Chapter 44: Chapter 44: The Path to Sect Domination… Through Food?!
A Sect Conquered, A Feast Begins!
The Azure Cloud Sect, now officially a sub-sect of the Sect of Chaos, was in turmoil—but in the best way possible.
Disciples who had once been proud warriors were now kneeling before a large cauldron, waiting for their next serving of fried spirit beast meat.
"I… I never thought I'd betray my sect for food," one disciple mumbled.
"Me neither," another said, licking his lips.
"But it was worth it," a third sighed dreamily.
Lin Feng stood before them, arms crossed, grinning like a demonic chef overlord.
"Good. From now on, you're all disciples of the Azure Chaos Sub-Sect! You'll follow my rules, train harder, and most importantly…"
He pointed dramatically at the massive cauldron.
"…NEVER waste food!"
The disciples saluted. "YES, SECT MASTER!"
Zhang Wei sighed. "Boss, I feel like we've created a cult of food addicts."
The system chimed:
"Ding! Sect Loyalty +100!"
"Ding! The Sect of Chaos has absorbed a mid-tier sect! Next step: expand further!"
Lin Feng smirked. "Oh, we're just getting started."
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Targeting the Next Sect: The Iron Blood Sect!
Now that the Azure Cloud Sect was secured, it was time to move to the next target—The Iron Blood Sect, known for its brutal disciples and strict training.
Mei Ling frowned. "Unlike the Azure Cloud Sect, the Iron Blood Sect won't be easily bribed with food."
Lin Feng grinned. "Then we'll use a different strategy."
Bai Zhen raised an eyebrow. "Like what?"
Lin Feng's smirk widened. "We make them an offer they can't refuse."
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The 'Mystery Treasure' Plan
After some quick intelligence gathering, Lin Feng discovered that the Iron Blood Sect was obsessed with rare treasures.
So, naturally, his plan was simple:
Make them THINK they found one.
Jiang Tian scratched his head. "So… how do we do that?"
Lin Feng patted his shoulder. "With the most powerful force in the universe…"
Jiang Tian gulped. "…Heavenly Dao?"
Lin Feng shook his head.
"No.
The power of SCAMMING!"
Zhang Wei: "…I knew it."
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The Grand Scam Begins
Disguised as wandering merchants, Lin Feng and his group arrived at the Iron Blood Sect's territory, setting up a mysterious auction.
A large, ornate box sat in the center, glowing with mystical energy.
Sect disciples gathered, whispering excitedly.
"That aura… it feels ancient!"
"I heard it's a lost treasure of the Void Emperor!"
"It must be a supreme-grade artifact!"
Iron Blood Sect's Sect Master, Elder Wu, stepped forward. "Who are you, and what is this?"
Lin Feng, dressed in flowing black robes, stroked his chin. "Ah… this, dear sect master, is none other than the Chaos Relic of the Divine Overlord!"
Elder Wu narrowed his eyes. "…I've never heard of that."
Lin Feng gasped dramatically. "OF COURSE YOU HAVEN'T! It's TOO rare!"
The disciples nodded in awe. "That makes sense…"
Elder Wu hesitated. "…How do I know this isn't fake?"
Lin Feng smirked. "Ah, great Sect Master, would a FAKE relic do… THIS?!"
He pressed a hidden button on the box.
Suddenly—
BOOM!
A blinding golden light exploded from the box, shooting into the sky. Holy chants echoed through the mountains. The air trembled as if the Heavens themselves were bowing.
Everyone froze.
Even Elder Wu's face paled. "T-That power…"
Lin Feng folded his arms. "See? Authentic."
Jiang Tian whispered, "Boss… how did you do that?"
Lin Feng smirked. "It's just a cheap illusion talisman and a hidden sound formation."
Mei Ling sighed. "Classic scam."
Elder Wu clenched his fists. "I MUST HAVE IT!"
Lin Feng's grin widened. "Then join my sect."
Silence.
Elder Wu's eyes twitched. "…What?"
Lin Feng shrugged. "The Chaos Relic can't be owned by just anyone. Only a sect that follows me is qualified to study it."
The disciples nodded. "That logic is flawless."
Elder Wu gritted his teeth. "Fine! From now on, the Iron Blood Sect is your sub-sect!"
"Ding! The Iron Blood Sect has joined the Sect of Chaos!"
Zhang Wei shook his head. "Boss… you really just scammed a sect into submission."
Lin Feng smirked. "That's called strategy."
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Sect Domination Progress: 2 Down, 8 to Go!
Now controlling two sub-sects, Lin Feng's sect ranked up again.
"Ding! Your sect has reached the 'Grand Sect' level!"
Mei Ling's eyes widened. "We ranked up again?!"
Lin Feng nodded. "Of course. This is only the beginning."
Zhang Wei groaned. "Boss… what's next?"
Lin Feng's grin widened.
"We take over the entire kingdom!"
The system chimed excitedly:
"Ding! New mission unlocked: 'Kingdom-Level Domination!'"
"Goal: Absorb 10 more sects and take over the entire region!"
Lin Feng turned to his disciples. "Alright, boys and girls. Prepare for war."
The disciples cheered.
The Sect of Chaos' rise had only just begun.
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End of Chapter 44