Obtain the divine power at the beginning

The eastern sky gradually turned pale, and the morning glow was as brilliant as fire, dyeing the entire sky a fiery red. Dewdrops sparkled on the green leaves, branches swayed gently in the breeze, and mountain flowers bloomed, emitting a rich fragrance.

Mei Jianhua woke up from her dream and found herself leaning against a tree trunk.

Shi Feiyang was sitting opposite her, having built a bonfire and was roasting a rabbit.

The air is filled with enticing aromas.

Mei Jianhua rubbed her sleepy eyes and couldn't help but exclaimed: "It smells so good!"

She took a deep breath, as if savoring the fragrance in the air, and a satisfied smile appeared on her face.

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The early morning sunlight shines through the dense treetops, casting a mottled shadow on the path in the woods.

The birds sang happily on the branches, and their wings flapped the air, making crisp "pa pa" sounds.

Shi Feiyang had slept with her in his arms all night, and felt quite embarrassed. He looked over at her and saw her pretty face rosy, looking at him lovingly. He could not help but stammer, "Are you awake?"

Mei Jianhua stood up, gently took off the robe that was draped over her body, and then gently draped it back over Shi Feiyang. She sat down with him in a graceful and tender manner, resting her head on his shoulder with a sweet smile on her face.

When Shi Feiyang smelled her orchid-like scent, his heart was moved. He quickly calmed himself, reached out his hand and gently pushed her away, saying tactfully: "It's ready. Come, eat it while it's hot!" He stood up and reached out to take a fragrant rabbit from the wooden rack, forked it with a tree fork, and handed it to Mei Jianhua.

Mei Jianhua took it and smiled brightly. She put the rabbit meat close to her nose and smelled it. She blew air on the rabbit meat to cool it down. It felt so crispy, tender and delicious. She praised it, "Hmm! It smells so good!"

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Shi Feiyang forked a rabbit and sat down opposite her. Mei Jianhua ate the rabbit meat, but her eyes stayed on Shi Feiyang. She asked curiously, "Hey, you don't look like a hero? You eat one bite at a time, too gentle, aren't you?"

After saying that, he stood up again and sat down next to him.

The two enjoyed delicious rabbit meat in the early morning sunshine, and the air was filled with the scent of happiness.

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This time, Shi Feiyang really couldn't find any excuse to leave Mei Jianhua, so he had to let her lean on him.

Then, Shi Feiyang smiled and said: "Although I am not a gentleman, good things still need to be savored slowly, one bite at a time, to truly appreciate the wonderful flavor." His words revealed a calmness, as if telling Mei Jianhua that even if she was in the world of martial arts, she should know how to enjoy the beauty of life.

Mei Jianhua thought to herself that it was common for people in the martial arts world to eat wild game when traveling in the mountains and wild fields.

She was curious about what Shi Feiyang said, and couldn't help asking in surprise: "Don't you rarely eat wild rabbits and rare birds in the mountains?" There was a hint of mischief in her eyes, as if testing whether Shi Feiyang really knew how to appreciate the beauty of life as he said.

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The warm sunlight shines through the dense gaps in the forest, sprinkling on the ground in a mottled manner. The leaves sway gently in the breeze, and the air is filled with a fresh scent.

Shi Feiyang smiled slightly and explained, "We eat it sometimes, but it's all made by my brothers. I don't have the chance to cook by myself." There was a hint of helplessness in his voice, as if he was lamenting that as a man of the underworld, he rarely had the opportunity to cook by himself.

Then, he explained in detail that although he was a man of the underworld, he usually acted more with his brothers and rarely had the opportunity to cook by himself. This opportunity to roast a rabbit was rare, and he did his best to make it, hoping that Mei Jianhua would like it.

There was a seriousness in his tone.

It also seemed to be telling Mei Jianhua that he was willing to make any effort for her just to win her favor.

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Mei Jianhua suddenly realized Shi Feiyang's special identity. However, she was not used to Shi Feiyang's overly polite way of speaking, so she raised her objection and said, "Oh! By the way, you are the chief. Brother Shi, please don't call yourself Shi in front of me, okay?" There was a hint of anger in her tone, as if she was blaming Shi Feiyang for being too unfamiliar.

When Shi Feiyang heard this, he immediately thought of a more tactful way to reject Mei Jianhua's feelings.

So he asked back: "Okay! Then let's become sworn brothers and sisters, okay?"

There was a hint of relief in his voice, as if he was trying to dissolve the feelings in Mei Jianhua's heart and replace them with a brotherly and sisterly affection.

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When Mei Jianhua heard Shi Feiyang's words, she suddenly felt shy, annoyed and indignant.

She pouted and said angrily, "I don't want to become sworn brothers and sisters with you! Humph, I don't want to eat it." After that, she stood up and threw the rabbit meat in her hand. Her heart was filled with love for Shi Feiyang, instead of wanting to become sworn brothers and sisters with him.

Her actions revealed a kind of willfulness, as if telling Shi Feiyang that she was unwilling to accept this arrangement of brother-sister relationship, but hoped to have further development with him.

There were complex emotions flashing in her eyes, including admiration for Shi Feiyang and dissatisfaction with this arrangement.

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Shi Feiyang was shocked to see Mei Jianhua's reaction.

He counterattacked with his elbow on the tree trunk, causing it to shake.

Shi Feiyang then reached out and grabbed the rabbit meat firmly in his hand.

Mei Jianhua was stunned and exclaimed in her heart: "Oh my God! His martial arts skills are too high, right?"

There was a glimmer of admiration in her eyes, but also a hint of helplessness.

Because she knew that Shi Feiyang's superb martial arts skills made it even more difficult for her to resist his charm.

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Seeing this, Shi Feiyang quickly apologized and whispered, "Sister, I'm sorry, come, finish it. Later, I will accompany you to visit the Fairy Temple, okay?"

Mei Jianhua was delighted, smiled sweetly, and said coquettishly, "This is good enough!" She took the rabbit meat and began to eat it with relish.

Her heart was filled with joy, as if Shi Feiyang's apology and invitation gave her a glimmer of hope, making her feel that perhaps one day, there would be a breakthrough in their relationship and it would no longer be just a brother-sister relationship.

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The sun rises, and the golden sunlight shines on the golden leaves, casting mottled shadows of the trees, like a beautiful painting.

The early morning air was filled with a fresh scent. The breeze blew, and the leaves swayed gently, making a rustling sound.

After eating the rabbit meat, Shi Feiyang led the horse over and said gently, "Sister, get on the horse, I will hold the reins for you."

His voice was low and full of concern, and there was a hint of worry in his eyes. He was a little worried that riding with Mei Jianhua would make their relationship deeper, so he spoke very tactfully.

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"Okay!" Mei Jianhua felt very romantic when she heard it. She thought: It is such a wonderful thing for my lover to lead my horse! She stepped forward and seemed to jump on the horse, but suddenly she cried "Aiya" and squatted down.

Shi Feiyang quickly loosened the reins, leaned down, and asked with concern: "Sister, what's wrong with you?"

His eyes were full of worry and concern, as if at this moment, the whole world was worried about her.

Mei Jianhua's beautiful eyes were full of affection and a plan came to her mind. She said with her beautiful eyes full of expectation: "My sister was fighting with Wu Zun yesterday and her foot was twisted. Can you carry me to the horse?"

Her voice was soft and seductive, as if at this moment, she was in control of the whole situation.

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Shi Feiyang blushed, but there was nothing he could do. He had to carry her onto the horse, then held the reins and slowly walked down the mountain.

His movements were gentle and careful, as if at this moment, she had become the most important person in his life.

Mei Jianhua rode on the horse, and from time to time she stretched out her slender fingers to gently touch Shi Feiyang's hair and tap his head. She had a sweet smile on her face, and was very happy. Her face was full of tenderness and her heart was filled with happiness and romance.

Her laughter was as clear as a silver bell, and it sounded particularly beautiful in the early morning sunshine.

After a while, the sun was high in the sky, and the scorching sunlight was like a fireball, baking the earth hot.

Heat waves came one after another, as if to swallow people up in this endless heat.

At this moment in the hot summer, the two of them walked together and came to the legendary mysterious and sacred Fairy Temple.

The temple stands on the top of the mountain, as if connecting with the sky, looking solemn and sacred.

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Shi Feiyang rode a vigorous horse, and the sound of horse hooves echoed in the silent mountains and forests.

Behind him sat the beautiful Mei Jianhua.

When they arrived at the destination, Shi Feiyang carefully carried her down from the horse, his movements gentle and caring.

His heart was filled with care and love for Mei Jianhua, as if she was the most precious treasure in his life.

Mei Jianhua gently stretched out her hand, and her slender fingers gleamed in the sunlight.

She held Shi Feiyang's strong and powerful hand and felt the warmth and strength of his palm.

The two of them leaned on each other and walked into the Fairy Temple together, as if they had walked into a mysterious and peaceful world.

The temple was filled with smoke and flickering candlelight, as if telling ancient legends and legendary stories of fairies. In this temple, their souls seemed to be purified and sublimated, and their feelings for each other became deeper.

After entering the temple, Mei Jianhua took Shi Feiyang's hand, acted coquettishly and said, "Brother, why did you come to the Fairy Temple? Is there any story behind it?" There was a gleam of curiosity in her eyes, as if she was expecting a romantic story.

Shi Feiyang smiled and replied, "Sister, there is a beautiful legend about the Fairy Temple. It is said that a long time ago, a fairy appeared here and helped many villagers. In order to commemorate her, the villagers built this temple." He paused and continued, "I brought you here in the hope that the fairy's blessing can befall you and make you happy and healthy forever."

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After hearing this, Mei Jianhua's eyes sparkled with tears of emotion. She held Shi Feiyang's hand tightly, her heart filled with gratitude and happiness.

The two strolled inside the temple, admiring the exquisite murals and sculptures and feeling the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere here.

Shi Feiyang pointed to a fairy statue and said softly: "Look, this is the legendary fairy. Her beauty and kindness moved heaven and earth." Mei Jianhua looked up and saw that the statue was lifelike, as if a real fairy had descended to the earth.

She couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration in her heart, and silently prayed that the fairy would grant her and Shi Feiyang a bright future.

In every corner of the Fairy Temple, they can feel a mysterious power, as if the blessings of the fairies are surrounding them. Shi Feiyang and Mei Jianhua made a wish in the temple, hoping that their friendship can stand the test of time and never change.

As they walked out of the Fairy Temple, the afterglow of the setting sun shone on them, casting a layer of golden glow on their figures, as if foreshadowing their bright future.

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Shi Feiyang smiled gently and told Mei Jianhua a story in detail, saying: "The original name of the Fairy Temple was actually Caijiazhuang. According to legend, in one year during the Eastern Han Dynasty, a disaster struck. A ferocious black dragon appeared in the East China Sea and caused a storm on this land. Heavy rain poured down, the river overflowed, and the flood submerged crops and houses.

The people were living in dire straits and suffering terribly.

Just as the black dragon was still wreaking havoc, the god of plague quietly arrived again. People in the village began to vomit and have diarrhea, and were dying.

Just when people were falling into despair, a white dragon suddenly appeared in the sky. It held its head high, moved forward and rolled over, bravely challenging the black dragon.

The two dragons fought fiercely in the sky, from the sky to the water. The battle lasted for several hours, until the sky was dark and the water was surging. After a long fight, the black dragon was finally defeated and fled in a panic.

At this time, the clouds in the sky gradually dissipated, and the flood retreated along the Yangtze River. The people who were drowned in the water were finally saved. At this critical moment, a yellow crane flew over the sky, holding a magical herb in its mouth, and slowly floated down.

After a while, the white dragon and the yellow crane disappeared mysteriously, and two girls in Taoist costumes appeared in front of people.

It turned out that they were Du Jiang and Kang Zixia, the female Taoist priests who practiced Taoism in Dongling Holy Mother Temple.

The two girls boiled the herbs they found into two large pots of soup and delivered them to the people from house to house. Miraculously, the medicines were used up and the illnesses were cured. Later, the county magistrate learned about this and became greedy. He wanted to marry the two beautiful girls to his two sons. However, the girls were unwilling to give in.

The county magistrate was furious and put them in jail, trying to accuse them and even kill them. When the news spread, the common people begged the county magistrate to spare the two girls. At this moment, the two girls suddenly turned into two white dragons, flew out of the jail window into the sky, and floated away on two colorful clouds.

In order to thank the two fairies for their kindness, people built a temple by the river to worship them. From then on, the name of Caijiazhuang was changed to Fairy Temple.

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The story was poignant and moving. Mei Jianhua was fascinated by it, with admiration shining in her eyes. She held Shi Feiyang's hand tightly, as if at this moment, the relationship between them had deepened.

The two strolled in the temple, admiring the surrounding beauty and ancient buildings.

Mei Jianhua asked various questions from time to time, and Shi Feiyang patiently answered them one by one.

The interaction between them was full of warmth and sweetness, as if the whole world had stopped for them.

In this beautiful summer, their hearts were further blended in the Fairy Temple.

~

Seeing that Mei Jianhua was still immersed in the sad and moving story, Shi Feiyang couldn't help but smile, with a gleam of wisdom in his eyes.

He continued, "This story actually tells us a profound truth, that is, good people will be rewarded. Brother, I just want to take this opportunity to tell you that in the martial arts world, we should be like these two fairies and do more chivalrous deeds and good deeds."

Mei Jianhua suddenly understood. She nodded gently, with a gleam of understanding in her eyes: "Yeah!" Then, she leaned her head tenderly on Shi Feiyang's shoulder.

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"Report! Chief!" At this moment, the brothers from the Mingjiao Jiangnan Branch's spy hall rushed over and reported the latest situation to Shi Feiyang. Shi Feiyang hurriedly and gently separated Mei Jianhua and helped her stand firmly.

The disciple clasped his hands and bowed, saying respectfully, "Master, Taoist Yuxu and his companions have failed to capture and kill the Bai brothers. Taoist Yuxu is worried that his killing of the Yangzhou prefect will be exposed in the martial arts world, so he has returned to Qingcheng Mountain with Ma Da and Wang Zhonglin. Taoist Yuxu has asked the Master to escort Miss Mei back to Qingcheng Mountain when he is free in the future."

Shi Feiyang did not show any discouragement when he heard this. He said firmly, "Okay! Tell all the disciples in the meeting to investigate the whereabouts of the two Bai thieves. Once there is any news, report it immediately. We must eradicate these two thieves and restore a clean world to the martial arts world."

After saying that, he waved his hand to signal the disciple to leave.

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"Yes, sir!" The disciple bowed respectfully to Shi Feiyang again, turned around and left quickly.

Shi Feiyang glanced at Mei Jianhua and said gently, "Sister, your injuries are not healed yet. Come back to Taihu Lake with me to heal your injuries first. When your injuries get better, I will personally send you back to Qingcheng Mountain."

Mei Jianhua nodded sweetly, with a reluctant light in her eyes: "Yeah!" She really didn't want to leave Shi Feiyang.

Accompanied by Shi Feiyang, Mei Jianhua returned with him to the Taihu headquarters, where she spent a month recuperating.

During this period, Shi Feiyang took great care of Mei Jianhua and looked after her meticulously.

He personally drove the boat and accompanied Mei Jianhua on a boat trip on Taihu Lake in the hazy moonlight night, enjoying the picturesque scenery together. The sparkling waves on the lake reflected the moonlight, like a moving painting.

Mei Jianhua experienced many things during this period, which were deeply engraved in her memory and became the most indelible memories in her life. It was during this period that she got to know Shi Feiyang, a young hero with a great reputation in the world. She not only witnessed his bravery, but also felt his tenderness.

What Shi Feiyang showed in front of her was not only his superb martial arts skills, but also his gentle and considerate heart.

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Mei Jianhua's heart, like spilled water, can never be taken back, forever tied to Shi Feiyang. Her feelings for Shi Feiyang are like the surging river, endless and inseparable. She fell deeply in love with this handsome, brave and fearless young knight.

Whenever it was late at night and everyone was asleep, she would always think of Shi Feiyang's warm smile and caring eyes, and her heart would be filled with sweetness and attachment.

However, despite Mei Jianhua's intention to stay, Shi Feiyang was like a ruthless stream and could not respond. After Mei Jianhua's injury improved slightly, Shi Feiyang carefully arranged for Wu Zhong and his wife and Lu De to escort her back to Qingcheng Mountain.

Although she was extremely reluctant, Mei Jianhua had no choice but to obey Shi Feiyang's arrangement and set out on her journey home.

She knew that this wonderful time would become an eternal memory in her heart, and Shi Feiyang's figure would be forever engraved in her heart. Although Mei Jianhua was reluctant to leave Shi Feiyang, the disciples of the Mingjiao Jiangnan Branch were ready to go, so how could she, as a young girl, easily ask to stay?

She said goodbye to Shi Feiyang sadly and set out on the journey back to Qingcheng Mountain.

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At that moment of separation, Mei Jianhua's heart was filled with deep reluctance and helplessness.

She knew very well that Shi Feiyang had important responsibilities and missions and could not leave the land of Jiangnan easily.

Although her heart was filled with pain, Mei Jianhua still held back her tears, tried hard to force a smile, and waved goodbye to Shi Feiyang.

Shi Feiyang looked at her back as she walked away, and he was also filled with reluctance, but he understood that this was the most appropriate arrangement. He knew that only by letting Mei Jianhua return to Qingcheng Mountain could she receive better care and treatment.

~

On the way back to Qingcheng Mountain, Mei Jianhua felt complicated and indescribable.

She was grateful for Shi Feiyang's thoughtful arrangements, but also felt deeply regretful for not being able to stay with him.

Along the way, Wu Zhong and his wife and Lu De and the other two took good care of her, but there was always an unfillable void in Mei Jianhua's heart, and that was Shi Feiyang.

Despite this, Mei Jianhua did not give up hope. She firmly believed that as long as there was love in their hearts, the distance between them could not hinder their feelings. She decided to recuperate in Qingcheng Mountain, looking forward to meeting Shi Feiyang again one day.

She firmly believes that as long as there is love in their hearts, no matter how far apart they are, they will eventually reunite.

This belief supported her and allowed her to maintain hope and courage in her lonely convalescent life. Mei Jianhua knew that although this period of separation was difficult, as long as there was love in their hearts, they would eventually overcome all obstacles and meet again.

~

Therefore, under the escort of Wu Zhong and his wife and Lu De, Mei Jianhua embarked on the journey back to Qingcheng Mountain. Although she was full of reluctance and helplessness, she still moved forward firmly, dreaming of reunion in the future.

However, once a girl's mind is attached to the person she loves, it will be like ripples in Taihu Lake, which are difficult to calm down.

Less than three months after returning to Qingcheng Mountain, Mei Jianhua's restless heart could no longer be suppressed. She left a letter, quietly left the mountain, and headed straight for Taihu Lake. She longed to see her lover Shi Feiyang and spend a good time with him.

In her heart, Shi Feiyang's figure was like a ray of light, illuminating her way forward and making her unable to resist the call of her heart.

She knew that only with him would her life be full of color and meaning.

So, she embarked on a desperate journey to find love, hoping to see the person who made her heart beat again.

~

The sunlight shines through the gaps between the leaves, casting golden beams of light, as if dancing on the stage of nature.

Mei Jianhua set out from Qingcheng Mountain in Sichuan and embarked on a thousand-mile journey to Taihu Lake in the south of the Yangtze River. Time flies, and two months pass in a flash. She finally arrived at the shore of Taihu Lake. It was the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the moonlight was like water. This was a wonderful moment for people to share the fullness of the moon.

Mei Jianhua's heart was filled with longing for the picturesque moonlit Taihu Lake. She longed to go boating on the lake with Shi Feiyang again and spend a wonderful night together.

She looked forward to chasing the waves under the bright moonlight and feeling the tranquility and beauty.

However, when she was about to board the boat to Piao Miao Peak, an experienced old boatman revealed a shocking news to her - today was the day when Shi Feiyang, the leader of the Ming Cult's Jiangnan branch, was getting married.

Mei Jianhua felt as if struck by lightning. She felt dizzy, her vision blurred, and golden stars flashed before her eyes.

She murmured in disbelief, "No! There's no way this can happen."

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At the foot of Piaomiao Peak on the shore of Taihu Lake, the sound of firecrackers and people's cheers rose and fell, interweaving into one. The cheers and applause were like thunder, resounding through the sky, across the lake, and echoing in the night sky.

The moonlight is as clear as water, rippling the blue waves, and the lake and the mountains complement each other. Piaomiao Peak is gently covered by the moonlight, adding a bit of mystery, as if a giant stands in the sky, and seems to be vaguely visible.

After learning the news from Zhouzi, Mei Jianhua found out that tonight was Shi Feiyang's big day, also his wedding night.

The person she deeply loves is about to marry someone else.

This news was like a bolt from the blue to her, causing her heartache and making her feel overwhelmed. She felt chest tightness, difficulty breathing, golden light flashing in front of her eyes, dizziness, and the world was spinning, almost on the verge of falling into the water.

She had heard of the love story between Shi Feiyang and Yi Li.

However, this relationship ended three years before she met Shi Feiyang.

Since then, she has never heard of Shi Feiyang having any new emotional entanglement.

Therefore, she was confused and puzzled as to how Shi Feiyang could suddenly get married to someone else in just a few months.

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However, the old boatman said, "Girl, what is impossible? Shi Dangjia is elegant and chivalrous, and his reputation is known all over the world. Just imagine, how many women in the world admire him? Naturally, Shi Dangjia is surrounded by many admirers every day and is difficult to approach."

Mei Jianhua pinched her thigh, the pain made her slightly sober, tears welled up in her eyes, and she asked in a trembling voice: "Is his bride named Yili?" She was eager to know: Did Shi Feiyang and Yili rekindle their old love? If so, she was speechless, after all, Yili was the most beautiful woman in the martial arts world, and they had already had feelings for each other.

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The old boatman replied, "No! I once had the honor of ferrying that beautiful lady Yi. I had met her and also sent her to the foot of Piaomiao Peak to look for Stone Master. Alas! Miss Yi was indeed stunningly beautiful, like a fairy. As soon as she got on the boat, all the boatmen on Lake Taihu rushed over to catch a glimpse of her beauty." He recalled the past with a smile on his face, feeling proud that he had once ferryed Yili.

"So, is the current Madam Shi more beautiful than Miss Yi?" Mei Jianhua was sad, but she couldn't help but feel curious and unwilling. A thought flashed through her mind: unless that woman is more beautiful than Yi Li, she can't be compared with this girl. She thought: since Shi Feiyang ignored Yi Li, then his bride must be more beautiful, right?

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The old boatman didn't know about the complicated emotional entanglement between Mei Jianhua and Shi Feiyang. He just told Mei Jianhua in detail what he saw and heard. The old boatman said: "The wife of Mr. Shi is not as beautiful as Miss Yi. Today, the heroes of the Jiangnan branch of the Ming Cult came to the shore in a huge ship to welcome the bride. The procession was huge and powerful. Our fishing boats have already docked and witnessed the bride's elegance with our own eyes. However, we ordinary people don't know her name."

Mei Jianhua's heart felt like it was being twisted by a sharp blade, but she was still eager to hear more about Shi Feiyang. She asked again with a trembling voice, "Then why did Master Shi abandon the beautiful Miss Yi and choose a seemingly ordinary woman as his wife?"

She had a deep love for Shi Feiyang, and at the same time she paid close attention to his every move. Her eyes were blurred with tears, and she dared not look directly at the old fisherman. She barely supported her body and sat on the side of the boat with her back to the old fisherman.

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The old boatman was lonely and it was rare for someone to be willing to chat with him. The other party was a graceful girl, obviously not a Jinyiwei of the court, so he told her frankly without any scruples: "Well, I really don't know about this.

Among the good men who came to pick up the bride today, there was a hero named Xie Wen. I heard his conversation with Mr. Lu, in which he said that Mr. Shi and his wife had been in love for three whole years and their feelings were very devoted.

Today, the Shi family is getting married. I heard that even the two major sects, Shaolin and Wudang, sent generous gifts. Ding Hong, the new leader of the Beggars' Sect, also came in person to give a eulogy. All the major sects in the martial arts world sent representatives to attend the wedding. All the leaders of the major gangs in the world gathered at Taihu Lake. "

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Mei Jianhua's heart seemed to be pierced by a sharp pain. She stood up suddenly, turned around quickly, and questioned herself: "Three years? Three years? Three years! Why? Why didn't he tell me at that time? Why?" After questioning, her thoughts suddenly changed: "He didn't need to tell me. It was his private matter. Maybe what Lao Zhouzi said was wrong."

The old boatman suddenly noticed that Mei Jianhua's face was covered with tears. He was shocked. He nodded first, then said affirmatively: "Indeed! Three years! I didn't hear it wrongly. That was what Master Xie said himself."

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The small boat was quietly anchored in the middle of the lake, as if isolated from the world, floating slowly with the waves of the lake.

The lake was sparkling with silver light, as if countless stars were scattered on the water.

The reflection of the full moon in the lake was torn into countless pieces in the rippling water, like a broken painting.

The old boatman's words suddenly rang out, like a bolt from the blue, making Mei Jianhua feel powerless and shocked. She sat dejectedly by the boat, her heart filled with helplessness and grief.

~

Mei Jianhua stared at the full moon in the lake. The moon's shadow was broken, and her heart was broken with it.

With tears in her eyes, she whispered, "Old man, let's go back to the shore. I'm not feeling well."

The old boatman nodded with sympathy and understanding, then turned the boat around and headed towards the shore.

After Mei Jianhua got ashore, she rode away on horseback and disappeared into the night.

From then on, she lived in seclusion in Mount Li, away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

She re-entered the sect, shaved her head to become a nun, and practiced devoutly.

After her mentor passed away, she set up her own school, founded the Plum Blossom Sword School, and became a master of her generation. However, she no longer set foot in the martial arts world. People in the martial arts world only knew that she was missing, but did not know that she was living in seclusion in Mount Li. She was disheartened and did not want to see anyone in the martial arts world again.

Later, she learned the sad news that Shi Feiyang died in the battle of Taihu Lake, and she was even more disheartened. She never left Mount Li again and lived a secluded life for the rest of her life. She practiced in the mountains, isolated from the world, and the reputation of the Plum Blossom Sword School gradually disappeared in the martial arts world, as if it had never existed.

Mei Jianhua spent the rest of her life in Mount Li, and her story became a legend, circulating in the legends of the world.

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On this sunny day, the breeze gently blows across the earth, bringing a subtle chill.

The trees swayed in the wind, the grass swayed gently in the breeze, and the fallen leaves drifted in the air with the rhythm of the wind. On the withered and yellow leaves, the dewdrops sparkled with crystal clear light, and the leaves themselves had turned yellow, showing a desolate beauty.

Zhang Xianyu sat quietly on a rock, the cool breeze blowing over her body, she couldn't help but shiver, her body trembled slightly. She listened to her master's sad past, tears already streaming down her face.

She deeply felt that her master had lived a lonely and difficult life.

However, no one can reverse the fate of love. Mei Jianhua's decision to become a nun was also her own decision. Who can be blamed for this? If there is a reason to blame, perhaps it can only be blamed on the unfairness of fate.

Zhang Xianyu had a lot of thoughts in her mind and felt extremely sad. Tears fell like rain. She threw herself into Master Yueshou's arms and sobbed, "Master! It turns out that your life is so difficult!" She burst into tears, as if she was the heroine of that tragic love story.

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Nun Yueshou's face was also covered with tears. More than 20 years had passed, and this tragic love had long been buried deep in her heart.

However, mentioning it today touched her deepest emotions, and although the sadness has passed, the love still exists.

Sadness came like a huge wave, and sad tears fell silently. She didn't want her beloved disciple to feel this sadness, so she wiped the tears from her face, caressed Zhang Xianyu's hair lovingly, and said in a trembling voice: "Child, let's go back."

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Zhang Xianyu's eyes were filled with tears, but she still couldn't help asking her master: "Master, can you confirm that Shi Feiyang has indeed died in battle?" When Master Yueshou heard this question, her eyes were moist and she answered with a trembling voice: "Now the chief of the Ming Cult's Jiangnan branch is Shi Yuyan, Shi Daxia's biological sister. If Shi Daxia was still alive, the heroes of the Ming Cult's Jiangnan branch would definitely not nominate Shi Yuyan as the chief. Alas! In fact, the Ming Cult's Jiangnan branch no longer exists. Now it is Prince Shi who has revived the Ming Cult, and Grand Master Helan Minyue is in power." Her sigh was filled with pain.

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Zhang Xianyu's mind can't help but travel back to more than 20 years ago, recalling Shi Feiyang's wedding, his mentor's sad becoming a monk, and Shi Feiyang's unfortunate death in battle. Although these memories are based on imagination, the reality they reflect is also true.

My mentor became a monk due to emotional entanglement and lived with the ancient Buddha for decades. How difficult it was to be lonely and helpless. Who can truly understand the feeling?

"Master!" Zhang Xianyu called out while choking with tears, his emotion sincere.

She raised her hand and considerately used her sleeve to wipe away the tears from Master Yueshou's face.

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Nun Yueshou gently pushed Zhang Xianyu away, stood up and looked down the mountain, and said with deep emotion: "However, there is a rumor in the martial arts world that the soldiers have not found the body of Shi Daxia, and his orphan was lost during Shi Yuyan's escape. Later, I learned that Shi Yuyan had recognized Shi Wangye. Based on this, it can be inferred that Shi Wangye should be Shi Daxia's son."

Then, Master Yueshou clasped her hands together, her eyes slightly shy, and whispered, "In fact, I went down the mountain that night when Shi Tianyu rescued you to Maoling. I was worried that he would harm you at night, so I followed him secretly.

At that time, you were all leaning against the tree and sleeping. But there was a figure that I felt very familiar with. He was able to make Shi Tianyu's BMW and fierce dog unconscious. That figure was very similar to the hero Shi Feiyang back then!

Therefore, I suspect that Shi Daxia was not killed in battle, but lived in seclusion. However, if he were still alive, why would he let his beloved son go through so many hardships and dangers? "

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After hearing this, Zhang Xianyu jumped up excitedly and asked in astonishment: "What? How is it possible?"

~(End of this chapter)