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"That being the case, let’s not discuss that matter any further. As for Zuoqiu Qingyun, he was somewhat rebellious in his youth and became overbearing after a fortuitous encounter. Plus," Tian Yan spoke with grave eyes, "he has been promoted to a direct disciple within Qing’an College, taught by the powerful Master Yaoguang."
"Born into a Grade Four Prominent Family, he has a Purple Abode Realm ancestor and a Purple Abode Realm Master in the Academy." Wang Shouzhe nodded, "He certainly has the audacity, but It doesn’t mean he can do whatever he pleases."
"Indeed, the Academy has its rules, and the prominent families have their own ways of surviving. However, Master Shouzhe, have you heard of an organization called ’Sky Pillar’?" Tian Yan asked in a serious tone.
"Sky Pillar? I’ve never heard of it. But the name sounds stronger than Jiaolong Gang and others." Wang Shouzhe shook his head but became more vigilant inside.
"It’s normal you haven’t heard of it. ’Sky Pillar’ was established less than a hundred years ago and always operated low-key, but their foundation and strength are extremely powerful," Tian Yan spoke with a reduced voice, "From what I know, people of Sky Pillar contacted Zuoqiu Qingyun secretly, hoping to win him over.
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Zuoqiu Qingyun is still hesitant, but this time, he secretly asked Sky Pillar to do something... and I, by coincidence, know about this."
"Interesting." Wang Shouzhe chuckled, "It seems, elder Tian Yan, you have a high position within Sky Pillar."
"Not particularly high. I’m just cleverly maneuvering to serve some inevitable matter." Tian Yan laughed softly, "Zuoqiu Qingyun doesn’t know that you, Master Shouzhe, are also our target to win over. This matter, after some careful deliberation by me, Sky Pillar refused Zuoqiu Qingyun’s request."
"So, are we in debt to Sky Pillar?" Wang Shouzhe frowned slightly.
"No, you owe me a favor." Tian Yan’s eyes sparkled tenderly, her delicate hand extended a piece of paper, "Zuoqiu Qingyun has been pestering me time and again that’s too annoying. Consequently, I secretly arranged to invite him to the place... If you are not convenient to act, just say a word, I can act on your behalf."
"I’ve delivered the message. I’ll take my leave now." She bowed to Wang Shouzhe and Old Ancestor Longyan and was ready to leave.
After she had left.
Old Ancestor Longyan spoke gravely, "Shouzhe, could this be a trap?"
Holding the faintly fragrant paper, Wang Shouzhe squinted his eyes, "I wouldn’t call it a trap. From what Tian Yan has said along with the overall situation, Sky Pillar blatantly wants to drag us into the fray. If we act against Zuoqiu Qingyun, we’ll be making a deal with Tian Yan that could backfire. In essence, we would be drawing together. This is exactly the result Tian Yan hopes for."
"Colluding with that inscrutable woman Tian Yan is bound to end badly." Old Ancestor Longyan frowned, "We should avoid dealing with Zuoqiu Qingyun for now lest we fall into Tian Yan’s trap."
"That wouldn’t work either. The wind always blows when the tree wants to rest. Since Zuoqiu Qingyun has already developed malicious thoughts, there will be a second time after the first. If Sky Pillar fails, they may find others." Wang Shouzhe’s eyes flashed, "There’s a saying, one can only be a thief for a thousand days, not guard against one."
"Secondly, now that Tian Yan has decided to betray Zuoqiu Qingyun, she’s not likely to stop halfway. Judging by her character so far, she’s not the type to leave things undone," Wang Shouzhe continued, "even if we remain inactive tonight, Zuoqiu Qingyun would still meet his doom. Once the truth comes to light, will the Zuoqiu Family believe that we are innocent?"
"We are stuck between a rock and a hard place." the Old Ancestor Long Yan coldly put, "Should we just let Tian Yan hold us hostage? I’d rather act directly and take care of all these evil spirits." A chilling intent to kill disseminated from her body.
"Old Ancestor, don’t worry." Wang Shouzhe said calmly, "We can’t afford to offend the Sky Pillar right now. However, as long as we haven’t chosen our side, Sky Pillar wouldn’t want to offend us for nothing."
"From the current situation, two power blocs are emerging from the struggle for the Emperor’s son. One includes Long Wuji and even Cao Youqing. And the other is Tian Yan and the members of Sky Pillar. Behind them, the two quasi Emperor’s sons must be silently observing from afar."
"Since Sky Pillar made contact with Zuoqiu Qingyun, is it possible that the other group has tried to win over Zuoqiu Qingyun as well?"
"With Zuoqiu Qingyun and Tian Yan in such connivance now, is there a chance that Zuoqiu Qingyun was bought over by Sky Pillar and planned to support the Sky Pillar camp? If I were the competitor, would I think that since I couldn’t get him, I would destroy him?"
"You mean..." Old Ancestor Longyan lifted her eyebrows slightly, "You are planning to blame this on the quasi Emperor’s son from Long Wuji’s side?"
"Sky Pride Cao Youqing has always been hot-tempered and totally loyal, it is only rational for him to eliminate his opponents for his quasi Emperor’s son." Wang Shouzhe a glimmer of a smile in his eyes, "Why should that fairy who has been hiding in the dark, fiddling unknown tricks not be held accountable for her actions? It’s also a good thing to let her do all the busy work.
In the worst case, we’ll just muddy the water."
"And this time Tian Yan, planning to ensnare us with her wiles, she can’t just get away with it."
After a moment of consideration, Old Ancestor Longyan said, "Shouzhe, it’s a good plan. But I’ve only battled with Cao Youqing once, I don’t think I can mimic her moves very well. Especially her Purple Xiao Sword intent of sky thunder, I can only imitate some of its connotations~ I’m afraid it might not deceive people."
"Old Ancestor, Cao Youqing is Sky Pride, would she dare to reveal her true identity if she kills?" Wang Shouzhe laughed softly, "If I were Cao Youqing, I would certainly try my best to hide my identity and Purple Xiao Sword intent of sky thunder. Only by inadvertently being forced to reveal some traces~ that’s the most reasonable outcome.
Old Ancestor, you don’t need to exert the whole Purple Xiao Sword intent of sky thunder."
"..." Old Ancestor Longyan was speechless, feeling a bit of sympathy for Cao Youqing in her heart. This poor thing, how did she manage to cross Wang Shouzhe? Think about the fate of Wang family’s past enemies... Cao Youqing would definitely regret her actions in the end. And that siren Tian Yan, she will probably not end well either."
In the meantime.
Wang Shihai was finally granted permission to enter, he looked regretful and said, "Fourth Grandfather, why did Fairy Tian Yan leave so soon?"
"Shihai, your timing is perfect." Wang Shouzhe patted his shoulder, "There’s an important task that needs the devilish cunning of you and your mischievous friends." Then, he whispered a few words.
"What?"
Wang Shihai was furious, "Zuoqiu Qingyun even threatened to force Fairy Tian Yan into a private meeting?"
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