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Chapter 336: The Complex Relationship Web of the Jianghu
Chapter 336: The Complex Relationship Web of the Jianghu
Lu Xiaofeng and Su Shaoying left, leaving behind the injured Jia Leshan, Hua Yukun, and Du Bai, as well as a terrified Hu Xin, and of course, Chu Chu, whose eyes betrayed her anger.
Neither Lu Xiaofeng nor Su Shaoying had paid her any attention.
However, with Jia Leshan's strength only slightly diminished, Chu Chu didn't dare to turn against him. Instead, she tended to him with concern, asking after his well-being and bandaging his wounds.
Jia Leshan's expression was gloomy, his mood far from the nonchalance he displayed.
"Master...they..."
"Don't mention them again!" Jia Leshan interrupted Chu Chu, his face softening momentarily before twisting into a sinister smile. "Since they wish to court death, let them be!"
Chu Chu's eyes flickered, surprised by the secrets Jia Leshan harbored. Though she was curious about the secrets of the sea, seeing his foul mood, she refrained from asking immediately.
But her silence didn't stop Jia Leshan from speaking.
Evidently, Lu Xiaofeng and Su Shaoying's actions and inquiries had stirred up deep-seated anger, fear, and resentment within him.
"The overseas world may seem distant from the Central Plains, but it runs deep," he said, his face grim. "There are many reclusive experts and powers that hide their unsavory practices on remote islands."
His expression grew more somber as he continued, "Though there may be fewer experts hiding on those islands compared to the Central Plains, many of them possess extraordinary martial arts skills that rival those of Shaolin's Great Compassion, Wudang's Shi Yan, Emei's Dugong Yihe, Ye Gucheng, and Ximen Chuixue."
Chu Chu couldn't help but ask, "Great Compassion of Shaolin and Wudang's Stone Goose are the leaders of the Buddhist and Taoist sects, respectively. Dugong Yihe is known as the first among the leaders of the seven sword sects. Both the Lord of Baiyun City and Ximen Chuixue are renowned for their swordplay. Are there really people overseas who can match them?"
"The martial arts practiced overseas originated from the Central Plains, and there are also many ancient and unparalleled secret techniques," Jia Leshan explained. "With single-minded dedication, their progress can surpass that of Central Plains martial artists. Especially with guidance from that person..."
"Who is that person?" Chu Chu asked, intrigued.
"That person..." Jia Leshan's mind conjured an image of an ordinary-looking old man, which then transformed into that of a handsome young swordsman, causing him to shudder involuntarily.
"That person has nothing to do with you," he said, his words disjointed. "You'd best pray you never cross paths with them in your lifetime." Jia Leshan's brows furrowed, and a thoughtful look entered his eyes. "Their activities in the Central Plains are becoming more frequent. I must find a way to..."
...
Meanwhile, Lu Xiaofeng, Su Shaoying, and the four women—Ouyang Qing, Ma Xiuzhen, and Qiu Xiaoxiao—had left Jia Leshan's residence together.
Surprisingly, Lu Xiaofeng didn't immediately bring up the mysterious organization or Ouyang Yue's case. Instead, he turned to Su Shaoying and said, "I never knew your sword skills were so exceptional. Those moves you executed earlier were probably only a notch below Ye Gucheng's 'Heavenly Swordplay'."
"Don't spout nonsense! You're slandering me!" Su Shaoying quickly denied, "If Ye Gucheng challenged me to a duel, would you stand in for me?"
Lu Xiaofeng laughed and shook his head. "You doubt how Hua Manlou could have achieved such a high level of martial arts, but I think we should be questioning you instead!"
Ouyang Qing's smile was enchanting, and even Ma Xiuzhen's eyes reflected her admiration for Su Shaoying.
Everyone, including Xue Bing and Qiu Xiaoxiao, knew that Su Shaoying was skilled with the sword, but none had expected her to be so formidable!
Perhaps her swordplay lacked the splendor of Ye Gucheng's 'Heavenly Swordplay', but the intricate and beautiful moves, like flowing mercury, had opened their eyes to a whole new world.
Lu Xiaofeng looked deeply into Su Shaoying's eyes and asked, "What do you make of Jia Leshan's words?"
"When others speak, I usually listen with my ears," Su Shaoying replied.
"I listen with my ears too, but I'm asking about your opinion on this matter," Lu Xiaofeng said.
"I don't have any particular opinion," Su Shaoying said. "Before, it was Huo Xiu and Jin Jiuling who wanted to use you as a pawn to kill someone. Now, it's the honest monk and Jia Leshan with the same intention. In any case, you're just a tool to them."
The women laughed, but Lu Xiaofeng's expression turned serious. "Do I really look that gullible?"
"Who else would be so meddlesome, and this time, you even took the initiative to get involved. If not you, then who?" Su Shaoying said.
Lu Xiaofeng fell silent, as he was genuinely intrigued.
In the original story, he had taken an interest in Yue Yang, which led him to Nameless Island, where he encountered Sha Man, the love of Yue Yang's life. She was also the sister of Fang Yufly, the daughter of Zhong Wugu of Wudang, and she referred to herself by the surname Jiang.
Noticing Lu Xiaofeng's expression, Su Shaoying became curious as well. Would he get involved with Sha Man again? After all, Xue Bing hadn't died this time!
Wait, that's not right. Sha Man had entrusted herself to Lu Xiaofeng because he had killed Fang Yufly.
But that didn't make sense either. How could Gong Jiu not know Sha Man's background? If he did, why didn't he kill Fang Yufly himself?
According to Niurou Tang, Sha Man was rescued by Gong Jiu from a brothel. She had no reason not to ask Gong Jiu to kill Fang Yufly, unless there was something else going on...
Hmm, could there be a connection between Youling Manor, Tai Ping Wangfu, and Nameless Island?
The more Su Shaoying thought about it, the more something felt amiss. The web of relationships in the Jianghu of The Legend of Lu Xiaofeng was far more intricate than in her previous two worlds.
"Fortunately, everyone involved is just a fair-weather friend or connected by mutual interests. The relationships aren't that close or deep," Su Shaoying shook her head, deciding not to dwell on it further.
Xue Bing, seeing Lu Xiaofeng's silence, asked, "You're not planning to go out to sea to find them, are you?"
"I won't give them the satisfaction," Lu Xiaofeng shook his head. "None of them have come to me for help, so why should I get involved?"
While Lu Xiaofeng was a busybody, he wasn't a complete pushover. However...
Lu Xiaofeng stroked his chin and smiled, "If I were to go, it would be after the 15th of September."
The vast ocean held unknown dangers, and Lu Xiaofeng, who had never ventured out to sea before, didn't want to miss the appointment between Ximen Chuixue and Ye Gucheng in the capital on that date.
Xue Bing glared at Lu Xiaofeng, then laughed.
"What are you laughing about?" Lu Xiaofeng asked.
"Eighth Sister is from the Divine Needle Xue family," Ouyang Qing explained with a smile.
Lu Xiaofeng nodded, "I'm aware of that."
"The Xue family has connections with many maritime merchant groups and is familiar with various ports. If you want to go to sea, you might have to rely on Eighth Sister's help," Ouyang Qing revealed Xue Bing's plan.
Lu Xiaofeng jumped up, "You don't want to come with me, do you?"
Xue Bing showed her cute little tiger teeth, "If you dare to leave me behind, I'll have the ship's crew throw you overboard while you're sleeping!"
(End of Chapter)
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