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The Dark Sect has two branches, one being the notorious Blood Sect, and the other is Esoteric Buddhism.
Esoteric Buddhism differs from the Blood Sect; they inherit all the traits of Martial Sovereign, relying on physical strength to absorb Heaven and Earth Origin Power into their bodies for circulation, thereby unleashing Martial Origin Power techniques.
However, the predecessors of Esoteric Buddhism pioneered new paths based on Martial Sovereign's martial arts, establishing formations over hundreds of years. Activating these formations requires several people to exert their power simultaneously, resulting in considerable might.
Ye Tian quietly observed the strange patterns etched on the ground, his brows furrowing increasingly.
In fact, the patterns were not complex; the lines were straightforward without many twists, merely simple ancient characters resembling symbols. But as the saying goes, "a different trade is like a different mountain." Although Ye Tian had extraordinary comprehension of martial arts, half an hour had passed, and he still gained nothing from these seemingly simple characters.
After frowning for a while, Ye Tian turned to Lin Qingshan. The latter shook his head upon sensing Ye Tian's gaze, clearly unaware of the meaning behind these patterns either.
"By the way, there should be records in the Spiritual Treasure Compendium." With this thought, Ye Tian activated his Martial Origin Power, and the Xumi Ring on his finger flashed with a faint light before opening.
Ye Tian's Divine Consciousness probed inside, but he soon remembered that the copy of the Spiritual Treasure Compendium he had transcribed was not with him. After the original Spiritual Treasure Compendium was burned by Crimson Dragon Golden Blood, Ye Tian could only rely on memory to transcribe a version onto ordinary paper. However, ordinary paper could not withstand being carried around, so it remained at his residence in Cloud Sea Sect. After all, he had only obtained the Xumi Ring by chance later.
With no other choice, Ye Tian asked a guard outside Wuta for paper and pen and began to copy the patterns from the ground. He planned to study them carefully once he returned to Cloud Sea Sect.
As he was nearing the end of his transcription, a voice from outside Wuta called out.
"Young Master Ye, the banquet is ready. Please invite both of you to take your seats."
"Got it. You can go back now." Ye Tian swiftly sketched those characters on paper. Fortunately, the characters were not complicated; Ye Tian managed to replicate them quite accurately.
After a moment, Ye Tian put down his brush and let out a long breath.
"Finally finished drawing."
"Are you sure these are the formations of Esoteric Buddhism?" Lin Qingshan asked curiously, although he wasn't very clear about what Esoteric Buddhism actually was.
"It should be, I’m not too sure either, but it doesn’t hurt to jot it down," Ye Tian replied with a smile, stretching his body a bit. "Let's go eat; I'm actually quite hungry."
Lin Qingshan nodded in agreement, and the two of them then walked out of Wuta.
Outside Wuta, the guard was still there, likely unable to return to report to Ye Tian and Lin Qingshan. He probably didn't dare go back empty-handed. So when he saw Ye Tian come out, he hurried over, bowing respectfully, and then led the way ahead.
After about the time it takes to burn an incense stick, Ye Tian and Lin Qingshan returned to Lake Pavilion under the guard's guidance. They didn't really want him to lead them, but after more than a decade, the Lin family had changed significantly, and Lin Qingshan, the former head of the family, was somewhat disoriented and couldn't find his way.
The banquet was not held in the previous grand hall but in a pavilion at the end of a waterside walkway.
At this moment, the feast was already prepared in the pavilion. Hua Yu Gongzi and Lin Qingshan stood to one side. As soon as they saw Ye Tian and Lin Qingshan arrive, they immediately came out to greet them. Their manners were no less courteous than that of the guard earlier.
The dishes were sumptuous, and the wine was fragrant; just from the appearance of this meal, it was clear that Hua Yu Gongzi had put in a lot of effort to please Ye Tian.
During the banquet, Ye Tian asked a few questions about those patterns, but Hua Yu Gongzi shook his head in ignorance. His expression didn’t seem like he was lying.
Ye Tian then inquired whether the current head of the family, Lin Qingfeng, might know anything. Hua Yu Gongzi also shook his head this time, but his expression flickered slightly, clearly hiding something.
"Let’s drink." Ye Tian raised his cup and drank without continuing to press for answers. However, he had already formed a conclusion in his mind: Lin Qingfeng's rapid rise was certainly not coincidental; he had too many secrets surrounding him that involved not only Spirit Sect but also Esoteric Buddhism and other mysterious sects. Moreover, given the situation, it was highly likely that he possessed the Blood Exchange and Marrow Transformation Technique.
The banquet lasted for about an hour before concluding with lively conversation. Although Ye Tian felt some disdain for Hua Yu Gongzi, after exchanging pleasantries for so long, it would have been awkward to keep showing a sour face.
After the banquet ended, Ye Tian was arranged to stay in the best guest room of the Lin family. Originally, Lin Qingshan should have been placed there too, but he insisted on returning to his residence from over ten years ago. Concerned for his safety, Ye Tian could only accompany him.
Hua Yu Gongzi and Lin Rui found this somewhat puzzling, but for Ye Tian, it wasn't a big deal. After all, these two had already squeezed onto an Earthen Bed together for more than two months.
As night fell, silence enveloped the surroundings, with only the gentle rustle of dry leaves stirred by the autumn breeze.
Lin Qingshan sat at the side of a round table, holding a cup of tea that had long since cooled.
"It's been over ten years, yet this place hasn't changed at all. It seems Lin Qingfeng still feels guilty about me," Lin Qingshan thought to himself. After observing the current state of the Lin family for some time, he couldn't help but entertain the idea of not seeking revenge anymore.
"What are you thinking about?" Ye Tian pushed the door open and happened to see Lin Qingshan lost in thought.
"You're back. I was just thinking that maybe it was the right decision for the Lin family when Lin Qingfeng forced me out," Lin Qingshan replied candidly, his tone revealing a sense of acceptance.
Ye Tian chuckled upon hearing this, thinking to himself that Lin Qingshan had finally come to terms with it. In reality, if Lin Qingfeng had truly wanted to eliminate him completely, he probably wouldn't have made it this far. Of course, he couldn't say that out loud.
"Forget it, let's not talk about that," Lin Qingshan waved his hand and asked, "So, how is it? Any abnormalities?"
Ye Tian shook his head; he had just gone out to scout the situation. After all, they were considered uninvited guests by the Lin family, so it was essential to be cautious.
"That's good to hear," Lin Qingshan replied dismissively. In truth, he no longer cared about any hidden dangers. The fact that the Lin family had developed into the strongest force in Southern Wilderness Town was a dream he had when he was young. Now that Lin Qingfeng had achieved it for him, even if it cost him his life, Lin Qingshan wouldn't frown; he would consider it a form of repayment.
"Then shall we..." Ye Tian tentatively asked.
"No more revenge. I'll stay here for a few days and then return to my thatched cottage to live out my remaining days," Lin Qingshan said with a smile, clearly not joking.
"Alright then, since that's the case, I'll go exchange those eight Spiritual Pills back," Ye Tian said as he prepared to leave.
"Hey, kid, do you really need to act with me?" Lin Qingshan called out to Ye Tian.
"Haha, Lin the Elder, to be honest, I really wanted to keep those eight Spiritual Pills for myself. But since you don't want revenge anymore, I have no reason to take them from you," Ye Tian replied with a laugh.
"What are you talking about? If you want it, just keep it. Consider it a gift from me," Lin Qingshan patted his chest.
Ye Tian laughed heartily and replied without hesitation, "Elder Lin, you really know how to handle people. This is your stuff, and you're giving it to me."
After two months of getting to know each other, their conversations were often filled with jokes. Such exchanges happened frequently, and neither of them would take offense.
"As the saying goes, merits and faults cannot offset each other. While Lin Qingfeng has certainly contributed to the growth of the Lin family, the sin of forcing me out of the house for over ten years is hard to wash away. Am I asking too much for a few Spiritual Pills?" Lin Qingshan said with a smile.
"Not at all. You saved my life, and in the end, I'm receiving such a valuable gift from you. Am I being a bit excessive?" Ye Tian replied with a mischievous grin.
Lin Qingshan nodded, noncommittal.
"Haha, being excessive can't be helped; who told you that you had bad luck and saved someone like me, a thankless wolf?"
After saying this, the two exchanged glances and burst into laughter.
Amidst the laughter, Lin Qingshan's expression gradually became serious. After a moment, he slowly spoke with sincerity: "Ye Tian, thank you."
Ye Tian shrugged it off, took a sip from his teacup, and asked vaguely, "Thank me for what?"
"Thank you for helping me," Lin Qingshan said, not wanting to dwell on these matters. After all, being older made him more sentimental; if he continued talking about it, he feared he might end up in tears.
"It was nothing," Ye Tian waved his hand dismissively while swallowing the tea. He added, "Elder Lin, what I've done for you is far from even one ten-thousandth of your life-saving grace."
"Ah... you can't say that. When I saved you back then, it was entirely because I saw your Cloud Token; otherwise, I would have just taken your Xumi Ring and might have even had to stab you twice to eliminate future troubles," Lin Qingshan said half-jokingly.
It was indeed very likely that he could have taken the Xumi Ring, but Ye Tian knew that Lin Qingshan probably wouldn't go as far as stabbing him twice.
"Forget it, let's not talk about that. What are your plans for the future?" Lin Qingshan asked.
"As for me, of course, I will return to Cloud Sea Sect. After all, there are still many things left unresolved," Ye Tian replied without hesitation. After his previous enlightenment, he no longer struggled with the idea of devotion through death.
Devotion may seem loyal, but in reality, it is an extremely irresponsible act towards a loved one; it is foolish. Just think about it: what would someone who truly loves you and is willing to die for you want to see the most...
"Live well; that is how you honor Xiaoshuang. If possible, I will return to Spirit Martial Town, take the surname Leng, and rebuild the Cold Family," Ye Tian's gaze revealed longing and determination. If he could achieve this, it would be the best tribute to Cold Frost's spirit.
Lin Qingshan nodded in approval and then lightly patted Ye Tian's shoulder. "Very good, really very good..."
"Maybe. I don't know if what I'm doing is right, but at least I know this is what Xiaoshuang would want to see the most."
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The next morning, Ye Tian woke up early. After completing his morning cultivation and taking a stroll, he returned to his residence.
As soon as he entered the house, a maid brought him breakfast along with another piece of news.
The head of the Lin family, Lin Qingfeng, has finally returned.
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