A player on Mount Hua starts by obtaining the Prism color entry.

"No rush, speak slowly."

Lu Ming was not surprised. Sang San Niang was in Hengyang handling affairs, and her mission this time was to assist in the capture of Qu Yang, the Right Envoy of the Sun Moon Divine Cult, who had betrayed the cult.

This was sent by Yang Lianting. After meeting with the imperial envoy, Dongfang Bubai went into seclusion and gave Yang Lianting the task of purging the disobedient followers and summoning all his men back to Blackwood Cliff.

Those who had drifted away from the Sun Moon Cult and were essentially semi-retired were recalled, and those who refused to return were killed on the spot.

Qu Yang was just one of them; others included Xiang Wentian, Saintess Ren Yingying, and her followers. There were also many smaller sects surrounding the Sun Moon Cult, who were also among those recalled.

Such unusual behavior makes it hard not to speculate. Could it be that the Sun Moon Cult is eager to conquer Sichuan and Chongqing and eliminate the Five Mountains Sword Sect, Southern Shaolin, and Southern Wudang?

Qu Yang was being chased a few days ago, not long after he had separated from Liu Zhengfeng. After hearing about the Huashan Sword Demon's style of doing things, and the widely circulated and popular song "The Flower is Too Fragrant."

Qu Yang then escorted his granddaughter Qu Feiyan into the city so that she could seek refuge with Lu Ming, while he himself drew away the pursuers.

Perhaps it was the recognition of their musicality, or perhaps it was something they heard from Liu Zhengfeng, but right now, the only way for their granddaughter to survive was to send Qu Feiyan over.

If they fell into the hands of the Sun Moon Cult, they would undoubtedly suffer inhuman torture, and even death would be a luxury.

Based on Sang San Niang's information, Lu Ming felt that there was an unseen force pulling the strings behind the scenes. He remembered that after Dongfang Bubai castrated himself, he lost all ambition and devoted himself to homosexuality with Yang Lianting. He allowed him to have any other women except for those he was forbidden from seeing.

He agreed to everything, including instigating the cholera outbreak against the Sun Moon Cult, killing his former brothers who had fought alongside him, and seizing vast amounts of wealth.

Who could it be? And what do they want?

"You'll stay by my side as a maid for now. What are you good at?"

Upon hearing this, Qu Feiyan's fair and flawless face flushed red, and she stammered, "I can serve you wholeheartedly, whether it's serving tea and water or warming your bed."

Lu Ming reached out and tapped her smooth forehead, saying irritably, "These are basic skills. I'm asking what else you can do. Can you play the flute, poison, or grow flowers and plants?"

Qu Feiyan was mortified, a wave of shame washing over her. Had she misunderstood, or...? Yes, it must have been the young master's doing on purpose, that scoundrel! So handsome and alluring, he made one both hate him to the core and irresistibly drawn to him. How wicked!

But I really like it! What should I do?

"Feifei can brew wine! She's also a good housekeeper; she's excellent at tidying up the houses and managing the estate!"

As he spoke, he proudly puffed out his chest.

The lotus buds are just beginning to emerge; it's a pity, all I can say is that the future is promising!

"Brewing wine? Alright, I'll brew some to try when I have time. Now that you're by my side, remember one thing. No matter what, as long as you're my maid, I will protect you. If you ever want to leave, just tell me, and I'll let you go."

"While I, Lu Ming, am not a good person, I would never stoop so low as to threaten a girl with such means. You can trust me during this time. Even if Dongfang Bubai comes in person, he won't be able to take you away."

As Lu Ming spoke, his inner strength surged, spreading out his forty years of refined inner energy, as if even the air itself had solidified. In Qu Feiyan's eyes, the young master's figure suddenly became incredibly tall, like a mountain blocking her way, and a feeling of being able to rely on him and trust him welled up in her heart.

This made her heart pound, and she nodded like a chick pecking at rice: "Feifei understands, Feifei won't leave Young Master! Young Master, please don't send Feifei away, Feifei will do anything!"

In the main hall, all the Five Sacred Mountains Sword Sects were present except for the Songshan Sect, Wudang Sect, and Shaolin Sect.

Various wandering martial artists and minor sects, including Master Xia of the Six Harmonies Sect, the leader of the Sea Sand Gang, and Granny Tie of the Three Gorges Goddess Peak, all of whom had connections with Liu Zhengfeng, were present.

Even the Northern Beggars' Clan sent their deputy leader, Zhang Jin'ao, who had received guidance from Hong Qigong. Hong Qigong, as a senior member of the Beggars' Clan, had served as the leader of both the Northern and Southern Beggars' Clans. He was a man whose whereabouts were rarely seen.

Just as they were about to begin, another group of people arrived outside. They wore blue Taoist robes embroidered with gold-edged Tai Chi patterns, clearly disciples of the orthodox Wudang School!

Liu Zhengfeng was quite surprised, and stepped forward with a smile, saying, "Could it be the two heroes, Yu, from Wudang?"

Central Plains sects rarely come to remote regions like Sichuan, partly because they look down on them, and partly because there aren't any decent experts there. Unless they're passing through the Western Regions or Southern Frontier, they tend to congregate in the Central Plains, where it's more prosperous, bustling, and offers more novel experiences.

The mountains are high and the waters are far, the canyons are deep and the roads are rugged and difficult to travel. There are many poisonous insects and ferocious beasts, and bandits and outlaws roam freely. Having seen the wealth of the Central Plains, coming here is no different from being exiled.

Yu Lianzhou also clasped his hands in a salute, his face cold: "I apologize for coming uninvited, Vice Sect Leader Liu. After receiving my fifth brother's letter, my master ordered me to come and meet him, as well as escort Young Hero Lu."

After saying that, he looked at Lu Mingshi, and even he, who was usually serious, showed a rare smile.

He cupped his hands in greeting to Yue Buqun, who was seated to his left, and said, "My master often mentions the Huashan Sect, a renowned and orthodox sect of Taoism. Master Yue, a master of great teachings, produces outstanding disciples. I have come to ask Young Hero Lu to treat my third brother's illness and injuries. I will certainly bring generous gifts to visit you on the mountain another day to express my gratitude to Master Yue!"

When faced with praise from the Wudang Sect, it was Yu Erxia, the most skilled of the Seven Heroes of Wudang, who offered the compliments. Others might have just been polite, but Yu Erxia was different; he said what he meant and never flattered others.

Even though Yue Buqun was a cunning man, he couldn't help but laugh heartily. Thinking back to how he had once harbored some resentment towards his disciple Lu Ming for requesting the Zixia Divine Skill and marrying his daughter, he now realized how utterly ridiculous he had been.

If anything were to happen in the future, it would be a way to entrust the Huashan Sect and my junior sister to him, so that I wouldn't feel ashamed before the ancestors of the Huashan Sect when I'm in the underworld.

"Haha, Second Master Yu, you flatter me. My disciple's achievements today are all thanks to his hard work. He practices martial arts during the day and studies medical books at night. His single-minded dedication puts even me, his master, to shame."

"Tomorrow, when you go to Wudang, you must uphold morality and fulfill your duty to heal and save lives. You must not be arrogant or complacent. I will be entrusting the Huashan Sect to you in the future. From today onwards, you will be the young sect leader. When I am not here, you will be in charge of all affairs."

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Young Sect Leader?

The crowd began to whisper amongst themselves, some surprised, some envious, and others with gleaming eyes, wondering how to curry favor with the powerful.

Even the renowned Wudang Sect has personally given their approval. If they can save Yu Sanxia on this trip, Wudang and Huashan Sects will surely have a future bond. That's the most recognized figure in martial arts, a man who has quelled the demonic cult for sixty years, slaughtering countless members. He slapped away five major sects with a single blow, a figure even Shaolin dared not utter a word of indignation at.

"The Huashan Sect has really struck gold!"

Congratulations, Junior Brother Lu!

"Senior brother, you're mistaken. From now on, you should call me Young Sect Leader!"

Liu Jing stared intently at Lu Ming, recalling how Yue Lingshan had urged her to marry him, saying things like "good things shouldn't go to outsiders." She felt utterly ashamed.

Unwilling?

Bullshit! I'd be a million times more willing!

Linghu Chong forced a smile in the crowd. Compared to Lu Ming, he only brought shame to the Huashan Sect. What qualifications did he have to succeed Lu Ming?

He used to enjoy lively gatherings, but now, looking at the crowds flattering his junior brother, he only finds it noisy.