"Hunting for Beauties in the Martial World" - Chapter 65: Martial Arts Tournament for Marriage

Announcement to the Baili family: We now have a daughter named Bing, who is exceptionally talented and ranks sixth in this year's Celestial Beauty Ranking. Her beauty is as lovely as a peach blossom, as radiant as an autumn chrysanthemum, and as graceful as a spring pine. She is like a light cloud veiling the moon, or a drifting snowflake in the wind. She is now in her teens, but sadly, she is still unmarried.
Now, invitations are being sent out to all young heroes from across the land, inviting them to Hangzhou to participate in a martial arts contest to find a husband. The contest will be held on October 28th. Any unmarried young hero between the ages of 30 and 16 who is confident in his literary and martial talents may participate. The winner will marry Baili Bing and live happily ever after.
The news of the Baili family's rise on September 28th immediately caused a sensation in the martial arts world. Who is Baili Bing? She is the sixth most beautiful woman in this year's Celestial Beauty Ranking. The Baili family is one of the four great families in the martial arts world, a famous and prestigious clan. In an instant, it attracted young talents from all walks of life to Hangzhou, hoping to win the beauty's heart.
As the saying goes, "Above is heaven, below are Suzhou and Hangzhou." Hangzhou boasts a long history, dating back over a thousand years to the Qin Dynasty when it was established as a county. Humans have lived and thrived here for over four thousand years. The Wuyue Kingdom of the Five Dynasties and the Southern Song Dynasty both established their capitals here, making it one of the seven ancient capitals of China. Hangzhou is a renowned historical and cultural city, historically known for its flourishing literary tradition, with numerous scholars and poets born or serving here. Notable figures include Bai Juyi, a Tang Dynasty poet; Su Shi, a Northern Song Dynasty writer; and Lu You, a patriotic poet of the Southern Song Dynasty. Hangzhou possesses many beautiful sights, such as Lingyin Temple, Feilai Peak, Yue Fei Temple, Liuhe Pagoda, Leifeng Pagoda, Qianwang Mausoleum, and the Imperial Ancestral Temple, all of which captivate visitors. However, Hangzhou itself is breathtakingly beautiful; the scenic spots are merely embellishments.
When talking about Hangzhou, one cannot help but mention West Lake. If Hangzhou is paradise, then West Lake is the heart of paradise.
West Lake is a poem, a natural painting, and a beautiful and moving story. Whether you've lived here for years or are just a passing traveler, you'll be captivated by its unparalleled beauty. In the warm spring of March, orioles sing and grasses grow tall. The Su and Bai causeways are lined with peach and willow trees, and the water ripples on both sides, dotted with boats. In the distance, the mountains are shrouded in mist, their green hues shimmering. Walking on the causeway at this time, you will be amazed by the scenery before you, even captivated, wondering if you have entered a fairyland.
The beauty of West Lake is not limited to spring. In summer, the lotus flowers stretch to the sky, the Three Pools bathed in moonlight in autumn nights, and the red plum blossoms casting sparse shadows after winter snow. There are also the warbling of orioles in the misty willows and the pavilions in the drizzling rain. No matter when you come, you will appreciate its extraordinary charm.
The world-famous Ten Scenes of West Lake were formed during the Southern Song Dynasty. They are basically distributed around West Lake, and some are located on the lake itself.
The ten scenic spots of West Lake—Su Causeway in Spring Dawn, Lotus in the Breeze at Quyuan Garden, Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake, Remnant Snow on the Broken Bridge, Orioles Singing in the Willows, Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor, Sunset Glow over Leifeng Pagoda, Twin Peaks Piercing the Clouds, Evening Bell at Nanping Hill, and Three Pools Mirroring the Moon—each has its own unique charm, and together they represent the essence of the ancient West Lake's scenic beauty. Therefore, both locals and tourists alike speak highly of them. No wonder Su Dongpo wrote in his poem: "If you want to compare West Lake to Xi Shi, it is beautiful whether lightly or heavily adorned!"
Hangzhou is a beautiful place, not only with beautiful mountains and waters, but also with beautiful people. That's why it produced beauties like Xi Shi. And now, the most beautiful and famous person in Hangzhou is none other than Baili Bing.
The Baili family of Hangzhou is one of the four great families of the martial arts world. Together with the Shangguan family of the capital, the Dongfang family of Chang'an, and the Beitang family of Sichuan, they occupy the four regions of the Ming Dynasty: east, west, south, and north. The four great families have a long history and hold a prestigious position in the martial arts world, just like the six major sects. Whenever a major event occurs in the martial arts world, the four great families are always involved.
Today, the Baili family is decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers. Servants are busy going in and out, all with smiles on their faces. The entire Baili family is filled with a joyful atmosphere, as everyone is busy preparing for Baili Bing's martial arts contest to find a husband.
In Baili Wudi's study, Baili Wudi stood before his desk, dressed in fine clothes and a gold belt. His handsome face exuded an air of domineering authority. At this moment, he was gazing intently at a traditional Chinese ink painting of the Qiantang River Tide hanging above his desk. The surging tide in the painting seemed to be swallowing everything in the world, while the people standing on both banks appeared so small. He stared intently at the painting, a surge of emotion rising within Baili Wudi. It was as if his ambition was the surging waters of the Qiantang River, a desire to dominate everything.
Beside Baili Wudi stood a stunningly beautiful young woman. She appeared to be in her early twenties, yet her face held a maturity and composure beyond her years. She wore a pale yellow dress and a floral skirt, which accentuated her slender and graceful figure. Her eyebrows were lightly drawn, and she wore only a touch of powder, her skin soft and delicate, her beauty almost ethereal. Her flowing robes fluttered in the breeze. What a peerless beauty! "Bing'er, how are the preparations for the martial arts contest to choose a husband going?"
Baili Wudi, who was deep in thought, suddenly turned to the girl beside him and asked her a question. His tone was gentle and his eyes were full of affection, like a loving father looking at his beloved daughter.
"Father, the people outside have almost finished setting up the venue. The six major sects of the martial arts world, as well as other martial arts families and gangs, have also sent people. Currently, apart from the people from the six major sects and a few families staying at our Baili family's residence, the other martial arts sects and some martial arts practitioners without a sect are staying in several large restaurants in the city."
The girl beside Baili Wudi was calm and composed, reporting to him methodically.
Indeed, standing beside Baili Wudi was his beloved daughter, Baili Bing, the eldest daughter of the Baili family. She was also the protagonist of this martial arts contest for marriage, the object of everyone's admiration and pursuit. Baili Bing was naturally beautiful, intelligent, and studious. At the age of twelve, she was already famous in Yuhang for her extensive knowledge of ancient and modern times, poetry, songs, music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. At sixteen, she was renowned for her beauty, being the most beautiful woman in Hangzhou. She and Qin Yao, the most famous courtesan in Jiangnan, were known as the "Two Beauties of Jiangnan." And at the age of twenty, she was selected by the Shenji Sect as the sixth most beautiful fairy in this year's Celestial Immortal Ranking. She truly had both fame and beauty!
In comparison, her brother Baili Junjie was rather incompetent. For the sake of a peasant girl, he actually strained his relationship with Baili Wudi.
In truth, Baili Junjie wasn't really that bad. On the contrary, he was not only handsome and dashing, but also possessed exceptional natural talent and intelligence, no less than his sister's. He was accomplished in both literature and martial arts. However, this young man was naturally detached from worldly desires and detached from worldly affairs, seemingly born to be a monk. Yet, he was also attached to the mortal world and, like everyone else, couldn't transcend worldly desires when it came to matters of the heart. Ever since his encounter with Zhi'er, a farm girl from outside Hangzhou, during a picnic, he had fallen deeply in love with her, unable to extricate himself. When Baili Wudi learned of this, he vehemently opposed it. The father and son even ignored each other for two or three months because of this. In the end, it was only through the intervention of Baili Bing and his mother, Beitang Feng, that Baili Wudi's anger was temporarily appeased.
Two days later, Baili Junjie went to visit Zhi'er again, only to find the place deserted and her figure nowhere to be seen. Baili Junjie asked everyone in the surrounding village, but no one knew where they had gone. He thought to himself that her family must have left under pressure from his father. Thinking of this, Baili Junjie was furious. He ran home and had a big fight with Baili Wudi. After that, the father and son ignored each other and became like strangers. Baili Junjie became despondent and spent his days in brothels, wasting his life. From then on, the brothels of Hangzhou had another heartbroken man, which made all the ladies of Hangzhou, whether from noble families or ordinary households, feel sorry for him.
Seeing his daughter's maturity and composure, Baili Wudi felt comforted, but the thought of his good-for-nothing son filled him with anger. How could he have given birth to such an unfilial and disloyal son? No matter how good his daughter was, she would eventually marry out, and the Baili family would ultimately be handed over to his son. But how could he rest easy knowing his son remained so dejected?
"Bing'er, have you thought this through? This concerns your lifelong happiness. Your father doesn't want you to sacrifice your happiness because of the Baili family's great cause."
Baili Wudi said with a face full of reluctance, his heart filled with guilt.
"Father, please don't say that. For the sake of the revival of our Baili family, I am willing to endure any hardship. Father and Mother have raised me for so many years and always regarded me as the apple of your eye. Now it is time for me to repay you."
Bai Libing spoke firmly, making it hard to believe that such a delicate woman possessed such courage, willing to sacrifice her lifelong happiness for the prosperity of her family.
Hearing his daughter's words, Baili Wudi was comforted and sighed that raising a daughter was better than raising a son. "Alas, it's all my fault. My Baili family was so glorious in the hands of my ancestors, but it has declined in my hands. Now I have to let my daughter shoulder the heavy responsibility of reviving the family. I am ashamed! If your mother knew about our plan, I'm afraid she would never forgive me in this lifetime!"
"Don't worry, Father. As long as you and I don't tell, how will Mother know the truth? Mother has always thought that I did it willingly, and she won't suspect anything."
Bai Libing comforted her.
"Sigh, I hope so! But Bing'er, if you meet a man you truly love at this marriage contest, then go for it! I don't want you to regret it for the rest of your life!"
Baili Wudi said with some guilt.
"Father, you don't need to worry about this. I'll handle it myself."
Baili Bing replied that she also longed to meet a suitable husband, but family business came first. Even if the time came, she would rather sever all romantic ties than let the plan fall apart.
"Alas, I've truly wronged you. Your father has finally come to terms with it. Nothing is more precious than family harmony than social standing. Back then, I was determined to have your brother marry the daughter of the leader of the Grand Canal Gang, but I never imagined things would turn out this way. If I hadn't stopped your brother back then, perhaps he wouldn't be like this now. But it's too late for regrets now. Because of the sudden departure of that girl's family, your brother hates me to the core, and I'm afraid he will never forgive me in this lifetime."
At this moment, Baili Wudi no longer possessed any of the dignity of a patriarch; he was instead the image of a kind old father.
Hearing that her father had come to his senses, Baili Bing was overjoyed. She tugged at Baili Wudi's sleeve and said happily, "Father, don't blame yourself. It's never too late to mend things. As long as we send someone to find them, my elder brother will naturally forgive you!"
Baili Wudi gave a bitter smile and said, "It's easier said than done. In fact, I had already sent people out to look for their whereabouts, but they seemed to have vanished into thin air. No matter how much manpower I used, I couldn't find out even a trace of them."
"What should we do? Are we just going to let Father and Elder Brother waste their lives like this, never speaking to each other again?"
Bai Libing said anxiously.
"Now we can only take it one step at a time. As long as he can support the Baili family, even if he never forgives me for the rest of his life, I will have no complaints."
Baili Wudi said, but could he really not care?
"father!"
"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. The conference starts in two days, so you should go back and prepare. Go on!"
Baili Wudi waved his hand.
Baili Bing wanted to say something, but she had to stop. As soon as she left Baili Wudi's study, she saw a handsome young man in blue walking down the corridor. He was about to push open the door in front of him when she quickly called out, "Big Brother!" It turned out that the man in blue was Baili Junjie. He paused for a moment after hearing Baili Bing's call and turned around.
"Big brother, why don't you go and see Father? He's been working so hard lately, please go and check on him!"
Baili Bing and Baili Junjie walked side by side in the back garden. Seeing that he remained silent, Baili Bing couldn't help but plead.
"Sister, please don't mention him to me, okay? I don't want to hear about him anymore."
Baili Junjie was stubbornly persistent.
"Big brother, please don't be so stubborn. Father has already regretted it and is now sending people everywhere to search for Sister Zhi'er's family. We should have news of them soon!"
Bai Libing said.
"Hmph, now you realize you're wrong? But the world is so vast, where are you going to find him? Let's wait until he finds him!"
Baili Junjie said dismissively, then changed the subject, "Let's not talk about my affairs anymore, let's talk about your martial arts contest to find a husband! What, you're not going to tell me that you did it voluntarily, are you?"
"Of course! As the eldest daughter of the prestigious Baili family, I, Baili Bing, can only choose a suitable man through a grand martial arts event like this. If I were to marry just anyone, wouldn't I lose face?"
Baili Bing dared not look Baili Junjie in the eye and spoke evasively to him.
"Hmph, keep pretending. Don't think I don't know what you and that old man are thinking. I advise you to pull back from the brink and turn back before things get out of control!"
Who is Baili Junjie? How could he be fooled by a few lies?
"Ugh, what's with all this 'old man, old man' stuff? It sounds awful! He's our father, can you please stop calling him that? Otherwise, I'm not going to talk to you as my older brother anymore!"
Baili Bing shouted in dissatisfaction.
Baili Junjie ignored her complaints, saying, "I've said my piece, whether you listen or not is up to you. I'm leaving now!"
After saying that, he turned and left, leaving Baili Bing alone in the garden, stunned.
Reaching the doorway, Baili Junjie glanced back at his sister, who was still standing motionless in the garden. He muttered to himself, "Since you won't listen to me, don't blame me for ruining the marriage contest. How can my brother-in-law be chosen from among those fame-seeking scions of noble families?"
This guy seems to have forgotten that he is also from a prestigious family, and the kind who is extremely decadent.
Long Yi left Baijiabao on September 28th. On the way, when he heard about the "Martial Arts Contest for Marriage", he rushed to Hangzhou overnight, heading straight for the contest. Long Yi arrived in Hangzhou on October 27th, just one day before the Baili family's martial arts contest for marriage.
After traveling for so long, Long Yi went straight to a hotel to eat as soon as he entered Hangzhou. He was so tired that he didn’t even look at the name of the hotel. As soon as he entered the restaurant, he was hit by a wave of heat. He saw that there were many diners in the restaurant, all of them with flushed faces and making a lot of noise.
After Long Yi chose a seat by the window, the waiter came over to greet him. He ordered several of the hotel's signature dishes and ate quietly. While eating, Long Yi listened to the discussions among the martial arts practitioners about the Baili family holding a martial arts contest to find a husband for Baili Bing.
A man sitting next to Long Yi said to the man at the same table, "Logically speaking, the Baili family is so powerful and wealthy, and Baili Bing is the sixth most beautiful woman on the Heavenly Immortal Ranking. Does she really need to choose a son-in-law like this?"
Another said, "Everyone in the world is puzzled by this matter, but no one can guess the reason. This has given the young heroes of the martial arts world a stage to show their skills. In the past few days, the number of people who have signed up has exceeded a thousand. Everyone is going for the Baili family and Baili Bing. Who cares about the schemes and plots? As long as you win on the stage, you will be the son-in-law of the Baili family. Are you afraid that the Baili family will go back on their word in front of the entire martial arts world?"
"Yes, yes! I just wonder which rascal will be the lucky one to stumble upon this good fortune!"
"Judging from the current registration situation, the most promising candidates are Xiao Yunfeng of Wudang, known as one of the Four Young Masters of the Martial World, Song Jian of Taishan, Yang Wu of Huashan, and Murong Xiaopeng of the Murong family. However, even if they don't win the top prize, being able to showcase themselves among the heroes of the world and spar with the top ten masters on the list of young talents is still a reward."
After listening to what the two burly men had to say, Long Yi became even more interested in the martial arts contest to find a husband. After finishing his meal and paying the bill, he went to the Baili family to register for the contest. Then he found an inn next to the Baili family to stay and rest, waiting for the martial arts contest to begin the next day.

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