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Chapter 13: Killing Intent as Sharp as a Sword!:
The main peak of the Absolute Beginning Holy Sect towered amidst the clouds. A waterfall, thousands of feet long, cascaded down the cliff, resembling a suspended Milky Way, with a thunderous roar like a stampede of ten thousand horses—magnificent and awe-inspiring.
Outside the ancient halls, spirit cranes and white deer wandered about, their presence adding to the ethereal atmosphere, making it seem like a paradise.
A stunningly beautiful woman, akin to a celestial being, floated past the crowd, leaving behind a trail of intoxicating fragrance.
“Yun Xi, why don’t you greet your future Dao companion?” Yan Yunkong shouted carelessly.
Hearing these words, the Holy Maiden ’s steps paused slightly, then she continued walking forward, her voice calm as she replied, “Yan Yunkong, mind your own business. Even if I am to become Su Mu’s Dao companion in the future, that’s only in the future.”
“Isn’t that inevitable?” Yan Yunkong muttered, though he noticeably lowered his voice, as if somewhat wary of Yun Xi.
“What Dao companion?”
Behind Su Mu, Gu Xiaosang asked instinctively.
“Miss, are you not aware? In all the holy lands, the Holy Son and the Holy Maiden often become Dao companions… Of course, there are exceptions, but they are relatively rare.” Jiang Feng explained with a smile, glancing at her. He secretly marveled at Su Mu’s good fortune.
This young girl, though still young, had a temperament quite similar to Holy Maiden Yun Xi, but with a bit more coldness. Her entire being was enveloped in a faint moonlight, already possessing the makings of a peerless beauty. It was said that she had an extremely rare Guanghan Spiritual Physique!
Given time, her beauty might not be inferior to Yun Xi’s at all.
“Oh…”
Gu Xiaosang blinked her large, bright eyes and secretly glanced at Su Mu, only to find him staring at the Holy Maiden’s back. For some reason, a faint sense of loss welled up in her heart.
“Gu Xiaosang, what are you thinking?” She stretched out her small hand and gently patted her smooth, jade-like face, murmuring to herself, “You’re just the young master’s servant. Whoever the young master chooses as his Dao companion in the future… what does that have to do with you? Get a grip!”
In truth, the reason Su Mu was observing Yun Xi was because he suddenly remembered… This Holy Maiden of the Absolute Beginning Holy Sect had a rather complicated background.
According to the original novel, she would have a confrontation with a wild beast during an adventure outside, both sides suffering heavy injuries. This event would entangle her fate with the protagonist Gu Chen and later on, she would even provide him with significant assistance.
But now…
Everything was completely out of order. A great battle that was supposed to take place in Yanmen City had not occurred.
At this moment, Gu Chen, who should have been outside cultivating and rapidly advancing his strength with the help of his mysterious master, acquiring various treasures and techniques, was now languishing in a prison!
(Inside the hall)
The Absolute Beginning Holy Sect's Sect Master sat at the main seat, while the elders with actual authority occupied the seats on either side.
“Greetings, Sect Master. Greetings, elders.”
Su Mu entered the hall, his expression calm and composed, showing neither arrogance nor servility.
Yan Yunkong and Jiang Feng bowed alongside him.
Suddenly, a cold, low voice thundered out like a clap of thunder, laden with a tone of accusation: “Su Mu, the establishment of the Holy Son position is a matter of great importance for the future of the Absolute Beginning Holy Sect. How dare you bring a maid here? Such disrespect!”
Gu Xiaosang’s delicate face turned slightly pale. Her beautiful eyes showed a hint of panic as she looked at Su Mu.
“I’m a bit tired.”
Su Mu acted as if he hadn’t heard the accusation. He sat down in his designated spot and said, “Xiaosang, massage my shoulders.”
“Yes!”
Hearing her young master’s calm voice, Gu Xiaosang immediately felt at ease. She stood behind him and stretched out her small, jade-like hands to gently massage his shoulders.
Such blatant disregard made the elder’s face flush with embarrassment. His eyes filled with anger, and he wore a look of bitter disappointment.
“Such disgrace! Such disgrace!” He cried out, his voice trembling with anger. “You’re not even officially the Saint yet, and you already disregard the elders! If you were to be officially named the Holy Son and even become the Holy Lord in the future… would you turn the entire Holy Land into your personal domain?”
He threw down a heavy accusation.
Yan Yunkong and Jiang Feng sat quietly, their eyes lowered as if they were invisible. This had nothing to do with them.
It was clearly an attempt to give Su Mu a hard time, a common occurrence in the Absolute Beginning Holy Sect.
In a great power like this, the Sect Master didn’t have absolute authority, as the intricate relationships behind the scenes were extremely complex.
Upon hearing the elder’s words, Su Mu furrowed his eyebrows slightly and slowly stood up.
“What are you doing?”
The elder’s expression changed, and he stared at Su Mu warily, as if facing a great enemy. He was well aware that Su Mu had already touched upon the “Sword Dao.” Despite being a full major realm below him in cultivation…
If it really came down to a fight, he might not be able to win!
“Nothing.”
Su Mu spoke indifferently, turning to leave the hall. “If Elder Situ believes that this disciple is unfit to be the Holy Son, then… I won’t be the Holy Son. Xiaosang, let’s go.”
“Yes, young master!”
Gu Xiaosang quickly followed behind him.
“Well, that’s a bold move!”
Yan Yunkong discreetly gave a thumbs-up.
The Absolute Beginning Holy Sect's Sect Master had remained silent, his eyes half-closed, but now a faint smile played at the corners of his mouth.
Su Mu’s appointment as the Holy Son was an indisputable fact. The moment that world-shaking sword light appeared, his prestige reached its peak. If he were not ultimately titled the Holy Son, it would cause an uproar among the disciples of the entire Absolute Beginning Holy Sect, leading them to question the decisions of the higher-ups. This would be fatal for any power!
If someone as talented as Su Mu couldn’t receive fair treatment, then what about the ordinary disciples?
Sure enough, seeing Su Mu about to leave, Elder Situ panicked.
“Stop right there!”
He quickly shouted, “As one of the three Holy Son candidates, how can you be so frivolous? You can’t just leave!”
Boom!
Su Mu turned back, his expression cold and indifferent. His blood surged, boiling like molten lava.
Golden light flowed over his entire body, his hair disheveled, and his eyes shot out two beams of golden brilliance.
His killing intent was as sharp as a sword, cutting straight towards the elder!
“Neither staying nor leaving is right. Situ Yan, who do you think you are? Do you really believe you can bully me?”
-To be continued!
T/N: Thanks for reading!
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