bayedsolid Chapter 277 The Witch of the Martial World 18
Chapter 277 The Witch of the Martial World 18
Lin Shinian believes that he and his sister depend on each other for survival, and that they share a secret, making them the closest people in the world.
But seeing his sister's foolish behavior now, he was so angry that he was speechless.
After a long pause, Lin Shinian took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down. "Sister, think about it carefully. She is the Holy Maiden of the Demonic Sect, and the forces she represents have been harming people in the martial arts world."
Lin Shiwan stubbornly shook her head, "That's all your prejudice. I've met her, and she's very kind."
Lin Shinian turned around and paced back and forth in anger, unable to understand his sister's change of heart.
Outside the door, Guo Xiao, who had been waiting for a long time, pushed the door open and entered. He didn't know what the Lin siblings were talking about; his own mind was in complete turmoil.
Guo Xiao stared intently at Lin Shinian, "Did you already know about my father's affair with the imperial court?"
Lin Shinian's eyelids trembled, and he feigned confusion, saying, "How would I know? Xiaodi, don't overthink it. Uncle... perhaps it's just a misunderstanding. Besides, he must have his own reasons."
"What considerations? He's betraying the martial world!" Guo Xiao roared in a deep voice, suppressing his anger. He was tense, as if he might explode at any moment.
Guo Xiao originally planned to go back and inquire, but the situation has become serious. It seems that the Demonic Sect is about to make a comeback. They are also unable to leave due to the persuasion of the Five Factions and the coercion of Princess Jiayi.
This left Guo Xiao with a thorn in his side; he wanted to understand why his father had done that, but he couldn't get an answer.
Lin Shinian looked at Guo Xiao with mixed feelings. He did know everything, but he couldn't reveal the truth now. After all, it was too complicated, and it wouldn't do him any good to tell him. If Guo's father found out, he would probably kill him.
Without the Six Yang Divine Skill, his martial arts are no match for Guo's father.
"Xiaodi, let's deal with the matter of the Demonic Sect first. We can investigate your father's matter later."
Guo Xiao snorted coldly, "Do you all think I'm stupid? I have no mind to care about anything else until this matter is clarified."
After saying that, he walked away.
Watching Guo Xiao's departing figure, Lin Shiwan whispered to her brother, "Brother, just tell him. He'll only suffer more if he continues like this."
The main reason was that Lin Shiwan didn't want Guo Xiao to focus his attention on the Demonic Sect.
She has changed her mind about destroying the Demonic Sect, because of Qingyu, she can try to accept the existence of the Demonic Sect.
However, Lin Shinian shook his head helplessly, "This matter is of great importance. Once it is leaked, the entire martial arts world will be in chaos, and we will become the target of everyone's criticism."
“But…” Lin Shiwan’s face showed stubbornness. At this moment, she no longer thought about her previous plans. What good was having unparalleled martial arts skills? If that beautiful woman were to die before this, she would regret it for the rest of her life.
How could she just stand by and watch the other person disappear?
We just have to take it slow now.
Lin Shiwan pursed her lips and remained silent, lowering her eyes to conceal her emotions, listening to Lin Shinian's arrangements as if nothing was wrong.
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Guo Xiao's mind was in a mess. He didn't know where to go or what to say. He wandered aimlessly until he came to his senses and found himself alone on the back mountain.
Gazing at the dense forest, Guo Xiao felt a surge of anger. He drew his sword and launched a fierce attack, the sharp sword wind slicing through countless flowers and plants, leaving a scene of utter devastation.
"Instead of venting your anger here, why don't you cooperate with me?" A slightly deep female voice rang out. Guo Xiao turned around and saw that it was Princess Jiayi.
He had no good impression of the imperial court, nor of Princess Jiayi, exclaiming, "What are you doing here?!"
Princess Jiayi's wide sleeves obscured her face, and with her head slightly lowered, her features were not clearly visible. However, for some reason, her voice sounded increasingly strange...
Like a man or a woman.
"Of course, I want to discuss a good collaboration with you."
"I have nothing to talk to you about." Guo Xiao sheathed her sword and was about to leave when she heard the person behind her say quietly, "Are you sure? I can tell you what your father is hiding from you. After all, I am a princess, aren't I?"
These words made Guo Xiao freeze in his tracks. He turned abruptly, staring intently at Princess Jiayi, his voice hoarse and icy, "Why did my father agree to cooperate with the imperial court? Did you force him?"
"You overestimate us. Your father is a top martial arts master. Coercion? Ha—" The sarcasm in his words was so obvious that it made people furious.
Guo Xiao clenched his fist. "Then why is that?"
Princess Jiayi slowly approached him, her voice seductive and amused, like a tempting monster from the deep sea, sending chills down one's spine. "Do you know that the imperial court is planning a major event, which requires your father's assistance? And what your father seeks can only be given by the imperial court."
Guo Xiao's breath hitched, and his handsome brows furrowed. "What does he want?"
Princess Jiayi smiled gently. The branches blocked the sunlight, casting a shadow on her face. "The secret to immortality."
Guo Xiao's eyes widened, her face filled with disbelief. "How could this be?"
In the shadows, Lin Shinian and Lin Shiwan quietly approached the place and were also shocked by this statement.
Lin Shiwan swallowed hard, afraid of being discovered, and whispered, "Brother, isn't it inappropriate for us to eavesdrop?"
Lin Shinian gestured for her to be quiet.
Princess Jiayi continued, "The imperial court obtained a secret manual containing a sorcery that requires the internal strength of many martial arts masters to perform. Success would grant immortality and make one invincible. Your father was tempted by this and willingly cooperated."
Guo Xiao's face was deathly pale, her eyes were red, and she muttered to herself, "Impossible...impossible! How could my father be so confused?"
Princess Jiayi smiled maliciously and said, "If you want to stop him, do as I say."
Guo Xiao clenched his fists and remained silent for a long time. His mind was in a mess. Reason told him that he should ask his father about the situation, but Princess Jiayi was a member of the imperial court. She had no reason to lie to him. After all, the lie was easy to expose. The only possibility was that it was true!
After hesitating for a moment, Guo Xiao closed his eyes and finally nodded.
Lin Shinian, hiding in the shadows, felt a sense of unease. He exchanged a glance with Lin Shiwan, both feeling that things were getting a bit tricky.
They knew what would happen next before, but they didn't tell anyone because they wanted to obtain the cultivation technique through Guo Xiao. However, now that Princess Jiayi has intervened, it is very likely that the entire situation will change!
This won't do! We've already lost a cultivation technique, and the Demonic Sect has changed its attitude; we can't afford to change anything else!
"Guo Xiao! Don't be confused!" Lin Shinian couldn't help but whisper, instantly attracting the attention of the two people over there.
Upon seeing who it was, Princess Jiayi frowned slightly, then scoffed, "What right do you have to meddle? Do you think you can resolve this matter?"
"We can't, but if you don't leave now, I'll immediately inform the Emperor, and you won't get away with it!" Lin Shinian threatened in a deep voice.
Princess Jiayi's expression changed slightly, her sharp eyes glaring at him. Finally, she looked at Guo Xiao and sneered, "I'll be waiting for your good news."
After saying that, he turned and strode away.
As Guo Xiao watched her retreating figure, he felt a momentary unease. Why did Princess Jiayi's demeanor seem... a bit masculine?
Shaking his head, Guo Xiao dismissed this unrealistic idea and looked at Lin Shinian with a cold expression. "What are you doing here? My affairs are none of your business."