Lin Zhan was disturbed and woke up from his state of enlightenment.
He was just a little bit away from breaking through his realm and entering the Spirit Emperor realm.
Unfortunately, it was a matter of time and fate.
The sect was in great trouble, how could he break through with peace of mind.
"Senior Ji, the sect is under attack, we must rush back immediately. We bid farewell. Your great guidance is etched in my heart. Should you ever require my service in the future, I will spare no effort."
Lin Zhan bowed gratefully to Ji Mo, thanking him, and proposed to leave.
He had no hope of reaching the Spirit Emperor realm in this life, but Ji Mo had opened a door for him. This kindness was like a rebirth, making Lin Zhan weep with gratitude.
Ji Mo looked bewildered. What did he do to receive such great guidance?
And were all cultivators this polite? Addressing him as 'Senior' with such respect and etiquette.
"Since that's the case, hurry back. Come visit again when you have time. Also, I'm just a mortal, not a 'Senior'."
Ji Mo corrected him earnestly, not wanting to take advantage of Lin Zhan.
"Then Mr. Ji... Mr. Ji, I will return another day to listen to your teachings."
Lin Zhan assumed Ji Mo didn't want to reveal his identity and quickly changed his address, feeling overjoyed.
From his words, it seemed the expert was giving him another chance.
This was a tremendous opportunity.
As expected of an otherworldly expert, not only did he not blame him, but he repaid kindness with virtue. Such magnanimity was vaster than the heavens and earth.
At this moment, Ji Mo's image in Lin Zhan's heart shone brilliantly.
"What's going on? Why is Lin Zhan looking at me so strangely?"
Ji Mo felt a chill down his spine, not understanding why Lin Zhan's eyes were filled with fervor and adoration.
He then noticed Lin Zhan's forehead was tinged with green, and a dark aura emanated from his brows, reminding him, "Be careful on your journey."
At the same time, he grabbed a handful of spirit beads and stuffed them into Lin Zihan's hand, "I couldn't find that red bead, so take these to play with for now."
Both Lin Zhan and Lin Zihan were deeply moved. After thanking him repeatedly, they reluctantly departed.
After the two had gone far, Huang Guang revealed himself and stealthily approached Ji Mo's courtyard with murderous intent, "So the wild man is here. Let's see how I can kill you."
He had secretly followed them. Although he wasn't sure if Ji Mo was the wild man Lin Zihan had found outside, he decided to kill Ji Mo on the principle of better safe than sorry, to eliminate any future trouble.
Huang Guang sneaked into the courtyard, observing in secret, waiting for an opportunity to strike.
Unbeknownst to him, a nearly featherless large black chicken was also eyeing him.
At this moment, the Brahma Sect was in chaos.
With the help of an informant, dozens of experts from the Mystic Maiden Pavilion and the Heavenly Wolf Gang had successfully infiltrated the Burning Heaven Sect, killing and setting fires everywhere, causing widespread destruction.
Fortunately, the enemy numbers were not large, and after a period of turmoil, the Brahma Sect finally organized an effective defense.
Outside the gate of the Burning Heaven Sect.
A man and a woman concealed their figures, suppressed their auras, and lay in wait.
The man was burly, with a full beard, his gaze occasionally sweeping over the voluptuous and proud figure of the woman beside him, his eyes flashing with malice.
This man was Tian Xiong, the leader of the Heavenly Wolf Gang, and the woman was Qiao Surong, the Sect Master of the Mystic Water Pavilion.
According to intelligence from the mole within the Burning Heaven Sect, they had devised a plan to have their subordinates feign an attack on the Burning Heaven Sect, lure Lin Zhan back, and intercept and kill him.
If Lin Zhan could be killed or captured, the Burning Heaven Sect could be taken with minimal cost.
They were all late-stage Spirit Kings, so a two-on-one fight was a sure win, especially with a surprise attack. Lin Zhan was bound to lose.
Therefore, the two appeared relaxed, even contemplating how to divide the Burning Heaven Sect.
"Sect Master Qiao, Lin Zhan is doomed this time. If I kill him for you, how will you repay me?"
Tian Xiong grinned, revealing a row of yellow teeth, his gaze unashamedly fixed on Qiao Surong's stunning curves.
"Sect Leader Tian, haven't we agreed? We'll split the Burning Heaven Sect fifty-fifty."
Qiao Surong frowned slightly, knowing full well Tian Xiong's ill intentions. The man's eyes were practically glowing with greed, like a famished wolf.
"Then I can give up my fifty percent, or even the Heavenly Wolf Gang to you. You know what I want most."
Tian Xiong licked his lips, a lewd smile on his face.
Betraying the Burning Heaven Sect, he was clearly coveting Qiao Surong's body.
As long as he could "sleep" with Qiao Surong, the Mystic Maiden Pavilion would naturally be within his grasp.
Qiao Surong's expression changed drastically. She regretted inviting a wolf into her house.
If she refused Tian Xiong, this man might turn on her immediately.
Proposing this condition at such a critical juncture, Tian Xiong had clearly planned it all, forcing her to submit.
As Qiao Surong was at a loss for what to do, Lin Zhan and Lin Zihan appeared.
"Kill Lin Zhan first, then we'll talk!"
Seizing the opportunity, Tian Xiong and Qiao Surong exchanged a glance, then transformed into two streams of light, attacking Lin Zhan.
The moment they made their move, it was an onslaught of killing blows.
Facing the surprise attack, Lin Zhan was not flustered at all.
When he left, Ji Mo's words, "Be careful on your journey," were treated as a maxim. He had been cautious and vigilant all the way.
"Mr. Ji is truly a divine being, foreseeing the enemy's moves."
Lin Zhan exclaimed, his admiration for Ji Mo deepening. He fearlessly met the attack.
He was not the same as before; his cultivation had greatly increased. He was confident he could withstand the combined assault of Qiao Surong and Tian Xiong.
"Boom..."
The three engaged in a fierce battle, their terrifying energies colliding. Innumerable gusts of energy splashed out, sand and stones flew, and dust billowed everywhere.
In the end, both sides retreated, neither gaining an advantage.
"Lin Zhan, why has your cultivation surged? With your talent, you shouldn't have even touched the Spirit Emperor realm."
Qiao Surong was astonished. Lin Zhan had one foot in the Spirit Emperor realm, which was beyond their expectations.
The informant hadn't said anything about Lin Zhan's cultivation stagnating? How had he become so powerful after just one trip? What had happened in between?
"You two were lucky. If I had stayed with Mr. Ji for half an hour longer, I would have already entered the Spirit Emperor realm, and killing you would have been as easy as flipping my hand."
Lin Zhan laughed heartily, feeling incredibly exhilarated and a sense of triumphant achievement.
"What nonsense 'Mr. Ji'? Who are you trying to fool? Sect Master Qiao, you hold Lin Zhan back, I'll capture his daughter and force him to submit."
Tian Xiong's eyes darted, a plan forming in his mind. He turned and lunged towards Lin Zihan, who was beside them.
"Tian Xiong, you, a dignified gang leader, attacking a junior? Despicable and shameless."
Lin Zhan roared, not expecting Tian Xiong to be so insidious. He rushed to stop him, but was blocked by Qiao Surong.
"Don't come here!"
Lin Zihan fled in panic, her face filled with terror.
But a glint of cunning flashed deep within her eyes.
"Heh heh, little girl, don't struggle pointlessly. Let Uncle Tian dote on you properly."
Tian Xiong closed in on Lin Zihan in a few leaps, grinning wickedly as he reached for her chest with a vulgar move.
With his strength, dealing with Lin Zihan was naturally a piece of cake.
As he approached Lin Zihan, a strange phenomenon occurred.
Clusters of auspicious light erupted one after another, and several dazzling beams of light struck Tian Xiong directly in the face.
"Ah, what is this ghostly thing..."
Tian Xiong's eyes bulged in rage and terror!