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In recent days, disciples of Piaomiao Palace have been discussing one matter.

"Hey, have you heard? Palace Master Shangguan was ambushed by someone."

"I heard too, and it seems like she was ambushed by Vice Palace Master Nangong Qi."

"Shh, keep your voice down, it wouldn't be good if others heard."

"It's really unexpected, that Vice Palace Master Nangong Qi would do such a thing..."

"I heard the elders were involved too."

"My goddess is done for."

"Goddess?"

"Palace Master Shangguan is my goddess; I have adored her for a long time."

"If only I were stronger... I would definitely go and rescue Palace Master Shangguan."

...

Similar conversations were taking place in every corner of Piaomiao Palace.

Shangguan Yunyue was just and amiable in her dealings with others, holding a significant status in the hearts of all disciples. Now with Shangguan Yunyue having fallen victim to an ambush, her life and death uncertain, the disciples were extremely angry and deeply saddened. Yet, powerless as they were, they could not rescue Shangguan Yunyue, and were only able to curse the perpetrators behind their backs and sigh in frustration.

There are two things in this world that cannot be restrained: one is the human heart, and the other is the human mouth. Gossip spreads through the latter, and sure enough... the news of Shangguan Yunyue's ambush had been leaked.

With the instigation of some with ulterior motives, the news of Shangguan Yunyue's ambush spread further and wider. Everyone who heard it shared the same expression: shock!

Who is Shangguan Yunyue? The Palace Master of Piaomiao Palace! With cultivation at the Tribulation Crossing Period Great Perfection stage, such a formidable figure was ambushed? And still now her life and death are unknown?

At first, everyone thought the news was fake, but after many days without Piaomiao Palace issuing a denial, people started to sense that something was amiss...

Soon, Emperor Dugu Jingtian also learned of the matter.

"What? Shangguan Yunyue was ambushed? Her life and death are uncertain?" Dugu Jingtian was greatly surprised, "Is it true or not?"

"Your subordinate has already investigated, and the news is true," a guard replied respectfully: "Shangguan Yunyue indeed suffered an ambush, and many people were involved in it... The ringleader is Nangong Qi... I also found out that Shangguan Yunyue was poisoned, has lost her cultivation, and is relying on a Defensive Array to stay alive..." The guard reported the information he had gathered.

"Why would Nangong Qi want to ambush Shangguan Yunyue?"

"That... I'm not sure, there might have been conflicts."

"Nangong Qi... I really did not expect this," Dugu Jingtian lamented, "All this time, Nangong Qi had given me the impression of being straightforward and honest, a rare talent for a general! Now it seems I was mistaken; Nangong Qi is clearly a ruthless wolf in sheep's clothing. As far as I know, Shangguan Yunyue relied heavily on Nangong Qi, often entrusting Piaomiao Palace to his care when she traveled abroad... Shangguan Yunyue must have never dreamed that Nangong Qi would ambush her, right? Not just her, I had never expected it either."

"Your Majesty, should we... go and rescue Shangguan Yunyue?" the guard asked hesitantly, knowing that Dugu Jingtian had affections for Shangguan Yunyue and had expressed his love for her many times, only to be politely rejected each time. The guard thought that Dugu Jingtian would surely want to rescue Shangguan Yunyue and seize the opportunity to gain her favor.

"Rescue?" Dugu Jingtian shook his head: "This is their internal affair; we should not get involved."

"Huh?" The guard was stunned, not expecting Dugu Jingtian to say such a thing. Was this not the way to love? Could it be that Dugu Jingtian's feelings had changed, and he no longer liked Shangguan Yunyue?

"From now on, keep a close watch on every move of Piaomiao Palace. If you discover anything unusual, report to me immediately."

"Yes."

"Alright, you may leave now."

"Yes."

The guard walked away in a daze, and until he left, he still didn't understand why Dugu Jingtian, who was so fond of Shangguan Yunyue, did not come to her rescue. What could be the reason? It didn't make sense. He just couldn't figure it out.

There was insider information to this situation.

Some time ago, Dugu Jingtian accompanied the avatar of Great Immortal Ximen Lie to the Piaomiao Palace to search for eighteen steles. He had a severe conflict with Shangguan Yunyue. Subsequently, Shangguan Yunyue used a scheme to trap Dugu Jingtian and Ximen Lie. In order to save their lives, Dugu Jingtian and Ximen Lie gave up a strand of their souls and swore never to trouble Piaomiao Palace again.

After this incident, Dugu Jingtian grew to hate Shangguan Yunyue, and his affection for her gradually faded.

Just now, when Dugu Jingtian learned of Shangguan Yunyue being ambushed, he actually felt a touch of schadenfreude. This was good news. If Shangguan Yunyue died, then he wouldn't have to worry about her threat in the future.

The only concern was... Shangguan Yunyue held a strand of Dugu Jingtian's soul. If she met with an accident, that strand of soul would likely vanish into thin air... At that time, Dugu Jingtian would be in trouble, with the best outcome being severe damage from a disordered Divine Soul, and at worst, immediate death.

If I go to Piaomiao Palace to rescue Shangguan Yunyue, she would surely be extremely grateful. Maybe she would return my soul strand to me. But this thought was instantly dismissed by Dugu Jingtian. "Shangguan Yunyue is a very rational woman. Even if she were grateful, she probably wouldn't return my soul strand."

Better to secretly observe for a while before acting.

Exactly how to proceed still required careful consideration.

The most ideal way would be... to retrieve the soul strand before Shangguan Yunyue dies! The critical problem was... it was too difficult!

...

The border.

Within the military camp.

Gao Fei handed a piece of paper full of writing to the Great Demon, Immortal Master Huang.

"What's this?" Immortal Master Huang asked, his face full of confusion.

"Just take a look, and you'll know."

"Hiss... these things..." Immortal Master Huang glanced at the white paper, then his eyes bulged: "Did you come up with all these sneaky ideas?"

"It was me."

"Damn! You are just too... crafty!"

"Don't make it sound so bad, it's not craftiness, it's intelligence."

"Intelligence my ass! It's clearly downright craftiness! Dongfang Jian... who is Dongfang Jian? Your enemy?"

"Yes, my enemy." Gao Fei nodded. "I can't sleep in peace unless I get rid of him."

"What is Dongfang Jian's cultivation level?"

"Well, the same as mine, both at the Soul Out of Aperture Stage."

"Not very high then!" Immortal Master Huang grinned, showing his teeth: "I'll go slaughter him right now!"

"No, you can't." Gao Fei shook his head. "We can't let him die that easily! I want to torture him slowly, and only when he's at his last breath will I kill him. Only in this way can my pent-up resentment be fully released."

Immortal Master Huang's face twitched a few times: "Fine, I'll do as you say. However you want to do it." After saying this, Immortal Master Huang added: "Actually, I quite enjoy screwing people over myself."

"There's no time to delay, you should set off right now. Remember, you must be extremely cautious and careful, don't let your whereabouts be exposed." Gao Fei admonished.

"Rest assured, I guarantee I'll complete the mission." Immortal Master Huang stuffed the paper full of writing into his chest and then turned on his heel, striding away.

A cold smile appeared on the corner of Gao Fei's mouth. "Dongfang Jian, I've prepared a feast for you, you're sure to love it! Heh heh..."