Xu Qi 'an's heart suddenly sank. He raised his hand and grabbed the saber that was leaning against the rockery. He strode towards the girl with red and swollen eyes. "Where is he?"
"He's been sent back to the manor."
Qiu Chanyi led Xu Qi 'an away, sobbing as she said, "Ling Yun was sent back by someone. His legs were cut off, and we couldn't summon his soul. Martial Uncle White Lotus said that he had an unfulfilled wish."
Xu Qi 'an's lips curled into a cold smile.
They passed through the garden and followed the bluestone path to a courtyard. As they approached, they heard sobbing.
The courtyard was crowded with people. The door of the main house was open. Jinlian, White Lotus, Chu Yuanzhen, and Li Miaozhen were all in the house. The other disciples stood in the courtyard.
Besides them, Xu Qi 'an saw an unexpected person.
Young Master Liu of the Ink Pavilion.
Xu Qi 'an stepped over the threshold and looked around. His eyes fell on the bed. A young man lay there, his eyes wide open and his face pale. He had been dead for a long time.
His legs were cut off at the knees. The cut was even. The attacker was not only powerful, but his weapon was also extremely sharp.
Xu Qi 'an took a deep breath and tried to keep his voice calm. "Who did it?"
Young Master Liu cupped his hands and said in a low voice, "It was a mysterious young man in a white robe. He was accompanied by two giants wearing bamboo hats. I heard that he had a conflict with Blue Lotus Daoist of the Earth Sect in the Three Immortal Market. The giants beside him injured Blue Lotus Daoist with a single slap … "
The restaurant was a relatively enclosed space, so the two parties were not too far apart. Martial artists had an overwhelming advantage over other systems, but even if Blue Lotus Daoist was below average among the Lotus Daoists, the other party was at least a senior fourth rank.
Xu Qi 'an nodded expressionlessly.
Young Master Liu continued, "Then, the man publicly announced a reward. He took out four artifacts and said that anyone who could cut off one of Prince Xu's arms would be rewarded with an artifact. Anyone who could cut off four of his limbs would be rewarded with four. If you can chop it off, chop off Young Master Xu's head, then all the magic tools in the entire sword case will be given to the person who has rendered meritorious service. "
Li Miaozhen sneered, "Arrogant."
She seemed to be even angrier than Xu Qi 'an.
Chu Yuanzhen frowned slightly and analyzed rationally, "From the looks of it, the White-robed Young Master came for you, Ning Yan?"
Heng Yuan pressed his palms together and shook his head. "Amitabha. This Penniless Monk doesn't think it's possible. Lord Xu's previous life was in the capital and he just arrived in Jian Province today. It's impossible for the news to spread so quickly and even attract his enemies.
"Unless the White-robed Young Master is from the Sword Province, but Young Master Liu said that the man's identity is mysterious and he's not from the Sword Province. Therefore, he should be here for the lotus seeds. "
Master Hengyuan's IQ was above the benchmark, probably on par with Li Miaozhen.
Master Hengy Yuan's IQ is above the benchmark, probably on par with Li Miaozhen. "
The Jinlian Taoist priest looked at Xu Qi 'an and said in a deep voice, "Do you know him?" Xu Qi 'an shook his head, paused, and sneered. "But I think I know which force he belongs to."
Xu Qi 'an shook his head, paused, and sneered, "But I know which force he belongs to."
Among the many forces and systems in Jiuzhou, who can easily take out so many artifacts and treat them like grass?
However, the Imperial Astronomer was not the only one. To be precise, only the Warlocks could do it. But the Celestial Commissioner is not the only one. To be precise, only the Warlock can do it.
The White-robed Man has the support of a high-ranked Warlock.
Xu Qi 'an is very familiar with the high-ranked Warlock who is not the Celestial Commissioner.
"The luck I have is related to the Mystery Warlock group, and they want to use the tax money case to deal with me. The White-robed Man should know about the luck, otherwise he would not show such strong hostility to me."
"The Mystery Warlock group is finally going to deal with me?"
Xu Qi 'an's breathing quickened.
But he soon denied this speculation. "Master Hengy Yuan is right. This is a chance encounter. The White-robed Man must have known that I am in Jianzhou by coincidence."
"Such a high-profile behavior is not the style of the Mystery Warlock. I don't think he is behind the scenes. It's just luck that I met the White-robed Man …"
"In this case, it may be an opportunity for me."
"Kill him, summon his soul, and solve all my doubts."
The others saw that he was silent and did not want to explain, so they did not ask.
Mr. Liu said, "Then, the White-robed Man caught Ling Yun, cut off his legs, and let him crawl back. I was not there at that time. After I heard the news, I rushed over immediately. "
Mr. Liu looked angry.
"I saw Ling Yun crawling on the street, dragging two long bloodstains. He was already unconscious, but he was still crawling … The White-robed Man was following Ling Yun, holding a plum wine in his hand, watching the fun with a smile, not allowing others to save Ling Yun."
"Ling Yun crawled to the outside of the town and died. When the White-robed Man left, I, I dared to go forward and bring him back … I'm sorry."
Li Miaozhen gritted her teeth.
Taoist Nun White Lotus's pretty face was covered with frost. She had heard it once, but she still could not hide her anger.
"Senior Brother Jinlian, has our Heaven & Earth Society fallen to such a state? Anyone can step on us. "Taoist Nun White Lotus said sadly," Ling Yun is a child we watched grow up. "
Jinlian Taoist priest looked at Xu Qi 'an and said in a low voice, "His soul can't be summoned, and his eyes can't be closed. Do you have anything to say to him?"
Xu Qi 'an walked to the bedside and looked at Ling Yun silently. After a while, he said softly, "You've completed your mission."
He reached out and wiped Lingyun's face before closing his eyes.
Xu Qi 'an felt like he was struck by lightning.
Jinlian Taoist priest comforted him, "For a Taoist disciple, death is not the end. We will nurture his soul. He just stayed by our side in a different way. "
Xu Qi 'an did not deny it. He looked at the crowd and said, "Then the situation is very dangerous.
The Wulin League, Earth Sect, Duke Huai's secret agent, and this guy who appeared out of nowhere. I'm not sure about his strength, but his two retainers are at least at the peak of the fourth stage. Moreover, it is expected that he will have many magical artifacts.
"Tomorrow, even if we have the support of the formation, can we really resist so many experts with just the few of us?"
Everyone present had also thought about this question, and the conclusion was disappointing.
Previously, no one mentioned it because they were immersed in the anger of Ling Yun.
Jinlian Taoist priest's eyes flashed with worry.
"Ask all the disciples to leave the yard. I have an idea …" Xu Qi 'an said in a low voice.
Everyone looked at him immediately.
Taoist Nun White Lotus went out and dismissed the disciples in the yard.
After the door was closed, Xu Qi 'an said slowly, "Since the home advantage has been reduced, instead of waiting for the enemy to gather tomorrow, it is better to take the initiative to attack and divide them."
He looked at everyone and said in a deep voice, "Kill them. After dusk, kill them!"
Taoist Nun White Lotus did not expect him to say such nonsense. She blurted out,
"No, we have to protect the lotus seeds. How can we kill them into the town? Besides, there are so many experts in the town now. Without the support of the formation, it is impossible for you to defeat them. "
Giving up the home advantage and killing into the enemy's camp was suicide.
Xu Qi 'an said, "That guy deliberately made such a big scene and humiliated Ling Yun. He just wanted to lure me over. He must know my background and my temper."
Whether it was killing his superior, blocking the rebel army alone in Cloud State, or killing the Duke later, it was enough to prove that Xu Qi 'an was an impulsive and irascible Warrior.
That fellow's actions during the day were either because of his personality, or because he wanted to lure him into a trap.
"Then why are you still going?" Li Miaozhen frowned.
"I said to kill them, but I didn't say to fight in the town." Xu Qi 'an sneered.
"What do you mean?" Chu Yuanzhen was stunned.
Xu Qi 'an did not answer directly. Instead, he analyzed,
"Tomorrow, the forces gathered in the town will launch a large-scale attack. We will have to bear all the pressure. The experts of the Wulin League, the experts of the Earth Sect, Duke Huai's spy, and the new little bastard. Because of this, we may not be able to win even with the help of the formation.
"But what if we divide the enemy in advance?"
… …
A quarter of an hour later, Xu Qi 'an left the courtyard. He saw that the disciples of Tian Di Hui had not dispersed and were gathered outside the courtyard.
Qiu Chanyi's eyes were red. She took a few steps forward with an expectant look on her face, "Prince Xu, you, you will avenge Ling Yun, right?"
Xu Qi 'an nodded silently.
The disciples bowed.
Somewhere in the town, Lady Rongrong was sitting on a small wooden stool in the courtyard. She was staring at the sky in a daze.
"What are you worried about?"
A gentle and pleasant voice came from behind.
Rongrong jumped up from the stool and lowered her head, "Tower Master."
Xiao Yuenu nodded slightly and looked at Rongrong with her bright eyes. She smiled and said, "After you came back, you asked around about that young master's identity. Have you fallen for him?"
Rongrong was stunned and shook her head with a bitter smile.
"It seems that you have fallen for him."
"No, that's not it …"
Rongrong was about to explain, but Xiao Yuenu's next words made her speechless, "I'm talking about Xu Qi 'an."
Rongrong said in a small voice, "That's not it. I just admire and admire him. That's why I'm worried about him."
Admiration didn't discriminate between men and women.
For example, Black Pavilion's Young Master Liu, who had a good relationship with her, also admired Xu Yinluo.
Xiao Yuenu nodded, "That young master in white robes has a mysterious background. His two retainers are very strong, even in the Jian Province. He hasn't shown his strength, but I don't think he's weak. "
Rongrong was worried, "I can feel that many people are tempted by those magic tools. I'm afraid that Xu Yinluo will be in danger tomorrow. "
"It's unavoidable to provoke such a strong and rich enemy. However, Xu Yinluo isn't weak either, and he has the Vajra Divine Art to protect him. He might not be a match for those two retainers, but he should be able to escape. "Xiao Yuenu comforted.
It would be good if he could stay alive.
…
After dusk, in a small town's inn.
Chou Qian, dressed in a white robe and a jade belt, stood by the window with his hands behind his back. Two huge men sat by the table. One was silent, while the other advised, "Young Master, you'll ruin the plan. This is not allowed."
Chou Qian sneered, "You should know my situation. Doing nothing will only make things more difficult for me. However, if I can capture Xu Qi 'an and bring him back, I'll be able to protect him. "
"All threats and covetous eyes will vanish, and no one will be able to shake my position."
The Left Emissary continued to advise, "A person with great luck will always turn misfortune into fortune. Even that person can only let nature take its course. Otherwise, he would be long dead. Why would he need your help? "
Chou Qian frowned, slightly displeased, "Luck isn't omnipotent. Otherwise, why would anyone cultivate? They'd be competing for luck. "
He turned his head and looked at the setting sun in the west. He clicked his tongue, "Looks like I've underestimated him. He didn't take the bait. Hmm, it could be that his companions stopped him."
Just as he was speaking, there was a knock on the door to the guest room.
Chou Qian frowned and turned around. He saw a handsome young man standing outside the door with a saber hanging from his waist. His cold gaze swept across the three of them.
Seeing this guy who was obviously in disguise, Chou Qian's face revealed a sinister smile, "Xu Qi 'an!"
"That's me!" Xu Qi 'an nodded and gave an affirmative answer.
"So you've come."
Chou Qian revealed a smile as if his plan had succeeded, "I've analyzed your personality. You're impulsive and strong, and you can't stand for anything. I openly provoked you in town and killed that Earth Sect disciple. Given your personality, you definitely won't tolerate it. "
"I guessed it." Xu Qi 'an nodded and gave an affirmative answer again.
"Then did you guess that the Earth Sect's demonized daoist priests and Duke Huai's secret agents have already surrounded the entire inn?" Chou Qian's smile was filled with confidence.
"A senior once told me that everyone has a weakness in their personality. As long as you can grasp it, you can kill them in one strike."
A few tyrannical auras approached, closing in on the inn.
Chou Qian's smile grew even wider.
"You've indeed grasped the weakness in my personality."
The expressionless Xu Qi 'an smiled coldly, "You think you're smart."
As soon as he finished speaking, a figure in white suddenly appeared in the room. He chanted in a low voice, "When the sea ends, the heavens make the shore. When the technique reaches the peak, I am the peak."
He stepped down, and the ground lit up with formation patterns that quickly covered the entire guest room.
In the next moment, everyone present disappeared.
