Chapter 60: Mo Xie's Evil
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Walking out of the One-Line Sky, Lin Feng saw figures flickering in the distance, all rushing madly in a certain direction.
"Friend, what's happening?" Someone else, as confused as Lin Feng, grabbed a passerby and asked.
"You don't know yet? A beast tide has broken out at Black Wind Ridge. Countless demon beasts have gone berserk, and disciples of Cloud Sea Sect are all heading there."
"Beast tide?" A glint of excitement flashed in the man's eyes, and he immediately followed the crowd, rushing toward Black Wind Ridge.
Cloud Sea Sect had existed for a thousand years, but Black Wind Ridge's history was even longer, vast and boundless. Beast tides were common occurrences, though most were small-scale.
Only a few hundred years ago, a massive beast tide had nearly wiped out Cloud Sea Sect. During that event, ordinary demon beasts were everywhere, Spirit Beasts were common, and even many powerful Mysterious Beasts appeared, trampling the land and causing countless casualties.
Rumor had it that the leader of that beast tide was a transformed demon beast—a Heavenly Demon Beast.
Since so much time had passed, ordinary people knew little about that tide. Everyone only knew that while each beast tide brought danger, it was also an opportunity.
An opportunity to hone one's strength and obtain demon beast cores.
Fighting demon beasts was true life-and-death combat.
"I didn't expect a beast tide to break out right before the sect competition," Lin Feng muttered to himself. Lifting his steps, he rushed straight toward Black Wind Ridge.
Shortly after Lin Feng left, Liu Fei also walked out of the One-Line Sky. Upon hearing the news, she immediately set off for Black Wind Ridge.
At Cloud Sea Sect, on the towering main peak that pierced the clouds, a spacious area was filled with figures sitting cross-legged, watching the rolling sea of clouds. At the head sat none other than the number one core disciple, Linghu Heshan.
"Heavy demonic aura. This beast tide is no small matter," Linghu Heshan said, gazing into the distance. He stood up, took a step, and instantly appeared dozens of meters away.
"Linghu's strength has indeed broken through. He must be aiming for a spot among the Eight Young Masters," the crowd thought, their hearts trembling as they watched Linghu Heshan's retreating figure. They all knew that the last time Dapeng Gongzi had come to Cloud Sea Sect, his arrogance had deeply affected Linghu. After that, Linghu Heshan had gone into seclusion to train, only emerging recently.
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At Black Wind Ridge, demonic aura surged to the heavens. From elders to disciples, Cloud Sea Sect members continuously gathered there.
At the exit of Black Wind Ridge, powerful figures surrounded the area. Demon beasts roared madly at the edge of the ridge, while Cloud Sea Sect disciples charged in to fight them, blood and rain mixing in the air.
At that moment, Elder Mo Xie stood atop a massive boulder, his robes fluttering in the wind.
"Elder Mo, this batch of disciples is quite strong. Even the outer disciples can hold their own," an outer sect elder said, flattering Mo Xie as he stood beside him.
"Heh, a mere beast tide is nothing to worry about. Consider it entertainment for our Cloud Sea Sect's upcoming competition," Mo Xie said with a proud laugh, showing no concern for the beast tide.
"Elder Mo, Elder Mo Xie..."
More and more people gathered, all bowing slightly to Mo Xie with great respect.
Just then, a figure brushed past Mo Xie, charging straight at the demon beasts.
A flash of cold light, a thunderous crack—an eighth-level demon beast fell dead in an instant.
"Sword Roaring Thunder Sound." Lin Feng shifted his sword technique, and thunder rumbled. The head of a mad rhinoceros charging at him exploded, and it collapsed dead.
Lin Feng flicked his sword tip, extracting the beast core and stuffing it into his pouch. These cores were extremely valuable and could be exchanged for many useful items.
On the boulder, Mo Xie's face darkened at the sight of Lin Feng. This was the same brat who had questioned him in front of everyone last time, even shouting at him harshly, causing him to lose face. Now, after many days, his swordsmanship had become even more refined.
"His growth rate is decent, but an outer disciple daring to offend me is asking for death," Mo Xie thought coldly, not forgetting that day. If not for the mysterious figure with a Shadow Martial Soul who had appeared, he would have made Lin Feng pay right then and there.
"Stop!" Mo Xie suddenly bellowed at Lin Feng, causing Lin Feng's body to tremble slightly. He halted his movements and turned to look at Mo Xie.
"What is it, Elder?" Lin Feng asked.
"You worthless brat! Instead of killing demon beasts, you only know how to poach others' cores. Selfish and self-serving! Do you have any regard for Cloud Sea Sect?" Mo Xie roared, slapping a heavy accusation on Lin Feng. As an inner sect elder, crushing Lin Feng would be child's play.
"Elder, please point out which beast's core I poached," Lin Feng said with a cold sneer. Last time, Mo Xie had nearly killed him, handing him over to Lin Qian and Dapeng Gongzi. Now, he was still holding a grudge, his narrow-mindedness extreme. Lin Feng had never offended him; it was Mo Xie who had forced him into a corner.
"You insolent brat! How dare you speak to an elder like that!" the outer sect elder beside Mo Xie shouted, his voice icy.
This outer sect elder was named He Chong. His strength was decent, and he had only recently risen to power by clinging to Mo Xie. Seeing a chance to show off, he wasn't about to let it slip.
"I said you poached a core, so you poached it. Do I need to point it out?" Mo Xie sneered. Lin Feng's arrival was perfect. With the beast tide raging and chaos everywhere, he could have someone kill Lin Feng on the spot and pin a crime on him—easy as pie.
After Lin Feng died, who would dare to stand up for an outer disciple and offend an inner sect elder? The gap between them was far too wide.
"Kid, in your next life, keep your eyes open. An inner sect elder is not someone you can afford to offend," Mo Xie thought coldly, his mind already made up.
"Shameless elder," Lin Feng cursed under his breath. Accusing him of poaching without proof—if you say he's guilty, he's guilty. Mo Xie was in charge of sect law enforcement, yet he abused his authority, despicable to the core. But for those of low status, there was no way to resist him. Lin Feng, an outer disciple, couldn't fight an inner sect elder.
He didn't even have the right to defend himself. If you're declared guilty, you're guilty.
"Mo Xie, I know you want to kill me. No need to fabricate charges. But you'd better have the ability to do it," Lin Feng said, looking at Mo Xie with a cold smile, his eyes brimming with confidence and arrogance.
"Hmm?" Mo Xie frowned. Lin Feng was being so reckless.
"Mo Xie, I'm just an outer disciple, and you're an inner sect elder. What are you afraid of? Just kill me directly. I'm standing right here," Lin Feng continued, his tone arrogant, showing no fear of Mo Xie.
"Could it be..." Mo Xie's expression froze. Remembering the shadow from that day, his heart trembled slightly.
Indeed, that mysterious powerhouse was something to be wary of. Since he had saved Lin Feng once, he might still be nearby, which was why this brat was so bold.
Thinking of that terrifying shadow, Mo Xie felt a chill run down his spine. It was too frightening.
He stared fixedly at Lin Feng, who wore a greedy expression, showing no fear at all.
"He Chong, go seize him," Mo Xie ordered the man beside him. He didn't say "kill," only "seize," leaving himself an out.
"Alright," He Chong replied, stepping forward.
"Idiot," Lin Feng said disdainfully, glancing at He Chong and cursing directly.
"What did you say?" He Chong's anger flared. An outer disciple dared to call him an idiot in front of everyone? Unbelievable.
"He, Mo Xie, doesn't dare to touch me, so he sends you. Have you thought about the consequences?" Lin Feng sneered at He Chong.
"Not just you—I even dare to say that Mo Xie abuses his elder authority, a crime punishable by death. Look at him. Does he dare to touch me?"
"Mo Xie doesn't dare to touch me, so he uses you as a scapegoat, and you're excited about it. Calling you an idiot—am I wrong?"
Lin Feng's voice was calm and steady, causing He Chong's eyes to flicker with hesitation.
He secretly glanced at Mo Xie, who was furious but still made no move against Lin Feng. He Chong wavered.
"Could this kid have a powerful background, and Mo Xie wants me to be the fall guy?" He Chong thought, analyzing the exchange between Lin Feng and Mo Xie. The more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed. Mo Xie had his father backing him, so if something went wrong, someone would cover for him. But He Chong was alone—one mistake, and he'd be doomed.
Around them, some Cloud Sea Sect disciples watched the scene unfold, stunned. An outer disciple, with just a few words, had intimidated two sect elders.
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