Chapter 4, Lixiu Yilan (Part 1)

After the Yilan boat docked, everyone realized that this return trip was specifically to pick up those few outsiders

From the lush canopy of an old banyan tree nearby, a young girl gracefully leapt out, her dress a vibrant green, as if she were a sprite conjured from the abundant new leaves of the tree.

The court session has not yet commenced, and most of the companions and attendants beside Yan instinctively took a step back, especially Li Liang, who noticeably shrank back further, clearly still haunted by past fears

Yan interrupted her, listlessly saying: "Fu Mingyuan, you are now like my mother..."

Just as Li Liang was about to call someone to inquire about the news, a sneer suddenly came from an unknown source.

The guide of Yilan also noticed Yan Kaitiang and his group, and his expression immediately became awkward

The second daughter of the Fu family and Yan Kaitiang have been arch-enemies since childhood; every time they meet, they exchange only a few words before starting to fight. Both of them are at the upper master level, with Yan Kaitiang possessing great supernatural powers, while Fu Mingyuan, a fellow practitioner of sword talismans, has solid skills. However, it is impossible for them to use lethal force against each other, making their fights ultimately futile.

Yan Kaitiang possesses innate divine strength, able to contend with battle cultivators who have undergone thirty years of arduous training by the age of eight. As a descendant of the Yan lineage, he is also highly compatible with the treasured spiritual weapon, the Taichu Hammer, from the "Tiangong Kaiwu" Town. At the age of fifteen, during an unexpected incident, the Taichu Hammer transformed into Yan Kaitiang's life weapon, marking his entry into the Master Realm

The girl mockingly said: "Are you waiting for Yilan's boat? There's no need to waste your time, I have already sent them away."

Fu Mingyuan's expression suddenly turned somewhat unpleasant, as it was unclear how many of these outsiders had witnessed the earlier farce

Although the voice was filled with bright and mocking tones, it did not detract from its melodious quality. Especially the final notes, which resembled a clear spring colliding with the pond's surface, evoked a sense of ethereal resonance. One cannot help but imagine how enchanting it would be if the owner of that voice spoke earnestly.

It is said that there was a private gathering attended by Linxi, so adding one more guest is not out of the question, especially since Yan Kaiting is known for being exceptionally generous.

Any weapon that reaches the level of spiritual weapon possesses its own divine abilities. Yan Kaiting's "Time of a Hundred Generations" is precisely the divine ability of the Taichu Hammer, and it is particularly a great divine ability

Yan lazily glanced at her and said, "Hey, Fu Mingyuan, I remember you are only 18, right? Why do you look like an old maid who can't get married, always ruining other people's good fortune?"

Today, Yan returned from a neighboring city for the court session. Outside the city’s legal formation, fierce beasts roamed the vast wilderness. Although their group possessed considerable skills and did not worry about the safety of their journey, encountering fierce beasts would still require some effort. Today was no exception, as they encountered a small pack of ferocious rabbits, which delayed them for a while

Yan Kaitiang, possessing the Taichu Hammer, has a divine power talent that is like adding wings to a tiger. In terms of strength alone, he is not someone an ordinary cultivator can withstand. As for his divine abilities, regardless of their origin, he firmly stands at the threshold of the Master Realm, and in this Yujing City, he is only slightly inferior to a few core disciples of prestigious families and those seasoned elders.

As the routine battle was about to unfold, one of the attendants suddenly murmured, "Oh, is the ship arriving?"

It is a pity that most beautiful women are independent and unconventional, and this esteemed scholar is no exception. To board her flower boat, it is not enough to possess treasures of gold and silver; one must also have a depth of knowledge and eloquence.

Who would have thought that in the end, there would still be a mistake

The master has encountered troubles, and it is only right for the attendant to offer assistance. Li Liang, who is naturally adept at scheming, has been running around tirelessly all day, and has thus obtained such an opportunity.

Linxi is a master of the guqin who has risen to prominence in Xizhou over the past two years. Having only been in this city for three months, her unparalleled beauty and literary and musical talents have already subtly positioned her as the most beautiful woman in Yujing City.

Since the first banquet where Linxi made her official appearance at Yujing, Yan Kaitiang has been turned away countless times by her. Even when they are able to be in the same place at a public banquet, the beauty shows him not the slightest hint of favor.

How many masters, even true practitioners, find it difficult to locate a suitable natal weapon, let alone the lengthy and arduous process of refining and nurturing it. Yan Kaitiang surprisingly disregarded the realm and directly formed a contract with a spiritual weapon, a journey that would take others at least several decades, filled with countless hardships, which he effortlessly surpassed in a single step

Li Liang's forehead was almost dripping with sweat. He had checked the timer, and they arrived precisely at the agreed time. If the people from Yilan Boat had already come, did not see anyone, and thus left without waiting, it would be truly unfortunate

Fu Mingyuan's chest rose and fell as she took a deep breath, her hand resting on the hilt of the sword

Li Liang was just a bit annoyed, ready to scold, but upon turning his head and seeing who it was, he immediately turned into a quail with its head retracted

Even if he has had a reputation for being unlearned throughout his life and is completely ignorant of the principles of Dao, what does it matter?

Speaking of literature, it is worth noting that in the Jiuzhou continent, the literary style in the south is flourishing, while the overall quality in the north is somewhat lacking, and there are not many distinguished literati in Yujing City. However, discussing the Dao is something that every cultivator must learn when they begin their training, as it forms the foundation of their magical cultivation.

However, many people are aware that Yan Kaiting may be one of the few masters in the realm of cultivation who has yet to realize his own supernatural powers

What was originally not a problem becomes a problem in front of a beauty. To have Yan hold court and discuss matters is akin to asking someone who cannot read a single character to compose a beautifully crafted poem.

Fu Mingyuan's face showed a faint hint of anger, yet her beauty remained undiminished, adding a few more captivating charms. "Yan Kaiting, can't you at least achieve something? What is this 'everyone'? You carry yourself as if you are above the heavens, but aren't you just a performer after all..."

When the other party, apart from a very young girl who cast a glance at Yan Kaiti, revealed a hint of subtle disdain, the other three young men remained expressionless. The tall man at the forefront even slightly nodded in greeting during the moment of eye contact, leaving Fu Mingyuan with no excuse to express her anger

Those living by the stream regard gold and jade as mere dirt, yet those managing flower boats cannot solely rely on the northwestern winds. Moreover, Yan Kaiting is a legitimate master craftsman, unlike those powerless scions of noble families. In the territory of Yujing, it is not appropriate to show him too little respect.

Following the sound, one could see a boat shaped like an orchid blooming gliding across the wide river surface, effortlessly making its way to the shore in just a few moments.

Certainly, discussing the Dao with a beautiful person requires more than just superficial knowledge. Logically speaking, Yan Kaitiang has already reached the level of a master practitioner; even if he is merely at the first stage of separation, he has at least begun to glimpse the realm of the Dao, which should be more than sufficient compared to ordinary practitioners

At this moment, everyone discovered that a group of people had appeared nearby, consisting of three men and one woman. Their attire and appearance were all remarkable, and the magical tools and weapons they carried were not ordinary items.

However, Mrs. Fu Er is unable to deal with Yan Kaitiang. It is perfectly acceptable for her to vent her frustrations on their companions. Even if some of them possess higher cultivation than her, would they dare to retaliate? Therefore, similarly, even if she were to strike, it would be in vain.

The experience of Yan in court can only give one the impression that having high insight is not as good as having good luck, and having strong talent is not as good as having ample protection

The young girl had a pair of bright eyes as captivating as autumn waters, her waist slender enough to be grasped with one hand. She bore a sword that radiated a brilliant light, contrasting the cold hardness of the weapon with the delicate softness of her waist, creating a breathtaking beauty.