Chapter 190: Isle of Bodhisattva, Chasing Dream

Chapter 190: Isle of Bodhisattva, Chasing Dream

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--- Chapter 187 ---

Baek Ain sat down on the grass alongside the three leaders of the Ancient Clans' expedition teams. They observed the surroundings and chatted about the method to gain Bodhisattva Heart and Seeds.

They aren't confident about getting Bodhisattva Heart, but Bodhisattva Seed is more 'idealistic' to grasp and still has the effect of turning talent into Dou Saint with enough nurturing.

Dou Saint is a strategic force any super factions in the Central Plains should have, after all.

The more Dou Saint they have, the better it would be for them.

"Anyway, what is the effect of 'that' thing?" Baek Ain asked the three leaders.

Gu Yuan, Yao Dan, and Huo Ling froze on the spot and laughed at his question.

"It's the best." Yao Dan said while giving Baek Ain a thumbs-up. "If it wasn't for the limited number of 'that' things, my Yao Clan would be blossoming in just ten, no-! Five years are enough for us."

Huo Ling snorted at Yao Dan's shameless boasting, "Five years, you said?"

"You're wasting such a precious thing."

"What do you know? We are not barbarians like you fellows." Yao Dan crossed his arms indignantly.

Huo Ling's eyes lit up in slight anger as she whispered, "Say that again... I dare you."

Yao Dan felt threatened and swayed his head, saying no further about this matter.

"Hmph, I thought so." The fiery elder of the Yan Clan crossed her arms.

Even if Yao Dan is the patriarch of the Yao Clan, Huo Ling wouldn't back down because of his status. He's only slightly better and a powerful alchemist compared to others.

Meanwhile, the Baek Ain's disciples are watching them with wide-opened mouths.

Is this really a conversation between powerhouses that could turn Central Plains upside down?

Even Baek Ain didn't think they would be this casual.

'I'm sure my parasites are currently dormant.' Baek Ain's mouth twitched slightly.

Gu Yuan sipped tea from a bamboo container and smiled, enjoying the atmosphere.

He glanced at Baek Ain and said, "Thanks for the thing, Grandma Lin."

"I had to say your achievement is something I, no, we never thought of even possible."

"You completely shattered our view about the standard."

"If possible, I'd like to know where you find and learn such an otherworldly skill."

After saying that, Gu Yuan's eyes seemingly pierced Baek Ain from top to bottom.

"Are you perhaps learning this from the Sage of Medicine?"

Sage of Medicine is Dou God-level expert from the ancient of time and known for his mastery over alchemy. Besides him, Gu Yuan couldn't think of any person with beyond 'common sense' level of skill.

Baek Ain obviously knows about 'Sage of Medicine' because he was one of Yao Man's idols. As Baek Ain inherited Yao Man's memory, he also inherited his idols.

Unfortunately, Gu Yuan's guess is dead wrong.

What Baek Ain has achieved to this day is the result of continuous 'Trial and Error' runs. Of course, his foundation started with Yao Man's memory, which is very solid. Even then, Yao Man's memory doesn't diminish Baek Ain's hard work and effort.

Baek Ain might have Yao Man's memory, but he didn't have Yao Man's touch.

Unknown to them, the horror is just about to get started.

Countless people swarmed the area, stepping near grass near the legendary tree.

'Fools!' Baek Ain and other Dou Saints thought.

Did these people really think getting Bodhisattva Ancient Tree's treasures was easy?

If one could obtain a treasure without much effort, it wouldn't be a treasure!

And as expected.

BOOOOOOOOOOOM!!

Several thick vines burst out of the ground and penetrated the greedy people. They got skewered and drained into a husk, making the onlookers shiver.

Blood sprayed everywhere, tainting the once-lush land with a crimson stream. Hundreds, if not thousands, died instantly.

Yao Ling'er and Gu Xun'er become pale as they have never witnessed so much death in seconds. They covered their mouths and gagged in fear.

Huo Zhi clenched her hand, "Too strong."

"Bodhisattva Ancient Tree is dangerous."

"But treasure always comes with danger..."

Unlike Yao Ling'er and Gu Xun'er, Huo Zhi has witnessed more ugly sides of the world and calmed herself down faster.

Baek Ain used his Soul Force and calmed his two disciples, "From now on, I want you three to clear all your thoughts from greed."

"What you need to do in upcoming trials is a firm heart and a clean state of mind."

"You need experience, so leave the Bodhisattva Ancient Tree's matter to me." Baek Ain flashed a smile at them. The disciples nodded, standing even closer to him now.

Baek Ain counted down the real-time barrier's disappearance and walked forward, "Follow me."

Several people followed Baek Ain, wandering to the Bodhisattva Ancient Tree carefully.

They entered the perimeter of closeness that caused people to die, causing countless onlookers to close their eyes unconsciously.

"Huh?" No sounds of screaming were 'actually' heard.

They opened their eyes and saw Baek Ain's group arriving at the entrance of Bodhisattva Ancient Tree's roots. Their eyes widened in shock.

"H-How?"

"Go, chase them!"

"Fuck, why did I close my eyes before..."

"Anyone remember the path they took??"

Baek Ain and his companions ignored these ignorant people, entering the roots. What greeted them was a flashing white light.

A second later, they discovered themselves standing on an island surrounded by a muddy ocean.

A booming ancient voice echoed in their heads.

"Welcome to the Isle of Bodhisattva."

"First Trial, Chasing Dream."

Baek Ain smirked, 'The woman... She even modified the trial.'

'Fine, I'll play along with your little game.'