170: Some words cannot be said carelessly, cutting off your tongue is for

Alliance Leader Zuo, some things should not be said carelessly.

Abbess Dingxian said with a sullen Face.

Compared to Zuo Lengchan's character and the things he has done, she was still more willing to believe in the character of the Gentleman Sword.

Alliance Leader Zuo, if you do not believe it, you may simply go and ask Great Master Fang Zheng.

Zuo Lengchan remained calm and unhurried.

Although my, Zuo's, methods may be biased, I would not go so far as to spout nonsense or spread malicious rumors in front of all our colleagues in the Martial Forest.

Zuo Lengchan sat down slowly and said indifferently, looking poised and calm.

If Abbess Dingxian does not believe it, why not go and ask Yue Buqun?

It is just that I do not know if Yue Buqun's character is such that he would tell the truth.

Zuo Lengchan's tone was playful, with a hint of sarcasm in his words.

Rest assured, I will go and ask myself.

Abbess Dingxian snorted coldly and sat down.

Then, Alliance Leader Zuo, please state the topic of today's discussion directly.

Daoist Chongxu spoke up at this moment.

Indeed, Alliance Leader Zuo, surely you did not have us travel thousands of miles to Luoyang just to bring up this old matter?

Daoist Tianmen also agreed.

Now that the people from the Mount Hua Sect have not yet arrived, could it be that Alliance Leader Zuo's topic this time is directed at Mount Hua?

Mo Da, who had been silent all this time, suddenly spoke up.

Regardless of everything, Liu Zhengfeng was his Junior Brother. Although he had associated with the Demonic Cult and was purged by Zuo Lengchan in the name of righteousness, he could not openly criticize anything.

But Liu Zhengfeng was his Junior Brother, and also the candidate he had always wanted to succeed him as the Sect Head of Mount Heng.

Even if he were at fault, his crimes did not warrant death, and it was certainly not the place of the people from Mount Song to execute him.

Therefore, Mo Da had no good feelings toward Zuo Lengchan.

Conversely, Yue Buqun of Mount Hua had helped Liu Zhengfeng many times. Although Liu Zhengfeng had died in the end, he, as the Senior Brother, had to acknowledge this favor.

And he had to repay it. Otherwise, if it were spread around, wouldn't his Mount Heng Sect become known as ingrates?

Zuo Lengchan looked at Mo Da.

Within the entire Five Mountains Sword Sect, three months ago, the person he feared the most was not Yue Buqun, but Mo Da.

Mo Da's strength had always made him exceptionally vigilant; he could be said to be the foremost person in the Five Mountains Sword Sect under him.

Fortunately, Mo Da was elusive and did not care for the affairs of the Jianghu, so he rarely participated in Jianghu matters.

Although he was now more wary of Yue Buqun, he would never lower his guard against Mo Da.

The opponent's strength was also unfathomable; he rarely revealed his true strength, making it impossible for people to gauge his trump cards.

And such an opponent often required even greater attention.

Although Master Mo Da has been away from the Jianghu for a long time, his Wisdom Eye remains as sharp as ever.

Zuo Lengchan chuckled, then his expression suddenly turned serious. Indeed, what I want to talk about this time is the matter regarding Mount Hua.

Yue Buqun's head Disciple colluded with the Demonic Cult, and Yue Buqun shielded his own Disciple, while also associating with the Demonic Cult himself. I believe he has long harbored ulterior motives.

Furthermore, his strength has advanced by leaps and bounds. I fear he has long since cultivated the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual and received support from the Demonic Cult, all to usurp the position of Five Mountains Alliance Chief, thereby dealing a blow to our Righteous Path and fulfilling his wish of uniting the Martial Forest.

Zuo Lengchan said directly.

Alliance Leader, I fear those words are inappropriate.

Abbess Dingxian immediately stood up to object. We are all very clear about Headmaster Yue's character. Perhaps his Disciple did commit some outrageous acts, but surely Headmaster Yue will naturally discipline his own Disciple. As for joining hands with the Demonic Cult, I fear that is completely groundless, is it not?

Abbess Dingxian expressed her doubt of Zuo Lengchan without hesitation.

Abbess Dingxian, it is better not to speak too soon.

Zuo Lengchan said indifferently. I once met with Yue Buqun in Fuzhou. His swordsmanship was sinister; he must have cultivated an Evil Path sword technique.

And since the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual originates from the Sunflower Manual, I fear Abbess Dingxian does not yet know where the 'evil' in the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual lies, does she?

Zuo Lengchan sneered.

Upon hearing this, Abbess Dingxian frowned. Her heart sank, and she felt something was amiss, but she still asked, What do you mean?

Those present may not know, but I believe Great Master Fang Zheng must be clear on this, right?

Zuo Lengchan did not answer directly but looked at Fang Zheng.

Fang Zheng's hand, which was holding the prayer beads, tightened slightly, and his eyelids drooped. After a moment, he nodded slightly. I do know a thing or two.

Hahaha...

Zuo Lengchan laughed loudly upon hearing this. Actually, there is no need to ask Great Master Fang Zheng. The example of the Sunflower Manual is right beside us. What Dongfang Bubai looks like and what price was paid—are you Sect Heads not aware of this?

And since the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual comes from the Sunflower Manual, certain cultivation requirements naturally cannot be avoided.

Alliance Leader, what do you mean?

Once these words were spoken, everyone fell into deep thought, and then their expressions changed.

The sun rises in the east, only I remain undefeated!

Ever since Dongfang Bubai became the leader of the Demonic Cult, his power and influence had been even greater than that of the former demonic hegemon, Ren Woxing.

Information regarding Dongfang Bubai had naturally been investigated and cleared up by them long ago.

Therefore, they naturally knew that in order to Cultivate the Demonic Technique, Dongfang Bubai had long since castrated himself, making himself neither man nor woman.

And since the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual originated from the Sunflower Manual, wouldn't that mean...

Thinking of this, many people felt a chill between their legs. They shuddered in fear.

Alliance Leader, do you mean that Yue Buqun, in order to Cultivate the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual, has castrated himself and become a eunuch?

Yuji Zi of the Mount Tai Sect said without reservation.

Instead, he was somewhat gloating. If this is really the case, that would be a massive scandal for Mount Hua, and even for our Five Mountains, and even for our Righteous Path!

At this moment, even Abbess Dingxian frowned tightly and only said, Whether Headmaster Yue has actually cultivated the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual is still an unknown. For us to make such criticisms of him here, I fear it is inappropriate, is it not?

I also agree with Abbess Dingxian's words. Headmaster Yue is the leader of a sect, and it is not strange for his martial arts to have advanced. Surely you cannot suspect others of cultivating an Evil Technique just because someone can defeat you, Alliance Leader Zuo?

Mo Da said indifferently.

Zuo Lengchan swept a glance at Abbess Dingxian and Mo Da. These two were always singing a different tune from him.

If it were not for these two, he would have long since been able to unify the Five Mountains.

Whether it is or isn't, wouldn't we know by bringing Yue Buqun here and asking him?

Yuji Zi chimed in.

The atmosphere at the scene became somewhat heavy for a moment.

Just then, a steady voice came from outside. Who wants to bring Yue here and ask him something? I do not know what you wish to know?

Accompanying the voice, a towering figure was seen walking in from outside the door.

Ning Yuan, with a long sword at his waist, walked in with Ning Zhongze.

Yue Buqun!

Seeing Yue Buqun, Yuji Zi could not help but take half a step back.

After all, he had just been speaking ill of him, and now that he was caught by the person himself, embarrassment was unavoidable.

Headmaster Yue!

Mo Da, Abbess Dingxian, and Daoist Tianmen all stood up to welcome him.

Even Fang Zheng and Daoist Chongxu nodded slightly.

Yue Buqun, you have come just in time.

Zuo Lengchan remained seated in the primary seat and did not get up. His expression was somewhat ugly, and then he snorted coldly. Since you have come, you might as well explain yourself.

Explain?

Ning Yuan sneered. What is this, Sect Leader Zuo? Are you trying to hold a public trial for me?

I do not know what crime I have committed? And in what capacity and with what qualifications are you, Sect Leader Zuo, interrogating me?

Ning Yuan's words were indifferent and not polite at all.

This made Zuo Lengchan's expression turn even more livid.

Clearly, he had not expected the other party to show him so little Face, not even bothering with superficial pleasantries.

Yue Buqun, do not think that others do not know about you cultivating the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual.

Zuo Lengchan simply stopped wasting words and laid it out directly.

Me, cultivating the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual?

Ning Yuan looked surprised and gazed at Zuo Lengchan. I do not know where you heard such rumors, Sect Leader Zuo? How could you possibly think that I would Cultivate the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual?

The martial arts of my Mount Hua Sect are profound and vast. I have not yet fully comprehended them myself, so where would I have the time to Cultivate someone else's martial arts?

Ning Yuan had not cultivated it, so he spoke these words with righteous confidence.

Yue Buqun, there is no need to deny it. If you have not cultivated the Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual, how could you have broken my sword technique?

Zuo Lengchan snorted coldly. No matter how much you feign innocence, there are some things that cannot be disguised.

Zuo Lengchan swept his gaze downward, and everything was self-evident.

Nonsense.

Ning Zhongze was full of rage. After all, this was insulting her husband, and it was also insulting her and insulting Mount Hua.

Zuo Lengchan, my Senior Brother is the Huashan Sect Leader; how can you allow yourself to insult him so wantonly?

Ning Zhongze shouted loudly.

Heroine Ning, you have no need to defend Yue Buqun to this extent. As his wife, I think you are the person who knows Yue Buqun's physical condition best; he can no longer give you happiness.

Zuo Lengchan said indifferently.

Ning Yuan remained unmoved by this.

Ning Zhongze was incensed and could not help but angrily retort, "Of course I know best. I am already pregnant and have my Senior Brother's child once again. Everything you have said is completely baseless, nothing but rumors and slander."

"As a Sect Head, to attack a fellow sect member in such a manner is truly shameful. The Jianghu says that you, Zuo Lengchan, are a true villain, and I see that it is indeed true."

Ning Zhongze rebuked angrily.

Given her personality, she would absolutely never have said such directly attacking words.

But Zuo Lengchan's words were too excessive.

If she were not the person involved, she might truly have doubted, but other people in the Jianghu might just believe these words.

Sometimes, the truth is not important to the general public; they simply enjoy watching the spectacle, enjoy seeing those who are high and mighty fall into the dust, and enjoy such gossip.

Even if it is obviously unbelievable, they still talk about it with relish.

Once this kind of rumor spreads and is passed around enough, it might just be taken as the truth.

Therefore, Ning Zhongze could not help but reveal her private matter.

"Heroine Ning is pregnant?"

Hearing these words, everyone present was stunned.

Many people looked surprised and gazed at Ning Zhongze and Ning Yuan.

Although Yue Buqun and Ning Zhongze are husband and wife, it is not strange for Ning Zhongze to be pregnant. However, they have been married for so many years, their daughter is already sixteen or seventeen, and they have not had a second child for all these years. Now, at this time, she is pregnant again, which naturally makes people feel surprised.

"Do you all think I would lie about such a matter?"

Ning Zhongze snorted, "I simply do not want my Senior Brother to be slandered by rumors. Otherwise, why would I publicly speak of such a private matter in front of all of you?"

"Therefore, Zuo Lengchan's claims are all personal speculation, fabricated out of thin air, and baseless accusations."

"You say you are pregnant, so you are pregnant?"

Zuo Lengchan's heart sank upon hearing this, but on the surface, he snorted coldly, showing dissatisfaction.

Naturally, he could not believe it just because of the other party's words.

"Zuo Lengchan, I have tolerated you for so long, not because you are strong, but simply to give you the opportunity to speak and see what kind of nonsense you can come up with. But now you are continuously slandering me; do you really think I have a good temper?"

Ning Yuan finally spoke at this moment.

He pressed his left hand onto his longsword, coldly staring down Zuo Lengchan.

Zuo Lengchan also stood up, meeting his gaze without ceremony, "Headmaster Yue, that is incorrect. The Evil-Exorcising Swordplay Manual and Dongfang Bubai's Sunflower Manual are too deeply connected. For the sake of the Righteous Path of the Jianghu, I must be cautious."

"Although I am also unwilling to believe such rumors and feel that with Headmaster Yue's character as the Gentleman Sword, it is absolutely impossible for you to do such things, unfortunately, the people in the Jianghu do not believe it. Without evidence, I fear there will be baseless speculation, which will instead create even greater rumors to slander Headmaster Yue."

"I am doing all of this for Headmaster Yue's sake. As long as we can get a clear understanding today, the rumors in the Jianghu will collapse on their own. Wouldn't that be beneficial for Headmaster Yue?"

Zuo Lengchan said with a smile on his Face.

"Hmm?"

Ning Yuan raised an eyebrow, then snorted coldly, "Is it really that the people of the Jianghu do not believe it, or is it that Sect Leader Zuo deliberately wants to humiliate me?"

"Zuo Lengchan, I see clearly that it is you who have been deliberately slandering my Senior Brother. I have not heard of any such rumors from other people in the Jianghu."

Ning Zhongze spoke again, saying coldly.

"Alliance Leader Zuo, you have gone too far today."

Abbess Dingxian also spoke in agreement.

"I wonder how Alliance Leader Zuo intends to prove it? Surely you don't expect Headmaster Yue to take off his pants for us to see?"

Suddenly, Yuji Zi of the Mount Tai Sect spoke with a chuckle.

But as soon as his voice fell, a flash of Sword Qi streaked across.

"Ah!"

Accompanied by a scream, Yuji Zi fell to the ground in pain, his mouth full of blood, and then half of his tongue was spat out.

"My tongue... ah... it hurts so much!"

Yuji Zi rolled on the ground, his speech becoming unclear.

Daoist Tianmen also stood up abruptly, his expression changing drastically. He crouched down and hurriedly shouted, "Junior Martial Uncle, how are you?"

Beside him, Yuqing Zi and Yuyin Zi also wore looks of shock and anger, "Yue Buqun, you have such gall, to actually dare to harm my Senior Brother!"

Seeing this scene, Zuo Lengchan immediately shouted, "Yue Buqun, you are publicly harming a Senior Brother of the Mount Tai Sect in front of so many fellow members of the Jianghu. Isn't that going too far?"

"With such arrogant behavior, if there were no others present, wouldn't you be even more rampant?"

Zuo Lengchan rebuked angrily.

Ning Yuan said indifferently, "I am the Sect Head of the Mount Hua Sect and have not committed any wrong. Even if I were at fault, it is not for people of other sects to judge, and certainly not for others to humiliate me."

"To humiliate me is to humiliate Mount Hua, and to humiliate the ancestors of Mount Hua."

"I only cut off his tongue and did not take his life; that is already out of consideration for the Mount Tai Sect being part of the Five Mountains."

"Some words cannot be spoken recklessly. Cutting off his tongue is also for his own good, to save him from causing bigger trouble in the future and losing his life!"

Ning Yuan said, his gaze falling on Daoist Tianmen, "What does Daoist Tianmen think?"

"This..."

Daoist Tianmen frowned. Although having Yuji Zi's tongue cut off in public like this made the Mount Tai Sect lose Face and offended the Mount Tai Sect, the fact was that Yuji Zi had spoken without restraint.

Since Yuji Zi had said such things, he, as the Sect Head, also felt it was wrong, and Yue Buqun's anger as the person involved was understandable.

A Sect Head truly cannot be humiliated.

His Mount Tai Sect was not in the right.

"Tianmen, you are our Mount Tai Sect Leader. Now that your Junior Martial Uncle has had his tongue cut off right in front of you, are you not going to avenge him?"

"If this spreads, will my Mount Tai Sect not become a laughingstock among fellow members of the Jianghu? Can you still sit securely in the position of Sect Head? How will the Disciples in the sect be convinced?"

Yuyin Zi immediately spoke up to rebuke him.

They had been coveting Tianmen's position as Sect Head, so naturally, they would not let such an opportunity pass.

Whether Tianmen went to fight Yue Buqun and was killed, or if Tianmen did not take action and gave them leverage, it was beneficial to them.

Therefore, the two immediately spoke to urge Daoist Tianmen.

Or rather, they were forcing his hand.

"Two Junior Martial Uncles, but it is true that Junior Martial Uncle Yuji Zi was rude first."

Daoist Tianmen said hesitantly.

"Tianmen, regardless of whether there is reason or not, that is a matter for our Mount Tai Sect. It is not for the Mount Hua Sect Leader to lecture our people from Mount Tai."

Yuyin Zi said loudly.

As he spoke, he looked at Zuo Lengchan and immediately complained, "Alliance Leader Zuo, you are the Five Mountains Alliance Chief. You should preside over matters for us in the Five Mountains. Yue Buqun has harmed my Senior Brother; you must do something about it!"

"Yes, that's right. This Yue Buqun's actions are too vicious. My Senior Brother was merely speaking without thinking, just making a joke, and yet Yue Buqun actually cut off my Senior Brother's tongue. If this grudge is not avenged, will my Mount Tai Sect not become a laughingstock of the Jianghu?"

"Alliance Leader Zuo, you must preside over this for our Mount Tai Sect!"

Yuqing Zi came before Zuo Lengchan and shouted loudly.

"Two Elders, rest assured. I, Zuo, will certainly preside over this for Brother Yu and for the Mount Tai Sect. I will absolutely not tolerate Yue Buqun being so rampant."

Zuo Lengchan immediately promised loudly.

Daoist Tianmen's expression was rather ugly, his brows tightly furrowed.

Yuqing Zi and Yuyin Zi doing this was putting him, the Mount Tai Sect Leader, over a fire to roast.

Zuo Lengchan's attitude was forcing him, the Mount Tai Sect Leader, to have no retreat, leaving him no choice but to turn against Mount Hua and Yue Buqun.

Otherwise, would he not become a sinner of Mount Tai?

As a Sect Head, if he cannot protect his fellow sect members, what Face does he have to Face the Disciples of Mount Tai?

At this moment, the people from Shaolin and Wudang were also looking at Ning Yuan with surprise, clearly not expecting that Ning Yuan's actions today would leave no room for maneuver at all.

This was something that had never happened before.

They were very familiar with the Gentleman Sword; he was a person with decorum who also considered the overall situation.

But such impulsive behavior today, directly severely injuring an Elder of Mount Tai—although Yuji Zi was at fault first, directly attacking and injuring someone was still something many people did not expect.