Joining the Joyful Union Sect, My Life in the Grip of My Senior Sister

Chapter 507: Joyful Union Sect’s Heavenly Grace Branch?

Jun Qingsheng looked at Lin Fengmian, who stood tall and righteous, and felt a slight sense of relief.

Over the years at Heavenly Fiend Hall, this kid has remained as unruly as ever, but he seems to have grown wiser. Not only does he know how to use You Yao to maintain order, but he’s also learned to clean up his own mess. That’s progress.

Jun Qingsheng looked around and said sternly, “I understand what happened. You were all at fault, but fortunately, no major disaster occurred. I will treat you all equally. Each of you will be fined the equivalent of three years’ stipends, and you will spend three days behind closed doors reflecting on your actions. Do you accept this punishment?”

Hearing this, Jun Yunzheng and Ding Bonan felt their hearts sink, but they had no choice but to bow their heads.

“Your son (subject) accepts the punishment!”

Lin Fengmian also reluctantly said, “Your son accepts the punishment.”

The others were filled with envy and resentment. This child had gained the upper hand and was still acting smug.

Ding Bonan and Jun Yunzheng not only suffered a beating but were also genuinely punished with three years’ worth of stipends. Meanwhile, Jun Wuxie, who had caused the chaos and even attacked others, got off lightly.

On the surface it seems fair and impartial, but in reality the scales are heavily tilted. Favoritism, blatant favoritism! Being the youngest son certainly has its perks. Jun Wuxie is definitely not someone to be messed with.

After dealing with Lin Fengmian and the others, Jun Qingsheng stood up and bowed to Shangguan Qiong.

“Fairy Shangguan, I have failed in teaching my son, and he has offended you. I hope you can forgive us.”

Shangguan Qiong stood up quickly and returned the bow. “Your Majesty, you are too kind. This is just a small matter.”

Jun Qingsheng sincerely apologized, “Later, I will send you a small gift as an apology. Please do not refuse.”

Although he wasn’t particularly handsome, his refined demeanor and respect for talent made him quite likable. At least, Shangguan Qiong felt that the King of Heavenly Grace truly lived up to his reputation of being open-minded.

With everyone else too afraid to speak out, and only Ding Bonan as the aggrieved party, the storm was calmed.

Jun Qingsheng looked at the bruised and battered group and waved his hand. “Alright, everyone, go back and reflect on your actions.”

Everyone stood up, bowed, and then walked out in an orderly fashion.

Lin Fengmian, holding Shangguan Qiong and You Yao’s hands, walked out with his head held high like a victorious general.

Watching his arrogant stride, Ding Bonan whispered, “Jun Wuxie, don’t get too carried away!”

Lin Fengmian kindly reminded him, “Cousin, your nose is crooked.”

Ding Bonan touched his nose and realized that it was indeed crooked-thanks to Lin Fengmian’s beating!

Lin Fengmian laughed heartily as he led Shangguan Qiong and the others away, leaving Ding Bonan trembling with anger.

“Big Brother, this kid is getting more and more arrogant. Now he even dares to hit you. If this continues, what will become of us?”

Jun Yunzheng’s eyes turned cold as he clenched his fists, staring at Lin Fengmian’s retreating figure.

This kid… he really can’t be allowed to live.

He patted Ding Bonan’s shoulder and said, “Bonan, don’t be angry. We’ll find another way to teach him a lesson. By the way, I’ll cover your lost scholarship.”

Although tempted, Ding Bonan hesitated. “Big Brother, how can I accept this?”

Jun Yunzheng smiled. “I have the resources of Heavenly Fiend Hall, so I don’t need that much. But you can’t fall behind in your cultivation. Of all our brothers, you’re the closest to me. If I don’t help you, who will?”

Ding Bonan was moved to tears. “Big Brother, you are so good to me!”

Jun Yunzheng chuckled. “Between brothers, there is no need for such formalities.”

On the other side, as soon as they left the palace, You Yao put on her cloak and refused to enter the carriage.

Lin Fengmian didn’t force her. He pulled Shangguan Qiong into the carriage and ordered, “Elder Ming, take us home.”

Elder Ming acknowledged the order and drove the carriage without another word.

Inside the carriage, Lin Fengmian was deep in thought.

His actions tonight were partly due to his frustration over Luo Xue’s disappearance, but more importantly, he wanted to test whether the mysterious old man truly had absolute control and gauge Jun Qingsheng’s bottom line regarding him.

Now, Lin Fengmian had reached a conclusion: as long as his face remained useful, no one in Heavenly Grace would dare touch him.

With this, as long as I don’t expose myself, I can do whatever I want in Heavenly Grace!

Shangguan Qiong activated the soundproofing array in the carriage and frowned. “Lin Fengmian, do you realize what you have done?”

For her, Lin Fengmian maintaining his identity as the prince was enough. Jun Yunzheng was not an enemy to be provoked lightly.

Now that they had offended Jun Yunzheng, once he became the Heavenly Grace King, Lin Fengmian and the Joyful Union Sect would be in trouble.

Lin Fengmian knew what she was worried about and calmly said, “The conflict between Jun Wuxie and Jun Yunzheng can’t be resolved. Even if I bow my head, he won’t necessarily treat me well.”

He smiled slightly. “Rather than kowtow, I’d rather kill him and take the throne myself. Wouldn’t that be better?”

Shangguan Qiong was stunned and looked at him in disbelief. “Are you crazy? With Jun Wuxie’s current power and strength, how can you compete with Jun Yunzheng for the throne?”

Lin Fengmian’s lips curled into a smirk. “Jun Wuxie can’t, but I’m not Jun Wuxie!”

He pulled Shangguan Qiong closer and whispered seductively, “Sect Master, if I become the Heavenly Grace King, wouldn’t the Joyful Union Sect become the state’s sect?”

Of course, this was a lie. He had no interest in being the Heavenly Grace King. He only wanted to be the man behind Empress Fengyao.

Shangguan Qiong, however, believed him and felt as though she had truly led the Joyful Union Sect and herself into the lion’s den.

But even if she brought back the real Jun Wuxie now, it would still be too late. That guy had already been crippled by the madman in front of her. There was no going back.

She warned, “Don’t drag the Joyful Union Sect down with you! I took this huge risk not to have the sect destroyed because of you,” 

Lin Fengmian, well-versed in the art of giving the carrot after the stick, seriously offered her a plan.

“Sect master, we’re in this together. As long as I don’t fall, no one will dare to touch the Joyful Union Sect. You can now use my influence to boldly expand the sect’s territory. You can even establish a Heavenly Grace branch of the Joyful Union Sect and spread our secular businesses throughout the kingdom,” 

Shangguan Qiong couldn’t help but feel tempted.

This way, the Joyful Union Sect wouldn’t have to travel all the way to the Eastern Wilderness to recruit disciples.

Lin Fengmian’s lips curved into a faint smile.

With a branch here, I can bring Liu Mei and the others over. There’s still hope.

He leaned over and kissed Shangguan Qiong with a gentle smile.

“Sect Master, the most important thing right now is to pass the assessment. Otherwise, the Jun Wuxie reputation might not last. For the next three days, as your life-giving mentor, I will teach you everything I know and share some genuine wisdom with you. You must strive for perfection.”

Shangguan Qiong, understanding his innuendo, shivered and instinctively moved away from him.

She no longer wanted to live under his control. She was truly afraid.

Was it too late now to remove the Lingering Poison Insect? This guy is way too obsessed with her!

Shangguan Qiong gritted her teeth and said, “I’ll give you Chen Qingyan. Just let me go!”