Novel Boss
Chapter 94
Chapter 94
Ji Xiaofu’s voice was choked with sobs, filled with immense sorrow, moving everyone present. Yu Lianzhou and the others had seen Ji Xiaofu before; she was once a beautiful and charming woman, but now she appeared so disfigured. One could only imagine the changes she had undergone.
Yu Lianzhou couldn’t help but voice everyone’s question: “Who exactly destroyed Emei?”
Ji Xiaofu lifted her head, her eyes filled with deep-seated hatred, and gritted her teeth: “It was the Great Sui Demon Sect! That day, Master Dugu gathered all the disciples for the Emei Grand Ceremony, but unexpectedly, chaos erupted. The beasts of the Great Sui Demon Sect suddenly attacked, killing everyone in sight. Their goal was our Emei’s Heaven-Reliant Sword!”
“The Demon Sect sent many experts, several demon sects joined forces, claiming the Heaven-Reliant Sword was related to Yang Gong’s treasure. This is nonsense! The Dragon-Slaying Saber has already been destroyed by you, Little Immortal. How could the Heaven-Reliant Sword alone open Yang Gong’s treasure?”
“The master and others fought desperately, but they were outnumbered and eventually perished. I survived because I was in seclusion that day, preparing for a breakthrough, and didn’t attend the ceremony.”
“Master entrusted the Heaven-Reliant Sword to me, sacrificing herself so I could escape Emei through a secret passage…”
Ji Xiaofu recounted her story, her eyes blurred with tears. Yu Lianzhou and the others were moved, finally understanding the truth behind Emei’s destruction.
“The Great Sui Demon Sect is indeed powerful. The two sects and six paths have no shortage of Heaven-Man experts. Yin Queen Zhu Yuyan and Evil King Shi Zhixuan are nearly at the Land Immortal level. But is the Heaven-Reliant Sword truly related to Yang Gong’s treasure?”
“I’ve heard that Yang Gong’s treasure contains the Evil Emperor’s relic. Perhaps that’s why the Great Sui Demon Sect was tempted.”
Ji Xiaofu shook her head, sobbing: “I don’t know. I only overheard them in hiding. The leaders were Tianjun Xi Ying and Demon Commander Zhao Deyan. As for Zhu Yuyan and Shi Zhixuan, they weren’t present that day, so I don’t know if they were involved.”
She then bowed deeply to Ning Changge: “Please, Little Immortal, seek justice!”
Her eyes held a final glimmer of hope. Ning Changge’s expression remained unchanged. The martial world was full of conflicts, where the strong preyed on the weak. He simply asked, “Why do you think I need the Heaven-Reliant Sword?”
Ji Xiaofu was taken aback, her mouth trembling before she cautiously voiced her guess: “I heard on Mount Emei about the day you used true fire to refine the Dragon-Slaying Saber. If the saber was useless to you, you wouldn’t have kept its fragments.”
“Afterward, Hero Song and others repeatedly sent invitations.”
“After wandering the martial world, I also heard that Hero Song led Wudang disciples down the mountain to search for the lost Heaven-Reliant Sword…”
She didn’t finish, but her meaning was clear. Yu Lianzhou and the others blushed, surprised that their intentions were so transparent to a young woman. They secretly admired Ji Xiaofu’s keen insight.
Others who heard the rumors of Wudang would only marvel at Ning Changge’s incredible skills, not noticing such details.
Ning Changge said calmly, “What if I say I don’t need the Heaven-Reliant Sword?”
Ji Xiaofu’s expression froze, feeling utterly defeated. She then bowed again: “If the Little Immortal doesn’t need it, I hope you’ll destroy the sword to prevent it from falling into the Great Sui Demon Sect’s hands, ending their hopes!”
Ji Xiaofu knew she couldn’t stay lucky forever, and one day the Demon Sect would find her. Better to destroy it than let it fall into enemy hands!
She wasn’t entirely confident in her guess, but it was her last hope. The Little Immortal of Wudang was renowned in the martial world, and if he was willing to act, he might be able to deal with the Great Sui Demon Sect.
Ning Changge observed Ji Xiaofu, considering his options. He wasn’t afraid of the Great Sui Demon Sect. Even the strongest, Evil King Shi Zhixuan, hadn’t reached the Land Immortal level, at most comparable to Sword Emperor Nine, or slightly stronger.
But behind them…
“I wonder if the Evil Emperor Xiang Yutian and many other demon experts have truly disappeared.”
A hint of interest arose in Ning Changge’s heart. If the Demon Sect had attacked Emei, they might have a way to use the Heaven-Reliant Sword to open the treasure. He was somewhat interested in the Evil Emperor’s relic.
Moreover, he couldn’t take Ji Xiaofu’s Heaven-Reliant Sword for nothing. He preferred a fair exchange, valuing a harmonious heart.
He said slowly, “I will grant you three swords. You can use them to accomplish what you wish. Once done, we shall have no further ties.”
Ning Changge’s words revitalized Ji Xiaofu, tears streaming down her face. She bowed deeply, her head knocking against the ground.
“Thank you, Little Immortal, for seeking justice for Emei! Thank you, Little Immortal!”
Ning Changge shook his head: “This is merely a transaction.”
Ji Xiaofu also shook her head, filled with gratitude. Even though it was a transaction, she knew she was the weaker party. Ning Changge could have taken the Heaven-Reliant Sword without doing anything.
She admired Ning Changge’s magnanimity, knowing he wouldn’t oppress someone as weak as her. Such a mindset was beyond ordinary people.
“I can also restore your appearance, as a bonus.”
But Ji Xiaofu shook her head firmly: “Thank you for your kindness, Little Immortal. Xiaofu wishes to keep this disfigured face to remember the hatred of my sect. Without revenge, my appearance is useless!”
Yu Lianzhou and the others remained silent. What woman doesn’t love beauty? Ji Xiaofu’s refusal to restore her appearance showed her deep pain and hatred.
Ning Changge nodded indifferently, not minding. It was just a casual offer, and he respected Ji Xiaofu’s wishes.