[Fantasy] The Great Sage's Joyful Heaven (Complete) - Chapter 27

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Chapter 269 Mystery
: 10-21 10:19:11 Word Count: 3069

Hearing that guests were coming, and that they were all her brother's friends and her sisters' relatives, the women happily agreed, thinking about what to prepare for their guests in the afternoon.
Yan Nange arrived at the inn and went to Yu Hun's residence first. Yan Nange wanted to give her the ornaments and flower crown today, and also apologize, since he had wronged her, and it wouldn't be right not to apologize.
The guards, seeing Yan Nange arrive, awkwardly stopped him.
"Young Master Yan, Miss Yu Hun instructed that you don't need to be announced; you can go back directly," one of the guards said apologetically.
"I think we should do this, I don't want to make things difficult for you. You two should rest for a while." Yan Nange lightly flicked her fingers, sealing the acupoints of the two people, and then leisurely walked inside.
Yu Hun was painting on the second floor at the moment, but because she was restless, she couldn't continue halfway through and reached out to tear the painting up.
"It's painted very well, why do you want to tear it up?" A magnetic male voice sounded in her ear, and her hand was grasped by a warm, large hand. Yu Hun was startled at first, then somewhat angry. Why was he here again?
What were the guards and maids doing?
She turned around angrily and saw a brightly smiling face and a pair of deep eyes that revealed apology and sincerity.
In an instant, her heart skipped a beat, and her mind was drawn to his deep eyes. So, a man's eyes could express such rich meaning! She was somewhat surprised. She even forgot to pull her slender, snow-white hand away from Yan Nange's grasp.
Yan Nange, however, took the initiative to release Yu Hun's hand. He didn't want to be slapped again, and then have to use his internal energy to erase the handprint afterward. Moreover, if there was another misunderstanding this time, it would be difficult to explain. As the saying goes, things shouldn't happen more than three times. Yan Nange understood this principle. Yan
Nange took... He picked up his brush and, with fluid strokes, finished the painting of lotus blossoms after the rain. Putting down the brush, he admired it and smiled happily. Painting was a very enriching activity, and Yan Nange suddenly realized he actually enjoyed it. He thought to himself that he should practice with his wives in the future.
Yu Hun, meanwhile, snapped out of her reverie, remembering how he had just held her hand—a hand no man had ever touched before. This shameless fellow!
Just as she was about to erupt in anger, she noticed that the unfinished painting before her had been completed by him. Lotus blossoms after the rain—this was exactly what she had envisioned, only his work was far superior. How could he have discerned what she wanted to paint from just a few strokes? Was it a mutual understanding or a mere coincidence? Yu Hun's mind was in turmoil. Why did she become herself again the moment she saw him? She didn't understand.
"Yu Hun, see if she's suitable for you." Yan Nange took out an exquisite jewelry box and held the incomparably beautiful necklace in his hand.
Yu Hun's newly awakened mind was immediately drawn to the dazzling necklace. Wasn't that the "Gaze of Concentration," hailed as a divine object, inlaid on it?
He had actually given her such a precious gem. He... how could he do this...? Yu Hun was stunned. She found it truly difficult to understand this man. Yesterday he had infuriated her, and today he had filled her with overwhelming joy. Was he doing this on purpose? Was he just here to torment her? This hateful man, he was hateful, yet he also made her incredibly happy... He... Ah!
Yu Hun wanted to hate him, but found herself happy; this contradictory feeling drove her mad.
Yan Nange then made another intimate gesture towards Yu Hun. He gently removed her veil, and before she could react, he had already placed the purple-gold necklace around her snow-white, slender neck.
"Yu Hun, you are truly beautiful. This suits you perfectly." Yan Nange produced a mirror from somewhere, whispering in her ear as he held it up for her to see. "
A beauty like jade, ethereal and otherworldly, her gaze unwavering, her longing profound," Yan Nange murmured slowly.
Yu Hun was captivated by Yan Nange's voice, gazing intently at her reflection. Was that stunning woman in the mirror herself? The purple mist swirling around her snow-white neck and soft breasts, her deep eyes, accentuated her delicate skin and ethereal beauty. Who was the man beside her? He was handsome with a touch of untamed spirit, heroic yet sincere; the striking crimson mark between his brows seemed to speak of a passionate, innocent heart.
His deep, dreamlike eyes were filled with amazement and tenderness as he gazed at her with deep affection. She…she…wasn't she herself? The thought that the beauty in the mirror was herself, and that Yan Nange was gazing at her with such tenderness… Her own face flushed crimson, her neck and alluring breasts turning a tempting shade. Her beautiful eyes shimmered, becoming hazy and dreamy. At this moment, Yu Hun was breathtakingly beautiful. Yu Hun's beauty was truly identical
to Xiang Xiang's, leaving Yan Nange staring at her in a daze. The man and woman stood there in this ambiguous position in the boudoir, speechless and entranced.
For a long time, they remained silent, their hearts filled with unspoken thoughts.
It was as if nothing had happened; you were still you, and I was still me. Yet, it was also as if everything had happened; you were no longer you, and I was no longer me.
Yan Nange was the first to realize, suddenly remembering that she wasn't Xiang Xiang. Xiang Xiang was still... In the distant Flower Spirit realm, what was she doing now? Was she searching for her shadow?
Yan Nange suddenly felt listless and sighed deeply. She quietly put down the mirror and resolutely left.
Yu Hun only realized the figure she had been clinging to was gone when she suddenly came to her senses. But the room was empty; only the painting, the box containing the ornaments, the mirror that had just made her lose her senses, the removed veil, and the coolness on her neck and chest told her that this was not a dream, but a real experience.
Why did he suddenly leave? What was the reason for that long sigh? Was he the one she was looking for? ... Everything left Yu Hun bewildered. She picked up the mirror, lost in thought, and looked... Gazing at her beautiful reflection in the mirror and the exquisite necklace, a true marvel, she was once again lost in thought. Her fingers gently caressed the delicate chain and the cool, rounded gemstones.
The maid, regaining her composure and seeing that Yu Hun was unharmed, only now wearing a stunning necklace, was relieved and dismissed the guards. She stared, mesmerized, at the dazzling necklace around her mistress's neck.
Yan Nange walked along the corridor of the inn, watching the fish swimming in the pond, her heart gradually calming down. Lately, her emotions had been too agitated; she needed to control herself.
Thinking this, Yan Nange headed towards the residence of Prince Jiang Ao of Shuangluo—her brother-in-law.

(Chapter 270
: Brothers, 10-21 10:19:12, 3534 words)

From afar, Fei Xue from the Wanxiang Pavilion of Qingxun Kingdom on the Fengyun Continent approached with several elegantly dressed men. Yan Nange, not wanting to provoke this woman who had always disliked him, was about to avoid her when Fei Xue called out to him.
"Isn't this the famous Young Master Yan?" "What wind blew you to this remote place?" Fei Xue's sarcastic voice rang out, loud enough to stop passersby in their tracks, who stared at her in astonishment.
Yan Nange was displeased. He hadn't offended her, and had even deliberately yielded to her, yet Fei Xue seemed to disregard him, humiliating him in front of so many people. Yan Nange's recently calmed emotions surged again because of Fei Xue's mockery, but he suppressed it; a man shouldn't stoop to the level of a young woman. Yan Nange turned to let her pass,
but suddenly a richly dressed man appeared before him. He looked to be around twenty years old, with a frivolous and disdainful expression. Yan Nange didn't recognize him and knew he was looking for trouble. He couldn't help but feel inwardly angry; she really didn't know what he was talking about.
"Young Master Yan, didn't you hear what Miss Fei Xue said?" the richly dressed man said with a smirk, showing no intention of letting Yan Nange pass.
"Get out of the way," Yan Nange said softly, suppressing his anger. He noticed a large crowd had gathered to watch the spectacle.
"Didn't you hear me? Do you know who I am? In Bright Moon City, no one dares to disrespect me," the richly dressed man said smugly.
Fei Xue and the others had already come up behind Yan Nange, ready to watch the show.
"Useless," Yan Nange suddenly sneered, flicking his right hand. A powerful force struck the richly dressed man, who tried to resist but found it futile, watching helplessly as he flew towards the nearby pool.
Suddenly, a figure flashed, and another richly dressed man caught him in mid-air. Just as they were about to fly back to the corridor, Yan Nange flicked his finger, sending a wisp of energy to his knee. His leg went numb, his internal energy disrupted, and both men fell into the pool, thrashing about in a sorry state. The onlookers
laughed, thinking these two were ignorant of their own strength. Everyone knew Yan Nange's martial arts were superb, yet these men had still walked right into his trap.
Yan Nange suddenly felt a strong gust of wind behind him. Without turning around, he delivered a whirlwind kick, and with two more splashes, two more people fell into the pool.
"Miss Feixue, I'm giving you face. You should know your place. And you should know where you are." Yan Nange's murderous aura suddenly surged, causing those nearby to tremble.
Feixue's face turned pale, and she couldn't utter a word. She watched Yan Nange smile and brush past her. Only now did she realize how powerful Yan Nange was, not as easy to deal with as she had imagined.
Yan Nange pushed through the crowd that had cleared a path and saw a group of soldiers approaching.
"Young Master Yan, are you alright?" The leader of the soldiers clearly recognized Yan Nange and asked with concern.
"Don't go! Seize him! You lowly commoner dared to throw me into the water! There's no law anymore!" The richly dressed man shouted as he approached.
"I'm fine. I'll trouble you here, Commander," Yan Nange said with a smile and a cupped hand. Yan Nange finished speaking and left without looking back. The soldiers didn't stop her, as they already knew what had happened.
"Why don't you arrest him? You bunch of useless trash!" Huang Shiyi shouted.
"Young Master Huang, watch your words. Even your father wouldn't dare speak to me like that. What are you?" Sima Feiyun, the commander of the post station guards, said coldly. A squad of soldiers drew their swords with a "snap."
"You, you want to rebel?" Huang Shiyi was just like his brother, a coward who only listened to the weak.
"Slap!" Sima Feiyun slapped him hard across the face, leaving him stunned.
"I'll give your father face this time, but if I see you causing trouble again, don't blame me, Sima Feiyun, for being ruthless. You lot, no matter where you're from, remember this is Mingyue City, not a place for you to run wild. Behave yourselves, or I won't care who you are." Sima Feiyun finished coldly and turned to leave.
Huang Shiyi was stunned by the beating, while the men behind him felt utterly humiliated. They wondered who this leader of the soldiers was, so arrogant, daring to even beat the tax official's son. The surrounding crowd chuckled inwardly; this was quite a spectacle.
Sima Feiyun suddenly stopped, turned around, and stared intently at the group, making them feel uneasy.
"And remember this," Sima Feiyun said loudly, "don't provoke Young Master Yan Nange. He's not someone you can mess with, not even your fathers! Remember that!" He then turned and led his soldiers away. The
onlookers left with smiles, leaving the four soaking wet men bewildered. Feixue had already left.
"Yan Nange, I'll make you suffer a terrible death," Huang Shiyi said through gritted teeth, clearly not taking Sima Feiyun's words to heart, his ferocious appearance like that of a mad dog.
The other three calmed down, realizing they should be careful and avoid provoking the infamous "Flower King Divine Hand" in the future. It seemed he wasn't just famous; he had a terrifying background. It was best to stay away from such a person. They also regretted their impulsive actions that day.
However, they didn't try to persuade Huang Shiyi, hoping he could teach Yan Nange a lesson so they could vent their anger. If not, they wouldn't lose anything; they hadn't participated, and no one could trace it back to them. Everyone secretly waited to see the show.
Huang Shiyi, this fool, was oblivious to the fact that he had walked into a dead end. If he had any intelligence, he would understand that a world-renowned person was not to be trifled with, especially one with astonishing martial arts skills and terrifying power. He was a fool, so he didn't understand, even at the cost of his life!
The brothers Huang Shiyi and Huang Shiren were already teetering on the brink of death, yet they remained completely unaware.
Yan Nange, in fact, had calmed down the moment he stepped out of the crowd; his anger had subsided.
Upon arriving at his brother-in-law Jiang Ao's residence, the guards bowed to Yan Nange and let him in.
"Brother, what beautiful calligraphy!" Yan Nange praised with a smile, taking a sip of the hot tea served by a well-behaved maid.
Jiang Ao was writing calligraphy in the hall; his work was vigorous and elegant, its artistic conception profound, its power penetrating the paper. Therefore, Yan Nange praised it aloud.
"Haha! Brother Yun, when did you arrive?" Jiang Ao asked warmly, overjoyed to see Yan Nange.
"Just arrived a little while ago. Brother, I've come to invite you to my place for a gathering. My parents-in-law, Lord Sima, Mine Owner Li, and Prince Tang will also be coming. Brother, you don't mind, do you?" Yan Nange inquired about Jiang Ao's opinion.
"Haha. I didn't expect Brother Yun to have such a wide circle of acquaintances. These are all very famous figures. Very good. I've been wanting to visit them but haven't had the opportunity. Now, thanks to Brother Yun, I'm fortunate to have this opportunity. When are you leaving?" Jiang Ao asked excitedly.
"Soon, it's only eight o'clock now, I estimate I'll be here to pick you up around nine. Brother, please wait for me a moment," Yan Nange said with a smile.
Jiang Ao readily agreed, and Yan Nange didn't linger. After bidding farewell to Jiang Ao, he left the inn and went to the nearest mansion owned by Mine Owner Li. (

Chapter 271, Second Brother
: 10-21 10:19:12, 3022 words)

"Young Master Yan, please come in." The guard standing at the door bowed before Yan Nange could even speak. Yan Nange's appearance was too distinctive, and his reputation too great, so the guard recognized him at a glance. The master had already given orders that if it was Yan Nange, he could be allowed to pass without prior notice. This was a rare occurrence, clearly showing that the relationship between this Young Master Yan and the master was extraordinary. Therefore, they naturally dared not neglect him.
Upon entering the spacious and beautiful courtyard, servants naturally came to guide Yan Nange. First came a wide road, then a secluded path. After walking for a while, they arrived at an elegant building.
Yan Nange sat down, and a maidservant served fragrant tea. Since Yan Nange had just drunk tea at her brother-in-law Jiang Ao's place, she didn't touch it. Instead, she stood up to look at the landscape painting on the living room wall.
This landscape painting was expansive and majestic, conveying a sense of overwhelming power. Yan Nange found the brushstrokes familiar and suddenly remembered the ancient master Zeng Wanggu's "Mountains and Rivers Like Tigers"—could this be it? After examining the entire painting more closely, and looking at the inscriptions and seals, it was indeed the incomparably precious "Mountains and Rivers Like Tigers." It seemed her elder brother was truly a wealthy man. Others would carefully collect such a valuable painting, but he hung it in the living room as decoration.
But it was no wonder; the Li family had managed the Mingyue Mining Area so well, and after deducting the portion given to Kaitianbao, they were naturally incredibly wealthy. This is quite normal; it's all earned through their wisdom and hard work, and there's nothing to criticize but to admire them.
Yan Nange suddenly remembered that he hadn't brought a gift when he first visited his elder brother, but then he thought that his brother wouldn't care about such things, and he could always make it up next time, so he felt at ease.
"Young Master Yan, the master invites you to the back garden for a chat," a handsome middle-aged man who looked like a steward said with a bow as he entered.
Yan Nange nodded and asked him to lead the way. Yan Nange felt that this man was a bit strange, but he couldn't figure out what it was.
After leaving the reception room, walking through the corridor, crossing the artificial hill and small bridge, and entering a circular archway, the scenery suddenly changed. There were dense trees and green grass. This was the back garden? Yan Nange looked at this scenery, which resembled the fields of Tai Xuan Manor, with suspicion and some surprise. This back garden was too outrageous. Was the entire foot of West Mountain the back garden of his elder brother's family? Yan Nange couldn't help but smile at the thought that had popped into his head.
"Young Master Yan, do you find this back garden a bit different from what you imagined?" The steward, who hadn't spoken all the way, suddenly asked Yan Nange with a smile.
"Hehe. Actually, I was wondering if the entire foot of West Mountain is my elder brother's back garden. Such a large back garden is truly enormous," Yan Nange said with a smile.
"Young Master Yan, you're absolutely right. The entire foot of West Mountain really is our back garden." The steward clearly knew the relationship between Yan Nange and Li Yuntang, so he didn't hide anything.
Yan Nange thought it was just a casual thought, but he didn't expect it to be true. This back garden covers an area of about a mile in circumference, so it can't be called a garden, but an estate. It seems he was truly ignorant, not even knowing such a thing.
"Actually, it's normal that Young Master Yan doesn't know, because although the entire foot of West Mountain belongs to our manor, we only enclose less than half of it with walls. The other half is used by 'Jingxin Nunnery.' So outsiders don't know this secret. Young Master Yan is one of the few people who know this secret," the steward said with a smile.
"Thank you. May I ask your surname, sir?" Yan Nange felt that this steward seemed extraordinary and gave him a good impression, so he wanted to get to know him.
"My surname is Li Yunshi," the steward said with a smile.
"Then you and my elder brother are...?" When Yan Nange heard that his name was Li Yunshi, he thought this must be his elder brother's brother, but he didn't know if it was the elder or younger brother.
"I was an orphan. My master adopted me. Because I didn't know my name, he named me according to the order of his nephews and nieces. I am my master's adopted son and his adopted younger brother." The steward's words were full of gratitude and respect. "
Then I will call you Second Brother Li." Yan Nange said with a smile but seriously. Yan Nange was always happy to befriend those who were loyal and sincere, and after observing Li Yunshi closely, he felt that Li Yunshi was not simple, so he became more determined to befriend him.
"Haha. My elder brother said you were different from others, and now I believe it." Li Yunshi suddenly laughed and said, and the master he was referring to became his elder brother.
"So Second Brother Li was testing his younger brother. Haha." Yan Nange immediately realized that this second brother had deliberately pretended to be the steward to see his eyesight and reaction, and whether he judged people based on their status.
"Brother Yan, please don't blame your second brother. I'm just a playful person, a bit of a joker. I've been hearing a lot about your excellence from my eldest brother these past few days, and I've always wanted to see just how excellent you are. Since you're here today, I just made a joke. Haha. I'm sure you won't mind
, brother; I can see you have a very generous nature." Li Yunshi was no longer as respectful as before, but instead became unrestrained and captivating. This was his true self. "Haha. I was wondering why I felt something was off when I first met you, second brother. That's it. You should be this unrestrained and free-spirited, otherwise it wouldn't match your handsome appearance." Yan Nange suddenly realized why he had felt something was off from the start. It turned out that despite his handsome appearance, he had put on a respectful demeanor, which was why he felt something was amiss. A person's temperament is hard to change, and it can't be hidden.
As the two talked, they had already passed through grasslands and woods, and then through an archway, leading to a wide training ground. Yan Nange saw a group of people sparring in the ground.
Seeing Yan Nange enter, Li Yuntang greeted him with a smile.
"Brother, you're a distinguished guest," Li Yuntang said with a smile, patting Yan Nange affectionately.
"Look at you, brother, I'm your brother, family, what distinguished guest?" Yan Nange replied with a smile, his words full of sincerity.
"Good! Good! You're too kind, brother. Haha." Li Yuntang didn't find Yan Nange's words cloying; instead, he felt a warmth in his heart, realizing Yan Nange's sincerity.
"Brother, I've come to invite you to my residence. Second Brother is here too, let's go together," Yan Nange invited them both with a smile.
"Brother, you've moved quickly, becoming Second Brother so fast. You're really something, I admire you. Well then, Second Brother, you can come along too, you're bored anyway," Li Yuntang said, first expressing his admiration for Yan Nange, then turning to Li Yunshi.

Chapter 272 Phoenix Sky
: 10-21 10:19:13 Words: 3430

"Great! I've heard Tai Xuan Manor is picturesque; I want to see it for myself. When are we going?" Li Yunshi happily agreed, eagerly asking for the time.
"I also need to invite Brother Sima and Brother Tang, as well as my parents-in-law. Oh, and brothers, I've also invited my brother-in-law. You don't mind if we come along, do you?" Yan Nange asked.
"Of course we do. Brother, who is your brother-in-law? Did you perhaps marry another wife?" Li Yuntang asked curiously.
Li Yunshi also looked expectantly at his answer, knowing his brother was a master of flower-making, his skills astonishing.
"No, he's Ming Chan's brother—Jiang Ao, the prince of Shuangluo Kingdom in the Reincarnation Continent. Ming Chan is the princess of Shuangluo," Yan Nange explained with a smile.
"Brother, you're really something! You've even managed to marry a princess. What woman can't you marry? You're born lucky!" Li Yuntang sighed.
Li Yunshi was completely impressed by Yan Nange. Someone who could marry a princess deserved respect. If they knew that Yan Nange had four princesses among his wives, and one of them was a goddess, they would probably be spitting blood. Fortunately, Yan Nange didn't intend to say any of that.
"Then I'll come back to pick up my two elder brothers in a bit. You might as well bring your wives along too," Yan Nange said with a smile.
"You're not just going to leave like this, are you? Wait a moment, give your elder brother some face, how about I have a little competition with those young people?" Li Yuntang asked with a smile.
"Since elder brother has spoken, what can I say? Elder brother, your smile makes me feel like there's some kind of conspiracy involved," Yan Nange said with a smile, feeling that his elder brother's smile was mysterious.
"Cough! Cough! What are you talking about, brother? What kind of conspiracy could I have?" Li Yuntang coughed awkwardly at Yan Nange's words.
"Haha!" Li Yunshi burst into laughter upon seeing his elder brother's unusually embarrassed expression. This drew the attention of the young people watching the competition, who wondered what they were laughing at.
The competitors themselves were thrown off balance by Li Yunshi's laughter, their moves riddled with flaws. Fortunately, both sides were making mistakes, otherwise someone might have been defeated because of his laughter.
Li Yuntang glared at Li Yunshi several times, eventually threatening him, before he finally stopped laughing, though still chuckling softly.
Li Yuntang led Yan Nange over, instructing her to participate directly in the archery competition.
Yan Nange looked around; most of the people present were young men and women dressed in luxurious martial arts attire, with a small number of strong guards.
Upon seeing the blue-clad man personally brought by Li Yuntang, everyone felt a pang of jealousy and began speculating about his identity. Some guessed, others didn't. Those who guessed knew their chances were slim. Those who didn't wanted to teach Yan Nange a lesson.
The previous round of competition had ended; both had hit the bullseye, albeit slightly off target, and received enthusiastic cheers and applause. The two young men were quite pleased with themselves, giving Yan Nange a provocative look. Yan Nange smiled.
Now it was Yan Nange's turn to compete with another young man.
"This kind of competition is boring. Let's do it this way." Yan Nange didn't even glance at the rake in front of him, smiling slightly.
Because Yan Nange's voice was loud, everyone wanted to see what trick he was up to.
Yan Nange took out the blue silk handkerchief embroidered by his wives, folded it neatly, closed his eyes, and blindfolded himself with the handkerchief.
In reality, this blindfold was practically useless, because Yan Nange's divine sense allowed him to see everything within a few miles, let alone the rake. Yan Nange did this to directly intimidate them and avoid trouble. Li Yuntang meant the same thing.
Yan Nange casually picked up his bow and quiver, turned around, and walked a hundred paces away. He "looked" at the stunned crowd walking away, including his two elder brothers, and smiled slightly. They couldn't believe he could walk so freely while blindfolded, and even shoot arrows from twice the distance of others.
"Be careful, everyone. I've only shot an arrow once. If I accidentally injure any of you, please forgive me," Yan Nange said with a laugh that seemed determined to shock them. He "saw" that, apart from his two elder brothers and the guards, almost everyone's faces had turned pale, and they all walked further away.
"Ha! Ha! Ha!" Yan Nange laughed loudly.
The crowd was somewhat bewildered by his laughter, and even more at a loss. Was he crazy?
Yan Nange drew his bow and nocked an arrow, deliberately aiming in various directions for a while, making those in the direction his arrow was pointing turn pale with fright.
Yan Nange wasn't intentionally mocking them; she just found their panicked expressions amusing, and a childlike impulse struck her, so she decided to tease them.
Yan Nange finally stopped where the arrow was pointing, drew the bow fully, and the arrow flew like lightning, striking the bullseye with a "thud." Everyone was stunned, staring dumbfounded at the arrow deeply embedded in the bullseye.
Before they could react, Yan Nange's arrows swarmed in like locusts.
When they came to their senses, they found Yan Nange had stopped, removed her silk handkerchief, and walked over with a smile.
All ten bullseyes were now filled with arrows, forming perfectly round shapes. And all of this happened in an instant.
"Well done! Divine arrows! Divine arrows!" shouted a guard leader, and the other guards, realizing what was happening, cheered and clapped.
Everyone then came to their senses, shouting applause and clapping loudly.
Only then did everyone understand what archery was, and what a master archer was. Yan Nange, however, had only used the most ordinary fast-shooting technique.
Yan Nange put down her bow and quiver, and walked out of the training ground with her two excited and astonished elder brothers.
"Father, wait a moment!" The three had only taken a few steps when a clear, melodious voice rang out behind them.
They all turned around, and Yan Nange saw a stunningly beautiful woman dressed in black warrior attire approaching with graceful bearing. This woman was tall and slender, her skin not the typical snow-white, but an ivory-yellow hue, which only enhanced her unique charm.
She had an oval face, delicate eyebrows and phoenix eyes, a broad and smooth forehead, a straight nose, and incredibly alluring diamond-shaped lips. In short, she gave Yan Nange a completely different impression.
Her exquisitely beautiful face carried a heroic air, giving her a unique and dashing appearance, while also possessing a very alluring quality. Because Yan Nange could tell she had a naturally beautiful physique—truly a unique beauty.
"Fengxiao greets Young Master Yan." The stunningly beautiful woman bowed gracefully, her expression shy and her face flushed. This added even more charm to her already unique beauty.
Yan Nange felt somewhat awkward, unsure how to address his elder brother's precious daughter. He looked at his two elder brothers with difficulty. "Looks like I need

to learn some seniority
too

, haha. You can just call her Fengxiao for now," Li Yuntang said with a double meaning.
Yan Nange blushed at Li Yuntang's words. Li Fengxiao was even more embarrassed, lowering her head and remaining silent.
"Fengxiao, I invite you two... you two elder brothers to my place as guests. If you don't mind having more people, please come along. I have many girls around your age at home; they can accompany you on your excursions." Yan Nange felt particularly awkward calling him "elder brother" now, because this elder brother's daughter was the same age as him.
"Yes!" Feng Xiao's voice was almost inaudible, but all three saw her nod.
Li Yuntang and Li Yunshi exchanged a knowing smile.
They usually saw Feng Xiao as aloof and indifferent to everyone, but she had never been so proactive as to greet a man today, looking so shy, and even agreeing to visit Yan Nange's house.
This was unprecedented, it seemed good things were on the horizon.
They would finally stop worrying about her marriage and could live a carefree life. It would be strange if they weren't secretly delighted.
Men admire women because they love them, and women love men because they admire them.
The reason Li Feng Xiao was still unmarried at nineteen was because she wanted to find a man she could genuinely respect and even admire, even if he was old and ugly. As long as he could win her heart, she was willing to marry him, and no one could stop her decision, even at the cost of her life.
Of course, no one would stop her; whatever she wanted, her father, second uncle, and even her grandfather would give her, as long as she was happy.
She was the only woman in the Li family of this generation; the other four were brothers. From a young age, she was the apple of everyone's eye, and no one dared to provoke her. She was never mischievous, just rather aloof. Actually, it wasn't aloofness, but rather a feeling of being too sophisticated for her circle, a kind of loneliness.
Can one be lonely even surrounded by love? Yes, she was. It wasn't that she didn't understand family affection, but that family affection couldn't represent everything, especially in the heart of a woman full of dreams for life.
After leaving the Li family, Yan Nange went to Tang Zizheng's residence, the Huang couple's residence, and the City Lord's mansion. Yan Nange obtained a large carriage from Sima Zhongliu and finally left Black Dragon City at ten o'clock in the morning, heading towards Tai Xuan Manor.
Yan Nange drove the carriage outside, while six men and two women chatted inside, enjoying the spring scenery. The journey was filled with laughter and chatter. Jiang Ao, with his forthright personality and close relationship with Yan Nange, quickly became acquainted with several men, and they all seemed to share a mutual appreciation, speaking very warmly to each other.
Li Fengxiao chatted with Madam Huang. Sima Zhongliu and the others were surprised to see Li Fengxiao traveling with them, as this young woman usually didn't give men a friendly look, yet she had shown Yan Nange such respect. They all guessed that
the girl had fallen for him, and that Yan Nange had gotten lucky again. Jiang Ao's first impression of Li Fengxiao was one of amazement, but he guessed that she was probably interested in Yan Nange, judging from her frequent glances towards the front of the carriage. He couldn't help but envy Yan Nange's good fortune with women.
After entering Tai Xuan Manor, everyone realized how vast the estate was. Even royal family members like Tang Zizheng and Jiang Ao were astonished by its size.
Furthermore, they observed that the guards were all highly skilled and well-trained, clearly elite troops. Such soldiers couldn't be trained in a short time, nor could they be trained by ordinary people. This made all five men realize that Tai Xuan Manor was extraordinary.
They also saw the soldiers' utmost reverence for Yan Nange, all chanting "Lord" in unison, their eyes filled with fervent light, demonstrating Yan Nange's high standing in their hearts.
Upon entering Tongtian Fortress, everyone was awestruck by the fiery red hue. Even Li Yuntang, who had seen the magnificent and awe-inspiring Kaitian Fortress, couldn't help but be stunned by the vibrant red.
Sima Zhongliu and the others were somewhat lost in thought, just like Yan Nange upon her first visit. Although they had seen many castles, none had ever been as full of life and soothing to the soul as this.
Madam Huang and Li Fengxiao stared intently at everything outside, captivated by the breathtaking scenery, like a paradise from a story. For women, this was undoubtedly an ideal haven. They fell in love with the place at first sight. How happy the people living here must be! They all thought to themselves.
Upon arriving at the gates of the Lord's Mansion, Yan Nange's many wives and maids surrounded him. Knowing guests had arrived, they only lightly kissed Yan Nange on the cheek, but even so, the seven who had just alighted from the carriage were nearly speechless with astonishment.
Firstly, these seven newcomers never imagined Yan Nange had so many wives; they couldn't tell them apart, as the affectionate kisses made them all seem like his wives.
Secondly, the seven hadn't expected Yan Nange's wives to be so beautiful. Even the maids were youthful and charming, let alone these stunning beauties. Thirdly, they
all admired Yan Nange's skill with women. To have so many girls so docile, like little birds, throwing themselves into his arms, showering him with kisses and entanglements, was something no ordinary person could do. Seeing all this, it was impossible not to believe that Yan Nange could make those women who had shared a night with him so unforgettable.
After the women finished their intimate moments with Yan Nange, he introduced the seven men who were standing there smiling and watching them to them. The women all bowed and greeted them before the group entered the villa.
Beautiful maids served fragrant tea, fruit, and snacks, inviting everyone to eat before preparing lunch. Yan Nange's beautiful wife chatted with Madam Huang and Li Fengxiao.
Yan Nange then led the six men outside to enjoy the scenery.
"Brother, I've always admired your skill in love, but today it seems you're not just skilled, you're terrifying. I've been to many countries, but I doubt you could find anyone on these two continents with your good fortune with women. Even the emperor can't compare," Tang Zizheng said, both admiring and envious. Such things are beyond envy; they are rare and precious, and even strength alone is useless.
"I'm just lucky. But they've truly been very good to me, and I cherish each and every one of them," Yan Nange smiled, his face filled with tenderness and happiness.
Yan Nange's blissful smile stunned the men, giving them a sense of "amazement." They couldn't help but find it absurd—how could they feel this way? She wasn't a stunning beauty. They all thought it was their imagination.
In reality, they weren't imagining things. This was a sign of Yan Nange's improved dual cultivation; at this point, Yan Nange was attractive to both men and women. However, his attraction to women was fatal and irresistible, while to men it only evoked feelings of closeness or respect. The feeling of being amazed was simply due to the surge of emotion within Yan Nange, unintentionally revealing a seductive charm that had slightly intoxicated the men.

Chapter 274 Pity
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"Brother Yan, your Tai Xuan Manor is truly a treasure. Look, the grass outside is just sprouting, while your Tai Xuan Manor is already teeming with life. Moreover, the scenery inside and outside the manor is picturesque. Take your residence, for example; it's the most beautiful I've ever seen. Compared to yours, my manor is simply insignificant," Li Yuntang said with a smile.
"Indeed. In these past few years, I've traveled extensively across both continents, and the scenery of your Tai Xuan Manor is absolutely top-notch," Li Yunshi also praised.
"Actually, I'm only benefiting from my master's influence," Yan Nange suddenly thought of his master, wondering how he was doing lately. Yan Nange deeply missed the Flower Emperor, whose true face he had never seen.
“Well, you’d have to be qualified, brother. By the way, Brother Yan, what are the windows in all these buildings made of? They’re so clear and bright!” Sima Zhongliu suddenly remembered this question he had wanted to ask for a long time.
“Oh, that’s a kind of natural crystal from our mine. After processing and polishing, it looks like that,” Yan Nange explained with a smile.
“My dear son-in-law, I find your villa quite impressive. Even the roof lights use luminous pearls. I doubt even the most famous tycoons in the world could compare. By the way, where did you buy all that fruit? I’ve never even seen many of it before,” Huang Shiyi asked curiously.
“This fruit is grown on our own in the manor using a secret greenhouse method. We have fruit all year round. The residents of the manor receive some fruit every few days. We’ll have the manor send some to you regularly, along with the silver fish,” Yan Nange promised with a smile. It wasn’t that he was being selfish or giving away things from the manor at will; in fact, from the perspective of the manor’s interests, such an investment was necessary. Besides, he was the owner of Tai Xuan Manor.
"Haha. You're so generous, brother. We'll enjoy ourselves thanks to you." Sima Zhongliu said happily.
People like them, who had long held positions of power, were quite adept at enjoying life.
"The fish in this lake are silverfish. Brother Jiang, Second Brother, you haven't tasted this delicacy before, have you? Let's have a good meal at noon today," Yan Nange said to Jiang Ao and Li Yunshi.
Just then, Mei'er and Meng'er came over to catch fish, and Yan Nange skillfully used a net to help the two girls catch fish. Because there were so many fish, they quickly caught enough. The two girls kissed Yan Nange a few times before running away with their beautiful faces flushed.
Sima Zhongliu and the other six laughed heartily. Yan Nange wasn't embarrassed at all, because this was a normal thing. Today, he had even toned it down. Normally, he would have kissed her passionately until their faces were red and their hearts were pounding.
This was an expression of love, which they all liked, and Yan Nange liked it too.
"I truly envy you, brother. How can you make all these girls so gentle and obedient? I see their eyes light up the moment they see you, their faces glowing. You can tell how happy and sweet they are because of you. And then there's their natural and enthusiastic way of showing affection to you the moment they meet. What I admire most is how well they all get along, without any jealousy or rivalry. If I didn't know better, I would have thought they were sisters.
I've met many people who appreciate and understand beauty, but those who reach your level are extremely rare. Even if they do exist, they can't compare to you in terms of numbers and beauty. Can you tell me your secret? Let me also enjoy such gentle tenderness and the blessing of having so many beautiful women." Tang Zizheng smiled as he looked at Yan Nange, waiting for his answer.
Everyone was also eager to hear how he managed to make so many stunning beauties follow him so devotedly, and how they all seemed so happy and sweet.
"Actually, there's no secret. I just believe that since I've chosen them, I should treat them with sincerity. I don't demand they do anything according to my wishes; I just want them to be happy. I give them enough freedom and choices. At the same time, I care about them, communicate with them sincerely, and pay attention to their emotions. If they're unhappy, I'll comfort them and cheer them up. If they're willing to talk about it, I'll share their burdens. That's why they like to confide in me; there's no distance between us, and we're very close. Actually, I think one sentence is enough: Women are meant to be loved and cherished." As Yan Nange spoke, the endearing images of his beloved wife and beautiful maids floated before his eyes, his voice unconsciously softening, and his eyes overflowing with tenderness and happiness.
The six people were all moved and touched by Yan Nange's words and expression, remaining silent for a long time, lost in thought.
Women are meant to be loved and cherished! That's so true. They all felt a tremor in their hearts. They imagined that if a woman heard these words, she would immediately throw herself into his arms. This was more moving than any vow or love confession.
Women are meant to be loved and cherished! What woman wouldn't yearn for the love and tenderness of her beloved man? Everyone hopes to be pampered and loved for a lifetime, but such things are mostly like beautiful dreams, difficult to attain. However, if a man truly wants to give, it's so simple; he can do it with just his heart.
"By the way, Brother Yan, we've always wanted to ask you, are the ornaments worn by your wives and maids all made of purple gold?" Li Yunshi was clearly sensitive to ornaments, as his business, Mingyue Gemstones, was inextricably linked to them.
"Yes, that's right. I had a set made for each of them. Haha." Yan Nange said with a smile. Outside, his ornaments were considered priceless treasures, but he could provide each of his maids with a set.
Yan Nange's words made all six of them gasp in surprise, secretly thinking, "You're really something."
"Brother Yun, you're really something! Everyone else treats the ornaments you make as priceless treasures, yet you can have each of your maids have a set made. No wonder they're so infatuated with you. If I were a woman, I'd also want someone as understanding of women's hearts as you," Jiang Ao said with a smile.
Everyone laughed at Jiang Ao's amusing words.
"Daddy!" A sweet, childlike voice rang in everyone's ears.
"Jiaojiao!" Yan Nange excitedly hugged his little darling, whom he had only seen sleeping for days. Kissing her beautiful little face, his heart was filled with happiness and joy.
"Daddy, Jiaojiao missed you so much!" Jiaojiao hugged Yan Nange's neck, her eyes misting over, her little mouth constantly kissing him.

Chapter 275 The Story
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Yan Nange saw Jiao Jiao's tears about to fall and felt extremely distressed. He gently patted his daughter Jiao Jiao's back with his large hand.
All six of them looked at Jiao Jiao, this unbelievably beautiful little girl, in astonishment. They couldn't believe that such a small girl could be so breathtakingly beautiful. Looking at little Jiao Jiao in her adorable white princess dress, all six of them swallowed hard with envy. If they had such a cute daughter, granddaughter, or grandson, they would gladly give up a few years of their lives.
All six of them stared intently at the little beauty who was so affectionately close to Yan Nange. She was just too cute. How wonderful it would be to hold her! All six of them strongly desired to hold this beautiful little fairy, Jiao Jiao. Actually, they didn't know that Jiao Jiao was always called a little witch.
Jiaojiao's tears finally flowed, and Yan Nange quickly kissed away the glistening drops with his lips. He knew Jiaojiao liked being comforted like this; whenever Yan Nange kissed her like this, she wouldn't be sad anymore. What a sensitive little baby.
"Jiaojiao, why have you been sleeping so much these days? Are you feeling unwell?" Yan Nange asked softly, his face pressed against Jiaojiao's.
"Daddy. I'll tell you alone tonight, it's a secret, okay?" Jiaojiao whispered.
Yan Nange felt a tickle in his ear from her warm breath, but he enjoyed the feeling; it was blissful and sweet.
"Okay, then Daddy will wait to hear my darling Jiaojiao's secret," Yan Nange whispered back.
"Daddy's so good." Jiaojiao kissed Yan Nange's neck, making him shudder as a strange, tingling sensation swept through his body, a feeling like the ecstasy of sex. This made Yan Nange feel a little strange, but he quickly forgot the feeling and happily hugged his precious daughter.
"Jiaojiao, you should call these two uncles, and these four grandpas." Yan Nange introduced his older brothers and father-in-law to Jiaojiao. This time, Yan Nange had Jiaojiao address them according to their ages. If he addressed them according to his own, it would be awkward, as his father-in-law would obviously be their elder. Tang Zizheng and Jiang Ao were fine, since they weren't much older than him, but it was a bit of a disadvantage for the other three.
"Hello, uncles and grandpas." Jiaojiao was never shy, but she didn't like being too close to just anyone.
"Hello, Jiaojiao." The six of them happily responded, some even eager to hug Jiaojiao, but seeing Jiaojiao's focused expression, which only paid attention to Yan Nange, they had to give up in disappointment.
They saw that Jiaojiao was wearing very pretty jewelry and praised her a few times. The little girl was incredibly beautiful.
"Brother Yan, we're really looking forward to Fengxiao wearing the ornaments you made soon! Haha. Don't disappoint us!" Li Yunshi said with a double entendre.
Li Yuntang and the other four also smiled knowingly, clearly hoping Yan Nange would marry Li Fengxiao. This was one of the reasons Li Yuntang didn't mind Yan Nange obtaining the gems from his mine. Yan Nange would be his future son-in-law, a source of happiness for his daughter; even the most precious gems were worth it. Another reason was that Yan Nange hadn't hidden anything. He could have easily claimed to have bought them from someone else—there were many reasons, and Li Yuntang would have believed him. But Yan Nange told the truth, showing how much he valued their friendship, so Li Yuntang had no reason to blame him.
Gems, though expensive, couldn't necessarily buy a sincere heart. Besides, Yan Nange was the Flower Emperor's apprentice and a prodigy; he would be his ally in the future. Therefore, from any perspective, Li Yuntang was only happy, not angry. Some things can't be measured by monetary value alone.
"Brother Yan seems born to create legends. In the less than a month since I met you, you've surprised and amazed me more than I have in the past few decades. It seems people's destinies are truly different," exclaimed Tang Zizheng, a prince of a nation.
"Indeed. Yun'er has always been creating legends. Almost nothing related to him is ordinary; everything is something that inspires awe and wonder," Huang Shiyi agreed with Tang Zizheng. "Take Brother
Yan's recent auction of the purple-gold ornaments, for example. It has already set a precedent in the history of two continents. Never before in history has there been such a grand and solemn gathering, and all of this is solely due to Brother Yan's reputation. It's nothing short of a miracle. If the ornament inlaid with 'Gaze of Contemplation' were to appear again at Brother Yan's auction, it would probably cause people to faint from excitement," Sima Zhongliu said with a smile.
"Will such a gemstone appear at this auction? I need to see how much a piece of jewelry inlaid with a bright moon gemstone is worth before considering what to do with the 'Gaze of Concentration'. To be honest, I've prepared not just ten sets of jewelry, but dozens. It's just that Yuan Feng wants to make things more valuable by keeping them rare, so he only said he'd auction ten sets," Yan Nange said, never one to shy away from a shocking statement.
"What? Dozens of sets? I heard that it took Old Master Lin three months to complete a purple-gold bracelet last time, so these ornaments of yours must be...?" Li Yuntang asked incredulously.
"Hehe, I'm not afraid to scare you, I made a hundred sets of ornaments in two days." Yan Nange said calmly. Making ornaments was just a small game for Yan Nange. Now he could make two hundred sets in less than a day, and they would be even more exquisite, because his skills were much stronger than before.
Everyone was speechless, staring blankly at Yan Nange. Is he still human? This was the collective thought of the six of them. Perhaps, he really wasn't human, but a god.
After a long while, the six of them finally came to their senses, panting heavily.
What Yan Nange said was truly astonishing. Even those who didn't understand ornaments knew what it meant to make a hundred sets of purple-gold ornaments in two days.
The old Mr. Lin, who could make the purple-gold bracelet, was thus hailed as a divine being by the world. What, then, should Yan Nange's incredible skill be called? The six men simply couldn't imagine it. Why couldn't he be more ordinary? With a man like him appearing in the world, what man could hold his head high?
The six men were both happy and frustrated; their feelings were incredibly complex.
"Brother, Father, lunch is ready. Everyone, go back and eat." The beautiful Huang Shang walked over with captivating charm, her sweet voice disrupting everyone's thoughts and bringing them back to normal.
They agreed and headed back. Huang Shang sweetly kissed Yan Nange a few times, then took her hand and nestled happily against her. Her tender, blissful, and charming appearance made the hearts of the five grown men, accustomed to beautiful women, flutter. Only Huang Shiyi, the father, seemed somewhat unmoved. Seeing his daughter's beautiful, happy, and sweet appearance, he wanted to shout out, but fearing he might frighten others, he refrained.
Jiang Ao and Li Yunshi were eating silverfish for the first time. When the fresh and delicious fish melted in their mouths into a rich, flavorful sauce, they were astonished and their eyes widened. They then devoured the fish, oblivious to the laughter of those watching them.
"Big brother, is this fish delicious?" Mingchan asked Jiang Ao playfully.
"Mmm...mmm...delicious." Jiang Ao forgot all about the decorum of a prince, focusing only on stuffing the silverfish into his mouth. He mumbled an indistinct reply.
"Second Uncle, look at your eating habits." Li Fengxiao reminded Li Yunshi, who was wolfing down his food. She had eaten the fish before and liked it very much, but her second uncle's eating manners were truly appalling. Anyone who didn't know him would think he hadn't eaten in a long time.
"Mmm...delicious. Delicious indeed." Li Yunshi only stared at the grilled silverfish on the table and in his hand, paying no attention to anything else.
“Brother Li, when you go back, I’ll bring you some silver fish too. Later, I’ll send two portions of fish and fruit to my eldest brother’s residence; you can just go there to get yours. When Brother Jiang returns to China, I’ll send you some fish. Go back and try raising them; if it’s successful, you’ll be in for a treat.” Yan Nange said with a smile as he grilled the fish.
The group had lunch under the shade of the trees in the courtyard, making barbecuing convenient and the air fresh.
“Daddy, you eat.” Jiaojiao, sitting adorably on a low stool, handed Yan Nange a golden-brown silver fish. She insisted on grilling fish with him, and Yan Nange reluctantly agreed.
Despite her small size, she was very clever, and with Yan Nange’s guidance, she quickly grilled the first fish.
“Good darling, you’ve already learned to be considerate of your father.” Yan Nange happily ate the fish Jiaojiao had grilled from her little hand. It was delicious, but more than anything, his heart overflowed with the happiness of being a father.
"Mom, you eat." Jiao Jiao handed the fish to Xiao Ruo, who was also grilling fish beside her.
"Good daughter, you're so thoughtful, you've already learned to be filial to your mother so quickly." Xiao Ruo happily and touchedly ate the grilled fish her daughter offered, her smile wide and warm.
Everyone smiled happily at the sight of the happy and sweet family of three. Meanwhile, Yan Nange's wives all dreamed of having a daughter as cute as Jiao Jiao, so that she could make them as happy as Jiao Jiao. Most importantly, that would be the fruit of their love, and having his flesh and blood would strengthen their bond and allow them to better express their love for their brother. More than a dozen girls were hoping to conceive Yan Nange's child. Chapter

276 Ethereal
: 10-21 10:19:15 Words: 3232

Originally, Yan Nange wanted his older brothers and in-laws to stay overnight, but they all said they just wanted to come and visit, and would go back after dinner. Yan Nange had no choice but to see them off.
Li Fengxiao, however, didn't leave despite the women's earnest pleas, agreeing to stay for a few days. The others who had come with him were naturally delighted, knowing that good things might be on the horizon.
Yan Nange was also surprised; she hadn't expected Li Fengxiao to actually have feelings for her, otherwise he wouldn't have stayed after their first meeting. Yan Nange didn't dwell on it, letting things take their course. However, Yan Nange himself admitted that Li Fengxiao was very attractive to him, because her beauty was unique, a perfect blend of strength and gentleness that was captivating. Furthermore, he lacked a true martial artist among his wives, and Li Fengxiao was precisely one with considerable skill. This was undoubtedly a deliberate arrangement by fate, and Yan Nange wouldn't resist it. After
sending all seven of them home and returning the carriage, seeing that it was early, Yan Nange went to visit several renowned talented women, inviting them to add luster to his Purple Gold Ornament Auction.
"My surname is Yan, and I wish to meet Miss Jin Xingye," Yan Nange said to the guard at the entrance of the "Rugui Inn," one of the four major inns in Black Dragon City.
Like Han Yan, Jin Xingye is one of the three most famous guqin players in the world, known as "Empty Mountain Spirit Rain" Jin Xingye.
All three famous guqin players have come to Black Dragon City, marking their first gathering. However, Yan Nange doesn't know why the other two, besides Han Yan, have come. Perhaps it's for her own Purple Gold Ornament Auction, or perhaps for Rong Gu Zhai's auction. But the underlying reasons aren't important; what matters is that Yan Nange wants her auction to be unprecedented. The number of attendees and the scale are already there; all that's missing is their performance.
"I'm sorry, Master Jin has guests and it's inconvenient to receive visitors. Besides, you don't seem to have an appointment." The guard glanced at Yan Nange sideways, his expression full of disdain.
"You'd better not look at me like that, or you might never see anything again." Yan Nange detests such arrogant people. Her eyes pierced the guard's heart like swords, and the guard immediately spat out blood.
The other guard, who had wanted to speak, was now too shocked to utter a word.
"I heard that Lady Jin has graced this city with her presence, so I have come to pay my respects. May I have
the honor of meeting you, Lady Jin?" Yan Nange said in a clear, resonant voice, not too loud, but loud enough for those inside the building to hear clearly. In truth, Yan Nange already knew that Jin Xingye and a man were on the second floor. The man possessed a chilling aura and was handsome, but Yan Nange knew he was no good. Yan Nange guessed that the guards at the door were his men, blocking his way.
Suddenly, the beaded curtain of the second-floor window twitched slightly. Yan Nange knew she was watching him from there, and the man was also staring at him with a sinister gaze, probably resenting him for ruining his plans.
Yan Nange looked up and gave a bright smile to the beautiful eyes behind the curtain, pretending not to see the man. Those beautiful eyes lit up, and a moment later, a beautiful maid came out and invited Yan Nange inside.
"Please come in, young master. Miss is inside." The maid led Yan Nange to a door on the second floor and lifted the curtain for him.
Yan Nange walked in with a nonchalant air and saw a slender woman in a blue dress standing gracefully with a veil, her eyes fixed on her. Beside her stood a handsome man in a magnificent embroidered robe, tall and imposing, with a smile on his face. However, Yan Nange had already discerned the disdain and contempt in that smile, and the sinister and eerie look in his eyes. Yan Nange felt that this man must have practiced some kind of evil martial art, and not just any kind of evil, but a truly malevolent one. Immediately, a sense of vigilance arose in her heart.
"It is a great honor for Young Master Yan to grace my humble abode with his presence," Jin Xingye's clear and melodious voice rang out, her eyes shimmering. Upon seeing her expression, the man in the magnificent robe's eyes flashed with a cold light, and his gaze towards Yan Nange naturally became even more sinister.
"You flatter me, Miss Jin. It is an honor for Yan Nange to have you meet me. And this gentleman is...?" Although Yan Nange found this man pleasing to the eye, she did not show it. However, Yan Nange noticed something: Jin Xingye didn't seem to like the richly dressed man; otherwise, she wouldn't have skipped introducing him to her. This was quite impolite, and she wasn't the type to be ignorant of manners.
"Oh. So you're the renowned Flower King! I'm Zuo Qingfei, I've long admired your name. I've heard you're a famous playboy in the world of pleasure. Haha!" Zuo Qingfei said with a forced smile. "Hehe.
Thank you for the compliment, Young Master Zuo. Master Jin, I've long heard of your superb musical skills. Would Yan Nange have the honor of inviting you to perform a heavenly piece for the world at the auction?" Yan Nange ignored him and went straight to the point.
"It would be my honor to do my part for Young Master Yan. Please let me know when you have the time," Jin Xingye said softly, her tone more friendly than before.
"Then Yan Nange thanks everyone. If you can stay in Black Dragon City for a few more days, Yan Nange would like to invite you all to visit my humble abode. My wife, Hanyan, has always wanted to exchange musical skills with you all, but has never had the opportunity. This is truly a godsend." Yan Nange said with a smile.
Hanyan had indeed told Yan Nange that she wanted to exchange musical skills with the other two famous guqin masters, but had never had the chance, which she regretted. She didn't expect to have such an opportunity so soon.
"That would be wonderful, of course. Xingye is also looking forward to learning from Master Hanyan. Young Master Yan, will Master Hanyan also perform at this conference?" Jin Xingye's tone became more intimate, his voice softer, and his eyes full of captivating charm.
Yan Nange noticed that Zuo Qingfei's gaze could kill, because the two of them had ignored his presence.
"Will Master Hanyan also perform? My brother has always wanted to get close to her, but has never had the chance. I never thought he would finally have the opportunity." Zuo Qingfei suddenly blurted out.
Yan Nange flew into a rage, his aura suddenly surging to its peak. Before Zuo Qingfei could react, he had already grabbed Zuo's throat with one hand, his imposing presence making it hard for Zuo to breathe. Jin Xingye was stunned; she hadn't expected things to turn out this way so suddenly.
"Say that again, and believe me, I can crush you like an ant," Yan Nange asked with a smile.
"Do you know who you're holding? Do you know that if you crush me, your whole family will be buried with me?" Zuo Qingfei said defiantly. He tried to use his inner strength to launch a sneak attack on Yan Nange, but he found that he couldn't muster any true energy at all.
"Young Master Yan, please let go of Young Master Zuo. He... he is the son of the Left Prime Minister of this country. Please let him go," Jin Xingye quickly pleaded, fearing that Yan Nange would cause a major disaster. Actually, she disliked this man.
"It's Young Master Zuo. It's a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding." Yan Nange smiled and brushed Zuo Qingfei's clothes with his hand, as if brushing off some dust, and then released him.
"Hmph. Master Jin, I'll take my leave." Zuo Qingfei dared not make any further moves and angrily turned and left.

Chapter 277 Cutting the Meridian
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"Young Master Yan, you've really stirred up a hornet's nest. Zuo Qingfei's father, Zuo Debang, is the most powerful minister in the country, second only to the emperor, and also the father-in-law of the emperor. How could you be so impulsive as to provoke him?" Jin Xingye said worriedly.
"I'll just call you Xingye. Xingye, thank you for your concern, you don't need to worry. Actually, I couldn't bear to kill someone in front of you just now, afraid of frightening you. Otherwise, this person wouldn't exist in this world today. In this world, you can insult me, I can tolerate it, but you can't insult my wife and lover, or the people around me. No matter who he is, I will make him pay the price. Don't say he's the son of the Left Prime Minister, even if the Left Prime Minister himself came, the result would be the same." Yan Nange said with a smile.
Yan Nange believed that with his current reputation and value, he could live well anywhere and earn respect wherever he went. Even if the Left Prime Minister were the ruler of a country, Yan Nange might not be afraid of him; at worst, he would simply leave the country. But this time, it wouldn't be that difficult, because Yan Nange had decided not to give Zuo Qingfei the chance to cause him trouble.
Yan Nange had already used the Meridian-Severing Technique on Zuo Qingfei, and he probably wouldn't live more than three days. Now, Yan Nange only needed to arrange another fight for him, and then no one would be able to find him.
Yan Nange wasn't killing Zuo Qingfei because of a single sentence; Yan Nange wasn't that bloodthirsty. In fact, he hadn't killed anyone yet. The reason Yan Nange wanted to kill Zuo Qingfei was that he discovered Zuo Qingfei's martial arts were the evil "Yin Demon Art," a skill that could only be mastered by absorbing the primordial yin and blood of ninety-nine virgins. Yan Nange discovered that Zuo Qingfei had already mastered it, meaning he had killed so many innocent lives. How could Yan Nange allow such a person to live?
Zuo Qingfei was truly unlucky. He thought that mastering this evil skill would allow him to run rampant, but he never expected to be powerless against Yan Nange. Perhaps this was fate. He could only blame himself for his many unjust deeds; heaven and earth would not allow him to live any longer.
"Xingye, forgive my bluntness. I heard from Hanyan that you are from Bohai Kingdom, and your family is one of the most powerful families on both continents. Zuo Qingfei is from Hua Kingdom. Why do you act as if you dare not offend him?" Yan Nange asked, puzzled. Hanyan was from one of the most powerful families on the continent, and even the royal families of various countries dared not be presumptuous in front of her. Yet Jin Xingye, who was also from one of the most powerful families, allowed a mere son of the Left Prime Minister to act so arrogantly in front of her. This was something Yan Nange found hard to understand.
“Since Young Master Yan has asked, Xingye cannot hide the truth. My family has actually encountered some problems. Young Master Yan should know that our family is in the animal husbandry business. Because more and more people are entering this industry, the competition is becoming increasingly fierce, and our family is no longer as prosperous as it once was. In the past ten years, due to the continuous drought in Bohai Kingdom, we have suffered heavy losses, and… now the family plans to transfer its operations to Huaguo, and the person in charge of this is the Left Prime Minister, Zuo Debang. Therefore, the family intends to betroth me to Zuo Qingfei, but I…” Jin Xingye was very sad as she said this. In reality, she only wanted to find someone she loved to spend her life with, but for the sake of her mother and sister, she had no choice. Sigh, what's wrong with me today? Why did I tell all this to a stranger? But, is he really a stranger? Why does he feel so familiar?
“Xingye, forgive my bluntness. While I know many powerful families, even royalty, rely on marriage alliances to forge cooperative relationships, I still despise using the love and lifelong happiness of a vulnerable woman as a bargaining chip for personal gain. If your family patriarch is truly an upright person, he shouldn't use you as a condition for gaining support. There are countless paths in the world; why insist on clinging to just one?” Yan Nange disliked hearing such things most of all. For a family's happiness to be bought with a woman's tears was utterly shameful. If it were her, Yan Nange would rather her family disintegrate. Besides, survival wasn't that difficult; they were probably only after their own wealth and glory. How shameless! Yan Nange grew angrier the more he thought about it.
“Thank you for your concern, Young Master Yan. I have decided to marry Zuo Qingfei, and the engagement will be in three months,” Xingye said gratefully, her expression somber. For her mother, brother, and sister, she couldn't care less about anything else. But why was this man so concerned for her? Why was she so moved?
“Xingye, I feel you seem to have some unspeakable trouble. Can the eldest prince of Hua Kingdom help you with this?” Yan Nange, seeing Xingye's appearance and eyes, knew she was a kind-hearted girl, and his chivalrous and compassionate heart stirred, wanting to help her. Yan Nange felt he could help her.
“Does Young Master Yan really know the eldest prince?” Jin Xingye asked with surprise, her eyes lighting up.
“Yes. Can he help?” Yan Nange felt he could help her and couldn't help but smile.
“Xingye thinks Young Master Yan is a trustworthy person, so I might as well tell you. Young Master Yan, if you don't have anything urgent, shall we sit down and talk?” Jin Xingye's eyes were full of anticipation.
“Okay.” Yan Nange sat down opposite Jin Xingye at her suggestion. Jin Xingye seemed quite embarrassed, her face beneath her veil flushed a delicate, beautiful blush.
“Feng'er, brew a pot of good tea,” Jin Xingye said softly to the door.
"Yes, Miss. Feng'er will be right there." A cheerful voice answered from outside the door.
"Actually, I already showed some courtesy to Zuo Qingfei today. Knowing his personality, he'll definitely hold a grudge against me. But if Young Master Yan can really help me, then it doesn't matter." Jin Xingye was still worried because she couldn't predict whether Yan Nange really knew the eldest prince, or whether the eldest prince would actually help. If it really didn't work, she would have no choice but to sell herself to Zuo Qingfei.
"Xingye, today's events started because of me. Don't worry, I will definitely solve your problem. Even if the eldest prince can't help, there are other ways. I've said before, there's more than one path in the world." Yan Nange smiled confidently.
"Then Xingye thanks Young Master Yan." Jin Xingye didn't know what kind of background Yan Nange had to be so confident. The Jin family had a wide circle of connections, but when it came to this, they were still helpless. This was all that scoundrel's fault. Jin Xingye felt a surge of resentment. However, she quickly calmed herself down. She was going to take a gamble today. If Yan Nange could really help her, everything would be fine. If not, she would accept it and pretend she had never lived or even met this man. (

Chapter 278, Jin Family
: 10-21 10:19:16, 2569 words)

Yan Nange nodded with a smile, a smile that warmed Jin Xingye's heart. Only then did she realize why she had been acting so strangely today—because she had met him. He was the first man to address her like that.
"Young Master Yan, please have some tea." Jin Xingye personally served Yan Nange a cup of tea, much to the surprise of the maid Feng'er, who had just left the room. She had never seen her mistress serve tea to anyone before. Moreover, she had vaguely heard this famous Young Master Yan call her mistress "Xingye," something that had never happened before. Could it be that her mistress…? She dared not think any further, and her face flushed.
“My father was the elder brother of the current patriarch of the Jin family, but he suddenly fell seriously ill and passed away the year before he was to assume the position. So, my second uncle took over as patriarch. My family also includes my mother, an older brother, and a younger sister. My second uncle has always seen us as a thorn in his side. My eldest brother has great talent in business and management, and according to clan rules, he is the heir to the patriarch position. But he wants his good-for-nothing son to be the patriarch, and coupled with my reputation, it only fuels his jealousy.” Jin Xingye showed an angry expression.
“Actually, according to my brother, our family shouldn’t have ended up like this. It was my uncle’s stubbornness and his unruly son that led us to this point. He has no talent to be a patriarch; all he knows is scheming and plotting.” Jin Xingye’s expression was full of resentment as she spoke.
"A year ago, his son tried to take liberties with my sister Xingtian, and my brother broke his leg in a fit of rage. Instead of disciplining his son, he imprisoned our whole family. If it weren't for my third uncle and the others intervening, he probably would have killed my brother. Later, when I returned home, he demanded that I marry Zuo Qingfei before he would release my family. His son knows Zuo Qingfei, who had been harassing me for almost half a year. For my family's sake, I had to appease him and agree to see how things went with Zuo Qingfei." Jin Xingye's eyes were filled with hatred.
Yan Nange was also filled with righteous indignation. Was this kind of person even human? If she encountered him, she would make him wish he were dead. Yan Nange now strongly suspected that Jin Xingye's father was killed by her second uncle.
"My mother, brother, and sister all disagree with my decision. They say that house arrest is better, for peace and quiet. But how can I bear to keep my family locked up here for the rest of their lives? I also don't want to marry someone like Zuo Qingfei. I've heard he's a scoundrel, and he thinks I'm naive and can't see his true nature. I've been thinking about how to rescue my family, but Jin Lengsui has already filled my schedule, so I have no chance to go.
Not long ago, my third uncle told me that the eldest prince of China could actually handle this, and that it would be very beneficial to China. I guess Jin Lengsui just wants to get me..." Pushing me into a pit of fire, because Zuo Qingfei already had a wife and was extremely jealous; what good would come of me entering the Zuo family? I secretly resented it, but there was nothing I could do. At this time, Jin Lengsui forced me to make a decision. If I didn't agree to the engagement, he would imprison my family on a remote, deserted island, where I would never be able to see them again. Helpless, I could only agree. But I still held onto the hope that a miracle would happen, that Zuo Qingfei wouldn't take advantage of me, and that he wouldn't do anything to me to maintain his hypocritical facade, fearing that I would expose his shameful deeds in anger. It was here that I met you, Young Master Yan.” Jin Xingye was somewhat saddened, because the future was still uncertain.
“Xingye, there's something I don't understand. You are a world-renowned master of the zither; you should know many members of the royal family. Why didn't you ask them for help?” Yan Nange found this very incomprehensible. Logically speaking, with her reputation, she should have many solutions. At the very least, she could have found a suitable nobleman as a husband and resolved the problem long ago.
“Young Master Yan, you may not know this, but I used to dislike making friends, preferring to immerse myself in music. So I didn't know many people. And when I wanted to, I always had someone following me, so I never had a chance. These past few days have been an exception, because the people who followed me were busy with other things, and Zuo Qingfei's guards are here to prevent others from seeing me. But because he pretends to give me freedom, he doesn't question what I do. Meeting you, Young Master Yan, was truly accidental. I came here because I was angry and wanted to vent my feelings, and Zuo Qingfei seemed to have something to do, which gave me the opportunity to come here,” Jin Xingye said softly, her eyes full of hope. She hoped this was a chance from heaven, and that Yan Nange could help her and her family escape their predicament.
“Xingye, do you care about the rise and fall of your family?” Yan Nange asked earnestly. Actually, he already had a plan in mind.
“Why should I care about them? Even if the family declines, they can still live a more prosperous life than ordinary people. I only care about my family,” Jin Xingye said excitedly.
"Alright, I have a way to get your family out right now, and your second uncle definitely won't dare to do anything to them. It's a bit extreme, but the effect will be the most obvious," Yan Nange said with a smile.
"Young Master Yan, please tell me, what exactly is the method?" Jin Xingye asked impatiently.
"At the Jewelry and Ornament Conference, I will announce that you are my sworn sister, and afterwards I will visit your family. At the same time, I will speak with the prince of Bohai Kingdom and open a branch of my jewelry business there. They will put pressure on your family so they won't dare to harm you," Yan Nange said with a smile.
"Brother Bai, do you really know the prince of Bohai Kingdom? Is this really a safe bet?" Jin Xingye was still somewhat doubtful. Although he was very famous, did he really have that much influence? She didn't understand these things very well. If she did, things might not be like this today.
“Xingye, you’re too naive. You don’t understand many things, which might be a good thing for a girl. But if you did, your brother would be in power in your family by now. Perhaps it’s precisely because you don’t understand these things that you’ve become a master of the zither. Actually, I have a better way to let you and your family live freely without any restrictions, but I don’t know if that’s a good thing or a bad thing for you.” Yan Nange said with a smile. In fact, he wanted this girl to live a simple life forever, giving her a peaceful world.

Chapter 279 The Prophet
: 10-21 10:19:17 Words: 2718

“What way? Brother Bai, tell me.” Jin Xingye waited for Yan Nange’s answer. Now her hopes were all on Yan Nange. She suddenly realized that she was somewhat dependent on him, although she couldn’t be sure that he could really rescue her family.
“Xingye, I see you’re a girl without much ambition. All you want is a peaceful life and a high level of musical skill. I can give you that. As long as I announce you as my wife at the jewelry auction, I guarantee no one will dare to touch you again, at least not openly threaten you like they do now. The power I can mobilize is beyond what your family can contend with. Xingye
, perhaps you don’t know, but in the eyes of all the royal families, my name is a golden signboard. Wherever I open a jewelry shop, it will flourish and bring in wealth. So, unless absolutely necessary, they will try to win me over. Therefore, I am confident that I can give you and your family your freedom. If your brother is willing, he can help me, or I can provide him with some money to start his own business. Xingye, this is our first meeting, so there’s no real feeling between us, but I believe you will be very happy with me, and with Yan’er sharing your interests, you two will get along very well.” Yan Nange looked deeply at the shy Jin Xingye, smiling as always.
"But...but we've only known each other for a short while," Jin Xingye stammered. She herself didn't understand why she hadn't called him absurd, but instead uttered such a weak and feeble sentence. It was practically an agreement; how could she have said that? Jin Xingye's face flushed crimson.
"Xingye, I don't mean to do anything to you. Actually, I think you're very innocent, and I want to protect you, to let you remain innocent, to allow your music to remain untainted by worldly concerns, and to reach a higher level. Even if I become your husband, I will give you the freedom you desire, and I can also refrain from touching you; we will only be husband and wife in name. Do you understand what I'm saying? If you do, I'll take you away in a moment. As for your family, they dare not touch them now, and they certainly won't dare to touch them in the future. They cannot bear the consequences of harming your family," Yan Nange said with a smile, but the powerful confidence in his words made Jin Xingye believe him. At the same time, it stirred something within her, a fleeting stirring of the heart.
"Well... alright then. Brother Bai, I'll listen to you." Jin Xingye felt a little dizzy as she spoke, her face burning frighteningly. She had finally placed her future and hopes on this man she had only just met; there would be no turning back.
If he helped her family gain their freedom, she would be his. If he failed to help her, she would die to atone for her family's sins.
Was this too crazy? Jin Xingye asked herself silently. But she vaguely felt her decision was right—a man who could make the determined Han Yan family, who had vowed to remain single, willing to marry him after just one meeting couldn't be a bad man. Moreover, he gave her a sense of trust and reliance. She believed he wouldn't speak carelessly about things he wasn't sure of. Forget it, she decided to stop thinking about it and let fate decide. Jin Xingye gave up on contemplation, thinking of living a carefree and comfortable life, so that even if she died, she would have done right by herself. As for her family, she could only hope to make amends to them in the next life. She hadn't even lived for herself yet, so let her life shine just once, even if only for a moment.
"Since that's the case, you and Feng'er should prepare yourselves well. I'll come to take you away this evening." Yan Nange knew the two guards of Zuo Qingfei were still outside, and he didn't want to disturb Zuo Qingfei too early, much less kill them to make them disappear, so he waited until evening to come. He believed Zuo Qingfei wouldn't dare to act recklessly.
And even if he wanted to, he couldn't now. Yan Nange's divine sense had been constantly monitoring Zuo Qingfei, knowing he lived in a nearby courtyard. In fact, from the moment Zuo Qingfei left, he had no hope of survival. At this moment, Yan Nange's Meridian-Severing Technique had taken effect; he was already feeling drowsy and was sleeping. If he hadn't encountered a divine being like Lingxi or the Fire Cloud Evil God, he would have been beyond saving. If such a divine being were to save him, then Yan Nange could only blame the injustice of fate, that the wicked don't die.
Yan Nange would keep an eye on his movements. For him, anything within five miles was within his divine sense's range, so it wasn't difficult.
Yan Nange walked confidently out of the small building. As he passed the door, the two guards lowered their heads, nearly fainting from the pressure of Yan Nange's aura, completely forgetting their master's words about making things difficult for him. In fact, Zuo Qingfei was also furious; otherwise, he would have known that with Yan Nange's skills far surpassing his own, how could those two men with only rudimentary martial arts dare to make things difficult for him? They wouldn't even have time to hide. Yan Nange
didn't linger, focusing solely on Jin Xingye's safety. He was confident that if she was in danger, he could arrive within two minutes. His next destination wasn't far from the Rugui Inn; if Yan Nange used his superior lightness skill, two minutes was already a bit of a long time—enough for a round trip.
Not far from Rugui Inn, there was only one large inn: Wanggui Inn, one of the four great inns of Black Dragon City, along with Rugui Inn. It was said that the owners of these two large inns were actually a husband and wife, a very interesting couple who liked to constantly bicker. These two were the most fiercely competitive of the four great inns in Black Dragon City, almost always at odds. Even their inn names were contradictory: one was "Welcome Home," while the other was "Want to Stay Forget to Return." But precisely because of their intense competition, their two inns were also the most successful. Yan Nange admired their business strategy; it was very clever.
"Are you Young Master Yan?" the innkeeper greeted him respectfully.
"Yes, it is I. Do you need something, sir?" Yan Nange, seeing that the innkeeper was quite old, quickly helped him up.
"It seems my old eyes are still sharp; it really is Young Master Yan. Here's the thing, a young lady asked me to give this to you if I saw you arrive." The old shopkeeper took out a letter and handed it to Yan Nange.
Yan Nange saw that the envelope was written in elegant handwriting: "To Young Master Yan Nange" and "Hua Wuse." Yan Nange's heart stirred. He hadn't expected Hua Wuse to be so intelligent, able to foresee his arrival. She was clearly no ordinary woman. This made Yan Nange even more eager to meet this talented woman—Hua Wuse, one of the three most famous guqin players in the world, known as "Dream of Three Lifetimes." Could she truly be as Han Yan had told him, as the world believed, able to know the past and future? Yan Nange smiled.

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