"This time, I have Fellow Daoist Shen to thank for saving me. Lin is deeply grateful."
Xuan Fuzi said gratefully.
"Fellow Daoist Lin, the Bodhi Divine Crystal is in your possession, isn't it? Come with us."
Shen Long spoke.
He had ordered Shen Peng to kill Lai Yan and the other two partly to test Shen Peng's strength, and partly to display their own power.
The Bodhi Divine Crystal was the core material for setting up the eighth-order Formation, the Nine-Star Array. This formation could enhance a cultivator's comprehension, making it easier to understand cultivation arts and secret techniques.
Activating the Nine-Star Array consumed the Bodhi Divine Crystal. Once its power was exhausted, it would be ruined.
"Fellow Daoist Shen, are you also descendants of the Lin Family?"
Xuan Fuzi asked.
"We are not. However, the cultivation techniques we practice came from your Lin Family. Strictly speaking, your Lin Family has shown us kindness, which is why we intervened to save you."
Shen Long explained.
"I appreciate Fellow Daoist Shen's kindness, but I have grown accustomed to coming and going alone."
Xuan Fuzi declined Shen Long's proposal.
Xuan Fuzi had personally witnessed Shen Peng and Shen Ao use their divine abilities to destroy their enemies. Shen Long could not let Xuan Fuzi leave; otherwise, if Xuan Fuzi fell into the hands of great clans such as the Azure Xuan Clan or the Blood Shadow Clan, Shen Long would also face trouble.
Moreover, Xuan Fuzi was an eighth order talisman maker. The Thousand Spirits Sect needed such outstanding talent.
"Fellow Daoist Lin, you would be better off following us. We have the ability to protect you, and we also need your help. If circumstances permit, we can help you rebuild the Lin Family."
Shen Long said.
"Put yourself in our shoes,