Chapter 201 Blue Comes from Indigo but Surpasses Indigo

"Speak, how do you have the token of the Tang Sect's sect leader?"

Facing Qin Ming's interrogation, Murong Bai casually blew on his fingers, "Could it be that this esteemed hero's mind is not quite right? Since you saw the token I threw, why ask such an obviously foolish question?"

"You—"

Qin Ming was utterly speechless, and Lin Qingge took the opportunity to nudge the devil beside him with her elbow.

"I didn't expect Brother Murong to be the one most adept at hiding his strength, to be the sect leader of the Tang Sect, one of the six great forces in the martial world! No wonder Brother Murong is so accomplished in poison making!"

Hearing Lin Qingge's teasing, Murong Bai shook his head, "Brother Lin, your words are inaccurate. Although the Tang Sect's sect leader token is on my person, I have no relation to the Tang Sect. However, I do know the Tang Sect's sect leader. In fact, not only I, but all of you, Brother Lin, also know him, even to the point of being very familiar."

"We know him too?"

Lin Qingge rubbed his chin in thought, then his eyes widened, "You don't mean Qin Han, do you?"

"Qin Han?"

Yan Tinghao, who had been eavesdropping intently, muttered softly, "I didn't expect Qin Han to have such a background. I always thought he was just someone who assembled puzzles."

On the other side, as Murong Bai nodded, Qin Ming exclaimed, "You know my elder brother? My elder brother is still alive? No, you know where my elder brother is?"

Annoyed by Qin Ming's triple question, Murong Bai frowned slightly, "So you are that brother Qin Han risked his life for, willingly taking on the poison to save, the brother he desperately rescued?"

"My brother is still alive! Where is he? Hurry and take me to see him!"

Qin Ming, excited, moved forward, but was forced to stop at a distance by a look from the other party.

"Don't worry, your brother is doing very well, his limbs are intact, and he has no shortage of food or clothing. He specifically handed this Tang Sect token to me before leaving. Firstly, it was for me to defend myself at the Martial Arts Convention, and secondly, if I saw you at the convention, I was to hand over this sect leader token to you. At the same time, he also asked me to pass on a message to you, saying that the Tang Sect is now yours."

"This... Impossible! The Tang Sect was passed down from our father to my elder brother. Since my elder brother is no longer in danger, why isn't he coming back to take charge of the situation?"

Having witnessed countless fraternal strife, Murong Bai, seeing brotherly affection for the first time, gradually relaxed his brow and, in a rare moment of good mood, added, "Qin Han did not misjudge you. However, when I saved your elder brother Qin Han, he had nothing on him. Of course, given his injuries at the time, even if he had money, he couldn't afford my consultation fee. And I never do business at a loss, so your elder brother Qin Han voluntarily offered himself to me as a retainer for ten years. As the term has not yet expired, he naturally cannot return."

"I see. Elder brother is the most honorable person. Since elder brother promised you, he will certainly keep his word. But the Tang Sect belongs to my elder brother, and I can continue to manage it for him. When elder brother's ten-year term is up, I will personally bring him back!"

After making his decision, Qin Ming suddenly remembered something: "Wait! You saved elder brother, so doesn't that make you..."

Before Qin Han could finish speaking, the master of Wolong Villa, Long Xiaotian, gathered his qi and shouted with internal energy, "The esteemed leader of the Profound Nether Sect graces us with his presence. As the master of this villa, I am truly remiss in not welcoming you properly! However, since heroes and renowned figures have gathered here, does the dignified leader of the Profound Nether Sect not intend to come out and greet everyone?"

As soon as Long Xiaotian's voice fell, a low, cold male voice sounded from behind him, "I am standing right behind you, you don't need to shout so loudly."

...

Long Xiaotian, who had put too much effort into his showmanship, quickly turned around. He hadn't noticed when someone had appeared behind him! While slightly narrowing his eyes to examine the other person, he had already begun to believe the other party's identity as the leader of the Profound Nether Sect. However, the leader of the Profound Nether Sect before him, although masked with a black cloth, looked too young, and he couldn't help but suspect, "The Profound Nether Sect has been established for decades. Although I haven't seen its leader, I know their leader should be about my age."

"You must be referring to my master."

Trying his best to ignore the unnerving smile on Master Lin's lips, Ling Han replied indifferently.

"Master?"

"Yes, I killed him the year before last, so I am now the leader of the Profound Nether Sect. Therefore, I have the right to represent the Profound Nether Sect in acknowledging Lin Zimo's position as the champion."

"There we go, five to one. I wonder what excuses Master Long has for his sophistry now?"

Lin Qingge withdrew his gaze from Ling Han and turned to look at the master of Wolong Villa with a half-smile.

"Amitabha, since he is the people's choice, Master Long, you should comply with everyone's wishes!" Master Huichong chimed in again to mediate.

Long Xiaotian, who had never expected things to develop into the current situation beyond his control, pressed his tongue against the roof of his mouth. After a long while, he sighed helplessly, "Very well, since it is everyone's will, I shall say no more!"

There were rankings and prizes, and naturally, there was a corresponding award ceremony. It should have been Long Xiaotian, as the leader of the martial arts alliance, who personally presented the prizes and the dagger specially crafted by the most famous swordsmith in the martial world for each champion. However, for some unknown reason, Long Xiaotian did not step forward. Seeing this, Leng Shuang of the Jade Maiden Sect quickly stepped forward and happily handed the dagger, symbolizing the champion's status, to the exquisitely carved little child.

"Amitabha, as per tradition, the champion may share a few words about their journey in martial arts. I wonder, little friend Lin Zimo..."

Lin Zimo, who understood, took a deep breath and spoke with great emotion, "First, I want to thank my father and mother who have continuously cultivated me since my birth, then thank my teacher who taught me martial arts, my tutor who taught me my studies, and Sister Xiaocao who makes delicious food for me every day. I also want to thank Uncle Yan, Uncle Hua, Uncle Zhou, Sister Yongning, Sister Xu... and our little black dog and Old Wang, the street performer next door... Lastly, if you need me to serve as an image ambassador, that is, as a living sign for shops or sects, you can contact my father privately. I guarantee fair prices and honest dealings~"

The crowd: ...

"Tsk, tsk, they say a tiger father breeds no dog, but in my opinion, your son has surpassed the master."

Hearing the teasing in Hua Jinrong's words, Lin Qingge waved his hand dismissively, "This is just the beginning, Mo'er still has much more to learn!"

Lin Zimo presented the prize he received to his aunt like a treasure. Lin Qingge stroked the little child's head and did not open the brocade box in front of everyone. Instead, under the envious gazes of the crowd, she returned to their lodging. Although Long Xiaotian was unpleasant, he was, fortunately, a man of his word. Lin Qingge opened the brocade box and found it to be the familiar piece of sheepskin.

However, the next morning. Lin Qingge, who had slept soundly and happily, walked out of her room only to receive the news that Master Huichong had died in his room!!!