Endure, only endure.
She closed her eyes, waiting for the sword to pierce her body.
"bite."
The metal struck the stone, producing a piercing sound. She opened her eyes and saw a dazzling flash of light. Turning back, she saw Liu Wushuang stiffen and collapse into the arms of the person who had come to her.
This man had long, slightly wavy hair, with a few loose strands draped over his shoulders. He had a masculine appearance, yet he also possessed a dashing and romantic air.
"It's been years since we last met. How are you, Wushuang?" The deep, masculine voice made Liu Wushuang blush.
The wind was gentle, the clouds were drifting, and the east was just beginning to lighten; the scenery was perfect. Everyone held their breath, waiting for the lovers to display their affection and witness the blossoming romance, but then Sanqing suddenly appeared.
"My disciple is already married, so please, Young Master Qiyang, show some respect." With a flick of her finger, the nun released Liu Wushuang's pressure points from a distance.
What a pity! Everyone present sighed.
Yu Zigui had already gotten up from the ground and found a very safe place to stand.
"Your nephew?" she asked the "shield" in front of her.
"What?" Shangguan Yi smiled and glanced at her, seemingly casual yet unwavering. "Does Zigui like it?"
Even if she were incredibly oblivious, she could see that smile concealed a knife, ready to strike at any moment. Driven by her survival instincts, she almost instantly found the answer to stay alive.
"dislike."
His handsome eyes looked on with amusement.
Want to get to the bottom of things? Fine, she'll satisfy the devil's curiosity.
"You're too late." She glared at Xiao Kuang resentfully. "I almost got stabbed by a sword."
Upon hearing this, Shangguan Yi burst into uncontrollable laughter, leaving everyone bewildered.
He suddenly stopped and bowed slightly: "Master, it's been a long time."
“Young Master’s safe return is truly a blessing to the martial world,” Sanqing said kindly.
"Whether it's a blessing or a curse, I don't know." With a gentle look in her eyes, Shangguan Yi glanced to her side, "It's just thanks to Zigui."
She cursed the evil spirits behind her back, but her smile was forced and insincere.
"So, what Yu said is all true?"
"Every word is true." Once he spoke, the effect was naturally different.
"It turns out we misunderstood Miss Yu."
"A gentleman should not hold a grudge against a petty person. Please do not take yesterday's misunderstanding to heart."
"A prime minister's belly can hold a boat, and Miss Yu will not stoop to our level!"
Overnight, from Silver Demon to young lady to female knight, people in the martial arts world not only mastered the art of changing their stance with ease, but also did so without leaving a trace.
She was truly impressed.
Meanwhile, Yu Zigui was busy helping up the apologetic Master Jia, comforting the scholar Yi who wanted to write a letter of apology in blood, and stopping the Taoist Bing who wanted to cut off his arm to atone for his sins, when he heard a strong male voice coming from outside the inn.
"It's good that Young Master Shangguan is alright."
Hearing this, her heart sank slightly.
Then Shangguan Yi greeted him warmly, saying, "I'm sorry to trouble Master Wei."
"Young Master was robbed at my Jade Sword Manor. If anything had happened to him, how could I explain it to the martial world? I'm sure you already know that my daughter-in-law's fellow disciples suffered a terrible fate. All of this happened at my son's wedding banquet, which fills me with unbearable guilt and unease..."
Yu Zigui was somewhat surprised. She had sketched out Wei Baizhong's appearance countless times in her mind, but she never expected that this treacherous and cunning villain would have such a handsome and upright appearance.
Indeed, appearances can be deceiving.
"Is this Miss Yu from the Heavenly Dragon Sect?" Wei Bai asked with concern.
If she had faced this person ten years ago, she would have been unable to suppress her murderous intent.
Five years ago, she had to cut her palm to maintain her composure.
And now—
"Junior Yu Zigui greets Master Wei."
She can now face things with a smile.
"On behalf of all those who wander the martial world, I thank Miss Yu."
"How could I dare?" She bowed deeply, filled with trepidation.
To gain the trust of others, one must first deceive oneself. She did this exceptionally well, concealing her insincerity as genuine affection.
"If it weren't for you bringing back Young Master Shangguan, who knows how much turmoil would have ensued in the martial world." Wei Bai said earnestly, looking as if he were concerned about the country and its people. "You have made a great contribution this time."
"You flatter me, Master Wei."
Wei Baizhong nodded with satisfaction and asked casually, "How old are you this year, young lady? How old were you when you joined the sect?"
"I was originally a little beggar. Before I joined the master's sect, I was always hungry and never had anything to eat. In the end, it was my master who looked at my appearance and guessed my age to give me food." She answered with a smile, then asked as if she remembered something, "By the way, have my master and senior brother gone back?"
"Master Wang and his party are still guests at this manor."