CHAPTER 181: CHAPTER 137: SEIZING POWER ALONE, SAVE ME, MY WIFE

"Indeed, if this person is a backup plan set by the Red Dragon, using its body for reincarnation, wouldn’t that be a huge problem for us?"

However, Zhu Yuxian was unfazed on the side. Not to mention that she had never offended Qi Yuan, everything that had happened before had nothing to do with her, and most importantly, she did not believe that the cunning and cautious Lu Chengfeng would directly release Qi Yuan.

Lu Chengfeng waved his hand and explained to the First Seats, "Rest assured, everyone, I naturally wouldn’t release Sect Leader Qi without first consulting with you all."

"When he broke through to Celestial Human, I feared something unexpected might happen, so I activated the Dragon-Binding Rope to trap him. Now, Sect Leader Qi has somewhat regained his senses, no longer as mad as before."

The First Seats of Chixiao and White Rainbow just sighed in relief when their faces subtly changed again.

Zhu Yuxian almost burst into laughter on the side. What a clever move by Lu Chengfeng! If Qi Yuan were to regain his senses, all the things those old fellows did might be exposed.

In that case, who would dare to go to the Trapped Dragon Abyss?

Who would dare to face Qi Yuan, who has already become a Celestial Human?

Except for Lu Chengfeng, who has mastered the Great Five Elements Extinction Divine Light Sword, holds the Dragon-Binding Rope, and has no grievances with Qi Yuan, anyone else going down would likely find life worse than death if they fell into Qi Yuan’s hands.

Henceforth, this Trapped Dragon Abyss truly became Lu Chengfeng’s private ground, with only him able to come and go freely.

"This guy really knows how to scheme!" Zhu Yuxian glanced at Lu Chengfeng, feeling that though this man was young, he was deeply scheming, with a heart as black as ink.

Not to mention Chixiao and White Rainbow’s First Seats, even Elder Withered Bamboo’s expression was somewhat uncomfortable. After all, he also agreed to suppress Qi Yuan in the Trapped Dragon Abyss, and now that the Acting Sect Leader has regained his senses, it would be embarrassing if they met.

Not to mention that Qi Yuan has now achieved Celestial Human; upon meeting, he might even want to tear them apart.

Unconsciously, Qi Yuan’s existence has already become a lever to balance the three First Seats. Lu Chengfeng, who holds Qi Yuan’s life and death, can be said to simultaneously control the dark history of the other First Seats and use Qi Yuan to threaten and suppress those old guys.

If they were still able to rely on their age previously, now, in front of Lu Chengfeng, who has control of Qi Yuan, it’s as if even their underpants have been seen clearly.

If Lu Chengfeng were to flip the table, not only would it ruin their lifetime reputation, but he could also justifiably label them as rebels with Qi Yuan’s help, making them subjects of disdain even in death.

Withered Bamboo was somewhat better off, but the faces of the First Seats of Chixiao and White Rainbow grew darker the more they thought about it. In this oppressive atmosphere, after a long stalemate, the two of them directly knelt down.

"Subordinate Zeng Shoujing of Chixiao Peak, from now on, will follow the Young Sect Leader unreservedly, ready to face any danger."

"Subordinate Li Qingfeng of White Rainbow Peak is willing to serve the Young Sect Leader loyally, with no second thoughts."

Lu Chengfeng looked surprised and bewildered, quickly stepping forward to help Zeng Shoujing and Li Qingfeng up.

"What are the two First Seats doing? We are all one family; now that the Yuncang Sword Sect is beset by internal and external troubles, we should unite to resist external enemies."

"I am young and ignorant, and I will need the guidance of the two First Seats in the future; there’s absolutely no need for such formalities."

Seeing Lu Chengfeng being so courteous, the two’s expressions improved significantly.

Zeng Shoujing couldn’t help but sigh, "The Young Sect Leader is a prodigy, yet humble and respectful to the elders, protective of fellow disciples, truly the divinely ordained leader to revive the Yuncang Sword Sect."

"I was once blind, unable to recognize such talent, fortunately, First Seat Zhu had the foresight, otherwise, our Sect’s destined leader would have been overlooked."

Li Qingfeng shook his head, "The Young Sect Leader’s talent is like a sharp cone in a sack, bound to emerge wherever he is, impossible to be buried."

Withered Bamboo watched as these two shameless old fellows lavished praise, his face twitching almost imperceptibly. He was much older than these two and had achieved Half-Step Celestial Human, making it impossible for him to step down and kneel to pledge allegiance like those two.

However, he could understand, as Lu Chengfeng had monstrous talent, bound to break through to Celestial Human in the future. Now that he is the Young Sect Leader and has quietly gotten hold of their leverage, it can be said that in terms of strength, power, and future potential, he has quietly become the head of Yuncang.

Now, even if Lu Chengfeng were to directly assume the role of Sect Leader, it would be rightful and proper. Their allegiance is in line with providence; resisting blindly would have been foolish and courting disaster.

With the allegiance of Zeng Shoujing and Li Qingfeng, the atmosphere among them became much more harmonious.

Zhu Yuxian, observing everything from the sidelines, was amazed. If she were as outwardly righteous and inwardly ruthless as Lu Chengfeng, she would have long become the First Seat of Profound Crane Peak and might have even obtained the Great Five Elements Extinction Divine Light Sword Manual, without having to wait until today.

Thinking it over, only four words remained in her mind: "Thick-skinned, black-hearted!"

He was like someone who devoured a person without leaving bones.

Lu Chengfeng had no idea what his beautiful master was thinking. After some pretended politeness with the two old men, he deliberately sighed and said, "I hear that when Elder Profound Sun was alive, there were misunderstandings and grudges with Sect Leader Qi. Since we are from the same sect, I wish to resolve these, so I mentioned it to Sect Leader Qi, and after much pleading, he agreed."

"However, this matter involves two elders, and I’m not sure if it’s appropriate. I would like the First Seats to consider it."

Having no idea what he was up to, Zeng Shoujing, having just pledged allegiance and eager to show it, quickly said, "The Young Sect Leader is benevolent, and since you have Sect Leader Qi’s agreement, it’s surely a good deed. You may speak; we’ll certainly comply."

With his words, he represented all those remaining. If there were any objections, it would be no less than a slap to Lu Chengfeng’s face, something anyone would carefully consider.

Only then did Lu Chengfeng speak earnestly, "Although Sect Leader Qi has attained the Celestial Human body, he has been corroded by Red Dragon Essence Qi, suffering from fiery torment. If he cannot be relieved for long, he will go mad and rampage."

"I wish to select a few suitable women from Elder Profound Sun’s concubines or descendants to marry Sect Leader Qi as wives or concubines."

"Sect Leader Qi has already agreed to give these women proper recognition. In this way, the two families become in-laws, and anyone who uses Sect Leader Qi’s matter to slander Elder Profound Sun must be up to no good."

"This way, not only is Sect Leader Qi’s difficult issue resolved, but it also quells rumors and speculations within the sect, isn’t it a dual benefit?"

Not waiting for them to reply, he continued, "Sect Leader Qi, though having broken through to Celestial Human, has limited lifespan, perhaps only a year or so left. I just want to fulfill the elder’s last wishes."

"What do you think?"

Zeng Shoujing and Li Qingfeng were already fully agreeable. Having even resolved issues with Profound Sun and Qi Yuan, their previous matters were naturally also wiped clean.

It was in everyone’s best interest, so naturally, they had no objections.

Only Withered Bamboo sighed, "Isn’t it unfair to the woman, considering Sect Leader Qi’s limited lifespan? Wouldn’t she become a widow?"

Lu Chengfeng smiled, "No need to find those unmarried pure ladies, just pick a few concubines from Elder Profound Sun’s wives or descendants. I don’t think it should be a problem, right?"

Withered Bamboo nodded, saying no more.

As everyone reached an agreement, Lu Chengfeng was unwilling to delay, seeing that the Lord of Youdu would arrive in three days. He wouldn’t stop until he extracted all the benefits from the Yuncang Sword Sect.

So he dispatched the First Seats to do their tasks, leaving only Zhu Yuxian behind.

Once everyone else left, Lu Chengfeng grabbed Zhu Yuxian’s hand, a pained expression on his face, "My dear, save me!"