Emei Mountain, Hall of No Beams.
A man in black robes sat atop the coffin holding the remains of Caiyun.
Beside him were several other figures, also clad in black robes, though their lower status was evident as they crouched on the ground.
Outside the Hall of No Beams, pink pollen diffused through the air, its dissipation a matter of time unknown.
"Although our plan succeeded, I never expected that scoundrel Yan Shouyi to be so powerful. He even killed 'Wei' before escaping!"
As the inheritor of the Pi Ying Xi (Shadow Puppet performance) from the "Si" position, he had collaborated with the "Wei" position Gu-raising master for many years. To say there was no emotion between them would be a lie.
They had previously agreed that if Yan Shouyi could be killed, he should be killed. If not, he was to be contained for three months.
Unexpectedly, during the pursuit of Yan Shouyi, the Gu-raising master was killed by Yan Shouyi himself!
The loss of another general from the Twelve Yuan Chen made the actor Li Genmiao feel immense regret. Thus, Li Genmiao ordered the Pi Ying Xi inheritors to remain on Emei Mountain.
To prevent the "Qing Si Gu" (Love Silk Gu) pollen from dissipating, the Pi Ying Xi inheritor would periodically leave the Hall of No Beams for Xi Xiang Chi (Elephant Washing Pool), discarding several corpses.
Therefore, the claim by Tian Jue'er that the Qing Si Gu would disappear after seven days was actually invalid.
As long as the Pi Ying Xi inheritor remained stationed here, even for three months, Emei Mountain would still be covered by the Qing Si Gu. Should Yan Shouyi and his companions dare to appear, they would inevitably be affected by the Qing Si Gu, and at that time, these Pi Ying Xi inheritors alone would be sufficient to deal with Yan Shouyi and the others!
At this moment, one of the Pi Ying Xi inheritors stood up and said to their leader:
"Boss, I'm going out to pee."
The "Si" position nodded, reminding him, "Remember to throw another corpse into Xi Xiang Chi."
After this Pi Ying Xi inheritor left, the "Si" position patted the coffin beneath him and sneered,
"The girl in this coffin, isn't she that little nun who likes Qi Dongqiang? What a pity, she isn't particularly beautiful. Otherwise, even as a corpse, we brothers could have had some fun!"
His subordinate said, "Qi Dongqiang has really been completely manipulated by us this time. He was used from beginning to end. This is all thanks to your plan, Boss!"
The "Si" position found this flattery quite pleasing.
Initially, Qi Dongqiang merely sought revenge on the Emei Sect.
But after the "Si" position learned of this, he devised a grand conspiracy, with the ultimate target being Yan Shouyi.
The "Si" position presented his idea, which was immediately adopted by Li Genmiao, who also granted the "Si" position the privilege of leading his subordinates.
The other members of the Twelve Yuan Chen were lone individuals, but only the "Si" position had subordinates at his command. These subordinates were also assigned to him by Li Genmiao.
However, the "Si" position still expressed some regret: "The Emei Lotus Grand Array requires three months to close. This means we have to guard this cursed place, completely isolated from the outside world. Sigh... I really want to see how chaotic things are outside!"
As he spoke, the younger subordinate who had gone to urinate suddenly returned.
The "Si" position asked in confusion, "Why are you back so soon? Did you throw the corpse into Xi Xiang Chi?"
The subordinate lowered his head, not answering, and walked directly towards the "Si" position.
As the subordinate drew closer, the "Si" position became vigilant.
Their proximity made the "Si" position sense a feeling of crisis.
"Stop!"
The "Si" position shouted.
The other party no longer feigned innocence. He directly thrust out a black long saber from his loose black robe. The blade was covered in blue patterns.
The long saber pierced the air, leaving a trail of white frost in its wake.
The "Si" position was greatly alarmed, quickly leaping off the coffin and taking cover behind it.
The subordinate's blade could have directly shattered the coffin and ended the "Si" position's life, but he did not do so. He stopped just before the blade could touch the coffin.
The other Pi Ying Xi inheritors also regained their senses, drawing their weapons and surrounding the "rebellious" subordinate.
"What madness possesses you to attack the boss?!" the other subordinates reprimanded.
The "Si" position, still shaken, realized from behind the coffin that the intruder's physique was not right.
He was taller and sturdier than a genuine subordinate, and most importantly, the previous subordinate never wielded a saber.
He is not one of us!
The "Si" position finally understood, pointing at the intruder and shouting, "Who exactly are you?"
He had seen the black saber before; it was Yan Shouyi's saber. However, the saber in the intruder's hand had blue patterns, seeming somewhat different from Yan Shouyi's black saber.
The person apparently had no intention of concealing himself. He tore off his black robe, revealing his true appearance.
Upon seeing this person, the "Si" position's eyes widened, his pupils dilating.
"You... you're Yan Shouyi?! How is this possible!"
The air outside was thick with Qing Si Gu. For Yan Shouyi to return at this time was akin to seeking his own death!
However, the "Si" position soon discovered that Yan Shouyi's complexion was normal, as if he was completely unaffected by the Qing Si Gu!
Yan Shouyi said coldly,
"How could mere Qing Si Gu trap me? However, I originally just intended to scout around. I didn't expect to encounter you culprits! Very well, I shall take this opportunity to eliminate you all and avenge the hundreds of lives lost on Emei Mountain!"
He had long known that the Pi Ying Xi inheritors were the instigators. With Emei Mountain sealed by the Emei Lotus Grand Array, anyone remaining on the mountain could not possibly be one of his own.
It could only be someone from the Twelve Yuan Chen!
The Pi Ying Xi subordinates were unaware of Yan Shouyi's prowess. They attacked in unison, their weapons slashing towards Yan Shouyi's head and neck.
They intended to execute a swift and decisive strike!
Yan Shouyi did not dodge or evade, allowing them to strike him. The "Si" position witnessed this and felt it was not a good sign.
The fact that this fellow had the audacity to withstand the attack indicated he was well-prepared. It is unlikely we are his match!
As expected, the clang of metal striking metal echoed continuously.
The subordinates' weapons struck Yan Shouyi's body, but it was as if they were hitting stone. Not only did they fail to harm Yan Shouyi, but their blades became chipped, sending jolts up their arms, making their hands numb!
"Is that all?"
Yan Shouyi sneered dismissively, then his body trembled.
A wave of chilling energy erupted from his body, instantly freezing all the weapons. These weapons, unable to withstand such cold, shattered on the spot!
The terrifying cold then seeped into the bodies of several Pi Ying Xi subordinates, causing them to shiver and writhe in pain from the invading chill!
With cries of agony, several subordinates collapsed onto the ground, trembling and convulsing.
Yan Shouyi, without even making a genuine move, had rendered several of the "Si" position's subordinates completely incapable of fighting!
The "Si" position watched, his heart filled with dread, not even daring to entertain the thought of escape. The true strength of the Pi Ying Xi inheritors lay in manipulating shadows; their physical combat ability was extremely weak.
Now that he faced Yan Shouyi directly, if Yan Shouyi wanted him dead, he would have no chance of survival!