The number of people daring to trespass on Wudang Mountain has greatly decreased; no one comes to Wudang Mountain to cause trouble anymore.
After leaving Wudang Mountain, Zhang Cuishan bought some dry food and supplies in a small town at the foot of the mountain, and then hurriedly left the town, heading west.
After leaving the town, he walked for another ten miles or so. At a fork in the road, Zhang Cuishan looked around and, finding no one following him, turned and headed south.
After walking for a quarter of an hour on the mountain path, a small hill appeared ahead, where a young man stood with his hands behind his back, facing east, as if waiting for something.
Upon seeing the young man, Zhang Cuishan hurriedly stepped forward, bowed, and said, "Disciple Zhang Cuishan greets Martial Uncle!"
The boy turned around, and it was none other than Xiao Ning, who had just been on Wudang Mountain.
He gestured with both hands to support himself and said with a smile, "Nephew Cuishan, you've finally arrived. Your uncle has been waiting for you for a long time. Are you alright with anyone following behind?"
"Reporting to Martial Uncle, this disciple has already taken care of everything!"
Zhang Cuishan gave a wry smile: "To be honest, Uncle-Master, I still can't calm down. My heart is pounding wildly."
"Haha, you're such a coward!"
Xiao Ning laughed and cursed, "I wasn't this scared when I was killing Mongol Tartars!"
Zhang Cuishan gave a wry smile: "Uncle-Master, how can I compare to you!"
If outsiders were to see this scene, they would surely be astonished.
Zhang Cuishan's departure from Wudang was actually a staged performance, but unfortunately no one witnessed it.
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Chapter 39 Kunlun Mountain
What happened inside the Zhenwu Hall was completely different from what the disciples outside the hall heard.
Zhang Sanfeng was sitting at the head of the table, leisurely sipping his tea, showing none of the furious or exasperated demeanor that outsiders had imagined. The Seven Heroes of Wudang were also seated at their own pace.
Only Zhang Wuji, who was completely unaware of the situation, cried for a while before falling asleep in Yin Susu's arms.
Yu Daiyan was also among the passengers in the lower seats. After Hu Qingniu's careful treatment, Yu Daiyan had recovered most of his strength and could move freely. His martial arts skills were completely ruined, but his internal strength was more profound than before.
After the treatment, Hu Qingniu did not rush to leave Wudang Mountain, but stayed there.
Xiao Ning had agreed that his consultation fee had not yet been paid, and of course he would not leave until he saw Xian Yutong's head.
Holding Zhang Wuji in her arms, Yin Susu asked with a worried look on her face, "Master, Fifth Brother is a very upright person. I'm afraid he's not up to the task!"
"If, because of Fifth Brother, the sect's grand plan is delayed, Cuishan will become Wudang's eternal sinner!"
Thinking about what Zhang Cuishan was about to do, Yin Susu had no idea what to do and felt very confused!
Zhang Sanfeng saw her worry, waved his hand and smiled, "My dear disciple, you flatter me. Don't worry, I've discussed this with your uncle many times, and you and your fellow disciples are all aware of the details."
"This matter concerns not only the fate of my Han compatriots, but also the future rise and fall of my Wudang sect. It is of great importance, and I have naturally given it careful consideration."
"It's definitely not something we'll just let Cuishan do without thinking."
"The old Taoist priest and your master have already come up with a complete plan, so you can rest assured, my dear disciple!"
Zhang Sanfeng explained to Yin Susu in a calm and unhurried manner.
Then, his thoughts shifted, and he said, "Or is it that you're worried that when Cuishan becomes the emperor with three thousand concubines, he will neglect you?"
Upon hearing this, Song Yuanqiao and the others burst into laughter.
Yin Susu blushed immediately, but women of the martial world are not as shy as ordinary women. She took a breath and regained her composure.
She waved her hand and said in a magnanimous manner, "I wouldn't dare. If Fifth Brother ever dislikes me in the future, I'll just leave on my own. I will never embarrass him!"
"Ha ha!"
Zhang Sanfeng stroked his long beard and smiled, saying, "This old Taoist knows Cuishan's temperament. He's not that kind of person. To put it another way, if he dares to start something and then abandon it, this old Taoist will break his legs!"
Yin Susu bowed deeply: "Master is wise!"
Zhang Sanfeng's guarantee reassured Yin Susu, giving her peace of mind.
Seeing that Yin Susu had settled down, Zhang Sanfeng said no more. He turned to Song Yuanqiao and the others and said, "Yuanqiao, if none of you brothers have any objections, then proceed according to the plan!"
Song Yuanqiao and the others exchanged glances and shook their heads, indicating that they had no objections.
"You have no objections? Good!"
Zhang Sanfeng stood up and said, "Yuanqiao, according to the agreed plan, I will temporarily remove you from your position as sect leader and make you reflect on your mistakes in seclusion for a year. We will publicly declare that it was your mismanagement that caused discord among your fellow disciples, giving the martial arts community a false impression! However, this will be unfair to you!"
"Yuanqiao obeys!"
Song Yuanqiao laughed heartily, bowed, and accepted the order: "Master, you flatter me. Compared with the rise and fall of Wudang, my personal honor and disgrace are insignificant! I know in my heart which is more important!"
Zhang Sanfeng nodded with satisfaction: "That's good!"
He then looked at Zhang Songxi and said, "Songxi, among all my fellow disciples, you are the most resourceful! After much consideration, I have decided to entrust the position of sect leader to you!"
Zhang Songxi looked somewhat helpless and bowed, replying, "Songxi obeys!"
He turned and bowed to Song Yuanqiao, saying, "Senior Brother, I'm sorry!"
Song Yuanqiao waved his hand and laughed, "Junior brother, what are you saying? I'm quite happy to step down as sect leader, and it'll be good to have some free time so I can ask Master for martial arts advice anytime! I hope you'll take good care of the many things within the sect!"
It was clear that Song Yuanqiao had no objection to being removed from his position as sect leader, and Zhang Sanfeng secretly breathed a sigh of relief.