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

Chapter 807: Chapter 808: Splashed All Over You
 

Second Peak.

Several mere mortals inside the latrine are handing over duties to Li Xiaobai and others.

“Honorable Immortals, my humble name is Jiang Shun. We mere mortals can handle the cleaning of the latrine. You Immortals need only to stand aside and watch for a moment; we are very quick.”

The leading mortal spoke with trepidation, how could they dare to have the lofty Immortals clean the latrines for them?

“It’s alright. Your work is not easy, and since the sect has sent us to clean the latrines, we will certainly do it diligently.”

Li Xiaobai said with a smile, showing no disrespect due to differences in cultivation levels or status.

“Since that’s the case, please watch…”

After a session of instruction, the four of them began to clean the latrine with great effort. It was only by getting their hands dirty that they realized that even a latrine was not so simple.

The filth here, being expelled from the disciples of the Human Immortal Realm, was very fecund, containing a good deal of energy and nutrients. Although this was mere garbage to cultivators, for the ordinary common folk, it was fertile ground.

Within the lands dependent on the Sword Sect, there were many nations of mere mortals. In the latrine, a Formation was set up. By placing the waste upon it, the energy and fertility could be extracted and sent to the nations of mere mortals. This was of great benefit to their agriculture.

In other words, their job of cleaning the latrine was not just about making it clean but was primarily for the benefit of the mortal nations to improve their livelihoods.

No wonder the mere mortals were so enthusiastic about their work when they arrived; the more waste they cleaned away, the more their own nations benefited. The better their crops grew, the more they were not cleaning for the Sword Sect but for their own homes and countries.

“What great merit this is!”

Ergouzi muttered to itself, and during the cleaning process, the Merit Value above its head began to rise steadily.

Chunks of filth were thrown onto the Formation, and after the energy was withdrawn, they turned into ashes.

Sending energy to various nations and benefiting the creatures and commoners for a better life was definitely an act of immense merit.

However, since the beneficiaries were all mere mortals, the increase in Merit Value was not as much as one might think. Nevertheless, it was still much faster than reciting scriptures.

“Sir, let us help you.”

Jiang Shun and the other mortals dawdled, unwilling to leave. They did not trust the Immortals to clean by themselves. In their eyes, Immortals were above worldly concerns, and even though these Immortals were currently working hard, they could not guarantee that the enthusiasm would last.

If the Immortals decided to drop the work and walk away, they would have nowhere to cry.

“Sure, let’s work together for abundant clothing and food.”

Li Xiaobai cheerfully said, and together with everyone else, they shoveled the waste piece by piece onto the Formation, turning it into ashes.

Seeing the Merit Values above everyone’s heads continuously increase even brightened his mood.

This merit constantly reminded them that they were doing good deeds; it felt quite delightful.

A streak of light flashed, and several figures slowly approached outside the latrine.

“Yo, Junior Brother Li, you really did come to clean the latrines?”

“Weren’t you quite arrogant up on Sword Peak just now? This doesn’t fit your status at all!”

A few Disciples entered the latrine with teasing smiles, their expressions full of mockery as they watched Li Xiaobai working busily.

“There is no distinction between noble and lowly professions, no difference in the size of contributions. We are all good citizens contributing to the well-being of the world. Unlike some people, who don’t do any real work and just look for trouble all day.”

Li Xiaobai glanced at them and said indifferently.

Those faces looked somewhat familiar, probably disciples he had outmaneuvered on Sword Peak.

“Hand over three million middle-grade Immortal Stones, and your senior brothers will spare you!”

“I have no money, but I do have a life to give!”

“Heh, sharp-tongued. Now, your senior brothers need to use this place, so get out.”n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

The leader of the cultivators spoke with arrogance, commanding dismissively.

“Since Senior Brother is about to dine, as a Junior Brother, I shouldn’t disturb you. Please, enjoy your meal slowly, but do remember to wipe your mouth,”

Li Xiaobai chuckled lightly, leading his group out.

“You scoundrel, you actually dare to mock us!”

“Still clueless even when death is at your doorstep, let this clown jump around a little longer!”

Several people inside the latrine were dazed for a moment before they reacted, immediately furious. They wanted to rush out and settle the score with the other party, but then they suppressed the impulsive anger in their hearts, as they had come with a mission today.

Outside the house.

Ji Wuqing grumbled resentfully, “Damn it, I really want to tie those guys up.”

The old beggar said, “Kid, you’ve gotten yourself into trouble.”

Ergouzi squinted his eyes, “Kid, where are your firecrackers? Throw one in there for me.”

“Right here.”

Li Xiaobai reached out, took out a green bamboo stick, and threw it directly through the window.

The next second, the whole ground violently trembled, followed by a series of pig-like screams.

“Who threw the firecracker!”

“So stinky, so dirty, damn it, I got splashed all over!”

“My pants are wet!”

The latrine door was violently flung open, and several Disciples, their eyes bloodshot with rage, rushed out, wishing they could tear the person in front of them to pieces.

“Heh, did Senior Brothers enjoy your meal?”

“Senior Brothers are getting a bit too intense, no matter how delicious it is, you should still mind your appearance,”

Li Xiaobai said indifferently.

The appearance of these people was quite a mess. The place where the Firecracker Thunderclap was thrown was a bit off, so it didn’t harm them directly, but it did blast the filth of the latrine all over them.

The lethal power wasn’t strong, but the insult was extremely great.

“You insolent boy, how dare you humiliate me!”

“Still unaware of your imminent death!”

“You should be grateful. In the Sword Sect, only cultivators of the same cultivation level are allowed to challenge each other, otherwise, you would have been beaten to dust by your Senior Brothers and Sisters of the Earth Immortal Realm!”

“And now, Brother Xiong Ba has issued a challenge to you, which you cannot refuse. Wait for your death tomorrow!”

“We will watch with our own eyes how Brother Xiong Ba breaks your limbs and makes you kneel and beg for mercy!”

The several Disciples, with fierce expressions, threw down a challenge letter, left behind a few harsh words, and fled as if on wings. Covered in filth and a stench unbearably foul, their present state was simply too shameful to be seen. If they were spotted by others, they would have no face to meet anyone.

“Kid, you’ve really gotten into big trouble this time!”

Old Beggar chattered his teeth while speaking.

“A small issue. Just now, that man said that within the Sword Sect, only disciples of the same level can challenge each other. That Xiong Ba is probably just at the Human Immortal Realm cultivation level, not to be feared.”

Li Xiaobai opened the challenge letter, and with a flash of light in the air, a golden rune entered his body, seemingly marking him in some way.

This was the mark of a challenge between cultivators of the same level, and a challenge that the sect required could not be refused. If one fails to appear or dares not to fight, the sect would impose a corresponding punishment. This was also an important means of encouraging disciples to strive for mutual improvement.

The content of the letter was quite straightforward.

“Grateful for Brother Li’s care of our clan member today; tomorrow at noon, we will settle our gratitude and grudges with a battle at the arena.”

“Signed: Xiong Ba.”