Chapter 4535
The headquarters of the Demon Sealing League buzzed with a tense undercurrent as Zuo Tianzheng dutifully catered to Luo Ta’s every whim. Whatever Luo Ta desired, Zuo Tianzheng ensured it was provided. After all, Luo Ta wasn’t just anyone—he was a member of the Temple and a senior worshiper in the Ten Palaces. The authority of the Ten Palace Lords had tasked Luo Ta with dealing with the Wuji Taoist.
But since his arrival at the Demon Sealing League headquarters, Luo Ta hadn’t shown any urgency to address the Xiao Dynasty. Instead, he indulged in several days of leisure, demanding a dozen female cultivators for dual cultivation, reveling day and night.
In the Ten Palaces, Luo Ta was restrained by hierarchy and rules. Senior as he was, he dared not overstep the Lords of the Ten Palaces, nor could he freely summon female cultivators—especially those of the proud God Clan who only agreed to dual cultivation with those possessing true skills and status.
However, within the Demon Sealing League, such constraints did not exist. Female cultivators, whether they consented or not, were compelled to serve Luo Ta under the League’s oppressive power.
One day, an elder of the Demon Sealing League approached Zuo Tianzheng, speaking in a cautious whisper. “Alliance Leader, it has been days. This man has drained significant resources, and his demands for female cultivators continue. There is growing unrest among the ranks, and many families are now refusing to provide more cultivators.”
Zuo Tianzheng’s face was taut with discomfort. Luo Ta’s presence had become a heavy burden. Not only did Luo Ta seem uninterested in dealing with the Xiao Dynasty, but Zuo Tianzheng was unsure of his strength. Could Luo Ta truly defeat the Wuji Taoist?
If Luo Ta failed and fell in battle, the entire Demon Sealing League would be exposed to retaliation. The last time they confronted the Xiao Dynasty, they barely escaped, thanks to the Wuji Taoist’s restraint. This time, if Luo Ta perished, escape might be impossible.
As Zuo Tianzheng weighed his uncertain options, Luo Ta strode into the hall, exuding an air of arrogant satisfaction. He seemed oblivious to the tension simmering around him, his demeanor radiating entitlement and indifference.
The room fell silent as all eyes turned toward him, waiting for his next command.
He glanced at Zuo Tianzheng and the others.
In Luo Ta’s eyes, Zuo Tianzheng and the members of the Demon Sealing Alliance were nothing more than humble servants.
How could such ordinary people ever compare to their exalted gods?
If the gods hadn’t faced their catastrophe, the temple would never have stooped to cooperating with mere cultivators like Zuo Tianzheng.
“Master Luo, are you satisfied with the female cultivators we’ve found for you?”
Zuo Tianzheng hurriedly stepped forward, nodding obsequiously as he spoke.
“Yes, I’m quite satisfied. While you ordinary cultivators lack talent, this woman is truly entertaining,” Luo Ta replied, licking his lips.
Zuo Tianzheng felt disgusted by Luo Ta’s words but forced a smile. “As long as Master Luo is pleased. May I ask when we’ll proceed to the Xiao Dynasty?”
“We can move at any time. After a few days of indulgence, I’m ready to stretch my muscles,” Luo Ta said nonchalantly.
“Master Luo, the Wuji Taoist is exceptionally powerful. He even defeated the Ten Princes, so…” Zuo Tianzheng began cautiously, trying to warn Luo Ta not to underestimate the enemy.
Before he could finish, Luo Ta shot him a sharp look that sent a shiver down his spine. Zuo Tianzheng quickly fell silent.
“Alliance leader…” A voice interrupted. It was Sect Master Zhou, arriving with his disciples Tianluo and Tiansha.
“Sect Master Zhou, what’s the matter?” Zuo Tianzheng asked, noticing the grim expression on Zhou’s face.
Zuo Tianzheng had never liked Zhou. Every time he was sent on a mission, others would die while Zhou somehow always returned unscathed. To Zuo Tianzheng, this only proved Zhou was cowardly and unproductive.
“Alliance leader, defeating the Wuji Taoist alone may not be enough to take down the Xiao Dynasty,” Sect Master Zhou said gravely.
“Why not? Even Xiao Yuanshan couldn’t match him. What more could the Xiao Dynasty possibly have?” Zuo Tianzheng responded, clearly displeased with Zhou’s caution.