I was chased at the beginning, and I got the first quick sword

Chapter 557 A Flying Knife
Dao Emperor Xuan Song stood silently to the side, listening to Chu Qing's 'heartfelt' words, and couldn't help but feel sorry for Jian Jiu.

It seems like they're considering Jian Jiu's life, but they're actually setting a trap for him.

His words revealed that under the pressure of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, he could not kill Jian Jiu, but he needed to find the culprit.

The key point is that Jian Jiu mentioned the name Wan Guishan, so Jian Jiu, who betrayed Wan Guishan, would naturally suffer Wan Guishan's revenge.

It was only because Wan Guishan secretly helped Huangfu Changkong that he ended up in this situation. It was only natural for him to appear and help him take revenge, and to find the culprit.

Ultimately, if Jian Jiu reveals all of this, Chu Qing will go to Wan Gui Mountain without the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors having to lift a finger.

Once Wan Guishan dies, Jian Jiu's life will be saved.

Besides that, there were some ambiguous things in Chu Qing's words...

For example, the statement "Out of respect for the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, even if I don't kill you" is very vague.

This made Jian Jiu subconsciously feel that Chu Qing had reached an agreement with the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors and would not kill him... This confirmed Jian Jiu's original guess, but did not give a definite answer.

After all, it was said that "even if I don't kill you", not "I won't kill you".

Although there is only a two-character difference, the meanings are completely different.

One statement is floating in the air, open to any twist or turn, while the other has already fallen to the ground... In a situation like today, if Chu Qing were to say something like that and then do something contrary to it, although he might not care, his reputation would inevitably suffer some damage.

"Young people these days... are terrifying."

Xuan Song knew that Chu Qing was not yet twenty years old. Thinking carefully about his own age, did he have such a sinister and deep mind?
Absolutely not!

Compared to him, I felt as innocent as a white flower.

Meanwhile, Jian Jiu was caught in a mental struggle.

He knew he had been tricked, though he didn't realize how deep the trap was. But he could see that when he uttered the words "Wan Gui Mountain," he had inevitably fallen into Chu Qing's snare.

Now that the internal struggle is futile, he has only one option left.

Therefore, Jian Jiu's inner turmoil didn't last long before she let out a sigh of relief:

"What do you want to know?"

"Let's talk about the World Alliance... Besides you, who are the people sitting in those other chairs in the World Alliance?"

Chu Qing didn't hesitate much before raising the question that had been on her mind.

Jian Jiu didn't hide anything... Now that things have come to this, there's no point in hiding it anymore.

Betrayal is betrayal; there's no such thing as half-betrayal or complete betrayal. Things have come to a dead end, which is why he explained it in great detail.

You wouldn't believe it until you hear it; even Dao Emperor Xuan Song couldn't help but raise an eyebrow after hearing those words.

Among the experts gathered by the World Alliance, although there was only one imposter Sword Emperor, Jian Jiu, the others were all experts from various sects and schools.

Not only were there figures from the four major sects of Zhongzhou, but even some from the First Path had secretly defected to the World Alliance.

These people are of great importance; they are either highly skilled in martial arts or hold high positions of power.

It can be said that once the World Alliance plots something, all its forces will be mobilized simultaneously, and the entire Central Plains will be engulfed in a storm.

If, at the crucial moment when the Heavenly Evil Cult invaded Zhongzhou, they were secretly stabbed like this, even the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors could only lament their helplessness.

Thinking of this, Xuan Song's expression couldn't help but darken slightly.

Chu Qing then inquired about the plans of the World Alliance.

Jian Jiu has a deep connection with the Tianxia Alliance and knows a lot about their plans.

He then rattled off several points as if they were his own treasures, which made Xuan Song's face grow even uglier.

Jian Jiu knew this was a difficult matter to discuss, especially in front of Xuan Song. He gritted his teeth and said to Xuan Song:

"As for what happens next, I can tell you anything you want to know."

"This is not all yet, there is still room for maneuver."

As long as we haven't truly fallen into a desperate situation, everything can be salvaged.

But what does it mean to truly fall into a desperate situation?

He returned to the Sword Emperor's Mansion without any preparation, only to find himself in a trap set by Chu Qing. This was a desperate situation.

Fortunately, I am smart and know how to survive in desperate situations.

Otherwise, all that awaits you today is death.

Xuan Song tried hard not to make his face too gloomy, and slowly nodded:

"it is good……"

Chu Qing glanced at Xuan Song out of the corner of his eye, then said:

"Shall we talk about what happened back then?"

As he said this, he also glanced at Huangfu Changkong.

After all, Huangfu Changkong and Wan Guishan were like-minded people back then, with lofty ambitions and shared ideals.

However, their "grand ambition" was to overthrow the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors and bring forth a true supreme ruler who reigned supreme over the four regions and one state.

Asking this question in front of Xuan Song could very likely cause Huangfu Changkong some trouble.

So his words seemed to be asking Jian Jiu, but they were also seeking Huangfu Changkong's opinion.

Huangfu Changkong had no objections, he just gritted his teeth and looked at Jian Jiu:

"Back then... how did you collude with Wan Guishan?"

"And when did you develop rebellious thoughts?"

Jian Jiu glanced at Xuan Song with some hesitation, then resignedly said:
"We've been in contact with Wan Guishan for a long time."

"As for the idea of ​​developing rebellious thoughts, that happened when they found me at Wan Gui Mountain."

"He founded the World Alliance, and he needed someone who could make their voice heard among the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors."

"But what he wanted was not just to break the shackles of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors and find a person who could truly benefit the world."

"What he wants is... to sit on that pinnacle of power himself."

"On this point, his ideas differ from yours."

"So he knew a long time ago that you could never be of any use to him."

"Once the Alliance of the World is established, you will eventually part ways, and the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors may even turn against it."

"Therefore, he needs a partner who is compatible enough."

"He chose me..."

Jian Jiu is narrow-minded; such people often think differently from ordinary people.

He was originally a beggar on the street, sometimes eating a meal and sometimes not, and it was uncertain when he would die in the stinking ditch by the street.

He was adopted by the Huangfu family and grew up alongside Huangfu Changkong.

He was taught the Huangfu family's secret martial arts techniques.

But he doesn't consider what others have done for him; instead, he focuses on how they have wronged him.

They never considered the kindness of their adoptive parents, only thinking about the secret techniques of the sword, ignoring the kindness of the other party in passing on their skills, and only thinking about their own dependence on others.

Even though Huangfu Changkong treated him like a brother and was extremely good to him... he only thought that Huangfu Changkong had wronged him in some way... Even if there was nothing wrong, he would still expand his suspicions and constantly breed hatred in the trivial matters of daily interactions.

So when Wan Guishan approached him, he agreed without any hesitation.

The matter back then was simple; Wan Guishan didn't give him much.

A bottle of slow-acting poison, a copy of the "Stealing Heaven Demon Art," and a renowned healer.

Then there's a vicious plan.

This ultimately led to the current situation.

"Actually...you shouldn't blame me!"

Jian Jiu suddenly looked at Huangfu Changkong:

"Wan Guishan's original purpose was to kill you!"
"It was I who spared your life."

"Although I did it for the complete [Heavenly Will Sword Technique], I've managed to keep you alive until now!"
"You should be grateful!"

Chu Qing felt like laughing and couldn't help but glance at Huangfu Changkong.

I wonder if this simple-minded old sword emperor would think that what the other party said makes sense?
The result made Chu Qing feel quite gratified.

At least Huangfu Changkong wasn't easily fooled by those few words... His face was grim:

"You spared my life for the sake of the [Heavenly Will Sword Technique] Complete Chapter; otherwise, I would have died hundreds of times over!"
"You think you can use this to make me grateful? That's utterly shameless!!"

"That's just how the Huangfu family is!"
"A few small favors and you expect others to risk their lives for you."

"They don't take any kindness from others seriously!"

Jian Jiu was furious:
"So being imprisoned by me for so many years is your retribution."

"Being separated from your own son for so many years is your retribution!!"

Chu Qing suddenly asked:
Why must the scholar on the run die?

"……Who is that?"

Jian Jiu looked up at Chu Qing, her eyes filled with confusion.

It's clear that Jian Jiu genuinely didn't know this.

Chu Qing couldn't help but feel a pang of emotion...

It's likely that the monk was genuinely not valued, and the secret discovered by the fleeing scholar was probably not that significant.

Otherwise, how could Jian Jiu not know about this?

For a seemingly ordinary secret, the Alliance forced the monk to kill the fleeing scholar.

And then he casually discarded those who weren't monks...

This Wan Gui Mountain gave Chu Qing the feeling that it viewed all living beings as mere pawns in a game of chess.

"Alright, I have asked all the questions I needed to ask."

Chu Qing waved his hand:

"Everyone, is there anything else you'd like to know?"

"I have nothing to ask."

Xuan Song spoke calmly:
"Alliance Leader Chu, please feel free to do as you please."

Huangfu Changkong didn't speak, but simply shook his head slightly.

Huangfu Yixiao's lips moved as if he had something to say, but after a moment's hesitation, he shut his mouth completely.

Seeing this, Jian Jiu asked Chu Qing:
"Can you leave now?"

Chu Qing nodded.

Jian Jiu was overjoyed:

"Goodbye and don't come back. You're welcome to visit me anytime in the future."

"I will certainly treat you as an honored guest!"

"No rush, no rush, there's one last thing."

"what's up?"

Jian Jiu was stunned. Now he had said everything he should and shouldn't have said.

What else does Chu Qing need to do? What else can he do?
However, he didn't notice that Xuan Song's gaze towards him revealed a faint sense of disgust.

He stopped Chu Qing from killing him earlier for the sake of the world, for the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, and for the fight against the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader.

Now, seeing him beaming with joy because Chu Qing 'let him go,' I suddenly feel like I've really been blind all these years.

A smooth-talking, cowardly person has managed to usurp the position of Sword Emperor for so many years.

This is utterly shameful to the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors!

Chu Qing was still fiddling with the throwing knife in his hand, and when answering questions, he was extremely straightforward:
"kill you."

Jian Jiu's expression suddenly changed, and he looked sharply at Xuan Song.

But seeing that Xuan Song made no comment, he couldn't help but speak up:
"Senior Xuansong?"

Xuan Song simply spoke in silence:
"As I just said, Alliance Leader Chu, please make your way..."

“Jian Jiu, you have usurped the position of Sword Emperor for many years, it’s time to give it back.”

"No, that's not right, that's not what I said earlier!"

Jian Jiu quickly said:

"Didn't you say you couldn't let this person kill me? If I die, who will fight against the Heavenly Evil Cult Master with you?"

"Alliance Leader Chu was able to defeat the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader at Yue Song Mountain once. I believe that if the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader dares to invade again, he will surely be buried in Tongtian Ridge."

"And you... Jian Jiu, you are not worthy of the throne at all."

"The halls of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors have no place for a clown like you."

Xuan Song's words were very impolite.

Every word struck Jian Jiu's heart.

His heart sank lower and lower... Then, as if he had found a lifeline, he looked at Chu Qing:

“You said before that you wouldn’t kill me out of respect for the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.”

When did I ever say I wouldn't kill you?

Chu Qing countered with a question.

Jian Jiu is not stupid; on the contrary, he is actually very quick-witted.

Looking back on what Chu Qing said, he realized he hadn't given a single word of affirmation.

It's all just my own speculation!

The thought of this made Jian Jiu tremble uncontrollably.

There was anger, despair, and endless fury.

"You...you're messing with me!?"

"Jian Jiu, you are very smart."

Chu Qing nodded:

"I'm just setting you up... what can you do about it?"

"Don't say I won't give you a chance. If you can dodge this blow... I can give you a chance."

As he spoke, he raised the three-inch throwing knife in his hand.

Jian Jiu knew that he was now in a life-or-death situation, so he didn't care about anything else. He brought his two palms together, and all that could be heard was a buzzing sound!

The entire Sword Emperor's Palace seemed to come alive thanks to his luck.

A series of sword cries rose from all directions, and Jian Jiu laughed heartily:

"Chu Qing, you're still wrong!"
"You want to kill me, but you shouldn't have chosen to do it in the Sword Emperor's Mansion."

"This is, after all, my residence, steeped in history and imbued with countless sword energies. In any other place, I might not dare to predict the outcome, but here... you are doomed!!"

Like the Sword Emperor Palace, the Sword Emperor Mansion is also filled with countless sword energies.

This item is only suitable because it's a consumable; each use reduces its availability. Jian Jiu would never use this trump card unless absolutely necessary.

But at this moment, he couldn't care less.

The reason why the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors would choose Chu Qing over themselves is naturally because Chu Qing's martial arts skills are superior.

But if Chu Qing dies here today, I can fill the void.

This is the true way to survive...

In an instant, endless sharpness converged, like ten thousand streams flowing into the sea. Streams of sword energy condensed behind him, and in the blink of an eye, they covered the sky and the sun!

The scale of the event was even greater than that of Luo Kongming's earlier event.

The boundless sword energy gathered like a sea, held high above Jian Jiu's head, making it visible to everyone in the entire Five Emperors City.

But at that moment, Chu Qing also raised his hand...

A glimmer of light, a flying knife.

It pierced through Jian Jiu's brow in an instant, causing the boundless sword energy to dissipate completely in the blink of an eye.

(End of this chapter)