Chapter 49: Ye Covers-the-Sky Preaches the Dao

"Sect Master, you are already the supreme master of a sect, and your cultivation realm has reached the pinnacle of the Nascent Soul stage. Your magnificent demeanor and peerless grace should not be confined merely to the Grand Dao Sect."

"The 'guidance' you bestowed upon us some time ago allowed the disciples to advance by an entire realm. Given your profound strength, why don't you host public lectures on the Dao?"

"If you can expand the territory of our three-star sect and establish a resounding reputation in the outside world, I am certain that the Supreme Patriarch will be immensely pleased with your actions!"

"If you can elevate the Grand Dao Sect to an even higher tier, I believe that in the heart of the Supreme Patriarch, you will surely surpass that woman, Ji Qingyou!"

"Why don't we do it this way..."

"And then do that..."

Listening to the earnest counsel from the left and right protectors, the little black dog's eyes grew increasingly bright, and upon reflection, it truly felt that they made a valid point.

When its master appointed it as the sect master, it might well have been implying the expansion of the Grand Dao Sect. How foolish it had been in the past not to comprehend the master's profound intentions!

Fortunately, it was still not too late to remedy the situation!

"Woof, woof, woof, woof!"

Ye Zhetian barked loudly, causing the two protectors to beam with overwhelming joy.

"Understood! We shall make the arrangements right away!"

As the left and right protectors, their greatest fear was causing the sect master to experience boredom. Furthermore, as long as this endeavor was handled properly, there were substantial profits to be reaped!

Shortly after the departure of the two protectors, Ye Zhetian made its way directly to the Myriad Laws Peak and visited the Peak Master's grand hall. Upon its return, it was wagging its tail with an indescribable sense of elation.

"What? That dog from the Grand Dao Sect is going to hold a lecture convention on the Dao?"

"Preposterous! How dare a mere beast imitate the sages of the human race! This is utterly outrageous!"

"Inform that dog of the Grand Dao Sect that we consider it a disgrace to our kind!"

"Put aside such delusions! We didn't even attend when it became the sect master, and we certainly won't go now!"

As the news of Ye Zhetian's upcoming Dao lecture spread from the Grand Dao Sect, the outside world erupted in an uproar, feeling deeply insulted by the notion.

However, certain minor sects viewed this as a rare opportunity.

"I heard that although the new sect master of the Grand Dao Sect is a dog, it is rumored to be even stronger than the Heavenly Sword Sovereign. Even if we cannot comprehend its discourse on the Dao, establishing ties with the Grand Dao Sect would present a golden opportunity for us."

"In my opinion, this is our destiny. We rogue cultivators have always suffered from a scarcity of resources. Although the Grand Dao Sect's master happens to be a dog, its formidable strength and cultivation realm are undeniable. Precisely because it is a beast, most prestigious major sects are too proud to attend."

"This plays right into our hands as an opportunity."

"From my perspective, this dog of the Grand Dao Sect is, after all, merely a dog. It stumbled upon extraordinary luck to attain the peak Nascent Soul realm, but its state of mind may not match its cultivation. We can take advantage of its lecture to deliver a counter-lecture on the Dao; who knows, we might even seize the chance to subjugate it!"

"From this day onward, the Vajra Sect shall have yet another Guardian Bodhisattva under its banner!"

"Our 'Heavenly Emperor Sect' has been in decline and has not recruited new disciples for a very long time. We can just as well utilize this Dao arena of the Grand Dao Sect to propagate the doctrines of the 'Heavenly Emperor Sect'!"

"This is a prime moment; it might even provoke remorse in that villain Lin Jun!"

For a time, the external realm was abuzz with speculation and varied opinions.

Yet, this commotion did not hinder the Grand Dao Sect from energetically preparing everything required for the grand event.

Meanwhile, in the distant wilderness, various small and reclusive wild beasts heard that the esteemed master of the Grand Dao Sect was going to lecture on the Dao, and moreover, that he was "not human" just like them.

Quite a few of them were instantly tempted, for as animals, cultivation was an exceptionally arduous path.

If someone were to offer guidance, it would be an astronomical stroke of fortune for them.

Nevertheless, they harbored lingering anxieties that the venture might be a trap, and they could end up being devoured.

While a group of small mountain beasts hesitated and wavered, the news finally reached the "Mystic Elixir Sect," where Ji Qingyou resided.

The Mystic Elixir Sect was situated not far from the Grand Dao Sect. With such a uniquely advantageous location, failing to seize this opportunity would be utterly indefensible.

However, given their modest strength, they possessed little qualification to interact with a prominent three-star major sect.

Even so, establishing even the slightest connection with the Grand Dao Sect would elevate their entire sect's status. Such a grand occasion was not to be missed under any circumstances!

Consequently, Bei Hanyan, the master of the Mystic Elixir Sect, made a special trip out to resolve this very issue.

After all, as a three-star major sect, although they broadly invited outsiders to listen to the Dao, those qualified to attend were typically at least members of two-star major sects.

Without established ties, a minor one-star sect like theirs lacked the qualifications to enter. Even if the Grand Dao Sect raised no objections, they simply could not compete with the powerful major sects.

On this particular day, Mystic Elixir Sect Master Bei Hanyan returned and thunderously announced that she had secured connections and would lead the entire Mystic Elixir Sect to attend the Grand Dao Sect Master's lecture.

In an instant, the entire Mystic Elixir Sect was filled with great excitement.

"Ji You, quickly pack your belongings! Accompany us to attend the Grand Dao Sect Master's lecture on the Dao! Never mind that he is a dog; he is nonetheless a formidable powerhouse at the pinnacle of the Nascent Soul stage!"

"You possess the Earth-Fire Spiritual Root, yet our Mystic Elixir Sect lacks the profound strength to nurture it properly. This shall be your greatest opportunity!"

Elder Gu Ya rushed into the cave dwelling, pulled Ji Qingyou away from her meditation, and urged her forward.

Ji Qingyou offered no resistance. The image of that fellow, Ye Zhetian, surfaced in her mind.

The corners of her lips curved slightly upward. She knew all too well that Ye Zhetian could not speak human words.

Was he planning to lecture on the Dao in dog language?

At the foot of the Grand Dao Sect, within a secluded mountain recess,

Ji Qingyou stood with a speechless expression behind the members of the Mystic Elixir Sect, while several elders of the sect shared her silence.

Elder Mingyue, possessing the highest seniority among them, wore a rather unsightly expression at the moment.

"Sect Master, is this the auspicious terrain blessed with superior feng shui that you promised to bring us to?"

"Sect Master, did you truly manage to establish connections?"

The disciples were equally dumbfounded. While this mountain recess was somewhat sheltered from the winds and quiet inside, its front faced a solid, unyielding rock wall.

Did the sect master intend for them to listen to the Dao right here?

One couldn't even hear the buzzing of a mosquito in this place, could they?

Bei Hanyan's face flushed slightly with embarrassment, yet she maintained a stern and righteous demeanor as she spoke:

"What do you children understand? The straight-line distance from here to the lecture dais of the Grand Dao Sect Master is the closest possible. As long as we listen with utmost concentration, we will certainly experience spiritual resonance!"

"This location was sold to me by a high-ranking expert of the Grand Dao Sect at the exorbitant price of three thousand spiritual stones; ordinary people wouldn't even have this chance!"

With that, she turned her gaze toward the disciples, brimming with majesty.

"You must seize this hard-earned opportunity. I have made considerable sacrifices for your sakes!"

The group of disciples looked at one another in blank dismay, filled with utter bewilderment.