I'm modifying myself into the ultimate demon.

Chapter 185 Little Night, Like Meeting You, The Ghost King's Trail!
Chen Mo summoned Juan'er to his side, touched her head, and sensed her cultivation level.

Eight Black Shadow Ghosts!
Although Chen Mo had anticipated this outcome, he was still quite surprised when he actually felt the Ghost Fragrance within Juan'er's body.

Juan'er seemed to sense Chen's surprise and said, "Young master, I don't know what happened, my cultivation level just improved... Actually, I didn't work hard."

Chen Mo: "..."

Your older brother is out there braving wind and rain... and you little brat, not only do you get to take advantage of him, you even went and messed with me at Versailles.

That's a bit too much.

Admittedly, Chen Mo only grumbled to himself for a moment, but in reality he was quite happy.

Just then, Juan'er asked, "Has your cultivation level increased dramatically recently, young master? Is that why Juan'er got a good deal?"

Chen Mo glared at her: You're only just realizing that now...

But she smiled and said, "Juan'er is so clever. Does Juan'er feel unwell at all?"

Juan'er shook her head: "No."

Chen Mo said, "Although your cultivation has progressed rapidly, you still need to adapt and become proficient in using it. Our days won't be so easy from now on. Do you understand?"

Juan'er nodded emphatically: "Juan'er understands."

"Go."

Chen Mo dismissed Juan'er and examined the ghost bone. He found that the fusion rate of the ghost bone had increased to 74%, then changed into a blue robe and went out.

As soon as Chen Mo stepped out of the gate of the Hundred Herbs Garden, he was stunned. He saw a huge crowd of people standing outside, each with eager and grateful eyes.

Clearly, they had come to their senses. Knowing that Chen Mo had saved them, they rushed over to express their gratitude.

"Vice Leader!"

"Thank you, Vice Leader!"

"I will be forever grateful for the great kindness of the deputy gang leader."

Chen Mo spotted Lu Chengzhuang in the crowd and called out, "Lu Chengzhuang, is anyone still unconscious?"

Lu Chengzhuang said, "No, they've all come back to life."

Chen Mo nodded: "I am everyone's vice leader, so it is my duty to protect you all. Everyone, please disperse."

After walking through crowds of people, Chen Mo arrived at the West Courtyard.

As they approached the bedroom, they could hear Tang Feifei, Manager Li, and Tang Binghu talking inside.

I could vaguely hear Tang Binghu mention his own name.

Chen Mo slowed his pace and walked slowly to the bedroom door. Through the half-open door, he saw Tang Feifei helping Tang Binghu sit on the bed, while Manager Li was brewing medicinal herbs beside them.

Similar to the last time I saw my master, it was another reunion after a long separation, except that compared to last time... my master looked much older.

The Green Wolf Gang suffered a series of calamities: the death of his father, the relocation of core members to the south, and the loss of their bloodline... These blows finally aged the once mighty leader.

Chen Mo also had many feelings.

If he had only laid the initial foundation in Honghe County, then his rise within the Green Wolf Gang in Nanyang was truly the beginning. And this entire process was accompanied by his master.

For me, my master is not only a guide, but also a companion and a witness.

Chen Mo composed himself, went inside, and bowed, saying, "Master."

brush!
The once lively room immediately fell silent. Everyone turned to look at Chen Mo.

Upon seeing Chen Mo, Tang Binghu excitedly called out "Little Mo" and tried to get out of bed. Chen Mo quickly went over to help Tang Binghu, saying, "Master's body is not fully recovered yet, don't get down."

Tang Binghu could not persuade him otherwise, so he sat back down on the bed and sighed, "Alas, Master is old and useless. Even a small injury causes so much trouble, and we have to take care of him. I am truly ashamed."

Chen Mo comforted him, "Master, what are you saying? Even a young man who is injured needs someone to take care of him. Master is in his prime. As long as you take good care of yourself, you can go back to normal once your injuries heal."

Tang Binghu laughed and shook his head: "I'm really getting old, I can't deny it. Life can never go back to what it used to be."

Chen Mo chatted with Tang Binghu for a few minutes, then turned to Manager Li and said, "Manager Li, my master and I have been separated for a long time and I would like to have a good talk behind closed doors."

"I know, I know. I'll take the stove outside and start decocting the medicine right away." Manager Li chuckled as he carried the stove out.

Tang Feifei thanked Chen Mo and was about to leave.

Chen Mo said, "The Third Master is one of our own, so let him stay."

"Yes," Tang Feifei replied, closing the door behind her.

Tang Binghu noticed Chen Mo's serious expression and asked, "Little Mo, is there something important to say?"

Chen Mo nodded: "To be honest, Master, I have been waiting for you to wake up. There are some things I need to ask of you. I should have waited until you were feeling better before speaking, but the situation is urgent. I can only trouble you now."

Tang Binghu waved his hand and said, "We are both men, so there's no need to be so formal. Xiao Mo, just say what you want to say."

While holding Tang Binghu's hand and transferring power to him, Chen Mo said, "The one who caused Master's possession was Shen Zishan. Shen Zishan was swallowed by Lord Blood Tiger a long time ago. Later, in the Ten Thousand Snake Cave, Shen Zishan fell under the spell of that deity from the Zhou family and was corrupted by the Water Serpent, turning into a giant snake. Master was bitten by Shen Zishan and was also poisoned by the venom. He almost turned into a snake. Fortunately, I returned in time and saved Master."

Later, after my investigation, I discovered that Shen Zishan had someone behind him—it was Abbess Huiyuan of Cihang Hui'an Temple in Nanzhou who was causing trouble. Later, I killed Abbess Huiyuan. But I didn't expect to fall into her trap. That Abbess Huiyuan actually summoned a wisp of the vengeful spirit of the greatest evil in Nanzhou… Rakshasa Mother.”

Tang Binghu suddenly realized: "So... our Green Wolf Gang... was all caused by that Rakshasa Mother? All the lights turned blood red, and a large red lantern was floating overhead. Everyone who saw the red light had their souls taken... all because of the Rakshasa Mother?"

Chen Mo nodded seriously: "Yes. That Rakshasa Mother came for me. She only wanted to take my life. On the contrary, I have implicated my master, the Third Master, and the entire Green Wolf Gang. Therefore, I cannot stay here any longer. Otherwise, the Green Wolf Gang will be destroyed by Rakshasa Mother sooner or later."

Tang Binghu looked up and stared at his disciple, suddenly feeling a pang of unease. "What are Xiao Mo's plans?"

Chen Mo said, "I must leave the Green Wolf Gang and Nanyang Prefecture immediately. And I must leave in a grand and public manner, making it known to everyone. Only in this way can the Green Wolf Gang escape disaster."

Eh.

Tang Binghu's eyes were filled with tears: "This is so hard on you, Xiao Mo. It's all because I'm incompetent and failed to protect you."

Tang Feifei, who was standing to the side, also felt very uncomfortable.

Chen Mo said, "Master, please don't think like that. If it weren't for you taking me into your sect, I would still be being hunted down by the Red Lantern Lady. If you hadn't given me a stage, I wouldn't be where I am today. I will never forget your kindness to me."

After composing himself, Tang Binghu asked, "Where do you plan to go next?"

Chen Mo looked outside, then at Tang Feifei: "There are no outsiders here, and I won't hide it from my master. I plan to go to Nanzhou."

Tang Binghu was taken aback: "Nanzhou is the stronghold of the Rakshasa Mother! Going to Nanzhou is like walking into a trap!"

Chen Mo's eyes were resolute: "That's precisely why I must go. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. That Rakshasa mother is trying every means to kill me, she's not giving me a way out. I can't let her get away with it either. A true man is born between heaven and earth, and there are some things... that can't be avoided. What must be faced, must be faced."

Tang Binghu and Tang Feifei stared wide-eyed at Chen Mo, their faces filled with disbelief.

Finally, Tang Binghu noticed the determination in Chen Mo's eyes and said, "I know Xiao Mo is no ordinary person. You will see a sight that I will never see in my life. Once you've made up your mind, I can't stop you. What I want to say is... be careful, be very careful."

Chen Mo said, “Master, rest assured, I have already made a plan. As for the Green Wolf Gang’s whereabouts, I have thought about it. If Master intends to stay in Nanyang Prefecture, that is fine too. But to be on the safe side, I know a friend in the capital. She should be able to protect the Green Wolf Gang. Why don’t you take the men and move to the capital?”

After pondering for a moment, Tang Binghu smiled wryly and said, "I thank you for your kindness, Xiao Mo, but I am getting old and have no ambition left. I just want to stay in my hometown and live out my remaining years in peace."

Chen Mo didn't insist, and said to Tang Feifei, "Third Master, could you please bring me a bowl and a dagger?"

Faced with Chen Mo's overwhelming power, Tang Feifei dared not refute his words and immediately left the house. When she returned, she had a bowl and a dagger in her hands.

puff!

Chen Mo picked up the dagger, cut his finger, and let the blood drip into the porcelain bowl.

Chen Mo stopped after filling the bowl about a third full with blood. He activated his Corpse Demon cultivation to heal his wounds, then presented the bowl to Tang Binghu: "Master, although Tang Family Fortress has lost the Black God, causing everyone's symbiotic blood to disappear, it's alright... This is my blood. I've fused with the power of the Blood Skull. This is my main bloodline. After you and the Third Master consume it, you will have my symbiotic blood. From now on, I will infuse this blood into the Golden Light Temple. Tang Family Fortress, by worshipping the Golden Light God, will receive the corresponding divine power."

I have two attendants at the Golden Light Temple, Shaoqiu and Shaoyun, who live in Cuiwei Residence in the city. They help my master revise the Burial of Souls Sutra, which corresponds to the spirit preservation of Lord Golden Light.

Now, my disciple is a Shadow Demon with nine incense sticks of cultivation, more than ten times stronger than the Black God. From now on, Tang Family Fortress will surely dominate Nanyang Prefecture and go even further.

hiss!
Tang Feifei and Tang Binghu stared wide-eyed at Chen Mo in disbelief.

Nine black shadows, ghostly cultivation.

That's comparable to a ninth-tier Transcendent Realm expert.

Just horrible.

If Tangjiabao were to obtain such a high level of symbiotic blood, the heights they could reach in the future would be more than ten times greater than before.

Most importantly... Chen Mo is only sixteen years old.

Its future growth potential is simply frightening.

For a moment, Tang Binghu was speechless.

Chen Mo said, "But I am now being targeted by Rakshasa Mama, and my future is uncertain. If Tang Family Fort gets too close to me, there may also be some risks. However, I will have Lord Chen Kun of the Demon Suppression Bureau look after Tang Family Fort. I think Rakshasa Mama wouldn't have taken action against the Green Wolf Gang unless she was too crazy. Please decide the pros and cons yourself, Master."

After saying that, Chen Mo stood up, walked to the bed, and knelt down with a thud.

Tang Binghu was shocked and immediately grabbed Chen Mo: "Xiao Mo, what are you doing?"

Chen Mo said, "Disciple, I don't know when we will meet again after this parting. Please allow me to pay my respects to my master."

Tang Binghu finally let go.

Bang.

Chen Mo kowtowed deeply, bowing his head to the ground, and said, word by word:

"I am deeply grateful to my master for taking me under his wing despite the danger of being chased by ghosts. I will never forget your kindness in imparting your knowledge and skills. I will work diligently and never fail to live up to your kindness. If I achieve something in the future, I will definitely return to the sect to serve you and show filial piety."

After saying this, Chen Mo kowtowed again.

"Master, the journey through the martial world is long, take care!"

"Take care, Third Master."

After saying this, Chen Mo bowed deeply, rose again, and then turned and walked out of the bedroom.

Tang Binghu watched the receding figure, finally unable to hold back his tears. "Xiao Mo! I will remember you as my disciple for the rest of my life. When you're out in the world, don't be a hero in everything. Life is a long journey, don't just focus on cultivation, you also need to take care of yourself, don't wrong yourself. Remember to eat and drink well. If you meet a girl you like, don't let her go..."

Chen Mo didn't turn around. Listening to his master's words, he walked forward step by step, his eyes unconsciously filled with glistening tears.

He knew that this trip to Nanzhou was fraught with peril, with only a slim chance of survival.

This parting between master and disciple, who knows when they will meet again.

Master, I will remember you for the rest of my life.

When we left the west courtyard, it was already past noon.

Chen Mo returned to the Hundred Herbs Garden alone and found that the three Li sisters, Wan'er, Lu Chengzhuang, Juan'er, and Su Yuqing, had already returned.

Chen Mo glanced at everyone: "Hua Bai, pack your bags. See you at the North Gate tonight. We're heading to Nanzhou. Juan'er, Xiaoyu, you two come with me."

"Lu Chengzhuang, make the arrangements. Tonight, have all the members of the Green Wolf Gang come to the North Gate to see me off as I leave the city. The bigger the show, the better."

After making the arrangements, Li Huabai and the other two went to pack their luggage.

Lu Chengzhuang was extremely surprised: "Young master, you're going to Nanzhou. Why didn't you tell me in advance? I would have packed my things and followed you north."

Chen Mo said, "You stay with the Green Wolf Gang. The Southern Continent is extremely dangerous. What are you going there for?"

Lu Chengzhuang: "But I've always been with you, young master. I don't know what to do without you."

Chen Mo said, "Then let's get married and have a son."

Lu Chengzhuang's eyes were filled with tears, and he couldn't speak.

Wan'er spoke up: "Young master, Wan'er will go with you."

Chen Mo walked up to Wan'er and said, "You stay here. Stay with my master; it's dangerous outside."

After leaving a message, Chen Mo went back to his room to pack his things, then left with Juan'er and Su Yuqing.

Wan'er followed him all the way to the door. Watching his departing figure, she finally couldn't help but shed tears. "Young master, this parting may be the last time we see each other in this life. Take care on your journey."

"I know, Wan'er, take care too."

……

The siblings Ouyang Lu and Ouyang Yu, who lived in a house not far from the Hundred Herbs Garden, were quite surprised to see Chen Mo leave.

Ouyang Yu said, "Brother, have you heard? Chen Mo is going to Nanzhou. Has he gone mad? He knows that Rakshasa Mother is the biggest evil in Nanzhou. He still dares to go and die? No, I have to go and stop Young Master Mo and explain the reason to him."

“Come back.” Ouyang Lu grabbed Ouyang Yu. “Young Master Mo is very clever. He naturally knows what he’s doing. You don’t need to say anything more.”

Ouyang Yu exclaimed, "We can't just stand by and watch Young Master Mo go to his death, can we? What's the difference between us and animals then?"

How could you say that... Ouyang Lu was speechless at his younger sister's words, but said, "Young Master Mo is probably planning to fight Rakshasa Mother to the death on his way to Nanzhou."

Ouyang Yu was incredulous: "That Rakshasa mother is so terrifying, and Young Master Mo is only sixteen years old... what can he possibly use to fight?"

Ouyang Lu said in a deep voice, "Young Master Mo was able to kill a wisp of Rakshasa Mother's spirit, which shows that he is hiding some terrifying methods. He may not be without a chance of winning. Moreover, the stage in Nanzhou is much bigger than here. I always feel that Young Master Mo is an extraordinary person, and there may be a glimmer of hope. This glimmer of hope does not only belong to Young Master Mo, but may also belong to us."

Ouyang Yu: "Brother, what do you mean..."

Ouyang Lu said, "Let's follow Young Master Mo to Nanzhou. We'll see how things go along the way. If I think Young Master Mo really has a chance of winning, we might as well tell him that earth-shattering secret. After all, Nanzhou City is our home."

Ouyang Yu was very worried: "This secret could expose the entire Southern Prefecture. Is that okay?"

Ouyang Lu said, "I'm not telling Young Master Mo directly. I'm just following them first and observing as we go. Don't say anything too much, lest you ruin my plans. Understand?"

Ouyang Yu nodded: "I understand."

……

Meanwhile, Chen Mo led Juan'er and Su Yuqing into the city.

They entered the city openly.

First, he went to Cuiwei Residence, met with Shaoqiu and Shaoyun, and explained some things. Afterwards, he didn't go home, but went straight to the Demon Suppression Bureau to find Chen Kun.

Chen Kun is still serving in the Nanyang Prefecture.

Upon seeing Chen Mo again, Chen Kun was very enthusiastic. "Oh my, what wind blew my brother Chen here? Please have a seat. I've always said that we both have the surname Chen, so who knows, we might have been brothers in a past life. We should be very close."

no way.

The Chief Lord values ​​Chen Mo far too much.

Chen Kun had no choice but to take the initiative to cultivate good relationships.

Chen Mo and his two companions entered the living room, where Chen Kun even made tea for them. He especially took a second look at Su Yuqing in her red Xiuhe dress, finding her elegant demeanor unbelievably refined.

Even in the capital, women of such refined elegance are rare.

After a brief exchange, Chen Mo inquired about his family.

Chen Kun said, "Don't worry, Brother Chen. I go to the Chen residence every few days to ask for a drink. Your little sister really likes me. If you don't come back soon, she might start to call me her brother."

Chen Mo was pleased to hear this and cupped his hands in thanks, saying, "Thank you for taking care of my family, Brother Chen."

Chen Kun waved his hand and said, "Brother Chen, if you say that, you don't consider me a brother. You're being too formal. Last time, Miss Nangong... repeatedly told me to take good care of Brother Chen's family. But now that Brother Chen has returned, and the matter of Dayin Mountain has been temporarily resolved, I can't stay here any longer. The reason I'm staying is to wait for Brother Chen to return so that I can hand over the reins in person."

What handover... it's nothing more than getting closer to Chen Mo.

Chen Mo suddenly stood up and cupped his hands in greeting to Chen Kun: "I have another matter to entrust to you."

"Oh dear, Brother Chen, what are you doing? Don't be so formal. Just tell me." Chen Kun quickly helped Chen Mo up. Seeing that Chen Mo had something to entrust to him, Chen Kun was actually very happy.

It's another time to build closer relationships.

Chen Mo said, "This matter is somewhat abrupt, but given the current situation, I have no choice but to do it. I want to write a letter to Xiao Ye, asking her to take care of my family. I also request that Chen Kun take my family to the capital."

This was a decision Chen Mo had pondered for a long time.

Now that he's been targeted by the Rakshasa Mother, he fears his family might also suffer. It's possible that if the Rakshasa Mother can't find him, she'll turn on his family.

If my master is willing to stay, then there's nothing I can do about it.

But the family was completely unaware of how terrible things were; they all had to go to the capital for everything to be safe.

Only then could Chen Mo feel at ease.

Chen Kun paused for a moment, then said, "It's nothing. Go write a letter and I'll take it."

"Good work."

Chen Mo took out a pen, ink, paper, and inkstone, and wrote two letters.

One letter for Xiaoye, and one letter for my family. So that my family won't be unaware of my plans.

After making the arrangements, Chen Mo had Chen Kun send him off at the North Gate in a grand manner.

……

Three months passed in a flash.

Beijing.

Nantian Tower.

It's already night.

On the 36th floor of the wooden building, an oil lamp was lit.

Dressed in a purple silk skirt, Nangong Ye leaned against the railing, gazing at the bustling capital city and its myriad lights. She picked up a jade flute and began to play softly.

The melodious, deep sound of the flute echoed from the wooden building.

Her beautiful eyes were slightly closed, revealing long, glistening eyelashes.

But unexpectedly, so much time has passed.

In the quiet of the night, I always think of that boy from back then. The bald guy I parted ways with at the Huai River.

The boy who shared a pillow with his mother in Hongcun Village, Dayin Mountain, the boy whose hands and feet were bound by his own actions.

On the banks of the River of Oblivion, there were two old people, an old woman and an old man, who depended on each other for life and death.

Those are indelible memories.

Before long, the song ended.

Chen Kun, who had been standing at the door, hurriedly walked in. "Sir, there's a letter for you."

Nangong Ye leaned against the railing, listening to the wind, and said dismissively, "You can just put it on the table."

As the owner of Nantian Tower, the head of the Demon Suppression Division, and a renowned beauty in the capital, Nangong Ye receives countless letters every day, especially those from the sons of noble families, princes, and dukes.

Nangong Ye never cared.

Chen Kun added, "Sir, this is from Nanyang Prefecture. It was written for you by Chen Mo..."

Before he could finish speaking, Chen Kun was horrified to discover that the letter in his hand... had disappeared.

Upon closer inspection... Nangong Ye was already sitting in a chair behind the long table, opening the envelope.

Ah...didn't you say to just put it on the table?
As Nangong Ye opened the envelope, he asked, "Is there anything else?"

Chen Kun then realized... he had been told to leave.

However, considering that Chen Mo had given instructions, he said, "After you finish reading the letter, sir, Chen Mo has more to say."

Nangong Ye stopped trying to send the guest away and opened the letter to read:
The calligraphy is so-so, but the writing is still quite clear.
Xiaoye, ever since we parted in Honghe County, I have missed you day and night. You didn't even take that bag of taro with you, I'm sick of eating it.

After reading the very first sentence, Nangong Ye felt quite pleased, a faint smile playing on his lips, and continued reading:

I wonder if Xiaoye is alright?
Xiaoye invited me to the capital, but I only wanted a peaceful life. You are too insignificant, brother.

Phew.

Nangong Ye couldn't help but laugh, thinking to herself: It's only been a few months, I wonder what that guy has gone through. His mindset has changed so much.

Continue to look down:

In this world of the Great Qian, where is there any peace and stability? Without sufficient strength, so-called peace and stability are nothing but illusions, like a reflection in a well or a flower in water. Every time something happens, it's like floating on the ocean, utterly defenseless. I, brother, do not wish to live such a life anymore.

Not bad!

Nangong Ye gave him a thumbs up: "You've finally figured it out. With such limited strength, expecting a peaceful life was just wishful thinking. Now you finally understand the good intentions behind Xiao Ye's invitation to the capital."

Continue to look down:

Brother knows that Xiaoye is the daughter of a top-tier demon-suppressing family in the capital, knowledgeable and meticulous. Brother has decided to come to the capital. If Xiaoye still remembers her brother, please do not forget our promise. When I arrive in the capital, please ask a great scholar to examine my classics.

Nangong Ye thought to himself: If you come, this little ceremony is indispensable.

Continue to look down:

However, before you go to the capital, you need to take care of something in Nanzhou. This matter is quite dangerous. I am fine personally, but I cannot leave my family behind. I ask you, Xiaoye, to remember our friendship and look after my family for me. I will definitely visit you to express my gratitude when I arrive in the capital.

Respectfully presented by Chen Mo, your elder brother.

After reading the letter, Nangong Ye looked up at Chen Kun and asked, "You brought Chen Mo's family into the capital?"

Chen Kun said, "Yes, I found them a house to settle down."

Nangong Ye nodded: "You did a good job. From now on, you must visit the Chen residence often, and you must not let anything happen to the people there."

Well done...

The way Nangong Ye uttered those four words was like heavenly music. Chen Kun had done countless errands before, but he had never received such high praise from the Chief.

This trip was tough... but it was worth it.

I knew that it would be difficult to gain the Chief's approval by focusing on official business.

We still need to start with Brother Chen.

"Rest assured, Your Excellency. Leave this matter to me."

Nangong Ye stood up: "Is the one from the Yujing Mountain Dojo available?"

Chen Kun asked, "Is the Chief Abbot referring to Baiyujing?"

"Ah."

"I've inquired. Master Bai Yujing is in seclusion; we're too busy. By the way, what brings you to see her, sir?"

Nangong Ye said, "Didn't you ask me before at Dayin Mountain who cut open that vast Qinghe River with a single sword? It was Bai Yujing, the Great Qian Sword Saint. This matter at Dayin Mountain is very important, and I need to go see her."

hiss!
Chen Kun gasped.

He vaguely remembered the vast, clear river he had seen when he followed Nangong Ye to the Dayin Mountains. It stretched for dozens of miles…

It was Bai Yujing... who cleaved it with a single sword strike!?

Is this... even human?

……

Outside Nanzhou City.

Qianfo County.

Temples and statues of Bodhisattvas are everywhere. Devout pilgrims are everywhere on the roads, offering incense. Their worship of the Buddhist temples is extremely sincere.

He would take two steps, then kneel on the ground, then stand up and take two more steps, then kowtow again...

On the outskirts of Qianfo County, there is a rather dilapidated temple.

It is named Baohua Temple.

Baohua Temple is deserted; the temple walls and gate are dilapidated, and the ground is overgrown with weeds. Few worshippers are seen throughout the year.

Dilapidated temples like these are not uncommon in Qianfo County.

Qianfo County... as the name suggests, has over a thousand temples, making the competition incredibly fierce. It's so competitive... the best temples invite renowned monks to reside there, naturally leading to a surge in worshippers.

But some lesser-known temples are in a much worse situation.

Those who suffer from drought will die from drought, and those who suffer from waterlogging will die from waterlogging.

In reality, Baohua Temple only has two monks.

A young monk, and an old monk.

It was already dusk when the young monk, who was only twelve or thirteen years old, took a broom and went to the front gate to sweep the ground.

The young monk was handsome and efficient, but when he saw the bustling temples around him and looked at his own doorstep, he felt very uneasy.

"Master is really something. If we don't raise some donations, our temple won't be able to afford food. But whenever we do raise some donations, Master only cares about eating lavishly and doesn't think about the long-term future of the temple. I really don't know how Master became the abbot. I could be the abbot too. I could do it even better... Ah!"

Before the little monk could finish speaking, he received a flick on the forehead.

When I looked up again, I was surprised to find a fat monk standing in front of me.

The young monk quickly bowed with one palm: "Master, what I said just now was mere nonsense. Please don't take it seriously."

The fat monk was quite tall and strong, standing at 1.9 meters, as robust as an ox, with a large belly. He was eating a chicken leg with grease dripping from his mouth and another in his hand. He said, "Fadu, you really don't learn your lesson. You always think your master is unfit to be abbot. Can you be abbot? And even better?"

The young monk was greatly alarmed: "This disciple dares not."

Click.

The fat monk took a big bite of his chicken leg: "You've already said it, what else are you afraid of? Since you're so eager to take my place as abbot, I might as well tell you. This temple was passed down to me by my father. Tell me, are you willing to be the abbot or not?"

The monk was greatly alarmed: "Isn't it said that monks and nuns are forbidden from indulging in lust? How can they have children and descendants?"

Snapped.

The fat monk flicked Fadu's forehead hard: "You've studied Buddhism with me for so many years, yet you still don't understand its true meaning. You deserve to be a disciple. Have you ever heard this saying?"

"Master, please teach me."

"Wine and meat pass through the intestines, but Buddha remains in the heart. The same applies to women. As long as there is no lust in one's heart, what does it matter whether one is actually afflicted by women?"

The young monk Fadu was deeply shocked: "No wonder Master eats so much meat and fish every day, it turns out that Buddha resides in his heart. Then... what is the purpose of our Baohua Temple taking in so many women?"

The laws are very strange.

Baohua Temple doesn't have many worshippers, but in recent months it has taken in a group of women and two men. They don't offer any money, yet the monks treat them extremely well.

This is completely illogical.

The fat monk said, "Your master has many friends and his students are all over the world."

Fadu said, "I don't think so. Master is just coveting the body of that white-clad benefactor. He spends all day serving her tea and water, being extremely humble."

The fat man blushed: "When did you see it?"

Fadu muttered, "Disciple has seen it every day. It's not that disciple intentionally spied on you, but Master, your behavior was just too obvious. However, there's something I'm not sure if I should say."

The fat man said, "Please speak freely."

Fa Du said, "That female benefactor named Hua Bai... I'm afraid she has no feelings for Master. But she's quite fond of that young man named Mo Gongzi. I'm afraid Master has misplaced his good intentions."

The fat man picked up a chicken leg and started slapping it repeatedly at Fadu. After he'd had his fill, he said, "What do you know, you little brat who hasn't even grown a beard yet? This is called being kind to others. Go sweep the floor and stop talking nonsense."

The rules of propriety vanished, replaced by a voice that said, "Master, I have something else to say, but I'm not sure if I should..."

Fatty: "Tell me quickly."

"Actually, when Master isn't acting like a sycophant, he's quite charming. If Master could be a little more reserved, perhaps the White-Haired Benefactor would think more highly of him?"

The fat man was taken aback: "How did you know?"

"I think that Young Master Mo is quite aloof and cold. I suppose that Miss Huabai likes that type."

The fat man pondered for a moment, then shoved a chicken leg into Fadu's hand: "You've said something sensible. I was also blinded by my own involvement. Now that you've enlightened me, I've finally seen the light. Don't worry, disciple, I promise I won't be a lackey anymore. Eh? I've never heard of 'lover' before. Where did you learn that?"

Fadu took the chicken leg, about to take a bite, and said, "That's what Young Master Mo said about Master."

"Damn it! Stop eating!" The fat man snatched the chicken leg away.

Just then, Li Huabai, with his white hair, hurried over carrying a booklet. The fat man's eyes nearly popped out of his head, and drool began to drip from his mouth.

Just as Fadu was about to say, "Master, don't be a sycophant," his master went and licked his boots.

"You've come early, Hua Bai. It's freezing cold, don't catch a cold. Come inside and let's talk. I've lit a stove and have some hot water and snacks. Please come in quickly, watch your step..."

Law: "..."

Li Huabai politely took two steps back to keep her distance from the fat man, and put her hands together in a gesture of respect: "Thank you for your kindness, Master Yuanfang, but I have important matters to attend to."

The chubby man felt as if something had stabbed his heart, but he still smiled broadly: "Is Hua Bai going to find Young Master Mo?"

Li Huabai replied, "Mm."

Heart stabbed +1.

Yuan Fang continued with a smile, "Young Master Mo got up early and is meditating in the meditation room in the backyard. I will take Hua Bai there now."

Li Huabai said, "Thank you for your kindness, Master Yuanfang, but I won't trouble you with such a small matter. I can go by myself."

After saying that, Li Huabai hurriedly entered the gate of Baohua Temple with the booklet in his hand.

Heart stabbing +1.

It hurts.

Master Yuanfang's face darkened as he watched Li Huabai's departing figure.

Fadu walked over, gloating, "Hmm, why can't Master change..."

"go away!"

Yuanfang rebuked the rules and then strode towards the meditation room in the backyard: "You surnamed Mo... this humble monk will fight you to the death."

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The meditation room in the backyard.

Although it's called a meditation room, it's actually a separate courtyard.

Although the courtyard wasn't luxurious, it had everything you'd expect.

Juan'er and Su Yuqing lived in the side rooms on both sides, while Ouyang Lu and Ouyang Yu lived in the courtyard next door.

When Chen Mo left Nanyang Prefecture, Ouyang Lu and his sister followed him. They insisted that they were also from Nanzhou and were just passing by. And so they ended up here.

As for Abbot Yuanfang of Baohua Temple, he is a remarkable person.

He and Li Huabai were childhood sweethearts, and he had always pursued Li Huabai.

Li Huabai's Black Mountain Tower was targeted by the Hua family, so he brought Chen Mo here to stay.

There are few worshippers here, which makes it convenient for Chen Mo to cultivate lightly.

Everything else is fine, except for Yuan Fang... he's such a sycophant. He's always guarding against me like I'm a thief, as if he's afraid there's something going on between me and Li Huabai.

call!
Chen Mo sat cross-legged in the living room of the meditation room, in seclusion.

After three months of secluded cultivation, Chen Mo's cultivation level has made great progress.

Using the deduction function, he deduced the Thousand Waters Technique and the Mountain Backing Technique to the ninth level of the Transcendent Realm. Chen Mo's cultivation of the Human Path naturally also reached the ninth level of the Transcendent Realm.

The Corpse Demon's cultivation level is still at the ninth level of Great Perfection.

Can't get up.

During that time, he often went to the Red Moon Palace in his dreams to serve the goddess.

But the Empress was not magnanimous.

Surprisingly, they didn't give me the Red Moon Essence.

Chen Mo didn't want to ask for it directly, since they weren't that familiar with each other yet.

During this time, Chen Mo also went outside Qianfo County to kill several ghosts and absorb their life force. However, his cultivation level still couldn't improve. He had already sensed that above the Nine Great Perfections stage, there was an extremely large barrier.

This barrier is as solid as a mountain and not easy to breach.

It's not something you can easily break through by absorbing the life force of ghosts.

After all, the next level corresponds to the Celestial Realm, the highest level of human cultivation. The cultivation of corpse demons is... that of hairy zombies and vengeful ghosts. Those are terrifying beings with two hundred years of cultivation. Countless ghosts need two hundred years of accumulation to even reach that realm.

Chen Mo was only sixteen years old, so naturally he wasn't in a hurry.

Moreover, Chen Mo's biggest motive for coming to Nanzhou this time is not here.

And yet... that Ghost King.

"I think as long as I find the Ghost King's trail and obtain his essence blood, and modify the compatibility settings, I should be able to easily break through this barrier."

"My cheat system is powerful, but I still need a strong reference point. You can't cook without rice."

"I wonder how Hua Bai and the others are doing with their inquiries?"

Chen Mo finished his practice, rubbed his temples, and then dragged his tired body to the eaves, looking at the sun shining down from the sky.

"I came to Nanzhou to seek two purposes: first, to help Jiang Hongyue retrieve her Yuehua so that she would leave my body and stop bothering me; second, to kill Rakshasa Mother and completely eliminate any potential threat. Only then can I enter the capital."

"And the most crucial thing is to find the Ghost King's whereabouts."

Just then, Juan'er finished washing the clothes and hung them to dry. She came over and said, "Young master, Juan'er has washed the clothes. Juan'er is going to make shadow puppets now."

As she spoke, Juan'er skipped and hopped into the room to fuss over the puppets.

Chen Mo was also moved after reading it.

After this period of guidance, Juan'er has become an all-around little helper. She can do all the housework and farm work.

“Young Master is someone who knows how to train people.” Su Yuqing came out of the side room at this moment and stood side by side with Chen Mo.

Chen Mo said, "Juan'er doesn't really have anything to do all day, so it's fine if she does a little more. By the way, did you find anything when you went to the Cihang Hui Nunnery nearby yesterday?"

Su Yuqing said, "The Cihang Hui'an Nunnery is searching for the young master all over the city. Their Abbess Gu Ci sent two nuns, Huijing and Huisi, to Nanyang Prefecture to investigate his whereabouts. They planned to capture his family as a threat. However, the young master had Chen Kun send his family to the capital, so they came up empty-handed. Later, they learned that the young master had openly left Nanyang Prefecture, so they searched everywhere. Little did they know, we were right under the noses of the Cihang Hui'an Nunnery."

Chen Mo said, "This place was found by Li Huabai. I also think it's safe. Such a surprise attack will definitely catch Gu Ci off guard. Let's not rush for now, let's find the Ghost King's trail first. Cihang Huian has bullied me like this, I will get my revenge a hundredfold sooner or later."

Chen Mo will never forget what Hui Yuan did to him back then.

Just then, Li Huabai walked in, smiled when he saw Chen Mo, and cupped his hands in greeting, "Young Master."

Chen Mo nodded: "Yes, is there any news?"

Li Huabai handed over the booklet and said, "I have exhausted all of Black Mountain Tower's information channels and finally found some clues. They are all recorded in the booklet, and you will know them as soon as you take a look."

Chen Mo opened the book and said as he read, "A hundred years ago, there was an ancient tribe that worshipped the Ghost King as a god? That tribe was located in the Great Snow Mountain not far from Qianfo County?"

Li Huabai said, "That's right. Because that tribe that worshipped the Ghost King disappeared mysteriously a hundred years ago and has not been seen since, it's very difficult to investigate. Do you know what the tribe's surname is, young master?"

Chen Mo shook his head: "What's your surname?"

Li Huabai said, "My surname is Ouyang."

(End of this chapter)