357 Temporarily Resolved (1/2)
Although there was no movement at all within the ruins of Residence of Yun, an inexplicable sense of cold could be felt lingering over the place. The sense of deterrence was unprecedented, while the smell of blood seemed to grow stronger...
Faced with such a situation, the hearts of the elders could not help but grow colder and colder; even his lips could be seen trembling, the circles around his eyes had grown darker. With a sudden wave of his large hand, he said, ”Soldiers, listen to my order, let’s...”
At this critical moment, a voice rang out, ”Don’t ... Don’t do it! I am here! I am back!”
Qiu Jianhan's heart dropped to his feet. He then turned his head around to look towards the direction where the sound had come from.
Within the snow-covered sky, a purple silhouette could be seen running over to him, gesticulating with joy. The figure was plainly at ease, high-spirited and wild.
It was Yun Yang!
At this moment, the eyes of the old marshal grew blurry with tears. His heart was relieved. However, with a sudden, raging roar he exclaimed, ”Little bastard! Where have you been? What kind of play are you acting in? Are you trying to claim bankruptcy?”
A series of curses spilled from his lips, sounding like a booming cannon. However, the slight trembling in his voice had long revealed his true feelings!
A sudden surge of warmth emerged within Yun Yang’s heart. While hurriedly rushing over to the old marshal, he whispered, ”There is a slight peculiarity in this matter. There are still some matters that need to be resolved quickly... allow me to explain them to you in detail after this ... for now, it’s better to withdraw first... this time...we have overcome it peacefully. ”
”Overcame it with peace?” With a trembling finger, the old marshal pointed towards the ruined Residence of Yun, ”There is not even a single complete tile of your house to be found and you are telling me that everything is safe and sound?”
”Something has gone wrong earlier, but it is truly fine now. Now is not the time to wrangle over small matters like who to blame or the tiny details of this small incident.” Yun Yang explained in a slightly anxious manner.
It was a waste of time to try to explain the whole story. Once Venerable Lord Sword became incurable, it was not merely like previously where only a dozen or twenty individuals would die. Now, the thirty-thousand-strong royal army would also meet their end!
The strengths between the realm of heaven cultivators and Tenth Perfection realm of peak cultivators were of significantly great difference, particularly that of Venerable Lord Ice, Frost, and Snow’s similar powers and fief. Under the conjoined magical might of these three champions, their power would then be ten times greater than that of any single one of them. The Yutang men before him could not possibly hope to bring harm to them and would either be dead or extinct!
Yun Yang was not going to allow that to happen.
”Is everything truly fine?”
The old marshal Leng Daoyin took a step forward and asked aloud, glancing suspiciously at the young man.
”I have to end the subsequent ramifications of this incident; then only can it be deemed as fine!” Yun Yang nodded his head forcefully.
”Army, retreat back a hundred paces! Don’t remove your armor and for the generals, don’t come down from your saddles!” Upon exchanging looks and glances with Yun Yang, Qiu Jianhan knew that something was wrong. He then immediately issued his order for his men to step down.
The army neatly retreated upon hearing his instructions.
”Deicide Bow archers, wait in a combat position. Crossbow archers in a fan-shaped position, pull your bows but do not release them. Armed calvary arrayed in front. Point your spears forward! ”
While Yun Yang could be seen lamenting that such an action by the old marshal was but a useless move, he, nevertheless, finally felt a sense of relief.
The icy chilled glances that Qiu Jianhan threw at Venerable Lord Snow and the others were mixed with a deep hatred and murderous vibes.
”I know that you are of the Four Seasons Tower, and our Nine Supremes are dead because of your conspiracies. Such hatred is absolutely irreconcilable. Sooner or later, you will be required to atone for such a grudge. However, since the young master of Marquis Yun is willing to reach a consensus with you fellows, as long as you remain honest and frank during your stay at Yutang without playing any tricks, you can rest assured that there will not be any problems. On the contrary, regardless of whether you are the Four Seasons Tower or the Eight Seasons Tower or whatever kind of tower, the Empire of Yutang will inevitably utilize the full power of the country against you!”
Domineering!
That was the feeling that echoed within Yun Yang’s heart.
Having his face pulled down, Lord Snow did not utter a single word.
He gave rise to a fortunate feeling; he was lucky that he had not acted too tough and stubborn during the negotiation with Yun Yang just now, especially on his decision to let Yun Yang go.
Look at all the reactions of the people of Yutang. They were all crazy!
The old man immediately before him was born with a normal cultivation base yet he had dared to confront him. What was even harder to believe was he had actually felt threatened. That was a threat originating from a superior warrior, a warrior that had governed countless men and had a host of battle strengths. To his surprise, it was actually enough to make him feel pressured.
”Calm down, old marshal. I am going to deal with some matters first...I will return in a while. I will definitely give a satisfactory explanation to you then!” uttered Yun Yang, accompanying his smile with a wink, seemingly trying to fawn and flatter.
”Hmph!”
The old Qiu acted as if he was very proud. While raising his head and stroking his beard, he gritted his teeth and uttered in a solemn tone, ”I am going to wait for your explanation. If you can't convince me, I am going to f*ck your ass open! ”
Yun Yang frowned at the coarse language. Why was this old man so violent and vile?
The solemn glances of old Qiu turned and peeped at the two Venerable Lords of the Four Seasons Tower. With a stare filled with uncovered hatred, he then heavily snorted and receded into the background, step by step, while holding his wide-eyed stare against the two.
Among the army there was a team distinct from the others, wearing black clothes and equipped with black armor. Standing before them was a person with a tall figure, handsomely towering and upright. Her eyes were filled with unlimited concern.
It was Shangguan Lingxiu.
The Shangguan Family of Generals had called upon their available battle strengths for the rescue effort. It was even Shangguan Lingxiu herself who had had personally led the team to lend their assistance.
Her eyes were quietly staring at Yun Yang. Upon seeing him safe and sound, she then quietly let out a sigh of relief. Shrinking her body backward, she then merged with the rest of the team.
”Second uncle.” Qiu Yunshan came forward and greeted Qiu Jianhan.