Originally, he thought Zhao Yi wanted to completely destroy Sumeru Mountain, wondering where he should go next. Unexpectedly, Little Leiyin Temple was preserved, and he could even become its host.

This was a total surprise!

As for the betrayal of Little Leiyin Temple and allegiance to the Great Xia Zhao Clan being considered a disgrace to the Buddhist Sect, Hui Yan wasn't worried at all.

The Great Xia Zhao Clan has ruled the Cultivation Realm for over a thousand years; which sect isn't bowing and scraping under Zhao Clan's shadow?

Any sect that dared to go against Zhao Clan would find their bones turned to dust.

Little Leiyin Temple often oppressed other temples within the Buddhist Sect; the Buddhist Secret Realm was supposed to be shared by all Buddhist temples, but hosts from other temples had to pay a full tribute to Little Leiyin Temple to enter for trials.

In such circumstances, the loyalty those temples had towards Little Leiyin Temple could be imagined.

As long as Hui Yan could ensure they were not implicated by the Great Xia Imperial Guard, there were plenty of temples willing to support him.

If Hui Yan reduced the oppression a bit, like hosts entering the Buddhist Secret Realm for trials without paying tribute, those hosts would immediately respect him as the common leader of the Buddhist Sect.

"Thank you for your trust, Your Highness!"

Upon hearing Zhao Yi's words, Hui Yan bowed respectfully and said, "This humble monk will not betray Your Highness's trust, and the Buddhist Sect pledges unwavering loyalty to the Great Xia Court. If there is any betrayal, may heaven strike me dead!"

Zhao Yi did not doubt Hui Yan's loyalty.

Xuanzhen Temple has raised countless orphans over a millennium; despite producing numerous great traitors, villains, and greedy individuals, none have ever betrayed.

Zhao Yi smiled and nodded, "Revered one, I'm assured with you overseeing the Buddhist Sect."

Zhao Yi slowed, looking up at the mountain top, where Little Leiyin Temple was either discovering Hui Yan missing or discussing who to send to die. People moved constantly at the temple entrance, and the previously chaotic bell sounds gradually quelled.

Zhao Yi observed the situation, then addressed Hui Yan, "Revered one, I'll accompany Sect Leader Miaoyin to the Secret Realm to find something, leaving here in your charge. Grand General of the North, General Zuo Luo, is on her way. Just tell her how you'd like to cleanse the Buddhist Sect, and she will direct the Imperial Guard to assist you."

Hui Yan was delighted, "Subordinate obeys!"

Though Hui Yan wasn't familiar with Zuo Xiaoluo, he knew the significance of the Grand General of the North.

The Great Xia Court is under the Empress's control, with the Empress overseeing the military, and the Grand General directly managing military affairs.

The Great Xia highly values martial prowess and has a fierce populace. To rise in the military and attain the position of Grand General, second only to the Empress, such individuals are often seen as war gods.

With Zuo Xiaoluo acting personally, no one in the Buddhist Sect can withstand her.

Little Leiyin Temple has a bad reputation within the Buddhist Sect, but remains unshaken due to having five Tier Nine Saint King Realm Great Cultivators.

The head of Arhat Hall, Hui An, died at the Cultivation Conference, leaving aside Hui Yan, three Tier Nine Saint King Realm Great Cultivators within Little Leiyin Temple.

They are the Host, the Elder of Scripture Pavilion, and the Precepts Hall's head.

Additionally, several temples closely aligned with Little Leiyin Temple on Sumeru Mountain, which also house four to five Tier Nine Saint King Realm Great Cultivators.

Although Hui Yan has some allies, it's evident they're insufficient against so many Tier Nine Saint King Realm Great Cultivators.

With Zuo Xiaoluo here, the situation changes.

The Grand General of the North is formidable, combined with the Great Xia Imperial Guard, such a powerful force could overturn Sumeru Mountain.

Meanwhile.

Seeing Zhao Yi escort Sect Leader Miaoyin up the mountain, the protagonist hesitated for a moment, then circled around to quietly follow behind.

Watching Zhao Yi openly proceed towards the summit, the protagonist grew increasingly perplexed.

"What does he intend to do?"

The protagonist was thoroughly puzzled, "Doesn't he know those monks on the mountain wish to kill him immediately?"

Hearing this, the old monk's voice echoed in the protagonist's mind.

He said solemnly, "Little monk, the Crown Prince of Great Xia cannot die, at least not on Sumeru Mountain! You haven't enlisted Little Poison to help you, nor has she poisoned Great Xia's Iron Armor Army. The Iron Armor Army and Armor-Breaking Army of Great Xia are invincible, even if all the sects combined, they couldn't match them! If the Crown Prince of Great Xia dies in Little Leiyin Temple, it's the end for the Buddhist Sect!"

The protagonist nodded slightly, "I understand what you're saying! Although Zhao Yi indirectly harmed me, he saved my life multiple times! Previously in Yao Family Town, if it weren't for him appearing in time, I might have already died under Tribulation Thunder!"

Speaking of this, the protagonist declared solemnly, "Rest assured, as long as I'm here, nobody can harm him!"

The old monk expressed agreement with the protagonist's attitude, "In the mark, Zhao Yi is one of your greatest supporters in carrying out major endeavors, almost all resources of the rebel army are provided by him and the Four Seas Dragon Race. Now there's no Four Seas Dragon Race, so Zhao Yi must not be missed!"

The protagonist fell into silent contemplation.

He also didn't know where the old monk's confidence came from, relying solely on ambiguous elements in the mark to firmly believe that Zhao Yi would ruin his family and hardships to help him rebel.

How could that be possible?

Zhao Yi isn't a madman...

Wait, Zhao Yi might be crazy...

Even if he were crazy, he wouldn't do something so brainless...

Perhaps he would...

The protagonist suddenly thought of the old emperor.

Zhao Yi is just the Crown Prince, but he is the Emperor, yet obsessed with bringing downfall to Great Xia.

The protagonist suddenly felt a burden weighing heavy.

Is there no sane Zhao out there?

The old monk continued his chatter, but the protagonist filtered out all his words.

The protagonist had made up his mind.

After finding the Arhat Fruit and rescuing Yao Su.

He will completely separate from the old monk and Yao Su!

The protagonist realized this.

As long as these two are around, he can forget about peace.

If he wants to retire and live in seclusion, he must get rid of these two.

Zhao Yi and the other person moved quickly, reaching the mountaintop in the blink of an eye.

At the Little Leiyin Temple, a group of old monks had just exited the Great Hero Hall.

Seeing Zhao Yi and Miaoyin openly arriving, all the monks were stunned for a moment.

Soon, someone reacted.

"He is the Crown Prince of Great Xia!"

With these words, the monks of Little Leiyin Temple exploded with chatter.

"Is he really the Crown Prince of Great Xia?"

"Why has the Crown Prince of Great Xia come up the mountain?"

"What does he want to do? Is he here to persuade us to surrender?"

"It would be great if we could surrender; the Buddhist Sect could never oppose the Zhao Clan!"

"Where is Elder Hui Yuan of the Scripture Pavilion? Didn't he say he would convert the Crown Prince?"

As the monks were discussing, a loud Buddhist chant suddenly resounded.

"Amitabha!"

Everyone simultaneously turned to the source of the voice.

They saw an old monk with kind eyes and white hair emerge from the crowd.

Upon seeing the old monk, someone immediately exclaimed, "Elder Hui Yuan has come out, is he going to convert the Crown Prince of Great Xia?"

Zhao Yi and Miaoyin turned to look at the old monk, curious to see what kind of odd person this chanting fool was.

"Amitabha!"

Elder Hui Yuan approached them with a gentle smile, palms together, and bowed to Zhao Yi.

"I am Hui Yuan, greetings to Your Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"

Zhao Yi looked Elder Hui Yuan up and down, nodded slightly, acknowledging his presence.

Then he walked straight towards the back courtyard of the Great Leiyin Temple.

Elder Hui Yuan's face immediately stiffened.

Elder Hui Yuan did not expect Zhao Yi to be so dismissive.

Elder Hui Yuan wasn't just the Scripture Pavilion Elder of Little Leiyin Temple, but also a Tier Nine Saint King Realm great cultivator, a notable figure in the Cultivation Realm.

For Zhao Yi, known worldwide as a cultivation incompetent, to ignore him was simply intolerable!

Whoosh!

Elder Hui Yuan's figure flickered, once again blocking Zhao Yi and Miaoyin's path.

"Amitabha."

Elder Hui Yuan appeared kind and patient.

He gently addressed Zhao Yi, "Please wait, Your Royal Highness the Crown Prince; this humble monk has something to say."

Upon these words, the surrounding monks instantly quieted down.

They already understood Elder Hui Yuan's intent.

Everyone was waiting for him to create a miracle!

If he converted the Crown Prince of Great Xia, the strength of Little Leiyin Temple would surely increase dramatically.

Not only would they firmly hold the source position of the Buddhist Sect, but they could even surpass the Sword Sect, becoming the top sect in the Cultivation Realm.

The monks were lost in thought, and some with little control couldn't help but be overjoyed.

The Buddha saves those with a fateful connection!

Zhao Yi's prominent status made him the person most fated with the Buddha!

At this moment, a crisp slapping sound rang out.

Smack!

Elder Hui Yuan was slapped, spinning like a top until he crashed into the great bell at the entrance of the Great Hero Hall.

"Dong..."

The death knell sounded again!

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