Wandering the Martial World [Complete] - 4

Chapter Eighteen: Who Will Be the Hero?

The

second day of the Martial Arts Tournament.

"After discussions among the sect leaders and Fairy Qiu, we have decided to use a very fair method to select the Martial Arts Alliance Leader. We unanimously agree that while the leader must possess high martial arts skills, the most important thing is outstanding leadership and coordination abilities. Therefore, we will not decide the leader's position based on martial arts prowess, but rather through a vote by all members to elect someone whom everyone believes is capable of holding the position." Bai Yulou's words immediately sparked a discussion.

"Excuse me, Master Bai, could you explain the specifics more clearly?" someone asked.

"After discussion, to ensure maximum fairness, we have decided to proceed in two steps. First, each sect leader will recommend one person they believe is suitable for the position of Alliance Leader, and then a vote will be held. The three with the most votes will advance to the next round. Then, the sect leaders will vote again, but only on the three who have advanced to the second round. The person with the most votes and a majority will be our Alliance Leader." It's rather complicated, but it seems very fair.

"I'd like to ask Master Bai, is it true that each sect can only cast one vote?" someone asked.

"Because there are many sects in the martial world, some with only a few people and others with thousands, in order to represent the interests of the majority of our fellow practitioners, we have decided that each sect can cast at least one vote. However, if a sect has more than one hundred disciples, it can cast an additional vote, and so on, with one additional vote for every additional one hundred disciples." As soon as he finished speaking, everyone was in an uproar.

"This is clearly discrimination against our small sect." Many people felt indignant, but then they thought there was nothing they could do; how could they compete with so many people when they only had a few?

"This voting method has been approved by Fairy Qiu and the leaders of the major sects. If no one has any other objections, we will begin voting immediately." Bai Yulou ignored the whispers below. That was to be expected; it was normal for some people to disagree, but as long as the five major sects and other key sects had no objections, others could only discuss it.

"It's amazing that they came up with this method; Bai Yulou is indeed no ordinary person." Lan Tianfeng looked at him with admiration. Xiao Tianci and the others were also in the audience. He was still waiting for news from Yue Xiaorou. He didn't know who the caravan Yu Ya was with was, so he hadn't gone to the capital yet. At least he knew Yu Ya was probably safe, so he wasn't as worried as before.

"Of course, someone even I, An Ling, want to marry must be extraordinary." An Ling's words were quite shocking. She clung tightly to Xiao Tianci, yet said she wanted to marry someone else. Fortunately, they were all used to her behavior.

"Who do you think will be the leader in the end? Anyone want to bet with me?" Gu Feng was also interested.

"I'll bet with you. What are we betting on?" Xiao Tianci found their voting rather boring and joined in when Gu Feng asked for a bet.

"If I win, you get me another jar of Hundred Flowers Wine." Gu Feng was still thinking about that wine.

"And if you lose?"

"If I lose, I'll give you a jar of Daughter's Red Wine." How could that be so unfair?

"Seriously? Brother Gu, aren't you bullying Brother Xiao?" Lan Tianfeng protested.

"How did I bully him? Brother Xiao can get Hundred Flowers Wine so easily, while I have a hard time even buying a jar of good Daughter's Red wine. He's the one who benefits." Gu Feng was being unreasonable.

"Wait, wait, I don't want wine, I want something else." Xiao Tianci was afraid of wine.

"Then what do you want? A beautiful woman? I'm afraid you won't dare." Gu Feng glanced at Qian'er and An Ling beside him, who were eyeing Xiao Tianci intently.

"Who said I wouldn't dare?" Seeing An Ling's small hand almost reaching out, he quickly added, "But I'm asking for it for Brother Lan. If you lose, you have to find him a beautiful woman."

"Brother Xiao, you're such a good person." Lan Tianfeng immediately flattered him.

"Alright, it's a deal. I bet Bai Yulou will be the leader." Gu Feng quickly said.

"I bet Qiu Shuiyao." He realized he'd messed up; a sharp pain shot through his leg, and An Ling pinched him hard. "Ling'er, do you know how much it hurts?" Xiao Tianci felt miserable.

"Why are you still hung up on Qiu Shuiyao? Why won't you admit you like her?" An Ling didn't know why, but the mention of Qiu Shuiyao filled her with bitterness. Perhaps she felt Qiu Shuiyao was too much of a threat?

"I was just making a bet." Xiao Tianci sighed inwardly. An Ling had inexplicably gotten together with him, little did he know it would be his downfall.

"Hmph, don't think about her again." An Ling said smugly, while Qian'er watched the spectacle with glee.

"Just you wait, I'll definitely get my revenge tonight." Xiao Tianci secretly vowed.

"Alright, your bet is now in effect, and I'm the notary. I say, Brother Xiao, you must win." Lan Tianfeng would naturally support anything that benefited him.

***

The first round of voting has ended, and the leading three are Bai Yulou, Xiao Jinghong, and Qiu Shuiyao.

Bai Yulou, as the host, naturally had many supporters, while Xiao Jinghong was no less powerful, backed by Qingcheng, Emei, and Wudang. Qiu Shuiyao hadn't originally intended to compete, but the leaders of the smaller sects, knowing they couldn't win and not wanting the larger sects to benefit, opted for her. They felt choosing Qiu Shuiyao was better than the others.

The voting results were largely expected, causing little controversy; everyone simply awaited the next round to see who would ultimately emerge victorious.

Regarding this martial arts tournament, although Bai Yulou invited all sects even remotely associated with the name "Bai," many sects didn't actually attend. The four great families and the Three Palaces and One Fortress didn't send anyone for some reason, but the five major sects all sent representatives. The smaller sects, however, were all present. The Emei Sect Leader, Abbess Qingxin, had no interest in the competition; Wudang Sect's Chongxu was too old; and the Qingcheng Sect Leader was related to Xiao Jinghong

by marriage. Therefore, they all supported Xiao Jinghong, making him seem to have the upper hand. However, things are unpredictable, and no one can know the winner until the very end. "It's over! My beauty is gone!" Lan Tianfeng cried, all because of Qiu Shuiyao's words.

"Shuiyao came only to assist our righteous comrades, but has no intention of taking the position of Alliance Leader. Moreover, Shuiyao is aware that I am not suitable, so I have decided to withdraw from the competition."

"All you think about is beauty! Don't you even think about where I'm going to get the wine?" Xiao Tianci was also worried. To be honest, he was quite happy that Qiu Shuiyao wasn't the Alliance Leader, as it would be less troublesome to find her later. However, the wine was a problem; Dongfang Xuanji had run out. Where was he going to get it? Although he wanted to renege, Gu Feng, that drunkard, would definitely keep bothering him.

"Didn't you get it easily last time?" Gu Feng asked anxiously.

"Last time is last time, this time is this time." Seeing Gu Feng's changing expression, he quickly said, "But don't worry, Brother Gu, I'll definitely get it for you even if I lose. But the results aren't out yet, maybe I won't lose?"

***

Xiao Tianci still lost. Because of Qiu Shuiyao's withdrawal, everyone who originally supported Qiu Shuiyao ended up supporting Bai Yulou. Looking at Xiao Jinghong's disappointed face, Xiao Tianci suddenly felt very comfortable (a bit perverted). However, in the end, Xiao Jinghong didn't become the alliance leader, but became the vice alliance leader. There

was only one day left in the martial arts tournament. Tomorrow, the White Martial Arts Alliance, abbreviated as White Alliance, will be officially established, and Bai Yulou will officially take over the position of alliance leader tomorrow. In Bai Yulou's study, Bai Yulou was discussing something with Li Yuming.

"Brother, you have finally succeeded in sitting on the throne of alliance leader. It's truly a cause for celebration."

"Brother, I expect the Demonic Sect will try to cause trouble at the White Alliance founding ceremony tomorrow. I'll leave the defense to you."

"Don't worry, brother. I'll arrange everything properly."

"Brother, you've worked so hard these past few days. I could have had someone else do it, but I can only trust you with

this." "Brother, we shouldn't be so formal. Helping you is what a brother should do. Besides, without you, I don't know where I'd be begging now. I'll never forget your kindness." Li Yuming said emotionally.

"That's right, let's not be so formal. By the way, what are your thoughts on today's martial arts tournament, brother?"

"I think Fairy Qiu seems to intend for you to become the alliance leader, which is why she withdrew at that time."

"You're right. If Fairy Qiu hadn't withdrawn at the last minute, Xiao Jinghong would probably be the alliance leader now. I didn't expect Xiao Jinghong to have so much support; it seems he's not to be underestimated."

"Yes. I also think Xiao Jinghong is very ambitious. Brother, you should be careful of him in the future."

"By the way, how's your investigation into Yuya going?"

"Because we don't have enough manpower, we didn't send many disciples, so we haven't heard anything about Miss Xiao yet. However, I sent people to keep an eye on Xiao Tianci and discovered that he seems to have sent people looking for her. According to the disciples who went to inquire, two other groups are also trying to find out about Miss Xiao. One group is from Sword Lake Manor, and I suspect the other group is Xiao Tianci's people. Moreover, Xiao Tianci seems much calmer these past two days; I think he must have some news about Miss Xiao."

"Xiao Tianci? Logically speaking, he shouldn't have any subordinates." Bai Yulou was a little puzzled.

"Brother, I haven't been able to explain Xiao Tianci to you clearly. According to the information I've received, we can't underestimate him. He shouldn't be as simple as he seems on the surface."

"Tell me his specific situation." Bai Yulou was still somewhat interested in this rival.

"Xiao Tianci stayed at Jianhu Manor until he was 16, without any unusual behavior. Aside from his close relationship with Miss Xiao, there was nothing particularly special about him. Everyone just thought he was stupid and couldn't learn martial arts well, calling him a good-for-nothing. But we all saw it the day before yesterday; his martial arts are now at least among the top-tier masters. He suddenly disappeared when he was 16, and returned to Jianhu Manor two years later—the day my elder brother first met him. At that wedding, he defeated Xiao Cangtian, but because Xiao Cangtian seemed to have retreated without using his full strength for unknown reasons, Xiao Tianci hadn't attracted enough attention. Xiao Tianci didn't show any unusual behavior at Jianhu Manor, but when I went to the Dongfang family last time, I discovered that Xiao Tianci seemed to have a very close relationship with Dongfang Xuanji. Also, he seemed to have known Lan Tianfeng and Gu Feng for a long time." Li Yuming had really investigated Xiao Tianci thoroughly.

"I really didn't see that coming," Bai Yulou exclaimed, greatly shocked.

"There's another point. The girl who killed Liang Qisong the day before yesterday was nominally Xiao Tianci's maid, but she was highly skilled in martial arts and extremely beautiful. Normally, she shouldn't be unknown in the martial arts world, but in fact, all I know is her name is Qian'er, and she is indeed just a maid."

"It seems we need to be careful about her in the future. Now, let's prepare for tomorrow's events." Bai Yulou temporarily put aside his shock and focused on the most important matters.

***

White Horse Manor.

The third and final day of the Martial Arts Tournament.

The leader of the alliance had been chosen; today was just a ceremony, so everyone's enthusiasm wasn't very high.

The long and complicated ceremony was underway.

"What martial arts alliance leader? I'd like to see it." A woman flew into the hall, her voice clear and cold yet possessing an indescribable charm.

Chapter Nineteen: Two Beauties Competing for Glory

"What's coming has finally arrived," Bai Yulou thought to himself.

The crowd gasped at the woman who entered. She was breathtakingly beautiful. Although Qiu Shuiyao was present, she was in no way inferior, and even more alluring. Qiu Shuiyao exuded a beauty that made one afraid to approach, while this woman made one irresistibly want to pounce on her.

"Everyone be careful, this is the Demonic Sect's Heavenly Demon Soul-Seizing Technique." Qiu Shuiyao's voice rang out, finally bringing the crowd to their senses, though they still stared intently.

"You must be Princess Hanxiang of the Demonic Sect, right?" Now that she had come knocking, Bai Yulou couldn't very well not step forward.

"I am indeed Hanxiang. And you are that so-called Alliance Leader?" Hanxiang's words alone were enough to infuriate the crowd.

"You audacious vixen, how dare you insult our Alliance Leader!" Someone, oblivious to their own mortality, jumped out to intervene.

"Ugh~~~~~" A scream rang out as the person was sent flying backward.

"I'll teach you a lesson you won't forget." With a slight movement of her hand, Hanxiang sent the person flying with a scream.

"Miss Hanxiang, you're not just here to vent your anger on my disciples, are you?" Bai Yulou watched helplessly as his disciples were injured.

"I don't have time to kill such trash. I'm here today to find you, this so-called alliance leader. Alliance Leader Bai, would you be interested in exchanging a few blows with me?" Hanxiang was direct, clearly wanting to fight.

"The alliance leader's status is so noble, how could he so easily fight you? If you're interested, this old monk will accompany you for a few rounds." Huijue intervened, and Bai Yulou gave him a grateful look. With Bai Yulou's current martial arts skills, he was probably no match for Hanxiang.

"Old monk, the princess's status is so noble, how could she fight you? If you can't stand the loneliness, I'll keep you company." A more charming voice came in, a fiery figure, a beautiful face, it was Zhu Xingxian, accompanied by Bi Qingyun and Xiao Cangtian.

"Xiao Cangtian, what are you doing here?" Hanxiang hadn't come with them.

"We learned that the princess was coming and were afraid something might happen to you, so we followed?" Their respectful manner seemed so fake.

"Oh? When did you become so kind? Let me tell you, I have nothing to do with you. We all go our separate ways and are completely unrelated." Hanxiang seemed to dislike him.

"Bai Yulou, I'm only here to see you today. Don't hide in the back and be afraid to come out." Hanxiang seemed convinced of Bai Yulou's identity.

"Rumor has it that Princess Hanxiang is as beautiful as a celestial being, and her martial arts are unfathomable. Today, I, Qin Mengru, want to see if it's true." A melodious voice clearly reached everyone's ears, but it came from the doorway. A young woman in a silver robe, with long hair reaching her waist, skin like jade, and eyes like stars and the moon, slowly walked in.

"Qin Mengru? Could it be that you are a successor of the Sword Pavilion?" Qiu Shuiyao thought of someone.

"Fairy Qiu is indeed insightful. Indeed, I am Qin Mengru from the Sword Pavilion."

The Sword Pavilion, like the Heavenly Heart Pavilion, is very mysterious. However, while the Heavenly Heart Pavilion sends at least one disciple out of seclusion every twenty years, the Sword Pavilion sends out a disciple to roam the martial world at the earliest, around sixty years. This is because the Sword Pavilion claims that each disciple who debuts is a future Sword Hero. Such exquisite swordsmanship, worthy of being called a future Sword Hero, is not easily achieved through training. Therefore, only one disciple emerges every sixty years. Because of this, not many people in the martial world know about the Sword Pavilion; after all, who would remember you for so long if you only send one out every sixty years? However, Qiu Shuiyao is an exception. The Heavenly Heart Pavilion has always been quite knowledgeable about matters in the martial world.

"Sister, you flatter me too much. I only guessed because Master said you would soon be leaving the mountain." Perhaps it's because we have similar temperaments, Qiu Shuiyao addressed me very affectionately.

"So you're Qin Mengru, the Sword Pavilion successor who calls herself the Sword Queen? I wonder if you're even worthy of that title?" Hanxiang was quite annoyed. She only wanted to teach Bai Yulou a lesson, why were so many people stopping her?

"I am Qin Mengru, but I don't dare call myself the Sword Queen yet. Princess, you'll know after you try." Qin Mengru smiled faintly.

The two were on the verge of exchanging blows, while Xiao Tianci sat anxiously in the corner. He didn't understand why Hanxiang was causing trouble. Logically speaking, the Heavenly Demon Sect rarely interfered in the affairs of the demonic sects and rarely had conflicts with the righteous martial arts world.

"Brother Lan, is that Sword Queen very powerful?" Xiao Tianci always addressed her very affectionately when he wanted something.

"Of course, she's not called the Sword Queen for nothing. Think about it, the Sword Pavilion only sends one person out every sixty years. The person who comes out is incredible. Don't worry, Qin Mengru will definitely win." She actually told him to rest assured.

"You say Qin Mengru will definitely win? Then won't Hanxiang be in danger?" Xiao Tianci muttered.

"Why are you so concerned about that little witch? Do you two have something going on?" Lan Tianfeng asked in surprise.

"Don't talk nonsense, I want to live a few more days." An Ling's murderous glare was already directed at them.

"I'm not talking nonsense, I can tell from your nervous look. But actually, you don't need to worry, Han Xiang is at least ranked fourth on the Black List, she won't lose so easily. However," Lan Tianfeng's words were contradictory, one saying she would win, the other saying she wouldn't lose, what did that mean?

"However what?" Xiao Tianci was concerned about what came next.

"Although Han Xiang might not lose to Qin Mengru, the others in the White Alliance might not let her go." Lan Tianfeng was also talking about what Xiao Tianci was worried about.

***

They whispered among themselves in the corner, while the fighting had already begun. Xiao Cangtian was fighting Qiu Shuiyao, Bi Qingyun was fighting Xiao Jinghong, and Zhu Xingxian was going after the old monk Huijue. Han Xiang, unable to find Bai Yulou, had no choice but to fight Qin Mengru. But strangely, Xiao Cangtian and the others didn't seem to be in a hurry to decide the winner.

Qiu Shuiyao was now handling Xiao Cangtian with ease, but Xiao Cangtian was no pushover and wasn't so easily defeated. Huijue was in a bit of trouble. While his martial arts were indeed quite good, he was afraid of Zhu Xingxian's flirtatious charm. Zhu Xingxian teased him while fighting, making him blush. Xiao Jinghong and Bi Qingyun were also evenly matched.

As for Hanxiang and Qin Mengru, it was quite a spectacle. Two beauties fighting was certainly a sight to behold. Qin Mengru, known as the Sword Queen, naturally used a sword, while Hanxiang had never been seen using a weapon. If one had to name a weapon, it would be her long sleeves, which could be considered a makeshift weapon.

"Alliance Leader, something terrible has happened!" A Hero Alliance disciple, covered in blood, rushed in in a panic. "Alliance Leader, we've been attacked by the Demonic Sect and suffered heavy losses." At the same time, Xiao Cangtian and his two companions feinted an attack, leaping towards the door. They grabbed a disciple from an unknown sect and threw him at their pursuing opponents. By the time Bai Yulou reacted, they were already far away. Xiao Cangtian's voice drifted back, "Qiu Shuiyao, Bai Yulou, are you satisfied with this grand gift? If so, we'll certainly continue our efforts, hahaha~~~~" The maniacal laughter slowly faded into the distance.

"Alliance Leader, countless disciples have been injured, including the Vice Alliance Leader. The Demonic Sect has sent many experts, and they launched a sneak attack when we weren't paying attention." The disciple then briefly recounted the events. It turned out that everyone expected the Demonic Sect to cause trouble at the martial arts tournament, but no one anticipated that Xiao Cangtian, while ostensibly disrupting the tournament, secretly sent his men to attack the Heroes' Alliance headquarters. The headquarters wasn't heavily guarded, and their vigilance wasn't high, resulting in heavy losses.

"The Demonic Sect is truly despicable! That vixen is still here! Let's all go kill her!" It turned out that Hanxiang was still fighting Qin Mengru. Hanxiang was unaware of Xiao Cangtian's plan and hadn't run away with them. However, these people didn't care; now that she was alone, they wanted to vent their anger on her. Only Xiao Tianci secretly groaned and cursed Xiao Jinghong, because it was he who had reminded everyone to kill Hanxiang.

Hanxiang finally understood, but it was too late. Seeing the crowd closing in, Qin Mengru stopped, saying, "People of the Sword Pavilion never participate in group fights. If you insist, I'll have to stop." Bai

Yulou, Xiao Jinghong, and the monk Huijue surrounded them. Hanxiang cursed her bad luck; her fight with Qin Mengru had already exhausted her. Now, with these three attacking together and so many others watching, the situation was truly dire. Fortunately, Qiu Shuiyao didn't intend to intervene.

"So the so-called White Alliance is just using numbers to fight the few," Xiao Tianci finally spoke up. He couldn't watch Hanxiang suffer.

"Xiao Tianci, what did you say?" Xiao Tianci's appearance was almost completely unexpected. Qiu Shuiyao thought to herself: What a nemesis! What are you going to do now? However, it was Bai Yulou who first expressed his dissatisfaction. Lan Tianfeng shook his head below, "This kid's gone mad." An Ling was genuinely worried, while Qian'er was already preparing to intervene.

"Didn't you hear what I said? Aren't you ashamed of so many grown men bullying a weak woman?" Qin Mengru thought to herself: If Hanxiang is a weak woman, then no woman in this world is not weak. She knew Hanxiang's strength very well now, and she wasn't confident she could win if the fight continued.

"It's none of your business." Seeing Xiao Tianci come to her side, she was happy but also worried, and said softly.

"I must take care of your business." Xiao Tianci grasped her hand, and his true energy flowed through it, helping her regain her strength. Hanxiang tried to break free but failed, so she had no choice but to let it be. However, it was now obvious to everyone that the two of them had a close relationship.

"Xiao Tianci, you were just expelled from your sect and you've already colluded with a witch. Do you really intend to degenerate?" Bai Yulou said coldly.

"Alliance Leader Bai, you're already putting on airs as your leader? Everyone here saw how I was expelled from the sect; some people just didn't recognize my true character. As for your accusation that I colluded with the witch, you're wronging me. Hanxiang is not a witch. It was Xiao Cangtian who killed your Hero Alliance disciples. Instead of going after Xiao Cangtian, you're putting on airs here. Isn't that putting the cart before the horse?" Xiao Tianci knew he was completely cut off from the righteous path this time, so he didn't give Bai Yulou a friendly look.

"The people of the Demonic Sect are all birds of a feather, and your collusion with the Demonic Sect's demoness is equally unforgivable. Since you're so stubborn, don't blame us for being impolite." Bai Yulou was about to attack.

"Wait." Qiu Shuiyao walked over, looking at Xiao Tianci, seemingly lost in thought. Xiao Tianci was a little afraid to look her in the eye and turned his head away.

"Are you really sure?" Qiu Shuiyao's voice rang out.

"No matter what, I won't let you hurt Hanxiang." Xiao Tianci's voice was low but firm.

"You may leave."

"Ah!" Xiao Tianci was startled.

"Fairy Qiu, how can you let them go like this?" Bai Yulou was also surprised.

"Xiao Tianci once saved my life. If it weren't for his intervention, I would have died at Xiao Cangtian's hands. So I hope everyone can give Shuiyao some face and let them go today." Qiu Shuiyao stated her reasons.

"Since Fairy Qiu has spoken, what else can I say? However, if we miss today, I hope Fairy Qiu will not obstruct us any further." Bai Yulou seemed to have made a great decision before saying these words.

Xiao Tianci did not speak, but only looked deeply at Qiu Shuiyao, his eyes filled with affection and love. He took Hanxiang's arm and walked out. Qian'er and Anling naturally followed behind. Lan Tianfeng and Gu Feng hesitated for a moment before following as well.

"Brother Lan, Brother Gu, are you also going to follow Xiao Tianci down the wrong path?" Bai Yulou asked when he saw them following.

"I don't know if Brother Xiao has truly gone astray, but we're friends, and we can't just abandon a friend in trouble," Lan Tianfeng said calmly.

"Yes, besides, Brother Xiao still owes me something," Gu Feng said, concerned only about his wine.

"Since that's the case, I can't force you two. I hope you both take care of yourselves."

Watching Xiao Tianci's disappearing figure, Qiu Shuiyao sighed inwardly.

"Don't worry, sister. He'll be alright." It was Qin Mengru.

"Sister, don't joke around, what 'he, he, he'?" Qiu Shuiyao quickly denied, glancing around hurriedly.

"There's no one else here, don't worry. You can't fool me. You made up a reason to let him go, and you still want to deny it?" Qin Mengru wasn't going to let her off so easily.

"Sister, you misunderstand. He really did save me," Qiu Shuiyao said softly.

"Oh, I understand," Qin Mengru said thoughtfully.

***

"Why did you do this?" Tianci and Hanxiang, along with their group of six, had left Baima Manor and arrived in Luoyang City. They found an inn to stay at. Hanxiang, who had been silent the whole way, finally spoke.

"I only know that I can't just watch you be bullied." Xiao Tianci looked at her affectionately, ignoring Anling's jealous expression beside him.

"If I had known it would turn out like this, I wouldn't have come to cause trouble for Baiyulou." Hanxiang felt a little guilty.

"I almost forgot to ask you. Why did you cause trouble for him? Don't you usually stay out of the Demonic Sect's affairs?" Xiao Tianci asked the question that had been on his mind.

Chapter Twenty: Jade Beauty's Message

Do you know why people in the martial arts world call me Princess Hanxiang?" Hanxiang didn't answer, but asked him instead.

"I don't know, isn't it because you're beautiful, like a princess?" Xiao Tianci was hit by Lantian Feng after he finished speaking.

"You're so stupid. If being beautiful makes you a princess, then why is only Sister Hanxiang called a princess?" Lantian Feng scolded him.

"Hanxiang is the most beautiful, really." "And when did Hanxiang become your sister?" Xiao Tianci complained.

"Stop arguing, let me explain slowly." Hanxiang stopped them from arguing further. She really didn't know what these people were thinking, offending the entire righteous path yet acting as if nothing had happened.

"The Demonic Sect wasn't like this before. Although the Demonic Sect was also divided into five sects before, it wasn't like it is now where each sect governs itself. The Demonic Sect used to have a sect leader, who was my father. When I was born, my father was still the sect leader of the Demonic Sect, so the people of the Demonic Sect called me princess."

"Thirteen years ago, when I was only five years old, the righteous martial arts world formed an alliance similar to the current White Alliance to attack the Demonic Sect. The result was a stalemate, and my father died from his injuries. My mother, three years later, died of grief over my father's passing. From then on, my senior sister and I depended on each other. After my father's death, the Demonic Sect fell apart. However, because the righteous martial arts world had also suffered heavy losses, it no longer had the strength to deal with the Demonic Sect, which led to the situation we have now. My senior sister loved me very much, but she told me not to seek revenge. She said I should live happily and not think about revenge. I always listened to my senior sister, and later I learned that most of the people who killed my father were dead, so I didn't think about revenge. But I heard that the righteous martial arts world was going to form some kind of alliance, and remembering that my father died because of such an alliance, I decided to cause trouble. Who knew it would turn out like this?"

"Sister Ying has been looking for you. Where have you been hiding all these days?" Remembering how elusive Hanxiang was, Ye Bingying had searched for her for months without success, and now she suddenly reappeared.

"Why are you asking so many questions? Let's think about what to do next." Hanxiang's mischievous nature was about to surface.

"Yes, young master, we've offended the White Alliance. We'll encounter a lot of trouble in the future," Qian'er said from the side. "Exactly

! Those lustful fools who don't care about anything when they see a beautiful woman," An Ling complained.

"What's the big deal? I'm not asking them for anything, why should I try to please them? You guys wait here for a moment, I'm going to Xiao Rou's place."

"Going to see an old flame again," An Ling pouted.

*8*

This time, Xiao Tianci went directly to Yue Xiao Rou's room, as usual, monitoring the situation outside.

"Xiao Rou, aren't you tired of doing this every day?" Xiao Tianci couldn't help but ask.

"What do you care if I'm tired? You wait a while, Xiao Yuya's message won't arrive for another hour," Yue Xiao Rou said without looking up.

"Xiao Rou, you talk to me for a bit, don't look outside. There are so many people coming and going, what's there to see?" He didn't want to sit there for an hour.

"Didn't your Princess Hanxiang come with you?"

"Xiao Rou, how do you know everything? And so quickly?" Xiao Tianci was startled.

"Of course I know. What's the big deal?"

"Xiao Rou, what are you hiding from me?" Xiao Tianci went over and put his arm around her slender waist.

"I'm not hiding anything from you. Even if I were, it would be normal, I'm not your subordinate." Yue Xiaorou wasn't afraid of him being overwhelmed.

"Alright, stop looking outside. Can't you turn around and look at me?" Yue Xiaorou kept staring at that mirror-like thing.

"It's not like I haven't seen you before, I've seen enough, what's there to see?"

"You~~~~~~"

"I...I...what did I do?"

"If you dare turn around, I'll~~~~~"

"What will you do?" Yue Xiaorou turned her head and realized she had fallen for his trap.

Xiao Tianci didn't say anything, but his actions told her what he was going to do. He kissed her cherry lips, pulling her into his arms.

"No, someone will see." Xiao Tianci released her lips, but instead carried her to the bed, one hand beginning to undress her.

"How could anyone be here?" Xiao Tianci didn't believe it, and silenced her with a kiss, the two rolling onto the bed together...

***

"Ah..." Yue Fanghua was shocked. Entering, she saw the two of them naked, kissing and rolling around on the bed. Yue Xiaorou, embarrassed, quickly hid under the covers. Xiao Tianci was also embarrassed, not expecting anyone to actually come in.

"Miss Rou, the information you requested has arrived. It's all here, please take your time reading." Yue Fanghua placed a small paper tube on the dressing table beside the bed and quickly retreated, her face burning.

"Ouch." Yue Xiaorou bit Xiao Tianci hard.

"You know pain now? I told you not to do anything reckless, now I've lost all face." Yue Xiaorou seemed still not satisfied after biting him, pinching him again.

"I thought you were lying to me." Xiao Tianci pleaded softly.

Yue Xiaorou took the crumpled paper, her expression growing serious as she looked at it.

"What does it say?" Xiao Tianci took it but couldn't understand a word.

"It's a code; you can't understand it," Yue Xiaorou said softly.

"Then what does it say? Did something happen to Sister Yuya?" Xiao Tianci asked anxiously.

"Don't worry, she's fine," Yue Xiaorou said with unusual gentleness. "If something happened to me one day, would you be just as worried?"

"Xiaorou, what nonsense are you talking about? What could possibly happen to you?" Although Xiao Tianci was worried about Xiao Yuya, he also cared about Yue Xiaorou's feelings.

"I was just asking if you were nervous."

"Of course I am. You're the one I love too. How could I not be nervous if something happened to you? Don't overthink it, just tell me what's up there." Women are often unreasonable when they're jealous, and Xiao Tianci is much smarter than before.

"Do you know who Xiao Yuya is with now? That person is Zhu Zheng, the current Crown Prince. That so-called merchant caravan is just a cover; Zhu Zheng is actually on a private trip." Yue Xiaorou's words stunned Xiao Tianci.

"You mean Sister Yuya is in the palace now?"

"They returned to the capital yesterday. Xiao Yuya should be in the palace now, but we still can't be sure if she's there willingly or being held hostage."

"She's definitely being held hostage. Sister Yuya isn't that kind of person." Xiao Tianci quickly defended her.

"I hope so." Although Yue Xiaorou was jealous of Xiao Yuya, she still didn't want her lover to be heartbroken. "

Xiaorou, I'm going to the capital. Even if it's the palace, I'll go and rescue Sister Yuya." Xiao Tianci hugged Yue Xiaorou and said firmly.

"I know I can't stop you from going. But you must be careful. The White Alliance will cause you trouble, and the Imperial Palace is full of experts. Although your martial arts are very high now, you still have many enemies. First of all, you must protect yourself. I will do my best to help you." Yue Xiaorou leaned against him and gently advised.

*8*

"What, the Imperial Palace?" Lan Tianfeng exclaimed exaggeratedly. Hanxiang and Anling actually seemed to have a good relationship now. He wondered if Hanxiang was too charming or if Anling had taken the wrong medicine.

"That's right. It's the Imperial Palace. I already have accurate information about Sister Yuya. She should be in the Imperial Palace now. I must rescue her." Xiao Tianci's tone left no room for doubt. "

The Imperial Palace is not a place you can just walk into. It is said that Sikong Benyue, who is known as the number one thief in the martial arts world, went there but did not get any advantage. Brother Xiao, you should think carefully." Lan Tianfeng wanted to persuade him to change his mind.

"I have decided. I will set off for the capital tomorrow."

"No matter where you go, young master, I will follow you." Qian'er spoke up.

“People say a woman follows her husband wherever he goes, so I have no choice but to go with you,” An Ling chimed in.

“I can’t just watch you go to your death, so I’ll go with you too,” Han Xiang said, grasping his hand.

“You haven’t given me your wine yet, I want to come too,” Gu Feng insisted, still clinging to the topic of wine.

“Sigh, since you’re all going, I have no choice but to go with you,” Lan Tianfeng said helplessly.

Xiao Tianci looked at them, his heart filled with excitement. After all, one can meet many people in a lifetime, but few are those with whom one can go through life and death.

***

“Han Xiang, can I call you Xiang’er?” That night, Xiao Tianci murmured as he kissed Han Xiang.

“Call me whatever you want. Honestly, we’re going to the capital tomorrow, and you’re still clinging to me like this.” Han Xiang was so aroused by him that she didn’t care what he called her anymore.

"Xiang'er, do you know how beautiful you are? It's my blessing to have you. Offending the righteous martial arts world for you is nothing." Xiao Tianci's actions gradually became more passionate. The two were entwined all night, only falling asleep at dawn. However, they were soon woken up by Qian'er, as they were preparing to go to the capital.

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On the official road outside Luoyang, a carriage sped forward, carrying Xiao Tianci and his entourage. The rising sun shone with rays of light, seemingly foreshadowing a bright future. However, would it really be so? ……………………

Chapter Twenty-One: Enemies Meet on a Narrow Road

"Sister Hanxiang, do you think the capital is fun?" An Ling wondered how to have fun.

"The capital is certainly more lively than here. But I don't know if it's fun. I've only been there once." Hanxiang was half asleep, leaning against Xiao Tianci, while An Ling leaned against him on the other side. Gu Feng and Lan Tianfeng were driving outside. They didn't want to be outside, but they couldn't stand An Ling's murderous gaze.

"I think it will be a lot of fun. Hehe, I've always stayed at home and never traveled far before. This time I can finally go to such a faraway place to play." It seemed that her main purpose was not to be with Xiao Tianci, but to go out and play with him.

"You'll know when we get there." Hanxiang hadn't slept all night and was now a little tired.

"Ling'er, don't bother Xiang'er, she wants to sleep." Xiao Tianci was afraid that she would keep asking questions.

"It's all your fault." Anling remembered something, her face turned red, and she didn't say anything more.

The carriage suddenly stopped.

"Brother Lan, why did you stop?" Anling lifted the curtain and asked Lan Tianfeng, but found a group of people blocking the road.

"What a small world. These guys have been haunting us for two years." Lan Tianfeng sighed.

"Brother Lan, who are they? Do they have a grudge against you?" Anling wasn't stupid; it seemed that someone had come to cause trouble.

"Lan Tianfeng, you're getting more and more useless. When did you become a coachman?" someone mocked.

"Lu Gang, you're not necessarily more capable than me. Even though I'm just a coachman, I'm still a person, better than some people who are dogs." Lan Tianfeng never lost a verbal battle.

"Lan Tianfeng, don't be too smug. You're now a target of everyone in the martial arts world. Your friend Xiao Tianci is colluding with the Demonic Sect, and you actually dared to get involved with him. Today is your death day." News in the martial arts world really spreads fast; everyone knew about it in just one day.

"Old man Lu, I felt sorry for you, so I haven't killed you yet, allowing you to live until now. You've been clinging to me for two years without knowing your own mortality. Does that old bastard Yan Tiefeng dislike you and want you to come and die?" Xiao Tianci realized who these people were in the carriage. The group from Lou Wai Lou that he had met two years ago were still chasing Lan Tianfeng. It seemed that the rumors about Lou Wai Lou being terrifying in the martial arts world were not unfounded. Once they selected a target, they could relentlessly pursue it. Even if you had high martial arts skills, you might still miss, and even if you didn't miss, you would still be driven crazy by them.

"Lan Tianfeng, let's see where you run to today." Lü Gang was a hall master of Lou Wai Lou, but he had been pursuing Lan Tianfeng for two years without success, and Yan Tiefeng was already very dissatisfied with him. This time, upon hearing that Lan Tianfeng had gotten into trouble, he certainly didn't want to let him go.

"Do I need to run with just a few of you?" Lan Tianfeng sneered at him.

"I wonder if Brother Lan would be satisfied if we were included?" Four more people appeared, two men and two women.

"Ling Xiaofang, you're shameless." An Ling exclaimed, recognizing one of them as Ling Xiaofang.

"I'm shameless, but you're not much better than me. You're already living happily ever after with a man before you're even married." Ling Xiaofang's sarcastic words were full of jealousy.

"May I ask how this gentleman is called?" Lan Tianfeng turned to another man, dressed in a blue scholar's robe, tall and straight, exuding an aloofness and an indescribable aura. Based on Lan Tianfeng's experience, this man was definitely a master, no less skilled than himself.

"Kunlun Ye Qiuhan." The voice was concise and cold.

"Ye Qiuhan, the leader of Kunlun Sect?" Lan Tianfeng was startled.

"That's right." Ye Qiuhan was still as cold as ever.

"May I ask what brings you here, Brother Ye? I don't recall ever offending Kunlun before." Lan Tianfeng didn't want to provoke this powerful enemy, and he also had a favorable impression of Ye Qiuhan.

"You and I have no grudge, but... the people in your car do." Are they looking for trouble with Xiao Tianci?

"My young master rarely travels the martial world. I wonder when he had a conflict with Sect Leader Ye?" Qian'er and An Ling jumped off the carriage.

"He's looking for me." Han Xiang finally woke up and got off the carriage with Xiao Tianci. Her languid and delicate appearance after sleeping made the group of men stare blankly, but Ye Qiuhan was an exception, still cold and emotionless.

"Actually, I know about your affairs, but I never interfere in the affairs of the Demonic Sect. So it has nothing to do with me. But if you want to involve me, I don't care. If you want to fight, then fight." Han Xiang wouldn't lower herself.

"In my eyes, everyone in the Demonic Sect deserves to die." Ye Qiuhan said coldly, slowly drawing the long sword from his back.

***

"I like it, is it any of your business?" An Ling was still arguing with Ling Xiaofang, revealing her fiery nature.

"An Ling, you'd better get out of my way, or don't blame me for being impolite." Ling Xiaofang's face was ashen.

"Ling Xiaofang, your opponent is me." Gu Feng, who hadn't spoken until now, stepped in front of Ling Xiaofang.

"Alright, let's see who truly deserves the top spot on the Green Ranking." Ling Xiaofang stopped talking and launched his attack. Although Ling Xiaofang was arrogant, he certainly had the right to be; his martial arts were indeed formidable. Years ago, after his disappointment at Anling, Ling Xiaofang unintentionally obtained the Xuanwu True Scripture. However, it was merely an internal energy cultivation method, while his swordsmanship came from the "Wanderer's Swordplay" left behind by someone who called himself a wanderer. That swordplay was entirely the voice of a wanderer far from home, and given that Ling Xiaofang's state of mind at the time was similar to that of the wanderer, Ling Xiaofang's swordsmanship reached its peak.

"A mother's thread in her hand, a wanderer's clothes on his back." Ling Xiaofang's swordplay appeared slow.

"Chasing the wind without a shadow." Gu Feng's swordplay emphasized speed.

One fast, one slow, the two fought evenly.

Meanwhile, the people from Louwailou surrounded Lan Tianfeng; their target was only him. Qian'er was fighting with Crystal. The young mistress of Crystal Palace was quite skilled; she had originally intended to find An Ling, but An Ling, though sharp-tongued, wasn't very good at martial arts, so Qian'er stopped her. Another girl, whose identity was unknown, seemed indifferent to everyone except Crystal, her eyes constantly darting towards her. Xiao Tianci was also watching from the sidelines, ready to help anyone in danger.

"Ling'er, come to my side." Xiao Tianci's expression changed; he sensed many experts approaching.

"Xiao Lang, do you think Sister Hanxiang will win?" An Ling obediently leaned against him.

"Don't worry, Xiang'er won't lose." Xiao Tianci was uneasy; he didn't know if these people were friend or foe.

The newcomers finally appeared, and Xiao Tianci inwardly groaned; he didn't recognize a single one of them.

There were five people in total, the one in the middle being a young man in his early twenties, elegant and with an imposing presence.

Flanking them were four burly men in their thirties, each exceptionally handsome and skilled in internal martial arts. It was obvious to any observer that they were masters of internal martial arts, but they seemed unfamiliar with either side, having made no move, merely observing the fighting.

"Could you all please grant me the honor of stopping?" a clear voice spoke from the young man. Everyone stopped. Whether it was out of courtesy was unknown, but everyone understood: the newcomer was highly skilled, but friend or foe was unclear; it was best to ascertain the situation first. "My name is

Ling Xiaofang. May I ask your name, brother?" Ling Xiaofang clasped his hands in a respectful greeting.

"So this is Brother Ling, the young master of Tianya Haijiao. I have long admired your name. My apologies for my rudeness. My name is Situ Yingwu. Brother Feng greets Young Master Ling."

"Situ Feng (Yun, Lei, Dian) greets Young Master Ling."

Situ Yingwu, a scion of the Situ family, commanded the formidable Wind, Cloud, Thunder, and Lightning Four Guards, renowned throughout the martial world.

"I wonder how Brother Ling got into a conflict with these people?"

"Young Master Situ, you may not know, but that woman is the demoness Hanxiang from the Demonic Sect, and these are her henchmen." Ling Xiaofang thought that as long as Situ Yingwu was willing to help, he wouldn't have to worry about these people surviving.

"Princess Hanxiang? As expected, she lives up to her reputation. And this must be Brother Xiao Tianci. Brother Xiao, you are truly blessed with good fortune." Situ Yingwu glanced at Hanxiang, then turned to Xiao Tianci beside her.

"Thank you for your kind words, Young Master Situ." Xiao Tianci didn't know what this guy was up to, and he still hadn't figured out who Situ Yingwu was helping.

"Actually, I think Brother Xiao offending the White Alliance for Princess Hanxiang is just because he's worried about his sweetheart, there's nothing wrong with that. I think Brother Ling would also offend anyone for the girl beside you, don't you think so?"

"Yes, of course." Ling Xiaofang forced a smile and agreed, cursing Situ Yingwu inwardly. He couldn't say no, but saying yes would be tantamount to admitting the previous statement.

“Since Brother Ling also thinks it’s right, then there’s no need for us to continue fighting. How about I do you a favor and treat everyone to drinks?”

“Young Master Situ, you’re too kind. We have other matters to attend to, so we won’t disturb you any longer.” Ling Xiaofang was furious and had no desire to drink with him.

Seeing this, Lü Gang knew he wouldn’t gain anything today, so he had no choice but to leave with his men. Ye Qiuhan glanced at Hanxiang, wanting to say something, but ultimately said nothing and left, though it seemed he wasn’t going in the same direction as Ling Xiaofang and the others.

“Thank you for your help, Young Master Situ.” After all, they had helped him, so Xiao Tianci was quite polite.

“Brother Xiao, you don’t need to be so polite. Actually, without our help, they wouldn’t be a match for you, would they? I can see very clearly that Brother Xiao hasn’t made a move yet.” Situ Yingwu smiled slightly.

“Where do you gentlemen intend to go?” Xiao Tianci changed the subject.

"We have business to attend to at White Horse Manor. Where is Brother Xiao?"

"We have some business to attend to in the capital."

"Then we won't disturb Brother Xiao's journey any longer. I'll take my leave now." Situ Yingwu and his four subordinates headed back the way Xiao Tianci and his group had come.

"Why would they help us?" Xiao Tianci watched them gradually disappear into the distance, completely puzzled.

"I think that Young Master Situ has taken a liking to Sister Hanxiang. Didn't you see him glance at her as he left?" An Ling said from the side.

"Really? Then I've gained another rival in love?" Xiao Tianci joked.

"Let's not worry about that for now. Our journey is more important. Anyway, we haven't suffered any losses. Whatever his motives are, we'll deal with them as they come." Lan Tianfeng said.

"Actually, the most troublesome one isn't them, but that Ye Qiuhan. He won't give up so easily." Hanxiang spoke up.

"By the way, Xiang'er. What grudge does he have against you?"

"Actually, it's not against me, it's against the Demonic Sect. Three years ago, his wife was violated and committed suicide in despair. The person who violated her was Yun Qi of the Demonic Sect. These past few years, Yun Qi hasn't dared to cause trouble in the martial world because he's being hunted down by Ye Qiuhan." Xiang sighed. "His wife didn't know martial arts; she was just an ordinary woman. They had a very good relationship, but in the end… sigh."

"Ye Qiuhan became the Kunlun Sect Leader at such a young age, so his martial arts are naturally extraordinary. Moreover, Kunlun has many disciples. If Ye Qiuhan hadn't said he would personally take revenge, it would probably be even more troublesome. In the past few years, dozens of Demonic Sect disciples have died at his hands." Xiang finally revealed the whole story.

"That Yun Qi is a real scoundrel. Next time we see him, we definitely won't let him go. But that kid is very cunning." Lan Tianfeng had met Yun Qi before.

"Let's go, or we won't find a place to stay today."

****

"Young Master, why should we help Xiao Tianci and his group? Isn't it worth offending Tianya Haijiao, Louwailou, Crystal Palace, and Ye Qiuhan of Kunlun for them?"

"We're just helping out incidentally. Those people can't handle Xiao Tianci. In short, Xiao Tianci isn't as simple as he seems. If we have Xiao Tianci's help, coupled with my, Situ Yingwu's, wisdom, our Situ family will be unparalleled in the martial arts world." Situ Yingwu said calmly.

"Young Master, aren't you overestimating him? Even if Xiao Tianci's martial arts are high, he can't be that powerful, can he?"

"There are some things that few in the martial arts world know, but I do. The power behind Xiao Tianci is beyond your imagination. Just remember, never antagonize Xiao Tianci. Help him when appropriate, and we'll naturally benefit immensely in the future."

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The road to the capital was not smooth. Situ Yingwu seemed to know Xiao Tianci's secret, but how did he know?

Chapter Twenty-Two: A Series of Unexpected Changes

"It's only the first day and someone's already causing us trouble. If this keeps up, won't people be causing us trouble every day? How are we supposed to get to the capital then?" Lan Tianfeng complained.

"Who told you to offend so many people?" An Ling said irritably.

"You need to understand, An Xiaomei. It's not me who offends so many people, it's your Xiao Lang. I only offended Lou Wai Lou, but he's offended the entire martial arts world!" Lan Tianfeng retorted.

"Stop arguing. There's an inn ahead. It's getting late, let's stay there." These things were all arranged by Qian'er.

"A pair of adulterers." Xiao Tianci was enjoying An Ling's tenderness when a cold voice rang in his ears.

"Who is it?" Xiao Tianci was furious. Who dared to ruin his plans? He hurriedly dressed and jumped out of the window, seeing a white figure not far ahead. He gave chase, but the white-clad figure didn't stop, continuing to walk out of the inn. The white-clad figure possessed exceptional lightness skills; Xiao Tianci chased for a long time but only managed to close the distance by about ten feet. Driven by a surge of competitive spirit, he channeled all his inner strength, his speed suddenly increasing dramatically as he gave chase. The white-clad figure seemed momentarily stunned by his speed, but dared not show weakness and also increased his speed, indicating he hadn't used his full strength earlier.

"Who exactly are you? What is your purpose in luring me here?" The figure stopped when Xiao Tianci was about to catch up. Xiao Tianci vaguely sensed something was amiss; the other party seemed to have only lured him out, otherwise why hadn't they used their full strength at the beginning?

"Isn't it too late for you to realize this now?" The white-clad figure chuckled lightly.

"You, I'll settle accounts with you later." Saying this, he tried to return to the inn.

"Do you think it's too late for you to go back now?"

"Then I'll capture you first." Xiao Tianci's anger flared; he wondered if An Ling and the others were alright.

"That depends on whether you have the ability." The woman in white turned around, revealing a slender figure—a woman. However, her face was covered by a light veil, obscuring her features.

Xiao Tianci didn't speak again, taking the Xuanji Step and launching an attack.

The two exchanged blows, and Xiao Tianci grew increasingly anxious. The woman in white possessed extraordinary martial arts skills; at this rate, he didn't know when he would be able to subdue her. Gritting his teeth, he suddenly raised the Free and Unfettered Heart Sutra to the twelfth level, his right hand twirling the longsword, unleashing the Free and Unfettered Seven Swords, a technique he had never used before, while his left hand simultaneously struck out with the Free and Unfettered Palm Technique. The Free and Unfettered Seven Swords was a sword technique created by Nangong Xiaoyu, combining the moves of almost all the famous sword masters. Initially, it had thirty-six swords, but it was later simplified to seven, possessing immense power. Nangong Xiaoyu had told him not to use it unless absolutely necessary. While the Free and Unfettered Palm Technique couldn't compare to the Free and Unfettered Seven Swords, its power was still extraordinary. Xiao Tianci had never used it before, but today, worried about An Ling and the others' safety, he couldn't afford to.

"Thump!" The woman in white was struck by a palm strike, her veil being ripped off. It was only because Xiao Tianci had a moment of weakness—the other woman was a woman—that he couldn't bring himself to kill her; otherwise, it wouldn't have been the veil that was torn off , but her head

. "We all underestimated your martial arts." The woman in white was pale, yet possessed a stunning beauty.

"It's you?" Xiao Tianci recognized her as the girl who had been with Crystal during the day. She was so beautiful that even Crystal couldn't overshadow her, so he had taken a few more glances and remembered her face.

"What did you do to An Ling?" Since Ling Xiaofang was with her, Xiao Tianci was naturally worried they might harm An Ling.

"I won't tell you." The woman in white clutched her chest, a look of pain on her face; she seemed seriously injured.

"That's not up to you." Xiao Tianci went over, pressed her pressure points, picked her up, and rushed towards the inn.

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An Ling pouted, unhappy that Xiao Tianci had abandoned her and run away. Suddenly, someone flew in through the window. Thinking it was Xiao Tianci returning, she was about to pounce when she realized it wasn't her lover. The next moment, she found herself unable to move.

"What are you doing?" The person turned around; it was Crystal, dressed in black.

"I just want to see why Brother Ling likes you so much." She lifted An Ling and leaped out the window.

"As the young master of Crystal Palace, doing such a thing, aren't you afraid of disgracing Crystal Palace?" Crystal tried to leave with An Ling, but was blocked by Qian'er.

"Whether it's disgraceful or not is none of your concern. But I just want you to know that if you don't want An Ling to die like this, don't stop me." She placed a sword against An Ling's neck. Lan Tianfeng, Han Xiang, and the others were also alarmed, but were powerless to help; none of them were confident they could rescue her under these circumstances.

"What did you do to Xiao Lang?" An Ling was still worried about Xiao Tianci at this moment.

"Him? My senior sister will definitely treat him well. You should worry about yourself. Everyone, make way, I have to go first. If you don't want her to die, you'd better not follow." Crystal walked out of the encirclement, and the others had no choice but to let her go.

"If anything happens to Ling-mei, I guarantee I'll make your Crystal Palace disappear from the martial arts world," Han Xiang said coldly.

"Is that so? I didn't originally intend to kill her, but now that you mention it, I'm tempted to try. If she dies later, remember that you killed her." Crystal seemed unmoved and continued walking forward, disappearing from everyone's sight in a short while.

"Qian'er, you go find Xiao Lang, I'll go follow Crystal." Han Xiang finished speaking and chased after the direction Crystal had disappeared in. "Young Master, are you alright?"

Qian'er

and the others were about to go find Xiao Tianci when they saw him return, carrying someone in his arms. "Young Master, who is she?"

"Don't ask who she is yet. I'm asking you, where's Ling'er? Is she alright?" Xiao Tianci asked hurriedly.

"Sister Ling was captured by Crystal. Sister Hanxiang has already gone after her. We were worried something might have happened to you, so we were just about to go find you," Qian'er said, her head bowed.

"Well? I told you too late, didn't I?" The woman in white looked gloating.

"What are you so happy about? Let me tell you, if Ling'er doesn't come back, don't expect me to let you off the hook," Xiao Tianci said fiercely, but the woman in white didn't seem to care.

At dawn, Hanxiang returned, but alone.

"I chased them for dozens of miles without seeing them. I don't know if I went in the wrong direction. Xiao Lang, I'm sorry, I'm useless," Hanxiang seemed a little guilty.

"Xiang'er, how can this be your fault? I fell into their trap by accident. You must be tired after chasing them all night, go and rest." Xiao Tianci forced himself to hide his anxiety.

Crystal

jumped down from a large tree, watching Hanxiang's departing figure. "I knew you'd pull this stunt. You think you can win me over so easily?" She turned around and looked up, only to be horrified, as if she'd seen a ghost. Anling had just been there, but now she'd vanished into thin air, as if she'd evaporated into thin air. How could she not be shocked?

"Uncle Feng, what brings you here?" Anling was pleading with a middle-aged man.

"Not only me, but your Aunt Yu is here too."

"Ah, what are you doing here? You're not here to see me, are you?" Anling sensed something was wrong.

"We came specifically to see you. Your father ordered us to take you back, and we happened to see you being captured by that little vixen, so we secretly followed her and rescued you when she wasn't looking." A beautiful middle-aged woman stepped forward. She continued,

"Then why didn't you teach her a lesson?" Anling was a little dissatisfied.

"We just want to take you back; we don't want any more trouble. Second Miss, let's go now."

"Go? You don't want me to leave right now, do you?" Anling was shocked.

"Of course, I'll leave now."

"No, I need to go back to the inn to say goodbye to Xiao Lang and the others."

"Second Miss, Master said we must bring you back no matter what. He's very unhappy that you so hastily got together with that young man. If it weren't for Eldest Miss pleading for you, he probably wouldn't have forgiven you so easily. Fortunately, he said that as long as you go back, it's fine. So, Miss, please don't go back to the inn." The middle-aged man's words stunned An Ling. "

Uncle Feng, are you saying Father doesn't approve of me being with Xiao Lang?"

"That's exactly what Master means, Second Miss. Please listen to us and go back now."

"Uncle Feng, no, I need to go see him. I don't even know if he's alright. Uncle Feng, please help me, let me go see him, okay?" An Ling pleaded.

"Second Miss, we dare not disobey Master's wishes."

"Aunt Yu, you love me the most. Please help me."

"Second Miss, Master is really angry this time, so we can't help you either," the middle-aged woman said helplessly.

"But my father won't know if you don't tell him."

"I'm sorry, Second Miss. We can't lie to Master."

"No. I must go. Father's objection is useless. I'm already his woman, and I won't marry anyone else but him." An Ling cried out.

The two women smiled bitterly upon hearing An Ling's words. It had already come to this. They exchanged a glance, then suddenly struck, pressing An Ling's pressure point to induce sleep. An Ling collapsed into the arms of the middle-aged beauty.

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Crystal, unable to find An Ling, had no choice but to give up. She went to the place where she had agreed to meet her senior sister but waited in vain. She couldn't help but worry. Had something happened to her senior sister? But that's impossible. Her senior sister's martial arts are so high, she shouldn't be in any trouble, right? She comforted herself. In the end, she still didn't see her, so she had to go back to Ling Xiaofang's place to see if her senior sister had already returned.

Xiao Tianci and the others waited all day but didn't see An Ling return. Xiao Tianci, worried, vented his anger on the woman in white.

"Tell me right now, where are Ling Xiaofang and Crystal?"

The woman in white ignored him; her injuries seemed to be getting worse, and she didn't even have the strength to speak.

"You won't tell me, huh? I'll find a way to make you talk." Xiao Tianci was furious. "Qian'er, Xiang'er, you two get out." Xiao Tianci chased everyone out of the room, his intentions unclear.

Hanxiang glanced at him, wanting to say something, but held back. Qian'er also silently left the room; it was the first time she had ever seen Xiao Tianci so angry.

Xiao Tianci closed the doors and windows and returned to the woman in white, staring intently at her.

"What do you want?" She felt uneasy under his gaze and finally asked.

"You can talk? I thought you suddenly became mute! What do I want? Tell me what I want." Xiao Tianci's eyes were a little strange. Xiao Tianci was furious. While Xiao Yuya's kidnapping last time had also upset him, she wasn't with him then. Now, An Ling was being kidnapped right in her room; the feeling was completely different.

"If you don't tell me where the crystal is, don't blame me for being impolite." "

I won't tell you. I'm going to die anyway, what can you do to me?" The woman in white was equally stubborn.

"Want to die? Not so easy." With that, he ripped half of her clothes, revealing her fair skin.

"You, what are you going to do?"

"You're scared now, aren't you? I don't know what I'm going to do yet. It depends on whether you tell me or not."

"You beast, I'm not telling you."

"You really won't tell?" Another tear, and another piece was ripped, exposing her entire upper body except for her undergarments.

"I won't tell." The woman in white was terrified, but she seemed determined.

"You won't tell me, huh?" Xiao Tianci was nearly going mad. He tore off the last of her clothes, pounced on her, and entered her beautiful body. The woman in white was in tears. ...

"What's your name?" Xiao Tianci asked softly after his outburst.

"Xiao Tianci, you're a beast, you're not human." The woman's eyes were empty, tears streaming down her face. "Kill me, just let me die, I'm going to die anyway."

"I won't let you die." Xiao Tianci regretted his actions. "I'll heal your wounds." He rolled over and pinned her down again.

"You beast." The woman in white tried to push him away, but found her body weak and powerless. She tried to bite him, but her lips were already being kissed. Helplessly, she stared at the ceiling. But suddenly, she felt a surge of energy flowing from their point of contact, then back through her lips, circulating endlessly. She felt the wounds in her internal organs rapidly healing.

Xiao Tianci felt drowsy and fell asleep. The woman in white endured the pain in her lower body and sat up. She tried to put on her clothes but found them torn. Remembering his bestial acts, she raised her hand to strike.

"No!" A figure flew in and blocked her way.

"You've been outside the whole time?" the woman in white asked coldly. It was Hanxiang who had entered. Hanxiang nodded.

"So you just watched him do this to me? Aren't you his lover? You allowed him to do this?" The woman in white found it unbelievable.

"I didn't expect him to actually do this to you. I thought he was just trying to scare you. I didn't expect him to really do it in a moment of impulse... I apologize on his behalf." "

Apologize? What's the use of apologizing now?" The woman in white said, on the verge of tears.

"You were in the wrong first. Although he shouldn't have treated you like this, I can't let you kill him. Besides, he was your first man. Can you really bear to do it?" Hanxiang touched a nerve.

"And what if you have a child? You wouldn't want the child to know later that their mother killed their father, would you? He wasn't a real lecher; he just acted on impulse." Hanxiang even brought up the child to persuade her; it was truly amazing that she thought of such a thing.

"Does an impulsive act cover up his shameful deeds? Can I kill him on impulse then?" The woman in white was about to strike again.

"No, sister, I'm begging you, please don't kill him. If he dies, many people won't be able to live." Hanxiang had no choice but to plead.

"What's so good about him that makes you all so desperate for him?"

"I don't know what's so good about him, I only know I can't live without him, sister, please let him go." Seeing that she was wavering, Hanxiang quickly continued to beg her.

In the end, the woman in white didn't kill Xiao Tianci, but whether it was because of Hanxiang's pleas or her own reluctance, Xiao Tianci was still fast asleep, oblivious to his impending doom, completely unaware that he had just returned from the brink of death.

"I won't kill him for now, but if I find out he's done anything bad later, I won't let him off the hook." Before leaving, the woman in white put on Xiao Tianci's clothes and left Hanxiang with these words.

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of the woman in white, Hanxiang and Qian'er hadn't spoken to Xiao Tianci for several days. Xiao Tianci had done something wrong, but still hadn't found out anything about Anling. Hanxiang and the others were ignoring him, and he had to go to the capital. He had to put Anling's matter aside for now. At this moment, he desperately wished someone could help him find out more information. Unfortunately, Yue Xiaorou wasn't there, and he hadn't seen anyone else from Mingyue Palace. Dejected, he continued towards the capital, his mind heavy with worries…

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