Chapter 680: Benefactor, You’re Going the Wrong Way.

“These hidden realms are truly unique gifts of nature, wondrous and profound.”

As he stepped into the hidden realm, the Venerable Sakyamuni gazed at the spectacular view before him and sighed in admiration.

“I have visited many hidden realms before. Some are naturally formed, while others have been created by mighty cultivators through immense power. However, when compared, the naturally formed ones are always grander and more magnificent.”

“Alright already, you bald donkey, where are all these insights coming from? Just hurry up and move,” Lin Fan said helplessly to the monk, unsure how he had managed to cultivate to such a level—probably through some backdoor method.

“Disciple, what are you searching for? If I open my Heavenly Eye, I can see everything under heaven,” Sakyamuni said casually, showing off slightly once again.

This cultivation technique was unique to the Buddhist race. Upon entering hidden realms, those possessing this ability could locate treasures faster than anyone else.

“The Primordial Wood,” Lin Fan replied.

“Excellent! Then let me help you find it. With me here, the Primordial Wood won’t be able to hide anywhere,” Sakyamuni said with a smile.

“No need. I can find it myself,” Lin Fan glanced at Sakyamuni, unwilling to give him another chance to show off.

“Disciple, just leave it to me. I guarantee results,” Sakyamuni, eager to demonstrate his worth, found himself once again denied.

This was incredibly frustrating for Sakyamuni, who couldn’t help but feel the urge to show off constantly.

“Well then, you keep looking. This Emperor is leaving first,” Lin Fan said, walking off ahead without waiting for Sakyamuni.

“Disciple, wait for me!”

“Eye of the Tathagata, open!”

In an instant, Sakyamuni began chanting sutras, and above his head appeared a “Buddha of Eyes,” covered in countless eyes. Wherever it looked, everything became transparent and clear.

“Disciple, you’re going the wrong way. The Primordial Wood lies in this direction,” Sakyamuni called out.

“This Emperor is taking this path today. If you’re so capable, go that way instead,” Lin Fan knew Sakyamuni loved to show off, and if he didn’t let him, the monk would be extremely uncomfortable.

Right now, Lin Fan’s plan was to get rid of Sakyamuni to avoid his constant interference.

“Ah, Disciple, why are you so stubborn? The Primordial Wood really is in this direction!” Sakyamuni really wanted to prove himself.

Finding the Primordial Wood with Lin Fan would bring an immense sense of satisfaction, but now the man wouldn’t listen, which frustrated Sakyamuni greatly.

It felt like his most sincere words were being treated as lies.

“Disciple, wait for me!” Sakyamuni sighed, chasing after Lin Fan, unwilling to let him vanish from his sight, especially with the two “buns” still attached to him.

“Damn it, what if he’s actually right?” Lin Fan thought, feeling annoyed.

Though the monk was annoying, he did have real abilities.

But even so, Lin Fan was determined not to give in. He wouldn’t allow this bald monk to have his way. He would stubbornly continue down this path, even if it meant hitting his head against a wall.

“Disciple, it’s really over there. There’s definitely no Primordial Wood in this direction,” Sakyamuni insisted.

“Yeah, I know. But right now, I just want to take a stroll and look around before I go searching for the Primordial Wood. Is that okay?” Lin Fan replied.

“Fine,” Sakyamuni nodded.

Looking around, Lin Fan could sense the strong presence of the Primordial Wood. The vegetation here was lush, with many spiritual herbs growing among it, gradually evolving into higher-grade herbs under the nourishment of the powerful life force.

“Disciple, why are you so quiet?” Sakyamuni noticed Lin Fan’s silence and felt puzzled.

Though he didn’t want to respond to the monk, Lin Fan’s mind was racing with thoughts.

This hidden realm containing the Primordial Wood had remained undisturbed for so long, yet now several people had appeared at the entrance. Clearly, something valuable must be hidden here.

Moreover, these weren’t the only people who would come. If Lin Fan could stir up some commotion and attract more powerful cultivators, he could scare off the monk and then, while hidden, quietly claim the “Primordial Wood” for himself.

This plan was solid—it would definitely work.

In an instant, Lin Fan floated into the air.

“Disciple, what are you doing?” Sakyamuni asked, puzzled by Lin Fan’s sudden ascent.

Without a word, Lin Fan raised his palm and slammed it down onto the ground of the hidden realm. A surge of immense power erupted, and a colossal palm strike crashed down.

Boom!

With Lin Fan’s current strength, his power was terrifyingly vast. One palm strike shook the heavens and earth.

For hundreds of miles around, the ground trembled and cracked, the once solid surface of the hidden realm breaking apart.

“Disciple, why did you suddenly attack?” Sakyamuni asked in confusion. “Could it be that you’ve been possessed by an evil spirit in this realm? Don’t worry, I’m here—I won’t stand idly by.”

“Baldy, possessed by your sister!” Lin Fan shot back, releasing a vast sword intent that tore through the air and pierced forward.

Boom! Boom!

Lin Fan refused to believe that there were no other beings in this hidden realm.

His powerful energy surged outward like a tidal wave, turning the area within a thousand miles into a battlefield of destruction.

Across the hidden realm, many powerful beings sensed the disturbance.

“Someone has made a move.”

“Let’s go check it out. Maybe someone has discovered a treasure.”

…

Now floating in the air, Lin Fan observed in all directions and sensed several powerful presences approaching from afar.

“It’s two lifeforms.”

Suddenly, the distant void was torn apart, and a powerful ripple of space surged toward them.

“Looks like the Ancient Clans.”

Lin Fan saw the newcomers and was somewhat surprised.

Just as he had suspected, there must be something valuable in this hidden realm to attract so many experts.

Divine Heaven Sixth Order.

Divine Heaven Fifth Order.

“Damn, this isn’t enough. With this baldy’s strength, he won’t even be intimidated,” Lin Fan frowned, slightly disappointed as he assessed the two Ancients.

“I get it now!” At that moment, Sakyamuni flew to Lin Fan’s side.

“What now? Making a big fuss again?” Lin Fan said helplessly.

“Disciple, I finally understand your plan! You already knew the Ancients were coming, so you created this disturbance to draw them here. Oh, what a brilliant idea! Why didn’t I think of it?” Sakyamuni’s eyes sparkled with admiration as he looked at the two Ancients.

“Disciple, leave these two Ancients to me,” Sakyamuni said, not waiting for Lin Fan’s reply before launching into action.

“Damn it!”