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Chapter 215 Sudden
"Thank you for your hard work these days."

Chen Ming gently stroked the spine of the "Mingfeng Sword," as if caressing a lover's back.

The Phoenix Sword trembled slightly.

He said softly, "I know, don't worry, I'm here."

After a few tremors, the "Mingfeng Sword" calmed down.

As he advanced to the fourth level of the Art of Weapon Manipulation, he discovered that he seemed to be able to understand the words of the "Phoenix Crying Sword," a feeling that was quite mysterious.

In reality, the spirit of the "Mingfeng Sword" did not regain its consciousness; it only recovered some of its instincts and could not communicate with its master. At most, it could only give a warning.

Just like a baby, unable to speak, only crying a few times when hungry.

Now, he is as if he has mastered "baby language," and can understand the meaning behind a baby's cries.

These days, the "Phoenix Sword" has used almost all its power to suppress the Undying Demon Lord. In its ignorant mind, it only knows one thing: this villain wants to harm its master, so it must not be allowed to escape.

In fact, the power of the "Phoenix Cry Sword" was originally insufficient to suppress the primordial spirit of the Undying Demon Lord, but thanks to that ball of golden divine flame.

The golden flames seemed to be the nemesis of the Undying Demon Lord, completely enveloping it and trapping it within the "Phoenix Cry Sword".

Only then did Chen Ming realize that the Undying Demon Lord had not been extinguished by the flames, but was instead gradually eroding the golden flames. It seemed that it wanted to merge with the golden flames.

Once the two merge, the "Phoenix Cry Sword" will no longer be able to contain it. Once it breaks free, it will be fatal.

"Let's deal with the immediate problem first."

He let out a long sigh and stopped thinking about it. He left the courtyard to find Xia Mudan.

……

"Big brother."

Xia Mudan was eating and looked quite well. When she saw him come in, she put down her bowl and struggled to get out of bed.

"Don't move, just lie down."

Chen Ming stepped forward, pressed her hand down, and gestured for her to lie down. Then he took her pulse.

Xia Mudan said, "I have already sent someone to Wanlei City. My father will come over as soon as he sees the letter after he comes out of seclusion."

Chen Ming judged her current physical condition from her pulse, pondered for a moment, and said, "I might be able to try to help you get rid of the sword intent in your body, but I'm not entirely confident. So, I wanted to ask for your opinion."

“Come on.” Xia Mudan looked at him with her clear eyes and said, “I believe in you. Zhiqin, go outside and keep watch.”

"Yes."

Zhiqin, who was standing to the side, bowed and left through the door.

Chen Ming was touched by her trust in him. He grasped the hilt of the "Mingfeng Sword" and said softly, "It might hurt a little, so bear with it."

"Mmm." Xia Mudan closed her eyes.

hum!
An indescribable power emanated from the "Phoenix Cry Sword," causing the sword to glow with a golden-purple light, a blend of sacredness and eeriness.

He not only used the golden flame power within the sword, but also drew upon a trace of the Undying Demon Lord's power.

"Break it for me!"

Chen Ming drew his sword and slashed at Xia Mudan, who was lying on the bed.

brush!
The sword tip stopped just between her eyebrows. At the same time, a certain part of her body sensed something, and a dormant, vast sword intent was stimulated and erupted.

The two sword intents collided and were annihilated almost simultaneously.

Xia Mudan coughed up a mouthful of blood and instantly fainted, her face as pale as paper.

Chen Ming sheathed his sword and immediately took her pulse.

"Miss--"

Zhiqin had been watching the situation in the room. Hearing the noise, she couldn't help but rush in. When she saw her mistress lying unconscious on the bed, looking even more seriously injured, she panicked.

Chen Ming said, "She's fine. The sword intent in her body has been removed. With her cultivation level, she'll recover quickly once the root of the problem is gone. Take good care of her."

He let go of her hand, tucked the blanket around her, and turned to leave.

……

The Pavilion of Loyalty and Righteousness is the headquarters of the "Loyalty and Righteousness" faction within the Eight Righteousness Sect, and is specifically used to entertain guests.

Disciples of the "Qingyi" lineage all have wide social circles and many friends.

Yesterday, Ruan Caixiong said that Su Zhining was in Qingyi Pavilion. Being able to befriend her shows how powerful the disciples of Qingyi Pavilion are.

Chen Ming took Deng Wei with him to the Qingyi Pavilion. In order to meet Su Zhining smoothly, he even used Ruan Caixiong's name.

Otherwise, Su Zhining might not have met him.

After all, he is now Gu Xianyu, Su Zhining's admirer.

"Deng Wei from the Six Doors, acting on Lord Ruan's orders, requests an audience with Miss Su from the Heavenly Alliance. Please inform her of this." It was Deng Wei who stepped forward.

Before long, the messenger returned and invited the two inside.

The person from the Righteousness Pavilion said, "Gentlemen, the rules of the Righteousness Pavilion forbid fighting within the pavilion. Please do not violate them."

Chen Ming said, "Don't worry, we're not here to arrest anyone."

Only after receiving assurances did the man lead them inside.

The Qingyi Pavilion is very large and decorated in an exquisite and luxurious style. It is specially used to entertain guests and is very lively, like an inn.

Chen Ming discovered that the people in the Qingyi Pavilion were a mixed bunch; he even saw several people dressed as country hunters.

He exclaimed, "It is said that the Brotherhood of Brotherhood makes friends regardless of their background, and seeing it today, I can confirm that it is indeed true."

Of course, the two constables from the Six Doors stood out even more here. As soon as they rushed over, almost everyone looked at them and whispered among themselves.

After passing through the main hall and exiting through a large gate, there is a garden behind it.

Before long, the man led Chen Ming and the other person to a courtyard and reported, "Miss Su, the person has arrived."

A voice came from inside, "Let them in."

It wasn't Su Zhining.

"Please come in, both of you."

The man pushed open the door and gestured for them to enter.

Chen Ming led Deng Wei inside, where a delicate garden was filled with various flowers and plants. Although they were not particularly rare varieties, they had a unique elegance.

There were three people inside: a man, a woman, and Su Zhining. They all looked up at them almost simultaneously.

The unfamiliar woman glanced at Chen Ming, then her eyes suddenly lit up. "Gu Xianyu? It's you."

Chen Ming looked at her with a puzzled expression. "What is your name, young lady? How do you know me?"

The woman clapped her hands, her face lighting up with joy. "It really is you! Your name has spread throughout Xiazhou City. I've long wanted to get to know such a talented person. My name is Wu Xiaolan, and I'm a disciple of the Righteousness Sect. This is my senior brother, Zhou Wentao."

Zhou Wentao?
Chen Ming was slightly startled. This was the person who had injured Xia Mudan. He hadn't expected to actually run into him.

He remained expressionless. "So you are a distinguished disciple of the Righteousness Sect. I have long admired your reputation."

Both of them were quite young, around thirty years old. Wu Xiaolan was taller than the average man, but her proportions were very well-balanced. If she could be reduced to twenty percent of her height, she would definitely be a great beauty.

Zhou Wentao was very handsome, with a refined and scholarly demeanor. He had a mustache and looked approachable, making it hard to believe that he was a second-rank expert.

Ever since he entered the room, Zhou Wentao had been staring at him.

At this moment, Su Zhining spoke up, "They've come to see me."

Wu Xiaolan, understanding the implied meaning, said, "Then we won't bother you any longer. We'll come find you again this afternoon." Then she pulled her senior brother away.

After leaving the house, Wu Xiaolan asked her senior brother Zhou Wentao, "Why were you staring at Gu Xianyu just now? Were you jealous that he won the heart of a beauty?"

Zhou Wentao didn't laugh, but frowned and said, "Strange, why does this person have the aura of the Heartless Sword?"

"Huh?" Wu Xiaolan was somewhat surprised upon hearing this. "How could this be? Senior Brother hasn't used the Heartless Sword recently, has he?"

"I used it once not long ago. I didn't expect that person to know Gu Xianyu, and their relationship was definitely not simple."

Wu Xiaolan was taken aback. The only person who could make her senior brother use the "Heartless Sword" must be his close friend; she feared…

"Senior brother, what are you planning to do?"

Zhou Wentao simply shook his head, not intending to tell her.

……

In the garden, Su Zhining looked at Gu Xianyu and Deng Wei, her tone cold, "Ruan Caixiong asked you to come here, what's the matter?"

Looking at this woman who had once fought alongside him and was willing to risk her life for him, Chen Ming felt a surge of emotion. He lowered his head and said, "Miss Su, I apologize for coming here, but there is a very important matter that must not be revealed, especially not to the Eight Righteousness Sect. Therefore, please find another place to discuss this in detail."

Su Zhining stared at him for a while, then said, "Okay."

So, Su Zhining led them out through the back door and into a carriage.

Soon after, the carriage stopped, and the three entered a quiet and secluded mansion.

Su Zhining said, "Now you can talk about it."

Chen Ming said, "I have clues about the Nine Nether Sect."

Su Zhining's originally cold gaze sharpened, and her expression became solemn. "Speak!"

He turned to his subordinate and said, "Deng Wei, tell Miss Su everything you know in detail."

So Deng Wei recounted the whole story again.

After listening attentively, Su Zhining asked a few more questions and then fell into deep thought.

After a moment, she asked in a deep voice, "Who else knows about this?"

Chen Ming spoke up, "It's just the three of us."

Why wasn't the Six Doors informed?

He didn't answer, but said to Deng Wei, "Deng Wei, you go back first. I'll discuss this with Miss Su some more."

After Deng Wei left, he said, "Right now, Lord Zhong is in seclusion, and the other two governors are not here either. Only Hong Yuze and Ruan Caixiong are left. I am worried that there are spies around them, so I dare not tell them. After thinking it over, I had no choice but to come to you, Miss Su."

Su Zhining fell into deep thought, and after a while she slowly said, "These disciples of the Nine Nether Sect dare to covet that demonic sword, so their strength must be considerable, and they are beyond my ability to handle."

He asked in surprise, "Did you come to Xiazhou alone, young lady?"

"No, that's not it. There was also a senior martial uncle traveling with us, but I don't know where he is right now. I'm afraid we won't be able to contact him for a while."

"What should we do then? This is a golden opportunity. We can wait for them to walk into our trap and wipe out all these members of the evil cult. If we miss this chance, and they hide, finding them will be like looking for a needle in a haystack."

Su Zhining decisively said, "Let's go find Hong Yuze first."

Chen Ming asked, "What about Lord Ruan?"

"I'm afraid Ruan Caixiong is no longer reliable."

Her thoughts were clearly the same as Chen Ming's.

Chen Ming suggested, "Let's split up to avoid arousing suspicion."

"it is good."

As Su Zhining watched his departing figure, a hint of doubt suddenly flashed in her clear, cold eyes. For some reason, she felt that Gu Xianyu, whom she had met once before, had changed drastically.

Compared to last time, she's like a completely different person.

Moreover, she always felt a strange sense of familiarity about him, especially when he spoke, it was like...

She quickly shook her head, deciding to stop thinking about it; business was more important.

……

Chen Ming did not tell Su Zhining about Zhou Yilan because he could not explain why Zhou Yilan would mistake him for the Holy Son of the Nine Nether Sect.

Even if he had a hundred mouths, he couldn't explain this. The disciples of the Nine Nether Sect personally certified him as a Holy Son, so how could it be fake?
When the time comes, we will naturally kill the innocent and not let the guilty go free.

He didn't want to test people's hearts.

As for revealing his identity to Su Zhining, that would bring him absolutely no benefit. There would simply be two possible outcomes.

First, Su Zhining put righteousness above family ties and personally killed him, a man who had been possessed by the Undying Demon Lord.

Secondly, Su Zhining abandoned the righteous path in her heart, her Dao heart was shattered, and her cultivation stagnated from then on, just like the Peony Girl in Tianxiang Tower in Jiangzhou City.

Even if Chen Ming told her that he hadn't been possessed by the Undying Demon Lord, she still wouldn't believe him.

There's no way to prove this, even if you were to reveal the Demon Lord's primordial spirit within the Mingfeng Sword, it would be the same.

With so many eyes watching, the Undying Demon Lord entered his body.

That was a monster who roamed the world and couldn't even be killed by a Celestial Realm expert. Just one glare from him could leave a restriction on him, turning him into the Demon Lord's puppet, let alone having it burrowed into his body.

The most terrifying thing about the Undying Demon Lord is that after possessing someone else's body, he can have all of that person's memories and disguise them so that even his closest relatives cannot detect them.

Back then, the Undying Demon Lord wreaked havoc on the world, and even the strongest members of the Heavenly Dao Alliance couldn't subdue him.

In the end, they had no choice but to contact all the major sects in the world and resort to the most brutal methods. That was to kill everyone who had come into contact with the Undying Demon Lord, forcing him to have nowhere to escape and finally suppressing him.

Countless people died in that battle.

Chen Ming specifically looked at the Six Doors' files on that battle. There were only a few words on them, but it was unknown how many lives were lost.

When the Heavenly Alliance gets ruthless, it can be truly vicious to the extreme.

In terms of the number of people killed, the entire Changsheng Sect combined might not even be able to match the Heavenly Dao Alliance.

……

Chen Ming returned to the Six Doors and learned that Ruan Caixiong had not come today, so he went directly to the prison to "spar" with the third-rank prisoners and harvest experience points.

He noticed that Deng Wei was not there and asked in surprise, "Where is Deng Wei?"

Lei Chun said, "Someone from his family just came and said they need him to go back home for something."

Chen Ming sensed something was wrong and wondered if the Nine Nether Sect had noticed something.

He nodded and asked no further questions. He then entered the prison with several of his subordinates.

It's uncertain whether there are any spies from the Nine Nether Sect among these subordinates. Therefore, he can't act too strangely; he'll go find Deng Wei later.

As usual, Chen Ming went to the torture chamber and had the prisoners of the third rank brought over one by one.

When it came to the fifth prisoner, Deng Wei finally arrived and desperately tried to wink at him with his eyes.

Chen Ming understood and told Lei Chun, who had come in with him, to go out first.

Inside the torture chamber, there were only Chen Ming, Deng Wei, and the third-rank prisoner.

Deng Wei, disregarding everything else, said anxiously, "Sir, something terrible has happened! They've decided to make their move today."

today?

So fast?
Chen Ming was startled; Zhou Yilan hadn't sent him any messages either.

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