The Heavens: Falling Ink From Douluo

Chapter 1654 The disaster is coming

Chapter 1654 The disaster is coming
Jin Shi's speechlessness wasn't very obvious.

But there was no deliberate attempt to hide it.

He waved his hand, seemingly treating everyone equally.

In reality, this action is meant to tell the children and grandchildren below to tone down their pronunciation.

He wasn't worried that the sound waves would injure the other party.

After all, although he had never seen the Supreme Dragon Phoenix and did not know how strong its body was, he estimated from the physical strength of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan that it would be easy for it to withstand their sonic attacks.

If the Supreme Dragon-Phoenix was a new type of magical beast formed by taking the weaknesses of the Ancient Void Dragon and the Ancient Heavenly Phoenix, it certainly wouldn't be revered as an ancestor by the Ancient Void Dragon clan and the Heavenly Phoenix clan, nor would they shout slogans like "With the appearance of the Supreme Dragon-Phoenix, the beast race will prosper." Therefore, even if the Supreme Dragon-Phoenix didn't extract the advantages from the Ancient Void Dragon and the Ancient Heavenly Phoenix, its own strength would definitely not be lower than that of the Ancient Void Dragon and the Ancient Heavenly Phoenix.

Therefore, the Ancient Dragon of the Void can withstand it.

The Supreme Dragon Phoenix will definitely be able to withstand it.

There is no doubt about this.

However, while the opponent might withstand the shockwave, their clothes and mask might not. If the clothes or mask were torn apart by the sonic waves, even if the person is male and doesn't care about being shirtless (referring to Xu Chu's fight with Ma Chao, where he deliberately removed his clothes to avoid affecting his mobility), most men, though disheveled, genuinely don't care when they're excited. But masks are of utmost importance. If the opponent's true identity is exposed, they will face relentless pursuit. From the perspective of the human race, they can tolerate Feng Qing'er's existence because of the internal strife between the Heavenly Phoenix Clan and the Ancient Dragon Clan, and Feng Qing'er is the reason for this. But they absolutely cannot allow a second Supreme Dragon Phoenix to appear.

The appearance of the second Supreme Dragon-Phoenix means that the Ancient Void Dragon Clan and the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan may join forces. At that time, the situation will no longer be a matter of internal strife among the beast races. Instead, Feng Qing'er, leading the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan, and Lin Chaoci, who may stand with the Ancient Void Dragon Clan, will represent the two clans, shake hands, and make peace, forming a behemoth that surpasses the eight ancient clans. It is conservatively estimated that in the future, there will be a top-tier force with two Dou Di powerhouses. The entire continent will become the beast race's possession, and the格局 (geju, a term referring to the overall situation or格局, often referring to the overall structure or格局, of power structure) will be overturned.

Therefore, not showing one's face is the best option.

At least in Jinshi's opinion, it is the best.

Although he wasn't sure whether the other party's actions were guided by a master or whether the other party had considered this point on their own, in any case, this mask should not be broken by him or his children and grandchildren. This was not a way to prove one's bravery, but simply asking for trouble.

Even if the other party does not retaliate.

Many powerful individuals will also come to inquire.

As for the methods used to inquire, that is currently uncertain.

In any case, according to Jin Shi's own estimation, if the people who come are from the Soul Palace or the Soul Clan, the Gold-Eating Rat Clan will most likely not have a good ending. At best, they will be subjected to soul searching. To prevent them from being deceived, although this method can obtain the most accurate information, it is not without its drawbacks. That is to say, even if some survive, they will be in a daze and confused, essentially in a vegetative state. This is one of the aftereffects of soul searching. In severe cases, they will die directly. To be clean, they can directly cut off the path of their descendants.

In this way, only they themselves know the other party's true identity.

Including the other monks present.

Whether it's cultivators from powerful forces like Tang Huo'er, Mu Qingluan, and Gao Yu, or independent cultivators from different backgrounds and with different personalities, they will all be implicated.

He wouldn't mind ripping off these people.

But I have no interest in causing trouble for myself.

However, while Jin Shi's thinking was correct, he was also overthinking things.

The mask on Lin Chaoci's face was made of very good material.

It is something that can actually be worn as a faceplate.

Especially after being tempered by Lin Chaoci.

The materials used in the masks themselves have been continuously improved.

Even if a Battle King came, it would take him a lot of effort to break it.

It's just a simple sonic attack.

It's similar to scratching an itch.

Therefore, with the Gold-Eating Rat clan going easy on him, Lin Chaoci passed the level effortlessly. The whole process was just like a fixed match, except that no one dared to stand up and expose this fact. After all, if it were a fair competition, Lin Chaoci could have pulled out those two Dou Sheng puppets, or even without pulling out those two Dou Sheng puppets, he could have just released the human-demon puppets and earth-demon puppets in his hands and chased the Dou Huang and Dou Wang present to the heavens and the earth with all his means. That would be called fair competition.

To borrow a famous quote from the Dou Qi Continent.

All great power originates from itself.

All problems stem from within oneself.

Don't think that being born into the right family isn't a skill.

Being born into a good family is a testament to one's abilities.

Otherwise, why weren't the others born into better circumstances?
Family background is also a part of one's strength.

Since we want fair competition, we should naturally go all out.

Therefore, although the cultivators present did not know about the human-demon puppet and the earth-demon puppet in Lin Chaoci's possession, they knew that Lin Chaoci had two Dou Sheng puppets. They would not mind if Lin Chaoci tried to pass the trial like them, nor would they mind if Lin Chaoci put on an act. After all, Lin Chaoci could simply send out two Dou Sheng puppets to sweep the entire field without putting on an act. He didn't even need to share them with them, nor did he need to consider his reputation. Even if he acted domineeringly, countless people would defend him. As the saying goes, "Great scholars will defend me." From this perspective, Lin Chaoci, who at least put on an act, was indeed sincere and was giving face to the Gold-Eating Rat Clan and most of the people present.

As for why it's the vast majority of people...

Not everyone.

It's mainly because of Feng Qing'er.

Feng Qing'er is also a Supreme Dragon Phoenix.

We don't need Lin Chaoci to give us face.

Moreover, the matter of the Dou Sheng Ruins more than two years ago is not a secret.

How did Feng Qing'er transform into the Supreme Dragon Phoenix?

The cause and course of events are clear to all.

The two already knew each other.

It doesn't matter whether I give them face or not.

But only Feng Qing'er doesn't need it.

Lin Chaoci passed through the checkpoint.

Feng Qing'er followed closely behind.

They set an example.

After all, both she and Lin Chaoci were rather special.

Rather than competing with others.

This causes others to become internally competitive.

She might as well have gone up earlier.

This eliminates the need for such infighting.

Actually, Xiaodie really wanted to participate in this event.

But her cultivation level was insufficient.

If her cultivation level is at the Dou Ling level.

Lin Chaoci might still let her give it a try.

However, with her current cultivation level, even if she were to manage to pass through the sonic array formed by the Gold-Eating Rat clan, it would be difficult for her to withstand the energy surge from the blood pool. If she were to be careless, she would definitely be injured. If things really developed to that point, it would be better not to take the risk than to do something so futile and short-sighted, which would be a negative outcome from an overall perspective, since hidden injuries are inherently difficult to repair.

So, Xiaodie can give it a try.

But she eventually had to give up.

However, the specific choice is up to Xiaodie.

Lin Chaoci simply explained things to Xiaodie.

No matter what Xiaodie chooses.

He always respected Xiaodie's opinions.

After much deliberation, Xiaodie offered a compromise: to forgo this opportunity and wait until three, six, or even nine years later—in short, until she could withstand the energy of the Heavenly Mountain Blood Pool—before returning to compete with that batch of cultivators. The Heavenly Mountain Blood Pool's opening period was relatively short, occurring once every three years. For a Dou Huang, this meant witnessing it roughly a hundred times from birth to death. In that sense, it was comparable to a normal person celebrating New Year's Day once a year—precious, but not absolutely so. The key was that there was no need to wait. During those three years, she could take time to do other things; she only needed to arrive before the Heavenly Mountain Blood Pool opened. For Xiaodie, who appeared old but was only significantly older than Lin Chaoci, and was actually a promising young genius among her peers, there was no rush.

Lin Chaoci did not deny this.

He only promised to protect Xiaodie once, if the opportunity arose.

Nothing is absolute.

Although Lin Chaoci doesn't think he will return to the Blood Pool of Tianshan in the future, nor does he think the Blood Pool of Tianshan will be of any help to his future self, it's still nice to occasionally pass by and reminisce about the past.

Therefore, Xiaodie did not come.

Instead, they chose to stay obediently on the spaceship of the Heavenly Phoenix Clan.

Waiting for Lin Chaoci to return.

Following Feng Qing'er was Gao Yu, a disciple of the Ice Venerable.

Of course, this disciple's status is worthless.

The Ice Venerable is the master of the Ice River Valley.

Gao Yu is an outstanding disciple of the Ice River Valley.

All disciples of Ice Valley can be considered disciples of the Ice Venerable, at least nominally. The most representative are the direct disciples. Although there is only a two-word difference between direct disciples and disciples, if the former gets into trouble, the Ice Venerable will show up to demand an explanation. If the latter gets into trouble, the Ice Venerable may not even know. Moreover, even if he does know, the Ice Venerable will not take any major action. At most, he will assign an elder to handle the matter.

In the previous preliminary discussions.

Gao Yu also briefly introduced himself.

It didn't say much, and it wasn't detailed enough.

But it was enough for Lin Chaoci and the others to understand the situation.

For example, Gao Yu's most valuable identity at present is the chief disciple of the outer sect of Ice River Valley, which can also be called the senior disciple of the outer sect. As for the senior disciple of the inner sect, that position is held by the third disciple personally taught by the Ice Venerable. Therefore, if Gao Yu performs well in this incident, even if he cannot be accepted into the Ice Venerable's sect, his entry into the inner sect should be a foregone conclusion. As the saying goes, a soldier who does not want to be a general is not a good soldier, and Gao Yu's thoughts are quite normal.

As for his conflict with Tang Huo'er.

It has nothing to do with Lin Chaoci and others.

Just because Tang Huo'er is related to Lin Chaoci, she won't rashly regard Lin Chaoci and the others as enemies, or even form a hatred because of it.

in this world.

There is indeed a distinction between main characters and supporting characters.

But for myself.

You are always the protagonist of your own life.

Everyone else is always a supporting character to you.

It's that simple.

All I can say is that Gao Yu is a smart man.

Following Gao Yu was Mu Qingluan.

After Mu Qingluan came Tang Huo'er.

The remaining three spots were given to three independent cultivators.

Without exception, they were all men.

There are still differences in physical constitution.

This is also one of the reasons why there are not many female cultivators.

With the number of people already filled, Jinshi stopped talking nonsense.

He was accompanied by two gold-eating rats.

He walked up to Lin Chaoci and the others.

Lower your stance.

He said with unusual politeness, "Gentlemen, please follow me."

"Trouble you, senior."

Lin Chaoci cupped his hands in greeting.

Politeness is relative.

Since Jin Shi was so polite to him, he wouldn't ignore him because he was arrogant. In this respect, he was clearly different from Feng Qing'er.

Feng Qing'er arrogantly ignored Jin Shi.

same.

Tang Huo'er, like everyone else, subconsciously ignored Jin Shi.

A minor Dou Zong.

Compared to these two, they are indeed nothing.

However, in stark contrast to the two of them was Mu Qingluan. Although Mu Qingluan did not speak, she greeted them with a cheerful fist salute. Her charming and innocent temperament and appearance were indeed easy to win favor with.

At least the two gold-devouring rats looked at Mu Qingluan with noticeably friendlier eyes, while their gazes toward Feng Qing'er and the others became calmer.

There's no hatred involved.

But it's obvious they don't have any real relationship.

Just like a passerby.

It's none of your business, just hang it up high.

Jin Shi, however, remained all smiles, showing no sign of anything amiss. Upon reaching the fork in the road, he gathered some small gold-devouring rats to lead the way, while he led Lin Chaoci to the blood pool, where the effects were relatively the best. He then stated matter-of-factly, "Anything in excess is as bad as too little. While the blood pool is beneficial, it carries the risk of burning one's body. One must be cautious when absorbing it. This is just my old man being nosy."

"You're being too kind, senior."

"In any case, I am a newcomer here."

"He's a complete hothead."

"The seniors tirelessly reminded the juniors."

"The junior will certainly not overlook the senior's kindness."

Lin Chaoci nodded, his tone completely sincere.

He had no opinion on metal and stone.

Perhaps the existence of Jinshi did indeed threaten the interests of the Four Directions Pavilion. After all, it's obvious that no one wants to share their interests. If they could monopolize the treasure land of Tianshan Blood Pool, neither the Wind and Thunder Pavilion, the Starfall Pavilion, nor even the Yellow Springs Pavilion and the Myriad Swords Pavilion would give it up. The fact that Jinshi is standing here means that the Four Directions Pavilion must have suffered a loss and failed to take over Tianshan Blood Pool, or they must have known that even if they killed Jinshi, they wouldn't get Tianshan Blood Pool. This is because the Gold-Eating Rat Clan are the local inhabitants, and no one knows better than them how to destroy Tianshan Blood Pool. Therefore, they were able to threaten the Four Directions Pavilion and even forcefully take two fixed spots before opening it to the public.

The inside story is definitely not as simple as it sounds.

Large-scale battles must have occurred.

But what does all this have to do with him?

Therefore, even though he was a human, Lin Chaoci treated Jinshi with a very normal attitude, neither praising him nor belittling him.

Jin Shi remained silent.

It wasn't that he was too lazy to talk to Lin Chaoci.

It's just that it's not convenient to ramble on right now.

The energy fluctuations in the Blood Pool are time-limited.

The kind that won't wait until it's too late.

"Please help yourself."

After giving his instructions, Jinshi nodded politely.

Then, he took a step forward.