Book 13: Chapter 115

No one heard about Ximen Chuidengs whereabouts after he fell from Lawless Cliff six years ago. I didnt believe he perished simply because I didnt find his corpse. Maybe he was reduced to dust, or maybe someone took off with his corpse, the fact was that I didnt find his corpse at the bottom no matter how I searched, and I searched every inch. Knowing that was enough for me. I told the people I smuggled back to Divine Moon Cults headquarters in the Western Regions the same thing back then.

In the Central Plain, the majority of the martial world was convinced Ximen Chuideng met his demise at Lawless Cliff. In contrast, the members in the Western Regions who never went to the Central Plain thought their leader had only gone missing. Due to his long absence, though, starting from the members of the cult themselves, word began to spread that Ximen Chuideng met his end in the Central Plain, and it only became increasingly harder to stop the spread.

The ruler of the Western Regions seven states decision to not go to war with the Central Plain despite Ximen Chuidengs end was a personal one. In his opinion, his citizens livelihood took priority over everything else. Howbeit, owing to the magnitude of Divine Moon Cults influence in the seven states, n.o.body could predict how violently their followers would respond once they learnt their leader died in the Central Plain or that the Central Plains imperial court was responsible. One thing was for sure, though: if someone exploited those strong feelings, they could spark a war between the Western Regions seven states and the Central Plain even if the seven states sovereigns didnt desire it. To make matters worse, they were aware that someone with that thought existed.

It wasnt just a handful of people who labelled the defeated group Demon sc.u.m when the latter pulled out of the Central Plain as was in the case of Dark Wind Halls remnants. Frankly, I couldnt tell you how many people harboured hostility towards the other in the Central Plain and the Western Regions. Regardless, once the Western Regions militia was set on revenge, it wouldnt be possible to extinguish their anger. The only way to stop the flame from incinerating everything would be to extinguish the militia.

For the aforementioned reasons, Asas rulers most pressing task was to find authoritative figures of Divine Moon Cult, whether they were the Great Guardians or Guardians, anyone would do, and the more the better. Of course, nothing could beat finding Ximen Chuideng.

n.o.body can say what will happen if we cannot find Master. Su Qis gaze showed me he was no longer a snotty-nosed brat. His Majesty said that we were only had two years, at most. The seven states are not united in heart. There are people waiting for an opportunity to exploit for their own profits. If Master is still absent and someone stirs the pot, the consequences will be dire.

I tugged up the corners of my lips a tad. He wouldve shown his face already if he could.

M-My Lord, are you implying th-

No, you should believe in him. Hes not the kind of man to just roll over and die without a scene. If he was going to explode, hed make sure he stained the sky with his blood on his way out. I dont believe falling off a cliff is enough to finish him.

You scared me there. What did you mean, then?

Exactly what I said. Im not convinced hes dead. He must have his reasons for laying low, whether that because hes been captured, is a vegetable in some forest, refusing to leave the warm embrace of a beauty, starting something big somewhere else or crazy. All of the above are realistically possible. Nothing he does can surprise me.

The fact that Su Qi didnt laugh proved that I wasnt exaggerating.

In my serious voice, I said, Listen: you need to stop putting all your hopes on him alone. Hes a lot less reliable than you people give him credit for. Stop imagining hell one day suddenly appear to rescue you from danger. Its like betting on a 1% chance of success. What you need to do is think about how youll stop a riot without him.

This one understands. Please enlighten him.

Glad you understand. Tell your King I told you that. Rather than search for Ximen, your priority should be instating a new leader for Dark Moon.

Su Qi widened his eyes, seemingly understanding where I was going.

Instate a new head.

The new head could be elected from either Dark Moon or Bright Moon Factions. As well, both factions could give their input to choose someone. Accordingly, the selection of Dark Moons new leader was importantlyimportant. The only way a new head could be chosen is if both Factions were to re-elect a new head.

Even if Ximen returns, he wont bring peace back. Selecting a new head is the most practical way to stop a war.

But We have considered it, but, as you know, even if we can rea.s.semble Dark Moon Faction, based on the rules, the next head needs to be from Dark Moon That is

Identifying the main problem proved Su Qi had matured.

While Dark Moon Faction had fallen apart, Bright Moon Faction was in power. As a matter of fact, the latter had the seven states followers in the palms of their hand, which was why Bright Moon stood above the sovereigns of the seven states. Hence, crowning a new leader was essentially changing who held ultimate authority. What was the likelihood that the competent members and elders of Bright Moon Faction were just going to acquiesce just for the sake of tradition? What Su Qi hesitated to mention was that Bright Moon Faction wouldnt welcome back Dark Moon. In turn, itd be a struggle to appoint a new leader for Dark Moon Faction, let alone Divine Moon Cult. This was the very reason n.o.body bothered mentioning Dark Moon Faction since they were dismantled.

Asas sovereign valued friends and family, especially his friends.h.i.+p with Bai Tianbin. Yet, he didnt show any intent of restoring Dark Moon Sect, either, for he knew that whoever helped Dark Moon Faction out in the current forecast was sending them to their death. The same outcome would occur even if it wasnt him who tried. n.o.body was about to thoughtlessly oppose Bright Moon Faction.

Go ahead without reservation. In the event that someone does try to stop you, I smiled to myself, Ill back you.

Su Qi looked ready to start jumping on the spot. Really? Really? Really?! If you are speaking up, who would dare say otherwise? Fantastic, fantastic, His Majesty would throw a celebration to celebrate your return!

I bitterly smiled. You seem to have forgotten that I said Id never set foot in the sacred palace again when I turned against Ximen.

You merely said it out of anger! Besides, you are Lord San Shen; you hold the same authority as Master and have the same authority as him when it comes to electing a new leader. n.o.body would dare to argue with your orders even if you were to give them from ten thousand miles away.

Su Qi couldnt keep his hands still as he spoke. Hed probably have been clapping with his hands and feet if I wasnt there.

Okay, now for the most important issue. How do we get out?

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Imbecile didnt know how to get out! He told me to discuss it with Zero.

After my conversation with Su Qi, I stomped off in a fit of anger. The la.s.s wouldnt stop mumbling in my ear, wanted to get rid of me as soon as I woke up, and I couldnt beat her. Discuss it? How? I wasnt exactly worried shed find out my secret since Su Qi wouldnt just sit there and watch her murder me. Problem was, I wasnt even sure he could beat her. Moreover, even if we could persuade her, I still had all of Fiends Genesis out for me. Plus, there was that perverted organisation snooping around in the compound.

Now Im back to square one. How am I going to escape this place? Unless she allies with me, theres no way I can get out without her permission. Maybe I can find a helper to take turns in opening the doors? But who can help me?

I had to enter my room when I heard Gu Xianxians brisk footsteps coming closer.

Just the man I needed.

Brother Wu, I need you urgently! Gu Xianxian had a bag of herbs on hand. My wife told me th-

Congratulations. Your wife is pregnant.

Gu Xianxian fossilised. Could I trouble you to repeat that?

Isnt that what youre here to ask about?

But how did you

Arent you carrying herbs?

I came here to ask you if th-

Its s.h.i.+san Taibao.

Thats such a cool name. Is it

Let me save you the trouble. Its for miscarriage prevention.

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Gu Xianxian contorted his face as though every reply from me was another punch to his face.

Which means that my wife saying she is pregnant is

True, for sure.

How do you know?

I knew from the start. Didnt we find herbs and the sort in her room last time?

Why didnt you say so sooner?!

What sort of question is that? If I told you, would you have helped me with Lang Qing?

I covered my ears and responded, What sort of question is that? If I told you, would you have believed the child is yours?

I

If I told you under those circ.u.mstances, Id be adding oil to a flame. Moreover, I dont know who the father is. Its best if its you. If you suspect foul play and go confront Sister-in-Law, though, youll survive with some bruises, but youll have to live with eternal regret if the child becomes collateral damage. Now that I know Lang Qing is innocent, and Sister-in-Law is truly pregnant, I have to congratulate you, dont I?

With misty eyes, Gu Xianxian expressed, Brother, Big Bro, say less. You are my blood-related big bro.

Sometimes, I liked the kid gullible kid.

I have a job for you.

Im still recovering from my wounds, Big Bro.

Okay, I dont like when this kid uses his head.

Cant help it. Youre the only one who can take care of this.

Uh What is it?

You didnt forget that we didnt find just herbs in your wifes room today, did you?

Gu Xianxian took a moment to recall, then exclaimed, The a.s.sa.s.sination plan!

Exactly. Your wife refused to tell you about her pregnancy and asked someone else to fetch her herbs for her. You think thats normal? I suspect its all connected to the a.s.sa.s.sination plan.

I, I completely forgot about that. I will talk to my wife about it later.

As you should. How can you sleep at night without an answer?

I had no idea how to lure out the guy from the perverted organisation, but Ning Zhuoru shouldve been a good starting point. Even if you only had a quarter of your brain functioning, you could tell the a.s.sa.s.sination plan and the perverted organisation were linked. For the meantime, all I could do was wait for Gu Xianxian to pry out some intel for me.

He sure is a strange guy. Clearly, she didnt mention her pregnancy because she was blackmailed. Once her pregnancy is no longer a secret, he cant blackmail her. If I were him, I wouldnt leave Ning Zhuoru alive. Wait

d.a.m.n it! I grabbed Gu Xianxian and sprinted out the door.

Eh? Whats wrong?!

If you dont want your wife and kid to lose their lives, then hurry back to them! Hes definitely going to get rid of them!

Of course, that galvanised Gu Xianxian to bolt faster than I could possibly keep up with. Nevertheless, I didnt need to accompany him. I, instead, paid Su Qi a visit. By the time I arrived, I espied Ning Zhuoru and her husband in a tearful embrace. Anyone else who saw the scene wouldve just considered it a serene scene.

Su Qi crept over to me and whispered, There was someone after her life as you said. I scared off the a.s.sailant before he could strike with my earlier arrival.

I bobbed my head to signal Su Qi could leave, but he just went and stood guard not too far away.

How could you be so silly, Ruer? I couldnt be any happier to know youre pregnant. How could you keep it a secret?

I didnt want to hide it from you. Its just Ning Zhuoru sighed as she started crying.

Ahem, it warms my heart to see you are both safe and sound, I conveyed.

Big Bro, you overreacted. Ruer is fine. That said, we did lay it all out just before. Were okay now.

Congratulations. So, what exactly is the deal?

Gu Xianxian scratched his head. Uh, the reason is

Once Gu Xianxian looked to his wife, she said to me, Doctor Wu, I am eternally grateful you waited until the right moment to tell my husband.

I guess I get the dynamic now. Shes the brains between them.

I held my hands up in salute. You have nothing to thank me for. Just treat me to a meal someday.

Ning Zhuoru ground her teeth.

Gu Xianxian slapped his own thigh. That goes without saying. That goes without saying! Ruer, you have no idea how good Brother Wu is to me.

Ning Zhuoru exhaled loudly. Okay, as you wish.

I politely smiled. So what exactly is the situation? I need it to be demystified.

Yeah, what exactly is the situation?

Ning Zhuoru glared at me, looked to her husband and then lowered her head. All right, I shall tell you.

Glossary

s.h.i.+san Taibao A herbal soup that consists of thirteen herbs, hence s.h.i.+san

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