The Sect Leader's Bizarre Recruitment Chapter 176: Moon Embrace Sect? Troublemakers! Grand Opening of the Mountain Gate! (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 176: Moon Embrace Sect? Troublemakers! Grand Opening of the Mountain Gate! (Part 1)

Chapter 176: Moon Embrace Sect? Troublemakers! Grand Opening of the Mountain Gate! (Part 1)

After the discussion of merits and rewards, the Fourth Elder of the Fire Virtue Sect, along with the other elders, glared fiercely at Huo Kun Lun and the others as if they wanted to devour them.

When they dispersed, Lin Fan spoke to Su Xinghai, "Elder, the grand opening of our mountain gate is approaching. This year, without the Xi Men family's interference, we should expect a significant number of visitors."

"Our Moon Embrace Sect is becoming increasingly powerful. We must prepare for this."

"Rest assured, Sect Master!"

Su Xinghai patted his chest, making it reverberate, "If I can't handle even a small matter like this, I don't deserve this position. I might as well find a tofu stall and end my life!"

"Hahaha, that's a bit harsh."

Lin Fan was in a good mood.

Having overcome another crisis, he could at least enjoy a carefree year!

Moreover, watching the sect grow stronger filled him with the thrill of playing a cultivation game and witnessing its continuous development.

Currently, all five elders had switched to cultivating the Moon Swallowing Divine Skill, causing their cultivation and combat prowess to skyrocket.

The Second Elder had reached the Sixth Realm!

The remaining four elders were already at the eighth and ninth levels of the Fifth Realm, not far from the Sixth Realm.

Among the inner disciples, the strongest had already reached the seventh and eighth levels of the Third Realm.

If the sect could continue to develop, even if Lin Fan and his 'hangers-on' were gone, the Moon Embrace Sect would still be able to stand on its own in a few years!

By then, even if they couldn't defeat first-rate sects, messing with second-rate sects wouldn't be a problem.

"Moreover, this incident has given me a brand new discovery."

"Hmm... it's not entirely new. I should say it's something I've considered before but couldn't verify. Now, I can finally confirm it."

"Crises can be 'hedged'."

"When I first realized that most protagonist templates are village destroyers, I comforted myself that perhaps the risks could be hedged among various protagonist templates."

"This time... should be considered as such, right?"

"The crisis of Great Vehicle Buddhism originated from Su Yan."

"And the Hidden Soul Palace from Xiao Ling'er."

"If either of them came alone, it would be a huge test for the Moon Embrace Sect. But when they appeared together, they ended up fighting each other first."

"Isn't this the perfect validation of my speculation?"

"Of course, the reason this crisis was resolved was because of the Skyward Mirror."

"With the Skyward Mirror, even the Arhats of Great Vehicle Buddhism wouldn't dare to be reckless."

"I wonder... what will the Namo Gatlin Bodhisattva do?"

"..."

Lin Fan felt a bit worried.

But there was nothing more he could do.

He couldn't think of a better solution.

So, all he could do was wait.

...

The little monk and the Eighteen Arhats of Great Vehicle Buddhism returned.

Their expressions were still flustered.

Together, they sought out the Namo Gatlin Bodhisattva to report their experiences.

However, upon seeing that they had returned empty-handed, the Namo Gatlin Bodhisattva was consumed by rage.

"What have you been doing? I asked you to bring back my dear disciple, not to go around chopping off people's heads!"

"Did you ignore my instructions?"

"Ah?!"

The monks, big and small, immediately knelt on the ground, trembling.

"Please calm down, Bodhisattva. We didn't do it on purpose. This journey was filled with unexpected events."

"Please allow us to explain..."

"Fine."

The Namo Gatlin Bodhisattva laughed angrily, "I want to hear it all. Speak!"

"..."

They breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly recounted every detail of their journey, leaving nothing out. They continued, "We never imagined that the Moon Embrace Sect would have such a connection with the Flower Holy Land."

"Even the Skyward Mirror is within the Moon Embrace Sect. This matter is of great importance, and we dare not make a decision on our own..."

"Moreover, we can't even defeat them..."

"If you can't defeat them, why didn't you contact me?"

The Namo Gatlin Bodhisattva glared, "Do I fear the Flower Holy Land?"

The Dragon Subduing Arhat rubbed his shiny forehead and stuttered, "He... he said he has been in spiritual communication with you for a long time."

"Hmm?"

"Have you monks been chanting sutras until you're confused?"

"Go, return immediately and bring back my disciple. If my disciple escapes, I'll skin you alive!"

"Bod... Bodhisattva," the Tiger Subduing Arhat stuttered, "This is too strange. We don't believe it either, but he told us that Lin Fan is the Barrett Venerable."

"And he has a disciple named Artificial Sun Fist Layman..."

"They spoke with such detail and conviction, and we couldn't take it lightly. So, we rushed back to report to you."

"If what they said is false, we will return to punish them immediately."

At this moment, they didn't dare to lift their heads.

They didn't dare to scan their surroundings with their spiritual senses.

Therefore, they didn't notice the Namo Gatlin Bodhisattva's face, which was filled with excitement and a hint of agitation!

"Barrett Venerable..."

"Artificial Sun Fist Layman..."

"Are there two more of our fellow countrymen?"

"And they've already recognized each other and become master and disciple?"

"That's a bit strange."

He muttered, "I've been here for so many years, and I've never found any trace of my fellow countrymen. I even specifically used the name Gatlin and the weapon Gatlin, but to no avail."

"I never expected that as I was about to leave, two of them would appear, and in such a situation, they were forced to reveal their identities. It's quite interesting."

For many years, he had searched for his fellow countrymen with no success.

He had given up, but now, not only one but more had appeared!

At this moment, he felt a sudden urge.

In front of Lin Fan and the others, he pushed aside his attendants and engaged in a heart-to-heart talk, expressing his longing for his hometown and sharing his thoughts and experiences from a modern perspective.

But soon, he suppressed this thought.

"So many years have passed, there's no need to rush things."

"Now is not the time to go back."

He sighed helplessly, yet with a carefree smile.

What's the point of worrying?

After years of cultivation, his heart was as solid as a rock, and only the deepest part of his heart retained a hint of softness.

"Since we're from the same hometown, you should understand this. My obedient disciple is with them, but it's the same. It's just a pity that this set of robes has no one to inherit."

"Don't wait until I'm gone for Great Vehicle Buddhism to become a den of iniquity..."

"Forget it, when I'm gone, what's the point of worrying about this?"

"Besides, there's still some time, perhaps there will be another opportunity to accept a disciple in the future."

"Let's talk about this later when the time is right."

He pondered silently.

Seeing that he hadn't spoken for a long time, the little novice monk gathered his courage and said, "Bodhisattva, what do you mean..."

"What do I mean?"

The Gatlin Bodhisattva narrowed his eyes, "Hmm, I've reconsidered this matter, and I don't blame you. After all, it's related to the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land."

"Go on, then."

"Those two are indeed my close friends whom I've known for a long time."

"In the future, unless necessary, do not target the Moon Embrace Sect."

Is that so?

Amitabha!

The little novice monk and the Arhats were all surprised, their minds filled with tumultuous thoughts.

They had considered many possibilities, but they never imagined that this powerful figure would openly acknowledge this matter.

At this moment, their minds raced with curiosity, wondering what the relationship was between this figure and Lin Fan's group, especially since the two individuals appeared to be only in their twenties.

Could it be...

A reincarnated powerhouse from a previous era?

Could it be... that there's really reincarnation?

...

Inside the Jade Horn Palace.

The Deputy Sect Lord's gaze was cold as he scanned the many guardians and elders present, his expression turning colder.

"You all did quite well."

"Most of the tasks assigned by this Deputy Sect Lord were completed satisfactorily. Even though there was a slight shortfall in quantity, it wasn't a big issue. However, the mission to the Southwest Domain led by Jiu Guardian and others has greatly disappointed this Sect Lord!"

The many elders and guardians looked at each other, all feeling curious.

"The Southwest Domain mission failed?"

"Jiu Guardian and his group went to the Southwest Domain, but they couldn't even complete the mission? Isn't that strange? Among the eight domains, the Southwest Domain is the most chaotic, with countless sects, akin to scattered sand. Shouldn't it be the easiest?"

"Even the mission in the Southwest Domain couldn't be completed, and Jiu Guardian failed in his duty!"

"This Deputy Sect Lord suggests severely punishing Jiu Guardian!"

"He should be stripped of his position!"

Some were surprised, while others took advantage of the situation.

After all, this was a massive top-tier power, with complex internal struggles.

However, the Deputy Sect Lord coldly huffed, "Strip him of his position? No need for that."

"Even the flower drum was taken away, and you still want to strip him of his position?"

"It's not that he failed in his duty, but that he's incompetent!"

The news hadn't been delivered yet.

Therefore, they didn't know what had happened.

But the life talismans of Jiu Guardian and others in the Jade Horn Palace had shattered, indicating that they had already perished! In the demonic path, there's only self-interest and no human compassion.

At this moment, there was no sympathy.

"They're dead?"

The guardians and elders were stunned, then became even more unrestrained.

"They deserved to die!"

"Indeed, they were incompetent."

"Hmph, as the Jade Horn Palace's Gold Plate Guardian, to die in the Southwest Domain is indeed too incompetent."

"They deserved to die. Don't let them shame our sect and become a laughingstock."

"Is it funny?"

A cold and questioning voice echoed from outside the hall.

Everyone turned to look, and they saw the youngest, Li Guardian, striding forward. His breathing was rapid, and his vitality was weak, and momentum takes time and persistence. It seemed like he could faint at any moment, but he was also extremely frustrated and indignant.

"I ask you, is it funny?"

"Hmph!"

An elder rebuked, "Li Guardian, you're just a Bronze Guardian, and you dare to be so presumptuous? Don't forget your position!"

"Indeed!"

"Moreover, you followed Jiu Guardian to the Southwest Domain, but your incompetence led to nearly everyone's demise. They all died, and only you escaped. Do you still have the face to speak here?"

"Even the chaotic Southwest Domain couldn't be handled, isn't that funny?"

Li Guardian's expression turned sinister, like a ghost: "Good, then I'll tell you what's funny!"

"Incompetence is incompetence!"

"Do you still want to argue?"

The crowd scolded.

The Deputy Sect Lord coldly said, "Enough!"

"Li Guardian, tell us, what exactly happened!"

"Yes, Deputy Sect Lord." Li Guardian took a deep breath, forcibly calming himself, and said angrily, "It's not that Jiu Guardian was incompetent! Originally, we had completed almost ninety percent of the mission, and we only needed one more success to fully accomplish and return!"

"A few days ago, we selected our final target and took action on that day."

"Before that, we had made all the necessary preparations, analyzed the intelligence, and used our brains. We had almost everything planned out."

"But, only after taking action did we discover that our plans were ridiculously off!"

"The Moon Embrace Sect?

Everyone was astonished.

The Deputy Sect Lord furrowed his brows, "Continue."

Li Guardian cupped his hands and bitterly smiled, "As for the rest, we were prepared, so we weren't too afraid. But who would've thought that just as we were about to make our move, the Great Vehicle Buddhists arrived."

"Great Vehicle Buddhists?"

Everyone was shocked, and many exclaimed in surprise.

"Why are those baldies here?"

"If it's those baldies..."

"It's not just ordinary baldies!" Li Guardian clenched his teeth. "It's the Eighteen Arhats who have arrived!"

"What will happen when we, the people of Shadow Soul Sect, encounter the Eighteen Arhats of the Great Vehicle Buddhism? There's no need for me to say more, is there?"

"A great battle was about to break out. Jiu Guardian led us in a desperate fight, but in the end, we were no match for them. The Holy Land's foundation was far beyond imagination, and the combat power of the Eighteen Arhats was also peerless."

"We were utterly defeated by the Dragon Subduing Arhat."

"With all Eighteen Arhats attacking, we couldn't even last a single round."

"After that, the various Guardians fought to the death to protect their fellow sect members, but they were poisoned one after another. In the end, only I was lucky enough to escape with my life..."

The Deputy Sect Leader gave Li Guardian a deep look, thinking that this young man was not simple.

They were all members of the Demon Sect, and they were all old foxes with a thousand years of experience. Who could you deceive?

Fight to the death to protect fellow sect members? Hmph.

How come I didn't know they were so good?

When did those selfish and self-interested guys ever fight to the death for their fellow sect members?

The Sect Leader wouldn't dare to dream of such a situation!

But he didn't say much more. Now, the others were already dead, and exposing Li Guardian wouldn't bring any benefits. Moreover, this way, Jiu Guardian and the others would have a 'better' death.

However...

This young man probably 'sacrificed' the others to survive. Such a ruthless and cruel person.

And he's still so young, a good seedling.

He didn't feel anything was wrong.

Ruthless and cruel, sacrificing fellow sect members? Hey, in the Demon Sect, who isn't ruthless and cruel? Those who aren't wouldn't be able to survive in the Demon Sect, let alone become a Guardian. It's a joke!

As for sacrificing fellow sect members, Demon Sect members would swear an oath not to harm their fellow sect members. So, at most, sacrificing means letting others take the bullet. Therefore, it's not something extraordinary.

Moreover, such ruthless and daring individuals are often valued more by the upper echelons of the Demon Sect.

Not just the Deputy Sect Leader.

The other Guardians and Elders could also guess this, but they only glanced at each other without interrupting.

After all, if they were in that situation, they might not have performed much better.

Even if he really betrayed his teammates, so what?

It's not about being afraid of betraying teammates but about not doing it fast enough, which might result in others taking the lead.

This is not right.

Jiu Guardian, that old guy, was like this.

At his age, he was betrayed by this young man, ending up dead and his Dao extinguished. Truly... tsk tsk tsk.

But it's not obvious.

This young Li Guardian is so ruthless and cruel and 'clever' at such a young age. In the future, one must be cautious and wary of him.

"Alright, alright, there were many witnesses back then, and I'm sure news will spread soon. Whether it's true or not, you'll find out in due course."

"Enough!"

The Deputy Sect Lord waved his hand and hummed, "I believe in Guardian Li."

"Moreover, this matter isn't impossible."

"What?!" The crowd was shocked, "Is this matter even possible?"

"How could it be!"

"The Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Mother, how could she possibly go..."

"There's a possibility!" The Deputy Sect Lord interrupted the crowd's words, sounding very certain, and said, "The incident from back then is already over ten thousand years old, it's quite ancient."

"Furthermore, the Holy Land went to great lengths to hide it, so this is also a small secret, and not many people know about it."

"Like enemies, yet also like family, it's quite confusing."

"I don't know what happened between them, but as far as I know, the reason why the Moon Embrace Sect was able to leave a glimmer of hope and not be completely destroyed, is because of the protection of the Holy Land."

"Since the Holy Land has protected the Moon Embrace Sect once, this time, it might not be impossible again."

"But.

(End of Chapter)

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