121: Ying Ziliang's Ambition

Lu Yuchen did not answer Li Huowang's question.

He was currently lost in an extremely excited contemplation.

That Buddhist Martial Artist's audacious move had opened a door to a new world for him!

"Then, can I also learn from that old guy?"

A bold and crazy idea sprouted wildly in his mind without warning!

"Currently, those few lads, Lin Fan and the others, have already paved the way for the 'Orthodox Immortal Dao'."

"But there is more than one way to cultivate Immortality!"

"In those novels I read in my previous life, there were also Buddhist cultivators, Demonic cultivators, Ghost cultivators, Monster cultivators... all sorts of them, too many to list!"

"If... if I were to create a few more alternate identities and go deceive... ah, no, 'enlighten' a few Geniuses of the Buddhist and Demonic Paths, and let them also embark on the path of Immortal cultivation..."

"Then, what the System returns to me wouldn't it be true 'Buddhist Divine Abilities' and 'Demonic Path Secret Arts'?"

"Cultivating Dao, Buddhism, and Demonic Paths simultaneously!"

The more Lu Yuchen thought about it, the more he felt this idea had potential!

It was simply a good business deal, making a huge profit with little investment!

He seemed to already see himself, holding a palm thunder in his left hand, performing a great compassion mantra with his right hand, stepping on dense Devilish Qi, and having a group of demons and ghosts following him as subordinates... a truly magnificent scene.

Hehe...

Hehehe...

"Revered Master? Revered Master?"

Li Huowang looked at his Master, who was frowning one moment and grinning foolishly the next, and his already not-so-normal heart began to pound "thump-thump" again.

Oh no!

Could it be that his Master, that old man, was so angered by that bald Buddhist monk that he had a relapse?

He carefully reached out a hand and waved it in front of Lu Yuchen's eyes.

"Scram!"

Lu Yuchen snapped out of his beautiful fantasy and glared at Li Huowang irritably.

He was currently busy conceiving his "Buddhist-Demonic Grandmaster" script; he had no time to bother with this kid.

Seeing this, Li Huowang dared not ask any more questions and could only obediently shut his mouth.

...

Tai Xuan Imperial Dynasty, Imperial Palace, Imperial Study.

Ying Ziliang, oh no, he should now be called "Xuan Emperor," was seated on the Dragon throne, reviewing memorials.

Since his ascension, he had displayed an ability to govern far surpassing ordinary people.

Internally, he rested the people, reduced taxes, and promoted education.

Externally, he used thunderous means to suppress several disobedient small countries around them, bringing half of Yu Yuan Continent's territory under the Tai Xuan Imperial Dynasty's control.

In just a few months, the entire Imperial Dynasty's Luck flourished, and its national power was on the rise.

"Your Majesty."

A secret agent dressed in Xuanbird attire appeared silently in the hall and knelt on one knee.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, according to the secret report from Shi Nan Continent, there seems to have been some changes in Shi Nan Continent."

"Oh?" Ying Ziliang put down his vermillion brush, his eyebrows slightly raised, "Tell me about it."

"Some time ago, a mysterious strong Martial Artist suddenly appeared in Shi Nan Continent, and at the border of the Eastern Region of Shi Nan Continent, he consecutively slew two Martial Venerates from the Huayu Dynasty and the Undying Demonic Sect. It is rumored that his strength is at least that of a Half-step Martial Saint."

Upon hearing this, Ying Ziliang's eyes, which always carried a hint of composure, instantly burst forth with terrifying brilliance!

Slew two Martial Venerates consecutively?!

He subconsciously thought of that Sect Master who always lay lazily on his rocking chair, yet seemed to control everything.

Besides the Sect Master, that old man, who else in this world could possess such heaven-defying abilities?

"Continue."

"Yes." The secret agent continued, "After this incident, the entire Shi Nan Continent was shaken, and all major forces were on edge, not daring to make any further moves. However... the identity of that mysterious strong Martial Artist remains a mystery to this day."

A knowing smile appeared on Ying Ziliang's lips.

The Sect Master was indeed still the Sect Master who liked to scheme from behind the scenes.

"I understand, you may withdraw."

"Yes."

After the secret agent left, Ying Ziliang slowly rose and walked to the huge map, his gaze falling upon the vast and boundless Tianwu Continent.

His eyes gleamed with unprecedented ambition and... Battle Intent!

"Sect Master, oh Sect Master, are you... paving the way for us Disciples?"

"Don't worry."

"Once my Tai Xuan Imperial Dynasty completely unifies Yu Yuan Continent and gains the Luck boost, then it will be the day when our military might points and our swords knock on Shi Nan Continent's door!"

“At that time, this Disciple will definitely make the name 'Tai Xuan' resound throughout the entire Tianwu Continent!”

...

Time, in a flash, another three days passed.

Shi Nan Continent, within a bustling city.

In a private room of a restaurant called "Drunken Immortal Pavilion."

Lu Yuchen and Li Huowang were arguing fiercely, red-faced, over the ownership of the last roasted suckling pig.

"Little Li! You unfilial Disciple! How dare you snatch food from your Revered Master?!"

"Revered Master! You've already eaten seven! Can't you leave one for this Disciple?!"

"Nonsense! Your Revered Master was helping you taste it! What if it's poisoned?!"

...

Just as the Revered Master and Disciple were "spitting" at each other without any regard for their image.

A few sentences of conversation from the adjacent private room caught their attention.

"Have you heard? The Lichen Sword Sect is going to make a big move recently!"

"Oh? What big move?"

"Within their Sect, the position of the Peak Revered Master of 'Star Sword Peak,' one of the twelve peaks, has always been vacant. Now, the Sect Master of Lichen Sword Sect has spoken, announcing that they will publicly recruit a strong Martial Artist to serve as the Peak Revered Master of this peak!"

"Hiss! Lichen Sword Sect? That's a top-tier sword Dao Sect in our Shi Nan Continent, second only to the four super forces! This position of Star Sword Peak Revered Master will probably attract countless strong Martial Artists to compete for it, won't it?"

"That's for sure! It's said that even some reclusive old monsters are interested!"

Lu Yuchen initially paid no attention to this.

What kind of damn sword Sect, what kind of Peak Revered Master position, in his eyes, was no different from playing house.

But Li Huowang, who was beside him, upon hearing this, his eyes, which always carried a hint of madness, instantly lit up!

He rubbed his hands, excitedly leaned closer to Lu Yuchen, and whispered conspiratorially:

"Revered Master, Revered Master!"

"Look, this... this sounds quite interesting."

"How about... we also go join in the fun?"

"If you, old man, go and show off a bit, wouldn't that Peak Revered Master position be easily within reach?"

"At that time, you'll be the Peak Revered Master, and I'll be your deputy. We, Revered Master and Disciple, will also develop that Lichen Sword Sect into a... branch of our Tai Xuan Immortal Sect?"