Chapter 97

Ding~

Following the sound of the two swords clashing.

The Feihong sword in Ye Gucheng's hand landed quietly on Ximen Chuixue's shoulder.

The field suddenly fell into a dead silence.

At this moment.

Whether it was wandering martial artists or the sect leaders and elders of famous orthodox sects.

All of them opened their mouths wide, looking dumbfounded.

Deep in their pupils, there was even a look of bewilderment.

It wasn't that they were surprised by Ye Gucheng's one-move victory.

On the contrary.

They were shocked that.

The duel between the two was so plain and unadorned!

Forget about sword light and sword shadows, flashy attacks, or powerful shockwaves.

The movement was so small that it wasn't even as good as two street thugs hacking at each other!!

If it weren't for the fact that they were sure they were Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue themselves.

Even if they were beaten to death, they wouldn't believe this scene was real!!

"Why?"

Ximen Chuixue said coldly.

Even though the opponent's sword was on his shoulder, less than three centimeters from his neck.

But his face didn't change in the slightest.

"You have burdens in your heart, I don't care for such a victory!"

Ye Gucheng sheathed his sword.

His eyes were full of seriousness.

"Good! I owe you a life!"

"Next duel, I will also spare you once!"

Ximen Chuixue nodded.

Between the lines, he was full of confidence.

"Good!"

Ye Gucheng responded with a smile.

There was no disdain or mockery.

As opponents who appreciated each other.

He understood him!

Seeing this.

Ximen Chuixue smiled faintly.

Before he could speak again.

Dozens of figures appeared around them instantly.

At the same time.

Two sounds of breaking through the air rang out from the void.

The visitors were none other than.

Zhuge Zhengwo and Wei Qingqingqing.

"It seems our trouble has arrived."

Ye Gucheng laughed lightly, his eyes somewhat playful.

A faint arc curled at the corner of his mouth.

Ximen Chuixue nodded slightly.

"Ye Gucheng, Ximen Chuixue!"

"You two ignore the majesty of the Great Ming, and dare to duel at the Peak of the Forbidden City, treating the Great Ming as nothing, come with us for a trip!"

Just after appearing.

Zhuge Zhengwo shouted righteously.

During the speech, he didn't forget to lock onto the two with his aura.

As soon as these words were spoken.

The onlookers who thought it was over were all shocked.

Looking at the field with excitement, not fearing the trouble.

In their eyes, there was also a hint of anticipation.

Apparently, they wanted them to fight!

No way.

The long-awaited duel between the Sword God and the Sword Saint was completely incomprehensible.

There was always a feeling of a tiger's head and a snake's tail, a wasted trip.

Now.

If both sides could have a conflict.

Wouldn't they be able to see the true strength of the Sword God and Sword Saint?

"Wait!!"

Seeing the atmosphere gradually becoming tense.

Lu Xiaofeng appeared gracefully.

Cupped his fists at Zhuge Zhengwo and said.

"Greetings, Divine Marquis."

"Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue are both people of the martial world."

"And they are both swordsmen who are wholeheartedly pursuing the sword path."

"This duel has no intention of provoking the majesty of the Great Ming."

"I hope the Divine Marquis will investigate clearly and spare them."

Saying this, he didn't forget to wink at Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue.

Signaling them not to speak randomly.

"This matter, I naturally understand."

"As for whether to pursue it or not, it depends on the Emperor's will, I cannot make the decision!"

"Therefore, I ask the two to come with me."

Zhuge Zhengwo shook his head without hesitation.

Although he also appreciated the two quite a bit.

But, eating the monarch's salary, being loyal to the monarch's affairs.

He wouldn't shield them just because he appreciated them.

Not to mention, this matter was personally ordered by the Emperor!

If he were to shield them, I fear he would be in big trouble himself!

Hearing this.

Lu Xiaofeng's smile stiffened.

Just as he was about to speak again.

Ximen Chuixue spoke before him.

"Only a dead Ximen Chuixue, no captured Ximen Chuixue!"

"The location of the duel was decided by Ximen, whatever happens, Ximen will bear it alone!"

As soon as this was said.

The atmosphere in the field suddenly became tense.

Even the temperature around.

Also dropped quite a bit.

Ye Gucheng on the side saw this.

His face was full of laughter and tears.

He knew that Ximen Chuixue's move was to repay the favor just now.

Because.

The strength of the Great Ming Dynasty.

Is not something that two martial artists who haven't even reached the Land Immortal realm can resist head-on!

But knowing the inside story.

He was not afraid at all.

Or rather.

Not only was there no ripple, but he even wanted to laugh!

"This matter is not for you to decide!"

"Everything must wait for the Emperor to decide!"

Zhuge Zhengwo snorted with an unchanging expression.

His words left no room for sentiment.

The Emperor's order was to capture both of them.

He wouldn't dare to be sloppy about this matter.

In case he angered the Emperor.

Wouldn't he be inviting trouble for himself?

Ximen Chuixue heard this.

His already cold eyes became even colder.

His right hand slowly rested on the hilt of his sword.

His aura restrained within.

Lu Xiaofeng saw this, his face changed slightly.

Hesitating for a moment, a flash of determination flickered in his eyes.

Then he stood beside Ximen Chuixue without hesitation.

Indicating his stance.

He knew.

With Zhuge Zhengwo's words just now.

Tonight's matter, I fear it will be difficult to end well!

Although this matter had nothing to do with him.

He could have avoided getting involved.

But as a close friend of Ximen Chuixue and Ye Gucheng.

He naturally couldn't watch them being taken away!

So, even if the result of him stepping forward was the same.

He still resolutely chose to stand out.

"You seem to think you have us cornered?"

On the side.

Ye Gucheng, who had been silent all along.

Suddenly sneered.

His eyes glanced at him with mockery.

Stepping forward with composure.

"Sorry, tonight, you won't be able to take anyone away!"

His voice was very light.

But it was full of certainty and confidence.

Making Zhuge Zhengwo's face sink, and anger rose in his pupils.

However.

Before he could retort.

Ye Gucheng turned his gaze to Wei Qingqingqing beside him.

Smiled faintly, and spoke in a cloud-like manner.

"Wei Qingqingqing, founder of the Zizai Sect?"

"Are you sure you want to get involved?"

As soon as the words left his mouth.

The field fell silent instantly.

Except for a few senior experts and Zhuge Zhengwo and Wei Qingqingqing himself.

The watching martial artists were all dumbfounded.

Curiosity flashed in their eyes.

Secretly pondering the information about Wei Qingqingqing.

Although they gained nothing.

But there was one thing they could be sure of.

And that was that Wei Qingqingqing was definitely not an ordinary person!

After all.

Just the name of the founder of the Zizai Sect.

Was enough to prove his extraordinariness.

But what made them even more confused was.

Where did Ye Gucheng get the confidence to say such big words?

One must know.

What he was facing right now was one of the Eight Great Dynasties!

Its power was terrifying.

Even the top sect factions of the Nine Provinces.

Would not dare to easily provoke its edge!

And facing such a behemoth.

Ye Gucheng's tone seemed as if he didn't take the Great Ming Dynasty seriously at all.

This couldn't help but make them curious.

Guessing his reliance in their hearts.

Conversely, Wei Qingqingqing and Zhuge Zhengwo.

Hearing this.

Both were shocked.

Looking at each other.

Ripples stirred in their hearts.

Apparently, they were somewhat surprised that Ye Gucheng could state his identity in one breath.

Besides this.

They were also somewhat puzzled by his composed reaction.

Not understanding where his confidence came from.

After being silent for a while.

Just when Zhuge Zhengwo was furrowing his brows and thinking hard.

Wei Qingqingqing stroked his beard and smiled slightly.

"What getting involved or not."