Chapter 432 - 59: Dharma Master
In a fit of rage, Li Chan attacked at once.
Demonic Light burst from his body as nine Demon Talismans suddenly materialized, forming a ring around him.
Two of the Demon Talismans trembled slightly, and a pair of nearly illusory, terrifyingly ferocious Celestial Ghosts lunged out, one attacking the young mistress and the other the black-clothed man.
The young mistress cried out in alarm and turned to flee, but as a mere Sensing Realm cultivator, how could she possibly be a match for Li Chan?
The Celestial Ghost pounced onto the young mistress’s slender back, opened its massive, bloody maw, and viciously tore her head off, beginning to feast on it with relish.
Meanwhile, the black-clothed man summoned a Bronze Halberd and viciously swung it, knocking back the other Celestial Ghost. He didn’t dare linger, transforming into a plume of black smoke and flying out of the Cave Mansion.
He was a Life Talisman Loose Cultivator from the Abyssal Marsh. Having practiced a Body Refining Technique, he was particularly skilled in the bedroom arts. He often seduced women and wives from prominent families, swindling them out of Spirit Stones and other valuables to fund his own cultivation.
He had been goaded into this robbery and murder by the young mistress. Who could have known they would end up provoking Li Chan, a True Disciple of the Yinluo Sect?
Li Chan sneered. The ring of talismans around him spun, and with a flicker, his figure appeared in front of the black smoke as if he had teleported, blocking the man’s escape.
Then, he pointed a finger. A talisman behind him vibrated, and a Fire Dragon formed of Nine Nether Demon Fire flew out of the void, swallowing the black smoke in a single gulp.
BOOM!
The Fire Dragon shuddered, and a tall figure holding the Bronze Halberd burst out. He tried to flee in a sorry state, but four Celestial Ghosts pounced on him and began to viciously tear him apart.
Amidst the man’s furious and agonized screams, the four Celestial Ghosts dismembered and devoured him. The scene was incredibly gruesome.
The cultivators from the Huaye Island Li Family, drawn by the commotion, saw this and couldn’t help but look away, unable to watch the grisly sight.
Li Chan swept a cold glance over the cultivators of the Huaye Li Family, his killing intent palpable. The death of his third sworn brother was likely connected to certain members of the Li Family.
’Third Brother, I’m the one who got you killed! If I hadn’t supported you, helping your cultivation advance by leaps and bounds and giving you a chance at the Life Talisman realm, it wouldn’t have threatened the interests of certain people in the Li Family. You wouldn’t have died so mysteriously.’
The young mistress and the black-clothed man were merely pawns, used to carry out the murder.
The true mastermind was hidden very deep.
At this moment, the Li Family cultivators looked helpless. Amidst their nervousness, they were also quite surprised.
They really couldn’t understand why Li Chan was so "sentimental."
’You’re a True Disciple of the Yinluo Sect now, so why are you still so hung up on a mere branch disciple from a minor family?’
If Li Chan hadn’t come to offer his condolences after the disciple’s death, the Huaye Li Family would never have known that this family member, whose cultivation had been rising so rapidly, was actually backed by the most sought-after True Disciple in the entire Yinluo Sect.
Just as Li Chan was about to make his move, a brilliant light flashed in the distant night sky. A flying chariot approached, covered by an embroidered canopy and accompanied by five clusters of clear clouds.
Even before the chariot arrived, an exotic fragrance wafted to his nose.
Beneath the chariot’s canopy stood a man and a woman. The woman was quite tall, with a slender, cinched waist. Her hair was pulled up into a high bun, her face was beautiful, and she carried herself with a graceful and dignified air.
Li Chan was startled. He recognized the woman. Not long ago, the Ten Thousand Transformations Sect had come to cause trouble for the Yinluo Sect, and she had been their leader. She had arranged a duel with his master and later escaped using a fourth-rank Vertical Earth Golden Light Talisman.
She was Ruan San Niang, a concubine of the Ten Thousand Transformations Sect’s Sect Leader.
Beside Ruan San Niang stood an elderly man with an extraordinary presence. He wore a Profound Purple Embroidered Daoist Robe, White Socks and Shoes, and his hair was in a high Daoist Bun. He was tall and lean, with striking dark eyebrows, and his aura was unfathomably deep, far surpassing Ruan San Niang’s.
At this moment, both of them were carefully examining the talismans circling Li Chan’s body. The elderly man, in particular, looked especially interested.
Li Chan knew he wouldn’t be able to deal with the Li Family’s affairs today.
’The Ten Thousand Transformations Sect has come again, and they’ve obviously brought a Dharma Master. Could it be this old man?’
His mind raced, trying to figure out how to quickly send a message to his sect and master.
But the elderly man just smiled faintly and asked in a gentle voice, "Young man, where did you learn this Talisman Wheel Technique?"
His tone was kind and calm, giving off a sense of natural simplicity and warm approachability.
’The Talisman Wheel Secret Technique?’
Li Chan was startled. He had obtained this Ancient Talisman Divine Technique years ago near the Divine Pillar Immortal City. Since then, his fortunes had soared, allowing him to defy fate and change his destiny, ultimately leading to his current achievements.
This Secret Technique allowed him to simultaneously summon nine talismans, which formed a wheel that circled his body.
The nine talismans were all different, yet intricately connected.
Among the nine were talismans for attack, talismans for defense, talismans for trapping enemies, and even support-type talismans that could enhance his Magical Power or boost his Divine Sense.
When the wheel spun, he could unleash a dazzling array of Divine Techniques at will. No matter the opponent, he could always defeat them with his kaleidoscopic display of talisman abilities.
Especially after he cultivated the Yinluo Sect’s Celestial Ghost Talisman, his Divine Power had leaped to a new level, leaving him with few rivals at the same stage.
Li Chan replied in a tone that was neither servile nor overbearing, "I happened to find it in the wilderness. What guidance might Elder have for me?"
The old man chuckled. "Guidance is too strong a word. I just want to ask: are you willing to become my disciple? If you agree, I will complete this Secret Technique for you."
’My Secret Technique is incomplete?’
A chill went down Li Chan’s spine. His first thought was that the old man was trying to trick him.
The old man seemed to read his mind and said, "This Talisman Dao Secret Technique has a grand origin. It uses talismans to form arrays that can manifest phenomena from Ancient Times, possessing the power to overturn heaven and earth. The part you’ve obtained is less than ten or twenty percent of the complete technique."
Li Chan was skeptical, but his expression turned solemn as he said in a deep voice, "Thank you for the explanation, Elder. However, this junior already has a master, so I’m afraid I cannot—"
Before he could finish, Ruan San Niang sneered, "Do you have any idea what this man’s cultivation level is? This is an opportunity others couldn’t even dream of, and you’re rejecting it without a second thought?"
Ruan San Niang’s presence was overwhelming. The pressure from her Mid-Life Soul Stage cultivation aura bore down on Li Chan, and his face instantly paled, as if he were being stared down upon by a ferocious beast.
It was suppression by a higher cultivation realm; there was nothing he could do.
At that moment, the old man waved his hand. "Fellow Daoist Ruan, do not force our young friend."
As he spoke, the pressure on Li Chan vanished.
Ruan San Niang said coolly, "This is Supreme Elder Yingya of the Jin Country’s True Flame Sect, one of the most renowned Dharma Realm cultivators in the world. You should think carefully before you refuse."
Li Chan’s expression changed. He was secretly alarmed. ’So they really are here for my master! I have to find a way to send him a message as soon as possible.’
Outwardly, he stalled for time. "So it is Elder Ying in person. However... the matter of changing sects concerns my Dao Heart and my future. I must consider it carefully."
Elder Yingya didn’t seem to mind. He chuckled and said, "No matter. If you are unwilling to become my disciple, that’s fine. How about I trade a fourth-rank Magical Artifact for your Secret Technique?"
Li Chan suddenly understood. ’So his real goal is to complete his own secret technique! This so-called offer of discipleship is just an excuse to take my Talisman Wheel Secret Technique.’
Suddenly!
Ruan San Niang flicked her long sleeve. Li Chan’s vision went black as he was swept into a dark void and lost consciousness.
Ruan San Niang looked at the old man with her beautiful eyes and said, "Fellow Daoist Ying, our main business is more important. I’ll hold on to him for you for now. How about I return him to you to deal with as you please after everything is settled?"
A trace of helplessness flashed across Elder Yingya’s face. He sighed. "I will defer to your arrangements, Fellow Daoist."
Ruan San Niang gave a captivating smile, the alluring charm she exuded was incredibly enticing. But it was as if Elder Yingya didn’t see it; his expression remained calm and peaceful, his gaze completely untroubled.
Afterward, the two of them urged the Flying Celestial Chariot onward, flying toward Yinluo Island in the center of the Abyssal Marsh.
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