The first day passed without any wind or waves. There was no movement from the 72 South Sea Islands. Although everyone was anxious, they didn't feel like the end of the world like before.
This change in mentality was entirely because they had already thought of a way to retreat. Just like Zhao Hai said, if they couldn't do it, they would use force. They would directly use violence to drag the 72 South Sea Islands in. When the time comes, they didn't believe that the 72 South Sea Islands would be able to keep their cool.
Now, they had also thought about it. They were now competing in patience with the 72 South Sea Islands. Previously, they asked for help from the 72 South Sea Islands, but the other party didn't give them any face. Everyone's heart was filled with anger. Now, they were using this method to force the 72 South Sea Islands. If the 72 South Sea Islands came, then they would have the initiative. If the 72 South Sea Islands didn't come, then they could use force to attack the 72 South Sea Islands to vent their anger.
The next day, everyone gathered in the main hall of the Green Mist Sect. However, they were now discussing how to attack the 72 South Sea Islands in the future. Everyone put forward their own ideas and seemed very active. Zhao Hai looked at them and knew what they were thinking. However, he didn't say anything. It was a good thing that everyone was so active now. When they deal with the 72 South Sea Islands in the future, they naturally wouldn't be lenient.
However, everyone also discussed how to deal with the Profound Sky Sect's attack. Speaking of which, the Profound Sky Sect's attack was like a sword hanging over everyone's head. They didn't know when this sword would come down.
At the same time, everyone also discussed how to fight together in the future. If they were really defeated in the future, and if the sect couldn't hold on, where would they retreat to in the end?
When this issue was mentioned, everyone was a little silent. Although there was really nothing special about their territory, it was still a place that they had been operating for many years. Anyone would feel heartache if they were to give it up. No one wanted to give it up.
Daoist Qinglan looked at everyone and said, "Everyone, now the Profound Sky Sect is pressuring us. If the 72 South Sea Islands really don't take action, then we will have to fight with the Profound Sky Sect. Even if we attack the 72 South Sea Islands, the people from the 72 South Sea Islands will come to us first. I'm not trying to boost their prestige, but if the Profound Sky Sect and the 72 South Sea Islands attack us together, it will be difficult for us to defeat them. So it's best that we have a way out. If that sect is really broken through, we can retreat to other places. Everyone, what do you think?"
Everyone was silent. They didn't know what to say. After a while, Zhao Hai said in a deep voice, "Everyone, I'll say a few words first. You can see if I'm right."
Everyone looked at Zhao Hai and nodded. Although Zhao Hai was considered a newcomer among them, he had already gained everyone's recognition. In their view, Zhao Hai did have some skills and was full of schemes. If it wasn't for his ideas, they wouldn't have a chance to survive. So they all wanted to hear what Zhao Hai had to say.
Zhao Hai looked at everyone and said in a deep voice, "If the Profound Sky Sect or the Seventy-two Islands of the Southern Sea wants to attack us, I think there are only two ways for them to do so. First, they will deal with everyone here first, and then deal with the Jianyu Sect and the Qinglan Sect. Because both the Jianyu Sect and the Qinglan Sect had suffered a lot in the previous battles, they might put our two sects as the last to deal with us. This is equivalent to eliminating our reinforcements, so it will be easier for them to deal with us. Second, they will deal with our two sects first. In their view, our two sects are two tough bones. As long as they take care of us, it will be very easy for them to deal with everyone here. My words may not sound good, but those people from the big sects might really think so."
When everyone heard Zhao Hai's words, they did not make a sound. However, in their hearts, they had already tacitly agreed with Zhao Hai's statement. This was because the previous battle between the Jianyu Sect and the Black Sword Sect, as well as the battle between the Green Mist Sect and the Black Sky Sect, were all very fierce. The Black Sky Sect and the Black Sword Sect had also paid a great price. In the end, they still could not take down the two sects. This might be a very shameful matter for the two sects. Therefore, if they wanted to attack the buffer zone, they might really deal with the two sects first or deal with the two sects later. In short, the two sects would be the ultimate goal.
Zhao Hai looked at the crowd and said, "I'll tell you my plan. If they attack our two sects first, then I ask everyone to support our two sects. As long as our two sects are fine, they wouldn't have any spare energy to attack the other sects. Our Sword Defense Sect's Illusory Killing Formation and the Green Mist Sect's large artifacts are enough to give them a headache. Therefore, as long as our two sects are fine, they wouldn't be able to do anything to you. However, if they attack your sects first, then our two sects wouldn't just stand by and watch. We would certainly send people to support you. But to be honest, our Sword Defense Sect's defense is good, but we're lacking in offense. I'm afraid that the Green Mist Sect's large artifacts wouldn't be able to fly to the other sects. Therefore, the support that we can provide to the other sects is limited. In the end, we might not be able to defend the other sects. If that happens, then I ask everyone to retreat and defend our two sects. As long as we have people, we can slowly take back our territories.
If we don't die, we will lose everything. "Everyone listened to Zhao Hai's words but did not say anything. To be honest, they still could not accept Zhao Hai's words. In their own territory, they were the masters. However, if one day they had to run to the Green Mist Sect or the Jianyu Sect, then they would be living under someone else's roof. That would not be a good feeling.
Zhao Hai looked at the crowd and said in a deep voice, "Everyone, I'm just saying this just in case. If that day really comes, I can guarantee that I won't make things difficult for you. If there's a chance, I will definitely help you take back your sects. Of course, if our two sects can't hold on, then there's nothing to talk about." “
Qing Lan also nodded and said, "Yes, what Sect Master Jian said makes sense. If we really can't hold on to our territory, then there's nothing to say. The most important thing is to survive. Our two sects don't ask you to help us hold on to the Green Mist Sect and the Jianyu Sect with all your strength. If our two sects really can't hold on, then we won't do it."
Everyone nodded. While they were talking, a disciple of the Green Mist Sect suddenly ran in from outside. He quickly walked to Qing Lan's side and whispered a few words in his ear.
After hearing this, Qing Lan's eyes couldn't help but light up. Then he glanced at everyone and said, "The people from the 72 Southern Sea Islands are here. This time, they are the representatives of the Spirit Crab Island and the Spirit Turtle Island, which are relatively close to us. They are here on behalf of the 72 Southern Sea Islands."
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes couldn't help but light up. They were waiting for the 72 Southern Sea Islands. Now that the people from the 72 Southern Sea Islands were finally here, they were naturally happy.
Qing Lan looked at everyone and said in a deep voice, "Alright, everyone. Now that they are here, we naturally shouldn't neglect them. Let's have a good talk with them. Let's go out and welcome them."
Naturally, no one objected. They all followed Qing Lan out and prepared to welcome the people from the 72 Southern Sea Islands. Zhao Hai also followed. He wasn't afraid that the people from the Spirit Crab Island would recognize him. It was impossible for the people from the 72 Southern Sea Islands to recognize his appearance as Saber9. It was even more impossible for the people from the 72 Southern Sea Islands to recognize Tie Niu and Tie She.
Soon, the group arrived at the teleportation plaza of the Green Mist Sect. There were ten people standing in the plaza. The two leaders were cultivators in their forties. They were all dressed in warrior attire. Beside the two of them stood a turtle and a crab. The turtle and crab were not small in size. They looked mighty and extraordinary.
Behind the two of them, there were also a few people. It seemed that these people were not all disciples of the two islands. There should be people from other islands. Now, these people were coldly sizing up Qing Lan and the others.
Qing Lan cupped his fist at those people and said, "Qing Lan, the leader of the Exploration Sea Alliance. Greetings, everyone. May I know what business you have with my Exploration Sea Alliance?"
Although Qing Lan said that he was here to welcome them, his words weren't very polite. He did this mainly because he didn't want to lose face in front of these people. Of course, more importantly, he was given the cold shoulder when he went to the 72 Southern Sea Islands. Naturally, he wanted to return the favor now.
The cultivator with the big crab next to his feet glanced at Qing Lan and didn't return the greeting. Instead, he said in a deep voice, "Qing Lan, we received news that you are negotiating with the Black Sky Sect and are preparing to attack the 72 Southern Sea Islands with them. Is that true?"
Qing Lan looked at the other party and couldn't help but feel angrier. He didn't expect the other party to treat him with such an arrogant attitude at a time like this. Naturally, he wouldn't be polite. Instead, he glanced at the other party and said, "This seems to be an internal matter. I don't think there's a need to explain it to everyone. If there's nothing else, please leave. "
"How dare you!" Another cultivator with a big turtle next to him shouted, "Qing Lan, how dare you conspire with the Black Sky Sect against us? I think you don't want to live anymore."
"Hahahaha!" Qing Lan suddenly laughed and said, "Don't want to live anymore? We don't want to live anymore. Since there's no way to live anymore, I went to the Seventy-two Islands of the South Sea to discuss cooperation with you. I asked you to force the Profound Sky Sect to withdraw from the buffer zone so that we can occupy the buffer zone. In the future, we won't let the other sects invade the South Sea from the buffer zone. However, you all directly refused. At that time, I didn't want to live anymore. Do you all think that we have a grudge with the Profound Sky Sect and that it's impossible for us to reconcile with them? So even if you don't help us, we'll still fight them to the death. Why? Now that you heard that we want to cooperate with the Black Sky Sect, you are unhappy. But what does it have to do with us? Back then, you thought that our life and death had nothing to do with you. Why should we care about you? "
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