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Chapter 161 - 104: The Consequences of Going All Out in Tension
Chapter 161: Chapter 104: The Consequences of Going All Out in Tension
The pine forest was vast, exuding a faint aroma of pine resin, with dense pine needles on the branches like clusters of verdant fine swords. A clear spring flowed babblingly through the forest, complemented by a silently spreading Fire Spring, Chixia illuminating the tall pines, rendering the scenery particularly beautiful.
However, no one was admiring the scenery, the atmosphere was exceedingly tense. It was unexpected that just upon entering the spirit cave, they would encounter each other here.
Li Qingxu, dressed in purple robes and holding a Purple Bamboo Stick refined by Heavenly Light, wore a smile, appearing calm and unhurried.
It was not him who was trapped in the hunt, but his opponent, Li Qingyue, who was cornered by him and an acquaintance.
However, those two acquaintances had not yet responded, seemingly also not anticipating such a situation.
Li Qingyue was clad in silver-white armor, her black hair fluttering by her ears; she didn’t say much, directly pushing towards Li Qingxu.
At this moment, she was very domineering; although her frame was as delicate as willowy, the aura she exuded in armor was imposing, different from before.
Her entire body flowed with rosy light, the pine branches and vines in her path parted, and the ground seemed to pave a luminous road, extending forward.
"Wang Caiwei will not make a move. You guys wait here," Li Qingyue secretly transmitted, signaling Qin Ming and the other three Golden Armor Guards not to follow.
In fact, Qin Ming had already judged that Wang Caiwei would probably not join the fray.
If she helped Li Qingxu, what would Cui Chonghe think afterward?
Zheng Maoze felt like wiping sweat, how could such a start occur? It put him in a difficult position.
Because, killing to silence witnesses here wasn’t an option, whether it was Li Qingxu or Li Qingyue, even if seriously injured, they would definitely be able to escape the spirit cave. Now, forcing him to pick a side, either way, would offend someone.
Personally speaking, in the past two years, he had become closer with Li Qingxu, the latter’s talent being extraordinary and possessing a terrifying mentor who is fiercely protective.
Yet, Li Qingyue’s rise to power was also very rapid, and she never flinched in a face-off against anyone.
After struggling internally, the slightly husky Zheng Maoze spoke up, "We are all acquaintances, old friends whose relationships were very close. There’s no need for hostility."
Qin Ming knew this was very much in line with "Zheng Dazhuang’s" nature, rough-looking but actually meticulously thoughtful.
Zheng Maoze also had figured out that Wang Caiwei wouldn’t act; he knew that Wang Family’s legitimate daughter was not simple, always smiling at people, never seen losing her temper.
Besides the reasoning Qin Ming was certain of, Zheng Maoze felt there were other grounds to believe she would not enter the fray.
One being that Li Qingyue confronting Li Qingxu stemmed from bringing up old grievances publicly, to defend their old friend Qin Ming, settling an old score. And Wang Caiwei, being one of the parties involved back then, once traversed with Qin Ming. If she were to assist Li Qingxu against Li Qingyue this time, some might privately criticize her as being unreliable.
Another crucial point was that Li Qingxu currently being targeted by several Core Disciples meant his chance to obtain the Close to Immortal Artifact seemed bleak.
Whereas Li Qingyue had a great opportunity, should she acquire it, she was destined to become a very important figure in the Outer World. Considering the long term, it was prudent not to offend her.
Indeed, Wang Caiwei in a black armor displayed a smile, bright yet gentle, making one feel as if basking in the spring breeze.
She mediated, "We were all friends back then, why become distant in the Outer World? If we join forces, our strength would be so great, isn’t that better than confronting each other?"
Li Qingyue continued walking, her body shining, stepping over the thick pine needles on the ground, her silver armor clinking. She smiled at Wang Caiwei and nodded to Zheng Maoze, approving their words and decisions.
Li Qingxu secretly sighed, he had indeed foresaw this situation but couldn’t avoid battling Li Qingyue.
Truly, Li Qingxu was very strong, otherwise Tang Xumi, Jiang Shengyu, and others would not follow Li Qingyue to target him.
At this moment, his face was expressionless, glancing at Wang Caiwei without uttering a word, eventually secretly communicating with Zheng Maoze using a Secret Technique.
"What?!" Zheng Maoze was moved.
Li Qingxu mentioned his master, that fearsome, protective old senior, in the prime of his life with many years to live.
Moreover, Li Qingxu had made him a promise, able to instantly elevate his strength.
That’s why Zheng Maoze’s expression shifted, tempted by the benefits, crucially, he was terrified of that old senior, even the thousand-year-old family did not want to offend such a character.
"Qing Yue, sorry, I have my difficulties, have to make a move. But rest assured, I’m just joining in the excitement, not trying to deplete your power, nor truly fight to the death," Zheng Maoze secretly transmitted, preparing to step in.
At his side, He Tai, who had cultivated the Great Ape King Power, was certainly a formidable expert, recognized as a future master of boxing, having killed an Outer Saint during his rebirth stage, now stepping forward.
He Tai was a young powerhouse specially invited by the thousand-year-old Zheng Family, having received great benefits, naturally he would give his all.
Zheng Maoze secretly instructed, "You don’t need to follow me into the fight, just block those four Golden Armor Guards around Li Qingyue, don’t be too harsh, just delay them a bit."
Li Qingyue’s beautiful face displayed an icy demeanor, looking towards He Tai, surprisingly changing direction, straight up confronting him.
Clearly, she worried that He Tai would severely injure Qin Ming and the three Golden Armor Guards, seeking to take pre-emptive action to neutralise him.
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