Martial Arts Crossover: Something's Wrong with This Evil Sect

The originally lively scene instantly turned extremely awkward after Liu Zhengfeng knelt down to thank the imperial court for its grace.

Liu Zhengfeng ignored the reactions of others and politely saw off the official who delivered the imperial edict.

Meanwhile, the faces of Yue Buqun, Tianmen Daoren, Dingyi Shitai, and other high-ranking members of the Five Mountains Alliance who had just come out were not very good. Many hot-tempered martial arts figures left in anger, and the atmosphere in the room suddenly turned cold.

Many of you here came because of Liu Zhengfeng's reputation in the martial arts world. We all make a living in the martial arts world, and yet you've suddenly become the person your brothers hate the most?

It's just a trivial official position; isn't that a clear sign of looking down on the martial arts world?

In other words, Liu Zhengfeng was about to retire from the martial arts world. Otherwise, it wouldn't have been as simple as him leaving in anger; he might have cursed a few times to vent his frustration.

Liu Zhengfeng was also aware that the current situation had touched a major taboo in the martial arts world.

However, since he has already made up his mind to retire from the martial arts world, he naturally doesn't need to worry too much.

The position of military commander that I bought, although not a high-ranking official, had little to do. It also provided me with a place to rely on after I retired. After all, what if some unethical people came along when I said I was leaving the martial world?

As long as I successfully retire from this life today, I will have nothing to worry about in the future. The thought of playing the flute and strings with Qu Yang made me even more determined.

However, we can't celebrate prematurely; there's still one last step to take!

He took a deep breath, bowed to the crowd, and said loudly, "It is truly an honor for me, Liu Zhengfeng, that you, fellow martial artists, have come from afar to attend my retirement ceremony. I am deeply grateful. After retiring from the martial world today, I am no longer a member of the martial arts world, and all past grudges are no longer my concern..."

Liu Zhengfeng spoke earnestly, most importantly expressing his determination to retire from the martial world, meaning that from now on there would only be Liu Zhengfeng, the military commander, and no more Liu Zhengfeng of Hengshan.

As soon as he finished speaking, two Hengshan disciples slowly walked over carrying a golden basin that was half a foot in diameter and shimmering with light. They then respectfully placed it on the tea table.

The basin was already filled with clean water. According to the procedure, the ceremony would be officially completed once Liu Zhengfeng washed his hands in the golden basin.

The affairs of the martial arts world were no longer his concern. Normally, at such times, people from the martial arts world would offer words of congratulations such as "retiring gracefully" and "great wisdom and courage." But now, the room was silent, and no one came forward to offer their blessings.

Liu Zhengfeng didn't mind. He walked slowly to the golden basin, gently lifted his sleeves, and prepared to complete the ritual of washing his hands in the golden basin.

From now on, it doesn't matter how people in the martial arts world view him. He will be a military officer in the imperial court from now on. Anyone who dares to touch him is going against the imperial court, and naturally, violent agencies such as the Eastern and Western Depots and the Six Doors will come to reason with him.

Thinking about the wonderful life he would have with Qu Yang in the future, a smile unconsciously crept onto his lips.

Just then, a loud and clear shout came from the doorway.

"Stop! No washing your hands!"

Dan Tianxie raised an eyebrow. The main character he had been waiting for had finally arrived, and the grand show was finally about to begin!

The martial arts practitioners present were all shocked, thinking to themselves: Who dares to oppose Liu Zhengfeng at this time? Why choose this moment to cause trouble, showing no respect for Hengshan at all?

Liu Zhengfeng seemed not to hear the stern shout, but instead sped up and reached for the golden basin. You think you can just stop when I say so?

I, Liu, am the second-in-command, so why should I need others to tell me what to do?

Once I've cleaned up my life, I don't care who he is. Let him try to mess with me if he dares!

"How brave!"

Seeing that Liu Zhengfeng was not following the expected moves, the person who spoke shouted angrily, and then a streak of light flashed in his hand.

With a sharp whooshing sound, it arrived in front of Liu Zhengfeng in an instant and rushed straight towards the golden basin!

A hidden weapon struck the edge of the golden basin with perfect accuracy.

With a loud crash, the golden basin overturned instantly, spilling water all over the floor, some of which splashed onto Liu Zhengfeng's fine clothes.

Liu Zhengfeng's expression changed drastically. Was he really being disrespectful?

Another whooshing sound rang out in the air.

With a "stomp".

A five-colored brocade banner was stuck straight on the coffee table! The banner was adorned with pearls and gemstones, and it swayed gently in the high stool, emitting a dazzling light!

Liu Zhengfeng looked at the five-colored brocade banner in front of him, his face darkened, and his heart sank.

He clenched his fist tightly inside his sleeve and said, word by word, "The Five Mountains Alliance Leader's Command Flag!"

Upon seeing this, Yue Buqun and the others stood up one after another. This Five Mountains Alliance Leader's Command Flag still held great authority among the Five Mountains.

This was agreed upon when the Five Mountains Sword Sects formed an alliance. They agreed to assist each other in offense and defense, and that they must obey the orders of the alliance leader whenever there was anything related to the five sects.

In short, seeing the command flag is like seeing the leader of the alliance!

Yue Buqun stared at the jewel-encrusted command flag, a fervent glint in his eyes—he wanted it!

Then he turned his gaze to the direction of the gate.

Four burly men dressed in yellow shirts swaggered in through the gate and stood guard on both sides.

A tall, imposing man strode in. He was about forty years old, of medium build, and exceptionally thin. He had a mustache on his upper lip. He was Fei Bin, one of the Thirteen Protectors of Songshan. Behind him were Ding Mian, the Pagoda-Bearing Hand, and Lu Bai, the Crane-Hand.

Fei Bin entered the room, his gaze sharp as he stared directly at Liu Zhengfeng. “Senior Brother Liu, by order of Alliance Leader Zuo, your retirement ceremony will be postponed!”

Liu Zhengfeng's heart tightened. Why did they choose this time to come? If they came looking for trouble after he had retired from his criminal life, he wouldn't be afraid at all, since he was now a member of the imperial court.

However, he has not yet completed his retirement from the martial arts world. In principle, he is still a member of the martial arts world, still Liu Zhengfeng of the Hengshan Sect, and must be subject to Zuo Lengchan, the leader of the Five Mountains Sword Alliance.

Zuo Lengchan wouldn't let him retire from the martial arts world, so he couldn't continue, because it was against the rules and the martial arts community wouldn't approve of such behavior.

On the surface, he remained calm and composed, and gave a cold smile: "So it's my fellow disciples from the Songshan Sect. I, Liu, have already sent the invitation to Songshan today as I'm retiring from the martial world."

Why didn't you mention it then, Mr. Liu? Why did you have to come and disrupt my ceremony today? Do you really think I, Mr. Liu, and Hengshan are easy to bully?

These words were barbed and pointed, and although everyone felt that Liu Zhengfeng's previous actions were unethical, they were still deeply affected.

However, everyone felt that the Songshan Sect was being too unreasonable. They didn't say anything when others sent them invitations, but now they came to the National People's Congress to cause trouble, which was indeed excessive.

Fei Bin completely ignored Liu Zhengfeng and instead greeted Yue Buqun, Tianmen Daoist, and Master Dingyi first.

He had just looked at Liu Zhengfeng with arrogance, "Senior Brother Liu originally wanted to save you some face, but now that your affair has been exposed, I only have one question for you: what is your relationship with Qu Yang of the Sun Moon Demonic Sect!"

Upon hearing this, Yue Buqun and Abbess Dingyi, who had intended to speak up for him, stopped in their tracks. Their hearts skipped a beat. How did Liu Zhengfeng get involved with the Sun Moon Demonic Sect?

All eyes turned to Liu Zhengfeng, waiting to see how he would answer the question.

"Grandpa Liu won't admit it, will he? Only a fool would admit to something like that!"

Mo Xiaobei said in a low voice. After all, based on her experience, the issue that everyone was focused on was obviously not a good thing. It was best not to admit it at this time, in order to avoid problems later.

"Don't worry, Xiao Bei. With Liu Sanye's great reputation, he's definitely not stupid."

Guo Furong comforted her from the side.

Dan Tianxie remained noncommittal, saying that Liu Zhengfeng's actions were beyond his imagination.

He was thinking about how to make a legitimate move later and keep the group from Songshan alive, so that those bald monks from Shaolin wouldn't bother him for the time being. He glanced at Mo Xiaobei beside him, thinking that he would have to rely on the brat.

At this moment, under the watchful eyes of everyone, Liu Zhengfeng's previously calm expression immediately changed, his lips tightened, and he remained silent.

Seeing Liu Zhengfeng's reaction, Guo Furong was a little surprised. Could he really admit it? I was right. The famous Third Master Liu really is a fool.

Fei Bin and the other two exchanged glances.

Fei Bin suddenly shouted, "Liu Zhengfeng, do you dare to do it but not admit it?! Do you even know Qu Yang?!"