CHAPTER 476: KILLING INTENT...DETECTED

Ethan already knows about the existence of some special entities with ’God’ in their titles.

However, he was a bit surprised to see that even the top sects like the Greenfire Sect are backed by one of such entities.

’Wait a second... the reason why the Greenfire Sect is a top sect... now, I understand.’

Suddenly, Ethan realised how the Greenfire Sect was able to maintain absolute authority in the Emerald Green Plains.

At the same time, he could tell that the other two top sects were also backed by their own respective sponsored gods.

’I wonder whether it was the Sect Leader or the Grand Elder who became an apostle of this Elixir God.’

No matter how powerful these so-called Gods are, they can’t interfere with the beings of the world unless they have an apostle.

By giving things to their apostles and making them powerful, these Gods would gain control over the world.

So, there has to be at least one apostle in the Greenfire Sect to be able to bring out something like the Elixir God’s Contract.

’Although it is just a low-level contract, it is enough to make even a Nascent Soul Realm Cultivator bound to the sect.’

According to Ethan’s knowledge about this Death Contract, it would be effective even on a Perfected Nascent Soul Realm Cultivator.

’Looks like the Greenfire Sect’s connection with the Elixir God must only be known to a limited number of people in the sect.’

Although his subordinate Morwag, a Supreme Elder of the Greenfire Sect, told him about the Death Contract, he didn’t explain anything about it being an Elixir God’s Contract.

It means only one thing: Morwag didn’t know about it.

’Anyway, I have no plans to go against the sect anytime. Even if I do, I will just die once and remove the Death Mark from my body.’

Ethan silently thought in his head before changing his expression to excitement and replied to Elder Wren, "Core Disciples will enjoy such generous benefits? It would only make them more powerful with such blessings."

"Of course."

For a moment, Elder Wren frowned when there was no reaction from Ethan; however, seeing how he was excited, he heaved a sigh of relief, ’No matter how talented or lucky he is, at the end of the day, he is just a kid who didn’t even reach 20 years.’

"Since you are a Spirit Farmer, you will harvest more Spirit Plants, and I can see that you have a great talent for Alchemy."

"As for the last benefit, with it, within a few decades, you can easily break through to the Nascent Soul Realm, and in a couple of centuries, you can even reach the Soul Transformation Realm and become a Legendary Cultivator."

Soon after, Elder Wren used his mouth to say whatever came to his mind to entice Ethan.

Of course, the first two benefits were completely useless for Ethan as he has a Heavenly Talent that gives much better benefits than them.

However, he could make use of the third benefit, which boosts his cultivation for a while.

"Elder Wren, I have decided. I will sign it."

Ethan, with his eyes shining brightly, replied to Elder Wren and directly dripped a single drop of blood on the lotus leaf.

’Swiish’

Following that, the Lotus Leaf turned blood-red before disappearing, meaning that the contract was successful.

"Congratulations, Kai. From today, you are an official Core Disciple."

Elder Wren was in a good mood as he congratulated Ethan.

"It is all thanks to the Elder’s help."

While saying, Ethan scoffed under his breath.

"Wait a second... Kai, you said, you are from the Lin Family?"

That was not the end, as the Old Elder, according to the plan devised by Elder Wren, asked Ethan a question.

"Yes, I am from the Lin Family."

Ethan nodded with a calm expression while wondering, ’What are they planning now?’.

"Y-you... Elder Wren! Why didn’t you tell me about that!?"

The Old Elder suddenly raised his voice, glaring at Elder Wren as though he had been gravely wronged.

"What happened? Why are you getting angry now?"

Elder Wren furrowed his brows, maintaining his role perfectly.

"The Lin Family disciples are being kicked out of the Sect, Elder Wren! You know it’s because of their feud with the Bloodclaw Tribe!"

The Old Elder began rubbing his forehead in frustration as though the weight of a great burden had just landed on his shoulders.

"If they find out I was the one who registered a Lin Family disciple as a Core Disciple..." he paused dramatically, "I’ll lose my life! No... not just me, even you will be killed!"

Despite not knowing the exact details behind the decision, the Old Elder exaggerated his reaction, piecing together what he had heard recently.

’Oh my... look at their acting.’

On the other hand, Ethan watched the drama unfold with quiet amusement, inwardly scoffing at their pitiful performance.

However, one thing stood out.

’The Lin Family disciples are being kicked out of the sect because of their feud with the Bloodclaw Tribe?’

His expression darkened slightly as he muttered under his breath, "So that’s why they asked me to leave the hall earlier... they planned this all along. Interesting."

Still, he played along with their little act. Ethan stepped forward with a concerned look and asked anxiously, "What are you saying, Elder? Isn’t it the Sect’s duty to protect its disciples? How could they kick them out like that?"

"Disciple Kai..." the Old Elder sighed heavily, voice tinged with resignation and nervousness.

"The Sect cannot interfere in the affairs of the Hermit Tribes. Since the Lin Family is one of the last remnants of the Green Lotus Tribe, and they’ve clashed directly with the Bloodclaw Tribe,"

"What’s more, the Lin Family was able to counter the combined attacks of the three Hermit Tribes, and it is just a matter of time before they once again attack the Lin Family... with more power this time."

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"In short, there is no longer a reason for the Sect to shelter them."

He explained quickly, with an urgency that might have convinced any ordinary youth. To an outsider, it would appear he was genuinely worried about the consequences of registering a Lin Family disciple.

"What should I do now, Elders?"

Hearing all that, Ethan looked around helplessly, like a clueless youth caught in a web of politics far beyond his understanding.

Of course, it was just an act as he was already planning things related to the Lin Family and the Lin Family Disciples.

"There is nothing we can—"

"There is something we can do."

Before the Old Elder could finish his words, Elder Wren cut in, raising his hand with a solemn expression.

"Kai," Elder Wren spoke in a low but serious tone, "if you are willing to sever your ties with the Lin Family publicly, this entire situation can be pacified."

He walked a step closer and looked Ethan directly in the eyes.

"My life... and this Old Elder’s life... are now in your hands."

He spoke as if pleading with Ethan, "What do you say?"

’Oh. So, this is why Elder Wren was in such a hurry to make me sign the Elixir God’s Contract.’

Finally, Ethan got the full context of Elder Wren’s plan.

’Since I am an outsider in the Lin Family and even ran away from the family to join the Sky Cloud Sect.’

’They must think that after seeing all the benefits I am getting for becoming a Core Disciple, I would easily sever my ties with the Lin Family.’

’Of course, they are just trying to use a carrot for now, and if I still don’t sever the ties, then they will use a stick.’

The thing is, the Core Disciple who signed a Death Contract should not know about the Death Contract, and if the disciple starts showing the signs of betrayal, they would just mention the effects of the Death Contract.

So far, in the history of the Greenfire Sect, there have been extremely few cases because after receiving such long-term benefits, no Core Disciple would think of betraying the Sect, as they mainly focus on increasing their cultivation or influence in the sect.

’Since I have already decided, there is nothing left to think about.’

Ethan stayed silent for a few moments before speaking, "Elders, I have a dream of becoming a Powerful Cultivator, and thanks to the benefits of being a Core Disciple, I will achieve that dream much sooner."

"So, I sever all my ties with the Lin Family and am completely loyal to the Sect."

Ethan’s eyes were filled with determination when he said those words.

"I knew it... I knew the youngster I personally recruited would choose what’s best for him. Thank you, Kai. Thank you very much."

Both Elder Wren and the Old Elder hurriedly thanked Ethan for his decision.

Elder Wren was not at all surprised by Ethan’s decision as he proudly thought, ’I might not be a Supreme Elder, but when it comes to intelligence, there is nothing in front of me.’

However, what Elder Wren didn’t know was that he was a stroke in Ethan’s bigger picture.

"However, I have to pay a visit to the Lin Family and announce my decision to them while bringing my parents with me to the Sect."

Of course, Ethan didn’t forget to mention those things to which Elder Wren had no issues.

In fact, he would be glad if Ethan makes things clear with the Lin Family while bringing his parents to the Sect, as it only makes the disciples protect the sect even more.

"I will take my leave now, Elders."

Soon after, Ethan met the Lin Family Disciples and left the Sect with them.

However, just as they left the sect, many pairs of eyes silently watched and followed them.

[Killing intent detected]

[Killing intent detected]

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At the same time, Ethan received multiple notifications regarding the Killing through his Special Talent [I am Your Killer]