Embers of Sword

Chapter 424 I’m back
Everyone is waiting for the attitude of Renshou Palace.

And last night, Renshou Palace finally gave its true attitude.

This is a huge, huge inclusion——

Every word of the holy decree read out by the special envoy seemed to be a punishment, but in fact it was avoiding the main issue.

The case of Xie Zhisui's collusion with Li Guo was downplayed as "poor governance".

Another way of "making up for one's crime" was to send the Jiangning cavalry to southern Xinjiang.

"Xie is lucky."

After watching this scene, Xie Xuanyi was not too upset. "I guessed it. The luck that Xie's family has accumulated for many years will not end just like that."

Behind King Jiangning there is a great immortal named Chongkan.

It is impossible to bring down Xie Zhisui just by relying on this diplomatic mission.

"Anyway... Jiang Ning's matter has come to an end."

Zhao Tongtian nodded and said, "Renshou Palace hopes that Xie Zhisui can redeem himself in the battle against demons. This battle... has almost no suspense."

on the surface.

This expedition to southern Xinjiang is a routine matter to eliminate evil spirits.

But those who knew the inside story knew very well that this time of exorcising the demons was an exceptional act by Da Chu as a charity to the “three major sects”.

This time, we are destroying only one demon——

Paperman Road!
Under the ten years of suppression by Paper Man Sect, the three major sects were forced to submit to the Da Chu Imperial City... Bai Gui, Mo Dao Ren and other evil cultivators were willing to serve the Da Chu royal family and only asked the great cultivators of the Holy Land to take action to destroy Paper Man Sect.

This is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Defeat the Paper Man Sect and take advantage of the situation to bring the difficult and "chicken ribs" of Southern Xinjiang under the command of Da Chu.

"Has Da Chu already decided on the candidate for this demon-slaying mission?"

Xie Xuanyi suddenly spoke.

"This is exactly why I stepped out of Jin'ao Peak and came here."

Zhao Tongtian was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "A message has come from the Imperial City. The Renshou Palace has designated Wu Zexian to go south from the city, and at the same time has asked all the holy places to send young disciples to the southern border... This trip south is both to slay demons and to gain experience."

In the past, Yang Shen was never sent to eliminate demons in Southern Xinjiang.

In fact, those evil cultivators in southern Xinjiang knew very well that the two dynasties had not taken action against them for many years, not because they were not capable enough, but because there was no need. These mountain-top Yang Gods with great abilities had turned a blind eye to it over the years simply because their own interests had not been affected. They would never watch the evil cultivators in southern Xinjiang grow up safely and soundly, and eventually give birth to a force that could compete with the dynasties.

That’s why there is the custom of “exorcising demons” held every few years.

In previous years of fighting demons, the three major sects would pretend to resist and cooperate silently, and then symbolically send their disciples to the "Holy Land of the Aristocratic Family" to be slaughtered.

The holy places of the major aristocratic families need a whetstone to cultivate fresh blood.

Therefore, the evil cultivators from the three major sects had to become this whetstone, exchanging the "sacrifice" of the younger generation for the long-term development of their own sect.

"I'm afraid this time's demon exorcism will be different from the past."

Xie Xuanyi recalled the words of advice that Lu Yuzhen conveyed to him when they parted in Dayue Kingdom.

[“Don’t get involved in this Southern Border Demon Extermination Campaign, no matter what… Lu will go on a killing spree!”]

"It is different."

Zhao Tongtian said in a deep voice: "Many people think that this 'Southern Xinjiang Demon Suppression' is a merit that was picked up for nothing. But I don't think so. This expedition to Southern Xinjiang may seem glorious on the surface, but it is actually full of dangers. Lu Yuzhen is a mysterious person and has almost never revealed his methods to the world... Even with Yang Shen in charge, this battle may not be easy."

"Has the candidate for Dasui Sword Palace been finalized?"

Xie Xuanyi went straight to the point.

"According to the imperial decree, each major sacred place can draw up its own list of names to go to war."

Zhao Tongtian was silent for a moment, then said, "But something unexpected happened at Dasui Sword Palace... Renshou Palace specifically asked you to participate in this battle."

"I knew it."

Xie Xuanyi couldn't help but chuckle.

Since Renshou Palace decided to forgive Xie Zhisui, how could they forget to make arrangements for me?

"If you don't want to go, you don't have to go."

Zhao Tongtian took a deep breath and said solemnly, "The 'North Sea Case' ten years ago, I will not let it happen again... Although Senior Brother is in seclusion, Dasui Sword Palace is definitely not something that other holy places can challenge. From today on, I will bear the pressure from the Imperial City, and you just need to practice in the back mountain of Jin'ao Peak."

"How does this work?"

Xie Xuanyi raised his hands and put them behind his head, saying lazily, "Didn't the Lord Chief Lawyer say before... 'Hiding' in the back hills of Jin'ao Peak is a waste of time."

Zhao Tongtian was stunned and felt helpless.

He did say that not long ago.

But that time was different from now.

"rest assured."

Xie Xuanyi smiled and said, "Even if Renshou Palace doesn't have any arrangements, I will still go to Southern Xinjiang. I want to see what secrets are hidden in the gate of the 'Paper Man Road'."

Xie Xuanyi had a vague premonition in his heart.

The so-called Sword Palace Catastrophe.

In all likelihood, it has something to do with Lu Yuzhen.

"of course."

Xie Xuanyi narrowed his eyes, and the smile in his tone became a little colder: "Besides 'Paperman Dao', I care more about 'Yinshan'."

Xie Xuanyi has always kept the grudge from ten years ago in his heart.

Since his resurrection in the second life, he has been practicing hard in order to avenge the white ghost's pursuit!

now……

Xie Xuanyi successfully promoted to Yin God!
This also means that the grudge in Beihai ten years ago can finally be settled.

Xie Xuanyi murmured with a smile, "Since this trip is called 'Demon Suppression', then it should be reasonable for me to kill a few evil cultivators from Southern Xinjiang, right?"

Zhao Tongtian sighed.

He knew that with Xie Xuanyi's character, he would seek revenge on Yinshan sooner or later.

Zhao Tongtian reminded: "There are many people watching you now, you have to be careful, after all, King Jiangning has also gone to Southern Xinjiang..."

"Isn't that better? We can settle all old and new grudges at once."

Xie Xuanyi said quietly, "I can use this opportunity to lure out those people who have murderous intentions towards me but have been hiding in the dark."

"That's fine."

Zhao Tongtian let out a long sigh.

In fact, his original intention of leaving Jin'ao Peak and coming to the Thirty-three Caves was to persuade Xie Xuanyi not to participate in the demon-killing.

Zhao Tongtian knew very well that this was the most sensible approach.

But he also knows.

Xie Xuanyi's personality is such that he won't listen to advice.

Not to mention Xie Xuanyi, even Zhao Tongtian himself would not choose to avoid like this.

Whether it is the Xie family or Yinshan.

In his previous life, Xie Xuanyi had carried too much "hatred" and suffered too much "betrayal".

If Xie Xuanyi were replaced by myself...

If I ask myself honestly, if I were to start over again in this second life, I would probably be even more radical.

The sword art inherited from Jin'ao Peak is the most powerful.

There is progress without retreat, and there is no turning back...

Therefore, Zhang Lu didn't really want Xie Xuanyi to choose to "hide" in Jin'ao Peak. He was very pleased that Xie Xuanyi made the decision he had hoped for.

But if you think about it carefully, it seems a bit absurd.

In his previous life, he always scolded Xie Xuanyi for not following the rules, being too ostentatious, and being his enemy everywhere.

But in this life, two people who are often at loggerheads with each other inexplicably have many similarities.

……

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Lotus Peak.

Dozens of sword energies were swirling in the sky above the dojo.

All of these sword energies came from Xu Nianning, the eldest daughter of the Xu family in Bingzhou. She had a very good aptitude in swordsmanship and was ranked 17th after the announcement of the Tianjiao List. Since she practiced in the mountains, she did not show her skills in front of outsiders, so her ranking did not fluctuate. However, after this period of hard training, Xu Nianning has been promoted to the eighth level of the Cave Heaven.

At this age, Xu Nianning's swordsmanship level is an extremely high achievement no matter where it is placed.

only.

At this moment, she only had a slight advantage in the duel in the dojo, and she did not completely control the situation. Dozens of flying swords were seen in the air, but they were constantly dodged by a thin and small figure... These flying swords did not "show mercy". Xu Nianning, who was sitting cross-legged in the void, had a solemn expression and put all her mind on controlling the flying swords.

However, on the ground of the dojo, a young man carrying a heavy sword was running like the wind, constantly breaking through the sword energy arrangement and shortening the distance between the two!
When attacking with a flying sword, avoid getting close.

Xu Nianning continued to increase the speed of his flying sword's attack, trying to stop the young man.

But the flying sword is faster.

The boy's steps became more ghostly.

Twenty feet, ten feet—

Xu Nianning's forehead was covered with sweat uncontrollably.

Some time ago, Master Huang Sushan took Duan Zhao to Suiqingling for training. Unexpectedly, this kid made rapid progress after coming back... In the past, he would not sweat even if he played ten games of this kind of chess. But now, he feels quite pressured at the beginning.

finally!
Duan Zhao jumped up from the spot, stepping on the bricks and stones of the dojo to make a dent. He jumped high and raised the heavy sword above his head, as if it had turned into a heavy stick and was about to chop it down heavily!

"Clang clang clang!"

Xu Nianning seized this extremely rare opportunity and gathered dozens of flying swords. He gathered half of them above his head to block the attack, and condensed the other half into a torrent of sword energy to strike him in the waist!

Crackling!

The sword energy was shattered by this sword and fell to the ground.

Xu Nianning groaned and fell from the sky, but he managed to keep his balance...

On the other side, Duan Zhao, who had used all his strength to strike with his sword, leaving his sword wide open, was knocked away by the sword. His whole body spun at high speed like a top and was finally thrown out in the air.

"Unfortunately, this move is a little slow."

A casual voice sounded in the air.

Duan Zhao's flying figure was caught by someone. The little guy widened his eyes and looked at the young man in black in front of him in disbelief.

"Little Mountain Master?!"

Duan Zhao's face was full of joy.

It has been a long time since we last parted.

In order to create an "assassination opportunity" for Xie Zhen when no one was watching over him, Duan Zhao, who was originally guarding the Chen Mansion compound in the imperial city, was led by Huang Su to practice in Qingling last year. After that, he returned to Dasui Sword Palace. The little guy was talking about Xie Zhen day and night. The accident of the Fanyin Temple delegation was an extremely dangerous mission. The little guy was worried about Xie Zhen's safety and even used the Wind and Thunder Bracelet to contact his parents on Wangyou Island, but the news he got was good.

The wife of the island owner of Wangyou Island, who is proficient in the art of divination, gave a signal that there is no need to worry.

But Duan Zhao was still a little depressed. He ran away from home and came to Dasui Sword Palace, just for the swordsmanship of "Xie Xuanyi"... Xie Zhen was Xie Xuanyi's direct disciple, and taught him the tricks of swordsmanship. Although Huang Sushan's swordsmanship was also very superb, it always felt a little worse than Xie Zhen's. Due to face, Duan Zhao couldn't point it out, so he could only practice secretly. He escaped a lot during this period, but it was a pity that "it's easy to get on the boat but difficult to get off the boat". The little guy didn't know that after his wind and thunder bracelet contacted his parents, Wangyou Island took the initiative to contact Zhanglu, so his several sneaking away ended in failure.

The young man in black who appeared at the end of the steps of Lotus Peak at some point rubbed Duan Zhao's head and said, "It's me... You've made a lot of progress in swordsmanship in recent days."

"It's all because of the good teaching of the mountain master."

Duan Zhao grinned and said, "There are many big monsters over at Suiqing Ridge. The mountain master will lead me there and kill them quickly."

"Is it?"

Xie Xuanyi smiled and said, "If you use more force in this sword strike, maybe you can win."

Duan Zhao's cultivation level is not as good as Xu Nianning's.

He is now in the fifth realm of Cave Heaven.

But when practitioners fight against each other, realm is never the most important.

The little fellow's fearless sword move just now was quite brave. If he had truly risked his life and launched that attack, the outcome would still be decided.

"That won't work."

Duan Zhao scratched his head and said with a silly smile: "Senior sister treats me well on weekdays, so I can't really fight with this sword."

"..."

Xu Nianning didn't appreciate it and pouted, "Don't hold back next time! I want to see who is more powerful!"

Who among those who practice kendo is willing to admit defeat?

Although this fight was a bit difficult, she didn't believe she would lose.

"Senior sister is amazing, senior sister is amazing."

Duan Zhao blinked and said quickly, "Even if we fight a hundred times, Senior Sister is still so powerful. How about you take me down the mountain after some time?"

"Humph……"

Xu Nianning put away the flying sword and said unhappily, "It depends on your performance."

Looking at this scene, Xie Xuanyi felt a sudden warmth in his heart.

He looked towards the other side of the dojo and said softly, "I'm back."

Duan Zhao and Xu Nian Ning fought a sword battle.

Huang Su was naturally present.

"...You still remember to come back. I thought you forgot how to get to Lotus Peak."

At this moment, Huang Su, who was sitting at the far end of the dojo, responded in a lukewarm tone.

She had some resentment towards Xie Zhen.

Traveling eastward with the Fanyin Temple delegation and leaving the country on a diplomatic mission was a very risky undertaking.

To lure Yuan Jimo to his death alone was even more dangerous.

After that, Qixia Mountain was in a desperate situation, and Yuanzhou was in a dead end...

Huang Su only knew a little about it after hearing the propaganda from the secret agents in the library.

Everyone in the Dasui Sword Palace was extremely concerned about the movements of "Xie Zhen", and she was no exception. Huang Su knew that the secret agents from the Book House had been stirring up trouble in Jiangning a while ago, most likely because Xie Zhen had returned safely to the Sword Palace, so she waited patiently on the Lotus Peak, but this wait... was nearly half a month!
After going through all this, he returned to the Sword Palace but didn't come to see her. How ridiculous is that?

After all, she is Xie Zhen’s uncle. Lotus Peak has no successor yet. Logically speaking, she should be the master of the mountain now!

Now I know it’s back!
late!

Just as Huang Su was about to give Xie Zhen a warning, she suddenly frowned and suddenly woke up from her meditation state. She stared at the young man in front of her with surprise: "Wait, you broke through the Yin God?"

Just one sentence.

The entire Lotus Peak Taoist temple fell into silence.

"Yes."

Xie Xuanyi smiled and said, "It was a fluke."

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