The Melon-eating Swordsman In The Ancient Dragon World Chapter 67: A Bet - Novel Cool

Chapter 67: A Bet

Chapter 67: A Bet

Under the moonlit night, Huang Fei, the Moonlight Fox, brandished a curved sword, his reputation reverberating throughout the lands north and south of the great river. His name was ranked 16th on the 'Arsenal Roster'.

You Longsheng shook his head, unfamiliar with the name.

But that was to be expected. The Arsenal Roster listed a hundred individuals, and only a handful appeared in the original story. It was likely that Huang Fei was in Jiangnan during the Hidden Cloud Manor's treasure incident two years later, hence his absence from the original narrative.

Of course, it was also possible that he had died prematurely.

"Those who can stand out in the Money Gang and lead a team are top experts, especially in the prosperous land of Jiangnan," added Ding Chenfeng.

"But how can he compare to Master Ding's sword, as swift as the wind?"

The speaker was Xue Ying, the top courtesan of Lianhong Lounge, who was currently nestled beside Ding Chenfeng, feeding him wine.

Ding Chenfeng tilted his head back and drained his cup. "In that case, you're flattering the wrong person. Huang Fei's position at 16th on the Arsenal Roster and his survival till this day prove that he's truly skilled."

It had been over a decade since Bai Xiaosheng compiled the Arsenal Roster.

In the martial arts world, a year was already a long time, let alone over a decade? Thus, many of the experts listed in the Arsenal Roster had already perished. Aside from those in the latter ranks meeting unfortunate fates, even the sixth-ranked expert was never mentioned again.

There was no need to bring up the dead.

However, Huang Fei, ranked 16th, had survived peacefully until now. Not only had he joined the Wealth Sect, but as a hall master leading the invasion of Jiangnan, he was undoubtedly a formidable opponent.

Another young woman, Cui Yao, snuggled in You Longsheng's arms, giggling softly. "But Young Master You and Young Master Ding don't seem scared at all. You're both so amazing. Many people are terrified just at the mention of the Money Gang."

You Longsheng's hand slid along her side, savoring her delicate curves and soft skin. "You're wrong, too. If the leader of the Money Gang showed up at the door, I guarantee we'd run faster than rabbits."

Cui Yao went limp in his arms, her breath tickling his ear. "Young Master, you're so funny. But I've heard that male rabbits are quite something~"

You Longsheng didn't stop his caresses. "Indeed. If they weren't, how could they father so many bunnies?"

Cui Yao giggled, her laughter grating to Ding Baiyun like a broken gong. Ding Baiyun banged her cup on the table and coldly ordered, "More wine!"

Beside her, Xing Qing refilled her cup like a meek wife, her expression obliging but her eyes betraying reluctance.

While Xue Ying and Cui Yao had handsome companions, Ding Baiyun was alone.

It wasn't easy for a woman to sleep with a man who was not only wealthy and handsome but also a powerful warrior.

Ding Chenfeng glanced at Ding Baiyun helplessly, not daring to send her away. He could only sigh. He had once thought of bringing her along on his travels through the martial world, but he hadn't anticipated such inconveniences.

You Longsheng couldn't hold back his laughter.

Most women would feel out of place in a brothel, but Ding Baiyun sat there as calmly as if she were in an ordinary inn or restaurant, showing no signs of embarrassment. Her psychological fortitude was extraordinary.

No wonder she could sleep with a severed head for nineteen years!

You Longsheng shuddered involuntarily.

If Ding Baiyun hadn't gone after Bai Tianyu, he wondered if she could have killed Official Jin Hong. You Longsheng suddenly realized that he, too, had a formidable boss by his side!

Ding Baiyun noticed his gaze and asked, "Why are you staring at me like that?"

Xue Ying's eyes flickered with curiosity as she gently leaned against Ding Chenfeng. "Master Ding, what do you think the Money Gang is up to by invading Jiangnan?"

"Rest assured, they won't bother you," You Longsheng reassured, patting Cui Yao's waist. "The Money Gang is after wealth, not women. As long as you stay here in Lianhong Lounge and don't get involved, you'll be fine."

Cui Yao snuggled closer into You Longsheng's embrace. "If you're staying in Yangzhou, why not stay here in the lounge for a few days? My bed is soft and warm~"

Ding Baiyun narrowed her eyes slightly.

Soon after, You Longsheng, Ding Chenfeng, and Ding Baiyun left the Lianhong Lounge.

...

"It seems the Money Gang's target hasn't been leaked yet," Ding Chenfeng remarked.

Although they didn't know who controlled the Lianhong Lounge or whose women Xue Ying and Cui Yao were, their questions had hinted at some underlying information.

"But Old Yang seems to have his suspicions," You Longsheng said. "After all, he's a veteran of the underworld and can sense something amiss."

Ding Baiyun's eyes shifted. "By inviting the gang leaders and experts to a banquet, he's likely preparing for something big."

You Longsheng couldn't help but reevaluate Ding Baiyun. "That's possible!"

Ding Baiyun straightened her posture and gave a proud hum. "Old Yang has been famous for thirty years, and he's no ordinary man. What do you think, will the Money Gang succeed this time?"

You Longsheng raised an eyebrow. "How about we place a bet? I wager the Money Gang will definitely take down the Flying Whale Gang. If Old Yang doesn't submit, he'll likely end up dead."

Ding Baiyun shook her head. "I bet Old Yang is well-prepared, and Huang Fei won't be able to defeat him. It will take Officer Jin Hong's personal involvement to settle this."

"What are we betting on?" Ding Chenfeng asked.

"If I win, neither of you can visit brothels and those shameless women anymore!" Ding Baiyun quickly added, shooting a fierce glare at You Longsheng and Ding Chenfeng.

Ding Chenfeng was speechless. Why was he being implicated? "But we came to Jiangnan specifically to experience the charm of the Qin Huai pleasure boats!"

You Longsheng felt a bit awkward as well, as he wasn't sure about the plot developments in this region.

He had only intended to bet on a trivial matter with a hundred taels of silver, but Ding Baiyun was raising the stakes significantly.

"Banning us from going at all seems a bit excessive, don't you think?" You Longsheng asked, then added, "After all, when we go to Gusu, the friends from the Nangong family will surely invite us for drinks."

Ding Baiyun bit her lip. "Fine, but you can't sleep with them!"

"Pfft, I'm the man who's slept with the number one beauty of the martial world and Blue Scorpion. It won't be that easy for ordinary brothel women to get into my bed," You Longsheng boasted.

He then shifted the blame to Ding Chenfeng. "And you, a family man, want to go to brothels with me? You're the one dragging me into this!"

Ding Chenfeng: ???

"But what if I win?" You Longsheng asked.

"What do you want?"

You Longsheng's eyes wandered up and down Ding Baiyun's body, and as her face reddened and she became flustered, he suddenly said, "Since you want to bet big, don't blame me for being ruthless. You just mocked us for being uneducated, so if I win, you have to copy the Tang and Song Dynasty Poetry Selections ten times."

(End of Chapter)

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