Chapter 1408 - 707: Preaching
Lin Beichen saw the Sect Leader’s angry face and revealed a slight smile of disdain. He had never felt so exhilarated.
Lin Beichen and Hu Yi watched the missionary try repeatedly, only to fail repeatedly. Hu Yi finally felt relieved, no longer worried about being burned alive.
The villagers were more eager than ever about the outcome of this confrontation, eagerly speculating on who would win or lose.
Just as the missionary recklessly set a fire, he failed to notice that Lin Beichen had already broken free from the ropes.
He walked step by step to the highest point of the altar, the villagers’ eyes following Lin Beichen’s every move.
Lin Beichen stood there high above, exuding a commanding presence that dominated the crowd.
The villagers couldn’t help but point at Lin Beichen on high, shouting loudly, "Everyone look, this is simply miraculous!"
"He must have been sent by the gods to save us, otherwise how could he summon the wind and rain and climb to the highest point of the altar without fear?"
"That place is the Forbidden Land, rumored to be extremely dangerous, yet he remains unharmed."
Thus, Lin Beichen became the villagers’ idea of a divine envoy, saving them from disaster. The villagers began to incessantly praise Lin Beichen’s heroic deeds, inflating his legend to mythical proportions.
The Sect Leader looked at the villagers’ adoring eyes cast upon Lin Beichen, then glanced at the elevated Lin Beichen, and a tinge of fear arose in his heart, making him hesitant to act rashly.
Could he possibly be just a paper tiger? In a real challenge the Sect Leader seems utterly defenseless.
At this moment, Lin Beichen’s kind and steady voice rang out, "Sect Leader, whatever skills you have, feel free to use them. I’m here to face you head-on today; let’s see what grudges you hold inside."
"I believe we have no enmity, no conflicts, so why are you so ruthless towards us?" Lin Beichen continued, "Let me kindly advise you: it’s not too late to turn back from your misguided path. Don’t be stubborn and regret in the end."
Lin Beichen earnestly urged the Sect Leader to reform, but the Sect Leader didn’t listen at all. Instead, he felt that Lin Beichen was fear-mongering, completely untrustworthy.
"Hahaha..." The Sect Leader laughed aloud, "Stop wasting your breath. I know exactly what I’m doing and don’t need your hypocritical reminders. Do you think you can scare me with your charlatans’ tricks? I can see right through them!"
Despite the Sect Leader’s tough talk, his entire being was tense, and even his voice trembled slightly.
However, in front of so many people, he couldn’t let the villagers despise him, or he would lose his standing here.
After saying these words, the Sect Leader gathered his courage, ready to have a showdown with Lin Beichen.
Seeing the Sect Leader’s overconfidence, Lin Beichen sneered and said, "Sect Leader, are you sure you want to fight me and won’t regret it?"
The Sect Leader hesitated for a moment but still moved to attack Lin Beichen.
Seeing that the Sect Leader wouldn’t listen to reason and insisted on fighting, Lin Beichen thought that it would be a good chance to teach the Sect Leader and these missionaries a lesson, showing them his power so they wouldn’t cause trouble again.
Lin Beichen unhesitatingly flicked a Talisman, which appeared instantly in front of the Sect Leader.
The Sect Leader hadn’t had the chance to make a move before Lin Beichen restricted his Inner Strength, leaving him unable to perform any technique. The Sect Leader was furious, his face flushed, but there was nothing he could do.
With ease, Lin Beichen subdued the Sect Leader in front of everyone.
The Sect Leader was no match for Lin Beichen but remained unwilling to give up, his eyes full of defiance.
"Lin Beichen, you vile, shameless man, how dare you control me like this!" the Sect Leader shouted loudly, "If you’re capable, release me and let’s have a fair fight!"
Lin Beichen sneered and spoke slowly, "Sect Leader, I advise you to be smart about this, or you’ll be embarrassed. I won’t hold back; you can try if you don’t believe me."
Saying this, Lin Beichen waved his hand, and the Sect Leader wobbled, unable to stand steadily.
"Hahaha..." Lin Beichen asked with disdain, "Sect Leader, how’s that? Still want to put on airs?"
"Get lost... Just get lost, I never want to see you again!" The Sect Leader roared in anger upon seeing Lin Beichen’s look of contempt.
The villagers began pointing fingers at the Sect Leader, discussing animatedly.
"Evil indeed meets a fitting end. Just look at him now—so satisfying!"
"Yes, indeed; never dismiss these sayings. Look at his ending now—unbelievable!"
The villagers discussed among themselves, remarking how the Sect Leader was no match for Lin Beichen, repeatedly losing and now appearing weak and fragile.
However, there was still stubbornness in his eyes, unwilling to submit, wanting to confront Lin Beichen one more time. Lin Beichen walked over to the Sect Leader, gently patting him and saying: "Still dissatisfied, huh? Then tell me, what do you want to do?"
Saying this, Lin Beichen personally started to wrap the Sect Leader up in circles. Seeing himself tied up by Lin Beichen, the Sect Leader had no idea what Lin Beichen planned to do next.
"Release me... don’t touch me, or you’ll regret it!" the Sect Leader struggled desperately.
At this moment, seeing the Sect Leader subdued, the villagers were emboldened. They began to accuse and expose the Sect Leader’s misdeeds, fearlessly recounting his crimes to Lin Beichen.