Just as the school leaders were about to take action, Altar Master Black Lotus said, "School leaders, do you only care about what's in front of you and not what's behind you?"
"What do you mean?" Liu Changqing said.
"This is my destiny, as well as the destiny of the Hundred Schools of Thought.
"Don't even think about wasting time with words. The Hundred Schools of Thought is protected by a formation. Even if the White Lotus Mother comes personally, she won't be able to break through it easily. "As Liu Changqing said this, his expression suddenly changed.
He took out a formation plate with a dragon and snake coiling around it. The light that originally lingered around it had actually disappeared. The school leaders all knew what this meant. The Dragon and Snake Formation that protected the Hundred Schools of Thought had been broken!
Qian Rongzhi watched as a white lotus grew out of the formation. It swayed gently, pure and beautiful.
The endless pillar of spiritual qi that shot into the sky was immediately cut off. The formation was powerful, but it was also extremely precise. It was like an operating machine. As long as one of the key components had a problem, it would affect the entire thing.
The sky distorted, but it was still blue. However, the fog surrounding the islands of the Hundred Schools of Thought gradually dispersed under the winter sun.
A few fishermen who were fishing on the lake looked at the islands in front of them in surprise. They had long heard that it was the residence of immortals, but this was the first time they had seen it with their own eyes.
"What happened!?" The disciples of the schools walked out of the buildings and looked at the sky. They discussed among themselves, thinking that something had happened to the formation.
Hwa Seung-zan was the first to sense that something was wrong. He said angrily, "Qian Rongzhi, what are you doing!?" When he saw the resplendent white lotus again, his anger turned into disbelief, as well as a hint of fear.
He had long known that Qian Rongzhi was a spy in the White Lotus Sect. However, he never expected that she would really throw herself into it. The White Lotus Sect had long been hated by everyone. It was declining day by day, and its members were in a precarious situation. With her scheming, how could she really be so loyal?
Qian Rongzhi said, "Commander Hua, I'm just a lowly soldier following orders. Why do you have to make things difficult for a weak woman like me? "
Hwa Seung-zan wouldn't listen to her and pounced on her. The most important thing now was to destroy that white lotus. Otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Qian Rongzhi didn't stop him and took a few steps back. Hwa Seung-zan was slightly surprised. From the corner of his eyes, he saw a white figure flashing in the depths of the bamboo forest and appearing in front of him out of thin air.
It was a white-haired old woman. Although her face was full of wrinkles, she looked extremely benevolent. The deep smile lines on her face made her look like she was always smiling. She held a white lotus in her hand, but it was close to withering. He looked into Hwa Seung-zan's eyes. He was also very gentle, as if he was looking at his own grandson.
However, Hwa Seung-zan felt a suffocating pressure. He made a turn in the air and leaped backward. Before he knew it, a few men and women stood behind him. Standing behind him were men and women, young and old, but they all had smiles on their faces.
It was not a sneer, nor was it a fake, fake smile. Instead, it was joy from the bottom of their hearts. It was as if all the sunlight and white clouds in the world were so delightful.
Coldness poured down from the top of his head to the bottom of his feet. Apart from the white-haired old woman, he was familiar with all of them. Every single one of them possessed astronomical amounts of merit in the Hawkwolf Guard. The remaining Altar Lords of the White Lotus Sect were all gathered here.
Qian Rongzhi bowed politely. "Disciple Qian Rongzhi greets the holy mother and greets the Altar Lords."
Hwa Seung-zan was shocked. Sure enough, the old woman was the White Lotus Mother. However, according to the rumours, wasn't she a middle-aged woman?
"Stand up. There's no need to be so formal. I still have to thank you for opening the door for me. You've taken quite the risk."
"Sharing the holy mother's burden is my duty."
"Who is he?"
"He's Hwa Seung-zan, a Scarlet Wolf commander. He's always been trusted by Gu Yanying."
Only when she heard Gu Yanying's name did the White Lotus Mother carefully study Hwa Seung-zan. "He really is a rare handsome man. If I were a little younger, I would probably be tempted too. Following that Gu Yanying who doesn't understand the true meaning of life is like casting pearls before swine."
Hwa Seung-zan knew he probably would not be spared this time. He smiled. "Unfortunately, I don't like old women."
"Really? What do you think about this then? " The White Lotus Mother heard that, but she was not angered. Her body underwent a startling change. The wrinkles on her face flattened bit by bit, and her shrivelled lips gradually reddened. Her white hair turned black, and her skin became as white as snow. In the blink of an eye, she had turned into a beautiful young lady. The white lotus in her hand regained its vitality, returning to a state where it was on the verge of blooming.
The White Lotus Mother said with a clear voice that resembled the cry of an oriole, "I might seem a little old at times, but I'm still a person after all. Is he on the list too?"
Qian Rongzhi said, "He is!"
"Then take him back and teach him a lesson so that he can become a member of the White Lotus Sect!"
Before he could even see what the White Lotus Mother had done, Hwa Seung-zan collapsed on the ground without putting up any resistance. Although he was conscious, he could not move a single finger, nor could he use a single strand of true qi.
For some reason, a thought rose up in his head, Is this the difference between us?
The White Lotus Mother left behind an Altar Lord to watch over the formations before directly making her way to Contention island. The other Altar Lords led their followers to the various islands of the various clans to gather resources and search for the people on the "list".
The list came from Qian Rongzhi. It recorded the talented disciples of the various clans.
The White Lotus Sect had clashed with the Hawkwolf Guard time and time again, resulting in heavy casualties among their disciples. Moreover, they had been labelled as a "cult", so they were suppressed from all sides. Their lineage had basically been severed. The plan this time was to deal with this problem.
The "list" would replenish the White Lotus Sect with new blood, especially for tenth layer Qi Practitioners like Hwa Seung-zan. As long as they taught him a lesson, producing a few more Altar Lords would not be difficult at all.
As for those who were not on the "list", they would all be cleansed of their sins and reborn in paradise.
Among the Hundred Schools of Thought, the school leaders who were the most skilled in battle had all gone to hunt down Altar Lord Black Lotus, so how could the remaining people be the White Lotus Mother's opponent? The outcome of this battle had been determined right from the beginning.
After listening to Altar Lord Black Lotus's words on Ancient Wind city, the various school leaders were all shocked. To the Hundred Schools of Thought, the most important thing was these outstanding disciples that they had carefully selected and nurtured slowly.
Once they suffered losses, the entire Clear River prefecture would suffer a heavy blow. Even more terrifyingly, it was very likely for these people to become enemies in the future. It was rumored that the White Lotus Mother could forcefully instill the teachings of her teachings into the minds of cultivators, turning them into her allies.
Wang Pushi finally understood where the greatest flaw in his plan was. If Qian Rongzhi really did meet the White Lotus Mother, then she would definitely be instilled with the teachings of her teachings. She would no longer have to consider the pros and cons. Even if she had to die for the White Lotus Mother, she would not hesitate. The Altar Lord before him was a living example.
Altar Lord Black Lotus said, "Do you want to go back and save them, or do you want to stay here and kill me? I hope you can all make up your minds soon. Being hesitant is not a wise person."
"I'll kill you first, you wretched spawn!" The One Thought master let out a lion's roar. His staff shone with golden light, striking down at Black Lotus.
In the courtyard within the bamboo forest, Hwa Seung-zan moved his lips with difficulty. He looked at Qian Rongzhi in confusion. "Why are you doing this? Don't tell me the White Lotus Sect is actually controlling your thoughts? "
"I've already said that I have no choice." Qian Rongzhi sighed. If it were possible, she would rather seek out fortuitous encounters and increase her strength bit by bit, rather than become embroiled in a dangerous conflict like this. It was not that easy to strike a balance between both sides. No matter how resourceful a measly Qi Practitioner was, they still needed some luck to survive. However, she had always only gambled on situations where she was guaranteed to win. What she hated the most was luck.
Now that she had done everything she could, all she could do was await the judgment of fate, as she was no longer a chess player this time, but a chess piece. Moreover, she was a chess piece that both sides were moving. There was no need for outsiders to explain the dangers and helplessness involved.
Now, all she could do was wait for the other chess player to appear.
A white boot stomped heavily on the lotus, even crushing it forcefully. The white lotus that even heavenly lightning struggled to shake was immediately reduced to mud and dust.
The boot was embroidered with exquisite silver threads, twisting into a profound inscription. Hwa Seung-zan could tell with a single glance that it was an arcane artifact as he collapsed on the ground. He did his best to look up.
He wore elegant white clothes with wings embroidered on it. Under the slanted sunlight, the person's face seemed rather blurry, but the smile at the corner of his lips would always remain clear and deep.
Qian Rongzhi immediately stood up and bowed towards the owner of the boot rather tiredly. "I am Qian Rongzhi. I have been waiting for the great commander for quite some time now."
Hwa Seung-zan came to a realisation. So that's why! After Qian Rongzhi completed her trial mission, he followed the rules and took her to the Ruyi commandery to see this person. They had a private conversation before. The reason for all of this probably originated from this!
The expression of the Altar Lord of the White Lotus Sect who remained behind changed drastically. Every single disciple of the White Lotus Sect was far too familiar with this figure. She was basically no weaker than the White Lotus Mother. He immediately used an escape technique, and in the blink of an eye, he had already travelled several hundred meters away, leaving the formation far behind.
The jade folding fan suddenly opened up, and she waved her hand casually.
The Altar Lord felt a gentle breeze brush past him. He called out, "Holy mother, go!" His body suddenly split in half.
The bamboo forest fell silent for a while before snapping in the middle with a rustle. Looking down from above, a neat fan had suddenly appeared in the sea of trees on Cloudwisp island.
"White Lotus, checkmate!"
"Gu Yanying!"
The White Lotus Mother suddenly looked back. Light surged into the air on Cloudwisp island, and the Formation of Dragons and Snakes began to operate again. She had broken through the formation, but she was now trapped in the formation.
What was going on? Just where had she gone wrong? It was impossible for Qian Rongzhi, who had been instilled with her teachings, to betray her!
Gu Yanying patted Qian Rongzhi's shoulder as a form of praise. It was truly rare for a Qi Practitioner to remain true to themselves under the White Lotus Mother's Heart Cleansing Technique of Clear Ripple. She obviously had to make use of such a rare opportunity.
Before she knew it, a group of cultivators in white had appeared in the bamboo forest. They stood behind her silently, awaiting her orders.
She pressed her fingers together like a blade and swung them gently.
"Yes, sir!"
The gentle breeze rustled the lotus flowers.
Ancient Wind city was in ruins. The estate of the Qian family had already been reduced to dust.
Only the pond where the black lotus was planted remained the same. Carp swam leisurely in it, reflecting Li Qingshan's frowning face as he sank into his thoughts.
Li Qingshan stood beside the pond, filled with many thoughts.
The affairs of the world were like a game of chess. No one could grasp them. (To be continued) rq
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