The Supreme Purity Sect's Invitation, Politely Refused!

They entered my Supreme Purity, established their own lineage, and became the guardian spirit beasts of the sect.

True Person Luanyuan's voice echoed among the clouds, his tone calm yet carrying an unyielding will.

In his view, the fact that he was willing to set aside his pride and sincerely invite him was already a great favor.

For a wild Demon Beast to be listed in the Supreme Purity Sect and enjoy the sect's benefits is fortuitous opportunity that countless Rogue Cultivator and Demon Beast would rather die than obtain.

Hearing this, Shi Jian just smiled honestly, and his body that was more than ten feet tall leaned forward slightly.

Those purplish-gold thunder eyes quickly dimmed, and the violent thunderous aura completely subsided. The once majestic Lightning Bear suddenly revealed a hint of clumsiness and naivety...

"To become the guardian spirit beast of the Supreme Purity Sect?"

"That sounds nice, but isn't it just going to be someone's gatekeeper or a dog?"

"I'm a local tycoon in Hongtian City, living the high life, with countless people serving me. Only a fool would go and be a slave to your Supreme Purity Sect."

He cursed her inwardly, but outwardly Shi Jian appeared fearful and apprehensive.

He placed his two large bear paws together in front of him, making a very human-like bow, and lowered his huge head deeply.

"I am True Person grateful for your kindness, and I would gladly give my life to repay you."

Shi Jian's voice was deep and muffled, carrying a hint of honesty. "It's just... I really can't go."

True Person Luanyuan frowned slightly, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes.

Why?

Shi Jian sighed, his bear-like face filled with conflict and guilt.

"When I was young and before I developed any intelligence, I received a favor from the Sun Clan of Hongtian City."

"Later, thanks to the guidance of Master White Cloud Temple of True Person Yun Du, I have achieved my current fortune. Although I am a beast, I am grateful for the kindness shown to me."

Shi Jian raised his paw and pointed to the dilapidated main peak of the Sun Clan in the distance.

"This little demon once swore a blood oath to the Heavenly Dao, vowing to guard Hongtian City and protect the Sun Clan lineage for the rest of his life."

"If anyone disobeys, they will be struck by lightning and their Dao heart will crumble. True Person are a highly accomplished Daoist, you cannot simply watch a little demon be reduced to ashes and have their soul scattered, can you?"

His words were perfectly crafted and presented a dignified and respectable tone.

Purple Firmament laughed maniacally in her soul, her whole body convulsing with laughter. "Silly bear, you can't believe your lies!"

"You'd be more likely to strike someone with lightning; even heavenly lightning would avoid you these days!"

"You heartless bear, you dare to repay a debt of gratitude?"

Don't make me laugh!

Purple Firmament's maniacal laughter echoed in his mind, but Shi Jian ignored her Purple Firmament turmoil and continued to maintain his humble demeanor.

Seeing this, having already said both good and bad things, what else could he say?

True Person Luanyuan snorted coldly, his displeasure growing stronger. Suddenly, his aura, heavy as Shan Yue, crashed down from his body.

"The Dao Heart?"

"A mere demon dares to discuss the Dao?"

True Person Luanyuan's tone turned completely cold as he said, "Since you are unwilling to join my Supreme Purity, then you should know the rules of the cultivation world."

"This entire area, spanning hundreds of thousands of miles, is under the jurisdiction of my Supreme Purity Sect."

"Any demon that is not registered in the sect's jade register shall not be allowed to occupy Spirit Vein Blessed Land, nor shall it rule over Human Race city."

True Person Luanyuan looked down at Shi Jian, his words as sharp as knives.

"If you don't join Supreme Purity, Hongtian City will not have room for you."

"You have three days to get out of here with your worthless children and grandchildren, and leave the territory of my Wei Kingdom. If you are still here after three days, the Supreme Purity Sect's Law Enforcement Hall will surely regard you as a threat and eliminate you completely!"

The true intentions are revealed when the map is unrolled.

If you're not a dog, you either die or get out!

"Supreme Purity Sect still has some dignity, so they'll kill you after you leave. Either way, you're going to die!

Shi Jian lowered his head, a dangerous glint flashing in his eyes.

Just then, True Person Yun Du, who had been standing to the side, stepped forward and stood between Shi Jian and Luanyuan.

"Fellow Daoist Luanyuan, please wait."

Master True Person Yun Du, adopting a peacemaker demeanor with a warm smile, said, "Fellow Daoist Luan, this is all a misunderstanding!"

"Fellow Daoist Shi is no ordinary, baseless mountain demon. He established a good relationship with our White Cloud Temple many years ago and has made great contributions to our temple."

Yun Du paused, then raised his voice a few decibels.

"Just recently, I officially appointed Fellow Daoist Shi as a guest elder of my White Cloud Temple, and concurrently as the temple's guardian spirit beast."

"This Hongtian City and its surrounding Spirit Vein are the cultivation grounds that my White Cloud Temple specially granted to Fellow Daoist Shi..."

Yun Du turned to look at Shi Jian, their eyes meeting briefly before looking away.

"Fellow Daoist Shi, am I correct?"

Seeing this, Shi Jian immediately straightened up, nodded repeatedly, and looked utterly adorable.

Yes, yes, yes!

"True Person Yun Du's kindness to this little demon is akin to giving him a second life. This little demon was a bear of White Cloud Temple in life, and will be a dead bear of White Cloud Temple in death!"

The man and the bear, singing and harmonizing, worked together seamlessly.

True Person Luanyuan looked at the two men before him with a somewhat unpleasant expression. Having lived for hundreds of years, how could he not see through the trickery involved?

This Lightning Bear has clearly just Core Formation; how could it have had a prior history?

However, since Yun Du has acknowledged Shi Jian's identity to his face, he has essentially incorporated this Lightning Bear into the White Cloud Temple's system.

White Cloud Temple is also an important force under the Supreme Purity Sect, and Yun Du is Golden Core True Person, and both Human Race cultivators...

By the rules, White Cloud Temple is fully entitled to recruit a Demon General as a guest minister.

If True Person Luanyuan were to forcibly expel them again, it would be a slap in the face to White Cloud Temple and an interference in the internal affairs of an affiliated sect.

This is contrary to his original intention of upholding the rules.

"Yun Du, you've certainly acquired a fine spirit beast. You and that old monster Zhao Qing are exactly alike—annoying!"

True Person Luanyuan spoke calmly, but the gritted teeth in his voice were unmistakable.

Yun Du smiled and cupped his hands in greeting:

"It is entirely thanks to the protection of our ancestors that White Cloud Temple enjoys this blessing."

Shi Jian knew that relying solely on Yun Du's influence was not enough to completely shut up this Golden Core elder of the Supreme Purity Sect.

Trying to enjoy something for yourself will invite divine retribution; you have to offer some tangible benefits to get rid of this powerful figure, otherwise you'll only make an enemy...