Apocalypse: I Have One More Keyword Than Others-Chapter 60 - Sincerity_1
Chapter 60: Sincerity_1
Chapter 60: Sincerity_1
As a sect with hundreds of years of heritage, Sect Master Zong originally had full confidence regarding Feng Qi’s ascent up the mountain.
However, Tong Shihong first sent word about Feng Qi and his companions, branding them as exceedingly malevolent evil demons, which made Sect Master Zong increasingly anxious and even somewhat regretful for having sent out the Law Enforcement Elders.
In the past two days, he had verified the identities of Tan Hongsheng and Gao Hongqiao.
When Tan Hongsheng began practicing, the disciples around him would indeed unconsciously be influenced by him and become more diligent; even Sect Master Zong felt an irresistible urge, drawing his sword and practicing a few moves. Deep inside, he harbored a unique desire not to be surpassed by Tan.
Gao Hongqiao, on the other hand, demonstrated to him the skill of reaching into a pot of boiling oil to retrieve copper coins. Sect Master Zong watched as Gao’s hand was scalded to the skin by the hot oil, but Gao was undaunted, resolutely stirring his hand in the pot and actually managed to fish out the coins. Then, his nearly cooked arm miraculously returned to its original state in the blink of an eye;
The boiling oil pot had been prepared by Sect Master Zong himself, so there was certainly no trickery involved, like the common street swindlers adding vinegar to the bottom of the pot…
All these miraculous signs were enough to prove that both were undoubtedly Heavenly Demons.
Gao Hongqiao was a brute; at most, he would be a frontal charge for Hua Mountain. But Tan Hongsheng could indeed bring benefits to Hua Mountain, after all, with him setting an example, every disciple of the Hua Mountain Sect would compete to emulate him, and in time, how many more experts would emerge within the sect!
The prosperity of a sect relies on its heritage and relay!
Sect Master Zong still harbored wariness towards the Heavenly Demons, but he couldn’t deny that he was moved by their talents. He only thought of finding a way to control them, and make them loyally serve Hua Mountain.
Of course,
the most pressing matter now was dealing with Feng Qi.
After all,
according to Tong Shihong, the trio that included Feng Qi were rather troublesome adversaries.
Moreover, the rumor about the Peacekeeping Gang inviting the Hua Mountain Sect to join the Peacekeeping Joint Defense had been widely spread, and should an accident occur, it would be a great embarrassment for the Hua Mountain Sect.
Looking at the two Heavenly Demons before him, Sect Master Zong asked, “Feng Qi will soon be climbing up the mountain, and they each have their specialties. What special divine skills do you two possess that can be used in this upcoming battle?”
Gao Hongqiao replied, “Reporting to Sect Leader, in battle, as long as I do not retreat, my martial power will double, and my recovery speed will become increasingly quick. In this fight with Feng Qi, I will be at the frontlines…”
“Your martial arts skills are only comparable to the second-generation disciples, yet Feng Qi has beaten Sect Master Tong. Charging forward is simply courting death,” Sect Master Zong frowned and disappointment flashed in his eyes, “For second-generation disciples facing experts, the most important thing is to coordinate with the formation. You needn’t rashly rush ahead.”
“Sect Leader, I will follow your arrangements,” Gao Hongqiao said, “However, I will prove my strength to you.”
“And you?” Sect Master Zong then turned to Tan Hongsheng and asked.
“Sect Leader knows, the power of a role model is infinite,” Tan Hongsheng smiled, “When I set an example, my whole body fills with an infectious energy that motivates those around me to follow suit.”
“What use is that?” Sect Master Zong asked.
“The object of emulation not only works on our own people but can also influence the enemy,” Tan Hongsheng said.
“…” Sect Master Zong suddenly froze, inexplicably recalling the scene where he couldn’t help but draw his sword and practice because of Tan Hongsheng. His face turned ugly as he considered the thought that indeed, no Heavenly Demon should exist in this world; not a single one was good.
Seeing through Sect Master Zong’s thoughts, Tan Hongsheng cursed Duge silently and said, “Sect Leader, I am different from Feng Qi. He maintains the facade of Deceive the World and Steal the Name, while in reality, his deceit and chaos make him the most uncontrollable Heavenly Demon. But my role model trait is purely supportive, even if it does influence others, what of it? While influencing others, I must lead by example, which could hardly cause any real harm.
Gao Hongqiao said, “My divine skill is individual; if used well, I am a knife in the Sect Leader’s hand. Indeed, in the hands of a mediocrity, a knife could wound its holder, but is the Sect Leader mediocre? Absolutely not. Under Sect Leader’s management, the vast Hua Mountain Sect is in perfect order; is there any fear of not controlling the two of us?”
Tan Hongsheng said, “Sect Leader, you should feel fortunate that we are at Hua Mountain. Had it been another sect, how would you deal with us? Take Feng Qi, who attacked us this time, for example, with each of his followers possessing their own divine skills. Sect Leader, we mustn’t disregard these strengths just because we are powerful!”
Gao Hongqiao said, “Sect Leader, Hongsheng and I might not be as strong as Feng Qi, but used as a surprise force, Hua Mountain Sect’s chances of victory would increase by a few points…”
The two of them, one after another, showered flattery and analyzed the pros and cons for Zong Gui.
Zong Gui, moved by their words, remained silent for a moment before saying, “Fine, the two of you will wait for the right opportunity to act, but you must follow my command.”
Tan Hongsheng and Gao Hongqiao exchanged glances. Tan Hongsheng said, “Sect Leader, rest assured. Feng Qi is our common enemy, and we want to expose all the Heavenly Demons and remove him even more than you do. As long as you let us personally take care of Feng Qi, even if you strike at us immediately afterward, we will accept it.”
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Gao Hongqiao said, “Another thing to remember is that the Heavenly Demons possess exceptional healing abilities. If we are to deal with them, it’s best to sever their heads or pierce their hearts. We can’t afford to be lucky and leave them breathing, for they might recover…”
…
Hua Mountain Sect, at the front gate, hundreds of disciples stood with longswords at the ready in a stern formation.
Duge clearly sensed that behind the gate, there were at least a hundred archers with bows drawn and arrows aimed at them, or to be precise, at Wang San.
Two hundred meters away.
Duge stopped in his tracks and called out loudly, “Sect Master Zong, Feng has come with sincerity, to invite Hua Mountain Sect to join the Peacekeeping Alliance in the name of the righteousness of the martial worlds. Yet the Sect Leader confronts me with swords and spears, is this how Hua Mountain welcomes its guests?”
Zong Gui stood in front of the gate, mustering his inner strength to respond, “Feng Qi, you commit evils under the guise of maintaining peace, forcibly seizing the Iron Palm Gang’s assets and coercing Sect Master Tong to join the Peacekeeping Gang, causing unrest in the Martial Worlds. Today, Zong will seek justice for those you have oppressed in the martial community and slay you, the Evil Demon, atop Hua Mountain.”
“Sect Master Zong, the people of Luyang City all applaud what Feng has done, and others everywhere else can’t wait for the Peacekeeping Gang to expand to their areas to uphold justice for them. Why then, in Sect Master Zong’s words, has Feng become a villain?” Duge frowned and said, “The Hua Mountain Sect is a leader of the Martial Worlds, you don’t seem to be a confused person, Sect Master Zong?”
“Smooth talker.” Zong Gui snorted coldly, “The things you’ve done, Sect Master Tong has already explained them to me very clearly…”
Thud!
Duge turned around and launched a backstab without hesitation, his longsword piercing through Tong Shihong’s back and out through his chest.
Tong Shihong looked down at the sword tip that had pierced through him, disbelief filling his eyes. He was convinced that Feng Qi was keeping him alive as a figurehead for the Peacekeeping Gang and wouldn’t dare to kill him, which was why he unreservedly provoked Feng Qi all the way there.
But to his surprise, upon arrival, he had suddenly suffered a backstab.
What was going on?
Why would he suddenly deal a lethal blow to him?
Wasn’t he afraid that, by killing him, all the other sects would fight him to the death?
“Sect Master Tong, I had once thought that it was the Heavenly Demon who had deceived Sect Master Zong, but it turned out to be you. I treated you with kindness and good intentions, why would you act against the reputation of my Peacekeeping Gang?” Duge, pulling out his longsword and stepping back, looked at a staggering Tong Shihong, who had lost the ability to fight, with righteous indignation. “Do you so detest peace in the martial worlds? Was I mistaken about you?”
Pressing several points on his chest to stop the gushing blood, Tong Shihong sat down cross-legged and dare not move, “Feng Qi, it was clearly you who said that, in the end, you wouldn’t mind being maintained away yourself, and that I should discuss with Sect Master Zong how to deal with you. You… you… you turncoat! By doing this, who in the martial worlds will ever trust your Peacekeeping Gang…”
“Sect Master Tong, indeed I had said those words, but the premise was the eradication of all the Heavenly Demons from this world,” Duge said earnestly. “With the Heavenly Demons still around and the martial worlds not yet stable, you took the opportunity to create trouble. You are either foolish or malicious. For the sake of the great cause of peacekeeping, I must awaken you from your inability to distinguish right from wrong.”
With a pained look at Tong Shihong, Duge turned his gaze to Zong Gui and said loudly, “Sect Master Zong, I have punished the troublemaker who nearly turned us against each other with arms. I have shown our sincerity and determination to maintain peace and stability. Now, we can formally talk about Hua Mountain Sect joining the Peacekeeping Joint Defense. Truth be told, Chief Nie Nong from your sect had previously united with the Beggar’s Gang, Emei Sect, and other factions, agreeing to include Hua Mountain Sect in the Peacekeeping Joint Defense. I still have the contracts they signed in my possession…”
