"Currently, most of the fellow Daoists surviving in these Ancient Demon Sect relics have already gathered here, while a few others are on their way, but..."

Facing Jiang Shu's inquiry, Lu Chong replied in a somber tone, but by the end, he gradually furrowed his brows, his words tinged with an ominous depth, as if he held some worries.

After surreptitiously glancing at the people beside him, tiny ripples flickered in Lu Chong's eyes. His lips moved slightly, and with a nearly imperceptible fluctuation of Primordial Power, he transmitted his voice into Jiang Shu's ear:

"Brother Jiang, despite multiple attempts, I've failed to reach the True Inheritors and Elders of the Beast Taming Sect. I'm afraid they were trapped earlier by the Demon Sect and Demon Clan and have all perished, or perhaps, an unexpected event occurred unbeknownst to us."

Ultimately, mindful of his cautious nature, Lu Chong understood the peculiarity of the situation. Speaking publicly might lead others to think he's sowing discord among the Eight Great Sects, hence he was extremely careful.

However, Jiang Shu, already aware of the details from Zong Yue during the journey back, naturally had no such concerns.

After hearing Lu Chong's words, Jiang Shu nodded slightly, then, scanning the crowd, he said indifferently:

"Everyone, the True Inheritors and Elders of the Beast Taming Sect have long rebelled and pledged allegiance to the Demon Sect and Demon Clan."

As expected, the words caused an uproar throughout the venue!

"What?! The Beast Taming Sect has betrayed us, how is this possible?!"

"This can't be! The Eight Great Sects have jointly governed the Cang Mang Domain for nearly ten thousand years, continuously battling the Demon Sect and Demon Clan with deep animosity. How could the Beast Taming Sect resort to betrayal?!"

One among them immediately connected it to deeper implications, his expression drastically changed, and he exclaimed in shock:

"If this is true, then it's not just a few True Inheritors and Elders, but likely the entire Beast Taming Sect is in grave trouble!"

Then, a True Inheritor from the Dan Fu Sect, furrowing his brows, spoke worriedly:

"Honestly, during this battle, news has been leaking frequently; now it seems, perhaps it's evidence that someone within the Beast Taming Sect colluded with the Outer Realm Demon Clan."

Upon hearing this, everyone's hearts skipped a beat, shadows of constraint suddenly darkening their faces.

If it's true, the Beast Taming Sect has secretly schemed for years, possibly plotting something significant.

A mishandling of the situation could bring calamity upon the other sects.

With Zong Yue stepping forth to reveal the conspiracy of the Beast Taming Sect's True Inheritor Du Yun, exposing his location to the Demon Sect's Qiu Taoguang, the betrayal was definitively confirmed.

Instantly, indignation surged among the sect members, their teeth clenched with hatred. They couldn't help but feel a chill running down their spines, shivering involuntarily.

"The betrayal by the Beast Taming Sect is grave; we must quickly report to our sects and prepare responses promptly."

Amidst the chatter, an experienced Elder from the Douxing Sect stroked his beard and spoke solemnly, then turned to Jiang Shu, saying:

"For our next steps, I believe we ought to heed the arrangements of Daoist Monarch Taixuan."

With the prestige of slaying Qiu Taoguang and rescuing Zong Yue, Jiang Shu naturally took on the role of leader among the Eight Great Sects. Hearing the Elder's suggestion, the others paused their discussions and uniformly directed their attention toward Jiang Shu.

Seeing this, Jiang Shu didn't feign modesty. With his sword-like brows raised, he decisively and straightforwardly outlined the upcoming plan:

"Now that the Demon Sect and Demon Clan's forces have suffered a massive loss, their defeat is assured; they cannot withstand us any longer. Of course, we need to swiftly cleanse these Ancient Demon Sect relics, rooting out and exterminating both adversaries and traitors! Thereafter, seize the opportunities to allow our fellow Daoists it break through bottlenecks and enter the Vientiane Realm."

"Daoist Monarch Qingtian, Senior Brother Lu, should the Demon Sect and Demon Clan learn of Qiu Taoguang and Heavenly Phoenix's deaths, they'll surely collapse and flee. Please, Daoist Monarchs, personally barricade the gap in the Cultivation Demon Sect's relic array, ensuring none escape!"

"As for the other fellow Daoists, you'll search within the relics for the whereabouts of the Demon Sect and Demon Clan, as well as the Beast Taming Sect's True Inheritors and Elders. If you find them, kill them without mercy!"

"Should you encounter opponents beyond your capabilities, send word to me, and I will personally intervene to suppress them!"

The fierce words echoed through the air. Threads of chilling air tinged the atmosphere, making the people's expressions stern as sharp glints quietly rose in their eyes.

Having been hunted by the Demon Sect and Demon Clan for days, now was the time to settle the score!

With Jiang Shu's arrangements, it took merely moments for the various sects' True Inheritors and Elders to prepare. Zong Yue and Lu Chong each led three people, hastily advancing toward the remnants of the Guardian Array to seal the breach. The remaining people followed a newly advanced Vientiane Realm Elder of the Dao Yi Sect to commence a large-scale sweep within the Inner Circle.

In the relics of the Ancient Demon Sect, which had only recently settled, a soaring intent to kill arose once more, though this time, the roles of attacker and defender had switched.

And Jiang Shu? He lingered there, hovering in the void above, gazing up at the wavering Disaster Dao drifting aimlessly.

"If we can annihilate the Demon Sect and Demon Clan here, it'll undoubtedly enrage their backing sects, leading to massive retaliation after we leave the relics. It wouldn't be surprising if a Daoist Monarch Demon Lord, in the latter stages of the Vientiane Realm, made a move."

"Just as well, during this time, I'll attempt to refine Qiu Taoguang's soul completely and harness the Disaster Dao, thereby augmenting our battle strength."

With a subtle flicker in his gaze, Jiang Shu instantly made up his mind and sat cross-legged in the void, focusing his mind, as his hands formed a mysterious seal.