Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist's return to his cult, where he impresses everyone with his proficiency in the Ninefold Demonic Sword Technique. He's then persistently followed by the fifth disciple, Seoyoon, who seeks to understand his rapid advancement in martial arts. Meanwhile, the protagonist plans an alliance with the Ice Palace, aiming to bolster his position as a potential successor to the cult, despite the potential for this to interfere with his other plans.