Chapter 1885: Retribution in 1885!

Duan Cheng’an pondered for a moment and cautiously placed the Meteorite Gold, while Ou Mingzhi followed behind him, occasionally stepping forward to help. This was also Ou Dechuan’s prior instruction to him, as Array Formation is the foundation of Lingyu Divine Hall. Ou Dechuan was engrossed in Priest Divine Technique, resulting in some weakness in the Array Formation Technique. If Ou Mingzhi ended up like him, the position of Main Priest might fall into the hands of others. Having him follow Duan Cheng’an to learn more about the Array Formation Technique was also a plan for his future.

Knowing the important significance of this bet to Lingyu Divine Hall, the two were extremely nervous, even their hands trembled slightly when placing the Meteorite Gold. In no time, fine beads of sweat appeared on their foreheads.

Even the onlookers became somewhat tense due to their anxiety.

One has to admit that Duan Cheng’an’s talent is indeed astonishing, with a solid foundation. Just after watching twice, he could recall Mu Hanyan’s slight modifications within the array perfectly, and even made some subtle adjustments according to the array’s differences, without any mistakes.

However, the corners of Mu Hanyan’s mouth revealed a mocking cold smile. The key to repairing the array is the Chaos Heavenly Fire. No matter how well Duan Cheng’an learns the theory of Array Formation, what’s the use?

If it were someone else, seeing Duan Cheng’an’s talent might arouse some appreciation, but unfortunately, Lady Mu has seen a lot of geniuses in her life and hates such ungrateful people the most. How could she possibly have any admiration?

Time slowly passed, and fantastical scenes vaguely emerged, while bursts of exclamations spread around.

"So Duan Cheng’an understands the Array Formation Technique too. Could it be that what Priest Ou said earlier is true? Is this indeed Lingyu Divine Hall’s secret?" someone speculated.

"Maybe he secretly learned from Master Wen. Master Wen acted twice earlier; he might have just picked it up. After all, he’s taught by Master Wen, learning may be easy for him." Some, with a keen mind, guessed the truth.

"Even if that’s the case, this Duan Cheng’an’s talent is truly terrifying; he learned it by watching just twice."

"With such talent, his future achievements might surpass Master Wen." Someone else remarked.

Beside them, Ou Dechuan showed a smug expression. What betrayal, what ingratitude? In his view, these were secondary, strength was the most important.

And as each Hall Chief Priest, the temple’s interests are paramount. As long as Duan Cheng’an displays array skills no weaker than Wen Gaoren, he doesn’t believe the other priests wouldn’t bow to Lingyu Divine Hall. Moreover, Wen Gaoren is elderly, who knows how long he can live? Whereas Duan Cheng’an is still young. With his talent, surpassing him is just a matter of time. Presumably, all priests are short-sighted; if they have even a little foresight, they know how to choose.

Upon hearing the surrounding discussions, Duan Cheng’an’s initial nervous expression eased considerably, showing a bit of pride, while Ou Mingzhi behind him felt a sense of relief.

"How could this happen?" Wen Gaoren was also a bit shocked. Could the secret he hadn’t discovered be found by Duan Cheng’an? Was his actions today ultimately making clothes for Duan Cheng’an? Thinking of this, he was both worried and somewhat dejected.

"Don’t worry, they won’t be smug for long. Haven’t you heard the saying, ’The rabbit’s tail, can’t grow long’?" Mu Hanyan said coldly.

"Boom!" As soon as she finished, there was a loud booming noise.

The hall shook violently, with the array as the center, chunks of rubble flew out like they were launched by a catapult, and the whole temple was engulfed in dust.

The priests’ discussions abruptly ceased, Ou Dechuan’s cold sneer froze on his face, Wen Gaoren’s eyes widened, everyone was stunned by this scene, except for Mu Hanyan, who showed a knowing smile.

Although Duan Cheng’an’s Eye Power was indeed good, learning the Array Formation Profound Meaning she deliberately exposed without error, without the assistance of Chaos Heavenly Fire, how could he possibly unleash the full energy contained in the Meteorite Gold?

Note that the Array Formation path is intricate and mysterious, not allowing the slightest mistake; without sufficient Meteorite Gold support, how could this repaired array maintain the necessary stability?

As one goes further in repairing the array, the accumulated energy becomes enormous. Once stability is lost, the explosive power becomes terrifying.

In retrospect, it’s also Duan Cheng’an’s outstanding aptitude; had he been unable to fully learn Mu Hanyan’s Array Formation Technique, though unable to succeed, it wouldn’t have posed any risk. But who made his talent so great?

"Ah..." Amidst screams, Duan Cheng’an and Ou Mingzhi were already flung out from the dusty area, crashing hard against the wall, and sliding down like two blobs of mud.

Both were covered in blood, their limbs twisted, their bodies’ bones unknown how many were broken.

Ou Mingzhi was slightly better; after all, his strength exceeded Duan Cheng’an’s significantly, and the priest robe he wore was a Magic Artifact with decent defensive power, allowing some semblance of form. However, Duan Cheng’an’s face was a bloody mess, and even the vital point of his Qi Sea had a bloody hole with blood gushing out.

It’s over, Duan Cheng’an is finished!

Despite the disdain for Duan Cheng’an’s character, seeing such injuries, those present felt a bit of pity. Clearly, not only was Duan Cheng’an disfigured, but his cultivation was definitely lost, even if he miraculously kept his life, he’d end up as just a cripple.

Although Array Masters don’t require extremely high cultivation, it’s not completely unnecessary. Duan Cheng’an’s life is irrevocably finished. But who can he blame for this? Had he not betrayed his sect or insisted on competing with Wen Gaoren, how could he end up this way?

"Mingzhi!" Ou Dechuan had long been stunned, only now returning to his senses, rushing forward, and gathered Ou Mingzhi into his arms.

"Father..." Ou Mingzhi spat blood foam, looking blankly at Ou Dechuan.

"Don’t speak." Ou Dechuan took out an Elixir and stuffed it into his son’s mouth, then circulated Spiritual Power to refine the Dan Power.

Although Ou Mingzhi’s injuries were much lighter than Duan Cheng’an’s, it was still relative; without timely treatment, it would affect future cultivation.

Ou Dechuan only has one son, all his life hopes rest on him, naturally unwilling for this incident to happen. He was entirely focused on his son now, obviously disregarding anyone else; Duan Cheng’an retched blood repeatedly, yet he didn’t give him a second glance.

Beside them, Long Aoli’s face was also displeased; previously, no matter how Mu Hanyan and Ou Dechuan argued or bet, even if they staked their lives he didn’t care, as long as the Heavenly Sun Temple’s array was repaired. But this time Duan Cheng’an’s mishandling not only completely destroyed the array being repaired but also severely damaged surrounding arrays, including two previously repaired arrays.

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