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Chapter 302 The mission failed, and the hired help was crippled.

As several Emei disciples carried the unconscious Yuan Dongyuan away, everyone else on the Golden Summit Square remained silent, but when they looked at Gu Shaoan, their eyes couldn't help but reveal a look of horror.

The dignified master of Wuzheng Manor, a martial artist who had condensed his inner energy into a powerful force, was rendered useless by the Emei Sect without a single wasted word.

Such decisiveness and ruthlessness are enough to terrify anyone.
Among the group of people invited to today's banquet, there are quite a few who harbor ulterior motives.

But at this moment, all their ulterior motives had vanished completely.

However, compared to the decisiveness shown by Gu Shaoan and the Emei Sect, many people's thoughts were still on the two things: the destruction of the former Dongyuan Garden and the fact that the former Dongyuan Garden was the master of Bat Island.

Looking at the unconscious Yuan Dongyuan, some experienced people understood.

The Wuzheng Manor, which has been established for hundreds of years, is now in danger of being destroyed.

At the main table, Xu Changlong, Liu Ruofeng, and the others were unknowingly drenched in cold sweat on their backs. They looked at each other and saw the lingering fear in each other's eyes. They were glad that they hadn't made a move when Sun Jinhai encountered problems.

Otherwise, if things escalate, their fate will be no better than that of the original Dongyuan.

He might even die in this Emei Sect.

However, compared to others, the one whose emotions fluctuated the most was Song Miyun behind Qin Mengyao.

While others might not know, she understood that Yuan Dongyuan's purpose in coming to the Emei Sect this time was merely to cooperate with Cihang Jingzhai in staging a play to highlight Qin Mengyao and enhance the impressions of Abbess Miejue and Gu Shaoan on Qin Mengyao.

According to the normal plan, after Yuan Dongyuan's identity was exposed, Qin Mengyao would take the initiative to mediate and ease the relationship between the Emei Sect and Yuan Dongyuan.

But the plan changed halfway through.

No one expected that Gu Shaoan's strength would be so high. Yuan Dongyuan, who had been famous for decades and was also a first-class expert in the Great Wei Kingdom, was defeated by Gu Shaoan in just one move.

Furthermore, what happened next completely exceeded Song Miyun's expectations.

After Gu Shaoan used the "Soul Transfer Technique" to control the original Dongyuan, he implicated the Ghost Hand Gang and Bat Island.

Immediately afterward, before Song Miyun could come up with a solution, Gu Shaoan made another ruthless move, directly crippling the martial arts of the original Dongyuan.

The task was not accomplished, and the helpers invited by Cihang Jingzhai were rendered useless.

Moreover, he's a top-tier expert.

Furthermore, the person has been detained by the Emei Sect. If interrogated, Yuan Dongyuan is very likely to expose Cihang Jingzhai.

It was almost inevitable that Cihang Jingzhai and the Emei Sect would become enemies.

As her thoughts raced, Song Miyun began to panic.

However, seeing Abbess Miejue and Gu Shaoan on the side, Song Miyun dared not make the slightest move.

After Abbess Wujue and the others left with the unconscious Yuan Dongyuan, Gu Shaoan turned around, walked up to Abbess Miejue, and bowed, saying, "Master."

Abbess Miejue nodded and said, "Sit!"

Gu Shaoan nodded and walked back to sit down next to Abbess Miejue.

It returned to its previous gentle and quiet state.

Even her face had a smile that made people feel like they were bathed in a spring breeze.

Where is there even a trace of the disdain and domineering attitude he displayed when facing Yuan Dongyuan?

At this moment, all the guests on the Golden Dome Square looked at Gu Shaoan with a sense of awe.

Then, Abbess Miejue slowly swept her gaze across the main table, passing over Xu Changlong, Liu Ruofeng, and the other six leaders of second-rate forces.

At this moment, whether it was Xu Changlong or Liu Ruofeng, they all felt a tremor in their hearts when they sensed Abbess Miejue's gaze upon them.

Taking in the reactions of the group, Abbess Miejue said calmly, "The three forces of Changlong Brigade, Yunshanzhai, and Zhulin Gang are granted one month to move out of Yuzhou Prefecture, Jinchuan Prefecture, and Baoshan Prefecture. If you exceed one month, do not blame me for being ruthless."

Abbess Miejue's voice was low and deep, with no hint of discussion in her tone.

Upon hearing Abbess Miejue's words, Xu Changlong, Liu Ruofeng, and Sun Jinhai's expressions changed.

In the past, the three of them might have argued with Abbess Miejue about her almost domineering demands.

Having witnessed the series of events just now and seen the Emei Sect's style of doing things and their "if you're not convinced, fight" spirit, the three knew that if they didn't follow Abbess Miejue's advice, the Emei Sect would definitely not show any mercy.

Xu Changlong glanced at Gu Shaoan, who stood calmly beside Abbess Miejue, took a deep breath, and replied, "I will make arrangements immediately upon my return."

Liu Ruofeng and Sun Jinhai also spoke up one after another.

Abbess Miejue ignored Xu Changlong and Liu Ruofeng, and instead looked at Sun Jinhai.

"As for you"

Meeting Abbess Miejue's gaze, Sun Jinhai was startled and wanted to open his mouth to respond.

Before Sun Jinhai could finish speaking, Abbess Miejue suddenly slammed her hand on the table.

As the energy surged, a chopstick in front of Abbess Miejue suddenly rose into the air.

With a flick of her sleeve, Abbess Miejue unleashed a torrent of powerful true energy mixed with a unique force into the chopsticks on the table, which shot towards Sun Jinhai like an arrow.

Faced with this scene, Sun Jinhai was shocked and tried to dodge by circulating his true energy, disregarding his injuries.

But just as his true energy began to circulate, Gu Shaoan, sitting next to Abbess Miejue, lightly touched the ground with his toes.

The next instant, Sun Jinhai felt as if he were in an ocean dozens of feet deep, with a heavy, oppressive force that immobilized him.

Even the true energy that had just been mobilized within his body was momentarily stagnant.

It was because of this instantaneous stagnation of his true energy that the bamboo chopstick that shot out from the air precisely pierced his right hand.

After turning her gaze away from Sun Jinhai, Abbess Miejue glanced at Gu Shaoan, who stood calmly to the side.

Originally, this bamboo chopstick was just a preemptive strike by Abbess Miejue. She planned to use her lightness skill to rush in front of Sun Jinhai and seriously injure him after waiting for Sun Jinhai to react.

Unexpectedly, Gu Shaoan, who was standing to the side, would quietly cooperate and secretly help her out, allowing her to shine in front of others.

"This monkey head."

She smiled inwardly, but Abbess Miejue's face remained serious.

With her gaze fixed on Sun Jinhai, Abbess Miejue said coldly, "If it weren't for the fact that today is a banquet hosted by our Emei Sect, I would not have spared you for your previous sophistry and even your attempts to smear our Emei Sect. Today, I will give you a small punishment as a warning. If I ever learn that your Bamboo Forest Gang is causing trouble again, the next time it will be your neck that gets pierced by bamboo chopsticks."

Although his right hand was now useless and he was in excruciating pain.

Upon hearing Abbess Miejue's words, Sun Jinhai felt as if he had been granted a pardon. He endured the excruciating pain and replied, "Thank you for your mercy, Abbess. When I return, I will certainly restrain the brothers in the gang."

"I hope you remember what I said today."

Finally, Abbess Miejue changed the subject, saying, "Jingxuan, escort the Longlong Rudder, Yunshanzhai, and the Bamboo Forest Gang down the mountain."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Jingxuan stepped forward to the table, turned to Xu Changlong and the others, and gestured with her hand, saying, "Please, everyone!" Xu Changlong, Liu Ruofeng, and Sun Jinhai, along with their sect's disciples, got up and quickly left.

After Xu Changlong and the others left, Abbess Miejue's gaze lightly fell on Yuan Jinshan, the leader of the Jinshan Sect, and Si Changfeng, the head of the Iron Horse Hall.

Meeting Abbess Miejue's gaze, the two couldn't help but feel flustered.

A few breaths later, Abbess Miejue spoke lightly: "In the future, you two should think things through before acting. It's best to keep your distance from the people of the Long Dragon Faction. Don't cause a big disaster for a small gain."

Upon hearing this, the two knew perfectly well that Abbess Miejue was targeting them.

At the same time, the two were also aware that the Emei Sect had long known about the secret alliance between the five forces.

Having figured out the reason, the two quickly responded.

Seeing this, Abbess Miejue stopped speaking, nodded to the leaders of Gu Feng Sect and Yu Xiao Sect, and slowly stood up.

"Today, our Emei Sect is hosting a banquet for all. The vegetarian dishes from the mountains are simple, and we hope you will not find them offensive."

It was only after Abbess Miejue uttered those words that the banquet on the mountain began.

However, given what had happened before, everyone's tone of voice softened considerably when they spoke.

As the banquet began, Gu Shaoan glanced down the mountain in the distance.

Looking at Song Miyun, who was trying to make her steps appear more natural, a hint of mockery flashed in Gu Shaoan's eyes.

Before Gu Shaoan could think further, Abbess Miejue suddenly looked at Qin Mengyao and said, "This humble nun thanks Miss Qin for speaking up for justice just now."

Upon hearing the voice, Qin Mengyao smiled gracefully, raised her teacup, and said, "I have heard of the reputation of the Emei Sect since I was a child. Even my master can't help but sincerely praise it whenever he mentions the Emei Sect's traditions."

"I have been living in Jiading Prefecture recently, and the local people all speak of the Emei Sect with admiration."

"The fact that the people of Jiading Prefecture treat you so well is enough to show that the Emei Sect has a pure and upright character, so Mengyao naturally trusts your sect."

Even if you wear it a thousand times, you will never wear it.

As long as you are human, you have vanity and you like to hear compliments.

If the reaction is incorrect, it can only mean that the horse is positioned incorrectly.

For Abbess Miejue, what she was most proud of and cared about most in this life was nothing more than the Emei Sect and Gu Shaoan.

If Qin Mengyao were to praise Abbess Miejue herself, Abbess Miejue might feel disdain.

But if it's about praising the Emei Sect and Gu Shaoan, then it's a different story.

Therefore, when faced with Qin Mengyao's words, Abbess Miejue smiled.

"Your teacher is very fortunate to have such a sensible disciple as Miss Qin."

Qin Mengyao shook her head and said, "If we're talking about good fortune, Abbess and Emei are far more fortunate. Otherwise, how could they have such a talented and outstanding disciple as Young Master Gu?"

Then, Qin Mengyao changed the subject, saying, "I've heard that Young Master Gu is proficient in swordsmanship. I wonder if I would have the honor of sparring with Young Master Gu in swordsmanship later?"

Sitting next to Qin Mengyao, Yang Yan couldn't help but nudge Zhou Zhiruo's arm with her elbow and transmit her voice through her true essence: "Senior sister, I have a feeling that this woman from Cihang Jingzhai seems to have impure motives?"

When asked by Yang Yan, Zhou Zhiruo looked up at Qin Mengyao and smiled lightly.

"Others may not know your character, but don't you? If this Miss Qin is truly here to make friends, that's fine. But if she has other motives, with your intelligence, you'll naturally have a way to deal with it."

When Qin Mengyao asked her question, Abbess Miejue did not take on all the responsibility for Gu Shaoan, but instead left the matter to Gu Shaoan to decide for himself.

In response, Gu Shaoan said softly, "I have heard that Cihang Jingzhai's 'Cihang Sword Manual' is a unique sword technique. Since Miss Qin is interested, I would like to see Cihang Jingzhai's unique technique for myself."

Upon hearing this, Qin Mengyao smiled gently, nodded, and then looked away.

They listened as Abbess Miejue explained to Xu Changlong and the others the Emei Sect's arrangements for various prefectures and the new regulations that the Emei Sect would be issuing in these prefectures.

She was like a pure and elegant white lotus, unassuming and unassuming.

This attracted the admiring glances of the younger, up-and-coming martial arts talents among the surrounding guests.

Throughout the process, Gu Shaoan could repeatedly sense Qin Mengyao's seemingly casual gaze.

Half an hour later.

As Abbess Juechen and Zhao Jingxuan saw them off, the guests departed one after another.

Before long, the once bustling Golden Dome Square fell silent again.

Gu Shaoan led Qin Mengyao, strolling through the martial arts arena, along the bluestone path, heading east.

A refreshing mountain breeze brushed against my clothes, dispelling the strong smell of liquor and the lingering stench of gunpowder from the banquet.

Before long, the two arrived at a grove of ancient pine trees perched on a cliff.

Beneath your feet is a half-foot-thick carpet of pine needles, soft and silent to the touch. Apart from the rustling of the pines and the occasional chirping of sparrows, there are no other noises around, so tranquil that it feels as if you are isolated from the world.

Gu Shaoan stood at the edge of the pine forest. The mountain wind was strong, causing his gold and white robe to billow wildly.

Qin Mengyao was also about ten feet away from Gu Shaoan, her steps light and graceful. Her bright eyes, which seemed to contain a sea of ​​stars, were calmly fixed on Gu Shaoan's tall and slightly aloof back. Her gaze was sometimes deep and sometimes clear.

Just then, Gu Shaoan paused, then slowly turned around.

After scanning the surroundings, Gu Shaoan asked, "What does Miss Qin think of the scenery here?"

Qin Mengyao raised her eyes, her gaze slowly sweeping over her surroundings.

"Ancient pines reach for the sky, the wind rustles through the pines, and one can enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. It is truly a beautiful landscape."

Gu Shaoan nodded and said, "I'm glad Miss Qin is satisfied."

As he spoke, Gu Shaoan formed a claw with his right hand, and in the instant his internal energy circulated, a three-foot-long branch from an ancient tree ten feet away fell into his hand.

Holding onto the branch, he continued forward, only stopping when he was nearly five zhang away from Qin Mengyao.

Understanding Gu Shaoan's meaning, Qin Mengyao took a deep breath and slowly drew the long sword she was holding.

The sword's gleam, illuminated by the sunlight, resembled a streak of autumn wild geese, exuding a chilling aura; its extraordinary nature was immediately apparent.

His gaze swept over the longsword in Qin Mengyao's hand, and Gu Shaoan nodded slightly: "A fine sword!"

Qin Mengyao replied, "This sword is named Qingqiu, and it was a gift from my master."

Finally, Qin Mengyao spoke up: "Qin Mengyao from Cihang Jingzhai, please enlighten me, Senior Brother Gu."

Gu Shaoan nodded slightly: "Please."

　It's still midnight today!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)