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Chapter 187: Slaughter of the City
Chapter 187: Slaughter of the City
2024-09-08
"Also—"
"According to our secret agent reports, Nan Gong Yu has been extremely close to the Pei family."
"Initially, when Pei Jing declared himself king and suppressed the three counties, he also had Nan Gong Yu’s support."
Gu Yi’s words didn’t surprise Gu Yang. After all, when Pei Jing was at the height of his power, commanding a vast army, the imperial forces were nearly wiped out. The Evil Suppression Bureau had no choice but to collaborate with Pei Jing to remain in Nanyang County.
It was only after Pei Jing’s death that the Tai Xuan Dynasty seized the opportunity to reassert control over Nanyang County.
However, even then, the imperial court didn’t fully regain control over the entire county. They only managed to secure half of Nanyang County.
Gu Yun said, "So, it seems that Nan Gong Yu’s assassination of the king might be related to the Pei family."
"Indeed, that’s to be expected."
Gu Yang sneered.
"Pei Jing’s death has long made the Pei family and I sworn enemies. It would be strange if the Pei family didn’t take any action."
The idea that the Pei family might have been behind Nan Gong Yu’s actions didn’t surprise Gu Yang at all. If the Pei family was truly behind it, everything would make sense.
The Pei family controlled Nanyang County. Even without Pei Jing, the current invasion by the Guangyang Army would not go unnoticed by the Pei family.
Then, Gu Yang continued, "Right now, the Tianyang Sword Sect is a problem. Keep a close eye on them. As an immortal sect, the Tianyang Sword Sect will not sit idly by!"
Since he entered Nanyang County, the Tianyang Sword Sect had only sent one Grandmaster to assassinate him, and then there had been no further action.
To Gu Yang, this was highly suspicious.
The Tianyang Sword Sect hated him to the bone. How could they have only made a show of force?
Moreover, the Tianyang Sword Sect, as an immortal sect, couldn’t possibly have only one Grandmaster.
Thus, the more silent the Tianyang Sword Sect remained, the more uneasy Gu Yang felt.
"Sir, I have already dispatched agents to monitor the Tianyang Sword Sect. I believe any move they make will not escape our secret agents’ notice."
Gu Yi bowed and said.
But just as he finished speaking, a secret agent rushed in to report.
"Your Majesty, a secret agent from the Tianyang Sword Sect has sent a letter. Please review it, Your Majesty!"
As he spoke, the agent handed a sealed letter to Gu Yang.
Gu Yang opened the letter and read it. After a moment, his face darkened.
Then, he passed the letter down, his voice cold. "You should all read this."
Seeing Gu Yang’s grim expression, many of the generals exchanged worried glances.
As the letter was passed from hand to hand, someone finally spoke up in anger.
"The Tianyang Sword Sect’s methods are truly ruthless!"
"These immortal sects are the parasites of the world!"
Hearing the collective outrage, Gu Yun also looked at the letter that had reached him, and his face darkened.
"Massacre!"
"The Tianyang Sword Sect must not be allowed to continue!"
The letter detailed how the Tianyang Sword Sect had allied with the Pei family to massacre the city and sacrifice the people.
Despite their efforts to keep it secret, no wall is truly impenetrable. When someone managed to escape, the news inevitably leaked out.
Even if the Tianyang Sword Sect later silenced the witnesses, the information had already reached the secret agents, who promptly reported it back.
Five hundred years ago, it is said that a Catastrophic-level malevolent entity emerged in Blood Mountain City, wreaking havoc across the entire region. Countless lives were lost, and even many noble families and sects were destroyed by this malevolent entity.
It wasn't until later that the powerful warriors of the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect, in conjunction with the Demon Suppression Bureau, paid a great price to barely seal the malevolent entity within Blood Mountain City.
Now, with the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect sacrificing the citizens of various cities, it seems they have a plan to destroy everything, including themselves!
After Gu Yun's initial anger subsided, he calmed down and shared some secrets from five hundred years ago.
Five hundred years is several lifetimes for ordinary people, so very few truly understand the events of those ancient times. However, the Divine Martial Sect is different. As a martial arts sect with a history spanning ten thousand years, the Divine Martial Sect has records of everything that has happened in the Nine Provinces.
Not to mention, the events in Blood Mountain City were of such magnitude that the emergence of a Catastrophic-level malevolent entity caused significant upheaval.
After all, even the weakest Catastrophic-level malevolent entity is comparable to a True Intent Master. The more powerful ones can rival Martial Arts Grandmasters or even Transcendent Adepts. The truly top-tier Catastrophic-level malevolent entities are even difficult for Transcendent Adepts to defeat.
Take, for example, the malevolent Buddha from Nine-Bend Path in Guangyang City. In Gu Yun's view, that malevolent Buddha was at least on par with the most powerful Transcendent Adepts, possibly even stronger.
Even if the malevolent entity in Blood Mountain City is not as powerful as the malevolent Buddha, it is likely not far behind. If this malevolent entity were to awaken, it would certainly be a major problem.
Gu Yang's expression was cold. "It seems the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect is planning a mutual destruction."
"Unfortunately, I am not one to compromise. I will not let the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect and the Pei family off lightly for their city massacres."
Even if the malevolent entity awakens, Gu Yang is not afraid. After all, he has Gu Qingfeng's support, and the Exorcism Blade on his back is his greatest confidence.
At this point, both sides are already locked in a life-or-death struggle. Even if Gu Yang is wary, he can only do his utmost to eliminate the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect and the Pei family.
"Send an immediate order to the other armies to accelerate their movements, but for now, avoid the Pei family, the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect, and Blood Mountain City."
In the end, Gu Yang issued another command. The Heavenly Sun Sword Sect, the Pei family, and Blood Mountain City are not to be dealt with by anyone else. With a million-strong army divided into several routes, dealing with other rebel forces is not a problem, but to confront these three would still be a challenge.
In Gu Yang's view, these three can only be handled by his personal command.
"Additionally, prepare immediately. Once you receive my order, you will attack the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect directly."
Gu Yang said sternly. The various generals all bowed and accepted the order.
After everyone left, Gu Yang kept Gu Yi behind.
"Gu Yi, send a message to Father immediately, informing him of what has happened in Nanyang. Any news must be relayed to me by the secret agents there!"
Gu Yang's demeanor became much more serious. City massacres, the malevolent entity sealed in Blood Mountain City—these pieces of information all point to the Heavenly Sun Sword Sect planning a mutual destruction. To ensure safety, Gu Yang must relay this message to Gu Qingfeng.
(End of Chapter)
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