Fellow Daoist! That scoundrel has written a new book again.

Chapter 417 Discussing it from the perspective of personal grudges

Gu Yiguan's words sounded like a joke, yet they subtly highlighted the key point—

1. Zhu Wuyao was given a clear path in front of Sect Leader Fang.

2. Zhaixinglou knows most of his experiences since entering the Dao.

3. The growth of one's character and temperament is a clear and gradual process.

The disciples of Qingyun Sect distributed a booklet containing a copy of "Master Wuyan of Beixuan City" to everyone to prove that this matter was not unfounded.

Upon closer examination, there are quite a few points that could be used to exonerate them.

For example, the title "Master Wuyan" might just be a coincidence or an overlap.

Gu Yiguan guessed that Qingyun Sect still had other evidence in its hands, but simply did not want to share it with other sects.

What is presented here does not prove anything.

However, Elder Liao's actions were not malicious.

It's more like a warning to the four groups.

Even so, such news, once it gets out, will still affect Zhu Wuyao, and might even become the reason why others stand against her at certain crucial moments.

Gu Yiguan reviewed the evidence in his hand, looked up at Wu Guihong, and asked:

"What do you think, Fellow Daoist Wu?"

Upon being named by Gu Yi, Zhu Wuyao realized that she needed to state her position first before she could cooperate.

Before Zhu Wuyao could speak, the disciples of the Juque Sect behind him said indignantly:

"Master, if this person has slaughtered our Juque Sect disciples, regardless of whether she is Zhu Wuyao, a possessor, or a rogue cultivator, she should be held accountable!"

As for the explanation...

Zhu Wuyao smiled.

She closed the booklet in her hand and said:

"Let's set aside the matter of possession for now. I, Wu, only know—"

"The one who killed my Juque Sect disciple was the wandering martial arts cultivator, Daoist Wuyan. As for Zhu Wuyao of Zhaixing Tower, I have never seen him before."

Therefore, it can only be considered as a personal grudge.

If one were to encounter "Zhaixinglou Zhu Wuyao" in a public setting, one would naturally address him as "fellow Daoist," thus saving face for both sects.

However, if one were to encounter the "Wuyan Daoist, a wandering martial arts master," in private, battles are commonplace in the martial arts world. If one were to die in the fight before having a chance to introduce oneself, one could only lament that one's skills were inferior to the other's.

If she can't withstand the pursuit and reveals her identity, confirming that Daoist Wuyan is indeed Zhu Wuyao, then it won't be too late to elevate the matter to the level of two sects.

Gu Yiguan, however, sensed another layer of meaning—

Zhu Wuyao is... trying to break free from the protection of the Star-Picking Tower.

She smiled, but didn't take Zhu Wuyao's words to heart.

There were signs of this all along.

Before coming to the far south, Zhu Wuyao tried to distance himself from the Star-Picking Tower, but what was the result?

The communication talisman was used.

She was asked to travel to the far south and rescue her from the Seven Illusions Sect of Star Point. If she really had such backbone, why didn't she go to find her old friend herself? Why did she accept the map that she handed over?

Even now, Zhu Wuyao's ability to sit here and spout such nonsense is also based on her position and goodwill.

If she wanted to cause Zhu Wuyao some trouble, she only needed to point out that "Wu Guihong" was not the real person, and that would be enough to put Zhu Wuyao on the brink of life and death.

Therefore, Gu Yiguan could not understand—

How could someone, while relying on her kindness to survive, clamor that they don't need protection?

Her attitude towards Zhu Wuyao was one of slight appreciation and mostly disdain.

Zhu Wuyao suddenly felt a chill on the back of her neck.

She slowly sat up straight.

They met Gu Yiguan's scrutinizing gaze.

She didn't anger Gu Yiguan at this time; it was much earlier—

Gu Yiguan had no intention of winning her over, but for some reason, he impulsively said those words, and instead of being grateful, he even mocked her back.

However, Gu Yiguan was too arrogant, so arrogant that he disdained to get angry about it.

When their eyes met, Ruan Ayao looked at Elder Liao and asked:

"Did Senior Liao hear about Master Wuyan and thus make a trip to the far south?"

If that's the case, then this matter is probably more serious than Elder Liao has openly stated.

Elder Liao couldn't say that he was acting on someone's behalf.

"I heard about the Blood Corrosion Curse and was worried that innocent people would be implicated, so I wanted to come and see if I could help."

"Haha, actually, even now, I still don't understand what the Blood Corrosion Curse is all about."

"If it's true, it doesn't seem as powerful as the rumors suggest; but if it's false, the various sects took it very seriously back then and even launched a purge because of it."

Gu Yiguan admired Elder Liao somewhat; at such an advanced age, her Dao heart remained pure. She smiled and said:

"Acting the right path is always the same... with caution."

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Everyone found it quite strange to hear the news about the "Silent Taoist Priest".

The disciples of the Taibai Sect had met Master Wuyan before, but Ruan Ayao had instructed them not to say anything, and Elder Liao had no intention of causing any trouble.

Upon returning to their sect's territory, they began to discuss it amongst themselves—

"The Daoist Master Wuyan is actually Luoye Yaoqiu?"

"Although Fallen Leaves Inviting Autumn is quite glamorous, for some reason, when this person's true colors were revealed, I was actually somewhat... disappointed?"

"I get it, I get it! The most important thing about a mysterious swordsman is mystery!"

"By the way, do you guys really think Zhu Wuyao is someone who has possessed another body...?"

There was a moment of silence in the room after these words were spoken.

Gu Yiguan's words lingered in my ears for a long time.

"According to the stories, this is equivalent to being reborn and returning home..."

"That seems a bit useless, doesn't it?"

"Hey! I've already figured out how to write this story. Cough—in my previous life, I was unjustly killed, but luckily my remnant soul survived. Now that I've been reborn, I must trample the four sects and forge my own invincible path!"

"Huh? Aren't we one of the four sects?"

"Why are you still picking a fight!"

"..."

There was a lot of discussion about it.

Meanwhile, the disciples of the Juque Sect were surrounding Zhu Wuyao, clamoring for him to pay for his crimes in blood!

“Master, if Zhu Wuyao is indeed the one who has possessed another's body, and has attacked our Juque Sect many times, perhaps he was the one who had a grudge against our sect in his previous life!”

Zhu Wuyao silently corrected himself in his heart: It's not a past life, it's this life.

"Perhaps Zhaixinglou is in cahoots with Zhu Wuyao. Zhaixinglou gave her a public identity, but in reality, they want to use Zhu Wuyao to attack my Juque Sect, and then cut ties cleanly and pretend they know nothing!"

This sounds a bit like a conspiracy theory.

However, Zhu Wuyao had indeed suspected long ago that Sect Leader Fang might know many things, but she was unsure whether he also thought she had been possessed.

She could clearly sense that morale on Wu Guihong's side was crumbling.

Ultimately, it all comes down to strength.

Elder Wu, who was originally just one step away from the Nascent Soul stage, actually regressed to the Golden Core stage. Fortunately, Wu Guihong had accumulated considerable prestige beforehand; otherwise, some people might have already begun to doubt her and provoke her.

"I have my own plans, so you should refrain from further discussion."

After saying this, Zhu Wuyao's divine sense stirred slightly, and he sensed that someone seemed to be crawling furtively around the Juque Sect.

It seems Zhu Wuji really wants to have a drink with her.

They couldn't hold back any longer.