Although Gu Zhen had shut his mouth, the others' gazes toward Xu Xuan naturally did not become any friendlier because of it.
They had already torn away all pretense of cordiality with Xu Xuan. Now, the stronger he proved himself, the more uncomfortable they naturally felt.
In an instant, countless gazes focused on Thousand Buddhas Saint.
If Thousand Buddhas Saint backed down this time, the others would have no choice but to apologize publicly to Chaos Valley, then surrender enormous benefits as they bargained with it.
"Amitabha!"
Thousand Buddhas Saint's expression was solemn. At this moment, everyone's fate rested on his shoulders, and even he felt a trace of pressure.
Of course, he was not afraid of Xu Xuan. He was wrestling with how to define him.
"Young benefactor, you truly are an unrivaled prodigy, one rarely seen throughout the ages!"
After pondering briefly, Thousand Buddhas Saint nevertheless gave a bitter chuckle.
He had to admit that, despite Heaven Buddha Temple's illustrious reputation, not a single disciple in the entire temple could compare to Xu Xuan.
"However, an uncanny evil has invaded your sea of consciousness without your knowledge, already planting the seed of a monumental calamity!"
Xu Xuan watched him calmly, even raising a hand to gesture for him to continue.
"Why not return with me, young benefactor? Heaven Buddha Temple is willing to spare no expense to help you purge the demonic qi!"
Thousand Buddhas Saint pressed his palms together, his face filled with compassion for the world, like an eminent monk of great virtue.
Yet everyone could understand what his words meant.
He wanted Xu Xuan to accompany him to Heaven Buddha Temple and become a hostage and prisoner.
Once that happened, all of Chaos Valley would naturally become something in Heaven Buddha Temple's pocket!
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