Chapter 381

Chapter 381: Capture

After passing through the Great Formation, I entered Ming Fo Temple.

Lu Ye observed the situation in the Ming Fo Temple.

There were indeed a lot of people in the Imperishable Realm; Ming Fo Temple claimed to have three thousand Arhats, which was obviously an exaggeration, but there were certainly many Imperishable Realm cultivators present.

They practiced their cultivation, and a portion of them relied on incense offerings, which meant they progressed rapidly.

If someone truly managed to enlighten countless beings, the results could be terrifying.

However, Lu Ye wasn’t concerned about that right now.

He was hurriedly searching for the Arhat Pagoda’s location.

It wasn’t long before he spotted the Arhat Pagoda behind the Ming Fo Temple.

The so-called Arhat Pagoda was actually a tower made of bones, constructed entirely from the skeletons of Imperishable Realm strongmen, and it housed many relics.

Those who practiced within were actually chanting scriptures alongside countless Imperishable Realm beings, which not only elevated their cultivation but also enriched their understanding of the Dao.

It was the best opportunity within the entire Ming Fo Temple.

Before the Buddha’s disciple Wu Wu appeared, the monks of Ming Fo Temple took turns entering the pagoda.

But once the disciple showed up, the entire Arhat Pagoda became a place solely for his cultivation.

The most crucial part was that the other monks showed no grievances since they periodically got to listen to Wu Wu preach, which was even more beneficial to them than practicing within the Arhat Pagoda.

Lu Ye gazed at the Arhat Pagoda.

His figure became increasingly indistinct, transforming directly into a wisp of gentle wind as he slipped through the pagoda’s entrance.

At that moment, his True Essence surged wildly within him.

Heavenly Silkworm Nine Transformations activated!

His Nascent Soul in the dantian seemed to morph into a towering giant.

The Ten Thousand Souls Banner was eerily quiet, without a hint of purple energy flowing through it; the hundreds of thousands of ghostly souls within were prepared under the leadership of the three main souls.

Lu Ye’s physical form suddenly became emaciated, yet his aura grew more terrifying.

He stealthily ascended.

His speed was rapid.

Time drifted like the burning of an incense stick.

Until he reached the highest level, Lu Ye spotted a delicate-looking little monk. The monk appeared rather youthful, with clear eyes that seemed to hold boundless wisdom.

Lu Ye fixed his gaze on Wu Wu, stepping closer and closer.

Closer and closer still.

Wu Wu was originally engrossed in the Dharma, but he suddenly blinked as he sensed a barely perceptible feeling of danger.

Even if it was subtle, a sense of crisis was still a sense of crisis.

He subconsciously prepared to react, his skin quickly glowing with gold.

But it was too late.

A hand suddenly appeared, swiftly reaching for Wu Wu’s neck. Despite being in the Ascendant Realm, Wu Wu possessed the battle power of an Imperishable Realm cultivator.

He reacted quickly and struck back.

His hand latched onto Lu Ye’s wrist, but Lu Ye’s other hand appeared and was equally caught.

However, at that moment, a purple light burst forth.

“Ahhh…”

The chilling scream echoed.

“Pfft pfft pfft…”

Wu Wu’s robe manifested countless characters, forming a protective barrier.

But that protection was not enough!

Completely inadequate!

The scream shattered all Buddhist inscriptions like brittle straw, and Wu Wu’s delicate features were twisted in horror by the terrifying cry.

His eyes were filled with dread.

Lu Ye gripped both of Wu Wu’s hands, and with a sudden surge of strength, Wu Wu’s arms were entirely ripped off.

Blood spurted out, and Wu Wu didn’t even register the pain, still in shock from the soul impact.

The Stone Sword shot out.

From above, it plunged directly into the top of Wu Wu’s head, causing his body to go rigid in an instant.

A terrifying aura quickly surged as numerous strongmen from Ming Fo Temple heard the scream from the Arhat Pagoda. Their faces turned to panic, and they rushed toward the pagoda.

The Imperishable Realm cultivators arrived fastest, only to witness a scene that made their eyes bulge.

The usually holy and lotus-like Wu Wu now had his arms torn apart, the flesh of the wounds looking twisted and irregular, especially the top of his head, where the Stone Sword was embedded deeply.

“Let go of the Buddha’s disciple!”

An Imperishable Realm cultivator yelled in fury.

“Amitabha, Fellow Daoist, we have no enmity or hatred between us…”

Wu Wu’s body was utterly still, yet he couldn’t help but urge Lu Ye to calm down.

“I am Lu Ye!”

Lu Ye stated his name.

Wu Wu…

It’s over!

The Ming Fo Temple strongmen changed their expressions upon hearing Lu Ye’s introduction.

Oh no!

It’s actually Lu Ye!

The greatest enemy of Ming Fo Temple at this moment.

Lu Ye only needed to place his hand on the sword’s hilt; with a slight effort, the Buddha’s disciple Wu Wu would be reduced to a puddle of meat.

But he didn’t take action.

“Lu Ye, let go of the Buddha’s disciple; we can discuss this calmly!” one Imperishable Realm Arhat spoke up.

“If you dare kill the Buddha’s disciple, you won’t leave Ming Fo Temple alive today!”

“Lu Ye, release the Buddha’s disciple immediately; the people from Heavenly Gate are in danger. If anything happens to the Buddha’s disciple, those from the Heavenly Gate will surely suffer!”

One by one, the Imperishable Realm Arhats surrounded the Arhat Pagoda in layers. In this situation, it truly looked like Lu Ye was caught in a massive bind.

Yet Lu Ye’s expression remained calm.

It was clear just how important the Buddha’s disciple was to the Dharma.

Lu Ye didn’t like to waste words.

“You can kill the Heavenly Gate people; go ahead, since I’m just a newbie who’s only had contact with them for a short while and don’t even recognize many of their names.”

“I came here purely to take revenge on you!”

The Stone Sword quivered lightly, causing a deluge of blood to splatter, and the youthful features of the Buddha’s disciple became entirely covered in blood.

“Stop!”

A group of Arhat Realm cultivators were horrified and yelled in anger.

Lu Ye coldly stared at them.

The surrounding Arhat Realm cultivators glanced at each other, unsure of what to do.

It was at that moment that Lu Ye’s Transmitting Stone began to vibrate.

“Lu Ye, a stick of incense’s time has passed, and it seems you’ve truly turned cold-hearted. Since that’s the case, let me let you hear some wails!”

Lu Ye responded.

“Then I’ll let you hear some sounds too.”

Fa Hui was taken aback—what sounds?

Wu Wu understood at that moment and hurriedly spoke up.

“Amitabha, Master Fa Hui, it’s me…”

Hearing this voice, Fa Hui’s expression changed dramatically.

“The Buddha’s disciple?”

Wu Wu was covered in blood, also full of helplessness.

He couldn’t understand how, being in the Ascendant Realm and possessing strength comparable to an Imperishable Realm, he could be controlled by Lu Ye in an instant.

If he wanted to kill him, wouldn’t it be an easy task?

He prided himself on his extraordinary gifts and bearing a likeness to a Great Emperor, but upon meeting Lu Ye, he realized what it meant to have people beyond people, and heavens beyond heavens.

“It’s me…”

“Lu Ye, you!”

Fa Hui yelled angrily, “The people from Heavenly Gate are all in my hands. Release the Buddha’s disciple immediately, or don’t blame me for my ruthless slaughter.”

Lu Ye thought for a moment and infused a wisp of the Primordial Morning Mist into Wu Wu’s body.

Wu Wu’s body trembled violently.

A piercing scream erupted from Wu Wu’s mouth, instantly resonating throughout the entire Ming Fo Temple, sweeping away all its solemnity.

“Stop! Back off!”

Fa Hui was clueless about what was happening, but hearing Wu Wu’s heartbreaking scream made his face change dramatically.