The Supreme Being Against Heaven

--Translated by likesnovel--

“Disciple accepts the command,” Tan Yun said with firm confidence.

“Within the central region of the Heavenly Punishment Mountain Range, there are as many as **1,000 sects**, including third-rate, second-rate, and first-rate sects.”

“Although these sects—whether in weapon forging, talisman crafting, alchemy, or formation arts—cannot compare to our **Huangfu Sacred Sect**, each of them possesses its own spirit stone mines. Therefore, their wealth is undoubtedly immense.”

“There is a saying: *Those who follow the Dao gain support; those who go against it stand alone.* Our sect cannot resort to slaughter and plunder, as that would violate basic morality. Moreover, even if we wiped them out, the countless spirit stone mines would still require a massive workforce to manage—something not worth the cost.”

“In that case, why not turn this into mutual benefit? Let them mine spirit stones **for us** instead.”

“I understand that our sect is an ancient one, once the supreme ruler of the Heavenly Punishment Mountains. Naturally, Sect Master, you may look down on associating with those sects.”

“However, if we want the Huangfu Sacred Sect to grow rapidly, you must lower your stance and invite the leaders of those sects here to discuss a **mutually beneficial cooperation**.”

“Our sect can provide them with pills, cultivation techniques, magical weapons, and talismans. In return, they pay us with spirit stones.”

“Additionally, we can sell rare heavenly and earthly treasures. In short—we draw all spirit stones into our sect, causing our wealth to surge dramatically.”

“At the same time, when you invite them, they will feel uneasy and uncertain of your intentions. You must reassure them and make it clear that our sect has no intention of annexing or devouring them.”

“With this approach, those constantly warring sects will willingly pay high prices to purchase pills, magical weapons, and resources from us to strengthen themselves.”

“If executed perfectly, Sect Master, you could even establish the **largest marketplace city** in the entire Heavenly Punishment Mountain Range right outside our sect’s gates. With our top experts overseeing it, trade among tens of thousands of disciples will remain safe.”

“Furthermore, we can establish our own sect shops and an auction house in that city, and require each sect to offer an annual tribute in spirit stones.”

“Once everything runs systematically, our sect will enjoy a steady, endless flow of income every single day.”

Upon hearing this, Tantai Xuanzhong’s sturdy body trembled slightly, his eyes shining with excitement.

“Excellent plan! Outstanding!”

“Sect Master,” Tan Yun continued, “there is only **1 drawback**—those sects will inevitably grow stronger. If any sect begins to rebel, our sect must use an iron fist to eliminate it completely, setting an example to warn the others that the Huangfu Sacred Sect is the one that defines the rules.”

“When that time comes, within just a few hundred years, some sects will willingly submit and become subordinate forces under us. They will send their disciples to join our sect—and once they enter, they will be treated equally.”

“Hahaha! Good! Continue!” Tantai Xuanzhong laughed heartily.

“Yes, Sect Master.” Tan Yun cupped his fists and went on:

“Once you successfully implement all of this, the high-ranking elders of the sect will look at you in a new light and acknowledge you as the most outstanding Sect Master in the history of the Huangfu Sacred Sect.”

“At that point, you can propose to unify the **9 lineages** of the sect into one. If anyone objects, they can be made an example of.”

“In summary—you must seize full control of the Huangfu Sacred Sect. Otherwise, if the people are not united, how can the sect ever prosper?”

After hearing everything, Tantai Xuanzhong slowly nodded.

He already understood this well—previous Sect Masters had all tried to unify the **9 lineages**, yet none had succeeded.

But today…

He saw a glimmer of hope in Tan Yun’s plan.

Just as Tan Yun had said—

Only by first achieving undeniable accomplishments could one gain the support of the elders.

And if that were the case…

Then within his lifetime, there might truly be a chance to unite the **9 lineages** of the sect into a single whole.

Tantai Xuanzhong pondered silently for a moment before speaking slowly,
“An excellent plan… continue.”

“Yes, Sect Master,” Tan Yun replied steadily.
“After unifying the **9 lineages**, we will allow the techniques of each lineage to be shared and learned across all.”

“In this way, disciples from all **9 lineages** will be able to cultivate **treasure-tier techniques** from other branches. This will elevate the overall strength of our disciples—from the inner sect, to the Immortal Sect, and even the Sacred Sect.”

“When that stage is reached, our sect will become one of the wealthiest powers through trade with thousands of sects. We will possess enough spirit stones to open the **‘Mustard Seed Time Tower’** for disciples to cultivate within.”

“At the same time, we should have our top-tier weapon-refining grandmasters construct as many **‘Martial Towers’** as possible—the more, the better.”

“Of course, as our sect’s trade spreads throughout the central region of the Heavenly Punishment Mountains, our disciples will naturally engage in private transactions for profit.”

“Therefore, the sect can abolish the monthly spirit stone stipends for disciples, saving an enormous amount of resources.”

“In just a few years, the sect’s power will surge dramatically—enough to destroy the **Eternal Immortal Sect** and the **Sacred Spirit Immortal Palace**, becoming the true ruler of the Heavenly Punishment Mountains, restoring—or even surpassing—the peak glory of our ancestors!”

Hearing this, Tantai Xuanzhong felt his blood surge with excitement, his eyes blazing with ambition.
“Excellent! A masterful strategy! Tan Yun, continue!”

“Yes, Sect Master.” Tan Yun cupped his fists, his voice firm and resolute.
“To conquer the strong, pacify the land, and bring peace under heaven.”

“I come from the **Huangfu Sacred Dynasty**, so I know well—these sacred dynasties wage endless wars. Weapons clash constantly, and the people suffer endlessly, as if drowning in a sea of misery.”

“When the time comes, our sect can lead its top experts into battle against all powers, unify the Heavenly Punishment Lands, and ensure that the people of every kingdom no longer suffer from war, no longer lose their families, nor see their homes destroyed.”

“In the end, the entire Heavenly Punishment Lands will fall under the sole rule of the **Huangfu Sacred Sect**, establishing firm laws so that civilians may live in peace, and all cultivators will exist under our sect’s governance.”

“And ultimately—the Heavenly Punishment Lands will reach its pinnacle!”

After hearing everything, Tantai Xuanzhong’s eyes shone with aspiration.
“Tan Yun… at such a young age, yet you care for the suffering of the people. Truly admirable.”

“I will carefully consider all your proposals before putting them into action.”

Tan Yun cupped his fists in salute. A strange glint flickered deep within his eyes.

Of course—he truly did care about the people.
But every part of this plan… was also for **his own future**.

He firmly believed—
that one day, he would become the **strongest in the Heavenly Punishment Lands**!

And in the name of the Huangfu Sacred Sect, he would lead the strongest experts of the land to build his own power… to challenge the **Nine Heavens Immortal Realm**!

“To share the Sect Master’s burdens is this disciple’s honor,” Tan Yun said sincerely.

“Mmm… the younger generation is indeed formidable,” Tantai Xuanzhong smiled, waving his right arm as the door to the spirit ship’s deck opened.
“You may leave now. Wait until I return to the sect—then I will make my decision.”

“Yes, Sect Master.” Tan Yun bowed before turning and leaving.

After he departed, Tantai Xuanzhong’s gaze sharpened as he muttered to himself,
“Tan Yun… is no ordinary man.”

“I’ve decided—he is the most suitable candidate to be my future son-in-law!”

“My precious daughter… there could be no better match for her than Tan Yun…”

When Tan Yun stepped onto the spirit ship’s deck, Zhong Wu Shiyao hurried over with a bright smile.
“Tan Yun! Hurry, tell me—what did the Sect Master say to you?”

All eyes turned toward him.

Tan Yun smiled faintly, then without hesitation pulled Zhong Wu Shiyao into his arms.
“Wait until we return to the sect—I’ll tell you then.”

“Hehe, fine.” Zhong Wu Shiyao rose on her toes and whispered into his ear,
“Back at the Eternal Immortal Sect, you said you obtained a treasure. I’m really curious—what is it?”

Turning his back to the others, Tan Yun held her hand tightly with his left hand.
His fingers moved swiftly, tracing **4 words** onto her palm—

**“Eternal Divine Sword.”**

In an instant, Zhong Wu Shiyao’s slender body trembled. Her beautiful eyes widened in shock.

Her expression filled with both astonishment and excitement… so captivating that it was impossible to look away.