NOVEL NEXT Chapter 3:
Chapter 3: Explanation:
The only person Murong Xue would treat this way was Lin Fan. Many cultivators envied Lin Fan deeply, wishing they were the ones lying on the ground instead.
Lin Fan struggled to stand, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, lowered his head, and said, “I’m fine!”
However, the way he looked had no persuasive power at all. Murong Xue knew he had a strong sense of pride and did not question further, instead quietly remembering this debt with Lu Tian in her heart.
Although the female lead appeared cold toward the male protagonist, when something truly happened, she cared deeply for him and even stepped in to help.
“Lin Fan, because your formation affected others, nearly dragging the disciples into the array and causing irreparable consequences, do you know your mistake?” While concerned about the disciples’ safety, one of the elders loudly scolded him.
As the male protagonist, how could Lin Fan accept such unfair treatment? He immediately refuted loudly, “All the disciples are here. It was clearly Lu Tian who caused this. There were no real injuries, yet you blame me instead of holding the true culprit accountable. You are unworthy of being an elder!”
Lin Fan stood firm and proud as ever, no matter the situation. The elder was choked by Lin Fan’s righteous words. “If it weren’t for you using the formation, how would this have happened? Look around! How many resources will the sect have to spend to restore the environment?”
Although the disciples were unharmed, the surroundings had been utterly destroyed by the array’s power. The elder was distressed over the wasted resources.
Amidst the crowd, Murong Xue stood out like a beautiful painting. Her stunning face was tinged with anger as she looked at Lu Tian, who was still standing on the platform.
“Lu Tian, you have gone too far. This incident was your doing. You should be the one bearing the sect’s losses!”
Lu Tian was baffled. Why was this dragging him into it again? The female lead still thought he was the original body’s bootlicker who had to obey whatever she said. He really couldn’t understand where her confidence came from.
“Losses? Responsibility?” Lu Tian’s lips curled into a smirk. He turned to Jian Wuxin. “Uncle Jian, am I responsible for these losses?”
“I remember when I entered the sect, I donated a lot of cultivation resources. These losses aren’t even one-tenth of what I contributed.”
“During the duel, he, Lin Fan, violated the rules by using a five-star array. If it weren’t for my superior strength, I would’ve already been killed by his array. Uncle Jian, you haven’t forgotten your promise, right?”
“Today, I almost lost my life. Shouldn’t you give me an explanation?”
After Elder Fengming brought the original body to the Sword Sect, he contributed many extremely valuable resources to the sect. Not to mention, he gave even more to the female lead. Now she dared to talk to him about some nonsense losses?
Jian Wuxin had promised Elder Fengming that he would never allow Lu Tian to be harmed. The Sword Sect’s duel rules strictly forbade the use of external forces, and participants were required to rely solely on their own strength.
Lin Fan’s actions had already violated these rules.
Standing among the crowd, Jian Wuxin’s old face turned red with embarrassment upon hearing these words. His cultivation was high enough that ordinary people couldn’t see through him. If Lu Tian hadn’t revealed a trace of his aura, he might have truly been fooled. No matter how strong Lin Fan’s formation was, even if there were a hundred of them, they couldn’t shake someone at the Sovereign Realm.
With the matter exposed, Jian Wuxin had to see it through to the end.
In front of everyone, he feigned authority and said, “Lu Tian is right. Lin Fan, you treated the sect’s duel rules as nothing and even harbored murderous intent toward the Holy Son. Our sect has always maintained good relations with the Phoenix Clan. How am I supposed to face the Phoenix Clan elders with your behavior?”
“The sect forbids disciples from killing each other, but you tried to kill the Holy Son in front of everyone. Even if the Holy Son killed you, it would be what you deserved.”
“Lin Fan, you have greatly disappointed me. From today onward, you are no longer my disciple.”
“Master, are you serious?” Lin Fan couldn’t believe it. His master, who had always doted on him, was treating him this way.
The truth was, Jian Wuxin had taken Lin Fan as a disciple mostly because of Murong Xue. But now, he had to give Lu Tian an explanation. The Phoenix Clan seemed to care greatly for Lu Tian and often sent messages asking about his situation.
Today’s incident would surely reach the Phoenix Clan. Jian Wuxin believed he was acting fairly and justly. He wasn’t favoring Lu Tian, and Lu Tian had committed no real fault.
“Lin Fan, I hereby expel you from my sect. From now on, you are no longer my disciple. With a heart so vicious, the Sword Sect cannot tolerate you. Pack your things and leave!” Jian Wuxin believed he had fulfilled his duty as a master.
The Phoenix Clan was a hidden, powerful clan. If they learned that the Holy Son had almost been killed, they would not let Lin Fan go. They would surely hunt him down without hesitation.
By expelling Lin Fan from the sect, Jian Wuxin hoped to protect his life. Once expelled, the Phoenix Clan would no longer see Lin Fan as a member of the Sword Sect, and their grudges might lessen. Even though Lin Fan might face pursuit from the Phoenix Clan’s prodigies in the future, it was still better than Elder Fengming personally taking action.
However, what Jian Wuxin thought was for Lin Fan’s own good, appeared to Lin Fan as betrayal. In Lin Fan’s eyes, his master had chosen to side with Lu Tian, fearing Lu Tian’s identity and abandoning him.
On the same day, two masters had abandoned him, all because of Lu Tian. Lin Fan felt his inner beliefs shatter, and his once steadfast heart developed cracks.
[Ding, detected that the host successfully humiliated the male protagonist. The male protagonist has developed inner demons. Special reward: a novice gift pack. Please check.]
[Ding, 100,000 points have been credited to your account.]
[Ding, Heavenly Eye Demon Pupil has been credited to your account.]
[Ding, Profound-grade technique has been credited to your account.]
[Ding, 10,000 crystal stones have been credited to your account.]
[Ding, detected unstable foundation and incomplete techniques. Beginning repair. Repairing… Repair complete.]
While Lin Fan was drowning in self-doubt and despair, Lu Tian heard the system’s notifications continuously ringing. In his mind, a translucent panel appeared, resembling a marketplace.
The rewards given by the system quietly lay in his backpack. Each item had a “use” and “exchange” button. If Lu Tian didn’t need an item, he could exchange it for something else anytime.
The marketplace displayed an endless variety of items. As Lu Tian looked through them, he was amazed by everything he saw.
[Snow Crystal Stone: Provides a continuous supply of spiritual energy. Price: 50,000 points.]
[Rockfire Beast: High-grade at the Profound level, capable of spitting fire to kill enemies. Can change size. Price: 80,000 points.]
[Purple Spirit Flower: Main ingredient for Heaven Spirit Pill. Price: 10,000 points.]
[Earth Core Flame: Can be used for pill refining or attacking. Extremely powerful. Comes with an instruction manual. Price: 120,000 points.]
[Fire Dragon Fruit: Grown in extremely hot lands. Contains powerful fire energy. Can enhance Pill Flame. Price: 80,000 points.]
The dazzling array of items left Lu Tian overwhelmed. Every item listed was rare across the continent. Many of them he had neither seen nor even heard of before.
Each item had its purpose clearly marked. More complicated items came with detailed manuals.
Lu Tian’s eyes widened in amazement. As expected, having a system was incredibly useful. With the system by his side, what male protagonist or Child of Destiny could stand in his way?