Chapter 245
Chapter 245 – Duan Jianhong’s Stratagem
“Lord Jiu, what happened to your cultivation?”
When Xuan Ye sensed Wu Jiu’s cultivation, his expression immediately changed.
“Don’t worry, my cultivation will recover in time. I was trapped in an isolated space for ten years, and when I was about to die, brother Jiang Chen saved my life. Without him, I would now be a dead body.”
Wu Jiu said.
“I see. Luckily, Lord Jiu is alright. I really have to thank brother Jiang!”
Hearing what Wu Jiu said, Xuan Ye’s attitude toward Jiang Chen immediately changed. Since Jiang Chen was Wu Jiu’s savior, that man he was also Xuan Ye’s savoir. Because in Xuan Ye’s mind, Wu Jiu’s life was hundreds of times more precious than his own.
Now, Shangguan Wei had offended Jiang Chen. If Jiang Chen didn’t kill him, Xuan Ye would kill Shangguan Wei instead.
“Brother Jiang, let me introduce, Xuan Ye is my friend. All these years, he has willingly stayed in the harsh Inferno Hell, just because he was searching for me.”
Wu Jiu said as he patted Xuan Ye’s shoulder. He felt glad because of Xuan Ye’s loyalty.
“It is really good for brother Jiu to have such a good friend.”
Jiang Chen praised. A man willing to stay in this harsh environment just because he wanted to searching for his friend, just the determination and purpose alone was enough to deserve respect from everyone.
“Alright, brother Jiang, we should continue our business.”
Wu Jiu said.
“Lord Jiu, what business do you have?”
Xuan Ye asked.
“Let’s go, we’ll talk in the center of Inferno City.”
Jiang Chen said.
“Fine, please follow me.”
Xuan Ye turned around and started flying toward Inferno City. Jiang Chen, Wu Jiu and the rest of them followed closely behind. It had been seven years, and Xuan Ye could basically be considered the master of Inferno City. He would walk around in the city like it was his own backyard.
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Qi Province, Heavenly Sword Sect!
Within a grand palace located in the heart of the Heavenly Sword Sect, a couple of men were sitting on both sides of a hall, and a middle-aged man was sitting in a grand chair right in front of everyone. The man was quite fat, and he had a greasy face, giving everyone an impression that he was on a hefty diet. But, he had a pair of bright eyes that caused anyone who stared into them to lose themselves, as well as a natural dignity and a face that portrayed great power.
This man was the Heavenly Sword Sect’s Sect Chief, Duan Jianhong. Right now, a gloomy and heavy hearted expression could be seen on his face. All these men were the Divine Core Sect Elders of the Heavenly Sword Sect, and they too had worried expressions.
“Hmph! This is going too far, who does that Nanbei Chao think he is? Who gave him the audacity to ask us to submit to him in three days; what a joke!”
One of the Sect Elders let out a cold snort.
“That Nanbei Chao has merely broken through to the Mid Divine Core realm, but it has caused him to become so presumptuous, this is ridiculous!”
“You’re right! No matter how much of a genius he is, he’s still only a Mid Divine Core warrior, he’s no match for Sect Chief!”
All Sect Elders were burning with rage. No matter what, the Heavenly Sword Sect was one of the biggest sects in the Qi Province, and now, someone had placed a knife on their throat. Of course they wouldn’t accept it.
“Sect Chief, what should we do?”
Everyone looked at Duan Jianhong.
“Don’t underestimate Nanbei Chao, he is a man with great talent, and he’s a peerless genius. Since he has the courage to make such an arrogant statement, I’m sure he has some powerful approaches.”
Duan Jianhong squinted his eyes and said indifferently. A look of intelligence could be seen in his eyes.
“So, what does Sect Chief want us to do?”
Someone asked.
“What I want is simple, we’ll surrender to Nanbei Chao.”
Duan Jianhong said.
“What? Surrender? Sect Chief, Nanbei Chao is merely a Mid Divine Core warrior who has just broken through, I don’t think he’s that strong, so why should we surrender?”
“I agree! No matter what, the Heavenly Sword Sect is one of the biggest sects in the Qi Province, we can’t surrender just like that.”
None of the Sect Elders agreed with the decision. Surrendering even before the fighting began? This was just hopelessly stupid!
“You guys know nothing; a little impatience spoils great plans. Do you think I am a man who is willing to surrender? Can’t you guys just use your brains?”
Duan Jianhong gazed at all the Sect Elders.
“Does Sect Chief have a strategy?”
Someone asked.
“Of course! Nanbei Chao and Zhao Chongyang are trying to rule the entire Qi Province. I, Duan Jianhong want to rule the entire Qi Province as well. Amongst all four big sects, with the exception of the Valley of Happiness, all of us have the same dream, but we haven’t had the opportunity to accomplish this. Now, a perfect opportunity has presented itself to us, the Heavenly Sword Sect is going to rule the entire Qi Province!”
A grin emerged on Duan Jianhong’s face.
“Sect Chief, please enlighten us.”
A Sect Elder said.
“I told you before; since Nanbei Chao has the courage to ask us to submit to him, I’m sure he has a strategy. But, it’s just like you said, none of the four big sects in the Qi Province is an easy target. Therefore, I’ll pretend to surrender to the Burning Sky Pavilion, and with this, we’ll be able to preserve our full strength. With Nanbei Chao and Zhao Chongyang’s character, I’m sure they will attack the Black Sect and Valley of Happiness. At that point of time, we’ll be able to witness Nanbei Chao’s strategy and approaches. Their battle will certainly cause damage to all parties, and that will be the perfect time for the Heavenly Sword Sect to reap the harvest!”
Duan Jianhong’s eyes blinking. He was a brilliant man who had the ability to give thorough thought on anything he was going to do.