Chapter 564
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Chapter 564: Different From What Was Imagined!
Anyway, there were no high-ranking members from the Divine Sword School present. So, as long as I stay quiet and don’t get involved, no one will have any proof.
Situ Liuyun’s brow furrowed slightly. Su Yi, on the other hand, responded calmly and without surprise, almost as if what he said was indisputable.
“Dark Spirit Fruit Tree and the fruits, where are they? According to the reports I’ve received, you’ve uprooted them. What do you have to say about that?”
Situ Liuyun stared at Su Yi, his thoughts turning back to the Dark Spirit Fruit Tree. The sight of it caused a pang of regret in his chest. The Dark Spirit Fruit Tree was a precious treasure of the Divine Sword School—what a loss!
Situ Liuyun had originally planned to deal with Su Yi after the Grand Swordsmanship Competition, but Su Yi’s exceptional performance had left him uncertain about how to proceed.
“Yes, I did pick the Dark Spirit Fruits.”
Su Yi nodded, recognizing that it was now nearly impossible to deny the truth. Xu Jiahui, Zhang Qing, and others had all consumed the fruits. Given that experts from the Divine Sword School would be able to tell the truth, there was no point in maintaining the lie any longer. Denying it further might only draw unwanted attention.
“Why did you uproot the Dark Spirit Fruit Tree, though? That was a treasure beyond compare!”
Situ Liuyun’s voice was filled with pain. The Dark Spirit Fruits were invaluable—though they mainly benefited those in the Yuan Spirit Realm, the foundational advantages they offered for future cultivation were unmatched.
“No one said I couldn’t uproot it, right? After all, everything here depends on one’s abilities—including connections and opportunities,” Su Yi replied with a shrug.
“You little rascal, don’t twist my words.”
Situ Liuyun couldn’t help but feel helpless. While he agreed that everything depended on ability, uprooting the Dark Spirit Fruit Tree was not part of the plan.
“Besides, it’s not like I destroyed the tree. I just moved it to a new spot, and it seems to be producing even better Dark Spirit Fruits now,” Su Yi said calmly, meeting Situ Liuyun’s gaze.
“Where exactly did you move it?”
At Su Yi’s words, Situ Liuyun’s eyes widened with excitement. He had seen the Dark Spirit Fruits on Situ Muyang’s body with his own eyes. Now that he heard the fruits were even better, his curiosity only deepened.
“I planted it in a hidden treasure land within the Battlefield of Ten Thousand Swords, a place wrapped in mystery. If the sect leader doubts me, I can show you the location,” Su Yi said earnestly.
Situ Liuyun sighed quietly. The Battlefield of Ten Thousand Swords was currently closed. It only opened once every five years, so it wasn’t something that could be accessed at will.
Su Yi realized this too, and figured that entering the Battlefield wouldn’t be easy. That’s why he had spoken so confidently. As for what would happen five years from now, that was something for another time.
“Is there any danger to the Dark Spirit Fruit Tree?”
Since entering the Battlefield of Ten Thousand Swords wasn’t an option right now, Situ Liuyun needed to ensure that the Dark Spirit Fruit Tree was safe. Such a valuable treasure couldn’t afford to be compromised.
“It’s safe and sound, no problem at all. That sacred land is quite mysterious and seems to enhance the growth of the Dark Spirit Fruit Tree,” Su Yi answered confidently.
He speculated that the Dark Spirit Fruits produced five years later would likely be even more powerful.
“What about the fruits themselves? You’ve kept them all, haven’t you? You can’t possibly use them all yourself.”
Situ Liuyun’s gaze locked onto Su Yi’s. He was certain now that all the Dark Spirit Fruits were in Su Yi’s hands.
So many fruits were in the hands of this young man. No wonder all the direct disciples were so eager to follow him.
“Yes, I can’t possibly eat them all. One is enough for me. I’m not sure what to do with the rest,” Su Yi said solemnly, feigning helplessness.
Just hearing Su Yi’s words made Situ Liuyun’s eyes narrow with anger. The young man was definitely doing this on purpose. Hadn’t he explained clearly enough?
“One Dark Spirit Fruit is enough. Taking more doesn’t provide any extra benefits, but it’s incredibly beneficial to other disciples,” Situ Liuyun said, now frustrated. “I hope I’ve made myself clear. The remaining Dark Spirit Fruits must be distributed to the other disciples.”
“Yes, I gave some to Situ Muyang, Xu Jiahui, Zhang Qing, and a few others. I’m not sure who to give the rest to, but there are still over ten outer disciples on the Thirty-Sixth Sword Peak. I’ll share them with them when I return. I trust Elder Su will approve,” Su Yi said seriously, making sure his intentions were clear.
“Other outer disciples…”
Situ Liuyun was stunned. The Dark Spirit Fruits were such a valuable treasure! Giving them to a few outer disciples would be a huge waste.
Knowing Elder Su’s strict nature, Situ Liuyun couldn’t help but think to himself, Elder Su really knows how to protect his beloved Thirty-Sixth Sword Peak.
“Kid, are you doing this on purpose?”
Finally, Situ Liuyun understood. This young man had been acting deliberately. He had no intention of distributing the remaining Dark Spirit Fruits.
“I don’t understand, sect leader. What do you mean?” Su Yi replied, though he already had an inkling. Clearly, they wanted him to hand over the rest of the fruits.
Situ Liuyun spoke firmly, “Bring out the remaining Dark Spirit Fruits. If you do, I will convince the elders to share the great benefits of the Divine Sword School with you.”
“Everything in the Battlefield of Ten Thousand Swords is determined by one’s ability—by their opportunities and destiny. The sect leader wouldn’t force anyone, would he?” Su Yi asked, meeting Situ Liuyun’s gaze.
“Of course not,”
Situ Liuyun nodded. Anything obtained from the Battlefield naturally belonged to the individual.
“If the sect leader has no further instructions, I’ll take my leave,” Su Yi said, bowing politely. “If the sect leader doesn’t wish to offer the so-called great benefits, then I won’t be taking them.”
Su Yi had come to realize that handing over all the Dark Spirit Fruits in exchange for supposed benefits from the Divine Sword School seemed unlikely to yield results. If he did give up the fruits, he wasn’t sure if the benefits would ever materialize. In the end, he would be left empty-handed, having lost the valuable fruits.
“…”
Situ Liuyun was taken aback. This situation wasn’t going as he had imagined.
If it had been any other disciple, they would have willingly surrendered the fruits by now. But this young man before him wasn’t responding as he’d expected.
How could this young boy, who should be submissive by now, be so unpredictable?
“Boy, slow down.”
Watching Su Yi turn to leave, Situ Liuyun couldn’t help but call after him.
“If the sect leader truly insists on having all the Dark Spirit Fruits, I’ll have no choice but to comply.”
Su Yi stopped and turned back, his expression serious.
Faced with the sect leader of the Divine Sword School, if he was truly asked to surrender all the fruits, he wouldn’t be able to resist.
“Boy, don’t provoke me with your words!”
Situ Liuyun shot Su Yi a sharp look, his frustration evident.
He finally understood. No wonder all the inner disciples and direct disciples had despised Su Yi so much—they were all itching to teach him a lesson. Now, even he himself couldn’t help but want to give the young man a few kicks.
“Enough of the games, boy. Tell me, what will it take for you to hand over the remaining Dark Spirit Fruits?” Situ Liuyun took a deep breath, his gaze fixed on Su Yi.
