Snake King was right. The Seven Cultivators of True Virtue was a natural stronghold surrounded by cliffs. There was only one mountain path leading to the Seven Cultivators of True Virtue, and this mountain path was winding and had many dangerous passes. It wasn't an exaggeration to say that one man could hold the pass while ten thousand men couldn't pass!
Not to mention, the Snake Spirit Mountain was full of poisonous miasma. If one came, one would die. The reason why the disciples of the Seven Cultivators of True Virtue weren't poisoned was because they had been taking the sect's special anti-poison pills all year round, so they were completely immune to the poison.
Inside the secret chamber.
Snake King saw that Yin Batian was hesitating and didn't say anything, so he continued to persuade him.
"Senior Brother, although Li Zexuan is in a high position now, I don't believe that Li Li Zexuan would be willing to take the lives of more than ten thousand people just to avenge his personal grudge. If those troops really come for us, we just need to set up ambushes at the various passes. Even if they don't die from the poison, they will be killed by the disciples of the Seven Cultivators of True Virtue! We just need to kill them until Li Zexuan feels heartache and withdraws his troops! "
This guy was getting more and more presumptuous. He even dared to call Li Er by his name. If outsiders heard him, they would definitely sue him for treason.
However, Yin Batian didn't react. Apparently, he had heard similar words many times. At this moment, he silently stared at the stone wall and pondered for a while before saying.
"But if we do that, won't our Seven Cultivators of True Virtue be in complete opposition to the Imperial Court? In the future, the disciples of our Seven Cultivators of True Virtue won't be able to move an inch in Great Tang, and the other righteous sects will also attack us! After all, Junior Brother, your assassination of an Imperial Court official is a big taboo in the martial world! "
"Pfft ~!"
Snake King sneered and said, "Senior Brother, why are you so indecisive today? You only have two choices now. Either you hand me over in exchange for the Imperial Court's forgiveness, or you protect me and fight the Imperial Court to the end! After this incident, we'll go somewhere else and set up another sect! "
After saying this, Snake King paused for a moment and a trace of ridicule flashed on his face.
"As for those righteous sects of the martial world, they're just a bunch of hypocrites! Hasn't our Seven Cultivators of True Virtue always been independent of the martial world? Why do we need to worry about their attitude ~? "
It had to be said that Snake King was extremely arrogant. He did not even take the three great martial arts sects of the Central Plains seriously.
Yin Batian frowned. After pondering for a moment, he finally made up his mind and said, "It's impossible for me to hand over my fellow disciples. Now, we can only fight to the death with the imperial court. If the imperial court is willing to take a step back, then we will take a step back too!"
Snake King smiled and cupped his hands in front of his chest. "Hehe! Thank you for your righteousness, Senior Brother! "
"Hmph! Recuperate well! I'll arrange for a few disciples to gather information at the foot of the mountain! "
Yin Batian was a little unhappy to have encountered such an unexpected calamity. He waved his hand, gave some instructions, and walked out of the secret chamber.
Inside the secret chamber.
Snake King sat down cross-legged again. However, he was no longer in the mood to heal himself. He was thinking about how Li Zexuan was going to lead his troops to besiege Snake Spirit Mountain.
"Hehehe! Little bastard, you better come here personally this time. I'll make sure you die on Snake Spirit Mountain! "
Snake King said viciously. Then, he closed his eyes, calmed his mind, and continued to recuperate!
…
Southeast of Chang 'an City, Dunhua Square.
In a mansion of a wealthy family.
Exquisite pavilions, terraces, and pavilions, secluded and beautiful corridors, as well as large rockery, an ancient stage, and exquisite jade were scattered in picturesque disorder in this enormous courtyard.
Beautiful trees and exotic flowers could be seen. A clear stream zigzagged from the depths of the flowers and flowed under the stone crevices. A few steps further and gradually to the north, it was flat and wide. Buildings on both sides pierced into the air, and the carved sills were hidden between the trees in the col. Looking down, there was a clear stream flowing with snow. Stone pillars pierced through the clouds. White stones formed a railing around the edge of the pool. There were three stone bridges, and the faces of beasts could be seen.
Obviously, this was an extremely wealthy family!
"Granduncle! I heard that yesterday afternoon, the Capital Magistrate sent out a large group of yamen runners. They followed Dugu Xin out of Chang 'an City and headed to Qinling Mountain. They haven't returned to the city yet! "
In the depths of the courtyard, there was an elegant room. There was plenty of sunlight in the room, and there were luxurious furnishings. There were all kinds of beautiful carvings on the window, and there was a half-burned white candle on the table.
In the room, a young man bowed to a white-haired old man who was half-lying on the couch in front of him.
The white-haired old man was like a man on the verge of death. He always looked listless. After a long time, he opened his mouth and asked, "What's the matter?
After a long time, he asked, "So, Li Zexuan has found out about Snake King's background?"
The young man bowed and answered, "Most likely! Ever since the assassination, the imperial court hasn't given up on investigating Snake King. According to our informants, Li Zexuan went to the Capital Magistrate yesterday afternoon. Not long after he left, the Capital Magistrate and Dugu Xin acted at the same time. Therefore, I'm guessing that Li Zexuan most likely has clues about Snake King! "
"Hmph! It's not 80%, it's 100%! "
The white-haired old man narrowed his eyes and snorted coldly. "Such a lousy person can't do anything right, but is good at spoiling things! However, I didn't expect Li Zexuan to be able to find Snake King's whereabouts so quickly. It seems that this kid didn't get to where he is today by luck! "
"Then, Granduncle … What should we do now?"
The young man hesitated for a moment before asking.
"Why? Xuan Ji, are you afraid? Didn't you say that you weren't worried? "
"Please forgive me, Granduncle. I'm not afraid of personal honor or disgrace, but I'm afraid that my plan will bring disaster to the family!"
The young man said with sincerity.
"Haha! Good boy! I didn't misjudge you! "
The white-haired old man laughed loudly. "Xuan Ji, you don't have to worry. Your plan this time is very good. It's just that you used the wrong person! Even if that stupid thing is caught and spits out the truth, there's no evidence. The imperial court has no reason to convict us! Besides, it's still unknown whether the imperial court can catch him alive or not! The Snake Spirit Mountain is not a good place to go! "
"You're so wise, Granduncle! Xuan Ji is impressed! "
The young man heaved a sigh of relief and cupped his hands.
"Hah! Don't flatter me, kid! "
Although the white-haired old man said that, he couldn't hide the smile on his face. He waved his hand and continued.
"Xuanji, although this matter has failed, you have shown Granduncle your wisdom, so don't be discouraged. Think of other ways to get rid of this scourge, Li Zexuan, in the next few days! It's best if you can join forces with the other Lis. There's strength in numbers, after all! Haha! "
"Yes, Granduncle!"
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