My beautiful CEO wife-Chapter 1549: Western Spy

Copper Stick Long Tao demonstrated immense power on the arena. Dongyang Taoist, no less skilled than Wu Shan Kun, wielded fierce Gang Qi and astonishing might, yet ultimately was smashed into pulp by Long Tao’s stick!

The crowd’s faces were filled with intense shock and astonishment, surpassing the reaction to Xiao Zheng’s match before. Long Tao’s performance was more impactful, and many couldn’t help but discuss it.

"He is incredibly strong! Dongyang Taoist, a reclusive elder from a sacred land of martial arts, was crushed to death with a single strike!"

"Indeed! And Long Tao is so ruthless, to kill on the arena without restraint! That Dongyang Taoist was, after all, from a sacred land of martial arts." 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

"Could it be that Long Tao has substantial backing behind him? Otherwise, why would he dare to do such a thing? Even a Martial Saint wouldn’t want to offend a sacred land of martial arts."

Upon hearing this, many people’s faces showed uncertainty, sensing that Long Tao’s backing might be complicated and mysterious.

Amidst the discussion, Xuanyin Monk stood up, announcing Long Tao’s victory, without commenting on his killing of Dongyang Taoist.

"Today’s matches are concluded. Tomorrow morning, the final showdown will commence between Long Tao and Xiao Leng, determining the victor and selecting the Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch!"

Xuanyin Monk’s final words heightened the crowd’s anticipation for tomorrow’s matches, as they left the Sealing Altar with excitement and expectation.

The Great Sound Buddha Sect organized this martial arts tournament, naturally arranging accommodations for everyone, especially the candidates for Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch, whose residences were extremely luxurious.

Xiao Zheng’s residence was a Chinese-style villa on the mid-mountain of Song Mountain. From the hall, the view was vast, the sky full of stars, and countless trees swayed in the night breeze.

However, Xiao Zheng did not admire the beauty, instead, he focused inward, practicing the Muscle Strengthening Scripture, preparing for tomorrow’s final battle.

Long Tao would be a formidable opponent, but Xiao Zheng was not overly concerned. The hidden hand organizing this martial arts tournament is the Great Sound Buddha Sect. If he defeats Long Tao in tomorrow’s finals, he cannot predict Long Tao’s reaction, possibly there could be a grand conspiracy.

The Great Sound Buddha Sect is unlike ordinary sacred lands of martial arts. It is one of the top four sects, much stronger than those sacred lands like Qingcheng Mountain, a force truly capable of threatening Xiao Zheng.

Clang!

A thought triggered a sword clamor from not far away. It was the Mystical Sky Battle Sword with a seemingly spiritual presence, shining a sharp sword light, trembling slightly, then flying into Xiao Zheng’s hand, then returning to tranquility.

Caressing the sword’s body, a sharp gaze flashed in Xiao Zheng’s eyes. Tomorrow, perhaps the hidden hand behind the attack on Sky Net will truly emerge! That will be the moment for him to avenge his grudges!

If it truly happens, he will wield his sword in a killing spree, staining Song Mountain with blood.

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While Xiao Zheng practiced, elsewhere on Song Mountain, in the hall of an awe-inspiring large temple, sat four or five individuals.

Through the candlelight in the hall, among those four or five people was indeed Copper Stick Long Tao!

The others were all monks, each serious and dignified, with deep breaths and high temples, clearly possessing extremely powerful strength.

The one surrounded at the center wore a compassionate expression, none other than the host of this martial arts tournament.

Xuan Yin!

"Long Tao, you did well, making it smoothly to the finals. However, today your action was somewhat reckless, killing Dongyang Taoist which might bring us some trouble."

Xuanyin Monk frowned, speaking to Copper Stick Long Tao.

From these words, it’s clear that Long Tao and the Great Sound Buddha Sect indeed have a deep relationship as Xiao Zheng speculated!

"Hehe, just a minor Martial Saint, what’s there to fuss over." Copper Stick Long Tao sneered upon hearing these words, "Tomorrow, I shall ascend to the position of Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch, controlling life and death, honor and disgrace, at my whim!"

"Hmph!" Xuanyin Monk showed a trace of anger, "Long Tao, don’t forget that everything you have is granted by the Great Sound Buddha Sect. Don’t act too outrageously! Otherwise, you know what the Great Sound Buddha Sect can do."

These words contained deep threats. Long Tao, remaining dignified, seemed not to be angered, instead, a deep apprehension flashed in his eyes as he chuckled dryly, "Xuanyin Monk, I am just speaking casually, don’t mind it, haha."

"That’s better." Xuanyin Monk slightly restrained his anger, then changed the topic, his voice becoming somewhat solemn, "Tonight, you’re summoned here to discuss how we should deal with Xiao Leng!"

Copper Stick Long Tao sneered, "Isn’t it obvious? Tomorrow in the finals, I’ll kill him!"

Xuanyin Monk shook his head, saying, "This man has mysterious origins, appearing out of nowhere in this martial arts tournament with no known history in the Martial Arts World. We cannot measure his strength, so we must be thoroughly prepared."

The other monks nodded and quickly agreed, "Xuanyin is right, we cannot let this person disrupt the Great Sound Buddha Sect’s plans! Otherwise, there is no redemption for us."

"Then what should we do?" Long Tao was evidently dissatisfied with their response but didn’t dare show it too overtly, thus asked with a hint of sarcasm, "Preemptively assassinate him?"

Xuanyin Monk shook his head and fell silent, pondering deeply, while the hall fell into temporary silence before Xuanyin Monk’s eyes flashed dangerously, and he spoke up, "I’ve got it!"

"Hmm?" The others turned to Xuanyin Monk.

Xuanyin Monk coldly said, "This Xiao Leng has mysterious origins. We can exploit this by fabricating stories. If he loses tomorrow, all is well. If he wins, we’ll directly defame him as a Western spy."

"Great idea!"

Everyone’s eyes lit up, smiling as they praised together.

"Yet, if we baselessly claim he’s a spy from Western forces, it might not be convincing," a monk expressed concern.

"That’s not hard." Xuanyin Monk said confidently, "With the Great Sound Buddha Sect’s methods, fabricating some evidence is a trivial matter."

"Truly worthy of a sacred land of martial arts." Long Tao praised.