Chapter 422 Turnaround
As soon as she asked, she knew the answer was right. Gong Shaoci couldn't hide anything anymore. She nodded and said, "Something went wrong indeed."
The mother and daughter looked at each other in surprise. Lan Qiaoyan pointed at the natal lotus lantern in the sky outside and said, "The natal lantern is still there. What could have happened?"
Gong Shaoci smiled bitterly, "How should I put it? This matter is a bit complicated to explain in detail. To put it simply, it is similar to the last Sky Rain Meteor Conference. He may be the champion again. The people in the weapon refining world are not happy about it. They blocked the exit and wanted to intercept him. It is not certain whether he can get out smoothly."
"..."
These words really stunned the mother and daughter. No way, could they get first place for this job? Isn't that a bit too exaggerated?
Miao Yilan couldn't help but say, "The weapon refining community has been researching the Divine Fire Domain for so many years, and they are experts in this area. Shi Chun and his friends are new here, and they don't know anything. He doesn't even know the fire-based skills. How can he possibly win the championship if he goes in there?"
That’s right, Lan Qiaoyan thought so too, but she also felt that her future son-in-law was not the kind of person who would make such a joke.
Gong Shaoci gave Miao Yilan a warm smile, and said helplessly: "In theory, it is true, but Shi Chun had planned to go in before. He got the secret method of finding the divine fire from somewhere, and he gained a lot after entering. But unfortunately, he was not careful enough and the secret was exposed. The thing that the refining world has spent countless years exploring has appeared in his hands. You can imagine the situation..."
When these words were spoken, both mother and daughter took a deep breath, and both realized the terrible consequences.
The result Gong Shaoci said was just as they expected. "So the various sects, led by the big sects, linked up with each other. They actually worked together to hunt down Shi Chun and his group for nearly half of the time in the Divine Fire Region, intending to snatch the secret method to find the Divine Fire. Until now, they have not been able to succeed, and can only block the exit."
Lan Qiaoyan turned around and looked up at the glittering vortex of the Divine Fire Spirit Gate in the air. She sighed and said, "Yeah, I was wondering why that guy wanted to get into the Divine Fire Domain. It turns out he has a secret technique in his hand. Is that something you can covet? He is restless and has a wild heart. I'm afraid he will be doomed this time."
Gong Shaoci comforted her, "Don't worry, Aunt Lan, the situation is still uncertain. Master Qian She has mobilized all the connections he can to put pressure on the various factions in the weapon refining world and is trying to find a way to rescue him. Master Qian is now personally guarding the entrance of Qiyun Valley to ask the weapon refining world for an explanation. There is still room for this matter to turn around, and there is still a chance."
Lan Qiaoyan turned back in surprise, "Can Qian She work so hard?"
Gong Shaoci thought for a moment and said, "It shouldn't be the case. Everyone probably thought that Master Nan was behind this."
Lan Qiaoyan shook her head slightly. "If it was just a few sects, it would be easy to deal with, but this involves the entire refining world. It involves the secret method of finding the divine fire and such huge interests. The refining world will not give in easily. Let alone Qian She, even if the head of the Qian family came in person, I'm afraid it wouldn't be enough. If they insist on forcing it, I'm afraid they will only bring trouble upon themselves."
Gong Shaoci lowered his head slightly. In fact, he thought so too. If Gan She hadn't been so angry, he really didn't want to be involved in this matter. Those people like him couldn't say anything to Gan She, so they could only curse Master Nan behind his back and prepare to settle the score with Master Nan.
Miao Yilan didn't want to show how close she was to Shi Chun in front of Gong Shaoci, because she also knew the rumors outside that Shi Chun was pursuing her in the Land of Exile. She also knew that with the Gong family's sharp ears and eyes, the matter of the Land of Exile could not be hidden from Gong Shaoci. Her mother also reminded her to pay attention to Gong Shaoci's feelings, but at this time she couldn't help but ask, "Is there no other way?"
After all, they have been together for so many years, and Shi Chun has always been good to her unilaterally and has never asked for anything in return. He gives her gifts every time they meet. Even if there is no romantic relationship between men and women, they are really friends. At this point, he deserves her to ask this question.
Gong Shaoci remained silent. He had no way to guarantee this to his beloved. That was the entire weapon refining world. It was useless to bring up his grandfather, Youbi Hou of Shanbuzhou. The entire weapon refining world could not be easily subdued and controlled by any force. In the world, which force could operate without the participation of weapon refiners?
If Shanbuzhou dared to come forcefully, the weapon refining world would be able to attract other strong reinforcements to help. How could a junior like him shake it? That was why he felt that Qian She's actions were a bit overestimating his own abilities.
Of course, he also felt Miao Yilan's genuine concern for Shi Chun. After all, she is a human being. Unless he doesn't care about Miao Yilan, how could he not feel anything? A rare sour feeling arose in his heart.
At the same time, I was denying myself in my heart. What was wrong with me? How could I be so serious about such a person?
Lan Qiaoyan sighed softly, "Lanlan, even if your father came, it would be useless. If the weapon refining world is really determined to do it, let alone your father, even if the Saint King of Shanbuzhou comes in person, he will have to weigh the consequences. The current situation of the cultivation world is the result of balance in chaos. Once the balance is broken, the consequences of breaking the balance must be borne. The weapon refining world is a force that is qualified to break the balance, and no one will bear the consequences for a little Shichun."
Gong Shaoci nodded and said, "Aunt Lan, that's a good point. Lanlan, Aunt Lan is right. We really can't get involved in this matter. We will give face to those who can be given by the weapon refining world, but we won't give face to those who can't be given."
Miao Yilan could only nod slightly.
Lan Qiaoyan suddenly frowned and said, "I still feel like something is wrong with this matter."
"Oh." Gong Shaoci bowed slightly, "I'd like to hear your opinion."
Lan Qiaoyan advised her future son-in-law, "You may not know that when it comes to the ability to survive in desperate situations, Shi Chun is very good at it. Logically speaking, he is not a fool and would never push himself into a desperate situation so easily. Is there something fishy going on?"
Gong Shaoci smiled bitterly again, "It's true. According to some information I have, the fact that Shi Chun has the secret technique would not have been exposed. The bad thing is that he had cooperated with Shu Daoshan before. What's worse is that Liantian Sect had planted an undercover agent among the participants of Shu Daoshan in advance, and it was the undercover agent who exposed the secret technique."
"Is that so?" Lan Qiaoyan was still a little confused while thinking about it.
She still felt something was wrong. From what she knew about Shi Chun, he was not someone who could be easily tripped up by an undercover agent. In the environment of the exile land, he had a bunch of people who were loyal to him. Shi Chun had no idea how many times he had experienced traitors in Dong Jiuyuan.
Of course, nothing is absolute. Only the parties involved know what the situation is. It is difficult for outsiders to make rash judgments.
At this moment, there was another knock on the door, accompanied by a shout, "Mr. Gong."
Gong Shaoci frowned slightly, but knew that the person below must have something important to tell him since he came to disturb him, so he immediately apologized, opened the door, and went outside to talk.
After a while, he hurriedly opened the door and walked in, quickly walked to the worried mother and daughter, and smiled and announced the good news: "Aunt Lan, Lanlan, it should be fine. Qian She's pressure on the weapon refining world actually worked. The weapon refining world has given Qian She a reply, promising to reverse the Divine Fire Spirit Gate, and asked him to send someone in to supervise and someone to go in to support. Shi Chun should be fine when he comes out."
The haze on Miao Yilan's youthful and beautiful face was suddenly cleared away, and a bright and beautiful face emerged.
Lan Qiaoyan was delighted but also a little confused, "How can Qian She have such a big face?" Gong Shaoci smiled and said, "After all, the Qian family has the princess behind them. Qian She's bare-chested battle affects the reputation of the entire Qian family. The weapon refining community may have some concerns."
"If that's the case...that's great." Lan Qiaoyan nodded slightly, somewhat slowly.
To be honest, she still had some doubts about Qian She's face. Could Qian She really make the weapon refining world give up such huge benefits?
But he also knew that Gong Shaoci's information came from a correct source and she would not lie to him.
After announcing the good news, Gong Shaoci apologized again and said he had to leave for a while. With this turn of events, he would definitely have to show up at Qian She's place, at least to understand the situation.
At the entrance of Qiyun Valley, Qian She, in a good mood, smiled as he watched the people gathered by Master Nan arrive one after another.
"Women, find a few more women." After Master Nan checked the personnel who were going to enter the Divine Fire Domain, he suddenly seemed to remember something and shouted to his subordinates.
Qian She was confused when he heard this.
Mr. Nan's men were also puzzled, "Sir, what kind of woman do you want?"
Young Master Nan waved his hand and said indifferently: "As long as she is a woman, it will be fine. By the way, it is better to be a younger cultivator. At least her voice should be able to show it. There are no requirements for her cultivation level and appearance."
The confusion that had just disappeared from Qian She's face reappeared.
The request was simple, so the matter was simple. Master Nan's men quickly found five men for him, and they were really varied.
Young Master Nan clapped his hands and said neatly, "Alright, it's your turn. Remember, when I ask you to call me 'Prince' later, you have to shout at the top of your lungs, and your voice has to be charming and coquettish. Do you understand?"
A woman was confused and asked, "What are you shouting?"
Young Master Nan explained: "The king in the Great King, the grandfather in the Lord, the prince!"
This request was quite outrageous, and the girls looked at each other in bewilderment. But after all, you paid more, so you have the final say.
After Master Nan had arranged for the people coming in and out, and after Master Nan returned to his side, Qian She could not help but ask, "What's the point of these women shouting?"
Young Master Nan explained in a low voice, "The various sects must have tried every possible way to find Shi Chun. They have been looking for so many people for so long but still can't find him. It may be difficult for us to find him with so few people. The letter Shi Chun sent didn't say how to contact him, and he must be very cautious at this time and won't be easily fooled. As long as these women go in and shout 'Prince', Shi Chun and the others will know that I am here and will come out to see me."
Is it so mysterious? Qian She was slightly stunned, and then he became puzzled again, "Is that guy so arrogant? How dare he claim to be king?"
Young Master Nan waved his hand and said, "Hey, that's not the case. I'll tell you the story in detail when I get back."
Okay, but Qian She still questioned: "Brother Nan, is it worth it for you to make this trip in person? There may be some risks. I think you should think twice."
After receiving approval from the weapon refining community, Young Master Nan took the initiative and requested to personally lead the team in rescuing the people.
There are indeed risks, mainly because the passage leading to the Divine Fire Realm has been disturbed by abnormal conditions several times in history, resulting in the loss of many lives. If not for this, more masters would have found ways to break in long ago.
When people reach a certain position, they are not willing to put their lives in the hands of uncertainty.
Right now, the Divine Fire Spirit Gate is reversing again and again, which is unreasonable. The risk of accidents is getting bigger and bigger. A gentleman does not stand under a dangerous wall. Going in is not even within Qian She's consideration. He will definitely not go in and take the risk.
Young Master Nan explained, "Brother Qian, I also know there is danger, but among the people here, I am the only one who is most familiar with them. Time is limited. Sending a stranger may not be able to gain the trust of Shi Chun and his group. Many things will be difficult to handle if they are not familiar with them. If I go in personally, many things will be much simpler."
Then he whispered, "It's hard to explain to my friends that the gambling has gotten to this point. I have a responsibility to turn the tide. As long as it can ensure that things go smoothly, I will take the risk."
Since that was the case, Qian She had no choice but to give up. After all, he was not taking any risks. He was also quite relieved. He raised his hand and patted Master Nan's arm. "Be careful. I will find two strong men and bring some good guys to raid the battlefield for you. Just tell them if you need anything."
"Thank you, thank you." Young Master Nan bowed.
After he put his hand down, he thought of something else. He apologized to Qian She and went to find his trusted subordinate and asked, "Is there any problem with the Futian Mirror?"
The subordinate said, "Definitely not. After the two-world channel is closed, there will be no impact. Even the mother-child talisman can be used. The image of the sky-viewing mirror will definitely be more stable."
Young Master Nan reminded, "After the people inside come out, the Sky-Viewing Mirror must face those who come out. I have tricked Shi Chun once during the Meteor Shower, and we must learn from the lesson. Moreover, this time people from four continents are watching us, and Shi Chun has offended many people this time. Tell the people who are controlling the Sky-Viewing Mirror to control the mirror well, and try not to let Shi Chun and Wu Jinliang appear in the mirror again."
"Understood. I'll make sure of it." The subordinate accepted the order with assurance.
(End of this chapter)
