Chapter 141 Tension Rises

The sect master was beyond astonished by the wealth Han Cai had brought back from his trip to the royal family. The addition of the grotto worlds would significantly enhance the sect's strength and resources, and the weapons would undoubtedly be invaluable to their top disciples. The spirit stones were an immense fortune, enough to support the sect's operations for years to come.

The sect master's forehead was drenched in sweat as he anxiously asked, "Did you rob the royal treasury?"

Han Cai shook his head and said, "The Royal treasury was robbed but not by me."

Han Cai looked to the side, the sect master followed his sight and saw that there was no one there, but soon out of nowhere, a silhouette appeared. It was none other than Xiaoyun.

Han Cai was a man who prided himself on his cultured demeanor and refined tastes. He had a deep appreciation for the traditions and customs of the world in which he lived. This appreciation was so strong, in fact, that he had developed a set of personal rules that he followed with unwavering devotion. These rules guided him through this life and helped him navigate the complex and often treacherous world of cultivation.

One such rule that Han Cai adhered to was the "Rob the Young Master Rule." This rule dictated that if a young master were to offend him without cause or provocation, he would take it upon himself to teach them a lesson. This lesson would typically involve giving the offending young master a sound thrashing and relieving them of their treasures in the process. Han Cai believed that this rule was an essential tool for maintaining a sense of balance and justice in a world where young masters often acted with unchecked arrogance and entitlement.

However, in the case of the royal family, Han Cai recognized that they were far beyond the status of a mere young master. Despite this, he couldn't help but feel that the spirit of the "Rob the Young Master Rule" still applied to the situation at hand. The royal family had offended him and his sect, and as such, he believed that they were deserving of a similar punishment.

After he showed the Sect Master the treasures, Han Cai said, "This much money can be a distraction, so I will keep the treasures with me. I am leaving the grand array of designs and a few million medium-grade stones with you. The Sect needs to build the grand array that should cover Sect and all nearby cities in the Sect. This needs to be done within a month. If more spirit stones are needed, feel free to ask."

After saying that, Han Cai moved his hands and all the treasures disappeared. Leaving only a few earth-grade storage rings.

The Sect Master was distracted by the appearance of Xiaoyun. No matter what she had done in the past, she was his disciple too.

Han Cai said, "I will let you two catch up."

After finishing what he had to say, Han Cai left.

In the months following the incident with the royal family, the Sky Soaring Sect found itself in a state of heightened vigilance. The sect's leadership had issued a decree, calling for all elders and disciples who were currently away from the sect to return as soon as possible. Additionally, a strict lockdown was imposed on all cities in the vicinity of the sect. Any and all entering and exiting were heavily restricted, with each individual undergoing thorough vetting before being granted passage. This sudden change in policy had far-reaching consequences, especially for the traders and merchants who relied on the free movement of goods and people for their livelihoods.

The sense of urgency within the Sky Soaring Sect was further emphasized by their decision to construct a colossal new defense array. This impressive feat of engineering stretched over a thousand kilometers, enveloping not only the sect itself but also every city within its sphere of influence. The primary focus of the array was to ensure the sect's protection, and it was extended all the way to the distant Cloud Mountain City. In an effort to consolidate their power and maintain a unified front, the sect ordered the families of its members who resided outside its boundaries to return and settle in the region between the Sky Soaring Sect and Cloud Mountain City.

Despite the challenges and hardships that the lockdown presented, the Sky Soaring Sect was able to weather the storm, thanks in a large part to the immense wealth and resources that Han Cai had brought back with him. The sect was able to provide for and support the cities and towns affected by the lockdown, ensuring that the people under their protection did not suffer unduly. In addition, the sect made sure to keep their allies, the Cui and Wang families, informed of the situation and advised them to remain vigilant and exercise caution in the uncertain times that lay ahead.

Within the Sky Soaring Sect and the cities that fell under its influence, a sense of confusion and uncertainty prevailed. The people were unaware of the reasons behind the sect's sudden and stringent measures. While the majority complied with the sect's directives without question, there were a few dissenting voices among the elders and disciples. These individuals chose to disregard the orders, convinced that the sect's leadership was overreacting and that there was no real cause for concern.

This prevailing sense of uncertainty and confusion was abruptly shattered when word began to spread that the highly anticipated Royal Tournament had been canceled. The news quickly spread like wildfire across the entire Yin country, reaching even the most remote corners of the land. People from all walks of life were left wondering why such a significant event had been called off so abruptly. As more information began to trickle in, it became apparent that the royal family had suffered a massive theft, losing all the rewards intended for the tournament. In a shocking twist, the Sky Soaring Sect was revealed as the perpetrator, which only served to raise even more questions in people's minds. They could not fathom why the Sky Soaring Sect would go to such lengths to rob the royal capital.

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