Villain: After I died, all the heroines cried themselves to sleep.

A cold glint flashed in the darkness.

Click.

A crisp sound came from the void.

Luo Zheng turned the wine pot in his hand and gripped the sword with the handle.

"Why don't you learn your lesson? You finally managed to escape last time, and now you're back to get yourself killed."

He calmly watched the red-clad female warrior who was about to assassinate him.

However, it was Tang Ning, whom I hadn't seen for some time.

"Or do you just enjoy being tied up and bullied by me?"

"You're the one who likes this! Take this!"

Tang Ning recalled the humiliation she had suffered before, and her face flushed with anger.

It was even more vibrant than the red dress she was wearing.

She suddenly raised her sword and flung the wine jug into the air.

Immediately afterward, the sword in his hand trembled, transforming into a dazzling array of sword shadows that rushed towards Luo Zheng.

Luo Zheng met the attack with his sword, striking several times before the enemy could react.

No matter what moves Tang Ning used.

He shattered them all with a single sword strike.

Clang!

Luo Zheng seized the opening and knocked Tang Ning's sword away.

He reached out and grabbed Tang Ning's wrist.

It's just a pull and a twist.

He then held Tang Ning hostage in front of him.

"Stop struggling, you're no match for me. Just accept your punishment."

"This doesn't count."

Tang Ning struggled but could not break free, glaring angrily at Luo Zheng.

"You used to be no match for me, how come you've become so strong now?"

"Of course it's because I let you win, silly girl."

Luo Zheng said jokingly.

Ignoring the petrified Tang Ning, he looked up at the palace above.

"I raise my cup to invite the bright moon, and with my shadow, we become three. I am here, my shadow has come, but may I ask where the moon is?"

The voice just fell.

The evening breeze rustled the leaves.

In the night sky, a slender figure gracefully danced under the moonlight.

She wore a veil and a robe shimmering with moonlight.

Like a fairy from the moon palace.

She gracefully landed in front of Luo Zheng.

Although her true appearance could not be seen, her serene and otherworldly temperament evoked a sense of beauty as if she were a painting.

"King Zheng of Liang, release Ning'er."

"It is the cold and aloof Fairy Wangshu," she said.

She was dressed in white, her gaze fixed on Luo Zheng with a detached chill.

You could tell from the icy aura emanating from her.

This is not a request, but a threat.

A Xuanwu practitioner at the Heavenly Origin Realm possesses the power to move mountains and fill seas.

However, due to the influence of the universe, they are not allowed to interfere in the mortal world under normal circumstances, lest they be tainted by karmic retribution.

This is especially true for the feudal lords who carry the fortune of their region.

But this falls under the category of self-discipline.

It's not unacceptable to take action, even at the risk of karmic consequences, if necessary.

"Are you threatening me? You've got one thing wrong, I'm the one threatening you now."

Luo Zheng decisively raised his sword and placed it against Tang Ning's neck.

"Quickly drop your weapons and surrender, and hand over the Bright Moon Pearl of Wei, or I will kill your beloved disciple."

"..."

Tang Ning stared at Luo Zheng in disbelief.

Even Fairy Wangshu couldn't help but frown.

I never expected Luo Zheng to be so despicable as to use Tang Ning as a shield.

However, Fairy Wangshu was not naive and easily gave up her power to let the villains succeed.

She raised her hand and flicked a white ribbon into the woods beside her.

With a little force, a figure was pulled out.

She held him hostage.

"This person should be your bodyguard. If you release Ning'er, I will return her to you as well."

"That's what Fairy Wangshu said."

"Secret guards?"

Luo Zheng looked at the person Wang Shu was holding hostage with suspicion.

The other party was a woman dressed in black samurai attire, with excellent facial features.

Unfortunately, he has a large burn scar on his face.

It ruined her appearance.

"..."

Luo Zheng's lips twitched slightly.

Although he had never seen the woman's face, he did recognize her.

They also knew that the other party was often lurking in the shadows on guard.

Because the woman was the swordsman who served Song Wan.

In a sense, she could also be considered Luo Zheng's rival in love, or rather, his victim.

Luo Zheng immediately launched into a tirade of profanities.

"You shameless fairy Wangshu, you call yourself a righteous person, yet you've committed the despicable act of taking hostages! You are utterly despicable and shameless!"

"You used Ning'er to blackmail me first. Now I'm merely asking you to release the hostage. How is that despicable?"

Fairy Wangshu remained calm and coldly rebuked Luo Zheng.

Luo Zheng chuckled.

"I am a tyrannical and incompetent ruler. Threatening people is commonplace for me. Who are you to compare yourself to me?"

If a villain doesn't pose a threat, can he still be called a villain?

These words were spoken.

The surrounding air seemed to freeze.

Fairy Wangshu was rendered speechless by Luo Zheng's rebuttal.

Unfortunately, the veil obscured her face, so her expression was not visible.

He could only judge by her increasingly cold and stern gaze.

She was very angry.

But Luo Zheng's performance wasn't over yet.

"I never accept threats. You can die in peace, I will avenge you later."

He made a promise to the black-clad swordsman.

"I will take care of your wife and children, so you need not worry!"

"Liang Wang Zheng! You are shameless! This is definitely not the Xiao Zheng I knew!"

Tang Ning struggled in a fit of rage.

He immediately shouted at Fairy Wangshu.

"Master, don't worry about me, just get started!"

As she spoke, she suddenly bit Luo Zheng's arm.

Are you born in the Year of the Dog?

Luo Zheng was also surprised by Tang Ning's actions.

In that moment of stunned silence...

whisper.

A beautiful flash of sword light appeared.

In a short while, it arrived before them.

Luo Zheng had no choice but to release Tang Ning to dodge the sword strike.

However, Fairy Wangshu had no intention of letting Luo Zheng go.

She lightly touched the void, walking on the moon, her steps as light as a startled swan's reflection.

Her cold and beautiful figure was graceful and elegant.

However, in every gesture and movement...

A chill was palpable.

Clang!

Luo Zheng rode the wind and fearlessly accepted the sword.

Light and shadow intertwine, and sword energy crisscrosses.

Both sides fought with all their might, clashing fiercely under the moonlight.

Neither of them wanted to disturb others, so they both gathered their spiritual power into their swords and decided to compete in swordsmanship.

In the instant they clashed, Luo Zheng sensed the exquisite skill of Fairy Wangshu's swordsmanship.

The opponent is a genuine Xuanwu practitioner at the Heavenly Origin Realm.

Luo Zheng had no choice but to take it seriously.

Little did they know that Fairy Wangshu on the other side was equally astonished by Luo Zheng's swordsmanship.

Except at the beginning, when Luo Zheng used the Qingying Sword Technique to test her, which she saw through.

Then Luo Zheng's swordsmanship suddenly changed.

She could no longer suppress him.

It was even faintly suppressed by Luo Zheng's swordsmanship.

The two engaged in a back-and-forth exchange, with the starry sky as their stage.

Black and white intermingled.

It was as if we were dancing together under the moonlight.

Clang!

The two swords rang out in unison.

The two figures immediately separated.

They stood at opposite ends of the orchid-covered boat.

Luo Zheng and Fairy Wangshu actually fought their way from the Ascending Heaven Terrace all the way to the Orchid Pool Palace.

"Where did you learn your swordsmanship?"

Fairy Wangshu asked.

"I was born into this world by the mandate of Heaven, and I am in harmony with Heaven and Earth. Why should I learn from others? Of course, I am self-taught."

Luo Zheng stood tall and spoke the truth.

Fairy Wangshu's beautiful eyes narrowed slightly.

"If you truly connect with the heavens and the people, you should know that your sins are overflowing. If you insist on becoming emperor, you will only bring disaster to the fate of the human race, ultimately causing the world to collapse and humanity to perish."

Her voice was clear and her words were earnest.

"It's not too late to turn back now. If you abandon the throne and leave with me, you may escape death. Otherwise, you will become the enemy of all the people, and righteous heroes will want to kill you as soon as possible."

"Ha... I am blessed with a divine mandate, how can you kill me?"

Luo Zheng disagreed.

"Besides, would killing me bring peace to the world? The way of Heaven is constant; it does not exist for Yao, nor does it perish for Jie."

"You all think you are chess players, but in reality you are just pieces on the chessboard of the world, being manipulated at will, knowing only a corner and not the whole picture."

Ok.

He didn't know either.

"..."

Seeing that Luo Zheng remained obstinate, Fairy Wangshu said no more.

She began to gather the spiritual energy around her.

The terrifying pressure of the Heavenly Origin Realm rapidly spread outwards.

Seeing that the other party was about to get serious, Luo Zheng's gaze sharpened, and he gradually began to connect with the heavens and earth.

The two held their breath and remained silent.

Only the surrounding emptiness felt exceptionally heavy.

Then violent turmoil ensued.

Ripples spread across the surface of Lanchi Lake.

hum-

The swords of Fairy Wangshu and Luo Zheng simultaneously emitted a clear, ringing sound.

The tranquil moonlight shone down like silver.

sparkling.

Fairy Wangshu was the first to draw her sword.

She looked down from above, watching the moon and stars shift, surrounded by a sky full of starlight.

Light and shadow complement each other.

She gave a soft shout.

The bright moonlight shines through all the rivers and streams.

The divine radiance of the moon had no power whatsoever.

Only Luo Zheng, who was in the midst of it, felt the terror of its ability to obliterate the void.

Luo Zheng's expression was solemn, and he dared not be negligent in the slightest.

He landed on the orchid pond.

The Tai'a sword in his hand moved as lightly as a dragonfly skimming the water.

"Divine Firmament Sword Technique"

Luo Zheng gave a low shout.

He suddenly raised the sword tip upwards.

The rippling lake surface suddenly erupted with astonishing power.

Rumble!

Nine enormous azure dragons coiled up and collided violently with the flowing moonlight.

In an instant, the nine water dragon pillars shattered.

They transformed into an endless array of black birds.

The black bird soars against the autumn wind, straight up to the sky.

It was offset by the moonlight filling the sky.

wow——

The torrential rain returned.

The dried-up orchid pond was instantly filled with water.

"..."

Fairy Wangshu stood atop a magnificent palace, gazing across the lake at Luo Zheng.

Such a commotion would soon attract the attention of the palace guards.

Fairy Wangshu did not wish to get entangled.

He turned around, ready to leave.

"Wait a minute."

Luo Zheng called out to her.

Fairy Wangshu turned around, just about to ask what was wrong.

But she discovered that Luo Zheng had crossed the void and appeared in front of her without her noticing.

Caught off guard.

Her veil was lifted by a gentle breeze.

Luo Zhengze then forcefully moved his face closer.

Grin.

The sword light forced Luo Zheng to retreat.

Fairy Wangshu glared at Luo Zheng, her eyes burning with anger.

My once calm heart is now in turmoil.

"How dare you—"

"Come and go as you please? You should at least leave something behind."

Luo Zheng was incredibly self-righteous.

"..."

Fairy Wangshu did not answer, but stared intently at Luo Zheng.

If looks could kill.

Luo Zheng estimated that she had killed him ten thousand times over.

It took her a long time to look away.

His movements were graceful and ethereal.

They disappeared into the moonlight.

Luo Zheng's wicked scheme succeeded, and he didn't bother to pursue it.

He returned to the Sky Tower.

As expected, Tang Ning had long since disappeared without a trace.

Only the black-clad swordsman remained, who was first captured by Wang Shu and then knocked unconscious by Tang Ning.

"Should I kill you, or should I just kill you?"

Even if they are rivals in love.

They had to die.

Thinking of this.

Luo Zheng drew his Tai'a sword.

……

at the same time.

Tang Ning, having escaped, did not rush to flee.

Instead, they found a palace.

She knocked on the window.

The window was opened very quickly.

Tang Ji, sitting in the side room, looked at Tang Ning with a mixture of surprise and delight.

"Sister Ning, what brings you here?"

"I've come to keep my promise. Now is the perfect time to escape, Youwei, come with me."

Tang Ning wanted to take Tang Ji with her when she left.

When she brought Tang Ji to Xianyang, they made a promise that she would rescue her and get her away.

He never expected that he would be arrested by Luo Zheng instead.

It was only out of necessity that it was delayed until now.

Tang Ji did not immediately agree when she heard Tang Ning's words.

She glanced back at the room.

The wooden box she cherished was now open.

Because of the previous flooding, she also took out the letters that were inside to dry.

This is a letter sent to her by her childhood older brother.

During her most vulnerable moments, she was able to survive thanks to her older brother's encouragement.

"Sister Ning, do you know where the little brother is?"

Tang Ji inquired.

Upon hearing this, Tang Ning recalled what had happened not long ago.

Those kinds of bad people are better off dead than alive.

Her face darkened.

"Just pretend he's dead, killed by Liang Wang Zheng."

"what……"

Tang Ji's eyes widened, her heart trembling slightly.

She suddenly remembered what Luo Zheng had said to her not long ago.

Her watery eyes instantly filled with tears, which streamed down her face like dewdrops.

"The young man... is dead..."

Tang Ji burst into tears.

Tang Ning felt sorry for Tang Ji when she saw her pitiful appearance and wanted to tell her the truth.

But he was also afraid that Tang Ji's dream would be shattered, and that he would become even more heartbroken.

She felt that a short, sharp pain was better than a long, drawn-out one.

In the end, he hardened his heart, comforting Tang Ji while preparing to take her away.

However, Tang Ji was surprisingly strong.

"No, I'm not leaving."

Tang Ji wiped away her tears and said with a pursed mouth.

"I have nowhere else to go. Rather than wandering around, I'd rather stay here."

The reason for staying here is self-evident.

Tang Ning saw that Tang Ji's mind was made up.

All I could do was offer quiet words of comfort.

"Youwei, don't be sad. I'll come to see you again. If you want to leave then, remember to tell me."

"Okay, Wei understands. Thank you, Sister Ning."

The two made another agreement.

Tang Ning had no choice but to leave to reunite with her master.

……

The long night passed.

The riot that night was suppressed by Luo Zheng and did not spread.

The next morning, Luo Zheng appeared as if nothing had happened and led his harem back to Xianyang.

Sitting in the car, he took one last look at Shanglin Garden.

Playing house.

ended.