Chapter 63: Your Head, I've Made Up My Mind

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  A blood-stained body was thrown out of the dusty fog like garbage. It happened to land heavily in the middle of the square, with fresh blood splashing and staining the bluestone floor beneath it red.

  In the distance, that tattered and worn-out body seemed to have been slashed by a sharp dagger countless times.

  "Big brother, big brother~"

  The other party's two high-ranking spiritual masters rushed over in shock and helped the person up, revealing a blood-stained pale old face to everyone - it was none other than Ding Shan, the arrogant and invincible innate master from earlier.

  Everyone gasped in unison and looked up.

  The morning fog dispersed gradually, and a vague shadow floated in mid-air.

  "Kui Muqing, you have a big nerve, daring to come to my territory and cause trouble?"

  This voice filled with terror and pressure instantly enveloped the entire Chen family courtyard, echoing incessantly.

  The voice was like thunder, rumbling and shaking the eardrums. Not to mention those small fries in the arena who were trembling with fear, even Qi Muqing, who was usually arrogant and domineering, felt a tremble in his heart, as if an invisible force had grasped his throat, making it hard for him to breathe.

  Everyone looked up at the newcomer floating in mid-air, he was tall and majestic, his hands were calm and leisurely on his back, his white brocade robe was blown by the strong air around him, making a rustling sound, looking down from above, bringing endless pressure to everyone.

  To float in the air, even a general Innate strong person can only maintain it for a few breaths. Long-term suspension in the air requires at least Innate 4th or 5th layer strength.

  And he was so calm and composed, probably already a high-ranking innate expert.

  Chen Mo stared blankly at the face in the void, a face that was both majestic and familiar.

  The Lord of the Heavy Mystery is the Master of the River of Stars.

  Although he didn't know why Qu Xinghe suddenly came to help, he firmly believed that with Qu Xinghe's character, he wouldn't be here to kick him while he was down. He let out a deep breath and the stone in his heart fell heavily to the ground.

  "The lord of Qu City is the lord of Qu City."

  "Yes, it's him, the old man."

  "We, the Chen family, are saved."

  Although seriously injured, Chen Zhengfeng still struggled to get up and hurriedly led the crowd to welcome him: "Thank you, Master Qu, for your rescue."

  In a flash of movement, Qu Xinghe appeared in an instant, her feet touching the ground without making any sound.

  A pair of tiger eyes, coldly glanced at Chen Mo. It made him feel a wave of dizziness in his heart and secretly smiled bitterly. It seems that Qu Xinghe has a great opinion about his own unannounced departure.

  As for Xuan Yuan Mo's identity, Qu Xing He must have seen through it. What is the old man's identity? Before intentionally recruiting a son-in-law, he must have already figured out his own situation clearly.

  Chen Mo wiped away the blood from the corner of his mouth and gave him a slightly awkward smile.

  "Hmm!"

  Qu Xinghe turned around with his hands behind his back, exuding a strong aura, like a raging sea, stirring up massive waves that surged towards Qu Muqing and the others not far away.

  In an instant, the several small henchmen around Qu Mu Jing couldn't withstand the might of a First Heaven strongman. They were like a field mouse facing a falcon, and they were all frightened to the point of being pale and trembling with fear. The more timid ones even directly sat down on the ground with a thud.

  Gu Muqing gritted his teeth and persisted, resisting with all his might, his face flushed red as he spoke in a strained tone: "Master Qu Cheng, I'm just following the orders of my family to deal with some unfavorable matters for our clan. I hope Master Qu will show mercy. I can offer everything I've gained to you."

  "Gu Muqing, you deceitful scoundrel."

  "Lord Qu, don't believe his words, our Chen family is innocent."

  The Chen family was on tenterhooks, all staring tensely at Qu Xinghe. Although Qu Xinghe's reputation outside was not bad, if he really gave up halfway, the family would be finished.

  Only to see Qu Xinghe with his hands behind his back, standing tall like a pine tree, coldly saying: "Qiu family's young master, your grudge with the Chen family, I don't want to know. The Chen family is still in my Heavy Mystical territory, it's not up to you to cause trouble here, get out."

  This old fellow, since he doesn't covet the Chen family's wealth, nine out of ten is that he doesn't know about the jade ring, in that case it will be much easier to deal with.

  Gu Mu Qing's heart was relieved, and he smiled slightly, saying even more respectfully: "Qu City Master, can you give me some face today? I will definitely come to thank you in person later. I am acting on the orders of my family's ancestors..."

  "Get out of here, old man." Qu Xinghe's face was somewhat impatient, as if he was about to erupt in anger and kill someone at any moment.

  "Qu Chengzhu, could it be that you really want to fight the Ju family to the death?"

  "Get out!"

  "Fine, Qu Xinghe! Today we admit defeat. One year from now, when my master is released from his secluded cultivation, I will surely break through to the Ninth Stage of the Pre-Heaven Realm and become a Half-Step Heaven Stage cultivator. I will definitely come again to seek your guidance."

  Gu Muqing was afraid of Qu Xinghe's strength, but because of his own strong background, he also spoke with confidence.

  Qu Xinghe's eyes narrowed, his anger reaching its peak as he laughed, the dark energy in his palm brewing, ready to teach this ignorant young man a lesson.

  ……

  "Cough cough"

  At this critical moment, an old man with white beard and eyebrows, with a fairy wind and bone, floated in. He pretended to cough, but his eyes fell on Chen Mo.

  Yao Wang Huai Hao Miao, how did he come?

  Appearing to move slowly, a distance of over ten zhang, in an instant it arrived. A sound as light and agile as a mosquito fell into Chen Mo's ears.

  "You young scamp, you really have the style of old man's heyday. Even Miss Qu is so worried about you that she can't eat or sleep. For your sake, even this old bone won't be spared."

  Uh...

  Qu Tian Yao, it was her after all. No wonder Qu Cheng Zhu and Huai Lao appeared here, everything was her secretly helping...

  *sigh*

  A deep sigh from the bottom of his heart.

  It's just that I've let her down myself.

  However, I really carry too much on my back and can't accept her favor.

  However, Huai Lao also took good care of himself, otherwise, just relying on Tian Yao's request, Huai Lao might not have come to this muddy water. After all, the Qu Muqing family is not easy to mess with.

  At this point, he showed a grateful expression on his face.

  Hai Hao's eyes sparkled as he turned to face Qu Mu Qing with a smile: "Young Master Qu, you are the descendant of a noble family. In the future, you will surely become a great figure who dominates one side. Why bother getting entangled with someone like Chen? Would you do an old man a favor and let this matter drop?"

  Gu Muqing did not expect Huai Hao to come and help the Chen family, and suddenly felt that things were starting to get a bit troublesome. Although he was angry in his heart, he didn't dare show any offense in his eyes. Because this was an even more thorny figure than Qu Xinghe. As for the rumors about this Medicine King, he had long since heard them, among which one thing still remained vivid in his memory.

  In those years, there was a congenital master who relied on his strong cultivation to snatch several high-grade elixirs from the store and then escaped. The Medicine King, in a fit of anger, gathered a group of powerful individuals to chase and kill the thief for thousands of miles, ultimately annihilating him and his entire family.

  Pharmacists, what's truly terrifying is not how strong their personal combat power is, but rather their terrifying connections.

  But as the proud son of Heaven, how could Qu Mu Qing tolerate even a slight failure? His face was overcast and uncertain, as if he were pondering something.

  Hai Hao Miao knew that Qu Mu Qing would not be willing, so he laughed loudly and said: "Old man knows that Master Qu is an outstanding and exceptional person. How about this? Old man will replace Chen Mo to make a one-year appointment with you. One year later, at this time today, in the Chen family's courtyard, you and Chen Mo will have a duel. If Chen Mo loses, old man and Qu City Lord will no longer intervene in this matter."

  Gu Mu Qing's heart moved slightly, this was indeed a solution. His own master would not be able to leave his retreat for almost a year, and even if he were to fall out with Qu Xing He, there would be no chance of winning.

  As for Chen Mo, he didn't believe it, a year later would be his own opponent.

  Moreover, after a year, his own master would be at least a half-step Tianjie strongman, and together they would arrive, even the Qu Xing River wouldn't dare to act rashly.

  Under various thoughts, Qu Mu Qing suddenly burst out laughing: "Alright, today I'll risk being scolded by my family to give face to Lord Qu and Old Man Hua." Then he smiled and stared at Chen Mo saying: "Little Chen, take good care of your head, in a year this young master will come for it."

  After finishing speaking, without saying another word, he led a group of experts away like a receding tide.

  Chen Mo didn't rush. But Chen Zhengfeng was anxious. He hastily and carefully approached him and said, "Hua Lao, the appointment for a year, is it not too short? Our family's Chen Mo..."

  "Don't worry, this young man from your family can endure a lot." Huai Hao said with a smile, as if hinting at something: "Besides, I have other plans for this matter. I won't let Chen Mo suffer losses, otherwise, my old bones will be torn apart."

  "Hmm!"

  Qu Xinghe let out a cold hum and gave Chen Mo a chilly glance before leaving on his own.

  Chen Mo felt slightly embarrassed and naturally knew why Qu Xinghe was so dissatisfied with him.

  "Chen Mo, don't blame Qu Chengzhu for his attitude towards you. In fact, he has the utmost admiration for you. As soon as he received news of your family's misfortune, he rushed over with the fastest speed." Hua Haoming stroked his beard and chuckled: "Here, take good care of this letter. Just follow my instructions and you'll be fine, I guarantee you won't suffer a great loss."

  Great men are fleeting, just a moment's pause, and then they pursue the River of Stars.

  In Chen Mo's palm, there was an additional letter and half a pair of fish jade pendants. They were ordinary in style, except for the exquisite carvings, and didn't have any other special features. Upon closer inspection, however, there were subtle symbols flowing on them, which suggested that they weren't ordinary objects...

  Although the process was bumpy, it temporarily solved the problem.

  Many of Chen's disciples were as if they had fainted and fell to the ground.

  More, however, was the reverent gaze cast upon Chen Mo. After this battle, Chen Mo's position in the Chen family would likely be comparable to that of an elder. This was because even the powerful traitorous Third Elder had been blown up by him.

  "Second Brother!" On the fiery red cloak, Heli Fire Dance was covered in blood, like a small phoenix, and pounced on him, hugging him and sobbing: "I was so worried about you."

  "Don't worry, Second Brother is fine." Chen Mo gently patted her back and softly comforted her. However, in his heart, he began to think carefully, as he was only a second-stage Spirit Master, while Qu Mu Qing was a powerful seventh-stage Spirit Master.

  The gap between them is huge, and besides, he will definitely make tremendous progress in this year.

  But no matter what, Gu Muqing, your head is mine. A thread of sharpness burst out from Chen Mo's silent eyes.

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