Chapter 49: Linghu Chong

As for Linghu Chong, Yu Xian genuinely disliked him; perhaps he was the protagonist from Jin Yong’s Wuxia novels that he disliked the most—simply an ungrateful wretch.

Especially regarding Ning Zhongze, in the original story, when Sister Ning was humiliated by the Demonic Cult Elders, he just stood by and watched without stepping in to save her. That was truly unfilial.

No matter what, Ning Zhongze raised him like a son; she was the kindest person to him in the world. Yet, how did he repay Sister Ning?

In Yu Xian’s view, Linghu Chong did not deserve forgiveness.

“Chonger, that man was a lecher who has harmed countless women and deserves to be executed by everyone. You actually want to avenge him?” Ning Zhongze saw Linghu Chong draw his sword and attack Yu Xian, looking as if he intended to avenge Tian Boguang and kill Yu Xian. She was extremely furious!

How could she have raised such a Disciple who couldn’t distinguish right from wrong?

Was there a problem with her upbringing?

“He killed Brother Tian!” Linghu Chong roared, then wildly slashed with his sword.

Ever since he had known Tian Boguang, he had never seen him commit any acts of stealing fragrance or stealing jade again. Instead, he saw Tian Boguang value loyalty greatly and act very generously when drinking with him. Linghu Chong felt a sense of mutual appreciation with Tian Boguang.

Now that Tian Boguang was killed, how could he not seek revenge for him?

At the level of a second-rate martial artist, he should not have possessed Feng Qingyang’s Lone Nine Swords, and Yue Buqun had not yet taught him either. Yu Xian disdained him; after one dodge, he kicked Linghu Chong away.

Linghu Chong also had a stubborn nature. Even knowing he was no match, after scrambling up, he swung his sword at Yu Xian again. There were no discernible Moves at all, just a flurry of random slashing.

Yu Xian shook his head watching him.

“If you continue to be so unable to distinguish right from wrong and insist on avenging this lecher, then don’t blame me for being impolite.” Yu Xian coldly stared at Linghu Chong, who was trying to fight him to the death.

According to the original plot, Liu Zhengfeng of the Hengshan Mountain Sect was supposed to hold a ceremony to retire from the Martial Forest, and the people of the Five Peaks Sword Sect would all go to Hengshan Mountain.

However, Yi Lin of the Hengshan Mountain Sect was abducted by Tian Boguang, and just as he was about to commit an outrage, Linghu Chong discovered him, and Linghu Chong used strategy to force Tian Boguang to release her, leading to them getting acquainted.

But because Zuo Lengchan wanted to cause trouble at Liu Zhengfeng’s retirement ceremony, Yu Xian killed those Songshan Taibao guards. Zuo Lengchan then had no time to deal with Liu Zhengfeng, so he ordered Liu Zhengfeng to wait until after the Five Peaks Alliance Conference to retire.

Therefore, everyone from the Five Peaks Sword Sect went to the Songshan Sect to attend the Five Peaks Alliance Conference. The incident of saving the young nun at Hengshan Mountain should not have happened.

Yu Xian didn’t know how Linghu Chong ended up getting involved with Tian Boguang later. Was it still about saving that young nun? After all, Linghu Chong was the protagonist of’Smiling, Proud Wanderer,’ and the storyline would revolve around him.

Linghu Chong paid no heed to Yu Xian’s words and continued recklessly.

“Yu Xian, spare his life, I beg you.” Ning Zhongze saw the displeasure on Yu Xian’s Face and knew Yu Xian was intent on killing him, so she quickly said to Yu Xian.

Although Linghu Chong disappointed her greatly, he was the child she had raised with her own hands. She could not stand by and watch Yu Xian kill Linghu Chong.

When Yu Xian heard Ning Zhongze’s words, there was no displeasure on his Face; rather, he had anticipated it.

Otherwise, Linghu Chong would have already died when he first charged at him. He only refrained from striking hard out of respect for Ning Zhongze. But since Linghu Chong showed no remorse, Yu Xian then developed the intent to kill.

Now that Ning Zhongze had spoken, he wouldn’t actually kill him! He could understand Ning Zhongze, especially since Ning Zhongze used the word ‘beg.’ There was no way he would disappoint Ning Zhongze.

Linghu Chong saw that Yu Xian’s attention was on Ning Zhongze and thought he had seized an opportunity. He calmed down considerably and immediately attacked Yu Xian with a Move called ‘Phoenix Arrives with Grace.’

Although Yu Xian’s eyes weren’t looking at Linghu Chong, just as his long sword arrived, Yu Xian extended two fingers and clamped down on the sword tip. With a surge of Internal Energy, Linghu Chong’s long sword immediately snapped, shattering into countless pieces.

Before Linghu Chong could react, Yu Xian struck his chest with a palm strike. He instantly felt as if his chest was about to split open. He flew backward violently and crashed heavily onto the ground. He tried to get up but found his entire body in agony; he had suffered severe Internal injuries.

“As the Eldest Disciple of the Huashan Sect, you fail to distinguish between good and evil and associate as brothers with a lecher—you are a disgrace to the prestigious orthodox sects.

As the Eldest Disciple of the Huashan Sect, you were entrusted by your Master to travel to Mountain, yet you drank and frolicked with a lecher halfway there. Such irresponsibility—what are your duties as a Disciple?

As the Eldest Disciple of the Huashan Sect, you risked your life for a lecher, clinging to life and death. How can you Face the Master and Mistress who raised and taught you?

Linghu Chong, you are unworthy as a Huashan Disciple, and unworthy as a son!

Today, for Sister Ning’s sake, I will spare you once. If you continue to be so unable to distinguish right from wrong and lack the responsibility of a Huashan Disciple, do not blame me for taking your life next time!” Yu Xian was uncharacteristically verbose for a moment.

Ning Zhongze saw that Linghu Chong was injured and went over to check. Seeing that his life was not in danger, she knew Yu Xian had truly held back. She sighed and shook her head, saying, “Chonger, you have truly disappointed me. When we return, explain the situation to your Master, and then go to Siguo Cliff to reflect on your actions.”

“Mistress…” Linghu Chong endured the pain throughout his body and called out Ning Zhongze’s name. He still wanted to avenge Tian Boguang, but he also had many things he wanted to ask Ning Zhongze, yet didn’t know where to begin.

“Also, stop calling me Mistress from now on. Your Master and I no longer have any relationship. If you still acknowledge me, call me Aunt Ning.” She feared Yu Xian would be displeased if she allowed the Huashan Sect Disciples to keep calling her Mistress.

“Mistress, I…”

“Finish the task your Master assigned you properly, and then return to the Huashan Sect. The Huashan Sect should now be facing threats from the Demonic Cult. You must return to protect your Junior Brothers and Junior Sisters. Do not forget, you are the Eldest Disciple of the Huashan Sect,” Ning Zhongze instructed one last time, hoping Linghu Chong could take up the responsibility of the Huashan Sect Eldest Disciple.

Having said that, Ning Zhongze paid no more attention to Linghu Chong and walked to Yu Xian’s side, saying, “Let’s go.”

Yu Xian nodded, then left a sum of silver for the tea stall owner and left with Ning Zhongze and the Little Dragon Girl.

The people who had been watching from the side only then began to discuss spiritedly.

It was mainly because Yu Xian had suddenly crushed someone’s head; the scene was too bloody and shocking, causing everyone present not to dare to breathe.

Afterward, upon hearing the conversation among Yu Xian and the others, they understood the whole story.

It turned out that the person Yu Xian crushed was the great lecher Tian Boguang, eliminating a great menace for the Martial Forest. Yet, the Eldest Disciple of the Huashan Sect had ties with the lecher and even wanted to seek revenge for him.

Now, seeing the struggling Linghu Chong trying to get up, everyone present couldn’t help but want to spit on him, discussing him animatedly and pointing fingers.

They were all criticizing him for being a Disciple of a major sect yet inexplicably debasing himself by associating as brothers with a lecher and even seeking revenge for him.

Linghu Chong felt a surge of anger upon hearing the discussions about him.

However, at this moment, he was severely wounded and still had his Master’s orders to follow, so it was not suitable to argue with these people. Thus, he left dejectedly.