In the final analysis, Ming Qi couldn't think of a better way to deal with the Biyou Sect. After all, the Biyou Sect was the sect he first entered upon his immortal path, and there were his former senior brothers and sisters there. Although Ming Qi's passion for revenge was burning, he still found it difficult to actually kill his former brothers and sisters.
In Ming Qi's mind, Yaoshan's Qing Mansion, the Mo Clan, and the Tenghua Purple Mansion were equally difficult to deal with, along with the Biyou Sect. The Qing Mansion had a close relationship with Yue Qinglong and Yue Dongqing, so dealing with them the way he dealt with the Chi Mansion was obviously impossible. As for the Mo Clan, Ming Qi didn't care about anyone except Mo Lan. The little Mo Lan who had always followed him around, calling him "brother," was now, decades later, and it seemed the little girl had grown into a sensible young woman.
Because of Mo Lan's existence, Ming Qi really didn't know how to deal with the Mo Clan. Finally, there was Tenghua's Purple Mansion. Ziyuan was now the manor's master, and it seemed likely that there were other, more specific reasons for the Purple Mansion's involvement in the attack on the Glazed Sacred Land. Ming Qi would personally inquire about this.
After much deliberation, Ming Qi decided to first visit Yaoshan's Qing Mansion to meet his old friends.
Setting foot on Yaoshan, Ming Qi was immediately captivated by the scenery. It seemed the rumor that Yaoshan was the most scenic in Xilan was true.
However, Ming Qi didn't have much time to admire the view. Yaoshan was surrounded by many sizable towns and cities, and the Qing Mansion was located midway up the mountain. Ming Qi simply unleashed the Golden Bridge of All Heavens and easily reached the sky above the Qing Mansion complex.
Ming Qi surveyed the entire Qing Mansion before approaching the main gate and addressing the guards, "Go inform Yue Qinglong and tell him an old friend is here to see you."
The two guards, shaken by the overwhelming pressure, were barely able to stand. They dared not ask any questions and simply ran inside.
Ming Qi and Xing Yun waited outside the gate. Soon, Yue Qinglong strode out of the mansion alone.
Years had passed, and Yue Qinglong had lost his youthful arrogance. He had become more mature and steady. While his strength hadn't improved dramatically, he was still considered a master within the Qi Mansion.
At first, Yue Qinglong, perplexed, glanced at the two men from behind as he walked. But when he caught sight of Ming Qi, he froze, even forgetting to move.
After a long moment, Yue Qinglong finally realized what was happening. A beaming smile lit up his face, and he strode towards Ming Qi.
"Where have you been? It's been at least ten years!"
Yue Qinglong reached out to pat Ming Qi's shoulder, but his hand missed. Ming Qi had already quietly dodged.
Yue Qinglong felt awkward and asked, "Why did you suddenly think of coming to Yaoshan?"
Ming Qi said, "I came to see an old friend, and I also have something I need to confirm."
Yue Qinglong was stunned, but then something clicked in his mind. He opened his mouth to speak, but nothing came out.
"Come on, go sit in the living room first. There's no reason to have you standing outside just because you're here."
Yue Qinglong was about to lead the way to the living room, but Ming Qi didn't move. He said calmly, "I'm sure you've heard about what's happened in Xilan Province recently."
Seeing that Ming Qi didn't seem inclined to sit in the living room, Yue Qinglong sighed helplessly. Hearing Ming Qi's question, he said, "I've heard a little bit. Guangling City was razed to the ground, and cultivators are being slaughtered everywhere."
Ming Qi nodded and said, "Actually, it's okay to tell you. I massacred Guangling, and those cultivators were killed by my men."
Yue Qinglong looked into Ming Qi's eyes and knew he wasn't lying. He was immediately shocked. Massacring Guangling—it wasn't something an ordinary person could do. If that was truly the case, then just how much had Ming Qi grown?
Seeing Yue Qinglong remain silent and his expression grim, Ming Qi continued, "You should know why I'm doing this, but I really don't want another massacre of the Qing Mansion following the Guangling massacre."
Hearing Ming Qi's words, Yue Qinglong lost his composure. He no longer needed to ask Ming Qi what level of cultivation he had reached. Since he could single-handedly massacre Guangling, he doubted his own Qing Mansion could withstand it.
"Your actions might draw the attention and displeasure of the Divine Realm. Then..."
Before Yue Qinglong could finish, Ming Qi interrupted him.
"If the Divine Realm intervenes, I don't mind slaughtering everyone in it! But right now, you need to give me a reason not to embarrass you. Honestly, we're friends, and that's why I'm coming here in person."
After Ming Qi's words reached this point, Yue Qinglong understood perfectly.
While he knew this matter was difficult to resolve, he was also deeply shocked by Ming Qi's current strength. If he didn't come in person, could any of his men handle the Qing Mansion?
Yue Qinglong was silent for a long time before speaking, "The Qing Mansion was indeed involved in the siege of Qiankun Mountain, but it wasn't my decision at the time."
Yue Qinglong was the first and only heir to the Qing Mansion. Logically, he had the right to make decisions regarding the Qing Mansion. How could he not make them? This statement immediately left Ming Qi feeling somewhat dissatisfied.
"If it wasn't you, then who was it?"
Yue Qinglong shook his head and smiled bitterly, saying, "Of course, it was my father. Brother Ming, please, for the sake of our past friendship, show some mercy."
Yue Qinglong knew the horrific scene of the Guangling Massacre. After the fire, the entire city was reduced to ashes. Even more horrifying, few people in Guangling City escaped alive; 99.9% of the people died within.
Ming Qi remained silent, continuing, "I've always been a man who distinguishes between gratitude and resentment. Let's go. Take me to see your father first."
Yue Qinglong followed his instructions, leading Ming Qi and Xing Yun into the Qing Mansion. They soon arrived at the study of Yue Tianhe, the current head of the Qing Mansion.
Yue Tianhe, dressed casually, was lost in thought, oblivious to the presence of others.
Ming Qi stepped forward and stood in front of the desk, but Yue Tianhe remained lost in thought, oblivious to the presence of several people.
Yue Qinglong felt awkward, worried, yet helpless. This happened to Yue Tianhe all too often. Once he fell into deep thought, even the loudest calls wouldn't rouse him unless he woke up on his own.
Yue Qinglong wanted to wait, but Ming Qi wouldn't. Seeing Yue Tianhe's condition, Ming Qi instantly grew enraged. He immediately abandoned his restrained aura and unleashed his Martial Emperor True Essence, beginning to exert pressure on Yue Tianhe.
"Brother Ming, show mercy!"
Seeing this scene, Yue Qinglong shouted. He had rarely felt such terrifying power and pressure. The most memorable experience was in Xiongfeng City in Xilan Province, when he saw the Ice and Snow God Emperor Bai Bing.