I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World-Chapter 436: I Am Here to Destroy the Clan

As Han Zheng led the three down the mountain, Xiang Yuangong and the others couldn't quite wrap their heads around it.

Could it really be this easy?

Zen Master Huihai actually compromised and agreed to assist in dealing with White Cloud Temple?

Having spent many years at the Demon Cleansing Bureau, Xiang Yuangong accumulated a wealth of task experience, but he'd never witnessed such an unconventional approach from Han Zheng.

Bao Chong couldn't help but voice his query: "Master Han, how could you be certain that the old monk Huihai would choose to agree? What if he refuses?"

Walking steadily, Han Zheng replied, "Old Monk Huihai won't refuse, just like I told him from the beginning. I can offer him opportunities and fortune. Why would he refuse?

The old monk's motive is merely to work without effort, reaping the benefits of fishermen.

But when I threatened him, weighing the pros and cons, he would inevitably choose to take action.

If he doesn't act, I'll drag him down into the quagmire.

If he takes action, White Cloud Temple will suffer a severe blow, allowing Luofu Temple to monopolize Fuyun Mountain Dojo, reigning supreme.

This simple choice is something any competent sect governor would calculate."

Of course, this tactic only works on Luofu Temple, given the immense benefits of removing White Cloud Temple for Luofu Temple.

Trying this with unrelated forces, they won't indulge you.

At the foot of Fuyun Mountain, the Jing'an Guard had already gathered completely.

Earlier, at the Demon Cleansing Bureau headquarters, Han Zheng noticed their members were elites, each Profound Armor Guard exuding considerable presence.

Now assembled outside, their presence fully unleashed, like blades drawn from sheaths, remarkably intimidating.

Han Zheng waved his hand and directly commanded, "Ascend the mountain, strike at White Cloud Temple!"

With these elite Jing'an Guards, there was no need for embellishment and motivational speeches.

They themselves are the sharpest of the sharp, and completing a task earns them merit rewards surpassing other Profound Armor Guards.

During their visit to Luofu Temple, numerous pilgrims were already present.

And as they headed towards White Cloud Temple, the ascending pilgrims noticeably increased.

Yet upon seeing the Demon Cleansing Bureau's Profound Armor Guards ascending in droves, the pilgrims' faces changed and hurriedly altered their course, heading back down the mountain.

Most were dignitaries and officials from the capital, understanding the significance of such a mass mobilization by the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

Those knowledgeable about the Bureau's internal structure were utterly stunned.

The Demon Cleansing Bureau mobilized the Thirteen Guards—just what grave trouble did White Cloud Temple stir up?

Meanwhile, in a secret chamber beneath White Cloud Temple, a dozen Taoists gathered, all looking quite serious.

Some were young, others elderly, but without exception, they were core members of White Cloud Temple.

The three Taoists who guarded Xu Tianxing returned to White Cloud Temple and recounted everything, immediately making Temple Master Qing Jingzi realize the gravity of the situation.

Being somewhat ethereal and elegant, Qing Jingzi was an excellent-looking middle-aged Taoist, regarded by many capital city businessmen as an Immortal Master.

But now, this Immortal Master had furrowed brows and a worried expression.

An old Taoist in the True Pill Realm said, "Temple Master, before we left, the young marquis assured us that he'd destroy any evidence, guaranteeing no implications for White Cloud Temple."

An elderly Taoist with somewhat gray hair sneered, "Destroying evidence simply by saying so? Should anything happen to Duke Dingyuan's Mansion, White Cloud Temple would surely suffer!

I said earlier that cooperating with those capital elites is akin to seeking skin from a tiger. Now see, their scandal has come to light. If they implicate White Cloud Temple, we'll be doomed!"

Qing Jingzi glowered, "Are you blaming me, brother? Don't forget, what brought White Cloud Temple to its current strength? It's from seeking skin from the elites you speak of!

Master left early; without them, I couldn't have reached the Yang God Realm. White Cloud Temple would've been devoured by the Luofu Temple monks!

Also, brother, do you really think your talent alone could touch the threshold of the Yang God Realm in this lifetime? You reached Half-step Yang God Realm only because I sought Dao Essence Spirit Pill for you to ascend further!

Why seek skin from a tiger? Isn't it for White Cloud Temple? For this Fuyun Mountain Dojo!"

The old Taoist showed some embarrassment: "I didn't mean that, junior brother. I know you have no personal agenda; otherwise, you could've consumed the Dao Essence Spirit Pill yourself to advance further. I am merely concerned White Cloud Temple may be turned into a scapegoat.

The official responsible for smuggling weapons was already discarded by them as a scapegoat. I fear White Cloud Temple could meet the same fate."

Qing Jingzi said coldly, "That Director of Weapon Department Tan Fang was merely a pawn from the outset, hence easily discarded.

But White Cloud Temple is no pawn, not discarded at will!

If they wish to use White Cloud Temple as a pawn, they better prepare for mutually destructive consequences!

Don't panic, the situation isn't critical yet.

The Demon Cleansing Bureau has already begun targeting Duke Dingyuan's Mansion, so now all their attention is certainly on Duke Dingyuan's Mansion, waiting to exploit Xu Tianxing's flaws.

This period is our opportunity, first cleanly handle matters under White Cloud Temple, extricating ourselves completely."

Suddenly, urgent knocking came from outside the underground chamber.

With a wave of Qing Jingzi's sleeve, the door opened, and an anxious disciple rushed in, "Temple Master, it's not good! Demon Cleansing Bureau personnel have surrounded White Cloud Temple!"

Everyone's expression shifted abruptly.

"How is that possible!? How could Demon Cleansing Bureau personnel come to White Cloud Temple first?"

Qing Jingzi's face became extremely displeased.

Could Duke Dingyuan's Mansion have truly pawned them, leading to their exposure?

No, this doesn't make sense!

Such a matter involves decapitation; if Duke Dingyuan's Mansion betrayed White Cloud Temple, they couldn't distance themselves either!

Taking a deep breath, Qing Jingzi said solemnly, "Let's go out and see!"

Outside White Cloud Temple, Jing'an Guard had completely surrounded the entire temple and politely escorted out the pilgrims still offering incense.

Those who came to White Cloud Temple were invested dignitaries, so Han Zheng instructed them to be courteous.

Of course, the people understood the importance of the Demon Cleansing Bureau and sensibly left.

Yet some remained unwise, but Bao Chong strolled over, slapped them hard on each cheek, and they soon recognized the situation.

Han Zheng stood with hands behind his back, surveying White Cloud Temple.

Earlier, Han Zheng had carefully inquired with Xiang Yuangong about the rise of Luofu Temple and White Cloud Temple.

This Fuyun Mountain is a feng shui treasure, an ideal dojo location.

The founders of both sects targeted this place, yet fought to a stalemate, eventually splitting it to form White Cloud Temple and Luofu Temple.

Initially, Luofu Temple had the upper hand, but once Qing Jingzi rose, White Cloud Temple gained prominence.

Since overseeing White Cloud Temple, its master aggressively reformed, befriended elites, and preached in the capital, elevating White Cloud Temple's reputation beyond Luofu Temple in just over ten years.

Before them, White Cloud Temple's construction was elegantly refined, devoid of any mortal traces, resembling celestial paradise, a Taoist sacred site.

On the other hand, Luofu Temple displayed various golden body Buddhas and Arhats, extravagant but exuding vulgarity.

Though Zen Master Huihai's scheming was expansive, his strategies were minute, lacking Qing Jingzi's boldness.

However, White Cloud Temple's master was overly bold, too advanced for his own good.

Involving himself in matters capable of condemning entire clans surely brought enormous gains, yet equally courted catastrophe.

At this moment, more than five hundred Taoists emerged from White Cloud Temple, Qing Jingzi wielding a Daoist Sword in his left hand and a horsetail whisk in his right, wearing a light-moon Taiji Taoist robe, his expression solemn yet commanding.

"Master Han, what is the meaning of encircling White Cloud Temple? What law have we broken?"

Han Zheng grinned broadly, revealing rows of sparkling white teeth, devoid of any killing intent, yet his words were chilling.

"Isn't it clear, Daoist Qing Jingzi? I'm here to extinguish the temple."