Chapter 318: The Death of Lingkong

"The two benefactors need not be like this. This dragon corpse also has a karmic connection with you both. If you wish for some resources, feel free to take some; this poor monk will absolutely not stop you."

Hua Kai and Hua Xie were stunned upon hearing this; why was this monk suddenly so generous?

Yet, in that very moment of distraction, Monk Lingkong struck out with a palm, aiming straight for Hua Kai's chest.

Facing Monk Lingkong's sudden attack, the reactions of the sisters Hua Kai and Hua Xie were completely different.

Because she had been on guard early on, Hua Kai wore an 'as expected' expression and instantly dodged the incoming palm technique.

Hua Xie, however, was instantly enraged. She had not expected this monk, who appeared so compassionate, to be so despicable as to launch a sneak attack on her sister.

"Despicable monk!" Hua Xie shouted in anger, her figure surging up as she charged toward Monk Lingkong like an arrow released from a bow. Her palms were condensed with thick spiritual power, and with the sound of tearing wind, she bore down on Monk Lingkong's face.

Seeing this, Hua Kai also quickly snapped back to her senses; she knew well that this was no time for hesitation. She followed closely behind Hua Xie, her palms poised and ready, prepared to provide support at any moment.

Facing the sisters' sudden counterattack, a flash of surprise crossed Monk Lingkong's eyes, but he immediately returned to calm. He did not dodge, but instead lightly flicked his sleeve, and a gentle force dissolved Hua Xie's attack into nothingness.

"The two benefactors have misunderstood; this poor monk has no ill intent." Monk Lingkong's voice remained peaceful, but his tone held a bit more helplessness. "It is just that this black dragon corpse is no small matter; the value contained within is enough to trigger countless disputes. Although this poor monk has the heart to yield it to you both, I must also ensure it does not fall into the hands of villains."

"Then why did you still sneak attack us?" Hua Xie questioned angrily; she did not believe such an explanation could quell her rage.

"This poor monk only wished to test your strength and character," Monk Lingkong explained. "If you two only know how to take and do not know how to be on guard, then if this black dragon corpse falls into your hands, I fear it will only invite more trouble."

Upon hearing this, Hua Kai had to admit in her heart that his words held some truth. In this world where the strong are respected, resources are always accompanied by strife and slaughter. If they sisters did not have sufficient strength, it would indeed be difficult to protect this hard-won opportunity.

Thinking of this, Hua Kai gently tugged on her sister's sleeve, signaling her to calm down. Although Hua Xie still felt unwilling, seeing her sister's gaze, she had no choice but to suppress her anger and step to the side.

"The Master's words are reasonable; it was our sisters who were reckless." Hua Kai bowed to Monk Lingkong and said sincerely, "But please rest assured, Master, we two sisters will certainly act with caution and will not let this black dragon corpse become a source of disaster."

Seeing this, Monk Lingkong nodded slightly, a trace of approval flashing in his eyes. "It is a fortunate thing that the two benefactors can understand this poor monk's painstaking efforts."

Just as Monk Lingkong was preparing to say something more,

Hua Kai flicked her hand back, and a cloud of pollen, white mixed with pink, instantly permeated the air, rushing toward Monk Lingkong's face like an invisible net.

That white-and-pink pollen shimmered in the sunlight like flowers in full bloom during spring, yet it hid murderous intent.

Monk Lingkong retreated violently when struck, attempting to avoid this sudden attack. However, the pollen seemed to have a spirit of its own, following his figure closely; no matter how he dodged, he could not completely shake it off.

"Sister, well done!" Seeing this, Hua Xie could not help but cheer for her sister. She knew well that this "Flower Shadow Lost Track" was created from pollen her sister had painstakingly cultivated for many years; it was not only beautiful and enchanting, but also contained powerful hallucinogenic force, capable of making enemies fall into a brief state of confusion.

Monk Lingkong was, after all, at the Spirit Wheel Late Stage of cultivation. Despite being trapped by the pollen, he quickly steadied his mind, pressed his palms together, and silently recited a mantra. A golden Buddhist light was seen surging from his body, intertwining with the pollen to form a strange scene.

"May Buddha be praised, how virtuous, how virtuous. Two benefactors, why be so aggressive?" Monk Lingkong's voice rose within the golden light, carrying a touch of majesty and compassion.

Hua Kai and Hua Xie looked at each other, both seeing the murderous intent toward the monk in the other's eyes.

"Monk Lingkong, do you really think my Daoist friend Li Chenfeng died in vain?" Hua Kai's eyes were filled with malice; speaking of Li Chenfeng brought a pang of heartache.

"Exactly! A life for a life, debts must be paid. You are merely relying on your cultivation being higher than ours. First there was the dragon fighting to the death, then there was my Brother Chenfeng's life-sacrificing Sword. Even if your divine abilities are powerful, I don't believe you have much strength left at this moment!"

Watching Hua Xie's resolute words, Monk Lingkong was truly a bit shaken; his current spiritual power was indeed running low.

But taking down the two people before him should not be a problem.

"Two female benefactors, do not bring ruin upon yourselves!"

"Ruin? Does Brother Chenfeng's life count as bringing ruin upon himself?" Hua Kai retorted excitedly, her eyes reddening; she was clearly brooding over Li Chenfeng's death.

"Today is your death day!" Hua Kai shouted, and a Black Thorn Whip appeared in her hand, covered in sharp barbs.

Hua Xie also attacked at the same time; her weapon was a Willow Branch that shimmered with a metallic luster.

Seeing this, Monk Lingkong had no choice but to put away his compassion and deal with them with all his might. He pressed his palms together again to form a seal, and a layer of golden light rose over his body.

The golden Buddhist light became even more dazzling, as if it were about to illuminate the entire space. His figure was like lightning, weaving freely between the sisters' attacks, and every strike he made dissolved their offensive at just the right moment.

Just as Hua Xie had said, although Monk Lingkong's cultivation was profound, his previous fierce battle with the dragon and Li Chenfeng's life-sacrificing strike had already consumed much of his spiritual power. At this moment, although he remained powerful, he was no longer that expert who could easily handle everything.

As the battle deepened, the tacit understanding between the sisters Hua Kai and Hua Xie grew ever stronger. Their attacks were as smooth and natural as flowing clouds and water, and every strike was filled with a sense of power. While Monk Lingkong resisted with all his might, his defense began to show flaws.

"Haha! Monk Lingkong, how much longer can you hold on?" Hua Kai laughed loudly, the Thorn Whip in her hand lashing out at Monk Lingkong once more.

Monk Lingkong's expression was grim; he knew he had fallen into a predicament. But he did not give up, instead continuing to resist the sisters' offensive stubbornly.

However, as time passed, Monk Lingkong's physical strength gradually exhausted, and his movements became increasingly sluggish. Finally, in a moment of error, he was struck on the shoulder by Hua Xie's Sword, and blood instantly stained his Buddhist robe red.

"Ah!" Monk Lingkong let out a miserable cry, his body staggering backward.