Chapter 1, Why Look for Reasons (Part 1)

Although Nangong Bieyuan is not bustling with people, it is a prominent family in the martial world. The previous master of the estate, Nangong Yu, was exceptional in swordsmanship and possessed upright character, making him a well-known hero in the martial community. Unfortunately, fate was unkind to heroes, and he passed away in his forties. A decade has passed, and with the passage of time, the current master is none other than the son of the former Nangong Yu.

Why bother looking for excuses again

In this world, there are no perfect solutions. This clever, witty, gentle, and courteous young master Nangong is, unfortunately, born with abnormal meridians, rendering him unable to cultivate internal energy, and thus considered a useless person

The two are well aware of his personality, and it is not surprising

The young gentleman in traditional attire smiled upon hearing this

A person is slowly walking from the end of the long street

Three people walk side by side on the stone path

It is a feeling, the man in black stared intently at the tree, like an eagle spotting its prey, "In this line of work, sometimes the feeling is much sharper than the eyes."

Such a person would absolutely not be overlooked, especially since he has a knife hanging at his waist

"No wonder you are a Dog," the young man in white suddenly realized, "What else do you feel?"

It is said that this young master Nangong was raised by others since childhood, having been sent away by Nangong Yu, and only returned to the family estate at the age of ten. However, he is exceptionally gifted and deeply cherished by Nangong Yu, who has only this one son and naturally invests great effort in his upbringing. Indeed, the young master Nangong has not disappointed; at a young age, he has won considerable acclaim among his peers in the martial world, which Nangong Yu often takes pride in. Now, after more than a decade, the young master Nangong has grown into a remarkably handsome and capable individual, adept in dealing with others. His inherent benevolence and love for making friends have earned him a good reputation at a young age, garnering admiration from both renowned heroes and common folk alike, from the highest-ranking knights to the lowest street vendors and even underworld assassins, all of whom speak highly of him. Therefore, in the ten years since Nangong Yu's passing, the Nangong family estate has not only maintained its reputation but has instead flourished even more.

The man in black hardly moved and was already in front of the two people

Looking at the object in his arms, he sighed and murmured his conclusion

Of course, no one would be foolish enough to stand there and take the blows. The only remaining option is to take a step back and open one's arms. Thus, unfortunately, or perhaps fortunately, that dark shadow happened to be caught in his embrace.

What does it mean

There are too many fights; if one does not practice lightness skills well to escape, wouldn't that mean getting beaten up

The man in black was not angry and retorted, "Curious lazy pig, the number one in lightness skill in the martial world, could it be due to being pursued too much?"

The benefits of lightness in martial arts are indeed numerous," the young man in white said earnestly, nodding his head. He then turned to the side and added, "Life is short; it is better to enjoy oneself than to toil away relentlessly. Wouldn't you agree, Brother Nangong?

The young man in white was about to speak when the person in black suddenly raised his chin and asked, "Is it that tree?"

However, after people offer their praise, they inevitably accompany it with a sigh

The utterly ordinary tight-fitting black attire, when worn by him, inexplicably added a few degrees of uprightness and vigor, making him appear imbued with an aura of coldness and danger

I do not often flee for my life

The young gentleman in traditional attire was somewhat surprised and praised, "What a keen eye you have, Brother He!"

The young man in white smiled wryly: "Are you joking? There is no need to be so harsh..."

Still far from the door, the man in black stopped in his tracks, for there were already two people standing there. He did not speak, yet the two individuals turned around simultaneously.

The young gentleman in traditional attire smiled faintly and said: "Good people are always unfortunate; otherwise, how could they have brought upon themselves such calamities, please!"

Why bother looking for reasons, whether it's a major case or a minor one, there is no need for worry

On ordinary days, it would not be difficult for him to evade, but unfortunately, at this moment, a young man in splendid attire stood to his left, preventing him from rushing past; to his right stood a man in black, blocking that path as well; just as he was about to run forward, a dark scabbard unexpectedly appeared before him, obstructing his way; by the time he sought to adapt, it was already too late

The handsome face appeared somewhat pale against the backdrop of the black clothing and the darkening sky, with a slightly hooked nose that conveyed a hint of coldness. His deep-set eyes gazed only at the road ahead, as if anything happening around him was of no concern. Therefore, when the door creaked open and a person shook their head while bringing a bowl of rice to offer to the poor child, he still did not cast a glance, slowly walking past them.

"Well said!" A look of appreciation appeared on the indifferent face as the man in black turned to the young man in white, "Aren't you afraid that one day a woman will fall from the sky and crush you?" After saying this, he did not wait for an invitation and directly walked through the door.

"Your escape for life, your escape for love, all cannot compare to my leisurely and carefree state," the elegantly dressed young man said with a suppressed smile. "In our eyes, Brother He is busy fighting for his life, but perhaps he himself is truly enjoying it."

Of course, there are exceptions

The young master in traditional attire said: "This month, the one who went missing is Zhang Mingchu, known as 'One Blade Cuts Jiangnan'."

Both individuals are of similar age to him, around twenty-five or twenty-six years old

Another traditional Chinese garment adorned with a golden crown, yet it exudes absolutely no hint of vulgarity. Beneath the sword-like brows lies a pair of naturally noble phoenix eyes, radiating an air of authority amidst simplicity, and a touch of melancholy within gentleness, with a smile that is both elegant and pure

On the street, an elderly man with a haggard face carrying a burden trembles, while a child huddles in the corner. In the eyes of these impoverished individuals who struggle for survival at the very bottom of society, any weather is indistinguishable.

The young man in white murmured: "It seems that it is better to befriend good people; at least they will not curse you with a raven's tongue."

There is a tall tree beside the small attic, and it is autumn. The leaves on the tree are still quite lush, and the large crown of the tree nearly obscures more than half of the adjacent small building, while a layer of withered leaves is also piled on the ground

It turns out that some people not only have an accurate crow's mouth but are also quite capable of harming their friends. If I were to choose friends in my next life, I would rather choose good people than you.

Before the words had left his mouth, a shadowy figure unexpectedly descended from the sky, crashing down towards him!

The young man in white merely glanced at him a few times and sighed, saying: "Brother Nangong, you may not be aware, but once a person starts to receive public provisions, regardless of other matters, their lightness skill must be diligently practiced.

You are merely escaping from emotions

There is one more exception

The sword is in its sheath. The black sheath is quite ordinary and common, yet no one dares to underestimate it, for it is the coldness and murderous aura that only a sword, having drunk deeply of blood and endured countless battles, can possess

I feel that the man in black turned to look at him and said coldly, "You are going to have bad luck"

In the late autumn dusk, cold rain drifts down, and a few scattered withered leaves flutter down from the branches with the wind. From a distance, the occasional calls of crows add to the autumn atmosphere, evoking countless feelings of nostalgia and longing for home. In this dreary weather, no one wishes to go outside; the streets are sparsely populated, with a few lanterns swaying in the wind, while most households have already closed their doors early, retreating into the warmth of their beds.

Recently, news has suddenly emerged from the martial arts world

This is the most widely circulated saying in the rivers and lakes, in the government offices, and in the market alleys over the past seven years. From the elderly to young children, almost everyone knows it. Because no matter how complicated the case is, as long as this saying is uttered, it will surely be resolved effortlessly. Of course, such major cases are not numerous; at most, there are only one or two or three each year. However, even these one or two or three cases are enough to make this saying renowned throughout the world.

The courtyard of the house is spacious, adorned with opulent decorations, and the back garden is equally large, featuring a picturesque landscape that is both varied and exquisite. There are several intricately carved corridors, a few rock formations, several ponds, a few chrysanthemums, and patches of bamboo groves.

The young master in traditional attire praised, "Excellent skill!"

Standing with one hand behind his back, his white garments fluttering in the wind, the surrounding dim and desolate scenery appeared much brighter. His long eyebrows seemed to be lifted by the wind, flowing like an ink painting, and his beautiful eyes sparkled with joyful light, carrying a hint of playfulness, instantly bringing delight to those who beheld him

Outside the city, there stands a grand and opulent villa