Chapter 1646: Great Danger

Zhu Honggong scoffed and said, Stop pretending. Youre not my Seventh Senior Brother. No matter how much you pretend, youre not him.

Qi Sheng was puzzled. Do you have some misunderstandings about me?

Zhu Honggong continued to maintain the serious expression on his face as he said, I dont have any misunderstandings. Are you still going to lie to me? Youre not welcome here. Hurry up and leave. Otherwise, Ill tell the Temple Master.

Qi Sheng was not bothered by Zhu Honggongs att.i.tude and threats. He said, First of all, I dont know your Seventh Senior Brother. Second, Ive never said that Im your Seventh Senior Brother. Finally, if I want to harm you, Ive had countless opportunities to do so in the past. Not only that, but Ive helped you countless times in the past decades. Although I dont know where this misunderstanding came from, you have to be careful of others trying to sow discord between us.

Qi Sheng continued to say, Think about it. Theres no reason for you to let another person sow discord between us. You dont have to treat me as a friend. You can just treat our relations.h.i.+p as one of mutual benefits. Dont we have common goals and interests?

After Qi Sheng finished speaking, he looked at Zhu Honggong silently.

Zhu Honggong was not eloquent. If he debated with Qi Sheng, he definitely would not be able to win Qi Sheng. Nonetheless, he had to admit that Qi Sheng had a point. Even if they were not friends, they shared common interests.

Zhu Honggongs expression finally eased slightly as he asked, Youve already obtained five Heaven Suppressing Pestles. Whats your true purpose in collecting the Heaven Suppressing Pestles?

Ive already explained it to you last time, Qi Sheng said patiently, The Dunzangs Pillar of Destruction has already been destroyed. Its only a matter of time before the Great Void collapses. Before that, we need to make preparations to protect ourselves and raise our cultivation.

Are you really so kind? Zhu Honggong asked skeptically.

Im not kind, Qi Sheng said calmly, Im doing this for myself. If I dont give you any benefits, would you help me? Were only using each other. In fact, I should be the one who tells you to put away your petty thoughts.

Zhu Honggong was speechless. After thinking about it, it did seem like he had overthought things and overestimated himself. The other party had frankly admitted that he was only using him. What else could he do? Kill the other party with a punch?

Qi Sheng chuckled and said, If youre really worried about me lying to you, then you can terminate our cooperation immediately. Ill draw a clear line between us. You go on your path of suns.h.i.+ne, and Ill go on my own path. What do you think? Then, after a moment, he added, In the future, dont come looking for me if you encounter any trouble in the temple.

Then, Qi Sheng stood up and walked out.

As soon as Qi Sheng reached the door, Zhu Honggong could not help but call out, Wait.

What else?

I was just joking! Why are you so serious? Zhu Honggong said with a smile, Youre so honest. How can I not continue to cooperate with you?

Qi Sheng did not turn around. His eyes revealed a hint of a smile.

Zhu Honggong continued to say, I was ambushed by the Black Emperors people when I went to Xuanyi Palace. I cant help but feel a little unhappy. Dont mind me.

At this time, Qi Sheng finally turned around and asked, Are you sure youre unhappy because you were ambushed, not because you listened to someones flowery words?

Zhu Honggong said righteously, How can I listen to the slanderous words of a villain? Do I look like that kind of person to you? Weve worked together for so many years, how could I not believe you? No matter what those bast*rds said, its impossible to shake my trust in you!

Really? Qi Sheng looked at Zhu Honggong skeptically.

Of course! If theres even the slightest bit of falsehood in my words, lightning will strike me! Zhu Honggong said.

Qi Sheng nodded. Thats good. However, Ive already expected the Black Emperors people to ambush you

Zhu Honggong was startled. You knew, but you didnt say anything?! I was almost captured and stewed by them!

Dont worry. He doesnt have the guts. Ive investigated Zhi Guangji thoroughly, Qi Sheng said with a smile, Zhi Guangji seems fierce and overbearing, but hes actually very scheming. Nonetheless, if he has brains like yours, Id be worried.

Zhu Honggong frowned. Are you praising me or insulting me?

Of course, Im praising you. How many people in the Great Void can be compared to the Black Emperor?

Zhu Honggong nodded in satisfaction. You have a point.

Qi Sheng asked, Whats Emperor Xuanyis att.i.tude?

Well about that Before I could mention the Heaven Suppressing Pestle, the Black Emperor appeared, and I didnt have time to ask, Zhu Honggong said.

Alright, theres no rush, Qi Sheng nodded and said, There are another two matters. First, we have to speed up the commanders compet.i.tion. Tell me which hall you like. I guarantee youll be able to obtain the position of commander.

Zhu Honggongs eyes lit up immediately. Really?

Have I, Qi Sheng, ever broken my promise to you? Qi Sheng asked confidently.

Zhu Honggong was slightly stunned. At this moment, he felt that Qi Sheng was his Seventh Senior Brother. Then, he hurriedly shook his head to dismiss his thoughts. Then, he said excitedly, Then, I choose Xuanyi Palace!

Xuanyi Palace has masters protection while I can continue to hug Qi Shengs thigh on this side! Zhu Honggong felt like he was a genius when he thought about this.

Qi Sheng was stunned.

Whats wrong?

Lets change to a different hall, Qi Sheng said.

Didnt you promise that I can choose any hall? Why do I have to change it? Zhu Honggong asked.

Its not that I cant do it, but Im afraid youll be at a disadvantage, Qi Sheng said.

Thats not possible! Zhu Honggong patted his chest and said confidently, Ill go to Xuanyi Palace and be its commander!

Qi Sheng sighed helplessly and said, Alright. Ill issue the challenge to the Azure Emperor.

Wait, what?! The Azure Emperor? Zhu Honggong grabbed Qi Sheng.

The Azure Emperors men defeated the commander of Xuanyi Palace. Hence, youd need to fight with them. Although youd be able to become the commander regardless if you win or lose, we still have to put on a show at least, Qi Sheng said.

Uh Zhu Honggong scratched his head and said, Then, Ill switch to Yan Feng Hall. It seems like no one with the Great Void Seed is going to vie for the position of commander in Yan Feng Hall. Alright, lets go with Yan Feng Hall!

Are you sure?

Im sure!

Very well, Qi Sheng said solemnly, Ive already obtained the Heaven Suppressing Pestle from Yan Feng Hall. Once you become a Great Dao Saint, Ill help you enter the core of the Pillars of Destruction to comprehend the laws of the Great Dao.

Deal! Zhu Honggong said with a grin.

Theres still another matter, Qi Sheng said after he flicked his sleeve and closed the door. Then, he continued to say, The ten halls have always been at odds with each other, and there are also many internal conflicts. Dont expect the Sacred Temple to interfere. So, for the next period of time, both of us have to be very careful.

Why? Zhu Honggong was puzzled. Who would dare to attack us?

Qi Sheng said, Theres no one who doesnt want to become a commander of one of the ten halls. The ten halls exist in a precarious balance. Everyone has their own interests. Ive researched the previous commanders compet.i.tions, and there were many violent deaths. The victims are all challengers. Although the Sacred Temple did deal with a few of the culprits, it was after the deed had been committed.

Zhu Honggong inhaled sharply. He suddenly felt that the commanders compet.i.tion was no longer fun.

If its not necessary, dont leave the temple. Remember, the Sacred Temple is the safest place, Qi Sheng said, emphasizing the word safest. After saying that, he turned around and left, leaving behind Zhu Honggong who was in a daze.

While Qi Sheng flew, he looked down on the land.

One of his subordinates asked in a hushed tone, Commander, why didnt you reveal your true ident.i.ty to him?

The time is not right. If I do that, itll only bring trouble. Zhu Honggong looks foolish, but hes actually very smart. When I spoke to him earlier, it looked like Id successfully convinced him. However, thats not the case. Its just that he has a very obvious flaw; he doesnt know when to shut his mouth, Qi Sheng said.

Commander is wise.

Qi Sheng and the Silver Guards continued to fly. They did not go to the Runic Hall. They flew over several mountains that towered past the clouds.

When Qi Sheng saw how foggy it was, he became suspicious. He raised his head to look at the sun that was s.h.i.+ning brightly in the sky. He looked down at the mysterious fog swirling between the foothills before he suddenly raised his hand and said, Stop.

Whats wrong?

Theres a trap. Lets take a detour.

Understood.