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Chapter 558: Shen Bijun is Stimulated
Chapter 558: Shen Bijun is Stimulated
The tall elder turned around and saw that Lian Chengbi had already dismounted with Shen Bijun, chasing after him like a gentle breeze through the woods. They seemed slow, but in reality, they were fast and closing in on him.
Li Qingfeng's expression changed drastically as his instinct to flee warred with his sense of identity.
In the two or three breaths that he hesitated, he realized he could no longer run.
Li Qingfeng stood firm, his eyes wide and his aura fierce. In a booming voice, he demanded, "You know me?"
"Golden Bow, Silver Pellets, Tiger Slaying Blade, Chasing Clouds, and Moon Drifting on Water," Lian Chengbi recited. "Forty years ago, you were the most famous thief. Whether in long-range attacks, close combat, or light work, you were a top figure in the martial arts world, known as the number one expert in the underworld, and some even say you are the most powerful thief in history."
Lian Chengbi sighed, "But now that I've witnessed your Golden Bow and Silver Pellets, why not show me your Tiger Slaying Blade as well?"
Li Qingfeng's eyes glinted, "You also know that Li Gang is my son!"
"The Li family isn't a particularly deep-rooted clan. If I wanted to investigate, I could always find some clues," Lian Chengbi said.
"So you knew I would come for you?" Li Qingfeng asked.
"I just didn't expect you to welcome me with your Silver Pellets," Lian Chengbi said calmly. "It's said that you've always been clean in your methods, with a resounding reputation, never stooping to underhanded tactics."
Li Qingfeng's cheeks twitched, and he snorted, "You killed my son. Whatever revenge I take is justified!"
"But I gave your son a chance to back down," Lian Chengbi said.
Li Qingfeng coldly smiled, "Was that really a chance? You were clearly tempting him to make a move!"
Lian Chengbi laughed, "It seems that you understand your son the best."
Li Qingfeng gritted his teeth, unsure how to respond.
Then he heard Lian Chengbi ask with feigned concern, "How are you feeling now? Has the soreness in your arms from drawing the bow repeatedly worn off? Can you draw your blade now?"
Li Qingfeng flew into a rage, his face, which had been flushed, turning even redder.
While he had indeed been subconsciously stalling for time, he couldn't bear to have Lian Chengbi point it out so bluntly.
Li Qingfeng drew out the Tiger Slaying Blade, his trademark weapon weighing fifty-seven pounds, and swept it horizontally, cleaving a tree as thick as a bowl in two.
The cut surface was as smooth as a mirror, testifying to the sharpness of the blade and the power of the strike.
"I may be old, but I can still shoot ten consecutive 'Flower Rain' shots," Li Qingfeng said, his eyes narrowed in anger. "You mock my sore arms? Let's see how many of my heavy slashes you can block!"
"Lian Chengbi, I want you to pay for my son's life!"
With a loud shout, Li Qingfeng slashed at Lian Chengbi with his blade while simultaneously twisting his wrist to aim the bowstring at Shen Bijun's shoulder.
This combination of blade and bow was a perfect blend of hardness and softness, and Li Qingfeng had unleashed his full power.
He was well aware of Lian Chengbi's formidable skills. After all, there were only two people in the world who had escaped unscathed from his 'Flower Rain' attack. But Lian Chengbi, the third person, seemed even more composed than those two killers from beyond the heavens.
In fact, he didn't just escape unscathed, he emerged from the rain of arrows with ease!
Li Qingfeng's heart was already filled with fear. During this time, he had not only been recovering from the soreness in his arms caused by consecutive bow draws, but he had also been trying to calm his shaken mindset.
And with this strike of the blade and bow, he displayed the pinnacle of his martial arts.
The Tiger Slaying Blade was unmatched in its ferocity, capable of cutting through any defense, while the bowstring of the Golden Bow was incredibly sharp, able to overcome hardness with softness.
He was confident in this move.
If he had aimed solely at Lian Chengbi, perhaps Lian Chengbi would have retreated. But by targeting Shen Bijun, he knew that Lian Chengbi would have no choice but to intervene!
He was certain that Lian Chengbi would try to save Shen Bijun, and he had prepared a follow-up move accordingly. With this unexpected strike that blended hardness and softness, he believed he could inflict serious damage on Lian Chengbi.
"The last time we encountered them, it was clearly Li Gang who ambushed us and tried to kill us." Shen Bijun stated.
Lian Chengbi smiled. "Not everything in the jianghu can be resolved with reasoning, especially when dealing with someone like Li Qingfeng, who associates with the underworld."
Shen Bijun took a deep breath. "He just now used the silver pellets to scheme against me and even tried to attack me to divert your attention."
Lian Chengbi turned to look at her, unsure of her intention.
Shen Bijun met his gaze, her tone resolute. "Husband, teach me martial arts. I've realized that with my current skills, I will only be a burden to you."
Lian Chengbi's eyebrows rose slightly.
In the original story, Shen Bijun had transformed from a gentle and soft-hearted woman to someone with a firm and resolute mindset, but this change did not extend to her martial arts skills. It seemed that she had no interest in cultivating her martial prowess.
But now, here she was, expressing her desire to learn martial arts.
"I used to think my martial arts skills were sufficient, and I've never been one to seek dominance over others," Shen Bijun explained. "But now I understand that the jianghu isn't always about reasoning. Sometimes, even if we don't provoke others, trouble will find us."
"I don't want to be your weakness, with people always using me to target you. Can I always rely on you to be by my side and protect me?" she asked, her eyes filled with concern. "And even if your martial arts are exceptional, there's still a chance of unexpected dangers. The thought of you getting hurt while protecting me is unbearable."
Shen Bijun looked at Lian Chengbi, her expression earnest. "Husband, please teach me martial arts!"
Lian Chengbi regarded her with a serious expression and nodded. "Alright, then I shall put in extra effort tonight."
Shen Bijun's face reddened slightly. "Husband, I'm being serious."
"So am I," Lian Chengbi replied with a smile. "Haven't you noticed the growth in your internal energy lately?"
Shen Bijun blinked and circulated her inner qi, realizing that it was indeed stronger than before.
She was taken aback. "Why is that?"
"It's because your husband here possesses an extremely powerful secret technique from the Daoist sect," Lian Chengbi explained with a smile. "If you can persist a little longer each time, your progress would be even more remarkable."
Shen Bijun was left speechless.
(End of Chapter)
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