The Taoist said that he wanted to regret the marriage!
Chapter 58 You Cover Up For Li 37!
Li Zhoumian smiled and said: "Of course, the great elder's mysterious Taoism that day is unforgettable."
As Li Zhoumian's voice fell, the originally chaotic voice in the venue gradually quieted down, and everyone smelled something unusual, and each of them waited and watched suspiciously.
What method?What dumb fans are they playing?
The little prince who was still standing there twitched his eyelids and sensed something was wrong.He looked around from the corner of his eye, saw that no one was paying attention to him, and finally sat back to his original position in silence without saying a word.
Li Zhoumian was tall and straight, with a smile on his face, appearing gentle and polite, as if he was only talking about an ordinary thing, his tone was neither urgent nor slow, and everyone could hear it clearly.Everyone's eyes wandered between him and the First Elder, and finally quietly fell on Lin Xunzhou who looked as usual.
Lin Xunzhou raised his eyes lightly, as if he didn't intend to interrupt.
The Great Elder narrowed his eyes for a moment, then smiled again "hehe" and said, "Your Majesty is joking."
The atmosphere in the hall was a bit strange, and most people put down their chopsticks silently.Someone secretly looked at Li Erba next to Li Zhoumian with puzzled eyes, and Li Erba replied with a blank face: I don't know anything!
Li Tianmian, who was the focus of attention, did not change his smile: "Are you joking? You should understand, Great Elder. That day..."
"Hey, why is the atmosphere so serious all of a sudden." Suddenly a clear voice sounded, interrupting what Li Zhoumian was about to say.
Everyone turned their heads one after another, and Li Zhoumian also raised his eyebrows to look, only to see that the source of the voice was Yunqiu.She blinked, her eyes fell on Li Zhoumian, and said in a warm voice: "After drinking for three rounds, it's time for excitement. If your son has something to discuss with the elder, it's better to discuss it in detail later."
While Yunqiu was talking, a trace of worry flashed in his eyes.
Although she usually does things in a hurry and carelessly, it does not mean that her senses are not sensitive.As soon as Li Zhoumian opened her mouth, she felt that the atmosphere was not right.Yunqiu frowned indistinctly, thinking that if you have something to tell the suzerain in private, it's not good to make a big fuss if we're all one family.
Finally someone has spoken!Everyone at the scene was about to breathe a sigh of relief and echo Yun Qiu's words, "Yes, yes, you are right. It's rare to have a lively time. If there is something, it's better to talk about it after the banquet." Although there are not many people, but you are all trustworthy people, why don't you take this opportunity to explain the matter clearly. I just want to know, what kind of grievances do you have with the Great Elder, and you want to kill me and then hurry up?"
There was a sudden silence in the field, a dead silence.Everyone's heart was shaken, and they didn't realize the meaning of Li Zhoumian's words for a while, and Yun Qiu, who had a brisk tone just now, was also startled, and his face changed slightly.
Did Li Zhoumian say that the Great Elder wanted to kill him?King Yan's son publicly identified an elder?This matter involves a lot, and it is not a trivial matter. I am afraid it cannot be done well.The people who came to the banquet did not expect such a thing to happen, they were shocked and did not know how to react.
The little prince's expression suddenly changed, he clenched the wine glass tightly in his hand, lowered his head and took a sip, suppressing the surprise in his eyes.Compared with him, the first elder who was directly questioned by Li Tianmian had a flash of surprise on his face, and soon returned to his normal expression: "Why did your son say that?"
"That's right, this is a big matter, my son, don't speak nonsense." Immediately, the peak master of Ming Zong stood up, frowned, and said, "The Great Elder has high virtue and prestige, and he is the pillar of the world of cultivation. How can we allow you to slander it at will."
The Great Elder is quite senior in Mingzong, and many people respect him very much.If Lin Xunzhou hadn't started to rectify and balance the factions of the sect a few years ago, the Great Elder's influence in Mingzong would have been even stronger at this time.
This peak master is the one who has a close relationship with the Great Elder on weekdays, and he was the first to speak out at this moment, and everyone nodded secretly after hearing this.
What Li Zhoumian said was too shocking.The Great Elder is the one with the longest lifespan in the world today, and has always had a good reputation. He has no grievances with Yan Wangfu in the past and has no enmity in the present. He has never heard of any conflicts.Suddenly being questioned by the teacher, everyone subconsciously refused to believe it.
But the people present at this moment are not only the members of Mingzong.Prince Yan's mansion also had a few cronies accompanying him, so he was naturally dissatisfied when he heard someone questioning his eldest son.Li Erba glanced at Li Zhoumian, seeing that he had no intention of stopping him, he got up and said in a deep voice, "Peak Master's words are wrong, and the prince never speaks casually if there is no evidence. I know, why rush to refute?"
"This matter is too ridiculous..." The peak owner was a little displeased, and suddenly saw Lin Xunzhou raised his hand slightly, stopped talking abruptly, saluted Lin Xunzhou, sat back to his original position, and closed his mouth with a cold face No words.
In the main hall, there was a happy and peaceful atmosphere just now, but now it has become serious, and there is still a faint trace of tension.Li Zhoumian had no intention of retreating, his eyebrows and eyes were calm, although he was speechless, he had a kind of aura of arrogance.He glanced at everyone, and for a while, no one dared to stand up and refute.
And the Great Elder's eyes were so deep that it was hard to see what was going on in his heart.
Seeing the stalemate in the atmosphere, Lin Xunzhou finally said calmly, "Your Majesty suddenly asks the teacher about his crimes, but his words are vague. How can it be convincing. The Great Elder is a highly respected senior of my Zongzhi. You must be careful when you speak."
Lin Xunzhou's tone was cold, not in a hurry, the peak leader who supported the elder just now nodded slightly, and looked at Li Zhoumian not to be outdone.
Sect Master Lin finally spoke, and his words were obviously biased towards his elders... What would Li Shizi say?These two people really have some grievances, will things get bigger?What happened to the Great Elder and Li Shizi?All the people present were no longer in the mood for a feast, and each was full of worries, and began to secretly guess the direction of the matter.
Li Yinfeng, who shrank by the side for a long time and didn't dare to speak, heard that Lin Xunzhou seemed to be dissatisfied with Li Zhoumian, and his face looked a little better.Seeing that no one was making a sound, he summoned up his courage and interjected: "Yes, at this time, my cousin can't harm the friendship between my royal family and Mingzong because of some personal grievances, regardless of the general situation..."
In his words, he alluded to Li Zhoumian's slander because of personal grievances, and by the way, he contrasted his overall interests.But before he finished speaking, Li Zhoumian glanced over coldly, Li Yinfeng's heart skipped a beat, and he didn't dare to continue.He didn't react until Li Zhoumian looked away, feeling annoyed in his heart.
Li Zhoumian looked around, and finally looked at Lin Xunzhou, their eyes met.Li Zhoumian was silent for a long while, then suddenly smiled coldly: "Sect Master Lin is trying to protect his family? The Ming Sect is powerful, and he wants to use power to suppress others. Can't you conceal the truth?"
Li Zhoumian's words were not very polite, and everyone present felt nervous when they heard it.The relationship between Lin Zongzhu and Li Shizi was known to everyone for a long time, but it was the first time that the two had such a direct conflict.The two also represent the interests of the sect's royal family behind their backs. Today's matter may be more involved than expected.
It's a pity that the two were still unmarried Taoist couples with a marriage contract back then, who would have thought that there would be a tit-for-tat confrontation today... Everyone sighed inwardly.
Lin Xunzhou frowned slightly: "If what the son said is true, my Mingzong has its own laws and regulations."
"Since the suzerain said so, I think he will enforce the law impartially. Then I will say it straight." Li Zhoumian raised his eyebrows, "Just a few days ago, the great elder took advantage of my unpreparedness and carried out a sneak attack, and was finally injured by me. When I reached the left arm, I hurried away. This is what happened just now, the Great Elder will not forget it, right?"
The Great Elder who had been silent for a long time finally picked up his teacup, took a sip, and sighed: "I've been in Mingzong for the past few days, so how could there be a sneak attack? If you are dissatisfied with Mingzong, just say it, why make something out of nothing? Perhaps the son just admitted the wrong person."
"That's right. Could it be that the person who made the sneak attack would still reveal his identity? How can the prince determine that it was done by the elder of my sect? Is it just based on your family's words?" The peak master just echoed in a low voice.
Li Zhoumian was not angry when he heard this, but raised his eyebrows and smiled: "Create something out of nothing? Dare the Great Elder to confront me?"
The Great Elder frowned and said, "How do you want to confront him?"
Li Zhoumian said in a deep voice: "The wounds of those injured by my arrows are unique, and they cannot heal quickly. I injured the left arm of the person who sneaked up on me that day. According to the time, it should not heal today. That's one of the proofs."
Li Zhoumian's tone was firm, and it sounded like he had a plan in mind.The onlookers who were slightly inclined towards the Great Elder just now became suspicious again, and looked at the Great Elder one after another to see how he would respond.
The Great Elder remained silent again, and after a while he sneered and said, "Your Majesty believes that the old man is the murderer? Is it necessary for the old man to take off his clothes in public to prove his innocence? It's really humiliating! Could it be that the Majesty is so aggressive just based on suspicion? "
The Great Elder's expression was not good, and his tone was slightly angry.
Li Zhoumian remained expressionless: "The Great Elder was joking, the injury is on his left arm, why bother to take off his clothes."
"The prince is eloquent, but the old man is willing to bow down." The elder stared at Li Zhoumian, "Then I also have something, I want to ask Li Shizi."
Li Zhoumian's heart moved, and he said lightly: "Is the Great Elder deliberately avoiding talking about the sneak attack?"
"It's not that I'm avoiding talking about it, it's that my son's heart can be punished." The Great Elder put the teacup heavily on the table and smashed it with a crisp sound. Everyone was startled, and the surroundings became more and more quiet.
The Great Elder suddenly stood up, bowed to Lin Xunzhou, and said loudly: "The suzerain bears witness, today I want to ask Li Shizi, why did you collude with the demons?"
As soon as these words came out, the audience was in an uproar.
Everyone's countenance changed, and Yun Qiu, who was more irritable, almost got up and blurted out "What did you say", but before her, the people of Yan Palace couldn't bear it.Li Erba sternly said, "Don't spout blood!"
Li Zhoumian also frowned slightly.
If there is any word that is taboo in the entire cultivation world, it must be "demon race".People who colluded with the demons can be said to be beaten by everyone, which is disgusting.
Li Tianmian's questioning of the Great Elder just now can be said to be a personal grievance in the cultivation world, but once the matter involves the demons...
Lin Xunzhou got up, his eyes were slightly cold: "Collusion with the demons? Does the Great Elder have evidence?"
The Great Elder sneered: "This old man is collecting evidence, but because of Li Shizi's power, he planned to wait until he was fully prepared before exposing his conspiracy. It is a pity that Li Shizi is aggressive today, and this old man suspects that he sensed something wrong and planned to be a villain." Sue first, use the so-called sneak attack to smear the reputation of the old man, so as to cover up his conspiracy."
"So you don't have any evidence, just relying on your mouth to talk nonsense?" Li Erba's seven orifices smoked.
"Li Shizi said that I want to kill him, isn't that also nonsense?" The elder snorted coldly, "I don't have any evidence, I wonder if Li Shizi still remembers Nanyan Building in Yunzhou?"
South smoke house?Li Zhoumian's heart sank, he glanced at Lin Xunzhou from the corner of his eye, and found that he also frowned.
"I know about Nanyan Building." Li Zhoumian thought for a while, "Why, the Great Elder has also been there?"
The Great Elder stroked his beard and said, "Your Majesty Li, you don't need to provoke me. It was a coincidence that I traced the traces of the demons, and traced them all the way to Nanyan Building, but I accidentally discovered that Li Shizi conspired with the demons here. I know that this matter is of great importance, so I dare not say it easily, I only investigate secretly. I didn't expect Li Shizi to take the lead in making troubles, so I had no choice but to tell this matter in advance."
"You..." Li Erba wanted to curse as soon as he slapped the table, but Li Zhoumian gave him a look to signal him not to speak.Li Erbayi gritted his teeth, shut his mouth sullenly and took a step back, his eyes still fixed on the First Elder.
Li Zhoumian said in a deep voice: "I did go to the Nanyan Tower, but it was just to track down the traces of evil cultivators, not 'conspiring with the demons' as the elder said. Could it be considered collusion with the demons if I went to the Nanyan Tower? What the Great Elder said is really ridiculous."
The Great Elder snorted, and said: "We are not at peace with the demons, and we will never die when we meet, but Li Shizi can come and go freely in Nanyan Tower, enter the demon's nest and retreat completely, which makes people puzzled."
Hearing this, everyone was slightly dazed, feeling that the development of today's events has exceeded their imagination.What the Great Elder said seems to be reasonable, but... colluding with the demons is not a small crime!Everyone showed surprise and different thoughts, they looked at Li Zhoumian, waiting for his answer.
The peak master who had just supported the Great Elder also changed his face several times, and finally looked at Li Zhoumian: "The Great Elder said something reasonable. If Nanyan Tower is really controlled by the demons, then Li Shizi will meet in Nanyan Tower." The demons, have you ever fought against the demons? Could it be that you swaggered away after walking around in Nanyanlou, and there was no demon to stop you?"
Li Zhoumian frowned slightly, and then let go again, inexplicably wanting to laugh.
At the beginning, he also wondered why the demon clan in Nanyan Building didn't kill him, but later he realized that the other party's intention was to kill him, and he wanted to use him as a sword to provoke civil strife between the royal family and Mingzong.I didn't expect it to be used as evidence of his collusion with the demons today...
Li Zhoumian resisted the urge to look at Lin Xunzhou, and raised his eyebrows with a smile: "Why haven't you fought against each other? And there were people who witnessed it that day."
The Great Elder frowned: "Oh?"
Li Zhoumian smiled and said: "The Great Elder's thoughts are so strange. That day when the demons tried to kill me, I was able to retreat unscathed. Naturally, it was because the demons were not strong enough. They were not opponents, so they fled in a hurry. And that day I I happened to meet Ye Wangzhi, and he can testify that the so-called collusion between me and the demons is completely nonsense. Is it possible that the elder still wants to say that Ye Wangzhi and I colluded in the confession?"
In fact, thinking about it now, Ye Wangzhi went to Nanyan Building at a very coincidental time.The illusion of Nanyanlou is arranged with ulterior motives, all designed for his inner demons. If he really lost himself in the illusion that day, did something irrational on the spur of the moment, and happened to be bumped into by Ye Wangzhi, That is indisputable.If he was provoked to turn against the royal family Mingzong again, he would be convicted of colluding with the demon clan.While speaking, Li Zhoumian thought to himself.
Even if he didn't fall into a demon because of the illusion, in the situation of deep hatred between the cultivation world and the demons, the "demons don't kill him" alone can be used as a fuss, such as now.
But coincidentally, he was actually hunted down by the "Demon Race" in Nanyan Building——
Li Zhoumian glanced at Lin Xunzhou without any trace, and found that the other party also glanced at him.The eyes of both of them did not stay, and they quickly moved away.
The onlookers looked complicated.Ye Wangzhi?Why is it involved in another stage of transformation into a god?
The Great Elder's face changed slightly, but he soon returned to normal: "What happened in Nanyan Building, only Li Shizi himself knows. Ye Wangzhi travels around the world, and his whereabouts are uncertain. Li Shizi said such a name, how to find him?" testify?"
Li Zhoumian squinted his eyes, but before he could answer, a clear voice suddenly broke in.Everyone looked around, only to see Yichuan Yu standing beside Lin Xunzhou.
"I remember that you have a good relationship with Ye Wangzhi, Great Elder, and you have been in contact with him many times," Yi Chuanyu had been silent for a long time, and at this moment he suddenly spoke out, his voice was calm, and it seemed that he was just saying casually, "The Great Elder can't find it either." him?"
"...I have lost contact with Ye Wangzhi for some time, and I haven't found a way to find him for a while." The elder sighed, "He is naturally loose, he does whatever he wants, and he doesn't like to be restrained. Once he goes out and wanders, it is hard to find him. , Occasionally, when writing a letter, he didn't say where he traveled to."
Li Zhoumian smiled and said: "It doesn't matter if you can't find it. Those who clean up will clean up themselves. Why should I be afraid? Great Elder, if there is no clear evidence, please don't rely on guesswork to convict people. Colluding with the demons is not a trivial matter. You said it So much, but he has been unwilling to prove that the left arm is not injured, is it a guilty conscience?"
The Great Elder's face was slightly gloomy, and when he was about to speak, Lin Xunzhou sighed and interrupted him, "The one who cleans himself is clear, that's a good point. Since Li Shizi is so persistent, the Great Elder might as well prove his innocence. If Li Shizi is unreasonable, Mingzong will naturally I will ask Yan Wangfu for an explanation."
Lin Xunzhou's face was calm, his gaze coldly swept over Li Zhoumian.Li Zhoumian didn't dodge or evade, and chuckled lightly: "The suzerain doesn't need to cover up."
In the main hall, the two sides identified each other, which can be described as a fight between gods and gods.Everyone has been listening tremblingly for a long time, and their moods have changed again and again, only feeling that the matter is confusing.
The matter of Li Zhoumian's "collusion with the demons" sounds serious, but the evidence is really insufficient. If the person he identified was not an authoritative elder, most people would not believe it.At this moment, the Great Elder made a strong oath. Although everyone had doubts, no one dared to question Li Zhoumian.
As for the "sneak attack and assassination" of Li Tianmian's questioning of the Great Elder, there is evidence to support it, and now there is a chance for the truth to be revealed.Hearing Lin Xunzhou's words, some people boldly advised: "Elder Elder, you are an old senior in the cultivation world, don't care about the younger generation, why not prove your innocence..."
The Great Elder narrowed his eyes, not knowing what he was thinking.
The atmosphere in the hall froze, and the person who had just spoken felt an invisible pressure pressing down on his head.His voice gradually decreased, and finally he rubbed his back, determined not to speak again.
Feeling the invisible coercion in the air, Lin Xunzhou lowered the hilt of his sword quietly and slightly.Following his movements, the cool wind flows through the gallery of the painting pavilion, passes through the door, and blows into the hall.The invisible pressure suddenly dissipated, which lifted people's spirits and cleared their ears and eyesight.
Li Zhoumian noticed the changes in the aura around him, and smiled slightly.He was in a calm mood, but on the surface he had to put on a cold and mocking expression towards Lin Xunzhou and the First Elder, and now he just felt that he was a little tired of making expressions.
After a while, the Great Elder sighed: "In this case, I have no choice but to speak directly."
Everyone's eyes immediately focused on him.
The Great Elder looked at Li Zhoumian, and said in a deep voice, "That's right, I did do something to Li Shizi."
"...?!" Someone adjusted his sitting posture, thinking that he might have heard it wrong, and after reacting for a while, he realized that he heard it right.
Did the Great Elder of Mingzong really go to assassinate Prince Yan's son?If this matter gets out, nine out of ten will not believe it!Everyone's face changed slightly.
The peak master who was planning to go along with the Great Elder had a dumbfounded expression: "Great Elder?"
The smile on the corner of Li Zhoumian's mouth gradually disappeared: "Oh, you are willing to admit it?"
Lin Xunzhou also frowned slightly.He looked at the Great Elder and said lightly, "Why?"
Lin Xunzhou thought silently, people who usually admit so straightforwardly often have to add a "but" after what they say.
Sure enough, the Great Elder closed his eyes and said, "Although the old man did attack Li Shizi, I did it for righteousness."
Li Zhoumian said "oh", "Dayi?"
"I suspected that Li Shizi was in collusion with the demons, so I had to confirm it. I was just probing, but I didn't expect Li Shizi to say it was a 'sneak attack'." The elder said calmly, "I had no intention of this, but Li Shizi took it It's my fault that I've taken advantage of it to the point of endangering my Mingzong's honor... Anyway, it's my fault."
He straightened his clothes, with a look of guilt on his face, and bowed to Lin Xunzhou: "This old man is dedicated to serving the public, but unfortunately what he did was not proper, and I ask the suzerain to punish him."
The Great Elder was not young, dressed in a plain green robe, and had a half-white beard.At this moment, I can't afford to pray for a long time, and my figure looks a little lonely.
The peak master, who originally supported the Great Elder, couldn't help but blushed: "Great Elder, why are you here!"
The Great Elder shook his head, signaling him not to speak.Seeing the Great Elder's actions, the Peak Master became more and more sad, and suddenly stood up and bowed to Lin Xunzhou: "Sect Master, the Great Elder is an old man of our sect, who has contributed a lot to the sect. Since this incident happened for a reason, please be lenient."
In the hall, there was a moment of silence.Some people watched with cold eyes, while others were moved.Some people thought to themselves, Ming Zong has always been an example of righteousness and strict rules, how will he deal with this time?If you don't give an explanation to King Yan's Mansion, the matter may not go well.
Lin Xunzhou was slightly silent, as if weighing.
The expression in Li Zhoumian's eyes gradually turned cold, and he said again: "I don't really believe what the Great Elder said, but I don't really believe it. I also suspect that he is in collusion with the demons, and he is trying to beat him up——Please don't cover up the suzerain."
Li Zhoumian thought while talking, just now the Great Elder suddenly accused him of "colluding with the Demon Race", he thought that there were many loopholes in the Great Elder's statement, and it was not a good move to falsely accuse him... Now he found out , It turned out that it could be used as a high-sounding excuse.
As for what is dedicated to the public... Li Zhoumian thought that the Great Elder could really make it up.
Lin Xunzhou frowned slightly.Now the Great Elder uses the righteousness of the world as an excuse. Although he doesn't really believe it, he knows that if he can't produce evidence that the Great Elder colluded with the evil cultivators, participated in the Nanyanlou incident, and assassinated Li Tianmian to provoke civil strife, it is true. It is not good to punish severely.
It's never easy to punish a person who is in the stage of becoming a god, not to mention that the Great Elder has accumulated power in the cultivation world for a long time, and it is difficult to shake him for a while.Even if he is the suzerain of Mingzong, he still has to take into account the opinions of all parties.
But he didn't expect to be able to do it in one step... After a little thought, Lin Xunzhou sighed softly: "This matter involves a lot, and it is not appropriate to hastily determine it. I already know something about the matter between the elder and Li Shizi, and I will tell Yan An explanation from the palace. This matter still needs to be investigated strictly. During this period, the elders are asked to move to the shrine and wait for a while, and make a decision after finding out what happened."
The forbidden area on the third floor of the shrine can be a place of secluded retreat, and it can also be the strongest prison in the world.
Before everyone had time to react, Li Zhoumian's face turned cold, and he said in a cold voice, "The suzerain said he wouldn't cover up, but in the end the result was that he couldn't be grounded? Everyone said that Lin suzerain has clear rewards and punishments, is that so clear?"
Li Zhoumian's tone was severe, as if he was quite dissatisfied with Lin Xunzhou's decision.
Lin Xunzhou turned his head to look at him, before he could speak, someone suddenly interrupted and said angrily: "Cousin, don't be so aggressive."
After watching from the sidelines for so long, the little prince Li Yinfeng's expression changed several times, he was worried, and when the first elder admitted to assassinate Li Zhoumian, his heart was raised in his throat.
Of course he knew about the elder elder's assassination of Li Zhoumian, after all, he had ordered this matter!
Li Yinfeng didn't know the many twists and turns and calculations between the First Elder and Li Zhoumian, he only thought that the First Elder listened to his own words that day, and then went to attack Li Zhoumian.Li Yinfeng, who thought he was the biggest black hand behind the scenes, was afraid of being found out. Fortunately, the elder did not say his name until the end, so Li Yinfeng secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Seeing that Li Zhoumian was still dissatisfied at this moment, Li Yinfeng finally couldn't help but mock him.
"Since there is a reason for what the Great Elder did, then it is justifiable," Li Yinfeng said in a cold voice, "Besides, the matter of my cousin's collusion with the demons has not yet been determined, and my cousin should think more about himself."
You're so blunt this time, don't you pretend?Li Zhoumian sneered in his heart, thinking that Lin Zhou was right, he hadn't paid much attention to his little cousin, but he didn't expect him to be so hostile to him.
The people who originally planned to come up to persuade Li Zhoumian, after hearing Li Yinfeng's words, all looked strange.
—Aren’t they cousins?Why does the little prince's tone sound so yin and yang...
It is said that the royal family has no family affection, and it is true.Everyone imagined a big fight for power in the royal family, and looked at Li Yinfeng and Li Zhoumian's eyes with more inquiring eyes.
Now that Li Yinfeng and him have torn their faces, Li Zhoumian didn't bother to spoil him anymore, raised his eyebrows and said coldly: "You should stop talking. Why don't you see this thing, is it yours?"
Li Zhoumian casually took out a jade pendant from his bosom, and shook it in his hand.
This jade pendant is exactly the one that fell from the elder's body that day, and it is a must for anyone in the royal family.
Li Yinfeng's face suddenly turned pale, and his hands trembled slightly.
Originally, Li Zhoumian just wanted to say something casually to him, but when he saw the change in Li Yinfeng's expression, he was surprised and became serious.
...Could it be that this thing really belongs to my good cousin?
So Li Yinfeng colluded with the Great Elder secretly and wanted his own life?
Li Zhoumian has been curious about the owner of this jade pendant for a long time, but he did not expect it to be Li Yinfeng.Li Zhoumian couldn't help thinking whether he had offended him before, why did he hate him so much?
In just an instant, Li Tianmian had deduced a lot.He looked at Li Yinfeng coldly, and felt inexplicably relieved.
Although it's not very kind to say so, when he learned that the inner ghost of the royal family was the little prince, he was still relieved for a moment.After all, Li Zhoumian also had a little understanding of Li Yinfeng's mind, and knew that most likely he would not be able to devise any shocking conspiracy, and it must have been used by the elder without knowing it.
But this does not mean that there are no other people with evil intentions in the royal family... Maybe the little prince is just one who was pushed out as a shield.Before a thorough investigation, still can't be taken lightly, Li Tianmian thought to himself.
Li Yinfeng didn't know that Li Zhoumian had classified him as "an opponent who didn't have a lot of brains" in his heart, tried to adjust his breathing, finally calmed down, and said: "Cousin, what are you kidding, you can't do it if you want to slander me ? I am not the only royal family with this kind of jade pendant."
Li Zhoumian twitched his lips: "Cousin is just joking, I just asked if this thing is yours, how could it be a slander? Don't do anything wrong, and don't be afraid of ghosts knocking on the door. Why is my cousin guilty?"
Li Yinfeng: "..."
Li Zhoumian was too lazy to talk to him any more, turned around and said to the First Elder: "You should remember this imperial jade pendant, it was unfortunately left here by you. I am curious, since you came to test me for the so-called righteousness, And why do you carry the jade pendant of the royal family with you?"
It's not over yet?Why is the royal family involved again?Everyone who thought the matter had come to an end felt panicked.
The Great Elder glanced at him lightly, and said, "Your Majesty said that I was the one who fell behind. Is there any evidence? Although I did fight with you, I can't splash any dirty water."
Li Zhoumian seemed to be annoyed and laughed: "So you mean, this thing has nothing to do with you?"
The Great Elder looked at him coldly, as if saying "I don't admit it, what can you do to me".
Li Zhoumian clenched the jade pendant in his hand, took a slight breath, his face was so gloomy that water could drip out.
Lin Xunzhou's sword hilt lightly tapped on the table, the sound was not loud, but everyone could hear it clearly.A slightly cold sword intent spread, and everyone sat up straight with a serious look on their faces.
Lin Xunzhou said lightly: "Don't worry, my son, Mingzong will definitely investigate this matter."
It is not easy to convict the Great Elder with one incident, not to mention that there may be something worth digging behind the scenes.The Great Elder acted carefully, and it was hard to find a clue. Now that he has an excuse and a reason to conduct a large-scale investigation, it is a good opportunity.This matter is intricate, and there is a breakthrough. As long as you really want to investigate, you will naturally be able to dig out more in the future.Lin Xunzhou and Li Zhoumian looked at each other, and they both understood what the other meant.
Li Zhoumian thought to himself that the play hadn't finished yet, and it had to be finished.He raised his spirits, looked around, and saw that everyone was avoiding their eyes, and then looked up at the exquisite furnishings and carved beams and painted buildings in the hall.
He looked around, and finally sneered: "What a Mingzong, it's really disappointing."
He glanced at Li Yinfeng again, and said indifferently: "The royal family is crushed, it's chilling."
Li Zhoumian's eyes were filled with hostility, and Li Yinfeng felt his blood surging, he suddenly covered his chest, leaned over and spit out a mouthful of blood with a "wow".
Everyone's expression changed, and the palace man behind Li Yinfeng's face darkened, and he stood up suddenly: "Li Shizi, what do you want to do? Do you want to turn against the palace?"
Li Zhoumian glanced at him, guessed his identity, and said indifferently, "You are Li Yinfeng's protector? I'm sorry, it's none of my business that he vomits blood, I just glanced at him. "
The face of Gong Renqi turned dark, thinking that you are in the stage of transformation, if you don't restrain your momentum, it is not easy to want a look that makes Jindan stage vomit blood...
Uh, the transformation stage...
The palace man recited the term in his mind again, and thought of his cultivation in the Nascent Soul Stage, and finally closed his mouth silently.
Li Zhoumian was too lazy to deal with Li Yinfeng who was lying on the table covered in cold sweat. His indifferent eyes fell on Lin Xunzhou, and he said with a smile: "Sect Master Lin, today I have seen your Mingzong's dominance. Gao Gao Pick it up and put it down gently, is this what Mingzong gave me to Yan Palace?"
Lin Xunzhou tilted his head slightly, clenched the long sword in his hand, and said coldly: "Since Li Shizi knows that this is Mingzong, please do me a favor."
...Sure enough, there is still a conflict!Everyone's heart skipped a beat.The people of Mingzong wanted to go up to persuade their suzerain, but after feeling the sword energy in the air, they didn't dare to move; the people of King Yan's mansion also hesitated to go forward.Li Erba looked at Lin Xunzhou, then at Li Zhoumian, feeling that his mind was at a loss.
A few days ago, Shizi was still telling him that he fell in love with Linzhou; now the two really broke up?
Li Erba hesitated to speak, unbelievable.
But among all the people, the most bewildered and anxious was Yunqiu who was the only one who didn't know about the "grievance" between Li Zhoumian and Lin Xunzhou.
Good young couple, what's the matter, are you going to break up?
Yunqiu sensed that the atmosphere between these two people was not right, and the reactions of the people around them were also not right.She had been fidgeting for a long time, and finally couldn't help but wanted to get up, and she was grabbed by Yichuan Yu next to her after she moved a little.
"Little aunt, shhh, don't get meddled." Yi Chuan Yu gave her a wink.
Long before the banquet started, Lin Xunzhou quietly warned him about what might happen tonight.Yichuanyu watched and ate melons almost the whole time, and now he watched Lin Xunzhou and Li Zhoumian fighting with swords, feeling extremely complicated.
Yun Qiu looked anxious: "They are about to fight, how can this be possible? We must live well..."
Yichuan Yu Youyou said: "No, believe me, you should leave them alone."
Yunqiu: "?"
In the hall, the chill permeated the air.
No one spoke. This time, it was not only because the atmosphere was too serious, but also because of the coercion from the stage of transforming gods, which made people afraid and dared not speak.
Li Yinfeng, who had just vomited blood, broke out in a cold sweat again, and couldn't breathe evenly. The palace servant beside him quickly put his fingertips on his wrist and let out a burst of spiritual energy. Only gradually recovered, and the breathing practice was stable.He glanced at Li Zhoumian with a little fear, and before he had time to curse in his heart, seeing that Li Zhoumian seemed to want to look this way, he quickly lowered his head and didn't dare to say more.
Li Zhoumian was slightly silent, and finally raised his eyebrows and said, "Sect Master Lin, we have long-standing grievances, right?"
Lin Xunzhou's eyes were slightly cold: "Really?"
"This is something that everyone knows." Li Zhoumian smiled lightly, with a gentle coldness in his good-looking eyes, "From the divorce, to Li Sanqi, to today's events, it seems that we can't Get along with."
Li Zhoumian's gold-woven court clothes moved without wind, and his hair rose slightly.He stood in a room with a majestic aura on his body, but it was as if he was standing on the top of ten thousand peaks. The clouds should be surging under his feet, but his hands could turn the clouds and rain. Looking around, the sky and the earth are crouching.
Lin Xunzhou looked at him, and a moment of astonishment flashed in his heart.
Lin Xunzhou held his hand on the hilt of his sword and drew it out of its sheath.
The chill suddenly deepened, and frost blossomed on the beams of the house.Someone lowered his head and found that the wine glass in front of him was covered with a layer of white frost.
The sword energy is like ice, and the sword intent is like snow.
Almost everyone's expressions changed, but there were only a few who remained calm.The Great Elder lowered his head slightly, an inexplicable look flashed in his eyes, as if he was a little happy to see this scene.Yichuan Yu rubbed back, trying to avoid Lin Xunzhou's sword intent, and by the way pulled Yun Qiu who had been in a trance since hearing the word "retirement" as well.
But Li Zhoumian's attention was on the sword in Lin Xunzhou's hand.
A shiny and clear jade pendant hung on the hilt of the sword. There was a little red in the center of the jade pendant, which was thick and soul-stirring.
The mandarin duck pendant was a gift from him, and Lin Xunzhou always kept it with him.
Li Zhoumian couldn't help but feel a little soft when he thought of the other half of the mandarin duck pendant he was wearing.
Fortunately, he and Lin Xunzhou were just acting. If they really turned against each other and turned swords against each other, what should he do if he saw this jade pendant and was reluctant to do it?
He nodded his head to cover up the tenderness in his eyes, and when he raised his head again, he had the expression of a sly smile on his face again.
"Forest
As Li Zhoumian's voice fell, the originally chaotic voice in the venue gradually quieted down, and everyone smelled something unusual, and each of them waited and watched suspiciously.
What method?What dumb fans are they playing?
The little prince who was still standing there twitched his eyelids and sensed something was wrong.He looked around from the corner of his eye, saw that no one was paying attention to him, and finally sat back to his original position in silence without saying a word.
Li Zhoumian was tall and straight, with a smile on his face, appearing gentle and polite, as if he was only talking about an ordinary thing, his tone was neither urgent nor slow, and everyone could hear it clearly.Everyone's eyes wandered between him and the First Elder, and finally quietly fell on Lin Xunzhou who looked as usual.
Lin Xunzhou raised his eyes lightly, as if he didn't intend to interrupt.
The Great Elder narrowed his eyes for a moment, then smiled again "hehe" and said, "Your Majesty is joking."
The atmosphere in the hall was a bit strange, and most people put down their chopsticks silently.Someone secretly looked at Li Erba next to Li Zhoumian with puzzled eyes, and Li Erba replied with a blank face: I don't know anything!
Li Tianmian, who was the focus of attention, did not change his smile: "Are you joking? You should understand, Great Elder. That day..."
"Hey, why is the atmosphere so serious all of a sudden." Suddenly a clear voice sounded, interrupting what Li Zhoumian was about to say.
Everyone turned their heads one after another, and Li Zhoumian also raised his eyebrows to look, only to see that the source of the voice was Yunqiu.She blinked, her eyes fell on Li Zhoumian, and said in a warm voice: "After drinking for three rounds, it's time for excitement. If your son has something to discuss with the elder, it's better to discuss it in detail later."
While Yunqiu was talking, a trace of worry flashed in his eyes.
Although she usually does things in a hurry and carelessly, it does not mean that her senses are not sensitive.As soon as Li Zhoumian opened her mouth, she felt that the atmosphere was not right.Yunqiu frowned indistinctly, thinking that if you have something to tell the suzerain in private, it's not good to make a big fuss if we're all one family.
Finally someone has spoken!Everyone at the scene was about to breathe a sigh of relief and echo Yun Qiu's words, "Yes, yes, you are right. It's rare to have a lively time. If there is something, it's better to talk about it after the banquet." Although there are not many people, but you are all trustworthy people, why don't you take this opportunity to explain the matter clearly. I just want to know, what kind of grievances do you have with the Great Elder, and you want to kill me and then hurry up?"
There was a sudden silence in the field, a dead silence.Everyone's heart was shaken, and they didn't realize the meaning of Li Zhoumian's words for a while, and Yun Qiu, who had a brisk tone just now, was also startled, and his face changed slightly.
Did Li Zhoumian say that the Great Elder wanted to kill him?King Yan's son publicly identified an elder?This matter involves a lot, and it is not a trivial matter. I am afraid it cannot be done well.The people who came to the banquet did not expect such a thing to happen, they were shocked and did not know how to react.
The little prince's expression suddenly changed, he clenched the wine glass tightly in his hand, lowered his head and took a sip, suppressing the surprise in his eyes.Compared with him, the first elder who was directly questioned by Li Tianmian had a flash of surprise on his face, and soon returned to his normal expression: "Why did your son say that?"
"That's right, this is a big matter, my son, don't speak nonsense." Immediately, the peak master of Ming Zong stood up, frowned, and said, "The Great Elder has high virtue and prestige, and he is the pillar of the world of cultivation. How can we allow you to slander it at will."
The Great Elder is quite senior in Mingzong, and many people respect him very much.If Lin Xunzhou hadn't started to rectify and balance the factions of the sect a few years ago, the Great Elder's influence in Mingzong would have been even stronger at this time.
This peak master is the one who has a close relationship with the Great Elder on weekdays, and he was the first to speak out at this moment, and everyone nodded secretly after hearing this.
What Li Zhoumian said was too shocking.The Great Elder is the one with the longest lifespan in the world today, and has always had a good reputation. He has no grievances with Yan Wangfu in the past and has no enmity in the present. He has never heard of any conflicts.Suddenly being questioned by the teacher, everyone subconsciously refused to believe it.
But the people present at this moment are not only the members of Mingzong.Prince Yan's mansion also had a few cronies accompanying him, so he was naturally dissatisfied when he heard someone questioning his eldest son.Li Erba glanced at Li Zhoumian, seeing that he had no intention of stopping him, he got up and said in a deep voice, "Peak Master's words are wrong, and the prince never speaks casually if there is no evidence. I know, why rush to refute?"
"This matter is too ridiculous..." The peak owner was a little displeased, and suddenly saw Lin Xunzhou raised his hand slightly, stopped talking abruptly, saluted Lin Xunzhou, sat back to his original position, and closed his mouth with a cold face No words.
In the main hall, there was a happy and peaceful atmosphere just now, but now it has become serious, and there is still a faint trace of tension.Li Zhoumian had no intention of retreating, his eyebrows and eyes were calm, although he was speechless, he had a kind of aura of arrogance.He glanced at everyone, and for a while, no one dared to stand up and refute.
And the Great Elder's eyes were so deep that it was hard to see what was going on in his heart.
Seeing the stalemate in the atmosphere, Lin Xunzhou finally said calmly, "Your Majesty suddenly asks the teacher about his crimes, but his words are vague. How can it be convincing. The Great Elder is a highly respected senior of my Zongzhi. You must be careful when you speak."
Lin Xunzhou's tone was cold, not in a hurry, the peak leader who supported the elder just now nodded slightly, and looked at Li Zhoumian not to be outdone.
Sect Master Lin finally spoke, and his words were obviously biased towards his elders... What would Li Shizi say?These two people really have some grievances, will things get bigger?What happened to the Great Elder and Li Shizi?All the people present were no longer in the mood for a feast, and each was full of worries, and began to secretly guess the direction of the matter.
Li Yinfeng, who shrank by the side for a long time and didn't dare to speak, heard that Lin Xunzhou seemed to be dissatisfied with Li Zhoumian, and his face looked a little better.Seeing that no one was making a sound, he summoned up his courage and interjected: "Yes, at this time, my cousin can't harm the friendship between my royal family and Mingzong because of some personal grievances, regardless of the general situation..."
In his words, he alluded to Li Zhoumian's slander because of personal grievances, and by the way, he contrasted his overall interests.But before he finished speaking, Li Zhoumian glanced over coldly, Li Yinfeng's heart skipped a beat, and he didn't dare to continue.He didn't react until Li Zhoumian looked away, feeling annoyed in his heart.
Li Zhoumian looked around, and finally looked at Lin Xunzhou, their eyes met.Li Zhoumian was silent for a long while, then suddenly smiled coldly: "Sect Master Lin is trying to protect his family? The Ming Sect is powerful, and he wants to use power to suppress others. Can't you conceal the truth?"
Li Zhoumian's words were not very polite, and everyone present felt nervous when they heard it.The relationship between Lin Zongzhu and Li Shizi was known to everyone for a long time, but it was the first time that the two had such a direct conflict.The two also represent the interests of the sect's royal family behind their backs. Today's matter may be more involved than expected.
It's a pity that the two were still unmarried Taoist couples with a marriage contract back then, who would have thought that there would be a tit-for-tat confrontation today... Everyone sighed inwardly.
Lin Xunzhou frowned slightly: "If what the son said is true, my Mingzong has its own laws and regulations."
"Since the suzerain said so, I think he will enforce the law impartially. Then I will say it straight." Li Zhoumian raised his eyebrows, "Just a few days ago, the great elder took advantage of my unpreparedness and carried out a sneak attack, and was finally injured by me. When I reached the left arm, I hurried away. This is what happened just now, the Great Elder will not forget it, right?"
The Great Elder who had been silent for a long time finally picked up his teacup, took a sip, and sighed: "I've been in Mingzong for the past few days, so how could there be a sneak attack? If you are dissatisfied with Mingzong, just say it, why make something out of nothing? Perhaps the son just admitted the wrong person."
"That's right. Could it be that the person who made the sneak attack would still reveal his identity? How can the prince determine that it was done by the elder of my sect? Is it just based on your family's words?" The peak master just echoed in a low voice.
Li Zhoumian was not angry when he heard this, but raised his eyebrows and smiled: "Create something out of nothing? Dare the Great Elder to confront me?"
The Great Elder frowned and said, "How do you want to confront him?"
Li Zhoumian said in a deep voice: "The wounds of those injured by my arrows are unique, and they cannot heal quickly. I injured the left arm of the person who sneaked up on me that day. According to the time, it should not heal today. That's one of the proofs."
Li Zhoumian's tone was firm, and it sounded like he had a plan in mind.The onlookers who were slightly inclined towards the Great Elder just now became suspicious again, and looked at the Great Elder one after another to see how he would respond.
The Great Elder remained silent again, and after a while he sneered and said, "Your Majesty believes that the old man is the murderer? Is it necessary for the old man to take off his clothes in public to prove his innocence? It's really humiliating! Could it be that the Majesty is so aggressive just based on suspicion? "
The Great Elder's expression was not good, and his tone was slightly angry.
Li Zhoumian remained expressionless: "The Great Elder was joking, the injury is on his left arm, why bother to take off his clothes."
"The prince is eloquent, but the old man is willing to bow down." The elder stared at Li Zhoumian, "Then I also have something, I want to ask Li Shizi."
Li Zhoumian's heart moved, and he said lightly: "Is the Great Elder deliberately avoiding talking about the sneak attack?"
"It's not that I'm avoiding talking about it, it's that my son's heart can be punished." The Great Elder put the teacup heavily on the table and smashed it with a crisp sound. Everyone was startled, and the surroundings became more and more quiet.
The Great Elder suddenly stood up, bowed to Lin Xunzhou, and said loudly: "The suzerain bears witness, today I want to ask Li Shizi, why did you collude with the demons?"
As soon as these words came out, the audience was in an uproar.
Everyone's countenance changed, and Yun Qiu, who was more irritable, almost got up and blurted out "What did you say", but before her, the people of Yan Palace couldn't bear it.Li Erba sternly said, "Don't spout blood!"
Li Zhoumian also frowned slightly.
If there is any word that is taboo in the entire cultivation world, it must be "demon race".People who colluded with the demons can be said to be beaten by everyone, which is disgusting.
Li Tianmian's questioning of the Great Elder just now can be said to be a personal grievance in the cultivation world, but once the matter involves the demons...
Lin Xunzhou got up, his eyes were slightly cold: "Collusion with the demons? Does the Great Elder have evidence?"
The Great Elder sneered: "This old man is collecting evidence, but because of Li Shizi's power, he planned to wait until he was fully prepared before exposing his conspiracy. It is a pity that Li Shizi is aggressive today, and this old man suspects that he sensed something wrong and planned to be a villain." Sue first, use the so-called sneak attack to smear the reputation of the old man, so as to cover up his conspiracy."
"So you don't have any evidence, just relying on your mouth to talk nonsense?" Li Erba's seven orifices smoked.
"Li Shizi said that I want to kill him, isn't that also nonsense?" The elder snorted coldly, "I don't have any evidence, I wonder if Li Shizi still remembers Nanyan Building in Yunzhou?"
South smoke house?Li Zhoumian's heart sank, he glanced at Lin Xunzhou from the corner of his eye, and found that he also frowned.
"I know about Nanyan Building." Li Zhoumian thought for a while, "Why, the Great Elder has also been there?"
The Great Elder stroked his beard and said, "Your Majesty Li, you don't need to provoke me. It was a coincidence that I traced the traces of the demons, and traced them all the way to Nanyan Building, but I accidentally discovered that Li Shizi conspired with the demons here. I know that this matter is of great importance, so I dare not say it easily, I only investigate secretly. I didn't expect Li Shizi to take the lead in making troubles, so I had no choice but to tell this matter in advance."
"You..." Li Erba wanted to curse as soon as he slapped the table, but Li Zhoumian gave him a look to signal him not to speak.Li Erbayi gritted his teeth, shut his mouth sullenly and took a step back, his eyes still fixed on the First Elder.
Li Zhoumian said in a deep voice: "I did go to the Nanyan Tower, but it was just to track down the traces of evil cultivators, not 'conspiring with the demons' as the elder said. Could it be considered collusion with the demons if I went to the Nanyan Tower? What the Great Elder said is really ridiculous."
The Great Elder snorted, and said: "We are not at peace with the demons, and we will never die when we meet, but Li Shizi can come and go freely in Nanyan Tower, enter the demon's nest and retreat completely, which makes people puzzled."
Hearing this, everyone was slightly dazed, feeling that the development of today's events has exceeded their imagination.What the Great Elder said seems to be reasonable, but... colluding with the demons is not a small crime!Everyone showed surprise and different thoughts, they looked at Li Zhoumian, waiting for his answer.
The peak master who had just supported the Great Elder also changed his face several times, and finally looked at Li Zhoumian: "The Great Elder said something reasonable. If Nanyan Tower is really controlled by the demons, then Li Shizi will meet in Nanyan Tower." The demons, have you ever fought against the demons? Could it be that you swaggered away after walking around in Nanyanlou, and there was no demon to stop you?"
Li Zhoumian frowned slightly, and then let go again, inexplicably wanting to laugh.
At the beginning, he also wondered why the demon clan in Nanyan Building didn't kill him, but later he realized that the other party's intention was to kill him, and he wanted to use him as a sword to provoke civil strife between the royal family and Mingzong.I didn't expect it to be used as evidence of his collusion with the demons today...
Li Zhoumian resisted the urge to look at Lin Xunzhou, and raised his eyebrows with a smile: "Why haven't you fought against each other? And there were people who witnessed it that day."
The Great Elder frowned: "Oh?"
Li Zhoumian smiled and said: "The Great Elder's thoughts are so strange. That day when the demons tried to kill me, I was able to retreat unscathed. Naturally, it was because the demons were not strong enough. They were not opponents, so they fled in a hurry. And that day I I happened to meet Ye Wangzhi, and he can testify that the so-called collusion between me and the demons is completely nonsense. Is it possible that the elder still wants to say that Ye Wangzhi and I colluded in the confession?"
In fact, thinking about it now, Ye Wangzhi went to Nanyan Building at a very coincidental time.The illusion of Nanyanlou is arranged with ulterior motives, all designed for his inner demons. If he really lost himself in the illusion that day, did something irrational on the spur of the moment, and happened to be bumped into by Ye Wangzhi, That is indisputable.If he was provoked to turn against the royal family Mingzong again, he would be convicted of colluding with the demon clan.While speaking, Li Zhoumian thought to himself.
Even if he didn't fall into a demon because of the illusion, in the situation of deep hatred between the cultivation world and the demons, the "demons don't kill him" alone can be used as a fuss, such as now.
But coincidentally, he was actually hunted down by the "Demon Race" in Nanyan Building——
Li Zhoumian glanced at Lin Xunzhou without any trace, and found that the other party also glanced at him.The eyes of both of them did not stay, and they quickly moved away.
The onlookers looked complicated.Ye Wangzhi?Why is it involved in another stage of transformation into a god?
The Great Elder's face changed slightly, but he soon returned to normal: "What happened in Nanyan Building, only Li Shizi himself knows. Ye Wangzhi travels around the world, and his whereabouts are uncertain. Li Shizi said such a name, how to find him?" testify?"
Li Zhoumian squinted his eyes, but before he could answer, a clear voice suddenly broke in.Everyone looked around, only to see Yichuan Yu standing beside Lin Xunzhou.
"I remember that you have a good relationship with Ye Wangzhi, Great Elder, and you have been in contact with him many times," Yi Chuanyu had been silent for a long time, and at this moment he suddenly spoke out, his voice was calm, and it seemed that he was just saying casually, "The Great Elder can't find it either." him?"
"...I have lost contact with Ye Wangzhi for some time, and I haven't found a way to find him for a while." The elder sighed, "He is naturally loose, he does whatever he wants, and he doesn't like to be restrained. Once he goes out and wanders, it is hard to find him. , Occasionally, when writing a letter, he didn't say where he traveled to."
Li Zhoumian smiled and said: "It doesn't matter if you can't find it. Those who clean up will clean up themselves. Why should I be afraid? Great Elder, if there is no clear evidence, please don't rely on guesswork to convict people. Colluding with the demons is not a trivial matter. You said it So much, but he has been unwilling to prove that the left arm is not injured, is it a guilty conscience?"
The Great Elder's face was slightly gloomy, and when he was about to speak, Lin Xunzhou sighed and interrupted him, "The one who cleans himself is clear, that's a good point. Since Li Shizi is so persistent, the Great Elder might as well prove his innocence. If Li Shizi is unreasonable, Mingzong will naturally I will ask Yan Wangfu for an explanation."
Lin Xunzhou's face was calm, his gaze coldly swept over Li Zhoumian.Li Zhoumian didn't dodge or evade, and chuckled lightly: "The suzerain doesn't need to cover up."
In the main hall, the two sides identified each other, which can be described as a fight between gods and gods.Everyone has been listening tremblingly for a long time, and their moods have changed again and again, only feeling that the matter is confusing.
The matter of Li Zhoumian's "collusion with the demons" sounds serious, but the evidence is really insufficient. If the person he identified was not an authoritative elder, most people would not believe it.At this moment, the Great Elder made a strong oath. Although everyone had doubts, no one dared to question Li Zhoumian.
As for the "sneak attack and assassination" of Li Tianmian's questioning of the Great Elder, there is evidence to support it, and now there is a chance for the truth to be revealed.Hearing Lin Xunzhou's words, some people boldly advised: "Elder Elder, you are an old senior in the cultivation world, don't care about the younger generation, why not prove your innocence..."
The Great Elder narrowed his eyes, not knowing what he was thinking.
The atmosphere in the hall froze, and the person who had just spoken felt an invisible pressure pressing down on his head.His voice gradually decreased, and finally he rubbed his back, determined not to speak again.
Feeling the invisible coercion in the air, Lin Xunzhou lowered the hilt of his sword quietly and slightly.Following his movements, the cool wind flows through the gallery of the painting pavilion, passes through the door, and blows into the hall.The invisible pressure suddenly dissipated, which lifted people's spirits and cleared their ears and eyesight.
Li Zhoumian noticed the changes in the aura around him, and smiled slightly.He was in a calm mood, but on the surface he had to put on a cold and mocking expression towards Lin Xunzhou and the First Elder, and now he just felt that he was a little tired of making expressions.
After a while, the Great Elder sighed: "In this case, I have no choice but to speak directly."
Everyone's eyes immediately focused on him.
The Great Elder looked at Li Zhoumian, and said in a deep voice, "That's right, I did do something to Li Shizi."
"...?!" Someone adjusted his sitting posture, thinking that he might have heard it wrong, and after reacting for a while, he realized that he heard it right.
Did the Great Elder of Mingzong really go to assassinate Prince Yan's son?If this matter gets out, nine out of ten will not believe it!Everyone's face changed slightly.
The peak master who was planning to go along with the Great Elder had a dumbfounded expression: "Great Elder?"
The smile on the corner of Li Zhoumian's mouth gradually disappeared: "Oh, you are willing to admit it?"
Lin Xunzhou also frowned slightly.He looked at the Great Elder and said lightly, "Why?"
Lin Xunzhou thought silently, people who usually admit so straightforwardly often have to add a "but" after what they say.
Sure enough, the Great Elder closed his eyes and said, "Although the old man did attack Li Shizi, I did it for righteousness."
Li Zhoumian said "oh", "Dayi?"
"I suspected that Li Shizi was in collusion with the demons, so I had to confirm it. I was just probing, but I didn't expect Li Shizi to say it was a 'sneak attack'." The elder said calmly, "I had no intention of this, but Li Shizi took it It's my fault that I've taken advantage of it to the point of endangering my Mingzong's honor... Anyway, it's my fault."
He straightened his clothes, with a look of guilt on his face, and bowed to Lin Xunzhou: "This old man is dedicated to serving the public, but unfortunately what he did was not proper, and I ask the suzerain to punish him."
The Great Elder was not young, dressed in a plain green robe, and had a half-white beard.At this moment, I can't afford to pray for a long time, and my figure looks a little lonely.
The peak master, who originally supported the Great Elder, couldn't help but blushed: "Great Elder, why are you here!"
The Great Elder shook his head, signaling him not to speak.Seeing the Great Elder's actions, the Peak Master became more and more sad, and suddenly stood up and bowed to Lin Xunzhou: "Sect Master, the Great Elder is an old man of our sect, who has contributed a lot to the sect. Since this incident happened for a reason, please be lenient."
In the hall, there was a moment of silence.Some people watched with cold eyes, while others were moved.Some people thought to themselves, Ming Zong has always been an example of righteousness and strict rules, how will he deal with this time?If you don't give an explanation to King Yan's Mansion, the matter may not go well.
Lin Xunzhou was slightly silent, as if weighing.
The expression in Li Zhoumian's eyes gradually turned cold, and he said again: "I don't really believe what the Great Elder said, but I don't really believe it. I also suspect that he is in collusion with the demons, and he is trying to beat him up——Please don't cover up the suzerain."
Li Zhoumian thought while talking, just now the Great Elder suddenly accused him of "colluding with the Demon Race", he thought that there were many loopholes in the Great Elder's statement, and it was not a good move to falsely accuse him... Now he found out , It turned out that it could be used as a high-sounding excuse.
As for what is dedicated to the public... Li Zhoumian thought that the Great Elder could really make it up.
Lin Xunzhou frowned slightly.Now the Great Elder uses the righteousness of the world as an excuse. Although he doesn't really believe it, he knows that if he can't produce evidence that the Great Elder colluded with the evil cultivators, participated in the Nanyanlou incident, and assassinated Li Tianmian to provoke civil strife, it is true. It is not good to punish severely.
It's never easy to punish a person who is in the stage of becoming a god, not to mention that the Great Elder has accumulated power in the cultivation world for a long time, and it is difficult to shake him for a while.Even if he is the suzerain of Mingzong, he still has to take into account the opinions of all parties.
But he didn't expect to be able to do it in one step... After a little thought, Lin Xunzhou sighed softly: "This matter involves a lot, and it is not appropriate to hastily determine it. I already know something about the matter between the elder and Li Shizi, and I will tell Yan An explanation from the palace. This matter still needs to be investigated strictly. During this period, the elders are asked to move to the shrine and wait for a while, and make a decision after finding out what happened."
The forbidden area on the third floor of the shrine can be a place of secluded retreat, and it can also be the strongest prison in the world.
Before everyone had time to react, Li Zhoumian's face turned cold, and he said in a cold voice, "The suzerain said he wouldn't cover up, but in the end the result was that he couldn't be grounded? Everyone said that Lin suzerain has clear rewards and punishments, is that so clear?"
Li Zhoumian's tone was severe, as if he was quite dissatisfied with Lin Xunzhou's decision.
Lin Xunzhou turned his head to look at him, before he could speak, someone suddenly interrupted and said angrily: "Cousin, don't be so aggressive."
After watching from the sidelines for so long, the little prince Li Yinfeng's expression changed several times, he was worried, and when the first elder admitted to assassinate Li Zhoumian, his heart was raised in his throat.
Of course he knew about the elder elder's assassination of Li Zhoumian, after all, he had ordered this matter!
Li Yinfeng didn't know the many twists and turns and calculations between the First Elder and Li Zhoumian, he only thought that the First Elder listened to his own words that day, and then went to attack Li Zhoumian.Li Yinfeng, who thought he was the biggest black hand behind the scenes, was afraid of being found out. Fortunately, the elder did not say his name until the end, so Li Yinfeng secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Seeing that Li Zhoumian was still dissatisfied at this moment, Li Yinfeng finally couldn't help but mock him.
"Since there is a reason for what the Great Elder did, then it is justifiable," Li Yinfeng said in a cold voice, "Besides, the matter of my cousin's collusion with the demons has not yet been determined, and my cousin should think more about himself."
You're so blunt this time, don't you pretend?Li Zhoumian sneered in his heart, thinking that Lin Zhou was right, he hadn't paid much attention to his little cousin, but he didn't expect him to be so hostile to him.
The people who originally planned to come up to persuade Li Zhoumian, after hearing Li Yinfeng's words, all looked strange.
—Aren’t they cousins?Why does the little prince's tone sound so yin and yang...
It is said that the royal family has no family affection, and it is true.Everyone imagined a big fight for power in the royal family, and looked at Li Yinfeng and Li Zhoumian's eyes with more inquiring eyes.
Now that Li Yinfeng and him have torn their faces, Li Zhoumian didn't bother to spoil him anymore, raised his eyebrows and said coldly: "You should stop talking. Why don't you see this thing, is it yours?"
Li Zhoumian casually took out a jade pendant from his bosom, and shook it in his hand.
This jade pendant is exactly the one that fell from the elder's body that day, and it is a must for anyone in the royal family.
Li Yinfeng's face suddenly turned pale, and his hands trembled slightly.
Originally, Li Zhoumian just wanted to say something casually to him, but when he saw the change in Li Yinfeng's expression, he was surprised and became serious.
...Could it be that this thing really belongs to my good cousin?
So Li Yinfeng colluded with the Great Elder secretly and wanted his own life?
Li Zhoumian has been curious about the owner of this jade pendant for a long time, but he did not expect it to be Li Yinfeng.Li Zhoumian couldn't help thinking whether he had offended him before, why did he hate him so much?
In just an instant, Li Tianmian had deduced a lot.He looked at Li Yinfeng coldly, and felt inexplicably relieved.
Although it's not very kind to say so, when he learned that the inner ghost of the royal family was the little prince, he was still relieved for a moment.After all, Li Zhoumian also had a little understanding of Li Yinfeng's mind, and knew that most likely he would not be able to devise any shocking conspiracy, and it must have been used by the elder without knowing it.
But this does not mean that there are no other people with evil intentions in the royal family... Maybe the little prince is just one who was pushed out as a shield.Before a thorough investigation, still can't be taken lightly, Li Tianmian thought to himself.
Li Yinfeng didn't know that Li Zhoumian had classified him as "an opponent who didn't have a lot of brains" in his heart, tried to adjust his breathing, finally calmed down, and said: "Cousin, what are you kidding, you can't do it if you want to slander me ? I am not the only royal family with this kind of jade pendant."
Li Zhoumian twitched his lips: "Cousin is just joking, I just asked if this thing is yours, how could it be a slander? Don't do anything wrong, and don't be afraid of ghosts knocking on the door. Why is my cousin guilty?"
Li Yinfeng: "..."
Li Zhoumian was too lazy to talk to him any more, turned around and said to the First Elder: "You should remember this imperial jade pendant, it was unfortunately left here by you. I am curious, since you came to test me for the so-called righteousness, And why do you carry the jade pendant of the royal family with you?"
It's not over yet?Why is the royal family involved again?Everyone who thought the matter had come to an end felt panicked.
The Great Elder glanced at him lightly, and said, "Your Majesty said that I was the one who fell behind. Is there any evidence? Although I did fight with you, I can't splash any dirty water."
Li Zhoumian seemed to be annoyed and laughed: "So you mean, this thing has nothing to do with you?"
The Great Elder looked at him coldly, as if saying "I don't admit it, what can you do to me".
Li Zhoumian clenched the jade pendant in his hand, took a slight breath, his face was so gloomy that water could drip out.
Lin Xunzhou's sword hilt lightly tapped on the table, the sound was not loud, but everyone could hear it clearly.A slightly cold sword intent spread, and everyone sat up straight with a serious look on their faces.
Lin Xunzhou said lightly: "Don't worry, my son, Mingzong will definitely investigate this matter."
It is not easy to convict the Great Elder with one incident, not to mention that there may be something worth digging behind the scenes.The Great Elder acted carefully, and it was hard to find a clue. Now that he has an excuse and a reason to conduct a large-scale investigation, it is a good opportunity.This matter is intricate, and there is a breakthrough. As long as you really want to investigate, you will naturally be able to dig out more in the future.Lin Xunzhou and Li Zhoumian looked at each other, and they both understood what the other meant.
Li Zhoumian thought to himself that the play hadn't finished yet, and it had to be finished.He raised his spirits, looked around, and saw that everyone was avoiding their eyes, and then looked up at the exquisite furnishings and carved beams and painted buildings in the hall.
He looked around, and finally sneered: "What a Mingzong, it's really disappointing."
He glanced at Li Yinfeng again, and said indifferently: "The royal family is crushed, it's chilling."
Li Zhoumian's eyes were filled with hostility, and Li Yinfeng felt his blood surging, he suddenly covered his chest, leaned over and spit out a mouthful of blood with a "wow".
Everyone's expression changed, and the palace man behind Li Yinfeng's face darkened, and he stood up suddenly: "Li Shizi, what do you want to do? Do you want to turn against the palace?"
Li Zhoumian glanced at him, guessed his identity, and said indifferently, "You are Li Yinfeng's protector? I'm sorry, it's none of my business that he vomits blood, I just glanced at him. "
The face of Gong Renqi turned dark, thinking that you are in the stage of transformation, if you don't restrain your momentum, it is not easy to want a look that makes Jindan stage vomit blood...
Uh, the transformation stage...
The palace man recited the term in his mind again, and thought of his cultivation in the Nascent Soul Stage, and finally closed his mouth silently.
Li Zhoumian was too lazy to deal with Li Yinfeng who was lying on the table covered in cold sweat. His indifferent eyes fell on Lin Xunzhou, and he said with a smile: "Sect Master Lin, today I have seen your Mingzong's dominance. Gao Gao Pick it up and put it down gently, is this what Mingzong gave me to Yan Palace?"
Lin Xunzhou tilted his head slightly, clenched the long sword in his hand, and said coldly: "Since Li Shizi knows that this is Mingzong, please do me a favor."
...Sure enough, there is still a conflict!Everyone's heart skipped a beat.The people of Mingzong wanted to go up to persuade their suzerain, but after feeling the sword energy in the air, they didn't dare to move; the people of King Yan's mansion also hesitated to go forward.Li Erba looked at Lin Xunzhou, then at Li Zhoumian, feeling that his mind was at a loss.
A few days ago, Shizi was still telling him that he fell in love with Linzhou; now the two really broke up?
Li Erba hesitated to speak, unbelievable.
But among all the people, the most bewildered and anxious was Yunqiu who was the only one who didn't know about the "grievance" between Li Zhoumian and Lin Xunzhou.
Good young couple, what's the matter, are you going to break up?
Yunqiu sensed that the atmosphere between these two people was not right, and the reactions of the people around them were also not right.She had been fidgeting for a long time, and finally couldn't help but wanted to get up, and she was grabbed by Yichuan Yu next to her after she moved a little.
"Little aunt, shhh, don't get meddled." Yi Chuan Yu gave her a wink.
Long before the banquet started, Lin Xunzhou quietly warned him about what might happen tonight.Yichuanyu watched and ate melons almost the whole time, and now he watched Lin Xunzhou and Li Zhoumian fighting with swords, feeling extremely complicated.
Yun Qiu looked anxious: "They are about to fight, how can this be possible? We must live well..."
Yichuan Yu Youyou said: "No, believe me, you should leave them alone."
Yunqiu: "?"
In the hall, the chill permeated the air.
No one spoke. This time, it was not only because the atmosphere was too serious, but also because of the coercion from the stage of transforming gods, which made people afraid and dared not speak.
Li Yinfeng, who had just vomited blood, broke out in a cold sweat again, and couldn't breathe evenly. The palace servant beside him quickly put his fingertips on his wrist and let out a burst of spiritual energy. Only gradually recovered, and the breathing practice was stable.He glanced at Li Zhoumian with a little fear, and before he had time to curse in his heart, seeing that Li Zhoumian seemed to want to look this way, he quickly lowered his head and didn't dare to say more.
Li Zhoumian was slightly silent, and finally raised his eyebrows and said, "Sect Master Lin, we have long-standing grievances, right?"
Lin Xunzhou's eyes were slightly cold: "Really?"
"This is something that everyone knows." Li Zhoumian smiled lightly, with a gentle coldness in his good-looking eyes, "From the divorce, to Li Sanqi, to today's events, it seems that we can't Get along with."
Li Zhoumian's gold-woven court clothes moved without wind, and his hair rose slightly.He stood in a room with a majestic aura on his body, but it was as if he was standing on the top of ten thousand peaks. The clouds should be surging under his feet, but his hands could turn the clouds and rain. Looking around, the sky and the earth are crouching.
Lin Xunzhou looked at him, and a moment of astonishment flashed in his heart.
Lin Xunzhou held his hand on the hilt of his sword and drew it out of its sheath.
The chill suddenly deepened, and frost blossomed on the beams of the house.Someone lowered his head and found that the wine glass in front of him was covered with a layer of white frost.
The sword energy is like ice, and the sword intent is like snow.
Almost everyone's expressions changed, but there were only a few who remained calm.The Great Elder lowered his head slightly, an inexplicable look flashed in his eyes, as if he was a little happy to see this scene.Yichuan Yu rubbed back, trying to avoid Lin Xunzhou's sword intent, and by the way pulled Yun Qiu who had been in a trance since hearing the word "retirement" as well.
But Li Zhoumian's attention was on the sword in Lin Xunzhou's hand.
A shiny and clear jade pendant hung on the hilt of the sword. There was a little red in the center of the jade pendant, which was thick and soul-stirring.
The mandarin duck pendant was a gift from him, and Lin Xunzhou always kept it with him.
Li Zhoumian couldn't help but feel a little soft when he thought of the other half of the mandarin duck pendant he was wearing.
Fortunately, he and Lin Xunzhou were just acting. If they really turned against each other and turned swords against each other, what should he do if he saw this jade pendant and was reluctant to do it?
He nodded his head to cover up the tenderness in his eyes, and when he raised his head again, he had the expression of a sly smile on his face again.
"Forest
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