novelraw Chapter 354: I Am a Sword Cultivator, Buddha Saves All Things
Chapter 354: I Am a Sword Cultivator, Buddha Saves All Things
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As Si Tu Jian Nan introduced the group, the Shao family members’ expressions shifted from annoyance to calm, and finally to shock.
The Five Elements Dao Sect, Heavenly Sword Sect, and Harmony Sound Temple were among the seven great sects, almost occupying half of their ranks.
The Shao family couldn’t afford to offend even one, let alone all three.
Shao Yi Man, stern-faced, forced a stiff smile to her lips, a balance of awkwardness and courtesy.
The two Shao brothers who had spoken rudely earlier avoided eye contact, offering sheepish grins.
Meanwhile, Long Fei Fei felt utterly vindicated. She was ready to gloat but hesitated as she glanced at Yu Zhao, whose calm demeanor seemed unaffected. For reasons she couldn’t explain, a wave of loss washed over her.
Yu Zhao appeared to effortlessly command respect and compliance with just a few words, while Long Fei Fei was infamous in the cultivation world, someone people avoided at all costs. It felt as though they existed in two separate worlds. Even if they crossed paths momentarily, they were destined to return to their own courses.
Conflicted and unable to articulate her feelings, Long Fei Fei bit her lip and stayed silent.
Si Tu Yu, the most sociable of the Si Tu family, took over the conversation, learning from the Shao family why they had come to the Desert of Lost Souls.Six months earlier, a five-person elite team from the Shao family had gone missing while crossing the desert. The Shao family, unwilling to leave the matter unresolved, dispatched their renowned Three Heroes with a few other members to search for their lost kin.
Though they had arrived seven days later than Yu Zhao’s group, Yu Zhao’s detour in the wrong location had synchronized their arrival at the triangular structure in the desert’s center.
“Did you encounter any of our Shao family members along the way?” Shao Yi Man asked.
Si Tu Yu shook her head.
Shao Yi Man sighed in disappointment. They had set out with low expectations but couldn’t rest without searching in person.
Si Tu Yu empathized. If it had been the Si Tu family’s descendants, they would’ve made the same decision.
Shao Yi Man’s gaze focused on the triangular structure, her final hope.
After a moment, she proposed, “Since we both plan to enter, why not join forces? It’ll be safer to watch each other’s backs.”
Shao Yi Man had already studied the structure. Though simple in design, the stone blocks were intricately arranged. More concerning, her divine sense couldn’t penetrate it, leaving its interior a mystery.
Unknowns always bred caution. Combining forces with the Si Tu family and three sect disciples would significantly reduce the risk.
Si Tu Yu deferred to Yu Zhao with an instinctive glance, which surprised Shao Yi Man. Clearly, Yu Zhao held greater authority than Si Tu Jian Nan, the group’s true leader.
Yu Zhao, already determined to explore the structure, didn’t refuse.
“I propose this lineup: myself, Ji Han Zhou, Monk Silence, Long Fei Fei, and Si Tu Jian Nan will enter. Si Tu Yu and the rest should stay outside.”
Without knowing what lay inside, Yu Zhao didn’t favor sending everyone in.
Si Tu Yu frowned slightly. Why Ji Han Zhou and Monk Silence but not her?
Ji Han Zhou hugged his sword sheath, stating with pride, “I am a sword cultivator.”
Everyone knew sword cultivators ranked among the strongest in battle.
Monk Silence smiled faintly. “The Buddha saves all things.”
Si Tu Yu’s mind replayed the recent image of Monk Silence chasing a desert beast with a wooden fish mallet in hand, attempting to “deliver it.”
She shifted her gaze, deciding not to contest. Though her uncle could protect her, the unknown dangers inside could distract him, potentially hindering the group.
“Fine. I’ll wait outside.”
The Shao family discussed Yu Zhao’s arrangement and decided to leave their Golden Core cultivators behind, allowing only the Three Heroes to enter.
Long Fei Fei overheard this and felt a mischievous urge to teach the Shao siblings a lesson once inside. But before she could act, Yu Zhao’s cold warning reached her ears.
“Behave inside. Don’t cause trouble.”
Shocked, Long Fei Fei stared at Yu Zhao. Was Yu Zhao reading her mind?
After settling the plans, Si Tu Yu and the others remained behind as Yu Zhao led a team of eight into the triangular structure.
“This is odd. Where’s the entrance?” Shao Yi Chuan, the most impatient of the Three Heroes, asked after circling the structure.
Shao Yi Man calmed him. “There must be one. Let’s search carefully.”
Shao Yi Ming nodded, his eyes fixed on the structure.
Meanwhile, Yu Zhao and her team turned to Long Fei Fei.
“What are you all looking at me for?” Long Fei Fei asked, crossing her arms.
Ji Han Zhou smirked. “Didn’t you claim your eyes are as accurate as a ruler? This is the perfect time to use them.”
The group agreed.
Long Fei Fei hesitated but eventually relented when Yu Zhao coaxed her, “Among us, only you can find the entrance.”
“Absolutely,” Monk Silence added, his flattery seamless.
Flattered, Long Fei Fei declared, “Fine. Move aside and watch me work!”
The group stepped back as Long Fei Fei moved forward, forming intricate hand seals while muttering incantations. Her eyes gleamed mysteriously, a fleeting golden light flashing within them.
Moments later, she pointed to a stone slab on the right. “The entrance is there.”
Shao Yi Chuan, nearest to the slab, rushed over but found no trace of an entrance after scrutinizing it. Furious, he glared at Long Fei Fei. “Are you messing with me? This isn’t an entrance!”
The other Shao siblings exchanged skeptical looks.
Long Fei Fei scoffed. “If you could spot it, your family’s heirloom wouldn’t have been stolen by me!”
She struck a sore spot, infuriating Shao Yi Chuan. He almost lashed out but was stopped by Si Tu Jian Nan, who smoothed things over.
“Let me show you amateurs what real skill looks like!” Long Fei Fei declared, stepping forward confidently.
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