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Chapter 651: Jin Ban Hua, Will You Grant Your Blessings?
Chapter 651: Jin Ban Hua, Will You Grant Your Blessings?
"What a magnificent Butterfly Loving Flower technique. Your movements resemble a butterfly flitting among blossoms with such grace. May I inquire if you are the 'Flower Butterfly,' Hu Dahai, or perhaps the 'Xiaoxiang Bandit' Caiyi Man Huajian, equally renowned as the Bandit Chief, Chu Liuxiang, a decade ago?"
Hu Tiehua was astonished that the visitor could recognize him and couldn't help but glance at the swordsman, Wang Chong, whose eyes sparkled with familiarity.
"This Butterfly has been immersed in wine for a decade, yet you still recall me," Hu Tiehua said in amazement.
Wang Chong shook his head, filled with emotion. "I should have guessed it was you when I saw Chu Liuxiang. It has been a long time since the three of you graced the world together."
At this point, Wang Chong turned to glance at Ji Bingyan, his voice brimming with excitement. "The swan and butterfly take flight as one, perfuming the world with their fragrance. Now that Hu Tiehua, the Flower Butterfly, has shown himself, could this be the Swan, Ji Bingyan?"
Ji Bingyan maintained his silence, but Chu Liuxiang chuckled and inquired, "It seems you are quite familiar with us three, yet we haven't had the honor of meeting you. Wouldn't that be considered rude?"
Wang Chong repeatedly shook his head. "We are mere wanderers in the martial world, unworthy of your association..."
Upon hearing Wang Chong's words, the King of Kucha's eyes shifted from Hu Tiehua to Ji Bingyan and finally landed on Jin Ban Hua and Chu Liuxiang, a broad smile spreading across his face.
"Regardless of your identities, your skills and talents have left me in awe. Today, I, the King, would like to propose a toast to commemorate this gathering."
However, before the King could finish, a warrior barged into the tent and whispered something into his ear.
The King's expression shifted, and he appeared hesitant.
Noticing the King's reaction, Ji Bingyan immediately stood to take his leave, and the others politely excused themselves as well, except for Du Huan, who was once again carried away by the guards.
...
The King of Kucha kept the Princess of Pipa by his side, and as soon as Jin Ban Hua exited the main tent, Chu Liuxiang pulled him aside.
"Jin Ban Hua, I have a question for you!"
"Go ahead!"
Chu Liuxiang led Jin Ban Hua to their own luxurious tent, which they had been provided thanks to Hu Tiehua's impressive display of martial arts.
The tent was adorned with exquisite rugs, soft furs, fresh fruits and vegetables, and fine wine.
Hu Tiehua flung himself onto a fur rug and guzzled from a wine flask, "Ah, compared to this lavish spread, our recent experiences feel like a distant dream!"
Ji Bingyan coldly remarked, "Perhaps what transpired today is the dream."
Unconcerned by Ji Bingyan blocking the tent entrance, Jin Ban Hua casually sat down on another fur rug.
Stretching languidly, Jin Ban Hua addressed Chu Liuxiang, "Ask away. I'll answer whatever you wish to know, but don't keep me from pursuing my beloved."
Chu Liuxiang, having noticed the budding romance between Jin Ban Hua and the Princess of Pipa, expressed his admiration. "I'm surprised that you, Jin Ban Hua, have captivated the heart of the Princess of Kucha. My compliments to you."
Jin Ban Hua grinned mischievously. "It's all in a day's work. Who could resist my allure when I possess extraordinary martial arts skills, dashing good looks, and wealth?"
Hu Tiehua nearly sputtered out his mouthful of wine. Sitting up straight, he turned to Chu Liuxiang and exclaimed, "Old bug, this kid is even more full of himself than you!"
Jin Ban Hua waved his hand dismissively. "I'm merely stating the facts."
Hu Tiehua couldn't hold back his laughter. "You've got spunk, kid. I'm growing fond of you!"
"I appreciate the sentiment, but my affections are reserved only for beautiful women, not men," Jin Ban Hua quickly clarified.
Hu Tiehua's eyes widened in surprise. "I also love beautiful women! When I say I like someone, it's just an expression of admiration!"
"What a coincidence, I admire you too!" Jin Ban Hua laughed. "Anyone can see you're a lover of wine, and as it happens, so am I. If you're free, come visit me at my place.
My wine cellar is stocked with the finest spirits: Shanxi Zhu Ye Qing, Shandong Lanling Chun, Henan Du Kang wine, Hebei Hengshui Bai, Shu Zhong Shao Chun, Jiangnan Hua Diao, Guanzhong Liulin Xiang, and even wines from the Western Regions. Name it, I have it!"
Hu Tiehua couldn't help but swallow his saliva at the mention of these fine wines.
"Then I'll treat you to a night at the Miaoyin Tower in the capital," Jin Ban Hua continued with a smile. "We can listen to Master Liu's zither and flute, watch the graceful dances of the Yu sisters, and feast our eyes on the beauties while enjoying the finest wines. Wouldn't that be delightful?"
Hu Tiehua's mouth curved up to his ears, and a dreamy smile appeared on his face. Unaware, the wine trickled down from the corners of his mouth, and he seemed to be in a trance.
Ji Bingyan shot a cold glance at Jin Ban Hua and then turned to Hu Tiehua, "You should focus on surviving the Great Desert first, then you can dream all you want."
"Ask your question quickly," Ji Bingyan said to Chu Liuxiang. "If we wait any longer, they'll start chatting about gambling, dogfights, opera, and temple fairs."
Chu Liuxiang nodded with a bitter smile and turned to Jin Ban Hua, "What happened after I left that day?"
"Su Rongrong woke up, and Hei Zhenzhu returned," Jin Ban Hua replied. "Then we went to your boat."
"And then?" Chu Liuxiang inquired.
"Then we came to the Great Desert together!" Jin Ban Hua exclaimed.
Chu Liuxiang was taken aback, Jin Ban Hua's explanation was simple, and it was indeed what had happened, but something still felt amiss.
"Why did Hei Zhenzhu kidnap Rongrong and the others?" Chu Liuxiang asked, getting to the heart of the matter.
Jin Ban Hua sighed, "That's where Hei Zhenzhu is unreasonable. Clearly, I should have been the one to kidnap them, but she beat me to it."
Chu Liuxiang looked at Jin Ban Hua, his face full of confusion.
Ji Bingyan wore a similar expression, clearly wondering if this was an appropriate topic to discuss in front of the three of them.
Chu Liuxiang asked in surprise, "Why did you want to kidnap them?"
Jin Ban Hua countered with a question, "I took your White Jade Beauty, which is worth hundreds of thousands of taels of silver. Isn't it reasonable for me to take the three maidservants close to you as compensation?"
Hu Tiehua stood up, blinked, and exhaled a breath of wine. "That does sound reasonable."
Ji Bingyan glared at him, "If you don't speak, no one will mistake you for a mute."
Chu Liuxiang frowned, "The White Jade Beauty is just an object. Regardless, you can't take real people as compensation."
"You misunderstand me, I'm a respectable person, I wouldn't force them," Jin Ban Hua explained with a smile. "The main reason they agreed to leave with me is that I managed to persuade them."
"You persuaded them?" Chu Liuxiang asked.
"Yes!" Jin Ban Hua nodded.
"How did you persuade them?" Chu Liuxiang couldn't help but ask.
"They see you as a man, but you only treat them as little sisters. Wouldn't they rather leave than watch you be intimate with other women and end up alone themselves?"
Jin Ban Hua pointed to himself, "I'm the son of a wealthy family from the capital, the owner of the White Jade Beauty, a master of martial arts from both the north and south, Jin Ban Hua. What do I lack compared to you?"
Chu Liuxiang was stunned, and he unconsciously rubbed his nose vigorously.
Jin Ban Hua raised an eyebrow and smiled as he asked Chu Liuxiang, "If you truly don't want to accept them, wouldn't you bless them?"
(End of Chapter)
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