Chapter 145: Splitting the Spoils? One Finger to Shatter the Beast Tide!
Hiss! That was insane! That Heaven-Covering Hand was terrifying!
Did the Sacred Light Empire's people really just get wiped out like that?
I've finally seen what it means to cover the sky with one hand—absolutely horrifying!
Just now, I really thought the sky was collapsing!
Was that Young Master Lin Fan who acted? He's way too powerful!
Who else could it be besides Lin Fan?
…
Over the past three days, many newcomers had arrived at the gathering point. Initially, they had doubted the older crowd's stories about Lin Fan's feats.
But after witnessing that scene just now—none dared question it any longer!
In that moment, everyone at the gathering point looked upon Lin Fan with absolute awe.
And more than that, they felt lucky.
With Lin Fan eliminating the Sacred Light Empire's people, peace had returned, and there were no more residence fees to pay.
Many secretly decided—they weren't leaving.
With a powerhouse like Lin Fan guarding this place, it was practically a sanctuary within the Ancient Battlefield!
Mo Ling, Man Shan, and Du Yun exchanged glances, then looked toward the enormous handprint outside the city gate with admiration.
They felt incredibly fortunate to be from the same empire as Lin Fan—and to be on good terms with him.
"Come on, let's go collect the spatial rings," Mo Ling said suddenly.
The other two nodded, and the trio descended into the giant handprint crater to retrieve the Sacred Light disciples' spatial pouches.
The watching crowd didn't even flinch. They had all recognized these three as Lin Fan's people—who would dare to fight them for loot?
A short while later, they returned to the stone tower and handed the rings to Lin Fan.
"Brother Lin Fan, here are the spatial pouches from those Sacred Light guys."
Lin Fan nodded in satisfaction.
Though he didn't care much about the loot, if they had kept it for themselves, he would've stopped treating them as allies.
He inspected the pouches. Aside from three Earth-grade spirit treasures, the rest wasn't worth much—only a few thousand Nirvana Pills.
"Take these and split them among yourselves," Lin Fan said, tossing the pouches back.
"The Ancient Battlefield is dangerous. Use them to improve your strength and survivability."
"Thank you, Brother Lin Fan!"
The trio beamed with joy and bowed gratefully.
Lin Fan joked,
"Just don't end up fighting each other over the split."
"Of course not!" they assured him quickly.
"Go on," Lin Fan waved them off with a smile.
…
Whoosh!
As night approached, a red streak flew toward the gathering point at high speed.
The guards on the wall grew tense, preparing for another enemy attack.
But when the figure drew close, many recognized the red-robed young man riding the beast—Lin Dong.
Ever since he had been seen with Lin Fan, no one dared to show disrespect.
"Young Master Lin Dong, welcome back!"
Many stepped forward to greet him warmly.
Lin Fan looked toward the gate and smiled faintly, realizing why the crowd was being so respectful.
Lin Dong didn't put on airs. He nodded to the well-wishers, then spoke with a serious tone:
"I was cultivating outside and sensed a massive number of demonic beasts converging here. A beast tide is coming. Everyone, prepare to fight!"
"What?! A beast tide?!"
The news caused widespread panic.
In the Ancient Battlefield, a beast tide was one of the most feared disasters.
At night, countless wild beasts would swarm like locusts, consuming everything in their path.
"Someone call Young Master Lin Fan! With him, maybe we'll survive even this!"
Recalling how Lin Fan had crushed the Sacred Light Empire, someone quickly shouted.
Lin Dong frowned but didn't respond. Instead, he made his way to the stone tower.
…
"You're back. How was your training?" Lin Fan asked with a smile.
"I barely reached the peak of Manifestation Stage, but I'll need more time before breaking through."
"I also learned a minor Nirvana Golden Body from Xiao Diao, so my defense is a bit better now."
"Not bad," Lin Fan nodded. "Since you're back, let's head to Sun City tomorrow to investigate the Ancient Key."
"Alright," Lin Dong agreed.
"I also rushed back because I found signs of a beast tide approaching."
Lin Fan smiled calmly.
"No worries. Just take out the leader, and the rest will scatter."
Suddenly, he sensed a tremor from beneath the stone tower and chuckled.
"It's here. Let's go take a look."
Lin Dong followed silently as they ascended to the city walls.
…
"Young Master Lin Fan!"
"Greetings, Young Master Lin Fan!"
…
As soon as Lin Fan appeared, everyone bowed respectfully.
"The beast tide is coming. Face it with everything you've got. Don't rely on others. In the Ancient Battlefield, survival depends on yourselves."
His words made many stiffen, but no one dared to complain.
Moments later, the beast tide surged into view.
An endless swarm of beasts filled the horizon—so dense that you couldn't even see the ground.
The sheer scale drained the color from many faces.
"Kill!"
Some cowered in fear, while others roared and charged, clashing with the tide.
Despite the endless wave, the warriors on the walls held the line—for now.
Lin Dong and a few others charged out into the battlefield, slaughtering beasts amid the chaos.
It was like a slaughterfield outside the city—brutal and bloody.
ROOAAAR!
Suddenly, a deafening roar shook the battlefield.
From deep within the horde, a gigantic beast emerged.
Its aura was terrifying—many felt their blood run cold.
"Half-step Nirvana Stage beast!"
Gasps erupted. If this thing rampaged, the entire city might be destroyed.
Even Lin Fan was slightly surprised.
He activated Taiqing Soaring Steps and appeared above the creature.
"Great Wilderness Imprisoning Heaven Finger—Imprison the World with One Strike!"
With a shout, he pointed downward.
A golden, thousand-meter finger burst through the clouds and slammed down on the beast!
Everyone could feel its crushing pressure—it was suffocating!
BOOM!
Before anyone could react, the finger hit the beast—
And blew it apart!
The shockwave even killed dozens of nearby beasts.
With the leader gone, the horde began to panic.
Moments later, the entire beast tide howled—
And retreated like a receding ocean into the night.
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