Chapter 1332: Chapter 1333: Statue

The following morning at daybreak.

The cultivators had mostly dispersed, with two dragons being more than enough to feed all the Sect Disciples. Each one received at least a slice, contributing to substantial progress in their cultivation levels. In just one night, more than half of the Disciples broke through.

Those who did not break through were still assimilating the spiritual energy in their bodies, and once the assimilation was nearly complete, they were expected to have their breakthroughs as well.

In a side compound, ninety-nine children cuddled the leftover dragon bones from last night, blissfully falling into a deep sleep. These children showcased their exceptional abilities once again, something Li Xiaobai clearly understood as the so-called new laws of the Buddhist Sect.

However, these children were not yet of age, nor fully in control of their own power. As they grew older and their connection with the natural world intensified, their progress would be undeniable–a remarkable feat indeed by the Buddhist Sect.

It’s just a pity that now, with the Power of Faith having waned, cultivating children like these might not be possible anymore.

“Master!”

“Please, have some tea!”

Outside, Fu Tiantian held a bowl of tea and knocked on the door.

“Just leave it outside; I will fetch it in a moment,” Li Xiaobai replied loudly.

“Yes!”

Fu Tiantian obediently answered, placing the bowl of tea on the ground before turning to leave.

Li Xiaobai, listening to the noises outside, relaxed only after confirming that she had indeed walked away, tightening the blanket and saying, “My lady, my good Disciple has gone off into the distance; you can come out now.”

The bedding bulged as Long Xue emerged blushing, her eyes shyly conveying a tender reproach, “Husband, am I really such an eyesore?”

“Hehe, my dear wife, we who work in secret mustn’t be seen, not even by a good Disciple!”

Li Xiaobai’s wandering hands were accompanied by a mischievous chuckle.

Last night’s reunion was sweeter than a newlywed’s; the stormy passions had left him feeling exceptionally relaxed and content.

“Husband, the outside world is abuzz with rumors that the Blood Demon Sect is about to rise again, and all eyes are on you. Are you confident?” Long Xue brushed off Li Xiaobai’s hand, asking seriously.

“Of course, your husband is an invincible being. The mere Blood Demon Sect can be turned to dust in a snap. However, there are still things unclear at the moment that prevent rash actions. Great secrets lie within the Central Origin Realm, possibly connected to the Immortal Gods Realm, and they need to be uncovered before making plans,” Li Xiaobai answered. In recent days, he had attempted to contact the two hundred and fifty clones hidden in the Western Continent, but not one responded. Clearly, all the clones, sensing something, buried themselves deep underground, unwilling to reveal even a hint. He was intrigued; why be so secretive about discussing confidential matters? Wouldn’t using the System prevent others from eavesdropping?

“Prepare a chamber for me, I need to enter seclusion for several days.”

Li Xiaobai got dressed and walked towards the door; he had an idea in mind that needed to be tested to confirm his suspicions.

…

Atop the Second Peak of the Sword Sect, stood a stone statue–his statue, crafted and refined by Chen Yuan and the Sect Disciples. Countless secret strands of white lightning were converging on it from every direction, the manifestation of the Power of Faith.

After the battle in the Western Continent, the name Li Xiaobai had spread from the Sword Sect to all corners of the Central Origin Realm.

Nowadays, it’s not just the cultivators from the Sword Sect who are filled with reverence for him. More and more ordinary cultivators in the Central Origin Realm, and even commoners, have come to know his name. Quite a few offer their respects in private, as after all, there are only a few who know the true nature of the events, believing that Li Xiaobai singlehandedly upheld the Buddhist Sect and combated the heretic demons, pulling things back from the brink with his own power.

“My reputation has indeed increased significantly, but I’ve failed to meet the condition of erecting a statue. It seems that I haven’t accumulated enough Power of Faith.”

Li Xiaobai caressed his own exclusive statue, murmuring to himself. It was at this moment that a rich white light separated from his body and surged into the statue until it disappeared.

This is the faith call transfer skill, which can infuse the Power of Faith accumulated in the Emerald Glaze Body into the statue.

“Turns out it’s such a passive process.”

Li Xiaobai suddenly understood. Merely touching it was enough to transfer the Power of Faith. The Emerald Glaze Body is meant to accumulate and store the Power of Faith within oneself, which is of no real use inside his body. Only by infusing it into the statue as soon as possible to complete the statue mission would it be greatly beneficial.

Standing on the mountaintop overlooking the sect, he had many reflections in his heart. Once upon a time, he was just a small cultivator who had just entered the Central Origin Realm, dodging here and there with a group of companions in the realm, seeking more resources for cultivation. Yet in the blink of an eye, he now stood at the pinnacle. Even though his cultivation level was still lacking, he no longer relied on it to face his enemies–he relied on his financial capability.

“It’s too lonely at the top, truly lonely being undefeated!”

“There’s something I’ve been wanting to say for a long time: looking at the entire Central Origin Realm, there is no one who can fight me!”

Li Xiaobai took a deep breath and returned to his own secluded cottage. Fu Tiantian was taking care of ninety-nine children, while the old turtle still looked as lazy as ever.

Long Xue had already tidied up the house into a subterranean chamber, completely quiet and sealed, free from any disturbance.

“Tell Chen Yuan to have someone keep an eye on the Super Sect in the Southern Continent and stay updated with the news from the Blood Demon Sect.”

Li Xiaobai gave an order.

“Understood.”

Long Xue nodded.

Li Xiaobai, from who knows where, had brought in a piece of wood. Under Long Xue’s puzzled gaze, he dragged it into the chamber before closing the door and isolating himself from the outside world.

“My husband has been acting strangely recently, talking erratically. What does he want with a piece of wood–could it be he intends to carve?”

Long Xue was somewhat puzzled, but still took off as instructed to find Chen Yuan and assign the task.

In the underground chamber.

Li Xiaobai took out a sharp blade, striking several flashes of Sword Qi to split the wood into pieces, then casually took one and began to carve with the blade.

He wanted to test whether the skill of erecting a statue was only effective on his own statues, and if it would work if it was someone else’s.

After pondering, he waved his Longsword. Sword Qi crisscrossed all over the underground chamber and lavishly turned a piece of wood into the image of a Husky. This was his creation of Ergouzi. Although its appearance wasn’t very accurate and there were discrepancies, the sly aura and essence were flawlessly captured.

Holding the carven likeness of the little dog in his hands for a moment, that familiar white light appeared once more, detaching from his body and slowly sinking into the wooden dog, disappearing without a trace.

“It’s effective indeed!”

“The Emerald Glaze Body combined with the faith call transfer is effective on any statue!”

“So, if I can accumulate enough Power of Faith, doesn’t that mean I can whimsically erect statues for everyone?”