Please, Young Master, Slay the Demon!
Chapter 750 - 4 Emotion! [2 in 1]_2

Chapter 750: Chapter 4 Emotion! [2 in 1]_2

If his support was in play, revitalizing Taotie City might indeed be simpler.

His reasoning was crystal clear: it didn’t matter who had harmed you, as long as they could help, that was enough.

This logic puzzled Huyan Dong. At such a young age, where had this strange mentality, always prioritizing his personal gain, been cultivated?

If children raised in Shu Mountain possessed such cunning, considering his own son, Taotie City’s defeat wasn’t unwarranted at all.

Dismissively chuckling, he said, "Don’t be too naive; not everything will go as you imagine. If you could gain the protection of Venerable Wanfa today, then all is well. But if you can’t, both you and your disciple from Mang Mountain will soon perish. Then what basis would we have for cooperation?"

"If that’s so." Chu Yi suddenly countered. "If I can win over Venerable Wanfa, will you agree to cooperate?"

Staring at his confident face, Huyan Dong felt slightly dazed, finding himself unable to flatly refuse. After considering momentarily, he responded, "Let’s discuss this when you return from Sacred Mountain. Not everyone has an audience with the Venerable."

"Hmm." Chu Yi snorted and chuckled, "If the Venerable really is as magical as the legends claim, then he will definitely meet me."

A group, three pairs of two, ascended the vast, virgin snow mountain, gradually getting closer to the peak, finally stopping outside God’s temple on the mountaintop.

A middle-aged monk clad in coarse robes appeared. His attire was dissimilar to monks from Yunque Temple, exposing half his shoulder. His hair was pale yet sparse enough to reveal his balding head.

The disciple under Venerable Wanfa, Zen Master Wu E in the flesh.

His appearance had once sent the Underworld King Sect Master scampering in fear.

Upon seeing the three visitors to Sacred Mountain, Master Wu E firstly nodded towards Huyan Dong, "Castellan Huyan, it’s been a while since we’ve met. I trust you’ve been well?"

Upon seeing Chu Yi, he looked curious. But upon spotting Li Jiantong who was with them, the Zen Master’s gaze filled with disgust. Perhaps he had detected the bloodlust exuding from him.

Huyan Dong forced a bitter smile, "News of Taotie City must’ve reached the Zen Master, how could I be well? I’m barely alive."

"Having arrived at Sacred Mountain today means you’re safe." Master Wu E replied, then turned to Chu Yi, adding, "The Venerable would like to meet the young Emperor."

Huh?

The unexpected title startled everyone. Huyan Dong knew Chu Yi’s identity was mysterious but hadn’t expected such a revelation, and it left him momentarily lost in contemplation.

Including Li Jiantong, who had been following closely, everyone’s eyes were thoughtful as they looked at Chu Yi.

His identity had always been Chu Yi’s deepest secret. Besides Chu Liang, no one else knew about it, and even he had only pieced it together in recent years. He hadn’t anticipated that before even meeting with the Venerable Wanfa, his identity would already have been uncovered.

But he did not show any displeasure. Instead, he smiled slightly and respectfully bowed to Zen Master Wu E and continued his solitary climb.

The peak of the snow mountain seemed solemn and grand compared to the silhouette of a child heading towards it.

However, his steps were so firm.

...

On the return journey to Shu Mountain, Empress Feng questioned Chu Liang’s decision.

"That lousy Talisman Sect was burned to the ground by me, and yet you wasted so much money for what... an acquisition?" She was full of confusion.

Just a moment ago, when Chu Liang announced his intention to acquire the Talisman Sect, both Empress Feng and Huan Leisheng were astonished.

Huan Leisheng was startled, thinking, "I only wanted to borrow some money, and yet you want to take my base?"

Empress Feng, on the other hand, was puzzled. "What use could you possibly have for that useless thing?"

The entire Nao Mountain nearly went up in flames because of her, and even if they could restore it, what good would it do? The location would make for a terrible cemetery, as it’s too remote.

Chu Liang’s subsequent explanation struck a chord with Huan Leisheng.

Chu Liang said, "If I ask for a share in the Talisman Heavenly Plate, that would mean I’m doing this solely for its potential profits. But, as a person who has received the inheritance of the Talisman Heavenly Master in the secret realm of Talisman Immortal Sect, I have a duty to contribute to the advancement of Talisman Way no matter what."

Even if it costs him all his resources, he will be determined to help create the Talisman Heavenly Plate even if he ends up impoverished.

This dedication! The steadfastness of this passion touched Huan Leisheng. If he was still bargaining over money now, that really would seem petty in comparison to the grandeur of the Talisman Way.

However, a deal is a deal. Even with his dedication to the Talisman Way, the money Huan Leisheng owes Red Cotton Peak can’t be wiped away. Not to mention there will be a lot of resource expenditure in the future. Therefore, Chu Liang has concluded that the most secure approach is to take over the Talisman Sect as his own.

"Of course, I will not try to change anything about the Talisman Sect’s inheritance, and I will not interfere with the Sect’s internal affairs," he said earnestly. "Even Mr. Huan’s position as Sect Leader will remain unchanged."

"I can still be Sect Leader?" Huan Leisheng was taken aback by his new approach. "Then how can the Talisman Sect be under your control?"

"You can be the Leader, and I can be the Head Master," Chu Liang explained seriously.

"I will not interfere with day-to-day affairs, but I would have the veto power in crucial matters. Only in this way, can I fully devote my resources into the Talisman Sect."

After patiently explaining, Huan Leisheng finally understood the meaning of the term "Head Master."

It meant that Chu Liang would not meddle in any of the Talisman Sect’s daily affairs, nor could he manage them in all practicality, considering how large Red Cotton Peak was. If funds and resources were needed, he could ask the Head Master at any time, as long as the purpose was legal.