Qi Yan, who rushed over, stood outside the courtyard, not daring to go in.

Qi Yan felt that if he approached his master with such a cold and sinister aura, his master would kill him with a single blow.

Zhong Changyuan turned to look at Qi Yan, who knelt down without thinking.

Clearly, Pei Zhi's inability to leave must be due to someone working in cahoots with her to send her away.

This person can only be Qi Yan.

Wuwang Peak is also Qi Yan's home, and Qi Yan is Zhong Changyuan's apprentice.

Zhong Changyuan never imagined that one day, his eldest disciple, on whom he had placed so much hope, would betray him.

Zhong Changyuan sneered, "Very good."

Qi Yan quickly kowtowed and begged for forgiveness, "Master, I did not mean to betray you."

“But it’s not right to continue like this, neither is it reasonable nor is it right. I just don’t want you, Master, to get into this mess.”

Zhong Changyuan seemed to have heard the biggest joke in the world.

"Why is it that you can recklessly challenge Sikong Ren for her sake, while I can't?"

Qi Yan moved his lips, because of the identities of Zhong Changyuan and Pei Zhi.

"Just because I'm her master? Who says a master can't be with his disciple?"

Qi Yan couldn't help but retort, "Master, Master, you are like my own father. I have always treated you as my father and respected you."

Zhong Changyuan coldly opened his mouth, "Since no one has set this precedent, I will. Anyone who has any objections can come to me with their sword and say so."

In any world, the strong are respected.

Zhong Changyuan stepped up to Qi Yan and said, "Or rather, if you are dissatisfied, you can draw your sword at me."

Upon hearing this, Qi Yan dared not offer any further advice and could only kowtow repeatedly.

Zhong Changyuan said no more: "If you still want to be my disciple, go to the discipline hall and receive a hundred lashes."

"Thank you, Master. I obey your command."

After Qi Yan left, Zhong Changyuan closed his eyes and sighed softly.

Zhong Changyuan was not in a hurry to chase after Pei Zhi.

Where can Pei Zhi go?

Or rather, in this vast world, where could Pei Zhi possibly go?

Pei Zhi would never go to the Demon Realm.

Pei Zhi would only go to the demon realm because that's where the person she missed most was.

Looking at the courtyard filled with red, Zhong Changyuan could no longer control his emotions.

With a wave of his hand, the courtyard that was originally intended as the new home after the wedding suddenly burst into flames.

He personally taught Pei Zhi how to practice swordsmanship and cooked for her every day.

He personally oversaw the creation of their post-marital courtyard and discussed everything with Pei Zhi regarding their life after marriage.

Why did Pei Zhi still try to escape?

Why is it that in Pei Zhi's heart, she still can't compare to Sikong Ren, this defeated opponent?

Zhong Changyuan had never cared about anyone so much before; he wanted to give Pei Zhi the best.

So Zhong Changyuan went to learn how couples at the foot of the mountain got along.

Just like in the storybooks, deep affection cannot keep someone.

Pei Tianming jumped to his feet: "What? Pei Zhi escaped to the demon realm?"

Gao Fengzhu's hair turned even whiter with anxiety. "Yes, I only sensed it after the Qiankun Disc shattered."

The Qiankun Disc was Gao Fengzhu's treasure. How could Gao Fengzhu not know that the treasure had suddenly shattered?

Before I could even process the news of my treasure breaking, I saw the few words Gao Shijie had left behind.

Pei Tianming slammed his hand on the table in anger: "This is really too much."

"So reckless, without even consulting us."

Gao Feng sighed, "They probably thought we wouldn't agree."

Pei Tianming paused for a moment, then coughed awkwardly twice.

If Pei Tianming knew about these little things' plans, he definitely wouldn't agree.

At this time, wouldn't sending Pei Zhi to the demon realm exacerbate the conflict between the two realms?

"What about Changyuan? How is he doing?"

Master Gao shook his head in distress, "I heard that a fire broke out on Wuwang Peak, burning everything we had prepared for our wedding to ashes."

"Changyuan seems quite angry," Pei Tianming suddenly said thoughtfully. "Do you think Changyuan will stop now that Pei Zhi has run away?"

Master Gao raised an eyebrow slightly. "Sect Leader, why would you say something so outlandish?"

Pei Tianming's lips tightened. "Then tell me, what do we do now?"

Gao Feng stroked his beard and said, "I reckon Chang Yuan will definitely have to go to the Demon Realm."

Pei Tianming was taken aback: "So arrogant?"

After coming to my senses and thinking about it, given Zhong Changyuan's recent behavior, this really is something Zhong Changyuan would do.

Master Gao sighed, "My treasure is broken. I need to go into seclusion and cultivate for a while."

"As for you, Sect Leader, I remember that your cultivation has not improved for a long time. Shouldn't you also go into seclusion for a while?"

“I’m going into seclusion…” Pei Tianming realized what was happening and quickly nodded, “You’re right, I also need to go into seclusion for a while.”

Gao Feng smiled and nodded, "By the time we get out of quarantine, this farce should be over."

If Zhong Changyuan wants to go to the demon realm, then let him go. They'll pretend they don't know anything.

If they were to be investigated later, they could use seclusion as an excuse.

This way, no matter which side ultimately wins, they can escape unscathed.

After reaching a satisfactory conclusion, the two old foxes exchanged a knowing smile.

Gao Shijie led Pei Zhi day and night, desperately fleeing towards the demon realm, fearing capture. Along the way, Gao Shijie even took a detour.

After rushing for a while, we finally arrived at the territory of the demon realm.

Liu Meiniang was already there, waiting to meet him.

"Why are you so slow? I thought you'd been caught."

Gao Shijie was also exhausted. "I have to take care of her, someone who has no cultivation at all, and also prevent her from being captured by the sword immortal. If you can do it, then you do it!"

Liu Meiniang raised her hands in surrender, then looked Pei Zhi up and down, "How did you become like this?"

Pei Zhi forced a smile, her lips pale. "I'm no different from an ordinary person now."

Having not rested well or eaten properly for several days, I followed Gao Shijie on the road, constantly on edge. How could I possibly look well?

With a wave of her hand, Liu Meiniang conjured up a luxurious celestial carriage.

"Now that we've entered the demon realm, you can get some rest."

"Wow!" Pei Zhi exclaimed in surprise. "Gao Shijie, you should learn from him."

Pei Zhi entered the carriage, which was fully stocked with food.

Gao Shijie sat down next to Pei Zhi and said, "Let's hurry on our way and find the Demon Lord."

Before meeting Sikong Ren, Gao Shijie always felt uneasy.

Liu Meiniang said with some difficulty, "The palace has already refused entry and exit to anyone."

Gao Shijie was astonished, "You can't do it either?"

Liu Meiniang's expression was not good. "My father has been arrested, and I'm not having an easy time either."

Liu Meiniang usually acts arrogantly because she has a powerful father.

After Elder Liu was imprisoned in the palace, all the people Liu Meiniang had bullied in the past came to kick her while she was down.