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Chapter 136: A Major Event is About to Unfold in the Jianghu
Chapter 136: A Major Event is About to Unfold in the Jianghu
The two figures in the middle were both clad in golden yellow garments.
The one in front wore a long robe, his hands were empty yet as he walked, his robe remained unmoved by the wind.
The one behind wore a short garment, with a sword sheathed at his waist, the hilt facing left.
The one in front was slightly older, while the other was a young man. Their appearances were not particularly striking, but their eyes and bearing were truly frightening.
The older one's gaze was like that of an eagle, sharp and sinister, as if everything before him was his prey.
The younger one's eyes were like ashes, lifeless and indifferent, as if he disregarded all emotions and lives, including his own.
Even more terrifying was their stature and gait.
The older man's clothing didn't stir as he walked, revealing an unfathomable internal energy and physical cultivation. He stood as sturdy as an ancient pine tree.
With each step, the younger man placed his feet exactly between the steps of the man in front, displaying a mysterious tacit understanding that reached a spiritual level. If they joined hands to face an enemy, they would undoubtedly be as one.
Ximen Rou's pupils constricted.
Anyone who could reach such a tacit understanding with Shangguan Jinhong, or who could make Shangguan Jinhong cooperate with him to this extent, was certainly no ordinary person.
The arrivals were indeed Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming.
When Ximen Rou and You Longsheng saw Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming, the latter also noticed them.
However, Shangguan Jinhong didn't pay any attention to them. He was not one to do or say unnecessary things. Their purpose today had nothing to do with You Longsheng or Ximen Rou, so they wouldn't stop.
Ximen Rou, of course, wouldn't try to stop them either, and his palms were already cold with sweat.
Ding Baiyun's expression was extremely solemn. "They are definitely more formidable than the Great Joyous Goddess. Bai Tianyu is probably not a match for Shangguan Jinhong either."
She didn't even mention Guo Songyang, as it was obvious.
Even You Longsheng felt nervous.
He was a partner of the Golden Money Gang, and up until now, he had not shown any intention of opposing them. So Shangguan Jinhong wouldn't target him.
But Shangguan Jinhong was definitely not one to joke around with, and he wouldn't mind killing someone who dared to joke with him.
In front of Shangguan Jinhong, who killed without batting an eye, You Longsheng didn't dare to be reckless. Fortunately, he had only come to catch a glimpse of Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming, and didn't intend to do anything.
So they could only watch as Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming slowly walked down the long street of the small town, leaving the town and heading straight for Baoding Prefecture.
Not just You Longsheng, Ding Baiyun, and Ximen Rou, but even the other townspeople were intimidated by the aura of Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming. As they walked down the long street, the air in the small town became quiet, and everyone lowered their voices to a minimum.
It wasn't until they left the town that everyone felt the oppressive rock on their hearts being lifted, and they all breathed a sigh of relief.
The auras of Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming were truly terrifying and oppressive.
...
Ximen Rou let out a long sigh of relief, slumped back, and felt his back soaked in cold sweat. "How terrifying, Jing Wuming and Shangguan Jinhong. How can there be such people in this world?"
"That's why the Golden Money Gang was able to sweep across the country in just two years, with all the various gangs and halls either submitting or being destroyed. Even Yang Dahong, who dominated the south for thirty years, is dead."
You Longsheng threw another peanut into his mouth. "Shangguan Jinhong has subdued many experts with his might, and the gang members of the Golden Money Gang worship him as a spiritual totem, believing that he is invincible. That's why they have such overwhelming momentum and sweep aside all opposition."
Ximen Rou nodded, acknowledging that You Longsheng was right. Even he, ranked seventh in the 'Arsenal Rankings' and the best in the world with flexible weapons, had felt an overwhelming sense of powerlessness when facing Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming.
Then Ximen Rou looked at You Longsheng with a strange expression. "You got in early with the Golden Money Gang. Aren't you afraid that being friends with me will bring you trouble?"
"I'm a partner of the Golden Money Gang, not a member." You Longsheng scoffed, "Besides, even if the Golden Money Gang is powerful and Shangguan Jinhong is invincible, can they defeat Shaolin Temple, Wudang Mountain, the seven great sword sects, and the major families of the martial arts world working together?"
Ximen Rou fell silent.
The Jianghu produces heroes from time to time, each dominating for several decades.
However, like the ebb and flow of clouds and tides, heroes rise and fall, leaving no trace.
On the other hand, Shaolin, Wudang, the seven great sword sects, and the major families of the martial arts world had the shortest history of over a hundred years, with deep roots, complex relationships, orderly succession, and a constant stream of experts.
Ximen Rou nodded, then his expression tightened. "Li Xunhuan and Guo Songyang working together would naturally not fear Shangguan Jinhong and Jing Wuming. But now that Guo Songyang is gone, how can Li Xunhuan alone possibly be their match?"
You Longsheng looked at Ximen Rou. "Do you want to lend a hand?"
Ximen Rou smiled bitterly. "I'm afraid I won't be of much use."
If he joined forces with You Longsheng, they could indeed put up a fight, and at least make Shangguan Jinhong wary. However, he wouldn't force You Longsheng to help, as although You Longsheng was his and Li Xunhuan's friend, he was also a partner of the Golden Money Gang, and had made it clear last night that he would remain neutral.
"Then that's fine." You Longsheng spread his hands, "Moreover, who told you that Li Xunhuan doesn't have any helpers?"
"Li Xunhuan has helpers?" Ding Baiyun asked curiously, "Who is it, Ah Fei?"
You Longsheng shook his head, not keeping the secret. "It's that storytelling old man."
"Hmm?" Ximen Rou was surprised, "Are they also people of the martial arts world?"
"We met that pair of grandfather and granddaughter once two years ago. The little girl's martial arts skills were not bad." Ding Baiyun explained, then asked, "I'm also quite curious, how does that old man know so many rather secretive messages?"
"Because his smoking pipe is longer." You Longsheng said.
Ximen Rou looked at You Longsheng, puzzled, while Ding Baiyun chuckled and pointed her finger at You Longsheng's ribs.
You Longsheng hurriedly laughed it off. "The smoking pipes of most old men are only about a foot long, but his is a foot longer, similar to a short staff. Who is the top-ranked short staff master in the 'Arsenal'?"
Ximen Rou's pupils contracted. "Heavenly Mystery Rod?"
The Heavenly Mystery Old Man gained fame at a very early age, but he was like a dragon that only reveals its head, not its tail - his daily activities were shrouded in mystery. However, on the rare occasions when he took action, he clashed with top-tier experts and showcased extremely profound staff techniques, hence his ranking at the top of the "Weapon Spectrum".
But he had also been missing for over a decade!
"Heavenly Mystery Rod, Dragon Phoenix Ring, Little Li Flying Dagger, Mount Song Iron Sword..." Ximen Rou mumbled, "They've all appeared. A major event is about to unfold in the Jianghu..."
(End of Chapter)
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