Seeing Yu Renhao's dejected appearance, Shi Potian recalled the long sword he had just taken from him.

Although this person lost miserably, he was still quite tough, landing without uttering a sound.

He stepped forward, sword in hand, and presented it to Yu Renhao, his tone sincere: "Young Master Yu, here's your sword back. I didn't mean to take it from you just now; I only did it on a whim when I saw you thrust at me... Hmm, your swordsmanship is quite good, but it's not fast enough."

These words were meant well, but to Yu Renhao they felt like needles pricking his ears.

Although his pressure points were sealed, his eyes remained fixed on the hilt of the sword that Shi Potian had handed him, and the muscles in his cheeks twitched slightly.

His move "Pine Waves in Fury" was considered quite proficient among the younger generation of the Qingcheng Sect, and his master had even praised it for its swiftness and ruthlessness.

To everyone's surprise, it was like child's play for this young man—not only was it easily dodged, but his sword was also casually taken away.

At this moment, the boy actually said, "I didn't mean to take the sword," and even said, "I wasn't fast enough." This was clearly sarcasm!

Yu Renhao felt a surge of nausea in his chest, almost vomiting blood.

He forced out a few words through gritted teeth, his voice strained: "No need."

Shi Potian was completely oblivious to the other person's emotions. Seeing that he didn't take it, he pushed it forward again and said earnestly, "You should take it. This sword is quite good. It would be a pity to lose it. I just tested it, and it's much sharper than the wood-chopping knife I used to use on the mountain."

His eyes were clear, without a trace of mockery.

But the more sincere you are, the more awkward it becomes.

Yu Renhao felt dizzy and thought he had never been so humiliated in his life—they took his sword, compared it to a wood-chopping knife, and even said "I tried it out" to his face.

This was tantamount to trampling his last shred of dignity into the mud.

Fang Renzhi, who was listening nearby, broke out in a sweat and quickly tried to smooth things over, saying, "Junior brother, put the sword away for now."

Yu Renhao was cursing inwardly. If he wanted me to take the job, he should have released my pressure points first!

You haven't all forgotten, have you?

Fang Renzhi then turned to Shi Potian and forced a smile, saying, "This young brother is truly... truly simple and straightforward."

Seeing that Yu Renhao still refused to accept the sword, Shi Potian thought for a moment and then gently placed the sword on the ground beside him.

She even thoughtfully turned the sword hilt toward his hand before stepping back two steps.

Fang Renzhi claimed to be there to return the gift. Lin Zhennan recalled the news he had just received—Master Yu of the Qingcheng Sect had accepted the gifts sent by the escort agency and had sent his disciples to return the gift.

I immediately believed it to a large extent.

But why didn't they return the gift through the main gate, instead choosing to climb over the wall to spy on the situation?

He said with disbelief, "So it's Young Master Fang and Young Master Yu. But why didn't you return the greeting through the main gate? Where has my Fuwei Escort Agency failed in its hospitality?"

Fang Renzhi remained expressionless and said, "I have a reply from my master to the chief镖头 (chief镖头 is a term used to describe a bodyguard or镖师), but this young man has acupunctured my pressure points, so I can't take it out right now."

His gaze fell on Shi Potian, a hint of inquiry flashing in his eyes, and he asked, "Is this young man your son? Such impressive martial arts skills. May I ask your name?"

"Such martial arts skills at such a young age! Has he mastered the Lin Family's Evil-Repelling Sword Technique, which is renowned throughout the martial arts world?"

Lin Zhennan said, "It is indeed my son. Ping'er, please release the pressure points for the two young heroes."

He avoided answering the question about martial arts.

After Shi Potian released the pressure points of the two men, Yu Renhao's pressure points loosened, and the first thing he did was grab the sword on the ground.

He clenched his fists tightly, his fingers turning white from the effort, but he kept his head down, refusing to make eye contact with anyone.

Fang Renzhi took out a reply from Yu Canghai, the leader of the Qingcheng Sect, from his pocket and handed it to Lin Zhennan with both hands.

After carefully examining them, Lin Zhennan finally believed their identities and said with a smile, "Master Yu is too kind. There is no need to send two young heroes to return the courtesy in person. I am unworthy of such a gift."

He then turned to Yu Renhao, cupped his hands and said, "Heroes and valiant men, the Four Heroes of Qingcheng, I have long admired your name, how fortunate I am to meet you."

Yu Renhao had been utterly despondent after his previous defeat to Shi Potian.

After the unintentional shock of returning the sword, he was utterly despondent.

Compared to Hou Renying and Hong Renxiong, who were also among the Four Heroes of Qingcheng, losing to Linghu Chong was even more unacceptable to him—Linghu Chong came from a prestigious and righteous sect and was already a leading figure among the younger generation of martial arts practitioners.

And this young head镖师 of the Fuwei Escort Agency, this bastard who appeared out of nowhere, made me feel like a chicken waiting to be slaughtered in front of him.

Even swords were compared to woodcutting knives.

This blow shattered his confidence.

Hearing Lin Zhennan mention the Four Beauties of Qingcheng and say that he had long admired their names, he found it extremely grating.

Having your neck grabbed, pressure points sealed, and thrown to the ground, even your sword taken away, and then being forced to "return" it like this—what kind of reputation do you have?

It's clearly an irony!

Yu Renhao said coldly, "Chief Escort Lin is quite the schemer. Senior Brother Fang, the gifts have been delivered, let's go."

After saying that, he turned and left without looking back.

If it weren't for fearing Shi Potian's skills, he probably would have jumped onto the roof and left.

Fang Renzhi wanted to find out more about the truth, but after seeing Yu Renhao leave, he glanced at Old Man Sa's back.

He had no choice but to turn around and follow.

Lin Zhennan urged them to stay, saying, "You two young heroes have come from afar, and I haven't even had the chance to show you the proper hospitality. If I leave without even having a cup of tea, wouldn't that make us a laughingstock among our fellow martial arts practitioners? Please stay."

Neither of them turned around.

Lin Zhennan left Shi Potian to entertain Old Man Sa and his grandson, and then quickly caught up to see them off.

Despite his earnest attempts to persuade him to stay, Yu Renhao acted as if he hadn't heard a word.

Upon arriving at the gate of the Fuwei Escort Agency, a servant brought them travel expenses as a gift.

Yu Renhao didn't even glance at him, and walked away with his head down.

Old Man Sa breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the two Qingcheng Sect members leave.

I thought to myself, thank goodness I left, otherwise it would have been terrible if I had been recognized.

He turned to Shi Potian and said, "Young镖头 is truly a hero among young men. I never expected that even Yu Renhao, who is known as one of the Four Heroes of Qingcheng, could not withstand a single move from Young镖头."

"This old man has been enlightened. I'm afraid it won't be long before the young镖头 (bodyguard/escort) becomes famous throughout the martial arts world."

The girl in green standing to the side scoffed, "What 'heroes and heroines' Qingcheng Four Heroes? They're nothing but the Four Beasts of Qingcheng."

Shi Potian asked curiously, "Are these Four Heroes of Qingcheng really that powerful? I think they're not even as good as you, Grandpa, and only slightly stronger than Miss Wan'er."

The girl in green angrily retorted, "You brat surnamed Lin, what did you say?!"

Old Man Sa quickly stopped her, saying, "Young Master Escort didn't mean it, don't be angry."

He then said to Shi Potian, "Young镖头 (Young镖头 is a镖师 is a person who is not aware of the law), the Qingcheng Sect is a famous sect in the martial arts world, and its leader, Abbot Yu, has unfathomable martial arts skills."

"The Four Heroes of Qingcheng are his four direct disciples, all of whom are young talents of the younger generation in the martial arts world."

"Even among the younger generation of the Five Mountains Sword Sect, there are few who can rival him."

"The young镖头's skill just now was truly divine. Yu Renhao's 'Pine Waves Like Fury' is already a famous killing move among the younger generation of the martial arts world."

"The Shadowless Phantom Kick is incredibly elusive, having defeated countless heroes of the martial world, yet it was like a chicken or a dog in front of the young镖头 (bodyguard/escort).

Shi Potian said "Oh" to indicate that he understood.

He then said, "Wouldn't that old man be even more powerful in the martial arts world? Your martial arts and swordsmanship are even a bit stronger than that Yu Renhao's."

"When you were eavesdropping on the roof of the training ground before, if it weren't for me, it would have been difficult for others to find out."

He stared at Old Man Sa and pressed, "Your martial arts must come from a prestigious sect, right? Are you disciples of the Five Mountains Sword Sect?"

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