The Arrogant Immortal
Chapter 453 - 452: Meeting Qiansha

Chapter 453: Chapter 452: Meeting Qiansha

There were people at the Border colluding with the Demon Clan, seeking to harm members of the Tianxu Sect, and even though several families had cleared themselves of suspicion, they could not avoid being affected.

Just as Lord Ying’an had thought, the Mo Family Patriarch was the prime suspect.

Colluding with the Demon Clan was a grave taboo, and even without concrete evidence, it was tough to withstand as the Tianxu Sect and several families were in the heat of battle.

Having suspicions was enough to touch the sensitive nerve of the masses.

Originally, a year ago, the Mo Family Patriarch had used elixirs to win over those of Divinity Transformation, but now he covertly distanced himself from them, including the two highly-paid Divinity Transformations who stepped forward to end the transaction.

The Mo Family Patriarch said coldly, "You are the ones actively terminating the deal, so I won’t be upholding my promises to you either."

"No need, it’s us who are reneging first."

The two regretted agreeing to the transaction.

They had worked in vain for a year and gotten nothing in return.

But the Mo Family might be entangled with the Demon Clan. They would rather work in vain than meddle in these muddy waters, otherwise, over time, they both wouldn’t be able to clear themselves of suspicion.

Indeed, even they did not believe that the Mo Family Patriarch was innocent.

The two immediately concluded the transaction with the Mo Family Patriarch and left without looking back.

Lord Wenzhong was almost furious to death, his complexion terribly grim, "Idiots. That old man has been held in too high esteem over the years, acting without thinking, and now he’s dragged us down with him."

Su He’s expression was also very ugly, "What do we do now?"

"What do we do? We can only adapt to changes without changing ourselves. Do you think we should come forward and clear ourselves? That would look even more like a cover-up." The Nangong Family’s female Divinity Transformation was equally infuriated.

The Wu Family’s Divinity Transformation thought it over and felt that the Mo Family was digging its own grave, but their families were bound together, and the Mo Family’s actions were naturally dragging them down too, so no amount of washing would cleanse them.

Especially since the Mo Family’s methods were not clever at all.

The Lin Family’s Divinity Transformation asked, "Has Mo Yan not come? Did you inform him?"

"We did inform him. He’s likely too afraid to come," scoffed the Nangong Family’s female Divinity Transformation.

There was no evidence pointing to the Mo Family, but even they thought it was the arrogant Mo Family Patriarch’s doing.

Lord Wenzhong stood up, "It’s time to visit the Alliance Hierarch, we must clear our suspicion of collusion with the Demon Clan. No matter the disagreements among cultivators, getting involved with the Demon Clan crosses the Alliance Hierarch’s red line."

Su He was puzzled, "Will the Alliance Hierarch believe us?"

"Why wouldn’t he? We truly haven’t done it," Lord Wenzhong didn’t want to wait for Mo Yan to arrive anymore.

Su He was not stupid and immediately caught on.

Although the seven families were bound by an alliance, they were also seven powers. Now that the Ao Family had completely fallen, leaving only six, and having recently clashed with the Tianxu Sect, it was a time for unity. With the Mo Family suddenly engaging with the Demon Clan, if it turned out to be true, it would be tantamount to dragging the other five families into a dead end with them.

Their struggle with the Tianxu Sect might be described as personal grievances.

But colluding with the Demon Clan was a huge matter!

If this accusation was proven, extermination would be but a snap of the fingers away.

However, the only one responding to Lord Wenzhong was the Wu Family’s Divinity Transformation, while the other three remained seated, their expressions murky and unclear.

The Lin Family’s Divinity Transformation complained bitterly, "Even if this isn’t true, do our families have a way out?"

The room suddenly became silent, heavy and oppressive.

In the midst of raging anger, there was a sobering sense of despair.

Fortunately, that Nascent Soul had ended his life quickly, leaving behind only a letter of confession. But they knew that when it came to the Demon Clan, the matter would not be easily resolved.

The Alliance Hierarch would surely have it investigated.

As long as the five families stood before the Alliance Hierarch this time to clear the relation.

If only the Mo Family didn’t make an appearance, it would indirectly be like stabbing the Mo Family in the back..., and they couldn’t help but ask themselves, should they really do this?

They felt like beasts trapped in an abyss, unable to break free from the prison.

A panic of slowly waiting for death, increasingly making it difficult to remain calm.

...

Night fell on the Tianxu Sect’s camp.

Xie Jiuniang was at her residence, predicting the future.

When she emerged from the long river of time, she suddenly found an additional person in her residence, startling her into drawing her sword reflexively.

"It is I," Lord Qiansha’s voice rang out.

In the dim room, a streak of light shone, casting Lord Qiansha’s figure into sharp relief.

Surprise flickering across her face, Xie Jiuniang quickly sheathed the Broken Sword, tensed her body, and approached Lord Qiansha, respectfully bowing her head and saluting, "Disciple Yuanxi pays respects to the Ancestor-Master."

A deep bow.

This bow carried an endless guilt and an indescribable sadness.

This was their first meeting since Chaoyan’s demise, yet they remained silent for a long time.

Xie Jiuniang dared not look directly at Lord Qiansha.

Her master had died because of her, an unalterable fact, a cruel reality she couldn’t face yet had to confront.

Lord Qiansha broke the silence, "Stand straight, lift your head."

"Yes..." Xie Jiuniang’s voice was hoarse.

Lord Qiansha asked slowly, "What brings you to the Border Battlefield?"

"To kill, to take revenge."

"The Border is not a place for you to act recklessly; many peak experts are watching," Lord Qiansha’s voice was calm and steady, as if to dissuade her yet leaving some leeway.

"Ancestor-Master, I am aware of the consequences and will not give others a handle against me."

"Are you certain?"

"Yes, but..."

Xie Jiuniang had come with a purpose and would not leave without fulfilling it. Thinking of the moment her master fell, she couldn’t hold back the crimson in the corners of her eyes. The hatred suppressed in her heart surged forth.

That person must die!

Afterwards, Lord Qiansha remained.

Grandmaster and disciple spoke openly, in ways unknown to outsiders, until the sky slowly brightened and Lord Qiansha departed.

He had arrived silently and left just as unannounced.

Apart from Xie Jiuniang, no one knew that Lord Qiansha had visited the Sect’s frontline camp last night.

Stepping out of her residence once more.

Xie Jiuniang went to the main tent and found Lord Ying’an.

Lord Ying’an looked up at her as she entered, "Are you here at the Border for secluded cultivation? I’ve only seen you on the first day, and it’s been more than half a month since."

"Did Lord Sujin accompany True Lord Muhong to Danxia Valley?" Xie Jiuniang was most concerned about this point. "I’ve heard that Danxia Valley is close to the central area, not too far from the Demon Clan’s army. Aren’t you worried?"

"Why do I sense there’s more to your question?" Lord Ying’an raised his eyebrow slightly.

Xie Jiuniang smiled politely, "I was just asking casually. Lord Ying’an, please don’t be concerned. It’s really not what you were thinking."

Lord Ying’an laughed heartily, then gestured for her to be at ease.

After a word to him, Xie Jiuniang flashed out of the camp and stealthily made her way toward the central battlefield.

The Tianxu Sect was responsible for patrolling the frontline, a routine task. It was to prevent Demon Clan scouts from infiltrating. In a real clash with the Demon Clan’s army, they would not be part of the defence; their numbers were too few to hold them back.

If the Demon Clan’s army advanced in this direction, they would not be involved.

The decisive battleground was the Central Battlefield.

The Central Battlefield lay at the junction of both sides.

It is said that due to frequent battles, the land there has been barren for years, desolate with only sand and rocks.

Danxia Valley was at the edge of the Central Battlefield.