Maintenance Department.

"Damn it, if they refuse to accept us, we might as well just go over there and make them afraid, speak with our fists."

"That's not a good idea. We, Huaxia, are a civilized nation. If we kill them today, they'll just come after us tomorrow. We might be fine, but those ordinary people wouldn't be."

"Exactly, if we attack now and they vent by killing ordinary people, that would be a big problem. We'd have to negotiate then."

"So what do we do now? Our cultivation techniques haven't manifested. As of now, we can only look for those sects to learn cultivation techniques and alchemy."

"We can only keep searching, see if they'll take us. We should focus on peace."

The ministers were in heated discussions, not sure whether to fight or not.

If they went to war, they weren't afraid, but it was different for the ordinary people.

There are so many NPCs, they might be able to protect themselves for a while but not forever.

"We can't fight; right now only the low-level sects have manifested. There are higher-level ones yet to come. They are all from the same place. If we fight, we'll surely face retaliation later."

At this moment, Li Long shook his head and spoke. He felt that they shouldn't fight.

If they did, they'd only be fighting the current sects. When the major sects manifest, the minor sects could run over and complain.

Since they come from the same world, how could they not band together? If they did, Huaxia would be in great danger!

Everyone was silent, not knowing what to do.

"If all else fails, I could scare them a bit," Daoist Qingfeng suggested.

As a Daluo Golden Immortal, those sects at most had Nascent Souls. He could intimidate them and secure resources for now, leaving future matters for later.

"No, we should prioritize peace," Li Long shook his head, considering the bigger picture.

Offending them now would make future interactions difficult.

If they didn't give anything and then they go and attack, how is that different from being a robber?

"Master Li!"

Just then, a soldier rushed into the meeting room, panting beside Li Long.

Everyone looked over, tense, wondering if something urgent had happened.

Otherwise, why the rush?

"What's the matter?" Li Long asked with a frown.

"Good news, a Sect Leader from a sect called the Cyan Profound Sect just arrived and informed us that their sect will soon be widely recruiting disciples. Not only that, many sects have begun to accept our natives, and they will officially open for recruitment tomorrow, asking us to pass the message."

Upon hearing this, joy spread across everyone's faces, and they stood up.

"What good fortune, this is quite the pleasant surprise."

"Hmm? Why did they suddenly change their minds? Did something happen?"

"Who cares, as long as they're recruiting widely now, we can sign up to join the sect and cultivate, improving our strength is what's most important."

"That's true, but isn't this a bit too unusual? I suggest we remain cautious."

"Quiet down," Li Long said in a deep voice, and everyone quieted down.

"Indeed, this is good news. Announce this on the online forums later, so people can approach the sects to learn and master skills." Li Long said with a slight smile.

Just a moment ago, they were still discussing, and now came the good news, it seemed even heaven was helping them.

"However, the Sect Leader also mentioned one more thing: their sect is about to relocate," the soldier continued.

"Hmm?" Li Long was slightly taken aback.

Others were also puzzled. Relocate?

Relocate to where?

"They are about to move their entire sect to Xiaoyao Sect and integrate into it, and will henceforth be known as Xiaoyao Sect, welcoming everyone to come and learn under them."

Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned.

No wonder those sects changed their tune so quickly, inviting them to be apprentices.

It turned out Celestial Venerable Xiao Yao made a move behind the scenes.

"So that's how it is." Li Long's smile became even brighter.

Ha, it turns out the Great Emperor Xiao Yao intervened, which explained their turnaround. These guys really bully the weak but fear the strong.

Since the Great Emperor made a move, he didn't have to worry anymore.

Since the matter was instigated by the Great Emperor, any revenge would also be directed at the Great Emperor.

If it was their own doing, the Great Emperor might not help them, this was always his concern.

Since the Emperor took the lead, there was no need to fear.

"Starting tomorrow, everyone should go to the sects to study. If we find there're sects that still refuse us, then we fight."

Li Long declared dominantly, and everyone cheered.

"Alright, then let's fight!"

...

Online forums.

A piece of news broke out of nowhere.

[All sects have begun widely recruiting disciples. Tomorrow they will open their doors to new disciples. You can visit the nearest sect, and if accepted, become an apprentice and learn cultivation techniques, transforming your life!]

Those who were initially depressed over being unable to join a sect to learn instantly became cheerful upon seeing this news.

"Holy hell, really? I must wake up early tomorrow to become an apprentice."

"I just came back from a sect, and their closed-door disciple told me that tomorrow the sect would open for recruitment, and anyone is welcome."

"So should we go to those small sects tomorrow or the Xiaoyao Sect, which is the sect of the Great Emperor Xiao Yao?"

"Definitely start with Xiaoyao Sect. If you get in, you'll soar to the sky. If not, go to the other sects. Prioritize Celestial Venerable Xiao Yao."

"I think that's a good idea; this suggestion makes sense. Consider the Emperor's sect first, then if it doesn't work out, try the others."

Celestial Venerable Xiao Yao's sect is the top choice for everyone. Joining the Great Emperor's sect would undoubtedly be the best outcome.

If not, other sects are also accepting people, and they are secondary options.

In any case, joining any sect is good; it represents an opportunity to learn and gain self-defense skills.

In the future, humanity's learning focus won't just be subjects like math and science, but also alchemy, artifact refining, talisman crafting, and cultivation.

The era of cultivation has long begun; now is the time for total cultivation!

Some rejoice, others worry.

On the other side, some sects are filled with concern.

...

Demon Slaying Sect.

Sect Master Hall.

Several Elders and a middle-aged man looking like the Sect Master sat together.

"Sect Master, should we agree? From the way those natives spoke, if we don't accept disciples, they'll go on a massacre and wipe us out," one Elder said coldly.

There was some worry; the person threatening them seemed very powerful, even the Cyan Profound Sect was intimidated.

The Demon Slaying Sect only had a Sect Master, who was the strongest and only a half-step Golden Core.

Perhaps not a match for that native, but to surrender would make the Demon Sect a huge joke.

It's a difficult choice: to submit or to resist to the end?

"Heh, just a mere native. I don't know what kind of mesmerizing soup that old man from Cyan Profound Sect drank, but he should die for surrendering to natives. When the other sects arrive, they'll surely die."

"We will not submit. I refuse to believe that such small-time natives can wipe us out!"

"Tell the other sects we won't submit. If they want to be cowards, they can be!"

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