Misery: There is a pawn shop here

Chapter 116 Vast Primeval Forest

The demon's heart was lost, and Anaruci searched for it but could not find it. A series of unexpected events affected both the good and the evil.

Just as the righteous people were discussing attacking the Otherworldly Demon Realm, Ren Chenfu arrived in the Realm of Nothingness, bringing important news.

"Gentlemen, I have urgent news," Ren Chenfu said to the crowd. "Recently, demonic energy has been stirring in the Northern Martial World's Vast Ocean Primeval Forest, forcing nearby residents to relocate. I went to investigate and confirmed it. Perhaps the Vast Ocean Primeval Forest is the new entrance chosen by the Demon Realm."

"The primeval forest of the vast desert?"

Upon hearing the news brought back by Ren Chenfu, the group exchanged glances.

Finally, Tan Wuyu spoke up, saying, "We were just about to attack the Otherworld when this message came out. I'm afraid it's a trap set by the Demon Realm to lure us in, just like what happened at Yuanjiao Village before."

“It’s not impossible.” Ren Chenfu nodded in agreement. “I was impulsive; I didn’t think of this aspect.”

"Don't blame yourself," Mu Shaoai comforted Ren Chenfu. "The more information you have, the better your chances of success. Since we have no leads now, I think we might be able to explore the Hanhai Primitive Forest."

“That’s easier said than done,” Tan Wuyu retorted. “The Beichen Dynasty suffered heavy casualties during their previous exploration of the primeval forest. Now that the Drum Master is dead, the dangers in the primeval forest are probably even greater. Without a guide, we might suffer heavy losses before we even reach the Demon Realm’s lair.”

Hearing their conversation, Ren Chenfu frowned and asked, "The drummer you mentioned, could he be one of the Three Mysterious Sounds of the Northern Martial World? Judging from your words, this person lives in the Vast Primitive Forest?"

"This is a long story," Tan Wuyu shook his head and said, "But if there is anyone in the world who can be a guide, it is only the leather drummer who once lived in the primeval forest of the vast sea... No, speaking of which, there is another person."

"Who?" Mu Shaoai asked.

"After the leather drummer was still alive, someone accompanied him to live in the primeval forest of the vast desert for a period of time. Perhaps she can give you some insights into the secrets of the primeval forest."

Upon hearing Tan Wuyu's words, Jianzi Xianji also realized what was going on.

"The strings of the zither have been broken?"

"Exactly."

Tan Wuyu nodded emphatically, and Jianzi Xianji frowned deeply. The drum master had fallen into the hands of the pawnshop owner. If there was anyone in the world who could truly master the geography of the vast sea, besides the pawnshop owner, there was indeed only Qin Juexian. However, Qin Juexian had long since retired and was taking care of Granny Feng in the newly built Jufengli Village. Jianzi Xianji was somewhat unwilling to see someone who had already left the martial world dragged back into the turmoil of the martial world.

Looking at Jianzi Xianji, Tan Wuyu naturally knew why the other party hesitated, and said, "Jianzi, I know you don't want those who have retired to be involved in the turmoil of the martial world again, so you only need to gather information, and don't bring them out of the mountains to fight."

"This... Qin Juexian can only live a peaceful life for a while now, and Jufengli has only recently calmed down. Jianzi really doesn't want to let this peaceful place be dragged into the turmoil of the martial world again."

As Ren Chenfu listened to their conversation, he secretly made a mental calculation, and a name was already etched into his mind.

The broken strings of the zither, the sharp edge of the sword... perhaps that's a good starting point.

“There’s no need for you two to argue,” Ren Chenfu said. “I’ve only just learned a little about the matter of the Vast Primitive Forest, and I may not be able to confirm it. Although the Demon Heart has been taken by the Otherworldly Demon Realm, it cannot be resurrected in a day or two. It would be better to conduct some probing around the Primitive Forest now and make a decision on the next step after we have some results.”

“Ren Chenfu is right. Why don’t I, Old Qin, lead the whole family to take a look around the outside of the Hanhai Primitive Forest before making any plans?”

Upon hearing this, Mu Shaoai shook his head and said, "Qin Jiaxian, you have another task, which is to find clues about the person we mentioned earlier. As for the Vast Ocean Primitive Forest, we will explore it ourselves."

that person?
Ren Chenfu's eyes flickered, but he didn't ask any more questions. He knew that everyone present was no ordinary person, and any rash action would inevitably arouse suspicion. Qin Jiaxian could only nod when he heard what Mu Shaoai said.

"I see. Alright then. Be careful if you're going to the Vast Primitive Forest. Old man, let's go find someone!"

"Yes, sir!" Yin Shiren and Ye Tuling followed Qin Jiaxian's footsteps and left the Boundless Realm. Meanwhile, Mu Shaoai, Tan Wuyu, and Jianzi discussed the matter and decided that Tan Wuyu, Jianzi, and Ren Chenfu would first explore the outer perimeter of the Vast Sea Primitive Forest. They would then decide on the next steps after obtaining the results.

Just after the three left, Mu Shaoai slowly got up.

"Where does the pharmacist intend to go?" Wu Dao asked humbly.

"The person Buddha Sword encountered is an old friend of mine. We haven't seen each other for many days. Now that Buddha Sword has received his assistance, I should go and meet him."

Upon hearing this, Buddha Sword Fen Shuo slowly bowed and said, "Please convey Buddha Sword's thanks to him."

"Ha, definitely." Mu Shaoai chuckled and then left.

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Within the sacred realm, the monks suffered heavy casualties. The Earthly Vehicle One-Ichanti was seriously injured, and all three masters perished. The atmosphere in the entire Kasyapa Hall plummeted to its lowest point due to the loss of the Demon Heart.

"Returning to dust, returning to earth, the Buddha's compassion shines upon the entire world."

In the clear cave of purity, the silent icchantika led the remaining monks in prayer.

When Heaven's way is not right, evil prevails and the Way declines. Is this the inevitable suffering of all living beings? Is this the answer and will that Heaven has given to the Holy Realm?
The questions that Buddha asks in his heart are unknown to anyone, and no one can answer them.

With a sigh from Yichanti, the tattered body of the Heavenly Throne gradually burned away in the raging flames. At that moment, a ray of spiritual light flew out and entered the body of the Eight-Leaf Lotus beside him.

“It’s the Heavenly Lock,” Yichanti couldn’t help but exclaim upon seeing it.

The Celestial Lock is proof of the identity of the Dharma Master of the Kasyapa Palace. The appearance of the Celestial Lock signifies the birth of a new presiding master in the Sacred Kasyapa Palace, namely the Eight-Leaf Lotus.

"Amitabha." Eight-petaled Lotus reached out and took the Heavenly Lock.

A chanti standing nearby also spoke up, saying, "It is truly a blessing for the Holy Realm that the Dharma Venerable has accepted the Mandate of Heaven."

"Now that the Heavenly Lock has appeared in the world, we can concentrate on fighting the Otherworldly Demon Realm."

"The priority right now is to deal with the demonic heart..."

With the Demon Heart lost, Yama and Hanba are about to be resurrected. Ichanti couldn't imagine anything more important than this.

Eight-Leaf Lotus shook her head and said, "It's all about timing and fate; it's not something that can be reversed by human effort."

One of the icchantikas was puzzled and asked, "What does the Venerable Dharma mean by this?"

“Destiny has its own orbit, and you will understand when you encounter it. Amitabha. Let’s go to the Four Directions Platform first. In any case, if it weren’t for Yi Liu forcing back the people of the Demon Realm, the Holy Domain would probably be hard to protect. Regardless of Yi Liu’s reputation before, we should go and express our gratitude.”

“What the Venerable One says is very true. Everyone, please wait here. I will follow the Venerable One to the Four Directions Platform.”

(End of this chapter)