Chapter 275 - 275 254 Even the Buddha Cant Stop Me

Chapter 275: Chapter 254 Even the Buddha Can’t Stop Me! Chapter 275: Chapter 254 Even the Buddha Can’t Stop Me! Within the main hall of the Azure Flood Dragon Association.

Tang Qian’s face was a picture of worry as he closed his eyes tightly, the pressure on him immense. Outside, the Military Equipment Army had the place completely surrounded; it was clear to anyone with eyes,

that the Heavenly Patrol Bureau was out to move against him.

They were merely waiting for the right moment.

And he seemed to have no power to turn the tide, and as for fighting his way out… he had considered it, willing to abandon his base of operations, since life was the most important thing after all.

But could he fight his way out?

Tao Qingyuan and Lv Yuan, if nothing unexpected had happened, would probably be outside waiting for him. The moment he made a move, it would almost immediately be time to act.

Yet he was not ready.

Yes, he was waiting for reinforcements from Gold Mountain Monastery.

To save his life, Tang Qian had offered up very favorable terms; as long as Gold Mountain Monastery could save him, he would be willing to become a subsidiary force to it in the future.

Of course, he also realized that the person those outside were likely waiting for was Chen Yuan.

The grievances between them, perhaps it was time to settle them once and for all.

“Sigh.”

Unable to help himself, Tang Qian heaved a sigh, his heart full of turmoil.

How did it come to this?

Why was Dragon Tiger Sect suddenly wiped out?

And how did Chen Yuan suddenly make a breakthrough…

Although the incident with Seven Killings Hall had already made Tang Qian aware of Chen Yuan’s terrifying talent and strength, he could have never imagined Chen Yuan would grow so rapidly.

He was certainly not inferior to any of the top talents from the major powers of the world.

Suddenly, Tang Qian opened his eyes wide; he heard some noise outside. Just as he thought to have someone check it out, a sharp voice reached his ears.

“Tang Qian, come out and die!”

His face changed color instantly, his brows knitted tightly as he immediately stood up, his eyebrows locked in a tight frown. He recognized the voice that had shouted that sentence outside.

Chen Yuan, he had come!

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In front of the main hall of the Azure Flood Dragon Association, Chen Yuan stood with his hands behind his back, his expression somber, quietly waiting for Tang Qian to emerge. Given the tight siege, Tang Qian was bound to be hidden inside.

Sure enough, three breaths after Chen Yuan shouted, a strong Qi rose from the Azure Flood Dragon Association, and Tang Qian, wearing a dark red robe, stepped into the air and approached.

His expression flickered as he sized up Chen Yuan.

Similarly, Chen Yuan looked up, meeting his gaze.

“The illustrious visit of Inspector Chen, Tang here is remiss not to have welcomed you from afar.”

Taking a deep breath, Tang Qian suppressed the various emotions in his heart and saluted Chen Yuan with cupped hands.

A smirk appeared on the corner of Chen Yuan’s lips, and with an indifferent and serene face, a cold laugh emerged as he said,

“At this point, Tang brother, is there anything more to say?”

“What is Inspector Chen implying?”

Tang Qian glanced around and then his gaze settled back on Chen Yuan.

Chen Yuan stepped forward, floating in the air, moving to a position level with Tang Qian, about a dozen or so yards away, and he spoke directly,

“The grievances between us, today is the time for settlement.”

“Grievances? What grievances does Inspector Chen have with me?” Tang Qian’s heart sank, yet his face still managed to show a trace of confusion. He was stalling for time.

“Hiring assassins from Seven Killings Hall to make a move on me, instigating Blood Demon to ambush at Dagushan, conspiring with No-Life Sect demons to gather children for sacrifices, bribing government officials to shield you—each and every one of these charges is clearly laid out in the files of the Heavenly Patrol Bureau.”

“We won’t mention private grudges, but these crimes alone are enough to wipe out Azure Flood Dragon Association several times over.”

Chen Yuan’s voice, infused with Gang Qi, clearly reached the ears of everyone nearby.

Tang Qian kept his composure:

“Where’s the evidence? Using that as an excuse, wasn’t that how you dealt with Dragon Tiger Sect before? The whole world knows the fairness of the imperial court, yet such slander has never happened.”

“Heh… You’re not worthy of seeing evidence. I, from the Heavenly Patrol Bureau, act on heaven’s behalf with the authority to strike first and report later. What right do you have to demand evidence? Aren’t you tired of talking so much?

Where are your reinforcements? If they’re here, let them come out now. Today, I indeed want to see who dares to defy the imperial edict and plot rebellion!” Chen Yuan’s cold eyes slowly swept over the surroundings.

How could he not understand Tang Qian’s scheme?

Wasn’t it just waiting for the people from Gold Mountain Monastery to come out?

Good, first pin the crime on him, and when the time is ripe, move directly to eradicate the Buddha.

Tang Qian’s heart tightened, aware that Chen Yuan had seen through his plans, and moreover, it seemed like there was no intention of a swift and decisive conclusion, but rather to wait for the people from Gold Mountain Monastery to show up.

What was he planning to do?

His spirit churned unceasingly, trying to understand what exactly Chen Yuan’s plan and purpose were.

No sooner had Chen Yuan’s words fallen than the very reinforcements both he and Tang Qian were anxiously awaiting appeared as if on cue.

A gentle Buddhist chant rose in the air as Monk Fa Nan appeared in a plain monastic robe, emerging with a pale golden Buddha Light swirling around him, protecting his body within a distance of about three meters.

From afar, he indeed resembled a Buddha statue enshrined within a temple.

Chen Yuan and Tang Qian both turned their gazes toward Fa Nan, realizing in their hearts that given his timing of appearance, he must have been here for a while, but had kept himself hidden.

The arrival of Fa Nan allowed Tang Qian to let out a sigh of relief, yet also filled him with a bit of inexplicable worry, while Chen Yuan’s expression turned incredibly gloomy the moment Fa Nan showed up.

He questioned the old monk before him:

“So it seems Gold Mountain Monastery is that force which intends to rebel and defy the imperial edict?”

Monk Fa Nan gazed at Chen Yuan, with anger and shock intermingling in his eyes, creating a complex look – indeed, it was so.

Who could have imagined that the insignificant Gang Condensing Martial Artist they could have crushed effortlessly a few months ago, was now sitting at the same level as him, his language no longer cautious but rather arrogant.

“Gold Mountain Monastery has always acted in accordance with its principles, and has never harbored any thoughts of defying the imperial court. Envoy Chen’s words seem rather biased,” Fa Nan said with a look of dissatisfaction.

“Biased? That’s not entirely the case, right? I just warned whoever dares to defy, and you, monk, jumped out. Doesn’t that imply defiance? Seems like Gold Mountain Monastery really doesn’t take the imperial court seriously anymore,” Chen Yuan said somewhat mockingly.

Fa Nan frowned, “Envoy Chen, watch your words!”

Heh…” Chen Yuan chuckled lightly and shifted his gaze faintly toward a certain point as he spoke:

“Brother Yunlong has been watching for a while now. Won’t you come out and say a word of justice?”

Since Shi Yunlong’s arrival, Chen Yuan had sensed his presence just moments apart, and since he had come, how could Chen Yuan not make him show himself?

When the time came to act against Gold Mountain Monastery, this man would have to step forward.

Since he had chosen to cooperate with the government, he would have to give something in return.

The corners of Shi Yunlong’s mouth twitched. He didn’t mind crossing hands with Tang Qian, but making an enemy of Gold Mountain Monastery… that was no small matter. However, since Chen Yuan had called his name, he could not avoid showing up.

With a hardening of his resolve, Shi Yunlong soon made up his mind. Since he was already cooperating with the Heavenly Patrol Bureau, retreating now would mean offending both sides,

and that was not a desirable outcome.

“Envoy Chen is right. Master Fa Nan, if you do not wish to defy the imperial court, you would do well to leave at once,” Shi Yunlong said aloud.

He walked step by step to Chen Yuan’s side, but his weary aura was impossible to hide and, of course, he had no intention of hiding it. It was meant for Chen Yuan to see.

He wanted him to realize that he couldn’t provide much help and should hurry up and call for Lv Yuan and Tao Qingyuan to come out.

“Since when did Gang Leader Shi become a subordinate of Envoy Chen?” Tang Qian chimed in.

“That’s none of your concern, Brother Tang. You’d better worry about how many among the Azure Flood Dragon Association will still be alive after today,” Shi Yunlong immediately retorted.

A dark shadow crossed Tang Qian’s eyes as he gave Shi Yunlong a deep look.

Monk Fa Nan cleared his throat a few times:

“Envoy Chen, the Azure Flood Dragon Association has done no wrong. Why oppress them so aggressively? Such actions by the government will not win people’s hearts.”

His gaze inadvertently lingered on a certain spot for an instant, and Chen Yuan sensed the slight Qi released intentionally by Tao Qingyuan, feeling greatly reassured as he said lightly:

“Whether the Azure Flood Dragon Association has committed any wrongdoings is not for you to determine, but for me, the Envoy, to decide. If you do not wish to bring trouble upon Gold Mountain Monastery, it would be better for you to return and dedicate yourself to fasting and praying.”

“Is Envoy Chen threatening this humble monk?”

Chen Yuan smiled, “Yes, I am threatening you. What are you going to do about it?”

Fa Nan stiffened, seemingly unprepared for how fast Chen Yuan had turned hostile, momentarily at a loss for a response. However, he quickly regained his composure and said with a face full of anger,

“If this is Envoy Chen’s attitude, then there is nothing more to discuss.”

With a sneer, Chen Yuan raised his voice, “There was never anything to discuss in the first place. I’m not afraid to tell you; I’ve made up my mind to obliterate the Azure Flood Dragon Association today, and not even Buddha can stop me!”

“Presumptuous, how dare you insult the Buddha!” Fa Nan scolded sternly.

“You’re the one being presumptuous. You really think you’re something special, daring to interfere in my affairs? Make one move today, and I will grind your bones to dust. If you don’t believe me, then try it,” Chen Yuan challenged as he took a step forward, his aura surging menacingly, cornering Fa Nan with each step.

At this moment, Tang Qian became a mere side character, himself somewhat at a loss. Hadn’t Chen Yuan come for him? Why had the focus suddenly shifted to Fa Nan?

Shi Yunlong opened his mouth, but in the end, he didn’t speak.

It was clearly not wise to speak at this time.

“You…” Fa Nan, filled with rage, stared intently at Chen Yuan, overwhelming indignation consuming his spirit, something even the Nanling Green Envoy Tao Qingyuan would not dare to show such disrespect to Gold Mountain Monastery.

His hand gripping the Zen Staff tightened, seemingly ready to act in the next moment.

Chen Yuan’s hand slowly gripped the hilt of his sword, an astonishing aura of Sharp Energy beginning to rapidly coalesce around him, ready to strike at a moment’s disagreement:

“Make a move if you dare, and if you don’t dare, then get lost. I am Chen Yuan, and I fear no one from Gold Mountain Monastery. You amass followers’ wealth, bewitch the people, and act tyrannically.

Such a Buddha can be discarded!”

“Do you truly believe this poor monk does not dare to strike?” Monk Fa Nan uttered, facing Chen Yuan word by word.

“Then, what are you waiting for!”

Chen Yuan snorted coldly.

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I wanted to release more chapters today, but I’m entangled with many things alas. I’ll strive for another chapter tomorrow. If we get recommended, we must hit ten thousand updates!