https://novelcool.info/chapter/Chapter-687-Jin-Ban-Hua-and-the-Three-Pits-of-Chu-Liuxiang/12811525/
https://novelcool.info/chapter/Chapter-689-The-Golden-Companion-Flower-Unveiled/12811529/
Chapter 688: Saving Li Guanyu
Chapter 688: Saving Li Guanyu
As Jin Banhua took a seat next to Li Guanyu, everyone's reactions were mixed.
Li Yuhan and Liu Wumei were on the edge of their seats, anxiety written all over their faces.
Li Yuhan had never dreamed that Jin Banhua's move would be so swift. Being a direct descendant of the Li family of the Green Emerald Manor, he had long since reached the pinnacle of martial prowess. Although he had been a bit careless, being immobilized without any chance to resist was completely unexpected.
Liu Wumei, seeing Li Yuhan stiffly seated and allowing Jin Banhua to sit next to Li Guanyu, was both puzzled and furious. She couldn't understand why Li Yuhan didn't intervene and was also worried that Jin Banhua might expose Li Guanyu's condition.
The other five experts didn't have much to say. They were unaware of Li Guanyu's state and assumed that Li Guanyu had called Jin Banhua over because he found his constant chatter disrespectful, intending to give him a scolding.
Only Chu Liuxiang wore a smile, his body seeming even lighter as he relaxed.
He had noticed that something was off with Li Guanyu but couldn't reveal it or get close to investigate, leaving him to fall into the trap step by step.
Although Chu Liuxiang had never seen Jin Banhua in action, Jibingyan and Hu Tiehua had spoken highly of him. Coupled with the sharp insight Jin Banhua had shown earlier, Chu Liuxiang knew that Jin Banhua was a formidable martial artist.
Whether Jin Banhua exposed Li Guanyu's condition or managed to get Li Guanyu to speak, the sword formation surrounding him would crumble on its own.
However...
Chu Liuxiang continued to maneuver within the sword formation, but Jin Banhua showed no signs of action. He continued to drink wine, eat lotus seeds, and appeared to be whispering and laughing with Li Guanyu.
Chu Liuxiang: (╯▽╰)
"I knew it wouldn't be that simple."
Chu Liuxiang sighed, his body shifting to dodge Liu Wumei's sword, and he chuckled, "Old Master Li calling Brother Jin over for a chat, isn't that a bit unexpected?"
Liu Wumei grunted, "Father favors his juniors; why should I be surprised?"
Despite her words, her eyes darted to Li Yuhan, desperately signaling him to intervene.
But Li Yuhan remained motionless, his face growing paler, his heart pounding with panic.
Chu Liuxiang smiled, "Sister-in-law, you don't look too well. What are you worried about? Are you concerned that Old Master Li might harm Brother Jin, or that Brother Jin might harm Old Master Li?"
Liu Wumei's voice hardened, "My father's sword skills are unrivaled. Why should I worry about Brother Jin harming him?"
Chu Liuxiang laughed, "If Old Master Li is in good health, he is indeed the world's greatest swordsman. But is he still capable of defending himself now?"
Liu Wumei's expression shifted, her eyes flickering towards the main seat, her heart racing.
Distracted, her sword movements slowed, not enough to break the formation but enough for Chu Liuxiang to feel a significant ease.
At the main seat, Jin Banhua used his profound and pure Mingyu Gong to smooth out the chaotic and blocked true qi within Li Guanyu's body. He took another sip of wine and sighed.
"Who would have thought he could exploit such a weakness?" Jin Banhua said, "Now, he won't be able to experience the true power of the sword formation."
"What a pity!" Jin Banhua shook his head.
"Even with flaws in the sword formation, without a martial artist of Chu Xiang's caliber, anyone else would have already met their end within it."
A faint, hoarse, and aged voice spoke, and Li Guanyu was now able to speak, "Young friend, your internal energy is pure and profound, truly a master of the mystic arts. But I must admit, my old eyes are not as sharp as they once were. Could it be that you are a practitioner of the Northern Quanzhen School?"
"Of course not, I never thought of becoming a Taoist priest," Jin Banhua laughed. "My wife taught me this. She comes from a hidden martial arts sanctuary, and her skills could be considered... well, tied for first in the world."
"Such divine skills truly live up to the name of a martial arts sanctuary," Li Guanyu sighed. "The world of martial arts is vast. In my youth, I was arrogant enough to claim the title of the greatest swordsman. I am truly ashamed of it now."
"After all, there were no legendary swordsmen in the martial world back then, so no one could challenge you," Jin Banhua laughed. "Besides, you were known as the Greatest Swordsman of the World. Now, you can be known as the Former Greatest Swordsman of the World, which is still quite impressive."
Li Guanyu raised an eyebrow, surprised by Jin Banhua's boldness.
"Friend, what is your relationship with Chu Xiang?" Li Guanyu asked, watching Chu Xiang deftly maneuver through the sword formation.
"What if I say we have a grudge?" Jin Banhua asked.
"If you have a grudge, then let Chu Xiang continue to test this old man's sword formation, and I will call it off afterward," Li Guanyu smiled. "You saved me from my suffering, so I want to see you enjoy yourself."
Jin Banhua raised his cup and chuckled, realizing Li Guanyu was quite a remarkable person.
On the other side, Chu Xiang's words not only slowed down Liu Wumei's sword movements but also made the other five people suspicious, causing them to look at Li Guanyu.
Then they saw Li Guanyu and Jin Banhua chatting and even raising their cups to take a small sip of wine.
Liu Wumei and Li Yuhan: (˙o˙)
Chu Xiang was speechless, momentarily wondering if Li Guanyu really wanted to kill him.
Then he saw Li Guanyu put down his cup, nod apologetically, and a hoarse voice echoed in their ears, "Thank you, old friends, for coming to my aid. I am deeply grateful. Everyone, please stop."
The five masked experts immediately ceased their attacks.
Li Yuhan and Liu Wumei's faces turned deathly pale.
Liu Wumei didn't dare stay in place and quickly flew back to Li Yuhan's side.
Li Yuhan frantically gestured for Liu Wumei to run.
But Liu Wumei's eyes were streaming with tears. She shook her head and began to unblock Li Yuhan's acupoints.
Jin Banhua hadn't used any special techniques, so after a few moments of Liu Wumei's efforts, the acupoints were finally unblocked.
"Scoundrel!" Li Guanyu looked at Li Yuhan, his face darkening, and sternly demanded, "What have you done? Speak up quickly!"
Li Yuhan's face was pale, his body trembling, and he didn't dare look up at Li Guanyu. He just pulled Liu Wumei back.
Chu Xiang finally breathed a sigh of relief and bowed to Li Guanyu, "May the senior be well!"
"May you be well, Xiang Shuai!" Li Guanyu nodded in return. "My son has committed great evil, and I have failed to discipline him properly. I am deeply ashamed. Please wait a moment, and I will give you a satisfactory explanation."
A black-clad man frowned and asked, "Brother Li, what is going on here?"
Li Guanyu sighed, "It's a family disgrace. A few years ago, I had a mishap while practicing, which led to a severe case of qi deviation. My body became stiff, and I couldn't even speak."
Upon hearing this, everyone understood the situation.
Li Yuhan and Liu Wumei had used Li Guanyu's seals and letters to summon these martial arts elders who had been indebted to Li Guanyu and had a deep friendship with him.
While everyone's attention was on Li Guanyu, Li Yuhan and Liu Wumei took the opportunity to flee.
Their lightness skills were not weak, and the two black-clad men who tried to stop them were too late.
(End of Chapter)
Chapter end
Report
