Arhats Subduing Demons: Starting with The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber

This is also why Yun Changkong just said that Ren Yingying is thin-skinned and it's better not to say anything.

Because the melody and artistic conception of the zither player were heard by the eavesdropper, it was as if the eavesdropper had entered her inner world. With Ren Yingying's shyness and embarrassment, it was indeed embarrassing to be treated like this.

Simply put, you need to understand my musical scales to truly connect with me. Only then can you influence me to break a string.

For example, Bo Ya played the melody of "High Mountains and Flowing Water." Zi Qi happened to pass by and perfectly grasped the profound meaning in Bo Ya's music—"lofty as Mount Tai" and "flowing as water"—causing a string to break. The two thus became bosom friends. They longed to meet again, but when Bo Ya arrived as promised, Zi Qi had already passed away. Bo Ya was heartbroken, believing there was no one left in the world who understood him. He smashed his zither and broke its strings, never to play again. This shows how rare and precious true friendship is!

This is also why Ren Yingying broke the barrier between men and women in the dead of night to see Yun Changkong.

This is also the reason why Ren Yingying met Linghu Chong in the original story.

This is because Linghu Chong was also her soulmate.

This kind of scene often appears in traditional Chinese literature. If someone is playing the zither and someone suddenly arrives, the strings will break. In reality, it is just a prelude to the arrival of a kindred spirit!
However, upon hearing Yun Changkong's words, Lan Fenghuang bowed respectfully and said, "Holy Maiden, it was my fault. I was careless for a moment. Please punish me."

Seeing her extremely respectful expression, Yun Changkong said, "Phoenix, what are you doing? I'm right here. If she wants to punish someone, she should come to me. What's it to you?"

Blue Phoenix glared at him and said, "Why do you call me Phoenix? Are we that close?"

Ren Yingying coldly replied, "Dissolute and frivolous, utterly despicable!"

Yun Changkong chuckled and said, "I'll gladly accept this eight-character assessment. But as the saying goes, 'A first encounter in the martial world is like springtime,' even amidst the clash of swords, there is tenderness and affection. Phoenix is ​​beautiful and generous; which man wouldn't be moved?"
Even you women have the saying, "Girls love beauty, that's for sure," because loving beauty is human nature!
I, Yun Changkong, am but a common man who enjoys interacting with beautiful women. As for calling me frivolous and despicable, why don't you consider that I don't care about your opinion, Miss Ren?

Lan Fenghuang was overjoyed when she heard her say that she was beautiful.

The Holy Maiden retorted sharply, "So you're saying I'm Miss Ren now? Didn't you just say I wasn't her?"

Yun Changkong smiled slightly and said, "Why are you angry, young lady? You are the Holy Maiden who commands the world. You should be broad-minded. If you keep these little arguments in your heart, not only will they cloud your mind, but they will also harm your body when you are practicing internal energy!"

Ren Yingying sneered, "It seems that in your eyes, people should be lustful. Are you saying that there are no lustful people in the world? That's absurd!"

Yun Changkong said with a smile, "So you, Miss Ren, are really not that great either. As the saying goes, 'People are fond of women.' Men and women are the same. Men like beautiful women, and women like dashing and handsome men. This is a very pure nature."

Many people use the cloak of benevolence and morality, or their own unique ways, to hide their true nature. As a result, many people pretend to be virtuous gentlemen in the face of beauty, and are extremely contemptuous of those who love beauty!
In reality, their hearts are full of filth and depravity. This is why there are so many greedy, deceitful, and hypocritical people in the world!

Because they have been suppressing their inner desires, which in martial arts terms means restraining their inner demons. But to restrain one's nature is to go against the will of Heaven, so the longer one restrains oneself, the more severe the backlash will be!
Imagine, if they really didn't care about beauty and appearance, why didn't they find an ugly woman to marry instead of a beautiful one?

"While I, Yun Changkong, may indeed be unrestrained and frivolous, I never deny it, for I am neither a virtuous gentleman nor a hero. However, you, Miss Ren, can rest assured, though you possess some beauty, you are not enough to sway my heart. As for my frivolous words towards you, that has already been done, and I do not wish to bear the infamy for nothing!"

He spoke eloquently, leaving Lan Fenghuang and Green Bamboo Elder speechless, for they could see the burning anger in Ren Yingying's eyes, which seemed to have reached an intolerable level.

For a moment, they couldn't figure out the reason. The Holy Maiden was usually as calm as still water, so why would Yun Changkong make her so flustered?

Ren Yingying coldly shouted, "Yun Changkong, you will die today."

"Death?" Yun Changkong feigned surprise. "Why? We have no grudges against each other, why do you hate me so much? Is it because I spoke a few truths that you want to kill me?"

Then, with a look of sudden realization, he said, "I understand, I understand, could this be the legendary jealousy?"

Before she could finish speaking, Ren Yingying swayed and lunged forward, coldly shouting, "You're asking for it."

Her movements were as swift as lightning; she arrived in the blink of an eye, her jade-like hand slapping down from within her green sleeves towards the top of the sky.

If this palm strike lands, even if Yun Changkong doesn't die, he will be severely injured and unable to recover.

But when Yun Changkong saw the palm coming, he didn't move an inch.
Lan Fenghuang cried out in horror, "Have mercy!" She rose up and quickly met Ren Yingying's palm strike with her left arm.

"Bang—", the two palms collided, making a soft sound like tearing silk, and their figures suddenly came together and then separated.

Ren Yingying's jade-like face hardened, and a murderous aura surged in her beautiful eyes. She said coldly, "Phoenix, are you helping him?"

Lan Fenghuang said, "I didn't help him, I helped you!"

Ren Yingying scolded, "How come you're talking nonsense like him?"

Yun Changkong smiled and said, "What gave you the illusion that you can kill me if you want to?"

"Miss Ren, let me say something that will offend you to death: if you want to kill me, there's only one chance, and that's in bed. Otherwise, even if I, Yun Changkong, lose all my inner strength, you can't kill me with your meager skills. So, Phoenix is ​​truly helping you!"

Lan Fenghuang said urgently, "Can't you just say less? You're all being schemed against. You're all in the same boat. Why are you fighting to the death?"
"Holy Maiden, you are always so calm and composed, how could you lose your composure like this in front of him? This is not like you at all!"

Upon hearing this, Ren Yingying stared in astonishment.

Even someone as intelligent as her couldn't figure out the reason for this for a moment. She was also asking herself why she had lost her composure in front of Yun Changkong. If this man was frivolous and despicable, she shouldn't have acted like that!

But Ren Yingying couldn't understand it either, so she immediately resumed her previous dignified and indifferent demeanor and said, "Phoenix, remember this: there is no good man in the world. The more capable a man is, the worse he is!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Changkong burst into laughter.

Lan Fenghuang smiled and said, "What are you laughing at? What the Holy Maiden said is right. Tell me honestly, just how many lovers have you deceived!"

Seeing that Yun Changkong was highly skilled in martial arts, had an extraordinary demeanor, and was handsome and dashing, she herself could hardly control herself, and she had no idea how many women had fallen for him.

Yun Changkong's laughter subsided as he said, "I have no mistress, but I have several wives. As for the claim of deception, that's utter nonsense. I, Yun Changkong, may deceive heaven and earth, but I will never deceive a woman's feelings!"

Yun Changkong has always been frank and open in this regard, speaking naturally and sincerely without any pretense.

But this content made Lan Fenghuang's heart tighten; Miao women always had two good partners.

Ren Yingying felt a tug at her heart, but she didn't understand why.

Lan Fenghuang forced a smile and said, "How many wives do you have? Aren't you lying?"

Yun Changkong gave a bitter smile and said, "Sigh, don't ask about the others, but if I wanted to lie to you, why would I say I have a wife?"

Lan Fenghuang thought about it and agreed.

Ren Yingying said coldly, "Did you hear that? He's charming all the women he meets, and you're still helping him?"

Yun Changkong smiled slightly and said, "Phoenix, now you should understand, right? It's precisely because I have many wives that I understand Miss Ren's thoughts the best."

Ren Yingying retorted angrily, "Stop judging me!"

Yun Changkong, determined to deal with the proud Ren Yingying, naturally didn't care at all. He said to himself, "She is naturally beautiful. At this age, she should be a lively, innocent, and pure girl. However, she grew up in the extreme and perverse upbringing of the Sun Moon Sect. Moreover, she was pampered by Dongfang Bubai. Her subordinates all wanted to get the antidote for the 'Three Corpse Brain God Pill' from her. They were all very respectful and flattering to her, and had no dignity to speak of!"
She thought she was something special, so she always acted superior.

Of course, ninety-nine out of a hundred beautiful and poised girls like her are extremely arrogant. Even when facing their beloved, they are the same.

She essentially believed that any man in the world, whether handsome and dashing, with unparalleled looks, unmatched martial arts skills, or exceptional character, should be chosen by her.

She disdains pursuing a relationship; she feels she can only truly demonstrate her worth if the man has feelings for her.
I, Yun Changkong, am not ugly, and my martial arts skills are decent, a bit better than most people. I have made a name for myself in the martial arts world, so if I wanted, countless people would rush to give me beautiful women and gold and silver. Even if I were to be a groom every night, it would be a piece of cake for me.

So when I said that Miss Ren was just average, she was very unhappy, but she suppressed her anger because of her status.

I then told her she wasn't enough to move me, and she felt I had hurt the pride she had always so carefully guarded. Therefore, contrary to her usual behavior, she lost her composure. Even though I was bound and unable to move, she disregarded her status as the Holy Maiden of the Sun Moon Sect and tried to kill me!

Lan Fenghuang and Ren Yingying were both somewhat confused, while Green Bamboo Elder sighed inwardly, "This child is truly remarkable!"

He watched Ren Yingying grow up and knew her best. He understood that Yun Changkong was absolutely right.

Furthermore, Yun Changkong had mastered Buddhist martial arts, and his meridians were already unobstructed. Outwardly, he radiated a precious aura, and his spirit was clear and bright. Even when he was bound hand and foot, he still exuded a carefree and unrestrained air, as if he could break free from these ropes at any moment.

Ren Yingying's heart pounded like a deer's, a subtle feeling washing over her, and her face inexplicably flushed. She then gave a cold snort, forcing herself to remain calm, and slowly said, "Do you think you know anything? You're just arrogant because you're so skilled in martial arts, yet you were ambushed and captured by us women. You're resentful and trying to save face by pretending to be clever."

Yun Changkong smiled slightly and said, "First of all, I am not a three-year-old child. I understand the principle of using wits rather than strength. So, I was captured by you, which is my own doing and I did it willingly. Otherwise, how could you capture me? I would have died eight hundred times over!"
How can you talk about obedience if you don't obey?

Furthermore, we are not enemies. Even if we are captured by you, why should we be dissatisfied?
Third, with a beauty resting on my lap, all the world can only envy my good fortune; what is there to complain about?

Ren Yingying sneered, "Hehe, who said we weren't enemies? The rumors circulating in the martial arts world have made me sound like a ghost, all because of you. I was going to kill you anyway!"
"The Twin Bears of the Northern Desert were my subordinates, and you actually killed them! You've shown me no respect! I will take revenge!"

Yun Changkong said calmly, "It doesn't matter if you say one thing and mean another, but what you're saying is belittling yourself, which is not good!"

Lan Fenghuang chuckled and said, "What does this mean? I don't understand."

Yun Changkong said calmly, "Holy Maiden is intelligent and virtuous; how could she not know about the power struggles and intrigues in the martial world? If she were to fall for the Songshan Sect's 'framing Jiangdong' scheme so easily, she would be utterly useless. Is she really worth my trip? Surely she can't be a complete fool?"

Those so-called "Twin Bears of the Northern Desert" are hardly subordinates; they're just trying to curry favor. Whether it's for your Holy Maiden or for the Sun Moon Sect, isn't it obvious? Believe me, I could give them the Evil-Slaying Sword Manual and take your head; they'd do it. Do they really think they're their saviors?

A look of surprise flashed in Ren Yingying's eyes.

Blue Phoenix was even more surprised and said, "You are truly amazing. You could even guess this?"

Yun Changkong said calmly, "I hadn't thought of it that way, but when you said that the rumor concerned the Holy Maiden's life and fortune, I understood everything. Obviously, the Demonic Sect was involved behind this, or more precisely, Yang Lianting was the mastermind, hoping that I would become enemies with the Holy Maiden so that he could kill this stupid woman for him."

Lan Fenghuang and the Holy Maiden exchanged a glance, and Lan Fenghuang bowed and said, "Holy Maiden, please let him go. He is on our side. You can't really push him onto Yang Lianting, can you?"

Ren Yingying looked at Yun Changkong and said, "Since you've come here with a purpose, then tell me, who sent you to find me?"

Yun Changkong said, "I was uncomfortable being tied up, and my mouth was dry, so I forgot!"

The Holy Maiden raised an eyebrow and said, "You know we have no grudges against each other, but because of you, I've fallen into a precarious situation. What are you being so arrogant about in front of me?"

Yun Changkong smiled and said, "Miss Ren, isn't that just nonsense?"
Your precarious existence is partly my fault, which is why I had you tie me up to vent my anger. But ultimately, isn't it because your father, Ren Woxing, can do whatever he wants?

Ren Yingying let out a long breath: "Yun Changkong is indeed remarkable. I admire him!"

Yun Changkong said, "Don't rush to admire me. First, untie me, buy me tea, and apologize to me. Then I'll have a proper talk with you. Otherwise, I'm leaving."

Ren Yingying snorted coldly and said, "You wish! If you're willing to talk properly, we can have a discussion. If you're not, hehe, do you think I'm the Holy Maiden of the Demonic Sect for nothing? You think you can just leave?"

Yun Changkong shrugged and laughed, "The Holy Maiden, as the name suggests, is a holy and celestial maiden, surely with a compassionate heart. But you, young lady, are not worthy of the title!" Ren Yingying coldly replied, "What talk of a compassionate heart to someone like you who bullies the weak, forgets righteousness for profit, uses any means necessary, and speaks frivolously!"

Yun Changkong chuckled and said, "In your eyes, I am so worthless. But I'd like to hear how I bully the weak and betray principles for personal gain?"

Ren Yingying said, "Tian Boguang is a lecherous scoundrel. It would have been fine if you had killed him, but you actually broke his limbs, crippled his martial arts, and abandoned him in the bustling city. There is no greater humiliation than this!"
Of course, Tian Boguang deserves to die for humiliating women, but when you humiliated him, weren't you relying on your superior martial arts skills?
What's the difference between you and him? Aren't you both bullying the weak?

Yun Changkong nodded slightly: "That makes sense!"

Ren Yingying continued, "The Qingcheng Sect destroyed the Fuwei Escort Agency for the sake of a Bixie Sword Manual, not even sparing the porters and cooks. They even killed the people in the inn to silence them!"

You clearly have the ability to kill Yu Canghai. If you kill him and seek justice, you would be a chivalrous hero.

But you actually coveted the Lin family's Evil-Repelling Sword Manual, just like Yu Canghai and his ilk. I had heard that you possessed Shaolin and Wudang martial arts secrets, you are utterly shameless!
Furthermore, in Hengshan City, you seemingly saved Liu Zhengfeng's family, but you even demanded their property. I'm afraid you also took Liu Zhengfeng's daughter. For the sake of gold, jade, and beauty, a true man would disregard the distinction between good and evil, and the differences between social classes. Aren't you being greedy and ungrateful?

To tell you the truth, Yang Lianting sent people to win you over, haha, that was absolutely the right thing to do, because you're all birds of a feather!

Ren Yingying was so angry with Yun Chang that she blurted out all the unsavory rumors about him in the martial arts world.

After all, the rumors circulating in the martial arts world that she, the Holy Maiden of the Sun Moon Sect, was in love with such a person truly lowered her status.

Yun Changkong, however, remained calm and nodded: "It seems that you have these words stuck in your throat, and you have to get them out!"

Okay, I accept it, that's who I am, but what kind of good person are you? Rumors are circulating in the martial arts world; even a fool knows it's the Songshan Sect that could pull off such a massive operation. Instead of seeking revenge against the main culprit, you kill some nobody just to show off your superiority. Even the Holy Maiden is nothing special!

Yun Changkong's punishment of Tian Boguang was actually meant to serve as a warning to others. His intention in not killing Yu Canghai and wanting the Evil-Slaying Sword Manual was to save Lin Zhennan's family without getting involved with them. Otherwise, he would have saved them one day and then offended people the next, which would have been the same.

Furthermore, things didn't go as planned. Lin Pingzhi rushed out, revealed his identity, and became Yue Buqun's disciple, which made it impossible for Yue Buqun to interfere anymore. After all, the Lin family's son had already stepped forward, and if Yue Buqun were to interfere again under the pretext of seizing the Evil-Slaying Sword Manual, it would only increase Lin Pingzhi's hatred towards him, which was unnecessary.

As for Liu Zhengfeng's family property, that was purely to ensure their family's smooth voyage to sea. Without this, even if others caused trouble on the waterways, things might not have gone so smoothly.

In the world of Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, Yun Changkong came from a prestigious family and was more particular about his actions and reputation in order to protect the reputation of Yun He. However, in the world of The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, he was all alone and only cared about his own happiness. He didn't care about any opinions and his main focus was having fun. Reputation was nothing to him, so he naturally couldn't be bothered to explain to Ren Yingying.

Lan Fenghuang said urgently, "That's not how it is! The Holy Maiden is just furious. Young Master Yun, you don't know, the Eastern Cult Leader was originally a subordinate of the Holy Maiden's father..."

“Phoenix!” Ren Yingying interjected urgently, “What did you say to him? This Yun fellow has such a vulgar tongue, he’s utterly despicable! I and…”

Lan Fenghuang waved her hand and said, "Holy Maiden, if you consider me even a friend, then stop interrupting. I brought Young Master Yun here so that you could have a proper talk and not get caught up in other people's schemes. I hoped you could work together to break this deadlock. But I don't know why you've become so tense!"

He then looked at Yun Changkong and said sternly, "You are a man, how can you be so petty? Can't you just give in to her?"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "She's not my wife, and I never intended for her to be my wife, so why should I give in to her? It's only because you, Phoenix, kissed me and said you didn't want me to suffer that I'm willing to have some fun with you. Does she really think she has me under her thumb and can boss me around? I won't fall for that!"

As Yun Changkong spoke, he took a deep breath, and immediately a cracking sound like popping beans rang out. Yun Changkong's hands were freed from their restraints. He exhaled loudly, grabbed the rope in front of his chest, and snapped it in pieces, falling to the ground.

The group was astonished, never expecting this person's internal strength to be so profound. Lan Fenghuang's eyes shone with surprise, Ren Yingying was even more stunned, and so was Green Bamboo Elder.

In his mind, Yun Changkong had already been struck on many acupoints and bound with a rope mixed with silk and cowhide. No matter how powerful he was, he couldn't resist.

But to everyone's surprise, he tore it off with his bare hands.

A thought suddenly occurred to Ren Yingying: she knew that Yun Changkong had been watching her fiercely earlier just to see what would happen. He also knew that Lan Fenghuang had actually helped him.

He thought that he had practiced martial arts since childhood and finally mastered his skills. He felt that he was no weaker than the average sect leader. But compared with this person of similar age in front of him, he was worlds apart.

Yun Changkong had mastered the "Arhat Subduing Demon Skill," making his body as hard as iron. Given his defenses, how could he allow someone weaker than himself to seal his acupoints? As for Lan Fenghuang's sleeping potion, he only took one sip. Although he felt dizzy, he quickly recovered after circulating his true energy, and the iron chains could not restrain him.

Yun Changkong flicked his sleeve, sat down in a chair, and looked at Ren Yingying, saying, "Serve tea!"

Ren Yingying was taken aback at first, then a wave of shame and anger surged into her heart: "Does he think this is his own home?" She couldn't help but glare fiercely at Yun Changkong and said: "You think this is your home? No way!"

Yun Changkong pursed his lips and said, "Then I'm hungry. May I ask if Miss Ren could bring some wine and food?"

Ren Yingying was furious and shouted sharply, "No!"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Alright." He slowly stood up and said, "I came to your house as a guest, but there was no tea or food. Instead, you tied me up and scolded me!"

Ren Yingying said coldly, "What? Do you want revenge? Don't think you're so great in martial arts, I'm not afraid!"

Yun Changkong shook his head and said, "You have a deep misunderstanding of me. As the Holy Maiden of the Sun Moon Sect, you may be unreasonable, but I am the most reasonable person..."

Ren Yingying shouted loudly, "I'm just being unreasonable, so what!"

Yun Changkong smiled and said, "You really are a tigress. To be honest with you, I've come here today for a reason!"

Firstly, regarding the rumors circulating in the martial arts world, I'm shameless and just let it go in one ear and out the other. But you're different. You're a perfectly good young lady, and people are spreading rumors about your reputation. I do feel a bit bad for you. This is something I caused, so I'm here to apologize to you and offer Zuo Lengchan's head as compensation. That should settle things.

As for Phoenix saying that this matter concerns your life and fortune, after thinking about it, I understand perfectly well.

It's simply because my martial arts skills displayed in Hengshan City were too high, which made many people wary. For example, Zuo Lengchan didn't dare to openly avenge his junior brother, so he could only shift the blame to Jiangdong and resort to such despicable methods. In fact, he had grasped your psychology.

Furthermore, it's because you are Ren Woxing's daughter that Dongfang Bubai, more than ten years ago, plotted a rebellion and usurped the position of leader, bestowing upon you the title of Holy Maiden merely to appease the sect's members. Now that the elders of the Sun Moon Sect are either dead or retired, he has already seized power, so your title of Holy Maiden is of little use.

He didn't kill you, partly because of some past friendship, and partly because...

At this point, Ren Yingying, Lan Fenghuang, and Lvzhu Weng were completely stunned.

Firstly, Yun Changkong's words were insightful; secondly, they hadn't expected that Yun Changkong, who was usually so carefree, would suddenly become serious, exuding an imposing and awe-inspiring power.

Yun Changkong paused slightly, then continued, "So, the reason Zuo Lengchan dragged you into this situation was because of your willful and reckless behavior, which spread widely. He knew that this rumor could be effective. So, your personality, which is both extreme and shy, is like that of a vixen. If you don't change, I'll be done with you."

Yun Changkong spoke in a lecturing tone. Normally, Ren Yingying would have already protested, but she was now intimidated by him and didn't utter a word, just listening quietly.

Yun Changkong paused slightly, then continued, "Moreover, it is precisely because of your identity as the Holy Maiden of the Demonic Sect that rumors of our mutual affection will spread like wildfire throughout the martial world. While the instigator is undoubtedly the Five Mountains Sword Sect, which I have offended, were there no members of the Sun Moon Sect who fueled the flames? I am well aware that your order to kill those who spread gossip was nothing more than self-preservation."

Blue Phoenix stared in disbelief and said, "You could have guessed that?"

Yun Changkong laughed loudly: "Phoenix, I speak from the heart. There is no conspiracy in this world that I do not know, and no thing that I do not understand. The reason I was captured by you is because of your beauty and charm, which made me fall in love with you. That is why you had the opportunity to drink with me and drug me. If it were anyone else, they would already be dead when I entered the room."

Lan Fenghuang nodded: "I believe you can kill me! But I don't believe you when you said you were in love with me in front of the Holy Maiden!"

Yun Changkong laughed and asked, "Why?"

Lan Fenghuang opened her eyes wide and laughed, "The Holy Maiden is a hundred times more beautiful and virtuous than me, yet she couldn't win your heart, so what makes me worthy of it?"

Yun Changkong shook his head slightly and said, "To tell you the truth, the Holy Maiden's beauty is beyond compare, like a fairy, but..."

Before she could finish speaking, Ren Yingying snapped, "Whether I'm beautiful or not is none of your business. I don't listen to flattery."

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Look, I just told you the truth, and you're still in such a hurry. It's just a pity that my wife is a daughter of a Mongolian prince, a member of a prestigious family, and a great female scholar. She is a woman of both talent and beauty."

Compared to them, the so-called Holy Maiden has no advantage whatsoever. At best, I'm just glad I met a woman in a foreign land who can compare to them. This whole pretense of dizziness wasn't for nothing!

As soon as she uttered that "that's all," Ren Yingying clenched her fists. Believe me, if she could beat Yun Changkong right now, she would tear his mouth apart.

Yun Changkong pretended not to see and said, "Her looks are no match for my wives, yet she puts on an act of being the most amazing one and doesn't let anyone see her. Tsk tsk, actually, this is all a bad habit she's been spoiled with."

"But Phoenix, you're different. Although you're not as fair-skinned as her, you're passionate, bold, and unrestrained. My little Mongolian wife isn't as daring as you. This intrigues me greatly, so even though I know you've drugged me, I'm still willing to play with you for a while."

Hearing his vulgar and rude words, Ren Yingying could no longer restrain herself. She stood up abruptly and shouted angrily, "What did you say? Are we women born to be played with by you?"

Yun Changkong sneered, "If you're so capable, then don't play around with men anymore. Do you dare?"

Ren Yingying blushed deeply, too angry to know how to respond.

Yun Changkong did not press the matter further, saying, "If others spread rumors about me, it would not be worth the Sun Moon Sect's trouble. However, firstly, Yang Lianting is currently in power in the Sun Moon Sect, and he regards you as a thorn in his side. Secondly, I have caused quite a stir in Hengshan City, and my martial arts skills have certainly been distorted by some people."

Those with low martial arts skills might not believe it, but the better one's skills, the more discerning one is of truth. So when rumors spread in the martial arts world that we were in love, others, unaware of the truth, especially Yang Lianting, feared it might be true. He thought that if he helped me seize power in the Sun Moon Sect, I would surely become a great threat.

So, knowing your personality, he had people spread rumors. Once Dongfang Bubai realizes that you have secretly befriended a martial arts master who has shocked the world, and he has been unaware of it, what are you planning to do? It's obvious. How could he tolerate you?
Even if he could, Yang Lianting couldn't!

And you realized this, so you took swift and decisive action to stop the spread of rumors.

However, once the rumors spread, the die was cast. Dongfang Bubai was also afraid that you and I were truly in love. In that case, I would naturally help you. Furthermore, Yang Lianting held the reins of power within the sect. You couldn't stand him, which is why you moved to Luoyang to live in seclusion. With this opportunity, he also wanted to eliminate this major threat!

Yang Lianting was eager to find out our relationship. After learning that we had no connection, his next step was to take your life!

That's why I didn't resist. You've hit me, you've cursed me, you've vented your resentment, and we've talked things out. Whether we become enemies or strangers is up to you."

Seeing his calm and composed demeanor, and hearing his sincere words, Ren Yingying couldn't believe it. In her bewilderment, she blurted out, "Hmph, what I do is none of your business!"

Yun Changkong smiled faintly and said, "There's nothing I can do. I couldn't bear to see such a beautiful woman like you have your head chopped off. This matter was caused by me, so I'm taking care of it so I can have peace of mind in the future."

Ren Yingying snorted coldly and said, "If there's a first, there's always a second. Who told you to come to me?"

Yun Changkong said calmly, "I came here for the music, but I feel that you are not worthy of this peerless piece in your current state. I've changed my mind." Then he said to Lan Fenghuang, "Alright, Fenghuang, let's go!"

"Huh?" Blue Phoenix was quite surprised: "Where to?"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "I can't get tea or food here. You brought me here, and it's so late. I can't find my way home. Aren't you going to take responsibility?"

Lan Fenghuang looked at Yingying and said, "Holy Maiden..."

Yun Changkong said coldly, "Miss Ren, take care!" He clasped his hands in a fist salute, pulled up Lan Fenghuang, and with a sway, disappeared in an instant.

Yun Changkong left without warning, and Ren Yingying forgot to stop him. She watched his figure disappear into the night, completely dumbfounded. (End of Chapter)