I am just a mortal, why do you all worship me as a saint?

Chapter 201: Bai Qianshan, we are determined to win!

Gu Heng knew that he was actually spoiling Qin Yiyao too much.

But if we don't spoil her, what kind of justice is that? She's such a beautiful, quiet, and easy-going girl; it seems impossible not to spoil her.

Are you suggesting we beat or scold them?

Gu Heng wasn't that kind of person, especially not one to be so cruel as to hit her.

If he spoils her like this, she might become arrogant and unruly one day. Then, when he, as her master, gets old, he'll have to worry about being bullied by his disciple.

Sigh... Oh well, I'll just spoil him then.

Why worry about what to do next? "Master, I'm hungry."

Qin Yiyao suddenly called out to him.

Gu Heng stopped and turned around: "You've only eaten two big bowls of noodles."

"No, I want something sweet."

Oh, she's craving dessert. Qin Yiyao loves sweets and has made red bean pastries, glutinous rice lotus root, and osmanthus cakes herself. She can eat as much as she makes, the kind of dessert she can show off.

"Okay, I'll make it for you, alright?"

Gu Heng sighed, turned around and went back to the back room to make desserts for the little girl.

Qin Yiyao smiled so hard her eyes curved into crescent moons.

She knew she was being a bit of a troublemaker, but since she had such a good-tempered master, wouldn't it be a waste of this precious time spent together as master and disciple if she didn't act a little out of line?

Yes, that's it. ...

Baidi Prefecture, Bai Family.

In the main hall of the Bai family, the patriarch Bai Qianshan sat in the main seat. There were two other people present in the hall: Bai Mo and Old Gu Tou.

Old Gu Tou was still wearing that old-fashioned robe, and his carving shop in Yunling City had been closed for quite some time.

For nothing else.

Since the Blood Shadow Tower wasn't eradicated, he naturally had no need to return to Cloud Spirit City.

If he wants to go back, he must bring good news; otherwise, how can he face Gu Heng?

However, the Blood Shadow Tower was indeed very good at hiding. After Young Master Gu's disciple was assassinated, Old Man Gu immediately went to the Bai family and told him that the Blood Shadow Tower must die, and the Bai family would naturally have to do their part.

But nearly two months have passed. Blood Shadow Tower is still alive and well within the territory of the Sunflame Dynasty. Although many of its branch strongholds outside have been destroyed, as long as the main altar remains, it will always be a thorn in the side.

Come to think of it, those guys seemed to know they'd messed with the wrong people.

So they quickly became cowards and never showed up. The Blood Shadow Tower itself was extremely mysterious, and no matter how many people came to seek revenge, they never appeared.

but.

Now things have taken a turn for the better!

Bai Mo went to Yunling City and brought back information about the Blood Shadow Tower!

It is said that it was provided by the Nianling Sect. Of course, it is highly questionable why the Nianling Sect would have the ability to provide such explosive information, but it is better to take it than not.

With this intelligence, completely annihilating the Blood Shadow Tower this time will definitely not be a problem! "Clan Chief Bai, have you made up your mind?"

Old Gu Tou was a little irritated, occasionally scratching his messy beard.

He hasn't made a move these past few days.

Because the Bai family patriarch gave him a solemn guarantee, telling him that it would be time for him, the "Qianbi Killing Demon," to make his move once the location of the Blood Shadow Tower's headquarters appeared.

Then I waited for many days.

Old Man's beard grew a bit longer as they waited.

He was beginning to doubt the Bai family's capabilities. Although he knew the Bai family intended to cling firmly to Young Master Gu's coattails—after all, Bai Qianshan's daughter was already living under the same roof as Young Master Gu—he naturally wanted the Bai family to appear to be "somewhat useful"...

For example, to wipe out the Blood Shadow Tower and avenge Gu Heng's apprentice and the proud daughter of the Bai family.

But this efficiency seems a bit embarrassing. "Haha, of course, what else is there to consider?"

Bai Qianshan laughed and said, "Old Gu, if it weren't for you, I would have been helpless against the Blood Shadow Tower, but now—with us joining forces, victory is assured!"

Old Gu grumbled, "That's true. Blood Shadow Tower is easy to deal with, but their background is not simple. Since you've made a decision, don't give up halfway."

He had heard of the Blood Shadow Tower's reputation.

Because it wasn't just during the Japanese Empire.

Before Old Gutou came to the Sunflame Dynasty to live in seclusion, he was a rogue cultivator with a mixed reputation in the martial arts world. The Blood Shadow Tower's existence was not limited to the Sunflame Dynasty.

To have the ability to expand the Blood Shadow Tower across the land, and to engage in such a life-threatening business, one would likely have attracted widespread attacks long ago without a powerful backer. Yet, the Blood Shadow Tower continues to thrive. This is undoubtedly related to that mysterious "powerful backer."

Who is this "backer," and which top power is he... Old Gu doesn't know either.

He was only at the Tribulation Transcending stage and did not yet have the strength or qualifications to understand the secrets behind it, but one thing he was very clear about was that destroying the Blood Shadow Tower would be a disaster.

However, rather than being wary of Blood Shadow Tower's backing, it's more accurate to say that for doing this for Gu Heng, what does that "backing" even matter?

Old Lao Tou didn't care about that.

He had lived in seclusion for decades, disheartened, until he gained a breakthrough and enlightenment from Gu Heng's calligraphy scroll. This was an immense favor, and Old Gu naturally had to repay it.

But the Bai family, especially Bai Qianshan's attitude.

This is what deserves attention.

After all, Bai Qianshan was an old fox, and one who prioritized the interests of the clan above all else. "Don't worry, Old Gu."

Bai Qianshan patted his chest and said, "This time, the annihilation of the Blood Shadow Tower will be absolutely foolproof."

His eyes gleamed with a cold, determined light.

Now that he finally has the opportunity to show his skills for the reclusive powerhouse who favors his daughter and uproot the Blood Shadow Tower, Bai Qianshan naturally wants to do his best. How could he possibly back down at the last minute?

As a father, he needs to do well on his side so that Bai Feier can have a better chance to bring good fortune to the Bai family, right?

As long as that "Young Master Gu" bestows anything upon her, Bai Feier's cultivation path will likely be smooth sailing from now on, without any obstacles. If she can take off, the Bai family will also soar to new heights!

Until then.

In this era of the Yan Dynasty, even being a vassal of the Bai family is not enough!

After a moment of silence, the old man slowly uttered four words:

"I hope so." He saw the excitement and elation hidden in Bai Qianshan's eyes, but said nothing.

This person's mind is filled with nothing but self-interest.