Who could accept others interfering in their affairs?

The way sect leaders like Gu Shandu and Cao Ying saw it, it was only by eliminating Su Yi’s influence over the Great Zhou that they could truly establish themselves as its rulers.

Otherwise, Su Yi’s existence would be like a sharp sword hanging over their heads. No one could predict when it would come slashing down!

The Celestial Prison Demon Court’s demise was the best possible proof of this.

This was one of the reasons why neither the Treasureflame Spirit Sect nor the Thousand Illusions Sect dared act up after setting up in the Great Zhou. 

They were worried that if they did, they’d follow in the Celestial Prison Demon Court’s footsteps!

But if this situation continued, neither sect would be able to tolerate it.

As the spiritual energy of heaven and earth recovered and the curtains gradually opened on a new era, they’d have to expand their territories and build up their forces.

If they allowed Su Yi’s threat to hover over them, it would undoubtedly influence their development!

“Tell me then, Fellow Daoist Gu: how do you think we should handle this?” Cao Ying asked in a raspy voice, his eyes flashing.

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