The Destiny Of Our Lifes
Chapter 5: The Living Corpse

The arrival of Lin Jiang and his entourage was welcomed by the residents of the Lin residence. So did Lin Xuan. The man immediately rushed up to Lin Jiang who had just arrived at the gate of the clan residence.

"Greetings to the clan chief"

"Greetings to dad"

Everyone including Lin Jiang saluted Lin Xuan. Lin Xuan nodded his head, a sign of receiving their respect.

"Hows it? Everything all right?" asked Lin Xuan. It was seen that the man was worried about the situation of his youngest son.

"Everything's good dad, even though there was a little bit of trouble earlier. Incidentally, Zhou Lan came and helped us" said Lin Jiang as he introduced Zhou Lan.

"Is that so? Thank you, swordsman Zhou has already helped Lin Jiang", Zhou Lan smiled faintly in response.

"Just a small favor I gave you, chief Lin", Zhou Lan replied.

Lin Xuan's gaze then turned on someone who was tied by a rope. His forehead was wrinkled to see that figure.

"Lin Jiang, what is this?" Lin Jiang followed his father's gaze. The young man nodded. Staring around before replying, "It would be better if we were talking inside the father".

Lin Xuan agreed, he then ordered everything to return to their respective places. The two warriors carrying the figure were ordered to follow Lin Xuan's footsteps.

Lin Jiang also asked Zhou Lan to come with him. Lin Jiang felt that Zhou Lan knew something about the condition of Mount Weiyin as well as the riot-creating creature.

"Yuwen, call Lin Yan to the infirmary" Lin Xuan ordered on his trusty right hand, Yuwen. Yuwen nodded and went to call Lin Yan.

After arriving at the infirmary, Lin Xuan expelled everyone who was there. Including the bodyguards that stand guard in front of the health room. Leaving Lin Jiang, Zhou Lan, Lin Xuan and the figure still tied the rope.

"Dad, is there something?" right before Lin Jiang discussed the figure, Lin Yan arrived at the infirmary.

Lin Yan's gaze was fixed on the figure that was on the mattress with a condition of being bound. The young man frowned slightly looking at her. Lin Yan glanced at Lin Jiang, "Is this a creature that is being told by people?"

Lin Xuan replied, "Right. I'm sure this is one of them. Lin Jiang, what information did you get on Weiyin Mountain?"

"Not much, dad. Merely, the current Weiyin Mountain was extremely dangerous. Especially for those who have no cultivation. This creature, I don't know how to call it, but it attacks by tearing and biting. One of my soldiers died because of it, too. This creature, has pointy nails and sharp fangs. One more thing, when I was at Weiyin Mountain, there was a gray illusory mist. Do you think that this father and brother were just coincidences or that someone planned it?" obviously Lin Jiang was long.

Lin Xuan and Lin Yan looked at each other. Both seem to be thinking. Zhou Lan who was there leaned her body against the wall. Watch the family conversation in silence.

"A-Jiang, I don't think this is a coincidence. Since when was there an illusionary mist on Mount Weiyin?" sahut Lin Yan's.

"Your brother's right. Illusion fog, only people who have cultivation can do it. And this guy, is he really dead? Or is it just his consciousness that is missing?"

"It's obvious he's dead" Zhou Lan said. The young man approached. Carefully look at the person he is still bonding with.

"Note to. His eyes are completely black. No pulse or heartbeat. His fangs were sticking out like the fangs of a savage beast. The nails are also pointed and have poison. He's dead completely. However, there were people who seemed to be putting black magic so that he could be controlled. Turning his form into this and starting to mess up", Zhou Lan pointed at the creature's eyes, chest, mouth and hands. Tell the parts that feel strange to have a living human.

"So, this thing is an undead?" asked Lin Jiang.

"It can be said that. Have you ever read an ancient book about black magic or dark magic? Who can raise the dead?" Lin Jiang shook his head, answering Zhou Lan's question.

"The resurrection magic is one of the black and forbidden sciences among cultivators. More precisely, those who chose the cultivation of demons to increase his strength. Basically their energy was dark and gripping. However, this was quite rare in the Lin clan territory. Only a few people have it"

"People who use resurrection magic can indeed make someone who is dead come back to life. But the result is not like we are still alive. A resurrected person cannot do anything without being ordered. They'll be useless unless they're enchanted by magic again. Like being given a little power, being transformed into this form or possessed by a spirit. It seems like the person behind all this is using it to build strength. Transform the appearance of the dead into all sorts of things. Until it created a creature like him", Lin Xuan nodded slowly.

"Executor Zhou, what do you think is behind this man doing such a thing?" asked Lin Xuan.

"I don't know. Clearly, it seemed like he was building up his own strength. Maybe he wants to try to make a little riot? I don't know, I don't know and don't want to know", Zhou Lan replied.

Lin Jiang looked at Zhou Lan in admiration. It was different from Lin Yan who was twitching his forehead. Lin Yan asked, "How do you know all that?"

Zhou Lan smiled obliquely, "Because I read it myself. An ancient book describing the resurrection".

Zhou Lan's words made Lin Yan put on a wary stance. While Lin Xuan was looking at Zhou Lan elaborately. That Lin clan head wondered inwardly regarding Zhou Lan's identity.

Lin Xuan could sense that Zhou Lan was not an indiscriminate person. Either Zhou Lan was a great cultivator who hid his identity or another great legend. Lin Xuan had to be wary of the young man.

It was different from Lin Jiang who thought of Zhou Lan's words. Lin Jiang thought that he should settle the matter immediately.

"Zhou Lan, do you know this undead weakness? I slashed his pocket and stabbed him in the chest, but there was no reaction. Only after his head was separated from his body did this undead manage to be defeated" Lin Jiang said.

"There was. This living corpse could be defeated with black flames. Only that can destroy it. The head separated from the body is also one way, only it applies to the undead who are still weak as we meet. If this undead was much stronger, then he could reconnect his head with his body. In other words, only a black fire could eradicate it".

"BLACK FIRE?!" screeched those three people surnamed Lin.

"really. I know no one has black fire right now. So, another way that can be taken is to kill the mastermind behind all of this" Zhou Lan said.

"Dad, if this matter is left unchecked, then there will be many undead roaming around. We must quickly find the mastermind" said Lin Jiang full of worries.

Lin Xuan sighed violently, "Lin Jiang, can you handle this? This undead matter is extremely dangerous. You have to be careful".

Lin Jiang nodded confidently, "I'm sure dad. Zhou Lan will help me as well. Don't you?" Lin Jiang smiled towards Zhou Lan.

"Who said I'd help?" reply Zhou Lan.

"Deployer Zhou, I hope you will help us deal with this matter. You have a lot of knowledge on this matter, so I hope you will come to help" Lin Xuan asked in respect.

Zhou Lan snorted, "Sure, chairman Lin. I'll help as I can".

"Thank you, swordsman Zhou. Then it would be better if we rest for now. It's already night time. Swordsman Zhou, stay here. I will ask the maid to prepare a room for you", before she could reply, Lin Xuan and Lin Yan left from there. Leaving Lin Jiang and Zhou Lan both.

"Buddy, from now on we will work together often. Are you happy?" Lin Jiang grabbed Zhou Lan's shoulder.

Zhou Lan stared flatly at Lin Jiang, the young man threw Lin Jiang's hand off his shoulder. Zhou Lan left from there. Now Lin Jiang was alone in the room.

Lin Jiang chuckled softly, "Who are you really, Zhou Lan?"

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