Chapter 1176: The Island Master's Banquet

A powerful, resonant voice echoed through the air, causing ripples in the void of the backyard.
In an instant, over a dozen elders and protectors appeared at the door, bowing in unison.

"We pay our respects to the Island Master!"

Everyone present was a prominent figure on the island, individuals who could hold their own against other sect leaders. Yet, at this moment, they were filled with awe and fear, not daring to lift their heads.

The tense silence stretched for several breaths, the pressure almost suffocating.

Finally, the commanding voice spoke again.

"Are Lu Renkuang and Guo the Diviner still on the island? And what are the other two sect leaders up to?"

Though the voice carried no anger, it only deepened the fear among the crowd.

The elders at the front responded cautiously, their tones measured and respectful.

"Reporting to the Island Master, Guo the Diviner has not been seen for several days, and there has been no movement from Tong Guihai or the Five Elements Sect."

"As for Lu Renkuang, he has already left the island, and the Mad Blade Heavenly Sect has been disbanded."

Disbanded? In just a few days?

Sa Donglai's eyes narrowed as he stared at the door.

"What exactly happened?"

The elders outside the door dared to continue their report, recounting the events at the Treasure Pavilion and Snow Lake in detail.

Sa Donglai was so shocked that he stood up immediately and sent out a message.

Soon after, Elder Liu appeared at the door, his face pale with fear. He dropped to his knees with a thud!

"Island Master, please have mercy! Please have mercy!"

Sa Donglai stepped forward steadily, his cold gaze fixed on the trembling elder.

"You have been in charge of Snow Lake for nearly ten thousand years without a single mistake. How could you let an outsider fish away hundreds of Dao Transformation Sturgeons this time?!"

Elder Liu kowtowed repeatedly, his prepared explanation flowing smoothly.

"Island Master, please hear me out!"

"This was not due to any negligence on my part! That man named Yi used strange methods to catch so many Dao Transformation Sturgeons. I was truly powerless to stop him!"

"His cultivation is extremely high, and he was accompanied by two sect leaders. Even if I had tried to stop him, it would have been futile. Moreover, their actions clearly indicated that they were targeting you, Island Master!"

"He even said..."

Seeing Elder Liu hesitate, Sa Donglai's eyes turned colder.

"What else did he say?"

Elder Liu kowtowed again, trembling as he spoke.

"After catching over a hundred Dao Transformation Sturgeons, he said that there were even bigger fish waiting for everyone. It seems he won't stop until he has emptied Snow Lake!"

"Island Master, please have mercy! I was truly powerless..."

Sa Donglai's eyes narrowed, his expression darkening.

"So they've allied themselves with an outsider. No wonder they dared to defy me!"

The elders stood frozen in fear, as if a storm were about to break.

Sa Donglai clasped his hands behind his back, his gaze fixed on the southern horizon.

"Fine!"

"If they are so loyal to this outsider, it's clear they have been blinded by greed and no longer respect me. In that case, I no longer need to show them any mercy!"

Hearing the Island Master's decisive tone, the elders felt a renewed sense of purpose.

The atmosphere outside the quiet chamber was charged with tension!

One of the elders stepped forward, offering his advice with utmost loyalty.

"Island Master, that man defeated the Nine Paths尊者 and possesses the skill to catch Dao Transformation Sturgeons. He is no ordinary individual. His cultivation is likely above the fifth rank. We must proceed with caution!"

Elder Liu also scrambled to his feet, eager to show his loyalty.

"Island Master, if I may speak out of turn..."

"That outsider named Yi Feng is indeed arrogant, but we cannot underestimate him. Aside from his fishing skills, his other methods are equally mysterious. Somehow, he has greatly enhanced the strength of those who follow him!"

"Take Lu Renkuang, for example. He fled in shame because he was defeated by Zhao Fuquan, a former elder of his own sect. And Zhao Fuquan's newfound strength is undoubtedly linked to Yi Feng."

"So this man must have some powerful backing, possibly even cultivation beyond the fifth rank. You must be careful, Island Master!"

Sa Donglai nodded slightly, taking their advice to heart. Unlike Lu Renkuang, he was not one to underestimate his opponents.

As he pondered, the old man's eyes gleamed with confidence.

"Beyond the fifth rank, you say..."

"With such cultivation, it's no wonder the other sects are flocking to him."

"But if he thinks he can challenge me, he is sorely mistaken! On Sunlight Island, even a dragon must coil! Xu and Luo think they can rely on him to show off? They're delusional!"

"It has been nearly a thousand years since I last made a move. They have forgotten my power!"

With that, Sa Donglai slowly descended the jade steps, his aura radiating dominance!

"Very well!"

"I will crush this man beneath my feet and make him my servant. This will serve as a reminder to everyone on Sunlight Island who the true master is!"

"It is time to restore order to the island!"

"And those Dao Transformation Sturgeons will be returned to their rightful owner!"

As his voice echoed through the courtyard, an overwhelming pressure erupted, like a waking tiger, shaking everyone to their core!

Seeing the formation patterns faintly appearing around the mansion, everyone quickly bowed in fear!

"The Island Master is wise!"

Even Elder Liu, who had been trembling in fear earlier, now looked on with reverence and pride!

Noticing the elder's unwavering loyalty, Sa Donglai waved his hand and issued a command.

"Elder Liu, you will go and invite that outsider named Yi, along with Xu Baichuan and Luo Pengfei."

Hearing the emphasis on the word "invite," Elder Liu bowed excitedly.

"I will carry out your orders, Island Master!"

"Thank you for your trust. I will ensure this matter is handled flawlessly. I will bring them all here!"

The mansion was the heart of the island's formation. Even a cultivator beyond the fifth rank would find it impossible to escape once inside. The Island Master was clearly planning to personally intimidate those fools!

As he watched the Island Master stride away confidently, Elder Liu's eyes shone with anticipation.

The banquet had not yet begun, but he already felt the thrill of impending vindication. He thanked the Island Master repeatedly before disappearing into a ripple in the void.

Not long after, Elder Liu arrived at the Snow Lake Cottage, smiling confidently as he clasped his hands in greeting.

"Everyone, the Island Master has invited you to a banquet. Please follow me!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Xu Baichuan and Luo Pengfei stood up in shock, their faces tense!

"The Island Master has come out of seclusion?"

They had been enjoying the Dao Transformation Sturgeons for several days, and their cultivation had improved significantly. But the mention of the Island Master still filled them with dread.

Perhaps in a few more days, after eating a few more sturgeons, they might have gained more confidence. But at their current mid-fourth rank cultivation, they stood little chance against that old monster. The invitation to the banquet only deepened their unease.

At this critical moment, Yi Feng stood up with a smile.

"Great! Let's go!"

Xu Baichuan and Luo Pengfei were stunned. They quickly pulled Yi Feng aside!