Bringing The Farm To Live In Another World Chapter 2278: Bad Influence

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Zhao Hai turned his gaze toward Zhou Feng, giving a slight smile as he replied, “I’m actually more concerned if he doesn’t appear. It would be preferable for him to show up, allowing me to resolve this conflict without delay.”

Zhou Feng’s eyes widened at Zhao Hai’s words, unable to hold back his surprise. Shaking his head, he warned, “Brother, you’ve only recently joined the Forbidden Path Sect, so you’re unaware of Long Batian’s fearsome power. He’s a top-ten Teleportation Stage Expert in the Inner Sect. That level of disparity isn’t something you can simply bridge. Being merely an Earth Monarch, facing off against Teleportation Stage powerhouses is impossible for you.”

A faint smile crossed Zhao Hai’s face as he responded, “Just a few days back, I took down a Teleportation Stage Expert. Now, I’m curious to see how many blows from me Long Batian can withstand. Brother, I’ll always remember your support. If I make it through this, I’ll repay the favor without fail. For now, head back—you don’t want Long Batian targeting you later on.”

Zhou Feng froze for a second after hearing Zhao Hai, hesitating briefly before gritting his teeth and declaring, “No need, Brother. I’ll stick with you. Let’s see if Long Batian has the nerve to touch me.”

Surprised by Zhou Feng’s determination, Zhao Hai probed, “It looks like Brother has some backing of his own? Though I’m not sure what fuels your confidence, it’s wiser to stay out of my mess. Getting tangled up won’t benefit you. Even if I beat Long Batian, killing him isn’t an option—the sect would punish me for it. If you join me, he’ll hold a grudge against you too, which harms you and those connected to you.”

With a cold huff, Zhou Feng shot back, “The Zhou Family and Long Family are already at odds. We’re not scared of adding more bad blood. Our strengths match theirs evenly. Long Batian won’t risk making a move on me.”

A subtle smile appeared on Zhao Hai’s lips as he said, “That’s reassuring—having a brother to stand by makes a difference. I hail from a minor group known as the Blood Knife Gang. If you could pass on a message to look after my people, that’d ease my mind. Don’t let my choices drag them down.”

Grinning, Zhou Feng assured him, “No issue at all, relax. It feels like we’ve known each other forever, even though this is our first meeting. Care to grab a drink? The Forbidden Path Sect boasts some fine spirits.”

Zhao Hai offered a faint smile and agreed, “Sure. But since it’s my debut day here and I’m still getting my bearings, I’ll leave the spot to you, Brother Zhou.”

Zhou Feng chuckled and remarked, “Offending Long Batian on your very first day—gotta say, you sure know how to stir things up.”

Smiling, Zhao Hai explained, “Long Fei tried to trample over me, so I had no choice but to push back. A cultivator like me has to hold onto some dignity.”

Bursting into laughter, Zhou Feng agreed, “Exactly right. If you’ve got the power, why let anyone walk all over you? Without fighting back, what’s even the use of cultivation?”

Gazing at Zhou Feng, Zhao Hai finally inquired, “Brother, are you into body cultivation? Your build doesn’t give it away.”

Zhou Feng had anticipated the question, so he showed no shock and simply laughed before answering, “No secrets here—I do practice body cultivation, but not the Forbidden Path Sect’s Evil Buddha Lotus Body. Years ago, I came across a manual named the Divine Elephant King Body. Its power rivals the Evil Buddha Lotus Body. That’s what got me into the Forbidden Path Sect. I turned the manual over to them, earning my direct entry into the Inner Sect. While the Evil Buddha Lotus Body stresses harsh self-discipline and torment, the Divine Elephant King Body skips that. Mine demands immense blood qi. My current look stems from being at the minor achievement level. Once I advance further, my form will normalize.”

Zhao Hai gave a nod, eyeing Zhou Feng as he commented, “Even stuck in the Earth Monarch Realm, Brother Zhou, you’ve got enough skill to claim a spot in the Inner Sect. It’s not solely your technique, is it? Your talent must play a big role in your strength.”

Zhou Feng blinked in surprise at Zhao Hai’s observation, then chuckled and admitted, “You got me there, though it’s still a bit flattering to hear.”

Zhao Hai blinked too before joining in the laughter. He found this plump fellow rather amusing. Their chat flowed like that of two mischief-making pals.

Just as in Demonheart City, the Forbidden Path Sect featured its own eateries. These spots weren’t budget-friendly, taking contribution points or spirit stones for payment. Zhou Feng knew the place well, guiding Zhao Hai right in. A server approached, saluting Zhou Feng with a fist and greeting, “Senior Brother Zhou, what’ll it be today?”

Zhou Feng dismissed the question with a wave, instructing, “Junior Brother Yu, bring out a spread of your top dishes. Junior Brother Zhao and I plan to enjoy some drinks.”

The server bowed his head and replied, “Got it, Brother Zhou. Give me a minute—I’ll get it all set up right away.” Zhou Feng just waved him off, letting the server depart.

Alone once more, Zhou Feng turned to Zhao Hai and asked, “Brother, are you a body cultivator too? Your physique doesn’t scream it. Since you see me as your senior brother, mind sharing your cultivation technique?”

A faint smile played on Zhao Hai’s lips as he disclosed, “Nothing to conceal. Back in my youth, I acquired a text called the Demon Subjugation Method. It’s a Buddhist technique.”

Zhou Feng’s eyes widened again at this revelation, his mood shifting to excitement as they sparkled. “Brother, you truly mastered a Buddhist body cultivation method?”

With a nod, Zhao Hai met Zhou Feng’s gaze and questioned, “Is there an issue with practicing a Buddhist body cultivation method?”

Zhou Feng let out a hearty laugh and explained, “Not a single problem—in fact, I congratulate you. You’re aware the Forbidden Path Sect’s core art is the Evil Buddha Lotus Body, another Buddhist technique. Switching from typical methods to it proves incredibly tough. Few body cultivation paths transition smoothly into the Evil Buddha Lotus Body. Yet Buddhist body cultivation methods align perfectly with it.”

Arching his eyebrows, Zhao Hai probed, “So that implies cultivating the Evil Buddha Lotus Body would speed up my advancement compared to most, correct?”

Grinning widely, Zhou Feng confirmed, “Absolutely. You’d outpace the majority by far!”

Zhao Hai nodded thoughtfully. Now he grasped why the elders had been so eager to claim him as a disciple. It went beyond his natural gifts—it tied to his cultivation path.

The Evil Buddha Lotus Body stemmed from Buddhist body cultivation roots. It started as a genuine Buddhist art before twisting into a demonic one. Standard body cultivation techniques struggled to adapt due to its heritage. Most opted to restart from scratch for simplicity.

Conventional body cultivation paths diverged sharply from Buddhist ones. Thus, swapping to the Evil Buddha Lotus Body challenged others greatly. Plus, after years with regular techniques, body cultivators needed adjustment time for the Buddhist style. Those short on talent saw sluggish or no gains. That’s why the Forbidden Path Sect valued anyone who could thrive with it.

Since Zhao Hai followed a Buddhist body cultivation technique, combined with his exceptional talent, the elders would be fools to overlook him without vying for discipleship.

Still, the elders recognized their limited pull against the sect’s heavyweights. Forcing the issue would only hinder Zhao Hai’s prospects. Ultimately, they stepped back, intending to hand him over to the sect’s top figures.

The Zhou Clan held major sway in the Forbidden Path Sect, so Zhou Feng stayed informed on internal matters. He knew Zhao Hai stood out as a top disciple prospect. Hearing of his Buddhist method thrilled Zhou Feng. Though Zhao Hai hadn’t formally joined, once the leaders learned of him, they’d ensure his safety. At minimum, no harm would befall him before the Heart Refining Road.

Post-Heart Refining Road, safety remained assured. The trial yielded just two outcomes. One: the Forbidden Path Sect uncovers Zhao Hai as a spy, leading to his execution. Two: they recognize his genius and invest resources in his growth. By then, the Long Family wouldn’t risk targeting him. Despite their influence, they’d avoid disrupting the sect’s long-term strategies. Zhao Hai would be secure.

Of course, Zhou Feng harbored deeper intentions. The Zhou and Long Families clashed often, their powers balanced. Neither could overpower the other. But now, Zhou Feng had befriended Zhao Hai while Long Fei had antagonized him. Should Zhao Hai pass the Heart Refining Road, he’d secure inner disciple status at least, possibly core disciple. That would bolster the Zhou Family immensely. If Zhao Hai kept rising, the Zhous would gain leverage over the Longs.

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