[Wuxia] The Legend of Condor Heroes: The World's People [Complete] - 5

Chapter Forty-Two: Zhao's Concubine Wants to Cheat?

Three days later, I had just returned from the training ground and was about to go for a walk with Guo Fu when a servant from Prefect Zhao's household came to my door, saying that
the Prefect invited Yang Jieyuan to his residence for a chat.

What was that old man Zhao Kui up to in the middle of the afternoon? It wasn't lunchtime; did he have a habit of afternoon tea?
I couldn't refuse, so I instructed the servant to say I was going to Prefect Zhao's residence.

Prefect Zhao's private residence was, of course, much more magnificent than Guo's. The main gate was painted gold with a red background, adorned with thirty-six bronze door studs.
Two teams , all dressed in black robes with royal blue trim, wearing gold-winged crowns with bright yellow ribbons hanging from both sides—
typical attire of the Song Dynasty's imperial guards, only the robes were slightly different in color. Was it necessary to send out such a grand welcome?
I wondered.

"Young Master Yang, you've arrived." Greeting me at the entrance was the steward of the Zhao residence, the same one who had hosted me for the last banquet.

"Lord Zhao has summoned me to his residence; what brings you here?" I asked.

Zhao De smiled, "Actually, it was Madam who invited you today, Young Master Yang, to the rear garden for a chat." He gestured for me to enter.

I was annoyed. Damn it, a woman putting on such airs! If it were Prefect Zhao himself, I'd accept it, but this was ridiculous.
Oh well , he's only a seventh-rank official, let alone a fifth-rank one. I'll see what tricks he's up to.

The imperial guards and servants followed behind, escorting me. "What are they doing here?"

"It's the residence's security measures; Young Master, please don't mind." Zhao De said, and I didn't ask further, after all, I hadn't done
anything wrong.

"Young Madam, Scholar Yang has arrived." Zhao De led me to a waterside pavilion and reported from outside the layers of gauze curtains.

"You may leave." A calm voice came from inside the curtains.

After the servants left, I noticed that the guards had also cordoned off the back garden from a distance, but didn't approach.

"You may all leave now, we don't need anyone to serve us here."

Ugh, making the environment so ambiguous, what is she trying to do?

"Please, Young Master Yang, come in and talk." I didn't stand on ceremony and lifted the curtain to enter the waterside pavilion.

"Are you Rong's future son-in-law? Indeed, you are exceptionally handsome, a true gentleman, worthy of the Guo family's eldest daughter.
My name is Wanqin." The beautiful woman, Wanqin, stared at me with her alluring eyes. A fragrant breeze approached, and her ample breasts and hips
almost pressed against me… Upon closer inspection, I realized this woman was not only charming and alluring, but her figure was also incredibly sexy and alluring. The woman was nearly
thirty, the most mature and beautiful time of a woman's life. She was captivating, with a radiant face and a graceful figure.
Her face
thewas delicate was dazzlingly white. The pleated skirt was tightly cinched at the waist, making her waist appear slender, and her pink buttocks were round and
full. Her long, jade-like legs were hidden under the skirt, concealing most of her curves… “Auntie, I am Yang Guo. I
wonder what business you have with me?” I couldn’t look anymore. If I kept looking, I was sure I would pin this beautiful woman, Wanqin, to the bed, first uprooting
her, then doing the old man’s wheelbarrow… “Auntie?” Wanqin’s expression was a little unpleasant. She smiled and said, “Take a good look.
Do I look that old?” To give me a better view, the beautiful Wanqin turned to the side and bent her waist slightly, making her round and
full breasts even more prominent… I swallowed hard. What would it be
like ? What I couldn't stand the most was this slut's ample breasts and pert buttocks. At this moment, the woman's posture was incredibly sexy and suggestive, occasionally
throwing me a flirtatious glance, like a wanton woman who had been longing for a man's touch for a long time… This woman's seduction of me
was so obvious; something was definitely amiss. What was this woman trying to do? If I weren't in the prefect's house,
if this woman didn't seem to know my mother-in-law and Fu Mei so well, and if I didn't adhere to the principle of not daring to mess with those close to me, lest I be unable to escape later,
I might have already… made my move. Who knows, my wife and mother-in-law might be watching right there.

"How is it? Is your figure and appearance really so unappealing to the top scholar? Indeed, it's said that even
Liu Rushi, the most beautiful courtesan in the Xiangyang poetry competition, offered herself to him, but was rejected by Master Yang. Sister, you've been rather abrupt."

"I wonder what Madam Zhao's purpose is in inviting me?" Hearing the beautiful woman's tone, I secretly guessed that she seemed
to know a lot about my situation.

"Hehe." The beautiful Wanqin wrapped her arms tightly around my neck. "Sister, you should
understand . Although my youth is fading, I still have some confidence. My skills in bed are no
less than those so-called famous courtesans. Everyone says that Master Yang is incredibly skilled with the Yang family spear. I wonder if he's really as
good ." Madam Wanqin chuckled, her hand gradually moving downwards.

I was startled and grabbed the woman's hand to stand up, saying, "Madam, we're alone, it's best to show some respect." I
became increasingly suspicious. Was she testing me? " Isn't this going too far? Could she really be my fan? But a woman's identity is sensitive and
mysterious. With such a team of imperial guards as bodyguards, she couldn't possibly be one of Zhao Kui's concubines. I absolutely cannot get involved with her." "If
Madam has no further instructions, I'll take my leave."

I gently grasped the beautiful woman Wanqin's jade-like hand, its smooth and warm texture touching my skin. My heart skipped a beat. I wanted to
shake off her hand, but due to a slight loss of control, she held it tightly, and I dared not exert any force to break free… "A doctor's heart is like
a parent's . Your master's healing hands are miraculous. I wonder how much you've learned? I feel so hot all over, young husband, please
take a look at me." The woman's jade-like fingers lightly poked my palm.

I knew this woman was seducing me, yet I still quite enjoyed it. " Damn it, I won't lay a hand on you. If you dare to undress,
I'll dare to look..." "I do have some basic medical knowledge. Please instruct the servants to prepare a thin rope so I can examine you, Madam." I
thought to myself , let's see what tricks you're up to. If you like to play, I'll play the suspended-rope pulse diagnosis game with you.

"Hehe, no need for such trouble. I trust my brother's character." The alluring woman giggled and sat back on the couch, patting the empty seat beside her
. "Come sit down."

That's true. If you don't seduce me, I'm a decent person; if you actively seduce me, then that's another story.
He bowed, then walked straight to the bed, sat down at the foot of the bed, and said to Wanqin, "Please allow me to take your pulse, Madam."

The alluring woman, Wanqin, languidly knelt to the side. She took off her embroidered shoes, revealing a pair of long, slender legs. Her round, full
buttocks and the graceful curves of her waist were presented to me, and her delicate feet, peeking out from under her skirt, were incredibly alluring… “This…”
…It's alright if I don't take your pulse. Madam, please turn around and open your mouth so I can see your tongue. The beautiful woman actually turned around, extending her
delicate tongue, and kept licking it lightly on her red lips. Coupled with the deep, white cleavage between her breasts, it truly
dazzled my blood boil… “Oh~!” I groaned comfortably. The beautiful woman from the prefect's house, with one flawless white lotus foot
, actually probed between my legs, rubbing my hot Yang family spear… “Hehe, youth is so good, it's already so hard, it's so hot it
's making me lose my soul.” Wanqin laughed softly.

“Madam, I respect Lord Zhao's character. You are his wife or concubine, and I hope you won't bring shame to his family!” Damn it,
if you don't let go, I'll get serious. At this point, I realized that this harlot was just a lovesick fool, and
had nothing to do with testing me.

“You said I'm Zhao Kui's concubine?” "The beautiful Wanqin seemed to have heard the funniest joke in the world.

"I am Xie Wanqin, the legitimate wife of the Prince of Xiangyang, and Zhao Kui is my cousin."

*Sigh*—so she's a princess, no wonder she's not a prefect's concubine. I wondered why there were so many imperial guards in the courtyard; they
were all this woman's bodyguards. Now I can't do anything reckless. She's a princess, a member of the imperial family, while I, Yang Guo, am just a scholar. Her
family has power, money, and soldiers; I, Yang Guo, have nothing… "Your Majesty, I was blind to your greatness. Please forgive me, and
release my… my thing." Who knew that the incredibly beautiful, seemingly innocent and youthful, yet secretly seductive and wanton Princess
Xie Wanqin of Xiangyang not only wouldn't release my thing, but also stretched out her legs and moved them around on it a few times… "Oh! Hiss~!" "
I'm so happy I feel like my soul's leaving my body. The princess is giving me a footjob. Damn, just imagine Diana giving you a handjob, and you'll know what that
feels like. Her status alone makes me feel ecstatic, not to mention this beautiful woman's skills are truly remarkable. I wonder if her short-lived
husband was drained by her or died from being cuckolded too many times... The Prince of Xiangyang has been dead for ten years. He was in his thirties when he died, but he
looked like he was in his fifties.

Could it be that this beautiful and seductive Princess of Xiangyang is now unable to bear the loneliness and cannot remain a widow? Is she out looking for food because she's thirsty?

"Your Highness, what exactly do you want? You are of noble status, you can't do this!" Now that I know she's a princess, not
the prefect's concubine, I dare not have any improper thoughts about Xie Wanqin... "Hehe, now you know you're scared. Why didn't you talk to
me earlier?" Little brother, your older sister knows you are a young scholar who has achieved the highest rank in
the imperial examinations. You are only eighteen years old this year. Yesterday, your master came to our door to promote your "Morning Dew Lotus Fragrance." I remembered that a few days ago everyone said that you, Scholar Yang, are both a scholar and a warrior, and that
you are a master of both poetry and calligraphy. You also have a poem called "Serving the Country with Utmost Loyalty" that is widely sung in Xiangyang City. I naturally admire you very much, so I wanted to invite you to my home for a chat to ease my longing. "The beautiful
and alluring Princess Xie Wanqin of Xiangyang bit her lower lip, gave me a resentful look, sat up, and reached out to remove the jade hairpin from her hair.
Her beautiful hair cascaded down, instantly adding to her gentle and charming appearance, as well as a touch of sanctity, yet she was completely unrelated to
the word .' A new suspicion arose in my heart. Such a good thing, offered so readily? I felt that she was holding back something.
If so, what could it be that would make the high and mighty Princess Xie Wanqin beg me so despicably?

'Your Highness, these are just some minor tricks. That day was merely a coincidence.' The beautiful Princess Xie Wanqin's
series of seductive movements, elegant yet sexy, full of femininity, made me momentarily forget her previous flirtatious
performance, and I began to examine the woman before me with a different eye.

'Hehe, little brother is so simple and adorable. No wonder the willful and capricious Guo Daya is so infatuated with you.'" "
The beautiful Princess Xie Wanqin's alluring peach blossom eyes curved into crescent moons. 'I know all about your abilities. Your mother-in-law and I are
best friends who can talk about anything.'

The beautiful princess smiled sweetly, deftly removing my boots. She climbed onto the bed and
lowered , instantly enveloping herself in a crimson mist.

'Good brother, quickly cure my lovesickness, my chest aches terribly.' The beautiful princess
lay sprawled on the bed, her head resting on my lap, her eyes languid and her breath coming in soft gasps.

Damn it, what on earth did my mother-in-law say? This princess is really shameless, not even sparing her best friend's son-in-law? Is she some
kind of psychopath , waiting for me to embarrass myself before arresting and beating me?

I had reservations; the possibility seemed real. I didn't want to ruin my reputation: 'Your Highness,
what exactly do you want from me?'" "

Through the rosy mist, her beautiful figure revealed her graceful curves. I watched as she loosened her silk robes and slowly shed her light garments within the curtains. Every gesture,
every thrust of her chest, exuded an elegant beauty. Her alluring body, capable of driving one mad, was revealed in the haze—curved, round
, perky…" What are you still staring at? Of course, of course, you've come to help cure my vexing lovesickness! A

soft, rosy light bathed her smooth, delicate skin, creating a faint glow. The beauty within the boudoir was
breathtaking . Xie Wanqin, the Princess Consort of Xiangyang, only slightly less alluring than Huang Rong, tossed her hair behind her head,
and with a seductive, enchanting grace, fell gracefully onto the couch, pulling the brocade quilt halfway over herself. She said playfully, "A woman who can be a princess
must be a simple woman."

As if bewitched, I stepped forward and lifted the boudoir. Beneath the red satin quilt embroidered with mandarin ducks and blue water, I saw a captivatingly beautiful
body , curvaceous and alluring. Her long, black hair cascaded down like flowing clouds, revealing glimpses of her snow-white neck. Her
long, firm legs were partially exposed outside the quilt, and her bare arms radiated
a beauty … "Come up here! My heart and liver are aching terribly, come and touch them." "

The beautiful princess's voice was so sweet it almost melted my bones. I was mesmerized, my desire finally overpowering
any lingering hesitation, and I leaped onto the embroidered bed… Princess Xie Wanqin of Xiangyang was not yet thirty, her psychological and
physical needs at their peak. Coupled with her pampered lifestyle and excellent nutrition, this burning desire was not
easily extinguished. Her fair and full breasts, plump and firm, were half-concealed beneath the brocade quilt, rising and falling with her breath." I lay there.
Her long slender, and firm legs, smooth and rounded, were almost entirely pulled outside the covers, revealing her snow-white, rounded, and firm buttocks.
Her delicate, pink lotus feet, like a tender white lotus root, with perfectly proportioned toes and bones, tempted me to grasp and caress them… Ugh,
it's so hot today… I felt a burning sensation in my chest, and the pile of clothes I was wearing felt increasingly cumbersome, making me feel unbearable.
The alluring queen still wouldn't let go of the boy she saw as innocent. "You rascal, are you trying to drive your sister crazy?" The alluring queen's cherry lips pressed against mine.
Her lips and fragrant tongue eagerly entered my mouth, sucking and intertwining. At first, I maintained a gentlemanly demeanor, clenching my teeth and silently reminding myself that I
couldn't betray Third Sister, Rushi, and Fu'er, and even worrying that my mother-in-law would despise me if she found out. But then, that beautiful princess
actually slipped a hand into my trousers, grasped my already erect penis, and rhythmically began to stroke it. She then feigned shyness,
nestling against my chest and extending her soft hand to guide my large hand to her breasts. The moment I touched the princess's large, round
breasts, I heard a "crack" in my head, as crisp as the glass bottle that had shattered when I broke Guo Fu's bottle that day. ...
Unconsciously, I began to knead the beautiful princess's large breasts, my tongue chasing after her delicate nipples, responding with
passionate kisses on her beautiful face and slender neck... The beautiful princess's large breasts
seemed to swell even more upon contact with my hot palms, her nipples like budding flowers, exuding a captivating allure.

The beautiful princess murmured dreamily, "Mmm...my little master...yes...right there...harder...harder
...oh...it feels so good...mmm..." The beautiful princess wrapped her arms around my waist and slowly lay
down . Her snow-white body, sculpted like jade, shone brightly in the soft candlelight. Her exquisite curves and tender
skin were truly intoxicating.

Even now, the beautiful and gentle Third Sister and the newlywed Liu Rushi are still somewhat inexperienced in bed
. This is the first time I've been led by the nose by a woman in bed, and meeting the beautiful royal widow, Princess Xiangyang Xie Wanqin, I've truly encountered a master.
I increased the pressure on my hands, and the beautiful and seductive Princess Xiangyang Xie Wanqin cried out even more seductively and wantonly, causing my lower
body to become painfully hard, yearning to go straight for the heart of the matter and have a good ride. But behind these several curtains
lies a vast world, and if the servants of the Zhao residence spread the word, I'll be in big trouble, and it wouldn't be good if Third Sister and Rushi found out either.

"No, Your Highness... I should go. It's too late to go back, and the family will worry." In my previous life, I was a tough soldier, and apart from when
I was on a mission, I've seen all kinds of situations. Whether it's a girl from a humble family, a lady from a wealthy family, a seductive vixen,
or woman, I forced myself to remain calm, otherwise I wouldn't have remained a virgin for over twenty years until I transmigrated to this life. I
've never indulged in sex games without a foundation of affection, and this time, I won't either.

The woman rolled her eyes at me. Even with such a hard erection, you can still control yourself; you're truly a rare gem, like Tang Sanzang. Xie Wanqin rolled her
eyes at me: "Even after all this, you're still reluctant to call me by my childhood name?"

"Then... then Wanqin, what exactly do you want? I believe there's no love without a reason, nor is there
hatred without a reason. I'm so confused." I still don't believe Xie Wanqin has taken a liking to me. She's the Princess of Xiangyang,
so beautiful and alluring. If she wanted to seduce men, she could easily be number 1001. Could it be that she wants a
child, wants to use a sperm donor? "That doesn't make sense. Judging from her demeanor, she doesn't seem like she's about to be stripped of her power..." "If you can make things happen with me,
I can recommend you for a position in the court. Of course, with your talent, you wouldn't be overlooked through normal channels. But have you considered..."
The woman turned over, sat up, and without putting on her clothes, spoke to the man with seductive charm, her half-naked body exposed.
"To tell you the truth, in the past, the top three papers in the imperial examinations were actually decided by high-ranking officials. It all depended on which one the emperor
was pleased with; that one became the top scholar... You have no connections, no background, and no one to help you. Even if you pass the imperial examination,
you'll definitely be outside the top sixty. I'm afraid that when you're forty or fifty, you'll only be a fifth-rank prefect. So, if you
agree..." The beautiful and alluring princess continued to tease me, her watery, seductive eyes fixed on me.

Make me a gigolo? Isn't that just like those male prostitutes kept by rich women in later generations? A surge of anger welled up inside me. I was a scholar, a
top scholar in my prefecture, and while becoming the top scholar in the imperial examinations was uncertain, passing the metropolitan examinations should be no problem. Didn't I have plenty of money?
Beautiful women , my dear San Niang is no less attractive than you, and Miss Guo will definitely be better than you in the future. How many men in history who climbed the social ladder by dragging women down
with them ended well? Besides, you're not the Empress Dowager, just a widow of the Princess of Xiangyang… Did any of your former lovers
become powerful figures now? I couldn't exactly walk up to them and say, "We're brothers-in-law who've been through thick and thin together, you 'll
protect me from now on…" I was furious, ignoring the half-naked, alluring Xie Wanqin on the bed, no
matter how noble her status as a royal princess, no matter how sexy and alluring her figure… I turned and left the tent, ready to escape this hellhole.

"Hey~ Don't go!" Xie Wanqin saw the anger in the man's eyes, knew she had hurt his fragile
pride , and quickly grabbed me.

"Let go. I originally thought there must be a reason for your pretentious behavior, but I never expected you to be so self-degrading and lacking in
self-respect." I was angry and flung Xie Wanqin's hand away. I used too much force, and Xie Wanqin was thrown
back halfway. The beautiful princess fell onto the bed, her shoulders shaking, her pretty face buried in the pillow, as if she was crying... I felt a little soft-hearted
. Had I said too harshly? "Are you alright?"

Chapter 43 The top scholar shook his toad-like aura, and the assassins were all finished.

Xie Wanqin suddenly got up, tore the front of my outer garment, and laughed, "Go ahead and leave, how do you plan to leave like this?"
Seeing that her scheme had succeeded, a hint of triumph flashed in the alluring eyes of the beautiful Wanqin, "Why aren't you leaving? I won't stop you, hehe!"
Damn, this woman can still laugh at a time like this?

I was furious and, without caring about anything else, pointed at her nose and yelled, "Are you some kind of infatuated fool, or did you get rabies
from Go see a doctor, there might still be hope!"

The beautiful princess looked at me pitifully and said resentfully, "I may be infatuated, I may be lowly, but you have no right
to deprive me of my freedom to pursue happiness. Do you know, that night on the banks of the Han River, I was also among the crowd cheering for you? Your poems,
your sword, your calligraphy, and your unrestrained spirit, have all been imprinted on my heart since that night..."

I broke out in a cold sweat. Could this be the one who said the shocking "Shoot it for me too!"? No wonder romantic
talents throughout history have been able to dominate the scene for decades; it seems this flower festival is truly a good place for self-promotion. I thought to myself, but
I continued, “Your Highness, since there’s no turning back, why not forget? Since we are not destined to be together, why make vows? Today’s events are
like water leaving no trace. Tomorrow, we will be strangers. I regret that we didn’t meet sooner. Let’s forget each other in the vast world.”

Xie Wanqin pondered those four lines of poetry, tears streaming down her face like a broken dam. “Since we are not destined to be together, why make vows…”
"What night is this? We are now strangers." "Is this another line from your poem?" she asked, her voice filled with sorrow and melancholy.

"Yes," I replied, forcing a smile.

"So you, too, have been hurt by love. Can you tell me about her?" Xie Wanqin seemed to have forgotten the awkwardness between us,
pleadingly asking.

"Ah, Your Highness, forgive my bluntness, but you've been holding back your emotions for too long, which is why you need such a drastic way to vent and relieve them.
It seems you have many grievances weighing on your mind. As a healer, I can tell you with certainty that if you could
confide your inner burdens to someone, I believe you would feel much lighter." "I ignored her, just taught her a way to relieve stress,
hoping her 'lovestruck syndrome' could still be cured, may Heaven grant me peace! I was in a hurry to go to Chuping Street and didn't want to waste any more words with her, so
I turned to leave the tent.

Suddenly, I sensed murderous intent in the courtyard! A black-clad figure, as elusive as a ghost, descended from the sky, his three-foot-long
sword flashing like lightning, aimed straight at my chest... Damn it, could it be that he failed to rape me and is now sending someone to kill me to silence me? I
barely dodged the fierce sword and slipped to the side of a pillar.

Twelve imperial guards with swords shouted and rushed over, charging towards the ghostly black-clad figure. 'Hmm?'" "Wait a minute,
could they be fighting amongst themselves? Am I wrong? Is their target the Princess?

The assassins have accomplices too! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Six figures suddenly flew out from the four corners of the courtyard, all dressed in black
. Seeing their first attack fail, they aimed at the curtain and thrust their swords at it again.

Where there are clouds, there is the world; where there are people, there is the martial world. Where there is the martial world, there is swordplay and bloodshed; the human heart is treacherous.
I never thought that coming to the prefect's residence to seek peace would lead to such a feud. I remained calm, channeling my inner strength to shatter the curtain.
The ripping of the gauze disrupted the enemy's vision, and I used the opportunity to pull Princess Xie into my arms for protection. 'It's alright, I'm here.' '

Mm. '" "Xie Wanqin, perhaps used to this kind of situation, didn't scream, which
surprised .

The most skilled assassin was only slightly distracted, and now the assassin's sword tip was already at my face. I was frustrated because I had no
weapon and had to protect Princess Xie with one hand.

"Protect the Princess!" I shouted, carrying Xie Wanqin as I ran, calling for the guards to help. With a hiss, my back was
slashed .

"You're injured?" Xie Wanqin asked anxiously.

I didn't speak, took another breath, and darted into the guards' protective circle. "Damn it, this is the first time I've ever seen
blood." Ignoring the jeers of the crowd, I snatched a sword and charged forward.

Two flashes of cold light, one shooting skyward, rang out with a clang of metal against metal, and I was entangled with three men in black.
One of them, a highly skilled assassin, seemed to be the leader of the group and the one who had injured me earlier. My attacks were like mercury flowing across the ground, my
longsword, radiating murderous intent, transformed into a swarm of venomous snakes, stabbing from bizarre angles from time to time… “Kid, hmph, your skills are
quite impressive! We’re not targeting you this time, those of you who are not involved, get out of here!” "After exchanging over a dozen blows,
neither confident we could defeat him quickly. My attention was diverted by the other two who were helping, and the assassin was also afraid of
reinforcements from the Prince's guards.

That voice was strong and hoarse, carrying a sense of vicissitude; I knew immediately it was a deliberate attempt to conceal their actions, not wanting
to leave
any trace. While fighting, they chuckled, 'Hey, masked brother, I'm a disciple of the Beggar Clan leader. My master is chatting with Madam Zhao in the back hall. How about waiting for her to come and give you a go?'

My swordsmanship was only a half-baked Quanzhen sword style and an immature Yang family spear and sword technique, actually weaker than my palm skills.
But under the attack of three, I really didn't dare use my bare hands to catch their weapons.

'Go help!'" "Xie Wanqin's urgent voice came from behind, and I couldn't help but feel a little warm inside.

The man in black, after fighting for so long, was already in a state of confusion. He hadn't checked the almanac before leaving home and had actually run into Guo Jing's gun.

"Hehe." The man in black laughed easily, but sweat had already appeared on his forehead. This kid's internal strength is really strong. After fighting for dozens of moves,
I'm getting stronger and stronger. "Kid's swordsmanship is not bad. Did you learn it from your master?" The black-clad leader's words made my six subordinates
laugh strangely... I felt a chill when I heard that. I thought to myself, you bunch of ignorant fools, if Guo Damu were really here, I would definitely
cut you into eighteen pieces. Ha, wouldn't that be the Eighteen Subduing Dragons?

I cursed in my heart: Why aren't these good-for-nothings coming to help? But I saw that Xie Wanqin only had six guards left, and three of them
had already .

"Big brother, there's no one in the main hall. Dianzi is just messing with you." "Another man in black appeared on the roof and reported to the leader
.

'Ha, kid, 'You choose the path to hell when there's a way to heaven.' If you're not going to leave, then don't. Brothers,
you must keep me here, or there will be endless trouble.'

'Yes, sir!' The assassin who came later also jumped down.

'Well done!' I shouted in a show of bravado: 'Ten Thousand Swords Return to the Origin!'" "I even chanted
a couple of incantations, 'Mama Mama,' scaring the three assassins into retreating. An opportunity! I unleashed the most powerful and deadly move in the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms—'The Dragon Regrets.'
With one strike, I sent the assassin, who had nowhere to hide in mid-air, flying through the air in a 720° somersault, crashing into the lotus pond.

Seizing the momentum, I used the recoil to press my hands firmly against the ground, then unleashed a powerful thrust with my Toad Style palms, propelling myself forward like
a rocket . 'Crack!' Another assassin died instantly, his ribs likely embedded in his internal organs.

'Number Four, Number Seven! Damn brat!' The leader, caught off guard, watched helplessly as two of his men were killed and one wounded,
before charging back in.

'Ha…' I had broken free of the encirclement; how could I give him another chance? I darted around to the back of
one of . '

Number Three, watch out !'" "The leader spoke up to warn him, and the one called Number Three happened to turn around to see what was going on. 'Pfft!' He was struck in the face by my
powerful 'Flying Dragon in the Sky' move, instantly killed.

I then moved in front of another assassin fighting with a guard. Before I could react, a hand chop shattered my Adam's
apple. 'You guys send a few men to deal with that one, I'll take care of this leader.' I sent the guards to help, and then I stood
opposite the assassin leader again.

'Good bastard, you dare to play dumb to fool us, we'll see.' That assassin darted away. Only
another hacked to pieces.

Damn it, if I had been a step later, I would have been kneeling. Actually, my few eagle leaps and hawk swoops were all I had learned in my life, with..."
And the support of refined internal energy. I never expected that it was that one moment of Toad Stance that caused my internal energy to falter; otherwise, I would have definitely captured that
leader .

"Are you alright?" The beautiful Princess Xie Wanqin rushed to me and asked.

I coughed up blood and said, "Your Majesty, please be gentle, I can barely stand." Once inside the guest room, I
breathed a sigh of relief : "That was close. Luckily, their weapon wasn't poisoned; that's rather unprofessional." I felt that the guards
weren't putting in much effort; even those who were stabbed weren't completely incapacitated. The last one, who was supposed to be captured alive,
was hacked to death. Connecting this to Tang Wanqin's behavior, I gradually began to understand something.

"I'm sorry," Tang Wanqin cried, whispering.

"Is it because I was injured, or because you dragged me into this?" I asked softly.

"You?" Tang Wanqin looked at me in surprise, as if trying to see what I knew.

“Even a blind man could see that this was an inside job. The assassin was so unprofessional; he must have
been hired by . The person who tried to assassinate you must be someone you know well, a powerful and influential figure. I can even go further and speculate that
Prefect Zhao might be involved as well,” I analyzed.

“Alas, I can’t say,” Tang Wanqin shook her head.

“Tell me. If I tell you, your dissolute behavior must have a reason,” I said.

“You can’t help me, no one can help me. Perhaps because I’m a wicked woman, I dragged you into this
. This is the end I deserve…” Xie Wanqin smiled calmly, but her smile held a poignant beauty, lacking
any seductive allure.

I was certain I couldn’t stay in the Zhao residence any longer. While I wasn’t afraid of Zhao Kui openly turning on me and killing me to silence me, I was afraid he would kill me and
Xie Wanqin , frame me for adultery, and then set everything on fire. I led Xie Wanqin out of the manor, leaving her with the words:
"The Princess Consort is still shaken and needs my master to treat her. Who dares to openly obstruct her?" Back home, the honest Guo Jing, upon hearing that his good disciple
had been assassinated at the prefect's house, rushed over, just in time to meet the Xiangyang garrison commander, Lü Wende, at the gate: "Guo'er, are you alright
?" Seeing my wife bandaging me, Guo Jing quickly came over.

"Brother Jing, Guo'er is fine, just some superficial injuries, nothing serious." The pretty Huang Rong turned around, her eyes
meeting . I, who was secretly watching from behind, felt a mix of envy and jealousy; it was a rather unpleasant feeling…
A large table of food and wine was laid out in the hall, meant to calm Xie Wanqin's nerves. I sat opposite her, constantly running into her;
there was no way to avoid her. The hall was warm, and Xie Wanqin's rosy cheeks regained their soft glow, her fair and smooth skin like fine jade.
I was starting to regret bringing her back to the Guo family mansion. It's easy to invite a god, but hard to send him away. How could I ensure her safety for life? I'd have to ask Huang Rong for her
opinion later.

Although Xie Wanqin was extremely flirtatious and unrestrained behind closed doors, in public she was still very mindful of her noble
image , afraid that Guo Jing's family would notice our ambiguous relationship. So the beautiful princess always avoided
my gaze. Every time our eyes met, Xie Wanqin's curvaceous body would tremble slightly, as if we were truly an
adulterous couple... Idiot! The more you avoid looking, the more your expression screams, "Isn't this
a blatant lie?" I groaned inwardly.

Whether it was a telepathic connection or Xie Wanqin heard my inner cry, she said frankly,
"Today, thanks to Young Master Yang's selfless rescue, otherwise I fear I would have been bleeding on the spot."

"Your Highness is too kind, I dare not accept such praise." I was determined never to provoke this beautiful and alluring princess again, and even less
to incur the displeasure of Guo Fu, who was already rolling her eyes at me, so my tone was somewhat cold.

Xie Wanqin was, after all, a sentimental woman, and
how could ? This silly boy is afraid the young lady is jealous, or perhaps he's still angry with her? "Young Master Yang, you're my
savior , of course you deserve this cup of wine."

Just as I was sighing inwardly, I suddenly felt a slight pain in my foot. Looking up, I saw Xie Wanqin across from me giving me a
big, seductive wink. The thousand charms she displayed in that instant were like a beacon in the darkness, making even a blind man see. For a
moment the atmosphere at the dinner table became somewhat strange. I noticed that even the blind Ke Zhen'e was listening intently to me, and everyone else, except Guo Jing,
was looking at me and Xie Wanqin. Xie Wanqin's bound feet were still on my foot, and I quickly pulled them back.
A faint blush crept onto my delicate cheeks... Damn it, what does this slut mean by stepping on me? Is she trying to drag
me down with her? I noticed Guo Fu's unfriendly expression and quickly said, "Your Majesty can rest assured in the Guo residence; no one
would dare to cause trouble here. You don't need to worry anymore." I quickly explained that Xie Wanqin was only trying to get close to me because
she was worried about her own safety.

My restless heart was stirring again. As the saying goes, "Those near the water get the moon first"; I, Yang Guo, am the opposite: "
Those near the water get the flower first." Hehe, I almost laughed out loud. If she could stay for a year or two, maybe I could really get her.
Look at how wanton she is in bed; I wonder if I'll be the one taking her, or she'll be taking me. What's there to be afraid of? I'm a man; let her take
whatever , I won't lose out. "Hehe… Guo'er, since Her Highness the Princess is temporarily staying at the Guo residence, it's natural to ensure her safety.
You and Fu'er should spend more time with her to ensure her safety. As for the subsequent matters, I'll discuss it with your master to see
if we ask a few brothers from the gang to protect Her Highness." Guo Jing was a public-spirited person and readily agreed to let Xie Wanqin
stay.

"Father, I understand." Guo Fu breathed a sigh of relief when she heard me say that she and the Princess had no affair, and smiled as she replied,
becoming a little closer to Xie Wanqin.

Huang Rong looked helplessly at her husband and me, blaming us for taking on this mess. She knew without a doubt that this was another
story of a stepmother fighting with her ex-husband's only son. Then she looked at her daughter, Guo Fu, who had followed her around like a little shadow since she was little, and
as she grew older, she relied on him completely, hoping that I wouldn't be like my father,
abandoning my daughter after starting something. Huang Rong couldn't help but shake her head inwardly. Even if she opposed the marriage now, her daughter would likely defy her and
follow this boy wholeheartedly.

Everyone has their own thoughts. After dinner, Guo Jing and Huang Rong went to discuss this thorny issue. Old Man Ke also
joined in the fun, taking a boat back to Jiaxing. Guo Jing was in a bad mood and ordered me, injured, to return to my courtyard to recuperate. I returned...
I glanced into my room as usual, but didn't see those two familiar figures. Miss Guo was
chatting . As for my gentle Third Sister, sigh, almost twenty days had passed without any news. Could something have happened to her on the road? I
wonder if she's thinking of me too?

Longing is unbearable. I could only try to dispel the loneliness by studying. After reviewing the *Great Learning*, *Analects*, *Book of Documents*, *Doctrine of the Mean*, *
I Ching*, and *Strategies*—books I've read countless times—I lost track of time. I
lay lazily on the bed, feeling utterly exhausted and drowsy… *Knock knock knock*. Someone knocked on the door. I opened it to find
Guo Fu standing there, the young girl shyly lowering her head, too embarrassed to speak.

“Fu’er, what time is it? Why are you coming to see your older brother?” I smiled and pulled her into the room, noticing she had
dressed up specially for the evening. A face like white jade, delicate eyebrows, long eyelashes, a high nose, a pair of jewel-like
eyes, rosy lips, and a cascade of black hair that reached her waist. At the neckline of her dress, glimpses of her
alluring , revealing glimpses of her smooth, white breasts, glistening like jade, dazzling the eye. This girl usually dresses very
conservatively; what is she up to today? A tryst?

"Big brother, do you think Fu'er looks good dressed like this?" Guo Fu asked timidly.

It's Xie Wanqin again. What is she trying to do? Raise a slut like me? Make my innocent little Fu'er go out and seduce other
women, making me a cuckold? "Fu'er, you're still young. At this age, innocence and naturalness are the most beautiful. This kind of dressing doesn't suit you."
Although I was quite pleased, as soon as I heard it was related to Xie Wanqin, I immediately expressed my objection.

"Auntie Princess said this is something we need to learn, otherwise it'll be too late to learn later. Big Brother, are you hiding something from me?"
Guo Fu suddenly asked.

"No," I answered without blinking, but my heart was pounding. This little devil was trying to trip me up again? I even
saved her life. I've done a lot of bad things, but Guo Fu has never caught me, so of course I can't admit it no matter what.

"Big Brother, today the Princess asked you if you were good to me? Guess what I answered?" Guo Fu
asked .

"Of course I'm very good to you. Big Brother loves Fu'er the most, doesn't he?" I laughed.

"Yes, Fu'er said so too. But, the Princess said that men like women if they're a little stupid. Do you
think Fu'er is a little stupid?"

"No way, Fu'er isn't stupid at all," I laughed.

"Big brother, thank you. You know what? The first time we met that year, I actually thought I was the best. I had
a father and a mother who loved me dearly, while you... you weren't good at martial arts, and you were all dirty." Guo Fu said playfully, sticking out her little tongue.

"Oh, you dare to insult your big brother like that." I pretended to be angry and tickled Guo Fu.

"Hehe, no, what she meant was that all these years, Fu'er has been following behind you. You've been constantly moving forward, while Fu'er
has been standing still. After hearing what Her Highness the Princess said today, I realized that the distance between us is really widening."

"No way, that's nonsense. Fu'er isn't stupid." I laughed and helped Guo Fu up, saying, "Fu'er, your biggest flaw
is your lack of confidence. You're like a delicate flower in a garden, our family's darling. Everyone indulges you and pampers you,
so you haven't experienced much. But you're only fifteen this year. At fifteen, you're still a child. Of course, you won't understand everything. When
you're older and your horizons broaden, you'll naturally understand some things." I thought to myself, taking the little girl back to Jiangnan for a trip sometime
would be quite a pleasure.

"Confident? Perhaps, good! From today onwards, Fu'er must be more assertive and confident. I really have to thank Her Highness
the Princess , otherwise my elder brother wouldn't have told Fu'er about my many shortcomings. Her Highness the Princess said, if a man doesn't communicate with you,
it means he's hiding something from you; if a man hides something from you, it means he doesn't like you anymore."

What kind of nonsense is this? But it seems that handing Fu'er over to Xie Wanqin for training isn't necessarily a bad thing. I'll
talk to her first, and if she can get Fu'er to accept San Niang and Ru Shi, hehe... The beauty left shyly, the fragrance lingering on the bed.
I put one hand behind my head, humming a song idly, thinking about Xie Wanqin's flirtatious and wanton behavior in bed. If I could win her over,
it wouldn't be a bad thing. Then I could have her lead San Niang, Ru Shi, and Fu'er to study hard... Fu'er is too young for now. But
why was she assassinated? Why does it seem like the people from the Zhao family and the Xiangyang Prince's mansion want her dead? How much of what she said was
true? Was she genuinely admiring my talent, or was she just using me as a shield? Lost in thought, I
fought seven assassins, sustaining internal injuries and bleeding profusely. Exhausted, I fell asleep almost immediately.

Chapter 44 Third Sister, truly my precious darling!

The next morning, I woke to find Xiao Lü tidying and cleaning the room. The little maid, seeing me awake, looked at me with her large, expressive
eyes , calling out, "Young Master, you're awake! Lü'er has prepared your wash water."
She even wrung out a towel, ready to help me wash. How corrupt! The evil feudal society! Even the
gentlest and most virtuous wife in later generations wouldn't serve her husband so obediently.

I politely declined this corrupt request. I'd told Xiao Lü many times not to, but lately this
girl had become increasingly attentive, often gazing at me with affection, truly treating me like a concubine. It made me quite
uncomfortable; what would happen if Guo Fu saw this?

While I was washing my face and tying my hair, Xiao Lü quickly made the bed for me.

"Hey, don't move!" I hurriedly threw down my face towel and tried to stop Xiao Lü. But it was too late; Xiao Lü
had already lifted the covers.

Xiao Lü noticed a large wet patch on the bedding. A fifteen or sixteen-year-old maid naturally knew what had happened. She was
overwhelmed by a strong masculine scent, and she was so embarrassed she could barely stand.

I stood to the side, my bronze face turning a deep red. Yesterday, I had spent half the day with Xie Wanqin, and then I slept like a log
last night , dreaming that Third Sister had returned. Naturally, we had another passionate encounter. When I woke up this morning,
I had soiled my pants. Not only was I trapped in the room by Xiao Lü and unable to change, but she had also exposed my secret. It was incredibly embarrassing
. "...Young Master...you, I...this servant didn't see anything. This servant will wash the mattress right away and bring you a new
one."

The pretty maid ran away like a gust of wind. Hmph, this girl, I need to give her a good talking to when I get the chance. She's getting more and more lawless. She
didn't even ask me before making decisions and causing me such a huge embarrassment.

After breakfast, I headed straight to the training ground, venting all my pent-up anger on the 50 team members, including the unfortunate Da Wu and
Xiao Wu. The two hapless guys had been neglected by Huang Rong lately due to her perfume business, so she dumped them on me to train.
However, I knew Huang Rong had run out of patience and had simply passed them on to me. I didn't deliberately make things difficult for them, and
included them in the training group. The morning's training schedule was twice as heavy as usual. But no one dared to complain,
because I led the team through all the exercises. Whether it was a weighted long-distance run or obstacle course, I was always at the forefront. Those who didn't
know better thought I was leading by example, but actually, I was just venting my frustration and was about to explode.

I ate lunch at the camp before leaving; the food was good—three dishes, a soup, two meat dishes, and one vegetable dish. I encouraged the team members to improve
their physical fitness , since some of them were born with physical deficiencies. Good food is a major reason for retaining them; otherwise, the daily afternoon cultural training
would have scared away these illiterate folks long ago. However, everyone's enthusiasm for learning is very high now, which is
thanks to the braised pork. I listened to Li Tianqiang's lecture for a while and thought it was quite effective. I'm not trying to train scholars; as long as they can read and write and
meet my future tactical needs, that's enough. Even Gouwa has given himself a name, Wu Qing—that's
progress, isn't it? I instructed Chen Zhenyuan to arrange bayonet and spear fighting sparring and military boxing grappling sparring in the evening, and then instructed
Da Wu and Xiao Wu to stay at the camp for training. I, on the other hand, went off on my own.

Back at our little home on Chuping Street, I saw the lock on the door was already open. I hurriedly pushed it open and called out, "Yin'er,
you're back?"

"Guo'er!" A captivatingly beautiful and graceful figure rushed out from the inner room. She was slender and tall,
with a graceful figure and alluring curves. Her steps were graceful and elegant, swaying gently with captivating charm. Her eyebrows were arched, and her eyes were bright and long,
sparkling and alluring, reflecting a clear and serene light. Her jet-black hair was styled into a high, cloud-like bun,
secured with a wooden hairpin, simple yet refined. She had a swan-like, long neck, slender shoulders, a delicate waist, and full, firm breasts. She
wore a pure white coarse cloth garment; though simple and plain, it did not diminish her holy, dignified, and charmingly elegant temperament
. This was none other than the beautiful Third Sister I had been longing for these past few days.

"Yin'er! My darling. I miss you, I miss you so much. Is this real? It feels so unreal.
Pinch me!" I said urgently, holding San Niang's slender waist and grabbing her delicate hand, while tightly embracing
my beloved.

"My lord, I miss you too, I miss you terribly," San Niang said, sobbing as she clung to me. As the saying goes, a day
apart like three autumns; it's clear that the greatest pain in the world is longing.

"I missed you so much! Did you see the note I left for you?" I asked.

"Mmm..." San Niang nodded shyly.

I could no longer contain my joy and deeply kissed San Niang's luscious red lips.

We kissed until the world seemed to spin, then San Niang pushed me away, saying, "Look at you, the door's not even closed." She then casually closed the door behind her.

"Hehe, these past twenty-odd days, every day I've come back, sat at the table in a daze, thinking of you. Thinking about you, I couldn't help but
write my thoughts down on paper, and that's how I ended up with this much." Actually, I've only come back three or four times, but these
past few days I felt that Third Aunt was coming back soon, so I've been coming more often. Of course, I had to say the nicest things, and sure enough, my words moved Third Aunt to tears.
"I miss you too, I miss you so much, but I can't just come and go. These past few days, Yin'er has been thinking of
you every single moment." Third Aunt hugged me, kissing my cheek repeatedly.

I didn't stand on ceremony, picked Third Aunt up, and carried her into the bedroom. "Yin'er, lie down. You must be exhausted from the journey. Let me hear if
our little baby is moving."

San Niang lay down and chuckled, "My silly husband, even if it's true, it's not even been a month yet
. How can you tell? But I don't know if it's because I keep having this thought in my mind, but I always feel a little tired. I've
been thinking about how to explain this to Fu'er all this way..."

I was also taken aback. Yes, if Guo Fu knew that she and San Niang not only had an affair but also had a child...
wouldn't that cause a huge uproar? "I'm a man, and I'll take full responsibility. Don't think about it." I kissed San Niang
's forehead and whispered comfortingly.

"Mmm." San Niang responded shyly and buried her head in my arms.

"Was the journey smooth?" I asked.

"Yes, I went to Zhangjiajie and encountered His Majesty taking Prime Minister Zhu and Senior Brother Ci'en into the mountains to gather herbs. So I waited at the foot of the mountain for
four or five days until they returned, and then stayed for a few more days before heading back. His Majesty said that he might send Fourth Senior Brother,
Prime Minister Zhu, to Xiangyang in a few days." Third Sister quietly recounted her experiences over the past twenty-odd days.

"Hmm." I knew that Zhu Ziliu's visit this time was most likely to pass on the One-Finger Divine Skill to Da Wu and Xiao Wu. However, I wasn't envious.
I already possessed unparalleled martial arts skills; what I lacked was still refinement. I understood the principle of not biting off more than I could chew. "Yin'er, I did something I'm sorry for..." I awkwardly told Third Sister
about my half-hearted acceptance of Liu Rushi and my promise to bring her out . "You're going to bring her here?" Third Sister asked calmly. “I thought you'd be bored, so I wanted her to keep you company. Actually, she's a decent girl, and very considerate, not the kind of shameless woman you imagine…” “What about Fu’er? Can Fu’er accept her?” Third Sister seemed quite worried about Guo Fu’s side, turning her head to ask. “Fu’er is different. After all, we're not married yet. You're the most important person in my heart. Besides, you're the one I promised to take care of for the rest of my life…” “I know you're good to me, and I can't live without you…” Third Sister lowered her head and murmured. “If you don't agree, I can only be a heartless and unfaithful man to her.” I coaxed. “Hmph, no one would believe you!” Third Sister lowered her head and pinched my waist. She didn't really pinch hard, and I called out in response . “Sigh!” Third Sister sighed and said, “Actually, what right do I have to ask anything of you? In a couple of years, when I'm old and faded, as long as you don't discard me like trash, Yin’er will be content.” Third Sister suddenly felt a little lost. "This won't happen again, I promise. Yin'er will always be my dearest baby, how could I bear to abandon you? With my careful nurturing, you'll definitely grow younger and younger. When we go out, people might even mistake us for siblings, hehe..."

I chuckled, hugging Third Sister, though my heart was pounding with anxiety. I hoped the book's description of the secret to eternal youth wasn't just empty talk.

"Hehe... what irrigation... that sounds awful, how could such a thing exist... Guo'er... thank you, thank you for
being so attached to me and for tolerating my bad temper. We Baiyi women are the most... Yin'er just hasn't quite come to terms with it yet.
Maybe it's because I'm so much older than you, I'm always a little scared... As the ancients said: 'I was born before you were born, you were born after I was old...'"
Third Sister sobbed softly, tears welling in her eyes.

"I'm sorry, it's all my fault, I made you sad. Don't cry, don't cry, I'll never do it again, I promise
it won't happen again ." I quickly wiped away Third Sister's tears.

"Hmm... Yin'er, don't cry, we're together again today, Yin'er is overjoyed." Third Sister took the handkerchief
and wiped away her tears.

"Then, this is what I prepared, to give you when you come back." I took a bottle of the finest
'Morning Dew Lotus Fragrance' from the dressing table and handed it to Third Sister.

"What is this? It's so mysterious..." Third Sister took it, uncorked it, and smelled it. "Hmm, it smells so good, it
's a little different from last time. You've wasted money again?" Third Sister complained slightly, displeased.

"Hehe, I made it myself, my husband. Our children's future fine clothes and sumptuous meals will all depend on it." I didn't hide anything from Third Sister and
began to boast about my achievements over the past few days.

"No wonder you spoke so eloquently the other day, and even spent thousands of coins..."

"Yin'er, you don't know, in Jiangnan, this is called market research. How can you understand the psychology of buyers if you don't buy them yourself?"
I continued to deceive her, explaining the concept of consumer psychology in language that Third Sister could understand. "Moreover, our
production has already commenced rapidly. Our products are now categorized and being distributed globally. The bottle you hold is the top-tier
, produced in limited quantities, exclusively for royalty, nobility, and high-ranking officials. The next tier will be offered at a lower price to attract wealthy ordinary households
or exported overseas. The lowest tier, I've specially added snake gall and mugwort spices. This fragrance is of the lowest quality,
but only costs a hundred or so coins, intended for everyday use by the common people. Most importantly, it also repels mosquitoes,
so its effects won't conflict with other perfumes." I poured out all my most
secret thoughts to San Niang, without hiding anything from her.

"Silly husband, these past few days must have exhausted you, and I haven't been by your side," San Niang said with some frustration. Her
lover was sharing his joy with her, yet she hadn't been there for him during his busiest and most difficult times, and now
she felt like she was reaping the benefits without any effort.

"Hehe, I haven't told you yet, the later plans are even more amazing..." I then explained my plan for reforming the Xiangyang military system, my
plan to use commercial taxes and 80% of the output value of my own perfume workshop to arm the
entire to Third Sister. "I know that if we only take 10%, it might be much less than the whole amount, but it's enough for our
family to live happily for the rest of our lives. I want to use this money where it's more needed. Yin'er, will you blame me?"

"No, Yin'er isn't the kind of short-sighted woman who only cares about small gains. If you can do your part for the people of Xiangyang, for the world,
Yin'er will be proud of you." Third Sister smiled sweetly.

"Yin'er, you're so good." I gently wrapped my arms around the woman's full and firm waist. After all, she was a mature woman who had given birth to two sons
. Her slender waist was firm yet supple, so comfortable.

"I'm worried that you'll neglect your studies and overwork yourself."

"Then come and help me manage this business, with Fu'er." I asked tentatively.

"I'm afraid, what if I really get pregnant? What will happen in a few months? If I'm always in public, it'll definitely get
noticed ." Third Sister said with difficulty.

"That's true, then you shouldn't show your face in public anymore. It's not good to overwork yourself. My plan is, once everything is on track,
in three months at most, I'll take you, Fu'er, and Ru Shi to Lin'an. There might be some things there that we need to
arrange." I explained my plan.

"Hmm, that would be perfect." Third Sister was quite happy. After all, we couldn't be together all the time in Xiangyang. If we could go to the capital, there would
be fewer concerns.

"So, Yin'er, are you willing to help me?" I asked seriously, looking into Third Sister's eyes.

"Hmm..." Third Sister nodded in response.

"Hehe, I knew Yin'er was such a sweetheart." I said, starting to unbutton San Niang's clothes, but was
unexpectedly pushed away by her... "What's wrong? Are you still angry with me?" I asked, somewhat surprised.

"Silly boy, I was thinking, while it's still light, let's go and bring Ru Shi back. I'll go with you." San
Niang smiled.

"Yin'er, you're really my good darling..." I laughed and threw myself into San Niang's arms, and we shared another passionate embrace.

"Love me, Guo'er, hold me tight..." Her tender whispers moved me deeply, filling me with both emotion and pride. Gently patting San Niang's
back, this charming and gentle beauty held an increasingly irreplaceable place in my heart. The
indescribable was like that of siblings, yet also like that of husband and wife, truly incredibly warm. In the deep alley, spring was locked in a secluded boudoir, the warmth within the gauze curtains making me intoxicated without wine,
as I admired the gentle beauty nestled in my arms.

San Niang was immersed in the joy of reuniting with her lover. Her sensitive body clearly felt the man's burning erection. San Niang's
alluring and voluptuous body swayed coquettishly in my arms, which only added fuel to the fire. I couldn't resist lowering my head again and kissing the beautiful woman's
red lips .

After the kiss, San Niang's heart pounded wildly, her cheeks flushed, and she was infinitely shy. Her already beautiful face became even more
radiant . "Little husband, you glutton. Are you hungry? I'll go cook for you." San Niang stood up and shyly gathered up her disheveled skirt.

"I ate you before, and now I want to eat you the most."

"Ah!" San Niang finally succumbed to my lewd power. Both of them had endured for many days, and once their bodies touched,
it was like a thunderbolt striking a prairie fire, and they couldn't stop. After her climax, Third Sister exuded a languid and alluring beauty,
her cheeks flushed. She stroked my still-beardless face and chuckled, "You naughty boy, you're so good at teasing... Yin'er loves it
..."

"Was it good, baby?" I propped myself up, gently kissing Third Sister's slightly sweaty cheeks. "Hehe,
Yin'er's scent is even more tempting now, Yang Xiao Er wants to get up and do something naughty again." I chuckled wickedly, my hands also...
He gently stroked the thick grove of hair beneath Third Sister's body. The dense, black thicket was soaked with sap, sticking
together in clumps against her mons pubis.

"My lord, please let Yin'er go... you've almost worn her out. If you don't leave now, you'll be late when you get back, and Fu'er will be angry again
," Third Sister said, hiding in her lover's arms in embarrassment.

"Alright then, I'll come earlier tomorrow and wait for me to come back for lunch," I said helplessly, getting up and putting on my clothes.

"Mm," Third Sister replied absentmindedly, also getting up and straightening her clothes.

"Mm... Da Wu and Xiao Wu, they went to the training ground with me today. They're much more mature than before, and I believe
they 'll definitely amount to something," I mentioned to her, seeing Third Sister's repeated hesitations.

"Mm, then I'm relieved," Third Sister smiled. After all, they were her own flesh and blood; how could she bear
to ignore them?

"Alright, let's go." I said, taking Third Sister's hand. But I thought to myself,
wouldn't it be a bit too inhumane to really send Da Wu and Xiao Wu to be cannon fodder? What if Third Sister found out? Wouldn't she hate me for the rest of her life...?

Chapter 45: Welcoming Liu Rushi, and then Xie Wanqin.

"Brother, what brings you here again today? Did you miss our sister Rushi?" Mo San was still his usual servile, sycophantic
self . Hearing from his men that he saw me heading towards Zuisheng Tower, he said he was waiting for me at the entrance. Now that he really treated me like a god of wealth,
he dared not neglect me. He led me and Third Sister, who was dressed as a man, inside while sending someone to invite Liu Rushi out.

"And this is..." The three of us sat down, and Mo San spoke first.

"Third Brother, you're not an outsider, so let me be frank. This is my beloved wife, Lin Ruyin." I introduced her. I wasn't worried about Mo San reporting
me to the authorities. After all, Mo San doing so would only harm me, not benefit me at all.

"Oh, so it's Third Sister, your esteemed presence! My apologies!" Mo San, what a shrewd person! Although he didn't know
who Lin Ruyin was, the one worthy of my high regard must be the renowned "Third Sister." From
the few words he gleaned from Liu Rushi, he knew that Third Sister was on par with Miss Guo in Young Master Yang's eyes,
perhaps even slightly more so.

"Hello, I've long admired Third Young Master's name." Third Sister gave me a reproachful look before
greeting Mo San.

"Hehe, no need for such formalities, we're all family. Third Brother, I'm here today to redeem
Rushi from her servitude." As I spoke, I reached for my pocket to take out money.

"Alright, Third Brother knows you're a bit short on cash lately. You don't need to pay today; on the contrary, I'll be giving you money back.
Brother, do you know how much money we've made in the past ten months? Three thousand strings of cash... and that's just the net profit from selling mid- to low-grade perfumes in Huguang province
! Just like that, we make more than ten thousand strings of cash a month. If the caravans of 'Morning Dew Lotus Fragrance,' 'Orchid of the Water Chestnut,' and 'Peach
Blossom' return from the capital and bring back silks from Jiangnan to sell, our profits will more than double." Mo San
laughed excitedly, spittle flying everywhere.

"Third Brother, Third Brother, calm down. This is just the beginning. Once you've contacted the Persian merchants, the Venetian merchants, the Arab merchants,
merchants from all over the world, we'll take them all, hahaha..." I was also very happy. After all, the more money we have, the more
secure . We need to take over not only military affairs but also politically and economically. This is my base, my roots,
and we must solidify them.

“Two things are crucial. First, regarding sourcing, we can use low-cost flowers like azaleas and lotuses
instead of high-cost gardenias and orchids. I won't lie to you now, brother; these are the materials we have. I'll
keep the craftsmanship secret, but it's not for personal gain. You should understand, Third Brother,” I said.

“Yes, you trust me. We're doing this to build a good reputation, you believe me on that point,”
Mo San nodded.

“Yes, so don't cut off the supply of raw materials, and keep it a secret.” I took the tea from Third Sister, took a sip, and
continued, “Second, we must pay taxes according to the law. If necessary, take a portion from the public funds to bribe local officials.
Xiangyang will be the base for our business to take off in the future, so we must manage it well.”

“Don't worry about that. I know more about these official matters than you do,” Mo San assured me, patting his chest.

"Hmm, I was overthinking it, brother. But remember, don't be too conspicuous. If it arouses jealousy, even if we keep it
a secret , there's no guarantee that no clever person will learn it. Then we'll really be left with nothing but tears."

"Hmm, I'll remember that. Sigh, but why do I feel like you're going on a long trip, giving so many instructions?"

"Yes, indeed, my family of four is planning to go to the capital in three months. Today, besides picking up Rushi, I also want
to explain this matter..."

"Sister, I really don't understand, what do you want from me? You followed me without a name or surname, and even going out is done
in such a shameful way, having to pick you up in the dark. Why do you do this?" Ma Xianglan pushed open the door and led Liu Rushi into the house.

I knew it was Ma Xianglan as soon as I heard the shrewish voice outside. I didn't expect that I had completely offended her. Without
asking, it must be Liu Rushi who came.

The Third Sister was already unwilling, and when she heard someone speaking outside the door, she was about to lash out. But then another voice said,
“Sister, don’t say anymore. It’s all fate. If you believe me, I won’t let you down. Even if that’s the case, it’s your
destiny. It’s just that I’m sorry for all the years you’ve raised me. Let me be willful one more time.” Hearing
this , Third Sister was moved. What a kind and righteous woman! What a willful and capricious Liu Rushi! I hope we can become good
sisters.

I also secretly praised Ma Xianglan. To prevent her sister from being bullied, she was willing to offend others herself. I always considered
myself a roughneck, but now I realized I was indeed a bit careless. It was already evening before I came to ask for her back. No wonder Ma Xianglan found fault with me.

“Sister Xianglan, I was indeed abrupt today. But don’t worry, I will definitely treat Rushi well.” I
said, holding Liu Rushi’s hand.

“Sister.” Liu Rushi greeted Third Sister shyly first.

"Hello, little sister, my name is Lin Ruyin. You can call me Sister Yin or Third Sister, it's fine." Third Sister
said, holding Liu Rushi's hand. It was clear that their first impression of each other was quite good, at least on the surface.

"Hehe, actually I was just joking with you, Young Master Yang. This girl started packing her things yesterday, afraid that you, Young Master Yang..."
If they don't come to pick her up, they'll have wasted over a decade of feeding her. That's why raising a daughter is considered a money-losing proposition. "Ma Xianglan sat down next to Mo San and teased him
mercilessly .

"Elder sister..." Liu Rushi blushed and said shyly.

After chatting for a while, I was thinking about returning to the Guo residence as soon as possible, so I got up to take my leave. Ma Xianglan told me to visit more people, and said goodbye again and again with great reluctance
, as if her own daughter was about to be taken away by a bully, she was just about to burst into tears.

I had taken the time to visit her twice in the past two days, and now I saw that Rushi was in much better spirits, but with parting imminent, her
beautiful appearance with tears falling like pear blossoms in the rain, I really couldn't help but want to hug her and comfort her. I guess she had just recovered from a serious illness these past few days, but
she was anxious and couldn't eat or sleep well because she couldn't get any definite news. If I had come a few days later, she might have fallen ill again.
But this beautiful woman in her illness was so charming, it almost made me lose my soul.

Liu Rushi saw that I was absent-minded and hurriedly asked, "Young master, what's wrong?" "Is there something wrong with you?"

"Me? Oh, nothing. I'm just happy to have won the heart of a beauty." I took out a cloak I had brought. "You've only just recovered from your illness,
so you should wear this."

Liu Rushi glanced at Third Sister guiltily, afraid that my intimate actions might displease her.

"Hehe, don't worry, Yin'er is always the most considerate, and she has a heart of gold..." I said, holding the hands of both
beauties , "She insisted on coming in person today because she was afraid you might have some reservations. Entering my Yang family, there aren't many stinky rules.
In our family, there's no distinction between elders and juniors, only seniority. We manage the household with propriety and win people over with virtue. Even if I do something wrong, you can say so...
"

Back at the house on Chuping Street, Third Sister excused herself, leaving only Liu Rushi and me in the west wing.

"Young master, from now on, I'll rely on you." Liu Rushi abandoned her shyness, wrapped her arms around my waist, and
laughed .

"Wouldn't that be a loss for Rushi?" "I used my finger to lift Liu Rushi's pretty face and said.

"It's my blessing if you treat me well, but you've been a little unkind to me..." Liu Rushi said with a hint of resentment.

"Hehe...no, Rushi is my darling, how could I bear not to treat you well..."

"Master, I...I'm much better now." Liu Rushi said, blushing.

And so, I finally got my wish and ate Liu Rushi.

"Hiss..." When my engorged member knocked into her, a bright red peach blossom beneath Liu Rushi stained the bed, and my
recklessness almost made the beauty roll her eyes back.

"Silly girl, why didn't you tell me beforehand?" "Seeing this, how could I not understand Liu Rushi's feelings?
Knowing she still felt somewhat inferior, I tenderly leaned against her, gently wiping the sweat from her brow.

After a long while, Liu Rushi finally recovered from the excruciating pain of being pierced and torn apart: 'This servant... my elder sister said that a short pain is better than
a long one, but I never expected your... 'Besides, for someone in that lowly profession, how can there be any talk of chastity...'
Liu Rushi said, her eyes glistening with tears, clearly touched by something.

'My darling, don't say that. A lotus rises from the mud to show its purity. I greatly admire Sister Xianglan and have never
looked down on anyone from Zuisheng Tower.'" "I lightly pecked Liu Rushi's red lips and said.

Liu Rushi was somewhat moved, her face flushed, and she arched her back slightly beneath me, clearly having gotten used to the fullness of the foreign object inside her.
I had also been holding back for a long time, and with the prompting, I slowly began to thrust. Although I tried my best to restrain myself, I
was was well-endowed. Compared to Liu Rushi, a theoretical expert with high aspirations but low skills, I was naturally
invincible. I used a few gentle techniques, stimulating the virgin beauty from both above and below, and soon, Liu Rushi was
panting heavily . "Ah!" With a soft moan, Liu Rushi experienced her first climax, her
honeyed depths surging within my tight grip on my spear. I focused my energy and discovered that the pure yin energy contained within that first orgasm was indeed extraordinary; no wonder so many
evil sects were so fond of virgins… Not wanting Liu Rushi to suffer too much, I thrust a hundred more times, releasing my yang energy
into her as well… It was getting late, so I left the two women to get to know each other and headed towards the Guo residence myself. Women's private conversations
should be left to them after I've left; perhaps by tomorrow they'll be as close as one.

“Brother, you're just back? Where have you been wandering around so late?” "As soon as I entered the Guo residence, a pretty figure stopped in
front of .

Sigh, I can't stand it; the young lady just can't shake her clingy temper. She immediately started questioning my whereabouts upon my return.
Why is this girl so jealous… Damn it, she was acting all pitiful last night, but today she's back to her old self. We're not even married yet
, and I'm already under Miss Guo's control. Thinking about it, I'm really at a disadvantage…" I couldn't help but secretly resent Guo Damu for
setting , putting me in such a passive position.

I quickly changed the subject and inquired about the progress of the perfume workshop. Miss Guo's sweet talk was too powerful.
Even though I'm actually more than ten years older than her, I couldn't resist such sweet bullets, especially since the object of her affections was such a pure and beautiful young
woman. It was truly… "That's a matter of life and death!" Although Miss Guo's jealousy surpasses even her mother's,
how can you say she cares if you're not jealous? Of course, I'm happy to oblige. Thinking about it, if I hadn't transmigrated,
Miss future husband would have been Yelü Qi. Thinking about that Yelü brother, he's quite pitiful. In that timeline, although Guo Fu lost
my arm, she never forgot me, so she always wanted her husband Yelü Qi to surpass me. That's why Guo Fu reacted so strongly when Yelü
Qi almost failed to become the Beggar Clan leader… However, all of this should
have changed with my transmigration, right? "Brother, I insist on working at the perfume workshop, actually just to learn more so I can be your good
helper in the future. But honestly, these past two days I've been watching Mo San negotiate with the merchants, and it's really interesting." "
These past few days have been incredibly new and exciting for this pampered young lady who's never really experienced society," Guo Fu
said excitedly, snuggling close to me as we sat in the garden.

I chuckled
inwardly " "Yes," I thought, "seeing you managing everything so diligently,
Fu-mei, really makes me happy. Dealing with people is an art, and the fact that you recognize that shows you've grown up."

"Really?" Miss Guo turned to look at me, asking happily. Seeing me nod, she smiled sweetly and said, "Big brother, you
know what? Even our parents have never praised me like this before. Only you notice my changes so often. Thank you,
big brother."

"Silly girl, from now on, your older brother will definitely discover your strengths, praise you every day, and make you happy every day, okay?" I
understood in my heart that over the years, in this family, only I cared about the feelings of this silly girl in front of me. Overall, Guo
Damu and his mother-in-law's parenting methods were a failure, and Da Wu and Xiao Wu only knew how to flatter, but never quite got to the point. I really
knew if I hadn't been there, constantly correcting Guo Fu's life, who knows if she would still be as
willful and ignorant as in the original story? In that timeline, she was actually the one most deeply poisoned by Da Wu and Xiao Wu.

Seeing her blushing face and charming expression, I was already anxious like a cat scratching at my heart. I gently wrapped my arms around her slender waist and
pulled that soft, boneless body into my arms. Although Miss Guo is only fifteen years old, her body is very well-developed. Holding her
in my arms, she feels sweet and tender. I gently stroked her slender waist, climbed up her round and pert buttocks, and
whispered in her ear, "Fu-mei—"

This naughty older brother always likes people there… My hands seemed to have a strange magic, making Guo Fu feel both shy and itchy. She
hummed in response, her face burning hot.

Looking at Miss Guo's bright red, luscious lips, I could no longer resist. I pulled her into my arms and kissed her
lips . Guo Fu let out a soft moan, her eyes slightly closed, waiting for the man's hot and sweet kiss.

I stopped short, afraid of going too far and not being able to stop. Seeing Miss Guo's blushing and charming appearance, I
pinched her soft waist. Guo Fu was so shy that she quickly lowered her head and shyly buried herself in my arms, drawing circles on my chest with her fingers.

No wonder she's her quirky mother-in-law's daughter; her methods of seducing men are second nature.

"What are you doing!" Just as the two were lost in their passion, my large hand kneading Miss Guo's shapely buttocks, a
voice shattered their blissful dream.

Without even turning my head, my heart sank to the bottom. It was truly a case of one Buddha appearing and two Buddhas ascending to heaven.

God, you're playing me! Guo Fu turned around and saw the man. Startled, she jumped up immediately, her face flushed. She glanced at me
, feeling both ashamed and embarrassed. She walked awkwardly to Guo Jing's side and called out softly, "Father!"

Guo Jing came over, pulled his daughter behind him, and glared at me with his big eyes, saying, "Guo'er, you two
aren't married yet. What kind of behavior is this in public?"

Damn it, I was too careless. It's really hard to get away with this old scholar. If it were my mother-in-law, it would be fine. But as a member of the Eastern Heretic Sect,
I'd naturally understand what it means to be unable to control oneself. This blockhead would definitely start lecturing me about "feelings arising from emotions but stopping at propriety," and "Liu Xiahui
remaining unmoved .

" Lost in my thoughts, I remained respectful and silent, but Guo Jing showed no sign of letting me off the hook. "Back in the day, your Uncle Guo and your
master acted with propriety and never acted so recklessly... Guo'er, you've read so many classic texts,
why don't you learn from the sages? Back then, Zhan Zi remained unmoved even with a woman in his lap..." I nodded, enduring Guo Damu's pointless and exhausting
barrage of words, my mind already wandering.

"Brother Jing, what happened?" The commotion finally attracted my mother-in-law.

"Ugh, this is outrageous! Those two, in broad daylight, don't they know how to be discreet? You talk to them for me, I'll go invite
Master Guo to dinner." Guo Jing stormed off.

After Guo Damu left, I grinned at Huang Rong. Caught stealing someone else's daughter, I showed no remorse,
shamelessly declaring, "We really didn't do anything. My junior sister and I were just comparing our internal strength, seeing
who could hold their breath longer."

"Pfft." Guo Fu, who was scared half to death by her father, couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Huang Rong's pretty face turned cold. She glared at me, thinking to herself, "This brat is spouting nonsense! I clearly
saw . He not only kissed my daughter, but his damned hands were also
groping her bottom. I can't be bothered with him, but he dares to lie to my face... You brat! Even though your Uncle Guo promised to marry
Fu'er to you, until the marriage is complete, Fu'er is still my daughter, not your Yang family's daughter-in-law. You've taken
advantage now you're standing there making sarcastic remarks, wiping your mouth and patting your butt as if you can just walk away. Humph, there's no such thing as a free lunch."

The mother-in-law turned to Miss Guo and asked, "Fu'er, don't be afraid. Tell me, did this boy bully you? If he dares to lay
a hand , I'll take him away for you right now."

Miss Guo blushed, glanced at me furtively, then lowered her head again and said, "Mother, he didn't bully me. I
was just ... I was talking to my older brother."

Huang Rong was furious! My silly daughter, that boy took advantage of you so much! You've made me
lose face ! I've raised you for over ten years, and I've never seen you be so considerate towards me.

Huang Rong was just teasing us, but now that she'd been humiliated, looking at her daughter's shy expression, she was reminded of her own girlhood.
Back then, her brother Jing was truly good to her, but he didn't have my quick wit... Huang Rong looked at me, a
hint .

My mother-in-law's gentle and alluring gaze struck my restless heart, making it feel hot, and I dared not meet her eyes
... Oh well, a daughter is meant to be, and she will eventually belong to someone else. Huang Rong had always felt guilty towards
Guo Jing . So she went along with Guo Jing's wishes and treated
me like her own son. Her actions today were simply an opportunity to give me a warning, to make me settle down and treat my daughter well. But since my daughter liked it, I would turn a blind eye.

Huang Rong glanced helplessly at her eldest daughter, Guo Fu, and gently tapped her forehead, saying, "You silly girl, you always protect me.
Don't wait until you suffer the consequences."

Miss Guo nestled in Huang Rong's arms and hummed in agreement, but secretly made a face at me. I smiled back at her, my heart
pounding . I've already made it a fait accompli, and this act of acting first and reporting later is really a bit tricky... I've made up my mind
. There are still two things I need to resolve in Xiangyang: Dugu Qiubai's sword tomb and the glassmaking technique. Once these two things are
settled, I'll apply for permission to travel.

The next morning at breakfast, Third Sister entered the Guo residence. This was agreed upon with me; I can't keep hiding forever
. I have to show my face in public regularly. "Third Sister is back? Was the trip smooth? Did Master Yideng give any instructions?" Guo Damu
asked.

"His Majesty read Senior Brother Guo's letter and said that you are upright and honest, and that admitting your mistakes is bound to be an exaggeration. He didn't blame you too much, only saying that
everything is fate and you don't need to worry too much. I... I came back this time to see if I should bring Santong's ashes back."
A hint of sadness flickered in San Niang's eyes. After all, she and Wu Santong had been husband and wife, but now they were separated by death, even their bodies had been deified.

"Thank you so much for your kindness, Master.
I can finally rest easy now." Guo Jing had been carrying this matter in his heart for days, and now that it was finally resolved, I couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

"In the end, I still need to be laid to rest. I've chosen a spot in the Western Hills. I'll be there in three to five days and then I'll be back,"
San Niang sighed.

"Hmm, then let Da Wu and Xiao Wu accompany you for a bit of trouble," Guo Jing said .

"Uncle Guo, we only entered the camp yesterday. It's not appropriate to leave today. It will be even
harder " I suddenly interjected.

"This..." Guo Jing was at a loss, his eyes seeking his wife's opinion.

"Let us focus on learning our skills," San Niang said first, a hint of sorrow flashing in her eyes, which Huang Rong
caught .

“Since Third Sister has agreed, let us stay in the camp.” Huang Rong knew that since Wu Santong’s death, Da Wu and Xiao Wu
had ignored their mother and hadn’t visited her since. She was quite dissatisfied with this; if her own children acted like that,
she would be angry too, so naturally she sided with Third Sister.

“And who is this sister?” Xie Wanqin, who had just washed and changed, came to the front hall and happened to see a group of people gathered around the table,
but she didn’t recognize the main person among them.

“This is Da Wu and Xiao Wu’s mother, Third Sister Wu. Third Sister, this is the Princess Consort of Xiangyang, a good friend of my sister’s, and she’s
currently a guest at our home.” Huang Rong quickly introduced the two and briefly and subtly explained why Xie Wanqin was there.

“Oh, it’s Third Sister Wu! I’ve heard so much about you.” Xie Wanqin came forward to greet her first.

“I’m too kind. I’m just a country bumpkin, uncouth and lacking in manners. I’m afraid Your Highness will find it embarrassing.” Third Sister quickly returned the greeting.

"I've heard Sister Rong'er, Fu'er, and Young Master Yang mention Third Sister many times, and today I finally have the honor of meeting her." Xie Wanqin's
flirtatious glances landed squarely on me.

Third Sister naturally saw it all, and her intuition told her that this woman was hostile towards her. Now, seeing Xie Wanqin flirting with
her lover, Third Sister felt even more disgusted, but she couldn't show it in front of everyone.

Huang Rong had already noticed Xie Wanqin's provocation and knew her usual character, so she stepped in to defuse the situation, saying, "Alright, stop standing there
talking , come sit down and eat with us. Third Sister, when have you decided to leave?"

"In a few days, I think. It's been ten years since I've been home." Third Sister replied, then ignored Xie Wanqin,
took the bowl of porridge Guo Fu served her, and ate without saying a word.

Huang Rong glanced at everyone, seemingly thinking of something, but sighed softly and remained silent.

At noon, I found an excuse to leave the camp early. With Chen Zhenyuan, Li Tianqiang, and others leading the way,
the camp's schedule . We were provided with good food and drink, and received wages—it was much more respectable than being a beggar. Although Da
Wu and Xiao Wu weren't quite in sync yet, I believed Chen Zhenyuan could keep us in check. I planned the next training session
as towards Chuping Street.

"Master, you're back. Sister's angry inside, be careful," Liu Rushi whispered as she opened the door.

"Rushi, didn't I tell you not to call me 'Master,' it makes me sound old," I said, pecking her cheek.
"Call me 'Husband.'"

"Won't Sister Lin be angry if she hears that?" Liu Rushi murmured softly.

"It's alright, we agreed to treat everyone equally. By the way, are you settling in well?"

"Yes, it's fine," Liu Rushi nodded.

"We might be leaving Xiangyang soon. Once we get to Lin'an, we'll find a larger courtyard and hire some people to serve
you . For now, we'll have to make do," I said apologetically.

"No need, this is fine. You have plenty of private space, and I'm very satisfied. Go on over there and comfort your elder sister,"

I nodded, smiling as I pushed open the door to Third Sister's bedroom. "Yin'er, are you still angry with Princess Xie?"

"I only found out today after talking with Rong'er that you killed an assassin and were injured? Why didn't you tell me?" Third Sister asked,
somewhat angrily.

"It was just a minor scratch, a cut that broke the skin. Those days happened to be when we were promoting our products, and the Princess Consort was a guest at my
master , Prefect Zhao's, residence. She called me over, and just then, an assassination attempt occurred. And there were some strange
things going on; it seemed the Prefect was also on the assassins' side, targeting his own cousin. That's why I was worried and brought her back home. That's
all." I knew Third Sister was a little jealous, but thinking Huang Rong had probably made an excuse for me, I took the opportunity to distance
myself, indicating that I had no affair with Xie Wanqin.

"Then you can't tell she's interested in you?"

"She's interested in me, but I'm not interested in her, that's all."

"She seems to have sensed something between you and me… Today, Sister Rong even subtly asked me some questions…" Third Sister said
worriedly .

"Seriously?" I felt completely overwhelmed. None of the women around me were simple-minded—
Huang Rong was incredibly clever; give her a little detail, and she could piece together the whole story perfectly; Third Sister, outwardly gentle and virtuous,
deeply affectionate, but extremely serious and sensitive when it came to relationships; Xie Wanqin was naturally fiery and unrestrained, clever yet impulsive, acting
without considering the consequences; Liu Rushi was exceptionally talented, yet possessed a delicate, seemingly gentle nature, always
keeping hidden. Now, even the little girl was thriving, her motto being "Study hard and improve every day
." I really didn't know how long I could keep this tightrope walk going.

"My story with you will probably be dug up after I became the top scholar and won the poetry competition.
Quite a few people probably know about what happened back then. As for her suspicion that we had an affair, so what? I'll just admit it, it's better than this
constant, secretive resentment." I was furious too. These women, Xie Wanqin and Huang Rong, aren't mine, yet they're meddling in
my affairs. I didn't get the mutton but got a lot of trouble. How could I not be annoyed?

"Alright, alright, don't be angry. You get easily agitated. By the way, what did that 'what, what, I'm... what do you mean?'"
Seeing my displeasure, Third Sister wisely stopped talking.

"Uh, I was just mumbling, it's nothing." I was so excited that I even blurted out English, so I covered it
up with a slur.

"Where are you hurt? Let Yin'er take a look..."

Chapter 46 I recognize this thing, isn't it the legendary judgment?

I gently comforted her, finally making Third Sister smile. After kissing me for a while, Third Sister kicked me out to Liu Rushi's place.
The west wing. As I walked, I thought, when can we have a threesome? That way I won't have to keep running around like this.

I knocked on the door, and Liu Rushi opened it, her face slightly flushed as she ushered me in. "Rushi, is the arrangement alright? If
anything , just say so."

"Yes, everything's fine. Actually, I never liked extravagance before, but I was forced by circumstances to dress up nicely
and sell my smiles." Liu Rushi said self-pityingly.

"Alright, you know I don't care about those things. Besides, I know we… you're a pure and innocent girl."
I said, stroking her beautiful face.

"Mmm." Liu Rushi lowered her head shyly, unsure what to say, and simply responded softly.

"Does it still hurt?" I asked teasingly. Embarrassed, Liu Rushi didn't know whether to answer or not, and could only shake
her head shyly.

Having successfully teased her, I said with a grin, "Then let your husband take a look, shall we..."

"My lord, stop fooling around. Don't make fun of me. You should go keep your sister company. Don't let my presence affect
your relationship," Liu Rushi said timidly.

"Good Rushi, so sensible." I thought to myself that she was right. I couldn't be the kind of person who only smiles at the new love and ignores the old one's tears.
I looked up and saw the sword hanging on the wall and asked, "Is that the sword? The one from that night on the Han River?"

"Yes. It's been with me for many years."

"Speaking of which, I have quite a connection with this sword." I took the sword down and examined it closely. The patterns on the hilt were extraordinary, like
a remarkable antique. I drew the sword but was slightly disappointed. It was just an extremely ordinary iron sword. Because of its long use, it
was somewhat rusty. I casually twirled the sword a couple of times, but the hilt felt unstable when I held it. It could only be used as a decoration.

“Normally, it just sits there. I only ask the master to sharpen it when I need it,” Liu Rushi
said, leaning closer as she noticed my interest in the sword.

“The scabbard and hilt are quite remarkable, but the sword itself is rather disappointing. I wonder where it came from?”

“I can’t remember. I was only six years old when Sister Xianglan bought it for me
. I only remember this sword being with me ever since,” Liu Rushi said.

“Strange… According to the rules of sword making, this sword has a narrow hilt but a wide and thick spine. I wonder why.”
I began to examine the sword carefully. "So this means it's a family heirloom?" "

Maybe. My family were woodcutters in the Qinling Mountains. My father made a living by cutting firewood and burning charcoal. That year, he
fell off a cliff and broke his leg. We didn't have money for treatment, and he died soon after. My mother couldn't support my siblings and me, so she sold me to a
family. This sword was just a bonus. After several transfers, I was sold to Zuishenglou, where Sister Xianglan rescued me, and that's how I ended up here today."

"Oh, so your life story is so tragic." I hugged Liu Rushi and gently comforted her, "Can you still find your home?
When we have time, we'll go and look for it."

"I was too young then to remember the way. I only remember that my home was deep in the mountains. I haven't heard from my mother and younger siblings for so many years.
Husband, please don't laugh at me. I didn't even have a name when I was little. My older sister gave me this name." Liu Rushi was somewhat sad,
and her smile was tinged with sorrow.

“Actually, there’s no need for this. My background isn’t much better than yours. I grew up without a father; my mother
raised me with great difficulty, but she passed away when I was ten. I survived by begging, and sometimes I would steal chickens and dogs, until
I met my father’s old friend, my Uncle Guo.”

“Husband…” Liu Rushi couldn’t help but comfort me when she heard my sorrowful words.

“Alright, we are both in the same boat, why should we need to know each other before? Now that we are destined to meet and get to know each other, it’s all
fate arranged by heaven, and it can be said that heaven has been kind to me.”

“Yes, I often think so too. My childhood memories are mostly blurry. Over the years, with Sister Xianglan protecting us from the wind
and rain , we haven’t suffered any grievances. Now that I’ve met you… I feel really happy.” Liu Rushi nestled in my arms
and said shyly.

“Hehe, yes, but there’s still a long way to go. I promise you, we will be even happier. Come, let’s go find Third Sister
to discuss the itinerary.” I pulled Liu Rushi and walked towards Third Sister’s room.

"What? You say you want to go into the mountains to find the Sword Tomb of the Sword Demon Dugu Qiubai? But the Qinling Mountains stretch for thousands of miles, where are you going to look?"
Third Sister asked in surprise upon hearing my idea.

"I've calculated it, it's within fifty miles west of Xiangyang City. I wonder if there's a special kind of snake in the mountains around here,
very long and large, with a triangular head, flat, and with golden lines on its body..." I gave
a general description based on the vague concept recorded in the book.

"What you're talking about, young master, is the Cangshan Iron-Headed Snake. It's a unique product of the Jade Screen Peak of Cangshan Mountain in the southwest of the city. There was a snake infestation two years ago, and
Sister Xianglan even withdrew five thousand strings of cash from the embroidery shop's account to help the victims." Liu Rushi said.

"Jade Screen Peak? Then it must be there." I said excitedly.

"Who is this Sword Demon? Living among snakes, he doesn't sound like a good person." Liu Rushi asked hesitantly.

"Does Yin'er know the background of the Sword Demon?"

"I only know that there was such a senior master, but I don't know much about him."

"This senior master called himself the Sword Demon, his surname was Dugu, and he called himself Qiubai (Seeking Defeat). He was a master in the martial arts world more than 140 years ago.
Because he only sought defeat in his life and could not find it, and his swordsmanship was strange and unpredictable, unlike any other school of swordsmanship at the time,
people called him the 'Sword Demon'. My life story is no longer verifiable, but I know that I am an upright and honest
person, not a real demon." I said with a smile. I remembered Dugu Qiubai's evaluation of me on the stone inscription at the Sword Tomb.
He knew that I was eccentric but of noble character, an absolute perfectionist.

"Then what is the Sword Tomb?" Third Sister asked curiously.

“Of course it’s where Senior Sword Demon hides his sword. I’m determined to explore it.” I laughed. “But there are snakes there, and poisonous
ones at that. Aren’t you afraid?” I saw that Liu Rushi’s face had already changed when I mentioned snakes, so I couldn’t help but smile and test her.

“I’ll go with you. It’ll be good to have someone to look after you.” Third Sister said worriedly.

“This servant…”

“Let’s forget it. This trip is too dangerous. Rushi, you should just stay home and wait.” I said.

“Okay.” Liu Rushi knew she couldn’t help, so she nodded in agreement. “Can’t I not go?”

“What you gain is proportional to what you give. Besides, I have a good foundation in martial arts. If we encounter snakes, I can just go around them. There’s not
much danger. Soon, not only Xiangyang, but the whole Song Dynasty will be engulfed in flames of war. If we don’t make some preparations, how can I protect you?”
"We'll be safe." I advised. "Ru Shi, you have a foundation in swordsmanship. Actually, swordsmanship is just another extension of swordsmanship. The fact that you can
perform swordsmanship to that level shows that you have excellent comprehension. Yin'er, why don't you stay home and guide Ru Shi in swordsmanship?"
I said.

"Let me go with you." Third Sister was still worried that something might happen to me, and said hesitantly.

"Yes, if Eldest Sister goes, there will be someone to look after you. Don't worry about me, I can take care of myself." Liu Ru Shi said. "

Alright then, I'll go to the camp now to explain everything, and we'll set off early tomorrow morning." "I still need to go to the camp to give
some instructions. This intense training has been effective; all the team members' physical fitness has improved significantly. These past few days,
while I've been away, have given them a chance to catch their breath.

Time is limited, so I got right to work, leaving the two girls at home to tidy up, and headed to the drill ground.

Li Tianqiang was teaching the team members to read, and Chen Zhenyuan was leading another group in learning to read the water clock (equivalent to counting seconds).
Chen Zhenyuan saw me return and quickly came over.

"Company Commander, why are you back again?"

"Not welcome? Just doing a random check to see if anyone's slacking off," I said with a smile.

"No, everyone is learning diligently, but some people thought it was useless, so I scolded them, and they all behaved themselves."

"Oh? Who wasn't behaving themselves?" I asked.

"This…" Chen Zhenyuan hesitated, unsure how to answer, glancing at Da Wu.

"Me?" "I glanced at them and asked.

"Well, also, these two brothers violated camp discipline at noon today, drinking and openly insulting you, the company commander. They said you..."

"Said what about me?" I asked in a deep voice, getting angrier as I listened.

"They said you led the way in violating military discipline, arriving late and leaving early, and forbidding others from following suit... They also said you sent us away
so you could spend time with the young lady..." Chen Zhenyuan reported in a low voice.

"Enough. Da Wu and Xiao Wu, you two step forward." I shouted, already secretly channeling my inner strength, startling the soldiers in both
barracks . The nosy ones were all peering out the windows, naturally knowing what trouble Da Wu and Xiao Wu had gotten into. However,
almost everyone disapproved of my brothers relying on being Guo Da Xia's disciples to look down on everyone in the camp, and they were all waiting to see how I
would teach them a lesson.

"What do you want?" "Da Wu stood there, rolling his eyes and arguing with me. Ever since we had that falling out last time, I have
n't spoken to him properly.

"Everyone, line up!" I shouted again. Everyone rushed out of the barracks. Studying was boring, and the team members
were all looking forward to a break to come out and see some fun. Everyone was waiting to see some entertainment.

"You two, I'll tell you today why I can slack off, but you can't." I gestured for everyone to
rest at ease, and then said to Da Wu and Xiao Wu. "Don't say I'm humiliating you two, you're just asking for it. Today I won't use my hands, I'll rely
entirely on my leg skills. If either of you can touch me with any part of your body, I'll consider it a loss. From now on, you can do whatever you want, move out
of the camp if you want, drink and solicit prostitutes here, I won't care."

"Your lightness skill is better than ours, so naturally we can't catch you, we won't compete with you." Xiao Wu said.

"Ugh, cowards without balls, didn't you brag today that our company commander was no match for either of you?
Why ?" "The two of them don't even dare to fight." The team members below fanned the flames, booing them incessantly.

"Haha, you've really got guts. How about this, I'll pay you a little more. Within ten moves, I'll defeat you without touching you.
Will you be convinced?" I laughed.

"You keep your word?" Da Wu and Xiao Wu exchanged suspicious glances and asked together, "A gentleman's word

is his bond." "A promise is a promise." I laughed.

"Okay, we'll take the bet." Da Wu and Xiao Wu said simultaneously.

"Company Commander, isn't this just giving them a way out? How can you defeat them without touching them?" another said .
"Company Commander is Guo Jingming's prized disciple. He already has seven or eight tenths of Guo Jingming's mastery of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms. Injuring someone from a distance is
a piece of cake for him, isn't it?" Team member A said, "You've never seen it, how would you know?" "Team member B said, 'I've seen
Master Guo fight before. One palm strike from him was like a landslide, leaving corpses strewn everywhere…'"

While everyone was discussing this, I had already started fighting with Da Wu and Xiao Wu. My lightness skill was quite good, and while Da Wu and Xiao Wu
had solid lower body strength, they weren't good at leaping. They were being toyed with by me, roaring in anger, but couldn't even touch the edge of my clothes.

"If you've got guts, don't dodge! Stand there and let me hit you, let's see who's the cowardly weakling!" Da Wu, hot-tempered, cursed angrily.

"I've been going easy on you guys, I can't go too far, otherwise everyone will say I'm holding back, right, brothers?" I
said with a smile.

"Exactly," dozens of team members replied, laughing and enjoying the spectacle.

"If I can't beat you like this, we'll lose anyway, big brother, just wear me down," Xiao Wu said from the side.

I laughed, "That's not necessarily true." "Then I continued to fight the two brothers, but Da Wu and Xiao Wu's skills had greatly improved by now, and
they were constantly studying the art of combined attacks. My range of movement was constantly narrowing, and it seemed I could no longer dodge.

"Senior Brother, I'm afraid you've brought this humiliation upon yourself this time." I was forced against the wall by the two brothers, and Xiao Wu said viciously.
"The tenth move!"

Da Wu struck out with his palm, straight at my face, which was the killing move "One Palm to Sever a Mountain" from the Nanshan Palm; Xiao Wu, however,
hid behind Da Wu like a sly vulture, waiting for me to dodge and have no way to avoid it before making his move.

I had no choice but to jump up, and in mid-air, I only heard Xiao Wu shout: "I've been waiting for you for a long time." "He also jumped up
to intercept me.

I thought to myself, 'This is what I've been waiting for.' 'Whoosh!' A stone shot through the air, striking Xiao Wu's dantian in mid-air.

Xiao Wu felt his internal energy stagnate, but he could no longer jump. However, he had already used half his strength, and he flew sideways involuntarily.
'Slap!' Da Wu's palm struck his younger brother's face directly. Immediately afterward, with a 'thud,' both brothers fell to the ground beneath the
short wall. It was Xiao Wu, who had been knocked unconscious, who had brought Da Wu down. I easily tapped the short wall,
performed a somersault, and landed on the ground.

The spectators erupted in thunderous applause and laughter, all feeling relieved. I smiled and clasped my hands in a fist salute to the crowd: 'Do
you know where our training ground, our equipment, your food, your salaries, and the equipment you will be equipped with in the future
all come from? Don't we have to earn it? Are we supposed to steal it? Instructor Chen, bring out the equipment.'" Chen

Zhenyuan went to the storeroom as instructed and retrieved the equipment he had brought back from the armory. It consisted entirely of tanned leather armor, along with longswords,
crossbows , ropes, grappling hooks, harnesses, three-inch-long steel nails, and many other items.

"Each of your equipment is worth 140 guan. We have 53 people. Now, calculate for me in your minds
how much money we need to cover this expense."

After a long silence, He Qingshan, pale-faced, finally answered, "7,400 guan."

"Yes, I can guarantee that I can arm you all to the teeth within three months, but I need to raise the money myself.
Is this reason satisfactory?"

"Satisfied." Everyone present answered in unison.

"Alright, dismissed. Let's continue the lesson." I waved my hand, dismissing everyone. "Take a look at those two idiots to see how badly they're injured.
Give me three more sets of samples. I'll take them to test." I instructed Chen Zhenyuan.

"Yes."

I took three sets of equipment and returned to the Guo residence.

"You said you're going to Cangshan? Are you going hunting? Nonsense." Guo Jing immediately objected when he heard I was going out. "

I heard that there's a venomous python causing trouble in Cangshan. I want to go and rid the local people of this scourge, and also give myself some training." I
said.

“Well… perhaps I should go and check on you. You should stay home and practice your martial arts diligently,” Guo Jing said.

“Uncle Guo, I’ve been practicing like this every day, and I feel like I’ve reached a plateau. Perhaps I
could go out and gain some experience; maybe I’ll find some enlightenment. What do you say, Master?” I turned to Huang Rong and asked.

“Guo’er is right, but your Uncle Guo is worried about your safety. However, this time, your Master supports your decision.”

Guo Jing nodded, seeing that his wife agreed. “In that case, be careful and come back in ten days at the latest.
Don’t be too playful.”

“Yes, I will,” I nodded.

“Mother, Father, I want to go too,” Guo Fu exclaimed.

“No, you can’t protect yourself. You’ll only be a burden,” Guo Jing bluntly told Guo Fu, lacking any finesse in conversation
.

“Uncle Guo, actually, Fu’s sister has been practicing very hard lately. Why not take this opportunity to let her go out and
gain experience with me? You can rest assured with me here,” I said.

Huang Rong chuckled, thinking, “That’s exactly why I’m worried.” "Fu'er, your older brother went to catch snakes, aren't you afraid
?"

"What's there to be afraid of? There were snakes on the island before, and my brother and I even caught them for fun." Guo Fu said nonchalantly.
"Besides, what would people think if they told them that the daughter of the Beggars' Sect leader is afraid of snakes?"

"Okay, okay, you have a point, but not this time. Next time." Huang Rong concluded, then fell silent and
went back to the study with Guo Jing.

"Brother, you didn't even speak up for her." After Guo and Huang left, Guo Fu complained that I hadn't spoken up for her.

"Your parents are worried that I, this big bad wolf, will eat you up. I'm much scarier than a poisonous snake." I laughed. "

Bad brother, it's all your fault! We had a great opportunity to go out and have fun, and now it's all ruined." Guo Fu said angrily.

"Ha, just like Master said, there will be another chance next time."

"No, you have to figure something out. Otherwise, I'm not finished with you." Guo Fu pouted.

"Hey, don't worry, I've planned everything. We'll sneak away tomorrow morning, Master definitely won't stop you," I
said with a mysterious smile.

"Really, when have I ever lied to you? Here, take this armor. It's a small size, so familiarize yourself with how to use it.
Also, go to bed early! You'll have to get up early tomorrow, and wearing these on the mountain path will be tiring. Pick out a pair of comfortable boots," I instructed.

"Okay. Fu'er understands." Guo Fu happily took the armor and was about to leave.

"Come back. If Uncle Guo sees us, why would we leave? Try it on here, I'll leave." I got up, closed the door
, and went out .

I knew Huang Rong was so easy to talk to because the Beggars' Sect was best at catching snakes, so naturally they wouldn't lack snake medicine. She
was .

"Gaizhi, I heard you're going into the mountains to eliminate pests?" I hadn't gone far when I saw Princess Xie Wanqin walking towards me.

"Yeah, I haven't had a proper workout lately, I'm practically moldy. My master says I'm like a cat, never home."
I laughed.

"Hehe, that's a fitting analogy. Here, your good master asked me to bring this to you, saying you'll need it."

Xie Wanqin handed me a small box of ointment, which I knew was snakebite medicine without even looking at it. "Thanks." I said, grinning as I tucked it into my pocket.

"Be careful, your master also said that chewing it and mixing it with wine can repel snakes. If you get bitten, applying it to the wound
will keep you warm for a while. The snakes in Cangshan aren't very venomous, it'll be enough, but you mustn't be reckless." Xie Wanqin said with concern.

"Then I wonder if Your Highness has any advice? From your..." I regretted my words a little, thinking, why did I
invite her here? Didn't we agree to stay away from her...? "I wish I could bite you to death." Xie Wanqin walked up to me, bringing with her
the sweet scent of lotus blossoms, and said fiercely in my ear.

"Oh, scary, so that saying is true after all." I said, feigning fear.

"Hehe, what is it? Tell me." Xie Wanqin asked with a coquettish laugh.

"The green snake has a bamboo mouth, the wasp has a stinger; neither is poisonous, but the most poisonous is a woman's heart."

"Alright, I'll go tell your master right now, that you said she's the most poisonous woman's heart."

"Tch, haven't you heard that no two snowflakes are the same? I'm talking about you, not everyone."

"Is that how you see me? Are you still holding a grudge about someone using you as a shield?" Xie Wanqin
said resentfully.

"Your Highness, you're safe now, so please stop playing tricks on me, okay? As for the infighting within your clan,
I have no interest in inquiring. Just treat me like a kite and let me go." I waved my hand, indicating that she didn't need to continue.

“At least we’ve been intimate, and you’re so heartless. Fine, I’ll go tell Master Guo you molested me.”

“You can say that the other way around? It was clearly you… never mind, you have no proof anyway, let’s see who Uncle Guo believes.” I could
n’t tell if Xie Wanqin was serious or joking. I was truly wary of this unpredictable woman.

“You have a birthmark on the right side of your waist,” Xie Wanqin said casually, playing with her fan.

“I said maybe you spied on me while I was bathing.” I was sweating profusely. It seemed she was really going to fight to the death,
but what was she after?

“Yeah, you have no proof anyway, let’s see who your Uncle Guo believes.”

“Alright, alright, I surrender. What do you want?” I sighed.

“Be nice to me, don’t look at me like I’m your enemy every time we meet, okay?”

"Alright, actually I haven't taken it to heart at all." I finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Actually, what I said that day was from the bottom of my heart..." Xie Wanqin walked away, and those words floated in the air,
both real and unreal , and I couldn't be sure if I had misheard.

The next morning, before the servants in the mansion had gotten up, I left a letter and secretly slipped away through the back door with Guo Fu.

"Third Sister, are you coming too?" Guo Fu was slightly disappointed when she saw Third Sister, but after so many years together, they had a good relationship, and she
immediately put her displeasure behind her.

"Third Sister said she wouldn't feel at ease if it was just the two of us, at least we don't have to worry about food."

"Yes, Third Sister is the best." Guo Fu skipped and hopped ahead with Third Sister, carefree as if they were on a
picnic .

In my mind, however, I was calculating how to build a good relationship with the Divine Condor. Could I encounter it fighting a venomous snake, like in the original story?
The chances seemed slim. Oh well, I'll take it one step at a time. If all else fails, I'll just cripple it with my weapon. This time, besides a crossbow and
steel spikes, I also brought a four-stone heavy bow—a long-range sniping weapon. Although I've practiced archery with Guo Jing,
I'm still not confident I can snipe a giant eagle from 150 paces away.

"Fu'er, how could your mother bear to let you out?" Third Sister asked with a smile.

"Hehe, I snuck out," Guo Fu said proudly, puffing out her chest, not ashamed at all.

"Hehe, don't worry, if Master hadn't deliberately let me through, I wouldn't have been able to bring you out at all," I
said, carrying the luggage on my back and chewing on a straw.

"Hmm? Why?" Guo Fu countered.

"Think about it yourself. Here's a hint: I carried a few sets of equipment back," I said with a smile.

"Three sets, oh, Mother saw you were already planning to bring me out, so she didn't stop us, am I right?"
Guo Fu clapped her hands and said.

“Hmm… wrong… actually, your mother knows there are two portions for both of us, but she doesn’t know who the other portion is for.
She might be worried about me, hehe…” I chuckled, but didn’t continue.

“She’s worried that Guo’er might have a lover outside, so she allowed you, Fu’er, to watch over me,” Third Mother said slowly.

“Mother is really overthinking it. She definitely didn’t guess that this third set of armor was prepared for Third Mother,” Guo Fu laughed.

Third Mother and I both thought to ourselves, “Perhaps she guessed it was for Third Mother/me…”

After walking for more than ten miles in the mountains, I saw that Third Mother and Guo Fu were both tired, and the sun was gradually getting higher, so the three of us took shelter under a tree to cool off. “This
damn weather…” I muttered. “From what we asked the woodcutter, there’s another
village called Hejia Village ahead after we cross this mountain. Beyond that village lies the Cangshan Mountains. We should get there around noon, rest a bit, and then stop.
Staying in the mountains is too dangerous; we won’t be able to find our way after dark.”

“Yes, that’s good. Luckily, this stretch of road isn’t too far, otherwise, these mountain paths where you can’t ride a horse would be deadly.”
Third Sister wiped Guo Fu’s sweat and fanned me, saying, “You’ve had the hardest time, carrying nearly eighty pounds of luggage.”

“Brother, I’m sorry, Fu’er has only been a burden. Let me carry some later,” Guo Fu
said apologetically.

“Alright, don’t argue. This weight is like a toothpick to me. You two should lighten up;
tomorrow won’t be easy. Another purpose of our trip into the mountains is to test the performance of this armor.”

“Then why not use iron armor? Wouldn’t that provide better protection?” Third Sister couldn’t help but ask.

“That would be too cumbersome and hinder movement. You see, this leather armor is extremely durable. The four layers of cardboard lining provide better cushioning than cotton lining in
iron armor . It can not only protect against the volleys of arrows from the Mongol cavalry but also absorb most of
the impact from their sabers during a charge. Moreover, it's lightweight and mobile, making it a cost-effective choice for light cavalry, infantry, and archers
. Of course, the main reason I chose leather armor is that this unit needs high mobility.
If we miss our first attack, we need to flee thousands of miles away so the enemy can't track us or predict our next move.”

“So, this leather armor is invincible? Then why haven't my parents used it all these years?”
Guo Fu asked, puzzled.

“That's a complex issue. The most crucial point is that you can't see the true face of Mount Lu because you're in the mountain yourself. When you
step outside the circle, as an observer, you'll see things more clearly.” One of my papers at military academy specifically
discussed the differences between Mongol cavalry and European knights, and the reasons that ultimately led to the Mongol cavalry's complete victory. I also conducted
extensive historical research on this topic. Guo Jing knew the strengths and weaknesses of the Mongol cavalry, but knowing and summarizing are two different things. Huang Rong
hadn't been in the Mongol army for long, so her understanding was limited. Both of them fell into the same
misconception —that even the most elite Song infantry and cavalry couldn't defeat the Mongols on the open battlefield. However, without winning in open battle, simply holding
a defensive position would eventually lead to the breaching of even the strongest fortress. Therefore, my tactical philosophy is
a sixteen-character principle: gradual advance, steady progress, tactical confinement, and annihilation in open terrain. The biggest advantage of leather armor is its short production time, low price, and superior
defensive effect. In this era, unless faced with large defensive siege weapons like longbows, ballistae, or catapults, this armor is virtually
flawless, and the Mongols rarely use defensive machinery. Of course, these are considerations for the early stages of the war. As the war
progresses and the balance of power shifts, further adjustments will be made—issues I cannot foresee now.

San Niang and Guo Fu listened with great interest to my rambling
tales . There were locomotives like the Xuanyuan chariot, which didn't require human power to move; iron birds carrying people that flew in the sky; and
iron ships weighing tens of thousands of kilograms that wouldn't sink. I confidently claimed that I had heard these stories from Venetian merchants from the far west, but only I knew that these things were
true , though dreams that wouldn't be realized for another 600 years.

Because of the heat, the three of them walked and stopped frequently, finally arriving at their planned destination—Hejia Village—around late afternoon. This was a simple,
secluded village where most of the villagers made a living by chopping wood and hunting in the mountains. Hejia
Village was one of the villages plagued by snakes, as mentioned earlier.

The villagers were skeptical when they heard that the three of them had come to help rid the village of snakes. They all thought:
what ? It wasn't until I showed off my skills, wielding a 300-pound millstone like a windmill in my hands, that the villagers were
astonished. They happily invited the three of us into the village chief's house, where they gathered a lot of fruit and cured meat from various households to treat us.

“Young heroes, thank you so much for coming to rid us of this scourge. However, this beast is incredibly powerful, and I’m still worried
it might endanger your lives. Last year, our whole village pooled our money to hire a sorcerer to capture it. The sorcerer said that this beast has cultivated
for a thousand years and transformed into a dragon, which ordinary people can’t subdue, and I had no way to deal with it either. This year, sure enough, disaster struck. The road into the mountains
has been washed away by the continuous heavy rains, and we can’t go into the mountains to hunt or gather firewood. It must be that beast causing trouble.” The village chief, puffing on his pipe,
explained to me.

“Brother, do you really think there’s a snake demon?” Third Sister and Guo Fu were stunned, and Guo Fu asked in a trembling voice
.

I secretly laughed at the old man’s ignorance. I don’t believe in gods at all. August is the flood season, and the mountain streams are flooded and roads are destroyed. These are all
natural phenomena, and what does it have to do with snakes? It’s pitiful that these people were cheated out of their money and are even cheering for them. "Don't worry, old man.
If there really is a snake demon, I'll follow in the footsteps of Grandpa Yue and behead it. Who knows, I might even get the Li Quan Divine Spear!" At this time
, the legend of Marshal Yue Fei was very popular, and the legend said that Marshal Yue's Li Quan Spear was a divine object obtained by slaying a snake demon and breaking open its belly.

The old village chief heard me speak so boldly, and seeing that I was only eighteen years old but had the strength of a thousand pounds in my arms, he really believed that I was a divine general sent down
from heaven . In less than one night, all kinds of rumors spread throughout the village, and they were all told with great detail,
as if they had been seen with one's own eyes.

"Hehe, big brother, I just heard Er Gouzi next door saying that you are the reincarnation of Erlang Shen from Guanjiangkou. You can blow
up a millstone with a breath, and you also said that you have three eyes. A beam of light from your divine eye can push the millstone eight zhang away. It's hilarious!"
Guo Fu was experiencing farm life for the first time. After dinner, she strolled around the village and heard many rumors that made her laugh so hard she almost fell over.

"Hehe, when I was washing vegetables just now, Aunt Li over there said she saw you breathing flames in your house,
and that you were practicing Samadhi True Fire. The village chief was worried you'd set my house on fire," Third Sister said with a smile.

"Sigh, gossip can be devastating. I should rest early to avoid trouble." The village chief had several vacant rooms,
enough for Third Sister and Guo Fu, and one for myself.

I lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to sleep. After some time, I saw that every house outside had its doors closed and lights off. The once noisy
village suddenly fell silent, with only the faint moonlight shining on the crickets chirping in the grass. Suddenly, I
heard the door next door creak open. I peeked out and saw Third Sister had gone out. Without disturbing her,
I quietly followed her out.

"What are you doing? You scared me!" Third Sister came to the riverbank, wanting to wash herself in the river while it was late and no one was around
. After all, she had been walking all day, sweating and covered in dirt, and she couldn't sleep without washing herself.

I slipped one hand under her armpit, and through her gauze skirt, grasped and kneaded her large, full breasts
. My other hand touched her still flat stomach, and I pulled her to sit behind a large rock by the river. Even through her clothes, my hard
member was already pressing against Third Sister's buttocks... "Stop messing around, what if Fu'er wakes up?" Third Sister tried to pull away my mischievous
hands, but she couldn't budge them.

"Don't worry, children are sleepy, and she's tired today, she definitely won't wake up. Besides, even if she did wake up, she wouldn't run into
my room in the middle of the night." I continued to hug Third Sister and laughed.

"It's not like you're a child. You've only just come of age, and you haven't even reached adulthood yet." Hearing me say this, Third Sister relaxed
a little , letting my mischievous hands play with her body.

I saw the beautiful woman's lips twitch slightly, but she didn't struggle. Emboldened, I rubbed her even
harder … Before long, the man's fire burned brighter and brighter. He simply pulled San Niang to a smooth, large rock nearby
and lifted her onto it.

San Niang pinched me and said, "No… are you crazy? We're outside! What if someone sees us…"
San Niang twisted her body, trying to break free.

"It's alright. It's so dark tonight, no one will come here. We can do what we love, talk, and look at the stars.
Isn't that pleasant?" I'd never had a chance to have sex in the wild before, so naturally I wasn't going to let this opportunity pass. I had already slipped
my hand inside San Niang's skirt.

"Hmm?" I noticed the grove of trees seemed a little different and paused slightly.

"You always complained it was in the way, so I asked Sister Ru Shi to fix it for me," San Niang said shyly
.

I was secretly delighted. I didn't know if the two women had grown closer or if they were starting to compete with each other, but I was the one who benefited, so
I kept quiet and made a fortune. I slipped under San Niang's skirt, and in the moonlight, I could vaguely see her dark little forest, neatly
trimmed and beautiful, which made me unable to resist giving it a light kiss.

"Mmm~" It was the first time my lover had done something so embarrassing. Perhaps it was the influence of being outdoors, but San Niang shyly
pursed her lips , trying not to make a sound, but she didn't use her hands to stop me from continuing my mischief. After a while, I couldn't help but hear
the wet sounds coming from San Niang

's lower body. I smiled and straightened up, holding San Niang's slender waist, and my wet
lips
rained kisses on San Niang's fair neck and cheeks, while my tongue slipped inside her collar, licking the pink cleavage... "Oh~ mmm~ husband~!" San Niang moaned softly, her beautiful legs under her long skirt arching and gently opening, wrapping around my waist. Seeing that Third Sister was so
aroused, and my desire burning fiercely, I reached out and lifted her long skirt to her waist, then skillfully
pressed myself against her.

"Mmm..." Third Sister was nervous, making love with her lover in the wild for the first time. But deep down, she was also incredibly excited; she
realized she had become wicked.

"Yin'er, are you cold?" I felt Third Sister's body tense and thought she was a little cold, so I asked softly.

"Husband, I'm not cold, I'm so hot." Third Sister hummed softly through her nose.

Hearing this, my restraint broke through my limit, and I began thrusting rapidly, my hands not idle either.
I ripped open the skirt's ties and pulled the long skirt off Third Sister.

Third Sister was now naked in my arms, her body arched back, her hands bracing against the rocks, wearing only a pink
bodice , her large, voluptuous breasts seemingly about to break free of their restraints.

As I watched the pink bodice straps dig into my wife's skin, clinging tightly to her arms, the white flesh around the straps jutting out alluringly, mingling with
a faint scent of sweat, my lower body grew even harder. I then loosened the straps behind Third Sister's neck, and the pink bodice fluttered down,
revealing a dark green strapless bra underneath. The contrast with Third Sister's fair and tender flesh was striking, exceptionally stimulating and provocative.

"Yin'er, why are you wearing so much just going out? No wonder you've been sweating all day, you're practically wrapped up like a dumpling."
I asked with a smile as I vigorously thrust. I thought to myself that I'd have to wash up later, so I might as well take them all off at once.

"It's all because you asked me to prepare so carefully. I was afraid of encountering an enemy attack, so I tied them up for convenience. Who would have thought
you
, you little pervert, would... Mmm, so comfortable..." San Niang arched her back to match my movements while gently raising her jade-like arm, allowing me to easily remove her bra. Thinking about it, she was still annoyed and gently bit my shoulder.

I chuckled, my fingers prying open San Niang's bra, my large hands completely grasping her two proud, erect breasts,
my fingertips pinching the deep red buds at the tips of her jade orbs... "Ooh...!" Sensitive spot attacked, San Niang's delicate body trembled,
her beautiful buds immediately perking up in alarm at the man's invasion. As if unable to withstand such intense
stimulation head arched back, her cherry-like lips slightly parted. Before she could utter a sound, my burning chest pressed against her,
pinning her entire back against the rock… “Mmm…” Half fire, half sea, her lover's chest was like a
blazing flame, pressed tightly against her heart. San Niang felt herself melting in this all-encompassing tenderness.
The cool stone wall behind her felt as refreshing as eating mung bean shaved ice on a sweltering summer day. This fusion of ice and fire had already made San Niang
somewhat intoxicated. She couldn't help but writhe in my arms, her body exuding a rich feminine fragrance. Her smooth, elastic skin
was slightly flushed, further fueling the desire in my heart, almost causing me to lose control and ejaculate.

I slowed my movements, took a deep breath, and said, "Baby, the stone wall is too cold and rough. Don't cut your skin.
Let's switch positions. You can ride on me."

"Guo'er, no, you little rascal, it's so embarrassing..." The aroused Third Sister let out a shy moan, but obediently
twisted her waist and sat on me, weakly nestled in her lover's arms. Although we had made love many times before,
this was the first time Third Sister had tried the riding position. She didn't know whether to move or just wait. Her delicate body twisted a few times,
her shyness ultimately unable to overcome her physical desire. With a coquettish cry, she lowered her head and swayed her plump hips, riding
on my "Overlord Spear." Her bright eyes revealed a seductive allure completely different from her usual gentle and beautiful demeanor.

The woman's large breasts swayed up and down before my eyes, ever-changing. My newly grown stubble
rubbed against her tender flesh, and I occasionally sucked on it, while my lower body thrust upwards a few times, sending a jolt of electricity through San Niang
's involuntarily let out a long moan. "Ahhhhh!" San Niang couldn't help but tightly
hug the back of my head, burying my head deeply between her breasts. She instantly reached her climax.

On the giant rock, two naked bodies, one black and one white, were intertwined.

"Yin'er, you're so tight today, and so wet. Did you feel especially excited in nature?" I slowed
my movements , gently wiping the sweat from San Niang's forehead, helping her calm the lingering afterglow of her climax.

San Niang's eyes were slightly closed, and she hummed comfortably, "You always find ways to humiliate me, making me the one on top. It's so embarrassing."
San Niang recalled how she had inexplicably rubbed against her lover, as if their positions had been reversed. She had
never been so excited. It turned out that being in control was so much fun; she was getting a little addicted.

Third Sister gradually regained her strength. Without my urging, she let out seductive moans, her plump buttocks swaying wantonly,
her eyes half-closed as she carefully felt the thick, powerful member thrusting left and right inside her honeypot. I was getting carried away, laughing as I patted the woman's
plump buttocks, signaling Third Sister to change positions. Third Sister reluctantly got off me, bracing herself against the rocks, presenting her white,
snowy buttocks to me without reservation.

"Smack!" I couldn't resist, slapping Third Sister's snow-white, jade-like buttocks with my large hand… "Mmm~! You're so bad~ you little
rascal~ how could you hit me there like that…" Third Sister giggled, instead sticking her proud, alluring buttocks
out even further.

I chuckled and thrust my Yang family spear into Third Sister's body again… Soon, Third Sister's two jade-like hands, under the man's thrusts from behind,
were almost unable to support her body. She bent her arms, supporting herself on the rocks with her elbows, her body almost prone,
her large breasts occasionally bumping gently against the rock face like splashes of water against a embankment. She buried her flushed face in her arms
, but when I nudged her from behind, her head involuntarily tilted back, her hair flying, emitting soft gasps and seductive
moans… Seeing the chaste Third Sister reveal such a captivating and stunning side under my relentless onslaught, I knew
she had completely lowered her guard and accepted me entirely. Worried that the rough rocks might cut her,
I used my strength to lift her from behind. Using my arm strength and the force of her fall,
I tossed her up and down repeatedly, pounding into her like a pile driver.

Third Sister screamed, her arms tightly wrapped around my neck, and I held her legs tightly to prevent her from falling
to the ground . For the first time, San Niang experienced the sensation of weightlessness during sex, and she tensed up in fear, not daring to relax even as she reached her climax. I gripped San Niang's plump buttocks and thighs tightly
with both hands , and after a while, I finally laid her down on the soft mud
. The two of us pressed tightly together, reaching a peak of climax together.

"Husband, you've made me so weak," San Niang gasped, kissing me, who was lying beside her, afraid of pressing down
on her, with infinite satisfaction.

I hadn't expected my impulsive act to be so pleasurable. I felt that I had ejaculated
a large , and even if she hadn't conceived my child before, she would definitely get pregnant this time. But if she did get pregnant... Oh, baby,
I'm sorry, Daddy shouldn't have spat on you.

The two of us were enjoying the afterglow of our lovemaking when we heard a rustling sound from the bushes beside us. Third Sister asked warily, "Who is it?"

"Third Sister, is that you? I need to pee, but I couldn't find a toilet, so I thought I'd come to the river to relieve myself..." Guo Fu
's voice came from not far away. Fortunately, it was dark, and Guo Fu didn't see the two of them.

"Hmm, I felt sticky and couldn't sleep, so I came to the stream to wash up. Do you want to come too?" Third Sister talked to
Guo Fu while tidying up my clothes and gesturing for me to hurry up. However, when she saw my sweaty body and filthy lower body
, she couldn't help but laugh. She made a face at me, mocking my self-inflicted suffering, and then ignored me, continuing to deal with Guo Fu and
covering for her so that she wouldn't notice me walking away.

The next morning, when I came out of my room and saw Third Sister, I blushed, a rare occurrence for me. Third Sister's face was also flushed
, making me feel aroused, and my crotch was already aroused again.

"Big Brother, why did you come out wearing only your underwear? Why did you sleep with something in your pocket?" Guo Fu
appeared , pointing at my crotch.

I was filled with regret, thinking that I hadn't rushed to grab my clothes last night and had run back in my undergarments. "I sweated
a lot yesterday, so I washed my clothes. I'll go check if they're dry." Fortunately, my face was quite tanned, so Guo Fu didn't notice
anything . As I walked away, I instructed, "Everyone change into short-sleeved clothing; there won't be anywhere to change once we're in the mountains."

The mountain path was muddy, and dark clouds loomed overhead, the sky darkening, threatening a storm. To prevent
any accidents, I used the thirty-meter rope I had brought to tie the three of us together, and we groped our way through the mountains. "Sigh, we planned everything, but we didn't expect
to run into the rainy season. If we had known, we would have postponed the plan for a month. Should we just back out?" I
said with a pang of heartache, seeing the sweat and mud mixed on San Niang and Guo Fu's pretty faces, making them look like they were wearing camouflage.

"Since we're here, are we just going to slink back like this? Won't the villagers laugh at us? I'm not going back." Guo Fu was most afraid of being looked down upon
, and she said stubbornly.

"This is no joke. If the rain gets too heavy and the mountain collapses, we'll all be buried. If it were something
important, it would be fine, but who are we arguing with? I'll take you back, and I'll go into the mountains myself."

"Isn't it more dangerous for you to go into the mountains by yourself? No, we have to come with you." San Niang said loudly.

"Yes, how can San Niang and I let you go on an adventure alone? No, absolutely not."

"I used to..." I wanted to say that I had rich experience in jungle survival, but I couldn't say it now. That
was something from my past life, and I couldn't say anything to refute San Niang and Guo Fu for a moment. "Alright then, but stay close to me." I
glanced around. The soil on the mountainside was relatively loose, but fortunately, the vegetation was lush, so a landslide was unlikely. However, I
remembered practicing swordsmanship in a mudslide, which meant that the Sword Tomb and Dugu Qiubai's tomb should be in
a sparsely vegetated area in a mountain hollow. I took out my homemade compass, determined the direction, and then, holding the rope and carrying a machete,
led the way .

It didn't take long before I reached the summit, leading both the two beauties. But the rain was getting heavier. I noticed that
the vegetation on the back side of the mountain was indeed much thinner. A stream flowed eastward along the north side of the mountain, its water level high, carrying
mud and soil from both banks.

"Chirp~~~~~" A clear, melodious chirp echoed from the mountains.

"Big brother, that sound like the call of our eagle! That big eagle must be nearby," Guo Fu said excitedly.

"Can you tell what the call means? Like excitement, fear, or injury?" I
asked, looking back as I probed the path down the mountain.

"Hmm, it seems to have an element of fear. It might be in trouble," Guo Fu said, perking up her ears and confirming when the call
came .

"If it's in trouble, then we have a chance," I said with a smile. I had been thinking about how to gain the eagle's trust, and here it was,
a perfect opportunity. It's clear that the eagle's life in the mountains hasn't been easy these past few years; otherwise, why would it have eagerly followed me on my adventures as soon as
Master Yang arrived?

The descent was more dangerous, but faster. All three of us were extra careful, and we soon reached the vicinity of where the eagle had called.
But then the eagle fell silent. "Brother, that eagle might not...?" Guo Fu asked anxiously, grabbing my arm.

"It's alright, it might have escaped danger," I reassured her.

"No, look." Third Sister, observant as ever, noticed the raging mudslide carrying rocks and broken logs downstream
. A dark shadow floated on a tree branch in the distance; the eagle must have choked on water and dared not cry out.

"Fu-mei, Third Sister, untie the rope." Knowing the mudslide was moving fast and would
reach in an instant, she quickly untied the rope and handed it to me. "You two jump onto the rocks." I tied one end of the rope to
a large rock on the bank, then threw the other end, the grappling hook, to the opposite bank. I pulled hard to make sure the hook was firmly in place; the broken log and mud
were right in front of me.

I fastened the straps to the rope and jumped into the turbid current, intending to use the buoyancy to push the log and the eagle ashore. I swam past the eagle, even considering patting it as a gesture of friendliness, but seeing its wary eyes, I changed my mind. Getting bitten
by this feathered beast would be a terrible loss. "Guo'er, be careful!" Third Sister shouted. I looked up and saw another torrent of muddy sand and gravel surging downstream. I was instantly submerged by the current, and the pressure underwater increased dramatically. Suddenly, the grappling hook on the long rope couldn't withstand the pressure either. With a "crack," the iron claw wasn't strong enough and broke. I felt as if I had been thrown into the air underwater, and my body suddenly went out of control. Fortunately, the straps held the rope in place. I braced myself against a piece of driftwood with one hand and grabbed the rope with the other. I used all my strength to keep myself and the Divine Eagle from being swept away, but I couldn't move any further upstream. We were at a river mouth, narrow at the front and wide at the back. Even with the force of the mudslide, it couldn't carry us ashore. "Fu'er, quick, let's go down and pull Guo'er up." In this critical moment, Third Sister managed to maintain a sliver of composure, but the long rope weighed dozens of kilograms and was submerged in the powerful mud downstream. With a person and a bird tied to the other end, they couldn't pull it up no matter how hard they tried. Guo Fu saw me struggling in the mud, while more sand and gravel kept rushing down from upstream, mixed with huge rocks. What if we were hit by a boulder…? “Third Sister, what should we do?” Third Sister was also at a loss, tears and rain already soaking her once beautiful face. “We should have stopped him; he shouldn’t have come here to take such a risk.” “Make a winch to pull us up!” I shouted in the water. At this moment, the turbid current rushed down like ten thousand horses galloping on a battlefield, roaring like thunder. I used my inner energy to shout, so that Third Sister and Guo Fu could barely hear me. My current state was very bad; sharp, jagged rocks kept whizzing past me. Fortunately, I was wearing leather armor, so I wasn’t injured. However, the cardboard lining of the leather armor was soaked through and beginning to dissolve, greatly weakening its impact resistance. I had only managed to endure this long by relying on my inner energy . The eagle wasn't in much better shape than me. Luckily, I was kind enough not to use it as a shield , but instead placed the broken log behind me and used my own body to shield the eagle.

Sigh, I can't afford to offend this ancestor yet. I need to make a good impression so I can trick it into teaching me the Xuan Tie Sword Technique. I thought to myself that I'd have to jump down
again in a couple of days , so I might as well familiarize myself with the environment first. In the end, it's really because I'm kind-hearted. From a fatalistic perspective, the Condor and
I are destined to become good friends. My loyalty to friends is evident in my treatment of Mo San. Otherwise, who would risk their life to learn a
martial art ?

While I was lost in thought, San Niang and Guo Fu had already cut down four thick tree branches with my machete. They tore
their clothes twisted them into ropes, tied the branches securely to
the rocks, and began to turn the winch clockwise. "It's moving! It's moving! Big brother, can you hear me? Answer me!" Guo Fu shouted excitedly, her face streaked with tears.

"I'm fine, but hurry up, I can't hold on much longer!" I also felt the rope pulling me back and shouted with all my might
.

I finally stepped onto solid ground. I pushed the large log towards the shore, trying to gain momentum, but my feet couldn't find any footing, and I could only
stumble forward, one foot deep and the other shallow. The eagle thrashed about in the mud for a couple of moments, then, realizing it couldn't break free, stopped moving and let me push it
along. I saw that the boulder was already mostly submerged, and Guo Fu and San Niang were struggling to turn the winch on the dry ground.

My heart ached. My feet had reached the gravel beach, and I quickly put on more force, but my hands suddenly felt heavy because the water was shallow and
the buoyancy had decreased. "Alright, you guys get back quickly, we can go now." Time was of the essence, and I
didn't care whether the eagle was happy about being dragged along like this. I unbuckled the iron ring on my belt and stood up to find out why the eagle couldn't break free. I discovered that
haphazard branches had caught the eagle's right claw, and one of them had already pierced its flesh.

"Looks like it survived a close call, but it's been through a lot. No wonder it was
nearly skinned and shaved when we met again four or five years later..." I muttered to myself. But its current drenched state isn't exactly flattering, I chuckled to myself. I cleared away
the splinters, but didn't dare touch the one on the eagle's leg. Carefully, I took out my dagger and slashed it off, leaving only a small section sticking out.

The eagle struggled to

its feet and limped along with me onto the shore. "Big brother, you scared me to death..." Guo Fu cried, throwing herself into my arms despite my mud-covered body.

I gave Third Sister a reassuring look and whispered, "It's alright, big brother's fine now. It's not safe here,
let leave." I said, taking off my leather armor and tossing it aside, then pulling the two women towards higher ground.

Seeing the eagle's unsteady steps, I came over and helped it. The eagle glanced at me but offered no further resistance.
I knew there was hope, and helped the eagle walk ahead. The eagle was very familiar with every plant and tree in the mountains, so although I was helping it,
it was actually leading the way. The three of us and the eagle walked along the mountain until we reached a spacious cave at a higher elevation.

I looked around; the cave was shallow, but the entrance was wide, so there was no risk of it collapsing. I found
some , so I used it to start a fire, illuminating the gloomy cave and warming everyone's hearts and minds. Only then
did everyone feel at ease.

"This must be a place where woodcutters rest when they come up the mountain to chop wood. It's good that they have some dry firewood for emergencies," I
said to the two women with a smile. "Brother Eagle, you should be able to understand me, right? The splinter in your claw, if you don't remove it, your
flesh will rot. Shall I remove it for you now?" I noticed earlier that the eagle's right claw could still move,
obviously without damaging the tendons. However, it had been soaking in the mud for a long time, and if it wasn't treated in time, the wound would probably fester, so
I gestured as I slowly explained.

Surprisingly, the eagle nodded.

"Big brother, look, it's amazing! It can actually understand us!" Guo Fu, seeing the eagle nod, tugged at my
sleeve and said.

"Yes, Third Sister, I'll treat its wounds. You take Fu-mei and look around for any herbs to stop the bleeding or reduce inflammation. If you don't find any, don't
worry, just don't leave my sight." I said.

"Okay, don't worry." Third Sister said, leading Guo Fu outside the cave.

I looked around but couldn't find any clean water to wash the eagle's muddy legs. I could only take off its helmet, wash it clean, and place it in an
open area outside the cave to collect rainwater. Soon, the water was full, and Third Sister and Guo Fu returned. "How lucky! We found a dragon tooth grass.
See if it'll work."

I had fought in the southwestern jungles and was quite familiar with Panax notoginseng, but I had only heard of dragon tooth grass before. I knew that its root
juice could disinfect, and that its leaves and stems, when crushed and applied externally, could heal wounds.

"It's suitable, but I've never actually seen what dragon tooth grass looks like. Are you sure, Third Sister?" I asked, as this was a
matter of life and death for the bird.

"Yes, I used to go up the mountain to collect herbs often, so it can't be wrong," Third Sister said.

With everything ready, I carried half a basin of water and led the two women into the cave. Taking out the knife, rinsing it over a fire, cleaning it, and removing the thorns—a series of
clean , without causing the divine eagle much pain—the thorns were already removed

. The two women carefully used the remaining fabric from their skirts and the herbs they had already pounded to bandage the divine eagle's wounds. During this time, the divine eagle's
spirits had relaxed, and it had even started croaking softly, quietly lying down and closing its eyes to rest.

"You're having a good time, with two beauties serving you like this," I said with a laugh, but I also felt terribly tired, knowing that
the divine eagle had been frightened and needed to rest. "I'm going to recover my energy. Don't go anywhere. If you get hungry, we
brought some dry food and cured meat. Don't go out to pick wild fruit," I instructed.

"Mm." Third Sister nodded, indicating that I could rest assured and that she would keep an eye on Guo Fu.

Only then did I feel at ease and sit cross-legged with my palms facing upwards, quickly entering a state of complete absorption.

I don't know how much time passed before I was awakened by the aroma of roasting meat. I opened my eyes and saw Guo Fu and Third Sister busy roasting meat and preparing rations.
"It smells so good..." I said with a grin, moving closer.

"Hehe, it'll be ready soon, Big Brother, just wait a little longer."

I looked at the sky outside; the rain was still falling softly, and it was getting dark. I didn't know if the sun was obscured by dark clouds, or the exact
time. I saw the Divine Eagle still lying there with its eyes open, but the previous wariness was gone; it was just staring intently at
the roasted meat in Guo Fu's hands. I smiled knowingly and asked, "How long have I rested?"

"About an hour, actually it's still early." Third Sister smiled and handed me a piece of bread, saying, "Are you hungry? Have
some dry rations first."

"It's alright, I'm not hungry. I'll go see if I can find some wild fruit." This little bit of food definitely wouldn't be enough. I remembered that
the water I'd just drunk had been washed away. I searched a corner of the cave and found a pottery jar, which I knew must have been used to store water. I picked up my machete and went out...
As I left the cave, I made sure to tell the two women not to leave.

A short while later, I returned, a knife tucked under one arm and a sizable wild boar on my shoulder, eight or nine wild fruits tucked into my clothes.
"I'm going to fetch water, I'll be right back," I said, seemingly in good spirits. This wasn't just because I'd found a crucial
clue Tie Sword. Most importantly, this kind of life reminded me of the days of tropical jungle warfare, and many
comrades I cherished.

I started cleaning and gutting the boar. Soon, the three of us and the bird enjoyed a delicious
feast of fresh wild boar meat around the campfire, though the eagle ate the majority of it. "This meat is so fresh, so oily and chewy," I
said, picking my teeth and patting my belly as I leaned against the cave entrance, plucked a blade of grass, and rather unceremoniously.

"Hehe, look at that bird, it really can eat! That huge piece of pork leg, I don't even know if it's cooked or not, it just snatched it and started
eating," Third Sister said, sitting beside us, watching the eagle still pecking at the meat, and secretly smiling.

"It's probably been cooped up in its burrow for too long, starving, and got stuck in the tree branch because it couldn't move after going out to find food,
" I said with a laugh.

The eagle seemed to realize we were talking about it and let out two disgruntled cries.

"Hehe, big brother, look, it's not happy about it," Guo Fu said with a smile. Seeing the eagle struggling to eat, she took out
her dagger, cut the pork into small pieces, and placed them on the ground for the eagle to peck at. The eagle, which hadn't been served in a long time, happily
ate and cried out, seemingly grateful for Guo Fu's thoughtfulness. But suddenly, it warily watched outside the burrow.

"Ao~ Ao~" Two eagle cries came from the distant horizon. "It's our eagle," Guo Fu said, throwing down her dagger and clapping her hands
. "Mother probably heard about the heavy rain and sent the eagle to find us. Big brother, what should we do?" She whistled,
summoning the two eagles. Surprisingly, the two eagles were quite affectionate towards the much stronger divine eagle.

"Hmm, let's send a message. Say we've passed through Hejia Village and arrived at a cave about a mile north of the shady valley in Cangshan Mountain. It's
safe there. Tell them not to worry, we'll be back soon!" I said, carefully choosing my words.

Third Sister took the last piece of cloth, dipped it in pig's blood, and wrote it down. To prevent it from being washed away by the rain, she meticulously traced it
three times . After it dried, she handed it to Guo Fu, who was feeding the three eagles, to tie it to the eagle's leg. Watching the two eagles fly away, I
secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Although there were some bumps along the way, it was generally smooth sailing. There were still two things left: treasure hunting
and slaying the snake.

I checked the divine eagle and found that its wing joint was dislocated, probably caused by being hit by a boulder in the water. Unfortunately, I didn't have any tools or medicine
with me , so I could only give it basic treatment. The divine eagle was tough, letting me
push the joint back in place without making a sound. However, its current mud-covered
appearance wasn't much better than the plucked chicken from the original story.

Third Sister and Guo Fu hadn't slept well all night, mostly psychologically, feeling itchy and unable to sleep, tossing and turning
until late into the night before gradually calming down. I didn't dare be affectionate with Third Sister in front of Guo Fu, and Third Sister gave me an apologetic
look. We exchanged a knowing smile, and only the red campfire gradually died down… “The sky is clear!” The next
morning , Guo Fu woke up to find the sky outside the cave clear, a bright blue, the sun shining brightly. She had never felt
the sun so warm.

The three of us helped the bird to a shallower spot upstream. Not wanting to shamelessly bathe with them, I found a sheltered pool and jumped in to clean
myself thoroughly. Once I got ashore, I found a stick, wrapped it with
the leftover pig bristles from yesterday, and made a makeshift brush. I then used the pool water to wash the eagle. "

Damn it, I'm practically begging you for help! If you don't lead me to the treasure soon, I'll teach you a lesson!"
I carefully washed the
eagle
, only to get myself covered in mud, so I had to wash it again. As I washed, I watched the eagle lazily sunbathing on the pebble beach, muttering to myself. But I must admit, this plucked bird looked quite impressive. Its golden feathers shone brightly, almost blindingly so, in the sunlight after being cleaned.

"Brother, are you done?" Third Sister and Guo Fu, having finished washing their clothes, came looking for me, finding me still soaking in the water
, face down. "Ah, Guo'er/Brother, what happened?" The two women, disregarding propriety,
rushed to the pool.

"Wow~ Hehe, did I scare you? I'm fine." I stood up, my bronze-colored bare upper body gleaming, my figure perfectly shaped like an inverted triangle, like
a classical sculpture, coupled with a bright, sunny smile. Guo Fu and San Niang were both
stunned.

"Nonsense... Hurry up and put on your clothes." San Niang had secretly washed and packed my clothes the night before last, tossing them
to me in her bundle.

I saw them both turn away in embarrassment, tying my hair up in the water, and then, wearing only a pair of wet, transparent cotton
underpants ashore, hid behind a rock to dry myself, and took out dry clothes from my bundle to change into. "It wasn't easy for me, was it? After washing myself, I had to
take care of that silly bird, and it splashed all over me, so I had to wash again." I said from behind the rock.

"Third Sister, look how beautiful it is! It's even prettier than our eagle. Just like Big Brother said, after washing it clean, it really does have the air of
a divine eagle, unlike yesterday, hee hee..." Guo Fu had become quite familiar with the divine eagle now, and even when she was feeding it dried meat
, she wasn't afraid of being pecked. The divine eagle seemed to understand that Guo Fu was teasing it, and it squawked a few times in protest
. Guo Fu laughed and stopped teasing it.

As expected, once everyone was ready, the divine eagle took the initiative to lead us through the mountains.
The injuries on its legs and wings didn't affect its mobility. After a night's rest and two feasts of wild boar meat, the divine eagle had regained
its spirit , leading the way with its head held high and chest puffed out.

I followed behind, laughing: its recovery speed was truly beastly, but that arrogant look... it looked just like that
fat, traitorous translator from an old movie! I wondered if the divine eagle knew what I was thinking, would it peck me to death?

The three of them followed the divine eagle, climbing mountains and crossing valleys, not knowing which branch of the Cangshan Mountains they had reached, but
a lush, verdant ridge that wasn't particularly steep. There was a cave halfway up the mountain, and behind it stood a solitary, towering peak. I knew we had arrived. Sure enough, the divine eagle
tugged at my sleeve, indicating that I could go inside with the two women to rest. It then walked away on its own.

Knowing there was no danger in the cave, I took Guo Fu and San Niang's hands and entered. The cave was clean and spacious, only…
There was a stone table, stone chairs, and a stone bed. I searched intently and saw a small grave in the corner. Beneath the slightly damp wall,
covered in moss, were faintly inscribed the words: "For over thirty years I roamed the martial world, slaying all my enemies and defeating all heroes. No one in the world could stand against me.
Helpless, I could only retreat to a deep valley, befriending eagles. Alas, in my life I sought a worthy opponent but could not find one; truly, my loneliness is unbearable." Below
was the signature: "Sword Demon Dugu Qiubai."

"It really is him, Sword Demon Dugu Qiubai." I scraped away the moss, revealing the inscription, confirming that this person was indeed Dugu Qiubai.
Thinking of the dead, I led the two women to respectfully kowtow three times before the grave. Alas, this grave was clearly man-made, and
Dugu Qiubai couldn't have buried his own body after death. The sword manual for the Nine Swords of Dugu was probably taken away by the person who discovered this place earlier
. I couldn't help but feel a pang of regret.

Seeing that there was really nothing left to plunder from this important figure, we couldn't very well dig up his grave with a knife
. Not only would the two women despise us, but we also risked leaving them with the impression that we were a pervert.

"Haha, now that we've paid our respects to this senior, we can go treasure hunting with a clear conscience." Led by me,
the three of laughed and climbed towards the solitary peak behind us. "We're here!" The three of us reached
a platform halfway up the steep, towering solitary peak, where a stone tablet stood, inscribed with the words "Sword Tomb." I looked up; it seemed we still needed to
climb higher, but the mountain was steep and barren, offering no footholds. I feared that Third Sister and Guo Fu wouldn't have the strength to continue.

"Let's rest for a while." I moved two large rocks over for Third Sister and Guo Fu to sit on, while I stood and gazed at the scenery below
. "The scenery here is truly magnificent! The sun and moon are beautiful after the rain, and the air is so fresh. It makes
one !" I roared to the sky, my voice echoing through the valley for a long time. In the distance, the clear cry of the Divine Eagle also
rang out, complementing my roar.

"That damn bird, it really can't stand being alone," I said with a laugh.

"Brother, you don't know, I heard my parents say that this mountain is very famous in the Xiangfan area, called Bing Shu
Bao Jian Gorge. I think I came here with my parents when I was a child, but I can't remember it," Guo Fu said with a smile.

Third Sister sighed, "So this is Bing Shu Bao Jian Gorge? It is indeed breathtaking." Third Sister pointed to the distant, clear blue river
on .

Damn it, we've traveled over a hundred miles in two days and one night, and we've actually arrived at the riverbank. So this is the legendary Bing Shu
Bao Jian Gorge? A realization flashed through my mind. "I know!"

"Guo'er, what did you think of?" Third Sister was startled and leaned closer to ask.

"This Sword Demon divided the space between the upper and lower parts, placing the stone tablet between the military manual and the sword. This clearly tells us that he placed his
sword manual below, hidden within the military manual; and he hid his sword atop the Sword Gorge. The sword and the sword manual are
an inseparable whole. The sword tomb is not only the grave of the sword but also the final resting place of his swordsmanship. It seems he was also testing the comprehension of those who came after him,
to see if they could inherit his mantle." The more I spoke, the more sense it made sense: "Dugu Qiubai had no friends in his life, only keeping company with the Divine
Condor. His Dugu Nine Swords emphasized 'comprehension,' requiring exceptional talent. For
someone like him, who was not good at socializing, it was naturally difficult to find a suitable successor. Therefore, he devised this method as an introductory
test to see if the person was quick-witted. Those who could reach the peak proved that they were skilled. Only those who
were both intelligent and brave could become the successor of the Sword Demon Dugu Qiubai."

"That's very likely! Let's go look for it!" Guo Fu jumped up, anxiously pulling me along.

"Good, good, good, Fu'er really did a great job this time, otherwise your brother wouldn't have guessed the key to this." I
patted Guo Fu's head and said with a smile.

Third Sister smiled and followed behind us.

"I'll go up first, then I'll bring you up." I looked at the steep mountain and gave the order. As I spoke, I
took out another grappling hook from my waist, attached it to the rope, and started climbing while lassoing. My lightness skill is very good, and I had long
anticipated this day, so I had pestered Qiu Chuji to teach me the Golden Goose Skill of the Quanzhen School. Now I was as light as a roc spreading its wings in the sky, and with
the help of the rope, I quickly climbed up the steep peak of more than 20 meters.

I tied the knot, lowered the rope and shouted, "Tie it around your waist, I'll bring you up."

Third Sister let Guo Fu go first, and she carefully checked it again to make sure the knot was safe before reminding me that I could pull the rope
. After Guo Fu and I successfully pulled Third Sister to the summit, Guo Fu excitedly toured the so-called Sword Tomb.

"Hmph, what is this? Just a big, long stone... nothing at all." Guo Fu pouted when she saw the only thing standing out on the mountaintop—a
wide, horizontal stone beam—seemingly feeling it wasn't worth the hardship of the journey.

"Hehe, Sister Fu, let me teach you another lesson today. Don't judge a book by its cover. Though the process of sifting through sand is arduous, only after blowing away
all the sand can you find gold." I laughed and pushed aside the boulder, revealing three long swords beneath it once more.

"Wow, Brother, it really is down there! There are words here, let me read them, let me read them! 'Sharp and fierce,
invincible before I reached adulthood, I used it to contend with the heroes of Hebei...'" Guo Fu took out her sword, saw a small stone slab beneath it, and read the words on
it.

"The sword is about four feet long, gleaming with a bluish light; it's truly a sharp weapon." I took the longsword, drew it from its sheath, and examined it closely.
"It's imperishable for a hundred years; it must be forged from the finest of five metals mixed with refined steel. The spine is straight, and the words 'Qingming' are engraved on it. It's a suitable Yue
Maiden Sword for you. Sister Fu, this sword is yours." I smiled and handed the sword to Guo Fu.

"Thank you, Big Brother." Guo Fu smiled sweetly, playing with it with great delight.

"Don't just play around; if you don't practice properly, someone might snatch it from you on the battlefield." I scolded her with a laugh.

"I won't." Guo Fu stuck out her little tongue and made a playful face.

"The Ziwei Soft Sword, used before the age of thirty. It was accidentally used to injure Yi, which was considered unlucky, so it was discarded in a deep valley."

"What a pity. Mine is bluish-green, but this one is called Ziwei. It's a pity it's gone; otherwise, I could have given it to Third Sister. Why did he throw away
such a fine sword? It's infuriating." Guo Fu
said somewhat embarrassedly, seeing that she had one while Third Sister was empty-handed.

"Hehe, Fu'er, Third Sister doesn't know how to use a sword, so there's no use in getting it. Don't worry about it," Third Sister
said, .

I naturally knew the sword was lost, so I didn't pay much attention. I continued reading: "A heavy sword has no edge, great skill is without artifice.
Before the age of forty, one can roam the world with it." That's it. I exerted my strength to lift the dark, precious sword.

The sixty-four-pound heavy sword suddenly appeared, surprising both Guo Fu and San Niang. This dark iron rod looked more like
a blunt weapon like an iron mace.

I suddenly remembered something I often heard them talk about in the office in my later life, and couldn't help but curse: "Damn, isn't this
thing a Judgment?"

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