Apocalypse: I Have One More Keyword Than Others-Chapter 61 - 0 Goad_1

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What’s going on?

The rangers who had followed to enjoy the commotion were all stunned.

Watching the severely injured Tong Shihong, they suddenly had no idea what to say to match the mood of the moment.

Along the way, Tong Shihong brazenly sought out messengers to inform Hua Mountain, which everyone saw, but Feng Qi remained indifferent, as if tacitly permitting it, leading people to believe that he was powerless to stop Tong Shihong from such reckless behavior.

After all, Tong Shihong was considered a first-rate master of the time; it was unexpected that he would be stabbed as soon as he set foot on the mountain.

They couldn’t even tell if this was a show of force or a warning to others?

What shocked them even more was that, faced with Feng Qi’s sudden attack, Tong Shihong couldn’t even manage to dodge…

Indeed, it was not in vain that they followed all the way here; there truly was an excellent show to watch this time.

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The Hua Mountain Sect was dead silent.

Was Tong Shihong suddenly sent over as proof of disrupting the sincerity of the alliance between the two sects?

Zong Gui looked at Tong Shihong, who was sitting cross-legged on the ground healing his wounds, his mind went blank, struggling to make sense of the situation.

Sect Master Tong, what are you playing at?

On the way here, you sent me letter after letter, claiming to know Feng Qi inside out, so how come you had no defense against his ambush?

Having arrived at the mountain, why didn’t you run over first?

Was I supposed to shoot you?

Could it be that you used your life to demonstrate how formidable Feng Qi is?

No, that’s not right.

It has nothing to do with Sect Master Tong, it’s just that the bastard Heavenly Demon is unpredictable, always catching people off guard…

Zong Gui focused his mind, looked towards Feng Qi and his two companions 200 meters away, pondered for a moment, and said, “Good, since Nie Nong has agreed to the Hua Mountain Sect’s inclusion in the Peacekeeping Alliance, step forward, let us discuss the details of our cooperation. All disciples, put away your weapons, and welcome Sect Leader Feng.”

The distance of 200 meters was too far; even a strong bow couldn’t reach that far. At the very least, they should lure him closer before acting.

Feng Qi, with his ruthless heart and merciless actions, had to be eliminated. With Hua Mountain Sect so close to Luyang City, if they let the tiger return to the mountain, endless disasters were bound to follow, so he decided to follow Tong Shihong’s suggestion and kill Wang San first.

Duge seemed slightly surprised, “This agreement is signed by Nie Nong, the main official of Luyang City—does Sect Master Zong acknowledge it as well?”

Acknowledge shit!

What right does a minor official of Luyang City have to make decisions for Hua Mountain?

But at that moment, all Zong Gui wanted was to lure Feng Qi closer, to let the hidden archers shoot him, so with a pinch of his nose, he said, “Acknowledged, Nie Nong is our man from Hua Mountain Sect, and I’ll naturally recognize whatever he does. Sect Leader Feng, Sect Master Tong’s Divine Fist Gate has just joined the Peacekeeping Gang and a situation like this occurred; if Sect Master Tong was to die on Hua Mountain, it would look bad for the Peacekeeping Gang’s reputation. It would be better to bring Sect Master Tong over to heal first…”

“Sect Master Zong is indeed wise,” Duge smiled, “I thought a minor official couldn’t represent Hua Mountain. I came all the way here to seek confirmation from Sect Master Zong, but had I known this would be your response, I wouldn’t have bothered coming to Hua Mountain at all.

Sect Master Zong, there are many swordsmen present as witnesses, I hereby declare that the Hua Mountain Sect has joined the Peacekeeping Alliance. I ask that the Sect Master control his disciples, punish the evil and promote the good, and not oppress the weak. Let all actions be governed by the rules of the Peacekeeping Joint Defense. If there is a violation and the common people report it, Feng can be quite lethal…”

Zong Gui frowned, “Sect Leader Feng isn’t coming up the mountain?

“With the agreement in hand, why climb the mountain?” Duge held up the white paper in his hand, “Sect Master Zong is a leader of a sect, his words carry weight, and I trust them! Moreover, as Sect Master Zong said, I should hurry down the mountain to tend to Sect Master Tong’s injuries. If too much time passes and Sect Master Tong dies on Hua Mountain, it would be difficult for any of us to explain.”

Fucking hell!

Zong Gui cursed under his breath, the corner of his mouth holding a mocking smile, “I dare to accept a document signed by a mere official. Are you, Sect Leader Feng, afraid to come up the mountain for my confirmation?

“If Sect Leader Feng leaves Hua Mountain without even allowing Zong to glance at the agreement, Zong most certainly will not acknowledge it. Sect Leader Feng, our Hua Mountain Sect clearly has its own medicinal herbs for treating wounds, yet you insist on taking Sect Master Tong down the mountain for treatment. All these actions defy common sense—could it be that Sect Leader Feng has a guilty conscience?”

“…” Duge looked toward Zong Gui and thought to himself, this guy really does have a slick mouth.

“Sect Leader Feng, please,” Zong Gui said to Duge with a smile, “Rumors have it that Sect Leader Feng, along with another, bravely stormed into the Iron Palm Gang alone and beheaded the fearsome Gluttony, marking you as an unrivaled young hero. Yet today, you arrive at Hua Mountain and dare not even step through its gates. If word gets out, I’m afraid it would reflect poorly on the Peacekeeping Gang. How can someone without courage uphold justice in the world?”

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Two foxes!

Watching Zong Gui and Duge spar with words, the rangers who had come along to watch were once again stunned, feeling that the trip was well worth it.

The goals of both parties were crystal clear, neither harboring good intentions.

And yet they could speak so righteously, leaving no room for others to find fault…

Is this the cleverness of the powerful?

If they were in their shoes, they probably would have been verbally cornered already.

However, as things stood, Feng Qi seemed to be at a disadvantage.

After all, Zong Gui’s reasoning was more upright and justified.

Whereas Feng Qi’s words and actions seemed crafty. They sounded plausible at first, but upon closer examination, they held no ground.

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“Sect Master Zong, have you thought it through?” Duge asked with a smile, not looking the slightest bit cornered.

“Zong does not understand what you’re implying, Sect Leader Feng,” Zong Gui replied.

“Surely Sect Master Zong must know that one of the primary purposes of establishing the Peacekeeping Gang is to eradicate the Heavenly Demon from this world—an undertaking just as important as upholding justice and peace,” Duge said earnestly.

“There’s no need for riddles, Sect Leader Feng. Everything can be laid out in the open,” Zong Gui replied with a smile.

“Alright then, I’ll speak plainly,” Duge said with a laugh. “Firstly, if Sect Master Zong attacks me upon my ascent, it would be a betrayal and violation of trust; secondly, if it is revealed that the Hua Mountain Sect is harboring the Heavenly Demon, then you would be guilty of protecting the Heavenly Demon. Should either of these be discovered, Hua Mountain will become a target for elimination by the Peacekeeping Gang. The considerable enterprise of the Hua Mountain Sect could very well go up in smoke.

The reason Feng insists on descending the mountain is to provide Sect Master Zong with some breathing room, to give Hua Mountain Sect time to self-examine and rectify any errors.

After all, the Peacekeeping Gang allows for mistakes to be made, as well as for their rectification, just as Sect Master Tong made a mistake and I merely disciplined him slightly, still insisting on helping him. But should the mistake made be greater than heaven, then there would be no chance for correction.”

A slight discipline?

You punctured my lungs, and you call that slight discipline?

And you expect me to thank you for it!

Upon hearing Duge’s words, Tong Shihong, who was in the process of healing, was so incensed he shook visibly, a trace of blood spilling from the corner of his mouth. He nearly spiraled into demonic cultivation right then and there. He quickly steadied his heart and focused on his healing, choosing to ignore Duge’s nonsense any longer.

“The issue has been made abundantly clear. Do you still insist on inviting me up the mountain, Sect Master Zong?” Duge asked with a smile.

Does he think Sect Master Zong is easily frightened?

My Hua Mountain Sect has hundreds of disciples; do you think we would fear three Heavenly Demons?

No matter your eloquent speech, killing you would end it all, leaving no one dare to speak ill of Zong.

To think my Hua Mountain Sect would be equated to a third-rate small sect like the Iron Palm Gang!

Seeing Feng Qi being provoked into a corner with no way out, Zong Gui’s smile was brimming with satisfaction. He bowed with his hands clasped and said, “Sect Leader Feng worries too much, Zong conducts his affairs with a clear conscience, please.”