Feng Monian quickly cleaned up the pheasant.
Following what she learned from watching short videos in her previous life, Li Xi set up a simple grill in the courtyard.
"Brother Feng, I didn't expect you to know how to kill a chicken. I thought you'd never been in the kitchen before." Li Xi looked at him with surprise. Didn't the ancients say that "a gentleman keeps away from the kitchen"? Especially people of high status would never cook.
Feng Monian looked at Li Xi's bright eyes and a smile appeared on his lips. "A few years ago, I was young and impulsive, and I went out into the world on my own. Sometimes I would cook over a fire."
As Feng Monian spoke, Li Xi's eyes shone even brighter, as if stars had fallen to earth.
She had always been curious about Feng Monian's past, never expecting that he had actually had experience wandering the martial arts world.
"Really? Where have you been?" Li Xi asked curiously.
Feng Monian smiled, as if lost in memories, "I've been to Jiangnan, where the misty rain is like a poem or a painting; I've also been to the northern desert, where the sandstorms are everywhere, but it has its own unique charm."
Li Xi listened intently, as if she were following in Feng Monian's footsteps, traveling to places she had never been before.
"So what adventures have you experienced in the martial arts world?" Li Xi's eyes sparkled like stars.
Feng Monian smiled slightly, "Once, in a small town in Jiangnan, I encountered a bullied boy. I helped him, but that led me into a feud in the martial arts world. That was the first time I truly experienced the ever-changing nature of the martial arts world, with its swords and shadows."
Li Xi was deeply moved, as if she herself were in that turbulent world of martial arts.
She had always felt that Feng Monian possessed an indescribable air of mystery, and now it seemed that it was all a mark left by his past experiences in the martial arts world.
"Anything else? Is there anything even more thrilling?" Li Xi asked impatiently.
Feng Monian looked at her, a hint of doting in his eyes, "Once in the northern desert, I accidentally entered a bandit camp and almost lost my life. But in the end, I managed to escape."
Li Xi listened with rapt attention, as if she were witnessing Feng Monian's bravery and wisdom firsthand.
He said enviously, "If I have the chance, I would like to travel around like you and see this beautiful land."
Feng Monian secretly made a decision: once the affairs of the world were settled, he would take her to travel all over the country and see all aspects of life.
He said softly, "Xiao Xi, although this world is full of swords and shadows, it also has endless beauty and human warmth. After we finish our business, why don't we travel around together?"
Upon hearing this, Li Xi's eyes lit up, and she nodded repeatedly, "Okay." But then she thought it was unlikely.
"But Brother Feng, as the head of the manor, you must be very busy. It's probably not easy for you to just leave like that, is it?"
"There's always a way, don't worry." Feng Monian turned the grill to ensure the chicken cooked more evenly.
The two chatted amiably, the aroma of roasted pheasant filling the air, its tempting golden-brown skin and meat appearing even more delicious under the glow of the campfire.
They enjoyed the delicious pheasant while chatting about their interests and dreams.
In Li Xi's heart, he had already become a friend she could trust and rely on.
But soon, the arrival of an uninvited guest shattered this tranquility.
"Brother Feng, how have you been?" A cold voice broke the silence of the night.
Feng Monian frowned and recognized the person who came—it was Murong Xuan, known in the martial arts world as "Poison Hand".
"So it's Brother Murong. What brings you here so late at night?" Feng Monian was wary, but remained outwardly calm.
Murong Xuan chuckled and said, "I heard that Brother Feng recently acquired a treasure. Congratulations!"
Feng Monian was startled, but remained calm on the surface. "Brother Murong, you are joking. I am just a wandering swordsman. What treasure do I have?"
Murong Xuan chuckled, "Brother Feng, stop pretending. I'm here for the 'Heart Sutra,' so hand it over."
The moment he finished speaking, a murderous aura suddenly arose in the surroundings.
Feng Monian secretly channeled his inner strength, preparing to deal with this sudden attack.
Li Xi also drew his longsword, ready to meet the enemy.
Feng Monian smiled slightly, raised his hand, and a tiny knife as thin as a cow's hair appeared in his hand.
This is his unique hidden weapon, called "Flying Flowers and Falling Rain." Once thrown, it can transform into thousands of blades, making it impossible to defend against.
"Brother Murong, are you sure you want to be my enemy?" Feng Monian's tone was calm, but the threat in it was self-evident.
Murong Xuan narrowed his eyes, clearly not expecting Feng Monian to have such formidable skills.
But he was, after all, a top-notch martial arts master, and he immediately adjusted his state to prepare for battle.
“Brother Feng, I respect you as a hero, but I am determined to obtain the ‘Heart Sutra’.” As Murong Xuan spoke, his figure pounced on Feng Monian like a ghost.
Feng Monian was in the midst of it all, yet he seemed to be strolling leisurely.
His flying petals and falling rain made it impossible for Murong Xuan to get close.
For a time, the two fought fiercely, neither gaining the upper hand.
Feng Monian was clearly handling things with ease, while Murong Xuan was finding it increasingly difficult.
"This won't do," Murong Xuan thought to himself. He could see that Feng Monian's true strength was terrifying, and if things continued like this, he would probably be defeated.
So he suddenly changed his sword moves, using the move "Breaking Army Star Descends" to strike directly at Feng Monian's vitals.
This is his final killing move; once it's unleashed, it will be a fight to the death.
Feng Monian, though surrounded by enemies, moved with the ease of a leisurely stroll. His "Flying Flowers and Falling Rain" technique kept them at bay. For a time, the two were locked in a fierce and evenly matched battle.
Seeing that he had not been able to win the battle for a long time, Murong Xuan took out a ceramic bottle from his pocket and was about to throw it at Feng Monian.
Seeing this, Li Xi knew something was wrong and swung her sword to try and knock Murong Xuan's bottle away.
Unexpectedly, another person appeared and blocked Li Xi's longsword.
A unique fragrance instantly filled the air.
Upon smelling the fragrance, Feng Monian's expression changed instantly, and he froze in place.
"Feng Monian!" Li Xi's heart tightened. She could tell that Feng Monian had been poisoned, and judging from his reaction, the poison was extremely potent.
She wanted to go over, but was blocked by another person.
“Your opponent is me.” The man in black launched an attack on Li Xi.
"Then I'll beat you down." Before she could finish speaking, she swung her sword in retaliation.
The sword flashed, and Li Xi's movements and swordsmanship were extremely skillful, clearly indicating long-term training. The man in black was equally formidable, unleashing a deadly attack, clearly also a master.
After several rounds, Li Xi discovered her opponent's weakness and quickly attacked the man's right rib.
The sword strike was incredibly fast and posed a tricky angle, forcing the man to dodge to the side. In that instant, Li Xi's sword was already aimed at his chest.
The man retreated in terror and then disappeared into the darkness.
"Hmph, coward." Li Xi was anxious to check on Feng Molin's condition and did not chase after the man.
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