Why do I have so many masters?-Chapter 586 - 213 Jianghu Lacks Talents (2/2)

Hong Luoyu's eyes briefly brightened, and he laughed as he clapped his hands:

"This statement really has some flavor."

"However, how do you plan to do it?"

Wang Anfeng said softly:

"If I were to use Yuchi's method, it would inevitably involve the tactics of forming alliances, which ultimately are just means of using the weak to overcome the strong and manipulating human sentiment. But I am different from him."

"I am already strong."

Wang Anfeng stood atop the grand hall, holding the relics of his parents; although his expression was gentle, it was unusually spirited.

Hong Luoyu was slightly stunned, then burst into laughter.

That day, Wang Anfeng descended the mountain at night.

The Red Cliff Sect Leader was a tall and strong man.

He practiced an External Martial Art that was not extremely sophisticated, yet he was able to continuously innovate, breaking new ground in directions and heights unseen by his predecessors. Even as a youth, his comprehension of this Horizontal External Skill surpassed that of the master who created it.

Knowing his ordinary abilities, he dedicated himself wholly to this art.

After more than thirty years, he finally reached a height he had never dared to dream of as a youth.

At this moment, his brows were slightly furrowed.

On the desk before him were several confessions that he had flipped through many times over the past couple of days, almost to the point of wearing them out. The more he read, the heavier the frustration grew in his heart. They came from Yue Hongzhe, who had rushed back to his gang, his disciples, and the subordinates of Elder Bai.

Among this group, there were three confessions, but their contents were strikingly different.

A woman with a somewhat delicate appearance served him tea next to him; even the dominant figure of Jianghu carefully took the teacup, sipped the tea, and slightly squinted his eyes.

The woman naturally massaged his shoulder and asked softly:

"What's the matter?"

"I see you are so troubled..."

Gong Yongjie cracked a smile and said:

"Is it that obvious?"

Although he was smiling, his brows were still slightly furrowed. The delicate woman raised her hand to smooth the wrinkles on his forehead, but unexpectedly, he pulled her into his arms. After a brief struggle, she let it happen.

Gong Yongjie gently rested his chin on the top of the woman's head, inhaling the scent he could never get enough of, and murmured:

"What should I do now..."

"Yue Hongzhe says Jade Ruin Temple and Baiyang Sword Sect have joined forces; Shao Nu, do you believe it?"

He looked down, smiling at the woman in his arms.

The woman named Shao Nu frowned slightly and shook her head, saying:

"If I were in Vice Gang Leader Yue's position..."

Gong Yongjie interrupted her seriously, emphasizing, "He's the Vice Gang Leader."

The woman rolled her eyes at him and said:

"If I were in Vice Gang Leader Yue's position, I would indeed find it difficult to respond immediately. The planner's methods were extremely decisive, like a tsunami, one wave after another, leaving no time for reaction."

"But although it's after the fact, you can still see quite a few flaws. I guess the Vice Gang Leader must also have realized that he was deceived by that young man and is feeling vexed about it."

She laughed out loud.

Gong Yongjie sighed, "Yes, that's right..."

"But these flaws aren't significant, now that things have reached such a deadlock. It's tough to break through, tough indeed..."

The woman leaned into Gong Yongjie's arms, pondering for a moment, then said softly:

"It is indeed tough."

"However, if Baiyang Sword Sect seeks reconciliation and the two sects merge, our connections could become tighter. Given that Sect Leader's cautious nature, he definitely wouldn't want to be adversaries with our Red Cliff Sect; agreeing to unite would be good."

Gong Yongjie's eyes brightened slightly, and he murmured:

"Eh, that could work!"

Suddenly, he slapped his forehead and exclaimed:

"How did I not think of this before?"

Shao Nu pursed her lips and laughed:

"Gang Leader's focus is all on martial arts cultivation; naturally, you wouldn't pay attention to these matters..."

Gong Yongjie laughed heartily, saying:

"Isn't that what I have you for, Shao Nu?"

As he spoke, he picked up the woman, stood up, and turned around twice in place, then laughed even louder, the knot of frustration in his brow seeming to dissolve. The woman's face turned slightly red. After a moment's thought, she added softly:

"Gang Leader can send a disciple tomorrow to inquire about this matter."

"This move could give Baiyang Sword Sect's Ke Junyan a favor he couldn't refuse."

Gong Yongjie smiled broadly, nodding repeatedly, and said:

"As you say, I'll listen to Shao Nu's advice!"

"Hahaha..."

The Red Cliff Sect had suffered a great defeat a few days ago; although not many disciples had died, a Sixth Rank Elder had fallen, leaving the sect somewhat chaotic.

The Baiyang Sword Sect today remains cold and detached, unlike the Red Cliff Sect.

Ke Junyan, revered as a master by Lin Qiaofu, lived up to his name. Having gained fame as a youth, he started training with a sword at the age of seven. During his Foundation Establishment, he suppressed his cultivation to build a robust base, stepping into the Ninth Grade at thirteen.

After turning fifteen, he traveled across Jianghu for seven years and returned at the peak of the Seventh Rank.

One day shy of the sect's grand competition, he scolded an elder for being unfair, earning the right to challenge the elite of the sect. After battling through a day and night, he defeated the top ten contenders of the competition with his sword, angering the Third Elder but fearlessly confronted him with his sword.

On the verge of severe injury, he advanced into the Sixth Rank, and with the sharp essence in his chest, he wounded the elder's right arm, thereby making a name for himself.

As he aged, although his sharp essence dwindled, his Internal Strength grew as deep as a fortress, becoming increasingly mellow. He once received a rare compliment from the previous champion of the Heavenly Mountain Sword Sect, praised for his calm during significant events.

However, at this moment, this Great Swordsman, powerful enough to be of the Fifth Rank, appeared slightly pensive. Past the age of forty, his profound Internal Strength Cultivation kept him from looking old. With three long beards, he rather seemed refined by the years.

This place was the grand hall where the Sect Leader of the Baiyang Sword Sect handled important matters, yet only two were present. As the Sect Leader, Ke Junyan naturally sat at the head. Below him, Liu Qizheng was ill at ease, showing a face full of guilt as he said,

"Ultimately, this subordinate was blinded by greed, leading our sect into a trap."

"Please, Sect Leader, punish me."

Ke Junyan waved his hand and said lightly,

"The opponent was cunning. What fault does the elder have?"

Liu Qizheng didn't know if his understatement was indifferent or angry, but he grew more uneasy. After a moment, he asked quietly,

"Sect Leader, what should be done about this?"

Ke Junyan's expression was as calm as an ancient well, as he said,

"It's just a choice, no need for the elder to be anxious."

"A choice?"

Liu Qizheng was somewhat puzzled.

Ke Junyan put down the teacup he was holding and said, "The woman that died had connections with the Red Cliff Sect's Sect Leader, but ultimately she died at the hands of the Jade Ruin Temple. If we let go of our pride and explain things clearly, they won't want to fight us immediately."

Liu Qizheng hesitated and said,

"But, Sect Leader, those martial artists from Jade Ruin Temple..."

He had only later learned about the incident at the Red Cliff Sect.

Though the captured disciple of the Red Cliff Sect was terrified and obviously exaggerating, the facts of multiple Middle Third Rank martial artists being slaughtered and the deputy gang leader fleeing without fighting were truly frightening.

Ke Junyan interrupted him sharply,

"The Jade Ruin Temple has been established here for decades. Never before has it harbored such masters."

"Those skilled martial artists may indeed exist, but with the vastness of the world, they surely won't stay forever in the small Jade Ruin Temple. Tomorrow, pick a secret manual, three sharp weapons, and seventeen types of elixirs from our sect and go to the Red Cliff Sect to clarify this matter with Gong Yongjie."

"Since you caused this situation, you should be the one to explain it."

"Are there any objections?"

Liu Qizheng did not dare delay, bowing he said,

"I will obey."

"But, about that Jade Ruin Temple..."

His heart was still unsettled.

Ke Junyan's eyes narrowed slightly, and he said,

"After explaining to the Red Cliff Sect, make arrangements and feign cooperation with Jade Ruin Temple. Once those martial artists leave for ten days, contact the Red Cliff Sect again, but there's no need to completely turn against Jade Ruin Temple."

Liu Qizheng's expression shifted slightly, and he said,

"Sect Leader, are you suggesting..."

Ke Junyan nodded and said,

"Previously, Jade Ruin Temple was insufficient for such a heavy burden, but now that they've managed to cause significant trouble for the Red Cliff Sect, it's precisely enough. Now that they're antagonistic as fire and water, we can balance between the two and buy time for our sect."

"If we truly ally with the Red Cliff Sect and destroy Jade Ruin Temple, we will be next. Currently, our sect is not strong enough to confront the Red Cliff Sect."

Liu Qizheng appeared hesitant and said,

"Martial artists freely fighting is one thing, but this move feels too deceitful, doesn't it contradict the moral righteousness of Jianghu..."

Ke Junyan glanced at him and said coolly,

"Only the living can talk about the righteousness of Jianghu."

"But..."

Liu Qizheng wanted to speak again.

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Ke Junyan already flicked his sleeve, releasing a frost-like Sword Qi, as he said,

"Enough, you may leave."

Liu Qizheng, feeling helpless, complied.

Suddenly, a clear voice came from outside, saying,

"Impressive spirit, impressive tactics."

"Well said, Junyan."

Ke Junyan's expression shifted slightly.

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