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

Chapter 90 Nothing more than that
Yun Changkong stared at the person in front of him for a long time. The river breeze blew, and the scent in the air was all too familiar.

Correct!
Can’t be wrong!
That delicate fragrance, that fleeting white figure
This fragrance is unique, a girl's natural scent.
I've smelled this delicate fragrance in the vast sky.

That white figure was someone who had once used the hem of their own underwear to wrap Yun Changkong's chest wound.

The memory is still fresh!

It is known that those who cultivate internal energy can expel impurities and waste from their bodies, thus having a detoxifying and beautifying effect. Some women naturally have a natural fragrance, and this is even more pronounced in women who cultivate internal energy.

Unlike ordinary people whose bodies are full of impurities, they don't have problems like bad breath even if they don't wash.

This is also why people with profound internal strength often look younger than their actual age. And some special techniques have even more remarkable effects on preserving youth, such as the "Free and Unfettered Sect" and the "Ancient Tomb Sect".

Therefore, the phrase "drenched in fragrant sweat" truly applies to women who practice martial arts. If they were like ordinary women and smelled bad after exercise, it would be an underestimation of the effects of internal energy.

Indeed, this rough-clothed youth is none other than Zhao Min, disguised as a man.

Years have passed, and Zhao Min's height has not increased much, but her features have lost their childishness, her outline has become much more distinct, and she looks more radiant. Only her brows are shrouded in a murderous aura, concealing a deep anger and hatred.

Yun Changkong smiled and said, "So it's you. Weren't you going to get married? What are you doing here?"

These words touched a nerve with Zhao Min.

She chuckled and said, "What business is it of yours whether I get married or not?"

When Yun Changkong saw her smile, he thought to himself, "She must be this beautiful and charming to be the most beautiful woman in Mongolia!"

However, the Purple-Robed Dragon King sensed that although Zhao Min's beautiful face was smiling, it concealed a hint of jealousy and resentment.

She had initially been attracted to Zhao Min's handsome appearance, but upon hearing this, she realized that the two not only knew each other but also had a close relationship. She withdrew her gaze, turned to look at Yun Changkong, and pursed her red lips, asking, "Who is she?"

Zhao Min suddenly stopped laughing and snorted coldly, "What do you care who I am? What, do you think I'm interfering with your flirting?"

You see, she admired and revered Yun Changkong. Although she wasn't physically by his side, her heart was always with him. Thinking back on the past few years, she hadn't heard from him at all and had even thought he had really renounced worldly life and become a monk.

I finally managed to see him today, and he actually sang a song for a woman! I was absolutely furious.

Hearing this, the Purple-Robed Dragon King was consumed by jealousy and secretly pleased, knowing that women cherish their appearance, especially beautiful women.

Therefore, beautiful women can't be friends, because they'll inevitably start comparing themselves to each other. So, when beautiful women want to make best friends, they usually choose those who are not as good-looking as themselves.

The one who is less attractive will naturally have a clear understanding of this, and he only hopes to gain enough benefits from her.

Because when women of similar abilities are together, comparisons are inevitable, and if they also have feelings for someone else, it will be a disaster.

For example, in the original story, Zhao Min, Zhou Zhiruo, and Xiao Zhao would fight as soon as they met. Xiao Zhao was so understanding that before leaving, she even suggested that Zhang Wuji marry Yin Li, saying that she had been trained by her mother.

It's important to know that Yin Li had practiced the "Thousand Spider Poison Hand," making her incredibly ugly. Zhao Min and Zhou Zhiruo were simply not candidates for her recommendation. It's likely that Zhang Wuji, having married Yin Li, would think of her, Xiao Zhao, every day, but facing Zhao Min and Zhou Zhiruo daily might not be the case.

This shows that a woman's heart is unfathomable.

Seeing Zhao Min's demeanor, Yun Changkong wondered, "Has this girl developed feelings for me? Or is she plotting something?"

He immediately focused his energy and listened intently, his true energy circulating rapidly, but no matter what he did, he could not discern any experts nearby.
The Purple-Robed Dragon King's clear and gentle voice rang out: "What gives you the right to talk to me like that, little girl? Where did you get the nerve?"

It should be noted that although Zhao Min was a young lady from a noble family, she was a Mongolian woman who loved and hated as she pleased, and she was not pretentious. This was very different from the women in the Central Plains who were deeply influenced by etiquette. In addition, the Purple-Robed Dragon King had a snow-white complexion, a graceful demeanor, and a calm temperament. Just sitting there quietly, he was like a painting.

This created a strong sense of crisis for Zhao Min, but it also secretly fueled her determination to compete and overpower her opponent.

As the saying goes, "beauty is in the eye of the beholder." In the original story, Zhang Wuji was interested in Zhao Min, Zhou Zhiruo, and Xiao Zhao. However, upon seeing the true face of the Purple-Robed Dragon King, he felt that she was just as beautiful as Zhao Min and Zhou Zhiruo, and even thought of her as Xiao Zhao's older sister.

It's impossible not to sigh with admiration for the Purple-Robed Dragon King, who once dwelt amidst the waves in her purple robes, captivating countless heroes and warriors. Therefore, the title of "the most beautiful woman in the martial arts world" bestowed upon the Purple-Robed Dragon King is not just something Xie Xun said.

Zhao Min, in particular, immediately noticed that the Purple-Robed Dragon King had a high nose, deep-set eyes, and snow-white skin, which was very different from the women of the Central Plains. So, Yun Changkong's constant talk about ethnic differences was actually aimed at me?

Zhao Min was naturally furious. She glared at the Purple-Robed Dragon King with her almond-shaped eyes and coldly retorted, "And who are you to Master Yun? How dare you be so fierce to me?"

The Purple-Robed Dragon King's lips twitched slightly, whether in a crying or laughing gesture, it was unclear. She didn't know who she was either. She slowly rose to her feet.

Zhao Min was already attracted by her beauty, and now seeing her stand up with the Yellow River behind her and her long hair flying in the wind, she truly looked like a narcissus dancing on the water. Zhao Min stared at her with her bright and beautiful eyes, thinking to herself, "He is so dashing and handsome, so otherworldly, how could he not have a past love? It seems only natural!"

The Purple-Robed Dragon King glanced at Yun Changkong, then abruptly turned and left.

Seeing that she was about to leave, Zhao Min said coldly, "You haven't explained yourself clearly, where are you going?"

The Purple-Robed Dragon King suddenly stopped and sneered, "Hey, what do I need to explain to you? A young girl like you, instead of staying at home embroidering flowers, has come all the way to this desolate mountain wilderness to fight over a man. How absurd!"

The Purple-Robed Dragon King knew that Yun Changkong and Zhao Min had a close relationship, but she had been a powerful figure in the martial arts world for decades. Zhao Min's tone was extremely disrespectful, even insulting and contemptuous. If it weren't for saving face for Yun Changkong, she would have slapped her long ago.

However, Zhao Min was used to being bossy, so how could she tolerate being scolded by a woman?

With a whoosh, he drew his short sword, and a flash of cold light shot out, aiming straight for the Purple-Robed Dragon King's back.

Yun Changkong was shocked. Before he could turn around, he reached out and grabbed Zhao Min's arm.

Although Zhao Min was skilled, the Purple-Robed Dragon King was a well-known figure in the martial arts world with profound skills. How could she be his match?

However, Zhao Min had no idea who this beautiful woman was. She thought Yun Changkong was protecting her, and suddenly her eyes reddened as she scolded, "You shameless liar! You're just a hypocrite!"

Yun Changkong was baffled. The Purple-Robed Dragon King had accused him of deceiving the world and stealing a reputation, and now this guy was accusing him of being hypocritical and sanctimonious. He said, "What nonsense are you spouting? What does this have to do with anything?"

Zhao Min scolded, "Who told me that I am bright and beautiful, born between heaven and earth, and possess the essence of heaven and earth, so that I can roam freely with you in the world of martial arts?"
I asked you this when I was at Wudang Mountain: "Have you forgotten what you told me? You've forgotten! Do you remember?"

Yun Changkong was stunned.

He remembered. Years ago, on Mount Wudang, Zhao Min had asked him in front of everyone what he had said to her that night. He hadn't recalled it at first, but it turned out to be this admonition!

You should know that Yun Changkong may look only eighteen or nineteen years old, but he has lived two lives and is actually the same age as the Purple-Robed Dragon King and the Yellow-Robed Woman. He has no psychological burden when teasing and flirting with them.

In his heart, Zhao Min and Zhou Zhiruo were just little girls; he couldn't let go of them, so it was difficult for him to develop romantic feelings for them.

Zhao Min grew angrier as she spoke, saying, "At the foot of Wudang Mountain, on the night we parted, I told you to get married, and who was it that said you wanted to become a nun, to be free from worldly desires and defilement? But now? Who is this woman?"

"I am a Mongolian woman. You keep saying that Han and non-Han peoples can't coexist, but isn't she a non-Han woman too?"

“It’s easy to be strict with others, but difficult to be strict with oneself!” Yun Changkong sighed softly. “As the Buddhists say, one’s fate in life is predetermined, and everyone has their own cause and effect. I have attained enlightenment and escaped the sea of ​​suffering. Whether I become a monk or not makes no difference to me!”

Zhao Min was stunned for a moment, then looked him over carefully.

The Purple-Robed Dragon King suddenly interjected, "You are the daughter of the Mongol Prince of Ruyang, and Fan Yao once served under you?"

Yun Changkong was startled.

Before he could speak, Zhao Min blurted out, "So what if I do?"

The Purple-Robed Dragon King chuckled, "Yes, so what!"

Before her laughter could stop, she suddenly flicked her sleeve and struck Zhao Min in the back with her palm.

The attack came so quickly that Zhao Min felt a block of ice pressed against her, leaving her no time to react.

Hearing the wind howling, Yun Changkong grabbed Zhao Min, turned her around, and pulled her close, holding her in his arms.

The Purple-Robed Dragon King's palm strike missed its mark, and with a loud "pop," the branches of the large willow tree swayed wildly.

Zhao Min turned pale with fright, only then realizing that this woman was incredibly skilled in martial arts and that she had actually dared to attack her. Chang Kong had helped her.

The Purple-Robed Dragon King's palm strike missed its mark, and his palm force slightly contracted. He sprang forward like a cat and rushed towards Zhao Min again, shouting, "Die!" He then slammed his staff down on Zhao Min's head.

Seeing that she arrived extremely quickly and with such fierce momentum, Yun Changkong knew that he would have to strike with his palm to defend himself. However, it seemed inappropriate for him to help Zhao Min fight her. So, he wrapped his left arm around Zhao Min, lightly touched the ground with his feet, and floated more than two zhang away.

With a loud crash, the Purple-Robed Dragon King's coral cane slammed to the ground. Ignoring it, she sprang up and suddenly somersaulted into the air, completing three laps before charging forward again.

Seeing her swift and unpredictable movements, as if her shadow was everywhere, Yun Changkong was quite surprised: "This is the first time I've seen her use such a technique." He then said, "She's still young, what does your husband have to do with her!"

The Purple-Robed Dragon King's eyes flashed with a sharp, razor-like light as he said in a hoarse voice, "Where did Fan Yao get her poison? Back then, Hu Qingniu forced me to return to the Ming Cult before he would cure my husband's poison, so I killed him. Hmph, how can I let this woman go today?"

Her movements were graceful, seemingly moving left and right, without any clear front or back. In one move, she attacked Zhao Min from different directions. This was a martial art she had learned at the Persian headquarters. Knowing how formidable Yun Changkong was, she used it.

Yun Changkong realized the danger. He knew that while Zhao Min was powerless to resist, he too could easily fall into her trap if he made a careless move. He retreated swiftly, unknowingly reaching the riverbank, with the Yellow River behind him.

At this moment, the powerful gust of wind from the Purple-Robed Dragon King's staff swept towards Zhao Min. The attack was swift, and Chang Kong could no longer dodge. Helpless, he flicked his sleeve...
The sleeves were fully penetrated by the "Arhat Subduing Demons Technique," and with a "bang," the strange forces collided.

Suddenly, a burst of white light shot out, and the Purple-Robed Dragon King sneered, floated several feet away, and shouted, "Good, very good!" He turned around and drifted away.

Zhao Min was slightly surprised, then chuckled and said, "Hey! Why did you run away? Go ahead and hit me again..."

"Alright." Yun Changkong felt bad and said, "I'll come find you after I've taken care of this."

Zhao Min snorted and turned to look, only to find that Yun Changkong's right sleeve was gone.

It turns out that the coral gold in Granny Jin Hua's walking stick was formed over millions of years in the deep sea. It can cut iron like tofu and hit stone like cotton. No matter how sharp a weapon is, it will break instantly when it encounters it.

Although Yun Changkong's skill was extremely profound, a piece of his sleeve was still torn off by about a foot.

Suddenly, Zhao Min let out a muffled groan, and Yun Changkong felt a pain in his hand. He looked down and saw...

Zhao Min's lips were stained with blood as she glared fiercely at herself.

It turned out that Zhao Min had bitten Chang Kong's hand hard, but he was protected by his true energy, and the moment Zhao Min bit him, blood immediately flowed from the corner of her mouth.

Yun Changkong felt genuinely embarrassed and retorted angrily, "Are you a dog?"

Zhao Min suddenly lowered her head and slammed it hard into Yun Changkong's chest and abdomen.

Yun Changkong couldn't help but chuckle at her actions. He shifted his body to the side, and Zhao Min's headbutt missed its mark. Unable to regain her footing, she plunged straight down the riverbank, screaming in fright.

Chang Kong waved his hand, grabbed her by the back and pulled her back, took a step, jumped off the riverbank, and said, "Alright, stop fooling around."

As soon as she let go, Zhao Min was so frightened that she hadn't recovered yet. Her body went limp and she collapsed.

Yun Changkong pulled her up again, feeling quite helpless, and said, "You don't look like a majestic princess at all!"

Zhao Min took a breath, raised her eyebrows, and glared at him, saying, "You shameless woman! She has a husband, and you're still entangled with him!"

“Amitabha!” Yun Changkong put his palms together and said, “If you see me by form or seek me by sound, you are walking a false path and cannot see the Tathagata! ‘Girl, you are attached to appearances.’”

Zhao Min was taken aback: "Is that what the Buddhist scriptures mean? You keep chanting Amitabha Buddha, but you're distorting Buddhist teachings. How shameless!"

Chang Kong smiled and said, "Even without form, there is no form! Whether you care about face or not, I am still a Buddha."

Everyone can become a Buddha, simply because it is their own Buddha. As long as I, Yun Changkong, am willing to do anything, what is impossible? Amitabha!

Zhao Min was extremely surprised. In her eyes, Yun Changkong's every move was handsome and elegant, and he was even more transformed. He spoke these words calmly and naturally, as if everything was as it should be!
Zhao Min frowned slightly and said, "If that's the case, then in what way am I inferior to that crazy woman with a husband?"

Yun Changkong clasped his hands together and said softly, "Physical appearance is just a facade. To me, you are all the same. It's just that she can give me what you can't. That's why I'm willing to be with her!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Min stared intently at him and slowly said, "Why? She is a Hu woman, and I am a Hu woman too. What's the difference? Do I not have what she has? The only difference is that my martial arts are inferior to hers. But did you fall for her because of her martial arts?"

Seeing the sorrow on her face, Yun Changkong said, "You've never understood where our conflict lies. It's not about whether it's 'humiliating' or not, but about class issues. Everyone should rise up..." Zhao Min said, "Rebel!"

Chang Kong nodded and said, "That's right. Since you are a member of the Mongol ruling class, it's understandable that you consider the uprising to be a rebellion."

But what everyone is rebelling against is your Mongol ruling class, not all Mongols. There are Mongols in the Ming Cult who rebel against you, not just Han Chinese! So when I say 'Amitabha,' it's the same as 'Expel the Tartars,' it's just a slogan.

I feel no burden when I'm with other people. But for a woman like you, I can't turn a blind eye, and you can't give up everything—the burden is too heavy!

Or, to put it another way, would you really give up your noble princess status and disown your parents for the sake of that little bit of interest, or perhaps admiration? After saying that, she turned and left.

"Clouds Over the Sky!"

The sky turned its head.

Zhao Min bit her lip and glared at Yun Changkong, saying, "I'm asking you, do you like me?"

Yun Changkong laughed nonchalantly and said, "Why haven't you given up yet?"

Zhao Min smiled wryly and said, "That reason won't convince me! You know that?"

Yun Changkong waved his hand and said, "Alright, I'm not trying to argue with you or persuade you. I just don't want to take on the pressure, that's all."

Zhao Min's eyes suddenly reddened, and two lines of clear tears flowed down her cheeks. She cried out, "I don't want to bear the pressure, hehe, Father, your daughter is... sorry for you..." After saying that, a flash of silver light appeared, and the short sword was plunged into her heart.

Yun Changkong knew she was prone to suicidal thoughts and would act spoiled and unreasonable, but he didn't dare to gamble. Fortunately, she was so close; if he didn't want to, who could possibly die?

Zhao Min's sword flashed, and Yun Changkong flicked his left hand. With a clang, the short sword flew out of his hand and stuck into a tree.

A hint of surprise flashed in Yun Changkong's eyes. He exclaimed "Eh!" and stretched out his right hand. With a clang, the short sword sprang up and landed in his hand.

Yun Changkong examined the short sword, his brows furrowing. He said, "It's actually a real sword? Not a fake?"

"Yun Changkong!" Zhao Min shouted, "You've gone too far!"

Suddenly, he sat down and burst into tears, saying, "Then why do you care about me? Go and get entangled with that married woman, why bother with whether I live or die?"

Yun Changkong sighed: "Miss Zhao, if you feel sorry for your father, why did you commit suicide?"

I am actually unambitious and frivolous, and I do feel guilty about what happened to you in the past.

Therefore, all these years, we have never dared to meet.

You'd better go along with your father's wishes. If I don't take action, how will you save face?

Zhao Min gazed intently at Yun Changkong, then suddenly burst into tears, rushed forward a few steps, and threw herself into his arms, crying, "You bastard! I moved back to Dadu with my father, and in these past few years, my father and mother have always wanted me to marry someone, but I've always been thinking of you, missing you, and can't forget you."

Do you know how difficult it is for me, my father, to take away my power to lead the heroes, and for me to resist the marriage?
I went through so much trouble to escape from home, and I didn't know where you were. Do you know how much effort it took for me to see you today? But you, but you…”

As he said this, Yun Changkong felt a warm sensation on his chest; it was her tears that had soaked his clothes.
Chang Kong heard her sobs, which sounded like a cuckoo weeping blood, and they were heartbreaking. He could naturally imagine that if it was true, it must have been incredibly difficult, but he couldn't bear to ask her.

After crying for a while, Zhao Min said, "I don't know where you went. I thought you were from Taiyuan, so you should go back to your hometown. I hid in Taiyuan for three months, but I didn't hear from you."

I was afraid of being found by my father. I heard from the people that Fengling Ferry connects the two banks of the Yellow River. I thought to myself, as long as you appear, whether you are traveling south or north, or just passing through, I will come.

I've lived here for half a year. To track your whereabouts, I not only go to the ferry myself every day, but I've also hired people to watch you based on your portrait. Do you know how much malice I've endured? I've spent all the money I brought with me. Do you think I want to wear these coarse clothes? Waaah…”

Her voice grew softer and softer as she spoke, her tone low, yet her words were deeply moving and captivating.

Yun Changkong felt his lips go dry and his body heat up. He already knew that this girl had fallen for him.

But he didn't know what to say, so he simply held her in his arms and listened quietly to her story.

It is well known that men are attracted to beauty and women to strength, especially young girls who, when feeling lost, confused, and helpless, always hope to have a steadfast support.

Therefore, the hero saving the damsel in distress always works!

Even if they are exposed or raped, they will still fall in love with each other.

It's because women willingly allow themselves to be captured by powerful or cunning men!
This is the fundamental point!
Yun Changkong's superb martial arts skills, calm mind, broad knowledge, courageous and responsible character, and carefree and unrestrained nature made her admire him from the bottom of her heart. In particular, his mystery made her curiosity irresistible.

When a woman is curious about a man, she's not far from falling for him.

It's important to understand that Zhao Min was brought home by the Xuanming Elders not because she didn't want to run away with "Little Yellow Hair," but because she knew Yun Changkong was injured that day, and was thus forced to go home. Once home, she naturally threw a tantrum, had a huge fight with her father and brothers, and then went back to find Yun Changkong.

But the Prince of Ruyang, having finally managed to get his daughter back, was terrified that she would be kidnapped by bandits, so he frequently tried to arrange marriages for Zhao Min.

Zhao Min naturally ignored her every whim, even threatening suicide.

Seeing her like this, the Prince of Ruyang became even more terrified and was determined to order Yun Changkong to be killed, but the other party had already disappeared.

Wang Baobao then said that if the other person had feelings for you, why didn't he come looking for you? You're just having wishful thinking! If you really want to see him, you should agree to the blind date. He'll definitely come back when he finds out. Although Zhao Min was angry, she also felt that it made sense, so she agreed.

However, Zhao Min is usually very picky, and when it comes to blind date partners, she inevitably compares them to Yun Changkong.

It turned out that those who came were either ignorant, incompetent, and arrogant, or they were obsequious and eager to please him.

Compared to Yun Changkong, it was like a firefly compared to the bright moon. The crooked tree's insistence on comparing itself to the handsome pine only intensified Zhao Min's longing for Yun Changkong, further solidifying her resolve to find him.

Zhao Min was cunning by nature. Once she made up her mind, she spent her days cursing Yun Changkong and telling Prince Ruyang to find her a good husband.

When the Prince of Ruyang and his son saw this, they realized that once the teenage girl was interested, she would cry and shed tears, but once she lost interest, they would not take it seriously anymore.

Zhao Min played the role for a full six months. As her family relaxed, she prepared even more thoroughly. One day, she quietly slipped away while washing up.

However, given the immense power of the Prince of Ruyang, she dared not take the main roads and instead traversed mountain paths, enduring considerable hardship. Last night, she received a message that seemed to be from Yun Changkong. She hurriedly checked and discovered a broken window where she witnessed a fight. She then began searching again, and from afar, she heard Yun Changkong's singing voice. An indescribable joy and happiness washed over her, completely erasing her previous sorrow.

It's a pity that Yun Changkong already has a woman by his side!
It turns out that while he was working hard, he was having a great time!

Tolerable or unbearable!
Zhao Min cried for a while, then suddenly raised her head, wiped away her tears, and shouted, "You know I'm getting married, but you didn't come to find me. Humph, very well, Yun Changkong, who do you think you are? We're cutting ties today."

Her voice was sharp and rapid-fire as she broke free from Yun Changkong's embrace, saying, "Farewell!"

Yun Changkong was taken aback by her sudden change of tactics, which greatly surprised him. He then calmly said, "I only recently learned about your marriage, and I suspected it was a conspiracy. Seeing it today confirms it!"

"Another conspiracy?" Zhao Min said angrily, "Where are there so many conspiracies? Do you think you're so great? Why don't you think that my father couldn't find me, so he deliberately spread this news to lure me back?"

Seeing her tear-streaked face, which looked even more beautiful in the sunlight, Yun Changkong reached out to wipe her tears and laughed, "What kind of logic is this? How can I get you back in this way?"

Zhao Min's heart pounded as his hand touched her face. She cursed, "My father overestimated you. You are heartless and ungrateful..." As she was cursing, she suddenly felt a heat on her lips.

Seeing her cheeks as red as lotus blossoms, Yun Changkong felt a surge of warmth in his heart and kissed her cherry lips.

In an instant, the two of them lost themselves in the moment.

Suddenly, they heard the sound of horses' hooves. Both of them were startled, and Zhao Min quickly broke free from Yun Changkong's embrace.

Although the place is secluded, it is already daylight, and people are coming and going.

Yun Changkong said, "Tell me about what you've been through these past few days."

Zhao Min snorted: "Who told you that!"

He made a quick move and ran away.

Chang Kong heard her few words and knew how hard she had worked. He also felt guilty and could only follow her and comfort her with soft words.

Zhao Min felt this was truly the most satisfying moment of her life, perhaps the happiest moment of her life. But she didn't say anything, keeping a straight face as she walked for more than ten miles.

Seeing the endless mountains and the complete absence of human habitation, Yun Changkong asked, "Where is this?"

Zhao Min pouted and said, "I've been living in the Zhongtiao Mountains for the past few days!"

Yun Changkong was taken aback.

Then Zhao Min said, "If I am captured and taken back by my father this time, I will definitely be married off. I dare not live in the city." As she spoke, she walked towards a grove of trees.

After passing through the woods and crossing a mountain ridge, Yun Changkong came across a thatched hut.

When Yun Changkong went inside, he found it to be extremely shabby.

For a moment, it felt like something was stuck in my throat.

He thought about the past few years, even though he had been practicing asceticism.

But the Beggars' Sect wasn't actually poor. Wealthy merchants and tycoons wanted to join for protection from gangsters. Apart from Shaolin and Wudang, the Beggars' Sect was the richest sect.

Shi Huolong recuperated at Wanghai Peak, donating generously to Wanghai Temple. He also had a residence at the Junshan headquarters, such as Lotus Villa. Therefore, Yun Changkong was always well taken care of and didn't have to worry about food.

He was deeply shocked that Zhao Min, a princess, had fallen to such a state for his sake. He slowly sat down, his voice trembling slightly, and said, "How have you managed to survive? I really don't know."

Zhao Min waved her hand and said, "It's not because of you. Didn't you say that to practice martial arts, you need to find a secluded place to calm your mind? That's why I tried it. It has nothing to do with you, Hero Yun. Don't flatter yourself!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Changkong felt a pang of pain in his heart. He looked up and saw Zhao Min staring at him with her beautiful eyes, which shone like stars and were filled with anticipation.

Yun Changkong met her gaze, and for some reason, his heart surged, and he said loudly, "Having met you in this life, I feel that my life has not been in vain."

Zhao Min glanced at him, smiled slightly, and said, "Have you said this to a few people?"

The clouds in the sky were filled with bitterness.

In an instant, his heart jolted, for he understood his own feelings and thought, "So this is the girl I've always had in my heart! Why did I spend my time cultivating in Wutai Mountain?"

Why did I go down Mount Wutai?

Actually, I had already fallen for her trick!

I, Yun Changkong, once possessed such formidable skills, killing thousands without batting an eye. Yet, when faced with her, I am filled with anxiety and have developed inner demons!
The real issue is that he can't bear to part with her, yet he can't afford to love her enough.

Even today, when I fought the Purple-Robed Dragon King, with whom I had just made love, for her sake, deep down I was still afraid she would get hurt!

For a moment, Yun Changkong didn't know whether it was joy or sorrow, fortune or misfortune, and seemed to be in a daze.

Suddenly, he felt an itch and heat in his ear. He turned to look and saw Zhao Min smiling as she blew air into his ear. When she saw him looking at her, she said with a grin, "Master Yun, are you really nothing special?"

Yun Changkong was taken aback. Seeing her like this, he felt even more affection for her. Suddenly, he made up his mind, gently stretched out his long arms, and picked Zhao Min up.

Zhao Min blushed and punched him, saying, "Let me go!"

Suddenly I felt a chill on my body; my clothes had been stripped off.

Yun Changkong had already buried his head in her snow-white, broad neck, inhaling her exquisite fragrance, which made him feel intoxicated.

Zhao Min trembled, her whole body went limp.

Yun Changkong, being bold, decisive, and daring, treated this place as his wedding night.

(End of this chapter)