Wandering the Martial World [Complete] - 17

Volume 5, Chapter 82: Peerless Beauty.

Yan Wuxin ignored Xiao Tianci and began walking lightly towards the valley exit. However, her steps were slightly unsteady, indicating that her injuries were indeed serious. This was understandable; having been injured by two masters, Ye Bingying and Su Poyun, it was quite remarkable that she could still walk.

"Hey, where are you going?" Xiao Tianci didn't know how to address her. He couldn't bring himself to call her Fairy Yan or Senior Yan.

"I'm going back to see how they are." Yan Wuxin didn't turn back and continued walking.

"At this rate, I think you'll die halfway there." Xiao Tianci chased after her and stopped her.

"Don't worry, I'm not that easy to kill. Besides, I don't need your help with my life or death. You're not much better than those people from the Demonic Sect." Yan Wuxin was still angry about Xiao Tianci's earlier disrespect.

"Your death has nothing to do with me, but you're Yao'er's master. If Yao'er finds out I didn't save her, she definitely won't talk to me anymore." Xiao Tianci found a good reason for himself. "Also, you haven't told me where Yao'er is yet."

"If you take me to where we were just now, I'll tell you where Yao'er is." Yan Wuxin knew it would be difficult for her to get to the place where the White Alliance and the Demonic Sect had fought, so she had no choice but to rely on Xiao Tianci.

"Alright, you have to keep your word." Xiao Tianci said, casually picking Yan Wuxin up and flying away. His battle with Su Poyun hadn't actually taken a heavy toll, but mainly because he lacked practical combat experience and had clashed head-on with Su Poyun, his true energy had been significantly depleted. However, since he had already broken through the barrier between life and death, his power recovered quickly, so he was already about 70-80% recovered.

Yan Wuxin didn't say anything more. She already understood that this man was a bit of a rogue, and besides, he probably wouldn't be able to take her there without her being carried. This time, Xiao Tianci was much more obedient and didn't dare to touch Yan Wuxin again.

The journey took another half hour, and when they arrived at their destination, they were dumbfounded. The place was empty. Although the signs of a struggle were clearly visible, apart from some faint traces of blood, there was nothing else.

"Are they all dead? Impossible," Xiao Tianci muttered, setting Yan Wuxin down but still supporting her.

"I've never seen anyone as stupid as you," Yan Wuxin said sarcastically. "If everyone were dead, wouldn't there be corpses left here?" Yan Wuxin was very dissatisfied with Xiao Tianci, and for the first time, she actually wanted to argue with someone.

"Well, I just think it's better if they're all dead," Xiao Tianci smiled awkwardly, but he revealed his true thoughts.

"I think it would be best if you were dead," Yan Wuxin said angrily, though she looked more like a little girl arguing with someone.

"I'm not that easy to kill," Xiao Tianci muttered under his breath, but didn't say it aloud because Yan Wuxin's expression was off, as if she was about to explode.

"So what are you going to do now?" Xiao Tianci asked, seeing that Yan Wuxin hadn't spoken for a long time.

Yan Wuxin didn't speak, feeling more helpless than ever before. From her wandering the martial world to her retirement and then her reappearance, nearly 20 years had passed, but

she had never been so disheveled. "Your injuries are serious. Why don't you come with me first? Xiaoyu is still waiting for me; she should be able to heal your injuries," Xiao Tianci said tentatively, seeing that Yan Wuxin's injuries seemed severe but she showed no intention of seeking treatment.

"I know my own injuries; you don't need to worry about me. There's nothing for you to do now; you can leave," Yan Wuxin said calmly.

"Tell me first, where is Yao'er now?" Xiao Tianci asked helplessly.

"She's currently in seclusion at Tianxin Pavilion, reflecting on her mistakes. Don't even think about seeing her now," Yan Wuxin said coldly, though she didn't voice her own thought: she wouldn't let Qiu Shuiyao see Xiao Tianci.

"Why is she reflecting? Did you force her?" Xiao Tianci was heartbroken to hear that Qiu Shuiyao was imprisoned.

"This is an internal matter of Tianxin Pavilion, none of your business," Yan Wuxin said coldly.

"Your Tianxin Pavilion's affairs are none of my business, but Yao'er's affairs are." Xiao Tianci was slightly angry.

Yan Wuxin ignored Xiao Tianci and slowly walked forward.

"What are you doing?" Yan Wuxin shouted angrily, as Xiao Tianci had picked her up.

"I'm taking you to Xiaoyu first. I don't want you to die like this; Yao'er will blame me then." Xiao Tianci felt a pang of pity seeing Yan Wuxin's weak state, so he carried her quickly forward.

It's quite a coincidence that Xiao Tianci and his disciple Yan Wuxin were both injured and saved by him. Xiao Tianci probably hadn't saved many people, but he happened to save these two. Today, Xiao Tianci and the women had already found an inn to stay at when he suddenly remembered Nangong Xiaoyu's suspicion that Qiu Shuiyao might be in trouble. So he returned to find out more, only to see Yan Wuxin in critical condition, and he rescued her on the spur of the moment. However, Yan Wuxin possessed too many similarities to Qiu Shuiyao, and coupled with her youthful appearance, she attracted Xiao Tianci, leading him to take advantage of her. This gave Yan Wuxin a bad impression of Xiao Tianci.

"Xiao Tianci, what despicable means did you use to deceive Yao'er?" Yan Wuxin began to believe that Xiao Tianci was a lecher.

Xiao Tianci ignored Yan Wuxin, instead holding her fragrant body tightly, and rushed towards their lodging without stopping.

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Inside the inn, the women were worried about Xiao Tianci.

"I hope Xiao Lang isn't in trouble. I told him I was going with him, but he insisted I stay here," Ye Bingying said angrily.

"Don't worry, he'll be fine," Nangong Xiaoyu said, unsure whether she was comforting others or herself.

"Sister Ying, you really don't trust me?" Xiao Tianci's cheerful voice drifted in, and Ye Bingying rushed over upon hearing it.

"You, why did you bring her here?" Ye Bingying was astonished to see Yan Wuxin in Xiao Tianci's arms, and jealousy flashed across her face.

"She's dying. I can't just stand by and watch her die, or Yao'er will kill me," Xiao Tianci said innocently, turning to Nangong Xiaoyu. "Xiaoyu, check her injuries first." He then put her down. Yan Wuxin hadn't actually been acupunctured this time, but her injuries had already flared up, leaving her too weak to speak, let alone resist.

"Tell me honestly, what's going on between you and Yan Wuxin?" Nangong Xiaoyu took Yan Wuxin to the inner room for examination, while Xiao Tianci was escorted to another room by Ye Bingying, with Dongfang Xuanji following behind. It seemed the two of them were about to interrogate Xiao Tianci again.

"Sister Ying, I went to ask her about Yao'er and rescued her while I was at it." Xiao Tianci appeared very honest and told her the whole story. However, he knew what he should and shouldn't say, and of course, he wouldn't mention the things he had done to Yan Wuxin that he couldn't talk about.

"Really? Xiao Lang, you're not lying to me, are you?" Ye Bingying looked at Xiao Tianci with disbelief and a threatening gaze.

"Sister Ying, why would I lie to you? I would never lie to you." Xiao Tianci quickly defended himself, but seemed to have forgotten that Dongfang Xuanji was also there. Now he was in trouble again.

"Xiao Lang, do you mean you're going to lie to me?" Dongfang Xuanji moved closer to Xiao Tianci, her tone indifferent, her tone ambiguous, making Xiao Tianci groan in exasperation. He had momentarily forgotten that Dongfang Xuanji, this troublesome person, was beside him.

"Sister Xuan, you've misunderstood. Of course I wouldn't lie to you." Seeing the situation was getting out of hand, Xiao Tianci quickly softened his tone, pulling Dongfang Xuanji into his arms.

"Hmph, if you dare to lie to me..." Dongfang Xuanji let out a soft snort, making Xiao Tianci's heart skip a beat, but she didn't continue talking about what she would do to him.

"Sister Ying, Sister Xuan, don't worry, I won't lie to you." Xiao Tianci gently embraced their slender waists and said softly.

"You little pervert, what are you trying to do now?" Ye Bingying suddenly blushed. It turned out that Xiao Tianci had secretly slipped his hand into her bra and was doing something naughty inside.

"Sister Ying, Sister Xuan, we haven't been together for so long." Xiao Tianci put on a pitiful look, his movements becoming more intense. Dongfang Xuanji's face was also red. It turned out that Xiao Tianci hadn't let go of Dongfang Xuanji while attacking Ye Bingying.

"You little pervert, trying to be naughty again." Ye Bingying pinched Xiao Tianci, but didn't stop him. Instead, she obediently snuggled closer to him. Dongfang Xuanji remained silent, seemingly acquiescing.

Xiao Tianci was overjoyed. He had already been tempted by Yan Wuxin for a while today and had been holding back for a long time. Now, with the two women's tacit approval, how could he possibly behave? He laid the two women down on the bed, and soon their two exquisitely beautiful, snow-white bodies were presented before him. Their glistening skin and alluring figures exuded a strong allure, and he could no longer suppress his surging desire. He pounced on them.

Although this wasn't the first time the three of them had done this, this time was different. Ye Bingying and Dongfang Xuanji weren't drunk; they were perfectly sober. The three naked bodies intertwined, and Xiao Tianci's low growls and panting breaths were interspersed with the two women's seductive moans, weaving together a beautiful erotic melody.

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“Sister, what do you think Ying-jie and Xuan-jie will do to Xiao Lang? They seem really angry.” Yu Rong asked Yu Fu with a worried look.

“Don’t worry, they treat him like a treasure.” Yu Fu looked amused, but also a little jealous.

“But, I think Xiao Lang might really get scolded by them.” Yue Xiaomin chimed in.

“How about we make a bet? I think Xiao Lang will be fine, maybe even enjoying himself.” Yu Fu said.

“A bet it is, I’ll go see now.” Yu Rong pouted and walked into the room.

“Ah, no way.” Yu Rong couldn’t believe her eyes. For some reason, the door wasn’t closed properly. She pushed it open and found the three of them entangled together. The usually aloof Dongfang Xuanji was writhing and pleasuring herself beneath Xiao Tianci, while the cold and beautiful Ye Bingying was also wrapped around him.

"Little sister, do you want to go with them?" Yu Fu saw it too and quickly pulled Yu Rong out, her face flushed and her heart pounding. Xiao Tianci seemed to be getting more and more outrageous, and she didn't want to get herself involved.

"It's not even dark yet, and they're already like this, it's too much." Yue Xiaomin pouted and said unhappily, but judging from her expression, she was probably jealous.

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"Where's Xiao Lang?" Nangong Xiaoyu came out but didn't see Xiao Tianci, so she asked. She glanced around and found that Ye Bingying and Dongfang Xuanji were also gone, and Yu Fu, Yu Rong, and Yue Xiaomin's faces were all redder than the others. She understood most of it and couldn't help but spit.

"Xiaoyu, do you dare to go in now?" Yu Fu suddenly wanted to tease Nangong Xiaoyu.

"Why wouldn't I dare? What could he do to me?" Nangong Xiaoyu stubbornly refused to admit defeat.

"Really? Then go in and see now. If you can come out, I'll listen to whatever you say from now on. But if you lose, you'll have to help me deal with that lecherous wolf from now on." Yu Fu said with a coquettish smile.

"You said it yourself, don't regret it!" Nangong Xiaoyu walked towards the room without hesitation.

"Sister, I think you're going to lose again." Yu Rong was a little worried for her sister. Yu Fu was also a little uneasy seeing Nangong Xiaoyu go in so confidently.

Sure enough, Nangong Xiaoyu came out in a short while, her face slightly flushed, but her clothes were neat, obviously Xiao Tianci hadn't done anything to her.

"Fu-mei, you still don't understand him. Even if he's incredibly audacious, he wouldn't dare to make a move on another woman when Ying-jie and cousin are both around him." Nangong Xiaoyu smiled and sat down next to Yu Fu, revealing the truth in one sentence. Yu Fu could only sigh inwardly that she was always a little bit inferior to Nangong Xiaoyu.

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"Xiao Lang, Yan Wuxin's injuries are a bit troublesome. Her meridians are severely damaged, it seems difficult to cure her." Late at night, Xiao Tianci was finally driven out of bed by Dongfang Xuanji and Ye Bingying, but the boy immediately went to Nangong Xiaoyu's place.

"She won't die, will she?" Hearing Nangong Xiaoyu's words, Xiao Tianci vaguely felt that Yan Wuxin's injuries must be quite serious, otherwise Nangong Xiaoyu wouldn't have said that.

"With me here, of course she won't die, but her martial arts won't recover for a while." Nangong Xiaoyu sighed. "Tell me honestly, did you do anything to her? She has a very bad impression of you."

"She's already awake?" Xiao Tianci suddenly felt a little uneasy.

"Yes, Xiao Lang, what's wrong?" Nangong Xiaoyu asked, puzzled.

"Xiaoyu, I'm going to go see her." Xiao Tianci hurriedly got up and rushed out.

Volume 5, Chapter 83: Fate is Hard to End .

Yan Wuxin's room was deserted. Xiao Tianci stared blankly at the empty room. Yan Wuxin had left without saying a word.

"Xiaoyu, I'm going out to check. Wait for me to come back." Xiao Tianci felt Nangong Xiaoyu had come to his side and said softly.

"Xiao Lang, be careful. Should I ask my cousin to come with you?" Nangong Xiaoyu nodded obediently.

"No need, don't worry, I'll be back soon. Wait for me." Xiao Tianci hugged her, kissed her hair, released her, and quickly disappeared into the vast night.

Nangong Xiaoyu suddenly felt a sense of foreboding, vaguely sensing that something was wrong, yet nothing seemed amiss.

"Am I worrying too much about him?" Nangong Xiaoyu muttered to herself, sighed softly, and went back to her room.

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Yan Wuxin's injuries were indeed severe, so much so that Nangong Xiaoyu couldn't think of a suitable treatment method for the time being. However, Nangong Xiaoyu was, after all, Nangong Xiaoyu. Although she didn't know how to help her fully recover, she still provided some basic care. Yan Wuxin's strength recovered slightly. After waking up, she learned a little about the situation from Nangong Xiaoyu. However, Nangong Xiaoyu never expected that Xiao Tianci would even take liberties with Yan Wuxin, so she didn't pay much attention to it. Little did she know that as soon as she left, Yan Wuxin secretly departed alone.

Yan Wuxin was walking along the road, aware of her injuries. She estimated that, barring unforeseen circumstances, she could still return to Tianxin Pavilion. Once there, she could focus on healing, and even if she couldn't be cured, she could at least settle her affairs with Qiu Shuiyao. Therefore, her only thought was to return to Tianxin Pavilion.

However, things are rarely as simple as they seem, and Yan Wuxin had been incredibly unlucky these past few days. Now, someone had stopped her again.

"Who are you?" Yan Wuxin looked at the man before her, who appeared to be a completely aged old man, but she vaguely sensed that he was hiding something.

"Fairy Yan, aren't you lonely? Would you like me to keep you company?" No one expected that such a seemingly kind elder would speak so rudely.

"Who exactly are you?" Yan Wuxin forced herself to calm down.

"Fairy Yan, who I was before is unimportant. What's important is that you remember this: from today onwards, you, Yan Wuxin, will be my woman. Hahahaha." His previously hunched figure suddenly straightened, giving him a towering presence, and his entire aura became incredibly powerful, pressing down on Yan Wuxin. He laughed arrogantly and smugly.

"Nonsense." Yan Wuxin coldly snorted. Although she was injured, she clearly wouldn't just sit idly by and wait to die, much less allow this old man to defile her purity. "

Fairy Yan, Wuxin, do you know? I've waited for this day for a long time. I've waited bitterly for twenty years, and finally, I've encountered such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Today, even a god can't save you, hahaha, let alone yourself." He continued to laugh wildly, looking at Yan Wuxin with a fanatical gaze.

Yan Wuxin sensed that the man before her seemed somewhat mentally unstable, but that wasn't the immediate concern. Her priority was escaping his clutches, or rather, breaking free from his grasp. She knew that with her current skill, she couldn't possibly defeat him.

"Do you still want to leave?" The man in black suddenly regained his composure, the fervor in his eyes vanishing as he coldly stared at Yan Wuxin, speaking in a detached tone.

If Yan Wuxin had previously suspected him of being ill, now she was more concerned with his composure. To be able to control his emotions so easily was something even in her normal state wasn't easy for her, and while she primarily focused on cultivating her mind, this man's approach was different.

"It seems you're not as simple as you appear. Is this not your true nature?" Yan Wuxin said calmly. She was currently unable to defeat him physically, so she had to rely on psychological warfare.

"Wuxin, you are indeed very clever, but I prefer myself the way I am now, because it makes things much easier for me. Haha, are you starting to admire me now, and then fall in love with me? If so, then I can save myself some trouble today." He laughed wildly again.

"I think you're still dreaming of going to hell." Yan Wuxin finally couldn't bear it any longer and decided to strike first. She gathered the remaining power in her body and used the Heart Sword Divine Technique's "Sword is Ruthless" to silently slash towards the man in black.

"Hehe, look at you now, you can't even use the last move, Sword is Ruthless. Do you think you can deal with me?" The man in black was completely unconcerned about Yan Wuxin's attack, acting as if nothing was wrong.

Yan Wuxin helplessly watched as the man easily dodged her attack, while her strength was on the verge of exhaustion, and her body swayed precariously.

"How about it? Wuxin, can you escape my grasp? Haha!" The man in black laughed wildly again, slowly walking towards Yan Wuxin.

Just as his hand was about to touch Yan Wuxin, he suddenly realized that Yan Wuxin seemed to have vanished into thin air, and his hand grasped nothing.

"You're just a toad trying to eat swan meat, don't you even know your place?" A cold voice came from the side. The man in black looked up, his eyes almost spitting fire. He just wanted to kill this guy who ruined his plans with one slap. Seeing Yan Wuxin leaning against the young man's arms, so delicate and gentle, he was even more jealous.

"Xiao Tianci, what are you doing here?" It turned out that Xiao Tianci had arrived just in time.

"We suspected you a long time ago because you were impersonating Uncle Zhong. Seeing you sneaking out like that, of course I had to follow you to see what was going on." Xiao Tianci said casually, but it seemed that he wasn't telling the whole truth. When he came to chase Yan Wuxin and discovered that the person fighting Yan Wuxin was actually Uncle Zhong, the shock he felt was indescribable.

"How could you possibly have discovered I was an imposter? Is Nangong Xiaoyu really that powerful?" the man resembling Uncle Zhong muttered to himself, suddenly realizing he'd been tricked by Xiao Tianci.

"You brat, so you know how to scheme after all," the fake Uncle Zhong said resentfully, realizing he'd been foolish all his life.

"Even a toad like you wants to eat swan meat, what can't happen?" Xiao Tianci smiled mockingly.

"Are you alright?" Xiao Tianci looked down at Yan Wuxin in his arms and asked softly. Yan Wuxin glared at him fiercely, ignoring him, but obediently remained still in his arms.

"Xiao Tianci, I was originally planning to keep you around for a few more days, but since you're courting death now, don't blame me." The fake Uncle Zhong smiled sinisterly, slowly approaching Xiao Tianci. A powerful aura pressed down on him.

"Hold on tight, don't move!" Xiao Tianci retreated a zhang (approximately 3.3 meters) and whispered to Yan Wuxin. It would have been easier to attack if he let go of Yan Wuxin, but he felt more secure holding her.

"Hmph, trying to run? Not so easy." The imposter Uncle Zhong advanced more than zhang, now only inches away from Xiao Tianci. His right hand rose slightly, revealing a white palm from his long sleeve—crystal clear and delicate, unlike a man's hand, much less that of such a decrepit old man.

A continuous, chilling palm force attacked Xiao Tianci, gentle yet domineering. Xiao Tianci slightly shifted his stance, dodging the most powerful attack. His left hand tightly embraced Yan Wuxin, and with a clang, his longsword was already in his right hand. He unleashed the Free and Unfettered Sword Technique—the Free and Unfettered Heavenly Net—using offense against offense, slashing at his opponent.

For a time, the two were evenly matched, and Xiao Tianci grew increasingly alarmed. This was perhaps the strongest opponent he had ever encountered since his debut. Although his power was diminished by carrying someone in his arms, his Xuanji Step technique gave him a significant advantage in combat. Judging from the current situation, this old man's true martial arts skills were probably no less than Xiao Tianci's. In the blink of an eye, a hundred moves had passed, and Xiao Tianci grew increasingly anxious. If this continued, he might ultimately be defeated. Since his debut, Xiao Tianci had never truly fought anyone for such a long time. Lacking practical experience, he increasingly felt his strength failing him, and Yan Wuxin in his arms was now completely silent, her condition unknown.

Xiao Tianci was already slightly at a disadvantage, and now, in this state of urgency, he was in even greater danger. Suddenly, the beauty in his arms let out a soft moan, awakened by the chilling palm wind. Yan Wuxin had just felt lazy in Xiao Tianci's arms and had actually fallen asleep.

"Don't be so impatient," Yan Wuxin suddenly said softly from her arms. In terms of experience, she was far superior to Xiao Tianci. Although seriously injured, she could see that Xiao Tianci was excessively anxious. Although she had many grievances against him, being in Xiao Tianci's hands was better than being in that old man's. She believed that no matter what, Xiao Tianci wouldn't dare to do anything to her, so she reminded him.

Thanks to Yan Wuxin's timely words, Xiao Tianci remembered what Nangong Xiaoyu had told him: to believe in his own abilities and in Dongfang Xuanji's Xuanji Steps. In an instant, a strong sense of confidence surged within him, or rather, an unwavering trust in Dongfang Xuanji and Nangong Xiaoyu.

Xiao Tianci calmed down, and his attacks gradually regained their fluidity. However, he still couldn't defeat his opponent. He thought of Uncle Zhong and the Furong sisters. If this man returned to the Furong sisters, given his martial arts skills and Uncle Zhong's appearance, Xiao Tianci couldn't imagine what he might do. Moreover, Yan Wuxin in his arms urgently needed treatment. If he didn't defeat this man, Yan Wuxin might perish in his arms. None of this was something he wanted to see. The best way to stop it was to kill this man. A surge

of tenderness welled up in Xiao Tianci's heart: his worry for the Furong sisters, his affection for Dongfang Xuanji and the other women, his concern for Yan Wuxin's injuries, and his boundless love for Qiu Shuiyao. Finally, in this instant, the "Unwavering Devotion" of the "Devotion Sword Technique" reached its limit. Vast sword energy broke through the opponent's overwhelming attacks and swept towards him.

"Ugh..." The imposter Uncle Zhong spat out a mouthful of blood, the vibrant blood blossoms possessing an eerie beauty. Instantly, the dust settled, Xiao Tianci stood motionless, while the black-clad imposter Uncle Zhong turned and leaped away, his steps unsteady, yet his speed was still quite fast.

"Pfft..." Watching his opponent disappear into the night sky, Xiao Tianci could no longer hold back and coughed up blood. It turned out that his opponent's strength was far beyond his expectations. Although he had succeeded in his sword strike, severely injuring his enemy, the opponent's counterattack had also caused him considerable damage. However, he felt much more at ease. He believed that this person would need at least a year and a half to recover.

"Are you alright?" Yan Wuxin asked, looking at Xiao Tianci, seemingly concerned for him.

"I'm fine. Let's go back now." Xiao Tianci smiled faintly. "If your injuries aren't treated soon, even a god might not be able to save you." With that, he began to walk away.

"I won't go back with you, let me go." Yan Wuxin was starting to get annoyed. She hadn't said anything earlier because Xiao Tianci had taken that old geezer, but now that the guy had run away, she was starting to contradict him.

"You're going back whether you like it or not. Even if you want to die here, I don't want you to die here. I don't want to be unable to explain myself to Yao'er later." Xiao Tianci said calmly. He seemed a little different after that fight, a bit more composed.

"If you're really doing this for Yao'er's sake, then quickly send me back to Tianxin Pavilion. Otherwise, I'd rather die here than go back to that inn." Yan Wuxin's tone was resolute, leaving no room for negotiation.

"I'm afraid you'll die halfway there, so I might as well not send you back." Xiao Tianci was a little annoyed and decided to ignore her. He tightened his grip on her and ran towards the city.

After running for a short while, he suddenly realized something was wrong. Why had Yan Wuxin suddenly become silent? He quickly stopped listening, and was utterly shocked. Yan Wuxin was pale, her eyes tightly closed, barely breathing, on the verge of death.

"What do we do now? It'll take at least half an hour to get back, and by then she'll probably be dead." Xiao Tianci was completely at a loss. He knew nothing about healing, so was he just going to watch the flower wither away? Suddenly, Xiao Tianci made a decision—a helpless and tragic one.

(Volume 5, Chapter 84: The Heartless Fairy)

Xiao Tianci carried Yan Wuxin and ran frantically, looking around. After a short while, he found a cave. He rushed inside, took off his outer robe, spread it on the ground, and gently placed Yan Wuxin on it.

Yan Wuxin's eyes were tightly closed, seemingly oblivious to what was happening around her. Xiao Tianci stared blankly at her beautiful face, his heart in turmoil. The only way he could think of to save Yan Wuxin was to use the Yin-Yang Reversal Technique. However, for the first time, he felt fear; he hesitated to use this method to save her. He hadn't been afraid when he succumbed to temptation and took possession of Dongfang Xuanji and Ye Bingying, nor when he raped Shui Yun in a fit of rage. But now, when it came to taking possession of Yan Wuxin to save her, he was afraid. He wasn't afraid of Yan Wuxin's status, her martial arts skills, or even her age, but rather the fact that Yan Wuxin was Qiu Shuiyao's master—a fact no one could change. He feared this; he didn't know how Qiu Shuiyao would treat him if he did this to Yan Wuxin.

Deep down, he loved Yan Wuxin, but he worried that if he did this, he might gain her body, but he would lose her forever, and also Qiu Shuiyao—a pain he could never undo.

Yan Wuxin's face grew paler, her breathing weaker, and Xiao Tianci knew he couldn't wait any longer. "Yao'er, you must forgive me," Xiao Tianci murmured to himself. He knelt down beside Yan Wuxin, his hands trembling slightly as he slowly unbuttoned her clothes, removing all her restraints. A beautiful and alluring body appeared before him, and his breath quickened. Her fair skin, her firm, proud breasts, her deep cleavage, her flat stomach, and her long, slender legs were incredibly tempting to Xiao Tianci. He

shook his head violently, trying to control the surging passion within him. He knew he shouldn't be like this; he should be saving her. However, the turbulent emotions within him were not so easily calmed.

Gently kissing Yan Wuxin's slightly cool cherry lips, Xiao Tianci leaned down. He had already removed his clothes, and the two were now completely naked. Xiao Tianci gritted his teeth, overcoming the final barrier, and thrust into Yan Wuxin's sacred virgin territory. He struggled to control his desire, circulating his true energy and activating the Yin-Yang Reversal Technique, which cycled and repaired the damaged meridians throughout Yan Wuxin's body.

He didn't know how much time had passed when Xiao Tianci awoke from his meditative state. He felt that his injuries seemed to have healed. He tested Yan Wuxin's meridians with his true energy, finding them unobstructed. However, for some reason, Yan Wuxin hadn't woken up yet. However, her face had turned rosy and alluring. The smooth, slick touch of their skin gave Xiao Tianci immense stimulation. The tight union of their lower bodies made Xiao Tianci unable to control his lust any longer. He let out a low growl, his hands climbing onto Yan Wuxin's breasts, while simultaneously beginning powerful thrusts. The intense pleasure gradually plunged Xiao Tianci into a state of confusion. He began to frantically vent his desires, kissing, caressing, and possessing Yan Wuxin's body without restraint. Suddenly, Yan Wuxin's beautiful eyes opened, emitting two cold beams of light, but Xiao Tianci was oblivious, continuing his final thrust. Moments later, his fiery essence poured into Yan Wuxin's body without reservation. Suddenly, Xiao Tianci was horrified. He felt his inner strength gushing out, flowing into Yan Wuxin's body like a river bursting its banks at the point of their union. He tried to control it but found it futile. Gradually regaining his senses, he realized what he had just done.

"Let her have all my power, as a small compensation to her." Xiao Tianci no longer wanted to control the loss of his power. He was filled with remorse, hating himself for doing such a thing. Although he originally intended to heal Yan Wuxin, after healing her, he took advantage of her unconscious state to commit this despicable act. He had already noticed that Yan Wuxin beneath him had woken up. Looking into her eyes, Xiao Tianci wanted to say something but found himself speechless, only able to express his apology with his eyes.

Xiao Tianci felt his power slowly disappearing, and suddenly felt a numbness throughout his body, and he fainted.

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Xiao Tianci finally woke up, but felt weak all over. He tried to circulate his energy and found that there was still a trace of true energy in his body. However, he immediately realized something was wrong. Where was he? He found himself lying on a bed in a simply furnished room, seemingly an inn, but Yan Wuxin was nowhere to be found.

Xiao Tianci stared blankly at the ceiling, lost in thought. He had initially thought Yan Wuxin might kill him, but he hadn't expected to be alive. But where was Yan Wuxin? Where had she gone? Suddenly, the door creaked open, and a young man who looked like a waiter entered.

"Young master, you're awake! Your wife said you would wake up today, and she was right. You are truly blessed to have such a beautiful wife." The waiter looked on with envy.

"Young master, you don't know, you've been asleep for three days. Your wife said she had an urgent matter and left first, asking me to take good care of you. Now that you're awake, I can finally rest easy." The waiter continued talking.

"Waiter, what day is it today? And where is this place?" Xiao Tianci suddenly asked.

"Young master, today is the third day of the twelfth lunar month, and this is Chang'an City." The waiter was taken aback, but immediately answered Xiao Tianci's question.

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The waiter finally left, and Xiao Tianci stood at the window, lost in thought. He saw a bundle left by Yan Wuxin, containing some loose silver and a note with only four words on it: Take care of yourself.

He didn't know why Yan Wuxin had brought him here. Counting the days, he had been unconscious for seven whole days. He was now in Chang'an, a thousand miles away from where he had been before he fell unconscious. Xiao Tianci had almost completely lost his power, and he didn't know when he could return to reunite with the women.

Xiao Tianci left the inn and walked through Chang'an, hoping to find a contact point for the Bright Moon Palace or the Hundred Flowers Palace. But as the saying goes, misfortunes never come singly, and Xiao Tianci unfortunately ran into someone he didn't want to see.

"Xiao Tianci, long time no see!" A tall figure blocked Xiao Tianci's path.

"It's you?" Xiao Tianci was greatly surprised. How could he run into this guy everywhere? It was none other than Ling Xiaofang.

"Sect Leader Xiao, are you in a bad situation? Are you seriously injured?" Ling Xiaofang smiled slightly, but his smile looked rather sinister.

In fact, Ling Xiaofang had spotted Xiao Tianci as soon as he left the inn, but due to Xiao Tianci's martial arts skills, he dared not do anything to him. However, after following Xiao Tianci for a while, he found that Xiao Tianci seemed completely unaware of his pursuit, and seeing that Xiao Tianci's gait was unsteady, he suspected that Xiao Tianci might be injured.

Ling Xiaofang had been having a rough time lately, but now he was willing to take a risk. He thought that if he could control Xiao Tianci and then use him to threaten Xiao Tianci's women, what couldn't he accomplish? An Ling would then obediently submit to him. Thinking of this, Ling Xiaofang revealed a smug smile. "Ling Xiaofang, even if I'm injured, dealing with you is more than enough," Xiao Tianci said calmly, but inwardly he was groaning. Frankly, in his current state, he might be able to handle an ordinary third-rate martial artist, but against a first-rate expert like Ling Xiaofang, defeat was inevitable. "Is that so? I'll see." Ling Xiaofang was almost certain that Xiao Tianci was putting on a brave face, and he wasn't about to let such a good opportunity slip by. He reached out and grabbed at Xiao Tianci. "Even if my martial arts are no longer what they used to be, you wouldn't underestimate me like this. If you caught me so easily, I wouldn't be Xiao Tianci," Xiao Tianci muttered to himself. At this moment, his only remaining weapon was the Xuanji Step. Perhaps... Dongfang Xuanji would never have imagined that what she originally intended for Xiao Tianci to use as an escape tool before he learned martial arts would become his life-saving tool when he almost lost all his martial arts skills again after becoming a martial arts master. This was the first time Xiao Tianci had been so disheveled. He didn't think about how to defeat Ling Xiaofang, because he knew it was impossible in his current state. His only thought was to flee. Ling Xiaofang indeed wasn't very clever; he shouldn't have chosen to confront Xiao Tianci on the street. Chang'an City was extremely prosperous, and now, in the twelfth lunar month, it was even more crowded, with carriages and horses everywhere, a bustling scene of people moving about. Xiao Tianci saw this opportunity and plunged into the crowd. The Xuanji Step finally fulfilled its creator's original intention for the first time; Xiao Tianci could move freely through the crowd using the Xuanji Step, while Ling Xiaofang wasn't so lucky. He didn't dare to step on people in public and could only watch resentfully as Xiao Tianci gradually disappeared from his sight. ※※※

"That bastard Ling Xiaofang, once my martial arts are restored, I'll make you pay!" Xiao Tianci ran out of the city, panting heavily, cursing Ling Xiaofang in his heart. Seeing a large tree nearby, he leaned against it to rest. This rest, however, caused him problems. The weather was already quite cold, and Xiao Tianci, exhausted, fell asleep. When he woke up, he felt chilled all over and sneezed repeatedly. Normally, a martial artist wouldn't easily fall ill, but when he did, it was serious. Xiao Tianci was truly ill now; the illness came too suddenly and too fiercely. He hadn't been defeated by Ling Xiaofang, but he had fallen ill on his own. A wave of dizziness washed over him, and Xiao Tianci finally collapsed to the ground. ※※※

Xiaoyao Sect. Hanxiang suddenly felt a jolt in her heart, her hand trembled, and the teacup she had just picked up crashed to the ground, shattering into pieces. "Hanxiang, what's wrong?" Yue Wuxia asked. "Xiao Lang..." "It's over!" Hanxiang said softly. "What? Hanxiang, what happened to Xiao Lang?" The women around her were all alarmed. "I don't know, I only know that something must have happened to him. There's an inexplicable connection between us, I can feel it." A sorrowful expression appeared on Hanxiang's face. ※※※

A few days later, Nangong Xiaoyu and the others returned to the Xiaoyao Sect. Nangong Xiaoyu had inexplicably received a letter that told her that Uncle Zhong of Furong Manor was actually a master of the Demonic Sect in disguise, and warned them to be careful. However, they never saw Uncle Zhong again, and Xiao Tianci mysteriously disappeared without a trace. Suddenly, many beautiful young women appeared in the martial world, all claiming to be disciples of the Xiaoyao Sect. Their only goal was to find their sect leader, Xiao Tianci. Meanwhile, the martial world was in turmoil. The last time the White Alliance and the Demonic Sect... The battle resulted in heavy losses for the White Alliance. Bai Yulou was seriously injured, and countless elite disciples from other factions perished. Had it not been for the intervention of the Situ family at the crucial moment, the White Alliance might not have escaped their fate. Because of this, the Situ family's status in the martial arts world suddenly rose dramatically. The head of the Situ family, Situ Yu, finally revealed her true identity, much to everyone's surprise. She was actually an incredibly beautiful young woman, the younger sister of the already renowned Situ Yingwu. Her martial arts skills were exceptional; if Situ Yu hadn't easily defeated the masked men, the outcome would have been uncertain. The various factions gathered again at White Horse Manor, ostensibly to visit Bai Yulou, but everyone secretly knew that Bai Yulou's tenure as leader of the alliance was likely nearing its end. Yan Wuxin also unexpectedly arrived at White Horse Manor, catching the White Alliance members off guard. Unexpectedly, after Yan Wuxin was rescued, there was no news of her. No one expected her to suddenly reappear at White Horse Manor. With the year-end approaching and still no news of Xiao Tianci, the women were frantic. If it weren't for Nangong Xiaoyu's divination that Xiao Tianci was still alive, they might have already started a killing spree. "Miss, this person says he has news of the young master." Qiao'er brought in a man many of the women recognized—Ling Xiaofang. "Young Master Ling, I heard you know news of my husband?" Nangong Xiaoyu asked calmly, waving her hand to stop An Ling from speaking. "Miss Nangong, if I don't know news of Sect Master Xiao, then no one in the world will know," Ling Xiaofang said with a sinister smile. "However, if Miss Nangong wants to know, she must agree to some conditions. Otherwise, I can't guarantee what will happen to Sect Master Xiao."

"So, you mean Xiao Lang is in your hands?" Nangong Xiaoyu smiled faintly. The women beside her were about to make a move, but Nangong Xiaoyu gestured for them to stop. "Miss Nangong is indeed

clever

, but you can rest assured, he's still relatively safe. As long as Miss Nangong is willing to cooperate with me, I will definitely give you another chance to see him." Ling Xiaofang smiled sinisterly.

"Ling Xiaofang, don't even think about it. If you don't hand over Xiao Lang, you can forget about going back today." An Ling finally couldn't hold back anymore and said angrily.

"Miss Nangong, I believe you are a smart person. If I die, then Xiao Tianci cannot live either. Why don't you agree to my conditions?" Ling Xiaofang ignored An Ling, but was plotting something wicked.

"Oh, is that so? Then, Young Master Ling, please state your conditions first. If they're not too unreasonable, I will agree." Nangong Xiaoyu said calmly, her face expressionless.

"It's simple. All you need to do is have your Xiaoyao Sect members follow my orders and help me dominate the martial arts world," Ling

Xiaofang said, recklessly demanding an exorbitant amount. "You think you can dominate the martial arts world?" An Ling retorted sarcastically.

"There's another condition: I want An Ling." Ling Xiaofang ignored An Ling's words and instead presented Nangong Xiaoyu with an even more unacceptable condition.

"Is that so? Let me think about it," Nangong Xiaoyu said, showing no surprise and seemingly genuinely considering it.

"Miss Nangong, I've heard you love Xiao Tianci very much, so I think you should agree to my conditions. It won't cost you anything. With the strength of your Xiaoyao Sect, dominating the martial arts world isn't difficult. And Xiao Tianci has so many women; losing An Ling won't make a difference. Besides, it'll eliminate one more rival for your affections. Why wouldn't you be happy?" Ling Xiaofang said smugly, seemingly certain that Nangong Xiaoyu would agree to his conditions.

"Ling Xiaofang, Ling Xiaofang, do you know what the two things I, Nangong Xiaoyu, hate the most are? First, daring to go against my husband; second, threatening me. It's really unfortunate that you've done both of those things today." Nangong Xiaoyu's tone was tinged with sympathy. "You can't blame me for this; you've just chosen the wrong target to threaten." As soon as she finished speaking, several figures pounced on Ling Xiaofang. Ye Bingying, Dongfang Xuanji, Qiao'er, and Qian'er attacked simultaneously, like a net covering Ling Xiaofang. Unfortunately, Ling Xiaofang had no chance to fight back and was already captured.

"Nangong Xiaoyu, don't you care about Xiao Tianci's safety?" Ling Xiaofang never expected Nangong Xiaoyu to pull this stunt; he was still dreaming.

"I will naturally not neglect Xiao Lang's safety, but that has nothing to do with your life or death. Leaving aside whether Xiao Lang is truly in your hands, even I, Nangong Xiaoyu, will not be threatened by you. As long as he is alive, I will definitely find a way to find him," Nangong Xiaoyu said coldly. "It's laughable that you would use this to threaten us, and even try to take advantage of Ling Mei. It seems you won't give up until you suffer a bit. Qiao'er, Qian'er, this person is in your hands. Just don't kill him."

Nangong Xiaoyu instructed Qiao'er and Qian'er before returning to the inner room. The two women responded by pulling Ling Xiaofang out, like a dead dog, seemingly intending to take him somewhere.

"Sister Yu, if he really has news of Xiao Lang, I'm willing to go with him," An Ling said, her eyes red.

"Do you think this is what loving Xiao Lang is? If Xiao Lang knew that one day any of us would be humiliated because of him, he would never have peace of mind for the rest of his life. So, I won't let that happen." Nangong Xiaoyu said calmly, glancing at An Ling, her voice softening. "Ling-mei, I know you're worried about Xiao Lang, but aren't we worried too? However, we can't do anything to betray Xiao Lang. If we agree to Ling Xiaofang's conditions today, he'll only take advantage of us in the future." "

But, Xiao Lang hasn't been heard from for so long, I'm so worried something might have happened to him." An Ling threw herself into An Jing's arms and finally burst into tears.

"Don't worry, Xiao Lang will be alright. I'll find him no matter where I search," Nangong Xiaoyu said firmly, a cold glint in her eyes. "If Ling Xiaofang really knows anything about Xiao Lang, I'll find a way to make him tell. Otherwise, I'll make him wish he were dead!"

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Qiao'er and Qian'er were interrogating Ling Xiaofang, while the other women were preoccupied with their own thoughts. Xiao Yuya was nearing her due date and couldn't bear the shock, so no one had told her the news. Fortunately, Xiao Yuya didn't usually get involved in things, so it was easy to keep it from her. Qin Mengru had left Xiaoyao Sect a few days ago, saying she was going to find Xiao Tianci, and Hua Wuying couldn't resist going to find him herself. Han Tianxia left after Qin Mengru, but for some reason, Lan Tianfeng wasn't as dejected lately. The girl Xiao Cui, whom he had saved, had been frequently visiting him; the girl seemed to have fallen in love with him. Gu Feng was still content as long as there was wine.

“Sister Wuying, let’s stay here and wait for news from Wuxia and the disciples of Yumei Sect. This is our home, and Yuya is here. We must protect her well, in case…” Nangong Xiaoyu choked up and didn’t finish her sentence. The other women understood her meaning. If Xiao Tianci died, the child in Xiao Yuya’s womb would probably be the only bloodline left by Xiao Tianci.

“But I really don’t want to wait here like this.” Hua Wuying’s tone was still gentle, but it clearly contained anxiety and worry.

“Xiaoyu, you and the other senior sisters stay here. I’ll go find him.” Hanxiang, who hadn’t spoken until now, finally spoke up. “I have a feeling for him. I think I should be able to find him more easily.”

“I want to go too.” A delicate and weak voice came from behind. It was Nalan Ruoshui, her innocent face now showing a hint of resentment.

"Ruoshui, come back to the capital with me," Zhu Ruolan suddenly interjected. "You're better now, why don't you go see your father? It might be easier if he helps you find him."

"Ruolan is right, Ruoshui, you should go back and see your father," Nangong Xiaoyu sighed softly. If Nalan Ruoshui went with them, it would be even more troublesome.

"Miss, we haven't found out where the young master is," Qiao'er and Qian'er finally reported.

"Looks like I'll have to ask him myself," Nangong Xiaoyu said calmly, but her

words carried a chill. Ling Xiaofang looked rather miserable. His handsome face was covered in bloodstains, undoubtedly inflicted by Qiao'er and Qian'er. His hair was disheveled, and his eyes were lifeless. Few people had a stronger affection for Xiao Tianci than her. To get news of Xiao Tianci, she would use any method of torture, but Ling Xiaofang seemed to have some backbone, stubbornly refusing to say anything.

In truth, Ling Xiaofang was afraid of death. If he told the truth, he probably wouldn't survive. However, he still believed that Nangong Xiaoyu wouldn't kill him before receiving news of Xiao Tianci, giving him a final chance to live. He just didn't know that Nangong Xiaoyu, as the most talented woman in the world, shouldn't think like an ordinary person.

Ling Xiaofang slumped to the ground. A series of footsteps approached. Looking up, he saw Nangong Xiaoyu entering with Qiao'er, Qian'er, and Nalan Ruoshui. His heart trembled; he wondered how those two little devils would deal with him this time.

"Big brother, I heard you know where Xiao Lang is, is that right?" Nalan Ruoshui's voice was soft and gentle. Ling Xiaofang was startled and looked at Nalan Ruoshui, seemingly surprised that she would speak to him so gently.

"Big brother, I'm asking if you know where Xiao Lang is," Nalan Ruoshui replied in her gentle tone.

Ling Xiaofang finally realized that this girl was also Xiao Tianci's woman. A deeper jealousy arose in his heart towards Xiao Tianci, and he gloated, thinking that Xiao Tianci was probably already dead and had no chance to enjoy this life. Of course, he wouldn't say it aloud.

"Of course I know where Xiao Tianci is, but I won't tell you unless you release me," Ling Xiaofang tried to negotiate.

"Sister Xiaoyu, he doesn't know where Xiao Lang is," Nalan Ruoshui whispered to Nangong Xiaoyu. Nalan Ruoshui had seen right through Ling Xiaofang's thoughts.

"However, Sister Xiaoyu, he should know a little bit about Xiao Lang. How can we get that information out of him?" Nalan Ruoshui added.

"Since Xiao Lang isn't in his hands, there's no need for so many scruples," Nangong Xiaoyu said coldly, her gaze sweeping over Ling Xiaofang, making him tremble with fear. Little did he know that misfortune was about to befall him.

"Today I'll let you experience the taste of silver needle soul-searching, Ling Xiaofang. You, the young master of Tianya Haijiao, instead of being a proper young master, actually dare to dream of dominating the world and even dare to oppose Xiao Lang. Today I'll send you to the King of Hell to reign supreme." Nangong Xiaoyu said coldly. As soon as she finished speaking, several gleaming, slender silver needles appeared in her hand.

"Nangong Xiaoyu, what are you doing? Aren't you afraid that my people will kill Xiao Tianci?" Ling Xiaofang looked at the silver needles. Hearing her talk about silver needle soul-searching, although he didn't know what it was, the name alone was terrifying enough.

“Ling Xiaofang, even now you're still clinging to wishful thinking. Today I'll make you die a death sentence you won't forget. Do you know? Ruoshui can see into people's minds. She already knows you don't actually control Xiao Lang. And let me tell you what ‘Silver Needle Soul Search’ is.” Nangong Xiaoyu's words nearly drove Ling Xiaofang to despair. “Silver Needle Soul Search is a technique I created specifically to deal with stubborn people like you. It's a step above the Demonic Sect's Soul Searching Technique because my Silver Needle Soul Search only requires inserting silver needles into a few acupoints. Then, whatever I ask, you'll answer. However, after using it, you probably won't survive. Originally, I was worried that Xiao Lang was really in your hands and had some reservations, but now, well, you're just unlucky.”

"What's your name?" "My name is Ling Xiaofang." "Do you know Xiao Tianci?" "Yes." "When was the last time you saw him?" "The third day of the twelfth lunar month." Ling Xiaofang's eyes were vacant, answering every question. Nangong Xiaoyu finally understood that Ling Xiaofang only knew that Xiao Tianci was injured and had tried to capture him but failed. Later, seeing that the people of Xiaoyao Sect were looking for Xiao Tianci, he knew that Xiao Tianci had not returned to Xiaoyao Sect, so he planned to extort Nangong Xiaoyu and the others.

"Since he's no longer of any value, there's no need to keep him alive." Nangong Xiaoyu said calmly, waving her slender hand, all the silver needles were retrieved, and she casually inserted a silver needle into his vital point. Instantly, Ling Xiaofang was silent. "

Miss

, Yan Wuxin is currently at White Horse Manor," Dongfang Hua said. "However, I haven't noticed any signs of Yan Wuxin's injuries not healing; he should have recovered." "On the third day of the twelfth lunar month, Xiao Lang was in Chang'an. Seven days before that, Xiao Lang went to find Yan Wuxin. Now Xiao Lang is missing, but Yan Wuxin is unharmed. Yan Wuxin's injuries wouldn't heal so easily. Could it be related to Xiao Lang?" Nangong Xiaoyu said softly.

"Could it be that Xiao Lang saved Yan Wuxin?" Hanxiang suddenly said. "But how did Xiao Lang almost lose all his martial arts skills? How did he get so badly injured?" Hanxiang couldn't understand.

"Hanxiang, you and Wuxia go to Chang'an, I'll go to White Horse Manor," Nangong Xiaoyu said after thinking for a moment.

"Xiaoyu, I'll go to White Horse Manor with you," Hua Wuying interjected. "Xiaoyu, don't stop me this time. After all these years, I don't have so many scruples anymore. I just want to do something for the people I love." Hua Wuying's tone was melancholic, but resolute.

"Alright, Sister Wuying, you'll come with me, and Qiao'er and Qian'er too. The rest of you sisters can stay here. Ruolan, you and Ruoshui go back to the capital, and remember to come back here." Nangong Xiaoyu reluctantly agreed to Hua Wuying's request.

Zhu Ruolan nodded. Although Nalan Ruoshui was a little reluctant, she really wanted to go home. Zhu Ruolan had been spending time with the other women these past few days, and they all treated her like one of their own, though she sometimes felt a little awkward.

The

women, worried about Xiao Tianci's safety, had already hurriedly split up. Nangong Xiaoyu was going to find Yan Wuxin, while Hanxiang was going to Chang'an hoping to use her special sensory abilities to find Xiao Tianci's location. As for why Zhu Ruolan was going back to the capital, no one knew what Nangong Xiaoyu's plans were.

At Baima Manor, undercurrents were surging. In three days, another temporary so-called martial arts tournament would begin. This time, who would replace Bai Yulou?

Volume 5, Chapter 86: Jade Maiden Alliance Leader,

White Horse Manor.

Night had fallen. In an exquisitely furnished guest room sat a stunningly beautiful woman. Under the lamplight, her jade-like face shone brightly. She sighed softly, her gaze fixed on the window.

She was none other than Yan Wuxin. She had been at White Horse Manor for several days, yet something lingered in her heart, a knot in her heart. The image of that despicable man haunted her, constantly appearing before her eyes. She didn't understand why she hadn't ultimately been able to bring herself to kill him, not even initially… The thought of abandoning him in the wilderness to fend for himself was ultimately rejected by him, and he was left at the inn instead. "

I just didn't want Yao'er to be sad," Yan Wuxin secretly comforted herself, though it seemed like she was only deceiving herself.

When she woke up to find Xiao Tianci doing that beastly thing on her, her first instinct was to kill him. But for some unknown reason, all of Xiao Tianci's internal energy uncontrollably transferred to her. Just as Xiao Tianci was about to lose all his power and die, she suddenly sensed the apology and longing in his eyes. Tempering a moment of pity, she struck his pressure points to knock him unconscious, thus saving Xiao Tianci's life. However, she could never forgive Xiao Tianci for what he had done to her. The memory of his wanton manipulation of her body when she first woke up filled her with shame and hatred, and she nearly killed him several times. Ultimately, she couldn't bring herself to do it, because Xiao Tianci had saved her life several times, and now, not only were her injuries healed, but having gained all of Xiao Tianci's power, Yan Wuxin's martial arts had improved significantly. Yan Wuxin wasn't stupid; she also began to harbor... The reason for Xiao Tianci's predicament was a crucial factor in his survival; otherwise, he would likely have already passed away.

However, Yan Wuxin couldn't face Xiao Tianci, so she kept him in a coma for a long time. Originally, she planned to take him back to Tianxin Pavilion, but after receiving news from the White Alliance, she abandoned him in Chang'an City, thinking that if he were truly a good person, he wouldn't have died so easily. She was essentially gambling with Xiao Tianci's life. If he could successfully overcome this ordeal, perhaps Yan Wuxin would treat him better. In the council hall of

White

Horse Manor, heroes from various factions gathered. The leaders of the five major sects and Sword Lake Manor were all present. Yan Wuxin was also attending, but this time with an additional group: the Situ family. Beside Yan Wuxin sat a young woman of comparable beauty, her expression serene, though her fair face seemed slightly pale. Dressed in white with flowing long hair, she and Yan Wuxin appeared like sisters, both stunningly beautiful and unapproachable.

Situ Yingwu and his four bodyguards also appeared in the hall. He looked smug, as if the position of alliance leader was already his.

Bai Yulou, on the other hand, looked quite disheveled; he had already realized his fate as alliance leader was sealed. "It's about to end. No wonder," Yan Wuxin said calmly. "Since he became the leader, the White Alliance has never gained the upper hand in the struggle against the Demonic Sect. It can be said that he has completely failed in his responsibilities as leader."

The previously noisy hall quieted down as Yan Wuxin stood up, clearly having something to say. "

All martial arts practitioners are here. Wuxin and the leaders of various sects have reached a consensus. Because Leader Bai is currently injured and will not recover in the short term, and the Demonic Sect's recent actions have become increasingly rampant, Leader Bai's current condition makes it impossible for him to personally lead the righteous path to fight against the Demonic Sect. Therefore, we propose to elect a new leader to better confront the Demonic Sect." In truth, this decision was not something Yan Wuxin and the others had discussed together; rather, it was something that others had already agreed upon. Yan Wuxin was simply announcing it. They had already discussed it when Yan Wuxin arrived at White Horse Manor, but Yan Wuxin herself felt that Bai Yulou was unsuitable to be the alliance leader, so she had no objections.

As for the new alliance leader, she would need to solicit everyone's opinions today. Yan Wuxin continued, "Unlike Qiu Shuiyao, I am no less senior or experienced than anyone here, so my words carry considerable weight.

I think it would be best if Fairy Yan were to take on the position of alliance leader." Bai Yulou spoke first. Actually, he didn't want anyone else to be the alliance leader, and since Yan Wuxin was essentially an uncrowned king regardless of her position, he simply wanted to go along with it and do Yan Wuxin a favor. "

Young Master Bai, thank you for your kindness, but we members of Tianxin Pavilion never hold the position of alliance leader, so the alliance leader..." "It would be better to find someone else," Yan Wuxin said calmly. "

Actually, I think there's someone quite good, but we'll have to see what everyone thinks." Yan Wuxin added, her eyes sharp enough to see that everyone was vying for the position. "

Of course, Fairy Yan's choice is correct, but please tell me who it is first," Xiao Jinghong said, hoping Yan Wuxin was referring to him. "

I heard that the White Alliance escaped danger thanks to the help of the Situ family, and the four great families have always been considered righteous in the martial arts world. Therefore, I think the Situ family should be the leader of the righteous path. What are everyone's opinions?" Yan Wuxin was actually quite disappointed with the people of the five major sects, so she wanted to win over the forces of the four great families. As she spoke, she glanced at Situ Yingwu, which greatly pleased Situ Yingwu.

It would be a lie to say that anyone truly agreed to Situ Yingwu becoming the alliance leader. However, since Yan Wuxin had proposed it, and given that they had indeed been rescued by Situ Yingwu's men, they couldn't voice any objections. Thus, Yan Wuxin's proposal was passed, and Situ Yingwu was overjoyed. However, Yan Wuxin's next sentence sent him plummeting from heaven to hell.

Since everyone had no objections, the new leader of the White Alliance would be Situ Yu, the head of the Situ family. No one had expected Yan Wuxin's words. Although Situ Yu had demonstrated outstanding martial arts skills this time… Having never roamed the martial world before, and being a woman, everyone initially assumed it would be Situ Yingwu. However, now that Yan Wuxin had spoken, no one could object, as it was too late. "

Alliance Leader Situ, I'll need your help with the White Alliance's affairs from now on." Yan Wuxin smiled slightly at Situ Yu. "

Fairy Yan, you can rest assured, but we still need your assistance." Situ Yu, however, seemed unsurprised, remaining calm.

Situ Yu sat quietly in her room, seemingly unchanged despite suddenly becoming the leader of the White Alliance.

"What are you doing here?" Situ Yu said calmly, without turning around, but she knew who had come.

"I never expected this. I always underestimated you. In the end, everything I did was for someone else's benefit." A cold voice rang out, filled with resentment.

Situ Yu turned around and looked at the man before her. It was none other than her own elder brother, Situ Yingwu.

"Didn't you say everything you did was for the Situ family? Then what difference does it make whether you or I are the alliance leader?" Situ Yu said calmly. "

Of course it's for the Situ family, but what about you? You only care about your man." Situ Yingwu's face showed jealousy. "

I hope you don't cause any trouble, otherwise it won't benefit anyone." Situ Yu's expression changed slightly, her words now tinged with anger. "

I naturally wouldn't do anything detrimental to the Situ family, but I'd like to know how you're going to make Yan..." "I have no intention of speaking up for you." Situ Yingwu was completely unconcerned about Situ Yu's angry expression. "

I think you've misunderstood. I have no dealings with Fairy Yan, so of course she won't speak up for me." Situ Yu's tone returned to calm. "If you have nothing else, you can leave.

I have some news, I wonder if you're interested? I heard Xiao Tianci has been missing for almost a month, he might even be dead, haha." With that, Situ Yingwu laughed sinisterly a few times and strode away. "

Xiao Lang..." Situ Yu called softly, sitting down weakly. In the

Xiaoyao

Sect, Xiao Yuya finally learned of Xiao Tianci's disappearance. Overwhelmed with grief, she gave birth prematurely, but thankfully both mother and daughter were safe. Yue Wuxia and Hanxiang had also arrived in Chang'an, attempting to find Xiao Tianci's whereabouts. Nangong Xiaoyu and Hua Wuying went to Baima Manor.

Although Bai Yulou was no longer the leader, Baima Manor still served as the White Alliance's headquarters. Situ Yu had her own leader's palace. Over time, everyone gradually came to trust Situ Yu, as they discovered she was not only beautiful and highly skilled in martial arts, but also adept at coordinating relationships between different factions—truly a good leader. Yan Wuxin was also satisfied with her decision.

Speaking of which, Yan Wuxin seemed to have been somewhat thoughtless in her recent actions. She hadn't originally intended for Situ Yu to be the leader, but she was displeased by the expression Situ Yingwu showed when she spoke, and given her own... The woman, having no prejudice against Situ Yu, changed her mind and let him do it.

At the White Alliance headquarters, the heroes were discussing matters. The Demonic Sect had been quiet for a while, which they found unusual, so they came to discuss it. "

Nangong Xiaoyu greets everyone." A soft female voice came from outside, and several stunningly beautiful women entered. "Fairy

Yan, how have you been?" Nangong Xiaoyu ignored everyone else and went straight to Yan Wuxin. "

Thank you for your concern, Miss Nangong. I haven't thanked you for saving my life last time." Yan Wuxin's face was a little unnatural. "

Fairy Yan seems to have made a mistake. It wasn't me who saved you, but my husband. If you want to thank someone, you should thank Xiao Lang." Nangong Xiaoyu stared at Yan Wuxin, seemingly trying to see something. "

Miss Yan, Tianci has been missing for almost a month. He went to look for you before he disappeared. If Miss Yan knows anything about him, please tell us. Wuying will be extremely grateful." Hua Wuying's voice was gentle and melodious. She raised her head, which had been slightly lowered. The hall fell silent.

If Yan Wuxin was merely a fairy on earth, then Hua Wuying was a true celestial maiden. Her gentle and serene demeanor, coupled with her stunning beauty, made her irresistible to any man. "

Wuying, Wuying, that name sounds familiar," Yan Wuxin murmured, then suddenly remembered. "You're Hua Wuying, the one known as the Jade Flute Fairy over a decade ago?" "

Miss Yan, I am indeed Hua Wuying, but that's not important. I just want to know if Tianci found you before he disappeared?" Hua Wuying had no intention of hiding any longer when she decided to come here. Over ten years had passed, and if those major sects still wanted to deal with her, she wouldn't have just given up. "

Amitabha, you're the Hua Wuying who caused so much trouble in the martial world back then?" The old monk Huijue spoke up. One of the two who had argued over Hua Wuying was a Shaolin disciple.

"Fairy Yan, you haven't given Sister Wuying an answer yet." Nangong Xiaoyu said somewhat... The aggressive tone stemmed from her observation of Yan Wuxin earlier. She noticed Yan Wuxin's unusual expression when Xiao Tianci was mentioned, which made her suspicious. With Yan Wuxin's years of self-cultivation, small matters wouldn't affect her. "

Miss Nangong, I know a little about your husband, but I think you'd prefer me to tell you privately, wouldn't you?" Yan Wuxin's expression returned to calm, and she smiled faintly. "

Fairy Yan, we'll wait for you at the Bright Moon Restaurant in the city." Nangong Xiaoyu didn't speak again, and Hua Wuying ignored the monk Huijue, her robes fluttering as she gracefully walked, with Qian'er and Qiao'er silently following behind. "

Wuying appears, all flowers blush. One smile can topple a city, another can topple a nation." More than ten years had passed, her beauty remained, but her charm was even greater than before, yet who knew how many troubles would arise from this? Yan Wuxin sighed softly. "

That vixen has appeared again." Huijue looked compassionate, "A scourge to the martial world! If Xiao Tianci heard his words, he'd probably kill this guy on the spot for calling Hua Wuying a vixen."

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Mingyue Restaurant.

Fairy Yan, please follow me. As soon as Yan Wuxin stepped inside, Yue Fanghua greeted her.

Led by Yue Fanghua, Yan Wuxin arrived at the inner room, where Nangong Xiaoyu and the other three women were waiting for her.

"Fairy Yan, what happened between you and Xiao Lang?" Nangong Xiaoyu suddenly asked. "

Nothing happened between us." Yan Wuxin forced a smile, but I can tell you that he has almost completely lost his martial arts skills. The last time I saw him, he was in a place called Yuebin Inn in Chang'an.

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