Please, Young Master, Slay the Demon!
Chapter 1016 - 77 Me? [Two in One]_2

Chapter 1016: Chapter 77 Me? [Two in One]_2

They did not question Chu Liang’s decision. Just as when Jiang Tiankuo wanted to find his own wife, many people felt it was unnecessary and that one could live well outside Shenxu.

But some things must be done.

Passing through the Shenxu barrier, they took a familiar path and arrived at Shenxu Temple again, where it was as tranquil as ever.

Yang Buwei was sweeping fallen leaves in front of the courtyard, and when he saw Immortal Qi Jing, his hands subconsciously clenched.

"I’m not going to hit you today," Immortal Qi Jing said with a laugh, "We’re here to see the temple master."

"Hmph," Yang Buwei turned his head away, pretending not to see.

Bai Yuxian led the two of them swaggeringly into Shenxu Temple, passing through buildings and courtyards, until they reached the main hall.

The temple master was already seated in the hall, holding a cup of hot tea, his eyes fixed straight ahead, as if waiting for something. It was not until he saw the three of them that he revealed a smile.

"You’re back," he greeted them.

"The junior has some things and needs your help. We’re relatives, so you better not be too harsh on him," Bai Yuxian stated indifferently.

"As long as it’s within the rules, when have I ever made things difficult for anyone?" the temple master said with a hint of nonchalance and a touch of grievance, chuckling. "Tell me, what is it?"

Chu Liang stepped forward and solemnly said, "I want to borrow the Great Dao of Furnace."

He then recounted the tale of how Evil Ksitigarbha caused havoc in Shu Mountain, how Tuntun fell after battling fiercely with it, and then he added, "Senior Brother Yuan witnessed the whole event at Shu Mountain, so I assume the temple master already knows. Tuntun’s Origin of Life is weak, and I want to revive her as soon as possible. I’ve had some inspiration from the Dao of Creation and want to give it a try. But I don’t know how many days it will take to reach the realm of controlling Tianyuan, so I would like to borrow the Great Dao of Furnace for this purpose."

"You want to advance to Tianyuan quickly?" the temple master mused, "Indeed, the Great Dao of Furnace might make it possible, but it is not easy. Actually, entering the Great Dao of Furnace is a very risky affair; if the advancement fails, you will be lost and fall within it. And the deeper the Dao, the more difficult the advancement and the higher the risk. With your talent, ordinary Dao would be easily accessible, but if you wish to control the Dao of Creation, it is almost the most difficult Dao in the world. There’s a great danger that you might lose yourself forever in it if you’re not careful."

"I am not afraid," Chu Liang said resolutely. "Temple master, just tell me what price I need to pay."

"The price...," the temple master pondered for a moment and then said, "Helping you to advance would indeed affect the Mortal Realm, and it is really outside the rules. If you want to use the Great Dao of Furnace, then you need to do something for me."

"Please say it," Chu Liang replied.

"If your advancement fails, naturally, we need not talk about getting lost within it. But if you succeed, I want you to go and slay Evil Ksitigarbha," the temple master said.

Ah?

Chu Liang was taken aback and could only utter one word, "Me?"

He looked carefully at the temple master to confirm he hadn’t misunderstood. That was Evil Ksitigarbha, a Heavenly Demon of the Upper Realm that not even Demon Gods could oppose. Even if it was the weakest Ninth Realm in history, it was still the Ninth Realm.

Even if he succeeded in advancing, he would only be at the Eighth Realm.

You could have just said you wanted me dead outright.

"I can lend you the Pan God Bone, and it doesn’t matter what resources you use or how many people you mobilize; I want you to eliminate it," the temple master said. "Heavenly Demons are like a cancer invading this part of the Mortal Realm, wanting to devour this world and then leave, which is absolutely forbidden by the Ascension Law. However, before that, I cannot make a move against him."

If Shenxu Temple could act on the grounds of "he intends to harm the Mortal Realm," then the grey areas in between would be too many. Shenxu Temple could use the power left by Saint Li to eliminate dissidents at will, based merely on judgment. If the power of righteousness were to be misused, it would be worse than evil itself.

Therefore, under the rules left by Saint Li, Shenxu Temple must not intervene in Mortal Realm affairs before the violation of Ascension Law occurs. This is an ironclad rule.

"While he is extremely weakened from the great battle with the Demon God, you should have the ability to eliminate him," the temple master looked at Chu Liang. "Can you do it?"

"Of course, I can," Chu Liang agreed without hesitation.

He had originally thought there would be very harsh conditions, but eliminating Evil Ksitigarbha was also something he desired. If the temple master could provide the whereabouts of Evil Ksitigarbha’s hiding place, that would be even better.

Once all conditions were negotiated, the temple master waved his large sleeve and with a thunderous sound, a huge cauldron landed. The body of the cauldron was inscribed with profound runes that dazzled those who looked upon it.

"I need to warn you one last time, once you enter it, you may never be able to come out again," the temple master said gravely. "Do you really want to go in?"

"Hmm," Chu Liang remained unshaken.

"You’re very confident," the temple master said with a smile, "This time you didn’t even make a will."

"I did," Chu Liang replied, looking at him. "It’s just in someone else’s hands, I didn’t let Senior Brother Yuan know about it."

Ever since he knew that Senior Brother Yuan was one of the temple master’s three thousand incarnations, he had started to keep his guard up against him, at least not entrusting him with core secrets anymore. Whenever he spoke outside in presence of Blockhead, he would unconsciously lower his voice.

The temple master sighed, "Ah, it would have been better not to tell you."

Chu Liang gave him a speechless look, You didn’t plan on telling me anyway, but I’m not blind.

Your Senior Brother Yuan’s square face and square skull are unmistakably square, even if they were burnt to ash, how could I not recognize it?

...

In the Yu Dynasty Land, Xizhou.

The recent drastic changes in celestial phenomena initially caused great panic among the people, but they gradually got used to it. The blinding firelight covering the Western Sea, the chaotic darkness over the Southern Sea, and the brilliant constellations in the sky above Xizhou that never dimmed day or night.

Gradually, the common people grew curious about who would become the new divinity. As mortals, they did not understand much about it and only hoped that the new divinity would be a member of the Human Clan.

According to historical legends, whichever clan the divinity belongs to will dominate the Mortal Realm for at least a thousand years. If the Demonic Clan gains another god, the days of the Human Clan might become difficult again.

If it is a kind demon, it would at most lead the rise of the Demonic Clan. But if it is a wicked demon, then the blood and storms of three thousand years ago might arise once more.

Among the visible Limiters, only Ancestor Tian Xing is from the Human Clan.

Therefore, the civilians of the Human Clan support Ancestor Tian Xing the most. If there were an election for divinity, Ancestor Tian Xing’s election would be beyond doubt.

Civilians in the Southern Region may have some affection for Shu Mountain, and those in the North Region might hold some hope for Venerable Wanfa. Even though the Imperial Court broadcasted that Venerable Wanfa faked his death and that Evil Ksitigarbha was brought in by him, Sacred Mountain has a strong foundation in the North Region and many believers.

Until they see it with their own eyes, a large number of believers won’t believe in Venerable Wanfa’s corruption.

However, compared to the vast number of supporters for Ancestor Tian Xing, these people don’t matter much. In recent days, a lot of people have traveled from afar to Xizhou, as if on a pilgrimage to worship the resplendent celestial star brightening up the clear daytime sky, as though to pay their respects to the Human Clan saint in advance.

Inside the Heavenly King Sect’s cave abode above, Ancestor Tian Xing, dressed in a white robe, sat upright on a circular platform, connecting his spirit with the Starry Sky.

The dazzling Venus Star in the sky flickered with the rotation of his Zhou Tian, its brightness rivaling the sun and moon. If he were to succeed in his path, then Taibai Star would stand shoulder to shoulder with the sun and moon, transcending the existence of ordinary stars.

While he was meditating, a mass of dark clouds suddenly appeared from afar, gradually obscuring the luminous Venus Star.

Chaotic Power.

"I am far from the Southern Sea and have never crossed paths with it; Ancestor Wu Chao, why do you obstruct my cultivation?" Ancestor Tian Xing suddenly opened his eyes, his voice thundering forth.

Even though his voice was as loud as thunder, those nearby could not hear it. This voice would directly reach the Southern Sea, then echo across the surface of the sea, stirring up waves and billows!

Boom—

The people of Xizhou did not know the situation in the Southern Sea; they only saw that the stars in the sky were suddenly enveloped by a dark mist, causing widespread unease.

Just then, amidst the dark clouds, a sky full of Divine Fire appeared, and a clear and loud cry resounded overhead!

"You avoid crossing water with the Southern Sea, but you have blocked my path," the majestic voice of the Divine Phoenix echoed through Xizhou.

"Ancestor Tian Xing, today you only have two options. Either step aside or... die!"