C153 Loong Zhiwu(2)

However, the matter wasn't over. Loong Zhiwu continued, "Additionally, after my investigation, it turns out the engagement between the Liang and Ma families is completely fabricated. Ouyang Zhenshan and the Ma family have been secretly conspiring against the Pill King Pavilion! Ouyang Zhenshan will no longer serve as the vice head of the Heavenly Martial Academy and will be dealt with by the Heavenly Martial Sect. The head of the Ma family must apologize to Miss Liang Ruoxuan for this matter!"

These words were a relief to many, as the collusion between Ouyang Zhenshan and the Ma family had become blatant. Many smaller families were worried they might become targets themselves. Loong Zhiwu's decision finally put their minds at ease.

As Loong Zhiwu finished speaking, two inner elders from the Heavenly Martial Academy stood beside a pale-faced Ouyang Zhenshan.

"Father... this..." Ma Tenglong looked at Ma Feiyi, at a loss for words.

Ma Feiyi closed his eyes for a long moment before finally speaking with bitterness, "Bring the Pill King Note. We need to apologize!"

With the conclusion of the Pill King Competition, the spectators were quite satisfied. Even those from the Heavenly Martial Academy secretly disapproved of Ouyang Zhenshan and the Ma family's actions, though they couldn't express it openly due to their positions. Now that the academy's head, Loong Zhiwu, had stepped in, they had no reason to hold back. Except for a few who shared Ma Tenglong's mindset, the rest felt this was the right course of action.

Liang Ruoxuan stood still for a long time, tears of joy streaming down her face. The Pill King Competition had been a rollercoaster of emotions. She started off full of determination, but eventually lost her fighting spirit. Thankfully, Woo Zhengyang stepped in just in time, showcasing his masterful fire control technique, reigniting a flicker of hope within her.

However, that hope was nearly extinguished by the superior quality of Liang Ruoqing's elixirs. Yet again, Woo Zhengyang surprised her by crafting the Clear Mind Pill, with all nine pills reaching the pinnacle of quality.

At this point, it should have been over. But Ouyang Zhenshan, refusing to accept defeat, resorted to every trick in the book, plunging her back into despair. Through waves of joy and sorrow, she endured immense trials.

In her darkest moment, Loong Zhiwu appeared, advocating for the Liang family, reclaiming the Pill King Pavilion and the Pill King Note, and restoring her honor—an outcome she never dared to imagine.

"Miss, your father can rest in peace now," Uncle Hai said, noticing Liang Ruoxuan's silence.

"Yes!" Liang Ruoxuan nodded firmly, tears still in her eyes as she smiled at Woo Zhengyang. "Mr. Zhengyang... thank you so much! Who knew you were such an alchemy expert, yet you wanted to learn from me? Hmph..."

Woo Zhengyang smiled without saying a word, unable to explain anything, so he let Liang Ruoxuan think what she wanted.

At that moment, Loong Zhiwu approached the group.

"Thank you, Master, for ensuring justice. I am deeply grateful!" Liang Ruoxuan quickly bowed in thanks.

Loong Zhiwu smiled and nodded, saying, "No need to be so formal. This is what you deserve! The Pill King Pavilion was once incredibly prestigious, and I hope you can restore its former glory!"

After speaking, Loong Zhiwu looked at Woo Zhengyang.

Woo Zhengyang felt a chill in his heart, thinking that what was meant to happen would happen. However, he realized that Loong Zhiwu was someone who adhered to principles. Even if he had grievances with the Heavenly Martial Academy, at least he wouldn't take it out on the Liang family.

With this in mind, Woo Zhengyang had nothing to worry about and met Loong Zhiwu's gaze.

The two stared at each other for a long time until Loong Zhiwu finally said, "Woo Zhengyang? Which sect are you from? Why have I never heard of you?"

Woo Zhengyang was taken aback. It turned out he had been overthinking; she didn't even know who he was. It seemed her elusive reputation was true, and she was still unaware of the events in Dongjue Country.

"Profound Heaven Sect," Woo Zhengyang answered truthfully.

"Profound Heaven Sect? So you're not from Cloud Fluttering Country?" Loong Zhiwu asked in surprise.

Woo Zhengyang nodded, and Loong Zhiwu continued, "When did the Profound Heaven Sect have such an outstanding disciple who can even make pills? I haven't heard of this..."

Woo Zhengyang forced a smile. "If you knew you were in the Mystic Trace Realm and had wiped out all the disciples from your Heavenly Martial Academy, you might not be so calm."

"I'm a new recruit this year!" Woo Zhengyang replied, deciding to leave future matters for later. Though he was bold, he wasn't foolish enough to invite trouble by revealing everything. Besides, the Liang family issue was still unresolved, and he didn't want Liang Ruoxuan to gain only to lose again, leaving her heartbroken.

"Oh... It seems I've been quite negligent as the head of the Heavenly Martial Academy, missing out on such a promising talent like you. How about it? Interested in joining our academy? You can choose from any of the four branches, and I'll handle the Profound Heaven Sect for you!"

Woo Zhengyang felt like he was losing his mind. This woman seemed so composed, yet she was blatantly trying to poach him.

The main issue was that he was considered an enemy by the people of Dongjue Country's Heavenly Martial Academy, who would love nothing more than to see him gone!

Just as Woo Zhengyang was at a loss, the arrival of the Ma family provided him with a much-needed distraction.

"Miss Liang, all the wrongs are on us, the Ma family. We present the 'Pill King Note' once again, hoping for your forgiveness," Ma Feiyi said, approaching Liang Ruoxuan with an apologetic expression, offering the 'Pill King Note' as a gesture of remorse.