MTL NOVEL Chapter 31
Chapter 31: He Didn’t Die Bad Enough for Me to Be Happy
“Who is it?”
The crowd was horrified; the aura was too terrifying. Compared to this, Shangguan Wuhui’s presence seemed insignificant.
“It’s the senior Enforcer!”
Someone reacted first, their eyes filled with awe.
Immediately, the void shattered, and an aged figure emerged.
Upon seeing this person, Luo Yi’s face filled with deep fear.
“How is this possible? Wasn’t he supposed to be dying soon? Why does he suddenly seem so lively!”
“Greetings, Senior Chief Enforcer!”
Shangguan Wuhui respectfully bowed and saluted, looking as obedient as a child.
“This elder is the Chief Enforcer of the Eastern Continent!”
People could hardly believe they were seeing this elusive figure here.
It is no exaggeration to say that in the entire Eastern Continent, this person was the most powerful existence.
Under the astonished gazes of countless people, the elder approached Zhou Tong and placed his hand on his shoulder.
“Young man, you are quite impressive!”
“Thank you for your praise, Senior. This little one deserves it.”
Zhou Tong said with neither humility nor arrogance, which only made the elder laugh heartily.
“Good, good, good… Young people should have this kind of assertive confidence. You defied the heavens and called forth the fierce winds, which has allowed me to live a few more years. I owe you a great favor; feel free to ask for anything, and I won’t refuse as long as I can do it.”
Upon hearing this, the crowd was filled with envy.
Words spoken by the Chief Enforcer are like decrees; if Zhou Tong wished, he could use this favor to destroy the Jade Purity Sect.
Luo Yi’s face turned pale, his legs trembling, almost unable to stand.
Just a moment ago, he had been exceptionally arrogant, looking down on Zhou Tong due to his identity.
Yet in an instant, Zhou Tong had become the honored guest of the Chief Enforcer, killing him would be as easy as squashing an ant.
“Relax, nothing will happen. The favor of the Chief Enforcer is too precious; it won’t be used on someone like me.”
He comforted himself inwardly, finding more and more sense in his thoughts.
What is Luo Yi, that he deserves the Chief Enforcer’s personal intervention?
However, the unexpected often occurs when one least expects it.
Zhou Tong’s gaze suddenly met his, and in that instant, he felt his blood run cold.
With a thud!
He knelt down straight, cold sweat soaking his clothes because the Chief Enforcer was also looking over.
“Senior, this person has acted with malice under the name of the Enforcer, wanting to sever our Joyful Union Sect’s inheritance. My enmity with him is unresolvable; I wish for him to suffer all the tortures of this world and die without a burial place!”
Upon hearing this, it echoed loudly, sending chills down everyone’s spine.
Zhou Tong truly directed the favor towards such a purpose!
People began to consider Zhou Tong as someone not to be provoked, someone who would repay grievances and follow through on his words.
“Are you sure you won’t regret this?”
The elder was somewhat surprised; dealing with a troublemaker didn’t require his favor.
“If I don’t kill him, my thoughts won’t be clear. He didn’t die badly enough for me to feel at ease; a favor from you is worth a fortune!”
Zhou Tong said proudly, full of youthful vigor, unwavering in his decision.
“What a clear thought and what a comfortable feeling! We cultivators are born in this world to seek a clear conscience and unyielding nature. I approve!”
The elder stated, his gaze turning cold and sharp, as if two great mountains were pressing down on Luo Yi.
“Spare me… I know I was wrong, I truly know I’ve erred. Young Master Zhou, please let me go; I’m willing to be your servant.”
Luo Yi was nearly scared out of his wits, his hands and feet cold, almost losing his sanity.
“You don’t know you were wrong; you only know you’re about to die.”
Zhou Tong replied coldly, his determination unyielding.
“Take him away.”
The Chief Enforcer issued the order, and immediately two golden-armored warriors stepped forward, dragging Luo Yi behind a door.
Soon after, an extremely shrill scream emerged from there, chilling everyone to the bone.
Compared to enduring the torture of the Enforcer, dying instantly felt like a relief.
“Little one, even if you don’t seek my help, I would still want to flay this scum alive, so it doesn’t count as you using a favor.”
The Chief Enforcer gifted Zhou Tong a token.
The token was inscribed with the words Han Ye, clearly the name of the Chief Enforcer.
“With this token, you are considered half my disciple. When you encounter danger, you can crush the token, and I will personally intervene to help you clear obstacles.”
“Thank you, Senior!” Zhou Tong accepted unceremoniously.
“Little one, hurry and grow stronger. This world is not calm; it needs younger, stronger lives to bear its burdens. I can only protect you for ten years at most.”
Zhou Tong’s heart trembled. He knew well the hardships of this world, where treachery abounds and Heavenly Demons lurk mercilessly. The calmness in the universe exists only because peerless experts bear the weight.
The Chief Enforcer took his leave, and the crowd dispersed, expressing their gratitude to Zhou Tong before leaving.
After Shangguan Wuhui paid the Joyful Union Sect five hundred thousand merit points, everything finally settled.
“Let’s go.”
Zhou Tong said to the two women beside him as he prepared to leave but was blocked by Mo Liushu.
“Step aside; a good dog doesn’t block the way.”
“After making a scene, come back with me.” Mo Liushu said, her eyebrows slightly trembling.
“Get lost, or I’ll kill you all!”
Zhou Tong produced the Chief Enforcer’s token, his expression not friendly.
“You… you really would use this on Master?”
Mo Liushu’s body trembled slightly but still wouldn’t move aside.
“Then you’d better watch closely!” Zhou Tong sneered, about to crush the token.
“Brother, wait!”
At that moment, Tang Qi approached with a false smile, bustling like a little lapdog.
“Brother, Master only wants what’s best for you. If you can return, we will welcome you back, right, Senior Sister!”
“Yes… welcome… we welcome you!”
Chen Ling’er replied in a somewhat mechanical voice, her expression dazed.
Zhou Tong immediately realized that Chen Ling’er had been afflicted by the Infatuation Insect.
“Master, give me two more Infatuation Insects; I want to plant them on those two women beside him.”
Tang Qi observed Zhou Tong’s expression while conversing with the soul inside the ring.
“The Infatuation Insect mustn’t be misused!”
The soul said with a heavy tone: “It’s a double-edged sword. The practitioner will also be affected, developing feelings for the infected, though only one-tenth. But a little carelessness can lead to backlash!”
“I don’t care, hurry up and give them to me, or I won’t help you rebuild your physical body!”
Tang Qi threatened with a sinister tone.
“Alright, just make sure to keep your mind intact. Don’t turn the tide against yourself. I will prepare it now.”
Zhou Tong listened to their conversation clearly, smiling slightly, and slapped Tang Qi’s face.
“Why… why did you hit me?”
Tang Qi gritted his teeth; no one had ever dared to slap him face to face.
“I’m happy to do it; if you disagree, get lost.”
“That’s not the case; a brother teaching a junior brother is only right, I naturally should accept it.”
He forced a smile, but inwardly he was furious; if not for needing time to prepare the Infatuation Insects, he would not have let it slide.
“Good, you can be taught.”
Zhou Tong nodded in satisfaction and slapped him again.
“Done!”
The elder’s voice came, making Tang Qi ecstatic.
“Hurry up and give them to me!”
He urgently reached out, feeding the Infatuation Insect with his own blood before tossing it toward the Little Demoness and Long Lingyun.