Chapter 203: Rumors and Gossips
The early morning of December 6th.
There are still two days left before the Treasure Conference of the Mermaid Kingdom.
The atmosphere inside the Mermaid Kingdom is completely different from previous Treasure Conferences.
The news of both the Hanhai Department and the Immortal Kingdom paying their respects to the Wolf God has already spread throughout the city overnight. And now, out of the forty Praetorian Guards brought by Luo Yujun, thirty are stationed outside the campus where the Wolf God resides.
Luo Yujun only brought ten people back to his residence.
Such a posture startled the cultivators in the city.
Moreover, the news about the Moluo Sword Master has gradually spread throughout the city with the approaching of the Treasure Conference.
People know that the Wolf God's visit to the Mermaid Kingdom was for the sake of a friend who was controlled by the Moluo Evil Sword and killed someone in the Mermaid Kingdom.
Also, Hanhai Department Priest Li Po and Immortal Kingdom Lord Luo Yujun have come for this matter, and only the Wolf God is highly regarded.
With such a situation and the pressure from three sides, even the Mermaid Kingdom has felt the pressure.
The fact that all the nearby patrol fleets were recalled that night is a clear indication.
Moreover, in some circles, the news of Wuqi Country's lord's visit to worship the Wolf God has revealed a terrifying secret.
If this situation is not handled properly, it may even attract the notorious ancient monster!
In this way, the Mermaid Kingdom is facing pressure from all sides…
People are marveling at how terrifying the Wolf God is, realizing it is not an ordinary ancient beast. In this situation, even the Mermaid Kingdom must be vigilant.
However, as the news spread, some discussions were also taking place throughout the city…
"The Wolf God of Hanyu Mountain is too domineering. Are his friends worthy of life, while other lives are not? Therefore, when the Moluo Evil Sword kills someone, the Mermaid Kingdom punishes and administers justice, exterminating the Moluo Evil Spirit for the benefit of the world. What fault is there in this? However, he arrogantly relies on his martial prowess and comes to our door to demand an explanation, even forcing the Mermaid Kingdom to release prisoners…Humph! He is so full of himself!"
"Exactly! This action is too domineering! Demons like this should be eradicated by everyone. The Moluo Evil Sword has caused chaos in the world, and yet the Wolf God not only doesn't make an effort to strangle it, but also wants to protect it. Can this kind of behavior be done by the predecessors of the righteous path?"
"Stepping into the evil path, wielding a devil sword, killing people and still having someone to protect you… hmph! It's good to have senior cultivators as friends, even if we do evil deeds and commit arson, we won't die. If only I had a senior cultivator friend too."
"Who could be a good person when mixing with the Candle Dragon? Bah! They are nothing but bullying others by relying on their strong power! Ridiculous gods! It's almost like being a demon!"
"Being friends with Moluo Sword Master, isn't that being a demon? Hahaha…"
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Similar discussions appeared in some places in the city.
However, most people still choose to be bystanders.
For the cultivators who are invited to participate in the Treasure Conference, they are not sure whether the Wolf God is domineering or not, but as for the Mermaid Kingdom…they have always been tough in their methods.
Upon entering the Mermaid Kingdom, one must abide by the laws of the Mermaid Kingdom. Once violated, the Mermaids can directly catch and kill the violators in accordance with the law.
The laws of the Mermaid Kingdom have always been strict.
Therefore, although there were verbal attacks against Lu Heng, more people remained neutral and curious to see how the Mermaid Kingdom would respond to the Wolf God.
Shortly thereafter, Lu Heng and Xiao Ai found out about the rumors and gossip surrounding the attacks on Lu Heng.
In the courtyard, the little girl with silver animal ears who heard the news had a gloomy face, and her anger was almost out of control.
She looked at Lu Heng with extreme anger and said, "The Wolf God, those rodents spreading rumors outside!"
In the courtyard, after listening to Praetorian Guard's report, Lu Heng shook his head and said,
"Although their words are extreme, they are not entirely wrong. What are we here for? Isn't it to protect our friends?"
"And our friend is none other than Moluo Sword Master who killed a man."
Lu Heng laughed and said, "So let them say what they want. What can you do with your anger? Can you rush out and kill them all? Wouldn't that just confirm that we are using our power to bully the weak?"
Lu Heng's words made the little girl flinch slightly, then feel extremely wronged.
"But… but we never sheltered any demons!"
Xiao Ai was incredibly upset, with a face about to cry. "The Wolf God clearly came to care about Miss Huo. He only saves people when they are not fully controlled by the demonic sword. If Miss Huo really falls into the demonic path, the Wolf God will be the one to kill her… The rumors that those people outside spread are completely unfounded!"
The little girl was left feeling wronged, while Lu Heng smiled and said,
"Living under the scrutiny of others can be tiresome. Xiao Ai, you care too much about what others think."
Lu Heng's words made Xiao Ai even more upset.
"But…but…" the little girl pouted with grievances. "Those people were slandering you maliciously…You are not what they said!"
The little girl was so heartbroken in her distress that even if she was the one being scolded, she wouldn't feel as sad.
Lu Heng laughed heartily and ruffled her hair, "Don't be too concerned. Some people just see the situation change and feel jealous, that's why they cause trouble. If we confront them, we will fall into the trap set by those sneaky rats in the dark."
"Keep a calm and level-headed attitude, and nothing can bring you down."
Lu Heng's words caused Xiao Ai to widen her eyes in astonishment.
"Are people causing trouble? Is it possible…?"
The young girl instinctively looked towards the nearby palace.
However, Lu Heng shook his head and said, "It's not the Mermaid Kingdom. The Mermaid Kingdom has a high opinion of itself. Although they may feel pressure due to yesterday's events, they would not resort to such despicable tricks… There is someone else behind this mischief-making."
Lu Heng said, "You surely remember the seven people Brother Huo killed after he fell into darkness… All seven were accomplished cultivators, with many disciples, friends, relatives, and acquaintances. If they were to band together, they could be considered a small force in the South Sea."
"Before, when the Mermaid Kingdom wanted to kill Brother Huo, they didn't object and therefore didn't take action. But now that I have arrived, they feel pressured. They worry that because of me, the Mermaid Kingdom may change its mind and release its enemies. So, they have to take action."
Lu Heng smiled and said, "Through their actions, the ones being roasted over the fire are not me, Lu Heng, but the Mermaid Kingdom…"
"These people are trying to influence public opinion, to make us completely stand against the Mermaid Kingdom. If this opinion they are guiding continues to fester, then if the Mermaid Kingdom really does release Brother Huo in the future, wouldn't they lose face? An ancient great power, afraid of the threat of a wolf demon, releasing a prisoner… If such rumors spread, the lord of the Mermaid Kingdom may become murderously angry."
"If their scheme succeeds, it could indeed block any possibility of reconciliation between us and the Mermaid Kingdom."
"However, the Mermaid Kingdom definitely doesn't wish to see such a confrontational situation."
Lu Heng chuckled and said, "So you need not be angry, for there is someone who is even more enraged than you… Ha ha ha…"
