Ten Thousand Ways To Eliminate Players

With his acute senses and the emotional feedback from the backend system, Lin Bai knew Xu Longyun was coming as soon as she reached his doorstep.

However, her appearance still stunned him.

It could not be denied that Xu Longyun, showing her natural beauty, was truly beautiful. She was like a lotus emerging from clear water, relying on no makeup or adornment to enhance her beauty. Her allure was entirely different from those artificially beautified ladies around.

In the case of Luo Xue, even when her clothes were completely stripped away by the sonic attack, he had little reaction. After all, he had no idea what she looked like before her face was crafted.

Lin Bai looked at Xu Longyun and nodded with a smile.

Xu Longyun forced a smile, then frowned and shot Lin Bai an irritated glance.

Feng Jing forced out a smile as he watched the flirtatious glances between the two. I acknowledge the Commandery Princess. Since this is Duke Zhenguo's idea, I will take my leave. If the Commandery Princess has any orders, she may freely direct this old servant.

Xu Longyun had produced Duke Zhenguo's token, but Feng Jing knew that the Duke would never issue such an order, as it did not align with Taiyi Country's interests.

The correct approach for Taiyi Country was to sit and watch the tigers fight and then reap the benefits, not to join the fray itself and help Lin Bai wrestle with the Righteous Seven Sects. After all, Lin Bai was too crazy and impossible to control.

Taiyi and Taichu countries had long been discontented with the Cultivation World. However, being the first to confront the Righteous Seven Sects directly offered no benefit. If mishandled, their country might even be annihilated.

As a mere City Lord, he could play little part in this matter. Coming to see Lin Bai today, he was even prepared to die for the people.

Now that Xu Longyun had jumped out to take the blame, he was happy to extricate himself from the whirlpool.

Whether it was Duke Zhenguo's intent or the Commandery Princess of Yunyang's, he, a mere mortal, could not handle a fight between immortals. It was better to leave it to the higher-ups. Given Duke Zhenguo's wisdom, sending the Commandery Princess of Yunyang at this critical juncture was probably not a shot in the dark.

"City Lord, hold on! I have a favor to ask of you!" Lin Bai called out to the departing City Lord, his voice still in that persona.

"Lin Bai, you..." Xu Longyun's smile froze on her face. Her expression turned strange as she looked at Lin Bai. In her haste to rescue Lin Bai, she hadn't stopped at all but had kept traveling.

Only after arriving in Zhen City and reading *Justice Weekly* did she learn that Lin Bai had leveled all the mountainous forests within a hundred miles in one breath, not knowing that he was cultivating Spoken Law Follows.

Looking at the flamboyant Lin Bai, she suddenly felt so tired. Maybe it would have been better if my image of Lin Bai had remained as he was in Jiamucheng. Why on earth did I have to rush over here!

"Please call me Master," Lin Bai glanced at Xu Longyun, smoothly switching to a mature woman's voice. By now, he could freely switch between different female roles without any sense of dissonance.

"..." Xu Longyun.

"Xiao Yun, Master is cultivating Spoken Law Follows," Jiang Qingqin, standing beside her, explained.

"Oh!" Xu Longyun responded, comforting herself internally. Since he's cultivating, it's understandable. After all, what had always drawn me to him was his unrestrained freedom. However, the fact that his imitated female voice is even more seductive than my own is unforgivable!

Feng Jing, sharp-eyed as he was, noticed something going on between Xu Longyun and Lin Bai. Hence, he lowered his stance. "Does Alliance Hierarch Lin have any further instructions?"

"City Lord Feng, as you know, I am planning to hold a Law Promotion Conference in Zhen City. Currently, through my tireless efforts, Spoken Law Follows and the Love Principle have already spread throughout the world. However, the Way of Incompleteness and the Way of Cooking have received a lukewarm response. This time, during the Law Promotion Conference, I plan to strongly promote these two principles."

While speaking to the City Lord, Lin Bai maintained a serious face, but his tone was soft and sweet. It made Xu Longyun's teeth itch, but she could not interrupt Lin Bai's cultivation, so she could only glare at Feng Jing from the side.

The Commandery Princess is even jealous of *me*? She's hopeless! Feng Jing sighed inwardly, but his expression did not change. "How does the Alliance Hierarch plan to promote them?"

"I plan to use the City Lord's name to unite Zhen City, Qian City, and Kun City, invite well-known chefs from these cities, and hold a grand cooking contest to present the art of cooking to the world," Lin Bai said.

Feng Jing was stunned. He looked at Lin Bai and screamed internally, Are you out of your mind?! You're being hunted by Great Cheng experts now! What are you doing holding a cooking contest? Do you have so little regard for the Righteous Seven Sects?

After hesitating for a moment, Feng Jing said, "Alliance Hierarch, holding a cooking contest at this time... might be inappropriate, don't you think?"

"There's nothing inappropriate about it. No matter how difficult the situation, I, the Alliance Hierarch, will never forget my mission!" Lin Bai switched his tone again and said proudly, "This Alliance Hierarch will not be like the Righteous Seven Sects, who resort to unscrupulous tactics to suppress dissent. The Way of Cooking is profound and most relevant to the people's livelihoods, so promoting it is imperative. I, the Alliance Hierarch, will personally participate in the competition, win the championship in front of everyone, and take the runner-up as my disciple, teaching him the Great Path of Cooking."

"But..."

Feng Jing wanted to say more but was interrupted by Xu Longyun. "City Lord Feng, there are no 'buts.' Just agree to it. The Dao of Cultivation Law is profound. In the future, the Cultivation World and the people chosen by Heaven will inevitably clash. Cultivating the Dao of Cultivation Law can give the populace the confidence to protect themselves when facing those chosen by Heaven."

"Yes," Feng Jing awkwardly responded, thinking to himself, Just let them do as they please!

Lin Bai smiled and nodded at Xu Longyun. A single shout from him had flattened the mountain forests for a hundred miles around; such deterrent power was enough to make Great Cheng experts hesitate to act rashly.

However, sonic attacks did not distinguish between friend or foe and should not be used unless absolutely necessary; otherwise, he might end up killing himself.

It was better to take this opportunity to work on the tasks for the more peaceful Cooking God System. On one hand, it would show his fearlessness; on the other, it might draw Taiyi Country to his side. Xu Longyun's sudden arrival also greatly increased the possibility of Taiyi Country becoming an ally.

In times of chaos, no one could remain untouched.

Taiyi Country wanted to use him as cannon fodder and pick up the spoils from behind, but Lin Bai would not give them the chance.

"Thank you for your trouble, City Lord. As for the Way of Incompleteness..." Lin Bai smiled and continued, but just as he spoke a few words, he was interrupted once again by Xu Longyun.

Xu Longyun frowned at Lin Bai, her expression mournful. "Master, you promised me that the promotion for the Way of Incompleteness would be held in Jiamucheng. I cannot let down the people of Jiamucheng."

The task for the Everything Has Shortcomings System was to spread the idea of incompleteness and make over seven thousand people believe that incompleteness was a distinct concept.

Lin Bai had destroyed sect gates and promoted various texts about incompleteness through *Justice Weekly*, making all sorts of efforts, yet the task still showed no signs of completion.

This puzzled Lin Bai greatly, until one of his shouts drew out a Great Cheng expert that he finally realized where the problem lay.

The Love Principle had Separation of Love. His Spoken Law Follows could unleash an attack comparable to a Great Cheng expert's. Even with the Way of Cooking, one of his dishes had once illuminated half the sky.

Only the Way of Incompleteness had never truly shown its power. Prophecies and the like did not materialize concretely. People only saw him wreaking havoc, so it was normal for them to have doubts about the Way of Incompleteness.

Clearly, holding exhibitions and similar activities was no longer very effective. He had to make the world recognize that the Way of Incompleteness was genuinely useful for the task from the Everything Has Shortcomings System to have any chance of progressing.

This was a difficult problem.

The Internal Force Martial Arts rewarded by the Everything Has Shortcomings System couldn't keep up with his troublemaking speed. The only useful reward so far was the Great Demon Solution Book.

However, he had defined the Way of Incompleteness as the Doctrine of Divination, which didn't align with the Great Demon Solution Book, making the promotion of the Way of Incompleteness rather awkward.

Currently, Lin Bai could not find a way to break this deadlock.

Fortunately, if one avenue was blocked, another opened up. The rewards from other Systems were sufficient for him to handle everything. Promoting the Way of Incompleteness was better than nothing.

Since Xu Longyun had brought up Jiamucheng, he might as well agree. So, he nodded. "Alright, the promotion of the Way of Incompleteness will still be held in Jiamucheng."

Xu Longyun's anger dissolved into a smile. "Thank you, Master."

"In that case, I shall take my leave," Feng Jing said, shaking his head helplessly and asking to depart once more.

"City Lord, please go ahead. Do come again and have some fun next time! Silver, escort the City Lord back to his residence," Lin Bai said, looking at Feng Jing and once again adopting the tone of a brothel madam seeing off a guest.

After all, seeing things through to the end was the best way to demonstrate his hospitality!

「After the City Lord left」

"Xiao Yun, you weren't in Jiamucheng. How did you find the time to come see me?" Lin Bai turned to Xu Longyun, switching to a 'bestie chat' mode.

Habit made it natural.

As long as he wasn't embarrassed, others would be.

Xu Longyun looked at the coquettish Lin Bai and sighed helplessly. "Isn't it because Master is too good at stirring up trouble? It's only been a few days, and you've made yourself a public enemy, to the point where even the Mahayana Realm has mobilized against the Justice League. Your disciple was afraid she'd never see Master again, so I rushed here to lend you a hand."

"Good sister, it wasn't in vain that Master doted on you." Lin Bai smiled at Xu Longyun. "Now that you're here, don't leave. With all the disciples gathered, Master can arrange your cultivation and help you all make a name for yourselves. The mere mention of the Five Sisters of the Righteous Door should make outsiders tremble."

What on earth was he talking about? Xu Longyun, accustomed to seriousness, couldn't keep up with Lin Bai's rambling words and could only force a smile.

At this moment, she once again had the thought that Lin Bai was not a good match for her. Living with such an eccentric fellow for a lifetime, she'd surely be driven mad! But then, her face quickly reddened. Lin Bai hadn't even agreed to accept her yet. Why was she overthinking things and worrying for nothing? With that spare energy, she might as well figure out how to snatch Master away from Jiang Qingqin! Even if she felt he wasn't suitable, she had to be the one to dump Lin Bai first.

Feeling the sudden hostility from Xu Longyun, Jiang Qingqin looked at her strangely, her previously relaxed and natural smile turning awkward and guilty.

After all, she had stolen her best friend's man.

But soon, her gaze became determined again. She met Xu Longyun's eyes. So what if they were best friends? She was too slow to make a move! Now, she was Lin Bai's recognized lover. If Xu Longyun dared to play dirty, she would let her taste the power of love that is stronger than gold. She believed in Lin Bai; he had comprehended the Separation of Love from her. If his feelings weren't so deep, how could he have grasped Divine Skills?

Little White Fox, completely oblivious to the tension between her two junior martial sisters, kindly reminded Lin Bai, "Master, Brother Deng is male."

"When he cultivates Spoken Law Follows in the future, we can have him change into a girl," Lin Bai said. His senses were much sharper; Jiang Qingqin's and Xu Longyun's thoughts were crystal clear to him.

But his current situation was like walking a tightrope; one misstep could lead to eternal damnation. How could he be bothered with romance? If they wanted to stir up trouble, let them. He would just give them the cold shoulder. It wouldn't be too late to consider personal matters when he could command the winds and rains in this world and no longer lived from hand to mouth. A man should prioritize his career.

Ignoring Jiang Qingqin's smug look, Xu Longyun took out a Magic Artifact she had obtained from her family. Smiling at Lin Bai, she said, "Master, this is the Chaos Jade I begged my father for. It can withstand nine attacks from a Great Cheng expert. I know your Dao of Cultivation Law is unparalleled, but this is a token of your disciple's heart. Please, Master, you must accept it."

Love stronger than gold? Ha! If I, this Commandery Princess, don't employ my methods, that's one thing. But if I truly use them, I'll leave you eight streets behind in an instant... You think you're worthy of stealing this Commandery Princess's man?

Jiang Qingqin's face changed instantly. Lately, she had been distressed about not being able to help Lin Bai. And now Xu Longyun had just made a huge move right from the start, one she couldn't counter at all. She was just a minor Golden Core cultivator from the Hundred Flower Valley. Her current status was all thanks to Lin Bai. What qualifications did she have to compete with the all-powerful Duke Zhenguo?

"Good sister, truly loyal!" Lin Bai was ecstatic. He reached out and took the Chaos Jade. Wasn't his lack of defense his biggest worry all along?

The sects he had subdued were all bottom-tier minor sects; what good treasures could they possibly have?

With this Chaos Jade, capable of blocking nine attacks from a Great Cheng expert, the Skills rewarded by the System finally had a true arena to be used. If he could just deal with one Great Cheng expert, he himself would be a genuine Great Cheng expert.

Xu Longyun shot Jiang Qingqin a triumphant glance and smiled. "Master, I also have a Thousand Miles Talisman here. If you encounter danger, it can randomly teleport you a thousand miles away. I know Master probably won't need it, but it's good to have as a precaution. Please accept it, Master."

Xu Longyun subtly flattered Lin Bai, as if she had presented two insignificant Magic Treasures.

Jiang Qingqin grew even more silent. Two Divine Artifacts given away so casually! What did she have to compete with Xu Longyun? Was her only option left to warm his bed?

"Excellent treasures! I knew Little Yun was the best. She's truly Master's sweet little comforter," Lin Bai said, accepting the Thousand Miles Talisman and lavishing praise. Indeed, the Commandery Princess was his lucky star. Back in Jiamucheng, she had given him Pill Medicine and tokens, and now she was giving him Magic Treasures. She definitely had the fate of a wife who brings good fortune.

Being a kept man is the best!

Xu Longyun blushed slightly and cautioned, "Master, do not use the Thousand Miles Talisman carelessly. Spatial Magic Treasures have always been unstable. Indeed, the Thousand Miles Talisman can instantly transport someone a thousand miles away, but it could also send them into a mountain, deep underground, or into lava. One misstep, and you could face even greater danger. It absolutely cannot be used by anyone without immense Qi Yun; you must be exceedingly cautious when using it."

"I am a man destined to achieve the Heavenly Dao. Qi Yun is the one thing I don't lack." Lin Bai waved his hand, plucking more than ten Spirit Fruits from a nearby tree. He chuckled, "Little Yun Yun, Master can't take your treasures for free. Here, these Spirit Condensing Fruits are all for you. Eat them and cultivate diligently. From now on, Master will lead you all to soar!"

"What are these?" Xu Longyun asked.

"These are fruits for Soul Condensation. There are no side effects. Eat as many as you like. If you run out, just ask Master for more," Lin Bai said. Xu Longyun's Magic Artifacts came from Duke Zhenguo, and perhaps her affection for him was mixed in.

But the fact that she could obtain these Magic Artifacts and deliver them to him also proved that Duke Zhenguo was showing goodwill towards him.

In that case, he would definitely not be stingy about displaying his own strength.

With comparable strength, he would have sufficient confidence when discussing cooperation.