Chapter 167: The Might of the God Lord

What is wrong? Is there something that cannot be said?
Lin Fan asked with a puzzled expression, feeling a vague sense of unease.
It is nothing major, really. It is just that according to legend, an ancient tomb has appeared in the abyss, belonging to a powerful figure of the Phoenix clan. Therefore, we plan to send people into the abyss to contend with the Demon race for this opportunity.
Gu Renfeng did not speak; instead, Chen Daolin answered. In truth, this matter involved too much, and the Elder Council had issued a strict gag order. It would not be quite appropriate for Gu Renfeng to speak of it, but Chen Daolin could, as he was also the Young Master of the Heavenly Capital Gate and possessed sufficient authority.
So that is how it is. No wonder such great importance is attached to it.
Lin Fan nodded, understanding the stakes involved.
This matter was mutual. If the Demon race secured this opportunity, their strength would grow even greater, and the strengthening of the enemy represented one's own weakening. Therefore, the Human race was willing to venture deep into the abyss to contend for this chance.
When are we leaving?
Since the matter had already been brought into the open, everyone present began to speak freely without keeping secrets from Lin Fan anymore.
That has not been decided yet. It will probably take some time. After all, entering the abyss is not easy; it requires opening a spatial node, which will take at least a month.
Chen Daolin said upon hearing Lin Fan's inquiry, his expression equally grave.
Very well. Since the sect has made its decision, it must be because they have some degree of assurance. Even the abyss is nothing to fear; as long as we exercise caution, we will be fine. What I want to discuss now has nothing to do with the sect, but rather concerns the Divine Court.
Lin Fan suddenly turned serious, his face expressionless, clearly attaching great importance to the matter.
What is the matter?
Gu Renfeng and the others were full of confusion, but Feng Yu understood a little. What Lin Fan was about to say should be related to what had happened earlier outside the main hall of the Divine Court.
With just a slight understanding, Feng Yu had already figured out the cause and effect. In fact, he knew a bit about the collection of Yin-Yang Pills. However, such practices were repeatedly banned yet never stopped; after all, wanting people to pledge allegiance always required paying a price. For instance, collecting Yin-Yang Pills was essentially an open secret among everyone.
It was just that the two individuals happened to be caught red-handed by Lin Fan. To be honest, Feng Yu did not think this behavior was a major fault, because everyone was doing it, and one could hardly make an exception for oneself.
Feng Yu immediately recounted the matter to everyone present. Just as Lin Fan had anticipated, no one cared much about it, nor did they feel anything was improper about it.
I know what you are thinking right now; you probably feel that I am making a fuss over a trifle. But I do not think so. Some things may seem like trivial matters indeed, but when you really think about it, they are issues that we must take seriously.
Lin Fan's face showed neither sorrow nor joy. Everyone's reaction was actually within his expectations, because those present were all heirs of noble clans who were long accustomed to such practices and thus saw nothing wrong with them. But Lin Fan was different; he came from an ordinary background and had started out as a miscellaneous chores disciple. Therefore, he detested such practices the most.
Gu Renfeng and the others quickly protested their innocence, embarrassment showing on their faces. However, Lin Fan seemed not to notice and continued, You see only the Heavenly Capital Gate, but what I see is the entire world. I want to turn the Divine Court into an entity akin to the Great Jin Nation, one that can span countless domains, where a single word from it commands absolute obedience and no one dares to oppose. Therefore, I hope you can take this matter seriously.
Lin Fan did not blame everyone present, because this was an ingrained mindset that could not be changed overnight. Yet, he also put forward a grand vision, one worthy of making everyone's blood boil with excitement.
However, the true reasoning behind it was known to Lin Fan alone.
In ancient times, the Great Jin Nation had been a divine dynasty boasting immortals. This was Lin Fan's own ideal: to break through mortality and attain immortality.
We obey the Divine Lord's decree!
A neat chorus of voices rang out. Gu Renfeng and the others stood up one after another, looking somewhat excited, clearly yearning for the future painted by Lin Fan.
Although the Great Jin Nation devolved power, once a true decree of the sovereign was issued, as long as one resided within the territory of the Great Jin Nation, one had to obey; otherwise, one would be regarded as a rebel, courting the disaster of clan and sect extermination. It could be said that in the hearts of all sects, the Great Jin Nation was a supreme existence. It could afford to take a hands-off approach, but no one could deny its supreme status.
Very well, I will not say anything more. To ensure the eternal prosperity of the Divine Court, what is needed are powerful individuals. I hope you can delegate power to your trusted aides, passing it down level by level, so that you have enough time to cultivate. Only the strong can guarantee the prosperity of a faction.
Finally, Lin Fan did not forget to offer a word of warning. In truth, he was addressing Feng Yu and Gu Renfeng, as they were overly enthusiastic about power, which had consequently hindered their cultivation. On the contrary, Zhuge Tai, whom Lin Fan had once regarded as his strategist, was already at the mid-stage of the first decay of the Heaven-Human Realm.
Yet Lin Fan also knew that this matter could not be forced; everyone had their own aspirations, so he did not press the point too severely.
How many spies from the Son Alliance are there within the Divine Court?
Suddenly, Lin Fan spoke, causing a wave of shock among the group.
Seeing the puzzled expressions of the few, Lin Fan chuckled softly and continued, Do not wonder how I found out. In fact, such a situation requires no evidence at all.
Hearing this, Gu Renfeng finally breathed a sigh of relief. After pondering for a moment, he spoke, truly because Lin Fan's imposing aura was too heavy, leaving them barely able to breathe. Even Chen Daolin was no exception.
There are quite a few spies from the Son Alliance. Among them are some spies from the higher echelons of the Heavenly Capital Gate, a portion have even attained high-ranking positions, and some even exist among the Eight Great Protectors.
Hearing this, Lin Fan remained expressionless, making it impossible for anyone to guess his thoughts.
Gu Renfeng felt his heart tighten again as he said, This is also a helpless situation. The Son Alliance is deeply rooted. If we want to develop, we must widely recruit talent, which naturally brings in some bad elements. However, after the ambush on Feng Yu and myself last time, several of us had already discussed taking action against them.
Lin Fan nodded and said, I understand your difficulties. Now that I have returned, let the great purge begin. I will bear all the responsibility. This time, we must thoroughly sweep through them and root out all uncertain factors, even if it leaves the Divine Court grievously wounded. I have heard a saying: to pacify the exterior, one must first pacify the interior. Only when our Divine Court has no internal flaws will outsiders find no way to exploit us.
Lin Fan had actually contemplated this idea for a long time. It was the necessary path for the development of the Divine Court. Although it seemed somewhat untimely, it mattered not even if it had to be forced through.
Very well, discuss it among yourselves. You can issue the Divine Lord's decree and let everyone in the Divine Court know about this. Is Senior Sister Yunxi currently at Yunzhu Peak?
Lin Fan stood up, let out a long sigh, and asked.
Senior Sister Yunxi is currently in secluded cultivation. She is already at the late stage of the two decays of the Heaven-Human Realm, striving to advance further and catch up with the pace of Duanmu Ci.
Chen Daolin spoke up. Knowing Lin Fan's intentions, he informed him directly.
Very well, I understand. The meeting is adjourned.
Lin Fan nodded, his figure shifting as he flew straight out of the council hall toward Yunzhu Peak.