I Don't Agree to the Terms
Chapter 213 - 132: Who Spread This False Rumor_2

Chapter 213: Chapter 132: Who Spread This False Rumor_2

The news spread so quickly because the Demon Sect was stirring the pot, intending to use a tactic of killing with praise to make Gu Shanhai a target. However, they hadn’t expected Gu Shanhai to be so capable, killing one opponent after another—kill one who comes alone, kill both if they come in pairs, which only enhanced his reputation.

As for his strength, it was decent, barely comparable to Sethanda Esohon and Rahan Duer back in the day. If it were the old Gu Shanhai, he would indeed have been in a sorry state, but the current Gu Shanhai, after spending a great deal of time and consuming a massive amount of resources to develop, found beating them easier than dealing with children, considering one still has to take the children’s parents into account, but this bunch who died didn’t have anyone daring to bicker with him.

Following the Heavenly Sect Master into the main hall, Gu Shanhai slowly got down from Little White’s back and took a seat in the secondary seat—the main seat was of course taken by the Heavenly Sect Master. When visiting someone else’s home, it wasn’t your place to take the main seat.

"Master Lu visits our Heavenly Sect, surely you’re not here to challenge us?" The Heavenly Sect Master humorously threw out this line.

"No, I’m not a combative person, I prefer to resolve conflicts." Gu Shanhai replied with a renowned quip.

"That’s good, we’re already known figures in the Martial Arts world, and it wouldn’t be right to fight rashly," The Heavenly Sect Master smoothly followed up.

"So this is a bill, can someone cover it for me?" Gu Shanhai said, as he pulled out a list from his robes.

This left the Heavenly Sect Master a bit dumbfounded, mainly because Gu Shanhai’s thoughts were too jumpy and caught him off guard. He then gestured for an Elder to take it and first see what it was all about.

"What is this bill for?" the Heavenly Sect Master asked, since the involved party was present, it was natural to ask directly.

"It’s for my services in protecting your Sect Elders and Disciples, covering everything from the initial personal safety assurance fee to subsequent administration fees, vehicle fees, water fees, etc., along with the incurred late fees. Don’t worry, we’re so familiar by now, I’ll even give you a 99% discount. How could I possibly swindle you?" Gu Shanhai kindly explained the bill to the Heavenly Sect Master, even highlighting a few cases for verification.

The Heavenly Sect Master was stunned; he hadn’t expected in his years to encounter such an inventively named claimant.

The Elder, having reviewed the bill, was also in a dilemma, primarily because the items Gu Shanhai listed, while seemingly valuable, were mere trifles in the eyes of their sect though annoying and rare.

For example, the thousand-year-old ginseng, which had to be unprocessed and alive, left them wondering where to find it. If it was just a thousand-year-old ginseng, handing it over wouldn’t be a problem.

Then the hundred-year-old Heavenly Mountain Snow Lotus, let alone others, the Snow Lotus can’t even live that long.

Of course, age generally wasn’t an issue, the problem was that Gu Shanhai wanted them alive; they had all been processed into herbs and were not only dead but dried.

Thus, such an odd list left him feeling quite helpless and he could only pass it back to the Heavenly Sect Master.

The Heavenly Sect Master frowned after reading it.

"Ahem, Master Lu, the items listed on this bill are not lacking in our sect, but we can’t provide them," the Heavenly Sect Master placed the bill on the table, his first thought being that this so-called bill was merely a diversion, the real desire must be something else.

"I know, I seek the plants; you’ve turned them all into herbs, no matter, I can wait, you can help collect them and send them to the capital city when ready," Gu Shanhai remarked indifferently, just like the Heavenly Sect Master had guessed, not as a diversion, but as a strategic retreat to have them collect on his behalf.

He didn’t ask for much, just one of each type, and their value wasn’t considered expensive, not even the age mattered much.

"If that’s the case, then I’ll keep this bill at our Heavenly Sect until we have gathered everything, and then send it to Master Lu," the Heavenly Sect Master then asked, "May I know what Master Lu is doing in the capital? Could it be a visit to friends?"

"More like visiting relatives," Gu Shanhai said calmly.

Upon hearing this, the Heavenly Sect Master’s expression sharpened as if trying to discern something from Gu Shanhai’s tranquil face.

"Could it be that Master Lu is also of the Royal Family?" the Heavenly Sect Master sipped his tea and probed.

"Who has the fortune to ascend to the status of the Royal Family? My nephew became the top scorer years ago, and then there was no news of him, dead or alive, or perhaps he just forgot about his poor old uncle in pursuit of wealth and status," Gu Shanhai said, appearing slightly off as he spoke in the guise of a young man.

"Oh? I do recall the top scorer of those years; I wonder which one Master Lu is referring to. I might be able to shed some light," the Heavenly Sect Master inquired curiously, wondering how this person came to be connected with Gu Shanhai.

"I forgot, it’s been quite a while, at least thirty years," Gu Shanhai remarked nostalgically.

"..." Well, even a favorite of heaven would be an old man by now, probably not younger than this Heavenly Sect Master.

Where was he supposed to find him then? He had thought it was someone from recent years.

"That really is a long time ago," the Heavenly Sect Master responded, what else could he do.

"Alright, let’s not talk about that anymore. Hurry up and gather the items on the bill for me; I came all the way here, don’t expect me to leave empty-handed," Gu Shanhai abruptly changed his tone.

"Since Master Lu says so, and it’s not anything valuable, let’s have someone check the storeroom and gather what we can," the Heavenly Sect Master suddenly felt that Gu Shanhai’s aspirations seemed somewhat petty, coming in person for such trifles.

But there was no contempt or disdain on his part; at his level, many actions were dictated by social niceties, because he sat too high.

If not for Gu Shanhai, only the Sect Leader of the Demon Sect could rival him on the martial arts scene, he didn’t even regard the current Emperor.

The control of power often left him no choice, even though he was known as the Grandmaster in the martial arts world.

"The Sect Master is indeed generous. I was thinking of making a scene and extorting you if you refused," Gu Shanhai spoke with novelty.

He didn’t have a good impression of martial sects, and as for feeling indebted? As long as he felt justified, he wouldn’t have any psychological burden.

"But speaking of which, I have traveled thousands of miles on my deer, undefeated by anyone; don’t you want to try measuring up against me?" Gu Shanhai asked with a bit of curiosity.

"I have tried, and I’m not your match," the Heavenly Sect Master admitted openly.

At these words, all the Heavenly Sect Elders and disciples present exploded in shock; the Sect Master was seen as the best, and his admission of being inferior to Gu Shanhai confirmed the rumors spread by the Demon Sect.

"You... did well, and you may climb even higher in the future," Gu Shanhai commented, his tone like that of an elder giving advice to a junior.

Losing is not dreadful; what’s truly dreadful is not acknowledging defeat and failing to learn from it. Just this magnanimity alone indicated that he would still be a leading figure in the moral path in the era when spiritual energy was to resurge, not just in name or political skill, but in his profound understanding of the martial arts.

"On the way here, I have developed a new technique; why not join hands, it might help both of us," Gu Shanhai suddenly said.

The Sect Master remained composed and asked, "I would be delighted, but how long did you ponder this technique, Master Lu?"

"Eight thousand miles," Gu Shanhai quipped with a reference to his title used by the Demon Sect.

"That really is..." the Heavenly Sect Master was at a loss for words. A technique devised over a month, can it really be so reliable?

Ordinary people train day and night through seasons to advance, let alone a new technique.

"What, you think my technique is too hastily prepared? I have longer ones, but I fear your Heavenly Sect might not be able to withstand them," Gu Shanhai joked, seeing the other’s expression.