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The holder can gain a self-healing ability similar to that of a water monster in places with abundant moisture.
Chu Yang really couldn't understand why the Demon-Eating Gu's ability to devour the cultivation of demons would undergo such a mutation after being combined with the Demon-Locking Tower.
Inside the Soul Palace, Chu Yang from another world was working overtime on his research.
Fortunately, the Water Demon Beads worked satisfactorily; otherwise, Chu Yang would have really lost a fortune this time.
Three days later, the lingering effects of the flood were being cleared away, and the lives of the people were no longer being affected. The Moon Worship Cult had completely disappeared, and the entire Nanzhao Kingdom was returning to normal.
The death of the Witch King did not cause much of a stir. During his years on the throne, he had been virtually invisible. With so many people dying in the great flood, who would care about a Witch King?
Out of respect for Zhao Ling'er, everyone held a simple funeral for him. But then a very real problem arose.
Who will succeed to the throne of the Nanzhao Kingdom?
Zhao Ling'er is a woman, and in principle she should not be able to inherit the throne. However, her divine appearance three days ago has given her a very high status in the hearts of the people.
The Southern Barbarian General and Ming Yuanqing strongly supported Zhao Ling'er's succession to the throne.
Li Xiaoyao had no objection to this. At worst, he could bring his aunt to live with him. Flying on a sword wouldn't take long, so it wasn't a troublesome matter.
Once the consensus was reached, everyone, including Shi Gonghu, supported Zhao Ling'er's succession. However, Zhao Ling'er had a different opinion.
“That day, I saw them worshipping me, and the fanaticism in their eyes terrified me.”
“I don’t know what ideas the Moon Worship Cult has instilled in them, but I don’t want to continue on that basis.”
"If it's because I'm a descendant of Nuwa, then I don't want to succeed to the throne of Nanzhao."
Zhao Ling'er's face was full of worry. She was worried about the future of the Nanzhao Kingdom because the people there had developed problems with their thinking.
Shi Gonghu and the others anxiously tried to persuade Zhao Ling'er not to be willful, but they did not expect that the usually docile Zhao Ling'er would be so stubborn at this moment.
After a moment of contemplation, Liu Jinyuan suddenly smiled and said, "I think you all have misunderstood what Miss Ling'er meant. It's not that she doesn't want to take responsibility, but that she doesn't want to use her faith to hold the people hostage."
"Ling'er hopes that the people of Nanzhao can break free from their dependence on faith and create their own future with their own hands."
Li Xiaoyao asked, "Is that how Ling'er is?"
Zhao Ling'er nodded vigorously.
Chu Yang cautioned, "The people of Nanzhao have been poisoned by the Moon Worship Cult for a long time. If we suddenly ask them to give up their current way of life, there may be problems. It is better to proceed gradually."
“You can use their worship of you to subtly influence them. Although this is similar to the Moon Worship Cult, the initial intention is different, and the result will be different.”
Zhao Ling'er fell into deep thought.
Liu Jinyuan continued to persuade, "Faith itself is not a bad thing, as long as it is properly guided. The Taoist priests on Mount Shu are the best example. They believe in the Tao, everyone is good, and they take it as their responsibility to eliminate demons and protect the Tao."
Zhao Ling'er was finally persuaded and decided to officially ascend the throne, replacing the people's faith in the Moon Worship Cult with the faith in Nuwa.
"The matter of the Nanzhao Kingdom is now concluded. The rest can be left to Senior Holy Maiden and the Southern Barbarian General. Let's all return to the mountain together."
After Chu Yang finished speaking, everyone except Lin Yueru and Liu Jinyuan stood still.
Li Xiaoyao said somewhat awkwardly, "The reason I decided to join Shushan was twofold: first, to thank Brother Chu for saving my life, and second, because Brother Chu said that this would give Shushan a reason to intervene in the affairs of Nanzhao Kingdom."
"It's not a good way to put it, but now that the crisis in Nanzhao Kingdom has been resolved, I really have no reason to go up the mountain again. Of course, I, Li Xiaoyao, will definitely repay Brother Chu's kindness!"
Before Chu Yang could speak, Lin Yueru became agitated and scolded, "You ungrateful bastard! We just quelled the Moon Worship Cult, and now you're turning your back on us!"
Li Xiaoyao's face turned red, and he hesitated to speak.
Liu Jinyuan pulled back the agitated Lin Yueru and whispered, "Cousin, everyone has their own ambitions. Besides, Brother Xiaoyao has a family. Even if he goes back, he won't stay long. Why waste time?"
Lin Yueru angrily shook off Liu Jinyuan's hand, turned around, and said no more.
Chu Yang looked at the guilty Li Xiaoyao and laughed, "It's not a big deal. If you don't want to go back, you don't have to. It won't affect our friendship. Come find me whenever you have time, and we can spar anytime."
Li Xiaoyao's eyes lit up, and he quickly nodded, saying, "Brother Chu, I will definitely come to find you!"
In the crowd, Xu Changqing and the Drunken Sword Immortal exchanged a glance.
The two silently walked up to Chu Yang, their faces also filled with guilt, and said in unison, "I'm not going back either."
Chapter 158: The Shocking New Sect Leader
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Chu Yang was startled.
How come you two with thick eyebrows and big eyes have also betrayed us?
Xu Changqing glanced at Zixuan.
The Sword Immortal looked at Anu and Ming Yuanqing.
The reason is self-evident.
Chu Yang could only sigh and say, "If you don't want to go back, then don't go back. It's such a big deal... Uncle-Master, if you don't go back, things will indeed be quite serious. How am I supposed to explain this to the Sect Leader and the others?"
The Drunken Sword Immortal took a big gulp of wine and said with a chuckle, "No need to explain to them, you can tell us from now on, Shushan..."
At this point, the Sword Immortal's words came to an abrupt end.
He then remembered that after returning to the mountain, his uncles would announce Chu Yang as the new sect leader.
This might be the most important day of Chu Yang's life. If they're not there, even a fool could imagine how disappointed Chu Yang will be.
Suddenly, the Sword Immortal said with a serious expression, "We must go back with Chu Yang; not one of us can be missing."
"Huh?" Li Xiaoyao's eyes widened. "Hey senior, you haven't drunk too much again, have you?"
"I've only had one sip, I'm not drunk!" The Drunken Sword Immortal couldn't tell them the truth directly, since it involved such a big matter as the merger of the two sects, so he could only vaguely say, "Something very important has happened at Mount Shu, and we can't miss it."
Xu Changqing hesitated and asked, "Does everyone have to go? Including Elder Shi and the others?"
The Sword Immortal looked around and nodded, "Yes! It's best if everyone Chu Yang knows goes!"
Li Xiaoyao frowned and said, "It does sound very serious. Can't you just tell us directly?"
The Sword Immortal shook his head decisively, "No way!"
Chu Yang was also completely baffled; he couldn't think of any plot points that hadn't been triggered yet.
Seeing that the Sword Immortal was keeping everyone in suspense, the others were getting a little anxious, and Anu even clung to the Sword Immortal's arm and acted coquettishly.
Shi Gonghu seemed to have sensed something. He nodded slightly to Chu Yang and said with a smile, "Princess, since the Shu Mountain Sect has extended such a warm invitation, let's go. It's only a few days' journey."
Once Shi Gonghu spoke, he essentially represented the position of the Nanzhao Kingdom. Zhao Ling'er, who originally wanted to handle some state affairs, readily agreed.
Originally, none of them were going back, but now they are all going. The change in tone was so rapid that even Chu Yang was caught off guard.
So the group set off for Mount Shu in a grand procession, and the number of returning members was much larger than when they came.
The Southern Barbarian General and the Holy Maiden were also in the group.
a few days later.
When Chu Yang and his group returned to Yuzhou City, the whole city was talking about the news of the establishment of a new faction in the Shu Mountain sect.
Everyone was astonished.
Liu Jinyuan sighed, "No wonder Senior Sword Immortal has remained silent. It is indeed a major event. If everyone misses it, they will probably regret it for the rest of their lives."
Li Xiaoyao patted the Drunken Sword Immortal on the shoulder, "Drunken Madman Uncle, I misunderstood you."
"Is this a banquet? Anu loves banquets the most!" Anu hugged the Sword Immortal tightly and laughed heartily.
The Sword Immortal smiled, "Don't think this is all there is to it. The real challenge is yet to come. Just wait and see, you won't be disappointed."
Everyone suddenly felt a surge of anticipation.
As early as after the Sword Saint's return, Mount Shu announced the decision to merge all sword energies in the world and invited righteous sects from all sides to come and witness the ceremony.
Nowadays, Yuzhou City has gathered many powerful sects from all over the country, some even from far away...
Three groups of people were particularly eye-catching.
Among them were Taoist priests dressed in robes, with an air similar to that of the Shu Mountain Sect, and monks dressed in robes, with compassionate faces.
There was also a group of people dressed similarly to the Southern Barbarian generals, whose every move was like a raging fire.
They were clearly less familiar with the local customs and culture of Yuzhou City than the people around them, and even their accents were harder to recognize than those of the Southern Barbarian General and his men.
Chu Yang was curious and was about to go up and ask when suddenly a figure appeared in front of him and started attacking without saying a word.
The newcomer used his fingers as swords, his swordsmanship was expansive and powerful, like a general on the battlefield.
Chu Yang subconsciously used Tai Chi to neutralize the opponent's sword strike by using stillness to control movement, and then used the force of displacement to throw the person away.
Thump thump thump thump
It took a few hurried steps to barely dissipate the force of the Tai Chi. Lin Tiannan's long-awaited appearance was somewhat embarrassing due to Chu Yang's actions.
"Dad? What brings you here?!" Lin Yueru rushed into Lin Tiannan's arms with surprise. She hadn't seen him for a long time and missed her stubborn old father very much.
Lin Tiannan was greatly relieved and laughed heartily, "I am sworn brothers with the Sword Saint, how could I not attend such an important event?"
After speaking, Lin Tiannan looked up at Chu Yang. The young man in front of him was a completely different person compared to a few months ago. He admired him and envied Shushan for taking in such a good disciple.
Chu Yang cupped his hands and said, "Please don't be offended, senior. I didn't recognize you just now."
Lin Tiannan waved his hand, "It's alright, it's alright. I just wanted to test if your skills had improved. You didn't disappoint me!"