I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, So I’ll Max Out My Defense

Chapter 259: Chapter 260: The Foundation of the Western Desert

"Seven Buddhas Extermination Mantra!"

Master Xuan Bei recited the scriptures, and seven golden Buddhas manifested. Sacred sounds filled the air as the Karmic Fire that scattered across the sky was extinguished one by one.

Monk Liaowang had used this technique before, but compared to this old monk's application, it was like the difference between a witch doctor and a grand sorcerer.

The seven Buddhas recited the scriptures in a soft voice, and the sky full of Karmic Fire slowly dissipated. This was the effect of the Seven Buddhas Extermination Mantra, which could eliminate the sins of the world, greatly countering the effect of the Karmic Fire.

At the same time, several golden chains swept through the air, binding the rampaging Godzilla firmly in place.

"Roar!"

Godzilla roared in fury, struggling wildly, but the golden chains were unyielding, keeping it firmly restrained on the spot.

Li Xiaobai instantly switched his perspective; what locked Godzilla in place was not merely chains, but scriptures forming chains that bound Godzilla.

This Divine Beast mount had an impeccable defensive power, indisputably top-notch; it was only somewhat lacking in attack power, quite monotonous. Facing such top-tier experts, it seemed a bit ineffectual.

As a weapon of war, it was absolutely a major killing device, but in one-on-one combat, it didn't hold much advantage. In the future, it might be worth trying Gundam Sentinel—though more expensive, its single-target attack should be quite powerful.

As he pondered, the situation in the field had quietly changed.

"Master Xuan Bei!"

Monk Bai Mei's face lit up with surprise; he had not expected to encounter this Living Buddha here.

"Ah, Bai Mei, it's been a long time. Your cultivation level has improved quite a bit, and your comprehension of the Buddhist Law is deeper. Very good,"

Master Xuan Bei chuckled.

"Many thanks for your guidance, Master Xuan Bei!"

Monk Bai Mei was very respectful, knowing that the one before him was one of the elders in the Western Desert, under whom he had once studied the Buddhist Law.

"Hmm, several of your elder martial uncles have arrived. You should step aside, and let this old monk and the others handle today's matter,"

Master Xuan Bei said.

"Yes!"

Monk Bai Mei's brows relaxed, recognizing that his elder martial uncles were esteemed monks from the Thousand Buddha Kingdom. With them taking action, they would surely achieve the true subjugation and exorcism of evil.

"Under the name of subjugating evil, you actually covet her body; you unjustly claim to be the righteous people. The Western Desert is nothing but a haven for filth and pollution. Xuan Ku, come out. Today someone must pay a price, or else my kingdom will flatten your Western Desert!"

Ling Xue'er's face was cold, and she spoke icily.

"Precisely, you disgusting men, lusting after our saintess every single day. You are despicable!"

Hehuan Zi chimed in from the side. However, his effeminate appearance and mannerisms caused discomfort, somewhat ruining the mood.

"Who might you be, daring to come to our Western Desert to stir up trouble? Have you considered the consequences?"

The son of the Thousand Buddha Kingdom spoke calmly.

"I am the king of the Southern Ming Kingdom of Women. I've come here today to seek justice for the female cultivators of the Immortal Spirit Continent. You people of the Buddhist Sect covet your own desires, spread rumors and slander; you truly are the scum of the Buddhist Sect,"

Ling Xue'er stated flatly.

"Southern Ming Kingdom of Women, are you Ling Xue'er?"

The son of the Thousand Buddha Kingdom spoke with some surprise, knowing that the other was a seasoned Great Crossing Realm Expert, on the same level as some of the old Buddhas in the Western Desert.

"I'm glad you recognize me. Tell Xuan Ku to come see me; the rest of you are not yet worthy to converse with me."

Ling Xue'er flipped her wrist, producing a bejeweled chair out of thin air. She reclined on the chair, entwined her jade legs, her attitude reaching the pinnacle of arrogance.

"This..."

The monks looked at each other, having heard of the infamous reputation of the Southern Ming King of Women. She was an unpredictable woman who acted on her whims, someone who once fought from Central Province to the Southern Sea over a lowly female slave, without the slightest concern for the consequences—a terribly formidable person.

Master Xuan Bei's face showed some gloominess; he and Xuan Ku were peers, so why was he so unnoticed?

"Amitabha, esteemed guest, please calm your impatience, Brother Xuan Ku has already arrived."

"This old monk is here; esteemed guest, your elegance remains unchanged after all these years."

An unremarkable old monk stepped out from the crowd, addressing Ling Xue'er with a calm demeanor.

The surrounding cultivators immediately scattered, acting terrified, none of them had anticipated that a great master had been hiding among them all along – did this mean that Xuan Ku had witnessed all their actions earlier?

"Cut the nonsense, you've been hiding from me all this time, and I don't want to make a big deal out of it today. In this Western Desert, you are the only one I trust. Tell me how I should resolve today's affairs?"

Ling Xue'er played idly with a jade bracelet, casually cocking her jade leg as she spoke.

"How would esteemed guest like to resolve it?"

"Naturally, by killing all these hypocrites. I'll give you some face – hand them over, and I won't touch the foundation of your Thousand Buddha Temple."

"Amitabha, esteemed guest harbors too much murderous intent. Would you consider listening to this old monk's advice?"

"I won't!"

Ling Xue'er closed her eyes, feigning sleep.

Li Xiaobai sensed that there must be some unknown history between the Southern Ming Kingdom's King and Master Xuan Ku; otherwise, she wouldn't act so whimsically—as if she were a petulant little woman throwing a tantrum.

Master Xuan Ku was no simple individual!

"The events of today were all within this old monk's expectations. Half a month ago, I had already started preparing for the Liaowang's test of the heart. On one hand, it was to elevate the mental state of Buddhist disciples through the help of the righteous, and on the other hand, it was to draw out those in the Western Desert who have strayed from the Buddhist path for reprimand."

"Now that both matters have some semblance of resolution, since these are internal affairs of the Western Desert, why not let this old monk take care of it and punish those who have strayed?

Xuan Ku spoke slowly.

Upon hearing this, the assembly fell silent.

High in the sky, Wu Hou turned her head and stared at Xuan Ku in shock.

"Master, is all of this your doing?"

"Indeed. Many esteemed guests have bypassed this old monk and others, and struck an unspeakable deal with the King of Thousand Buddha Kingdom. Do you truly believe this old monk does not exist?"

"So, you're saying the King was putting on an act the other day? This has been a setup?"

Wu Hou sharply raised her head, seemingly realizing something was amiss.

"The King has grown corrupt in his thoughts, with only secular power desires in his heart. He sincerely made a deal with you; you can't blame him for that."

Master Xuan Bei said with a smile.

"That's not right, the Golden Light Mirror has always been under my disciple's control. Weren't you afraid I would use the Illusionary Realm to grind that Demon Monk to death?" Wu Hou asked anxiously.

Master Xuan Bei still wore a smile as he said, "The Golden Light Mirror was entrusted to the King by this old monk. The illusions within were pre-set. It was merely opened with the help of a few esteemed guests. The right to use it has never been in your hands, has it?"

"It's just a pity that the King thought this old monk and others had tacitly condoned this transaction, which only made him act more outrageously."