NABC Chapter 314: Sect Master
Chapter 314: Sect Master
Chapter 314: Sect Master
Clank!
The shattered Golden Thread Ring-Blade smashed heavily onto the ground.
Under the stimulus of this sound, Shi Shihu, whose mind was frozen by the continuous shocking scenes earlier, as well as the Martial Saints and disciples who could barely comprehend such terrifying power, all shuddered simultaneously.
Their gazes toward Li Pin were filled with uncontrollable fear.
Li Pin maintained his outstretched hand as metal fragments fell from his fingers, his gaze indifferent as he looked at Shi Shihu. "The Dragonfist Sect's martial art is a complete mess."
Shi Shihu's countenance turned deathly pale.
Feeling the definite fractures in his finger bones, triquetral bone, lunate bone, and the near loss of mobility in his right foot, his heart sank rapidly.
This was a Martial God! The man before him, who appeared to be in his thirties, was a true Martial God!
Not only had he condensed a Lifeform Force Field, but he had also comprehended the Celestial Force Field and combined the two, forming the true path of a Martial God.
How could such a person exist in these parts? Wasn't it only possible to nurture an expert like this through the assistance of multiple Master Astral Cultivators, in places like the Six Extremities?
Shi Shihu stared at Li Pin with shock. How is this possible?
If it weren't for the significant difference between this Martial God Li and the pioneer of the Martial God path, he might have mistaken Li Pin for the Martial God.
After a while, Shi Shihu took a deep breath and looked around.
All the Martial Saints of the Dragonfist Sect had rushed out of the inner courtyard after hearing that someone was causing trouble... but they didn't dare make a move.
Li Pin, with his flesh and blood... had left them reeling with shock.
Or rather, having watched him use the Celestial Force Field to withstand Shi Shihu's lethal move—the Azura Dragon Netherfire—and then crush the Golden Thread Ring-Blade barehanded, they were appalled. The sight had been too terrifying. Even though there were over ten Martial Saints present, none of them dared to make a move.
All of them had a look of horror on their faces.
Well... there were some in crowd looking... excited or agitated.
However, that was beside the point. The point was that even if Shi Shihu gave the order, and all the Martial Saints were to obey his command to surround and kill Li Pin, it would be meaningless.
The gap was just too great. His previous exchange with Li Pin made Shi Shihu realize he was no match to Li Pin. They weren't even on the same level. If they forced a fight, the entire Dragonfist Sect might just become history.
Shi Shihu took a deep breath, his expression slightly desolate. "I've lost."
"You call yourself a Martial God, yet you haven't even comprehended the Celestial Force Field...." Li Pin looked at Shi Shihu. "I'm very disappointed."
Shi Shihu felt a bit embarrassed. "I'm indeed not a Martial God. I only wanted to quickly use the name of Martial God to rally the Martial Saints in Molong Country and the surrounding areas to strengthen the Dragonfist Sect's prestige. By doing so, we can prevent Molong Country's royal family from arbitrarily suppressing us again whenever they feel like it...."
As he said this, he glanced at Wen Xingchen. "It's true that an elder from my Dragonfist Sect went down the mountain with ill intentions toward Lord Wen. However, that was because he was hired by Lord Cui, and his actions were only meant to threaten Lord Wen...."
"What was done, was done. The rest doesn't matter," Li Pin said calmly.
Upon hearing this, Shi Shihu fell silent.@@@@
"I came here to find like-minded people, to explore the Martial God Path together through combat, but it turns out...."
Shi Shihu knew that as long as they were alive, the Dragonfist Sect would continue. However, with the true Martial God power of Li Pin before him, if Li Pin intended to establish himself in the Molong Country, there would be no place for them in the martial world.
By then, they would either have to leave the Molong Country, abandon the land the Dragonfist Sect relied on for survival, or... disband and join other major factions. They'd no longer be known as the Dragonfist Sect.
Thinking of these outcomes, Shi Shihu's Vitality, Qi, and Spirit faded significantly.
Li Pin was a little surprised. "Oh, judging by your expressions, none of you plan to resist?"
"I know... I probably didn't even push you to exert your full strength just now... The gap is just too huge," Shi Shihu said bitterly. "The Martial God Li from back then... Martial God Li Pin, suppressed hundreds of Martial Saints by himself on Crimson Flame Island... Later, he even used supreme power to bring a Legendary Astral Cultivator to mutual destruction!
"A Legendary Astral Cultivator... That's an existence beyond my imagination. But suppressing hundreds of Martial Saints alone... After seeing you, I understand now that this wasn't an exaggeration."
Those who understood the times were wise. Bowing before an opponent you couldn't defeat was sometimes inevitable.
Just like how they submitted to the Molong Royal Family, even sending their sect's most precious manual to them and having disciples serve the royal family.
"You're wise to understand what's good for you," Li Pin praised. "If you still wish to stay here and maintain the Dragonfist Sect's name, that's not impossible."
Upon hearing this, Shi Shihu immediately looked up.
He knew this was likely the choice Martial God Li was referring to.
"The Dragonfist Sect may be unremarkable, but with over thirty Martial Saints, it's decent enough. I happen to need people to serve by my side, so you can either leave, or stay here and follow my commands."
Had Shi Shihu heard these words prior to knowing that Li Pin had ascended to a Martial God, he would most likely have chosen to leave in despair.
After all, as the Dragonfist Sect's sect master, he was considered a well-known figure in the martial world. The thought of becoming someone else's subordinate would have been too humiliating. However, it was a different matter altogether now that he had learned that Li Pin was a Martial God who comprehended the Astral Force Field.
What did that signify? It signified that Martial God Li's talent and genius far surpassed his own by an immeasurable degree.
In the future, Martial God Li could very well grow to rival the founder of the Martial God Path, Li Pin, and wield the power to challenge Legendary Astral Cultivators!
For such a power figure to select the little Dragonfist Sect, comprised of a bunch of Martial Saints and a Quasi-Martial God was an incredible opportunity. Even though this mighty individual had yet to reach his peak, it still promised an unfathomable future.
Moreover, if this person were to truly reach his full potential, what would the Dragonfist Sect even matter?
In this land, known as the land of ten-thousand saints, there was no shortage of top notch martial influences that would be flocking over to offer their service!
Shi Shihu quickly made his decision. "In martial cultivation, there is no first or last in learning. Whoever excels is the master!"
With a solemn expression, he cupped his hands in respect. "Although the Dragonfist Sect has been passed down for a century on this land, it has always been mediocre. I, Shi Shihu, may have taken on the heavy responsibility of leading the sect, but my abilities are limited, and I've been barely able to sustain its reputation.
"After wandering half my life, I've finally met a worthy leader. If you're willing to accept me, I will acknowledge you as my Master. From now on, I will go through fire and water without hesitation, aiding you in your grand endeavor!"
Li Pin looked at Shi Shihu, and he could sense the sincerity in his words.
Of course, at this point, he wouldn't truly trust the Dragonfist Sect. As he mentioned before, he simply needed people to be at his disposal.
It was to the extent that he even needed some people to serve Wen Yusheng, helping him quickly take control of the Black Gold Mine area.
"I don't have the habit of taking in disciples," Li Pin said calmly, "However, as long as it doesn't interfere with my cultivation, I won't be stingy in sharing insights or giving guidance on martial arts."
He glanced at Shi Shihu, who not long ago had proclaimed to be a Martial God. "Though the Martial God realm has been discovered, there is still a long road ahead. I hope that years from now, I won't be walking this path alone."
"Martial God Li, your willingness to guide us in martial cultivation is the greatest kindness you could bestow upon us!" Shi Shihu said with utmost respect. "From this day forth, all members of the Dragonfist Sect will regard you as our supreme leader. We will serve you, Martial God Li, as our new sect master."