Starting As A Clan Leader: My Rules Are A Bit Wild

Chapter 80: Protagonist Template! What, the surname is Tang?! -2W

Due to the battle between the seven sixth realm experts, the world changed color and the sun and moon lost their light.

Endless dark clouds gathered, carrying various destructive auras, extremely terrifying.

Liu Er managed to break through the encirclement despite being heavily injured, and returned to Embracing Moon Sect.

He knew that Embracing Moon Sect's formation couldn't withstand so many sixth realm experts, but at least the two major families wouldn't dare to attack Embracing Moon Sect. So, returning to Embracing Moon Sect meant safety, at least for a short period of time.

Unless there were unexpected changes.

However, he didn't believe that these two families had any "special trump cards".

As an "enemy", the Liu family was the most knowledgeable about the existence of these two major families, without a doubt. So Liu Er was certain that they wouldn't dare to act recklessly.

The sixth realm experts from the six major families gathered in the sky, their faces all looking extremely ugly.

"Damn it, he actually broke through."

"Chen Xiaoliu, what were you doing? How could he break through?"

Chen Xiaoliu immediately shrank his neck, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, and coldly snorted, "Do you think he was easy to stop? If any one of you had taken that blow, you wouldn't have been able to stop it either!"

He cursed inwardly.

Damn it, Liu Er originally wanted to kill me. Who knows if he would have fought to the death and tried to take someone down with him?

If I hadn't dodged that blow just now, wouldn't it have been a waste?

"Useless!"

The leader of the Jiang family scolded, "A well-planned operation has now ended in failure because of your incompetence."

"What did you say?!"

Chen Xiaoliu became furious.

"That's enough!"

The leader of the Chen family took a deep breath, "We have already failed, let's not be laughed at here."

They felt frustrated and angry.

Originally, they planned to annihilate the six sects, including the Jade Unicorn Palace, in one fell swoop. If there was a gathering, they would also kill Liu Er. If they succeeded, it would be a double victory.

Even if there was no double victory, completing one goal at random would still be a big profit.

But after all the commotion, they only managed to kill dozens of insignificant disciples from the six sects. Many were injured, but they could recover given time.

Now that they had all escaped to Embracing Moon Sect, they didn't dare to make a move anymore...

They couldn't bear the anger of Spirit Sword Sect!

Even if there were no members of Spirit Sword Sect watching here, they couldn't hide it.

Just as they were preparing to retreat in frustration, the sound of a sword chant rang out.

Chant!!!

Immediately, a terrifying sword light traversed the heavens and earth.

The sword light was terrifying, piercing through emptiness and cutting through darkness, like a galaxy hanging in the sky, unceasing for three days!

"Not good!"

Liu Er's face changed drastically, "It's a seventh realm Dao Integration Realm!"

"Damn it, why do these two families still have such a trump card?"

"Quick, escape, enter the teleportation array and go to the Liu family!"

He was greatly shocked, and with his heavily injured body, he burst out with divine radiance, taking along a few important individuals like Lin Fan and Xiao Ling'er, and rushed towards the teleportation array that connected to the Liu family.

"Not right!"

Lin Fan narrowed his eyes, "No need to hurry!"

"They are even more panicked than us!"

"What?"

Everyone was stunned, and their divine senses swept over, only to discover that the six sixth realm experts in the sky not only had no trace of joy on their faces, but were full of panic. They were even trembling and their faces looked extremely ugly.

As if they were under tremendous pressure!

"Damn it."

They huddled together, resisting this terrifying power. Each person's face was filled with fear, "A seventh realm expert, and such terrifying Sword Intent, could it be someone from Spirit Sword Sect?!"

Liu Er also came to his senses at this moment, "It's not their trump card!"

"It's someone from Spirit Sword Sect?!"

"This is bad."

He stopped in his tracks, "Even if we return to the Liu family, we..."

"No need to worry too much."

Lin Fan took a deep breath.

He knew that this crisis wouldn't be so simple.

It's just...

Spirit Sword Sect is coming to our doorstep?

Isn't that a bit too abnormal?

If that's really the case, there's no possibility of surviving this crisis, unless... there's another change?

Lin Fan's thoughts raced, but he didn't rush to run away.

There's no escaping, really no escaping.

And he was certain that this was a "dead end", at least one resurrection coin would be wasted.

But this was obviously abnormal.

How could he encounter a World Level BOSS before even leaving the newbie village?

If that's really the case, it can only mean that there's a problem with this "game"!

It's true that the person attacking is from Spirit Sword Sect, but it may not necessarily be him.

Chant~

The sound of swords singing rises, the sound of swords singing falls.

The terrifying sword light pierced through the protective formation of the Embracing Moon Sect without slowing down, until it landed on the main peak and dissipated on its own.

Only then did everyone see the person who arrived.

There were two old men and a young man, carrying long swords and having slender figures.

They were wearing white robes with the unique symbol of the Spirit Sword Sect, exuding a formidable sword aura.

And that young man, Lin Fan and the others were quite familiar with him.

He was a disciple of the Eight Sword Sect who had fought against Xiao Ling'er before, Wen Jian!

"It is indeed someone from the Spirit Sword Sect."

Liu Er's face, pale as paper due to his serious injuries, gradually turned white at this moment.

In the sky, Chen Liu was greatly shocked, "Senior Shangzong, we did not attack the Embracing Moon Sect, we just..."

"That's enough."

"Step back."

A senior from the Spirit Sword Sect spoke indifferently, "If you hadn't attacked, do you think you would still be alive?"

He didn't make a move, but the terrifying pressure spread out, making it difficult for people to look directly at him.

He was actually at the seventh level of Dao Integration Realm!

But what was even more astonishing was that the two of them were slightly behind Wen Jian, with Wen Jian as the leader!

They didn't know Wen Jian.

But from the current situation, even a blind person could tell that Wen Jian's identity was terrifying.

After all, a seventh realm expert was a pillar even in a top sect. But at this moment, the two seventh realm sword cultivators were deferring to this young man?

They were shocked and dared not make a sound, quickly saluting and retreating, hastily leaving this place...

"The Embracing Moon Sect is finished!"

"The other six sects, who have unclear relationships with the Embracing Moon Sect, will most likely be destroyed as well!"

"Liu Er may not have been killed by us, but there is still a chance that he will be killed by the Spirit Sword Sect. If that's the case, our trip can still be considered a success."

"I just didn't expect the Spirit Sword Sect to come knocking so soon."

"Two seventh realm experts, how can they be stopped? They are bound to die!"

In their fear, they couldn't help but anticipate.

The sixth and seventh realms may seem to only differ by one realm, but in reality, there was an almost insurmountable gap between the two.

The sixth realm, Knowing Destiny, knows the will of heaven and oneself, and can fight with the help of the power of heaven and earth.

But the seventh realm, Dao Integration Realm, has already begun to comprehend the Great Dao, merge with the Great Dao, and every move and technique is imbued with the 'Dao Rhyme', increasing their combat power by more than ten times...

How could the Embracing Moon Sect resist?!

They quickly ran far away, but instead of returning to the Hongwu Immortal City, they watched from a distance, wanting to witness the destruction of the Embracing Moon Sect with their own eyes...

"Jianzi, how should we deal with the Embracing Moon Sect?"

Those six people ran far away.

Only now did the seventh realm expert who had spoken earlier look at Wen Jian and slowly speak.

Wen Jian's gaze swept over everyone, and finally fell on Xiao Ling'er.

He spoke, his tone full of majesty and unquestionable, "Even if you didn't make a move, the destruction of the Eight Sword Sect, where my mentor was, is also related to you."

"If you hadn't kidnapped people back then, there wouldn't have been that battle. Without that battle, the three sects wouldn't have become enemies because of Su Xinghai's breakthrough. Without becoming enemies, even if the Peach Blossom Sect was destroyed, it wouldn't have affected the Eight Sword Sect."

"Therefore, your Embracing Moon Sect must be destroyed."

The expressions of the crowd changed drastically.

Fan Jianqiang immediately formed hand seals...

Lin Fan, on the other hand, smiled faintly and responded calmly, "Shouldn't there be a 'but'?"

In fact, he was also panicking!

But fortunately, he had three resurrection coins, so he shouldn't die completely.

Besides, he had to act cool!

"But, I was defeated by Xiao Ling'er."

"This was the first defeat in my life, and for me now, it is a shame and a nightmare."

Wen Jian remained calm and steady throughout his speech, as if there was no emotional fluctuation at all, just narrating a fact, nothing more.

"I have become Jianzi, one of the strongest geniuses of this generation."

"Even though I haven't been invincible all the way, I must win back the defeat I suffered."

"So, I will give you a chance."

"I will fight Xiao Ling'er again. If she loses, the Embracing Moon Sect will be destroyed, and all of you will die."

"If she wins, we will leave, and come back to challenge you again in a year."

Upon hearing this, Lin Fan felt relieved, and even...

He felt that it was too easy.

Xiao Ling'er fighting against Wen Jian? Lin Fan observed closely, both of them were currently at the Grotto-Heaven Realm First Layer, belonging to the same realm.

A battle between the same realm, with the protagonist template boosting Xiao Ling'er, would she be afraid?

Even if she couldn't win, she wouldn't be defeated so easily, right?

If the crisis was like this, wouldn't it be too simple?

Lin Fan felt surprised.

He had prepared and worried for half a year in advance, and the result was this???

But then, he realized something was wrong.

"No, it's not that simple!"

"There are two waves of crisis!"

"One wave is from the two major families. What they want to do is to eliminate the 'peripheral forces' of the Embracing Moon Sect. The other wave is the three people in front of us, Wen Jian."

"It seems like only Wen Jian, a Fourth Grotto-Heaven Realm First Layer sword cultivator, is making a move, but in reality, there are two Seventh Realm powerhouses behind him!"

"If we can defeat him, it's simple. If we can't, it's truly a desperate situation. Fan Qiang and I can exchange resurrection coins, but for others, it's undoubtedly a death sentence."

Is it really that simple?

Perhaps for the protagonist template, a battle with the same realm is not difficult.

But damn, the other party is the number one seed of a top sect!

They can almost be considered a 'Saint Child' level character!

Such a person can sweep countless cultivators of the same level and have an invincible posture!

To transmigrate for a year and manage a most destitute third-rate sect, the crisis one would face in just one year is a battle between disciples and a Saint Child level character to determine the life and death of the sect.

Is this simple?

Simple my ass!

It's fortunate that he had good luck and obtained two disciples with protagonist templates. Otherwise, where would the chance of winning come from?

But on second thought, if there were no protagonist templates, perhaps the crisis wouldn't be so difficult?

But this is just speculation.

On the other hand, Lin Fan suddenly realized something.

"I wonder if this game is used for 'fishing'. If it is, then anyone who downloads and opens it can transmigrate as the sect master?"

"···"

"I think I know why there are no comments."

Damn it!

No negative reviews for the parachute?!

It's already impressive enough for him to play, and it's quite challenging to get through the annual small crisis. Clearing it?

I dare not think about it, I simply can't.

Slow to say, but in reality, it's just a moment.

Lin Fan figured everything out.

Xiao Ling'er bit her red lips lightly.

She was fearless and wanted to fight, but considering the life and death of the entire sect rested on her shoulders, she felt even more pressure and hesitated because of it...

Smack.

It was at this moment that Lin Fan's warm big hand pressed on her head and gently rubbed her soft black hair.

"Don't worry."

"Just do your best."

"We all believe in you."

Xiao Ling'er was stunned.

Then, the five elders and seven mascots all spoke up.

"Go, Ling'er."

"We all believe in you."

"No matter the outcome, we have no regrets."

"Show your style."

"Sister, we believe in you!"

"You've won once, so you can win a second time!"

Even Fan Qiang waved his fist and his face turned red. "Sister, go for it!"

A mist suddenly rose in Xiao Ling'er's eyes, but it was dispelled the next second.

"Good!"

She nodded.

Wen Jian?!

Even though you have the blessings of the Spirit Sword Sect, I have an absolute reason not to lose!

······

But...

Their confidence made Wang Yulin, Liu Er Ye, and others smile bitterly.

In their eyes, Xiao Ling'er was indeed extraordinary. To reach the Fourth Realm at such a young age was already outstanding among third-rate sects.

Even if placed in a slightly inferior second-rate sect, she would be a pillar of the middle level and be among the top ten disciples.

But the Spirit Sword Sect is a top sect!

And it's a sword cultivator, the best at offense and battle.

Most importantly, he is not an ordinary disciple of a top sect, not even one of the top ten disciples, but Wen Jian! A Saint Child level character, a peerless genius!

To fight against someone of the same realm, this kind of genius would only lose to another genius of the same level.

Does Xiao Ling'er have a chance of winning in a battle against someone of the same realm?

They don't believe that Xiao Ling'er can win.

They secretly thought that the Embracing Moon Sect might be on the verge of destruction.

In the future, if they want to obtain high-quality elixirs, it might be...

"Hold on!"

At this moment, the almost deformed Wang Teng regained consciousness and, after understanding the situation, he coldly snorted, "Give me three days, and I will fight you. How about it?!"

Wen Jian glanced at him and calmly responded, "You are not worthy."

"You!!!" Wang Teng became furious.

Wang Yu Lin quickly grabbed him, forcibly restraining him from speaking nonsense to avoid causing trouble.

"Ensure a fair fight, as it concerns my Dao Heart and Sword Intent."

Without paying any further attention to Wang Teng, Wen Jian spoke softly.

"Yes, Lord Sword!"

The two guardians of the Dao responded in unison, immediately using their own imposing presence to intimidate the crowd.

"A battle in the sky."

After leaving these words, Wen Jian stepped on his flying sword and soared into the air.

Xiao Ling'er remained silent but also rode on clouds and mist, closely following behind him.

The Qi of Profound Essence within the bodies of cultivators in the Fourth Grotto-Heaven Realm was abundant, allowing them to fly for a long time without worrying about consumption.

However, there were different methods of flying, each with its own advantages.

Sword cultivators loved flying with their swords, which was fast and consumed less energy.

Many ordinary cultivators also enjoyed flying with their swords, but there were also quite a few who chose to ride on clouds and mist or had their own flying techniques, which were not too slow.

"Do not be careless!"

As they ascended, Medicine Granny Liang Danxia reminded them, "I am just a remnant soul, and I made a mistake before."

"He actually possesses a Sword Spirit Sacred Body, but when we first met, his Sacred Body was not activated, so I didn't perceive it."

"After joining the Spirit Sword Sect, someone obviously discovered his physique and activated it with astonishing means. Now, he is a complete Sacred Body sword cultivator."

"With the appearance of an Immortal Ancestor, in a less dazzling era, he could suppress an era and be invincible among his peers."

It was not that she didn't believe in Xiao Ling'er, but the Sacred Body was too terrifying.

The Sword Spirit Sacred Body was one of the strongest among many Sacred Bodies in terms of attack power.

It should not be underestimated.

"I understand, teacher."

"But I have a reason not to lose!"

Xiao Ling'er's expression became serious.

"Well, you don't need to worry too much. Although you don't have a special physique, I believe that you are no less inferior than those with special physiques."

"Even if you don't believe in me, you should believe in your master."

"In the rules of accepting disciples, Sacred Body, and even Divine Body, are not ranked..."

After these words, Xiao Ling'er's heart stirred.

Indeed.

Although she didn't know the reason, her master was always mysterious. Perhaps, in her master's eyes, Sacred Body and Divine Body were nothing compared to those seemingly "inappropriate" candidates?

She was one of them...

She couldn't be inferior.

"Let's start."

Wen Jian held a three-foot green blade in his hand, and his Sword Intent swept through, making people shudder.

"Come, fight!"

Boom!

The Unextinguished Swallowing Flame surged and instantly enveloped Xiao Ling'er's whole body, making her appear like a flame goddess descending.

"Indeed, you have become stronger. That's interesting."

Wen Jian held his sword horizontally in front of him and said calmly, "In the battles I had with my fellow disciples a few days ago, none of them could make me go all out. I hope you can make me happy."

Xiao Ling'er remained silent.

She threw a punch.

Boom!

The Unextinguished Swallowing Flame surged, like a towering pillar, crashing towards Wen Jian.

"Strange Fire is indeed powerful, but with your cultivation level equal to mine, you can't unleash its full power. As for me, I am not afraid."

Sla!

He swung his sword.

The Sacred Body resonated with the three-foot long sword in his hand, emitting a unique radiance.

Then, astonishing sword energy split the pillar of fire, and even more shocking sword qi headed straight for Xiao Ling'er's face.

Xiao Ling'er remained calm and blocked the sword energy with her fist once again.

"Sword..."

"I also know a little."

Boom boom boom!

Strange Fire condensed into a sword, but it was not a three-foot long sword, but a heavy giant sword!

"Qianyan... Shattering Void Sword!"

Tearing sound!

The giant sword broke through the air, and Strange Fire surged. The huge sword energy surrounded the Everlasting Swallowing Flame, as if it wanted to divide the heavens and earth, and break through the void.

"This sword is not bad, but unfortunately, you are not a sword cultivator. It lacks intention and falls short in the end."

"Watch me break it with one sword."

Wen Jian's sword was neither fast nor slow. His wrist trembled, and a sword was pointed out, shining like thousands of stars.

"One sword embraces the Galaxy."

He whispered, and with one sword, he gathered the momentum of the Galaxy and collided head-on with Xiao Ling'er.

Boom boom boom boom boom!

The starlight burst, and the huge flame sword energy instantly disintegrated, canceling each other out...

However, although the sword energy dissipated, Strange Fire continued to burn.

Moreover, it even devoured the remaining sword energy of Wen Jian, becoming even stronger.

The temperature around rapidly increased, and the air became distorted.

The distant white clouds rapidly shrank and evaporated at an astonishing speed.

"The characteristics of Strange Fire?"

Strange Fire approached, and Wen Jian frowned slightly, "Can it devour and burn other objects?"

"It does have some tricks."

"Come again!"

He shouted, then raised his sword in a very strange posture.

It didn't look like he was using a sword, but rather like using a knife or a single-handed axe, fiercely chopping down.

"The Great River Sword Technique!"

Boom!

The sound of a surging wave arose.

"What is that?!"

Zuo Qingqing and the disciples of the Six Sects were shocked, "River... river water?!"

They were stunned.

Above the sky, a large amount of river water suddenly appeared, converging into a surging river, with terrifying sounds like waves crashing against the shore, shocking everyone.

"It's sword energy!"

Wang Teng had taken healing pills and his condition had improved. At this moment, he frowned and said, "Countless tiny sword energies turned into water droplets, and then gathered into a long river of sword energy, continuous and unending."

"This sword is quite amazing."

He asked himself, could he withstand it?

But after thinking about it, there was no problem. He could definitely withstand it!

I am the Posture of the Great Emperor...

The disciples were all shocked.

Was this surging river really formed by countless sword energies?

Sizzle!

The clash of water and fire caused intense fluctuations in an instant.

As the saying goes, water and fire are incompatible...

At this moment, the river of sword energy actually seemed like real river water, possessing the artistic conception of water, capable of extinguishing all kinds of flames!

However, the Everlasting Swallowing Flame was extremely special. Even water could be devoured by it.

But Wen Jian was not an easy opponent either. Under this sword, the river water ultimately extinguished the flames, and then quickly attacked Xiao Ling'er.

"Breaking through the void, the true emptiness and profoundness!"

Xiao Ling'er swung her sword again.

The Eight Character Blood Killing Sword Technique!

But Xiao Ling'er did not spew blood from her mouth. Instead, she used it in a conventional state. Although it was not amazing, the combination of the eight swords into two swords should not be underestimated. It shattered the river of sword energy.

Boom!!!

The river of sword energy shattered, and water droplets splashed around...

Chen Bixuan's expression changed, and she immediately stepped forward to intervene.

The next second.

Plop plop plop plop...

Countless water droplets swept over like astonishing hidden weapons. The shield she had erected was instantly covered in cracks and almost shattered.

The disciples of the Illusory Spirit Valley, who had been confused and unaware, suddenly felt their scalp go numb and were greatly shocked.

...

Chen Bixuan's face twitched slightly.

Was this still a fourth realm cultivator?!!!

The aftermath of the battle between two Grotto-Heaven Realm First Layer cultivators almost broke through even when she, a fifth realm cultivator, intervened?

Even though she had only casually intervened, this was a bit too much!

Wang Yulin and the others were also greatly shocked.

"So strong!"

"But it makes sense, after all, he is Sword Master of the Spirit Sword Sect, a Saint Child-level figure. If he wasn't strong, how could he suppress an era?"

"Just that..."

Zhang Wen asked in confusion, "He being strong is expected, but Xiao Ling'er???"

Everyone was stunned.

Then they all changed their expressions.

It was expected that Wen Jian, being a Saint Child-level figure, would be strong!

But Xiao Ling'er was able to hold her own against him, not falling behind. Wasn't she also a Saint Child-level figure?!

They were all dumbfounded, turning their heads to look at Lin Fan, who stood with his hands behind his back, his face calm as a still well. Waves of shock surged in their hearts.

Embracing Moon Sect...

A true dragon has emerged!

If it doesn't perish today, it will surely become a great power in the future!

"Don't forget," Liu Er whispered, "Xiao Ling'er's greatest strength lies in alchemy."

Upon hearing this, everyone went crazy with excitement.

That's right!

Xiao Ling'er is a genius-level alchemist!!!

Her expertise lies in alchemy!

An alchemist with such terrifying combat power, can she really compete with the Saint Child-level geniuses?!

This?!!

It's unbelievable!

However, the words that came down from the sky at this moment left them dumbfounded once again.

When Wen Jian made his move and intercepted Xiao Ling'er's Eight Characters Blood Kill Sword Technique, he sighed lightly, "Indeed, you have also become stronger, but... isn't it time to end the warm-up?"

"Let's stop here," Xiao Ling'er responded.

The people from the six sects: "(ΩДΩ)???"

This is still just a warm-up?!

Immediately, they were dumbfounded.

Even the fifth realm experts felt the terror of the battle that was about to erupt!

"Unity of man and sword!"

Wen Jian took the initiative to attack for the first time, instantly transforming into a sword light, his speed increasing by more than ten times.

Puff!

Xiao Ling'er was pierced through, a blood hole appearing in her chest, shining through from front to back.

Before the spectators could exclaim in surprise, they saw Xiao Ling'er suddenly 'melt' and then transform into a ball of Strange Fire.

Wen Jian turned around and extinguished the flames burning on his clothes.

From another fire not far away, Xiao Ling'er emerged, her hands forming seals.

"First Transformation of the Immortal Fire Nine Transformations!"

Boom!

Her combat power soared, instantly reaching the Third Layer of the Grotto-Heaven Realm.

"Oh?"

"A secret technique?"

Wen Jian was not panicked, but instead sheathed his sword.

His body assumed a more bizarre posture, as if preparing to draw a sword, yet also like preparing to unleash a powerful attack.

"Second Transformation of the Immortal Fire Nine Transformations!"

Boom!

Xiao Ling'er's aura rose again, directly reaching the Fifth Layer of the Grotto-Heaven Realm!

The second type of Strange Fire spread, and the keen-eyed spectators immediately noticed something.

"Huh?"

"That is..."

"The Demonic Fire of the Earth's Core?!"

"Embracing Moon Sect is in such a decline, yet they still possess the Demonic Fire of the Earth's Core?"

The two seventh realm experts of the Spirit Sword Sect were slightly surprised.

But that was all.

Such Strange Fire was a treasure even for second-rate sects, but for first-rate sects, only the top ten, or even the top five, Strange Fires were worth paying attention to.

Otherwise, they were just relatively valuable treasures.

"But her secret technique is quite astonishing."

"It seems to be based on Strange Fire as its foundation. With each additional type of Strange Fire, her combat power increases several times?"

"But it's over now."

"This sword technique is one of the supreme arts of our Spirit Sword Sect."

"..."

In the sky, Xiao Ling'er did not use the third transformation.

The Undying Devouring Flame had already been made public, and the Demonic Fire of the Earth's Core belonged to the Embracing Moon Sect, so there was no need to worry too much about it being exposed.

But the Hundred Forging Divine Fire had too many secrets and clues hidden within it. It was unwise to reveal it at this moment.

Then, she once again used the Undying Devouring Flame and the Demonic Fire of the Earth's Core, merging them together, and formed a nuclear bomb - the Great Sun Incineration!

Note: The translation provided is a literal translation and may not capture the full meaning or nuances of the original text.

Also, at this moment.

Around Lin Fan, everyone was shocked and discussing it.

But Lin Fan's eyebrows were twitching, he looked around and finally locked his gaze on Liu Er Ye: "Er Ye, can you still handle it?"

"..."

"I won't die."

Liu Er Ye was still a refined person.

How could he say he couldn't handle it?

"What I mean is, I'll trouble you to block the aftermath of the battle later."

Liu Er Ye didn't understand: "With so many people gathered here, there are more than twenty people in the Fifth Realm. Can't they block the aftermath?"

Even though Chen Bixuan almost made a mistake just now, it was because she was careless for a moment, and she didn't make a mistake, right?

Even if Wen Jian and Jian Ling were fighting seriously now, it shouldn't be that more than twenty Fifth Realm cultivators couldn't block it, right???

That's just the aftermath of the battle!

"I think..."

"Can't block it."

Lin Fan smiled.

Although he didn't know what means Wen Jian was going to use, he knew Xiao Ling'er's means!

What is the Great Sun Burning Heaven?

That's a hand-rubbed nuclear bomb!

If it's not blocked, the Ling Mountain of the Embracing Moon Sect will be in trouble.

At least a few peaks will be leveled!

He was confident that he could block it, but that would expose his strength and raise suspicions.

So if he didn't have to take action, it would be better not to.

"Master Lin."

Liu Er Ye expressed disbelief: "You are too cautious."

"Well, I promise you, if I need to take action, I won't hold back."

"Then it's troublesome, and also..."

"Be careful."

Lin Fan advised.

Liu Er Ye became even more unwilling to listen when he heard this.

Am I being underestimated?!

This is unreasonable!

He was originally prepared to take medicine to heal his injuries, but now he refused to take medicine.

I want to see how amazing the aftermath left by these two Fourth Realm kids' battle can be!

At the same time, in the sky, both sides were almost ready to attack.

"Sky Severing..."

Swish!

The long sword was unsheathed, and Wen Jian's aura instantly became like a divine being...

"Great Sun Burning Heaven!"

In Xiao Ling'er's palm, a fireball flew out.

"Sword Drawing Technique!"

Buzz!

The long sword was unsheathed, and a white thread slowly cut through the sky.

Great Sun Burning Heaven vs. Sky Severing Sword Drawing Technique!

Boom!!!

In an instant, a terrifying explosion swept across the sky and the ground.

The huge fireball swallowed everything with an inexplicable power, and the white thread disappeared with it.

Then, under everyone's gaze, the fireball suddenly shrank.

And then, it expanded at an even more terrifying speed.

Boom!!!

Another loud noise, in an instant, the Great Sun appeared in the sky, burning everything!

"Oh no!!!"

The people from the Six Sects were terrified and panicked.

"Block it quickly!!!"

"Don't be careless!"

The Fifth Realm cultivators rushed out and did their best to resist.

But...

The moment they touched the aftermath of the Great Sun, all their defensive measures became ineffective.

"Ah?!"

Liu Er Ye's face twitched, feeling that something was not right.

But he had already blown his own trumpet...

"Suppress it for me!!!"

His hair stood on end, he went all out, and barely blocked the aftermath, protecting the Embracing Moon Sect from being swallowed, but he, who was already seriously injured, instantly felt a sweet sensation in his throat.

Then he quickly forced it down, pretending to be calm and relaxed.

In my heart... I deeply regret it.

My hands are shaking badly.

Damn it, why didn't I listen to advice?!

If I had listened and prepared in advance, taking medicine to heal, even if it was just for a moment, it wouldn't have been like this!

Originally, I could have gone back and recovered to a vigorous state in just ten days or half a month. But now? Even with medicine to heal, it would take about three months, and there's no guarantee that I would fully recover!

Even being able to stand here calmly at this moment is just to save face!

It's ridiculous.

But... Liu Er looked at Xiao Ling'er and Wen Jian, who were swallowed by the thunder, and couldn't help but mutter, "Are young people nowadays all playing like this?!"

I once saw a Saint Child-level figure from the same generation make a move from a distance, but they weren't as awesome as them!

What's going on now?!

"Thank you, Liu Er, for making a move!"

"Hiss, it's too amazing."

"If it weren't for Liu Er, we would be..."

"So powerful, is this the strength of a Saint Child-level figure? It's a whole realm above us. We can't even withstand the aftermath, my god!"

Beside him, the elders of the six sects, the sect masters, looked askew and were shocked.

But Liu Er didn't have the mood to listen to what they were muttering. It was important to heal quietly and cleanly, so as not to faint in front of everyone and lose face!

...

"This woman... is demonic."

The two protectors, both at the seventh realm, were also extremely shocked.

They weren't surprised by Wen Jian's strength, otherwise, how could he be Wen Jian?!

The Sword Spirit Sacred Body should be so powerful, not to mention that the Zhan Tian Ba Sword Art is one of the Spirit Sword Sect's supreme arts.

It seemed like a light white line, but when Wen Jian used it, it was at the second layer of the fifth realm, even the third layer of the fifth realm cultivators would be defeated!

Even if they didn't die, they would be severely injured.

But they didn't expect that Xiao Ling'er's Da Ri Fen Tian was also so terrifying. After the collision and overlap of the two, even the aftermath was almost equivalent to a full-force strike from a sixth layer cultivator of the fifth realm.

At this moment, they felt worried for the first time.

"Will Wen Jian... lose?"

"I hope not."

Tear!

Suddenly, a sword light flashed, like a sword opening the heavens, splitting the scorching sun.

The flames receded, and everyone finally saw the current situation.

Xiao Ling'er was injured, blood trickling from the corner of her mouth.

There was a clear sword mark on her shoulder, extending to her neck, but fortunately, it wasn't deep.

On the other side, Wen Jian stood with a sword, but he looked even more miserable. His clothes were burned to ashes, leaving only key areas covered, and even his hair was completely burned.

His skin was red, obviously injured by high temperatures.

Even the sword in his hand was burning red. If it went further, it would almost turn into liquid.

"I haven't lost yet!"

No longer confident and arrogant like before, Wen Jian roared and attacked again.

Xiao Ling'er took medicine.

This wasn't unfair, anyone could take medicine, not to mention that Xiao Ling'er was an alchemist herself. This was a pill she refined, a part of her own strength.

Taking the pill, her cultivation soared to the sixth layer of the fourth Grotto-Heaven Realm, and then she advanced further, fighting Wen Jian head-on.

Both of them were somewhat exhausted.

They didn't use terrifying techniques like Da Ri Fen Tian or Zhan Tian Ba Sword Art anymore, but engaged in close combat!

There wasn't the same intense movement as before, but it was even more dangerous.

Sword qi filled the air, and fist imprints were like mountains.

In just a few minutes, they had exchanged hundreds of moves. Both sides were injured one after another, but in the end, Xiao Ling'er was the one laughing. With the realm she had gained from her secret techniques and the pill, she had the advantage. Seizing the opportunity, she fiercely punched Wen Jian's weak spot.

"Beng Shan Ji!"

Boom!

Wen Jian trembled all over, then vomited a mouthful of blood, and then flew out like a cannonball, unconscious and unable to fight anymore.

...

The two seventh realm protectors looked at each other, their expressions extremely complicated.

Then, as if flashing, they caught Wen Jian before he crashed to the ground, avoiding him from suffering more serious injuries.

"That's good."

One of them sighed lightly, "Although he's heavily injured, it's not irrecoverable."

"But this Xiao Ling'er..."

They found it unbelievable.

This was Embracing Moon Sect!

If it were in its heyday, it wouldn't be surprising for a disciple of Embracing Moon Sect to defeat Wen Jian. But now, this small Embracing Moon Sect is actually hiding such a dragon and tiger, even defeating Wen Jian?!

The other protector whispered, "Wen Jian was too impatient. He had just awakened his Sacred Body not long ago, and many of his techniques hadn't been comprehended yet, otherwise he wouldn't have lost."

"That's true."

But there was something they didn't say.

Even so, this Xiao Ling'er is definitely not an easy opponent.

She is definitely a Saint Child-level figure!

Wait another year, Sword Zi may not necessarily win. Instead of leaving behind this nightmare, why not...

However, Jian Wen seemed to sense what they were thinking. He struggled to open his eyes and said, "I have lost. Leave, come back in a year."

"If I can't defeat her, I will never claim to be invincible. And..."

"My Dao heart is unstable, my Sword Intent is impure!"

With these words, the two protectors were instantly deflated.

Forget it.

Sword cultivation values integrity, especially as one reaches the Late Stage. One must strive for a pure Dao heart and pure Sword Intent. If we were to destroy the Embracing Moon Sect ourselves, we might ruin Jian Zi's future.

"Then let's go."

The two protected Jian Wen and turned into sword light, disappearing.

Only a low shout echoed through this realm, "The Embracing Moon Sect shall be destroyed by my Spirit Sword Sect. Whoever makes a move will be an enemy of my Spirit Sword Sect!"

The sword light quickly receded and dissipated.

In the distance, the six strong individuals from the Chen and Jiang families were suddenly alarmed, feeling a tingling sensation on their scalps.

They were shocked by the dominance of a top-tier sect, and even more shocked by Xiao Ling'er's strength.

To win against the contemporary Sword Zi in a battle of the same realm?! Not good!

In addition to their shock, they felt that something big was not right.

"We can't touch the Embracing Moon Sect, and with Xiao Ling'er's strength, the Liu family being so close to her... when she becomes a sixth realm cultivator, how many of us can stop her?!"

Chen Lao's mouth twitched, "Based on the battle power she displayed just now, as long as she becomes a sixth realm cultivator, even if she just broke through, she can easily kill the six of us."

The other five were displeased and wanted to argue.

But after careful consideration, they could only force a bitter smile.

This... is the truth!

But they clearly don't belong to the same era!

They are from different generations, yet they might be crushed by the rising tide on the beach?

This feeling of powerlessness made them feel extremely uncomfortable.

In the Immortal Martial Continent, generally speaking, "a thousand years" is considered an era.

In short, if two people are within a thousand years of age, they can barely be considered people of the same era. To dominate an era means to have talent and battle power that surpasses a thousand years, becoming the strongest of the current generation.

But they are all several hundred or two thousand years older than Xiao Ling'er.

They are from different generations.

Yet they suddenly realized that they might be suppressed in a short time.

What kind of damn peerless genius is this?

It makes people feel powerless and desperate...

"Ah, let's retreat."

"Fortunately, although they formed an alliance, the Liu family is the Liu family, and the Embracing Moon Sect is the Embracing Moon Sect. Perhaps we can try to befriend the Embracing Moon Sect..."

"Fortunately, we didn't directly attack the Embracing Moon Sect just now. Maybe there is still a chance."

They didn't want to take action anymore.

They were scared.

Although there might be a chance to kill the six sect members if they waited, the current problem was no longer the trash from the six sects.

"Speaking of which..."

On their way back, Chen Lao muttered, "Something is not right with the son of the Palace Master of the Jade Unicorn Palace. He was able to last three to five rounds against me with only the fourth realm cultivation. He must also be a genius."

"???"

The other five sixth realm experts looked at each other, "Since when did geniuses become so easy to come by?"

Damn it!

Why don't our families have such geniuses?!

"Senior Sister is mighty!"

Xiao Ling'er landed, her aura instantly weakened, entering a state of weakness.

The seven mascots immediately gathered around, cheering continuously.

After communicating with them for a while, Xiao Ling'er walked up to Lin Fan and bowed, "Master, your disciple has not disappointed you and has not tarnished the reputation of our sect."

Upon hearing this, Wang Yulin and the others from the six sects were all dumbfounded.

Unbelievable and difficult to endure!

You guys are just like us, third-rate sects!

Third-rate!

And your overall strength is considered mediocre among third-rate sects. With disciples like this, winning against a Saint Child-level figure of the same realm, you actually say that you haven't disappointed and haven't tarnished the reputation of our sect?

No, you don't have any reputation now!

Why does it sound like winning is reasonable and losing is embarrassing?

You've got it all wrong!

However, what made them completely dumbfounded was that Lin Fan nodded lightly, completely unsurprised.

What the hell are you guys thinking?!

They were completely dumbfounded.

Lin Fan nodded lightly and helped Xiao Ling'er up, smiling, "How are your injuries?"

"It will be fine after resting for some time, it doesn't matter. Thank you for your concern, Master."

Xiao Ling'er also responded with a smile.

Very good.

In the face of such a crisis, we managed to pass through safely and protect our sect.

At this moment, Xiao Ling'er felt particularly delighted in her heart.

She looked at the many fellow disciples.

The seven mascots were still cheering and jumping around, while the five elders were all smiling at her. The sect master still appeared to be in control of everything. As for Senior Brother Fan...

He still couldn't understand.

"But it's really great that I didn't bring trouble to the sect."

However, she didn't know that the seemingly calm sect master was actually quite worried.

Fortunately, Spirit Sword Sect values trustworthiness.

But he couldn't be sure if this annual "small crisis" had truly passed.

We can't let our guard down!

"You should rest and heal first. I will take care of the follow-up matters."

"Yes, Sect Master."

Xiao Ling'er left.

She always felt that the sect master was very mysterious.

And she always felt that the seemingly Third Profound Essence realm, Fifth Layer sect master was even more powerful than herself.

"Congratulations, congratulations."

After the shock and numbness, the people from the six sects finally reacted.

Immediately, they congratulated Lin Fan.

"Congratulations, Sect Master Lin. With such a talented disciple, there is hope for the revival of Embracing Moon Sect!"

"Hey~!"

But Lin Fan waved his hand and turned his head, saying, "Let's not talk about that. We are all brothers and sisters!"

"Today, the sects of all of you brothers and sisters have experienced a major change. Fortunately, the losses were not too great. Let's immediately arrange the follow-up matters properly."

"Yes, yes, of course."

The people who had only superficially "submitted" now changed their attitudes and truly respected and acknowledged Lin Fan.

With such a monstrous disciple and Spirit Sword Sect's guarantee, they couldn't afford to provoke them.

But fortunately, they didn't need to provoke them either.

Next...

Naturally, they would curry favor!

Who knows, maybe one person's success would benefit everyone. Even if they couldn't achieve success, they could still take advantage of the current alliance to collect more Spirit Medicine in exchange for high-quality elixirs.

Then, they began to discuss related matters.

The first thing was to go back and set up the sect's protective formation.

But the premise was to make sure that the people from the two major families had already left.

But... how to make sure?

Everyone looked at Liu Er.

Liu Er remained calm on the surface, but he was panicking inside.

You want me to go?

With my current condition, are you trying to kill me?

"Don't worry, it's too troublesome for this old man to go alone. I think the strong members of my Liu family will come out of that Secret Realm soon. I will contact them to come over..."

About half an hour later, the people from the Liu family arrived.

Even Liu Wanli, the head of the Liu family, came personally, and his attitude was very low. He apologized in person, indicating that he had received the news and knew about Xiao Ling'er's terrifying talent!

This scene shocked the people from the six sects even more.

This is the Liu family!

Comparable to a second-rate sect, the Liu family.

The dignified family head actually acted like this?!

Before they could calm down, they talked about the breaking of Embracing Moon Sect's protective formation...

Liu Wanli immediately said it didn't matter.

The Liu family was willing to set up an even more astonishing protective formation for free.

The same kind as the Liu family's!

It could withstand several attacks from a Seventh Essence realm expert. If a Sixth Essence realm cultivator wanted to break the formation, unless they were a master of formations, more than ten Sixth Essence realm experts would need to join forces for half a day.

This was undoubtedly a huge investment.

The people from the six sects listened with envy.

We want it too!!!

However, the Liu family had no intention of setting up the formation for them, leaving them secretly envious.

Lin Fan also didn't hold back and immediately said that Xiao Ling'er had already mastered the Finger Mystic elixir that Fifth Essence realm cultivators needed for cultivation. He could provide a stable supply in the future.

The Liu family was overjoyed.

Liu Wanli was even more impressed with his decision.

This was a great move!!!

"Chen family, Jiang family..."

Before leaving, Liu Wanli made a statement, "This time, we were delayed by them. There won't be another time!"

"After I go back, I will immediately arrange for people to come and set up the formation."

"Thank you, Lord Liu."

Lin Fan also gave face and personally sent Master Liu into the teleportation array...

To investors, it is natural to give face.

Moreover, the cooperation has been pleasant so far.

Master Liu also left.

The ostensible reason is that the people of the two families dare not act recklessly, and the current situation of the Spirit Sword Sect has also confirmed their importance to the Embracing Moon Sect, so there is no need to worry too much in the short term.

As for the actual situation...

"I, Master Liu, still want to continue being a respectable person."

After that, the people of the six sects also bid farewell one after another and went back to clean up the aftermath.

The strong members of the Liu family have already carefully searched and confirmed that the strong members of the Chen and Jiang families have left, so they are not too worried.

As for the possibility of a counterattack...

Everyone thinks it's unlikely.

After all, the people of these two families are probably not in the mood for it.

...

The sword light cuts through the sky.

Wen Jian is silent, but not discouraged.

He is healing while his Sword Intent becomes more refined.

The two protectors see this and can't help but smile.

This is the unparalleled genius!

The so-called invincible belief is not about being confident of never being defeated, but about believing that no matter the process, the ultimate result will be their invincibility in the world, suppressing an era.

Each failure does not cause them too much damage, but rather makes them feel ashamed and brave, moving forward with more steady steps, and breaking through themselves.

...

"Teng'er."

On the ruins of the Jade Unicorn Palace, Wang Yulin is rebuilding the palace with his people, while softly asking, "If you were to fight against Xiao Ling'er and Wen Jian, how would it go?"

...

Wang Teng purses his lips slightly, and after a moment, he says, "There is a chance of winning!"

"My son indeed has the Posture of the Great Emperor!"

Wang Yulin is overjoyed.

But then Wang Teng suddenly lowers his voice and says, "Dad, what if I join the Embracing Moon Sect, can I learn the Great Sun Burning Heaven?"

"Huh?!"

Wang Yulin is stunned.

Your words make me doubt the truthfulness of what you said before!

But then Wang Teng says, "Now that we are in an alliance, and three days later is the day of the grand opening of the sect, although I already have cultivation, with my talent, if I join the Embracing Moon Sect, Lin Fan should not object, right?"

"I carry the Qilin Heavenly Map, and there were anomalies when I was born..."

"With such a birth, if I can learn the Great Sun Burning Heaven, cough."

Seeing his father's strange expression, Wang Teng quickly changes his words, "What I mean is, although I can become an immortal emperor, there are also advantages to learning the Great Sun Burning Heaven..."

Wang Yulin: "..."

But soon, he realizes.

"Yes! Three days later is the day of the grand opening of the sect!"

"Elders, you have worked hard. Take the disciples and rebuild the Jade Unicorn Palace as quickly as possible. I will rearrange the sect's protective formation with Teng'er. The only problem is that we don't have enough materials. I don't know if the elders..."

"Ah?!"

They are dumbfounded.

Materials?

Didn't they sell everything before and exchange it for medicinal herbs and pills?!

In the end, Wang Yulin's Law Treasure was still not preserved.

He wiped away his soul imprint with tears, sold it, and exchanged it for various formation materials.

After all, how can a sect not have a protective formation?

Fortunately, they are all cultivators, and most of the elders have reached the fifth realm, so their efficiency is extremely high, and they can still rebuild the sect before the day of the grand opening.

The Illusory Spirit Valley, Five Thunder Sect, Crimson Flame Sect, and other five sects are in a similar situation.

However, they were already poor because of exchanging for pills, and now they are even poorer.

Forced, they can only go out and hunt.

...

Late at night.

The Embracing Moon Sect is quite lively.

The people of the Liu family are running around the twenty-five spiritual mountains, setting up new formations.

Liu Xun personally commands, and this time, he is full of enthusiasm.

But Lin Fan quietly gathers five elders and seven auspicious beasts.

Today, they encountered a crisis, but it is also an opportunity!

At this moment, it is already the hour of the Rat, and it will soon pass. Obviously, the annual crisis has been overcome. Although the process is somewhat different from what he imagined, it should be time to "receive rewards" next.

However, passive waiting has never been Lin Fan's style.

"Five elders, and you seven, I have a task for you."

"Later, you will disperse and go to those mortal villages, towns, and the paths they take to enter the Ten Thousand Mountains. Spread the news of what happened today."

"The more people you inform, the better."

"No need to tell them who you are, and no need to exaggerate. Just tell them the truth from the perspective of an observer."

"I think..."

"At this moment, many people must be extremely curious, wanting to know what exactly happened here."

Speaking up to this point, Lin Fan couldn't help but smile.

If it were the nearby cultivator sects and forces, they would naturally be able to sense what happened here. Even if they were far away, they could find out through their own channels.

But it's different for ordinary people and independent cultivators.

Especially those potential disciples who were already on their way to pay respects to the nearby sects.

They must have witnessed the battle between Xiao Ling'er and Wen Jian, but they don't know what exactly happened.

If this matter were to be revealed...

It might scare away some people, but it would definitely attract more people.

The more people there are, the more people with protagonist templates there will be, right?

Moreover, Lin Fan doesn't plan to only recruit disciples with protagonist templates this time, he also needs to recruit ordinary disciples.

Menial disciples, outer disciples, inner disciples. If the five elders see promising talents, they can also take them in and personally teach them as elders.

Embracing Moon Sect now has twenty-five spiritual mountains. How can it still be as small-minded as before?

And now that there is a stable income, they can afford it!

A healthy sect cannot only have 'geniuses'.

Otherwise...

Who will take care of miscellaneous matters?

And how can it develop healthily and steadily?

With the five elders and seven mascots all descending the mountain, Embracing Moon Sect has become quiet inside.

Only the Liu family members are busy, and it's different from last time.

Last time when they were setting up the formation, the Liu family members had a lot of grievances. But before leaving, Lin Fan gave each of them a high-quality Profound Essence Pill, which was quite generous.

Therefore, this time when setting up the formation...

Everyone almost rushed to do it.

The enthusiasm was high!

At the same time, when they heard that Xiao Ling'er had actually defeated Wen Jian, they were extremely admiring. While exchanging information, they were also busy, and their efficiency noticeably improved.

Fan Jianqiang returned to the Sutra Pavilion, and it's unknown what he was busy with to 'stabilize' things.

Xiao Ling'er, on the other hand, was healing and recovering.

And it seems that she has gained some insights. Perhaps after her recovery, she can make further progress. Even if she can't directly break through to a higher realm, her combat power can still improve.

This is undoubtedly good news.

Her improvement represents Lin Fan's improvement.

As for Lin Fan...

He relaxed and lay down directly.

After half a year of fear and anxiety, it's not easy to get through the crisis. Can't he lie down for a few days?

As for arranging and preparing to welcome new disciples...

He did have this plan.

But after thinking about it, he gave up.

You have to act, damn it!

Even if you're eager for talents in your heart, you have to maintain your dignity on the surface so that others will think you're awesome and take the initiative to come to you.

Of course, top talents are an exception.

If it's certain where there are protagonist templates, Lin Fan doesn't mind taking the initiative to recruit people.

Haven't you seen how Tsinghua University and Peking University often use all kinds of means to fight for people, even more fiercely than in business battles? It's simply more exciting.

But there isn't.

So, at this moment, lying down is the most appropriate.

On the other hand, the five elders are very fast, so they are responsible for spreading the news to more distant towns.

Now, except for the second elder, the other four elders are all Fifth Realm experts, so they are very fast. In a short time, they spread the news and shocked countless people.

The reputation of Embracing Moon Sect is gradually being established.

But the seven mascots are only at the Second Condensing Essence Realm.

Three of them are at the Fourth Layer, and the weakest is at the Second Layer.

They can't be considered very powerful, but in this realm, they are not bad.

As long as they don't cause trouble, there won't be so many dangers.

So, they also dispersed to the surrounding areas, specifically looking for those mountain villages, the roads that must be passed through, and those who have already gathered to pay respects to the mountains. They pretended to chat with them and spread the news.

The efficiency is not low either.

Qiu Yongqin continued on his way and encountered three groups of people one after another. Each time, he enthusiastically shared the news with them.

The people who heard it were all shocked.

Even if he didn't boast or guide them to go to Embracing Moon Sect, many people actively asked where Embracing Moon Sect was and planned to change their route to go there.

Qiu Yongqin naturally wouldn't refuse and quickly gave them directions.

He was full of enthusiasm and didn't sleep all night.

The next day, in the afternoon.

He arrived at an ordinary mountain - Daqing Mountain.

The so-called ordinary means that the spiritual energy here is thin or nonexistent. Such areas are not occupied by cultivators, but there are plenty of ordinary mountain goods, so many mountain people gather here.

And among these mountain people, the dream of the vast majority is to join the Immortal Gate and become the supreme 'immortal'.

So, occasionally there are some talented seedlings.

Qiu Yongqin's hometown is in the Daxing Mountains.

"It has been several years since I returned, I don't know how my mother, father, and sister are doing."

"With my current strength, I can at least help them improve their physical fitness, help them live a healthy life for more than ten years, and also use the spiritual fruits I have saved..."

He felt a little nervous in his heart, feeling unfamiliar with his hometown.

"Cultivation knows no time. Now that the Embracing Moon Sect is thriving, I can achieve even greater success. In the future, my cultivation level will be higher. Perhaps a single seclusion will last for decades or even hundreds of years, and I will see them less and less."

Qiu Yongqin looked at the Qiu family village on the mountainside from a distance, and his smile grew wider.

However, as he got closer, his face suddenly changed.

"A bloody smell?"

"Such a strong bloody smell!"

"And it's human blood!"

"Not good."

At this moment, his heartbeat almost stopped, and then he rushed towards the Qiu family village at full speed.

After a while...

Looking at the village that resembled a purgatory, looking at the scattered limbs and broken arms, looking at the broken bodies of his parents, relatives, and sister...

"Ah!!!"

Qiu Yongqin's eyes turned red, and at this moment, he almost went crazy.

"No, no, no!!!"

"Who, who did this?!"

Suddenly, he let go of his sister's broken body and rushed to various places in the village.

"Third uncle!"

"Uncle!!"

"Grandfather Five..."

"Village chief grandfather!"

"Xiao Hua..."

One broken body after another, one desperate heartbreak after another, Qiu Yongqin's steps became slower and his breathing became heavier.

Tears had already filled his face, and he choked several times.

In the end, he could only cry out, "Is there anyone left?"

"Is there anyone left?"

"Is there... anyone left?"

His desperate cries echoed in the mountains, but there was no response for a long time.

"How could this happen, how could this happen?!"

"Who did this?!"

"Ah!!!"

He roared like a wild beast, but in the end, he suddenly spewed out a mouthful of blood, and then fell to the ground, his eyes turning white and his originally pitch-black pupils losing their color.

For a long, long time...

Boom!

The sound of thunder exploded, and then, heavy rain poured down.

Qiu Yongqin crawled up like a walking corpse, expressionless, grieving as if his heart had died.

Then, he began to act.

To collect the bodies of everyone.

He acted cautiously, doing his best to piece together these bodies, but even so, he couldn't piece them all together. Some of them had been partially eaten by wild beasts, which was extremely tragic and unbearable to look at.

While collecting the bodies of his family, he suddenly discovered something.

"No, this wasn't done by bandits, but..."

"Cultivators?!"

"It's cultivators!!!"

Qiu Yongqin gritted his teeth and deduced from the clues that it was the work of cultivators, and the other party's strength was not weak. However, they were playing and enjoying the perverse pleasure of killing and dismembering!

It seemed that this hellish scene was a beautiful landscape to him.

This suddenly gave him a target, who was already determined.

"Revenge, I will..."

"Seek revenge!"

"No matter who you are, no matter what your identity, status, or strength..."

"I swear here, even if I fall into the depths of hell, even if it's difficult to reach the heavens, I will kill you!"

Boom!

Thunder roared, as if witnessing his oath.

Immediately, Qiu Yongqin stopped speaking and did his best to bury his family and the villagers. Then, he set the entire village on fire.

Standing from a distance, watching the burning mountain village, memories flashed before his eyes like a passing scene, but his expression became more determined.

However, when the village was completely burned down, he unexpectedly found a small jade bottle in the ashes.

"What is this?"

Examining it carefully in his hand, he found that the jade bottle was carved with mountains, rivers, and plants, vivid and lifelike. What was rare was that even the lid of the jade bottle was made of jade.

The jade bottle was all green, and it felt valuable at first glance.

"It has been burned for so long, but it still feels cold to the touch?"

This thing is extraordinary!

He tried to open it, his divine sense probing into it, but found that his divine sense seemed to lose its effect inside the jade bottle, unable to 'perceive' anything.

When gently shaken, there was no reaction inside the jade bottle.

"Is there something inside?"

He poured out the jade bottle, but found nothing pouring out. It was only when he was about to cover it again that he noticed a drop of crystal-clear liquid hanging on the edge of the bottle, ready to drop at any moment.

"Such rich spiritual energy, is this spiritual liquid?"

Qiu Yongqin was puzzled, but as a cultivator in the Second Realm, he had some knowledge. He was certain that this was spiritual liquid, and of high quality.

Holding it in his hand, without hesitation, he swallowed it.

The belief in revenge had taken root and sprouted. At this moment, as long as he could improve his strength, he was willing to take any risk!

And with the ingestion of the spiritual liquid, he suddenly felt a refreshing sensation throughout his body, as if every cell in his body was trembling with excitement, and even a subtle sense of sublimation.

"This thing is extraordinary!"

"Unfortunately, there's only one drop?"

Qiu Yongqin felt the benefits brought by the spiritual liquid and was quite hopeful, but after waiting for a long time, there was no second drop coming out, causing him to smile bitterly.

Then, seeing that it was already late, he stayed outside the ruins of the village for the night.

That night, he tried to cultivate.

But he found that even though the spiritual energy here was extremely thin, his cultivation speed was not much slower than when he was in the sect.

"Why is that?"

"Could it be that the spiritual liquid..."

"Can enhance my aptitude?!"

······

The day when many sects in the southwest region opened their doors finally arrived.

People who had already set off on the road hurriedly went to the sects they had in mind, hoping to be accepted.

After three days of busy work, the Jade Unicorn Palace and the other five sects finally managed to restore their original appearance.

On this day, just as the sky was breaking dawn, they discovered that a large number of people coming to pay their respects were getting closer and closer, causing them to smile.

"Good, good!"

"So many people came to pay their respects this year?!"

"We will definitely be able to select some good talents!"

They were all very happy and immediately had their subordinates arrange everything, preparing for the upcoming busyness.

But...

Soon, they were dumbfounded.

"Jade Unicorn Palace?"

"Wasn't it said that Embracing Moon Sect was in this direction? I'm going to Embracing Moon Sect, I won't go to Jade Unicorn Palace."

"I haven't heard of Illusory Spirit Valley, is this sect powerful? I've heard that Embracing Moon Sect is very powerful, their disciples can contend with Saint Child-level figures. I want to join Embracing Moon Sect."

"Wu Lei Sect is quite domineering, can we negotiate? I'll go to Embracing Moon Sect first, and if I can't get in, then I'll come to Wu Lei Sect..."

Looking at these 'young people' with innocent faces, saying 'simple' words, the people from the six sects: "???"

Damn!

Do you even know what you're saying?

What nonsense is this!

They wanted to curse. But considering their current alliance relationship with Embracing Moon Sect, and the fact that what they said was true...

Moreover, those people had no interest in their sects, so they couldn't force them to join, right?

They might not even have the talent for it!

So they could only hold their noses and point the way.

However, most of them were somewhat puzzled.

"Where did you hear the news from?"

"That battle, even you mortals know about it?"

"The news spread so fast?!"

This shouldn't be the case!

There is a difference between immortals and mortals. Those with decent cultivation should not mix with mortals, and those who mix with mortals are those who can't make it in the cultivation world.

Even if these people have cultivation, they shouldn't know the details of the battle three days ago in such a short time, right?

Even if they saw the astonishing movement, who told them that it was Xiao Ling'er's battle with Swordmaster from Spirit Sword Sect?

There's a problem!

There must be a problem!

"We met a kind-hearted person."

These people were not vague and told the truth: "Seeing our curiosity about that battle, they told us everything. By the way, this immortal, is what he said true?"

"The huge sun in the sky three days ago was caused by the battle between Embracing Moon Sect disciples and a Saint Child-level figure?"

"...Yes."

The people from the six sects were dumbfounded.

Feeling absurd and helpless.

"Who told them all this?"

······

"People are here."

The five elders have all returned, and the seven auspicious beasts have also returned to their six, leaving only Qiu Yongqin who has not yet returned.

At this moment, on the main peak, the five elders, Xiao Ling'er, and Fan Jianqiang gathered.

Their divine senses spread out, "watching" the "sea of people" converging from all directions, with a look of joy on their faces.

The excitement and excitement of the five elders were beyond words.

"So many people!"

"By preliminary estimation, there are at least a hundred thousand!"

"Wonderful!!!"

"It's all thanks to the Sect Master's divine calculations. Otherwise, there wouldn't be so many people coming."

"I can be sure that most of them originally had different targets, but after Ling'er defeated Sword Master from the Spirit Sword Sect, they changed their minds."

Joy!

They were delighted by the large number of people who came, and even more surprised by Lin Fan's wisdom.

"Just a routine operation."

But Lin Fan didn't think it was a big deal. Wasn't it just another form of "advertisement"?

But he didn't like to brag, he only liked to tell the truth.

Advertisements were fine, but false advertisements were unacceptable. They would end up having sons without assholes.

Fortunately, their own achievements were impressive enough, so there was no need to boast.

And Lin Fan estimated that if they continued to develop normally, they wouldn't need to advertise anymore by the time they opened the mountain gate next year.

Because by then, the name of the Embracing Moon Sect would surely spread far and wide, attracting a large number of young men and women to come and worship the mountain.

"Go and busy yourselves, the six of them can't handle it all."

Lin Fan smiled, "I won't go, you can follow the sect's rules to recruit people, unless there's a surprise."

"This time, recruit five hundred to one thousand people."

"Recruit some laborers, outer disciples, and inner disciples. If you find suitable candidates, the five elders can also accept them as inner disciples."

"Yes, Sect Master."

The five elders were overjoyed and filled with mixed emotions.

From today onwards, the Embracing Moon Sect would have several hundred or even thousands of disciples!

Such a scale hadn't been seen in the Embracing Moon Sect for nearly a thousand years!

For the Embracing Moon Sect, there was a strange phenomenon.

For ordinary sects and forces, if you mentioned going back thousands of years, they would probably curse at you. It was hard enough for them to develop, and you want them to go back to before the liberation?

But for the Embracing Moon Sect...

Going back thousands of years?

Was there such a good thing?!

Could they negotiate and go back thirty to fifty thousand years...

The five elders happily went to carry out their orders.

Lin Fan looked at Xiao Ling'er and Fan Jianqiang, "Do you want to join in the fun?"

Xiao Ling'er pondered for a moment and then shook her head, "Disciple won't go. Now that there's some time, I'm preparing to try refining the Spirit Pill. If I can refine an Eight Grade or above, Second Elder's injuries should be able to heal."

"If it still doesn't work..."

"Then I'll have to wait until I break through the sixth realm and the seventh realm, and try refining the Heaven Mending Pill."

"You can arrange this matter yourself, don't delay your cultivation."

Lin Fan glanced at Xiao Ling'er, and it wasn't surprising that she was so anxious. Besides surviving, there wasn't a single "peaceful" protagonist. They had to solve all kinds of crises and hatred.

Xiao Ling'er had come here in such a miserable state, so there must have been some unknown experience in the past.

Now that she had some strength, she would naturally go and resolve those matters.

Lin Fan estimated...

It had only been a few months, right?

He just didn't know the specifics. Family grudges? Being jilted? Betrayed by a childhood sweetheart?

Well, Lin Fan was quite curious.

Of course, if help was needed at that time, he wouldn't hesitate.

But for now, the focus was on this year's enrollment ceremony.

Now that the crisis had passed, they should give some rewards, right?

Fan Jianqiang said he would go and watch the excitement~

Originally, he didn't know about this rule, but now he really wanted to join in the fun. It would be a happy thing if he could discover a protagonist template.

However, he didn't plan to show himself, just observe secretly~

...

At the first mountain of the outer sect, it was bustling with noise and excitement.

The huge square was filled with people, and the six auspicious beasts who had returned were maintaining order.

Thanks to their cultivation at the second realm, they didn't feel any pressure when dealing with these ordinary people and newly practicing cultivators.

However, many young people felt a bit strange when they saw such a huge mountain gate but only six disciples in charge.

"Embracing Moon Sect should be extremely powerful and have many disciples to contend with Saint Child-level figures, right? Why are there only a few people?"

But there were also some "smart" people who said, "What do you know? We're just here to worship the mountain. Only one in a hundred can enter the Immortal Gate. Most of us can only return in disappointment."

"For the mighty Immortal Gate, what are we? Just ants. Do you think they would care about us? It's just that they let a few ordinary disciples handle it, which is a bit arrogant, but it just shows the strength of the Embracing Moon Sect!"

"They don't care at all?!"

"Is it really like that?!"

Everyone around was stunned, and then they felt that it made sense.

The person smiled, "Of course it is."

Then he looked at a simple and honest young man next to him and asked, "Brother, what do you think?"

"Ah? Me? I don't know."

"But my cousin came last year," the simple-minded youth scratched his head.

The crowd immediately gasped, and then most of them had flattering expressions on their faces, "Your cousin got accepted?!"

"Brother, I'll have to trouble you to take care of him," the simple-minded youth shook his head unexpectedly.

The crowd: "···"

What's the point of saying he didn't get accepted?! What a waste of our time and effort!

The flattering expressions instantly disappeared, leaving only disdain.

The simple-minded youth continued, "My cousin said that last year, tens of thousands of people came, but only one person got accepted! And they didn't look at talent, only fate."

"Then why did you come?"

The youth who had just revealed the truth frowned, "One in ten thousand, with your... you definitely have no chance."

"I'm not seeking acceptance," the simple-minded youth chuckled, "I heard that those who came last year got to eat Spirit Beast meat, their physical fitness greatly improved, and they even extended their lifespan! My cousin is now the strongest hunter in the village."

The crowd finally understood.

Wow, he never even thought about getting accepted, he just wanted to freeload?!

But...

Many people also had thoughts, it seemed like freeloading wasn't a bad idea either. Joining the Immortal Gate was already extremely difficult, and if they couldn't get accepted, it wouldn't hurt to gain some benefits~!

It was at this moment that the five elders arrived.

Then, as usual, they began to inquire.

For example, those from the "Four Great Clans" stepped forward...

And those who had experienced the "priority admission" conditions were singled out.

Afterwards, it was a three-day observation, just like last year.

The purpose was to try and select those who met the "special admission conditions" among them.

It was because the strength of the four elders had already reached the fifth Finger Mystic realm. Otherwise, with over ten thousand people, they might not have noticed all the details.

Naturally, Spirit Beast meat was also provided as usual.

Now, Embracing Moon Sect had twenty-five Spirit Mountains, so they didn't lack low-level Spirit Beasts.

However, this year, it wasn't one of the elders who went hunting, six lucky animals were enough.

Spirit Beasts in the Condensing Essence realm were enough for ordinary people to eat. If the realm was higher, who knows what trouble might arise.

Even a Spirit Beast in the first Profound Opening realm, if you added some Spirit Medicine and spiritual fruits to stew it, it would be greatly beneficial for ordinary people to have a bowl.

On this trip...

At noon, while drinking the fragrant meat soup, most of the youths couldn't help but think that this trip was worth it~!

······

"Qiu Yongqin hasn't returned yet?"

Using his divine sense to scan the sect, Lin Fan furrowed his brows slightly.

"After this is over, I need to arrange for the elders to refine Life Tokens. With Life Tokens, at least when disciples are away from the sect, we can know their status and whether they're alive or dead."

Life Tokens were a fairly common type of treasure.

Cultivators could place a strand of their divine soul in it. Afterwards, even if they were thousands of miles apart, if the cultivator encountered an accident, the corresponding Life Token would show a corresponding reaction.

If they were injured, the Life Token would dim.

If they were on the verge of death, the Life Token would crack. And if they died, the Life Token would shatter...

Time flew by, and two days passed.

On this day, Elder Duan Qingyao came to report, "Master, good news, great news!!!"

"Oh?!" Lin Fan became interested, "Tell me quickly."

"Yes, Master!"

"There's someone outside who was jilted, their parents disappeared, they have a mysterious smile on their face, and they like to talk to their ring!"

"They satisfy the first, second, third, and fourth rules of the disciple recruitment rules!"

"If they join the sect, won't our Embracing Moon Sect be invincible?!"

Duan Qingyao was particularly excited about this discovery.

She didn't know what basis these disciple recruitment rules had, but... Xiao Ling'er only satisfied one of them, and she was able to grow to such an extent in just one year, competing with Saint Child-level characters!

If someone satisfied all four, wouldn't they be an unparalleled genius, capable of suppressing several eras and being invincible in the world?!

"What?!" Lin Fan was overjoyed, "Is this true?"

Isn't this the reward after the crisis?!

Satisfying all four, this is not even a protagonist template!

"Quick, let him come in. I, as the sect master, want to accept him as a disciple... Wait, what's his name?"

"Um, I haven't asked yet, but he looks clever. Judging from his interactions with others, his surname should be... Tang?"

"Tang?!"

Whoosh!

It was as if a basin of cold water was instantly poured down from the sky, and Lin Fan's excitement disappeared without a trace. He even felt a chill in his hands and feet, and his undershirt was instantly covered in cold sweat.

Black lines hung down from his forehead...

Damn it, the buffs are almost maxed out, and such an excellent protagonist template is actually surnamed Tang!

Are you kidding me?!

Isn't this playing with me?

Reward? This is a damn crisis!

(End of this chapter)