Astral Apostle

Chapter 397: Scheduled Duel (2)

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

The Old Master looked at Zhang Wentao as he spoke in a deep voice.

Hearing the servant’s report, he hurriedly rushed over. When he saw the situation, he supported Zhou Jing without hesitation.

Seeing that Old Master Ye had personally spoken up, many of the commoners present believed him and were extremely surprised to hear his side.

Zhang Wentao was immediately at a loss for words. He hurriedly waved his hand in denial, “There must be a misunderstanding. Our Zhang family doesn’t have such intentions.”

Zhou Jing said indifferently, “Then step aside. Don’t protect this female Daoist. Let us interrogate her. Otherwise, it will really make people suspect the Zhang family’s intentions.”

He did not know what was going on with the evil aura that had possessed Old Master Ye, but he did not mind using it as an excuse to mock the Zhang family and force them to stand aside.

Zhang Wentao’s expression flickered. In the end, he gritted his teeth and removed the guards around Mei Zhanqing, indicating that he would not interfere in this matter for the time being.

In his opinion, although this was a little embarrassing, it was also a wise move. In any case, it was only a question or two. It was not a big problem.

Mei Zhanqing’s heart sank at his actions, but her face remained unmoved. He frowned and said, “Perfected One, why are you forcing me? I’ve never offended you, but you’re forcing my hand.”

“I have my own judgment.” Zhou Jing did not say much to her. He turned his head and gestured for Wei Zifu to speak.

Wei Zifu’s expression turned serious as he immediately started to state out loud,

“You evil villain, how long are you going to pretend in front of the real person? You committed an important crime in the north, and I chased you for half a year. How can I mistake you for someone else? Did you think that now you’ve changed your name and become a guest of a noble in Ning Tian Prefecture, you can forget about the past and no one can settle the score?!”

He carefully counted the evil deeds of this Scholar Plum Blossom.

Plundering and harming, digging up graves to refine corpses, torturing refugees and beggars so that they died in vain, giving birth to malicious ghosts, using their lives to help their cultivation, and strengthening the zombies and ghosts she raised. She also used curse spells to harm high-ranking officials and nobles, before appearing to resolve them, obtaining the kindness of others and money.

Many of the citizens exclaimed in shock and fear when they heard this. They felt that this beautiful woman was simply a detestable demon.

Mei Zhanqing was furious that her secret had been exposed, but with so many people watching, she naturally could not admit it.

“You old Daoist, you’re slandering me. I’ve tolerated you time and time again, but you think I’m weak and can be bullied? I’m not the person you said, but you’re pestering me with your life, insistent on bullying a woman like me!”

One side tried to judge the other party for her crimes, while the other refused to admit it.

At this moment, Zhou Jing interrupted with a frown,

“Alright, if you both are arguing like this, when will this end? In my opinion, this matter is simple. The two of you can arrange a time to fight in public. Both of you will rely on your own methods and make it fair and public. No one else is allowed to stop you. The loser will be dealt with by the winner.”

“I’ll listen to you.” Wei Zifu immediately expressed his stance.

Mei Zhanqing was however extremely unwilling.

Not to mention whether he could defeat this unlucky star Wei, if she used her evil techniques in public, how could she gain anything even if she won?

If she did not use evil techniques, then she would not be able to defeat Wei Zifu.

She felt that Perfected Master Windwalker was deliberately targeting her to force her to reveal her background in public and confirm that she had mastered evil techniques.

Mei Zhanqing did not want to agree and said unhappily, “Why should I fight him? I’m an upright person from the start. This person slandered me without any evidence, and I have no choice but to prove my innocence? It’s useless to me if I win, but if I lose, I have to be dealt with by others. This is too biased!”

Zhou Jing raised his eyebrows, “You don’t agree to the duel?”

“So what if I don’t agree! Why should I listen to your arrangements?”

Mei Zhanqing straightened her neck in response.

Zhou Jing suddenly snorted and flicked his sleeves.

Huu…

A gust of wind surged and swept across the street, causing everyone present to stagger.

Mei Zhanqing cried out in surprise. She felt as if she had crashed headlong into a wind wall, knocking her to the ground and making her see stars.

Only then did Zhou Jing wave his sleeve and stop. Under the shocked gazes of everyone present, he spoke in a deep voice,

“If you’re unwilling, I’ll capture you immediately and interrogate you elsewhere! It’s settled then. In three days, the two of you will go on stage to fight in Ning Tian Prefecture… Don’t even think about escaping in advance. If you don’t appear at that time, I’ll interrogate your Zhang family.”

The last sentence was directed at the shocked Zhang Wentao.

Zhang Wentao’s expression changed, and he was furious.

“This Ling Fengzi is too domineering. Who does he think he is? It’s true that you have divine powers, but it’s only because we acknowledge you that you have your current status. If not for us, would a mere hillbilly Daoist like you have the right to spout nonsense in front of our Zhang family? You’re even threatening us… Pfft, who do you think you are!”

His heart was filled with anger, but he did not dare to brush off Zhou Jing, who had revealed his divine power in public. He could only grit his teeth and agree.

“We hear the Perfected One. My Zhang family will persuade Scholar Iron Heart in the next three days.”

“That’s good.”

Zhou Jing nodded and deliberately raised his neck, putting on an aloof expression as he turned around and walked into the Ye residence.

The Ye Family’s guards withdrew their encirclement. Zhang Wentao did not dare to say anything else, quickly leaving the Ye Family’s door with Mei Zhanqing.

Only then did the surrounding people disperse and spread the news.

Not long after, the grudge between Wei Zifu and Mei Zhanqing spread to the streets and alleys. More and more citizens of Ning Tian Prefecture soon got to know that under the intervention of Perfected Master Windwalker, these two would go on stage to fight in three days. They were very interested.

Even many nobles were quite curious and sent people to ask around.

This matter quickly spread throughout the city and spread around the prefecture.

…

In the Ye Family residence.

Wei Zifu had brought his disciple in and was discussing the battle with Zhou Jing in three days.

“Thank you for speaking up for me, Perfected One. If not for you, Mei Zhanqing would still be able to live freely under the protection of the Zhang family. I wonder how many more people she would have harmed.”