The gates of God-gathering Heights were wide open due to the upcoming wedding. However, only a few of the guards were from God-gathering Heights. Most of the guards were Moon Village disciples in white robes.
The snow at the gates had been swept aside and piled under the plum tree, making the red look even brighter. Redline Lady and Holy Hunchback of the Wastelands were stunned to see Mengqi holding his saber in his left hand and his aqua blue Taoist robe swaying slightly as he walked slowly towards the main gate.
Wasn't he supposed to sneak in and look for Miss Huangfu?
Why did he enter the Heights from the main gate right in front of the guards?
Was he going to start a massacre and let the plum blossoms bloom all over God-gathering Heights? However, the wedding procession was not far away. They would arrive after going around the hill on the other side. There was at least one Protector among them!
Dressed in a Taoist robe with a silk sash around his waist and hemp shoes on his feet, he held his saber in his left hand. He had a handsome face and a relaxed posture. This was the first impression the Moon Village disciples had of the approaching Taoist.
"Why are you here?" one of the disciples asked loudly.
Mengqi smiled. "I'm a friend of heightslord Huangfu. I heard that Miss Huangfu is getting married, so I'm here to attend the ceremony."
He spoke openly, without the slightest hint of guilt for letting plum blossoms bloom on the snowy ground along the way.
For some reason, looking at such an elegant Daoist and experiencing his magnanimity, the disciple of Moon Village suddenly felt that he was trustworthy. He was as trustworthy as the sword in his hand and his biological parents.
"Please." He stepped aside and allowed Mengqi to enter.
Redline Lady and Holy Hunchback of the Wastelands bit their red lips and opened their mouths. He was allowed to enter just because he said a few words?
If it was so easy, why did they have to think so hard about how to sneak in?
Could it be a profound Taoist technique?
They followed behind Mengqi, feeling slightly uneasy and uneasy. Not to mention that they were here to stop the marriage, the Moon Village disciples who had fallen earlier were enough to make them feel uneasy. They were not like Taoist Qingyuan, who was carefree as if he had just randomly picked a few plum blossoms the night before and did not care at all.
After passing through the gate, Mengqi's calm and relaxed attitude made the guards feel that it was natural for him to appear here. There was nothing strange about it, so no one questioned him and he walked all the way to the main hall.
Because this was a wedding ceremony, not a formal ceremony, and the guests had been "selected", so the relatives and friends who were willing to stand up for God-gathering Heights were not allowed to appear. Therefore, the hall was sparsely populated, with only a few dozen people making up the numbers. The atmosphere was a little awkward. They formed small circles and whispered to each other, as if the end of the rich and powerful families was coming.
Suddenly, someone stopped talking and looked at the door. They saw two men and a woman walking in slowly. The person in the lead was a young Daoist priest. His appearance was delicate and handsome, and the two people behind him were …
"Isn't … isn't that Redline Lady and Hunchback Beyond the Great Wall?" someone blurted out in horror.
The two of them were rather famous in the pugilistic world. Furthermore, they had publicly declared that they would destroy the marriage alliance and save Miss Huangfu. They originally believed that Moon Village would do their best to prevent them from appearing, but who knew that they would swagger in!
Everyone looked at Redline Lady and the Holy Hunchback Beyond the Great Wall in astonishment. They had no idea what was going on.
Had they given in?
Or had they broken through the Moon Village's blockade?
Someone was about to ask when they suddenly realized that something was wrong. Redline Lady and Hunchback Beyond the Great Wall were quietly following the young Daoist priest in front of them. They did not look like leaders, but more like helpers!
"Who is this young Daoist priest?"
"Could he be someone with a sense of morality?"
"The Immeasurable Immortal hasn't arrived yet!"
Whispers could be heard. In the midst of their bewilderment, they watched as Mengqi and the others passed through the hall and went straight to the back.
"Halt!" A few people, both men and women, stood in the wide courtyard. None of them were old. They were dressed in the green clothing of God-gathering Heights and carried long spears made of black iron. The one standing in front of Mengqi and the others was a stalwart young man with a full forehead and a straight nose.
Before Mengqi could speak, Redline Lady said hurriedly, "We're here to see Miss Huangfu."
"The wedding is just around the corner. How can the bride meet anyone?" The young man with a full forehead stopped her coldly.
Redline Lady was furious. She pointed at the young man and said, "You, you, Zhong Ning! Senior Huangfu didn't care about your lowly background and took you in as a disciple. How dare you seek refuge with the Moon Village and help outsiders watch over Miss Huangfu!"
This man was Huangfu Tao's seventh disciple, Zhong Ning.
Zhong Ning was slightly annoyed. "Redline Lady, this marriage is beneficial to both parties. We made this decision for the sake of God-gathering Heights' thousand-year foundation. Do you want to see God-gathering Heights destroyed by Master Xiyue?"
Redline Lady was furious. She was about to scold him when she saw Mengqi raise his hand and gently press down on her. She forced herself to hold back.
Zhong Ning was surprised that someone could stop Redline Lady's fiery temper. Then, he saw Mengqi say with a smile, "Donor Zhong, I, Qingyuan, am a friend of heightslord Huangfu. I've achieved great success in bladesmanship under his guidance. Now that heightslord Huangfu is missing and Miss Huangfu is suddenly married, I have to meet him and ask him about it. Otherwise, I won't feel at ease."
His words were indifferent, but they contained an undeniable force. It seemed that no one could stop him from entering.
"Taoist Qingyuan, how can you meet the bride in private before the ceremony?" Zhong Ning did not back down. Since he had sought refuge with the Moon Village, he had to fulfill his duty.
Mengqi slowly held the hilt with his right hand and said without anger, "If that's the case, I will discipline your disciple on behalf of Heightslord Huangfu."
Zhong Ning's anger surged. He did not feel the subtlety of Meng Qi's saber drawing at all. His right hand gripped the saber hilt as if he was repeating the same movement in an instant. Compared to walking the same distance with each step, it was even more mysterious. It was a sign of his superb control over his body, genuine Qi, and bladesmanship.
"Get out!" Zhong Ning shouted angrily. He struck with his spear as if he was whipping it. It contained five layers of changes, and there was a hint of the fierceness of thunder.
The light of the saber lit up, and a silvery thread froze in his pupils. He almost failed to capture the momentum of the saber. He only felt that his opponent's long saber was slashing at him along the shaft of his spear.
At this moment, his heart was in turmoil, as if he was in front of his master. In the past, he had lost count of how many times he had been attacked by such a lightning-fast strike!
He raised his spear to block the saber light, but he suddenly felt that his opponent's saber was empty.
"Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh!" Seven silvery bolts of lightning flashed in his eyes.
The disciples beside him felt the same. They only felt that the handsome Taoist had struck seven times in the span of a breath.
"Clang!" Mengqi sheathed his saber and walked directly toward Zhong Ning.
A layer of sweat appeared on Zhong Ning's forehead. Strands of black hair floated down in front of him. One, two … seven strands, exactly the same.
His back was drenched in sweat, and his legs were trembling. He wanted to stop Mengqi, but he could not extend his iron spear no matter how hard he tried. It was as if a nightmare was weighing on him. He could only watch as the carefree Taoist walked past him.
He saw that the guests had followed him out, and he also saw the shock on their faces.
Mengqi led Redline Lady and Hunchback Beyond the Great Wall through the patio to the door.
Inside the room, Huangfu Fei was beautiful and elegant. She wore a red robe, a phoenix coronet, and a red cape. She sat on the edge of the bed with tears in her eyes.
Lady Huangfu was dignified and beautiful. She had a mature temperament and was not considered old. She was like a ripe fruit, but her black hair was mixed with strands of silver. It was obvious that the torment of the past few days had caused her hair to turn gray.
Looking at her daughter, she burst into tears. "I have no choice, but I can't just watch your father's efforts go to waste and his family die, can I?"
Huangfu Fei's voice drifted as if it came from the underworld. "Mother, you don't have to say anything. I understand."
There was only power and strength in the world. How could there be justice and justice?
To maintain the God-gathering Heights, one could only rely on oneself and sacrifice oneself!
The mother and daughter looked at each other in silence, tears streaming down their cheeks.
Just then, a gust of cold wind blew in, causing them to shiver. They turned their heads in shock and saw an extremely good-looking Taoist enter with a saber in hand. There was no murderous intent about him at all. He was carefree and unfettered.
He said directly, "I believe that when there is injustice on the road, there will always be a way out!"
It was as if he had seen through Huangfu Fei's soul and answered her question just now. His words set off a storm in her heart.
Before the mother and daughter could speak, Mengqi bowed slightly. "I am Qingyuan. I have received advice from heightslord Huangfu. I have come to help you today. As long as Miss Huangfu says the word, the Moon Village will not be able to marry you!"
"Redline Lady is weak, but I am willing to go through fire and water, even if my bones are crushed!" Redline Lady was determined.
Hunchback Beyond the Great Wall bowed solemnly. "Madam Huangfu, Miss Huangfu, although the Moon Village is strong, there are always people who are not afraid of death! This old hunchback's back may be bent physically, but not mentally! "
A gust of wind blew, and the door closed automatically, isolating the inside from the outside.
Huangfu Fei's beautiful eyes became misty again, blurring her vision. There were still heroes in Jianghu, and there was still justice!
She took a deep breath. "I understand your intentions, but what can I do even if I am unwilling? God-gathering Heights is my father's blood, sweat, and tears. He wants to pass it down for a thousand years. How can I let it end in my hands? "
"Enduring humiliation may not be of any use." Mengqi's words were like swords, stabbing Huangfu Fei's heart.
He said calmly, "May I ask, Madam Huangfu, Miss Huangfu, what is the legacy of God-gathering Heights?"
"It is the Heavenly Night Spear Art and the Five Thunder Skill," Huangfu Fei answered honestly, intimidated by his imposing manner.
"What does that have to do with God-gathering Heights? Can't they be taken away? " Mengqi's voice grew stern. "The core of a martial arts sect is the legacy of supreme arts and the flourishing of talents. What does that have to do with fields and farms? If you have the strength of the Exterior, can't you build another God-gathering Heights without this one? "
Huangfu Fei's back slowly stopped, her eyes shining with a strange light.
"Those of us who are interested in Kung Fu must understand one thing. Other than supreme arts and companions who can help each other, everything else is ephemeral because we can get it again at any time. Thousands of acres of fertile land, tens of thousands of buildings, white jade for the halls, gold for the pavilions, hordes of servants, and five cauldrons to cook for us. We can enjoy it, but we can't be addicted to it, nor can we be tied down.
"Even if we lose these things today, we can always get them back when we succeed in the future. We don't mind these worldly possessions, and we don't feel discouraged if we lose them. We can get them if we want them, and we can throw them away if we want them!
"Only by letting go of God-gathering Heights can we not lose ourselves, nor be threatened, and pass on the supreme arts!
"Heightslord Huangfu was born in poverty, and he had to go through all kinds of hardships to build his foundation. Can't you do the same?"
Huangfu Fei and Madam Huangfu's eyes grew brighter and brighter as Mengqi continued to ask questions.
"Unless you can't live without glory, splendor, and a peaceful life?" Mengqi snapped.
Huangfu Fei took another breath, seeming to be tempted. However, she was born and raised here. If she wanted to give it up, she would have to struggle internally.
Meng Qi's voice became gentle. "Have you forgotten about your Eldest Senior Brother? Have you forgotten about our vows of undying love?"
Redline Lady had told Mengqi before that Huangfu Fei and He Canshang, the eldest disciple of God-gathering Heights, were in love with each other. After asking for a marriage in the Moon Village, He Canshang escaped death, and his whereabouts were unknown.
Huangfu Fei blushed. Her eyes were soft, as if she was about to make up her mind.
Just then, there was a commotion outside. The wedding procession had arrived.
Huangfu Fei and Madam Huangfu's expressions changed drastically, and they felt uneasy.
Mengqi patted the hilt of his saber and smiled. "Madam Huangfu, Miss Huangfu, I know this is a difficult decision, so I hope you will think it through and not regret it in the future. I will go out and stop the people outside."
"Don't worry, no one will be able to enter during this time!"
His tone was leisurely, but he was full of confidence.
Seeing him open the door with his saber and walk out, his Taoist robe flowing elegantly, Huangfu Fei was dazed for a moment. She was already tempted, so she looked at Madam Huangfu.
…
Wen Hengshui was wearing the groom's robe. He walked into the hall with Green-blood Dragon King, Red-eyebrowed Saber King, and other masters. He saw the guests with strange expressions.
However, he didn't care. Who could stop them except for the Exterior masters?
Out of the hall and into the courtyard, Wen Hengshui's eyes narrowed. He saw a handsome Taoist standing with a saber, admiring the red plum blossoms and white snow in the corner.
Mengqi flicked the lapel of his Taoist robe and turned to Wen Hengshui.
He smiled and said, "If you want to escort the bride, you have to pass through I first."
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