Chapter 1333: Chapter 1332: The Death of Yin Zhengyuan
"Pavilion Master, Pavilion Master, what happened to you?"
"Pavilion Master?"
"Quick, look, what’s on the Pavilion Master’s head?"
Someone was the first to shout, and everyone’s eyes fell upon Yin Zhengyuan’s forehead, where a drop of blood slowly trickled down, pooling into a stream, which then gradually grew larger as warm blood gushed out.
The scene before them was a shock to all.
It wasn’t until Yin Zhengyuan fell heavily that they returned to their senses; indeed, Yin Zhengyuan was dead, killed by Shen Hanxue in the blink of an eye.
What kind of strength does it take to achieve this?
Now that Yin Zhengyuan is dead, what right do they have to contend with Shen Hanxue?
Everyone silently retreated, trying to distance themselves from Shen Hanxue; gone was the earlier aggression, and there was no intention of avenging Yin Zhengyuan.
Just as Shen Hanxue had said before, with Yin Zhengyuan already dead, who would be willing to lose their life for a dead person?
"Yin Zhengyuan disregarded Tuo Shi’s rules and sparked inner conflict within Tuo Shi; his death is not to be lamented. If any of you are still dissatisfied, step forward now!" Shen Hanxue spoke calmly, her face unusually serene, yet the domineering tone in her words made it daring to meet her gaze.
Faced with the number of experts from Lingxiao Pavilion, none dared to step forward, not even Yin Zhengyuan’s closest aides, who could only lower their heads, fully aware that their opponent was too powerful, and speaking for Yin Zhengyuan would only lead to his same fate.
Besides, Yin Zhengyuan had indeed instigated internal conflicts within Tuo Shi, violating Tuo Shi’s rules, just as Shen Hanxue said, his death was not to be lamented.
"If no one wants to avenge him, then go back." Shen Hanxue continued.
As those words fell, the people of Lingxiao Pavilion began leaving one after another, not even daring to take Yin Zhengyuan’s body with them; after all, no one wanted to show closeness to Yin Zhengyuan at this critical moment.
Moreover, now that Yin Zhengyuan is dead, they no longer need to curry favor.
To intimidate the entire Lingxiao Pavilion alone, even Elder Wu couldn’t accomplish that, so there was nothing for Elder Wu to say about this outcome.
The conflict between Shangyun Pavilion and Lingxiao Pavilion had existed for a long time, but no one dared to make it public for fear of internal strife, but now, with Yin Zhengyuan’s death, the years of conflict would surely ease, which is indeed more beneficial than harmful for the current Tuo Shi.
However, the position of Pavilion Master of Lingxiao Pavilion is not something everyone can take on; with Yin Zhengyuan dead, and before a new Pavilion Master takes over, Lingxiao Pavilion may be in chaos for a while.
Just as Elder Wu was about to ask Shen Hanxue’s opinion, Shen Hanxue suddenly asked, "Mu Tian, Wu Wen, which one of you is stronger?"
Mu Tian and Wu Wen were both stunned, faces full of surprised delight.
The meaning in Shen Hanxue’s words was clear: she intended to choose one of them to become the Pavilion Master of Lingxiao Pavilion; if this had been before, they never would have had such thoughts.
To be promoted to the Heavenly Level was their greatest pursuit, and where would they dare to covet the position of Pavilion Master of Lingxiao Pavilion?
But now, the impossible has happened.
"My master’s ability is stronger!"
"Wu Wen is young and has a better future development!"
The master and apprentice did not compete for the position of Pavilion Master, instead, they both offered the opportunity to each other.
"Becoming the Pavilion Master of Lingxiao Pavilion is not that simple; both of you give it a try, and as for who finally can take that position, it will depend on your own abilities," Shen Hanxue said.
"Yes, Miss Shen, we will certainly give our all."
"Yes, we two will definitely not disappoint Miss Shen’s expectations!"
The master and apprentice cupped their fists respectfully as they spoke.
Shen Hanxue then looked over at Elder Wu; with Lingxiao Pavilion’s matters settled, it was time to go see the secret chamber.
Elder Wu understood Shen Hanxue’s intent and said directly, "Follow me."
Yin Zhengyuan just died like that, without even causing a ripple in Tuo Shi; even those who knew about it did not dare to discuss it openly, as the power Shen Hanxue displayed was too terrifying; no one was willing to court trouble.
If somehow discovered by Shen Hanxue, what trouble would that bring, no one could say for sure.
Here, Shen Hanxue followed Elder Wu to the front of the secret chamber.
It was still that mountain wall, showing no signs of a door.
However, Shen Hanxue didn’t need Elder Wu’s guidance, she walked directly to that door.
At this moment, Elder Wu’s breathing couldn’t help but become rapid; whether his crazy idea was true had much to do with whether Shen Hanxue could enter the secret chamber.
If she couldn’t enter, then his previous speculation was wrong, but if she could, then it was even more extraordinary.
"These years, both Yin Zhengyuan and I tried everything but couldn’t enter; however, Su Changfeng could enter easily; why don’t you try to see if you can enter?" Elder Wu looked at Shen Hanxue and said.
Shen Hanxue stretched out her hand, and it went directly through the mountain wall, the seemingly solid wall turned out to be merely an illusion, not hindering Shen Hanxue at all.
Seeing this, Elder Wu’s eyes widened; she could indeed go in!
It seemed that his prediction might be correct, and it could even explain how Shen Hanxue suddenly possessed such formidable power.
"Tuo Shi is saved, Tuo Shi is saved!" Elder Wu couldn’t control his excitement, speaking eagerly.
Currently, Tuo Shi was in a decline, unable to find a way to become stronger; he always feared the Outer Domain would make a comeback, while Tuo Shi wouldn’t be capable of confrontation.
But now, he had no such worries; because Shen Hanxue inherited Yang Ling’s power, with her, Tuo Shi would surely return to its peak.
Meanwhile, Shen Hanxue stepped entirely into the mountain wall.
Elder Wu wept with excitement, losing composure and kneeling.
Within the secret chamber, Shen Hanxue felt neither familiar with the surroundings nor did her mind register a ripple of memories, making her doubt Elder Wu’s words.
If she truly were Yang Ling, how could she feel nothing in Yang Ling’s old residence? Although she felt an inexplicable familiarity upon coming to Tuo Shi, here, such a feeling was absent.
"Mother, where is this?" Ye Nianhai suddenly asked.
"This might be a place where Mommy once lived, but Mommy seems to have forgotten," Shen Hanxue explained.
"The place where Mommy once lived is so small," Ye Nianhai said with innocent bewilderment.
Shen Hanxue couldn’t help but chuckle, compared to the Mountain Villa, this place was indeed too small, but a child’s thinking is always different.
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