I Possess a Scroll of Demon-Subduing Records

These three slashes were her signature move; people used to call her Bao the Three-Slasher. Guan Buping quickly warned, "Be careful of her next two slashes; you absolutely cannot withstand them."

Bao Sanniang ignored Guan Buping's reminder. In this kind of confrontation where the elder bullies the younger, it is not unreasonable for the elder to remind her. She still unleashed her fierce slash, without using her true energy, but the sound of the blade cutting through the air could be heard.

As Lin Yi fought, he also became interested. He hadn't sparred with anyone of equal strength much before. Generally speaking, unless it was a crushing defeat, he would immediately flee after delivering a single blow. A duel like this, where he didn't have to consider life or death, was very helpful to him.

The knife emphasizes hardness, while the sword emphasizes softness. In a direct clash, the sword would be no match for the knife, but the sword has multiple uses and more variations.

After blocking the first strike, Lin Yige quickly followed the force of the blade and thrust his sword into Bao Sanniang's chest before she could unleash her second strike.

The knife was fierce, the sword was fast. If Bao Sanniang were to strike a second time, she would die, while at most she could only cut off one of Lin Yi's hands.

However, she did not hesitate for a moment, letting Lin Yi stab her, determined to strike him down.

Lin Yi quickly changed his move, striking the knife with his sword and using the force to stagger back a few steps. Bao Sanniang did not pursue him further, but instead sheathed her knife.

"You're quite clever to think of a way to counter my three strikes, but you had a chance to win, which you missed. My third strike will take your life. In a fight, being too cautious about your life will only lead to a more miserable defeat."

"Been taught a lesson."

Lin Yi cupped his hands in thanks.

"If you become my apprentice, I will impart all the knowledge I have acquired to you."

Bao Sanniang still coveted Lin Yi. He was so young, yet he possessed such strength. Although he still had flaws, he could still be considered a genius.

Guan Buping immediately retorted with displeasure, "Are you trying to steal my junior sister's disciple?"

"Your junior sister is stealing my man, so what if I'm stealing her disciple?"

"Nonsense! My junior sister and I are completely innocent!"

"Then you write to her all the time, but you never write to me!"

"We see each other often, why do we need to write letters!"

As Lin Yi listened to the two arguing, the fire of gossip burned brightly in his eyes.

Wow, I've stumbled upon some juicy gossip...

Chapter 115 Stop! Please stop fighting!

The argument between Guan Buping and Bao Sanniang escalated, from Guan Buping writing a letter to Qu Jing to Guan Buping not comforting Bao Sanniang when she was angry.

"If I were your junior sister, you definitely wouldn't abandon me!"

"My junior sister wouldn't be as unreasonable as you."

"You say I'm being unreasonable! Yes, how can I compare to your junior sister who is so wonderful?"

"you……"

Guan Buping coughed twice in anger, and Bao Sanniang immediately looked nervous. Just as she was about to go over and help him catch his breath, Qu Jing suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

Well done, Master, you appeared at just the right time.

"Senior brother, how are you?"

"I am fine."

Seeing Qu Jing's graceful figure and the gentle way Guan Buping spoke to her, Bao Sanniang felt a surge of jealousy and resentment. She was as if she had a heart ailment, with waves of chest pain.

She wanted to turn around and leave, but she couldn't bear to leave Guan Buping's injuries, so she could only stand there, expressionless and cold as ice.

Lin Yi watched this unfold and silently complained that Qu Jing's timing was perfect. If she had been any slower, Bao Sanniang would probably have had to swallow her pride and take care of Guan Buping.

Now that Qu Jing has come along, how could the strong-willed Bao San Niang possibly back down? The conflict is likely to escalate further.

"I have found some medicine to nourish your heart and blood and invigorate your qi and blood circulation. Take it first."

As Qu Jing spoke, she took out a porcelain bottle, poured out a pill, and was about to give it to Guan Buping. But Bao Sanniang couldn't bear to see another woman taking such good care of Guan Buping. Before Qu Jing could even make a move, she grabbed the pill.

Unexpectedly, Qu Jing was prepared. She casually put away the pill and then drew her sword at lightning speed, stabbing at Bao Sanniang. In an instant, the sword reached Bao Sanniang's throat, startling Guan Buping into wide-eyed stares.

Bao Sanniang reacted quickly, retreating swiftly and drawing her sword to parry Qu Jing's attack. Qu Jing's longsword, however, moved like a nimble snake, striking repeatedly and forcing Bao Sanniang to defend herself.

This is the difference between investing in attack speed and investing in attack power.

Bao Sanniang was repeatedly driven back by her long-standing rival in love, which fueled her anger. With a roar, flames danced on her broadsword.

This is her true fighting form: the Fiery Cloud Blade Technique.

Qu Jing was not to be outdone; frost also condensed on her demon-slaying sword.

Qu Jing belongs to the water element in the Five Elements theory, and the gathering of ice and frost indicates that she is also serious.

Guan Buping was dumbfounded. How did the fight suddenly turn out like this?

"Stop! Stop fighting!"

Lin Yi silently observed the scene, even considering casting a spell to bring them a downpour, just to fit the occasion. Unfortunately, he didn't know how.

As expected, neither Qu Jing nor Bao Sanniang stopped. They concentrated their true energy on their weapons, and another round of collisions ensued, clanging and clashing like a dance of ice and fire.

When the two fought, Bao Sanniang was at a disadvantage again.

It wasn't that she was inferior to Qu Jing, but rather that Qu Jing's swordsmanship was unrestrained and deadly; if she were to unleash it in a fight against Qu Jing, she might not be able to stop herself.

Qu Jing is different. Her sword is nimble and swift, stabbing quickly and accurately, and she can stop at any time.

In a battle between masters, this difference alone is enough for Qu Jing to dominate Bao Sanniang.

After fighting for dozens more rounds, Qu Jing deflected Bao Sanniang's knife with her sword, but unexpectedly kicked her in the chest.

Bao Sanniang hastily parried with her sword, but Qu Jing kicked the side of the sword, still sending Bao Sanniang staggering back five steps.

Enraged, Bao Sanniang was about to strike again, but Qu Jing sheathed her sword and said calmly, "You must be the Bao Sanniang my senior brother mentioned in his letter. You are indeed fiery-tempered, no less than a man."

Are you implying that I'm not feminine enough?

Bao Sanniang was furious but had nowhere to vent her anger. She wished she could fight Qu Jing for another three hundred rounds. However, Qu Jing stuffed the pills back into the porcelain bottle and threw it to Bao Sanniang, saying, "If that's how you think, there's nothing I can do. I'll leave my senior brother in your care. Lin Yi, let's go."

"okay."

Lin Yi had watched the show long enough, so he quickly followed.

Bao Sanniang stared at Qu Jing's retreating figure and said angrily, "Do you think I'll listen to you? I don't care about him."

As he spoke, he took out a pill from the bottle and flicked it at Guan Buping. Guan Buping had just opened his mouth when the pill went in with just the right amount of force. Before he could even taste it, he swallowed it in one gulp.

Seeing that Bao Sanniang had also left, he could only look up at the sky in silence.

Before long, the sky suddenly darkened and a wind began to pick up.

Autumn rarely brings sudden rain, giving people time to prepare; however, Guan Buping is unable to move...

"A sin!"

With the rain about to fall, Guan Buping could only sigh.

Suddenly, he heard the clattering of armor; it was Bao Sanniang.

Why are you back?

"I forgot to leave the medicine with me, so I've come to return it. I feel sorry for you, so I'll carry you inside."

As she spoke, she lifted Guan Buping up in her arms, but Guan Buping said, "You can carry the chair along with you. We'll have to come out again later."

Bao Sanniang clenched her fists silently. For a moment, she wished she could just smash this person to the ground and kill him.

But considering his serious injuries, she couldn't bear it and could only grit her teeth and say, "If you don't speak, no one will think you're mute."

"After all these years, you're still so fierce."

"Heh, isn't your junior sister fierce? You didn't see when her sword was just a hair's breadth away from my neck, did you?"

She felt wronged when she talked about it; she had been kicked out, and Guan Buping hadn't even offered her a word of comfort.

"She won't hurt you badly."

"You really trust her that much? If she really killed me, she might just grant your wish."

While complaining, Bao Sanniang placed Guan Buping on the bed and thoughtfully gave him a quilt to lean against.

Even the most rugged woman has her tender moments; even if she's sharp-tongued, she can't bring herself to be cruel to the one she loves.

"Of course I know what kind of person my junior sister is."

"You know her so well, but can't you understand me?"

Enraged, Bao Sanniang got up and was about to leave.

Guan Buping remained silent. Bao Sanniang waited for a while, but Guan Buping did not try to persuade her to stay. In a fit of anger, she kicked the door, sending it flying more than ten meters before crashing into the courtyard wall with a loud bang.

"Humph!"

Bao Sanniang stormed out of the door in a fit of rage, while Guan Buping sighed silently and closed his eyes.

Outside the city, Qu Jing led Lin Yi on a long journey, crossing rivers and streams, until they reached the island in the middle of the river where He Dong had once undergone his tribulation, at which point Qu Jing stopped.

Lin Yi was immediately confused and asked, "Why did Master bring me here?"

"This place is rarely visited by people, making it a good place to practice martial arts. I saw your battle with Bao Sanniang, and your swordsmanship is already proficient, but you don't understand footwork. I've come today to teach you the skills."

Qu Jing hadn't expected Lin Yi to be such a genius. His footwork was quite complex, and it's always best to avoid being a jack of all trades and master of none when learning new things. That's why she was thinking of delaying things for a while. Who would have thought that Lin Yi would be so amazing? It was truly unexpected.

"Were you there when I fought her, Master?"

"nature."

"No wonder you wanted to fight her."

Lin Yi muttered something under his breath, which Qu Jing overheard. She smiled calmly and said, "I sparred with her to demonstrate to you how to break a blade with a sword. My disciple doesn't need anyone else to teach her."

"Master is so good!"

Lin Yi seized the opportunity to shower her with compliments. And you know what? Qu Jing looks gentle, but she's quite assertive when it comes to getting things done.

"So, you pretended to feed her the medicine to lure her into making a move, but what if she didn't?"

“My senior brother told me about her personality. She is very jealous, has a bad temper, and is quick to anger. Moreover, judging from our conversation just now, she probably sees me as a thorn in her side. If she can tolerate my behavior, she wouldn’t be the Bao San Niang that my senior brother described in his letter.”

"Master's insight is sharp, and his plans are flawless. Amazing!"

"Sycophant."

Although Lin Yi was right, Qu Jing still jokingly scolded him to show her humility.