Chapter 1584: Mu Hanyan Pleads for Him
Chapter 1584: Chapter 1584: Mu Hanyan Pleads for Him
"Do not be anxious, I’m telling you all this to convey that the benefit of the Xuanhuang Stone to cultivators is immense, yet the world remains unaware because the Luoshen Abyss is exceedingly perilous and mysterious.
Luoshen Abyss is located within the North Abyss Misty Plain. It’s said that a Divine being once fell there, and the immense Divine power lingers for millennia. Within it lie countless hidden truths, and even a Holy-grade master struggles to find an entrance. Even if they manage to enter, it is a life-and-death venture.
My own strength isn’t weak, yet it took me a thousand years just to enter once and find a piece of Xuanhuang Stone and then immediately retreat, even so, I was severely injured.
I don’t know why you’re inquiring about the whereabouts of the Luoshen Abyss, but let me advise you, unless absolutely necessary, it’s best not to seek it out, and even if fortune offers its presence, do not venture within." The Holy Master solemnly warned.
Upon hearing this, Mu Hanyan was slightly stunned.
The Holy Master doesn’t know why she asked about the Luoshen Abyss, which means he’s unaware of the matter regarding Fen Qianji?
Subconsciously glancing at Ao Fangchen and Wei Xiaotian, she noticed the worry and uneasiness in their eyes.
Mu Hanyan immediately understood, they had laid bare everything about Gai Huangji and Bo Xuanji but concealed the matter of Fen Qianji, likely to avoid the complications of Fen Qianji’s complex identity. Because of this, Ye Lanfeng had earlier mentioned it was the first time he heard of the Luoshen Abyss from her.
They really were quite loyal, and Mu Hanyan secretly cast a grateful glance at the two of them.
"Thank you, Holy Master, for the reminder. I will bear it in mind." Mu Hanyan nodded. Since Ao Fangchen and Wei Xiaotian hadn’t spoken, she certainly wasn’t going to foolishly reveal it herself.
Even if the Holy Court and the temple differ only in belief, with no distinction of good and evil, the feud spans millions of years, countless Holy Court members have perished at the temple’s hands, she didn’t want to become enemies with many Holy Court disciples over this matter.
Ao Fangchen and Wei Xiaotian were moved by Bo Xuanji’s last words, but the others didn’t share that experience.
"This time, Elder Ao and Xiao Tian, overlooking the overall situation, violated the prohibition against you in the Holy Soul Illusion Realm. I brought them here to formally apologize." The Holy Master continued.
Ao Fangchen and Wei Xiaotian stepped forward, full of shame, and bowed to Mu Hanyan to apologize once more.
With Ao Fangchen’s arrogance, claiming to have once saved the Holy Master’s life, under usual circumstances, he would never apologize at a mere word. However, Mu Hanyan had saved his life in the Holy Soul Illusion Realm, and he knew he indeed committed a grave mistake, so he didn’t resist.
"There’s no need, really, Elder Ao and Brother Wei have already apologized before, and I was also at fault previously, so let’s just leave it at that." Mu Hanyan hastily helped them up.
They had kept Fen Qianji’s matter from her out of gratitude, so how could Mu Hanyan bear to accept their apology?
"Since Hanyan has spoken, let’s put this matter to rest." The Holy Master did not insist further, waved his hand, and continued, "However, Gai Huangji and Bo Xuanji entered the Holy Soul Illusion Realm because of you two, and nearly caused a grave mistake over a personal grudge. This cannot be left unaddressed. Elder Ao, following the Holy rules, you are to enter seclusion for three years and not set foot out of Divine Elder Peak. Xiao Tian, face the wall for three years, not to leave a step!"
"Yes, Holy Master!" Ao Fangchen replied with a bitter face.
For the first time in a thousand years, he bowed to the Holy Master, yet knowing his fault, he couldn’t act as arrogantly as before.
"Yes, Master." Compared to Ao Fangchen, Wei Xiaotian’s expression was even more distressed.
Having failed to obtain the Sword Soul in the Holy Soul Illusion Realm, he placed his hopes on the inheritance left by the Guardians of the Gods in the Beiyuan Fog Abyss, knowing the chance was slim, but it was still something. Yet facing the wall for three years meant he would miss this final opportunity.
"Holy Master, Brother Wei was merely momentarily confused, and the inheritances of those Beiyuan Fog Origin powers relate to the safety of the Continent. Every additional person increases the odds, so why not let Brother Wei try as well?" Seeing Wei Xiaotian’s miserable look, even to the point of despair, Mu Hanyan felt some compassion and pleaded on his behalf.
Hearing Mu Hanyan’s words, Wei Xiaotian was grateful in his heart, and thinking of his previous deeds made him even more ashamed.
"Since Hanyan also pleads for you, I’ll grant you another chance. If you dare act recklessly again, I will definitely expel you from the sect!" The Holy Master pondered for a moment and sternly spoke to Wei Xiaotian.
"Thank you, Master, this disciple will faithfully remember Master’s teachings, and dare not act recklessly again." Wei Xiaotian knelt to the ground, tearfully expressing his gratitude.
"Hanyan, you all should prepare well and consolidate your cultivation. In a few days, head to the North Abyss Misty Plain." The Holy Master nodded and spoke to Mu Hanyan, his gaze filled with expectation.
"Yes, Holy Master." Mu Hanyan replied seriously.
Going to the Beiyuan Fog Origin not only concerns the safety of the Continent but also their lives, she surely wouldn’t be careless.
Afterward, the Holy Master took his leave from Holy Sword Peak.
"Young Master Mu, today’s favor I, Wei Xiaotian, will remember. In the future, I shall repay you greatly." Wei Xiaotian said to Mu Hanyan, his tearful eyes filled with gratitude, as well as admiration.
From the moment Mu Hanyan stepped into the Holy Court, he had challenged her repeatedly, even secretly incited Han Yutang against her. Yet Mu Hanyan didn’t hold a grudge and even pleaded for him earlier. This kind of virtue and magnanimity deeply impressed him, and how could he not be wholeheartedly convinced by her?
"Brother Wei, no need to mind, it was just a small effort." Mu Hanyan replied courteously.
Frankly speaking, Wei Wenshan ultimately died by her hands, Bo Xuanji’s provocation of Wei Xiaotian inadvertently hit the mark. Although Mu Hanyan didn’t regret it and wouldn’t feel guilty, there was still some awkwardness facing Wei Xiaotian.
But with Wei Xiaotian unaware of the truth, she saw no need to complicate matters herself. Having turned foes into friends with difficulty, why create more issues?
"By the way, Wei Wenshan wasn’t my biological brother; although there was a clan relation, it was distant from dozens of generations ago, not very close." Wei Xiaotian said, not waiting for Mu Hanyan to respond, then nodded and left.
Mu Hanyan secretly sighed in relief, realizing that not many chosen by the Holy Master are fools; Wei Wenshan indeed guessed something. By saying so, he clearly wanted to convey that he didn’t care about the matter, attempting to ease her concerns.
"Young Master Mu, I appreciate your plea earlier. When do you think you can help Yutang with his injury?" Ao Fangchen asked, convinced that Mu Hanyan can heal Han Yutang.