MTLNOVEL Chapter 12: Luring the Snake Out of Its Hole!
In the torrential rain, outside the General Mansion, suddenly not a single drop of rain touched the ground.
It seemed as if an invisible force had wiped it away, the bluestone ground became dry and clean in an instant.
It appeared calm, yet the guards outside the General Mansion sensed a subtle shift in the atmosphere between the three generals and an unfamiliar young sword cultivator.
The tension was not quite at the point of confrontation.
But as they noticed the smile vanish from the young sword cultivator's face, they immediately felt a tightening in their chests, as if something significant was about to happen.
Instantly, all the nearby soldiers unconsciously gripped their weapons tightly, staring intently at the four individuals with grave expressions.
Even ordinary soldiers felt this way, let alone Lou Yuchun and Shan Yanchang, who had already sensed the coldness beneath Chen Yi's calm demeanor.
Recalling Chen Yi's past military achievements, Lou Yuchun instinctively stood to his side, casting knowing glances at Bian Wenbo and even using sound transmission to remind him to watch his words.
He truly feared that Chen Yi might act here, which would be difficult for everyone to handle properly.
At the same time, he wondered what was wrong with Bian Wenbo today, who usually acted carefree and unbothered, but now suddenly stood up for Wuliang Mountain and Yuhua Immortal Sect?
Alas, truly, ignorance makes one fearless.
If it were him, he absolutely wouldn't dare provoke Chen Yi at such a close distance, fearing Chen Yi might send him to his death with a single sword strike in a disagreement.
The same was true for Shan Yanchang.
He directly blocked in front of Bian Wenbo, advising him not to speak further, while cupping his hands in respect to Chen Yi:
"Brother Bian has been quite offensive in his remarks, I hope the young friend can forgive him."
Chen Yi ignored their interdiction, his gaze fixed on Bian Wenbo, quietly awaiting his next words.
This serpent had learned to press him with righteousness, showing it must have spent considerable time among the human race.
Apart from the previously discovered medical soldier and the current Bian Wenbo, Lu Chen likely had other human soldiers in the shadows, otherwise, he couldn't have spoken so eloquently and been so well-versed in human rhetoric.
As for Lu Chen's motives, Chen Yi surmised two possibilities.
First, was to anger him, making him strike within White Emperor City, then join forces with Lou Yuchun, Shan Yanchang, and the city's soldiers to capture him.
Even if the opportunity arose, perhaps this serpent wanted to kill him.
Second, was because he previously caused chaos within the Demon Court, provoking the serpent, which just wanted to take the chance to cause him trouble.
Comparing the two, Chen Yi leaned more towards the first — Lu Chen's heart was indeed insidiously venomous!
Meanwhile, Bian Wenbo, still smiling, looked at the two before him, patted Shan Yanchang, and said:
"General Lou, General Shan, I am well aware of my actions, you needn't be so tense."
Saying this, he looked at Chen Yi and slightly bowed, saying, "I only thought of the many innocent casualties at Wuliang Mountain, Yuhua Immortal Sect, and the Buddhist sect, and couldn't help but speak out of turn, I hope the young friend doesn't take it to heart."
"Upon reflection, it was indeed carelessness on my part, the matter between Wuliang Mountain and the young friend is personal, even General Lou and the young friend have reconciled, as an outsider, I truly should not say more."
Upon hearing this, Lou Yuchun's face slightly changed, and he could only think of cursing.
I'm thinking for your sake, yet you dare to sow discord right in front of me?
But that wasn't all.
Bian Wenbo continued, "As for Yuhua Immortal Sect, even the elders didn't punish the young friend, they must indeed have some dealings with the Demon Court, a sect holy land such as this, though beneficial for our human race, still needs to be controlled."
"The Buddhist sect is the same, those monks are too aggressive, having exceeded both our Dao and Confucian traditions, it's only right for them to suffer this calamity."
After saying this.
Not only did Lou Yuchun's expression turn peculiar, Shan Yanchang couldn't help but look at him in surprise.
He thought Bian Wenbo was apologizing at first, but upon hearing the latter three sentences, it seemed increasingly off.
The second sentence sowed discord between Chen Yi and Lou Yuchun.
The third implied that Chen Yi massacred the Yuhua Immortal Sect, exceeding his mandate to serve the human race, acting too domineeringly.
The final sentence was even harsher, directly pointing out that the Buddhist sect's current state was due to the joint action of the Confucian and Dao traditions.
This, this...
With thoughts spinning rapidly, Shan Yanchang suddenly shouted angrily, "Bian Wenbo, have you drunk too much today?"
At the same time, he used sound transmission to urge Lou Yuchun to keep Chen Yi in check.
It is important to note that the Taizhou Mountain Human Clan is not like the Tianyuan Continent; here, all rules are set by a few elders, outside repelling the Demon Court, no one from the human race may act privately, or let any casualties occur.
And if two divine power realm great powers were to truly clash in White Emperor City, it could very likely lead to a chaotic uproar affecting the innocent.
Even if they themselves were hurt, it would provoke the wrath of the elders.
At that time, no one would come out unscathed!
However, events turned out differently than what he and Lou Yuchun had expected.
After hearing Bian Wenbo's words, a slight smile unexpectedly appeared on Chen Yi's face, not only showing no signs of rage but even retracting the divine will power he had previously released, cheerfully saying:
"General Bian is truly righteous and cares deeply for our human race, I admire that."
"I will remember the words of General Bian and guarantee not to act as I did on the Tianyuan Continent and will follow the rules of the Taizhou Mountain Battlefield."
Upon hearing this, Lou Yuchun's tension broke into a pause, looking at him with a hint of surprise.
Is this still the 'Little Sword Immortal' Chen Yi he knew, since when did he become so agreeable?
Could it be that after coming to the Taizhou Mountain Battlefield, he has changed his ways?