Daoist Competition-Chapter 992 - 236: Jade Purple Sun Seed

He Mulong was leisurely fishing on Dragon Island every day.

He initially thought that it wouldn’t be long before Mu Bingxin would obediently yield and seek him out.

Yet after waiting for three days, there was no sign of movement.

He couldn’t help but find it strange, so he summoned Liu Sheng and said, "Disciple, go and inquire if Mu Bingxin has made any recent moves."

Liu Sheng accepted the order and left, but returned swiftly on a tunneling light. After landing, he reported, "Master, something is amiss. It’s heard that Elder Mu has repelled several Demon Dao Cultivators recently, and after visiting several Great Clans within the Inner Sea this morning, she returned to the Peng Yuan Sect."

He Mulong frowned inwardly; Mu Bingxin’s resistance and evasion were anticipated, yet her indifference was somewhat unusual—almost as if she had gained some backing.

Upon this thought, he couldn’t stay seated. However, as he rose, he slowly sat back down, stroking his beard deep in thought, and his eyes flickered momentarily. He said, "Liu Sheng, bring someone for me."

Liu Sheng cupped his hands, saying, "Please instruct, Master."

He Mulong whispered a few words into his ear, and Liu Sheng nodded repeatedly, bowing deeply, "Disciple will go at once."

With those words, he set off on a tunneling light, disappearing into the sky.

He Mulong remained seated for a tea’s time, then called out as he lifted his tunneling light, flying out towards the sea.

Within an hour, he saw a sea boat splitting the waves ahead. He gathered his mana, leaping forward and blocking the way. Pointing downward, he released a stream of Gang Qi that landed at the ship’s prow, calling loudly, "Elder Mu, please come out and meet."

A white light glided lightly, flying from the boat before halting before He Mulong. The light dispersed, revealing Mu Bingxin with lotus feet upon clouds, standing in the azure sky with an aloof demeanor, saying, "So it is True Master He. What is the reason for stopping me?"

True Master He frowned and said, "Elder Mu, have you not read the communication from the Old Daoist?"

Mu Bingxin’s tone carried a hint of mockery, "I have indeed read that letter, but the proposal from True Master He seems unsuitable to me, so let’s simply forget it."

True Master He observed carefully and sensed that something had changed with Mu Zhenren’s attitude, indicating that she no longer feared the Taihao Sect’s threats. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

He pondered quietly, realizing that pressing too hard might not be wise now. Thus, he softened his tone, "Junior Sister Mu, through these millennia, without the protection of our Taihao Sect, the Peng Yuan Sect might have long vanished. Generations of disciples from both our sects often formed matrimonial alliances. Now, with the Demon Tribulation arising, we should face challenges together. If Junior Sister has any concerns, you may let me know. Do not let temporary emotions harm the entire sect."

Mu Zhenren’s brows raised sharply, retorting, "You claim I am harming the sect? How ludicrous! Indeed, the Taihao Sect and Peng Yuan Sect have strong ties, but that is old history. Over the past century, every outstanding disciple from my sect was taken by you Taihao Sect to form Daoist couples, resulting in merely three achieving Hua Dan in the last hundred years. What is the Taihao Sect’s scheme, do you think I am unaware? Do not assume everyone is a fool! You simply fear my Peng Yuan Sect might achieve the Grotto Heaven, completely refine the Jingchen Heavenly Palace, master the ’Chen Fire Six Imperial Techniques,’ and overshadow your Taihao Sect."

As she spoke halfway, True Master He’s expression changed dramatically. Unexpectedly, Mu Zhenren revealed such secret matters. If overheard or spread to the Six Great Demon Sects, it would be highly detrimental to Taihao Sect. Thus he roared, "Silence!"

His roar was thunderous, causing waves below to churn, drowning out the latter part of Mu Zhenren’s voice.

In the large boat’s cabin, Xu Daoist and Zhang Yan sat facing each other.

Upon hearing this, Xu Daoist chuckled, "Mu Female Immortal’s words were likely said deliberately for Fellow Daoist to hear."

Zhang Yan shook his head with a smile, "Fellow Daoist Mu worries too much. Since I’ve promised to handle this matter, I won’t abandon it midway, even without that Dao Technique, I’ll aid her."

Outside, He Mulong repeatedly advised, exhausting all persuasive words, but still failed to sway Mu Bingxin’s heart.

This was due to him initially pressing too hard, causing Mu Bingxin to feel aversion. Additionally, with Zhang Yan as her support, the gap between the two sides widened, leaving no possibility of reconciliation.

He Mulong thought inwardly, "Since it’s like this, don’t blame me for not showing courtesy. For now, I can only exert heavy pressure."