The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun

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Upon hearing this, Liu's mother was about to kneel down to express her gratitude, but Jiang Ning stopped her.

“You don’t need to do that. Sometimes I will not be at Mount Hua. If you encounter any difficulties in your life in the future, you can inform my fellow disciples at Mount Hua.”

"Thank you, my benefactor. I understand."

Liu's mother nodded repeatedly.

Jiang Ning then left.

Not long after leaving Liu's mother's house, Jiang Ning left Huaming Village and headed towards Huayin County.

There are dozens of children in Huayin County who were rescued from the Yanping branch of the Beggars' Gang.

After being brought back to Huashan, these children were placed in Huayin County and cared for by Wang Yuan.

That's right, it was the Wang Yuan family that Jiang Ning rescued the first time he went down the mountain.

At that time, Wang Yuan's house was occupied by an evil servant, and his wife and daughters were imprisoned. In despair, he was about to commit suicide when Jiang Ning came down the mountain to get rid of the evil servant and help him take back his property, wife and daughters. Later, Wang Yuan moved his family to Huayin County and started a business. I heard that the business is doing quite well now.

When Jiang Ning saw Wang Yuan again, he found that Wang Yuan looked much better than he had a few years ago, and even appeared somewhat prosperous.

Wang Yuan was overjoyed to see Jiang Ning and talked to her for a long time.

During his conversations, Jiang Ning learned that the children were doing well. After meeting them in person, he noticed that their eyes were no longer dull and lifeless, and their clothes were clean. He also discovered that their lives were much better than before, which put Jiang Ning at ease.

After learning the details, Jiang Ning bid farewell to Wang Yuan and returned to the mountain.

He needs to start preparing for Lu Dayou's wedding next July.

This matter concerns the further development of the relationship between the Huashan and Emei sects, and cannot be taken lightly.

……

"Master, why did you summon me here?"

Yunnan, a certain place.

Shangguan Yun, who was completely blind, was suddenly summoned by Ren Woxing and followed the followers to a house.

The room was completely silent; not even a breath could be heard. Shangguan Yun's heart pounded with anxiety.

As soon as Shangguan Yun finished speaking, Ren Woxing's voice rang out.

"Brother Shangguan, how long have you been a member of the Divine Cult?"

Ren Woxing's voice was somewhat soft and sinister.

Chapter 604: Shangguan Yun Dies

Suddenly, Ren Woxing's voice rang out from the previously silent room. In a panic, Shangguan Yun knelt down in front of the source of the voice.

"Your subordinate Shangguan Yun pays respects to the Master."

Looking at Shangguan Yun kneeling on the ground, Ren Woxing sat in the shadows, his expression obscured by darkness.

"Brother Shangguan, you don't need to bow if you're not feeling well. Please get up."

Ren Woxing said softly.

"Thank you, Master."

Shangguan Yun immediately stood up.

Ren Woxing looked at him calmly and asked the same question again.

"Brother Shangguan, how long have you been a member of the Divine Cult?"

Unable to see, Shangguan Yun didn't know why Ren Woxing was asking this question, and cautiously answered.

"Reporting to the Lord, I joined the cult when I was young, and it has been more than thirty years since then."

"More than 30 years..."

Ren Woxing nodded and said, "Brother Shangguan, you have risked your life for the Divine Sect for more than 30 years. You have worked hard."

Shangguan Yun felt a chill run down her spine, not understanding why Ren Woxing would suddenly bring up this topic, but she still answered cautiously.

"You flatter me, Master. I am unworthy of such praise."

Ren Woxing looked at him and said, "Brother Shangguan, now that you can't see, have you ever blamed me?"

Upon hearing Ren Woxing's words, Shangguan Yun was so frightened that she immediately knelt down.

"Why do you say that, Master?"

Ren Woxing calmly said, "I sent you to hunt down Jiang Ning and fight Dongfang Bubai, but you lost your sight both times. I feel guilty."

Despite saying he felt guilty, Ren Woxing's expression remained unchanged.

Shangguan Yun was terrified and said, "I have failed in my duties and have not done the things assigned by the leader properly. I am guilty beyond redemption. However, the leader is magnanimous and has forgiven my crimes. I am grateful for the leader's great kindness. How could I have such thoughts? The leader is wise."

The first time Ren Woxing sent him to hunt down Jiang Ning, he lost an eye. His other eye was then blinded in a battle with Dongfang Bubai, leaving him completely blind. He was practically useless, so it was impossible for him not to feel resentment. But what Shangguan Yun feared most was being abandoned because he was no longer of value.

Based on his understanding of Ren Woxing, Ren Woxing was incapable of feeling guilty. He was already being kind by not thinking of him as a good-for-nothing, so how could he be acting like this now?

Although he was blind, Shangguan Yun's mind was not damaged.

"hehe."

Ren Woxing smiled, his voice very soft.

Since losing his sight, Shangguan Yun's hearing has become increasingly acute. He clearly heard Ren Woxing's laughter and assumed that Ren Woxing was very satisfied with his answer, so he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

But Shangguan Yun couldn't see that Ren Woxing's expression was becoming increasingly strange. His pale face, devoid of any color, was hidden in the darkness. A smile appeared on his lips, but it was not a smile at all. His eyes were as red as blood, staring intently at Shangguan Yun kneeling on the ground, like a wild beast ready to devour its prey.

"Brother Shangguan."

Ren Woxing slowly said, "Now that you are completely blind, are you able to adapt?"

Shangguan Yun dared not be careless and quickly said, "This subordinate is blind, but still has a heart that wants to serve the sect leader. Although this subordinate can no longer hold the position he once held, if the sect leader has any orders, this subordinate will not hesitate to die for it."

Ren Woxing nodded.

"I'm relieved to hear your concern."

Before Shangguan Yun could breathe a sigh of relief, Ren Woxing said again, "Brother Shangguan, there's something I'd like to ask you for a favor."

Shangguan Yun quickly replied, "Please give your orders, Master, and I will do my best to fulfill them."

For some reason, Shangguan Yun suddenly had a bad feeling.

Ren Woxing slowly stood up and walked to Shangguan Yun.

At this moment, Shangguan Yun's ominous premonition grew stronger and stronger.

Ren Woxing looked at Shangguan Yun kneeling on the ground and smiled.

“Brother Shangguan, your eyes are already blind, you are no different from a cripple, and your internal strength is useless. Why don’t you give me your power?”

Upon hearing this, Shangguan Yun was terrified and instinctively tried to get up and back away, but Ren Woxing had already reached out and pressed his hand on the top of his head.

A terrifying suction force emerged from Ren Woxing's palm, and Shangguan Yun immediately felt his internal energy being rapidly sucked away.

"Master..."

Shangguan Yun hurriedly used his internal energy to resist, while trying to break free from Ren Woxing's grasp. However, once the Star Absorbing Technique was activated, unless the person being absorbed had more internal energy than Ren Woxing, they could not escape and would have their internal energy drained.

Shangguan Yun had practiced martial arts for decades and possessed profound internal strength, but he was utterly unable to resist Ren Woxing's Star Absorbing Technique.

"Master... spare me... Master..."

Shangguan Yun begged for mercy.

He could feel his internal energy draining away extremely quickly.

Despite Shangguan Yun's pleas for mercy, Ren Woxing's expression remained unchanged, and he didn't even slow down.

"Master... spare my life."

Shangguan Yun's complexion changed at a visible speed, and his hair turned white. In just a short while, Shangguan Yun found it increasingly difficult to speak.

Ren Woxing spoke up.

"Brother Shangguan, go in peace. Your eyes were blinded by Jiang Ning and Dongfang Bubai. I will avenge you."

As they spoke, Ren Woxing had already absorbed most of Shangguan Yun's internal energy. However, instead of slowing down, Ren Woxing increased the output of his Star Absorbing Technique, showing no intention of sparing Shangguan Yun's life.

"Ren Woxing...you..."

Realizing that his life was slipping away rapidly, and that Ren Woxing had no intention of sparing his life, Shangguan Yun used all his strength to curse loudly.

"Ren Woxing...you have harmed your loyal subordinates. In the end, you will be deserted by everyone, and you will die a horrible death!!!"

Time passed slowly, until finally, Ren Woxing released his grip, and Shangguan Yun immediately fell to the ground, without making a sound.

Ren Woxing, who had drained Shangguan Yun's internal energy, paid no attention to the corpse and closed his eyes to feel the changes within his body.

"Not enough... not enough..."

Ren Woxing murmured softly.

After an unknown amount of time, footsteps sounded outside the door, and with a creak, the door opened, and Ren Yingying walked in.

Ren Woxing neither turned around nor opened his eyes, but continued to immerse himself in his own thoughts.

Ren Yingying frowned as soon as she entered and saw the corpse on the ground.

After a while.

"Someone is coming."

Ren Yingying shouted.

A few moments later, several more servants came in.

Ren Yingying stared blankly at the corpse on the ground and said, "Elder Shangguan was seriously injured in the last battle with Dongfang Bubai at Blackwood Cliff and has passed away after a long period of incurable illness. Give him a proper burial."

"Yes."

Several servants cautiously responded and went over to move Shangguan Yun's body. When they saw the state of Shangguan Yun's death, they were terrified, but they didn't dare to say anything. Together, they carried the body out.

Ren Yingying then looked at Ren Woxing, her eyes showing a mixture of worry and fear.

For some reason, she felt that Ren Woxing had changed ever since he came down from Blackwood Cliff.

Chapter 605: Ren Woxing seems to be going crazy

Ren Woxing seemed to finally notice Ren Yingying and turned to look at her.

"came back?"

Ren Woxing returned to his seat and sat down, speaking casually.

"Ah."

Ren Yingying hummed in agreement.

Ren Woxing leaned back, resting his head on the back of the chair, and asked, "How is the Diancang Sect doing?"

Ren Yingying said expressionlessly, "The leader of the Diancang Sect has already pledged allegiance to us, but there are some stubborn elements who refuse to serve the Divine Sect, so we have purged some people."

Ren Woxing nodded and said, "If these people refuse to join the Divine Cult, then they are naturally enemies of the Divine Cult. It's good to get rid of them."

After saying that, Ren Woxing asked again, "Was the matter handled discreetly?"

Ren Yingying nodded again: "The Diancang Sect had been surrounded beforehand, and no information had leaked out."

"That's good."

Ren Woxing smiled.

The Diancang Sect is a major righteous sect. Although it is not as powerful as the Shaolin, Wudang, Huashan, and Emei sects, which have existed for hundreds of years, it is still a prominent righteous sect. Now that the Diancang Sect has surrendered, it is the first major righteous sect to surrender to them. This makes Ren Woxing realize the feasibility of his plan.

"Keep this matter under wraps and don't let those righteous people know about it in advance. I have other plans for the Diancang Sect."

Ren Woxing then said.

"Ah."

Ren Yingying nodded.