For the first time, the Sans Demon Cult appeared in the eyes of many ordinary disciples.
They began to collect information about the Sans Demon Cult, asking about Fang Chen and what had happened in the Cang Kingdom.
In the end, they found nothing.
The Sans Demon Cult was too mysterious, and there was very little information circulating in the outside world. Very few people knew of their existence.
Even the higher-ups of the Heaven-Defying Alliance avoided talking about it.
A few days later, the disciples stopped talking about the Sans Demon Cult and focused their attention on Fang Chen.
He was once a proud son of heaven. As soon as he entered the Heaven-Defying Alliance, he defeated the new disciple Yintong and Lin Ye.
"What a pity. Senior Brother Fang has unparalleled potential. He stepped into the Saint Realm, and even reached the third level in one step. Now, his Source Star has shattered."
"Yes, the Source Star is too important for a Saint Realm warrior. Once it shatters, the path of cultivation is almost over. No one can reform it."
"Back then, he defeated Yintong with one punch and Lin Ye with one sword. He was in high spirits and was called the strongest among the new disciples. Now, he has become like this?"
Everyone sighed. Of course, there were some who gloated.
Among them were Lin Ye and Yintong.
Now, both of them had stepped into the Saint Realm. Although they were not as monstrous as Fang Chen, their combined strength was not weak.
Lin Ye even thought that his strength was enough to challenge Fang Chen.
Time passed. Since Fang Chen's Source Star shattered and he was brought back to the Heaven-Defying Alliance by the Sky Sword Peak Master, he had been cultivating in the cave and never came out.
Everyone was guessing whether Fang Chen had given up on himself because he couldn't bear such a heavy blow.
One day, at the foot of Juyuan Mountain, in Lin Ye's cave.
Lin Ye, dressed in white, was sitting on a stone bench. Beside him was Fairy Zixiu.
"Brother Ye."
Fairy Zixiu was a little puzzled. Lin Ye asked her to come here. Why did he not say a word?
At this moment, there was a knock on the door.
Lin Ye's gaze fell on the door. Fairy Zixiu got up and walked to the door with light steps. She opened the door.
She saw Yintong and a large group of new disciples.
"Fairy Zixiu."
After greeting Fairy Zixiu, Yin Tong and the others walked straight to Lin Ye.
"Senior Brother Lin Ye."
Yin Tong said with a hint of excitement in his voice.
Ever since he was defeated by Fang Chen, he had been preparing for revenge. Now, the opportunity had finally come.
"The Sky Sword Peak Master said it himself. One of that guy's Origin Stars shattered."
Yin Tong grinned and said, "Humph. Even if his potential is unparalleled and his Yin Yang Energy is unprecedentedly powerful, so what?
In the end, didn't he still end up in such a miserable state? "
Within the cave, countless disciples agreed. They all chose to stand on Lin Ye's side.
"Senior Brother Lin Ye, ever since Fang Chen became the new chief disciple, he has been hogging a lot of resources. The resources we have received are pitifully little.
Now that he has been crippled, senior apprentice-brother Lin Ye should replace him and become the new lead disciple. "
The chief disciple received more cultivation resources than the average disciple.
Moreover, the chief disciple had the right to prioritize the distribution of cultivation resources.
Therefore, many disciples hoped that Lin Ye could become the lead disciple again. That way, they would be able to receive more resources.
"In just one month, most of the new disciples have already joined senior apprentice-brother Lin Ye's side. Only Mad Blade Li and Princess Tianqin from the nine regions are on his side."
Everyone chimed in one after another, denouncing Fang Chen.
Yin Tong stared at Lin Ye.
"You'll be in charge of this battle."
Finally, Lin Ye spoke.
"Don't worry, senior apprentice-brother Lin Ye. I won't let everyone down."
…
On the ninth step of Origin Gathering Mountain, in the eighth cave residence.
After half a month of recuperation, Fang Chen finally woke up.
However, his body was still extremely weak.
"Cough, cough!"
The Sword Qi around him suddenly dissipated. His throat moved, and he coughed up a mouthful of blood.
Fang Chen's forehead was covered in sweat. He lay on the ground, panting heavily.
"Senior Brother Fang."
Mad Blade Li hurriedly walked over and helped Fang Chen up.
"Your injuries haven't healed. You can't use the power of the origin."
He had just entered the Saint Realm and had already formed five origin stars. This was considered outstanding in the Dao Palace.
If he hadn't been killed by the Cang Emperor, his future would have been limitless.
But now, one of his origin stars had shattered. The remaining four couldn't be continued. He couldn't use the power of the origin in his body at all.
"Bang!"
Fang Chen punched the ground. "The origin star shattered. I'll just continue to form more. I, Fang Chen, have encountered countless setbacks in my life, but I have never fallen."
"What's the big deal about a mere origin star shattering?"
Fang Chen refused to admit defeat. "Others can't do it, but that doesn't mean I can't do it."
After a long while, Fang Chen finally calmed down.
Princess Tianqin walked over and whispered, "Recently, Lin Ye and Yintong have been very active ever since they learned of your situation. They've won over most of the new disciples, trying to force you to hand over the position of the chief disciple."
"Fang Chen, get out here."
At this moment, a series of curses that contained the power of origin reverberated above Origin Gathering Mountain.
After Fang Chen heard it, his face darkened. He clenched his fists so tightly that they creaked.
"Trash, you don't have the right to be the chief disciple of the new disciples. If you know what's good for you, quit."
Princess Tianqin and Mad Blade Li were furious. Before Fang Chen was crippled, they didn't care about him at all. Now, they were adding insult to injury.
Creak!
Mad Blade Li couldn't take it anymore. He rushed out of the door and shouted.
"Who was it that severely injured Yintong with one punch?
A loser dares to yell in front of Senior Brother Fang. You're courting death. "
"Mad Blade Li, I think you're the one courting death."
Yintong held back her anger.
"The position of chief disciple belongs to those who are capable. Fang Chen's origin star has shattered. His cultivation path has been cut off. It's a waste of resources to continue occupying the position of chief disciple."
Yintong said, "Moreover, when he defeated me, I said that one day, I, Yintong, would come for revenge. Now, the time has come."
"Despicable and shameless."
Princess Tianqin's face was cold.
Yintong had the audacity to say such high-sounding words in front of all the disciples. She was really thick-skinned.
"What?
Are you scared?
Are you going to be a coward forever? "
Fang Chen's cave abode was on the ninth step. They weren't qualified to go up, so they could only use provocation.
"Get out. Senior Brother Fang has no time to deal with small fries like you." Mad Blade Li closed the door after saying that.
At the square below Origin Gathering Mountain.
Many disciples looked at each other, waiting for Yintong's order.
"Senior Brother Yintong, Fang Chen must know that he's no match for you, so he doesn't dare to come down."
"If he keeps hiding in the cave abode, we can't do anything to him."
"Damn him."
Everyone said angrily.
"Keep scolding. I'd like to see how long this guy can endure."
…
Three days. Yintong and the others cursed at the foot of Origin Gathering Mountain for three days and three nights.
In the eighth cave abode on the ninth step, Princess Tianqin and Mad Blade Li couldn't stand it anymore. They wanted to rush out several times, but they were stopped by Fang Chen.
Whoosh!
On this day, Fang Chen suddenly got up and strode to the door.
Creak!
The door opened, and Fang Chen strolled out with his hands behind his back, looking down.
"Bastard, you finally dare to show your face?"
Facing Fang Chen, Yintong wasn't afraid at all. She mocked him coldly.
"I, Yintong, now officially challenge you as the chief disciple. If you lose, give up the chief disciple position and get out of the Heaven-Defying Alliance."
Fang Chen's gaze swept across the disciples.
Then he said softly, "You used to respect me as the chief disciple.
But now, you want me to give up the chief disciple position?
Is it because my origin star has shattered? "
Everyone lowered their heads, feeling a little ashamed.
"Cut the crap. Either accept my challenge, or give up the chief disciple position."
Yintong said impatiently.
He didn't give Fang Chen any more choices. He forced Fang Chen to give up the chief disciple position.
"Do you know what I experienced in the Cang Kingdom?"
Fang Chen shrugged and asked.
Everyone was silent. Fang Chen continued, "You dare to come here and threaten me without even knowing the truth?
Who gave you the courage? "
"Humph, don't scare me with the higher-ups. Challenging the chief disciple is the rule of the Heaven-Defying Alliance. I, Yintong, didn't break the rules."
Kaboom!
However, as soon as Yintong's voice fell, a thunderous sound came from the distant sky.
Then, the petals fell, and a beautiful figure appeared out of thin air.
"Which one of you dares to bully Fang Chen?"
The delicate voice echoed in the sky above Origin Gathering Mountain.
Everyone looked over and was surprised to find that it was Lou Lanxi, a senior disciple of the Ye Clan.
"Miss … Lou Lanxi?"
Yintong was also a little surprised. She didn't expect Lou Lanxi to come here.
"Miss Lou Lanxi, may I ask what brings you here?"
"Humph, didn't you want to challenge Fang Chen?
I'll fight in his place. You can fight as many people as you want. I'll take them all, "Lou Lanxi said coldly.
She wore a black dress, outlining her perfect figure. With the cold aura emanating from her, she looked like an ice goddess.
She turned to look at Fang Chen, who didn't move.
"Miss Lou Lanxi, you've misunderstood. We're not threatening Fang Chen. Now that his Origin Star is broken, his strength is greatly reduced. He's no longer qualified to be the chief disciple …"
Lou Lanxi waved her hand and interrupted him.
"It's not up to you to decide whether he's qualified or not.
Get out. I don't want to fight today. Don't let me see clowns like you in the future. "
Lou Lanxi released a terrifying aura that swept across the sky and earth.
Seeing this, Yintong kept retreating, her expression changing.
"Miss … Lou Lanxi …"
He wanted to say something, but seeing Lou Lanxi's expression, he hurriedly turned and left.
Lou Lanxi was a senior disciple and the granddaughter of Yunluo Peak Master. Yintong didn't dare to offend her.
Seeing Yintong and the others leave, Fang Chen's lips curled up into a cold smile.