Chapter 56 Learning the Truth
Suddenly, a seven-colored light emanated from the back mountain of Qingyun and shot into the sky. All the disciples' eyes were instantly focused on the seven-colored light. That... that was clearly a scene that only appeared when the Zhuxian Sword Formation was activated!
Lin Jingyu also noticed the unusual situation at the back mountain, while Jin Ping'er's purple blade was pressed against his throat. She smiled, but her words were icy cold: "Don't move! Don't think I wouldn't dare to kill you! Since we're bound to meet sooner or later, let's settle this here today!"
At the same time, Zhang Xiaofan, Lu Xueqi, and the others, not wanting to get entangled with the disciples of the Tianli Divine Sect, hurriedly headed towards the Illusion Moon Cave.
They stormed into the Illusion Moon Cave without any hindrance. There, they saw a huge bronze square pot hanging in the air above the cave. As the light flowed, the power of the Immortal Execution Sword seemed to have a physical form, and it was continuously surging towards the bronze square pot.
Zhang Xiaofan wielded the Soul Devourer, and Lu Xueqi also brandished the Heavenly Jade Sword. Both of them intended to snatch the Immortal Execution Sword from mid-air. Thunder rumbled and blood light surged as they charged menacingly toward the Immortal Execution Sword.
However, Qin Wuyan was already prepared. When the Demon Refining Pot was activated, it had already formed a powerful barrier as it absorbed the malevolent energy. The power of the divine artifact was extremely strong, so even though Zhang Xiaofan and Lu Xueqi joined forces and exerted tremendous effort, they were unable to break through the barrier.
Zhang Xiaofan's eyes were bloodshot, his brows furrowed. Tian Buyi's death had deeply enraged him, and now that the Zhuxian Sword was acting strangely again, he absolutely could not stand idly by. So Zhang Xiaofan launched fierce attacks again and again, gathering the power of the Heavenly Book within his body to fiercely attack Qin Wuyan.
"Xiao Fan!" Bi Yao couldn't bear it any longer and advised him from inside the barrier, "You can't open it, give up."
"Biyao, what are you doing? This Zhuxian Sword is an evil object, you can't take it!" Zhang Xiaofan exerted even more force, but the barrier remained unmoved.
The light inside the cave grew brighter and brighter. The Demon Refining Pot spun rapidly in mid-air, and suddenly a dazzling white halo appeared on the cave ceiling. The white light was so bright that everyone had to close their eyes.
"Boom!!" With a heavy thud, the light circle was opened like a ceiling cover, revealing a mysterious and huge passage, pitch black, with no idea where it led.
When the people in the cave opened their eyes, the Demon Refining Pot had already spun rapidly into the light circle and quickly disappeared. The entire Illusion Moon Cave began to shake violently, boulders rolled down the cave walls, dust flew up, and the barrier also disappeared as the Demon Refining Pot was sent away.
Seeing that the Demon Refining Pot had been successfully sent away, Qin Wuyan breathed a long sigh of relief, but his body trembled slightly as he took a few steps back and leaned against the cave wall. He had already suffered a backlash from the Soul Concealing Technique, losing half of his cultivation. However, in order to complete the mission, he had to consume a large number of pills that could temporarily boost his cultivation to sustain himself. Activating the Demon Refining Pot to absorb the malevolent energy had further depleted his cultivation, leaving him extremely weak.
Seeing Zhang Xiaofan fly towards him with a move from afar, Qin Wuyan quickly took out the last of his pills and swallowed them, then used the "Slaying Love" technique to block the attack.
On the other side, Biyao leaped up and caught the Zhuxian Sword falling from the sky. Lu Xueqi also rushed forward with the Tianya Sword. Rainbows flew and lightning danced. A ball of black and blue lightning collided with the white light shield transformed by the Heartbreak Flower.
Lu Xueqi said coldly, "The Zhuxian Sword is malevolent and difficult to control. Taking it is tantamount to courting death!"
Biyao sneered, "Don't you righteous sects hope that our demonic sect will all die out? Since that's the case, we'll take the Zhuxian Sword, and you'll be happy to see that happen."
Lu Xueqi frowned, said no more, and summoned lightning again to fight Biyao.
Zhang Xiaofan's eyes were fierce as he roared, "Qin Wuyan, you lied to me before that Biyao hadn't been resurrected, and now you've trespassed into Qingyun, killed my master, and stolen my sect's treasured sword. I will never forgive you today!" The Soul Devourer emitted a huge beam of red light and spun towards Qin Wuyan.
Qin Wuyan didn't back down either, a sarcastic smile playing on his lips: "Zhang Xiaofan, I'm the one who saved Biyao, why should I tell you! You're a married man, what right do you have to mention Biyao in front of me!"
Zhang Xiaofan retorted angrily, "So what if I'm married? I will still protect her, and Xueqi will protect her too. Unlike you, who not only abandoned her in Xiaochi Town, but also repeatedly stirred up conflict between the righteous and demonic factions, putting her in a dilemma!"
Qin Wuyan flew into a rage, shouting excitedly, "If it weren't for your interference, she would still be peacefully staying in Xiaochi Town! Why would she come here! Zhang Xiaofan, listen to what you just said? What do you mean Lu Xueqi will protect her? What were you trying to do by following her all the way to Xiaochi Town? Did you dream that you could enjoy the blessings of having two women?"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaofan also flew into a rage: "Qin Wuyan, you're the one who's delusional. Biyao never loved you. You selfishly kept her by your side, imprisoning her on Fox Ridge Mountain and preventing her from knowing the truth. And what about you? You made her fall in love with you and then forget you. Did you consider her feelings when you did this? Was it fair to her?"
"you……"
Qin Wuyan's face turned ashen with rage. He launched a fierce attack, and although Zhang Xiaofan caught it in time, he couldn't dodge the sudden kick. He was hit in the chest and staggered back ten steps.
Qin Wuyan was furious, pointing at him and saying hatefully, "Fairness? How dare you talk to me about fairness?! Even if she didn't love me, I never did anything to wrong her. And you, how could you face Biyao? You killed the Ghost King, destroyed everything she had, and betrayed her deep affection for you. You don't even deserve to mention her!!"
The mere mention of Biyao ignited his fury, and he raised his hand for another strike. The two were about to engage in another fierce battle when suddenly, a green figure flashed between them. Biyao had hastily joined the fray, and neither Qin Wuyan nor Zhang Xiaofan had time to retract their attacks. A beam of sword light swept towards her, striking her.
Both of them gasped for breath. They were attacking with almost deadly force. How could Biyao possibly withstand it all by herself?
Just as she was about to be killed by a single blow, a loud "bang" suddenly rang out, and a huge beam of blue light emanated from Biyao's body, gently protecting her.
At the same time, both of them were thrown back by the light, half-fallen to the ground, and simultaneously coughed up a mouthful of blood.
Biyao stood between the two, looking at Qin Wuyan with red eyes and a trembling voice: "You... what did you just say? My father is... is..."
Qin Wuyan then realized that he had let something slip in his haste, and immediately lowered his head and remained silent, not daring to look at her.
Biyao slowly turned her head, her gaze falling on Zhang Xiaofan, and said incredulously, "Is it true? He just said... that you killed... my father?"
“Biyao, I…” Zhang Xiaofan couldn’t speak for a moment, closed his eyes in pain, and nodded gently.
Biyao was struck dumb and staggered back.
Qin Wuyan rushed forward to support her, saying with heartache, "Biyao, I'm sorry..."
She should know the truth about the Ghost King's death, but not at a time like this.
Biyao pushed Qin Wuyan away, suddenly raised the Zhuxian Sword in her hand, pointed it at Zhang Xiaofan, and endured the pain and tears: "You..." Her chest felt like it was being pierced with blood, and she could no longer speak.
Zhang Xiaofan stepped forward, pressing his neck against the blade: "Biyao, I'm sorry for what happened to your father! If you want revenge, just kill me! But before you die, I only ask that you give up the Zhuxian Sword after you kill me. It's extremely evil, and all the sect leaders in the past have died because of this sword. You've finally been resurrected, and I only hope that you live well."
"Xiao Fan!" Lu Xueqi rushed forward and grabbed Zhang Xiao Fan, fearing that he would really be stabbed to death. At the same time, Lin Jingyu, Zeng Shushu, Qi Hao and others also rushed in. Seeing that the four people in the cave were facing each other but had not actually made a move, they could only stand still and watch for the time being.
Lu Xueqi said, "Biyao, your father was possessed by the Beast God and slaughtered countless innocent lives. Xiaofan had no choice but to kill him!"
Biyao was heartbroken. Although she had thought about what she would do if her father and Zhang Xiaofan turned against each other, when it actually happened, she realized that losing her lover was not the most painful thing. What was even more unbearable was that her former lover had killed her family.
No matter how vicious her father was, he was still her dearest and most beloved father!
After a long while, Biyao slowly put down the Zhuxian Sword and said coldly, "Xiaofan, do you still remember when I saved your life under the Zhuxian Sword?"
Zhang Xiaofan said, "I will never forget it!"
"Fine! Since you remember, you owe me a life. Including my father's, you already owe me two lives. Today, I want you to spare me and Qin Wuyan. From now on, you can no longer seek revenge against Qin Wuyan for your master's death. Then our grudges will be settled. Do you agree?"
Zhang Xiaofan nodded: "I agree! But..."
"No buts!" Biyao interrupted him. "Either you agree to let us leave, or we'll fight to the death right here."
Before Zhang Xiaofan could speak, Lin Jingyu stepped forward, drew the Dragon Slayer Sword, and said, "Biyao, you can leave, but the Immortal Execution Sword must remain!"
Biyao sneered, "Fine, then you can see whether you're willing to leave this Zhuxian Sword behind!" As soon as she finished speaking, she threw the Zhuxian Sword at Lin Jingyu and the others. They were about to catch it, but the sword seemed to have a spirit of its own, and it suddenly flew back to Biyao's hand after reaching them.
Everyone was shocked. Could the Zhuxian Sword really recognize a master?
"Do you see clearly? The Zhuxian Sword has recognized me as its master, and you cannot take it away! As for whether this sword is righteous or evil, harmful or harmless to me, that's none of your business. After all..."
She stared coldly at the crowd, and said each word with resounding force: "Good and evil cannot coexist!"
The group exchanged bewildered glances. Suppressing his grief and indignation, Zhang Xiaofan said in a deep voice, "You may leave!"
Lin Jingyu shook his head and sighed, then sheathed his Dragon-Slaying Sword. Lu Xueqi, Zeng Shushu, and Qi Hao understood and made way for him.
Biyao and Qin Wuyan had not gone far from the Illusion Moon Cave when they were suddenly surrounded by a group of Qingyun disciples.
A blinding red light flashed, and Tian Ling'er, dressed in white mourning clothes, flew swiftly towards Bi Yao and Qin Wuyan without saying a word, raising the amber cinnabar ribbon in her hand.
The Heartbreak Flower activated again, resisting Tian Ling'er's attack. When Tian Ling'er stopped and clearly saw that the woman before her was Bi Yao, a look of surprise appeared on her face, utterly bewildered: "You...you weren't killed by the Immortal Execution Sword? How could this be?..."
Biyao laughed and said, "Aren't you disappointed that I didn't die?"
Tian Ling'er frowned, pondered for a moment, gritted her teeth, and raised the Amber Crimson Silk again. However, she was only defending against Bi Yao and had no intention of killing her. The deadly moves were all aimed at Qin Wuyan behind her.
While fighting Biyao, Tian Ling'er said angrily, "Qin Wuyan, the hatred for killing my father is irreconcilable. Today I will definitely avenge my father!"
As she spoke, she launched an even fiercer attack. Taking advantage of Biyao's dodge, the Amber Crimson Silk flew towards Qin Wuyan with a "whoosh". Then, with a "hiss", a sharp longsword slashed the Amber Crimson Silk in two. Tian Ling'er hurriedly withdrew it.
While helping Biyao fend off the Qingyun disciples who surrounded her, Xiaobai said anxiously, "Biyao, take Qin Wuyan and leave quickly!"
"Aunt Bai, you must be careful!" After saying that, Biyao quickly pulled Qin Wuyan away along a small path. However, the back mountain of Qingyun Sect was almost entirely composed of cliffs and precipices, making it difficult for even monkeys to cross.
Qin Wuyan's face was pale, and blood was trickling from the corner of his mouth. He hurriedly said, "Biyao, don't worry about me, you should leave now!"
"What nonsense are you spouting! We'll go together or die together!" Biyao said anxiously and angrily. Even in such a critical moment, he was still thinking of her. But how could she abandon him?
"They're there, quick... There's a cliff ahead, they can't escape. Today, we must all avenge our fallen brothers!"
"Yes! Avenge them!!!"
A group of Qingyun disciples charged forward menacingly. Qin Wuyan pushed Biyao aside and urged, "Biyao, hurry up and leave! Don't worry, I have a way to escape!"
As he spoke, he released the poison he carried with him.
"Ah..." Several Qingyun disciples who were at the front were attacked by the poisonous fog and covered their eyes, crying out in pain.
Biyao's tone was resolute: "I won't leave... Why do you always have to abandon me... Father is dead, Brother Qinglong and Aunt You are missing, are you going to abandon me too?"
Biyao held back her tears. She knew he was doing it for her safety, but even if she escaped and survived, what would be the point of leaving her all alone in this world?
Qin Wuyan listened to her words and looked at her reddened eyes, feeling heartbroken. He hesitated and couldn't make up his mind.
Qi Hao led a group of people and quickly arrived, spotting them from afar. He then quickened his pace.
"Biyao..." Qin Wuyan called out to her in a heavy and anxious tone when he heard footsteps behind him.
“I won’t leave… If we’re going to die, we’ll die together!” Biyao gripped his hand tightly and said with a determined look in her eyes.
"Demonic cultists, prepare to die!..." Qi Hao flew into the air, brandishing his Frost Sword as he charged towards the two!
"Be careful..." The voice was sharp and weak. Before Biyao could react, Qin Wuyan had already pulled her into his arms, flipped her over and pressed her down. The sword energy of the Frost Sword cut a long bloody gash on his back. Qi Hao swung the Frost Sword and continued to stab at the two of them with all his might.
Qin Wuyan gritted his teeth, wrapped his arms tightly around Biyao's back, and then, their green and purple robes intertwined, they rolled forward like a snowball.
Biyao was pinned down by Qin Wuyan and unable to move. All she could hear was his rapid breathing and the whistling wind. The soft and hard sensations beneath her kept alternating, and her mind was a complete mess.
Suddenly, she felt her body go empty, as if she were falling, but Qin Wuyan's hands were still holding her tightly.
"Biyao, hold me tight..."
In a daze, she felt her body stop. Biyao steadied herself and saw that Qin Wuyan's other hand was gripping a thick, long vine. Looking down, she couldn't help but tremble with fear.
At first glance, all that could be seen was swirling clouds and mist, the bottom of which was nowhere to be seen. At this moment, the two of them were hanging on a cliff by a vine.
Biyao then remembered that Qin Wuyan had said before that the back mountain of Qingyun was full of cliffs and precipices that were very difficult to cross.
He already had little strength left, and this ordeal left him even more exhausted. His hand, which was gripping the vine, began to slide down, and both of them broke out in a cold sweat in shock.
In fact, Qin Wuyan had set up this vine long ago. He came here expecting to die, but he still held onto a sliver of hope that if he managed to escape, he would at least have a chance to live. So he had thoroughly investigated the situation of Qingyun Mountain beforehand and even specially brought the thickest and longest vine from this cliff to this side. However, the situation was critical just now, and he couldn't be sure whether he could grab the vine in time if he rolled down the cliff with Biyao.
Fortunately, after falling more than ten meters off the cliff, he finally managed to grab onto the life-saving vine.
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