Jingshui Lake.
[You have killed a Profound Communication Realm zombie, cultivation +1,500,000]
[Congratulations to the host, breakthrough to Profound Communication Realm Second Layer]
[Congratulations to the host, breakthrough to Profound Communication Realm Third Layer]
As the body of the zombie, whose physique rivaled a Grandmaster, turned to ashes, a notification flashed through Lin Heng’s mind.
Torrential Spiritual Qi arrived as expected, washing through his entire body.
He slowly exhaled a turbid breath, his eyes gleaming like lightning, which flickered and disappeared.
At this moment, Yan Tong’s scream came from the side.
"Chen Wu, you... what’s wrong with you? Wake up, wake up!"
Lin Heng cast his gaze over.
Yen Tong’s face was filled with complex emotions as she continuously retreated.
In front of her, a member of the Spirit Suppression Bureau, his eyes gradually turning muddy, the corpse poison nearly engulfing his consciousness, his body grew rigid, and he muttered repeatedly:
"So thirsty... I’m so thirsty..."
His eyes, now a deep red, shifted toward Yan Tong’s neck, greed and murderous intent slowly emerging in his gaze.
This was a sign of zombie transformation.
And he wasn’t the only one.
At this moment, the members present of the Spirit Suppression Bureau were all having their minds eroded by the corpse poison, one by one their gazes began to drift.
Seeing this scene, Lu Guoshuang’s expression turned complex, and after a brief hesitation, he used his remaining strength to decisively strike his own celestial spirit point.
However, a powerful Qi burst through the air, interrupting his action.
Lu Guoshuang was startled, looking at the Daoist, he said bitterly:
"Observatory Master Lin, I can’t control it anymore."
"We have to die."
"We...we can’t allow ourselves to become monsters!"
The last bullet of a warrior is saved for themselves.
Similarly.
For Lu Guoshuang, Guardian of the Spirit Suppression Bureau, he absolutely would not allow himself to become a zombie!
However, Lin Heng responded irritably: "I’m still here, what’s your hurry?"
"But I..."
Before Lu Guoshuang could finish his sentence, his brow furrowed sharply with surprise and doubt.
He saw the serene and composed Observatory Master Lin drawing talismans rapidly in mid-air.
In the blink of an eye, dozens of Shangqing Spirit-Attaching Talismans, glowing with divine radiance, manifested in the air.
"Expel!"
Lin Heng chanted lightly, sweeping his hand.
The talismans flew with the wind, accurately sticking to the heads of the more than forty surviving members present.
Including Lu Guoshuang.
In an instant, he felt a mighty righteous Qi rush into his body.
Like a cat chasing a mouse, it quickly drove out the corpse poison within him.
"This...my God?"
Lu Guoshuang’s eyes widened in disbelief.
The members whose consciousness had begun to scatter also slowly regained their senses at this moment, and upon realizing it was Lin Heng’s talisman, their faces were filled with gratitude and reverence.
Needless to say for Yan Tong.
She almost wanted to kneel before the Observatory Master!
From the crematorium, to Nanling Cave, to today’s Jingshui Lake.
Before all this, the Spirit Suppression Bureau and the Daoist had no connection at all.
But the Daoist unhesitatingly helped solve all the troublesome monsters for the Spirit Suppression Bureau, and now he was saving everyone’s lives present!
How could one not be moved?
How could one not become a devoted believer?
[You have gained a devoted believer, Reputation Value +10,000]
[You have gained ten devoted believers, Reputation Value +100,000]
[You have gained forty-six devoted believers, Reputation Value +460,000]
Seeing the notifications flash through his mind, Lin Heng’s face broke into a smile.
Not bad.
This group has a conscience!
Without hesitation, Lin Heng approached them one by one, using Innate True Qi to stabilize their spiritual power.
The Shangqing Spirit-Attaching Talismans could only help expel the corpse poison, but they were all heavily injured, so Lin Heng helped stabilize their injuries, and the rest would rely on their own healing and recovery.
After doing everything, Lin Heng looked at the devastated scene, many places littered with severed limbs.
Clearly, the Spirit Suppression Bureau lost many people in this battle.
"With my abilities, I can only save those of you who are alive. Now that this matter is settled, I’ll be returning to the temple. The rest is up to you to handle."
Lin Heng sighed as he spoke to them.
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn’t help but tear up.
"High ethics of the Daoist, we admire you."
"Today’s great favor, the Spirit Suppression Bureau will repay with our lives!"
Led by Lu Guoshuang, everyone knelt before Lin Heng with tearful eyes in unison.
The actions of the Daoist today made them truly understand what constitutes the great righteousness of Daoism!
Smiting demons and saving the world!
Such Daoism, such a Daoist, how could they not bow in reverence?
"All of you..."
Watching the scene, Lin Heng felt moved and yet a bit helpless.
"Alright, each of you, manly men, why on earth are you bowing down at every turn?"
"Kneel to heaven and earth, to parents and masters, why kneel to me?"
"I’m leaving!"
With those words, Lin Heng left with his hands behind his back, his Daoist robe silhouetted, embodying a transcendent look.
The members of the Spirit Suppression Bureau wiped the tears from their eyes, exclaiming:
"This Observatory Master is truly a living immortal in this world!"
Yen Tong watched in the direction of the disappearing Observatory Master, her beautiful eyes briefly showing a hint of shame.
...
...
On the other hand.
Great Brightness Temple.
A one-eyed Zen Master, along with Kong Wen, hurried towards Chang City.
On the road, the one-eyed Zen Master’s tone was disdainful.
"How useless Fa Ling is, having to travel so far to beg me to handle a mere Daoist temple master, bringing shame to the Buddhist Sect!"
Kong Wen dared not argue, lowering his head humbly.
At this moment, the one-eyed Zen Master cast a cold glance his way and said, "Are you sure that Daoist really has many magical artifacts?"
Kong Wen quickly replied, "To the Zen Master, this is absolutely true. I have seen him with my own eyes, carrying a bundle—yes, a bundle of magical artifacts!"
"Many are of the Third Grade and below, there are even some of the Fourth Grade."
"Of course, such things are no more than scrap to someone of your stature, Zen Master."
"However, that Daoist undoubtedly possesses at least one Daoist Feather Duster of Sixth Grade and above!"
"This point, I’m sure Abbot wouldn’t mistake."
"Otherwise, Abbot wouldn’t dare send me to trouble you over such a long distance."
Zen Master Du’e nodded, his tone indifferent:
"There’d better be."
"If not, you’ll be left for dead."
Upon hearing these cold words, Kong Wen trembled slightly and affirmed, "There definitely is!"
"Oh, right..."
At this point, he hesitated for a moment. Seeing the Zen Master’s impatient look, he quickly reminded:
"Zen Master, the Daoist seems to wield the divine technique Maoshan Palm Thunder!"
"His strength is substantial, having slain several Innate Realm monsters in succession. You should be somewhat cautious..."
Upon hearing this, Zen Master Du’e laughed heartily, his eyes full of contempt:
"Innate Realm monsters? What do they matter? I can squash them with a slap!"
"Including that Daoist!"
Saying this, a sinister smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.
"Possesses Maoshan Palm Thunder? Perfect, let’s show the Daoist Sect the might of the Buddhist Sect’s Great Celestial Sound Palm!"
Zen Master Du’e completely dismissed Kong Wen’s advice.
A strong Daoist?
When I get there, I’ll squash each one with a slap!