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

Monk Bujie suddenly sighed: "It's not that I'm being reckless. I have no other wish than for my daughter to be happy."

He paused, glanced at Yilin, and said, "But she's absolutely in love with Linghu Chong."

I've met Linghu Chong before. I even went to Mount Hua for him. But his junior sister is so beautiful, and the way Linghu Chong looked at her was all wrong. I was worried about him, so I asked him to come with us. But this guy refused to marry my daughter, saying it would be a disgrace to the Huashan and Hengshan sects. Damn it, that's outrageous!

He met with that Holy Maiden of the Demonic Sect at Wubagang, and that was enough to honor his sect.

This little nun is so disappointing. When she can't see him, she desperately wants to see him. But when she does see him, she insists he is him and I am me, just like her mother. I truly can't figure her out.

Yilin blushed and whispered, "Father, if you say that again, I won't talk to you anymore."

The monk Bujie laughed and said, "Look at this little nun, she's just saying one thing and meaning another. She likes someone, but she won't let anyone say it. I don't understand her thoughts at all."

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Which woman isn't like that? If they were all as outspoken as us, imagine if Yilin walked up to me, put her hands on her hips, and said, 'Hey, Yun Changkong, I like you. Will you be my husband?'"

"Pfft!" Yilin couldn't help but laugh out loud, then quickly put her hands together and said, "Amitabha, forgive me."

As Yun Changkong spoke, Yilin immediately pictured herself doing the same thing.

The monk Bujie laughed heartily: "If my daughter were like that, that would be wonderful, wonderful! That's exactly what I told her nun mother back then!"

Yun Changkong also burst into laughter: "Master is truly remarkable. I've never spoken to a nun like that before."

"Good, good!" Monk Bujie praised repeatedly, "Tell my daughter!"

Yun Changkong smiled at Yi Lin and said, "Yi Lin, I like you. Be my wife!"

Yilin blushed, a hint of anger flashing across her cheeks, and whispered, "Amitabha, forgive me, forgive me!"

Yun Changkong couldn't help but think, "If she were like this in bed, that would be much more interesting."

"Haha..." Monk Bujie laughed, "His mother was just like that back then!"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Master, the more you talk, the more tempted I become. I've made up my mind. I also want to have a little nun with a nun."

Monk Bujie and Yun Changkong were both lawless and unrestrained, truly free-spirited Buddhas. The two became fast friends, drinking and chatting, having a great time.

As they drank and became more animated, Monk Bujie said, "Brother, you have really offended the Demonic Sect. If we don't kill you after this incident, the Demonic Sect will lose all face."

Yun Changkong smiled faintly and said, "To tell you the truth, there is nothing in this martial world that I care about. I just want to meet Dongfang Bubai. Regardless of the outcome, I will never return to the martial world."

But this old fellow stubbornly refused to take the bait, preferring to hide on Blackwood Cliff and enjoy himself. I had no other choice but to resort to this tactic!

Monk Bujie nodded: "Your martial arts have reached this level, so you should indeed have a match with Dongfang Bubai. But if you are defeated and die, wouldn't that leave my daughter to live as a widow? It can't be that she likes Linghu Chong, but he doesn't want her. If I find someone like you, you'll also die young! Must my daughter have such a miserable life?"

Yun Changkong glanced at Yilin and said, "Are you worried about me?"

Yilin said softly, "I'm not worried."

Yun Changkong looked slightly bitter, poured himself a glass of wine, and said, "Am I really that repulsive to you?"

Yilin lowered her head.

She felt that as a Buddhist disciple, even if her heart was as still as an ancient well, she would probably find it hard to forget Yun Changkong's charm.

She never forgot the brilliance of the clouds in the sky.

Even if Dongfang Bubai was the best in the world, she felt that she paled in comparison to Yun Changkong.

Yun Changkong embodied what it means to be a genius, and he was her hero.

Although Yun Changkong's ruthless methods contradicted the Buddhist sect's tolerance and compassion, which instilled fear in her, the fact that Yun Changkong had saved her from Tian Boguang and defeated the three great protectors of the Songshan Sect in Hengshan City was already imprinted in her heart forever.

No matter what others say, or how powerful the enemy is, Yilin believes that as long as he is willing, everything will be resolved.

Just like how arrogant the Demonic Sect usually is, but when they meet Yun Changkong, they are so polite and courteous, which shows their character.

No matter how Yilin viewed Yun Changkong, she never denied that Yun Changkong was her hero.

Yun Changkong naturally understood Yilin's personality. She was the kind of person who would show mercy to someone who intended to harm her. Naturally, she couldn't stand his way of handling things. At this moment, in front of Monk Bujie, she didn't want to say anything and just laughed and said, "Master, you also have extraordinary courage. I have never seen anyone else who is not afraid of the Demonic Sect."

The monk Bujie rubbed his bald head and said, "You flatter me, you flatter me. Life and death are determined by fate, and wealth and honor are determined by heaven. Although my martial arts are not as good as yours, I am not afraid at all."

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "The members of the Demonic Sect are ruthless and vicious. Master, you are very bold and do not know how to avoid danger. However, Sister Yilin is young and her martial arts are not yet top-notch. When you are fighting the enemy, I'm afraid you will not be able to take care of her. Aren't you afraid of bringing trouble to her?"

The monk Bujie's expression shifted, and after a long silence, he suddenly nodded and said in a muffled voice, "It seems so!" Then he shook his head and said, "No, no, it was the monk who was reckless, alas!"

He meant that what he was doing was indeed causing trouble for Yilin, but when he shook his head and said no, he meant that he wasn't afraid of bringing trouble to Yilin.

Yun Changkong naturally understood this part, and looking at Yilin, he said, "Your father treats you very well."

Yilin blushed and said softly, "My father is a good man, he just can't control his temper, especially when he drinks..."

The monk Bujie said, "What does this have to do with drinking? Isn't the point of life to enjoy yourself?"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "How wonderful, how wonderful! How many people only seek pleasure today, but who knows if it will be pain tomorrow?"
Most people in this world are shallow and ignorant, always talking about quick revenge and vengeance. Haven't you come to any understanding after searching for Yilin's mother for so many years?

The monk Bujie was stunned by those words.

In an instant, everything from the past came rushing back.

He realized that the reason he had searched for his wife for twenty years was because he had made a fool of himself and caused trouble.

Even today, with his conflict with the Demonic Sect, if he were alone, he could easily have escaped. But if he were with Yilin, there was absolutely no way he could get away from these four masters!
For a moment, he was filled with lingering fear.

This monk Bujie was incredibly reckless. In the original story, when Ren Woxing led tens of thousands of people, he made outrageous remarks about the Demonic Sect. If it weren't for Linghu Chong, he, his wife, and daughter would have been killed by Ren Woxing!
Many of the sufferings of people in the martial arts world stem from a moment of pleasure they once had.

Linghu Chong is the most obvious example. He is the protagonist and has many people helping him. Otherwise, let alone marriage, even ten lives wouldn't be enough to kill him.

The monk Bujie stomped his foot and cried out, "It's me, it's all my fault, daughter. I'm sorry. If you follow me, I'll kill you sooner or later. I killed your mother too, sob sob..." He rushed out of the shop like a whirlwind.

"Father!" Yilin hurriedly got up and chased after him.

"Lin'er, don't follow me anymore. I need to think about the future. Yun Changkong, I'm entrusting my daughter to you for now."

The monk Bujie had already gone far away, but his voice still carried on from afar.

The rain had stopped falling and was now just a light drizzle.

Yun Changkong took an umbrella from the shop door, came out, held it over Yilin, and smiled, "Don't be afraid. Even though your father wants you to be my wife, I won't do anything reckless!"

Yilin suddenly couldn't feel the rain, but when she saw Yun Changkong holding an umbrella for her, her pretty face flushed and she said, "Hero Yun, I'm going back to Hengshan. My father is crazy, so don't take his words seriously."

Yun Changkong said, "You've already called me a great hero, how could I let you travel alone?"

Yilin's face flushed.

Seeing her face flushed, making her even more beautiful, Yun Changkong's heart stirred.

Although Yun Changkong had been a womanizer for a long time, the women he encountered were either noble and generous, gentle and charming, wild and untamed, or ruthless.

Although Yilin was a nun, she had fair skin, beautiful face, bright eyes, white teeth and red lips, and a graceful figure. Because she had been studying Buddhist scriptures for a long time, although she lacked the heroic spirit of Zhao Min and Ren Yingying, she was more gentle and refined.

Yun Changkong had once thought that it would be wonderful to have Yilin as his wife. After their breakup, they had never had a chance to be alone together. Now that the monk Bujie had left, his heart was stirred. He thought, "Ren Yingying has Linghu Chong to back her up, but this little nun is suffering terribly. If I really made her my wife, even if there's no future for us, it would still be a way to save her from this quagmire."

"Yes, she fell into depravity because of Linghu Chong, and I followed her to hell—that's a good thing, isn't it? It's fate! Perhaps my responsibility is to save fallen women; yes, that must be it."

He was trying to mentally prepare himself when Yilin noticed that he remained silent and kept staring at her. She thought back to how he had acted the same way in Hengshan City, and couldn't help but recall those nonsensical words. Feeling a little annoyed, she straightened her pretty face and called out again, "Hero Yun!"

Yun Changkong then came to his senses and saw that Yilin, who had just been shy, now had a cold expression on her face. He said, "Sister, I'm sorry. I suddenly remembered something a high monk at Jinshan Temple said to me, and I couldn't help but think of you, which is why I was a little distracted."

Yilin asked curiously, "What did the old monk say? Does it have anything to do with me?"

Yun Changkong said, "I'm not sure, I'm just thinking about it. Listen to what the monk said to me. He said that he saw a red light flowing between the eyebrows of the benefactor, and that if you go out today, you may be favored by a fairy. However, you should do more good deeds and not take lives lightly."

At the time, I thought it was nonsense; there were no immortals in this world. But then I met Yilin, and suddenly it dawned on me—perhaps this was my destiny. It seems that not killing those demonic sect elders was a blessing bestowed upon me for being a good person!

Yilin knew she was talking nonsense, but she was still happy inside.
The woman was delighted to be praised, but her neck turned red with embarrassment. She said, "Master Yun, I must go now. This humble nun bids farewell."

Yun Chang, a carefree hermit, found it amusing to tease the young nun and said dejectedly, "I've only known you for less than a day, and you're already leaving. Alas."

Yilin shook her head slightly: "I came out with my father, and my master only gave me three months. If I don't return to the nunnery on time, I will be severely punished!"

Yun Changkong felt a pang of sadness at the thought of having to part ways so soon after meeting the beauty. However, his quick wit immediately reminded him of something from the original story, and he feigned surprise, saying, "Ah, I remember now! Since you're looking for Abbess Dingyi, you don't need to go back to Hengshan. I met with Zuo Lengchan, and he said the Demonic Sect intends to steal the Evil-Slaying Sword Manual from Fujian. He wants to gather the Five Mountains Alliance to fight the Demonic Sect and promote righteousness in the martial world. I suppose the Hengshan Sect will be going too!"

Upon hearing this, Yilin was both surprised and delighted, and asked, "Really? You're not lying to me?"

Zuo Lengchan was the leader of the Five Mountains Alliance, a position of immense importance in the martial arts world, which Yilin greatly trusted.

Yun Changkong said, "Why would I lie to you? They might travel by water. If they pass through Hangzhou, you won't have to travel back and forth."

Yun Changkong was a smooth talker; he could spout sweet words without hesitation. Upon hearing this, Yilin excitedly exclaimed, "That's wonderful!"

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Yes, that's great. Sister, do you think I'm a bad person, so you hate me or are afraid of me?"

Yilin shook her head, then nodded.

Yilin didn't dislike Yun Changkong, but she was genuinely afraid of him.

"You," Yun Changkong smiled wryly, a faint sigh flickering in his eyes, "How could someone like you like Linghu Chong? You're so naive, that kid's full of tricks, you're just not cut from the same cloth..."

As he said this, Yilin pursed her lips and trembled, two lines of tears streaming down her face.

云长空笑道：“好了，你别哭了，既然你喜欢令狐冲，非要给他当老婆，那我就帮你揍他一顿，要是他不娶你，我就去杀了他……”

"No, no..." Yilin hurriedly shook her head, tightly grasping Yun Changkong's hand, saying, "You can't kill him..."

Yun Changkong said seriously, "Hmm, we can't kill him. Alright, this kid is obsessed with Junior Sister, so I'll go kill Yue Lingshan and let..."

"No, no!" Yilin cried out in distress, squatting down on the ground and bursting into tears, sobbing, "You made fun of me too, you bullied me too..."

Amidst her sobs, she suddenly heard Yun Changkong sigh again and say, "You're blaming me now? Tell me, when you were bullied by Tian Boguang, who saved you from danger? How could you forget?"

Yilin hurriedly shook her head and said, "I haven't forgotten, I've never forgotten."

Yun Changkong said, "Then why are you so attached to Linghu Chong but don't pity me? Do you think that's fair to me? I want to have a good cry!"

Yilin's eyes were blurred with tears, and she sobbed uncontrollably. Her mind was in a mess, but she thought to herself, "Brother Linghu was slashed many times by Tian Boguang to save me, and he was covered in blood and flesh. Yet you made Tian Boguang wish he were dead with just a wave of your hand. Why should I pity you?"

Yun Changkong sighed, "Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. I can't force you to be my wife anyway. Perhaps you are my tribulation. Since you're so afraid of me, go ahead. Anyway, I'm used to being unloved and uncared for. Sigh, what's the use of practicing all this martial arts? Do I have to get injured to win the favor of a beauty?"

I'd rather die at the hands of Dongfang Bubai.

Yilin's body trembled slightly as she thought, "Tian Boguang is a villain with formidable martial arts skills. Brother Linghu risked his life to save me that day and was also injured. If it weren't for him, how could I have recognized my father!"

With a glance, he saw Yun Changkong looking melancholy. He thought to himself, "He saved your life and reunited you with your father. Even if you were to fall into hell and suffer the torment of reincarnation for him, so what? How can you be afraid of him!" He then said in a low voice, "Then let's set off together to Hangzhou."

Yun Changkong asked, "Are you sincere?"

Yilin gave a soft "hmm".

Yun Changkong thought to himself, "Damn it, looks like I have to play the victim. Next time I'll pretend to be injured and see if that woman Ren Yingying cares about me!" He laughed to himself, "That's more like my good little sister."

Yun Changkong successfully fooled the little nun, and the rain wisely stopped.

Although Yilin knew the road ahead would be difficult, she was determined that even if it meant wading through mud and water, she was willing to travel with Yun Changkong.

Yun Changkong's lightness skill was superb. Although the Hengshan Sect's lightness skill was also a unique skill in the martial arts world, Yilin's skill was ultimately limited. Although she did not walk fast, she soon became short of breath.

Yun Changkong suddenly grasped her hand and said, "Don't use too much force, lest you suffer internal injuries."

Yilin was extremely flustered when he held her hand and tried to break free, but seeing Yun Changkong's serious expression, she thought, "What's wrong with me? Hero Yun is clearly a gentleman, so why am I so distracted and always thinking about the wrong things?"

"Yes, I was alone with a man, and I was on guard the whole time. Actually, although he and Tian Boguang are both men, they are worlds apart. How can they be compared?" So I didn't take it seriously.

Little did Yilin know that Yun Changkong and Tian Boguang were cut from the same cloth, both extremely fond of beautiful women. The only difference was that Yun Changkong wanted their hearts, while Tian Boguang wanted their bodies; their methods differed, but their goals were the same. But Yilin had no idea what it meant to be a wolf in sheep's clothing.

Yun Changkong grasped Yilin's hand, secretly pleased, and said, "Sister Yilin, now I know what it means to be as smooth as jade and as soft as satin."

Yilin asked, "What?"

Yun Changkong said, "Your hand!"

Yilin's heart skipped a beat, and her lips trembled for a while before she finally uttered in a very low voice, "Hero Yun, please don't do this."

Yun Changkong said, "Little sister, I told you long ago not to call me a hero, do you remember?"

Yilin said, "I remember, but you are a great hero, even my master praised you..."

Yun Changkong shook his head and said, "Whether people call me a great hero or not, I don't care. Have you thought about why I won't let you call me a great hero?"

Yilin smiled slightly: "I know that. My master said that those with extraordinary skills are always humble."

Yun Changkong shook his head and said, "I'm not being modest, and I won't suppress my thoughts. The reason I don't let you call me 'Hero' is so that you can prepare to be my wife. If you keep calling me 'Hero,' how can I express my feelings to you?"

Yilin was stunned. Her heart was pounding.

Based on her woman's intuition, from the first time she saw Yun Changkong, she felt that there was a kind of gaze in his eyes that was different from Tian Boguang's, yet somewhat similar to Tian Boguang's.

Even now, she wanted to leave, but another voice told her that Yun Changkong was highly skilled in martial arts, handsome, and yet he spoke to her, a mere nun from the Hengshan Sect, in a very ingratiating manner. This made her feel as if she had returned to the carefree and happy days before she met Tian Boguang.

She thought again that ever since she met Linghu Chong, she couldn't help but think about him and wanted to be by his side all the time, even if it meant going through all sorts of hardships!

But ever since she and her father set foot on Mount Hua, she has discovered that things are not as she wished.

Because Linghu Chong only had Yue Lingshan and the Huashan Sect in his heart, he could refuse her in front of Yue Buqun and Yue Lingshan, completely disregarding her feelings about traveling to Huashan with her father.

Yilin was lost in thought, her mind filled with images of Linghu Chong's hearty laughter and Yun Changkong's handsome face.

Until Yun Changkong said, "Let's stay at this inn!"

She snapped out of her reverie, gave a self-deprecating laugh, and wondered what was wrong with her? Why was she thinking about men again?

Yun Changkong led Yilin into Hangzhou. They found a large inn, and Yun Changkong requested a private room. When the two arrived at the room with the waiter, Yilin was stunned.

She had initially assumed that a detached house would simply be a small room partitioned off, but from the outside it looked more like a luxurious mansion. Not only was it built by the lake, but it was also surrounded by flowers, trees, and shrubs, making the house extremely elegant.
These rooms include a study, a living room, and a kitchen.

The Hengshan sect is strict in its precepts and has always lived a simple life. For Yilin to live in such a luxurious house would inevitably be a violation of the precepts.

Yun Changkong had already tossed a gold ingot to the waiter and said, "We'll take this room for a month."

The waiter left in high spirits.

Yilin frowned slightly and said, "This is not appropriate. What if my master finds out..."

Yun Changkong laughed and said, "Does your master know that you are in love with Linghu Chong?"

Yilin's face flushed red, and she scolded, "Don't talk nonsense, I didn't." Then she didn't say anything more.

After all, she had developed feelings for mortals, but she didn't tell her master.

Yun Changkong said, "I need to take care of some things, so I need to find some reputable hotels. That way, if something goes wrong, I'll have somewhere to stay. Staying in a small hotel could lead to trouble if some bad guy takes advantage of me!"

Upon hearing this, Yilin felt relieved and said, "In that case, alright then. It's just that Young Master Yun has gone to so much trouble."

Yun Changkong laughed heartily: "I'm willing to spend money for you." He then went out and left.

Yilin watched his figure disappear into the distance, a sense of loss washing over her...

The Four Friends of Jiangnan each found their beloved, but because they were wary of Ren Woxing's Star Absorbing Skill, they dared not approach the dungeon. Little did they know that Ren Woxing in the dungeon had been replaced by Linghu Chong.

Huang Zhonggong obtained the score for "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer" and also the score for "Guangling San". He thought to himself, "If others can compose a version of 'The Smiling, Proud Wanderer' based on 'Guangling San', why can't I?"
Just as he was lost in thought, Yun Changkong walked in.

Huang Zhonggong quickly stood up and said with a smile, "Brother Zhao, have you managed to appease the Yun family's daughter?"

Yun Changkong clasped his hands and said, "Great Master, my surname is not Zhao, my real name is Yun Changkong."

Huang Zhonggong's expression immediately darkened, and he remained silent for a long while: "I had a slight suspicion that you came under an alias, but why did you come to see me under your real name?"

Yun Changkong said, "I have come here because of Ren Woxing's matter."

Huang Zhonggong was initially taken aback, but seeing his composure, he smiled wryly and said, "I knew you came for a reason, but I didn't know you were here for Ren Woxing!"
How you know this is unknown, and I don't want to ask. For us brothers to fight you is like throwing eggs against a rock. But your idea of ​​rescuing Ren Woxing is absolutely impossible!

Yun Changkong smiled slightly and said, "I came to Plum Manor with the intention of saving him. But now there's no need for me to offend him."

I will always remember the kindness of the head of the estate, so I've come to inform you to make preparations in advance.

Huang Zhonggong asked, "What preparations are needed?"

Yun Changkong said, "The so-called Yun family sister is none other than the eldest daughter of your sect's Holy Maiden, who is also Ren Woxing's biological daughter."

Huang Zhonggong swayed, sighed, and slumped into his chair, muttering to himself, "I'm really getting senile. I thought his face looked familiar, but I never imagined that his features resembled those of Leader Ren." As he spoke, he felt a sense of emptiness in his heart.

After sitting there for a while, Huang Zhonggong said, "Hero Yun, may I ask you a favor?"

Yun Changkong said, "Speak freely."

Huang Zhonggong said, "Since Ren Woxing's whereabouts have been leaked, my four brothers and I cannot escape responsibility. Miss Ren is probably going to find someone to attack my Plum Manor..."

Yun Changkong shook his head and said, "Master, you are wrong. The issue now is not whether Miss Ren can save her father, but whether Dongfang Bubai will let you go."

Huang Zhonggong smiled bitterly, "Yes, it is a highly confidential matter that the Eastern Cult Leader imprisoned the Ren Cult Leader. Now that Miss Ren is gone, this news will reach Blackwood Cliff sooner or later. Alas, the days of my four brothers and I are numbered!" He felt extremely sad at the thought.

Yun Changkong said, "Great Master, since ancient times, those who do evil for their masters are often discarded after the rabbit is caught. When Dongfang Bubai usurped power, he still had a sliver of conscience, which is why he imprisoned Ren Woxing, but only to let him live and die of old age by West Lake."

If things really develop this way, Ren Woxing will die silently, but you four brothers, as those who know about him and are guarding him, do you think Dongfang Bubai would want people to know that he usurped the throne rather than succeeded to the rightful heir?
Similarly, if Ren Woxing is rescued, do you think he'll forget that you subordinates imprisoned him, the former leader? In his eyes, you are traitors too!

He spoke calmly, as if it were a casual conversation, even though he was talking about something terrifying. But Huang Zhonggong's heart pounded.

Yes, on the day Ren Woxing dies by West Lake, Dongfang Bubai will inevitably kill him to cover up the truth and keep the secret forever. Even after Ren Woxing escapes, he will seek revenge. Neither will have a good ending!

After a long pause, Huang Zhonggong nodded and said, "Yes, if we take this job, we're doomed. But we'll get to enjoy twelve years of peace and happiness, which is enough."

Yun Changkong glanced at him and sighed, "You don't need to be so pessimistic. I've already thought it through. I've taken all the blame. Ren Woxing's escape was my doing, it has nothing to do with you!"

Huang Zhonggong suddenly realized something: "Could it be that Ren Woxing has already been rescued?"

Yun Changkong smiled without saying a word.

Huang Zhonggong swayed and rushed into the inner hall, but then suddenly stopped and said coldly, "Are you in cahoots with Feng Erzhong and Tong Huajin?"

Yun Changkong chuckled and said, "Great Master, we are truly of one mind, so why bother with all this trouble?"

Suddenly he shouted, "Second Master, please come in!"

Suddenly, someone coughed in the courtyard. Hei Baizi entered the house and laughed, "You have such sharp ears."

Yun Changkong said, "That still can't compare to the Second Master's greed!"

Hei Baizi frowned and asked, "What do you mean by this?"

Yun Changkong smiled and said, "I want to prove something."

Hei Baizi said, "What?"

Yun Changkong's eyes gleamed brightly as he stared at Huang Zhonggong and laughed, "If I want to save Ren Woxing, why bother? Just find your second brother."

Hei Baizi was startled: "What do you mean?"

Yun Changkong suddenly swayed, his five fingers grabbing at the black and white pieces.

Black and White Piece was taken aback. He raised his hand to block, and his left foot kicked out swiftly and silently.

His attack was swift and powerful. If the enemy were a skilled fighter, they would know how to avoid it and would have to change their move immediately, otherwise they would not be able to dodge this kick aimed at their chest.

Unexpectedly, as he lifted his foot, he felt a tightness in his chest. Yun Changkong had already grabbed his chest and lifted him up.

Hei Baizi felt weak all over, and his arms and legs drooped limply.

Suddenly, a gust of wind rushed straight towards Yun Changkong's vital spot on the back. It turned out that Huang Zhonggong, in a moment of desperation, had struck out with a palm.

Yun Changkong slightly turned his body and used his left hand to block Huang Zhonggong's palm force.

With a thud, Huang Zhonggong's face flushed red, and he staggered back three steps, his back hitting the wall, and dirt slid down his back.

All of this happened in the blink of an eye. Hei Baizi never expected Yun Changkong to be so formidable. He had said that Yun Changkong could withstand a few of his moves, but he was captured in one move. In his shame and anger, he cursed, "Despicable! We treated you as a friend, but you schemed against us. Is this how a human being behaves?"

Yun Changkong used his palm to send him flying to the corner of the wall, and said, "Master, I have been staying in your manor for over a month. If you want to rescue Ren Woxing, do you think it is possible to use the Second Master as a hostage?"

Hei Baizi was both shocked and furious, and said, "Nonsense!"

"I'm talking nonsense?" Yun Changkong snorted and said, "You secretly made a key to see Ren Woxing in order to learn the Star Absorbing Technique, and you still refuse to admit it?"

Hei Baizi's heart skipped a beat, and his pale face turned purple.

A look of surprise flashed across Huang Zhonggong's eyes, but it was fleeting.

He knew that Hei Baizi was seeking out Ren Woxing to learn the Star Absorbing Technique. Years ago, the brothers had forced Hei Baizi to swear an oath, but unexpectedly, he broke it again.

Huang Zhonggong remained silent for a long while before saying, "You are indeed a remarkable person of our time. My brother and I are convinced. May I ask what you wish to do?"

Yun Changkong said, "Since you masters have been living in seclusion for twelve years, I don't want to disrupt this peace. So, while Dongfang Bubai is still unaware of the changes here, please leave!"

"what?"

"leave?"

Huang Zhonggong and Hei Baizi were both taken aback.

Huang Zhonggong stared into his eyes, his expression solemn, and said, word by word, "What is your purpose? What benefit do you gain from this?"

Yun Changkong said, "Of course there are, but it's hard to believe!" He sighed, looked out the window into the distance, and slowly said, "I only did it for Dongfang Bubai!"

Huang Zhonggong looked suspicious, glanced at the black and white pieces, and said, "What does this mean?"

Yun Changkong chuckled and said, "If you're going to be jailers, then I'll be jailers too. I'm going to force Dongfang Bubai to come in person and fight him."

In an instant, both of them showed expressions of shock.

"What?!" Hei Baizi exclaimed in disbelief, "You want to challenge the Eastern Cult Leader?"

Yun Changkong said, "Dongfang Bubai is also a human being. If you want to live, you must leave as soon as possible, so as not to let down our friendship."

Huang Zhonggong remained silent for a long time, then suddenly sighed and said, "I never imagined that even though my four brothers and I have never clashed with any martial arts figures since coming to Plum Manor, we have still become the target of others' scheming!"

Yun Changkong's expression was solemn as he slowly said, "It's not you, but the existence of Ren Woxing and Dongfang Bubai that has already dragged you into the conflicts of the martial world. Even I myself, because of my past actions, have had to be drawn into this dispute and must settle things."

Huang Zhong was about to speak when suddenly a bell rang in the room.

Huang Zhonggong's expression changed slightly, and he said, "I wonder which distinguished guest has arrived this time!"

Before the echo had faded, Ding Jian rushed in, stood at the door, bowed, and said, "Two masters, some distinguished guests have arrived and wish to see you!" (End of Chapter)