Chapter 832 - 829: Rumors in the Shadows

After returning to the Infinite Sword Sect, it happened that Sword Obsession was busy with sect affairs, so this matter was delayed.

Ye Fan and the other two were cultivating on the mountain, but Feng Shaohao and Li’er noticed that Zhou Zhimei came to the mountain every day, either to bring food to Ye Fan.

Or to spar with Ye Fan.

Alright! They decided to endure it, but the key point is that the food brought didn’t include portions for them, it was all for Ye Fan, which was a bit unreasonable.

At this time, Li’er said to Feng Shaohao, "Senior Brother, in my opinion, Zhou Zhimei is probably in love with Senior Brother."

"How do you know?"

Feng Shaohao asked woodenly.

Li’er pinched Feng Shaohao fiercely, causing him to grimace in pain.

Li’er said, "As a woman, I understand women well, it’s just you dumb guys who don’t get it."

"I see, then how does Senior Brother feel about it?"

Feng Shaohao asked Li’er,

If Li’er hadn’t mentioned it, he really wouldn’t have known about this matter.

Li’er said, "Senior Brother is a scary person, he captivates Zhou Zhimei completely with an air of nonchalance!"

"He’s definitely a charming person!"

It must be said, Li’er’s assessment of Ye Fan hit the nail on the head!

Feng Shaohao said, "Well, that’s their business, we’d better stay out of it!"

"Yeah, yeah!"

Li’er nodded.

Feng Shaohao wouldn’t dare get involved! They’re top talents in the sect, where would they have the authority to manage them, even if they wanted to, they wouldn’t dare.

A few days later, a piece of news suddenly spread within the sect, it couldn’t be described as anything less than grand because since Ye Fan defeated Luo Ting last time, he’s been keeping a low profile.

Who knew that this time the news would cause such an uproar.

When Ye Fan received this news, he was furious beyond words, wondering who was throwing dirty water on him, making him out to be so reprehensible.

The sect was rife with rumors that the King of Heaven had harshly stated that among the seven peaks of the Infinite Sword Sect, aside from Yanqi Peak, the others were trash.

Moreover, he had already defeated Luo Ting, and boasted of beating Yang Xiu with fists, kicking Xu Zun, and grabbing Zhou Zhimei to warm his bed,

For a time, Yanqi Peak and Ye Fan became the focus of everyone’s attention.

Such big words, not afraid of biting his tongue.

Li’er didn’t mind much, but Feng Shaohao, who liked to stroll down the mountain, had been beaten several times until he had a pig’s head face. He knew he couldn’t go on living like this.

At this moment, he said to Ye Fan, feeling aggrieved, "Senior Brother, most likely someone is framing you! But we can’t go on like this!

"Should we think of a countermeasure?

In fact, he was also frustrated, as he couldn’t even dare to leave Yanqi Peak anymore. Once he did, it would be open season for everyone to beat him.

Li’er felt distressed for Feng Shaohao.

At this time, Ye Fan said coldly, "Indeed, someone is meddling, could it be Wei Yan and Luo Ting spreading these rumors?"

"No, they wouldn’t dare to show their faces in public anymore!"

Feng Shaohao immediately replied.

Ye Fan said, "Then it is strange, it seems to be aimed personally at me, the key is I haven’t offended anyone!"

"Never mind, post a notice later, just say I didn’t make such harsh remarks! Tell them to wash up and sleep early!"

Ye Fan felt quite disturbed, as he was already busy enough, he never expected to be caught off guard at such a critical juncture!

At this rate, Yanqi Peak’s reputation was bound to be ruined, after all, he wasn’t such an arrogant person, which was why he had been trying to uncover the truth these past few days, but the person spreading the rumors was numerous, making it impossible to trace.

However, this issue didn’t get truly resolved, instead, it escalated further, and Yang Xiu had already announced he’d challenge Ye Fan in half a month.

When he heard this news, Ye Fan almost cried, not because he feared Yang Xiu, as he never shied away from a fight,

but because he didn’t want it to happen this way.

This issue is truly giving everyone headaches!

Zhou Zhimei arrived.

She said to Ye Fan, "I know who spread the rumor!"

"Hmm?"

Ye Fan looked at Zhou Zhimei with curiosity.

Zhou Zhimei said, "This is my fault, you got implicated because of me."

"It’s alright, tell me who it is?"

Ye Fan asked,

Zhou Zhimei said, "I suspect it’s Xu Zun!"

"He pursued me before, but I didn’t agree, so maybe because I got close to you, he deliberately spread the rumors!"

"In the Infinite Sword Sect, only he could spread such a rumor so widely!"

"I see!"

Ye Fan said,

He didn’t expect that Xu Zun was the one spreading it, this guy was really insidious.

He said, "I will deal with this guy sooner or later! Let him enjoy himself for now!"

Ye Fan planned to settle accounts with this guy after breaking through to the Grade Two Ancestor Realm, but now he had to start with a battle against Yang Xiu.

Moreover, this was a confrontation he couldn’t avoid, also a situation with no clear explanation.

He said, "Since someone wants me to gain fame, then I will!"

Zhou Zhimei was also very angry, previously she admired Xu Zun quite a bit, but now, she had some disdain for him.

..

After bidding farewell to Ye Fan, Zhou Zhimei descended the mountain.

"Junior Sister!"

Zhou Zhimei was walking ahead when Xu Zun appeared behind her.

Zhou Zhimei said, "Xu Zun, why are you following me?"

She didn’t show Xu Zun any kindness, and Xu Zun felt heartbroken, knowing that, in the past, Zhou Zhimei used to call him Senior Brother Xu.

But now, it’s like this.

For this, he said to Zhou Zhimei, "It seems our relationship is becoming more distant."

"Further away? Hmph! Our relationship was never close; what do you mean by falsely accusing Brother Ye?"

Zhou Zhimei questioned.

At this moment, Xu Zun was at a loss. He intended to take revenge on Ye Fan, wanted to deal with Ye Fan, but he restrained himself. After all, he couldn’t retaliate in such a manner; if he wanted revenge, he needed to defeat Ye Fan! But now, the gap between Ye Fan and him was significant!

He planned to wait until Ye Fan improved before seeking revenge.

Why did Zhou Zhimei need to question him?

For this, he said, "I didn’t, this truly wasn’t me, don’t you believe me?"

"What credibility do you have left!"

Zhou Zhimei immediately walked away, not wanting to deal with Xu Zun anymore.

At this time, Xu Zun shouted loudly from behind, "I will find the truth behind this, give me a chance to clear my name. While I, Xu Zun, may not be a gentleman, I’m not such a petty person either!"

Zhou Zhimei walked away directly, paying no heed, leaving Xu Zun in disarray. He knew that at this point, no matter what he said, Zhou Zhimei wouldn’t believe him.

For this, he went to Yanqi Peak.

As soon as Xu Zun arrived, Ye Fan felt a strong Sword Qi; Xu Zun was already at Grade Two Ancestor Realm, and the power emanating from him was well-earned.

At this time, Ye Fan asked him, "Why are you here?"

He didn’t show Xu Zun any kindness, considering the impact of this matter was too great.

Xu Zun said to him, "I have something to discuss with you!"

"Fine!"

Ye Fan was not afraid of Xu Zun. Although his realm wasn’t as high as Xu Zun’s, in this era, do you think cultivation is all about the realm?

No, it’s about techniques. If he used all his techniques, Xu Zun would definitely only be evenly matched with him, still unsure of the outcome, that’s the power of techniques.

They came to a secluded place, Xu Zun then said to him, "I know you suspect the rumor was spread by me, but I really didn’t do it!"

"If not you, then who did?"

Ye Fan opened his mouth to question.

Xu Zun shook his head and said, "I have no clue, the person behind this is very cunning. He managed the timing well, making it seem like I did it!

"But I can swear to the heavens, if I did it, then strike me with lightning!"

Martial artists are very wary of vows, but at this moment, Xu Zun used such a way to prove himself, which made Ye Fan surprised.

Clearly, this wasn’t done by Xu Zun.

For this, Ye Fan said, "If it’s truly not done by you, then this matter is indeed shrouded in mystery. Is there some conspiracy behind it?

This is exactly what Ye Fan was concerned about.

He initially thought the rumor was targeting him, but now it seemed like it could be aimed at Xu Zun as well—incredible two birds with one stone scheme.

Just see Xu Zun said, "If we have a conflict, who stands to gain? As long as I carefully analyze this matter, it’s not really difficult!"

"It’s just that the rumor won’t stop now."

This was Xu Zun’s real headache, as with the rumor not ceasing, his suspicion could never be cleared.

Just see Ye Fan said, "No matter who spread it, once I break through the arrangement, I don’t believe the flaw won’t be revealed!"

"It seems that’s the only way now!"

Xu Zun said with disappointment.

He and Ye Fan were both renowned for their wisdom, but at this moment, they were both confused, feeling like being played at the mercy of someone else.

"If there’s nothing else, I’ll be leaving first?"

"Wait!"

Xu Zun opened his mouth to say.

Ye Fan turned and asked, "What do you want?"

Just see Xu Zun said, "You and Zhimei..."

This was also a topic Xu Zun was concerned about.

At this moment, Ye Fan said, "I see her as a friend!"

"But she loves you so much!"

"I can see it. Every time she returns to Emei Peak, she’s very lost. Although I love her too, seeing her disappointment because of you is something I wanted to see!

"But for some reason, seeing her unhappy makes my heart hurt!"

"I hope you don’t hurt her!"

Xu Zun opened his mouth to say.

Xu Zun’s behavior once again made Ye Fan take notice; handing over someone he loved wasn’t quite handing over, but choosing to step back.

Because the person he loved simply didn’t love him back.

But Xu Zun’s demeanor made Ye Fan admire him.

At this time, Ye Fan said, "I won’t, I won’t hurt her!

Xu Zun nodded, and said, "Initially I was resentful. Why didn’t she care for me when I treated her so well! I even thought about knocking you down in front of her!

"But now I’ve figured it out. Actually, loving someone doesn’t mean possessing them. Power can’t decide everything; loving someone means just making her happy is enough.

At this moment, Xu Zun indeed understood many things; he felt relieved. He loved Zhou Zhimei; Zhou Zhimei also liked him, that was love.

But it wasn’t really love; rather than tormenting himself painfully, it’s better to let go early.

Ye Fan said, "There are always other flowers elsewhere, she’s not right for you, you’re not right for her. Someday, you’ll find the right person for yourself!"

"Hahaha, maybe! But I envy you, at least you have someone who cares about you!"

Xu Zun laughed and said.

Actually, Ye Fan wanted to say, in fact there wasn’t just one person, there were over ten like that! Saying this might make Xu Zun chase him with a sword.

After all, this was boasting! Ye Fan wasn’t the kind who liked showing off, for this he smiled and didn’t say anything more.

Xu Zun left, he and Xu Zun agreed to privately investigate who was inciting their conflict and strife.

Indeed unforgivable.

At the time, Ye Fan was returning, momentarily speechless on the road.

Because there was now another person blocking his way, it was the Emei Heavenly Master, even though he hadn’t met the True Master, he’d always seen portraits.

Seeing the Emei Heavenly Master staring at him with murderous intent, Ye Fan immediately knew things were going south, actually drawing out the Emei Heavenly Master.

At this moment, he truly didn’t know what to say, seeing the other coming aggressively, actually Ye Fan had already prepared to flee.

But being only First Grade Ancestor Realm himself, wanting to escape from a Fourth Grade Ancestor Realm was indeed very challenging.