Chapter 1764 - 650: Good Work

Tonight there are no stars, and the sky is filled with dark clouds.

The silence on Imperial Court Mountain was shattered by the voice saying, "Bo Yan is visiting."

In an instant, it wasn’t only the people inside the Snake Cave in the back mountain who instinctively turned toward the source of the voice.

Everyone on Imperial Court Mountain, including the disciples of Tianjing Sect and visiting guests, all heard it clearly.

They all stepped out from their rooms.

Some people, lacking knowledge, didn’t know who Bo Yan was.

They whispered among themselves, either asking their companions or inquiring from elders.

But there were also those who understood immediately.

The character "Xiao," one of the Three Wonders and Five Elders, disliked this title and always referred to himself as Bo Yan.

It was he, one of the Three Wonders and Five Elders, who had arrived!

But why had Bo Yan suddenly arrived at Tianjing Sect seeking Sikong Hua Ji?

Of course, it’s one thing merely to seek an audience.

Given that he arrived at night and announced himself with such a grand display, surely he had other motives.

In an instant, everyone became excited.

In the Jianghu, excitement is welcomed, and if none occurs, it’s created.

Now, with the excitement right before them, it was like a prelude to the hall master’s coming-of-age ceremony, wasn’t it quite nice?

They immediately began to move, eager to see how Sikong Hua Ji would respond.

Before they could get closer, and before Tianjing Sect’s disciples could make a move, a voice resounded from Weiyang Palace:

"Bo Yan is indeed an esteemed guest; had I known you were coming, I would have personally welcomed you from afar.

"But, I have heard of your refined nature, so why visit so suddenly at Yin Ye?"

This voice, propelled by Inner Strength, was extraordinary.

It spread across the entire Imperial Court Mountain.

However, it lacked the subtlety found in Bo Yan’s words, being more straightforward, indicative of great Inner Strength.

Bo Yan waited for the voice to finish before speaking:

"I’ve heard that Sikong Sect Master possesses a Divine Skill, lethal in practice, without restraint.

"Such sinister means are outrageously offensive.

"I, Bo Yan, lacking skill, have come at Yin Ye seeking guidance on this Skill.

"I implore Sikong Sect Master to generously instruct me."

Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned.

Sikong Hua Ji is the Sect Master of Tianjing Sect, and naturally, Tianjing Sect has its Supreme Divine Skill, a treasured sect legacy.

Moreover, Tianjing Sect has long been upright in conduct, its disciples renowned in Jianghu.

How could Sikong Hua Ji, as the Sect Leader, practice lethal techniques, much less without restraint?

Immediately, someone shouted:

"Where is Bo Yan? Please show yourself and explain what this is about!"

"Indeed, Sikong Sect Master is always benevolent, and you speak groundlessly. What reasoning do you have?"

These people were listening to Bo Yan and Sikong Hua Ji speak.

Yet at this moment, neither Sikong Hua Ji nor Bo Yan was visible.

All could hear their voices but see neither person.

Bo Yan ignored everyone’s words.

He simply waited quietly for Sikong Hua Ji’s response.

Sikong Hua Ji’s voice soon emerged:

"I don’t understand what you mean.

"All that I have learned was taught by my Mentor.

"My natural aptitude is limited, my comprehension ordinary.

"Tianjing Sect’s martial arts are vast and profound.

"With my abilities, even throughout my life, I fear I may never reach the pinnacle.

"Why forsake proximity for far-reaching ways to attain goals?

"Bo Yan has always been less concerned with Jianghu matters, focused on music theory, and inevitably straightforward, unaware of the ruthlessness of the Jianghu.

"May I ask, who told you of this matter?

"Dare they come face me in person for clarification?"

Upon hearing Sikong Hua Ji’s words, everyone instinctively nodded.

The message was beautifully delivered.

First, it extolled his sect’s Absolute Skill, providing a reason why he wouldn’t learn other martial arts.

Then, rather than accusing Bo Yan of slander, he simply said Bo Yan was steeped in music, seldom discussing human nature.

Therefore, unaware of the complexities of Jianghu and unpredictable human nature.

Perhaps he was misled, unbeknownst to him.

Revealing the source, Sikong Hua Ji was willing to face them directly.

True or false, there would ultimately be an answer.

Speaking such words before the Tianxia martial jianghu, Sikong Hua Ji daring to say such a thing made it easier to believe.

Thus, after these words were spoken, they caused the disciples of Jianghu who were watching to nod repeatedly.

Yet Bo Yan lightly chuckled:

"Is Sikong Sect Master underestimating Bo Yan?

"And underestimating the world?

"Your words may deceive for a while but cannot forever.

"Now you want me to reveal the name, merely intending to silence them forever.

"Tianjing Sect’s power is immense, and I know them, yet have no martial arts skills.

"How could they be opponents to you?

"Sikong Sect Master, no more words, let us duel, let’s see if Bo Yan has the skill to draw out your Heavenly Seizing God Transformation Great Technique.

"If successful, the truth will be revealed to the world.

"And if not, then you truly need not prove yourself to anyone.

"Wouldn’t that be satisfying?"

"Why must the gentleman be so aggressive?"

Sikong Hua Ji’s voice turned cold:

"Guests are welcomed, I initially intended to treat you with courtesy.

"But this behavior of yours is genuinely disconcerting..."

Before anyone on-site could speak, a bizarre sound rang out, like a string being wound, though not the pleasing sound, rather entangled together and suddenly released.

Buzz!!!

The strings of the qin rang out.

And a loud explosion was heard.

A window in one room of Weiyang Palace burst suddenly.

A figure escaped from within, crossing the void rapidly, like walking on air.

A single hand extended, a Big Handprint reaching toward distant branches.