Chapter 7: He Is One of Our Falling Sunset Peak People
Before the main peak’s side hall,
the crowd was like a volcano ready to erupt.
Luo Ying slowly drew her dark light sword, her cold gaze undiminished by alcohol,
instead, it radiated an even more chilling killing intent.
“Do you dare to touch someone from Falling Sunset Peak in front of me? Do you think I, Luo Ying, am easy to bully?”
The Law Enforcement Hall disciples exchanged glances, no one daring to make a move.
Although they were carrying out orders from above, they expected to encounter resistance, but they never imagined that the Master Sister would be this resolute, showing no respect for the Law Enforcement Hall at all.
Luo Ying’s strength was beyond doubt;
she was one of the most outstanding figures among the younger generation, rivaling the elders.
Dealing with these ordinary disciples was like child’s play for her.
For a moment, the atmosphere became unbearably tense.
Lin Nan, who was sheltered behind Luo Ying, was startled.
How could this happen?
He had only been admitted to the Heavenly Sword Sect as an inner disciple for a few days;
how could he possibly show any weakness?
Could it be…
Just then, a black-clad disciple walked out from the side hall, raising a token and coldly announcing,
“Where is Inner Door Chief Disciple Luo Ying?”
Luo Ying furrowed her brow slightly.
That token was indeed a command from the Sect Leader.
Since they had sent for her, it was likely that the Sect Leader and the elders were inside the side hall waiting for her.
The Law Enforcement Hall’s boldness must have been sanctioned by her master…
“Luo Ying is here.”
The Sect Leader’s token was akin to having the Sect Leader present,
so Luo Ying could only sheathe her sword and bow respectfully.
“By order of the Sect Leader! Lin Nan, an intern disciple from Falling Sunset Peak, is suspected of colluding with the enemy. The Law Enforcement Hall is to detain him for questioning. Anyone unrelated is not to interfere, and those who do will be considered accomplices.”
Luo Ying’s heart sank.
She quickly raised her head, “Could you be a little lenient and allow me to report to the Sect Leader before making a decision?”
The disciple coldly replied, “No.”
d*mn it, these Law Enforcement Hall disciples were as thick-headed as wooden blocks, completely unreasonable.
To think they dared to show off in front of her like this.
“Heh, if you think you can take him from me, go ahead and try.”
Although Luo Ying didn’t draw her sword again, she was not someone these Law Enforcement Hall disciples could contend with, even barehanded.
The disciple never expected that after receiving the Sect Leader’s command, Luo Ying would still be so strong, as if she was completely disregarding the Sect Leader.
Grinding his teeth, he said, “Since the Master Sister is protecting the traitor so brazenly, don’t blame us for being rude according to the Sect Leader’s orders.”
With a whoosh, the disciples drew the Law Enforcement Hall’s signature weapon—long whips—from their waists.
“Form up!”
The Long Whip Formation of the Law Enforcement Hall was known to instill fear within the Heavenly Sword Sect and sent monsters into a panic.
Once trapped in the formation,
even someone of Luo Ying’s caliber would have a hard time escaping.
This was also a key reason why the Law Enforcement Hall remained standing.
Seeing the Law Enforcement Hall about to set up their Long Whip Formation,
Luo Ying let out a cold laugh.
“Looks like my title as Master Sister is worth as much as a fart in the eyes of the Law Enforcement Hall.
Very well!
Is Wang Qianshan planning to throw all of Yan Zhike’s problems on my head, huh?”
“Shing!”
The dark light sword unsheathed.
The Law Enforcement Hall disciples felt a tremor in their hearts.
It’s said that a Luo Ying with the dark light sword truly was the Master Sister; in battle, she seemed to merge with the sword, her impressive prowess something they had all witnessed before.
Facing Luo Ying head-on, it was impossible not to feel anxious.
Just then, Lin Nan unexpectedly walked up to the disciple holding the Sect Leader’s token, extending his hands and saying,
“I, Lin, am willing to go with you.”
The disciple was elated, “Excellent!”
As long as they could capture the main culprit, this fight could be avoided.
“Lin Nan, what are you doing? Come back!”
Luo Ying was furious.
With a flick of her dark light sword,
a sharp crack resonated,
and a deep fissure appeared on the ground.
Everyone felt a chill run down their spines.
But Lin Nan remained unperturbed, stating,
“As a person of the Heavenly Sword Sect, I must obey the Sect Leader’s arrangements.
Master Sister,
I believe the Law Enforcement Hall will give me a fair judgment.”
His hands were already tied behind his back, and two disciples were nervously escorting him, fearing Luo Ying might suddenly lash out.
“I, Luo Ying, never give up on what I’ve decided. If there’s to be an inquiry, I will be the one to conduct it. The Law Enforcement Hall can just stay wherever it’s cool.”
Luo Ying stepped forward while the Law Enforcement Hall’s disciples took a step back.
Seeing Luo Ying defend him like this, Lin Nan felt a rush of mixed emotions.
But since this was an order from the Sect Leader, no matter how stubborn Luo Ying was, she’d never win against the bigger authority.
As expected, not long after,
a deep voice echoed from inside the side hall,
“Wuliang Tianzun…”
It was as if someone were knocking a heavy bell right by your ear, instantly easing the tense atmosphere on both sides.
A white-clad disciple appeared at the door, respectfully saying,
“Master Sister, the Sect Leader requests your presence inside. Lin Nan is to be temporarily detained outside for later disposition.”
The Law Enforcement Hall disciples were taken aback.
They never expected that, in the end, the Sect Leader would make a concession;
this Luo Ying clearly had quite the clout.
Luo Ying cast a glance at Lin Nan, leaving him with a “wait for me” before she followed the messenger inside the side hall.
Lin Nan remained expressionless, but internally he was nervous.
Though he didn’t start the attack on the Heavenly Sword Sect, he was indeed aware of it and participated in some capacity.
In fact, he was well aware of the identities and hiding places of the masterminds.
If he truly had his heart set on the Heavenly Sword Sect, how could he not report that critical information at the earliest opportunity?
However, he believed he hadn’t left any evidence behind; why was the Law Enforcement Hall keeping an eye on him?
What was the real issue here?
Inside the side hall.
Sect Leader Ling Xiaozu sat at the center, flanked by two elders,
Wang Qianshan among them, casting a cold glance at Luo Ying.
“Greetings, Sect Leader!”
Luo Ying bowed.
Ling Xiaozu, dressed in Taoist robes, was not particularly tall, even shorter than most, but his appearance resembled a fierce bird dwelling atop a high mountain,
with eagle-like sharp eyes that commanded respect.
“The elders have recounted the events of that night to me. Do you have anything to add regarding the enemy leader, the Cold Moon Witch?”
Luo Ying thought for a moment and said,
“The witch is unfathomable.
When she appeared, I had a chance to confront her directly, yet at that moment, I found myself unable to summon the courage to fight her.
I am ashamed and have brought disgrace to the Heavenly Sword Sect; I ask the Sect Leader to punish me.”
Ling Xiaozu stroked his beard and said, “No need for self-reproach.
The witch not only possesses great strength but is also skilled at manipulating hearts. Luo Ying, you may not know this,
but that catastrophic explosion caused by the witch’s reverse causation actually occurred at the Heavenly Sword Sect four hundred years ago.
Elder Wang was present at that time.
He had just joined the sect, and following that battle, Elder Wang changed his name,
as there are 999 peaks in the Small Thousand World, thus he named himself Qianshan.
Now, the question is, how did the witch know about events from four hundred years ago?”
Luo Ying had expected the Sect Leader to admonish her for her earlier reckless refusal to capture,
but to her surprise, Ling Xiaozu didn’t mention it at all.
Instead, he spoke about the witch and the origin of Elder Wang’s name.
But upon hearing the Sect Leader’s words,
Luo Ying felt a chill down her spine.
The battle four hundred years ago was said to be earth-shattering and horrific, resulting in the annihilation of the entire Monster Race.
But how could the Cold Moon Witch know all of this?
