Zhou Yang smiled and walked to Wan Yanjing. Then, he held Wan Yanjing's hand.
"Senior, I didn't come here for the position of Sword Master. Therefore, I won't choose either of the two swords …"
"What!"
His words stirred up a commotion. Everyone's jaws dropped in disbelief.
Giving up the position of Sword Master …
What was he doing here if not for the position of Sword Master? Wasn't he a fool …
"You don't want the position of Sword Master?" The old peak master was confused.
"Yes, Senior. The rule of the Battle of Ascension is that the one who reaches the peak can choose to become Sword Master. At the same time, he can request the sect to fulfill a request. As long as the sect can do it, it must be done, right?" Zhou Yang asked.
The old peak master nodded, "Yes. Could it be that you chose the second reward and want the Tiangang Sword Sect to fulfill a request of yours?"
"That's right. That's why I came here," Zhou Yang replied.
"Then what is your request? As long as the sect can do it, it will be fulfilled." The old peak master nodded.
Zhou Yang turned around and looked at Wanyan Jing.
Wanyan Jing froze, her eyes filled with disbelief. At that moment, she could clearly hear her own heartbeat.
Could it really be …
The more she thought about it, the more she felt like her heart was about to jump out.
Giving up the position of Sword Master for her own Battle of Ascension …
"Senior, my request is for you to personally send my friend Wanyan Jing back to the Nanman Kingdom royal family!"
"Hiss …"
Everyone sucked in a breath of cold air.
Giving up the position of Sword Master for a friend …
Before this, they thought of all sorts of requests that Zhou Yang would make, but none of them expected it to be like this.
Was it really worth it to give up the position of Sword Master for a friend, even if it was a Dao companion?
In this world where martial arts were respected, strength was everything. There were many people who would give up everything for strength. How could there be such a person?
For a friend, a friend from the Nanman Kingdom, he gave up the position of Sword Master and the power that only Sword Master could wield …
Wanyan Jing's face was already teary. Her hand that was held by Zhou Yang was trembling slightly.
Having been in the Tiangang Sword Sect for so long, he knew what Sword Master meant. It was a title that only true geniuses would have. Even the princes of the royal family would come here to obtain this identity. Countless people would risk their lives for this identity.
Yet, this man gave up the position of Sword Master for his own safety.
"Zhou Yang, are you sure you want to do this?"
The old Peak Master also looked at Zhou Yang in astonishment.
"Senior, I wonder if the sect can satisfy my request?"
"Of course. As long as you're sure, I'll immediately escort this girl back to the Nanman Kingdom," said the old Peak Master while stroking his beard.
"Then I'll have to trouble Senior."
Zhou Yang smiled and looked at Wanyan Jing. "After this, don't come back."
"But …" Wanyan Jing cried.
"What are you crying for? It's just a temporary separation. The world is so big, and there are more than just the three great nations. Perhaps we will meet again."
"But … but I will miss you."
Wanyan Jing lowered her head after she finished speaking. She had used up all her courage to say these words.
"Don't forget that there is still a connection between us."
Speaking of this, Wanyan Jing couldn't help but look at his chest. Then, he smiled. That's right, it wasn't that he didn't have any connection with this man. The Hundred Flower Seal belonged to him and her.
"By the way, I'll return this to you. Cultivate well."
With that, Zhou Yang handed the Tricolor Arrow that he had taken from Wanyan Jing back to Wanyan Jing.
Wanyan Jing was stunned. She had risked her life to come to the Tiangang Sword Sect so that she could wait for Zhou Yang and take back the Tricolor Arrow.
But now that the treasure was about to return to her, she didn't want it anymore.
"I know that this is very important to you. Take it back and cultivate well."
"Okay!"
After a while, Wanyan Jing nodded heavily. She knew that she had to become stronger if she wanted to see the person in front of her again.
"Senior, I'll leave it to you."
Zhou Yang let go of Wanyan Jing's hand.
"Don't worry. As long as I'm alive, this girl will be fine."
With that, the old Peak Master waved his hand and a hurricane swept Wanyan Jing and Zhou Yang away.
Phew …
Zhou Yang heaved a sigh of relief.
"Is this how you atone for your sins?"
After a while, the Third Prince looked at Zhou Yang with a smile.
"You've misunderstood. The reason why I started the Battle of Ascending to the Summit was never for the position of Sword Master. If you take it as me compromising to you, then you're gravely mistaken. The position of Sword Master will definitely be mine."
The Third Prince shook his head, "You're giving up the Sword Master's position for a woman. Do you think I'll believe that? But even if you do atone for your sins, you'll only be able to live for a month."
With that, the Third Prince's face darkened. He turned around and left. Zhou Aotian followed closely behind him. Only Nangong Ying stayed.
"Is there anything else?" Zhou Yang asked Nangong Ying.
"Hmph, Zhou Yang, the Battle of Ascending to the Peak has ended, but the rules you broke will not be forgiven just because of this. I am here to escort you back to Morning Sun Peak. Let's go." Nangong Ying said coldly.
"Zhou Yang is a disciple of Chong Sword Peak. Even if he broke the rules, it's none of Sun Rise Peak's business." Elder Lie was unhappy.
"Elder Lie, I, Nangong Ying, never speak without thinking. Elder Lian, who is in charge of Sky Sword Peak's rules, is at Sun Rise Peak. If you're worried, you can follow me to Sun Rise Peak." Nangong Ying smiled.
"Alright, I'll go with you."
With that, Elder Lie looked at Zhou Yang. Zhou Yang nodded and everyone went to Sun Rise Peak.
Sun Rise Peak, in the highest hall.
Sitting on the main seat was Sun Rise Peak Leader, Yu Guihai!
Below him sat dozens of Elders. They were the Sword-Bearing Elders and Guardian Elders from Sky Sword Peak and Sun Rise Peak.
"Elder Lie, you came at the right time. Your disciple, Zhou Yang, has broken the rules. We're discussing his punishment." Elder Lian stood up and said solemnly.
"Hmph, I'd like to know what rules Zhou Yang has broken."
With that, Elder Lie sat on the chair.
"Zhou Yang, do you know your crime!"
Suddenly, Yu Guihai roared angrily.
"What crime have I committed?" Zhou Yang said coldly.
"How dare you. You've broken at least ten rules. How dare you ask us what crime have I committed?" Elder Lian was furious. After a while, he took out a booklet.
"Let me ask you. What's your relationship with the Nanman Kingdom's princess, Wanyan Jing?"
"We're friends." Zhou Yang smiled.
"Friends? Who would believe you to give up your position as Sword Master for a friend? "
"Those who believe will naturally believe it. A selfish person like you won't understand," Zhou Yang said sarcastically.
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