At that moment, a thunderous rumble came from outside.
Liu Yunshan and Xu Pingqi were startled and hurriedly flew towards the direction of the sect gate.
Upon arriving at the gate, they saw that the area outside was swarming with disciples from Mofeng Sect and Lingyun Divine Sect, who were currently attacking the Protective Array of Sky Heart Sect.
Xu Pingqi swept a glance over the seemingly impenetrable Protective Array with his Divine Sense, his heart stirring with excitement, "This Protective Array truly is formidable." Originally, the Sky Heart Sect didn’t have any Protective Array, and with only the three of them, it wouldn’t have been of much use. Of course, the main reason was that none of them knew how to set up an Array.
Liu Yunshan nodded in agreement, his eyes also filled with excitement and exhilaration. He had never imagined that one day, the Sky Heart Sect would stand in opposition to the Mofeng Sect and the Lingyun Divine Sect and that they would be unable to do anything to the Sky Heart Sect.
"Sect Master, let’s activate the Protective Array," Xu Pingqi was eager to witness the full might of the Protective Array.
"Hmm," Liu Yunshan nodded as he tossed out the Array Flag in his hand.
The moment the main control Array Flag hit the ground, the scenery around them changed dramatically. The sky, which had been clear moments before, suddenly turned into a whirlwind of flying sand and rocks.
The disciples of Mofeng Sect and Lingyun Divine Sect who were attacking the Protective Array didn’t have time to react before they were engulfed by the sandstorm, instantly turning the air into a mist of blood that also dyed the sand a vivid hue.
The new Sect Master of Mofeng Sect and the Great Elder of Lingyun Divine Sect noticed the activation of the Protective Array and quickly retreated.
Looking at the chaos before them with lingering fear, they felt both frustration and a growing wariness towards Sky Heart Sect. They had not expected a sect they once looked down upon to possess such a powerful Protective Array. The two thousand plus disciples they had brought were obliterated without even a chance to resist within the Array.
Regaining their senses, the new Sect Master of Mofeng Sect and the Great Elder of Lingyun Divine Sect exchanged a glance before quickly departing. They were unsure of what level the Protective Array was, but it was clear they could not contend with it.
"That was incredibly strong," Xu Pingqi took a while to come back to his senses.
Liu Yunshan’s face was also filled with shock. He knew Level 8 Arrays were strong, but now he had a direct impression of their power. He was even more hopeful that Song Yan Ning and the others would stay with Sky Heart Sect.
Song Yan Ning had been forcibly asked by Qin Yushen to rest for an entire morning before being allowed to leave the room.
"Elder Song! Elder Qin!" Liu Yunshan and Xu Pingqi, who had been waiting in the courtyard for quite some time, quickly stood up smiling as they saw Song Yan Ning and Qin Yu emerge.
Song Yan Ning nodded slightly and sat down with Qin Yushen in front of the two men, "How many disciples are left from Mofeng Sect and Lingyun Divine Sect?" She had set up the Array and naturally knew that Mofeng Sect and Lingyun Divine Sect had attacked.
"Seven hundred and sixty-eight," Liu Yunshan reported. Those disciples who hadn’t perished to the Array, although they had escaped death, had all sustained varying degrees of injuries.
Song Yan Ning nodded, "Have them join Sky Heart Sect."
"Would they agree?" Liu Yunshan had also thought about recruiting those disciples for Sky Heart Sect, but he felt that they were unlikely to consent. The enmity between Sky Heart Sect, Mofeng Sect, and Lingyun Divine Sect was as deep as the sea, and Sky Heart Sect’s power paled in comparison to the other two. Nobody would be willing to choose a sect that was inferior to their own.
Song Yan Ning took out ten Jade Bottles and handed them to Liu Yunshan, "See which ones are willing to join Sky Heart Sect. As long as they are willing, give each a single elixir."