Starting with a blind date with a female constable, you acquire the Nine Swords of Dugu.

Chapter 229 The Heartbroken Leng Lingxi

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Zhao Mi coughed up a mouthful of blood, his life force instantly waning. He looked at Gu Guanqi, his eyes filled with confusion, and weakly asked, "You—can one person really be this strong—?"

Gu Guanqi looked at Zhao Mao and said, "What do you think is the upper limit of a person's combat strength?"

Zhao Mao opened his mouth, and a mouthful of blood gushed out. He forcefully suppressed it, a self-deprecating smile on his face, and said, "So—I've been living in a well all along—I always thought that the best in the world was—at most—Leng Lingxi—and even if I was stronger than her, it would only be by a limited margin—If I had known this earlier—I—I should have—"

At this point, Zhao Mao was unable to utter a sound.

He began to see a revolving lantern effect.

In the final moments, he suddenly perked up and said, "No wonder—my wife once told me—don't waste your talent, less scheming and trickery—hahaha—it turns out that in the face of absolute force—power, status, and methods are all—meaningless—meaningless indeed—"

In that instant, Zhao Mao's head lolled to the side, and he fell completely silent.

Gu Guanqi looked at Zhao Duan's corpse, unsure of what to say.

Without reaching the Dao Realm in martial arts cultivation, it is indeed difficult to understand the true upper limit of martial arts.

From Zhao Duan's perspective, his idea was indeed correct; Leng Lingxi's martial arts realm had indeed reached the level of a normal 80-90 level.

The upper limit of martial arts, also known as the path beyond enlightenment.

However, the realm beyond the Path of Enlightenment is a very broad realm, and theoretically speaking, there is truly no upper limit to combat power.

For example, Zhang Daoji specializes in the art of deduction. He can even calculate Gu Guanqi's whereabouts, but no one can say for sure where his limits are. Just like the Imperial Preceptor Pei Guanxuan, who is also above the Daoist level, he can deduce the Mandate of Heaven, while Tianjizi can even deduce the specific number that the Hu people will have an eighty-year Mandate of Heaven.

In terms of combat power, Gu Guanqi is also above the Dao level, but he himself doesn't know exactly how many people he can kill or how much destruction he can cause. For example, Wen Shuyi cultivates the Dao of Talismans. Theoretically, if she doesn't encounter any bottlenecks and continues to cultivate, she can treat the entire world as a talisman.

Therefore, no one can say for sure what the exact upper limit of military force is.

However, without reaching that level, it's impossible to imagine how powerful martial arts can become.

Given Zhao Mao's cultivation level, Leng Lingxi was the pinnacle of the martial arts world. Therefore, it wasn't wrong for him to use Leng Lingxi's combat power to infer the limits of martial arts masters' combat power.

Leaving aside the reclusive powerhouses, among the people currently in the world, apart from the top five on the God Ranking, there should be no one who can completely overwhelm Leng Lingxi in terms of combat power, not even the bottom five on the God Ranking.

Gu Guanqi is now in fifth place.

He was originally ranked seventh, but after the trip to the Heavenly Dao Sect, the Lotus Pond Saint Monk, who was originally ranked fifth, publicly declared that he was no match for Gu Guanqi. In addition, Gu Guanqi publicly killed Su Qingzi, a Golden Core cultivator, in Yanzhou, and also killed the legendary Crimson Heaven Demon King from decades ago. Therefore, Gu Guanqi was ranked fifth by the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion.

Therefore, if Zhao Mao hadn't encountered someone in the top five of the God Ranking, it wouldn't have been a problem for him to use Leng Lingxi to deduce the upper limit of martial arts combat power.

At Gu Guanqi's current level, it is indeed as Zhao Mao said before his death: scheming, checks and balances, and personal tactics are of little significance.

For example, when he controlled Qizhou, he didn't need to use any means of winning over, suppressing, or scheming. It was very simple: he stormed the temple, killed anyone who disobeyed, and killed until no one dared to disobey anymore. Then all the problems were solved.

For example, in the Ji Prince's Mansion now, Gu Guanqi can't stand the chaos in Liangzhou. If it were a normal imperial envoy, he would have to find a way to win over all the forces and then use various means to play against Zhao Mao before he would have a chance to seize power.

But for Gu Guanqi, it wasn't that troublesome.

Just kill Zhao Mao, then take over the Liangzhou army. If anyone in the Liangzhou army is dissatisfied, then keep killing them.

As for the morale of the army being shaken, and whether the Hu people would take the opportunity to invade, Gu Guanqi was not worried. At worst, he would also go to the Hu people's side and kill them, scattering their high-ranking officials, and the Hu people would naturally fall into chaos.

This is also the main reason why Gu Guanqi was unsure whether to believe Pei Guanxuan's earlier statement that "Heaven's mandate lies with the barbarians, and bloodshed will ensue in the Central Plains."

He has a matchmaking system; as long as he keeps going on blind dates, his cultivation level will continuously increase. If the Hu people really launch a large-scale invasion, he will go and kill them.

But the problem now is that he is not yet confident that he is invincible. Not to mention the mysterious Heavenly Gate, the people on the current God Ranking are all freaks. For example, Ye Wudi, who is third, is said to always say that his cultivation is no less than his own, but he always gets stronger when he faces stronger opponents and has never lost. No one knows his upper limit.

The second-ranked Junzi You cultivates the Dao of Heartlessness, breaking through his limits whenever he can't win, and has never lost a fight. No one can fathom his potential. The first-ranked Fuke Jiacuo is hailed as a reincarnation of the Buddha. Those who challenge him are moved by his compassion before they even have a chance to make a move, and then leave on their own.

Besides these people, there are some mysterious figures, such as Jiang Baili's master, Tianjizi, whose exact lifespan is unknown.

"I still have to go on blind dates!"

Gu Guanqi sighed.

Now that we've killed Prince Ji, we can immediately go to the Tianshan Sect to see Leng Lingxi, try to get the matchmaking reward, and also discuss how to handle the Liangzhou matter.

Immediately, Gu Guanqi turned and looked at the ruins on the other side.

Previously, he had struck Zhao Tianfeng into the ruins with a single palm strike. Others did not know whether Zhao Tianfeng was alive or dead, but Gu Guanqi knew that at the critical moment, the inner armor on Zhao Tianfeng's body erupted with a powerful energy, taking the brunt of the blow for Zhao Tianfeng. Although he was seriously injured, he still had a glimmer of hope.

Immediately, Gu Guanqi waved his hand slightly, and the rubble and ruins were swept away in all directions as if by a hurricane.

Zhao Tianfeng's clothes were tattered, and his inner armor was full of cracks. He lay on the rubble, barely breathing, and had fallen into a coma.

With a wave of his hand, Gu Guanqi sent a knife flying towards Zhao Tianfeng.

"stop!"

Just then, a cold voice came from the Prince Ji's residence.

At that very instant, the night sky above Prince Ji's residence was suddenly torn apart.

A sword light descended from the sky, instantly transforming into dozens, even hundreds, of sword lights. Each sword light was incredibly beautiful, like countless flying flowers swept up by the wind and drifting back to the mortal realm.

The sword light was not sharp, but it carried a strange rhythm, as if it were not a sword to kill, but petals falling from the branches in spring, layer by layer, piece by piece, covering the sky and the earth.

In that instant, the knife that Gu Guanqi casually swung was deflected and stuck diagonally into a crack in the blue brick floor about ten feet away.

But the sword flowers that filled the sky did not dissipate. Instead, they suddenly changed direction, like a rain curtain blown in different directions by the wind, enveloping Gu Guanqi.

Sword blossoms flashed across my face, each one carrying a chilling aura, fine and continuous.

"The Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers Sword, from the Tianshan Sect!"

Gu Guanqi waved his hand lightly.

With a casual flick, he shattered all the sword flowers that filled the sky.

At that moment, amidst the flurry of sword blossoms, a figure emerged from the flowers.

Clad in white as snow, her figure light and graceful, she flitted between the moonlight and the gleam of swords, quickly pulling Zhao Tianfeng into her arms. Without the slightest hesitation, she leaped forward and sped towards the side gate of the Prince Ji's mansion.

The woman's lightness skill was superb; she was so fast that her trajectory was almost invisible, making her seem incredibly ethereal.

However, just as she had darted less than three zhang away, Gu Guanqi struck out with a palm, the wind from his palm arriving in an instant.

The woman in white noticed the attack and immediately turned around to thrust her sword out.

The tip of the sword was gleaming with a blinding cold light, like a shooting star piercing the night sky, heading straight for the palm print.

The moment the sword tip touched the palm print, a muffled hum resounded in the void.

The long sword flew out of the woman's hand. At the same time, she felt a sweet taste in her throat and spat out a mouthful of blood. She and Zhao Tianfeng in her arms fell backward and crashed to the ground.

The woman struggled to get up, but only managed to prop herself up on one side before falling back down. Even so, she still held onto Zhao Tianfeng tightly with her hands.

Gu Guanqi's gaze fell on the woman's exquisite face, and he said, "The Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers Sword Technique can only be used to this level by two people in the Tianshan Sect. So, you are Xue Wuqing, the young sect leader of the Tianshan Sect?"

Xue Wuqing gritted her teeth and said, "Alliance Leader Gu, I have no intention of being your enemy. I only beg you to spare his life."

Gu Guanqi looked at Xue Wuqing, a cold glint in his eyes, and said, "The Ji Prince's Mansion has committed countless evils and its crimes are too numerous to count. I originally thought it was just a problem with the Ji Prince's Mansion, but now it seems that your Tianshan Sect and the Ji Prince's Mansion are birds of a feather!"

"That's not how it is," Xue Wuqing quickly said, "Zhao Tianfeng is different. He had his reasons for doing what he did. The people he killed were all villains who deserved to die. He deliberately spread rumors of being a playboy to tarnish his own reputation in order to protect the Ji Prince's Mansion. The Ji Prince's Mansion was suspected by the royal family..."

avoid----"

Gu Guanqi interrupted coldly, saying, "I am quite familiar with your master. In my memory, she was a very intelligent woman. How could she have taught a disciple like you? There are countless ways to defile oneself. Does it require wiping out an entire family and seizing other men's wives and daughters? Does it require capturing innocent civilians and slaughtering them like livestock? Does it require enjoying the offerings of the people of Liangzhou while treating them as less than human beings?"

"No," Xue said coldly, "you don't understand him. He's really suffering. He has his reasons. He—"

"shut up!"

Just then, two figures flew out quickly from the depths of Prince Ji's mansion. They were two old men, both covered in cold sweat and looking flustered. The one in front quickly bowed to Gu Guanqi and said, "Alliance Leader Gu, I am Zhang Tinghe of the Tianshan Sect. Please let me explain. Xue Wuqing's actions and words just now absolutely do not represent the position of our Tianshan Sect!"

My visit to Prince Ji's residence is on the orders of our sect leader to investigate them. Our Tianshan Sect will absolutely not collude with Prince Ji's family, but given their current power, we can't easily take action against them; we can only proceed cautiously!

Zhang Tinghe took a deep breath and continued, "Alliance Leader Gu, Xue Wuqing disobeyed the sect leader's orders and ran away from the mountain on her own. Although we are elders, she is the young sect leader, and we have no right to restrict her. However, I can swear to heaven that our Tianshan Sect has absolutely not colluded with the Ji Prince's Mansion!"

Gu Guanqi said, "So that means it was just Xue Wuqing colluding with the Ji Prince's Mansion on his own?"

Zhang Tinghe quickly replied, "We cannot determine at this time whether Xue Wuqing colluded with the Ji Prince's Mansion!"

Gu Guanqi said in a deep voice, "I know Sect Leader Leng, and I'm willing to believe that your Tianshan Sect is innocent, but now, I want to..."

"You're not going to stop me from exercising the imperial right to execute first and report later, are you?"

Zhang Tinghe hurriedly said, "No, no." Then, he turned to Xue Wuqing and said in a deep voice, "Wuqing, aren't you going to move aside? Zhao Tianfeng has poisoned the people and indiscriminately killed innocent people; his crimes are countless. Don't be fooled by him!"

Xue Wuqing angrily said, "You don't understand him at all. He did everything out of necessity. He had his reasons—"

Gu Guanqi said coldly, "He has his reasons, but do those ordinary people he harmed deserve to die?"

Xue Wuqing said, "Alliance Leader Gu, you are an outsider. You have no idea about the situation in Liangzhou. Zhao Tianfeng was also acting against his will. There may have been an accidental injury, but he certainly didn't do it on purpose. If you insist on killing him today, then step over my dead body."

"Then I'll grant your wish!"

Gu Guanqi immediately struck out with his palm, and the terrifying palm force surged out instantly. With a "bang", Xue Wuqing's head exploded, and brain matter and blood splattered everywhere.

Immediately afterwards, Gu Guanqi pointed out with another finger, and a burst of true energy pierced through Zhao Tianfeng's throat.

Zhao Tianfeng, who was still unconscious, suddenly lost his life.

Zhang Tinghe and the other looked at Xue Wuqing, who had become a headless corpse, and exchanged a glance, both seeing helplessness in each other's eyes.

Immediately, Zhang Tinghe quickly regained his composure, cupped his hands towards Gu Guanqi, and said, "Alliance Leader Gu, please do not take your anger out on our Tianshan Sect. We will report the matter here, as well as Xue Wuqing's self-inflicted suffering, truthfully. The Tianshan Sect will have no objections. Please do not let Xue Wuqing's personal actions damage your harmony with our Tianshan Sect!"

Gu Guanqi nodded slightly and said, "I'll leave this place to you two for now. I'm going to the Tianshan Sect now to discuss the next steps in Liangzhou with Sect Leader Leng."

After saying that, Gu Guanqi lightly touched the ground with his feet, and his whole body transformed into a stream of light that shot into the sky, heading straight towards the Tianshan Sect.

Watching Gu Guanqi leave, Zhang Tinghe sighed softly and said, "A few days ago, I was hoping that Xue Wuqing could make contact with Alliance Leader Gu and deepen the relationship between the Tianshan Sect and Alliance Leader Gu. I never expected things to turn out like this today!"

Another elder said, "Stop lamenting about these things. You took Xueying with you this time, right? Immediately send a message back to the Tianshan Sect and report what happened here to the sect."

"Xue Wuqing brought this upon herself and deserves to die; there's nothing more to say. However, the murder of Zhao Mao and his son Zhao Tianfeng is a major event and a golden opportunity for our Tianshan Sect. We were already planning to target the Ji Prince's Mansion, and now we've gotten this advantage for free!"

Zhang Tinghe said, "Xue Wuqing was raised by the sect leader after all, and I'm afraid the sect leader might get emotional. Now that Alliance Leader Gu has taken action, it's a golden opportunity for our Tianshan Sect. We mustn't let it turn into an enemy!"

The elder said, "Don't worry, don't you know what kind of person our sect leader is? She wouldn't be so irrational."

Yes, she is a qualified sect leader. She always puts the sect's interests before her own personal feelings when making decisions!

"Hmm," Zhang Tinghe nodded, saying, "There shouldn't be any problems with the sect leader. Let's send a message back now, and the sect will formulate a strategy as soon as possible." At this point, Zhang Tinghe sighed again, saying, "I really can't believe that the Ji Prince's Mansion, such a huge problem for our Tianshan Sect, which the sect's higher-ups couldn't solve even after racking their brains, was so easily defeated by Alliance Leader Gu! Can individual martial prowess really be that strong?"

The elder said, "Therefore, you must inform the sect that you must befriend Alliance Leader Gu at all costs. Currently, there are only a handful of experts in the Qian Kingdom who can disregard any rules, and Alliance Leader Gu is the only one still active in the martial world. It can be said that whoever gains Alliance Leader Gu will be invincible!"

Zhang Tinghe said, "It's a pity. Xue Wuqing was the one who had the best chance to build a deep relationship with Alliance Leader Gu, but she was too disappointing."

The elder said, "Our Tianshan Sect has no shortage of female disciples!"

Zhang Tinghe pursed his lips and said, "But now it has to be someone who can catch Alliance Leader Gu's eye. There are many female disciples, but does anyone have the qualifications to appear before Alliance Leader Gu?" He then sighed, "It's a pity Xue Wuqing is so disappointing. If it were when the sect leader was young, this mess wouldn't have happened!"

"Hmm—" The elder pondered for a moment, then said, "Actually, our sect leader isn't that old either. Her ethereal immortal skills have long been perfected, and she doesn't look old at all. Standing next to Alliance Leader Gu, they're quite a good match!"

Zhang Tinghe:

The Tianshan Sect was quite far from Liangzhou City, but Gu Guanqi used his full speed and skill, without taking a break along the way. Moreover, he flew through the air, traveling in a straight line the entire time, and arrived at Tianshan in no time.

The Tianshan Mountains are a massive mountain range, with the highest peaks covered in snow year-round from the mountainside down. However, the Tianshan Sect did not build its sect on the snow-capped mountains. While that would be very elegant, it would be completely unsuitable for ordinary people to live on. After all, the vast majority of people in any sect are ordinary people and cannot live on snow-capped mountains year-round.

The Tianshan Sect is located on a mountain peak of moderate height in the Tianshan Mountains. The sect is also very grand, befitting the grandeur of a sacred place in the martial arts world.

Gu Guanqi made no attempt to conceal his presence, descending directly from the sky and landing in front of the mountain gate.

Although it was night, many lanterns were lit in front of the mountain gate, and the disciples immediately spotted Alliance Leader Gu. They became alert, and the leading disciple quickly asked, "Who are you, and what brings you here?"

Gu Guanqi stepped forward and said, "I am Gu Guanqi, the leader of the martial arts alliance of Qingyun and Hongzhou, and an imperial envoy dispatched by the Emperor. I have come to see Sect Leader Leng to discuss important matters!"

Upon hearing Gu Guanqi announce his name, the disciples of the mountain gate dared not be negligent. One of them immediately went to inform him, while the other two disciples respectfully invited Gu Guanqi to enter the mountain gate.

At this moment, in a courtyard of the Tianshan Sect.

Leng Lingxi was sitting cross-legged on the bed, meditating. She was dressed in white and had a cool and aloof temperament. Just sitting there, she gave people the feeling of being untouched by the world and detached from worldly affairs.

"Bang bang bang"

A knock came at the door, followed by a woman's voice: "Sect Leader, are you asleep?"

Leng Lingxi opened her eyes and asked, "What is it?"

The female disciple outside the door hurriedly said, "Reporting to the Sect Leader, Gu Guanqi, the leader of the martial arts alliance of Qingyun and Hongzhou, has come to visit and is currently waiting at the front mountain. He says he has important business to discuss—"

Before the female disciple could finish speaking, Leng Lingxi had already opened the door. Standing in the doorway, her tone unconsciously becoming somewhat excited, she said, "You mean Alliance Leader Gu has arrived?"

"Yes, Sect Leader," the female disciple replied hastily.

Leng Lingxi involuntarily pictured Gu Guanqi's face, recalling the scene of their blind date alone. A sudden urgency gripped her, and she said, "Lead the way!"

Immediately, she went out.

However, after taking only two steps, she suddenly stopped and said, "Wait here for me."

After saying that, she turned around and went back into the house. Then she quickly took out the rouge and powder from under the dressing table and sat down in front of the mirror to put on some makeup.

But then she suddenly stopped, thinking to herself, "What am I doing? Gu Guanqi is definitely here for a blind date with Wuqing. How can I, as his master, have the idea of ​​dressing up nicely in front of Gu Guanqi?"

She immediately put down what she was holding and whispered, "No, no, you must never have such thoughts again."

She immediately stood up, but then stopped and said softly, "But Wuqing has clearly refused and is unwilling to go on a blind date with Gu Guanqi, so there is no relationship between them. As the sect leader, it is only for the sect's sake that I tidy up my appearance when I go out to meet people."

Leng Lingxi took a deep breath to calm herself down and said, "When meeting guests, tidying up your appearance is basic etiquette."

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She immediately applied some light makeup.

Then, she prepared to leave, but just as she was about to go, she suddenly looked down at her clothes and muttered, "These clothes are a bit old, and I've already done my makeup; I should change into something nicer!"

Several copper lamps were lit in the hall, and a faint wisp of sandalwood incense burned in an incense burner in the corner, with wisps of smoke rising gently.

Gu Guanqi sat in the hall, holding a cup of tea in his hand.

After a while, a very light footstep came from outside the door.

Gu Guanqi tilted his head slightly, his gaze falling on the direction of the doorway.

Then a figure slowly walked in; it was Leng Lingxi.

She wore a plain white long dress, the hem of which fell to her feet, swaying gently with her steps, like a ray of moonlight carried by the night breeze.

Her long hair fell loosely over her shoulders and back, and her flawless face carried a hint of aloofness.

The light shone on her, enveloping her figure in a hazy glow. Standing there, she resembled a painting.

Gu Guanqi was momentarily stunned by Leng Lingxi's beauty. His gaze lingered on Leng Lingxi's face for a moment before shifting away.

Leng Lingxi noticed Gu Guanqi's gaze, and a surge of secret joy welled up inside her. She couldn't help but think to herself, "This makeup wasn't a waste!"

Her expression remained as cold and aloof as she walked up to Gu Guanqi, bowed slightly, and greeted him, "Alliance Leader Gu."

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Gu Guanqi put down his teacup and returned the greeting with a cupped hand: "Sect Leader Leng, I apologize for the intrusion at this late hour."

Leng Lingxi shook her head slightly, her tone gentle: "It is an honor for the Tianshan Sect that Alliance Leader Gu can come."

As she spoke, she sat down on the chair next to Gu Guanqi, then picked up the teapot to refill his tea. She couldn't help but steal another glance at him, then lowered her head slightly, saying apologetically, "Alliance Leader Gu, there's something I need to tell you."

Gu Guanqi said, "Please speak."

Leng Lingxi paused, organized her thoughts, and then slowly spoke: "Back when we were at the Heavenly Dao Sect, I told you that I wanted to arrange a blind date between my disciple Xue Wuqing and you to help you with your cultivation."

But when I returned to the mountain and asked her, she said she already had someone she loved and it was inconvenient for her to go on a blind date with you like this. This was my oversight; I hope Leader Gu won't take it to heart!

Upon hearing this, Gu Guanqi nodded slightly: "I know."

Leng Lingxi was slightly taken aback, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes: "You knew?"

Gu Guanqi looked at Leng Lingxi and said calmly, "The reason I came to visit so late tonight is because I killed Xue Wuqing."

"What?" Leng Lingxi exclaimed in surprise.

The air in the hall seemed to freeze for a moment.

Leng Lingxi asked in a deep voice, "Alliance Leader Gu, what exactly happened?"

Gu Guanqi looked at Leng Lingxi and slowly said, "This time, I came to Liangzhou for two reasons: first, to visit the Tianshan Sect, and second, to inspect Liangzhou on behalf of the Emperor. When I arrived outside Liangzhou, I encountered Yuan Congyi—later, I killed Liu Yiyun—"

Gu Guanqi then told Leng Lingxi everything that had happened during the day.

Finally, he said, "I've come today for two reasons: first, to inform you that I killed Xue Wuqing; and second, to understand what your Tianshan Sect's plans are for Liangzhou, and what your relationship is with the Prince Ji's Mansion?"

After hearing Gu Guanqi's words, Leng Lingxi fell silent.

After a long while, she slowly raised her head, looking somewhat listless. She opened her mouth to look at Gu Guanqi, hesitated for a long time, and then said, "Alliance Leader Gu, I'm sorry—my mind is a bit confused right now. I know you did nothing wrong, and I was negligent in disciplining him—but Wuqing is, after all, my disciple. Hearing this news has thrown my mind into turmoil. I'm sorry!"

Gu Guanqi said, "I understand."

Leng Lingxi then said, "I—how about this, I'll arrange for someone to take you to rest first—I need to sort out my thoughts, and we can talk in detail tomorrow, what do you think?"

"Alright," Gu Guanqi said, cupping his hands in greeting. "Then I'll take my leave!"

"No—I won't bother you, I won't bother you—"

Leng Lingxi immediately got up, went out, and called a disciple to lead Gu Guanqi away.

Gu Guanqi knew that Leng Lingxi must be having a hard time accepting the news of Xue Wuqing's death, so he didn't say anything more and left without saying anything more.

Leng Lingxi sat alone in the hall, lost in thought, her thin frame looking rather forlorn.

After an unknown amount of time, two middle-aged women appeared outside the door. They were the First Elder and the Third Elder of the Tianshan Sect. Although they looked middle-aged, they were actually in their seventies or eighties. However, the martial arts of the Tianshan Sect all had the effect of preserving youth. Although the martial arts practiced by the elders could not compare to the ethereal immortal skills practiced by the sect leader, they still had a strong effect of preserving youth.

"Did Gu Guanqi tell you about his killing of Xue Wuqing?" the elder asked.

Leng Lingxi slowly raised her head, her eyes slightly red, and said, "Elder, Third Elder, you both know?"

The Grand Elder nodded and said, "Zhang Tinghe just returned using the Snow Eagle to deliver a message. Gu Guanqi not only killed Xue Wuqing, but also Zhao Mao and his son Zhao Tianfeng, resolving the biggest crisis facing our Tianshan Sect. That Zhao Mao was a wolf in sheep's clothing, intending to destroy our Tianshan Sect. Now we've actually gotten a good deal!"

The Third Elder said, "I just don't know what Gu Guanqi's intentions are. If he continues to intervene in the aftermath, then Liangzhou won't descend into chaos. With Zhao Mao dead, Liangzhou will surely be in turmoil. If Gu Guanqi simply leaves now, then we'll be in trouble!"

Leng Lingxi shook her head and said, "I don't know. My mind was a mess just now, and I didn't ask anything."

The First Elder gently patted Leng Lingxi's shoulder and said, "I know that you watched Xue Wuqing grow up and put a lot of effort into nurturing him. However, your efforts in nurturing Xue Wuqing have been a failure."

She was well aware of the terrible relationship between the Prince Ji's Mansion and our Tianshan Sect, yet she was willing to abandon the Tianshan Sect for a man—a man known to all as a scoundrel—ignoring your advice and acting recklessly, casting aside the sect's interests. Her death was entirely her own doing!

Leng Lingxi understood the Grand Elder's meaning and said, "Grand Elder, I understand what you mean. You can all rest assured! I will not lose my mind, and I will not take my anger out on Alliance Leader Gu for the sake of a disciple who disregards the interests of the sect and doesn't care about the lives of his fellow disciples. I will not offend Alliance Leader Gu because of this."

The Grand Elder nodded slightly and said, "It's good that you can understand."

The Third Elder said, "Actually, the most important thing right now is not that our Tianshan Sect is blaming Alliance Leader Gu. We don't have that right at all. Alliance Leader Gu is someone who single-handedly destroyed the Temple. The Temple is no less powerful than our Tianshan Sect."

My current worry is whether Alliance Leader Gu will take his anger out on us. According to Zhang Tinghe's letter, Alliance Leader Gu is very displeased with Xue Wuqing's actions. Regardless, Xue Wuqing is the young leader of our Tianshan Sect, and I'm afraid this will negatively impact his impression of our sect.

The Grand Elder nodded and said, "Yes, now that Zhao Mao is dead, the Liangzhou army is likely to be in great chaos. Although our Tianshan Sect can suppress it, we are afraid that the Hu people will take the opportunity to invade. In that case, our Tianshan Sect will be powerless, and there will be endless troubles!"

Secondly, given Gu Mengzhu's talent, the next few decades will be his era in the entire martial arts world, and his likes and dislikes can determine the future of a sect.

Therefore, from any perspective, we must befriend him at all costs. So, Sect Leader, you must not let your emotions cloud your judgment.

Leng Lingxi said, "Elder, Third Elder, you can rest assured, I won't lose my mind."

The Grand Elder continued, "I think your previous suggestion was excellent: to arrange for female disciples to interact with Alliance Leader Gu and help him cultivate. His Path of Amorousness is based on his ability to fall in love. As long as he can fall in love with any woman in our sect, he will not only owe her a favor for helping him cultivate, but also establish a deep emotional relationship with her."

Therefore, we cannot abandon this plan just because Xue Wuqing is heartless; it must still be carried out. I refuse to believe that our vast Tianshan Sect cannot find anyone else who can move Alliance Leader Gu's heart!

Leng Lingxi pondered for a moment and said, "Elder, you can leave this matter to me. I already have a suitable candidate in mind."

"Who is it?" the elder asked hurriedly.

Leng Lingxi said, "You don't need to worry about who it is. I have my own plans and arrangements. You can also rest assured that there is no one more suitable than this person in the entire Tianshan Sect."

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