I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, So I’ll Max Out My Defense

Chapter 219: 220: The Ignorant Cultivators

Translator: 549690339

“Flesh Mountain?”

“Has that thing revived?”

“What’s the big deal with Flesh Mountain? Isn’t it just a chunk of flesh? Although it might influence the mind a bit, it surely can’t be that serious, right?”

“You bunch of second-generation ancestors live all your life in luxury, how would you know what the outside world is like!”

The words of the two Saint Heirs ignited the emotions of the cultivators present.

Most cultivators had never been to the borderlands, only occasionally practicing in dangerous territories for some time, and even worse, some believed Flesh Mountain to be a harmless product, merely a means to temper one’s Primordial Spirit.

That caused discontent among the group of iron-blooded men. A bunch of spoiled second-generation good-for-nothings was bad enough, but now they had the gall to spout nonsense. Flesh Mountain not a big deal? They really wanted to throw these unlucky fools into the borderlands!

Li Xiaobai’s expression shifted, as if he understood what they were discussing. It was said that the Flesh Mountain existed in the borderlands, and these small Flesh Mountains within the sects were brought back from the borderlands by the powerful.

“Correct, the matters we want to discuss are related to Flesh Mountain,” Zhen Qiankun nodded.

“The affairs of the Tianbei Secret Realm, Young Master Li is also a witness. Flesh Mountain has revived within the inner borders of the Immortal Spirit Continent, which is not a good sign. The Immortal Spirit Daily reported earlier that the Flesh Mountains in the borderlands seemed restless, showing signs of going berserk on the same day.”

“That day, almost all Flesh Mountains were reviving, frenzied. The cultivators stationed in the borderlands felt greatly increased pressure. If this continues for long, the Immortal Spirit Continent may face a great disaster.”

Li Xiaobai nodded, indeed it was so; he had seen similar reports. However, at that time, he was in the limelight, and the next day’s Immortal Spirit Daily page was all replaced with his news, and the reports of the disaster threatening the Mainland were suppressed.

Needless to say, it must have been Elder Tianji’s doing; for the sake of newspaper sales, he was capable of such actions.

“Saint Heir, is Flesh Mountain really that terrifying? All of our clan sects have this thing, how could it possibly be a threat to the Mainland?”

Liu Ming asked with a puzzled expression, and the other cultivators had similar looks, living all year round in Central Province, they were not clear about Flesh Mountain.

“Yeah, I’ve seen Flesh Mountain; it’s not that scary. I’m not well-educated, Saint Heir, don’t scare me.”

“This Flesh Mountain should be an opportunity, right? Could the revival of Flesh Mountain mean that our Primordial Spirits can undergo a stronger baptism?”

The cultivators said.

“You bunch of spoiled heirs, all day idling and playing around, even self-styling your indulgence as cultivation and tempering, it’s a complete joke. You don’t even know the biggest enemy of this world. I can only say, you’re very lucky but also very sad.”

“Because when the disaster truly arrives, you’ll be the first batch to die. There is no need to doubt my words. Maybe you feel that your cultivation level is not bad, but in the borderlands, even cultivators of the Nascent Soul Stage can have a hard fight with you, and if it’s a matter of life and death, winning is an absolute certainty.”

A brawny man with a loud voice said, almost laughing with anger at these words. As for these ignorant second-generation heirs, he couldn’t even muster the energy to hate.

In his opinion, it was best if these people just quietly enjoyed their lives without making a fuss about anything.

“What do you mean by that, brother? I understand that you are cultivators who guard the borderlands, protecting our homes and country, which is why we have been patient with you, but your disdain is a bit too much, don’t you think?”

“Indeed, I am a True Disciple of Devil Cloud Cave, and by acting this way, you’re simply not taking me into consideration,”

A cultivator expressed dissatisfaction. It was this group of people who had stood up and spoken for Li Xiaobai earlier, but now when Flesh Mountain was mentioned, they began to blatantly mock them.

At past debates, everyone was amiable, boosting and praising each other, leaving each person feeling elated and comfortable afterward. No one expected, like this time, to be directly scrubbed on the ground with coarse language, causing them all to lose face.

“Heh, you are not the apple of my eye, so why should I pay you any attention?”

“Ignorance isn’t your fault, but wandering around aimlessly is your mistake. Instead of spending time bragging to others outside, you’d be better off going home and asking your elders about the real truths of this world. Living for decades without even understanding the structure of this realm is indeed quite sad.”

The burly man said dispassionately, not giving any face at all, which left many cultivators with an ashen complexion.

They all looked towards Zhen Qiankun, hoping the Saint Heir would speak up for them, but their hopes were quickly dashed. The Saint Heir, who was normally amiable towards everyone, showed no intention of speaking up for them today, but instead wore a stern expression.

“What they said is correct. Indeed, you should get to know about the structure of this world. There are some things that you need to be aware of, not knowing them doesn’t mean you don’t need to know. In the past, it was a peaceful era, and it wasn’t necessary to know too much. However, times have changed; a chaotic era is about to begin, and no one can avoid it. There are some responsibilities that must be assumed,”

Zhen Qiankun said.

“Ah, what…”

The cultivators were astonished, even the Saint Heir spoke like this.

“Gentlemen, don’t think I’m being insensitive. Think about it, how often have you seen the cultivators guarding the borders in recent years? I’ve specially invited the borderland’s heroes to participate in this debate to highlight the seriousness of the situation,”

“Indeed, the strength of Flesh Mountain is beyond your imagination. Even if it stood still and let you attack, you might not be able to make a dent.”

Li Xiaobai nodded in approval. Today was worthwhile, perhaps these borderland cultivators knew more about Flesh Mountain and its mysteries.

“Kikiki, exactly, you know nothing about the power of Flesh Mountain!” Ji Wuqing joined the conversation.

“Then do tell, where exactly lies the strength of Flesh Mountain?”

Liu Ming’s face flushed with anger, he could no longer remember how many times he had gotten angry today, but helpless as he was at the debate, no matter how angry he became, he had to suppress it.

“Heh, I’m not trying to scare you. Just take the Flesh Mountain in the Tianbei Secret Realm as an example. One day, a Mahayana Realm powerhouse was crossing their Heavenly Tribulation, attempting to use the lightning to strike against Flesh Mountain. In the end, it held up against the assault, and it was only after the powerhouse conjured a humanoid lightning that they managed to defeat Flesh Mountain. Yet even so, Flesh Mountain didn’t die but escaped,”

“How do you compare to the power of a Mahayana Realm’s Heavenly Tribulation? If you think you’re stronger than that, then ignore what I’ve said,”

Li Xiaobai spoke indifferently.

Liu Ming closed his mouth, as did the other dissenting cultivators. They knew Li Xiaobai was speaking the truth; in such a situation, the other party wouldn’t dare to boast, and seeing the expressions of the Saint Heir and the burly men, it seemed there was no exaggeration in their words.

What the Saint Heirs were discussing now was a very serious matter, not something they could interfere with at will. The cultivators had a sense of propriety in their minds.