The Perfect Strategy

Shock.

Absolute shock!

Witnessing the scene of Guo Jiannan kneeling, Yuwen Qianyue felt her mind buzz with a deafening roar. Her usual intelligence and composure were instantly replaced by a blank void, leaving her standing at the door like a wooden block.

She had originally assumed that Yi Feng was only fearless because he relied on Guo Jiannan's authority. She thought he was simply enjoying the innate privileges of a junior relative, perhaps possessing only a meager cultivation base.

She despised that kind of spoiled second-generation heir the most!

But she never expected this...

Yi Feng was not a junior at all; on the contrary, he was addressed as "Brother" by Guo Jiannan himself!

It was unbelievable. This obscure cultivator, seemingly mortal and without fame, actually held such weight that even the Invincible Sword Venerable had to kneel and beg him. Who exactly was he? What was his true identity?

Waves of shock surged over her, layer upon layer, until Yuwen Qianyue was so astounded her breathing came to a halt.

At this very moment.

She dared not make a single sound, feeling humble and insignificant to the extreme.

In vain, she had calculated everything, yet she could never have imagined that Yi Feng—the man she looked down upon—was so formidable. What was even more terrifying was that despite possessing such weight and status, he could remain in the Outer Sect without showing off his power. His shrewdness and depth of mind were simply terrifying!

Her past little clever tricks seemed so laughable in retrospect!

Yuwen Qianyue stood foolishly before the door, feeling a chill run through her entire body. She stared blankly at the two men in the courtyard, not daring to harbor any more schemes, suddenly becoming extremely obedient and honest.

She clutched the spirit chicken in her hands tightly, as if holding onto her last saving straw.

In front of such a figure, her petty little thoughts had probably been seen through long ago. The reason he hadn't bothered with her was likely just out of disdain. Only by serving him with all her heart and soul in the future could she perhaps preserve her life...

Under her gaze, filled with extreme trepidation, the scene unfolded.

Yi Feng was completely stunned when he saw his "little brother" suddenly kneel to ask for help.

Only after hearing the words clearly did he snap back to reality and help Guo Jiannan up.

"Brother Guo, why is this necessary!"

"Brother Tree is in trouble, so naturally I will go save him. Performing such a grand gesture treats me too much like a stranger."

Guo Jiannan was slowly helped up, the emotion in his eyes intensifying.

The grudge between him and Wind Snow Island was destined to end only when one side died. Dragging anyone else into this could result in a fatal disaster. Even if someone refused his request for help, it would be perfectly understandable.

Yet at this moment, Brother Yi agreed without the slightest hesitation. Even facing the entirety of Wind Snow Island, he made a firm promise. For the safety of a friend, no danger could shake this man's resolve.

What incredible righteousness!

Guo Jiannan bowed again hurriedly, tears shimmering in his eyes.

"Brother Yi's great righteousness is something we will remember for the rest of our lives!"

Yi Feng thought to himself that although this little brother was a bit older, he was certainly passionate and loyal. Perhaps because he had been poisoned and betrayed in the past, he valued brotherhood so highly. Getting to know such a brother was indeed a joyous thing.

Yi Feng smiled, patted his shoulder to comfort him, and then asked a question.

"We already address each other as brothers; we are close friends, so there is no need for such formalities. Do you know where Brother Tree has been taken by them? Let us set off immediately to rescue him, lest Brother Tree faces any danger!"

Guo Jiannan looked up and nodded, his expression grave.

"Brother Yi is absolutely right."

"I have already investigated thoroughly. Venerable Tree has had his cultivation sealed and is imprisoned in the forbidden Red Moon Forest behind the Heavenly Palace. It is extremely likely that they have set an ambush..."

He stopped halfway through his sentence, his eyes revealing worry and anxiety. He seemed terrified that Yi Feng might encounter danger because of this. If any mishap were to occur, he would regret it for the rest of his life!

However, hearing this, a sharp glint flashed through Yi Feng's eyes.

An ambush?

If there really were some fatal trap, that would be absolutely perfect!

Not waiting for his brother to finish, Yi Feng responded on the spot.

"There is no time to lose!"

"We shall set off right now to rescue Brother Tree!"

His domineering words were extraordinarily decisive. With his hands clasped behind his back, he stepped forward, looking utterly invincible!

Guo Jiannan was awestruck on the spot and gained a few degrees of confidence. With Brother Yi's assistance, there should be a chance of victory in this endeavor. He quickly waved his sleeve to tear open the void!

...

Above Wind Snow Island.

The sacred Heavenly Palace had hung high in the sky for tens of thousands of years, overlooking the endless islands like a bright moon. The massive island where the Heavenly Palace resided was magnificent and filled with abundant spiritual energy, yet the back mountain was dead silent.

Moonlight spilled into the forest, illuminating the blood-red color of the soil. It looked somewhat bewitching, causing one to shudder without cold.

This was the forbidden ground of Wind Snow Island, the Red Moon Forest.

Devoid of life, silent as a cicada in winter.

On this night of the full moon, however, several figures strangely walked out, their eyes carrying dark smiles.

The leader stood at the edge of the forest, slowly stroking his beard.

"Thank you all for your hard work."

"That Tree Demon has been suppressed by the Ten Directions Desolation Formation. His entire cultivation is sealed. At this moment, he is locked tightly within the Red Moon Forest, his lifeblood being drained every moment. Even if he had wings, it would be hard for him to escape!"

The accompanying men nodded with smiles, except for one old man who looked anxious.

"Elder Chen is absolutely right."

"However..."

"We are fully prepared, and logically there should be no mistakes. But what if Guo Jiannan doesn't dare to come? Wouldn't our efforts be in vain?"

Hearing this, the smile on the leading old man, Elder Chen, deepened.

"He won't."

"Guo Jiannan values loyalty above all else in his life, and he has a deep friendship with that Tree Demon. The demon used his own body to block the formation to protect him; how could Guo flee alone? That is absolutely not Guo Jiannan's style."

As his voice fell, the old men on both sides nodded in agreement with smiles.

"Indeed. Guo Jiannan is a pedantic man. Even though his cultivation and talent were unrivaled for a time, he is always bogged down by worldly sentiments. He will inevitably come to throw himself into the net!"

"Hmph, the so-called title of Invincible Sword Venerable merely means he is invincible in the way of the sword. If we really want to deal with him, it will be as easy as turning over a hand!"

The men in the front looked at each other and laughed, wearing expressions of dark, mutual understanding.

As Pavilion Elders of Wind Snow Island, they were founding members and naturally knew a thing or two about the inside story of the past. If Guo Jiannan hadn't been so shallow, how could he have been sealed in the Demon Suppression Prison?

He was ignorant of the human heart back then, and today he was bound to repeat the same mistakes!

Invincible Sword Venerable?

Hehe, just a brute with empty cultivation.

Amidst a burst of laughter, the pride in Elder Chen's eyes grew stronger, as if everything was under his control.

"Gentlemen, there is no need to be impatient."

"We have long since laid down the Ten Directions Desolation Formation, and we have the geographical advantage of the Red Moon Forest. I have also released rumors beforehand that the Tree Demon is imprisoned here. Guo Jiannan will definitely walk right into our trap!"

"Today is the golden opportunity for us to make a great contribution!"

Everything had been calculated.

It was a flawless plan, watertight. The others looked at him with admiration and laughed loudly.

"Hahaha..."

"Elder Chen is brilliant!"

Just as the crowd was roaring with laughter, ripples suddenly oscillated in the void outside the forest before them.

One old man and one young man stepped out, their faces solemn.

Seeing Guo Jiannan steadily appear, the group was momentarily stunned, and then the smiles in their eyes deepened!

Elder Chen, the leader, floated forward a few steps, immediately greeting him with a sarcastic and eccentric tone.

"Invincible Sword Venerable, it has been a long time."

"This old man predicted long ago that you would definitely come to save your demonic colleague. Since you have walked into the trap today, do not blame this old man for disregarding our past relationship!"

"Today, we shall see if the Invincible Sword Venerable, who has returned to the world after experiencing a great war, is still worthy of the word 'Invincible'!"

The challenge was extremely arrogant, and the people beside him also watched with dark smiles.

Strangely enough.

Faced with such a formation, Guo Jiannan did not respond immediately. After sizing them up gravely for a few breaths, he actually turned sideways and stepped out of the way.

The young man behind him strode forward, his gaze sweeping over them with an expression of utter indifference.

"Cut the nonsense."

"If you know what's good for you, release them immediately. Otherwise, it will be too late for regrets."

Seeing this unfamiliar youth step forward, a look of surprise flashed through the old men's eyes.

They scrutinized him for a few moments but found nothing extraordinary about him, nor did they have any clue as to his identity. They simply assumed that Guo Jiannan had no one else to turn to, forced to rely on a mere wet-behind-the-ears brat for support. It was truly pathetic.

Instantly, a roar of mocking laughter echoed throughout the Red Moon Forest!