Two Realms Shuttle Gate: Don't Call Me a Demon!

Several days later, Qingzhou, Firefly Sea.

The Firefly Sea is actually not a sea, but a lake. Because the lake is so vast that the eye can't see its end, it has been named the Firefly Sea.

In the Firefly Sea, it is rich in firefly stones, an extremely rare spiritual material. At night, under the moonlight, the firefly stones at the lake bottom emit a shimmering glow, looking like stars fallen into the lake, creating a breathtaking beauty.

At the center of the Firefly Sea, an island lies within the lake, on which ancient trees tower high, and streams flow, with willow trees along the lakeside swaying in the breeze. Occasionally, a few cranes fly over the lake, causing splashes.

The island is filled with elegant buildings, mainly ancient and graceful, skillfully placed among the verdant mountains and clear waters, and beautifully reflected in the azure lake.

At the island's edge, an imposing stone archway stands tall, with the three words "Guan Chao Pavilion" engraved upon it, the strokes as sharp as a drawn sword exuding an invincible majesty.

Following stone steps paved with blue stones upward, one can see the sect's inner scenes, where disciples are practicing and exchanging skills in the martial arts arena, where sword Qi crosses and palm winds roar.

Sect elders stroll hands behind their backs, offering guidance to disciples, showcasing deep cultivation techniques and resolving their doubts.

This is where the mountain gate of Qingzhou's leading righteous sect, Guan Chao Pavilion, is located.

The entire sect uses the Firefly Sea as the foundation for its great formation, lasting over a thousand years, having both flourished and declined. Today, Guan Chao Pavilion remains indisputably the leading righteous sect in Qingzhou.

In the central grand hall of Guan Chao Pavilion, this magnificent hall enshrines statues of Immortal Gods, surrounded by the smoke of incense, emanating solemnity.

Currently, a figure is kneeling within the hall, his hair mixed with black and white, yet even in silent stillness, the aura he emits is intimidating.

"Great Elder, three days ago, our spirit material production sites at Sun Blaze Mine in Donglin Prefecture, Spirit Plant Valley in West Pass Prefecture, Yellow Stone Jade Gold Mine in Jia Shao Prefecture, all were raided by demon cultivators led by Su Jie. He utilized the Flying Magical Boat, accompanied by numerous demon cultivators from Ghost Ridge Palace, targeting our spirit material mining areas."

A man quickly approaches; he is Cui Wenhao, an elder of the Deacon Hall at Guan Chao Pavilion. Though he is only at the Secret Realm Fifth Level, he is trusted by the sect and holds this crucial position.

The kneeling man slowly stands up; his hair may be graying, but his face doesn't show signs of aging.

As the man turns around, his eyebrows are like swords, diagonally inserted into his temples, dressed in plain robes. Without any ornate decoration, a composed, calm, and self-assured aura naturally emanates from him.

This is Dong Yu, the Supreme Elder of Guan Chao Pavilion, with Daoist Platform Realm Seventh Stage cultivation, and he presides over the vital affairs of Guan Chao Pavilion.

Guan Chao Pavilion has a rule that only those in the Purple Mansion Realm can assume the position of Sect Master. Therefore, ever since the previous Sect Master passed away eighty years ago, the Sect Master position has remained vacant.

Currently, the various affairs of Guan Chao Pavilion are decided by five Supreme Elders, and Dong Yu, due to his greatest strength and oldest qualification, leads them, wielding significant influence within Guan Chao Pavilion.

"Order all spirit material production sites to reduce mining, except for essential spiritual material districts, for all disciples to temporarily withdraw to the sect, increase the defensive forces at the remaining sites, and set up grand formations..."

Dong Yu's voice is calm; Guan Chao Pavilion is large and influential, with industries spread across Qingzhou. Just a few spirit material production sites being attacked is not yet detrimental, and doesn't harm Guan Chao Pavilion to the extent of Elder Zhong's demise.

"Yes, Sect Master. But Su Jie, do we just let him run wild?"

Cui Wenhao's face is very frustrated. When has Guan Chao Pavilion ever been bullied by demon cultivators like this? It's simply insufferable.

"Having killed Elder Zhong, Su Jie's strength is at least Daoist Platform Realm Fourth Layer. Besides possessing Eighth Grade Evil Spirits and Top Grade Eight Refinement Gu Worms, Su Jie also masters a profound Blood Sea Devouring Sky Demon Skill. This demon has become formidable, making him extremely difficult to deal with."

Dong Yu's voice reflected no emotion, merely stating the objective truth.

Su Jie possesses strong combat power, able to fight, flee, and maintain elusive whereabouts.

One who can defeat him may not be able to kill him, and one who can kill him may not be able to find him.

Even Guan Chao Pavilion, without utilizing their trump cards or engaging in an ambush, only Dong Yu can independently suppress Su Jie securely enough to have a chance to kill him.

Cui Wenhao understands this reasoning, but his heart remains unsatisfied.

Guan Chao Pavilion is undeniably powerful, but precisely due to its vastness, it appears helpless against powerful rogue demon cultivators like Su Jie.

There are too many places needing protection and defense. As long as Su Jie isn't foolish enough to directly assault Guan Chao Pavilion's mountain gate head-on, it's hard to catch this cunning figure.

"How is the communication with the Ten Thousand Sword Alliance? And what is Fire Cloud Palace's reaction?"

Dong Yu inquired; the Ten Thousand Sword Alliance has good relations with Guan Chao Pavilion and offers substantial help in dealing with Su Jie.

Additionally, attention must be paid to Fire Cloud Palace; they are Guan Chao Pavilion's long-standing foes. Now, with the death of Elder Zhong Xinpeng, the sect's strength is weakened, making it uncertain whether Fire Cloud Palace will take action.

"The Ten Thousand Sword Alliance has agreed to share intelligence with us to jointly exterminate this evil Su Jie. As for Fire Cloud Palace, they haven't reacted much, except sending out word that they're willing to redeem the talented disciple Qin Mengying, who was kidnapped by Su Jie."