Using Both Kindness and Force, Three Beasts Vie to Be Mounts

Seriously injured, Ling Cair opened her eyes to see Mo Yuan, radiating killing intent.

A black beam of killing energy from Mo Yuan's palm enveloped her, and terror flashed across her face!

"Benefactor!"

She knew that Beichen had just intervened to save her, otherwise she would have died at the hands of Mo Yuan and Yan Lie.

However, she found it strange. Since Beichen had saved her, why didn't he see it through to the end? Why did he stand by and watch Mo Yuan kill her?

Buzz!

As the beam of killing energy from Mo Yuan's hand transformed into a dragon-shaped sword slash, descending towards Ling Cair's neck. It was as if a divine thought was triggered. A trace of the killing energy's law was torn apart, and with a buzz, it dissipated into nothingness.

Ling Cair slowly closed her eyes and let out a long sigh.

She finally understood: "This place is under the control of Benefactor. With just a single thought, he can activate the laws of the Great Dao and control everything."

"Let alone a Grand Unity Golden Immortal expert, even a Quasi-Saint mighty being would have to prostrate themselves under Benefactor's divine might here, unable to overstep their bounds!"

Seeing that Beichen intentionally protected her, Ling Cair knew she would be fine and relaxed.

Bang!

A sudden surge of power from the Primordial Heaven-Measuring Ruler erupted, striking Mo Yuan. Dragon energy vibrated, and Mo Yuan's body, caught in the turbulent winds, was sent flying. He felt intense pain all over, as if he were on a dragon-flaying platform, unbearable.

Mo Yuan let out a pained howl, spitting out several mouthfuls of pure black essence.

This essence was the foundation of his cultivation within his dragon form.

"Black Dragon, I don't think you understood what this Daoist priest said!" Beichen, radiating authority without anger, turned and appeared before Mo Yuan, tapping the Heaven Measuring Ruler lightly in his palm. "Did I not say that the three tribes should avoid further damage today?"

"I saved Ling Cair because I wanted her to live. Do you think my actions were superfluous?"

"Or do you think my words are just farts, not worth listening to?"

The killing intent on the Primordial Heaven-Measuring Ruler grew stronger. Moreover, in this domain of control, the suppression of the aura reduced Mo Yuan's dragon might to its lowest point.

Seeing Beichen staring at him menacingly, Mo Yuan trembled in fear.

Bang!

Beichen suddenly raised his hand, and Mo Yuan was sent flying again, spitting out several more streams of pure cultivation essence.

Mo Yuan's face fell. As he slowly stood up, he didn't expect Beichen to be in front of him again.

He calmly walked a few steps in front of Mo Yuan and suddenly struck again.

This time, he changed direction. With a sweep of the Heaven Measuring Ruler, he sent Mo Yuan flying towards the fire qilin, Yan Lie.

"Master, please quell your anger, Mo Yuan knows his mistake!"

One more blow, and he might perish.

Mo Yuan realized that Beichen was merely teaching him a lesson with the Heaven Measuring Ruler, not truly intending to kill him, but simply wanting him to yield!

Whether to endure another blow and perish or to yield, Mo Yuan could distinguish between the two!

Indeed, the Primordial Heaven-Measuring Ruler in Beichen's hand did not fall again. He merely looked indifferently at the black dragon Mo Yuan kneeling in submission, kowtowing and admitting his mistake.

A moment later, his divine eyes shifted to the fire qilin, Yan Lie.

Beating the black dragon severely, causing him to be heavily injured, was not unlike killing a chicken to warn the monkeys.

"Oh, Fire Qilin Yan Lie, greetings, Master."

"Whatever Master wishes Yan Lie to do, just command!"

Mo Yuan was even stronger than Yan Lie, yet he was brutally beaten and ultimately had no choice but to submit. Yan Lie immediately understood.

Beichen was the master of the Three Immortal Islands. In this place, any resistance was futile. It was better to surrender directly and avoid physical suffering.

"Heh heh, Yan Lie, you are indeed obedient and sensible!" Beichen said, tapping the qilin and shaking the dragon. "If Mo Yuan were as sensible as you, he wouldn't have endured this beating!"

"Yes, yes, Master is absolutely right!" Yan Lie replied humbly.

Beside him, Mo Yuan merely lowered his head, not daring to utter a word.

Being heavily struck three times by Beichen with the Heaven Measuring Ruler, Mo Yuan also came to a realization during this process.

Beichen had a powerful origin, having once attracted the Purple Firmament World-Ending Thunder Tribulation of the Twelve Nines. His future was boundless. Coupled with the favor of the Great Dao, these Three Immortal Islands, this blessed land and dojo, were filled with infinite Great Dao laws, making him as insignificant as an ant.

Submitting to a powerful expert like Beichen, he, Mo Yuan, was not at a disadvantage!

He was now convinced that by following such a powerful being with immense fortune and destiny, he would undoubtedly gain countless benefits in the future!

However, he felt a pang of regret. If he had known this would be the outcome, he wouldn't have attacked Ling Cair. Wouldn't it have been better to surrender directly?

Seeing how the qilin didn't get beaten while achieving the same result as him, he felt a surge of imbalance.

Meanwhile, Yan Lie felt only relief.

During Mo Yuan's brutal beating, he had also thought a lot and ultimately concluded that Beichen was someone worth following.

Otherwise, he, Yan Lie, would not have surrendered so easily!

One must know that beings who had experienced the Dragon-Phoenix Initial Tribulation had witnessed countless life and death situations. They often viewed life and death with a certain detachment. Moreover, the three tribes of the Great Desolation were all proud beings; how could they easily submit to others?

Their submission was not entirely due to the fear of perishing, but a significant part was their recognition of Beichen's origin, his strength, and their optimism about Beichen's future!

Beichen employed both kindness and authority. After his recent outburst of fury, he then spoke words of comfort to the two beasts: "Mo Yuan, Yan Lie, rest assured. Follow this humble Taoist, and you will have a bright future!"

"You must understand this humble Taoist's good intentions. This humble Taoist is kind-hearted and compassionate. I simply do not wish to see the Dragon-Phoenix Initial Tribulation end with the three tribes continuing to slaughter each other."

"The three tribes have suffered too much during the great tribulation. The best course of action now is to turn our weapons into jade and silk, and join hands to build a beautiful future!"

Beichen put on a benevolent facade, a stark contrast to his earlier aggressive stance where he seemed intent on killing them. This made people's hearts chill involuntarily.

Yan Lie took his words to heart and nodded repeatedly, feeling that Beichen was truly a good person, very kind.

Mo Yuan, having just been beaten, felt that Beichen was simply a devil, a pervert!

Even when he spoke nicely, Mo Yuan felt an unspeakable terror!

"Benefactor, you saved Ling Cair. Why don't you let Cair be your mount!" Ling Cair's body had not yet recovered, and her delicate, pale face looked a little pitiful. "From now on, Cair will carry Benefactor, traveling all over the four seas and eight wildernesses, seeing all the wonders of heaven and earth. Would that be alright?"

"Master, let Mo Yuan be your mount! While the Phoenix is beautiful, how can it compare to the majesty of my Dragon Clan?" Mo Yuan vied. "Mo Yuan was foolish just now. Letting me be your mount would be a way to atone for my sins!"

"A powerful being like yourself, possessing the great fortune to sever conflict, riding my Dragon Clan through this primordial world will truly showcase your divine might and be far more fitting!"

"Hmm!" Beichen nodded faintly, feeling that Mo Yuan had a point.

But he looked at Ling Cair, then at Mo Yuan, and found it difficult to choose!

"Master, let me, Yan Lie, be your mount!" Yan Lie said quickly upon seeing this. "My Qilin clan are auspicious beasts. Wherever we go, good fortune emanates. Not only will it make Master look magnificent, but it will also bring Master endless good luck. Yan Lie being your mount is truly the most suitable!"

"Mmm..." Beichen gave a wry smile. "You are all good, all good!"

"All three of you are good. Allow this humble Taoist to think about it!"