The knife, finally cleaned of bloodstains, returned to its sheath.

Shi Chun hadn't intended to kill the two so quickly. He had planned to keep them as hostages for a while longer, especially since the issue with the Hu Yan sect wasn't resolved yet, and it could have been useful to threaten Hu Yan with these two disciples later on.

Since they were still somewhat useful, there was no need to rush to dispose of them.

However, Chao Zhilin's outcry had completely changed his decision. It should be noted that Mao Zhong had also seen the Demonic Qi, so keeping the hostages among a crowd was indeed not safe, hence he decided to swiftly end them altogether.

Xiang Laner quickly understood the reason behind Shi Chun's swift knife work; Chao Zhilin's shout had startled her as well.

There was no need to search the bodies on the ground. When they had captured them, Wu Jinliang had already stripped them clean, so this time they were spared any further embarrassment in front of everyone.

The three people in the mirror image rode the Wind Scale, quickly ascending into the sky.

The training ground, which was bustling just moments ago, suddenly became quiet again, with everyone watching in stunned silence.

Elder Luo Feilie from the Yuanjian Palace became the person who hastily stood up, as the skin on his face could be seen trembling.

The two disciples beside him also stood up one after another, their faces filled with indignation.

Elder Ke and Yin Huixin, along with a disciple from Wukang Mountain accompanying them, were completely dumbfounded as they watched the mirror's image. They felt like Wukang Mountain had fallen into a deep pit out of nowhere, and every time they tried to climb out, a large rock would immediately smash down on them.

Covered in a cloak, Feng Chi, whose gaze was fixed on the mirror, clenched her fists tightly and also bit her lip hard. Blood surged in excitement; she was extremely thrilled. She loved Shi Chun for boldly doing what she wanted to do but dared not, only lamenting that she wasn't a man, or else the higher-ups wouldn't have sent her to manage a brothel.

Elder Jian Lingzhen from Moon Valley, who had always kept a cold demeanor, gradually relaxed her face that evening.

Nothing withstands comparison. Compared to the number one sect of Shengshen Continent, her Moon Valley wasn't much. Look, that bastard has poisoned a disciple of another sect again. This time, when she went back, she no longer had to worry about how to explain herself; it was just bad luck to have encountered a rabid dog.

On the best viewing platform, Chi Rang's expression was slightly gloomy. As the Domain Master of Xuan State, he could remember the attire of the top sects in Xuan State; hence, he knew who the two people were that Shi Chun had swiftly cut down.

"Wei Mo, this fellow from your Sheng Province seems a bit too fond of killing!" one of the domain masters remarked, glancing over at the events unfolding in the mirror and speaking to his neighboring seatmate Wei Mo.

Wei Mo leaned back languidly, crossed his legs, and said unconcernedly, "What can be done about it? There's killing and fighting everywhere near Moon Sea. He's just someone who can't escape the rivers and lakes. Everyone is killing each other; it's just that he's a bit unlucky, that's all, tricked by the Heavenly Mirror."

There wasn't anything like an excessive bloodlust; he was advising those around him not to take it too seriously.

Young Master Nan's right index finger was pressing down each of the five fingers of his left hand one after another. After pressing down three fingers consecutively, two remained. He stared at those two fingers, considering from left to right, as if seeing some hope. Then he looked up again at Shi Chun in the mirror with some anticipation, only to witness his decisive strike.

He was left dumbstruck with his fingers crossed in front of the mirror, watching as two heads rolled on the ground.

Miao Yilan couldn't help but close her eyes for a moment.

Miao Dingyi also frowned slightly, muttering an evaluation similar to that of a certain Domain Master, "This kid is a bit too bloodthirsty..."

Lan Qiaoyan sighed, "That's why, from top to bottom, there's an unwritten rule in the Heavenly Court: those released from Life Prison should not be employed. While it's not an iron law, it's generally followed by all parties."

Miao Dingyi replied, "That's because many released from Life Prison have a grudge against the world, likely to harbor ill will, causing trouble if admitted too easily."

Finally finding an opportunity to join the conversation, Gong Shaoci said, "Uncle, Auntie, if Brother Chun truly wishes to join the Heavenly Court after he comes out, he could go to Shanbu Continent. I can find a way to help over there; it shouldn't be a big issue."

Miao Dingyi, Lan Qiaoyan, Miao Yilan, and Young Master Nan all turned their heads to look at him at the same time, showing expressions of astonishment as if unsure where he had come from.

Of course, they all believed his words. With his status as the grandson of the Right Minister of Shanbu Continent, helping Shi Chun obtain an identity within the Heavenly Court was nothing significant. For most people, a difficult task was just a matter of a single statement for him; if he went through the royal court of Shanbu Continent, even the Heavenly Court wouldn't have a say, as the four major continents maintaining their own armed forces wasn't a secret.

The question was, Miao Dingyi wanted to ask, from where did you infer that this was our intention?

Of course, Miao Dingyi also knew the young man said this for his daughter's sake, which made him somewhat uncomfortable, as if his daughter was being offered in a trade. "If I wanted to help Shi Chun secure an identity in the Heavenly Court, would my influence not suffice?"

However, Lan Qiaoyan's face quickly showed a satisfied and beaming smile, "It's not what you think. We'll talk about it later."

"Sure," Gong Shaoci bowed in acknowledgment.

Miao Dingyi also turned back, changing the subject and staring at the mirror, "Who requested this footage? Why are they still focusing on Shi Chun?"

The Young Master Nan standing next to his seat immediately replied, "Brother Miao, it really wasn't me this time."

He had emphasized this several times already, with Miao Dingyi seated and him constantly standing by.

Clearing his throat softly, Gong Shaoci spoke up, "It was me who requested it."

At these words, the group turned their heads toward him again, all showing faces of astonishment.

Lan Qiaoyan couldn't believe it and pointed at the mirror image, asking, "Did you request this? Why?"

Gong Shaoci smiled and said, "I saw that Auntie and the others enjoyed watching Shi Chun, so I requested it."

Everyone was speechless, having previously wondered who had made such a blunder; it turned out the culprit was right among them—it was him? Who could have expected that?

Miao Dingyi was the first to turn back, looking at the mirror image of Shi Chun and couldn't help but raise his hand to massage his temple, knowing in his heart that Shi Chun probably had been royally screwed over by Gong Shaoci this time.

Lan Qiaoyan also couldn't help patting her forehead, saying with a wry smile, "Shaoci, it's really not what you think. Your money has been wasted. Hurry up, let's get this mirror image stopped right away."

Miao Yilan's face also showed anxiety, "Gong Shaoci, please stop it quickly."

Although she knew that Gong Shaoci did this to ingratiate himself with her family, the situation had really not turned out well. In just a short while, Shi Chun had managed to offend people from two sects, especially Su Yuan Sect, which was not so easy to provoke. How could they let everyone continue watching?

Gong Shaoci wasn't foolish; he understood what was happening from everyone's reaction and immediately turned and ran.

Among the top sects of the four major continents of Shengshen Continent, he too had heard of their formidable reputation. Previously, when he saw Shi Chun killing a person from Su Yuan Sect, he had already sensed something wrong. Seeing everyone's reaction, how could he not understand what was happening?

Despite meaning well, he had done a disservice, but with heaven and earth as his witness, he could swear that he simply wanted to cater to the Miao family's preferences. He truly hadn't known that Shi Chun would kill someone from Su Yuan Sect when he made the request.

Young Master Nan, who had been afraid of being misunderstood by Brother Miao, now felt completely vindicated. He also turned to look at the mirror image of Shi Chun, thinking silently that this was a rivalry between romantic competitors. Gong Shaoci had made such a ruthless move, already starting to kill without shedding blood. Brother Shi Chun, although this matter started because of me, I really didn't do it on purpose. If you can survive and come out alive, we'll meet again, and I'll make it up to you.

At the seats of the various sects from Xuan State, people from Bilan Sect and eleven other sects were once again terrified. What they feared had happened; Shi Chun and the other two had returned to their sect disciples and were warmly greeting them.

Fortunately, the Heavenly Mirror image shook at this critical moment and switched to another sect's disciples...

In the cave, after pondering and musing for a long time and repeatedly reviewing the plan to cooperate with Wang Sheng, establishing some feasibility, Mulan Qingqing finally called Guann Yingjie over and informed him of the compromise plan agreed upon with Wang Sheng.

She couldn't help it; some plans were difficult to execute alone and required assistance.

Guann Yingjie naturally scoffed at Wang Sheng's intentions, but after listening to his sister's so-called fiancee decision, he immediately became incensed, exclaiming, "No, absolutely not. Sister is pure and noble. That toad wants to eat swan meat; this cannot happen at all."

Mulan Qingqing frowned slightly, doubting whether he had carefully listened to what she had said. "There's no toad involved. This was my suggestion; he was initially unwilling."

Guann Yingjie dismissed her with a wave of his hand, "Sister, don't be fooled by him. He's pretending. He's a sly and deceitful person; you must not fall for his trap."

His face was flushed with agitation, as if he would rather hit his head and die if she insisted on going through with it.

Mulan Qingqing was at a loss for words, trying to persuade him with kind words, "It's not what you think. The best solution is to become husband and wife with him. There's no need for such roundabout tactics. That's what I initially suggested. He's the one who refused, so it's not a case of the toad wanting swan meat. You're overthinking it. It has nothing to do with men and women."

She personally went to negotiate and was fully aware of the details. Wang Sheng truly didn't want any romantic ties with her. If he went through all this trouble just to have a fiancee in name, that would be absurd, almost like being sick. With her status and reputation, taking advantage of her name would not be a desirable ordeal.

Yet Guann Yingjie was in a panicked frenzy, "Sister, are you confused? He's playing hard to get!"

In his eyes, with his sister's beauty, cultivation talent, who would not like her upon seeing her?

With just her family background alone, whoever married her would save a lifetime of struggle, no, they wouldn't have to work hard in this life at all, as her cultivation resources would never be lacking.

How many people desired to get close but couldn't? Saying they didn't like or want to marry her, he was the first not to believe.

Seeing that he had lost his rationality, Mulan Qingqing indifferently said, "Alright, it's settled. The title of our temporary engagement will be used for convenience; it's not real. It can be annulled afterward."

Guann Yingjie was truly distressed, "Sister, you're pure and have a lifetime of good reputation. How can you ruin it at the hands of such a person? How will you face your future match?"

Mulan Qingqing coldly responded, "My birth is a misfortune in itself. I never thought of marrying in this life. A little gossip is nothing to me.

That incident has too great an impact on the sect's reputation. If it were to be exposed, it would be despised by the entire Cultivation World, especially since it happened at my hands. Even a thousand deaths would not be considered excessive. I only regret my momentary confusion at that time. For this, I am willing to pay any price!

Brother Chao, I have given up. If you try to stop me, I will kill you!"

Faced with the indifferent gaze from his sister, Guann Yingjie, though heartbroken, was also speechless. In the end, he could only face reality and discuss the next steps...

In Life Prison, there was a city named Great Yuanxian.

Outside the city, the sky and earth were covered with snow and ice, the cold wind howling into the endless icy world. But inside, it was as warm as spring.

In the highest part of the inner city, atop the open-aired pavilion, the highest level was empty yet elegant. There was a wide bed with someone lying on it, propped up on one elbow, his head resting on his hand, with the vast expanse of ice and snow visible all around.

The person had long hair draped down, wearing a black outfit with gold patterns and draped with a violet gossamer robe. With rugged good looks and a slight stubble, he lay with eyes closed as if in light sleep, holding a peach blossom with jade-green leaves, gently swaying before his nose, as if in the company of all four seasons.

Du Huoguan, dressed in blue, came up the stairs, slowly approached the bed, and leaned forward slightly, saying, "Prison Master, that Shi Chun who left Life Prison earlier, his cultivation has broken through to High Martial."

The lounging man with stubble suddenly stilled the peach blossom in his hand.

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