Chapter 59

The cultivation and strength of the Elder from Dongzhou, along with the无形 pressure he brought, naturally far surpassed what Yan Xu could compare to.

Yan Zhaoge's expression remained calm. After greeting the Elder from Dongzhou, he looked at Feng Yunsheng behind him: "Elder, this is the person I mentioned to you."

"Her original name is Feng Muge, now she is called Feng Yunsheng."

Hearing the name "Feng Muge," the Elder from Dongzhou nodded slightly. At his level, he knew many things.

Yan Zhaoge then introduced Feng Yunsheng: "Junior Sister Feng, this is the Chief Elder of Tian Dongzhou, Elder Qin."

Feng Yunsheng gave a proper bow, without the slightest flaw in etiquette: "Junior Feng Yunsheng, I greet you, Senior."

She was very clear about the appropriate demeanor for different occasions and the difference between being free-spirited and being disrespectful.

Given her background and knowledge, she naturally knew that the tall old man before her was the Chief Elder who guarded Guangcheng Mountain in the entire Tian Dongzhou.

In the internal rules and regulations of Guangcheng Mountain, there were Chief Elders, Chief Affairs Elders, and Chief Disciplinary Elders.

Perhaps in terms of cultivation and power, Elder Qin might not be as strong, but in terms of status, he was on the same level as Yan Zhaoge's father, Yan Di, just with different jurisdictions, one internal and one external.

Theoretically, any matter that occurred within Tian Dongzhou could be handled by Elder Qin.

However, this time, the matter concerning Feng Yunsheng was too significant, so Elder Qin could not make a decision alone.

People from the main gate of Guangcheng Mountain were already on their way, and Elder Qin had specially come to Dongtang to get a preliminary understanding.

However, if they couldn't pass this hurdle with Elder Qin, there would be no future to speak of.

Yan Zhaoge looked at Elder Qin. This old man was a senior in the sect, from the same generation as the old sect leader, and had always been impartial between his father Yan Di and Second Master Uncle.

There was no hope of receiving special favor, but there was also no need to worry about him causing trouble like Yan Xu.

Everything would be based on facts and the overall interests of Guangcheng Mountain.

"Chief Elder Qin, as I initially reported to you, this Junior Sister Feng is a disciple of the Great Sun Holy Sect, who has now left her sect and wishes to join our Guangcheng Mountain."

Yan Zhaoge said calmly.

Elder Qin listened quietly without speaking.

Yan Xu did not interject either. Yan Zhaoge could not have been unaware of the impact that Guangcheng Mountain taking in a defector from the Great Sun Holy Sect would have.

But even so, he still brought Feng Yunsheng back, and Elder Qin did not immediately oppose it, which stirred the main gate, indicating that there were more special circumstances.

Yan Zhaoge said quietly, "Elder, you should remember the piece of intelligence we obtained during the investigation of the Great Sun Holy Sect's Taiyin Maiden, which mentioned a name, Feng Muge."

"That piece of intelligence was later considered false due to Meng Wan's sudden appearance, but it was not actually false."

"Feng Muge is real, and she is the Junior Sister Feng behind me."

The people present, apart from Elder Qin and Yan Xu, were also heavyweights of Guangcheng Mountain in Tian Dongzhou.

Apart from Elder Qin, who already knew, Yan Xu and others' eyes lit up at the mention of "Taiyin Maiden."

For years, the vast Tian domain had been searching for a Taiyin Maiden, but none had been found.

Guangcheng Mountain had even secretly sent people to other territories in hopes of finding one, but still came up empty-handed.

In the past two years' Taiyin Trials, Guangcheng Mountain could only watch from the sidelines, helplessly and regretfully, as other holy lands vied for the Taiyin Crown.

If Feng Yunsheng were truly the Taiyin Maiden, then even under the pressure of the Great Sun Holy Sect, Guangcheng Mountain would have to keep her.

Elder Qin nodded first, then asked calmly, "In your previous report, you only mentioned that this young friend Feng's Taiyin body was damaged, but you didn't specify the extent of the damage."

"Cultivating a Taiyin Maiden requires a lot of resources, but with the Great Sun Holy Sect's foundation, even with Meng Wan, cultivating two Taiyin Maidens is still manageable."

"The loss of a Taiyin Maiden is no small matter; the Great Sun Holy Sect would not be so careless."

"Unless, young friend Feng's Taiyin body is completely ruined?"

Yan Zhaoge's tone remained flat as he answered truthfully, "That is indeed the case now."

Elder Qin's brows furrowed slightly as he looked at Yan Zhaoge and Feng Yunsheng.

Yan Xu then slowly spoke, "Even the Great Sun Holy Sect would not use a Taiyin Maiden as a spy."

"But if she is a common disciple with a ruined Taiyin body, it might be possible."

The people present, regardless of whether they were aligned with Yan Xu or not, frowned and scrutinized Yan Zhaoge and Feng Yunsheng.

Today's matter was indeed no small affair.

If Feng Yunsheng's Taiyin body were intact, there would be no question; Guangcheng Mountain would immediately take her in, and Yan Zhaoge would be credited with a great deed.

If Feng Yunsheng had lost her Taiyin body, then Guangcheng Mountain would have to carefully consider whether to take her in.

Taking in a defector from another holy land was a serious matter, especially since the Great Sun Holy Sect and Guangcheng Mountain were not on good terms. Such an act could further escalate their hostile relationship.

Yan Zhaoge, who caused all this, would be labeled as reckless and impetuous, bringing unnecessary trouble to the sect.

If Feng Yunsheng were a spy sent by the Great Sun Holy Sect, then taking her in would lead to future troubles, making Yan Zhaoge the primary culprit and a major offender.

Yan Zhaoge remained unperturbed, "Junior Sister Feng was bullied by her fellow disciples in the Great Sun Holy Sect, and the elders in the sect could not uphold justice for her, even going so far as to distort the truth and try to kill her."

"The only master who cared for her, her personal mentor, fell in a conflict with the Flame Demon in the East Sea not long ago. After hearing the news, she, who had been in hiding for two years, truly left the Great Sun Holy Sect and even killed three fellow disciples."

Yan Zhaoge looked at everyone, "Two years ago, she fled the Great Sun Holy Sect because she severely injured Xiao Sheng, and has been pursued by him ever since."

Yan Xu said coldly, "The Great Sun Holy Sect might not be unwilling to sacrifice the lives of three young disciples if she were a dead spy."

Yan Zhaoge smiled, "That's not impossible, but I wonder if the Great Sun Holy Sect's Grand Elder would be willing to let his only grandson, his only heir, become a eunuch from now on?"

The hall fell silent instantly.

Yan Xu was also taken aback, and Elder Qin frowned and asked, "You mean..."

Yan Zhaoge said seriously, "Xiao Sheng was injured in a certain area by Junior Sister Feng... well, in a certain sense, he is also ruined."

Feng Yunsheng also said seriously, bowing, "I acted in a moment of desperation. Although Xiao Sheng deserved his punishment, it may have been inappropriate. Please do not hold it against me, Seniors."

Yan Zhaoge said, "I protected her, and during my second encounter with Xiao Sheng, I confirmed this."

"Of course, it's also possible that Xiao Sheng was castrated for other reasons... no, I mean, he became impotent, and the Great Sun Holy Sect used him for their own ends."

"So if Junior Sister Feng joins our sect, some investigations will still be necessary, but overall, I believe her story is credible."

Yan Xu's lips twitched, and he grunted, no longer dwelling on the previous issue, "Let's talk about this after we confirm that her Taiyin body is not ruined."

Elder Qin remained silent, pondering. The decision Guangcheng Mountain had to make was crucial.

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