Chapter 263 A stomach full of firewood, three flowers gathering at the crown, encountering Huang Jiucan, the path of magic holds promise.
As soon as Wen Caishang left the manor, she secretly used the "Silkworm Garment Jade Skill" to sense the direction.
The Jade Silkworm Robe Technique is a rare and extraordinary skill of our time. It encompasses a wide range of techniques, including "moves," "internal training," "appearance cultivation," "divination," and "silkworm raising."
She outlined a general direction, inwardly sneering:
"You cunning lad, you've actually returned from such a long journey. If it weren't for your extraordinary abilities, I would have had no chance to get your help with your wits."
"If you obediently begged me to let you go out and have some fun, I might not refuse. Hmph, yet you talk to me about being even. You just wait..."
She moved with light, graceful steps, her figure swaying gently.
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On the other side.
After the two had gone some distance, Li Xian leaped out of the bushes, his brows furrowed in thought:
“I once received a recipe from my wife. It requires consuming the essence of golden scales, yellow ginseng, and morning dew to obtain the magic of golden light.”
"If one can both punish evildoers and get a share of the spoils, one would naturally be extremely happy."
"However, there are too many uncertainties in this matter. I do not know the strength of the Black-Faced Bat King, and there must be many who covet the treasure. I will hide myself and see how things go. If things are not right, I will simply leave."
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The city of embroidery is bustling and prosperous.
This area is dominated by powerful families surnamed Luo, Zhang, and Zhou. The streetlights are dim, and red sedan chairs line the streets.
Its scale was comparable to that of the poorest city in Sichuan.
This place is located east of the impoverished Sichuan Basin, adjacent to water resources such as the "Bishui River", "Baizhou River" and "Songchun Lake".
To the west are continuous mountain ranges, rich in firewood, animal husbandry and mining. To the east are vast paddy fields, which can yield three harvests a year, with golden rice ears swaying in the wind.
The terrain is unique and the land is very rich.
Li Xian, traveling by painted boat, slept in Wen Caishang's arms. They had once traveled a long distance by river, passing by this place. At that time, Wen Caishang pointed to the surrounding area and said that this place was rich and prosperous, and there must be a great city to live in.
She also said that if she ever had the leisure in the future, she could come here and open a Silkworm Robe Pavilion or a Drunken Dream Residence, registered under Li Xian's name, and all the money and accounts would belong to Li Xian.
Li Xian had intended to travel through the night, but then this incident occurred. He realized that continuing his journey at night might also lead to an attack by the Bat King. Furthermore… such treasures were extremely rare, and since he had stumbled upon this opportunity, he wanted to learn more about it.
Due to various factors, they followed the official road. Soon they arrived at "Xiucheng". The name Xiucheng comes from "embroidery and textiles".
The area has abundant water resources, and people with the surnames Luo, Zhou, and Zhang all make a living by embroidering. They process raw fabrics with embroidery, adding exquisite patterns, and then sell them elsewhere via river transport.
Wen Caishang's specially made silkworm garments are made of extremely high-quality silkworm material. The silkworms are soft and light, impervious to water and fire, and untouched by dust, making them seem like celestial garments. Therefore, any embroidery would be superfluous. Embroidery flourishes in the city, but it stands in stark contrast to the Silkworm Garment Pavilion. Thus, despite being located within the impoverished Tianfu region, with convenient water transport and a dense population, there is no business like the "Silkworm Garment Pavilion."
Li Xian fled from Yihe Village, passing through several cities along the way. He learned that his wife's properties were scattered and spread far and wide. Seeing that this city had no properties such as "Silkworm Robe Pavilion" or "Drunken Dream Residence," he felt somewhat relieved.
"No matter how powerful the lady is, I have subdued her and made her beg for mercy. Although my methods were somewhat shameless, it is still... still a success. Since she is human, it is difficult to be without flaws. Since she has no influence here, I will stay for a few more days, which should not be a problem."
Li Xian checked into an inn, full of energy and feeling no signs of fatigue. He then sat cross-legged and began internal exercises, moving away impurities.
[Art of Technique - Unknown]
[Proficiency: 29/100]
The essence of the golden scales has been mostly digested, and nearly 30% of the magical essence has been accumulated. Li Xian guessed that if he could drink two more doses of "Human Yellow," he would surely be able to produce the first "Magic Dao."
The mandate of Heaven and Earth, the wondrous secrets of arts and sciences.
"This matter will ultimately be left to fate; I will wait and see. If I cannot obtain what I desire, there is no need for regret."
Calm and composed, with tranquil eyes.
[You moved dirty items, skill level +1]
[You have absorbed the essence of heaven and earth, proficiency +1]
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Li Xian's abdomen felt warm as if it were on fire, and clear energy surged and rose. The second characteristic of "Sculpting the Bone Embryo," "Gathering Three Flowers at the Top," emerged.
Li Xian sat cross-legged, his expression serene. His face was handsome, and white smoke emanated from his eyes, mouth, nose, ears… the seven orifices rising in wisps of mist, ethereal and boundless.
It's like...
Its body resembles a stove, and its belly is filled with firewood.
The mist rises, seeking a way out.
This white mist is called "pure air".
The characteristics of the second realm are: ethereal celestial music and the gathering of three flowers at the top. The ethereal celestial music is profound and extensive, and many martial arts manuals are based on it. It is as vast as the sea and is worth a lifetime of study. The gathering of three flowers at the top is not like this. This white mist is even purer and clearer, which can dispel turbidity and poison and enhance one's spirit, but few martial artists study this method.
Li Xian suddenly became interested and blew on the wooden table.
The white mist carried away the filth, making the wooden table look brand new. The wooden table was already quite old, ravaged by insects and wind... its crevices were filled with dirt and grime. Even after wiping it back and forth with a damp cloth until the surface was smooth, the dirt and grime in the crevices were difficult to completely remove.
The pure energy within the abdomen has the function of absorbing "impure" substances. With a gentle swipe, dust and grime are absorbed and removed. It is truly miraculous; the pure energy, tainted by impurities, becomes ordinary and vanishes into thin air.
Li Xian thought to himself, "Such a sound is almost like divine intervention. A gentle breath and it's as good as new, so convenient. I'll try it out and see if it works on dirty clothes."
He unpacked his backpack and took out two sets of clothes he had changed out of. They were worn from the arduous journey, scratched by tree branches and stained with mud and dust. Li Xian calmed his mind and felt a warmth in his abdomen and a sense of tranquility rising within him.
He opened his mouth and spat it out.
A white mist drifted in, blowing away the dust and dirt from the old clothes. In an instant, they were as new as ever, though the damage couldn't be repaired and the stitching was torn. But at first glance, they looked brand new.
No matter how you wash it, it's hard to get it this clean.
Li Xian was delighted and murmured, "How strange, why don't I see other martial artists using this move to show off their power? If we're talking about martial artists in the Jianghu, they should keep a low profile when traveling. But... my wife and I travel together in the same boat. Although my wife is formidable, when it really comes down to it, she's no different from an ordinary woman."
"But it also soiled quite a few clothes. Wouldn't it be much more convenient to just breathe fresh air to blow away the dirt? It would save us from washing by hand."
What Li Xianshi didn't know was that not everyone possessed such talent. Even Wen Caishang, with her unparalleled talent and perfect appearance, was not as gifted.
Her "Gathering Three Flowers at the Top" technique produced very little pure energy, and its ability to dispel impurities and remove dirt was weak. Blowing on old clothes only removed some of the impurities. Ultimately, they still needed to be hand-washed. So why bother showing off?
She was extremely arrogant and her actions were anything but modest. She had never bothered to put in the effort for something that was only half-finished. The characteristics she described, such as "ethereal music" and "thunderous chest movements," were not her forte, and she even abandoned them.
Even so, Su Qiuwu, Li Quan, and the like, who pride themselves on being masters of melodious music, are far inferior to her.
She was ashamed to use it. This shows her arrogance, and the methods she used must have been beyond the reach of others.
The four characteristics of a second-realm martial artist—ethereal celestial music, three flowers gathered on the crown of the head, and turbid robes—all have unique uses. The depth of these uses varies from person to person!
Li Xian's "Gathering of Three Flowers at the Top"... is exceptionally powerful. As for "Whispering Immortal Sound"... while it is extremely powerful, it cannot be considered "extraordinarily powerful." This is because "Whispering Immortal Sound" is related to bone quality.
Li Xian's spine was as strong as a mountain, his bones incredibly tough. His melodious, ethereal music was powerful and majestic, far surpassing that of others. However, the amount of bone he possessed was no different from that of an ordinary person.
He once encountered a skilled individual from the "Flower Cage Sect" who possessed the "Snake Bone Appearance." This individual had an extra, agile snake bone. If he were to reach the second realm of martial arts, his "ethereal melody" would possess several, even a dozen, additional melodies compared to ordinary people.
Only in this way can it be called "extraordinary".
The path of martial arts is one where a single move can have far-reaching consequences.
Upon learning his strange trick, Li Xianchu was overjoyed and repeatedly exhaled white mist, which thoroughly cleaned the inn. The bedding, floors, windows, bookshelves... were as bright as new.
"Great idea! Great idea!"
We played until late at night.
Then he went to bed and fell asleep.
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The next day.
Li Xian had a rosy complexion and was full of energy. He thought to himself that the Five Internal Organs' Purification and Yang Meridian was indeed powerful. With long-term practice, he could nourish his essence and build up his strength, which would bring him many benefits.
Li Xian rented a room for three days.
After three days, regardless of whether the deal succeeds or fails, they will leave.
From the hour of Chen (7-9 AM), Li Xian began gathering intelligence in the bustling city. Teahouses, taverns, inns, gangs… He had considerable experience in the martial world and possessed his own methods for gathering information. His silver tongue worked like a fish in water.
Indeed, I heard a clue about the "Black-Faced Bat King." Rumor has it that this person is short in stature and has short legs, but his lightness skill is extremely powerful.
Originally an honest farmer from the countryside, he accidentally acquired the inheritance of a heretical sect, and from then on began to live by collecting blood to strengthen himself. He had been committing crimes and evil deeds in the area east of the impoverished Sichuan Basin for a long time.
However, this person was cautious by nature, and he managed to escape each time they tried to surround and attack him.
After learning more about the situation, Li Xianchu found the wanted poster.
He was born with a fierce-looking face.
He has a wide face and narrow eyes, protruding teeth and large ears.
His eyes concealed a fierce intent, and his mouth revealed a menacing expression.
The notice read: "Black-faced Bat King, of the Qiongtian clan, is a wicked and highly skilled man. Whoever takes his head will be rewarded with one hundred taels of silver. Because he killed the eldest daughter of the Luo family, the Luo clan of Embroidery City is gathering righteous heroes to jointly kill this villain, and will also offer an additional five hundred taels of silver as a reward."
"Um?"
Li Xian was carefully reading the list of successful candidates in the imperial examination when he suddenly caught sight of two familiar figures out of the corner of his eye. He looked over and saw a man and a woman walking side by side, the same two people he had met by chance the night before.
Both were dressed in yellow. The man was tall and imposing, with a long sword at his waist. The woman was slender and beautiful, youthful and lovely. They walked side by side, their elegant and refined bearing standing out from the crowd, their expressions exuding arrogance.
Both of these originate from "Jingchun Mountain".
The power structure in the Qiongtianfu area is chaotic, with sects, aristocratic families, gangs, sects, and academies all present. Each occupies its own territory and amasses wealth. However, if one were to name a truly renowned power in the "Yunan Road," only a handful would come to mind.
"Jingchun Mountain" can be considered one of them.
Jingchun Mountain is located east of the impoverished Tianfu region. It is a thousand feet high and spring-like all year round, hence the name "Jingchun" (meaning "quiet spring"). The sect is not large in scale, but the "Jingchun Daoist" has a profound background and is closely related to the "Yueshan Sword Sect," which is renowned throughout the Yuzhou region.
In addition, his own strength was very strong, so his reputation spread far and wide.
The man's name was "Wang Long," and the woman's name was "Ji Hui." Their journey was to descend the mountain for training, to punish evil and promote their reputation.
Li Xian followed silently, secretly using the Seven Star Step, Vast Leg, Gentle Breeze Leg... a mixture of various martial arts techniques, landing without a sound, extremely light, like smoke drifting by.
Hearing the two chatting, and making some guesses, he finally understood the situation.
turn out to be…
A few days ago, the Luo family purchased a "Human Yellow Essence Treasure - Yellow Nine Ginseng" from the "Treasure Pavilion".
Human essence is nurtured by heaven and earth, and is infinitely precious. However, this world is vast and boundless, with abundant resources. If one is lucky, one may be able to witness its auctions at top auction houses such as the Treasure Pavilion, the Dragon Pavilion, the Phoenix Pavilion, and the Celestial Unicorn Pavilion.
The Luo family had finally acquired the "Yellow Ginseng," and naturally intended to escort it with all their might. However, they were attacked en route, and in the chaos, one of the Luo family's prodigies, carrying the Yellow Ginseng, fled and hid in various places.
Avoid the attack and robbery of the treasure.
Having finally arrived near the clan's territory, he immediately wrote a message to inform them. The clan sent reinforcements to meet him, and it seemed their mission was nearing completion. However, by the time the clan's experts arrived, the prodigy had already been captured by the Black-Faced Bat King, who drained his blood.
In this way, Huang Jiucan fell into the hands of the Black-faced Bat King.
Fearing that the whereabouts of "Huang Jiucan" would be revealed, leading to another struggle among various parties, the Luo family launched a massive search for the Black-Faced Bat King under the pretext of "avenging their daughter."
Meanwhile, fearing the Black-Faced Bat King might escape, they gathered more heroes from the martial world and sent additional men to jointly hunt him down. There were even rumors that whoever could kill the Black-Faced Bat King… the beautiful Luo family daughter, renowned as one of the most beautiful women in Embroidery City, might be willing to marry him.
The Luo family was extremely intelligent and had far-reaching strategies.
They recruited heroes from the martial arts world, using the lure of "marrying off their daughter." This inevitably attracted young, spirited men to their aid.
These kinds of people are inexperienced and easy to control; they usually don't think too far ahead. If the Black-Faced Bat King is killed, the chances of him stealing the treasure and escaping are slim.
Secondly, she was to be married off to a beloved daughter of the family, using her beauty to seduce him. Even though Huang Jiucan was caught off guard, the treasure was first obtained by a member of the Luo family. That person did indeed have the intention to steal the treasure, and the Luo family could use the marriage agreement to say, "You have married a Luo family girl, so you are my Luo family son-in-law, and this treasure is rightfully yours."
Stabilize the situation for now, and then gradually plan ahead.
But to say it's perfect... is far from the truth. There's no such thing as a foolproof plan in this world; one can only weigh the options and choose the lesser one. All calculations, however meticulous, ultimately come to naught; this has been true of heroes throughout history.
The reason behind this was unknown to everyone else.
The two disciples of Jingchun Mountain, who were able to see the whole picture, both owed their knowledge to their master, "Jingchun Daoren," who reminded them of the situation. By chance, Jingchun Daoren also learned at the auction that someone had purchased "Huang Jiu Shen" and identified it as originating from the "Luo family of Xiucheng."
After a little investigation, one can guess what happened next.
She herself disdained to compete. But she wanted to help her grand-disciple, Fuyuan. So she sent her two disciples down the mountain to gain experience and come here to assist her. If they could get a share of the spoils and contribute to the martial arts "recipe," that would be a rare blessing. Even if they didn't get any treasures, befriending the Luo family would still be beneficial.
Li Xian had guessed about 60% of the truth from just a few words. He was indeed quick-witted and very clever.
Some fled along the way, passing by the Southern Prince's Mansion in Chongling Prefecture, where they learned of the local powers' cunning and scheming, and how they used the methods of wandering martial artists. During the struggle for the "Golden Scale" in Qiongtian Prefecture City, they learned of the undercurrents of conflict among the people and the Yellow Essence Treasure.
Because of his personal experience, he quickly began to think in that direction. However, being cautious by nature, although his guess was close to the truth, he dared not make a definitive conclusion in his mind because it was all speculation.
They arrived at the gate of the Luo residence. Wang Long and Ji Hui stepped inside side by side.
Li Xian thought to himself, "Since that's the case, I'll go and become a lowly henchman, gather information, find clues, and take advantage of the chaos to get some benefits. If all else fails... I can get some extra money so I have some travel expenses."
The Luo family is gathering its best talents to hunt down the Bat King. Because the Bat King is extremely agile and can easily escape into the shadows, he is very difficult to capture. Ultimately, the more people they have, the more they can keep him in check.
At the very least, it made him panic and lose his mind, leaving him no time to consume the precious medicine. Although the Luo family was powerful and had many people, easily disturbing them would arouse suspicion and muddy the waters.
Li Xian thought to himself, "At this moment, the Luo residence must be teeming with experts and powerful figures."
“I am quite handsome… alas… it is hard to be modest about this. I can only disguise myself slightly so that others will look down on me, so that I may have an opportunity to take advantage of them.”
Li Xian turned and walked away, turning several streets and spending over ten taels of silver to buy the finest rouge. Leaving the rouge shop, Li Xian felt a sudden toothache and muttered under his breath, "The owners of rouge shops, every single one of them, are truly heartless!"
A small box of rouge could easily sell for over ten taels of silver. This was just ordinary rouge; for rarer, more expensive rouge, hundreds or even thousands of taels… it would be perfectly normal for it to be priceless. Wen Caishang was quite knowledgeable about rouge. She was not only the owner of a rouge shop but also a great lover of it. Her face was flawless, but high-quality rouge was not for concealing imperfections; rather, it was for enhancing fragrance and adding charm.
Li Xian felt a pang of regret: "Madam said she has a treasured set of rouge, and she would carefully apply it to my face and then help me cultivate three more levels. Alas... it's unlikely that I'll ever have that opportunity."
Hidden in a dark alley.
Li Xian opened the rouge and began to apply makeup to her face. She darkened her complexion, then covered her cheeks and forehead with large patches of black, resembling an ugly birthmark.
He quietly slipped into the inner chamber. Using a bronze mirror to check, he confirmed there was no mistake. Then he hurried to the Luo family's residence.
The Luo family constable said, "Young man, please register."
Li Xian picked up his brush and, with swift, flowing strokes, wrote the three characters "Hua Man Lou" (Flower-Filled Pavilion). He knew that even if Wen Caishang didn't act personally, she would definitely send someone to investigate. Although she might not be able to track them down here, it was safer not to reveal her real name.
If Li Xian hesitated when writing his name, it would be because people would be suspicious. But he happened to see the Luo family's pavilion, surrounded by bright red and colorful flowers, so he wrote down the pseudonym "Hua Man Lou" without thinking.
"Please come in!" the constable said.
Watching Li Xian leave, he murmured, "What a pity, what a pity... Such an ugly person, yet his name is quite nice. Hua Manlou..."
He murmured a few words and then went on to entertain the newlyweds.
Many heroes of the martial arts world had already gathered at the Luo residence. Dozens of banquet tables were set up, with lavish food and wine served. The heroes discussed martial arts techniques and how to deal with the Black-Faced Bat King.
It was very lively.
Wandering swordsmen are unrestrained and unconventional; without arrangements and guidance, they would only cause chaos. Therefore, the Luo family holds banquets every day to gather righteous men who have come to their aid, providing a venue for them to communicate and exchange ideas.
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Li Xian wandered around eavesdropping, thinking to himself, "Among these people, there are quite a few who have fought against the Black-Faced Bat King. From their words, we can learn something about the villain's methods."
at the same time.
On the nearby pavilion overlooking the water, a charming woman gazes gracefully in this direction.
This woman is "Luo Feiyan".
One of the Golden Hairpins of Xiucheng.
The prosperity of Xiucheng rivals that of the prefectural city, and the name "Golden Hairpin" is renowned far and wide. Given time, she may have the opportunity to be included in the "List of Beauties." Suitors flock to her in droves.
The Luo family has lost "Huang Jiushen" and, in order to attract the help of righteous people in the martial arts world, they spread the word that Luo Feiyan is nearly twenty years old and of marriageable age.
He subtly hinted that killing the Black-Faced Bat King would make him her husband. Luo Feiyan was always proud, held a very high position in her family, and was beautiful and skilled in martial arts, making her one of the best in her clan.
He will surely become a pillar of the family in the future.
However, this matter is of great importance, and we have no choice but to use her reputation.
She harbored resentment, but remained mindful of appearances. Looking at the strange, sweaty group of martial arts practitioners, she frowned repeatedly.
She ultimately disliked this feeling.
"I vaguely learned from my father that this matter was of great importance. However, the family dared not make too big a move, nor could they make too small a move. Hence, this is what they did. Many family members were also mixed in with these people, searching for the Black-Faced Bat King."
"This matter concerns my marriage. Although I may not actually get married, I would be displeased if I were to have any connection with anyone below. Perhaps... I should personally take action and capture that Black-Faced Bat King."
She has always been exceptionally talented, and recently she has made new progress. She is eager to try.
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Li Xian waited until noon.
The sun was blazing.
The general location of the Black-Faced Bat King was still under control. It was in "Fragrant Forest Mountain" outside Embroidery City. At this time, the various martial arts practitioners and members of the Luo family began to take action.
The martial arts practitioners here either already had friends or had formed teams. Li Xian arrived very late, and since he intentionally concealed his abilities, naturally no one wanted to pay him any attention.
Wang Long, Ji Hui, and several other young disciples had brief encounters with the Black-Faced Bat King and exchanged a few blows, thus building up their reputation.
Wang Longlang proposed, "Gentlemen, that Black-faced Bat King fears the scorching sun and must be hiding in a dark, damp place. Once we find him, let's find a way to inform us. Taking action without proper warning might cause more casualties!"
"It's best not to act alone, otherwise you'll become the Bat King's blood bank, which would be extremely bad. Just yesterday, the Black-Faced Bat King was hit by Brother Luo's hammer and was seriously injured. He's very good at sucking blood to heal his wounds. Don't give him any opportunity to take advantage of him."
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The group worked diligently to set up the trap. Several of them had maps, and Li Xian quietly approached, intently studying the mountain terrain on the map.
He couldn't help but think, "As expected of a prominent local clan, the map is incredibly detailed, unlike anything I've ever heard of. No wonder the Black-Faced Bat King, despite his exceptional lightness skills, couldn't escape the encirclement. As for the rest of us, even the plants and trees in the mountains seem to be working against him."
Li Xianji was very kind. Yesterday, he passed through the mountains and gained a preliminary understanding of the terrain. After examining the detailed map, he found that the scenic features along the way matched up perfectly.
The direction of the mountain's terrain revealed 60% of the situation.
Seeing that everyone had dispersed, leaving only Li Xian standing there in a daze, Wang Long noticed Li Xian's dark complexion and dejected expression, surmising he wasn't a formidable expert. Since he had come with the intention of gaining a share of the spoils, he wouldn't want to associate with truly powerful individuals. Instead, he was happy to travel with someone of some ability but unlikely to amount to anything. Therefore, he said, "Brother, you've only just arrived today, and you probably don't have many companions. Why don't you come with us?"
Wang Long and Ji Huichao arrived with two wandering martial artists following behind them. Li Xian cupped his hands and said, "Alright! Thank you for leading the team, young master."
"It is only right that we help each other in our joint effort to eliminate the villains," Wang Long said.
Ji Hui muttered, "I never expected that this rabble of yours could be of any use."
Suddenly, footsteps sounded in the distance, and a woman with superb lightness skills landed gracefully, saying, "Wait, I'm on your team."
This woman was none other than Luo Feiyan.
She was simply dressed, her long hair tied up, her face charming and strikingly beautiful. Ji Hui and Wang Long, from prestigious families, had sharp eyes and could tell that Luo Feiyan's lightness skill was superb. Although she tried to conceal it, it was clearly the Luo family's "Embroidered Dream Light Gauze Step." Judging from her appearance and demeanor, she must be a powerful figure in the Luo family.
Luo Feiyan looked on arrogantly, glancing sideways at Li Xian and the other martial artists with disdain. However, she held Ji Hui and Wang Long in high regard, and thus came to accompany them.
Wang Long feigned surprise and said, "Young lady, you are quite beautiful and have excellent lightness skills. Why don't you have any companions?"
Luo Feiyan said, "I heard about this for the first time and came here to help."
Wang Long pondered, "This woman's sudden appearance is likely a deliberate act by the Luo family. If she follows us, and we manage to seize the treasure, the Luo family will surely find out. How will we be able to get a share then?"
He then declined, saying, "Young lady... there are already five of us. Adding another helper would certainly make us stronger. However, Wang Long's abilities are limited, and he would find it difficult to command and coordinate..."
Luo Feiyan raised an eyebrow and said, "You look down on me? You can't command me if I'm one more person? Besides, I never said I wanted to be commanded by you."
Taking advantage of the situation, Wang Long said, "Oh! So you wanted to assign men? In that case, I'll give this brother and this brother to you to command."
With a wave of his hand, he unleashed the "Spring Breeze and Dawn Palm," a powerful yet restrained palm strike that pushed Li Xian and another wandering martial artist towards him.
He then immediately leaped away, saying, "Wang Long, go ahead."
Luo Feiyan exclaimed, "You!" She was furious. She was a renowned beauty in Xiucheng, and exceptionally talented. If this matter hadn't involved "Huang Jiucan," why would she have so easily used her name?
Frustrated by this series of events, she was even less tolerant of Li Xian and the other man. She gave them a cold glance, her expression full of disdain as she looked them up and down. She thought to herself, "One of you has a black birthmark on your face, and the other is plain-looking. Hmph, you've come to participate in this, do you also want to marry me? A toad trying to eat swan meat."
Luo Feiyan said, "You all follow me quickly." She walked straight ahead.
Li Xian pondered that even if this willful and arrogant girl was not weak in martial arts, traveling with her would be of no benefit. Now that things had come to this, he might as well search alone and rely entirely on luck. If his luck was good, he could get a share of the treasure; if his luck was bad, he could simply leave without losing anything.
Just as he was about to leave, Luo Feiyan suddenly took out a scroll of map from his sleeve. The map was extremely detailed, with flowing, powerful strokes. Li Xian, having been taught by Wen Caishang, had already grasped the basics of calligraphy and painting. Although his own brushwork was shallow, he already possessed an appreciation for art. In addition, he had some knowledge of feng shui and geomancy. Looking at this map, he immediately felt that the person who wrote it was extremely skilled, and must have measured the mountains and fields step by step to create this meticulously detailed map.
Li Xian thought to himself, "Such a map is absolutely not sold on the market. It must be obtained by a local noble family or clan over a long period of time, by measuring the ground step by step."
Li Xian deduced from this that the woman must be from the Luo family. He secretly glanced at the map, thinking that if he could get his hands on it, he would be able to thrive and have a greater chance of obtaining the treasure.
He then said, "Young lady, as the saying goes, many minds make light work. Why don't you spread out the map, and we can discuss how to proceed together?"
"Discuss actions together?" Luo Feiyan glanced at her sideways and said indifferently, "If you were truly wise, I would naturally be willing to discuss things with you, but do you have that wisdom?"
(I had a bit of writer's block today, plus I was in a bad mood and not in good condition. It took me five or six hours to write 6,000 words... I only do part-time work, and I was thinking of taking a day off, but I decided to persevere.)
(Considering Shi Liu's hard work, I won't ask for monthly tickets, just a follow-up subscription.)
(End of this chapter)
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