The first chapter, joy leads to sorrow

Chai Yunlong continued, "I know that you are not convinced in your hearts. This is a common human sentiment, and I can understand it. However, emotions aside, you must ultimately face the facts. If I cannot pass on the position of the sect leader to the most outstanding candidate within the sect, Yunxiao Sect cannot endure for long. Do you understand?" Lu and Cai kept their heads down, feeling agitated inside, but did not respond.

Having achieved success and fame, and established a family and career, it seemed as though all the good fortune in the world had been monopolized by him alone. His capacity for alcohol was already considerable, and with the joyous occasion, he felt invigorated; in his excitement, he drank as if aided by divine intervention, and in the blink of an eye, he had consumed at least two jars by himself

His confusion did not last long, for an even more astonishing situation suddenly occurred: blood began to flow slowly from the nostrils and the corners of the eyes of Yao Ji. Cheng Chuqiu was greatly shocked; he sprang up from the bed and went to check her pulse at the neck, only to discover that her pulse was completely absent, her body cold to the touch, and he could not tell how long she had been dead.

At that moment, Yan Chengyu noticed the wine jar on the table, which had a red label affixed to it, stating "Superb Tribute Wine - Baiyu Spring." This reminded him of Yao Ji. He pulled over Xiao Wen and Ji Liangping, and whispered, "It is time; let us proceed according to plan."

Lu and Cai were deeply grateful, both saying: "We will diligently follow the master's teachings!" They then stood up and stepped aside

Chai Yunlong smiled slightly, turned his head to Cai Bin and said: "A Bin, you are the same. I know you work very hard in private, and you are diligent. You often get up alone in the middle of the night to practice martial arts. You have been practicing the 'Seven Scatter Hands' for two years; you should have achieved about 30 to 40 percent proficiency by now"

The inheritance of martial arts sects is predominantly based on either bloodline succession or the demonstration of martial prowess, with no regard for age. Therefore, it is well known throughout the martial world that Cheng Chuqiu's ascension to the position of leader of the Yunxiao Sect is merely a matter of time. However, although Chai Yulong is over sixty years old, he is not considered old among the leaders of various martial arts sects. Moreover, passing the leadership to a young man of only twenty-four or twenty-five years is rather premature unless Chai Yulong has some hidden reasons.

Only then did Lu Kunshan and Cai Bin kneel before Chai Yunlong and bow their heads. Chai Yunlong said: "Today, I will pass the position of the sect leader to your junior brother. You must wholeheartedly assist him and work together to promote the prestige of our sect." Both Lu Kunshan and Cai Bin replied: "Disciples obey your command"

Xiao Wen was lost in thought. Ji Liangping said: "Indeed, Second Brother, we are just teasing our own brother, not someone else. What trouble could arise? Second Brother, you are being overly cautious."

Cheng Chuqiu felt an overwhelming dryness in his mouth and restlessness in his heart, unable to endure any longer. Lowering his head, he leaned in to kiss Yao Ji's lips. Yao Ji let out a soft "Hmm" and turned her face away. As a result, Cheng Chuqiu's kiss landed on the hairline behind her ear.

Cheng Chuqiu was suddenly drenched in sweat, countless thoughts flashing through her mind, yet she had no idea what to do.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

As Guo Jian saw that Ji Liangping had just lifted the bed curtain, he suddenly took two steps back and turned to look at Cheng Chuqiu in surprise. Cheng Chuqiu realized that the situation was not good and explained: "I just found out as well, I truly did not know..."

Since it is known that this is not an illusion, adhering to the vigilance expected of a martial artist, Cheng Chuqiu should have immediately jumped up with a stranger so close.

Unexpectedly, after Cheng Chuqiu finished drinking, Chai Yulong immediately had someone pour another cup and said, "At the very beginning, I mentioned that I would dampen everyone's spirits, and I have already apologized in advance, so you all cannot blame me"

In the midst of their laughter and conversation, the two hurried back to the hall. The hall was unexpectedly filled with people, likely all the guests who had originally gathered in the courtyard for food and drink, now congregated here.

Cheng Chuqiu, though somewhat reluctant to part, found her body uncooperative and could only smile, saying, "Third brother, I am so happy today! How about you?" Xiao Wenda replied, "Happy! Aside from giving your master a scolding, everything else has been quite enjoyable." Yan Chengyu and Ji Liangping, upon hearing this, both laughed and said, "Exactly! Exactly!" Cheng Chuqiu laughed heartily and said, "Why bother with that old man?"

These words seemed to touch Cai Bin's innermost thoughts, as everyone noticed that his bowing became increasingly rapid, leaving a trail of sweat on the ground, clearly indicating his extreme anxiety.

Chai Yunlong laughed heartily, exclaiming, "Good, good..." After a while, he finally helped Cheng Chuqiu to his feet. The noisy clamor in the hall gradually subsided.

Yao Ji did not wait for anyone to assist her and got out of the car by herself. She noticed two familiar lanterns hanging under the eaves of the main gate, on which a large character "雷" was written in red ink on white paper, and she said: "Is this Lei Family Village?" She then added: "Why is it so lively today? Is the master of Lei getting married?"

In the warm embrace of the hibiscus canopy, a flurry of passion ensued. Suddenly, Yao Ji, lost in her emotions, bit down hard on Cheng Chuqiu's shoulder. The force of her bite was intense, causing Cheng Chuqiu to wince in pain and push her away. Turning back to look, he saw several bead-like bite marks on his shoulder, all stained with blood

Three or four people at the door were holding lanterns. Upon seeing the return of the horse-drawn carriage, they hurriedly approached.

Yan Chengyu was taken aback, unable to speak. At this moment, Xiao Wen interjected, "Hero Chai, regarding the matter with the Hengshan Sect last time, we brothers have already personally visited to apologize. We have also fulfilled all the requests made by the other party, so that matter has been satisfactorily resolved"

At that moment, a guest remarked: "The talent and martial skills of Young Hero Cheng are evident to all. During the confrontation with the Five Demons of Zhuo Guangshan, we truly did not contribute much; attributing the credit solely to him is not excessive, and Master Chai need not be overly modest." Another person added: "Young Hero Cheng is an outstanding figure of the new generation. With such achievements, it is not a flaw for him to be a bit self-assured. Moreover, youth without a touch of arrogance is a waste; given Young Hero Cheng's character, he is unlikely to cause any major troubles."

The several burly men with lanterns, upon arrival, were busy helping to carry the wine jars inside. Moreover, with the stunning beauty of Miss Yao, while it was tempting to gaze and salivate, everyone felt ashamed and no one dared to approach her. At that moment, two figures rushed out from the door and came before him. One of them said: "Is this the esteemed Miss Yao? Indeed, she is a rare beauty, captivating and radiant... Haha, please forgive my clumsiness; I only know these two lines. I hope you won't take offense, Miss!"

The man with the surname Yan smiled and said, "Miss Yao has misunderstood; today, you only need to serve one person... Come, this way please..." He led her around the bustling front courtyard and towards a narrow corridor, continuing, "Let me explain to you, Miss, the situation is as follows: today is a momentous day for another one of my brothers. He is the leader of the Yunxiao Sect on Yunxiao Mountain, and the third disciple of the great hero Chai Yunlong from the Two Lakes, named Cheng Chuqiu..." Upon hearing this, Miss Yao gasped softly, "Ah." He continued, "Let me explain to you, Miss, the situation is as follows: today is a momentous day for another one of my brothers. He is the leader of the Yunxiao Sect on Yunxiao Mountain, and the third disciple of the great hero Chai Yunlong from the Two Lakes, named Cheng Chuqiu..." Upon hearing this, Miss Yao gasped softly, "Ah."

The woman lying beside him is not the one he loves, and Cheng Chuqiu let out a sigh of relief. In the public eye, he is still a polite and refined young talent, while Chai Wenjun remains a budding young lady. In essence, he has experienced a completely different type from the demure and reserved Chai Wenjun; rather, he belongs to the charm and allure of a mature woman.

The three of them exchanged glances but could not utter a word. Cheng Chuqiu noticed the unusual expressions on their faces and hurriedly asked, "What’s wrong? Why aren’t you speaking? Could it be... could it be that you think it’s me..." Yan Chengyu, shedding his usual playful demeanor, solemnly inquired, "What is going on?"

Chai Yunlong instructed someone to refill the second cup and said: "This second cup of wine is to express my gratitude on behalf of my disciple Chu Qiuyou. I am grateful to all the heroic friends for your recognition and for unanimously endorsing him to lead the group in eliminating the various demons entrenched in Zhuguang Mountain, allowing him the opportunity to learn alongside everyone. Fortunately, he did not disappoint expectations and managed to eliminate three of the five tyrants of Zhuguang Mountain by sheer luck.

Yao Ji was half-convinced. After coaxing and deceiving her, her mother pushed her out the door, giving her a few earnest instructions before she was led outside by the coachman

On ordinary days, Yao Ji only traveled in a soft sedan chair, but now she had fallen onto a wooden bench. Although it did not hurt much, she was cursing inwardly. Shortly after, she heard the driver shout again, and the speed of the carriage slowed down. She lifted the curtain and poked her head out, only to see a procession arriving in front of a grand mansion. The interior was brightly lit, and the sounds of people were bustling. Outside the vermilion gate, two flagpoles stood with large flags fluttering in the wind. Without needing to see clearly what was embroidered on the flags, Yao Ji already knew where she had arrived. Outside the vermilion gate, two flagpoles stood with large flags fluttering in the wind. Without needing to see clearly what was embroidered on the flags, Yao Ji already knew where she had arrived.

Yao Ji smiled faintly and said, "This Young Master Xiao is rather silent." The one surnamed Yan replied, "Don't mind him; let's go in first and discuss the details along the way."

Yao Ji's entire body trembled as she excitedly reached out to tear the clothes off Cheng Chu Qiu. Meanwhile, Cheng Chu Qiu clung to Yao Ji's body like a fly drawn to honey, refusing to part her lips from Yao Ji for even a moment. The skills she had honed for over a decade in the Seven Scatter Hands were now exerted to their fullest, as her hands swiftly and neatly removed all her clothes.

The coachman shook the wine flask in his hand and said: "There isn't enough wine to drink, so I need to take some along the way. Mother said that Miss Yao wants to drink the wine from hetushu.com, and it must be personally selected by Miss Yao. It's getting late, so I'm bringing it over."

Yao Ji took a few sips and said, "Hmm, this is from the Baiyu Spring, but the wine from our Baisha Well in Hunan is better, just this one." She handed the wine jug to the coachman and turned to the man by the door, saying, "Go tell Mother that the flavor of the Jinjiang Chun we brought this time is a bit strange, perhaps due to the bumpy road? I can't quite put my finger on it, but you must ask her to return it. Advise her not to go through so much trouble to get Sichuan wine anymore. Haven't the silver I've earned for her over the years been enough?"

Then the man with the surname Xiao waved his hand and said, "Why are you only talking about what I do?" The man with the surname Yan laughed heartily and said, "My brother is thin-skinned and feels embarrassed, hahahaha..."

Yao Ji covered her mouth and chuckled softly, saying, "Oh dear, you are so annoying. What great hero? You take advantage of people right from the first sentence. Hehe, isn't Yao Ji just me, Luo! What are you pretending to be confused about!" With a gentle push of her small hand against his chest, Cheng Chu Qiu fell back onto the bed with a thud.

Inside the room, the same phrase echoed: "I'm coming, don't rush me!" The voice was soft and sweet, both tender and coy, exuding an air of flirtation. Upon hearing this, the man outside lost all his temper; after all, he had no way to deal with her. He could only let out a bitter laugh, endure her temperament, and continue to wait.

Two individuals emerged from the crowd. The first, slightly balding with a plump figure, appeared to be around forty years old. Most people in the hall recognized him as Lu Kunshan, the first disciple of Chai Yunlong. The other was of medium build, with a slightly yellow complexion, very short eyebrows that were widely spaced, giving him a rather sorrowful appearance. He was also in his thirties, looking even more ordinary than Lu Kunshan, yet he was Chai Yunlong's second disciple, named Cai Bin.

Xiao Wen felt a pang of conscience and shook his head, saying: "But doing this inevitably goes against natural justice..." Yan Chengyu replied: "Pei Wu, don't say anymore. I believe Fourth Brother is right. We are brothers, sharing both fortune and adversity. We may not have been born on the same day of the same month in the same year, but I hope we can die on the same day of the same month in the same year. Even if it was Chu Qiu who killed him, it would still be a matter for the Yan family. If anyone wants to settle accounts with my brother, they must first get through me."

The woman lay completely still, soundly asleep.

It turns out that Cheng Chuqiu is a closed-door disciple of Chai Yulong. The new disciples later accepted by the Yunxiao Sect mostly studied under Lu Kunshan, who imparted martial arts to them

Yao Ji smiled before she spoke, blinking her eyes as she carefully scrutinized the two individuals before her. Both were young men, approximately twenty-five or twenty-six years old. The first to speak was a tall and robust man, with a square face and a pair of thick, dark eyebrows that resembled the shape of a sleeping silkworm. He had a dignified appearance and an imposing demeanor.

The coachman blushed and said, "Yes, yes..." as he handed over the wine jug. Yao Ji took it, sipped a couple of times from the mouth of the jug, and as the taste of the wine spread on her tongue, she remarked, "Hmm, it is Jinjiang Chun, but this flavor..." She furrowed her brows and thought for a moment, yet could not pinpoint what was amiss. The coachman quickly offered the other wine jug with his other hand.

Yan Xiao and the other person hurriedly rushed to the bedside, seeing a young woman who had been vibrant and alluring just yesterday, now lying half-naked and lifeless on the bed. Both of them exclaimed in their hearts: "This is a disaster..."

Yan Chengyu continued, "Since Master Lei is willing to lend us the house, it means he does not oppose it. I have heard that the old hero Chai was also a charismatic figure in his youth, and Master Lei must be aware of this; otherwise, how could he agree to our actions?" Xiao Wen thought about it and felt somewhat reassured.

Ji Liangping disregarded it and continued, "I will take the quilt and wrap him up first..." As he spoke, he took a quick step to the bedside and lifted the bed curtain. Cheng Chuqiu recalled Yao Ji on the bed and was about to intervene, but fearing it would make her seem guilty, she swallowed back the words "Wait a moment" that were on the tip of her tongue.

Seeing her in such a provocative manner, Cheng Chuqiu found it impossible to strike her again. Instead, he forcefully pinched her chest and said, "Alright, today I will let you see a bit of color..." Yao Ji squinted her eyes and replied, "Then hurry up... hurry up..."

In addition to this, he and the long-time beloved daughter of Chai Yunlong, Chai Wenjun, can finally bear fruit and form a beautiful couple. Just this reason alone is enough to make him lose himself in pride. As for the friends from the martial world who come to toast, he welcomes them all without exception, exclaiming: "No return without getting drunk!"

Everyone laughed, alleviating much of the awkwardness. Chai Yunlong also smiled and said, "For this third cup, I hope to receive the blessings of all my friends, so it must be downed. Due to my old age and declining strength, the old injuries from my youth often resurface, and these ailments have troubled me for quite some time. Therefore..." He reached out and patted Cheng Chuqiu's shoulder, smiling as he continued, "Starting tomorrow, I plan to pass on the position of the leader of the Yunxiao Sect to my third disciple, Cheng Chuqiu!"

Yan Chengyu smiled and said: "Indeed, this is what good brothers are for. Liangping, you go ahead and toast first, Peiwu, you follow up, and I will hold the fort. No matter what, we must get Chu Qiu drunk tonight"

From this point onward, everything was beyond Cheng Chuqiu's control. Chai Wenjun, behaving unusually, was lost in passion as she continuously writhed against him, her breaths growing louder and her movements increasingly frantic, gradually pushing both of them to the peak of excitement. Seeing her eyes tightly shut and her delicate brows slightly furrowed, Cheng Chuqiu was overwhelmed with joy, wanting to do everything in his power to please his beloved, completely disregarding how they would face their master the next day.

Only then did a voice, filled with laughter, ring out: "Hahaha, Second Brother is still asleep and hasn’t gotten up yet. I reckon he must be reluctant to rise..." Upon hearing this, Cheng Chuqiu realized it was the voice of his sworn brother, Ji Liangping. In a place fraught with danger, encountering someone familiar and trustworthy brought Cheng Chuqiu a genuine sense of relief. However, when he saw that Ji Liangping was followed by two others, one being Yan Chengyu and the other Xiao Peiwu, it felt like he had swallowed a calming pill.

The three brothers secretly conferred and decided to act according to their plan. In fact, it was unnecessary for the three brothers to persuade Cheng Chuqiu, as individuals from various sects had already gone to compete in toasting him. Firstly, everyone knew he was the future number one figure in the martial arts world; secondly, he was about to take over as the leader of the Yunxiao Sect. Having one more friend like him could only be advantageous.

At this moment, Cheng Chuqiu was not concerned about the reasons behind the events. This time, he had descended the mountain to punish the treacherous, and after parting with Chai Wenjun for more than five months, he had endured the pain of longing. Suddenly seeing tenderness in his embrace was just the remedy for his loneliness. He abruptly sat up from the bed, tightly held Chai Wenjun, buried his head in her bosom, and said: "Wenjun... Wenjun... I have missed you so much..."

The other individual, slightly shorter in stature, appeared somewhat leaner standing next to the person who spoke first. However, he had a face as handsome as jade, with clear brows and bright eyes, exuding a refined demeanor and an air of elegance. These two were indeed comparable: one resembled a brilliant and valiant general, while the other embodied a wise and knowledgeable statesman; one was like the bright moon, while the other was akin to the blazing sun

Yao Ji saw that he was handsome and strong, and as he pressed her down onto the bed, her heart couldn't help but race like a startled deer. Her whole body felt warm, her eyes were alluring, and she reached out her hands to wrap around his neck, speaking in a soft, flirtatious tone: "Who am I? I am here to serve you..." As she spoke, she lightly licked her lips with her tongue, her small mouth slightly parted, and beads of sweat appeared on her nose.

Cheng Chuqiu exerted all his strength, only wanting to impress the alluring woman before him. In this fervor, he lost track of time, until he was utterly exhausted. Both tired and drunk, he could not help but fall into a deep sleep. In his dreams, it seemed that Yao Ji climbed onto him again, kissing him wildly from head to toe. Then, with her soft body, she continuously rubbed against him, whispering in his ear: "Good brother... I want more... Good brother... I want more..." In his dreams, it seemed that Yao Ji climbed onto him again, kissing him wildly from head to toe. Then, with her soft body, she continuously rubbed against him, whispering in his ear: "Good brother... I want more... Good brother... I want more..."

The young man said, "Elder brother, where is the third brother?" Yan Chengyu replied, "He..." Suddenly, a loud voice came from outside, saying, "I have arrived!" A figure dashed in, swiftly maneuvering around the crowd, and reached Yan Chengyu's side. The onlookers, witnessing his remarkable skills, secretly applauded.

The coachman had not yet reacted when suddenly there was a sound of "yi ya," and two doors swung open inward. Two young girls emerged, one carrying a basin and the other holding a towel. The man and the coachman quickly stepped aside, and then a woman, about twenty-three or twenty-four years old, gracefully walked up to the man, half pouting and half angrily saying: "Isn't this good enough for me?"

The man thought to himself: "Just because you don't like to drink, it doesn't mean the guests don't enjoy it, right?" However, he said aloud: "Yes, yes..." and led Yao Ji downstairs. Downstairs, Mother was both greeting the guests and waiting for her. When she finally saw her come down, her face lit up with a smile.

Yao Ji thought to herself: "Details?" Following the two men through the door, she felt increasingly uneasy and hurriedly asked, "Young Master Yan, what details? You two big men, why are you only addressing me, a young lady, as such..." Suddenly, she stopped in her tracks.

Yao Ji blinked and said: "If you do this, won't it disrupt his cultivation? He might even blame you!" The man with the surname Yan shook his head and replied: "That is a misunderstanding! We have been brothers for many years, and I understand his temperament. He does not dare, rather than does not want to. Today, I am arranging a beauty for him to celebrate his achievements; in the future, he will only be filled with gratitude and tears, thanking me for my thoughtful intentions. He might even regret marrying too early! Hahaha..."

The man with the surname Yan said: "Do you know Miss Yao?" Miss Yao replied: "I have not heard of any heroes from the Two Lakes, but I am indeed familiar with the name Cheng Chuqiu."

Chai Yunlong said: "Since you began practicing the Seven Scatter Hands, you have neglected the skills of the Cloud Sky Palm. The essence of these two techniques is quite contradictory; your abilities are not yet sufficient, and practicing both may actually be detrimental. Now, with your new skills not fully developed and your old martial arts not properly mastered, how do you find the experience?"

Mother gently comforted, "Oh my dear aunt, would I ever harm you? This young man, hee hee... I assure you, you will like him. If I grow old, even if it means walking with a lantern in the middle of the night, I will still go to see him!"

The man pulled the coachman aside and said in a low voice, "You should urge her a bit, you represent the master who pays the money, speak a little louder."

Yao Ji saw him lying motionless on the bed and thought to herself that he was indeed quite drunk. She then crawled back into the bed curtains, took off her shoes and socks, and quietly climbed onto the bed. Supporting herself on either side of Cheng Chu Qiu's body, she tried to bring her face closer to his and softly said: "Cheng Daxia, have you seen clearly? I am Yao Ji."

Chai Yunlong had a cup of wine poured and handed it over, then said: "First of all, I would like to thank so many friends for taking the time out of your busy schedules to come and celebrate with Chu Qiu. Chu Qiu is a disciple of my Yunxiao Sect, and what he has accomplished is for the benefit of our sect. Your respect for him is also a respect for me, Chai. I am getting older, and my tolerance for alcohol is not what it used to be. I will first raise a glass here, and I apologize for any lack of hospitality; I hope for your understanding." Saying this, he raised his glass and bowed to everyone around him, then tilted his head back and drank it all. Most of the people present were younger than him, considered his juniors, and did not dare to accept such a grand gesture, quickly pouring wine and toasting in return.

At that moment, a young man dressed as a coachman arrived at the door and asked, "Is it not ready yet?" The man who was already standing by the door replied, "Almost, almost. Once Miss Yao has applied her makeup, she will be able to receive guests." Noticing that the coachman was holding something in both hands, he asked in return, "What is that?"

Cheng Chuqiu smiled and said, "Elder brother, don't rush, sit down and continue drinking, continue drinking..." As she swayed, she nearly fell. Ji Liangping came over from the other side and said, "Second brother is drunk, let me help him." Without caring whether he was willing or not, they supported him on both sides and walked towards the door.

Cheng Chuqiu is more reserved than Yan Chengyu, more passionate than Xiao Wen, and more mature and steady than Ji Liangping. Coupled with his martial arts skills, he is among the top talents of the younger generation. Therefore, although Yunxiao Mountain is located in a corner of Hunan, thanks to the efforts of Chai Yunlong and Cheng Chuqiu across two generations, the Yunxiao Sect's reputation rivals that of the Hengshan Sect, which has been established for nearly two hundred years.

The current situation is extremely unfavorable for him, and Cheng Chuqiu is aware of this. However, amidst his anxiety and confusion, he has not yet considered matters that are more long-term. Even Yan Xiao and the others understand that Ji Liangping's analysis is reasonable; the situation is likely to develop as he has described. If even the three brothers first have doubts about Cheng Chuqiu's statements, it is even less likely that others would not.

Ji Liangping was the first to propose: "Alright, let's not say too much. The most important thing is to quickly handle the scene; the rest can be discussed slowly later." Xiao Wen disagreed, saying: "That won't do..."

At this moment, the hall erupted into a second round of thunderous applause, the sound resonating as if it could lift the roof off. Someone then shouted: "With kinship upon kinship, joy upon joy! With kinship upon kinship, joy upon joy!" After shouting it a few times, everyone joined in, their faces beaming with joy, filled with excitement and fervor, as if they were part of the event themselves

Seeing his remarkable capacity for alcohol, everyone praised him endlessly, saying: "Regardless of one's martial arts skills, it matters little; however, a person with a good capacity for alcohol must also possess a broad mind and a lofty spirit." These words struck a chord with Cheng Chuqiu, and before he knew it, he had consumed two more jars.

Cheng Chuqiu checked Chai Yunlong's pulse and found that he had indeed been dead for quite some time. Suddenly, he recalled that in a half-dreaming state last night, at a critical moment, it seemed that someone had knocked on the door. In the midst of the confusion, he felt as if he had exchanged a palm strike with that person. Looking back now, that person's palm strength was profound; could it have been his master?

Ji Liangping suddenly said: "We will first hide the bodies of these two under the bed. When it is night and no one is around, we will secretly transport them out and find a remote valley to dispose of them. As long as we four do not speak, no one will know."

Xiao Wendaowas taken aback and muttered, "What’s going on..." He caught a glimpse of Yan Ji and the others in front of him, their expressions drastically changed, staring blankly at something before them as if they had encountered something unbelievable. Xiao Wen was startled, took a few steps forward, and followed their gaze, only to discover that Chai Yunlong was lying motionless on the ground, blood splattered everywhere. From the looks of it, he was likely already dead.

Most people, upon seeing the first two disciples that Chai Yunlong took in, would never imagine that his third disciple, Cheng Chuqiu, would possess such outstanding looks. Although his appearance does not exude the bold and carefree charm of Yan Chengyu, nor the gentle and refined demeanor of Xiao Wen, and certainly lacks the youthful innocence of Ji Liangping, he embodies a type that is both delicate and handsome. Yet, he is a young man who combines the strengths of all three, radiating an enchanting charisma.

Cheng Chuqiu said: "Who? Who is it?" As the bed curtain was lifted, a woman's face appeared, and she sweetly said: "This humble girl, Yao Ji, wishes to meet the great hero Cheng." Cheng Chuqiu, still in a daze, replied: "Yao... Yao Ji? Who is Yao Ji?"

Yao Ji, born in a brothel, had encountered countless people. However, those she interacted with daily were either wealthy and arrogant young masters, oblivious to the world, or shameless and self-important corrupt merchants and officials. Talents like the ones before her were rare, only appearing a few times a year, and she couldn't help but smile brightly, her heart filled with joy. With a gentle bow, she sang, "May the two young masters be blessed!" and cast aside the unpleasantness from earlier in the carriage.

Yao Ji smiled and said, "That old hero Chai's daughter must be quite ugly." The man with the surname Yan reined in his smile and replied seriously, "No, no, no, Miss Chai is both talented and beautiful. They have been in love for a long time; they are a perfect match. What I meant was that in the past, our brothers shared both good fortune and hardship, and indulged together. However, this brother of mine is quite pure-hearted and does not wish to let down his fiancée, Miss Chai." After saying this, he couldn't help but smile again.

Yan Chengyu said: "Don't rush, don't rush, they're here, they're here..." He pushed through the crowd and squeezed forward. Indeed, he saw an old man with a white beard and a young man, both beaming with smiles, standing hand in hand in the center of the hall. Who else could it be but Chai Yunlong and Cheng Chuqiu? He hurriedly exclaimed: "Brother, I'm here!"

Then Yao Ji clung to him like a puddle of mud, seven parts acting coy and three parts impatiently asking: "Mother, who on earth is this gentleman? Is he lame or paralyzed? Do you want me to meet him?"

Seeing the high spirits of the crowd, Chai Yunlong seized the opportunity and cheerfully drank his third cup of wine. Cheng Chuqiu, filled with excitement, suddenly thought to kneel and bow, saying: "Thank you, Master, thank you, Master!" The crowd erupted in cheers: "Call him Father-in-law! Call him Father-in-law!" Upon hearing this, Cheng Chuqiu immediately changed his words, readily complying, and said: "Thank you, Father-in-law!"

Chai Yundong said sternly: "What I fear the most are friends like you who call him brother, always drinking and fooling around, spending the whole day joking without a serious matter in sight. Tell me, has the issue you caused at Hengshan Sect last time been resolved?"

Suddenly, Cheng Chuqiu seemed to hear a knocking sound outside the bed curtain, followed by someone calling his name. The voice sounded quite familiar to him, and he moved his body, wanting to leap up from the bed. However, Chai Wenjun pressed her body down, moaning, "It's... it's a critical moment... don't... don't pay attention to him..." Upon hearing her say this, Cheng Chuqiu felt an inexplicable excitement and reached his hands towards her hips. Chai Wenjun seemed to sense the change in his body and let out a soft "ah," collapsing onto him.

Cheng Chuqiu secretly rejoiced that he had not recklessly left without a thought. He found his coat on the other side, putting it on while walking towards the corner of the room. He needed to ascertain who this person was and how much they knew about the matters in this house. His future was looking bright, and he had to be cautious with every step he took to avoid any setbacks.

However, first of all, he was truly intoxicated, and secondly, upon hearing Yao Ji's enchanting and soul-stirring voice, anyone would feel their bones weaken instantly, leaving no remaining strength. Just with this moment of hesitation, Yao Ji had already leaned close to his ear and softly said: "Hero, people say your martial arts are formidable, capable of taking on a hundred opponents. I wonder if I have the honor to witness this... divine... skill of taking on a hundred?" As she spoke, her nose brushed against his ear, and her breath whispered into his ear. She continued softly: "Hero, people say your martial arts are formidable, capable of taking on a hundred opponents. I wonder if I have the honor to witness this... divine... skill of taking on a hundred?" As she spoke, her nose brushed against his ear, and her breath whispered into his ear.

Cheng Chuqiu found himself unable to resist and simply said, "Wait... wait... I need to go to the restroom..." Yan Chengyu laughed and said, "You should have said so earlier!" He then took a detour to let him go to the restroom, and afterward, they continued to support him on either side as they walked away.

As Chai Yunlong stated, Cheng Chuqiu achieved success at a young age, being only around twenty-three or twenty-four years old. Not only has he accomplished great feats and gained recognition, but he is also about to become the leader of a sect, fulfilling the lifelong aspirations of many. If he feels a bit proud and self-satisfied because of this, it is only to be expected

The two men returned the greeting. Yao Ji then asked, "May I inquire about your esteemed surnames and how you are addressed?" The robust man replied, "My surname is Yan. This is my brother, his surname is Xiao, and his name is Wen Zi Pei Wu, from Dingyuan. Miss, do not be deceived by his gentle and refined appearance, which may seem delicate; in fact, he wields a remarkable sword and is quite renowned in the martial world, known as..."

Yao Ji was initially taken aback, then she chuckled and said, "You are so wicked, what is this trick called?" Cheng Chu Qiu had not completely lost his composure; he steadied himself and asked, "Who exactly are you?"

A shadow moved outside the bed curtain, and as the curtain was lifted, a head poked in. The room was lit by a pair of candles, but there were none on the bed. Cheng Chuqiu was startled, as the backlight obscured the intruder's identity. She quickly pushed aside Chai Wenjun and hurriedly pulled down the bed curtain.

Although there are regrets regarding this matter, when the tree falls, the monkeys scatter. The group from Zhu Guangshan can be considered disbanded, and these few figures should no longer exist in the martial world. For the friends who have worked together and for the martial artists who have suffered from the harm caused by the demons of Zhu Guangshan over the years, this can be regarded as a resolution.

As soon as the two entered the hall, they immediately heard someone call out: "Yan Chengyu and Ji Liangping are here!" The one with the surname Yan chirped, "What does my brother want?" Someone then said, "Master Chai is about to announce an important message; your brother Cheng Chuqiu said he would wait for you to return!" "Come in quickly! It would be quite embarrassing to keep the elder waiting, wouldn't it?"

As night deepened, the largest restaurant and brothel in Yichun County, Jiangxi, was illuminated by bright lights. A man stood in front of the door of a room in the east wing, gently knocking on the door. Although there was a hint of impatience on his face, he still did not dare to knock too forcefully.

Yao Ji, having experienced countless battles, is well-versed in the art of seduction. She knows how to tantalize a man’s appetite beforehand and how to continuously stimulate his sensory pleasures in the process. Cheng Chuqiu, though handsome in appearance, is, as Yan Chengyu said, a man who intends to remain chaste for his beloved. How could he possibly withstand Yao Ji's enchanting advances? He thought to himself, since they have already begun, he might as well go all the way, leaning his upper body over Yao Ji and letting his hands roam freely over her body.

On the side, Ji Liangping listened and thought to himself that Yan Chengyu must be looking quite embarrassed, so he said: "Old Hero Chai, we brothers all know about it." Chai Yunlong replied: "You are the youngest and also the smartest; you should learn more from your third brother and try to rein in your elder brothers!"

At that moment, more than half of the guests in the hall had returned to the courtyard, continuing to drink and make merry, engaging in drinking games and guessing games, with people moving about everywhere. He suddenly stood up, and not many people paid attention. Yan Chengyu saw that the time was ripe, stepped forward to assist, and said: "Where are you going? Let me help you, brother"

The coachman first assisted Yao Ji onto the carriage, and then helped the workers load more than a dozen jars of Baiyuquan wine onto the vehicle before driving away. Yao Ji poked her head out from the curtain of the carriage and exclaimed in a playful huff: "Wasn't it said that we would be taking a sedan chair? How did it turn into a carriage?"

Mother smiled broadly and said, "Then it will be troublesome."

He paused here, looked up at the sky, shook his head and sighed, as if reminiscing about the wonderful times he and his brothers had shared. Then, with a shift in his tone, he squinted his eyes and continued with a smile: "So today I have a suggestion, to help him find a beautiful woman to celebrate with, so that in the future he won't be regretting it when his wife pulls at him, saying he should have thought twice, hahaha..."

Xiao Wen walked to a door, pushed it open with both hands, stepped aside, and said: "You are drunk and speaking indiscriminately. Hurry inside, don't let your father-in-law hear your nonsense"

However, all the hard work in this endeavor has been shared by everyone, yet now all the fame rests solely on him. Alas, Mr. Chai is extremely anxious; a young person achieving success is a great misfortune. In the future, he hopes that all friends will provide him with guidance. If he dares to take credit and become complacent, I swear I will personally knock him down from his lofty heights with a single punch. As he continued speaking, his tone became severe, already reprimanding his disciple in front of everyone. The young man standing beside him looked embarrassed, breaking out in a cold sweat.

Yao Ji felt both soft and ticklish, her delicate neck shrinking slightly as she let out two soft gasps, no longer able to feign resistance. Cheng Chu Qiu was completely intoxicated, beginning to kiss her passionately, leaving no part untouched—be it her neck, earlobes, cheeks, nose, or lips.

Mother accompanied me to the edge of the vehicle and said, "As soon as dawn breaks, I will send someone to pick you up." The coachman quickly replied, "At dawn tomorrow, I will bring Miss Yao back."

Chai Yundong said: "So you are the elder brother, you must set a good example. After you wake up from the alcohol tomorrow, think carefully about what you have trained your martial arts for. Going astray, going astray, the key point is the word 'mistake'. It is precisely because those who go astray often do not realize it themselves that it is called 'mistake'. If one initially sets out with the intention to kill and rob, then it cannot be called going astray. Do you understand?" It is precisely because those who go astray often do not realize it themselves that it is called 'mistake'. If one initially sets out with the intention to kill and rob, then it cannot be called going astray. Do you understand?

Amidst the chatter and laughter, Chai Yunlong said: "Alright, since everyone is here, in front of all the heroes of the world, I would like to solemnly announce a few matters." At this point, he paused, glanced around, and the scene gradually quieted down.

Cheng Chuqiu released Ji Liangping and murmured, "So what should we do now?" Ji Liangping replied, "Elder brother, third brother, in my humble opinion, we should first conceal this matter. As I just mentioned, we need to make the two bodies disappear. If they are never discovered, we can consider them missing. In these times, strange occurrences are particularly common; who would suspect second brother? If the bodies are found, second brother will naturally take on the task of investigating the murderer. However, he can still maintain his position as the leader, marry his wife, and preserve his reputation. Isn't that perfect?"

The man surnamed Yan said with great pride: "Hehe, young lady, you may not know, but my brother Cheng is quite impressive. Not only is he young, but he has already received the true teachings of Master Chai. Moreover, he surpasses his mentor, and it is likely that he will soon take over as the leader, becoming the youngest sect leader in the current martial arts world. Furthermore, it is possible that the old hero Chai will marry his daughter to him, bringing him double happiness, haha..."

Ji Liangping said: "What difference does it make? A prostitute died on Er Ge's bed, while his future father-in-law died at the foot of the bed, and they both spent the entire night in the same room. If we say that Er Ge has nothing to do with this matter, then perhaps only the three of us brothers would believe it in this world."

The cheers of congratulations at the scene were incessant. Chai Yundong, filled with joy, continued: "Ladies and gentlemen, I have another piece of good news to announce, which is that I have decided to betroth my only daughter to the new leader of the Yunxiao Sect. These two young people have been in love for a long time, and I believe this is the best gift I, as an old man, can give them"

After an unknown amount of time, Cheng Chuqiu finally began to feel somewhat intoxicated. Coupled with a pressing need, he stood up unsteadily and said, "Please wait a moment, my friends; I will be right back."

Cai Bin's eyes lit up, but he was also taken aback. He quickly knelt down and kowtowed, saying: "Master, please forgive me, your disciple... your disciple..." Chai Yunlong said: "Hmm, you disregarded my prohibition and insisted on learning the Seven Scatter Hands. That is because you saw me only teaching Chu Qiu and felt discontent, wanting to secretly prove it to me, isn't it?" Cai Bin continued to kowtow, offering no rebuttal.

Cheng Chuqiu found it strange that although Wen Jun often had moments alone with him, no matter how he tried to persuade her, she always refused to allow him any inappropriate behavior. Even when he had the chance to hold her hand or wrap his arms around her waist, she would gently pull away after a short while. She was so reserved, so well-behaved; why had she suddenly appeared before him in the nude? And sitting on him? She was so reserved, so well-behaved; why had she suddenly appeared before him in the nude? And sitting on him?

Just as he was slipping his feet into the boots while searching for his coat, he suddenly noticed another pair of men's boots in the corner, turned upside down on the ground. Due to the angle of his view, he could only see the soles, while the rest was obscured by the legs of the table and chairs, giving the impression that someone was lying there.

The person outside the bed angrily shouted, "You..." and was about to lift the bed curtain again. Cheng Chuqiu, fearing that Chai Wenjun's reputation would be tarnished, had no time to think carefully and struck out with a palm. The person, startled, also countered with a palm. The two palms met, and surprisingly, they were evenly matched. With a loud "bang," Cheng Chuqiu fell back onto the bed and lost consciousness.

It seems that his master is quite competent, skillfully initiating conversations to ease the atmosphere at the right moments. At that moment, many people loudly echoed in agreement, their voices filled with congratulations and well-wishes, once again filling the entire hall. Lei Songde had barrels of fine wine brought up, and everyone set aside their wine glasses, opting instead for large bowls. In an instant, cups and bowls were exchanged, and the table was drenched in wine.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

Cheng Chuqiu clutched his head with both hands and shook it vigorously, saying, "I... I don't know either. When I woke up this morning... my master... he was just lying there... Sigh, I really drank too much yesterday..." He looked extremely frustrated. The three of them exchanged glances, their faces filled with expressions of confusion, all thinking that with his martial arts skills, it was impossible for him to be completely unaware of a dead body in the room.

Cheng Chuqiu immediately recognized that the woman was not Chai Wenjun, but rather the one he remembered as Yao Ji. Chai Wenjun was merely an illusion born from his daily thoughts and nightly dreams

He is the master of this place and a venerable figure in the martial arts world, long renowned for his reputation. When he speaks, his words carry a different weight. He is already aware that Chai Yunlong intends to pass the position of sect leader to a younger individual. After years of hard work, at this moment, he naturally has many thoughts and grievances to express. However, tonight is ultimately a joyous celebration, and while heartfelt words may contribute to the ensuing revelry, overly excessive remarks could lead to some wanting to slip away.

Xiao Wenda: "No, if you do this, won't it mean admitting that these two lives were taken by Second Brother?" Cheng Chuqiu quickly replied: "It really wasn't me!"

Yan Chengyu said: "Pei Wu, where have you been? Everyone is waiting for you!" He gestured to him with his eyes. Xiao Wen understood and changed the subject.

Upon witnessing this, everyone in the hall could not help but hold their breath, watching Chai Yunlong to see how he would deal with the unruly disciple. After shaking his head for a while, he slowly said: "It is too late, too late. Two years have passed, and it is already too late to say anything. The only course of action now is to immediately abandon the practice of the Seven Scatter Hands and to take up the Cloud Sky Palm once again"

Cheng Chuqiu became increasingly intoxicated, completely unable to discern what his two brothers were actually planning. Noticing that the direction was wrong, he asked, "Where are you taking me?" Xiao Wen, leading the way in front, turned back and said, "You've had too much to drink! We're taking you to rest."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was momentarily taken aback, followed by a resounding applause. Cheng Chuqiu, who had originally been confident in inheriting his master's legacy, did not expect it to happen so soon, and his surprise was evident. Yan Chengyu, even more delighted, said to Xiao Ji and the others: "See, I wasn't wrong, was I?"

Cheng Chuqiu was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, wanting to say: "Brother, I truly did not kill her." However, that Yao Ji had clearly been engaged in a fierce battle with him just a few hours ago, and suddenly died; it was impossible to ascertain whether, in a moment of passion, he had accidentally killed her. Moreover, the dream from last night, in which he had clashed palms with someone, felt so real. If that person was indeed his master, then perhaps that strike had also injured him.

Chai Yundong shook his head dismissively and said, "Hmm, Xiao Wen, you are the most composed and clear-headed among your brothers. However, I heard that you also caused a ruckus at Hengshan Sect, which truly disappoints me." Xiao Wen replied with a bitter smile, "If all my brothers are going, how can I not go?"

The coachman said: "I still have to transport the wine, please do not blame me, young lady... The distance is not far, so I kindly ask for your patience..." With a flick of the whip in his hand, he shouted, and the horse suddenly quickened its pace. The carriage swayed, causing Yao Ji to fall back into her seat, letting out a cry of "Oh!" The coachman was startled, but could only pretend not to notice, as the horse continued to gallop straight towards the west of the city.

Xiao Wen revealed a hint of embarrassment and said, "Just now, Old Hero Chai just scolded us, telling us to be less reckless. Has Big Brother forgotten?" Yan Chengyu replied, "How could I dare to forget? He told me to think carefully about what I should do in the future after I wake up from drinking tomorrow. Since it pertains to tomorrow's matters, it doesn't mean he opposes us having a little fun today, especially since it is harmless."

The atmosphere at the scene was tense, and all that could be heard was Chai Yunlong letting out a sigh and waving his hand, saying: "Both of you, get up! As long as you can truly awaken and sincerely help Chu Qiu manage the Yunxiao Sect well starting tomorrow, you will both still be my good disciples!"

Recalling this Yao Ji, she unexpectedly climbed into bed last night, actively engaging in intimate moments several times. Cheng Chuqiu could not help but reveal a satisfied smile. However, it was still early; if this Yao Ji's enthusiasm did not wane, there might still be an opportunity for some tender moments.

The two hurriedly walked a dozen steps away, and Ji Liangping said, "Elder brother, aren't we waiting for Third Brother?" The man with the surname Yan replied, "Rest assured, his courage is even smaller than your second brother's..." Ji Liangping laughed out loud and said, "I wasn't referring to that."

At this point, the minds of the two were filled only with the words "desire." As for Yao Ji, who made a living this way, it remains unclear whether it was due to financial reasons or the atmosphere that led her to such abandon. However, Cheng Chuqiu was purely driven by the awakening of primal instincts, much like the spring thunder igniting the earth's fire, spiraling out of control. Customs, moral teachings, and genuine love had all been completely cast aside.

Cheng Chuqiu cautiously approached the corner of the wall and peered around. Little did he know that not looking would have been better; upon seeing, he was taken aback in shock. There lay an old man, sprawled on the ground, with the back of his head having struck the corner of the wall. Not only was there a pool of blood on the ground beside the wall, but his white beard was also stained with bright red blood. As he saw the old man with unclosed eyes, wide-open gaze, and bared teeth, a terrifying expression that made one shudder, he realized it was none other than his own master, Chai Yunlong. Cheng Chuqiu rushed forward, exclaiming in a trembling voice: "Master... Master?"

The speaker is none other than Lei Songde, the owner of this estate. He has had a friendship with Chai Yunlong for several decades, and today he has specially lent his residence for a celebration in honor of those who participated in the encirclement of the various heroes of Guangshan, along with the disciples of the Yunxiao Sect.

Yao Ji wore a smile that was both alluring and ambiguous, her charming eyes glimmering as she slowly approached the man with the surname Yan. Leaning close to his ear, she whispered softly, "Rest assured, Master Yan, I will make him regret it..." As she spoke, she blew gently into his ear. The man with the surname Yan laughed heartily, pushing her forward, and said, "Don't waste your efforts on me; save your energy to properly serve my brother Cheng!"

As Yao Ji was pushed by him, her body swayed and she was about to fall. Fortunately, Xiao Wen, with keen eyes and quick hands, rushed forward in a swift step to support her

Cheng Chuqiu stepped forward and grabbed Ji Liangping's collar, angrily saying: "So do you believe me or not?" Ji Liangping, with red eyes, choked out: "Second Brother! Of course I believe in my Second Brother, but others won't believe it. The madam of the brothel will report to the authorities, and your two senior brothers will seize the opportunity to throw you into the dungeon first. Once the matter is investigated, if it can be resolved quickly, that would be great; but if it drags on indefinitely, Second Brother will have to live as a suspect for the rest of his life. Not only will there be no hope of taking over the Yunxiao Sect, but the engagement with Miss Chai will also fall through, and your reputation will be ruined, with people pointing fingers at you wherever you go. Moreover, as long as you can act freely, that's fine; but if you are locked away for a lifetime, then there will be no hope at all.

Everyone spoke in support of Cheng Chuqiu. Upon hearing the unanimous praise, Yan Chengyu, determined to stand by his brother, said: "Indeed, indeed. Old hero Chai, please rest assured. My brother Cheng has always prioritized righteousness and is fearless in his actions. He values loyalty to his brothers and is trustworthy with his friends. As long as he maintains his principles in significant matters, a little pride and self-satisfaction now and then is not a serious flaw"

At that moment, when Chai Yunlong was about to drink the second cup, Cheng Chuqiu said, "This cup should be drunk by the disciple." The crowd cheered, all agreeing, "It should be so." Chai Yunlong, not wanting to go against the will of the people, allowed Cheng Chuqiu to toast everyone.

Yao Ji said: "Why are you so happy when your brother is celebrating?" The man with the surname Yan replied: "Isn't it so? My brother is happy, and I am happy too; no, I am even happier... Today is a great day to celebrate his solo victory over the bandits of Zhu Guang Mountain and the Poison Dragon Stronghold. As his older brother, I think about how he is about to take over the Yunxiao Sect. Once he becomes the leader of the sect, he won't be able to enjoy carefree days with his brothers anymore... Especially since he is about to marry and have children, the constraints in the future will only increase... Today is a great day to celebrate his solo victory over the bandits of Zhu Guang Mountain and the Poison Dragon Stronghold. As his older brother, I think about how he is about to take over the Yunxiao Sect. Once he becomes the leader of the sect, he won't be able to enjoy carefree days with his brothers anymore... Especially since he is about to marry and have children, the constraints in the future will only increase...

Chai Yunlong said, "You two, stand up." Lu Cai and the other person hesitated slightly before slowly rising. Chai Yunlong continued, "Kunshan, especially you, you have followed me since you were young. I have no son, and for these decades, I have treated you like my own son. Do you not understand my temperament? Your talents are limited, and many things cannot be forced. Moreover, if I were to pass the position of sect leader to you, would your two junior brothers accept it? I have no son, and for these decades, I have treated you like my own son. Do you not understand my temperament? Your talents are limited, and many things cannot be forced. Moreover, if I were to pass the position of sect leader to you, would your two junior brothers accept it? You would incite the disciples to create a disturbance; would your junior brothers not do the same?" Lu Kunshan was greatly shocked and knelt down again, trembling as he said, "Disciple did not mean that."

Cheng Chuqiu felt as if the world was spinning, his heart racing and his spirit soaring. He turned his head, wanting to kiss Yao Ji on the face. Yao Ji giggled and moved aside, giving him a gentle push on his chest, playfully scolding, "How annoying... we haven't even had our drinks yet?" Cheng Chuqiu was about to reply, "What time is it? Why are we still drinking?" Yao Ji, who initially intended to get off him and leave the bed, suddenly lost her balance and fell onto him instead, letting out a surprised cry, saying, "We haven't even had our drinks yet, how could I be drunk?"

At that moment, an old man with a white beard appeared behind Chai Yunlong and said, "Alright, alright, today the Yunxiao Sect is not only blessed with double happiness, but also triple and quadruple happiness... Chai brother, what in this world could be more comforting to an old heart than seeing the younger generation united in harmony?"

Chai Yundong cleared his throat and continued: "Dear friends, esteemed heroes, I apologize for interrupting your enjoyment of drinking. I will try to be brief." At this point, someone in the audience chuckled softly, and the atmosphere immediately became much more relaxed.

Ji Liangping saw that two of his three brothers had no objections, so he decided to proceed. He first wrapped Yao Ji in a bedsheet, then carried her down from the bed. After that, he pulled down the cotton quilt, preparing to wrap Chai Yunlong, when suddenly voices were heard outside the door, as several people walked past in the corridor

Chai Yunlong said, "Kunshan, Abin, step forward!" Everyone knew he was calling for his other two disciples, both of whom were senior brothers to Cheng Chuqiu, and thus they all quieted down.

At that moment, a person came running from the front, shouting: "Elder brother, Third brother, why are you so slow..." The one with the surname Yan said: "Miss Yao, let me introduce you. This is the youngest among our sworn brothers, his surname is Ji and his name is Liangping..."

The man with the surname Yan was taken aback and hurriedly stepped forward to ask, "Miss Yao, are you alright? Oh dear, I truly apologize. I often unconsciously exert too much strength... how terrible, how terrible..." Yao Ji steadied herself, covering her chest, and said, "It's nothing serious; it was my own carelessness..."

All that could be heard was Chai Wenjun saying: "Good brother... enough... enough... I want you... I want you right now..." Upon hearing this, Cheng Chuqiu felt as if his soul had left his body. He saw her wrapping her arms around his neck, continuously pressing her soft bosom against his face. Cheng Chuqiu gently opened his mouth to take a bite, and Chai Wenjun let out a fatal gasp.

This woman is named Yao Ji, and she is the most famous courtesan in the largest brothel in Yichun County. On ordinary days, unless one is a high-ranking official or nobleman, and offers a substantial amount of silver, it is difficult to even catch a glimpse of her. However, today she is unusually going out to meet a client, indicating that the visitor is of considerable significance

The coachman hurriedly handed over the wine flask and said, "Please, Miss Yao, have a taste." Yao Ji turned her head and asked, "What kind of wine is it?" Upon seeing her beauty, the coachman was momentarily stunned, at a loss for words. Noticing his daze, Yao Ji scolded, "What are you staring at me for?"

In a state of confusion, Cheng Chuqiu felt that she was no longer the charming Yao Ji, but rather the only beloved daughter of her master, Chai Wenjun, with whom she had been in love for many years

Before I had the chance to make up my mind, the sound of boots echoed outside, and several people quickly approached. Cheng Chuqiu felt a sudden rush of panic; she darted to the window, intending to escape through it, but suddenly thought to herself: "What am I doing? The innocent will clear themselves. If I run away, won't I be jumping into the Yellow River, unable to wash away my guilt?" After a brief hesitation, the visitors had already pushed the door open.

Yan Chengyu was greatly embarrassed and anxiously said, "They are being too overbearing..." Chai Yunlong replied, "Look, you still don't know where you went wrong. Why don't you just tell me, what significant achievement have you accomplished in the past? What do you plan to do in the future?"

Chai Yunlong said: "That's not right. If you know it's inappropriate, you should speak up to stop it. Do you think that if your elder brother commits murder and arson, you should follow him to show loyalty?" Yan Chengyu, feeling dissatisfied, replied: "Hero Chai, how could I, Yan Chengyu, ever commit murder and arson?"

Cheng Chuqiu spoke, "Liangping, elder brother, you have come..." She stepped forward, pulling Xiao Wen, who still had one foot outside the threshold, inside, and quickly closed the door behind them.

Cheng Chuqiu was furious and was about to slap her. However, he saw Yao Ji lightly lick her cherry-like lips with her tongue, one hand squeezing her soft bosom, kneading and rubbing it in an extremely provocative manner. With the other hand, she tightly grasped his arm, digging her nails into his flesh, squinting her eyes, and amidst her gasps, she coyly said: "Good brother... please spare me... quickly... quickly... don't torment me anymore... hurry up..."

The man appeared flustered, completely ignoring what the person surnamed Yan was saying, and continued, "Quickly settle the young lady, Old Hero Chai has important matters to announce, let’s hurry, we must not miss it." The person surnamed Yan replied, "Really? Oh dear, we must go quickly then." After taking a few steps, he turned back and said, "Pei Wu, your lightness of step is good, you help Miss Yao into the room first, and catch up later, don’t miss it." Xiao Wen hurriedly said, "Hey..." The person surnamed Yan said, "Don’t make excuses, Liang Ping and I will go ahead first." Before finishing his sentence, he turned back and said, "Pei Wu, your lightness of step is good, you help Miss Yao into the room first, and catch up later, don’t miss it." Xiao Wen hurriedly said, "Hey..." The person surnamed Yan said, "Don’t make excuses, Liang Ping and I will go ahead first." Before he could finish, he pulled Ji Liang Ping and left.

Upon hearing this, everyone in the hall understood that Chai Yunlong had regarded these sworn brothers of Cheng Chuqiu as his own disciples, which was why he was so stern. They all stepped forward to mediate between the two parties and ease the atmosphere. Yan Chengyu and the others naturally recognized that Chai Yunlong was concerned for their well-being, so they humbly accepted his guidance

As she spoke these words, she deliberately affected a delicate demeanor, employing all her skills. Cheng Chuqiu suddenly saw a finely detailed and beautiful face appear before him, followed by a wave of fragrance wafting towards him. He instinctively felt it was merely a hallucination brought on by the effects of alcohol, so he blinked vigorously and shook his head. Yao Jigege laughed and said, "Hero, what are you doing?"

Cheng Chuqiu gently called out, "Miss Yao, Miss Yao..." while lightly patting her cheek and twisting her body around. Yao Ji turned her face over, yet still showed no signs of waking. Suddenly, a line of blood appeared at the corner of her lips. Cheng Chuqiu felt a sense of curiosity; upon touching the bite mark on his shoulder, he found that the blood had already coagulated. Why was there still blood oozing from Yao Ji's lips?

In a state of confusion, one could only hear Yan Chengyu laughing and saying, "What are you doing? All the good things in the world are monopolized by you, kid! Haha, it really drives me crazy!" Ji Liangping then said, "The great task is accomplished, let's hurry, let's hurry!" Following that, footsteps were heard, the door was shut, and the room fell into complete silence.

Cheng Chuqiu shouted, "Why are you leaving me all alone?" His voice was loud, yet no one answered. He struggled to sit up, when suddenly a delicate hand reached through the bed curtain, hooking his right arm and helping him to sit up.

Cheng Chuqiu seized the opportunity, wrapping his arms around Yao Ji tightly. Then, with a swift motion, he flipped over, springing up from the bed and inadvertently pinning Yao Ji beneath him.

Yao Jiji gasped repeatedly, exclaiming, "It's so hot... so hot..." She began to pull at her clothing. Cheng Chuqiu, realizing the moment had come, actively helped her loosen her belt. Although a bit flustered, he quickly stripped Yao Ji completely bare. Looking at her skin, as white and translucent as snow, Cheng Chuqiu's hands moved without hesitation towards her full, rounded breasts.

Fortune arrived unexpectedly and departed mysteriously, leaving Cheng Chuqiu wide awake, his hangover fully kicking in. He instinctively felt that it was not wise to linger here, so he hurriedly picked up his clothes from the bed and quickly put them on one by one. However, after searching, he could not find his outer garment. Thinking it might have fallen under the bed, he lifted the bed curtain, intending to put on his boots first.

Early the next morning, Cheng Chuqiu suddenly woke up. His first thought was: "Where is Wenjun?" He hurriedly got up and looked around. He saw a woman in bed, her lower body wrapped in a thin blanket, her upper body exposed, facing away from him. A cascade of glossy black hair lay scattered on the pillow, and the air seemed to carry a faint fragrance of her hair. Her back, resembling white jade, reflected a soft glow in the dim morning light, making one unable to resist the urge to gently touch her.

However, after this collision, Cheng Chuqiu did not feel much pain; she simply lay flat on the bed, staring blankly at the ceiling, murmuring: "Yao Ji? Yao Ji? I really do not know her..."

Cheng Chuqiu, having tasted the marrow and savored the flavor, suddenly became bold enough to act recklessly. He reached out to grasp Yao Ji's shoulder, and Yao Ji's body naturally turned over, shifting from a side-lying position to lying on her back.

The four individuals unknowingly paused their actions, holding their breath and concentrating, quietly waiting for the passersby outside the door. They could only hear the distant conversation of those few people as they moved away. It was only then that the four inside the room let out a sigh of relief. Just as each of them was about to resume their unfinished actions, suddenly, with a loud "bang," the door was flung open, and two people barged in.

Yan Ji and the other person carried him into the room, walked directly to the bedside, exchanged glances, and with a combined effort, threw him onto the bed. Cheng Chu Qiu fell onto the bed with a thud, exclaiming, "Ouch! What are you doing?"