Swords emerge from Mount Hua, sweeping across the heavens from the world of Swordsman.

Qu Yang waved his hand to interrupt Liu Zhengfeng, and laughed:

"Since Master Yue was able to protect my brother's family, I, Qu, can finally put my mind at ease and no longer feel guilty."

"You Dings, come on then! Let this devil, Qu, also experience the skills of the Songshan Sect."

"Brother Qu!"

Liu Zhengfeng grabbed Qu Yang's arm and subconsciously looked at Yue Zhuoqun, but couldn't say anything.

Yue Zhuoqun standing up for him was already an immense favor.

Qu Yang was, after all, an elder of the Sun Moon Sect, so there was no reason for him to ask Yue Zhuoqun to save Qu Yang again.

However, Yue Zhuoqun took the initiative to speak:

"Qu Yang, Junior Brother Liu said that you and I are kindred spirits and have known each other since childhood. We have never conspired to harm the righteous martial arts world."

But this is only his own opinion, and it's not convincing. Are you willing to risk your life to prove Liu's innocence?

"Naturally willing!"

"it is good!"

Yue Zhuoqun clapped his hands and stood up: "Come here and take my palm strike. If you die, consider it your fate to suffer this calamity. If you are lucky enough to survive, come back to Mount Hua with me and imprison yourself. From now on, you may never leave Mount Hua."

"Senior Brother Yue, please let me take the blow in place of Brother Qu." Liu Zhengfeng stepped forward eagerly.

In the past two days, Yue Zhuoqun hadn't made many moves, but he understood that his skill level was absolutely unimaginable.

"No one else can do this for him. Even if Qu Yang is as chivalrous as you say, this is the consequence he must bear as an elder of the demonic path!"

"Hahaha, Sect Leader Yue is right, my good brother, you don't need to stop us anymore." Qu Yang laughed heartily and walked boldly to Yue Zhuoqun.

"In the past, I thought that all upright people, except for Brother Liu, were just people who sought fame and fortune. Today I realize that there are also heroes like Headmaster Yue who understand the principles of things."

The Gentleman's Sword is worthy of being called a great hero of his generation.

Come on, even if I die, I will not regret it!

He hung his hands naturally at his sides, head held high, chest out, eyes radiating arrogance, neither adopting any defensive stance nor using his internal energy to resist.

This clearly indicates that he is going to take Yue Zhuoqun's palm strike head-on.

"Given his performance, it seems that what Liu Zhengfeng said was not untrue."

The crowd nodded in agreement, their perception of Qu Yang changing considerably.

This act of bravely sacrificing himself for a friend is something most people wouldn't do; it's upright, honorable, and demonstrates chivalrous spirit.

Yue Zhuoqun slowly raised his right palm, his face radiating purple energy, and an invisible wave of energy filled his entire body, causing his light blue Taoist robe to billow.

Those who were close by felt an overwhelming pressure, and were deeply shocked.

Such powerful skill! What amazing Zixia Divine Skill!

Yue Zhuoqun struck out with his palm, which landed heavily on Qu Yang's chest.

Bang!

There was a muffled sound.

Qu Yang's body flew high into the air, like a collapsing mountain rock. He tumbled five or six times in the air, spat out a mouthful of blood, and crashed onto the open ground more than ten meters away, motionless.

"Brother Qu!"

"grandfather!"

Liu Zhengfeng and the thirteen or fourteen-year-old girl rushed to Qu Yang's side, their faces full of anxiety.

The young girl, Qu Feiyan, stretched out her white, slender fingers and cautiously tested Qu Yang's breathing.

Her body stiffened, and she slumped to the ground, tears the size of soybeans rolling down her cheeks: "Grandpa is dead, sob sob sob~"

But as soon as she finished speaking, Qu Yang's body trembled violently, and he spat out another mouthful of blood. He then slowly opened his eyes.

"Thank you so much, Sect Leader Yue... for showing mercy..."

His voice was weak and his breath was barely audible, but his cheeks regained their rosy color, clearly indicating that he was no longer in mortal danger.

"No need to thank me. I didn't hold back. I can only say that you were destined to survive."

Qu Yang managed a weak smile and said nothing more.

He knew better than anyone whether he had shown mercy or not.

The moment Yue Zhuoqun's palm touched his chest, he truly felt Yue Zhuoqun's terrifying power. It was not only as powerful as a surging wave, but also had a continuous and unending force, like a thousand layers of giant waves.

He had only ever felt such skill from Ren Woxing, the former leader of the Sun Moon Cult; even the current leader, Dongfang Bubai, was inferior.

Even if he had used his internal energy to resist, he would have been completely unable to withstand the impact of that palm strike.

Yue Zhuoqun's palm strike was concealed and not released. Although it seemed terrifying and sent him flying, it was all just a show. His internal injuries were not serious.

I sighed inwardly, realizing today what a hero truly is!

At this moment, Yue Zhuoqun turned his gaze to Ding Mian and the others: "Now, what else do you have to say?"

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Chapter 45 Quest Progress Improved Again

Ding Mian and the other two remained silent.

Everything he wanted to do and everyone he wanted to deal with was stopped by Yue Zhuoqun. What else was there to say?

"Since Senior Brother Yue has intervened in this matter, we naturally have nothing to say. However, we will report today's events to Senior Brother Zuo truthfully."

"Heh, do as you please." Yue Zhuoqun didn't take the other party's veiled warning to heart at all.

If Zuo Lengchan doesn't come looking for trouble, fine. But if he really dares to, it would be a perfect excuse to take back the position of leader of the Five Mountains Alliance from Mount Hua.

Seeing that Qu Yang was out of danger, Liu Zhengfeng was finally relieved. He walked up to Yue Zhuoqun and bowed respectfully, saying, "Thank you for your righteous help, Senior Brother Yue. I will always remember your kindness today."

Yue Zhuoqun offered his gratitude with a gesture of respect: "Junior Brother Liu, what are your plans next?"

Liu Zhengfeng paused, realizing he was in an awkward situation.

The reason for retiring from the criminal life was that the safety of Qu Yang and his family had been resolved by Yue Zhuoqun, but his own retirement from the criminal life was neither going well nor going badly.

The conference was held, but the hands weren't washed. Does this mean they've retired from the martial arts world or not?

Should we bring the golden basin back and wash it again?

If they wash their hands, will those who hate the Sun Moon Cult really be willing to put aside their hatred and not cause trouble for themselves and their families?

I'm afraid not!

After all, the secret of his relationship with Qu Yang had been exposed. Even if they didn't cause trouble openly, they would still target him secretly.

At that time, without the protection of an official position, the deterrence of a sect, or the assistance of fellow practitioners, how can I withstand it?

But if he doesn't leave the martial arts world, having invited so many martial arts figures today and made such a big joke, how can he still have the face to stay in the Hengshan Sect?

Besides, he and his senior brother, the sect leader, had different pursuits and ideals, and hadn't had much contact for several years, so there was no point in staying with a guilty conscience.

But if I leave Hengshan, where in this vast world can I find a place to belong?

"Alas! Junior Brother Liu possesses such martial arts skills; it would be a pity if he were to truly retire from the martial world," Yue Zhuoqun said with a sigh, seeing the conflicted look on his face.

Liu Zhengfeng was startled by those words, and his eyes lit up.

Yup!

Senior Brother Yue, Huashan Sect!

If I could have Senior Brother Yue's protection, I would have no worries about the future, whether I retire from the martial arts world or not.

Moreover, if you go to Mount Hua, you can often see Brother Qu and exchange musical ideas.

Thinking of this, he gritted his teeth and bowed again: "Senior Brother Yue, after what happened today, I have no face to stay in Hengshan Sect anymore. Please take me in."

Everyone in the room stared at Liu Zhengfeng in surprise, never expecting him to make such a decision.

Ding Mian and the other two gritted their teeth in anger.

They had already experienced the power of the Huashan Sect, and with Liu Zhengfeng joining, their strength would be even greater. The Songshan Sect's position would be in grave danger, and they couldn't help but speak up:

“Junior Brother Liu, all your martial arts skills were taught by the Hengshan Sect. If you bring your skills to Mount Hua, wouldn’t that be tantamount to handing over the sect’s martial arts? How can you face the ancestors of the Hengshan Sect?”

"you……"

Liu Zhengfeng absolutely hated these three guys; they were always making things difficult for him!

"Am I being too lenient with you three?" Yue Zhuoqun suddenly waved his sleeve.

"Buzz!"

Purple mist surged, and invisible internal energy rushed out.

Ding Mian and the other two were horrified and instinctively tried to resist with their palms, but before they could even raise their hands, they felt a thousand giant waves crashing against their chests.

Humph~

He retreated four or five steps in a row, his internal organs trembled, and his blood surged upward.