Chapter Four, The Dragon Soars in the Sky

However, it is not easy to defeat Lang Fanyun

Liang Qiumo was stationed at Chen Village, located by the southern Dongting Lake near Nu Jiao Island, managing the connection between the outside world and Nu Jiao Island, leading a team of the most elite experts.

Shangguan Ying thought to himself how he could deal with these old-timers now, as they were feigning illness and watching from the sidelines, which was indeed very fortunate for him. He replied, "They are all part of the old system; it is to be expected that they do not come forward to assist me."

It was only then that they saw the person who had leaped out of the window earlier was Zeng Shuyu, a general under Ling Zhantian, disheveled, with a face ashen and having been poisoned for quite some time

As the waves surged, Lang Fanyun turned back to gaze at Chu Suqiu, whose radiant eyes revealed the reality of her situation. In those years, this beautiful girl captivated a group of young men, and Lang Fanyun was one of them. In the end, Chu Suqiu chose the handsome Ling Zhantian, leaving Lang Fanyun disappointed for quite some time.

The two fell into a moment of silence, and Lang Fan Yun felt Chu Su Qiu's alluring body pressing against his back without any obstruction. He quickly used his will to control his thoughts and shifted his focus to the enemy's arrangements.

Lang Fanyun lifted Ling'er with one hand and simultaneously asked, "Ling'er, are you afraid?"

A voice came from inside the room, saying: "Chief Shangguan, this is my last request. Will you agree to let me publicly explain the reasons behind tonight's events?"

Chu Suqiu sensed that he did not intend to escape with her and Ling'er. Her hands instinctively tightened as she held onto Lang Fanyun firmly, and she whispered urgently, "Elder brother, are you not going to leave with us?"

As the waves surged, Lang Fanyun seemed to have an epiphany, yet time was of the essence, leaving no room for further contemplation. With a low shout, "Follow me!" he leapt out of the window.

Time is of the essence, and he must act immediately

Chu Suqiu knew that this was not a moment of entanglement

Lang Fanyun increased his speed to the limit, adopting a long-range strike approach against several enemies searching for him. His martial arts skills were exceptional, and his movements were ghostly, quickly leaving his enemies exhausted and in a state of chaotic confusion, making them unable to grasp his whereabouts

The waves of the ocean surge forward, leading to a sense of discouragement among many

Chu Suqiu let out a delicate cry, with one hand embracing her son and the other hand lifting a long sword, displaying a remarkably quick reaction

Shangguan Ying issued the command: "Recall all personnel and distribute them to key coastal strongholds. Only at dawn will elite members be dispatched to search each house."

Her long sword was taken out by her. Since marrying Ling Zhantian, she had practiced swordsmanship less and less, and after giving birth to her son, she had hardly touched it at all. Once Ling Zhantian left, a sense of insecurity prompted her to take out the sword that had been kept away for so long.

Lang Fanyun was taken aback and looked towards Chu Suqiu

Zhai Yushi said: "I have instructed to keep the secret strictly, so it will never be leaked out"

Waves of clouds rolled without the slightest pause, crashing into the pack of fierce and menacing henchmen. The Rain Covering Sword scattered glimmers of silver light, and one by one, the opponents fell to the ground, struck by the blade. His strikes targeted acupoints, exceptionally cunning; although the injuries were not fatal, they rendered the victims incapable of movement for the foreseeable future

The members of the Angry Dragon Gang remained silent. Lang Fanyun turned their world upside down, leaving everyone with a look of disgrace.

Mutations resurface

In the distance, the sounds of shouting and fighting faintly echoed, while in the northwest, the flames of torches blazed brightly, illuminating half the sky. Armed guards continuously galloped down the streets, and the atmosphere was tense

Shangguan Ying bit her lip tightly, remaining silent, with a fierce light of anger and hatred flashing in her eyes

The child, only six years old, innocently said: "Mother often says you are the best expert in the world, how could I be afraid."

With another loud crash, Lang Fan Yun held the bare-bones wife of the leader in one hand, while the other hand wielded the renowned Rain-Overturning Sword, breaking through the roof and soaring into the sky, sending fragments of stones and tiles flying into the air.

Two swords, one axe, along with Shangguan Ying's spear and Qi Changzheng's famous knife, simultaneously pierced into this person's body without any order. Everyone was momentarily stunned, how could this be possible

Dozens of people wielding their weapons all turned to look in the direction of Lang Fanyun. Just in time, they saw Lang Fanyun descending like a celestial being, gliding through the air.

The target of the impending attack by Lang Fanyun is the watchtower, which stands approximately four zhang high and overlooks the southern bank. At least four to five individuals are stationed on the watchtower; below it, more than ten wind lanterns are lit. A group of over thirty members of the Angry Flood Dragon Gang, armed with various sharp weapons and accompanied by two large dogs, is guarding the passage leading to the tide-viewing stone on the southern bank, as if facing a formidable enemy

Zhai Yushi said: "If we can turn the waves and cut through the clouds with our blades, then everything will be in order." Throughout history, silencing witnesses has been the best method of keeping secrets

Lang Fanyun slightly tilted his head back, his mouth just close to Chu Suqiu's ear, and said: "In front is the Tide Viewing Stone. As long as you appear on the stone, a speedboat will naturally come to pick you up. If I am not mistaken, the speedboat is already waiting for us. Once you disembark, you will be taken to a safe place"

A person swiftly entered and stood in the hall

A long howl suddenly echoed from the northeast, causing immediate chaos outside, as the barking of dogs gradually faded away

Zhai Yushi struggled to stand up. He was fortunate to have a solid foundation and the ability to immediately seal his acupoints to prevent the spread of the sword poison, so after a round of internal cultivation, he had expelled more than half of the toxin. Reinforcements continued to arrive, bringing him some relief. In recent days, he had strengthened personnel for defense and response in order to cope with the sudden attacks from the Zunxin Sect, but he had not anticipated that these preparations would be used for such a situation.

Zhai Yushi's complexion was pale, and he was wrapped in a white cloth around his shoulders

This can be said to be the first time encountering a true master, only to realize that our own moves are flawed at every turn. Whether in martial arts or intelligence, we are greatly inferior to Lang Fanyun, how can this not instill fear in their hearts and minds, leading to a significant blow to their self-esteem and confidence

Riding on the cover of the buildings, Lang Fanyun swiftly darted towards the watchtower. Upon reaching a distance of six zhang, two giant dogs had already sensed something, lowly howling in that direction.

When the torch is reignited, the waves of the clouds lose their trace

Qi Changzheng interjected, saying: "Therefore, the matter of Lang Fanyun must be resolved swiftly, to put an end to this group of old-timers as soon as possible; otherwise, the longer the night lasts, the more dreams will arise, leading to further complications." There are approximately three thousand members on the island, with the old-timers constituting only a small portion, around two hundred to three hundred individuals, yet they are all seasoned veterans of many battles, and their strength should not be underestimated

The waves crash with a sound of farewell, as the figure disappears into the night

The waves have calmed down.

As the waves crashed against the clouds, I beheld the beautiful face of Chu Suqiu, whose eyes radiated a brave and fearless light. I silently praised her in my heart and said, "I do not have time to explain. Follow me; we must escape from Nu Jiao Island immediately, or the consequences will be unimaginable. Come! Hand over Ling'er to me."

Chu Suqiu lifted her heart and then set it down again. She trusted two people the most, one was her husband, and the other was Lang Fanyun. Seeing him at this critical moment made her realize that something significant was about to happen

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Shangguan Ying felt somewhat relieved, and Zhai Yushi took the opportunity to pull him aside and said, "The brother who examined the body mentioned that he died from an unknown potent poison..." After a pause, as if finding it somewhat difficult to speak, he added, "His lower body is still covered in semen, which clearly indicates that he had engaged in intimate relations with a woman before his death"

Chu Suqiu knew that something had gone wrong

Since she learned about Ling Zhantian's external adjustments, she has not been able to sleep peacefully for a single night

The alarm bell rang from the watchtower

With a loud crash

Lang Fanyun smiled lightly and said, "Remember, I am Lang Fanyun of the Rain Covering Sword, and besides, I have a trump card in hand." The image of Qian Hongqing's exquisite and naked body floated in his mind. At the same time, he felt the softness of Chu Suqiu's chest pressing against his back.

Thus, upon realizing that the situation was difficult to control, Shangguan Ying immediately sent a message by carrier pigeon to summon him back to the island for assistance

Under the command of Zhai Yu, more than fifty skilled martial artists rushed into the courtyard, taking advantageous positions and quietly awaiting the arrival of the bloody battle

Lang Fanyun said: "Ahead, the enemy has set up numerous barriers. This Zhai Yushi is indeed a talented strategist; when faced with an emergency, he demonstrates remarkable adaptability, which greatly hinders our escape. I must use my swift movements to seize any small openings and take the opportunity to flee. Therefore, I need you to lie on my back so that I can fully exert my agility."

Every second counts. With a long howl, Lang Fanyun dashed towards the northeast. He knew that this action would provoke a massive pursuit from the enemy, which was precisely his intention

This has caused great suffering for Chu Suqiu. Although she was renowned for her exceptional lightness of skill in her earlier years, she has long since let it slip. Despite Lang Fanyun's indulgence, he has pursued her to the point of exhausting her heart and strength. However, relying on her strong character, she gritted her teeth and persevered, closely following Lang Fanyun as they rushed southward

Shangguan Ying's face darkened, and he was genuinely angry. He decided to spare no effort to ensure that Lang Fanyun remained.

Finally gritted their teeth and nodded

Two giant dogs lunged forward, and Lang Fan Yun was right in the midst of it. With two swift strikes of the Rain Covering Sword, the two giant dogs were sent spinning out, blood splattering everywhere. If these two dogs were not killed, how could Chu Suqiu evade their keen senses

Shangguan Ying made a strong effort to compose himself, thinking that he must see this through to the end. At that moment, another capable subordinate, Yang Quan, approached and said, "Leader, Pang Guozhi, Xie Chengjiu, and others have all claimed illness and are not coming out. How should we deal with this?" His eyes flashed with resentment and indignation.

The poised spears, swords, and axes gleamed coldly, all simultaneously attacking this person

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This move truly exemplifies a masterful technique

Even with the keen eyesight of the officials Ying and Qi Changzheng, it is still difficult to determine the whereabouts of the swift and elusive Lang Fanyun

They have always relied on the formidable reputation established by the predecessors of the Angry Dragon Gang, feeling proud and self-satisfied, believing that the younger generation will surpass the previous one, thus looking down on everyone; moreover, with the old guard having their power diminished by them, they have become even more arrogant and overbearing

Waves rolled over the clouds as she smiled faintly, pondering what was wrong with herself for unexpectedly recalling these old memories.

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In that moment when the waves surged, Lang Fanyun utilized the instant of soaring into the air to extend the Rain Covering Sword to its limit, piercing and shattering tiles and stones with the tip of the sword, shooting them towards the surrounding enemies

The sea breeze gently approaches

Shangguan Ying's face turned pale, and he said in a deep voice: "Regardless of life or death, we must find Lang Fanyun."

She has always held great respect for this elder brother, especially above her husband Ling Zhantian

The person calmly said, "Su Qiu, do not be afraid, it is I, Lang Fan Yun."

Chu Suqiu no longer hesitated, swiftly picked up Ling'er, and rushed towards the Tide Viewing Rock

Zhai Yushi secretly cursed Qi Changzheng for his nonsense, thinking that there was no need to prolong the matter; who would want to drag it out? He said, "Help Master, Liang Qiumo is leading a large number of capable individuals and is on his way back to the island. Once he returns, our strength will greatly increase, and we will not fear the waves and clouds." Liang Qiumo is another general under Shangguan Ying, ranked among the most outstanding experts among the rising stars alongside Zhai Yushi and Qi Changzheng.

Chu Suqiu felt a wave of emptiness; nonetheless, throughout the long journey of life, she shared a period of the closest contact with her elder brother, whom she had always revered.

At this time, they were only about 2 miles away from the Tide Viewing Rock on the south bank, but this stretch of road was the most heavily guarded. This was because the Nu Jiao Gang had all its facilities aimed at repelling enemies attacking from the sea, thus deploying heavy troops along the coastal area. The closer one got to the shore, the more difficult it became to pass through safely

Chu Suqiu demonstrated a decisive character, remaining silent as she handed over the order to Lang Fanyun

Hearing her call out "Elder Brother," his heart softened, yet he quickly steeled himself and said: "The enemy has deployed heavy troops ahead, and there are vicious patrol dogs on the island. Even if we manage to board the speedboat, it will be difficult to escape their pursuit by patrol boats. Therefore, I must reveal myself to divert the enemy's attention. When you hear my whistle, head straight to the Tide Viewing Rock, and remember!"

Shangguan Ying harbored a deeper layer of concern. He had always looked down upon Lang Fanyun and Ling Zhantian, and consequently, he did not take Qian Luo, Chi Zunxin, and others to heart either. With this mindset, he believed he could utilize Qian Luo to deal with Chi Zunxin. However, upon encountering Lang Fanyun, he considered himself both wise and brave, unmatched by the group in the capital, yet he could not even touch the edges of the enemy; what was even more frightening was that every move he made was elusive, causing them to lose the initiative and leaving them with no means to respond. In this state of mind, he thought he could use Qian Luo against Chi Zunxin, but now, in contact with Lang Fanyun, he believed himself to be both intelligent and courageous, unparalleled among the group in the capital, yet he could not even graze the enemy; even more alarming was that every move he made was difficult to predict, leading them to lose the upper hand and leaving them unable to cope. Lang Fanyun was so formidable, and further extending this thought, Qian Luo, Chi Zunxin, and others were also seasoned and cunning individuals! How could they possibly contend with them.

It was only through the interaction with the new skilled members of the Angry Dragon Gang that one came to realize the extraordinary prowess of Lang Fanyun.

The voice of Lang Fanyun came from inside the room: "Leader, oh Leader, with a child like this, I have no choice but to follow you, Lang Fanyun." Everyone knew that the leader he was calling was the previous leader, Shangguan Fei.

Not in the slightest has it changed due to the perils of the world

More than three hundred elite troops surrounded the small house, leaving a large open space between the house and the high walls. With such manpower, even with the formidable skills of Lang Fanyun, it would be difficult to take flight.

The window suddenly opened

In order to defend against enemy attacks from the waterways, the Angry Dragon Gang not only established lookout stations on high terrain but also patrolled the lake with speedboats. They built watchtowers at important strategic points along the coast, overseeing the conditions of the surrounding waters.

The sound of barking dogs can be heard in the distance

A bright moon hangs high over Dongting Lake

Chu Suqiu looked at his resolute face, showing absolutely no hint of hesitation, which was precisely the way Lang Fanyun always conducted himself. Without saying a word, she obediently lay on his back, her hands tightly wrapped around his broad and strong neck.

The torches flickered and extinguished, while the rest were also extinguished unpredictably due to the master's swaying. The entire courtyard was difficult to discern.

Waves surge and crash, rising high and sinking low, sweeping through houses and passing by shelters, heading straight towards the southern part of the island where the tidal stones are located

Under the moonlit night, Chu Suqiu saw Lang Fanyun turn around, seemingly lost in thought, and unexpectedly smiled, revealing a row of snow-white teeth, which stood out beautifully against his dark brown face

Shangguan Ying and a group of skilled martial artists, including Qi Changzheng, stood on the high platform of the eastern shore, which served as the main dock of Nu Jiao Island, gathering dozens of boats of various sizes

A person flew out of the window and dove straight into the courtyard

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Before the crowd had time to ponder what was happening, countless points of light erupted in the sky, followed by numerous fragments of stone and tiles shooting in all directions. The skilled individuals scattered across the walls were struck one after another, falling down from the walls, while the torches were extinguished, creating a scene of chaos.

Shangguan Ying replied without hesitation: "My orders are as solid as a mountain. If you do not surrender and lay down your weapons, I will punish you for the grave crime of treason against the gang. All my subordinates are entitled to execute you without mercy." He too was in a situation where retreat was not an option.

Chu Suqiu lay on the majestic back of Lang Fanyun, feeling a sense of security arise within him. His body was slightly arched, poised and ready to spring. Indeed, with a shout of "Be careful!", it was as if he were lying on the back of a great bird taking flight, his ears filled with the rush of wind, rising and falling, stopping and starting, the speed far surpassing that of just moments ago, leading her to believe that Lang Fanyun was beyond any means of control, compelling her to lie on his back.

The enemy's assistance arrives in an instant

Shangguan Yingdao: "You did well during the rain"

This time, the situation has changed from within, therefore all arrangements have been reversed to monitor activities within the island, preventing any potential escape.

She blushed deeply, feeling quite embarrassed

Shangguan Ying nodded in agreement. This crime must be pinned on Lang Fanyun, otherwise how could his authority stand? He cannot afford to lose face in this matter

Chu Suqiu felt a surge of joy in her heart, as her elder brother finally responded with the boldness of his youth. At that moment, Lang Fanyun turned sideways and gently set her down from his back

Chu Suqiu held her son Ling Er, her heart filled with unease. The day after her husband Ling Zhantian left, chaos erupted in the household. It was uncertain whether the Zunxin faction was launching a large-scale attack, but upon further reflection, it did not seem likely. There was no reason for an external assault to begin in this deeply inland residential area.

The bell suddenly ceased, as the waves surged and crashed upon the watchtower, eliminating the guard on duty.

This immediately drew the attention and actions of the entire audience

The flames flicker, shrouded in a menacing aura.