The Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation, legend has it, was created by the descendants of the ancient God of War, Chi You, with the initial purpose of resurrecting Chi You.
However, under the obstruction of countless righteous cultivators, Chi You was ultimately not revived, but the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation was passed down.
Yan Shouyi learned about the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation from a scroll within the Lu Ban Book. Yet, even the Lu Ban Book did not contain detailed records of this formation, merely sketching out its diagram.
As for whether the formation was effective, what conditions were needed to achieve it, or what would happen upon its completion, Yan Shouyi knew nothing.
The map left by Zhong Qi in prison earlier had looked familiar to Yan Shouyi, and it was only in the bathroom just now that he finally deciphered it.
This was because simply marking the three locations, including Shanghang Art School, was insufficient to form the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation. The map left by Zhong Qi uniquely failed to indicate the Min River.
The Min River, which runs through Rongcheng from east to west, was the most crucial element in forming the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation. Once Yan Shouyi understood this, he recognized the formation.
"You've indeed figured it out, worthy of being a Lu Ban successor."
Lu Jing nodded approvingly, then said, "The conditions for setting up the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation are extremely stringent. First, one must find three locations with extremely heavy fiendish energy, using these three places as formation eyes to utilize the fiendish energy to power the entire formation. Second, a river must flow through, connecting the three points in a straight line. After performing certain sacrifices, the formation activates, devouring the lives of all citizens in the city, using their lives as sustenance to reverse Yin and Yang and create a cycle of reincarnation!"
"The Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation, in simple terms, is the creation of a small-scale Six Paths of Reincarnation, allowing a certain individual to be reborn on the spot. Their memories will not be erased, nor will their cultivation disappear, but they will reappear in the human world in the state of an infant. Infants are the most receptive to the communication between heaven and earth. Once that person is successfully reborn, they can be called a Half-Immortal!"
Yan Shouyi murmured, "Half-Immortal..."
The definition of an immortal had long surpassed Yan Shouyi's comprehension.
However, in the world of gods and ghosts, it seemed nothing was impossible.
If the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation were to succeed, then the entire Rongcheng would become a living hell, and all its citizens would become sacrifices. Would a Half-Immortal created at such a cost be a good person?
Rather than calling them a Half-Immortal, they might as well be called a demon.
"Senior Lu Jing, is everything you said true?" Yan Shouyi couldn't help but ask.
Lu Jing slowly replied, "The Lu Shan Sect has been a sect with thousands of years of heritage. Although some ancient texts have been lost, I would not joke about the matter of the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation."
Yan Shouyi asked again, "If what you say is true, and this Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation could be activated at any moment, then the citizens of Rongcheng are in great danger... Do you know who the mastermind behind this formation is?"
"I know."
Lu Jing took a deep breath and answered, "The Sect Master of our Lu Shan Sect, Lu Jingsheng!"
Yan Shouyi's eyes widened, his pupils constricting to the size of pinpricks.
Lu Jingsheng?
Lin Zhitong's master, the Sect Master of the Lu Shan Sect.
That kind-faced old man?
He had even made arrangements with Yan Shouyi to jointly refine the Nine Dragon Fiend-Dispelling Grand Formation at Shanghang Art School!
If the mastermind behind the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation was Lu Jingsheng – then everything was truly terrifying!
Yan Shouyi was stunned for a long time, unsure of what to say. Perhaps he couldn't bring himself to believe that Lu Jingsheng was such a person.
Lu Jing sighed and said, "Think about it carefully. With the Sect Master's abilities, since he could set up the Nine Dragon Fiend-Dispelling Grand Formation, why didn't he perfect it, leaving some loopholes and having to personally go to dispel fiends every year? And think about it again, with so many ghosts in Pingan Building, right at the doorstep of the Lu Shan Sect, would he just stand by and do nothing?"
With Lu Jing's reminder, Yan Shouyi also noticed the unusual nature of the situation.
Lu Jingsheng was no ordinary person; he was the Sect Master of the Lu Shan Sect. Even if he were not proficient in formations, it was absolutely impossible for him to set up a flawed Nine Dragon Fiend-Dispelling Formation.
Moreover, the ghosts in Pingan Building were clearly not very strong, yet he chose to ignore them, merely trapping them within the building using a formation.
These actions, by all accounts, were not normal.
There is always a reason for unusual occurrences. Even if Lu Jingsheng had no ill intentions, his actions were still worthy of suspicion.
Lu Jing said, "Lu Jingsheng and I are fellow disciples. We were both orphans adopted by our master back then, given the surname Lu. I always knew that Senior Disciple Brother, the Sect Master, appeared amiable and kind, but was a sinister person behind closed doors. That's why I always opposed him, suspecting he had ulterior motives. To outsiders, I instead became the most disliked villain."
"But I don't care. Those who cultivate the Dao focus on following their own will and having a clear conscience! Therefore, I have never bothered to explain, letting them misunderstand. I have also never overlooked what Senior Disciple Brother the Sect Master has done. It was only a few days ago that I finally understood the matter of the Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation, and then learned that you had visited these places. Having witnessed your Lu Ban skills, I came to discuss it with you!"
"Since you are a Lu Ban successor and grew up with Lin Zhitong, you are the most suitable candidate! If Lu Jingsheng succeeds, you know the consequences. Therefore, only by joining forces can we stop him! If you still don't believe me, I will tell you just one thing, and after hearing it, you will naturally understand!"
Yan Shouyi said solemnly, "Please tell me."
"You should know that Lu Jingsheng arranged a marriage for Lin Zhitong, but you don't know who the fiancé is," Lu Jing said. "Lin Zhitong's fiancé is from the Bai family, named Bai Yusheng!"
Boom!
It was as if thunder struck Yan Shouyi's mind.
Although he had been somewhat prepared, when Lu Jing revealed the truth, Yan Shouyi couldn't help but feel shocked.
Bai Yusheng, that Bai family member who had committed countless wicked deeds.
He had tried to kill Yan Shouyi several times, and now Lu Jingsheng was actually marrying Lin Zhitong to this scoundrel?!
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Yan Shouyi regained his composure and asked, "Does Zhitong herself know about this?"
Lu Jing shook his head, "She only knows that her fiancé is from the Bai family, but she doesn't know that person is Bai Yusheng."
"I understand."
Yan Shouyi closed his eyes and let out a long sigh.
At least Lin Zhitong hadn't kept it from him.
Since things had come to this point, getting angry was useless. Yan Shouyi could only think about how to resolve the matter.
Lin Zhitong certainly could not marry Bai Yusheng.
Lu Jingsheng's plan must not succeed.
However...
Yan Shouyi still maintained a suspicious attitude towards everything Lu Jing had said.
After all, it was all Lu Jing's word against his.
What if Lu Jing was also deceiving him?
If Lu Jing was a bad person, and Yan Shouyi helped him deal with Lu Jingsheng, wouldn't that mean he was also doing wrong?!
Yan Shouyi remained silent, pondering for a long time.
Finally, he said, "Senior Lu Jing, I have taken today's matters to heart. As for whether what you said is true or false, I will investigate slowly. Once I uncover the truth, I will not hesitate to do what needs to be done."
Lu Jing understood that it would be difficult to gain Yan Shouyi's complete trust.
So he did not rush to say more, but calmly stated, "If you have the chance, go and look at the Liu family ancestral home again."
"The Liu family ancestral home?" Yan Shouyi blinked, "Did something happen there?"
Lu Jing shook his head, "It's no use telling you. Only when you see it with your own eyes will you know what happened."
Yan Shouyi felt a vague sense of unease in his heart.
It had been quite some time since he had promised Liu Jingkang to repair his ancestral home for him.
However, Liu Jingkang had not rushed him during this period, and the Liu family had shown no signs of activity.
Could it be that something had happened to the Liu family?!
Yan Shouyi couldn't help but think of Liu Jiaren and Liu Yiren.
He began to feel anxious, wishing he could set off for the mountain immediately.
Lu Jing patted Yan Shouyi on the shoulder and said, "I have said what I needed to say. Whether it is true or false depends on your own judgment. When you go to the Liu family ancestral home, if you wish to contact me again, I will be waiting for you at Wenru Fang in Sanfang Qixiang."
Yan Shouyi nodded, "Thank you, Senior Lu Jing."
"After I leave, remember not to tell anyone about our meeting tonight. Just act as if I never came."
"I understand, Junior."
Lu Jing waved his hand, and the five-colored flag was retrieved. His figure quickly disappeared.
Yan Shouyi let out a long breath and looked back at the bustling Rongcheng.
Who would have thought that beneath this prosperous city, a Refining Fiend Rebirth Grand Formation had already taken shape.
Those who were lost in the pursuit of pleasure amidst the bright lights and festivities were unaware of how close death had drawn to them.
True or false, false or true.
Whether Lu Jing's words were true or false would only be revealed when Yan Shouyi went to the Liu family ancestral home tomorrow.