The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun

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Master Dingxian asked the question.

Mr. Mo and Taoist Tianmen also looked at Yue Buqun.

They trusted Yue Buqun the most.

Master Qingzhu remained silent.

They're here to help, and they won't interfere with how these things are handled.

Yue Buqun did not say how to handle it, but instead handed Tang Ying'e's private account book to everyone.

Mr. Mo and the others were puzzled, but after taking the ledger and looking through it, their expressions all turned ugly.

"Amitabha."

Fang Zheng closed his eyes with a look of reluctance.

"I never imagined that Zuo Lengchan had done so many heinous things in secret. His Songshan Sect is right next to my Shaolin Temple, yet I was completely unaware. This is my fault."

Yue Buqun said, "Abbot, there is no need to blame yourself. It is his own fault for falling into the demonic path, and it has nothing to do with you."

Fang Zheng's words were tantamount to farting in public, and Yue Buqun was too lazy to pay attention to him. He gave a few perfunctory words and then addressed Master Mo and the others.

"Now that you have all read Tang Ying'e's private account book, you must understand that all these gold, silver notes and land properties are ill-gotten gains."

"You tell me how to deal with these things, Sect Leader Yue. I will support you."

Tianmen Daoren was the most straightforward person; before Yue Buqun even said how to deal with it, he directly expressed his support.

Yue Buqun pondered for a moment and said, "I want to return this ill-gotten wealth to the people who have been oppressed by the Songshan Sect."

Yue Buqun then revealed his plan.

After Zuo Lengchan took power, the Songshan Sect developed extremely rapidly. Given his personality, he must have used some underhanded methods. Moreover, he even sent those unorthodox people to plunder wealthy households and amass wealth. It is possible that a lot of those properties were forcibly bought and sold from the people by the Songshan Sect through various means.

Yue Buqun wanted to give these people justice.

Upon hearing this, everyone's expression changed.

This is no small project.

"I support Sect Leader Yue; this is a matter our Mount Tai Sect cannot shirk its responsibility!"

Tianmen Daoist was the first to speak, expressing his support for Yue Buqun.

Everyone looked at him with surprise when they saw how quickly he agreed.

Fang Zheng, in particular, had his brows furrowed slightly.

"Let the Hengshan Sect also contribute to this matter."

Not long after Tianmen Daoren made his statement, Master Mo Da also expressed his attitude.

"Amitabha."

Master Dingxian chanted a Buddhist prayer and said, "Sect Leader Yue's actions are those of a true gentleman. This humble nun admires him."

This can be considered as her making a statement.

"Our Emei Sect's mission is to eliminate demons and protect the righteous path. We must eliminate demons and protect the righteous path. Sect Leader Yue, please rest assured that the Emei Sect will fully cooperate."

Master Qingzhu didn't fall behind either.

At this point, only the Shaolin, Wudang, Kunlun, and Beggars' Sect factions had not yet expressed their opinions.

The sect leaders, including Chongxu Zhenshanzi, all turned their gazes toward Fang Zheng, waiting for him to speak.

"This humble monk also agrees with Sect Leader Yue's idea."

Fang Zheng could not refuse; on the contrary, he was very enthusiastic.

"Shaolin only learned of the Songshan Sect's actions today, and we are truly ashamed before the people. Sect Leader Yue, let Shaolin handle this matter."

Fang Zheng would not disagree; in fact, he planned to use this incident to spread Shaolin's influence and increase Shaolin's control in Henan.

Yue Buqun smiled slightly.

"No matter what, the Songshan Sect was once known as one of the Five Sacred Mountains Sword Sects along with the Huashan and Taishan Sects. Yet the Songshan Sect has committed such heinous acts. Now that the Songshan Sect has been destroyed, we have a responsibility to give the victims justice for the sins they committed. Let us do it."

Chapter 404: The Sect Leaders with Conflicting Thoughts

Yue Buqun would never agree to that.

Both being seasoned veterans of the martial world, Yue Buqun could guess what Fang Zheng was thinking and would never allow Fang Zheng to be so comfortable.

Before these events occurred, Yue Buqun would have believed that Fang Zheng was a kind and righteous leader. However, since the beginning of the year, when Fang Zheng, together with his junior brother Fang Sheng and Chongxu, attacked the three of them, and even defended Zuo Lengchan during the day, Yue Buqun knew that this old leader was not as selfless as he appeared.

Although Jiang Ning had not yet told Yue Buqun what Zuo Lengchan had said to him, Yue Buqun had already keenly sensed that Fang Zheng was somewhat targeting the Huashan Sect.

Yue Buqun would never let Fang Zheng get away with it.

"I admire Master Yue's compassionate heart."

Faced with Yue Buqun's refusal, Fang Zheng showed no dissatisfaction, but continued, "This old monk fully supports what Sect Leader Yue has done, and Shaolin will certainly do its utmost to assist him."

Since he couldn't gain the initiative, he would fight for the right to participate. Fang Zheng believed that Yue Buqun would not refuse him, nor was it possible for him to refuse him.

"Then thank you very much, Abbot."

Yue Buqun nodded without hesitation.

"Sect Leader Yue, Wudang should also contribute to such an important matter."

Chongxu also spoke.

Not only him, but also Kunlun Sect Leader Zhenshanzi, Beggar Clan Leader Xiefeng, and Diancang Sect Leader wanted to help.

However, compared to Fang Zheng, these people's motives were more straightforward.

The Huashan sects just destroyed the Songshan sect and obtained such a large fortune. They might still have a lot left over. Since they all contributed to the destruction of the Songshan sect, they should also get a share of the spoils.

However, as righteous people, they could not openly ask Yue Buqun for money. They had to come up with a clever excuse. Therefore, the leaders of several sects chose to join. Firstly, they had an excuse to obtain some benefits, and secondly, they could spread the reputation of their respective sects.

Henan is the center of the world and has a huge influence in the hearts of people all over the world. Zhenshanzi has always wanted to spread the influence of the Kunlun Sect in this land. Otherwise, he would not have stayed in the sect as the sect leader and would have come to the Central Plains so often.

However, before this, this area had been controlled by Shaolin since ancient times. Apart from the Songshan Sect which has risen in recent years, no other sect could compare with Shaolin. Previously, Zhenshanzi could only rely on Shaolin to spread the fame of the Kunlun Sect. But now he has a legitimate reason to spread his influence, and he doesn't have to worry about Shaolin as before. Moreover, everyone is doing it, so Zhenshanzi is overjoyed.

Aside from Zhenshanzi, what Chongxu, Jiefeng, and the leader of the Diancang Sect were thinking remains unknown.

"With everyone's help, we will surely achieve twice the result with half the effort."

Yue Buqun cupped his hands in greeting to everyone.

However, although a decision has been made, it cannot be implemented immediately. The aftermath of the destruction of the Songshan Sect must be dealt with first.

Master Mo and Abbess Dingxian were both arranging for their disciples to collect the bodies.

The atmosphere at the scene was very somber.

Yue Buqun then called Jiang Ning aside to a secluded spot.

Did Zuo Lengchan say anything to you before he died?

Before Jiang Ning could speak, Yue Buqun asked.

The two were on a high ground, and not far below, disciples from various sects were cleaning up the scene.

When they arrived at the scene, the battle between Jiang Ning and Zuo Lengchan had already ended, and Zuo Lengchan was dead, the cause of death being suicide.

Fang Zheng, Chongxu, and the others might not have any particular thoughts, but Yue Buqun knew Jiang Ning well. Basically, anyone who was attacked by Jiang Ning could not commit suicide. Zuo Lengchan's martial arts were indeed high, but it was impossible for him to commit suicide before Jiang Ning killed him. Perhaps Zuo Lengchan said something to Jiang Ning before he died.

Jiang Ning was not surprised, and immediately told Yue Buqun what Zuo Lengchan had said.

"Is the Songshan Sect supported by Shaolin?"

Yue Buqun was also startled upon hearing Jiang Ning's words.

It wasn't that he was flustered; it was just that the news Jiang Ning had told him was too explosive.

In particular, when Jiang Ning mentioned that Shaolin supported the Songshan Sect in order to control the Five Mountains Sword Sects, Yue Buqun's face darkened.

"How much of what Zuo Lengchan said do you think is true, and how much is false?"

Yue Buqun did not express his opinion first, but instead asked Jiang Ning.

Jiang Ning remained calm, glancing down at the Shaolin disciples who were cleaning up the scene.

"Whether what he said is true or false, it is true that Shaolin wants to get involved in the affairs of the Five Mountains Sword Sects."

The things Fang Zheng and Fang Sheng did for them at Huashan at the beginning of the year are not lying.

Yue Buqun thought for a moment and nodded.

"I think Zuo Lengchan's words are a mixture of truth and falsehood."

The fact that Shaolin supported the Songshan Sect is probably true. Yue Buqun felt that Zuo Lengchan wouldn't lie about such a thing, and there was no need for him to.

Zuo Lengchan's claim that Shaolin wanted to remotely control the Five Mountains Sword Sects through the Songshan Sect is probably true, given that Fang Zheng's biased actions earlier this year and yesterday are still fresh in everyone's mind.

However, Yue Buqun felt it was unlikely that Fang Zheng would soon target their factions.

After all, the current situation in the martial arts world is too complicated. Whether it is the righteous path or the demonic sect, taking a wrong step could lead to an abyss. Even if Fang Zheng wanted to take action, he would not do so under such unclear circumstances.

The various sects of Mount Hua are currently safe.

Yue Buqun thought to himself.

Several months later, at the inauguration ceremony of Abbess Qingzhu of the Emei Sect, the five factions announced a new alliance with the Emei Sect. At that time, no matter what Shaolin wanted to do, the five factions could deal with it together.

there is always a solution to a problem.

"Don't worry, regardless of whether things are as Zuo Lengchan said, your master will be vigilant against Shaolin. You don't need to worry about these things, lest they be detrimental to your martial arts path."

Yue Buqun said to Jiang Ning.

Yue Buqun valued Jiang Ning highly. He knew Jiang Ning was very intelligent, but precisely because of this, he was afraid that Jiang Ning would get caught up in these matters and stop progressing in martial arts. That's why he repeatedly gave Jiang Ning instructions.

As for these matters, he, as the master, will bear the burden.

He's used to it too.

"Yes, Master."

Jiang Ning could naturally feel Yue Buqun's deep concern, so he didn't argue and nodded softly.

Looking at Jiang Ning before him, Yue Buqun could not hide his satisfaction.

Jiang Ning was someone he had watched grow up. He wasn't his biological son, but they were practically the same. Now, seeing his disciple becoming more and more accomplished, even able to protect him from the wind and rain, Yue Buqun felt very gratified.

How old is Ning'er now?

Suddenly, Yue Buqun had an idea.

I think I'm nineteen.

Yue Buqun carefully calculated the time in his mind and realized that Jiang Ning was now nineteen years old and had just celebrated his nineteenth birthday not long ago.

Unfortunately, Jiang Ning was traveling at the time and missed it.

I didn't realize so much time had passed.

Yue Buqun was filled with emotion.

In another year, Jiang Ning will turn twenty and be eligible for his coming-of-age ceremony.

Come to think of it, he hasn't really prepared any birthday gifts for Jiang Ning over the years.

Thinking of this, Yue Buqun couldn't help but glance at Jiang Ning, and had already made up his mind.

Chapter 405: My Name is Jiang Ning

"Let's finish what we're doing first."

Yue Buqun said nothing more.

Although Zuo Lengchan revealed such a shocking secret before his death, Yue Buqun made no public announcement and had no intention of telling Master Mo or others.

It's best for him and Jiang Ning to know about this; letting others know won't do them any good.

However, this matter still surprised Yue Buqun. He had only had a premonition that Shaolin was not as simple as he thought, but now he was even more certain of it.