PFC Chapter 411: Master is Dead
Chapter 411: Master is Dead
Chapter 411: Master is dead
Li Zhi and his group followed closely behind Yu Wenxian. The team was so huge that it was particularly eye-catching in the quiet night.
The patrolling guards soon noticed them and their vigilant eyes instantly focused on them.
However, when the guards saw that the leader was Yu Wenxian, the serious expressions on their faces disappeared instantly, and were replaced by smiles and eyes full of admiration.
They all greeted Yu Wenxian respectfully, and their voices rose one after another, echoing in the quiet street.
Facing these guards, Yu Wenxian still maintained his usual gentle and kind appearance.
He nodded slightly with a friendly smile on his face, and responded politely to the greetings of each guard. His attitude seemed as if he was not a high-ranking disciple of the Immortal Sect, but a good friend who was on an equal footing with these guards.
After receiving Yu Wenxian's response, the guards were so excited as if they had won the lottery, with proud smiles on their faces, as if just saying hello to Yu Wenxian this time was enough for them to show off in the future.
In this way, the team finally arrived at the city gate after stopping and starting.
Yu Wenxian walked straight towards the chief guard on duty guarding the city, and the two spoke in a low voice for a few words.
After hearing what Yu Wenxian said, the official nodded without hesitation and immediately ordered the city gate to be opened.
The heavy city gate slowly opened, making a dull sound that was particularly clear in the quiet night.
Li Zhi saw all this and was amazed in his heart. Yu Wenxian not only had a high prestige in the Cangliu Immortal Sect and was deeply loved by the people, but also had such a great influence in the entire Yan State that with just a few words, the gate master could open the gate without hesitation.
After the city gate opened, Yu Wenxian turned around and looked at Li Zhi with a faint smile on his face, and said, "Brother Li, please come in."
Li Zhi narrowed his eyes slightly, revealing a hint of vigilance. Although he didn't know what Yu Wenxian's purpose was, the city gate was already wide open, which was undoubtedly the best time for them to leave.
Li Zhi nodded slightly, then turned back and ordered seriously: "You go first."
Zhang Wenchu frowned slightly when he heard Li Zhi's words.
He knew that Li Zhi was planning to stay behind to cover the retreat, and he couldn't help but feel worried. He approached Li Zhi calmly and stood beside him, as if silently indicating that he wanted to stay with Li Zhi.
Li Zhi glanced at Zhang Wenchu and immediately understood his idea. He cast his gaze on Yu Wenxian again, only to see Yu Wenxian with his hands behind his back, a peaceful smile on his face, and no abnormality in his expression.
However, Li Zhi vaguely felt from Yu Wenxian's expression that he seemed to have something to say to him alone.
Li Zhi slightly turned sideways and whispered to Zhang Wenchu, "You go first, I'll see what he wants to do."
"But..."
Zhang Wenchu's eyes were full of worry. He seemed to want to say something but stopped himself. It was obvious that he was worried about Li Zhi staying alone.
Li Zhi patted Zhang Wenchu's shoulder gently and said firmly, "Go, I'm fine."
Seeing Li Zhi's firm attitude, Zhang Wenchu no longer insisted. He looked at Li Zhi deeply, then turned around and followed the others out of the city.
Only after everyone had safely left the city did Li Zhi turn his gaze back to Yu Wenxian and ask, "Brother Yu, do you have anything to say to me?"
Yu Wenxian smiled slightly, and there seemed to be a hint of deep meaning hidden in that smile. He slowly said: "Brother Li has good eyesight..."
As he spoke, he moved closer to Li Zhi and lowered his voice, almost whispering, "My master is dead..."
Yu Wenxian's words were like a thunderclap, exploding in Li Zhi's heart.
Although Li Zhi had previously guessed that Yu Wenxian might have learned of the death of Zhenren Cangliu, from Yu Wenxian's previous performance, he did not show any hatred at all, which made Li Zhi doubt for a time whether Yu Wenxian really knew about this.
At this moment, Yu Wenxian suddenly told the truth, which made Li Zhi feel surprised.
However, Li Zhi did not panic immediately, he remained calm, because Li Zhi did not detect any hatred or hostility from him.
Li Zhi narrowed his eyes and lowered his voice cautiously, "Oh? How could that be? When I saw him today, he looked pretty healthy."
Yu Wenxian had a look of compassion on his face and his eyes were full of sadness.
But Li Zhi knew in his heart that this was just a disguise.
Yu Wenxian pretended to be sad and said, "When Master was practicing, something went wrong and he became possessed. Now he has passed away..."
Li Zhi's eyes flickered as he thought secretly in his heart.
He didn't understand why Yu Wenxian said this, but he knew that Yu Wenxian's words must have a deep meaning. This was obviously an excuse Yu Wenxian found for the death of Zhenren Cangliu.
Given Yu Wenxian's status in the Cangliu Immortal Sect and the State of Yan, everyone would definitely believe what he said.
He was secretly exonerating Li Zhi and the others, protecting them from the possible involvement in the death of Master Cangliu.
Li Zhi first pretended to be surprised, his eyes widened, and then immediately changed to a heartbroken expression, saying: "How could this happen! I really didn't expect that a person who was fine during the day would just disappear like this..."
Yu Wenxian glanced at Li Zhi, a barely perceptible hint of helplessness flashing across his eyes. He was obviously somewhat dissatisfied with Li Zhi's slightly exaggerated performance.
He also put away the sad look on his face, his expression became serious, and said to Li Zhi: "Master is dead, but Cangliu Xianzong cannot be without a leader, and Yan State cannot be without someone to take charge of the overall situation... If nothing unexpected happens, tomorrow, I will be the new leader of Cangliu Xianzong."
Hearing this, Li Zhi's eyes fell on Yu Wenxian, and he looked at him seriously, then said, "Oh, then congratulations to Sect Master Yu."
Yu Wenxian's face was calm, and he did not show any emotion because of Li Zhi's congratulations. He continued, "Yan State is weak, and it is extremely difficult for Cangliu Xianzong to protect itself alone. Therefore, on behalf of Cangliu Xianzong and Yan State, I would like to propose an alliance and diplomatic relations with Yong State behind Brother Li!"
Yu Wenxian’s words startled Li Zhi.
He raised his head and stared at Yu Wenxian's face, trying to find more information from his expression.
The original Cangliu Zhenren only regarded Yan as a tool to realize his own selfish desires and never really considered the future of Yan. However, the Yu Wenxian in front of him was completely different. As soon as he opened his mouth, he considered the long-term development of Yan and proposed the idea of forming an alliance with Yongguo to establish diplomatic relations.
Li Zhi looked at the land of Yan State shrouded in the night behind Yu Wenxian, and thought to himself: Perhaps under Yu Wenxian's control, the people of Yan State can really live a good life.
Thinking of this, he smiled and said to Yu Wenxian, "Okay, when I return, I will give advice to the emperor."
Yu Wenxian nodded, a trace of gratitude flashed in his eyes. Then, he suddenly bowed to Li Zhi and said sincerely: "Thank you, Brother Li!"
Li Zhi waved his hand quickly and said, "No need to do that. They are almost gone and I should leave too. Goodbye, Brother Yu!"
After saying that, he turned around and strode out of the city.
Yu Wenxian maintained the posture of saluting and did not move for a long time.
It was unknown how long it had been before a voice sounded quietly beside Yu Wenxian: "Are you thanking him for helping you connect with Yongguo, or thanking him for... killing your master?"
Yu Wenxian slowly straightened up and turned to look at the person who came.
The person who came was the same as him, wearing a blue robe embroidered with gold thread, his face was a little haggard, but there was a hint of complicated emotions in his eyes.
This person is none other than Master Cangliu’s second disciple, Lin Shan.
Yu Wenxian smiled slightly and said, "Is there any difference?"
At this moment, Lin Shan did not look crazy at all. He looked in the direction where Li Zhi and his companions left the city. After a moment of silence, he asked, "Just let them go like this?"
Yu Wenxian shook his head gently and said, "Xiaoshan, you just regained consciousness, and your mind may still be a little unclear..."
Lin Shan frowned slightly, his eyes full of confusion.
Yu Wenxian continued, "Master, a person of such stature, died at their hands. Do you think we can do anything to them?"
Lin Shan was slightly stunned, a bitter smile appeared on his face, and he said: "I have been crazy for too long, I can't see it as clearly as you..."
Yu Wenxian patted Lin Shan's back gently and said in a gentle tone: "Take a good rest for a while. This Yan State is the foundation of our brothers and sisters, so we must manage it well."
As they spoke, the two walked side by side and slowly entered the city.
The city gate slowly closed behind them...