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Chapter 313: You Invite the Buddha, I Summon the Great Sage, Carve a Stone and Out Jumps a Sacred Mo
Chapter 313: You Invite the Buddha, I Summon the Great Sage, Carve a Stone and Out Jumps a Sacred Monkey (Part 1)
The night had just turned deep.
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The white snow, stripped of its reflective light, appeared like dark shadows falling from the sky.
The wind howled and roared incessantly.
The carriage crashed through the icy curtain of wind and snow.
Ten paces away, the distance was vast.
Inside the exquisitely decorated Buddha Chariot, a gaze seemed to shine brightly, radiating a dazzling light that seemed to drive away the darkness.
Huang Tuo, who had been lounging lazily like a noble concubine, lacked the solemnity of the Buddha Gate and exuded a sense of reckless abandon.
However, when the carriage left two tracks in the snow and came to a stop, Huang Tuo instantly became alert.
His slender figure sat upright, his neck slightly tilted forward, his eyes like two night pearls, and a smile on his face.
He clasped his hands together, and with the slanted wind and snow, he smiled.
"Amitabha..."
"Mr. Li."
"You have finally come out of your shell."
"I have been waiting for you, and I am nearly driven mad."
Huang Tuo's voice held a hint of restrained excitement.
Indeed...
He couldn't resist provocation.
Having the Qianyuan Dao Lord, Yue Huanglong, arrange for ruffians to spread rumors and stir up emotions in the city was indeed effective.
After all, Li Che was not a sage, nor was he a Buddha without emotions. With the seven emotions and six desires in his heart, it was difficult to ignore the various insults and humiliations, and even harder to maintain a calm and composed attitude.
The Buddha Gate was adept at manipulating hearts.
Although most of the civilians and cultivators in Heavenly Origin Dao City supported Li Che and the divine sculptors of Heavenly Origin Dao City, money could make even the dead move.
Moreover, with the support of the Dao Lord's Mansion in the shadows, it was relatively easy to manipulate public sentiment!
Huang Tuo looked at the carriage ten paces away.
The carriage was quiet, quietly parked in the snowstorm.
On the carriage, Nie Yang and Li Chengzhou, master and apprentice, sat with their swords, heads held high, their gazes sharp, and their sword qi piercing.
On the Buddha Chariot, Wu Gang clasped his hands together, his massive body suddenly swelling like it was filled with air, overwhelming Nie Yang and his apprentice in terms of aura.
Although Nie Yang was an unrivaled grandmaster, Wu Gang was a Martial Saint!
Li Chengzhou's entire body trembled, his face flushed red, and his hands holding the sword shook.
Even though most of the Martial Saint's aura was blocked by Nie Yang, the small amount that leaked out was far beyond what Li Chengzhou could withstand at his current level.
The gap between Li Chengzhou and a Martial Saint was like that between a speck of dust and a ten-thousand-foot mountain.
He was too insignificant.
However, he did not lose his composure, did not collapse, and continued to hold on.
He couldn't disgrace his uncle!
Li Chengzhou's nostrils flared with hot breath, gritting his teeth to persist.
Suddenly, the curtain was lifted, and a long, white hand extended out, gently resting on Li Chengzhou's shoulder, as if an invisible force flowed through his body.
The overwhelming Martial Saint's aura that felt like a mountain pressing down on him dissipated in an instant.
Then, Li Che, dressed in a black robe, with a gentle smile, emerged from the carriage.
"Little Chengzhou, you did well."
Li Che patted Li Chengzhou, encouraging him.
Li Chengzhou's face was filled with excitement.
"Uncle..."
"Uncle, you will definitely win!"
Hearing this, Li Che's face lit up with a smile: "Hahaha, since you said that, I must win."
With that, Li Che stepped out of the carriage.
He stood on the carriage, his tall figure like a spear.
The overwhelming Martial Saint's aura from Wu Gang, which was like a mountain collapsing, wavered slightly at this moment, unable to press down on Li Che at all.
Wu Gang's body was as large as an ox, his eyes like copper bells, his heart trembling as he stared at Li Che.
"This person... has such a powerful will!"
"Is this... the Divine Falcon Demi-Saint?!"
"Even without breaking through to the Divine Embryo realm, a Divine Falcon Demi-Saint has a will far surpassing that of the Divine Essence realm!"
Wu Gang reined in his martial will, as Huang Tuo spoke.
"Wu Gang, don't scare our Mr. Li."
Huang Tuo smiled benevolently.
He had finally forced Li Che to come out. If Wu Gang scared him away, it would be a great pity.
Huang Tuo had long desired Li Che and his daughter Li Nuanyan. If he could convert them to the Buddha Gate, he would surely receive great merit from the Odd Temple of Xiaolingyin Temple!
Li Che stepped down from the carriage, Nie Yang holding his sword and following closely behind, his body bristling with tension, his sword intent resounding.
It was too dangerous!
A Martial Saint and a Divine Embryo with two transformations, Nie Yang had no confidence, but he believed that Li Che, who dared to appear here, must have the confidence.
"I heard... you want to compete in divine sculpture with me?"
Li Che looked at Huang Tuo with a gentle gaze.
Huang Tuo stepped out of the Buddha Chariot, clasped his hands together, and nodded slightly.
"As a Divine Falcon Demi-Saint, how much can you suppress your realm and techniques? Your level and foundation as a Divine Falcon Demi-Saint are there. Is it even proper for you to suppress them and compete with the divine sculptors of Heavenly Origin Dao City?"
Li Che said calmly.
Huang Tuo was not bothered by the criticism, smiling: "It was a last resort. I had to use some means to bring out Mr. Li, as he has refused my challenges too many times."
Li Che stretched lazily and strode directly towards the high platform.
"Come on, it's perfect timing. I've made some progress in my Divine Sculpture technique on the Divine Falcon, so let's see the unique Divine Sculpture skills of Xiaolingyin Temple."
Upon hearing this, Huang Tuo's eyes lit up with joy.
As long as Li Che agreed to the challenge, that was all that mattered.
After completing the Divine Intent Clash phase of the Divine Sculpture, he was confident that he could use the Buddha's will to invade Li Che's mind and make him submit to the Buddha's will!
Huang Tuo also ascended the platform.
The atmosphere around them suddenly became lively!
The commoners and martial artists from Qianyuan Dao City, who had initially planned to leave due to their frustration, were now filled with excitement.
Li Bansheng... made his move!
The Divine Sculpture masters from various major families, who had sensed the situation early on, all rushed over at high speed.
The news spread like a storm throughout Qianyuan Dao City.
Two Demi-Saints of Divine Sculpture were about to showcase their skills and compete!
This was a rare and exciting event! Zhou Tian Shui from the Zhou family, Yun Hai Yang from the Yun family, Gongshu Jingjun from Shendiao Ling, Tang Xiejia, and others all heard the news and rushed over.
Since the high platform was located in the bustling central area of Qianyuan Dao City, everyone rushed over as soon as they heard the news.
Gongshu Jingjun and Tang Xiejia sat in their carriage, their brows furrowed. "Ah Che... why didn't he stay calm and refuse this bald donkey's provocation?"
"The Dao Lord's Manor is behind this, stirring up trouble. The Su family is gone, and Yue Huanglong is planning to ally with Xiaolingyin Temple, using their power to suppress our Qianyuan Divine Sect!" Gongshu Jingjun's face turned cold.
He had naturally heard the insulting rumors circulating among the commoners.
It was obvious to anyone with eyes that this was a tactic to provoke and anger, but such lowly methods did have some effect. At the very least, they could stir up people's emotions and tarnish Li Che's reputation within Qianyuan Dao City.
Unless Li Che appeared and competed with Huang Tuo...
If he lost, his already poor reputation would worsen, which meant... if Li Che lost, it would be as if his entire being was being discarded!
"This Huang Tuo is a disciple of Yellow Eyebrow Great Mage, who is famous in Great Jing for his Divine Sculpture skills. Huang Tuo himself is also a senior Demi-Saint of Divine Sculpture... this competition with Li Che is like a senior bullying a junior!"
"These bald donkeys are truly despicable and sinister!"
Tang Xiejia, known for his short temper, couldn't help but curse out loud.
...
...
On the high platform, the atmosphere was heated.
Huang Tuo sat cross-legged, calmly gazing at Li Che. When it came to his specialty, Divine Sculpture, he exuded absolute confidence.
"How shall we compete, Li benefactor? It's up to you."
"The old rules: sculpt a divine sculpture and clash divine intents."
Li Che said calmly.
This was the most basic rule for competitions between Divine Sculpture masters.
Li Che's gaze fixed on Huang Tuo, as if he were looking at a dead man, pondering which angle to cut from Huang Tuo's body to ensure the integrity of the corpse when reassembled.
But on second thought, it wasn't necessary; punching and exploding the opponent would be the most satisfying.
Li Che was not provoked by the insults and rumors spread by the so-called street thugs and ruffians.
Although there was some connection, these rumors and slander were not significant to Li Che.
He had never been a petty person.
Honest, straightforward, and easygoing.
Li Che looked at Huang Tuo with a calm gaze.
After secretly discussing with Lu Tai Bai for a while, they naturally agreed on a murder plan.
It must be said that Lu Tai Bai, as the sect leader, was indeed worthy of his reputation. Li Che felt that he had learned a lot from him.
Although Li Che was also an expert, Lu Tai Bai had lived many more years and had richer experience.
Lu Tai Bai's target was not Huang Tuo but the third incarnation of Yellow Eyebrow in Huang Tuo's hands.
Although the Buddha's third incarnation was said to be immortal and indestructible, as long as one incarnation remained, it could be resurrected. However, once an incarnation was destroyed, it would require a significant amount of resources and time to re-condense.
But Lu Tai Bai's target was not just that...
This competition was just one part of the plan.
Of course, Li Che had raised doubts.
He felt it was unnecessary to compete with Huang Tuo. He could simply make his move quietly after Huang Tuo returned to Wangchun Tower.
Using the Heaven-Earth Chessboard to silence him without a trace would be the perfect crime.
However, from the sect leader's perspective, Lu Tai Bai still wanted Li Che to accept this competition. After all, reputation was linked to the Qianyuan Divine Sect's Divine Sculpture industry, and it would be a waste of Li Che's title as a Demi-Saint of Divine Sculpture if he carried a tarnished name.
Upon hearing this, Li Che did not resist.
"You want me to compete with Huang Tuo... what conditions do you have?" Lu Tai Bai asked gently, his silver hair blowing in the wind.
Li Che smiled, "I'm an honest, straightforward, and easygoing person..."
"So, I think those street thugs spreading rumors should quiet down a bit."
Li Che was not petty; he just found them a bit annoying.
Lu Tai Bai was stunned. Li Che had indeed redefined the terms 'honest, straightforward, and easygoing'.
"No problem. Those people have Yue Huanglong backing them, so they're fearless. Yue Huanglong, the Dao Lord, is ruthless and domineering. He controls all the major powers in the Dao City, making it seem like the various families are divided, but in reality, he holds them all in his palm. This rumor is just one of his small schemes."
"No problem, if he must be killed, then kill him."
Lu Tai Bai said indifferently, not taking Yue Huanglong seriously at all.
"However, be cautious in your competition with Huang Tuo... Beware of the Buddha Gate's methods."
Lu Tai Bai seemed to recall something and gave Li Che a warning.
...
...
On the high platform.
The two Divine Falcon Demi-Saints began their Divine Sculpture Competition.
Huang Tuo took this competition very seriously. He had come to enlighten Li Che, and of course, he wanted to win.
As a disciple of the Yellow Eyebrow Grand Mage and a personal disciple of a master Divine Sculptor, how could Huang Tuo lose to a wild Divine Falcon Demi-Saint with no lineage?
Huang Tuo took out block after block of Fifth Rank Upper Spirit Wood from his Heaven-Earth Jade. The divine aura was so intense that it filled the high platform.
His expression was more solemn and serious than ever before.
This was completely different from his previous competitions with Zhou Tian Shui and Yun Hai Yang. Those were trash, and Huang Tuo didn't need to take them seriously. As Li Che said, even if he suppressed his realm and restricted his techniques, he could easily crush them.
Suddenly.
As Huang Tuo was about to take out a Five Elders Upper Rank Spirit Wood, he felt it become hot in his hands, as if a scorching gaze was piercing from afar, staring intently at his Spirit Wood and ... Heaven-Earth Jade.
Hmm?
Huang Tuo followed the gaze and met Li Che's honest and straightforward eyes.
Li Che smiled, nodded, and looked away.
Originally, Li Che was reluctant to use the extremely precious Five Elders Upper Rank Spirit Wood, the Phoenix Blood Phoenix Perching Nirility.
This was one of his only two blocks of Five Elders Upper Rank Spirit Wood.
The other block was the Thunderstorm Dragon Blood Surprised Wood, a Thunder-type Spirit wood!
When he saw Huang Tuo continuously taking out Spirit Wood from his Heaven-Earth Jade, Li Che's gaze was no longer looking at the Buddha, but at a wealthy sponsor!
A wealthy sponsor!
Accompanied by the sound of a phoenix's cry, a burning heat spread across the high platform, instantly melting the accumulated snow.
Huang Tuo squinted his eyes, smiled, and also took out a block of Spirit Wood, which seemed to be stained with golden blood, exuding an incredibly vast Buddha light!
"Fifth Rank Upper Spirit Wood, Sea of Suffering Buddha Blood Rebirth Wood!"
Huang Tuo's bright red cassock suddenly flared up, and beneath it was a complete set of dragon scale divine armament carving tools!
A dragon scale divine armament carving knife, shimmering with Buddha light, was taken out and began to spin on his fingertips.
As the knife fell on the Buddha Blood Wood, Huang Tuo's red cassock continued to billow, like a rising column of smoke blooming like a flower!
"Today, this poor monk invites the Buddha!"
Boom—
A vast and overwhelming Heaven-Earth Soul was summoned by Huang Tuo, and behind him, it seemed as if an embryo was forming, with all the bones and spine clearly visible!
Divine Embryo Second Transformation!
In just an instant, Huang Tuo's aura and the three days he had spent meditating on the high platform were completely different.
It was an aura that made Zhou Tian Shui and Yun Hai Yang lose the courage to even pick up their carving knives!
At this moment, all the Divine Sculptors who had gathered to observe in the Heavenly Origin Dao City fell into a deathly silence, feeling suffocated to the point of suffocation.
Li Half-Saint...
Can he win?!
Li Che brought his two fingers together, and a divine armament carving knife, sponsored for free by Su Huaiming, the wealthy sponsor, appeared in his hand.
(End of Chapter)
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