The Great Martial Saint!

"The Hundred Flowers Dance! It has begun! The Hundred Flowers Banquet has begun!"

"It's such a big scene right from the start!"

"You have no experience! This is just the beginning. When those courtesans really perform on stage, that will be the real big scene."

"Look, it's Fairy Youlan!"

"Really? Fairy Youlan was ranked in the top three in the last beauty contest. If it wasn't Fairy Yunmeng, the winner would have been Fairy Baihua."

"Fairy Youlan is truly a beauty!"

"Tsk! Why are you pretending? Can you see clearly from such a distance?!"

"I am accomplished in martial arts and have amazing eyesight, but this won't work!"

"At such a long distance, with so many pleasure boats blocking the view, even if you are at the Xuan Guang realm, you still can't see clearly! What? Are you trying to say that you have already reached the Xuan Guang realm? Then who is this new talent you are? Tell us so that we can broaden our horizons."

"Fuck you, don't you give me face?"

"I hate people like you who pretend the most. It's fine if you pretend, but you can't pretend to be clear. If you have the ability to pretend, don't be afraid of being exposed!"

"Pretending? Am I pretending? I'm just creating an atmosphere, you coward!"

"Are you looking for trouble?"

"Alright, alright, stop arguing. The most important thing is to watch the fairy perform!"

"He deserves a beating!"

"Who are you talking about?"

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In a brothel on the bank, there was a lot of noise. Chen Pingan sat by the window, holding a white porcelain cup, looking at the scene at the misty ferry in the distance.

Several large pleasure boats were arranged to form a huge stage, surrounded by numerous cruise ships and pleasure boats, all enjoying the opening song and dance of the flowers together.

The dancers on the pleasure boats had their long sleeves fluttering and their skirts flying. Strings and orchestras seemed to be coming from all directions, and the clear and melodious sounds reached everyone's ears.

Although they were a long way away from the large pleasure boat at the Misty Rain Ferry, they could still clearly hear the singing of the singers.

Although the sound is not bad, the picture quality is much worse.

Not to mention the long distance, there were too many obstacles in the middle, which greatly affected the entire viewing experience. But there was nothing that could be done. Without the qualifications to enter the boat and officially attend the Hundred Flowers Banquet, being able to find such a place in this brothel on the shore was enough to be envied by most people.

"Mr. Chen, although watching a performance here is not as good as taking a pleasure boat, it is a rare enjoyment along the coast."

Opposite Chen Pingan sat a young man in white, with a thin face and regular features, but not ostentatious. This man was the one who had just called Chen Pingan, and seeing that Chen Pingan was alone here, he wanted to make friends with him.

Chen Ping'an originally planned to go directly on the boat to meet the Xue family and make some noise, but at the last minute, Chen Ping'an changed his mind.

Everything should be done with courtesy and propriety. He couldn't cause trouble without a reason. He had to have a good reason. It was still early before the trading meeting started, so he still had a lot of time. Since he had time, he would just play with them.

He will appear on stage again when the Hundred Flowers Banquet begins. After so many years, it is time for him to be in the spotlight.

Chen Pingan drank the wine in his hand and turned his attention back to the man in white in front of him.

During the previous conversation, he knew the other party's identity. According to him, he was a member of the Xu family's collateral branch, named Xu Zhiqi. He heard about the Hundred Flowers Banquet and planned to join in the fun.

He originally came here with his younger brother, but his younger brother committed a crime yesterday and was put in solitary confinement by the family elders, so the seat he had reserved in advance became empty.

"It's really good." Chen Pingan smiled faintly and said, "If you ask me, watching a performance here should be almost the same as watching it on a cruise ship or a pleasure boat."

What Chen Ping'an said was true. He was spiritually strong and had amazing eyesight. Even though the place was far away, the singing and dancing in the distance were clearly visible to him.

With his eyesight, let alone this place, he can see clearly even if it is farther away.

This place was chosen by Xu Zhiqi, so Chen Pingan's praise of this place was naturally equivalent to praising Xu Zhiqi. In response to Chen Pingan's words, Xu Zhiqi humbly bowed.

"Brother Chen, thank you for your praise."

Although Xu Zhiqi is a member of the Xu family, he is not highly regarded in the family as a collateral branch. Otherwise, with the prestige of the Xu family in Canglongzhou City, he would not be unable to even get the qualification to enter the pleasure boat.

However, he had a talent since he was young, which made him live a good life in his family. His intuition was sharp, and he could almost instinctively make the best choice in many matters. Although this intuition was just his imagination most of the time and was not necessarily accurate.

And they are often fleeting, sometimes effective and sometimes not, but over the years, they have brought him great benefits.

Just when he was about to move to step into the brothel, he accidentally saw Chen Pingan's back in the crowd. Almost instinctively, an idea emerged in his mind to invite the other party in.

Before Xu Zhiqi could think deeply about it, the thought disappeared, as if everything was just an imaginary thought.

However, Xu Zhiqi, who has many years of experience, does not intend to give it up and plans to give it a try first.

That's why he took the action just now and took the initiative to come forward and talk.

After a few greetings, things went unexpectedly smoothly and I successfully invited the other party in.

During the meal, he looked at the other person again and again while drinking. Apart from the other person's noble demeanor, he didn't see anything special about him.

This made him secretly guess in his heart, wondering whether the feeling just now was an intuition or a random fantasy.

Thinking of this, Xu Zhiqi began to have some tentative thoughts. However, before he started to probe, the conversation at the tables nearby informed them of this.

"Just watching from a distance, I feel so shocked. How much more enjoyable it would be if I were on a pleasure boat!"

"Yes, if I were lucky enough to be on those large pleasure boats and watch fairies and beauties perform, I would be happy even if it meant I could live a few years less!"

"That's enough, that's enough, that's enough! No matter how beautiful this lady is, she is not as important as her life!"

"Not at all! I tell you, this face-to-face performance is an excellent experience, it is incomparable to watching from a distance! Some people just say the grapes are sour, they obviously don't have the qualifications to go, but they try to make excuses and say it's the same here."

"That makes sense. If we were there, we would have the chance to have the Oiran Fairy accompany us for drinks!"

"The Oiran Fairy is drinking with you? Don't make me laugh, is this your character?"

"Hahaha, even if we're at the scene, the Oiran Fairy won't accompany just anyone! It's already a great fortune to be able to toast her with a glass of wine from afar!"

"It's good to toast! If I had such an experience, I could brag about it for a whole year!"

"I'm telling you, it doesn't really matter whether we're there or not. Look at the Misty Rain Boat. If a nobleman spends a fortune, he can still get the courtesan to come to his house and drink with him! If you have the financial resources, you can do the same here!"

"You are talking nonsense! If I had the financial resources, would I still be here!?"

"Hey, hey, hey! Brother, there's something behind what you said!"

"Everyone has their own opinion!"

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Although the people around him were bragging, joking, and chatting, some of the words they used contained a subtle hint of mockery towards Chen Pingan.

Just like the saying that if you can't eat the grapes, you say they are sour, it is exactly the same as what Chen Ping'an said that it is the same to appreciate them here.

Xu Zhiqi was quick to react and he immediately made the connection. He glanced at Chen Pingan and breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that he was looking outside contentedly.

No matter what, Chen Ping'an was also his invited guest. If he heard gossip here and felt unhappy, he would feel a little guilty.

"Brother Chen, I wonder who will be the flower fairy tonight?" Xu Zhiqi changed the subject and chatted with Chen Pingan.

Chen Pingan held the wine glass and admired the beautiful scenery outside the window.

"Brother Xu, you will know after tonight."

"Haha, that's true." Xu Zhiqi laughed.

The two chatted casually, and the discussion on the side was quite lively.

Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each courtesan, fantasize about the courtesan's drinking and banquets, imagine the decadent life in the misty painted boat, and so on and so forth.

During the conversation, he mentioned Fairy Yunmeng again, saying that Fairy Yunmeng was unparalleled in beauty, outshining all the other courtesans in Misty Rain. He also mentioned the words of combing and sweeping, wondering what kind of person could enjoy such a beautiful and graceful appearance.

Chen Pingan had heard countless words like this, so he naturally didn't care about what he was hearing from others.

However, during the conversation, the topic changed and they mentioned that this was mostly gossip from gossipers and it was very likely a rumor. If Fairy Yunmeng won the title of Fairy of Flowers again, her wealth and status would increase and she would make a fortune every day. How could she give up the Misty Rain Boat so easily?

Not to mention the words of winning over, even asking Fairy Yunmeng to drink with him would probably be extremely difficult.

These words actually attracted the interest of people at other tables, who asked what this meant.

Seeing that the eyes were attracted, the speaker naturally felt very proud and spoke a lot.

"You may not know that Fairy Yunmeng has never been to a banquet since her debut!"

As soon as this statement was made, everyone was surprised and surprised. Soon someone raised doubts.

"That's unlikely! There are so many nobles in the state capital, and Fairy Yunmeng's reputation is widely known. How could no one have this idea?"

"The dignitaries of the state capital? Everyone, don't you know the owner behind this Misty Rain Boat?" The person who spoke looked around and said, "Who would dare to use any tricks without the owner's approval?"

Some people who knew the inside story quickly realized it. However, there were also a few people who didn't understand what was going on, but after being quietly reminded by others, they soon understood it.

Canglong Xue family!

With the power of the Xue family, who would dare to really embarrass Fairy Yunmeng if they don’t agree?

"Brother Chen, what you said is true. Fairy Yunmeng has always had a rule that you can present gifts and toast, but you will never accompany others in drinking! Many people in the state city know about this! The reason why it has not been widely circulated is that those who have access to this information are mostly senior gourmets, and they will not casually tell others when they have nothing to do."

Xu Zhiqi listened carefully, smiling, and explained to Chen Pingan. "I see." Chen Pingan nodded slightly and said with a smile: "Then I wonder if she will break her rules at the Hundred Flowers Banquet tonight?"

"Tonight, at the Baihua Banquet, there are many distinguished guests, especially those who can go on the Misty Rain Painting Boat. They are the top figures. It is not appropriate for the Misty Rain Painting Boat to favor one over another, and it is not appropriate to arrange anyone to accompany the drinking. Rather than offending many people, it is better not to arrange anyone.

I think this rule won’t break!”

Xu Zhiqi said with certainty.

"That's the case." Chen Pingan smiled faintly, "What a pity."

Hearing this, Xu Zhiqi couldn't help showing a hint of surprise on his face, and asked curiously: "I wonder, Brother Chen, why is it a pity?"

Chen Pingan looked relaxed, and spoke slowly: "Brother Xu, you don't know that I came here today for Yunmeng. If she has such rules, wouldn't it be a pity?"

Xu Zhiqi was stunned for a moment, then he came to his senses and laughed: "Brother Chen has great ambitions and lofty aspirations. I am far inferior to him. I admire you!"

After that, Xu Zhiqi raised the wine glass in his hand and toasted: "Come on, Brother Chen, I'll toast you a glass."

Chen Ping'an had just raised his glass and hadn't answered yet when laughter and chatter were heard beside him.

"This guy is really interesting! He can't even see Fairy Yunmeng, but he's still worried about the rules! Is this something he should care about? Not to mention us, even the distinguished guests on the large pleasure boats who were present at the scene didn't dare to think about this!"

"My dear brother, don't get excited. Don't get excited. People just brag and talk nonsense casually. It won't cause any trouble!"

"Look how serious he is! What's so casual about that? I think there are many people who don't know how to do things, but this is the first time I've seen someone like him."

"Brother, talk less. We came out here to have fun, so don't cause trouble!" someone advised.

"Haha, I was just wondering why others were pretending, but I didn't expect that someone next to me was pretending! Whether there are rules for Fairy Yunmeng is another matter, but even an ordinary toast is not something that everyone can enjoy! Look at all the distinguished guests on the Misty Rain Boat, but how many of them can get this honor? You didn't even understand the previous steps, but you're thinking of reaching the sky in one step! That's wishful thinking!" Someone else echoed, with an indignant tone.

We all live in the same building. Who knows how capable you are? Why are you pretending to be so high and mighty?
"You guys are too harsh. We are all here to have fun, but you don't allow us to think about something we can't do? Is that fun!?"

"Hahaha, that makes sense, that makes sense. Of course we can think about it! Come on, brothers, let's think about it together. Should we let Fairy Youlan accompany us for drinks, or should we let Fairy Yunmeng dance?"

"I think you can't figure it out! Of course it's two fairies together!"

"Hahaha, that's interesting!"

"I say, thinking about this is a bit far-fetched and unrealistic. Why not think about improving the viewing environment first, and go on the cruise ship to watch it! If there is a chance, you can even get close to the fairies!?"

"Close contact? How close?" someone teased with a smirk on his face.

"How close can it be? If there's a chance, then of course we'll get as close as possible!" As someone spoke, his eyes lit up and he even started to have wild thoughts in his head.

"Alright, alright, stop imagining things! To be honest, not to mention that you weren't there, even if you were there, you wouldn't have the energy to get close to the fairies. Do you really think there's no one around? If you move a little, a group of people will be watching you! If you go too far, you won't know how you died! There's no need for the people from the Misty Rain Boat to take action. Those descendants of big families and famous masters can kill you with just a few words! And you can even get in close contact with them? You're just daydreaming!"

"Hey, although I don't want to admit it, to be honest, it seems to be like this. Now I am talking about Huan, if there is really a chance there, I am afraid I won't dare to move at all!"

"Why are you saying these depressing words? I've already said it's just fantasy. Just thinking about it makes you happy, that's enough! Why think so much about other things!"

"You're right. Although reality is harsh, we still need dreams! Life is hard enough, how can we not dream about it? Don't you agree?"

"Brother, what you said makes sense. For this, I toast you a glass!"

"you are welcome."

"Come, come, drink, drink."

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Amid the discussions, Chen Pingan remained calm. He raised his glass, clinked it with Xu Zhiqi's, and drank it all in one gulp.

Although there were faint sneering remarks from those around him, Chen Pingan remained calm and didn't take it seriously, just drinking his wine.

Xu Zhiqi couldn't help but look up to Chen Pingan. Apart from anything else, just his skill in cultivating his Qi was enough to make him admire him.

Misty painted boat, private room on the top floor.

"Big sister, what's going on with this Mang Dao? Is he planning to stand us up?"

As the opening song and dance of the Hundred Flowers Banquet was coming to an end and the first courtesan was about to go on stage to perform, but the Rough Blade Chen Pingan had not yet arrived, Xue Guangyu couldn't help but feel a little indignant, his tone full of resentment.

"You are so frivolous and impetuous. What a mess." Xue Zirou scolded.

"Sister, it's the Rough Knife that hasn't arrived, why are you scolding me?"

Xue Guangyu couldn't help feeling aggrieved, and even stopped calling his elder sister.

Xue Zirou glanced at him and said nothing.

Mang Dao behaves in a rude and reckless manner, but he has never been heard to break his promise!

莽刀
Xue Zirou looked at the prosperous scene outside the painted boat, her thoughts flying and her hair fluttering.

Canglong cares for the family.

"Senior Night Owl."

Gu Qingchan's voice is like the sound of flowing spring water, fresh and sweet, with a hint of quietness, like a wisp of light smoke, floating slowly.

She raised her head and gazed at the bright moon in the night sky. The moon's light fell on her eyebrows and eyes, and on her clear eyes like autumn water.

The moonlight was dim, Gu Qingchan's thoughts were far away and her face was full of anticipation.

In a little while, she would be able to meet Senior Night Owl. Thinking of this, Gu Qingchan's calm mood was slightly excited.

Emotions are only one aspect; the bigger part lies in the practice of martial arts!
The last time she met Night Owl, she failed to successfully outline the image of destiny, but the close contact between them made her practice of Xuannv's mind method unimpeded. However, in just over a month, she had completely consolidated her previous realm, and even had a tendency to go further.

If she meets tonight, no matter what the result is, she may be able to break through the barrier and go one step further!
Her understanding of Xuannv's mind method became more profound as she practiced the Dao with emotions and placed her emotions in it. Her martial arts foundation was like a seedling breaking through the soil, growing vigorously under the watering of emotions and Dao.

If it continues like this, one day it will grow into a towering tree!
Through the practice of martial arts, she has embarked on a path that will lead her to great heights!
One is talent!
The second is opportunity!

Three is the technique!

Four is the mind and nature!
Five is accumulation!

It is said in the world that Gu Qingchan, the master of the Ice Soul Needle, has the appearance of a damsel in distress, and this may not be false!

Becoming a queen and holding power may become a reality one day.

Chen Pingan took a look at the prosperous scene at the Misty Rain Ferry. At this time, there was a lot of noise outside, with excited shouts mixed together.

The Hundred Flowers Banquet had already started for quite some time, and several courtesans participating in the competition had already come on stage. There had been several small climaxes in the middle, attracting many wealthy customers to spend large sums of money.

"It's almost time."

Chen Pingan poured himself a glass of wine. There was constant laughter and chatter around him. People were still talking and commenting on the courtesans on the stage and imagining the wonderful details.

"Brother Xu, this glass of wine is for you, thank you for your hospitality!"

Chen Pingan raised the wine glass in his hand and gestured.

"Brother Xu, I want to go to the Misty Rain Boat to take a look. Brother Xu, do you want to come with me?"

Xu Zhiqi was stunned, thinking Chen Pingan was joking.

Before he could answer, someone around him heard Chen Ping'an's words and couldn't help laughing.

"If Brother Xu has no intention, then Chen will go alone."

The people around laughed even louder.

What a brat who doesn't know his own limitations!

Not to mention that the Hundred Flowers Banquet has already begun, even if it hasn't started yet, how can one get on this misty pleasure boat just because one wants to?

Is this kid trying to make them laugh?!
"Brother Chen, what are you doing?" Xu Zhiqi looked surprised and puzzled.

"Brother Xu, I want to see if the Fairy Yunmeng is as beautiful as the rumors say. I also want to see what the Fairy Yunmeng is like tonight..."

Chen Pingan slowly stood up and drank the wine in his hand.

"Can you please break the rules for Chen?"

As soon as Chen Ping'an finished speaking, there was a burst of laughter all around.

what! ?

Xu Zhiqi was a little confused, and for a moment he thought he didn't hear clearly. He looked at Chen Pingan, trying to see if he was joking on his face.

Chen Ping'an had a calm expression. He slowly turned around and smiled at Xu Zhiqi.

Many people had mocking expressions and teasing eyes, looking at this ignorant boy with great interest.

Let Fairy Yunmeng break the rules! ?

Even fairy tales wouldn’t dare to write this!
hum~
A pale blue light lit up, instantly illuminating the entire room.

The laughter in the room suddenly stopped, as if an invisible hand had strangled their throats. The smiles on everyone's faces froze instantly, and their faces were filled with disbelief and astonishment.

"This is."

Xu Zhiqi's mouth opened wide, his face full of shock and bewilderment. This sudden scene made him lose his mind and stood there in a daze.

PS: I revised it several times, it’s too late. (End of this chapter)