Chapter 009: Night Visit to the Women's Quarters

His weapon is renowned, being the Thunder Sword embedded with the Ten Great Crystal Sea Artifacts, known as the "Heart of Thunder." In the context of the significant disparity in strength between the human and dragon races, Xuanyuan Chengtian, clad in blue robes and silver armor, is one of the few humans capable of single-handedly killing high-ranking dragon kin. Thus, Xuanyuan Chengtian is also referred to as the "Thunder God Sword."

This admiration is truly resilient to trials; upon learning of Wu Shanyun's true identity, she not only did not turn against him but was instead influenced by him, disregarding the serious consequences to join the Blood Oath Alliance

This Wu Shan Yun is clearly a highly esteemed figure within the Blood Oath Alliance. However, his more renowned identity is that he is actually ranked as the fourth among the "Four Heroes of Jinghua" in the Huaxia nation

As Su Jian and Gu Yufei walked by, Luo Xueqiong happened to turn around and saw the young man walking side by side with Gu Yufei

The male students lingering outside the entrance of the female dormitory at this moment are completely unaware of the underlying circumstances

Just as Su Jianfei leaped forward to catch up and intended to continue his attack, he suddenly heard a sound of wind behind him

In the capital city of Huaxia, there are four young gentlemen who are universally recognized for their exceptional talents and appearances, known as the "Four Talents of Jinghua." Their reputation extends far beyond Jinghua and Huaxia, making them renowned throughout the world

And those men, in her presence, would become flustered and breathless due to her stunning beauty, alluring figure, and formidable magical prowess

Among the Four Talents of Jinghua, the second-ranked is Xiao Longque, the adopted son of the current Prime Minister Situ Wei. Xiao Longque is as handsome as a beautiful woman, fond of wearing a red robe and golden armor, wielding a weapon known as the "Heaven-Burning Halberd," and is referred to as the "Divine Halberd General," with his star flow technique named "Crimson Flame Lion"

However, he thought to himself, "I am just a small pawn, what is there to fear? If I get caught, I get caught; I will just bite back and say I was performing my duties. Can the female instructors really eat me? Seeing a big fish ahead, I certainly do not want to let it slip away right before my eyes"

"What a misunderstanding! You bastard, I spit on you!" Cao Liang spat on the ground, "Even if I wronged you, so what? Just looking at trash like you annoys me!"

Gao Chang knew that Cao Liang's malevolent fire had been completely ignited. Looking at the fierce light in his eyes, it was evident that he had truly developed a murderous intent

Yet tonight, illuminated by the bright red candlelight filtering through the diamond-patterned window, the beautiful maiden, as delicate as a flower and as precious as jade, smiles charmingly, her eyes sparkling, and her lips hinting at spring, gazes quietly at the young man standing still before the window.

At a time when Gao Chang was feeling somewhat troubled, unexpectedly, someone came to his door by themselves

At this moment, Luo Xueqiong was also awake, sitting under a peach blossom tree in the women's dormitory garden, watching the petals drift gently down in the light of the stars and moon.

"Brother Gao, thank you for your kindness," Cao Liang said calmly, his forehead veins bulging. "This matter has already been decided by me, and you need not stop me any further."

At this time, the sky had darkened, and the night sky was devoid of stars and moonlight. Su Jian could only barely determine his direction by the outlines of the building rooftops.

The dormitory where the female students reside, Qixia Cottage, features a simple hipped roof style. After pursuing for a while, Su Jian saw the dark figure dart into the more ornate "dome" architectural area, and was immediately taken aback: "Ah! This rebel leader has quite a nerve, daring to sneak into the residence of the female instructors!"

In his words, how could a noble scion of the Gao family personally kill a commoner? Such an act would tarnish his status.

So be it. The more indifferent Su Jian was, the more insecure Gu Yufei felt. Unconsciously, she restrained the arrogance that the man had instilled in her, and accompanied Su Jian with a calm heart as they walked outside

On that day, he came from the Dragon-Slaying Academy, originally intending to incite Gao Chang to deal with Su Jian. However, to his surprise, after only a few words, he was dominated in the conversation by Gao Chang

Mr. Gu, you really can give it a try. However, if it becomes a public matter, I will tell everyone that I came here with 'that person'" Su Jian said coldly through the window

After these two rounds of confrontation, Su Jian remained composed and unruffled, even while facing two opponents

The result was merely a "puff" sound

Do not be deceived by Su Jian's humble position as a mere servant; within, he harbors a true goddess of his dreams. Regardless of how beautiful and alluring Gu Yufei may be, she still pales in comparison to the exquisite maiden in Su Jian's dreams.

"I have twisted my ankle," the woman said, looking up at Su Jian with a hint of embarrassment. "Young master, could you please help me up?"

The Bloodsong Sword, as its name suggests, trembles rapidly after being stained with fresh blood, truly unleashing a sharp resonance, as if it is singing excitedly.

"It's nothing, it's nothing!" Gu Yufei said with great enthusiasm

What are you doing!" Upon seeing this, Su Jian immediately drew the Blood Song Sword, running over while shouting, "Stop it! I am from the Xuanwu Guard!"

Suddenly, the woman let out a deafening scream: "My hand! My hand!"

I see, that is fine. Su Jian replied

Thus, when they saw her coming out with Su Jian, they all unconsciously thought of nothing else, but instead looked at Su Jian with sympathy: "Alas, this junior, I wonder how he has offended Mr. Gu? Look, he must have been taken to his residence for a talk, right? I don't know what kind of hardship he has to endure.

From then on, Wushan Yun became her secret lover. The two, out of a pure need for struggle, agreed that until the day their ideal of a blood oath alliance was achieved, they would never publicly disclose their relationship, nor would there ever be any genuine physical intimacy between them in private

It’s nothing." Su Jian smiled broadly.

This person is Cao Liang

It can be said that this Xuanyuan Chengtian is the perfect God of Light, not only a stalwart defender against the Dragon Clan but also the ideal dream lover in the hearts of countless young women

Speaking of which, Gao Chang is not only a reckless and domineering person, but he is also extremely insidious. Even though his murderous intent towards Su Jian has deepened further, he is still unwilling to take action himself

After a moment of calm, he turned his eyes and immediately had an idea in his mind. He then looked back at Gu Yufei and, seemingly casually, chuckled, "In fact, there is someone we, the Xuanwu Guard, have been paying attention to for quite some time. Today, I pursued him here and was originally quite confident of catching him, but unexpectedly, he escaped near Mr. Gu's residence. It seems this person has quite a connection with Mr. Gu."

Although he holds a prestigious position and wields considerable power, it is not easy to find someone who dares to kill and can actually kill Su Jian. After all, Su Jian has an official status, and anyone who wishes to harm him must carefully consider the background of the Xuanwu Guard.

Seeing him like this, Su Jian couldn't help but sneer inwardly: "Gao Chang, don't think that I am unaware of who is fanning the flames behind Diao Zheng. I have not had any conflict with you at all, yet you incite others to take my life! Very well! My status may be lowly, but I will not allow myself to be bullied. You want my life? Hmph! If the opportunity arises, Diao Zheng will meet the same fate as you!"

Cao Liang fell silent, yet this was more reassuring to Gao Chang than any loud shouting could be.

The affairs of the world are just so coincidental; while Gao Chang is troubled in search of a knife for murder, Cao Liang is also facing the same issue

What should I do? In that moment, Su Jian felt like backing out.

Hearing her say this, Su Jian was suddenly taken aback, feeling that his current situation was quite precarious. However, he was fortunate to possess a commendable quality: the more urgent the situation became, the calmer he was able to remain.

At this moment, the fiery and beautiful woman, who had never shown any restraint towards men, was surprisingly proactive and warmly said to Su Jian: "Su, how are you planning to go out later? How about I accompany you? We can say you came to consult me about the Illusion System Star Flow Technique"

"Ancient Jade Concubine?" Su Jian suddenly exclaimed

Over there, Gao Chang is deeply contemplating ways to deal with Su Jian

At this moment, he was holding the Blood Song Sword in his right hand, bending down naturally as if to sheathe the sword in order to free up his hand. However, after a moment's hesitation, he did not retract the sword, but instead reached out with his left hand towards the woman.

"Hurry, hurry, save me!" The woman whose mouth was covered by the big man saw Su Jian appear and immediately became agitated, struggling fiercely and shouting.

I, I—" The woman struggled on the ground a couple of times, swayed to the side, and ultimately could not stand up.

Ah, Brother Cao, the worst of it all is this Gao Chang. At this moment, he pretends to advise, "Brother Cao, everything can be discussed, do not act impulsively, do not act impulsively..."

It seems that the Supreme Leader was not wrong; this Blood Oath Alliance is indeed quite terrifying, having become a malignant tumor in the court that must be eradicated as soon as possible. However, who exactly is that shadow?

Determined, he charged towards the Xianxia Villa. Throughout the pursuit, no matter how the man in black dodged and maneuvered, Su Jian remained firmly on his tail.

Ah, I was right after all, the young man thought joyfully, it seems that shadow is indeed related to this ancient gentleman—oh dear! I never expected that even a noble instructor like Gu Yufei would be involved with the Blood Oath Alliance

At this moment, the ferocity of this female assassin becomes apparent

Su Jian walked through the female dormitory area, experiencing an abundance of this touching and uplifting positive energy

Among the Four Talents of Jinghua, the third is Li Huachu, the only Dragon Blooded individual in the Wuming Mountain Villa who is friendly towards Su Jian. Li Huachu hails from a mysterious family that was not well-known before the Dragon-Human War; however, after the Dragon Clan invaded Shenzhou, the Li family mysteriously rose to prominence. They contributed a significant amount of military supplies during the Dragon-Human War, receiving audiences and gratitude from the human emperor, which rapidly elevated their reputation and power.

These individuals acted stealthily; as soon as they entered the alley, they quickly covered their faces with black cloths, each wielding a weapon, and charged fiercely towards this direction

Breaking into the Xianxia Bieyuan, the man in black was indeed unrestrained. Su Jian gazed at the magnificent dome in the desolate night, yet found himself in a predicament

Feeling a sense of fear, Gu Yufei suddenly displayed a smile that was ten times more enthusiastic than usual. She even took Su Jian's hand, shook it, and said with a radiant smile: "No need to call me Mr. Gu, just call me Sister Yufei. If you have any questions regarding illusion-type star flow techniques—no, no, if you have any questions about your studies or life, you can always come to Sister Yufei!"

Ah! As Su Jian saw the flickering cold light, he thought it was not good and quickly dodged to the side, avoiding the area around his chest, but his shoulder could not escape in time, and he was immediately cut deeply by the dagger!

Cao Liang was indeed a miscreant with improper conduct, and Gao Chang's ambiguous words immediately led him to imagine Su Jian's actions through the lens of his own sordid and filthy thoughts

Good! Su Jian suddenly had an idea, "Since the person has lost track, I will see who exactly resides in this pavilion."

"Do you know me?" Gu Yufei did not show any signs of excitement; instead, she smiled as she looked at the young man.

Ah? With Gu Yufei's actions, Su Jian was somewhat taken aback.

As he saw him approaching, the burly man was momentarily taken aback, hesitated for a moment, then threw down the woman and ran into the side alley.

It is said that, "You don't know, that Su Jian is indeed extremely thick-skinned. In fact, I am not one to be overly particular about matters between men and women, but he... cough cough! Those methods, even I feel embarrassed to mention them!"

It is a pity that although the ancient jade concubine is fiery in her words and actions, her heart belongs to another, and she has never shown any kindness to the man beyond Wushan. Her attentiveness to Su Jian tonight is truly because she has been intimidated, believing that he genuinely knows the slightest details about Wushan, which is why she is willing to urgently "sacrifice her appearance" to keep the young man steady.

Such a secret, Su Jian naturally would not know. His earlier threat was indeed a shot in the dark after reading the room. Yet, it was precisely this random guess that left the experienced and cunning Gu Yufei feeling anxious and unsettled.

Amidst the joyous singing, the blood that flowed from the blade was suddenly absorbed entirely. When the hot blood vanished completely, the cold, glistening edge of the sword became even more radiant and brilliant

"Is it Gao Chang or the Blood Oath Alliance?" Su Jian's mind raced, momentarily at a loss.

"Tall and big, what do you think..." One of the followers pointed his finger towards the door inside

A special feeling rises from the depths of the ancient jade concubine's heart

There is no need to think; the target of these six individuals is undoubtedly Su Jian.

"I, I am terrified." A young woman, who is quite attractive, has tears in her eyes and appears to be very frightened

That is good, that is good! Su Jian expressed his gratitude

Even a bold and spirited woman, accustomed to the storms of life, is now hesitant to take a gamble

It seems that I have indeed caught her in a little misstep. Observing the unusually attentive demeanor of Gu Yufei, Su Jian thought to himself, After returning, I really need to investigate this Gu Yufei thoroughly and see what kind of people she usually associates with

If he had just passed by the girls' dormitory, he could still bluff the young ladies by claiming he was on official business; however, if he were caught by the female instructors at the Xianxia Pavilion, they would likely not even ask him any questions before labeling him as disrespectful to his elders and harboring ulterior motives, which would be disastrous for him

"Hehe." Gu Yufei suddenly laughed and, in a playful tone typical of lovers, said: "Su Jian, you naughty student, how bad you are. I really don't know what you are talking about. But you are quite bold, aren't you? Aren't you afraid that I might suddenly shout, saying that you not only peeped but also intended to commit an indecent act?"

Therefore, based on Wu Shanyun's background, he should particularly support the legitimate dynasty. Especially since Wu Shanyun himself is a rare talent in both literature and martial arts in the Wu family over the past century

"What is Yingxuan doing?" Su Jian looked at him in confusion, "Wait! Do you have some misunderstanding?"

Seeing this, Su Jian was greatly alarmed and thought to himself what kind of person he had offended to warrant such a significant display against him

Do not run away! Su Jian shouted while running towards the woman

Unfortunately, this wonderful idea was soon shattered by the ruthless reality. Seeing that it was so late and that several male students were still lingering at the entrance of the female dormitory, Gu Yufei was filled with anger and sternly reprimanded them: "The night is deep, and you men are still wandering in front of the female dormitory. Have you forgotten the principles of propriety, integrity, and the boundaries between men and women? Hurry up and get lost!"

In the midst of his irritation, he was also quite astonished, for in a fleeting glance over his shoulder, he discovered that the person who was relentlessly pursuing him appeared to be a very young boy.

At this moment, it is the time when the stars and the moon shine together, and the fallen flowers resemble snow. ... Amidst the flowing clarity that spreads across the ground, gradually this motionless observer of the flowers transforms into a pure and pristine sculpture

There are also some senior sisters who have a favorable impression of Su Jian's handsome and ethereal appearance; moreover, it is late at night, and their maternal instincts are inevitably stirred. They not only silently pray that the young man does not suffer, but also harbor some resentment towards Gu Yufei, thinking to themselves why she is still tormenting someone at such a late hour

"How much does he really know?" Looking at the enigmatic young man before her, Gu Yufei's thoughts raced, "Is he just guessing? Or has Brother Wu been targeted by him all along?"

In fact, compared to martial arts, it is more challenging to produce great scholars in the realm of literature. A great scholar not only signifies the need to extensively read a vast array of classical texts, but also to cultivate one's character, elevate one's state of mind, and delve into the profound truths of the universe. Therefore, over the course of thousands of years, aside from figures like Laozi, Zhuangzi, Confucius, and Mencius, there have not been many truly renowned scholars.

Su Jian was caught off guard and did not have time to evade, as he was struck on the forehead by the quickly pushed open wooden window

Strange! Upon witnessing this situation, Su Jian was immediately filled with doubts. He did not wish to give up, so he carefully searched the surrounding area for a while, only to discover that the shadow had truly vanished.

Such an impudent threat took Gu Yu Fei by surprise. It is important to note that this beautiful instructor, relying on her stunning looks, alluring figure, and formidable magical abilities, has always looked down upon men in the world.

So be it, but the most critical issue is that this beautiful woman must have just emerged from the bath, with her long hair damply draped over her shoulders, and she is dressed very minimally, with only a bright red silk belly pouch hanging at her chest and abdomen

Hehe, Gao Chang listened with great pleasure, glancing sideways at these people, and said in a rather old-fashioned manner, "I must say, it is indeed me; in this Lingjiu Academy, there is no one else who can enter the girls' dormitory like I do"

Upon seeing the woman inside the window, Su Jian's first reaction was not surprise, but rather his face flushed bright red! It turned out that this woman had an unexpectedly enchanting and delicate figure, with her entire body exhibiting alluring curves.

Then, be careful on your way back

Cao Liang? Upon seeing this person's appearance, Su Jian exclaimed in surprise

Seeing Gao Chang like this, Cao Liang also had some doubts and hurriedly said, "Is there something I don't know? I kindly ask Brother Gao to speak quickly, it is truly making me anxious."

"It is indeed your family’s Cao Ye." Seeing the young man surrounded and the situation already determined, Cao Liang felt a sense of relief and shouted at Su Jian, "Black dog! Despicable thief! Don’t you even consider your own status? How dare you harass my sister Yingxuan!"

I have heard that Mr. Gu likes to wear red clothes, Su Jian replied calmly

It must be said that the figure of Gu Yufei is rarely seen in the world. While ordinary women need to deliberately pose in various ways to appear curvaceous, Gu Yufei is different; any posture she assumes exudes an enchanting and alluring charm that stirs the hearts of the men who behold her.

One could say that the beauty, just out of the bath, adorned in this attire, exudes charm and elegance from head to toe

Seeing this, Gao Chang felt both embarrassed and exasperated. That pale face turned ashen with anger, and after a moment of stunned silence, he turned around and left without saying a word

No! In a moment of intense thought, the beautiful instructor made a difficult decision, "Regardless of whether he is guessing blindly, I must ensure that no problems arise!"

It seems that the members of the Blood Oath Alliance are quite familiar with the terrain here... Under the faint light of the stars and moon, Su Jian surveyed the surroundings of this pavilion, deep in thought

Unbeknownst to her, there was a fleeting moment when her heart felt a slight discomfort

Of course, she was unaware of the truth that Su Jian could respond with a calm demeanor

Although he arrived at the women's dormitory area, Su Jian had no psychological barriers; with a significant task at hand, he cheerfully reminded himself that this was a matter of official duty, and as long as he paid attention to concealing his figure, it would be fine

However, she soon regained her indifferent expression, turned her head back, and continued to focus intently on the scattered peach blossoms under the moon.

Su Jian's heart trembled violently: "Oh dear, I forgot about that big man."

Ah, it turns out that it was Mr. Gu himself who came out to greet us! This is truly astonishing, and the attendants also forgot to consider Gao Chang's feelings, continuously expressing their amazement.

Isn't it Qiu Yingxuan? Gao Chang said casually, "A brother told me that these days, that kid Su Jian is always looking for an opportunity to get close to Qiu Yingxuan, showering her with attentions. Brother Cao, I have heard that you and Qiu Yingxuan are quite fond of each other."

As the setting sun casts its slanting rays, many areas of this alley are shrouded in shadows, making it difficult to see clearly. However, upon entering, Su Jian immediately spots a burly man dragging a frail and petite woman in a green dress deeper into the alley

In an instant, Su Jian and the female assassin were both stunned

Just as one fears what may come, it was at that moment that Su Jian turned around in haste, intending to exit the alley first, when he suddenly saw five or six people slowly walking in from outside the alley

You may give it a try. In the face of the instructor's threat, Su Jian remained exceptionally calm

Under the painstaking cultivation of Situ Wei, Xiao Longque is cold and bloodthirsty. Although he holds the title of a general in the White Tiger Legion, he is, in fact, a trusted confidant and enforcer of Situ Wei. Some say that Xiao Longque's martial prowess is not inferior to that of Xuanyuan Chengtian, but due to his frequent covert operations for the Prime Minister, his cold and aloof demeanor, and his low profile, his reputation does not match that of Xuanyuan Chengtian.

Is it him?" Luo Xueqiong expressed a hint of surprise

Upon seeing her actions, Su Jian's first reaction was not one of amazement; instead, his mind suddenly felt at ease.

Gao Chang, unwilling to stain his hands with fresh blood, began to seek out those who could be of use to him

It is evident that this tactic of Gao Chang is extremely effective

It is said that, "With a cold and indifferent gaze, continuing to incite, if it were me in this situation, I would absolutely be unable to tolerate it. Alas, Brother Cao, it's not that I want to criticize you, but what that kid Su Jian is doing is simply an act of stealing a wife, it is too shameless, he is blatantly putting a green hat on you!"

He could no longer control his reason and immediately shouted: "Su Jian, you bastard! Brother Gao, do not underestimate me; I, Cao Liang, am not a coward to be bullied. Su Jian, this is all your doing!"

This belly | pouch, surprisingly uses a small size, barely covering the surging chest and the smooth, jade-like abdomen. Her lower body is merely adorned with a bright red mini skirt, which cannot possibly cover her entire long and smooth jade-like legs

However, just as he arrived at a secluded alley, he suddenly heard a woman's terrified cries for help coming from within: "Help! ... Help! ..."

This voice was filled with extreme terror, yet the volume was low and heavily suppressed, clearly indicating that the person calling for help had their mouth and nose covered. Su Jian was taken aback and rushed into the alley without hesitation

However, under her piercing gaze, Su Jian did not show any weakness and stared directly into her eyes without any courtesy

This imagination is of no concern, Cao Liang immediately burst into a tirade: "Su Jian, you wicked scoundrel, rogue, bastard, filthy thief!"

Cough, cough! This sudden turn of events caught everyone off guard. Cao Liang stammered, "Brother Gao, where does this come from?"

The young and beautiful ancient jade concubine, who was full of vigor and had no regard for others, fell deeply in love with Wu Shanyun after their encounter

Su Jian understood clearly that the female assassin had severed her right hand, and the strike from the burly man was neither precise nor swift. If it were just these two individuals, there would be no cause for concern; the only worry was that there might be more than just these two.

I guess it is Mr. Gu. Su Jian's mind also settled down.

After uttering this sentence, he suddenly fell silent, saying nothing, merely gazing quietly into the distance

This minor disturbance did not escape Su Jian's notice. Although Gao Chang left early, the resentment hidden in his gaze directed at Su Jian was clearly perceived by Su Jian.

She raised her hand, brushed her still damp hair, and gazed at Su Jian for a moment before suddenly saying: "Su Jian, I know you. You are the only one who dared to provoke Luo Xueqiong twice; that is indeed quite bold. However—" Her eyes took on a somewhat playful expression, "However, I didn't expect your audacity to reach this level. Not only do you dare to tease that little girl Luo Xueqiong, but now you even have the courage to spy on the female instructor of the Illusion System Star Flow Technique."

This female assassin was overly arrogant just now, not taking this young boy wearing the lowest-grade tin badge seriously. After her previously certain lethal strike went awry, she was already somewhat dazed, and now this successive counterattack has once again caught her off guard

However, Cao Liang was not as troubled as Gao Chang; he quickly identified his target, which happened to be Gao Chang.

However, he would soon no longer need to guess. As the recently unified masked assailants approached, the one at the forefront unexpectedly pulled down his veil.

However, when he escaped into the Xianxia Bieyuan, especially near a certain isolated pavilion, this black-clad man, who was not very familiar with the area, suddenly became particularly acquainted with the terrain. After several twists and turns, he managed to shake off Su Jian in less than a moment.

It is truly said that "enemies do not gather unless they are fated to meet"; even at this hour, Gao Chang is still chatting casually with a few followers at the entrance of Qixia Cottage

Xuanyuan Chengtian ranks first among the Four Talents of the Capital and is the most renowned. He is tall and handsome, and what is even rarer is his exceptional martial prowess, making him almost the sole possessor of the Eastern True Dragon Star Flow Technique among the human race

She did not speak immediately, but widened her bright eyes to their fullest, glaring at the young man with some annoyance

"Miss, are you alright?" he asked with concern

It turned out that Su Jian's previous sword strike was both swift and precise, and coupled with the unparalleled sharpness of the Blood Song sword, it cleanly severed the wrist of the female assassin! That fair hand, still gripping the dagger, fell to the ground along with it

Oh no! A cry of pain escaped my lips

Indeed, the words spoken by Su Jian, who assessed the situation, inadvertently hit the mark, precisely articulating the concerns of Gu Yufei. Do not be deceived by Gu Yufei's appearance, which may seem like that of a mere ornament; her inner complexity is anything but simple.

The few accompanying students, at this moment, were so captivated by the rare beauty of Gu Yufei that they not only forgot about Gao Chang but also disregarded the hierarchy between teacher and student. They lingered at the entrance, hesitating to leave, occasionally stealing glances at the beautiful instructor

Without looking back, he immediately pressed forward, as if he was determined to stab the female assassin with his sword; but in the blink of an eye, his feet shifted, and his rapidly advancing figure abruptly turned to the side, narrowly evading the ambush of the burly man

She was already feeling insecure, and at this moment, she couldn't help but be suspicious: "Could it be that Su Jian is recalling the matter of Wu Shanyun and is contemplating how to deal with him? No, I must do my best to get close to this young man and not let him act recklessly"

Unexpectedly, after he scolded him so harshly, the burly man remained oblivious. After sneering coldly twice, he continued to drag the woman deeper into the alley

Despite the doubts in his heart, Su Jian's subsequent actions showed no hesitation. After glancing around, he found a secluded corner without anyone around, exerted force with his feet, leaped up, and quickly and nimbly climbed over the wall, jumping into the Qixia Women's Dormitory.

Su Jian did not know that Gu Yufei was harboring such intentions. As he reached the entrance, he bowed respectfully to Gu Yufei and said politely, "Thank you, Mr. Gu, for seeing me off. It is getting late, so I shall take my leave now. I hope you also return home to rest early."

Well, once Su Jian is dealt with by you, if you come to bother me again, I might just have to show you the methods of this young master

"How did you guess?" Gu Yufei smiled like a flower and looked at him.

It is a pity that Cao Liang forgot one thing: as a nouveau riche merchant's offspring, how could he possibly be a match for someone from a prominent family like Gao Chang

On that evening, Su Jian was inspecting his designated area in Jinghua City. As he watched the sun setting in the west, with red clouds filling the sky, he felt quite cheerful.

The courteous and gentle demeanor, in the eyes of the ancient Yu Fei, was interpreted quite differently: "Ah! Indeed, he is the young elite sent by the Xuanwu Guard to the Lingjiu Academy! Just now, he displayed a murderous intent, yet now he is all smiles. Such depth of character, how terrifying!"

Of course, of course, good brother, good brother. Gao Changman readily agreed, but inwardly he thought, "Bah! Don't you even consider your own status, a mere son of a money-grubbing merchant, and you dare to call me, Young Master Gao, your brother!"

The last of the Four Talents of Jinghua is Wu Shanyun, the secret lover of Gu Yufei. Wu Shanyun actually comes from a distinguished background, hailing from a family of scholars for generations, with two or three great Confucian scholars among his ancestors

At this moment, the cloaked figure from the Blood Oath Alliance also became somewhat restless

According to common reasoning, the future development path of Wu Shanyun should either lead to becoming a general or a minister. However, the affairs of the world are indeed unpredictable. The most talented individuals of the Wu family, who should be loyal to the court, not only did not receive summons from the court but also focused on wandering the rivers and lakes. A few years later, they secretly accepted the beliefs and doctrines of the Blood Oath Alliance, becoming one of the most capable leaders among them

Alright, alright, you should also get to bed early. Su Jian turned back three times as he walked away

Su Jian was completely unaware of the foul water behind the high open back.

Sigh. Gao Chang's eyes flickered as he sighed, "This matter is all my fault for being too talkative..."

The wealthy scion of the Fuhua Restaurant thought the matter was quite simple, reasoning that with such vast wealth and power, making a small figure like Su Jian disappear would be an effortless task

The sharp words struck like a blow to the head, causing these male students to see stars before their eyes! As they fled in a panic, their hearts were filled with extreme grievance: "Mr. Gu, you are truly unfair! There is a man walking right next to you, why don't you scold him? Alas, it is really unfair!"

"Can you stand up?" Su Jian glanced at the narrow alley on both sides and said, "This is not a place to linger. If you can still move, quickly leave here with me."

The foremost of the Four Talents of Jinghua is named Xuanyuan Chengtian. He is a senior general in the Qinglong Legion of the Huaxia Nation. To elaborate, he has a somewhat indirect relationship with Su Jian, as he is actually the eldest son of Xuanyuan Hong, the Grand Commander of the Xuanwu Guard

Upon hearing these words, the ancient concubine chuckled softly.

Cao Liang had just managed to mention the name "Su Jian" when Gao Chang suddenly let out a cold laugh and said: "Brother Cao, in the past, I respected you as a brave man from the Dragon-Slaying Academy, but now it seems you are just a coward!"

What happened? Gao Chang turned his face to take a look, initially indifferent, but to his surprise, he was almost driven to anger: Su Jian and Gu Yufei were walking side by side, confidently and unbothered, coming out from the Qixia Female Dormitory.

Thus, today, Gu Yufei was introduced to Su Jian, which left her quite astonished.

As Su Jian gradually came to his senses and looked towards the window, he saw a stunningly beautiful woman, also gazing blankly at him through the window

With two sounds of "gudong," it seemed as if something had fallen to the ground in the alley.

After a moment of reflection, the ancient jade concubine smiled charmingly, presenting the most captivating smile to the young man—ever since establishing a romantic relationship with Wu Shanyun, such a heartfelt and enchanting smile had not been shown to anyone else.

Once these words were spoken, Cao Liang could no longer maintain his composure.

It is! It is, of course—suddenly, the flattery ceased abruptly

It is important to note that although they are women, the female instructors at Lingjiu Academy are truly exceptional individuals, whose martial prowess surpasses that of the vast majority of men in this world

As the ancient concubine pondered seriously over Su Jian's threatening words, her heart began to feel unsettled

It is possible that the man in black had the same intention, thus his escape route was quite secretive. As a result, Su Jian, who was adept at moving in the shadows, quickly spotted him again and continued to pursue him.

They observed the amiable demeanor of the ancient Yu Fei as she sent Su Jian out, and they couldn't help but entertain fantasies, thinking to themselves that their own status was far more noble than that of Su Jian. Now that the ancient Yu Fei even valued Su Jian, it was not a case of being infatuated, but rather a sudden enlightenment. Did this not mean that they had a greater chance of being favored?

This statement from Gao Chang reveals his malicious nature. He first fabricates facts out of thin air, and now he deliberately refrains from specifying how Su Jian acts, much like the technique of leaving blank spaces in traditional Chinese painting. By saying nothing, he allows for endless imagination; should the truth come to light later, he can conveniently evade responsibility.

"Do not say anything!" Cao Liang looked at him, his eyes filled with tears, and choked with emotion as he said, "This matter... really, I have nothing more to say. From now on, you, my esteemed young master, will be my sworn brother for life!"

The once dominant Gu Yufei felt a sudden twitch in her eyelids

That is fine. Although Su Jian was also troubled in his heart, he still maintained his composure and said calmly, "In fact, I have official duties to attend to, and it is not difficult for me to leave the women's dormitory area. However, since you have taken the initiative to speak, I will oblige."

Taking advantage of the night, he stealthily approached the luxurious and elegant pavilion. Noticing a diamond-patterned wooden window emitting some light, he quietly moved closer.

This discomfort is fleeting, yet it feels remarkably unfamiliar, causing her to momentarily lose herself in thought

In the ambiguous night, in front of the sensitive female dormitory, the first meeting between Su Jian and Gu Yufei was perfectly concluded amidst such a facade of cordiality and insincerity in their conversation

The shadows of the candle flicker in red, and under the light, the already breathtaking beauty of the maiden becomes even more alluring.

"It's nothing, that's good." She said this, but in her heart, Gu Yufei confirmed that she had clearly seen the young man's suddenly cold and resolute expression just moments ago

As a member of the Xuanwu Guard, Su Jian had engaged in his fair share of nighttime peeping. However, the scene that unfolded next would be etched in his memory for a lifetime: just as he approached the diamond-patterned wooden window, intending to poke a small hole in the paper, unexpectedly, with a creak, the window was pushed open!

Indeed, with Gu Yufei accompanying along the way, when passing by the Qixia Cottage, the female students who were still strolling in the courtyard did not seem overly surprised upon seeing Su Jian. After all, Gu Yufei is renowned for her sharp and fiery demeanor; otherwise, how could someone with such an alluring figure have never suffered a loss?

"Ten fingers connected to the heart," her palm was severed, and after a mournful cry, she quickly rolled on the ground to evade Su Jian's second sword strike that followed in quick succession

Compared to Xuanyuan Chengtian, Xiao Longque is not as broad-minded and is particularly averse to others commenting on his beauty. Xiao Longque hails from a family of corrupt officials and experienced the massacre of his entire family during his childhood, yet he was retained by the Prime Minister Situ Wei, who took him in as an adopted son

Whoever knew, as the hand just reached to that woman's shoulder, she suddenly flipped her sleeve, revealing a glinting dagger in her hand, and fiercely thrust it towards Su Jian's chest

What happened? Have you all gone mute? Gao Chang found it somewhat strange

Gao Chang pointed at the plaque of "Qixia Cottage" with a beaming expression and boasted, "Don't think of this place as a forbidden zone for male students; if I, the young master, wanted to enter, it would be as easy as walking into an uninhabited land"

The tone of the ancient concubine appears to be ambiguous, yet it conceals a sharp wit, with hints of lethal intent. If Su Jian truly believes that she is teasing him, then all his training has been in vain

Of course! Cao Liang, suspecting no ulterior motives, immediately burst into a tirade, "What a scoundrel Su Jian! Knowing full well that I am in a passionate romance with Ying Xuan, he still dares to harass her!"

At this moment, it was fortunate that he had maintained a basic level of vigilance and had not sheathed the Blood Song Sword just now. As soon as he felt a sharp pain in his shoulder, he immediately countered with a sword strike, swiftly slashing towards the hand of the female assassin holding the dagger

"You still don't know?" Gao Chang appeared astonished, "So you have been kept in the dark."

Seeing this, Su Jian also became furious and immediately shouted, "Stop right there! Who on earth are you? In the presence of the Emperor, you dare to continue your murderous ways in front of the Xuanwu Guard!" As he yelled, he quickly rushed over.

At this moment, the delicate woman, in the hands of the burly man, resembled a mere pocket, being dragged about haphazardly, looking exceedingly pitiful

No one could have imagined that the esteemed and privileged Gu Yufei was, in fact, a key member of the Blood Oath Alliance! The man in black whom Su Jian had been relentlessly pursuing was none other than her secret lover, Wu Shanyun

The originally relaxed and casual standing posture of the ancient concubine suddenly became somewhat stiff

He has never clearly seen Wu Shan's appearance. Under such circumstances, who would dare to associate the renowned Four Talents of Jinghua with the vicious and extreme Blood Oath Alliance's rebel faction

In his heart, he was calculating, but Su Jian said, "Sister Yufei... how could I possibly do that?"

"Eh, what are you thinking about?" Su Jian was deep in thought when he suddenly heard Gu Yufei asking him curiously in his ear

She shifted her gaze from the fallen flowers and looked at the two people walking side by side outside

"Yes! Yes! Who is the tall and handsome young man? He must be able to go wherever he pleases." The few sycophantic male students also kept echoing in agreement.