A man in the martial world, a reincarnated sword immortal.

Chapter 97 The Great Song Dynasty's Number One Martial Arts Grandmaster! I wish to become your sworn brother!

Outside the Hall of Light.

The banquet had already been set up.

The various heroes had already taken their seats in the arena, hosted by Dugu Xian and Bai Lixiao.

there.

Beneath the image of the Venerable One, on either side of the large cauldron.

Murong Bo was tied up there, his face already drained of color, and his eyes were filled with utter despair.

We lost!

He was completely defeated!

Utter defeat!

Moreover, he was defeated by the Ming Cult, which he had never considered an opponent!

ridiculous!

How utterly ridiculous!

but.

He had no choice.

Because he is less skilled than others!

Even his son and the retainers of the Murong family had been captured by the Ming Cult leader.

He's been scheming and calculating all along!

But in the end, they could not defy fate!

Your Majesty!

Could there truly be a Venerable One in this world?

Otherwise, how could Zhong Yuan, the leader of the Ming Cult, know so many secrets!

They even knew everything about his internal injuries.

Unexplainable.

Absolutely inexplicable!

He couldn't think of any other reason besides the dream transmission from the Venerable One.

at this time.

Zhong Yuan and his son arrived together.

The father and son sat together at the head of the table.

Zhong Yuan raised his cup to the assembled heroes of the martial world and proclaimed loudly, "Fellow martial artists!"

"Today, we gather here!"

"It's to eliminate Murong Bo, this scoundrel of the martial world, a public enemy!"

"Now, we invite Mr. Xiao to personally settle this feud!"

Xiao Yuanshan and Xiao Feng sat together, already sharpening their knives at Murong Bo over there.

Upon hearing Zhong Yuan's words, he immediately stood up.

He cupped his hands in greeting to Zhong Yuan, who was seated at the head of the table.

Then, he strode up to Murong Bo and said with eyes full of hatred, "You old scoundrel Murong!"

"You've caused me so much suffering!"

"I wish I could drink your blood and eat your flesh alive!"

"Today—I will send you on your way!!!"

As soon as he finished speaking...

Murong Bo, who was hanging and tied to the pillar, glanced sideways at Xiao Yuanshan.

A mocking smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"Xiao Yuanshan, make your move."

Upon seeing this, Xiao Yuanshan was furious!

He shouted loudly!

With a powerful slam, he raised his hand and struck Murong Bo on the top of the head!

In the blink of an eye!

Murong Bo bled from all seven orifices and died, but his face showed a hint of relief.

Over there, Murong Fu, who was tied to a pillar, witnessed Murong Bo being personally killed by Xiao Yuanshan!

His eyes immediately opened wide, bloodshot, and he struggled incessantly, letting out a roar like a wild beast!

However, it was to no avail.

Xiao Yuanshan looked at Murong Bo's corpse, tears welling in his eyes, laughing and crying at the same time.

He opened his arms, tilted his head back, and mumbled something in Khitan.

After venting.

Then he turned around, walked to the front, clasped his hands in greeting to Zhong Yuan at the head of the table, and said, "Sect Leader Zhong!"

I owe you a favor.

"Although I personally killed Murong Bo, I did not capture him alive!"

"In the future, if you ever need my help, Master Zhong, just let me know."

Zhong Yuan smiled faintly, holding the wine in his glass.

"Mr. Xiao, you're too kind."

"Eliminating Murong Bo, a public enemy of the martial arts world, is the wish of everyone in the martial arts community."

"Mr. Xiao, please take a seat."

Then, Zhong Yuan addressed the crowd, "Everyone!"

"Every wrong has its perpetrator, and every debt its debtor!"

"The evil deeds committed by Murong Bo have nothing to do with Murong Fu or the Murong family's retainers!"

"If we kill them all today, it will only make us look bad in the martial arts world."

"Murong Bo is dead. What do you all think about having Murong Fu collect his body?"

As soon as Zhong Yuan finished speaking...

The sect leaders present immediately showed various expressions, all somewhat surprised.

Many of them felt that Zhong Yuan should have killed Murong Fu, or at least imprisoned him at Bright Peak.

To prevent him from ever setting foot in the martial arts world again.

after all.

Although Murong Bo was killed by Xiao Yuanshan, the Ming Cult was also an accomplice.

If Murong Fu is let go, they will inevitably become enemies with the Ming Cult in the future.

This approach is really unwise.

To cut the weeds but not eradicate them at the root is a major taboo in the martial arts world.

Surprisingly, the Ming Cult, which has always been known as a demonic cult, did not do this.

Indeed, this makes many people feel that the Ming Cult's infamous reputation in the past was probably just a result of misinformation.

In particular, the imperial court was vigorously promoting the evils of the Ming Cult.

Now it seems...

That's not the case at all.

Compared to the Ming Cult.

Murong Bo is far more wicked!

The things the Murong family did were far more outrageous than those of the Ming Cult.

Many people nodded to themselves.

He felt even more admiration for the Ming Cult.

Du Lingzi of the Penglai Sect, a master of opportunism, immediately remarked, "Master Zhong is a kind and benevolent man!"

"He is truly the only person in the martial arts world today who can be called a great hero!"

The others also joined in the praise.

"yes!"

"Master Zhong's magnanimity and courage are truly extraordinary!"

Seeing the reactions of these people, Zhong Yuan felt much more at ease.

Today, he convened the Bright Assembly, inviting heroes from all walks of life to participate, and he has almost achieved the desired effect.

Whether it was to diminish the prestige of Shaolin or to whitewash the Ming Cult's reputation as a demonic sect, it was a relatively good result.

immediately.

He raised his hand, signaling Fang Liu to untie the ropes binding Murong Fu, Bao Butong, and Feng Bo'e.

Murong Fu was escorted to the center of the field.

Zhong Yuan poured the wine from his glass out, and five water droplets landed directly on his five fingers!

After the water droplets solidified.

Zhong Yuan addressed Murong Fu and the other three, saying, "Murong Fu!"

"Today, you attacked me, but I can forgive and forget about it."

"However, if in the future the Murong family dares to lay a hand on my Ming Cult or any other fellow martial artists."

"I will personally escort you to reunite with Murong Bo."

immediately.

He simply raised his hand.

Five water droplets were splashed out!

shhhhhh!

The water droplets made a whistling sound as they cut through the air!

then.

The acupoints on Murong Fu and the other four were instantly released.

This move astonished many of the martial arts practitioners present.

This technique of releasing acupoints demonstrates not only the profoundness of Zhong Yuan's internal strength but also his meticulous control over it, reaching an extremely high level.

How could an ordinary martial arts practitioner possibly undo acupoint strikes from a distance?

What's more, these are water droplets formed from condensed alcohol!

That's an absolutely incredible skill!

Zhong Yuan's move was both a performance and a deterrent.

Turin is the best at flattery!

He immediately exclaimed in surprise.

"Master Zhong, what brilliant tactics!"

In the field.

Murong Fu, who had just had his acupoints released, felt a numbness in his body and almost lost his balance.

But he immediately used his internal energy to soothe his limbs, and then he glanced at Zhong Yuan at the head of the table, suppressing his hatred.

They made a move that surprised everyone.

He then clasped his hands in a fist salute to Zhong Yuan, who was sitting at the head of the table, and knelt down on one knee!

He addressed Zhong Yuan in a loud voice, saying, "Sect Leader Zhong's divine power is unparalleled, and his achievements are as profound as the creation itself!"

"Murong Fu is completely convinced!"

"Master Zhong upheld justice for the martial arts world and captured my father; this is for the greater good!"

"I, Murong Fu, will absolutely not harbor even the slightest hatred for Leader Zhong because of this!"

"I, Murong Fu, have only one enemy who killed my father, and that is Xiao Yuanshan!"

Immediately, a cold glint flashed in Murong Fu's eyes as he looked at Xiao Yuanshan beside him!

Seeing this, Xiao Yuanshan sat there calmly and let out a cold laugh!

"Kid!"

"You must take revenge!"

"Come on, please!"

"I wouldn't mind sending you and that old bastard Murong Bo to meet in the underworld!"

Murong Fu snorted coldly, then turned to Zhong Yuan at the head of the table and said, "Sect Leader Zhong!"

"I have always admired the righteous principles of the Ming Cult!"

"If Leader Zhong doesn't abandon me!"

"I wish to acknowledge Leader Zhong as my sworn brother!"

"Help Leader Zhong overthrow the Song Dynasty and unify the world!"

"I also have a cousin named Yu Yan, who is as beautiful as a flower, even more beautiful than a fairy."

"I can act as matchmaker for the cult leader, and get my cousin married to him!"

"I only ask that one day, after Master Zhong unifies the world, my Murong family can be re-established in this remote corner of the world!"

Wow!

These words were spoken.

This immediately stunned everyone in the martial arts world present!

The expressions on the faces of those many people from the martial arts world were all different.

There was surprise, disdain, shame, and doubt.

Most people were stunned.

No one expected it.

In such a scene!

Moreover, this was after his father had just died.

Murong Fu actually did such a thing!

We must recognize Zhong Yuan, the leader of the Ming Cult, as our sworn brother!

We must help the Ming Cult overthrow the Song Dynasty!

Most importantly, this guy is shameless himself, and he even drags his cousin down with him!

That's really ruthless!

"Good heavens!"

"That Murong Fu is truly shameless."

"The Murong family will stop at nothing to restore their kingdom!"

"Murong Fu is no less impressive than his father, Murong Bo!"

"Such patient and cunning individuals have such grand ambitions that they truly put us to shame."

The martial arts practitioners were all talking amongst themselves, looking towards Murong Fu in the arena.

A hint of disgust flashed in Xiao Yuanshan's eyes as he sat to the side.

"No wonder he's the offspring of that old scoundrel Murong; utterly shameless!"

A hint of disdain flashed in Xiao Feng's eyes.

He, Xiao Feng, a fine man, has been known as such a shameless villain for many years.

That's disgusting.

Zhong Yuan, who was sitting at the head of the table, was completely taken aback that Murong Fu would say such a thing in front of so many people from the martial arts world!

later.

This will probably be widely known throughout the martial arts world.

His forbearance is unparalleled throughout history.

He wasn't interested in Murong Fu's conditions at all.

but.

Before he could even speak.

Bao Butong, who was standing behind Murong Fu, couldn't hold back any longer!

He looked at Murong Fu angrily and said, "Young Master!"

"You are a descendant of the prestigious Murong clan of the Great Yan Dynasty!"

"A true man is born between heaven and earth!"

"You only kneel to heaven, earth, and your parents!"

"How dare we kneel before the leader of the Ming Cult?"

"Recognize him as your elder brother?"

"We follow you, dedicating ourselves to the utmost, all for the restoration of the Great Yan!"

"But we can't just throw away all our dignity!"

"Even if he were to restore the Yan state one day, that would be futile!"

"What's the use!"

"Wouldn't we be ridiculed by everyone in the martial arts world!"

Upon hearing this, Murong Fu turned around and said, "Third Brother Bao!"

"The Ming Cult's leader, Zhong, is a hero of our time!"

"He will surely achieve great things one day!"

"My decision to set aside personal grudges and follow Master Yu Zhong is like a wise bird choosing a good tree to perch on!"

Bao Butong shook his head and said, "No, no!"

"You've come to acknowledge Leader Zhong as your elder brother today!"

"One day, he'll be able to recognize others as his brothers and fathers!"

"If you get the chance someday, you might even rebel against Master Zhong."

"At that time, you will be an unrighteous, disloyal, and unfilial person."

"I, Bao Butong, may not be a gentleman!"

"But they also know what benevolence and righteousness are, and what loyalty and filial piety are!"

"Young Master!"

"It's not too late for you to turn back now!"

"As long as you stand up, we brothers will still follow you!"

Murong Fu then said, "Master Zhong's unparalleled might is unmatched; I ask you, in the martial world today, who can withstand him!"

"I will acknowledge him as my sworn brother!"

"This is truly a blessing for me, Murong Fu!"

"Brother Bao!"

"If you keep making noise!"

"Don't blame me for disregarding our past relationship!"

Upon hearing this, Bao Butong looked indignant and pointed at Murong Fu, shouting insults!

"Murong Fu!"

"You have truly disgraced the ancestors of the Murong family!"

Upon seeing this, Murong Fu immediately turned his head back, his eyes filled with cold light.

It has that eagle-eyed, wolf-like look!

He glared fiercely at Bao Butong and raised his palm to strike him!

At this time.

But then Zhong Yuan shouted loudly.

"Murong Fu, this is not your Murong family's Swallow's Nest."

"Your performance..."

"It truly sullies the eyes of heroes across the land."

I counted to ten.

"If you don't bring Murong Bo's corpse down the mountain, then you'll remain on Bright Peak forever!"

Upon hearing this, Murong Fu's face immediately turned bright red, but he dared not offend Zhong Yuan at all. He immediately stood up, cupped his hands towards Zhong Yuan, and said, "Sect Leader Zhong!"

"If there's ever a need for Murong Fu in the future!"

"Murong Fu will definitely make a move!"

immediately.

He stepped forward, picked up Murong Bo's body, and said to Feng Bo'e and the others standing nearby, "Let's go!"

The three villains, Feng Bo'e, glanced at Bao Butong.

Bao Butong drew the sword from Feng Bo'e's waist, cut his robe, and said to Murong Fu, "Murong Fu!"

"My four brothers and I were all blind in the past!"

"Today, we brothers sever all ties with you!"

"From now on, you walk your own sunny path!"

"Let's walk our own narrow bridge!"

Feng Bo'e, Deng Baichuan, and Gongye Qian did the same, raising their swords and severing their ties.

Upon seeing this, Murong Fu's face turned frosty. Without saying a word, he turned and left.

Within a few breaths, they had vanished without a trace.

Bao and the other three turned around and glanced at Zhong Yuan, who was at the head of the table.

Bao Butong shouted loudly.

"Master Zhong, the four of us brothers, can we leave now?"

Zhong Yuan smiled faintly.

"Please go ahead."

Seeing this, Bao Butong and his three companions all left dejectedly.

In a short time.

A certain calm settled over the square.

Seeing this, Zhong Yuan refilled his glass, raised it, and said, "Everyone!"

"Let's not let this little incident spoil our fun."

"Come, come, drink this cup to the brim."

It is the twelfth lunar month.

A cold wind is rising in Jiangnan.

In Luoyang City.

Inside an inn.

Three or five men sat together, each one beaming with excitement.

"Good heavens!"

"I heard that a few days ago, a foreign monk named something like the Great Wheel King went to the Shaolin Temple."

"Guess what?"

"That Great Wheel King actually defeated all the Xuan-generation monks of Shaolin Temple, and none of them were as powerful as him."

opponent!"

"Yesterday, Shaolin Temple issued a decree to the martial arts world, stating that Shaolin will be closed for a hundred years from this day forward and will no longer interfere in the affairs of the martial arts world!"

"What?!"

"Is Shaolin Temple closed?"

Is this true?

"He's just a Tibetan monk, it can't be that serious!"

"Hey, the matter of the Tibetan monks is just the surface. Don't you know that Abbot Xuanci of Shaolin Temple committed suicide at Bright Peak of the Ming Cult not long ago!"

"The reason was that Xuan Ci had an affair with Ye Erniang, one of the Four Evils, and had a child. Unable to face the people of the martial arts world, he committed suicide in front of them!"

"After this incident, the Ming Cult's reputation soared and its prestige spread far and wide."

"The new leader of the Ming Cult is none other than Zhong Yuan, the [Central Divine Sword]!"

"Some say that the leader of the Ming Cult is now the greatest martial arts master in the Song Dynasty!"