CHAPTER 512: CHAPTER 522: TAOIST DEMON SOUL SPLITTING SKILL

Yan Feng’s status was higher than the average Outer Sect’s Guardian, only below that of an Outer Elder.

Such a figure, other disciples from the Outer Sect would find it difficult even to seek an audience with.

Hearing that Chu Feng was coming to exonerate Hei Dimo, he immediately postponed other arrangements and received Chu Feng with enthusiasm.

This also touched Chu Feng very much.

Without much effort, Chu Feng managed to go through the formalities to exonerate Hei Dimo. The fine wasn’t paid here but with the judgment documents at a specialized counter. After everything was settled, Chu Feng successfully obtained the proof of Hei Dimo’s exoneration.

With this proof, he went to the prison warden at the North Hall to retrieve the person.

Soon, Hei Dimo was brought out wearing a conspicuous vest, with a striking "crime" character emblazoned on both the front and back.

"Elder Hei!" Chu Feng, seeing the dishevelled, haggard Elder Hei, couldn’t help feeling a surge of heartache.

"It’s really you... I knew it had to be you who could save me!" Elder Hei, also emotionally stirred, looked at Chu Feng with overflowing gratitude.

During his imprisonment in the Northern Prison, he didn’t really suffer much.

However, the psychological pressure he bore was tremendous.

Knowing full well how formidable the medicine thief was, Elder Hei harbored little hope. During his time in prison, every day was an agony. He could only wish for the Sect to hand down a lighter sentence.

When the prison guard informed him that he was exonerated and could be released, Elder Hei found it hard to believe.

Who could have the ability to clear his name?

Upon his release and seeing Chu Feng, everything clicked in an instant. Just as he guessed, it was indeed Chu Feng who had bailed him out.

"Let’s hurry and leave, and be more cautious from now on! The Sect’s rules are strict and must not be violated!" While the prison guard was removing the vest of crime from Hei Dimo, he chastised and with a "clang," shut the iron door.

"Let’s go, we’re getting out of here!" Chu Feng led Elder Hei out of the North Hall. Pu Li and others were already waiting.

Seeing Chu Feng successfully rescuing Elder Hei, they were all especially happy.

The group couldn’t help but share the trials they had encountered over the past half a year.

"Chu Feng, your great kindness needs no thanks! From now on, this old man’s life is yours!" Elder Hei gave a deep bow to Chu Feng which, from his words, sounded like he intended to repay with his life.

"Please rise, Elder Hei, you mustn’t do this! When I was in trouble in Dan State, didn’t you and the other Supreme Elders also risk your lives to save me? Doing this little thing for you really doesn’t count for much!"

Chu Feng hurriedly helped Elder Hei to his feet, not daring to let him become a Death Soldier for him.

Having such intentions was more than enough.

After a long conversation with Pu Li, Elder Hei, and others, Chu Feng laid out his plans and received everyone’s approval. These past six months, people like Pu Li had suffered quite a bit.

For them, it was actually a good thing.

In the Dan State Branch, being too accustomed to privilege, this was an excellent opportunity to temper their spirit.

Especially for people like Pu Li, whether the Sect Master or a Supreme Elder, once they got to the Wan Jian Sect Main Lineage, their status plummeted drastically, a huge psychological gap, severely testing their mental endurance.

Only those who can remain unflustered by honor or disgrace, unaffected by external influences, possess the true mindset of the strong.

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After bidding farewell to Pu Li and the others, Chu Feng couldn’t resist having a romantic moment with Han Xiaoying, strolling side by side within the Sect. They talked about various topics of mutual interest.

During this period, they also talked about Han Shuang.

I had thought that Han Shuang had fallen behind Han Xiaoying, but unexpectedly, she was even more formidable and had already advanced to a Sword Saint three months ago. It is said that besides focusing on her core duties, she spends all her remaining time comprehending the Asura Eighteen Slashes.

If she can secure a certain rank in the Outer Disciple martial contest at the end of the year, she will certainly stand out.

Chu Feng let out a sigh of lament. He had finally gained a bit of status in the Main Pulse, owning a large house with a private space. He was thinking of bringing Han Shuang over.

Now it seems that this idea must be put on hold for the time being.

Both of Chu Feng’s women are extraordinarily excellent and ambitious. As their husband, he naturally cannot fall behind them. He too must exert himself.

At the time of their farewell, Chu Feng embraced Han Xiaoying. He wanted to kiss her but was pushed away and she escaped.

Chu Feng wore a look of frustration and had no choice but to give up.

"You little girl, wait until we are married, and see where you can run to!" Chu Feng said fiercely as he gazed after Han Xiaoying.

"Hmph, this lady is waiting for you to marry me over," Han Xiaoying said with a wrinkled nose. Her family education was extremely strict, conservative, and particularly traditional.

If it weren’t for the mutual affection between her and Chu Feng, as well as the engagement, Chu Feng shouldn’t even think of hugging her.

...

Carrying the Merit Token, Chu Feng inquired along the way until he arrived at the Sect’s Treasure Hall.

The Treasure Hall is the core of the Sect, where many disciples visit daily. Among them, there are no shortage of Outer Elders, Inner Sect Guardians, Elders, and other prominent figures. As for Inner Sect Disciples and Outer Disciples, they are even more numerous.

Here, he successfully exchanged for the long-coveted Taoist Demon Soul Splitting Skill.

For this secret technique, he had traveled tens of thousands of miles, coming from Dan State to the Divine Martial Continent.

Now, his dream has finally come true; he had learned the secret technique.

Chu Feng was also incredibly joyful.

Unlike the Sub-sect, here there were specific Instructors. Any disciple who comes to exchange for Cultivation Techniques or Secret Skills, as long as they pay enough Merit, the Instructor Elder will implant the required Techniques or Skills into your Divine Soul.

This method ensures, to the greatest extent, that Cultivation Techniques are not leaked.

"Taoist Demon Soul Splitting Skill: In the beginning, human nature is inherently good, and newborns are pure of heart, untainted by any defilement. This is the best state for cultivation! As one grows older, they are polluted by mundane worldly thoughts, and external temptations such as fame and fortune begin to confuse the heart. Then, devil thoughts easily arise."

"The heavier the devil nature, the more disadvantageous it is for the practice of Taoist Skills. Because demon and Tao are inherently contradictory. The demon seeks immediate gratification and benefits, while Tao requires understanding the situation and conforming to the great trends of heaven and earth."

"Demons are fleeting like the bloom of an evening flower, whereas Tao can remain evergreen throughout all seasons, enduring as long as heaven and earth!"

"This skill can strip away the demonic nature, which can either be cultivated as a separate entity, or be discarded and confined to maintain a constantly pure heart free from devil thoughts."

Chu Feng closed his eyes and perused the text, which seemed to imprint itself in his mind.

For him, this skill was like timely rain, a lifesaving nectar.

It could help him remove the effects of the Heart-devouring Demon Planting Technique.

This was not a place for cultivation. Chu Feng had no immediate plans to cultivate this skill, instead, he made his way to the Sect’s Multi-Treasure Hall.

It has to be said that the Wan Jian Sect Main Lineage’s various facilities are very comprehensive.

The Multi-Treasure Hall, officially operated by the Sect, offers Medicinal Herbs, Elixirs, Divine Weapons, Heavenly and Earthly Treasures. It can be said that any treasure is available for purchase here. If you buy with silver, the price is about the same as outside the market.

But if you exchange with Merit, you can enjoy a ten percent discount.