Chu Li coughed softly and interrupted him. "Senior Sister Li is actually going to meet the people from the Sword Moon Sect."
"The Sword Moon Sect?" Zhou Jinchun raised his voice and frowned. "Junior Sister Li is going to meet the people from the Sword Moon Sect alone?"
Chu Li replied, "One person is enough. Moreover, this has to be kept a secret. If the other three sects find out, they'll definitely try to stop us!"
"I see." Zhou Jinchun nodded slowly.
Lu Zhen looked at Ji Xin.
Ji Xin looked hesitant. He glanced at Chu Li and nodded helplessly. "Junior Sister Li said to keep it a secret. She's going to scout ahead. She didn't tell anyone because she's afraid that they'll stop her."
Mo Qianjun was furious. Chu Li's words made his well-prepared plan go down the drain. All his efforts were wasted and his wishful thinking did not work.
He remained calm and feigned ignorance. "The Sword Moon Sect has nothing to do with us. They're a famous sect in the Fu Dynasty. Why would we meet them?"
"We have a grudge against the Sword Moon Sect." Chu Li said, "Back then, a disciple from the Sword Moon Sect came to the Li Dynasty to cause trouble. Senior Brother Ji was ordered to chase them into the Fu Dynasty and kill them, which led to the Sword Moon Sect's revenge."
"If they're enemies, would she dare to meet them?" Mo Qianjun frowned. "The Sword Moon Sect is not to be trifled with!"
Chu Li said, "I refined a batch of Detachment Pills for Senior Sister Lu that can regrow severed limbs. The Sword Moon Sect wants a few pills and said that they'll exchange the Less Ultimate Sword for them. Senior Sister Li went there to discuss the exchange."
"Nonsense!" Mo Qianjun shouted. "Who gave you the right to exchange without permission? This is a big taboo!"
"I've already reported it to the Saint. If she agrees, we'll exchange." Chu Li replied, "If the Saint doesn't agree to it, then forget it. However, such a good deal is rare. Obtaining the Less Ultimate Sword Technique will only bring benefits to the Holy Church of Light. It's just a few pills, not life-saving spirit pills."
His words made Mo Qianjun even more furious. If he reported it to the Saint in advance, he would not be able to get any credit. This Zhao Dahe deserved to die!
"Aren't you afraid that they'll hold Junior Sister Li captive and threaten you to hand over the Detachment Pills?" Mo Qianjun scoffed.
Chu Li shook his head and said, "If they really want to trade, they won't do it in one go. If they really want to do that, we can just give it to them. It's just a few pills, how can they compare to Senior Sister Li?"
"They will be greedy and threaten us again and again!" Mo Qianjun snorted.
Chu Li said, "There's nothing we can do about it. We'll just give it to them. It's not like it's a life-saving spirit pill. Besides, it's useless for them to want so many of them."
"In my opinion, they won't hand over the Less Ultimate Sword Technique. Instead, they'll detain Junior Sister Li and threaten you to hand over the Detachment Pills. The sects of the Fu Dynasty are very arrogant. They don't respect the sects of the Li Dynasty at all!"
His gaze was like a torch as he carefully observed Ji Xin's expression. He vaguely guessed that Chu Li was not telling the truth. It was highly likely that the Sword Moon Sect had secretly captured Li Ruolan to threaten Chu Li to hand over the Detachment Pills.
Chu Li smiled faintly. "So, Altar Leader Mo, are you saying that we won't hand over the Detachment Pills if they hold Senior Sister Li captive?"
"Well …" Mo Qianjun hesitated. Zhao Dahe had forced him to the edge of a cliff.
Everyone knew that they could not compromise under such circumstances. Otherwise, they would only attract more trouble. However, no one could say that. Otherwise, they would be cold-blooded and would be reviled by others.
Chu Li picked up his teacup and took a sip. "That's it."
Mo Qianjun scoffed. "Alright, Junior Brother Zhao. Since you're confident, I won't interfere. I'll wait for the Less Ultimate Sword!"
Chu Li said lazily, "Whether it succeeds or not depends on the Saint and the Sword Moon Sect. It's still too early to say."
"If that's the case, you can't leave Falling Autumn City." Mo Qianjun shook his head. "Falling Autumn City is in danger now."
"It's fine." Zhou Jinchun quickly said, "Let's wait for Junior Sister Li to come back!"
Ji Xin nodded.
"Alright, I wish you all the best. Let's exchange for the Less Ultimate Sword!" Mo Qianjun smiled. "Come, let's have another toast!"
The maid tactfully passed the letter to Mo Qianjun. Then, she filled everyone's teacups and left quietly.
Chu Li sized up the maid. "Altar Leader Mo, I'm lacking a servant. Why don't you send this lady over? She's quick and efficient. I'm quite satisfied with her!"
Mo Qianjun's expression changed. He waved his hand. "If you're lacking a servant, I'll find one for you. I'm used to her, so I can't bear to give her to you."
He knew that this was Chu Li's revenge and warning. That damned Zhao Dahe had found his weakness!
Chu Li looked regretful. "I've always said that Altar Leader Mo is generous."
Mo Qianjun laughed. "No matter how generous I am, I won't simply give away the people around me! Alright, you guys can continue with your work! "
"Yes." Everyone stood up.
"Junior Sister Lu, are the Detachment Pills useful?" Mo Qianjun asked.
Lu Zhen replied coldly, "I don't know!"
After she finished speaking, she left gracefully on her own.
Mo Qianjun was not angered by her retort. Instead, he shook his head and smiled bitterly. "Junior Sister Lu is still blaming me!"
Zhou Jinchun said, "Junior Sister Lu has such a temper. Altar Leader Mo, please don't lower yourself to her level."
"Of course not." Mo Qianjun waved his hand and smiled. "Junior Brother Ji, you don't look so good."
Ji Xin forced a smile. "It's nothing."
"Don't worry too much." Mo Qianjun looked at him with concern and smiled. "Junior Sister Li is bold but careful. She'll do well!"
"Yes." Ji Xin's expression became even worse. He did not look at his smiling face.
"Let's go to my place!" Chu Li interrupted Mo Qianjun.
Ji Xin immediately nodded as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders.
Zhou Jinchun followed them to Chu Li's courtyard.
Mo Qianjun stared at their retreating silhouettes with the same smile on his face. He slowly picked up his teacup and took a sip. Then, he let out a long breath. The fragrance of the tea permeated the air as if he had vented all of his frustrations.
He paid great attention to controlling himself. Even if he was extremely angry, he could not show it on the outside. He could not vent his anger on anything and let others know what he was thinking.
"Phew." Once they entered Chu Li's courtyard, Ji Xin sat by the stone table and let out a long sigh.
He was almost scared to death just now. His heart had been hanging in mid-air. Now, he could finally relax.
"I almost got tricked!" Ji Xin was not stupid. Judging from the fight between Chu Li and Mo Qianjun, he could guess that Mo Qianjun wanted to take the Detachment Pills away. Fortunately, Junior Brother Zhao had stopped him.
When he thought about the consequences of Mo Qianjun revealing the truth, Junior Sister Li's reputation would be ruined. He hated Mo Qianjun to the core. It was already a miracle that he was able to hold back his anger.
Zhou Jinchun looked at Mo Qianjun's expression and then at Chu Li. He vaguely understood what Mo Qianjun was thinking.
"What should we do?" Zhou Jinchun moved closer to Chu Li and asked, "Are we really not going to give the Detachment Pills to Junior Sister Li?"
Chu Li scoffed. "We have to give the Detachment Pills, but how we're going to give it to her is a big problem."
Plans could not keep up with changes. At this point, if he insisted on not exchanging with the Sword Moon Sect and insisted on handing the Detachment Pills to the Saint, he would be cold-blooded and would not be rewarded much.
Under the threat of the Sword Moon Sect, handing over the Detachment Pills was not a rational choice. In fact, it was a stupid move. However, it would show that he was loyal to his friends, which would make it easier for him to be put in an important position.
Sometimes, it depended on the Saint's decision to give him the Detachment Pills. It depended on what kind of tasks she would assign to him. If he could gain her favor, it would be worth it even if he had to sacrifice some of his contributions.
"Hurry up, Junior Sister Li is in their hands." Zhou Jinchun said anxiously. "Don't hurt Junior Sister Li!"
"I'm going out for a while." Chu Li stood up.
"Where are you going?" Zhou Jinchun asked.
"I'm looking for Wen Tingdao to bring Senior Sister Li back!"
Ji Xin quickly asked, "Junior Brother Zhao, can you find Wen Tingdao?"
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