Having studied for a hundred years, why do you call me the Martial Saint?

Even if Liu Mingyuan was slow to realize it, he was starting to understand.

Most of the guests here are not here for the books.

Look, several young men are fawning over the second sister, a few middle-aged men are discussing business in a corner, and a few others are looking around aimlessly, but when they meet the guards' eyes, they inexplicably lower their heads in embarrassment.

It's nonsensical and meaningless.

Only these two, though they have different viewpoints, are genuinely here for this book.

Today, Liu Mingyuan isn't just going to talk about this book; he's going to do something big!

Looking at those guests, even if I said I wanted to do something, they would probably just go through the motions.

These two are different, not to mention that Yan Xiaoshuang is a martial arts master. With her around, I will be more confident in what I want to do!

"My second sister always said that businessmen should prioritize profit!"

Liu Mingyuan took two steps, imitating the adults:

"I can lend you my books, but you have to do me a favor!"

"Boring. I'm too lazy to help a foolish young master. It's bound to be some boring stuff." Yan Xiaoshuang said with little interest.

Liu Mingyuan grew anxious: "Then I won't lend you the book!"

"Fine, I won't lend it!" Yan Xiaoshuang muttered, her eyes darting around. "Anyway, I have other ways."

"Brother Liu, don't mind this girl who's spoiling the mood. We're like brothers, aren't we? Tell me what you need, and I'll definitely help if I can!"

Gu Shuxian patted his chest, appearing very loyal.

He originally intended to take advantage of the situation and get something for free, but even though he failed, he wasn't angry.

It is only natural that one should be paid for one's work.

Since you have a request, it wouldn't hurt to lend a hand.

Liu Mingyuan was very moved and said:

"Brother Lü, you're truly a man of honor! Here's what happened: a few days ago, a case occurred in the city. A master swordsman killed two people in an alley and left bloody words at the scene—the very same words left by the Divine Halberd Hero in his first battle! You know him!"

"The killer is none other than the Divine Halberd Hero!"

"I want to find this person! I really want to meet him! He's such a chivalrous figure!"

Gu Shuxian's heart skipped a beat.

What? Didn't I do this?

Where am I supposed to find this for you?

Should I turn myself in?

Yan Xiaoshuang was initially uninterested, but her eyes suddenly lit up after hearing that someone had left a note after committing murder.

She clapped her hands and laughed, "Fun! Fun! You silly young master, you meant investigating a case? Well then, I'll give it a try! I'm in! I'm in!"

Upon hearing that Yan Xiaoshuang, a master, was going to join, Liu Mingyuan was overjoyed and magnanimously forgave her for calling him an idiot again.

"Okay, then we'll..."

"Wait, I disagree!"

Gu Shuxian said in a deep voice.

Why?

Liu Mingyuan wondered, "One of you two has to disagree with me?"

Gu Shuxian considered his words carefully, then coughed and explained:

"From what you've said, that person did kill someone, so he should be considered a criminal. We are law-abiding citizens, so it's best to avoid contact with such dangerous individuals."

"Lu Xiaobu." Yan Xiaoshuang deliberately emphasized the word "Xiao" in her tone, mocking him:

"Weren't you spouting all those chivalrous principles just now? How come you chickened out when a real hero was standing in front of you?"

"What hero or not? It's not even certain if that person is a good person!"

Gu Shuxian said coldly, trying to dampen their enthusiasm.

"Brother Lü, don't be afraid. In my opinion, that person must be a true hero. To be able to imitate the Divine Halberd Hero, he must have a lot of passion in his heart!" Liu Mingyuan comforted him.

"If you're scared, I can protect you!" Yan Xiaoshuang patted her chest, looking smug.

"You should know I'm a master who has reached the Meridian Opening stage. I can easily protect both of you with one hand!"

Gu Shuxian looked conflicted.

This isn't about whether someone is a pro or not.

The real question isn't whether this person can be found!

You didn't even notice it when it was right in front of you, so you'll definitely have wasted your time in the end!

But Gu Shuxian really wanted to see a sequel, so he hesitated.

Should we just come clean and admit that we are the Divine Halberd Hero?

"My Uncle Pei is the head constable of Wancheng, and he's investigating this case right now! We can go and find out more!"

Liu Mingyuan tried to boost his confidence.

Head constable?

Gu Shuxian's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly dismissed the thought that was stirring in his mind.

He asked calmly:

"Since your Uncle Pei is the head constable, why do you still want to see that person? Aren't you afraid that person will be arrested by your Uncle Pei?"

"Given my relationship with Uncle Pei, if that person is truly a chivalrous hero, I'll plead with Uncle Pei to release him!"

Liu Mingyuan spoke as if it were his own private office.

Gu Shuxian was helpless.

What a foolish son of a landlord! How could a constable let a murderer go just because of your words?

but……

Gu Shuxian thought about it again.

Why not give it a try first? If it doesn't work, we can always find another way. This book is certainly not something that only the eldest son of the Liu family has.

On the other hand, this sequel may not necessarily be a masterpiece, so there's no need to force it; just let things take their course.

"Alright then." Gu Shuxian sighed and nodded reluctantly.

Liu Mingyuan chuckled and rubbed his hands together, saying:

"Let's set off now!"

He was about to walk out when he suddenly stopped and glanced at the screen.

Liu Mingxuan was preoccupied with several people and couldn't pay attention to him.

"We have to sneak away before my second sister finds out," Liu Mingyuan whispered. "If she finds out, she definitely won't let me go!"

"Simple!"

Yan Xiaoshuang beckoned them to a corner, out of the guards' sight.

Then he reached out with both hands, grabbed the back of their collars, and leaped into the air.

After jumping a few times on the wall, the three landed steadily outside the Liu residence.

What amazing light-footed skills!

Gu Shuxian was amazed. Yan Xiaoshuang claimed to be a master of meridian opening, but Gu Shuxian knew that he, as a fellow master of meridian opening, could not do those leaps.

This is not just because he lacks the skill of light-footed kung fu.

The bigger reason might be that the five elements are different in the cultivation methods.

He suspected that Yan Xiaoshuang might be using the Xuan Yin Lightness Skill!

While helping Zhou Ji prepare medicine, he also did some research on martial arts knowledge.

Although the Five Elements Techniques encompass a wide variety of methods, each has its own strengths.

For example, in terms of lightness skills, Xuan Yin is the best, followed by Zi Xia and Chun Yang, while Jingang and Guiyuan are the worst!

Thinking of this, Gu Shuxian was a little excited. What he lacked now was a Xuan Yin internal skill. With this, he could practice the Sui Shan Jin!

Tsk, I must find an opportunity to ask this Yan Xiaoshuang a few questions these next few days, even if it's just to find out some information!

"How about that? Pretty impressive, huh?" Yan Xiaoshuang clapped her hands triumphantly.

"Amazing! Amazing!" Liu Mingyuan exclaimed excitedly, his face flushed. "Let's go to the police station to find Uncle Pei right now!"

……

Wancheng, Police Station.

Pei Shi'an sat on the veranda drinking tea. For the past few days, he had been investigating the Divine Halberd Hero, and even read through the biography of the Halberd-Shooting Hero, trying to intercept him in advance using the plot described in the book. However, despite his stakeout for several days, he still came up empty-handed.

It seems it was just an accident.

There shouldn't be any trouble. That alley is my godfather's secret warehouse for hiding weapons, so we can't go there often to avoid attracting attention.

"Perhaps, I can rest for a while." Pei Shi'an felt a long-lost sense of peace.

Just then, several figures burst in, and Liu Mingyuan excitedly shouted:

"Uncle Pei, quickly take us to the alley where the Divine Halberd Hero left a note after committing murder. We need to investigate!"

Pei Shi'an's teacup trembled slightly.