System: I Can Open Martial Arts Chests

Chapter 445: Chapter 254: The Death of Enlightenment

Was it that he couldn’t hold on, or has he died?

Chu Qing was somewhat surprised, thinking that Enlightenment could hold on until the end... but it turns out he couldn’t.

"Who should we look for?"

Lan Shuyi’s voice reached his ears.

Chu Qing composed himself and chuckled lightly:

"Of course we need to go look for Enlightenment."

Even if he’s dead, he can still be found.

Dying at this moment is rather convenient.

Lan Shuyi was taken aback upon hearing this, and looking around, she realized that they weren’t far from where Enlightenment was located in the Taiheng Sect.

Clearly, Chu Qing intended to lead the group this way after coming out of the Myriad Sword Forest.

She reminded herself that the third young master’s sense of revenge was not weaker than that of the Vajra Sect’s Abbot.

Since it’s right in front of them, they naturally should pay a visit.

The group immediately walked toward the Vajra Sect’s people’s courtyard, which was quite tranquil.

However, the Martial Monks guarding the gate changed their expressions upon seeing Chu Qing and Lan Shuyi.

One quickly ran into the courtyard, while the other stepped forward with a resolute expression, clasping his hands together:

"Greetings to all benefactors, may I ask what brings you here?"

"Coincidentally, we had some business nearby and heard from the Taiheng Sect disciples that Enlightenment Abbot resides here. Thinking our actions yesterday were perhaps too harsh, we decided to pay a visit."

Chu Qing said with a light smile:

"Did the master just go inside to inform? Should we wait briefly by the gate?"

Noticing Chu Qing’s courteous demeanor, the Martial Monk was momentarily perplexed.

Yesterday, Chu Qing was aggressive in words and actions, showing no mercy.

Today, he’s become a good person?

Feeling increasingly cautious, yet unable to refuse.

Searching for words to deflect, but running out of things to say... In the end, repeatedly mumbling ’Amitabha’.

Just then, someone came out from the gate.

It was Zen Master Xingzhi.

The old monk had kind and gentle features, and from a distance, he uttered a ’Amitabha’, then spoke:

"The third young master’s intention is appreciated."

"Zen Master Xingzhi."

Chu Qing slightly bowed:

"May I ask if Enlightenment Abbot is well?"

"The Abbot is well."

Zen Master Xingzhi nodded:

"Please come in, I’ve already sent someone to invite the Abbot here."

"Please."

Chu Qing smiled, walking alongside Xingzhi into the courtyard.

Both parties seemed to be full of smiles, conversing happily, as if there was no friction between them, unexpectedly harmonious.

Lan Shuyi was on the side keeping the mood light, skilled at acting.

Xingzhi led them all the way to the main hall, but before reaching it, two little novices ran over, faces pale, exclaiming:

"It’s not good, it’s not good!"

Xingzhi’s expression changed, as those who came out naturally had some skills.

Though the little novices’ martial arts were not high, their manners were traditionally steadfast; how could they lose composure like this?

Sensing trouble, but keeping a composed face:

"In front of guests, how can you be so discourteous? Whatever the matter, speak slowly."

The two little novices panted for breath before saying:

"The Abbot, he... he... has passed away!"

"!!!"

Xingzhi’s eyes widened instantly:

"How could this be, not even..."

At this point, disregarding Chu Qing and others present, he hurriedly headed toward the backyard.

The whole courtyard was in chaos from the words ’the Abbot has passed away’, and no one paid attention to Chu Qing and the others.

Chu Qing and Lan Shuyi exchanged a glance, seeing surprise in each other’s eyes.

However, Chu Qing’s surprise was feigned, whereas Lan Shuyi’s true or false surprise was unclear.

Despite this, both acted swiftly, following behind Zen Master Xingzhi toward the backyard.

The central room in the backyard had its doors wide open.

The wailing of several young monks came from the room; Xingzhi was the first to enter, waving the young monks out. Upon seeing Enlightenment, his face turned atrocious.

Enlightenment’s whole body lay heaped on the ground.

Like a pile of flesh with its bones removed.

Blood still flowed from the seven orifices.

The body still had residual warmth, suggesting death not long ago.

"How could this happen..."

Spoke Xingzhi, unable to help but glance at Chu Qing.

Realizing something was amiss... The injuries left by Chu Qing in Enlightenment’s body, though troublesome, were not without remedy.

Wouldn’t result in this.

And this scene, even Lan Shuyi watched with wide eyes.

This time, the shock in his eyes was genuinely sincere.

However, deep perplexity remained... How did he die?

Chu Qing had already approached, pretending to examine closely, then said seriously:

"Strange... truly strange."

Zen Master Xingzhi quickly asked:

"Does the third young master have any findings?"

Chu Qing shook his head slightly:

"It seems Enlightenment Abbot’s bones were forcibly shattered by a powerful technique.

"Yet... there are no obvious external injuries.

"This force seems similar to Beating the Bull from a Distance, causing internal skeletal damage without harming the surface.

"Strange and unusual indeed, Zen Master Xingzhi, Enlightenment Abbot appears to have just died...

"Ask the little novices outside if they heard any unusual disturbances inside the room earlier?"

"Alright."

Zen Master Xingzhi nodded and immediately called over those young novices.

Upon inquiry, they reported hearing nothing.

Previously, Enlightenment had been in the room regulating his breath, suppressing the internal injuries caused by Chu Qing.