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The four of them agreed in unison.
He disappeared again with a wave of Yang Guang's hand.
It was as if it had never appeared.
015-Bai Zhantang gives a lecture, and the Eastern Cult Leader publicly proposes to his love!
The Ming Dynasty, Qixia Town.
The setting sun bathed the ancient bluestone path in gold, and three figures walked by amidst the tinkling of bells.
It was Ximen Yu and Jiang Yuyan who came down from Qinglong Mountain.
There was also a small black and white donkey.
The copper bell tied around her neck with a red rope swayed gently with her steps.
The shouts and calls of vendors echoed through the streets and alleys.
Chapter 8 Inn
The two stopped in front of the inn.
"Tongfu Inn?"
Looking at the gilded plaque.
Ximen Yu revealed a meaningful smile.
He led Jiang Yuyan across the threshold.
"Please, esteemed guests! Would you like to rest or stay at the inn?"
Bai Zhantang greeted him warmly.
But he was suddenly stunned when he saw their faces clearly.
Years of experience in the underworld told him—
This perfect couple is no ordinary pair!
"When you check into the inn, please take good care of the donkey outside."
I noticed his hesitation.
Ximen Yu glanced at him casually.
His tone was calm and unhurried.
"Alright! Please come upstairs, both of you."
Bai Zhantang responded and led the way up the stairs.
Ximen Yu and Jiang Yuyan followed closely behind.
Settle into your accommodation.
The two went downstairs to the front hall.
I randomly ordered a few dishes.
Jiang Yuyan then untied the package she was carrying.
Carefully take out a set of prepared tea utensils and tea leaves.
He skillfully began to brew tea.
"You've certainly thought this through."
Seeing this, Ximen Yu couldn't help but smile.
He certainly hadn't expected it.
The luggage that the other party had carefully protected all the way was inside.
It turned out to be a tea set prepared for him.
"Please have some tea, sir."
After a series of tedious brewing procedures.
Jiang Yuyan respectfully offered the steaming teacup.
There was anticipation in her clear eyes.
He reached out and took the teacup.
Ximen Yu took his time, savoring each bite.
He nodded approvingly in her slightly uneasy gaze.
"Your skills have improved."
"As long as you are pleased, young master, Yan'er... Yan'er is willing to brew tea for you for the rest of her life."
Jiang Yuyan smiled slightly, pursing her lips.
These seemingly ordinary words.
Yet it filled her with boundless satisfaction.
As she spoke, she lowered her head shyly.
Her pretty face also unconsciously flushed.
Bai Zhantang came over carrying the dishes.
He unintentionally helped her out of her predicament.
She didn't know how to deal with herself.
"Let's have a meal."
Drink up the cup of tea.
Ximen Yu handed over a pair of bamboo chopsticks.
Jiang Yuyan took the chopsticks and began to chew slowly and carefully.
A diner at the next table greeted the busy Bai Zhantang.
"Manager Bai, anything interesting lately? How about telling a couple of stories to liven things up?"
The other guests echoed this sentiment.
After several refusals.
Unable to refuse their hospitality, Bai Zhantang smiled and clasped his hands in greeting to everyone.
They took their seats in the center of the lobby.
Suddenly, a gavel appeared in his hand.
The gavel struck the table with a crisp sound.
The noisy sounds in the lobby vanished instantly.
Bai Zhantang lowered his voice and began to speak with great enthusiasm.
"This story begins a few days ago."
"That day, the Heavenly Dao Golden List had just announced the ranking of the Nine Provinces' combat power, with the seventeenth person listed."
"A taboo name spread throughout the entire continent in the blink of an eye."
"It was none other than the peerless master who defeated the Great Yuan National Preceptor, Ba Shiba, with just half a move—Ximen Yu!"
Upon hearing this name, everyone present immediately perked up.
Everyone pricked up their ears and stared intently at the storyteller.
I was afraid of missing even a single word.
At the tea table not far away, Ximen Yu's hand holding the teacup paused almost imperceptibly.
A sly glint flashed in Jiang Yuyan's eyes as she quietly pricked up her ears.
Seeing everyone's support, Bai Zhantang smugly straightened his clothes.
"Ahem... You've all surely heard of this elusive and mysterious figure."
"But you'd never guess—"
"Not long after the list of successful candidates was published, a young lady in our Great Ming Dynasty publicly declared her love!"
A series of gasps filled the lobby.
A gossip-loving fervor ignited in everyone's eyes.
Such romantic affairs are most likely to evoke the imagination.
"Tch!" A rough sneer suddenly rang out from the corner.
A burly man with a face full of scars curled his lip in disdain:
"Would a peerless master like him lack women throwing themselves at him?"
Many people nodded in agreement.
Even rising stars in the martial arts world have no shortage of female confidantes.
Not to mention such a top figure?
"Then if we're talking about..." Bai Zhantang narrowed his eyes, emphasizing each word:
"Is the one professing his love the leader of the Sun Moon Cult, the young lady Dongfang Bubai?"
Dongfang Bubai?!
These words struck the hall like a thunderbolt.
Everyone stood frozen in place, mouths agape, forgetting even to breathe.
Upon hearing these words, Ximen Yu nearly choked on his tea.
He looked up at Jiang Yuyan and saw her bright eyes scrutinizing him. He couldn't help but purse his lips slightly.
A moment later, a series of exclamations rang out in the lobby.
"Hiss—it's that great demon!"
"Did you notice? Their names are quite a good match. One is Dongfang (East), the other Ximen (West Gate); one is Bubai (Invincible), the other Yu (Unknown)."
"What nonsense! Dongfang Bubai is just a name. Even the martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty might not be invincible, let alone the entire Nine Provinces! That one is the real Yu!"
"Indeed, although the Eastern Cult Leader is strong, he is still quite different from that person."
"Let's not worry about whether they're a good match or not. At least the Eastern Cult Leader's intentions are commendable!"
Seeing the crowd discussing animatedly, Bai Zhantang didn't rush to continue, but simply listened with a smile.
Once the arguing had subsided, he calmly struck the gavel and began to speak:
"Did you all know? This matter had only been out for less than an hour when a shocking reversal occurred!"
Everyone immediately perked up, straining their ears to guess what kind of twist would occur.
However, Bai Zhantang simply smiled without saying a word, his gaze sweeping over everyone.
Everyone was stunned for a moment, then realized that they were waiting for the payment for tea!
Although he cursed inwardly, he still obediently took out the silver.
Having received the tip, Bai Zhantang cleared his throat and continued:
"As mentioned last time, the Eastern Cult Leader openly expressed his love."
"But not long after, a woman wearing a veil and a black robe suddenly appeared at Blackwood Cliff."
"When the members of the Sun Moon Cult saw someone trespassing, they immediately drew their swords without saying a word!"
Bai Zhantang was speaking with great enthusiasm when he suddenly saw the crowd below taking out silver coins. He happily accepted the silver and continued speaking:
"The moment the Eastern Cult Leader unleashed his embroidery needles, the black-robed woman merely smiled coldly, flicked her sleeve, and the three silver needles hovered in mid-air, unable to advance even an inch further!"
"Well done, Dongfang Bubai! Seeing that the hidden weapons had failed, he immediately leaped into the air, his red robes billowing as seven more silver needles shot out. This time, the needles were imbued with full force, their whistling sound piercing the air."