novelraw Chapter 1917 - 1899: Watch as This Elder Destroys You
Chapter 1917 - 1899: Watch as This Elder Destroys You
"Fang Yan, I know you. Was it you who killed Fang Pu?" The black-faced big man coldly asked Fang Yan. When he first detected something unusual here, he immediately brought people over. He didn’t expect an explosion to occur just as they were nearing, and simultaneously, news came from the Sect that Fang Pu’s Soul Jade Plaque had shattered. All these indications pointed out that the person Fang Yan had clashed with here must have been Fang Pu, and now there was no trace of anyone else but Fang Yan here, which means Fang Pu is definitely dead!
"He wasn’t killed by me, but it was related to me. I will return to the Sect with you and explain this matter clearly to them." Fang Yan replied calmly to the black-faced big man. Indeed, it was not he who killed Fang Pu, but rather Fang Pu died by self-detonation, but all these must be clarified once they return to the Sect.
"Alright!"
The black-faced big man, hearing Fang Yan’s words, also felt there must be some hidden truth and led the Sect-Protecting Guard Squad and Fang Yan back to the Divine Sword Sect shortly...
Divine Sword Sect Council Hall.
The Sect Master and Elders were already assembled together. Fang Pu was a Taoist, and the sudden shattering of his Soul Jade Plaque was a major event enough to shock the entire Divine Sword Sect. What stunned them even more was the news apparently sent back by the black-faced big man stating that Fang Yan had killed Fang Pu, a message that literally left everyone here aghast!
What level was Fang Yan’s power? It was merely at the peak of the Heaven Flipping Realm, and the idea of him being able to kill Fang Pu, a Taoist, was something no one could accept. Even though Fang Yan had heaven-defying methods and possessed the strength to defeat Wu Chen, it must be understood that defeating someone and killing them are completely different concepts. Moreover, Fang Pu was a Taoist; saying Fang Yan could not do this even if he were at the Human Immortal Realm!
But the black-faced big man has already sent back this message, and no matter their disbelief, it was fact. Therefore, they all gathered at the Council Hall to find out what exactly had transpired. Fang Yan and Fang Pu were both members of the Fang Family; why were they fighting to the death with one another, leading to the fall of a Taoist from the Sect?
"What do you have to say about Fang Pu’s death?" Jue Tiannan coldly questioned the Elders. Fang Pu was a Taoist of the Divine Sword Sect and a future candidate for the position of Elder or Sect Master. No matter how he died, the matter must be investigated. However, in his heart, he really did not understand why Fang Yan acted in such a way. Sect rules are firm, and for such incidents, punishment is a must. Even if he wanted to shelter Fang Yan, he wouldn’t find a reason to do so.
"Sect Master, I think there’s something more to this matter. Fang Yan and Fang Pu are both from the Fang Family, but to fight to the death like this is not possible without hidden motives. So I suggest waiting until Fang Yan returns, so we can clarify the situation and then decide on a disposition," Elder Wang quickly stood up and said after Jue Tiannan spoke. He didn’t want Great Elder Qian Li to get the jump on him because if Great Elder spoke, it would be no surprise that he’d want Fang Yan dead without discussion!
And just as expected by Elder Zhou, no sooner had he finished speaking than Great Elder Qian Li’s voice rang out:
"Sect Master, I believe this matter must be handled seriously. The Sect rules clearly state that during internal sparring, life cannot be endangered, otherwise execution without mercy! Now Fang Yan has killed Fang Pu, no matter what reasons Fang Yan might have, strict punishment is necessary. Otherwise, where do the Sect rules stand, where does the law stand? If we don’t execute Fang Yan, what will happen when others follow suit in the future, where will our Sect’s prestige be?"
Great Elder Qian Li declared righteously, appearing as though he was truly considering the Sect. He was worried about how to deal with Fang Yan, and now that such an opportunity presented itself, how could he let it go? He was determined to seize this chance to kill Fang Yan to eliminate future threats!
"Great Elder, Fang Yan is not back yet, and the specifics are unknown. We must adhere to principles of fairness and justice, finding out the details first. You lack the authority to pass capital punishment without his appearance, isn’t that right?" Elder Zhou stood up and spoke justly, understanding that Fang Yan was not reckless. There must be hidden motives, for Fang Yan wouldn’t do something so self-destructive without reason; anyone with sense would know what to do.
"Elder Zhou, in such a significant matter as killing a Sect Disciple, what hidden motive could exist? There’s no sentiment to spare; Fang Pu was a Sect Taoist. If there’s no accountability for the death of a Taoist, wouldn’t it make our Divine Sword Sect a laughingstock among all Sects?" The Fourth Elder stood up and interjected. Previously, they had already used ’that person,’ yet they couldn’t kill Fang Yan, and now with this opportunity, he naturally wanted to work with the Great Elder to dead Fang Yan, not allowing him to live any longer.
...
What on earth is going on?
How did Fang Yan kill Fang Pu?
Great Elder and Fourth Elder said so...
...
The other Elders watched the four argue without saying anything, but they were all thinking the same thing. Their instincts told them that Fang Yan, being such a formidable talent who already enjoyed treatment as a backup Taoist, couldn’t have killed Fang Pu without cause, and at such a critical juncture, it simply wasn’t possible.
But the words of Great Elder and Fourth Elder had already made their intentions clear; they wanted to kill Fang Yan. In the face of such a situation, none of them dared to speak out – attracting the ire of the Great Elder would only result in more loss than gain. So, for the moment, the other Elders kept silent, just watching the four argue.
Jue Tiannan saw the four Elders disputing, feeling quite helpless. By his reckoning, Fang Yan had to be dealt with, but the method had to be carefully considered, as geniuses like Fang Yan were extremely rare, and executing him would be a significant loss for the Sect.
But the Great Elder and Fourth Elder wanted to execute him straight away, which made him truly angry, yet he had no way to deal with the Great Elder or Fourth Elder; as long as the Ancestral Master remained in seclusion, he couldn’t communicate this issue. Having someone like the Great Elder in the Sect posed severe harm to it.
Thus, at this time, Jue Tiannan chose to watch silently, waiting for Fang Yan’s return. When Fang Yan appeared, all matters would be clear...
As the four Elders quarreled incessantly, the black-faced big man led Fang Yan into the Council Hall, instantly halting the argument between the four.
"Sect Master, Fang Yan has been brought." The black-faced big man bowed and reported.
"Very well, you may leave." Jue Tiannan spoke softly to the black-faced big man. With that, he waved his hand, signaling for him to leave.
The black-faced big man, obeying the Sect Master’s command, said nothing more and left the Council Hall.
Yet no sooner had the black-faced big man left than Great Elder Qian Li couldn’t contain himself, first angrily reprimanding Fang Yan, "Fang Yan, as a Sect Disciple, you actually killed a Sect Taoist. It’s an unforgivable crime; how can you justify the Sect’s cultivation of you? Die by your own hand and atone, otherwise not only will you die, but your name will forever be inscribed in the Sect’s records, and the world will know what kind of person you are!"
"Are you out of your mind? Who do you think you are? The Sect Master hasn’t spoken, and you’re jumping out; what’s this about? Do you think you wield more power than the Sect Master, or have you harbored ambitions of replacing him?" Fang Yan looked at Great Elder Qian Li and retorted unreservedly.
Though he hadn’t met the Sect Master, he could easily identify that the person seated in the high seat must be no other than the Sect Master. That much was obvious, and as for this figure targeting him, he had deduced this person’s identity; who else would be bent on confronting him other than Qian Li? If it were him, he too wouldn’t waste such an excellent opportunity to destroy a rival; there was no doubting it.
Fang Yan’s words left everyone in the Council Hall speechless, their eyes looking at him filled with admiration. Who was the Great Elder anyway? No one throughout the Sect, top to bottom, dared to address him so brashly, and here Fang Yan was, speaking so offensively right off the bat. This was sheer audacity!
"Insolent! How dare you speak to this Elder like that. Watch as I disable you!"
The rest may have been speechless, but Qian Li was utterly startled by Fang Yan’s sharp retort, never expecting him to say such treasonous words, bursting into rage instead, his Gang Qi about to erupt, looking to annihilate Fang Yan on the spot. Not even the Sect Master dared speak to him like this, so who exactly did this mere Disciple of Heaven Institute think he was!
However, before Qian Li could act, Fang Yan’s voice came again: "I see now, Great Elder, you want me dead. In front of the Sect Master, you still dare to kill, showing you no longer regard the Sect Master, the Sect. I’m curious how you came to be Great Elder! But I warn you not to act rashly; if you do, I won’t hold back. Are you sure you have the strength to kill me? Or have you already reached the Earth Immortal Realm?"
Fang Yan’s voice was cold, his tone edged with killing intent; although others may fear the Great Elder, he did not. Since the Great Elder was set on being his enemy, Fang Yan would never accommodate such a person. Frankly speaking, Fang Yan actually hoped the so-called Great Elder would make a move; even if it meant exposing one or two trump cards, he would take down the Great Elder.
But now wasn’t the time for such actions; he only needed to intimidate the Great Elder for the moment. Therefore, Fang Yan released his Human Immortal Realm aura, instantly causing a gust within the Council Hall...
The release of his aura immediately changed the expressions of everyone in the Council Hall!
This is the aura of the Human Immortal Realm!
Fang Yan has broken through to the Human Immortal Realm!
Fang Yan... he really has reached the Human Immortal Realm!
...
The people in the Council Hall looked at Fang Yan, their eyes filled with astonishment. None of them had expected Fang Yan to have truly broken through to the Human Immortal Realm, and the aura he exuded wasn’t one that the average Human Immortal could possess. What did this mean? It meant Fang Yan truly had the capability to stand up to the Great Elder.