Chapter 61

Chapter 60: Conspiracy (Part 2)

Such a thing, even if Cao Xiong had ten lives, he wouldn't dare. Not to mention him, even the entire Xianyan Ancient Sect wouldn't dare to offend Li Shuangyan. Offending Li Shuangyan was equivalent to offending the entire Nine Holy Demon Sect. Offending such a massive entity was courting death!

"Damn it!" Cao Xiong couldn't help but curse. His genius disciple was not even worth a glance from Li Shuangyan, yet Li Qiyi, such a useless good-for-nothing, could actually gain her favor. This was simply unbelievable.

The only explanation for such a thing was that Li Qiyi was a spy of the Nine Holy Demon Sect, but this explanation was even more absurd, even less reliable than Li Shuangyan favoring Li Qiyi.

If the Nine Holy Demon Sect sent a disciple with an ordinary body, ordinary destiny, and ordinary life to infiltrate the Xianyan Ancient Sect, that would be even more unbelievable. Moreover, if Li Qiyi were a spy, he would be the most unqualified spy. Who has ever seen such a brazen spy?

Even Cao Xiong himself didn't believe that Li Qiyi was a spy of the Nine Holy Demon Sect; it was merely a means to undermine Li Qiyi!

Since Li Qiyi wasn't a spy of the Nine Holy Demon Sect, why did Li Shuangyan favor him so much? Could it really be because of the marriage alliance between the two families? Or perhaps Li Shuangyan genuinely liked Li Qiyi?

Such questions made Cao Xiong rack his brains. His face was extremely grim, and in the end, he went to a place in the Xianyan Ancient Sect.

On the main peak of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, which was now the place with the most concentrated heavenly essence, today, the main hall of this peak was not inhabited by the elders or the protectors of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, but by the guest minister Dong Shenglong of the Xianyan Ancient Sect!

A guest minister, such a position exists in many sects and even in many territories. As a guest minister of a sect or a country, one usually enjoys the tribute of the sect or the country, does not interfere with the affairs of the sect, and only helps when the sect or the country is in trouble!

Dong Shenglong was the guest minister of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, and he was also the only guest minister of the Xianyan Ancient Sect!

In the ancient hall, the aura of a king and a prince spread like mercury, seeping into every crevice, making outsiders dare not approach! Inside the ancient hall, an old man in a green robe exuded a formidable aura, undoubtedly a powerful king and a seasoned prince!

Dong Shenglong, the guest minister of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, was a powerful figure who could make people change color. His cultivation was even stronger than the six elders of the Xianyan Ancient Sect.

At this moment, Dong Shenglong and Cao Xiong were drinking together at a table. Although they were at the same table, Cao Xiong was cautious and respectful.

"Brother Cao, you seem to be quite restless lately." Dong Shenglong poured wine for Cao Xiong. As a king and a prince, he seemed approachable, but his deep, unfathomable eyes exuded a chilling light that could devour people!

Cao Xiong silently drank the fine wine, not speaking for a moment. Of course, he had a purpose for coming, but he was unwilling to speak first. He was waiting for Dong Shenglong to make the first move.

"Brother Cao, are you here to help the sect leader with his worries?" Dong Shenglong continued to pour wine for Cao Xiong, a smile on his face, but the coldness in his eyes was terrifying.

Although Dong Shenglong was a guest minister of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, in fact, he had a remarkable background. His title as a king and a prince was not self-proclaimed; it was bestowed by the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom.

Dong Shenglong himself was born into the nobility of the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom. His family had a complex relationship with the Holy Heaven Sect, which ruled the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom, and could even be considered a branch of the Holy Heaven Sect.

Dong Shenglong's family was not weak, far stronger than the current Xianyan Ancient Sect!

Dong Shenglong coming to the Xianyan Ancient Sect as a guest minister was certainly not because the Xianyan Ancient Sect invited him. What a joke, the Xianyan Ancient Sect and the Holy Heaven Sect were almost enemies!

Thirty thousand years ago, the Xianyan Ancient Sect declined, and the Holy Heaven Sect launched an attack on the Xianyan Ancient Sect. The Xianyan Ancient Sect not only lost the ancient kingdom it had ruled for countless eras but also saw almost all of its supreme elders die in that battle!

After this battle, the Xianyan Ancient Sect never recovered, while the Holy Heaven Sect established the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom on the ruins of the Xianyan Ancient Sect's ancient kingdom!

Dong Shenglong was a noble of the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom and was bestowed the title of king and prince by the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom. How could the Xianyan Ancient Sect invite him to be a guest minister? He was appointed by the emperor of the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom.

The Xianyan Ancient Sect had no choice but to accept Dong Shenglong as a guest minister. Today's Xianyan Ancient Sect could no longer compete with the powerful Holy Heaven Sect and the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom. The Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom sent a guest minister, and the Xianyan Ancient Sect could only treat him like a deity.

Dong Shenglong had his own mission as a guest minister in the Xianyan Ancient Sect, so he was quite low-key. He rarely went out and did not interfere with the affairs of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, which is why many of the protectors and elders of the Xianyan Ancient Sect did not reject him as much.

As an elder of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, Cao Xiong, like many other protectors and elders, had been hostile to Dong Shenglong in the past. However, Cao Xiong also had his own frustrations. He had always harbored ambitions for the position of sect leader.

In the past, the succession of the sect leader was determined by rank. The previous sect leader would either pass the position to the chief elder or to him!

However, later, a mysterious figure, Su Yonghuang, emerged, causing him to lose the position of sect leader! Over the years, Cao Xiong had no hope of becoming the sect leader, so he placed his hopes on his disciple, He Yingjian.

Because of this, Cao Xiong had tried several times to make his disciple, He Yingjian, the chief disciple, but the progress was not smooth.

This result made Cao Xiong unhappy and frustrated, unable to achieve his ambitions. In such a situation, Dong Shenglong's friendly gestures gradually brought Cao Xiong closer to him, and his hostility towards Dong Shenglong diminished.

Later, Dong Shenglong hinted several times that he and his backers could help him become the sect leader of the Xianyan Ancient Sect!

Cao Xiong was not unmoved by Dong Shenglong's overtures! He knew the power of Dong Shenglong's backers! But he also knew what Dong Shenglong wanted!

If he truly allied with Dong Shenglong, Cao Xiong knew that becoming the sect leader would not be difficult. However, once he allied with Dong Shenglong, he would have to make sacrifices. Dong Shenglong and the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom were not easy to deal with, and this transaction would mean betraying the Xianyan Ancient Sect and its ancestors.

Although Cao Xiong had ambitions for the sect leader position and was tempted by Dong Shenglong's overtures, as an elder of the Xianyan Ancient Sect and a disciple born and raised there, he could not cross his moral底线. After all, betraying the Xianyan Ancient Sect and its ancestors was a matter of conscience!

Of course, Dong Shenglong was not in a hurry. The Xianyan Ancient Sect had already declined, and its resources would eventually fall into his hands. He had enough patience. Of course, if Cao Xiong could ally with him, that would be even better.

Cao Xiong drank his wine without responding, and Dong Shenglong only smiled, a smile that did not reach his eyes.

"The sect leader is outside, and I don't need to share his worries." Finally, Cao Xiong put down his wine cup and said.

Dong Shenglong smiled, a smile that did not reach his eyes, and said, "Brother Cao, as a senior of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, you have devoted yourself to the sect. I admire you. As an elder of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, you should also see the current situation clearly."

Cao Xiong came here to hear this sentence. He looked at Dong Shenglong and said, "I am dull, please enlighten me, Brother Dong."

Dong Shenglong smiled, a smile that did not reach his eyes, and said, "Brother Cao, although the Nine Holy Demon Sect claims to be here for the marriage alliance, have you ever considered that they might be here for something specific from the Xianyan Ancient Sect?"

"Perhaps." Cao Xiong did not give a direct answer, but he knew it in his heart.

Dong Shenglong was not worried about Cao Xiong maintaining his stance; he was worried that the fish would not take the bait. As long as the fish took the bait, everything would be easy. Was he worried that Cao Xiong would not be tempted?

"Brother Cao, have you ever thought about it? In the end, the only one who can protect the Xianyan Ancient Sect is the Bao Sheng Upper Kingdom. The Nine Holy Demon Sect is far away, and they only want their things. They don't care about the fate of the Xianyan Ancient Sect." Dong Shenglong said sincerely.

"The marriage alliance between the two sects is not necessarily a bad thing." Cao Xiong still spoke slowly.

Dong Shenglong smiled, with deep meaning, and said, "Of course, from my personal standpoint, I don't mind the marriage alliance between the two sects. It's a good thing, and I should congratulate you. If the marriage alliance really happens, I think it would be perfect if your talented disciple, He Yingjian, could marry Princess Li."

"Unfortunately, my disciple is not the chief disciple!" Cao Xiong finally said slowly.

"The marriage alliance doesn't necessarily require the chief disciple, does it?" The fish had taken the bait, and Dong Shenglong smiled. Cao Xiong could not escape his palm. He was confident and said to Cao Xiong, "Although the two sects have a marriage agreement, what if something happens to the chief disciple, or if the chief disciple of the Xianyan Ancient Sect commits a serious crime?"

"How do you mean, Brother Dong?" Cao Xiong's eyes narrowed, and he said.

Dong Shenglong smiled and said, "Brother Cao, some people, after achieving a little success, become arrogant and overstep their bounds, violating the rules of the sect. Don't you think so? For example, the chief disciple of the Xianyan Ancient Sect, Li Qiyi, if he really commits a crime, the Xianyan Ancient Sect should deal with him fairly. Such a troublemaker, if not dealt with, would be detrimental to the Xianyan Ancient Sect."

Cao Xiong's eyes narrowed, but he remained silent for a long time.

Dong Shenglong also looked at Cao Xiong and finally said slowly, "Brother Cao, since you think of me when you have difficulties, I will do my best to help. Whatever you have in mind, just do it. If the sky falls, isn't it my responsibility to help you?"

"Brother Dong, I am grateful for your support." Finally, Cao Xiong stood up, bowed, and said.

After Cao Xiong left, Dong Shenglong smiled and slowly said, "Once you're on this boat, I'm not afraid you won't betray the Xianyan Ancient Sect. Cao Xiong, Cao Xiong, it seems you need my help to compete with the old man!"

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