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Chapter 423: Licking

Chapter 423: The Old Age Pavilion Isn’t Only Adept In Boot-Licking

No matter how cold or heartless Si Wuya was, he could stay idle if Yong Ning was dying . After all, she had been a great help to him . Even if he was without affection for her, he was undoubtedly indebted to her .

Si Wuya furrowed his brows as he listened to the female cultivator describing Yong Ning’s condition . After a moment of silence, he said, “Let me out . ”

Pan Zhong and Zhou Jifeng were taken aback . They were not bold enough to release Si Wuya from the Cave of Reflection . They could only look at him helplessly .

“Mister Seventh, it’s not that I don’t want to let you out… it’s…”

“Let me out,” Si Wuya repeated himself .

“…”

Based on Si Wuya’s expression, Pan Zhong and Zhou Jifeng knew he was determined to leave the cave . The problem was, even if they had the courage of ten lions, they would never release him .

SI Wuya did not have his cultivation base and weapon . It was only natural that he was unable to disregard the barrier like Yu Shangrong did .

The atmosphere had grown unbearably tense when a stiff and loud voice rang in the air . “Release him . ”

Si Wuya and Zhou Jifeng looked over and saw Duanmu Sheng hovering above the Cave of Reflection with his Overlord Spear in hand .

“Yes, Mister Third . ” Pan Zhong bowed .

Shortly after, Si Wuya emerged from the Cave of Reflection . He looked up Duanmu Sheng . What shocked Si Wuya was that Duanmu Sheng seemed to have a much stronger presence than before . His cultivation base was improving quickly .

“Thank you, Third Senior Brother,” Si Wuya said .

Duanmu Sheng shook his head and said, “Forgive me for saying this, but what good would come out of poring over that mess of a question? If you have the time, you should be studying the cultivation theory of severing one’s Golden Lotus . If you can contribute to the Evil Sky Pavilion, the others will, naturally, respect you . You wouldn’t be where you are right now, powerless to save the woman you love . ”

Si Wuya . “…” He was rendered speechless for a moment . He wanted to retort, but he dismissed that idea when he recalled his Third Senior Brother’s fiery temper . In the end, he only said, “I’ll remember your advice, Third Senior Brother . ”

“Go and pay your last respect then . ” Duanmu Sheng left through the air after he finished speaking .

Last respect?

Si Wuya’s heart sank . He knew what those words meant, but he did not dare to dwell on it . He hastened toward the southern pavilion .

Pan Zhong, Zhou Jifeng, and the others followed closely behind him .

Soon after, Si Wuya soon reached the southern pavilion .

When Little Yuan’er saw Si Wuya approaching, she went up to meet him . “Seventh Senior Brother, Big Sister Yong Ning is dying!”

“…” Zhao Yue pulled Little Yuan’er to the side and said, “Don’t be too anxious, the three elders are here . ”

Zhu Honggong looked at Little Yuan’er and said, “Little Junior Sister, watch your words . ”

The others did not dare to recklessly speak up .

Si Wuya looked at the closed doors . He was about to enter when the door opened with a creak .

Hua Wudao walked out .

Hua Yuexing walked up to him and asked, “What’s the situation?”

Hua Wudao sighed and shook his head . “She has been stabbed by an energy blade, and it destroyed her internal organs . We should make preparations for her funeral . ”

Upon hearing these words, everyone present there shook their heads and sighed .

Si Wuya did not grow agitated, contrary to everyone’s expectations . He remained calm as he recalled the scene where Yong Ning had tried to commit suicide with an energy blade during the battle in Liang Province’s city .

Yong Ning was smart . She knew that Liu Bing or Xiang Lie would have used her as a hostage . She had willingly stepped forward to stall Xiang Lie so Si Wuya would have time to think of a countermeasure . It was due to this that Si Wuya successfully snuck up on Xiang Lie . She had chosen to end her life so she would not be a burden to Si Wuya .

Sometimes, Si Wuya felt that she was foolish to a fault . She could have enjoyed a peaceful life in the palace if she chose to . Why did she insist on getting involved in the affairs of the world?

Creak!

The door opened again .

This time, Pan Litian walked out . He did not look optimistic as well . He raised the wine gourd in his hand and took a great swig from it .

Zhao Yue walked up to him and asked, “Elder Pan, what’s her condition like?” Zhao Yue was Yong Ning’s elder sister, after all . She could not help but worry .

Pan Litian shook his head and sighed . “I’ve used half of my Primal Qi, and yet, I couldn’t heal her internal injuries . Judging from the angle of the injury, I think she planned it beforehand . ”

She did not want to die immediately, but she did not want to be rescued either . Was she so willing to endure the pain for an extended time just to have a last look at this world?

“Old Pan, please don’t scare us . Is there nothing else you can do?” Pan Zhong asked .

“Do I look like a liar?” Pan Litian asked .

Little Yuan’er pulled on the edge of Si Wuya’s clothes and said in a hushed voice, “Seventh Senior Brother, let’s beg master for help . I’m sure he’s able to save he can Sister Yong Ning . ”

Pan Litian had a keen hearing . He looked at Little Yuan’er and said, “Even an Eight-leaf Buddhist elite can’t save her now, let alone the pavilion master . ”

“What makes you say that?” Leng Luo, who had just exited the room, asked . Without waiting for a reply from Pan Litian, he continued to say, “Well, in any case, Elder Pan and Elder Hua have a point . ’

Everyone looked at Leng Luo . This was the person who was at the top of the blacklist three centuries ago . Naturally, his words bore weight .

Leng Luo continued to say, “This little girl’s energy blade is slightly unique . I think it was poisoned, and the toxin corroded her internal organs . It’s difficult to detect, and it’d be difficult to treat once the poison sets in . There are three Buddhist healing techniques, the Merciful Ark of Salvation, the Bright Mirror, and the Buddha’s Shine . None of them can heal this little girl . ”

Si Wuya walked up to Leng Luo and asked, “Is there no other way?”

Leng Luo shook his head . “You’re the Evil Sky Pavilion’s seventh disciple and are smarter than most . A smart person should be able to understand our words . If you don’t believe us, you can go in and take a look . ”

Leng Luo stepped aside .

Who would have doubts when the three elders of the Old Age Pavilion were so certain?

The others shook their heads helplessly .

The Evil Sky Pavilion disciples had a good impression of Yong Ning . They could not remain unfeeling as they watched Yong Ning die .

Si Wuya’s eyelid twitched .

Little Yuan’er said again, “Well, I’m sure master has a way . Come! Let’s beg master for help . ”

When Hua Wudao saw how insistent Little Yuan’er was, he nodded . “Let’s request the pavilion master to come over . Although the chances are slim, we still have to try . ”

“You have a point . ”

“The pavilion master is skilled in the Merciful Ark of Salvation . Even if he can’t save her, he should be able to stabilize her condition for a while . ”

Pan Litian said, “Do you think the pavilion master has so much free time? We’d better not disturb him . ”

After all, why would the pavilion master, in his old age, waste his Primal Qi to save a young lady whom he barely knew? There was a chance he would have to drain his life by healing Yong Ning . Every bit of Primal Qi was very precious to someone whose great limit was approaching .

The others were engrossed in their discussions when a stern and thunderously loud voice rang from behind .

“What’s all this commotion about? How unbecoming!”

The others turned to look and saw Lu Zhou walking over with his hands on his back . His expression was calm .

“Greetings, Pavilion Master!”

“Greetings, master!”

Everyone fell silent after they greeted Lu Zhou .

Lu Zhou stood in front of everyone and scanned their expression . He frowned slightly when he saw Si Wuya was present as well . “The southern pavilion is an important place . Traitors should not set foot here . ”

Si Wuya kneeled in fear and trepidation as he pleaded, “I beg you to save her, master . I’m willing to accept any punishment you mete out . ”