Zhou Shangyun Switches Sides

As darkness fell, the Tongguan Prefecture Palace was brightly lit.

Two streaks of light shot out from the night, and it was none other than Tai Shang Lingyun and Qian Poqiong, who had just returned from their investigation of the Twelfth Tong Pass Prefecture.

During this Twelfth Tong Pass expedition, the two concealed their presence throughout and conducted a thorough investigation, which ultimately led them to uncover some Spider Silk.

When they arrived at Martial Saint City, Tai Shang Lingyun was carrying a Four-star Warrior, who was none other than Zhou Shangyun, the Twelfth Tong Pass Prefecture East City Lord.

"My lords, if I tell the truth, can you spare my life?"

Tai Shang Lingyun said, "As long as you can expose Qin Jian's false identity, it will be considered a great achievement for you. Even if you are Martial Saint Pill, I will reward you with two."

"Thank you both..."

Zhou Shangyun was initially somewhat apprehensive about revealing Qin Jian's false identity, but after hearing about the two Martial Saint Pill, he became quite excited.

For Four-star Warrior like them, residing in the remote Tong Pass, the Martial Saint Pill is a treasure that is hard to come by.

"But Qin Jian is the deputy Prefecture Lord of Tongguan Prefecture..."

"Hmph, you should be able to guess our identities. With the two of us here, so what if Qin Jian is the Tongguan Prefecture?"

"Yes, what should I do with that kid?"

"Let's wait a few days. Qin Jian is quite capable, and he has the protection of the Zun Sheng and the Prefecture Lord's concubine. When the time is right and there's absolutely no chance of anything going wrong, we'll let you expose his identity in public..."

Just like the future scene that Wu Shi saw, Qian Poqiong and Tai Shang Lingyun were confident in exposing Lin Yi's false identity, but they were not in a hurry to take action.

However, when Qian Poqiong returned to Martial Saint City and received the message from Dui Longting, his expression immediately changed.

"How is this possible? This Qin Jian is actually Lin Yi, the Descendant, in disguise, and he even revealed his identity in public..."

At the same time, Tai Shang Lingyun also received messages from several friends who Nine-Realm Ancestor, learning about the great event that had occurred that day.

Without further thought, the two exchanged a glance and quickly led the bewildered Zhou Shangyun to Tongguan Prefecture.

Tong Pass Prefecture Hall, Lin Yi was still cleaning away the Black Qi from each of the many Nine-Realm Ancestor who were queuing up.

Turning his head, he saw Qian Poqiong and the Supreme Domain bringing in an acquaintance.

Zhou Shangyun?

Lin Yi was slightly taken aback, feeling surprised.

No wonder we haven't seen Qian Poqiong and Tai Shang Lingyun these past few days. I never imagined that the two of them had secretly slipped away to the Twelfth Tong Pass.

Bringing Zhou Shangyun along was a clever move.

After all, at the Twelfth Tong Pass, Zhou Shangyun was the only person who might know that his identity was questionable.

It seems that if it were Wu Shi's plan, he would have really been outmaneuvered by Qian Poqiong and Tai Shang Lingyun.

He'll probably be in a passive position then.

It's also his fault; he's been neglecting the situation at the Twelfth Tong Pass lately.

In the main hall, Lin Yi's appearance was so striking that Qian Poqiong and Tai Shang Lingyun immediately focused their attention on Lin Yi.

Qian Poqiong his finger, his True Qi spreading out, his eyes filled with killing intent. "You, the Descendant, have impersonated my Ancient Domain Guardian, embezzled the resources of Tongguan Prefecture, and stolen the martial arts inheritance. You deserve to die!"

Tai Shang Lingyun also assumed a fighting stance, angrily saying, "Gentlemen, how can you tolerate the appearance of Descendant in Martial Saint City?"

Among the people in line, Tuoba Kuan was next. He couldn't help but frown and say, "Two patriarchs, I don't believe you two don't know what happened. Now that Vice Prefecture Lord Lin is willing to sacrifice his foundation to remove the Black Qi for us, what do you mean by coming in shouting for war?"

The Nine-Realm Ancestor, who were still in line, also spoke up, "Indeed, if you two cannot tolerate the Descendant, we will challenge Vice Prefecture Lord a duel after we have resolved the Black Qi within our bodies!"

"This..."

Qian Poqiong and Tai Shang Lingyun frowned. They hadn't expected that Lin Yi would reveal his identity as Descendant and that there would be so many Nine-Realm Ancestor speaking up for him.

As for challenging Lin Yi to a duel, that's a joke. Even if the two of them were combined, they probably wouldn't be a match for Lin Yi.

The Combined Tong Pass Treasure artifact alone could easily suppress them.

"You must not be coerced by a Descendant being because of the Curse the Black Qi..."

Tuoba Kuan said again, "What a joke! If you have the ability, then help us eliminate the Black Qi. Otherwise, just wait patiently in the back. If you dare to bully us with numbers and stop Deputy Prefecture Lord Lin from removing the Black Qi for us, I, your ancestor, will be the first to fight you to the death!"

"Excellent methods, and excellent Descendant Lin Yi!"

Helpless, Qian Poqiong could only grit his teeth and look at Lin Yi.

At this moment, Lin Yi said, "Elder Qian, why did you bring the City Lord of my Twelfth Tong Pass to Martial Saint City?"

"This person, this person..."

Qian Poqiong wanted to say that he wanted this person to expose your identity.

However, since Lin Yi's identity has already been revealed, it would be futile to bring Zhou Shangyun into the picture again.

It was supposed to be a decisive move, but unexpectedly, the opponent made the decisive move first.

At this moment, Zhou Shangyun noticed Lin Yi's cold gaze.

To be honest, he only knew that the identity of that Deputy Prefect Qin was problematic, but he didn't know who was impersonating Deputy Prefect Qin, let alone that he was a Descendant.

When he arrived at the Tong Pass Prefecture Hall and saw many legendary patriarchs speaking up for Lin Yi, he was so frightened he almost peed himself.

How could he not know that he had probably chosen the wrong side?

Zhou Shangyun's mind raced, and he immediately knelt down, weeping, "Waaah, esteemed ancestors, I have worked diligently in the Twelfth Tong Pass, but I never expected to be captured by these two ancestors. They say they want me to expose Deputy Prefect Qin's identity, but Deputy Prefect Qin has always been conscientious in his duties in the Twelfth Tong Pass Prefecture, fighting against Monster and protecting the people of Tong Pass. He has never made a mistake..."

"However, given the status of the two patriarchs, this humble servant dares not refuse..."

Upon hearing Zhou Shangyun's words of betrayal within the palace, Qian Poqiong and Tai Shang Lingyun's faces darkened.

How could this person be so shameless!

"You cunning brat, are you looking for death?!"

"Ancestor, Deputy Prefecture Lord Lin, please spare my life..."

Qian Poqiong wished he could kill Zhou Shangyun with a single blow in the hall, but he took a breath and forced a smile, saying, "It is my fault. I should not have done such a dishonorable thing. However, since the Descendant is impersonating a high-ranking official of our Ancient Domain, we will not pay any attention to it. If this matter gets out, I'm afraid the Ancient Domain will be in complete chaos."

"You may forgive Lin Yi because of the Black Qi within your bodies, but I, Qian Poqiong, cannot tolerate it!"

At this moment, Wu Shi had barely spoken throughout, looked at Qian Poqiong and asked, "Can you represent the Qian Family?"

Qian Poqiong hesitated and said, "I... I can!"

"Alright, the eleven Nine-Realm Ancestor present in the main hall can represent the eleven Martial Family. I have already sent messages to the seven Nine-Realm Ancestor who have not yet arrived, and they have indicated that they can accept Lin Yi's identity."

"Since you can represent the Qian Family and believe that the Descendant is a scourge that must be eliminated, it's simple: your Qian Family will engage in Life-and-Death Duel with Lin Yi, and the one who survives will remain in the Ancient Domain."

Qian Poqiong frowned. "Wu Shi, are you serious? Do you think my Qian Family is inferior to a mere Descendant?"

Wu Shi countered, "The Descendant born is my disciple, Wu Shi, and also the Deputy Prefect of Tongguan Prefecture. Supreme Demon Domain invaded, he was the one who turned the tide. Compared to him, how much has your Qian Family contributed to the Ancient Domain?"

Tai Shang Lingyun couldn't help but interject, "Wu Shi, in my opinion, all of this is your scheme. Could it be that you intend to use the Descendant to overthrow the Ancient Domain?"

"I Wu Shi, am willing to clean up some of the corrupt families in the Ancient Domain!"

As Wu Shi finished speaking, an aged voice echoed through the misty night, "Interesting. Does Wushi Deputy Prefecture Lord think that my Qian Family is a corrupt and decadent family from the Ancient Domain?"

Upon hearing this voice, many Ninth Realm Martial Saint ancestors present showed solemn expressions.

That Qian Family old monster has actually decided to leave seclusion!