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It was hard to admit that a group of 'bandits' had blocked the entrance to their own home. Anyone in such a situation would likely feel unhappy, especially the Elders of Yuxu Palace, who had long considered it their home. It was only natural for them to feel anger and concern at the arrival of the Heavenly Dragon Gate Protector. However, as Ye Huan had previously shown Elder Sun, most of the experts within Yuxu Palace were simply not strong enough to contend with Song Zhong, one of the Ten Protectors of the Heavenly Dragon Sect. If they stayed inside Yuxu Palace, they might rely on some mechanisms and formations to hold out for a while, but to rashly charge out would be akin to courting death.
"Enough. Since we have promised Ye Huan that we will follow his orders during this time, let us do as he says and avoid any unnecessary complications."
With a frustrated wave of his hand, Elder Sun turned and walked towards where Yu Wuxia was located, leaving a group of Yuxu Palace Elders exchanging glances. At the same time, Jin Ling returned to the remaining eight Guardians of the Heavenly Dragon Sect and slowly spoke the words she had prepared in advance, addressing Song Zhong: "Song Zhong, Mighty Bull is right; Ghost Blade has indeed been killed by Ye Huan. Moreover, I have discovered an important piece of information."
"Oh? An important piece of information? Please share it with us..."
Song Zhong could hardly have imagined that there would be a traitor among the Ten Protectors of the Heavenly Dragon Sect. Upon hearing Jin Ling's hint, he immediately became interested, his ears perked up as if afraid of missing any crucial news. After all, as the commander of this assault on Yuxu Palace, losing one Heavenly Dragon Gate Protector was already difficult enough to explain to Gu Long. If there were further losses, even if he managed to conquer Yuxu Palace, Gu Long would not let Song Zhong off easily; he could not afford to be careless.
"It’s like this: when I arrived at Yuxu Palace, I tried to persuade Ye Huan to defect from the Heavenly Dragon Sect, but he absolutely refused. However, after some conversation at the peak of Yuxu Peak, I learned from Ye Huan that he possesses strength capable of rivaling that of our leader!"
Without blinking an eye, Jin Ling told a colossal lie as she began to delay the Heavenly Dragon Gate Protector's assault on Yuxu Palace according to her agreement with Ye Huan. Fortunately for her, everyone had witnessed her conversation with Ye Huan at Yuxu Peak, so none of the Heavenly Dragon Gate Protectors suspected her; instead, they collectively displayed a hint of fear on their faces.
Strength capable of rivaling Gu Long...
Others might not know just how powerful Gu Long truly was, but every Heavenly Dragon Gate Protector had a certain understanding of his strength—especially when he wielded the Azure Dragon Crescent Blade. His power became even more formidable then; killing any one of the Heavenly Dragon Gate Protectors would likely be as easy as drinking water. Hearing now that Ye Huan possessed such strength made nearly all Guardians of the Heavenly Dragon Sect reconsider their resolve. Only one person felt differently: Song Zhong, the commander from their side!
Having come to Yuxu Palace without achieving anything and instead losing a key general, Song Zhong could not possibly lead everyone away so easily. Thus, after hearing Jin Ling's words, he furrowed his brow and remained silent for a while before asking Jin Ling: "Jin Ling, is what you said true?"
"Of course! Do you think I would joke about something like this?"
A hint of vigilance arose in response to Song Zhong's doubts, yet Jin Ling showed no signs of weakness on her face. Instead, she regarded Song Zhong with a look filled with disdain, her gaze sweeping over him as she responded.
Noticing the emotions reflected in Jin Ling's eyes up close, Song Zhong quickly realized that his earlier tone had been filled with skepticism. This made him chuckle awkwardly as he explained to Jin Ling, "Don't get me wrong; it's not that I don't believe what you're saying. It's just that this matter concerns our success or failure in attacking Yuxu Palace, and I can't afford to be careless. By the way, Jin Ling, since you just came from Yuxu Palace, why don't you share your thoughts..."
"What thoughts could I possibly have? To be honest with you, I don't believe we can take Yuxu Palace. Rather than wasting time here, it would be better for us to return to Heavenly Dragon Sect while we still can. Otherwise, once the battle starts, we might not even be able to leave."
Jin Ling shot Song Zhong an irritated glance. Her tone revealed a cold indifference towards him, but the more she acted this way, the more the others believed her words must hold some truth. They furtively cast glances at Song Zhong as if waiting for him to make a decision. In an instant, Song Zhong became the focal point of the crowd.
'With Ghost Blade dead and Yuxu Palace suffering no damage, if we return to Heavenly Dragon Sect like this, won't I be the one in trouble? No way; I absolutely cannot go back now.'
Fully aware that leading the Guardians of Heavenly Dragon Sect back would surely lead to dire consequences for him, Song Zhong's mind raced as he quickly devised a countermeasure. Instead of following Jin Ling's suggestion to retreat from Yuxu Palace, he boldly stated to her, "Actually, we don't have to leave right now..."
"Oh?"
Jin Ling stared at Song Zhong in surprise, sensing that the situation was developing in a direction she had never anticipated. She felt a cold sweat forming in her palms and asked him, "So what do you mean...?"
"My meaning is simple. If we just walk away now, Heavenly Dragon Sect will definitely be ridiculed by the various sects of Eastern State. It would be better for us to stay here for a while and send someone to invite the sect leader over so he can make the final decision."
A slight smile appeared on Song Zhong's face as he reveled in his clever strategy. With Gu Long's arrival, Gu Long would understand the severity of Yuxu Palace through Jin Ling's judgment and would not blame Ghost Blade's death on him. However, unbeknownst to Song Zhong at that moment, upon hearing his words, Jin Ling had already sentenced him to death in her heart.
'Damn it, Song Zhong! If Gu Long really comes, what will happen to my deal with Ye Huan?'
Jin Ling felt a deep resentment towards Song Zhong that made her teeth itch. Yet at this moment, she couldn't show even a hint of dissatisfaction on her face for fear of raising his suspicions.
After hesitating for a moment, knowing that once Gu Long arrived, her previous plans would be completely ruined, Jin Ling tried to stop Song Zhong. She turned to him and said, "Song Zhong, there's something I’m not sure if I should say..."
"Hey, what’s our relationship? Go ahead, I’m listening!"
Excited by her earlier thoughts, Song Zhong didn’t notice that Jin Ling's tone was somewhat unusual. Even the remaining Heavenly Dragon Gate Protectors perked up their ears, eager to hear what Jin Ling was about to say...
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