Starting From The Equal Opportunity To Become A Saint

Chapter 105: Ten Moves!

Swish!

Cold sweat instantly covered the forehead of Monk Zhishan. He had the urge to strangle Yang Sisi to death.

This shameless and wicked woman was determined to bring him to his demise!

The fifteen true disciples behind him, such as Wuzhen and Wufan, were beneath him in both cultivation and status, so he could pretend not to care.

But the suspicion and scrutiny of Master Zhiyuan, a saint-level powerhouse, made Monk Zhishan tremble with fear and unease.

He knew why Master Zhiyuan would suspect him.

Because whether it was the first wave of disciples like Wuxing and Zhiming, or the fifteen Golden Body true disciples who came with them, they were all brought to Luozhou City because of his direct or indirect suggestions and advice.

Now, except for Wuxing, all twenty-one people from the first wave had betrayed and joined the enemy's military headquarters, becoming their own people.

This showed that the military headquarters was truly professional in terms of persuading and turning people.

As someone who was captured and imprisoned by Liu Zimo at the military headquarters earlier, no one could guarantee whether Monk Zhishan had betrayed the temple and defected.

At least, from the current results, what Yang Sisi said was not wrong. Monk Zhishan indeed seemed like a traitor who continuously lured the geniuses of Dalin Temple to Luozhou City.

"Senior Zhiyuan, I actually..."

Monk Zhishan wanted to explain, but he was interrupted by Master Zhiyuan directly.

"Enough, little girl. Don't use such crude tactics to sow discord anymore! I know Monk Zhishan's character better than you do!"

Master Zhiyuan shifted his gaze to Yang Sisi and said calmly,

"Monk Zhishan was right just now. How to deal with these traitors is our own business in Dalin Temple. You, an outsider, have no right to interfere!"

"After I deal with these traitors, I will settle the matter of forcibly taking our Dalin Temple's martial arts secret transmission with you!"

With just a glance, Master Zhiyuan suppressed Yang Sisi, who wanted to speak again, on the spot.

Then, his gaze swept towards the four people of Kongwen who were determined to resist to the end, and his eyes gradually turned icy.

"Kongwen, Kongyi, Kongxin, Kongse!"

"Are you really prepared to resist to the end and force me to personally enforce the temple rules?"

Swish!

The four people of Kongwen trembled in their legs, and cold sweat unconsciously began to pour out from their heads and faces.

If possible, they certainly didn't want to stand against Master Zhiyuan like this.

But how could they agree to self-punishment and apologize? They were still young, and they had just broken through to the Golden Body realm. They had a bright future ahead of them, and they couldn't bear to die so miserably here.

Moreover, they didn't think there was anything wrong with joining the army to serve the country and hunt down monsters. No matter how big the rules of the sect were, could they be bigger than the country and the law?

"Master Zhiyuan, as Monk Zhishan just said, the times have changed. With the arrival of the monster calamity and the collapse of order, even the laws of the country mean nothing to you. There is no need to abide by the rules of Dalin Temple anymore!"

"We are young people who choose to join the army and serve the country, to protect the people of this land. What's wrong with that?!"

"It is you who, in this apocalyptic era, possess extraordinary martial strength but choose to hide in the mountains, ignoring worldly affairs and only caring about self-preservation!"

"In my opinion, you are the ones who are truly wrong, who have violated the purpose of Buddhism to save all sentient beings. You have become selfish, disregarding human lives. You are the ones who should self-punish and seek forgiveness from the Buddha!"

Kongwen roared desperately, repeatedly uttering rebellious and unorthodox words.

Hearing this, Zhishan, Wuzhen, and the others were shocked. They realized that Kongwen and the others had been brainwashed so thoroughly that there was no chance of saving them anymore!

Now, even if they are willing to repent and return to the temple, Dalin Temple absolutely dares not to accept such rebellious disciples anymore, right?!

"Enough!"

Master Zhiyuan shouted loudly, instantly suppressing Kongwen who was about to say something else.

"You have fallen into demonic cultivation deeply, and your sins are unforgivable. Since you are unwilling to take your own life to atone for your crimes, don't blame this humble monk for personally taking action to eliminate the demon in your hearts and send you to the Pure Land!"

As he spoke, Master Zhiyuan raised his right hand slightly and decisively tapped towards Kongwen and the other four from a distance.

Swish!

Four invisible holy-level forces simultaneously shot towards the faces of Kongwen and the others.

It's over!

Kongwen and the others, whose movements were completely restricted, trembled in fear, their hearts filled with darkness, and they closed their eyes, waiting for the end of their lives.

One second, two seconds, three seconds.

Five seconds passed, and the anticipated death did not arrive as promised.

The four people realized that not only were they not dead, but the restrictions on their bodies also dissipated instantly.

Swish!

The four people joyfully opened their eyes and saw, at the moment they had been longing for in their hearts, that Liu Zimo, the consultant, had appeared in front of them without knowing when.

There was no doubt that Liu Zimo had just timely taken action to save them from Master Zhiyuan's hands.

"Thank you, Consultant Liu!"

Kongwen and the others, who had survived the ordeal, bowed respectfully and thanked Liu Zimo.

Although Consultant Liu was young, in their hearts, he was definitely a formidable presence no weaker than Master Zhiyuan.

Now that Consultant Liu had appeared, it meant that the lives of the four of them were no longer in danger!

"Return to the team!"

Liu Zimo nodded at the four people and encouraged them, saying, "Remember, you have done nothing wrong, and in this world, no one can blame you for voluntarily joining the military."

"Yes! Thank you, Consultant Liu!"

The four people nodded vigorously and stepped back behind Yang Sisi, Liang Luojun, and the others, their emotions stirred as they watched the development and changes in the situation.

At this moment, Master Zhiyuan had also focused all his attention on Liu Zimo, who had suddenly appeared.

In that instant, when Liu Zimo suddenly appeared and easily blocked the palm force he had sent towards Kongwen and the others, Master Zhiyuan couldn't help but feel a slight jump in his heart and furrowed his brow.

"You are not at the pinnacle of the Grandmaster!" Master Zhiyuan stared at Liu Zimo and said firmly, "An ordinary Grandmaster at the pinnacle cannot withstand the palm force I just struck!"

Liu Zimo shrugged lightly and responded in a calm voice, "Isn't it the same for Master Zhiyuan? An ordinary Grandmaster at the pinnacle cannot strike such a strong and powerful palm wind!"

As he spoke, Liu Zimo's gaze swept lightly over the top of Master Zhiyuan's head. The purple radiance soaring into the sky was mixed with golden light, overwhelming and suppressing all the surrounding lock-shadow rays.

This was definitely the most brilliant radiance Liu Zimo had encountered so far, with the deepest and most vibrant color among all the lock-shadow rays.

Compared to Hong Yuxun, Lou Yuchen, and even Ye Feihong and Lou Xiaoxiao, it was even more dazzling and radiant.

"No wonder he was able to successfully break through to the Manifestation Saint realm at the beginning of the demonic transformation!"

"Just the radiance of this lock shadow is enough for him to suppress an era by himself!" Liu Zimo couldn't help but exclaim in astonishment in his heart.

Now, he is even more certain that the Wise Master from the previous life must have deliberately hidden his abilities!

Among the three great martial saints of the Federation, this old monk is definitely the one with the highest talent and the strongest strength!

【Binding successful! Your good brother, Wise Master, is now online. Currently available binding targets (58/100)】

With a thought from Liu Zimo, the prompt sound immediately rang in his ears.

That's right, after breaking through to the Divine Communication Realm, Liu Zimo's available binding quota directly increased to one hundred!

Now he not only doesn't have to worry about not having enough quota, but he also starts to worry about where to find so many geniuses to fill the vacancies!

In fact, if there is still no movement in Dalin Temple in a few days, after Liu Zimo arranges the affairs of Luozhou City, he plans to personally visit Dashishan.

Now, these monks have come at the right time!

Soon.

After binding Wise Master, Liu Zimo's gaze fell on the fifteen Golden Body Realm monks standing behind him.

Seeing the lock shadows above their heads, either purple or red, the radiance was equally dazzling. Liu Zimo couldn't help but feel delighted. Without any hesitation or politeness, he quickly bound them.

【Binding successful! Your good brother, Wu Zhen, is now online. Currently available binding targets (59/100)】

【...】

【Binding successful! Your good brother, Wu Zhuo, is now online. Currently available binding targets (73/100)】

Binding all the geniuses present in one breath, Liu Zimo's mood was extremely relaxed.

The overall quality of this group of monks from Dalin Temple is definitely better than the previous wave.

If nothing unexpected happens, these monks should be the last reserve of Dalin Temple's geniuses.

At this point, Dalin Temple's wool should have been almost completely sheared.

After all, even the Wise Master, such a rare talent, has already made a move. Dalin Temple's trump cards have been revealed. If they continue to exploit, the benefits will be limited and they won't be able to gain too much.

"Alright, don't say that I'm bullying you and not giving Dalin Temple any chance."

In a good mood, Liu Zimo looked up at Wise Master and said directly:

"As long as Wise Master can withstand ten moves in my hands today, I will agree to any one of your requests."

"On the other hand, if Wise Master is defeated and captured within ten moves, all of you will have to stay in Luozhou City in the future!"

"Whether it's joining the army, teaching disciples, or doing something else, as long as you don't leave the territory of Luozhou for ten years, it's all up to your own will, and no one will force you!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the minds of everyone present couldn't help but be invigorated.

Especially Wise Monk and the fifteen true disciples behind him, all showed a look of surprise.

They marveled at Liu Zimo's arrogance and disregard for others!

He actually dared to challenge their Wise Senior Brother and Ancestor with only ten moves as the limit. Isn't this seeking death?

Others may not know the news that Wise Master has successfully broken through to the Manifestation Realm, but as companions who have been traveling with Wise Master, Wise Monk and the others are all well aware!

Liu Zimo's current arrogance, wanting to defeat a Manifestation Realm warrior within ten moves, is simply a foolish dream. It's like actively offering his face to Wise Master!

They have already won!

Wise Monk and the others showed a look of surprise, thinking that they already had the victory in their hands and couldn't help but want to celebrate in advance.

However, no one noticed that the Zhuyuan Sage, as the party involved, had a serious expression on his face from beginning to end, without any hint of relaxation or joy in his eyes.

An expert can tell whether someone has the ability just by extending their hand.

Just from the collision of their palm forces earlier, the Zhuyuan Sage had already realized that the young man in front of him was probably not inferior to him in martial arts strength!

Perhaps, this person, like him, has already successfully advanced to the Manifested Sage realm!

Now, since the other party dares to propose a ten-move challenge, it must mean that they have great confidence!

If it weren't for the fact that both sides were currently in a deadlock and the Zhuyuan Sage didn't want to rashly take action without understanding Liu Zimo's details, he really wouldn't want to fight in this situation.

"Since that's the case, then please enlighten me, Mr. Liu!" The Zhuyuan Sage chanted a Buddhist mantra and bowed, ready to fight.

Even though he now had at least seventy percent certainty that Liu Zimo had already advanced to the Martial Sage realm, the Zhuyuan Sage did not believe that Liu Zimo, who had entered the Sage realm, was powerful enough to defeat and capture him within ten moves!

Swish!

In order to win by surprise, the Zhuyuan Sage unexpectedly did not use his most proficient physical attacks.

Instead, he activated his spiritual soul and used the "Immovable Vajra Mantra" as a guide to forcefully suppress Liu Zimo's spiritual consciousness.

Hum!

A sound wave similar to a bell rang out, resonating in the minds of all the onlookers. All the martial artists below the Grandmaster realm instantly lost their focus and became disoriented.

"Tsk, trying to forcefully suppress my spiritual will with your spiritual cultivation, really... underestimating me?" Liu Zimo's mouth curled up, instantly understanding the Zhuyuan Sage's plan.

However, this happened to play into his hands.

Liu Zimo was just thinking of using a non-lethal method to completely subdue the Zhuyuan Sage. This mental battle was the most suitable.

"Huh?"

"In this old monk's spiritual consciousness, there is actually the aura of my Devouring Spirit Insect clan!"

"Who is so lucky to have 'reincarnated' into the spiritual consciousness of a spiritual cultivator in the Spiritual Sea realm?"

In the gap when Liu Zimo mobilized his spiritual power and came into contact with the Zhuyuan Sage's spiritual attack, Yao Lingling, who hadn't spoken for a long time, suddenly had a flurry of thoughts and began to daydream in Liu Zimo's spiritual consciousness.

"Oh, I remember now, this should be the spiritual fluctuation of Yao Lingling Nine!"

"It seems that Yao Lingling not only successfully controlled the spiritual wisdom of this old monk, but also completed the first stage of transformation with the help of the old monk's own spiritual source!"

"It's really enviable. If it weren't for my bad luck, encountering a freak like Liu Zimo on the first day of arriving on Earth, with my talent as a genius, how could I have fallen to the position of a parasite?"

"Ah, so annoying!"

"Why can't I encounter a perfect host like this old monk? Why do I have to be so unlucky and be imprisoned all the time?!!"

"..."

Hearing Yao Lingling's complaints and roars, Liu Zimo's mind trembled slightly, and he narrowed his eyes, looking directly at the Zhuyuan Sage.

Unexpectedly, the already successful Manifested Sage, the Zhuyuan Sage, could not escape the fate of being invaded and controlled by the Devouring Spirit Insect!

No wonder, the high monk who should have been compassionate and benevolent, today behaved so cold and cruel!

(End of this chapter)