Chapter 86: A Secret Connection
In the mysterious hall of Mianzhu Town, Ouyang Fanhuang sat on his throne, his hand supporting his cheek, seemingly asleep yet awake.
Ouyang Fanhuang said calmly, "Did Ling Xueyan make a move?"
Grandmaster: "We have captured Shabakou and reached Tongcheng Road."
Ouyang Fanhuang: "The groundwork and preparations are really dragging on."
The young emperor said, "If we don't remove the thorn in our side, we'll suffer a great loss sooner or later."
Ouyang Fanhuang sat up and said coldly, "Ling Beixiao is dead. Can the remaining ants still devour a tiger?"
Grandmaster: "I have something to say, but I'm not sure if I should."
Ouyang Fanhuang said calmly, "Speak frankly and without reservation."
Grandmaster: "Even the Brahma Emperor was wary of Ling Beixiao's cultivation level, yet he died in a single battle, which inevitably raises questions."
Ku Bai Diao: "Grandmaster, that veiled woman's cultivation is also astonishing. It's not surprising that you died at her hands."
Young Emperor: "I have also carefully examined Ling Beixiao's body. His whole body is covered with martial arts meridians, and there is no sign that his hands have ever held a sword or knife. His internal energy has been completely dissipated, which is enough to prove that the deceased was a Qi cultivator."
Ouyang Fanhuang: "I also had my doubts about Ling Beixiao's death, but Ling Qichen's actions and Ling Xueyan's behavior have made me believe that Ling Beixiao is indeed dead."
Grand Master: "May I ask, Brahma, how do you know this?"
Ouyang Fanhuang: "Ling Beixiao possesses unparalleled martial arts skills, so why would he fake his death? If it's because he knew of our existence, he would definitely seek out Shangguan Yanxin to launch a joint counterattack. Secondly, Ling Qichen, after learning of Ling Beixiao's death, is eager to seek revenge on the woman in white, which is tantamount to courting death. He is Ling Beixiao's only son; Ling Beixiao wouldn't use him as a pawn to put on a show. Thirdly, Ling Xueyan dared to come to see me without bringing anything back, which shows that she cannot be deceived."
Upon hearing this, the Grandmaster pondered for a long time, then sighed and said, "It's a pity about the Floating Rain. Such unparalleled martial arts will disappear from the martial world from now on."
Young Emperor: "Now that our formidable enemy Ling Beixiao has been eliminated, can we emerge from the shadows and act openly?"
Ouyang Fanhuang laughed loudly, "Of course, and I will personally take action, using the Cloud-Turning Hand and the Soul-Chasing Fist!"
Upon hearing this, Ku Baidiao stepped forward and bowed respectfully, saying, "Congratulations, Emperor Fan! By eliminating Yi Yunke, you can firmly sit as the overlord of Southeast Asia."
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Xiaoyao Lang and Yu Linglong arrived at a pavilion in the wind and rain, where they saw Xue Qingrou fighting with two people.
Xiaoyao Lang stopped the carriage and hurriedly said, "Linglong, it seems that Sister Xue is in trouble. Let's help her!"
Yu Linglong sat in the car, closing her eyes to rest, and said calmly, "You decide what to do."
Seeing the situation, Xiaoyao Lang no longer hesitated and immediately picked up the Wu Can Sword to help Xue Qingrou. Little did he know that his two opponents were Xing Batian and Shangguan Qinghuan, whose martial arts skills far surpassed his own.
Yu Linglong was not at ease and had already lifted the curtain to watch the battle.
Xiaoyao Lang swept his sword horizontally, attacking Shangguan Qinghuan. Upon seeing this, Shangguan Qinghuan leaped into the air and delivered several kicks in quick succession, sending Xiaoyao Lang flying several feet away.
Xue Qingrou cried out worriedly, "Young Master Xiaoyao, you are no match for him, you should leave quickly!"
Yu Linglong smiled sweetly, thinking how adorably silly Xiaoyao Lang was.
Knowing he hadn't been able to concentrate, Xiaoyao Lang calmed himself down, gripped his sword, and launched a swift attack, entering the fray to challenge Shangguan Qinghuan.
Shangguan Qinghuan joked, "Brother, you're quite interesting, you can take a beating!" As he spoke, he gathered his energy in his palm and launched a fierce and swift counterattack against Xiaoyao Lang.
Xiaoyao Lang's swift swordsmanship was faster than Shangguan Qinghuan's palm techniques, and his relentless attacks made it difficult for Shangguan Qinghuan to get close.
Seeing this, Xue Qingrou realized that Xiaoyao Lang's swordsmanship was excellent, but he lacked internal energy, so she slowly approached him.
Xing Batian's palm strikes were domineering, but when facing Xue Qingrou alone, he gradually lost ground and dared not be careless and launch an attack.
Xing Batian: "You wretched woman, your swordsmanship is not bad!"
Xue Qingrou: "You lecherous scoundrel, take this!"
After several exchanges, Shangguan Qinghuan was slashed twice by the sword, but remained unharmed. He immediately realized that Xiaoyao Lang had no internal energy, and then, ignoring the sword techniques, he aimed straight for Xiaoyao Lang's chest.
Shangguan Qinghuan: "Boy, you dare to act tough even without internal energy? I'll grant your wish!"
Xiaoyao Lang was shocked, thinking that he was about to be struck by his palm again. Just then, Xue Qingrou shouted, "Be careful!" As she shouted, she attacked Shangguan Qinghuan with her sword. Seeing this, Shangguan Qinghuan hurriedly changed direction to parry Xue Qingrou's sword move, and the two moves were deflected in an instant.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Xue Qingrou grabbed Xiaoyao Lang and channeled her inner energy into his body.
As Xiaoyao Lang's hand was grasped, a surge of energy flowed into his body. He was puzzled but did not ask.
Shangguan Qinghuan attacked again, but Xiaoyao Lang swung his sword rapidly, unleashing countless sword energies. Shangguan Qinghuan was immediately surprised and tumbled several times before she managed to dodge the sword energy attack.
Shangguan Qinghuan asked in confusion, "You brat, what kind of freak are you?!"
Xiaoyao Lang was astonished. He immediately understood that this was the effect of internal energy, and said, "Help me one more time!"
Upon hearing this, Xue Qingrou forcefully channeled her true energy, continuously pouring it into Xiaoyao Lang's body, and condensing it on the sword's edge.
Xiaoyao Lang wielded his sword, spinning it rapidly and unleashing several powerful strikes. These unpredictable moves, imbued with sword energy, struck Shangguan Qinghuan and Xing Batian.
The moment the sword was drawn, the two had nowhere to dodge, only able to parry and deflect. After the sword strikes, Xing Batian, with three sword strikes, cursed, "You bitch, you're lucky!" and then leaped away.
Shangguan Qinghuan was seriously injured and bleeding profusely from a sword wound to her left shoulder. Seeing that the situation was not good, she also fled.
Seeing this, Xiaoyao Lang was overjoyed. Just then, Xue Qingrou spat out a mouthful of blood.
"puff…"
Xiaoyao Lang quickly helped her up, saying, "What's wrong? How did this happen?"
Xue Qingrou smiled and said, "I'm fine! Don't worry!"
Xiaoyao Lang said with distress, "Linglong! Please take a look at Sister Xue's injuries!"
Yu Linglong stepped forward and said, "Seeing how worried you are makes me jealous of Sister Xue!" As she spoke, she took Xue Qingrou's hand and probed it, channeling her inner energy to repair her internal injuries and clear her blocked meridians.
Xue Qingrou smiled and said, "Thank you, Miss Linglong!"
Yu Linglong said, "If you want to thank someone, thank our Yu Lang. He doesn't want to let you go." As she spoke, she deliberately looked at the two of them.
Upon hearing this, Xiaoyao Lang quickly released his grip and asked leisurely, "Sister Xue, are you alright?"
Yu Linglong: "She's alright now. It's just that your sword move was too extreme, and her internal energy was insufficient, which is why she suffered this internal injury."
Xiaoyao Lang: "This! Sister Xue, I'm so sorry, I really didn't know that my sword strike would seriously injure you like this!"
Xue Qingrou smiled and shook her head: "I'm really fine, you don't need to worry about me. On the contrary, you saved me, and I don't know how to thank you enough!"
Yu Linglong said calmly, "No need to be grateful, we're all on the same side!" As she spoke, she glanced at Xiaoyao Lang.
Xiaoyao Lang knew that Yu Linglong was teasing him, and he was not to be outdone, so he said boldly, "Yes, Sister Xue, you don't need to thank me. It's all my fault for making my Linglong angry and unwilling to help me. She is so precious, and I couldn't persuade her to help, so I had to be strong and play the hero."
Yu Linglong smiled faintly and said, "Yu Lang's words make me feel quite wronged. In the situation just now, if I had struck out, how could Yu Lang have held the beauty's hand, received the favor of Sister Xue, and continued his love affair from then on?"
Hearing the two bickering, Xue Qingrou hurriedly said, "Miss Yu, you have misunderstood Young Master Xiaoyao. Just now, in the heat of the moment, I took the initiative to transfer my internal energy to him, which was not Young Master Xiaoyao's intention."
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