The blind girl is called a saint with a sword!

Yu Miaozhen, who was already confused, became even more bewildered after hearing what An Qingwan and Sikong Tingxue said.

What are you two talking about?

Leng Qingyou agreed wholeheartedly, saying, "Could you speak in a way I can understand?" An Qingwan replied, "No, if I told you, it wouldn't be long before..."

A large number of people will know.

Leng Qingyou immediately became angry: "How can you be so distrustful? I'm the kind of person who keeps my mouth shut the most."

Ah.

An Qingwan didn't believe it.

How could she not know what Leng Qingyou's lips were like?

"let's go."

Yu Miaozhen asked, "Where are we going?"

An Qingwan said, "There's nothing urgent to do right now, so let's wander around. Last time I came to the capital, everything was in a rush. This time I finally have some free time, so let's take a good look at this ancient capital."

No one else has an opinion.

So the group began to enjoy themselves in the capital.

During the day, she traveled around, and in the evening, An Qing gathered everyone together again to discuss philosophy.

This discussion naturally refers to a serious academic exchange or discussion of the Dao.

An Qingwan shared some of her martial arts experience, which she found very useful along the way, with everyone.

Actually, she initially planned to memorize Mingyu Gong.

The Mingyu Skill is a wonderful thing. Once mastered, it not only enhances combat abilities but also helps maintain youthfulness.

Who in this world doesn't wish to stay young forever?

However, the problem is that practicing Mingyu Gong requires both extraordinary talent and a great deal of time.

Where would Yu Miaozhen and the others find the time to practice this?

Therefore, An Qingwan had to settle for second best and instead of teaching internal energy cultivation, she taught some techniques for using internal energy, such as the Yin-Yang Transformation Technique, or some martial arts moves that could be quickly mastered as long as one had high comprehension, such as the Flower Shifting and Jade Grafting Technique and the Thirteen Deadly Swords.

Yu Miaozhen and the others naturally possessed extremely high talent in martial arts. Even Jin Xueyi's talent could be described as outstanding, not to mention Leng Qingyou, who was a freak who could train martial arts to the point of physical and mental excitement.

"Hiss—"

Looking at the book in her hand, Leng Qingyou couldn't help but gasp.

"An Qingwan, how did you get so many? Although the number of martial arts techniques you've shown these past few days isn't as many as those collected in the Rebirth Pavilion's library, in terms of skill, each one is extraordinary. You wouldn't happen to be an old woman who looks eighteen but is actually eighty-eight, would you?"

An Qingwan's eyelids twitched slightly: "Eighty-eight? To be honest, I'm already eight hundred years old. Now you understand why you can't beat me, right? I've eaten more salt than you've eaten rice."

Yu Miaozhen was taken aback: "He's already eight hundred years old? That's like being a god... Sigh."

Sikong Tingxue tapped Yu Miaozhen on the head: "Miaozhen, An Qingwan is just joking."

Yu Miaozhen said blankly, "Is that so? But no matter how old An Qingwan is, I don't care."

An Qingwan said, "Alright, alright, everyone remember to practice diligently from now on. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."

In the days that followed, An Qingwan had a relatively leisurely time. No matter how big the capital was, she could see most of it in a few days.

In the remaining time, she sometimes gave pointers to the others, sometimes sent people to inquire about methods to improve their skills, sometimes was dragged by Sikong Tingxue to practice, and sometimes taught the overconfident Leng Qingyou a lesson.

And just like that, half a month passed in the blink of an eye.

In November, when snow fell in the capital.

A group of black-clad riders crossed the central Zhuque Avenue in the capital and arrived at the residence of An Qingwan and her companions.

"Your Grace, Lord Leng, Disciple Lan, Fairy Miaozhen, we are here to deliver a message on the orders of Chief Xia."

An Qingwan asked, "Have you found out where Xu Zhong is?"

The leader of the Black Riders shook his head: "No, Xu Chong is well hidden. Although Chief Xia has tried his best, he still cannot find out his exact location. However, Chief Xia has successfully contacted the five lords around Huainan, the Thirty-Six Islands, and the Du family of Shandong, and agreed to jointly launch an attack on the Xu family in early December. The seven armies will total 200,000 men."

An Qing nodded late. Is it finally coming?

This army of 200,000 was not entirely composed of untrained refugees; it included many elite soldiers and even several elite cavalry units.

With so many people attacking from three directions simultaneously, the Xu family was in a precarious situation.

An Qingwan asked, "Where is Mr. Xia now?"

The leader of the Black Riders said, "Mr. Xia is currently in Nanyang."

An Qingwan said, "I understand. After I pack my things, I will go to Nanyang to meet Mr. Xia. You all go back and report first."

The leader of the Black Knights bowed and said, "Yes!"

After sending the Black Riders away, An Qingwan did not rush south immediately, but instead took everyone to Tingyun Manor near Luoyang.

Since his defeat at the hands of the Holy Palace Master, Tianjian has been recuperating at Tingyun Manor. An Qingwan came here specifically to find him.

The two talked alone in the room for half an hour, and no one knows what they talked about.

All the people knew was that when the two came out of the room, Tianjian's face was full of sighs, but there was also a hint of relief in his sighs.

"Brother Shen, what did Lady An say to you?"

Tianjian shook his head and said, "This matter cannot be discussed now, but you will find out soon. Before that, Brother Yu, you should pack your things and bring your family to the Sword Nurturing Lodge with me for some time. The Sword God is there now."

Yu Shen's expression immediately changed: "Avoid it? Does that mean that even Lady An isn't confident she can defeat Xu Zhong? When did Xu Zhong become so powerful?"

Tianjian said, "The problem doesn't lie with Xu Zhong."

Yu Shen asked, "Is it that the fake Garuda King has a special identity?" Tian Jian nodded silently, without going into details.

Yu Shen shook his head: "I've really been at odds with Garuda King my whole life."

He lost an arm.

The arm he lost was severed more than thirty years ago by Garuda King, who had not yet become a Grandmaster.

Now that Garuda King is said to have died at An Qingwan's hands, a fake Garuda King has appeared, causing unrest throughout the world.

"Is there ever a truly peaceful time in this martial world?" Yu Shen suddenly shook his head with a bitter smile as he said this.

"The martial world, the martial world—since it's called the martial world, how can it ever truly be peaceful? Whenever the wind blows, waves are bound to rise."

"Brother Shen, wait for me, I'll make the arrangements right away. By the way, should we inform Celestial Master Xuanjing and Master Hanjing?"

Tianjian said, "No need. Miss An has her own arrangements. We don't need to cause any trouble for Miss An or your Eighth Miss."

Yu Shen nodded and went to make the arrangements.

As they set off, An Qingwan also led her people straight to Nanyang. Since the beginning of the year, the entire world had already been engulfed in war.

But the Huainan battle was particularly noteworthy, for no other reason than that it involved several grandmasters.

Who will win?

Qing Shuang School.

Inside the Ancestral Master's Hall.

Mr. Han Jing had been sitting there for quite some time. He was reading a book.

He didn't have many hobbies in his life, but reading was one of his greatest loves.

As the saying goes, "There is a golden house in books."

Mr. Han Jing believed this statement the most.

If it weren't for his love of reading, how could he have achieved what he has today?

"Understanding human nature is not difficult. Since good and evil differ, and feelings and appearances vary, there are those who are gentle and kind yet deceitful, and others..."

dong dong.

A soft knocking sound suddenly came from outside the main hall.

Mr. Han Jing put down his book, straightened his slightly wrinkled round-necked blue shirt, and said loudly, "Come in."

Lu Qinghui walked in from outside the door.

Mr. Han Jing raised his eyes and asked, "Qinghui, why have you returned from the capital today?" Lu Qinghui bowed and replied, "Qinghui has returned today only because there is something I wish to discuss with you."

Master, please enlighten me.

Mr. Han Jing smiled and asked, "What is it?"

Lu Qinghui said, "The other day, Changning and I discussed the elixir of immortality." Master Hanjing asked, "And then?"

Lu Qinghui said, "Changning took out the Ascension Pill and showed it to me. I never expected that the Ascension Pill had been secretly used. Not only that, after discovering this abnormality, Changning suddenly attacked me. I spent a lot of effort to subdue her. Afterwards, I found out that she had some inexplicable internal energy in her body and that she had been hit by someone else's Soul-Capturing Technique."

Mr. Han Jing suddenly realized and said, "You've come to ask me how to cure Princess Changning?"

Lu Qinghui shook his head: "No."

Mr. Han Jing was taken aback: "Why is that?" Lu Qinghui bit her lower lip: "Master."

Mr. Han Jing asked in surprise, "Has someone bullied you?"

Lu Qinghui said, "I have always regarded you as a father figure. In my eyes, you are the most learned, kindest, and most upright person in the world."

Mr. Han Jing listened quietly.

Lu Qinghui said, "But now..." She suddenly sighed.

"Master, tell me, were you the one who plotted against Changning?" Mr. Hanjing asked curiously, "Qinghui, why do you think I did it?"

Lu Qinghui said, "I've been thinking about where Changning was ambushed. I've ruled out many possibilities, and the one that remains is the Qingshuang Sect."

Mr. Han Jing said, "Even if it really was done by the Qing Shuang Sect, it might not be me."

Lu Qinghui remained silent, only staring at Mr. Han Jing.

Mr. Han Jing said calmly, "You've never been interested in the Ascension Elixir before, and you've never discussed these things with Princess Changning. Why are you suddenly talking about it this time?"

Lu Qinghui remained silent.

Mr. Han Jing continued, "There were definitely other people around when we discussed this issue, not just the two of you. My hint to Chang Ning didn't include the part about eliminating you immediately after you discovered something amiss. Who was that person?"

As soon as he asked the question, Mr. Han Jing smiled and shook his head.

"Forget it, even if I asked you, you wouldn't answer. I think you must have left some backup plans this time. For example, if you don't go back, you might have someone spread the word that I have a problem."

Seeing that Mr. Han Jing was no longer pretending, Lu Qinghui's body began to tremble uncontrollably.

Although she had suspected it for a while, she still felt a wave of dizziness when she finally got the answer.

"Why, Master? You are already a Grandmaster. At most, the Ascension Pill can only make someone a top expert. What use would it be to you even if you obtained it? Besides, if you really wanted the Ascension Pill, I believe Changning would have given it to you. Why did you have to be so cruel to her?"

Mr. Han Jing said, "There are some things that must not be known to others, because there are too many smart people in this world. You are also a smart person, so you should understand that the most valuable thing in the Ascension Elixir is not the internal energy, but the martial arts and martial arts experience left by the masters of the Great Liang Dynasty."

"Actually, I didn't originally intend to make a move against Princess Changning. However, too many unexpected things have happened recently, forcing me to change my target. This is just how unpredictable life is, and man proposes, God disposes."

He sighed.

After a moment of regret, his face quickly regained its previous composure.

"Fortunately, I had made preparations for many years beforehand. Although there were some setbacks, they were not a big deal. The same goes for you. Now that things have come to this, it's too late for you to spread the news."

Lu Qinghui said in a trembling voice, "I never knew that you, Master, were this kind of person."

“Qinghui, everyone has something to pursue in life.” Mr. Hanjing’s voice was distant and calm, as if it were coming from the horizon. “Some people seek fame, some seek profit, some seek power, but I… seek the Dao.”

Lu Qinghui clenched his fists: "For the sake of truth, must others be sacrificed?"

Mr. Han Jing said, "Have you forgotten what I said to you when I saw you off? For the sake of the world, for the sake of more people living peacefully, a small number of people must always be sacrificed. Peace in the world is not achieved by talking, but by fighting."

Lu Qinghui said, "But what you are pursuing is not the way of the world!"

Mr. Hanjing shook his head and said, “You are wrong, this is also the way of the world! How can pursuing the limits of humanity not be the way of the world? Humans are too fragile. Since ancient times, how many people have been troubled by illness and disability? Everyone says that life is like a journey, and you and I are just travelers, but who is willing to be just a traveler?”

"Do elderly couples, now in their twilight years, ever yearn to return to their youth and relive the romantic moments they shared under the moonlit flowers?"

"Do patients who have suffered greatly in their hospital beds long to regain their health and never be troubled by illness again for the rest of their lives?"

"When people with disabilities see other people, do they imagine that they are just like everyone else?"

"Yes, they definitely will!"

"The path I seek is the path of human transcendence. I must see the end of that path. If I can successfully traverse it, I will change not only my own destiny, but perhaps the entire universe. Qinghui, don't you want to see a world filled with the beauty of humanity?"

Lu Qinghui swayed.