Chapter 93

"Whether it is him or me, it is the same."

Ximen Chuixue shook his head.

Looking him in the eyes, he said faintly.

"What is your purpose in learning the sword?"

Perhaps because he knew him too well.

Lu Xiaofeng, who had expected him to say this, asked again.

"Initially to kill, then to save, and finally to save oneself!"

"And now?" Lu Xiaofeng raised his eyes.

"Seeking the Dao!"

Without even thinking.

Ximen Chuixue answered without hesitation.

In his eyes, there was pure sincerity.

Perhaps thinking of the upcoming duel.

He tugged at the corner of his mouth, revealing a very stiff smile.

"This matter, whether for him or for me, is a good thing."

"You shouldn't have come to persuade me."

"Instead, you should be happy for us!"

Looking at his smile.

Lu Xiaofeng was stunned.

Completely stunned.

Having known each other for many years.

This was the first time he had seen a smile on the other's face!

Although this smile looked very stiff.

But he understood.

He nodded in understanding.

And drank the tea in his cup in one gulp.

He sighed deeply.

"Congratulations!"

After saying this.

Without waiting for Ximen Chuixue to react.

He got up and left.

Only, the direction he left was not where he came from.

"Take care!"

Muttering softly.

Ximen Chuixue calmed his mind and laid his sword across his knees.

Slowly closing his eyes.

Half a cup of tea later.

Yuelai Inn, separate courtyard.

Lu Xiaofeng's figure appeared quietly.

In the courtyard.

Compared to Ximen Chuixue's bathing and burning incense.

At this moment, Ye Gucheng was just blankly looking up at the bright moon in the void.

In his eyes, there seemed to be some entanglement.

He is a swordsman.

But he is not a pure swordsman!

Or rather.

After becoming a member of the Green Dragon Society.

In this life, he would never be able to be a pure swordsman again!

But just as Ximen Chuixue appreciated him.

He also appreciated Ximen Chuixue very much.

And the reason he was entangled.

Was not because he was worried about losing tomorrow night's duel.

With the resources and cultivation of the Green Dragon Society.

His strength had long since surpassed Ximen Chuixue by an unknown amount.

Therefore.

This duel.

From the very beginning, the outcome was destined.

Only, he didn't want Ximen Chuixue to fall just like that.

Or rather.

He didn't want to kill Ximen Chuixue when their strength was not equal!

But out of respect for him.

And his pious nature.

He knew.

Only by doing his best.

Would it be the best outcome for both sides!

Even if the result was the other's death!!

Thus.

He was somewhat entangled.

Seeming to have noticed Lu Xiaofeng's arrival.

Ye Gucheng withdrew his gaze and spoke calmly.

"Coming from him?"

"You two are truly my nemesis! For me, Lu Xiaofeng, to have you two as friends in this life, it is truly a misfortune!"

Rolling his eyes in annoyance.

Lu Xiaofeng sat down opposite him without any image.

As for why he said such things.

It was truly because even these two parties involved were acting like nothing was wrong.

While he himself was as anxious as an ant on a hot pot.

Running around, trying to stop this duel.

Truly, the emperor is not anxious, but the eunuch is.

He had broken his heart for an old friend!

"This matter is not as simple as you think."

"Therefore, you had best not get involved."

"Otherwise, I fear there will no longer be anyone named Lu Sandan in the martial world."

A faint smile curled at the corner of his mouth.

Ye Gucheng glanced at him without a trace.

His tone was neither sad nor happy.

"Hmm?"

"Could it be that there are other schemes involved?"

Lu Xiaofeng's heart stirred upon hearing this.

His four eyebrows twitched subconsciously.

A flash of curiosity flickered in his eyes.

"Your curiosity will kill you sooner or later!"

Glancing at him sideways.

Ye Gucheng changed the subject and said again.

"Rest assured, I will hold back."

"He is a respectable opponent!"

"Even if he dies, he should die purely!"

Perhaps because of mutual appreciation.

Ye Gucheng ultimately chose to spare his life.

Even if this would make it seem like he didn't respect him enough!

Of course.

This was also because Ximen Wudi had not given an order to kill the other.

Otherwise.

No matter how reluctant he was.

He would still strike a fatal blow!!

On this point, he felt somewhat fortunate in his heart.

Only, what he didn't know was.

Perhaps compared to the Great Ming martial world, or the Nine Provinces martial world.

Ximen Chuixue could indeed be considered a decent swordsman.

But that was just a decent swordsman.

Not worthy of attracting Ximen Wudi's attention.

His gaze, from beginning to end, was only on the Nine Provinces!

And Ximen Chuixue was strong, yes.

But compared to the various Dragon Heads, Twelve Halls, and Three Hundred and Sixty-Five Altars of the Green Dragon Society.

There was still a significant gap!

"Phew~~"

"With that, I can rest easy."

Hearing this.

A smile appeared on Lu Xiaofeng's face.

But in an instant, he teased with interest again.

"Only... how can you be so sure that ice block is not your match?"

"Don't forget, although your Flying Immortal from Beyond the Heavens is strong, his Chuixue Sword Technique is not weak either!"

Seeing him return to his curious-baby nature.

Ye Gucheng rolled his eyes in annoyance and closed his mouth without answering.

Having joined the Green Dragon Society for many years.

If he didn't even have this much confidence.

Let alone the Great Dragon Head.

Even he himself could not forgive himself!

After all.

The terror of the Green Dragon Society.

Only when one truly comes into contact with It will one understand Its horror!!

And within it, all kinds of resources are available.

If he still couldn't widen the gap with Ximen Chuixue.

He felt he could just slit his own throat in shame.

Why duel at all!!!

"Forget it if you won't say, I don't even want to hear it!"

Looking at him expectantly for a long time.

Seeing that he remained unmoved.

Lu Xiaofeng curled his lips.

Pretending to be uninterested and got up to leave.

The heart that had been hanging.

Also gradually settled down after receiving Ye Gucheng's promise.

Seeing this.

Ye Gucheng shook his head with a smile.

He didn't speak to keep him.

At the same time.

Inside the palace.

"How is it?"

"Have Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue both arrived?"

Zhu Houzhao asked softly.

Beneath that seemingly calm expression.

A hint of coldness was faintly revealed.

"They have already arrived."

"Besides them."

"The major sects of the Nine Provinces as well as the major dynasties have all sent many people one after another."

"Presumably, tomorrow night will be very lively."

Wei Jinzhong bowed with a smile.

While speaking.

A cold murderous intent flashed in his eyes.

"As long as they have arrived."

"Have the things I ordered been arranged?"

Zhu Houzhao nodded slightly.

Then, as if thinking of something, he continued to ask.

Although he had completely controlled the entire Great Ming with the help of the Night Emperor earlier.

But it must be said.

In order to purge the rebels.

The core forces of the Great Ming Dynasty on the surface.

Had indeed decreased because of this.

Coupled with the fact that tomorrow's scene would definitely gather too many experts.

Therefore, he asked again, somewhat worried.

"Your Majesty, rest assured."

"The Six Doors, the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and the Eastern and Western Depots have all been arranged."

"Even, for the sake of caution, Lord Divine Marquis has invited his master out!"

Wei Jinzhong smiled slightly and explained carefully.

"Oh? Zhuge Divine Marquis's master?"

"What is his cultivation realm?"

Zhu Houzhao's expression stirred.

A flash of curiosity flickered in his eyes.