Sword Shatters Stars

Chapter 178 Methods That Cannot Be Learned
Zhao Youyue...

This was the first time Lin Xiufeng and Lin Qiru had met Zhao Youyue since the Tianwei incident.

Lin Qiru had nothing to say; she harbored no hatred towards Zhao Youyue.

The only emotion she felt was the past relationship between Zhao Youyue and Lin Xiufeng.

This problem can only be resolved once Lin Xiufeng has completely let it go.

Lin Qiru did not blame Lin Xiufeng for this.

She felt guilty because she had concealed the awakening of the Heavenly Warrior, which led to a series of misfortunes.

When Zhao Youyue was at the Lonely King Volcano, she felt only uncontrollable anger and hatred towards Lin Xiufeng and Lin Qiru.

Two months later, Lin Xiufeng was surprised to find that Zhao Youyue was able to control her emotions and did not rush at him in a frenzy.

Zhao Youyue spent a long time mentally preparing herself for this.

She used the method Lin Xiufeng had taught her, repeatedly giving herself positive self-suggestions.

What would your uncle do?

"My uncle would never charge in and fight to the death; that would just be a pointless suicide!"

'I must become as strong as my uncle, and never again let my enemies despise, humiliate, and trample upon me like last time!'

'You must be patient when you need to be, and you must control your emotions! Your enemy is Jacqueline Hsu!'

'How long did she endure this, using the alias Lin Qiru, in front of me? How long did she endure it!'

'She can do it all! Zhao Youyue, how could you lose to her! You were raised by your uncle since childhood! How could you lose to Lin Qiru!'

'I must be calmer, more cunning, more ruthless, and better at disguising myself than her!'

Zhao Youyue's countless attempts at self-psychological preparation finally paid off when she met Lin Xiufeng and Lin Qiru.

Hatred and anger surged within Zhao Youyue.

But she was able to suppress these emotions and not let them overwhelm her reason.

She looked at Lin Xiufeng and Lin Qiru with anticipation.

There was no particular reaction.

Zhao Youyue was a little disappointed, but it's okay.

Lin Qiru and Lin Xiufeng are both good at disguising themselves and can keep their composure, so this situation was within her expectations.

Zhao Youyue shouted loudly, "The first believer of the Earth Tree has finally arrived."

"As the first believer, your contributions to the sacred tree are negligible. Shouldn't you step down as the first believer?"

"But it's understandable! The First Believer has just become the leader of the Heaven-Turning Organization, and he's so successful that he doesn't have time to fulfill his responsibilities as the First Believer!"

"Not to mention, he's been spending all his time with his new love, Lin Qiru, so he's even less free."

"It doesn't matter if you're busy. I've never forgotten my responsibility to the tree. I'll just be the first believer!"

Lin Xiufeng had no idea how many offerings Zhao Youyue had brought to the giant tree demon, which was why she was so confident.

But if she takes away the first believer, the situation will become passive.

Moreover, with the resources of the Heavenly Martial Corps, even the combined resources of the Anti-Heaven Organization and the Rebellious Organization cannot compare!

Zhao Youyue's approach to the competition from this angle indeed gives her a significant advantage.

Lin Xiufeng noticed that one of the giant tree demon's tendrils was wrapped around a blade of grass.

He was filled with doubt and about to explain himself when the giant tree demon suddenly cried out:

"No, no! Didn't I already say that we can't lie? We have to keep our word! So, the First Believer is the First Believer, and that can't be changed!"

"Your contribution is great, so I'm appointing you as the second believer!"

The giant tree demon, after speaking, changed the subject and said to Lin Xiufeng:

"However, First Believer, you must work harder! Learning from the Second Believer's methods would be very helpful..."

As the giant tree demon spoke, it suddenly noticed that Lin Xiufeng was standing far away from Zhao Youyue, but shoulder to shoulder with Lin Qiru, and couldn't help but ask in confusion:
"You humans are so strange." "Last time, the first and second believers were very close, how come they've become close to the fifth believer now?"

Well, Lin Xiufeng then realized that they had all been numbered by the giant tree demon.

"Great sacred tree, this is a long story..."

Before Lin Xiufeng could finish speaking, Zhao Youyue interrupted:
“It’s normal for the first believer to change his mind and fall in love with someone else; he’s always been an unreliable person. The Divine Tree didn’t know him well enough in the past.”

Lin Xiufeng was secretly furious; this was clearly an attempt to frame him and slander his character.

The giant tree spirit's mouth indeed opened wide, as if it were very surprised.

Lin Xiufeng immediately laughed and said, "You really have the nerve to say that! You only have Zhao Zongshan in your heart and eyes. You even dared to kill me, yet you say I've fallen for someone else!"

The giant tree demon instantly transferred its power to Zhao Youyue, its mouth still wide open.

Zhao Youyue retorted angrily, "Nonsense! He's my uncle!"

"That's right! He's your uncle—" Lin Xiufeng shouted loudly, feigning anger!

This shout stunned the large group of Tianwu Group members around them. Some even looked at Zhao Youyue with expressions of shock!
The giant tree spirit cried out in shock, "Ahhh! I know, I know, humans call it an incestuous relationship!"

Zhao Youyue was completely stunned!

She never expected that Lin Xiufeng would fabricate such a baseless accusation!
Zhao Youyue, enraged, wanted to rush forward and shouted:
"Lin Xiufeng, don't talk nonsense! It's one thing for you to insult me, but you've also insulted my deceased uncle! Are you even human?"

"Why didn't you say anything when you were trying to frame me?" Lin Xiufeng asked angrily.

The giant tree demon felt that without solid evidence, it was getting boring and didn't want to watch the two believers argue. Besides, the point wasn't that they were arguing!

"First believer and second believer, stop arguing. Settle your emotional entanglements privately. Let's talk about important matters!"

"First believer, you must learn the methods of the second believer!"

"The second believer brought me a whole bunch of bad people among humanity! A whole bunch of bad people!"

"Haha! I've gained so much power from absorbing humans!"

"You can capture more bad humans and bring them to me in the future!"

"And, and look over there, all of that is lush greenery brought by the second believer."

"She said she would keep them here from now on, and my body would shield them from the rain so they wouldn't run away."

"When the scallions grow more abundantly, I can satisfy my craving whenever I want to eat them."

"But I'm not in a hurry. I want the lush greenery to be as abundant as the grass on the prairie!"

Lin Xiufeng was utterly shocked by what the giant tree demon said!

He never expected that Zhao Youyue would come up with the idea of ​​capturing members of the Heaven-Defying Organization and offering them as tribute to the giant tree demon!

God!
O earth!
What kind of thought process is this?!
Is Zhao Youyue really... seemingly normal, but actually insane?
Lin Xiufeng moved closer and stepped forward. Zhao Youyue didn't want to back down, so she suppressed her emotions and stared at him without moving.

Lin Xiufeng questioned in a low voice, "Are you crazy? Treating people like offerings!"

"What are you pretending to be so noble for, you despicable scoundrel? If you knew that the number of remnants of a rebellious organization that takes in is worth dozens of scallions, would you still be able to stand it?"

Zhao Youyue gave a mocking sneer.

"Even if you've really gone mad, you should still consider the consequences of letting it eat people. If the story is exposed, it'll all be over."

"Don't forget, I joined halfway through and didn't experience the story you're telling me. Its anger will only be directed at you."

Zhao Youyue was very pleased with herself, while Lin Xiufeng was worried. Very good!
In that case, the advantage lies with her.

Lin Xiufeng whispered a reminder: "Don't be silly. By then, it will just be the result of the giant tree demon's demise, and we will ultimately benefit more."

The Heavenly Martial Clan will inevitably pay a heavy price to destroy the Giant Tree Demon, but it certainly won't be difficult for Lin Qiru to kill it.

Zhao Youyue had nothing to say and didn't want to say anything more.

"The First Believer should listen carefully to the divine message of the Great Tree and strive to learn how to better contribute to it. I'm busy continuing to find offerings for the Tree, and I don't have time for you! Farewell."

(End of this chapter)