Upon hearing Shen Qiang's lazy and arrogant words, the people of Hidden Sword Villa were stunned, while the martial monks of Doushi Temple looked at them with unfriendly eyes.

"I thought it was the people of Heshenghe who didn't know manners, I didn't expect it to be the people of Hidden Sword Villa. I thought esteemed factions would act with discretion, but didn't expect them to lose their minds."

"Hmph, it seems they clearly don't see us monks in their eyes."

"Do they think Shen Qiang is dead and are here to snatch things? In broad daylight, under the clear sky, how could they act so recklessly!"

As they spoke, several among the monks erupted with True Yuan, their cultivation at least above the Mixed Element Realm.

Such a situation naturally forced the people of Hidden Sword Villa, who didn't fully understand whether Doushi Temple came for a meal or to offer support, to draw their weapons as well.

At this point.

A few of the hot-tempered monks slammed the table and stood up.

And while the fiery monks of Doushi Temple confronted the people of Hidden Sword Villa, they looked up at the Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa on the third floor terrace and said coldly, "Is it a recording or a disguise? Shen Qiang being alive is impossible. If you think a random person can scare me off with a few words, you're underestimating Hidden Sword Villa too much."

Upon hearing this, Shen Qiang, seated on the third floor terrace, laughed, "Want to see me? No problem."

With that, Shen Qiang got up and strolled outside at leisure.

Beside him were the Beautiful Demon Fox Chu Qing and the beautiful warrior Kang Luoying.

At the same time.

With bright eyes, Zuo Lianghao transmitted his voice, "Dad, it's Shen Qiang, it's his voice, I wouldn't mistake it."

The Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa replied coldly, "It might also be a recording, there's no reason for him not to be dead."

Zuo Lianghao felt helpless.

Meanwhile, the Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa, looking at the angry martial monks, said, "Masters, don't misunderstand, we're here just to resolve some issues with Shen Qiang and Heshenghe, it doesn't concern you."

Hearing this, a martial monk replied coldly, "Donor, you're mistaken. Though I'm just a lowly monk, I know what righteousness is. If you are here for robbery, I urge you to leave quickly, or don't blame me for ferrying you away."

"Shut your mouth, bald donkey!" The elder of Hidden Sword Villa was furious, "Eat your vegetarian meal and then get lost, this matter doesn't warrant your interference."

Instantly, the monks' eyes burned hot.

The suppressed killing intent over the years spread along with the incense's aroma.

This made the Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa feel vaguely uneasy.

And almost at the same time.

With clear footsteps, Shen Qiang, surrounded by Beautiful Demon Fox Chu Qing and the beautiful warrior Kang Luoying, walked out.

The moment they saw Shen Qiang.

The people of Hidden Sword Villa were all stunned.

"It's really Shen Qiang, he's not dead."

"How is that possible?"

Amidst the murmurs, the Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa frowned at Shen Qiang and then sneered coldly, "Useless coward. I thought you, Shen Qiang, were a man of your word, but you're just a timorous criminal. Standing here means you didn't dare move the Five Assistant Swords."

Shen Qiang laughed, raised an eyebrow calmly, "Whether I moved the Five Assistant Swords or not is not the issue. The key issue is, what do you intend to do here?"

Instantly.

The people of Hidden Sword Villa looked at each other.

They had come here in such a hurry, naturally with the intention to take over Heshenghe while Shen Qiang was presumed dead, leaving the organization leaderless.

But this could be done and planned, yet it couldn't be spoken of openly in front of everyone.

Because that would be a typical act of a villain.

Doing it quietly, no one could say anything, but if the thought was voiced and they failed, Hidden Sword Villa would become a laughingstock.

The Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa, cunning and sly, said, "We just came to see if you, Shen Qiang, have the courage to use the Five Assistant Swords. Since you didn't dare, it means you're just a coward. Not only that, the whole cultivation world knows it's you who stole our Five Assistant Swords from Hidden Sword Villa."

"That's why we came this time, to demand back the sword. Shen Qiang, you must hand over the Five Assistant Swords and cure my son's poison today, and our grudges will be wiped clean."

Shen Qiang smiled, "What if I say no?"

"Then don't blame me for being rude!" The Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa said coldly and angrily, "I'll level Heshenghe Mountain Villa today, and no one can say anything." Glancing at the monks of Doushi Temple nearby, he sneered, "Of course, if any fool is willing to be a lackey under Heshenghe and oppose me, they'll be sent to the afterlife together."

Instantly, the monks of Doushi Temple looked at each other.

Meanwhile, the new abbot sat there quietly as if oblivious to everything, silently enjoying the fine food, leaving one to ponder his intent.

This was an old fox.

Hearing these words, Shen Qiang smiled slightly at the new abbot of Doushi Temple, then calmly said, "Knowing is one thing, having evidence is another, and being able to get it back is yet another matter. Everyone in the cultivation world knows I stole from the Treasure Assembly, and they know I sent people to destroy Qingyun Sword Pavilion and Carefree Valley's strongholds."

"Not only that, they know I killed the Great Elder of Qingyun Sword Pavilion and also killed Sha Jianming." Looking seriously at the Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa, Shen Qiang said, "So if you are smart, take your people and leave. In fact, considering Zuo Lianghao is a member of our Heshenghe, I've never planned to target Hidden Sword Villa, so it's still not too late to stop now."

Hearing this.

The people of Hidden Sword Villa present were embarrassed.

Because the truth was, Shen Qiang had indeed thrown filth on the Baihua Palace goddess statue, roasted the Immortal Crane of Baihua Palace, killed people, and even took down the bases of Qingyun Sword Pavilion and Carefree Valley, but truly, he had never once touched Hidden Sword Villa directly.

Even at Baihua Palace when Hidden Sword Villa seemed to ally with Qingyun Sword Pavilion and Carefree Valley against Shen Qiang, he didn't move against Hidden Sword Villa.

This truth made Zuo Lianghao blush a bit.

The Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa saw the people with him disheartened, their spirits incredibly low, and angrily said, "You poisoned Zuo Lianghao!"

"Then ask him if the poison I gave hindered his cultivation or life? Do I not pay him higher wages than you at Hidden Sword Villa?" Shen Qiang raised an eyebrow.

Instantly.

Zuo Lianghao was stunned.

His mind buzzed.

"I felt no pain, no itch, nothing affected my life or cultivation. Not only that, Heshenghe pays me monthly according to the Mixed Element Realm standard, with full bonuses and benefits."

Looking at the embarrassed and stunned Zuo Lianghao, blushing.

The Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa shouted angrily, "Still, you forced him, which is a crime. If you don't hand over the Five Assistant Swords today, I will certainly flatten Heshenghe!"

Hearing this.

Shen Qiang's expression cooled down, calmly saying, "Want the Five Assistant Swords? Alright, but I'm afraid you don't have the skill to take it back!"

Saying that, Shen Qiang gently waved his hand.

In an instant.

The Five Assistant Swords, filled with the fury of True Yuan, soared into the sky.

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