Yinshan Record

Chapter 519 Liu Yi's Beautiful Misunderstanding
With the Great River Alliance as its logistical support, the banquet in Xuan Mountain was naturally well-supplied with various supplies. However, as lively as it was, the aftermath inevitably left behind a desolate scene of scattered cups and plates.

After all, everyone knows the leaders of this group. Once they lose the support of Bailudong, the destruction of this group is only a matter of time.

After drinking to his heart's content, Liu Yidao's clone, under the cover of Lao Niu and Yaksha Mingfei, temporarily bid farewell to the banquet and headed towards Yue Luan's camp.

Although Elder Yue is still ranked second in the Great River Alliance, he is showing signs of gaining real power.

There were many rumors circulating in the camp that Jin Li, the leader of the Great River Alliance, had already decided to retire, and that Elder Yue, the old man, would step forward to take charge of all affairs within the alliance in the future.

However, Su Che did not take such rumors to heart, because Elder Yue, such a powerful figure, was definitely not as simple as ordinary people imagined.

The clone walked slowly and arrived at the familiar tent.

During the time when the main body was cultivating in Huangtiandao, Liu Yidao's clone came here quite often. It was either Yue Luan asking him to handle certain matters or giving him guidance on some issues in his cultivation.

Whether it was the heretical practice of the Great Vajrabhairava King or the Returning Wind and Withered Snow Sword Qi, Elder Yue always spoke with certainty, fully demonstrating the background and strength of his family.

Su Che carefully observed the area around the tent and cautiously took a step forward.

After this step, the weather changed dramatically. Within a three-zhang radius around him, sword energies surged forth, rushing towards him like a torrential rain and a fierce wind.

Su Che handled the task with ease, his right hand forming a sword-like gesture that slowly drew a full circle in the air.

Meanwhile, chilling sword energy surged from Liu Yidao's clone, transforming into a wave of snow that repelled all the surrounding sword energy.

"Your Wind Return Sword Circle technique is already quite impressive. Although it's not quite as sophisticated and refined as some experienced cultivators, even on Yuyang Mountain today, there aren't many Core Formation cultivators who can use it effectively."

Yue Luan's voice came from inside the tent.

"Alright, you've passed this test today. Come in."

Su Che bowed respectfully and stepped into the tent.

Yue Luan's tent remained unchanged. The mysterious master was slowly turning the pages of an ancient bamboo scroll. The leather covering the scroll was made of the skin of some unknown animal, and faint spiritual light could be seen emanating from it.

Elder Yue.

"sit down."

Su Che bowed again before respectfully sitting down opposite the old monster.

Everyone has secrets. You are no exception.

Yue Luan's casual remark made Su Che feel a little nervous.

Could it be that this person has already noticed something?

"I have a secret method of divination that can predict the past and future, and I also have the art of observing people that can reveal their true nature."

Yue Luan glanced at Su Che as he spoke: "I've said before, where you, Liu Yidao, come from and where you go has nothing to do with me. But today is a little different."

Su Che kept his eyes down, seemingly focused on his own thoughts, but he understood perfectly well what was going on.

The identity of Liu Yidao was borrowed from Little Fox, and it can be said to be completely shrouded in mystery, making it easy for anyone to find out the truth with a simple investigation.

However, Su Che had no idea whether his clone could hide the truth from the person in front of him.

“You come from the Western Lands, carrying the scent of the Six Paths of Reincarnation; this cannot be hidden from me.”

Yue Luan gave a cold laugh as he spoke.

Su Che felt greatly relieved.

Yue Luan's words were certainly correct. His own avatar was one of the incarnations of Śikṣānanda, and it incorporated the Nine Netherworld Reincarnation Technique and the True Meaning of the Future Star Constellation Tribulation Scripture. In terms of origin, it was indeed from the Western Lands.

However, Su Che believed that with the existence of the true meaning of the Future Star Tribulation Scripture, it should be able to conceal the secrets of heaven and become the best means of hiding his own clone. Of course, he still had to appear fearful on the surface.

"I thought that useless Śikṣānanda was the vanguard of the Buddhist scheme in the Central Plains, but now it seems she was just a decoy placed on the outside, and you are the backup plan left behind, aren't you?"

You're quite the guesser.

Su Che could only swallow hard: "You understand everything?"

"I understand it better than you think."

Yue Luan looked at Su Che and asked, "How is the Returning Wind and Withered Snow Sword Qi?"

"This is truly an unparalleled skill."

Su Che's words were not a lie.

The Returning Wind and Withered Snow Sword Qi of Yuyang Mountain combines sword cultivation techniques with profound esoteric methods, truly making it a unique skill.

“The Buddhist rules are very strict. If you want to break free from them, you have to become a demon or be killed by the sword.” Yue Luan looked at Su Che and said slowly, “Since you have cultivated the Returning Wind and Withered Snow Sword Qi, it means you have the intention to break away from them.”

Su Che immediately realized that this was truly a beautiful misunderstanding.

Yue Luan believed himself to be a hidden Buddhist figure, a contingency plan following Śikṣānanda's overt scheme, and thus he used the "Returning Wind and Withered Snow Sword Qi" as a hint. After all, to break free from the shackles of Buddhism, the only options besides succumbing to demonic possession were to follow the path of sword cultivation.

His diligent practice of the Returning Wind and Withered Snow Sword Qi was seen as proof of his determination to break free from the shackles of Buddhism.

Actually, if you think about it carefully, it makes sense. If you really were a Buddhist disciple, practicing swordsmanship every day would be like practicing demonic arts, which would be a clear indication that you're going to become a traitor.

"Disciple...disciple..."

Faced with Yue Luan's misunderstanding, Su Che didn't know what to say for a moment.

"If you want to come out, then come out. You don't need to worry about anything. I am the Longevity Immortal of the Jade Scenery Sect. Protecting you from the shackles of Buddhism is as easy as snapping my fingers. You can even become a disciple of my Jade Scenery Sect. There is always a way out for you."

As Yue Luan spoke, he exuded an aura that was hard to look directly at, as if a sharp blade capable of splitting the heavens and the earth had been sheathed for a long time and was finally drawn today. Naturally, sword energy soared straight to the heavens and shook the celestial palace.

"However, since you are a member of the Buddhist community, you should naturally know about cause and effect, the consequences of yesterday's actions. You always have to pay a price..."

You've finally revealed your true colors.

Su Che hurriedly stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Please, Master, save me from this sea of ​​suffering, your disciple..."

"The Xuandu Palace will soon hold a grand gathering, which will attract not only heroes from the Three Mountains and Five Peaks, but also heroes from the East Sea, the Western Lands, the Southern Wilderness, and other places. The prize at this gathering is a pass to the ancient city of Luofeng in the underworld. If you can obtain this pass, it will be a remarkable achievement."

Yue Luan smiled slightly and said, "However, the Xuandu Palace has already reserved all the tokens internally, so it will be extremely difficult for you to obtain one."

"I would go through fire and water without hesitation."

“Words are useless.” Yue Luan looked at Su Che and said, “Since you want to become a disciple of my Yu Jing Dao sect, you don’t need to use the name Yi Dao anymore. It’s too vulgar and uncultured. From now on, you will be called Liu Yi. There is a supernatural power called ‘Five Weapons Sword Gu’. Take it and practice it well.”

Elder Yue looked at Su Che meaningfully: "You should practice diligently first. In a few days, I will take you to see an old monster. If you can obtain a token, you will naturally have a way out in the future."

He said thoughtfully.

"Even if someone were to rise to prominence like Su Che, the reincarnation of the Azure Emperor, it wouldn't be impossible. Do you understand?"

Liu Yi, does this mean he'll be going to the Dragon Palace as a son-in-law from now on?
However, his reputation as the reincarnation of the Azure Emperor was deeply ingrained in people's minds; even the old monster before him knew it. He had certainly lived up to his master's earnest instructions.

Su Che quickly replied, "This disciple thanks Senior for bestowing upon me a name."

(End of this chapter)