The Prodigies War

Chapter 1651: Greed

The atmosphere in the Sun Pass was treacherous!

When Lin Xun had first arrived in this place, no one had taken interest in him because what reason was there for the old monsters stationed here to care about a junior?

Very few had even known his name!

They hadn’t done this to intentionally slight or belittle him. They really just hadn’t cared.

But now, in the huge Sun Pass, who with either the hearing or perceiving ability didn’t know of Lin Xun’s name?

In the Nine Palaces Go Game, Ling Xiaozi, the number one dao rune founder of the Great Emperor Pass, had admitted that he was inferior to Lin Xun.

In the confrontation between Lin Xun and Underworld Son, the latter had fled after suffering a major humiliation.

The game had proved to all the old monsters that even though Lin Xun was a junior, the depths of his abilities were not to be underestimated.

His duel with Underworld Son had proved that his aptitude and battle prowess in the quest for the Great Dao were also unparalleled, and his future achievements were destined to be unlimited!

But if that was all it was, then the old monsters in the Sun Pass wouldn’t have been so shocked. As Saint-Kings or quasi-Emperors, it was not necessary for them to be overly concerned about Lin Xun, for no matter how astonishing his talent and heritage were, his cultivation level was still too far below theirs.

Even if he would achieve marvelous accomplishments in the future, that would still be a matter of the future.

However, when Old Practitioner Qiu had been killed, these old monsters had been completely unable to remain calm anymore.

He was now a junior with a trump card that could kill a quasi-Emperor whose battle power was in the top ten of the Great Emperor Pass. Who dared to ignore him?

One could search the entire Sun Pass and still wouldn’t find a character that could defeat Old Practitioner Qiu in a fight.

Even Old Practitioner Qiu was no match for Lin Xun, let alone them.

When it got to this point, who dared to treat Lin Xun as a mere junior anymore?

Moreover, after noticing the miraculous and terrifying Ice Snow Leaf in his hand, their state of mind had completely changed.

There was greed, shock, and uncontrollable desires!

In this place, perhaps Madam Mu, Shun Ji, Ling Xiaozi, and the rest of their group would regard Lin Xun as a friend and would not do something bad to him.

But the others wouldn’t necessarily be like that.

Everything was caused by the Ice Snow Leaf. It was like a fatal temptation that birthed an unquenchable desire in those old monsters!

Fortunately, they were probably so apprehensive of the powerful Thousand Feather Sword Flower that they forcefully suppressed their desire and didn’t dare to act rashly.

Still, as a result, the atmosphere in the entire Sun Pass had become treacherous and sensitive.

The most apparent proof was that many more gazes had converged outside the bronze hall where Lin Xun was staying.

Quite a few old monsters had also begun to come to his door to ‘pay a visit’ for various reasons.

Ling Xiaozi’s group helped Lin Xun block them all, but their hearts were a little heavy.

Lin Xun was currently like the only torch in the darkness. There was no telling how many moths it would attract!

If some fearless moths failed to control their greed and pounced at the fire without a care, then no one knew what the consequences would be.

At the same time, they were also worried that Lin Xun would fly into a rage and resort to fighting violence with violence when that happened.

In that case, it would undoubtedly be a curse and not a blessing for the entire Great Emperor Pass.

“One’s wealth is their own ruin by causing other’s greed. A glimpse of hope that shines on the path to the Emperor stage is enough to drive any quasi-Emperor crazy…” lamented Ling Xiaozi.

He knew too well the value of the Ice Snow Leaf in Lin Xun’s possession.

Quasi-Emperors were not gods who were free of worldly desires. It was just that most of the fortunes and treasures in this world couldn’t catch their attention anymore.

But that Ice Snow Leaf was an exception!

If Ling Xiaozi, Shun Ji, Madam Mu, and their friends were to be honest, then even they had to admit that they couldn’t ignore such a treasure filled with supreme temptation.

Under these circumstances, the change in the atmosphere of the Sun Pass was nothing surprising.

“Right now, we can only wait for Mister Shen to return to preside over the situation,” sighed Madam Mu.

While Lin Xun hadn’t left his residence since the previous events, he still keenly perceived this change.

From the moment he had set foot on the path of cultivation to this day, he experienced countless sinister things, so how could he not predict the storms that the Ice Snow Leaf would invite?

But he was not afraid.

Even if he didn’t borrow the strength of those terrifying creatures, he still had other cards up his sleeves. He just didn’t want to waste them on these sorts of things.

Because it wasn’t worth it!

However, in order to avoid attracting trouble, Lin Xun could only seclude himself for the time being and stayed away from all the winds blowing outside.

He spent all his time and focus cultivating.

……

The treacherous atmosphere in the Sun Pass did not last long. On the third day after Old Practitioner Qiu’s death, a rumbling noise from the teleportation array changed the atmosphere again.

Gu Liangqu came!

The Great Emperor Pass was guarded by numerous quasi-Emperors, but only Gu Liangqu could be called ‘the number one of the Great Emperor Pass.’

His overwhelming prestige and strength made him the center of attention wherever he appeared.

This time, he came clearly because of Old Practitioner Qiu’s death!

Otherwise, how could he break away from the tense war in the Vast Ocean Pass and appear in this place?

When Gu Liangqu stepped out of the teleportation array, many old monsters in the Sun Pass were alarmed. They all came out to greet him.

For a while, Gu Liangqu was like a moon surrounded by stars, an overlord patrolling his territory. His might was second to none among the crowd.

When Shun Ji, Ling Xiaozi, Madam Mu, and the others of the group came out and saw this scene, their hearts grew heavy again.

None of them had expected that Gu Liangqu would be the first to arrive and not Mister Shen.

It was obvious how angry he was at the death of Old Practitioner Qiu!

“Tell me everything that has happened in the Sun Pass recently.”.

Gu Liangqu was dressed in hemp clothes. His long hair draped over his shoulders. His figure was tall and majestic, and his face ordinary but resolute. As soon as he arrived, he gave an order in a calm tone, but his words gave off visible oppressiveness.

“Also, have that man named Lin Xun come and see me. I’ll give him fifteen minutes. If he fails to meet me within fifteen minutes, then I’ll personally go to him.”

Hearing this, the field was instantly restless.

Many of the old monsters revealed delighted expressions, thinking that Gu Liangqu had obviously come to severely punish Lin Xun!

Meanwhile, quite many were worried by the fact that Gu Liangqu had pointed his weapon at Lin Xun right away. They didn’t dare to imagine the messy situation if a conflict were to arise.

Ling Xiaozi took a deep breath and quickly transmitted, “Old Shun, bring everyone and inform Lin Xun of Gu Liangqu’s arrival, and make sure he won’t act on impulse. Also, don’t let the other old fogeys approach him. I’m worried that someone will take advantage of this situation to create trouble.”

Shun Ji and Madam Mu nodded. They planned to act right away.

But right at this moment, Gu Liangqu’s gaze swept over at them like electricity, and he said in a heavy voice, “You guys stay put. No one is allowed to leave without my order.”

The expressions of Shun Ji’s group sank.

Obviously, Gu Liangqu was not entirely uninformed of what had happened in the Sun Pass. He had come prepared, and he clearly considered them to be in league with Lin Xun!

Immediately following, Gu Liangqu ordered, “Xing Feng, Nie Tu, you two go and notify Lin Xun. Remember that no force shall be used, lest people will laugh at me and say that I, Gu Liangqu, bullied a junior.”

Immediately, two people stepped out.

One had a solid physique and a rugged appearance. His body looked like it was made of solid bronze and was shrouded in a terrifying, iron-willed aura.

The other was as thin as a bamboo pole. He looked like a fragile scholar as he swayed the iron fan in his hand.

The former was Xing Feng and the latter was Nie Tu, both being renowned quasi-Emperor experts under Gu Liangqu’s command. As for their strength, each was more powerful than the other.

Ling Xiaozi’s face changed again and he couldn’t help but say, “Brother Gu, Lin Xun is just a junior. Why are you making such a big deal out of it?”

Gu Liangqu indifferently glanced at him. “Which junior in this world would dare to kill a quasi-Emperor? Ling Xiaozi, I respect you for the outstanding achievements and contributions you have made for the Great Emperor Pass over the years, so don’t make things difficult for me.”

Ling Xiaozi was just about to say something back, but Gu Liangqu had already waved his hand, “Don’t waste your breath, or else don’t blame me for not giving you face.”

The words were forceful and left no room for maneuver.

Meanwhile, Xing Feng and Nie Tu had already left to carry out the order.

Seeing this, Ling Xiaozi’s face became gloomy. if it wasn’t for the fact that he was just trying to prevent another conflict from breaking out, how could he possibly pay attention to this crap?

Did Gu Liangqu really think that Lin Xun was easy to bully because he was a junior?

“Oh, is that Ice Snow Leaf really this marvelous?” said Gu Liangqu with a strange expression after listening to the voice transmission of another old monster.

“Indeed. That treasure is miraculous and unfathomable. It can certainly offer unimaginable benefits to the Great Emperor Pass in the future!” said someone with a burning gaze.

This instantly fanned the flames of greed in many people.

If the Great Emperor Pass could take over the Ice Snow Leaf, then they would all have a chance to step on that path to becoming an Emperor!

Gu Liangqu’s gaze flickered as he scanned the crowd. “Does everyone share the same opinion?”

Many people nodded.

A black-robed old man with a withered face and a relaxed demeanor directly said, “Lord Gu, if Lin Xun hands over the treasure, then we can consider lightening the punishment for the crime he has committed.”

Gu Liangqu coldly grunted, “What did Old Practitioner Qiu do wrong to be brutally killed by that man, then? Should we just forgive him because of a treasure?”

The black-robed old man hurriedly said, “That’s precisely why he should live to suffer and atone for his sins. After he hands over the treasures, his strength will be suppressed and he will be imprisoned for a thousand years as an adequate punishment.”

Some other old monsters also chimed in to agree, treating Lin Xun as a junior who still deserved leniency despite having made a big mistake.

Of course, the prerequisite for obtaining forgiveness was that he handed over the Ice Snow Leaf.

“Ridiculous!” Shun Ji and Madam Mu were so angry that their chests heaved and their faces grew unsightly.

Even Ling Xiaozi couldn’t control his anger. He shouted, “What crime did Lin Xun commit that you lot deem him a sinner?

“Do you really think that the death of Old Practitioner Qiu is all Lin Xun’s fault?

“For the sake of a treasure, you deliberately distort the truth and use your underhanded tricks to deal with a junior. Have you…have you no shame at all?”

His voice thundered through the whole area.

Ling Xiaozi was bristling with rage!