Chapter 147
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Chapter 147: The Savior Organization’s Intervention
Mu Lin departed from Master Meng Rui’s small courtyard with abundant gains.
Meanwhile, in a sealed underground chamber of Anping City, Zuo Li from the Savior Organization (also called the Salvation Society) contacted his leader through an oil lamp, reporting all recent events.
"Has the prophecy changed?"
The faceless leader with an indistinct voice showed no alarm upon hearing this. He/she seemed to have expected this outcome, calmly soothing Zuo Li’s agitated state.
"No need for panic or worry. The future holds infinite possibilities—my prophecies aren’t absolute truths."
"Moreover, nine months have passed since I first foresaw the future and founded the Salvation Society. During this time, we’ve altered countless tragedies through our actions. Naturally, these changes would create discrepancies between my original visions and current reality."
Zuo Li breathed easier at these words, but soon remembered a crucial matter. "My Lord, what about Qin Yuan? Should we still collaborate with him now that he’s lost Flowers and Butterflies?"
"Continue the partnership. His remarkable talent ensures he’ll become a Puppet Master. With him and his puppets assisting us, our efforts will become significantly easier. Besides…" The mysterious voice paused meaningfully. "His deep blood feud with the Night Demon guarantees he’ll fight evil spirits to the death without needing persuasion—he’s a true hero."
After a deliberate silence, the voice added, "Flowers and Butterflies remain essential to Qin Yuan. You must convince Master Meng Rui to retrieve them from Mu Lin and transfer ownership to Qin Yuan."
"But…" Zuo Li hesitated, not from reluctance but practicality. "Master Meng Rui might refuse."
A soft chuckle echoed through the oil lamp. "She’ll comply. When that shrewd woman learns of Qin Yuan’s future achievements as a master-level Puppet Master who’ll help complete her ultimate work… she’ll make the logical choice."
Understanding dawned on Zuo Li. "Revealing the future… Wise as ever, Leader. This approach should succeed."
Indeed, what master would reject a disciple destined to reach pinnacle heights and assist in creating her magnum opus? The Puppet Twin Flowers and Butterflies seemed certain to pass to Qin Yuan now.
……
Zuo Li moved with military efficiency. After getting the leader’s command, he rushed to visit Master Meng Rui almost immediately.
Mu Lin had only just left. The Puppet Master’s emotions still surged with restless energy as she paced her workshop.
"Our art of puppetry remains scorned as a lesser path by the orthodox sects. Though not openly suppressed and popular among commoners, both true powerful beings and noble families’ Legitimate Sons dismiss our craft."
She understood the reasons perfectly.
Focusing on external puppets rather than internal cultivation produced numerous mid-tier practitioners—their combat strength decent through proxy battles. But this advantage vanished at the Transformation Realm threshold.
Firstly, neglecting body cultivation made reaching the Transformation Realm exponentially harder for Puppet Masters. Their numbers dwindled drastically at higher levels.
Secondly… materials.
Powerful puppets demanded rare, exorbitantly priced components. As a master constantly scrambling for Spirit Stones, Meng Rui knew better than anyone the staggering costs of high-tier puppetry.
Of course, her current financial desperation also stemmed from ambitions—that super-puppet project meant to catalyze her own advancement…
In the eyes of major renowned sects, Puppet Masters were seen as practitioners of a limited future path – nothing more than a minor side branch.
Master Meng Rui had come to terms with this judgment long ago.
Yet Mu Lin’s emergence revealed new possibilities to her.
"A few brushstrokes could elevate talismans to masterwork quality. A single enlightenment could sublimate entire cultivation methods."
"Though his Spiritual Roots Talent isn’t supreme, his comprehension surpasses all. After Condensing Essence and Refining the Evil, comprehension outweighs Spiritual Roots in importance. With him, our Puppet Master lineage might produce a Celestial Master… even a True Lord. Our entire sect’s potential could be elevated…"
The concept of one person uplifting an entire sect seemed improbable, yet this world where supreme power resides in individuals had witnessed such miracles before. All renowned sects began when extraordinary talents carved new paths, later expanded by followers.
While lacking path-forging vision herself, Meng Rui knew she could follow where true pioneers led.
Her hopeful musings darkened as reality intruded.
"Mu Lin’s gifts are undeniable… yet he resists the puppetry path…"
"I must redirect him without causing resentment…"
The puppet master frowned in deep contemplation when Zuo Li’s arrival interrupted her thoughts.
"I recall you – Qin Yuan’s associate. State your purpose."
Her chilly tone betrayed unresolved frustrations.
Zuo Li’s eyes narrowed fractionally.
‘Troubled mood. Inopportune timing… Or perhaps not.’ Remembering his leader’s prophecies and Qin Yuan’s destined path, his resolve solidified.
"We bring favorable news. Surely you’ve sensed the world’s transformations, Master?"
Meng Rui stiffened, abandoning her reclined posture to sit upright.
"Your affiliation?"
"The Savior Organization."
"Presumptuous title! Should calamity strike, established powers like Dragon Tiger Mountain, Yuqing, and Great Bright Temple would lead the response. What role remains for upstarts?"
"When heaven falters, all earth’s children face peril," Zuo Li countered. "Master, let’s dispense with games. Our leader foresees futures – witnessed the Great Spirit Dynasty’s collapse, the world overrun by strange evil spirits. He established our organization to prevent this catastrophe."
Meng Rui’s skeptical silence didn’t surprise him. Experience had taught how to handle doubters.
"Our visions included you, Master. You complete an ultimate work puppet for your advancement."
His knowing smile widened. "Succeeding through another’s aid. Surely you recognize this collaborator…"
"Mu Lin!" The name burst from her lips unbidden.
"Ah…"
