Chapter 489: Flower Protection Alliance

At Wang Kui Cheng's training ground, the atmosphere was tense to the extreme; initially Yin Ze Yang was besieged by many cultivators, and everyone present felt excited.

However, now Elder Yin personally took Yin Ze Yang away, and these cultivators' hearts were filled with fear and worry.

They feared Yin Ze Yang's retaliation, and even more feared that Elder Yin would thus target them.

Elder Yin's status in Taiyin Shengdi is of great importance; his wrath is not something ordinary people can bear.

His name is known to all in Taiyin Shengdi; his gloomy visage and deep eyes seem able to perceive hearts, but more often they make people shudder.

Elder Yin is notorious for his baseness and fickleness.

His mind is ruthless, his methods vicious; he is famed in the holy land as a ghost that makes even ghosts frown.

They all know this, in the holy land's distribution of cultivation resources.

Elder Yin always manipulates behind the scenes, so that some cultivators lacking strength but loyal to him gain abundant resources, while those truly talented cultivators do not receive the support they deserve.

When someone raises doubts, Elder Yin excuses it by claiming the allocation of cultivation resources is fair, brushing it off, while actually suppressing those cultivators who might threaten him.

Moreover, in external conflicts, Elder Yin, to preserve his own strength, never hesitates to sacrifice innocent low-ranking disciples as bait, luring enemies deep into ambushes where they meet their doom.

Especially, it was once rumored that Elder Yin had a fellow sect senior brother whose cultivation talent was extremely high, greatly favored by the holy land's upper echelons, threatening Elder Yin's position.

Thus, Elder Yin devised a frame-up, falsely accusing the senior brother of practicing forbidden arts, resulting in his cultivation qualifications being revoked; to this day he remains imprisoned in the dungeon of Taiyin Shengdi's main sect.

Just then.

Heifeng, after hearing the crowd's discussion, stepped forward.

His voice was extremely loud, penetrating every corner of the training ground.

"Everyone, what we do today is done out of justice, to split heaven and earth!

"Although Elder Yin wields tremendous power, he cannot cover the sky with one hand.

"Taiyin Shengdi does not belong to him alone; we need not fear!"

Heifeng's words were like a stone stirring up thousands of waves, causing the originally apprehensive cultivators to begin to waver.

They exchanged glances with each other, and their mutual fear gradually gave way to an inexplicable courage.

Just then, a burly, stern-faced cultivator stepped forward; his name was Tieshan, a famous tough guy in Taiyin Shengdi.

Tieshan's voice was as steadfast as his physique: "Heifeng brother is right; how can the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi be intimidated by a single person?

"Although Elder Yin is strong, he cannot ignore the holy land's rules and arbitrarily oppress fellow disciples!"

Tieshan's words resonated with more people; they began nodding and whispering among themselves.

Some cultivators who had been hesitant also began to muster courage, stepping forward to support Heifeng and Tieshan.

"That's right, we cannot let Yin Ze Yang and Elder Yin continue to run rampant!" a young female cultivator also stepped forward, her eyes flashing with firm light: "Our Taiyin Shengdi must not be defiled by such people!"

"This Elder Yin is truly a disgrace to the holy land!" a young cultivator said indignantly, "He appears righteous on the surface, but behind the scenes he does all sorts of shameful deeds."

"Exactly, his mind is more poisonous than a snake or scorpion!" another female cultivator took up the thread, "He always appears amiable on the surface, but can turn around and push you into a fire pit; this double-dealing behavior truly leaves one defenseless."

A cultivator whispered, "We must unite and petition Yuehua Xianzi; we must make Elder Yin pay for his actions!"

"That's right, we cannot let him do as he pleases!" other cultivators echoed in agreement.

As more and more cultivators stepped forward, the atmosphere on the training ground began to change.

The original fear and worry were replaced by a sense of unity and courage.

Unbeknownst to them, Elder Yin was on a distant high platform, watching all this with a grim and terrifying expression.

He had not expected that these cultivators, who usually seemed weak, would actually unite at this moment to oppose him.

"Hmph, it seems I have been too lenient with you all along." Elder Yin gave a cold snort, a flicker of killing intent flashing in his eyes.

"Since you want to challenge my authority, I will let you know what the consequences of defying me are!"

Elder Yin's mind had already begun to brew a plan to make those daring to challenge him pay a heavy price.

But he also knew that now was not the time to act rashly; he needed to wait for a suitable opportunity.

At this moment on the training ground, Huang Daxian and Heifeng exchanged a glance, having already succeeded in igniting the fire in the hearts of Taiyin Shengdi's cultivators.

Now what they need to do is to direct this fire to the proper place, thereby making the internal strife among Taiyin Shengdi's cultivators even more intense.

They would then sit back and reap the benefits like a fisherman.

Huang Daxian stepped forward and spoke loudly: "Fellow disciples, we are all part of Taiyin Shengdi; our fate should be decided by ourselves."

"Today, standing here, it is not only for the injustice done to Senior Brother Yin Ze Yang, but also for our own future!"

……

On the training ground rose earth-shaking cheers; Huang Daxian's voice was like morning and evening bells, echoing in every cultivator's ears.

The cultivators' morale was completely ignited.

Because Huang Daxian's words were full of strength and fervent passion, those cultivators who originally harbored fear felt a sense of reassurance.

"Fellow disciples, the predicament we face today is precisely due to our lack of unity." Huang Daxian continued, "Yuehua Xianzi has always been the pillar of our Taiyin Shengdi; her fairness and compassion are well known."

"Now is the time for us to unite, to form an alliance, an alliance with Yuehua Xianzi at its core—the Moon Protection Alliance!"

The cultivators began to whisper among themselves; Huang Daxian's proposal touched their heartstrings.

They knew that Yuehua Xianzi's strength and reputation were sufficient to protect them, and moreover, with a formal alliance, Yuehua Xianzi speaking up for them would have even more justification.

Heifeng, seeing this, also stepped forward to add: "The establishment of the Moon Protection Alliance is not only for our safety, but also for the future of Taiyin Shengdi."

"We will advance and retreat together, jointly maintaining the holy land's peace and order."

"Under Yuehua Xianzi's leadership, our voices will grow louder, our strength will become greater!"

As Heifeng's words fell, the atmosphere on the training ground became even more fervent.

Some cultivators began to shout the name "Moon Protection Alliance," their eyes flashing with hope and determination.

Just then, an elderly cultivator stepped forward; he was an elder of Taiyin Shengdi, named Qingsong.

Elder Qingsong's voice was deep and powerful: "Huang Daxian and Heifeng are right; the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi should unite."

"I support the establishment of the Moon Protection Alliance and am willing to join it, contributing my strength to the holy land's future."

With the support of Elder Qing Song, more cultivators began to respond.

They all expressed their willingness, wanting to join the Hu Moon Alliance and fight side by side with Huang Daxian and Heifeng.

Yuehua Xianzi, on a high platform in the distance, took in all of this.

A hint of relief flashed in her eyes.

She knew that the establishment of this alliance would be an extension of her influence and a new beginning for her to protect the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi.

Yuehua Xianzi slowly stepped out, her figure appearing especially holy and solemn in the moonlight.

The pleasant sound, like heavenly music, spread throughout the training field: "I, Yuehua, am willing to become the Alliance Lord of the Guard Moon Alliance."

Other people penguin you? Just bullying this seat, this seat is with you.

With Yuehua Xianzi's joining, the Guard Moon Alliance was officially established.

The cultivators' morale reached its peak; they knew that from now on, they were no longer isolated individuals without aid, but ones sharing a common belief.

……

As Yin Zeyang's wounds gradually healed, the anger and hatred in his heart, like a long-suppressed volcano, were ready to erupt at any moment.

He was no longer the pitiful worm humiliated on the training field, but had become an evil spirit bent solely on revenge; his steps were firm and powerful, his eyes flashing with a ruthless light, vowing to make those who had trampled his dignity pay the price.

"You lackeys of the Guard Moon Alliance, do you think joining forces lets you be my enemy?" Yin Zeyang's voice was icy and sharp, like a blade slicing everyone's heart, "I will let you know what the consequence of opposing me is!"

He stood in the center of the training field, his gaze sweeping over the cultivators who had once mocked him, the corner of his mouth curling into a cruel smile: "You aren't fond of bullying the few with the many? Come on, today I will stand right here and see who dares to step up and try!"

Yin Zeyang exuded a strong killing intent, his words full of provocation and contempt.

"Huang Daxian, Heifeng, you two turtles pulling in your heads, listen to me—don't think that with Yuehua Xianzi backing you I can't do anything to you.

I will let you know, Taiyin Shengdi is not a place where you lowly rats can run amok!

At some point a cold‑light longsword appeared in his hand, its tip pointing to the heavens, as if announcing his revenge oath to heaven and earth.

"Today, I, Yin Zeyang, hereby swear: if I do not avenge this grudge, I will not be fit to be called human!

You just wait and see—I will settle accounts with you one by one until you kneel before me begging for mercy!

The surrounding cultivators were shocked by Yin Zeyang's harsh words, feeling the strong hostility and killing intent radiating from him.

They knew Yin Zeyang's revenge would be cruel and merciless.

But the members of the Guard Moon Alliance are not easy to deal with; they stand united, jointly facing Yin Zeyang's provocations.

Huang Daxian and Heifeng stood even further ahead, their eyes holding no fear, only resolve and courage.

"Yin Zeyang, if you want to fight, the Guard Moon Alliance will accompany you at any time!" Huang Daxian's voice was loud and powerful, his words revealing his contempt for Yin Zeyang and confidence in himself, "You think that with your own strength you can shake our alliance? You're overestimating yourself!"

Heifeng also snorted coldly, taking up the conversation: "If you really have the ability, just come on over.

We two brothers stand ready at any time to welcome your arrival.

However, I advise you to save your strength, lest you bring disgrace upon yourself again!"

Yin Zeyang's face grew even darker; he knew this revenge battle would not be easy.

But he had already made his preparations; even if it meant mutual destruction, he would make the Guard Moon Alliance pay the price.

The atmosphere on the training field became tense and solemn.

At this moment, within the Guard Moon Alliance, Yin Zeyang's provocations finally angered Yuehua Xianzi, who was in the midst of imparting teachings.

A flash of cold light appeared in her eyes; her figure, like a streak of flowing light, instantly appeared before Yin Zeyang.

"Yin Zeyang, you have repeatedly provoked me and do not take me seriously; today I will give you a proper lesson!" Yuehua Xianzi's voice was icy, like a cold wind from the Nine Depths, making everyone present feel a bone‑chilling chill.

Yin Zeyang's face instantly turned pale; he wanted to retreat, but Yuehua Xianzi's figure had already closed in on him like a ghost.

She lightly waved her palm, and an invisible force locked Yin Zeyang in place, rendering him unable to move.

"No, Yuehua Xianzi, I—" Yin Zeyang's words were not finished when Yuehua Xianzi's attack descended.

"Crack!" several sharp bone‑breaking sounds rang out; Yin Zeyang's limbs snapped under Yuehua Xianzi's force, he collapsed painfully to the ground, emitting a miserable wail.

The surrounding cultivators were stunned; they had not expected Yuehua Xianzi to actually strike, and with such force.

Some of Yin Zeyang's followers glared angrily at Yuehua Xianzi, but awed by her strength, none dared to step forward.

Yuehua Xianzi coldly swept her gaze over the surroundings; her eyes were full of majesty and irrevocable resolve: "My people, how can you dare to bully them at will? Today I will first break your limbs—just a small punishment. Henceforth, if you dare to move a single hair of theirs, you will be opposing me, Yuehua."

Huang Daxian, Heifeng, and the other Guard Moon Alliance cultivators stood not far away.

A flicker of surprise and gratitude flashed in their eyes.

They had not expected Yuehua Xianzi to protect them so fiercely, which made their loyalty to her even firmer.

"Thank you, fairy, for your help; we two will from now on strive harder in our cultivation and not disappoint your expectations." Huang Daxian and Heifeng said in unison, their voices full of respect.

Yuehua Xianzi turned, glanced at them, and nodded: "Although your cultivation level is still shallow, your loyalty is commendable. As long as you sincerely serve Taiyin Shengdi, my Yuehua lineage will surely protect you completely."

The cultivators of the Yin Zeyang lineage, seeing this, rushed forward to help Yin Zeyang up.

Their eyes were filled with anger and resentment, but facing Yuehua Xianzi's pressure, they could only swallow their indignation, hastily escorting Yin Zeyang away from the training field.

From then on, Huang Daxian and Heifeng's status in Taiyin Shengdi became more secure, and no one dared to look down on them anymore.

Moreover, Yuehua Xianzi's fame spread even more loudly in Wang Kui City, becoming an existence that no one dared to provoke.

In the dark corner of Wang Kui City, Elder Yin's mansion lay like a lurking beast, silently exuding a dangerous aura.

Inside, Elder Yin's study was brightly lit, his silhouette appearing especially gloomy in the flickering candlelight.

When Elder Yin learned of Yuehua Xianzi's actions on the training field, his face instantly turned dark.

His hands were clenched into fists, nails digging deep into his palms, as if trying to gather all his anger into that grip.

"Yuehua Xianzi, you are bullying people too much!" Elder Yin's voice was low and full of threat, each word seeming to be squeezed from between his teeth, carrying a chill that made one's blood run cold.

A glint of dark cunning flashed in his eyes, the kind of sly cruelty that had been brewing long in the darkness.

Elder Yin, known for his schemes and tactics, would allow no one to challenge his authority, nor permit anyone to run wild on his turf.

A flash of dark, cunning light flickered in his eyes — a kind of slyness and cruelty that had long been brewing in the darkness.

Elder Yin had always been known for his schemes and tactics; he would not allow anyone to challenge his authority, nor would he tolerate anyone running amok on his turf.

"Do you think that with a bit of looks and cultivation level you can do as you please in Taiyin Shengdi?" Yin Elder let out a cold chuckle, his laughter carrying a hint of mockery and disdain, "I will make you know how deep the waters of Taiyin Shengdi are; it's not something shallow people like you can easily stir."

In Yin Elder's residence, his several close disciples stood aside, they could feel the strong killing intent emanating from their master, each holding their breath like cicadas in cold weather, not daring to make a sound.

"Go, investigate thoroughly the background of Huang Daxian and Heifeng." Yin Elder ordered.

His voice carried an indisputable resolve, "I want everything of hers, including her weaknesses and secrets. I want her to know that offending me, Yin Elder, is the worst decision of her life."

The disciples received the order and left; they knew that once Yin Elder made up his mind, he would certainly achieve his goal by any means.

They couldn't help but break into a cold sweat for Moonflower Fairy and her disciples.

Yin Elder stood alone in the study, his gaze through the window toward the distant night sky.

A sinister smile appeared on his face, as if he had already seen Moonflower Fairy's tragic end.

"Moonflower Fairy, your strength and pride will become your grave." Yin Elder muttered to himself.

His voice echoed in the empty study, like a curse from hell.

The night was as dark as ink, the streets of Wang Kui City were silent and still, most cultivators immersed in cultivation or dreams, only Yin Elder's residence remained brightly lit.

Yin Zeyang, under Yin Elder's arrangement, entered closed-door cultivation; he wanted to become stronger, strong enough to personally tear to pieces those who had once insulted him.

He cultivated day and night without rest, each circulation of his energy filled with deep hatred for the Moon-Protecting Alliance.

"I want you to die!"

"Every one who dares to betray and insult me must pay the price in blood!" Yin Zeyang roared in his cultivation, his voice sounding especially piercing in the silent night.

Yin Elder observed everything in the dark; he knew Yin Zeyang's hatred could be transformed into power, and this power would become his sharp blade.

He began secretly arranging things in Taiyin Shengdi, winning over cultivators dissatisfied with Moonflower Fairy, weaving a large net aimed at the Moon-Protecting Alliance.

"Moonflower Fairy, do you think you can forever stand at the top of the holy land?"

"Do you think your alliance can forever protect your lackeys?" Yin Elder sneered in the darkness, "I will let you personally watch your alliance collapse and let you know who is the true ruler."

At the same time, the cultivators of the Moon-Protecting Alliance were also actively preparing.

They knew Yin Elder and Yin Zeyang would not give up easily.

Under Moonflower Fairy's leadership, they strengthened the alliance's defenses while also seeking opportunities to prepare a counterattack.

"We cannot sit and wait for death," Moonflower Fairy said at the alliance meeting, "we must strike first, find Yin Elder's weakness, and destroy him in one blow."

Huang Daxian and Heifeng, as core members of the alliance, contacted allies everywhere while also secretly investigating Yin Elder's movements.

This struggle was not only a contest of strength, but also a comparison of wisdom, courage, and composure.

"Yin Elder may be cunning, but he also has his weaknesses," Huang Daxian said at a secret meeting, "as long as we find that weakness, we can make him suffer a crushing defeat."

Heifeng nodded in agreement: "Exactly, we must not give him any chance to catch his breath; we must deliver a killing blow."

As time passed, the undercurrents in Taiyin Shengdi grew increasingly turbulent.

The struggle between Yin Elder and Moonflower Fairy had reached a white-hot stage, and the atmosphere of the entire holy land became tense.

All cultivators could feel the coming of this storm; they knew Taiyin Shengdi would face an unprecedented upheaval.

And at the center of this storm, Yin Zeyang's injuries had fully recovered, his strength even surpassing before.

His eyes flickered with the fire of revenge; he wanted everyone to know his name, to make everyone tremble in fear of him.

"Soon, you will all begin to tremble."

"It is you who made me into this neither-human nor ghost-like state; a price must be paid."

Yin Zeyang stood on the training ground, swearing an oath to the bright moon in the night sky.

His voice was full of confidence and madness; he wanted the entire Taiyin Shengdi to hear his revenge declaration.

Yin Zeyang's revenge oath echoed in the night sky like a silent thunderclap, foreshadowing the impending storm.

His silhouette stretched long under the moonlight, appearing especially lonely and resolute.

He knew he was no longer the cultivator who could be bullied at will, but was about to become an avenger who would stir up a bloody storm.

In the coming days, Yin Zeyang began to act; he first secretly contacted cultivators dissatisfied with the Moon-Protecting Alliance, using resources and promises provided by Yin Elder to bribe them.

"Moonflower Fairy and her lackeys think they can cover the sky with one hand, but Taiyin Shengdi belongs to all of us; it is not a place where they can act recklessly!" The words of a dissatisfied cultivator were full of temptation and provocation.

His actions resonated with some cultivators, who began secretly gathering around Yin Zeyang, forming a force not to be ignored.

Their eyes flickered with a desire for power and dissatisfaction with the current situation.

They longed for change, longing to attain a higher position in Taiyin Shengdi.

At the same time, Huang Daxian and Heifeng were also taking action, using their status in the Moon-Protecting Alliance to begin strengthening internal unity and defense.

Her gaze swept over everyone present, her words full of trust and encouragement: "I believe in you, I believe you will make the right choice."

"As long as we unite as one, no one can defeat us!"

The cultivators were encouraged by Moonflower Fairy's words, their fighting spirit and confidence rekindled.

However, Yin Zeyang did not stop his actions; under Yin Elder's instructions, he began secretly laying plans, preparing to launch a fatal blow against the Moon-Protecting Alliance.

His eyes flickered with coldness and cunning: "Moonflower Fairy, you're finished."

On a night dark with wind and high, Yin Zeyang led his followers, silently approaching the headquarters of the Moon-Protecting Alliance.

Their silhouettes were like ghosts, making no sound.

Yin Zeyang held in his hand a long sword flashing with cold light, his voice low and cold: "Tonight is your doom."

However, he did not notice that Huang Daxian and Heifeng had already set up a heavenly net, waiting for his arrival.

The moment Yin Zeyang and his troops stepped into the trap, countless torches suddenly lit up around them, surrounding them completely.

"Yin Zeyang, do you really think you would be unprepared?" Huang Daxian's voice came from the darkness, carrying a hint of mockery and contempt, "The plot has been exposed; now is the time for you to pay the price."

Yin Zeyang's face instantly turned pale, realizing he had fallen into the trap.

But he did not give up.

A flicker of madness flashed in his eyes: "Even if I die here today, I will make you pay the price."