Chapter 163: Deterrence
“Sect Master, this Prince Xue Xing and I have a good friendship! Back then, when I was chased by those two scoundrels from Spirit Hall, it was Prince Xue Xing who saved me…”
Dugu Bo explained.
“Oh? Is that so?”
Ling Mo was also stunned for a moment. He was completely unaware of this matter; otherwise, he wouldn’t have deliberately provoked that Xue Xing.
“Then this matter is my fault! Fine, I originally wanted to give him a good thrashing, but since that’s the case, I’ll spare his life for now…”
Ling Mo thought about it and decided to hold off on making a move against Xue Xing for the time being, after all, there was this connection with Dugu Bo.
“I wonder how he offended the Sect Master? Feel free to tell me, and I’ll see if I can smooth things over…”
Dugu Bo was very curious about how Xue Xing and Ling Mo had clashed. The two didn’t seem to have any conflicting interests, did they?
“Heh, this matter is a bit long to explain! A few days ago at the Auction House, I bid against him a bit— just a slight misunderstanding, no need to worry!
Forget it, there are still many things to do next. As for Xue Xing, let him jump around however he wants. The only thing to do now is to cultivate these people…”
Ling Mo waved his hand, not wanting to dwell on the issue with Xue Xing.
However… speaking of which, his existence did somewhat affect Ling Mo’s plan.
Holding off on making a move against him now didn’t mean he would never make a move against him.
“Mm! Seems like that’s the only way…”
Dugu Bo sighed, then continued, “Sect Master, they’ve arrived…”
No sooner had the words fallen than looking down from the Star Picking Tower, a large group of people appeared at the foot of the mountain.
“Go, bring them up…”
The arrival of this group of people completely invigorated the entire Ghost Gate, no longer that eerie and sinister atmosphere.
It had to be said that Dugu Bo’s ability to handle affairs was quite strong. This group numbered nearly five thousand, and more people would arrive one after another.
Among these people, most were students who had just graduated from the Academy.
Only a small portion were people Dugu Bo had persuaded from elsewhere, most of whom had some reputation on the Continent.
After all… a Titled Douluo was an existence revered by ten thousand people. For Dugu Bo to personally invite them, they were flattered.
How could they refuse? Gaining the favor of a Titled Douluo was absolutely a great blessing.
“Let me introduce you—this is… our Ghost Gate’s Sect Master, Ling Mo! A level 58 Soul King…”
Walking to the front of the mountain, Dugu Bo introduced solemnly.
“Greetings, Sect Master!”
Ling Mo looked at these people with satisfaction, feeling very fulfilled inside.
With these people, the next matters would be much easier to handle!
“Very good! From today onward, you are all part of my Ghost Gate. Later, Elder Dugu will introduce you to our sect rules and take you to visit the Ghost Gate’s scenery.
I can clearly tell you that after joining Ghost Gate, no one on this Continent will dare to offend you…
In the future, when you go out for training, you will represent the identity of Ghost Gate disciples.
If anyone dares to bully you, you can return to the mountain gate for help—someone will back you up…”
To be honest, Ling Mo had never experienced such an exciting grand scene before.
Though nervous, it felt great!
Especially seeing them look at you with adoring gazes, waiting eagerly—it was invigorating just to watch.
“Alright, go make the arrangements! From today onward, everything proceeds step by step…”
After Ling Mo finished speaking, he lowered his head and gave some instructions to Dugu Bo.
The Soul Master Competition was still a month away, so in the coming time, he still had a bit of time and couldn’t leave the sect yet.
At least, first draft some detailed sect rules and cultivate their abilities in various aspects.
“Good! I’ll go prepare right now…”
“Come up the mountain!”
Dugu Bo waved his hand grandly, and everyone followed, stepping over the long staircase, each person’s mood very solemn.
Looking at the eerie atmosphere filling the mountain, everyone was filled with curiosity and speculation.
Regarding Ghost Gate, they had heard quite a few rumors during this time.
It was said to be a top sect that could contend with Spirit Hall.
But… after coming up the mountain, they found this sect to be so desolate.
“Perhaps you still have doubts in your hearts. Are you wondering why Ghost Gate is so desolate?”
Halfway up, Ling Mo suddenly turned back and said. He had already noticed some questioning voices among these people.
“Sect Master, isn’t it said outside that Ghost Gate is powerful with countless strong experts? Why haven’t we seen a single person since coming up the mountain…”
An elder walking in front asked. This person was a level 60+ Soul Emperor whom Dugu Bo had persuaded to come.
“Good question! Since you all have doubts, and there’s still time now, I’ll explain this doubt to you…”
With that, Ling Mo waved his hand grandly, and in an instant… countless black shadows burst out from the gorge.
In a moment, the scene was extremely chaotic as everyone looked in terror at the series of changes before their eyes.
“This…”
“What’s going on! Where did these people come from?”
Everyone stared dumbfounded at the scene before them. In an instant… this long staircase was filled with people.
Each one held a Heavy Sword, and an immensely powerful aura instantly pressured them, making their breathing much more difficult.
This powerful armored legion was truly terrifying. Just looking at the batch in front, there were Soul Douluo-level strong experts.
“Sect Master, this…”
The elder who had raised the question earlier said with fear.
He stopped mid-sentence, already frightened by the scene before him.
“Everyone, don’t panic! These people are all from our Ghost Gate!
Weren’t you wondering before why everyone fears Ghost Gate?
These people are what they fear. With them here, no sect would dare to provoke us easily…
From today onward, you are also part of Ghost Gate. I hope… you can grow as quickly as possible.
Our Ghost Gate doesn’t lack resources. As long as you’re willing to put in the effort, I can give you unimaginable resources…”
As Ling Mo’s last words fell, no one raised any more questions.
Just this one top-tier armored legion alone could sweep any sect!
“Alright, take them up! After settling them, come find me at the Star Picking Tower…”
After Ling Mo spoke and saw that he had deterred them, he waved his hand casually, and the Three Thousand Armored Soldiers vanished back into the mountain forest.
Afterward, Ling Mo directly left Yanluo Hall and flew alone to the Star Picking Tower.
The remaining matters could be left to Dugu Bo; Ling Mo’s earlier deterrence had already succeeded.
These people would soon integrate into the sect without daring to have any disloyalty.
After all… with such a powerful legion, moreover hidden throughout the mountain forests, watching you at any time.
Who would dare to cause trouble?
As long as they weren’t fools, they basically wouldn’t easily provoke these Yin Soldiers.
The reason Ling Mo showed them this was precisely to suppress the restless hearts within them.
Or rather, to give them a reassuring pill!
Battles between sects were always brutal! If they couldn’t be made to feel at ease, how could they be willing to give their lives for the sect.
