Chapter 521: Birds and beasts disperse
Luo Tianjin said this in public, not only to explain to the heroes of the world, but also to fulfill his promise to Xiao Zhirou.

After all, Xiao Zhirou took the initiative to go deep into the tiger's den in order to help Yun Zhuiyue make up for his mistakes and avoid Luo Tianjin's personal revenge in the future.

"The martial arts leader is extraordinary. He was able to easily deal with the ambush from all sides of the Tartars and saved us from danger. He is truly a hero!"

Although Luo Tianjin gave all the credit to Xiao Zhirou and others and did not mention his own contribution, everyone was not stupid. They knew that without Luo Tianjin's overall coordination, it would be difficult to accomplish anything relying only on the enthusiasm of Xiao Zhirou and others.

Therefore, whether out of gratitude or flattery, everyone complimented Luo Tianjin one after another, which aroused contempt from Jin Fuyu, Yun Zhuiyue and others.

Tang Yu said loudly: "We have eliminated all the defenders at the foot of the mountain. The road ahead is smooth and there are no more Tartar troops."

Li Haitang continued, "It is said that there are another 10,000 elite soldiers stationed at the passes and fortresses within a 50-li radius of Huashan, so everyone should be extra careful. It is best to disguise yourself and try to avoid the main roads."

"There is no time to lose, let's leave quickly." Luo Tianjin's expression straightened up and he urged, "After we get down the mountain, everyone should disperse to avoid attracting attention. Take care, everyone!"

"Master Luo, take care. We'll take our leave!"

"Farewell!"

Due to the circumstances, the people from all walks of life did not exchange further greetings. They bowed and said goodbye to Luo Tianjin one after another, and then could not wait to walk out of Luoyan Valley and sneak into the dark and lonely mountain path one after another.

As the leader of the martial arts world, Luo Tianjin decided to stay behind. He led Xie Xuan and others to stand at the entrance of the valley, looking at the bustling crowds that filed out, and watched them leave.

In just a few words, Tang Xuan and Li Haitang told Yun Zhuiyue everything that happened tonight.

After hearing this, Yun Zhuiyue slowly withdrew her gloomy gaze from Luo Tianjin in the distance, and turned to look at the tired-looking Tang Xuan, and asked hesitantly: "Is Sui Zuo really not dead?"

Hearing this, Tang Xuan looked around, then moved closer to Yun Zhuiyue and quickly replied in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "Follow the Holy Lord's instructions. No matter what, Sui Zuo's life must be saved."

"Well done!" Yun Zhuiyue rarely showed a gratified smile and nodded, "Yan Wuji and Sui Zuo did not keep their promise. What happened tonight should be regarded as a small punishment for a big warning. Otherwise, they really think that Longxiang Mountain is a vegetarian."

"Since the Holy Lord is dissatisfied with them, why did he save Sui Zuo's life?" Tang Xuan asked in confusion, "Right now, Luo Tianjin is the leader of the martial arts world. If Sui Zuo dies, it will definitely intensify the conflict between the Mongols and Luo Tianjin. Isn't that a good thing for us?"

"When the nest is overturned, how can the eggs remain intact?" Yun Zhuiyue shook his head and said, "Saving Sui Zuo will not only avoid trouble, but will also leave a way out for ourselves. Now, the Dali Dynasty has fallen under the swords of the Mongolian cavalry, and the destruction of the Duan family means that Longxiang Mountain has lost its greatest support. At the beginning, I agreed to join forces with Yan Wuji because I wanted to find a good way out for Longxiang Mountain. As for the Song Dynasty, it is about to end and is dying. It is only a matter of time before it is destroyed. For this reason, not only can we not tear our faces with the Mongols, but we must maintain a delicate relationship with them, neither being abandoned by them nor underestimated by them. Little do they know that saving Sui Zuo tonight is to save you and me tomorrow."

"I'm afraid Sui Zuo will repay kindness with hatred." Tang Xuan said worriedly, "After all, if we hadn't leaked the contents of the secret letter, Luo Tianjin would definitely not have been able to use the strategy of capturing the thief and the thief king. I'm worried... Sui Zuo will not be grateful to us, but will regard us as the culprits..."

"Your worries are not without reason." Yun Zhuiyue said, "Sui Zuo has always despised the Han people, and he will definitely put the blame on us. But don't forget that our relationship with the Mongols is not something Sui Zuo can control. Yan Wuji is cunning and he naturally understands my intentions. Tonight, I am not doing this favor for Sui Zuo, but for Yan Wuji and the Mongolian Khan."

"Holy Lord, your opinion is profound. I admire you!"

"Saint Lord Yun!"

Before Tang Xuan finished speaking, Xiao Zhirou's voice suddenly rang in Yun Zhuiyue's ears.

Seeing Xiao Zhirou leading Yun Jianping, Tang Afu and others coming slowly, Tang Xuan consciously took two steps back and bowed to her, but did not say much.

"Rou'er!"

Suddenly turning around, Yun Zhuiyue looked Xiao Zhirou up and down lovingly, and asked worriedly: "How is it? Are you hurt?"

"Don't worry, I'm fine."

Upon learning that Yun Zhuiyue had once dissuaded the Mongols, Xiao Zhirou inevitably felt guilty, so her tone when speaking to him became much softer.

As if deeply touched by Xiao Zhirou's tenderness, Yun Zhuiyue was stunned for a moment, and a hint of joy appeared in his eyes.

"I'm glad you're okay!" Yun Zhuiyue let out a long sigh and said softly, "Do you know how nervous I was that night? I was afraid that something might happen to you. If you..."

"Cough cough!"

Yun Zhuiyue's love words made Xiao Zhirou a little embarrassed, so she coughed twice and changed the subject: "I came to you because I actually want to discuss something with you."

Yun Zhuiyue frowned and asked suspiciously, "What's the matter?"

"Yun Jianping..." Xiao Zhirou's eyebrows showed an inexplicable awkwardness, and she explained hesitantly, "I mean Miss Yun. She and I hit it off right away, and I like her very much. I want to take her in as my last disciple. I wonder if you... can agree?"

As there were many people here, Xiao Zhirou did not directly confirm Yun Jianping's identity to Yun Zhuiyue, but tried to keep Yun Jianping by her side in another way.

As soon as these words came out, all the disciples of Jueqing Valley were shocked. Looking at Xiao Zhirou who was acting out of character, everyone was confused. Tang Afu couldn't understand why Xiao Zhirou was so "admiring" of Yun Jianping, whom she had never met before? She even lowered her status and shamelessly asked Yun Zhuiyue for her.

Under Xiao Zhirou's nervous and anxious eyes, Yun Zhuiyue pondered for a moment, then cast a hesitant look at Yun Jianping who was hesitant, and asked: "Ping'er, what do you think?"

“Dad, I…I…” Yun Jianping hesitated and was unable to finish the sentence for a long time.

"Valley Master Xiao is one of our own family." Yun Zhuiyue said without reservation, "You don't have to be shy."

At this moment, Xiao Zhirou only cared about whether Yun Jianping stayed or left, so how could she care about Yun Zhuiyue's words? As long as she could keep Yun Jianping by her side, it didn't matter to her whether she was a "family member" or not.

Yun Jianping hesitated again and again, biting her lower lip with her pearly teeth, and nodded reluctantly: "In fact, my daughter also feels very close to Master Xiao..."

As soon as these words came out, a hint of kindness flashed in Xiao Zhirou's eyes.

“My daughter has been without a mother since she was young. Although my father loves me very much, in my heart…” Yun Jianping did not dare to look Yun Zhuiyue in the eye. She kept nodding her head and lowering her eyes, muttering, “I have always longed to be favored by my mother. Valley Master Xiao treats me with great care, making my daughter feel an unprecedented warmth, so I…”

"Ping'er, there's no need to say more. Your father already knows your feelings." At this moment, Yun Zhuiyue's tone sounded a little bitter, and also a little helpless, "Dad is sorry for you."

"Dad..." Yun Jianping's eyes were red and tears fell.

Yun Jianping's heartfelt words made Xiao Zhirou feel mixed emotions, and she couldn't tell whether she was happy or guilty.

"You and Valley Master Xiao are both my closest people." Yun Zhuiyue didn't seem to want to fall into the whirlpool of emotions and lose her composure, so she said solemnly, "Right now, Dali is in turmoil due to war, and Longxiang Mountain is also not enjoying peace. Sending you to Jueqing Valley may not be a bad thing, at least your father won't have to worry about you all day long. If... you also want to take Valley Master Xiao as your master, your father will not only not obstruct you, but will be very pleased."

"Really?" Xiao Zhirou and Yun Jianping said in unison, showing how excited they were.

"When have I ever lied to you?" Yun Zhuiyue smiled calmly and said, "Ping'er, you must remember that once a teacher, you are a father for life. In the future, you must not only learn from Master Xiao with an open mind, but also treat Master Xiao like your own mother, be filial and don't disobey her. No matter what happens, you are not allowed to make her angry, let alone make her sad."

Yun Zhuiyue's words seemed to remind Yun Jianping to abide by the master-disciple relationship, but in fact they were trying to bring them together as mother and daughter.

Xiao Zhirou was very smart, how could she not see Yun Zhuiyue's good intentions? She was even more grateful to Yun Zhuiyue, but also more ashamed.

"My daughter will remember your father's teachings." Yun Jianping showed joy and accepted the order gladly.

Hearing this, Yun Zhuiyue turned her gaze to Xiao Zhirou and said with a wry smile, "Ping'er has been spoiled by me since she was young, so it's inevitable that she will be disobedient sometimes. I'm sorry to trouble you to take care of her."

"Don't worry! Ping'er is smart and kind-hearted. She will definitely not let you and me down."

"it is good……"

Seeing Yun Zhuiyue's pain, Xiao Zhirou instantly understood that he couldn't bear to part with Yun Jianping, so she comforted him, "If you miss your daughter, you can come to Jueqing Valley to see her anytime. And, I hope that one day, the world will no longer be filled with fighting and intrigue, but will be able to live in harmony, so that you and I will no longer have to endure the pain of separation."

Yun Zhuiyue's eyes were excited, and her voice was trembling as she asked, "Will that day come?"

"Will!"

Before Xiao Zhirou could answer, Teng Sanshi's laughter suddenly rang out.

As they approached, Teng Sanshi ignored the surprised looks of the others and suddenly opened his arms. He held Yun Zhuiyue with one hand and Xiao Zhirou with the other, and pulled them to his front. He said meaningfully, "You have grown up and have your own ideas. You will no longer listen to my arrangements for some things. It doesn't matter. I can wait. I firmly believe that our family... will be reunited one day."

After saying this, Teng Sanshi laughed loudly towards the sky, said goodbye in a chic manner, turned around to call the members of the Teng clan, and walked towards the valley entrance in a hurry.

Teng Sanshi has always been clear about gratitude and resentment, and comes and goes like the wind. It makes people laugh and cry, but also makes people admire him very much.

After the discussion, the two groups of people from Longxiang Mountain and Jueqing Valley set out to leave Luoyan Valley one after another.

When they passed Luo Tianjin, Yun Zhuiyue slowed down, leaving behind a look full of contempt and disdain, and a snort full of mockery.

Xiao Zhirou walked without stopping, without looking away. No matter how much he loved her and tried to persuade her to stay, she turned a blind eye and turned a deaf ear. With a heart as firm as a rock, she walked away, leaving only a cold and determined back to Luo Tianjin.

Half an hour later, the crowded Luoyan Valley became empty and deserted.

Groups of people came down the mountain one after another, without stopping for a moment, and quickly went their separate ways, taking advantage of the darkness before dawn to quietly disappear in all directions.

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(End of this chapter)