Chapter 163 : Lu Xueqi Suppresses the Entire Field, Sudden Mutation Arises
Chapter 163: Lu Xueqi Suppresses the Entire Field, Sudden Mutation Arises
“Hmph, hmpf, we don’t believe anything you say now. Immediately hand Zhang Xiaofan over for us to deal with, and only then will we believe you!”
A hazy, ethereal voice rang out once more, filled with an interrogative tone.
Tian Yi roared angrily: “Who is it exactly? Come out before this seat!”
Along with the cold shout, a terrifying pressure descended, spreading toward the Righteous Path crowd.
Sensing that pressure, everyone’s expressions changed slightly.
But thinking of their numerical advantage, they jointly released their own momentum, instantly dispersing Tian Buyi’s pressure, and even faintly pressing back toward the Qingyun Sect.
At this moment, the disciples of Burning Incense Valley and Tianyin Temple stood to the side, watching with folded arms.
Ever since Puzhi was killed by Lu Xueqi, although Tianyin Temple knew that Puzhi deserved his fate, the fact that a revered monk had died at the hands of a female disciple of the Qingyun Sect caused them to lose face, and they harbored considerable resentment toward the Qingyun Sect.
As for Burning Incense Valley, they hoped to use the hands of the crowd to weaken the strength of the Qingyun Sect.
They had coveted Shenzhou for a long time. The southwest region where their sect was located was filled with barren mountains, treacherous waters, and numerous demonic beasts, far inferior to the Central Plains.
Yet the Qingyun Sect was powerful, and with the Zhuxian Sword Formation as a deterrent, they did not dare to act rashly.
Tian Buyi’s expression darkened. “What? Trying to force my Qingyun Sect? My Qingyun Sect is not some soft persimmon! Zhang Xiaofan is a disciple of my sect. His faults will naturally be judged by the Qingyun Sect. It’s not your turn to interfere!”
Upon hearing this, Qing Xuanzhi was furious beyond restraint.
In the battle at Flowing Wave Mountain this time, his sect had lost dozens of disciples and urgently needed an outlet for their anger. “Tian Buyi, this is not up to you! With so many Righteous Path sects present today, you must give an explanation, otherwise this matter will never be let go!”
As soon as his words fell, that same illusory, indistinct shout rang out once more from within the crowd behind him:
“Never let it go!”
Upon hearing this, the others also echoed in succession.
“Never let it go!”
“Never let it go!”
“……”
Tian Buyi looked at the coercion from these Righteous Path members, his expression turning extremely cold.
In the past, how would these Righteous Path members have dared to challenge the Qingyun Sect?
Today, their boldness must have been due to someone inciting them behind the scenes.
However, Tian Buyi had no intention of compromising.
Although there were faults in the matter of Zhang Xiaofan, it should still be handled internally by the Qingyun Sect. If they handed over a disciple in public, where would the Qingyun Sect’s dignity remain?
“Qingyun Sect disciples, heed my command—form up!”
With Tian Buyi’s order, the Qingyun disciples drew their magical treasures one after another, standing in strict formation, fully prepared.
Seeing this, the Righteous Path crowd was shocked. The Qingyun Sect was actually willing to fight for a single disciple?
Although they had the advantage in numbers, their overall strength was inferior to that of the Qingyun Sect. If a real fight broke out, they might not gain any advantage.
This involuntarily caused those Righteous Path members to quiet down, their faces revealing alarm and fear.
Seeing this, Shangguan Ce was secretly delighted, repeatedly shouting in his heart: Fight! Hurry up and fight!
Just as both sides were locked in a tense standoff, a pleasant female voice suddenly came from behind the Qingyun Sect:
“Everyone, what exactly are you doing?”
At the same time, a terrifying pressure descended, instantly crushing the momentum that the Righteous Path crowd had just managed to muster.
In an instant, everyone felt as if a mountain were pressing down upon them, leaving them unable to move.
Lu Xueqi and Master Shuiyue walked forward step by step.
When the Righteous Path crowd saw her figure, their expressions changed abruptly.
They had actually forgotten that the Qingyun Sect still had this terrifying powerhouse!
Wasn’t today’s act of forcing the Qingyun Sect far too reckless?
Seeing Lu Xueqi step in to intimidate the crowd, Tian Buyi also secretly let out a sigh of relief.
The battle at Flowing Wave Mountain had already caused heavy casualties for the Qingyun Sect. If they were to fight the Righteous Path members at this moment, not only would their reputation be ruined, but casualties would also increase needlessly. It was truly not worth the cost.
As for the other two great sects, Tianyin Temple and Burning Incense Valley, after seeing Lu Xueqi appear, their expressions also turned grave.
Lu Xueqi’s performance today had truly shocked the world. Her strength was far too terrifying, far beyond everyone’s imagination.
The two sects exchanged glances with each other, then withdrew their gazes, a look of regret appearing in their eyes, knowing that today’s matter would probably end just like this.
With Lu Xueqi present, those other Righteous Path members would not dare to make a move and would likely retreat.
Shangguan Ce of Burning Incense Valley felt a slight sense of regret, then cast a somewhat envious glance at Lu Xueqi. If only he possessed such strength himself—how wonderful that would be.
After suppressing the crowd, Lu Xueqi turned and walked together with Master Shuiyue toward Tian Buyi. (For exhilarating reading, go online!)
She bowed slightly and said, “Greetings, Uncle-Master Tian.”
Tian Buyi nodded upon hearing this, then said with a face full of gratification and gratitude, “For today’s matter, many thanks to you, Niece Lu.”
Lu Xueqi shook her head. “Uncle-Master Tian, there is no need for such courtesy.”
Then Lu Xueqi turned her gaze toward those Righteous Path members and said coldly, “Today’s matter was done by me, Lu Xueqi, alone.
If you have any objections, you may voice them. As for whether I accept them or not, that depends on my mood.”
Hearing Lu Xueqi’s words, the expressions of the crowd changed slightly.
But being suppressed by her momentum at this moment, they found it difficult to even open their mouths.
Lu Xueqi gave a cold snort, withdrew her momentum, and continued, “You should all be aware of my pursuit of the Ghost King Sect’s upper ranks today.
Although Zhang Xiaofan did speak up to plead for them, I did not accept it.
And I also know the reason why Zhang Xiaofan pleaded on behalf of those Demonic Sect members.
Previously, when Junior Brother Zhang and I went to Kong Sang Mountain to deal with the remnants of the Demonic Sect, the Ghost King Sect’s demonic girl Bi Yao and Junior Brother Zhang encountered a tremendous crisis once.
In that crisis, Bi Yao once saved Junior Brother Zhang.
Therefore, when they encountered danger this time, Junior Brother Zhang stepped forward to save their lives. The matter is as simple as that.
If you are still dissatisfied with this, then step out and say your piece. I, Lu Xueqi, will take it all on.”
Only after hearing Lu Xueqi’s words did the crowd finally understand why Zhang Xiaofan had acted as he did.
Although they were extremely dissatisfied with Zhang Xiaofan’s actions today, out of fear of Lu Xueqi’s might, they did not dare to say much.
Just as Lu Xueqi was about to wave these people away, a sudden crashing sound came from Flowing Wave Mountain.
This startled Lu Xueqi and the many Righteous Path members, who hurriedly looked toward the source of the sound.
With just one glance, the faces of the Righteous Path crowd changed drastically.
They saw that at the location where the Kui Niu had previously appeared on Flowing Wave Mountain, red light was now surging forth, followed by endless, tumultuous waves.
One after another, terrifying ocean creatures, their eyes glowing crimson, climbed out of the sea,
then flew rapidly in their direction with blood-red gazes.
Along the way, everything on land—plants and animals alike—was directly destroyed by those ferocious ocean beasts.