35: Unrest in Dongzhou

“Senior Brother!”

Liu Yun and the others greeted Nangong Xiaotian.

“Greetings, Sect Leader!”

Murong Feng also quickly said.

Murong Xuan looked at Nangong Xiaotian, who was extraordinary in spirit and naturally awe-inspiring, and secretly thought, 'This person must be the Chang Sheng Sect Leader. He truly lives up to his reputation.'

Nangong Xiaotian's entrance was incredibly imposing and quite intimidating.

“I understand the entire process of this matter.”

Nangong Xiaotian turned to the Murong Family Great Elder and said, “Let bygones be bygones. Let all past grievances be put down. How about it?”

“As for him, I won’t make things difficult.”

He was referring to the Second Elder.

The Great Elder looked at the Middle-aged man, whose aura was even more profound, and respectfully said, “Then it shall be as the Sect Leader says!”

Since the Sect Leader had spoken and given them a way out, he was not like the Second Elder; there was no reason for him to refuse.

Moreover, with the protection of the Chang Sheng Sect, Murong Feng's future achievements would undoubtedly surpass those of the Murong Family.

It's better to resolve enmity than to deepen it; he understood that.

Then, looking at Murong Feng, he said, “Xiao Feng, the Elder Council wronged you in the past. I apologize to you on behalf of everyone. From now on, the Elder Council will center around your father and will have no ulterior motives!”

Murong Feng nodded. He didn't care about these things; he would certainly rarely return to the family in the future. Besides his father, there was nothing there worth his attachment.

However, if it could help his father gain complete authority, everything would be worth it. The original Elder Council and his father were not harmonious, which led to many development decisions being vetoed.

Seeing Murong Feng nod, the Great Elder breathed a sigh of relief.

Nangong Xiaotian nodded in satisfaction and said, “Remember what you said, otherwise my Chang Sheng Sect will not be polite to you anymore!”

“Yes, yes, yes.”

The Great Elder and the Third Elder quickly responded.

Then they stepped forward, lifted the Second Elder, told Murong Xuan that they would wait for him at the mountain gate, and quickly left.

It was not a pleasant feeling to be among so many Spirit King Realm experts.

This matter then came to an end.

Murong Xuan walked up to his son, gently patted his shoulder, and said, “Feng’er, I am very proud that you can join the Chang Sheng Sect. I hope you cultivate well and do not let down the sect's nurturing!”

Murong Feng nodded solemnly. The father and son looked into each other's eyes, embraced tightly, and then Murong Xuan turned to bid farewell to everyone and left.

Only the Chang Sheng Sect's own people remained. Wu Kuang couldn't hold back and eagerly asked, “Senior Brother, what is this move called? It's like a descent of Azure Lightning!”

Hearing this, Nangong Xiaotian's smile deepened, and he teased, “Want to learn? I'll teach you!”

Wu Kuang was immediately overjoyed, quickly trotted to Nangong Xiaotian's side, massaging his shoulders, and grinned, “You said it! As a Senior Brother, you can't go back on your word!”

Nangong Xiaotian had been serving Yellow Dog recently, and now someone was finally massaging his shoulders. He felt comfortable and nonchalantly said, “It's a small matter. I'll pass it on to you later.”

This secret technique was a movement technique from a cultivation method bestowed by Lin Yan, and it had no strict requirements: Azure Lightning Movement!

By circulating spiritual energy, one could transform into lightning and move quickly, which was very useful.

Most importantly, it was cool!

Seeing that the matter was resolved, everyone dispersed. After Wu Kuang obtained the secret technique, he quickly returned to his main peak to cultivate.

Half a day later, Chang Sheng Sect disciples noticed constant flashes of red lightning on the War Heaven Peak, drawing attention.

The Eastern Continent had been somewhat restless recently. Many second and third-rate forces were annihilated, and no true culprit could be found, causing widespread panic.

Only the top sects had some suspicions. Golden Sword Sect, one of the five top sects, had its deliberation hall filled with people at this moment. In the front, an Azure-robed Old Man with white hair and beard sat proudly, carrying three sword cases on his back. His figure was like a giant sword, with sword qi soaring to the sky.

The elders below sat quietly, not daring to speak.

“Sect Leader Senior Brother, my Golden Sword Sect's affiliated sect, the Giant Sword Gate, was annihilated. Not a single person in the entire sect survived, and the most bizarre thing is that not a trace of a clue was left at the scene.”

A Middle-aged Elder spoke up.

Hearing this, the Old Man's brows furrowed slightly. After pondering, he slowly said, “It seems the perpetrator is quite cautious. Not only have sects under my Golden Sword Sect been destroyed, but the same is true for the other three top sects.”

“Senior Brother, do you suspect there's a problem with the Chixue Sect, which hasn't been affected?”

Another Elder immediately responded.

“Hmph, the Chixue Sect has always coveted us and harbored ill intentions. Suspecting them is an understatement; it might very well be their doing, but we just don't have the evidence.”

As soon as the Chixue Sect was mentioned, someone immediately said coldly.

The Azure-robed Old Man's eyes flashed with brilliance after hearing everyone's words, and he immediately instructed, “Fifth Elder, you are intelligent and good at concealment. This matter is entrusted to you. Keep an eye on the Chixue Sect's movements. If there is any unusual activity, report it via sound transmission!”

A somewhat thin Middle-aged man quickly acknowledged the order and stood up to leave.

The Azure-robed Old Man cautioned, “Always prioritize your safety. If you encounter trouble, crush this object.” He tossed a token to the thin Middle-aged man.

“Yes!”

After receiving the token, that person quickly left the hall.

The Great Elder also spoke at this time, “Senior Brother, although the Fifth Elder has gone to investigate, there may not be results. If we arrange for some elders to go to the affiliated sects and wait for the enemy, it might be more hopeful to find the culprit.”

The Azure-robed Old Man nodded and agreed, “Good, then this matter will be arranged by you. You must not be careless.”

This situation occurred simultaneously in the other three top sects.

They were just waiting for the person behind it to show their hand.

Unexpectedly, the other party seemed to have anticipated this. For a full month, the Eastern Continent was calm, and no similar incidents occurred.

Inside the Chixue Sect, the Red Blood Sect Leader rested his chin on one hand, while the fingers of his other hand lightly tapped the armrest of his chair, listening to his subordinate's report.

“Sect Leader, as per your instructions, we have currently collected the vital blood of eight second and third-rate sects!”

“However, the major sects have become somewhat vigilant recently, dispatching elders to guard their affiliated sects, so we temporarily can't find an opportunity to act.”

A figure shrouded in a black robe said.

The Red Blood Sect Leader Chi Wutian nodded and said, “Then go after the other neutral sects. Be quick, there isn't much time left.”

That person hesitated, saying, “Sect Leader, if we attack neutral sects, I'm afraid it will provoke the hostility of the entire Eastern Continent.”

Originally, they only targeted the affiliated forces of the other top sects, which were already hostile relationships and somewhat justifiable.

If they attacked neutral sects, they might become enemies with the entire Eastern Continent!

Chi Wutian said disdainfully, “They are just a bunch of ants. If the plan succeeds, what's there to fear even if we become enemies with the Eastern Continent?”

“Yes!”

That person dared not refute and quickly retreated.

After the figure disappeared, a strange black light flashed in Chi Wutian's eyes.

He murmured in a low voice, “The time for Lord Li to be completely free is getting closer and closer. By then, let alone the entire Eastern Continent, even the Qingxuan Domain will be theirs for the taking!”