Chapter 1756: 1853: Ignorant of the Heights of Heaven and Depths of Earth
Chapter 1756: Chapter 1853: Ignorant of the Heights of Heaven and Depths of Earth
“Hall Master, you are indeed bold, but the Sealing Sword Pavilion has stated beforehand that during the Sword Head Evaluation, no matter if it’s the Nine Countries or the Seven Seas, all factions must not engage in conflict. Don’t you fear displeasing the Sealing Sword Pavilion with such behavior?” the plump woman said coldly.
The Sect Master of Haoran Sword Sect, Fang Changlong, was beside himself with regret, wondering how he had lost his mind to bring this ignorant woman along. The warning from the Sealing Sword Pavilion was certainly binding for most factions, even the royal families of the Upper Three Countries must adhere to it, but it was utterly useless against the Sky Swallowing Palace.
Just as expected, Dugu Nian let out a laugh that was either disdainful or mocking upon hearing the veiled threat in the plump woman’s words.
The plump woman forced herself to stay calm and continued, “Our Haoran Sword Sect is, after all, the number one Sword Tao sect in the Tang Country and has close ties with the Tang royal family. Even your Sky Swallowing Palace cannot bully our Haoran Sword Sect arbitrarily!”
“Fang Changlong, could it be that this woman is actually your Haoran Sword Sect’s Sect Master? What a tough heroine of women, truly eye-opening!” Dugu Nian did not pay attention to the plump woman but instead looked at the aghast Fang Changlong, speaking in a teasing manner.
Fang Changlong hurriedly said, “Hall Master, calm your anger. This woman is my last disciple and also the niece of the Tang Emperor. Since childhood, she’s been arrogant and ignorant, I hope Hall Master won’t stoop to her level.”
Dugu Nian laughed, “So she’s the Tang Emperor’s niece, which makes her a Commandery Princess in Tang Country. No wonder she’s so fierce, truly not simple.”
The plump woman felt resentful as she could clearly hear the sarcasm in Dugu Nian’s tone.
“What a pity, even if the Tang Emperor were here, he wouldn’t dare utter the foolish words you’ve just spoken.” Dugu Nian said coldly, and with a wave of his hand, the plump woman screamed in agony, clutching her face and collapsing to the ground.
Fang Changlong didn’t spare a glance at the plump woman, deciding internally not to care about her well-being.
“Utterly foolish! How could a mere Tang Country Commandery Princess provoke the Hall Master of Sky Swallowing Palace? She nearly implicated everyone in Haoran Sword Sect, truly deserved to die!” Fang Changlong silently cursed the plump woman, feeling thoroughly disgusted with her. If not for the Tang Emperor, he would never have taken such a disciple.
Dugu Nian didn’t bother doing anything more to the plump woman, merely slapped her lightly without using much force. If he truly exerted himself, a single slap would have been enough to shatter her head.
The right cheek of the plump woman was swollen, and blood tricked from the corner of her lips. Her beautiful eyes burned with resentment and hatred.
Just as she was about to speak, Fang Changlong couldn’t contain himself and kicked her to the ground.
“Hall Master, I will discipline this woman strictly and beg for your forgiveness.” Fang Changlong bowed with cold sweat on his forehead.
“Enough is enough.” Fang Lin casually said at this moment, not wanting the situation to escalate further. After all, the woman was the Tang Emperor’s niece, and some face must still be given to the Tang Emperor.
Dugu Nian obediently listened to Fang Lin’s words, and immediately ceased troubling Fang Changlong and the people of Haoran Sword Sect.
As the flying boat departed, everyone from Haoran Sword Sect breathed a sigh of relief, especially Fang Changlong who felt as though all his strength had drained away, experiencing a sense of post-danger gratitude.
What a joke! That was the Sky Swallowing Palace, which faction has ever amicably offended them? Even the Hidden Kill Hall, which once targeted Sky Swallowing Palace, ultimately ended up being suppressed by them.
Even the formidable Hidden Kill Hall with its long-standing heritage ended up embarrassed before the Sky Swallowing Palace, so Haoran Sword Sect certainly could not dare to be reckless before them.
Fang Changlong glanced at the woman he had kicked unconscious, his eyes filled with disgust as he ordered someone to take her away.
“Sect Master, wasn’t the Sky Swallowing Palace too domineering, even damaging our flying boat?” someone cautiously complained.
“Indeed, we’re a top sect in the Nine Countries, when have we ever suffered such indignation?” another voiced dissatisfaction.
Fang Changlong’s face darkened, he snorted heavily and glared fiercely at the two who spoke, saying harshly, “Why didn’t the two of you speak up when they were here?”
The two were rendered speechless; if the people of Sky Swallowing Palace were still present, they wouldn’t dare say such things, it would be pure suicide.
“Listen carefully to me, today’s events must remain buried within. No matter what others say, act as though it never happened, even if you’re filled with resentment. Never express it, as Sky Swallowing Palace is not a force Haoran Sword Sect can provoke. If angering them, even the Tang Emperor couldn’t save you.” Fang Changlong roared.
The crowd exchanged glances, each looking dejected, while Fang Changlong ignored them, directing some disciples to repair the flying boat damaged by Dugu Nian.
As for the various forces surrounding them, content with the drama, they too departed satisfied. Even though they didn’t witness a full-blown clash between Sky Swallowing Palace and Haoran Sword Sect, seeing Dugu Nian shatter the flying boat with a single palm was still quite thrilling.
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Aboard the Sky Swallowing Palace flying boat, Dugu Nian and Fang Lin stood together, while others spread across the boat, noticing any surrounding movements.
This journey to Ten Thousand Mountains to participate in the Sword Head Evaluation saw Sky Swallowing Palace essentially emptying its nest, leaving only Fu Yue Vajra and Zhen Yangzi behind to guard the palace, while the others traveled together.
Nothing major occurred during this journey, and the friction with Haoran Sword Sect was nothing to worry about.
“Hall Master, someone is approaching.” At this moment, Cao Xuesheng, standing at the left side of the flying boat, spoke up.
Cao Xuesheng was originally supposed to preside over the Purple Mist Sect, but being a swordsman, he didn’t want to miss the Sword Head Evaluation, so he joined the journey and planned to go to the Purple Mist Sect afterward.
Upon hearing, everyone looked over and saw a figure swiftly coming towards the Sky Swallowing Palace’s entourage.
Dugu Nian’s eyes were cold; he glanced once then looked away, evidently uninterested in paying further attention.
The person seemed perceptive and didn’t come too close to the flying boat, instead stopped a hundred steps away.
“Who are you?” Nangong Shoujian, wearing the White Crane mask, asked.
The man appeared to be in his thirties, carrying a longsword on his back, with a rather ordinary appearance.
“Sky Swallowing Palace’s guests, during Sealing Sword Pavilion’s Sword Head Evaluation, I hope you refrain from conflicts with other forces.” The man clasped his hands and spoke, his slightly narrow eyes unintentionally assessing Fang Lin and Dugu Nian.
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