The Great Martial Arts World: Hot Topics and Great Heroes

"Huh?" Cheng Shifei looked at Chu Luren with a puzzled expression upon hearing this.

"Be careful!" Chu Luren quickly warned.

Dongfang Bubai's figure disappeared again, and when he reappeared, he was already in front of Cheng Shifei. Moreover, with just a swirling red figure, Cheng Shifei was sent flying backward!

Upon landing, it produced a sound like a golden bell falling to the ground—in the blink of an eye, Cheng Shifei used the "Indestructible Vajra Divine Skill" transformation.

Chu Luren even suspected that in such a short time, he shouldn't have had time to consider whether this was... an automatic transformation after breaking through the defenses?

"Huh?" Dongfang Bubai let out a soft exclamation.

"Hiss..." Cheng Shifei, dressed entirely in gold, ripped open his cool-looking armor and took a look.

On his golden chest, if you looked closely, you could see countless needle marks—though it was just from being lightly pricked by needles countless times, this was the first time Cheng Shifei's defenses had been breached.

"The Indestructible Vajra Divine Skill? So Gu Santong really did pass on his martial arts to a scoundrel." Dongfang Bubai recognized his martial arts.

"What exactly do you want?" Chu Luren blocked Dongfang Bubai's path, looking at her warily.

Dongfang Bubai smiled and said, "You weren't like this in bed just now."

Lianxing, Cheng Shifei: !!!

Lianxing stared at Chu Luren in shock, while Cheng Shifei... had already stood up and scolded the imperial guards who had surrounded him, saying, "What are you looking at? Take me to that casino from last time, I've wanted to take it down for ages!"

On one hand, Cheng Shifei felt that his relationship with Chu Luren was important, but on the other hand, he felt that if he stayed here and got involved in this kind of thing, even though they were on the verge of war now, what if they suddenly turned into a mixed doubles fight?

But the transformation will be over soon, so I can't waste it... I need to find some bad luck for someone!

Chu Luren's face darkened as he asked, "What... exactly do you want?"

"Well, you'll have to keep an eye on your little brother and see what you want... I just felt a little bad for you just now," Dongfang Bubai said, half-jokingly.

Chu Luren thought for a moment and tentatively said, "Shall we find another place to discuss this in detail?"

Chu Luren estimated that Dongfang Bubai's visit to him was neither out of genuine remorse nor out of a desire to provoke him, but rather to discuss something.

However, continuing to talk about it here would be too conspicuous, and Lianxing would easily clash with her.

"Should we avoid her ears? Then we'd better stay far away... Let your sister think about it. Hmm, then I'll wait for you at Plum Manor outside the city. I'll have someone prepare dinner. As a good younger brother, I can't be late." As Dongfang Bubai spoke, he disappeared from the spot like a phantom.

Plum Manor...

After Ren Woxing escaped from the Heavenly Prison and even caused the collapse of the eighth and ninth floors of the prison, Plum Manor, which served as the entrance to the eighth floor, lost its practical significance and was probably already half-abandoned.

Chu Luren understood that Dongfang Bubai's presence there was likely a reminder that she hadn't forgotten about him rescuing Ren Woxing...

"Don't go! This person's martial arts are extremely high. I'll find a way to contact my sister!" Lianxing said immediately.

"Are you sure your sister won't kill me first if she comes?" Chu Luren felt that this was really uncertain.

Especially when Dongfang Bubai spoke, he deliberately made it sound ambiguous. If Yaoyue thought it was "this kind of trouble," Lianxing might still have a breath left, but Chu Luren would most likely be dead.

The one or two out of ten chances of survival probably lie in... moving between the cult leader and the palace master, relying on one's abilities to "chase tigers and devour wolves."

Lianxing:......

"If she wanted to harm me, she wouldn't need to go to such lengths. I'll be right back." After thinking it over, Chu Luren decided to keep the appointment.

It was already nearing dusk, and dinner was not far off...

Chapter 548 Happy Event

When Chu Luren arrived at Plum Manor, it was already getting late, but the manor was brightly decorated and bustling with activity.

If the people of Lin'an who were unaware of the truth saw this, they would probably think it was haunted—the once quiet and dilapidated village had suddenly become lively?

However, Chu Luren was sweating bullets for Ren Yingying!

Ever since the incident at the imperial prison, this place has been in a state of disrepair, and even though it's near the capital, no one dares to buy it.

However, Chu Luren could now see clearly that from the people greeting guests at the outer gate to the busy maids and servants inside, they were all living, breathing people, and... at least they all had some martial arts skills.

In other words, Dongfang Bubai used the power of the Sun Moon Cult to gather its followers and transform Plum Manor in just a few days!

Ren Yingying originally thought that Dongfang Bubai had lost his former ambition. Although he was the leader, his word was only law on Blackwood Cliff, and his orders couldn't even leave Hebei...

All the affiliated sects, as well as the branches outside the main headquarters, especially the branches in the south, are under the control of this Holy Maiden.

Even the Chu Lu people believed this.

However, it now seems that Dongfang Bubai easily outmaneuvered Chu Luren at the Qunyu Courtyard in Lin'an, and was able to mobilize a large number of people in Lin'an without Ren Yingying's knowledge. I'm afraid...

Ren Yingying's prediction was significantly off!

As soon as Chu Luren arrived at the door, an old man dressed as a butler hurriedly came forward and said obsequiously, "Master, you're back?"

"Master? Wait...you are..." Chu Luren was first surprised by the address, then suddenly realized that the person looked familiar.

Chu Luren immediately realized: "Twin Dragons Beggar? You're actually here?"

That's right, this person is the only one who escaped from the gang of villains who harassed Dongfang Bubai in Hengshan and was "rescued" by Chu Luren – the Twin Dragons Evil Beggar Yan Sanxing!

Yan Sanxing stammered, "Master, this old servant is the one you and the mistress rescued from Hengshan! Have you forgotten?"

"Huh?" Chu Luren was annoyed by this fellow's pretense. Yan Sanxing suddenly knelt down and said, "Master, if you don't want this old servant, then this old servant... will only have to die here!"

Yan Sanxing was putting on some kind of monkey show here. He had already pulled out a poisonous snake from his sleeve, pried open its fangs, and held it to his throat, looking like he was ready to die.

However, the maids and servants who walked by, passed by, and were hanging lanterns were still all overjoyed, as if they were preparing for the New Year. Their faces were full of ceremonial smiles, and their hands never stopped working. It was as if they did not see that the steward was trying to commit suicide. Under the seemingly festive atmosphere, no one said even a word of idle chatter, which seemed a bit strange.

Faced with this clumsy role-playing, Chu Luren's expression became even more serious.

"Lead the way, I want to see...the Lady." Chu Luren said in a deep voice.

Chu Luren didn't care whether Yan Sanxing lived or died, but he wasn't planning to overturn the table right now.

Only then did Steward Yan get up with a sigh of relief and lead Chu Luren to the main hall—where Chu Luren had previously met Dan Qingsheng, Tu Biweng, and Hei Baizi.

However, the style here is completely different now.

Whether it was a affectation or genuine refinement, at least before, this place had bamboo chairs and potted plants, giving it a fresh and unconventional feel.

However, the pillars are now painted bright red and carved with dragons. A bright red carpet is laid out from the entrance. From the lampshades to the decorations, they are either carved with dragons and phoenixes or depict the clash of swords and the galloping of horses. The tables and chairs are also carved from mahogany. The overall style is grand and imposing, making the whole place look flamboyant and domineering!

The chair where Dongfang Bubai was lying resembled a dragon bed, and she was now half-reclining on it...

"What brings the Eastern Master to see me?" Chu Luren asked, half probing and half reminding.

This was the first time Chu Luren had publicly revealed his suspicions about Dongfang Bubai's identity, and it was also a way of reminding the other party that they had no connection whatsoever!

“No, you weren’t ‘this humble one’ before.” Dongfang Bubai first chuckled deliberately, indirectly acknowledging Chu Luren’s “guess.”

Chu Luren: ...

Chu Luren ignored the teasing and continued to look at her.

"Today is a joyous day for us, let's not dwell on other mundane matters," Dongfang Bubai said somewhat languidly.

Chu Luren: !!!

"What joyous occasion? Don't talk nonsense!" Chu Luren couldn't pretend he hadn't heard this.

Other things are one thing, but if Dongfang Bubai still wants to force a marriage, then Chu Luren... will have no choice but to fight to the death!

"Talking to yourself? Didn't you agree before that I would be your sister? So today is naturally the day for us siblings to become sworn brothers. What's wrong with that?" Dongfang Bubai said with a half-smile.

Chu Luren: ...

Indeed, when Dongfang Bubai called herself "elder sister" and invited Chu Luren to Plum Manor, Chu Luren did not object. So why was it taken as an acceptance?

but……

If it were merely a matter of becoming sworn siblings, Chu Luren felt there was no need for him to risk his life.

Seeing that Chu Luren acquiesced, all the windows around the room opened, and a figure flew in from each window. Then, they all flew out in a staggered fashion, leaving behind a "囍" character in each place.

“This is…” Chu Luren’s lips twitched.

Is this the proper procedure for forming a sworn brotherhood? This isn't my first time forming a sworn brotherhood with someone, don't try to fool me!

"When it comes to swearing brotherhood, there should be some ceremony, right?" Dongfang Bubai said with a smile.

"The leader is still..."

"What did you call me?" Dongfang Bubai continued to look at Chu Luren with a smile.

After a moment of hesitation, Chu Luren said, "Sect Leader... Sister, let's not be so extravagant. Let's keep things simple!"

Otherwise, I'd feel something's off!

"Alright, we can skip these formalities. As for our parents... I don't have any, and I've never heard of you having any, so let's just leave it at that... We siblings have already paid our respects to the Heavenly Mother and the Earthly Father, and that's considered the ceremony complete." Dongfang Bubai seemed very easy to talk to.

Chu Luren had a lot to say, but after holding back, he said, "Saving everything is fine!"

Dongfang Bubai glanced at Chu Luren, and for some reason, although her eyes were clearly full of mockery, Chu Luren instinctively felt that she seemed somewhat disappointed.

However, Chu Luren continued to look at her openly, and Dongfang Bubai then said, "Well, then we'll listen to our little brother... But we can't be stingy with our sibling bond... You let one of my biggest enemies go before, and I don't blame you for that. As long as you help me out, it's not too much to ask, is it?"

"Master... Sister's martial arts are unparalleled in the martial world, is there anything I can do to help?" Chu Luren asked, being both humble and somewhat reluctant.

"I wouldn't say I'm unparalleled in the martial arts world, but at least right now, I wouldn't dare go to Wudang Mountain. However... I do want Master Zhang's 'Pure Yang Limitless Skill' and another secret Wudang manual, 'Heavenly Silkworm Transformation.' Little brother, you have such a good relationship with Wudang, could you help me get them?" Dongfang Bubai said as if he were talking about a trivial matter.

Chapter 549 Meal

"You flatter me, Sister Leader," Chu Luren said with a stern face.

Go to Wudang and ask Master Zhang for the "Pure Yang Limitless Skill" and the "Heavenly Silkworm Skill," then I'll give them to you.

I really want one!

But even if they did give it to him, Chu Luren wouldn't dare hand it over to Dongfang Bubai without his permission.

otherwise……

You're not afraid of getting ripped off by your second brother, but I am!

Even if Second Brother can't pull it out, do you think Zhang Zhenren can't lift a knife?

"Don't worry, little brother, I've also written a martial arts manual that I think is passable, as well as the Sunflower Manual and the Japanese Mother Goddess Qi Gong. These can be exchanged." Dongfang Bubai said, tossing several booklets to Chu Luren.

As Chu Luren caught it, he also glanced at Dongfang Bubai with some surprise.

Dongfang Bubai said lazily, "Little brother, you can watch if you want, but be careful!"