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

Chapter 582 The Gate of Life and Death
The roar of the dragon resounded in all directions, and amidst the surging flow of true energy, a black divine dragon swooped down from mid-air.

There was a loud bang!
A huge, deep crater appeared in the ground.

Two figures appeared in the pit, one was the leader of the Heavenly Evil Cult... and the other was naturally the head manager.

The head manager is in a bad situation right now.

Chu Qing crushed all his bones with his dragon claw hand, causing intense pain throughout his body and making it difficult for him to move.

Especially when he landed, the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader's carelessness caused him to vomit blood.

"Why are you vomiting blood again?"

The leader of the Heavenly Evil Cult frowned as he glanced at him, then grabbed one of his arms that he couldn't lift:

"let me help you."

"stop……"

How could the head manager possibly believe him?

Moreover, even if the leader of the Heavenly Evil Cult genuinely wanted to help, using the Heavenly Evil Cult's methods might not necessarily be a good thing.

What is meant by unorthodox martial arts?

It's either harming others for personal gain, harming oneself for personal gain, or harming both others and oneself without any benefit...

He didn't doubt that the leader of the Heavenly Evil Cult had the ability to help him break and reshape his bones, but he was very doubtful about what price he would have to pay for it.

The Heavenly Evil Cult Leader was no ordinary person; he knew what the man was thinking with just a glance, and immediately let out a cold laugh:
"With injuries like these, if I don't help you, are you planning to die here?"

"I have medicine in my pocket, please take it out for me."

The head manager spoke with difficulty.

Without saying much, the leader of the Heavenly Evil Cult reached into his robes and quickly pulled out several small bottles.

He picked them up one by one and examined them; they were all extraordinary treasures. But when he saw the last bottle, he suddenly realized what was going on:
"You wouldn't be planning to use this 'Seven-Day Life-Breaking Pill,' would you?"

"This stuff can indeed heal all your injuries immediately after you take it. Even if your bones are broken, it can make you stand up again... Although it's not completely healed, it's just that the medicine has barely held them together, so you won't feel any pain for the next seven days."

"It can even unleash your potential... and unleash even greater internal strength."

"But the problem is, once seven days have passed, you will surely die."

"Unless you eat this and immediately come back with me to cause trouble for Chu Qing, you must not use it."

"Humph……"

The head manager gave a cold laugh:
"He now has both Dongfang Jinghong and Song Chengdao by his side."

"Even if we go back, it will only be another repeat of today's defeat."

"Now that you know, what do you plan to do?"

"I know a secret place..."

The head manager hesitated before speaking, but finally met the gaze of the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader, and then seemed to have made up his mind:

"With your help, and the benefits there, the mere threat of the Seven-Day Life-Breaking Pill is nothing to worry about."

"But what good does this do me?"

The Heavenly Evil Cult Leader sneered:
"We are not friends."

He was exceptionally knowledgeable; during their fight, the outcome was extremely close, and he thought the head manager would rather take a hit from the [Heavenly Tyrant Blade] than leave.

Looking back now, it's clear that his decision not to leave wasn't based on any sense of chivalry or loyalty.

Rather, he couldn't leave at all; Chu Qing had used some tricks inside.

“That secret place… might also be of great benefit to you.”

"I am sharing this place with you not for any other reason than to join forces to kill Chu Qing again."

Hearing this, the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader fell silent for a moment.

Finally nodded.

They all knew very well that what stood in their way was not the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.

Following the battle at Forgetful Manor, both Fist King Luo Kongming and Martial Emperor Li Juechen perished, bringing the total number of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors to four.

The remaining four are Dongfang Jinghong, Xuandi Shang Qiuyu, Daodi Xuansong, and Guhuang Yisheng.

Even if these four people joined forces, they wouldn't be a match for them.

The head manager was so confident that he hadn't taken action in the past because of the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader, that tiger descending the mountain.

They were plotting to use one enemy to devour another.

They only thought that after both sides were severely injured, they could reap the benefits.

But now it seems that trying to use one tiger to devour another is pointless... If they don't join forces, even they will die at Chu Qing's hands.

Therefore, these minor details were overlooked.

What kind of place is that?

"...Jiang clan territory!"

……

……

Forget-Love Manor... Ruins.

The blood-stained sword was stuck diagonally in the ground. Song Chengdao's gaze swept back and forth between the sword and Chu Qing, then he looked at the mess all around.

I couldn't help but sigh softly:

"Compared to Xiahewan, the martial arts of Alliance Leader Chu seem to be worlds apart."

He has gathered the disciples of the first sect and tallied the number of casualties.

Overall, it's still within an acceptable range.

Chu Qing smiled slightly:
"You flatter me, Dao Master."

"This is no exaggeration."

With a pale face, Dongfang Jinghong walked towards Chu Qing and Song Chengdao, holding in his hands the barely mended body of Luo Kongming.

He came out of this place to find Luo Kongming.

Although he misunderstood at first sight when they met again, thinking that Luo Kongming and Li Juechen were in cahoots.

Later, after Chu Qing reminded him, he learned that... after Luo Kongming was killed by Li Juechen, he fell into the hands of the Heavenly Evil Cult's Prince Xi.

They became his puppets in his "thread play".

This filled Dongfang Jinghong with inexplicable grief and indignation.

With Luo Kongming's martial arts skills, he shouldn't have ended up like this, but among the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, there was a traitor like Li Juechen.

That's why the King of Fighters died in such an undignified way.

Looking at the barely repaired corpse, and then at Chu Qing, he said softly:
"Alliance Leader Chu is now able to rival the Heavenly Evil Cult Leader, and even when the two of them joined forces, they were utterly defeated by you."

"With such skill, he is probably already the number one person in the world."

"The hope of this martial world should be transferred from us, the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, to Alliance Leader Chu."

"I have important matters to attend to at the moment. We will meet again another day and share a drink with Alliance Leader Chu."

Chu Qing looked at Dongfang Jinghong and hesitated slightly:
"Are we going back to Wudi City?"

"Exactly."

Dongfang Jinghong nodded and smiled.

"Alright, take care."

"Let's just say goodbye."

Dongfang Jinghong clasped his hands in a fist salute and left with Luo Kongming's body.

"Li Juechen's body is still buried under the ruins. He only took Luo Kongming with him. Our Sword Emperor is a man of clear likes and dislikes."

Song Chengdao chuckled and spoke, but after glancing at Chu Qing, he frowned slightly:

Why do I feel like you have other concerns?

Chu Qing nodded slightly:

"In the past, the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors were eight top masters, so they could easily control the world."

"Now, after experiencing various unexpected setbacks, the Ghost Emperor, Sword Emperor, Fist King, and Martial Emperor have all died."

"Only four people remain... and of these four, one of them stayed in the Western Regions. In the entire Five Emperors City, only Dongfang Jinghong, Xuan Song, and the Ancient Emperor Saint remain."

"Does Lord Song think that the three of them alone can support the world?"

"The three of them are naturally not suitable."

Song Chengdao smiled and said, "But don't we still have you?"

Chu Qing was speechless:

"But for me, I have never recognized the so-called Night Emperor position among the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors."

"I believe the same applies to the ancient emperors and saints... If I don't approve of them, they won't approve of me either."

"So whatever decisions they make, they will never involve me... nor will they consult me."

Otherwise, Chu Qing's people would have already settled in the Northern Region.

They will no longer be confined to the southwestern region.

Song Chengdao muttered to himself, seemingly pondering Chu Qing's words, and finally frowned slightly:

What kind of decision will they make?

After much thought, he concluded that the decision of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors was the most important factor in Chu Qing's words.

As for whether or not they approve... it doesn't seem to be the point for either Chu Qing or the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.

Chu Qing turned her gaze to Song Chengdao:

"I once heard a legend that the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors were both the pillars supporting the world and the obstacles blocking the way."

"They hold onto this world and are unwilling to let go."

"But what if one day they have to let go..."

Song Chengdao stared silently at Chu Qing, his expression gradually turning grim.

"You mean...they'll betray the entire martial arts world!?"

"How many of those who stand at the pinnacle are willing to fall into the ranks of the masses?"

Chu Qing gently rubbed her fingertips together:

"The Five Emperors City of Zhongzhou also has an entire Northern Region, which is worth some silver."

Song Chengdao gave a dry laugh:
"Isn't it?"

"Who knows..."

Chu Qing sighed:

"I only hope that when that day comes, a man as free-spirited as Dongfang Jinghong will not be too heartbroken."

He didn't care about Xuan Song and Yi Sheng's choices, but he had a good impression of Dongfang Jinghong, with whom he had joined forces several times along the way.

Song Chengdao savored the magnanimity in Chu Qing's words, then smiled:
"Would you like to sit at my first table?"
"You may also have a look at the [Original Path Sutra]."

"...That's all."

Chu Qing shook his head:

"To put it bluntly, what I have cultivated is probably no less than your [Original Path to Enlightenment Scripture]."

"Besides, I'm not short of unique skills... I haven't even practiced the Huangfu family's [Heavenly Will Sword Technique] yet, how could I have the time to study your sect's ultimate technique?"

"..."

For a moment, Song Chengdao's nose and eyes were neither nose nor eyes:

"You're complaining now? That's absolutely outrageous."

After saying that, he clasped his hands in a fist salute:
"In any case, I am very grateful to Alliance Leader Chu for his help, which allowed me to avenge my great grudge."

"Whatever needs you have in the future, just give the word, and Song Chengdao will obey without question!"

"Serious words."

Chu Qing clasped her hands in a fist salute to him.

Afterwards, Song Chengdao led the people from the First Path to leave first, while Jiang Li stayed behind.

Chu Qing gave her a strange look:
"What are you doing?"

“The first road is not my home; you just temporarily settled me there.”

"Now that my identity has been exposed, it's no longer appropriate for me to stay in the first line..."

Jiang Li looked at Chu Qing:

"We would like to ask Alliance Leader Chu to provide a plan for our next steps."

Chu Qing glanced at Jiang Li thoughtfully, then suddenly laughed.

Brush brush!
His smile immediately drew the attention of Wu Qianhuan, Wenrou, and Mutong'er.

Chu Qing immediately sat up straight:

"Don't misunderstand."

Jiang Li looked amused:
"I didn't expect that Alliance Leader Chu is afraid of his wife."

"You can't just say that."

Wu Qianhuan quickly spoke up.

Regardless of the internal situation, we can't let this reputation of being 'henpecked' spread. Otherwise, how could Chu Qing face anyone?

If this gets out into the public eye, it won't sound good.

Jiang Li nodded as well:
"I made a mistake."

Chu Qing waved his hand:

"It's alright. Speaking of which, I imagine you're quite accomplished in business, aren't you?"

"...I suppose I have some insights to share."

Jiang Li gave Chu Qing a strange look:
"What do you want to do by asking this?"

Chu Qing smiled:
"Look, your identity has been exposed now. You can't stay here anymore, otherwise you'll only be in endless trouble."

"Looking across the martial world, the only person who can protect you is me."

"So, for now, you can stay by my side."

"But I don't keep idle people around me... Fortunately, Master Jiang's business acumen is extraordinary, and I happen to have some spare money on hand..."

"Why don't I ask Lord Jiang for a helping hand so that this little bit of money can slowly generate more money?"

He recently received a task, and he wondered if the clients had all agreed to not pay him any money.

Although Chu Qing's goal was not to make money, who would complain about having too much money?
Since making money through tasks is unrealistic, it's better to find someone knowledgeable to help make money.

Jiang Li smiled upon hearing this, finding it exactly to his liking. He didn't care how much Chu Qing was trying to manipulate him, and asked with a smile:

"I wonder what kind of business Alliance Leader Chu plans to pursue?"

Chu Qing stretched out his arm as if to guide:

"Come on, let's talk as we walk... You see, the so-called food, clothing, shelter, and transportation all require money, right? We can..."

He walked and talked, and to avoid suspicion, he held Wu Qianhuan's hand.

The shepherd boy skipped and hopped behind the three, then turned back and called out:
"Gentle, let's go."

"Just come."

Wenrou, who had been squatting on the ground, stood up and found herself holding a book.

The book bears five large characters: "The Original Path to Enlightenment"!
This book should have been on Li Juechen's person, but no one knows when it was lost and how she ended up finding it.

Song Chengdao had already left, so Wenrou decided to put the book away for now and return it to them if Chu Qing really wanted to visit the First Path next time.

The once bustling Forget-Love Manor quickly became peaceful and quiet.

A loud explosion echoed across the sky, and dark clouds rolled in, covering the heavens.

The torrential rain started suddenly... falling on the ruins of Forget Love Manor and sprinkling among the corpses.

The blood, which had already dried, began to flow again as the rain washed over it.

It was as if they were being drawn by some strange force, gradually moving closer to a core.

As the blood and qi became heavier, a loud bang was suddenly heard.

A withered hand shattered the countless pebbles covering the body.

He then crawled out of the ruins...

His body was emaciated, yet it was brimming with vital energy, and the flesh on his left chest was growing vigorously.

But when he pressed his hand on the chest that had returned to normal, he found that there was no heartbeat.

"I see……

"The gate between life and death must be broken and then rebuilt to obtain... the original wonder of the Five Ghosts!"
"Chu Qing, it seems I should thank you properly."

(End of this chapter)