C720 The Strong Reinforcement Became a Gatekeeper Dog

The entrance to the Ice Heart Sect was just ahead.

Dealing with Huo Dongsheng and his group had been swift, barely catching the attention of the sect until the Golden Scale Boat approached. Only then did the members notice, and a group of elegantly dressed women came out to greet them.

From a distance, Woo Zhengyang was puzzled. Was this really the base of the Ice Heart Sect? There were no signs of palaces. But as they got closer, he realized the palaces were crafted entirely from ice crystals, standing tall and blending into the surroundings.

"You must be quite important for even the Grand Elder to come out and greet you," Bing Yue remarked, observing the group at the entrance.

Hearing Bing Yue's comment, Woo Zhengyang shifted his focus from the shimmering palaces to the group. Leading them was a middle-aged woman in a blue gown, likely the Grand Elder, Bing Qing.

"Heh... is that so..."

Woo Zhengyang doubted that Bing Qing's welcome was out of respect for him. According to Bing Yue, Huo Dongsheng had somehow managed to sway Bing Qing to his side, and she had persistently tried to persuade Bing Yue as well.

Woo Zhengyang had no favorable impression of Bing Qing, and he suspected she felt the same about him for interfering in their affairs.

Woo Zhengyang's strength had already spread throughout the Golden Scale Domain, and Bing Qing was well aware of it. Despite Woo Zhengyang's notorious reputation and his recent conquests, including the destruction of the three sects of the Fallen Sun Country and even the Heavenly Martial Sect, Bing Qing knew better than to openly oppose his involvement.

As expected, when Woo Zhengyang and Bing Yue arrived, putting away their Golden Scale Boat, Bing Qing greeted them with a broad smile. She said, "The renowned young talent of the Profound Heaven Sect, Woo Zhengyang, visiting our Ice Heart Sect is truly an honor that brings us great prestige!"

Bing Qing's words were flattering, but a closer listen revealed her true stance. She referred to Woo Zhengyang as a promising youth of the Profound Heaven Sect and described his visit as a guest appearance, clearly indicating her reservations.

Woo Zhengyang had previously announced at the Profound Heaven Sect's grand ceremony that he would serve as a guest elder for the Profound Heaven Sect, with plans to take on a similar role at the Ice Heart Sect. The deputy leader of the Ice Heart Sect was present at that ceremony and undoubtedly informed Bing Qing of Woo Zhengyang's intentions. Yet, despite knowing his purpose, Bing Qing's choice of words suggested her disagreement with Bing Yue's proposal.

"Elder..." Bing Yue caught the implication in Bing Qing's words and wanted to speak, but Woo Zhengyang gently held her back.

No matter what, the elder was still Bing Yue's senior. Even though her skills had caught up, she still instinctively showed deference, which was why she felt so conflicted and had stepped outside.

Woo Zhengyang, however, had no such reservations.

With a slight smile, Woo Zhengyang said directly, "Bing Yue, don't you know why I'm here this time?"

Bing Yue greeted him with a smile, trying to convey her stance subtly, hoping Woo Zhengyang would take the hint and back off.

Though you're strong, your skills aren't that impressive. The Profound Heaven Sect is currently weakened; do you really dare to start a conflict with the Ice Heart Sect? Besides, even if you did, Huo Dongsheng is allied with the Ice Heart Sect. With such a powerful ally, even if Woo Zhengyang is as formidable as the rumors say, she wasn't worried.

But she never expected that while she wasn't afraid, Woo Zhengyang was even less so, choosing to lay everything on the table.

"Well... I really didn't know. Are you here to declare war on the Ice Heart Sect?" Bing Yue said with a half-genuine smile, making her position clear. If you want to be direct, let's be direct! If you want to meddle in the Ice Heart Sect's affairs, be ready for a fight!

Faced with Bing Qing's assertiveness, Woo Zhengyang maintained his usual slight smile and said, "There's no need for a battle. It's just that Yue and I are quite fond of each other, and she invited me to join the Ice Heart Sect as a guest elder, so here I am!"

"A guest elder? How come I wasn't informed about this? You must be mistaken, or perhaps the sect leader made an error. We don't need a guest elder in the Ice Heart Sect!" Bing Qing, irritated by Woo Zhengyang's boldness, hadn't expected him to be so direct. Now, any attempt at subtlety was out the window, and she outright rejected the idea.

"Is that so? Well, my decision to become a guest elder at the Ice Heart Sect is my own affair. Does it really concern you? Even if it does, it's a matter between me and your sect leader. As the Grand Elder, you should just focus on your own duties and not meddle in this."

"You... you... you..." Bing Qing was so infuriated by Woo Zhengyang that she was at a loss for words.

Though she had known of Woo Zhengyang for a short time, she was aware of his reputation as a brash individual. Today, she truly witnessed his arrogance and audacity firsthand. What did he mean by saying his decision had nothing to do with her? And how could he imply she was meddling, as if he were the master of the Ice Heart Sect?

"What do you mean, 'what'? From today on, I am your Grand Elder at the Ice Heart Sect. Let's keep things simple—no need for any ceremonies," Woo Zhengyang continued, unabashed.

"Do you think just saying it makes it true, Woo Zhengyang? Aren't you a bit too full of yourself?" Bing Qing retorted, dropping all pretense of politeness as the tension in the room escalated.

"Believe it or not, when I say it, it is true. Whether you like it or not, you better listen up! I just happened to recruit a few guys who are no better than animals to guard the Ice Heart Sect. If you're not careful, these guard dogs might not even recognize you as the elder of the Ice Heart Sect."

With a casual wave of his hand, Woo Zhengyang made Huo Dongsheng and two others appear before everyone. Bing Qing was about to argue further, but upon seeing Huo Dongsheng and his companions, she was left speechless, eyes wide in disbelief.

These three were the so-called "guard dogs" Woo Zhengyang mentioned, the ones he claimed were no better than animals?

Bing Qing had dared to oppose Woo Zhengyang for two reasons. First, she was aware of the current state of the Profound Heaven Sect and believed Woo Zhengyang wouldn't dare start a war with the Ice Heart Sect. Even if things got out of hand, the Profound Heaven Sect, still unstable, would be the first to fall. Second, she relied on Huo Dongsheng, who was supposed to be on her side.

But now, Huo Dongsheng had already been subdued, and even the two martial kings he brought along had been won over...

What was she supposed to do now?