Chapter 8, Concealed and Unrevealed

"Come, let us have a few drinks first before we go. Here, I should introduce you to a new dog trainer who has recently come to my residence." Saying this, he pointed to Cai Feng and casually remarked, "His name is Cai Feng; in the future, you can relax a bit more in your activities in the city with him around." After a pause, Yuan Hao pointed to the county magistrate and calmly said, "This is the county magistrate of our city, Mu Liwu. You two should get to know each other well."

"Is the Wei family being robbed again?" Yuan Hao said with a very grim expression.

"Leave one alive," said Changsun Jingwu in a deep voice

This is already within the defensive line of the officers and soldiers, and their defense against the City God has become ineffective, almost redundant; in terms of defending against the carriage, it should be considered superfluous

Cai Feng, with a beaming face, repeatedly expressed his gratitude to Yuan Hao

Cai Feng, you are Cai Feng!" Yuan Ye Mei seemed to recall something as she murmured.

Yuan Sheng, without a doubt, smiled with a hint of pride and said, "Our young lady is truly as beautiful as a fairy. I am certain that there are hardly any girls in the world more beautiful than her."

Cai Feng let out a long sigh and slowly withdrew, stepping out of the battle circle, while another bandit had already been subdued by Yuan Sheng and the old man at the same time. They could only gaze at Cai Feng with a look of disbelief, as if they were staring at an eternal monument

"Sir Mu has graced my humble abode so early; is there news of that notorious thief?" Yuan Hao did not rise, but spoke calmly.

"It is good that you are awake. This is my chief guest, Master Zhong Chuiyan, the Third Master Zhong," Yuan Sheng happily introduced.

The knife fell heavily to the ground, lying upright on that solid surface; it was the knife that had clashed with the Cai Feng sword

The hurricane-like power unleashed by the wooden cover was all directed towards the old man; aside from the scattered soil that was aimed at the soldiers, the greatest lethality was still intended for the old man, as if he had an irreconcilable deep-seated hatred with them.

"Rice bucket, useless!" Yuan Hao scolded

Cai Feng smiled bitterly once more, slowly sheathing the sword that had yet to be stained with blood. However, his gaze was filled with helplessness. This was his first time taking a life, killing someone just like himself. It was not a joy, certainly not, but rather a pain, a heart-wrenching agony of helplessness that no one could alter. For human nature is destined to harbor aggression and savagery, and Cai Feng possessed this as well; it was just that he could still feel the helplessness and bitterness of killing in his uncalloused heart.

The first to feel incredulous was Yuan Sheng, followed by Chang Sheng Jing Wu, and then the old man still hanging beneath the horse's belly. This was because he felt the sky suddenly become brighter, and then saw a dim shadow tracing a brilliant arc through the void. Finally, the most astonishing sight was the beautiful girl with an exquisite face who emerged from the carriage, Yuan Ye Mei. She widened her delicate eyes but could not discern whose shadow it was under this strong light, nor could she determine the source of this intense brightness. The two large bird-like figures in the void were not surprised; although they were somewhat astonished and taken aback, it instead cleared their minds. Their first reaction was for the two figures to separate.

These are two individuals wearing ghostly masks, and Cai Feng can clearly see the fear in their eyes, a kind of terror that is difficult to conceal and cannot be hidden, precisely because of Cai Feng and his sword

Cai Feng could not help but awaken from his absurdity, realizing that due to the difference in their statuses, and more importantly, because Yuan Ye Mei was already engaged, he could be so arrogant and unrestrained. He could not help but glance at the figure of Yuan Ye Mei, who had shrunk into the carriage, took a deep breath, and said lightly: "How does Brother Changsun plan to deal with these bandits?"

Cai Feng's heart couldn't help but flutter as he whispered softly into Yuan Yemei's ear, "I am a little rogue!" He gently blew a breath towards Yuan Yemei's ear, which resembled jade carving, his eyes revealing a hint of mischief and cunning.

He may be killing for the first time, let him be quiet. The old man seemed to understand Cai Feng's feelings at that moment. However, in his not-so-dim eyes, one could see a kind of surprise and respect that came from the bottom of his heart, but more so, there was gratitude and admiration.

"Halt, no one is allowed to proceed." A soldier extended his long gun to block Cai Feng and spoke in a deep voice

"You are being too polite, young man!" Zhong Chuiyan said with a faint smile, the wrinkles on his face shifting slightly to reveal the joy within his heart

Cai Feng said bluntly: "You, perhaps a good show is unfolding over there! Don't you want to see how those bandits kill people?" Without looking back, Cai Feng continued to walk quickly, always keeping a distance that was neither too close nor too far from the carriage. The pedestrians on the street, seeing Yuan Sheng following him like a bodyguard, dared not speak ill of him. Yuan Sheng had no choice but to comply with his temperament and hurried along.

Due to the unusually high number of merchants entering and exiting Handan, along with the grain transportation connections to Ye City, it is absolutely impossible to conduct a thorough inspection, which may provide many opportunities for those individuals

The whip, it belongs to the old man, and it is unclear where it came from. When driving, the old man seems to dislike using the whip and has never used it, for his whip is merely intended for killing

Cai Feng gradually approached the carriage, yet deep down he felt an unsettling sense of foreboding, a primal instinct from his hunter's nature making him sense a lurking and intense aura of danger.

At last, in the very moment when Cai Feng's howl faded away, his sword thrust into the gap created by his sword energy.

Cai Feng also greatly admired the old man's actions, but he was not in the mood to appreciate this splendid performance; he had to attend to a matter, a matter that Chang Sun Jingwu and everyone else were anxious about

Have you noticed any suspicious individuals leaving the city? Long Sun Jingwu asked in a deep voice

The old man cast a cold glance at Yuansheng, leaving him feeling utterly disheartened. The old man coldly said: "You are still not qualified!"

The young man, with a pale face, straightened his body and cast a cold glance at Yuan Sheng, yet made no further indication, as if the position of the knife held by Yuan Sheng was not at his neck at all

Yuan Ye Mei was so astonished that her small mouth opened wide, resembling her pair of beautiful eyes, which were captivatingly beautiful.

"Why not use fire as an attack?" Cai Fengqi asked

"You should not take Miss Ye Mei as a hostage; otherwise, I would also be unwilling to take action." Cai Feng's words were somewhat bitter, yet they pulled everyone standing nearby out of the dreamlike stupor they had just experienced, bringing them back to reality.

"Miss, be careful!" Yuan Sheng exclaimed in alarm, drawing his sword and rushing forward. However, his speed was indeed not on the same level as these individuals. Even Changsun Jingwu was uncertain whether he could defeat these two, but it was certain that he had no ability to stop their aggressive advance.

Changsun Jingwu seemed to awaken from a dream, and said with great trepidation: "I did not hear anything, nor did I see anything"

There were two figures, swift as eagles, in fact even swifter than eagles. The two figures almost burst forth from the ground simultaneously with the wooden cover, and amidst the astonishment of the crowd, they swooped towards the carriage like great birds. However, they had not accounted for one person.

"Sir Mu, I wonder when this thief truly made his appearance in our city?" Changsun Jingwu, understanding his meaning, could not help but rise and ask with a smile

No one could have imagined that such a move would be executed by a youth barely in his twenties, nor could anyone have anticipated the existence of such a formidable technique in the world. In truth, it is merely because these individuals have never encountered truly terrifying masters that they lack such a dreadful imagination. However, in this atmosphere, what is truly frightening is not the imagination but the technique itself, a lethal technique.

Cai Feng gradually regained his composure and smiled somewhat awkwardly, saying: "I believe the elder must have misunderstood; I am not at all what you described. I was merely feeling something in my heart and pondering a question."

Your Excellency, the County Magistrate Mu has arrived!" A servant calmly entered the grand hall, bowing and clasping his fists in greeting

Yuan Yamei suddenly poked her head out of the carriage and asked in surprise, "Have you two known each other for a long time?"

Cai Feng was taken aback, yet he could not fathom why Yuan Hao was so pleased and straightforward. He could not help but ask in astonishment, "My lord, can you really determine my ability to train dogs based solely on a 'breeding' assessment?"

I do not wish to see a tough man suffer, nor do I need you to respond to my words; your eyes have already conveyed to me that at least Peng Lianhu will be your mentor or something of the sort. However, I do not understand, was Peng Lianhu training you merely to steal some gold and silver?

The sword of Cai Feng, the sword given by Ge Rong, in Cai Feng's hand, the sword can hardly be considered a sword anymore, but rather a terrifying flash of lightning

Cai Feng has been under the tutelage of masters in the realms of "sword and blade" since childhood, and has grown up alongside the beasts of the Taihang Mountains. As a result, his martial arts skills have transcended the imagination of ordinary individuals and are beyond the comprehension of conventional thinking. However, due to Cai Feng's lack of sharpness in combat against skilled opponents, many of his more terrifying techniques have not been able to unleash their most astonishing power. Nevertheless, such techniques are already sufficient to eliminate either of the two individuals, as they are both already battered and nearing exhaustion.

Cai Feng could not help but secretly admire Yuan Hao's ability to win people's hearts, yet he inwardly laughed: "How could I possibly be on your side? The reason I am willing to teach you is that I have my eyes on your daughter. One day, when I marry her, it will not be too late to say we are family..."

Changsun Jingwu turned around to glance at the two masked individuals, who were still stubbornly unyielding despite their numerous injuries, and said with some astonishment: "I truly cannot comprehend what organization these people belong to. Each of them seems to possess martial skills that are astonishingly formidable. It is only now that I truly understand why Lord Mu's martial prowess and the skills of the experts in the yamen were still unable to defeat them."

"Oh, how do you know our young lady's name?" Yuan Sheng asked in surprise

"Drive, drive..." A carriage swiftly glided past Cai Feng, raising a cloud of dust as it went, while the people on the road quickly made way.

The target chosen by the other party is surprisingly an elderly man driving a car, a man so old that he can almost smell the scent of the earth, which is truly perplexing

The officials and soldiers seemed to look down on Cai Feng, casting a disdainful glance at him, and coldly remarked: "What if a great fire were to ignite and burn down the houses of the nearby residents? Moreover, it is uncertain whether there are still treasures inside; should we also allow the treasures to be burned?"

These are the words my master once spoke to me that filled me with longing said the old man with a nostalgic expression

Cai Feng could not help but feel a surge of anger in his heart, cursing inwardly: "Damn it, why should I care whose house you burn? It's none of my business." However, he did not voice his thoughts, merely snorting coldly and striding into the restricted area, naturally no one dared to stop him again. Yuan Sheng followed closely beside Cai Feng.

The whip is used for killing rather than driving horses, which is somewhat unusual, yet it seems to be the case

Cai Feng smiled and said, "What kind of hero am I? Some even say I am a little rogue! I personally feel I am three levels worse than a rogue, so there is no need for you to say that, Third Master." After a pause, he glanced at the tightly bound bandit and淡淡地 asked, "Does Third Master know the origin of their martial arts?"

Indeed, the swordsmanship of these two individuals is reminiscent of that of a master from the Southern Dynasties whom I encountered over a decade ago. As he spoke, he swiftly turned his hand and tore off the ghostly mask worn by the bandit, revealing a pale face filled with murderous intent, surprisingly belonging to a young man

The old man couldn't help but sigh and said, "I do not have such fortune either"

Cai Feng felt a surge of joy in his heart, and could not help but turn his head, revealing a somewhat bittersweet yet very carefree smile. This was probably the most successful smile he had ever made, for it was precisely this bittersweet and contradictory feeling that infused his smile with greater vitality, just as only suffering can make the brilliance of life shine even brighter.

The atmosphere in Handan City has become extremely tense, as everyone is aware that last night the prominent Wei family was robbed, and the amount stolen was astonishing. The intruders seemed to show little interest in the five-zhu coins, but were highly interested in gold, silver, and treasures. This has caused every prominent family to be on high alert, as no one knows when this mysterious and terrifying group of thieves will invade their own courtyards. With five prominent families already robbed in Handan City, the dogs seem to have completely lost their effectiveness, leading to a pervasive sense of insecurity among the populace, and even the authorities are at a loss to deal with them. The atmosphere in Handan City has become extremely tense, as everyone is aware that last night the prominent Wei family was robbed, and the amount stolen was astonishing. The intruders seemed to show little interest in the five-zhu coins, but were highly interested in gold, silver, and treasures. This has caused every prominent family to be on high alert, as no one knows when this mysterious and terrifying group of thieves will invade their own courtyards. With five prominent families already robbed in Handan City, the dogs seem to have completely lost their effectiveness, leading to a pervasive sense of insecurity among the populace, and even the authorities are at a loss to deal with them.

Yuan Sheng found it hard to believe that the person before him, who had become utterly bewildered, was Cai Feng, yet this person was indeed Cai Feng

No, today m.hetushucom.com has been completely sealed off, and a citywide manhunt is underway. Therefore, the official wishes to request Master Changsun's assistance in dealing with the bandit.

Oh, this must be a highly organized group of thieves. Haven't you noticed any suspicious individuals or objects leaving the city?

Cai Feng felt a sense of disdain in his heart; in his eyes, that old man was even more terrifying than Changsun Jingwu. This was a kind of instinct derived from a hunter, an instinct that nothing could escape, a nearly beast-like intuition

Changsun Jingwu's expression changed dramatically as he shouted: "The enemy is fleeing to the west, Teams 1 and 2, pursue them swiftly! The rest of you, attack the City God Temple with me."

"How do you know?" Yuan Sheng asked with some surprise and astonishment

A meticulous observer can notice the fine red line on his temple, composed of a series of minuscule blood droplets. His eyes are filled with an expression of disbelief, as if he has yet to awaken from a nightmare. However, his life has seeped away along with those tiny blood droplets, leaving behind merely a lifeless shell.

That is Cai Feng. This is not their mistake; they have been precise enough, and their eyesight is sharp enough. They can tell that the old man is definitely not an easy character to deal with, and they can even see that he is a top expert. Just based on this, they deserve a few compliments.

The first to let out a wild roar was that old man, and no one could have imagined that this old fellow, who looked as if he had been pickled for ten days, would emit such a shocking cry. The second loud shout came from Yuan Sheng, who, of course, did not possess the same intensity and grandeur as the old man, but he still exuded an indomitable aura. The soldiers around quickly surged forward, yet Cai Feng remained motionless. He indeed felt somewhat reluctant to move, believing that the collective assault held little significance; thus, he simply stood there quietly. He did not possess the same intensity and grandeur as the old man, but he still exuded an indomitable aura. The soldiers around quickly surged forward, yet Cai Feng remained motionless. He indeed felt somewhat reluctant to move, believing that the collective assault held little significance; thus, he simply stood there quietly.

Cai Feng thought that as long as these people were alive, he would not have good days ahead. When he took action, he did not disguise himself, but rather sabotaged their plans, causing them to lose two such skilled individuals. How could they not seek revenge? Cai Feng would rather confront a pack of wolves or a group of tigers than face these terrifying bandits, for no one could be certain enough to handle the attacks of so many experts and their unscrupulous methods.

"A toast to our respect!" Cai Feng drank it down without hesitation and curiously asked, "What kind of weapon did the great thief use?"

"Isn't it easier to train a dog that has the best innate potential? To be honest, the dogs I have trained in the past, although they were trained to the best of their abilities, ultimately failed due to inherent deficiencies. Just as you mentioned, their potential was too poor. Therefore, what I seek is the breed of war dogs with the greatest potential." Yuan Hao stated candidly.

"What a tough guy!" Cai Feng lightly clapped his hands in approval

Cai Feng shook his head, feeling that it was indeed somewhat absurd and laughable, and could not help but look up at the sky and take a deep breath

The inside of the carriage was very calm, much like the old man's face, which was calm to the point of resembling withered, decayed wood

The county magistrate cast a lingering glance at Changsun Jingwu, hesitating to speak for a long time.

Cai Feng smiled silently and said, "This is a matter within your official domain; I have no opinion on it, I am merely curious for the moment"

Yuan Hao took a breath and said coldly, "Can you see their true faces?"

"Then what brings you to my residence?" Yuan Hao said淡淡地.

That was an arrow, a silent and unseen arrow, not aimed at Cai Feng and Yuan Sheng, nor at the officials and soldiers or Changsun Jingwu, but aimed at the old man driving the cart

At this moment, a loud horn sounded from the blockade line to the west

What is even more terrifying is that at this moment, several deadly arrows suddenly appeared from nowhere in the void, all aimed at the emaciated old man. It is truly difficult to understand why the opponent harbors such hatred towards this old man driving the carriage. He is merely a pitiful expert; even if he is not killed, he will not have many years left to live.

That was a knife that was exposed, held in the hands of a thief wearing a ghostly mask

Zhangsun Jingwu strode towards the City God Temple, and everyone was exceptionally cautious, stealthily moving along the small houses by the street, for the recent silent arrows had indeed instilled a sense of dread.

"Are you familiar with this City God Temple?" Cai Feng suddenly changed the subject, while his gaze searched around.

Cai Feng would naturally not tell him, and could not help but change the subject with a smile: "Your young lady's beauty is renowned throughout the world, I naturally know, what is so strange about it? Come, let us go ahead and take a look, I have heard that Lord Mu has already searched ahead, let us see if there are any results." Yet in his heart, he secretly thought: "I would like to see how Yuan Ye Mei looks so glamorous in Handan City as well."

Cai Feng respectfully said: "Having just witnessed the majestic style of Third Master’s whip moving like a dragon, I am truly in awe of Cai Feng."

Cai Feng's sword technique should actually be considered a move from his father's knife style. Cai Shang's knife technique is most notable for its imposing aura, a combination of internal and external momentum. Cai Shang is a prodigy, and his master is even more of an eccentric genius, which is why it is possible for this knife technique to evolve to such a degree. Although Cai Feng has not fully grasped the essence of Cai Shang's knife technique, it is already enough to astonish the world. Cai Feng himself is a genius, possessing an understanding that others cannot compare to, which may be the success of Cai Shang's teaching. Although Cai Feng has not fully grasped the essence of Cai Shang's knife technique, it is already enough to astonish the world. Cai Feng himself is a genius, possessing an understanding that others cannot compare to, which may be the success of Cai Shang's teaching.

Cai Feng felt a jolt in his heart and asked Zhong Chuiyan in surprise, "Do you know Peng Lianhu, Third Master?"

The old man was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and said: "Although my old eyes are dim, I can still discern people accurately. In this world, each person has their own conclusions about right and wrong; there is no need to acknowledge or deny them. What is meant to come will come, and what is meant to go will go. Young master, what need is there for you to explain"

Mu Liwu saw how favored Cai Feng was by Yuan Hao and how courteous he was, so he hurriedly raised his wine cup and replied, "Young Master Cai, you are too polite, and thank you for your kind words!"

"Master Mu and Coach Changsun, along with others, are approaching those bandits, and it is believed that they will be able to drive them away very soon," the officer said calmly

Zhong Chuiyan pondered for a moment, his expression slightly changing as he said: "The swordsmanship of these two individuals resembles that of the Southern Dynasties."

At this moment, Cai Feng emitted a low roar resembling a dragon's chant, resonating endlessly in the void, while the sword in his hand formed a longer beam of light, akin to a comet

What do you know? At his age, possessing such terrifying skills and martial arts is not something that can be achieved through mere rote practice like yours; only the most inept would resort to that. His martial arts must have originated from the heart, cultivated from within and without, allowing him to reach a terrifying realm that others cannot attain. However, not everyone can cultivate the heart; it requires a true innate wisdom to reach the most ideal level. Those who prioritize the heart must cultivate righteousness, gathering the vast and righteous energy of heaven and earth. This natural righteousness of mountains and rivers must coalesce in the heart, enabling the practitioner to achieve twice the result with half the effort. Moreover, when this righteous heart is confronted with the act of killing, it will naturally provoke reflection; this is the inevitable response of righteousness. Do you possess this?" The old man retorted sarcastically, his eyes filled with longing and admiration.

This group of bandits has already been recorded to have committed five crimes in Handan City, starting ten days ago, having stolen nearly 400,000 taels of gold and silver, not to mention many precious treasures and antiques.

Hmph! The young man turned his head, snorted disdainfully, and did not respond

They are indeed experts, managing to strike each other with four palms in mid-air while circumventing an arc, attempting to bypass Cai Feng's interception in order to control Yuan Ye Mei. However, the person they encountered should not have been Cai Feng; it truly should not have been Cai Feng. Or rather, they should not have chosen Yuan Ye Mei as their target. Yet, they had no other choice, and thus, they were destined to encounter Cai Feng.

"Will you speak or not?" Yuan Sheng shouted angrily, while simultaneously pressing the blade lightly against the young man's neck, ready to strike at any moment

That person did not lie down, but stood upright, forming a strange scene resembling a withered tree.

Cai Feng could not help but burst into laughter, nearly toppling off the cart's yoke.

Oh, please!" Yuanhao was taken aback and gently waved his sleeve.

"Indeed, I have still been unable to uncover the origins of that notorious thief, and I am truly ashamed!" The county magistrate did not dare to take a seat, standing beside Yuanhao with a certain awkwardness.

"We are people of the Yuan Court," Yuan Sheng said coldly as he took a piece of jade token from his waist.

The officials and soldiers who were on guard at the City God Temple immediately understood what was happening and quickly took action in different directions

He could not help but take a step back, his mind and spirit were all on high alert, which is a reaction expected of an excellent hunter. His mind was tense, yet his clarity was exceptionally bright, like a spring water pool undisturbed by the wind

Oh, I see! Cai Feng realized.

Oh, that is truly disrespectful of the old man; it can be said that heroes have always emerged from the youth, and it seems that this is indeed not an exaggeration. Zhong Chuiyan also spoke solemnly and couldn't help but take a few more glances at Cai Feng.

"The swordsmanship of the Southern Dynasties?" Cai Feng could not help but ask in astonishment

Yuan Hao pondered for a moment and said淡淡地: "Alright, let Jing Wu assist you in investigating the city. You must capture this group of people for me; otherwise, do not come to see me." There was an indescribable coldness in his tone.

Yuan Hao smiled brightly and said, "There is no need; we are all on the same side now, so there is no need for concern"

Thus, the old man could only choose to evade; in an instant, his body flashed beneath the horse's belly. No one would expect such a thin old man to execute such nimble movements, as agile as a monkey, no, even ten times more agile than a monkey. Yet, what was even more agile was his whip. In fact, that could not even be considered nimble; it was merely a mirage, a faint illusion, but miraculously, it struck down all the slanting arrows that flew toward him.

The loud bang came from the ground, rising from the flat earth, not from elsewhere, but from a spot merely four steps away from the carriage

"What business do the adults have in summoning the young ones?" Yuan Sheng, Yuan Quan, and Lou Fengyue respectfully entered the grand hall and inquired.

The arrow comes silently and without form, yet it departs just as silently and formless, without a trace of sound; this is the force of the invisible vortex in the air

Indeed, the old man did not disappoint him, but surprised many. The old man did not leap aside to avoid the arrow, which was not a good thing, as it would cause the arrow to strike the shed, something he naturally did not wish for. Therefore, he did not evade, remaining as still as a piece of decayed wood, not even moving his arms. The only movements came from his wrist and fingers, which were as agile as snakes, like snakes dancing in the air; in fact, they were not snakes at all, but merely a whip flying through the air. Thus, he did not evade, remaining as still as a piece of decayed wood, not even moving his arms. The only movements came from his wrist and fingers, which were as agile as snakes, like snakes dancing in the air; in fact, they were not snakes at all, but merely a whip flying through the air.

Be still, this is his most profound feeling at present. The greater the danger, the more alert he becomes, even completely driving out the shadow of Yuan Ye Mei from his body.

Changsun Jingwu also asked in surprise, "Does the young lady also know the Cai brothers?" As he spoke, he looked at Cai Feng with uncertainty.

You are truly impossible to deal with!" Yuan Ye Mei said in a tone that seemed both playful and scolding, yet she couldn't help but laugh out loud. However, she quickly withdrew her head back into the carriage.

Oh, it is merely to celebrate that we have acquired an excellent dog trainer, and I specifically invited you all to have a few drinks.

"Is your master Peng Lianhu, or is it Ran Changjiang?" Zhong Chuiyan asked coldly.

"Cai Feng, are you alright?" Yuan Sheng anxiously asked, glancing at Cai Feng's dazed eyes.

Cai Feng could not help but glance at the old man in surprise and said, "Every word you speak is thought-provoking, I have truly learned a lot."

A face of a purplish hue, beneath thick eyebrows lies a pair of eyes as sharp as knives, complemented by a prominent nose and a wide mouth that exudes an innate sense of majesty

On the ground! The surging whirlwind strikes against everyone's skin, causing them to find a shock of life from within, a pressure so terrifying that it leaves them breathless

"Why are you walking so fast?" Yuan Sheng complained in a low voice

"Brother Changsun, why must you say such things? Today, we are all on the same side, so there is no need for such words. Ensuring the safety of Miss Ye Mei is something I, Cai Feng, would do even at the cost of my own life; it is not because of you that I took action, so you need not thank me." Cai Feng said with a hearty laugh.

Yuan Sheng could not help but feel a moment of astonishment, and said indignantly: "Do we really have to rely on others even in this state of daze and distraction?"

In the void, the flash of light is as brilliant as the sun hanging in the sky, evoking an incredible feeling in everyone.

Mu Liwu's subordinates had previously clashed with this group of people, but they suffered a disastrous defeat, with even his most capable subordinate severely injured by the opponent. The extent of this horror had far exceeded everyone's imagination, which compelled him to go to the Yuan residence to invite the two most renowned masters, Changsun Jingwu and Lou Fengyue. If it were not for the news of their return last night, he truly would not have known what to do.

With a cry of anguish, the young man was struck heavily in the lower abdomen by Yuan Sheng's knee, causing him to bend over in pain, resembling a large shrimp

What are the people in your government office used for? If this continues, will there be any peace left in Handan City?" Yuan Hao scolded angrily

When the sound became somewhat unbearable, it was followed by a chilling scream that sent shivers down one's spine

The officials and soldiers changed their expressions and quickly put away their long guns, respectfully saying: "Because the suspect may be in the City God Temple ahead, the section of the road ahead is very likely to be attacked, therefore it is best for both of you not to proceed."

There are indeed enemies hidden within this City God Temple, Cai Feng can be certain, absolutely certain

Cai Feng thought about meeting that beautiful and charming woman once again, and his heart couldn't help but race. However, he did not feel embarrassed. Reflecting on his own absurdity, he found it amusing that he had come to be a dog caretaker for a woman, and that his father had actually agreed to his decision. Yet, recalling Cai Shang's words: "In life, one should do what one wants to do, as long as one holds onto an unchanging principle; whether in failure or success, there is joy, live life to the fullest, and live with intention, so as not to waste this life," he couldn't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude.

Cai Feng stood up hurriedly and cupped his fists, saying: "Cai Feng pays his respects to the County Magistrate. " As he spoke, he picked up the wine that had just been placed on the table and politely said, "Cai Feng offers a toast to you, hoping that you will capture the bandits and achieve success swiftly, thus eliminating the harm for the people of the city.

Therefore, I do not know how to deal with them either, " said Changsun Jingwu, taking a deep breath.

Cai Feng felt very proud, he chased for a while, but found that there were fewer and fewer pedestrians on the road. There were almost no people walking on the large street, and there were more and more soldiers. They were all on high alert as if facing a major enemy. The carriage also stopped not far away.

There seemed to be a shadow flickering at the corner of Cai Feng's eye

The carriage came to a stop not far away, driven by an old man. However, at this moment, he parked the vehicle thirty paces outside the City God Temple. The two strong men guarding the carriage moved towards Changsun Jingwu, as they were sent by Yuan Hao to pick up his daughter. The people from the Tian residence had only escorted Yuan Yemei to the outskirts of Handan City before returning. However, several officials and soldiers surrounded the carriage to provide protection, forming a large circle, seemingly all to guard against any attacks from within the City God Temple.

The appearance of Cai Feng was merely an accident, a twist of fate, which completely shattered their original plan to take Yuan Ye Mei hostage. It was just a sword that disrupted their scheme.

Yuan Sheng seemed to be extremely submissive to the elder, yet he felt a deep sense of gratitude and respect for Cai Feng, especially because Cai Feng was his friend. He couldn't help but ask in confusion: "But I wouldn't kill someone for the first time like this!"

I have come specifically for this great thief. Last night, the Wei family was again robbed of treasures and gold amounting to nearly 100,000 taels. The county magistrate who entered had not yet taken his seat when he hurriedly reported.

That is to protect Miss Yuan Yemei in the car; if anything were to happen to her, even a thousand heads would only end up on the ground, and killing all the thieves would be of no use. In fact, Cai Feng was also extremely anxious about this delicate beauty; he certainly did not want anyone to harm his dream lover. Therefore, he had to do one thing: to intercept the figure shooting out from the tunnel.

Oh, this road leads to my residence. If the thieves do not leave, will I not have to take a long detour to return home

No one could have anticipated that amidst the bustling street, there would be a tunnel, a tunnel that, at the most critical moment, would send chills down one's spine

The city gates are all closed, and a large-scale search is underway. Throughout the city, there are officials and soldiers searching house by house. Unless one can sprout wings, it is unlikely to think of escaping the city.

Zhangsun Jingwu let out a long sigh, yet he stared at the two people on the yoke like a fool, as if he were dreaming

Yuan Yamei couldn't help but blush, playfully scolding, "You little rascal." Yet, there was not a hint of reproach in her eyes towards Cai Feng

The whip lashed wildly in the void, continuously entwining, as if it were weaving a wall across every inch of space before him

Cai Feng, too lazy to argue, did not respond and hurriedly chased in the direction the horse-drawn carriage was heading.

Yuan Sheng couldn't help but feel a bit regretful, yet he also questioned with some doubt: "How could you know this so clearly?"

Cai Feng and Yuan Sheng, however, found themselves amidst such lively festivities. In Cai Feng's eyes, there was no sense of disappointment; rather, he felt that this seemed even more interesting.

"Fengyue, come have a few drinks with me, and we will go do something together." Changsun Jingwu said in a loud voice

"Oh no—" Cai Feng let out a miserable cry, as Yuan Ye Mei pinched her ear hard.

However, Cai Feng did not think so. In that instant, he understood the enemy's intentions, and he also realized that the old man could not remain so calm this time. In the face of such a terrifying attack, indeed, no one could remain composed, unless they wished to die. Of course, the old man absolutely did not want to die; even if he could live for another thousand years, he would not consider it too long.

There are indeed enemies within the City God Temple, and these enemies are all absolute masters. Cai Feng's voice seemed calm without a hint of fluctuation, yet Yuan Sheng felt a chill in his heart

Cai Feng was taken aback; one hundred thousand taels of gold and silver was almost an astronomical sum for him, yet that thief could steal it in just one night. He couldn't help but scrutinize the person before him closely.

Cai Feng smiled, a brilliant smile akin to the sun radiating heat in the sky. His sword was no longer that dazzling brilliance, but instead shimmered with a deep, ethereal metallic hue

Four guards of the Wei family have died, all of them protectors of the estate. No one could have anticipated that the thieves would be so ruthless, not only stealing but also committing murder. These four were the guards of the Wei family and were not incompetent, yet they fell victim to the assailants without even being aware of their presence. This illustrates just how terrifying this group of thieves is.

Third Master, this Young Master Cai is the newly hired dog trainer at the residence, and he is also the old steward, the head instructor of the Changsun family, as well as the savior of Lou Fengyue and myself from m.hetushu.com

It is a wooden cover, above which lies soil, nearly the same color as the ground. The soil continues to move in a radiating motion, swirling with the movement of the wooden cover, weaving into a terrifying dust attack net in the void.

Even Changsun Jingwu, who was hidden in the shadows, could not help but exclaim in surprise. They had not anticipated that there would be such a tunnel on this street, one that directly threatened the safety of their young lady.

Mu Liwu had just finished drinking and couldn't help but shudder. He glanced at Cai Feng and, not understanding the situation, replied: "Those bandits use knives and guns; what does Young Master Cai think about this?"

Cai Feng smiled naturally and said, "Of course I know Miss Ye Mei, we are still friends!"

I acknowledge my guilt, but that bandit is indeed formidable, and there is more than one of them. Both of the skilled individuals in my office have been injured and are unable to pursue them any further

A series of crisp sounds echoed, and no one knew exactly how many impacts there were, but the noise was indeed enough to startle and shock everyone present, including Cai Feng. He did not expect the opponent to be such a terrifying expert, one whose prowess exceeded his imagination. However, he managed to intercept the two individuals in mid-air.

Cai Feng couldn't help but frown; he never expected that someone could be more arrogant than him. Yuan Sheng exclaimed, "Miss, it's the young lady who has returned."

Two corners of clothing and a sleeve drift gently down from the sky, embodying a soothing and delicate dynamic beauty, as if to convey that this is not a dream, not a dream, but a reality that is more beautiful than a dream. Reality is harsh, which is why Cai Feng's smile carries a hint of bitterness, for he knows that these two individuals are on a path to death, including those in the City God Temple. Yet, this is merely reality; just as moments ago, had his movements not been a bit more agile, what he would have lost would not have been just a sleeve, but his very life. Reality is harsh, which is why Cai Feng's smile carries a hint of bitterness, for he knows that these two individuals are on a path to death, including those in the City God Temple. Yet, this is merely reality; just as moments ago, had his movements not been a bit more agile, what he would have lost would not have been just a sleeve, but his very life.

"A hunter's intuition, no danger can escape my heart." Cai Feng said confidently and proudly, his steps showing no sign of stopping, yet it made one feel that he could transform into a terrifying demon leopard at any moment. Yuan Sheng had never felt such absurdity as he did today; facing Cai Feng felt like being in a ridiculous dream.

The several soldiers glared at Cai Feng, and upon seeing that the people in front did not obstruct the two nor said anything, they remained silent

"Sir, should we avoid this for a moment?" Cai Feng inquired with a sense of understanding

Cai Feng slowly sheathed the sword in his hand, turned around, and couldn't help but smile and shake his head. He walked to the front of the carriage, where Yuan Yemei stood, seemingly lost in a dream, and gently said: "Are you surprised? I know you are the young lady of the Yuan family, so I came to Handan to have some fun. What a coincidence to meet you, Miss. Is this what they call fate?" As he spoke, he exerted a slight force with his hand, and his body floated lightly onto the yoke of the carriage.

"Cai Feng, what is wrong with you?" Yuan Sheng felt as if Cai Feng had suddenly transformed into another person. It was a feeling, very clear yet terrifying; he seemed to have become as profound as a forest, as inscrutable as mountains and the sea.

Indeed, in his eyes, Cai Shang is always the sage who understands how to guide gently and profoundly understands human nature and life, as well as the most enlightened and best father in the world. Only such a father can allow Cai Feng to become an optimist, to enjoy life, and to be free of worries

Yuan Sheng could not help but let out a gasp, and he indeed should have gasped, for after the tremendous sound from the ground, what soared into the air was a swirling circular cover.

Cai Feng's heart tightened, and his gaze swept like lightning over the two enemies who were fighting desperately. He tightened his grip on the hilt of the sword at his waist, let out a long howl, and his entire body lunged from mid-air towards the two men, the long sword slicing through the void like a knife as it descended.

"You all... you..." Changsun Jingwu was so astonished that he could not articulate his words, staring at Yuan Yemei as if she were a monster

The wooden cover resembled a gigantic mountain axe, sweeping through with a sharp whistle, passing over the horse's back and shooting towards the soldiers on the other side of the horse

It is truly terrifying. I cannot comprehend that the abilities of these two individuals are even more formidable than I had imagined. They are certainly not ordinary thieves. Given their skills, they should not be mere bandits; even if they were bandits, they ought to be at the top of the hierarchy, and should not personally engage in stealing such gold and silver.

Oh, Miss Ye Mei has returned to the residence!" Cai Feng felt a surge of warmth in his heart and couldn't help but exclaim.

When they act, they are all masked, making it impossible for anyone to discern their identities said the county magistrate in a low voice

"Yes, I understand!" replied the county magistrate.

Zhangsun Jingwu gazed at the tunnel aimed at by the powerful crossbows and strong bows, feeling a chill run down his spine. He could not help but turn to Cai Feng and sincerely say: "I truly must thank you, Brother Cai. If it weren't for your intervention, today would likely have ended in utter defeat, and I might not have even preserved my life! I never expected that you would save my life twice, leaving Jingwu at a loss for how to repay you"

"Are you saying..." Changsun Jingwu said with a sudden realization, his expression changing drastically. He shouted to the soldiers beside him, "Quickly seal off all the entrances, do not allow anyone to enter or exit, and search for any other tunnel exits."

The sword struck with the posture of a knife is more terrifying than any knife, at least that is what everyone present believes, including the thin old man

Yuan Sheng was momentarily stunned, and he said in a daze: "Third Master, have you also cultivated from the heart?"

Yuan Hao glanced at Chang Sun Jing Wu's resolute face and said lightly: "Alright, Yuan Sheng will take Cai Feng to the city to have some fun after finishing the wine, and in a few days, he will officially start looking for the Dog King for us."

Yuan Qiang cast a glance at Mu Liwei and couldn't help but smile, saying, "I didn't expect Lord Mu to be here as well, what a coincidence"

Changsun Jingwu could not help but glance at Yuan Hao, seemingly seeking his consent

Yuan Yamei, seeing Changsun Jingwu's appearance, couldn't help but laugh in both anger and amusement, scolding him: "You are such a fool, how could such a sly remark be true!"

The two individuals let out a cold snort, seemingly unconcerned by the siege against them. Each move they executed was delivered with a desperate intensity, and coupled with their exceptional skills, they were momentarily untroubled by the experts among their attackers.

Everyone experiences a profound sense of oppression, a pressure that comes from deep within the heart, and it is due to the sword of Cai Feng