127: Chapter 127 Those Who Block My Way Will Die!

Upon arriving, Chu Xuan, as usual, established a domineering persona for himself, making the White-haired Village Chief and the others wait there for five minutes.

The White-haired Old Village Chief looked displeased and wanted to say something, but after looking at Chu Xuan and then at Tang Zheng, he closed his mouth for reasons unknown.

Then Chu Xuan had Qin Shaowu and Tang Zheng each hold a submachine gun and stay on high alert, forbidding anyone from leaving, and especially forbidding the Old Village Chief from leading people to the Dark Rift behind the Great Buddha for the Spirit Washing ceremony.

Next, he pulled Wang Ruozi, who was trembling like a little rabbit, out of the crowd, preparing to go to the small mud courtyard beside the temple.

Before leaving, Chu Xuan instructed: "Tang Zheng, keep an eye on this old man. If you notice anything wrong, kill him immediately. We'll be right back."

"Wait a second!" Tang Zheng pulled Chu Xuan aside and said in a lowered voice, "Though I'm a bit reluctant to say it... isn't this a bit inappropriate?"

As he spoke, Tang Zheng glanced at Wang Ruozi with a complex expression.

Qin Shaowu also leaned in and said, "Yeah, I also think this isn't right, it's a bit animalistic. Besides, only five minutes? That's too weak, isn't it?"

"Cut the crap, I'm going to do serious business!"

Chu Xuan pushed Qin Shaowu aside and pulled Wang Ruozi toward the corridor on the right, heading straight up the steps.

Feeling the pace was too slow, Chu Xuan simply hoisted Wang Ruozi onto his shoulder. They soon reached the end of the corridor. Looking up to the right, the small mud courtyard was just dozens of meters away.

The gaunt Old Woman was standing in the courtyard, craning her neck to look their way.

"Wuwu..."

At that moment, Wang Ruozi's whimpering came from his shoulder: "Don't force me! I'd rather die than give in to you!"

"I won't hurt you, and I can get you out of here alive, but only if you listen to me."

Chu Xuan spoke with a cold face, brandishing the submachine gun in his hand: "Stop crying. I'll give you three seconds to calm down, or I'll blow your brains out right now."

Through the previous dream, Chu Xuan had already figured out Wang Ruozi's personality. As soon as he spoke, the young girl immediately covered her mouth with both hands. Although tears were still falling, her sobbing stopped.

However, her eyes suddenly became strange. She stared at Chu Xuan's face for a long time, then her face turned slightly red, and she murmured:

"Then... then be gentle. I haven't done it before..."

Chu Xuan didn't bother to explain. He pulled her quickly up the mountain and soon arrived at the front of the courtyard.

Seeing the corpses of some Strange Creaturess outside the courtyard again, Chu Xuan was basically certain that if he dared to step inside, the Great Buddha would likely teleport over instantly and crush him to death.

Chu Xuan had already guessed that this Old Woman, the only surviving human in Yinshan Village, was likely the mother of the Great Buddha's original self and the obsession he held in his heart.

Even though his body had been occupied by a Strange Creatures, a unique set of rules still formed. Just like killing villagers or stealing Buddhist artifacts, this was a taboo; touching it would surely result in a death-dealing calamity.

"Son, you're back!"

A raspy voice, like metal grinding, jumped out of the Old Woman's throat. She opened the gate, her cloudy eyes fixed on Chu Xuan.

"Yeah, I'm back."

"Then come in."

"No, I came back to get a Flower Cotton Jacket and a Copper Mirror. Please get them for me."

To avoid any complications, Chu Xuan didn't change his lines, speaking to the Old Woman exactly as he had in the dream, and he used the power of Heart Bewitchment in this sentence.

And just like in the dream, she shakily went back into the house and soon returned holding the Flower Cotton Jacket and Copper Mirror, handing them to Chu Xuan through the courtyard gate.

"Son, come in. Mom will cook for you."

The Old Woman's mind didn't seem very clear, but Chu Xuan could clearly feel the intense longing she emanated.

He gave a soft laugh: "Warm up the food first. I'll come back to eat in a bit."

"Okay, Mom will cook for you, cook for you..." The Old Woman swayed, dragging her faltering steps back into the house.

"Let's go!"

Chu Xuan pulled Wang Ruozi back down the mountain, handing her the Flower Cotton Jacket and the Copper Mirror while explaining how to use them.

Wang Ruozi first took off her outer jacket and put on the Flower Cotton Jacket, then tucked the Copper Mirror into her bosom. Only then did she say uncertainly, "You... you just wanted me to do this? Nothing else?"

Chu Xuan gave her a flat look: "What? Are you disappointed?"

"No... no!"

Wang Ruozi's face turned red as she shook her head repeatedly. Then she stole a glance at Chu Xuan and said timidly, "Big brother, you're actually a good person, aren't you?"

"Heh! If you mess this up, you won't think I'm a good person anymore." Chu Xuan turned his head and smiled, revealing pearly white teeth.

Wang Ruozi was so scared she shivered, promising repeatedly: "I definitely won't make a mistake, I swear!"

The two returned the way they came and soon arrived back at the square in front of the Mahavira Hall. The whole trip had taken less than five minutes.

The many passengers here were anxious, feeling both helpless and desperate.

Tang Zheng and Qin Shaowu immediately came forward to meet them.

"Big brother, you're finally back! This place is too oppressive, I can't take it, I need to go take a dump..." Qin Shaowu ran over with a flushed face.

"Hold it in."

Chu Xuan stuffed Tang Zheng's submachine gun into Qin Shaowu's hand and said in a low voice: "I'm giving you a mission. Take these two guns and go to the Mountain Gate Hall right now."

"In a moment, the statues of the Heng and Ha Generals there will glow red. When you hear a gunshot, immediately shatter the heads of the Heng and Ha Generals. The bullets in these two guns are more than enough. Once the red light on the statues fades, run back here immediately."

"Remember, you must be fast. If you do this well, you'll get unexpected benefits. But if you mess up, don't say I didn't warn you—you might lose your life."

Qin Shaowu was stunned. He wanted to ask more, but when he heard he might lose his life, his bladder tightened, and he quickly replied: "Don't worry, even if I crap my pants, I'll complete the mission."

With that, Qin Shaowu ran off carrying the two guns.

"Will he be okay? This kid is sometimes even more unreliable than me. He's always feeding in games; I'm afraid he'll drop the ball at the critical moment." Tang Zheng frowned.

"That's why I gave him two guns."

Chu Xuan asked: "What about you? Are you ready?"

Tang Zheng rubbed his hands together: "I'm already itching for some action."

Just then, the Old Village Chief stepped forward.

"Child, it seems your purpose for coming here isn't simple? No matter what you want to do, I advise you not to be impulsive..."

The Old Village Chief had a warm smile and a booming voice: "We have been enlightened by the God and have realized the true meaning of life. We are all brothers and sisters, kin of flesh and blood!"

You wantonly slaughter your kin; you will surely face divine punishment! If you can cast aside your delusions now, join me in leading the masses to worship the Gods, receive the baptism, and repent to the God, there is still a chance to start over. The God will forgive all your sins! This is your last chance!"

Hearing this, Chu Xuan laughed loudly: "I am guided by [Heavenly Secret]. I came here to slay the Great Buddha. Anyone who blocks my path shall die! Old man, do you choose to end yourself, or do you want me to shoot you dead?!"