bookbashuk Chapter 163 Gonghuo (Fourth Update)
Chapter 163 Gonghuo (Fourth Update)
Chapter 163: Arching Fire (Fourth Update)
Gu Youyou was momentarily taken aback by Zhang Chi's words.
Wow, I thought you were about to make a move!
She had already planned out her moves, but Zhang Chi was thinking about running away?
Does that make sense?
"Why run? Why not just kill them all?" she asked.
"Killing them would expose our strength. If I run, they will at most think that I can run. Isn't that better?" Zhang Chi quickly analyzed the pros and cons for Gu Youyou. Yin Xun and the Dragon Transformation Palace's actions were also straightforward. They wanted to create an established fact. Once the Sword Sect was destroyed, they could claim that the Sword Sect had resisted, and the matter would be over without anyone seeking justice for them. But if someone managed to escape, Yin Xun would have to consider public opinion. After all, suspecting the Sword Sect of theft was already too far-fetched. Everyone knew this, so why would Yin Xun still do it? Moreover, the Sword Sect had made contributions to the Alliance. The people within the Dragon River Alliance might not care, but if this matter spread outside to other places in the Western State, it would be embarrassing. Therefore, Zhang Chi was confident that as long as he ran, everyone would be safe. He was already prepared and remained calm.
Feng Qi's face turned cold as he said, "We have the right to suspect you and investigate you. Are you trying to resist?"
Feng Qi raised his hand, and the disciples of the Dragon Transformation Palace also took out their weapons, ready to attack at any moment.
Elder Chong Ling hurriedly arrived and saw the situation, feeling very uneasy. She was no match for Feng Qi, and as a disciple, she was also no match for these Foundation Building cultivators. What should she do?
These people were clearly looking for trouble on purpose. They wanted to frame them, so what could they do?
Everyone understood this, and Feng Qi was just going through the motions.
The Memory Stone had already been activated. If Zhang Chi and the others resisted, it would naturally be recorded as evidence of their guilt.
This would be the best outcome.
If the Sword Sect allowed the search without resistance, then they would have to resort to direct action.
The atmosphere on the scene was already tense. No matter how Zhang Chi chose to respond, they would attack.
The only difference was who would make the first move.
Just as Zhang Chi was about to run away, a voice filled with doubt rang out.
"What are you doing?"
Hearing this voice, Feng Qi's scalp went numb.
Why did this girl come at such a critical moment?
Zhang Chi also felt relieved when he heard Long Yan's voice.
Good, we don't have to run for now, and it will save us a lot of trouble.
"Elder Long, let me explain. The palace lord suspects that our sect is involved in a theft case and has come to investigate for evidence," Zhang Chi said.
"What theft case?" Long Yan felt that something was not right. The Sword Sect was fine, so how did it get involved in a theft case?
She walked over to take a look at the official document, but Feng Qi quickly put it away.
"Elder Long, you have a good relationship with the Sword Sect, so please step aside," Feng Qi said. He couldn't attack in front of Long Yan, so he could only try to get her out of the way.
Long Yan didn't buy it. She had been very angry recently, and Feng Qi's evasive behavior made her even angrier.
"Bring it out. I am the head of the Law Enforcement Hall. Is there any document that I can't see?" she said.
"This..." Whether it was the Law Enforcement Hall or the Dragon Transformation Palace, Long Yan's status was higher.
Helpless, Feng Qi had no choice but to take out the document.
Long Yan took a look and immediately started cursing.
"Has Yin Xun's brain turned into a pig's head? Doesn't he know what the Sword Sect is like now? Elder Divine Ability is dead, and Elder Divine Soul only has one left and hasn't reached the Late Stage. How could the Sword Sect steal the Talisman Treasure Sect's library?" Long Yan only thought of the first layer and didn't realize Yin Xun's true intentions. She thought he was just being foolish.
But she didn't know that his heart was rotten, but his mind was very clever.
Long Yan's scolding made Feng Qi feel a little embarrassed.
He weakly defended himself, "The palace lord has the right to suspect anyone with suspicion."
"Just because you have the right doesn't mean you can suspect anyone you want. I even suspect that he stole it himself. It's more convenient and reasonable to steal from within. Why don't you think of that?" Long Yan said.
"Elder Long..." Feng Qi didn't expect Long Yan to be so bold, especially in front of outsiders.
"Enough, whether you have all turned into pig heads or not, in any case, don't bring out such absurd documents to embarrass yourselves," Long Yan said.
Seeing that Long Yan insisted on protecting them, Feng Qi knew that this matter couldn't continue. Could he kill the Sword Sect's people in front of Long Yan? Since it was pointless to persist, he might as well retreat and see how the palace lord would arrange things.
"Now that Elder Long insists on protecting them, we will leave first. Please explain to the palace lord yourself," Feng Qi said.
"What do I need to explain? Go ask Yin Xun if he dares to come to me for an explanation."
Long Yan became angry upon hearing the news about Yin Xun. In his rage, Feng Qi didn't dare to face him directly and could only leave with his tail between his legs.
As they left, Zhang Chi sighed deeply and bowed to Long Yan.
Long Yan couldn't help but feel puzzled and asked, "Is it necessary for you to show such courtesy?"
Zhang Chi shook his head and said, "I am grateful to you for saving the lives of more than eighty people in my sect."
"Hmm?"
Long Yan wasn't foolish. When someone pointed something out to her, she could understand it immediately.
"If met with resistance, kill without mercy. They were planning to attack just now, weren't they?"
Long Yan was shocked and angry, but Zhang Chi shook his head.
"Not necessarily. Perhaps it was just my overthinking. In any case, we owe a lot to you. Sword Sect has been spared a disaster thanks to you. Now that Sword Sect has lost its home and protection, it is thanks to you that we can survive in this land. I owe you a great debt of gratitude."
Zhang Chi's words made Long Yan's face even hotter.
She felt ashamed and embarrassed.
Sword Sect suffered countless casualties in their battle against the Water Monster, and only a few sparks of fire remained.
All of this was because those in the upper reaches only cared about their own interests and disregarded the lives of their allies.
That would have been bad enough, but now Sword Sect, which had managed to survive, was being falsely accused.
These people were simply shameful!
Upon careful reflection, Feng Qi was Yin Xun's confidant, while she and Zhang Chi were closer...
The motives and reasons were all clear now.
How could Long Yan not know that today's difficulties for Sword Sect were all because of her?
It was fortunate that she arrived in time. If she had been any later, would she have witnessed a scene like the one at Iron Sword Gate on Little Warehouse Mountain?
"Good, very good. I'm going to find him. This matter is not over!"
Long Yan was very serious. She was truly angry.
In the past, she could tolerate whatever Yin Xun did, after all, he was the sect master, and although he was a bit foolish, he still considered the interests of the sect.
But this time, what did Sword Sect have to do with Dragon Transformation Palace?
He was only acting out of selfish desires, without any moral shame, making people sick to their stomachs.
Seeing this, Zhang Chi naturally tried to console her, saying, "Let it go. After all, nothing really happened. Maybe I just overthought it, and there might be some misunderstanding."
"What misunderstanding? That old scoundrel was full of murderous intent. It's clear that he came looking for trouble!"
Cai Yu interjected, and Zhang Chi mentally praised her, while also retorting, "Cai Yu, don't say that. There's no evidence. We can't sow discord between Elder Long and Dragon Transformation Palace. She has already helped us a lot."
Zhang Chi understands Cai Yu very well. Just by trying to stop her from speaking, she will definitely continue talking.
Sure enough, Cai Yu angrily said, "You want evidence, right? Let me hear what they are saying!"
Cai Yu has sharp eyes and ears, she is an excellent radar.
However, Feng Qi and the others were unaware of this. After they left, they thought they were far enough away and wouldn't be heard.
"Elder, are we just going back like this?"
"What else can we do if we don't go back? Elder Long interfered, it won't end well."
"Let's find another opportunity in the future. It's easy for the Palace Master to control them."
"Elder Long really doesn't know any better, always helping outsiders."
"That Zhang Chi is indeed talented. Women are so shallow, they like good-looking men. In terms of strength and power, what does he have compared to the Palace Master?"
"In terms of strength and power, what does he have compared to the Palace Master?"
Cai Yu imitated their conversation, mimicking their tone. The more Long Yan listened, the angrier he became.
She didn't doubt that Cai Yu was lying. What Cai Yu said was clearly true.
The truth was already in front of them. Yin Xun was jealous of Zhang Chi, thinking that she liked him, so he wanted to harm him. He didn't hesitate to destroy the entire Sword Sect for this.
Such a vicious heart, such despicable means. Long Yan felt disgusted and wanted to vomit.
Zhang Chi tried to appease her, saying, "Don't be angry, don't be angry. Maybe I unintentionally acted too intimate with you in front of others, causing misunderstandings. I'll be more careful in the future."
"Why should you be careful? I'm willing to be your sister. Does he have the right to interfere?
I'm going back to the Dragon Transformation Palace now. I must give you an explanation for this."
"Don't, if you go back like this, I'm afraid you'll suffer. Let's calm down first!"
In the end, Zhang Chi ignited a fire. Long Yan took a deep breath and said, "No, I'm calm now."
She was just a little angry, if she didn't beat a few people, it would be hard to end this.
Ignoring Zhang Chi's obstruction and disregarding the matter of Bai Meitu, Long Yan rode on the Cotton Cloud and headed straight for the Dragon Transformation Palace.
After they left, other members of the Sword Sect came to inquire about the situation. Zhang Chi didn't explain the specific details, only telling them to practice with peace of mind, as their senior brother would support them even if the sky fell.
Such bold words also reassured the others.
Only Gu Youyou secretly sneered.
Yes, you will support them if the sky falls, because the sky will never fall.
Except for the sky falling, your senior brother won't support you!
This storm came and went quickly. Bullets always fly for a while. It will also take time for Long Yan to return to the Dragon Transformation Palace.
Meanwhile, Zhang Chi was still hesitating, trying to decide which side's power to choose as the lucky one.
Since the Dragon Transformation Palace has caused such a commotion, let them take the blame!
"Youyou, deliver my storage ring to the residence of the elder on duty! And this sealed letter, erase all traces of its aura for me..."
(End of this chapter)