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Outside the Stone Tower.

Monk Xuan Ming opened his eyes and slowly exhaled a stifled breath, "Still no use! They've set up a Soundproof Formation; I can't eavesdrop on their conversation... What a cunning kid!" Originally, Monk Xuan Ming had intended to covertly extend his Divine Sense to overhear the conversation between Gao Fei and Shangguan Yunyue, but Gao Fei had anticipated this and had arranged for an extremely clever Soundproof Formation, effectively blocking Monk Xuan Ming's Divine Sense from the outside.

"Interesting!"

A hint of a smile emerged on the corners of Monk Xuan Ming's mouth, "What exactly did you talk about? Why are you afraid of me hearing it?"

Just as Monk Xuan Ming was hesitating whether to enter and see for himself, a voice came from inside the Stone Tower, "Monk outside, come in for a moment, Shangguan Yunyue has something to tell you."

"So you can't hold back anymore?" Monk Xuan Ming raised his eyebrow and stepped into the Stone Tower, reaching the top floor in just a few breaths. When he saw Gao Fei embracing Shangguan Yunyue, a flash of realization appeared in his eyes, "I knew your relationship was out of the ordinary."

"Who was that... Right, what's your name?" Gao Fei asked nonchalantly.

"This monk's Dharma name is Xuan Ming."

"Xuan Ming, huh? That name is pretty terrible; I suggest you change it..."

"Did you call me in here just to say that?" Monk Xuan Ming asked with a frown.

"Of course not," Gao Fei shook his head, "I called you in to discuss something with you, you might also see it as a transaction."

"A transaction?" A glint of light flashed in Monk Xuan Ming's eyes, "What transaction? Let's hear it!"

"It's about the Shariputra," Gao Fei released Shangguan Yunyue and stood up, walking towards Monk Xuan Ming, "Isn't it the Shariputra that you want? I'll give it to you!"

"Where is the Shariputra?" Monk Xuan Ming quickly inquired.

"Don't worry, I'll tell you," Gao Fei continued to walk forward, closing the distance to Monk Xuan Ming, "I can give you the Shariputra, but you must assure me that you won't trouble Shangguan Yunyue. Better yet, let her go; that's our condition, the only condition."

"No problem," Monk Xuan Ming nodded, "As long as Shangguan Yunyue hands over the Shariputra, I won't trouble her. As for letting her leave... I don't have the authority to decide that; I need to consult with the Abbot Brother."

"You need to consult the Abbot over such a trivial matter? You're too... useless."

"Everything in the Myriad Buddhas Sect is reported to the Abbot; it's the rule, nobody can break it, otherwise, they will face severe punishment."

"Right, what's your status in the Myriad Buddhas Sect?"

"I am the Head Elder of the Elder Council."

"What is this Elder Council? And what's this Head Elder? Sounds rather impressive, doesn't it?"

"The purpose of establishing the Elder Council is to fend off enemies and protect the Myriad Buddhas Sect. Only those with Tribulation Crossing Stage Cultivation qualify to enter the Elder Council. It's no exaggeration to say that the Elder Council is the strongest institute within the Myriad Buddhas Sect, and as for the Chief Great Elder... It's a title, primarily managing the major and minor affairs of the Elder Council."

"Oh, so you hold considerable power in the Myriad Buddhas Sect, second to none, right below the Abbot?" Gao Fei inquired, getting closer to Monk Xuan Ming. At this point, there was only about half a meter between them.

"One could say that," Monk Xuan Ming wasn't modest, "Besides the Abbot, no one can command me."

"Comparing the Myriad Buddhas Sect to a kingdom, the Abbot is the emperor, and you are the Crown Prince, correct?"

"Hmm... That analogy... isn't quite right... The emperor and the Crown Prince have a father-son relationship, but the Abbot and I... are not father and son..."

"Close enough."

"Not even close! Enough with the nonsense, hurry up and hand over the Shariputra. I've completed the task, so you can relax now."

"Oh, well, I do have a concern."

"What's there to be concerned about?"

"I'm worried that you won't keep your word."

"You're overthinking it! The Myriad Buddhas Sect has a long-standing heritage and profound foundation, the most righteous sect in the world. Since we promised you, we will certainly honor it, absolutely no going back on our word," said Xuan Ming: "You care about reputation, and so do we." These words rang true, anyone who wasn't a fool would cherish their reputation, but sometimes unexpected situations can damage it.

"I'm still not reassured."

"I've noticed that for someone your age, you're quite complicated in your thinking. That's incorrect, being too suspicious can affect your cultivation."

"Can't help it, I'm someone who tends to be suspicious, an old problem of many years, can't change it."

"So, what do you propose we do?"

"Make a cursed oath, swear on your future prospects that if you break the oath, your cultivation will stagnate, and you'll die a wretched death in obscurity."

"Hey... that's a very vicious oath, isn't it? But my conscience is clear! So, I'm not scared!" Xuan Ming raised his hand and began to make the cursed oath.

In the meantime, Gao Fei had already reached Xuan Ming, the distance between them so close that a mere lift of a hand could touch him, "Foolish monk! Lie down for me!" Gao Fei suddenly launched a fierce attack at Xuan Ming, or more accurately, a sneak attack while Xuan Ming was making his vow.

"Swoosh!"

Gao Fei first threw a clump of green flames, then released a swarm of fierce-looking bugs, followed by tossing a large hammer... These attacks were executed in the blink of an eye, with Gao Fei finally unleashing his ultimate move: Divine Power: Sky-Raging Palm!

With a single strike, a ferocious wind howled, the air twisted, and the whole Stone Tower vibrated violently.

"How dare you!"

Xuan Ming bellowed deafeningly; he could never have dreamed that Gao Fei would dare to attack him. How could Gao Fei dare to make a move? Xuan Ming was of Tribulation Crossing Stage Cultivation, while Gao Fei was only at the Unity of Heaven and Man Realm. There was a huge difference between their realms; if it came to a fight, Gao Fei would undoubtedly lose.

As per normal logic, Gao Fei wouldn't dare to attack Xuan Ming, but unfortunately, Gao Fei was no ordinary man and didn't play by the rules, turning the impossible into possible and catching Xuan Ming completely off guard.

Before acting, Gao Fei had made numerous preparations and only proceeded when he was certain of his chances.

Firstly, Gao Fei had used the first six transformations of the Heavenly Demon's Ten Transformations, increasing his strength by sixfold. He then made his move abruptly, first releasing Li Fire and Drug-absorbing Bugs to ensnare Xuan Ming, then throwing the large hammer as a sneak attack (the hammer, transformed from the Thousand Transformations Stone, was powerful and exceptionally hard, making it an excellent tool for sneak attacks). While Xuan Ming was flustered, Gao Fei launched his ultimate move: Divine Power: Sky-Raging Palm!

Under Gao Fei's precise calculations and successive strikes, Xuan Ming was actually injured.

And the injury was severe!

He was nearly killed!

Ultimately, Xuan Ming had underestimated his opponent. From beginning to end, he never took Gao Fei seriously, believing that Gao Fei's lower cultivation posed no threat. It was this mindset that led to him suffering a severe setback.

By utilizing the first six transformations of the Heavenly Demon's Ten Transformations, Gao Fei's strength increased sixfold in an instant; coupled with a series of treasures and techniques, his sneak attack was perfectly successful.

If it were a head-on battle, it would be nearly impossible for Gao Fei to injure Xuan Ming.