The evening at Sanhe Gorge

Xi Ri Chang smiled and said: "There are no calluses on your hands, what weapon have you been practicing with?"

Xi Ri Chang smiled faintly and suddenly asked: "Can you call?"

"You are not very talkative." Xi Richang, sitting in the cabin, said to me, who was grinding ink with one hand while the other was bandaged, "You are very good at enduring, but I believe your greatest strength is your acting skills. Otherwise, you wouldn't have stayed in the Qingcheng Courtyard for five years, and Li Yong wouldn't have been misled."

Xi Richang no longer studied my hand, stood up, and unfastened the belt buckle at his waist, drawing out a slender soft sword from his belt. The blade of the soft sword trembled, transforming into a shimmering silver light. The entire sword had no grip whatsoever, yet Xi Richang played with it between his fingers, as if it were not a deadly weapon, but a lively little snake.

The subtle stream flashed, but it was not directed outward; rather, it pierced towards me

How old are you

What weapon does the prince commonly use

No! I screamed in terror

I sighed, isn't the Nine Flower Six Insect Pill a reflection of Xiri Chang? A peerless exterior, surpassing even the heart of a scorpion

Why? Oh, no need to say anything, actually I don't care either

I finished chewing carefully and asked, "Aren't you going to impose any taboos on me today?"

"Shu Shu, in fact, I admire you very much." I am pretending, he is also pretending, "But I am sorry to you, I must go back on my word. After returning to Da Gao, I cannot allow you to be my concubine."

The journey back to Daka will not be peaceful. The assassin from that night was merely the beginning; the true masters are waiting for me to grow weary, waiting for my spirit to show signs of fatigue, and then they will strike

I twice evaded his questions, and he seemed completely unconcerned, even offering me strange methods. I knew there was something amiss. Sure enough, after the boat docked at night, he ordered a feast and poured fine jade liquid down my throat from one pot after another. There has never been fairness in drinking games; one person, one pot, yet it was a big man against a small woman. If it weren't for my background in the brothel, where my mother would often practice the most brutal knife techniques on us, I would have long since collapsed.

"Xi Ri Chang, come out and face death!" Someone is calling for a duel.

When should the medication be taken I asked

I suddenly felt a headache coming on, followed by a wave of pain, "I can't say it, it hurts so much! Ah! I can't say it!"

I was slightly taken aback; no wonder there was an assassination attempt on him during his return journey, as it turned out that a traitor had betrayed his route home

The emerald sways before my eyes, shimmering green, like a ghost in the night.

What kind of mental technique are you practicing

Xi Ri Chang withdrew his hand, stood up, and said: "After you freshen up, come up to the deck."

Nishihara Masakazu watched me as he leisurely unbuttoned his own shirt, while observing the open collar of my clothing that he had just parted.

Countless strong crossbows shot diagonally from both sides at the official ship, while Xi Ri Chang remained motionless, merely holding my hand and looking left and right. I did not struggle to break free from him, as these bows and crossbows were of no concern to me.

I raised my head and said, "It's very ugly"

When the setting sun shines, Xi Ri Chang laughs heartily. It does not matter if he does not believe it; at this moment, even if I wield divine weapons, I am still no match for him

I nodded

"It's easy to say. I'll show you something, and you'll understand." He took out a necklace from his bosom, with an emerald hanging from a red string

Then it will not be done

Shu ... ... Li ... ... Li ... ... Shu ... ... Li ... ...

The gentle whispers of the setting sun warmed the nape of my neck and stirred my heart. "Since I have taught you the art of concealment, you are now my disciple. Allow me to teach you the true power—what is most formidable in this world is not brute force, but rather cunning schemes."

Good sword

In that fleeting moment, I understood everything. The conspiracy had begun the moment he taught me the art of concealment; everything was within his calculations. A seemingly unrefined young woman, poorly dressed and appearing to possess no skills, had incapacitated Scarred Liu. He had considered killing me as well; before he fell, his left hand was directed towards me, while his right hand holding the knife had to guard against Xirichang and the guards pursuing from behind. However, Scarred Liu did not expect me to act so swiftly, nor did he anticipate that my cultivation had reached the pinnacle of solidifying energy. I plunged my sharp fingers into his heart, extracting it.

I was waiting for him to continue speaking, but he stopped and took my hand back to the cabin

Oh. "He was not surprised; instead, he said approvingly, 'It is not easy to break through two barriers. However, you need not break through anymore; I do not intend to impose any more taboos on you.'"

Xi Ri Chang sat by my bedside and leaned down to ask, "Aren't you going to ask me about the effects of the Nine Flower Six Insect Pill?"

Xi Ri Chang sighed and said: "I sent someone to investigate your background, and it is quite strange that I could only find information from over five years ago, when you arrived in Kyoto. Can you tell me why?"

I raised my eyebrows and retorted, "What if I only wish to stay in your bed?"

I was taken aback; how did he know that I specialized in the art of concealment? Surprised as I was, I still honestly performed the technique of concealment. Xi Ri Chang narrowed his slanted eyes and said softly, "Very good"

Isn't this referring to him and me? I pondered: "Kill him! At all costs."

Is there such a way to take medicine?" Xiri Chang laughs when he smiles.

How is my handwriting?" He put down the pen

I took a deep breath and smiled, saying, "I have studied at the Qincheng Garden for five years." He had never touched me by the Linchuan River; if given a choice between serving him in bed and calling out, I would rather shout until my voice was hoarse

A master on the verge of breaking through the Qing Yuan period has died at your hands, which are still in the Solid Qi stage, but this is just the beginning, Shushu. The indifferent voice of Xi Richang interprets the cruelty.

Calling him by name, Xi Ri Chang's expression did not change in the slightest. I reached out and touched his face; it was warm, a real person. This man is truly remarkable, using alcohol to dull my vigilance, and then suddenly employing hypnosis, one scheme after another, playing with me. I lowered my hand; in terms of strength, I was no match for him, and even more so in terms of conspiracy. Yet he grasped my hand and pressed it against his cheek.

"What are you laughing at?" Nishirichou appeared before me, dressed in white, with an ethereal presence.

The prince has already fallen once I reminded him

I soon realized his intention in not imposing a taboo on me and causing me to ingest poison: I had been incorporated into a part of his force

Furthermore, let me see to what extent you have mastered the art of concealment!

Alas, being a prince comes with its own troubles, and many matters are beyond one's control

The earlier action of holding my head caused my injured wrist to crack again, and bright red blood stained the bandage, creating patches of blood flowers. Xi Ri Chang carefully unwrapped the bandage, applied medicine to my wound, and wrapped it with a new bandage. As he worked, he said: "What I just used was the most profound Green Light Soul Severing technique of the Luo Xuan Sect. My master once said that only those with the strongest will can resist hypnosis, but there is a price for resistance. You endured it, and if I ask further, there will be no answers, only madness for you." As he continued his actions, he reiterated: "What I just used was the most profound Green Light Soul Severing technique of the Luo Xuan Sect. My master once said that only those with the strongest will can resist hypnosis, but there is a price for resistance. You endured it, and if I ask further, there will be no answers, only madness for you."

I feel that I am truly intoxicated, my mind begins to blur. Beautiful green light fills my mind, causing me to lose myself, immersing me in its allure

I respectfully reply: "The last words of the esteemed master must not be conveyed to outsiders. And this meager amount I possess is no more than a grain of light before the prince."

I have already gone mad! Xi Richang, heed the advice of a madman: some secrets can only be taken to the underworld. My head still hurts, but I remember everything I discovered during the green light time clearly

Fortunately, they still do not know my true identity, Shushu, I will only tell you. " He embraced me with one arm and whispered in my ear, "I do not know who the spy is.

"Nanyue, Xiqin, or?" Xi Richang murmured softly

Guard! shouted the steward on the ship

"Oh... ah... it hurts!" I held my head, and the scene of hell on earth reappeared in my eyes, "There are dead people everywhere, both my father and mother are dead, my brother is also dead... I hurt so much... ah... it hurts me to death..."

"Shu Shu," he called softly, "as a martial artist, what would you do when faced with an opponent stronger than yourself?"

Xi Ri Chang Yi was taken aback for a moment, and after a while, he said leisurely: "You do not care about chastity"

At that moment, I widened my eyes; the setting sun was smiling. He smiled so joyfully that I could no longer bear it, and I cried out.

With the Nine Flower Six Insect Pill, there is naturally no need to impose further taboos, yet I, with a mouth full of bitterness, must still say: "Thank you, Your Highness"

I took note of it. He held me in his arms with infinite tenderness, yet it left me feeling cold at heart, a chilling extinction that carried the breath of death.

In the span of one evening, I broke through two of the eight taboos, yet I found myself helpless against the strange arts of the Luo Xuan Sect. A sparrow flew past the window, and I couldn't help but chuckle silently. How ridiculous it was to think that after leaving the Qingcheng Courtyard and Li Yong, I could spread my wings like a great roc. Perhaps it was my misfortune to encounter a figure like Xi Richang right at the beginning of my journey, but it cannot be denied that luck is also a form of strength. Ultimately, I am not strong enough. Perhaps it was my misfortune to encounter a figure like Xi Richang right at the beginning of my journey, but it cannot be denied that luck is also a form of strength. Ultimately, I am not strong enough.

Haha! Scarred Liu burst into laughter, but midway through, he collapsed and died. I swiftly retreated, dropping what I held in my hand, and this scene caused the guards following Scarred Liu to retreat in horror.

It seems to be quite a trouble. Xi Richang did not pursue the matter further; instead, he dipped his brush in ink and wrote two bold black characters on the pristine rice paper. More peculiar than my own background was the fact that his handwriting was extremely ugly. I did not laugh, for what he wrote was: Carp. The carp that leaps over the gate becomes a dragon; those that do not leap over the gate perish.

Is the prince afraid

On the seventh day over the Linchuan River, the western sun still shone calmly, as usual, waking me up early in the morning, even though I had already been awake. Then we stood side by side on the deck, gazing at the distant scenery. However, after breakfast, he left me behind

Shu Shu, once we pass Linchuan, we will reach the border. If I am killed after crossing the border, the significance will be greatly diminished. Do you think I should sacrifice myself for Da Gao? If I were to die within the territory of Western Qin, Da Gao would gain unimaginable benefits

I listened attentively while calling out, aware of the situation outside; some guards had fallen in battle, and some enemies had perished. I can ascertain that if Xi Richang had joined the fight from the beginning, his guards would not have suffered casualties, but he did not.

I quietly gazed at him; Xi Ri Chang is indeed exceptional. At least if I were in his position, I would never utter such words, nor would I even entertain such thoughts

It is called "Fine Water." As Xi Ri Chang's fingers moved slightly, "Fine Water" extended diagonally and straight, deflecting a powerful crossbow bolt aimed at him, breaking the crossbow in two.

This scene is clearly disgusting, an elegant noble with outstanding appearance and graceful demeanor, warmly and persistently urging me to drink. Whether I want to or not, I must drink, and even after drinking, I am urged to drink more. Knowing full well that he is setting a trap, I can only jump into it. The taboos he imposes on me every twelve hours are beyond my resistance; I am held in the palm of his hand, and I can only endure. When I can no longer bear it, I find ways to continue enduring. So, halfway through drinking, I pretend to be drunk. How could any secret regarding my family and life be leaked? The taboos he imposes on me every twelve hours are beyond my resistance; I am held in the palm of his hand, and I can only endure. When I can no longer bear it, I find ways to continue enduring. So, halfway through drinking, I pretend to be drunk. How could any secret regarding my family and life be leaked? But I did not lie to Xiri Chang; the only ones who know all of this, besides the two of us, are the dead. Among the living, there are only two: one is me, and the other is my enemy.

The afternoon sun lazily cast its rays upon the Linchuan River, and Xi Ri Chang carefully unwrapped the bandage from my wrist, then held my hand and asked, "Such a delicate hand, it seems as if it could break with just a gentle bend."

I was taken aback

A powerful crossbow pierced through the ship's hull with a whistling sound

What is this

The setting sun revealed a fair chest, accompanied by a wicked laugh, as one hand lifted me up. The conspiracy had begun; I heard the sound of someone breaking in, as a skilled fighter carved a bloody path towards us.

I bowed my head and said: "Hand"

Kill the great villain!

Xi Ri Chang imparted the secret formula to me and suddenly asked, "Your energy is quite mysterious; which school did your master belong to?"

I assume that the actions are meticulous and orderly, and the ink is becoming increasingly dense

The green light vanished in an instant, and before me stood the handsome Xi Richang. The brief moment of the green light had left me feeling cold all over, tears streaming down my face. Xi Richang looked at me with pity, while I gasped for breath, raising my head to glare at him

It is. The last day on the Linchuan River, what is meant to come will eventually come

I pinched the pill, slowly placed it in my mouth, its sweet coating, and then bit down to reveal the bitter and spicy interior

As I passed over the shoulder of Xi Richang, I saw a distinct scar on the face of the newcomer, running from the corner of his left eye to his left jaw, a terrifying visage. He is Scar Liu, a name I have heard before, a notorious assassin from the Western Qin.

The spy had been lurking beside Xi Richang for more than two years, yet only knew the higher-ups he was in contact with. I stood quietly beside him, and in the setting sun, his face bore a hint of confusion. This was the first time I had observed his appearance for an extended period; in my mother's words, his looks were naturally a disaster.

Alright, let's change the question, where are you from

What have you done to me? Hypnosis?

I was taken aback

This is the conspiracy, Xi Richang said slowly, and I, who had killed for the first time in such a bloody manner, bent down and retched, but could not bring anything up.

As the setting sun rose, a glistening pill appeared in the palm of Xi Ri Chang's hand

I thought you were just a piece of wood!" Xiri Chang's tone changed rapidly, the previous sentence teasing and the next one dark, "Before coming to Linchuan, you stayed by my side.

The setting sun brushed over my forehead as Xi Ri Chang spoke softly: "The Nine Flower Six Insect Elixir can quickly heal your hand injury and also enhance your resistance to toxins"

In the face of absolute force, what use is chastity? One cannot even preserve one's life. However, I would not say this to Xiri Chang, so I pondered and replied: "No, I do care."

Xi Ri Chang could not help but smile, "Very well. If your answer is not the truth, then you can only accompany me to bed"

I am contemplating that perhaps it would be correct for me to be a courtesan, serving clients until I reach the age of twenty before leaving the Qincheng Courtyard. If I were given six more years, I would be able to achieve a comprehensive understanding and elevate my learned techniques to the highest level.

I will no longer press you for answers. Xi Richang crushed the emerald into powder with a blank expression, saying, "If I had known you were in such pain, I would never have forced you like this"

The journey on the Linchuan River lasted a total of seven days. By the fifth day, the rotating guards began to show signs of fatigue. Since departing from the capital, each of them had only rested for four hours each day, and the appearance of assassins had completely heightened their vigilance. Even though Xirichang had not issued any orders to increase the guard shifts, the guards dared not relax their guard. Even I, a novice, could see that the adversary was using the assassins to wear down the patience of Xirichang's guards. Even though Xirichang had not issued any orders to increase the guard shifts, the guards dared not relax their guard. Even I, a novice, could see that the adversary was using the assassins to wear down the patience of Xirichang's guards

Xi Ri Chang smiled and said: "Very well, you will soon witness a fierce battle"

The setting sun caused Xi Ri to squint as he said, "Return to my residence, Da Gao." That hand had already slid down to my collarbone, and I had no intention of concealing the two taboos I had broken, "I have broken two taboos."

What is your name

Just when I thought Xiri Chang was going to pull me into his embrace, with a contemptuous expression to stab Scar Liu Shih once more, a glint of murderous intent flashed in Xiri Chang's eyes. My body felt light, and I was thrown over by him.

As I approached the deck of the ship, he stood with his hands clasped behind his back, dressed in flowing white garments that seemed to transcend the mundane. The official vessel moving forward, with its picturesque scenery on both banks, paled in comparison to the grace of Xi Ri Chang. Unfortunately, that was merely his outward appearance. I walked up to him, and the guards bowed and stepped back.

"Prince of the Kingdom of Wuna! Your guards are fighting valiantly in blood, yet you lie inside indulging in pleasure!" shouted the strongman on the ship.

All is lost; it is better to fight to the death than to live in shame, even if it means that both the fish and the net are destroyed

"Then you will never attain freedom until death." With a shift in tone, Xiri Chang gently said, "Let us not speak of such things, Xiao Li. First, I will teach you the method of concealing your aura."

The setting sun gazed at me for half a day, yet spoke gently: "You are injured, there is no need to rush; it is not too late to practice again after returning to Da Gao."

After finishing breakfast, he ordered me to practice on my own. Although the taboo has been lifted and my hand injury still persists, it no longer affects my cultivation. Without much thought, I began to practice the art of concealment. It was clearly impossible to rapidly enhance my cultivation on the way back to Da Gao, so it would be better to learn some mysterious techniques that might yield extraordinary results. Ideally, both Xi Richang and my hidden opponent would suffer mutual destruction, allowing me to take advantage of the situation and reap the benefits. I could then capture Xi Richang and force him to provide the antidote, and after curing the poison, I would castrate him. Unfortunately, I am also aware that the probability of this happening is low, so I can only take it one step at a time.

Enhancing toxicity resistance? Generally, the drugs used to enhance toxicity resistance are themselves poisons

I am asking if, when I am feeling joyful, you will appropriately display the reactions that a normal woman should have

On the second morning over the Linchuan River, I lay quietly on my bed, waiting for a ray of sunlight to pass through the window and shine upon my face. I waited for another incense stick's worth of time, for the setting sun to come again and impose its taboos upon me

This is the Nine Flower Six Insect Pill, take it.

After Scar Liu's death, the enemy retreated, and the blood in the Linchuan River quickly dispersed. The opposing side left behind eighteen corpses, and Xi Richang lost eleven guards. The eleventh was killed by Xi Richang himself; he was the first person to arrive following Scar Liu, and he was the spy.

I set down the ink and replied to him with utmost seriousness: "Those who know have all been laid to rest. Does the prince wish to know?"

Carefully observe ... ...

The so-called method of concealing energy refers to the practice of restraining the fierce energy exerted during an attack, the benefits of which are self-evident. It is precisely because of this method that I have not discovered that Xiri Chang possesses a high level of cultivation.

A bloody heart fell to the ground with a thud

fourteen and a half

The sound of swords clashing, mingled with my soft murmurs and groans, did not shake the subordinates of Xi Ri Chang, but it deeply enraged the opponent

The powerful crossbow soon ceased, and the ambush troops on both banks began a fierce assault. Those with agile movements had already boarded the ship, engaging in a fierce struggle with the guards of Xiri Chang, the sounds of various weapons clashing resembling the most intense pipa melodies

Will you not surrender