Chapter 2, Breaking the Formation

The common people and the heroes of the rivers and lakes all fear the might of General Ming, yet there is one person who never submits to the general's authority; whatever actions can oppose General Ming, he is always involved in them.

Four, broken

He knows that in the morning breeze of the back garden of Wujian Villa, a pair of clear eyes is closely watching his back!

Ye Feng remained silent, lost in thought

He was a person whose age was difficult to discern, with a bronze complexion, a dull appearance, and a small stature, lazily leaning against the chair as if enjoying the morning sunlight

This must be the hand of a girl, and a very beautiful girl at that

Perhaps every generation of the martial world has its own King of Swords, just as every generation has its own Kings of Swords, Kings of Spears, Kings of Whips, and so on

Duning suddenly realized, yet still looked at Leinu, waiting for his opinion

Ye Feng suddenly realized and smiled, saying: "Senior, with your noble character, since you are unwilling to observe my sword at this moment, do you at least believe that I will win this match?"

This is undoubtedly Shen Qianqian, known in the martial world as "graceful in figure, with a gentle smile, delicate hands, and a myriad of hidden weapons"

The voice of a person came back, saying: "Who can be so arrogant?"

Ye Feng held the handle of the Broken Sky Blade: "The leader should let others know that not only are you unafraid of General Ming, but you must also take the initiative."

Ye Feng had long heard of the Kuaihuo Building: "I have long heard that the Kuaihuo Building is the largest gambling house in Jiangnan, and I have been eager to witness it for myself."

Five, hand

Lei Nu let out a sound of displeasure and frowned, saying: "A large gambling house like the Happy House has always had clandestine dealings with the authorities. How could Miss Shen possibly have any connections with them?"

San Wanjin still wore a smile, casually saying: "If Hero Ye wins, we will naturally hand over Miss Shen and her maid, and guarantee to release the acupoints, leaving no future troubles. However, if Hero Ye loses, the Blade King will want to see your sword."

Scattering a fortune, laughing heartily: "Unfortunately, today's wager is not at the Happy Building"

Ye Feng directly asked about the wager lost by San Wanjin, thus he deduced that the winning bet was to take away Shen Qianqian. This is why the Blade King Qin Kong could not help but applaud loudly

Ye Feng smiled faintly at Qin Kong: "If it is not good, would it not disappoint the senior!"

Raising his cup, he said: "This is the finest Longjing tea brewed from the Hupao Spring in Suzhou. Allow me to offer you both a cup of tea in place of wine, as a token of my gratitude."

Because although they are sitting at the gambling table, they are certainly not gambling

The Sword King, Qin Kong, resides on Wangxin Peak, located in the Qionglong Mountain by the shores of Taihu Lake, sixty miles southwest of Suzhou.

That person laughed heartily, and a face that was originally dull instantly became incredibly lively with that smile: "What a remarkable Ye Feng, he actually recognized this old man at a glance"

The girl in the green dress saw Shui'er teasing the scholar, and she was even more delighted, her flower-like figure trembling with joy, causing the scholar to hurriedly lower his gaze to the ground, saying: "Do not look at what is inappropriate, do not look at what is inappropriate..."

Unfortunately, the owner of this fourth pair of hands was shouting, and the voice did not resemble that of a girl at all: "Scatter a fortune, let me go, otherwise I will reduce your pleasure house to ruins, and you and your son will have to scavenge for scraps. Hmph, what Suzhou gambling king, clearly a king of rags and a rogue..."

Ye Feng said calmly: "I was only nine years old when I first made a fire to cook, but it was in the wilderness, where there were no restaurants."

Dunning cast a meaningful glance at Leinu, and said softly: "Gan Qi recognizes that the messenger is from the Happy Tower."

Ye Feng unexpectedly bowed respectfully to the ground and said: "Junior Ye Feng, I have met the Blade King!"

Several pairs of eyes brightened, as Ye Feng gracefully walked up alongside Lei Nu, followed by the eight guardians of Wujian Villa and the veiled Zhu Yanhong.

Even his precious son San Fulai did not dare to provoke him easily, but quietly stood behind San Wanjin, not daring to make a sound, with a face that seemed to wish to be as far away as possible

Ye Feng laughed heartily: "Do you take me for an immortal who does not partake in the mundane world? Wouldn't I starve to death if I don't eat?"

Does he know that he was "flustered"? Did he watch for a long time? Wasn't the way he looked so disheveled just now all seen by him?

In the evening, two young girls leisurely walked along the official road of Jiangnan

When Elder Wu Zongliu of Dancang decided to wash his hands of the knife, someone asked him why

The girl in the green dress was even more secretly delighted, convinced that "he" was indeed in Suzhou City.

However, it is not the case that people in the martial world do not need to eat; not everyone can go without food and drink for several days as if they have mastered unparalleled martial arts. Therefore, the meals for these ten heroes and one young lady can only be entrusted to Zhu Yanhong.

Qin Kong looked up to the sky and laughed heartily: "Good! Since ancient times, heroes have emerged from the youth! I have waited for so many years, and even the blade has grown old. Ye Feng, you must not be my 'disappointment'!"

Ye Feng raised his eyebrows and said, "Have you considered how to respond, Alliance Leader?"

Waterer chuckled, "When one is an official, there is nothing to fear, except for the emperor himself"

It was not until this moment that she realized how extraordinary this seemingly timid and fearful person was, a true master in disguise

Have you ever seen a general sharpening a sword? Have you ever seen a painter grinding ink?

The first pair of hands is a pair of hands that has scattered countless riches: gnarled and intertwined, covered in calluses, and full of tension

Shui'er exclaimed, "Miss, if the madam finds out..."

Miss Shen, why didn't you say so earlier, causing me to be anxious all the way here

Ye Feng smiled awkwardly. He had wandered the rivers and lakes, making the world his home, and had only had a brief acquaintance with Shen Qianqian. He never expected that this young lady would travel a great distance from Hainan to find him in Jiangnan. The beauty's kindness was profound; although he had never harbored any intentions towards her, he was indeed somewhat moved.

The girl in the blue dress pouted and said: "I am not as leisurely and carefree as you, I just want to find a place to rest my sore and numb legs for a while"

The figure, merely struck at the acupoint, is rigid, and there is not a trace of a smile on the face. Although the delicate hands remain slender, if there were hidden weapons above, it is feared that the scattered wealth would have long since turned into a hornet's nest

Knife, Wang

Shen Qianqian casually remarked: "What is there to be afraid of? If you don't say it and I don't say it, could it be that Young Master San will say it?"

Ye Feng and Lei Nu strode into the Feng Lin Pavilion, suddenly sensing something, yet did not turn back

Six, gambling

Ye Fengyang laughed heartily: "If this is the enemy's scheme, we shall just play along and have a contest with the General's residence."

Wu Zongliu pondered for a long time and replied with a sense of melancholy in nine words: "Because I have seen the Blade King's blade"

Qin Kongdao: "I will wait for you at Wangxin Peak for three months. However, do not underestimate your opponent, as the world is full of changes. Who knows when we will meet again? Perhaps if you lose this round, I will have no choice but to take a look at your sword."

However, when these hands are presented before one’s eyes, people’s gaze can only be fixed on a single finger

Ye Feng's actions left everyone present perplexed. He unsheathed the fragmented knife from his waist and presented it before the Knife King, saying, "Senior, please take a look"

Looking at Sanfu with a face full of astonishment, she could not help but smile at her own reflection

The girl in the green dress placed her hands on her hips: "Every creature has its nemesis, do you know what those soldiers fear?"

With a loud crash, the water and the person along with the chair had already fallen to the ground

The scholar continued to murmur incessantly: "Those officials and soldiers are not good people. If they were to see the two young ladies, that, that, that... beautiful and charming faces, who knows what might happen, that, that, that..."

Ye Feng laughed heartily, unreservedly enduring the wrath of the thunderous palm: "Alright, my brother and I shall now perform a splendid play of the Southern Jiang gambling house breaking into the General's residence!"

The girl in the green dress laughed and said, "Such beautiful moonlight, it wouldn't be a bad thing to walk all night."

Zhu Yanhong stacked several bundles of firewood at the bottom of the stove, wiped the beads of sweat from her brow, struck the flint, and then, imitating the servants, blew air under the fire. A thick cloud of smoke rolled back towards her, causing her eyes to sting painfully

Good! Ye Feng smiled and said, "The host is straightforward and direct. May I ask who threw the skull?"

Thus, she thought of another "fool"—the one who made her travel thousands of miles from Hainan's Luohua Palace to Jiangnan, and then hurriedly rush from Hangzhou to Suzhou, all for the sake of seeing that "fool" once more

Ye Feng smiled and said: "Even if the King of Swords is patient and conceals his brilliance, he is still a sharp dagger hidden in the bag"

A person hurriedly approached, who was none other than Du Ning, the "Wind Chasing Sword" among the Eight Guardians of the Five Sword Alliance: "There is someone outside seeking an audience with the great hero Ye, and they possess a token from Miss Shen Qianqian of the Hainan Falling Flower Palace. Upon our verification, it is undoubtedly the 'Dragon Shadow Jade' of the Falling Flower Palace."

Shen Qianqian was taken aback, rising abruptly from the table, yet felt a wave of dizziness in her mind

The girl in the green dress said: "Hmph, don't I have a name? 'He', 'he', how many times have you mentioned that on this journey? I came to Jiangnan just to see the scenery, not to meet anyone."

The scattered heart of ten thousand gold is slightly cold, and the blade of the shattered sky is evidently more difficult to deal with than one might imagine

Lei Nu slowly inquired, "Brother Ye, would you be willing to let me know the reason behind this?"

At this moment, the Sword King Qin Kong suddenly appeared atop the Kuaihuo Building in Suzhou City

The scholar stamped his foot: "These officials and soldiers are all sent from the capital, arrogant and overbearing. When they search us, if they see anything they fancy, they take it without a second thought. Moreover, as scholars, to be searched and groped in broad daylight, alas, it is a disgrace to our dignity, truly a disgrace to our dignity!"

A trace of pain swept across Ye Feng's face as he bitterly smiled and said, "It is not that I do not want the alliance leader to know, but rather that I am unwilling to recall it"

Let us go to the pleasure house opened by my father

General Ming merely wishes to ascertain how many people support the leader, and then capture them all at once to establish his authority over the world. However, he forgets that there are many valiant men in the martial world; if there is a united front and a shared enmity, it is likely that even the strength of the General's residence may not be able to handle it easily.

Shen Qianqian smiled and said, "I fear that your influence is not that great, and you won't be able to invite them over."

Shui Er puffed out her chest: "Who else could it be besides that so-called Ye Feng, the hero, known for his 'sword intent soaring through the sky, sword energy sweeping across the heavens, sword wind sweeping through the air, and sword light shattering the void'?"

At that moment, Shen Qianqian said: "Alright, since it is still early, please treat me to some breakfast."

The scholar straightened his chest and said: "I do not wish to conceal from you, my two young ladies, that my father holds a certain standing in Suzhou. Once dawn breaks, we need not fear these officials any longer. At that time, I can take you both to enjoy the world-renowned gardens of Suzhou, to fulfill my duty as a host."

Ye Feng laughed heartily: "The leader is mistaken; it is merely because the leader has yet to demonstrate the resolve to confront the general"

At that moment, he seemed to have completely transformed into a different person, with his hair and beard standing on end, his eyes shining brightly, and his spirit soaring, exuding an endless sense of intimidation and shock

The scholar was taken aback and honestly shook his head: "Although I have heard of the name of the great hero Ye, I cannot think of what he would be afraid of."

Zhu Yanhong is starting a fire

Ye Feng said lightly: "I never engage in endeavors that are almost certain to succeed, as they lack any challenge."

Ye Fengzheng said: "General Ming has set up this seemingly hopeless situation to test whether there are still those in the martial world who dare to oppose him. To break this situation, it is necessary to employ unconventional tactics, attacking instead of defending. Otherwise, while the leader's cautious and defensive approach may be prudent, it also gives the impression that the leader has no chance of confronting the General's residence. Even if there is a willingness to assist, one must think carefully before acting."

However, this time the King of Swords was personally invited out of retirement by Shui Zhihan, the chief steward of the General's Mansion. Moreover, given the King of Swords' formidable reputation, no one dared to offend him and could only endure it.

Before the words of the woman in the green dress had faded, a voice like a broken gong shouted from ahead: "Ladies, please stop quickly, you cannot go any further."

The girl in the green dress also laughed until her stomach hurt, while patting her chest and sweetly saying: "Silly, Miss Shen certainly has nothing to fear."

Ye Feng clapped his palms together, appearing extremely relaxed: "What will happen if I lose?"

After a long period of contemplation, Lei Nu slowly inquired, "Brother Ye, are you aware that with our current strength, even self-preservation is a significant challenge? How can we take the initiative?"

The actions of the Blade King were even more unexpected; he fixed his gaze on the unsheathed Broken Sky Blade and chuckled, "Young Master Ye has misunderstood; I wish to see your blade, but not at this moment"

Shen Qianqian immediately fell silent, cursing her ancestors for generations in her heart as if they were worth their weight in gold.

Ye Feng smiled and said: "This is the brilliance of General Ming, yet it is also a significant flaw"

Upon seeing Zhu Yanhong's expression, Ye Feng hurriedly said as if to explain, "Actually, I came to the kitchen to check on the food and drink of the villa. General Ming's troops may arrive at any time, and we must prevent the enemy from poisoning the water and food."

Ye Feng smiled and said: "I would ask you not to call me any great hero; since we have shared hardships at Wujian Villa, we are all good brothers."

Ye Feng smiled and said, "Who says I am alone and powerless? We are a total of eleven people from the entire Wujian Villa, all going together with our families."

At this moment, a young servant from the pleasure house hurried upstairs, trembling with fear as he reported: "I respectfully inform the master of the building that the leader of the Five Swords Alliance, Hero Lei, and Hero Ye of the Broken Sky Blade have arrived..."

However, none of these three individuals felt envious and remained very calm

Upon hearing Ye Feng's words, both Lei Nu and the Eight Guardians were taken aback. Since Shizhi had openly become a guest of San Wanjin, this was sufficient to prove that San Wanjin had allied himself with the General's Mansion. This time, it was indeed a feast at Hongmen.

Index finger - right hand index finger

Shui Er rubbed her eyes: "The most annoying thing is that the young lady dragged me to see the river tide early this morning, leaving me still half-asleep now. When I see him tomorrow, young lady, you will be full of spirit as if you have encountered a joyful event, while poor Shui Er will be disheveled, with unkempt hair, looking like a ghost who has missed several good dreams..."

The girl in the green dress was greatly embarrassed and pretended to strike, while Shui'er quickly dodged and pleaded for mercy. The two girls laughed together, creating a scene of enchanting beauty along the official road

Shui'er teased, "It would be fine if it were someone else, but the most frightening thing is if he sees it..."

Lei Nu pondered for a long time and asked, "Brother Ye, do you know what I am most worried about?"

The Five Sword Alliance is now like a pupa ensnared in a cocoon, easily subjected to others yet afraid to struggle, fearing that the entanglement will only tighten. Although the General's Mansion possesses great strength, it can only weave a net that surrounds the pupa. As long as we find a way to break free from the cocoon, we will transform into butterflies and escape, soaring in the vast sky.

Let me think it over carefully again

Qin Kong laughed heartily: "Well asked! Young Master Ye, do you know that this gambling match is at my behest"

She knows that she is very beautiful, and she looks even more beautiful when she smiles

The room was quietly enveloped by the cooking smoke, and in an instant, it seemed as if nothing could be seen clearly.

Shen Qianqian let out a delicate shout, her hand reaching into her bosom to retrieve the renowned secret weapon of the Falling Flower Palace, the Flying Leaf Flowing Flower.

San Fu is not a pedantic scholar; the initial awkwardness he felt upon meeting Shen Qianqian has long since dissipated. Throughout their journey, he meticulously analyzes texts and cites classical references. Although Shen Qianqian sometimes furrows her brow in response, she finds it amusing.

"With the general's command, the rivers and lakes have long been stirred up." Ye Feng said slowly, "But does the leader of the Thunder Alliance know why, for so many days, apart from me, no one else has come to stand shoulder to shoulder with the leader against the enemy?"

What a toxic game of longing!

The scholar was taken aback: "Those officials and soldiers bully others with their power, are they afraid of anything?"

Zhu Yanhong's face turned even redder: "I thought that people like you always... in the tavern..."

The seemingly inept scholar, who appeared to possess no martial skills and was as weak as a person unable to tie up a chicken, suddenly moved with lightning speed. His chopsticks traced a path along Shen Qianqian's face, shoulder, and hand, targeting the acupoints of Yingxiang, Chengqi, Jianjing, Quchi, Sanjiao, and Hukou in a swift motion that took only the blink of an eye.

Shen Qianqian asked, "What are you so assured about?"

The Happy Building is divided into four floors. The first floor is the grand lobby and gaming hall, the second floor is the Beauty Hall for welcoming general high-stakes gamblers, the third floor is the Sky Pavilion exclusively for elite guests to gamble, and the fourth floor is the Clear Rain Pavilion, designated for the relaxation of affluent guests

The girl in the green dress finally managed to stop laughing: "Sir, it would be fine for us to enter the city together. What is there to fear from a few soldiers?"

Zhu Yanhong began to regret letting a few loyal maidservants leave Wujian Villa yesterday, and she did not even keep her wet nurse, Ma Deng, who had raised her since childhood

Zhu Yanhong is not incapable of cooking; on the contrary, her culinary skills are quite renowned. Sometimes, when she is in a good mood, she even personally prepares a few dishes for Lei Nu. Watching her husband devour the food with great appetite brings her a sense of satisfaction

Zhu Yanhong was taken aback; she had never expected Ye Feng to appear at this moment. She thought that this young yet already renowned swordsman would never be found in the kitchen

Shen Qianqian felt a stir in her heart, thinking of that "fool" who seemed to have feelings yet was indifferent, never truly caring about her. She had traveled a long distance to Suzhou; how would he face her? Would he come to see her in person?

The index finger points to the river and mountains! Ye Feng smiled slightly: Since you have come here, I need not show any mercy to the owner of the scattered building.

Ye Feng, do you know how to resolve this situation

Zhu Yanhong stared blankly at the once majestic and imposing figure that had just been in the Wind Ling Pavilion, now lying on the ground, slowly blowing at the base of the stove, as the flames surged and grew fiercer.

As I walked back and forth, my legs grew weaker. I lowered my voice and said, "To be honest, Miss Shen, I am indeed in possession of a large sum of money. If we follow the usual practice of these officials collecting taxes, I fear I will have to pay several thousand taels of silver. Cough, losing money to avert disaster is one thing, but what I dread most is that these officials, blinded by greed, might kill me to silence me and destroy the evidence. Since you, Miss Shen, have a way, please help me out of this predicament." By the end, my voice was trembling.

At this moment, Sanfu looked like the most obedient child, helplessly glancing at Shen Qianqian, and dejectedly replied: "Yes"

Since Ye Feng and others entered, they first saw Shen Qianqian being restrained, then the proud appearance of Shizhi pointing at the rivers and mountains, and finally, the Knife King personally took action. Not to mention the strength of being the master of the largest gambling house in Jiangnan, capable of spending a fortune, any one of them could exert immense pressure on those present. Yet, Ye Feng remained calm and composed, engaging in light-hearted conversation without changing his expression. This level of composure is far beyond that of ordinary individuals

This elderly man is not much different from most elderly people in the world; he speaks slowly and deliberately, walks with a frail gait, and even tends to be somewhat verbose and chatty

Those are hands that exude great strength, and at first glance, they seem not to be hands at all, but rather claws capable of extracting hearts from the chests of tigers and wolves, or a massive hammer that can shatter a lump of iron!

Shen Qianqian said: "We originally came to Suzhou City to look for someone, we will visit you next time."

The second pair of hands is a terrifying pair—short and thick fingers, twisted veins, bulging blood vessels, and an extremely wide web between the thumb and index finger, as if these hands were born to grasp some weapon and then plunge it into someone's chest

Ye Feng chuckled and said, "The greatest taboo in running a gambling house is to get involved in gambling. Old Master San is completely unreserved; are you not afraid that I will win your pleasure house?"

The atmosphere of the scattered guests who entered the city was markedly different, as they earnestly invited the two ladies to their residence as guests

However, after the Qin Void, everyone was convinced that there would never be another Sword King again

"In this city of Suzhou, how could there be someone I cannot find? Miss Shen, you need not worry. Please come to my residence and rest for a while; I will take care of the matter of finding the person."

Ye Feng stated directly: "Please advise, Alliance Leader"

At this moment, if someone were to glance at the gambling table, what they would first notice is not the pile of chips that could easily purchase the entire entertainment establishment, but rather the four pairs of hands.

The girl in the green dress, seeing her own words, felt quite pleased that her memorization of the tales from the martial world before stepping out was not in vain. With a green onion pointing at her own nose, she said leisurely: "If you were to come back, I would certainly be Shen Qianqian."

Duning paused and said, "Hero Ye, feel free to speak your mind; there is no need for formality." Although he had long heard of the renowned "Broken Sky Blade," this was his first meeting with Ye Feng. He was deeply impressed by Ye Feng's chivalrous spirit in coming to his aid during a time of peril, and his words were filled with great respect.

Lei Nu was taken aback for a moment, as if deep in thought, and then raised his head to look at Ye Feng: "Brother Ye, do you have any suggestions?"

San Wanjin Youran said: "I would like to invite the great hero Ye to have a wager with me"

Shen Qianqian playfully teased him: "Young Master San, are you not afraid that I might first resort to treachery for profit and eliminate you to silence you?"

This person is undoubtedly a master, and their martial arts skills must surpass the level of merely pointing at the river with a finger.

The scholar murmured: "Since ancient times, when a scholar encounters a soldier, reason cannot be clearly articulated; how can one not be afraid"

As we chatted and laughed along the way, we did not feel any sense of frustration. Before long, we arrived outside the city of Suzhou, where there was indeed a large group of officials and soldiers blocking the road for inspection.

Ye Feng ignored the situation and looked towards the Blade King, Qin Kong: "I have a matter that I do not understand, may I ask you a question, senior?"

Lei Nu said: "Brother Ye, being alone and isolated, it is better to be cautious."

The third pair of hands is a pair of white, elegant hands, with nails trimmed very neatly, without any excess at the edges

The woman in green looked up and down at the scholar, displaying a disdainful expression: "I didn't expect you to be a person of some stature in Suzhou."

Shen Qianqian said: "My mother never allows me to go to the gambling house, but it would be best to experience the largest gambling house in Jiangnan."

The voice of Thunder Fury echoed at the door: "Hero Ye is indeed correct, I have overlooked this point. General Ming has many talented individuals under his command, and there are certainly experts in poisoning among them. In the future, fish should be raised in the well water, and food should be live creatures..."

The host is known for his generosity and bravery, living up to his name. He has a penchant for high-stakes gambling, wagering vast sums without a change in expression. Shen Qianqian had heard of him and assumed that his son must be a spoiled rich kid relying on his father's influence. However, she did not expect that Sanfu would turn out to be such a timid and fearful person, turning pale at the sight of a few officials.

Duning's face lit up with joy: "I will go inform the other brothers right away"

The flame flickered for a while before finally extinguishing. Perhaps it was due to the smoke, or perhaps for some other reason, but Zhu Yanhong's tears could no longer be held back and began to flow down her cheeks

The girl in the green dress was taken aback: "Indeed, it would be quite embarrassing for me, a distinguished young lady, to be mistaken for a maid."

And as for herself—since she married such a husband, what else is there to say

Zhu Yanhong suddenly felt her face flush, as if trying to conceal something, and gently asked: "Are you also going to start a fire to cook?"

Section 3: Bureau

The girl in green snatched the bundle from the shoulders of the girl in blue and said, "Shui'er, you must be tired. Let me help you carry the bundle."

Du Ning's eyes shone with admiration as he readily agreed and turned to leave

It is precisely the early autumn of August, the sky has darkened, and on the official road, which was bustling with people during the day, there are no other passersby except for these two young girls

Ye Feng smiled and said, "Tomorrow we shall go to the largest restaurant in Suzhou City for a grand meal, so as to spare Madam the trouble of cooking herself"

Dunning glanced at Leinu, hesitatingly saying: "There is no good banquet; I fear the enemy is well-prepared and will make it so that we cannot return."

At the very least, the leader of the Five Sword Alliance, Lei Nu, has fallen silent, which already indicates a sense of trepidation.

Lei Nu nodded slightly: "I do not doubt you; it is just that this time the disparity in strength between the Five Sword Alliance and the General's Mansion is too great. I truly have no confidence in this matter and do not wish for Brother Ye to accompany me into this dire situation."

Leaf Wind

Shui Er explained: "In the past, the royal family member, King Wu Ming, came to the Falling Flower Palace and formed a close friendship with the palace master, personally bestowing the 'Dragon Shadow Jade.' This jade is one of only five pieces in the world, given by the emperor to five princes as tokens of trust. It is comparable to the imperial sword that allows for actions taken before reporting. These minor officials, upon seeing it, would likely come to bow and offer their apologies."

Ye Feng said leisurely: "As long as the green mountains remain, one need not worry about a lack of firewood. Has the alliance leader not considered other methods?"

Indeed, the officer among the soldiers offered apologies all the way and escorted the three directly into Suzhou City

One figure in light green, another in pale blue; one person graceful, the other slender

The master of the second pair of hands frowned, while the master of the third pair of hands shrugged.

There are those who envy, those who are jealous, and even those who embellish the good deeds with exaggerated tales, yet in the presence of Shen Qianqian and Ye Feng, no one dares to bring it up

The girl in the blue dress carried a small bundle on her shoulder, appearing to be a maid. As she walked, she panted and said, "Miss, the innkeeper mentioned earlier that there are no lodgings for dozens of miles ahead, but you insisted on ignoring him. Now, it seems we might have to walk all the way to Suzhou City."

"Yes, indeed, my young lady dislikes him the most." Shui'er suppressed a laugh and said seriously: "Originally, we planned to spend ten days in Hangzhou, but upon hearing that he appeared in Suzhou, we abandoned the Qiantang Tide and the Six Harmonies Pagoda, hurriedly deciding to take a detour north and then south, making our way back home through Suzhou."

The two, who had summoned the King of Blades, Qin Kong, exchanged glances filled with dismay, their expressions extremely grim, as none had anticipated that his arrival would so thoroughly undermine their own authority

Ye Feng smiled and said: "The leader is overthinking, the general's orders are never issued in vain. If the leader insists on waiting until the end of the month and then quietly retreats, as long as the leader is alive, General Ming's head will be worth a few more points."

Guessing the number of dice is originally extremely difficult, usually involving three dice, with a probability of only one in sixteen to guess correctly. However, for such martial arts masters, they can discern the sound and determine the landing point of the dice.

Shui Er smiled and said, "I am just afraid that someone will see you carrying a bundle and think you are my maid."

Lei Nu sighed, saying: "I will not hide it from you, Brother Ye. As soon as the general's order arrived, the Five Sword Alliance immediately collapsed. I have personally experienced the might of General Ming in the martial world, where everyone must avoid his sharpness. The current Five Sword Alliance is merely a name without substance, and all the strength I possess is what you see before you. How is this battle any different from striking a stone with an egg?"

But he just appeared in the kitchen

He is currently sitting at the large gambling table in the Yangtian Pavilion on the third floor of the Happy Building, thus he now presents a palpable sense of threat to everyone around him

The two young ladies are unaware that the road ahead has already been blocked by the officials and soldiers! One person jumped out from a small pavilion by the roadside, just about to pay his respects, but seemed to be captivated by the appearance of the woman in green, standing there in a daze, stammering, unable to utter another word.

Because no one will ever be able to wield the weapon known as the "sword" with such extraordinary skill as the Sword King

The force of Ye Feng's vigorous energy was secretly unleashed, yet he still could not break open Shen Qianqian's acupoint, suppressing the shock in his heart: "Who is the one that sealed the acupoint?"

Although this is a pair of very beautiful and delicate hands, they always give people the impression that these hands are perfect to the point of being uncanny

A pair of fair and delicate hands undoubtedly took the flint from her hand, gently rubbed it, and ignited the lighter

It is precisely because everyone has left him that she cannot leave at this moment

Ye Feng said sternly: "If the alliance leader continues to wait like this, in the end, won't there be a great disaster looming?"

Qin Kong chuckled and said: "Young Master Ye, please ask. I shall speak without reservation."

The Blade King Qin Kong shouted loudly: "Good!"

The Five Swords Manor is left with only the leader Lei Nufu and his wife, along with the eight great guardians, plus a newcomer, the Shattering Void Blade Ye Feng. They are all renowned heroes in the martial world and, of course, would not personally cook for a meal.

Shen Qianqian laughed heartily: "Otherwise, how could it demonstrate this young lady's capabilities"

Shen Qianqian had no time to reflect on all these incredible changes, and a bone-chilling cold surged in her heart. Was she about to harm Ye Feng?

Ye Feng was unexpectedly caught by Lei Nu while being together with Zhu Yanran. Although he felt at ease in his heart, there was still a hint of awkwardness.

For the Sword King, the sword is as natural as his breath, his heartbeat, his limbs, and his sensations

What is General Ming afraid of again

A strange smile appeared on Sanfu's face: "Since I have set this longing trap for Ye Feng, if he does not come, would it not mean he is ungrateful for my heartfelt efforts?"

Three individuals sat in the Chengyu Pavilion on the fourth floor, leaning against the railing by the window. From a distance, the city of Suzhou emerged in the morning mist, with its world-renowned gardens and elegant groves appearing dreamlike, an exquisite sight beyond compare

Upon seeing these hands, you would first think that they must be hands that hold a knife

The scholar, momentarily taken aback, asked, "How do you know?" It seemed as if he had suddenly become clever, and he inquired, "Who is the young lady?"

Thunder Fury looked at Ye Feng and laughed heartily: "Brother Ye, why don't you hurry and take a look"

The fingertips are a delicate shade of pink, slightly exaggeratedly raised, and combined with the faint tender yellow of the palm, it evokes an irresistible flutter in the heart at first sight, making one yearn to kiss them with their lips

Thinking of how she had just boasted to the maid about her skill in discerning shapes by sound, even though she was usually accustomed to being proud and aloof, she couldn't help but blush. Under the moonlight that flowed like water in the dark night, her charm was further enhanced

This appears to be dull, much like a person resembling a book covered in dust

Leinu hesitated and said: "If we strike first, we might provoke General Ming, and immediately face a great disaster..."

The girl in the green dress heard the name "Shattered Sky Blade Leaf Wind" and saw the scholar's stunned expression, which made her laugh even harder: "Sir, do you know who this Leaf Wind, the great hero, fears the most?"

The woman in green curled her lips and said, "What is so remarkable about a few soldiers?"

Ye Feng was secretly taken aback. His seemingly casual palm strike secretly utilized seventy percent of his strength, yet it could only unlock the acupoints on Shen Qianqian's upper body. He sensed a chilling energy within Shen Qianqian's internal breath, which was unlike any acupoint techniques found in the martial world.

Ye Fengxin sighed inwardly, realizing that Lei Nu had gained power since childhood. Coupled with the establishment of the Five Sword Alliance in recent years, he could command the wind and rain, and no one dared to stand in his way. At this moment, faced with the greatest crisis, he revealed a lack of unwavering confidence and courage in the face of the enemy, far from the bold and resolute figure depicted in the rumors of the martial world, who had dared to infiltrate the Mei Yun Sect to assassinate his enemies.

Shen Qianqian felt her previously stiff neck suddenly able to move, and she nodded vigorously. A pang of emotion surged within her; despite her efforts to hold back, tears slipped down her face like scattered pearls, truly a sight that evokes sympathy.

Thunderous anger said: "The second general's order has been intercepted by you. General Ming must be unable to swallow this grievance, yet there has been no movement in these past few days, which is truly perplexing."

Only three individuals are exceptions

Seeing the scholar in such a state of anxiety, the two women could no longer hold back their laughter and burst into fits of giggles.

That index finger is like casting a malicious curse

Thunderous rage stirred within: "What should I do?"

Ye Fengqi asked, "Senior, what is the reason for this?"

Lei Nu said: "I am currently in a state of turmoil; I neither wish for my subordinates to accompany me to death, nor do I want to submit to General Ming. I can only observe the situation quietly. When the time comes, even if I fight to the death, I want the world to know that I, Lei Nu, am not one to fear death or cling to life."

The eight guardians of the Five Sword Alliance are: "Primal Chaos Sword" Jiang Zhifeng; "Heaven Seizing Sword" Guan Lixing; "Illusion Destruction Sword" Liu Tong; "Chasing Wind Sword" Du Ning; "Flowing Shadow Sword" Zhao Xingyuan; "Moon Manipulation Sword" Cai Quanzhi; "Thunderbolt Sword" Fang Qingping; and "Roaring Lightning Sword" Gan Qi, all of whom are leaders or elder-level figures within the Five Sword Sect

Shen Qianqian listened to him praise her beauty, even using the term "gentle and delicate" which was utterly unbefitting of her. She felt a sense of pride in her heart: "Don't worry, when the time comes, I will let you see my capabilities."

Lei Nu and the others were taken aback: this method of gambling is not too difficult, but rather too simple

Shen Qianqian casually replied: "If he sees my 'Dragon Shadow Jade', he will naturally know that I have arrived, and then it will trouble Young Master San."

Suzhou Kuaihuo Tower is one of the three famous towers in Jiangnan, known as the largest gambling house in Jiangnan, attracting numerous gamblers from all directions to indulge in high-stakes gambling every day

Thunderous Fury finally opened his heart: "Just now, seeing Yan Hong cooking, I couldn't bear it, so I went to the Happy Restaurant for a big meal. If it truly is a feast of Hegemony, we will create a great uproar."

Shui Er pressed her finger to her lips and whispered, "Young Master San seems to have changed into a different person; it appears that the local tyrant is indeed extraordinary"

Although there is no clutter on these hands

Ye Feng called out to Du Ning: "Brother Du, please wait a moment, I have one more request to make."

Ye Feng was taken aback: "Is Shen Qianqian here?"

The host of the scattered building's hospitality is to seal Miss Shen's acupoints, is it not

The person sitting at the eastern end raised his right hand, pointed his index finger, and said indifferently: "It is I!"

When Lei angrily asked her to leave Wujian Villa and go back to her mother's house for a while, she did consider it. Of course, she knew what it meant to stay.

Shui Er asked: "Sir, are you perhaps frightened? Those officials and soldiers are certainly afraid of their superiors"

The woman in green was startled and shouted, "Who is hiding there in such a sneaky manner?"

The woman in green saw the visitor, who was in their twenties, dressed in a blue outfit and a small hat, holding a folding fan. Clearly, he was a poor scholar. She noticed that he was staring at her with a surprised and admiring expression, which made her feel proud. She forgot to hand over her baggage to the water boy and said, "Sir, no need to be so polite. What happened ahead? Why did the officials block the road?"

The renowned beauty of the martial world, Miss Shen from the Falling Flower Palace, has long had her heart entwined with the wayward Ye Feng, a fact that is no longer a secret and has become a topic of conversation among the people of the martial world during their leisure time.

Scatter ten thousand gold and laugh heartily: "Ye Daxia, you should get close to this gentleman, he has come all the way to Suzhou to meet you."

2. Cooking

However, she still stayed. She didn't understand the camaraderie of the rivers and lakes, but since childhood, well-read as she was, she knew what it meant to be faithful and what it meant to share hardships.

Then you must have never seen a refined lady chopping wood and making a fire.

When does the Knife King want to take a look?

Shui Er Qi Dao: "What are you afraid of? Could it be that you are a notorious bandit?" With a frown, she muttered to herself in a low voice, "Sneaking around in the dead of night, most likely not a good person"

Thunder Fury watched as a flower slowly fell from the branch, and finally spoke: "Brother Ye, your righteous assistance has made me deeply grateful."

May I ask: "Do you have confidence in bringing him here in person?"

However, when San Wanjin sat down at the gambling table, he no longer resembled an old man, but rather appeared as a general commanding an army, a strategist devising plans, a scholar who has achieved success in the imperial examination, and a groom on his wedding night

The woman in green once again snatched the bundle and said apologetically, "Good water, let me help you carry the bundle. Once we arrive in Suzhou, I will let you sleep for three days and three nights."

Qin Kong said proudly: "Brother Ye is now surrounded by enemies, and Miss Shen has fallen into the hands of others. If I were to look at your sword at this moment, you would surely be unwilling to accept it. Moreover, how could the Sword King be willing to take advantage of others' misfortunes?"

When the Knife King Qin Kong first rose to fame, the number of knife wielders in the martial world suddenly doubled. However, a year later, it became increasingly difficult to find anyone using a knife in the martial world

He repeatedly said: "How could I dare to say that? Moreover, Miss Shen is only going to try the breakfast at my Happy House, not to gamble."

Du Ning said in a low voice: "We all suspect that this is an enemy's ploy to lure the tiger away from the mountain, so I urge Hero Ye to think carefully before acting."

Ye Feng looked up and saw a tall and slender figure, with bright glimmers in his long and narrow eyes. The most striking feature was the upright index finger of his right hand.

Shui Er hurriedly snatched the bundle back and said in a huff, "This won't do. We maids are destined for a life of toil. If the madam finds out that the young lady is carrying a bundle, I fear it will lead to another scolding."

Do not speak of the affairs of bows and swords, yet still pursue poetry, wine, and fame. In the thousand-year map, the events of past and present are depicted, by the long and short pavilions at the head of the ten-thousand-stone creek. The small pond is calm and tranquil.

Shui'er watched as the girl in green clumsily slung the bundle over her back and asked, "Aren't you afraid of being seen by him?"

The figure is graceful, and the smile is gentle

Fear

Lei Nu was taken aback: "If I were to quietly leave Jiangnan with my subordinates, although it would ensure our lives, the Five Sword Alliance would never be able to hold their heads high in the martial world again. Living like this is akin to being dead; it is better to boldly confront the general in a fierce battle."

As soon as Shen Qianqian's hand touched the flying leaves and flowing flowers, she could no longer muster the strength to advance even an inch

However, now she is troubled in the kitchen over the fire that just won't ignite no matter what she does

First, the host introduced the two ladies, then asked someone to add tea and water, bringing forth countless delicacies, meticulously arranged, filling the entire table, exhausting the host's hospitality, and demonstrating utmost attentiveness.

Although she had no martial arts skills whatsoever, she understood what that dark black token represented. She did not want to drag others into death with her, nor did she want to implicate her father because of it

A single stroke shatters the void, and longing is also empty

The scholar seemed to be bewildered by the half-pouting, half-angry demeanor of the girl in green: "Why is she not afraid of anything?"

Ye Feng straightened up and smiled slightly, saying, "I remember the first time I cooked, I was just as flustered as you are now"

Zhu Yanhong's heart trembled gently, wanting to say something more, yet unable to utter a single word

Lei Nu watched Du Ning's figure fade into the distance, a surge of past bravado rising within him. He slapped Ye Feng heavily on the shoulder and said, "So, are you still going to call me the Alliance Leader, you little rascal?"

These five individuals are respectively known as Thumb, who traverses the heavens; Index Finger, who points to the rivers and mountains; Middle Finger, who moves with the clouds; and Little Finger, who stirs a thousand sorrows. As for the most enigmatic of the five fingers, the Ring Finger, no one knows who it is, and it can only be referred to as nameless.

Ye Feng turned around and said, "What kind of bet does the owner of the scattered building want to make?"

She smiled as Shui'er scolded this "fool" all the way here.

Shui'er held her belly, suppressing her laughter: "The Broken Sky Blade and the Wind of Heaven fear nothing on earth, yet they only fear the eldest daughter of the Master of the Falling Flower Palace in Hainan, known as 'Miss Shen Qianqian, with a graceful figure, a gentle smile, delicate hands, and a thousand hidden weapons.'"

Lei Nu and Ye Feng walked silently side by side in the garden path of Wujian Mountain Villa, both remaining silent.

However, she doesn't know how to make a fire, she doesn't even know how to chop vegetables. Those are all tasks that the servants have prepared in advance. She has always regarded cooking as an art, rather than a necessity of life.

What is the emperor afraid of?

Ye Feng saw that Lei Nu did not take the matter of suitability to heart, and he felt relieved. He was originally a carefree person, and now he smiled and said, "Master, there is no need for excessive courtesy. Everyone in the martial world knows that what Ye Feng likes most is to oppose General Ming."

As the green-clad girl's eyes wandered, she noticed a small "散" character embroidered in the lower left corner of the scholar's robe. Her thoughts raced, and she asked in return, "Are you the beloved young master San Fu, the owner of the renowned gambling house and pleasure pavilion in Jiangnan, who freely spends thousands of gold coins?"

In recent years, General Ming has been expanding his influence and has recruited many talented individuals from the martial arts world. In addition to the chief manager Shui Zhihan and the super assassin Gui Shijing, the most renowned are the five individuals known as the "Five Fingers of the General's Mansion".

Shen Qianqian rushed on the road all night and was already famished. She didn't have time to visit the gambling house she had longed to see. While eating breakfast, she thought about finally arriving in Suzhou and being able to see the "fool" immediately, causing her heart to beat uncontrollably.

With a determined heart, since I have arrived at the top gambling house in Jiangnan, I must take a bold gamble. Despite my tough talk, I said, "If he dares not to come, I will crush him... hehe."

The thunder angrily said, "Even though there are brave men in the world, knowing that they are no match, why come to seek death!"

After dispersing and returning, he asked, "Where is the person the young lady wants to meet? Can you give me an item as a token? I will personally deliver it to that person and bring him to meet the young lady. Is this acceptable?"

These three people are sitting around the gambling table, each with ten thousand gold coins. There are countless gambling chips on the table, which can definitely make the calmest gambler in the world jealous and excited.

After hearing this series of tongue twisters, the scholar was already unable to comprehend and asked blankly, "So what is Miss Shen afraid of?"

Lei Nuqi said, "What do you mean by that?"

The man said indifferently, "Hello, Brother Ye!"

Shen Qianqian is smiling.

San Wanjin is an old man.

Du Ningyi Dai: "These days, I have been on guard all day long, so I have no leisure to do anything."

The emperor is above ten thousand people, but he is only afraid of the powerful and influential General Ming, who holds the great power of the military.

Surprisingly, the renowned "One Blade of the Martial World" is none other than the Knife King Qin Kong!

Lei Nu pondered for a moment and nodded, "However, based on my current strength, even with Brother Ye's help, it won't be easy to survive for a month. Moreover, General Ming has been inactive for such a long time, accumulating power. If he were to make a move, it would undoubtedly be a devastating blow."

Yan Hong nods and says, "How did you come here?"

Qin Kong laughed heartily and said, "Interesting, interesting. I am really starting to like you more and more, young man."

When she saw the relieved expression on her husband's face after making the decision to stay, she felt that she had no regrets at all.

So she laughed even sweeter.

At this moment, everyone was rendered speechless in the presence of San Wanjin, fearing to provoke this elderly man

The index finger points to the rivers and mountains, still indifferent to things that have nothing to do with oneself, while Qin Kong is openly heroic, no longer hiding his clumsiness when we first met!

On her face, a blush appeared, and she said, "I mean, that person should at least come to pay respects to Miss Shen. How could he let Miss Shen come to him personally? It's really impolite."

Her face became even redder.

The fourth pair of hands is a pair of slender hands, soft and filled with elasticity.

The girl in the green dress smiled and said, "Water is still clever, what are those officials afraid of?"

Ye Feng said confidently, "With your current strength, even if you want to keep me, it may not be impossible. Why do you still want to gamble with me?"

Ye Feng is acclaimed as the foremost master of the knife among the new generation of martial artists: "The intent of the knife traverses the sky, the energy of the knife sweeps across the sky, the wind of the knife rushes through the air, the light of the knife shatters the void." These sixteen characters truly encapsulate the essence of the Shattered Void Knife.

The girl in the green dress chuckled, "What does it matter? This burden isn't that heavy. I told you to practice your skills well, and now you understand the consequences of being lazy on ordinary days."

The scholar looked at the two women with a charming smile, calling out the emperor's name and speaking rebellious words without regard for the soldiers. In addition, the swaying moonlight and the beautiful woman as precious as jade made it impossible for him to take his eyes off her, even though he knew he shouldn't stare foolishly at her.

The scholar hurriedly waved his hand and said, "I am just a weakling, how could I be a great thief? I am just waiting here for the daybreak, when there will be more acquaintances in the city who are always easy to talk to."

Ye Feng saw the index finger pointing at Jiangshan with a cold smile on his face. Knowing that this person is called Dian Jiangshan, it is certain that his finger technique has unique characteristics. This gamble is undoubtedly about whether I can discern his technique. Thinking about my inability to unlock Shen Qianqian's acupoints just now, it is clear that this person's skills are exceptional.

Somehow, upon hearing her husband's voice all of a sudden, Zhu Yanhong's heart trembled and an indescribable emotion surged up within her. She dared not lift her head again.

The index finger pointed at the river and shouted: "If the great hero Ye is afraid, then please return to the Five Sword Villa, and we will not obstruct you in any way"

Ye Feng patted Du Ning on the shoulder and said, "Brother Du, what have you been up to these days?"

Shen Qianqian pondered in her heart, casually clinking glasses with Shuier, and finished the drink in one gulp: "Young master, you're too polite, it's just a small gesture."

Everyone can feel in an instant that if he stands up, he will be imposing and awe-inspiring; if he moves, he will be unstoppable

In Ye Feng's eyes, it seemed that he couldn't see the people around the table at all. He came to Shen Qianqian and patted her shoulder with a light palm, saying, "It's been more than two months since we last met. Miss Shen, are you doing well?"

A clear voice rang out: "Let's make a bet. If you can pick up the dog poop, I can stuff it into your mouth."

Scattered ten thousand gold, with an unchanged expression: "Come again, prepare some dog feces, and as long as you hear Miss Shen scream again, stuff it into her mouth."

She simply had a few maidservants take her three-year-old son, Xiaolei, back to her mother's house, while she herself resolutely stayed behind.

Zhu Yanhong had never imagined that she would do such a thing. As the cherished daughter of Zhu Zhongning, a great scholar from Jiangnan, she had lived a life free from worries about food and clothing since childhood, surrounded by followers and attended by servants.

Shen Qianqian's heart trembled slightly. Until now, she didn't know what position she held in "his" heart. Did "he" know whether to drop everything and come to meet her immediately upon arriving in Suzhou, or to ignore it? ... There really is no certainty at all.

Scattering ten thousand gold slowly said: "Since I am a gambling house owner, naturally I am an expert in gambling. But Mr. Ye may not be proficient in all kinds of gambling methods, so let's bet on the simplest guessing of dice."

Scattered ten thousand gold and laughed heartily: "Originally, I only intended to invite Young Master Ye, but unexpectedly, Lord Lei, the leader of the Thunder Alliance, also came. It seems that the Kuaihuo Tower is fully occupied by guests today, and we truly need to have a good time."

Originally, I thought I had to forcefully overcome the level, and I was already anxious in my heart. It's just that I didn't dare to admit my fear directly in front of the beautiful lady. Now I know that Shen Qianqian actually has another trick up her sleeve. Only then did I let go of a big stone in my heart and asked, "What is it?"

Sure enough, an officer and soldier came to inspect. Shen Qianqian took out an object from her arms and showed it to the soldier: "Quickly inform your officer to come and meet me, otherwise, if it delays my important matter, you will be in trouble."

The King of Swords remains silent, his gaze scattering wealth worth thousands of gold.

The girl in green looked at Shuier with a smile and exclaimed, "Wow, who could give General Ming such a headache? Come on, tell us the truth."

As I lingered, it seemed I had just thought of this point, and I awkwardly said: "I see that you, miss, are so exceptionally beautiful and gentle, surely you cannot be a wicked person, right"

As for the Sword King, it seems that a once-in-a-century great battle is about to unfold!

San Fu laughed heartily and said, "Now I can rest assured."

The girl in the green dress said with a smile: "On such a quiet night, with my skill of discerning the wind, I can detect someone approaching from three to four miles away. At that time, I will hand over the bundle to you in advance."

Ye Feng smiled gracefully and said, "Madam, are you asking why I came to Wujian Mountain Villa, or why I came to the kitchen?"

Zhu Yanhong was in a daze; in fact, she did not even know what she wanted to ask.

Ye Feng seemed not to take the point of the river and mountains to heart, his gaze sweeping up to the person at the western end who possessed a pair of terrifying hands

The water seemed to laugh so hard that it could hardly catch its breath: "Sir, there is no need to be afraid. If you encounter our young lady, it is as if you have met a benefactor. Even if the soldiers are fierce and menacing, we can help you turn danger into safety... Haha."

"Scattered gold on the leisurely road: 'If both of us guess at the same time, Ye Daxia will naturally suspect that there is some connection between us or that we have done something behind the scenes. Therefore, as long as Ye Daxia guesses the number of points on the dice correctly, we will lose.'"

Because he wants to see Ye Feng's knife

Seeing Shen Qianqian exude an air of confidence and apparent significance, the officials and soldiers did not dare to be negligent and quickly reported the matter

Ye Feng's pupils suddenly constricted; upon making brief eye contact with that person, an emotion surged within him that he could not articulate, as if that individual were his natural adversary, his inherent nemesis, yet there was also an inexplicable sense of closeness.

The index finger points to the rivers and mountains, coldly declaring: "I!"

At this moment, Ye Feng had no more reservations in his heart, knowing that Qin Kong was likely tasked by someone to make things difficult for him, which greatly contradicted the intentions of this senior who had been in seclusion for many years and dedicated to martial arts. Thus, he came up with such an idea. He then bowed again and said, "Once this matter is resolved, I will certainly go to Wangxin Peak to seek guidance."

The knife is the father of all weapons, and there are countless people in the martial world who wield knives.

Upon hearing this, the two women immediately understood: the rumor in the martial world was that the general's order had been sent to the Wujian Mountain Villa in Suzhou City, and it was clear that the general had already mobilized troops and blocked the roads.

The Knife King strokes his long beard: "Ten years ago, I had already made up my mind to no longer concern myself with worldly affairs and to devote myself solely to martial arts. And this time, I came down from the mountain specifically to take a look at Brother Ye's knife!"

But now that things have come to this point, it's difficult to back down. So I said confidently, "Okay, that's settled then!"

That scholar trembled, and he straightened his clothes as if he had just woken up from a dream. He respectfully bowed and said, "Outside the city of Suzhou, three miles away, there are many officials who seem to be investigating some notorious river pirates. It is easy for pedestrians to leave the city, but to enter the city, everyone must be searched before they can pass."

The "Howling Electric Sword" gained fame in Suzhou, and its owner was extremely familiar with the local martial arts figures. Therefore, even if it was just a small messenger from the Pleasure House, he could recognize him at a glance.

Ye Feng laughed heartily: "Brother Du, I bet you have lost your taste for both food and women. Come with me to the Pleasure Tower and have some fun. Isn't this what we've been waiting for? To have a big fight with the General's men?"