Chapter 362: Speculations about the Swordsman in White
Chapter 362: Speculations about the Swordsman in White
"I'm not sure about the invincibility of the Emei Sect, but I know we're in deep trouble now," said Lu Xiaofeng.
Just as they were speaking, two figures emerged from the eastern tower. One had a slender face and carried himself with noble bearing, while the other had a pale complexion and a cold smile.
Turning back, they saw two more figures stepping out from the southern tower. One had an eagle-like gaze and a cold demeanor, while the other had a white-skinned face adorned with a gentle smile.
The last person was none other than Yin Xan.
With these appearances, the identities of the other three became clear.
The first, a middle-aged swordsman with noble bearing, was Wei Ziyun, the current generation's Xiaoxiang Swordsman and the leader of the Four Imperial Bodyguards. Beside him was Ding Ao, the Star Plucker, known as Fourth Master Ding. And standing next to Yin Xan was Tu Fang, the Desert God Eagle from the northwest, addressed as Second Master Tu.
"All four of the great masters are here. We're truly honored," Lu Xiaofeng sighed.
"Don't drag us into this. We're just junior disciples of the Emei Sect. They're here because of you," Su Shaoying said as she pulled Zhang Yingfeng and Ma Xiuzhen away to keep a distance.
Lu Xiaofeng: "..."
The Honest Monk nodded and pointed at Lu Xiaofeng, "Indeed, they are all junior disciples of reputable sects, and I'm just an honest monk. We're not the murderers, but this one here is suspect."
Lu Xiaofeng: "..."
"I should've known you guys wouldn't be reliable," Lu Xiaofeng sighed. "But I never expected to gain something unexpected from this trip to the palace."
"Is it the kind of gain that comes from a trip to the Ministry of Justice's prison?" Ding Ao sneered.
Lu Xiaofeng smiled, "Do they serve wine in the prison?"
Tu Fang spoke in a deep voice, "How dare you trespass in the forbidden city and injure someone with your sword. Do you still think about drinking wine?"
Lu Xiaofeng blinked, "You know very well that I didn't kill anyone."
"You can say that to the officials at the Ministry of Justice," said Ding Ao.
"Of course, you could also hire a lawyer," Tu Fang added.
Lu Xiaofeng sighed, "Unfortunately, my pockets are cleaner than my face right now. Would any lawyer take my case?"
Wei Ziyun spoke calmly, "Perhaps no lawyer would help you, but I can."
When Wei Ziyun spoke, Tu Fang and Ding Ao fell silent.
"A man like Ma Laoliu, even if he died ten times, has nothing to do with us," Wei Ziyun smiled. "I'm sure Lu Xiaofeng understands that we didn't come here because of that."
Yin Xan smiled, "The crime of trespassing in the forbidden city can be forgiven this time, because there will definitely be a second time tomorrow night."
Wei Ziyun said, "Baiyun City Lord and Ximen Chuixue are both sword masters unparalleled in the world. Their battle tomorrow night will surely be earth-shattering and awe-inspiring."
Wei Ziyun and Yin Xan took turns speaking, expressing their reluctance to destroy such a momentous occasion, but also their duty to uphold their positions.
Lu Xiaofeng fully understood their meaning but wondered why they were telling him this.
"We may not be able to stop the masters of the martial world, but the Forbidden City is not a place where they can come and go as they please," Ding Ao coldly smiled.
Lu Xiaofeng nodded, "I understand."
At this moment, hundreds of soldiers had gathered inside and outside the city walls, their weapons forming a dense forest, and their bows and arrows raining down. It was unlikely that even the most skilled martial artist could withstand such an assault.
Moreover, the four bodyguards before them were not to be underestimated. Each of them possessed extraordinary skills, which was why they held the positions of the Four Imperial Bodyguards. There was not a single person in the world who could withstand their combined might.
Lu Xiaofeng replied seriously, "Please, tell me."
Wei Ziyun said, "We only hope that not too many people will come tomorrow, preferably no more than eight!"
Lu Xiaofeng understood his implication. They must have calculated that as long as the number of visitors didn't exceed eight, even if things got out of hand, they could handle it.
However, Lu Xiaofeng still didn't understand why Wei Ziyun was telling him this.
"Because we hope that Lu Xiaofeng will make this decision," Wei Ziyun smiled. "Apart from Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue, you can choose the other six."
Lu Xiaofeng widened his eyes and pointed at himself, "Me?"
"Yes, you!" Wei Ziyun nodded and took out six colored ribbons. He affirmed, "These ribbons will change color and shine under the moonlight. Give one to whoever you think should come, and ask them to tie it around their body when they arrive."
Ding Ao coldly added, "If anyone comes without this ribbon, they will be killed without exception!"
Thus, under Wei Ziyun's threat that he would tightly guard the palace and prevent the duel between Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue if Lu Xiaofeng didn't accept these six ribbons, Lu Xiaofeng ultimately took on this hot potato.
...
As the sun shone on them again when they exited the palace, Zhang Yingfeng realized that he had broken out in a cold sweat. "I just wanted to bring you all for a tour of the palace, but how did so many things happen all of a sudden?"
The Honest Monk replied, "Because you brought Lu Xiaofeng."
Su Shaoying nodded, "When you're with Lu Xiaofeng, you often get implicated in his affairs."
Lu Xiaofeng angrily said, "That's enough from the two of you. Do you still want this ribbon or not?"
The Honest Monk and Su Shaoying said in unison, "We do!"
Zhang Yingfeng and Ma Xiuzhen shook their heads honestly, "We don't!"
They were self-aware and knew that they were not qualified to witness the duel at the pinnacle of the Forbidden City, and they dared not go.
Lu Xiaofeng threw a ribbon to the Honest Monk and then asked, "Have you seen Ximen Chuixue recently?"
The Honest Monk shook his head, "No."
...
The Honest Monk left, but before he did, he said something to Zhang Yingfeng, causing his face to stiffen slightly, but he still nodded.
It was obviously about Zhang Yingfeng's family matter, so Lu Xiaofeng and Su Shaoying didn't pry.
However, there was one more thing on Lu Xiaofeng's mind. He asked Su Shaoying, "Why did Wang Zongguan and Ma Laoliu suddenly change their expressions when they heard me ask about the Swordsman in White?"
"Because this Swordsman in White is connected to a big secret," Su Shaoying replied.
Lu Xiaofeng pondered, "Ximen Chuixue has been missing for almost two months. Could he really be hiding in the palace?"
Su Shaoying glanced at Lu Xiaofeng, "Don't forget that Ye Gucheng also dresses similarly."
"But Ye Gucheng is poisoned," Lu Xiaofeng thought, and then his eyes lit up, "Could it be that there's an antidote for the Tang Clan's hidden weapon poison in the palace, but they don't want others to know about it?"
(End of Chapter)
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