I Don't Want to Get Hurt, So I'll Max Out My Defense-Chapter 997 - 998, 1st of January, Unrivaled in the World!

Chapter 997: Chapter 998, 1st of January, Unrivaled in the World!

The first day of the first lunar month.

The next morning.

The news that Li Xiaobai had defeated the cultivators of the Central Origin Realm and successfully reclaimed the Immortal Spirit Continent spread far and wide, as the Immortal Spirit Daily scattered about like raindrops, declaring the final victor of this battle.

It must be said that Elder Tianji did an excellent job with the publicity, managing to get all major front-page headlines printed in just one day.

“The First Day of the First Lunar Month, the Immortal Spirit Continent is Reborn!”

“The First Day of the First Lunar Month, Unrivaled Under Heaven!”

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The citizens of the Immortal Spirit Continent rushed to spread the news, and cultivators from all forces flew on their swords, heading straight to the Eastern Sea; they were on a pilgrimage to see this youth who could split mountains and rivers with his sword.

“Convey my royal decree, honor Young Master Li as the ‘Protector God of the Nation!'”

“From this moment, Our dynasty will not worship Immortal Gods, only Young Master Li alone!”

That day, throughout the continent, within the realm of mortals, countless royal dynasties toppled the temples of myriad gods and Buddhas inside their ancestral halls, built golden statues for Li Xiaobai, lit incense, and marked this day in the annals of history.

Historians wielded their brushes, recording, “Since the creation of chaos, incense has continuously burned for myriad years unceasingly. When the continent faced perilous times of life and death, not a single god or Buddha lifted a hand. Only Young Master Li, with his sword, saved all living beings from dire straits, splitting mountains and rivers! That day, on the continent, sword lights ascended everywhere, a million beings flew on swords, heading east, all to pay homage. The first day of the first lunar month, Young Master Li was unmatched!”

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Dragon Palace of the Eastern Sea.

Inside the grand hall of the Imperial City, Li Xiaobai sat regally on the throne, surrounded by a throng of people. Apart from the Old Dragon King and civil and military ministers, many masters from various major powers were there just to catch a glimpse of this legendary youth.

In the depths of the sea, countless streaks of light descended, and a mile away from the Dragon Palace, cultivators restrained their cultivation techniques and walked on foot to show respect.

“Fire Qilin Cave’s Ancestor Huorong has seen Young Master Li!”

“Disciples of the Three Sects have seen Young Master Li!”

“Cai Kunxu, the fourth city lord of the frontier battlefield, representing the sons of the frontier, has seen Young Master Li!”

“Amitabha, this old monk, Xuan Bei from the Thousand Buddha Kingdom, has seen Young Master Li!”

“The city lord of Tianfeng City has seen Young Master Li!”

“Ou Yezi of the Demon Sect, has seen Young Master Li!”

“…”

Thousands collectively announced their origins; their voices rang out, reverberating across the heavens.

Fu Tiantian and the baby tots rode on Ergouzi, wide-eyed, watching everything unfold. A hundred or more baby tots were sitting beside, smacking away at candy with Huazi’s brand, engulfed in billows of smoke; they were brought by the disciples of the Three Sects, and the Old Ancestor of Fire Qilin Cave personally offered Ergouzi, hoping to gain Li Xiaobai’s favor.

Seeing these once-familiar faces, Li Xiaobai felt a surge of emotions. Many of them had once pursued him, providing him with a great deal of attribute points. He raised his hand and said, “Esteemed seniors, you are too kind!”

“Thanks to Young Master Li’s righteous action with the sword, defeating the cultivators from the Central Origin Realm and bringing us peace.”

“From now on, all the major powers and families of our continent will look to Young Master Li as our leader!”

The cultivators said.

“The Immortal Spirit Continent has faced this calamity, which for us is a struggle but also an opportunity. From now on, I will establish a channel between the two realms and spread the Immortal’s three realms of cultivation techniques to the Immortal Spirit Continent, I hope everyone can encourage each other,” Li Xiaobai slowly said.

“Young Master Li’s nobility!” everyone exclaimed.

“This time, the cultivators from Fire Qilin Cave submitted to the ruling of the Blood Demon Sect from the Central Origin Realm for self-preservation, leading to terrible atrocities. This old man is deeply pained and grieved. Today, I specifically offer a Thousand-Year Fire Lingzhi, hoping to earn Young Master Li’s forgiveness!”

Ancestor Huorong spoke with a solemn expression.

“Woof! Wasn’t Old Bangzi quite tough before? How come he has shriveled up now?”

“I, this Buddha’s son, am right here, so hurry up and have another battle with your Buddha lord, and see how he smashes you to death!”

Ergouzi blustered, having been captured just two days after entering the Fire Qilin Cave, which was quite embarrassing for him.

“Saint Heir, it was the Blood Demon Sect’s cultivators who did this. This old man was willing but powerless, and in order to preserve the lives of my clan, I had no choice but to take this measure. However, please rest assured, Saint Heir, any disciples who acted improperly have already been eliminated by me, and from now on, the Fire Qilin Cave will no longer harbor any filth!”

Ancestor Huorong spoke with a bitter expression.

“Now that the Saint Heir has returned, this old man is willing to abdicate and let the virtuous lead. The Fire Qilin Cave will be managed by the Saint Heir!”

Ancestor Huorong spoke earnestly, voluntarily abdicating to allow Ergouzi to take charge, thus mitigating targeted actions due to Li Xiaobai’s involvement.

“The Fire Qilin Cave was merely trying to protect itself, but there was overstep and thus a penalty must be imposed. From now on, the Fire Qilin Cave must pay one million premium Spirit Stones each month to benefit the people of Central Province.”

Li Xiaobai spoke, fully aware of the other party’s intentions, but with Ergouzi as a deterrent, the Fire Qilin Cave would find it difficult to engage in further deceitful actions.

Ancestor Huorong clasped his hands together and said, “Agreed!”

“Our Tianfeng City suffered less disaster, unlike the petty aura of the Fire Qilin Cave, and is willing to donate ten million premium Spirit Stones to contribute what we can.”

“Although we borderland warriors don’t have much savings, we are not as stingy as the Fire Qilin Cave, and will also donate ten million premium Spirit Stones to build a secure foundation for the people of the world!”

Representatives of the major powers clearly expressed their sincerity, and coming to see Li Xiaobai, they naturally wouldn’t come empty-handed. The Immortal Spirit Continent was in need of resources for reconstruction, and contributing resources to relieve disaster was the best way to show allegiance.

“When has my Fire Qilin Cave ever been stingy? That Thousand-Year Fire Lingzhi I just offered was to express my gratitude to Young Master Li. Now that Central Province is in trouble, I naturally cannot just stand by. My Qilin Cave will devote thirty million premium Spirit Stones to fully support Central Province, and my Sect Disciples will assist with all their might to restore Central Province to its former glory!”

Ancestor Huorong was left speechless, as during the enslavement of the Immortal Spirit Continent by the Central Origin Realm, the Fire Qilin Cave, as an old and top-tier power, failed to stand up, which left many resentful. Knowing his fault, he could only compensate by shouting louder.

“Amitabha, it is fortunate for our Immortal Spirit Continent that you donors wish to rebuild. But suffering is not only in Central Province; our Western Desert also suffered great calamities, temples destroyed, and people displaced. This old monk, with thick skin, hopes to beg for alms.”

Master Xuan Bei pressed his palms together and chanted Buddha’s name, his face showing neither joy nor sorrow.

The people nodded and asked, “How does the master wish to help?”

Master Xuan Bei’s eyes showed kindness as he replied, “Amitabha, I, old monk Xuan Bei, wish to fundraise for temples!”

Ancestor Huorong responded, “The losses of the Western Desert will be covered by the Fire Qilin Cave!”

Master Xuan Bei replied, “Donor is compassionate!”

Li Xiaobai spoke, “Given that all major powers urgently need repairs, the younger generation will not detain you any longer. Later, the Eastern Continent’s Sword Sect in the Central Origin Realm will open a channel to the Immortal Spirit Continent, select talents, and diligently cultivate. I hope all seniors take good care of themselves.”

“Remember one thing, seniors, even those of humble origins can attain the path to enlightenment; the great path is simple, easy to know but hard to follow!”

“Thank you, Young Master Li!”

“Good!”

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“Very good!”

The people bid farewell and left one after another. Old Dragon King looked at Li Xiaobai and asked, “Prince Consort, I wonder how my granddaughter is doing now?”

“Xue’er is currently cultivating on Ice Dragon Island, and has become a significant force herself, which is greatly beneficial for the development of the Dragon Race’s bloodline. Once these matters here are settled, I will head to the Central Origin Realm to find her.”

Li Xiaobai spoke with a light smile.

“That is very good. I never expected my granddaughter to have such an opportunity. The Eastern Sea has successors, and prosperity is hopeful!”

“When will the Prince Consort depart?”

Li Xiaobai, “Now!”