The Unorthodox Tomb Raider

"How arrogant!" Chen Changkui sneered from the side. "If he wants to die, let him die. Everyone, stay away and don't get dragged down by him."

As he spoke, Chen Changkui quickly led his men away. The others hesitated for a moment but also began to prepare to leave, since they were all struggling to survive and had no ability to help others.

Standing beneath the giant serpent, Fang Yun maintained his calm demeanor. Facing the serpent's overwhelming ferocity, he raised his head and said, "Just a paper tiger. Today, I'll show you what true power is!"

Suddenly, Fang Yun pulled a paper talisman with strange symbols drawn on it from his pocket. On the talisman, a compass-shaped object was drawn in gold paint.

Fang Yun muttered incantations as he tossed the talisman forward, and it floated up into the air.

"what is that?"

Upon seeing this scene, Chen Changkui and his group were puzzled and stopped in their tracks.

"That talisman can actually float in the air. I had only ever heard of it being the method of a highly accomplished Taoist master."

Instantly, the talisman emitted a strong golden light, and under the shroud of this golden light, a circular object was constantly gathering in the void, gradually condensing into a golden pagoda.

Although the pagoda was not very large, it was still more than half a zhang tall and about four chi wide. Moreover, it seemed to carry a vast and boundless aura, so much so that no one could muster any desire to resist it.

"What is that?"

Everyone stared wide-eyed, stammering but unable to utter a word.

"Today I'll show you what I'm capable of!"

With a final shout, Fang Yun suddenly stretched out his right foot and stepped forward. The golden bell that had just condensed seemed to receive a command and flew directly towards the giant snake.

The giant snake hissed and was about to charge at Fang Yun, but it was blocked halfway by the golden bell.

"Zhong Qi... Suppress!"

With Fang Yun's repeated commands, the golden bell arrived on the giant snake's head, then pressed the snake down, causing it to shrink inch by inch. Judging from its panicked appearance, it seemed as if it had been captured by someone.

(Zhao Dehao)

"Press it down!"

The golden bell continued to press down, and the snake felt the pressure increasing, its muscles cracking and popping as if they were about to be torn apart at any moment.

"Okay, that's my way."

At the final command, the bell applied pressure once more, pressing down with all its might. Bloodstains appeared on the snake's skin, the result of torn muscles.

The giant snake's eyes were bloodshot, and it twisted its body wildly, flicking its tongue, but it just couldn't escape from under the bell.

It tried to burrow back into the ground, but found that the ground had already been sealed off.

Now, for this giant serpent, this place has become a dead end.

Chapter 373 Master Fang!

"Eastern Emperor Lingchen, display my divine might!"

As Fang Yun uttered his last word, the golden bell suddenly grew larger and larger. The oppressive aura was like a mountain looming over everyone's heads, choking them and rendering them speechless.

"This...this is the Celestial Master."

"This is a technique only a Celestial Master could use!"

As the light in the giant snake's eyes gradually dimmed and its entire body shrank into the ground, some of the older people present couldn't help but kneel down, their eyes filled with reverence as they looked at Fang Yun.

"This, how could this be..." Chen Changkui was dumbfounded for a moment. Celestial Masters were legendary figures, how could it be Fang Yun, and such a young boy at that?

If Fang Yun really is a Celestial Master, then all the disrespect he had shown him before... Thinking of this, Chen Changkui's heart couldn't take it anymore.

If a Taoist priest really wanted to kill you, probably no one could stop him, and it would be done silently, without leaving any trace of evidence. Even if he wanted to eliminate you openly, probably no one would risk offending a Taoist priest for your sake.

713 “Hiss—”

After a scream, the snake's head, which had been raised high, and its several-meter-tall body crashed into the ground with a loud thud. The spot where it had been was now nothing but a crater.

It all felt like a dream. If it weren't for the fact that there were so many corpses right there, no one would have believed what had just happened.

"Greetings, Celestial Master."

"Greetings, Celestial Master!"

Many people felt a surge of reverence and couldn't help but kneel down and kowtow to Fang Yun. When Chen Changkui saw that everyone else had bowed down, he gritted his teeth and also knelt down.

Fang Yun was in a very bad state. That move had really taken a toll on him, and it took him a while to recover before he came to his senses.

When he saw the people kneeling on the ground, he was both amused and exasperated, and he helped them up.

"Master, why don't you go back and rest first? Now that the great demon has been eliminated, we can leave the rest to you."

"Yes, there shouldn't be any danger inside the tomb now. We can handle this small matter."

At the moment, many people volunteered and patted their chests as they spoke.

Seeing this, Chen Changkui sneered repeatedly. "Why didn't I see you guys being so brave before? You've all suddenly become so energetic."

“Master Fang is a distinguished guest invited by our Chen family, and it is only right that our Chen family escorts him.”

Chen Changkui suddenly spoke, and then had a dozen servants surround Fang Yun behind him.

"Come on, let's escort Master Fang back first. Let them do whatever they want with the rest."

With that, Chen Changkui took the lead and walked ahead.

Chen Changkui understood this very well. Fang Yun was the most valuable asset right now, and being able to serve Fang Yun well was more important than anything else.

As for whether Fang Yun was a guest invited by his second brother Chen Changwei, Chen Changkui felt there was no need to worry about it.

If Second Brother knew Fang Yun was a Celestial Master, he wouldn't have acted that way before. This is enough to show that he wasn't familiar with Fang Yun either; it was just their first meeting.

Surrounded by a crowd, Fang Yun first returned to the Chen family residence.

Hearing the commotion, Chen Lilang came out and saw Fang Yun still in the group. Before he could even utter a sound, Chen Changkui slapped him on the head: "Aren't you going to find a seat for Master Fang?"

"Master Fang?"

Chen Lilang opened his mouth wide, speechless. But when he recalled the scene in the antique shop, he shuddered and didn't dare to look at Fang Yun again. He turned around and ran to make tea.

When Chen Changwei arrived, he was also puzzled by what he saw. It was only after Chen Changkui explained that he understood.

"So it was the Celestial Master in person. Changwei thanks you from here."

Chen Changwei had assumed that Fang Yun was Guo Lao's prized disciple, and that he, as an elder, had given Fang Yun ample face. However, if Fang Yun was a Celestial Master, then his previous etiquette seemed far too simplistic.

This made Chen Changwei feel somewhat ashamed.

Fang Yun naturally didn't like their enthusiasm, so after thanking them, he returned to his room.

The Chen family was reasonable enough to know that Chen Xiaonan and Fang Yun seemed to have a good relationship, so they instructed Chen Xiaonan to take care of Fang Yun.

Later that evening, Chen Xiaonan knocked on Fang Yun's door with a food box in hand.

It's clear that Chen Xiaonan has changed somewhat. Besides dressing up carefully, her expression also seems a little unnatural, lacking the mischievousness and carefree attitude she used to have.

"What's wrong? The weather's only changed and you've already changed people?"

Fang Yun asked, amused.

"This...this, are you really a Celestial Master?"

Chen Xiaonan's eyes widened, filled with curiosity.

Fang Yun smiled faintly, "Strictly speaking, no... but you could say that. Of course, I'm still the same Fang Yun; just treat me as a friend."

Chapter 374 Another Turbulence

"That's fine then. Since you're so capable, Fang Yun... can I ask you for a favor?"

Fang Yun smiled upon hearing this and said, "Go ahead."

“I’ve heard that the Celestial Master is very powerful. He can bring back the bones of the dead and make withered trees come back to life. I have a friend who lives on Qishan Mountain nearby. She has a medicinal herb garden, but now all the herbs are withered and yellow, as if they are about to die. Do you know if you can do anything about it?”

Fang Yun became interested upon hearing this. He had long heard that Qishan was a place of auspicious feng shui and had been designated as a protected area by the local authorities. It would be a good opportunity to take a look.

"Don't worry, my friend is a very nice person. If you can help her family save this herb garden, she might give us several herbs in return," Chen Xiaonan said, afraid that Fang Yun wouldn't agree.

"Okay, then I'll go with you to take a look tomorrow morning."

After Fang Yun agreed, Chen Xiaonan's face immediately lit up with an excited smile. Afraid of disturbing Fang Yun's rest, she quickly turned around, opened the door, and left.

Fang Yun watched Chen Xiaonan's departing figure and simply shook his head with amusement.

The next morning, Chen Xiaonan was waiting at Fang Yun's door. After Fang Yun had finished breakfast, Chen Changwei suddenly walked in.

"Master Chen, this place is no longer suitable for you. Please find another accommodation."

Fang Yun asked curiously, "Isn't this place perfectly fine? Why can't we stay here anymore?"

"It's really too shabby for someone of your status to live in this small courtyard. I didn't dare to disturb you since you went to bed early last night. I've already had the main house prepared overnight. Please come and stay there."

Fang Yun smiled and waved his hand, saying, "There's no need for such a big fuss. Besides, that matter is almost over now, and I'll be going back soon anyway. I won't stay here."

Upon hearing this, Chen Changwei respectfully bowed and said, "Master Chen, you have given so much to our Chen family. Please give our Chen family a chance to make amends. Even if you no longer live here, this house will always be reserved for you. You can come back and stay whenever you want."

Chen Changwei wasn't stupid. If he could maintain a long-term and stable relationship with Fang Yun, what was wrong with giving Fang Yun his old family mansion as a cave dwelling?

Now that Fang Yun is in the Chen family, it's like having a Bodhisattva enshrined in their home. When the Chen family goes out in the future, won't they be superior to others?

Fang Yun knew that it would be difficult to refuse now, so he could only nod in agreement. Chen Xiaonan, however, said sourly from the side, "I used to get scolded for going into that house to play for a while."

"Xiao Nan!" Chen Changwei snapped.

Fang Yun smiled and glanced at Chen Xiaonan, saying, "If you want to stay, then go ahead. Anyway, there are plenty of rooms there, and I can't fit them all."