Eternal Saber

Chapter 552 - 158: Murderous Intent

"Crude, unbearable to listen!"

At the outermost edge of the crowd, Lady Peanuts frowned deeply upon hearing this and muttered.

"Well said, I like him."

The burly man grinned.

The lean old man smiled faintly and said, "Dealing with such scheming individuals, reasoning is useless and often results in passivity. Though this lad’s scolding is unpleasant, it is nonetheless an effective method."

The old woman said, "This kid is smart, scolding Young Master He in front of everyone, he can only bear it, at most he will utter some harsh words, but won’t start a fight."

In front of Ba Mountain Sword Sect.

"Who is this person, daring to scold even Young Master He, how arrogant is this?"

"For Ba Mountain Sword Sect to produce such a vulgar person, it is truly declining."

"He seems to be the one who killed Master Zagu, named Chen Jing."

The crowd realized who it was, causing an uproar!

He Shiyao stared at Chen Tang, face dark and eyes cold.

Since childhood, he had never been scolded in such a way.

Were it not for the martial arts assembly with so many present, he would have immediately struck and killed this person!

Even now, wanting to make a move, it’s unlikely a fight will ensue.

Jian Qiuchi, sensing the tense and volatile atmosphere, quickly stepped forward and apologized, "Mr. Chen is a friend of the Jade Flute Fairy. Out of concern, he has been somewhat offensive in his words. I hope Young Master He will forgive him."

After all, he is here to return the sword.

No matter what, let’s first retrieve the Night Rain Sword.

He Shiyao slowly asked, "Sect Leader Jian, is this person a disciple of your Ba Mountain Sword Sect?"

This question seemed casual but carried a hint of killing intent behind it!

Jian Qiuchi sensed He Shiyao’s thoughts, shifted sideways to block Chen Tang and said sternly, "Mr. Chen is not a disciple of our sect, but he has saved our lives."

He Shiyao stayed silent for a moment before saying, "Today, on Sect Leader Jian’s account, I’ll spare your life, but..."

"In the future, be careful traveling in Jianghu. Words bring trouble, not everyone has my restraint."

Chen Tang merely grinned.

He took advantage but didn’t entangle unnecessarily.

If a true fight started, his identity would inevitably be exposed.

He Shiyao turned to look at Ye Yushi and said indifferently, "Jade Flute Fairy still refuses to perform a tune with my sister before the heroes of the world?"

Guo Heng frowned and said, "Brother He, forcing others like this is not very honorable!"

A nearby person sneered, "From what I see, the Jade Flute Fairy might be worried about being outshone by Feng Xiao Fairy and losing her title as the number one beauty in Jianghu."

"That’s possible, as long as she doesn’t compete, she won’t lose."

"Maybe it’s just that the Jade Flute Fairy looks down on us and disdains playing a tune for us."

"Haha, acting all aloof while being unclear with that Beiqian man Chen Tang!"

"How do you mean?"

"You don’t know? Recently, she descended from the mountain to challenge several Earth Ranking experts just to avenge Chen Tang."

The voices of these few were loud, and others also pointed fingers and whispered.

He Susu heard their discussion and frowned, showing displeasure.

These few looked quite familiar to her, being close to He Shiyao.

Only now did she understand what means He Shiyao employed to make her the new number one beauty in Jianghu.

He Shiyao had prepared two plans.

If the Jade Flute Fairy agreed to perform with her, friends would be arranged to praise her flute skills as superior.

If the Jade Flute Fairy refused, another group would be arranged to exaggerate the affairs between the Jade Flute Fairy and Chen Tang.

"Brother, you can’t go too far!"

He Susu lowered her voice.

Even she couldn’t bear it.

After all, for a woman, reputation might be more important than life!

If unclear, in future Jianghu, the Jade Flute Fairy will become the subject of endless gossip, and who knows how many rumors will be fabricated.

Who can bear such pressure?

He Shiyao gave a faint smile, ignoring it.

Chen Tang observed coldly, already guessing it was He Shiyao’s arrangement. Hearing He Susu’s words, he had no doubt, and a killing intent rose within him!

This is not simply tarnishing, but deliberately ruining Ye Yushi’s reputation!

Their relationship is pure.

But once such things spread, it becomes hard to clarify.

"Everyone, mind your words, do not ruin someone’s reputation!"

He Shiyao suddenly said and then looked at Ye Yushi, asking, "Recently rumors spread across Jianghu. May I ask, Jade Flute Fairy, did you previously descend the mountain to challenge various Earth Ranking experts, and eventually find me for that Chen Tang?"

"As long as the Fairy denies it, I will, in various Drunken Immortal Towers, help the Fairy clarify the matter."

The surrounding area quickly quieted down, countless gazes focused on the Jade Flute Fairy.

Jian Qiuchi gave the Jade Flute Fairy a look and slightly shook his head.

Even if it was truly for Chen Tang, such things should not be acknowledged.

"Yes."

Ye Yushi’s expression was calm, softly speaking one word.

A faint smile appeared on He Shiyao’s face.

Today’s matters are settled!

This one word means the Jade Flute Fairy is no longer the number one beauty in Jianghu.

People in Jianghu revered her not only for her extraordinary beauty and unmatched flute and sword skills.

Another reason was that many people held a sliver of unrealistic fantasy about her.

And now, that fantasy is shattered.

Jian Qiuchi sighed in his heart, "Yushi this child is still so stubborn."

Guo Heng looked at Chen Tang with a hint of sympathy, thinking to himself, "Alas, unexpectedly, he and I share the same fate; we are merely passing guests next to our senior sister."

He Susu, however, admired Ye Yushi greatly.

She knew that in such a situation, it took immense courage to say this word!

This also proved that she didn’t care about the title of number one beauty.

Ye Yushi slowly said, "You are relentless against Chen Tang, going so far as to personally attack him and tarnish his reputation. Naturally, I must seek justice for him."

"Jade Flute Fairy, your words are somewhat inexplicable."

He Shiyao coldly laughed and said, "Jianghu rumor has it that Chen Tang is a Beiqian Dark Scout, those Earth Ranking masters’ pursuit had nothing to do with me. As for me, I merely wanted to invite him to Drunken Immortal Tower to clarify some misunderstandings."

"Moreover, he said Drunken Eight Immortals had issues, causing panic in Jianghu. If one speaks of tarnishing reputations, it was he who first tarnished our Drunken Immortal Tower’s name!"

"Indeed!"

The Hall Master of Thunder Hall stood up and said coldly, "That villain Chen Tang deceives people and kills indiscriminately; his death is deserved! We’ve spared him by not killing him personally!"

The Thunder Hall Young Master Lei Xiaotian was killed by Chen Tang, so naturally, he hated Chen Tang to the core.

"Chen Tang is not a Beiqian Dark Scout."

At this moment, someone stepped forward and said loudly, "Moreover, Drunken Eight Immortals indeed has issues!"

The crowd turned towards the voice.

Speaking was none other than the recently crowned number one of the Wind and Cloud Ranking, the ’Sword-Hiding Scholar’ Shen Zhiyuan.

He Shiyao glanced at Shen Zhiyuan and said, "Knowing people’s faces but not their hearts, Shen Zhiyuan, you are still young and need more experience. Do not easily believe others. Whether Drunken Eight Immortals has issues is not for you to decide!"

"Drunken Eight Immortals indeed has issues!"

At this moment, a woman stood up beside Shen Zhiyuan, none other than ’Medical and Poison Dual Mastery’ Su Li.

Su Li said sternly, "My master can confirm this!"