Cloud Shadow Chapter Two

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Bi Tianyu pulled Fang Xiayun along, running for over ten miles before slowing down. Fang Xiayun remained silent, letting Bi Tianyu pull her along until he slowed down, at which point she softly said, "I'm sorry." Spoiled and pampered, Fang Xiayun rarely apologized so humbly. She had carefully considered her own indulgence along the way before finally managing to utter an apology. Bi Tianyu looked at Fang Xiayun, who seemed to have suffered a great injustice, and asked, puzzled, "Why are you apologizing?" In his mind, Fang Xiayun's reaction was perfectly normal; he didn't see anything wrong with it. Fang Xiayun lowered her head and said, "If I hadn't provoked them, if my martial arts were a little better… you wouldn't have had to run away like this!" As she spoke, it seemed she blamed herself for all the bad things in the world.
Bi Tianyu was momentarily speechless. Seeing Fang Xiayun's eyes welling with tears, looking pitiful, he hurriedly explained, "It's not your fault. I've disliked those people for a long time. Even if you hadn't provoked them, I would have taught them a lesson. I hate bullies. As for your martial arts... that's because the enemy was too strong. Your swordsmanship is quite good..." Seeing her beloved so anxiously comforting her, Fang Xiayun couldn't hold back her tears any longer. "Ah!... Don't cry, don't cry! Wait here for a moment, I'll go find them and settle the score!" Seeing Fang Xiayun's tears, Bi Tianyu was furious and was about to draw his sword to seek revenge on the Wutian Palace's men.
Fang Xiayun tugged at Bi Tianyu's sleeve and gently shook her head. Bi Tianyu didn't understand why she was stopping him and looked at Fang Xiayun, who was wiping away her tears, with a puzzled expression. Fang Xiayun looked at Bi Tianyu's angry expression. His handsome face held a touch of childlike cuteness, and his sapphire-like eyes shimmered with a dazzling, turquoise light. She took a deep breath and pressed her full, soft lips to Bi Tianyu's. The moment their lips touched, Bi Tianyu's hands flailed as if unsure what to do, then gently wrapped around Fang Xiayun's slender waist. After a long while, their lips parted, and Fang Xiayun, blushing, whispered, "Thank you." Bi Tianyu chuckled foolishly, savoring the sweet taste of their first kiss.
Fang Xiayun lowered her head, stealing glances at Bi Tianyu's reaction, and whispered, "This is my…first kiss." Her shy expression made her already stunningly beautiful face even more alluring. Bi Tianyu was mesmerized, stammering, "Me too..." Seeing Bi Tianyu's doting affection, Fang Xiayun felt a surge of sweetness. She gave him another light kiss, her face beaming, and said, "This is an extra reward." Bi Tianyu was overjoyed. He hadn't expected the treasure hunt, which had turned into a battle, to end this way. "Wow! This reward is really great..."
Thinking about the possibility of receiving such a reward again in the future, a strange smile unconsciously appeared on his face.
Fang Xiayun asked, "Where do we go now?" Looking around, all they saw was an untouched primeval forest. They couldn't even see the path they had come from. Bi Tianyu looked completely lost. Fang Xiayun slapped her forehead and exclaimed, "Oh no! We're lost again!" Bi Tianyu nodded and said, "Yeah... I thought so too." Seeing Bi Tianyu's serious expression, as if he had finally found a solution, Fang Xiayun spread her hands, both amused and exasperated, and asked, "What do we do now?" She could only manage a wry smile at Bi Tianyu's incredible optimism. Bi Tianyu looked up at the starry sky and suddenly clapped his hands, exclaiming, "I've got it! Dad taught me to use stars to determine direction..." Fang Xiayun urged excitedly, "Then hurry up and look!" After three days in the mountains, the pampered girl was almost at her breaking point.
Bi Tianyu looked up for a long time but still didn't react. Fang Xiayun tentatively asked, "How is it?" Bi Tianyu scratched his head with an embarrassed smile, "I forgot which star to use as a reference..." Fang Xiayun trembled with anger, looking at Bi Tianyu with a mixture of annoyance and amusement, "Then why did you look for so long?" Bi Tianyu replied, "I only realized I forgot when I looked." He acted as if it wasn't his fault. Fang Xiayun seemed to give up, saying, "You... well, let's just take it one step at a time." She shook her head helplessly, and the two walked away one after the other.
Shortly after the two left, the quiet forest was pitch black. Suddenly, four people dressed entirely in black emerged from the darkness, like four shadows splitting off from the darkness. Unlike the twelve ghost messengers of Wutian Palace, these four black-clad figures had their faces wrapped in black cloth, with only their eyes showing. Moreover, each of them carried a weapon that was quite similar in style to "Murasame," but shorter and straighter.
The leader spoke up: "Proceed according to the original plan. We must retrieve 'Murasame' before the Shiranui-ryu people find them!" The other three nodded slightly and replied: "Yes!" Suddenly, they slowly melted into the darkness, as if spring ice was melting, which was very eerie. The leader stood alone in the dark forest, motionless, and muttered to himself: "Murasame... I, Kisaragi Musashi, will definitely bring you back to Kisaragi Village... Bi Tianyu... Hmph!" His figure flashed and disappeared, seemingly even faster than "Cloud Shadow".
Cloud Shadow (3)
A town near Nanchang City. Although the town was bustling during the day, at midnight, except for the gambling dens and brothels in the west of town which were still bustling with people, the whole town was completely silent, with the occasional bark of a stray dog. Bi Tianyu and Fang Xiayun stayed in two adjacent rooms in the largest inn in town. In the dead of night, just as Bi Tianyu was preparing to practice his martial arts and rest in his unique way, there was a knock on the door. He opened it to find Fang Xiayun and quickly invited her in. Fang Xiayun sat side by side on the edge of the bed with Bi Tianyu. As if burdened by a major problem, she began, "Brother Yu, I have a question that's been on my mind for a long time, and I haven't known how to bring it up..." Seeing her expression, Bi Tianyu thought, "Here it comes, finally..." He asked calmly, "What is it?"
Fang Xiayun asked with lightning speed, "Do you have any money on you?" It turned out that since they met, Fang Xiayun had paid for everything that required money. Spoiled since childhood, she naturally wouldn't care about such trivial matters. However, as time went on, her silver dwindled, and this silly boy still showed no intention of sharing the bill. She grew increasingly anxious. If the most beautiful woman in Jiangnan didn't have money to pay, and word got out, she could forget about living in the martial arts world. "Oh, it's this. You made me nervous," Bi Tianyu said, deflated like a punctured balloon. "Yes, I do," he said, taking out a few silver ingots from his pocket.
Seeing Bi Tianyu's disappointed look, Fang Xiayun suddenly realized something, her pretty face flushing red. She pushed Bi Tianyu away, laughing and scolding, "You lecherous boy, what are you thinking! Getting back to the point, don't you think our lodgings are getting worse and worse, and the food is getting rotten? I'm almost out of money, I'll have to rely on you from now on." Looking at the few taels of silver she had left, Bi Tianyu said with difficulty, "I'm almost out of money too, what should I do..." Fang Xiayun said, "That's your problem. Remember, if we don't get some money soon, we'll have to sleep in a dilapidated temple. Can you bear to let me sleep in a dilapidated temple?" After saying that, she went back to her room.
Bi Tianyu was alone in his room, thinking hard. "Where can I get money? My master didn't teach me, and I don't have any capital to do business now. What should I do?" He picked up the 'Muramasa' and
said, "Let's go out for a walk." As soon as Bi Tianyu left the inn, the four men in black appeared silently on the roof. Ruyue Musashi said in a deep voice, "Proceed as planned." The three nodded at the same time. The Kisaragi School dispatched its four strongest ninjas this time, determined to retrieve "Muramasa." Kisaragi Musashi, the true successor of the Kisaragi School's ninjutsu, possessed unpredictable and difficult-to-defend ninjutsu skills. The three, completely shrouded in black, silently approached Fang Xiayun's window under the cover of darkness. One of them took out a short bamboo tube from his robes, quietly inserted it into the window crack, and blew on it. Fang Xiayun was lying in bed preparing to sleep when she suddenly felt a strong wave of drowsiness wash over her. A warning flashed through her mind, "Sleeping incense! Not good..." She managed to stay awake for a moment, but eventually drifted off into a deep sleep. Two black-clad ninjas nimbly pushed open the window and climbed into the room, moving silently and effortlessly. With a quick lift of their heads and feet, they lifted Fang Xiayun up, leaving a note on the bed. The four of them moved like shadows, carrying Fang Xiayun, yet still moving with incredible speed and stealth, disappearing swiftly and silently.
Bi Tianyu walked alone on the deserted, quiet street. As he walked, he came to the entrance of the casino in the west of the town. Just as he was anxiously wondering where to make money, he heard a familiar sound, "Ding..." "Isn't this the dice that my master always taught me to play!" Like a drowning man grabbing onto the weeds on the shore, a smile appeared on his face, and he strode into the casino.
The burly man guarding the gambling den blocked Bi Tianyu's way, snarling, "This isn't a place for kids! Get out of here!" Bi Tianyu ignored him, flashing the dozen or so taels of silver he carried, and said, "I'm here to gamble. Can I come in?" The burly man, assuming it was another spendthrift, didn't stop him.
Upon entering the gambling den, he saw a crowd engrossed in their games, some playing mahjong, others dominoes, each face displaying a mixture of focus, tension, and excitement.
Bi Tianyu went to the dice table, the only game he played. He observed for a few rounds to see if the dealer was cheating, and after confirming they weren't, he listened carefully to the rolling dice, trying to discern the numbers. What might be difficult for an ordinary person was a piece of cake for Bi Tianyu. Fifteen taels of silver, won five times in a row, grew to four hundred and eighty taels. Bi Tianyu felt this was enough. He exchanged it for four one-hundred-tael silver notes at the casino, and following the rules taught to him by Bi Canhua, he rewarded the casino staff with several dozen taels of silver. He returned to the inn easily. With
the problem solved, Bi Tianyu happily went to Fang Xiayun's room, anticipating her reward. He knocked on the door and said, "Sister Yun, good news!" After waiting a while, there was no response. A sense of foreboding washed over him. He pushed open the door and found Fang Xiayun had vanished. Only a note remained on the bed, bearing the short words: "Ten miles east of the town, a knife for a person." It was signed with a crescent moon. "A knife for a person… could it be that she wants my 'Village Rain'!" Looking at the empty room, Fang Xiayun's sword still hanging by the bedside, he thought, "Saving lives is the priority!" He picked up Fang Xiayun's sword, slung it over his shoulder, and, carrying 'Village Rain,' went to the appointment.
Ten miles east of the town was a small hill covered with trees. Fang Xiayun was tied to the trunk of a large tree, her wrists bound by two ropes and suspended in mid-air. Her feet were also fixed to the ground. Her long, lustrous black hair was tied into a bundle and attached to a rope. With her hands, feet, and hair all bound, Fang Xiayun was completely immobilized. Four ninjas of the Moonlit School lined up, blocking the only forest path leading up the hill. By this time, the sleeping incense had worn off. As soon as Fang Xiayun woke up, she cursed, "Let me go! Using such despicable tricks, aren't you afraid of being ridiculed by all the heroes of the world? Waaah..." Before she could finish cursing, a steamed bun was stuffed into her mouth. Still unwilling to give up, she continued to whine and whimper, refusing to submit easily.
The moon was bright and the stars were few. Under the pale moonlight, Bi Tianyu appeared on the only forest path leading up the hill. Fang Xiayun saw Bi Tianyu approaching from afar and began to wail incoherently, "Waaaaah...waaaaah...waaaaah. (Oh...my brother Yu is here...you're doomed!)" Bi Tianyu also saw Fang Xiayun bound hand and foot and said in a deep voice, "I brought the knife, release her first." He raised the 'Muramasa' sword in his left hand. Ruyue Musashi said, "Hand over the knife first, then release her." Bi Tianyu didn't waste any words, "Alright! I hope you keep your word, here you go!" He tossed the 'Muramasa' sword over. The tall and slender Ruyue Musashi, with his long arms, caught the sword with one hand and eagerly drew it out to examine it closely.
Seeing that the other party seemed unwilling to release the person, Bi Tianyu slowly gripped the hilt of his sword with his right hand and said, "Here's the sword, release the person now!" As if lost in thought, Ruyue Musashi gently stroked the blade of 'Murasame,' speaking with the tenderness of a lover, "Murasame...you're finally back in the hands of the Ruyue School...kill him!" The last sentence was addressed to the three ninjas. These three Ruyue School ninja masters attacked Bi Tianyu from three different directions—top, middle, and bottom. While they appeared to attack simultaneously, they were actually working in sequence. If Bi Tianyu miscalculated, he would be instantly killed. Concerned for Fang Xiayun's safety, Bi Tianyu was unwilling to linger. Seeing his opponents split into three groups, he drew his sword and threw it towards the top. With a kick that kicked up a cloud of dust, 'Cloud Shadow' charged into the three-man formation.
Just now, Bi Tianyu threw his sword away immediately after drawing it, abandoning his only weapon. This caught the three ninjas off guard, and their original battle plan was completely disrupted. Their combined attack turned into one-on-one battles with Bi Tianyu, which greatly reduced its power. In addition, they misjudged the speed of "Cloud Shadow" and Bi Tianyu's unrealistic sandstorm attack, which allowed Bi Tianyu to take advantage of their weakness. The ninja on the top lane was forced to dodge the longsword hastily, barely able to defend himself. The ninja on the bottom lane had his vision obscured by sand, and Bi Tianyu leaped over his head, delivering a kick in the process. Using the force of the kick, he leaped into the air again, attacking the lone ninja in the middle lane from above. In a one-on-one situation, Bi Tianyu was practically certain of victory. He changed positions seven times in mid-air, unleashing a series of seven kicks. The ninja in the middle lane frantically tried to block, but Bi Tianyu's impressive seven kicks were all feints. By the time he realized the danger, Bi Tianyu had already struck his left shoulder blade with a chop, the sound of breaking bones echoing loudly in the quiet night. After a brief clash, three Ruyueliu ninjas staggered back. Bi Tianyu stood proudly in the center, the sword he had just thrown landing diagonally in the ground, gleaming with a cold light, as if lamenting that he hadn't had the chance to display his full potential. Slowly drawing his longsword, Bi Tianyu glanced at Ruyue Musashi and said coldly, "It's your turn."
Cloud Shadow (4)
The moon was bright and the stars were few. The silent hills were filled with the ongoing battle. Bi Tianyu carefully examined the longsword in his hand. It had two blades, about two fingers wide and three and a half feet long, which was completely different from the thin and narrow swords of his homeland. Since his master gave him the "Murasame", he had been practicing the "Cloud Shadow" diligently and thinking about how to integrate the sword technique into his footwork to achieve a complementary effect. The "Murasame" had never left his side. Now, forced by circumstances, he had to give up the "Murasame". Bi Tianyu hurriedly thought of a solution.
Bi Canhua did not teach him the sword technique, but only taught him the internal energy cultivation method and the unparalleled lightness skill "Cloud Shadow". All of Bi Tianyu's martial arts were based on the "Murasame" and the unparalleled lightness skill. The "Murasame" had fallen into the enemy's hands. Now, his only weapon was the longsword in his hand. Bi Tianyu racked his brains, trying to recall the strongest sword technique he remembered. "The Fang Family Sword that Sister Yun used against Zeng Bufan was no good! As Zeng Bufan said, the Fang Family Sword is indeed doomed against a master. But apart from that battle, I have absolutely no idea how to use this sword..."
Ruyue Musashi said in a low voice, "Bi Tianyu... this is a good opportunity for me, Ruyue Musashi, to test the power of 'Muramasa'!" He gripped the hilt of his sword with both hands, leaned forward slightly, and prepared to strike. Having witnessed Bi Tianyu's fight against the three strongest ninjas of the Ruyue School, Ruyue Musashi realized that his initial assessment of 'Cloud Shadow Phantom' was wildly wrong. Although his own Ruyue School ninjutsu was incredibly fast, it was still half a step behind Bi Tianyu's full-force 'Cloud Shadow Phantom'. Forced to abandon his original idea of using speed to counter speed, he opted for this method of using stillness to control movement and clumsiness to overcome skill.
Kisaragi Musashi's powerful aura subtly enveloped Bi Tianyu. Seeing his opponent's momentum steadily rising, Bi Tianyu still couldn't devise a fighting strategy. Without "Murasame," Bi Tianyu was like a snake without its fangs, completely incapable of combat. Driven by the momentum, Kisaragi Musashi struck first, his long blade transforming into a streak of light, slashing diagonally at Bi Tianyu without any fancy moves. With no time to think, Bi Tianyu used his sword technique to parry. "Clang!" The swords clashed, sparks flying, and both retreated to examine their weapons. Kisaragi Musashi's "Murasame" was unharmed, while Bi Tianyu's sword had a chipped edge. Their skill was evenly matched, but the superiority of their weapons was immediately apparent.
Kisaragi Musashi pressed her advantage, unleashing the full force of "Murasame," each move wide and sweeping, forcing Bi Tianyu to parry directly. The clash of weapons continued unabated. As Yue Musashi pressed forward relentlessly, Bi Tianyu's swift movements proved useless. He dodged left and right, looking utterly disheveled, his sword occasionally parrying Murasame's attacks. With each clash, a corner of Bi Tianyu's sword was chipped away. In no time, his sword was riddled with wounds, a gruesome sight. The sparks from the clashing blades were particularly conspicuous in the night. Suddenly, Bi Tianyu flung a long, drawn-out "hidden weapon." Yue Musashi, unaware of its purpose, momentarily avoided its edge, his blade momentarily slowing.
In the life-or-death struggle, Bi Tianyu suddenly thought of something, but it was vague and uncertain. He tossed the scabbard from his back, buying himself a brief moment to think. The sparks from the previous clashes had given Bi Tianyu a vague idea. Looking at his tattered sword, he made a snap decision: "Let's give it a try!" With a muffled groan, he thrust his sword forward again. After a round of fighting, Kisaragi Musashi knew that Bi Tianyu was not proficient in swordsmanship. His doubts were dispelled. He dodged the scabbard and watched as Bi Tianyu used swordsmanship to wield a saber, slashing fiercely at him. With a disdainful chuckle, Kisaragi Musashi unleashed the village's treasured sword, "Murasame," once again with a sharp strike.
Upon seeing the opponent's fierce sword strike, Bi Tianyu changed his charging momentum, unleashing a rapid, circling maneuver centered on Ruyue Musashi. His previously unrestrained "swordplay" was withdrawn, only occasionally drawing his sword during dodges and leaps, using his superior speed to gain an advantage. In the blink of an eye, dozens of moves had passed, yet their weapons had never clashed. Ruyue Musashi controlled the majority of the offensive, while Bi Tianyu could only defend seven-tenths and attack three-tenths, constantly dodging, his sporadic attacks posing no threat whatsoever to Ruyue Musashi. Ruyue Musashi, who held a clear advantage, suddenly realized that although Bi Tianyu was at a disadvantage, his expression remained unchanged, and his attacks were calm. "Could he still have a secret technique he hasn't used?" The martial arts of the Central Plains were unfathomable and their reputation had already spread far and wide. To avoid any unforeseen complications, Ruyue Musashi decided to end the battle quickly.
While fighting, Bi Tianyu observed the situation. Fang Xiayun was tied up on the hilltop, with three ninjas flanking between him and Fang Xiayun. If he could defeat Kisaragi Musashi, the primary problem was how to get past the three ninjas. Suddenly, the pressure eased, and Kisaragi Musashi sheathed his sword. Bi Tianyu stared intently at him, remaining vigilant, awaiting his next move. Kisaragi Musashi slowly tied "Murasame" to his waist, pulled down the black mask covering his face with his left hand, revealing a cold, expressionless face, and said in a deep voice, "Breach of contract and breach of trust were not my intentions. To achieve one's goals, any means necessary is the principle of a ninja. Bi Tianyu... you are the strongest opponent I have ever encountered. It's a pity... I cannot have a fair fight with you. After you die, she will not be harmed in any way. I guarantee you this with my honor as a warrior." He pointed at Fang Xiayun.
Bi Tianyu knew he was about to unleash his ultimate move, and calmly said, "I never believe the promises of my enemies. I will definitely save the person, and I will definitely take back the sword." His calm voice revealed powerful confidence. A slight smile appeared on Kisaragi Musashi's cold face as he instantly charged towards Bi Tianyu, covering the two-zhang distance in the blink of an eye, his 'Murasame' still unsheathed. Bi Tianyu raised his right arm, his already scarred sword pointing directly at Kisaragi Musashi's brow. Kisaragi Musashi closed in on Bi Tianyu, shouting, "Secret Technique: Lonely Moon!" Murasame was finally drawn again, slicing through the dark night, reflecting the faint moonlight, transforming into an inverted crescent moon. At the same time, a thought flashed through Bi Tianyu's mind, and he charged forward with 'Cloud Shadow'.
"Clang!" The long-absent sound of swords clashing rang out. The two switched positions in an instant, Bi Tianyu now facing away from the tree where Fang Xiayun was tied. They remained still for a moment, then Bi Tianyu collapsed to the ground, a piece of his sword broken in his hand. Fang Xiayun had been watching the situation unfold. When Bi Tianyu easily defeated the three ninjas, she was convinced the crisis was over. However, Ruyue Musashi's astonishing strength forced Bi Tianyu, who was using an unsuitable weapon, into a fierce battle, making her extremely nervous. When Ruyue Musashi used her Japanese swordsmanship, it looked to her like a crescent moon slicing across Bi Tianyu's body. A wave of despair washed over her, and tears streamed down her face like broken pearls as she wept silently.
Ruyue Musashi slowly sheathed her sword, seemingly talking to herself, "I will keep my promise to you. Go in peace." Unexpectedly, Bi Tianyu used his broken sword to support himself as he stood up again. After coughing up blood, he pretended to be relaxed and said, "Hey, hey, hey... that Ruyue thing... I'm not dead yet." He then coughed up blood again. "You survived my ultimate technique!" exclaimed Kisaragi Musashi in surprise.
Bi Tianyu, struggling, replied, "Hehe... I'm in pretty bad shape now, I'll be bedridden for... two or three months. But... now your trump card is gone... cough cough..." Kisaragi Musashi turned to look at where Fang Xiayun was bound... except for a tuft of hair and a broken sword nailed to a tree trunk, she was nowhere to be seen.
At that moment, Fang Xiayun appeared at the bottom of the slope, rushing to Bi Tianyu's side. Her disheveled hair betrayed her anxiety. Her tension was palpable as she anxiously asked, "Yu! How are you injured?" Seeing the deep, bone-revealing wound on Bi Tianyu's body, a slash from his right ribs down to his left shoulder, tears welled up in her eyes. Bi Tianyu put his left arm around Fang Xiayun's shoulder and whispered a few words in her ear. Fang Xiayun shook her head repeatedly, insisting, "How can I leave now?" Her expression was resolute. Bi Tianyu whispered a few more words in her ear. Fang Xiayun glanced at him suspiciously at first, then turned and left without a word.
Bi Tianyu wore a strange smile and said easily, "Now I can go all out..." He touched his wound with his left hand, staining it with his own blood, his eyes vacant but fixed on his left palm.
Ruyue Musashi dismissed his three subordinates, gripping 'Muramasa' and waiting for Bi Tianyu's next move. He also wanted to see what tricks the heavily injured Bi Tianyu would use to turn the tide. At this moment, Bi Tianyu's azure eyes gradually turned red, and the strange smile on his face changed, replaced by a crazed, wild smile. "Hehe...haha...ahhhhh!" A sharp shriek, exceeding the limits of 'Cloud Shadow Phantom' at high speed, accompanied by a whistling wind, the broken sword transformed into a white light, striking Ruyue Musashi like lightning.
The same move, a different result. With a clang, the sword in Bi Tianyu's hand shattered into pieces, leaving only the hilt. Ruyue Musashi's "Murasame" slipped from his grasp, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth. He staggered backward, falling several steps before collapsing to the ground with a loud "Wah..." Blood finally spilled out.
Ruyue Musashi stammered, "Bi...Tianyu...Murasame will stay with you a little longer..." He tossed down a black pill, which emitted a dazzling light, and vanished in an instant, leaving only a pool of blood.
Bi Tianyu, having lost his target, howled wildly to the sky, like a wolf howling under the moonlight.
Following Bi Tianyu's instructions, Fang Xiayun retreated a mile away and waited for about half an incense stick's time. Half an incense stick was the limit for continuously casting "Bloodthirsty Demon Flame"; if the technique wasn't stopped within that time, the user would never regain consciousness until exhaustion and death. Fang Xiayun rushed back to the hillside and saw Bi Tianyu lying on his back in a starfish shape, motionless. This was quite a shock. Fang Xiayun pressed Bi Tianyu's acupoints to stop the bleeding and found that his breathing was slow but long, as if he were asleep. She bandaged his wounds and carried Bi Tianyu, who was slightly shorter than her, away from the place.
Asuka Musashi was suffering from serious internal injuries. Bi Tianyu's power suddenly increased by nearly three times, which was unexpected. In the fierce battle, although the fierce force was mostly dissipated by the "Village Rain" and retreating seven steps, he still suffered considerable internal injuries. After reuniting with his subordinates, he ordered, "Let's go back to Asuka Village."
After saying that, he could no longer hold on and fainted.
Cloud Shadow (5)
At dusk, on a small boat on the Gan River, Bi Tianyu was concentrating on practicing his internal energy. Three months had passed since the battle with Asuka Musashi, and the wound on his body had long since scabbed over, leaving only a thin red line. During these three months, Fang Xiayun took meticulous care of Bi Tianyu, and their relationship was rapidly blossoming. Fang Xiayun sat beside him, quietly watching Bi Tianyu meditate with his eyes closed, her mind replaying their first encounter and Bi Tianyu's deep affection for her… After a moment, Bi Tianyu let out a long breath and opened his eyes. Fang Xiayun asked, "How are you?" Bi Tianyu shrugged and shook his head.
Since Bi Tianyu awoke from his half-month coma, all the martial arts skills he had painstakingly cultivated day and night for ten years had suddenly vanished without a trace. He didn't know this was a side effect of the 'Bloodthirsty Demon Flame.' When Bi Canhua taught him this move before she knew she was dying, she only told him not to use it unless it was a life-or-death situation, without explaining in detail that the price would be losing half a year's worth of martial arts. Bi Tianyu thought, "What if I lose all my martial arts skills…?" From a once unparalleled master of martial arts to a frail and weak young man, the bitterness was indescribable. Although he was an incredibly optimistic person, unfazed by any major upheaval, Bi Tianyu couldn't hide his disappointment. However, he always pretended to be nonchalant and indifferent in front of Fang Xiayun.
Fang Xiayun, though lively and outgoing, had a delicate inner world and saw through his facade. She knew Bi Tianyu was faking his indifference; in reality, he cared more than anyone else. An urge to cry welled up, and Fang Xiayun turned away, forcing a smile, saying, "Really? Haha... Then I'll protect you from now on..." She didn't want Bi Tianyu to see her cry, didn't want his efforts to be in vain. Bi Tianyu sat by the window, gazing at the slowly passing scenery. He wanted to say something, but couldn't bring himself to speak in the current situation. Both of them cared so much for each other, yet were helpless in this predicament, falling into an unbearable silence... Finally, Bi Tianyu broke the ice, saying, "Sister Yun, I'm going fishing..." and walked towards the stern of the boat.
Fang Xiayun lowered her head, silent. Bi Tianyu, holding a fishing rod, sat at the stern, his eyes fixed on the ripples on the water, neither happy nor sad, his mind blank. Suddenly, the rod tip bent downwards; a fish had taken the bait. Just as Bi Tianyu was about to lift the rod, a sudden force pulled, and the rod slipped from his grasp and fell to the riverbed. Bi Tianyu looked down at his hands, examining them closely. His hands were still the same, so why could he now not even hold a fishing rod? An unbearable surge of anger welled up inside him. Bi Tianyu clenched his fists so tightly that his fingernails pricked him without him even realizing it. He
slammed his fist heavily against the hull of the boat. A dull thud followed, and a piercing pain slightly lessened the boundless resentment in his heart. In the past, such a powerful blow would have been enough to pierce through the thin planks of this small boat. At this thought, he felt utterly hopeless and sighed dejectedly.
Fang Xiayun had witnessed everything, and seeing the once confident and vibrant Bi Tianyu reduced to this state filled her with self-reproach. She quietly approached Bi Tianyu from behind, gently embracing him and whispering in his ear, "Don't worry too much... You can start practicing your skills again from scratch. You're still young, even in ten years you'll only be in your twenties, and I'll... always... be with you." Bi Tianyu turned around, tightly embracing Fang Xiayun's delicate body, and nodded helplessly.
The two young people, their bodies in complete physical contact, and being lovers deeply in love, naturally met. Fang Xiayun closed her eyes, and Bi Tianyu's lips slowly pressed against her rosy lips. They kissed, feeling the deep emotions between them. Suddenly, Bi Tianyu longed to taste Fang Xiayun's warm, fragrant tongue; perhaps driven by his personality, the thought immediately became a reality. Lost in the depths of their kiss, Fang Xiayun was startled by Bi Tianyu's tongue, but quickly fell in love with the feeling, reciprocating with him in a passionate, lingering kiss.
Bi Tianyu's mind was filled with the initial awe he felt upon first seeing Fang Xiayun; now, this beautiful woman was passionately kissing him, and he couldn't help but want to take it further. His hands roamed over Fang Xiayun's back, gradually sliding down to her firm, full buttocks, feeling their soft elasticity with his fingers. Fang Xiayun also felt his increasingly unruly hands moving over her back. When he lightly pinched her buttocks with his fingers, the unprecedented sensation caused her to involuntarily lift her heel, pressing her entire body against Bi Tianyu's. Her high, firm breasts were squeezed together, their nipples slowly hardening.
Bi Tianyu began to untie Fang Xiayun's clothes, and the two, still kissing, entered the cabin. Bi Tianyu gently led Fang Xiayun to lie down. By this time, her outer robe had already been removed by Bi Tianyu, and her skirt had slipped down to her knees, leaving her barely clothed and incredibly beautiful. Only then did they part their lips. Bi Tianyu wanted to kiss every part of Fang Xiayun's body, from her lips to her cheeks, then down her neck, kissing her firm breasts that were encased in a peach-colored bodice. The bodice, which had been in the way, was also removed by Bi Tianyu, and Fang Xiayun's flawless upper body was completely exposed to Bi Tianyu's eyes and hands. Like a child who loves candy, Bi Tianyu licked and sucked her breasts like candied hawthorns, occasionally gently biting her pale pink nipples, teasing Fang Xiayun until her whole body went limp and she let out soft moans.
Bi Tianyu continued his grand plan of kissing Fang Xiayun's entire body, reluctantly leaving her firm and elastic breasts, and kissing her flat, fat-free abdomen. His tongue, like a calligrapher's stroke, roamed freely, until suddenly it struck a hollow, Fang Xiayun's small navel also suffering its fate.
Bi Tianyu's unrestrained tongue made Fang Xiayun giggle, "It tickles..." Bi Tianyu continued his exploration, removing the last vestige of clothing from Fang Xiayun's body. The mysterious garden hidden deep within the dark pubic hair—this was the third time Bi Tianyu had seen it, yet it still shocked him just as much.
After a slight hesitation, Bi Tianyu kissed the dark pubic hair, his nose sweeping across the disheveled pubic hair. Fang Xiayun pressed her thighs tightly together, whispering, "No... there... no... dirty... ah." Bi Tianyu roughly parted her snow-white thighs, and Fang Xiayun turned her head to the side, letting him do as he pleased. The mysterious flower, hidden deep within, secreted a small amount of nectar after Bi Tianyu's frantic kisses on its owner, shimmering with a moist sheen. This was the first time Bi Tianyu had observed a woman's body so closely. Curious, he gently touched the petals. Fang Xiayun immediately raised her chin, letting out a seductive, soul-stirring moan: "Ah... um." Bi Tianyu's fingers felt the moisture on the petals, noticing they were gradually hardening. Sliding between Fang Xiayun's legs, Bi Tianyu discovered that the small beads at the tips of the petals were the most sensitive. A gentle touch caused Fang Xiayun to sigh and gasp softly. Having found his target, Bi Tianyu kissed it again, teasing the pearl with his tongue. Fang Xiayun's moans became more frequent and louder. Bi Tianyu recalled the scene by the pool in Wuyi Mountain. He clenched his right fist, extended his middle finger, and slowly inserted it into the center of the petal. It entered the cavity without any resistance and began to probe and dig. By this time, Fang Xiayun was already in a frenzy, emitting incoherent shouts and moans. After some activity, Bi Tianyu made a new discovery: Fang Xiayun reacted best when stimulated at the upper part of the cave.
After another round of teasing, Fang Xiayun trembled all over and let out several high-pitched screams.
Bi Tianyu felt quite comfortable with his fingers being gripped by the cave walls and continued his movements. With Bi Tianyu's constant caresses and kneading, Fang Xiayun repeatedly reached the peak of pleasure, until she drifted off to sleep. Bi Tianyu grew up in a family of seafarers, surrounded only by sailors, and his master, Bi Canhua, had warned him to be careful around women. He had grown up without knowing how to do "that kind of thing," letting a great opportunity slip by, only feeling an unbearable swelling in his groin.
He helped Fang Xiayun put on some clothes to cover her body and went to the stern of the boat to get some fresh air. He couldn't sleep that night and sat at the stern, trying his best to circulate his internal energy. The energy that had disappeared was gradually accumulating again. However, when he reached half of his original energy, no matter how hard Bi Tianyu tried, his energy stagnated. But compared to completely losing his martial arts, this made Bi Tianyu very happy. On a whim, he casually threw a plank at the bow of the boat. The plank flew away in a straight line. He used his 'Cloud Shadow' movement technique and reached out to grab it, but he was still a little short of reaching it. The plank fell into the water, but Bi Tianyu didn't care at all. If he guessed correctly, he could recover his energy in three months.
Cloud Shadow (6)
Nanchang City, the largest city on the shore of Poyang Lake. At this time, the news that Fang Xiayun, the "Double Beauty" of Jiangnan, had a handsome protector had already spread throughout the martial arts world. Although the man wasn't quite as handsome as one might imagine, matching the most beautiful woman in Jiangnan, he carried a long sword, exuding pride and a relaxed demeanor, suggesting he possessed exceptional skills. Many lecherous men coveted Fang Xiayun, but none dared to attempt it. It was said that even the 18th-ranked "Ordinary Person" on the Black List couldn't withstand a single move from that young man; not many possessed such formidable martial arts. Before daring to touch Fang Xiayun, they'd better assess their own strength.
The two had spent the entire day sightseeing and, after nightfall, lodged at the Changlong Inn, the largest inn in Nanchang. Just as Bi Tianyu was deciding whether to stay in a double room or two single rooms, Fang Xiayun secretly winked, unnoticed. Knowing this, Bi Tianyu tactfully asked for two rooms. Since they would be sleeping separately, no one else would know. Sharing a room openly was still somewhat difficult for Fang Xiayun to accept.
Late at night, Fang Xiayun and Bi Tianyu sat side-by-side on the edge of the bed, the atmosphere somewhat strange. Fang Xiayun's face flushed red as she hesitated, wanting to speak but holding back. Bi Tianyu enjoyed the quiet moment with his beloved beauty, inhaling the faint fragrance of Fang Xiayun's hair. He didn't want to ask for anything more; for him, simply sitting quietly was enough. Fang Xiayun mustered her courage and asked, "Yu..." Ever since Bi Tianyu was seriously injured for her sake, she had started calling him that. Bi Tianyu responded with a casual "Mm," as he was intently inhaling the fragrance of Fang Xiayun's hair.
Fang Xiayun spoke to him in the tone of someone treating a patient, "Yu, if you have any unspeakable difficulties, tell me. It's okay. No matter the situation, we can work together to find a solution. We can definitely resolve it..." After a passionate night on the small boat, she couldn't imagine a man being able to pull back from the brink under such circumstances. She assumed Bi Tianyu must be disabled to act this way. Bi Tianyu asked, bewildered, "What unspeakable difficulties?" In fact, he didn't know what those four words meant, which was why he asked. Fang Xiayun misunderstood him, thinking he was pretending, and comforted him, "Yu, you don't need to lie to me. Even if we can't be husband and wife, we can still be siblings."
Bi Tianyu was even more confused: "I didn't lie to you. What exactly are you trying to say? What do you mean by 'unspeakable secret'?" Fang Xiayun carefully explained her thoughts. Bi Tianyu scratched his head and said, "I don't think I have any illness. What does 'impotence' mean?" Fang Xiayun suddenly realized, "This clueless boy, he doesn't know anything. He scared me..." She scolded him slightly, "It doesn't mean anything, don't worry about it." She gently nudged Bi Tianyu with her elbow and whispered, "That night... on the boat... we only did half of it... there's still the most important thing... the ceremony we didn't do. I think... let's complete this ceremony now!" She took the initiative to kiss Bi Tianyu's lips.
Although Bi Tianyu didn't know what had happened, he knew that such things didn't need to be taught. He naturally lay down on the bed with Fang Xiayun, thinking, "So there was more to it. No wonder I felt so uncomfortable that day, it wasn't real at all..." Despite his thoughts, his hands didn't hesitate. Through her clothes, he touched Fang Xiayun's firm breasts, gently kneading them. "Sister Yun's breasts are so big, so firm and perky." Fang Xiayun gently touched Bi Tianyu's area with her thigh, sensing the unusual change, and thought, "It's alright, it's normal." Casting aside her doubts, she offered her tongue, engaging in a passionate kiss with Bi Tianyu.
The two embraced on the single bed, kissing each other passionately. After a long while, Fang Xiayun felt breathless and gently pushed Bi Tianyu away, panting slightly. Seeing Bi Tianyu looking at her with a half-smile, Fang Xiayun blushed, stood up, walked to the bedside, and softly said, "Watch carefully." She began to slowly remove her clothes. As she bent down to remove the last layer of clothing, Bi Tianyu swallowed hard, almost drooling. Fang Xiayun's flawless, breathtakingly white body was now naked before Bi Tianyu's eyes.
Fang Xiayun carefully observed Bi Tianyu's reaction, a satisfied smile on her face. Bi Tianyu praised, "Sister Yun, you are truly beautiful." Fang Xiayun smiled sweetly, gently returned to the bed, and began to help Bi Tianyu undress. In no time, Bi Tianyu was completely naked. The two sat facing each other. Seeing a man's penis for the first time, Fang Xiayun couldn't help but feel a little nervous. "How could it be so…?" she wondered, reaching out her slender hand to gently touch it. Bi Tianyu shuddered as if electrocuted, an unprecedented sensation rushing to his head. "How strange, Sister Yun's hand only touched there, and I felt like I needed to pee, I almost couldn't hold it in."
Seeing Bi Tianyu's comfortable expression, Fang Xiayun boldly grasped his iron-like penis and gently rubbed it. Looking at Fang Xiayun's blushing face, Bi Tianyu leaned forward, and their lips met again. Bi Tianyu gently pushed Fang Xiayun down, one hand on each side, gently kneading her firm breasts, following the curve of her breasts, lifting her snow-white peaks from bottom to top. Stimulated by Bi Tianyu, her pale pink nipples gradually hardened. Waves of pleasure surged from her lower body, and Bi Tianyu thrust forcefully, forgetting himself. Fang Xiayun let out a muffled groan, a mixture of pain and pleasure.
Bi Tianyu shifted his position, leaving Fang Xiayun's cherry lips and kissing her right breast. His right hand slid to Fang Xiayun's dark triangle, gently probing the entrance. The flower was already budding, wet and glistening. Just as Bi Tianyu was about to use his previous finger technique, Fang Xiayun grabbed his hand, her eyes filled with desire, and whispered, "Don't use your hand this time..." She led Bi Tianyu to lie on top of her, guiding his penis towards the target with her hand, saying, "Yu, be gentle..." Bi Tianyu braced himself on the bed with both hands and slightly arched his back. The tip was already inside her. He watched Fang Xiayun close her eyes and furrow her brow slightly, pausing for a moment until her brow relaxed before continuing to penetrate.
Slowly, Bi Tianyu had entered halfway. A surge of desire came from his lower abdomen. Without thinking twice, he thrust his hips forward and plunged the entire length into her cave. Fang Xiayun groaned in pain. Hearing the painful groans, Bi Tianyu stopped and asked, "Sister Yun, what's wrong? Does it hurt a lot?" Fang Xiayun gritted her teeth, enduring the tearing pain. Seeing her suffering, Bi Tianyu dared not move again. After a while, Fang Xiayun felt the pain less intense and whispered, "Yu, now you can try moving a little..."
Bi Tianyu slowly withdrew, then slowly inserted again, repeating this motion. Fang Xiayun felt waves of pleasure emanating from her private parts, growing stronger and stronger. The slight pain was long forgotten; she bit her lower lip tightly, enduring the pain without making a sound. Bi Tianyu's thrusting speed gradually increased, each stroke deeply stimulating Fang Xiayun's virginity. Overwhelmed by waves of pleasurable sensations, Fang Xiayun forgot she was in an inn and began to moan and groan ecstatically. Bi Tianyu increased the speed to the limit, continuing his movements. Fang Xiayun trembled, her voice muffled, her arms tightly embracing Bi Tianyu as she reached her climax. Bi Tianyu felt a ripple in the cave wall, an unprecedented impulse rose from his lower abdomen, a spasm, and he couldn't help but ejaculate thick white semen.
The two lay panting on the bed. Bi Tianyu propped his head up with his left hand, looking at Fang Xiayun's beautiful face as she closed her eyes to savor the taste of orgasm. He thought about how lucky he was and gently kissed her cheek. Fang Xiayun opened her eyes, her pretty face with an ambiguous smile, and asked, "How was it?" Bi Tianyu gave her a deep kiss on her cherry lips instead of answering.
The Cloud Shadow (7)
Black List, a ranking list that the White Daoists fear and the Black Daoists admire. As long as someone challenges, the Black List members are obligated to fight back. After winning, they can replace the original ranking. After several rounds of elimination, only a handful can stand out and remain unshaken. Yan Wuhou is recognized as the strongest master to appear after the establishment of the Black List. He is also the only person to directly challenge the top spot and win. He is also the first person who has been unchallenged for twenty years since he took the top spot. He single-handedly founded the Wutian Palace, becoming the undisputed leader of the underworld. In recent years, he has lived a secluded life, significantly reducing his overt influence in the martial arts world. Taking advantage of this, the Longyou Gang, the Yangtze River Alliance,
and the Tianfu Gate have risen to prominence, forming a delicate three-way balance of power. The Longyou Gang, headquartered in the bustling city of Luoyang, dominates the region with its business acumen and formidable martial prowess. Its leader, "Cloud Piercing Dragon" He Tanqing, is ranked seventh on the blacklist for his unpredictable Cloud Piercing Arrow and the "Nine Manifestations of Cloud Dragon," widely considered the best light-footed skill in the martial arts world for the past decade. The Yangtze River Alliance monopolizes Yangtze River shipping. Its headquarters is a massive warship, the "River-Turning Dragon," and its main income comes from smuggling salt and protection money from shops along the Yangtze River, spanning both banks. Its leader, "Azure Dragon" Han Tianqing, is famous for his "Raging Tide Force" and his unique weapon, the Sky-Climbing Rope, ranking sixth on the blacklist. The Tianfu Gate, headquartered in Chengdu, maintains a peaceful cooperative relationship with the Sichuan Tang Clan, dominating the entire Sichuan province and achieving self-sufficiency through its geographical advantages. Sect Leader Zhao Liyuan conquered the land with a single spear, his unparalleled spearmanship earning him the title of "Evil Shadow Spear," ranking eighth on the Black List.
Qilian Mountains, the location of Wutian Palace. Atop the mountains stands a magnificent palace—this is the impression Wutian Palace gives to figures in the martial world. In reality, Wutian Palace is merely an ordinary manor, even giving the impression of being dilapidated. "Yama" Yan Wuhou paced back and forth in his study, his hands behind his back. His beloved daughter had been sullen since her return, even her beloved martial arts practice was listless and perfunctory. When asked what was wrong, she only shook her head. He inquired with the twelve ghost messengers who accompanied him and learned what had happened, but judging from his daughter's expression, it seemed more complex than it appeared. He resolved to get to the bottom of it.
He arrived at his daughter Yan Rushuang's Piaoshuang Pavilion and gently knocked on the door, saying, "Shuang'er, Father has come to speak with you..." He waited a moment, but there was no response. Shaking his head, he muttered to himself, "I knew it..." Pushing open the door, a room that didn't look like a girl's room came into view. Several martial arts manuals were laid out on the table, all prepared by Yan Wuhou for his martial arts-loving daughter. Each manual contained powerful techniques capable of dominating a region. The walls were also covered with various weapons, making it look like an armory. Only the embroidered bed seemed somewhat girlish, with a letter left on it. "Father, your daughter has decided to go find him. Don't worry." With a casual toss, Yan Wuhou tossed the short line of paper aside. The soft paper, like a sharp blade, flew straight out of the window frame, embedding itself in the wall ten steps away before softening again.
Early morning, on a small boat on Poyang Lake, Bi Tianyu was concentrating intently on circulating his internal energy, while Fang Xiayun sat quietly beside him. After a while, Bi Tianyu let out a long breath. Fang Xiayun asked, "How are you?" Bi Tianyu smiled and nodded. The aftereffects of the 'Bloodthirsty Demon Flame' had finally disappeared, and his power had been fully restored. Fang Xiayun glanced at the 'Muramasa' sword resting on Bi Tianyu's lap and asked, "What is the origin of this Japanese sword? Why did those men in black go to such lengths to get it?" She was still wary of Ruyue Musashi, whose martial arts were on par with Bi Tianyu's and who was ruthless in his methods.
Bi Tianyu gently stroked the blade, reminiscing about the past, and said wistfully, "I don't know where this 'Murasame' came from; it was a gift from my master. Those men in black were probably ninjas from Japan. As for why they wanted to take 'Murasame,' I don't know." He vaguely suspected that his master had obtained the sword through improper means, and the thought made him uneasy. In the six months they had spent together, he had already learned from Fang Xiayun about Bi Canhua's actions back then. He found it hard to believe that his master, who had been so good to him, could be such a wicked person.
Seeing Bi Tianyu's troubled expression, Fang Xiayun knew what was on his mind. She gently rested her head on his lap, comforting him, "Don't think too much. Don't worry about what others think. Your own happiness is the most important thing." Bi Tianyu gently stroked Fang Xiayun's flowing hair, looking at the misty lake outside the cabin, his heart filled with mixed emotions. Fang Xiayun asked softly, "Yu, tell me something about your hometown, okay?" Bi Tianyu recounted his memories of seafaring experiences and the scenery and artifacts of his hometown as if telling a story. Fang Xiayun listened with great interest, though she only wanted to change the subject and help Bi Tianyu forget his unpleasant feelings.
Halfway through, Fang Xiayun suddenly sat up straight, staring at Bi Tianyu in astonishment. "You can't swim?" she said. Bi Tianyu nodded. Fang Xiayun smiled and said, "Are you kidding? Aren't you the captain's son? How could you not know how to swim? Don't lie." Bi Tianyu shrugged, looking helpless. Fang Xiayun couldn't hold back any longer and burst into laughter. Bi Tianyu asked, puzzled, "Is that so funny?" Fang Xiayun struggled to suppress her laughter, placed her right hand on his shoulder, nodded seriously, and then laughed heartily again. Bi Tianyu innocently said, "I just can't learn!" and turned away in a huff.
Seeing Bi Tianyu's slight embarrassment and anger, Fang Xiayun reached out and hugged him from behind, soothing him in his ear, "I'm sorry, I just couldn't help it, it won't happen again." Bi Tianyu frowned and said, "A captain who can't swim, is that really funny?" Fang Xiayun replied, "It's not just funny, it's incredibly funny!" Seeing Bi Tianyu about to explode, she quickly explained, "Don't be angry, don't be angry, it was just a joke." Bi Tianyu grumbled with a sour face, "It's not funny at all." Not being able to swim is not being able to swim, he thought.
Suddenly, Bi Tianyu saw through the small window of the cabin that a huge ship pierced through the thick fog and crashed into their small boat. "Whoa..." Without time to explain, he grabbed the "Muramasa" (a type of boat), pulled Fang Xiayun's hand, and leaped through the bamboo-woven cabin roof into the air. Fang Xiayun screamed, confused. With a "crack," Bi Tianyu's small boat broke in two like a chopstick and quickly sank to the bottom of the water. Bi Tianyu exhausted his inner energy and landed on the deck of the giant ship. Dozens of eyes immediately focused on the two uninvited guests.
Fang Xiayun, still shaken, immediately burst into a tirade: "Are you blind?! Just because your ship is big doesn't mean you can run rampant!" A middle-aged man replied: "The accident happened because of the thick fog. I'm so sorry. I am Han Tianqing, and you two are..." Upon hearing that the middle-aged man was Han Tianqing, the leader of the Yangtze River Alliance, ranked sixth on the Black List, Fang Xiayun softened her tone and replied: "I am Fang Xiayun, and this is Bi Tianyu. Enough with the nonsense, what do you plan to do?" Han Tianqing smiled slightly and said: "It's rare for such distinguished guests to grace us with their presence. Since we can't dock right now, we can only ask you two to stay at 'Fanjiangjiao' for the time being. We will offer compensation after we dock . What do you think, Miss Fang?
" Fang Xiayun glanced at Bi Tianyu, who made a gesture that said "you decide." Fang Xiayun shook her head and said: "That's all we can do."
In
the cabin of the Yangtze River Alliance headquarters, "Yu, what do you think we should do now?" Fang Xiayun asked Bi Tianyu. Bi Tianyu shrugged and said, "We can only take it one step at a time." Although the Yangtze River Alliance was a criminal organization, its reputation was not bad. The longer the Yangtze River Alliance grew, the more protected the surrounding merchants and ship owners would be, preventing them from being further exploited by other organizations. At this moment, a voice came from outside the door: "Miss Fang, Mr. Bi, the leader invites you to have lunch on the deck." Bi Tianyu looked at Fang Xiayun, waiting for her decision. "Okay, we'll be right there," Fang Xiayun replied.
On the deck, a dozen or so tables were arranged in a circle. 'Azure Dragon' Han Tianqing was seated in the center facing the bow. Almost all of the important cadres of the Yangtze River Alliance were present. Han Tianqing's direct disciple, 'White Shark' Han De, sat to his right, and his second disciple, 'Black Whale' Hong Tao, sat to his left. The two were Han Tianqing's most capable right and left hands. 'White Shark' was calm and collected, while 'Black Whale' was strong and competitive. One was active and the other quiet, and they had made countless contributions to the Yangtze River Alliance. Next in line were the leaders of several branch leaders of the Yangtze River Alliance, each possessing unique skills and capable of handling matters independently. Especially noteworthy was Lei Jin, nicknamed "Nine Fingers," the leader of the Yueyang branch, whose unique pressure point technique made him second only to "Azure Dragon" in the Yangtze River Alliance.
Fang Xiayun's appearance immediately attracted everyone's attention. Her charming smile and youthful vitality, her graceful figure swaying gently, captivated all who beheld her. Hong Tao, in particular, almost drooled. Seeing the expected reaction, he smiled slightly and naturally took Bi Tianyu's hand, slowly taking his seat. Only then did everyone notice Bi Tianyu's presence. In their eyes, this slender young man, standing half a head shorter than Fang Xiayun, was completely unworthy of the two stunning beauties. Everyone believed that only they were qualified to be Fang Xiayun's companion, naturally harboring hostility towards Bi Tianyu.
Bi Tianyu was already used to such hostile gazes and didn't take them seriously. He casually looked around, observing the giant ship, which was almost twice the size of his father's already large merchant ship, with curiosity. Seeing Bi Tianyu's composed demeanor, the more astute among the crowd abandoned their initial disdain. Such composure was impossible without exceptional skill; unless he were an idiot, it was impossible. Fang Xiayun, known for her cunning and shrewishness, was unusually gentle and obedient to this young man, indicating he was no ordinary person.
'Azure Dragon' Han Tianqing raised his cup first, saying, "Han Tianqing is deeply sorry that my gang's 'River-Turning Dragon' rammed your ship. I will punish myself with a cup." He then drank it all in one gulp. He continued, "It's a rare treat for 'Overturning River Dragon' to have such distinguished guests. Please forgive any shortcomings in our hospitality." He downed another cup and added, "The Yangtze River Alliance will certainly take responsibility for the compensation and aftermath. Rest assured. Enough with the pleasantries, let's begin." The luncheon officially began.
After several rounds of drinks, the atmosphere gradually warmed up. People kept coming up to toast him, but Fang Xiayun, who never drank, politely declined all the toasts. The painful experience of getting drunk last time was still fresh in her mind, and she was determined not to drink. Suddenly, 'Black Whale' Hong Tao stood up, clasped his hands, and said, "I've heard that Young Master Bi's swordsmanship is amazing, having killed Zeng Bufan in a single move. I have long admired him and hope that Young Master Bi will be so kind as to teach me." Without waiting for Bi Tianyu's reply, he walked directly to the center of the room. His tall and rugged appearance, and booming voice, exuded an imposing aura. 'Azure Dragon' Han Tianqing frowned slightly but did not stop him. He also wanted to see what amazing skills this young man possessed.
Bi Tianyu turned to look at Fang Xiayun, who smiled and nodded. She was confident in Bi Tianyu's martial arts skills and wanted him to show off. She always felt that Bi Tianyu wasn't famous enough; people always noticed her and ignored him. This big guy was here to provoke him, and she intended to use this opportunity to let him display his power. With Fang Xiayun's approval, Bi Tianyu slowly walked to the center of the arena, leaving his weapon, "Village Rain," at the table. Hong Tao clenched his fists. This kid was chatting and laughing with Fang Xiayun, while he had been refused a toast. Now, he wasn't even carrying a weapon; it was clear he wasn't taken seriously. Hong Tao was furious.
Bi Tianyu said, "If you're empty-handed, I'll be empty-handed too. Let's all refrain from using weapons and stop short of a fight." As he said these four words, he turned back and smiled at Fang Xiayun. Fang Xiayun had taught him this phrase, "stop short of a fight." Although Bi Tianyu was intelligent, he was still a little confused about idioms with four characters that had the same meaning. Fang Xiayun was teaching him idioms like a teacher. This was the first time Bi Tianyu had used this four-character idiom to talk to someone, and Fang Xiayun returned his words with an encouraging smile.
Seeing the skinny boy exchanging flirtatious glances with Fang Xiayun, and realizing he was being disregarded, "Black Whale" Hong Tao grunted, took a step forward with his left foot, and unleashed a powerful right punch with force capable of shattering stone and breaking metal. Bi Tianyu casually took a step back, temporarily avoiding the attack. Seeing that his opponent seemed afraid of him, "Black Whale" launched a series of attacks with both fists, striking with ferocious speed, determined to embarrass Bi Tianyu in front of Fang Xiayun. After dodging a few blows, Bi Tianyu realized that "Black Whale's" martial arts were not as good as he had imagined. He abandoned his original plan to steal a few moves and raised his left hand, seemingly intending to block Hong Tao's heavy punch.
"Black Whale" Hong Tao was overjoyed at this sight, gathering his strength and unleashing a powerful right punch, determined to cripple Bi Tianyu's left hand. Seeing that Hong Tao had indeed fallen for the trap, Bi Tianyu's powerful punch was about to strike his left wrist when his left hand flashed out, dodging the thunderous blow. He then pulled Hong Tao's wrist, causing Hong Tao to lose his balance and lurch forward, knowing he was in trouble. Bi Tianyu raised his right elbow, lightly touching Hong Tao's muscular chest, and gracefully retreated. "Black Whale" Hong Tao, his face flushed, lowered his head and sat back down. His opponent had shown mercy; if he stubbornly continued to argue, he would only invite further humiliation.
"Azure Dragon" Han Tianqing's eyes lit up. He wasn't attracted by Bi Tianyu's effortless skill; "Black Whale's" impulsive nature had already sealed his fate. Rather, it was Bi Tianyu's agility in dodging that caught his attention. With a glance, "White Shark" Han De stood up and said, "Han De will learn from Young Master Bi's swordsmanship." Carrying a long sword, "White Shark" Han De, with his scholarly appearance, exuded a chilling aura from the moment he stepped forward, commanding respect.
Bi Tianyu knew immediately that "White Shark" Han De was not to be trifled with. He frowned slightly and turned to grab "Muramasa," but Fang Xiayun gestured for him to sheath his sword. Bi Tianyu nodded in understanding; this gesture meant he shouldn't use his full strength. Returning to the arena, Bi Tianyu slapped the scabbard with his left hand and said, "Let's stop here." Han De drew his sword and said, "Of course!" He struck first, his sword swaying wildly like a living creature, like a venomous snake ready to devour its prey, attacking Bi Tianyu.
Seeing the exquisite swordsmanship of his opponent, Bi Tianyu decided to observe first. Since his battle with Ruyue Musashi, he had carefully examined the weaknesses in his martial arts and discovered a fatal flaw: he relied too much on "Murasame"! Without "Murasame," Bi Tianyu's martial arts were reduced to less than 30%, possessing immense power but lacking sophisticated techniques to utilize. After reaching this conclusion, he meticulously studied all kinds of martial arts techniques, memorizing any suitable ones and incorporating them into his own moves. Upon seeing "White Shark" Han De's exquisite swordsmanship, he was eager to learn, moving around the arena and secretly studying the sword techniques. Unable to gain the upper hand after a long period of attack, "White Shark" Han De
had a sudden thought, abandoning the light and agile movements of his longsword and adopting a more expansive and forceful style, forcing Bi Tianyu to parry and attack. Having just learned a bit from observing others, Bi Tianyu had gained a certain understanding of swordsmanship. Just as he was getting into the swing of things, his opponent suddenly changed his swordplay, mimicking his own experience of using a saber with a sword. Bi Tianyu frowned, drew his "Muramasa" sword, and swiftly met the opponent's attack. Seeing his opponent finally draw his saber, Han De met his own sword with incredible speed. His swordsmanship changed again, returning to its original elusive and agile style, dodging the "Muramasa's" aggressive attack and thrusting out at a tricky angle.
Bi Tianyu, instead of being alarmed by his missed strike, was delighted, carefully observing Han De's hidden counter-attack. The sword tip trembled constantly, like a serpent flicking its tongue, making it difficult to parry. Bi Tianyu had initially intended to meet the attack head-on, using the speed of "Cloud Shadow" to rush into Han De's sword net, but suddenly changed his mind, feigning panic and staggering backward. Han De smiled coldly, his hand flashing with a cold light that transformed into a sky full of white light, descending upon Bi Tianyu.
With a shout of joy, Bi Tianyu swiftly used "Cloud Shadow" to close in on Han De's barrage of sword light, while "Muramasa" struck out with lightning speed and without any fancy moves. "Clang..." Instantly, the sounds of clashing swords filled the air as both men retreated. Han De's sword was covered in small nicks, while Bi Tianyu's right hand, gripping his knife, trembled slightly. It seemed like a draw, with both men evenly matched. Han De was surprised. He had used eighty percent of the power of the "Azure Dragon's" personally taught "Raging Tide Force" in that fierce strike, yet this unknown young man had caught it and even neutralized the unique internal force of the Raging Tide Force, which grew stronger with each wave.
Bi Tianyu was also secretly alarmed. When their swords clashed, a raging torrent of internal force passed through "Muramasa" to his right arm. The powerful internal force grew stronger with each wave, and Bi Tianyu quickly used the momentum of his retreat to neutralize most of the penetrating force. A wave of numbness washed over him, and his right hand almost dropped his knife hilt. He couldn't help but curse himself for underestimating his opponent, allowing him to build up his strength. If he had struck earlier, perhaps the outcome would have been different. However, he was also optimistic, at least he had learned another exquisite sword move.
'Azure Dragon' Han Tianqing stood up and said, "Good! Indeed, heroes emerge from among the young. Young Master Bi, I toast you." He casually tossed a cup of wine, which Bi Tianyu caught and drank in one gulp. Han Tianqing asked, "May I ask where Young Master Bi learned his martial arts?" Bi Tianyu gracefully sheathed his sword and replied casually, "Family martial arts." Han Tianqing asked again, "Young Master Bi's long sword has a peculiar style; it doesn't seem to be a sword from the Central Plains." Bi Tianyu smiled slightly and said, "Chief Han has a good eye. This is a samurai sword from Japan. Not bad, is it?"
Seeing that he couldn't get any information about his origin, Han Tianqing laughed and said, "Indeed, heroes emerge from among the young." He didn't ask any more questions. After a hearty meal, the "River-Turning Dragon" finally reached the shore. Bi Tianyu and Fang Xiayun bid farewell to the Yangtze River Alliance members and disembarked, heading towards Jiujiang. Han Tianqing abandoned his dignified demeanor and coldly said, "If I'm not mistaken, after investigating Bi Tianyu's background... he will be a major obstacle to the Yangtze River Alliance's unification of the underworld."

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