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Chapter 372: The Sword Qi Great Wall Returns! Lin Fan's Ambition and Sect Development (Part 1)
Chapter 372: The Sword Qi Great Wall Returns! Lin Fan's Ambition and Sect Development (Part 1)
Long Ao Jiao left.
She was so angry that she couldn't bear to stay any longer.
She had made up her mind that unless she became incredibly powerful and could suppress Threeleaf and Lin Fan, she wouldn't return.
Hmm...
Or perhaps, she would return after dealing with the Feather Tribe.
...
"She's angry?"
Shi Hao blinked, "But everything I said was true."
Everyone: "..."
Yes, yes, you spoke the truth, no doubt about it.
But the key issue was that Long Ao Jiao couldn't accept it, given her temperament...
Of course, no one blamed Shi Hao either. With Long Ao Tian's personality, everyone was already used to it, and this wasn't a falling out. It was just that Long Ao Jiao needed some time to come to terms with it.
Give her some time, and she would naturally figure it out.
"No worries."
Lin Fan shook his head and smiled, "Let her be. Long Ao Jiao is the type who would feel restricted if she stayed in one place for too long."
"Perhaps, she also senses the pressure."
"That's good. Pressure brings motivation."
"That's true. I can't sit still either." Shi Hao scratched his head, "Master, this time I've returned, I'd like to stay for a few days and seek your guidance on some cultivation matters."
"After that..."
"I also want to continue venturing out."
"Good."
Lin Fan nodded slightly, "The path of cultivation is for you to decide. You can make the decision yourself."
He didn't want to interfere with Shi Hao too much.
Shi Hao was the template of the Heaven Emperor, and if he meddled without care, it might backfire. And if it did, it would be troublesome.
After all, he was the Heaven Emperor.
No matter how you looked at it, he was one of the most crucial battle forces in the history of the universe.
In any era, he could keep up with the version! And in every version, he was one of the strongest.
He couldn't be influenced!
...
"To be honest, I don't really need this Celestial Guardian Shield, but the person it's fated for right now is me, and it's useless for you guys too."
Getting back to business, Lin Fan pondered, "I'll keep it for now. If you feel like trying it in the future, you can come and give it a shot anytime. If you can refine it, take it."
A divine artifact was indeed a divine artifact, but Lin Fan didn't need it too much.
He had the shared revival coin from Gou Sheng, the shared 'Divine Might' from Xiao Ling'er...
And Tiana's Blood Sea Unending Body!
Unless he encountered those shamelessly thick-skinned individuals who personally took action, it would be hard to die.
And even if he encountered those shameless individuals, holding the Celestial Guardian Shield would still likely be insufficient to withstand them.
So, the Celestial Guardian Shield wasn't a necessity for him.
It was just an added bonus.
"However, it's the key to controlling the Four Great Puppet Corpses, and it's good for me to have it."
Unless necessary, Lin Fan didn't venture out, instead allowing his disciples to explore the outside world.
With the Celestial Guardian Shield in hand, he could control the Four Great Puppet Corpses to guard the Moon Embrace Palace at all times and make real-time adjustments.
"The Four Great Puppet Corpses..."
Lin Fan contemplated, "Let's position them at the four cardinal directions of the Moon Embrace Palace."
"Always be vigilant for crises and outsiders."
With a wave of his hand, the Four Great Puppet Corpses disappeared.
When they reappeared, they were already at the 'cardinal points' of the Moon Embrace Palace's territory.
At the same time, they went into hiding.
Furthermore, since the Puppet Corpses weren't 'living beings', they were different from others, making it difficult for people to discover them if they wanted to hide completely.
Therefore, they were highly secretive!
After arranging the Four Great Puppet Corpses...
Threeleaf spoke softly, "Sect Master, I'm ready to go to the Great Wilderness Sword Palace to fulfill the agreement."
"How confident are you?" Lin Fan slightly frowned.
"About..."
"Ninety percent."
Threeleaf revealed her estimated odds of success, causing everyone's scalp to tingle.
Ninety percent?
Lin Fan said, "You've always been sensible. This matter is for you to decide, but there's something I need to confirm with you."
"Ling'er, Yao Laolao, you two can go take care of other matters."
"Yes, Master/Sect Master."
Lin Fan was clearly trying to send them away, and they didn't ask further, leaving the Moon Embrace Palace.
Then, Lin Fan waved his hand, and the storage treasure appeared on the table. He smiled, "Do you know my identity now?"
"Master."
Threeleaf's response of calling him Master was the best answer.
"As expected."
"Your sword intent can already break through the Thousand Transformations Technique, right? It can't deceive you."
"But I'm quite curious."
Lin Fan stared at Threeleaf, even though it was just a plant without facial features, making it impossible to discern its emotions.
"Your memory..."
"How much has it recovered?"
"!"
Threeleaf was startled.
"Master, how do you know?"
Lin Fan smiled but didn't speak.
Threeleaf remained silent.
Lin Fan didn't urge her either.
After a long while, she sighed, "I'm sorry, Master."
"Forgive me, but I can't tell you the truth."
"But regarding my memory..."
"Actually, it's recovered about one or two tenths."
"But I'm certain that I must go."
"I must return there as soon as possible, or else..."
"Not just the world, but perhaps the entire universe might change."
Lin Fan: "!"
A terrifying karmic debt that the entire Immortal Martial Continent couldn't bear?
It wasn't hard to imagine, as the Immortal Martial Continent, after all, was just a 'mortal world'. Although vast, it was still just a small part of the mortal realm.
Perhaps any 'immortal realm' or karmic debt related to an Immortal King or Emperor would be beyond what the Immortal Martial Continent could handle.
However, if San Ye doesn't return, will the entire multiverse be turned upside down?
That's terrifying!
The multiverse, though its real-world counterpart remains a mystery, is presumably composed of countless human realms, immortal realms, and otherworldly dimensions.
The entire multiverse suffering, San Ye's identity, is likely far more than just an ordinary Immortal King or Emperor.
"The Nine-Leaf Sword Grass Template?"
"Nonsense, absolutely not!"
"The Nine-Leaf Sword Grass isn't that powerful, not even a super-enhanced version."
"..."
Lin Fan's heart was unsettled.
Even at its strongest, the Nine-Leaf Sword Grass would be comparable to an Immortal King at best.
It might not even be the most powerful among the Ten Evils.
The most impressive feat, perhaps, would be a battle against an Otherworldly Immortal King?
In the mortal realm, that would indeed be awe-inspiring, but an Immortal King's reincarnation, with fortuitous encounters accelerating his 'recovery', could possibly suppress Long Ao Jiao for a time.
However, just an Immortal King, one of the Ten Evils, is far from enough to affect the multiverse!
The gap is too vast.
So...
"Is it some super big shot who acquired the Nine-Leaf Sword Grass Template?"
Lin Fan had his suspicions, but without more information, he couldn't figure out what template she was.
"I understand what you're saying," Lin Fan nodded. "But could you tell me where you're going?"
"Regardless of what you're thinking now, we were still master and disciple once."
"I don't know who you were before your reincarnation or what your identity was, and I don't need to know."
"But in my heart, you'll always be San Ye, my personal disciple."
"And my disciple with the highest sword talent, without a doubt."
"Hehe." Lin Fan chuckled as he spoke: "Maybe you'll look down on me after you recover your memories?"
"A mere mortal, taking you as a disciple."
"But I didn't think that much."
"This bond, this karmic debt, will always exist."
"As master and disciple, in our hearts."
Lin Fan patted his chest: "Perhaps I, and the Moon Holding Sect, can't help you much now, and you'll have to rely on yourself to fight and forge your own path."
"But I believe that one day, the Moon Holding Sect will still be of some use."
"By then, if you're still around, I, along with your fellow disciples, will fight by your side."
"If something happens to you, I, as your master, will avenge you."
"So..."
"Leave a location, then."
"Just a location will suffice."
All of San Ye's leaves were swaying, shaking their heads.
"Master, I would never have such rebellious thoughts. Once a master, forever a father!"
"Regardless of who I was before, in this life, I'm your disciple, and that will never change."
"If not for you, Master, I'd still be in that desolate land, enduring lightning strikes daily. How could I be so ungrateful and heartless?"
"As for where I'm going..."
"I can only say, the Sword Qi Great Wall."
"As for why I'm going there, and what I'll do after arriving, I'm not sure yet."
"But, it's as if a voice in my heart is urging me to hurry to the Sword Qi Great Wall, as if the Sword Qi Great Wall... is calling me."
"Maybe, after reaching the Sword Qi Great Wall, I'll recall everything?"
"..."
"I remember."
Lin Fan nodded: "I understand. But could you tell me where you're going?"
This wasn't Lin Fan's first time hearing about the Sword Qi Great Wall.
Previously, the Great Wilderness Sword Palace was 'recruiting' outside, and it was then that I first heard about the Sword Qi Great Wall from the Heaven-Watching Mirror.
It was also then that I learned the Great Wilderness Sword Palace had a path to the Sword Qi Great Wall.
I wasn't clear on their purpose for going to the Sword Qi Great Wall at the time.
I did know there was a way to travel to the Sword Qi Great Wall.
Knowing how to get there, the problem wasn't too big.
And San Ye, this time, presumably knew there was a way to travel to the Sword Qi Great Wall.
"Master, I understand. You can rest assured on this point."
"It's you who needs to take care."
"Here, I've prepared some pills and elixirs for you."
As he waved his hand, a pile of bottles and jars appeared.
And a few pieces of Immortal Gold that Lin Fan had managed to save up.
"You can't transform yet, so I've dissolved these pills with spirit liquid, turning them into liquid form. Just consume them when needed."
"This Immortal Gold... you can keep it, it's not that great, and you might not value it, but with my limited strength, this is all I can offer."
"Keep it, and when you need it, you can forge a treasure or two."
"I know that for sword cultivators, there's a profound state called 'Swordless Victory'."
"But, the essence of 'swordless victory' lies in the 'sword intent', and a suitable sword is crucial for its effectiveness."
"So, don't refuse."
"Perhaps from now on, for a long time, I won't be able to offer you much."
"You'll have to rely on yourself!"
"As the saying goes, a poor family, but a rich road, and you can be more at ease when you're out there."
"So..."
"Take it!"
"This is just a small token of my appreciation."
Threeleaf's expression changed.
However, it had no 'face', and no one could see its expression.
But Lin Fan had already said so much, almost blocking all its chances of refusal. If it declined now, it would be truly impolite.
It opened the storage pouch hanging on its third leaf.
This was the same pouch that Lin Fan had personally hung for it when they first met.
Watching Threeleaf stuff all the supplies into the storage pouch, Lin Fan finally revealed a smile, "That's how it should be."
"By the way, when do you plan to go to the Great Wilderness Sword Palace?"
"In the next few days."
Threeleaf replied, "The calling voice is becoming more urgent. I'll make some preparations and then head to the Great Wilderness Sword Palace."
"Good."
Lin Fan nodded, "When you leave, bid farewell to your fellow disciples. At that time, I won't see you off."
"To avoid unnecessary sadness."
"Yes, Master."
"..."
...
Threeleaf left.
But Lin Fan called back Xiao Ling'er and a few others to discuss the Great Vehicle Buddhism.
"Master."
Xiao Ling'er's expression turned solemn, "In my opinion, the Great Vehicle Buddhism will not give up on the Bright Moon Sect. After all, they have always been hypocrites. This time, we have embarrassed them greatly, and they will surely hold a grudge."
"We at the Moon Holding Sect must be cautious and not let the Great Vehicle Buddhism take advantage of us."
"Our thoughts align." Lin Fan nodded, "The Great Vehicle Buddhism is indeed not a good thing."
If it were good, why would Gatling be so desperate to set things right, even at the risk of his own life? Or perhaps, the Great Vehicle Buddhism of the past was not bad.
But now...
They could think of it as badly as they wanted, it was just a problem.
"You all be careful."
"As for the rest..."
"I'll make the arrangements."
"Yes, Master."
After Xiao Ling'er left, Lin Fan stroked his chin and began to ponder how to deal with the Great Vehicle Buddhism.
"The Great Vehicle Buddhism's current combat strength is particularly weak, especially at the top. They are definitely the weakest among the twelve holy lands."
"Even so, it's still extremely difficult to destroy a holy land. At least, the Moon Holding Sect doesn't have the strength to do so right now. Borrow power?"
"That's not very appropriate either. The Moon Holding Sect shouldn't directly involve itself in this matter."
"Otherwise... there might be big problems."
On the surface, it seemed fine, but in reality, the problem was significant. If the Moon Holding Sect borrowed power and worked with another holy land to deal with the Great Vehicle Buddhism, it might not be long before other holy lands targeted them, or even united against them to the point of expulsion.
Holy lands... no matter what, they were still holy lands.
Over the years, no holy land had ever been destroyed.
Even through ups and downs, with some stronger and others weaker, and experiencing different eras, they had always stood tall, without any accidents!
But the Moon Holding Sect rose to prominence and worked with others to deal with a holy land. How would the other holy lands feel about this? The Moon Holding Sect had already drawn significant attention during the Prodigy Grand Tournament, and the hearts of the holy lands were already uneasy. With Xiao Ling'er and the other prodigies, even the holy lands would feel threatened! If they took down another holy land, wouldn't they be forcing the other holy lands to take action?
Or perhaps, they would be giving the holy lands a direct reason to act!
This absolutely couldn't be done.
"Even if it's borrowing a knife to kill, we must hide ourselves and not expose our involvement."
"We must make it seem like this matter has nothing to do with the Moon Holding Sect."
"But..."
"This won't be easy."
Lin Fan sighed inwardly, "To hide it from all the holy lands and even the eyes and ears of the Celestial Pavilion... hmm..."
"It's not impossible."
"Tang Wu, Tang Shen Wang."
"I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you to come out of retirement again."
Lin Fan had a plan. Wasn't Tang Wu dead? But...
Who could be sure that Tang Wu was truly dead, without any incarnations or remnants left in the world? Or who could confirm that the Tang Wu who died was the real one, and not an incarnation or a special means of gathering a body? Furthermore, Xiao Ling'er hadn't obtained Tang Wu's 'inheritance', especially the part related to the Great Vehicle Buddhism.
Therefore, the Great Vehicle Buddhism must be confused now - where did Tang Wu's stolen treasures go?
So!
As long as Lin Fan pretended to be Tang Wu and revealed a treasure or two that he had brought back from the Western Paradise, the Great Vehicle Buddhism wouldn't doubt Tang Wu's authenticity. This way...
The Great Vehicle Buddhism would definitely not let Tang Wu go.
And 'Tang Wu' would discover the Great Vehicle Buddhism's secrets and expose the 'thunder' during their confrontation! Even Gatling was afraid of the exposure, saying that after the thunder, the Great Vehicle Buddhism would cease to exist. Before leaving, he even asked Lin Fan to protect the Buddhist lineage if possible...
This indicated that once the thunder was exposed, the Great Vehicle Buddhism would surely be destroyed!
What Lin Fan needed to do was to separate himself and the Moon Holding Sect from this matter, ensuring they wouldn't be implicated and cause problems for the sect.
"It should work."
Lin Fan thought it through carefully, meticulously checking his plan, believing it to be flawless.
Now, the only problem was the nature of the Great Vehicle Buddhism's 'thunder'. But this wasn't too difficult to investigate.
Perhaps using the Eightfold Mirror Technique to investigate would be too troublesome and tiring, requiring a long time.
But...
"It seems I'll have to visit the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land."
"!"
However, there was a drawback to asking for help from the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land to use the Heaven-Watching Mirror - the Heaven-Watching Mirror and the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Mother Gu Xing Lian would surely notice something.
In the end, Lin Fan sought out the Buddhist sect of Gu Xinglian to find Lei.
Soon after, Lei exploded~
How could this possibly be unrelated to him?
Fortunately, Gu Xinglian and Lin Fan had some connection, and she had personally visited him before, urging him to grow faster and even suggesting they travel together five years later.
(End of Chapter)
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