Clean Up Properly

"Shan Sheng! You really have some nerve!" Bian Wei shouted coldly.

Now that he had taken off his black robe, he looked terrifying. His entire body was covered in diamond-shaped scales, even his eyelids and lips, making him truly bizarre.

Kang Dabao was also somewhat puzzled by Shan Sheng's actions.

At the beginning of the battle between the two sides, Shan Sheng remained isolated and did not participate. Sect Leader Kang Da thought that Shan Sheng did not want to get involved in this mess and was determined to be a fence-sitter.

Unexpectedly, Shan Sheng ordered the Shan Household members who were waiting at the foot of Little Ring Mountain Bian Yu capture Bian Yu.

After Bian Wei's stern question, Shan Sheng's behavior was completely different from his subservient demeanor before Sect Leader Kang Da. This time, he remained composed and calm, facing Bian Wei and softly replying:

"Fellow Daoist Bian, what is it that cannot be discussed? In truth, it is nothing more than the marriage of a junior. Our Dao Foundation has not been established easily; must we fight to the death today?"

If Shan Sheng hadn't already placed his flying sword against Bian Yu's neck, Bian Wei, who was already bloodthirsty, might not have been able to hear those words.

Bian Wei understood the reasoning behind Shan Sheng's words. Indeed, it was a matter of personal feelings among the young Qi Refining Qi Refinement, so why should it cause several Foundation Establishment True Cultivator to fight each other over it?

She's just a somewhat Qi Refinement female cultivator at the Qi Refining stage; what's she worth?

If it weren't for his own plans and his genuine pity Bian Yu this descendant of the bloodline, he wouldn't have been able to summon ten of them, let alone one.

However, Bian Wei, relying on his Foundation Establishment Late Stage cultivation and having already ascertained that Daoist Black Shoes and Jiang Qing were both absent, arrogantly believed that he could easily suppress Kang and Sun, and effortlessly negotiated terms.

As for whether Chongming Sect would seek revenge later, Bian Wei didn't think about it.

According to Bian Wei's thinking, even if this Kang fellow had won Fei Nanying's favor, surely he wouldn't be able to invite Kuang Liuting out of his way?! In any case, he didn't live in Cloud Horn Prefecture, and he had the support of his fellow disciples, so he didn't need to worry about the Fei Household and the Daoist Black Shoes's opinions.

But what he hadn't expected was that Kang Dabao, a junior who was just about to Foundation Establishment, could fight him to such an extent.

Not only were ordinary methods ineffective in defeating him, but even when Bian Wei interrupted his arduous and dedicated practice of the Secret Method, this man surnamed Kang, with the help of a somewhat capable old woman, was able to fight him to a standstill!

Now, we're in a situation where we can't back down.

Before speaking, Shan Sheng glanced at Sect Leader Kang Da, feeling reassured that he hadn't made a wrong bet. He then whispered to Bian Wei, "It's not that I'm being bold, but rather that Fellow Daoist Bian is far too domineering."

"Overbearing?!" Bian Wei groaned in a low voice. If he were truly overbearing, he should have taken the person back from the Shan Household.

But he was also afraid of making a scene, offending the New Cloud Alliance, which consisted of several families, and also offending the Commander Tie and the Han City Yue Household behind the New Cloud Alliance. If that were to happen, how could Bian Wei bring Bian Yu, the legitimate son-in-law of the Shan Household, back to seize the family property after Shan Sheng's death?

It should be noted that in order to break through to the Foundation Establishment Late Stage, Bian Wei not only gave up most of his wealth, but also incurred many favors and accumulated a lot of Merit Points from several close fellow disciples!

If we don't try to make up for what we owe from Shan Household family, who knows when we'll ever be able to pay off this debt.

For cultivators like Bian Wei, who have no family background and join the sect alone, they naturally enjoy more freedom and ease than others, but aren't they also losing a great deal of support?!

Thinking of this, Bian Wei stopped talking to Shan Sheng, as if even Bian Yu, was not worth a second glance.

He slowly turned his gaze to the large, fat man in front of him, pondered for a long time without speaking, but felt a sense of envy.

"This fellow has only Foundation Establishment for a few years, yet he possesses such formidable abilities! This Kang fellow is far more difficult to deal with than that old woman. Just how much resources has the Fei Household's She Mountain Hall spent on him? To the point that even Battle Hall elder from a major Golden Core sect like mine struggles to subdue him without going all out."

Bian Wei could speak, Sect Leader Kang Da spoke first, "Bian, whether you want to fight or negotiate, you should speak first!"

At this moment, his eyes were in excruciating pain, as if golden needles were piercing them with every blink. Yet he still endured it, staring intently at Bian Wei, whose aura had surged.

Hearing Kang Dabao's words, Nanny Sun, who had been helping out, felt relieved. The old woman let out a long sigh, clearly still shaken by the fierce battle she had just witnessed.

Neither side is weak, and if the fight continues and escalates, I won't even be able to get involved, let alone help. If the fight drags on, I might lose my head to the Bian Wei if I make a single careless move!

At this moment, the way Nanny Sun looked at Kang Dabao showed a hint of respect compared to usual.

The old woman thought to herself, "I must report back to the master as soon as possible. The young master's talent is in no way inferior to the young masters and ladies of the main branch who remain in the Ying Prefecture clan. Perhaps only Miss Wanqing can compare with him."

"According to what my lord intended, simply relying on Miss Shuhe's affections to keep her is not enough. We need to invest a great deal of resources to secure this fine talent even more firmly."

After Kang Dabao said this, not only was Nanny Sun relieved, but even the usually aggressive Bian Wei relaxed.

It's not some life-or-death feud that requires constant mediation. Now that there's a way out, it's time to take it. Bian Wei also doesn't want to have another fierce battle with such a troublesome character as Sect Leader Kang Da.

Those present could not discern any change in his expression from his scaly face; they could only glean a hint of compromise from his nodding gesture.

"It's good that you're willing to talk!" Sect Leader Kang Da was overjoyed and relaxed. However, he forced himself to remain calm and simply nodded without speaking.

Bian Wei's behavior pleased Kang Dabao, since he had always disliked taking risks and naturally wanted to talk.

At present, Jiang Qing is stationed at the Spirit Stone mine, while the Daoist Black Shoes has gone to Xuanwei City to Chu Yanran. Relying solely on Nanny Sun and Sect Leader Kang Da, it will be difficult to retain Bian Wei, who Foundation Establishment Late Stage and possesses extraordinary abilities.

However, this does not mean that Kang Dabao was afraid of Bian Wei. The reason he abandoned his previous cautious nature and took the initiative to attack even though he knew he was likely to lose is because he abandoned his previous cautious nature.

The purpose was to make Bian Wei understand the consequences and that Chongming Sect was not a pushover. He also wanted to show that what Sect Leader Kang Da was doing was not his own intention, but rather something he had to do.

If he hadn't revealed this strength, Bian Wei probably wouldn't have been willing to talk to the weak.

"If one's fists are strong enough, one can have the power of life and death over others, saving a lot of trouble." This is a habit that many practitioners have cultivated over a long period of time.

Neither side intended to fight again. Old cultivator Shan Sheng really did a good job, sending the Shan Household cultivators Bian Yu capture Bian Yu was indeed a brilliant way to save face.

With both sides temporarily ceasing hostilities, the atmosphere on the field suddenly relaxed. Bian Wei also withdrew his gaze from the Sect Leader Kang Da and turned to look at Bian Yu was bound by the spiritual lock of the Shan Household cultivators.

Even though his pupils were no longer distinguishable between black and white, but were completely filled with black, others could still easily see the deep love between his children in his eyes.

This is quite rare among many heartless Foundation Establishment True Cultivator. Shan Sheng, being an old and shrewd man, saw it clearly and brought his long sword even closer Bian Yu's neck.

"Let's release them first and show some sincerity before we can discuss the matter properly." Bian Wei reached into his Storage Bag again and took out a dark cloak. After covering most of his body with it, he instantly became much more pleasing to the eye.

Upon hearing Shan Sheng, Shan Sheng simply shook his head and retorted, "Fellow Daoist Bian's Daoist techniques are profound; I only dare to speak if I have this junior at my disposal."

Bian Wei was slightly surprised, not expecting that Shan Sheng would show no fear of offending him at this moment. Was he so determined to entrust the future of the Shan Household to this Kang Dabao?

That makes sense; given that he possessed such great abilities at the Foundation Establishment Early Stage, it's understandable that the Shan Household was willing to place a heavy bet on him.

"Ha, Shan Household, you're too kind. You've even captured my descendant, so why should you need to consider my opinion?!" Bian Wei was indignant, and his words were somewhat sarcastic.

Shan Sheng shook his head, his longsword tracing a line Bian Yu's handsome face before he spoke slowly, "Fellow Daoist Bian, Dan Yu is Shan Yu only your descendant, but also a son-in-law of the Shan Household, as evidenced by our marriage contract. I, Dan, have no intention of making things difficult for you in the slightest, as I am dealing with my own son-in-law."

As soon as these words were spoken, Bian Yu's face, Bian Yu had been locked up, immediately turned crimson. Unable to utter a sound, she could only glare at Shan Sheng's old face with resentment, feeling ashamed and indignant.

Bian Wei's tone turned much colder, and he said in a deep voice, "Shan Household, aren't you just trying to make things difficult for me?"

Before Shan Sheng could answer, Kang Dabao chimed in, "Ha, Fellow Daoist Shan is right. Please don't be angry, Fellow Daoist Bian. I'm also very curious. Your descendant is nothing but a son-in-law who even changed his ancestral name with Spirit Stone. He's something you wouldn't even want to dirty your hands with if you beat him to death."

On what pretext are they demanding my junior brother's wife and children this time? Forgive my bluntness, but let alone demanding them, just according to common sense, after Shan Xuerong married into my family, she should have followed her in to serve our lord!

With a clang, the black flame spear in Bian Wei's hand hummed incessantly, and even the small half of the scales on his face stood up due to his anger.

The atmosphere, which had just eased somewhat, instantly became tense again. Not only was Bian Wei furious, but even Shan Sheng showed some surprise. This was because although what Sect Leader Kang Da said was reasonable and well-founded, it was far too hurtful.

Sect Leader Kang Da, however, was not afraid; in fact, a hint of mockery appeared on his face.

The other party came alone, and their precious bloodline descendant was in our hands. Given this situation, the more arrogant and unruly we act, the more uneasy Bian Wei should feel.

Even if the latter was truly provoked and enraged, with Shan Sheng already on his side to lend a hand, the three of them fighting together, Kang Dabao really wasn't afraid of Bian Wei.

His spiritual power was even more abundant than his opponent had anticipated. As long as his opponent had no other tricks up his sleeve, he was not afraid to fight again. Not to mention that he also had his own tricks up his sleeve; he had not yet used the Primordial Ancient Body that he had painstakingly cultivated.

Even if we take a step back and assume the worst, with the advantage of playing on home ground, even if Sect Leader Kang Da is no match, as long as he retreats into the formation and uses the Six Star Gang Flame Formation) to defend against the enemy, he can still remain invincible.

Just as Sect Leader Kang Da had predicted, although Bian Wei was so angry that his hair stood on end, reason prevailed, and he held back, only saying softly, "Shan Household, the first thing I want to do is to reclaim my family name from you, fellow Daoist, for my descendants. I hope you will grant my request."

Shan Sheng nodded in agreement, and Kang Dabao, observing from the side, had no objections. If even this matter was not permitted, then there was absolutely no need for the two sides to negotiate.

Shan Sheng took out a scroll of silk, glanced at it, and said softly, "Fellow Daoist Bian's descendant married into the Shan Household as a first-class son-in-law. In addition to the 500 Spirit Stone stones as a pawn price, he also received an annual salary and various provisions of 360 Spirit Stone. With the annual interest, Fellow Daoist Bian, please give 1,000 Spirit Stone to redeem your descendant's original surname."

Shan Sheng finished speaking, he flicked his finger, and the silk scroll fell into Bian Wei's hand. The latter didn't even look at it; black flames rose in his hand, and in an instant, he burned Bian Yu's pledge silk scroll to ashes.

Bian Wei looked displeased and took out ten mid-grade Spirit Stone from his Storage Bag, which fell into Shan Sheng's hands.

He was, after all, a Foundation Establishment Late Stage Cultivator. Even though he had fallen from grace, he still had a lot left, and he wouldn't be stingy in this matter. By using mid-grade Spirit Stone at Shan Sheng to redeem Shan Sheng's descendants and restore their original surname, he could at least regain some face.

"Now, can you return Bian's descendants?" Bian Wei gripped his spear, staring intently at Shan Sheng, as if he would stab the latter to death on the spot if he dared to utter another word of dissent.

Shan Sheng nodded, unlocked the spirit lock, and let the Bian Yu its restraints, staggering to its great-grandfather's side.

Kang Dabao had no objection to this. He was just a minor Qi Refinement. If he could capture him once, he could capture him twice. Compared to Bian Wei, the real culprit, he was insignificant.

"It's time to discuss the second matter," Sect Leader Kang Da said coldly.

"The second matter is to ask Fellow Daoist Kang to do me a favor, so that my family may be reunited." Bian Wei said calmly, staring at Kang Dabao, his grip on the spear tightening.

The latter, however, had no intention of pursuing the Bian Wei. Kang Dabao shook his head, his tone mocking, "Although Chongming Sect is small, it's not so poor that it has to sell its own disciples' wives and children."

"No room for negotiation?" Bian Wei slowly raised the spear in his hand and asked in a deep voice.

"No room for negotiation." Kang Dabao's tone was firm, showing no fear whatsoever. Golden Light gradually returned to his blood-red eyes, and his spirit insect pouch suddenly opened, instantly revealing a large cloud of insects in the air, buzzing and clamoring incessantly.

As Bian Wei spoke, his eyes remained fixed on Kang Dabao for a long time. "Sect Leader Kang, having more friends means having more options. There's a long road ahead, and I'll have dealings with your family again in the future."

Upon hearing this, the latter's expression immediately changed. "Well said! What a scoundrel! Since you're willing to be my friend, then I, Kang, am somewhat reluctant to let you go back!"

A fierce glint flashed in Bian Wei's dark eyes as his gaze swept over Kang, Sun, and Shan.

As his murderous intent surged, he calculated in his mind again and again, ultimately concluding that even if he used all his trump cards, his chances of winning were slim. After a long while, Bian Wei finally let out a long breath, and the scales that had stood up on his face gradually fell down.

For Bian Wei personally, the opinions of Bian Yu generations are irrelevant.

But if the Shan Household daughter cannot reclaim what is in his hands, and his descendants lose the title of legitimate son-in-law, how can he use Bian Yu's name to interfere in the Shan Household's property after Shan Sheng's death?!

The New Cloud Alliance, to which the Shan Household belongs, still has about ten Foundation Establishment alive. Moreover, the Tie Liuyun and Han City Yue Household behind them are not forces that an outsider like myself can suppress single-handedly.

Having read this far, Bian Wei seemed to release his pent-up anger, changing his tone to speak gently, "Then could I, as his descendant, see his wife and children one last time before I leave?!"

Fang Yi Bian Wei finished speaking, Bian Yu, who was Bian Yu beside him, immediately showed a look of longing and hope.

Unexpectedly, even this perfectly normal request was refused by Sect Leader Kang Da. He seemed truly heartless, coldly stating, "Please be careful with your words, fellow Daoist. Only my family members are here; your wife and children are not here."

Bian Yu finally couldn't hold back any longer and was about to speak when Kang Dabao stopped him with a stern shout, "You wretched thing! What right do you have to speak!"

Bian Yu being yelled at, Bian Wei laughed in anger, the scales on his face scraping against each other with a screeching sound. Without another word, he turned and walked away.

What struck everyone present as slightly odd was that Sect Leader Kang Da coldly said, "Fellow Daoist Bian, I will remember you! If anything happens to my family in the future, I, Kang, will definitely think of you."

Bian Wei paused, giving Kang Dabao another deep look, as if trying to etch it into his mind. "I've remembered that too. Sect Leader Kang, please take good care of yourself. We'll meet again someday."

The figures of the two Bian Household looked somewhat forlorn as they gradually disappeared.

The Sect Leader Kang Da, showed no sign of triumph; instead, his brow furrowed in worry and regret. Making such a formidable enemy was not a good thing. If Jiang Qing were also in the sect, the combined efforts of everyone should have been able to capture Bian Wei.

Unfortunately, both sides were filled with murderous intent, but neither had the strength to do so, resulting in an awkward situation where the tiger was released back into the mountains.

The Shan Household family, along with Kang Dabao and Nanny Sun, returned to their camp, where the Double Brightness disciples had already gathered.

Kang Dabao instructed Yuan Jin to first entertain the returning Shan Household, and then he asked Zhou Yixiu to speak elsewhere.

The two walked to a secluded place. Zhou Yixiu looked embarrassed. He had clearly seen the fierce battle between Kang Dabao and Bian Wei in the formation earlier, and he couldn't help but feel guilty.

The junior brother was about to speak when the sect leader stopped him with a wave of his hand, "Listen to me. From now on, Shan Xuerong can no longer back down. Even if I kill her on the spot, I will never let her go!"

After a rapid shift in emotions—shock, fear, surprise, composure, and realization—in Zhou Yixiu's eyes, the embarrassment on his face had vanished, replaced by a resolute expression. "Junior brother understands."

Seeing that Zhou Yixiu was so cooperative this time, Kang Dabao was slightly surprised and asked doubtfully, "I thought that Junior Brother was going to tell me how pitiful Shan Xuerong was."

Zhou Yixiu smiled faintly and replied softly, "It's pitiful that Xuerong and the Bian Yu were deeply in love but separated as husband and wife, are now apart; but it's also pitiful that my sincere heart has been wasted."

The sect leader has devoted himself to managing the sect, working tirelessly to prevent his disciples from being bullied by outsiders. It is even more pitiful that he himself has fallen victim to the hatred of evildoers and suffered this undeserved calamity. There are countless pitiful people in this world; junior brother, you cannot only pity Xuerong but also yourself and your senior brother!

The Sect Leader Kang Da, showed a slight look of surprise upon hearing this. Zhou Yixiu quickly added, "Sect leader, rest assured, if Shan Xuerong harbors any further disloyalty, I will kill her on the spot and clean the place up!"

Old Xiu's words were forceful and resonant, leaving Kang Dabao momentarily stunned. He thought to himself, "None of my junior brothers are simpletons."

----Ten days later

On the 29th day of the third month of the 436th year of the Great Wei Immortal Dynasty, a day considered auspicious for travel and relocation, Yuan Ruyi farewell to her father and brothers and embarked on her journey back to Chongming City from the Little Ring Mountain, in preparation for her wedding.

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