Chapter 970: Infighting Among Allies

Chapter 970: Infighting Among Allies

“Hmm?”

Lin Nuo frowned as he traveled, sensing something was off.

It was supposed to be shrouded in thick fog now, a silent white expanse in front of him. But instead, there was a loud commotion, and he could see what appeared to be flames flickering ahead.

Something’s happened? An attack?

Lin Nuo hurried his pace, realizing this was bad. He had just left the mountains for a short while when trouble arose. Those Fox People must have run into enemies or provoked some Immortal practitioners.

I need to hurry.

Lin Nuo increased the intensity of his Spirit Technique, his feet stirring up stronger winds that swept away the surrounding white mist.

He had painstakingly gathered a large group of Demon Foxes to help Ruo’er build her power, and if they were annihilated, what would he have left to show for it?

Who dares to touch them?

Anyone who lays a hand on his Demon Foxes would have to answer to him—he’d make them pay dearly.

Quickly, Lin Nuo broke through several outer barriers and charged in, sensing a strong influx of Immortal energy.

As expected, it was that group of Immortals, proudly claiming to exterminate demons and monsters, yet here they were targeting these weak Demon Foxes while neglecting the lair of the Refining Demon Sect. What a disgrace.

Today, I, Grandpa Lin, will send you on your way to the afterlife.

Lin Nuo drew his Spirit Sword, eager for a fight with the Immortals—it had been a while since he’d had some real fun.

Come on!

“Hmm?”

Just as Lin Nuo was about to swing his Sharp Sword, he came to an abrupt halt at the scene before him.

This wasn’t the time to be swinging swords…

Why was it so chaotic?

“Who?!”

The White Fox Fairy sensed a powerful aura approaching; it was overwhelmingly strong, indicating that an expert had arrived.

“Uh…”

Lin Nuo quickly stepped back, but it was too late—he had already been spotted.

All eyes turned to Lin Nuo, and he was momentarily stunned, unsure of how to react.

Sure, there were Immortals present, but they were all Immortal Foxes.

And sure, there were Demon Practitioners, but they were all on his side, including Ling Meng and Liu Shuqin’s squad.

And the person he was urgently looking for, Ruo’er!

But things didn’t look good; his people were in deep trouble!

Yes, deep trouble!

They were about to brawl!

No, they were already fighting!

Ah, just a moment too late—these folks were tearing each other apart! All his efforts would go up in smoke!

“It’s you, the Knight.”

The White Fox Fairy was startled, not expecting to run into him here.

“You came just in time, Knight! These Demon Practitioners are committing evil acts, holding hostages and threatening us! We must rescue them from this dire situation!”

The White Fox Fairy was very excited, believing that Lin Nuo’s extraordinary abilities would undoubtedly resolve the issue of that little Fox girl and the other Fox People!

Lin Nuo: “…”

Wait… his disciple was holding his own maid hostage? This was a first for him too—he didn’t need to be told; he wanted to separate them.

But this situation would inevitably cause conflict.

He was caught between both sides, and with Liu Shuqin’s appearance on the Demon Practitioner side, Ling Meng wasn’t too thrilled. Adding Ruo’er into the mix made it even more complicated…

It was hard to imagine what would happen next. Besides, Ruo’er was an Immortal too. He wanted to guide her slowly, but now they were already creating tensions—it would be hard to navigate this going forward.

“Master!”

Seeing Lin Nuo arrive, Ling Meng was overjoyed and shouted. Lin Nuo didn’t respond to her call or the White Fox Fairy’s.

As an exceptional villain, he figured he could handle this minor scenario.

“Y-young Master! Is that really you…?!”

Ruo’er’s voice, tinged with tears, crescendoed; she was just so excited—the Young Master she’d missed for so long had finally appeared!

“Junior Martial Brother… you finally came.”

Liu Shuqin felt relieved; as long as Lin Nuo was here, this chaos would be sorted out, and Ling Meng’s worries about Ruo’er would vanish too.

Everyone was calling out to Lin Nuo, and only then did they realize—why was both sides calling for him? Which side did he belong to?

“Ahem.”

Lin Nuo cleared his throat and directed his gaze toward Ling Meng:

“Ling Meng, what were you planning to do with her?”

“Ah? Master, you mean her? Liu Shuqin said she’s your maid, but she’s an Immortal. She’s completely incompatible with us. Moreover, these Immortals have come to attack us, plotting to take her away. So I restrained her to prevent them from taking advantage!”

“Let her go.”

“Uh? Master, are you really sure we should let her go?”

Ling Meng was skeptical; she certainly didn’t want this to be Lin Nuo’s intent.

“Yes, let her go. Trust me.”

“Okay…”

Ling Meng was reluctant, but it was Lin Nuo who spoke; she had to comply.

With a slight wave of her hand, she dispelled the Demon Power binding Ruo’er, who could now move freely.

However, instead of retreating, Ruo’er excitedly dashed toward Lin Nuo.

“Young Master! Ruo’er missed you so much!”

Ruo’er exclaimed, rushing toward Lin Nuo without a care for the impending fight.

“What do you think you’re doing?!”

Ling Meng grew wary; what were Ruo’er’s intentions toward Master?!

You little Immortal, how dare you get near Master! Come back!

Ling Meng acted quickly, sending forth a magical hand to catch Ruo’er.

“Enough.”

Lin Nuo swiftly intervened, raising a hand to nullify the incoming magical hand. Ruo’er tumbled directly into his embrace, nuzzling against him constantly.

“Young Master, Young Master, where have you been? Ruo’er missed you so much…”

“I went to find you, and now I’ve found you.”

Lin Nuo gently stroked Ruo’er’s hair, a rare gesture of comfort from him, usually reserved for her.

“Master, you guys…”

This sight filled Ling Meng with jealousy; wasn’t this girl supposed to be a maid? How could a maid just leap into the Young Master’s arms like that?!

So, their relationship was only surface-level master and maid? What other layers existed beneath?

This embrace between Lin Nuo and Ruo’er made Liu Shuqin and Ling Meng uncomfortable; they both yearned to nestle in Lin Nuo’s arms!

“Knight, you…”

The White Fox Fairy and other Immortal Foxes were confused. This Demon Woman called him Master; what was going on here?

Was he the leader of the Demon Practitioners?

But how could he be so close with that little girl… who was an Immortal Fox at that? Immortal and Demon don’t mix!

Regardless, now that Ruo’er’s Demon Power had dissipated, they could continue their purge of the Demon Practitioners.

Time to strike again.

“Stop! You Immortal Foxes!”

Lin Nuo barked, stunning the Immortal Foxes into halting their movements.

“It’s time for your farce to end. Put down your weapons and tell me what happened. Seriously, Ling Meng, did you blow this place up?!”

“Ah… uh…”

Ling Meng was at a loss for words, hoping Master wouldn’t hold it against her!