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As he spoke, Mahaparinirvana struck at Pei Yuanjing with his Zen Staff, but his move was immediately blocked by Li Ping'an.
"My goodness! Brother, what are you doing? I have told you before, to kill is to draw blood, to save is to save thoroughly; this scoundrel must not be spared!"
Li Ping'an turned to Mahaparinirvana and explained helplessly:
"Brother, I still have important matters to attend to in Chang'an. If not for this matter, why would I hesitate and be wary like this? Dear brother, just listen to me this time. When we return, I will treat you to seven days of wine and meat!"
"Hmph, you'll see!"
Feeling somewhat displeased, Mahaparinirvana turned away, deciding not to interfere any further.
Li Ping'an then pressed the Hundred Plays Steel Rod against Pei Yuanjing's face and questioned him:
