"Zhao Ziyi, don't even think I'll spare your life. When you secretly poisoned Fang Han, did you ever consider, even for a moment, that his life was equally precious and only had one chance? In your mind, is your life the only one worthy of the word 'life,' while other people's lives are as worthless as weeds?"
Qiao Qianshan's gaze was piercing, his voice cold, each word seemingly carrying shards of ice, aimed directly at Zhao Ziyi.
Zhao Ziyi, however, stubbornly argued, "Hmph, I am the undisputed sword master among the students of Longyuan Sword Academy, while Fang Han is nothing but a useless piece of trash. Even if I really poisoned him to death, what big deal would that be? In this world where the strong are respected, the weak should be eliminated."
Qiao Qianshan's eyes were full of sarcasm as he said, "Oh? So you believe in the law of the jungle? Now that you're in my hands, according to your logic, you deserve to die. But why are you still begging for mercy? Do your so-called rules only apply to others, but make an exception for yourself?"
Seeing that her pleas were in vain, Zhao Ziyi's face instantly darkened, and she began to threaten fiercely: "Qiao Qianshan, I'm warning you, you can't kill me! I am a highly regarded prodigy of the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect. If you dare to lay a finger on me, you will be committing a terrible crime. Not only will you die, but your daughter will also be devastated!"
Upon hearing this, Qiao Qianshan sneered, "A prodigy? Someone like you is not even as good as a pheasant, yet you dare to call yourself a prodigy? It's utterly ridiculous! Besides, with me here, who would dare to touch my daughter?"
Zhao Ziyi was so angry at Qiao Qianshan's words that her face turned red, but she dared not retaliate. She could only suppress her anger and grit her teeth as she said, "I'm not a prodigy? Hmph, if you have the guts, let me go. When my master comes out of seclusion, he will definitely make you know the consequences of offending me. You'll be in for a world of hurt then!"
When the woman realized that force wouldn't work, she started using reverse psychology.
Qiao Qianshan said calmly, "Alright, I'll spare your life for now. I want to see how much trouble you can cause in the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect. But I advise you to stay away from me in the future, otherwise, I'll teach you a lesson every time I see you, and you'll know what it means to regret your actions."
Zhao Ziyi thought her provocation had finally worked and was secretly delighted, but said aloud, "Fine, if you really let me go, I'll respect you as a man, and we'll keep to ourselves from now on."
However, little did she know that the reason Qiao Qianshan didn't kill her wasn't because he was swayed by her threats or provocations, but because he listened to Fang Han's advice and planned to use her as a whetstone for Qiao Yue, Ma Kun, and Ma Rou, so that they could have more experience and growth on their future cultivation path.
"Get lost."
Qiao Qianshan coldly uttered two words, and at the same time slowly sheathed his sword.
Zhao Ziyi felt a sudden sense of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from her shoulders, and her tense nerves were finally able to relax for a moment.
However, her curiosity grew wildly like weeds, and she couldn't suppress it any longer. Finally, she couldn't help but ask, "Why did you suddenly return to the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect? That brat Fang Han should be dead, right?"
For some reason, Fang Han has now become her inner demon.
She already knew that Fang Han's current strength was above hers.
Fang Han caused a huge uproar at the Dragon Abyss Sword Mansion, mainly targeting her.
Now, although she is safe in the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect, she is still filled with anxiety.
Because she couldn't stay hidden in the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect forever.
She always has to go home.
But what she didn't know was that the Zhao family had already been wiped out in Yanming City, and her brother Zhao Wu's cultivation had been crippled by Fang Han.
Qiao Qianshan's lips curled into a cold smile, a smile full of mockery and disdain. He slowly said, "How could Fang Han be dead? He killed Meng Kai and Yang Wenguang, and even your senior brother Pei Yuan had his cultivation sealed. Now he's probably in dire need of protection himself."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Ziyi's eyes widened in disbelief. She retorted, "I can somewhat believe that Fang Han could kill Meng Kai and Yang Wenguang, but how could he possibly defeat my senior brother? My senior brother, Pei Yuan, is the inner sect's top swordsman, with extraordinary swordsmanship and few rivals within the sect. How could that brat Fang Han easily shake him!"
In her heart, her senior brother Pei Yuan was an insurmountable mountain, while Fang Han was just an unknown nobody who could not be compared to him at all.
Qiao Qianshan remained calm and said coldly, "Whether what I said is true or false, you will naturally find out in the future. However, Zhao Ziyi, your good days are over. From now on, you will deeply understand what it means to be worse than dead."
Although Zhao Ziyi felt a little uneasy, she forced a calm expression and said defiantly, "Qiao Qianshan, don't be so arrogant just because you're a little stronger than me now. I'm not easily intimidated. You've only cultivated for a few decades longer than me. Besides, I'm sure you've recently stolen the sect's pills, cultivation techniques, and martial arts skills to become so powerful. Once the sect finds out what you've done, you'll definitely be executed. As for me, I just need to wait for my master, Elder Sword Maniac, to emerge from seclusion. He will surely teach me his ultimate techniques. Even if you aren't executed by the sect then, defeating you will be a piece of cake."
Qiao Qianshan curled his lip in disdain and said coldly, "Fine, I'll wait for you to take revenge on me. I'd like to see what tricks you can come up with."
His tone was full of disdain and contempt for Zhao Ziyi.
Seeing Qiao Qianshan's attitude, Zhao Ziyi was both angry and annoyed, but there was nothing she could do.
She had no choice but to walk aside dejectedly, pick up her longsword that had been knocked away, and slunk away.
Her back view appeared somewhat lonely and flustered.
After Zhao Ziyi left, Qiao Qianshan continued shoveling snow.
On the snow, his figure stood out exceptionally tall, the shovel in his hand shoveling the snow again and again, making a rhythmic sound.
"This is what it feels like to be powerful." Qiao Qianshan was filled with emotion. He had lived for decades and had never felt so triumphant. Before, he was unknown in the sect, suffering the scorn and bullying of others. Now, he finally had the strength to stand tall and be a person of integrity.
Actually, although Qiao Qianshan didn't use his full strength, Zhao Ziyi still suffered some minor injuries.
However, at this moment she had no time to heal her wounds; all she could think about was finding her second senior brother, "Gentleman Sword" Yue Feng, and asking him for advice.
Yue Feng, known as the "Gentleman Sword," is now at the peak of the Foundation Establishment Realm. Moreover, it is said that he only needs one opportunity to break free from his cocoon and enter the coveted Divine Sense Realm.
This person is not only exceptionally talented, but also humble, polite, and upright, earning him the high regard of Elder "Sword Maniac".
Elder "Sword Maniac" often praised Yue Feng in front of everyone, saying that he had a pure sword heart and would surely become a great man in the future.
Soon, Zhao Ziyi rushed to Yue Feng's residence.
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