Chapter 88

Guang Yi still did not respond, which was considered an acknowledgment of Guang Xiao's words. After Guang Xiao smiled at Yan Aihou again, he said, "If those things were not given by the previous Grand Master, it would be fine. No matter how precious they are, it wouldn't matter if I gave them to Mr. Wu Mian. But since they were given by the late master, I dare not lose them."

Now, Guang Ren no longer mentioned Wu Mian's identity and no longer claimed to be a disciple of the Fangshi. It seemed he had long been prepared to draw a clear line with the Fangshi sect. He was determined to get something today.

"Wait a moment, I have a few words to say." Before Yan Aihou could speak, Gui Bu Gui, who was standing to the side, preemptively said, "When did that old man Xu Fu ever become so generous, and even know to give his disciples the family treasures? But knowing that this white-eyed wolf disciple would change sects and likely become an enemy of the Fangshi sect in the future, he still gave the treasures of our sect. What does this mean? Did the master and disciple both change sects? If so, it would be better to change the name of the Fangshi and consider everyone as having joined the new sect."

"Brother Gui, the profound thoughts of the previous Grand Master are not something you or I can understand," said Guang Xiao, his face showing no embarrassment after being exposed. He laughed indifferently and continued, "However, in gratitude for Mr. Wu Mian's help in managing the late master's affairs, I can still select half of them to give to him as a token of respect."

"Wu Mian should thank you very much," Yan Aihou smiled slightly and snapped his fingers at Wu Mian. Wu Mian then regained his freedom, stretched his limbs, and was about to speak to the person who had immobilized him when the naked-bottomed little Ren San preemptively asked Wu Mian, "This person says that Xu Fu once asked you to hand over something to him. Is that true? By the way, what did Xu Fu give you?"

Wu Mian stared at Guang Xiao, who was looking at him, and after a cold laugh, his answer shocked everyone present: "Yes!"

Seeing Guang Xiao, who could hardly believe it himself, Wu Mian laughed coldly again and continued, "Before Xu Fu set sail, he entrusted me with all the secret techniques of the Fangshi sect. Now these secrets are with me. If you have the ability, come and take them. If you don't want to take them by force, then exchange your life for them!"

"Grand Master, did you hear what Wu Mian said?" Guang Xiao laughed and turned to look at Yan Aihou, continuing, "Since Mr. Wu Mian has spoken, I will not be polite." As he spoke, Guang Xiao no longer paid attention to Yan Aihou and the others, and turned to walk towards Wu Mian.

At the same time that Guang Xiao stood up, Guang Yi instantly took his place. His body flickered, and he was already standing where Guang Xiao had been, blocking Yan Aihou and Gui Bu Gui. At this moment, the disciples of Guang Xiao and Guang Yi also came over and stood behind Guang Yi, forming a barrier in the center between Yan Aihou, Gui Bu Gui, and Wu Mian.

Seeing Guang Xiao approaching Wu Mian, neither Gui Bu Gui nor Yan Aihou showed any intention of intervening. The two of them just smiled faintly at Guang Yi and the others, as if they were expecting Guang Xiao to suffer. The little Ren San was the first to lose his patience, looking at the two and saying, "Is our ginseng's eyesight not good enough? Why do I see no chance of victory for the white-haired Wu?"

"The little guy, your eyesight is good. My newly recognized junior brother indeed has no chance of winning," Yan Aihou smiled at the little Ren San and paused, then continued, "This Guang Xiao has received the true teachings of Xu Fu. If the two of them fight, Wu Mian won't last a single move."

"Are you just going to stand here and watch Wu Mian make a fool of himself?" The little Ren San glared at Yan Aihou and clenched his pink little fists, continuing, "After all, he is your newly recognized junior brother. Are you just going to watch him get beaten up?"

"My junior brother needs someone to beat him up," Yan Aihou smiled at the little Ren San and then shifted his gaze to Gui Bu Gui, who was smirking. After a pause, he continued, "I don't know what Xu Fu saw in Wu Mian, but my junior brother's current temperament is too fierce. If his strange personality isn't corrected in time, he will suffer a great loss in the future. Immortality does not mean invincibility. With his current skills, there are many people who can take his life. Old Gui, am I right?"

Hearing Yan Aihou mention him, Gui Bu Gui reined in his smile and looked at the first Grand Master, saying, "You are right, little Wu Mian needs someone to discipline him from time to time. I know his temper too well. If he isn't beaten up often, he will eventually—"

Before Gui Bu Gui could finish, a deafening explosion suddenly erupted from where Wu Mian and Guang Xiao were. Gui Bu Gui and Yan Aihou's eyes widened. The old man Gui Bu Gui clicked his teeth and pointed at a person lying on the ground, covered in blood, saying, "What is this? Guang Xiao! You have disappointed me!"

While Gui Bu Gui and the others were talking, Guang Xiao had already walked to Wu Mian's side. In Guang Xiao's eyes, Wu Mian's current strength was not worth a single blow. Out of respect for Yan Aihou, he planned to give Wu Mian one last chance. If Wu Mian still refused after being given three chances, he could not be blamed for being ruthless.

Guang Xiao smiled and stood in front of Wu Mian, about to say a few polite words. Suddenly, he saw Wu Mian extend his right hand. Guang Xiao laughed coldly in his heart, thinking it was just another spell like the fire dragon. Such spells could be easily broken by a junior like Huo Shan, let alone a master like himself.

What Guang Xiao did not expect was that when Wu Mian revealed his palm, there was only a red pearl-like sphere. Guang Xiao was initially stunned, but quickly recognized the origin of the red pearl. His face changed dramatically, and he instantly unleashed all his techniques, forming a nearly transparent armor around his body.

Almost simultaneously with the appearance of the transparent armor, the red pearl in Wu Mian's hand suddenly emitted a blinding light. A tremendous force then roared out from the pearl, striking Guang Xiao directly. The newly defected Guang Xiao didn't even have time to make a sound before he was thrown dozens of feet away, crashing through the eastern wall of the hall and landing amidst the rubble.

Gui Bu Gui and Yan Aihou had both thought that the confrontation between Wu Mian and Guang Xiao would be a foregone conclusion. They had deliberately avoided looking, not wanting to see Wu Mian's injuries. Since Guang Xiao had no intention of seriously harming Wu Mian before obtaining what he wanted, no one expected the situation to turn so completely.

Wu Mian himself was also surprised by the power of the small pearl in his hand, and he stared at it in shock.

"Wu Mian, what do you have in your hand!" At this moment, Gui Bu Gui also saw the pearl in Wu Mian's hand. After recognizing it, the old man involuntarily trembled and instinctively reached for his armpit, muttering, "It must be a hallucination. There are many things in the world that are not what they seem. This thing has always been hidden in my flesh. Wu Mian! I will fight you to the death!"

The last few words were almost shouted with tears in his eyes. His body flickered, and he instantly appeared in front of Wu Mian. Like he had done with Huo Shan, he seemed to go mad, raising his hand to strike Wu Mian's head.

At the same moment the old man appeared beside Wu Mian, the red pearl emitted another blinding light, and another force erupted from it, striking Gui Bu Gui and throwing him dozens of feet away, landing next to Guang Xiao. Fortunately, the force had already been largely expended, so it did not take Gui Bu Gui's life.