dì yī qiān qī bǎi sì shí sān zhāng shā fá jué duàn
第一千七百四十三章杀伐决断
Chapter 1743: Decisive Execution
níng shā cuò ， wù fàng guò ， fǎn zhèng zì jǐ yǔ shèng chéng sī háo guān xì yě wú ， lín xuān zì rán bú huì yīn wèi yī shí xīn ruǎn ， jiāng zì jǐ yǔ bǎi cǎo mén xiàn rù bù kě yù zhī de wēi xiǎn 。
宁杀错，勿放过，反正自己与圣城丝毫关系也无，林轩自然不会因为一时心软，将自己与百草门陷入不可预知的危险。
Kill if in doubt, let go if certain. Since he had no connection to the Holy City, Lin Xuan would not hesitate due to a moment of compassion and put himself and the Hundred Grass Sect at risk.
qián yī kè míng míng hái hǎo hǎo de ， hòu yī kè jiù bào qǐ fā nàn ， fān liǎn zhī kuài ， lìng rén gēn běn jiù fǎn yìng bù guò lái ， nà xiē shèng chéng de xiū shì wú bù liǎn sè dà biàn 。
前一刻明明还好好的，后一刻就暴起发难，翻脸之快，令人根本就反应不过来，那些圣城的修士无不脸色大变。
Just moments ago, everything was fine; now, the old man in the black robe suddenly attacked with ferocious speed, leaving everyone dumbfounded. The cultivators from the Holy City all turned pale.
“ qián bèi ， shǒu xià liú qíng ！”
“前辈，手下留情！”
"Senior, spare me!"
zào páo lǎo zhě yǐ xià dé miàn wú rén sè ， zì jǐ zěn me kě néng duì kàng lí hé qī xiū xiān zhě ？
皂袍老者已吓得面无人色，自己怎么可能对抗离合期修仙者？
The old man in the black robe was terrified to the point of losing color. How could he possibly fight a Separation Period cultivator?
sǐ dìng le ！
死定了！
He was doomed!
tā de yǎn zhōng mǎn shì jué wàng zhī yì ， rán ér lóu yǐ shàng qiě tōu shēng ， suī míng zhī bù dí ， tā yòu zěn me yuàn yì zuò yǐ dài bì 。
他的眼中满是绝望之意，然而蝼蚁尚且偷生，虽明知不敌，他又怎么愿意坐以待毙。
His eyes were filled with despair, but even ants struggle for survival. Despite knowing his defeat, how could he sit idly by and wait to die.
yī biān dà shēng qiú ráo ， yī biān xiù páo yī shuǎi ， dà piàn de fěn hóng sè mó qì cóng yī xiù zhōng fēi lüè chū lái ， zhǎ yǎn jiān ， jiù zhē dǎng zhù bàn biān tiān mù ， shēng shì kàn shàng qù dǎo shì pǒ wèi kě guān de 。
一边大声求饶，一边袖袍一甩，大片的粉红色魔气从衣袖中飞掠出来，眨眼间，就遮挡住半边天幕，声势看上去倒是颇为可观的。
As he loudly begged for mercy, he flicked his sleeve, releasing vast amounts of pinkish-black demonic energy that quickly covered half the sky, creating a formidable spectacle.
cóng nà wù qì shēn chù ， chuán lái dà shēng de nù hǒu ， fǎng fú yǒu shén me guài wù ， cáng shēn zài qí zhōng 。
从那雾气深处，传来大声的怒吼，仿佛有什么怪物，藏身在其中。
A loud roar echoed from within the mist, as if some monstrous creature was hiding there.
lín xuān què shì ruò wú dǔ ， yī zhǐ qīng diǎn ér chū ， dùn shí ， màn tiān de jiàn qì ， rú jí fēng zhòu yǔ ， xiàng zhe duì fāng kuáng cì ér qù 。
林轩却视若无睹，一指轻点而出，顿时，漫天的剑气，如疾风骤雨，向着对方狂刺而去。
Lin Xuan ignored it and pointed with one finger. Instantly, countless sword qi surged like a storm, piercing towards his opponent.
qī lì de cǎn jiào shēng chuán rù ěr duǒ ， cǐ qǐ bǐ fú ， bù lùn shì zào páo lǎo zhě ， hái shì qí tā níng dān qī xiū shì ， jǐn guǎn tā men jiān de xiū wèi yǒu chā jù ， dàn zài lín xuān kàn lái ， dōu bù guò shì lóu yǐ ， jiàn guāng fēn luò rú yǔ ， zhè xiē rén yě shēn shǒu yì chù ， sī háo fǎn kàng zhī lì yě wú 。
凄厉的惨叫声传入耳朵，此起彼伏，不论是皂袍老者，还是其他凝丹期修士，尽管他们间的修为有差距，但在林轩看来，都不过是蝼蚁，剑光纷落如雨，这些人也身首异处，丝毫反抗之力也无。
Loud, chilling screams filled the air. Whether it was the old man in black or other Core Formation Period cultivators, despite their differences in cultivation level, to Lin Xuan, they were mere ants. The sword light fell like rain, and these people's heads and bodies separated without resistance.
suí hòu lín xuān yòu shǒu wēi dàn ， cóng zhǐ jiān fēi shè chū yī lì huǒ dàn ， hěn xiǎo ， yóu rú yī lì fó zhū ， kě sì zhōu de tiān dì yuán qì què fēng yōng ér rù ……
随后林轩右手微弹，从指尖飞射出一粒火弹，很小，犹如一粒佛珠，可四周的天地元气却蜂拥而入……
Next, Lin Xuan flicked his right hand slightly, sending a small fireball from his fingertips. Small as it was, resembling a tiny prayer bead, the surrounding primordial energy rushed in...
hěn kuài ， nà huǒ dàn jiù tǐ jī bào zhǎng qǐ lái ， huà wèi yī piàn huǒ hǎi ， jiāng zhěng gè tiān kōng ， dōu yìng chéng le hóng sè 。
很快，那火弹就体积暴涨起来，化为一片火海，将整个天空，都映成了红色。
Soon, that fireball grew rapidly into a sea of flames, coloring the entire sky red.
kàn shàng qù ， zhuàng guān yǐ jí ， suī bù néng fén jǐn wàn wù ， dàn jiāng shèng chéng xiū shì de shī tǐ huà qù ， què hái shì qīng ér yì jǔ 。
看上去，壮观以极，虽不能焚尽万物，但将圣城修士的尸体化去，却还是轻而易举。
It looked incredibly spectacular, though not enough to burn everything. But turning the Holy City cultivators' corpses into ashes was easy.
lái de kuài ， qù dé yě kuài ， bù guò jǐ xī de gōng fu ， nà huǒ hǎi jiù yān xiāo yún sàn ， lián wēn dù yě chóng xīn jiàng dī ， tiān kōng míng jìng rú jǐ ， bù shí hái yǒu niǎo jiào shēng chuán rù ěr duǒ ， cóng wài biǎo shàng kàn ， jiù fǎng fú shén me yě bù céng fā shēng guò 。
来得快，去得也快，不过几息的功夫，那火海就烟消云散，连温度也重新降低，天空明净如几，不时还有鸟叫声传入耳朵，从外表上看，就仿佛什么也不曾发生过。
Fast in coming and fast in going, within just a few breaths, the fiery sea dissipated, cooling down as if nothing had happened. The sky cleared, with occasional bird calls heard, making it seem like no event took place at all.
bǎi cǎo mén de xiū shì kàn dé mù dèng kǒu dāi ， lián shàng guān mù yǔ de miàn róng shàng dōu mǎn shì jīng hài ：“ lín qián bèi ， tā men kě shì shèng chéng de shǐ zhě ， jiāng qí miè chú ， nín bù pà wèi zì jǐ dài lái dà huò 。”
百草门的修士看得目瞪口呆，连上官暮雨的面容上都满是惊骇：“林前辈，他们可是圣城的使者，将其灭除，您不怕为自己带来大祸。”
The Hundred Grass Sect's cultivators stood dumbfounded. Even Shangguan Mudouyi's face showed shock: "Senior Lin, they are messengers from the Holy City. Killing them will bring you great misfortune."
“ dà huò ？”
“大祸？”
"Great misfortune?"
lín xuān de zuǐ jiǎo biān lù chū lěng liè de xiào róng ：“ cǐ shì tiān zhī dì zhī ， nǐ zhī wǒ zhī ， shèng chéng zhī zhǔ jiù suàn shén tōng gài shì ， yòu nǎ xiǎo de shǒu xià shì sǐ zài wǒ men shǒu lǐ ， fàng tā men huí qù ， luàn jiáo shé tou ， nà cái shì zhāo zāi yǐn huò ， zěn me ， fū rén mò fēi huái yí lín mǒu de pàn duàn me ？”
林轩的嘴角边露出冷冽的笑容：“此事天知地知，你知我知，圣城之主就算神通盖世，又哪晓得手下是死在我们手里，放他们回去，乱嚼舌头，那才是招灾引祸，怎么，夫人莫非怀疑林某的判断么？”
A cold smile appeared on Lin Xuan's lips: "This matter is known only to heaven and earth, and us. Even if the Holy City's leader has supreme power, how would he know that his subordinates were killed by us? Sending them back with rumors will bring disaster. Do you doubt my judgment, Lady?"
“ dāng rán bú shì ， qiè shēn zěn gǎn yǒu zhè zhǒng bù jìng de xīn lǐ ， wǒ zhǐ shì dān xīn wàn yī ， qián bèi jì rán jué de zhè me zuò wěn tuǒ ， nà qiè shēn zì rán shì sī háo yì yì yě wú 。” shàng guān mù yǔ máng guāi qiǎo de fēn biàn shuō 。
“当然不是，妾身怎敢有这种不敬的心理，我只是担心万一，前辈既然觉得这么做稳妥，那妾身自然是丝毫异议也无。”上官暮雨忙乖巧的分辨说。
"Of course not, Your Excellency," Shangguan Mudouyi quickly explained. "How could I have such disrespectful thoughts? I only worry about the worst-case scenario. Since You think this is secure, I have no objections."
“ ń ， nǐ néng zhè yàng xiǎng dāng rán shì zài hǎo bù guò ， rú hé ， bǎi cǎo mén kě yǐ jīng zuò hǎo chè lí de zhǔn bèi le 。”
“嗯，妳能这样想当然是再好不过，如何，百草门可已经做好撤离的准备了。”
"Hmm, if that's how you feel, it's perfect. How are preparations for departure from this place?"
“ jǐn zūn qián bèi fēn fù ， suǒ yǒu de dōng xī ， quán dōu shōu shí wán bì ， zhǐ yào qián bèi xià lìng ， suí shí dōu néng lí kāi zhè lǐ 。” shàng guān mù yǔ xiū wèi suī bù zhí yī tí ， dàn bàn shì qíng hái shì hěn kào pǔ dì 。
“谨尊前辈吩咐，所有的东西，全都收拾完毕，只要前辈下令，随时都能离开这里。”上官暮雨修为虽不值一提，但办事情还是很靠谱地。
"All items have been packed up. As soon as You give the order, we can leave at any time," Shangguan Mudouyi replied efficiently.
“ jì rán rú cǐ ， nà yí zǎo bù yí chí ， shěng de tuō jiǔ le yè cháng mèng duō ， rú jīn liǎng zú dà zhàn yǐ jīng kāi qǐ ， tiān zhī dào zhàn huǒ shén me shí hòu huì màn yán dào cǐ chù 。”
“既然如此，那宜早不宜迟，省得拖久了夜长梦多，如今两族大战已经开启，天知道战火什么时候会蔓延到此处。”
"Since that is so, let us not delay. The longer we wait, the more unpredictable things may become. Now that the war between the two tribes has begun, who knows when the flames might reach here."
“ shén me ， zhàn huǒ yǐ rán kāi qǐ ， qiè shēn zěn me bù xiǎo de 。” shàng guān mù yǔ liǎn shàng mǎn shì jīng yà zhī sè 。
“什么，战火已然开启，妾身怎么不晓得。”上官暮雨脸上满是惊讶之色。
"What? The flames have already started. I didn't know," Shangguan Mudouyi's face showed surprise.
“ nǐ dāng rán bù qīng chǔ ， lín mǒu shì kuài mǎ jiā biān gǎn dào cǐ chù ， xiāo xī shàng wèi chuán chū ， jù tǐ de màn màn zài shuō ， wǒ men xiān lí kāi zhè shì fēi zhī suǒ 。”
“妳当然不清楚，林某是快马加鞭赶到此处，消息尚未传出，具体的慢慢再说，我们先离开这是非之所。”
"You naturally wouldn't know; Lin Xuan rushed here on horseback to deliver this news. We'll discuss details later. For now, let us leave this place."
“ shì ， qiè shēn zhè jiù qù zhào jí běn mén dì zǐ ， qǐng qián bèi shāo děng piàn kè 。” shàng guān mù yǔ yíng yíng yī fú ， dé dào lín xuān de yǔn kě ， cái huà wèi yī dào jīng hóng fēi xiàng le yuán guī dǎo shēn chù 。
“是，妾身这就去召集本门弟子，请前辈稍等片刻。”上官暮雨盈盈一福，得到林轩的允可，才化为一道惊虹飞向了元龟岛深处。
"Yes, Your Excellency, I will immediately gather the sect members and wait for You." With a graceful bow, Shangguan Mudouyi flew towards the Turtle Island core.
“ yàn ér ， nǐ qù bāng zhù mǔ qīn zhào jí mén rén dì zǐ ， líng ér ， nǐ liú zài zhè lǐ 。”
“雁儿，妳去帮助母亲召集门人弟子，翎儿，妳留在这里。”
"Yan'er, help Mother gather the disciples. Ling'er, stay here."
“ shì shī fù 。”
“是师傅。”
"Yes, Master."
tīng lín xuān rú cǐ fēn fù ， liǎng nǚ xīn zhōng suī lüè gǎn hào qí ， dàn zì rán bú huì zhuī gēn jiū dǐ ， jiāo xiào zhe xíng le yī lǐ ， shàng guān yàn jiù jǐn suí mǔ qīn xiàng zǒng duò fēi qù ， ér shàng guān líng zé guāi guāi de liú zài yuán dì 。
听林轩如此吩咐，两女心中虽略感好奇，但自然不会追根究底，娇笑着行了一礼，上官雁就紧随母亲像总舵飞去，而上官翎则乖乖的留在原地。
Following Lin Xuan's instructions, both girls felt curious but did not probe further. They bowed with smiles and left for the main hall while Shangguan Ling stayed behind obediently.
xiǎo yā tou zhǎ le zhǎ dà yǎn jīng ， qiāo qiāo kàn le kàn lín xuān de liǎn sè ， duì yú shī fù ， tā shì jì rán jìng ài yòu hài pà de ， jiě jiě dōu qù bāng mǔ qīn le ， què ràng zì jǐ liú zài cǐ chù ， zhè shì wèi shén me ？
小丫头眨了眨大眼睛，悄悄看了看林轩的脸色，对于师傅，她是既然敬爱又害怕的，姐姐都去帮母亲了，却让自己留在此处，这是为什么？
The little girl blinked her big eyes, secretly observing Lin Xuan's face. She respected and feared her master; why was she asked to stay here when her sister went to help their mother?
nán dào zì jǐ yǒu shén me dì fāng bù guāi ， zuò cuò shì qíng le 。
难道自己有什么地方不乖，做错事情了。
Could it be that she did something wrong or made a mistake?
xīn zhōng tǎn tè ， bù guò shī zūn méi yǒu kāi kǒu ， tā zì rán yě bù gǎn hú luàn dòng wèn de 。
心中忐忑，不过师尊没有开口，她自然也不敢胡乱动问的。
Her heart was uneasy, but since the master had not spoken, she dared not ask.
suǒ wèi yī rì wèi shī ， zhōng shēn wèi fù ， bié de dì fāng ， xiū xiān zhě huò xǔ zì sī zì lì de jū duō ， dàn zài bǎi cǎo mén ， cóng xiǎo de jiào yù què shì yào zūn shī zhòng dào de 。
所谓一日为师，终身为父，别的地方，修仙者或许自私自利的居多，但在百草门，从小的教育却是要尊师重道的。
A day as a teacher, a lifetime as a father. While other cultivators might be selfish and self-centered, in the Hundred Grass Sect,从小的教育就是尊师重道。
lín xuān zhèng shì kàn zhòng le zhè yì diǎn ， fǒu zé liǎng gè yā tou zī zhì zài hǎo ， tā yě jué bú huì dòng niàn shōu tú ， yǎng bái yǎn láng shì hěn yú chǔn de ， shōu gè tú dì me ， dāng rán yào zūn jìng zì jǐ ér qiě tīng huà de 。
林轩正是看中了这一点，否则两个丫头资质再好，他也绝不会动念收徒，养白眼狼是很愚蠢的，收个徒弟么，当然要尊敬自己而且听话的。
Lin Xuan took advantage of this fact; even if the two girls were talented, he would never consider taking them on as disciples. Raising a white-eyed wolf was foolish, but having a disciple who respected him and obeyed him was wise.
zhì yú xiū wèi dī ， dào bú shì wèn tí ， zhǐ yào tā men kěn nǔ lì ， zì jǐ zài dà bǎ de dān yào zá xià qù ， tí shēng qǐ lái shì hěn xùn sù dì 。
至于修为低，倒不是问题，只要她们肯努力，自己再大把的丹药砸下去，提升起来是很迅速地。
As for their low cultivation levels, it wasn't an issue. With enough effort and plenty of medicinal pills, they could quickly advance.
“ líng ér 。” lín xuān què méi yǒu zhù yì xiǎo yā tou de liǎn sè ， biǎo qíng dàn rán de kāi kǒu le 。
“翎儿。”林轩却没有注意小丫头的脸色，表情淡然的开口了。
"Ying'er," Lin Xuan did not notice the girl's expression as he spoke calmly.
“ shī fù ， nín yǒu shén me fēn fù ？”
“师傅，您有什么吩咐？”
"Master, what are Your instructions?"
“ méi shén me ， zhǐ shì zhè cì wài chū ， jī yuán qiǎo hé ， zhǎo dào le yī jiàn shì hé nǐ de bǎo wù 。”
“没什么，只是这次外出，机缘巧合，找到了一件适合妳的宝物。”
"There is nothing; this time, due to good fortune, I found a treasure suitable for you."
lín xuān wēi xiào zhe kāi kǒu le ， suí hòu xiù páo yī dǒu ， nà tiān yīn hán bīng jiàn jiù chū xiàn zài le zhǎng zhōng ， gòng jiǔ bǐng zhī duō ， gè gè hán guāng shǎn shuò ， yǐn yǐn hái yǒu qīng míng shēng fā chū ， yī kàn jiù shì tōng líng zhī jí de bǎo wù 。
林轩微笑着开口了，随后袖袍一抖，那天阴寒冰剑就出现在了掌中，共九柄之多，个个寒光闪烁，隐隐还有清鸣声发出，一看就是通灵之极的宝物。
Lin Xuan smiled and revealed nine ice swords from his sleeve. Each sword shimmered with cold light, and faint clear tones could be heard, indicating their high level of refinement.
shàng guān líng de zhù yì lì ， yī xià zi bèi xī yǐn guò qù le ， kāi kǒu jīng hū ：“ jí pǐn líng qì 。”
上官翎的注意力，一下子被吸引过去了，开口惊呼：“极品灵器。”
Shangguan Ling's attention was immediately captured: "A top-grade灵器."
“ bù cuò ， ér qiě zài jí pǐn líng qì zhōng ， yě shì jiǎo jiǎo zhě ， bù jǐn yǔ nǐ de líng gēn shǔ xìng àn hé ， zuì nán dé de ， cǐ bǎo hái shì chéng tào 。” lín xuān wēi xiào zhe dào 。
“不错，而且在极品灵器中，也是佼佼者，不仅与妳的灵根属性暗合，最难得的，此宝还是成套。”林轩微笑着道。
"Indeed, it is one of the best in its class. Not only does it match your spiritual root attributes, but this treasure is a complete set," Lin Xuan smiled.
zhè dōng xī ， suī rán méi yǒu bàn fǎ yǔ yàn ér de léi hè zhī yì xiāng bǐ ， dàn duì yú dī jiē xiū xiān zhě ， yě jué duì shì mèng mèi yǐ qiú zhī wù ， bì jìng néng gòu ràng zì jǐ kàn shàng yǎn de ， yòu zěn me kě néng shì lā jī ne ？
这东西，虽然没有办法与雁儿的雷鹤之翼相比，但对于低阶修仙者，也绝对是梦寐以求之物，毕竟能够让自己看上眼的，又怎么可能是垃圾呢？
While this item couldn't compare to Yan'er's Thunder Crane Wings, for low-level cultivators, it was undoubtedly a dream come true. After all, something that caught his eye could not be trash.
“ xiè xiè shī fù 。”
“谢谢师傅。”
"Thank you, Master."
shàng guān líng yuán běn hái yǐ wéi shì zì jǐ zuò cuò liǎo shì qíng yào shòu fá ， méi xiǎng dào shì shī zūn cì yǔ bǎo wù ， zhè xīn zhōng de huān xǐ shì kě xiǎng ér zhī ， liǎn shàng de xiào róng rú tóng yáng guāng ， gèng yǒu rú xiān huā zhàn fàng ， yī shí jiān ， jìng míng yàn bù kě fāng wù ， lín xuān jiàn le cǐ mù ， tàn le kǒu qì ， móu dǐ shēn chù ， shǎn guò jǐ fēn sī niàn yǔ yōu chóu 。
上官翎原本还以为是自己做错了事情要受罚，没想到是师尊赐予宝物，这心中的欢喜是可想而知，脸上的笑容如同阳光，更有如鲜花绽放，一时间，竟明艳不可方物，林轩见了此幕，叹了口气，眸底深处，闪过几分思念与忧愁。
Shangguan Ling originally thought she would be punished for making a mistake but found out it was her master giving her a treasure. The joy in her heart was evident; her smile lit up like the sun and blossomed like a flower, making her exceptionally beautiful. Lin Xuan sighed, his eyes reflecting thoughts of longing and sorrow.
lái dào líng jiè yǐ sì bǎi nián le ， yuè ér jiū jìng shēn zài hé chù ， shén me shí hòu cái néng yǔ ài qī chóng féng ， zhēn de hěn huái niàn tā nà tiān zhēn wú xié de xiào róng 。
来到灵界已四百年了，月儿究竟身在何处，什么时候才能与爱妻重逢，真的很怀念她那天真无邪的笑容。
Four hundred years had passed since he arrived in the Spirit Realm. Where was Moon? When would they meet again? He missed her innocent smile so much.
ér duì yú lín xuān de chóu sī ， shàng guān líng bìng bù xiǎo de ， cǐ shí xiǎo yā tou zhèng xǐ zī zī de jiāng fǎ lì zhù rù dào líng qì zhī zhōng 。
而对于林轩的愁思，上官翎并不晓得，此时小丫头正喜滋滋的将法力注入到灵器之中。
Unaware of Lin Xuan's worries, Shangguan Ling happily infused her spiritual energy into the灵器.
qīng míng shēng chuán rù ěr duǒ ， nà tiān yīn hán bīng jiàn yíng fēng jiù zhǎng ， měi yī bǐng ， dōu fǎng fú qiū shuǐ yī yàng ， shào nǚ shēn chū yù shǒu ， jiāng nà mǔ jiàn wò zhù ， qīng qīng yī dǒu ， jǐ bǐng zi jiàn jiù xīn suí yì dòng ， huàn huà chū lìng rén xīn jì de hán máng ， yǔ zhī bàn suí de ， hái yǒu bái wù ， kōng qì zhōng de wēn dù ，！~！
清鸣声传入耳朵，那天阴寒冰剑迎风就涨，每一柄，都仿佛秋水一样，少女伸出玉手，将那母剑握住，轻轻一抖，几柄子剑就心随意动，幻化出令人心悸的寒芒，与之伴随的，还有白雾，空气中的温度，！~！
Clear tones filled the air as the ice swords grew with the wind. The girl extended her delicate hand and grasped the mother sword, gently shaking it; several child swords followed suit, emanating chilling light that made one's heart race. White mist accompanied them, lowering the temperature in the air!~!
Chapter 1743: Decisive Execution
Kill if in doubt, let go if certain. Since he had no connection to the Holy City, Lin Xuan would not hesitate due to a moment of compassion and put himself and the Hundred Grass Sect at risk.
Just moments ago, everything was fine; now, the old man in the black robe suddenly attacked with ferocious speed, leaving everyone dumbfounded. The cultivators from the Holy City all turned pale.
"Senior, spare me!"
The old man in the black robe was terrified to the point of losing color. How could he possibly fight a Separation Period cultivator?
He was doomed!
His eyes were filled with despair, but even ants struggle for survival. Despite knowing his defeat, how could he sit idly by and wait to die.
As he loudly begged for mercy, he flicked his sleeve, releasing vast amounts of pinkish-black demonic energy that quickly covered half the sky, creating a formidable spectacle.
Roar!
A loud roar echoed from within the mist, as if some monstrous creature was hiding there.
Lin Xuan ignored it and pointed with one finger. Instantly, countless sword qi surged like a storm, piercing towards his opponent.
"Ahh!"
Loud, chilling screams filled the air. Whether it was the old man in black or other Core Formation Period cultivators, despite their differences in cultivation level, to Lin Xuan, they were mere ants. The sword light fell like rain, and these people's heads and bodies separated without resistance.
Next, Lin Xuan flicked his right hand slightly, sending a small fireball from his fingertips. Small as it was, resembling a tiny prayer bead, the surrounding primordial energy rushed in...
Soon, that fireball grew rapidly into a sea of flames, coloring the entire sky red.
It looked incredibly spectacular, though not enough to burn everything. But turning the Holy City cultivators' corpses into ashes was easy.
Fast in coming and fast in going, within just a few breaths, the fiery sea dissipated, cooling down as if nothing had happened. The sky cleared, with occasional bird calls heard, making it seem like no event took place at all.
The Hundred Grass Sect's cultivators stood dumbfounded. Even Shangguan Mudouyi's face showed shock: "Senior Lin, they are messengers from the Holy City. Killing them will bring you great misfortune."
"Great misfortune?"
A cold smile appeared on Lin Xuan's lips: "This matter is known only to heaven and earth, and us. Even if the Holy City's leader has supreme power, how would he know that his subordinates were killed by us? Sending them back with rumors will bring disaster. Do you doubt my judgment, Lady?"
"Of course not, Your Excellency," Shangguan Mudouyi quickly explained. "How could I have such disrespectful thoughts? I only worry about the worst-case scenario. Since You think this is secure, I have no objections."
"Hmm, if that's how you feel, it's perfect. How are preparations for departure from this place?"
"All items have been packed up. As soon as You give the order, we can leave at any time," Shangguan Mudouyi replied efficiently.
"Since that is so, let us not delay. The longer we wait, the more unpredictable things may become. Now that the war between the two tribes has begun, who knows when the flames might reach here."
"What? The flames have already started. I didn't know," Shangguan Mudouyi's face showed surprise.
"You naturally wouldn't know; Lin Xuan rushed here on horseback to deliver this news. We'll discuss details later. For now, let us leave this place."
"Yes, Your Excellency, I will immediately gather the sect members and wait for You." With a graceful bow, Shangguan Mudouyi flew towards the Turtle Island core.
"Yan'er, help Mother gather the disciples. Ling'er, stay here."
"Yes, Master."
Following Lin Xuan's instructions, both girls felt curious but did not probe further. They bowed with smiles and left for the main hall while Shangguan Ling stayed behind obediently.
The little girl blinked her big eyes, secretly observing Lin Xuan's face. She respected and feared her master; why was she asked to stay here when her sister went to help their mother?
Could it be that she did something wrong or made a mistake?
Her heart was uneasy, but since the master had not spoken, she dared not ask.
A day as a teacher, a lifetime as a father. While other cultivators might be selfish and self-centered, in the Hundred Grass Sect,从小的教育就是尊师重道。
Lin Xuan took advantage of this fact; even if the two girls were talented, he would never consider taking them on as disciples. Raising a white-eyed wolf was foolish, but having a disciple who respected him and obeyed him was wise.
As for their low cultivation levels, it wasn't an issue. With enough effort and plenty of medicinal pills, they could quickly advance.
"Ying'er," Lin Xuan did not notice the girl's expression as he spoke calmly.
"Master, what are Your instructions?"
"There is nothing; this time, due to good fortune, I found a treasure suitable for you."
Lin Xuan smiled and revealed nine ice swords from his sleeve. Each sword shimmered with cold light, and faint clear tones could be heard, indicating their high level of refinement.
Shangguan Ling's attention was immediately captured: "A top-grade灵器."
"Indeed, it is one of the best in its class. Not only does it match your spiritual root attributes, but this treasure is a complete set," Lin Xuan smiled.
While this item couldn't compare to Yan'er's Thunder Crane Wings, for low-level cultivators, it was undoubtedly a dream come true. After all, something that caught his eye could not be trash.
"Thank you, Master."
Shangguan Ling originally thought she would be punished for making a mistake but found out it was her master giving her a treasure. The joy in her heart was evident; her smile lit up like the sun and blossomed like a flower, making her exceptionally beautiful. Lin Xuan sighed, his eyes reflecting thoughts of longing and sorrow.
Four hundred years had passed since he arrived in the Spirit Realm. Where was Moon? When would they meet again? He missed her innocent smile so much.
Unaware of Lin Xuan's worries, Shangguan Ling happily infused her spiritual energy into the灵器.
Zing...
Clear tones filled the air as the ice swords grew with the wind. The girl extended her delicate hand and grasped the mother sword, gently shaking it; several child swords followed suit, emanating chilling light that made one's heart race. White mist accompanied them, lowering the temperature in the air!~!