Chapter 07: The sudden change in the lantern market, the surprise attack of the enchantress like a serpent

That night, Yun Fan Hai could no longer contain himself. After dinner, he seized an opportunity, disguised himself, donned the attire typically worn by the lower-ranking personnel of the Divine Hero Manor, and, wearing a green robe and a small hat, climbed over the wall to wander freely on the brightly lit Donghua Street.

Inside the revolving lantern, about ten fine candles are lit, illuminating the entire lamp with a brilliant glow, creating a scene of radiance.

From the cloud and dragon patterns entwined with swords on their attire, it can be discerned that these timely reinforcements, akin to a sudden downpour, are indeed the elite warriors of the Radiant Divine Hero Manor

Although in the first few days after entering the city, Yun Fanhai also visited the lantern market; for someone who has lived in the mountains and fields since childhood, such a luxurious and splendid lantern market cannot be fully appreciated in just one or two visits. Soon, Yun Fanhai seemed to be lost in the ocean of lanterns.

Light and darkness may be mutually generated and restrained in essence; without those brilliant lights for contrast, the night here would not be so dark.

Uh, no! Soon, Yun Fan Hai came to his senses, "No, no, this group of people is not righteous heroes resisting the court; from what I just saw, they clearly intend to kill me."

This is precisely the meaning. As long as you understand it. The melancholy admits it without the slightest sense of shame

Thus, now immersed in the midst of lights and festivities, witnessing the vivid tales of deities, Yun Fan Hai quickly found his thoughts drifting, and his spirit became somewhat dazed

Her appearance is exceptionally outstanding, and her lineage is even more noble. The Ming family to which she belongs is almost second only to the Eastern royal family and the Leng family, making her background extremely precious

No. Yu Chou replied with a smile, "It seems that Brother Yun truly is a person beyond the mundane world, as you have not even heard of the renowned Ming Xin Xue."

Moreover, just like earlier, even in a critical moment, although the Heavenly River Moon Washing Sword is so sharp, it was still swept aside by my 'Black Frost Xuan Iron Claw'. Rest assured, my dear Brother Yun, I will protect you

The next few days will be unremarkable

The combat style of the Grand Commander of the Divine Heroic Guard is so bloody and brutal that even Yun Fan Hai, the beneficiary who was saved, can hardly bear to watch it

At this moment, he saw again that although those black-clad assassins were resisting the Divine Hero Guards, several of them still attempted to pounce towards him. However, in the dim night, there was a tall figure, wielding iron claws, with a graceful posture, keeping these individuals at bay from a distance

Soon, Yun Fanhai realized that the enemies defeated by this divine hero, the Chief Guardian, were not easy to examine closely; they were either disemboweled and torn apart or smashed to the ground, their brains and guts splattered everywhere. Even a bandit leader like Yun Fanhai felt nauseated at the sight.

At this time, the lantern festival in Donghua City has not yet concluded, and the streets are filled with brilliantly illuminated and uniquely designed lanterns, adorning the entire Donghua City like a realm of light, resembling a city that never sleeps

Once set in motion, the figures of the Eight Immortals crossing the sea, whether deities or spirits, seem to come to life in a realm of clarity, frolicking, glaring, arriving, and departing amidst the morning clouds and rolling waves

Of course, he is currently still in the training stage, and the national treasure of Donghua, the "Donghua Divine Sword," cannot naturally be carried with him.

After the story of the Eight Immortals crossing the sea, there are even more unique and vivid lanterns that attract the clouds to continue looking ahead and moving forward

Unknowingly, the brilliant and radiant lantern market gradually receded behind him, and he eventually arrived at a place where the lights were dim.

Thinking of this, the illusion that had unknowingly been cast upon him earlier has finally been completely dispelled

Although Yun Fan Hai does not come from a prestigious background, it is not an exaggeration to say that from the moment of his birth, he has been struggling and fighting in a wild and treacherous world filled with bandits and deceit. Each battle has been a life-and-death struggle for him, and his practical experience is so rich that it even surpasses that of many elite warriors among the Divine Heroes present.

At this moment, the sword he carried was merely the standard-issue sword of the Divine Heroic Guard

Just as he was about to do so, he suddenly heard someone not far away exclaiming: "Be careful!"

"That's not right," Yun Fan Hai exclaimed, "I actually wanted to perform well, but as you just saw, that woman didn't say a word and came at me with her sword."

That ancestral "Tianhe Xiyue Sword" is wielded with such extraordinary skill that when it is fully unleashed, it resembles the Milky Way hanging upside down, akin to snow falling in the Moon Palace

Now these men in black actually want to kill the Light God Hero, so they are definitely not good people. Why should I feel sorry for them?

"Um... alright," Yu Chou nodded slightly, "When I return today, I will first hand over one hundred taels of silver notes to you."

As soon as he stepped onto the stage, the steel sword was swung like a wheel. The nearest man in black had not yet reacted when he let out a terrible scream, clutching his arm and collapsing to the ground, rolling in agony.

When fully awakened, Yun Fan Hai quickly drew out the sword he carried with him, let out a shout, and joined the battle!

Yet, when the lights are dimmed, the night appears even more profound. It is as if the waters of the East Sea, not too far from Donghua City, have overflowed the banks, enveloping the entire being in a shroud of clouds and sea.

You have just seen Miss Ming's appearance, which truly resembles that of a celestial maiden descending from the heavens, graceful and charming, possessing the allure of spring flowers and the purity of winter snow

When he approached an extraordinarily large carousel lamp, his fascination reached its peak

Therefore, when our esteemed hero reaches the appropriate age and requires a spouse, Ming Xinxue is unanimously chosen and appointed by His Majesty the Emperor to become the fiancée of Lord Feng

Before he could react, he felt a chaotic scene around him, with the incessant clashing of metal and iron, interspersed with piercing screams and furious curses.

Thus, in addition to the title of 'Goddess of the Milky Way', she is also known as 'Heroine of the Milky Way'. It is known to me that the number of men in Donghua City who admire her is countless, and there are many who secretly invert the two characters, referring to her as 'Goddess of the Milky Way'.

What is particularly commendable is that Ming Xin Xue did not rely on her background, but instead devoted herself to the diligent study of skills and the honing of martial arts, truly excelling in both talent and beauty, as well as in both literature and swordsmanship

What just happened? Wasn't it just looking at the lanterns? Logically speaking, the lanterns are bright and so much fun, how could I feel sleepier the more I looked at them?

Once you have stayed in the city for a while, you will come to know that the people of Donghua City unanimously recognize her as a rare beauty in the Donghua Kingdom, one that has not been seen in five hundred years

That's wonderful! Thank you very much, Boss Yu, you are truly generous! Yun Fan Hai is overjoyed and expresses his gratitude without reservation

In the midst of the fierce battle, Yu Chou Gui heard the sound and immediately turned his head. A hint of astonishment appeared on his pale face

He continuously searches for his favorite lantern designs, whether they are animals or deities, and he is captivated by them.

Originally, this group of black-clad assassins appeared to be lacking in martial skills, their combat strength not matching that of the Divine Heroic Guard warriors. However, unexpectedly, at the very moment when Yu Chou turned back, one person suddenly charged out from the crowd of black-clad individuals

The change came suddenly, and Yu Chou returned without even realizing it, let alone the tumultuous upheaval. The female assassin struck swiftly, and he was completely unprepared.

This revolving lantern, nearly the size of a grinding disc, features a delicate light-colored silk gauze on which the story of the Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea is painted with exquisite and meticulous brushwork

Faced with the gruesome scene of blood and flesh flying, and the heart-wrenching cries of despair, a strange thought suddenly emerged in his mind: "Alas, I have always considered myself a righteous bandit, perhaps it is precisely because I have not witnessed with my own eyes the cruel methods employed by these court hounds against people."

However, the starting point of Yun Fan Hai in terms of weaponry and equipment is actually quite low; although it is merely an ordinary steel sword, the quality of this sword is superior to any weapon that Yun Fan Hai has ever used.

These days, Yun Fan Hai has been quite oppressive

However, for a young person accustomed to roaming the mountains and fields, being suddenly confined within the walls of the Divine Hero Manor and subjected to training that is entirely contrary to their nature, the sense of frustration is undoubtedly palpable

Do not be deceived by the fact that Chief Steward Yu usually speaks kindly to Yun Fan Hai; at this moment, when facing the assassin, he is completely decisive and unhesitant

As the female assassin lunged forward, a slender silver chain whip suddenly shot out from her sleeve, the tip of the whip being a hooked silver spearhead, its sharpness aimed directly at the tumultuous clouds and raging sea

With the aid of the fleeting magical light, Yun Fan Hai quickly discerned that the figure in black was indeed the masked person he had imagined, but those government soldiers were not ordinary constables or yamen runners

To speak frankly, even though I know many fellow wanderers who resist the court, none of them would have any objections to the Radiant Divine Hero. After all, he upholds righteousness, eliminates evil, and protects the good, doing precisely what we, the chivalrous heroes of the martial world, aspire to do

Oh! I understand, you are afraid that I might dislike her, so you cannot cooperate with her, and you want to act well, right

If I had seen the melancholy return so harsh and cruel in the past, I fear I would no longer need to be a righteous bandit, but would, like my peers, be filled with righteous indignation and oppose the authorities!

Seeing this, the anxious heart that was like clouds turning into a storm has calmed down somewhat

Ah, are you in mourning? I see... Yuchou, upon hearing this, seriously contemplated for a moment before slowly responding, "Although Lord Feng is traveling far for the time being, and his life and death remain uncertain, the matter of mourning can be discussed later. However, your concerns are not without merit; I will arrange things properly with Miss Ming shortly, so you need not worry too much."

Thus, the basic weapons that were originally despised by many in the Divine Hero Guard, when placed in Yun Fan Hai's hands, were treated as divine artifacts! Now, when wielded, the combat power displayed has surprisingly increased by an unknown amount compared to before.

It was as if a basin of snowmelt had been poured over him, and the previously drowsy leader of Feiyun Mountain suddenly awoke with a start

The melancholic demeanor that emerges in battle is completely different from the typically soft and gloomy style, as if they were two different individuals

Just as he thought of this, he looked up and surveyed his surroundings, and suddenly exclaimed: "Ah! How did I end up in this dark and remote alley? What exactly happened just now?"

The group of assailants in black, perhaps possesses sufficient illusion skills, but their actual combat abilities do not match the level of their illusion techniques.

In this moment, seeing the figure of the chief steward, the usual annoyance of the tumultuous clouds and seas dissipated, and I felt an indescribable warmth in my heart

Suddenly, Yun Fan Hai felt an overwhelming heaviness in his eyelids, and his entire being was engulfed in a drowsy haze, almost wanting to collapse by the roadside, leaning against the wall, and simply fall asleep there

"Oh, I see." Yun Fan Hai, after listening to this introduction, pondered and said, "Lord Yu, you have spoken so many good words about Ming Xin Xue, it feels just like a matchmaking pitch. What is the reason behind this?"

"Hehe, that's good. With Lord Yu taking charge, what is there to worry about?" Yun Fan Hai said with a playful smile, "However, Lord Yu, as you can see, I am so understanding that even though I was almost killed just now, I remain steadfast. How about this, considering my strong sense of professional ethics, could you possibly settle the first payment for me?"

Even more exceptional than her swordsmanship is her soul fire, the 'Purple Sky Divine Phoenix'. Arranged according to the colors red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and purple, this is already a top-tier soul fire. Once unleashed, it is as if a divine phoenix descends upon the world, with purple lightning swirling in the sky, possessing boundless power

At this moment of clarity, Yun Fan Hai immediately sensed that something was amiss

As the black frost dark iron claws are wielded, they occasionally stir up a torrential rain of blood, and at times even hurl chunks of flesh, truly embodying the phrase "blood and flesh flying everywhere"

He is inherently generous and straightforward, yet now he bows down for a meager five dou of rice, spending his days smiling and appeasing others. Although he wears fine clothes and eats exquisite delicacies, he is truly unhappy within.

Hey, to be honest, if she were not born a woman, it would be quite difficult for Lord Feng Jingyu to ascend to the position of the divine hero again

You are now only asking me to cooperate with her. I kindly advise you that it would be better to change the script early, transforming the story of true and false heroes into one about how Mingxin Xue copes with widowhood

This person is clearly a woman, not only agile in her movements but also possessing an extraordinarily peculiar posture. Her slender waist can twist to an unimaginable angle, causing her upper body to lean almost vertically to the left. This caught the experienced Yu Chou off guard, as he could only watch in astonishment as she darted past him, directly lunging towards Yun Fan Hai

Then you must know too few people

Naturally, the awakened false hero quickly lost the mood to investigate what had just happened; for when he glanced around, he saw about ten men in black fighting fiercely against a similar number of government soldiers.