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Ren Wenlie lay dead with his throat slit.
The two remaining junior brothers, Pei Maojin and Gao Yangting, stood frozen where they were. None of them dared to turn back, nor step forward.
Li Banfeng's words still rang in their ears. Standing still was the best choice. So they stayed where they were, not moving an inch.
With a smile, Li Banfeng stepped forward and patted their heads. "You are disciples of the Sage?"
Pei Maojin trembled as he spoke, his voice unsteady. "The Sage's power knows no bounds. You have already made a grave mistake, but it's not too late to turn back!"
Gao Yangting hurried to add from the side, "We will put in a good word for you before our teacher. We will let this matter go and won't pursue it any further."
Li Banfeng nodded. "As expected of the Sage's disciples. You two are kind and generous. Come. The two of you can accompany me to my cave abode for a chat."
With her clothes already soaked through with sweat, Xiao Yeci stood where she was.
Li Banfeng looked at her with clear approval. "You have earned merit today. I will have a proper talk with these two disciples of the Sage first. Tonight, there will be additional rewards for you."
Xiao Yeci turned to look at Li Banfeng's back, unsure what kind of reward he meant.
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After entering the cave, Pei Maojin still tried to put on a brave...
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