[Wuxia] Embroidered Robes and Cloud-like Hair (Complete) - 28

Chapter Thirty-Four: Boundless Good Fortune.

The valley was filled with heroes, a cacophony of voices and discussions, countless piercing eyes fixed on the colorful pavilion of Jiugongbao. Upon seeing this, Zhu Caidie immediately remarked humorously, "Sister Die, look, all these eyes are on you!"

Before she finished speaking, Deng Zhengtong smiled smugly and chimed in with a witty reply, "No way, they're probably just admiring my daughter's incredible archery skills and unparalleled beauty." This caused everyone to burst into laughter, completely oblivious to the impending threat.

Deng Lizhu, delighted, was about to scold him when Jin Jianying, his smile fading, urged, "Miss Deng and Brother Zhong, hurry on! The Diancang Sect's horses have already entered." With that, he strode out of the pavilion and waved towards the opposite ridge.

Meanwhile, Deng Lizhu and Xiao Li Guang were already walking down the path into the valley. Chen Zhenduo, on the opposite ridge, had already understood and immediately dispatched three strong guards to lead Xiao Qing, Xiao Hong, and Xiao Li Guang's dappled horses down the valley. Xiao Qing was a prized steed, Xiao Hong a fine horse chosen from among thousands, and Xiao Li Guang's dappled horse was also a tall and well-fed thoroughbred. Upon seeing these three magnificent horses with golden saddles and silver stirrups, the assembled heroes erupted in cheers. Xiao Qing and Xiao Hong, especially powerful, simultaneously raised their heads and let out a long, angry neigh, their loud cries echoing throughout the valley.

At this moment, Deng Lizhu and Xiao Li Guang arrived before Jiang Tiantao, bowing and calling him "Young Master." Jiang Tiantao exchanged a few pleasantries with "White Whip" Wei Jigao, and the three guards leading the horses moved forward. Xiaoqing, Xiaohong, and Huanghuama, upon seeing Jiang Tiantao, Deng Lizhu, and Xiao Liguang, immediately wagged their tails and neighed softly, each of them stroking their horse's mane. Fighting on horseback requires not only quick eyes and hands, and superb skill, but also masterful horsemanship and agility to defeat the enemy.

Jiang Tiantao had already observed the physique and weapons of "Black Demon God" and "Flying Hammer Tyrant," and thus couldn't help but worry about the safety of Deng Lizhu and "Xiao Liguang." The heroes throughout the valley, seeing the "Diancang Sect's" Flying Hammer Tyrant and Black Demon God, couldn't help but secretly sweat for Jiang Tiantao and his companions. After all, fighting on horseback is not as comfortable as fighting on foot. Especially seeing a beautiful and charming young girl like Deng Lizhu, how could she possibly be a match for the fierce and powerful Flying Hammer Tyrant and Black Demon God? However, some argued that it was obvious they had a good chance of winning by sending a young man of only twenty-four or twenty-five years old and a beautiful young woman instead of the renowned veterans of Jiugongbao.

At this moment, "White Whip" Wei Jigao, leading "Black Fiend" and "Flying Hammer Overlord," arrived at the west side of the arena. The three huddled together, meticulously planning their move. Black Fiend was the first to approach a black horse. Upon seeing this, the crowd immediately stirred, and the discussions grew even more heated. Black Fiend reached the black horse, swayed his shoulder, and leaped onto it, forcing the horse to stumble back several steps before letting out a furious neigh. Seeing this display of power, many of the heroes paled and turned to look at Jiang Tiantao.

Seeing that the Black Demon of the Diancang Sect had already mounted his horse, Jiang Tiantao said to Little Li Guang, "Brother Xie, take the first battle, but don't fight recklessly."

Little Li Guang respectfully agreed, took the dappled horse from the guard, leaped onto the saddle, and spurred the horse forward with a long neigh. The crowd of heroes, seeing Little Li Guang riding the dappled horse, dressed in silver, with tiger-like eyebrows and bright eyes, a round, plump face, and carrying a bright silver spear with a red tassel, looking majestic and imposing, like Luo Cheng, the young general of the Tang Dynasty, couldn't help but cheer. Seeing the heroes cheering for him, Little Li Guang's spirits lifted. Reaching the edge of the arena, he quickly turned his horse, hooked the reins to the saddle, and held the silver spear upside down, ready to fight.

Dozens of feet away, the Black Demon immediately raised his eyebrows and glared, letting out a booming voice, "Little Li Guang of 'Nine Palaces Fortress,' are you ready?" "

Little Li Guang raised his tiger-like eyebrows,

his eyes blazing with anger, and shouted loudly, 'Since I am already in position, why ask a question I already know the answer to? Come at me!' Upon hearing this, Black Fiend was instantly enraged. He clashed his two hammers together, roared, and spurred his horse straight into the arena. Little Li Guang spurred his horse forward, his tiger-like eyes fixed on the charging Black Fiend, and rode to meet him. At this moment, the entire valley fell silent. All eyes were focused on the arena. Apart from the rapid hoofbeats of the two sword-wielding horses, no other sound could be heard.

Right in the center of the arena, the two horses arrived simultaneously. Black Fiend Yang Da Leng, with his left hammer, swung it in the air, and with his right hammer, he unleashed a powerful strike, 'Five Mountains Cover the Top,' with a roar that was terrifying and unstoppable." Knowing the devastating power of a hammer blow, "Little Li Guang" (a nickname for a powerful general) roared, kneeled his horse, twisted his body, and thrust his spear forward with a "forceful deflection," deftly deflecting the hammer's downward momentum, sending sparks flying.

Black Demon's hammer, deflected by Little Li Guang, swayed precariously, nearly causing him to fall from his horse. Startled, Black Demon regained his footing, roared, and swung his left hammer in a powerful backhand sweep, creating a gust of wind as it hurtled towards Little Li Guang, who was galloping past. Little Li Guang hadn't expected Black Demon's sudden change of attack and, unable to parry, could only muster all his strength, forcefully using the butt of his spear to deflect the hammer. A resounding clang of metal rang out, followed by a shower of sparks. Little Li Guang

groaned, his body swaying, his arms numb and weak, his vision blurring. The force of the impact caused his horse to let out a deafening neigh. Upon seeing this, the assembled heroes were once again astonished, and those with ties to the Diancang Sect immediately cheered. "Little Li Guang" Zhong Qing, upon hearing this, was instantly enraged. He quickly regained his footing, turned his horse around, and thrust his spear fiercely at the charging "Black Demon God." The "Black Demon God," having landed a blow, was greatly encouraged. His two hammers danced, and he roared repeatedly. His left hammer was poised to meet the spear, while his right hammer awaited an opportunity to strike, making his momentum particularly frightening.

Although Little Li Guang was furious, he still remembered Jiang Tiantao and Jin Jianying's warning against reckless fighting. Seeing the Black Demon God's fierce approach, he dared not take the risk. So, a thought struck him. As soon as the Black Demon God was close, he shouted, quickly kneeling on his horse. With a flick of his wrist, his spear unleashed three cherry blossom-like attacks, stabbing the Black Demon God in the upper, middle, and lower body. The Black Demon God, unaware of the trap, let out a strange cry and brought down both hammers simultaneously.

Just as Black Demon God unleashed his double hammers, Little Li Guang had already spurred his horse to Black Demon God's right rear. With a roar, he swung his spear like thunder, creating a whistling sound, and smashed it down on Black Demon God's lower back. Black Demon God's hammers missed their mark. Realizing the danger, he roared and swung his right hammer to protect his waist, but it was too late. With a loud thud, Little Li Guang's gleaming silver spear struck him squarely.

Black Demon God let out a muffled groan, staggering and nearly falling from his horse. Fortunately, he was tough and resilient, and he turned to swing his hammers. But before he could fully utilize his hammers, the tip of Little Li Guang's spear had already reached his ribs. With a soft tearing sound, the black robe from his ribs to his waist was ripped open by Little Li Guang's spear tip. The crowd of heroes roared with cheers. Little Li Guang, having struck with his spear, spurred his horse and galloped out of the circle. Black Demon God looked down and, enraged, slammed his hammers down, sparks flying, his wounds splitting open, and he howled in pain.

Just then, Wei Jigao, pale-faced, suddenly shouted loudly, "Sixth Brother, please come back!"

Little Li Guang galloped to Jiang Tiantao, dismounted, and immediately bowed with shame, saying, "Bei Ti almost failed, but fortunately, I have not failed in my mission."

Jiang Tiantao smiled modestly and said, "Brother Xie's return attack was truly brilliant. You are worthy of the title 'Little Li Guang.' I sincerely admire you."

Little Li Guang clasped his hands and bowed, repeatedly saying respectfully, "Bei Ti dares not, Young Master, you flatter me."

As soon as he finished speaking, a deafening shout came from the west side of the arena: "Who is the next one in the Nine Palaces Fortress?"

Jiang Tiantao and the other two looked over and saw the bare-chested, broad-shouldered, and stout "Flying Hammer Overlord," holding a flying caltrop hammer, already sitting on his horse at the side of the arena. Deng Lizhu was furious upon seeing this. With a delicate snort, she leaped onto her horse, turned her head, and charged straight at "Flying Hammer Overlord." Upon seeing her, "Flying Hammer Tyrant" glared, let out a loud laugh, and spurred his horse to meet her.

Deng Lizhu's red horse was a rare gem, one in a million, galloping with lightning speed, like a red cloud, reaching "Flying Hammer Tyrant's" horse in the blink of an eye. "Flying Hammer Tyrant" hadn't expected Deng Lizhu's red horse to be so fast; startled, he hastily swung his flying hammer, letting out a roar as he launched his attack. But just as he released his grip on the rope, a red shadow flashed, his vision blurred, and a gust of wind swept past, striking his bulging belly with Deng Lizhu's arched back.

"Flying Hammer Tyrant" cried out in surprise, his face changing drastically. He hurriedly swung his arm to retract his hammer. Deng Lizhu, eager to make a name for herself and become famous, did not intend to knock "Flying Hammer Tyrant" off his horse with a single bow strike. At this moment, as the flying horse passed by, she quickly turned around, raised her red bow, and swiftly performed the "Looking Back at the Moon" technique. The bowstring twanged, and a flash of silver light, as fast as lightning, aimed directly at "Flying Hammer Tyrant's" bald head. With a soft thud, a strange cry erupted, and with a whoosh, the flat silver bullet grazed "Flying Hammer Tyrant's" scalp and flew into the air.

The wildly cheering heroes, upon seeing this, immediately burst into laughter, many shouting, "Excellent bowing technique!"

"Absolutely brilliant!" "

Flying Hammer Tyrant, turning back on his horse, was pale and covered in cold sweat. He hurriedly touched his bald head with his left hand, finding that although his scalp was numb and burning, it was not broken and bleeding. He became even more enraged. With a strange howl, he swung his hammer and spurred his horse, charging straight at Deng Lizhu, who was turning her horse back. Deng Lizhu smiled, her cherry lips parted in a smile, her willow eyebrows slightly raised, her delicate face

full of mischief. She held a bow in her left hand and a slingshot in her right, facing Flying Hammer Ba head-on. Jiang Tiantao, Jin Jianying, and the others, seeing Deng Lizhu facing him head-on, realized it was a grave mistake and grew secretly anxious. However, Deng Lizhu paid no heed. Once she was seven zhang away, she immediately nocked a slingshot and fired three cold stars straight at Flying Hammer Ba's ears and crown. Flying Hammer Ba was enraged, his eyes wide with fury, wishing he could knock Deng Lizhu off her horse with a single blow.

Seeing the three cold stars rushing towards him, he had no choice but to lean back, pressing his face against the saddle. The three cold stars flew past his face, a truly terrifying moment. He quickly straightened up and looked again, but Deng Lizhu's horse had vanished from his sight. Flying Hammer knew things were going badly; the opponent's red horse was too fast. In a flash, he hastily turned his horse around, and two sharp thuds echoed as the two cold stars reached the horse's knees. The horse staggered, let out a furious neigh, and crashed to the ground. Flying Hammer roared, leaped up, and saw that Deng Lizhu on the red horse had already run off the field. He could only angrily pull his horse towards the west side of the field.

"White Whip" Wei Jigao, his face ashen with rage, trembling slightly, glared venomously at Jiang Tiantao before resolutely taking the horse and leaping onto the saddle.

At this moment, Deng Lizhu had reached Jiang Tiantao, dismounted, and immediately said with a smile, "Brother Tao, hurry up, Wei Jigao of the Bright Silver Whip is already mounted."

Jiang Tiantao originally wanted to praise Deng Lizhu, but seeing that Wei Jigao, the leader of Diancang Sect, was already sitting high on his horse waiting for him, he had no choice but to take Xiaoqing from the guard, mount his horse, and gallop eastward. Upon reaching the eastern edge of the field, he found that Wei Jigao, dozens of feet away, had already withdrawn his Bright Silver Whip. At the same time, he noticed that Wei Jigao's face was filled with murderous intent and resentment. So, he drew his sword horizontally, and with a clang, a flash of cold light appeared, and a brilliant display of color was seen. Only a magnificent cold light was visible, and the blade and tip of the sword could not be seen. As soon as

the Bright Silver Whip was drawn, Wei Jigao, dozens of feet away, immediately shouted and charged at him on horseback. Jiang Tiantao wielded the staff in one hand and controlled the reins in the other. With a gentle flick of the reins, Xiao Qing raised its head and neighed angrily, unleashing its full power. It galloped like lightning, its form as wisp of green smoke, charging straight towards the oncoming Wei Jigao. The assembled heroes were stunned. A horse as powerful and swift as Xiao Qing was indeed extraordinary.

"White Whip!" Wei Jigao, seeing Xiao Qing's incredible speed, was greatly surprised and involuntarily brandished his gleaming silver whip, shouting repeatedly. Jiang Tiantao's aim was to force his opponent to back down, while also intimidating the other sects. Once Wei Jigao was about seven or eight zhang away, Jiang Tiantao shouted, and Xiao Qing soared into the air, flying straight towards Wei Jigao's head.

Upon seeing this, Wei Jigao was terrified. His heart raced, and he instinctively ducked and crouched low. With a thunderous roar, Xiaoqing, carrying a whirlwind of energy, flew from Wei Jigao's back through the air. The assembled heroes, witnessing this, were awestruck, their voices booming like a raging torrent, a deafening roar that shook the heavens. As soon as Xiaoqing landed, Jiang Tiantao lunged forward a few steps, then yanked the reins. Xiaoqing neighed in pain, then suddenly stood upright, spun twice, and spurred her horse to chase after Wei Jigao.

Xiaoqing, head held high, mane bristling, tail whipping like a broom, neighed angrily, moving with lightning speed. The assembled heroes, witnessing this, roared with ferocity, their movements like madness, continuing relentlessly. Wei Jigao, hunched over his saddle, was filled with shock, anxiety, panic, and anger. Only after Jiang Tiantao had galloped past did he remember to shout and lash out with his whip. He struck nothing, feeling both ashamed and furious. He angrily spurred his horse, preparing for a final, all-out attack. Before the horse could turn back, a dazzling display of colors, accompanied by the rapid clatter of hooves, arrived before him.

Wei Jigao was startled, realizing Jiang Tiantao had already galloped back. In a panic, he shouted and blindly lashed out with his whip. A sharp clang of metal rang out, sparks flying. Wei Jigao's blood rushed to his head, his right arm went numb, and he swayed several times, nearly falling from his horse. Wei Jigao's face was pale, and sweat poured down his face. Although he knew Jiang Tiantao was galloping towards him, his eyes still shimmered with a dazzling display of colors. He controlled his wildly spinning horse with his left hand, his right arm half-bent, the gleaming silver whip resting limply on the saddle, and he frantically searched for Jiang Tiantao.

When he saw Jiang Tiantao, sword drawn, reined in his horse, and stopped three zhang away, he raised an eyebrow and glared, saying sharply, "Winning by relying on your horse's speed is dishonorable, and I am truly unconvinced."

Jiang Tiantao laughed loudly and said, "Since Sect Leader Wei says so, I am very willing to exchange a few more blows with you on horseback."

Wei Jigao was already terrified and had no desire to dismount and fight again. Therefore, he deliberately snorted coldly and said disdainfully, "Our sect chose horse combat; how could we go back on our word?" "I've already invited gossip from the world, but I will still challenge you at the next conference."

Jiang Tiantao laughed loudly again, "Sect Leader Wei, if you miss today, I'm afraid you'll never have another chance to challenge me."

How could Wei Jigao not understand Jiang Tiantao's meaning? At the next conference, he would have to start from the third level of the third rank, defeating the third-rank Xueshan and Qiongxia sects, and the second-rank Kongtong, Emei, Kunlun, and Changbai sects, before he would be qualified to challenge Jiugongbao. How easy would it be to defeat six sect leaders and grandmasters in half a day? Even if he passed one stage at each conference, he would still have to wait thirty-five years before he could challenge Jiang Tiantao again.

Thinking this, his face flushed red, and he said in a deep voice, "You think I dare not go to Jiugongbao?"

Jiang Tiantao was furious upon hearing this, and laughed arrogantly, saying, "Sect Leader Wei, please rest assured, I am ready to teach you at any time."

Wei Jigao snorted again, turned his horse around, and rode off sullenly. Just as he urged his horse on, a loud, booming shout suddenly rang out from the north pavilion: "Sect Leader Wei, wait! There's also Zhang Shitou, the leader of the Great Hong Mountain!"

Jiang Tiantao frowned upon hearing this, and looked in the direction of the voice. He saw Zhang Shitou, with a belly as big as a drum, waving at Wei Jigao while walking towards the central passage. Upon hearing this, Wei Jigao, nicknamed "Bright Whip," had no choice but to stop his horse. According to the tournament rules, although the Great Hong Mountain Master was three ranks and more than ten levels below him, as the new Dragon Head, he had the right to request advancement from the tournament. Although Bright Whip had lost to Jiang Tiantao, he didn't take the Great Hong Mountain Master Zhang Shitou seriously. Moreover, he was determined to defeat Zhang Shitou to regain some lost face.

Zhang Shitou stood in the middle of the passage, facing the "Master Yuantai," who was dozens of levels above him, and clasped his hands in a fist salute, loudly proclaiming, "Old abbot of the Shaolin School, listen up! I, Zhang Shitou, originally didn't want to compete for fame and fortune, nor did I intend to request an advancement challenge. However, my junior sister said I was spineless, so I had to bite the bullet and come out to ask you for permission to advance." This caused many people to laugh. Although many wanted to know who his junior sister was and how powerful she was, they were too far away to ask.

Master Yuantai had already stood up from his chair. Knowing Zhang Shitou was a simpleton, he paid no heed to his coarse language. He first returned the greeting with his palms together, then asked loudly, "Does Master Zhang intend to challenge the Diancang Sect?"

Zhang Shitou nodded, then pointed to the Qiongxia Sect's pavilion and continued, "And that one surnamed Shanyu." Upon hearing this, many among the assembled heroes were stunned, not expecting this Master Hong to possess such ambition and boldness.

Master Yuantai frowned, worriedly asking, "Master Zhang, are you confident you can fight two sect leaders and grandmasters?"

Zhang Shitou replied without hesitation, "Of course I, Zhang Shitou, have the ability! Otherwise, wouldn't I be disgracing my master?"

Master Yuantai, hearing Zhang Shitou's foolish words, didn't bother to ask who Zhang Shitou's master was. To honor Zhang Shitou as the leader, and considering that he was in accordance with the rules of the tournament, he could only nod slightly and ask, "Will Master Zhang choose fist or palm techniques, or weapons?"

Zhang Shitou, unconcerned, said in a deep voice, "Let them do as they please. Chariot battles, horse battles, land battles—I, Zhang Shitou, can handle it all."

The crowd laughed even louder, as many began to suspect Zhang Shitou might be a madman, but others believed he lacked the confidence and dared not challenge him. Master Yuantai, though displeased, maintained a benevolent facade. He glanced at the setting sun and hesitated, saying, "Time is running out; I'm afraid we won't have time for six more battles?"

Zhang Shitou waved his hand dismissively, saying, "That's alright. Challenges are for advancement. Anyway, the battle is decided on the sect leader. I'll fight the one surnamed Wei first, then that Shan Yutian..." The crowd laughed even harder, judging by his boastful tone; defeating the Diancang sect leader, "Bai Liangbian," seemed like a piece of cake. The "Luoying Swordsman" of the Qiongxia sect and "Bai Liangbian" of the Diancang sect were already livid with rage, their faces ashen and trembling.

Master Yuantai frowned, concerned, and said, "Isn't Master Zhang working too hard?"

Zhang Shitou chuckled, shook his large head, and said arrogantly in a deep voice, "To be honest, old monk, Jiang Tiantao of Jiugongbao is my junior sister's husband, and I, Zhang Shitou, am his senior brother-in-law. I defeated him, but I was afraid my junior sister would be angry. Otherwise, I, Zhang Shitou, really wouldn't have let him off the hook." Upon hearing this, the crowd burst into laughter, instantly drowning out the tense atmosphere.

Under the colorful tent of the "Three Hairpins Gang," the air was filled with sweet chatter and boisterous laughter, and countless gleaming eyes were all fixed on Jiang Tiantao on horseback in the arena. Seeing Zhang Shitou's unrestrained speech and lack of manners, and his apparent disregard for even Master Yuantai of the Shaolin School, Jiang Tiantao couldn't help but shake his head in dismay. Amidst the laughter and chatter of the crowd, especially seeing Jiang Tiantao's helpless expression, they began to speculate about who the "young mistress" of Jiugongbao was.

Rumors circulated that Xiao Xiangzhen of the Three Beauties Gang was already heavily pregnant, leading everyone to believe that Zhang Shitou's junior sister was the Rainbow Dragon Girl. Just then, under the colorful canopy of Jiugongbao, a flash of red appeared. Zhu Caidie had snatched the vermilion slingshot and a silver bullet from Deng Lizhu. With a sharp cry, she raised the bow and released the bullet. A cold, silvery line shot straight towards Zhang Shitou's head.

The crowd gasped in surprise, many shouting, and chaos erupted. Even Master Yuantai and the leaders and experts of the various sects under the canopy were stunned. Zhu Caidie's shot was remarkably accurate. With a crisp crack, the flat silver bullet struck Zhang Shitou squarely on the head, bouncing into the air with a thud. The crowd gasped in astonishment, completely dumbfounded.

Zhang Shitou rubbed his head, his head throbbing with pain, pointed at Zhu Caidie, and looked at Master Yuantai with a wronged but serious expression, saying, "Old monk, look, I was just talking about her beloved son-in-law, Jiang Tiantao. I haven't even dared to challenge 'Nine Palaces Fortress,' and my junior sister is already making a fuss."

Upon hearing this, many of the heroes' expressions changed instantly. No one had expected that Zhang Shitou's mentor was actually the "Golden Blind Nun" of Mount Fanjing, and that his junior sister was actually Zhu Caidie. Judging from that flat silver bullet just now, this guy clearly possessed a set of external martial arts skills; otherwise, he would be an iron-headed fool. Then, thinking that the young mistress of "Nine Palaces Fortress" was actually Zhu Caidie, whose swordsmanship was superb and whose lightness skills were terrifying, coupled with the legendary Rainbow Dragon Girl, one could imagine how high the reputation of "Nine Palaces Fortress" would be in the martial arts world in the future.

Xue Danfeng and Wang Yanling both laughed. Wang Yanling whispered to Zhu Caidie, "Sister Die, don't worry, you can't escape your position."

Zhu Caidie blushed upon hearing this, knowing that her marriage was inevitable. With the promise of the "Nine Palaces Fortress"'s principal wife, what else was there to say? She was overjoyed and glanced at Jiang Tiantao.

Waiting impatiently in the audience, "White Whip" Wei Jigao and "Fallen Flower Swordsman" Shan Yutian, trembling with anger, were both stunned. Master Yuantai glanced at the adorable Zhang Shitou, then at the unruly and difficult Zhu Caidie, and waved to the fat monk standing outside the pavilion.

The portly monk faced the assembled heroes and immediately announced loudly, "Master Gong, the new head of Dahong Mountain, Zhang Shitou, requests to fight alone against the leaders of the Diancang and Qiongxia sects, Master Zhang's esteemed master, and also the 'Worry-Free Cave Master' Jin Fei, the blind nun of Fanjing Mountain."

After the announcement, instead of cheering, the crowd erupted in a commotion, a deafening clamor, seemingly discussing whether Bai Liangbian and Luoying Swordsman could win. Of course, based on Zhu Caidie's outstanding performance, most favored Zhang Shitou. At this moment, Zhang Shitou had reached the valley floor. He waved to Jiang Tiantao, nodded, and walked directly into the arena. Jiang Tiantao, not wanting to linger, handed Xiaoqing to the guards and returned to the pavilion.

"Bai Liangbian," Wei Jigao, seeing Zhang Shitou unarmed, had already retracted his whip and leaped off his horse. Zhang Shitou stopped seven steps in front of Wei Jigao, nicknamed "White Whip," his belly bulging out, and he said in a deep voice with a snarling grin, "Sect Leader Wei, time is running out. I still have a match to fight the Fallen Flower Swordsman."

White Whip, already displeased by Zhang Shitou's close proximity, was enraged by his tone, which showed he was completely disregarded. He roared, "Mountain Master Zhang, you've gone too far!" With that, he leaped forward, his left palm striking the air, while his right fist, "Five Thunderbolts to the Top," delivered a powerful blow towards Zhang Shitou's head.

Zhang Shitou chuckled, his eyes rolling back, remaining motionless. Just as Wei Jigao's fist was about to strike, Zhang Shitou's attack suddenly changed. "White Whip" Wei Jigao's punches and palm strikes were all feints, for he was certain Zhang Shitou's head was harder than steel. So, as his fist approached, he suddenly roared, his attack instantly changing. The fist, poised to strike, suddenly shifted, and the left palm, which had been feinting, transformed into "Black Tiger Steals the Heart." With a whoosh, the palm became a fist, fiercely striking Zhang Shitou's large belly.

Zhang Shitou's belly was as big as a drum, his legs short and thick; such a lightning-fast strike was impossible to dodge. A muffled thud was heard as the iron fist struck leather. Wei Jigao howled and flew back eight feet. Zhang Shitou groaned, then laughed heartily. The crowd of heroes, seeing this, immediately erupted in gasps and astonishment.

Zhang Shitou looked closely and saw that "White Whip" Wei Jigao was pale, his brow furrowed in pain, his right hand tightly gripping his left wrist, cold sweat dripping down his face. So, he chuckled and said, "You, surnamed Wei, should have punched my head, not my belly. Now, you'll have to reluctantly sit in my silver-gray chair."

Upon hearing this, Wei Jigao was both shocked and furious. He instantly forgot his hand pain, roared, and leaped forward, swinging his fists like a tiger, raining blows down on Zhang Shitou, his movements frenzied and unstoppable. Zhang Shitou snorted coldly and said, "You, surnamed Wei, I truly admire your backbone..."

Before he finished speaking, Wei Jigao was already upon him, and Zhang Shitou's chest and shoulders took the first few punches. Zhang Shitou didn't care, chuckled, and with a flick of his arms, immediately grabbed Wei Jigao's wrists, shouting, "Fall down!"

With a shout, he gathered his strength, forcefully shaking his arms, lifting Wei Jigao's imposing body, and with a quick kick of his right leg, slammed him to the ground with a thud. Wei Jigao fell flat on his face. Upon seeing this, the heroes of Mangu immediately erupted in exclamations, sighs, and laughter.

Zhang Shitou didn't even glance at Wei Jigao on the ground. Looking up, he saw Shan Yutian, the "Fallen Flower Swordsman" of the Qiongxia Sect, leaping down the steps. He laughed heartily and hurriedly beckoned, "You've come at the right time. Now it's your turn."

Shan Yutian, the "Fallen Flower Swordsman," had suffered repeated setbacks and was already burning with rage. Now, with Zhang Shitou's challenge, he was even more enraged. Not only had he failed to advance after challenging Jiugongbao, but his existing throne was now in jeopardy. Therefore, upon reaching Zhang Shitou, without uttering a word, he lunged forward, his left palm flashing, his right hand extending its middle and index fingers, aiming straight for Zhang Shitou's eyes with lightning speed.

Upon seeing this, Zhang Shitou was immediately enraged. He crouched down and swiftly performed the "Li Wang Tuo Tian" move, grabbing Shan Yutian's right wrist in a flash. Then, he shouted, "Go!" As soon as the word "go" left his mouth, his right palm had already supported Shan Yutian's lower abdomen. Taking advantage of the opponent's flying momentum, he forcefully lifted him up and threw him several feet away.

Everyone thought Zhang Shitou was stupid and foolish, but his performance was unexpectedly swift and clean. The entire valley erupted in thunderous applause, lasting for a long time. Just then, a figure flashed, a shout rang out, and Wei Jigao, who had just gotten up from the ground, leaped forward and caught the flying swordsman. Zhang Shitou didn't even glance at the two men and walked straight towards the high steps.

"Master Yuantai" shook his head with a sigh, glanced sadly at the setting sun, and then waved to the fat monk. This respected old monk, a leader of the martial arts world, couldn't help but worry inwardly whether Shaolin's chief position, the Golden Red Grand Master, could be held tomorrow. The fat monk loudly announced the result of the challenge, and the entire valley erupted in thunderous cheers once again. The leaders and masters of various sects also left their positions.

Jiang Tiantao, leading Wang Yanling, Xue Danfeng, Deng Lizhu, Zhu Caidie, Ma Yunshan, and others, left the decorated pavilion amidst enthusiastic cheers from the crowd. Since it was the end of the gathering, the considerate Chen Zhenduo had already led the horses to the ridge behind the pavilion. Jiang Tiantao politely greeted Master Yuantai, Daoist Hongchen, and the three beauties, Jin, Yin, and Yu, then immediately mounted his horse and rode south along the ridge of the basin valley.

At this time, dusk was deepening, and the arena at the bottom of the valley was already shrouded in gloom. All the masters of the Diancang School surrounded Wei Jigao, while all the disciples and old Daoists of the Qiongxia School surrounded Shan Yutian. They seemed to be sadly reflecting on their actions, regretting challenging "Jiugongbao" today, and especially regretting rushing to get ahead at the foot of Hengling Ridge.

Jiang Tiantao sat upright in his saddle, advancing at a leisurely pace. According to the rules of the conference, it was strictly forbidden for factions to congratulate the victors or offer words of comfort to the vanquished, lest it incur the wrath of other factions and embarrass the defeated. Upon reaching the camp, the mountains and fields were completely dark, but the small green valley was brightly lit. Dozens of guards remaining at the camp held lanterns and torches, shouting a welcome to their victorious young lord. Entering the main council tent, a feast was already prepared. Everyone immediately took their seats, raising their glasses to toast Jiang Tiantao in celebration. Jiang Tiantao modestly declined, but everyone drank in unison.

After finishing his drink, Deng Zhengtong cheerfully announced, "Tomorrow at noon is the Old Dragon Head's challenge for advancement. Only the six old bald monks from the Emei Sect are qualified..."

Upon hearing this, Deng Zhengtong immediately lamented, "If that's really the case, I, the bald-headed one, won't even have a chance to stretch my old bones."

Xie Gan'en, nicknamed "Sai Bian Que," also looked at Deng Zhengtong with amusement and said, "The Emei elders are indeed intimidated. I, 'Sai Bian Que,' am also useless."

Deng Zhengtong was taken aback and asked in confusion, "Why?"

Sai Bian Que shrugged humorously and said, "Because I've prepared a plaster for you in my medicine chest." As soon as he said this, the whole table burst into laughter.

Deng Zhengtong glared, suppressing his laughter, and angrily said, "Go to hell! I, the bald-headed one, am covered in dragon bones and tiger fur. Who would put your plaster on me?" This rebuttal only amplified the cheerful laughter, especially from Xue Danfeng, Wang Yanling, Zhu Caidie, and Deng Lizhu, who laughed so hard their bodies trembled and their eyes welled with tears.

Jiang Tiantao laughed along, but inwardly shook his head with a sigh. These seasoned veterans of the world, carefree and unburdened, had no concept of human sorrow. After the meal, Jiang Tiantao felt good and said, "I'd like to go for a walk."

Wang Yanling and Xue Danfeng exchanged a smile and said to Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu, "Sister Die, Sister Zhu, why don't you go with him?"

Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu blushed slightly and nodded, saying, "Brother Tao, we'll go with you."

Ma Yunshan said, "Young Master, you should return early; the main event is tomorrow. " Jiang

Tiantao nodded, and the three of them went outside. They saw lights twinkling and shadowy figures; some were drinking under the trees, others were setting up tents—all heroes from various places who had come to witness the Dragon Head Assembly. Looking down at the third peak, the lights, like countless stars, stretched as far as the eye could see.

They strolled into the woods, Jiang Tiantao remaining silent, as did Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu. Finally, Deng Lizhu couldn't help but ask, "Brother Tao, why aren't you saying anything? Are you unhappy about coming out with us?"

Zhu Caidie pouted and said, "Yes, if that's the case, I'd better go back and have Sister Xue and Sister Ling come with you."

Jiang Tiantao turned and saw their determined jealous expressions, and couldn't help but laugh. Deng Lizhu asked, "What are you laughing at?"

Jiang Tiantao laughed heartily, "I'm laughing at how jealous you two are." Upon hearing this ,

Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu blushed crimson and lowered their heads. Jiang Tiantao's heart stirred; a young girl's shyness was the most beautiful, especially two such stunning beauties. His heart fluttered, and he reached out and pulled Deng Lizhu and Zhu Caidie into his arms. Deng Lizhu and Zhu Caidie were startled and simultaneously let out a soft moan, falling into Jiang Tiantao's embrace.

Jiang Tiantao looked down at the two women in his arms; both Deng Lizhu and Zhu Caidie were blushing and dared not look up at him. Jiang Tiantao couldn't help but praise, "You two are so beautiful!"

"Really?" Deng Lizhu and Zhu Caidie shyly raised their heads.

With two "tsk" sounds, Jiang Tiantao kissed each of them on the cheek, saying, "Of course, really."

Encouraged by Jiang Tiantao's kiss, Deng Lizhu stood on tiptoe and returned the kiss, and Zhu Caidie, not to be outdone, also returned the kiss. Jiang Tiantao was tickled by the two beauties, and couldn't help but tighten his grip, pressing the two women tightly against his body. He lowered his head and kissed Zhu Caidie's cherry lips—… After a while, Jiang Tiantao finally pulled his mouth away, and Zhu Caidie was panting heavily. Jiang Tiantao naturally wouldn't favor one over the other, so he lowered his head and kissed Deng Lizhu, whose beautiful eyes were tightly closed, head held high, and cherry lips pouting, and they had another round of "saliva exchange"…

Finally, their lips parted, and Deng Lizhu leaned against Jiang Tiantao's chest, panting heavily. It took them a while to catch their breath. One of them said sweetly, "Brother Tao, you're so naughty! I almost suffocated..."

Jiang Tiantao laughed, "Did you feel good?"

Zhu Caidie said shyly, "Yes, Brother Tao, from now on, you can't leave us behind anymore."

Deng Lizhu also said, "Yes, Brother Tao, you've hugged us and kissed us, we want to follow you."

Jiang Tiantao laughed heartily, "Such beautiful women, I wouldn't bear to give them to anyone else!"

Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu exclaimed happily, "Really? You want us?"

Jiang Tiantao kissed the two girls on the cheek and said, "Of course, no one can take you away from me now. But, don't be jealous or willful anymore, okay?"

Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu said shyly, "We understand, we won't anymore."

Deng Lizhu asked, "Then why did you... " "Are we just ignoring them, making them anxious?"

Zhu Caidie chimed in, "Yes, otherwise they wouldn't be so jealous!"

Jiang Tiantao said, "There's something I've never understood before. I always felt that having multiple women loving one man meant you couldn't be happy. But recently I've realized that as long as you all get along well, I think it's not a big deal. The key is that you sisters must love each other and live in harmony. That's what I'm really worried about."

Zhu Caidie said, "Brother Tao, I was wrong before. I shouldn't have been so willful and jealous. I definitely won't be like that anymore. I'll listen to you and all the other sisters and not make you angry."

Deng Lizhu naturally wasn't going to be outdone, and added, "Yes, Brother Tao, don't worry, I'll definitely improve."

Jiang Tiantao nodded and said, "That puts my mind at ease. I will definitely love you all well and will not let you down."

“Brother Tao, we believe you.” The two girls said in unison, and in their joy, they offered their lips to Jiang Tiantao for him to taste…

The three of them cuddled together for a long time, and then Jiang Tiantao said, “Let’s go for a walk.” Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu nodded.

The three walked towards several nearby groups of people. The heroes were busy drinking and eating, chatting and laughing, rarely moving around, so they went deep into the crowd unnoticed. However, the low-brow talk, exaggerated claims, and unfounded rumors made Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu blush and feel extremely uncomfortable.

One of the burly men drinking under the pine tree to the left said gruffly, "Damn it, whether you have good fortune with women depends on whether you have the virtue. Take Young Master Jiang, for example, he was born with that kind of luck."

Another man laughed and asked, "Zhang Dapao, how do you know Young Master Jiang is lucky?" He then picked up his gourd and poured half a bowl of wine for Zhang Dapao.

Zhang Dapao quickly tapped the rim of the bowl with his index finger, and said smugly, "Isn't it obvious? Even the 'Rainbow Dragon Girl,' the chief inspector of the 'Three Beauties Gang,' a beauty that surpasses all others, slept with him. Brother, don't you think he's lucky?"

A burst of laughter erupted, and one of them warned, "Zhang Dapao, I advise you to keep your voice down. If the Three Hairpins Gang's spies hear this and report it, 'Rainbow Dragon Girl' will be furious and come looking for you. Brother Dapao, I think your livelihood is in jeopardy." The man pointed a finger at Zhang Dapao's head. Zhang

Dapao seemed startled, glanced around warily, snorted, and continued with a forced smile, "What's there to be afraid of? It's even better if she comes. I'm just about to measure her potbelly..." Though his words were forceful, he couldn't help but lower his voice in fear.

Jiang Tiantao's brows furrowed, while Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu blushed. Although all three felt a slight surge of anger, none uttered a sound. Hearing the conversation of several groups of martial arts heroes in the distance only fueled Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu's anger. Her face flushed.

A rough voice retorted, "Brother, who do you think 'Flying Dragon' Deng Zhengtong's beautiful daughter is? Let me tell you, she's also the future young mistress of Jiugongbao..."

Deng Lizhu's heart skipped a beat, her face turning bright red. She couldn't help but glance at Brother Tao, and she saw Jiang Tiantao and Zhu Caidie looking at that person. A sweet feeling welled up in her heart. Just then, she heard another person say enviously in a deep voice, "Ah, Young Master Jiang has killed three birds with one stone. Such a stunning beauty is truly enviable."

Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu were so ashamed when they heard the words "killing three birds with one stone." They wondered what Brother Tao felt when he heard these words. The same gruff voice said arrogantly, "Brother, let alone killing three birds with one stone, even killing eight or nine wouldn't matter."

A hoarse voice immediately retorted, "How can that be? As the saying goes, 'One cannot have two wives in one house.'"

The gruff voice interrupted again, "What does it matter? Young Master Jiang has nine fortresses, one beautiful wife in each. Today he's with this wife, tomorrow with that wife..."

Before he could finish, the hoarse voice immediately said dismissively, "Brother, don't think so highly of Young Master Jiang. He's not made of bronze or iron..." A burst of laughter mingled with the aroma of wine carried on the breeze.

Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu's hearts fluttered at the same time upon hearing the man's boastful words. They wondered if Brother Tao was... They were indeed going to marry nine wives, to be distributed among the nine fortresses according to the man's instructions. With this thought in mind, the two women turned their gazes toward the burly man. They saw a burly man with thick eyebrows, bright eyes, a bushy beard, and a bare chest, drinking heavily from a bowl of wine. Judging from his boisterous laughter, he must be the one who spoke so crudely. The others, dressed in different clothes and of varying ages, all appeared to be seasoned roughnecks.

Just as Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu looked up, a joyful cry suddenly came from not far behind them: "Brother Tao! Brother Tao!"

Jiang Tiantao turned around, his eyes lighting up instantly, and he immediately greeted him with a beaming smile. Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu, hearing the joyful cry, were simultaneously startled. They hurriedly looked in the direction Jiang Tiantao was heading, and were immediately stunned. The one who had called him "Brother Tao" was a stunningly beautiful young woman, about twenty-two years old, with fair skin and delicate features, dressed in a lake-green dress.

A young girl in green, with flowing hair, arched eyebrows, phoenix eyes, a delicate nose, and cherry lips, possessed a slender and graceful figure. Her demeanor was not only elegant but also exceptionally beautiful, making her appear at first glance almost like the daughter of a wealthy official or nobleman. At this moment, the young girl in green, her cherry lips blooming in a smile, her face radiant, her phoenix eyes sparkling like autumn water, gracefully approached Jiang Tiantao like a fairy on water. Anyone with discerning eyes could tell at a glance that this young girl in green had already achieved considerable skill in light-footed martial arts.

After observing her, Deng Lizhu walked up to Zhu Caidie and asked in a low voice with surprise and doubt, "Sister Die, don't you recognize her?"

Zhu Caidie whispered, "Who recognizes this bewitching beauty?"

Upon hearing this, Deng Lizhu turned around and saw Jiang Tiantao, his expression excited and his eyes sparkling, already standing before the radiant young girl in green. Jiang Tiantao bowed first, then asked excitedly with a laugh, "Sister Ping, did you come alone?"

Deng Lizhu's almond-shaped eyes lit up, and she blurted out, "I know, she might be the famous singer Leng Ping that Miss Huangfu told us about."

Zhu Caidie nodded, noticing the graceful Leng Ping returning Jiang Tiantao's bow, and said with a charming smile, "Xiaoman and Granny Lin are also there."

Jiang Tiantao immediately asked excitedly, "Where are they?"

Seeing Jiang Tiantao's cheerful expression, Leng Ping was also very happy. She turned around and pointed to a green velvet tent about seven or eight feet away, saying happily, "They are all inside the tent."

Jiang Tiantao looked up and saw that the large green tent, with two sections, was brightly lit and had many figures moving about, indicating that there were more than just Xiaoman and Granny Lin inside. He glanced up, then asked, puzzled, "How did you spot me, sister?"

Before Jiang Tiantao could finish speaking, Leng Ping smiled and said, "I saw Miss Zhu and Miss Deng first, then I noticed you were here too." She raised her slender hand and pointed to Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Tiantao remembered the two women, Zhu and Deng, and cheerfully said to Leng Ping, "Come, let me introduce you to Zhu and Die."

Hearing that her brother was going to introduce them, Leng Ping immediately smiled happily and said, "That's wonderful!" The two then hurried towards Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu.

Deng Lizhu and Zhu Caidie greeted him with smiles. As soon as the two women approached, Jiang Tiantao stopped, pointed respectfully at Leng Ping, and cheerfully introduced her, "This is Sister Leng Ping from Taolin Mountain in eastern Hubei?"

Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu replied with cheerful laughter, "Hello, Sister Ping."

Leng Ping nodded modestly and took the opportunity to be friendly, saying with a smile, "Hello, Sister Die and Sister Zhu."

Jiang Tiantao frowned slightly, smiling with puzzlement, and asked, "How does Sister Ping know Sister Zhu and Sister Die's names?"

Leng Ping smiled elegantly and said, "Brother Tao is an extremely intelligent person, yet you asked such a foolish question." Upon hearing this, not only was Jiang Tiantao taken aback, but Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu were also quite confused.

Leng Ping smiled, pointed with her slender hand to the groups of heroes in the distance, and laughed, "Not only does my sister know the names of Zhu Mei and Die Mei, but every hero from all walks of life knows the origins and future destinies of these two sisters."

Upon hearing the word "destiny," Jiang Tiantao and the two women, Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu, all blushed and were speechless. However, Zhu Caidie and Deng Lizhu were secretly delighted. Seeing this, Leng Ping quickly changed the subject, saying, "Brother Tao and the two sisters, would you like to come to my tent for a chat?"

Jiang Tiantao nodded with a smile, "Sure!"

Leng Ping smiled and said, "Brother Tao and the two sisters, please follow me." She then turned and walked towards the tall, green velvet tent about seven or eight zhang away.

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