Chapter 212: with translation of chapter title

The conversation between Hong Zun and Bai Hua Xianzi was heard clearly by all the sect masters inside the hall, and Su Luoxing gritted their teeth.

It was looking like it would succeed any moment, so why did Hong Zun suddenly pop up now? Damn old drunkard, what is this guy trying to do?

For no reason I had a bad premonition, I took a deep look at Qi Xiong, and in my heart I concluded this was Qi Xiong's hidden move.

"Well, looks like you old thing were also hiding something nasty; it seems I, Su, really underestimated you."

Suffering losses at Qi Xiong's hands is nothing new; anyway, if anything goes wrong, in Su Luoxing's eyes it's all Qi Xiong's fault.

But at this moment Qi Xiong is also completely confused, what the hell just led him astray?

Looking at Hong Zun within the formation with suspicion, and seeing his appearance, Su Luoxing snorted repeatedly.

"Putting on an act, Qi Xiong, keep pretending—do you think such clumsy tricks can still fool me, Su Luoxing?"

"You want to play a hidden move against me? Hah, do you think I'll give you that chance?"

"What Junior Sister says makes sense—could this old thing really have ulterior motives?"

At this moment, Hong Zun inside the formation light curtain murmured softly, then his gaze fell once more on Su Luoxing.

"Sect Master Su, there won't be any of your involvement behind this, will there?"

"I don't know what you're talking about, hanging..............."

"Wait a moment."

Su Luoxing didn't want to waste words; they were about to finish, but couldn't let it be disrupted now, so they immediately tried to cut off the formation, only Qi Xiong was a step faster.

After regaining his composure, a flash of light crossed his eyes; although he still didn't know what had happened with Hong Zun over there, as the leader of Dao Yi Sect he instantly seized the opportunity—a chance to turn the tide.

Thus, seeing Su Luoxing about to cut off the formation, Qi Xiong hurried to stop them.

"Huh, Senior Brother, you're here too."

Seeing Qi Xiong's figure appear within the formation, Hong Zun smiled and said.

In response, Qi Xiong feigned a calm nod, his expression deep as he spoke.

"Junior Brother, how did the task I asked you to handle turn out?"

"Huh? Huh? Huh?"

Upon hearing that, Hong Zun was obviously taken aback—what task? When had Senior Brother ever contacted me?

It was rather bewildering, but after so many years as fellow disciples there was naturally some tacit understanding; plus Qi Xiong had been giving subtle glances, so although Hong Zun was doubtful, they went along and said.

"Senior Brother, rest assured, everything is going smoothly."

"Hmm, then tell me the result."

"Say what? What am I supposed to say? Hong Zun feels numb—what the hell is going on over there? Give me a hint."

Not knowing what to say, they glanced at Bai Hua Xianzi beside them, who also indicated they didn't know.

Finally, Hong Zun gritted their teeth, glanced at the He family members nearby—since contacting Su Luoxing was for the He family's sake, and now Senior Brother asked, they might as well tell the truth?

No choice, mainly they really didn't know what to say.

After a light cough, Hong Zun appeared steady as an old dog on the surface, but inside they were panicking badly.

"Following Senior Brother's orders, Junior Brother went to Yun City and indeed found that the He family, one of the two major clans there, had already defected to the Demonic Cultivators, with the He family patriarch even having joined the Blood Sect and practicing demonic arts."

"Furthermore, He family's second daughter He Lu is still an inner disciple of Luo Xia Sect, whose master is Luo Xia Sect's Third Elder Yu Li.................."

Hong Zun spoke slowly, and upon hearing this, Qi Xiong's eyes grew brighter and brighter.

"Damn, we've turned things around—didn't expect an extra blessing, Junior Brother, you're awesome, truly a fine junior brother of mine."

Looking at Hong Zun's old face, Qi Xiong felt a sudden closeness, even wanting to plant a fierce kiss.

They had prepared to accept fate, never expecting a way out, but who would have thought—this is a dark willow, bright flowers, another village; Hong Zun actually gave them such a big surprise.

Their heart was practically bursting with joy, yet on the surface they still put on an air of having expected it all along—calm, profound.

And as Hong Zun watched Qi Xiong's demeanor, after speaking nervously, their heart felt even more unsettled.

"Did I say it right? Why aren't you speaking, Senior Brother? Give me a hint."

The more Qi Xiong acted this way, the more Hong Zun panicked.

Under such tension, Qi Xiong finally spoke.

"Hmm, Junior Brother, you did well—what about those He family people? Did you execute them on the spot?"

In Qi Xiong's view, the best outcome would be for the He family members to remain alive, so he could make use of them later.

But that seems unlikely, given Hong Zun's nature—they were probably already killed.

But it doesn't matter; even if the effect isn't as good as keeping them alive, it's enough to thwart Su Luoxing's scheme—though wanting to turn the tables on Su Luoxing is indeed a bit ruthless, unrealistic, for people shouldn't be too greedy.

Meanwhile, Hong Zun on the other side was now in a dilemma.

"Damn, should the He family die or live? How am I supposed to answer?"

Even now I still don't understand what result Qi Xiong wants, so Hong Zun also doesn't know whether they should die or live.

"Senior Brother, what do you think—should the He family live or die?"

Really unable to figure it out, Hong Zun cautiously asked Qi Xiong across the light curtain; upon hearing that, Qi Xiong's mouth twitched, as did Su Luoxing, Qi Qinghe, and Yuan Taiji beside them.

"Listen, is this even human speech?"

Hong Zun truly didn't mean it that way; mainly they just didn't understand the situation on Qi Xiong's side.

In response, Qi Xiong could only steel themselves and reply.

"Junior Brother, don't mess around—Senior Brother and I are still keeping secrets, just tell the truth quickly."

"You really want the truth?"

"Definitely, Junior Brother, rest assured—even if you slaughtered the He family, Senior Brother wouldn't..............."

"Besides the He family patriarch, the rest of the He family were captured by Junior Brother and are still alive."

Before Qi Xiong's words had even finished, Hong Zun simultaneously gave an answer; for a moment Qi Xiong stood frozen, while Hong Zun's eyelid twitched.

This is all because you told me to speak the truth—don't blame me.

Who would have thought, in the next second, Qi Xiong went completely berserk with joy.

"Not dead? Not dead is great, junior brother, well done, well done, you've rendered great service."

Huh???

Hong Zun is completely numb, today this Senior Brother seems a bit off.

As for Su Luoxing standing aside, at this moment he couldn't hold back any longer and shouted angrily.

"Qi Xiong, have you and your fellow disciples caused enough trouble? Do you think that by doing this you can confuse and bluff your way through?"

Same tone as before, but this time Qi Xiong is completely different, giving a cold laugh, utterly without pretense.

"Bluff? Su Luoxing, do you think I stayed silent just now because I felt guilty? You're wrong; I discovered long ago that your Luo Xia Sect has issues with the Demonic Cultivators, and that's why I've remained silent all along — just to see what you'd come up with."

"Too bad, you, as the villain, first cry foul without saying anything, and your performance really disappoints me; saying that my Dao Yi Sect colludes with Demonic Cultivators is simply laughable — I think the one truly colluding with the Demonic Cultivators should be your Luo Xia Sect."

"You.............. you spout bloody nonsense..........."

Looking at Qi Xiong's thick brows and big eyes, full of righteousness, Su Luoxing, just like before with Yu Li, felt this damned familiar feeling again — why the hell does it keep happening?