Refining the Mountains and Rivers

had been revealed and it explained all their suspicions.
The mysterious and strange happenings around Close Saint for all these years could now be explained. 

Gentle Spread Saint frowned deeply, and asked, “Is Close Saint here too?” 

Qin Yu hurriedly nodded, “Yes, he isn’t the only one.
He teamed up with a prince from the West Desolate and it seems that this prince has another motive.” 

This made everyone’s faces fall again.
Their first reaction was disbelief.
The ancient Saints had allied together to confront the West Desolate and that clan.
Why would Close Saint ally with a prince from the West Desolate after taking advantage of the two clans?

However, if it was a lie, anyone would be able tell how terrible it was.
Virtuous Nine would not be so dumb. 

Would anyone be so stupid as to tell an obvious lie? 

Think about it.
Close Saint was actually a Ghost Path user and the ancient Saints had been allying with a demon for all these years.
It was a miracle that they were still alive. 

If such a terrifying thing was true, it was not impossible for Close Saint to have linkage with the West Desolate.
After all, Ghost Path users were crazy.
They had traumatic memories of their experiences with this bunch of men a long time ago. 

The whole scenario instantly turned way more dangerous! 

Close Saint was strong and if he used Ghost Path methods unscrupulously, it would be very difficult to contest him.
If any one of them met him, thye would be in deep trouble. 

They could not delay this any longer and the battle had to be settled once and for all! 

Gentle Spread Saint breathed in deeply and suddenly said, “Virtuous Nine, we have a very valuable item on hand.
If you team up with us and kill Wind, Cloud and Rain, we will share the spoils with you.” 

On the other side, the three True Saints’ expressions hardened and their eyes glared angrily.
They had not expected this. 

Qin Yu was confused.
Weren’t the True Saints fighting for the Divine Ways? Why was another item mentioned? He did not understand the context but he kept up his pretense.
Qin Yu frowned and his expression turned doubtful as he asked, “Gentle Spread Saint, what item are you referring to?” 

Gentle Spread Saint flipped over his hand and revealed a Crystal Token.
This token was a deep red color and light rays reflected brilliantly in it.
It was obviously a valuable item. 

“This is a key and it unlocks a path to this mysterious place that houses treasures.
It can open a way up for us three!” 

Qin Yu’s eyes glittered, but not because of Gentle Spread’s words.
In fact, he did not believe a single word Gentle Spread Saint said.
It was a lie that the key would accommodate three people. 

However, Gentle Spread had not been lying that the Crystal Token was a key.
It was just the item that Qin Yu had been troubled about. 

He could confirm this with Fire Spirit. 

After three consecutive beatings, Fire Spirit was enraged but she dared not disobey Qin Yu and she answered him instantaneously.
She felt like she was the victim of Qin Yu’s anger but surprisingly, this made her slightly excited. 

Yes, she had to admit that she was slightly excited! 

Was she crazy? Did she lose her sanity? In the midst of her panic and confusion,  Qin Yu nodded, “Alright, I agree to it!”

Wind, Cloud and Rain’s expressions fell.
They could barely stand their ground against the twin brothers.
If Virtuous Nine teamed up with the twins, the balance of power would be tipped.
Their only remaining choice was to run, and that would mean missing out on the treasure. 

Cloud Saint sighed in exasperation and he cried, “Virtuous Nine, Gentle Spread Saint has always been unfriendly to you and he is proposing an alliance only because he wants to take advantage of you.
After this ends, he will hunt you down!” 

Obviously, Qin Yu recognized this.
But he felt that he could take advantage of this too. 

As such, Qin Yu frowned and gave a look of hesitation as he glanced at the twin brothers.
He looked very nervous. 

Rain Saint quickly added, “Please ally with us instead, Virtuous Nine.
Once we defeat the twins, I swear that we will share the treasures with you.” 

Gentle Spread Saint suddenly scoffed, “You are so desperate, it is so funny!” Gentle Spread Saint lifted his arm and said, “I can let you hold on to this item for now to express our sincerity.” 

Qin Yu was stunned.
He was flabbergasted by Gentle Spread Saint’s proposal as he had just been wondering how he should trick the twin brothers to give the key to him.

Such kind actions by the twin brothers moved him to tears! They were such kind souls. 

He quickly formed a plan in his mind.
Without hesitation, he reached his arm out. ‘Slam’, the key was sucked towards his hand. 

It was real! 

Qin Yu was giddy with happiness. 

Gentle Spread Saint asked, “Virtuous Nine, do you trust us now?” 

Qin Yu quickly nodded, deciding to agree to whatever Gentle Spread Saint said. 

On the opposite bank, the three Saints had a solemn look and they cursed at the brothers.

It was obvious that Gentle Spread Saint had made a move on the Crystal Token to trick Qin Yu.
Otherwise, he would not hand over the key so easily to Qin Yu. 

However, Qin Yu could no longer be convinced and he had chosen his side.

“Come on!” 

With a yell, the three True Saints attacked.
Wind howled as thick clouds formed in the sky.
Then, a downpour of rain brought about fierce winds through the sky.

They would never give up.