Chapter 1704

Inside the Accumulated Dust Sect.

Translation: "Inside the Accumulated Dust Sect."

Sect Leader Zhenren Chenmiao sits in the leader's seat, with several elders below; the sect's top combat power is gathered here, as many elders appear together in the main hall—a rare sight not seen in a century.

We must keep meaning. Let's produce a concise but faithful translation.

"Accumulated Dust Sect Sect Leader Chen Miao Zhenren sat in the sect leader's seat; below were several elders of the faction, the faction's top combat power all gathered here, many elders appeared together in the main hall—a rare sight not seen in a hundred years."

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All the elders took their seats, and Sect Leader Zhenren Chenmiao said, "The first corpse general of the Corpse Refining Sect, Jiang Tiānshēng, failed his tribulation and was smashed to pieces—you all know about this, right?"

Translation: "The elders all took their seats, and Chen Miao Zhenren said, 'The Corpse Refining Sect's First Corpse General, Jiang Tiansheng, failed his tribulation and was smashed to pieces—you all know about this, right?'"

We need to keep quotes.

The elders all nodded: "We know."

Translation: "The elders all nodded: 'We know.'"

Elder Fengling Zhenren already mentioned this; the sect's high-ranking members know, and it's spread everywhere. The Corpse Refining Sect caused a huge commotion—how could anyone not know? Even the disciples below are aware: the Dragon King of Tiandu personally intervened, once again displaying Tiandu Sect's majesty. Provoking Tiandu Sect's status will exact a price.

Translation: "Feng Ling Zhenren had already said this, the faction's high-ups all knew, it had spread everywhere, the Corpse Refining Sect's commotion was huge—how could anyone not know? Even the disciples below knew; the Tian Du Dragon King personally took action, once again showing Tian Du Men's dignity—provoking Tian Du Men's status demands a price."

We need to keep meaning.

This time, the Corpse Refining Sect's tribulation failure was suppressed by the Tiandu Dragon King, and no one dares to speak.

Translation: "This time the Corpse Refining Sect's tribulation failed, and they were suppressed by the Tian Du Dragon King; no one dared to speak."

Moreover, this isn't over; subsequently, Tiandu Sect began taking action against the Corpse Refining Sect. Although their moves are somewhat covert, others can't miss them—they're targeting the Corpse Refining Sect's disciples. In recent days, many of the Corpse Refining Sect's disciples have died, many have fallen.

Translation: "Moreover, this isn't over yet; afterward Tian Du Men began taking action against the Corpse Refining Sect—though the moves were somewhat covert, others couldn't miss it, they acted against the Corpse Refining Sect's disciples, and in recent days many of the Corpse Refining Sect's disciples have died, especially many of its disciples have fallen."

We need to keep nuance: "many have fallen" means "many have fallen". We'll translate as "many have fallen".

Besides that, the Mangshan Demon Palace also took action against the Corpse Refining Sect; those demon beasts strike with clean, efficient precision—killing and devouring you, wasting no flesh. Tiandu Sect and the Mangshan Demon Palace act together, targeting the Corpse Refining Sect's disciples, gradually eroding the sect.

Translation: "Besides that, Mangshan Demon Palace also acted against the Corpse Refining Sect; those demon beasts strike with clean, efficient kills—killing you and eating you, wasting not a bit of flesh; Tian Du Men and Mangshan Demon Palace joined forces, acting against the Corpse Refining Sect's disciples, step by step eroding the Corpse Refining Sect."

This step is very obvious and also very ruthless; it's clear they intend to annihilate the Corpse Refining Sect, approaching step by step. Instead of striking immediately, they chose to "cut meat with a dull knife," slicing bit by bit to make the Corpse Refining Sect collapse, in order to prevent it from lashing out in desperation.

Translation: "This step is very obvious and also very ruthless; it's clear they want to destroy the Corpse Refining Sect, approaching step by step, not striking immediately but choosing to 'cut meat with a blunt knife', slicing bit by bit to make the Corpse Refining Sect collapse, in order to prevent it from lashing out in desperation."

We need to keep the idiom "cutting meat with a dull knife" maybe translate as "cutting meat with a dull knife". We'll keep as "cutting meat with a dull knife".

Both forces have moved; the Accumulated Dust Sect cannot stand by, as they have long wanted to destroy the Corpse Refining Sect. This is a great opportunity—if missed, they may never get another like it.

Translation: "Both forces have already acted, but the Accumulated Dust Sect can't just stand by; they have long wanted to destroy the Corpse Refining Sect, and this is a great opportunity—if they miss it, they won't find another like it."

"Tiandu Sect and the Mangshan Demon Palace have joined forces against the Corpse Refining Sect—what do you all think, elders?" Sect Leader Zhenren Chenmiao did not issue a direct order but asked the elders present, for these elders are the pillars of the Accumulated Dust Sect and must not come to harm.

Translation: "\"Tian Du Men and Mangshan Demon Palace have joined forces to jointly target the Corpse Refining Sect—what do you all think, elders? \" Chen Miao Zhenren didn't issue a direct order but asked the elders present; these elders are the pillars of the Accumulated Dust Sect, and nothing must go wrong."

This matter is of great importance; if the decision is wrong, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Translation: "This matter is extremely important; if the decision is wrong, the consequences are unimaginable."

Sect Leader Zhenren Chenmiao also cannot decide on his own and needs to consult the elders.

Translation: "Chen Miao Zhenren also couldn't make up his mind and needed to consult the elders."

The senior elder rose and said, "Sect leader, the Corpse Refining Sect must be destroyed; they are too close to our Accumulated Dust Sect, and our friction with them is constant. Previously we could keep each other in check, but now that is no longer necessary."

Translation: "The Senior Elder stood up and said, 'Sect Leader, the Corpse Refining Sect must be destroyed; they are too close to our Accumulated Dust Sect, and our friction with them is constant—before we could still keep each other in check, but now that's no longer necessary.'"

"Tiandu Sect and the Mangshan Demon Palace have already acted; if we don't act now, when will we?"

Translation: "\"Tian Du Men and Mangshan Demon Palace have already acted; if we don't act now, when else would we wait for? \""

The second elder exclaimed excitedly, "The senior elder is right—the Corpse Refining Sect should have been destroyed long ago; they lack humanity, slaughter innocents indiscriminately, and countless mortals have been sacrificed by them. If not for the Tiandu Sect previously suppressing us and forbidding action, I would have long sought to annihilate the Corpse Refining Sect."

Translation: "The Second Elder excitedly said, 'The Senior Elder is right; the Corpse Refining Sect should have been destroyed long ago—they lack humanity, slaughter innocents without restraint, how many mortals have they butchered in sacrifice? If it weren't for Tian Du Men suppressing us and forbidding us to act, I would have long wanted to wipe out the Corpse Refining Sect.'"

"Sect leader, this time we must act swiftly to gain more benefits; otherwise, after Tiandu Sect and the Mangshan Demon Palace destroy the Corpse Refining Sect, our later intervention would yield little profit."

Translation: "\"Sect Leader, this time we must act quickly, or else after Tian Du Men and Mangshan Demon Palace destroy the Corpse Refining Sect and we intervene later, there will be little benefit left for us. \""

"Acting early will give us greater influence; even if we don't get the meat, we at least want a sip of the broth."

Translation: "\"Acting early is the only way to gain more say; even if we can't get the meat, we at least want to drink the broth. \""

The Accumulated Dust Sect has missed several opportunities, preventing a rapid rise; this time we must not hesitate as before. With the three forces acting together, the Corpse Refining Sect cannot withstand them—its destruction is certain.

Translation: "The Accumulated Dust Sect has missed opportunities several times, preventing a swift rise; this time we cannot hesitate as before—if the three forces act together, the Corpse Refining Sect cannot resist, its destruction is certain."

The second elder, Fengming, believes in Tiandu Sect's strength; even if the Corpse Refining Sect is extraordinarily strange, it cannot resist the three forces.

Translation: "Second Elder Feng Ming believes in Tian Du Men's strength; even if the Corpse Refining Sect is extraordinarily strange, it cannot resist the three forces."

As for the forces of Lingzhou, they are unlikely to intervene—they're too far away; distant water cannot put out a nearby fire. Moreover, they dare not act recklessly, as the Mu Long clan has suffered several setbacks and heavy losses, making them reluctant to enter Cangzhou lightly.

Translation: "As for the forces of Lingzhou, they couldn't possibly intervene—they're too far away; distant water can't put out a nearby fire. Moreover, they dare not act recklessly; the Mu Long Family has suffered several setbacks, sustaining heavy losses, and dare not lightly enter Cangzhou."

The Tiānxin Sect is very cautious and would not act rashly for the Corpse Refining Sect, let alone the Wan Yao Palace, which would certainly not act lightly.

Translation: "The Heavenly Heart Sect is very cautious; they would not act rashly for the Corpse Refining Sect, let alone the Myriad Demon Palace, which would certainly not act lightly."

In short, the Corpse Refining Sect is surely doomed this time.

Translation: "In short, the Corpse Refining Sect is surely doomed this time."

"Sect leader, I agree with the senior and second elders."

Translation: "\"Sect Leader, I agree with the Senior Elder and the Second Elder. \""

"We too."

Translation: "\"We too. \""

The other elders echoed in agreement, knowing this is an excellent opportunity that must not be missed—if missed, it would truly be lost.

Translation: "The other elders all echoed, knowing this is an excellent opportunity that must not be missed—if missed, it truly is missed."

With the Corpse Refining Sect destroyed, the Accumulated Dust Sect would gain tremendous benefit; even if they gain nothing, they could remove an obstacle hindering their development. The Corpse Refining Sect has long balanced the Accumulated Dust Sect, preventing its rapid growth, which is why the sect's strength has remained as it is.

Translation: "If the Corpse Refining Sect is destroyed, it would be a huge boon for the Accumulated Dust Sect; even if they gain nothing, they could remove an enemy hindering the Accumulated Dust Sect's development—the Corpse Refining Sect has always balanced the Accumulated Dust Sect, preventing its rapid growth, which is why the Accumulated Dust Sect's strength has remained as it is."

One must know that the Corpse Refining Sect's check is not only the Mangshan Demon Palace but also the Accumulated Dust Sect—a balance intentionally maintained by Tiandu Sect. It's a pity the Corpse Refining Sect brought this upon itself by courting Lingzhou forces; Tiandu Sect can no longer tolerate its existence.

Translation: "Know that the Corpse Refining Sect's balancing act isn't only with Mangshan Demon Palace but also with the Accumulated Dust Sect; this was deliberately arranged by Tian Du Men—too bad the Corpse Refining Sect brought ruin upon itself by courting Lingzhou's forces, and Tian Du Men can no longer tolerate its existence."

Traitors must be destroyed.

Translation: "Traitors must be destroyed."

"Elder Fengling, what is your opinion?" Sect Leader Zhenren Chenmiao turned to the silent Fengling Zhenren, who has handled these matters, and asked for his view.

Translation: "\"Elder Feng Ling, what's your view? \" Chen Miao Zhenren looked at the silent Feng Ling Zhenren, who had handled these matters, and needed to ask his opinion."

Elder Fengling said, "Sect leader, my opinion matches that of my several senior brothers: the Corpse Refining Sect cannot survive; we must follow Tiandu Sect's lead and act swiftly against them."

Translation: "Elder Feng Ling said, 'Sect Leader, my opinion is the same as several senior brothers—the Corpse Refining Sect cannot survive; we should follow Tian Du Men's lead and act quickly against the Corpse Refining Sect.'"

"Tiandu Sect and the Mangshan Demon Palace are in front; we just need to follow behind."

Translation: "\"Tian Du Men and Mangshan Demon Palace are in front; we just need to follow behind. \""

The Accumulated Dust Sect cannot match them and cannot be the main force, yet we cannot do nothing; we must still do what needs to be done.

Translation: "The Accumulated Dust Sect can't match them and can't become the main force, but we still can't do nothing—what needs to be done must be done."

Otherwise, when the benefits are divided later, the Accumulated Dust Sect may end up with little.

Translation: "Otherwise, when the benefits are divided later, the Accumulated Dust Sect might end up with little."

"Good, since the elders have decided, this is settled. Elder Fengling, I entrust you with full authority to handle this; the other elders will cooperate with you, Junior Brother Fengling."

Translation: "\"Good, since the elders have decided, this is settled—Elder Feng Ling, I entrust you with full authority over this matter, and the other elders will cooperate with Junior Brother Feng Ling. \""

"Yes, sect leader."

Translation: "\"Yes, Sect Leader. \""

The other elders had no objection and all nodded.

Translation: "The other elders had no objection and all nodded."

Longsnake Mountain.

Translation: "Longshe Shan."

Shang Hongxue and Shang Hongchen returned to familiar Longsnake Mountain; upon landing, Shang Hongchen's first action was to give Chen Chuyang a look.

Translation: "Shang Hongxue and Shang Hongchen returned to familiar Longshe Shan; Shang Hongchen's first action upon landing was to give Chen Chuyang a look."

"Hmph."

Translation: "\"Hmph. \""

She let out a cold snort to vent her dissatisfaction, her gaze continually fixed on Chen Chuyang, as if trying to make him break down.

Translation: "She let out a cold huff to vent her dissatisfaction, her gaze continually fixed on Chen Chuyang, as if she wanted him to break down."

Chen Chuyang gave a bitter smile, looked at Shang Hongxue, who quickly took Shang Hongchen's hand and soothed, "Hongchen, I didn't let your husband tell you this because I feared you'd worry and also feared you'd refuse—you know, your master now has only herself left, very lonely."

Translation: "Chen Chuyang gave a bitter smile, looked at Shang Hongxue, who quickly took Shang Hongchen's hand and soothed, 'Hongchen, I didn't let your husband tell you this because I feared you'd worry and also feared you'd refuse—you know, your master only has herself left, very lonely.'"

"Your master has no support; being alone out there is extremely dangerous. It's rare to find a husband to rely on—you can't separate them, can you?"

Translation: "\"Your master has no support; how dangerous it is for her to be alone in Tianwai—it's rare to find a husband to rely on, you can't tear them apart, can you? \""

"I also wanted to tell you sooner; isn't this because I'm afraid you'll get angry?"

Translation: "\"I also wanted to tell you earlier—isn't it because I feared you'd get angry? \""

"The specific details, Tianlian Zhenren has already told you, right? So don't be angry."

Translation: "\"As for the details, Tianlian Zhenren has already told you, right? So don't be angry. \""

"Hmph." Shang Hongchen gave a cold snort, still unwilling to forgive Chen Chuyang just like that.

Translation: "\"Hmph. \" Shang Hongchen let out a cold huff, still unwilling to forgive Chen Chuyang just like that."

"Am I being this unreasonable?" Shang Hongchen is full of resentment; everyone else knows this matter, only I am kept in the dark; she is really angry.