It didn't matter how humble Fan Xiuwen's tone was or how respectful he was.
However, anyone with half a brain would be able to tell that there was a hint of threat in his words. Indeed, the Evil Sky Pavilion's strength was terrifying. Whether it was Lu Zhou, his nine disciples, or Yu Zhenghai and Yu Shangrong, no one dared to underestimate the Evil Sky Pavilion.
What gave Fan Xiuwen the confidence to say that the Evil Sky Pavilion would no longer interfere with the Imperial family's affairs?
What did that mean?
Fan Xiuwen rose to his feet and cupped his hands together as he said, "Since you know who I am, why do you have to make things difficult for me? The name Leng Luo had disappeared three hundred years ago. It's the same for all the past grudges … Senior is older than me, so I should address you as my elder brother. The name on the Black List isn't something to brag about. Instead, it has become a stain on my life that can never be erased. "
His words were filled with righteousness and righteousness.
The listeners felt their scalps go numb.
The person who used to be number one on the blacklist and had done all kinds of evil deeds suddenly wanted to cut off all ties with his past. Wasn't it funny?
Fan Xiuwen continued, "As for threatening us … the Shadow Knights wouldn't dare to do so. The Black Knights were only following the orders of the palace and bringing the message. If Senior refuses, there's nothing I can do. "
The hall fell into silence once more.
Mingshi Yin snorted and said, "Since you know you'll be rejected, aren't you just wasting your breath?"
Duanmu Sheng said frankly,
"You want the Evil Sky Pavilion to stay out of the palace's affairs … Based on your logic, if I agree to your request, I'll have to endure it if someone from the palace slashes at me in the future?"
"…"
"Fifth Junior Sister Zhao Yue's cultivation was sealed by the people in the palace, and she was sent to the Holy Altar for a marriage alliance. Who is going to take responsibility? Who is going to explain the massacre of the Fish Dragon Village? "
The others glanced at Duanmu Sheng.
He did not expect Duanmu Sheng, who was usually not good with words, to be able to say such beautiful words.
Everyone was shocked.
Lu Zhou stroked his beard and said, "Leng Luo … did you hear me?"
In other words, he chose to acknowledge the words of his disciples.
This also boosted the confidence of his disciples.
In the past, it was almost impossible for something like this to happen. If one were to speak carelessly, they might get into trouble.
Fan Xiuwen cupped his hands and said,
"I can't go against the edict of the palace … Old senior, there's no need to lower yourself to the same level as the palace."
"No, you don't understand."
Lu Zhou stood up and descended the steps with his hands on his back.
This simple action caused Fan Xiuwen to stand up as well.
The other four subordinates were also a little worried.
Rumor had it that Ji Tiandao was a hot-tempered and temperamental demon who would start a fight at the slightest disagreement.
"Was the Black Knights responsible for the massacre of the Fish Dragon Village?" Lu Zhou finally asked.
He stared at Fan Xiuwen with his deep and aged eyes.
With the killing blow in his hand, he waited for the answer.
This question resounded throughout the hall.
Ye Tianxin's eyes widened when she heard this question. She stared incredulously at her master and Fan Xiuwen, who was standing opposite her.
Is there really more to what happened in the Fish Dragon Village?
For some reason, Ye Tianxin's heart suddenly beat faster.
The air became dry and stifling …
Fan Xiuwen did not answer Lu Zhou's question directly. Instead, he said, "How can the Other Tribes have a foothold in Great Yan? There are too many outsiders in Measure Heaven River. "
After saying this, he subconsciously glanced at Ye Tianxin.
Fan Xiuwen had indirectly admitted to it.
He was an intelligent person. He knew it was meaningless to argue or deny the truth under such circumstances.
If there were no sufficient reason and evidence, the Evil Sky Pavilion would not have summoned him here.
This answer made everyone look at each other in dismay.
"You're the one who tampered with the palace and local records?"
"It was me."
Fan Xiuwen did not deny it. Instead, he continued to say, "There aren't many people who have access to the palace records … Old senior, do you have spies in the palace as well?"
Lu Zhou turned around and ignored Fan Xiuwen's question. "So, you're the one who's slandering me?"
Ji Tiandao had committed many evil deeds in his life. The evil deeds committed by his nine disciples were often blamed on him by the cultivation world.
As time went by, he became notorious.
Those with ulterior motives would seize the opportunity to frame Ji Tiandao. It did not matter if he committed one more evil deed or one less evil deed. There were so many things that he couldn't be bothered to explain them one by one.
Alas …
Lu Zhou would not do that.
When Fan Xiuwen heard this, he said loudly, "The Black Knights only obey orders! He's not the mastermind … Moreover, from what I know, the Evil Sky Pavilion's sixth disciple is a traitor! Elder, why do you have to go against the palace for a mere traitor? "
As soon as he finished speaking.
Ye Tianxin forced herself to stand up. With the body of an ordinary person, she grabbed the sword in the hand of the Derived Moon Palace's female cultivator.
Zeng!
A cold light streaked across the blade.
Ye Tianxin raised her sword and thrust it at Fan Xiuwen.
Bang!
Fan Xiuwen did not move.
With his hands behind his back, he looked like a stone statue.
The sword cracked and fell to the ground.
Everyone was shocked.
Ye Tianxin's eyes reddened, and she said indignantly, "Who is the mastermind … Who is it?"
Hu!
Fan Xiuwen released a weak energy from his body and pushed Ye Tianxin back.
"Old Senior Ji … The Black Knights don't want to make an enemy out of the Evil Sky Pavilion. I have answered all the questions you wanted to ask. As for the mastermind … forgive me for not being able to tell you … I have already brought the message from the palace. Senior, please make your choice … "
With that, he turned around.
He walked out of the Evil Sky Pavilion.
The other four rose to their feet and cupped their fists together.
After taking two steps, Fan Xiuwen stopped and said, "However … I have two suggestions for you, old senior. First, it's best not to go against the palace. Ten years will pass in the blink of an eye. Second, although the Black Knights are not as strong as the Evil Sky Pavilion, we're not pushovers. Farewell. "
Ever since the five Black Knights ascended the mountain, they had been suppressed by the Evil Sky Pavilion. The Black Knights had never been treated like this before.
They did not care about their dignity, face, or attitude.
Fan Xiuwen had lowered his stance to the lowest.
Fan Xiuwen's last few words made his four subordinates feel refreshed. The pent-up frustration in their chests seemed to have dissipated. The Evil Sky Pavilion was indeed powerful, but the Black Knights were not pushovers.
However …
Before the five of them could walk out of the hall …
Lu Zhou stroked his beard and said, "Did I say you can leave?"
"Hm?"
Fan Xiuwen stopped in his tracks.
His heart skipped a beat.
"I didn't ask you to come … I didn't intend to let you leave." Lu Zhou waved his hand.
Duanmu Sheng and Mingshi Yin had long since found him an eyesore.
She had thought that her Master Shifu would avoid the confrontation. After all, the Shadow Cavalry came from the palace and was not as arrogant as Zuo Xinchan.
But she didn't expect her master to be so stubborn!
Swish, swish.
Mingshi Yin and Duanmu Sheng flew out! It landed outside the main hall.
Fan Xiuwen slowly turned around and said, "Are you really going to do this for a mere traitor?"
Lu Zhou said indifferently,
"I will naturally punish the traitor. It's not up to you to point fingers. Tell me who the mastermind is, and I will leave your corpse intact."
Fan Xiuwen finally understood.
He simply walked back to his original position and cupped his hands, "The Four Dark Riders …"
"Your subordinate is here."
"Since the Evil Sky Pavilion wants to see what the Black Knights are capable of, we'll fulfill their wish."
Buzz!
Buzz!
Four buzzing sounds rang in the air as four golden lotus avatars appeared. Two of them were Three-leaf and two Two-leaf avatars.
The thirty to forty feet tall avatar stood tall in the sky, exuding a strong aura!
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