The second person of the prologue

Miss

This flattery is very much to the point, and she is indeed deserving of it. In fact, she must put forth her utmost sincerity to resolve the greatest crisis in her life

It is quite easy for the young master to repay his kindness. In the future, when Yan Yan has the opportunity to go to the Central Plains, you can come to find me then

"I have returned." She passed by him and walked back.

Her almond-shaped eyes widened slightly. This young man from the Central Plains wore a white shirt, had a handsome figure, and was quite tall. His demeanor and appearance suggested he was no more than twenty years old. How could someone like him be a master?

She let out a long sigh of relief. Having survived today's great calamity was all thanks to the protection of the heavens. She glanced at the jade pendant in her hand, quickly threw it to the ground, and kicked some sand over it to bury it.

At the same time, she noticed the wet hem of this person's white shirt and his boots. She gritted her teeth, unable to conceal her anger. Given how wet he was, he must have been very close to the hot spring at that moment

I am the right guardian, Che Yanyan! She falsely accused others without a hint of embarrassment or breathlessness

The young master is mistaken; this is merely an ordinary ringtone. The men of the Tian Nu tie it to their feet, while the women tie it to their hands. However, I only have one, which is a bracelet purchased from the Central Plains. Please do not get it wrong; the people of the Central Plains hold the Tian Nu in great disdain. Some Tian Nu who escaped back to the Central Plains faced a fate that can only be described as tragic. She certainly does not wish to suffer such a fate.

Indeed, everyone has left.

It is good that you understand. You have worked hard during the night patrols, she said softly

He did not pause for a moment and replied

She was drenched in sweat ... Don't remember, don't remember ... Well, forget it, just remember it casually, after all, it's not her that is being remembered.

When a person is destined for misfortune, it is absolutely indifferent to the season, location, or the fragile heart of a young girl

I see, it was my rudeness," he said sympathetically

Starting tomorrow, she will switch to using a floral handkerchief to avoid being recognized by this Central Plains master in the future. By the way, she remembers that Che Yanyan's handkerchief is always embroidered with peonies, so it would be best for her to take some action and have Che Yanyan switch to a plain handkerchief

The voice repeated softly, as if trying to remember her.

"Are you saying that my voice still sounds a bit like a child's?" She sighed, "I am sixteen this year, and the Master has forced me to practice dark arts, which has caused my appearance and voice to resemble that of a child... I don't want this either!"

The person's words were interrupted, and she had no intention of eavesdropping, so she stood in place and waited for a while before turning around

Young Master

After finishing her bath in the hot spring, as she walked home under the moonlight, she felt a rare sentiment and wanted to recite a poem to the moon. Suddenly, a glimmering blade appeared at her neck without her noticing.

She crossed her arms and pondered for a moment, touched her long hair that had dried in the night breeze, and was just about to return to the garden for a nap when she saw the Tian Nu she had accepted four years ago standing behind her

Leave nothing behind, whether it is to repay kindness, seek revenge, or express love. Today, as we part ways, it will be absolutely difficult to meet again, and if we do meet, it will be impossible to recognize each other.

Relying on oneself is the true way of survival

She drew out a pristine white handkerchief from her waist

She still did not turn back, slowly brushing over the bright red wide sleeves, and said coldly

The young master is dressed elegantly in a snow-white robe, while the young lady is accustomed to wearing black garments. The contrast of black and white seems to symbolize our respective positions.

The person behind her was unsure whether to be astonished by her humble response or surprised that there was such a weak individual in the White Ming Sect; in any case, he did not continue the conversation

As the night breeze blew, she detected a peculiar sulfurous scent emanating from the man behind her, which surprisingly matched the scent on her own body

The person behind remained silent

So it is. After today's parting, it will be difficult to meet again, and Yan Yan will not say to the young master that there will be a future meeting

"Then I will start walking now?" she said tentatively

It is not too much to ask, and I hope that in the future, when you hear others mention Che Yanyan's beauty, you will not expose my lie. Young master, let us leave quickly. She does not wish to wait until dawn, staring at him with wide eyes.

Then, she also clasped her hands behind her back and turned around, and indeed saw a young man standing five steps away, with his back to her

She did not even turn her head, stepping forward. She was cautious, fearing an unexpected disaster, yet no matter how hard she strained to listen, she could not hear the footsteps following her.

She secretly felt fortunate. At such a young age, she was already among the masters; such individuals are mostly geniuses, and geniuses are easily agitated. If she deceived him, even if his eyesight were poor, he could still end her life in a single move

Did Miss Yan Yan not see just now? I have run my fingers over the plain silk handkerchief, and it is smooth and unmarked on the surface

She heard the person waiting for him call out softly: "Leisure..."

"Miss, please do not misunderstand. I was halfway up the Heavenly Jade Cliff... and was affected by poisonous smoke, my vision impaired, and I saw nothing."

In times of difficulty in the future, as long as the young lady presents this item to the major sects, someone will guide you to meet me

"Who else could there be?" she said with displeasure, without turning around, pretending to admire the moon.

After a while, he seemed to realize that this path indeed led to the outside of the Heavenly Forest, and said:

The sky was already faintly illuminated; she made a decisive move, turning to face him, her small face lowered, not daring to meet his gaze directly

What can a person with poor eyesight see at a close distance?

Miss, I apologize for the inconvenience

That voice carries a hint of uncontrollable repression, perhaps it was moved by her

Various sects? It sounds quite grand, but how could she be unaware that the martial arts world of the Central Plains has united to this extent? She pretended to be very cautious as she tucked it away, staring at the yellow earth on the ground and smiling

Jiao Meng has not left, and only now has she appeared... She does not ask where he is hiding, but simply smiles and says

"Young master, it is about to dawn." she reminded

But I only ask the young lady to send me out of the Heavenly Forest

She noticed the other person bowing and returned the gesture. She stared at the man's boots for a long time before she finally saw him move, passing by her side and walking out of the forest

She was greatly alarmed. Clearly, the person was right behind her, yet she could not hear any footsteps, which only proved that the intruder's skills were extraordinary. Now, she could only hope that his character was as high as his skills, and that he would not use her and then cast her aside to meet the King of Hell.

...I beg your pardon, miss

"Young master, please use this item to recognize Yan Yan in the future."

She almost fell to the ground. Is Hampa deceiving her? She is not a person from the Central Plains, and she has read various books, you know? Hampa is equivalent to a token of love; does this person from the Central Plains want to repay a favor or establish a romantic relationship?

She accidentally cut off a lock of her slightly damp long hair

He took it over, and immediately, something was stuffed into her hand. She focused her gaze and saw that it was a jade pendant

The young lady has a kind heart, indeed leading me out of the forest

"He is the celestial servant of this protector, do you not recognize him?"

She squinted her eyes

"I completely believe!" she said emphatically. Even if I don't believe, I must believe! "The young master followed me down the mountain with the sound of my bell, it is..." She engaged her hands behind her back, not daring to make any large movements for fear of being innocently killed.

She wore a broad smile on her face. "To be honest with you, my heart is with the Han while I am in the Cao camp. The White Ming Sect commits all kinds of evil and is hated by the heavens and the people. Although I am within the sect, my heart is aligned with the righteous path of the martial world. This silk scarf is like a piece of pure land in my heart; every time I see it, my inner self can find peace." She expressed with deep emotion.

Indeed! This is her prophetic insight, which has proven to be useful today

She maintained a leisurely walking posture, neither daring to walk too fast nor too slow. The night breeze blew directly, causing her unbound long hair to flutter in the wind. She did not anticipate any trouble tonight, dressed very casually in a loose-fitting youth outfit that was neat and tidy, allowing her to go straight to bed after returning home. Who would have thought... Alas, human plans are no match for the whims of fate

Furthermore, asking him to turn his back means preventing him from seeing her face. What a joke, once he recognizes her face, who knows what kind of trouble might arise in the future

To frame someone, one must be decisive. Of course, if that person from the Central Plains wishes to repay Chen Yanyan or offer themselves in gratitude in the future, she would absolutely welcome it.

"Miss... take care. In times of difficulty in the future, be sure to come to the Central Plains to find me. Farewell."

The young lady is truly thoughtful

"Young Master"

She reacted quickly, immediately stopping and saying, "Young master, turn around"

"Young master?" This person from the Central Plains is not planning to flee; do they intend to stay here for a lifetime?

Furthermore, this year she is fourteen, but due to excessive mental strain, her development is likely delayed by two to three years compared to her peers. Being observed... is not a significant issue; the word 'endure' carries a knife above it, and this knife is not large; she can endure it.

"Who is ahead?" shouted the patrolling believer.

She did not want to cause any trouble, so she naturally would not lead him to the leader. Now, she only wished to send this person away quickly, treating it as a ridiculous dream from tonight, leaving no trace behind

Fortunately, fortunately! She does not like to create trouble or to complicate matters for him, and it is only tonight that her life has been spared

Is that so? She was very curious whether that master from the Central Plains would take action, and if this servant who had followed her for four years would still hide and refuse to show up. But she thought it might be better not to know the outcome

Oh no, she shook the bell in her hand and replied

Please

"This is nature, my lady. Your great kindness tonight will surely be remembered by me" He also learned to emphasize his tone like her

Yes

Thinking of this, she gazed up at the sky, imagining the knife that could fall at any moment above her head. Endure

She did not turn back, continuing to play with her red belt. Today, she was dressed in fiery red, and he followed her words, saying that if this person was not truly blind, then they were an exceptionally clever expert

Although it is said that suspicion is the best way to survive, she would rather believe that he is blind than to endure the humiliation while her heart is ablaze with anger

"Young Master." She endured and endured, allowing that knife to cut her a thousand times, yet in the end, she could not help but cry out.

Then what other questions are there

Is the young lady a protector of the White Ming Sect

Her facial muscles twitched, and she endured and endured, forcing herself to hold on tightly

It is rumored that the girl from the car is a great beauty

This matter is absolutely irretrievable. The people of the Central Plains value face; entering the White Ming Sect was under the banner of "eliminating the leader of the demonic sect," yet now he returns in disappointment... Who knows if he might take out his anger on her

She pursed her lips and replied:

"Guardian, he..."

"......Che Yan Yan......Che Yan Yan......" He seemed very interested in her name, repeating it continuously.

"...is the protector?" the disciple hesitated. This voice, this figure, this little old woman standing with her hands behind her back, clearly resembled the weakest protector in the White Ming Sect.

After the two walked for a while, she finally arrived at the entrance of the forest and the library, saying:

I am here

virtuous

Is the young lady a heavenly servant

I remember that Che Yanyan is the right protector, and this year she is sixteen... Miss, your voice does not seem to match.

"Young master, I feel inferior. Although my appearance resembles that of a child, I still desire to maintain my dignity. Therefore, I have specially instructed someone to spread rumors, claiming that I possess the beauty of Daji to satisfy my vanity..." Are you satisfied with this?

......

I hope my life will be smooth, and that I will not need this jade pendant

"Miss, he is a man of integrity and will not harm others without reason," her maid said

"Yes, yes." Four years ago, the protector took in a young prodigy, and since then, Jiao Meng has never left his side

"What the young lady said is correct"

She took a deep breath, allowing her heart and mind to open. Those who understand the times are the true heroes; there are not many from the Central Plains who can ascend the Heavenly Jade Cliff. Their skills are undoubtedly superior to hers, and their movements are certainly faster. She believes that even with four swords on her back, she would never be able to defeat a master capable of reaching the Heavenly Jade Cliff.

The usual outcomes often cause harm. In this world, even those who are closest to us cannot be trusted or relied upon casually

The young lady, who is fond of wearing black clothing, does so out of personal preference, which has no relation to the dichotomy of good and evil

Although I am a protector, I remain untainted by the mud. If you, young master, repay kindness with enmity, it would tarnish the noble character of the righteous path of the Central Plains

This voice carries a hint of apology. This indicates that the people from the Central Plains indeed came down from Tianbi Cliff. There are natural hot springs in Tianbi Cliff, and she has just bathed there; isn't this just allowing him to see her for nothing?

"Did the young master follow all the way from Tianbi Cliff?" She also lowered her voice and changed her tone

......

She walked leisurely, with him trailing behind, just as usual. The tinkling of their bells intertwined... ding ding, dong dong, ringing continuously in each other's lives

She waved her hand and said, "Go away, do not disturb this guardian while enjoying the moon."

She longed to laugh heartily at the sky. As a girl, she naturally preferred cleanliness, and it was only reasonable for her to carry a handkerchief. However, she was always on guard, choosing only plain white handkerchiefs, completely devoid of any patterns, fearing that one day she might be forced to commit a wrongdoing and inadvertently leave behind traces that could be tracked.

Is that so... Young master, holding the young lady's plain handkerchief, how could you know that there are no embroidered patterns on it

That voice, from behind, seemed to have been deliberately altered, yet it was undoubtedly that of a man

She let out a quiet sigh, her freshly washed body breaking out in a light sweat again. How frustrating, but she still had to endure

He quietly interrupted, "Although the martial arts world of the Central Plains claims to uphold righteousness, it is difficult to guarantee that there won't be any unscrupulous individuals. If someone were to impersonate Miss Che... I think it would be better to wait until dawn to catch a glimpse of the young lady's beauty, so as not to mistakenly repay a kindness to the wrong person"

"This young lady not only has a kind heart, but has also always cherished peace and advocated for a tranquil life. She has never taken a life, nor has she ever obstructed anyone's path." It is best to clarify this statement.

"Miss Che, I am obliged to repay any kindness shown to me. Do you happen to have a handkerchief or something similar?"

Miss, your handkerchief does not have a single embroidered pattern on it

Then the footsteps came to a halt

"There is someone ahead." Suddenly, the man from the Central Plains spoke, this time in a very low voice

She did not wish to look at that person from the Central Plains any longer, so she turned her back to him and said, "Young Master, you may leave now"

Every month at night, she would visit the hot springs several times, returning to her garden by the fourth watch. The road was deserted, and she was already accustomed to coming and going without makeup. However, today she had to escort this person from the Central Plains out of the forest, and was forced to encounter others. This bloody example made her vigilant, and she resolved never to let down her guard again. In the future, unless she was at home, she could not remove her "protective makeup".

"Young master, it is our first encounter tonight, and I did not expect us to cooperate so well." She asked him to turn, and he turned; the two worked together seamlessly, exhibiting an extraordinary level of tacit understanding

It was just that she suffered a slight loss, as she unexpectedly shared a room with him while soaking in the hot spring without realizing it... No, no, absolutely must not think too much about it

She turned her ear to listen as the person from the Central Plains turned around and smiled

Then I shall take my leave, thank you, Miss Yan Yan

......Thank you very much, miss

It turns out that in the Bai Ming sect, there are also young ladies of such a peaceful disposition; it is truly a pity that the young lady has such a background

"A small issue!" she said cheerfully. There are no hidden arrows in this forest; anyone can come and go freely, and all roads lead out of the forest. It seems that the person behind must truly be temporarily blinded. "Young master need not worry; the poisonous smoke of Tianbi Cliff will dissipate once daylight breaks, and your vision will return after dawn."

The young man smiled. "Miss, please do not misunderstand; I merely wish to ask for your name. I recall that the Bai Ming Sect has two protectors, and the left protector bears the surname Huangfu..."

The sword blade is slowly retracted

The sky is about to brighten, and your eyesight will soon be restored. I have led you out of the Heavenly Forest, please proceed.

"The young lady treats others with sincerity, and I naturally trust her."

"No, no, this is just Xiao En, merely taking a stroll along the way, it’s nothing, really nothing. Please don’t remember her, I beg you.

"Alas, I feel the same way," she shook her head and sighed. "If I were born into an ordinary family, I wouldn't have to encounter such life-and-death matters in the middle of the night. I only hope that the young master is honorable, and that I won't end up losing my life in the process." She emphasized the words "honorable".

In an instant, the gaze she cast downwards swept through with a murderous intent