klisemfg Chapter 314: The victor is king, the loser is villain.
Chapter 314: The victor is king, the loser is villain.
Chapter 314: The victor is king, the loser is villain.
The Daoist Wuyin sighed.
Perhaps, this is fate.
After all, Tongtianqin would definitely prefer this young man. His musical skills are almost on par with those of a Music Immortal. However, Wuyin Daoren can't really hear that much because he hasn't reached the level of a Music Immortal. How can he judge Gu Heng's musical skills?
When he felt a shock he hadn't experienced in many years, the Silent Daoist knew that the matter was no longer under his control.
Of course, it wasn't originally his place to take control.
The young soul before him, immersed in the melody, could have easily destroyed the Heavenly Zither with just a casual display of its power.
The Silent Daoist had not encountered anyone stronger than himself, someone who could command such respect, for many years. He was truly awe-inspiring!
"Zheng——"
The music ended.
The sound of the zither faded away.
Gu Heng opened his eyes and found that the scenery before him was completely different. The sky was originally blood-red and the earth was withered and yellow, but now it was full of life, with lush grass and trees, just like spring.
It's a pity that there don't seem to be any other living creatures in this place.
"Notice: The 'Musical Melody' buff effect has disappeared."
As the system notification appeared before his eyes, Gu Heng silently erased it, then returned the zither on his lap to the Soundless Daoist, and bowed slightly: "My humble skills are nothing but a blunder."
"No, no, no, how can this be considered clumsy skill?"
The Daoist Wuyin quickly stood up, a movement that surprised Gu Heng. He had thought the old man was probably too weak to stand, but seeing his agile and powerful movements, he was indeed vigorous despite his age!
However, considering that this old man is also a cultivator, and even Yu Quzi treats him with respect, he must be quite powerful.
"Senior's musical skill is profound, and the artistic conception is exquisite, which has truly broadened my horizons! I have been very disrespectful to you before, and I am truly ungrateful. Please accept my bow!"
The Daoist Wuyin was visibly excited, his withered old face, as dry as tree bark, trembling with emotion. Without even hesitation, he performed a deep bow to Gu Heng, his posture both sincere and perfect. Gu Heng dared not accept such a grand gesture from the old man and quickly stepped forward to help him up.
"Oh, old man, you don't need to do that. It's just playing a tune."
Gu Heng helped Wuyin Daoren up, a confident smile on his face.
"Also, don't call me senior, just call me Young Master Gu."
The Silent Daoist raised his head, his dim old eyes almost gleaming with light, as if he had seen a unique treasure that he would never encounter again in his life. He gripped Gu Heng's hand tightly, his face full of shame.
"I never imagined that there would be a music master of the same level as that Music Immortal in the world today. I am truly old and blind, and I failed to recognize him at the first moment."
Gu Heng glanced at Jiang Lingyun somewhat awkwardly.
Jiang Lingyun simply shrugged, as if to say, "You're the one who caused this, so figure it out yourself."
He hadn't expected the Silent Taoist to react so strongly; it felt as if it had stirred up some particularly unforgettable, yet long-hidden, memories in the old man's heart...
What I never expected was that playing the piano would make this place so beautiful.
However, these were not Gu Heng's main objectives.
The reason for using the "Sound Immortal's Skillful Melody" buff was actually to prove that Gu Heng had more authority than Yu Quzi. Since this Wuyin Daoist so readily acknowledged specialization, and Gu Heng was already utterly impressed by Wuyin's previous display of brilliance, then this...
Gu Heng and Jiang Lingyun both looked at Yu Quzi at the same time.
This guy, he's speechless now, isn't he?
The latter was pale and looked as if he had lost his parents. He had been so engrossed in Gu Heng's playing that he was completely terrified and hadn't realized that this young master Gu was not a Supreme Saint at all...
Or is it an immortal?!
Even a being like the Daoist Wuyin, who has reached the Immortal Ascension stage, is so impressed by him. If he is not an immortal, then what is he?
In short, he could never be the most holy being.
At the very least, one must be someone who has infinitely touched upon the immortal realm, and is very likely only one step away from ascending to immortality!
When Yu Quzi felt a sudden enlightenment, besides his mind becoming clear, he was also filled with a deep sense of fear. It turned out he had offended such a person.
So powerful, a mere flick of his finger could shake the entire Xuan Tian Realm. And just now, he dared to speak arrogantly to him, even setting up this predicament, hoping to use the power of the Silent Daoist to eliminate him!
No wonder, from beginning to end, this young master Gu was so nonchalant, as if he had never taken him seriously.
Yes, why would anyone need to take seriously an ant that they can easily kill?
"Is there anything else you want to say?"
Gu Heng stood with his hands behind his back, his face full of "I've got you figured out" vibes.
Look at this guy, his face is completely pale, he's so scared he's completely lost his composure. Of course, if Yu Quzi is stubborn and wants Gu Heng to play it again, that's impossible.
He couldn't play it a second time, and the Silent Taoist would never allow it. This old man was very sensible.
"...Heh, well, the victor is king, the loser is villain. What else can I say?"
Yu Quzi raised her head and gave a miserable smile.
Perhaps thinking of how he rose from an unknown rogue cultivator to his current level through sheer hard work, one might assume that even if he hadn't reached the point of dominating the world, he was at least a renowned and powerful figure.
Unexpectedly.
The tiny Liu Yu actually attracted such a colossal and invincible behemoth.
Not only will he die, but his bloodline will also be severed.
If Luo Xian were to learn of his own death, he would probably hand over Yu Yinzi immediately in exchange for his own life.
Yu Quzi actually knew that his elder had always loved his deceased Daoist partner, and because Yu Yinzi's birth had drained her life force, he had always harbored resentment towards him and his father.
However, Yu Quzi still heavily relied on Luo Xian.
There's no other way; if Luo Xian doesn't do it, no one else will. There are very few experts in music, and even in Thousand Sound Valley, you can't find another person at the tenth level of the Mahayana stage.
He had no choice.
But this time he's really finished. Without him, Luo Xian will definitely not let Yu Yinzi get away with it.
Yu Quzi gave a dejected smile, slowly closed her eyes, and awaited the final judgment.
"Sir, now you believe that what I just said is true, right?"
Gu Heng looked at the Silent Taoist.
The Silent Daoist naturally knew at this point that Gu Heng was not lying, while Yu Quzi, whose heart had gone astray, had nothing left to say. "Hmph!"
His face darkened, and he rebuked, "The dignified Valley Master actually condones his own offspring to do such a thing as harming fellow disciples and destroying their talents! You have utterly disgraced Thousand Sound Valley! You have ruined the reputation I have worked so hard to build!"
Yu Quzi opened her eyes and said coldly, "So what if it is?"
"The strong are respected, and the weak are only fit to be bait. If the person here today were someone who doesn't know music, even if I were to lie through my teeth, you would never side with him!"
"Stop pretending to be so dignified. You are a dignified seventh-level Immortal Ascension cultivator. Did you really get to this point just by being kind to others back then?"
"hypocritical!"
He had nothing left to fear.
After a few words, the Silent Taoist's face grew increasingly gloomy.
For some reason, Gu Heng couldn't refute this seemingly sophistical argument. Because it was indeed true.