“Enough, enough,” Wu Yazi sighed softly, his expression forlorn. “It’s fine if you don’t become my disciple.”
“But I don’t have much time left. I hope you will grant me one request.”
“Please, Senior, speak.”
“Help me revive the Xiaoyao Sect.”
Though the Xiaoyao Sect was low-key, it was a renowned orthodox sect.
His Master had entrusted this sect to his hands, yet it had gradually declined under his stewardship, with its disciples scattered.
This matter had always been a pain in his heart that he could not let go of.
He had only one wish: that Fahai could revive the Xiaoyao Sect.
Fahai nodded solemnly.
“Good!”
He was determined to acquire the Xiaoyao Sect.
Although the Xiaoyao Sect now only had its name, one of its branches—the Vulture Palace, led by Wu Yazi’s Senior Sister, Tianshan Tonglao Wuxingyun—was still a force not to be underestimated.
It was recorded in the books that after Xuzhu received Wu Yazi’s Legacy, it was by virtue of the Sect Leader’s ring that he gained Tianshan Tonglao’s recognition and was able to take over the Vulture Palace.
Under the Vulture Palace, the Thirty-Six Caves and Seventy-Two Islands all obeyed its command.
More importantly, the Vulture Palace also had the Nine Heavens Nine Divisions and four personal maidservants—Mei, Lan, Zhu, and Ju—all of whom were peerless beauties.
Fahai, of course, would not ignore these resources.
Moreover, it was only a matter of time before he would return to secular life.
Once he returned to secular life, establishing his own power was imperative.
The Vulture Palace could serve as the Foundation for his future development, saving both time and effort.
Seeing him agree, Wu Yazi immediately began to impart his cultivation.
Seventy years of accumulated profound Internal Energy, with Wu Yazi’s warm palms, slowly flowed into Fahai’s body, coursing through all his Meridians.
Meanwhile, outside the Wuliang Jade Cave.
Seeing that Fahai had already entered the cave to seize the initiative.
Ding Chunqiu was furious.
“Su Xinghe, today you are doomed!”
The Opportunity he had dreamed of for decades was snatched away by Fahai.
How could he tolerate it? His heart felt as if it were being cut by a knife!
“Everyone, please do your best!”
“Otherwise, this Opportunity will fall into the hands of that bald young monk!”
Wanwan’s willow brows shot up, and she coldly rebuked, “Despicable!”
“This is the young Master’s good fortune.”
“Where did this wild girl come from, daring to interfere?”
Someone tried to make a move but was stopped by Wanwan.
Her aura surged and churned around her.
That person’s eyes almost popped out of his sockets, his face filled with astonishment.
“What?!”
“Grandmaster Realm! She’s a Grandmaster?!”
As soon as the words fell, all the heroes were shocked, their gazes sweeping over Wanwan.
This young girl, not very old, was actually a Grandmaster?
What exactly was her identity?
“So what if she’s a Grandmaster?”
Ding Chunqiu snorted coldly, striking Su Xinghe with a heavy palm.
“Even if you are a Grandmaster, you won’t escape death!”
Ding Chunqiu was determined to get what was in the cave; anyone who dared to block him would be killed without mercy!
“Old poisonous fellow, it’s not yet known who will live and who will die!”
Wanwan showed no weakness, engaging Ding Chunqiu in battle.
Though young, she was already in the Grandmaster Realm and hailed from the Demonic Yin Kui Sect, so her strength was not to be underestimated.
The two fought fiercely, evenly matched for a time, with no clear winner.
The others took the Opportunity to rush towards the cave entrance.
This chaotic moment was the best time to fish in troubled waters!
Just then, two figures descended from the air.
“Sorry, but this is as far as you go.”
Lu Xiaofeng and Hua Manlou stood at the cave entrance, blocking everyone.
“You two, are you also protecting that Demon Monk?”
The Jianghu people looked displeased, staring at Hua Manlou and Lu Xiaofeng.
“No need for more words, they are all birds of a feather!”
Murong Fu spoke, “Let’s all go together!”
Fahai’s heart was ablaze with fury, wishing he could tear Fahai into ten thousand pieces, so how could he allow him to monopolize the benefits.
He was determined to obtain this Opportunity.
“Let’s attack together!”
Jiumozhi and Duan Yanqing, seeing this situation, unhesitatingly rushed forward, heading straight for Lu Xiaofeng and Hua Manlou.
Murong Fu watched, and seeing so many people fighting alongside him, a sense of pride couldn’t help but rise in his heart.
What if Fahai got the Opportunity?
In the end, it would still be a dead end!
A smile spread across his lips, but it was tinged with distortion and ferocity.
Inside the Wuliang Jade Cave.
Wu Yazi completed the transmission of his cultivation, his face turning from ruddy to pale, and many new wrinkles appearing on his forehead.
His aura suddenly weakened.
His entire cultivation dissipated, and in an instant, he seemed to have aged ten years.
“Young hero, from now on, the rise and fall of the Xiaoyao Sect rest on your shoulders.”
Fahai nodded, “Please rest assured, Senior.”
“Restoring the prestige of the Xiaoyao Sect is my duty.”
Wu Yazi nodded with satisfaction, as if lamenting that he hadn’t misjudged this time.
Having absorbed Wu Yazi’s seventy years of profound Internal Energy, Fahai’s strength advanced by leaps and bounds!
He stepped into the Grandmaster Realm in one fell swoop!
The power within him was boundless.
A power he had never felt before surged and roared through his Meridians!
He clenched his fists, feeling that at this moment, he could defeat Ding Chunqiu with a single punch.
Next, he channeled True Qi into his kasaya and Buddhist Staff, attempting to activate these two Magic Treasures.
At the same time, the Tianlong Tattoo on his body suddenly lit up!
The power of the Dragon erupted!
The kasaya protected him, and the Buddhist Staff broke through enemies!
After donning this set of equipment, Fahai’s combat power was immeasurable!
Especially with the improvement of his cultivation, he could unleash the true power of the two divine artifacts.
He had a faint feeling: at present, below the Grandmaster Realm, no one could defeat him!
Having just entered the Grandmaster Realm, he had already become invincible!
It’s lonely at the top!
There was also one crucial point.
Although Wu Yazi had infused him with seventy years of cultivation, he had not yet fully absorbed it, having only refined a portion.
The rest still lay dormant within his body, awaiting its moment.
Once that portion of Internal Energy was completely digested, he could Breakthrough to the Great Grandmaster Realm!
Becoming a pivotal figure in the Martial Forest!
As for the situation outside, he did not yet know.
Fahai still remembered the doubts people had about him before he entered the Wuliang Jade Cave.
Now, it was time to let them see.
Fahai, concerned about Wanwan and the others, did not speak much with Wu Yazi and left the Immortal Cave directly.
Outside the cave.
Ding Chunqiu’s offensive was like a surging tide, forcing Wanwan to retreat repeatedly, a mocking smile on his face.
“Little girl, you dare to speak so arrogantly here, even though your injuries haven’t healed.”
He had thought she was a troublesome opponent.
Who knew she was injured? It was truly a godsend Opportunity!
Ding Chunqiu secretly rejoiced, immediately increasing his power, his attacks becoming even more relentless.
Then, he flicked his sleeve.
A cloud of red powder scattered into the air, and a good amount was inhaled by Wanwan.
It was one of his famous stunt—poison!
Wanwan was already suffering from old injuries, and after this fierce battle, her injuries became even more severe. For a time, she found it difficult to parry and had already been poisoned.
Ding Chunqiu let out a piercing laugh.
“You’ve already been poisoned by me. If you forcefully circulate your Internal Energy, you will die.”
His strategy was clear: seize a target and completely defeat them first. Unfortunately, the still-injured Wanwan became his Breakthrough point.
Seeing this, everyone present showed delight.
The enemy had lost a Grandmaster-level figure; with their strength decreasing and theirs increasing, they held a clear advantage.
Their gazes greedily fell upon the Wuliang Jade Cave, their faces filled with anticipation.
They, too, hoped to gain a share of the secrets of the Zhenlong Chess Game.
Ding Chunqiu no longer paid attention to Wanwan and walked straight towards the Wuliang Jade Cave.
That girl shouldn’t be so foolish as to sacrifice her life just to stop him.
Wanwan bit her lip tightly, her expression resolute: “You are not allowed to disturb the young Master.”
As soon as her words fell, she was about to use a secret technique of the Yin Kui Sect.
Just at this moment.
A warm hand landed on her shoulder, interrupting her action.
“Leave the rest to me.”