Ma Rongcheng was shocked. He didn't expect that the person standing at the door talking was actually the fourth elder. He looked at the lady beside him, his eyes revealing a kind of disgust.
"Did you call me here?"
Ma Rongcheng's expression immediately changed towards his wife. Among the eight elders in Tianjian Sect, only the fourth elder had the highest realm and the most powerful cultivation. However, he always had an inexplicable feeling towards Ma Rongcheng's wife.
Therefore, whenever Ma Rongcheng's wife made any move, the four elders would come out to strongly support her. This made Ma Rongcheng always grudge, and he could not find any actual evidence.
This happened again this time, in front of General Ling and Zhou Tian, and it really made Ma Rongcheng lose face.
But his wife said arrogantly: "The fourth elder is the most senior among the eight elders. Except for the sect leader, I am afraid that no one in this Tianjian Sect can match him. His words certainly have weight, and he can speak out and be fair."
If so, I'm afraid I've heard some rumors, but I didn't specifically inform you."
The more he listened, the angrier Ma Rongcheng became. He sat down on the main seat and looked at the Fourth Elder angrily, but still suppressed his anger: "Fourth Elder, if you don't just stay in the Elder's House, why are you here? If you guessed correctly,
If so, you eight elders should still be practicing in seclusion at this moment, so there is no need for you to interfere with such a trivial matter."
Zhou Tian saw the three of them tit-for-tat in an instant, and became very angry and nervous. He turned his head to look at General Ling, and whispered in a low voice: "General Ling, why don't we go out first? At least it's a private matter, and we can wait until they have settled it."
General Ling nodded slightly, and then Zhou Tian raised his hands: "Sect Master Ma, General Ling and I are waiting outside the hall."
After saying that, he was about to turn around and leave with General Ling, but Ma Rongcheng immediately stopped him: "Zhou Tian, General Ling doesn't need to do anything extra."
"General Ling, our Tianjian Sect has the rules of the Tianjian Sect, and no one can break them. Don't pay attention to what my wife and the fourth elder said just now. Although I can't join forces with you, please tell the city lord that once the city of demons
If something happens, I will personally help you and bring my chief disciple with you, how about that?"
General Ling knew that this was the maximum that Ma Rongcheng could achieve. Although they did not join forces, it was like returning without success.
When Ma Rongcheng said this, the fourth elder and his wife immediately lost their prestige. Seeing General Ling about to leave, a low and hoarse voice reached everyone's ears.
"General Ling, if you can save the life of the sect master's son, you can save the life of our entire sect of Tianjian Sect. You must know that the sect master's son will be in the near future, but the master of Tianjian Sect, if you think about it like this, our Tianjian Sect
The sect owes you a huge favor from the City of Demon. In this case, of course we can join forces. The sect master does not want to use his son’s life in exchange and dare not agree. However, general, don’t worry, the eight elders of the Tianjian Sect are all
It’s the same, what I just said is still valid.”
"As long as you can pass the test, the next matter of joining forces can be left to our elders."
The fourth elder laughed as he spoke, with the wrinkles on his face showing. Although he was very old, his tone was not small. It seemed that he clearly did not take Ma Rongcheng seriously.
When Zhou Tian heard this, he remembered that Master had said before that Tianjian Sect has been on a decline in recent years, and there have been many discords within the sect. It turns out that it is true. People who have always brought disaster to the country and people are mostly sentimental. This Ma Rongcheng's wife really is not.
An easy character to deal with.
General Ling was a little overwhelmed by what she said. She didn't know who to listen to for a moment. She looked at Zhou Tian beside her and blinked.
"Sect Master Ma, what is this?"
Seeing this situation, Ma Rongcheng felt very embarrassed. As the saying goes, family scandals should not be made public. These two people were so aggressive that Ma Rongcheng did not want to make a big fight, so he reluctantly agreed.
"Since the fourth elder has said so, I am not a stubborn person, so according to the fourth elder's wishes, as long as General Ling passes the challenge, we, the Tianjian Sect, will immediately sign an alliance treaty with you and form a blood-based alliance."
Although their families didn't get along, this opportunity was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and General Ling was extremely happy.
But Zhou Tian suddenly became worried again, because he knew that General Ling's realm was the Qi Zun realm, but this fourth elder was in the Qi Huang realm, which was much higher than his own. In this way, let alone challenging one person, even if
It might not be possible to challenge the fourth elder. He stepped forward and whispered to General Ling: "General, the elders of Tianjian Sect are all outstanding. I'm afraid you will be in trouble all the way. It's better to think of another way.
It’s better than losing your life.”
Although he had fought for the opportunity, for Zhou Tian, if this was the only way he could agree, it would be better not to agree, which would lead to something unexpected happening to General Ling.
General Ling knew what he was worried about, and actually smiled strangely: "Don't worry, brother Zhou Tian, don't you know there is a ghost market in the City of Mir?"
General Ling said this suddenly, which made Zhou Tian startled. Could it be that General Ling wanted to use something from the ghost market to improve his own strength? But...
Before he could finish speaking, General Ling faced Ma Rongcheng and smiled and said: "Thank you very much, Sect Master Ma, for your righteous rescue. No matter what happens in the end, the City of Mir will also be grateful to Sect Master Ma for his decision today!"
Ma Rongcheng put one hand on his waist and his eyebrows were twisted into a twist, and sighed: "Oh, General Ling, the eight elders, the cultivation level of each elder is probably higher than yours. If you can't hold on, please give up.
, I don’t want to see my son’s savior die on the territory of my Tianjian Sect. This will make me how to face Qi cultivators, and how to face my son!”
General Ling clasped his fists and responded expressionlessly: "Sect Master, please rest assured. Since I have chosen to challenge, I have prepared for the worst. Please rest assured, Sect Master."
When the fourth elder heard what General Ling said, he smiled strangely and gloomily: "General Ling is so courageous. In this case, why not start right away while it is still noon."
After hearing this, Ma Rongcheng quickly stopped him: "Wait a minute, I am also a distinguished guest, and I haven't finished talking to Zhou Tian yet, why are I in such a hurry! Is it your eight elders who have the final say in Tianjian Sect, or me, Tianjian?"
The master of the sect has the final say! Get back, as for when to start, how to start, and where to start, I will announce it in front of all the disciples of the Tianjian Sect later, and you don’t need to make the decision without permission!"
Ma Rongcheng couldn't bear it anymore, and his whole body was shaking with anger. When the fourth elder took a look, he quickly took a half step back, cupped his hands, and said softly and hypocritically: "Since the sect leader has his own arrangements, then I'll leave!"
After that, he turned around and left. Before leaving, he didn't forget to glance at Ma Rongcheng's wife, which made the hair on Ma Rongcheng's body stand on end, wishing to end this fourth elder.
Not long after, only Zhou Tian and Ma Rongcheng were left in the main hall. Ma Rongcheng patted Zhou Tian on the shoulder without hesitation: "Did you see that? Although our Tianjian Sect is the second largest sect in the world,
There are far more things happening in the sect than in other sects. Just take what happened just now. You can see clearly that Tianjian Sect is not the one who has the final say. Those elders are showing off their power over my head every day.
Especially the fourth elder, relying on the fact that he once saved my wife’s life, has been domineering in the Tianjian Sect for many years, and... forget it, let’s not talk about this kind of thing!”
Zhou Tian listened to his complaint and asked curiously: "What does it mean to save your wife's life?"
Ma Rongcheng wiped his face, then opened his eyes and said: "Years ago, when my wife was found to be from Haotian Pavilion, I was not in the Tianjian Sect. It was the fourth elder who stepped forward to help her out. Otherwise, it would have been so difficult."
I am afraid that my wife is dead, as well as the child in her womb, so for so many years, I have not said anything to the fourth elder, hoping that he will not push his limits, but he has repeatedly indulged to this extent. I really don’t know if it is me.
His sins are still a disaster that the Tianjian Sect cannot escape."
After Zhou Tian heard this, he also had a sad face. Faced with this kind of thing, anyone would be sad, let alone the leader of the Tianjian Sect. Every family has difficult scriptures to recite. Even if you try to persuade them, you can't go too deep.
I had no choice but to remain silent.
Zhou Tian watched Ma Rongcheng muttering in front of him for a long time, and his ears were very tired from listening. Thinking of the scene of getting along with Youyou, he thought that he was really happy in comparison.
After about half an hour, Ma Rongcheng finally calmed down. He raised his eyebrows and asked: "Sect Leader Ma, is that great elder really powerful in different cultivation realms? What about General Ling?"
Ma Rongcheng's face was ugly, and he shook his head and looked at the ground for a long time: "To tell you the truth, General Ling is my son's savior. He helps her and even helps the city of demons. Of course I am always happy to do it, but they imprisoned the ancestor of Haotian.
My dear brother, this is..."
When Zhou Tian heard this, his eyes immediately became sharp and his eyes suddenly changed: "Sect Master Ma, what about his biological brother? Are you still afraid that his ancestor Haotian will be angry with your Tianjian Sect? Your Tianjian Sect is going to
If we start a war with Haotian Pavilion, why don’t we help the City of Demon?"
Zhou Tian heard what Ma Rongcheng really meant. It turned out that he was afraid of being blamed by Patriarch Haotian, so why did he start a war with Haotian Pavilion? Isn't this a contradiction?
Seeing Zhou Tian's extremely angry expression, Ma Rongcheng immediately became friendly and said softly: "Brother Zhou Tian, in this land of Xihuan, the Haotian Pavilion family was originally the dominant one. Our Tianjian Sect fought against them. During the year,
No less than ten times, although you saw that our Tianjian Sect has hundreds of disciples, they are all strong from outside but inside. This war with Haotian Pavilion is just in name only, not with real swords and guns. Besides, this time Old Haotian
Ancestor returned to Xihuan to rescue his biological brother. The main purpose was to protect their city. If I help them, make a blood alliance, and let Ancestor Haotian know, the consequences will be disastrous. With my own strength,
It may be difficult to support the safety of the entire sect!"
"You have to think about me too!"
After Zhou Tian heard this, he suddenly realized that it turned out that the war between Haotian Pavilion and Tianjian Sect was fake, and that it was true that the spearhead was directed at the City of Demon. The rumors from the outside world were just that Haotian Pavilion was trying to deceive others, and this kind of despicable strategy was not what Haotian was doing.
The pavilion can figure it out, but Ma Rongcheng's words today show that he has seen the true intention of Haotian pavilion. How can he be called the second sect in the world if he is so greedy for life and afraid of death?
Thinking of this, Zhou Tian was very upset and wanted to leave immediately. However, General Ling had already agreed to the challenge. However, under his own instigation, Zhou Tian fell into a dilemma for a while.
"Sect Master Ma, you are the sect leader of the second largest sect in the world. How could you think so? The Xiuqi Continent has been completely destroyed by Ancestor Haotian. If you don't stand up now, who else will dare? Is it possible for our academy alone?
Power? This is a bit too childish."
"Besides, the city of Ban is also the sect of Xihuan. You also said that you are seeking benefits for Qi cultivators, and you are setting an example for the Qi Cultivating Continent. Is this what you are doing?"
Zhou Tian said everything that should be said and shouldn't be said in one breath. Although he didn't know whether it was right or not, this was what he was thinking at this moment, and he would not be happy if he did not say it.
After hearing this, Ma Rongcheng's face became even uglier. He wanted to talk back many times, but there was no reason. A few years ago, he was as strong and resolute as Zhou Tian, but times have changed, and he also has to fight for his disciples and the sect.
consider.
He slowly sat back on the main seat, supported his chin with one hand, lowered his head and meditated, looking at the longevity tablets behind him with his peripheral vision, thinking to himself: Did I do something wrong? Did I really make the world famous by doing this?
shame?
"Sect Master Ma, we Qi cultivators live in this world and do not want any conflicts. However, Haotian Pavilion insists on disturbing the peace of the Qi Cultivation Continent. As the leader of Tianjian Sect, shouldn't you do something?"
Zhou Tian still tried hard to persuade him, but Ma Rongcheng remained motionless. He knew in his heart that even if Zhou Tian could be prevaricated, how could he explain it to everyone in the Xiuqi Continent? The battle between the City of Demons and Haotian Pavilion was inevitable, and he
He also sent people to the City of Demon many times to persuade the city lord to release Patriarch Haotian's brother, but the city lord just couldn't agree, saying that he could use Patriarch Haotian's brother to threaten Patriarch Haotian and not dare to do anything to Xihuan.
Despicable thoughts.
But he knows very well in his heart that Patriarch Haotian is not that kind of cowardly person. It has been just that the time has not come for so many years. This time, Patriarch Haotian must be full of confidence to openly start a war. If the Tianjian Sect intervenes, the consequences...
…
Halfway through the thought, Zhou Tian's voice became louder and louder: "Sect Master Ma, in this case, I will also participate in the challenge launched by Tianjian Sect. I will challenge together with General Ling. He can challenge four of them. And I! Challenge you.
The eight elders of Tianjian Sect!"
Zhou Tian's behavior shocked Ma Rongcheng. He immediately came to his senses, stood up and asked in disbelief: "You, what did you say? Challenge me, the eighth elder of Tianjian Sect? I have never been so confident.
?Where do you get your confidence?"
Seeing Ma Rongcheng's shock, Zhou Tian raised the corner of his mouth slightly: "Sect Master Ma, you have never been confident, which does not represent me. You have never dared, and it does not represent me. They say that your Tianjian Sect is the second largest sect in the world, but you are so timid.
If you are afraid of trouble, then I will see if you are as powerful as the world says!"
After saying that, he turned around and was about to leave. Ma Rongcheng looked at Zhou Tian's back, narrowed his eyes coldly, and said slowly and in a low voice: "Challenging the four is a demonstration to seize power, but challenging the eight?
From ancient times to the present, there is only one person in Tianjian Sect who can do it, and that is my master. Since little brother Zhou Tian wants to imitate my master, you must beat me first!"
The words fell and the sword rose. Ma Rongcheng was afraid of hurting Zhou Tian, so he used the long sword with the scabbard to attack Zhou Tian.