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If they really did that, Shaolin Temple's reputation would be completely ruined.

The situation reached a stalemate; Shaolin Temple was caught in a dilemma: handing over the person or not.

On the other hand, as the two sides reached a stalemate, news spread, and the matter gradually slipped out of the Shaolin Temple's control.

It was rumored that the leader of the Demonic Cult was causing trouble at Shaolin Temple, the headquarters of the righteous sects. Naturally, the various righteous sects had to respond, and many sects sent their experts to help and defeat the demon.

Shaolin Temple was completely put on the defensive. In this situation, the only option was to fight the evil sect to give an explanation to the righteous path, and then find a way to clean up the mess.

As the righteous sects dispatched their experts to Shaolin Temple, the demonic sects also began to stir. Although they did not attack Shaolin Temple, they mobilized a large number of people to harass the righteous sects.

If the various factions are preoccupied with their own problems, they will naturally stop sending experts to support Shaolin.

With all the branches of the Demonic Sect working together, all sorts of evil spirits and heretics emerged and started causing trouble everywhere.

In an instant, the entire martial arts world seemed to be in complete chaos.

Even around the Huashan Sect, there have been many demonic sects causing trouble recently. The Huashan Sect doesn't have many disciples available, so it has to reduce its strength and strengthen its defenses.

Fortunately, the Huashan Sect had top experts to keep things in check, so the Demonic Sect only harassed them and didn't dare to escalate the situation too much.

Of all the Five Sacred Mountains Sword Sects, only Mount Heng in the North is facing the most serious situation. It is close to the Demonic Sect's lair and located on the edge of the Central Plains martial arts world, so it is suffering the most harassment and is even struggling to take care of itself. The Hengshan Sect has sent a letter requesting assistance.

The situation is much better for the other sects of the Five Sacred Mountains.

Hengshan is far in the south, far from the Demonic Sect's stronghold. The Demonic Sect's influence there is not as strong as in the north, so the Hengshan Sect can barely control the situation.

As for the Taishan Sect, it not only had a large number of people and great power, but also dominated the martial arts world of a province. Moreover, because high-ranking officials and nobles often went to Taishan to offer incense, it maintained a good relationship with the government.

The harassment from the Demonic Sect was not a major problem for the Mount Tai Sect.

As for the Songshan Sect, it already had a large number of people and many experts. In addition, the attention of the Demonic Sect was drawn to the Shaolin Temple, so it was the sect among the Five Sacred Mountains that was least disturbed.

Amidst the turmoil in the outside world, Yue Buqun, who had ascended to the throne of the Five Mountains Alliance, was also filled with worries.

That day, after receiving the message from Mount Song, Yue Buqun frowned deeply, his mind even more troubled. They were really pressing him step by step!

In the afternoon, Yue Buqun and his wife summoned Li Mu, Linghu Chong, and several of their disciples to discuss matters.

Li Mu and his companions entered the Hall of Righteousness and were puzzled by the heavy atmosphere inside. What had happened that caused even Yue Buqun, known for his composure, to change his expression?

"Master, why did you call us here...?"

Yue Buqun took out a piece of paper and placed it on the table, saying, "The Songshan Sect has just sent a letter, saying that the Demonic Sect has been rampant recently, repeatedly violating local customs and being extremely arrogant. For the past hundred years, our Five Mountains Sword Sects have been allied with the Demonic Sect and are irreconcilable enemies."

"Now is the time for our Five Mountains Sword Sect to slay demons and monsters."

"On the Songshan Sect's side, Zuo Lengchan personally led a team of eight bodyguards and elite disciples to support Shaolin Temple. In addition, he sent another bodyguard to lead his disciples to support Hengshan in the north."

Linghu Chong was a little surprised: "The Songshan Sect is so willing to send out more than half of its strength. Aren't they afraid that the sect will be left empty and the Demonic Sect will take advantage of the situation?"

Li Mu said, "The Songshan Sect and Shaolin Temple are located in the same area. The attention of the Demonic Sect has been drawn to Shaolin Temple, so the Songshan Sect is relatively safe."

"Besides, the Songshan Sect is so close to Shaolin, so they can go back in time if something happens, unlike other sects where ten days or months can pass by in a round trip."

Linghu Chong was still incredulous: "Even so, the Songshan Sect has gone to great lengths. I remember that their relationship with Shaolin was not very harmonious before, but now... and the Northern Alliance with Hengshan. There have been incidents before, but the Songshan Sect has never been so active."

Li Mu said, "Because they used to be the leaders of the Five Mountains Alliance, but they are no longer. Zuo Lengchan wants to use this method to tell the world, to tell us Mount Hua, that the position of leader of the Five Mountains Alliance belongs to Mount Song, and that the Mount Song Sect is the most suitable to sit in this position."

Liang Fadao said, "But we will also support Shaolin Temple and Hengshan."

Li Mu said, "How many people do we have at Mount Hua? We have to guard the mountain gate and protect the surrounding area. How many people can we spare to support Shaolin and Hengshan?"

"Afterwards, when compared with the Songshan Sect, the Songshan Sect spread rumors in the martial arts world, saying that our Huashan Sect was unworthy of its name and not qualified to lead the Five Sacred Mountains."

Liang Fa and Linghu Chong both fell silent, and the scene became quiet for a moment.

After a moment, Ning Zhongze asked, "How many people should we send?"

Yue Buqun hesitated for a moment, then looked at Li Mu: "Pingzhi, what do you think?"

Li Mu said, "I don't think we need to compare ourselves with the Songshan Sect, nor can we. We should act according to the actual situation of our Huashan Sect, leaving enough manpower to guard the mountain gate and the surrounding area, and then redeploying the rest as appropriate."

Yue Buqun remained silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Everyone knows the situation of our Huashan sect: quality is more important than quantity in warfare..."

At this moment, Linghu Chong suddenly stood up and volunteered, saying, "Master, let me and Junior Brother Lin go to Shaolin Temple."

Yue Buqun shook his head and said, "You can't go. This time you're facing Dongfang Bubai. With your master's internal strength, even if you can't beat him, you can still protect yourselves. Your swordsmanship is very powerful, and compared to other masters, you pose a greater threat to Dongfang Bubai. However, your internal strength is a bit lacking, so you won't be able to protect yourselves."

“If a fight breaks out, the first people Dongfang Bubai will probably kill are the two of you.”

"Therefore, you cannot go."

Linghu Chong was a little confused: "Then this disciple..."

Yue Buqun said, "You should lead some disciples to support Hengshan. With your martial arts skills, you won't encounter too much danger there."

Linghu Chong clasped his hands in a fist salute and said, "Yes, Master!"

Yue Buqun then looked at Li Mu: "Pingzhi, you and your master's wife should guard the mountain gate and make sure the Demonic Sect doesn't take advantage of any loopholes."

Li Mu clasped his hands in a fist salute and said, "Master, rest assured!"

Chapter 574 A Gentle Smile

After Yue Buqun and Linghu Chong left, Mount Hua became much quieter. Every day, Li Mu would practice his Zixia Skill, drink tea, read books, and take a few rounds of patrols on and off the mountain.

That day, right after lunch, a disciple rushed over to report the situation.

"Senior Brother Lin, it seems the Demonic Sect has been searching for someone these past few days. Just now, someone from down the mountain sent word that the Demonic Sect's search party seems to be heading towards Mount Hua."

Li Mu was taken aback. Although the Demonic Sect had been making a lot of noise lately, it was extremely rare to see them acting so blatantly.

"Okay, I understand. Pass the word down and tell everyone to be on high alert. I'll go and meet them."

The disciple asked, "Senior Brother Lin, are you bringing anyone with you?"

Li Mu said, "No need, I can come and go freely on my own."

After the disciple left, Li Mu changed into a set of close-fitting clothes, checked the equipment in his spatial storage, picked up his longsword, and with a light tap of his foot on the ground, he rose up like a wisp of green smoke and quickly flew down the mountain.

Two hours later, Li Mu ran into a group of over a hundred members of the Demonic Cult. They were all dressed in black with belts around their waists. The leader took out two portraits and said with a fierce look, "Have you seen the people in these portraits around here?"

Li Mu glanced at the portrait and his heart skipped a beat. The two people in the portrait were none other than Ren Yingying and Qu Feiyan!

It seems that even the identity of the Holy Maiden of the Demonic Sect is useless!

Considering that Ren Woxing captured Yang Lianting and his relationship with Dongfang Bubai was irreconcilable, this outcome is not surprising.

Li Mu shook his head.

He'd rather not kill than resort to violence.

Just as he was about to walk over, the leader suddenly frowned and said in a cold voice, "No, you're lying!"

Before Li Mu could speak, he waved his hand and ordered his men behind him, "Kill them!"

The demons were stunned for a moment, and then several of them drew their swords and slashed at Li Mu.

Li Mu sighed. He had originally thought it was better to avoid trouble and was too lazy to kill anyone.

"Ugh!"

After a sigh, Li Mu moved his feet, his steps flowing in a series of seemingly random movements. The long sword in his hand conjured several sword shadows, circling around the group in an instant, as fast as a startled swan. When he stopped and stood still, it was as if he had never moved at all.

After a few thuds, the demonic cult members who had charged with swords all fell to the ground, their lives hanging by a thread.

The leader was taken aback and terrified. But then he realized there were hundreds of them. With a wave of his hand, the many cultists suppressed their fear, drew their long swords, and surrounded them.

Li Mu glanced at these people indifferently, his face expressionless: "Are you all really going to your deaths!"

The leader gritted his teeth and said, "Kill!"

The numerous followers responded with a roar, brandishing their swords and charging forward. Li Mu chuckled and said, "Then I'll send you to your death first."

As soon as he finished speaking, he flicked his sleeves and leaped into the air like a roc spreading its wings. Everyone only saw a black shadow flash before their eyes, and before they knew it, he was in front of the leader. A sword light flashed, and the leader was already decapitated.

Next, Li Mu let out a clear shout, no longer holding back. His figure moved swiftly, like a gust of wind. His green robe transformed into a green shadow, weaving and darting around the arena. A single sword light took away a life. As one silver snake-like sword light flashed by, figures fell one after another amidst continuous screams.

After a short while, Li Mu exhaled slightly, sheathed his longsword, and the last figure collapsed to the ground.

He sighed deeply and shook his head: "Why throw your life away!"

……

After spending more than an hour, Li Mu used his lightness skill to quickly search the surrounding area twice, but found no trace of the two. Just then, there was a small town ahead, and Li Mu strolled over there.

The town isn't very big. If the two of them really escaped to this area, the chances of them being found in the town are quite high, since they can't be found anywhere else.

Holding his long sword, Li Mu strolled around the town several times. On his last visit, he left the town and waited on a small path at the town entrance for about half an incense stick's time before two women dressed as village women approached him.

Despite their excellent disguise, the two figures, one tall and one short, one large and one small, were none other than Ren Yingying and Qu Feiyan.

The two of them must have suffered a lot these past few days. When Qu Feiyan saw Li Mu, she cried out, "Brother Lin!" and ran over quickly.

Li Mu ruffled her hair and said, "Feifei has grown taller again. You must have suffered these past few days."

Qu Feiyan burst into laughter through her tears: "Brother Lin, we've finally met you."

Li Mu comforted him, "Don't worry, it's alright now."

After saying that, she looked at Ren Yingying, who was following behind Qu Feiyan with a smile on her face, and said, "I didn't expect to meet under these circumstances."

Ren Yingying said, "Yes! I never thought I would be hunted down by the Holy Sect. I hope that my coming here with Fei Fei will not cause you any trouble."

"Among the people I know, almost all of them have ties to the Holy Church. The only one who has the power to save us and has no connection with the Holy Church is you."