Chapter 1808 - 663: Candid and Open Discussion (Part 3)

When his words reached this point, a cold ’humph’ was heard from the corner:

"Are you pleased that Jingxin Hall is unwelcome in Jianghu?"

A woman wearing white clothes, her face covered with a veil and a bamboo hat on her head, now stood up, casually removed her hat, and gave Sikong Hua Ji a fierce glare.

This person was none other than the Jingxin Hall Master.

Everyone present had heard that the Jingxin Hall Master was in cahoots with the Blood Lotus Sect Leader.

Killing and nurturing strange flowers with fresh blood.

The crimes committed were countless.

Jingxin Hall had become indistinguishable from the Demon Sect.

While they had gathered to join the excitement of Jinglong Hall, others had flocked to Xiao Jingshan.

Now, Jingxin Hall was a target of universal hatred, and the Jingxin Hall Master had vanished.

Unexpectedly, she had come to Imperial Court Mountain as well.

Sikong Hua Ji grinned:

"It’s been over ten years since we parted ways deep in the clouds, hasn’t it?

"If it weren’t for Zhuge Qianqiu’s reckless actions in Jinglong Hall this time, we might not have had such an opportunity to meet."

"Indeed, although one hall, eight sects, and nine peaks are spoken of together, they rarely gather to meet."

The Jingxin Hall Master nodded slightly:

"Shisan was deprived of his martial arts and found his way to me.

"Are you aware of these matters?"

"I may not be aware, yet it is foreseeable."

Sikong Hua Ji took a deep breath:

"Lord Shu has warned that a formidable enemy approaches.

"Xizhou must unify to counter the enemy.

"Considering what has transpired on Imperial Court Mountain, if their tactics are allowed to continue unchecked.

"Tianjing Sect might follow in Jingxin Hall’s footsteps.

"If careless, it’s possible that others might also be implicated.

"Rather than that, it’s better to strike first!

"Use this chance to leverage the Xizhou Martial World, redirect it into the sea, and then aim for greater ambitions!"

"Indeed, those are Lord Shu’s methods."

The Jingxin Hall Master smiled gently but then changed her tone:

"However, there might be a turnaround in this matter, and there’s no need for extensive slaughter.

"Currently, our Jinglong Association is in need of manpower.

"Anyone at today’s gathering willing to sincerely pledge allegiance and consume the Dingxin Pill.

"May preserve their good lives."

Upon hearing this, some of the Jianghu people present displayed emotion.

The voice of one person was heard asking:

"And what is this Dingxin Pill?"

"It is a sacred tranquilizing item."

The Jingxin Hall Master explained with a smile:

"After consumption, when practicing martial arts, it calms the mind and soul, abandoning distractions, and reduces the risk of Deviation.

"However, I must first say that one must consume a pill every six months.

"Otherwise, they will surely die from poison.

"Rest assured.

"As long as you serve the Jinglong Association faithfully, Dingxin Pills will be delivered on time and quantity, along with countless rewards, making your martial arts ever more formidable!"

Upon hearing this, the people present were momentarily troubled.

The Jingxin Hall Master played the villain first and gentleman later.

Directly disclosing the truth about the Dingxin Pill, leaving the choice to the people themselves.

Take it, and salvation is yours.

Refuse, and a battle awaits.

Life or death, each according to destiny!

The moment this thought arose, someone slammed the table harshly:

"Is this meant to make us your dogs?"

"And what of it?"

The Duan Dao Association Master sneered coldly, glancing at the speaker:

"Zhuge Yingxiong of Jinglong Hall is indeed our dog; he lives high and mighty, far superior to you all?

"Otherwise, why have you hurried here to curry favor today?

"Only because this dog has become disobedient, his kennel was vacated, allowing you a place to survive.

"Now, do you wish to become the next Zhuge Yingxiong, Zhuge Qianqiu, or a lifeless corpse?

"This choice isn’t difficult, right?"

At these words, ’Sikong Hua Ji’ burst into three bouts of laughter, suddenly reached out, and removed the Human Skin Mask from his face, speaking coldly:

"What an easy choice.

"Since my father’s time in Jinglong Hall, every word and action had to obey commands.

"If ordered to kill, whether dear friends, relatives, or blood-linked parents and siblings.

"We had to kill them all!

"Otherwise, every family member would perish abnormally.

"My father thought he had reached another grade within Jianghu’s realms.

"Unexpectedly, it was the start of a lifelong nightmare.

"Threatened into committing countless actions against his own heart.

"Even slight disobedience from others led us to execute them to the last.

"Destroying entire clans over trivial matters.

"Furthermore... to prevent secrets from being exposed, all friends and brothers had to sever all ties...

"They even forced him to abduct his brother’s wife on the wedding night!

"Leading to the ruin of several friends’ lives..."

"Silence!"

’Zhuge Qianqiu’ suddenly interrupted with a shout.

Only upon realizing his blunder did Zhuge Qianqiu instinctively look at ’Zhuge Qianqiu’, who slowly removed the disguise from his face, revealing a face seven-tenths similar but much older than Zhuge Qianqiu.

He looked at Zhuge Qianqiu with a somber expression:

"How did you learn of this matter?"

"I..."

Zhuge Qianqiu lowered his head slightly, speechless.

The crowd looked at this old man, but none were surprised.

This person was Zhuge Yingxiong.

Zhuge Qianqiu disguised himself as Sikong Hua Ji, Zhuge Yingxiong disguised himself as Zhuge Qianqiu.

And Sikong Hua Ji disguised himself as Jiang Yangliu.

Everyone had now removed their masks and spoke openly.

But just at this moment, a suppressed voice arose:

"You said, Zhuge Simpleton was coerced by Jinglong Association on the wedding night of Lord Ban Shu to abduct Zhi Ying.

"Was it after being threatened by Jinglong Association?"

Upon hearing these words, everyone could not help but look in the direction of the voice.

At the table, there were clearly nine people.

Yet seven were slouched on the table, motionless.

Only an old man and a middle-aged man sat upright.

Bo Yan immediately recognized the old man; none other than Lord Ban Shu.

And the speaker was the middle-aged man.

He gazed coldly at Zhuge Yingxiong:

"I ask you, is this truly the case?"