The Sect Leader's Bizarre Recruitment Chapter 116: Three-Leaf's Opportunity, Entering Spirit Sword Sect, Rao Zhirou! (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 116: Three-Leaf's Opportunity, Entering Spirit Sword Sect, Rao Zhirou! (Part 1)

Chapter 116: Three-Leaf's Opportunity, Entering Spirit Sword Sect, Rao Zhirou! (Part 1)

"Come on!"

Sword Son immediately drew his sword, but Lu Ming stopped him, "Hey, hey, hey, slow down. The battle with Moonseizing Sect just ended, what are you planning to do here?"

"Let's go, let's find a quiet place to fight."

What's the point of fighting here?

That's ridiculous!

Moreover, if I stay at Moonseizing Sect for too long, it's inevitable that people will become suspicious.

Without saying this, but wanting to leave this place, Sword Son nodded and followed Lu Ming's pace, about to depart.

"Hold on."

Xiao Ling'er took a deep breath, took a big step forward, and then handed over a pill and a communication talisman, "Daoist Lu, perhaps it was just a casual act for you, and I have nothing to do with it."

"But in my opinion, I truly owe you a huge favor."

"Currently, I don't have any valuable possessions, only these pills that I can barely offer. Please accept them."

"As for this communication talisman, you can contact me with it. Please accept it as well. If you have any needs in the future, I, Xiao Ling'er, will definitely do my best to help!"

Lu Ming smiled.

"Alright, I'll accept it then."

Xiao Ling'er was instantly delighted.

At this moment, Lin Fan walked over slowly, "Daoist Lu, thank you for this."

"This is the communication talisman from our Sect Master."

"If you need it in the future, Moonseizing Sect can lend a hand once."

"Sect Master Lin, are you being a bit too serious here?" Lu Ming was surprised and took the talisman from him under everyone's gaze.

But in his heart, he was secretly laughing.

Hey, it's not that big of a deal!

It's just a matter of returning a favor, what's the big deal? It's just a show for outsiders, letting them know that Moonseizing Sect disciples and Lin Fan are both people who value friendship and are grateful and reciprocating.

Hmm~

Nothing wrong with that.

Immediately, Lu Ming clasped his fists, "Everyone, farewell for now, we'll meet again in the future."

"If fate allows, we'll meet again in the rivers and lakes, and when we do, we'll drink to our hearts' content."

"Agreed."

Lin Fan nodded with a smile.

Xiao Ling'er gently caressed Three-Leaf, "Grow up obediently."

Then, she dripped a drop of emerald green liquid from her fingertip onto Three-Leaf, which was instantly absorbed. In that instant, it glowed with vibrant green light!

"I don't have many strengths, but I'm slightly skilled in pill refinement. This is the essence of the spirit medicine I refined earlier, a kind of plant essence, I suppose. I think it will be beneficial to you."

All of Three-Leaf's leaves swayed in response.

"It's beneficial!"

"It's incredibly beneficial!"

"The more, the better..."

However, at this moment, even its own muttering was intermittent and incoherent, as if it was drunk or stuffed.

...

After a moment, Lu Ming left with Three-Leaf, while Sword Son departed with five elders of Spirit Sword Sect.

Apart from the two Guardians, the other three elders weren't in a hurry to return to the sect. Instead, they followed Sword Son, curious to see what made this weed so extraordinary that it prompted Lu Ming to challenge Sword Son.

Even if they were of the same cultivation realm, this would still be an insult to Sword Son.

Of course, the premise is that this weed has three to five times Sword Son's understanding of Sword Dao. In that case, they wouldn't find it inappropriate and would instead be astonished by its potential.

After all, a battle between the same realm only suppresses cultivation level, not sword intent or Sword Dao comprehension.

...

Meanwhile, Lin Fan commanded the 'reconstruction work'.

Lian Bo was the first to approach, saying, "Sect Master, this is the loot from the battle with those two major families. It should belong to you."

Jin Zhen frowned.

Well!

You're shameless, Lian Bo!

He even omitted the 'Lin' character and directly addressed him as Sect Master? Disgusting!

As he was scolding, Lian Bo took out two storage sacks, saying, "These are the storage sacks from the two powerful families that were slain earlier. I have a sharp eye and retrieved them."

"They came to attack Moonseizing Sect, so these items should belong to the Sect Master."

Jin Zhen's face turned green.

Shameless! This is truly shameless!

Even Ma Canzhan's expression changed.

Damn it!

Why is this old man so shameless?

Earlier, they did scramble for the loot, but since they were all from the same sect, it wasn't too excessive. After Lian Bo obtained them, they didn't think much of it.

Subconsciously, they felt that since Lian Bo brought these items, he wouldn't keep them for himself but would offer them to the Sect Master?

How dare he!

This is too shameless! If we knew this, we should have fought for them! We should have gone all out!

The two exchanged glances, cursing each other with their eyes.

"Why didn't you think of that?!"

"What about you? You're no different!"

"Pfft!"

At this moment, they felt even more depressed.

...

Lin Fan was astonished, "Isn't this inappropriate? Lian Bo, this is your loot. How can it belong to us?"

"Sect Master, your words are inappropriate," Lian Bo said with displeasure, "I fought for Moonseizing Sect, lived in Moonseizing Sect, and they were attacking Moonseizing Sect. I was just an assistant."

"This item naturally belongs to the sect."

"This is the rule outside."

"Jin Zhen, Ma Canzhan, isn't that right?"

How dare you ask us?

Jin Zhen and Ma Canzhan were furious.

Taking advantage and still acting innocent! Killing and then wanting to punish? How dare he!

But they couldn't deny that the current rules outside were indeed like this. At this moment, it was inappropriate to refute, so they could only agree, "Sect Master, rest assured and accept it."

"Agreed, agreed, the rules outside are indeed like this."

"Since we are in Moonseizing Sect, this loot naturally belongs to Moonseizing Sect."

"Yes, we all have the same intention."

Both of them were also shrewd.

Calling him Sect Master would only make them seem closer.

"Then...?"

"Should I accept it?"

Lin Fan rubbed his hands together, taking the two storage sacks and chuckling, "It's a bit embarrassing to say this, but I'll take them."

"Why be so formal? It's only right and proper for me to accept this!"

Lian Bo waved his hand, his smile widening. "By the way, Sect Master, their sneak attack broke through our Seven Utmost Seven Slaying Array. Now that our Moonseizing Sect lacks a protective array, it's quite inappropriate."

"Leave this matter to me. I'll put in some effort this time and set up a Nine Utmost Linked Array. Even a Fifth Stage Fifth Realm cultivator won't be able to break through the array for a good while!"

That old man, Lin Fan thought.

Ma Canzhan cursed inwardly.

After this incident, Ma Canzhan's attitude had changed.

I've already offended the Moonseizing Sect, so why hold back now?

You keep making moves one after another; you're not even human.

He immediately stepped forward. "I'm quite adept at array formations as well."

Jin Zhen followed closely behind. "Array formations and artifact forging have always complemented each other. We forgers also need to engrave arrays on our artifacts, so we understand them to some extent. We can help with this matter too."

"Not only that, but we can also forge more spirit artifacts and place them in various array eyes to further strengthen the array. Therefore, leave this matter to us."

Lian Bo smiled. "That's great."

"Then let's do it together."

All three of them were smiling.

However, there was a hint of hidden malice in their smiles.

None of them wanted to back down.

"That's wonderful," Lin Fan exclaimed with delight. "As for the materials, I'm not sure what's needed. I'll prepare them as soon as possible."

"I have them, so you don't need to worry, Sect Master," Lian Bo quickly assured him, patting his chest.

"We also have some," Jin Zhen and Ma Canzhan chimed in.

At this moment, they didn't seem like old rivals but rather like close brothers with a strong bond.

"That won't do. What should be given must be given. As the leader of a sect, I can't rely on taking advantage of you all for the benefit of the sect. That's inappropriate!"

"If this continues, what will I become?"

Lin Fan firmly disagreed.

"How about..." Lin Fan changed the topic, "these two storage sacks and their contents as payment for the array formation?"

He handed the two storage sacks back to Lian Bo. "If it's not enough, just let me know, Lian Bo."

"I'll go and get them for you."

"If there's any left, please pass them to Qin Yu as funds for the Scarlet Cloak Guard's development..."

"Good, that's wonderful."

Lian Bo had no objections.

Although he wanted to provide the materials himself, he couldn't force his help upon others, right? If they didn't want it, he couldn't insist on giving it. That would only damage his relationships.

Jin Zhen and Ma Canzhan also had no objections.

After that, the three of them immediately began working through the night.

Meanwhile, Lin Fan went to visit the five elders.

Except for Wu Xingyun, the other four were recovering from their injuries.

Wu Xingyun, on the other hand, was in a state of sword insight!

Sensing Lin Fan's arrival, he quickly stood up and said, "Sect Master!"

Lin Fan sighed lightly. "Today, due to my insufficient strength, I didn't take action, resulting in your severe injuries. I feel ashamed."

"Sect Master, why do you say that?! If it weren't for your wise leadership, would our Moonseizing Sect be where it is today?"

Wu Xingyun was a reasonable person. He spoke solemnly, "If it weren't for the Sect Master, how could we have taken in Xiao Ling'er? Without her, would we be where we are today?"

"Elder Lian wouldn't have stayed."

"Jin and Ma wouldn't have stayed either."

"Without their help, we wouldn't have survived."

"Moreover..."

Wu Xingyun smiled wryly, "Without them, we wouldn't even have the qualifications to face such a formidable enemy."

"We all see your wise leadership."

Then, his expression became even more solemn. "There's one more thing, Sect Master."

"For any sect, the Sect Master is never required to be the strongest, and may not even be a 'strong' cultivator!"

"The Sect Master's responsibility is to lead the sect in the most correct direction and make the most correct choices."

"The Sect Master is also never the one who needs to fight on the front lines in a sect!"

"On the contrary, if a sect requires the Sect Master to personally fight and risk their life, it indicates poor leadership. Such a sect is likely on the brink of destruction."

"So..."

Wu Xingyun took a deep breath. "Please promise me, Sect Master, unless absolutely necessary, never act impulsively."

"Even if all of us old fellows die, as long as there's a glimmer of hope, you must never personally engage in battle!"

"Your importance far surpasses ours. You must not take risks!"

Lin Fan's heart trembled.

Then, he smiled.

"I understand what you mean."

"That's good." Wu Xingyun breathed a sigh of relief.

Lin Fan, however, smiled but remained silent.

I understand what you mean, but... people's hearts are all the same.

You have treated me well, and I will return the favor. If you truly encounter a crisis, how can I turn a blind eye? Additionally, I know that if the main character takes action, it will attract many big and small troubles. Therefore, I asked Lu Ming to pass by and help out, which was the best choice.

Even the transmission of the Ethereal Sword Technique was intentional.

However, I don't know if they can comprehend it.

Lin Fan, changing the topic, said, "Just now, I saw Elder Wu in a state of sword insight?"

"Yes."

Speaking of this, Wu Xingyun became excited. "We were all wrong before. The Eight Trigrams Bloodslaying Sword Technique has already deviated from the true path, becoming a side path!

"The true nature of this sword technique should be the Ethereal Sword Technique!"

"It's just a pity that the Ethereal Sword Technique is too profound and unfathomable. With the help of the Eight Trigrams Bloodslaying Sword Technique, I can now display seven to eight parts of Sword One to Sword Eight."

"For Sword Nine: Cycle, I've barely comprehended five to six parts."

"As for Sword Ten..."

"Currently, I've only comprehended less than three parts. To fully comprehend it, I'll need some time. However, I have confidence that one day, I'll be able to comprehend it all!"

"When Lu Ming took action, I coincidentally entered a state of sudden realization and recorded everything.

"This is great news."

Lin Fan was overjoyed. "It seems I owe Fellow Daoist Lu Ming another favor. I'll have to repay him in the future!"

Indeed, one should repay one's own debts.

After chatting for a while longer and reminding the five elders to rest well, Lin Fan departed.

Meanwhile, at an uninhabited wilderness, somewhere else...

Sword Son suppressed his cultivation to the Second Stage and formed a sword with his finger, facing the three leaves on the stone table. He focused his sword intent and said, "Please!"

"Wow, wow, wow!"

"Finally, I get to spar with a Sword Cultivator. I'm so excited!"

Three-Leaf was thrilled beyond words.

Unfortunately, it couldn't communicate with others, so it could only respond with a weak sword aura by slashing out a faint sword energy.

"You go first."

Sword Son spoke again.

He had his own pride; how could he rush to attack first against a mere weed?

That would be embarrassing!

Three-Leaf didn't care about such things. In its opinion, it was just a weed, so why be polite? It naturally gave it its all!

"Breakthrough and Annihilate!"

As it howled, it unleashed its first attack, combining four swords into one.

However...

The Ethereal Sword Technique it used was slightly different from the one Lin Fan employed.

It was about seventy to eighty percent similar, with the remaining twenty to thirty percent being its own comprehension and 'changes'.

With its sword cultivation talent, achieving this wasn't difficult.

As for who was stronger, even Lin Fan couldn't tell.

But he was certain that these twenty to thirty percent changes made the Ethereal Sword Technique Three-Leaf used even more suitable for it.

The most suitable was the strongest!

"Not bad!"

The four swords combined, and a dazzling green sword aura assaulted its face.

Sword Son's eyes lit up. "With this single sword strike, I acknowledge you, Sword Son!"

"A mere weed can unleash such a sword strike. Given time, it might even establish a formidable reputation. However, if it's only capable of this, it's still not enough!"

He lightly swept his sword finger, and a sword curtain appeared, blocking the incoming green sword aura.

The sword energy was like a stone sinking into the ocean, causing a slight ripple before disappearing without a trace.

"Do you have other means?"

Sword Son crossed his arms behind his back and smiled calmly. "If you can break through my sword curtain, you'll be worthy of my taking the initiative to attack!"

"Wow, this person is so powerful!"

Three-Leaf cried out in excitement, like a mischievous and thrilled child. "But this is just the beginning!"

"Profound Reality Ultimate Void!"

Again, four swords combined into one!

Its second leaf shot out like a sharp sword, and the sword aura shattered the void, its power increasing nearly tenfold compared to before! Everyone was shocked!

Even Lu Ming was taken aback.

"What a fellow! This little guy has watched me kill, and he's grown!"

"And the growth is not insignificant!"

Breakthrough and Annihilate, Ultimate Void, and Profound Reality—these were the techniques from Sword One to Sword Eight.

They could be used individually or in various combinations.

When combined, they could be used in pairs, trios, quartets, or even quintets, sextets, and septets!

If one could perfectly combine all eight swords, it would be Sword Nine: Cycle.

However, these combinations were usually formed in the order of Sword One to Sword Eight. But at this moment, Three-Leaf was reversing the order and combining Sword Five to Sword Eight!

The power surged!

To achieve this level, one must comprehend the Ethereal Sword Technique to an extremely terrifying degree.

Even Lu Ming had only recently taken this step...

Pop...

The sword curtain that had devoured the Breakthrough and Annihilate technique, causing a slight ripple, lasted only for a moment before shattering under the second sword strike. Sword Son's eyes widened.

He quickly made another move, blocking this sword strike.

Although he wasn't injured, he was still shocked and uncertain, no longer as composed as before.

"How is this possible?!"

The five Spirit Sword Sect elders stared intently.

"It can defeat a Third Stage cultivator!"

They came to a conclusion.

This shocked them.

Three-Leaf was just a weed, a mere grass demon, with poor talent and barely at the Second Stage, yet it could defeat a Third Stage cultivator? Its sword cultivation was truly astonishing!

"Hahaha, I broke through!"

Three-Leaf was thrilled.

The four leaves danced in the wind.

Lu Ming stood with a smile, witnessing the little guy's excitement.

This little fellow was undoubtedly a sword-born existence. In front of it, even Sword Son wasn't impressive.

Sword Son, surprised yet excited, said, "Good, good, good! Your sword cultivation has earned my complete acknowledgment. Although your talent is mediocre, it's still worthy of my attack!"

"If you can fight me for dozens of rounds, you might truly be able to defeat the Sun, Moon, and Stars in the future."

"Receive my sword!"

At this moment, Sword Son took the initiative to attack, his sword intent converging as various sword techniques flowed endlessly.

(End of Chapter)

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