As a result, FahaI and Shaolin no longer held a position of advantage.
Any further conflict would no longer be a simple matter of right or wrong.
Meanwhile, the crowd observed this scene.
While some admired Nangong, everyone secretly hoped FahaI would make a move.
Once FahaI acted and Shaolin intervened, Shaolin would no longer be on the side of justice.
Not only would the reputation of a thousand-year Legacy be ruined in an instant, but they would also be abandoned by morality.
The various Schools and factions would no longer hold Shaolin in awe.
Ultimately, there were only two paths to take.
First, Shaolin would lose its transcendent status and could no longer stand at the Peak of the Jianghu.
Second, Shaolin would simply throw caution to the wind and become a branch of the Demonic Path.
In short, as long as FahaI and Shaolin made a move, their status would vanish into thin air.
Their thousand-year reputation would also collapse instantly.
On the surface, there seemed to be no substantial loss.
But public opinion is a sword that kills without drawing blood!
While a Celestial Being was still present, they might be able to stabilize the situation.
But what if the Celestial Being fell?
Shaolin would rapidly slide into an abyss of public scorn.
Its thousand-year Foundation would ultimately crumble overnight!
Taixu and The Four Divine Monks heard Zhang Sanfeng's words and already sensed trouble.
Indeed, he was so difficult to deal with!
The Great Masters immediately frowned, their expressions grave.
For them, making a choice was not easy.
FahaI gave a wry smile.
Even the wisest can err.
Despite a thousand plans, he had still overlooked one step.
In the end, it was due to insufficient strength.
If he truly possessed the power to overwhelm the heroes, what would it matter if he overthrew the Wudang Mountain School today!
He took a deep breath and stepped forward without hesitation, facing Zhang Sanfeng directly.
"What do you want to do!"
Taixu noticed his action and immediately stopped him with a shout.
Once FahaI made a move, the matter would no longer be a personal grudge.
Because he was not just FahaI; he was also the Shaolin Sect Leader's Disciple!
Every move and every stance represented Shaolin's position.
If he took action, it would inevitably involve the entire Shaolin and Wudang in a confrontation!
This would shake the Jianghu and destabilize the Foundation of morality!
FahaI looked at Taixu, a slight smile on his lips.
"Master, you should know me."
"I am naturally uninhibited and habitually mischievous; I caused you many headaches when I was on the mountain."
"I am not suited to be a monk. So, I wish to return to secular life."
"Although it's sudden, this is my heartfelt choice."
Only then could Shaolin avoid being embroiled in it.
This was the only way out he could think of.
No sooner had he spoken than he was by Nangong's side.
"You..."
Nangong's heart trembled. She understood that with FahaI's words, he would lose Shaolin's protection.
Without Shaolin as a backing, how could Wudang easily let him go?
FahaI, however, took her hand and smiled calmly.
"There's no reason for a woman to stand in front."
"Am I still a man or not?"
Seeing this scene, even those in the Jianghu who hated FahaI were moved.
This courage alone was worthy of respect!
Was he going to face Zhang Sanfeng's wrath alongside Nangong Pu She?
Although both were Prodigies, exceptionally talented, and even capable of fighting beyond their level.
But the gap between them and Zhang Sanfeng was like heaven and earth, incomparable.
They were no match for him!
How would Shaolin respond? Would they just watch him go to his death?
Zhang Sanfeng smiled; his goal had been achieved.
This was a dilemma.
Either Shaolin would be implicated, its thousand-year reputation disgraced and abandoned by the world.
Or Nangong would be abandoned, but FahaI's will would be damaged, making a Breakthrough impossible in this life.
The only way to break the deadlock was for FahaI to withdraw from Shaolin.
That way, the conflict would become a matter between FahaI and Wudang, unrelated to Shaolin.
If Wudang couldn't do anything to Shaolin, could it not deal with a lone Jianghu wanderer?
"Since FahaI has left Shaolin and returned to secular life, he is no longer a Shaolin Disciple."
"This old man no longer needs to show Shaolin any respect!"
Zhang Sanfeng sneered, and killing intent surged.
In an instant, the Aura of a Celestial Being swept in all directions, a mighty pressure surging like a tide.
Heaven and earth changed color, and winds and clouds stirred!
Zhang Sanfeng's figure flashed, rushing towards Nangong and FahaI.
"Leave your lives!"
"Atone for your sins!"
What if they had Shaolin backing them!
Shaolin couldn't save them either!
FahaI and Nangong Pu She must pay the price!
If today's events spread, Wudang would not only suffer no damage to its reputation but might even surpass Shaolin!
The Shaolin Abbot and The Four Divine Monks came out in full force, yet failed to take a single person from Zhang Sanfeng's hands.
When such news spread, Wudang would surely become the focus of the Jianghu!
A world-shaking power swept in, vast as a tide, with a magnificent Aura!
FahaI and Nangong's expressions were solemn.
Behind FahaI, golden Buddhist light shone brightly, and a solemn Buddha appeared between heaven and earth!
FahaI held a golden alms bowl in one hand and a Buddhist Staff in the other, his Qi surging and swirling around him!
Nangong, with her twin blades in hand, exuded the Qi of a Great Grandmaster, changing the winds and clouds and altering the color of heaven and earth!
Both were prepared for a desperate battle.
Even if it meant fighting against a Celestial Being, they would not hesitate!
Suddenly, a brilliant golden light pierced through the air, striking the center of the battlefield—Taixu had made the first move!
He forcefully interrupted Zhang Sanfeng's surging attack!
"What... what's going on?"
"Sect Leader Taixu made a move?"
Everyone was stunned.
What did this mean?
FahaI had already returned to secular life, so why would Taixu help him?
Was Shaolin's action too much?
FahaI also looked at Taixu in astonishment.
He had not expected that even after leaving Shaolin, Taixu would still intervene.
"Old man, you..."
Zhang Sanfeng's face was grim, his anger unquelled, as he coldly stared at Taixu.
"Sect Leader Taixu, what is your intention?"
Taixu's gaze was sharp, and he looked proudly at Zhang Sanfeng.
"He returned to secular life, but this old monk did not nod in agreement!"
"Since this old monk is his Master and also the Shaolin Sect Leader, anything not approved by me does not count!"
"Until he receives my permission, he is still a Disciple of this temple!"
"This old monk wants to see who dares to touch him!"
Zhang Sanfeng was momentarily stunned by these words, then his face flushed crimson, consumed by rage.
He had not expected Taixu to be so overbearing, so unreasonable!
He roared, "A dignified Shaolin, engaging in such actions, can it be called a model of the Righteous Path?"
Before his words finished, another voice drifted from afar, responding to Zhang Sanfeng's statement.
"I never thought that the esteemed Shaolin Sect Leader, Great Master Taixu, would openly shield someone wanted by the imperial court!"
The figure had not yet appeared, but the Aura arrived first, the Celestial Being's power surging like a vast ocean, sweeping across heaven and earth!
Vast power spread across the sky, as if a mighty pressure of ten thousand tons descended from the Nine Heavens!
Under the magnificent might, all beings trembled, filled with awe!
A figure slowly descended into the mortal world.
A Celestial Being!
Another Celestial Being!
Another Celestial Being appeared?
Everyone was shocked and at a loss.
In a single day, they had witnessed three Celestial Beings in succession!
Why were these beings, who had long resided at the Peak, now frequently appearing in the Jianghu?
And who was this person?
Judging by his arrival, he seemed not to be allied with Shaolin!
Under everyone's gaze, a person descended from the sky—Zhuge Zhengwo!
Although this person was old, he was full of vitality, dressed in a luxurious robe, with a thin face, a white beard hanging slightly, and eyes as sharp as swords!
He had long been stationed at Six Doors, his authority intimidating the Jianghu.
He himself was also a terrifyingly powerful Celestial Being!
Therefore, a suffocating sense of oppression permeated the surroundings!
That Soul-shaking Aura spread, making many Jianghu individuals present tremble with fear, their legs turning to jelly!
Zhuge Zhengwo's demeanor was solemn, and his Aura was as vast as a mountain!
His eyes were as sharp as knives; when they swept over the crowd, many Martial Forest members lowered their heads, not daring to meet his gaze.