SQLJBFDTW Chapter 98

Chapter 98: Unveiling, One After Another

This meeting between the immortal sects and demon cultivators was set on the sandy ground at the border of Nan Island. The person in charge used a magical artifact to create a grand hall out of thin air. Although hastily constructed, the furnishings inside were complete, the lights were bright, and the stone floor was so polished that it reflected images.

Arranged by Yu Wei, Chao Jianxue first observed from behind a screen.

He had never met the several demon lords. As they entered the hall one after another, Chao Jianxue saw a variety of appearances: some were burly and strong, some were slender and charming, some had black-skinned beast claws, and some had white faces, white hair, and white pupils. In short, compared to the human cultivators’ elders, the demon realm’s side had a very unconventional image.

“Sect Leader Mo has arrived? Please come in quickly—”

The activity at the entrance was accurately transmitted to Chao Jianxue’s ears. Behind him, Mo Zezhi almost jumped up, but Chao Jianxue reached out and pressed his shoulder, forcing him back down.

“Long time no see, Young Master Mo is truly a young hero!”

As the flattering words finished, a figure in black robes and silver boots stepped into the hall. Mo Tanzhou had a striking appearance, humbly supporting Sect Leader Mo across the threshold, appearing to outsiders as an absolutely flawless and composed young nobleman.

“Tsk. What a good act.” Mo Zezhi spat out without any reservation.

Chao Jianxue watched them take their seats. Mo Tanzhou’s every move was full of etiquette, his cold face truly resembling a flower on a high mountain.

He used to say that he and Yu Wei looked alike, but now that he knew his true face, he understood that appearances can be deceiving. The more he looked at him, the more hateful he became. He didn’t even have a single finger of Yu Wei’s virtue.

Before long, the people from the various major immortal sects had mostly arrived.

Yu Wei sat in front of the screen where Chao Jianxue was, while Elder Qing attended the meeting in Chao Jianxue’s place.

Chao Jianxue looked around. The Wuwu Sect sent Lord Shen Du and Li Zhenzhen. Li Zhenzhen said that he absolutely couldn’t miss such an exciting spectacle.

However, his treacherous smile was too difficult to conceal, and he frequently stared at Mo Tanzhou across from him and smiled. Mo Tanzhou found it strange, but assumed he was being friendly and cupped his fist in greeting.

Li Zhenzhen secretly transmitted his voice to Chao Jianxue: “Did you see that? Did you see that! He even smiled at me! How terrifying, he’s really good at acting!”

The negotiations began from there.

Facing the several demon lords, the immortal sects initially maintained politeness and exchanged names. However, a large black claw waved, and a boisterous voice said: “Enough with the nonsense! Get to the main point, how to defend this defense, what you want the demon realm to do, say it all at once. You human cultivators are just so long-winded with all this empty formalities!”

Everyone was silent for a moment. With him speaking, they didn’t bother to pretend anymore, and the proceedings immediately sped up like lightning.

How to strengthen the Fumo Pass barrier, what to do if demonic energy breaks through the Fumo Pass… The discussions progressed smoothly, and in this hall, the relationship between human cultivators and demon cultivators seemed to ease instantly.

So, as long as everyone treats each other as normal people, without looking at each other through prejudiced eyes, they can clearly get along harmoniously.

Time passed quickly, and it reached the end of the agenda.

Everyone was exhausted and about to announce the adjournment when Yu Wei suddenly stood up and said, “Everyone, please wait a moment. There is one more matter that needs to be clarified while everyone is here today.”

The immortal sects all expressed their willingness to listen carefully, and the demon realm’s representatives also curiously turned their attention.

Yu Wei’s voice was firm: “It’s about the Chao Jianxue incident from back then.”

As soon as these words came out, Mo Tanzhou’s action of pouring water for Sect Leader Mo stiffened, but he quickly recovered without leaving a trace, his expression returning to normal.

Everyone thought it was some big deal. The Chao Jianxue incident had already been settled back then. Those who knew the inside story had long heard that Yu Wei had had an unpleasant disagreement with the Wuwu Sect over this matter.

But after all, this matter was the immortal sects’ own affair. It was fine to talk about it behind closed doors, but for him to bring up Chao Jianxue in front of the demon realm was absurd.

Lord Shen Du also stood up, frowning in concern: “Yu Wei…”

Yu Wei’s gaze was firm as he looked around, solemnly saying to her, “Lord Shen Du, Chao Jianxue was indeed wronged that day. The mastermind is someone else, and they are in this hall.”

He could remain silent if he wanted to, but once he spoke, he always stirred up huge waves in everyone’s hearts.

“What do you mean?” Lord Shen Du was also bewildered.

The sound of a wine cup being placed on the table was soft, but still very audible in the quiet hall. Mo Tanzhou raised his head and said with a faint smile, “My apologies.”

His smile remained unchanged.

Yu Wei also fixed his gaze on him, clearly stating: “Chao Jianxue was accused of killing disciples that day because he was deliberately framed. The person killed that disciple in the Semi-Demon Realm, disguised themselves, and at the Wuwu Sect, they first killed the two disciples outside the water prison, leading to demonic clouds, but making everyone think it was the semi-demon who attracted the demonic energy.”

Lord Shen Du’s train of thought gradually cleared under his narration: “You mean, that person was present in the Semi-Demon Realm, and also present at the Wuwu Sect?”

Lord Ziwei, who had not spoken all this time, also took a sip of tea and said, “If Lord Yu Zhou’s words are true, it won’t be difficult to find the suspects in the hall right now.”

Everyone looked at each other, only Mo Tanzhou stared at the person in front of him without moving, without the slightest flaw.

Yu Wei faced him, coldly saying: “Everyone doesn’t need to waste their energy guessing, it is Tianyao Sect disciple, Mo Tanzhou.”

Everyone erupted in an uproar again.

“Mo Tanzhou? Young Master Mo is the Tianyao Sect’s top disciple, how could he do such a thing?”

The ever-smiling Sect Leader Mo also became angry, slamming the table and saying, “Empty words! Where did you get the guts to slander my son! Even if you are the owner of One Leaf Boat, my Tianyao Sect will not let this go!”

After saying that, he suddenly coughed violently. He was old and had not made any progress in many years. The spiritual energy in his body was gradually weakening, and his body was also deteriorating.

The others present couldn’t bear to see him like this and stood up to persuade Yu Wei: “Lord Yu Zhou, you are still young, and it is inevitable that you will act impulsively. The Tianyao Sect is a major immortal sect, and we have all seen Mo Tanzhou’s usual behavior. There must be a misunderstanding…”

“Whether it is a misunderstanding or not,” Yu Wei did not back down at all, solemnly saying to Mo Tanzhou, who had been silent for a long time, “Let Mo Tanzhou speak for himself.”

Mo Tanzhou calmly wiped his hands, stood up, and said: “Lord Yu Zhou’s speculation is really inexplicable. Chao Jianxue is already dead, so where did you get the evidence to falsely accuse me?”

At this time, another voice that had been silent for a long time spoke up: “That’s not true.”

Everyone’s attention was shifted again, and they saw that it was actually from the demon realm’s side.

The speaker was Elder Qing, who stroked his long beard expressionlessly, with a mysterious expression.

The demon lords next to him suddenly realized something. Watching the excitement getting bigger and bigger, and there was even a part for their demon realm, they leaned forward and listened intently, wishing there were a few more snacks on the table.

“This matter is the immortal sects’ family affair and has nothing to do with you all. If there is nothing else, you can leave!” someone from the immortal sects said.

The demon lords tacitly looked at Elder Qing.

Elder Qing “hmph”-ed, fearlessly facing the crowd and saying, “The immortal sects’ family affair? This matter concerns my realm’s demon lord, and this old man must seek an explanation!”

What demon lord?

The immortal sects whispered to each other, saying was it the former Qi Wu?

Mo Tanzhou was naturally fearless: “In any case, Chao Jianxue is already dead, and the disciples from back then are also dead. How can you prove that it was me who did it and not Chao Jianxue?”

After he said that, he worriedly supported Sect Leader Mo, frowning in concern: “I don’t mind being slandered, but please, Lord Yu Zhou, for the sake of my sect leader’s health, don’t talk nonsense.”

He showed his embarrassment to the fullest extent, looking as if he was being falsely accused.

Therefore, everyone felt that Yu Wei had no reason and said: “If Lord Yu Zhou has no evidence, he should apologize to the Tianyao Sect! Don’t mention the past!”

“I’m late.”

The hall became quiet, and everyone incredulously turned to look at the entrance. A person in black and gold Xuan clothes, with a red demon mark between his eyebrows that radiated golden Xuan light, a smile on his lips, was very flamboyant and bright, making people afraid to look directly at him.

He completely did not hide his cultivation, releasing his spiritual light as soon as he came in.

Lord Shen Du stood up abruptly, and the cup on the table fell to the ground with a clang.

“Chao…” She called out the first syllable of his name. The few people who knew the inside story back then were all horrified and stood up one after another, shocked.

“It’s Chao Jianxue! He’s not dead!”

Yu Wei looked at Chao Jianxue walking closer, almost unable to take his eyes off him. No matter when, as long as his senior brother appeared, he couldn’t take his eyes off him at all.

The red light of the setting sun plated around Chao Jianxue’s silhouette, like a layer of immortal halo.

Elder Qing shouted “Demon Lord” and quickly stepped out, cupping his fist and bowing: “Greetings, Demon Lord!”

His movements were so smooth and his voice so loud that everyone felt it was exaggerated, but they couldn’t say what was wrong.

The demon lords of the demon realm immediately understood. No wonder this Demon Lord Qing had never shown his face in front of them. So, there was such a layer of reason.

He was a half-demon.

The demon realm respected strength above all else, and they didn’t care whether he was a half-demon or not.

However, the human cultivators were in an uproar, confirming: “Chao Jianxue didn’t die back then? Not only did he not die, but as a half-demon, he was actually able to ascend to the Mahayana stage?”

“Unheard of!”

Mo Tanzhou watched him come in, his expression gloomy, and he clenched his fists tightly. The wine in the cup on the table tilted and shook slightly.

Chao Jianxue walked to Yu Wei’s side, cupped his fist, and said: “Something was delayed, so I had Elder Qing attend in my place. Please forgive me.”

Someone who was halfway through the gossip couldn’t accept the pause at all and quickly said: “Just now, Lord Yu Zhou said that the person who killed people back then was Mo Tanzhou. Is that true or false?”

Chao Jianxue pretended to be surprised and raised his eyebrows, then put on a helpless look: “Lord Yu Zhou couldn’t bear to see me being harmed by villains, so he spoke up righteously first. Since things have come to this, I can only say it.”

He flicked his sleeves and pointed to Mo Tanzhou: “Back then in the Semi-Demon Realm, I did not kill anyone, but left first. Who knew that Mo Tanzhou would transform into my appearance to kill people and also frame me. The demonic energy at the Wuwu Sect was led by him, and the Northern Realm Dao Discussion Conference back then was also caused by him. As for the reason, it was nothing more than to severely damage the Wuwu Sect. Everyone, think about it, the Wuwu Sect began to decline from that time.”

“Heh.” Mo Tanzhou sneered, “The more you say, the more absurd it becomes. So, you’re also using empty words to slander me. How could I have such great abilities? You two say that I can attract demonic energy, but I haven’t become demonized, so how can I attract it?”

Chao Jianxue shook his head: “Coincidentally, I previously rescued someone outside.”

“Don’t say irrelevant things!” Mo Tanzhou frowned tightly.

“Sect Leader Mo—” Chao Jianxue suddenly raised his voice, clapped his hands, and exclaimed, “Do you recognize this person?”

Suddenly, another person appeared on stage.

Like a folding opera, the characters appeared one by one, and everyone’s gossip hearts were firmly grasped, and their moods fluctuated with the development, stretching their necks to see who it was.

A person walked out from behind the screen.

Hateful and venomous eyes shot straight over.

Mo Tanzhou narrowed his eyes and took a step back in an undignified manner.

Sect Leader Mo also staggered and fell to the ground: “You! You—Tanzhou said you were dead!”

Without Chao Jianxue’s introduction, many people here recognized Mo Zezhi.

Mo Zezhi had been tyrannical and domineering in his early years and had done many absurd things, but he was also Sect Leader Mo’s precious treasure. If it wasn’t for…

But at this time, everyone saw the complex black curse marks on his face and couldn’t help but be stunned. Everyone present was a great power, and many people could see that this was a forbidden curse to attract demons as a container.

Mo Zezhi grinned sinisterly and said to Sect Leader Mo and Mo Tanzhou: “Yes, I’m dead, didn’t expect it, I’ve crawled back from hell again.”