Why do you always want to be my Taoist partner?

"..." Jiang Li was speechless and asked, "What if you made me unhappy?"

"Have I ever made you unhappy?" Yue Ji asked calmly. Jiang Li thought about it carefully and it seemed to be the case.

Jiang Li's eyes moved to the sachet on the table. He picked it up. There were two butterflies embroidered on it. Jiang Li looked at it carefully and said, "It's embroidered quite well."

"It's not for you, don't touch it."

"I committed suicide."

"If you take it, you will have to wear it every day from now on."

"Good good."

"Really?"

"real."

Jiang Li hung the small sachet around his waist. Yue Ji reached out and held his face, pinching it. "Why are you so obedient today?"

"A man can bend and stretch."

"You've been so good today, I really want to reward you."

"You can wait until tomorrow when I have dealt with Qian Tingsheng, and then reward me handsomely."

"How do you want your sister to reward you, Jiang Xiaoli?"

"Then it depends on your sincerity."

"If I really take off all my clothes and stand in front of you, would you dare to hug me?"

"...I'm a coward." Jiang Li answered without hesitation. Yue Ji sneered and pinched his face again, "You took my sword and my sachet. Get out of here now."

"Okay, okay." Jiang Li leaned close to Yue Ji and kissed her on the face.

They both stood up. Jiang Li hugged Yue Ji gently, then let go of her hand contentedly and turned to leave Yue Ji's room.

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In the bamboo house.

Jiang Li was playing with the sachet in his hand. The one embroidered by Yue Ji was indeed quite good. Over the years, Jiang Li had received some with better embroidery, but he turned around and threw them into the river.

What a joke! How can you travel around the world with a sachet hanging on your body?

But at this moment, he finally hung the sachet on his body. There are always more solutions than problems. Tomorrow morning he will go to have a sword fight with Qian Tingsheng. When the fight is over, then... he will be able to see Mu Xuezhi again.

He was quite interested in this woman.

Jiang Li has heard a lot about Mu Xuezhi's deeds. She has practiced for thousands of years and is the founder of the Zhannian School of Xuantian Dao Ji Zong. She has water spiritual roots and practices the Bingling Jue. She once froze a thousand miles with one sword and slayed a dragon in the South China Sea. It is because of her existence that Xuantian Dao Ji Zong is still among the three major sects in Zhongzhou.

Her sword moves were also very interesting. In fact, Jiang Li had only imitated her sword moves casually when he first saw her that day. He hadn't used his own sword moves for a long, long time, except for the time he used them to kill the evil cultivator last time, he would not really use them on a normal day.

Because his current cultivation level has reached the limit of his soul, it is difficult for him to carry the power of his sword, and he would probably be exhausted after just one or two sword strikes.

Jiang Li was mainly interested in the woman's sword power. He felt a sense of desolation from Mu Xuezhi's sword power, which gave people an inexplicable feeling of emptiness. Jiang Li was curious about how this sword power was cultivated. If she was said to be a love-slayer, then didn't she have a biological daughter, Mu Bingning? Mu Bingning looked 70% similar to her, but he had never heard of who Mu Bingning's father was. This was also a taboo topic in Xuantian Dao Jizong.

As for another reason why I'm interested...

Mu Xuezhi is an extremely beautiful woman, cold and aloof. Jiang Li is a mean person. The more aloof and the more untouchable she is, the more he wants to pull her down to earth to see if she is really that cold and pure.

Moreover, she also has a Fiery Spirit Ginseng that can be used to cure Jiang Jin. We have to find a way to get it from her.

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evening.

A guest came to Jiang Li's bamboo building. Jiang Li was standing on the second floor. He saw Zhao Qingshan downstairs and hurried downstairs and asked, "Why are you here?"

"The Hidden Sword Peak has been very busy these days, haven't you noticed?"

"I've never been to the top of Hidden Sword Peak again, so of course I didn't notice it." Jiang Li scratched his head.

"Tomorrow is your battle with Qian Tingsheng. Qian Tingsheng represents the last dignity of the Hidden Sword Sect. Qian Buyun is a face-conscious person, so he will most likely give Qian Tingsheng some pills that can increase his combat power in a short period of time. Qian Tingsheng's cultivation is already in the middle stage of the Nascent Soul. With the help of pills, he will definitely be able to reach the late stage. Is your cultivation... really enough?"

"I dare to challenge him, so I am sure of that. You don't have to worry."

"Even if you are sure, you still have to be more careful." Zhao Qingshan took out a jade bracelet from his sleeve and handed it to Jiang Li.

"This is an earth-level spiritual treasure with a defensive formation engraved inside. If the opponent breaks your spiritual shield, you can use this bracelet to resist for a few moments, and then admit defeat, so that Qian Tingsheng won't take advantage of the situation and attack you again."

Jiang Li was about to refuse, but seeing Zhao Qingshan's serious expression, he finally accepted the bracelet. Zhao Qingshan looked at him and said, "Wear it."

"Okay, don't worry, I can definitely handle it." Jiang Li put the bracelet on his hand, and Zhao Qingshan nodded contentedly, "Then you should prepare well, I'll go back first."

Zhao Qingshan didn't give Jiang Li a chance to say anything else. He turned around and left Jiang Li's bamboo building. Jiang Li looked at his back, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

His way of caring is always so unique.

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In Yinjian Peak, Qian Tingsheng’s cave.

Qian Tingsheng is one year older than Jiang Li. He is twenty-one years old this year. He held a sword at the age of six and had mastered all the sword techniques of the Hidden Sword School at the age of ten. During his practice, he did not encounter any setbacks or obstacles and everything went very smoothly.

Over the years, many junior sisters have fallen in love with him, but that day when he was strolling in Yinjian Peak, he caught a glimpse of a charming woman. From then on, he was obsessed with her and could never forget her. After asking around, he learned that she was Yue Ji, the leader of Tianji Mountain. From then on, he began to pursue her madly. It was a pity that Yue Ji had always ignored him and was too lazy to even give him a perfunctory smile.

Some time ago, he learned that Yue Ji was particularly close to a junior brother from his Hidden Sword Sect, and his head suddenly began to hurt as if it was congested. He knew Jiang Li. Jiang Li was the second best in Hidden Sword Peak and had even fought with him in swordplay, but he lost to him after only ten moves.

That was all a few years ago.

Qian Tingsheng didn't understand why Yue Ji was so close to him. It was obvious that he was much better than the orphan brought back from the mountain in terms of cultivation, age, and family background. However, he heard from others that Yue Ji would smile even when she mentioned that person's name. This made him even more furious and he could hardly control his emotions.

Matters between sword cultivators should be resolved with swords, this is the principle that Qian Tingsheng has always adhered to. He thought that Jiang Li would retreat when faced with difficulties, and Yue Ji would also understand how profound his background is. But who would have thought that the people he sent would eventually run into a wall with Jiang Li. A few days ago, Jiang Li even provoked him at Hidden Sword Peak, and he had been debating with dozens of people without losing a single time.

He wanted to take action that day, but Qian Buwan sent him a message, not allowing him to fight. He endured it for a long time and felt a little resentful towards Qian Buwan in his heart.

"Dad, just watch the battle tomorrow. I will make Jiang Li beg for mercy and won't give him even the slightest chance to turn the tables!"

"How many times have I told you not to be so self-deprecating? I saw that kid's swordsmanship with my own eyes that day. He has already comprehended the sword intent, and even his swordsmanship is not bad at all. It's just that his cultivation is too low. But you must not take it lightly. Mu Ge's sword intent cannot compare to his. You must not be arrogant."

"I know what's going on." Although Qian Tingsheng agreed, his expression still showed some dissatisfaction.

Qian Buyun stood in front of him, his eyes deep, "His swordsmanship and sword intent are both extraordinary. If his cultivation level is higher, I'm afraid it's hard to say whether you will take the first place in the Hidden Sword Sect... Tomorrow's debate..."

Qian Bujun's voice suddenly became somewhat cold, "Use the Yinxu Sword tomorrow."

"Why would we need the Yinxu Sword?"

"You have barely gained the recognition of the Hidden Sword. Since you can use it, why not use it? I also asked Elder Qin to refine a step-up pill for you. When we discuss swords tomorrow, you must not make any mistakes!"

The arrogance on Qian Tingsheng's face had not diminished at all. Hearing these words made him even more annoyed, but he couldn't disobey Qian Bupin's wishes, so he nodded impatiently, "I know, I will eat it when the time comes if I need it."

He handed the pill that Qian Buyun had handed to his subordinate, and at this moment, Qian Buyun took out the Yinxu Sword that was placed in his sword orifice. This was the inherited spiritual sword of the Yinjian Sect, and only the inheritors of the Yinjian Sect could use it.

After explaining all these things, Qian Buyun's uneasiness in his heart gradually subsided, but he still felt a little uneasy inexplicably. He recalled the sword that Jiang Li struck against Mu Ge that day. He always felt that Jiang Li's expression was calm and indifferent, as if he did not have any joy of winning, as if he had known that this would be the result.

Qian Buyun gave a few more instructions in a stern voice, and Qian Tingsheng agreed to them all. Qian Buyun then left with peace of mind. Qian Tingsheng grasped the Yinxu sword and waved it a few times under the moonlight, his eyes becoming increasingly gloomy.

"Tomorrow you will know who is the real leader of Hidden Sword Peak."

He's had enough.

Chapter 81: Chapter I only strike with one sword

The next morning.

The time for the sword fight was set in the morning, so Jiang Li got up early for a rare occasion. He heard the sound of rain outside the window, opened the door, and saw drizzling rain outside and the air was filled with moisture.

Dabai meowed, and Jiang Li poked its head, "Do you want to watch me fight with swords?"

Dabai licked his paw lazily without saying a word, which meant he was too lazy to leave. Cats are always so lazy. Jiang Li had no choice but to change into a brand new white clothes, hold up a bamboo umbrella, and walk towards the top of Yinjian Peak.

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The top of Hidden Sword Peak.

The top of Hidden Sword Peak was particularly lively at this moment, with many disciples gathered there early in the morning. Disciples from the Hidden Sword Sect and the Yangjian Sect had all come, and the arena was full of people. Qian Tingsheng was sitting on a chair at this moment, dressed in black, with an ancient long sword on his back.

Qian Tingsheng usually has a good reputation in the Hidden Sword Sect. After all, he is the eldest senior brother of the Hidden Sword Peak, and he would not do anything annoying for no reason. Many disciples of the Hidden Sword Sect practice with him as their goal, although they all know that it is a distant thing to really catch up with him.

He has better resources, excellent talents, and the best master since he was born. Even if you practice swordsmanship harder, how can you compare to him? What you should never fear is a genius, but a genius who has better resources than you and works harder than you.

But Jiang Li was a dark horse that suddenly emerged. His performance in the past few sword duels was beyond everyone's expectations. He had no background at all, and he practiced all the way to this point. To be able to reach such a level was considered particularly difficult by many people.

Many people recognized that the sword he was carrying on his back was the Yinxu Sword.

The Yinxu Sword is the inherited sword of the Yinjian School, a mid-grade Heavenly Rank sword. If there were not a tiny defect on the blade, this sword should be a top-grade Heavenly Rank sword. To use this sword, one needs to obtain recognition from the sword spirit within the sword body. The fact that Qian Tingsheng can carry it on his back at this moment means that he has already obtained recognition.

He will be the next leader of the Hidden Sword Sect.

Many disciples looked at the sword with envy. A heavenly-grade spiritual sword could be said to be the lifelong goal of many cultivators. It would be such a delight if they could own such a sharp spiritual sword in this lifetime.

But it is extremely difficult to obtain such a sword by yourself.

Qian Tingsheng had been waiting here for two incense sticks of time. He did not hold an umbrella, and not a single drop of rain fell on him. His expression was very silent, with a natural sense of pride between his brows.

For him, today's sword fight was just like every previous one. After he drew his sword, he would find the opponent's weakness within ten moves. In fifty moves, no, maybe thirty moves, he would be able to win.

What made Qian Tingsheng's eyes stir was the woman in red dress walking down the mountain.

She prefers the color red, and always wears a red dress that is as fiery as fire, and just like a peony in full bloom. She is always the most dazzling and eye-catching one in the crowd. Her every frown and smile always touches people's hearts unconsciously, making people imagine her.

Yue Ji was dressed very delicately today. Her red palace skirt did not reveal much skin, but revealed a little bit of her collarbone and half of her ankle, which stunned many people.

Yue Ji's arrival made the group of disciples from Hidden Sword Peak even more lively, but that was not all. After a moment, Mu Bingning in an ice-blue dress and Bai Sheng in a white dress came slowly in the rain, holding a bamboo umbrella together.

Many disciples had expected that Yue Ji would come to watch today's debate. After all, after the debate that day, the scene of Yue Ji gently hugging Jiang Li made many people jealous. They also understood the appearance of Bai Sheng, after all, Bai Sheng had participated in the debate on behalf of Jiang Li that day. But no one had expected that Mu Bingning would also come.

Many people also knew about the grievances between Jiang Li and Mu Bingning four years ago, but why did Fairy Mu come here? Because of her good friend Bai Sheng? But logically speaking, wouldn't it be more awkward for her to come here and meet Jiang Li?

Mu Bingning and Bai Sheng hesitated for a moment, then they sat down in the same row as Yue Ji, but at a distance not too far from each other. Yue Ji and Mu Bingning looked at each other.

Yue Ji's eyes were smiling, while Mu Bing's eyes were cold.

Bai Sheng, who was caught in the middle, no longer felt embarrassed. He just kept looking down the mountain, waiting for Jiang Li to appear.

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Jiang Li was not late today and arrived as scheduled.

He came to the mountain holding an umbrella, and the crowd automatically made way for him. Jiang Li wanted to go talk to Yue Ji first, but when he saw Yue Ji, Bai Sheng, and Mu Bingning were all there, he simply pretended to be stupid, jumped straight onto the sword-fighting stage, put away the bamboo umbrella, and looked at Qian Tingsheng below the stage.

"I'm here." His expression was gentle.

Qian Tingsheng slowly stood up from the stage, then leaped up and came to the sword-fighting arena, standing not too far from Jiang Li. Qian Tingsheng's eyes stayed on him for several seconds and asked, "Are you ready for today's debate?"

"Do you need to prepare anything?" Jiang Li asked in confusion.

"Be prepared to be humiliated by my sword." Qian Tingsheng's voice was very slow. He slowly pulled out the Yinxu sword from behind him. The momentum seemed to be there, but Jiang Li opposite him couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"why are you laughing?"

"It's okay, I'm just smiling." Jiang Li tried hard to make his expression more serious.

In fact, after just a few times, Jiang Li found that he didn't really have any resentment towards Qian Tingsheng. The main reason was that no matter what he did, he looked like a clown, whether it was calling people to fight or the harsh words he just said, it was like a six-year-old child hitting you with his fist, shouting, "I must beat you to death today."

That's why he laughed.

Since the other party had already drawn his sword, Jiang Li was also ready to draw his sword. However, the moment this thought popped into his mind, he suddenly thought of a very fatal problem.

...Who gave him the sword?

Jiang Li glanced at Bai Sheng and Yue Ji in the audience, and suddenly a few drops of cold sweat appeared on his forehead.

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"Why don't you draw your sword?" Qian Tingsheng looked at him calmly, "Is it because you don't have a good sword?"

Jiang Li's expression was a little awkward. After a second or two, he said, "Since we are going to discuss swordplay, how about we... use the Black Iron Sword?"

When these words were spoken, the audience was slightly stunned.

Qian Tingsheng's eyes showed a little more disdain, "Are you scared?"

The Black Iron Sword is the most basic entry-level sword. With the protection of the spiritual energy shield and the strength of the body, even if the blade is sharpened, it will not hurt people much, and at most it will leave some bruises.

There was a burst of laughter from the audience.

Jiang Li looked at the disciples who were laughing below the stage, and suddenly felt inexplicably ironic. He couldn't understand why they were laughing. Was this thing funny?

So he ignored Qian Tingsheng and asked the audience, "Is it funny?"