Starting from the time when Mang traveled through Joy of Life, he fabricated the myths of the heaven

Chapter 516 Escort Mission (Two Chapters Combined)
Distracted by real-world information, Shen Qingzhou directly revealed Zuo Lengchan's icy true energy, shocking everyone who heard it.

Zuo Lengchan became the leader of the Five Mountains Alliance, but he relied on the martial arts of the Songshan Sect. Fei Bin was nicknamed the Great Songyang Hand and had a deep understanding of the Songshan Songyang Palm. However, in reality, Zuo Lengchan had a nickname in his youth: the Divine Songyang Palm. This was completely different from any other hand.

Furthermore, he fought Ren Woxing with the Songyang Palm technique. Although he was defeated, he was able to escape unscathed, which shows how terrifying his martial arts skills were.

Back then, he definitely didn't know any Cold Ice True Qi. Now, Zuo Lengchan's skills have improved again, and the others know why Zuo Lengchan dares to be so arrogant.

This time, their decision to retire from the martial arts world can be barely justified in name, but the fact that the Songshan Sect is still doing this shows that they must have some kind of backing. It seems that Zuo Lengchan is their source of confidence.

"Since childhood, Alliance Leader Zuo has been an outstanding figure among the younger generation. Among the Five Mountains Alliance, no one has surpassed him in talent. This is only to be expected," Liu Zhengfeng said.

They were of the same generation as Zuo Lengchan, so they naturally knew how powerful he was in his youth. Although he couldn't compare to figures like Xie Xiaofeng of Shenjian Villa, there weren't many figures like him either.

Among the Five Mountains, he is the strongest. In fact, he is exceptionally talented. In The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, Zuo Lengchan became a top-tier master through his own efforts.

Yue Buqun possesses the Evil-Repelling Sword Technique, Dongfang Bubai has the Sunflower Manual, Ren Woxing has the Star-Absorbing Skill, and Shaolin and Wudang both have their own martial arts techniques.

Only Zuo Lengchan, relying on his own created Frost Qi, was able to fight Ren Woxing twice. The Star Absorbing Technique dared not absorb the Frost Qi at all; if you absorb it, I'm happy, but if you absorb it, you'll get hurt.

In The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, he is probably one of the few characters who became a master directly by creating his own martial arts techniques; he is undoubtedly a genius.

"If that's the case, could it be that he has already reached that realm?" The so-called Ren and Du meridians seem to be very common in novel protagonists, who are born with nothing but the innate talent of dogs. However, in the real martial arts world, that step has blocked the way of countless martial arts geniuses.

Coincidentally, there is now a person who has reached that level. Although no one is certain, some clues can be found from the usual practices of Jianghu Monthly and from Jianghu rumors.

Without reaching that level, one is not qualified to occupy such a large space. Moreover, in the records of many sects, Xiaoyao Hou was a figure who was once rampant. Many people know that he broke through the martial arts barrier long ago.

"I don't know why you're all looking at me like that. In martial arts competitions, internal strength isn't the most important thing. If your skills are profound enough, it's not impossible to defeat someone from the bottom up." Shen Qingzhou noticed that everyone was looking at him, assuming he knew more information. But how could he know? He only knew the original version. He didn't understand this drastically modified martial arts world.

"That's true. That little man was able to fight against Master Ren and escape unscathed. It's only natural that his martial arts have improved over the years," Qu Yang said.

He was an elder of the Demonic Sect. Although he didn't participate much in the sect's affairs due to Dongfang Bubai's rise to power and his own relationship with Liu Zhengfeng, he still knew some things.

"Brother Liu, have you ever regretted it?" Shen Qingzhou looked at Liu Zhengfeng. Speaking of which, Liu Zhengfeng was the person he was closest to here.

"Brother Shen is joking. We are kindred spirits, how could I regret it? I only regret being betrayed and dragging down my family and friends. What's more, it has made Brother Shen a target of the Songshan Sect," Liu Zhengfeng said with a bitter smile.

“This matter has nothing to do with you. As someone I know, Zuo Lengchan is naturally wary of me. Even if I don’t take action this time, they will find a way to test me,” Shen Qingzhou said.

He really didn't care about this. Whether Liu Zhengfeng existed or not, unless Shen Qingzhou hadn't known Liu Zhengfeng in the first place, this would definitely have happened.

“If it weren’t for my involvement, this shouldn’t have happened. It has not only burdened my family but also brought shame to our sect. Senior brother, I’m sorry,” Liu Zhengfeng said.

Looking at him now, Mo Da thought that a person about to die wouldn't think of the bad things. It was as if he was thinking of the first time they met, that annoying little fat boy who was so ignorant. His first words were, "What are you eating? Why aren't you eating meat?" From the moment they met, it was clear that there was a difference between a rich boy and a poor boy.

Mo Da and Liu Zhengfeng were in sync. People in the martial arts world said that Liu Zhengfeng was stronger than Mo Da, but the two never quarreled over these things. They just had different ideas, and Liu Zhengfeng never thought about becoming a sect leader.

“You should go and tell your master about this. You are a disciple of the Liu family and will still be a disciple of Hengshan. Although your eldest son’s talent is weak, Junior Brother Dong Hao admires him greatly, especially for his fearless spirit, and plans to take him as his disciple,” Mo Da said.

"Liu Zhengfeng thanks his senior brother." Upon hearing this, Liu Zhengfeng immediately stood up and knelt to thank Mo Da, knowing that his last worry was gone.

He was always worried about what would happen to his family in the future, but Dong Hao taking his eldest son as a disciple meant that the Liu family had not been abandoned by Hengshan.

Mo Da would certainly not abandon it. If he really did not care, wouldn't he be ridiculed by the world? How could Hengshan ever hold its head high again?

However, protecting him is one thing, but taking him on as a disciple has another meaning. Liu Zhengfeng knew that Dong Hao was a huge fan, and without Dong Hao's approval, Dong Hao would definitely not have any intention of taking on a disciple.

"Enough, we're like brothers, there's no need for this," Mo Da said, seeing his expression.

"Grandpa Liu, I'll kowtow for you." Upon seeing this scene, Qu Feiyan immediately knelt down before Mo Da.

"Brother, I never expected to receive so much good news before I die. I can die in peace now," Liu Zhengfeng said.

"Okay, okay." Qu Yang was also happy, but when he saw Qu Feiyan, he frowned a little. No matter how clever and quirky Qu Feiyan was, she was still just a child. He still had someone to care about. Suddenly, he thought of something.

"Master Shen, I've heard you're the head镖师 (bodyguard/escort) of the Tianxia镖局 (escort agency). I have a shipment to make; I wonder if you'd be willing to take it?" Qu Yang asked.

"Yes, a security escort agency is open for business, so of course we'll accept orders, as long as they're not too much for the agency to handle."

When a security escort agency takes on a mission, it can't possibly transport weapons and equipment every time someone rebels. Although they are willing to do it in many situations, they don't openly accept such missions.

"That's good. I have a shipment to deliver to Green Bamboo Lane in Luoyang. I hope Chief Escort Shen will grant my request," Qu Yang said.

"Grandpa, I won't leave, you'll get better." "Shut up."

Qu Feiyan is very clever, or rather, by now, everyone wants to know what he's doing. Apart from Qu Feiyan, there's no one else who needs a bodyguard.

[Escort mission begins: Escort Qu Feiyan to Luoyang]

“Brother Shen, I am willing to offer half of my family fortune as payment for this trip,” Liu Zhengfeng said.

His words left everyone present speechless. They say that a son who sells his father's land doesn't feel the pain, but Liu Zhengfeng has done too much for Qu Yang.

Of course, Liu Zhengfeng wasn't stupid. Half of his family fortune might sound like a lot, but giving it to Shen Qingzhou meant he had secured a powerful backer. In the martial world, having such a powerful patron was very valuable. Since he was about to die, the Liu family was bound to decline.

His eldest son was honest but not very capable, his youngest son was clever but weak-willed, and his daughter would eventually marry out, and he was also working for the family. "Chief镖 (bodyguard) Shen, there's no need to worry too much. Although Fei Yan has a bit of a temper, she's not a bad child, and she's not a member of the Divine Cult," Qu Yang said, worried that Shen Qingzhou might have concerns.

"Brother Shen," Yilin also spoke up, but she didn't know what to say.

“Seniors, there’s no need to worry too much. If you trust me, I’m willing to escort Miss Qu to Luoyang,” Linghu Chong said generously.

"Then thank you very much, young friend." Qu Yang didn't mind; it's always good to have more people protecting you. However, she was looking at Shen Qingzhou. In the martial arts world, only martial arts skills are the passport. Linghu Chong is indeed a hero, but his martial arts skills are not comparable to Shen Qingzhou's.

"Brother Liu, I am not one to take advantage of others in distress. I will accept the escort fee as normal." Shen Qingzhou decided to accept the offer. Unless the danger was too great to avoid, he would definitely go for the reward.

As for Qu Feiyan's identity, few people know the details. Mo Da wouldn't say that Linghu Chong and Yilin had both received favors from Qu Feiyan, nor would he mention that Linghu Chong was going to deliver them.

"That's good," Qu Yang said, relieved. With Shen Qingzhou involved, things would definitely be different.

"In that case, my worries are over." Liu Zhengfeng and Qu Yang smiled at each other.

Suddenly, Mo Da threw something out and turned to leave. He knew what was going to happen next, and he didn't want to see that scene. As for the aftermath, someone would handle it, but it couldn't be the Hengshan Sect Leader; his identity was too sensitive.

Shen Qingzhou reached out and caught it. It was a medicine bottle with the three large characters "Jiyang Dan" on it. He had heard of this thing before; it was a life-saving pill from the Hengshan Sect. The area around Hengyang was dominated by the Hengshan Sect, so naturally he knew a lot about it.

This thing is very precious. The fact that Mo Da is willing to use it as an apology shows that it is indeed a great gift of repentance. Shen Qingzhou's calculations were all for nothing.

"Chief镖师 Shen, I have something else to say. My granddaughter is unruly, and I hope you will understand," Qu Yang suddenly said.

After watching Mo Da leave, Linghu Chong and Yi Lin also began to investigate Fei Bin. Qu Yang had something to say to Shen Qingzhou, but Linghu Chong, being a gentleman, did not want to eavesdrop.

However, they couldn't eavesdrop.

"I hope that Master Shen can move elsewhere. Brother Linghu is a righteous person, and I am afraid that he will lose his life if he fights against the Divine Sect," Qu Yang said.

Upon hearing this, Shen Qingzhou immediately raised his hand, grabbed Qu Feiyan by the neck, and followed Qu Yang and Liu Zhengfeng to another location. These two people could definitely be saved. They had persisted for so long despite their broken heart meridians, so their internal strength was quite remarkable. However, they were destined to die anyway, as their internal energy would be depleted.

On the other side at this moment.

Yilin exclaimed in surprise, "He... he's dead?" Fei Bin had long since passed away. Looking at him, she felt very complicated. He was a senior disciple of the Songshan Sect, but she also wanted to kill them.

Linghu Chong nodded and said, "Junior sister, let's bury his body quickly to prevent anyone from coming looking for him and causing further trouble."

The fact that Fei Bin was killed by Mr. Mo must not be revealed in the slightest, nor should the matter of Miss Qu be mentioned.

He lowered his voice and said, "If this matter gets out, Master Mo will naturally know that it was the two of us who told the news, and the trouble will be considerable."

Yilin said, "Yes. If Master asks, should I tell him or not?"

Linghu Chong said, "You can't tell anyone. If you do, it'll be terrible if Master Mo comes to fight your master with swords. Besides, there's also Hero Shen there. Do you want your master to fight Hero Shen?"

Yilin shuddered as she recalled the swordsmanship of Master Mo that she had just witnessed, as well as Shen Yujing's earlier attack, and quickly said, "I won't say anything."

Linghu Chong slowly bent down, picked up Fei Bin's longsword, and stabbed seventeen or eighteen holes in Fei Bin's corpse.

Yilin couldn't bear it and said, "Senior Brother Linghu, he's already dead, why still hate him so much and desecrate his body?"

Linghu Chong said, "Master Mo's sword blade is narrow and thin. An expert can tell who did it as soon as he sees Uncle Fei's wound."

I didn't desecrate his body; I just ripped every single wound off his body so badly that no one could find any clues.

Yilin sighed, thinking, "It's really rare to find so many scheming people in the martial arts world."

Seeing Linghu Chong throw down his sword, pick up stones, and toss them at Fei Bin's corpse, he hurriedly said, "Don't move, sit down and rest, I'll do it."

They picked up a stone and gently placed it on Fei Bin's body, as if the corpse still had consciousness, as if afraid of hurting him.

She picked up stones and covered Fei Bin's body. After resting for a while, Linghu Chong's wound pain lessened.

He took out the sheet music for "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer" from his pocket, opened it, and found the whole book full of strange and unfamiliar characters, not recognizing a single one.

His literacy was limited, and he didn't know that the scores for the seven-stringed zither were originally written in strange characters. He also said that the characters in the scores were ancient and difficult to understand. He had never read them before. He casually stuffed the booklet into his bosom, looked up, and let out a long sigh. He thought to himself, "Uncle Liu made friends and gave up his entire life for them. Although he befriended an elder of the Demonic Sect, the two of them were loyal and righteous. They are both worthy of admiration as true heroes."

"Uncle Liu is retiring from the martial arts world today, but somehow he's incurred the wrath of the Songshan Sect. It's truly strange."

Just as he was thinking this, he suddenly saw a few flashes of blue light in the northwest corner, with sword paths crisscrossing. At a glance, it looked very familiar, as if it was a master from his sect fighting someone with swords. He felt a chill in his heart and said, "Junior Sister, wait for me here for a moment. I'll be right back."

Yilin was busy building the stone tomb and didn't see the blue light. She thought he was going to relieve himself, so she nodded.

Linghu Chong, using a tree branch for support, walked a dozen steps, picked up Fei Bin's longsword, tucked it into his waistband, and headed towards the source of the blue light.

After walking for a while, they could faintly hear the sound of weapons clashing, as dense as a string of pearls, indicating a very intense battle. They wondered, "Could it be that Master is fighting someone? The fact that they've been fighting for so long means that the opponent is obviously a master as well."

He crouched low and slowly moved closer. He heard the sounds of clashing weapons not far away. He immediately hid behind a large tree and looked out. In the moonlight, he saw a scholar holding a long sword, standing upright. It was his master, Yue Buqun. A short Taoist priest was spinning around him rapidly, thrusting his long sword. With each circle, he thrust out more than ten times. It was Yu Canghai, the leader of the Qingcheng Sect.

(End of this chapter)