A man stands before the heavens, his sword emerges from the Emei Mountains.

Chapter 92 People Coming and Going on the River, Minmin Temur

A lone boat on the river, appearing and disappearing amidst the wind and waves.

"An old nun and a brat, they ruined my good time. But their fight was really entertaining." The cursing voice coming from inside the light boat's cabin didn't seem to be very angry. Then, the tone changed, and a clear and melodious female voice, like pearls falling on a jade plate, said again: "Master Ku, are you sure these men in black are the same band of thieves who tried to assassinate my father at Qingcheng Mountain back then?"

A river breeze blew into the cabin of the light boat not far from Chen Yu and the others, and the oil lamp flickered and shot out a streak of light. In the instant the light was bright, it illuminated the faces of the three people inside.

In the center is a girl of similar age to Zhou Zhiruo, with a face as fair as jade and eyes as clear as water. Her young face possesses an indescribable charm and cuteness, and her eyes are as lively as Xiao Zhao's, with a touch of cunning.

The young woman, who claimed to be a princess, wore an exquisite white fur coat with trimmed edges and held a folding fan with a white jade frame. Her gaze pierced through the cabin, fixed on a large ship in the distance, illuminated by lanterns. Beside her stood a man and a woman; the man was a monk with disheveled hair. The woman was voluptuous and alluring, with a small white meteor hammer hanging from her waist. The two were none other than the Bitter Monk and Sayuna, whom Chen Yu had met at Mount Qingcheng.

When the girl asked, the ascetic monk quickly demonstrated the martial arts techniques and footwork of the bandit leader he had fought with, before nodding affirmatively.

"I really want to kill that boy and that nun," the princess said angrily.

"How about we summon Master Deer and Master Crane to kill this nun who's up to no good?" Sayuna asked.

The princess said, "I was already planning to take action against these evil people who trafficked children. I just wanted to follow the trail to their hideout and eradicate all related personnel and forces to prevent future troubles. It's true that the nun did bad things, but her goal was to save those children. Why go to such lengths?"

"The princess is kind-hearted," Sayuna flattered.

"But I'm still a little annoyed." The princess tapped her left palm with her right folding fan. "Master Ku is insightful. Since he said that this group of people were accomplices in the assassination of my father, but they also kidnapped children, they must not be members of the Demonic Sect."

"Doesn't the Demonic Sect also have Wei Yixiao, who eats human blood?"

"Don't interrupt me while I'm thinking."

Sayona immediately shut up.

The princess continued, "They are not members of the Demonic Sect, yet they attempted to assassinate my father. What is their background? Sayuna, after the old nun leaves, go to the large ship and ask the boatman where it is headed."

"clear."

A gentle breeze and light rain fell, and the cabin quieted down. The princess no longer worried about the ship and began reading. She lost track of time. Sayuna tiptoed out and leaped onto the riverbank. Only then did the girl look towards the dock. Chen Yu and Miejue had already left with dozens of girls.

Rain fell from the eaves, and the orange-red light of the lamp pushed aside the darkness, scattering across the courtyard.

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Several female disciples of "Jingyun Nunnery" delivered steaming ginger soup to the dozens of girls who had been rescued. Some of the well-mannered girls, who had come to their senses, thanked them, while others, who had not yet fully recovered from the nightmarish scene, looked blank and pitiful.

Xiao Zhao was also helping out; dressed as a beggar, her stunning beauty attracted frequent glances from the female disciples, including Jingxu.

The Jingyun Nunnery, located at the foot of Guishan Mountain, is simple in architecture but has a quiet environment. It is surrounded by pine and cypress trees, and has more than ten rooms enclosed by white walls and green tiles.

Currently, there are more than 30 disciples, half of whom are orphans with some martial arts talent who were recruited during Jingxu's free medical clinics and disaster relief efforts, and the other half are children from the city.

The Emei Sect now recruits outer disciples, but the requirements are not as strict as before. Those who are of good character, hardworking, and have a passion for martial arts can be admitted.

However, there were some variables. Following Chen Yu's plan, Jingxu added elimination tests.

In chaotic times, who wouldn't want to learn martial arts to protect their home and neighbors? In this way, the source of students and the success rate are guaranteed, and "Jingyun Nunnery" is thriving.

Extinction and Chen Yu directly brought dozens of girls to the nunnery. Jingxu ordered his disciples to brew ginger tea and inquire about the girls' families. If they were from Hanyang City or the surrounding area, he would arrange for his disciples to send them back after dawn. If they were from more distant cities or towns, he would discuss it with Master Ji.

Once inside the nunnery, Bu Hui learned from the conversation between Miejue, Jingxu, and Chen Yu about the Emei Sect that had rescued her. The once lively Bu Hui immediately quieted down, her mind replaying the many instructions her mother had given her.

The rain intensified, and the sky over Guishan was shrouded in darkness.

Miejue sat at the square table, with Chen Yu and Jingxu bowing their heads beside her.

Chen Yu succinctly recounted everything that happened, including his encounter with the two heroes Yu in Hanyang, his assistance to Wu Lie and his daughter, the fight at the Six Harmonies Pagoda in Qiantang, his feigned injury to lure the Five Poisons Sect, the appearance of Xia Jingzhe and the demon monk Yunze who escaped with serious injuries, the assistance from the Hengshan Sect, Tang Qianhuan's defection, and Elder Yuan's agreement for the two sects to join forces.

"I never imagined the Kongtong Sect would be so unreasonable," Jingxu said.

"Hmph." Miejue snorted coldly, "What kind of person was Senior Mu Lingzi of the Kongtong Sect? He subdued demons and monsters, and his reputation was so high that one could only look up to him. But in Tang Wenliang's generation, they have become more and more useless and have lost their integrity. Yu'er did well."

"What about the Qinghai faction?" Jingxu asked again.

Miejue thought of Wu Lie, whom Chen Yu had mentioned, and sighed, "So Wu Lie is actually a disciple of Master Guo, and he has a connection with my Emei Sect. After we wipe out the Five Poisons Sect, let's see if there's any movement from that demon Xie Xun in Qiantang. If there's nothing wrong, I can go with Yu'er to Zhu Wu Lianhuan Manor to visit Master Wu, and we can also visit the Dong Sect and Qinghai Sect along the way."

Chen Yu knew that one of the main purposes of the Extinction Clan was to find out about Yang Xiao and avenge Gu Hongzi.

"Disciple, prepare yourselves and accompany Master to Wuling Mountain." Jingxu volunteered for the battle.

Extinction shook her head: "Never mind, whether my disciple subdues the demon or not will not affect the overall situation. Those girls are pitiful. You and Master Ji should go together to send them home to reunite with their families as soon as possible."

"Yes, ma'am."

Miejue suddenly thought of Xiao Zhao, "Xiao Zhao is a well-behaved child, and I think she is also very intelligent. Since she is a beggar, we can take her back to Emei."

Chen Yu explained, "Back then, both Senior Sister Su and Senior Sister Bei inquired about learning martial arts at Emei. Xiao Zhao politely declined, saying she had a mother. Later, the senior sisters informed Jingyun Nunnery and Jizhuang, so she could seek refuge there in case of trouble."

"Xiao Zhao has never been here," Jingxu said.

Extinction admired her even more upon hearing this. "I have a very good impression of that child. Disciple, inform Jingyun Nunnery and Ji Zhuang. Yet she never sought this connection. Her pride is truly admirable. Yu'er, summon Xiao Zhao here."

"it is good."

Chen Yu smiled as she got up and left the hall, a very dramatic scene.

"Xiao Zhao".

"Brother Chen is looking for me." Xiao Zhao rose from the crowd like a butterfly and ran over lightly. "These girls are so pitiful. I asked around, and they're from Jingzhou and Yichang."

Chen Yu frowned, as if this was not an ordinary case of human trafficking.

We'll talk about it later.

"Um."

The two walked side by side into the hall. Xiao Zhao obediently stepped forward and bowed, "Greetings to the two nuns."

"Xiao Zhao, there's no need for formalities."

The rain had thoroughly washed Xiao Zhao's face clean. The bright lights made her skin appear crystal clear, especially her eyes, which were not only lively but also had a blue hue like the sea.

"What a beautiful girl, no less than Zhou Zhiruo." Miejue secretly praised her and said, "Let me ask you, would you be willing to come to Emei and become my disciple to learn martial arts?" Perhaps Miejue had now become accustomed to enjoying the joy of revitalizing the family with talented disciples like Chen Yu, Zhou Zhiruo, and Tang Zhihu, and her words were full of anticipation.

Xiao Zhao bowed deeply and said, "I am deeply grateful for your appreciation, Master. However, my mother has been away for a long time and I dare not make decisions on my own. Please understand, Master."

"So that's how it is. You know martial arts? Have you ever had a master?"

He learned some petty thievery, but never formally apprenticed.

Having learned from Chen Yu that Xiao Zhao and her mother depended on each other for survival, Miejue asked, "Where did your mother go?"

Xiao Zhao doesn't know the specifics.

Chen Yu praised Xiao Zhao for her intelligence, saying that every word she uttered was neither entirely truthful nor entirely false.

Extinction was not disappointed; on the contrary, she appreciated Xiao Zhao's sensible nature. "Very well, it's rare to see someone so filial. When your mother returns, go to Jingyun Nunnery and let her decide, how about that?"

"Thank you for your consideration, Master."

"Um.

""

"Xiao Zhao takes her leave."

"it is good."

After seeing Xiao Zhao off, Chen Yu stood under the eaves. Raindrops pattered against the green tiles, and his mind was in turmoil. Who were these men in black?

Rainwater fell from the eaves, filling the potholes, and turned into a torrent of muddy water in the alleyways of the dock, overflowing unchecked. Sayona silently soaked through the rain and mist and landed on the bow of the boat. She shook the rainwater off her raincoat and bent down to enter the cabin.

The princess closed the book and turned her head to look at it.

"Your Highness, I have inquired with the boatman and he says we are heading towards Haijin Town."

"Haijin, Master Ku, are there any evil gangs or heretical practitioners around here?"

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Master Ku waved his hand.

"Dadu is adjacent to Haijin, and this group is connected to the assassin who tried to kill my father at Qingcheng Mountain. Could it be that all the girls are being sent to Dadu? The perpetrator is my father's enemy in court. But what is their purpose?"

The few clues are scarce, but after being processed by a clever mind, the gaps are filled in, and it seems that we are not too far from the truth.

"Hire that large ship, gather men, and go to Haijin Town."

Sayuna was a little taken aback, but the monk's eyes held a look of admiration.

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