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The atmosphere inside the Star-Picking Hall was somewhat tense. The Wujiang Dao and Jitian Si factions stood facing each other, neither speaking.

Although Xiao Linyuan was taken away, Qin Daoxin's problem remained unresolved. Moreover, Qin Daoxin had provoked Xiao Linyuan, causing Wu Jiangdao to lose face so badly, and the debt that Jitiansi owed Wu Jiangdao had increased once again.

The silence is only temporary; beneath it lies a more ferocious eruption.

Seeing this, Qingxuan sighed, feeling somewhat helpless.

This was something Qingxuan would normally enjoy seeing, as he always enjoyed watching the drama unfold. But now that he'd gotten involved himself, things were different.

Qingxuan enjoys watching a spectacle, but dislikes being the one being watched. This messy affair between Wujiangdao and Jitiansi should be resolved as soon as possible.

Well then, I'll see this through to the end.

Qingxuan smiled at Tianshengjun and said, "Your Excellency, I have a suggestion. May I ask?"

Tian Shengjun was about to continue his attack on Ji Tian Si, but upon hearing Qing Xuan speak, he immediately changed his tune and hurriedly said to Qing Xuan, "Qing Xuan, please speak freely."

At this moment, Qingxuan is not only the savior of Wujiangdao, but also shows extraordinary strength. Tianshengjun is now very polite to Qingxuan and will no longer treat him as a small servant.

Qingxuan laughed and said, "Chief, you should put aside the matter of Miss Daoxin and that young man Xiao. Just get some benefits from the Extreme Heaven Division and that's enough."

"What?"

Qingxuan's words shocked everyone. Tian Shengjun and other high-ranking members of the Martial Frontier were furious, while the members of the Extreme Heaven Division looked at Qingxuan with strange expressions.

Young man, that's a bit too direct of you.

However, after feeling annoyed for a while, the members of the Extreme Heaven Division showed gratitude on their faces again.

Qingxuan is clearly helping Jitiansi. If Wujiangdao can put aside this grudge and continue to cooperate with Jitiansi, that would be the best outcome.

Tangible benefits are the most important thing, and the Extreme Heaven Division can also avoid becoming enemies with the Martial Frontier Sect.

Tian Shengjun's face turned ashen, and he was about to refute Qing Xuan's suggestion. However, Qing Xuan preemptively asked with a smile, "I know that the Chief is unwilling, and this matter is extremely unfair to the Young Master."

"However, I have only one question for you, Chief: if that young Master Xiao were to come knocking again, what would you do? Would you ask a retired master like Old Liu to handle it?"

"this....."

Qingxuan's words immediately shut down Tianshengjun and the others, and the anger in the hearts of the Wujiang Dao people dissipated by more than half.

Yes, what if Xiao Linyuan attacks again?

The combined might of numerous martial arts masters was no match for Xiao Linyuan alone; to be outnumbered and still lose was already incredibly humiliating. To then call upon the "elders" for this would be even more disgraceful. Those elders were all of extremely high seniority; for them to attack a junior, even if they won, would be utterly dishonorable.

Moreover, Xiao Linyuan is not alone; he has the Xuan Alliance behind him. If the Martial Frontier Dao Association "calls for the head of the family," does that mean Xiao Linyuan won't call for help?

Moreover, Xiao Linyuan suffered a loss at Qing Xuan's hands this time, so he will definitely be more prepared next time, making him even more difficult to deal with. Even if Tian Shengjun brings out all the hidden masters of Wujiang Dao, he may not be able to defeat Xiao Linyuan.

After careful consideration of the consequences of Xiao Linyuan's return visit, Tian Shengjun realized that he was truly helpless. However, he could not easily let go of such a humiliating disgrace, yet he could not retaliate. His face turned red with suppressed rage.

Qingxuan smiled slightly and said leisurely, "Brother Xiao's target is nothing more than Dao Xin. As long as Wu Jiangdao lets Dao Xin go and stops bothering her, Brother Xiao will naturally not come to cause trouble for Wu Jiangdao again."

Upon hearing this, Tian Shengjun remained silent, his expression shifting unpredictably. He understood Qing Xuan's words perfectly well: continuing to entangle himself with Qin Daoxin would not only be futile but would also bring disaster upon Wujiang Dao and lead to a falling out with Jitiansi.

If the Heavenly Division were to become enraged and disregard the reputation and face of their sect, and truly grant Qin Daoxin and Xiao Linyuan their wish, then Wu Jiangdao would be the one to suffer the consequences of their alliance.

After much deliberation, the consideration of sectarian interests ultimately prevailed. Tian Shengjun sighed reluctantly, staring intently at the members of the Extreme Heaven Division, and gritted his teeth, saying fiercely, "Fine, let's let this matter rest. However, for the next twenty years, all profits from cooperation between the two factions will be split 30/70. My Martial Frontier Sect will take 70%, and your Extreme Heaven Division will only take 30%!"

"This is the only condition for reconciliation. If your Extreme Heaven Division does not agree, then our two factions will immediately go to war, until one side is defeated and the other is defeated!"

Tian Shengjun's conditions were extremely harsh, demanding an extra 20% of the profits. However, Ji Tian Si was in the wrong first, and after Xiao Linyuan's earlier outburst, Ji Tian Si was now eager for reconciliation. Although Tian Shengjun's demands were excessive, they were still within Ji Tian Si's acceptable range and could be fully accepted.

Even if you only get 30% profit, you're still making a profit compared to the cost you put in.

Upon hearing this, the two elders of the Supreme Heaven Division were overjoyed and quickly thanked Tian Shengjun, saying, "Thank you for your magnanimity, Chief, for forgiving the Holy Maiden's outrageous behavior. Chief truly lives up to his reputation as the leader of the Martial Realm; your demeanor is extraordinary."

After speaking, the two elders turned to Qingxuan and bowed slightly, saying gratefully, "Thank you for your advice, young brother. The Extreme Heaven Division is extremely grateful. If you ever have any requests for our Extreme Heaven Division in the future, as long as it is within our capabilities, we will do our best to repay you."

Qingxuan nodded with a smile, accepting the gratitude of the two elders from the Extreme Heaven Division, but she didn't take their promises to heart at all.

Just take those polite words with a grain of salt; if you take them seriously, you'll lose.

After the two elders finished expressing their gratitude, just as Tian Shengjun was about to send them away, Qing Xuan said unhurriedly, "Elders, don't just be happy. Our Wujiang Dao's problem has been solved, but your Jitian Division's problem hasn't been explained yet."

"Um?"

Qingxuan's words startled everyone, and the people from the Extreme Heaven Division couldn't help but frown.

The two elders of the Extreme Heavenly Division exchanged a glance. The left elder stepped forward and asked, "I wonder what you mean by that, young brother? And what problem does the Extreme Heavenly Division have?"

Qingxuan laughed and said, "Hey, Elder, haven't you realized yet? Don't you think Daoxin's words and actions were a bit off?"

"Well?"

Everyone was taken aback upon hearing this, and couldn't help but recall the events of the beginning, their expressions darkening.

Indeed, Qin Daoxin's words and actions were very problematic.

Upon hearing Qing Xuan mention this, Qin Daoxin, who was hiding behind the two elders, turned pale and a hint of panic appeared in his eyes.

Qingxuan's gaze swept past the members of the Extreme Heaven Division and landed on Qin Daoxin, meeting Qin Daoxin's eyes directly.

The moment Qin Daoxin met Qing Xuan's gaze, he felt a momentary daze, followed by a sharp jolt in his heart, as if all his secrets were exposed to Qing Xuan's eyes.

The feeling of having his thoughts exposed and nowhere to hide made Qin Daoxin even more flustered and anxious, and he unconsciously turned his head away.

Seeing Qin Daoxin's reaction, Qingxuan smiled again, secretly thinking that she had indeed guessed correctly.

The members of the Extreme Heaven Division also noticed Qin Daoxin's unusual reaction, and they couldn't help but feel angry. Elder Zuo said in a deep voice, "Daoxin, speak quickly, why did you deliberately provoke the Chief when you paid your respects to him?"

When Qin Daoxin faced Tian Shengjun, he was quite self-righteous and did not seem to have done anything wrong. Moreover, he couldn't wait to reveal the purpose and reason for Ji Tian Si's visit, in order to provoke Wu Jiang Dao. It seemed that he wanted to make a big fuss and let the whole world know about it.

Qin Daoxin's behavior was clearly abnormal. Normal people would usually hide and cover up such things, trying to resolve the matter quietly.

Under the intense scrutiny of her elders and fellow disciples, Qin Daoxin, tears welling in her eyes, stammered, "I...I...I didn't mean to anger the Headmaster, I was just thinking...thinking that if this got out, my reputation would be ruined...In that case, not only would I not have to marry into the Martial Frontier Sect, but my father would also be unable to betroth me to anyone else, and might even expel me from the Extreme Heaven Division. That way, I would be free, and I could be with Xiao Lang..."

"What!?"

Upon hearing Qin Daoxin's explanation, everyone's eyes widened, and the two senior elders of the Extreme Heaven Division nearly fainted from anger.

Naive! Absurd! Foolish!

This was everyone's first reaction upon hearing Qin Daoxin's explanation; they simply wondered if the Holy Maiden had lost her mind.

Even Qingxuan was shocked, unable to understand Qin Daoxin's logic, how could he possibly come up with such a thought.

Although I've heard that this saintess is a newcomer and hasn't experienced much of the world, and is quite naive, even if she's truly foolish, there should be a limit to how foolish she can be.

The Right Elder of the Extreme Heavenly Division roared in exasperation, "Nonsense! Utter nonsense! Dao Xin, how could you have such an absurd idea! Do you think that if this matter gets out, it will only ruin your reputation? Expel you from the sect? Do you think Lord Dao Si would do that, given his temper?"

Qin Daoxin lowered her head and remained silent, feeling extremely ashamed, and silently shed tears. At this moment, she also realized that her thoughts were too wishful thinking.

She is the Holy Maiden of the Celestial Division, and her actions represent the entire organization. Her reputation doesn't just belong to her; it belongs to the entire Celestial Division. If she disgraces, the entire Celestial Division will be disgraced as well.

Moreover, if this matter were to be publicized, would the Supreme Heavenly Division really leave her alone and kick her out to make a fool of herself?

Fortunately, she was the biological daughter of the current Dao Chief of the Extreme Heavenly Division, who doted on her immensely. If it had been anyone else who had done such a shameful thing, they would have been beaten to a pulp by the Dao Chief of the Extreme Heavenly Division long ago.

Since Qin Daoxin cannot be killed, nor can he be let go, the only possible outcome is that he will be imprisoned for life and die alone.

Just as everyone from the Extreme Heaven Division was heartbroken and lamenting that their sect's Holy Maiden might be an idiot, Qing Xuan suddenly spoke up, slowly saying, "Miss Dao Xin, your idea is rather unconventional. Can you explain why you have such a thought?"

Qingxuan narrowed her eyes and said meaningfully, "Is there some unknown reason behind this?"