CHAPTER 709: CHAPTER 708: THREE DAYS LATER (2/3)

Seeing the wary expressions of Yang Chen and Ye Xin, Kunze couldn’t help but cough awkwardly and said quickly, "I feel that perhaps there is some misunderstanding between us."

"Misunderstanding?" Yang Chen sneered.

Kunze’s tone was remarkably casual.

Yang Chen surveyed the chaotic surroundings, his sneer deepening. This devastation, just a misunderstanding?

Though there had been no casualties on Yang Chen’s side, he still held a grudge over the Shangqing Sect’s past abduction of Ye Xin. If any of his brothers had been injured or killed today, he would definitely not let it go.

Now looking at the Shangqing Sect’s side.

There were over ten casualties just among the Inner Sect disciples. Although they seemed weaker compared to the Dragon Tooth Squad and Asura Hall, their cultivation was legitimate. Any one of them, tempered by battle, was an elite amongst elites! The Shangqing Sect must have spent considerable effort nurturing these disciples. Now, with so many casualties, claiming it’s just a misunderstanding?

Yang Chen didn’t buy it.

No one would be so forgiving.

Moreover, even if Kunze agreed to reconcile, would those disciples have no resentment?

What about the Palace Masters and Elders injured by Yang Chen?

Conspiracy, it’s not just Ye Xin who feels this way. Yang Chen also sensed something fishy.

But Kunze still insisted, "I think we need to talk."

"Alright!" Yang Chen naturally wouldn’t refuse an opportunity for reconciliation. Although he knew Kunze probably had a scheme, it was better than having his brothers risk their lives for him.

Since Kunze wanted to talk, then talk they shall. See what tricks Kunze was trying to pull.

Ye Xin pulled Yang Chen aside, worried.

Yang Chen signaled to Ye Xin, reassuring him.

"Master!" Meng Po looked at Yang Chen, filled with concern.

She felt something was off as well.

Yang Chen shook his head at her, saying in a deep voice, "You all go rest."

Then, Yang Chen looked at Kunze, "Where shall we talk?"

Kunze immediately said, "How about returning to the Sect for a chat?"

Yang Chen snorted coldly, staring at Kunze, "Do you think that’s possible?"

Kunze hesitated, immediately understanding Yang Chen’s concerns. Realizing Yang Chen would not follow him back to the Sect, he spoke hastily.

But in Kunze’s eyes, only the Shangqing Sect was the safest, where they could ensure the security of their conversation.

However, under these circumstances, Yang Chen’s vigilance towards Kunze was high, making it an impossibility.

Kunze thought for a moment and compromised, saying to Yang Chen, "Then how about stepping aside for a private conversation?"

Yang Chen nodded.

At this point, the Great Elder could no longer stand it, stepping forward to grab Kunze, saying, "Do you know what you’re doing now?"

"I am very clear!" Kunze replied in a deep voice, "I will explain everything to you when we get back."

With that, Kunze was about to leave.

The Great Elder held Kunze back, whispering harshly, "Kunze! You’d better know what you’re doing! Look back, all the disciples of the Shangqing Sect are watching you!"

Hearing this, Kunze couldn’t help but look back.

He saw all the disciples watching him, filled with disappointment, worry, confusion, doubt, fear, disillusionment, and pain...

They couldn’t understand why Kunze was doing this. They truly couldn’t understand.

Kunze was well aware that actions like this would be misunderstood, even difficult for the Great Elder to comprehend, but it was normal. Because he knew what others didn’t, he saw what others had not seen.

The truth is always in the hands of a few.

But at this moment, Kunze had to hold firm. Otherwise, the true regret would follow!

"Rest assured! I will give everyone a perfect explanation!" Kunze said before striding towards Yang Chen.

Yang Chen and Ye Xin walked ahead, leading Kunze to a secluded spot.

The members of the Dragon Tooth Squad and Meng Po immediately hurried to the tent area.

Because the tent contained surveillance of the entire mountain, they could see what Kunze and the others were doing there.

...

Yang Chen stopped, looking at Kunze, "This should be about right, speak!"

Kunze stopped, looking at the two of them, frowned, pondered for a moment, and slowly said, "I feel previous events were all misunderstandings, so I hope we can reconcile in a way, because battles always result in unnecessary sacrifices and bloodshed, which is something we’d all prefer to avoid."

"That’s right." Yang Chen agreed with this statement.

Seeing it taking effect, Kunze continued, "Regarding the misunderstandings between us, including casualties from the battle, I won’t pursue it, but I hope you can still return to the Sect, we can settle everything as a family."

Yang Chen immediately responded, "Sorry! When did we become a family? Return to Shangqing Sect? Sorry! That’s something we can’t do!"

Kunze said anxiously, "As long as you return to the Sect, Ye Xin will remain the Saintess, and I can also offer you a position, ensuring your rights!"

Yang Chen sneered, staring at Kunze, and said coldly, "Do you think I’d believe that? If the Soul Capturing Platform’s methods couldn’t control Ye Xin, were you thinking of trying another way to control us both?"

Upon hearing this, Kunze was stunned, looking at Yang Chen in surprise, "How do you know that?"

Yang Chen shook his head, "To want others not to know, one must not do it themselves!"

Kunze was extremely embarrassed.

If Yang Chen hadn’t known, that would have been fine; now, Yang Chen had directly pointed it out, creating significant awkwardness and likely hindering further discussion greatly.

Ye Xin stated directly, "It’s impossible for me to return, I’d rather die than be under your control!"

Kunze’s expression became even more conflicted.

Looking at Kunze, Yang Chen said directly, "You want Ye Xin, that’s impossible, but if you need something else, I’ll do my utmost to fulfill your needs, as long as you agree to stop pestering us."

This was Yang Chen’s final concession.

Kunze shook his head, clearly disagreeing with this approach.

After thinking for a while, Kunze seemed to make up his mind and raised his head, saying, "Three days later, at the Jin Chen Ye family, shall we talk then? Right now, I think we need to adjust our moods and attitudes first and deal with the current troubles. After three days, when everyone is calm and collected, it would be better to talk."

Yang Chen thought for a moment, nodded, "Alright!"

In his view, now was indeed not a good time for discussion.

In three days, when everyone had thought things through and came with sincerity, without much influence from negative emotions, conversing would be more beneficial and efficient.

"Then three days later, at Jin Chen Ye family, see you there!" With that, Kunze turned to walk back towards the Shangqing Sect.

Yang Chen and Ye Xin walked towards the Dragon Tooth Squad, fingers interlocked.