Chapter 2727 - 47: The Seventh Son of the Lu Family (Part 3)

The organizational structure, which draws from the strengths of many, still appears safe for the time being.

The security bureau spares no effort in cracking down on various cults without backing, but despite their efforts, they have yet to touch the roots of the faceless cult.

Under the guidance of Yuan Laoxi, who neither demands blood sacrifices nor mistreats believers and responds genuinely to their devotion, the faceless cult has rapidly expanded. In a very short time, it has gathered a large number of faithful followers.

Even Ugly Ox among the twelve Divine Envoys volunteered to go to Ji Lei City to develop followers... although there has been no news since.

The cult’s gatherings are held one-way, with no more than three followers participating in each session. Only the most devoted and those who contribute the most to the sect can receive direct guidance from the Pope.

The Pope leads them in worshiping the Deity, studying doctrines, solving various difficulties in their cultivation, and bestows corresponding Cultivation Techniques and secret techniques—of course, these teachings are actually delivered by the Ancient Yama God himself.

Throughout history, such an engaged and approachable deity is rare indeed.

Only after becoming a Divine Master and starting his own ministry did he realize how remarkable Zhang Linchuan’s creation of the "World Without Life" and "Lifeless Profound Method" truly was.

At that time, the Church of Lifeless relied more on the World Without Life that combined various Divine Skills for support. But if Zhang Linchuan were given ample time to develop, the "World Without Life" and "Lifeless Profound Method" would be the foundation of the sect, shaping a broader future for it.

Jiang Wang is now merely creating some scattered Cultivation Techniques to bestow upon different followers and already feels quite exhausted. Forming a cohesive system is by no means a task that can be completed in a short period. He had no choice but to have Yuan Laoxi raise the thresholds for gatherings to reduce some workload.

"Great Yama God, Your loyal God’s Servant offers their prayers to You."

After sending off the attendees through different exits, Yuan Laoxi returned to the room, kneeling before the god statue: "May You soon return to Your peak, reach the utmost supremacy, and reign eternally, wielding power over all!"

He recited this awkward prayer with increasing devotion.

The faceless statue stood in the shrine, emitting a flickering eerie light, somewhat awkward. A moment later, a divine message descended—

"The waters of the Long River of Fate are rising once more; great events will occur in Mo Yun City. Yuan Laoxi, you are commanded to secretly investigate the source, collect all unusual happenings, and prepare in advance."

"I abide by the divine will."

Yuan Laoxi bowed devoutly three more times before stepping forward to put away the god statue and quietly leaving the place.

Once the faceless statue was put away, it was just an ordinary room. Upon leaving the faceless shrine, he returned to his identity as the primary incense master of the Fruit and Flower Club’s Water Curtain Hall.

Jiang Wang had reason to believe that whatever major event happened in Mo Yun City, it would undoubtedly involve that Lu Qilang. And Lu Qilang’s arrival was, in itself, one of Mo Yun City’s anomalies.

He didn’t specifically order Yuan Laoxi to investigate Lu Qilang, preventing any targeted connections. Even if Lu Qilang traced back, he wouldn’t know he was being observed by the great Ancient Yama God.

It wasn’t until Jiang Wang began making divine maneuvers that he truly understood why divine messages he had heard in the past were often vague, or even ambiguous, frequently requiring priests to interpret.

Firstly, it was to perpetuate the Deity’s authority, making it less likely to be refuted. The Deity is never wrong; error lies with priests’ misinterpretations. Secondly, it’s also to ensure minimal disclosure of information, a form of self-protection for the Deity.

Such firsthand experiences granted him a deeper understanding of the Divine Way.

Involving the investigation of powerhouses like Lu Qilang, no matter how covert, remains an exceedingly dangerous task.

Yet, it cannot be avoided.

The danger has already brushed past. Ignorance cannot prevail. Jiang Wang must ascertain Lu Qilang’s objective, comprehend Lu Qilang’s strength. Only then will he know how to respond and avoid a similar experience... merely sitting there dumbfounded, utterly devoid of initiative.

Yuan Laoxi, being crafty and highly capable, should be able to manage cleanly even without obtaining information.

Chai Asi, full of vigor and forging ahead, might warrant more investment support to quickly integrate into Mo Yun City’s upper circles, thereby maintaining grasp over the grand scheme and preventing episodes of staggering blind spots.

As for Pig Dali...

Just as Pig Dali came to mind, that Frost Flower within the Five Mansions Sea seemed to illuminate as if sensing it, abruptly lighting up with frost radiance.

The Frost Wind divine seal conveyed an urgent message—the Peaceful Ghost Messenger is calling upon the power of the Taiping Divine Wind Seal. Pig Dali is in danger, calling for help from the leader!

What’s going on?

Each time the Peaceful Ghost Messenger executed night exorcisms, he would accompany with the Seal. Pig Dali effortlessly slaughtered minions, devouring Evil Gods as sustenance. Their teamwork was seamless.

In the absence of God Slaying tasks, Pig Dali could typically be found feigning depth and brooding melancholy in taverns, lamenting Demon life.

What trouble could afflict a tavern bouncer like Pig Dali, devoid of involvement in Evil God matters, and what trouble would render his Taiping Treasure Saber Record ineffective?

Just as one wave settled, another rose.

Despite the complete unrelatedness of the demon pig Dali and Lu Qilang, these two consecutive incidents bestowed Jiang Wang with an extremely ominous premonition.

He wasn’t being overly suspicious—it was the unpredictability of Heavenly Will.

No time for ponderance, Jiang Wang promptly responded through his identity as Taiping Daoist.

Thus he entrusted himself to the Taiping Divine Wind Seal, entering Pig Dali’s perspective—

At that instant, a fierce blade descended upon him!

A startled glance...

Deep night, a narrow alley.

Precept Blade, a bald head, black lotus tattoo.

And Pig Dali’s nearly frozen stiff body!