Chapter 220: Chapter 138: Confessing Identity, Pressure from the Martial Saint_2
Lin Ruhua nodded and said:
"It’s him. My mother even wanted him to marry me to help him ascend to the position of Saint Heir in the Demon Sect. Originally, I thought he was a traitor, but now it seems that Qin Yun might still have fond feelings for the True Martial Sect."
"Let Qin Yun marry you??" Jiang Baishan was anxious.
Lin Ruhua patted his hand, calming him down.
"Previously, five Celestial Beings from the Demon Sect attacked the True Martial Sect at night. Afterwards, the Demon Sect wanted to retaliate further, but Qin Yun stopped them by sacrificing himself to enter the Blood Demon Pool. Who could have imagined that this guy is ruthless; not only did he emerge from the Blood Demon Pool, but he also burned four hundred years of his life to step into the Celestial Human Realm in one go, becoming one of the three potential Saint Heirs of the Demon Sect."
"You mentioned someone sent a secret letter during the assessment; now I think it’s very likely that Qin Yun did it since he and the Southern Border Saintess were in charge of that matter, but he’s in a tough spot recently."
"Originally, with Ghost Mask Vice Sect Leader’s support, he was a strong contender for the Saint Heir position, but now he’s subtly under house arrest. My mother no longer talks about my marriage to him either. If not for the Grand Elder’s intervention, the situation might have been worse. His old feelings for the True Martial Sect make him intolerable to the Demon Sect."
"Those who enter the Blood Demon Pool must be loyal to the Demon Sect, but Qin Yun broke this precedent, and now a Demon Sect expert is interrogating him carefully. I heard from my mother that he once had a Heart Demon, and the Demon Sect expert is trying to nurture his Heart Demon so that he becomes controlled by it."
Lin Ruhua slowly recounted.
She knew Qin Yun underestimated the means of the Demon Sect, thinking that his actions were unknown and undetected, but he took a big fall. Earlier she didn’t know why the Demon Sect’s attitude towards Qin Yun changed abruptly, but now with the information she has, she understood.
Jiang Baishan’s face gradually grew complex, and his original anger dissipated without him knowing, turning into a barely audible sigh.
"That Ba guy..." He felt a mix of frustration and helplessness in his heart, emotions tangled and restless.
Taking a deep breath, Jiang Baishan said seriously:
"Ruhua, can you accompany me to True Martial Mountain to meet my master and senior brother? This news is very important to them. Don’t worry, they won’t mind your identity."
Lin Ruhua’s heart skipped a beat, but she decided that the truth must eventually be revealed. She nodded softly:
"I’ll listen to you."
The two had experienced life and death many times, having long recognized each other.
She didn’t feel much belonging to the Demon Sect, her only concern being her mother, but now with the True Martial Sect being the weaker side against the Demon Sect and Southern Border, she didn’t need to worry about her mother, but rather about Jiang Baishan.
The two stood embracing each other.
After nightfall, they quietly went up the mountain.
...
Bright Martial Pavilion.
Taoist Longshan and Luo Wentian were both present, while Jiang Baishan and Lin Ruhua stood side by side, their hands clasped tightly.
"Greetings to True Man Longshan and Sect Leader Luo!" Lin Ruhua greeted nervously.
Jiang Baishan also stammered:
"Master, this is my beloved, Lin Ruhua."
Taoist Longshan and Luo Wentian exchanged glances and both smiled, lightly examining Lin Ruhua. Observing her demeanor and appearance revealed hints of her character, and they silently nodded in their hearts.
Luo Wentian laughed and said:
"Ruhua, there’s no need to be so formal. I’ve heard this boy Baishan mention you before. There was once a time he almost lost an arm to you, and he kept talking about it for months. You can call me Senior Brother."
Lin Ruhua was no longer nervous and discreetly pinched Jiang Baishan.
Jiang Baishan awkwardly shook his head, knowing there’s no escape from this embarrassing past.
Taoist Longshan also laughed kindly but did not ask Lin Ruhua to call him master, which would await after the two were married.
"Baishan, what is the important matter you mentioned before?" he asked.
Jiang Baishan assumed a serious expression and slowly said:
"It concerns Ruhua’s identity; she’s the daughter of one of the Demon Sect’s three Vice Sect Leaders, Lin Xueshuang."
Taoist Longshan and Luo Wentian’s faces grew tense, but they quickly eased, knowing Jiang Baishan’s nature wouldn’t act recklessly.
Lin Ruhua watched their expressions change, relaxing inwardly before bowing:
"True Man, Senior Brother, it’s like this..."
She slowly revealed the previous plans of the Demon Sect and Southern Border against the True Martial Sect.
She also spoke about Qin Yun’s current situation.
After she finished:
Taoist Longshan’s expression was complex.
Back when the True Martial assessment secret letter incident happened, they made many guesses, not knowing who did it, that it was Qin Yun. Considering Qin Yun’s current situation, he felt a bit regretful.
One wrong thought led to this unfortunate state.
Luo Wentian also sighed in his heart, feeling grateful:
"Thank you, Ruhua, for informing us."
With the past and present clearly understood, they realized that the Demon Sect and Southern Border suspected the True Martial Sect due to the destruction of the Qing State base.
Especially since subsequent plans and actions of the Demon Sect are crucial to the True Martial Sect; knowing in advance allows for countermeasures.
He knew.
Lin Ruhua’s willingness to reveal these secrets probably meant she was deeply attached to his fifth disciple, making significant sacrifices.
Lin Ruhua waved her hand repeatedly, her face slightly red:
"Senior Brother, you’re too kind."
She hesitated slightly before biting her lip and saying:
"There’s another matter; although the True Martial Sect has True Man Tianjian overseeing it, the Demon Sect and Southern Border have deep foundations. After forming an alliance, they’ve been secretly plotting to achieve the status of a Martial Saint, complementing each other’s weaknesses. If either side gives birth to a Martial Saint, it could cause chaos, declare war on Great Yan, and possibly use the True Martial Sect as a sacrificial flag!"
"I hope True Man and Senior Brother can prepare in advance!"
After saying this she felt completely relieved, having revealed everything she knew.
Bright Martial Pavilion fell silent.
Taoist Longshan’s expression grew serious.
Luo Wentian and Jiang Baishan were astonished.
The pressure of a Martial Saint is incredibly overwhelming.
Jiang Baishan’s face turned pale; he gazed at Lin Ruhua, somewhat out of sorts, then anxiously said:
"A Martial Saint? How could it be possible? It’s been ages since a Martial Saint was born under Great Yan’s rule. How could the Demon Sect and Southern Border so easily have a Martial Saint?"
Lin Ruhua gently held Jiang Baishan’s hand and said:
"In fact, the Demon Sect and Southern Border have always had ways to achieve the status of Martial Saint using external forces, trying for a thousand years. Now they’re close to success. A hundred years ago was just a test. They have awaited the weakness of Great Yan’s Martial Saints, seeking this opportunity to rise."
"Now, after the alliance, their progress is accelerating."
Luo Wentian couldn’t help but ask:
"Ruhua, do you know how soon the Demon Sect and Southern Border might give birth to a Martial Saint?"
Lin Ruhua apologetically replied:
"I don’t know the specifics, that’s a top secret of the Demon Sect. I accidentally found out this information from my mother, but judging by their recent activities, it won’t exceed three years at the latest."
Taoist Longshan also felt unease in his heart.
Which means.
In no more than three years, the world will drastically change?
It can be foreseen.
If both Southern Border and the Demon Sect have a Martial Saint born, they will undoubtedly challenge Great Yan’s rule. Two thousand years of dominance is indeed too long.
Originally thought the True Martial Sect was on the rise, but unexpectedly faced such a drastic change.
And the True Martial Sect was at the forefront.
Having previously destroyed the Qing State base, the conflict between True Martial Sect and the two forces became irreconcilable. Furthermore, the greater the fame of True Man Tianjian, the better a sacrificial symbol to demonstrate power.
At that moment.
A magic sword seemed to hover, ready to slice down upon the True Martial Sect at any moment.
Said to be no later than three years, but what if the Demon Sect gives birth to a Martial Saint two years or even a year earlier?
No one can be certain.
Taoist Longshan cast an imperceptible glance at the screen behind him, exhaled a long breath, and said:
"This news is very important to us. Thank you, Ruhua."
He slightly bent in acknowledgment.
If not for Lin Ruhua’s information, the True Martial Sect would be entirely unaware of the looming crisis.
Lin Ruhua quickly stepped back, waving her hands frantically:
"True Man, you’re too gracious. Baishan’s sect is my sect too, as we are in love."
Taoist Longshan sighed inwardly.
He had lived nearly a hundred years, seeing things more clearly than younger people, naturally knowing Lin Ruhua’s heart was tied to his fifth disciple.
This situation was unfair to Lin Ruhua as well; the Demon Sect and True Martial Sect were enemies. Lin Ruhua was the daughter of a Demon Sect Vice Sect Leader, and Jiang Baishan Taoist Longshan’s disciple, even if they succeed, one would inevitably suffer.
Taoist Longshan needed to consider more.
Possibly the best way was to keep both of them from getting involved in the middle of this.