When Lin Tian withstood the Saint's first strike, he would surely have been injured had he not possessed an Innate Supreme Treasure.
Fortunately, Lady Houtu arrived in time. Otherwise, seeing Zhunti on the verge of defeat, Jieyin would certainly have stepped in to help. Lin Tian would have been lucky to escape with his life, let alone keep his treasures.
After this battle, Lin Tian knew that Saints were indeed every bit as powerful as people claimed.
"Lin Tian, are you all right?"
The instant Lin Tian landed, Lady Houtu approached and asked with concern.
At her words, Lin Tian looked at Houtu and smiled, concealing the pallor of his face. "Thank you for your concern, Lady Houtu. I'm not seriously hurt."
"That is good. Although you defeated Zhunti, the Three Pure Ones won't let the matter rest."
Houtu's brows knitted tightly as she glanced at the Three Pure Ones. The three appeared to be staying out of this struggle for the treasures, but in their hearts, they wanted the supreme treasures more than anyone.
"Thank you for the warning, my lady. I'll be careful."
Hearing Houtu's words, Lin Tian's expression grew exceptionally grave. He had already anticipated that the Three Pure Ones might covet the supreme treasures in his possession, but he had once guided all three toward attaining Sainthood.
The Three Pure Ones each owed him a karmic debt. Laozi had repaid his when the Demon Race slaughtered the Human Race, but Primordial Heavenly Venerable and Cult Leader Tongtian had yet to settle theirs.
If the Three Pure Ones truly attacked, Lin Tian could use those two karmic debts to preserve his life and his supreme treasures.
Houtu nodded at his words. As long as Lin Tian knew where he stood, that was enough. She turned her gaze