Yellow Court Daoist

Scenes alternated in cycles.

Lu Qingfeng's voice was somber, "Prince Consort has always been magnanimous. Even though Ao Yin and Ao Pi often bullied the Third Prince, the Prince Consort still responded kindly. Yet they attempted to kill the Prince Consort by exploiting their position, and disrespected the teacher and the Third Prince. I happened to pass by, worried about the Prince Consort's safety and had to slay them both. As for the matter with the teacher's wife from the past, I've also uncovered some clues."

No excess explanation was needed from Lu Qingfeng.

The two scenes in the sky had clearly illustrated all cause and effect.

Ao Geng's eyes darkened.

However, thick Evil Qi filled the eyes of Ao Zhan and Ao Lie.

The murder intent was rampant.

"Ah!"

Four thousand navy officers, friend and foe alike, spewed blood from seven orifices and collapsed.

A cold and slightly unpleasant look appeared on Ao Geng's face, without a word.

Ao Zhan's face, pale and his reddish beard trembling, said slowly, "Back then, when I was desperate, you appeared out of nowhere, willing to help me relocate Yun'er to Wujiang, for which I was immensely grateful. Only you and I knew about this clandestine matter. Besides this, there was no third party. Despite how quickly the West Sea Ao Wind and East Sea Ao Xun found Yun'er, I was so perturbed at the time that I thought it was the West Sea's doing. Later, considering our past relationships, I did not think too much of it."

"Now it seems, everything was under your calculation."

"To commit such despicable acts just for True Saint Thunder Seal."

Initially, Ao Zhan's voice was soft, gradually becoming severe with strong malice.

Once the realization dawned, all knots in his heart unraveled.

Upon further thought.

Ao Le was clearly in Wujiang Dragon Palace. If Ao Geng truly cared, how could he not know of the circumstances?

Thinking of Ao Le.

Anger on Ao Zhan's face intensified, and his killing intent thickened.

Hearing this, Ao Geng furrowed his brows and said, "Ao Zhan, you have indeed taken a good disciple who accuses first to gain the upper hand. But the Daoist who informed on us years ago had nothing to do with me, and the True Saint Thunder Seal was just an occasional find. Let's not discuss this for now. It's true that Ao Yin and Ao Pi were insolent, but their guilt does not deserve death. But let's not mention this case now."

Having said this.

Ao Geng, pointing at Lu Qingfeng with his finger, murderous intent surging in his eyes, declared: "But today, you of Min River and Luofu publicly executed Ao Liang and Ao Zhi, and your eldest disciple Chi Bai attacked Ao Juun. Under everyone's watchful eyes, no matter how convincing your arguments, you cannot distort the truth. I won't take the law into my own hands; you should quickly go with me to the Great Marshal to decide the punishments!"

Ao Geng's eyes were chillingly cold.

Knowing under the protection of Ao Zhan, it would be hard to kill Luo Fuzi and Ao Lie and avenge Ao Liang and Ao Zhi's sons.

But if he asked the Heaven Suppressing Grand Marshal to preside and impose punishments, not only Luo Fuzi couldn't escape the calamity, but even Min River Dragon Lord Ao Zhan would be implicated in spreading rumors.

Even the position of the Second Grade Dragon Lord could be completely stripped.

"Among the Five Heaven Marshals of the Heaven Suppressing Army, Commander of East Heaven Ao Shang is Ao Geng's great uncle, and Wujiang is under the Ao Shang branch. With Ao Shang's support, when we go before the Great Marshal, black and white might be difficult to discern. Senior brother must be careful," said Ao Lie with a pale face bearing injuries, he secretly communicated to Lu Qingfeng with a concerned tone.

"Rest assured, Third Prince."

Lu Qingfeng smiled, having his own plans in mind.

Ao Geng looked at Ao Zhan, Lu Qingfeng, and Ao Lie, and with a fierce sweep of his sleeves, he shouted, "What's the matter, afraid to go?!"

No matter what.

An issue from over fifteen hundred years ago, entangled and challenging to clarify. Even if it was found out he was the informer, it would still be a personal grievance between him, Ao Geng, and Ao Zhan.

But continuously having his four sons killed by Luo Fuzi of Min River, and Chi Bai killing another, was indisputable.

In front of the Great Marshal, with his uncle Uncle Ao Shang lending support.

It would surely put Min River inescapably responsible!

Resolute in his heart.

Seeing that the three of Ao Zhan didn't move, Ao Geng sneered coldly, no longer delaying, and a sudden flash of Xuan Light appeared under his feet, ready to ascend to the heavens.

But just then—

Boom!

A splendid light from beyond the heavens fell, swiftly appearing on the scene.

Upon seeing it, Ao Geng immediately revealed a respectful expression, bowed and said, "Wujiang Ao Geng, greets Commander of East Heaven!"

The newcomer, clad in Qingxuan Armor and wearing a Feixia Helmet, was none other than one of the Five Heaven Marshals of the Heaven Suppressing Army of Shang River Dragon Palace—

Ao Shang!

"Min River Ao Zhan, greets Commander of East Heaven."

Seeing him, Ao Zhan hurriedly stepped forward to greet him.

His heart tensed, thoughts rapidly turning, somewhat apprehensive.

"Greetings, Commander of East Heaven!"

From all sides, soldiers, one and all, bowed down, their voices thunderous. This was one of the grand Five Heaven Marshals, nearly a godlike figure in the eyes of the soldiers. Seeing him in person today, even though blood was streaming from their seven apertures and they lay collapsed on the ground, each one struggled to kneel, loudly shouting their respects.

Ao Shang's demeanor remained unshaken.

His appearance grave and austere.

His gaze swept over Ao Geng and Ao Zhan, eventually resting on Lu Qingfeng, "Yu Mountain Sect Leader, the Great Marshal invites you."

"Yu Mountain Sect Leader?"

"Yu Mountain Sect Leader?!"

"Yu Mountain Sect Leader?!?!"

Ao Geng, Ao Zhan, and Ao Lie, originally bowing respectfully, heard this and suddenly looked up, all eyes converging on Lu Qingfeng.

Another glance at Ao Shang.

Indeed, it was Luo Fuzi in front.

Eyes widened, mouths slightly open, showing an incredulous expression—

Luo Fuzi.

Had actually become the Sect Leader of one of the Six Great Immortal Sects of Chun Shen—Yu Mountain?

"It seems."

"Ao Zhuo and others, anxious about the Blood Spring Abyss Suppressing Array, didn't even inform Min River about my ascent to Sect Leader of Yu Mountain."

Lu Qingfeng observed and understood.

Perhaps besides being busy with affairs and focusing solely on the Blood Spring Demon Sect, Ao Zhuo and other high-ranking True Immortals of Shang River Dragon Palace were also troubled about how to deal with the Yu Mountain Faction and cope with Lu Qingfeng being its Sect Leader.

It made sense that Min River was unaware.

"Thank you, Marshal. May I ask if we could wait a moment?"

Lu Qingfeng collected his thoughts and looked at the Commander of East Heaven, speaking as if they had long been acquainted.

In fact.

The two indeed had met earlier.

Three years ago, atop Yu Mountain, under the leadership of Heaven Suppressing Grand Marshal Ao Zhuo, followed by four generals, were indeed the Four Heaven Marshals of East, South, West, and North among the Five Heaven Marshals.

Commander of East Heaven, Ao Shang, was also among them.

"Marshal—"

Seeing this, Ao Geng showed hesitation in his eyes, looking up at Ao Shang.

Ao Shang ignored him.

He said to Lu Qingfeng, "Don't make the Great Marshal wait too long."

That settled it.

When summoned by the Great Marshal, even Ao Geng had no more doubts.

"But—"

"How could this boy possibly become the Sect Leader of Yu Mountain Sect?!"

Ao Geng's mind was in turmoil, no longer holding the confident composure as before.

"Luo Fu."

"Yu Mountain Sect Leader."

Ao Zhan and Ao Lie looked at Lu Qingfeng, seeing him stand dignified yet unyielding before the mighty Commander of East Heaven, a flicker of surprise appeared in their eyes.

Silently waiting.

The scene was quiet.

Ao Shang's eyes seemed closed but not entirely, totally unconcerned about the passage of time.

After about half an hour.

From beyond the North Heaven, seven tunneling lights carrying wind and surpassing fire abruptly arrived.

Seven similarly-shaped Daoists landed in front of Lu Qingfeng, bowed respectfully, and said, "Reporting to the Sect Leader, we have not failed our mission, and have slain the Red Snake, the great general at Beiming State's Mystic Eagle Mountain. His severed head is here, please, Sect Leader, take a look!"

The leading Daoist lifted his hand, and a large snake head rolled onto the ground.

Its eyes looking upwards, already devoid of any life, completely dead.

"Thank you for your hard work, Uncles."

Lu Qingfeng hurriedly expressed his gratitude.

These seven people were also monks of the Yu Mountain Sect, cultivating at Wuwang Sea's Swallowing Star Mountain, establishing a secondary residence, and setting substantial foundations known as the 'Swallowing Star Seven Ancestors,' contemporaries of the former Yu Mountain Sect Leader Gu Xuan, and Gu Sun of Wuwang Sea.

Even as the Sect Leader, Lu Qingfeng had to address the seven as Uncles.

All in the Swallowing Star Seven Ancestors possessed Primordial Spirit cultivation. Jointly, they set up the 'Swallowing Star Sword Formation.' Even Gu Xuan found them troublesome and was unwilling to confront them.

The realms intertwined.

Heavenly Mechanism receded.

Lu Qingfeng had calculated that Chi Bai couldn't resist the temptation, and betrayed them to Mystic Eagle Mountain with endless sins. Three years ago, he personally went to Swallowing Star Mountain, requesting the Swallowing Star Seven Ancestors. Knowing the deep background and promising future of the new Sect Leader, who was also designated by three True Immortal Ancestors,

They naturally sought to curry favor.

Thus ensued the scene at this moment.

"Sect Leader is too kind."

"If there are no further instructions, we shall return to Swallowing Star Mountain first."

Yao Xingzi, the leader among the Swallowing Star Seven Ancestors, waved to Lu Qingfeng with a smile.

"Alright."

"Qing Yuan will surely visit in person to extend thanks another day."

Lu Qingfeng bowed with hands clasped.

The Swallowing Star Seven Ancestors, each smiling, their gazes swept past Ao Geng, Ao Zhan, and especially Ao Shang, noticing his aura was nearly equal to the three ancestors of their Yu Mountain Sect.

"Mahayana True Immortal!"

The seven were shocked, feeling the profound background of the new Sect Leader.

This favor granted today was sure to reap significant benefits in the future.

One by one, their hearts thrilled, they mounted tunneling lights and returned to Swallowing Star Mountain.

…

After the seven departed.

"No wonder."

Ao Zhan looked at Lu Qingfeng, his previous doubts instantly cleared. Becoming the Sect Leader of Yu Mountain, possessing great destiny, it was no wonder the Fate Mirror couldn't locate him.

But upon reflection—

If even the Fate Mirror couldn't track any trace of this disciple, how did Ao Geng figure out that the murderer of Ao Yin and Ao Pi was Luo Fuzi?

"Did Ao Geng leave a backhand on the two, allowing him to investigate the scene of death?"

"Or did Luo Fuzi intentionally reveal a flaw?"

Ao Zhan looked at 'Luo Fuzi,' feeling engulfed by a dense fog, unable to see through him anymore.

Lu Qingfeng paid no mind to what Ao Zhan was thinking.

He pointed at the large severed head of Chi Bai on the ground, saying to Ao Zhan, "Teacher, Chi Bai could not resist temptation, and betrayed us to the demonic forces of Beiming. As a disciple, I overstepped to cleanse our sect on behalf of Teacher, please, Teacher, lower your punishment."

"Chi Bai strayed off the path, his sins intertwined and unforgivable. Your action in cleaning up on behalf of your Teacher is meritorious, what crime is there to speak of."

Ao Zhan's thoughts shifted, a smile appeared on his blue face, he extended his hand to help Lu Qingfeng up. The quandary regarding Wujiang was resolved, from now on, no more favors to discuss. His disciple has transformed and now became the Sect Leader of Yu Mountain Sect.

Truly a double celebration.

Even Ao Zhan couldn't help but keep smiling.

Lu Qingfeng stood respectfully.

For a moment.

Master and disciple harmonious, drawing envious glances.

"Yu Mountain Sect Leader."

"The Great Marshal has been waiting for a long time."

Ao Shang suddenly spoke from the side.

Hearing this, Lu Qingfeng repeatedly said, "This junior feels ashamed for making the Marshal wait, I will depart now."

Speaking.

Ao Shang didn't respond, but gave a slight nod towards the northern sky, immediately beneath his feet, auspicious clouds gathered, enveloping Lu Qingfeng, Ao Zhan, Ao Lie, and Ao Geng. The auspicious clouds ascended, heading towards the camp of the Heaven Suppressing Army's chief commander in the sky.

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