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True Martial Mountain.

Since Ning Qi descended the mountain, more than ten days have passed.

During this time, many things have happened.

The return of Jiang Baishan and Lin Ruhua certainly couldn't be hidden from Xiong Shi and others, and naturally, an explanation was needed. Keeping it a secret from Qin Yun wouldn't be fair, as he had turned into an ice sculpture and might never wake up again. Luo Wentian also didn't want the fellow brothers and sisters to have any misunderstandings about Qin Yun.

Therefore.

After consulting with Taoist Longshan, and receiving permission, he finally revealed everything to the fellow junior brothers and sisters.

He started with how Jiang Baishan and Lin Ruhua were ambushed by the Demon Sect, and the perils that followed, Qin Yun rushed to help, and eventually, Ning Qi suppressed Ghost Mask.

Naturally.

It wasn't possible to keep Ning Qi's identity a secret anymore.

Everyone was saddened, and upon seeing Qin Yun's frozen body, their eyes turned red, overwhelmed with sorrow, especially Ye Qinghe and Song City. They had the closest relationship with Qin Yun, and after realizing what Qin Yun had secretly done, they caressed the ice sculpture, feeling bitter and pained. Fortunately, Qin Yun wasn't dead, and they still held hope in their hearts.

At the same time, they were also extremely shocked.

They couldn't believe that the renowned True Man Tianjian was actually Ning Qi!

Even though they had already anticipated Ning Qi's might to some extent, it still far exceeded their imagination. Not even in their dreams did they dare dream in such a direction!

Therefore.

When Ning Qi returned to True Martial Mountain, he was met with resentful gazes:

"Jiu (Ninth Senior Brother), you kept us in the dark so much!"

Ning Qi looked towards Luo Wentian and, upon seeing his helpless expression, understood what had happened. However, he instead breathed a sigh of relief, using this opportunity to be honest with the fellow brothers and sisters.

Keeping it a secret wasn't a good thing. The reason for not telling them before was that Ning Qi didn't have enough self-protection power back then; too many people in this world could threaten him.

But now, Ning Qi had truly stood at the pinnacle of the world.

Since Luo Wentian and Jiang Baishan already knew, there was no need to hide it from the other fellow brothers and sisters.

Ning Qi shrugged and smiled:

"You can't blame me for this."

He looked at Luo Wentian and Taoist Longshan with a plea for help in his eyes, but the two just smiled and stepped back, looking helpless.

Ye Qinghe circled around Ning Qi several times, clicking her tongue in amazement, then lightly snorted:

"Jiu, quickly transform into the form of True Man Tianjian, and we'll let you go!"

Everyone nodded repeatedly, showing a 'resentful look,' but in their eyes was all expectation. Even though they had heard it from Luo Wentian and Jiang Baishan, they still found it hard to believe and had to see it with their own eyes.

Faced with the 'siege' from fellow brothers and sisters, Ning Qi smiled helplessly.

He waved slightly, Gang Qi condensed, and in an instant, a cold-eyed black-robed Taoist appeared before them. Who else could it be but True Man Tianjian?

Everyone was dumbfounded.

Even Luo Wentian and Taoist Longshan were like this. Although they knew True Man Tianjian was a technique of Ning Qi, it was also the first time they'd seen Ning Qi use such a technique, and such a miraculous secret technique was truly impressive.

Especially Li Ling, the impact on him was even greater.

He had been learning sword from True Man Tianjian for a while, and now he knew that the person he admired most was his Ninth Senior Brother. The joy and excitement in his heart were beyond words.

"Ninth Senior Brother, you..."

He stammered with excitement, exchanged glances with Zhuang Chen, and saw admiration in each other's eyes, wishing to bow down in reverence.

Ning Qi laughed and said:

"In the future, if you want to learn sword, just come to Seeking Tao Institute."

Since he had already revealed his identity, he naturally wouldn't be stingy.

Teaching the two junior brothers wouldn't take much time either.

He waved his hand and dispersed his avatar, then said:

"This secret technique is called Formless Gang Body. Currently, the requirements are still a bit high, but when I delve into it more in the future, the requirements can be lowered. Then you all can learn it."

Everyone was exhilarated.

Ning Qi just nodded with a smile.

Many of the secret techniques he created in the past were tailored for himself, but as his cultivation grew stronger and his foundation deepened, he would slowly improve them and make them more universal. This way, it also gradually deepens the foundation of the True Martial Sect.

After some laughter and chatter.

Ning Qi's matter of concealing his identity was put to rest.

In fact, everyone was just joking. They were too happy to even be angry.

Entering Bright Martial Pavilion.

Everyone's once relaxed facial appearances gradually turned somber.

The frozen Qin Yun was quietly lying on the bed, and even though these days had passed, everyone had accepted this reality. But every time they saw Qin Yun's aging face and body, they couldn't help feeling a sense of heartache.

"Jiu, how did the mission go?" Taoist Longshan gently asked. Luo Wentian had already told him that Ning Qi went to the Demon Sect headquarters.

Ning Qi nodded:

"Everything went smoothly. The threat of the Demon Sect has been mostly eliminated."

He began to narrate the events he encountered after descending the mountain, though he glossed over certain parts.

Upon hearing that Ning Qi single-handedly destroyed the Demon Sect headquarters and even killed as many as fifty or sixty Celestial Human Realm martial artists, everyone was stunned, blankly staring at Ning Qi.

Celestial Human Realm, which is a level of martial artists chosen from among billions, requiring endless effort to reach, in their eyes.

But to Ning Qi, in such an indifferent tone, it was as simple and easy as slaughtering chickens and sheep.

They exchanged glances, each smiling wryly.

The gap between them and Ning Qi was indeed immense.

But more than that, they felt happy.

The threat of the Demon Sect and the Southern Border had long loomed in their hearts, and now half had been removed, making the future much lighter.

"But according to what you said, Jiu, there's still a Sect Leader of the Demon Sect in seclusion, we still need to be cautious." Luo Wentian said.

Ning Qi replied:

"No worries, I've already passed the intelligence on various Demon Sect branches to the Imperial Court, and the power of the Demon Sect is waning."

He then turned to face Lin Ruhua, whose eyes subtly showed concern, and said:

"Sister-in-law, I've already sent word to your mother, but to be safe, you should personally send a letter to her. Tell her to take the Lin Clan's branch and retreat, avoiding potential conflicts with the Imperial Court's experts. If they are unwilling to hide, our True Martial Sect can provide them a place of refuge."

Lin Ruhua instantly showed a look of joy. This matter had been on her mind, and she found it hard to speak up. Now that Ning Qi took the initiative to mention it, she felt immensely grateful.

"Thank you, Ninth Junior Brother! I'll write to my mother immediately!"

Everyone felt relieved.

They knew that Lin Xueshuang cared for her daughter and had voluntarily distanced herself from the Demon Sect's center of power because of Lin Ruhua, going to the Hundred Thousand Mountains.

Now that Lin Ruhua was proactively persuading her, she should come to True Martial Mountain, which will further strengthen the foundation of the True Martial Sect.

Of course.

They were even more pleased that Jiang Baishan no longer faced a difficult choice.

After finishing the discussion on the Demon Sect.

Everyone inevitably turned their gaze back to Qin Yun, and Jiang Baishan couldn't help but ask:

"Jiu, about Ba..."

Ning Qi reassured:

"Don't worry, I will certainly awaken Eighth Senior Brother in the future! If a Martial Saint isn't enough, then surpass Martial Saint, I will strive towards this goal!"

Everyone nodded firmly:

"Together, we'll search for the Ancient Secret Formula, and we'll certainly revive Ba (Eighth Senior Brother)!"

Taoist Longshan smiled reassuringly:

"Take your time, at least... now we're reunited again."

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