“Oh my, it’s Bai Lian and Jue Ying! You two are rare guests. It’s such a rare occasion for you to gather together. Oh, wait, let’s talk later. I have something to attend to right now.” The Holy Mother Shui Tianyi didn’t want to neglect Shui Miao, so she quickly turned to the Chief Justice, “Justice Mu, please take Jue Qing away first. Also, Hong Lian, you go with them. I mustn’t neglect my guests.”
With a wave of her hand, Holy Mother Shui Tianyi immediately confiscated the artifact that Shui Miao had just forged.
With a mere thought, she discovered it was an ultimate artifact with an extremely powerful formation, the intricacies of which surpassed even her imagination.
“As you command!”
Chief Justice Mu rose and, upon receiving the order, was about to lead Shui Miao away.
“Wait! Sister, I have something to say…”
At that moment, however, Bai Lian Holy Mother suddenly raised her hand to stop Chief Justice Mu and turned to Holy Mother Shui Tianyi, “Sister, this time when I went to the Ninth Heaven to celebrate my senior brother’s birthday, I encountered a strange incident. A supreme artifact belonging to Hua Yuting of the Yu Xu Sect was mysteriously switched with a terrifying weapon of mass destruction. When the weapon self-destructed, it instantly destroyed the sacred mountain of the Kunlun Sect, killing hundreds of thousands of immortals in an instant. The experts from all sects in the Ninth Heaven were nearly wiped out…”
“What do you mean? Are you implying that the terrifying weapon was crafted by Jue Qing?”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi had already communicated with Hong Lian and knew that Jue Qing was in disguise. She also believed that Jue Qing still had great abilities yet to be revealed. Now, hearing what Bai Lian Holy Mother had said, she was instantly shocked. What kind of weapon could kill so many people at once? If it was indeed crafted by Jue Qing, then Jue Qing was absolutely priceless!
Therefore, Holy Mother Shui Tianyi instantly decided that she would protect Jue Qing at all costs, even if it meant breaking with her so-called sister.
In fact, she only referred to her as “sister” casually, without any real affection.
Bai Lian Holy Mother nodded, “After a thorough investigation, I found a suspicious man named Zhao Tianyi. I followed the trail all the way to the Holy Demon Mountain, where I learned that there had been a great battle between the beast clan and the Holy Demon Realm. There was a man named Shui Miao who came from the mortal world, had been to the Realm of Rakshasa, and helped the Heaven Demon Sect repel the beast army, killing Ao Hong, who had ascended to become an Immortal Emperor. Then he abducted Lian’er, the sect’s first disciple, and cultivated the Dream Demon Heart Method and the Heaven Demon Heart Method, so this person can freely change his appearance, making it impossible for us to detect his true identity.”
Several pairs of eyes turned sharply toward Shui Miao.
Shui Miao merely curled his lips into a calm smile, appearing indifferent.
What else could he do in such a situation?
Upon hearing this, Holy Mother Shui Tianyi became even more interested in Shui Miao. To be able to kill an Immortal Emperor, this blacksmith was truly extraordinary!
At once, Holy Mother Shui Tianyi quickly asked, “What else have you found out?”
Bai Lian Holy Mother coldly glared at Shui Miao before continuing, “I’ve uncovered much more. This Shui Miao is no ordinary person. He is a master craftsman, capable of forging weapons for the Thunder Division. He has a grudge against Hua Yuting of the Yu Xu Sect and has gone to great lengths to kill him. I even went to the mortal world to investigate, but his family and friends are protected by the Jiutian Xu Men, so I couldn’t get close. Later, after meeting Jue Ying, I learned more details. Now I am certain that the one who tried every means to kill Hua Yuting is none other than Jue Qing. He used the destructive weapon and nearly destroyed our Kunlun Sect. He is the one responsible for the deaths of so many immortals in one fell swoop. He is a demon. Now he is changing his identity, trying to blend in elsewhere and continue harming people. He has used sweet words to deceive Jue Ying and come here.”
“Jiutian Xu Men!”
“I didn’t expect her to have acted before me!”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi was calculating in her mind and quickly turned to Jue Ying, “Jue Ying, what do you have to say?”
Jue Ying looked at Shui Miao, “Jue Qing, I want to hear it from you. Who exactly are you? Have you been deceiving me?”
…
Everyone turned their eyes toward Shui Miao.
Shui Miao took a deep breath, about to speak, when Holy Mother Shui Tianyi suddenly approached him, patted his shoulder, and said brazenly, “Jue Qing, don’t worry. I don’t care who you were before. All I know is that you’re my blacksmith. Speak boldly. Whatever happens, I’ll take responsibility for you.”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi made her position clear—she was determined to protect Shui Miao.
Shui Miao had originally intended to admit the truth, but seeing how much Holy Mother Shui Tianyi was looking out for him, he was no longer so afraid. Instead, he turned to Jue Ying and asked, “Jue Ying Sister, even if I am Shui Miao, even if I killed Hua Yuting, would you kill me for revenge?”
“Of course not.”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi suddenly cut in, “I’ve long known what kind of person Hua Yuting was. He deserved to die for his despicable nature. Moreover, I believe you had your reasons for killing him. How could Jue Ying take revenge for him and turn against my person?”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi’s protection of Shui Miao was indeed thorough.
Considering the face of Holy Mother Shui Tianyi, Jue Ying shook her head and said, “I admit that Hua Yuting’s character was indeed problematic. I’m here merely to investigate the truth. All I want to know now is the truth. If you truly regard me as your sister, I will naturally treat you as my younger brother.”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi’s influence was great, and Jue Ying dared not provoke her, so she resolved the matter by downplaying its significance.
“Thank you, sister. Hua Yuting seemed to have many soul fragments. I killed him three times, which avenged my father’s blood feud.” Shui Miao bowed to Jue Ying, “Sister, I’m sorry. I deceived you, but I had no choice.”
“Good. You’ve told me the truth, so I forgive you.”
Jue Ying was not a stubborn person. Her idol was Holy Mother Shui Tianyi, and seeing how Holy Mother Shui Tianyi had intervened, she was even willing to leave the Yu Xu Sect. How could she possibly care about such a minor matter?
“Excellent!”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi nodded, “Jue Ying, since you’ve given me face, I’ll give you face too. The position of the Sixth Heaven Sect Leader in the Yu Xu Sect will be yours.”
“Thank you, sister, for your kindness!” Upon hearing this, Jue Ying was overjoyed.
At this moment, Bai Lian Holy Mother felt somewhat embarrassed.
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi was a powerful figure in the Sixth Heaven, holding a high position. Even the San Qing Sect would not dare to oppose her!
But if this matter was not pursued, she would not be able to explain it to her superiors.
In desperation, Bai Lian Holy Mother could only bow to Holy Mother Shui Tianyi and say, “Sister, Shui Miao is now your man. Please, sister, do us the favor of taking responsibility for this matter on behalf of the Kunlun Sect.”
“Heh, this is such a trivial matter!”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi waved her hand carelessly and smiled faintly, “All Kunlun Sect disciples have life talismans and can be reborn. It’s just a matter of losing some cultivation. Those minor figures are of little use anyway. Once the great celestial war begins, they’ll all be cannon fodder. How about this? I’ll have Shui Miao craft a sacred artifact for your Yu Xu Sect for free, and that’ll settle the debt.”
A sacred artifact was no small matter.
Upon hearing this, Bai Lian Holy Mother was immediately moved, “Sister, are you serious? Also, can he really forge a sacred artifact?”
“Sister, are you questioning my words?” Holy Mother Shui Tianyi suddenly spoke coldly, narrowing her eyes, her words laced with sarcasm and a hint of deadly intent.
“No, no, sister. I didn’t mean to. It was just a slip of the tongue…”
Bai Lian Holy Mother’s heart shuddered in fear.
In the immortal realm, everyone knew that the Holy Mother Shui Tianyi was a woman to be feared—a woman whose ruthlessness could surpass even that of men. Though she appeared plain and unassuming, without any airs, in reality she was an ultimate powerhouse, possessing sacred artifacts and maintaining excellent relationships with the Emperor, the reclusive great sages, and other supreme beings. If she wanted to destroy the Yu Xu Sect, the Yu Xu Sect would be utterly annihilated without a trace.
“Hmph!”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi waved her hand and handed the ultimate artifact that Shui Miao had just forged to Bai Lian Holy Mother, “This ultimate artifact is a gift for you. I want no one in the Ninth Heaven to know that Shui Miao killed Hua Yuting, forged the destructive artifact that blew up the Kunlun Sect, or that Jue Qing is actually Shui Miao. If I hear anyone spreading such rumors, the Kunlun Sect will be erased from the immortal realm forever.”
The last four words—”erased forever”—oozed with Holy Mother Shui Tianyi’s boundless killing intent.
Bai Lian Holy Mother’s heart jolted in fear, and she actually knelt down in terror, “Sister, please don’t be angry. I know my mistake. I dare not accept this artifact.”
“If you refuse, you’re insulting me!”
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi glared at Bai Lian and suddenly roared, “Haven’t you rushed to silence the gossips yet? Do you really want to see the Kunlun Sect disappear forever?”
“Ahh!”
“I understand, sister…”
Bai Lian Holy Mother was so frightened that her face turned pale, and she hastily fled.
…
Inside the grand hall, the atmosphere was unusually heavy.
Suddenly, Holy Mother Shui Tianyi coldly asked, “Did any of you hear anything?”
“No…”
“No, nothing at all…”
The examiners hurriedly shook their heads.
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi slowly took out a bell and began to shake it with a jingling sound…
The jingling sound was like a curse; everyone’s minds grew dizzy upon hearing it. Even Shui Miao felt somewhat uneasy.
Soon, Holy Mother Shui Tianyi put the bell away and waved her hand. All the examiners automatically turned around and walked away, dazed and confused.
Chief Justice Mu also left.
Holy Mother Shui Tianyi summoned a surge of magical power, directly enveloping Shui Miao, Hong Lian, and Jue Ying. Together, they arrived at a picturesque place with small bridges, flowing water, beautiful scenery, and fragrant flowers… This was the imperial palace of the Sixth Heaven—the private garden of Holy Mother Shui Tianyi.
“Hehe, this is my private sanctuary. Only those I absolutely trust can enter.” Holy Mother Shui Tianyi’s tone suddenly became gentle and sweet. She turned around and smiled at Shui Miao, “Jue Qing, tell me, how do you like the feng shui of my place?”
This seemingly ordinary sentence actually concealed unfathomable mysteries.
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