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After a month of training in martial arts, Lin Pingzhi and his master set out from Fuzhou City. They rode three magnificent horses with pure white coats, pulling a luxurious carriage adorned with precious jewels.
In all of Fuzhou City, anyone with a bit of knowledge couldn't help but gaze enviously at the sight. However, most of them merely stole a glance before hurriedly retreating.
"Master, will there really be that many people at Hengshan Liu San Ye's Golden Basin Retirement?" Lin Pingzhi asked, slowing his horse to match the pace of the carriage, a hint of confusion in his voice.
This was his first time venturing into the martial world, and everything felt fresh to him. He had heard of the Wuyue Sword Sect and knew they were a formidable faction, but his understanding was limited to that.
"Hengshan Liu Zhengfeng is well-respected in the martial community and is known for making friends. Unfortunately, this Golden Basin Retirement may bring more trouble than good," Ye Kai replied with a light chuckle.
"Trouble instead of good?" Lin Pingzhi's interest was piqued, and he asked again, "Master, does that mean someone intends to disrupt the Golden Basin Retirement ceremony?"
Ye Kai glanced at Lin Pingzhi outside the carriage window with mild surprise before responding slowly, "Pingzhi, you should pay close attention to this grand event. Take the time to understand what it means to be part of the martial world and truly feel what it encompasses."
It seemed that this disciple he had taken on was not ordinary after all! Although he had missed the prime age for martial training, Ye Kai had helped him transform significantly; not only had his talent improved, but so had his comprehension.
"Yes, Master. I will take it seriously!" Lin Pingzhi understood his master's divine abilities well enough to know that such words indicated something significant would happen in Hengshan City.
If his master said so, there must be a reason behind it.
What should have been a short journey turned into an arduous trek under Ye Kai's insistence; they ended up traveling for over ten hours. Surprisingly, they encountered no trouble along the way.
Ye Kai had hoped to see some local bandits or troublemakers, but as they continued their journey without incident, he found himself itching to seek out some bandit hideouts.
At this point, even Ye Kai was feeling somewhat frustrated, and Lin Pingzhi was beginning to grow bored as well.
However, who could blame the master for being the boss? Even if he had opinions, he wouldn’t dare to voice them!
Every time he thought back to when he had offered suggestions, he couldn’t help but shiver at the sight of the master’s beaming face, as if he had finally found something interesting to engage with.
Catching fireflies, going off alone to hunt wolves, distinguishing unknown colorful fruits—each memory made him feel that life was bleak.
But there was one good thing: the master’s so-called "survival skills in the wild" were definitely top-notch.
“Hey?”
“Master, it seems there’s a village up ahead celebrating something!”
Lin Pingzhi perked up. Finally, they wouldn’t have to sleep in a dilapidated mountain temple filled with cobwebs. The thought almost brought him to tears.
His all-knowing master had somehow heard that most of these ruined mountain temples had stories behind them, like the tale of "the scholar and the fox spirit."
Stories like "A Chinese Ghost Story," "Black Mountain Old Demon," "Seven Lifetimes of Grievous Lovers," and "Mystic Heart Sect" were all quite captivating, but the accommodations were simply unbearable.
“A wedding?”
Ye Kai was taken aback; he had never seen an ancient wedding before. This was like falling asleep only to find a pillow at just the right moment. He immediately said, “Let’s go take a look and prepare some gifts to witness this.”
“Oh, guests from afar! You’ve arrived at just the right time; we’re holding a wedding here. Would you like to come and have a drink?”
At that moment, a boisterous voice called out from afar.
Ha!
This was quite amusing. Were the people here really this friendly?
Or was this some sort of special custom?
At that moment, not only did Lin Pingzhi gaze at him with hopeful eyes, but even Alice and the four girls looked at him eagerly.
"Alright, it's good to share in the joy," Ye Kai said with a casual smile.
"Wow, guest, your carriage is truly impressive. However, guests, this wine cannot be drunk for free! You all need to give the groom a challenge. If he passes, he can enter the bridal chamber; if he fails, he’ll have to keep drinking here. Ha ha ha..."
Ye Kai slowly stepped down from the carriage and cast a meaningful glance at the plainly dressed Old Man, lightly smiling as he said, "Since we are here, let's go along with local customs."
"Groom, look who I’ve brought along! These are guests from afar."
Following the Old Man to the side of the Groom, Ye Kai looked at the exceptionally handsome groom in his crimson wedding robe and congratulated him before saying, "Alright, this sect will ask him one question. If he can answer it, then let him enter the bridal chamber."
"Sure!"
The Groom slammed his hand on the table and said with a mischievous grin, "Go ahead and ask!"
Ye Kai suddenly raised an eyebrow because he had noticed someone unusual had arrived behind him. His smile deepened a bit more: "Listen carefully, what is the next line after 'In spring slumber, unaware of dawn'?"
The Groom's expression changed instantly; his face turned red as he stammered, "I... I haven't read much. I don't have much literary knowledge; I can't do poetry. Change the question."
"Book Mountain has paths made by diligence; Sea of Learning has no bounds but hard work as a boat."
Ye Kai chuckled and shook his head: "I wonder if this Brother behind me has any other questions?"
This young man was handsome yet carried an air of heroism. He had been there for a while and seemed momentarily stunned by the question but eventually spoke softly: "My question has already been asked by Brother. It seems this groom..."
"Who? Who am I unable to match up with?"
After blushing and shouting angrily, the Groom suddenly rolled his eyes and broke into a wide grin: "Watch me! In spring slumber, unaware of dawn; the east is infinitely beautiful! Ha ha ha! See? This is great! I matched it! I'm going to the bridal chamber now; you can't stop me anymore."
"Of course! A moment is worth a thousand gold; however you answer is correct." The young man standing behind Ye Kai suddenly spoke up, already aware of what was happening.
"Ahahaha, thank you for your support, thank you for your support! Everyone, take your time to drink, take your time to drink! Hahaha, I'm off to the bridal chamber now!"
...
Glancing at the excited figure bursting into the bridal chamber, Ye Kai's eyes flickered with a hint of mischief. He then grabbed the arm of the young man standing behind him. "Come on, brother, let's have a few drinks."
"Let go!!!"
The young man's eyes flashed with displeasure as he spoke coldly, "You..."
Bang!!!
At that moment, a commotion erupted from within the bridal chamber, and suddenly, a figure dressed in bright red crashed through the door, sending splinters flying as it headed straight toward their table.
"Run! Get out of here!"
"Oh my gosh, this place is terrifying!"
"Quickly, run! That person has a knife!"
Watching as Lin Pingzhi intercepted the figure in red, Ye Kai paid no mind to it. Instead, he scrutinized the handsome young man before him, who wore an icy expression.
"You little brat! How dare you ruin my good fortune? Do you know who I am? You dare to snatch away the beauty of Tian Boguang, who travels alone across thousands of miles? Don’t think she can escape..."
Dressed in a bright red wedding robe, Tian Boguang burst out from the room, his eyes fierce as he shouted, "If I fall for a woman, even if she runs for a while—no matter if she flees to the End of the World—I will bring her back!"
"Wooow! Brother, you truly understand me!"
After slightly nodding in gratitude to Lin Pingzhi, the figure in red laughed exaggeratedly and said, "Brother, our personalities are just too similar. If I, Linghu Chong, want to save someone, even if that person reaches the End of the World, I will bring her back."
"Tch!"
Tian Boguang's eyes flashed with deep disdain as he brandished his weapon and said, "Let's see what you've got!"
"Swish!!!"
At that moment, Linghu Chong leaped forward, blocking Tian Boguang's path, and thrust his sword in a swift counterattack.
"Clang!"
After parrying the blow, Tian Boguang's murderous intent surged. In a blur of motion, he transformed into a fleeting shadow, unleashing seven strikes in an instant. At the same time, four lines of blood erupted from Linghu Chong's body.
"Ping Zhi, it has been a month since I began your training. Now, go rescue that fellow from the Huashan Sect. As for that Wanli Duxing character, he will serve as a perfect test of what you've learned this past month," Ye Kai said as he lifted his wine cup and took a light sniff.
"Yes, Master!"
Lin Pingzhi could hardly contain himself. This Tian Boguang was none other than the infamous 'Flower Thief,' reviled by all. If it weren't for his master's instructions, he would have already captured the scoundrel.
"Clang!"
"Tian Boguang, surrender now!"
Just as Linghu Chong was on the verge of exhaustion and preparing to fight to the death, a loud shout rang out, followed by a dazzling silver rain of swords appearing in the air.
"You’re asking for death!"
Tian Boguang was nearly furious. What should have been a glorious moment had turned into a series of unfortunate events.
A similarly brilliant flash of blade light slashed through the air!
"Clang!"
The sound of metal clashing echoed through the air, and Tian Boguang felt a powerful force surge towards him. He involuntarily staggered backward, nearly losing his balance and falling.
However, his extensive experience kicked in at that moment. He instinctively swung his blade horizontally, and a swirling force propelled his entire body into a spinning motion, slashing out dozens of gleaming arcs of light like snowflakes.
But just as this move was halfway executed, a sharp aura suddenly pierced through the bright blade light. The pressure surged violently, and with two hissing sounds, two tiny blood holes appeared on his left shoulder.
He let out a loud cry, and with a sudden push of his feet, he flew backward, rolling several times before planting his steel blade into the ground, his face pale.
This single strike seemed to have shattered his renowned technique.
Who is this White Face?
Why is he so formidable?
And those two fellows sitting off to the side drinking...
This is bad!
Out of the corner of his eye, he suddenly caught sight of two men and five women who had appeared around him at some point. They not only surrounded him tightly but also regarded him with disdainful and mocking gazes.
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