[Urban] The Way Home (Complete) - 22-24

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Chapter Eight: The Strange Book and the Beauty

I've been locked in my grandfather's bedroom for over half a month. In this time, I've drunk 82 jin of Huiyang Daqu (a type of strong liquor) and smoked 16 jin of bitter jasmine. I don't know what I'm doing, or what I want to do. I just take a sip of wine, a puff of cigarette, and then stare blankly at my grandfather's corpse on the bed.

I ponder, feel lost, and suffer. I ponder the world, feel lost among the masses, and suffer from loss.

I opened the Four Great Strange Books. My grandfather was right; what use would someone with martial arts skills like his or mine have for this tattered book? But it was left to me by my grandfather, so I forced myself to read on.

*The Chinese Manual* is the treasure of the Kunlun Yuwen family. Legend has it that in his early years, the head of the Yuwen family dreamt of the beginning of heaven and earth and the beginning of human relations, creating four sword techniques: Chasing the Sun, Moving Mountains, Controlling Floods, and Mending the Sky. For a time, he was invincible in the world, and all the heroes of China bowed before his sword. It was revered as the first of the Four Great Strange Books. However, I personally feel that this book is too superstitious, and the writing is rather childish.

"The Ode to the Azure Sky" is a closely guarded secret of the Nangong family of the Western Liang Dynasty. While the book is quite compelling in terms of content, it carries a strong element of sentimentality. Written in the style of an ancient Chinese opera, it tells the moving story of a young couple in the martial arts world who meet, fall in love, and develop a deep bond. The martial arts techniques recorded within are the couple's signature skills. Calling "The Ode to the Azure Sky" a martial arts manual is perhaps an understatement; it's more like a poetic novel. The martial arts described emphasize a free and unrestrained approach, moving spontaneously and naturally, making it a superior example of Chinese martial arts. The patriarch of the Nangong family, who wrote the book, undoubtedly intended it as an autobiography, seamlessly blending his self-created martial arts with a timeless love story—a truly ingenious creation. The final line, "Whose poem is this, amidst the mortal world and the azure sky? Flowers fall, people die, yet neither abandons the other," perfectly captures the feelings of a couple. I admit I couldn't compose such a masterpiece. If it weren't for the divine inspiration of the sword technique recorded in *The Chinese Manual*, I would have placed it first among the Four Books.

*The Carefree Melody* is hailed as an eternal classic. The first head of the Murong family of Kunlun was initially an unknown wandering musician who, after receiving enlightenment from a master, created a peerless technique that uses sound to injure. However, I know nothing about music, so I only partially understood it and will leave that aside for now. *

The Sea and River Map*—the Sima family has produced many great painters throughout history, and the head of the family who created *The Sea and River Map* is renowned for his brushwork and masterful brushstrokes. This painting is his most famous masterpiece, its brushstrokes sometimes vigorous and powerful, sometimes graceful and elegant. The finishing touch is a devastating blow; it took two hours of agonizing thought to find a solution—a fine painting, a fine brush!

I put down the book and was stunned by the sight before me. Everything in the room was suspended in mid-air, except for me, who sat upright. It turned out that while I was reading the Four Books, my inner energy was unconsciously drawn by the accumulated energy of the various masters throughout history, automatically creating a vacuum around me and protecting me within it. Only then did I realize another extraordinary thing about the Four Books: they contained an incredibly powerful life force. Presumably, the martial artists of each generation unconsciously channeled their own energy into the books while practicing. Just think about how many masters each family has produced over the centuries, and you should know the power contained within them. If I hadn't been able to create a vacuum with my inner energy, or if the vacuum hadn't been incredibly large, I guarantee that the power released from the books would have exploded uncontrollably, and I also guarantee that my hometown, Assassination Fortress, would have been reduced to ruins in an instant. But none of this happened. This earth-shattering energy obediently submitted to the vacuum, flowing into my body as I finished my practice. I joyfully felt their entry—the mystery of China, the sincerity of the heavens, the carefree selflessness, the magnificence of the sea and rivers.

I bowed once more before my grandfather's body, thanking him for his nurturing grace, for his rebirth, and for his continued care for me even after his soul departed. I raised my head, my eyes blazing with unprecedented brilliance. "Grandpa, I promise you! Only you deserve this bow. I am Kunlun Wu Hui, the rise you and our ancestors have longed for for centuries. All living beings will kneel before me; there is no reason for me to kneel! Grandpa, you will always be with me!"

A knock sounded at the door. The crowd outside was clearly impatient.

I appeared before them, even Da Nian, one of the top ten in the universe, couldn't help but kneel. What kind of person was I? He is the first Wuji Emperor in thousands of years of Chinese history, the most powerful peerless martial artist in the world today. Born in a cowshed, rising through the martial world, unifying the world is my destiny in this world; I have no more worries.

"Madam is seriously ill and has been bedridden for many days!" The empty eyes were filled with anxiety.

Looking at Xiaoyu, who was on the verge of death on the sickbed, I felt a pang of guilt. I was preoccupied with my own pain and loss, but I still remembered this woman who loved me so deeply. I kissed her cold lips, silently apologizing countless times.

"Sister Yu suffered from palpitations and weakness, but after my treatment, she is much better. She will surely recover soon after seeing the Holy Lord's heroic figure!" the woman behind me said softly. Hearing this, I knew I had been disrespectful to the beauty! Turning around, I saw a woman dressed in white, her face as gentle as spring water. "Lotus blossoms vie for warmth within the gauze curtains, peonies vie for beauty, a smile that mocks the beauty's resentment." This woman was indeed a beauty of unparalleled grace! The beauty hadn't expected me to praise her so blatantly in front of Xiaoyu, and her ears immediately turned red with embarrassment. She uttered a barely audible "Your Majesty flatters me," her voice barely a whisper. Still too shy to speak, I didn't know why, but I just wanted to see her blushing, charming face. I stepped forward, closing the distance to within half a foot, and whispered, "Beauty, tell me your name?" Her head was lowered as low as it could go. I happily inhaled the fragrance of her hair. "So fragrant! The Heavenly Fragrance of the Five Barbarian Tribes truly was born for you!" Receiving no answer, I continued, as if to myself. Sensing my intentions, the beauty let out a soft cry and retreated, bumping into a corner chair beside her. I quickly wrapped my arm around her, and she was now tightly embraced, her cherry-red lips exhaling a fragrant breath. Her bright, beautiful eyes were glazed with intoxication, and I couldn't resist any longer. With a soft kiss, I pressed my lips to hers, and in that fleeting moment of distraction, I slipped my wet tongue into her mouth, greedily savoring every drop of fragrance and sweetness. One arm gently stroked her back, while the other slipped under her clothes. Her full breasts felt incredibly smooth and fleshy under my touch. I pinched her pearly nipples between my fingers, and I heard a satisfying breath from her intoxicating snore. Just as I hesitated whether to take her right there and then, Xiaoyu, lying on the hospital bed, began to breathe. The beauty awoke with a start, broke free from my embrace, and, ignoring her disheveled hair, rushed out the door. The intense love in her last glance almost made me ejaculate instantly. "Hoo!" Taking a deep breath, I felt ashamed to face Xiaoyu. Just a moment ago, I was filled with guilt towards her, and the next moment, I was holding her in my arms. I looked at Xiaoyu, who had just woken up on the bed, scratching her head blankly. She smiled, and the whole world was instantly illuminated by her radiance. "Did I invite a wolf into the house this time?" Xiaoyu gently poked my head with a slender finger, her affection as deep as the sea. I didn't know how to repay her, so I buried my head in her chest.

Chapter Nine: A Girl's Pure Heart

Xiaoyu's health was indeed improving day by day, just as the girl in white had said. The joy on my face made Xiaoyu smile foolishly all day long. Seeing that she was in such a good mood, I asked her who the girl who treated her was. A strong murderous intent immediately rose on her face. I was stunned, but she immediately burst out laughing. The little girl actually knew how to tease me. I chuckled to myself. "You did something wrong and then come to ask me? That's not fair!" With that, she chased me out.

What wrong had I done? I looked at the closed door in front of me and couldn't help but ask myself.

Soon, I found the alluring figure that had captivated me these past few days in the back garden of the Sutra Pavilion. Standing behind her, I inhaled her fragrant hair once more, and I couldn't control myself again—my damned adolescence! I deeply regretted my lack of self-control. The beauty before me turned to me, just in time to see my stunned expression. Like ice thawing and flowers blooming in the night sky, I was once again mesmerized by her angelic smile. I hastily channeled my inner strength to dispel the reverie in my mind, but the sudden surge of energy was too much for the sensitive girl to notice. Her cheeks flushed crimson again. I quickly looked away, adjusting my breathing, while the girl was also smitten, her heart pounding so loudly—who wouldn't notice? We stood there, each savoring the delicious pleasure of this captivating sight.

"I'm the number one person in the world, after all!" I quickly composed myself and looked her in the eye. The fairy-like figure was slender and graceful, and I couldn't help but admire her. Then I felt a surge of bitterness. "Damn it! Number one in the world, huh?!" I spat. I couldn't even speak to this girl! I coughed twice, trying to appear calm, and said, "Xiaoyu's recovery is all thanks to you, Miss. I am truly grateful!" I bowed, and the girl was startled, quickly saying, "No, no, it's my duty. How can I accept such a grand gesture from the Holy Lord?" I was taken aback. I remembered that she had referred to herself as "subordinate" when we first met, but when had such a remarkable person ever appeared in the fortress? I asked doubtfully, "Miss, are you from the Killer Fortress?" The girl's expression turned serious. "Reporting to the Holy Lord, I am from the Killer Fortress's Military Intelligence Hall, January 3rd." She paused and added, "You may call me January 3rd, Holy Lord!" Another blush crept across her face. It turned out she was a branch leader of the Military Intelligence Hall, specifically one from the First Month branch. I never imagined that this young woman, only a year or two older than me, who blushed four times after just a few words, would be a complete "secret agent," and ranked third in the First Month. But then again, it made sense. If I couldn't even imagine such a beautiful secret agent, who would suspect anything? I couldn't help but secretly praise Da Nian for his skill in employing people. I recovered from my shock and then asked curiously, "How come I haven't seen you in the fortress?" This was also the question I most wanted to know. "I come from Kunlun Tianyi Manor, and I travel the world under the guise of practicing medicine, thus I have never had the chance to meet the Holy Lord. This time, I received a message from the fortress's hawk messenger that the lady was ill, so I rushed back immediately." Oh! So that's how it is. Hearing that she was already traveling the world at such a young age, a surge of pity welled up in my heart. I wanted to hold her in my arms immediately and gently caress her to soothe the hardships she had endured. Today was not a good day to do anything, I thought, I should tease her first! I seized on the grammatical error in her words and continued, "You've seen me now, haven't you?" "Now...now...now...I...I..." She stammered for a long time, unable to get a coherent answer. Seeing the amusement in my eyes, the silly girl realized I was teasing her, and felt another wave of embarrassment. Helpless, she could only change the subject: "My ancestors received a great favor from the Killer Fortress and joined its ranks a hundred years ago. Several members of my family have been members of the First Month in each generation. In my generation, my elder sister is in charge, and my three brothers and I all serve the Killer Fortress." The girl said so much in one breath, clearly trying to hide her chaotic inner thoughts. I didn't point it out, but the Heavenly Doctor Manor shocked me once again.

Kunlun Tianyi Manor is renowned throughout the land, situated at the foot of Yandang Mountain in Kunlun, covering thousands of acres. Its medical practices are renowned, earning it the reputation of compassionate salvation. Furthermore, it boasts a banner inscribed by a former Kunlun emperor: "The Holy Land of Tianyi, civil officials dismount their sedan chairs, military officials dismount their horses to pay homage to their nephews." Now, this girl tells me it's our Killing Fortress's territory. How can I not be shocked? One is murder and robbery, the other is healing the wounded—two seemingly unrelated places, yet they're one family. I'll have to ask Da Nian another day how many secrets Killing Fortress holds that I don't know.

"Holy Lord!" A fairy's angelic voice interrupted my thoughts. "It's getting late!" Meaning everyone should rest. If I didn't let you rest on my bed today, would I deserve to be called the Holy Lord? A plan formed in my mind. "Chu San, can you tell me your maiden name?" "My Lord, the people in the Killing Fortress don't have names..." I didn't press the matter, and continued, "I have something here that I'm sure you'll be interested in, Chu San." After saying that, I turned and left. Chu San was about to refuse, but then she thought about it and realized that she had already refused to tell him her name, so she couldn't very well go against my wishes. So she lowered her head and followed me. Haha, this is called retreating to advance, how did you escape from the Buddha's palm?!

The moonlight gilded the Sutra Repository with a layer of silver frost, making it look like a secret love nest. Chu San only slowly shuffled in after she saw the room full of books. It seems that my actions that day really frightened her. "Look what this is?" I pulled an antique-looking book from the bookshelf and handed it to her. She took it, glanced at it briefly, and then quickly flipped through it in disbelief. "This is...this is my family's lost 'Heavenly Physician's Collection of Herbs.' We've been searching for it for countless years!" The girl's face was filled with anticipation as she discovered her treasure. "Yes, who knew we'd find it right at our doorstep! If I had known we were family, I would have delivered it to you long ago." "Who said we're family?!" Oh? Did I hear that right? Did I see that right? That shy girl could actually be like this!

"Your Majesty, please don't look at me like that!" She was extremely embarrassed again. Heavens! Since learning of my grandfather's death, I haven't been near any women. This stunning woman, sometimes coquettish, sometimes shy, was clearly testing my patience. "You will return this book..." "It belongs to your family, so naturally it must be returned to you." Upon hearing this, Chu San knelt down and said, "On behalf of my ancestors, Huo Yunshuang thanks Your Majesty for your profound kindness!" She kowtowed three times. Her name is Huo Yunshuang! What a beautiful name! I helped her up, and we were so close we were breathing each other. "I want the prize!" Her cheeks flushed again, but the determination in her eyes showed she was made up her mind. Her lips lightly touched my left cheek before pulling away. "And this one too." I offered my right cheek, and she obediently kissed me, but what I met were warm, wet lips. With a gasp, my tongue once again explored her sweetness.

When I ended the deep kiss, Yunshuang suddenly found herself lying on the embroidered couch with me, unaware of what was about to happen. She tried to push me away, but my limbs were tightly wrapped around her. "Let me see you!" My voice was full of masculine allure, irresistible. Yunshuang knew she couldn't escape, so she could only lower her head and rest it on my shoulder to avoid my gaze, which was enough to burn her.

This was heaven's most beautiful masterpiece: a slender, rounded waist, full, pert pink buttocks, and a pair of jade-white breasts that throbbed slightly with her rapid breathing. I embraced this long-awaited beauty, pulling her soft hand towards my member. As a healer, I naturally understood the human body. Yun Shuang let out a soft cry, but didn't let go. I guided her jade hand to rub against my member, and soon her mind, overwhelmed by desire, was only focused on how to please me.

I parted her legs, looking directly at her paradise. I saw a secluded orchid blooming amidst the fragrant grass, its fragrance intoxicating, its dew refreshing. "No, really no," I thought she was too ashamed to speak, so I naturally ignored this slight resistance. But considering that this beauty was new to this world, I couldn't embarrass her too much, otherwise, given her easily embarrassed personality, she would faint from shame before I even possessed her.

I simply greeted her flower gate with my lips, then kissed my way upwards, past her fragrant pubic hair, past her sweet belly, until I finally reached the sacred place on her chest. Until now, my knowledge of the female body was limited to Xiaoyu, but this girl in front of me led me into a completely new realm. Everything about her fascinated me. When I saw those two pink beads on Mount Everest, I was destined to lose myself. The roundness and size of her breasts completely exceeded my understanding. The sweet and smooth white flesh moved restlessly in my mouth. I used my lips and tongue to push them with all my might. The girl covered her eyes with her hands. Her delicate body, which she usually dared not even look at, was now being loved by a half-grown child. How could she not be extremely ashamed?

My lips and tongue lingered on her breasts, while my erection pressed against her vulva. The swollen tip had already forced open her entrance, and I rubbed it repeatedly there. My burgeoning desire burned through the girl's heart. She writhed almost frantically beneath me, trying to avoid the thick, burning heat, yet also wanting it to penetrate her completely. Her beautiful face displayed countless alluring poses, and her hazy eyes shone with desire. "Don't torture me anymore, please... ah... please!"

With her permission, I took the opportunity to slowly push my already probing member deeper. I encountered an obstacle, and with each gentle thrust, Yunshuang's eyebrows furrowed. I adjusted my position and thrust hard, penetrating her core with a heavy thud. "Ah!" Yunshuang's scream snapped me out of the intense pleasure emanating from my lower body. "Chusan, be good, don't cry, it's my fault, I'm sorry, be good, don't cry!" I tenderly kissed away the tears streaming down Yunshuang's face.

The gentle, slow thrusting continued, and Yun Shuang's face flushed again. Her jade-like legs had somehow climbed up to my waist. I no longer held back, thrusting in completely, each time to the very end. Women are truly amazing. Xiao Yu always moaned softly, but the shy Yun Shuang was now screaming almost frantically. This really surprised me.

“Ah…ah…Holy Lord, do you know…watching you come out from the former sage…ah ah ah…I knelt on the ground…your heroic figure, your gait, your…ah…everything fascinated me…watching you kiss Little Rain…ah…ah…I wish that person was me…ah um ah…so…so that’s why…um ah…that’s why I interrupted you…ah Holy Lord…” As I listened to Yun Shuang’s unreserved confession, my lower body moved even more wildly! “Call me Wu Hui!” I almost shouted, “Ah…Wu Hui…Wu Hui…um…Wu Hui…” She was calling out her lover’s name while constantly reassuring herself that she had no regrets in this life.

I pressed one hand against Yunshuang's fragrant shoulder, and the other kneaded her full, jade-like breasts. Our lower bodies were in the most intimate contact. No virgin would be so wild on her first night; she must be a naturally beautiful woman. Yunshuang propped herself up behind her head, her plump buttocks thrusting towards me, no longer showing any signs of innocence. She cried out my name, and with each thrust, she expressed her adoration and her own satisfaction with the sweetest words. In the throes of passion, I couldn't help but shout her name, my penis plunging deeply into the folds of her flower, the tip throbbing violently, the essence of life spraying freely into her incredibly tight and wet passage. In this final moment, Yunshuang could no longer make a sound. Her mouth was wide open, her limbs tightly wrapped around me, her lower passage contracting with unusual speed, deeply enveloping every drop of my essence.

"After the passion subsided, she quickly returned to her usual shy and charming self, especially after recalling her earlier wanton behavior. She even pulled the quilt over herself to hide. I, however, wouldn't let her have her way. I spread her legs and carefully wiped away the traces of our recent frenzy. Although she was mortified, she obediently let me do as I pleased. Looking at the scattered bloodstains on the bed, my heart was filled with tenderness. I gently kissed her lips and caressed every inch of her skin that bore my marks. Suddenly, she asked me how I knew her name. I cupped her breasts and left a deep lip print on the tip," she said. "She told me!" "You're bad, you're bad, you're bad..." Her tiny fists rained down on me, and I feigned a miserable howl as I rolled around with this beauty, a gift from heaven.

Chapter Ten: A Shocking Moment of Death

. The current Scripture Pavilion no longer offered me refuge. The actions two women together could accomplish were ten times more powerful than a single woman—a terrifying ratio indeed. Therefore, I wisely chose to stay away.

I hadn't visited my grandfather for several days. I strolled along the path leading into the depths of the valley, a place I had designated as forbidden territory. The path was winding and difficult to traverse, but its end led to... This is a blessed land, with beautiful pines and cypresses, birds chasing the wind, and flowers blooming in competition. According to Da Nian, my grandfather once said he wanted to be buried here after his death, so I followed his wishes and built a small mausoleum for him here, as he never liked extravagance. I put all my thought into it, but in the end, Chu San's words shattered my illusions: "The sage loved his little house the most throughout his life, and it has remained unchanged for a hundred years, with nothing missing and nothing added. You should place his crystal coffin there; that's what he wished for!" I was delighted but didn't back down, "That's a woman's view. Since ancient times, it's been said that burial brings peace; what you're saying is ridiculous." "The next day, I gathered skilled craftsmen and moved my grandfather's little house completely underground, and the tomb was completed. My heart was at ease.

Someone had gotten there before me! Only four people are allowed to enter and exit here besides me, Xiaoyu, and Chusan, and now all four of them are here: the Third Hall Master and Void, who is ranked Gold Medal Zero. Today is not a special day, but their simultaneous appearance means that something must have happened. I gathered all my energy and sneaked to a distance of about ten feet from them (any closer and I would be in danger of being discovered by these top assassins). The one who spoke was the mute from the Supervisor Hall. I didn't have time to be surprised and hurriedly began to eavesdrop.

"Duxing, what do you think?" It was Da Nian'er who spoke.

"The Conjoined People's attack this time was obviously well-prepared. Not only did they send out all their elites, but their intelligence was also exceptionally accurate. I have found out the traitor, but those two monsters still managed to kill him first." "But I personally believe this wasn't just an operation targeting my fortress, because that night the entire Southern Yue Human Path came out, severely damaging several major merchant alliances, one of which even announced its disbandment the next day. I really don't know what these conjoined monsters are up to, and they couldn't possibly have the strength to launch attacks on multiple locations in one night." Leng Duxing, once he started talking, launched into a long speech.

"I agree with Duxing's opinion. A while ago, I ran into this scumbag buying goods in Southern Yue on business. He was acting like a fucking idiot. Thinking of the blood feud of the Former Saint, I rushed at him!" Zhang Zhi said excitedly.

"You fought him? I haven't heard anything about it?" Da Nian'er asked curiously.

"He was on the boat, and I was on the shore. Besides, I'm not a good swimmer, so I rushed to the water's edge, took a piss, and washed this piece of trash away!" "As expected of Zhang Zhi, he even came up with this idea."

Everyone burst into laughter after hearing Zhang Zhi's words. The atmosphere was noticeably more relaxed, and I thought to myself that Zhang Zhi could indeed be considered a wise general.

Xu Kong was a little impatient: "Da Nian, hurry up and say what you have to say! I'm afraid if I take too long, the Holy Lord will come looking for me."

Da Nian took a deep breath: "These two single-minded guys want to be emperors!"

Everyone was shocked! Zhang Zhi was the most impatient and outspoken: "Bah, does he think there's no one in Nan Yue! He's nothing! Even the title of one of the top ten was given to him by his master, Master Hai Xiao, because he was afraid that people would bully him. He's really not taking advantage of anyone!" (Northeastern guys should know what this word means.)

Da Nian continued: "You also know that he has a good master, so you should have thought that the support of the Zen sect is indispensable. It's just that the two factions within the Zen sect are currently engaged in fierce debates, and there has been no result yet. However, there were indeed a large number of monk soldiers among the Taoist disciples who participated in the operation that night." "South Vietnam is currently in a turbulent time. The people from Chuliu have already withdrawn from South Vietnam, which I agreed to. Before the war even begins, it's often the spies who are sacrificed first."

Everyone then realized the seriousness of the situation. Even a powerful force like Killer Fortress was choosing to withdraw. Zhang Zhi exclaimed anxiously, "How can you just withdraw like that? How much manpower, resources, and money does it take to rebuild an intelligence network?!"

"I don't want to either!" Da Nian was also getting impatient. "As long as people are alive, everything is negotiable. Don't you all feel that the hearts of the people under the Holy One have become lukewarm after the Holy One's passing?"

Xu Kong roared, "Da Nian! You're questioning the divine authority of the current Holy One!"

Da Nian also exclaimed anxiously, "I know the Holy One's abilities better than you do. In this world, if the Holy One is second, no one can be first. But he's still a child, a fourteen-year-old child! I promised the Holy One to take care of him. I can't let him fight and kill like we have!" "

Hearing this, I turned and left. Yes! The brothers of Killer's Fortress are naturally confused after losing their commander for so many years. The continuous growth of the major powers on the continent has begun to terrify them. How can I, at such a young age, take over Killer's Fortress and command respect? Although I possess unparalleled martial arts skills, only those within the fortress know this. How could those who work on the front lines outside the fortress year-round know? My strength must be proven through my own methods and techniques. Faced with the waning morale of the army, I must do something, and it must be something earth-shattering. The brothers of Killer's Fortress have not won for too long! So long that they are almost losing their fighting spirit. I thought of my grandfather's palm strike to the chest and his throat-slitting sword, and a surge of killing intent welled up in my chest! Never before have I so fervently craved blood, thirsted for it." I yearn to kill. Although my plan is only in its initial stages, I believe I will succeed! My grandfather is with me!

That very night, I issued an emergency summons to Killer Fortress. All leaders and above, and all assassins of silver rank and above, were to return to Killer Fortress by the end of the month to carry out this grand plan.

This morning at Killer Fortress was unusually lively. The most elite forces deployed throughout the land gathered together, conversing quietly before the hall. I observed their eyes from the shadows and saw only confusion, bewilderment, and even a hint of panic. I was glad I made my decision at that moment; otherwise, these people would truly have transformed from yesterday's wolves of the continent into lambs to the slaughter.

The time has come! It's my turn to appear! I hope history will not forget this moment. Your most favored emperor has finally ascended your stage today.

"Your subordinates kneel to greet Your Majesty with boundless peace!"

"Rise!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

"You are the 124 valiant generals of the three halls and one moat of Killer Fortress? The more I look at you, the less you seem like them!"

A hush fell over the room; even the three hall masters before me were bewildered.

"You are no longer the warriors of Killer Fortress you once were. You have been devoured by teahouse waiters, tofu shop owners, and high-ranking officials and noblewomen who have used you as a cover. Look at yourselves; how many of you can still recall the ambition and heroic bearing you displayed when you left this place? Am I asking you a question?" This last shout carried a quarter of my power. The entire hall erupted in chaos, people falling to the ground. Killer Fortress rules dictate that anyone entering the main hall wielding weapons or using force will be executed on the spot! They had no choice but to endure it!

I stepped forward and helped one of the elders up. "I've called you here today to tell you something. You've risked your lives for Assassination Fortress for many years. You've done enough, you've shed enough blood, you've lived up to the ancestors of Assassination Fortress! So I, the sixth Holy Lord of Assassination Fortress—Kunlun Wu Hui—am giving you this opportunity, an opportunity to withdraw. As long as you write your position and code name on a piece of paper and put it in the cardboard box outside the hall, you will no longer be members of Assassination Fortress. You can live the life you want." I looked at the large chins of the crowd below the stage with satisfaction.

From the council chamber next to the main hall came Zhang Zhi's booming voice: "My little ancestor! Aren't you trying to break us brothers up?"

I just smiled: "Old Black (Zhang Zhi's nickname), let me ask you, who is your brother who has been with you the longest?"

"It's Uncle Kun, who watched me grow up and has always been my right-hand man."

"And who is your brother who has been with you the shortest?"

"Xiao Jie, only a few days ago, I saved his life from the Dwarf of the Vorocco."

"Then do you think Uncle Kun and Xiao Jie will suddenly write you a note telling you they don't want to work for you anymore?"

"I guarantee with my integrity that they won't!"

"That's it! Killer's Fortress is their home, they were born into Killer's Fortress, and they must leave Killer's Fortress! This rule hasn't changed, I'm just giving them a heads-up."

Although Da Nian nodded in agreement, his face was still full of unease and doubt.

"Today, I mainly want to discuss a plan with everyone—a revenge plan. We don't need to touch Zen Sect right now, but weren't there two people involved in the killing of the Sage? They are our targets." I looked at Da Nian as I spoke. "According to intelligence gathered by the Military Intelligence Hall over the years, the Human Path of Southern Yue and Zen Sect are actually in cahoots. Matters that Zen Sect is unwilling or unable to handle are handled by the Human Path. Therefore, I personally believe that once we defeat the Human Path, we won't face open retaliation from Zen Sect. Even if we do, it will be some time later. In other words, our objective is for the first echelon to assassinate the conjoined brothers as soon as possible, paralyzing the Human Path. At the same time, the second echelon will assassinate Kunlun Sword Dream! Any questions? Speak up!" "

The Holy Lord's intention is for us to kill two of the top ten in the universe and dismantle the fourth-ranked gang in the world at the same time." The speaker was a top assassin. Of the ten top assassins present, only Void's identity was showing his true face; the others were all masked. I guess this is another rule of Killer Fortress! In fact, from the moment I saw these few remaining top assassins, I was assessing their strength. The one speaking to me now, however, possessed skill comparable to Da Nian's, which truly surprised me. It seems the exposed Void was merely a messenger; the true leader of the assassin guild is this man whose appearance and identity are unknown, yet he can rival the top ten. He must be the world's number one assassin!

His tone, though not disrespectful, was filled with distrust.

Da Nian remained silent, only staring intently at me.

"That's right! Use the entire fortress's power to destroy the conjoined brothers and his Human Path, and for the sword that slayed the Sage with the Dream-Striking Sword, he belongs to me!"

Da Nian finally spoke: "The Holy Lord's plan is theoretically feasible. As long as there are no gaps in intelligence and the operation is kept secret, there's a 60% chance!" It seems Da Nian has figured it out; I no longer need his protection.

"No! The Sage told me we were 100% certain!"

I released my pent-up killing intent, a terrifying aura. "The world, here I come!"

Chapter Eleven: Operation Eagle Release

"Thanks for your care these past few days!" Only Da Nian and I were in the Scripture Pavilion.

Looking at the smoke I exhaled, Da Nian showed a hint of helplessness. "Smoke less, it's not good for you at such a young age!"

I smiled bitterly, such meticulous care!

"Everything I did yesterday was to prove to you that I'm no longer a child! I can now bear whatever fate brings me!" I took another deep drag.

"That's typical childish talk. I've lived most of my life and still haven't understood what fate has brought me, yet you, Holy Lord, are so certain you can bear it all. Fate has too many unknowns. Although I believe in your strength, I still must remind you, Holy Lord, that the world is easy to obtain but hard to obtain, and life is full of gains and losses."

I was speechless.

"Your Majesty, your actions today have indeed won hearts and minds, but have you considered the consequences of failure? The Southern Yue Human Path has tens of thousands of members. How could the Conjoined Souls be among the top ten without genuine skill? Kunlun Sword Dream debuted at a young age and was hailed as the number one swordsman in the world within ten years. How could he be easily defeated?" Da Nian's gaze was incredibly profound.

"You don't have high hopes for my battle with Sword Dream?"

"No, Your Majesty will definitely win!"

"Then what are you worried about?"

"Every time I watch the eaglets take flight for the first time, I worry for them. I worry that they will encounter storms, lose their way, encounter giant eagles, and not be able to find their way home!" Da Nian took a small sip of my Rejuvenating Decoction, a slight blush rising to his face.

"Then why didn't you wait until they were a bit bigger before releasing them?"

"They've grown accustomed to the warmth and comfort of their cages; how could they possibly explore the vast and perilous skies! Fighting is the price they must pay for their growth. So, despite the immense danger of the Holy Lord's plan, I didn't stop it. Holy Lord, you are right. Killing Fortress needs this battle. I'm going. I will thoroughly investigate where the conjoined brothers and the Dream Sword have been, what they've eaten, and who they've met over the past twenty years. Please rest assured, Holy Lord!"

What more could I say with such a subordinate?

Xiao Yu gently massaged my shoulders and back. She knew I was going to kill someone, and she also knew the dangers involved. Her eyes were full of longing. I didn't explain anything to her; I knew she understood perfectly well. This was the destiny of the Killing Fortress leader.

Void requested an audience outside the door.

"Reporting to the Holy Lord, the leaders of each hall and the fortress's best fighters have been kneeling before the hall for a day!"

"Let them kneel. Hopefully, this place that gave them birth and nurtured them will bring them to their senses!"

On the fourth day, Da Nian still hadn't replied. I decided to go see my elite troops!

Four days of kneeling had taken a heavy toll on these top-tier fighters. They supported each other, encouraged each other, and offered mutual encouragement. Though their faces were exhausted, their eyes shone with unwavering determination. Killer Fortress could only abandon them, but they would never abandon Killer Fortress. This was the team I needed!

I looked at the empty cardboard box, then at the people kneeling haphazardly before me, and shouted, "Get up! I take back what I said four days ago!"

I told them the plan without reservation. They knelt again, some with tears streaming down their faces. I knew they would give their all in this operation, because they wanted to prove to me and the world that they were still powerful!

Everything was ready, Da Nian, why haven't you returned yet? The surging blood in my chest told me I couldn't wait any longer.

On the tenth day, Killer Fortress's Eagle Nest welcomed a wounded eaglet that had just returned from afar.

In Killer Fortress's council hall, I looked at the intelligence Da Nian had sent back by hawk, and a complete plan gradually took shape in my mind.

An assassin should be calm when accepting a mission, but I clearly saw a mad glint in the eyes of the several ultimate assassins in front of me.

"According to the intelligence sent back by Da Nian, the Human Realm provides gold to the Chan Sect every year, ostensibly as sponsorship. However, I suspect the Human Realm is actually a branch of the Chan Sect. Think about it: the Chan Sect's annual Buddhist ceremonies, rituals, and expenses for supporting monks, etc., cannot all be covered by donations from the common people. They need a stable source of income. Later this month, a shipment of goods will be transported from the main branch of the Human Realm in Southern Yue to Dunhuang Buddhist Capital, located at the border of Sichuan and Kunlun. This shipment contains 15,000 taels of gold, which I believe is the annual tribute from the Human Realm to the Chan Sect. The Conjoined Brotherhood will be traveling with the caravan."

I glanced at the crowd before me and said with utmost authority, "Disciples of Assassination Fortress, heed my command!"

"Zhang Zhi of the Robbery Hall!"

"Yes, sir!" "

I order you to organize a commando team to ambush near the quarry in Kunlun. Code name: Little Eagle One!"

"Yes, sir!" "

Gold Medal Assassins No. 1, 5, and 9 of Assassin's Guild, heed my command!"

"Yes, sir!"

"Do you remember the method of killing the Conjoined Brotherhood that everyone designed?"

"We will never forget your guidance, Holy Lord!"

"Good, from now on you are Little Eagle Number Two. When Little Eagle Number One's attack begins, you will seize the opportunity to kill, aiming for a swift and decisive strike."

"Understood!"

"Gold Medal Assassins Numbers 2, 4, 6, and 8, listen to my command!"

"Yes, sir!"

"Your mission is to entangle the Zen masters surrounding the conjoined beings, under

the command of Little Eagle Number Two!" "Understood!" "

Gold Medal Assassins Numbers 0, 3, 5, and 7, listen to my command!"

"Yes, sir!"

"Your mission is to remain at the Killing Fortress to prevent retaliation and sneak attacks from various forces!"

"Understood!" "

Leng Duxing of the Supervision Hall, listen to my command!"

"Yes, sir!" "

The remaining members of the Robbery Hall and the elite forces within the fortress are all under your command. Lead them to quickly rendezvous with "January," then proceed to the assembly point to lie in wait. Also, convey my oral decree: Da Nian is the overall commander of this operation, codenamed Eagleman. According to intelligence, he has the authority to act first and report later, acting according to the circumstances!"

"Understood!"

"Kill the Fortress Rules: Those who leak secrets will be killed; those who miss opportunities will be killed; those who retreat in the face of battle will be killed!"

"Your subordinates will never forget!"

"Any questions?"

"No!"

"Good! Remember the last point: this operation is codenamed 'Releasing the Eagle,' and I am the Eagle's Nest."

Today I issued the general mobilization order. The elite troops of the fortress packed their bags. Although they didn't know the specific operation plan, they faithfully carried out my orders. I sent them to the Nine Heavens Path, personally handing each of them the air-filtering pills. "Brothers, take care, have a safe journey!" They all bowed to the ground. "Holy Lord, may you achieve your goal!" They disappeared into the swirling poisonous fog, heading towards the designated assembly point!

Also today, a tavern owner at the foot of Hengshan Mountain in the Southern Vietnam Alliance suddenly received a letter from home that had been cut off for months. It was just a small note. He read it while crying, repeatedly reading the small note for a quarter of an hour, finally swallowing it down with his tears with great reluctance. The note contained only eight words: Eagle's Nest Releases the Eagle, Young Eagles Have Emerged.

Today is a festival for all the underground workers of the Assassination Fortress on the mainland. They all retrieved their treasured weapons, collected over many years, from under their beds, in front of their stoves, and even in their chicken coops, carefully wiping and repeatedly sharpening them. The cold glint of blades gleamed in every dark corner of the mainland.

Thunder rumbled, a storm was imminent!

Chapter Twelve: Fresh Out of the Gate

My clothes were still stained with Xiaoyu's tears. She had never been so far from me before, because we had never left the Assassination Fortress. I think this is the fate of the Assassination Fortress people; one day they will all leave for the same purpose.

Killing is a terrifying thing. Although I killed people when I was very young, I didn't kill many. This reminded me of Void. Once I asked him how many people he had killed, and he blinked and said he didn't know. I didn't believe him. Xiaoyu, Chusan, and I all liked to play in his garden. He was a master of flower arrangement. I once asked him where he got so many flowers. He said that every time he left the Assassination Fortress, he would bring back a certain type of flower. The people of the Assassination Fortress only had one purpose when they went out. I counted; there were 227 kinds of flowers in this exquisitely tended garden by the Void. I thought that if the Void hadn't been born in Killing Fortress, he would definitely be the best flower grower on the continent.

Before me was a sky full of poisonous fog. Our small boat had been traveling on the Nine Heavens Road for four hours. My companions and I took some air-filtering pills, which were antidotes for poisonous gas. Just one pill would make you feel comfortable from your throat to your lungs! Actually, I didn't need these things; my body would automatically expel the toxins that damaged my body through my pores. But one should always keep some privacy, because you never know when it might save your life. This journey was so boring. I looked back at the few young people behind me. They were all older than me, but the oldest was only eighteen. They were products personally trained by my grandfather. If it weren't for those ten of them risking their lives to rescue my grandfather's body... Thinking of this, I dared not think any further.

They had another very peculiar characteristic: they were all incomplete men. The kung fu my grandfather taught them was peculiar; neither men nor women could practice it. I asked them about the origin of this kung fu, and the oldest one told me that many years ago, the eunuchs in the palace all knew martial arts, and this particular kung fu was created specifically for them. Everyone tried to steal it, and the emperor, in a fit of anger, forbade the eunuchs from practicing martial arts anymore, so the kung fu flowed out of the palace. I then asked if this kung fu was powerful! He said it certainly wouldn't meet the emperor's approval. I told him that if he called for the emperor again, I'd throw him into the river. He quickly said, "Young master, please calm down! Young master, please calm down!" Truly a teachable child!

Watching their androgynous movements, I couldn't help but think that ten eunuchs could rescue one person from the encirclement of three of the world's greatest martial arts masters (all severely injured) and two elite gangs. The martial arts they were trained in were unbelievably powerful. I asked them what this martial art was called, and they said it was called the Sunflower Manual. I said, "Since you don't have names, let's call you Little Sunflower, Little Flower (if you're feeling a bit wronged), the one who's seasick, Little Treasure, and the one behind, Little Manual."

After leaving the waterway, I fell into a deep sleep, missing the sunset and the moonlit night on Kunming Lake—a bit of a regret.

I spent two days on the boat before disembarking and entering a large city built near the lake. It was my first time in a city, and the bustling streets captivated me. But often, before I could even fully appreciate something new, it would disappear behind the carriage. That's life; why bother?

Seeing the desolate scenery before me once again, I thought intensely of Xiaoyu and Chusan, their alluring bodies. The rules of the Killing Fortress needed to be changed! Why can't we bring women on missions? My damned adolescence! Staring at my inexplicably swollen member, as if protesting against me, I couldn't help but weakly cry out, "God! Someone save me!"

The carriage and four knights in straw raincoats and hats sped along the forest road, torrential rain and flashing lightning chasing wildly behind us. This year's spring rain was strange, its force so astonishing. Did they know I was coming?! As I was idly pondering this, the carriage came to a stop in the wind and rain. Xiao Kui's voice outside was filled with helplessness: "Young Master, why won't our horses run anymore? They're completely exhausted!" I said calmly, "Kill Fortress rules: anyone who disobeys orders will be executed on the spot." The others outside couldn't help but laugh. "Young Master, there's a dilapidated bamboo house up ahead; we can take shelter from the rain there." I looked at the dark clouds filling the sky and felt a wave of despair. "Let's stay up ahead tonight; this rain won't stop for at least a night!"

When we arrived at the bamboo house, we found that someone had already gotten there. Xiao Kui, left with no other choice, gently knocked on the door. "Friend, we're both just passing through, please make way!" Xiao Kui's voice, already neither male nor female, sounded even more terrifying in the wind and rain. Sure enough, the person inside said, "Friend, your voice and appearance are disheveled, and your speech is unrecognizable. You must be in a hurry. I advise you to continue on your way! It's overcrowded." I didn't get angry but laughed, saying to Xiao Kui beside me, "This guy is really something. He laughs at your bad voice, but there are clearly twelve people plus a dog on two floors inside, yet he insists it's overcrowded." I then asked Xiao Bao behind me, the kid I liked, the one with the most mischievous ideas, "Xiao Bao, what do you think?" Xiao Kui was the eldest among them, and seeing his elder brother insulted, he was in no good mood. He only uttered one word: "Damn!" The next moment, the already tattered curtain door turned to dust.

"Clang! Clang! Clang!" The people in the room were all skilled fighters. A series of sounds of weapons being drawn rang out, eight flashes of cold light, eight longswords of identical style. "So you are disciples of the Western Liang Sword Capital, my apologies!" We entered the room and casually removed our raincoats. The leader, seeing our composure, gave the others a wink. In an instant, swordplay moved, sword light flashed, and with just a few changes in position, the feeling was completely different. "It's actually the Eight Immortals of the Azure Sea Formation, the secret of the Sword Capital. You gentlemen are not of low status!" I continued to tease them. When I mentioned the name of the Eight Immortals of the Azure Sea, the eight young men were also shocked. The leader brandished his longsword and pointed it directly at me: "Speak! Who exactly are you?" "Don't be rude to the young master!" Xiao Kui shouted. With a left-hand strike, I aimed at the man's longsword. The sword deflected, and a chilling, icy energy flowed from the blade into the man's body, instantly causing him great harm. He cried out in surprise and retreated, glaring at us. Inside, the fire burned brightly in the hearth. Xiao Kui and the others' unusual appearance and build made it clear they were eunuchs. These people must have realized something: they had brought a eunuch with them, and they knew the secrets of my sword-wielding technique—could they be nobles of the Western Liang royal family, all allies of the Sword Capital? Now they dared not act rashly.

The two sides faced off when footsteps sounded from upstairs. I looked up and saw a young woman in palace attire appear at the corner of the stairs. Had heaven truly come to my rescue? To encounter such a stunning beauty in such a desolate inn! Her face was as beautiful as ice and jade, breathtakingly gorgeous. Her dark blue palace robes, adorned with a phoenix hairpin and a crescent moon, not only proclaimed her noble status but also accentuated her elegant and ethereal气质 (qi zhi - inherent quality/temperament). Especially striking were her eyes, like the two brightest stars in the night sky, blending lightness and intelligence, charm and dreamlike quality. She was undoubtedly a girl of exceptional talent and beauty. I was so captivated that I forgot to speak, simply staring at her in a daze.

"You audacious scoundrel, how dare you molest the young lady!" Clearly, this man was deeply in love with her, disregarding my status. But when did the morals of China change? Looking at a young lady is considered molestation? I began to loathe this extremely self-righteous fellow! Sword energy approached, the Eight Immortals Formation of the Vast Sea activated. I remained unmoved within the formation, still locked in a deep gaze with this stunningly beautiful woman who had fallen from the sky.

The nearest sword was only four inches from my throat, yet it froze in mid-air—or rather, all eight swords were controlled. Xiao Kui held dozens of silk threads in her hand, the ends of which were simply ordinary sewing needles. These threads had now bound their swords, while the tiny sewing needles had already pierced their vital points the instant the sword formation was activated. Each of them was struck by several needles, each one hitting a vital spot that affected the flow of qi and blood. The Eight Immortals of the Canghai, ranked second in the Three Talents Formation of Xiliang Sword Capital, were defeated without even making a single move.

I finally withdrew my gaze from the beauty and turned to look at the arena. The eight men looked on in disbelief. I carefully recalled everything about Xiliang in the New Year's report and had a plan in mind. I signaled Xiao Kui to release the restrictions on them. The colorful flying threads and needles vanished instantly into Xiao Kui's sleeve. I never expected the Sunflower Manual to be so miraculous; it truly was a rare and divine skill! I smiled slightly at the group of people who were slumped on the ground, their faces filled with fear. "Considering Master Feng Ruxue's feelings, I'll forgive your disrespect. Tell me, how did you Three Talents Swordsmen end up here?" The person currently in charge of the Three Talents Formation in Sword Capital is called Feng Ruxue, and the disciples who practice the Three Talents Formation under her are called Three Talents Swordsmen. I naturally don't know this Feng Ruxue, but I've seen the diagram of this sword technique in the Scripture Pavilion. Therefore, relying on the few eunuchs around me, I pretended to be a member of the Western Liang royal family. When these people heard me address their master by his name and that their "eunuchs" were so skilled in martial arts, they naturally thought they had kicked a hornet's nest and couldn't help but cry out, "Thank you, sir! Thank you, sir! My fellow disciples and I are here in Kunlun on the orders of our master. We were entrusted to escort Miss Nalan Aoxing of the Left Prime Minister of Kunlun to Ningyuan City, which is 500 miles away. We didn't know you were here, sir. We have offended you greatly!" The disciples of Sword Capital are nothing special.

I didn't want to deal with them anymore, so I called out, "You should all go back to Jiandu and tell your teacher what happened. Let him decide how to punish you!" "But here... Miss Nalan..." "Senior brother! Let's go!" Hmm! At least there are some sensible people among these people!

The sound of horses' hooves faded away in the spring rain. I sincerely thanked these fools from Xiliang and turned to the stunning beauty. Suddenly, the beauty held her cute little belly and let out a string of silvery laughter: "A bunch of 'hanging boot ghosts' are gone, and now a big liar has come. What am I going to do?" 01-27
Chapter Thirteen Listening to the Spring Rain All Night in a Small Building

Looking at the beautiful woman laughing so hard, I couldn't help but feel a little smug. I wasn't wrong, was I? She really is a genius girl with great wisdom.

"With your discerning eyes, how could you not see through a child's trick!"

"Oh? You actually know? Then I'd like to ask you how I saw through your scheme?" Nalan Aoxing said sweetly.

I was overjoyed: "Is there a prize for answering correctly?"

Nalan Aoxing lowered her head, thinking that she had finally met someone fun, and then said: "At most, I'll invite you up to the small building for a chat!"

My goal was achieved! I chuckled, "Since you come from the family of the Left Prime Minister of Kunlun, you naturally know that there have been no eunuchs skilled in martial arts in this world for over a hundred years. I can fool those country bumpkins, but how could I fool someone of your noble birth!"

"You've got some skill! Come on up!" Just as I was overjoyed, the beauty suddenly turned around and asked me curiously, "Have I seen you before?"

"Whether you've seen me or not is not important, I have seen you many times in my dreams!"

"Pah! You gossipy fool! I'm talking about that jade pendant on your waist, I've definitely seen it somewhere before!"

This is my betrothal gift, given to me by my father-in-law and I've always carried it with me. My fiancée comes from a prestigious family in Kunlun, and this woman in front of me is the daughter of the Left Prime Minister. If she says she's seen it before, it must be on my fiancée. They might even know each other. How could I bring this up with such a beauty in front of me!

"You must have mistaken me for someone else, I've carried this jade pendant with me since I was a child!"

"Hmph!" The beauty gave a soft snort! "Judging from your shifty eyes and evasive words, that thing must be from a bad source! I'll interrogate you properly once I remember!"

This beauty was not only incredibly intelligent but also remarkably perceptive. I felt a surge of frustration, utterly helpless! Just when I was at my wit's end, her sweet voice filled me with joy again, "Hey, why aren't you upstairs? Do I have to go down and fetch you?" She was already running upstairs.

Exciting! Truly exciting! Xiaoyu and Chusan were generally very obedient to me, their occasional teasing always perfectly appropriate. How could this fairy be so different? Superhumanly intelligent, with keen senses, her words sometimes bursting with coquettish charm, sometimes sharp wit? Even someone as clever as me was led by the nose by her. I climbed the stairs, determined to regain the initiative and win the beauty's heart.

The beauty upstairs was also quite surprised. Normally, she would never smile at any handsome young man, but why was she using her usual nagging skills on a chubby boy with an ordinary appearance? She didn't know why she wanted to make things difficult for him, especially seeing his confident and annoying look, she wanted to go up and beat him up. Thinking of this, the beauty was startled by her own inappropriate thoughts. Footsteps came, and the beauty quickly composed herself.

The people upstairs were clearly her servants: a maid, a coachman, and a clerk-like figure. The maid was alright, but the coachman and the clerk were definitely not simple characters. The coachman possessed martial arts skills as solid as an iron wall, and the clerk, in particular, when I met his eyes, I felt an invisible true energy emanating from them! This move was strikingly similar to one of my master's Heaven-Searching Divine Eyes. I suffered a great loss from this when I was seven years old, and now you little brat are trying to play this trick on me? With a slight smile, I channeled my energy into my eyes, and they shot away. The clerk felt as if he had been struck on the head, and he coughed a few times to cover it up.

The intelligent and virtuous young lady, of course, knew what had happened and shouted, "Get down here!" The clerk hurriedly called out, "Miss..." But his young lady put her hands on her hips, furrowed her brows, and pouted. The group immediately scurried downstairs, and before leaving, the clerk gave me a meaningful look, urging me to behave myself. "Who cares about you?" I thought to myself. "Do you think you can come back up after going down?"

Nalan Aoxing was even more ashamed. "What's wrong with me today? Not only did I show him the domineering side I only show to my closest relatives, but I also dismissed the guards who are always by my side." Fang Xinbuyou felt a pang of bitterness and sighed, "How could this be?"

We were both lost in our own thoughts, and all we could hear was the gentle spring rain and rumbling thunder outside.

I looked at her and she was truly breathtaking. Her willow-leaf eyebrows were furrowed at the tip of a finger, her phoenix eyes were dreamlike and ethereal, her delicate mouth was slightly upturned with joy, her full breasts heaved, and her long, slender legs swayed gently. I fully appreciated the myriad charms of this young woman when I heard a delicate shout: "Have you seen enough?"

I subconsciously shook my head: "No!"

"You...you..." How could someone of her noble birth have suffered such disrespect? All the grievances she'd endured upstairs were released in an instant. Seeing the beauty weep without complaint, I inwardly cursed myself for being foolish. I went forward and offered words of comfort and reassurance until I felt utterly worthless. Only then did the beauty's expression soften. "Remember this," she said, "I'll definitely get my revenge for all the humiliation I suffered today." Then I thought, "You're so rude! You knew my name earlier, but you haven't introduced yourself yet!" It turned out the beauty still cared about me after all. I quickly said, "My name is Kunlun Wu Hui!" The beauty's eyes flashed with surprise: "Your surname is Kunlun!?" I couldn't help but berate myself, "Foolish! Anyone on the mainland who dares to have the surname Kunlun must be from the Kunlun clan of the Great Emperor of China. There is no other clan. How could I tell you the truth!" I quickly explained, "Miss, you may have misunderstood. My family..." "Our ancestors lived in remote mountainous areas and had no connection with the Kunlun clan of China!"

Nalan Aoxing thought about it and realized it made sense. This generation of the Kunlun clan had four sons and four daughters, whom she knew well. She had never heard of any of their sons being named Wu Hui. Her heart sank, and she felt a little discouraged. Although the man in front of her was of ordinary appearance, he had the pure innocence of a child. Although he was a bit stout, his every move exuded a graceful and extraordinary air. His intelligence and wit were no less than her own. What was most precious was that she got along well with him, as if they were blood relatives. This made her forget everything and no longer have to maintain the facade of being the daughter of the Left Prime Minister. It was incredibly easy and pleasant. However, she came from a family of high-ranking officials, and marriage required her to consider her options. She really wanted to escape to the mountains with him, even if he bullied her like he did today. It would still be a source of endless fun. But this was something she could only dream about! Listening to the gentle patter of spring rain outside the small building, I couldn't help but spontaneously recite: "

All night I listened to the spring rain in the small building, ink spilled on the desk, only sorrow remains

. I know not when youth will fade away. Though I have no heart, my heart is already pledged to Heaven!" Did she know what she was saying? Revealing her feelings to a man she had only known for half an hour, yet I had no doubt about her intentions—a heart of utmost sincerity and precious love! I immediately continued with another poem: "

All night I listened to the spring rain in the small building, lighting the lamp, but what I saw was scarce. Suddenly I heard wild songs, but I could not bear to listen, and so I wept before

Heaven!" He knew! He understood! Even his writing is so outstanding, how can I escape: "

Listening to the spring rain all night in a small building, the water is clear and the moon is bright. The pond has been uninhabited for a long time; there are nearly a hundred fish, all swimming aimlessly, without anything to rely on."

I continued : " Listening to

the spring rain all night in a small building, the world is unpredictable, the wind and clouds are swift, the beauty is not here, the lamplight has been mistaken for a floating duckweed wedding dress. " She continued: "Listening to the spring rain all night in a small building, the wine is left over, the water clock drips, the sound of water stirs the heart, tender words, under the flowers and moon, facing each other alone, the rain is drizzling." I also have: " Listening to the spring rain all night in a small building, longing for red beans, tears of blood drip, mountains red, streams green, spring waves surging, wind blowing clothes." She continued: "Listening to the spring rain all night in a small building, the wind and frost are like swords, pressing hard, three hundred and sixty days a year." A fleeting moment, I'm hard to find again: A night in a small building, listening to the spring rain, drunk on a cold bed, eyes blurred, red candles burned, a hundred-fold skirt startled awake, a figure clear . Again: A night in a small building, listening to the spring rain, spring flowers withered, spring grass sparse, already feeling the spring breeze, spring endless, spring heart unable to bear the urgent sounds of spring . Still : A night in a small building, listening to the spring rain, green water before the terrace, alas, fragrant flowers have no place to lean on, tomorrow we'll drink together, two people parting. "Tomorrow we'll drink together, two people parting! Tomorrow we'll drink together, two people parting!" Ao Xing repeatedly chanted this line of mine, suddenly a heart-wrenching pain flashed in her beautiful eyes, "No!" A heart-wrenching scream, she threw herself into my arms! Those downstairs reacted to the sound, but silence returned in an instant; even a top-tier master couldn't withstand the thousand needles and threads of 'Sunflower,' 'Flower,' 'Treasure,' and 'Classic. ' The stunning beauty in my arms, tears streaming down her face, raised her head, mustering all her courage! "Three days. I must reunite with my father in Ningyuan City in three days. So, so give me one last sentence, move me! Destroy me! Give me a reason to stay by your side, even if it's just for three days, please!" She broke free from my embrace, turned her back, and softly uttered her lines: " I listened to the spring rain all night in my small building, only to regret that we could never meet again. Is separation and reunion predetermined? Only traces remain on my sleeve and pillow. " "It's your turn!" After saying this, she seemed to have used all her strength. I helped her up from behind, letting her lean against my chest, my heart filled with pity. What did I do to deserve such a beautiful woman? But looking at her boundless affection for me just now, I deeply realized that without her, this life would be meaningless! Even Buddha and Yama, the King of Hell, could not stop me from marrying you! I suddenly thought of a pair of legendary lovers in the "Ode to the Azure Sky" from over a hundred years ago. "Aoxing, listen!" A night in the small building, listening to the spring rain, leaving no stain, yet trapped in the murky ditch, in the mortal world, whose poem is it that flowers fall and people die, yet neither abandons the other? Aoxing's shoulders trembled, silently weeping. She didn't turn back to my embrace. I was utterly despondent and about to leave when Aoxing suddenly turned around, her face full of tears. The most touching part was a faint smile: "Fool! Do you think I'd kiss you willingly?" Chapter Fourteen: Three Days and Two Nights. In a quiet valley, there was an ancient village. Today, the village welcomed two young guests, a boy and a girl. The boy is best left unmentioned, as his figure and appearance are nothing special. But the girl was a celestial being, causing Old Zhang's second uncle to have a stroke upon seeing her! However, the villagers all felt it was a pity, because she was even more foolish than Tiger Girl from Old Wang's family at the village entrance. She called the millstone a chessboard, the cornbread a stone, and the donkey a little horse. No wonder she was so beautiful yet married a fat man. Watching the two walk away, the villagers continued to discuss. Watching Aoxing playing and shouting happily not far ahead, I couldn't help but think of our love-defining kiss last night. It filled me with immense sweetness, yet also dealt me a devastating blow. I, who pride myself on my kissing skills, had actually made Aoxing fall asleep during that kiss! She was exhausted! She had cast aside her family, her status, everything she could cast aside, finding complete liberation in that kiss. Thinking of this, an overwhelming feeling of love and tenderness welled up within me! Although I hadn't possessed her body, what did it matter? This morning, watching her wake up in my arms, I felt a satisfaction I had never experienced before. I thought of Xiaoyu, anxiously waiting for me in the fortress, and Chusan, tirelessly working on the Eagle Release Operation. Would they only be satisfied if I brought them to climax? No. Xiaoyu was content with her endless longing for me, Chusan was content with her hard work for my operation, and Aoxing was content as long as she had me. What more could I ask for?

"Elephants!" Aoxing exclaimed excitedly, "Wu Hui! Come and see, there are elephants here, and lots of baby elephants too!" I rushed over, and when I got to Aoxing's side, I almost fell off my horse. Composing myself, I said with tenderness, "Aoxing, those aren't elephants, those are pigs!" How could she, raised in the comforts of a wealthy family, have ever seen these wild country creatures? Aoxing shook her head vigorously, "No, no, these are elephants, the books say so, look at its big trunk!" I was exasperated, "Didn't the books say that elephant trunks are six or seven feet long?" "Then, those little ones must be elephants, right?" I was speechless! “The smaller one is naturally a piglet!” Aoxing was really stubborn. “The pigs I’ve seen aren’t like this!” “Tell me what kinds of pigs you’ve seen.” Aoxing listed them off like a treasure trove: “I’ve seen many! There’s ice and fire suckling pig, bamboo shoots mixed with pig’s heart, swan meat shreds stewed with pig’s trotters…” “Alright, alright, alright! Aoxing, you’re so smart, I was just joking with you! This is an elephant!” I was almost crying. This was no longer the agile, quick-witted, and exceptionally intelligent girl I first met!

“Big sister is so beautiful! As beautiful as a hot spring flower!” the pig-herding boy exclaimed. Aoxing dismounted and came to the boy’s side: “Tell sister, you said sister is as beautiful as a hot spring flower, so where can we see hot spring flowers?” “It’s so far, sister,” the boy pointed to the distant mountains. “Go into the mountains and follow the stream, it will take you a whole day and night on horseback!” Aoxing turned to me with a bright smile. I knew her curious nature all too well; hearing about a flower as beautiful as herself, she would definitely want to find out.

We decided to travel through the night because Aoxing and I really had very little time! Suddenly, the shouts of the pig-herding boy from afar rang out: "You big idiot! Hurry up, or Mommy will scold you!" Aoxing stopped her horse, her cheeks flushed, and gave me two hard punches. It was the first time the little girl had blushed in front of me; her expression was absolutely adorable!

The valley was incredibly quiet at night. A few bird calls startled Aoxing into my arms. The little girl, clearly enjoying the experience, kept asking me for kisses. The journey was incredibly sensual for a moment, but I soon had to accept the harsh reality: Aoxing had fallen asleep again in my kisses! Looking at the sleeping beauty in my arms, I couldn't help but sigh, "Aoxing, oh Aoxing! What am I going to do with you?"

Looking at the changing vegetation and feeling the rising geothermal heat, I knew we were almost there! Sure enough, upon emerging from the forest, we found a clearing of about two acres filled with jagged, strangely shaped rocks. Surrounding these rocks were three steaming hot springs, and scattered among the crevices were exquisite wildflowers. Upon seeing them, Ao Xing cried out in surprise and leaped forward, instantly washing away the fatigue of her journey. Xu Kong had once said that the crown jewel of the continent's flowers was called the Rain Orchid Comet, its blossoms pure white like jade, of medium size, with six petals, thriving in warm climates and requiring rainwater to grow. I thought this must be it; growing amidst hot springs and possessing such unparalleled beauty, it must be the continent's premier flower. I told Ao Xing this, and being childlike, upon hearing it was the queen of flowers, she plucked one and tucked it into her hair, asking me sweetly, "So? Which one is more beautiful?" The Rain Orchid was named Comet because its beauty fades as soon as it is picked, its beauty gone swiftly, like a comet. I told Aoxing again, and she took the flower from her hair and saw that it had indeed withered. She felt a pang of regret, lingering over the faded, lifeless flower in her hand, reluctant to discard it.

Just then, I heard the sound of water behind me and became lost in thought. Aoxing, seeing the hot spring, had been tempted to wash away her worldly cares, sending me to protect her and forcing me to swear an oath of no return. Sitting here, I couldn't help but think of Aoxing's attendants whom I had sent away. They should be in Ningyuan City by now, and Aoxing's family should know everything.

Footsteps sounded behind me. My beloved Aoxing! How could I face your family if I took your grandmother? The footsteps stopped behind me; I could feel her warmth and smell her virginal fragrance and freshness. I could only harden my heart and take a step forward. "Aoxing, I swore I wouldn't turn back. How will you explain this to your family? How will you explain this to..." I couldn't speak anymore, because Aoxing was already standing in front of me. She stood tall, her naked body proudly facing me, calmly saying, "My body and soul belong to you. What can the world do to me?" I now deeply hated that I was a normal man.

The heat of the hot spring couldn't compare to the passion between Aoxing and me. I kissed every inch of her skin, not even sparing that secret place among the flowers. My tongue lingered on her exquisite lips, bringing her waves of trembling pleasure. I held her slender waist with one hand and cupped her breasts with the other. One delicate nipple had proudly stood erect to its limit under my caresses.

I used my lips to pry open the gates of Aoxing's secret valley, my incredibly skillful wet tongue penetrating her incredibly tight passage. Aoxing finally let out a long-suppressed moan. To my delight, I discovered that every time my tongue brushed against a certain spot on Aoxing's flower path, it would cause her delicate body to tremble slightly. Like a mischievous child, I kept licking her sensitive spots. Finally, Aoxing let out a sweet, soft moan, and my head was suddenly squeezed between her legs. Her lower body contracted violently, and a stream of sweet nectar spilled from her flower chamber. I was overjoyed, tightly covering her lips with mine, sucking up every last drop of this delicacy.

I took the now-climaxed Aoxing to the spring and carefully washed her. Everywhere my hands touched was warm and smooth. Aoxing was completely pressed against my body, her hazy, alluring eyes occasionally glancing at my swollen member that I kept touching. Aoxing's small hands fidgeted nervously behind her back; I knew exactly what she was feeling. I took her soft hand and placed it on my member, and Aoxing's moan immediately disappeared into my kiss. All of Aoxing's shyness melted away in that kiss. In the heat of passion, she pulled away from my embrace, her slender hands still caressing my erection. "Tell me, how can I make you happy!" The impending separation tomorrow made Aoxing decide to cast aside all reserve and savor this sweet moment with her beloved. I, too, disregarded everything, pressing Aoxing down and holding my erection to her lips. Aoxing seemed to understand, and she began to kiss my hardness repeatedly. Taking advantage of the moment she opened her mouth, I thrust my erection into her mouth. Amidst the hot springs, strange rocks, and exotic flowers, a stunningly beautiful woman embraced a man's back and buttocks, her beautiful face rising and falling beneath him.

My guidance greatly improved Aoxing's oral skills. She continuously swallowed and released my erection, trying to guide it to the deepest part of her mouth, her small, fragrant tongue repeatedly swirling and sweeping over the swollen tip. Feeling the increasingly intense pleasure in my penis, and seeing the alluring wildness emanating from Aoxing's pure and dignified face, I could no longer restrain myself. I suddenly pulled Aoxing up, using my waist and abdomen to spread her legs. In Aoxing's dazed state, my penis slid into her wetness and entered her secret valley. Aoxing gritted her teeth, bravely welcoming my penetration. I lovingly kissed her breasts, gently biting her pink nipples to distract her from the pain in her lower body. Soon, the beautiful woman's passage beneath me changed from painful spasms to gentle tightening. I knew Aoxing had adapted, so I lifted her legs and placed them on my shoulders. My penis then penetrated even deeper, pressing tightly against the entrance of her flower chamber. Aoxing, looking at my penis entering and exiting her secret place, was speechless, only able to moan and groan softly. I thrust deeply, one stroke after another, my member gently rotating to fully caress every inch of her flower path. Amidst Aoxing's increasingly sweet moans, the pleasure of orgasm overwhelmed her once more. Her valley sucked at my member with an incomparably beautiful force. Just as I was nearing my climax, I remembered Aoxing's beautiful posture as she swallowed and released my member, and whispered in her ear, "Want to taste my juices?" Aoxing, incapable of thought at that moment, nodded vigorously. Ejaculation was imminent; I abruptly withdrew from Aoxing's valley, my member disappearing into her mouth in an instant. The next moment, my member began to throb violently, hot molten lava pouring into her mouth, which Aoxing instinctively swallowed. After the passion subsided, we lay embracing each other in the hot spring.

Today was the day of our breakup. I hadn't uttered a single word since morning; instead, Aoxing kept trying to comfort and console me. I could only smile bitterly; her words were, in essence, meant for herself. Since we came out of the mountains, we have been followed at a distance by several riders. Although they were dressed in civilian clothes, their horses were all adorned with red tassels—the Imperial Guard. I smiled wryly again; the Left Prime Minister really dotes on his precious daughter.

Ahead lay a vast plain, with Ningyuan City situated at its edge. The moment of parting had arrived. Aoxing and I both halted our horses. This time, neither of us spoke. Aoxing was surprisingly strong; she didn't cry. Finally, she spoke: "Fool! You were so talkative when you were lying to me, but now that I'm leaving, you're mute!" "I was afraid you'd feel sorry for me and wouldn't leave." "Ah!" Aoxing's small fist swung at me again. I yelled and dodged. After playing around for a while, a cloud of dust appeared ahead—a large army was approaching! Aoxing finally stopped: "It's really time to go. Don't forget me!" With that, she turned her horse around. "Aoxing!" I called to her, reaching into my robes to take out a flower—a flower I had infused with life through my supreme inner strength! The world's first unfading Rain Orchid Comet! I tucked her hair into Aoxing's: "On the ninth day of the ninth lunar month, the Double Ninth Festival, I will go to the Left Prime Minister's residence in the capital to propose marriage. Aoxing, rest assured, no one can refuse me!" Aoxing's tears finally fell.

Aoxing left! My heart also felt as if it had lost its home. I looked at the sky and suddenly let out a sharp whistle. A strong eagle appeared on the horizon. "I will come back to find you after I have shattered the pieces," "Aoxing, you must wait for me!"

Chapter Fifteen: Why Fight

? The 29th day of the fourth month of the 57th year of the Hongshun reign of the Eagle Emperor of the Kunlun Calendar of the Chinese Empire. My carriage was heading to a small place called Jinshui Town. Although it was unknown on the continent, twenty years ago, a peerless swordsman emerged from here. His sword legend was as enchanting and sweet as a dream. But when he tore open your throat in your dream and you suddenly woke up, you would find that the dream had come true! The Sword of Startling Dreams! And the swordsman who left Jinshui Town was the number one swordsman of the world—the Sword of Startling Dreams.

Jian Jingmeng once had a lover in Jinshui Town. They were childhood sweethearts; the boy practiced swordsmanship, the girl excelled in weaving and dyeing—both were highly skilled crafts. The townspeople called them a perfect couple, a match made in heaven. But one day, a caravan of merchants arrived from afar. They were the town's breadwinners; the townspeople relied on their purchases of their silk for income. So the townspeople remained indifferent to the girl's cries for help. When Jian Jingmeng arrived, his lover was already dead in a pool of filthy bodily fluids. Jian Jingmeng said nothing, simply burying her where he had practiced swordsmanship. That night, a fierce wind swept through the town, accompanied by howling ghosts and flying sand and stones. No one went out that night, and the next morning they found the caravan's inn filled with corpses. They never saw Jian Jingmeng again.

Looking at the letter Da Nian sent me, I was filled with emotion. Jian Jingmeng was indeed a man of deep feeling! Tomorrow is the anniversary of his lover's death; he will appear at her grave at noon.

I have been separated from Ao Xing for over half a month. She must be home in the capital by now. Thinking of Aoxing, I couldn't help but think of Xiaoyu and Chusan; I wondered if they were also intensely missing me.

After I left, Xiaoyu had been living in the Void Garden. Although the Void was extremely reluctant, it still made room for Xiaoyu, and she began working as a flower grower. Today, Xiaoyu suddenly felt a breeze from afar, like a lover's words, gently caressing her skirt. She felt someone watching her, so she put down the pot of flowers in her hand, slowly raised her head, and saw a chubby little boy at the entrance of the garden, smiling foolishly at her. Xiaoyu wiped away her tears, rose from the couch, and looked around—a dream.

A hawk had landed on the roof of the carriage, pecking at the ceiling above me, chirping incessantly. Two pieces of news: the Conjoined Traitors' convoy was only ten miles from the quarry; the Southern Yue region was peaceful, and our attack force had successfully reached its positions. I couldn't help but admire Da Nian. While the intelligence was certainly accurate, the fact that he could arrange everything so precisely a month ago was a priceless treasure left to me by my grandfather! Thinking of this, an interesting question came to mind, so I quickly wrote a letter and sent it to the hawk to deliver quickly. The letter read:

Da Nian:

Please give my regards to the brothers!

I want to ask you, after wandering the mainland for so many years, have you ever seen an elephant? You don't know what an elephant is, do you? It doesn't matter if you don't, just ask someone who does, and then get me one. Make sure it's delivered to Kunlun Capital before the Double Ninth Festival; I need it urgently! Absolutely! I don't want to know Da Nian's expression when he sees this letter representing the highest wartime directive from Eagle's Nest, but I thoroughly enjoy the joy the elephant will bring to Ao Xing. The little girl will

definitely

jump for joy! Thinking of this, I couldn't help but chuckle again. The

low atmosphere at the Left Prime Minister's residence in the capital had lasted for over half a month. The eldest daughter, who had returned from the Left Prime Minister's border patrol, still hadn't left her room, and the Left Prime Minister had smashed more than half of the teacups in the residence. Today, the fifty-something-year-old Left Prime Minister appeared at the young lady's door again, relentlessly carrying out his daily persuasion. "Aoxing! You're all grown up now, how can you still be so willful?" The person inside naturally ignored him. Taking advantage of her father's relentless bombardment, Nalan Aoxing crafted an exquisite calendar. She carefully calculated her wedding date, gently stroking the Rain Orchid Comet hair ornament on her head, her face radiating intoxicating sweetness. The Left Prime Minister, who had been getting no response from outside the door, finally decided to try a different approach: "Aoxing, your relationship was settled after those few days, would your father force you to your death? But you should at least let your father know this person's name, shouldn't you?" The girl inside was overjoyed to hear her father's tacit approval and quickly said, "His name is Kunlun Wuhui!" "Bang!" The door shattered, and Aoxing was startled by her father's actions. "Say his name again!" Nalan Jingde, the powerful Left Chancellor of the Kunlun Dynasty of the Chinese Empire, who had never wavered even in the face of a thousand troops, turned ashen-faced upon hearing a name. "He said... he said his name is Kunlun Wu Hui, and he also said..." After receiving confirmation, Nalan Jingde grabbed Ao Xing and leaped out of the house. The next moment, they appeared before the ancestral hall.

"The unworthy son of the Nalan family, Jingde, brings his unworthy daughter, Ao Xing, to beg forgiveness from our ancestors!" He finished speaking, already sobbing uncontrollably! In the center of the ancestral hall was the memorial tablet of the previous Nalan family head, the name inscribed there clearly reading "Nalan Sheng"!

I gazed at the starry sky outside the car window, my mind racing. What was the purpose of my battle tomorrow? For the sake of the common people? No, the opponent was merely a warrior. For the sake of my beloved? No, neither my beloved nor I knew him. Then it must be for my grandfather! But I immediately and reluctantly denied it. Grandpa's death was just an excuse for my attack, merely an excuse! Before leaving, Grandpa explained everything, entrusting me with everything he left behind! Then why did he so desperately want to die? Thinking of all the teachings Grandpa had given me, I found the answer to this question that had puzzled me for so long. Everything Grandpa did in his life was simply to ensure the survival of himself and his descendants! And I, everything I'm doing now, is also for survival. There's no country, no fame, no glory; all I have is the belief in my own survival! I kill for the survival of my loved ones, I kill for the survival of my subordinates. In this dog-eat-dog world, killing is survival! The east is still shrouded in darkness. I ordered Xiao Kui and the others to set off. Today is the day to prove my survival. May Grandpa be with me!

In the Nalan Clan Ancestral Hall of the Left Prime Minister's Residence in Xixing City, the capital of the Kunlun Dynasty, Nalan Jingde pointed to a memorial tablet in the center and said to his daughter, who was already stunned, "That is Kunlun Wu Hui's maternal grandfather! The previous head of our Nalan lineage. According to seniority, Father should call him Sixth Master. This Sixth Master of Father's only has one daughter. You met her when you went to the palace a few days ago. She is Nalan Yuanfang, whom you call Sixth Grandmother. She is the current Empress!" Ao Xing, pale-faced, tentatively tried to find the last glimmer of hope, "Although Grandmother Yuanfang is relatively young, she has never had any children..." "Alas!" Her words were interrupted by a long sigh from her father: "But your sixth grandmother has a son whom no one knows about. He is the future emperor of the Kunlun clan, carefully crafted by your ancestor Nalan Sheng and your grandfather Baili. His name is Kunlun Wu Hui, and in your generation, he should be called Sixth Uncle. Now you should know what you have done with him." All of this became clear in Nalan Aoxing's heart. Why was she attracted to him? Why did she feel so close to him? Why did she lower herself to treat him with the sincerity one would show to family? He was family; they shared the same blood. Nalan Aoxing silently left the ancestral hall and walked into the night. She still didn't understand why her greatest love in this life was her own blood relative, why the person she had been so passionately involved with had suddenly become her Sixth Uncle.

I dozed off in the bumpy carriage, but an unbearable itch in my nose startled me awake. I sneezed comfortably and couldn't help but curse, "Who's cursing me out of the blue?!"

"You son of a bitch! You know, the Holy Lord is really something. He gave us a month's notice to lay in ambush, but instead, he's been traveling around sightseeing, and apparently he's hooked up with a young lady..." Zhang Zhi stammered, his voice trembling as his subordinate pointed at Chu San and gave him a sharp look. "He has a new girl?" Chu San thought absentmindedly. "Will he do what he did to me and boil her alive right away?" Chu San shook his head, his face flushed red, which scared Zhang Zhi and the others into keeping their distance. A flickering light appeared on a distant hill. Chu San awoke with a start. "The hare has entered Eagle Eye! Five miles ahead! Hey? Master Zhang! Why are you hiding from me?" Zhang Zhi's face flushed red as he quickly set up the traps: "Where are the traps?" "Reporting to Master, the traps have been checked!" "Where are the men?" "Reporting to Master, all two hundred members of Little Eagle One have assembled. Please give instructions!" Zhang Zhi stepped forward, his spirits lifted: "Does everyone know why we've been holed up in this godforsaken place for a month? No need to answer, because you don't need to know. But I want you to know that after today's battle, you will become heroes of Kill Fortress, you will receive a generous reward from the Holy Lord, and you will live a better life in the future! Ask me any questions you have!" "I have some, Master!" "Spit it out!" "How do we plan to fight, Master?" Zhang Zhi gritted his teeth: "Kill without mercy!" Like a wild beast about to be released from its cage.

"Little Eagle One, combat position! Little Eagle Two, combat position! All South Vietnamese infiltrators are on standby! Attack at dawn!"

I thought to myself that over a month of meticulous planning had finally yielded results. My eyes involuntarily fell on the last briefing report—crimson red! An urgent battle report! My heart skipped a beat. Damn it, I had just fallen asleep. Before me was Da Nian's handwritten note: "Holy Lord, wherever you are, please leave Jinshui Town immediately. Your situation has changed drastically. Holy Lord, you have appointed me as the wartime commander-in-chief. I have the authority to cancel your mission. Leave! Immediately!" I was stunned. "Young Master, we've arrived!" I looked out the window. Sure enough, there was a desolate grave ahead—the burial place of a tragically fated woman. I turned back to look at the letter in my hand, somewhat at a loss.

The owner of a small tavern at the foot of Hengshan Mountain in the Southern Yue Alliance rose before dawn. As usual, he tidied the tableware, placed the loose change in the counter, and then opened a large bundle, taking out a set of clothes and carefully dressing himself. In no time, he was a masked assassin in black. He meticulously checked his equipment: a finely crafted steel sword, coated with poison; a dagger, also poisoned; and twelve throwing knives, all poisoned. He carried all of this and turned to leave, but then regretfully returned to the counter, realizing he had forgotten to take a tinderbox. He thought to himself that he was getting old and had forgotten to set a fire before killing. He opened the tavern door, where more than thirty people dressed like him stood. He nodded to them, closed the door, and quickly disappeared into the pre-dawn darkness with them.

Meanwhile, I sat utterly pathetic in the carriage, thinking, "You can cancel my mission, but at least give me a reason I can accept it! What do you mean by 'sudden change of circumstances'?" This still didn't convince me. Just as I was wondering, a commotion came from the woods ahead. I glanced over and couldn't help but tear up the letter in my hand with a bitter smile. The reasons were here! And there were five of them!

Chapter Sixteen: Slaughtering All Sides

The Quarry Cave was a strange place. It was a small basin, half of which was shaded by trees, and the other half was rugged stone walls. Only a narrow path, about ten feet wide, ran through the entire quarry cave, and between the woods and the stone walls was a small open space for travelers to rest. At dawn, the quarry cave welcomed its first guest of the day.

"Little brother, wake up, don't sleep, you're making me drowsy too!" The speaker was a burly man, seven feet tall, with a shiny, muscular body full of devilish explosive power! The man tilted his head to one side, and we could see that his neck was much thicker than that of an average person. The person he was talking to was another head on that neck, making the scene extremely bizarre.

"Big brother, we've been traveling all day and all night, and I only got a short nap before you start complaining. When we get there, I'm going to tell Master you mistreated me!" These were the words of one of the conjoined brothers, I, Renweiren, who had just woken up.

"Come on, last time Master punished me, who was the one crying and rolling around in pain?" Renweiren scoffed.

"Big brother, that's not right! It was you who was rolling around!" the younger brother retorted.

"I wasn't the one crying, was I?" the eldest brother countered.

The second brother, realizing he couldn't gain the upper hand in this matter, immediately changed the subject: "And you're talking about me! A grown man like you can't even handle a girl!"

The eldest brother immediately retorted, "You still dare

to say that! People already thought I was strange, and then, in the heat of the moment, you sneezed, scaring a young lady to death!" "Brother, that's not fair of you. I covered my face with your clothes, how could I be the one who scared her to death? You were the one who was guilty, and now you're blaming me!"

"Second brother, your ability to talk nonsense without restraint is getting better and better..."

The eighty-person caravan was quickly overwhelmed by the brothers' banter. The travelers were used to the eldest and second eldest brothers' tempers and enjoyed their playful antics, so they relaxed their guard somewhat. But just then, something unexpected happened!

Looking at the group emerging from the forest, I felt a pang of discouragement. I was the one who came looking for trouble, but now they'd cornered me. Beside me, Xiao Kui and the others were already pushing the strange, demonic energy of the Sunflower Manual to its limit. From the deep hatred radiating from their faces, I knew these newcomers were involved in the killing of my grandfather. But I wasn't in a hurry; I couldn't afford to be hasty.

Three old monks dressed as wandering monks emerged from the forest, along with a middle-aged swordsman wielding a long sword. Finally, came a man whose identity was unclear. I looked at Xiao Kui, who immediately understood: "The one with the sword is Jian Jingmeng. Those three old monks are the ones who chased us that day; most of my fellow disciples died at their hands! I don't know the short man behind them either." I nodded.

The two sides faced off.

The leading old monk spoke: "This humble monk is Jie Xuan, the head of the Arhat Hall of the Buddhist Capital. To my right is Jie Kong, the head of the Demon Subduing Hall, and to my left is Jie Xian, the head of the Dharma Protector Hall of the Buddhist Capital. The other day, we heard that the disciples of Sword Saint Feng Ruxue encountered a group of people with strange martial arts. We thought they were old acquaintances, so we came here to pay our respects!" He finished speaking with a Buddhist mudra and a bow. Seeing their travel-worn faces, I couldn't help but feel fortunate that I had drawn all their attention. Otherwise, the Buddhist Capital would have launched a full-scale attack, my operation would have failed, and Killer Fortress would have been doomed from the loss of its elite forces. The more I thought about it, the more alarmed I became. How fortunate that the Buddhist Capital had misjudged the situation! They could never have imagined that Killer Fortress would plan such a massive counterattack in such a short time! Looking at Jian Jingmeng beside me, then at his lover's grave, my gaze finally settled on the old monks. A plan formed in my mind; a battle was inevitable. Let's see how I defeat them! Thinking this, I couldn't help but smile. "Xiao Kui, take my weapon!"

"Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!" The sound of arrows piercing the air rang out fiercely above the quarry. The conjoined brothers, who had been joking with each other just moments before, now shouted in unison, "Bandits! Everyone on guard!" In the blink of an eye, more than twenty people had fallen to the ground, all pierced by arrows, and two more were impaled by a single arrow! The leader of the conjoined brothers was terrified: "It's a repeating crossbow! It's too tough! Everyone, use your mounts for protection and get out of the forest quickly! This is the best option right now, but the road out of the forest is not easy to travel. There are tripwires, puncture pits, and fire-split bamboo all along the way. Almost every step will cost several lives! The conjoined brothers have no time to regret it now. They just keep charging forward, trying to break out of this dangerous place."

"Finally, we've broken through!" the second brother of the conjoined brothers sighed. Less than half of the eighty brothers remained, and they hadn't seen a single enemy! In the clearing between the woods and rocks, the conjoined brothers barely dared to breathe, cautiously scanning their surroundings. After the surprise attack, the entire quarry had returned to silence. The eldest brother, seeing the corpses of his men behind him, suddenly flew into a rage. He had never experienced such humiliation in his entire life of fighting for territory and engaging in brawls. He roared into the woods, "You filthy thieves, you bastards! Get out here if you're got a damn thing! Let's settle this once more!" As if in response, another volley of arrows rained down from the forest. This time, the conjoined brothers no longer cared about their men, because seven ghostly figures suddenly sprang from the ground before and behind them. The Kill Fortress's top assassin had finally struck!

Xiao Kui deftly retrieved a strangely shaped weapon wrapped in canvas from the carriage. The weapon was seven feet four inches long and one foot six inches wide. I weighed it in my hand and felt it weighed at least 130 or 140 pounds. Upon seeing my weapon, everyone present wore thoughtful expressions, while Jian Jingmeng, wielding the sword, had his eyes gleaming with excitement. He casually remarked, "I never imagined that after defeating all the famous swords in the world, I would encounter the Zhuge Giant Sword, ranked among the seven great weapons a hundred years ago! What a stroke of luck!" I replied, "Mr. Jingmeng, you are indeed a lover of swords. May I ask if you have come here today to attend the annual Yangming Gathering?" This question was incredibly sarcastic. Although Jian Jingmeng's face remained expressionless, the sword in his hand emitted a faint dragon's roar. The three high monks beside him looked puzzled. How could the usually magnanimous number one swordsman be provoked into genuine anger by a single sentence? Clearly, they were unaware of Jian Jingmeng's painful past. Everything was exactly as I had expected.

With my hands in the mudra, I bowed deeply to the elderly monks: "You are all highly accomplished monks. I wonder if you could perform a ritual to guide the departed souls, helping them let go of their past and aspire to the Western Paradise?" The head monk, Jie Xuan, returned my bow: "It is our duty to guide people through life and death. May I ask who you wish to guide?" I focused my gaze intently on Jian Jingmeng, then quickly looked away. "In the grave ahead lies a woman with a tragic fate. I sense that her soul lingers here, unwilling to leave. I hope you could recite a verse of the Sutra of Universal Salvation and Separation for her, so that this departed soul may ascend to the Western Paradise as soon as possible." As I spoke, I took out a coin of gold from my robes and placed it where the western wind was blowing. Although the Buddha had issued an order to slay demons, the young boy before him was still very young and courteous. Even if a battle was unavoidable today, he would still fulfill the boy's wish. He exchanged glances with the two monks beside him, saying, "This humble monk will certainly do his utmost for the benefactor and the deceased!" After saying this, he and his fellow disciples sat around the grave and began chanting scriptures. None of them noticed the sorrowful and mournful expression on Jian Jingmeng's face. The Buddhist chants faded away, and the beautiful soul was gone.

The conjoined brothers reacted the instant they noticed the figure. As expected of the top ten, one of them leaped into the air from his horse, first avoiding the attack, and then his hand shone brightly, illuminating the newcomer. This move was actually the supreme Zen Buddhist technique, "Buddha's Light Illuminates All!" The golden token of the Killing Fortress was activated again with ease; they were completely unaffected by the Buddha's light. One of them had already caught up with the conjoined brothers, a long sword aimed straight for their groin. The conjoined brothers lightly stomped on the sword with their legs, the force immense, actually sending them and the sword back to the ground. At the same time, they swung their palms to knock away the hidden weapon. Just as the second brother breathed a sigh of relief, the real killing move came from behind. Although the eldest brother had tried his best to defend, the second brother was still a fraction too slow. The conjoined brothers were, after all, two people, and their thinking faltered at this critical moment of life and death. A blade of light pierced through, filled with boundless domineering power, spraying blood in the air, and the man fell heavily to the ground. "Big...Big brother...what was that blade called again?" "The...the...the...strongest killing move of the Blade Valley..." "Oh!...It's called Stealing Love with a Blade! Big...Big brother...Big brother..." The conjoined brothers fell silent. Countless men in black surged out of the forest and rushed towards the Human Path members who no longer had the courage to resist!

As I finished chanting the Pudu Sutra, a surge of heroic spirit welled up within me. I drew my greatsword from the canvas, held it to my chest, and roared, "Take this!" The seven-foot-long sword, carrying a sky full of sword energy, swept forward like a whirlwind! Jian Jingmengqiang, awakened from his deep memories, drew his sword to meet the attack. The two swords clashed, their energy dissipating. The three old monks, of course, hadn't expected me to make a move. By the time they tried to rush to his aid, Xiao Kui and the other three had already blocked their way. I had long anticipated the vast and majestic power of the Zhuge Greatsword versus the ethereal and graceful style of the Jingmeng Sword. Jian Jingmeng, whose skill was already inferior to mine, was bound to suffer a loss in a direct confrontation. However, I hadn't expected him to be so weak. With just one strike, I had him coughing up blood and staggering back several feet. Fearing my pursuit, the three old monks flew to his side, with Jie Xuan even using his palm to brace his back and help him recover. So that's how badly my grandfather injured him that day, that he crumbled at the slightest touch with me. How could I possibly spare him now? "Sword Startled Dream! Today it will be a fight to the death! Come on! Your lover in the afterlife is already waiting for you!" With that, my eyes blazed with a fierce light. One of the old monks suddenly cried out in alarm, "It's the Heavenly Eye! No..." His cry was drowned out by the sound of Sword Startled Dream's figure cutting through the wind. The three of them had no choice but to follow him and attack me. Now, my target was no longer Sword Startled Dream; in my eyes, he was already a dead man. Facing the overwhelming onslaught, I remained fearless. The Balance of Man activated instantly, and I spun around at a speed almost invisible to the naked eye, dodging Sword Startled Dream's longsword and meeting the three top masters of the Zen sect. "Ah!" I let out a long shout, and the Balance of Man activated immediately. My true energy surged out like a hurricane, instantly freezing a vacuum within a ten-meter radius. The old monks were filled with disbelief, helpless in the vacuum, unable to struggle and could only watch as the giant sword swept across their chests. Peace returned to the desolate graveyard. Several old monks sat in meditation, their ribs shattered, beyond any hope of survival. "Young benefactor, your martial arts are superb. We are no match for you, but Zen Buddhism will surely seek justice for us!" He chanted a Buddhist prayer once more, then fell silent. I looked at Jian Jingmeng, who lay slumped on the ground. He too had been in the core of the true energy storm, his meridians now completely destroyed by the immense pressure of the vacuum; he was a cripple. "To be defeated by Zhuge's Great Sword is a great honor. If you are so kind as to grant me a final journey?" I simply thrust my greatsword forward, and it vanished before Jian Jingmeng's chest. "Thank you for helping my deceased wife find peace!" The number one swordsman in the world had died! I felt no great emotion and turned to face the last person, the short man who had neither spoken nor made a move from beginning to end.

At the foot of Hengshan Mountain in the Southern Yue Alliance, a small tavern was experiencing a significant drop in business. A major incident had occurred in the city that morning: the once-powerful Renjiandao sect had been wiped out, and the local elders and security committee had declared martial law, currently busy collecting the bodies. The tavern owner was excitedly writing something on a table in the back room. "Boss! Bring me some wine!" A customer entered, and the owner quickly folded a note and tucked it under the wing of a large bird inside. "The customer is coming!" A moment later, a hawk was seen leaping from the tavern into the sky and soaring into the distance.

"Since you're not with those people, I truly don't know what brings you here?" This short man wasn't mute after all! "The Nalan family of the capital has been kind to me. I heard the other day that someone abducted someone's daughter, so I came to investigate." It turned out he was sent by Ao Xing's family to spy on me! "So what do you want now?" The dwarf smiled bitterly. "I originally wanted these people to test your strength, but who knew you'd kill them all right away! I admit I can't beat you, so I'd like to invite you for a drink. Little brother, are you interested?"

Chapter Seventeen: Encounter in the Martial World

. Late spring is the most cloudy season, with the sun rarely seen. I sat in a tavern with a very ordinary-looking dwarf. Smelling the damp, earthy smell in the air, I couldn't help but drift into a daze. Now was indeed the time for drinking. We had won a complete victory; the brothers were probably already on their way home. But what about me? Where was my home? Killing Fortress wouldn't be my permanent residence, so where would I find my final resting place?

"Give it to me!" I said. The short man froze. "What are you bringing?" "Nonsense! Didn't you invite me here for drinks? Where's the wine?" "There's a waiter. Can't you just order what you want?" "Short man! To be honest, I don't like you. Sitting here with you makes me feel ignored. The reason is that I'm just an ordinary fat guy, and you're just an ordinary short guy. There are people like us all over the world, but I don't like this feeling!" "Just because I'm short and not a beautiful woman?" "Of course, that's not the whole reason." I lit my cigarette. "It's because you clearly have at least ten years' worth of Shaoxing wine on you, yet you have the nerve to make me ask the waiter for their diluted strong liquor." The short man smiled sheepishly. He took out a large wine jug from his pocket and placed it in front of us. "How did you know I had this on me?" I took the jug and put it to my lips. "I used my nose!" I said, and took a big gulp.

I remember discovering the wonder of the world within wine when I was seven, and it remains so now. The short man in the wine is becoming increasingly endearing; the two seemingly ordinary people are chatting idly.

"I never thought people were scary, but after meeting you, I've decided to change my mind!" the short man said, seemingly out of nowhere. "I never imagined that the Drunken Immortal, one of the top ten in the world, would be such an unremarkable short man." My gaze was unfocused as I looked at him. "How did you know it was me?" I asked, a little smug, as I drank. "Well! Let me tell you, there are two reasons: first, there aren't many people in the world who understand such fine wine; second, I don't think the Nalan family sent to cause me trouble is incompetent, but rather someone with sufficient influence and strength in the martial world. Right, Brother Lin?"

Sitting across from me was Lin Zuixian, one of the top ten in the world, so I ignored him during the fight. Those who enjoy fine wine inevitably develop its own personality—straightforward, face-to-face, until someone collapses. Therefore, I wasn't worried about him fighting alongside four experts, because that didn't fit the nature of wine.

"I like you," Lin Zuixian suddenly said. "I like your style of killing and your attitude towards killing. The battle just now was the most perfect one I've ever seen since I started out." I didn't expect him to praise me like that. "Then tell me, how was it perfect?" "If I'm not mistaken, your initial intention was to fight Jian Jingmeng one-on-one, but you didn't expect someone to interfere even at the Buddha Temple. But you didn't panic. Instead, you tried to find factors that would be advantageous to you. Soon you discovered that you could use Jian Jingmeng's lover, so you had several monks perform a ritual to confuse Jian Jingmeng's mind. And without anyone noticing, you used the Heavenly Eye to ambush Jian Jingmeng, causing him to completely perish the moment the Buddhist chants began." Losing the will to fight, immersed in memories of the past, and delaying the unleashing of that attack, you finally used your Divine Eye to trigger the attack lingering in Jian Jingmeng's mind in the final strike. Jian Jingmeng completely collapsed, which is why he made a suicidal charge towards you. But your target was no longer him, but the three monks who arrived afterward. You calculated that they would prioritize rescuing people and use you as a secondary attack, so you launched your killing move without hesitation. How could three old men with no murderous intent withstand your absolutely terrifying blow? So you started fighting the moment you saw them, but a few of them were deceived by your appearance and words. "Lin Zuixian finished speaking in one breath and gulped down several mouthfuls of wine. I looked at this drunken, top-tier expert in the world for a long time without saying a word. Although his martial arts were not as good as mine, his insight and cunning were on par with mine, because he understood me so well.

We were both a little drunk and staggered into the carriage. He fell opposite me, constantly hiccuping. "The martial world has gained another unparalleled master!" He said this to himself. "Where is the martial world?" I asked. "You are already in it!" he said. "What is the martial world?" I continued. "Hmph...sigh," he fell asleep.

The martial world exists in everyone's heart. Everyone's martial world is different, as for what the martial world is? I said no one knows, because they all only exist in their own martial world. One can never truly understand one's own martial world, because one is in the martial world; one can never escape one's own martial world, because the martial world is deep in the heart. My ambition is not in the martial world, but the martial world is already in my heart, so I am not in control of my own body, because I am already in the martial world.

I drank with Lin Zuixian for more than ten days. This guy was very upset about falling asleep while talking. He said he had never done this before, and I said I didn't believe him. He said he had been wandering the martial world for twenty or thirty years and had never drunk like this in the past few days. I asked him why, and he said it was too dangerous, and that there are always more people in this world who want you dead than who want you to live, and he added at the end, "That's the martial world."

Today the carriage arrived in Huai'an, Kunlun. Here are the world-famous Yandang Mountain and the world-famous Tianyi Manor. Tianyi Manor was our destination and the meeting point I had designated. Half of the members of the Killer Fortress who had participated in the Eagle Release Operation were resting here. I chose a secluded path into the mountains, both to avoid detection and to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yandang Mountain. Although the road ahead was rugged and full of forks, how many people in the world truly knew where the path lay?

"One in ten years dies, five years live. Where does Tianyi go? Yandang Dawn Peak." Tianyi Manor is located on Dawn Peak, the main peak of Yandang Mountain. It is said that the clouds and mist above are like a fairyland, but I wonder if that's an exaggeration. I looked at the pavilions shimmering among the clouds on the peak and couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation. Chu San should be waiting for me there.

Our group had already abandoned the car, because no one could ride it up Dawn Peak. The mountain here was dangerous and the road treacherous; all that could be seen were clouds and solitary cliffs. The mountain streams were full of exotic flowers and rare birds and animals, and the mountain colors constantly changed with the movement of the clouds and mist. The beauty of mountains and rivers can indeed soothe the soul, but seeing a man lying dead by the mountain road, stabbed multiple times, I couldn't help but sigh, "The martial world is everywhere!" Tianyi Manor treats all patients with indifference, especially those from the martial world. Their fees can be money or life itself. Those desperate and severely injured martial artists who manage to reach Dawn Peak alive will receive treatment and protection from Tianyi Manor—provided their lives no longer belong to themselves, but to the manor. Therefore, Tianyi Manor is a gathering place for the most destitute in the martial world. These people acquire new identities, backgrounds, and even appearances there, but all of this comes at a price. They must undertake various tasks, serving the manor's behind-the-scenes boss. This enormous secret was told to me by Da Nian not long ago. I'm completely immune to such secrets from Killer Fortress. Even if he told me he was a reincarnation of a celestial being, I wouldn't be surprised. Even the biggest secret is mine; why should I be so shocked?

Suddenly, the sound of a zither echoed through the mountains—a seven-stringed zither! The music seemed to applaud the winds and clouds, move the birds and beasts, and revitalize the valley. Though I know nothing of music, I could discern its quality; the player was undoubtedly a master, for the notes flowed with rich emotion and unparalleled power. Most movingly, the music expressed a lament for the fleeting nature of life and a passionate devotion to true love. Beyond the mountain path lay a large, beamed hall, where a beautiful young woman with flowing hair was gracefully playing the zither. I stood quietly behind her, listening to the melodious strains, lost in thought. Mountains and rivers, beauty, the martial world—all surged into my heart with the music. The piece ended.

"The zither awakens the heavens, clearing the mist and bringing daylight. I heard your music, young lady, and thought it was celestial music; I have come to pay my respects!" I bowed deeply to the young woman playing the zither. "Passerby, do not listen to the beautiful music, for it is a sound that has flowed through the ages. This humble woman is unworthy of such praise, sir!" The young woman bowed slightly. After a brief bow, she gently raised her head. What kind of woman did I see? Her entire being seemed to have been meticulously sculpted by a master craftsman, unbelievably beautiful, beyond the reach of even the most skillful brush and ink. Even the hundred flowers blooming in spring, if they truly had spirits, would likely wither in shame. "She is mine!" This was my first thought upon seeing her. I was startled by myself; I had never felt such possessiveness towards anyone or anything before. But something was wrong with her face. Almost instinctively, I stepped forward and cupped the beauty's delicate face in my hands, ignoring the hissing around me and the beauty's startled cry. I carefully examined this peerless face, and in the instant our eyes met, I discovered the problem: her eyes! They were devoid of light, without any sparkle, without a trace of life! Heavens! How unfair you are! You created such pristine beauty, yet you robbed her of her sight. But my shock and disbelief vanished in an instant because I saw her lips. Without thinking, without hesitation, I covered hers with mine, forcefully plundering those delicate, pink lips until a bitter, salty taste filled my mouth, and then our lips parted. The moment I saw her pearly tears, I finally understood what I had just done. I had so blatantly taken liberties with a blind woman. The beauty in my arms suddenly struggled hysterically, and my remorse was overwhelming: "Don't move, don't move! I'm sorry! I'm sorry! Look at me, look at me! Listen to me!" The beauty's strength vanished in an instant, and I pulled her back into my arms. She sobbed softly, "I can't see!" Just those four words, their sorrow and pain made me contemplate death!

"If you want your life, let her go!" a chilling female voice said behind me. 01-27
Chapter Eighteen: Dawn of Love

"Let her go if you want your life!" A chilling female voice spoke behind me.

I turned around and was stunned to see the girl who had appeared behind me. Instinctively, I tightened my embrace around her!

"You're courting death!" she shouted, attacking me with lightning speed. Though she was fast, I could still see clearly that she held the Heavenly Healer's Divine Needle. "I am the current Holy Master of Killing Fortress!" The needle stopped between my brows, the force emanating from it making me extremely uncomfortable. I turned to look at the beautiful woman in my arms; she had fainted sometime earlier. I felt a pang of pity. "I thought the current Holy Master was some extraordinary figure, but it turns out she only knows how to bully weak women, especially a blind one!" came a sharp, sarcastic remark. I scooped her up in my arms, ignoring her completely, and headed towards the summit. The moment I saw the Heavenly Healer's Divine Needle, I knew the identity of the girl who had attacked me. She must be the current head of the Heavenly Healer's Manor, the patriarch of the Huo family. But my mind was preoccupied with the woman in my arms, and I didn't want to pay her any attention. She assumed I was filled with anger and remained silent, following behind me without saying a word.

The brothers from the Killing Fortress clearly knew I had gone up the mountain; a whole group knelt before the gates of Tianyi Manor. I didn't say a word, only glancing back at the hostess. The girl, quick-witted as ever, led the way. I placed the person in my arms on her embroidered bed, my heart filled with countless emotions. Now only the two of us were left in the room, and I suddenly felt a little lost. Thinking carefully about everything that had just happened, I couldn't help but scratch my head vigorously. What had I done!

Two people entered through the door, carrying a familiar scent. I turned around in surprise. One face was filled with shy blush, the other with a mixture of joy and anger. It was Xiaoyu and Chusan. I simply embraced them, and they both fell into my arms. Chusan was too embarrassed to speak, but Xiaoyu immediately became angry: "Waiting for you, hoping for you, all in vain! You didn't even ask me!" I was speechless, and lowered my head to kiss those long-missed red lips. All of Xiaoyu's anger melted away in that passionate kiss. When our lips parted, I looked at Chusan. "No, no, my sister is still outside!" The little girl was clearly swallowing hard, but she still didn't dare let me kiss her. I gave her a light kiss on the lips, which earned me a tear of longing. "You've suffered so much these past few days. From now on, even if we're at opposite ends of the earth, I will keep you by my side and never let you suffer this pain of longing again!" A promise is worth a thousand words. The two of them could no longer control themselves and buried their faces in my arms, crying loudly.

The Dawn Moon Tower of Tianyi Manor is the highest building in the manor. It is my current residence, and also Xiaoyu's place. When the moon was high in the sky, I took Xiaoyu's hand, and she obediently followed me with her head down. In the bedroom on the rooftop, our clothes were scattered all over the floor. In the red candlelight, Xiaoyu and I, inside the gauze curtains, were conquered by our rising desire. I moved tirelessly on Xiaoyu's fair and full body, and Xiaoyu's longing at this moment turned into soft moans, each sound intoxicating and each word touching the heart. Having abstained from women for days, I couldn't withstand such stimulation. My erection was harder than ever before. I held Xiaoyu's hands firmly above her head, while my other hand tightly embraced her snowy buttocks. My penis thrust in and out between her long, beautiful thighs. Xiaoyu's petals were a vibrant red, glistening with dew. I lowered my head and bit the tip of one of her breasts, eliciting a high-pitched moan from Xiaoyu. Her vaginal canal contracted violently, and the tip of my penis was immediately sprayed with thick nectar. I continued forward, the slippery fluid hitting her hard core with each thrust. The delicate Xiaoyu couldn't withstand such heavy blows; her pleading voice was distorted. The moment I released her, she fell asleep to the side. Looking at Xiaoyu's satisfied face after the lovemaking, and then at my still hard and swollen penis, I couldn't help but smile bitterly. I draped a quilt over her, dressed, and went out. Chu San should still be waiting for me!

Having ascertained the location of the second young lady's room, I went to her door. Inside, I heard two even breaths. Suspicious, I used my strength to break the door latch and entered the room. There, I saw a young woman, barely twenty, sleeping soundly beside me. This must be the third young lady's older sister. She had fought with me during the day, and I hadn't even had a proper look at her then. Now was the perfect time to admire her. The young woman had a refined face and well-proportioned features. While not as delicate and pitiful as the third young lady, she possessed a strong and resolute spirit. Even in her sleep, her arched eyebrows remained defined. She was a strong, stubborn, and aloof beauty. Just as I opened my eyes to admire her, I suddenly sensed a change in her breathing, from slow to fast. Her hands, hidden beneath her, were also making subtle movements. I had been discovered. She must be holding the Heavenly Healing Needles. A surge of joy welled up inside me. I'd never actually done anything like this before. Faced with such a lovely girl, a boundless fire of desire rose within me. I flipped onto the bed, using a masterful, almost superhuman, agility to land on top of the third-year student. She jolted awake, and upon seeing me, let out a soft gasp. But then she glanced at her older sister, who was pretending to be asleep but was actually bewildered. Terrified, she shook her head frantically. But I was already at the point of no return; how could I let her have her way? I pulled off her clothes, my erection already penetrating her. The instant I entered, her limbs lashed out at me. I, with my cherry-like lips tightly biting my shoulder, let out a soft moan that was even more intoxicating. From the very first touch, I was immersed in the sweet depths of Chu San's body, each thrust deep, penetrating to the very core. The woman beside me could no longer pretend; her eyes blazed with fury as she stared intently at the point where Chu San and I were joined. The beauty was aroused; looking into her eyes, I saw only a blazing fire of desire. At first glance, she was extremely shy, grabbing one of my arms and pressing her burning body deeply against me. My hand naturally moved between her legs, finding a wet, glistening surface. Even the naturally alluring Chu San succumbed in an instant; her body convulsed, and her beautiful flower path began to contract sweetly. I withdrew only after she calmed down, while the woman beside me was already burning with desire. I quickly removed her clothes, revealing a slender, exquisite beauty in the moonlight. Looking at the intoxicating shyness in her eyes, I, who still hadn't released my pent-up desire, could no longer restrain myself. I guided my penis to her secret entrance, "Tell me your name!" "Huo... Huo Yunxue... Ah!" My penis had already penetrated her virginity and entered her valley deeply. Feeling Yunxue's painful tightening, I began to caress her fully. Kissing her red lips soothed her sobs, stroking her full breasts elicited her soft cries. Her flower path finally became wet, and I opened my chest and began to thrust. "I am Kunlun Wu Hui, Yunxue, call my name!" "Wu Hui... ah... Wu Hui," accompanied by the beauty's deep moans, I forgot everything, vigorously cultivating her tight flower path. Finally, I felt I could no longer hold back, and an incredibly pleasurable eruption erupted, the thick nectar brimming with boundless vitality crashing heavily into the depths of Huo Yunxue's flower heart. When

I woke up the next morning, I found only the still-sleeping Chu San beside me, while Yunxue, the eldest sister, was nowhere to be seen. I got up naked, reached out and pushed open the window. The fresh morning air and the mountain breeze rushed into the room. "It's windy in the mountains this morning, don't catch a cold." The girl behind me draped a light shirt over my shoulders. I took the opportunity to grab her small, pink hand. "Yesterday you were yelling at me, and now you're gently adding clothes for me. Life is truly amazing!" The older sister was indeed very different from her younger sister. She didn't even blush at my teasing. "When I saw you come in yesterday, I knew I couldn't escape your kiss. Rather than yelling and making a fool of myself in front of others, I might as well grant your wish, you little lecher!" Upon hearing this, my expression turned serious, and I released her soft hand. "I suppose you were afraid that I would be embarrassed and that others would see us, so you gave yourself to me." "Oh! Then I really feel bad for you, young lady!" Yunxue burst into tears upon hearing my blunt words. "Yesterday, yesterday someone said something to upset you, and you didn't even look at them. I thought you were really angry, so I came to Yunshuang to complain. But now, now..." She was already sobbing uncontrollably. At this moment, how could I not hear the deep affection the beauty had for me? So I quickly pulled her into my arms and comforted her softly, "I'm sorry! I'm sorry! I was just confused for a moment and hurt Yunxue with my words. Yunxue, be good, I know how you feel about me. Don't cry anymore, or Yunshuang will laugh at you!" As if in response to us, Yunshuang, who was sleeping on the bed, actually smiled. It turned out the little girl was just pretending! Yunxue stopped crying immediately and turned to grab Yunshuang. "You little brat, you dare to laugh at me? I'll teach you a lesson!" Yunshuang kept begging for mercy: "Sister, good sister! Yunshuang didn't see anything! Ah!" Looking at the two sisters laughing and joking on the bed, I had no other desires.

To say I had no other desires would be a lie. I had inquired about the blind girl's background from Yunxue long ago. It turned out she was the young lady of the Kunlun Murong family, one of the four great families, named Murong Wan Chu. No wonder she played the zither so well! Yunxue also told me about this young lady's tragic past. Born out of wedlock, she was not valued by her family from birth. It wasn't until she started learning the zither at the age of four that her talent became apparent. No matter what piece it was, the little girl could play it after hearing it only once, and she could fully express its meaning. Even her father, Murong Qi, the current head of the Murong family, praised her as a genius that was rare in the family for a hundred years. But at this time, fate was cruel to her. The little girl suffered from an eye disease, which not only ruined her eyes but also damaged her meridians. Since then, she has been very weak and could not even practice the family's martial arts. Although Murong Qi was heartbroken, he gradually avoided the mother and daughter. Until last year, when the girl's birth mother passed away and there was no one to take care of her at home, she came to Dawn Peak to treat her eyes and became friends with Yunxue. She has been staying here for a year. Lost in thought, I arrived at Murong Wanchu's door. It was this door that made me hesitate, wondering whether to go in. I had been so frivolous with her that day, and she hadn't stepped out of her room for days. Just as I was pondering this

, the door opened. "Is this Young Master Kunlun?" I stared at the beautiful woman in the doorway, speechless. Her beauty was truly breathtaking. I quickly composed myself: "I haven't heard your music lately, Miss. I fear it was my fault that day. I've come to apologize!" She stepped aside: "Although my innocence has been lost to you, Young Master, I know I am unworthy of such a position. You are a man of principle, and I have already forgiven you. Please leave!" She was about to close the door when I panicked, blocking it and pulling her soft hand to my face. "Don't you want to know what I look like? Don't you want to know what the man who stole your first kiss looks like?" I cried out in alarm. She struggled, but seeing she couldn't let go, she stopped. The tears streaming down her face clearly told me she dreamed of knowing what I looked like. In her tearful eyes, I also saw deep inferiority and pain. "I'm just a blind woman who can play a few tunes, why are you so relentless, young master?" As she finished speaking, a surge of blood rose in her chest, and she coughed so hard she couldn't speak. I quickly channeled my inner energy into her body, but the energy was met with a domineering force at her Baihui and Tianting acupoints. The two forces clashed, and Murong Wan Chu couldn't withstand it; she immediately fainted. I quickly analyzed the strange energy appearing at these two points, but after a while, I was horrified and cried out, "She's afflicted with a Gu poison!"

Chapter Nineteen: Blissful Freedom.

"I've only seen the Gu poison she's been afflicted with in books. The methods for curing it recorded seem reasonable, but they're full of loopholes," Yun Xue's words were essentially meaningless. I shook my head at the unconscious Wan Chu on the bed. "She's been here for over a year. Can't your medical skills diagnose her illness?" Yunxue sighed helplessly. "Medicine involves observation, listening, questioning, and palpation. I've tried every method, but I still can't figure it out. Who would have thought you could detect such a potent Gu with just a touch of your inner energy?" Yes! Who could imagine someone would be so cruel to a four-year-old girl? A chilling killing intent flickered between my brows. "Tell Chusan, I want to know everything about the Murong family. I won't even spare their dogs!"

Three days! For three days, I've stayed by her side, but she hasn't said a word to me. I don't care. I've just silently done everything for her. I believe that one day she will be mine.

Today she finally spoke, "Will my eyes get better? Then can I go home?" I wasn't happy that she spoke to me so kindly; I only felt pity for her. She wasn't afraid of the Gu poison in her body, but she was terrified of that home. What had the people in that home done to her? "You don't need to go anywhere. You'll always be with me." She remained silent once more. After a long silence, she said again, "Do you know how my mother died?" I knew she only wanted to say it, not tell me. "I don't know if I'm pretty, but my mother said I was extremely beautiful. One day, my mother was called away by my aunt, leaving me alone in the courtyard. Soon after, two uncles came to see me. They said they wanted to hear me play the zither, but before I could even play a piece, they started touching me and tearing at my clothes. I was terrified, too scared to move. Then my mother came back. She called out, she cried, and then suddenly she fell silent. Then my father came, but my mother was already dead." I listened to her heart-wrenching lament, speechless for a long time. Who would have thought that someone listed among the four great ancient... "The Murong family has fallen so low," she said, untying her sash and spinning around. Her embroidered Confucian skirt, depicting a hundred birds playing in spring, gracefully slipped off. "Avenge me! But all I can give you is myself." I draped the fallen skirt back over her shoulders. "Even though this scene appeared in my dreams, I truly didn't want it to come to this!" She jerked away. "Even you don't want me? Do you find me dirty? But you've been walking around here all these days for this!" She was nearly hysterical, throwing her clothes to the ground. Was there no other way? I asked myself. "Who said I don't want you?" Her words vanished from my lips. I lifted her and placed her on the bed, my hands caressing every inch of her body. Her cries gradually turned to moans, her once pristine, blood-soaked skin now crimson. My inner energy began to circulate as my hands moved over her body, slowly clearing the blockages in her meridians caused by the poison. As she gradually became aroused, the poison within her body began to slowly creep along her veins. I knew that by chance I had mastered the method to expel the poison, so I withdrew my wicked hand. She breathed heavily, her face flushed. "I don't want to do this now, because soon you will see that I want you!" I said, turning and leaving the room. I knew how to activate the poison, but how to expel it from her body still needed to be asked of Yunxue. This matter could not be taken lightly!

A letter arrived from down the mountain, containing everything I wanted to know. I really liked the leadership of the Great Year during the first month of the lunar calendar because they were truly responsible. "The Murong family mansion is vast and spacious, housing over a hundred dogs! I can only laugh at this. The head of the household, Murong Qi, has seventeen children in total, not counting the six who died young. The eldest is over thirty, the youngest still a baby. Most of his relatives are uneducated; only seven or eight can play the zither, and even those are mostly bullies. Currently, the one who calls the shots in the household is Murong Qi's first wife. This woman is extremely jealous; at least four or five concubines have died at her hands. Her son has been designated as the next head of the family, but this young man is a troublemaker and a good-for-nothing. The two cousins of this first wife were the ones who assaulted Murong Wan Chu and accidentally killed her mother. Although they have been punished and forbidden from entering the Murong family, that's just for show. The following content is mostly about the trivial matters of this family, for example..." For example, the second young master was found sleeping in the cook's room, and the fifth young lady stole the town's stableman, etc. I put down this urgent letter, sighing inwardly. The Murong family, one of the four great families, had come to an end with this generation!

Yunxue walked into the room, looking exhausted. She brought with her a method of healing that she and several elders of the clan had devised overnight. I gently kissed her, which brought a look of joy to this beautiful female doctor. I will not let any of them down!

I am now certain that the person who used Gu poison to harm Wan Chu must be the eldest wife of the Murong family. Only she has this reason. Wan Chu's talent for the zither made her feel that her and her son's positions would be threatened, so she used this extremely vicious method to take away Wan Chu's health. But after Wan Chu went blind, she could only rely on hearing, so the zither was even more important. It became everything to her; her musical skills not only didn't diminish but became even more exquisite. After the first wife discovered this, she instructed her two younger brothers to deliver the final blow to Wan Chu. Without her permission, those two beasts wouldn't dare touch the Murong family's daughter, even if they had the guts. However, Wan Chu's mother, who had been tricked away, rushed back and saved her daughter, but Wan Chu herself was killed. Only now did I truly witness the cruelty of a woman's heart. If Murong Qi hadn't brought Wan Chu here, I think Wan Chu would have already gone to see her mother. At least a father has some sense of duty. But since Murong Qi had already discovered it, why did he allow the first wife to act so recklessly? It seems every family has its own troubles! I'll put this matter aside for now; for Wan Chu's sake, I will go to the Murong family sooner or later to seek justice.

Wan Chu was very happy today because I gave her a… She said it was the best sheet music she had ever seen, unparalleled in both mode and form. Even more incredibly, she felt an inexplicable affinity for this newly acquired music, as if it were a long-lost friend, and she couldn't bear to let go. She wondered who had written it and what its name was. I simply smiled and ignored her questions. It was her family's music, titled "Free and Easy," a piece capable of killing a hundred paces away and intoxicating countless souls. "Free and Easy" danced between Wan Chu's fingers, the music silencing all sounds and extinguishing even the lamplight. When the piece ended, Wan Chu was soaked with sweat. I felt a tremendous life force flowing into her body with the pulsating notes, while the poison she had been afflicted with was now fully activated, resisting the sudden external force. Now it was my turn!

I approached Wan Chu and, to her astonishment, undressed her. "Today I'll take you!" Wan Chu's face showed not only confusion but also the intense pain churning within her. "No, I'm not feeling well!" "I'll make you feel like you're in heaven!" Before I finished speaking, Wan Chu was completely naked. My lips kissed one of her nipples, and Wan Chu let out a soft moan, temporarily forgetting her pain.

Lying on the embroidered bed was a stunningly beautiful woman with skin as white as snow, her legs draped high over the shoulders of the man beneath her, her breath coming in soft gasps—a sight of unparalleled beauty. My tongue danced and undulated within Wan Chu's depths, igniting boundless passion in the beauty. My teeth gnawed at a small protrusion between her thighs, and she instantly descended into madness, her slender legs clenching tightly. I sensed that the poison within her had completely left the two vital points and was moving towards the source of her life force; it was time for me to enter.

"It hurts!" I kissed away Wan Chu's tears. As my penis pierced her, the energy I had channeled also entered her body. The potency of the poison exceeded my expectations; it was evenly matched with the power of the "Free and Easy Melody" and my life force. I was at a loss, simply thrusting in and out of Wan Chu's tight passage. At this moment, Wan Chu was free from the pain of losing her virginity. Her limbs quietly wrapped around my body, and her lower body welcomed my penis. Her moans grew sweeter, and her nectar flowed continuously under the urging of my penis. The poison was finally conquered by the unquenchable desire within Wan Chu's body. It gradually gathered in Wan Chu's flower chamber, waging a final battle against my life force. Wan Chu's movements grew wilder, her panting more rapid. I couldn't help but thrust violently into her depths, my tip plunging deep into her flower garden with each stroke. Finally, Wan Chu screamed, the pleasure of her orgasm releasing her virgin essence along with the trapped Gu poison. I suppressed the urge to drain the fluid, absorbing the virgin essence completely. After a few more powerful thrusts, I withdrew from Wan Chu, the thick fluid mingling with the Gu poison as it was expelled. I gasped for breath, gazing at Wan Chu as she slowly opened her eyes. Her eyes were no longer dull or lifeless; they were now filled with genuine affection and love. I caressed one of her breasts. "Nice to meet you, Wan Chu!" Wan Chu could no longer hold back her tears. "Yes! Nice to meet you, my husband."

I had been lingering at the Heavenly Physician Manor for several days, most of my followers having already returned home. Thinking back on these days felt like a dream, spending my days listening to music or entwined with several celestial maidens, almost forgetting my homeland. It wasn't until I calculated that my reunion with Aoxing was drawing near that I packed my bags and prepared to set off, but trouble soon followed. "I want to go too!" Xiaoyu had been chasing after me all afternoon. I glanced at Chusan, and she was also following behind Xiaoyu. Wanchu was rather shy, but after hearing the message she had sent through someone, I couldn't help but change my opinion. She said, "I belong to you, and I will serve you for life!" What reassured me the most was Yunxue. She said she would never leave Tianyi for a moment. Thinking of the vows I made to Xiaoyu and Chusan, I couldn't help but shake my head. Bringing such a group of stunning beauties to visit, that wasn't a marriage proposal, it was clearly a show of force. I wondered what Aoxing, with his domineering personality, would do? But who could I blame for the trouble I had caused? "Come with me!" I didn't even know if I had said those words myself!

The August sun was the most terrifying. Since descending the mountain, the three celestial beauties and I had been hiding in the carriage. After more than a decade of absence, the light returned to Wan Chu's eyes. Everyone rejoiced at her recovery, but Wan Chu remained indifferent; the only light in her eyes was mine.

We rested by a small river. A gentle evening breeze swept through the summer evening, and everyone savored the rare coolness of the day, except for two people. Lin Zuixian was undoubtedly enjoying the wine, while Wan Chu was definitely enjoying the music. Xiao Yu, on her first long trip, was simply traveling, but this time she was having a blast. Seeing the plump fish in the river, she didn't care about anything else, rolled up her trousers, and waded into the water. Her clumsy movements drew laughter from everyone. Frustrated at failing to catch any fish, Xiao Yu splashed water at us on the bank, creating a lively scene. Wan Chu gently said, "Little Yu wants to eat fish, so give it to her." With that, she played a tune of carefree joy. Suddenly, the river seemed to be struck by lightning, with huge waves crashing up, and more than a dozen fresh fish were shaken onto the bank. Xiao Yu cried out and quickly snatched the fish. I gazed at Wan Chu, still playing the zither, and was suddenly struck by her power. The "Free and Easy Melody" possessed such strength; a girl who had been powerless just days before was now one of the world's top masters. Seeing my astonishment, Wan Chu simply smiled sweetly, a smile that even made the magnificent sunset lose its luster.

"Young Master! A letter from Hall Master Li!" I snapped out of my reverie. Da Nian wouldn't contact me unless there was a reason.

I opened the letter, which contained no urgent or war report markings. My eyes were met with Da Nian's distinctively large, square handwriting: "

My Lord:

Good news. I haven't seen the elephant you mentioned, but I've had one purchased from the desolate borderlands of Nan Yue, and it has arrived at the Merchant Guild Hall in the capital.

Bad news. The Left Prime Minister's residence in the capital is brightly decorated; Miss Ao Xing will be married on August 28th.

" "Impossible! This is impossible!" I roared with all my might. The small river before me surged with water once more, and a page of the letter vanished into thin air.

Chapter Twenty: Reunion with Aoxing

On August 27th, I arrived alone in Xixing City, the capital of Kunlun Empire. I didn't know what I had been thinking these past few days, nor did I know when I had left everyone else behind. I just kept asking myself why, because I didn't know why Aoxing was getting married. "In the mortal world, whose poem describes the falling flowers and the dying, yet remaining steadfast?" What a poignant scene! But now? My beloved is getting married tomorrow! I truly don't know why!

The Left Prime Minister's residence in the capital was indeed brightly decorated, filled with joyous celebration. Various people came and went, and large red "double happiness" characters adorned the lintels. Even the two stone lions guarding the gates seemed to have put on smiling faces, but none of this was for me. I had found out clearly that Aoxing was marrying the second son of the Imperial Marshal Han's family. This young man was named Han Xin, the youngest general in the Kunlun Empire, renowned as a valiant general on the continent, and presumably possessed considerable skill. Aoxing would become his wife tomorrow. The moment I entered the Left Prime Minister's residence, I couldn't help but doubt myself. Aoxing must have agreed to the marriage, otherwise, given her personality, who could force her! So why am I here? To prove my love for her? But she's about to get married, and even saying "I love you" feels powerless!

"Hey! I'm talking to you!"

This shout interrupted my reverie, and I looked towards the source of the voice.

"I'm talking to you, you fatso! Can't you see everyone's busy? You're still standing there daydreaming. This is what Miss specifically requested. Hurry up and take it to her for her approval. If it's good, it'll be part of her dowry!" A steward-like figure tossed me a large bag as he spoke. I took it with a wry smile. I had to deliver Aoxing's dowry! After

finding out where Aoxing lived, I made my way here. The entire Left Prime Minister's residence was like a tangled mess, but I couldn't hear a sound. I moved like a ghost through the crowds, and finally, after what seemed like an eternity, I arrived at Aoxing's door. I paused slightly, feeling a wave of nausea washing over me as I looked at the bright red "double happiness" character on the door . I wanted to vomit! I wanted to spit out all the bitterness in my heart, but as it reached my throat, I forced it back down. I didn't know if I was sick.

"Is this Wu Hui?" It was Ao Xing's voice from inside the door.

She knew it was me! I opened the heavy door, and then I saw Ao Xing from my dreams. She was wearing a bright red wedding robe, adorned with jewels, but it meant nothing to me. Ao Xing was no longer the Ao Xing I knew. I couldn't see a single expression on her face—no joy, no longing, nothing at all! I tried to organize my thoughts, but nothing came out. What was the reason for this?

Ao Xing fiddled with a strange flower in her hand, the Rain Orchid Comet I had given her. "This flower suddenly shone brightly just now; I think it must have been drawn by your energy. I didn't expect you to arrive so quickly!" Ao Xing said. "Why?" I realized that even with a thousand words to say, it all boiled down to this one question. "There's no why. I love him, my family approves, and even the Emperor praises it as a good match." Ao Xing's tone was extremely calm. "You know that saying this will enrage me!" I was truly enraged; my inner energy flowed uncontrollably. "What's the use of your anger? I no longer love you. Tomorrow I will marry someone else. All you can do now is bless me, if you wish." I felt like I was vomiting blood, because my mouth tasted sweet and metallic. "I will take you away! You can only be mine." I tried my best to control my emotions. "Elope? That would be stealing my love! I can't do that." So, the one who stole my love was me. Having run frantically all the way here, I was now utterly desperate. I knew Aoxing wasn't like this, but what could have driven her to such desperation? I saw someone pounce on Aoxing onto the bed, I saw this person tear Aoxing's wedding dress to shreds, I saw him ravage Aoxing's body, and then I saw that this crazed man looked just like me. Finally, I saw Aoxing's eyes, brimming with tears. Those must be tears of humiliation and hurt, right? Those must be tears shed for her future husband, right? I don't know why, but I cried. As I cried, I covered Aoxing's body with the tattered pieces of her wedding dress, one by one, and kept saying, "You will be happy! You will definitely be happy! I will bless you both every day! You will have many children, really! Aoxing, your children will be happy forever..." Aoxing's tears finally streamed down her face.

I calmed down a lot, just standing there dumbfounded by the bed, sniffling, my tears dried up. I kept reminding myself that it was time to leave, but I just couldn't bring myself to take a step.

"Please come outside for a chat!" Finally, someone noticed my unexpected arrival.

I picked up the fallen Rain Orchid Comet and tucked it back into Ao Xing's hair before turning and leaving. I didn't look back, so I didn't see the sudden surge of reluctance and infatuation in Ao Xing's eyes.

Those waiting outside were all experts, their faces etched with anger. I suppose that's understandable; anyone would have the same expression if their wedding was disrupted.

"Please, everyone, calm down. I'm leaving now, and I will never appear before you again!"

"But if I let you go like this, how can I have the face to marry someone's daughter!" The speaker was a young general, dressed in the uniform of an imperial commander, dashing and imposing. "This must be Ao Xing's fiancé!" I mentally compared them; he could withstand two or three of my attacks, but he looked much better than this fatso. Ao Xing marrying him was somewhat plausible.

"Yes! If I don't keep you here, I have no face to marry my sister off!" Ao Xing's brother echoed in agreement.

"In that case, let's go somewhere else!" I glanced back at Ao Xing's boudoir. "It's too unlucky to see blood here!"

I stood in the center of a large training ground, which must be where the people from the Left Prime Minister's residence practiced their skills. Nine people were lined up in front of me. If Lin Zuixian hadn't been pestering Chu San for her family's medicinal wine and had fallen behind, I might have been left here today. Without a word, Ao Xing's future husband attacked. He wielded a long spear, and his first move was a "Wildfire Spreads" technique. The true energy contained in the spear stirred up a wave of heat. Faced with the many spear shadows, I reacted swiftly. No matter how many variations you can conjure, what carries real true energy is just a spear. And at this moment, I grabbed the spear. Ignoring Han Xin's astonished expression, I smoothly pulled the spear forward. We looked at each other, and I threw a punch at his ribs. He had no choice but to drop the spear and retreat to the side. I put the spear behind me and remained standing in place. The nine men opposite me all looked ashen-faced. I knew they hadn't seen how I'd caught the spear.

"Your martial arts are unparalleled, sir. We had no choice but to attack you en masse. Please forgive us!" It was Ao Xing's brother speaking. I thought to myself that he was someone of importance; I'd feel very uncomfortable if he attacked without warning.

I didn't know why so many people were always attacking me alone; it had been like this in every battle since I was a child. Now I was once again in the middle of the battle, parrying the attacks of nine men simultaneously. My spear had somehow been split in two, and I'd even used my life-saving balance technique twice. But I didn't want to kill them, especially those close to Ao Xing. I just kept parrying; I didn't know how long I could hold out.

"Stop!" A calm voice, yet carrying immense power, caused the nine men to retreat behind the attackers. "Nalan Jingde?" I asked, breathless. "It is indeed I! Please come with me!"

If I'm not mistaken, this is the Nalan family ancestral hall. Looking at this solemn and magnificent temple, I was astonished as to why this person had brought me here. Nalan Jingde knelt down as soon as he entered, his head bowed for a long time. Finally, he turned to me, who was standing dumbfounded to the side: "Why aren't you kneeling?" "Why should I kneel before your Nalan family's ancestor?" "Why don't you look at whose memorial tablet is in the center!" I only glanced at it before swallowing the words I was about to say. "Nalan Sheng!" That was my maternal grandfather's name! At that moment, I understood everything. I had fallen hopelessly in love with someone I shouldn't have loved. I should have known that my grandfather would have a family! I should have connected the Nalan clan with my grandfather, who was also loyal to Kunlun! “I call your mother ‘Aunt,’ while Aoxing should call you ‘Sixth Uncle’ according to seniority. So no matter how much you love each other, you absolutely cannot be together. Sixth Brother, just consider it a cruel twist of fate!” I turned my head sharply: “You mean Aoxing still loves me!” Nalan Jingde was speechless. “You’re just going to let her marry someone she doesn’t love?” “She’s my daughter, and also your niece. How can she choose?” This time, it was my turn to be speechless.

I walked on a road that led nowhere, my head drooping. I wanted to chop it off. Why was it so heavy, so burdensome? Aoxing loved me just as much as I loved her, but what about me? Could I still love her? I didn’t know how to answer that question because I still loved her deeply!

“Aoxing, your pain is no less than mine, is it? I’m sorry! I can’t keep my promise to you! I’m so sorry!” I murmured to myself.

"Sixth Uncle, please wait!" I turned to him; it was Aoxing's older brother, who had been following me for a while. "Are you here to mock me?" I felt a strong aversion to the title "Sixth Uncle." "Sixth Uncle is joking! I heard what you and Father were saying earlier. I wonder what Sixth Uncle plans to do?" What plans could I possibly have? He continued, "Since Sixth Uncle and Aoxing are in love and have consummated your marriage, you should take action!" My eyes suddenly fell on the man. "Sixth Uncle, you wouldn't be thinking of giving Aoxing a grand dowry, would you?" I could no longer tolerate his nonchalant tone. "Aoxing will never marry anyone. She is mine, even if she is my own sister! I will go to pick her up tomorrow. When that happens, I will kill anyone who gets in my way! Go tell your father!" I felt that everything he said made perfect sense. I no longer hesitated. Since fate had arranged for me to fall in love with Aoxing, then there was nothing more to it. Who cared about family relationships! "Congratulations, Sixth Uncle! You've finally come to your senses!" What on earth is this nephew up to?! "Sixth Uncle, your affection for Aoxing is truly touching! But you can't just openly steal her away! Wouldn't that make the whole family lose face? Even if you don't care about the two families holding the wedding, you should at least think about Aoxing. This isn't exactly something to be proud of for her, is it?" I never expected this grinning, extremely annoying guy to be here to help me! He's right. If I really went to steal the bride tomorrow, it would harm many people. "If you were me, what would you do?" "Sixth Uncle, you've finally asked me! But I think the wedding tomorrow is a must!" Are you kidding me? "Then you're courting death?" "Sixth Uncle, you misunderstand. There are only two people in the world who can stop this marriage. With just one word from these two people, no one dares to say no!" I immediately realized that no matter how high an official you are in the Kunlun Dynasty, you have to listen to these two people. Otherwise, what would be the point of the Emperor and the Retired Emperor? "I understand what you mean, but aren't you afraid your father will kick you out of the family?" "My father is the head of the family, and it's his duty to uphold the family's honor. But I, Nalan Aotian, am not someone who can bring glory to the family. Why should I adhere to those rules?" I knew this wasn't why he was helping me, but he immediately continued, "Remember how we used to always hear Aoxing's laughter at home? Just listening to it for a while, letting her make a fuss for a bit, would make all your worries disappear. But I haven't seen Aoxing laugh for almost half a year. Father is willing to break up families..." "You all... but I only have this one sister. I don't want Aoxing to cry for the rest of her life in front of that eternally blooming flower! So, Sixth Uncle, I beg you! Take Aoxing away, let her be happy like before, but remember to come back and visit often!"

Nalan Aotian disappeared into the crowd. I was still standing on the street in a daze, thinking about the love a brother has for his sister, thinking about the hurt I just caused Aoxing, thinking about the grandfather and father I had never met before. But when I thought of the elephant at the Tian Shang Guild Hall, I finally swept away the gloom on my face for the past few days and smiled happily!

Chapter Twenty-One: Laughing at the Stars

The time was August 27th, 57th year of the Hongshun reign of Emperor Ying in the Kunlun Calendar of the Chinese Empire, midnight; the location was Xixing City, the capital of the Kunlun Dynasty, or more precisely, the Sun and Moon Xixing Palace in the imperial city. I didn't know exactly where my father, the emperor, lived, and I didn't want to wander around the huge imperial palace aimlessly, because that would be very unwise. The imperial city is home to 20,000 Imperial Guards and 10,000 Divine Machine Battalion soldiers, while the hidden Imperial Guards are even more formidable. Even if I were the best in the world, I couldn't withstand their mere spittle.

Secret infiltration is no easy feat! I used my scorpion-like scalding to climb over seven city gates, and my human balance to dodge over forty hidden stakes. I got lost six times due to unfamiliarity with the terrain. Finally, I found myself lying on the wide beam of the Sun and Moon Palace, where the emperor "went to work" every day. I wasn't foolish enough to ask anyone, because no one knew where the emperor was after court. Beyond this hall lies the Forbidden Palace, where only the emperor resides. Eunuchs are absolutely forbidden from leaving the Forbidden Palace, let alone speaking a single word to anyone outside. Here, whatever mistake you make, the punishment is singular: death! I suspected that the rules of the Killing Fortress were copied from here. I thought

I had hidden myself cleverly, but now, hearing the alarms blaring throughout the palace, I realized I had underestimated the palace's elite guard! Those who could discover me, even if inferior to me, wouldn't be too far off. The sound of hundreds of footsteps echoed outside the main hall; just by listening, I knew they were using their lightness skills—hundreds of masters! I tumbled from the beams into the hall, a single thought forming in my mind: I am Kunlun Wu Hui. At worst, I'll reveal my identity. Must they all kill me just because I'm here to see my father and grandfather?

The empty Sun and Moon Cleansing Star Palace held only me. Standing here, I suddenly felt an urge to control all things. The place I stood was the pinnacle of power; one day, I would sit on the dragon throne behind me, guiding all living beings. A voice rang out outside the hall doors.

"Since a master has graced my Kunlun Imperial City with their presence, why not reveal yourself?"

They certainly won't come in, because this is the Sun and Moon Cleansing Star Palace. For three hundred years, no one has fought here, except for a senior master from my Killing Fortress. I remember him single-handedly storming the Forbidden Palace, killing a tyrannical ruler of Kunlun, and slaughtering over a thousand imperial guards right here in this very hall before finally exploding to his death. Just imagine, this place must have been a bloodbath. But today I'm here to establish kinship and conduct business, so cooperation is best. I opened the hall door, and the cold summer night wind and immense killing intent rushed in, sending a shiver down my spine.

The square in front of the palace was packed with people. The moment I opened the door, I heard the sound of bows being drawn and arrows being nocked. The cold light of the waning moon reflected the forest of spears and blades on the ground. For a moment, I forgot to breathe. Faced with such a chilling atmosphere, even someone as skilled as me couldn't help but show an expression of helplessness.

"I have urgent business in the Imperial City! I also need to trouble you, the ones in charge, to inform His Majesty!" My voice, condensed from my inner strength, echoed throughout the Imperial City. I figured my father and grandfather, whom I had never met, could hear it too!

"Ancestral law! Anyone who trespasses into the Imperial City without an imperial decree shall be executed without mercy!" Five people stepped forward from the crowd. The one who spoke was dressed in a colorful dragon-embracing robe and had an extraordinary appearance. The other four were slightly behind him, so he must be of royal lineage. Judging from his age, he must be one of my older brothers. "You have no right to defend yourself now. Kunlun Law has sentenced you to death. Do you wish to surrender or resist and be torn to pieces?" I merely smiled: "Who are you to decide my fate so easily?" The man was quite polite. "I am Kunlun Wupei, the Prince of Xiyang. Here are my younger sister, Princess Kunlun Wuyou, the Princess of Xiyue, and my fourth brother, Kunlun Wuyu, the Prince of Xihun. And these two are my Kunlun Marshal Han Tian and Marshal Feng Xiping." Three men and two women, including my two brothers and one sister, as well as two of the Ten Marshals of the Universe. Although these people were the strongest in the room, they were definitely not the ones who had discovered me. In other words, the most powerful figure had not yet appeared. If I revealed my identity now, they would only think I was a madman. I should wait for the expert of my level to appear first. But a battle with these people before me seemed inevitable.

"You are all renowned figures, surely you wouldn't be so disrespectful as to not even listen to my next words?" "I have already said, you no longer have that right." I could only smile bitterly. I was merely here to visit relatives, why bother with a fight like this!

I hadn't expected Princess Xiyue to be the first to rush forward. This woman had bright eyebrows and white teeth, her face covered in silver frost. Her sword, propelled by internal energy, was like a colorful ribbon. With a single leap, she traversed the ten-zhang-long flight of stairs. By the time I could see her face clearly, her sword was already upon me. I didn't move, but merely extended my left palm. If her sword had struck, that would have been fine, but her cheek was destined to take the blow. A young lady like her couldn't withstand such a slap. Sure enough, her sword unleashed a hundred brilliant rays of light, but I knew this seemingly misleading move had a hidden purpose. I withdrew my left hand and took a step back. Her sword was just a hair's breadth away from severing the tendons in my left hand, but now it not only missed but the move was also too late. I watched as she was propelled forward two steps by inertia. I still didn't move. She sheathed her sword, staring at me in astonishment. I merely smiled slightly, focusing my voice into a single line: "You are my sister, how could I hurt you!" But the people below saw things differently. From their perspective, they only saw Princess Xiyue's attack miss, and she was pulled into my arms by the force of the impact. After I spoke, the princess shuddered, clearly having suffered a great loss. Immediately, four people leaped forward. The first to arrive was the Fourth Prince, Kunlun Wuyu, who shouted, "You hurt my sister!" The energy emanating from his palm transformed into a soaring dragon, "Heavenly Purple Dragon," the ultimate technique of the Kunlun royal family! At this moment, Princess Xiyue automatically stepped aside, her eyes glazed, lost in thought. I took another step back, gathering sixty percent of my strength to meet the attacking palm. The force was just right! Kunlun, speechless, retreated, shielding his sister. If they weren't siblings, I would have assumed they were lovers. Even as he stumbled, the brother didn't forget to protect his sister; the affection on his face was so intense. Just as I was making wild guesses, Marshal Han Tian, wielding his long sword, had already attacked. This time, I chose to charge forward, my body crashing into the blade like a meteor. This time, I had calculated all the movements of Han Tian's sword technique, dodging the blade and punching Han Tian in the abdomen. Han Tian, a veteran of countless battles, was indeed Kunlun's unparalleled general. In a life-or-death situation, he used his sword to propel himself into the air. I used my momentum to flip over and chase after Han Tian in mid-air. Han Tian bent his legs in mid-air, using his sword to protect his knees. I also pulled back and slammed my legs into the soles of his feet, sending him flying far away. But before I could flip over, the final wave of attacks arrived. The combined sword strike of the King of Xiyang and Marshal Baoyue was, in my eyes, flawless. The two swords moved in the same direction, yet they completely blocked all my movements. This was an absolutely earth-shattering move, but I couldn't even name it. Without time to think, I suddenly activated my Balance, forcefully pulling my head back from its upward tilt. Then, with a somersault, I unleashed a flurry of palm strikes in mid-air, leaving three marks on each of their swords. I landed, surrounded by the five men. Now I felt somewhat discouraged.

I was actually injured! The sword energy from the King of Xiyang and Marshal Feng Xiping had just slashed two large gashes in my back. I knew my face must look terrible; they really intended to kill me. Perhaps it was the stinging pain and blood on my back that aroused my ferocity. With a shout of "Ah!" I released a murderous aura that filled the sky. Several people took a step back at the same time. In a battle between experts, this step was enough. I chose Han Tian as my target. He must still be recovering from the kick I just gave him. Sure enough, the other four attacked from behind. Wuyou was on the left, Wuyu was on the right, and the two most powerful ones came from behind. I knew those two would be in the most advantageous position to attack. The balance of power was activated again, and as if time had stopped, I stopped incredulously, watching with a smile as Wuyou and Wuyu slid past me. I didn't have time to notice the expressions of the two behind me. I suddenly struck them with both elbows. Their swordsmanship was indeed remarkable. They were able to change their moves again after their previous charge was not stopped. One sword was slashing at my arm, and the other was slicing at my head. I didn't even turn my head. I just laughed. I broke your double sword combination. What can you do to me now? As my arm moved in reverse joint motion, I suddenly turned to the side and kicked out. My left elbow and right foot hit the incoming swords respectively. Six forces rushed into the two people's bodies one after the other. Xiyang King Kunlun Wupei was shocked and flew back with his sword. Yue Shuai Feng Xiping even dropped his sword, vomited blood, and fell to the side. The encirclement crumbled. Just as I was wondering why the others, who still had the strength, had also moved aside, I caught a glimpse of a dazzling light flashing in Kunlun Wupei's hand. I couldn't help but sigh inwardly, "This brother of mine is truly unreliable!"

No wonder those people flew out of the battle; they had already planned their strategy. That flash of light was the signal. The Imperial Guard archers unleashed a rain of arrows. I smiled at the indescribable look in Princess Xixing's eyes, and a thought flashed through my mind of an ancient story about an assassin who, after failing to assassinate the emperor, was riddled with arrows. I lightly stepped forward, and Feng Xiping's fallen sword soared into the air. Arrows, carrying specks of starlight, hurtled towards me. I gripped the sword; the starlight vanished, replaced by the whistling sound of wind cutting through the air. I took a deep breath. Only one sword in the world could break this: "The Chinese Technique!" "The Heaven-Mending Sword!" The strongest sword in the world was unleashed in my hand. The burst of sword energy stirred up a cloud of dust, and the flowing sword light obscured the brilliance of the sun and moon. The radiance of the sword made me disappear into it. A dazzling light swept into the sky, and the flying arrows were shattered into pieces by the light, while the rest scattered into the void under the power of this sword.

A deathly silence fell! Everyone was stunned by this earth-shattering sword strike, including myself. I had only used this move casually, fueled by a surge of heroic spirit in my chest, but I never expected it to be so powerful. The Chinese Sword Technique is indeed a sword of immortals and gods! No wonder this sword technique only has four moves. Now it seems that even this one move is enough to shock the heavens and earth and make ghosts weep!

"Hahahaha!" A hearty laugh suddenly rang out from the starry sky.

"Children, step back. That brat who broke into the palace, hurry up and come up!" An old man stood on the top of the Sun and Moon Cleansing Star Palace. His words clearly carried absolute authority. Everyone bowed simultaneously, then retreated like a tide, leaving me alone in the once bustling square. I leaped onto the roof of the palace, and the entire Xixing City came into view, ablaze with lights and displaying a magnificent spectacle. "Your unworthy grandson Kunlun Wuhui greets the Emperor Emeritus!" "Oh? How do you know?" "Your Majesty's divine skills are unparalleled. He appeared without my noticing, which shows that Your Majesty is worthy of the title of one of the top ten." "Ah! You've grown so much in the blink of an eye!" The old man was moved by my repeated calls of "Grandpa." "Thanks to Your Majesty's blessings, I've had a relatively easy time these past few years with my maternal grandfather's guidance!" The old man stepped forward, and I finally saw his face clearly. He was just an ordinary old man, slightly hunched, with failing eyesight, and looking rather frail in the night wind. This was my grandfather, and no one else. Having never had any relatives before, I didn't know how to express the overwhelming feeling of blood ties at that moment. "Leaving you alone over there, you...you never blamed me?" I knelt on one knee: "Grandson thanks Father and the Emperor Emeritus for their painstaking efforts. I always remember the honor and disgrace of the family, and I have never harbored any resentment." The old man reached out to help me up: "Grandpa believes in you! But you've come at the wrong time!" I was puzzled. "The outside world still needs you. Your wings are not yet fully grown, and your mind still needs to be tempered." "Grandson understands, but this time..." "But this time you actually stole your own little niece's red pill, didn't you?" The old man grabbed my hand, making me blush. "So...so..." "Alas! It's true that you're not mature enough. A ruler should act decisively when faced with a situation, why have so many concerns!" Hearing this, I was overjoyed: "Grandpa...Grandpa...you actually allowed me..." "What else could I do but allow it? Watch you two suffer for the rest of your lives!" I bowed again! "Thank you, Grandpa, for your kindness! But...but don't you think this is...is...chaotic..." "Chaotic my foot! It's fate, it's love, didn't I force myself on you back then..." The old man let slip, and seeing my understanding expression, he blushed and quickly changed the subject: "But...you should also watch your diet!" "Grandson will definitely remember! But...Grandpa, you should also watch your appetite!" "Oh?" "Hahahaha..." The old man and the young man burst into laughter. For a moment, they were overjoyed, laughing freely under the starry sky!

Chapter Twenty-Two: Embarking on a New Life Amidst

the clamor of gongs and drums, and the sounds of stringed instruments, today was the auspicious day of Miss Nalan Aoxing's marriage to the Left Prime Minister of the capital. The wedding procession stretched for two streets. Crowds lined the streets to watch, as such a spectacle was a rare sight in many years. The Han family, who were hosting the wedding, also went all out, setting up a banquet with 288 tables in the bustling city center. As long as you said "Congratulations," you were invited to take a seat. People came and went, and it was said that this free banquet would last for three days. For a time, the entire Xixing City felt like it was celebrating the New Year.

I stood on the rooftop of a house, watching the farce unfold with amusement, wondering how the Han family would react when they received the imperial edict. Han Tian had just given me a hard time last night, and today I'd snatched his daughter-in-law away; I wondered if the Grand Marshal would finally give up. Suddenly, the wedding procession stopped, clearly arguing with someone. I knew without asking that it was the imperial messenger negotiating with the two families; surely the two high-ranking officials wouldn't disobey the decree. Sure enough, the procession stopped, extinguished the fireworks, and dejectedly turned and went home. My smile returned, remembering that I was the one who drafted the edict and gave it to my grandfather. It stated that Aoxing was young and lacked understanding, and that the Han family's young master should prioritize the nation, postpone the matter, and go to war to fight for the country. Furthermore, it warned that both families held high military and political positions, and that a marriage alliance might face criticism, and so on and so forth! In short, they wouldn't let you get married. If you did, you'd be branded as having a faction through marriage and plotting something sinister, leaving you with a bitter pill to swallow!

After a long day of turmoil, Ao Xing leaned against her bed, still lost in thought. The bridal sedan chair that had been carried out was brought back. Although she didn't know what had happened, the thought that she wouldn't be getting married today brought her a strange sense of relief. "He...where is he? Will he come back knowing I haven't married...but I hurt him so much that day...what should I do?" "Miss! Miss! Come quick! There's a monster with big ears and a long nose outside!" The maid outside shouted without thinking. Ao Xing was jolted awake from her reverie. The deepest expectation in her heart, which she had kept well hidden, suddenly surged forward, propelling her out of the room towards the source of the sound.

That must be an elephant, right? A giant elephant, with a trunk over eight feet long and two large, pot-like ears, was draped in colorful ribbons and red felt. A small house sat atop its broad back, the most extravagant feature being the house itself. It gleamed with dazzling gold, clearly made of pure gold, and its walls were inlaid with precious gems like luminous pearls. Even disregarding its exquisite craftsmanship, the gold, silver, and gems alone were priceless! But the person inside the small golden house atop the elephant was nothing special—just a chubby little boy dressed in a wedding gown and adorned with a large red flower. No one would guess who this simple-minded son-in-law was!

Ao Xing saw the real elephant, and she saw the person she had longed for day and night. She wanted to smile, she wanted to give him her brightest smile, but for some reason, tears streamed down her face. Ao Xing kept sniffing, but it was no use. She stared blankly at the hands the person on the elephant reached out to her. "Would you rather go with a pig or an elephant, Miss?" I couldn't help but chuckle at Ao Xing's pretense of a fight. She, who couldn't stand being provoked, burst into laughter at my words, striking her signature Ao Xing pose: hands on her hips, eyebrows furrowed, and lips pouting. "The elephant is one thing! This young lady will naturally go with the pig!" Ao Xing, I absolutely adore you like this! I patted the elephant's massive head and shouted, "Barton! Bring her up!" This elephant was quite intelligent, and given the good food I'd given it this morning, it readily complied. With a long whinny and a shake of its head, its eight-foot-long trunk swept Ao Xing up, startling her so much she closed her eyes and screamed. When she opened them, she found herself tightly embraced. A long-lost blush crept onto her cheeks, and she buried her face in my chest in embarrassment. This was my Ao Xing! I gently kissed her rounded earlobe, whispering sweet nothings: "Silly girl! Do you really think you can escape by getting married? I said I could only marry you! This time you broke your promise first, so you'll have to pay for it with your whole life! Oh! Don't rush to hide, see if you're satisfied with the bridal chamber your husband has prepared for you?"

"Isn't this good enough? Brother, stop making that long face!" Lin Zuixian finally managed to say, removing the wine pot from her lips. "Oh! If only I'd known it would be like this!" Nalan Jingde said helplessly, looking at the two people immersed in love in front of the building. But then he smiled and said, "Brother Lin! Today is my daughter's wedding, we must drink until we drop!" "No way! These are just a bunch of pretentious officials here. I have to catch up with your son-in-law. With him, I'll not only get good wine, but also a fight. I'm off!" After saying that, he had already climbed out the window. Nalan Jingde didn't stop him, poured himself a cup of wine and drank it all in one gulp, wondering which little brat had led him to the Emperor. Meanwhile, Nalan Aotian, who was in the mansion, felt a chill run down his spine. "I can't let my betrayal of my sister be exposed!"

The elephant's steps were steady, and my movements maintained a good rhythm. My clone kept going in and out of Aoxing's valley, and Aoxing's body bounced up and down accordingly. Aoxing's snow-white breasts undulated like waves in my eyes. I couldn't help but grasp them in my hands, kneading them carefully. After a while, I opened my mouth and took one of her pink, luscious nipples into my mouth, gently licking it with my tongue. I felt the little grape swell in my mouth, and Aoxing responded to the intense stimulation from above and below, thrusting her perfect, full buttocks towards me. I felt the pleasure of being tightly gripped by Aoxing, and her abundant juices slowly overflowed from her flower path with the pushing of my penis.

"Ah... Husband... Ah... Sixth Uncle... Sixth Uncle!" Aoxing's soft moan aroused my wildest desire. The person beneath me was my own niece, and this realization made me quicken my movements. My powerful thrusts landed on Aoxing's flower nest with each stroke, accompanied by sweet moans. I kissed Aoxing's luscious red lips, and she responded passionately. Her delicate hands mimicked my touch, caressing my nipples. I had never known that my own place was so sensitive. My movements had reached their limit. Although Aoxing's moans had faded from my mouth, her increasingly heavy breathing indicated that she was about to reach her climax. Finally, my thrusts pierced her flower chamber, finding themselves tightly trapped at the entrance of her beautiful nest. Aoxing suddenly hugged me tightly, wishing she could completely merge into my body. At the same time, her entire flower passage contracted violently, and her flower nest gushed out a pool of sweet nectar. The tip of my thrusts was thoroughly drenched by this cool fluid. I knew that Aoxing was now reaching an unprecedented peak, releasing her primordial yin in this overwhelming climax. I immediately suppressed the urge to release my pent-up energy and slowly channeled my true essence into Aoxing's body. Yin and Yang intertwined, merging seamlessly. Aoxing, who had been severely weakened by the release of her primordial Yin, realized her weakness and began to guide these two streams of life force. Finally, her pale cheeks regained their rosy hue. Feeling the boundless love I felt for her within my life force, she couldn't help but shower my lips with kisses.

After a devastating bombardment of pleasure, Aoxing was completely exhausted. My wildness had left her beautiful vulva swollen and red. Looking at my still erect member, Aoxing smiled mischievously, "Sixth Uncle! Let your niece serve you!" This little girl was clearly uninhibited now, using her special status to stimulate me. I cooperated fully, pushing my member to its peak, my small hands tightly binding it. Aoxing then pinned me down, her red lips kissing my nipples. It seemed she had struck gold this time; I had discovered that this sensitive spot could ignite my burning desire. Sure enough, Aoxing's nimble little tongue drew circles on that little spot, and her lips kept sucking. These were all my tricks, but now this little girl was using them against me, and I was shamelessly enjoying it. "I can't take it anymore, you little vixen!" I pressed down on Aoxing's shoulders, and my penis only lingered in the air for a moment before plunging into Aoxing's mouth. If it couldn't find a cavity, it would definitely swell and burst. Aoxing had experience with blowjobs before, and as soon as my penis entered her mouth, she swelled up her fragrant saliva and smeared it all over, and then began to lick it frantically. Her long hair was casually spread across my chest and abdomen, gently caressing my body with her movements, and her little hands pinched two sensitive spots on my upper body. Her little fragrant tongue also kept teasing every part of my penis. After a few times, I couldn't take it anymore, pressed Aoxing's head down, and thrust my penis into her mouth a few times before ejaculating. "Hoo...!" Looking at Ao Xing's smirking face, I thought to myself, "If I don't make sure you can't get up this time, I'll lose face later." Without further ado, I yelled and pounced on Ao Xing again.

The elephant carrying the bridal chamber, named 'Barton,' was clearly impatient with the two people on its back, constantly bellowing, but I ignored it. I swore I wouldn't get off until I'd dealt with this irresistible little vixen! A moment of human-elephant harmony!

And just like that, I took Ao Xing away. She boldly gave me a nickname: Little Elephant! Guess how she explained it? She said my private parts were like an elephant's trunk, but because of the size, I was a little elephant! Hearing this, I grabbed her and spanked her, but it didn't have much effect, because after I introduced her to Xiao Yu, Chu San, and Wan Chu, she immediately told them this 'story'. I finally realized I had brought a huge problem with me!

My trip to Kyoto came to a perfect end, and I set off again with my beautiful wives. These ladies, though with different personalities, got along incredibly well, and after a few days, they started to isolate me. Xiaoyu, whom I always spoiled, was completely outmaneuvered by the ever-curious Aoxing, while the shy and quiet Chusan and the gentle Wanchu were even more compatible, spending their days chatting in the carriage. I, on the other hand, was just idly feeding Barton, and when I was even more bored, I'd drag Lin Laozui and Xiaokui out for drinks and exchange bawdy jokes. To think that the head of the world's number one gangster was so bored made me feel quite disheartened. But fate had other plans. On the tenth day after we left the capital, a messenger arrived with an urgent report in crimson ink. Clutching the small piece of paper, I soared into the sky, gracefully performing sixteen somersaults. "Business! You've finally arrived!"

Appendix: [Date], Imperial Capital of China. To celebrate the birthday of the Star Queen of the Western Palace, all the concubines gathered at the Proud Moon Washing Star Palace. As the banquet concluded, Nangong Yuhou recounted the most touching moments of her relationship with the Emperor. The concubines chimed in, some mentioning the sunset on the beach, others the warmth of the hibiscus-scented tent, some the morning mist at dawn, others the wondrous peaks of the cloud-shrouded mountains, some the medicinal remedies, and others the celestial grasslands. A cacophony of voices filled the air, and the Emperor, also reminiscing, was greatly pleased. However, after the Star Queen uttered her words, the Emperor excused himself to relieve himself and fled, leaving the concubines standing frozen in shock. And so the Star Queen said: "The summit of the elephant!"

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