Chapter 297: Settling Scores After the Autumn

The Spring Festival is the day for offering sacrifices to the heavens.

The blood shed should be that of livestock.

However, the blood shed today belongs to the upper echelons of society, people of considerable power.

Various council members and powerful figures, upon learning that their offspring had been killed and that Jianhua Gongzi had been killed, were filled with rage.

Some were afraid, some were angry, and some were wary.

Outside, especially within the First Immortal Academy, the news was spreading like wildfire.

Liu Yuze's gaze was cold and stern as he looked at the drizzle outside the eaves: "A great storm is coming, I just don't know... which side will emerge victorious."

That mysterious Xu Ling had killed Wei Jue and his group in an instant; this was a blatant offense against the New Party.

The feud with the New Party had already reached a boiling point.

Throughout the entire First Immortal Academy, the only topic of discussion was what had happened during the Spring Festival.

Later, that mysterious woman's obliteration of Jianhua Gongzi pushed the situation to an irreversible state.

They did not know Jianhua Gongzi's true identity, only that even in the Ancient Origin Realm, Jianhua Gongzi was extremely noble.

"What exactly is that woman's identity?

And how does the bookstore owner in your residential complex know such a big shot?"

Liu Yuze looked at Cheng Yang, feeling immense emotion inside.

Although he was the champion of the Academy Grand Competition and an idol in Zhonglian Country with countless fans, in front of truly big shots, he was nothing.

Therefore, even with countless fans, he still adhered to his original intentions, because he knew that in this world, strength was the foundation.

"I don't know either," Cheng Yang shook his head.

He only knew that Xu Ling was powerful and mysterious; he could not fathom just how powerful he was.

"I heard that the New Aristocrats are preparing to gather together to join forces against the Old Aristocrats, and... Xu Ling," Liu Yuze's gaze was profound.

"How dare they?" Cheng Yang was slightly stunned.

Had this group grown the guts of a bear and a leopard to dare to oppose Senior Xu Ling and that mysterious woman?

"There is news that the mysterious woman who suddenly appeared is likely a big shot from the Fengxue Sect.

However... the power Jianhua Gongzi belongs to is far stronger than the Fengxue Sect.

These New Aristocrats have already contacted Jianhua Gongzi's servants to relay today's events to the sect Jianhua Gongzi belongs to.

At that time, they will be able to borrow the power of Jianhua Gongzi's sect to wipe out Emperor Huang Hun's faction, and even... the controllers of the First Immortal Academy will have to be replaced!"

Mentioning this, Liu Yuze's expression was grave.

This dispute was no small matter; if they were not careful, the entire Zhonglian Country could suffer a catastrophic disaster.

After all, the power behind Jianhua Gongzi was far stronger than the Fengxue Sect.

Cheng Yang frowned, but having thought of something, he still favored Senior Xu Ling in his heart.

"Cheng Yang, who do you think will win this dispute?" Liu Yuze asked from the side.

"Xu Ling is from my residential complex, so of course I favor him," Cheng Yang said casually.

"Is that so?" Liu Yuze asked in return, wondering what he was contemplating.

Just then, a phone rang.

Liu Yuze looked at the caller ID and frowned.

"Senior Wang Pan..."

"Ah?"

"I..."

The person calling was Senior Wang Pan, the martial arts champion of the First Immortal Academy from two sessions ago.

At this moment, Senior Wang Pan was calling him to win him over, hoping he would defect to the New Aristocrats.

He thought for a moment and finally said: "Sorry, Senior Wang Pan, my heart is set on the Dao; I do not wish to participate in these worldly disputes."

At this moment in Kyoto, undercurrents were surging.

Many troops were also assembling.

Inside the Royal Manor, Huang Hun's expression was not very good either.

"Your Majesty, today's events... will be very difficult to resolve peacefully.

I think we should immediately sever ties with that Xu Ling to resolve our crisis."

The one speaking was an old man, whose personality had always been cautious, and who was also afraid of death.

He did not know Xu Ling's background.

And that woman who slew Jianhua Gongzi was rumored to be related to the Fengxue Sect.

As for Jianhua Gongzi's identity, even the Fengxue Sect could not afford to offend him.

Now that a friend of Emperor Huang Hun's guest had slain Jianhua Gongzi, how could he not panic?

"Do not mention this matter again, otherwise..." Huang Hun's gaze was cold.

Xu Ling was his savior; it could be said that everything he had was bestowed upon him by Senior Xu Ling.

How could he betray Xu Ling?

Moreover, the other side had not even started the war, and they were already talking about surrendering and abandoning their partner; this was a path to certain death.

The people on the scene had varied expressions.

This was indeed a major event worthy of their attention.

Just then, a figure entered.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, it is bad; that fairy has gone to the Wei Family Manor... and is starting a massacre."

The man's words attracted the attention of everyone present.

After the Spring Festival incident occurred, those powerful councilors did not immediately take action, but instead gathered at Wei Family Manor.

Now, that fairy had actually come over.

"What happened?"

"What is the result?"

The people present were shocked.

They did not expect that the fairy was now actually going to cause trouble for Wei Family Manor.

"Dead... they are all dead." The man had a look of horror on his face, "Those councilors who gathered together, and the students from the First Immortal Academy... they have all been Slayed."

The people present were silent upon receiving this result.

This was definitely a major event.

At the same time, a deep chill arose in the hearts of these councilors.

After all, those councilors at Wei Family Manor were old rivals who stood in direct opposition to them.

They even firmly suppressed them.

Yet now, those old rivals had been so lightly Slayed by one person.

Is this... the power of strength?

Power without strength is nothing but floating clouds.

The people present felt a sense of the rabbit dying and the fox grieving.

Huang Hun, relatively speaking, remained calm, and he said loudly: "Good! Well Slayed!

This is our opportunity, our opportunity to completely control Zhonglian Country."

Many of the councilors present echoed this sentiment.

"Indeed, if the forces behind Jianhua Gongzi pursue this, that is a matter for the future; what we must do now is stabilize the political situation and avoid turmoil."

"Sigh... I hope the Fengxue Sect can hold on a little longer."

Huang Hun looked at the worry in everyone's eyes and did not pay much attention to it.

What is the Fengxue Sect?

Senior Xu Ling does not rely on the Fengxue Sect; he relies on himself.

Huang Hun believes that with Senior Xu Ling's strength, even the Fengxue Sect cannot do anything to him.

It is just that... I do not know if Mr. Xu Ling can handle the forces behind Jianhua Gongzi.

At this moment, outside Wei Family Manor, Yusu was in a white robe, unstained by any blood.

For a powerhouse like her, dealing with some Ordinary people is just a wave of her hand.

Beside her, Xu Xiaojing had a smile on her face: "These councilors are truly ridiculous; before they died, they even told us to wait, saying that the Leijian Sect behind Jianhua Gongzi would make us die."

Mentioning the Leijian Sect, Xu Xiaojing had a calm look on her face.

With the strength of Sister Yusu, if the Leijian Sect really comes to cause trouble.

The fate of the Leijian Sect will likely be the same as these councilors.

Not to mention Yusu, Xu Xiaojing herself has the confidence to wipe out the Leijian Sect alone.

"Alright, we should change locations," Yusu said softly, her voice calm.

The enemies here have been Slayed, but there are still many enemies outside.

Yusu has always been decisive in her actions, never giving enemies any chance.

Anyone who offends the master and might bring any trouble to the master, she must nip them in the bud.

"Okay," Xu Xiaojing smiled.

She is no longer that little girl who used to ride on Xu Ling's shoulders, clamoring to watch elephants dance.

The slaughter lasted for two days.

The entire Kyoto was in a state of panic.

Even in the First Immortal Academy, many practitioners of Immortal Cultivation died in this slaughter.

Countless people were terrified.

The honorary dean of the First Immortal Academy also stayed in his courtyard and never came out, nor did he give any explanation for this matter.

The slaughter continued.

Inside the Academy, Liu Yuze felt a lingering fear.

Senior Wang Pan was dead.

Those people invited by Senior Wang Pan also died at the hands of that terrifying woman.

Liu Yuze was incredibly grateful that he had not agreed to Wang Pan's invitation back then.

Otherwise, now... he would surely be dead as well.

The First Immortal Academy was also silent.

Many voices could only be exchanged in secret.

"Do you think... the Fengxue Sect can withstand the pressure from the Leijian Sect?"

"That female demon is too terrifying."

"Once the people from the Leijian Sect arrive, I'm afraid... the consequences will be unimaginable; I hope it doesn't implicate us."

And among the New Aristocrats faction, many also fled and hid in corners.

They were fearful and resentful, living like rats in a sewer.

"Wait for the people from the Leijian Sect to arrive; that will be the death date of that slut."

These people were very patient.

They waited for the people from the Leijian Sect to descend, then they would re-emerge.

It was only the third day.

The people from the Leijian Sect arrived.

Those who came were actually the Sect Master and the Supreme Elder of the Leijian Sect.

This caused a huge uproar at the First Immortal Academy.

With both the Sect Master and the Supreme Elder here, it seemed the matter was truly significant.

Many people hid in the shadows, preparing to watch a grand show.

Meanwhile, the Old Aristocrats led by Huang Hun were worried for Xu Ling.

But... something that made everyone's jaws drop happened.

The people from the Leijian Sect did not come to hold anyone accountable; they came to offer a humble apology.

The dignified Sect Master and Supreme Elder of the Leijian Sect knelt before the Crown Hotel and remained kneeling.

They knelt for a full twelve hours before Yusu finally appeared.

Only then did the Leijian Sect Master and the Supreme Elder stand up, their faces showing the expression of those who had survived a disaster.

The Sect Master of the Fengxue Sect also arrived in Zhonglian Country, announcing that the cooperation treaty with Zhonglian Country would be upgraded and re-signed.

If the previous contract had favored the Ancient Origin Realm and the Fengxue Sect heavily.

Now, the two sides were on equal footing.

This shocked the high-level officials of Zhonglian Country.

They secretly speculated about the identity of that woman.

It seemed she did not rely on the Fengxue Sect.

Her background and identity must be truly extraordinary.

At this time, inside the Crown Hotel.

Lin Chao wore a smile on his face: "Is this what it means to be a kept man? It seems quite nice."

On the table sat the Millennium Phoenix Flame Liquid and the Supreme Holy Stone.

These items were Supreme Treasures of the Immortal Cultivation world, enough to make even cultivators at the Great Heavenly Venerable Realm turn green with envy.

Yet, the Leijian Sect had gifted them to him to curry favor with Yusu.

"Being a kept man is fine for a while, but one cannot be one forever," Lin Chao smiled.

One's own strength is the foundation of standing firm.

The location of the Tianfang Alliance was in the Tianfang World.

The Tianfang World was the core of the Tianfang Small Thousand World.

This world was vast beyond measure, filled with clouds of powerful experts and countless True Immortals; even experts at the Venerable Immortal level numbered in the hundreds.

At this moment, in the main hall, Yusu was dressed in white, unstained by any dust.

"Junior Sister Yusu, you have returned."

At this time, a man with a heroic appearance appeared, wearing a gentle smile on his face.

"Greetings, Senior Brother Lang Heng," Yusu bowed.

Lang Heng was a Venerable Immortal, an Eighth Rank expert comparable to a god.

Lang Heng's master was the Pojian Immortal Lord.

The Pojian Immortal Lord was also a major figure in the Tianfang Alliance, belonging to the same faction as Yusu's master.

"Junior Sister Yusu seems to be in a good mood; has your cultivation improved again?

In half a month, I will hold a Dao-Seeking Assembly and have specifically invited some close friends to gather and discuss the Dao.

Would Junior Sister Yusu be willing to grant this senior brother the honor of your presence?"

Lang Heng's voice was gentle, and the adoration in his eyes was undisguised.

In the Tianfang Alliance, many people knew that Lang Heng was pursuing Yusu.

"Apologies, I cannot go," Yusu refused.

Lang Heng appeared gentle on the surface, but he was actually sinister and vicious.

Yusu did not think her charm was great enough to attract a heaven-defying talent like Lang Heng.

His approach to her had only two purposes.

First, he wanted to get closer to her master, Wendi Immortal Lord.

Second, he coveted the Yuan Shi Legacy she possessed.

"My training this time has not yet concluded," Yusu added.

Since the other party was a disciple of the Pojian Immortal Lord and a Venerable Immortal, Yusu naturally would not offend him easily.

"What a pity," Lang Heng showed a look of regret, but he did not give up. "I heard that your training location this time is in your hometown.

Would you be willing to invite me to appreciate the beautiful scenery there?"

"Apologies, I am very busy with my training and cannot be distracted," Yusu said, then took her leave and headed toward the palace ahead.

Lang Heng watched Yusu's back, the expression on his face remaining gentle.

"The Yuan Shi Legacy is a primordial Supreme Treasure; for it to fall into her hands is truly a waste, what a pity, what a pity."

Unfortunately, the other party's master was Wendi Immortal Lord, whose strength was a large margin greater than his own master's.

He did not dare to do anything to Yusu.

Otherwise, if an Honored Immortal wanted the treasure of a True Immortal, how could it still be complicated?

"However, she seems to be in a good mood, so it might be worth investigating."

Lang Heng knew that for these past few hundred years, Yusu had always been cold and icy, hiding things in her heart; it was rare to see her like this.

It was as if a knot in her heart had been untied.

Out of boredom, Lang Heng dropped a casual piece, deciding to investigate; it might be of great benefit to him in obtaining the Yuan Shi Legacy.

Inside the Palace, the figure of Yusu appeared.

She looked toward the mass of light and shadow above the Palace, a look of reverence appearing in her eyes.

"Greetings, Master."

That mass of light and shadow was not in human form, but was an incarnation of her master's will.

Her master's true body was at the front lines, suppressing the Evil God.

"You have returned?"

From within the light and shadow, a vast voice came, containing the sound of the Dao.

Within the Tianfang Alliance, all those who held the title of Immortal Lord had reached the Ultimate of the path of the Honored Immortal.

According to the classification of the God Lineage, they were at least an Upper God.

There were even existences at the Half-step Ninth Rank.

"Has your trial ended?"

"It has not."

"This trial... let it be."

"The Kunlun Cave Heaven is opening, and I have secured a spot for you."

"This time, you shall enter the Cave Heaven, cultivate diligently, and step into the realm of the Honored Immortal."

Yusu was slightly stunned, not expecting to receive this result.

"Master... I still wish to continue my trial this time."

After hesitating for a moment, Yusu spoke up.

"Having failed to live up to Master's intentions, I wish to extend the time of this trial... by a hundred years."

That mass of light and shadow was silent for a moment, then spoke after a long while.

"Have you met the person you have always wanted to find?"

"Yes." Yusu did not hesitate and nodded directly.

"Sigh... I grant you a hundred years." The voice of the light and shadow carried a trace of a sigh.

"Many thanks, Master." A look of surprise and joy appeared on Yusu's face.

She had not expected that her master would actually agree, and agree so directly.

Thanks to 【Lai Qu Cong Cong Bu Liu Hen Ji】 for the thousand-point reward; and to 【Chen Chen Shi Jian Chang】 for the reward.

(End of this chapter)