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The Dazzling New Star of the Heroes of the Martial World
On top of Rock Peak, Infernal Sovereign Yan Yin Si raised his left hand and executed the technique Universal Strike against the Test Stone. However, the Test Stone remained unmoved, completely unharmed. Immediately, the Test Stone emitted a dazzling light accompanied by a voice: "Penetrated two inches into the stone, cultivation level is low."
Infernal Sovereign Yan Yin Si said, "Oh, does that mean I need to break through you to be considered of high cultivation?"
The Test Stone responded silently, returning to normal. Seeing this, Infernal Sovereign Yan Yin Si struck the Test Stone again, but the same situation occurred once more. With no means to proceed, Infernal Sovereign Yan Yin Si could only leave in disappointment.
Mochang Foxiao Yandao Demon, known as Nightmare Demon, arrived at Snow Sea Human Bone Bridge, where Red Skeleton and Blood Drinking and Flesh Eating - Skeleton of the Bone and Flesh appeared. Nightmare Demon asked, "Were you the one who besieged Dao Rulai?"
Skeleton of the Bone and Flesh was surprised to see a Demon resembling Dao Rulai and said, "A Demon filled with Evil Energy, who are you?"
Nightmare Demon replied, "I am here to send you off." After speaking, Nightmare Demon raised his demonic hand and unleashed the fierce technique Shatter Bones, Leave No Corpse towards Red Skeleton - Skeleton of the Bone and Flesh. The Skeleton of the Bone and Flesh hurriedly activated his sinister skill Blood Drinking and Flesh Eating to resist. When their ultimate techniques clashed, Shatter Bones, Leave No Corpse overpowered Blood Drinking and Flesh Eating. The Skeleton of the Bone and Flesh was sent flying dozens of yards before a terrifying scene unfolded; its skeletal body began to shatter. The Skeleton of the Bone and Flesh quickly circulated its true essence to seal its bone veins and preserve its remaining form. It then transformed into light and vanished from the scene.
The Demon did not pursue but laughed heartily, saying, "Having been struck by my Shatter Bones, Leave No Corpse, your life is not long now." He then departed.
At Murong Manor during the Martial Arts Tournament for Marriage, the focus match of the second round featured All-Round Talent Zhuge Kongming against Taishan Sect's Zhou Dunyi. Zhuge Kongming changed his approach from the previous round; he wielded his repeating crossbow with precision while simultaneously unleashing palm energy. Zhou Dunyi struggled to defend both front and back and was swiftly defeated.
Sanwei Daoist said to Yi Junsheng: "You are set to face Eastern Dragon; I advise you to forfeit to avoid a needless death."
Yi Junsheng replied: "What are you talking about? To forfeit is equivalent to giving up my life. For my life and for the vengeance of Great Literary Master, I have decided to unleash my ultimate move. Now I must step out for a moment; when I return, it will be time for that damned Tall Guy's reckoning." He then left Murong Manor.
Yi Junsheng arrived at Yuelu Town, located a mile from Murong Manor. He entered a magnificent hall which was the headquarters of the martial arts assassin organization Black Design Society - Afang Palace. Yi Junsheng asked: "Is Gao Jianli - High President here? I have business to discuss."
At that moment, President Gao Jianli strolled out and said: "Welcome esteemed guest; may I ask your name?"
Yi Junsheng answered: "I am Saipan An Yi Junsheng."
Gao Jianli said: "Since you know this place, you must understand it is where one pays for lives. So tell me, who do you wish to kill?"
Yi Junsheng replied: "I want to axe down Eastern Dragon; how many Silver Coins will it cost?"
Gao Jianli said, "Our organization has five price tiers for assassins. Different assassins have different prices for their missions."
Yi Junsheng replied, "Oh, so according to you, your Black Design Society only has five assassins in total? How much does your cheapest assassin charge for a mission?"
Gao Jianli responded, "The cheapest one costs five thousand taels, and the assassin is the swift sword, Yu Rang. Our rule is that once an assassin is hired, whether they succeed or fail, the Silver Coins are non-refundable."
Yi Junsheng exclaimed, "What kind of business is this? Isn't this just blatant robbery?"
Gao Jianli laughed and said, "Haha, our organization has never had an assassin return without success since its founding. You can rest assured about that."
Yi Junsheng asked, "Then how much does the most expensive one cost?"
Gao Jianli answered, "The most expensive one costs one hundred thousand taels."
Yi Junsheng said, "Wow, what kind of assassin charges that much?"
Gao Jianli replied, "Of course it's the top assassin, Jing Ke."
Yi Junsheng remarked, "Jing Ke? Isn't he the one who was killed while attempting to assassinate Qin Shi Huang? Has history changed so that Jing Ke killed Qin Shi Huang and took over his Epang Palace, which is why it's now called Afang Palace?"
Gao Jianli retorted, "Enough nonsense. What kind of assassin do you want to choose? If you don't have the money, please leave."
Yi Junsheng declared, "Fine, if I have to choose, I'll go for the top assassin, Jing Ke. If I live today, then let me die tomorrow."
Gao Jianli asked, "No problem. Where is Eastern Dragon?"
Yi Junsheng replied, "He is at Murong Manor. Once I lure him out of the manor, you can have Jing Ke take care of him outside."
Gao Jianli said, "Alright, please hand over the Silver Coins." Yi Junsheng handed over the banknotes and then left.
Martial Arts Tournament for Marriage The second round's second match features Dull Blade of the Wandering Sword against Lin Cong from the Liangshan Sect. This battle is still a contest of unequal strength. Lin Cong initiates the attack with a spear aimed at the opponent's life. Dull Blade of the Wandering Sword responds calmly, using the Ethereal Sword Flutter technique to counter. Lin Cong realizes that his opponent possesses extraordinary skills, and any mistake could lead to his defeat. Dull Blade of the Wandering Sword understands that although Lin Cong is not as strong, he will not easily concede. After several exchanges, Lin Cong shifts his spear, deliberately exposing a weakness, intending to catch his opponent off guard. Dull Blade of the Wandering Sword sees through Lin Cong's intentions and is not deceived. At this moment, Dull Blade of the Wandering Sword employs the same technique that defeated Xian Haixing in the first round; Lin Cong attempts to counter with a spear strike but ultimately fails to achieve an upset and is knocked off the Arena, losing.
Yi Junsheng returns to Murong Manor, approaches Eastern Dragon, and says, "Damn you, Tall Guy, we still have several matches before it's our turn, yet I can't wait to kill you now to appease the spirit of Great Literary Master."
Eastern Dragon replies, "White Face, have you lost your mind? You want to die sooner? I'll grant you that. Come on, let's duel right now."
Yi Junsheng says, "Very well, to avoid disrupting order here, let's step outside for our showdown."
Eastern Dragon states, "No matter where you are, it's a dead end for you." He then walks towards the manor's exit.
Once outside, Yi Junsheng walks further away. Eastern Dragon says, "Alright, this will do."
Yi Junsheng: "Perfect, damn you, Tall Guy, next year on this day will be your death anniversary."
Eastern Dragon: "White Face, what else can you do besides talk?"
At this moment, a verse echoes: "The wind is bleak and the waters cold; a brave man departs and never returns!" The first assassin of the Black Design Society, Jing Ke, steps forward slowly, brandishing a dagger that suddenly slashes through Eastern Dragon's neck. In an instant, Eastern Dragon is decapitated, blood gushing forth. Seeing this makes Yi Junsheng's heart race with fear; when he regains his composure, the assassin has vanished without a trace, leaving only a lifeless body behind. Yi Junsheng remarks, "With such formidable skills, no wonder Qin Shi Huang's Epang Palace was taken over by Jing Ke and his associates."
Upon returning inside Murong Manor, he encounters the deeply disappointed recluse scholar, Tao Yuanliang. Yi Junsheng says, "Oh dear, Tao Yuanming, seeing you so downcast makes me think you're still brooding over not receiving votes from the Martial Arts Community!"
Tao Yuanliang replies, "The competition was clearly evenly matched; why do only forty percent believe I should advance to the next round?"
Yi Junsheng responds: "Tao Yuanming, you're completely mistaken. It's not that forty percent voted for you; it's that less than ten percent actually voted for you."
Tao Yuanliang: "How can that be? The judge, Murong Sui, asked for a show of hands for those who thought Du Fu should advance; sixty percent raised their hands. So doesn't that mean the rest voted for me?"
Yi Junsheng: "Tao Yuanming, do you really think that way? Let me analyze it for you: sixty percent voted for Du Fu; among the remaining forty percent, more than thirty or even all forty could have abstained from voting. Your actual vote count is less than ten percent or even zero."
Tao Yuanliang, astonished, asks: "How do you know that the rest cast abstention votes?"
Yi Junsheng retorted, "Do you know why the referee Murong Sui first asked who thinks Du Fu should advance to the next round instead of asking who thinks you, Tao Yuanming, should advance?"
Tao Yuanliang replied, "Isn't this just a matter of order? What's there to investigate?"
Yi Junsheng said, "You're mistaken again. If they had asked about you first, your vote count might be less than ten percent or even zero. At that point, you would have no place to hide, and you might very well commit seppuku on the spot."
Tao Yuanliang exclaimed, "What? Is it really like that?"
Yi Junsheng stated, "That's the reality. If you don't believe me, just ask a few Martial Arts Community members and you'll find out."
Tao Yuanliang asked, "Then do you know why so many Martial Arts Community members would vote for Du Fu instead of me?"
Yi Junsheng replied, "Of course. It's because you, Tao Yuanming, have been living a carefree life in Peach Blossom Village, while Du Fu spent the latter half of his life in dire straits and hardship. The Martial Arts Community naturally empathizes with those who lead miserable lives!"
Tao Yuanliang angrily said, "I am Tao Yuanliang, not Tao Yuanliang! And Du Fu is not just Du Fu; can they really think that way?"
Yi Junsheng responded, "The truth is cruel. Please don't commit suicide; you wouldn't want to become the murderer of your own dreams. You need to look at things more openly."
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