As her mastery of the Regal Sword Scripture improved, her soul energy became stronger.
Chu Li could see through others but not her thoughts. He could only guess from her subtle expressions and movements.
However, Xiao Qi had always been cold and calm. Even though they were as close as husband and wife, Chu Li could not see through her thoughts.
Chu Li did not take Xiao Qi's words seriously.
No matter how indifferent Xiao Qi was, she was still a woman and her nature could not be eradicated. Relationships were inherently selfish, so it was impossible for her to give her man to another woman. It went against her nature.
Therefore, he did not believe what Xiao Qi said. He tried not to mention Lu Yurong in front of Xiao Qi. After all, there was already a knot in her heart. If he mentioned Lu Yurong again, it would only make Xiao Qi unhappy and hurt her.
Xiao Qi frowned at him.
Chu Li smiled. "Are you going to stay with Big Brother for a while?"
"I'm not going back." Xiao Qi shook her head. "With Sister-in-law around, Big Brother won't be lonely. I'll stay here with Second Eldest Sister."
Chu Li nodded. "Alright then. I'm going to the Li Dynasty. I haven't been back for a long time."
"You're no longer a secret guardian. Are you going back to the Li Dynasty?"
Chu Li asked. "The Holy Church of Light is powerful. I've worked so hard to break into the inner circle. It's a pity to give up. I'll see if I can use the Holy Church to do something."
If he could become a higher-up in the Holy Church of Light, it would be best if he could use the Holy Church's name to do some secret things.
His hatred for the Holy Church of Light was slowly weakening, but he did not have any other feelings. Li Ruolan's death had cut off his relationship with the Holy Church of Light. Now, he was thinking about how to use them to help Xu An fight for the throne.
"Mm, that's true." Xiao Qi nodded. "But it's too dangerous."
Chu Li smiled. "The Holy Church of Light isn't dangerous."
"… Alright." Xiao Qi shook her head. "Don't go for a long time."
"Of course not." Chu Li smiled.
—
In the early morning, he suddenly appeared in his residence in Gale City.
The residence was spotless and a few scribes and maids were busy cleaning.
Through the Omniscient Mirror, Chu Li could see that Gale Branch was also bustling with activity. Chu Li smiled as if his departure did not affect anything. The entire Gale City was very peaceful, and the streets were bustling with people.
He clapped his hands and a maid immediately came in. Her eyes widened when she saw Chu Li. "Master, you're back!"
Chu Li nodded. "Call Kou Qiong over."
"Yes," the maid quickly answered.
Chu Li picked up a book and began to read it carefully. He withdrew the Heavenly Demonic Power and began to circulate the Light Technique again.
After a short while, Kou Qiong walked in with large strides. He wore a grey robe and had a calm expression.
Chu Li put down the scroll and looked at him. "What happened?"
He could see the seriousness in Kou Qiong's calm expression. Something must have happened.
"No … nothing." Kou Qiong quickly shook his head.
Chu Li frowned. "Do you think you can hide it from me?"
"Young Master," Kou Qiong said helplessly, "It's really not a big deal."
Chu Li's face darkened.
Kou Qiong stuttered, "It's … it's just that Young Master's position has been dismissed."
Chu Li scoffed. "Who's exempt?"
"I heard that the Saint personally gave the order." Kou Qiong's voice was extremely soft.
Chu Li remained calm and asked, "Why did she exempt me from being a Branch Leader?"
"The Saint sent someone to assign you an errand, Young Master, but you didn't show up." Kou Qiong said helplessly, "We're useless and couldn't find your Isolated Cultivation Grounds."
Chu Li scoffed. "Because I've been in Isolated Cultivation, my position as Branch Leader was dismissed?"
"… Yes." Kou Qiong nodded.
Chu Li asked, "Who's the Branch Leader now?"
"There's a new Zhao Chun." Kou Qiong said helplessly, "He's a powerful person."
"What about me?" Chu Li asked calmly. "You'll just be relieved of your duties.
"… No." Kou Qiong nodded.
Chu Li could not help but laugh. "I built Gale Branch, but someone else took the fruits of my labor. How interesting! … What do you guys think? "
"Everyone's furious, but they dare not say anything." Kou Qiong said helplessly, "The new Branch Leader Zhao is very harsh. If we don't listen to him, we'll be punished heavily or even killed."
"He killed Gale Branch's disciples?" Chu Li frowned.
Kou Qiong nodded. "Two."
Chu Li's face darkened. "Heh, how impressive!"
Kou Qiong quickly said, "Young Master, don't fight him head-on. His martial arts is very high!"
Chu Li said, "I'd like to see him!"
"What if the Saint blames me?" Kou Qiong quickly said.
Chu Li laughed coldly. "What's there to be afraid of if she dismissed me from my position as Branch Leader? He killed Gale Branch's disciples as he pleased. I must avenge him!"
Then, he stood up and left the living room.
Kou Qiong was shocked and quickly said, "Young Master …"
Chu Li waved his hand and did not stop walking. "Say no more!"
Kou Qiong was so anxious that he stomped his feet. Knowing that he could not stop Chu Li, he hurriedly followed behind him and reminded him, "Young Master, he's the Branch Leader appointed by the Saint. You can't act recklessly!"
He was actually afraid that Chu Li would not be able to defeat him. Based on Branch Leader Zhao's temperament, he would not let Chu Li go and would kill him if he had the chance. It would be such a shame if Chu Li died in the hands of Branch Leader Zhao.
He also understood Chu Li's anger. Anyone who encountered such a situation would be enraged.
Chu Li strode out of his residence and headed toward Gale Branch.
His residence was not far from Gale Branch, so he soon arrived at Gale Branch.
When the two protectors in front of the door saw Chu Li, they were stunned and quickly gave him a fist salute. "Branch Leader …"
Chu Li waved his hand and scoffed. "I'm no longer the Branch Leader. There's no need to greet me."
"… Yes." The two of them put down their fists and looked at him in confusion, but they did not stop him.
Chu Li walked inside without any obstructions. Soon, he went past the screen wall and arrived at a flat martial arts field.
The martial arts field was bustling with activity. Almost a hundred people were practicing their martial arts.
Chu Li walked over slowly. When someone saw him, they immediately stopped and gave him a fist salute.
Then, everyone looked over and gave him a fist salute.
Chu Li waved his hand. "Go and practice your martial arts!"
"Yes." Everyone responded and began to cultivate again. However, they were a little absent-minded.
Gale Branch had changed hands. The Branch Leader was no longer Zhao Dahe. Zhao Dahe was removed from his position as the Branch Leader, and someone else took over his position. Moreover, that person quickly established his authority and stood firm.
This new Branch Leader Zhao was unyielding and overbearing. After killing two people, everyone knew that he was a ruthless person, so they dared not go against him.
Although Chu Li was removed from his position as the Branch Leader, he was still the founder of Gale Branch. His great power was already imprinted in everyone's mind. Therefore, they dared not neglect him when they saw him. However, they were secretly excited because they did not know which of the two Branch Leaders was stronger. It seemed like a fight was about to break out.
Chu Li walked slowly into the main hall and saw a handsome middle-aged man sitting in the main hall. The man was casually drinking tea while looking at Chu Li.
Chu Li asked, "You're Zhao Chun?"
Zhao Chun glanced at him and slowly put down his teacup. "Who are you?"
"Zhao Dahe," Chu Li replied.
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