I began to understand the myriad things by chopping wood

To Xie Yuan, the night of lovemaking seemed like a dream.

Mu Chaoyun's performance was quite different from the previous times. She was obsessed and focused, intense and passionate. She didn't look like a fairy in the moon, but more like the goddess of Wushan, who came into Xie Yuan's dream.

It was not until noon that Xie Yuan slowly woke up from the wooden house. He could still smell the fragrance of passion and the warmth in his arms.

And Mu Chaoyun had disappeared like a dream.

Xie Yuan looked at the Bagua Lotus and Huanmeng Tianjing in front of him, and it took him a while to react.

Mu Chaoyun didn't get up to wash up first, nor did she arrange the flowers and plants outside the door. She also didn't gently push open the door to bring in the sunshine and breakfast, and gently call him to get up.

Instead, he really left suddenly without saying goodbye.

bang——

Xie Yuan rushed out of the room and searched the mountains within a radius of ten miles in an instant, but found nothing.

If Mu Chaoyun didn't want him to know his whereabouts, it would be difficult for him to find him.

"Why?"

Xie Yuan returned to the wooden house, frowning tightly.

Why did Mu Chaoyun leave without saying goodbye?

Recalling the subtle attachment and reluctance she had occasionally revealed along the way, as well as the unusually heavy clouds and rain last night, Xie Yuan realized belatedly that she seemed to have planned this all along.

But why?

She clearly said that the Mu family's affairs had been dealt with and she would accompany me from now on...

Xie Yuan looked at Tianjing Lian and felt a strong sense of uneasiness in his heart.

These two things have never left Mu Chaoyun's side. Especially the Eight Diagrams Lotus, which is the last item of the Mu family and is also very suitable for her martial arts, and is a major reliance of her combat power.

But they were all left to him.

"Why on earth? We had already agreed on this..."

Xie Yuan even felt a sense of panic and loneliness in his heart.

He remembered what Mu Chaoyun had said to him:

"Do you know the origin of the Tianqing Fruit?
"Our Mu family lives in seclusion and has little contact with outsiders. However, how can we survive for a thousand years relying on the strength of just one family?

“So we have always had ways to add fresh blood, and using the Azure Tree to select people is one of them.

"The Azure Tree has Yin and Yang. There is one in the clan land, and the other one you see is outside the clan land. They are a pair. The Azure Fruit of the Azure Tree is a rare treasure. It can improve bones, open meridians, and strengthen blood. Even people without martial arts talent can obtain the qualifications of a master by taking it. They are also a pair.

"However, the natural treasures are based on fate, and have always been owned by those with virtue. Even if others see the Tianqing Fruit falling on the ground, they cannot touch it, pick it up, or eat it. And if there is really an outsider who can eat it, then it means that they are destined to be with my Mu family, and they must be invited to the Mu family...

"So, I wanted to take it myself, but you ate it. And I was the only one left at home, so from then on, we were doomed.

"Just like the azure trees in and outside the tribe, they thrive and wither together, and live and die together."

That was Mu Chaoyun's confession to him, and also the beginning of their fate and entanglement.

But even though he had taken a pair, which was also the last pair, of Tianqing Fruits, Mu Chaoyun did not fulfill his promise, but left inexplicably.

Xie Yuan didn't believe that Mu Chaoyun left him, there must be some other reason.

A reason that perhaps he couldn't accept.

Xie Yuan silently put away the Tianjing Lotus and clenched his fists:
"I must find you."

His goal changed instantly, and finding Mu Chaoyun became his top priority. His inexplicable intuition told him that if he couldn't find Mu Chaoyun quickly, the consequences would be too much for him to bear.

It’s a pity that Mu Chaoyun wanted to hide his tracks. No one in the world could find him at this moment. Xie Yuan could only infer from clues.

After closing his eyes and thinking for a long time, Xie Yuan still didn't have a very definite clue, so he could only decide to go to the Mu family ruins in Beidu Mountain to see if Mu Chaoyun would go there.

This is in the same direction as Yunshan. If you can't find it, there is no need to delay going to Yunshan to obtain the Black Book.

The Black Book is naturally very important. It concerns the secrets of the way of heaven and the secrets of the great catastrophe. It is extremely important to Xie Yuan himself and the survival of the entire world.

In addition, you must always pay attention to the movements of the True Shadow Candlestick and not let the old monster Wu Dao Ji take the opportunity to revive.

Xie Yuan let out a long sigh, sorted out everything in his mind, and suppressed his unnecessary emotions.

Although everything was heavy and complicated, at this point, Xie Yuan naturally had to calm down and set off as soon as possible. His years of experience had given him the ability to do so, and he had no choice but to do so.

A stream of light rose up in the mountains and soon turned into a meteor in the sky, moving straight westward.

Bishui Village.

Zhao Sanyi was dancing with a hatchet on the hillside with great vigor.

But within a few days, he was able to perform the improved Wolf-Running Sword Technique very well. He felt the blood rushing and warmth flowing in his body, and he could obviously feel the improvement of his physical condition. He became even more excited and practiced more vigorously.

Zhao Sanyi had never practiced martial arts, but he had a vague feeling that this sword technique was probably not an ordinary one. At least it looked much better than those in the opera troupe who wielded guns and sticks. He felt even more respect and gratitude for Xie Yuan.

He was practicing tirelessly, doing it over and over again until he was exhausted.
"I can't practice anymore. Even if I practice again, I still won't be full with five black steamed buns. Although the villagers have helped us these days, it's not easy for everyone..."

He sighed, if only his family didn't have to worry about food, then he could practice martial arts happily. Unfortunately, at this time, not to mention his family, even the entire Bishui Village would probably have trouble supporting a martial artist without worries.

Zhao Sanyi was about to go downhill back to the village when he suddenly saw four strangers standing by the road, looking him up and down.

The four people were three men and one woman. They were of different ages and had different auras, but they definitely didn't look like villagers.

Although he was simply standing there, Zhao Sanyi felt as if those gazes were like sharp swords, piercing through him and stirring around his body, making him tremble all over and unable to move.

Beads of sweat instantly rolled down Zhao Sanyi's forehead. He gritted his teeth and reluctantly bowed his hands in a martial arts salute:

"Seniors, what can I do for you?"

The four of them were obviously a little surprised. The only tough girl smiled and said:
"He is a brave country boy. Well, let me ask you, who did you learn this sword technique from?"

Zhao Sanyi listened and changed his mind:
"Are these people here for the benefactor? Have they recognized the benefactor's swordsmanship? Are they enemies?"

The unscrupulous look in the other person's eyes made him feel that the other person had bad intentions. His heart sank slightly and several thoughts flashed through his mind in an instant.

Seeing his hesitation, the woman's eyes suddenly became sharp:

"Don't be cunning!"

The middle-aged man next to her was obviously a little irritated and impatient. He threw a silver ingot on the ground and said:
"Boy, this silver is enough for your whole village to have a full meal. Tell me, did you learn this sword technique from a handsome young man?"

Zhao Sanyi's face turned pale due to the powerful aura of the two men. He quickly glanced at the man and saw that he was dressed very similarly to the bodyguards passing by, and the big knife at his waist gave off a cold aura.

He immediately nodded and picked up the silver ingot from the ground, his face showing ecstasy:
"What a huge sum of silver! Sir, I say, I say! It was indeed a handsome young man who saved us from the bandits and taught me how to use a sword. Not only him, but he also had a fairy-like sister by his side."

When the four of them heard this, even the old man standing nearby looking at the scenery turned around and all of them were refreshed. It was really Xie Yuan!

These people were masters who were pursued from Jizhou. The man and woman who were talking were the two big escort chiefs of Huwei Escort Agency.

The woman immediately smiled and bowed respectfully to the old man holding the whisk:

"Thanks to Senior Dong Ming, our team was able to find Xie Yuan's whereabouts!"

The wise old man nodded and said in a reserved and calm manner:

"Everyone says that Xie Yuan is hard to find. I can figure out his whereabouts with just a few calculations."

He was disdainful in his heart, leaning against a big tree for shade, this Xie Yuan's reputation was indeed exaggerated, and most of his achievements were helped by the people of Chenjun Xie. People from aristocratic families always like to build momentum for their young men.

No matter what he said, his whereabouts were unpredictable, any divination would not work on him. He did not feel any obstacles at all, and he was no different from deducing an ordinary junior, most of whom were not very strong and were far inferior to himself.

Naturally, the female escort leader and a scholar-looking man next to her complimented Taoist Dongming repeatedly.

The four of them not only needed Taoist Dongming to find Xie Yuan's whereabouts, but also because he was the strongest and the master of the Twin Bridges of Heaven and Earth. When they caught up with Xie Yuan, they would need him as the main force, and the other three would assist.

However, Taoist Dongming has been famous for many years. He was on the Flying Dragon List ten years ago. Although he was defeated very quickly, it was many years ago. He has been in seclusion for these years, and his strength has increased a lot. Since Xie Yuan's Black Heaven Book has alarmed such an old monster, as long as he catches up, it will be a sure thing! As for how to distribute it, we will talk about it later...

Another head escort from the Tiger Power Escort Agency smiled at Zhao Sanyi and said:
"Very good, then did he say where he was going? Tell us, there's more silver!"

He took out another silver ingot, which shone in Zhao Sanyi's eyes.

Is your benefactor's name Xie Yuan?

Zhao Sanyi showed a greedy look and nodded repeatedly:

"He said he was going to Shu to look for some treasure, so he went straight to the southwest! Sir, this silver..."

The escort leader was very satisfied and was about to throw silver when he heard Taoist Dongming say coldly:

"He's lying. Xie Yuan went all the way to the northwest, 180,000 miles away from Shu."

As soon as these words were spoken, eight pairs of cold eyes instantly stared at Zhao Sanyi, piercing through him.

Zhao Sanyi's face turned pale, and he looked at the Taoist priest with doubt in his eyes:

"There is such a method? Can this Taoist really figure out the secrets of heaven? My benefactor has provoked such a strong man, and I am afraid he will be in danger..."

The male escort leader snorted coldly and walked forward:

"I just asked you casually because I thought your swordsmanship was interesting, but I didn't expect you to be so dishonest."

Zhao Sanyi's whole body stiffened. He gritted his teeth, threw the silver ingot in his hand at the man, and then slashed with his knife:
"You bastard! Don't even think about harming my benefactor!"

The escort leader glared, picked up the silver ingot, and stretched out his fingers to grab the hatchet.

However, to his surprise, the hatchet actually swung slightly, went around his arm, and went up from his armpit to his throat!
There seemed to be a faint sound of a wolf howling in the air; although it was faint, the sound of the wind was already gaining momentum.

The hatchet looked fierce, but suddenly it stopped. No matter how hard Zhao Sanyi tried, he couldn't move forward an inch.

Because the blade has fallen into the hands of the chief escort.

The dart leader just swung it a little more and still caught up with the blade of the hatchet.

The gap in strength was too big, and no matter how many times Zhao Sanyi feinted, it was useless.

However, the escort leader's face looked a little unhappy. This young man was not even a martial artist, but he still grabbed him twice, which was really embarrassing.

The boy's strength is naturally not worth mentioning, but his inspiration is remarkable. However, the more important thing is his swordsmanship.

It looks simple, but it contains hidden changes, and the changes can be mastered with such strength. If you look closely, it is very extraordinary. There are not many such skills in the Huwei Escort Agency.

His face was solemn, and he looked a little surprised. He said in a deep voice:
"This sword technique... was it taught to you by Xie Yuan? How long have you been practicing it?"

"Your grandfather only practiced for two days! Damn it, if you give me two more days, I will definitely kill you!"

Seeing that he was powerless to save the situation, Zhao Sanyi started cursing and simply dropped his hatchet and pounced on the enemy.

Bang.

The escort leader kicked him flying, and Zhao Sanyi was bleeding profusely while still in the air. He fell to the ground and struggled for a few times, unable to get up.

"Two days? Good swordsmanship, boy."

The escort leader had an indifferent look on his face. He paced slowly and was about to go up and kill him, but was suddenly stopped by the scholar.

The scholar frowned and said:
"Sun Yidao, this young man is a man of integrity. He is a good man. There is no need to kill him."

Sun Yidao said coldly:
"Yu Ping, you are here to steal the Black Book too, why are you pretending to be a good person?"

The scholar Yu Ping pursed his lips:

"I have been trapped in the Sky Bridge for a long time, and I just want to borrow the Black Book to take a look. Treasures belong to those with virtue, and if there is a chance, I will naturally fight for it. But this young man has nothing to do with this matter, but he has character. You are a great master, why do you have to get angry with ordinary people?"

"Oh, that sounds good. But you've also seen that the swordsmanship this kid has learned is not simple, it's very advanced, and his aptitude is even more legendary. Xie Yuan didn't teach him casually, he must have passed on his unique skills!

"If he is really an ordinary person, it would be fine, but since he has potential, skills, and a stubborn temper, I will not leave any trouble for myself."

Sun Yidao sneered. As he spoke, another female escort leader also stood up and stood shoulder to shoulder with him, facing Yu Ping vaguely.

Yu Ping suddenly felt the pressure, but still said seriously:

“We only want the treasure and Xie Yuan, and we must not harm innocent people.

"What's more, even if this young man survives your kick, I'm afraid he won't be able to practice martial arts. In this world, it's hard to say how long he can live. What are you afraid of?"

Sun Yidao thought it made sense, but he still didn't want to let it go.

"Don't delay."

The voice of Taoist Dongming came.

Sun Yidao condensed his gaze and realized that Dongming still gave face to Yu Ping.

Yu Ping is just a step away from the Bridge of Heaven, and is much better off than him and Chen Hongmei.

In fact, Sun Yidao didn't want to conflict with him, so he just went along with it and snorted coldly:
"Hypocrite! That's all."

The two big escorts from Dongming Taoist and Huwei Escort Agency flew into the air. Yu Ping glanced at Zhao Sanyi, sighed, and took out a pill:
"Take it to save your life. Stay away from disputes in the future and find a secluded place to farm."

Zhao Sanyi looked at the four people who turned into four black dots in an instant, lying on the ground with a worried look on his face:

"They are all masters like you, my benefactor. Four of them! My benefactor... please don't let them be found." (End of this chapter)