9: Indeed

Yuan Ke burst out laughing. Hearing his elder brother’s words, he also felt it was excellent, secretly nodding, a wave of comfort washing over him.

“Hmm, just like that.”

“Tomorrow morning, I will go discuss this matter with the Grand Elder.”

“Once he agrees, we can then go together to the Sect Mistress to convene a meeting.”

“This time, it’s a sure thing.”

“I will reclaim everything I’ve lost…”

With their plan decided, the two then dispersed.

Early the next morning, the two walked together, heading straight to Elder Peak, to the Grand Elder’s domain, to discuss with Xu Jiayin… “Second Elder, Third Elder.”

“Coming so early, I presume there’s an important matter to discuss.”

“Why not speak directly? No need for riddles.”

“We’ve been through life and death together, after all.”

Inside the Grand Elder’s reception hall, sitting in his armchair, Xu Jiayin’s expression remained unchanged as he looked at the Second Elder and Third Elder who had arrived together. He merely forced a smile, not letting anyone detect the malice he harbored for the two.

“Hahaha!”

“Grand Elder, isn’t that asking the obvious?”

“Naturally, it’s about the Sect Master’s death.”

“The circumstances of the Sect Master’s demise are no longer important.”

“What’s most crucial is how to maintain stability within the sect.”

“Currently, our disciples are in a state of panic.”

“If we don’t stabilize things quickly, chaos is bound to erupt sooner or later.”

“Those ambitious fellows from Xiaoyao Sect won’t just ignore us, this juicy piece of meat.”

“I’m sure Grand Elder is well aware of this, aren’t you?”

Not choosing to hide anything, Xu Jiayin was also a former partner, so Yuan Ji saw no need to play games with him.

Moreover, this matter indeed required Xu Jiayin’s presence.

Facing a seventh-stage Entering Profundity expert like the Sect Mistress, the two Spirit Forming peak cultivators were a bit apprehensive; one wrong move and they could easily meet a violent end.

“That is natural.”

“However, since the Second Elder has taken the initiative to seek me out.”

“Coming here this time, you must already have a plan.”

“Why not tell me about it? I will certainly do my best.”

Seeing Yuan Ji and Yuan Ke reveal their intentions, Xu Jiayin naturally wouldn’t refuse.

This was the outcome Xu Jiayin had initially hoped for.

However, after their discussion last night, he still chose to trust his good eldest son.

“Hahaha!”

“Since Grand Elder says so, then my brother and I can rest assured.”

Yuan Ji and Yuan Ke had been watching Xu Jiayin closely. Noticing nothing unusual, their suspended hearts finally settled for the moment.

Then, he recounted all the words he had prepared in his mind since last night… “Alright, I agree.”

“Then… without further ado, let’s go now.”

Xu Jiayin agreed immediately, his speed in assenting faster than Yuan Ji and Yuan Ke had imagined.

The other party was so decisive that the two were momentarily unaccustomed, not even reacting.

“What are you two still standing around for?”

“Are you perhaps unwilling?”

“Hmph!”

“Such a good opportunity, if you hesitate, you will surely fail!”

Xu Jiayin let out a cold snort, seemingly expressing his displeasure, his face somewhat darkened as he put on a show for the two.

“How could that be? Of course, we are willing.”

“Let’s hurry. I’m already impatient to see the Sect Mistress’s face turn as ugly as dirt, and still be forced to agree.”

Reacting instantly, Yuan Ji and Yuan Ke then followed Xu Jiayin all the way, heading straight for the Ancestral Hall.

Because, in their understanding, the Sect Mistress should have already gone to the Ancestral Hall early to pay respects to the late Sect Master Ye Liufeng… “Indeed, it’s a hero’s tomb, a gentle haven.”

“Honestly, it’s truly intoxicating.”

“Even I want to remain immersed in it.”

On the other side, in Ye Xueqing’s room, after a night of intense activity, Xu Xi was also somewhat fatigued.

Even after resting, one could still see the visible darkening around Xu Xi’s eyes, like dark circles.

It was evident just how wild Ye Xueqing was, making even him, a fifth-stage Spirit Refinement peak cultivator, somewhat unable to endure, almost needing to lean on a wall to exit.

“Next time… I want more~”

Lying on the bed, Ye Xueqing looked at Xu Xi with alluring eyes. Unlike her usual coldness and aloofness, she responded to Xu Xi with fiery passion, anticipating their next encounter.

“That’s a given.”

“But now it’s time to go.”

“According to etiquette, we still need to go to the Ancestral Hall this morning to continue paying respects.”

“If the days aren’t sufficient, there will be gossip from outsiders.”

“Especially at a time like this, if others catch us, it won’t be good.”

“Let’s go, I’ll go with you all and also call the Sect Mistress.”

While agreeing with Ye Xueqing, Xu Xi also put on his clothes, not forgetting today’s main business.

According to his plan, the Second Elder and Third Elder were definitely the type who wouldn’t act without seeing an advantage; there was no reason for them not to come looking for trouble.

And the location where trouble would erupt was clearly the Ancestral Hall.

If he missed it, wouldn’t he be missing out on a spectacular show?

“Mm.”

“You go out first, I’ll get dressed.”

Nodding, Ye Xueqing also knew how to weigh the pros and cons. Although her heart yearned for Xu Xi’s great spear, she quickly tidied herself up.

After they were both ready, they went together to find Xia Junling, and then proceeded to the Ancestral Hall.

However, upon seeing Xia Junling, when she saw Ye Xueqing and Xu Xi appear together, Xia Junling’s expression changed, as if she had thought of something.

But in front of Ye Xueqing, she showed no unusual signs. Perhaps afterward, Xu Xi would have to expend some brain cells and… precious “cream” for this… “Hmm?”

“Elder Xu, why is Young Nephew Xu also at the Ancestral Hall? Could it be that you arranged all of this early on?”

Following Xu Jiayin to the Ancestral Hall to find Xia Junling, the brothers Yuan Ke and Yuan Ji, upon entering the Ancestral Hall, saw Xu Xi beside Ye Xueqing.

Suspicious, the two immediately changed their expressions, stepping back two paces, as if suspecting that Xu Jiayin and Xia Junling had already made some kind of shady deal, just waiting to trap the two brothers.

“Hehe!”

“You mustn’t speak carelessly. We are all in the same boat; would I do such a foolish thing?”

“That scoundrel of a boy is probably blinded by beauty.”

“After we return, I will naturally teach him a harsh lesson. I apologize for letting you two witness this.”

“Why aren’t you getting over here, you unfilial son? Do you want to infuriate me to death?”

“The Sect Mistress is grieving so much right now, yet you dare to pester Martial Niece Ye.”

“Just wait till I break your dog legs!”

As soon as he entered, he saw Xu Xi next to Ye Xueqing. Xu Jiayin’s heart bloomed with joy, and he understood roughly what was going on, yet he still feigned anger and severely reprimanded Xu Xi.