Master of Martial Arts, please enjoy a drunken revelry in the martial world.

After seeing Yang Guo off, Gu Qianbei returned to Qianchou Si in the capital.

With the Izumo mission's affairs concluded, the capital city returned to peace once again.

But beneath the calm surface, undercurrents were constantly swirling.

For example, Guihai Yidao.

"Senpai, I feel like Isto has been acting a bit strange lately."

Amidst a thousand sorrows, Haitang lay in Gu Qianbei's arms, her brows slightly furrowed, as she spoke of recent events.

"What's wrong, Brother Guihai?"

Gu Qianbei stroked Haitang's hair as he asked with a smile.

Haitang sat up straight and looked at Gu Qianbei.

"A few days ago, Yidao went to visit his aunt, and he became quite depressed after returning."

I felt like he had something on his mind.

But when I asked him directly, he said it was nothing.

That's just how he is; he keeps everything to himself and doesn't want to tell others.

Upon hearing this, Gu Qianbei's mind raced.

Could it be that the story is about cultivating to dominate the world?

This kind of demonic martial art is quite interesting; it's worth studying.

Guihai Yidao gained no benefit from cultivating the Hegemony of the World; in the end, he even lost an arm. It would have been better if he hadn't cultivated at all.

Speaking of Guihai Yidao's story, Gu Qianbei also felt it was truly outrageous.

In his view, the biggest problem in Guihai Yidao's revenge lies with his mother, Lu Huanong.

Even though she knew her son had gone to seek revenge on Guihai Bailian's sworn brothers, she still wouldn't reveal the truth, letting those three die trying to protect her.

That's absolutely outrageous.

What was clearly a family matter ended up making Guihai Yidao a public enemy of the martial arts world.

Having a mother like that is truly a terrible thing.

"Qianbei, what are you thinking about?"

Seeing that Gu Qianbei remained silent, Haitang couldn't help but ask.

"I just suddenly realized that the surname Guihai is quite rare. The last person with this surname to become famous throughout the world was a swordsman named Guihai Bailian."

I wonder what the relationship is between Brother Guihai and this person?

After thinking about it, Gu Qianbei decided to resolve the matter.

Since he had already stolen Guihai Yidao's wife, helping him escape his predicament was a form of compensation.

Moreover, Haitang and Guihai Yidao have a brother-sister-like relationship, and if something really happens to Guihai Yidao, Haitang will be sad.

Because of this, Gu Qianbei felt that she should also help.

"Guihai Bailian is Yidao's father."

Haitang answered truthfully.

"I see. So, Brother Guihai's mother is the heroine Lu Huanong?"

Gu Qianbei suddenly realized.

"good."

Haitang nodded.

"That's really..."

Gu Qianbei shook his head, feigning sorrow, halfway through his sentence.

"What's wrong?"

Haitang was puzzled.

"Haitang, has Brother Guihai always wanted to avenge Guihai Bailian?"

"Yes. Guihai Bailian was killed when Yidao was very young."

Auntie was heartbroken and had no heart to take care of Yidao, so she entrusted him to her godfather so that he could raise Yidao properly.

"It was through sheer tenacity that Yi Dao achieved his current martial arts skills."

As Haitang spoke, she couldn't help but recall the scene when she first met Guihai Yidao.

Back then, Guihai Yidao was incredibly cold and murderous, much like he is now.

However, now that they've spent more time together, Guihai Yidao has occasionally shown a bit of tenderness.

This is one of the advantages of the two of them growing up together.

"Brother Guihai's life is indeed legendary. Haitang, could you please ask Brother Guihai to come over here for me?"

Tell him, "I know the truth about Gui Hai Bai Lian's death back then."

"What? You know how Guihai Bailian died?"

"I've been investigating using the Dragon Guard Manor's intelligence system for years without any results. How did you find out?"

Haitang exclaimed in shock.

"I just happen to know that. Some things, if you don't find the right clue, will end up with roughly the same result for your whole life."

Fortunately, I know where this connection lies.

However, the truth might not be so easy for him to accept.

What is the truth?

Haitang asked curiously.

"Let's talk about it together once you've invited Brother Guihai."

"Okay, you wait here, I'll go call Yidao over."

Haitang immediately left Qianchousi and went to find Guihai Yidao.

It might be difficult for others to find Guihai Yidao, but it would be very easy for Haitang to find him.

Because Guihai Yidao never avoids Haitang.

In a bamboo grove on the outskirts of the city, a gentle breeze rustles the bamboo leaves.

Guihai Yidao stood in the bamboo forest, holding a knife in his right hand, his eyes closed.

Suddenly, a bamboo leaf flew past him, and he abruptly opened his eyes.

Those eyes were filled with murderous intent.

There is an even more terrifying sword intent!

"drink!"

Guihai roared angrily and then slashed out with his sword.

That thin bamboo leaf was actually sliced ​​in half in two pieces of the same size by this one cut.

If an outsider doesn't look closely, they might think that both of them are intact bamboo leaves.

The massive blade energy was released, instantly slicing through most of the surrounding bamboo forest!

"No, it's still not strong enough. This supreme sword technique is so difficult to master."

I must continue my arduous practice!

Only by mastering this sword technique can I gain the power of revenge!

Guihai Yidao murmured to himself, his eyes filled with a thirst for power.

"who!"

Suddenly, Guihai Yidao noticed someone approaching and immediately turned to look.

The person who came into view was someone he knew very well.

She was a woman of great spirit and vigor.

"Begonia!"

Upon seeing Haitang, Guihai Yidao's murderous intent vanished completely, replaced by a gentle smile.

"Yidao, your cultivation has improved again. You've broken through to the Grandmaster level."

Haitang saw the exaggerated knife marks all around and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

"I only gained a little something. What brings you here?"

Guihai Yidao asked in confusion.

"Yidao, I told Qianbei about your situation, and he said he knows who killed Senior Guihai Bailian."

He said he's willing to tell you the truth, do you want to go and ask him?

When Haitang told him the truth, Guihai Yidao's expression changed drastically.

"What? Gu Qianbei knows who killed my father? Really?"

"Qianbei never lies, so it must be true."

"Come on! Take me to him!"

Guihai Yidao was extremely excited and only wanted to see Gu Qianbei immediately.

Over the years, he has been investigating the truth, and even asked Zhang Jinjiu, the world's number one detective, for help.

But until now, there is still no definite news.

Now that Gu Qianbei actually claims to know the truth, how could Gui Haiyidao not be excited?

The two then returned to Qianchou Si and met Gu Qianbei.

Gu Qianbei sat in the main hall, picked up the wine pot, and was pouring wine.

Upon seeing the two arrive, he slightly raised his head and smiled faintly.

"You're here? Have a seat. Would you like a drink?"

Guihai Yidao was in no mood for drinking at this moment; he only wanted to know the truth.

"Do you know who killed my father?"

Gui Haiyi's tone was full of urgency.

This is normal.

The truth that one has sought all one's life is now right before one's eyes; no one can help but be anxious.

"I know. But this truth might be hard for you to accept."

Gu Qianbei said slowly.

"If the truth is true, I can accept it. Tell me, what really happened back then? Who killed my father?"

Guihai Yidao exclaimed excitedly.

Before answering your question, I'd like to ask you one. Have you begun cultivating the Demon Blade to Dominate the World?

Guihai Yidao hesitated for a moment, then said in a low voice, "Not bad."

"Now that you have cultivated the Hegemony of the World, things are much easier to explain."

You should have sensed it by now, right? The "Dominating the World" sword technique is very evil; it carries a demonic quality.

The deeper one cultivates, the stronger one's demonic nature becomes.

At this moment, can you already feel this bewitching power?

Gu Qianbei continued.

"So what if it has a demonic nature? I believe I can control that demonic nature."

Just like when I practiced the Heartless Slash, I successfully mastered this sword technique that strikes fear into the hearts of everyone in the martial world.

Guihai Yidao said coldly.

Gu Qianbei shook his head.

"They're different. The Heartless Slash is heartless, it's about sealing off one's seven emotions and six desires, but the Overlord of the World is different; it's a kind of demon."

Once a person is possessed by a demon, it is very difficult to break free using only their own strength.

"I didn't come here to listen to what you're saying! I came here to know the truth!"

Guihai Yidao exclaimed excitedly.

"One-Cut, calm down."

Seeing this, Haitang quickly tried to persuade her.

Guihai Yidao took a deep breath, suppressing the agitation in his heart.

Do you even know the truth?

Gu Qianbei glanced at Guihai Yidao and spoke again: "Back then, Guihai Bailian, like you, cultivated the Hegemony of the World."

His swordsmanship is more advanced than yours, so he cultivates faster and better, and becomes more deeply entrenched in demonic possession.

Before long, a sorcerer wielding a knife appeared in the martial arts world, killing many masters from various sects.

No one else knew who this sorcerer was, but some people did.

Your father has three sworn brothers: Qilinzi of the Qilin Sect, Master Liaokong of Shaolin, and Jian Jingfeng, who has now joined the Number One Manor in the World.

Upon learning of Guihai Bailian's situation, the three of them arranged to meet him at an inn, hoping to persuade him to give up his ambition to dominate the world, expel his demonic nature, and return to his original form.

Unfortunately, Guihai Bailian was already deeply entrenched in demonic possession at that time and was unwilling to give up.

Thus, the persuasion failed, and Guihai Bailian drew his sword.

Xiong Ba Tian Xia truly lived up to his reputation as the world's number one sword technique; even with the combined strength of the three, they could hardly withstand it.

Just as you were about to die under the Hundred-Refined Blade of Guihai, a dagger pierced your father's back and struck his vital point.

Guihai Bailian died on the spot.

Gu Qianbei's words were not complicated; he simply recounted the story from back then.

Guihai Yidao was stunned upon hearing this.

His own father was killed by his former brothers because he had become possessed by a demon.

Haitang was equally shocked. She continued, "Who stabbed me?"

"You all know this person. That's Lu Huanong."

Gu Qianbei calmly uttered a name that made both of them turn pale.

"What?!"

Haitang exclaimed in surprise, and Guihai Yidao's pupils contracted.

"Impossible! How could my mother kill my father!"

Guihai Yidao swung his right hand out with incredible force, taking two steps back as he tried to accept the truth.

"Your family became nuns not only because your father died, but also because she killed your father with her own hands."

Although she did it for the sake of the martial arts world and to prevent your father from being controlled by evil and turning into a murderous maniac, she ultimately killed the person she loved most.

So for all these years, she has been trapped in the bloodshed of that day, unable to break free, and can only recite scriptures to alleviate her guilt.

Because she killed your father, she couldn't face you and had no choice but to hand you over to the Iron-Blooded Marquis to raise.

If your mother hadn't disposed of your father's body, you should have been able to see the dagger still stuck in his back.

That dagger looks familiar.

Because that was a dagger your father made for your mother.

It's made of the same material as the precious sword in your hand.

Upon hearing this, Guihai Yidao looked at the treasured sword in his hand.

That was a treasured sword personally crafted by Guihai Bailian, who once became famous throughout the martial arts world because of it.

After he died, the precious sword was passed down to Guihai Yidao, who held it in his hands for more than ten years.

"No, that's impossible... How could my mother kill my father? Even if my father went mad, he wouldn't harm my mother!"

Absolutely not!

Begonia!

Guihai Yidao turned to look at Haitang, who was too shocked to speak, and asked, "Is Jian Jingfeng at the Number One Manor in the World?"

I want to see him!

I want to get the truth from him!

"this……"

Haitang looked at Gu Qianbei.

"Take him to see Jian Jingfeng. This matter will have to be resolved sooner or later."

They all knew the truth, but kept it from Guihai alone. Although it was for Guihai's own good, it was extremely unfair to him.

Gu Qianbei said slowly.

"Okay. I understand. Yidao, come with me."

Haitang left Qianchousi with Guihai Yidao and went directly to find Jian Jingfeng.

This place was not far from the residence arranged for Jian Jingfeng by the Number One Manor Under Heaven, so they soon met Jian Jingfeng.

"Master, what brings you here? And who is this gentleman?"

Jian Jingfeng greeted Haitang with a smile, then looked at Guihai Yidao and frowned.

He sensed a familiar aura emanating from Guihai Yidao.

It carries the scent of an old friend, and also the scent of a demonic blade.

This gave him a bad feeling.

"My name is Guihai Yidao, and I am the son of Guihai Bailian!"

Guihai Yidao revealed his identity directly.

"What? You're Brother Guihai's son? You've grown up so much already?"

Haha! That's great!

If Brother Guihai could know this in the afterlife, he would surely be overjoyed.

Jian Jingfeng was overjoyed upon hearing this, his face beaming with undisguised satisfaction.

"I'm here only to ask you one question. Was it my mother who killed my father back then?"

Guihai Yidao questioned.

When he asked that question, there was a hint of expectation in his eyes.

He was expecting Jian Jingfeng to give a negative answer.

Because the truth was just too cruel for him.

But Jian Jingfeng's expression changed upon hearing this, and his first reaction was: "How did you know?"

Guihai Yidao was struck dumb as if by lightning.

It's actually true!

Jian Jingfeng seemed to realize his answer was inappropriate and immediately said, "I mean, who's talking nonsense? Brother Guihai and his wife are so loving, how could his wife possibly kill him?"

"Senior Sword, did Guihai Bailian really suffer a qi deviation from cultivating the Hegemony of the World back then, to the point that he even wanted to kill you, his sworn brothers?"

The moment Gu Qianbei said it, Haitang knew it must be true.

She asked this question on behalf of Guihai Yidao.

"Master, you too..."

Seeing that Haitang had asked this question, Jian Jingfeng knew that the truth could no longer be hidden.