Fantasy: I Am the Villain.

Chapter 227 The loss outweighs the gain

Chapter 227 More Gains Than Losses

He wanted to ensure that Bai Ke would come out on top in this merit-based reward ceremony, so that the elders would recognize Bai Ke's abilities.

As for me, I was just trying to give Ash some more leverage, so that he wouldn't be left far behind by Bai Ke in this trial and look bad.

So that he could compete with Bai Ke in the subsequent election for the position of Heavenly Strategy Saint!

Hearing what Xing Jian said, the elder asked suspiciously, "Are you sure the sect leader won't get involved in this matter?"

"I told you, I know our sect leader better than you do. If I say it won't happen, then it won't happen. You can rest assured, I'll take responsibility if anything goes wrong!"

"So what's in it for me to help you this time?"

Upon hearing his words, Xing Jian gave a cold laugh, then snorted, "There's no benefit to helping this time; you already received it all last time."

The elder was about to say something when Xing Jian interrupted him and continued, "I won't force you. Although there's no benefit for you, if you help me this time, I will remember your favor."

But if you refuse, you'll gain another enemy. The outcome is up to you!

Although Xing Jian said these words casually, he couldn't help but feel a jolt in his heart after hearing them.

Xing Jian said he wouldn't force him, but in reality, he didn't give him a choice at all; he had no choice but to help.

And so, the scene that just unfolded in the main hall came about. But who could have foreseen the sudden turn of events that led to this situation?

Actually, it's not surprising that they were just watching the show. It's because Lin Xiu is Xing Jian's own son; how could they possibly interfere?

On the left is Lin Xiu's life, and on the right is the interest of Tian Ce Palace. They have a good idea of ​​how to make a decision, so the best approach is to remain neutral and let Xing Jian make the decision himself.

Looking at the "Lin Xiu" in front of him, Xing Jian had no choice. He steeled himself, gritted his teeth, and could only risk the turmoil of Lin Xiu's sea of ​​consciousness.

He shouted angrily at Li Mu, who was possessing Lin Xiu's body: "Hmph! You scoundrel, do you really think I have no way out?"

I, a dignified elder of the Tian Ce Palace, would never be coerced by a petty scoundrel like you. I presume my son shares my sentiment—to capture you at all costs. Well then, prepare to face my challenge!

As he spoke, Xing Jian mobilized his spiritual power and swung his right palm, his five fingers curled into a claw shape, aimed at the immobilized "Lin Xiu".

Slowly, they forcefully extracted Li Mu's soul from Lin Xiu's crown chakra. Lin Xiu's expression was one of extreme pain, his features contorted in agony.

His forehead was covered in cold sweat, and if it weren't for the fact that he was too weak to move, he probably wouldn't have been able to stand up already.

Before long, it was seen that Li Mu's soul had been forcibly extracted from Lin Xiu's body by Xing Jian, and then printed back into the Sixth Prince's body.

After doing all this, in order to prevent Li Mu from possessing anyone else or escaping, Xing Jian placed a seal on Li Mu's body.

So, Li Mu was once again frozen in place, unable to move, his face still bearing that incredulous expression.

At this moment, Lin Xiu, who had just been possessed by Li Mu, lay on the ground, too weak to speak.

Lying on the ground, Lin Xiu could clearly feel that his dantian was no longer as full and abundant as before.

The reason Lin Xiu was able to advance to the Nascent Soul stage was because Bai Ke used his evil spirit talent to trigger the inner demons within him, which led to a breakthrough in his cultivation.

However, because Xing Jian forcibly extracted Li Mu's soul, Lin Xiu's physical body was damaged, and his cultivation level was also affected.

His original primordial spirit cultivation level dropped back to the Great Perfection of the Golden Core Realm.

Feeling his physical condition, Lin Xiu naturally couldn't believe that a portion of his cultivation had been lost.

But no matter how he sensed it or how he checked his own condition, he could indeed sense that his cultivation level was no longer what it used to be.

When Lin Xiu finally came to his senses, he was naturally devastated. But he couldn't break down now, he couldn't say anything.

He had to endure it, especially in front of so many people; he couldn't let anyone know his condition. Besides, his father was right there, and he didn't want to see the disappointment in his father's eyes.

Therefore, Lin Xiu can only keep comforting himself, telling himself that his current state is all a consequence of the Sixth Prince's soul being forcibly extracted from his body.

In fact, Lin Xiu's cultivation level was only temporarily upgraded to the Nascent Soul stage.

Lin Xiu's cultivation level improved because Bai Ke did this to verify his previous statement that the stone wall beneath the Lingjiu Palace in the Tianlong Babu mini-world could help people break through their cultivation level.

Seeing Lin Xiu's current state, Xing Jian realized it was clearly unsuitable for him to stay in the main hall any longer, so he turned and bid farewell to Ning Fengyi.

He then instructed two disciples to help Lin Xiu back first, and then glared fiercely at Li Mu on the ground before striding away from the sect's main hall.

Unexpectedly, things developed in this way, leaving everyone somewhat bewildered.

Seeing Lin Xiu, who was not exactly handsome and dashing but at least dignified in appearance, in this state, some disciples couldn't help but sigh with regret.

Bai Ke remained unmoved. He felt that Lin Xiu and his father were simply two brainless fools who had brought trouble upon themselves.

They started it all, but in the end they were the ones who suffered the consequences. What a fitting end!

Seeing that the disciples in the hall were slightly stunned, Ning Fengyi coughed, and everyone came back to their senses. Ning Fengyi said, "Lin Xiu is not feeling well, so Elder Xing Jian took him away first. Let's continue!"

"Yes!" Everyone responded in unison.

"Demons who went out for training this time will be rewarded according to their performance. The sect will issue you mystical weapons and pills as rewards."

Upon hearing this, the disciples erupted in cheers, their joy overflowing. Bai Ke also wore a faint smile.

"In addition, Bai Ke and Lin Xiu, as your leaders in this training, will also be rewarded according to their performance."

Since Lin Xiu is temporarily unavailable, his reward or punishment will be put on hold for now. As for you, Bai Ke, the elders have always felt that you performed exceptionally well during this training.

Having taken on the responsibility of being the chief disciple of Tian Ce Palace, the elders unanimously decided, based on your performance, to appoint you, Bai Ke, as the new deacon of the Enforcement Hall.

"This is the elders' recognition and trust in you. What do you think, Bai Ke? Can you shoulder this important responsibility?" Ning Fengyi looked at Bai Ke beside her and asked with a smile.

"Disciple Bai Ke will certainly live up to the expectations of the sect leader and all the elders!" With that, Bai Ke stepped forward and bowed to Ning Fengyi and the elders sitting to the side.

"Ding! Your position and reputation have been increased. This system is rewarding you with 500 Evil Points. Please check your account."