Chapter 84

Xiao Zong's branch sects, although powerful in their own regions, could only dominate one area. Although they belonged to Xiao Zong, in the eyes of the main sect, apart from the annual tribute, these branch sects were almost dispensable. There were hundreds of branch sects in the Cangfeng Empire, but even when combined, they did not match a fraction of the main sect's power.

The branch sects did not dare to offend the royal family. If it were just the New Moon branch sect, the threat of "flattening the New Moon Mystic Mansion" could be made, but they would never dare to actually carry it out. Because if it angered the royal family, and the royal family decided to exterminate them, the main sect might not even bother to intervene. However, the Xiao Zong main sect was an existence that surpassed the Cangfeng royal family! To harm someone belonging to the Xiao Zong main sect, unless it touched a principle, even the Cangfeng royal family would not dare to.

If what Xiao Tianan said was true, then Xiao Luocheng's identity would leap from being the young master of a branch sect to someone belonging to the Xiao Zong main sect. These two identities were worlds apart! The latter was like a mountain, suffocating the people of the New Moon Mystic Mansion.

If it really was like this! Then the disaster Yun Che caused was a complete and utter catastrophe! If the main sect blamed him, not to mention a small New Moon Mystic Mansion, even the Cangfeng royal family might not be able to protect him. And if this matter angered the Xiao Zong main sect, not only would Yun Che be in trouble, but those who protected him would also face great disaster! They could destroy the New Moon Mystic Mansion with ease.

"Is this... true?" Qin Wuyou frowned deeply, his palms already drenched in cold sweat. He never expected that this matter would involve the Xiao Zong main sect. Even if the Cangfeng Emperor were here, he would be scared stiff.

"Hmph! Regarding matters involving the main sect, I wouldn't dare to lie even if I had ten times the courage!" Qin Wuyou's reaction was completely unexpected by Xiao Tianan, who continued sternly, "I only blame Yun Che for entering your New Moon Mystic Mansion today. I won't blame you if you hand him over. This is already a great opportunity and face I'm giving to your New Moon Mystic Mansion! Otherwise, if the main sect is angered, the New Moon Mystic Mansion will cease to exist!"

"Moreover, before coming here, I already reported this matter to Elder Xiao Wuji of the Medicine Sect in the main sect using a sound transmission talisman! Within ten days at the latest, Elder Xiao Wuji will definitely send someone, or even come himself! Lord Qin, if you continue to be stubborn, not only will you not be able to protect that despicable Yun Che, but you will also put yourself and the entire New Moon Mystic Mansion at risk!"

Xiao Tianan had already informed the main sect... Qin Wuyou and the elders' faces changed again.

"Lord, the Xiao Zong main sect is not something we can provoke. Yun Che has only been in our mansion for one day, and Lord Qin has already protected him so much, even to the point of attacking the branch sect's sect master. This is already the utmost kindness! Now, handing him over is for the sake of the entire New Moon Mystic Mansion, and no one can say anything about it." An elder stepped forward and whispered.

"Alas, yes. Yun Che is a genius, but unfortunately, he has caused such a disaster. It seems he is not destined to be part of our mansion. Lord, hand over Yun Che. Otherwise, if it really involves our mansion, the consequences will be unimaginable." Another elder sighed.

Qin Wuyou's face was dark and uncertain. He glanced sideways at someone in the corner... and the other person shook his head slightly.

Qin Wuyou's brows furrowed tightly, and after gritting his teeth, he finally sighed, "If what Sect Master Xiao said is true, then our small New Moon Mystic Mansion indeed cannot protect him and will bring disaster upon ourselves. But to hand him over to you now, I cannot do it. Otherwise, even with the reason of the Xiao Zong main sect, I would have no face to stay in the New Moon Mystic Mansion, and the New Moon Mystic Mansion would be labeled as heartless and unrighteous!"

Xiao Tianan's brows sank, and then he laughed coldly, "Your meaning... is that your New Moon Mystic Mansion would rather face annihilation than continue to protect this Yun Che?"

Qin Wuyou shook his head, "I, Qin, cannot ignore the safety of the New Moon Mystic Mansion. However, I have a compromise. Sect Master Xiao mentioned that someone from the Xiao Zong main sect will come within ten days to handle this matter. So, can you give me ten days? Within ten days, we will definitely expel Yun Che from the New Moon Mystic Mansion. At that time, he will no longer be our disciple, and we will have no reason to continue protecting him. His life or death will be up to him. As a disciple now, I cannot hand him over."

Xiao Tianan stared at Qin Wuyou for a moment, then slowly nodded, "Lord Qin is indeed a man of righteousness, and I, Xiao Tianan, admire you! Fine, I will give you these ten days! Yun Che is just a lowly life, whether he dies early or late, he will die! I will give him ten more days of life for Lord Qin's sake! However, I hope that after these ten days, your Mystic Mansion will not do anything to make the Xiao Zong difficult."

"Go!!"

Xiao Tianan was also anxious about Xiao Luocheng's condition. Since he could not kill Yun Che tonight, he did not waste any more time, gave an order, and turned to leave.

"Sect Master, are we really just leaving like this?" Xiao Zaihe followed behind Xiao Tianan, his face full of reluctance.

"Hmph! That Qin Wuyou not only has a strong attitude but also has strength not inferior to mine. The people I brought tonight are all ordinary disciples. If we force the issue, we will be at a disadvantage." Xiao Tianan said coldly, "Even if I bring enough strength to attack the Mystic Mansion, it will surely cause trouble from the royal family. He wants ten days, and I will wait these ten days! When the people from the main sect come, not to mention a small Yun Che, this New Moon Mystic Mansion will also be in for a rough time!"

"But ten days can bring many changes. What if Yun Che escapes from this New Moon City..."

"Hmph! Nonsense! Since he is in this New Moon City, how can he escape from our Xiao Zong's grasp! During this time, send people to watch the exits of the New Moon Mystic Mansion. If Yun Che is found leaving, it's best to capture him alive, but if not, kill him on the spot! Also, make sure to have people watch the city gates."

"Yes!"

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"Brother-in-law! It's bad!"

Xia Yuanba rushed back to Yun Che's room, drenched in sweat, and recounted the events in as much detail as possible, then said in a panic, "No! Brother-in-law! You must leave here immediately... This matter actually involves the Xiao Zong main sect, how could this happen!"

"The Xiao Zong main sect..." Yun Che immediately thought of Xiao Kuangyun, his brows slightly furrowed. Then he laughed coldly in his heart, it seemed he and this bunch of Xios were completely at odds.

"But even so, Lord Qin did not immediately hand me over, which is a bit strange." Yun Che tapped his chin. The four major sects had an unparalleled influence in the Cangfeng Empire. Once they were involved, no one dared to hesitate. Although Qin Wuyou was very decisive, he was clearly a rational person. In matters involving the Xiao Zong main sect, he did not immediately choose to hand him over to keep the New Moon Mystic Mansion out of it, but instead insisted on this meaningless ten-day period...

This made Yun Che feel not moved, but rather strange.

After all, he was not Qin Wuyou's benefactor or relative, and he had only just arrived at the Mystic Mansion, causing such a big trouble like a disaster. Protecting him from the branch sect was understandable, given his astonishing talent. But facing the threat of the Xiao Zong main sect, he still did this... it was very unscientific.

"Junior Brother Yun, can I come in?"

A gentle and pleasant female voice came from outside the door. Yun Che was taken aback for a moment, then stood up and said, "Senior Sister, please come in."

The door opened, and Lan Xueruo's incomparably bright and snow-white face appeared in Yun Che's line of sight. Xia Yuanba hurriedly greeted her, saying urgently, "Senior Sister Xueruo, you came just in time. Help my brother-in-law think of a way, we must not let him fall into the hands of the Xiao Zong, otherwise, otherwise..."

"Alas!" Lan Xueruo sighed softly, "I didn't expect things to turn out like this." As she spoke, she suddenly noticed that Yun Che's expression was unexpectedly calm, showing no fear or anxiety, and she was somewhat surprised, "Junior Brother Yun, what do you plan to do next?"

"Hehe!" Yun Che laughed slyly, his gaze lingering on Lan Xueruo's flawless snow-white face, and said with a grin, "I haven't thought about what to do tomorrow, but today, of course, I will enjoy Senior Sister's concern... I didn't expect that in times of trouble, not only Yuanba, but also such a beautiful and gentle senior sister would care, suddenly I feel very happy."

The tense and oppressive atmosphere was strangely altered by Yun Che's few words. Lan Xueruo vaguely sensed something unusual in Yun Che's words and said somewhat unnaturally, "Although you just entered the Mystic Mansion, I am your senior sister, and it is natural for me to worry about you. This matter involves the Xiao Zong main sect, and your life might be at risk. It's a pity that the Mystic Mansion has finally welcomed such a refined and talented junior brother, but he will be gone so soon. I really don't want to let you go."

Yun Che looked at Lan Xueruo for a while, his face finally turning dejected, and he said gloomily, "I am already very happy with these words from Senior Sister. At least, even if I die in the hands of the Xiao Zong, there will be a beautiful senior sister who occasionally remembers me."

"Brother-in-law!" Xia Yuanba clenched his fists, "You won't die in the hands of the Xiao Zong. I will protect you and help you escape from New Moon City! As long as you leave New Moon City, the Cangfeng Empire is vast, they will definitely not find you."

Yun Che smiled at Xia Yuanba but did not speak.

Lan Xueruo suddenly said, "Junior Brother Yun, don't be too pessimistic. I... I might have a way to save you."

"What way?" Yun Che and Xia Yuanba said simultaneously.

Lan Xueruo thought seriously for a moment, then said slowly, "My hometown is in the Cangfeng Imperial City. Within ten days, one of my family members will come to take me home. At that time, he can take you with him. My family member is very powerful in mystic arts and will bring a high-level flying mystic beast. Even if the Xiao Zong branch sect discovers it, they will not be able to stop him from taking you away."