Chapter 805

805. Chapter 803: Prohibit Malicious Speculation

"True Lord Po Tian? How could it be you?"

Lu Yuan asked, somewhat surprised.

True Lord Po Tian looked somewhat fatigued and angry, with a hint of dissatisfaction on his face.

"Lu Yuan, I heard that Zi Xi'er became dissatisfied because she was involved in a transaction."

"I have decided to temporarily leave the Black Flame Sect."

His voice revealed a hint of disappointment and anger.

This sudden news made Lu Yuan feel somewhat surprised.

He knew True Lord Po Tian had special feelings for Zi Xi'er, but he never expected that he would choose to leave because of a deal.

"Are you sure you want to leave?"

"This is a major decision; have you thought it through clearly?"

Lu Yuan tried to persuade him.

True Lord Po Tian glared, his anger not yet subsided, and replied, "Of course I've thought it through!"

"I will not tolerate anyone harming Zi Xi'er."

"I will investigate this myself and protect her safety."

Lu Yuan fell silent for a moment; he knew True Lord Po Tian's concern for Zi Xi'er was sincere, and he understood his anger at this moment.

But he still felt True Lord Po Tian's suggestion was too impulsive.

"True Lord Po Tian, I understand your regard for Zi Xi'er, but now we must handle this calmly."

"After all, we are on the path of cultivation seeking power and realm." Lu Yuan tried to get him to think rationally.

True Lord Po Tian then looked somewhat disappointed and angry, "Do you also think that way?"

"Do you also think I'm only getting close to her by using our connection?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuan's heart jolted.

He never expected True Lord Po Tian would suspect Su Liyan's motives.

He had always felt Su Liyan was acting for his good and would not go back on her word.

"True Lord Po Tian, you have misunderstood."

"Su Liyan has always treated you sincerely."

Lu Yuan replied firmly.

However, True Lord Po Tian did not respond immediately.

He silently departed, leaving behind a deep sense of disappointment and confusion.

Lu Yuan watched his retreating back, his heart filled with worry and anxiety.

He knew that if this misunderstanding were not resolved promptly, his close friend might take extreme action.

One year later, Lu Yuan, engaged in secluded cultivation inside Lei Huo Dan Ge, devoted himself to consolidating and enhancing his strength, and he formulated a strict plan to accelerate progress.

Each day he spent in cultivation; although progress was somewhat difficult, he still maintained perseverance and effort.

Lu Yuan sat quietly inside Lei Huo Dan Ge, immersed in the atmosphere of cultivation.

His secluded cultivation had lasted a full year, and he knew little about outside affairs.

The runes and regulations on the pages shimmered with a mysterious light before his eyes, and Lu Yuan strove to grasp their profound mysteries.

Sunlight streamed warmly into the main hall from outside the window, a gentle breeze brushed his face, giving him a hint of comfort and tranquility.

The disciples inside Lei Huo Dan Ge busily managed various affairs, business thriving, which made Lu Yuan feel relieved.

Although he could not participate in the grand event in Heavenly Wind City, in this gathering at Chen Xiao Cheng he also had his own responsibility and mission.

Over the past year of secluded cultivation, Lu Yuan devoted himself wholeheartedly to consolidating and enhancing his strength, strictly following the plan he had set for himself, step by step.

External disturbances did not bother him; to him they were like mere mosquitoes, needing only to be left to their own devices.

Time flew by, and the year of secluded cultivation finally ended.

Lu Yuan decided to return to the world and began to pay attention to external developments.

Just as he was preparing to leave Lei Huo Dan Ge, a disciple hurried into the main hall.

"Master, urgent news has arrived."

The disciple said with a panicked expression.

"What is it?"

Lu Yuan hurriedly asked.

"There is a demonic cultivator named Tian Sha who is wreaking havoc nearby; he has betrayed the Red Lotus Sect and is plundering the cultivation power of other sect's cultivators by brutal means."

The disciple respectfully reported to Lu Yuan.

Upon hearing this news, Lu Yuan furrowed his brows slightly; he was always wary of heretical cultivators.

Moreover, this Tian Sha appeared extremely ferocious and ambitious.

After hearing the disciple's report, a hint of worry flashed in Lu Yuan's eyes.

Evil-doing demonic cultivators always bring endless trouble and danger, especially those who have betrayed their sect, which should not be underestimated.

After pondering for a while, he decided to go find Hong Lietian to inquire about information on Tian Sha.

Hong Lietian is the Sect Leader of the Youhun Sect and is very knowledgeable about all kinds of heretical cultivators.

Lu Yuan went straight to Hong Lietian's residence and related to him the news about Tian Sha.

"The name Tian Sha sounds quite frightening."

Hong Lietian stroked his long, black, shiny beard, spoke thoughtfully, "Based on your description, he should be a demonic cultivator renowned for enhancing his own strength by devouring others' spiritual power."

"Although unlike us who pursue immortal arts and follow the righteous path, one cannot deny their formidable strength."

Hong Lietian continued in a low voice: "Demonic cultivators are not unable to become immortals; they simply walk a different path in their pursuit of power than we do."

"They survive by devouring others' spiritual power, accumulating enormous strength in their growth, but such a way of cultivation dooms them to oppose the Heavenly Dao."

Lu Yuan listened intently, his heart filled with worry about Tiansha's future.

He knew that the path of opposing the Heavenly Dao was full of danger and uncertainty, but he also understood that he could not easily interfere with the fate of demonic cultivators.

Hong Lietian saw Lu Yuan lost in thought for a long time, as if he were pondering something.

He smiled and said, "Lu Yuan, although you can be called a responsible and exceptionally clever cultivator, there are some things we simply cannot change or resolve."

"Everyone has the right to choose their own path of growth, regardless of whether it is righteous or evil."

"All we can do is stay true to our original intentions, uphold justice, and offer help and warnings as much as possible."

Lu Yuan took a deep breath and nodded with a determined expression.

"You're right, Senior Hong."

"I will try to restrain myself from interfering in others' paths of growth, and attempt to calm the excessive panic among my fellow disciples over this matter."

Hong Lietian smiled and patted Lu Yuan on the shoulder.

"Good child, I believe you can do it."

"Tiansha may be a threat, but before he ultimately faces his destiny of opposing the Heavenly Dao, we should not jump to conclusions."

Hong Lietian's words brought Lu Yuan a hint of comfort.

In a mountain range not far south of Chen Xiao Cheng, Tiansha was facing several experts who had come to besiege him, displaying astonishing strength.

He wielded a blood‑sacrifice long staff, terrifying as if a demon god had descended.

This staff can absorb the enemy's spiritual power, plunging them into a dead end.

Even if several experts joined forces, they could hardly subdue Tiansha; in the end they had no choice but to retreat or be captured.

Returning to the Lei Huo Dan Ge in Chen Xiao Cheng, Lu Yuan was busy with the shop.

Su Liyan was assisting him from the side.

Suddenly, a figure rushed into the shop. (End of chapter)