Starting with a blind date with a female constable, you acquire the Nine Swords of Dugu.

The Poison Immortal led Gu Guanqi out the door. The two, one tall and one short, walked side by side on the long street, attracting the attention of many passersby.

The Zhenshan Escort Agency is located in the east of Qingyang City, not too far from Gu Guanqi's new residence; it takes about half an hour to walk there.

The security agency's facade was quite imposing, with vermilion gates flanked by stone lions on either side. Above the gate hung a plaque with four large, powerful, and vigorous characters that read "Zhenshan Security Agency." Two young bodyguards stood at the entrance, single swords at their waists, looking very spirited.

The Poison Immortal walked forward with his hands behind his back, swaggering forward.

The two bodyguards, seeing that the newcomer was a dwarf old man, were about to ask him a question when they suddenly recognized his face and quickly clasped their hands in a salute: "Senior Poison Master!"

The Poison Immortal was extremely famous in Qingyang County, and he had been active in Qingyang City for a long time. He was also very recognizable, and there were very few people in the martial arts world in Qingyang City who did not know him.

"Hmm." The Poison Immortal nodded slightly, maintaining his air of authority. "Is your chief镖师 (chief镖师) here?"

"Reporting to Senior Poison, the chief镖头 (head镖师, a term referring to a powerful bodyguard or镖师) went out the day before yesterday and has not yet returned. However, the young lady is here," a镖师 replied respectfully.

The Poison Immortal frowned and said, "Alright then, call her over. I have something to say to her."

"Alright, Elder Poison, and this young hero, please come in. We'll go and inform them right away." The bodyguard turned and ran inside quickly.

The Poison Immortal nodded and led Gu Guanqi into the escort agency.

The interior of the escort agency was quite impressive, with a large training ground in the front courtyard paved with blue bricks and various weapons such as swords, spears, and halberds displayed on both sides. Several young escorts were practicing in the training ground.

After passing through the front yard, the bodyguard led the two to a living room, served them tea, and then withdrew.

The living room was simply and elegantly furnished, with several calligraphy and paintings hanging on the walls and a bronze tripod on the long table, from which sandalwood incense was burning. A row of armchairs with dark blue cushions were placed by the window.

Gu Guanqi had just taken a sip of tea when he heard light footsteps outside the door.

The footsteps were neither hurried nor slow, yet they carried a crisp and clean rhythm.

Gu Guanqi looked over and saw a woman stride in.

The woman was about twenty years old, tall and slender, dressed in a black outfit, with a long spear slung across her back. The spear was entirely black, with a bright, gleaming spearhead that shone with a chilling light in the sunlight.

The woman had delicate features, but her skin was slightly rough, probably due to years of travel. However, this did not detract from her beauty; rather, it gave her a unique charm. Her long, black hair was tied up high and swayed gently with her steps.

As soon as the woman entered, she clasped her hands in greeting and said, "Junior Fang Cunxin greets Senior Poison Master." She then bowed to Gu Guanqi and said, "Greetings to this young hero."

The Poison Immortal looked you over and said, "Wow, you've grown so much! It's been seven or eight years since I last saw you. You're a grown woman now!"

Fang Cunxin smiled slightly and asked, "May I ask what brings you here today, Senior?"

The Poison Immortal pointed at Gu Guanqi and said, "Let me introduce you first. This is the renowned Gu Guanqi, the second-best martial artist in Qingyang County. You should have heard of him, right?"

Fang Cunxin's pupils contracted, and she stood up abruptly, staring at Gu Guanqi in shock.

Gu Guanqi was dressed in a moon-white long robe today, with the Autumn Water Sword hanging at his waist. He had a handsome face and gentle eyes. He sat there quietly, like a green bamboo growing in a secluded valley.

Gu Guanqi felt a little uncomfortable under Fang Cunxin's gaze, so he coughed lightly and cupped his hands in greeting, "Miss Fang!"

Fang Cunxin regained her composure, took a deep breath, and cupped her hands in apology, saying, "I apologize, Master Gu. I was surprised to find you here. Please forgive my rudeness!"

Gu Guanqi smiled slightly and said, "Miss Fang, you're too kind."

Fang Cunxin slowly sat down, then couldn't help but steal a glance at Gu Guanqi before asking the Poison Immortal, "May I ask what brings Senior Poison and Hero Gu here today?"

The Poison Immortal glanced thoughtfully at Fang Cunxin, then calmly sat down in his chair, pointed at Gu Guanqi, and said, "I'm taking this kid on a blind date, and I'm planning to talk to your father about it first..."

"what!"

Fang Cunxin was greatly alarmed, and his heart suddenly skipped a beat.

"Could it be a blind date?"

She quickly said, "Senior Poison, my father isn't here..."

The Poison Immortal waved his hand and said, "Your father isn't here, so it's the same for you to be here."

Fang Cunxin's breathing quickened, her heart pounding with excitement: "Is it really a blind date with me? Can I really go on a blind date with Gu Guanqi?"

Her heart was in her throat. She looked at Gu Guanqi with a mixture of nervousness and anticipation. Her gaze lingered on Gu Guanqi's face for a moment before shifting away, and her ears felt slightly hot.

"Does Master Gu...do you have any requirements for blind dates?"

Gu Guanqi was slightly taken aback, not expecting her to ask this, but still politely replied, "There aren't any special requirements, as long as we get along..."

Just then, a familiar electronic mechanical voice rang in Gu Guanqi's mind—

[Player has started the matchmaking event]

[Detected a blind date candidate – Fang Cunxin]

[Rating - Two Stars]

[Blind Date Reward: Max Level "Azure Sea Tide Melody"]

The matchmaking event has begun. Players are encouraged to complete it. Rewards will be distributed after the event concludes.

Gu Guanqi was taken aback.

A blind date? A fleeting thought?

He glanced at Fang Cunxin subconsciously, and suddenly realized that Fang Cunxin had probably misunderstood.

However, he couldn't point it out directly on the spot, as it would be quite awkward, so he thought of subtly reminding Fang Cunxin.

However, the system's rewards are quite good.

The "Azure Sea Tide Melody," like the "Flick of the Finger Skill," is a signature technique of Huang Yaoshi, the Eastern Heretic of Peach Blossom Island. Played on the xiao (a type of vertical bamboo flute), it uses sound to attack the mind, rhythm to disrupt the spirit, and qi to injure. Simulating the ever-changing tides, it subtly incorporates the Five Elements and Eight Trigrams, possessing both artistic beauty and deadly power. By infusing the sound of the xiao into internal energy, it can disturb the mind and disrupt the opponent's internal energy, making it an extremely sophisticated method of sonic attack.

……

at this time,

Gu Guanqi regained his composure and looked at Fang Cunxin again, unable to suppress a smile. He felt that this girl might be a little dim-witted.

However, Fang Cunxin hadn't realized the problem and asked again, "How old is Master Gu this year?"

"twenty."

Who else is in the family?

"I have no other relatives left; I live alone."

Fang Cunxin secretly made a mental note of it, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously curled up slightly. Just as she was about to ask again,

The Poison Immortal jumped onto the chair and squatted down, waving his hand and saying, "Alright, alright, Cunxin, stop asking so many questions. Your uncle can ask them himself later."

"Uncle?"

Fang Cunxin was slightly taken aback.

With a mocking smile, the Poison Immortal said, "Your uncle Yan Sihai asked me to find a suitable young man for his daughter Yan Caiwei. Gu Guanqi is just right. However, I don't have time to take him to the Nanshan Sect, so I came to your escort agency to arrange for a guide to take him there. I also wanted to speak with your father and have him write a letter to your uncle. It's fine if he's not here, just arrange a guide for him as soon as possible!"

Upon hearing this, Fang Cunxin's cheeks flushed, and she felt quite embarrassed.

It felt like a bucket of cold water had been poured over my heart, leaving me filled with disappointment.

"Is...is that so?" Fang Cunxin said, "My cousin Caiwei is beautiful and intelligent, well-educated and reasonable. She's an excellent girl. Master Gu will definitely like her when he sees her, and arranging a guide for her will be no problem..."

At this time,

The system notification sounded in Gu Guanqi's mind again:

[Blind date event concluded]

[Reward: Max level "Azure Sea Tide Melody" has been issued]

Do you want to claim the reward?

……

Gu Guanqi silently recited "Receive" in his mind.

In an instant, a profound and mysterious musical essence surged into his mind. The exquisite details of the Azure Sea Tide Melody—how to integrate internal energy into the sound of the flute, how to disturb the mind with music, and how to disrupt one's internal energy with sound waves—spread across his mind like a tide, and were deeply engraved into the depths of his soul like a brand.

In the blink of an eye, he had perfected this sonic attack technique.

……

at this time,

As Fang Cunxin spoke, she couldn't help but steal a glance at Gu Guanqi, a surge of resentment rising in her heart. She gritted her teeth slightly and said, "Director, there's no need for special arrangements. I happen to be delivering a shipment to Lishan County tomorrow, passing through Zhenwu County. If you don't mind, Master Gu, you can come with me, how about it?"

Just then, the system's voice rang in Gu Guanqi's mind again—

[An invitation from a potential blind date has been detected; advanced blind date activity can be started]

[Enable?]

Gu Guanqi silently recited "Activate" in his mind.

A system voice came through:

[Blind Date Partner - Fang Cunxin]

[Rating - Two Stars]

[Blind Date Reward: Max Level "Purple Cloud Divine Skill"]

The Advanced Dating Event has begun. Players are encouraged to complete it diligently. Rewards will be distributed after the event concludes.

Gu Guanqi was overjoyed.

The Purple Cloud Divine Skill is the treasure of the Huashan Sect, hailed as the "Number One of the Nine Skills of Huashan," a peerless internal skill. When first unleashed, this skill is faint and ethereal, as gentle as clouds, yet it accumulates immense power and eventually becomes overwhelming and unstoppable.

If he were to obtain this skill, his internal strength would reach a new level, and the quality of the Purple Cloud Divine Skill would far surpass his current Embracing Yuan Strength.

……

Gu Guanqi regained his composure, looked at Fang Cunxin, nodded, and said, "Alright, then I'll come to see Miss Fang tomorrow. Um, how much will the commission fee be?"

Fang Cunxin's face lit up with joy, and she waved her hand, saying, "It's just a small matter, why talk about money? Hero Gu, just come early tomorrow, and we'll set off at 9:00 AM."

"good!"

The Poison Immortal's gaze darted back and forth between Gu Guanqi and Fang Cunxin, a smug smile secretly creeping across his face.

……

After agreeing to travel together tomorrow,

Gu Guanqi and the Poison Immortal then left the Zhenshan Escort Agency.

However, Gu Guanqi did not go straight home, but instead went to the street and bought a jade flute.

Now that I've obtained the max-level Azure Sea Tide Melody, it would be fitting to carry a jade flute with me.