Published: March 7, 2025
Chapter 218: My Blade...
In the depths of Mo Tianyun's eyes, a flash of smugness and gloating quickly passed.
Clearly, Mo Tianji's reckless words had provoked the ancestral patriarch's fury!
Mo Tianji stood quietly for a while, then silently sat down. His face remained calm; however, the coldness in his eyes grew heavier.
Mo Tianji wanted nothing more than to storm out, but if he left, it was likely that no one would speak up for his little sister again! Thus, he chose to stay seated.
"The family has decided..." Mo Xingchen shot a reproachful glance at Mo Tianji and continued, "First, the cultivation supplies for Mo Qingwu will be revoked, and starting today, she will receive the same treatment as an ordinary disciple."
"Second, the qualification for Mo Qingwu to inherit the Red Dust Pavilion is revoked; the Red Dust Pavilion will select another outstanding female disciple from the family to inherit."
"Third, the core disciple status of Mo Qingwu is revoked, and her guardian role is canceled."
"Fourth, the qualification for Mo Qingwu to reside in the inner courtyard is revoked; starting today, she must move out of the inner courtyard."
"Fifth, all original treatments are revoked, and the family will reallocate."
"Sixth, the revocation of..."
With each announcement, Mo Tianji's face grew red, then turned pale. His hands clenched into fists, and his fingernails dug deep into his flesh...
Mo Qingwu kept her head down, staring at the blade in her arms, seemingly oblivious to everything else. For someone as young as her, this treatment was simply too cruel!
Each announcement from her father felt like a thunderclap, ringing in her ears one after another! It left her dizzy, as if the entire world had drifted far away from her at that moment!
"Father!" Mo Tianji could no longer hold back and stood up abruptly, "I have something important to report!"
Mo Tianji's voice cut through Mo Xingchen's words again; as someone with deep foresight, he knew the consequences of his actions. But at this moment, for the sake of his sister, he decided to take the risk.
He wasn't sure whether revealing this matter was good or bad; he had previously considered that it might cause greater harm to his sister. But now he changed his mind! If he didn't speak now, once his father finished the announcements, it would be over for his sister! Her entire life would be ruined!
Even though it was risky and uncertain… Mo Tianji was willing to gamble!
This was the first time in his life he was doing something without assurance, not seeing the potential outcome!
"What important matter?" This time, Mo Xingchen spoke up before anyone else could reprimand Mo Tianji. Although his voice was somber, it brought a glimmer of hope to Mo Tianji's heart.
This was the only opportunity he had to fight for himself in the interest of the family!
If the elders spoke first and the crowd turned against him, he wouldn’t be able to say a word!
"I don't know if Father has noticed… the blade in Xiao Wu's hands?" Mo Tianji gritted his teeth and finally spoke.
He intended to keep this blade a secret, allowing his sister to keep it for self-defense. However, at this moment, this blade had become Mo Qingwu's greatest bargaining chip!
As long as the family valued this blade, then his sister's status wouldn't be too awkward! At least, it could grant her a better environment! Preserve some benefits...
And the blade would not be damaged! Mo Tianji had decided: if... it truly came to the worst outcome, then one day he would reclaim this blade for his sister!
But right now, the most important thing was not the blade, but his sister's chance to breathe! Her opportunity to grow!
"This blade?" Mo Xingchen questioned.
"Yes! This blade was gifted by the benefactor who saved Xiao Wu!" Mo Tianji stated seriously, "This blade is an Ancient Treasure Sword! It is a peerless treasure saber! Moreover, this blade is called 'Star Dream Light Dance Blade'! For it to fall into Xiao Wu's hands is truly fate!"
Mo Tianji's words were not entirely clear; however, once he said it, everyone understood: this blade was an Ancient Treasure Sword, and it bore Mo Qingwu's name. This was both a coincidence and a sign of heaven's favor!