"Oh...I see," upon hearing Hong Yi's words, the Qingtian Village members understood that Yang Xiying and the other two were not enemies.
Moreover, regardless of gender, they are good-looking and do not look like wolves or barbarians; they do not give off the impression of being bad people.
—Especially that short-haired man, he inexplicably gave people a sense of security.
"Thank you all for your help. Hongyi is on an urgent mission," the other villagers said, showing even more respect for Yang Xiying and her group.
"No need to thank me. Seeing that you were all injured, I'll heal you," Yang Xiying nodded, then changed the subject.
Then his entire body erupted with a powerful aura, and invisible waves spread outwards, engulfing the villagers before they even had a chance to react.
But this was not an attack, because the villagers' injuries were healing at a speed visible to the naked eye, and Yang Xiying used a healing technique she had learned from a medical book!
"This...!" The injured members of Qingtian Village were speechless with astonishment. Their injuries had actually healed just like that?!
"Who is it that has entered the stronghold this time?!"
At that moment, a strong and resonant voice rang out, immediately drawing everyone's attention.
It was at the entrance of the second line of defense of Qingtian Village, where a black-haired man dressed in a tight-fitting outfit and with a ponytail like Zhang Junbao appeared.
—His face is more dignified than Zhang Junbao's.
Besides them, there were other people there as well, including a middle-aged man who also exuded an air of authority, with a large knife hanging at his waist.
The other was a woman with a brown braided ponytail wearing a crop top, whose eyes also possessed a sharpness that rivaled any man's.
In addition, there were two other people: a somewhat frivolous black-haired youth dressed in a brown leather outfit, and a bearded man wielding a wooden stick.
"That aura was truly formidable; you could feel it from a great distance. Young man, we've met a master."
The bearded man was whispering to the black-haired, frivolous young man next to him, in a way that everyone could hear.
It was obvious that he and several other guys around him, who didn't look like ordinary people, were attracted by Yang Xiying's sudden outburst.
"..." The black-haired youth who was called "little brother" remained silent and did not respond. Instead, he seemed to be thinking about something as he looked at Yang Xiying and her group.
—As he pondered, a strange expression appeared on his face.
"Second Chieftain, these three are not enemies, but my saviors!" At this moment, Hong Yi looked at the black-haired man who appeared first.
This is Wang Zhe, the second leader of Qingtian Village. Just from his somewhat stern voice, you can tell that a conflict is about to break out.
Therefore, I have to stand up and explain.
"My savior...? Hmm? Hong Yi? You're back from the north?"
Wang Zhe was taken aback, then realized who had spoken, and immediately showed a surprised expression before jumping over.
—The second line of defense in the walled city was higher than the first.
“Yes, it was thanks to these three men beside me that we were able to escape from the Tartars’ pursuit,” Hong Yi nodded.
“Yes, Chieftain, this young hero just treated our injuries,” the other villagers who had received treatment also spoke up at this moment.
These three people are trustworthy.
"In that case, I'm making a fuss over nothing," Wang Zhe said, realizing that the person in front of him was not an enemy.
"I apologize, young heroes. Someone just broke in, and my brothers and I fought with him before we finally managed to stop them."
He then began to apologize.
"I was a little nervous for a short time, and I sensed an unusual aura and thought it was an enemy. Please forgive me."
"It's okay. I was prepared to be noticed when I made that noise," Yang Xiying shook her head.
"In any case, we have safely returned the brother who delivered the message to you."
"Thank you so much, young hero, for saving my brother's life. We will never forget your great kindness. May I ask your honorable names?"
"My name is Wang Zhe, and I am the second chief of Qingtian Village."
As he spoke, Wang Zhe began to introduce himself, because only in this way could he possibly find out the other party's background and then consider how to repay them based on their identity.
"Yang Xiying, a martial artist who travels the world with her companions," Yang Xiying replied directly, while Hakurei Reimu and Hong Meiling also introduced themselves at this moment.
"Hakurei Reimu, warrior."
"Hong Meiling, a martial artist."
"I see. In return, I'll give you some silver and food as travel expenses."
Wang Zhe responded in this way.
"Silver?! You're quite the expert, bro," Reimu Hakurei exclaimed excitedly, making Wang Zhe momentarily embarrassed.
"Because of some recent financial constraints, I may not be able to afford much, and I hope this young lady won't mind," he said.
“It’s okay, even a mosquito is still meat, I won’t mind,” Reimu Hakurei replied with a smile, while Wang Zhe was a little conflicted.
—After all, seeing the expectant look on their faces, giving them too little really wouldn't do.
“Um, Second Chieftain, if you’re short on funds, a token amount will suffice,” Yang Xiying said at this moment.
"Actually, we came to visit you because we have something to discuss with you, and we even need to consult with He Hongyuan, the head steward over there."
Wang Zhe and the middle-aged man with the knife on the other side were stunned. Both of them were curious about what this person had to say.
"Or perhaps those two young heroes over there shouldn't leave yet, Second Chieftain, how about we make room for a chat?"
What surprised them even more was that Yang Xiying also called out to two other people, namely the frivolous young man with black hair and the bearded man!
Because to Wang Zhe and He Hongyuan, they were the ones who broke into Qingtian Village, even though it turned out to be a misunderstanding.
Because those two were here looking for He Hongyuan's daughter, He Yuqing, who was the woman with the ponytail who was dressed very provocatively.
But what is this savior of Qingtian Village going to talk about with these two people?
"I wonder what Young Master Yang would like to discuss?" Wang Zhe asked the person opposite him, and Yang Xiying responded directly.
"Hetu and Luoshu".
"...!"
Upon hearing this, Wang Zhe, He Hongyuan, and the frivolous young man all showed different reactions. Wang Zhe was somewhat bewildered, while He Hongyuan became more wary.
—The frivolous young man showed a surprised expression.
"The Yellow River produced the Map, and the Luo River produced the Book. Sages followed them. Legend has it that these two ancient divine objects encompassed everything and spanned the past and present."
“Those who obtain it can gain all kinds of knowledge from it, so why do you want to talk to us about these things?” He Hongyuan spoke up at this moment.
"Since both Qingtian Village and He Hongyuan, the head of the cauldron, have a fragment of the Luoshu on them, I naturally have to have a chat with you."
Yang Xiying spoke quite directly, which surprised all three of them. The frivolous young man couldn't help but speak up.
"...Brother, are you serious? The fragments of the Heavenly Book are on Qingtian Village and He Daguotou?!"
"...Just who are you?"
He Hongyuan narrowed his eyes, his vigilance immediately heightened, because the other party had revealed a secret that had to be kept secret.
“As I just said, I am a martial artist, and as a martial artist, it is only natural for me to do chivalrous things,” Yang Xiying replied directly.
"Talking to you about the Hetu and Luoshu might save many lives, such as Li Yanxian, the chief of Qingtian Village, or He Daguotou's son."
——! ! !
Yang Xiying said something that shocked Wang Zhe and He Hongyuan, and this time even He Yuqing showed a surprised expression.
"You said... save my brother's life?" The son of He Daguotou that Yang Xiying was referring to was naturally her brother!
“Of course,” Yang Xiying replied with a smile, then looked at Wang Zhe, who seemed hesitant to speak, “So, Brother Wang, could you please make some space for us to talk again?”
"After all, this is the entrance to the village, and there are many people talking. Although I can guarantee that those who hear these things will not spread them."
“This person is an example,” Yang Xiying said, snapping her fingers. A crack appeared in space, and a head fell out from it.
It startled everyone, as it was a blood-stained dead man's head, but some people also showed expressions of astonishment.
"This...isn't this the demon imprisoned in the stronghold?!" The people of Qingtian Stronghold recognized the head.
"The bloodthirsty butcher Han Niba?!" He Hongyuan even uttered the name of the severed head; he was all too familiar with that face.
The infamous Bloodthirsty Butcher, a notorious villain in the martial arts world, is a vicious man who eats human flesh and drinks human blood!
—Has his head been cut off?!
"That's right, Han Niba is currently being held in custody by Qingtian Village, but he just escaped because of the intrusion of those two brothers over there."
"I asked my companions to bring him back, but it's better to let this man-eating beast die."
Yang Xiying responded directly, and then stomped on the head until it was smashed to pieces, since this dog ate people.
Even the youkai of Gensokyo wouldn't stoop to doing something like this. Well, at least none of the non-human species Yang Xiying has encountered so far have done it.
—Although quite a few lives were lost.
Moreover, in the game, he wanted to kill this beast named Han Niba, but "Heluo" often lets the villains get away.
So this man-eating beast lived until the very end.
"..." The field suddenly fell silent, after all, the opponent's kicking power was not small, and it was Han Niba.
He was a notorious villain in the martial arts world, and to be called a villain, he must have had considerable strength. Yet, he was killed by someone who just happened to be lying on the roadside.
“…I understand,” Wang Zhe took a deep breath. He knew it the moment Yang Xiying showed Han Niba’s head.
—The topic of the Hetu and Luoshu is something we have to talk about whether we want to or not.
"Young heroes, along with He Daguotou and two other young heroes, let's find a quiet place to talk."
The topic Yang Xiying wanted to discuss was too weighty, so they needed to find a quiet place. Therefore, Wang Zhe led the group to the main hall of the village.
The rest of the Qingtian Village members went about their own business and showed no intention of leaving the village, because he felt like he was being watched by something.
—It's as if leaving the village too far will lead to something like Han Niba's fate...
"Hey, what's this about you saying you can save my brother's life?"
Upon arriving at the main hall, He Yuqing was the first to speak, her face showing a hint of anxiety, after all, her brother had gone missing.
“Because I know where your brother is, and even your father knows,” Yang Xiying replied directly.
"Father, you know too?!" He Yuqing immediately showed a surprised expression, and everyone else's eyes also turned to He Hongyuan.
“…Sigh, I do know,” He Hongyuan understood that he had no choice but to say it now, “Your older brother has been kidnapped.”
"But that person is very powerful, and we need to plan carefully. And you, Ayu, are too reckless, which is why I didn't tell you these things."
PS: This is a two-in-one compilation of four thousand words.
NO.129+130 The He Family Caravan and Qingtian Village were targeted!
"..." Upon hearing He Hongyuan's words, He Yuqing fell silent, but finally asked the person opposite her, "Who is it?"
"...the Mountain Demon King."
He Hongyuan remained silent for a moment before giving his answer, leaving Yang Xiying and her group, as well as everyone except Wang Zhe, somewhat bewildered.
"Mountain Demon King, wow, that's quite an imposing name," the bearded man with the stick exclaimed in surprise.
—The Mountain Demon King sounds like some kind of monster.
"Is it actually the Mountain Demon King?" Wang Zhe frowned immediately, after all, such a legend circulated throughout Yan Kingdom.
Legend has it that people have witnessed monsters in Changbai Mountain, Yandang Mountain, and Taihang Mountain. These monsters are described as having the color of an old melon rind, with dim eyes, a huge mouth, sparse teeth that are three inches long, and a hissing sound that echoes through the valley when they move their throats.
What's most terrifying is that if anyone hears the howl of the mountain demon, someone will definitely disappear from the vicinity of that mountain the next day.
Some believe that mandrills are cannibalistic monsters, some believe they are an assassin organization, and others believe they are just fabricated rumors.
But for Wang Zhe, they were a real group, and their leader was naturally the Mountain Demon King.
"...Your Excellency, you just said you know where my child is. Where did you get this information?"
At this moment, He Hongyuan turned his attention to Yang Xiying. If possible, he really didn't want his daughter to know about this.
"I have my own intelligence network, but Chief He probably wants to know how much I know about the Mountain Demon King, right?"
Yang Xiying responded directly, then changed the subject, while He Hongyuan nodded in silence for a moment, wanting to confirm whether this person was bluffing.
After all, he had mentioned the Mountain Demon King first, and it would be meaningless if the other side echoed him.
"Heh, the Mountain Demon King, a member of the Ming Cult, is currently cooperating with a certain organization to find someone."
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