The Immortal Empress, Unrivaled Through Eternity

Five days later, within the territory of Qizhou.

Tai Mang Mountain is only 300 li away from Qizhou City, but it spans across Yunzhou, Qizhou, and Linzhou, three continents.

It is not only a necessary route to the capital, but also a fortress, making it a strategic location that military strategists must contend for.

If Mount Dacang is the border of the human race, then Mount Taimang is the formidable pass for the human race's survival.

More than 600 years ago, a Dragon Emperor stepped into the Divine Realm, established a dynasty, relied on the majestic pass of Tai Mang Mountain, fought a bloody battle against the demon race, and conquered 30,000 miles of land for the human race.

They defeated the demon king, who fled in panic, and only then did they establish the demon kingdom to contend with the human race.

It is precisely because of this that we have the magnificent landscape of the human race spanning tens of thousands of miles today.

Unfortunately, that Dragon Emperor, who fought against the demon race throughout his life and whose combat power was unparalleled, did not live to reach the three-hundred-year limit of the God Realm before passing away suddenly.

The inn at the foot of the mountain is located eighty miles away from the majestic pass of Tai Mang Mountain.

At this moment, the inn was bustling with noise, filled with the aroma of wine and meat, and was incredibly lively.

"Women should stay at home, be good wives and mothers; can someone who wields weapons even be considered a woman?"

A burly man downed the wine in his bowl and slammed it down on the table: "This world should be a place for men to roam freely, while women should bear children and raise them, with men as the moral order."

"This is a truth that has never changed throughout history!"

"Bang!"

The wine jar flew through the air and exploded on the burly man's forehead, instantly spilling the nectar-like liquid all around.

A crisp, melodious voice, accompanied by the rich aroma of alcohol, rang out above the burly man's head: "If you keep talking nonsense, you'll lose your head."

"It's Yao San Niang..."

"Yao San Niang? The Yao San Niang who angrily killed the men in her family and then roamed the martial arts world?"

"Shh...don't speak, this woman is ruthless!"

Upon seeing the figure speaking, many people lowered their heads.

Even the burly man who had spoken up silently turned his face away and muttered, "I wasn't talking about you. I was talking about that so-called number one beauty of Qingzhou."

"Yeah yeah!"

Someone tried to smooth things over: "I wonder what kind of beauty this number one beauty of Qingzhou is that even the Sword Saint of Cangshan fell for her."

"Who can argue with that? The Sword Saint of Cangshan has been slaying demons for twenty years; who in the martial world doesn't know him?"

"Yet this very hero actually set foot in the capital for a woman, defying the imperial decree."

"It's all that witch's fault! What kind of person is the Sword Saint of Cangshan? Even the current emperor has issued decrees to commend him several times, expressing his great admiration."

"If it weren't for that vixen's wickedness, how could a towering figure like the Sword Saint of Cangshan have acted in such a way?"

"Brothers, the Sword Saint of Cangshan has slain tens of thousands of demons; we cannot let a woman tarnish his reputation!"

"Excellent! This time, that vixen must pay the price!"

"Hmph! That vixen seduced the Sword Saint; she deserves to die!"

"The Great Yu Dynasty has enjoyed four hundred years of peace and prosperity, and all people under heaven are living in happiness. We must not allow this witch to run rampant."

Amidst the noise, a horse-drawn carriage approached from not far away.

Twelve mounted guards stood in four directions, moving at a pace that was neither too fast nor too slow.

Once you pass the majestic Tai Mang Mountain Pass, you've covered half the journey. Travel another five thousand li, and you'll reach the capital.

"Here it comes!"

"This is the carriage of the Li family from Qingzhou!"

No sooner had the exclamations subsided than, with a whoosh, figures appeared in the large open space in front of the inn.

All eyes were fixed on the approaching carriage.

"The Great Yu Dynasty has enjoyed four hundred years of peace, and it must not be ruined because of a witch."

"We, the people of the martial world, prioritize loyalty and honor; we absolutely cannot allow this vixen to pass!"

"The Sword Saint of Cangshan is a hero of the human race and a great hero in the martial arts world. We must not let a demoness ruin his reputation."

"We have studied martial arts for decades, how can we allow a vixen to act like this?"

With an undisguised voice, figures wielding weapons blocked the middle of the road.

There were men and women, young and old, and no fewer than a hundred people.

Everyone's face was filled with anger, as if they were indignant about the four hundred years of peace that had been enjoyed by the Great Yu Dynasty.

It was as if they were speaking out for the renowned Cangshan Sword Saint.

Inside the carriage, Yuan Qing laughed so hard she could barely breathe: "Hahahaha... They call you a witch!"

"They also said you bewitched the Sword Saint of Cangshan!"

"Hahaha...didn't you say the Sword Saint of Cangshan was your master? Are you having a master-disciple romance now?"

"You know what, there are quite a few such stories. Back then, there was a Venerable One who fell madly in love with his female disciple, and they even committed suicide together in the end."

Hearing Yuan Qing's laughter, Li Yunqing's expression also stiffened.

She wondered what righteous cause these martial arts figures were blocking her way for.

She never expected that these people would call her a witch and accuse her of seducing the Sword Saint of Cangshan.

She saved the Sword Saint, and that's why the Sword Saint stepped forward to help her.

How could it possibly be related to love?

This was definitely spread deliberately by someone in order to stop her.

His intentions were extremely malicious; he ruined her reputation and condemned her and the Sword Saint to the realm of disloyalty and injustice.

In particular, the romantic relationship between a master and disciple is absolutely contrary to human ethics and moral norms.

In this era, the bond between teachers and students is comparable to that between fathers and children.

A romantic relationship between a master and his disciple is absolutely something that is condemned by the world.

"royal?"

Li Yunqing felt a surge of anger.

Aside from royalty, probably no one would dare to say that.

Only royalty would say such a thing, otherwise the truth about her defying the imperial decree and publicly announcing the engagement would become known to the world.

The royal family would be the ones to lose face.

Only by trampling her reputation into the dust can the royal family appear more noble and righteous.

But a woman simply cannot clarify or prove such statements.

This is practically an ancient version of "public opinion can melt metal".

Once she's caught up in it, no one can vouch for her innocence.

"That vixen, who seduced the Sword Saint, truly deserves to die!"

"Witch, this road is blocked. If you have any shame, leave now. Why make a scene that the whole world knows?"

"Witch! How dare you tarnish the Sword Saint's name, how dare you disrupt the natural order of the world!"

"..."

"call……"

Listening to the increasingly noisy and clamorous sounds outside the carriage, Li Yunqing let out a long breath and slowly calmed her emotions.

She didn't care about her reputation.

But in such times, a woman who has lost her reputation is openly harassed by any man.

There may even be all sorts of foul language.

That's what she can't accept.

"What are you planning to do?"

Looking at the calm Li Yunqing, Yuan Qing was also a little curious.

People like this are probably impossible to kill completely.

Even if others don't say it to your face, they'll probably say all sorts of dirty things behind your back.

"I haven't decided yet!"

Li Yunqing responded telepathically, and then said to Xiaolan and the others, "You all wait here, there's no need to come forward."

These powerful figures from the martial arts world were far beyond the capabilities of her guards.

She could clearly sense that almost all of these martial arts practitioners who dared to roam the world were at the Qi Realm level, and some of them even had the strength of the Qi Realm Perfection.

"Miss, be careful!" Xiao Lan said nervously, her eyes filled with worry.

Even the guards surrounding the carriage had sweaty palms.

Wearing armor, he is not afraid of ordinary people, but when facing a Qi Realm expert, he could die if he is not careful.

"No need to panic!"

As she spoke, Li Yunqing stood up, lifted the carriage curtain, and slowly stepped down from the carriage.

But the moment the group of martial arts practitioners saw Li Yunqing's figure, the previously noisy and clamorous voices instantly fell silent.

Almost instantly, everyone's attention was drawn to the purple figure.

She wore a slightly loose, yet dignified purple dress.

The elegant and casually styled cloud hairpin is lightly held in place by a carved jade hairpin, and strands of hair at the temples and forehead dance lightly in the wind.

She revealed her exquisite, flawless face.

Her eyebrows and eyes were like a painting, full of gentleness and tranquility, and her whole person exuded an ethereal and natural temperament.

At first glance, one can tell that she is a dignified and elegant lady from a prominent family.

Her face, free of makeup and as white as jade, exudes a serene and unpretentious charm.

Like the bright moon rising over the sea, with the clear breeze arriving as the water recedes, she is a fairy who lives apart from the world and is untouched by worldly affairs.

"She...she's the most beautiful woman in Qingzhou? As expected..."

He started to say something, then immediately shut up.

They came to stop the woman, not to admire her beauty.

But everyone's eyes remained fixed on the girl.

Her neck was delicate and smooth, her chest was firm and prominent, her waist was slender and supple, and her buttocks were round and eye-catching.

Even loose and elegant dresses cannot conceal her alluring and seductive figure.

"Tsk... They just called you a vixen, and now they all want to devour you whole and meld you into their bodies!"

Seeing this, Yuan Qing whispered in Li Yunqing's ear, "I bet if we were in the middle of nowhere, you really were a weak woman."

"This group of people will absolutely take advantage of you and ravage you from head to toe."

"Hmm... even a hundred times wouldn't be enough."

Li Yunqing: "..."

Let's say something nice, sister.

Li Yunqing remained silent, lifted her foot, and slowly walked towards the crowd.

The clear, melodious voice, pure and unadulterated, uniquely belonging to a young girl, suddenly resounded throughout the entire venue at that moment.

"You're saying... I'm a witch?"