Chapter 854: Chapter 28 Dragon’s Blood_3
Pu Lin said solemnly, "Too evil, you say? The Tilu fighters of today are the heroes of our Pu Yan clan. They have sacrificed their souls for the development of our Pu Yan clan, and they will forever be respected by our people. Not just anyone can use this witchcraft; one must possess great strength and unwavering belief, or else, the spell cannot be completed. Every Tilu fighter that has finished the witchcraft is the bravest warrior in our Pu Yan clan. Within our clan, there is a test, and warriors who pass this test receive the method to use the witchcraft and the spell from the Prophet. Should any situation arise that threatens the safety of our Pu Yan clan, these warriors will not hesitate to initiate the witchcraft, transforming themselves into powerful Tilu fighters in an instant. After the great disaster, other races have regarded our Pu Yan clan as prey, thinking that, as we have inherited our culture for over ten thousand years, we must have hoarded countless treasures. Both overtly and covertly, they have invaded our territory countless times. During each critical moment, our clan’s fighters used the witchcraft to become the most powerful Tilu fighters and wiped out the enemies. After the enemies were eradicated, they too lost their souls and consciousness, and could only be directed by a Prophet like me. That is why we have grown to despise these foreign people so much. Over the past thousand years, our Pu Yan clan has faced one hundred and twenty-one major crises, and because of these crises, two hundred and seventy-six heroes have been transformed into Tilu fighters. Except for eleven who were completely destroyed in battle, to this day there are still two hundred and sixty-five Tilu fighters alive. The oldest among them is over nine hundred years old. Although their powers will not increase, they have become our Pu Yan clan’s most powerful secret weapon."
Ah Dai asked in confusion, "Since the Tilu fighters are so powerful, wouldn’t a few dozen be enough? Why are there so many?"
Pu Lin gave a bitter smile and said, "Our Pu Yan clan consists of more than thirty tribes. Although we can’t compare to our former golden age, we still cover a large area, and it’s impossible for Tilu fighters to be nearby during every enemy attack. In times of great crisis, to protect their own people, the strong warriors will invariably choose to sacrifice their souls to use the witchcraft, instantly boosting their power. If the requirements for the witchcraft were not so high, there would be even more Tilu fighters over the past thousand years. Even today, some who covet the non-existent treasures of our Pu Yan clan sneak into our tribes. That’s why we Pu Yan people hate those from other clans so much, unwilling to make contact with them."
After thinking for a moment, Ah Dai said, "Prophet Pu Lin, do you think that Yan Shi’s wife might have been killed by outsiders this time?"
Pu Lin shook his head and replied, "I’m not sure. Tonight, all will be revealed. Children, I’ve told you the secret of the Pu Yan clan’s Tilu fighters to make you understand that if you ever encounter powerful enemies in the future, the Tilu fighters of our Pu Yan clan will be your most loyal allies. They will be your greatest aid."
Ah Dai and Xuan Yue looked at each other, and Xuan Yue sighed, "These Tilu fighters are the most pitiable people. We would rather not have their help. Their souls are already gone; better to let them live quietly in the Tilu Temple, don’t you think?"
A shimmer of tears flickered in Pu Lin’s eyes, "You’re right, these predecessors have given too much for the Pu Yan clan. Let’s talk about this some other time. However, even if you don’t want their help, I still need to tell you the method to control them, because my days are numbered. You must promise me that after I impart to you the method to mobilize the Tilu fighters, you will never use them for your own purposes. Also, I have another request, which is that you should not tell anyone that you know you are the Saviors. Let things take their own course; it’s for the best. If the Church learns that you are the Saviors they’re looking for, they may limit your development. Xuan Yue, you should understand what I mean by that."
Before Xuan Yue could reply, Ah Dai hurriedly said, "Prophet Pu Lin, why are your days numbered?"
Pu Lin sighed, "As a Prophet, I have already lived quite long. After all, having revealed the secrets of heaven, I’m bound to be punished by the Sky God. Although I cannot completely foresee my own end, it likely isn’t far off."
Xuan Yue and Ah Dai exchanged glances, and Xuan Yue said, "Since we are the Saviors as you mentioned, wouldn’t it be better to tell the Church about it? That way we might receive more help in the future."
Ah Dai said, "Prophet Pu Lin, nothing will happen to you; you can surely live for several more decades."
Pu Lin raised his hand to stop Xuan Yue and Ah Dai from continuing, a serene smile on his face, "Life is always finite, and I am no exception. As I mentioned earlier, among the Prophets, I am already considered old. Some of my predecessors didn’t even live to see thirty. I am quite content now. Xuan Yue, I understand that as someone from the Church, if you don’t report such an important matter to the Pope, you might feel uneasy. But remember my words, everyone has their own destiny, which is already arranged by the gods. If it’s interfered with by external forces, destiny may change slightly. Like you, now that you have already stepped onto the wheel of fate, you must follow your own destiny. Going with the flow is the best option; do you understand, Xuan Yue?"
