The flying boat carried everyone out of the Void Secret Realm.
The entrance twisted and disappeared quickly.
However, Ji Mo had already mastered the method to open the Void Secret Realm, and he could enter again at any time if he wished.
It was high noon, the sun was shining brightly, and the sky was clear.
The thousand surviving beings were momentarily stunned, their hearts filled with mixed emotions.
Tens of thousands of people had entered the Void Secret Realm, and only they had made it out alive. It was truly a cause for great sorrow.
They were filled with gratitude, yet also shrouded in gloom, because with the exception of a dozen or so who were not short of money, they all owed the Void Sword Sect a substantial debt.
Moreover, with their status, even if they sold everything they owned, it would take them a long time to repay these thousand immortal crystals.
Defaulting on the debt?
No one dared to entertain such a terrifying thought.
The bloody lessons had occurred not long ago.
They did not want to suffer the same fate as those who had broken their promises and attempted to default.
Furthermore, they all firmly believed that the Void Sword Sect was extremely insidious and held grudges.
They clearly had the ability to instantly kill the Nether Undead Vine, yet they deliberately allowed it to kill all the defaulters before taking action against the vine itself.
"Everyone, now that our Void Sword Sect has safely sent you out, you must hurry to repay your debts. If you dare to default, I believe you know what consequences await you."
Sima Hongfeng ushered these people off the flying boat, warning them to repay the money as soon as possible.
"Sect Master Sima, we truly cannot come up with these thousand immortal crystals."
Many people wore crestfallen expressions, pleading with Sima Hongfeng for leniency.
They were either rogue cultivators or from small sects and factions, and it was indeed difficult for them to gather the money.
Sima Hongfeng snorted coldly, showing no compromise.
He clearly remembered how these people had insisted on forcefully entering the Void Secret Realm in the first place.
Now, merely asking for money, not their lives, was already being lenient.
Ji Mo, however, said calmly, "If you have no money, then use your heads to settle the debt. A life from the Heavenly Evolution Sect can be exchanged for one immortal crystal."
The Heavenly Evolution Sect and the Void Sword Sect were mortal enemies, and it was time to decide who would live and who would die.
Ji Mo intended to use these people to completely eliminate the Heavenly Evolution Sect.
Upon hearing Ji Mo's words, many people's eyes lit up.
If it were in the past, they would naturally not have dared to provoke the Heavenly Evolution Sect, but the situation was different now. The Heavenly Evolution Sect had suffered heavy losses, with their entire army annihilated within the Void Secret Realm, significantly weakening their strength. Dealing with them would not be too difficult.
Moreover, the Void Sword Sect was now rising powerfully and unstoppable, so they knew exactly which side to choose.
With expressions of tacit understanding, they each departed, returning to discuss with their companions how to strike a fatal blow against the Heavenly Evolution Sect.
"As expected, truly insidious. This move is enough to watch the Heavenly Evolution Sect be destroyed from a distance."
The Four Unlike Beasts secretly observed Ji Mo, feeling a chill run down its spine.
It felt that this young man was even more terrifying than the Great Immortal Kongxu of the past, able to resolve opponents without lifting a finger, simply by speaking.
"What Great Immortal Kongxu couldn't achieve, perhaps this kid can!"
The Four Unlike Beasts' pupils suddenly gleamed with hope, but it quickly dimmed.
Although this kid's talent was incredibly terrifying, he was ultimately too young, and there wasn't enough time for him to grow.
The Four Unlike Beasts sighed softly, feeling that there was no point in fantasizing about miracles. It might as well stay in the Void Sword Sect and peacefully spend its remaining time.
Feng Kun left with a heavy heart. He had secretly observed the Four Unlike Beasts multiple times and was certain that this creature was the divine beast he had released from the Heavenly Gang God Punishing Array.
He was extremely unwilling. This divine beast was rescued by him, and it rightfully belonged to him. Instead, it had benefited the Void Sword Sect for nothing.
The more he thought about it, the angrier he became. He secretly resolved to find help and reclaim the Four Unlike Beasts.
"This is my divine beast. I absolutely cannot let this brat benefit from it for nothing. Just wait, I swear I will kill you, destroy the Void Sword Sect, and personally reclaim this divine beast."
Feng Kun cast a cold glance at Ji Mo and left with immense hatred.
"I will return immediately to inform the Sect Master and get her to agree to restore our alliance through marriage."
Tu Shan Mingyue had made up her mind. She was determined to fulfill the promise her ancestor had made to Great Immortal Kongxu and marry into the Void Sword Sect.
"Miss Mingyue, love is not a transaction. Marriage requires willingness, and there's no need for this."
Ji Mo shook his head, not wanting such an arranged marriage to continue.
Sima Hongfeng also nodded in agreement, "Our Void Sword Sect is currently in decline. None of the disciples of the new generation are truly worthy of you."
However, Tu Shan Mingyue was resolute. Clenching her fair little fists, she patted her flat chest and said firmly, "Without trust, one cannot stand. Moreover, the alliance was agreed upon by our ancestors, and as descendants, we should abide by it."
"That does make sense, and besides, an alliance is beneficial to both sides."
Sima Hongfeng nodded, then his old face broke into a smile. Rubbing his hands, he asked, "Actually, it doesn't have to be your most outstanding successor. Our Void Sword Sect disciples are disappointing, truly unworthy of you. I wonder if Miss Mingyue has any unmarried aunts or elders? Inwardly, I am still young and lively, despite my appearance as an ancient dragon."
"Ah?"
Tu Shan Mingyue was stunned.
What did this mean?
Was Sima Hongfeng planning to find a bride for himself?
She looked at Sima Hongfeng's wrinkled old face and wanted to ask if he was too old and still not old at heart.
"Sect Master Sima, you... you might be a bit too old, not very suitable."
Tu Shan Mingyue's forehead was covered in black lines, subtly implying that Sima Hongfeng should not overthink it.
"Not old at all. Miss Mingyue, you may not know this, but among our Void Sword Sect, I am considered the second youngest disciple. Moreover, if my age were classified according to your demon race's standards, I would be considered in my prime."
As he said this, Sima Hongfeng couldn't help but glance at Ji Mo.
In front of the Ancestral Master, he was considered a descendant of disciples.
Tu Shan Mingyue was somewhat speechless, finding Sima Hongfeng to be truly thick-skinned for deliberately pretending to be young. He was the oldest in the Void Sword Sect, so how could he be a young disciple?
Ji Mo blinked, about to say something, when he saw Sima Hongfeng's incredibly mournful gaze.
He immediately and wisely remained silent.
He supposed that before Xia Wan'er joined, the Void Sword Sect was filled with old bachelors, all single dogs.
Sima Hongfeng had also diligently contributed to the sect for so many years. It was understandable for him to feel a spark of romance in his old age.
He couldn't extinguish Sima Hongfeng's hopes. It seemed the matter of the alliance could indeed be considered.
Finally, the Void Sword Sect agreed to the alliance.
Tu Shan Mingyue, blushing, gazed at Ji Mo several times shyly, then left with a sweet smile.
Half a month later, the Qing Qiu Demon Gate sent a letter.
The contents of the letter made Sima Hongfeng's face turn ashen.