Chapter One: A Letter of Divorce Arrives at the Luo Family

Luo Nanshan was unsure of his wife's meaning, and quickly raised his hand to signal her to calm down: "Since Young Hero Lian has traveled a long way to get here, it just so happens that our Luo family is holding an ancestral worship ceremony. Why not stay for a meal and let everyone get to know each other better"

She has been gone for many years, without a trace of news. It was only after much inquiry by my husband and I that we learned she had gone to Tianshan. Alas, if it were not for the fact that we, as a couple, had to oversee the affairs at the benevolent establishment in Jiangnan, we would have personally gone to Tianshan to search for her. At this point, Chen Yue'e's eyes were already brimming with tears.

Luo Nanshan, the youngest son of the Luo family, was not originally entitled to the position of family head. However, his brothers, known for their strong sense of justice, had made many enemies in the martial world through their bold actions and chivalrous deeds. Currently, his eldest brother, Luo Nantian, is missing after venturing into the southern wilderness with his sword. Both the second and third brothers have fallen victim to the underworld, leaving Luo Nanshan with no choice but to assume the role of family head. He is gentle in temperament, cautious in demeanor, meticulous in thought, and exceptionally skilled in financial management. After taking over, he decisively arranged a marriage with Zu Siqian, the wealthiest man in southern Jian, thereby expanding the Luo family's financial resources to the southern mountains and southern Jian, reaching the borders of the Tang Dynasty and extending into the lands of the various Arab nations. With the substantial financial influx, the benevolent halls across different regions have seen an increase in rewards and bounties, leading to more frequent activities and a vibrant atmosphere.

"Hurry and take us to see him, don't keep him waiting too long," Chen Yue'e said impatiently

Shanxi Zheng Dongting? Lian Qingyan frowned slightly, seemingly quite displeased with this name. "Isn't he the disciple of the rogue Mu Tianhou, relying on the bounty to make a living as a bounty hunter in the martial world?"

"Esteemed seniors, I have a plan that can help us avoid this calamity, but it is rather lengthy and is offered for your consideration only." With that, Lian Qingyan leaned in and whispered the strategy into the ears of the two.

On the morning of the second day, the two brothers completed their grooming, donned the most tidy and eye-catching attire they could find, and set off with renewed spirit towards the sacred place of chivalry in the martial world—the main hall of Renyi Manor.

Is it now? Zhu Beiqiu took a step back in fright, instinctively wiping his face with his sleeve to remove the spittle that Zheng Dongting had sprayed on him. Helplessly, he took out the envelope containing the divorce letter from his bosom.

Raise it above your head

A satisfied smile appeared on Zheng Dongting's yellow face, "Jiangnan Luojia, you have your day today as well"

Had I known today, when Qiutong left home ten years ago, you and I should have immediately retreated from the world, hiding as far away as possible. Luo Nanshan nearly rubbed his hands raw.

Chen Yue'e, a disciple from the Yue Maiden Palace, was once one of the thirty-six guardians of the Sword-Burying Pool. Her swordsmanship was exceptional, and her temperament was fiery. Later, she fell in love with Luo Nanshan, and they became united in marriage, transforming into a gentle and serene lady of high society

The main hall of Renyi Manor, known as the Suspended Red Pavilion, is an open-air structure. On the high walls surrounding it, the eastern wall displays bounties for the wicked and unscrupulous individuals of the underworld, the northern wall lists rewards for those who have strayed from the path and committed crimes, the western wall offers bounties for members of gangs who engage in extortion and wrongdoing, and the southern wall lists bounties for the notorious villains who roam the rivers and lakes. The rewards increase progressively in the order of east, north, west, and south.

"Let me think, oh, you originally didn't want to learn lightness skills, did you?" Zheng Dongting said with a sinister tone. Zu Beiqiu sighed helplessly and obediently raised the divorce letter above his head. "Very good, now turn the divorce letter over, with the front side facing out!" Zheng Dongting said, stroking his chin with a sly smile.

Take out the divorce papers for me! Zheng Dongting glared at him and suddenly shouted.

"What is this? A man of virtue does not concern himself with trifles; a true man is not without his poison. For the future great enterprise of the Luo family, what is this small sacrifice worth?" Chen Yue'e said with a frown

I thought that after ten years, he would have long forgotten about this matter, but who would have thought that he actually came with the divorce papers.

Before the southern wall, a dashing young man in white stood leisurely in the glow of the morning sun, a fiery red scarf fluttering in the morning breeze around his neck. He wore a flowing white scholar's hat, with white ribbons dancing in the wind, as if he could ascend to the clouds at any moment. Under the slanting rays of the morning sun, his tall figure cast a dreamlike shadow on the ground, making his presence particularly striking. He was observing the rewards displayed above the heads of the villains at the southern wall.

Although this is clean and decisive, the means are too extreme, and I cannot bear it in my heart. Luo Nanshan sighed.

The young man in white looked up to the sky and let out a clear, bright laugh, slowly turning his head. He had sun-kissed skin, and his face shimmered with a faint golden glow in the morning sun. With a light toss of his left hand, two human heads flew from his grasp, landing precisely in the hands of the couple, Luo Nanshan and his wife: "Senior Luo, Madam Luo, you have killed this junior. In terms of seniority, I belong to the same generation as Senior Sister Luo, so here I must respectfully address you both as Uncle and Aunt. Please do not be so formal with me."

"Respected Master of the Manor, Zubei Qiu from Yizhou and Zheng Dongting from Shanxi have come to pay their respects to the manor." At that moment, a steward rushed to the front of Luonan Mountain, standing like a spear, and bowed respectfully.

The Jiangnan Lu Family's Renyi Hall was initially established during the Wei, Jin, and Northern and Southern Dynasties, taking upon itself the responsibility of apprehending notorious villains from the rivers and lakes. For hundreds of years, it has withstood countless storms of bloodshed and remains steadfast. In the early Tang Dynasty, to counter the murderous organization Qingfeng Hall established by the Turkic tribes in the Central Plains, the renowned Seven Young Masters of the Martial Arts world once gathered here, decisively defeating Qingfeng Hall's stronghold in the Central Plains. The head of the Lu family fought valiantly against the world's foremost demonic sword, the master of Qingfeng Hall, with great reluctance, ultimately perishing in battle. Though defeated, he was honored, becoming a tale celebrated in the rivers and lakes for a century. Now, the Jiangnan Lu Family is immensely wealthy and powerful, with branches of Renyi Hall spread across the ten provinces of the Tang Dynasty. With ample funding and a wealth of talent, the Lu Family holds a prominent position in the martial arts world.

"It is ... ... is the brother-in-law ... ... ancestor ... ... sorrow ... ... Qiu ... ... " Luo Qiunian said this, already unable to suppress a violent cough, seemingly a consequence of the frenzied use of lightness skills along the way

Indeed! Luo Nanshan and Chen Yue'e were overjoyed upon hearing this

This person possesses an elegant and refined demeanor, evoking a sense of admiration akin to gazing up at a lofty mountain. I dare to speculate that he is a disciple of the Heavenly Mountain, " said Zhuang Ding.

This person has had a conflict with the Luo family due to the issue of reward money. This time, accompanying Zu Beiqiu to the estate to deliver a letter of divorce, this matter is bound to be difficult to resolve. What should be done? Luo Qiunian recalled the past grievances with Zheng Dongting, and his heart raced with fear.

His nickname is quite special; why is he called the Thousand-Faced Fox

Senior brother, this ... ...

The shadow of the blue figure treads upon the moon, the frost blade crosses the river; in life, there are many injustices, and from this point onward, they shall not return. The frost blade's clear shadow plays with the moon sword, the divine hero emerges from the Heavenly Mountain. The name of the Moon Hero, Lian Qingyan, is so renowned that even we, the old-fashioned members of the Yue Nu Palace, who are closed off from the world, have heard of it like thunder. Chen Yue'e seems even more excited about Lian Qingyan's visit than about her own husband.

Not only have you come, but you have also brought such a great gift! Good, good, someone, bring the reward money for the young hero Lian. Upon learning that his daughter was safe and sound, Luo Nanshan felt a weight lift from his heart and could not help but exclaim excitedly.

"Report to the master of the house, there is a white-clothed youth outside the door carrying the heads of Shao Tianyu, the Ghost Blade, and Chao Zhanxiong, the Five Overlords, to present to the manor." A steward hurriedly approached Luonan Mountain, his face filled with joy as he spoke.

However, they are my in-laws. Zǔ Bēiqiū shrank back his head

"Back then, I shot and killed the infamous thief of the Lower Five Gates, Wu Gengshu, and brought his head to Renyi Manor to claim my reward. Yet, the young master of the Luo family actually pointed at my nose and accused me of stealing someone else's reward money, even more shameless than our master." Zheng Dongting said with a face full of hatred as he walked towards the main hall of Renyi Manor with Zu Beiqiu.

How can this be allowed? In this way, the reputation of the Luo family will plummet in both the martial world and the business community, and the Renyi Manor will become a laughingstock in the jianghu. Who will still regard this place as a spiritual sanctuary for martial artists? Who will take the Luo family seriously? In a few years, we will raise the banner of rebellion and head north to confront the Taihang and the Thirty-Six Blade Hall in a fight to the death. If we lose our reputation in the jianghu, how can the Luo family unite the forces of the righteous path in the Tang martial world to avenge our second uncle?

This person specializes in covert attacks, taking great pleasure in seizing opportunities during the conflicts between the underworld and the law, ambushing figures from the underworld to claim rewards. Although he has not committed any major offenses, he is as bothersome as a blue fly, not someone of our kind.

Three people were engaged in a lively conversation when a gray figure suddenly rushed into the Xuanhong Pavilion, stumbling and stuttering, "Mother, Father, something terrible has happened! The nemesis of the Luo family has arrived!"

The Luo family and the Taihang Knife Stronghold can be said to have a deep-seated enmity. The second-in-command, Luo Nanhai, met his demise at the hands of the Demon Blade Princess. The members of the Luo family yearn daily to unite a righteous army to march north to Taihang and eradicate the Taihang stronghold. Now that the renowned leader of the South Taihang has been killed, how can they not rejoice

"Now Qiutong is nowhere to be found, and the blame lies with my family, the Luos. The letter of divorce from our in-laws has been delivered to our doorstep, and we have no choice but to accept it, with no other options available." Luo Nanshan said dejectedly

Zhu's face turned crimson with grief in autumn, yet she could only obediently hold the divorce letter above her head with the front facing outward. The large characters "Divorce Letter" on the envelope were startling even from a distance of one mile.

... ... ''

Indeed, something is seriously wrong, indeed something is seriously wrong! Luo Nanshan rubbed his hands together, pacing back and forth in the pavilion, like an ant on a hot pan

This... how should I deal with mhetushu.com?" Luo Nanshan sighed deeply, feeling dejected

Because he is skilled in disguise and can take on countless forms, he is called the Thousand-Faced Fox. In this world, the only one who can recognize his true identity is I, the bounty hunter Zheng Dongting. Hehe, this reward is well-deserved.

"Oh dear, truly, the young people today are so knowledgeable and sensible, we can only feel unworthy in comparison." Chen Yue'e looked at Lian Qingyan, growing fonder by the moment, and couldn't help but exchange glances with Luo Nanshan.

"Does Lian Xianzhi recognize him?" Luo Nanshan turned his head and asked

Upon seeing the figure of the young man in white, Luo Nanshan and Chen Yue'e immediately recognized his identity and couldn't help but laugh together. "So it is the renowned Moon Hero, Lian Qingyan, who has arrived at Righteousness Manor, truly making this place shine with brilliance!" Luo Nanshan remarked

"Hello, this is Wugeng Shuzhu Rulong. If he wasn't engaged in a fight with someone else, how could I possibly have the chance to shoot him dead?" Zheng Dongting exclaimed angrily, "The crux of the matter is that without my infallible divine arrow, Wugeng Shuzhu would still be lively and kicking."

Are you helping me or them! I am your senior brother!" Zheng Dongting said angrily

Being able to witness the Luo family's ancestral worship ceremony held once every ten years is truly a stroke of luck for Lian. Lian Qingyan said with a smile

When Zheng Dongting first entered the martial world, he was no exception; he designated the Jiangnan Benevolent Society as his primary target for forming connections. However, the outcome was not very satisfactory

Very well, let us proceed accordingly

I was originally playing by the shores of Shouxihu Lake when I caught sight of a... a stout man with a single swollen eye, walking towards Renyi Zhuang, holding high an envelope as large as a spirit-recalling banner, with the words "Divorce Letter" written in large characters on it, clearly visible even from a mile away. Who else could it be if not my brother-in-law?" Luo Qiunian gasped, leaning against the northern wall of the Xuanhong Pavilion.

Ah," Qingtian quickly waved his hand, "Uncle Luo, you are too polite. This is my first time visiting the manor, and I come empty-handed. These two heads should be considered a token of respect from a junior to the two seniors."

Since you are the only one in the world who can recognize his true identity, it is no wonder that the Luo family cannot ascertain his identity... Grandfather Bei Qiu said honestly

The Luo Family Swordsmanship is as fierce as fire, with a four-foot-wide sword resembling a long spear or battle halberd, exuding great momentum. With the reputation of the Luo Family Swordsmanship and the Luo Family Benevolence Manor, the Luo Family has always been regarded as the foremost martial arts family in Jiangnan. Martial artists traversing the rivers and lakes take pride in associating with the members of the Luo Family.

Sister Luo's capriciousness is indeed somewhat excessive. However, her passion for martial arts is fervent; she dedicates herself wholeheartedly and practices diligently, surpassing countless male disciples of Tianshan in her industriousness. Master Yan is very fond of her and has already made an exception to teach her the Tianshan Innate Three Purities Qigong. Over the past few years, Sister has been in seclusion, diligently cultivating her skills, making significant breakthroughs in her internal energy, and has already reached the Heavenly Gate. I have come this time at Sister's request to visit Uncle and Aunt and to convey my regards.

"Which esteemed disciple has accomplished such a remarkable feat?" Luo Nanshan asked in surprise

"Did you really kill him all by yourself?" Zu Beiqiu asked curiously

What? The Roche couple turned pale upon hearing this. After briefly considering the situation, Lian Qingyan also changed color dramatically.

Today's ancestral worship ceremony is a grand review of Luo Jiayuan's achievements as the head of the Luo family over the past ten years, which explains why the Luo Nanshan couple is so anxious about it

As for Chu Rulong, that can be overlooked, but it was entirely due to my relentless pursuit over a thousand miles that I managed to take down the Thousand-Faced Fox, Zhuge Fang. Who would have thought that upon presenting the head, the Luo family would refuse to reward me with silver because they could not confirm his identity? At this point, Zheng Dongting clenched his fists tightly, filled with uncontrollable anger

"Father, these lessons can wait... let's talk about them later. Now we are in big trouble!" Bursting into the hall was none other than Luo Qiunian, the young master of the Luo family, who had previously had a minor conflict with Zheng Dongting. At this moment, this pampered young master was panting heavily, sweat pouring down his face. "Qiunian, take a breath, speak slowly, which demon has come knocking?" Chen Yue'e asked anxiously.

"Qiu Nian, what is the matter that you are so flustered? Have you not noticed that we have esteemed guests arriving? How has your father taught you all this time! To remain unperturbed in the face of a calamity as great as Mount Tai collapsing before one's eyes is the very least expected of someone in the jianghu. In this manner, how can I feel at ease letting you venture into the jianghu!" Luo Nanshan exclaimed, shaking his sleeve in anger.

His words instantly filled Luo Nanshan with joy: "If even the young hero says so, has Qiutong already had the honor of joining the Tianshan sect?"

This day marked a rare sunny day in March in Jiangnan, and the main hall of Renyi Manor was bustling with activity, preparing for the Luo family's decennial ancestral worship ceremony. The head of the Luo family, Luo Nanshan, along with his wife, Yu Jianying Chen Yue'e, had risen early, and accompanied by the chief and deputy stewards of the Luo residence and fifty household servants, they hurried to the main hall of Renyi Manor to preside over the ancestral worship affairs