Chapter 1718 (Raw 1729.5 Missing from raws):
Zhen Yuan felt stunned. He had been preparing to make a move. However, when Xiao Chen reprimanded him, he stopped and groaned internally.
The Mahāmāyā Abstinence Violation Saber Technique!
Although Zhen Yuan had never truly seen the Mahāmāyā Abstinence Violation Saber Technique, it was simply too infamous among the Buddhist sects, something that had become taboo long ago.
The peculiarities of this Saber Technique were extremely clear: break the abstinence, break it and go on a killing spree!
Zhen Yuan could make out in a glance the queerness of Xiao Chen's Saber Technique, which brought the Mahāmāyā Abstinence Violation Saber Technique to mind. He was immediately tempted, even more tempted than by the Dao Tool.
Zhen Yuan had long been dissatisfied with the title of the strongest true inheritor in the Grave Sea Cluster. When coming into this Fiendish Demon Battlefield, he only thought of casually walking around. He never thought of seeking out a fortuitous encounter that would interest him.
However, first, the Dao Tool appeared. Then, Xiao Chen used the Mahāmāyā Abstinence Violation Saber Technique. This completely roused Zhen Yuan's interest.
With this Mahāmāyā Abstinence Violation Saber Technique, Zhen Yuan would be even more confident when he left the Grave Sea in the future.
Even if he could not cultivate it, it was still something derived from a Primogenitor Grade Cultivation Technique. He would definitely benefit from studying it.
However, Zhen Yuan saw the unconscious Shangguan Lei and that horrific wound on his chest.
Zhen Yuan was sure that it would be difficult to take down Xiao Chen. Who could tell whether Xiao Chen could execute Resolving the Mundane again? Even if he won, it would be a miserable victory.
This was a Martial Technique that could threaten a Cloud Sea cultivator. At their cultivation, it was not that easy to bear.
As Zhen Yuan thought, he considered a lot of things. Then, he said seriously, "Since Benefactor is already tied by fate to this saber, I, Zhen Yuan, will naturally not interfere. The people of the Buddhist sect hold fate in high esteem, and we will never do anything that goes against that principle."
Actually, the most important thing was that the rice was already cooked. Xiao Chen could draw the Tyrant Saber; thus, he would not be that easy to deal with.
This discussion about fate was just an excuse. That Zhen Xuan was also a Profound Light Temple disciple.
Based on Zhen Xuan's actions at the Buddha Seeking Platform, he did not seem to care about things like fate.
Xiao Chen's mind was very clear. The people of the Buddhist sect were also human. They just practiced the Martial Techniques of the Buddhist sect and did not truly cut themselves off from the seven emotions and six desires.
Otherwise, the Buddhist sect would have been eliminated from this world where the law of the jungle applied.
Hence, Xiao Chen did not relax. He continued to circulate his Veritable Essence Energy, using the recovery ability of the Azure Dragon bloodline to heal the injuries of his right hand quickly.
In reality, Xiao Chen found even moving his right hand difficult right now.
When Shangguan Lei executed the Purple Thunder Seven Strikes with his peak Major Primal Core cultivation, the move's might was greater than most people expected. It could already pose a threat to an ordinary Cloud Sea Star Venerate. This person's strength truly lived up to his reputation.
Wang Yueming held his folding fan, remaining silent, his eyes wandering between the unconscious Shangguan Lei and Xiao Chen, who held the Tyrant Saber.
On one hand, he was evaluating the risk of making a move. On the other hand, he wanted to figure out Xiao Chen's bottom line, to see if Xiao Chen was injured and how severely.
If Wang Yueming had known that Xiao Chen's right arm was as good as useless earlier, he definitely would not have hesitated to make a move.
"However, I can tell that Benefactor's right tibia is already severely injured. I have the Profound Light Temple's Bone Joining Spirit Paste. It is wondrously effective for treating bone injuries."
Zhen Yuan managed to make out something strange. He raised his eyebrows and chose to test Xiao Chen, taking out a box of paste and tossing it at him.
"Whoosh!"
Under Zhen Yuan's control, the Bone Joining Spirit Paste shot towards Xiao Chen at lightning speed.
This bald monk was really crafty. He said one thing but did another. Fortunately, Xiao Chen had not believed him earlier.
Xiao Chen could not help cursing in his heart, feeling some disgust for this Zhen Yuan.
If he could not show Zhen Yuan a right arm that he could control freely, Zhen Yuan would probably attack him the moment he caught the Bone Joining Spirit Paste.
Fortunately, the Azure Dragon bloodline's recovery ability was astonishing, and Xiao Chen's physique far surpassed that of his contemporaries.
During the time obtained from delaying, Xiao Chen had already recovered from most of his arm injuries—enough to deal with the situation before him.
He grasped the Tyrant Saber and brandished it in a flickering flourish. Then, he spun around lightly and stabbed the saber into the ground before quickly extending his hand.
After firmly catching the other party's Bone Joining Spirit Paste, Xiao Chen said indifferently, "Many thanks."
Seeing Xiao Chen's nimble reaction, the hearts of Zhen Yuan and Wang Yueming sank. They knew that they could only choose to give up.
Firstly, Xiao Chen held a Dao Tool and grasped two kinds of Great Dao Energy. Secondly, he could execute a Saber Technique that could threaten a Star Venerate. Even though he was only a peak Minor Primal Core cultivator, he could not be underestimated. Before making a move on him, one had to consider the consequences first.
"Benefactor, take care!"
Zhen Yuan gave Xiao Chen a deep look. However, he thought to himself, The future is long. There will still be opportunities in the future to obtain the manual for the Mahāmāyā Abstinence Violation Saber Technique.
"Goodbye. Young Master Xiao, congratulations on obtaining a Dao Tool."
With an elegant smile, Wang Yueming performed a cupped-fist salute and offered his congratulations, preparing to leave as well.
The many sect disciples in the periphery could not help but sigh. After going in a round, the Dao Tool returned to Xiao Chen's hands in the end.
What was another's would remain another's in the end.
Xiao Chen released his bated breath. He finally pulled through this stage. He had reaped an ample harvest on this trip, a continuous string of fortuitous encounters. Once he left this place and digested all these resources, his strength would be thoroughly firmed up and then improve further.
At that time, even without the Tyrant Saber, Xiao Chen would be very confident of defeating Shangguan Lei, Wang Yueming, and Zhen Yuan.
"Senior Brother, wait a moment!"
Just at this moment, a white-clad disciple walked out unhurriedly from the crowd of Potala Mountain monks. This person was the one who had called out to stop Zhen Yuan.
This person's voice was not loud. However, he used a special method to allow everyone to hear his clear and crisp voice.
Xiao Chen looked at that figure and was shocked. It was the Black Lotus Church Holy Son.
It turned out that this fellow did not go anywhere. He had been hiding here. This was truly unexpected.
Zhen Yuan looked at the Black Lotus Church Holy Son. Feeling doubts, he asked, "Junior Brother Yan She, what do you want to say?"
The Black Lotus Church Holy Son stepped forward and pointed at Xiao Chen. Then, he said, "There is a problem with this person. He is a spy that the Black Lotus Church inserted into the blessed lands!"
What!
Zhen Yuan's expression changed greatly. An uncontrollable killing Qi shot out of his eyes as he turned his head to look at Xiao Chen.
The orthodox Buddhist sects and the Black Lotus Church stood on opposite sides. They could not coexist. This thought had been planted deep in the hearts of every Buddhist sect disciple since long ago.
Even if they had to risk their lives, they had to capture Xiao Chen and investigate whether he was really a Black Lotus Church disciple.
When the Black Lotus Church first came to the Grave Sea Cluster, they had fought with the many temples of the Potala Mountain. The battle seemed never-ending.
This continued until the Black Lotus Church left the Grave Sea and settled in a peripheral great realm. Only then did things calm down.
The Black Lotus Church did not have a good reputation with the other sects, either.
The moment the Holy Son Ming Xuan made that accusation, he triggered a commotion. Now, when the people around looked at Xiao Chen, their perspective had changed.
"No wonder his Buddhist sect Martial Technique is so strong. It turns out that he's from the Black Lotus Church!"
"The Black Lotus Church really never changed its evil nature. It wanted to enter the blessed lands in the past but was defeated back then. It looks like it wants to make another attempt!"
"That is really possible. He seems to have entered the Purple Flame Sect only recently. Furthermore, he did not enter through the normal channels."
Various discussions broke out, all of them unfavorable to Xiao Chen.
Xiao Chen revealed a cold smile, feeling so frustrated that he wanted to vomit blood. This Holy Son Ming Xuan was truly shameless to make such an accusation.
Zhen Yuan calmed down and said, "Yan She, do not speak nonsense. You need evidence to back your words. Otherwise, you will cause a conflict between the Purple Flame Sect and our temple. Although Master likes you, the consequences will be more than you can bear."
The Holy Son Ming Xuan replied unhurriedly, "When we fought at the Buddha Seeking Platform, he accidentally exposed the Martial Technique of the Black Lotus Church. If you do not believe it, just look!"
After saying that, the Holy Son Ming Xuan pointed a finger, and the remnant black lotus mark in Xiao Chen's body burned uncontrollably.
Immediately, black-colored evil energy came from Xiao Chen's body and spread out, forming a strange black lotus hovering in the air.
Xiao Chen's expression changed. Damn it, I forgot about this!
"A black lotus! He really is a Black Lotus Church disciple!"
Countless people exclaimed their surprise at such "iron-clad evidence."
A smile flashed in Wang Yueming's eyes. Given this, everyone would group up and attack this spy that the Black Lotus Church planted.
There would be no need to worry about any repercussions from the Purple Flame Sect after this. In the end, the ownership of the Dao Tool was still up for grabs.
Wang Yueming gently fanned himself with his folding fan and turned around. He casually took a few steps forward and said indifferently, "Young Master Xiao, you really hid yourself very deeply. You nearly cheated all of us."
With these words, Wang Yueming directly proclaimed judgment on Xiao Chen, not giving him a chance to explain.
Zhen Yuan's skin suddenly turned a dark gold as his body emanated a shocking Buddhist Might. He was like a golden arhat descending.
He stepped forward and used his aura to lock down firmly on Xiao Chen. This time, he was going to fight for real.
The formidable Buddhist Might was ferocious and tyrannical. His skin gained a dark-gold sheen. Vaguely, the flickering Buddhist light filled with explosive energy.
As Zhen Yuan walked over, he gave off an extremely strong pressure.
The two experts worked together once again. However, this time, they intended to kill.
The Holy Son Ming Xuan smiled as he looked at Xiao Chen, satisfied with the results of his meddling.
Zhen Yuan looked at Xiao Chen and asked, "Benefactor Xiao, do you have anything to say?"
Xiao Chen smiled coldly and raised the Tyrant Saber with his right hand. Then, he pointed the saber at them and said calmly, "The wise man knows he knows nothing; the fool thinks he knows all. Furthermore, what do you two count for? I don't need to explain to you! I will say only this: take another step forward, and be ready to die!"
Given these two fellows' judgment, they actually knew that this evidence was insufficient to prove Xiao Chen's identity.
Yet, these two firmly insisted on this identity for Xiao Chen. Clearly, they wanted to use this excuse to achieve their own aims.
Given that, Xiao Chen did not need to be so polite.
Zhen Yuan and Wang Yueming could not help feeling stunned as they faced Xiao Chen's gaze.
The two heard the murderous intent and rage in Xiao Chen's tone, which indicated a cold pride.
"Kill him. To think that this evil Black Lotus Church disciple still dares to speak so arrogantly!"
"To think that he is so bold, even managing to mingle his way into the blessed lands!"
Immediately, the many disciples of the Potala Mountain and the Heavenly Shaking Mountain burst out with righteous indignation, hooting incessantly to attack Xiao Chen.
"Don't blame me for not giving you an opportunity to explain. The Black Lotus Church is mortal enemies with the Buddhist sects. All Buddhist sect disciples will kill on sight and are allowed to break their abstinence for this!" Zhen Yuan said coldly.
Xiao Chen smiled faintly. "I return those words to you. Don't blame me for not warning the two of you. If you take another step, then prepare to die. I never joke!"
It looked like Xiao Chen could not avoid a fierce battle. In the end, it would be hard for him to escape this calamity.
