mtlumby2d Chapter 381: Xia Yushan's Fate
Chapter 381: Xia Yushan's Fate
Sect Master Xia just stood there in silence. He almost wished that something had happened to Tianyi instead of hearing this news. He’d rather face Mengfei’s wrath than this shame. What came next wasn’t denial. “Who knows?”
“I was battling Emperor Infinity, but according to reports, a few immortals caught sight of the act. For now, word won’t spread,” Grand Elder Zhang said. She paused. “You aren’t thinking of concealing the incident, are you?”
Sect Master Xia showed a hopeless smile. “How could I? Even if no one saw, Yushan won’t be able to protect his life. It’ll probably won’t be long before Grand Elder Xi takes action. I should just end Yushan’s misery before she takes action.”
Grand Elder Zhang revealed a pitying expression. “You still care for him.”
“He’s my most-prized disciple,” Sect Master Xia said with no shame. “And, he’s one of the few Xia Clan members left. After the destruction of the Xia Clan, there aren’t many members left. At the very least, I wanted Yushan to keep his honor, even if he can’t keep his life.”
The female grand elder nodded in understanding. She frowned when she saw Sect Master Xia frown. “What’s wrong?”
“The Xia Clan was destroyed during the war,” Sect Master Xia said.
Grand Elder Zhang nodded. Associated clans often became the targets during war. Although she thought it was cruel, it didn’t change reality. That is, until she heard Sect Master Xia’s next words. “It was Yushan who reported the destruction of the clan.”Nnêw n0vel chapters are published at novelhall.com
She wasn’t stupid. Practitioners of the Emotion Severance Sutra became coldhearted and would do anything to further their path. Xia Yushan must have attempted to kill Daoyi because it benefitted his cultivation. The only reason Grand Elder Zhang could think of was to sever an inner devil.
Since Xia Yushan already attempted to kill Daoyi, who’s to say he hadn’t done something similar before this attempt?
“Where’s Yushan now?” Sect Master Xia asked. His expression hadn’t changed, and there was no fluctuation in his voice, but Grand Elder Zhang heard a distinct edge.
“He’s with Elder Xi,” Grand Elder Zhang said. After a moment, she added, “The younger one. I didn’t see Xia Yushan, so I suspected that he isolated Xia Yushan in a private space.”
Sect Master Xia nodded. Knowing more information than Grand Elder Zhang, he concluded that Tianyi trapped Xia Yushan inside his inner cosmos. For now, Grand Elder Xi was likely clinging onto Tianyi. He would have to find some time to talk privately with Tianyi and have Xia Yushan transferred over.
“Is there something else?” Sect Master Xia asked upon seeing Grand Elder Zhang still standing there with some hesitation.
“Do you know Elder Xi’s true strength?”
“True strength?” Sect Master Xia asked. “I have an inkling.”
Upon seeing his composure, Grand Elder Zhang knew that Sect Master Xia hadn’t read her and the Eternal Night Emperor’s reports on the battle. More specifically, the aftereffects of Tianyi wiping out the headquarters Eight Pillar Sect. “You should read up on my and the Eternal Night Emperor’s analysis on Elder Xi’s strength. Don’t make a fatal mistake.”
With those last words, Grand Elder Zhang left a confused Sect Master Xia. After she left, Sect Master Xia found the reports. Before reading, he wondered why Grand Elder Zhang left him with those words. He recalled the information concerning Tianyi.
The last time he recalled Tianyi’s combat abilities was when he battled against the War Hall’s Head Elder Huang Feihong. He knew Tianyi had a practically limitless source of qi and nigh impossible to kill thanks to his mastery of the Law of Spacetime. However, he was still too immature. Despite possessing all that power, he couldn’t utilize it efficiently.
Had Tianyi learned to utilize it? If he could, Sect Master Xia did not doubt that he may even rival his mother, Xi Mengfei—at least in terms of danger.
“Elder Jiang,” Sect Master Xia started. “I heard what my disciple did. I know this is far from enough to make up for what happened, but please accept my apology.”
Daoyi only smiled. “There’s no need. In fact, it is I who should be apologizing.”
Despite the seemingly gentle words, Sect Master Xia felt the air mysteriously chill. However, Daoyi didn’t let him ponder as to why for too long. “You must be here to see Tianyi. He’s a bit preoccupied. I bet his anger will be mollified a bit if you see him.”
Without waiting for Sect Master Xia to reply, Daoyi turned around and walked into Jade Peak Palace. Sect Master Xia smiled bitterly. Sure enough, she was angry at him, but he didn’t blame her.
“We’re here,” Daoyi said as she opened the door into the main hall.
Upon entering, Sect Master Xia wanted to avert his gaze immediately. Inside, Mengfei sat in the main seat, but her arms were around Tianyi’s arm. She had an iron-like grip that prevented Tianyi from escaping. The only way for him to free himself would require him to harm her, something he never wanted to do.
Tianyi’s eyes looked toward Sect Master Xia for help, but it immediately cooled as his expression turned stony. Sect Master Xia coughed into his fists. “Greetings Grand Elder Xi, Tianyi.”
Mengfei glanced over. “Is there something you need?”
There was no fluctuation in her voice, but Sect Master Xia could hear the unsaid, “Scram!”
He coughed into his fists. After some deliberation, he said, “I need to speak with Tianyi, no Grand Elder Tianyi concerning sect matters.”
At first, Mengfei was displeased, but it was swiftly reversed upon hearing Tianyi’s new status. However, she still denied Sect Master Xia. “Right now, Yi’er is busy. If there’s nothing urgent. Come back another time.”
“No, it’s concerning Grand Elder Tianyi’s achievements on the Earth Continent. It’s significant for the whole Buzhou Immortal Sect. I even want to publically award him and elevate his status. It will be a sect-wide celebration. As the only one with equal achievements as you, it is imperative for me to speak with him.”
Mengfei practically glowed in pride, as if the one receiving all the praise was not Tianyi but her. She turned to Tianyi. “What do you think, Yi’er? If you don’t want to, you can delay.”
Tianyi placed his free hand over Mengfei’s arm. “No, Mother. I feel it is important for my future to discuss with Sect Master Xia.”
Mengfei slowly released her arms from Tianyi. Although reluctant, she felt a sour yet sweet emotion stirring in her heart. She watched as Tianyi walked out with Sect Master Xia. Once Tianyi’s back left her sight, she set her gaze on Daoyi. “Come here.”
Daoyi obeyed and sat next to her master.
“You were on the same battlefield as Yi’er,” Mengfei said. “Tell me, how was he? Did he look valiant while striking down his foes?”
As Mengfei babbled on, Daoyi smiled helplessly. Currently, her master did not appear like an exalted immortal sovereign, but a highschool girl eager for gossip. Still, she satisfied Mengfei’s itch.
Once they walked into Tianyi’s residence in Jade Peak Palace, Tianyi sealed the spacetime to prevent anyone, including his mother, from spying. “I hope you’re not going to ask me to forgive Xia Yushan after what he has done.”
Hearing the glacial tone, Sect Master Xia already knew it was impossible for Xia Yushan to be saved. In fact, even saving his reputation likely had no hope. “No, Yushan’s fate is already sealed. His crimes will be announced to everyone and be executed as per the sect’s laws. And after that, I will step down as sect master.”