He Qianyao heard that her father had taken Ding Fan as an Inner Sect Disciple, and her heart couldn't help but skip a beat. Clearly, this meant she was now much closer to Ding Fan, and thinking of this made her face blush.

If other male cultivators heard about He Qianyao's internal thoughts, they would undoubtedly be shocked and extremely jealous of Ding Fan!

At this moment, when the many elders of the Dayang Sect saw that Sect Master He Zenfen announced Ding Fan as a Core Disciple, they couldn't help but be taken aback. They did not expect that the Sect Master would take Ding Fan as a closed-door disciple at this time.

These elders also had a very good impression of Ding Fan. It was clear that the strength Ding Fan demonstrated had already gained the approval of most of the elders. Such an excellent disciple as the Sect Master's closed-door disciple was indeed noteworthy, and Ding Fan would certainly achieve great accomplishments in the future.

Meanwhile, Meng Haotian watched this scene in astonishment, his heart shaken. He never expected Ding Fan to become the Sect Master's closed-door disciple, which was truly a terrible thing for him.

One must know that now that the other had become the Sect Master's closed-door disciple, their status was obviously no longer comparable to that of him as the leader of the Outer Sect Disciple group. His own status was truly insignificant in front of them.

Considering all that he had previously attempted against Ding Fan, if Ding Fan became the Sect Master's closed-door disciple, he would certainly seek revenge against him. With the backing of the Sect Master, dealing with him would be without protection from anyone, given Ding Fan's identity. Being so backed by a powerful figure, who in the sect would dare to provoke him?

If Ding Fan wanted revenge, Meng Haotian feared he would truly be defenseless. Even though his father was the Great Elder of the sect, compared to Ding Fan's status, it was still somewhat inadequate and not impressive.

Initially, Meng Haotian was contemplating how to deal with Ding Fan after the great competition ended. But now he had let that idea go, and even shudders a bit at the thought. A trace of malice showed in Meng Haotian's eyes.

Meng Haotian knew his father seemed to be planning some course of action, but he himself was unaware of what it was. At this time, he couldn't control it, regardless of what action his father was planning, he had only one path to walk, and that was to quickly eliminate Ding Fan. Once the Outer Sect Disciple competition ended and Ding Fan became a Core Disciple and a closed-door disciple of the Sect Master, no matter how powerful, he would be helpless against him.

At this moment, Meng Zihao watched the scene with Ding Fan, also filled with shock, unable to imagine that Ding Fan had become the Sect Master's closed-door disciple. It was a bolt from the blue for him.

But upon glancing at Meng Haotian's expression, he found that the other also had an unpleasant expression. Clearly, Ding Fan was now deeply hated by Meng Haotian.

Compared to Meng Haotian's overwhelming hatred, Meng Zihao was more worried, as he had neither Meng Haotian's strength nor background. Knowing that once Ding Fan became the Sect Master's closed-door disciple, he couldn't help but worry about his own fate.

At this moment, the short Zhang Qiang watched the scene with Ding Fan and He Zenfen, spoke disdainfully:

"Now you want to recruit a disciple. What a pity... After today, the Dayang Sect will be no more! Haha..."

Meanwhile, an Elder beside the old Zhang Qiang heard his words and looked disdainfully at He Zenfen's side, breaking into a smile.

He Zenfen heard their words and let out a cold laugh, saying:

"You think just you few old Separation Stage scoundrels can deal with our Dayang Sect? Don't forget you're still here, even if I don't step in, you'll die without a burial place. You should know our sect array isn't just for show, not something that can be broken easily! Haha!"

"Array? Where? I'd like to see!"

The short elder asked amusingly, then waved his hand to the surroundings, causing a booming sound.

Boom, boom, boom...

Yet amidst all this, there was no reaction around the Southern Square on the plain.

For a strong person to cause such a deafening sound with just a wave, the cultivators below were inevitably shocked. To them, it was evident they had not seen many strong players take action before, and something done so casually by the other party with such a powerful effect left many sect disciple cultivators both shocked and terrified.

Many discerning disciples could already see that these sect masters from outside clearly came looking for trouble, and a large battle seemed about to erupt soon. Their provocative actions were obvious, even if nobody had been attacked yet!

In the Elders' area, the elders of the Dayang Sect all watched this scene gloomily as the actions of the others had challenged their bottom line.

Many elders began channeling their True Qi, protecting themselves, readying for battle at any moment. At the same time, He Zenfen, watching the short Zhang Qiang elder and the other sect masters below, was filled with disdain and fury.

"Haha! I think you are courting death! The Dayang Sect's array isn't something you can activate just like that! Ridiculous!"

"Kill!"

He Zenfen's shout was short and grim, filled with cold decisiveness.

Since the other side repeatedly challenged his bottom line, he saw no room for negotiation.

All he could do was kill them.

To think the other dare to act so arrogantly on his turf within the Dayang Sect, it was nothing short of courting death. He Zenfen did not care at all what sect master the other was.

Even if they were a sect master, in front of the Dayang Sect, they were as insignificant as ants!

He Zhenfen's furious shout caused his momentum to surge significantly, and the sect disciples below couldn't help but look on in shock at this scene.

The Sect's formation is such a powerful existence; it should be known that some sect disciples are quite fearful of this formation. This formation generally isn't activated and is only engaged by the sect master during times of great peril and the presence of formidable enemies. Its power needs no elaboration.

Not to mention experts of the Divided Spirit Stage, even cultivators at the Transcendance Tribulation Stage wouldn't dare to directly oppose it. The formation itself is incredibly mighty, let alone the fact that the Sect's formation has been established for over a hundred years, dating back to the first generation sect master.

It should be known that the ancestors of the sect were immensely powerful beings, and the formation they established is no ordinary one, practically defying the heavens!

Upon hearing He Zhenfen's shout, the elders led by Zhang Qiang couldn't help but feel a tightening sensation in their hearts.

They naturally understood the formidable nature of the opponent's sect formation. Do not mention the Dayang Sect's formation; even an ordinary sect's formation should not be underestimated, let alone the Dayang Sect's.

Yet immediately afterward, despite the anticipation of the crowd filled with unease, there was inexplicably no reaction whatsoever.

At this moment, witnessing what was occurring, He Zhenfen was utterly shocked. How could the formation become ineffective? It was simply too unbelievable!

Equally shocked were many of the Great Elders. Their own sect's formation was supposed to be immensely incredible. Now, how could there be no response? Could it possibly be disabled? This was simply impossible!

The many sect disciples below the stage also could not help but feel shocked upon witnessing this scene. Why would the formation show no reaction at all? It's unscientific!

At this moment, a trace of vigilance appeared in He Zhenfen's eyes, and he immediately realized that their sect's formation had been tampered with. Evidently, these people came well-prepared!

"Haha… The formation has been disarmed, Sect Master."

At this moment, a cold and ghostly voice came from behind He Zhenfen. Upon hearing the voice, many elders immediately turned to look. The elder holding a scepter had a ghostly and malicious smile on his face as he slowly stood up.

The Scepter Elder looked at the crowd with an extremely cold expression, and with a face full of disdain, he continued:

"I disabled the formation. I advise everyone to ally with the Wild Wolf Gang, as after all, this is the most beneficial option for our Dayang Sect!"

Upon hearing the Scepter Elder's words, a short elder Zhang Qiang finally let go of his anxiety, and an evil smile appeared on his face yet again. The other few outer sect masters also relaxed their anxious hearts, smiling smugly at He Zhenfen and the others.

At this moment, the many sect disciples below the stage couldn't help being shocked upon hearing the words of the opponent.

The sect's formation was cracked. To know that the sect's formation existed for resisting strong enemies, now that it's gone, doesn't it mean that even our sect's last safeguard is no more!

At this moment, Meng Haotian and others who saw the Scepter Elder couldn't help but be startled. At the same time, they were thinking rapidly, for the Scepter Elder turned out to be Meng Haotian's father. At this moment, Meng Haotian suddenly recalled what his father had told him a few days ago:

"There will be changes in the Dayang Sect..."

Evidently, Meng Haotian now understood that his father had already defected to the Wild Wolf Gang. Although this situation was a bit shocking for Meng Haotian, it was incredibly advantageous for him. It's known that Ding Fan had already been chosen by He Zhenfen as the Sect Disciple and the coming days would naturally be quite challenging.

Obviously, if the Dayang Sect were destroyed, Ding Fan would lose his backing, whereas he himself, because of his father, would surely thrive within the Wild Wolf Gang. So why wouldn't he rejoice?

Within moments, a very smug smile appeared on Meng Haotian's face.

At this moment, some elders in the Elder's Area looked at the Scepter Elder and couldn't help but feel utter contempt, cursing:

"Meng Zongqing, you traitor! You are simply deceiving your masters and betraying your ancestors, so ungrateful!"

"Do you know the consequences of doing this? Do you think any cultivator within the Dayang Sect will let you off?"

"Despicable old man, a miserable end awaits you!"

...

At this moment, many elders cursed at the Scepter Elder—Meng Zongqing, with utter disdain while gathering their True Qi; several cultivators would have already acted if not for Master He Zhenfen's silence. Such a traitor must be personally slain!

At this moment, He Zhenfen's face turned extremely gloomy, casting a glance at the Scepter Elder. It was unexpected that the latter would betray them; evidently, the Wild Wolf Gang had provided substantial benefits to him.

Though He Zhenfen felt somewhat worried, concerned whether the sect was indeed facing a major tribulation and whether they could overcome it smoothly.

Yet, there was no time for He Zhenfen to ponder these matters, simply staring coldly at the Scepter Elder and said:

"Betraying your master and your ancestors, betrayal to the sect, is punishable by death!"