Ma Lihua would practice swordsmanship whenever she had free time, and each time she practiced, a large and deep gully would be carved into the ice.
The sword shadows flickered, exuding a chilling aura; it looked quite frightening.
The people at the inn trembled with fear whenever they saw her practicing her swordplay.
They were filled with fear, worried that she might suddenly unleash a sword strike at the inn.
The consequences would be unimaginable and terrifying.
Every time Ma Lihua practiced her swordplay, the atmosphere in the inn would become extremely tense. Everyone would carefully hide to the side, not daring to make a sound, for fear of attracting her attention.
But the peace was shattered on the day before the Lunar New Year.
"Ding-dong!"
The clear sound of bells outside the inn broke the silence.
Couplets were pasted all over the door, their bright red color swaying slightly in the wind. The red lanterns seemed to have never been extinguished, radiating a warm and mysterious light.
After being trained by Ma Hehua, Hua Niang had acquired a rather worldly air about her.
She swayed her hips and walked gracefully toward the door, ready to greet her guests.
Every movement she made was full of charm, as if telling a story.
A hint of anticipation flickered in her eyes; she wondered what kind of guests she would be welcoming today.
When she arrived at the door, she was taken aback when she saw a man wearing a cassock and with a shaved head.
The man exuded an aura of solemnity that made her instantly feel insignificant.
Then, she suddenly remembered, "Is it Master Kongsang?" she asked cautiously.
There was a hint of awe in his voice.
The monk nodded. "It is indeed this humble monk."
His voice was exceptionally ethereal, as if it contained the essence of something.
The sound was like clear spring water flowing in the air, refreshing the soul.
Each note seems to carry a mysterious power, drawing people in effortlessly.
His eyes were deep and serene, as if they could see through everything in the world.
In his presence, Hua Niang felt her heart being touched by an invisible force.
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