Republic of China Era: Entering the Dao through Divine Strike.

After everyone was seated, Li Xin didn't waste any time. He didn't even pick up his wine glass or glance at the steaming dishes that were being served. He said softly, "Miss Zhang, please speak frankly if you have something to say. I am all alone and my abilities are really limited. If you have any troubles and come to me, you've come to the wrong person."

"Actually, it's not just a matter for my Zhang family; it also involves Young Master Li. Our two families are united against a common enemy, so even if Young Master Li doesn't want to help me, he has to."

Zhang Yourong giggled and said, "You don't even act like you're asking for a favor."

However, it was precisely this attitude that made Li Xin think highly of her.

He believed that the woman was not exaggerating or deliberately trying to fool him.

"Appreciate further details."

Li Xin picked up his wine cup with great interest and took a sip.

The liquor swirled slightly under the tongue, and without any adverse effects on the mind, it was swallowed.

His spiritual power activated the [psychic] trait.

That's quite strange.

Not only can it discern a person's good or bad intentions towards it, but it can also make a mental assessment of dangerous objects that could threaten it.

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Chapter Fifty-Eight: Dig Three Feet Deep, Three Guns and Two Horses

Li Xin had tried it before.

Even if no information is received, the mind will immediately issue a warning if harmful substances appear in the vicinity.

Poison works like this, and so do hidden weapons and mechanisms.

In the depths of our being, our hearts are somehow attuned.

This is also why he was more patient.

He could see that the light emanating from Zhang Yourong was indeed a pale red.

Even the aloof and sharp-witted female swordsman had a pale red glow around her.

She doesn't despise herself as much as she seems on the surface.

What made you complain?

It was definitely caused by those few flirtatious remarks before I even entered the room.

Any woman would feel uncomfortable if a man started talking about her looks and physique.

But why do these two women still have feelings for me when I'm acting so lewd?

All I can say is that this guy is too handsome, which gives him a huge advantage.

When handsome men become lecherous, it's called romance.

If an ugly person says this, it's considered flirting.

"The young master has issued a [King of Hell's Decree], claiming that he will visit the Wan Hua Lou in ten days, and the news has already spread."

Instead of answering directly, Zhang Yourong brought up the matter.

"Wait, what's this 'Decree of the King of Hell'?"

"It's that black poster. It's already spread throughout the capital. Some storytellers say that it means, 'If the King of Hell calls you to die at midnight, he won't let you live past dawn.' Anyone who receives this poster from you, young master, will not survive the night."

Zhang Yourong slapped her thigh hard, her face flushed, perhaps from drinking some wine: "What a wonderful phrase, 'On the second day of the second lunar month, the dragon raises its head, and all flowers wither.' Hearing this, one should drink a large cup of wine."

Why are you so happy?

Li Xin asked curiously.

"How could I not be happy? The thought that Gao Tianyun, who is known for his 'digging three feet into the ground,' is about to be executed fills me with immense joy."

That day, this man declared that not a single ounce of medicinal herbs would enter the capital, causing great anxiety within the Zhang family. What immense power and intimidating aura he exuded! Even Chief Escort Wang of the Yuanshun Escort Agency had to rush to Wohu Ridge to negotiate with him.

Now that I can finally witness this person's gradual descent into ruin, how can I not get thoroughly drunk?

"Gao Tianyun of Crouching Tiger Ridge, are you referring to that notorious bandit of the capital, the one known as Gao Sanchi, whose lightness skill and marksmanship are unmatched?"

Li Xin asked in surprise.

Having arrived in the capital, even if some powerful and influential people were unaware of their positions, or some famous figures were not recognized.

However, it is essential to know the most famous figures among the bandits and outlaws in the surrounding mountains.

Because these people have absolutely no bottom line, no one knows what kind of trouble they might cause.

If you don't know, you won't be able to take precautions, and you're very likely to have a conflict with the other party.

Therefore, Li Xin had also heard of it.

He sometimes overheard people talking about this name, and it appeared very frequently.

Of course, Li Xin had paid attention to this person not only because of how ruthless this bandit was or how many shocking crimes he had committed.

Rather, it's because this person's career path is actually very similar to their own.

He possessed extremely high lightness skills and incredibly fast movements.

When facing an enemy, he is quick to retreat after a single contact, making him extremely difficult to deal with.

Yet this person was ahead of all the martial artists of this era.

He practices shooting.

It's not a gun with a long spear, but a gun with a revolver and gunpowder.

His marksmanship was precise and unpredictable.

In terms of sheer threat, it is no less than the six masters at the Grandmaster level, and perhaps even more dangerous.

Although the Six Absolutes are powerful, at least they wouldn't kill someone without a reason.

They won't resort to underhanded tactics or schemes.

This guy can.

Zhang Yourong nodded: "It is this person. Qinglong has received news that this person has accepted the invitation of the leader of Yuanqing Society and is preparing to ambush at Wanhua Tower, just waiting for Young Master Li to break into the trap."

"Does he have a lot of bullets?"

"what?"

"If there are a lot of bullets, one has to question the quality of this person."

"Uh……"

Zhang Yourong got stuck immediately.

She couldn't keep up with Li Xin's train of thought at all.

Wouldn't a normal person focus on how strong the other person is, why they were invited, and then try to figure out how to deal with them?

Ji Xinlan, who had been silent the whole time, suddenly spat out a mouthful of wine onto the table when she heard this.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I was thinking of my father."

My father wasn't as composed as he is now; he was once young and impetuous.

I remember how much I loved listening to him talk about how he eloquently and succinctly criticized current affairs in court, leaving corrupt officials speechless. My mother would then ask, "Isn't your mouth dry?"

"Hahaha……"

Zhang Yourong and Ji Xinlan burst into laughter at the same time, laughing so hard that the hairpins on their heads fell off and tears streamed down their faces.

Li Xin stared blankly at the scene, then looked around and saw the steward and maid standing at the door, all looking completely bewildered.

It turns out it wasn't my problem.

These two women have abnormal thought processes.

That joke is so lame.

After the two men finally stopped laughing, Li Xin asked again, "Besides this three-foot-tall expert, are there any other well-known masters who would go to the Wan Hua Lou?"

"Have."

Zhang Yourong's expression immediately turned serious.

"The most famous among them are the two Ma brothers of Beijing. One of them even has a close relationship with Young Master Li."

She didn't keep you in suspense.

He continued, "One of them is a member of the Bajiquan sect in the capital, known as one of the 'Three Divine Spears of Luotong,' named Ma Gui. It is said that his spear skills are extremely superb, capable of blasting mosquitoes flying in the sky."

Of course, this person was used to boasting, but no matter how undeserving of his reputation, he was still a person with superb strength and energy throughout his body.

You may rarely hear of his name from others, but you've certainly heard of his two senior fellow students.

"Oh?"

Li Xin was filled with awe.

Any person with exceptional strength is no pushover.

He had indeed never heard of Ma Gui.

In my previous life, I wasn't a history buff, nor was I a martial arts enthusiast.

He had heard of the masters whose names were passed down through the ages... but he didn't recognize any of the masters who had been lost in the river of history.

"His senior brother was named Wang Zhongheng, known as the 'King of Staff in the Capital,' and was skilled in both spear and staff techniques."

His second senior brother was even more remarkable, known as the "Divine Spear," and named Li Xuwen.

The title that followed was much more prestigious.

Li Xin hadn't heard much about the "King of Sticks."

But the name "Divine Sharpshooter" was practically legendary.

A century from now, people will still be debating whether this person was the greatest martial artist of the Republic of China era, and the debate will continue.

According to unofficial historical accounts, this man completely subdued ordinary people.

Even in the games they created, there are classic images of this person.

It is generally acknowledged that they are invincible.

Judging from this, Luo Tong's Three Divine Spears are quite formidable. This Ma Gui is probably not easy to deal with.

"And what about Ichima? What does he have to do with me?"

"The other one is, in some ways, even more difficult to deal with than Ma Gui."

He is the disciple of your grandmaster, Uncle Yin Changshou, and has inherited his true teachings. He has also developed a powerful body and his movements are extremely unpredictable.

His Bagua Palm technique is ruthless and vicious.

Some claim, "It's better to offend Changshou than Shiqing," referring to Ma Shiqing.

"This person has actually joined forces with the Wan Hua Lou..."

“It’s not that he and Wan Hua Lou came together; it’s that they were always meant to be together,” Zhang Yourong sighed.

Ever since rumors began circulating within Prince Gong's Mansion that "Nezha, the Third Prince, intends to lead the way in implementing new laws, eliminating the conservative and corrupt, wielding a sharp knife to carve up the flesh, and creating a new, brighter world"...

Ninety percent of the martial arts masters in the capital, and even ninety-nine percent of the common people, have sided with Young Master Li.

"Who could be so vicious?"

Li Xin felt a slight chill upon hearing this.

Actually, it would be fine if he had really taken the lead in implementing the new law, but the key point is that he didn't.

The other side actually got ahead of them, spreading rumors first, cutting off their own retreat, and making countless enemies.

"It won't be long before the news spreads throughout the palace and officialdom, and even more so among the common people."

Perhaps in a few days, Young Master Li will be rumored to be a lackey of foreigners, accused of plotting to overthrow Emperor Taizong.

"Therefore, it's not surprising to encounter any experts, not even your fellow disciples."

Li Xin's eyes flickered slightly.

"That's right, that's exactly it."

He sensed the unspoken meaning in Zhang Yourong's words.