In the beginning, he was ranked alongside An Shigeng as a spoiled brat.

If he were discovered, Xiao Yuanshan would simply turn around and leave.

But the words "Senior Xiao" instantly ignited a murderous intent in Xiao Yuanshan's heart.

Bang!

With the same relentless force, under the combined power of the two Prajna Palm techniques, Zhang Xiaoshan not only struck first despite being the second, but also shattered Xiao Yuanshan's palm strike without any resistance, passing right through his body.

puff!

Blood splattered in the air, and Qiao Feng looked at the two of them with a solemn expression.

If he wasn't mistaken, both of them were using the Shaolin ultimate technique—the Prajna Palm.

Even the weakest of the men in black, whose palm strikes were more domineering than Zhang Xiaoshan's Dragon Subduing Palm, not to mention the crushing palm strike that followed.

They're not even in the same league!

"Thank you for showing mercy!"

After the palm strike, Xiao Yuanshan felt that he was not seriously injured. On the contrary, after coughing up blood, his body felt unusually relaxed.

He knew, of course, that this was no coincidence.

That powerful palm strike just now was more than enough to shatter his internal organs and heart meridian.

"If it weren't for the sake of Master Qiao, who just struck you with that palm, even if you were at your peak twenty years ago, you would definitely be dead!"

"And your arrival is just in time, as my original invitation to Master Qiao is related to something that happened more than twenty years ago."

"Something from over twenty years ago? What do you know?"

"Knowing who was behind that attack back then, even if the ringleader was just a tool of the enemy."

"who is it?"

But as Xiao Yuanshan excitedly stepped forward, Zhang Xiaoshan turned and went to the hall.

Xiao Yuanshan followed closely behind, while Qiao Feng frowned deeply, sensing that this trip was definitely not a simple meeting.

"Hongxiao, go to the ice room and fetch a piece of dragonfish meat."

"Yes, Master!"

"Who is behind this? Could it be the Zhang family?"

As Hongxiao turned to leave, Xiao Yuanshan's eyes were already bloodshot, and his killing intent was ten times more terrifying than before.

"Senior is joking. The Zhang family has only risen to prominence in the last ten years, while your deeds were more than twenty years ago, when I wasn't even born yet."

"Who is that?"

"If you want to know, then stay here quietly."

"I have come to seek out Master Qiao for this matter. After hearing my explanation, you will understand everything and be able to resolve all your doubts."

"it is good!"

Upon hearing Zhang Xiaoshan's reply, Xiao Yuanshan knew Zhang Xiaoshan's strength and could not force him, so he could only wait quietly.

"I wonder what important matter Young Master Zhang wishes to discuss with Qiao Feng?"

"Please have a seat, both of you. I, Zhang, have arranged to meet with Master Qiao this time to exchange stories for stories."

My wife is currently composing a piece called "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer." The background music is almost finished, but it lacks the story of a great swordsman to serve as the basis for the narrative.

In today's martial arts world, Master Qiao, though born of Shaolin, rose from humble beginnings, making him a perfect fit.

As for my story, that's what Senior Xiao was most concerned about, and it also concerns the achievements of a notorious villain in the martial arts world.

"Story for story?"

Qiao Feng found it unbelievable, but he was more puzzled and curious.

At this moment, Jiang Xue came over from the cabin carrying a ten-pound jar of fine wine, placed it on the table, and added three glass wine cups.

"Master Qiao, Elder Xiao, this is Shaoxing Zhang Family Cellar Daughter Red Wine, aged for thirty years. Please!"

The Zhang family of Shaoxing?

They have no kinship with the Zhang family of Lin'an for five hundred years, but the Zhang family of Shaoxing, like the Zhang family of Lin'an, is a well-known and long-established family in the Central Plains.

All this is because of the family's generations-old, unparalleled skill in making daughter's red wine.

A jar of ten-jin (5 kg) ten-year-old Daughter's Red wine costs at least ten gold coins on the market, and the supply cannot meet the demand.

Eighteen-year-old Daughter's Red wine, costing a hundred gold coins per jar, is specially made for the weddings of the daughters of the top wealthy families.

A daughter who is over thirty years old is extremely rare and hard to find; there are simply no such daughters on the market.

"Young Master Zhang, I cannot accept such a reward without merit. This wine is far too precious."

"Haha, you're too kind, Master Qiao."

This wine is excellent, but it also depends on who you're drinking it with.

As a distinguished guest, Master Qiao naturally deserves to be treated to the finest wine; this is the host's way of showing his appreciation.

Moreover, this wine wasn't bought at a high price by the Zhang family; it was a gift from the Zhang family of Lin'an.

Last time, for Madam Zhang's sixtieth birthday celebration in Lin'an, the Zhang family prepared a large cake with a "thousand longevity" design on the fourth floor of the Red Mansion. The head of the Zhang family also presented one hundred jars of aged wine, aged over thirty years.

"I see!"

The two Zhang families exchanged gifts. Although he had never seen the "Thousand Longevity Painting," he could imagine that such a grand return gift from the Shaoxing Zhang family must have been an extremely impressive work.

"Young Master, dragonfish meat!"

Dragonfish meat?

Looking at the frozen fish chunks, which weighed over a hundred pounds and were as clear and transparent as iced fruit juice, Qiao Feng's expression was filled with curiosity.

"Master Qiao, this time it really wasn't as fortunate as our timing."

Perhaps because he brought the Dragon Ball with him, Zhang actually caught a rare species of fish during his sea fishing trip – a dragonfish!

Not only is its meat ten times more tender than tuna, melting in your mouth, but its flesh is also highly nutritious and beneficial for replenishing blood and energy.

"These hundred pounds of fish alone would probably be enough to allow an ordinary person who has never set foot in the martial arts world to complete the 100-day Foundation Establishment stage in a short period of time, becoming a master of external martial arts with minor achievements in body tempering."

"The medicine is so potent!"

Qiao Feng stared in disbelief at the thawing fish in Zhang Xiaoshan's hand. This wasn't fish at all; it was clearly ginseng, lingzhi mushrooms…

With a dazzling array of cuts made with the kitchen knife, Zhang Xiaoshan finally took three 10-pound platters.

This made Qiao Feng secretly marvel at the extravagance of the meal.

The Daughter's Red wine, aged only thirty years, is worth a thousand gold pieces. If the fish and meat are as Zhang Xiaoshan described, even ten thousand gold pieces wouldn't be enough to describe their value.

Chapter 205 Arrival at Swallow's Nest: Yan Fei and Huan Shou

Ten pounds of fish is no problem for anyone's stomach!

The fish melts in your mouth, followed by a warm current that spreads throughout your body, like a cup of hot water in winter—absolutely delightful.

Compared to Zhang Xiaoshan's slight feeling of fullness, Qiao Feng and Xiao Yuanshan exchanged a shocked glance.

One bite of fish was just as effective as Zhang Xiaoshan had described.

In particular, Zhang Yuanshan's complexion under his mask had recovered considerably, giving him a refreshed appearance.

Such rare and precious materials are priceless, let alone worth a fortune. I never expected that Zhang Xiaoshan would take out so many without hesitation to entertain them.

"I never imagined there were such wondrous dragonfish in the world?"

"There are many strange things in the world. Just the strange creatures that I have encountered include the snow fox from the far north, whose blood can be used as a holy medicine to treat internal injuries; the Pusiqu snake from the heart of the Central Plains, whose gall can enhance blood and qi, and is no less than the flesh and blood of dragon fish; and the white dolphin I encountered on the sea this time, which is three zhang in size and is probably an old monster that has lived for hundreds of years."

Upon hearing Zhang Xiaoshan's words, Qiao Feng couldn't help but feel envious.

He had never heard of most of these things before, and couldn't help but chuckle:

"Qiao Feng considered himself to have traveled all over the country, but he had not encountered a single rare and extraordinary object, which was truly shameful."

"Leaving aside Master Qiao, how many people know about the rare species of heaven and earth and believe in their existence?"

Zhang also consulted some ancient books and knew where those things were. For example, he knew the location of the *Bodhi-curved Serpent*, which is how he found it.

"That's right! Let's drink!"

"Dry!"

The three of them drank and ate heartily, creating a remarkably harmonious atmosphere.

Although Xiao Yuanshan didn't speak, he was indeed in such close contact with Qiao Feng that the only obstacle between father and son was Zhang Xiaoshan.

It wasn't until Hongxiao reminded them that they had arrived at Swallow's Nest that everyone finished eating the fish and meat in front of them.

"We've arrived. Tonight, Master Qiao will prepare for the story; we'll tell it tomorrow."

The day after tomorrow, Mr. Zhang will tell a story, which is also the reason why he invited these two people here.

"Is it?"

Qiao Feng didn't know what story Zhang Xiaoshan was going to tell, but just from the excitement and murderous intent of the masked man in black, he knew that it was a great secret in the martial arts world.

As for why he got involved, we'll find out the day after tomorrow.

"Rumor has it that Huanshi Water Pavilion holds the world's most secret manuals. Why don't you two come and see for yourselves!"

"That's right, that's also what puzzled Qiao Feng."

Why would the Murong family suddenly gift their ancestral property to the Zhang family, and then suddenly disappear?

"Because Nan Murong was involved in the battle of Zhuxian Town, and his identity was discovered by the Golden-Faced Buddha."

After escaping, the Murong family packed up their valuables and fled, while simultaneously writing to the Zhang family, hoping they could appease the Golden-Faced Buddha's murderous intent!

Qiao Feng suddenly realized, no wonder.

At the same time, he gave Zhang Xiaoshan a strange look. The Murong family had offended not only the Golden-Faced Buddha, but also the Zhang family.

The wrath of the two major powers was so intense that even the Beggars' Sect could not withstand it.

It's no wonder the Murong family left in such a hurry.

"Young master!"

At this time, the Zhang family business was in charge of the area in front of Yanziwu, with over a hundred guards on the dock.

On one side, there were also three beautiful and graceful women, A Zhu and A Bi, the three cousins ​​abandoned by the Murong family. Many guards couldn't help but stare at them.

However, upon seeing a stunningly beautiful woman dressed as a lady next to them, they all sat up straight, not daring to glance at her even slightly.

It's not that they don't know the beauty of married women, but they treat young girls like treasures.

Rather, this beautiful woman was a Black Widow, a terrifying femme fatale who used people as fertilizer—this was no secret within the Zhang family business.

After learning their background, they never looked at them directly, and no blasphemous thoughts arose in their eyes whenever they saw them.

At this moment, the group of women were watching the approaching, sailless ship.

As for the four great retainers?

The Murong family disappeared on the very night they were wiped out overnight.

Yes, their entire family was wiped out.

The four powerful retainers were too conspicuous, so the Murong father and son naturally couldn't leave anyone who knew their secrets.

As for Wang Yuyan? These days, not only are cousins ​​a pair, but they are also within five degrees of kinship. Once the Murong family's secret is exposed, her maternal aunt and cousin will also be implicated!

In everyone's eyes, a tall, handsome young man slowly appeared on the deck.

"Which direction is Huanshi Water Pavilion in? It would be best if someone familiar with the area could come up and guide us."

"This servant is Azhu, and this is Abi. We are young master Murong's maids and know the location of Huanshi Water Pavilion."

"Come up!"

Zhang Xiaoshan looked at Madam Wang to the side and nodded, saying:

"Madam Wang, please come along too. I'm sure you're also puzzled by the Murong family's actions."

"Thank you very much, Young Master Zhang!"

Although Madam Wang was arrogant, she also knew how formidable the Zhang family was.