I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World-Chapter 435: By Any Means Necessary

Han Zheng hadn't visited many temples.

To be precise, he had only visited the Great Compassion Temple in Southern Mountain.

In terms of foundational strength, the Great Compassion Temple was indeed stronger than Luofu Temple.

Although Luofu Temple also had a Great Grandmaster of the Yang God Realm, it was due to generations of the temple's leaders cultivating relationships with the dignitaries in the Capital City, developing incense offerings, and accumulating resources, that only the previous generation saw the emergence of a Great Grandmaster of the Yang God Realm.

In the entire history of Luofu Temple, aside from the founding ancestor, only the current abbot Zen Master Hui Hai and the previous abbot reached the Yang God Realm, while the others were merely at the True Pill Realm.

Furthermore, the Great Compassion Temple had a Divine Weapon in its possession, and its Cultivation Techniques were superior to those of Luofu Temple.

It was unusual for the Great Compassion Temple to have only one Great Grandmaster of the Yang God Realm now, considering that during its peak, it had experts of the Dharma Manifestation Realm.

However, in terms of grandeur, this Luofu Temple was built more lavishly than the Great Compassion Temple.

The rooftops of its grand halls were covered with the finest glazed tiles, and each Buddha statue within the halls was gold-cast, even the Arhat statues were golden.

The monks attending guests in the temple might be ordinary in Martial Arts, but each one was plump, not at all resembling those who lived on a vegetarian diet.

Han Zheng was led by a Disciple guarding the gate into a Council Hall, where an elderly monk with a kind demeanor, appearing virtuous and highly esteemed, came out to greet Han Zheng and the others with his hands joined in prayer.

"Amitabha, this humble monk greets the esteemed Lords of the Demon Cleansing Bureau. What brings your excellencies to our Luofu Temple?"

Zen Master Hui Hai's attitude was very courteous.

Though he was a Great Grandmaster of the Yang God Realm, in this Capital City teeming with powerful figures, he had to remain humble. The Yang God Realm alone did not grant one the qualification to dominate the Capital City.

Han Zheng chuckled and said, "Let's not beat around the bush, I won't play word games with you, Zen Master Hui Hai.

I've come today to offer your Luofu Temple an opportunity for immense fortune and prosperity."

Zen Master Hui Hai slightly frowned.

Who in the Martial World didn't know of the Demon Cleansing Bureau's reputation?

The idea that the Demon Cleansing Bureau would come to deliver wealth was laughable, sending someone to the Black Prison seemed more likely!

"Amitabha, our Luofu Temple has never been involved in any Martial World disputes. We simply wish to peacefully offer incense to Buddha here on Fuyun Mountain.

We have no desire for this fortune and prosperity. Lord Han should bestow it upon someone else."

Preferring less trouble over more, Zen Master Hui Hai was exceedingly cautious, not even wanting to give Han Zheng the opportunity to speak further.

But Han Zheng continued to speak on his own, "Zen Master Hui Hai, don't refuse so hastily. If the fortune encompasses the entire Fuyun Mountain, wouldn't you be interested?

The incense offerings at White Cloud Temple have always outshone your Luofu Temple, and their strength has been a notch above yours.

Two tigers cannot coexist on one mountain, nor can two sects, let alone Buddhist and Taoist sects.

As White Cloud Temple continues to grow stronger, where will there be room for your Luofu Temple?

By then, even the Buddha you worship may have to be replaced by the Taoist lord.

Yet, White Cloud Temple has brought misfortune upon themselves by getting involved in a major case. I am heading to White Cloud Temple to investigate this matter, and I hope Luofu Temple will cooperate.

If Zen Master Hui Hai helps me deal with White Cloud Temple, wouldn't Fuyun Mountain be dominated solely by your Luofu Temple?"

Zen Master Hui Hai, without a moment's hesitation, responded, "Apologies, Lord Han, this humble monk is detached from worldly matters, and doesn't even wish to meddle in Martial World disputes, let alone the Court's matters."

Upon hearing that it involved a Court case, Zen Master Hui Hai realized the gravity of the situation and was even more reluctant to get involved.

If things went awry, Luofu Temple would be in deep trouble.

Indeed, avoiding trouble is often preferable, and some opportunities for wealth are better left untouched.

Moreover, the Demon Cleansing Bureau had already targeted White Cloud Temple, which meant it was bound for misfortune.

Being targeted by the Demon Cleansing Bureau, it could lead to either significant damage or even the extermination of a family!

By that time, wouldn't Fuyun Mountain be controlled by a sole authority?

Whether they take action or not, White Cloud Temple is doomed, so why should he rush to help the Demon Cleansing Bureau?

Despite Zen Master Hui Hai's outward appearance of being kind and virtuous, like a high monk, his thoughts and calculations were quite shrewd.

At this moment, Xiang Yuangong and the other two silently shook their heads.

Though Lord Han's power was formidable, he was still somewhat young and executed his actions with a certain naivety.

Zen Master Hui Hai, after all, was a Great Grandmaster of the Yang God Realm, managing such a large temple and couldn't be a simple figure.

To think that Han Zheng could use mere words to tempt Zen Master Hui Hai into action was unrealistic.

However, Han Zheng wasn't angered upon hearing Zen Master Hui Hai's words, instead he looked at Zen Master Hui Hai with a half-smile, "Zen Master Hui Hai, you don't seem to be recognizing a gesture of goodwill."

Zen Master Hui Hai's previously kind face suddenly darkened, the smile vanished, and a powerful oppressive force, akin to Vajra's Angry Eyes, engulfed the atmosphere.

"Lord Han, I respect you as the Chief of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, but do not push your luck!"

Han Zheng gently shook his head and said, "If White Cloud Temple has committed an offense, technically, I shouldn't involve Luofu Temple.

But if we investigate White Cloud Temple, the benefits ultimately will be reaped by your Luofu Temple.

Unfortunately for me, I'm just that petty, I can't stand to see others reap rewards they haven't worked for.

To be honest, Zen Master Hui Hai, whether your Luofu Temple wants to help or not, you'll have to help!

If you think you can sit back and reap rewards without effort, it's not going to happen.

If your Luofu Temple does not assist, I will list your Luofu Temple as a subject of investigation as well and directly dispatch the Jing'an Guard to attack your Luofu Temple!

Right now, the Thirteen Guards are gathered at the foot of Fuyun Mountain."

"Lord Han, this is suicidal! Even if you are the Chief of the Thirteen Guards of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, you can't act so recklessly! This approach is detrimental to both sides!"

Han Zheng sneered and said, "Zen Master Hui Hai, you're right, this is indeed detrimental to both parties!

Zen Master Hui Hai should have heard of the Arsenal theft case. No one in the Demon Cleansing Bureau dared to take it, so the Grand Commander tossed it onto my lap, demanding I solve it within a timeframe.

Failing to solve this case means I will face punishment, not only losing my position as the Chief of the Thirteen Guards, but also being exiled to some godforsaken place.

I'm taking such risks, yet your Luofu Temple can sit back and enjoy the benefits, why?

Without your Luofu Temple's help, my chance to solve this case diminishes, and my fate will not be good.

Since that's the case, why shouldn't I drag your Luofu Temple down with me?"

Zen Master Hui Hai could no longer maintain his composure, pointing at Han Zheng, he cursed, "Utterly shameless! You're utterly shameless!"

Earlier, Han Zheng claimed he wasn't here to cause Luofu Temple trouble, but now this was beyond causing trouble, it was outright extortion! Extorting from Luofu Temple!

Zen Master Hui Hai had dealt with people from the Demon Cleansing Bureau many times.

Some were vicious, some were brutal, and others were upright and forthright.

But none were as shameless as Han Zheng, using such underhanded means!

Han Zheng calmly said, "Thank you for the compliment, Zen Master Hui Hai. Now you can make your choice, to help or not to help."

Zen Master Hui Hai gritted his teeth in hatred, but he was helpless.

Han Zheng was clearly being shameless, and Zen Master Hui Hai dared not gamble on whether Han Zheng would follow through.

If Luofu Temple got entangled in this case, even if they emerged clean, they would still suffer enormous losses.

"Help!"

Zen Master Hui Hai spat out a single word through clenched teeth.

Han Zheng stood up, laughing, "Zen Master Hui Hai truly knows how to adapt to the circumstances.

But rest assured, I have absolute confidence that White Cloud Temple is involved in the Arsenal theft case. This time, White Cloud Temple will either be destroyed or severely harmed, leaving Fuyun Mountain as entirely your Luofu Temple's domain in the future.

I, Han Zheng, speak with integrity, and today I indeed come to deliver fortune to your Luofu Temple."

"Then I really must thank Lord Han! But this kind of fortune, no need for it in the future!"

Zen Master Hui Hai's face was foul, unable to maintain any high monk image.

Han Zheng paid no mind, only smiling, "Then please, Zen Master Hui Hai, gather the experts of Luofu Temple and prepare to head to White Cloud Temple. I will immediately have the Jing'an Guards seal off White Cloud Temple."