I cannot turn a blind eye to the intrusion of Esoteric Buddhism. Since Esoteric Buddhism wants to invade, I must appear on the frontline of the battle. This is my responsibility as the White Tiger Hall Master." Qin Yushang’s eyes were firm, and her beautiful, fair face lacked the usual delicacy of women, instead brimming with heroic spirit. Her courage and intellect surpassed most men. One must know, staying here means facing the Three Great Divine Monks. With her cultivation at the Seventh Realm of Daoist Platform, although already top-tier in the Da Li Dynasty, she is still far from being a match against the divine monks at the Purple Mansion Realm. "Tsk tsk, are you sure you want to stay here? You might die, you know." Su Jie looked at Qin Yushang with great surprise. He hadn’t expected that Qin Yushang would make such a choice. However, Su Jie recalled Qin Yushang’s fierce temperament, who would rather commit suicide than suffer the humiliation of being sold at an auction. It seemed this was indeed in line with her character. For more chapters visıt 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹~𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮~𝚗𝚎𝚝 "Esoteric Buddhism is my enemy. If even a devil like you dares to oppose Esoteric Buddhism, naturally our Heavenly Patrol Department does too. If I were to run away, wouldn’t that mean that our Heavenly Patrol Department lacks the courage that even a devil possesses? I would rather risk my life to prove the importance of our Heavenly Patrol Department in defending the Da Li Dynasty, lest Esoteric Buddhism thinks our department has no one." Qin Yushang gritted her teeth, locking eyes with Su Jie without flinching. It sounded like a suicide mission, not a choice a smart person would make, yet it was precisely Qin Yushang. In turbulent times, there are always too many so-called smart people who are afraid of death, but there are also foolish people who charge forward without hesitation, knowing full well it might lead to their demise. But often, it is the existence of such foolish people that upholds the spine of a country. "Miss Qin, with such righteous claims, have you not thought that I might fight the Three Great Divine Monks to the death rather than simply escape? Wouldn’t that align with the intentions of the Da Li Dynasty? Then you would face the Three Great Divine Monks battling a mere little cultivator of the Seventh Realm of Daoist Platform." Su Jie looked at Qin Yushang with a sardonic expression, his eyes playful. A trace of bewilderment flashed in Qin Yushang’s eyes. Indeed, Su Jie had been reminded that he could simply run away in advance, without needing to fight Esoteric Buddhism to the bitter end. "Wait, you won’t do that." Qin Yushang shook her head; she couldn’t quite explain it, but somehow she believed that Su Jie wouldn’t run away. "Why wouldn’t I do that? Do you know me well? I am a Demon Cultivator; I don’t care about appearances. Living is everything. On the contrary, you’d be pitiful. I think Esoteric Buddhism would not show mercy to you, the White Tiger Hall Master opposing them, right? Then you’d suffer gravely, dying without meaning. If you ask me, your life is what’s important, so you should return to the Heavenly Patrol Department." Su Jie replied with interest, while Ji Wen on the opposite side grew more anxious. "Yushang, did you hear? Come back to the Heavenly Patrol Department with me. If not for yourself, think about the Director’s sincere intentions." Ji Wen was so anxious he was nearly at his wit’s end. He knew Qin Yushang’s temperament; once she decided on something, not even ten oxen could drag her back. But he was even more unwilling to see Qin Yushang, whom he had watched grow up, sacrifice herself in vain. In Ji Wen’s view, Su Jie’s choice to flee was highly likely. After all, facing the Three Great Divine Monks, Su Jie’s odds seemed slim. Even if Su Jie was reputed as the Blood Demon Ancestor with the Blood Sea Devouring Sky Demon Skill, the Buddha Path greatly restrains such evil techniques. It would be hard to gain an advantage, let alone being outnumbered three to one. "Uncle Ji, my decision is made; you needn’t persuade me any longer." Qin Yushang’s expression was particularly solemn as she looked at Su Jie, saying firmly, "Su Jie, you are no ordinary devil. You certainly wouldn’t abandon the hard-won foundation to become a deserter. Fine, even if you abandon the Three States and flee, I, Qin Yushang, accept it. At worst, it’s just a death. We must at least show Esoteric Buddhism that there are still people in the Da Li Dynasty resisting. My death is not as meaningless as you claim." Su Jie gazed at Qin Yushang, and her bright eyes locked onto him. The two stared at each other for over ten seconds, the atmosphere growing particularly tense and oppressive. Suddenly, Su Jie slowly stood up, his tiger-like gaze sharp and intense, laughter erupting like a storm, carried by a thick strong wind that made the world solemn and cleared the skies. "Miss Qin, you really guessed it right. It’s not I who should fear running; it’s Esoteric Buddhism. If Esoteric Buddhism dares to cause trouble in Qingzhou, I’ll ensure they understand the terrifying prowess of the Demon Path and beat them until their Buddhas vanish without a trace." Su Jie revealed a set of gleaming white teeth, his eyes like a hawk’s, his laughter wild and unrestrained, his words overwhelmingly domineering, viewing Esoteric Buddhism as mere clay chickens and straw dogs. Ji Wen was awed by Su Jie’s imposing manner, muttering to himself: It’s over, another one has gone mad. Qin Yushang rose with Su Jie, her face revealing a smile for the first time, a smile like the blooming of morning glories, brightening the entire room. "Then let’s see if Buddhism stands taller than a foot or if demon reigns higher by ten. I hope those so-called divine monks will give me something to strive for." Su Jie patted Qin Yushang on the shoulder, acknowledging her somewhat. Although she was fiercely bound by her character and not as adept at flexibility in facing defeat, unlike Su Jie, who would flee if necessary, this steadfastness was considered rare by him. Being patted on the shoulder by Su Jie, Qin Yushang’s eyes fluttered slightly, a bit unaccustomed to this somewhat familiar interaction. Yet, thinking of the possibility of fighting side by side, she felt at ease.