Just a Useful Pawn in the Stain Sect

Chapter 619: Chapter 619: Lü Yang Takes Disciples, A Harvest of Talents

Though panicked for a moment, Lü Yang quickly figured it out.

’I have the [Centome]!’

Admittedly, when faced with pure Knowledge, not even the [Centome] could erase the karmic links, just as it had been with the "Ninefold Dragon Metamorphosis."

But that didn’t mean there weren’t loopholes to exploit.

’As long as I use the Imagery Weaving Technique to successfully manifest a Fruit Position via Void Certificate in this life, and then bring it back as an item, there won’t be any problem!’

While the karmic links from knowledge couldn’t be blocked, those from items could. As long as he could squeeze every last drop of value from the Imagery Weaving Technique in this life and succeed with the Void Certificate, he could discard the Dharma Gate entirely in the next. After all, he would already have the item, free of any cause or effect. No one would ever be able to trace it.

At this thought, Lü Yang relaxed considerably.

The next second, he looked at Mountain Mover beside him and smiled. "This [Path Opening Map] is quite good. I’d like to take it back and study it for a few days."

"Of course."

Mountain Mover nodded without hesitation. "You are now the Alliance Leader of the Outer Dao Alliance, Fellow Daoist. A mere [Path Opening Map] is yours for the taking."

"However..."

Here, Mountain Mover paused before continuing in a heavy tone, "This [Path Opening Map] holds some sentimental value for us, after all. Since you’re taking it, Fellow Daoist... we have a presumptuous request. We sincerely hope you won’t refuse, and that you might give us all some clarity."

"Oh?"

Lü Yang raised an eyebrow, immediately understanding Mountain Mover’s intent. ’They want to get some insider information about the Wuyou Talisman from me.’

After all, everyone knew the Wuyou Talisman’s value was bound to drop.

But when it would drop, and how—that was a much more complex question. This was probably the main reason the Outer Dao Alliance had invited him to be their Alliance Leader.

"...Very well."

After a moment’s thought, Lü Yang saw no reason to refuse. Besides, he also wanted to verify something, so he went along with Mountain Mover’s request.

.......

Inside a vast hall of the Outer Dao Alliance.

Lü Yang sat on the head seat, looking down at the seven Outer Dao True Monarchs of the Outer Dao Alliance. Each one sat upright and proper, the very picture of well-behaved obedience.

The next second, Lü Yang coughed and waved his hand. "Ahem... Hello, students."

"Hello, Teacher!"

The Outer Dao True Monarchs below spoke in unison, their faces filled with reverence. Seeing this, Lü Yang immediately opened the [Centome]’s interface.

Then, he frowned.

’[Merely a Teacher’s Appearance] didn’t activate...’

Lü Yang couldn’t help but sigh inwardly. Clearly, a purely verbal title like this didn’t meet the definition of a master-disciple relationship required by [Merely a Teacher’s Appearance].

’According to the rules of [Merely a Teacher’s Appearance], I have to personally guide their progress and achieve a factual level of "nurturing" before they’re recognized as my disciples. Only then will they feed back Cultivation to me... Under these rules, the higher their Cultivation, the more troublesome it is.’

But he quickly rallied his spirits.

’It’s fine. After I make a killing with the Wuyou Talismans, I’ll pick an Outer Dao True Monarch, buy him an Orthodox Fruit Position, and that should meet the condition. After all, advancing from an Outer Dao True Monarch to an Orthodox True Monarch definitely counts as progress. Besides, since I’ll be the one funding it, that will also fulfill the "nurturing" condition. No matter how you look at it, it perfectly aligns with the rules of [Merely a Teacher’s Appearance].’

As for who to choose, Lü Yang had already made his decision.

"...Fellow Daoist Wu."

Lü Yang’s gaze landed on the [True Monarch of Dao Recording] among the seven Outer Dao True Monarchs. The man’s name was Wu Daoxuan, and the Outer Dao Fruit Position [Mingtian] in his possession was the very one that had recorded the [Path Opening Map]. Lü Yang could tell at a glance... this Fruit Position was destined to be his!

’If I swallow it, it might help me refine a second True Treasure!’

At this thought, Lü Yang’s eyes grew even more fervent. He smiled faintly. "Fellow Daoist Wu, I hear you lost quite a bit of money speculating on Wuyou Talismans?"

As soon as he said this, the expression of the [True Monarch of Dao Recording], Wu Daoxuan, darkened.

"I’ve made myself a laughingstock, Alliance Leader..."

He cupped his fists, his expression awkward. After all, the way he had lost money this time was simply too humiliating to speak of.

Back when they were speculating on Wuyou Talismans, Mountain Mover had ordered a complete sell-off.

Most of the Outer Dao True Monarchs had obeyed... but Wu Daoxuan was different. Because his Fruit Position had good compatibility, the speed and quality with which he could create Immortal Talismans were very high.

Thus, he still had some spare cash on hand.

So, with the thought, ’I won’t invest much, just a little to see how things go. If it really starts to drop, I’ll sell immediately,’ he secretly hoarded a batch of Wuyou Talismans.

Then, Cyan Yang Immortal Monarch showed up.

Seeing that his hoarded Wuyou Talismans were about to become worthless, he panicked and sold them at a loss, wanting to exit the market as quickly as possible... only for Lü Yang to defeat the Cyan Yang Immortal Monarch.

At that moment, Wu Daoxuan was absolutely furious!

He had bought the Wuyou Talismans at a high price, sold them at a low price, and then when the price rose again, he had no choice but to buy them back at an even higher price... He had lost a huge amount of money in the process!

It was only because he had substantial savings that he avoided bankruptcy. Even so, the failed investment left him so angry he couldn’t even calm his mind to meditate. When the others decided to invite Lü Yang to be the Alliance Leader, he had agreed wholeheartedly, hoping to use Lü Yang’s help to turn his fortunes around.

’My demands aren’t high.’

’As long as True Monarch Minghe is willing to refine a few Wuyou Talismans for me, giving me a chance to get back in the game and earn back what I lost, I’ll be completely satisfied...’

Looking at Wu Daoxuan’s eager gaze, Lü Yang smiled faintly, then glanced around at the others.

"What I’m about to say absolutely must not be known to outsiders... so from today onward, I will seal off this place from the outside world to prevent any news from leaking."

An uproar went through the crowd at his words.

But it wasn’t out of dissatisfaction, but excitement. After all, everyone understood what this meant: insider information! A chance to make money had arrived!

The Thunder Holding True Monarch, who had invited Lü Yang, immediately puffed out his chest. "Rest assured, Your Excellency! We understand. We will absolutely not leak the news!"

"Excellent! The troops’ morale is high!"

Seeing this, Lü Yang nodded and immediately took out the Righteous Banner. The banner fluttered, and a vast purple qi instantly formed a magnificent gate.

"Then please, Fellow Daoists, enter of your own free will."

"As long as you willingly stay inside this Artifact of mine and ensure no news leaks out, I guarantee that the Outer Dao Alliance’s assets will multiply several times over!"

Lü Yang’s voice drifted out.

At the same time, he secretly activated the [Enlightenment] Divine Effect of the Righteous Banner. An invisible, mighty power made his voice increasingly seductive.

At that moment, the Outer Dao True Monarchs present felt that the Lü Yang before them was so kind and amiable, and his words seemed to make perfect sense no matter how they thought about them. Finally, Wu Daoxuan, who already needed something from Lü Yang, was the first to waver. He stepped forward and stood before the Righteous Banner.

"I’ll go first!"

Wu Daoxuan gritted his teeth, stomped his foot, and stepped into the vast purple qi surging from the Righteous Banner. His once-clear Divine Sense instantly dimmed.

"Your Excellency... nothing bad will happen, will it?"

"Relax. Would I lie to you?" Lü Yang said as he refined Wu Daoxuan into a Banner Spirit. "It’s normal to feel dizzy. You’ll be fine in a moment."

A moment later, Wu Daoxuan blinked, his clarity restored.

’Huh! I really am fine!’

Seeing that Wu Daoxuan was fine, and under the influence of [Enlightenment], the other True Monarchs walked into the Righteous Banner one after another, making Lü Yang grin from ear to ear.

’My Righteous Qi Dao is finally brimming with talent!’