Chapter 197: The Legendary Figure of Zhou Ling City

Chapter 197: The Legendary Figure of Zhou Ling City

Overnight, Wu Ying Ge became a sensation in Zhou Ling City, with his legendary deeds spreading wildly throughout.

The thrilling Sacred Altar defense battle will undoubtedly be recorded in Zhou Ling City’s history, no, it might even be included in the annals of the Great Pun Kingdom’s history, as numerous skilled heroes defended the altar, sacrificing themselves and becoming the people’s heroes, forever etched in their memories.

Of course, there are levels among the heroes; while the contribution against the fierce beasts is significant, it’s still not as remarkable as Wu Ying Ge using his wit and courage to protect the Three Heaven Stone.

Such a legendary battle is bound to be embellished by storytellers, evolving into various versions.

“Did you know? At that time, a mysterious bombardment occurred, countless members of the Righteous Path Organization died, and the sky turned dark; the ferocious beasts poured in like a thousand-strong army, trampling the jungle and rampaging the land, putting the Sacred Altar in imminent danger. But just at that moment, our hero, Wu Ying Ge, appeared! He stood tall at the altar, looking down at the beasts, and then the sky rumbled and flashed as thousands of flying swords emerged, sweeping over the ferocious beasts like an avalanche…”

The storyteller waved his hands dramatically, captivating the audience.

“The Ten Thousand Weight Sword Intent, I’ve heard it’s the pinnacle of sword techniques; it must have been a spectacular sight!”

“Alas, what a pity, I didn’t get to witness that sacred moment. By the way, didn’t they say there was a treasonous sorcerer?”

“Yeah, right! What happened to the sorcerer, Cang Zhao?”

The audience clamored, eagerly demanding to hear about Wu Ying Ge’s confrontation with sorcerer Cang Zhao.

The storyteller gently waved his feather fan, signaling for everyone to settle down.

“Everyone, please, let me tell you all in detail. The fierce beasts were eliminated by Wu Ying Ge’s myriad swords, and just then, the treacherous sorcerer Cang Zhao appeared. Can you guess what happened next?”

“What happened, what happened?”

“Cang Zhao’s conspiracy was exposed, burning with rage; he unleashed a massive tidal wave of a thousand snake shadows, kicking up rolling clouds of dust, shaking the very earth. Wu Ying Ge remained unflinching and immediately countered with the Lushan Rising Dragon Strike! The momentum, the spectacle—it was truly unprecedented…”

The storyteller passionately recounted the “stormy battle” of the Sacred Altar, attracting more nearby townsfolk who listened attentively, tossing coins into his box until it was full.

Lin Nuo, disguised and blending into the crowd with a cloth mask and blindfold, worried about being recognized by these crafty townspeople.

He listened, dumbfounded; he didn’t even know he was that amazing.

What Lushan Rising Dragon Strike? Show me that move!

Never mind the showdown between the altar and sorcerer Cang Zhao; this whole fierce beast battle was outrageous! Do they think the dedicated, hard-working righteous warriors who died in battle aren’t human?

Also, using my name, Wu Ying Ge, for this fan fiction while charging for it? You better watch out, or I’ll sue you!

Lin Nuo was genuinely fuming; he had no way to explain himself, and even if he did, no one would listen; they all had the same attitude:

You, Wu Ying Ge, are a great figure, low-key and reserved, leaving behind hidden skills; no need to explain, everyone understands.

So, the whole nation worships him! Is this world really crazy enough to treat a major villain as a hero of salvation?

At that time, only he, Su Kexin, and Ling Meng were present. Both Su Kexin and Ling Meng were unconscious, and he couldn’t spot anyone else around, leaving him as the prime suspect for killing Cang Zhao.

Plus, with Qin Shili and Liu Shuqin stirring the pot, it has morphed into the version circulating now.

While everyone else was out slaying fierce beasts, sorcerer Cang Zhao was sneaking around, and he just happened to rush back into town to save the day, becoming the people’s hero of the Sacred Altar.

Puke! Now he’s inexplicably a hero.

Good thing they’re using Wu Ying Ge’s name; otherwise, people would start to think Lin Nuo’s name isn’t notorious enough!

Time to leave this place and ditch the Wu Ying Ge name.

Lin Nuo squeezed out of the crowd and bought some Meat Floss Cakes and Shaobing to stock up on supplies, staying low for the next few days.

For now, he didn’t plan to leave immediately; he’d wait until Ling Meng completely regained her energy before departing.

Thinking of the time, he needed to return to Tianling Mountain soon; he couldn’t stay away forever. If he delayed in going back, the situation could worsen; who knows what Su Kexin might pull.

As for Ling Meng, he had guided her enough; it was time to send her back to the Refining Demon Sect. He couldn’t keep teaching her forever; he had to consider his own future, too.

It turned out that Ling Meng and Su Kexin had about equal potential when they unleashed their powers, but since Su Kexin had a lower cultivation level, it indicated how frightening her explosive potential could be.

Returning, he’d buy some food for Ling Meng.

Lin Nuo lowered his head as he walked back to the inn, coincidentally bumping into Qin Shili right at the entrance.

He pretended not to see her and continued walking, but Qin Shili slightly waved to stop him.

“What’s wrong? Do you really not want to see me?”

“Oh, it’s Miss Qin. Is there something you need?” Lin Nuo finally looked up to respond.

“Can we have a chat? Just inside the inn, let’s take a private room.”

“Sorry, I’m busy.”

“You want to keep your identity hidden, but I have plenty of evidence. Of course, I respect you and don’t intend to make it public; I just hope you can respect me too.”

Qin Shili realized Lin Nuo was intentionally avoiding her, so she resorted to some tricks to make him comply.

Qin Shili was a frightening woman; Lin Nuo knew that. Her schemes were unpredictable; who knows what she might do?

“Please don’t pull any earth-shattering stunts; can you let me live?”

“Well, let’s go then.”

Lin Nuo relented, and the two headed to a private room. The environment was quiet and serene, unlike the noisy discussions outside about the altar, with gossip flying around, twisting facts beyond recognition.

Lin Nuo finally understood how terrifying rumors could be; a dog sleeping at the village entrance could lead to a death at the village’s end.

Once inside the room, the waiter brewed them some good tea and served some small dishes. He even asked if they wanted live music, and Lin Nuo simply shouted, “Get lost!”

Seriously, live music? I might as well smash that broken lute of yours!

“Don’t like music?”

“Not a fan.”

“Oh, I see. No music then, including Liu Shuqin’s.”

“…”

What are you, nuts? What’s with the comparison? Can these two instruments even be compared?

Is that dog the same as a regular one?

Wait, why mention Liu Shuqin? What are you hinting at?

“Let’s skip to the point. What’s the matter?”

“Everyone outside is spreading stories about you. You truly haven’t let me down; while almost everyone is busy battling the fierce beasts, you alone, with your keen insights, uncovered sorcerer Cang Zhao’s plan within the altar and turned danger into safety with your extraordinary prowess.”

“……”

Stop it, stop it! I didn’t know he was in collusion with the sorcerer! I had no idea he was targeting the Three Heaven Stone; I don’t know anything—I’m just a major villain wanting to destroy this place. Who ever wanted to turn danger into safety?

Gotta thank those two girls; better thank their entire lineage!