Emperor Qiankun

Chapter 248 Which pot should not be opened?

That night, the moonlight was like water, sprinkling across the courtyard.

Zheng Hui and two other King-level elders sat around the bluestone square table in the courtyard, toasting each other and chatting happily.

The stone table was filled with wine and food, the aroma of wine was everywhere, and the three people had a bit of drunkenness on their faces.

Zheng Hui's face was flushed from drinking, and he couldn't help feeling a little elated when he heard the compliments from his two fellow disciples.

This battle completely established his reputation—powerful, loyal, courageous, and resourceful...

Compliments like these kept pouring out from his two fellow students, making him feel a little proud.

Now, everyone in the Tianjian Sect knows his reputation.

After three rounds of drinks, a lean elder from the King Realm finally brought up the serious business.

He put down his wine glass and said seriously:

"Elder Zheng, you can withdraw to the sect tomorrow. The two of us will take over Ziyan Mountain from now on."

"Go back and rest well. If the war breaks out again, I'll need you to bring more people to support us."

Zheng Hui's eyes were hazy with drunkenness, and he mumbled vaguely:

"Okay, I'll rest for a while, you guys go ahead, the rest of Ziyan Mountain depends on you."

......

At this time, another elder with a full beard asked curiously:

"By the way, Elder Zheng, do you know who that black guy is? And who is his master?"

"Ok?"

Zheng Hui was drunk at first, but when he heard this, he immediately used his mystical power to dispel the smell of alcohol, and his eyes instantly became clear.

He flicked his fingertips, and a soundproof barrier quietly enveloped the courtyard.

Then, he lowered his voice and said seriously:

"I'm only telling you two, you must not spread the word. The fewer people who know about this, the better."

"Uh-huh."

The two elders nodded repeatedly, like chicks pecking at rice.

"The black guy is Li Qingyuan, Junior Brother Li!" Zheng Hui said in a low voice.

"Ah?" The thin elder exclaimed, obviously shocked by the news.

The bearded elder slapped his thigh and laughed, "Damn, I told you so!"

"How could we not know about this kind of ruthless person appearing in the sect?"

"I was thinking of taking him in as my apprentice, but forget it now. I don't dare compete with Master Hua for him."

......

The skinny elder quickly came to his senses and said with emotion:

"Junior Brother Li is truly gifted, and his strength is beyond imagination."

"With him here, the future of our Tianjian Sect is not a problem. It will only grow stronger!"

Hearing this, Zheng Hui frowned slightly, sighed, and said:

"We still can't be too optimistic."

"The Sect Master had previously held Junior Brother Li accountable. I wonder if he harbors any resentment towards the Sect Master."

"But there was definitely a rift between the two."

The lean elder mused, "It shouldn't be that serious."

"Junior Brother Li doesn't look petty, so he should be fine."

"That's true."

The bearded elder stroked his beard and said thoughtfully, "I don't think that's a big deal either."

"Don't even mention that he didn't kill her. Even if he did, what's the harm?"

"There is no comparison between two ordinary disciples and one peerless disciple."

"Elder Zheng, when you return to the sect, please speak well of Junior Brother Li in front of the Sect Master."

"Plus, Junior Brother Li has made great contributions this time, the Sect Master will definitely show leniency."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Hui nodded heavily and said yes.

He knew in his heart that Li Qingyuan had made an indelible contribution to his current fame.

These are the soldiers he brought with him, so he will naturally do his best to protect Li Qingyuan.

After all, Li Qingyuan's glory is also his glory.

At this time, the thin elder smiled and raised his glass, saying:

"Come on, drink, drink!"

The three of them raised their glasses again, clinked them together, and drank them all in one gulp.

......

The next morning, the sun rose and the sky was filled with rosy clouds.

Nearly a thousand disciples of the Tianjian Sect boarded the Qingluan Bird in an orderly manner.

Zheng Hui stood on the back of the Blue Luan bird. He waved his hand and shouted loudly, "Let's go!"

The blue phoenix chirped and then flew towards the Tianjian Sect.

It spread its wings and flew high, its wings cutting through the clouds, leaving a faint green shadow.

Li Qingyuan was dressed in white, and stood side by side with Yue Qinghuan, who was dressed in purple, on the side and rear of the blue luan bird's back.

Many disciples surrounded the two of them, glancing at them from time to time and whispering to each other.

"These people are all watching you."

Yue Qinghuan chuckled and whispered, "Aren't you going to say hello to them?"

Li Qingyuan raised his eyebrows and asked, "Aren't they looking at you?"

Upon hearing this, Yue Qinghuan's eyes moved like autumn water and glanced around.

Sure enough, she found that there were indeed many people secretly looking at her, and the sound of discussions could be heard.

"Wasn't this woman with that black guy yesterday? Why is she with Uncle Li today?!"

A disciple whispered, his face full of confusion.

"Don't worry about beautiful women. You care who they are with. Anyway, they can't be with you."

Another disciple joked with a smile, causing the people around them to laugh.

"I'm just saying it. I don't even dare to think about this kind of woman..."

The disciple scratched his head in embarrassment.

"Oh, by the way, where is that black brother? Why didn't I see him today?"

Another disciple looked around curiously, searching everywhere.

"Who knows? After that sword strike, that black guy never showed up again."

Someone speculated, "Maybe he left early."

"..."

After hearing these words, Yue Qinghuan raised the corners of her lips slightly, revealing a sly smile.

She mobilized her profound energy and sent a voice message to Li Qingyuan:

"Brother Hei, you are so popular. These people are looking for you. How about you..."

"Stop."

Li Qingyuan quickly sent a voice message, "Don't mention the word 'black' to me, it's disgusting."

Thinking of how he had disguised himself into that dark appearance, he felt uncomfortable all over.

“Chuckle…”

Yue Qinghuan laughed so happily that her body shook and she looked so beautiful that it made her lips tremble with joy.

"Who told you to disguise yourself like that? You asked for it."

She smiled with her eyes curved, and jokingly said, "Is this the price of being a celebrity?"

Li Qingyuan was speechless and simply kept silent.

This woman is really always bringing up things that are not related to the topic.

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