The true appearances of Chu Qinghe, Xiao Zhao, and Qu Feiyan are too striking.

Upon hearing Chu Qinghe's words, Qu Feiyan couldn't help but sigh.

Chu Qinghe is only twenty years old, but he is incredibly cautious in his actions, much more so than a seasoned veteran like Qu Yang.

Leaning out the window and looking around at the pedestrians on the street below, each carrying a weapon and walking with a steady gait, Xiao Zhao couldn't help but say, "There are so many martial artists in Jiangning City. Are they also planning to take advantage of the six major sects' siege of Bright Peak to loot the corpses?"

Qu Feiyan, holding her teacup, said, "Of course! The Ming Cult is a first-class force that has existed for hundreds of years. Even a starved camel is bigger than a horse. Although the only Heavenly Rank martial art is the 'Great Shift of Heaven and Earth,' there are quite a few Profound Rank martial arts, and even some Earth Rank martial arts. This news has caused such a stir that naturally many corpse hunters have come to investigate."

Then, changing the subject, Qu Feiyan looked at Chu Qinghe and said, "However, young master, Wudang and Southern Shaolin are already top-tier forces. Logically speaking, they shouldn't have any interest in the Ming Cult's affairs. Why then do they participate in the siege of Bright Peak?"

Speaking of this, Xiao Zhao looked puzzled and said, "Yes! If it really came down to a fight, neither Wudang nor Southern Shaolin could easily deal with the Ming Cult, right? Why are Wudang and Southern Shaolin getting involved in this matter now?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Qinghe said calmly, "Trying to make your presence known?"

"Um?"

Upon hearing Chu Qinghe's words, Qu Feiyan's expression froze, clearly not understanding the meaning behind Chu Qinghe's response.

Even Xiao Zhao looked at Chu Qinghe with a puzzled expression.

In response, Chu Qinghe said calmly, "If any force wants to last, in addition to having great strength, it also needs to constantly maintain its reputation, whether it is a good reputation or a bad reputation. Otherwise, why do you think that every Holy Maiden of the Divine Water Palace, where Situ is located, must go to the Jianghu to complete some tasks before becoming the Palace Master?"

Xiao Zhao asked, puzzled, "But what's the point of doing this?"

Chu Qinghe rested his chin on his hand and said calmly, "If it were you, and someone offered you benefits for free without you even having to go through the motions, would you agree?"

Faced with what Chu Qinghe said, not only Xiao Zhao, but even Qu Feiyan looked at Chu Qinghe with puzzlement, somewhat confused.

After taking a sip of tea to moisten his throat, Chu Qinghe said lazily, "Wudang and Southern Shaolin are both top-tier forces, and they are known as the 'Big Dipper and Mount Tai' in the martial arts world. Whenever something happens in the martial arts world, people like to seek the support of these two sects."

"You can ask someone for help, but if there's no benefit in it, do you think they'll help you?"

Qu Feiyan thought for a moment and said, "According to you, young master, after the siege of Bright Peak, a large portion of the benefits from the destruction of the Ming Cult will be taken by Wudang and Southern Shaolin?"

After making an estimate, Chu Qinghe said, "Conservatively speaking, after the Ming Cult is destroyed, at least 60% or even 70% of its forces and businesses will be taken over by Wudang and Southern Shaolin."

Qu Feiyan asked in confusion, "So ruthless? If that's the case, the Emei Sect, the Kongtong Sect, and the other three major sects will only get half or even less of the remaining amount. Would they agree to that?"

Chu Qinghe said calmly, "Although the benefits we can get are small, the Ming Cult is a first-class power after all. Even if we only get 30%, it will be enough to greatly increase the foundation of the Emei Sect and others. Not to mention, we can also obtain the Ming Cult's 'Great Shift of the Universe,' a Heaven-rank martial art. Why should we agree?"

Qu Feiyan asked in confusion, "But wouldn't participating in such a battle also result in casualties among the disciples of Wudang and Southern Shaolin?"

Hearing this, Chu Qinghe couldn't help but chuckle and said, "I already said it's just a formality. Do you really think the Wudang Sect, the Southern Shaolin Temple, and the Ming Cult will fight to the death?"

"Clap clap clap~"

However, at that moment, a clapping sound suddenly came from next door to Chu Qinghe and the other two.

Hearing the applause coming from the side, Chu Qinghe paused slightly, then gently shook his head, finally understanding what the saying "walls have ears" meant.

For no reason at all, someone was eavesdropping on us.

A few breaths later, the door to the private room where Chu Qinghe was located was suddenly opened.

A dozen or so men dressed in black outfits quickly entered the room and stood against the wall.

After these people broke into the room, three figures slowly stepped into the room.

The leader appeared to be around twenty-nine years old, dressed in an elegant white robe. His eyes were bright and clear, and he held a folding fan with a white jade handle. His hand, which held the fan handle, was so white that it was indistinguishable from the fan handle itself.

Furthermore, although her appearance was exceptionally handsome, her nose bridge was slightly higher than that of Han people, which was somewhat similar to that of Xiao Zhao.

However, when Chu Qinghe's gaze fell on the man's face and throat, he immediately recognized the woman's identity.

Behind the woman were two other men.

They all looked to be in their forties, with a fierce air about them, clearly not people to be trifled with.

As the group entered the room, Qu Feiyan and Xiao Zhao quickly stood up and stood beside Chu Qinghe.

The internal energy within his body began to circulate unconsciously.

As if sensing the fluctuations of internal energy within Xiao Zhao and Qu Feiyan's bodies, the woman who entered the room lingered her gaze on Xiao Zhao and Qu Feiyan for a moment, a hint of surprise flashing through her mind.

After a moment, he turned his gaze to Chu Qinghe.

There will be another update tonight!

(End of this chapter)