130. The Opponent

Master Lu looked at the departing figure of Master Lin, a faint smile playing on his lips. "Master Lin is truly a man of great character. Who in the Taiwu Sect does not know of his upright nature and his commitment to righteousness?"

The young man standing before him, hearing this, gave a slight smile and replied, "Master Lu, you flatter me. I am merely a small disciple, and as for righteousness, I have not yet attained it."

With these words, he bowed slightly, turned, and walked away.

Watching him leave, Master Lu turned his gaze toward the distance and muttered to himself, "Master Lin, if he really does not agree to this, what should I do?"

Master Lu’s expression darkened as he watched Master Lin’s silhouette disappear. He sighed, "If the others are unwilling to agree, then I have nothing more to say."

The young man, hearing this, paused, turned back, and also smiled. "It is not that they are unwilling, Master Lu, but you have begun to press them so urgently. If you force them, wouldn't it make them feel as though they are being coerced?"

Master Lu stood up, his face showing a trace of helplessness. He knew that if he lost their support, the Taiwu Sect would be in a difficult position, and he would have to face the consequences alone. He sighed again, his eyes filled with worry. "It is true that I have been a bit impatient. Some of these things are matters that I cannot handle alone. I only wanted to ensure their safety, but if they are unwilling, I cannot force them."

The young man looked at him, his expression calm. "If they are truly unwilling, would you really force them to choose?"

Master Lu sighed again. "What choice do I have?"

The young man did not answer immediately. Master Lu, sensing a glimmer of hope, looked at him expectantly. If he could get him to agree, perhaps there would be a chance.

"Master Lu," the young man said, reaching into his sleeve and taking out a small, heavy stone. "This is a spirit stone. Its effect is quite remarkable. If Master Lu can use it, it might be of some help. I have already agreed to help you, even if it is a difficult task. I am willing to take the lead."

Time was running out, and it was truly difficult to find someone who would agree. Of course, the young man was also thinking about his own benefits. As for the others, even if they were not willing, they were still part of the Taiwu Sect, and if he could secure their help, he would have a better chance.

Master Lu looked at the spirit stone, waiting for his explanation.

The young man did not answer directly, instead asking, "Master Lu, what about Master Lin? Is he also unwilling?"

Master Lu looked at him with a complex expression. "You already know, don't you?"

The young man smiled faintly. "Master Lin is of the Taiwu Sect, after all, and he has his own principles."

"That is true." Master Lu sighed. He knew that Master Lin was the most stubborn person in the Taiwu Sect. "Since Master Lin is unwilling, what can I do? I don't want to force him, but for the sake of the sect, I have to try."

The young man did not say anything more. He knew that no matter what he said, it would be of no use. He could only wait for the situation to develop.

As for the refusal, it didn't matter. He had already seen through the situation. If he could not go, then Master Lin would be the one to go, and Master Lu would have to agree. But who knew if he would survive?

Master Lu sighed again and looked at him. "Fine. As for these things, the Taiwu Sect will know soon enough, and the others will have no choice."

The young man smiled, his eyes gleaming. "Before this, I had some doubts, but after hearing Master Lin’s words, I understand. If we lose this opportunity, it will be gone forever. I am just a small disciple, and I have no idea what the future holds. But if we can succeed, the Taiwu Sect will be saved."

"I understand. Thank you for your help." He did not dwell on the details, but went straight to the point.

Master Lu nodded, a trace of relief on his face. "It is indeed my fault. I was too careless. When the time comes, I will try to find a way."

"If we can't find a way in time, then we have no choice but to give up."

Master Lu sighed and nodded. "If that is the case, I have no choice."

"In that case, the Taiwu Sect will still have a chance, so we shouldn't have to give up yet."

"We should be able to. As for the others, their cultivation levels are also quite high, so we should be fine."

"So you are saying that there is still a chance for the Taiwu Sect?"

Master Lu paused for a moment. "I have already made up my mind. I am a disciple of the Taiwu Sect, and I will do everything I can."

"Then you are saying that the Taiwu Sect is completely defenseless?"

Master Lu did not speak, remaining silent. He knew that he had chosen to be a disciple, and that Master Lin was not someone who could be easily persuaded.

The young man took the spirit stone in his hand, looked at it, and said, "Since this is a matter of life and death, Master Lu, I will take the responsibility."

Master Lu was stunned, then a smile appeared on his face. He knew that these disciples, who were willing to risk their lives for the sake of the sect, were the true pillars of the Taiwu Sect.

"If you are willing, I will be very grateful. Here, these thousand spirit stones are for you."

A thousand spirit stones was a huge sum, and it was more than enough to improve his cultivation. Even if he were to face danger, he would have a better chance of survival.

"Then I will accept them." The young man smiled, feeling relieved.

Master Lu did not say anything more, but stood by the side, waiting for the meeting to begin.

"Master Lu, the people of the Taiwu Sect have arrived," the young man said.

Master Lu pointed to the people in the distance. "Those are the holy ones. When the time comes, they will be the ones to take the lead."

"The holy ones?" The young man looked at them, his heart filled with curiosity.

"Have you heard of them?"

The young man nodded slightly. "I have."

Master Lu smiled. "Since you have heard of them, then you should also have some understanding of them. I don't know what the future holds, but I know that this is our only chance."

"The holy ones are very powerful," Master Lu said, pointing toward them. "Look there, the one in front is the leader."

The young man looked in the direction he pointed and saw a man in his forties, looking rather calm.

"That is Master Chen, a very powerful cultivator, and also one of the elders of the sect."

The young man nodded, his eyes filled with respect.

"Those people are the ones who will lead us," Master Lu said, pointing to another group of people, all of whom were expert cultivators.

The young man looked at them, his heart filled with excitement.

"These people, they are the ones who will lead us, and they are the best."

The young man turned his head and saw that Master Lin was also among them. He frowned slightly, wondering why he was here.

Master Lin was a man of the Taiwu Sect, and he was known for his upright nature. He was a man who would never give up, and he was the one who would lead them to victory.

"These people, they are the ones who will lead us, and they are the ones we must follow."

"Master Lu, I have a question." Master Lu pointed to Master Lin and smiled. "Is he the one who was here before? I remember his face."

The young man nodded, and Master Lin also looked at him, not knowing what to say, but he could only nod in return.

The young man looked closely and saw that Master Lin was standing in a corner, looking rather cold, and he also seemed to be waiting.

"Master Lin’s agreement is also crucial."

Master Lu nodded his head. "Yes, he is a man of honor, and he is truly a man of principle."

"Oh?" The young man looked at Master Lu, his heart filled with curiosity. He had never seen anyone so calm before. He wondered if this was the reason why Master Lin was so respected.

The atmosphere became tense, and everything was silent.