Chapter 127, The Queen of Yin presents a gift to please her
"Impossible! Absolutely impossible! How could two people destroy tens of thousands of troops? This is simply nonsense!"
"They were not an army of tens of thousands, but bandits. As for bandits, we know their quality. We did not kill the bandits, but defeated them and killed their leaders."
"That's impossible. No matter how weak the bandits are, tens of thousands of them can still kill an elephant. Moreover, as far as I know, the four major bandits still have thousands of veteran elite thieves who have fought many battles. If the veteran thieves lead the battle and command the miscellaneous soldiers, they can still defeat the three great masters together."
"If the bandits roar in the camp at night, and the whole army is in chaos and killing each other, what if the two of us take advantage of the opportunity to sneak in and kill their leader?"
"That's possible. But it's still too incredible. How could it be such a coincidence that they happened to encounter the whole army's roar? Besides, Cao Yinglong and the other four bandit leaders are not simple people. Their martial arts are very powerful."
"So, Ouyang Feng and Shan Wanjing are simply ridiculously strong."
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"I originally thought that it was already remarkable that Ouyang Feng could make the Yuwen clan withdraw the bounty and openly admit defeat. But I didn't expect that he could actually accomplish such a feat of destroying an entire army with two men! It's truly terrifying."
"And there is the Dongming Princess Shan Wanjing. It is said that she has amazing swordsmanship. She once killed the Demon Hidden Bian Bufu with one sword in Weihu Lake. This time, she teamed up with Ouyang Feng to kill the four bandits... I heard that some people in the martial arts world have listed her as one of the four great young masters in the world, along with the amorous young man Hou Xibai, the shadow assassin Yang Xuyan, and the Dugu clan's Dugu Feng."
"What about Ouyang Feng? Wasn't it said before that Ouyang Feng was the world's number one young master, ranked above Hou Xibai and Yang Xuyan?"
"Ouyang Feng... although he is young, he can no longer be counted among the young masters. Only famous masters like Li Mi, Du Fuwei, Dou Jiande, and the four clan leaders can be compared with him. However, judging from the fact that the Yuwen clan openly admitted defeat, even among the four clan leaders, perhaps only Song Que, the 'Heavenly Blade', can truly suppress Ouyang Feng. But this may only be temporary, because Ouyang Feng is too young, and God knows how far he can grow in the future. Grandmaster of martial arts may not be his final destination."
"Hiss - the young are really formidable..."
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On the second floor of a famous restaurant called "Jiaxianglou" in Xiangyang, there are several tables of guests dressed as martial artists, both young and old, who are drinking and eating while chatting.
The topic they were discussing most was Ouyang Feng and Shan Wanjing, who were rumored to have defeated the enemy and killed four major bandits including Cao Yinglong.
In the world of Shuanglong, because there are too many masters and there are various means of transmitting information such as spirit birds and spirit eagles, news spreads very quickly. In addition, Xiangyang County is just to the north of Jingling County and is adjacent to Jingling. The two counties drink water from the Han River, so news naturally comes even faster.
When Ouyang Feng and Shan Wanjing leisurely entered Xiangyang, the news had already spread throughout the city.
Ouyang Feng, who already had a great reputation, once again became a hot topic among the martial arts people. Shan Wanjing was also used by some old guys to teach the younger generation a lesson and became "someone else's child."
At this moment, in the corner of the second floor, at a table by the window, a man and a woman were having a leisurely meal. Hearing the discussions of the martial artists, the beautiful, heroic young girl in white smiled sweetly, with a hint of satisfaction in her eyes.
"Sir, Wan Jing has also become famous."
She whispered to the man in white opposite her.
"I'm just one of the 'Four Young Masters'. There's nothing to be proud of."
Ouyang Feng didn't care and said it lightly.
Shan Wanjing's lips curled up slightly, smiling:
"After all, this is the first time that I'm not mentioned because of my identity as the daughter of Madam Dongming, or even praised. Let Wanjing be a little proud."
Although the Dongming Sect is isolated overseas, it has earned the reputation of being one of the "Eight Gangs and Ten Associations". Madam Dongming is also famous in the world for her martial arts, beauty, and ability to start from scratch and create a great sect.
As the daughter of Madam Dongming, Shan Wanjing would naturally be mentioned occasionally by people in the martial arts world, but in the past she was just mentioned as a pendant of "Madam Dongming" and was only mentioned casually.
But now, she has been able to become one of the "four great young masters" in the world based on her strength.
"Next, I will take over your reputation and become the world's number one young master."
"Very good. It just so happens that you have to go to Luoyang first on your journey north, so you can go and challenge Dugu Feng of the Dugu clan."
"Hey, that's what I was thinking..."
As he was speaking, quick footsteps were heard from the stairs, and then three figures appeared in the stairwell. They looked around and walked quickly towards the table where Ouyang Feng and Shan Wanjing were sitting.
When the other diners on the second floor saw the three men, they all bowed and greeted them, calling them "Longtou Qian, Mr. Ling, and Mr. Jin."
It was obvious that the visitor was the leader of the Hanshui School, Qian Duguan, the wielder of double swords, and Lingfeng, the golden and silver spears in his left and right hands, and the fat evil spirit Jinbo.
Qian Duguan was a very tactful person, with a warm smile on his face, nodding his head repeatedly to respond to the guests' greetings. Ling Feng and Jin Bo followed Qian Duguan expressionlessly until they came to the table of Ouyang Feng and Shan Wanjing. Only then did they smile humbly, and together with Qian Duguan, they bowed and whispered:
"Qian Duguan (Jin Bo, Ling Feng) pays homage to Master Ouyang and Princess Dongming."
Ouyang Feng glanced at them and said, "You are well-informed. Wan Jing and I have just entered the city and you already knew about it."
Qian Duguan smiled and said, "The last time Master Ouyang came to my house, many Hanshui Sect disciples had seen Master Ouyang. This time, it was just a coincidence that a disciple was doing work near the city gate and recognized Master Ouyang at a glance. He immediately went to report to me. I dare not neglect it, so I hurried over to greet him."
After a pause, he said sincerely:
"You two are welcome here. As the host, I should give you my best hospitality. I kindly ask you to move to my house so that I can show my hospitality."
Shan Wanjing snorted softly and whispered:
"The Queen of Yin ordered you to do that?"
Qian Duguan said sincerely:
"Princess, please understand. The Queen Mother did instruct that if I see you two, I must receive you carefully. However, I also really admire Master Ouyang and the princess. Even if the Queen Mother did not instruct me, I would still treat you with all my heart."
As he said this, he looked at the two of them eagerly, with an expectant look on his face.
Ouyang Feng shook his head and put down his chopsticks. "Well, it's been hard these past few days, sleeping in the open and eating out. I'll go to your house and rest for a while."
Qian Duguan was overjoyed and quickly signaled Ling Feng to pay the bill for the two of them. Then he respectfully escorted the two of them to the stairwell.
As the leader of a faction and the richest man in Xiangyang, Qian Duguan was a well-known figure in Xiangyang County. The diners on the second floor were surprised to see him being so respectful to the young couple, and secretly speculated about the origins of the young couple.
After all, there are no photos or videos in this world that can be spread all over the world. Although Ouyang Feng and Shan Wanjing have become more and more famous recently, not many people have seen them. Those who know their reputations may not be able to recognize them in person.
Especially since Shan Wanjing had not worn her usual crimson and purple outfit recently, but had changed into a white outfit of the same color as Ouyang Feng, and the two of them had deliberately kept a low profile and restrained their aura, ordinary people in the martial arts world would not have thought that these two were the protagonists of their heated discussion. It was not until the two of them walked towards the stairs under the respectful greeting of Qian Duguan, Jin Bo, and Ling Feng, and looked at Ouyang Feng's tall and straight figure, his heroic and tough facial features with a few Western characteristics, and then looked at Shan Wanjing's exquisite and picturesque appearance, and not lacking in heroic spirit, that everyone realized something.
"His facial features have Western characteristics, and he likes to wear white clothes. Could it be..."
The diners who guessed Ouyang Feng's identity gasped. They never expected that the person they had been talking about loudly for a while was actually sitting on the same floor of the restaurant with them.
For a moment, everyone looked in awe as they watched the two men leave.
Many diners nervously recalled whether they had said any offensive words during previous discussions. Only after they were sure that there were no offensive words, only compliments, did they breathe a sigh of relief.
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When they arrived at Qian Duguan's residence, Qian Duguan had indeed held a grand banquet, with all kinds of delicacies from land and sea served at a variable price, and he entertained the two of them very well.
After the banquet, he personally sent the two of them to an elegant courtyard to rest, and before leaving, he said mysteriously:
"The Queen has also prepared gifts for the two of you. Someone will come and present them to you later."
After Qian Duguan left, Shan Wanjing said with great interest:
"Sir, what gift do you think the Queen has prepared for us?"
Although she hated Queen Yin and knew that she was cold-blooded and heartless and that everything she did had a purpose, she was still a blood relative after all, so Shan Wanjing still had some expectations for Queen Yin's gift.
"No need to guess." Ouyang Feng put his hands behind his back and walked towards the small building in the courtyard, "Anyway, we will see each other soon."
Shan Wanjing followed him with a cheerful step, her hair swinging, and asked with a smile:
"Aren't you curious at all, sir?"
"I am a little curious, but I am too lazy to guess."
Shan Wanjing knew Ouyang Feng's temper well, so she didn't get angry with him and said in a crisp voice:
"I guess it might be a weapon. The Yin Gui Sect has a long history and rich collections. Maybe they will give me a precious sword and give you a precious knife."
For martial artists who are good at using weapons, a useful magic weapon can be said to be more practical than any gift.
Ouyang Feng nodded slightly without comment: "Maybe."
"Of course, it could also be a martial arts secret book. The Yin Gui Sect has a lot of excellent martial arts, and they are not limited to evil ways, there are also many upright martial arts. It could also be a panacea to increase your strength. But I dare not eat the panacea sent by the Yin Queen..."
As they talked, they entered the small building. Before they could go upstairs to take a look around, a soft and graceful female voice sounded at the door of the small building:
"I am Bai Qing'er, following the orders of my master, to deliver gifts to Master Ouyang and Princess Dongming."
Bai Qing'er?
Did Queen Yin send her two disciples?
Ouyang Feng remained calm and said calmly:
"Come in."
Light footsteps were heard, and a graceful figure walked in slowly and elegantly, holding a tray in both hands.
Shan Wanjing looked curiously and saw that the girl who called herself Bai Qing'er had beautiful long, shiny black hair, which made her skin look unusually white, giving people a crystal clear and faintly glowing feeling - shiny black hair and shiny white skin are the characteristics of the Yingui School's magic power. Her mother Shan Meixian also has such characteristics, which are particularly obvious at night.
Bai Qing'er's appearance was extremely delicate and beautiful. Although her clothes were elegant and pleasant, giving people the impression of being reserved and dignified, her bright and beautiful eyes full of affection, combined with her charming demeanor that seemed to be born with a bit of shyness, even though Shan Wanjing was a woman, could not help but develop an inexplicable desire to protect her, and a strange feeling that she could not bear to let her get hurt.
With Bai Qing'er's appearance and temperament, even if they knew her true identity as a "sinister witch", many men would probably find it difficult to resist her charm and would be willing to bow down at her feet and become her protectors.
"Witch! Fox demon!"
Shan Wanjing snorted in her heart, remembering what Queen Yin said that day, that she supported Ouyang Feng in competing for the world, and demanded that she be made Queen, and Queen Yin's two disciples be made Imperial Concubines. She felt a little unhappy in her heart, and the look she gave Bai Qing'er was full of hostility.
Bai Qing'er seemed to be unaware of Shan Wanjing's hostility. She came to the two of them with a tray and bowed to them. A touching smile appeared on her beautiful face, and she said softly:
"Master Ouyang, Your Highness Princess, this is the gift that Master prepared for you two."
Ouyang Feng took a look into the tray and saw several rolls of silk inside. He picked up one and unfolded it, and found it was a sword manual copied in beautiful handwriting. Although he didn't know its specific origin, judging from its mental method and sword techniques, it was indeed a superior sword method that should not be underestimated.
Ouyang Feng handed the sword manual to Shan Wanjing, then picked up a scroll of silk and unfolded it. It was still the same elegant and graceful handwriting, but this time it was a book on swordsmanship, and it was the essence of the swordsmanship of "Ba Dao" Yue Shan.
"The Queen of Yin has something on her mind."
Ouyang Feng was quite satisfied with the gift from Queen Yin which suited his taste.
Even Shan Wanjing was attracted by the sword manual, and her hostility towards Bai Qing'er eased a lot.
Bai Qinger said softly:
"These gifts were prepared by Master himself for the two of you. Every word on them was also written down by Master himself."
Ouyang Feng took the tray, put it on the table, and said calmly:
"Please tell Queen Yin that Wan Jing and I are very satisfied with the gift she prepared. Please also thank Queen Yin on our behalf. It's getting late, and we should rest. Please go back, Miss Bai."
Please go back?
Bai Qing'er was slightly startled, then lowered her head and smiled shyly:
"In fact, Master's gifts are more than just these..."
Shan Wanjing asked curiously: "What else?"
Bai Qing'er glanced at Shan Wanjing, then looked at Ouyang Feng, her cheeks flushed with shame, her eyes were filled with more shame, and she said softly:
"In addition to these martial arts manuals, Qing'er herself is also a gift from Master to Master Ouyang..."
As she spoke, she prostrated herself before Ouyang Feng, her voice trembling as if filled with shame, "Master ordered Qing'er to follow you around and serve you...to take care of the princess's food and clothing, and to warm the bed for Master Ouyang."
Hearing this, Shan Wanjing's bright eyes opened wide, a sword light flashed in her pupils, and the hostility that had gradually eased came back again.
(End of this chapter)
