Simultaneous Transmigration: Freedom Across the Heavens

Chapter 89 First Arrival in Kyoto

Linghu Chong held Ren Yingying's body and wept silently.

The night wind swept by, swirling up the withered leaves on the ground and brushing against his hair, creating a desolate scene.

It seemed as if two people were splitting in his mind, one of whom was shouting: Revenge, avenge Ren Yingying, kill Bai Li, pay for the blood debt!

The other vehemently objected; "No, that's your junior brother, and besides, you can't beat him!"

The two voices tore at his mind repeatedly, and his head ached so badly it felt like it was going to explode.

"Why?" Linghu Chong ultimately did not make a move, but asked in a hoarse voice.

"Because she is Ren Woxing's daughter."

"That's all?"

"right."

Bai Li offered no explanation, nor did she display any extra emotion.

It's just a difference in our positions. I want to protect Ling Shan, so I can only make things difficult for you, Senior Brother.

Linghu Chong looked at Ji Wushi, Lan Fenghuang, and Ping Yizhi in turn, and suddenly felt a sharp pain in his heart that made it hard to breathe.

The four people who were chatting and laughing just moments ago are now reduced to just him.

"What about Lan Fenghuang? She's innocent and naive. Why did you kill her too?"

Bai Li said calmly, "She is a staunch supporter of Ren Yingying and is skilled in using poison."

Linghu Chong sighed deeply, "What about Ping Yizhi? Although he has some eccentricities, he has saved countless lives."

"He committed suicide."

Linghu Chong: "..." One sentence left him speechless.

"Alright, I have other things to do."

Bai Li glanced at Linghu Chong one last time, "Senior Brother, you should think about how you're going to explain this to Master when you get back."

"

Lifting up, disappearing, flowing like clouds and water.

Linghu Chong stood up unsteadily and walked step by step to the outside of the camp. Without using any tools, he simply stretched out his hands and dug a hole.

It wasn't until dawn that he finished digging three large pits, then placed Lan Fenghuang, Ji Wushi, and Ping Yizhi into the pits, filled them with soil, and erected tombstones.

After burying the three properly, Linghu Chong picked up Ren Yingying and walked step by step into the deep mountains.

He wanted to find a quiet place for her to rest in peace, away from the fighting and killing in the martial world, away from the strife of this world.

The capital of the Ming Dynasty was a vast and magnificent city. The three major areas of the east, west and south were fortified with layers of defenses. The streets were bustling with traffic and people, a scene of prosperity and grandeur.

Instead of going to the Prince of Pingnan's mansion, Bai Li turned a corner and stepped into the Yiqing Courtyard.

The place is decorated with carved beams and painted rafters, and is resplendent in gold. Inside the gate are pavilions and towers, and winding paths lead to secluded spots.

This place is one of Kyoto's most notorious dens of iniquity, and also Ouyang Qing's territory.

It was daytime, and there weren't many people coming and going in the Yiqing Courtyard. Only a few servants and maids were taking care of chores in the pavilions.

As soon as Bai Li entered, a pimp approached him, saying in a high-pitched voice, "This gentleman doesn't look familiar. Is this your first time here?"

Bai Li was too lazy to listen to his rambling, so she took out the jade pendant and waved it in front of him.

The pimp dropped his fawning and gestured, "Young Master Bai, this way please."

Bai Li followed the pimp through the corridor, where colorful lanterns hung on both sides. Although they were not lit, they were still elegant. Before long, they arrived at a small courtyard.

The pimp bowed and said, "Young Master Bai, Miss Ouyang instructed that if you arrive, you should stay in this courtyard. If you need anything, please feel free to tell us."

Bai Li nodded and pushed open the door to enter.

The rooms in the courtyard are elegantly furnished, with light gauze curtains, mostly in blue, and complete with tables, chairs, and beds.

Tea and snacks were already prepared on the table, clearly at Ouyang Qing's special request.

Bai Li didn't stand on ceremony; he lay down directly on the plush blanket, stretched out his limbs, and waited patiently.

A moment later, light footsteps sounded outside the door. Ouyang Qing pushed the door open and entered, then closed it behind her.

She was wearing a blue gauze dress. When she saw Bai Li smiling at her, she didn't act coy. She swayed her slender waist and walked to his side, then snuggled up and lay down.

Ouyang Qing stretched out her jade-white finger and tapped Bai Li's forehead, saying coquettishly, "You bought information from Qingbai Nunnery without paying, and now the abbess has come to me for help."

Upon hearing this, Bai Li laughed and deliberately avoided the topic, believing that talking about money with women would damage their relationship.

He wrapped his arms around Ouyang Qing's waist and said, "I'm new to Kyoto and don't know anyone here. Please take good care of me."

Ouyang Qing chuckled, covering her mouth as she said, "Can't you have any shame?"

*Smack!* Bai Li slapped her on the butt. Ouyang Qing quieted down, a small flame igniting in her eyes. After not seeing each other for several months, she was also very fashionable. The two were familiar with each other, and she knew what he wanted to do with just one slap.

Ouyang Qing took a few deep breaths to suppress the pounding in her heart, and pulled Bai Li up: "The bath is ready. You look travel-worn, go and take a bath."

Bai Li was helplessly pulled up by her. After getting ready, he jumped into the bathtub, stretched his muscles, turned to look at Ouyang Qing, and a mischievous smile appeared on his lips.

With a thud.

Ouyang Qing was pulled into the pool, her clothes completely soaked, clinging to her infinitely graceful curves. She scolded playfully, "What are you doing? Your clothes are all wet."

Bai Li smiled, said nothing, but reached out and pulled her into his arms, leaning against the poolside, closing his eyes, his face full of enjoyment.

The room was filled with mist, enveloping the two figures.

Intermittent.

Ouyang Qing, panting softly, nestled in Bai Li's arms, her cheeks flushed. It took her a while to calm down, though her body was still trembling slightly.

"You naughty thing, we haven't seen each other for more than two months, and the first thing you do when we meet is cause trouble for me."

Bai Li felt refreshed, her fingertips gently caressing her smooth, fragrant shoulder: "What bad stuff? It's clearly a good thing."

Ouyang Qing stopped talking and simply enjoyed the lingering afterglow.

Fifteen minutes later, Bai Li circulated his true energy, which flowed over the two of them, evaporating the water vapor.

Ouyang Qing exclaimed in surprise, "What's wrong with you again...?"

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Bai Li picked her up in his arms: "It's not like you've only known me for a day."

Ouyang Qing quickly reached out and placed her hand on his chest: "Wait, let me catch my breath..."

"Hmm..."

"If you make a nice sound, I'll let you slow down."

"Um...I...I'm not going to slow down anymore."

As the sun rises in the east, fish dance in the night sky, and sunlight streams into the courtyard, falling on the two people nestled together.

Bai Li toyed with Qing Si's hair: "My little darling, do you know what's been the most exciting thing happening in Kyoto lately?"

Ouyang Qing said vaguely, "Of course it's a duel between two great swordsmen and the Embroidered Bandit."

"Were you in the red shoes involved?"

Ouyang Qing paused, remaining silent for a long time. She then gently patted Bai Li and said, "Just stay here and keep me company, enjoy the show, and don't cause any trouble, okay?"

After saying that, she stood up, her slender waist swaying gracefully as she walked towards the washroom.

Bai Li stretched lazily and continued to lie on the plush blanket, enjoying the comfortable life.

Five days have passed in the blink of an eye.

The West Market Moon Gazing Pavilion, with its top floor being the highest point in the West Market, was where Bai Li had come for two consecutive days to overlook the scenery of the West Market.

Take in this bustling scene.

During those five days, Bai Li only made a brief visit to the Prince of Pingnan's residence and then didn't inquire about it again.

The time for the duel between Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue has also been set.

The full moon shines on the fifteenth day of the lunar month, atop the Forbidden City.

The original location was Zijin Mountain.

However, after the current emperor of the Ming Dynasty learned of this matter, for some unknown reason, he issued an edict to change the location of the duel from Zijin Mountain to the Forbidden City.

Bai Li guessed that Ye Gucheng probably put in a lot of effort in this matter.

Inside the Ming Dynasty palace, the Iron-Blooded Marquis Zhu Wushi was also in charge. It was unclear how Ye Gucheng had broken through this barrier, or whether... he had also been involved.

Bai Li narrowed her eyes. If that's the case, then things are complicated.

Not far away, Lu Xiaofeng and Hua Manlou went to the West Market to look for clues.

Lu Xiaofeng, with his sharp eyes, spotted Bai Li from afar and grabbed Hua Manlou, saying, "Let's go, let's go quickly."

No matter how miraculous Hua Manlou was, he was blind and didn't understand: "What's wrong?"

"I saw someone I least wanted to see right now."

Hua Manlou, with his keen insight, immediately understood who Lu Xiaofeng was referring to—Bai Li.

The two learned the origin of the fabric from Xue Bing and followed the clues, eventually finding their way to the top of the red shoes.

Even Xue Bing herself was stunned. Was the murderer herself?

As for the affair between Bai Li and Ouyang Qing, Xue Bing had already thoroughly exposed it.

Although Lu Xiaofeng did not believe that Bai Li was related to the Embroidered Thief, he could not help but have some reservations.

He had witnessed Bai Li's methods firsthand; he acted without restraint and was ruthless in killing.

If the Embroidered Thief is truly connected to the Red Shoes, or even is one of the Red Shoes's people, given Bai Li's personality, he might unleash a massacre to protect Ouyang Qing.

Before things are cleared up, it's best to avoid meeting Bai Li to prevent him from noticing anything amiss and causing unnecessary trouble.