All Heavens: Starting with Little Li Flying Dagger

Chapter 51 The Four Princesses and Four Heavenly Kings of the Demonic Cult

Hua Baifeng finally gave a detailed account of the origins of the Demonic Sect and its core members.

The Demonic Cult actually originated from the Ming Cult in Persia.

After establishing his dynasty, Emperor Taizu of Ming carried out several large-scale purges against the Ming Cult, which severely damaged its vitality and forced it to change its banner in an attempt to make a comeback.

Unfortunately, under the suppression of the imperial court and various factions in the martial arts world, the Demonic Sect has long since become a disorganized mess.

Many of the sect's high-ranking members either left the cult or established their own independent sects.

For example, Hua Baifeng, one of the former four princesses of the Demonic Sect, has left the sect. Da Huanxi, Lan Xiezi, and Nanhai Niangzi either form their own factions or go their own way.

There are also four other Heavenly Kings: "Love and Desire," "Lone Peak," "Power and Law," and "Wisdom," who are almost all outside the sect and each have their own territory and power.

"The four princesses and four heavenly kings of the Demonic Sect are not fixed, just like the ministers of the imperial court, and they can be replaced at any time."

"As far as I know, the Jade Flute of the East Sea, ranked tenth on the weapon ranking list, also known as the Jade Flute Daoist, has joined the Demonic Sect and become the new King of Love and Desire..."

At this point, Hua Baifeng paused for a moment, then asked, "Do you know someone named Ma Kongqun?"

Gu Yu nodded: "Of course I know."

"He and Tianyu were sworn brothers, and later he founded the Wanmatang, becoming a powerful force in Guandong. But, are you aware of his dealings with the Jurchens?"

"Jurchen?"

Gu Yu was stunned for a moment.

Could it be that this world also automatically updates with patches?

interesting.

"That's right! In fact, the Jurchens had already been in contact with the Demonic Sect. They had ambitions to conquer the Central Plains and wanted to use the power of the Demonic Sect. At that time, my father was still alive. He was unwilling to be used by the Jurchens, so he refused them."

Gu Yu couldn't help but ask, "Then what about Ma Kongqun's deal with the Jurchens?"

"It's very simple. The Jurchens' strength is far from sufficient to conquer the Central Plains. Therefore, they must utilize all available resources, including the Demonic Sect and the Ten Thousand Horses Hall."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yu couldn't help but sigh and said, "It seems this matter is a bit complicated. The Demonic Sect, the Ten Thousand Horses Hall, the Jurchens, and the Liang King. There are probably countless connections between them."

Hua Baifeng sighed: "I didn't know about the Liang King's intention to rebel before. After hearing what you said, I'm afraid the Liang King and the Jurchens are both making their own plans. In the end, it's hard to say who will be using whom."

After chatting for a while, Gu Yu couldn't help but ask, "Has Madam met Ye Kai?"

When this matter was mentioned, Hua Baifeng's eyes became somewhat unfocused, as if she was recalling something.

"On the way back, I secretly took a look at him, and sure enough... he really looked a lot like his father."

"Then, Fu Hongxue..."

"Alas!" Hua Baifeng sighed deeply. "Although he is not my biological son, things have come to this point, and I have no choice but to recognize him as my son and raise him."

Gu Yu thought for a moment, then asked, "Has Madam been able to find out who the real culprit was in the Plum Blossom Temple massacre years ago?"

Hua Baifeng shook her head: "Not yet."

"I do know some of the truth."

"What?"

Hua Baifeng exclaimed in surprise, looking somewhat incredulous.

Gu Yu slowly said, "I overheard some things by chance, and with my own analysis, I should be able to reconstruct some of the truth."

Hua Baifeng lost her composure, rushing forward to grab Gu Yu's hand, her voice trembling as she asked, "Can you tell me, who is the real culprit?"

Gu Yu said with a serious expression, "Madam, have you ever thought about how brutal that battle was? It started from Plum Blossom Temple and continued for two or three miles, with dead bodies and bones everywhere."

"In that battle, Ma Kongqun also lost four fingers. Is it possible that his fingers were actually severed by Master Bai?"

Hua Baifeng's eyes lit up: "You think so too?"

The fact that she said "also" means that she had this suspicion all along.

Gu Yu continued, "The strangest thing is that after the bloody battle, all that was left at the scene were the corpses of the Bai brothers and their families. The corpses of the assassins, including their severed limbs and weapons, mysteriously disappeared."

"This shows that someone didn't want to reveal the assassin's identity, fearing even the slightest clue. But who could arrange all of this in such a short time?"

Hua Baifeng said in a trembling voice, "It was Ma Kongqun! Under those circumstances, no one else could have done it!"

"That's right, it was him! At that time, Master Bai was in his prime, and there were only a handful of people in the world who could kill him, unless someone took him by surprise and stabbed him in the back, leaving him seriously injured."

Hua Baifeng's tears fell like rain.

"I had long suspected it was Ma Kongqun. However, I lacked evidence. He had already wiped away all evidence, making it difficult for anyone to find any fault with him."

Gu Yu smiled and said, "Don't worry, Madam, I have my own way of making Ma Kongqun confess his crimes and be executed."

Hua Baifeng asked excitedly, "What method?"

Gu Yu said slowly, "It's very simple. Destroy Wanmatang, make Ma Kongqun lose everything and be completely desperate. He won't have to worry about not confessing."

Hua Baifeng was startled and hurriedly said, "You must not act rashly. Wanmatang has thousands of disciples, and Ma Kongqun is quite skilled. He also has many experts around him."

"I know, and I don't plan to go see him right now. But it won't be long."

Upon hearing this, Hua Baifeng's expression shifted, and she couldn't help but ask, "Why...why are you helping me?"

Gu Yu stared intently at Hua Baifeng and asked, "Are you willing to let me help you?"

"I...I don't know..."

Hua Baifeng's eyes darted around, her heart pounding.

After all, the two had already developed a subtle ambiguity back in Baoding Prefecture, so how could she not guess Gu Yu's thoughts?

Gu Yu suddenly called out, "Bai Feng!"

"Ah...ah? You..."

Hua Baifeng seemed somewhat surprised, and then seemed to realize something.

After all, Gu Yu wouldn't suddenly change to a more affectionate way of addressing someone without a reason.

As expected.

Gu Yu stepped forward and put his arm around her shoulder, saying slowly, "I'm a straightforward person; if I like someone, I like them. The moment I saw you, I..."

"Stop...stop talking..."

Hua Baifeng looked somewhat panicked and subconsciously struggled for a moment, but it seemed like she didn't struggle at all, as Gu Yu still had his arm around her shoulder.

"Bai Feng, why are you running away? I know the truth..."

Before Gu Yu could finish speaking, Hua Baifeng interrupted, "I...we're not suitable. I'm older than you, and I have a child. Besides...and you already have Shen Sanniang, isn't that enough?"

Gu Yu couldn't help but laugh: "After giving so many reasons, it turns out you're just jealous."

"I don't……"

"Ugh!"

Gu Yu sighed.

Sometimes, saying a thousand or ten thousand words is not as effective as one good trick, especially for a reserved woman like Hua Baifeng.

So, Gu Yu finally used this move.

"You...you..."

Hua Baifeng blushed and slowly backed away.

They retreated until they reached the wall, where they could go no further.

Gu Yu stretched out his hands and encircled her inside.

Then he lowered his head.

This move is called the "wall slam technique," and it is said to be foolproof. Even when dealing with a woman who is furious, as long as this move is used, she will obediently listen to you.

Gu Yu wanted to give it a try.

"Well……"

Hua Baifeng's delicate body stiffened for a moment, then slowly softened and became somewhat hot.

A captivating fragrance wafted from her hair and her clothes, stirring the soul.

If she hadn't been leaning against the wall, she might have collapsed into Gu Yu's arms.

Everything has been forgotten, only the attraction between us still makes us tremble.