Long Panzi turned to look at True Person Huanglong beside him, clenched his fists tightly, his eyes blazing with fury, and asked through gritted teeth, "It was you? You let that brat Luo Chuan go?"
True Person Huanglong stood tall and proud, showing no fear whatsoever, and remained calmly in place, having anticipated all of this.
"You scoundrel! You traitor!"
Long Panzi flew into a rage and could no longer contain his anger. He raised his hand and slapped True Person Huanglong hard across the face.
"Smack!"
With a crisp sound, True Person Huanglong was sent flying backward by the slap, blood spilling from the corner of his mouth, half of his cheek instantly swelling and turning red, and his Immortal Essence was shaken into a chaotic mess.
True Person Huanglong struggled to his feet, his inner energy instantly waning, yet he still stood tall, showing no sign of yielding.
Long Panzi stared at him, his eyes filled with murderous intent and rage, and shouted sharply, "Guards! Seize this traitor, strip him of his title as the Holy Emperor of the Vermilion Bird Holy Sect, and throw him into the Heavenly Prison to be imprisoned under strict conditions!"
"Once I resolve the matter in the Luotian Star Domain, I will personally extract his soul and refine his spirit, making him suffer for countless lifetimes to vent my hatred!"
As soon as he finished speaking, several powerful figures from the Holy Sect appeared, firmly restrained True Person Huanglong, removed his Holy Sect token, and escorted him away slowly.
Long Panzi stood in the courtyard, looking at Azure Dragonzi's corpse and then at the direction where Luo Chuan and his disciples had disappeared. His eyes were filled with murderous intent, and his spiritual energy surged violently around him.
" Luo Chuan brat, even if you flee to the ends of the earth, I will find you, seize your treasures, kill your master and disciple, and let you know the consequences of opposing me!"
Cultivation Alliance Star Domain, Daluo Sword Sect Starfield.
Inside the magnificent palace, Ling Tianhou, the strongest member of the Daluo Sword Sect and the Sword Venerable Marquis Lingtian, looked at the portrait in front of him with a solemn expression, still feeling a vague unease in his heart.
"Now that Luo Chuan Chuan's cultivation has reached the Heavenly Human Realm, if he were to come to my Daluo Sword Sect for revenge... with my strength, I simply wouldn't be able to withstand his attack."
"It seems we have no choice but to consult with Tian Yunzi and the others for a solution. As long as we can survive, what does it matter if we take out the Daluo Sword Sect Sect's Immortal Sword?"
Marquis Lingtian slowly stood up, just as he was about to head to the Tianyun Star Domain, when he felt a cold wind whistling towards him. Then he saw a handsome young man dressed in white robes sitting behind him.
The young man before me had an elegant demeanor, exceptionally handsome features, clean skin, and a pair of clear, light blue eyes that shone with a soft, warm light.
Upon seeing the young man, Sword Venerable Marquis Lingtian's heart skipped a beat, but as a powerful expert at the mid-stage of the Jingnie Realm realm, he quickly regained his composure.
Sword Venerable Marquis Lingtian exhaled a deep breath, turned around and sat back down in his chair. He then personally poured Luo Chuan a cup of tea and pushed it towards him.
"I didn't expect you to arrive so quickly."
Luo Chuan took the teacup handed to him, took a sip, and said calmly, "You just didn't expect me to be the first one to come to your Daluo Sword Sect, right?"
Sword Venerable Marquis Lingtian smiled and replied, "Indeed, I have traversed the Cultivation Alliance Star Domain for countless years, and I never imagined that one day I would face such a situation."
Luo Chuan lightly touched the rim of the teacup with his fingertips, his gaze calmly sweeping over the furnishings in the hall. As an old sect in the Cultivation Alliance Star Domain, the Daluo Sword Sect Sect's palace was extremely luxurious.
The palace was extremely luxurious, with its walls inlaid with spiritual jade, exuding the sharpness and grandeur of a sword sect. But now, it was filled with a repressive silence.
Marquis Lingtian leaned back in his chair, looking at Luo Chuan, who had a calm expression, his heart filled with mixed emotions.
Back when Luo Chuan had not yet risen to prominence, he was Sword Venerable in the mid-stage of the Jingnie Realm, dominating the star field and enjoying boundless glory. He never took this junior seriously.
In a short period of time, Luo Chuan made a remarkable comeback, defeating powerful enemies and breaking through realms. Now he has grown into someone that even he can only look up to. Such is the unpredictability of life.
Sword Venerable Marquis Lingtian picked up the teacup in front of him, took a small sip, and the bitter tea slid down his throat, which actually calmed his chaotic mind a little.
"I know I was in the wrong about what happened back then. If I were in your shoes, I would definitely seek revenge as well."
Marquis Lingtian's voice was low, carrying a hint of relief and helplessness as he said, "Throughout my life, I have been ambitious and eager for fame and fortune. For the sake of power and status, I have done many things against my conscience. Now, I have only myself to blame for this predicament."
Luo Chuan put down his teacup, his expression remaining calm, without a trace of pride or resentment, as if he were merely listening to an insignificant story from the past.
"I have my own judgment on past grievances; you need not say more."
The two sat quietly, chatting idly about the changing times in the star system, sword cultivation, and the changes in the world over the years.
There was no hostility whatsoever between them; instead, they were like old friends who hadn't seen each other for years, letting down their guard and facing each other openly.
The fear and unease in Marquis Lingtian's heart gradually dissipated in Luo Chuan's calm and indifferent demeanor. He knew that Luo Chuan was not someone who indiscriminately killed innocent people; he was simply someone who clearly distinguished between gratitude and resentment and always sought revenge.
After a moment of silence, Marquis Lingtian slowly raised his head, his gaze towards Luo Chuan filled with a mixture of earnestness and trepidation. He took a deep breath and spoke solemnly.
"I know my sins are grave. Now that I'm in your hands, I have no complaints. Kill me or torture me, it's all up to you."
"But... could you spare the disciples of the Daluo Sword Sect? Most of them are young and never participated in what happened back then. They are all innocent people. The sect has a history of tens of thousands of years and should not be cut off like this."
At this point, the Sword Venerable, who had traversed the star field his entire life, spoke with a hint of humility and pleading. He could give up his own life, but he couldn't let go of the entire Daluo Sword Sect, nor could he let go of the juniors of the sect with whom he had spent every day.
Upon hearing this, Luo Chuan's eyes flickered slightly, and he fell into deep thought.
His purpose in coming here was to settle old scores, and his target was always Marquis Lingtian, not the innocent disciples of the Daluo Sword Sect.
These cultivators have a difficult path to cultivation, and the inheritance of their sects is the culmination of their efforts. Although he is determined to avenge any wrongs, he will not take his anger out on the innocent.
After a moment, Luo Chuan raised his eyes and slowly nodded, saying, "I promise you, today's matter is only directed at you. I will not harm any disciple of the Daluo Sword Sect, nor will I damage the sect's foundation."
That simple sentence was like a reassurance, putting Marquis Lingtian Tianhou's mind at ease.
Sword Venerable Marquis Lingtian's face showed a relieved smile, his eyes filled with gratitude. He bowed deeply to Luo Chuan, his hands solemnly clasped in salute, his tone respectful and sincere:
" Luo Chuan, Senior Luo Chuan. I, Marquis Lingtian, on behalf of the entire Daluo Sword Sect, express my sincere gratitude for your kindness!"
Throughout his life, Marquis Lingtian had been proud and arrogant, and had never bowed to anyone like this before, but at this moment, he was willing to do so.