The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun

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Yue Buqun nodded without saying anything more.

The group went to the banquet arranged by the prefect of Luzhou and stayed until evening.

Jiang Ning, who had already finished eating, went out for a walk, but soon saw a person carrying a large stack of books approaching.

"Are you from the Demon Extermination Bureau?"

Jiang Ning spoke up.

He saw that the top cover of the stack of books had the words "Demon Extermination Bureau" written on it.

The man paused for a moment before slowly speaking.

“I am not a member of the Demon Extermination Bureau. I am only here to deliver the documents to Alliance Leader Yue on your orders.”

Jiang Ning nodded.

"Alliance Leader Yue is my master, give him to me."

As he spoke, Jiang Ning took a thick stack of files from the man's hand, and the man's face was revealed.

Jiang Ning glanced at him casually and asked.

"Are you nervous?"

Jiang Ning noticed that his hand was trembling unconsciously. Although the movement was small, it was very obvious to Jiang Ning.

The man quickly calmed down, smiled, and said, "I was quite excited to hear that you heroes have come to Luzhou Prefecture to eliminate the Demonic Sect and rid the people of this scourge."

Jiang Ning nodded without asking any further questions, but then looked at him with a puzzled expression.

"We seem to have met somewhere before."

Chapter 690: The Great Battle is Imminent

Even Ji Wushi, who had an excellent mental fortitude, couldn't help but twitch his brow when he heard those words.

Ji Wushi tried his best to remain calm and return to Jiangning.

"I heard today that Master Jiang has arrived in Luzhou Prefecture. I was also in the crowd at the time, admiring Master Jiang from afar."

Hearing this, Jiang Ning glanced at him.

"What's your name?"

"My surname is Ji."

Jiang Ning didn't speak, and his expression was unreadable; he simply nodded.

"Alright, leave these to me."

Ji Wushi knew he could leave and breathed a sigh of relief, but he didn't show it on his face. He smiled and said, "Then I'll take my leave."

Jiang Ning watched his departing figure, her brows furrowing slightly. After a moment, she also turned and left.

After escaping Jiang Ning's sight, Ji Wushi stood at the corner, leaning against the wall, cold sweat involuntarily beading on his forehead.

"Did he recognize me?"

Ji Wushi was filled with doubt and uncertainty.

He was certain that he had only seen Jiang Ning once, when the Black Wind Society ambushed and killed Jiang Ning. He only caught a glimpse of Jiang Ning from afar in the crowd, and then never saw him again, nor did he appear in front of Jiang Ning. How could Jiang Ning recognize him?

Perhaps Jiang Ning really misjudged.

Ji Wushi breathed a sigh of relief and slowly left only after repeatedly confirming that he had not been recognized.

At this time, Jiang Ning also returned to the post station, which was the residence arranged by the prefect of Luzhou for the various factions.

Arriving at Yue Buqun's door, they knocked, and the door was opened from the inside shortly afterward.

"Master's wife."

Jiang Ning greeted them first, then went inside. Yue Buqun was reading a book at that moment.

"Master, this is a file and intelligence sent by the Demon Extermination Division."

Upon hearing this, Yue Buqun looked up in that direction, nodded, and was about to speak when he noticed Jiang Ning's thoughtful expression. He asked, "What's wrong? Did you discover anything?"

Jiang Ning remained calm and replied to his master's question, "The person who delivered the files today is suspicious."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Yue Buqun put down his book and listened attentively.

"That man's martial arts skills were not low, but in Luzhou Prefecture he was just an unknown soldier assigned to deliver files, and he seemed a little nervous when he saw me..."

Jiang Ning voiced his suspicions. If it were just these two points, Jiang Ning wouldn't have been so suspicious. However, when he probed, the other party's response was not the kind of response a normal person would give. Instead, it seemed to imply that he should stop asking questions.

The fact that the other party was so eager has created a problem.

Upon hearing Jiang Ning's words, Yue Buqun asked, "You suspect he was sent by the Demonic Sect?"

"No."

Jiang Ning shook his head: "I just feel that he's a bit abnormal."

"Well."

Yue Buqun pondered for a moment and said, "We are now in Luzhou Prefecture and will soon meet Ren Woxing. We do need to pay attention to these details. Tomorrow I will ask the prefect of Luzhou if we can investigate that person."

"it is good."

Jiang Ning nodded.

At this moment, Yue Buqun stood up and said, "Now that we have arrived in Luzhou Prefecture, there is still no news from Shaolin and Wudang, but I think they will arrive soon."

Not long ago, Shaolin announced that it would participate in the extermination of the demon. Soon after, Wudang also sent its disciples down the mountain, under the banner of eliminating demons and protecting the righteous path. It is said that they are already on their way to Luzhou Prefecture.

The reactions of the Shaolin and Wudang factions were within Yue Buqun's expectations. However, what was intriguing was that the Hengshan faction received news that Shaolin had invited Wudang to accompany them, but Wudang used the excuse that their leader had something to attend to and set off a few days later than Shaolin. The two factions did not travel together.

"It seems that the relationship between the Shaolin and Wudang sects is no longer as close as it used to be."

Yue Buqun said.

In the past, the Shaolin and Wudang sects were very close and always went together. The Wudang sect leader, Chongxu, followed Fangzheng closely. In almost every major event in the martial arts world, Chongxu would agree with whatever Fangzheng said, just like Fangzheng's follower. But now things seem to be a little different.

This is the first time Wudang has not traveled with Shaolin.

"Since the Songshan Sect was destroyed and our Weiyi Alliance was established, Wudang has also realized the changes in the Jianghu situation and its attitude is different from the past."

Yue Buqun continued.

"Does Master think Wudang will side with us?"

Jiang Ning asked.

"Do not."

Yue Buqun shook his head.

"A sect like Wudang will not side with anyone. They will only be close to one side at a certain time. The current relationship between Wudang and Shaolin does not mean that Wudang will be close to my Weiyi Alliance."

Chongxu, as the leader of Wudang, must have been aware of the conflict between Huashan Sect and Shaolin. The reason Wudang is acting this way now is more likely because the Zhenwu Sword, the treasure of Wudang, is in Jiang Ning's hands. Wudang does not want to offend Huashan Sect, but it also cannot continue to get too close to Shaolin. Therefore, Wudang has its current attitude to show that Wudang has no intention of opposing either side.

Of course, this may also be due to Wudang having new ideas, but in any case, Wudang's current behavior shows that it is no longer closely aligned with Shaolin, but it does not mean that Shaolin will side with the Weiyi Alliance. Wudang will most likely waver between the two sides, but even if Wudang wavers, it will be beneficial to both the Huashan Sect and the Weiyi Alliance.

"After the Wudang Sect arrives, I will have a meeting with Master Chongxu."

Yue Buqun smiled faintly.

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Wuwei Prefecture.

"Reporting to the leader, the Weiyi Alliance has arrived in Luzhou Prefecture, accompanied by nearly ten thousand martial arts practitioners."

A follower reported this to Ren Woxing.

At this time, there were many high-ranking members of the Demonic Sect around Ren Woxing, including Ren Yingying, Green Bamboo Elder, Qu Yang, Elder in Yellow Robes, Liu Zhengfeng, and the leader of the Diancang Sect who had already submitted to the Demonic Sect.

Ren Woxing, sitting in the main seat, had a cold expression on his face and asked, "Where are Shaolin, Wudang, and the other sects?"

The cult member replied, "Reporting to the leader, Shaolin has set off from Shaoshi Mountain in a large-scale operation half a month ago. They have now arrived in Fengyang Prefecture and joined up with the Beggars' Sect. They are currently heading towards Luzhou Prefecture. Wudang has arrived near Luzhou Prefecture and will be there soon. Kunlun Sect has just arrived in Baoning Prefecture."

Upon hearing this news, the expressions on everyone's faces varied, with most showing worry in their eyes.

Ren Woxing's expression didn't change much as he continued, "How many people are in each faction? How many experts do they have?"

"Reporting to the Master, Shaolin Temple is led by Fang Zheng with over 1,200 disciples, along with many lay disciples who have joined Shaolin in this mission. Wudang is led by its leader, Chongxu, with 800 disciples. The number of Kunlun Sect members is unknown. Currently, there is a steady stream of martial artists from all over the world heading towards Luzhou Prefecture."

The information provided by this cult member put everyone present under pressure.

There are already more than 10,000 people from the Weiyi Alliance and other martial arts practitioners who have arrived in Luzhou Prefecture. Once the Shaolin, Wudang, Kunlun and other martial arts practitioners arrive, there will be at least tens of thousands of them. This battle between good and evil is not in their favor.

In addition, the imperial edict issued by the court not long ago has already made many people have second thoughts.

Chapter 691: Setting Up an Ambush

"Father."

At this moment, Ren Yingying stepped forward and said, "The righteous path has gathered countless experts, determined to fight us to the death. This is very disadvantageous for us. Why don't we temporarily avoid their sharp edge, withdraw from Wuwei Prefecture, and reconsider our strategy?"

Should I avoid their direct confrontation?

Ren Woxing snorted coldly.

"More than a decade ago, when I was the leader of the sect, I was invincible and my power was overwhelming. Back then, who dared to avoid my sharp edge? Now, do you expect me to avoid their sharp edge?"

Things are different now and then.

Ren Yingying thought to herself.

Things are different now. If Ren Woxing were still the leader of the cult who was above all others, with all the power of the cult in his hands, then he would naturally not be afraid. But now, they and Dongfang Bubai have each torn half of the cult apart and have also provoked the righteous path and the imperial court. How can the situation be the same as before?

Ren Yingying was about to say something more when Ren Woxing raised his hand to signal her to shut up.

"With a great battle imminent, anyone who dares to back down will face my ruthlessness."

Ren Woxing's words set the tone for this whole affair.

Ren Yingying was unwilling, but she had no choice but to step down.

She didn't understand why the situation had changed to this point.

She couldn't understand why her father was so stubborn, unable to recognize the situation, and unwilling to back down.

"Somebody come!"

Ren Woxing shouted sharply, and two elders in yellow robes stepped forward.

"What are your orders, Master?"

Ren Woxing looked at the two men: "Elder Zhang, Elder Zhou, I hereby order you to lead two thousand followers to ambush the Wudang Sect."

Since the other side had not yet regrouped, he decided to strike first and deliver a heavy blow.

The two elders in yellow robes bowed and accepted the order.

"My subordinate understands."

After saying this, the two were about to leave, but Ren Woxing stopped them.

"and many more."

Ren Woxing pondered for a moment and then ordered, "The strength of the Wudang Sect should not be underestimated. Also, send the Five Poisons Sect with you."

After Lan Fenghuang's death, the Five Poisons Sect fell into chaos as everyone vied for the position of sect leader. Ren Woxing used harsh methods to purge the Five Poisons Sect and later supported a male Miao person to take the position of sect leader, which temporarily stabilized the Five Poisons Sect.

Among the crowd stood a Miao person, who stepped forward and bowed in the Miao etiquette.

"Yes, Master."

Upon seeing the Miao man, Ren Yingying's eyes revealed a hint of displeasure.

Ever since Ren Woxing supported that Miao person to become the leader of the Five Poisons Sect, she has lost control of the sect. The current leader of the Five Poisons Sect directly obeys Ren Woxing and doesn't even listen to her orders.

Upon hearing that the Five Poisons Sect would also intervene, the two yellow-robed elders revealed a hint of joy in their eyes.

Ren Woxing waved his hand, and the two yellow-robed elders and the Miao man left.