Chapter 0 119. Let’s Go Quickly
In the mountains and forests, rolling spiritual energy churned with thunder and lightning, clouds surged and erupted. The power was vast and magnificent, having long attracted the attention of many nearby cultivators. However, not one dared to rush forward recklessly at this moment to get a clear view of the scene.
A moment later, the bizarre and eerie Dharma Aspect of the “Half-Body Buddha Born of Lotus,” including the solemn golden lotus, gradually dispersed.
The battle just now, with this strange Dharma Aspect, had surprised everyone. Chan Master Miaoyin, who usually kept a low profile, had suddenly unleashed such terrifying strength, absolutely capable of ranking among the strongest Dharma Aspect True Persons in the Cultivation World.
Afterward, Tang Simin, her delicate face icy cold, trembled all over. Her blood-stained eyes suddenly regained clarity and tranquility.
Staring fixedly at the mess before her, then looking at Zhao Xinting beside her, Tang Simin finally asked, “Did I do all this?”
The throng of cultivators, who had been arrogant and outnumbered their opponents just moments ago, were now all lying in pools of blood, their fates unknown, except for two or three who were still standing and shouting their surrender and allegiance.
Zhao Xinting hesitated for a moment and said, “I know Saint Aunt would never wish to kill, but this time there were reasons. Furthermore, you were influenced by the ‘Half-Body Buddha Born of Lotus’ Dharma Aspect, so it can actually be considered that the person who struck with thunder was not Saint Aunt.”
“No, it was me. Xin’er, I will not evade, nor will I be pedantic.”
Tang Simin said calmly, “The ‘Half-Body Buddha Born of Lotus’ did not make me bloodthirsty. It merely revealed the most original Tang Simin, simple and direct like a wild beast. It is precisely because I don’t want to lose to my unrestrained nature that I joined Buddhism, using Buddhist teachings, art, and reason to restrain myself.”
“Rather, this nun is very grateful to the ‘Half-Body Buddha Born of Lotus.’ As the last line of defense, it has always allowed me to protect what I cherish…”
Tang Simin’s words were cut short. Suddenly, her delicate body went limp, and she collapsed into Zhao Xinting’s arms.
Zhao Xinting’s expression changed slightly. He gritted his teeth and said, “What kind of Dharma Aspect is this? It actually backfires on its master so severely. Could it be related to my ‘Wutian’ Dharma Aspect?”
With that, Zhao Xinting immediately scooped up Tang Simin. He looked at Qin Gou and said solemnly, “Master, Xinting must take Saint Aunt back to Senluo Mountain to heal immediately.”
Qin Gou nodded without hesitation. In the next second, including Yan Qiaoyun beside him, Zhao Xinting and the others were instantly enveloped in a dazzling purple light and vanished without a trace.
Immediately after, Ren Su gave an order, and the many Ren Clan demons behind her all acted together, capturing the remaining cultivators.
“Who exactly is it, that dares to put a bounty on my Abyssal Ancient Race so openly in these times, not even sparing the non-combatant juniors below the Hidden Weapon Realm! I will handle this matter entirely. I will investigate thoroughly!”
“You are Jia Ren?” Qin Gou instantly judged from her tone and the wisp of dark light lingering in her palm.
Apart from one or two days each month, Ren Su could also awaken the slumbering Demon Lord Jia Ren when summoning her Natal Spirit Tool or Dharma Aspect.
“Indeed.” Jia Ren nodded slightly, very frankly.
“It’s fine to leave these villains to you, but… didn’t Jia Ren tell Xiao Su herself before that she would never appear before me again in this lifetime?” Qin Gou said with a faint smile.
“That was just a lie to a child. You actually believed it?” Jia Ren’s lips curled slightly, and she squeezed out while very pleased, “I never knew before that Zhenyu was such a simple and naive man.”
After speaking, the genuine demoness led her subordinates and left proudly and in high spirits, without looking back.
Qin Gou’s mouth twitched fiercely. No matter what was said, you always had a reason!
“Father.”
At this moment, Qin Yuan suddenly cupped his fists and said, “The Falling Prison Stele… Godmother has invited us to go together to the natural blessed land where she was nurtured to seek opportunities. According to Godmother, that blessed land is extremely mysterious, with many hidden treasures. Even she has never managed to fully grasp them all. You should come too.”
“No problem, but has the selection for Duoyu been strictly finalized? Can I bring a few more people with me?”
“Godmother said that if they are trustworthy people, the more the better.”
“Alright then.” Qin Gou nodded with a smile. “In that case, you, Xiao Yan, and Tang N can go first. Father will catch up shortly.”
That evening, Xiao Qin, Xiao Yan, and their family were reunited and happy.
Qin Gou kept hinting to Tang N that she must behave herself recently when following Xiao Yan and her older sister A’Yuan, otherwise the fatherly love this little jinx would receive would be very heavy. He wondered if this little bane understood!
The next morning, Qin Gou was ready to depart.
Yi Chengying, with great tacit understanding, also got up early and waited by Qin Gou’s door, softly asking, “Lord Qin, where are we going?”
…
Das, Sword Questioning Sect.
This time, the person personally welcoming Qin Gou and Yi Chengying was the current Sect Master of the Sword Questioning Sect, Xia Luyin.
“Sect Master Xia, long time no see.” Qin Gou said with a smile.
Xia Luyin was also very enthusiastic and respectfully cupped his fists. “This junior welcomes Celestial Master Qin. Senior, I hope you have been well.”
Qin Gou waved his hand, signaling him to dispense with the formalities. “Sect Master Xia should know my intentions?”
Xia Luyin immediately looked ashamed. “Previously… I ordered everyone in the Sword Questioning Sect to strictly prevent Yuan Zhen from leaving the sect. That Shen Hao Secret Realm… due to the oath made by our patriarch back then, the situation of our Sword Questioning Sect members within the Little Profound Realm is indeed too passive!”
“I understand. Sect Master Xia, as someone who has experienced the Shen Hao Secret Realm, you naturally have many considerations. In fact, I had already guessed this, which is why I deliberately let her return.” Qin Gou waved his hand, saying easily, “What I want to know now is, where is Li Yuanzhen?”
“I’ll lead the way.” Xia Luyin thought for a moment and then said, “Celestial Master, this junior has a presumptuous request.”
“Speak.”
“This junior understands that Celestial Master Qin has come this time intending to lead Yuan Zhen out to gain experience and travel the world again. However, that child has a naturally clear sword heart and is kind-hearted. She also places great importance on the interests of the sect. She saw the Sword Questioning Sect being overshadowed at the previous Allied Sects Gathering because the chief disciple was absent… Therefore, this time, I hope Celestial Master will show more respect for Yuan Zhen’s own wishes.”
Xia Luyin said solemnly, “In these troubled times, if Yuan Zhen is not willing to leave the sect for now, please also grant her request, Celestial Master.”
In short, his words conveyed that he hoped the model of the righteous path in Das, the Righteous Valor Fairy Li Yuanzhen, this golden signboard of the Sword Questioning Sect, could remain. Although it might mean missing some opportunities, it was much safer than following a ruthless person like Qin Gou, who could break into the Shen Hao Secret Realm so casually!
“Of course.” Qin Gou nodded decisively. “But since Sect Master Xia would say that, you must have already spoken with Li Yuanzhen in private?”
“Although I haven’t received a definite answer, this junior believes that Yuan Zhen has her own considerations in her heart.” Xia Luyin smiled confidently.
A moment later, that familiar elegant and ethereal figure appeared before Qin Gou again. She was holding a wooden sword, meticulously instructing the many junior disciples beside her in their cultivation.
“Yuan Zhen.” Qin Gou walked up with a smile and asked as if making casual small talk, “What have you been busy with these past few days?”
Upon hearing this, Li Yuanzhen was first stunned, then turned around and looked Qin Gou up and down, spreading her hands. “Sect Master ordered this nun to guide the disciples in swordsmanship more when I have free time. After all, as a sacred disciple of the sect, the capable should do more. I myself have gained a lot and find it quite interesting.”
“Can you stop for a moment? The Sword Questioning Sect has more than one sacred disciple, but I only have one Li Xiaogou by my side.” Qin Gou asked slowly.
At this moment, he truly did not know if the little gambler, whose eyes were filled with loss back then, had forgiven him.
*Crack.*
However, in an instant, Li Yuanzhen casually threw away her wooden sword.
“A’Qin, are you being so sentimental? I can’t wait… Let’s go, quickly!”
Li Xiaogou’s eyes were mischievous and bright, and a long-lost knowing smile bloomed at the corner of her mouth.
Beside them, Xia Luyin’s blood pressure instantly surged.
