Divine Seal: Fire Kirin Fly Template, shattering the Demon God Pillar!

Chapter 65 A tree that stands out in the forest will be destroyed by the wind!
Behind the Demon Exorcism City, on a quiet mountaintop rarely visited by humans.

A cold wind howled, blowing the robes of the two people.

Chen Zidian stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the dark territory occupied by the demons in the distance, his gaze distant and profound.

“Little one, do you know why I brought you here alone?” He didn’t turn around, his voice carried by the wind.

Li Hao stood half a step behind him, shook his head, and said respectfully, "This junior does not know, please enlighten me, senior."

Chen Zidian remained silent for a moment, as if recalling something, and slowly said, "Six thousand years ago, on the Holy Demon Continent, the human race also had a glorious period of genius explosion."

"Geniuses of that time were as numerous as carp crossing a river."

"The most outstanding among them are even as talented as you are today."

"But they are all dead."

Chen Zidian's voice became low and suppressed.

“The trees are beautiful in the forest, but the wind will destroy them.”

"The demon race, especially the Demon God Emperor, will never allow any human to produce a peerless genius who can threaten their rule."

"Over the past six thousand years, it has seen six Demon God Emperors."

"Countless geniuses have fallen victim to assassinations by the demon race."

"The most recent one..."

At this point, Chen Zidian finally turned around, his weathered eyes looking at Li Hao with utmost seriousness.

“Little guy, your talent is even more terrifying than that of the Child of Reincarnation back then.”

"Today, before the Demon Exorcism Pass, in front of the Demon God Emperor, you, with your seventh-tier body, directly confronted a ninth-tier Demon God."

"This light is too dazzling."

"I hope you can spend some time in seclusion, biding your time and concealing your abilities."

Chen Zidian's tone carried a hint of pleading.

"I know that forcing someone as talented as you to endure this is a form of torture."

"But for the future of humanity, I hope you can endure the loneliness. Ten years, no, perhaps only five!"

"Give you five years of peace and stability, and with your talent, you will surely grow into a true pillar of white jade!"

"When that time comes, and you reappear out of nowhere, no one in the demon race will be able to subdue you!"

Let Li Hao retire and cultivate in seclusion.

This was the best way that the old knight, who had dedicated his life to humanity, could think of to protect Li Hao.

Upon hearing this, Li Hao fell silent.

He understood Chen Zidian's good intentions and knew that this was the safest and most rational choice.

As a time traveler, he understood the principle of "surviving to the end and having everything you need" better than anyone else.

but……

Images of his breakthroughs in battle and his insights gained on the brink of life and death flashed through his mind.

His strength, his conviction, everything about him, all stemmed from his relentless fighting spirit!
Huo Linfei's template is not about becoming stronger through meditation.

His declaration, "The enemy will either flee or be utterly defeated in front of me," is not just a slogan, but a "way" etched into his very bones!
Are you hiding your head in the sand?
That would cloud his Dao heart, diminish his fighting spirit, and dim the ever-burning Qilin fire.

Without unwavering courage, even the greatest talent will eventually fade into obscurity.

After pondering for a long time, Li Hao raised his head and met Chen Zidian's gaze, his eyes clear and firm.

"Thank you for your kindness and concern, senior." He bowed deeply, "However, I cannot accept this."

"A sharp sword that is not drawn will only rust slowly. A seed that dares not face the wind and rain will never grow into a towering tree."

Li Hao's voice was strong and clear.

"My path lies in war!"

"It lies in forging ahead without hesitation!"

"If I were forced to hide and eke out a living, my martial arts spirit would stagnate or even collapse."

"Senior, please forgive me for being unable to comply!"

Chen Zidian stared at him quietly, at the flame in his eyes that seemed capable of burning everything, for a long, long time.

Finally, he let out a long sigh, but a relieved smile appeared on his face.

"So be it, so be it... Perhaps, a prodigy like you shouldn't have taken the conventional path."

He knew he couldn't persuade them anymore.

This newborn Qilin cub has already set its course, and no one can forcibly change its trajectory.

"Since you have made up your mind, I will not force you." Chen Zidian's expression turned serious again. "But remember, be careful in everything you do!"

"The demons will stop at nothing to stop them. From now on, you will be the brightest thorn in their side." "I understand," Li Hao nodded solemnly.

"Go." Chen Zitian waved his hand, turned around again, and turned his back to Li Hao, leaving him with a back view as heavy as a mountain.

Li Hao bowed again, then turned around and transformed into a streak of light, flying towards the Exorcism City.

Only Chen Zidian remained atop the mountain.

"This kid... is even more persistent than I imagined."

He muttered to himself, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes, but more than that, there was a strange expectation.

"Perhaps, the future of humanity truly needs such a peerless divine weapon, one that dares to go against the wind and cut through all thorns..."

……

Three months passed in a blink of an eye.

For the warriors who fought valiantly on the front lines of the Exorcism Pass, these three months felt incredibly long.

But for the newly formed demon hunter group, who were carrying out various missions and frantically earning merits in the rear, it all seemed to pass by in the blink of an eye.

On this day, in the Holy City, at the headquarters of the Holy Temple Alliance, in the Holy Alliance Grand Conference Hall.

This magnificent hall, a symbol of the highest center of human power, is now packed to capacity.

The ten newly formed demon-hunting teams, which emerged from the selection competition, totaling sixty-one members, sat down neatly according to their respective team numbers.

Unlike when they first formed the group three months ago, they were quite inexperienced.

At this moment, the childishness on everyone's face has faded, replaced by a calmness and perseverance that comes from being tempered by blood and fire.

Their eyes were sharp as knives, and they exuded a steely, murderous aura that only those who had truly been on the battlefield possessed.

On the highest platform in the hall, six figures sat solemnly.

Han Qian, Deputy Temple Master of the Knight Temple; Ying Suifeng, Deputy Temple Master of the Assassin Temple; Ren Wokuang, Deputy Temple Master of the Warrior Temple; Lin Chen, Deputy Temple Master of the Magic Temple; Ruoshui, Deputy Temple Master of the Priest Temple; and Sanshui, Deputy Temple Master of the Soul Temple.

The six deputy temple masters of the six great temples gathered together to personally preside over the final ranking and award ceremony, demonstrating the alliance's emphasis on this year's newly formed demon hunter team.

The entire hall was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

All eyes were on Han Qian in the center.

Han Qian's majestic gaze swept over the young and resolute faces below, and he slowly stood up, his deep voice resounding throughout the hall.

"You guys are great!"

"Your performance during the three-month trial mission exceeded all our expectations."

"The military, especially the Exorcist Command, has given you extremely high praise. You have defended the honor of the Demon Hunter Corps with your actions and blood!"

After a brief and powerful opening, Han Qian didn't waste any more words and went straight to the point.

"Now, I announce the final rankings of the New Demon Hunter Team Competition!"

Everyone held their breath and clenched their fists.

"Tenth place, the Eighth Demon Hunter Team of the Warrior Rank, with 1,320 team merit points."

"Ninth place, the Seventh Demon Hunter Team (Soldier Rank), with 1,580 team merit points."

"..."

Han Qian's voice was calm and unhurried, rising in pitch as he read out the rankings and achievements of each demon-hunting team.

Some members of the demon-hunting group whose names were called showed joy, while others looked slightly disappointed.

Soon, they climbed into the top three.

"Fourth place, the fourth-ranked Demon Hunter Team, with 2,763 team merit points."

Han Qian paused slightly after reading this, glancing around at the crowd below, whetting everyone's appetite before continuing.

"Next up are the top three!"

"The Third-Rank Demon Hunter Squad and the Second-Rank Demon Hunter Squad are tied for second place!"

"Team merit points: 3,612! According to the rules, each person will receive an additional 400 merit points!"

Wow!
As soon as this statement came out, the whole place was in an uproar.

More than 3,600 merits!

This is already a rather astonishing number.

It's worth noting that many established demon hunter groups don't even earn this much in a year.

Then the two members of the Demon Hunter team who tied for second place did not show much joy on their faces.

All eyes were involuntarily drawn to the Fire Cloud Demon Hunter Team, who sat calmly in the front row from beginning to end.

How many merit points should they have?
On the platform, Han Qian took a deep breath, his expression becoming extremely solemn. He looked in Li Hao's direction and announced, word by word:
"First place, Fire Cloud Demon Hunter Team! Team merit..."

(End of this chapter)