Chapter 526: Chapter 273: Slaying Zheng Hu!

Before his death, Master Zheng Hu never expected that his momentary greed would lead to his downfall here.

Everything from Lin Chang’an leaving seclusion to slaying Master Zheng Hu happened in an instant, too fast.

So fast that everyone was caught off guard, shocked to see this veteran Core Formation Middle Stage cultivator, Master Zheng Hu, being slain.

Liang and Zhu from the Four Seas Commerce Association were both shocked and enraged.

"Fairy Ni Chang!"

"Mr. Lin!"

Both Lin Chang’an and Fairy Ni Chang exchanged glances and revealed strange expressions, no, it should be mutual admiration instead.

"Who would have thought that this Fairy Ni Chang’s methods are nothing like those of a pampered one."

Seizing the momentary opportunity in battle, launching a surprise heart spirit attack, landing a hit without hesitation, retreating explosively, and then delivering the finishing blow, all showcased outstanding combat skills.

This was Lin Chang’an underestimating the Sect Leader of Profound Sound Pavilion. Perhaps at first, she was a pampered genius of the sect.

But right after her Core Formation, she faced major upheaval in the Profound Sound Pavilion.

With the turmoil in the Yue Kingdom, she arrived at the Demon Beast Abyss, bearing the burden of her master’s injury, having long shed her former pampered demeanor over decades of time.

Fairy Ni Chang was also quietly pondering; indeed, those who stand out among loose cultivators are ruthless, with strong divine techniques among their peers.

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"Congratulations, Master Lin."

"Indeed, Master Lin truly exemplifies the model of a dedicated cultivator among us."

"Lin Array Master."

As the battle concluded in the blink of an eye, without a chance for any to fish in troubled waters, the group of cultivators immediately smiled and offered congratulations with cupped fists.

Liang and Zhu from the Four Seas Commerce Association also stepped forward, filled with righteous indignation, to explain:

"Fairy Ni Chang, Mr. Lin, don’t be fooled by this villain’s cunning scheme."

"Exactly, this person has unclear ties with the Demon Cult tribulation cultivators, clearly intending to provoke disturbances in the Five Dragons Island Sea Region."

The two portrayed genuine emotion, as if speaking the undeniable truth.

Facing the compliments from the crowd, Lin Chang’an, not wanting to invite unnecessary trouble, feigned a pale complexion and slightly rapid breathing.

This appearance matched the aftermath of a Pill Formation and the forced use of a high side-effect Demonic Cultivation Technique in battle.

Many observed this quietly and breathed a sigh of relief, yet still elevated Lin Chang’an to a status not to be offended.

This loose cultivator, with no ties or attachments, seemed harmless, but once truly offended, his methods were ruthless.

Others watched him with flickering eyes, silently assessing Lin Chang’an’s power.

"Forcing the use of a Demonic Cultivation Technique, disregarding the backlash, can temporarily reach Core Formation Middle Stage strength."

From the recent battle, this was the conclusion all cultivators reached.

Now observing Lin Chang’an’s demeanor, everyone understood that such an extraordinary technique couldn’t last long, allowing some to silently relax a bit.

"Mr. Lin has just completed Pill Formation and needs rest. Fellow cultivators, why not visit my Profound Sound Pavilion for a chat?"

As the sect’s leader, Fairy Ni Chang, with a cool and gentle voice, softly smiled at everyone with cupped hands.

Fairy Ni Chang’s gentle demeanor, if not for recently witnessing her methods, might have deceived everyone by her appearance.

Seeing this, Lin Chang’an nodded silently, acknowledging that his role as Honored Guest Elder of the Profound Sound Pavilion was worthwhile.

For Fairy Ni Chang, Lin Chang’an, now a Tier Three Array Master, having successfully achieved Pill Formation, holds even greater potential, making him even more crucial for the Profound Sound Pavilion.

She naturally wanted to draw him closer.

At the same time, she was genuinely impressed, recognizing the firm-hearted dao friend.