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Their power was far greater than imagined; they were practically local tyrants.
Their city lord possessed unfathomable martial arts skills and was extremely ruthless, resorting to any means to achieve his goals.
Over the years, he has been plotting to dominate the martial arts world, stirring up trouble and instigating numerous disputes and conflicts.
Countless sects and martial arts practitioners have suffered at his hands.
As for why they possess dragon energy, there's a lot more to it than meets the eye.
There's probably more to this than meets the eye; it might be related to some unknown secret, and perhaps even concealing a massive conspiracy capable of overturning the entire martial arts world.
At this point, Jiang Fang's expression became increasingly serious, and a hint of vigilance appeared in her eyes.
Yan Lingji leaned lazily to one side, gently waving a round fan in her hand, her figure graceful.
Like a beautiful flower blooming in the dark night.
At this moment, the corners of her mouth turned up slightly, revealing a charming smile, her eyes filled with trust and admiration for Wei Changxuan:
"What's there to be afraid of? With you here, young master, even if Qianlong City is powerful, we have nothing to fear."
Your wisdom and strategy are unparalleled, like Zhuge Liang reborn. You will surely lead us to overcome all difficulties.
No matter how many difficulties and dangers lie ahead, as long as we follow you, young master, we will surely overcome them.
As she spoke, she gently fanned herself with a round fan, and a breeze carrying a faint floral fragrance slowly drifted through the room.
Jingni remained silent throughout, standing quietly in the corner like a silent iceberg.
At this moment, she nodded slightly. Although she did not speak, her firm gaze fully expressed her agreement with Yan Lingji's words.
Then, the room fell silent.
Everyone was lost in their own thoughts, conserving their energy for the challenges that lay ahead tomorrow.
The candlelight still flickered, as if telling of the turmoil of the night and foreshadowing the impending storm.
Chapter 217 Plotting to Seize the Dragon's Qi!
The next morning, the soft sunlight had just begun to filter through the thin clouds and fall on the roof of the inn.
It gilds the whole world with a faint golden glow.
Outside the inn, a steady, rhythmic sound of footsteps broke the morning's tranquility.
The footsteps were neither hurried nor slow, each step seemingly treading on people's hearts, carrying an inexplicable sense of oppression.
Wei Changxuan was sitting inside the room, holding a book and studying it carefully.
His sharp ears instantly caught the subtle movement, his expression suddenly hardened, and a hint of vigilance flashed in his eyes.
He quickly put down the book in his hand, raised his hand to signal everyone to be alert, and his movements were swift and decisive, without the slightest hesitation.
Soon, a crisp knocking sound rang out in front of the tightly closed door.
Jiang Fang reacted extremely quickly; almost at the same time the sound rang out, her hand was already on the hilt of her sword.
The scabbard made a slight scraping sound as she moved.
She cautiously approached the door, peered through the crack for a moment, and then slowly opened it.
Chu Yuanzhen and Master Hengyuan stood side by side at the door.
Chu Yuanzhen wore a moon-white robe, the hem of which fluttered gently in the wind. A warm jade pendant hung at his waist, which made him look even more elegant.
He had a smile on his face, a smile as gentle as a spring breeze, making people feel exceptionally kind.
Master Hengyuan was dressed in a gray monk's robe, with a tall and upright figure and a kind face.
His eyes shone with wisdom and peace, and he exuded a calm aura that inspired respect in those who saw him.
"Young Master Wei, it's been a long time! How have you been?"
Chu Yuanzhen spoke first, his voice cheerful and filled with the joy of a long-awaited reunion.
The sound echoed clearly in the morning air.
Wei Changxuan was slightly taken aback, then his eyes lit up with surprise. He quickly stepped forward, his face full of genuine smiles:
"Brother Chu, Master Hengyuan, what a coincidence! Please come in!"
As he spoke, he warmly greeted the two of them.
After exchanging pleasantries, everyone took their seats as hosts and guests. The atmosphere in the room also warmed up with the arrival of these two distinguished guests.
It became lively.
Wei Changxuan asked with great curiosity:
"Brother Chu, Master Hengyuan, how did you two come to Yongzhou? You must have had a long and arduous journey."
Chu Yuanzhen's expression turned serious. He frowned slightly and said in a solemn tone:
"To be honest, we two heard that the martial arts tournament is being held here."
Furthermore, they vaguely sensed that it seemed to involve clues related to dragon energy.
The matter of dragon energy is of great importance, concerning the overall situation of the world. The slightest mistake could trigger chaos throughout the land.
We dared not be careless, so we traveled day and night to find out what was going on.
Master Hengyuan put his hands together in prayer and recited a Buddhist chant:
"Amitabha Buddha, Young Master Wei, we have come here hoping to rely on our own strength..."
To contribute my modest efforts to protect the dragon's energy.
The dragon's energy is the righteous energy of heaven and earth; if it falls into the hands of wicked people, the consequences will be unimaginable.
Wei Changxuan's heart stirred, and he felt his confidence increase.
His eyes gleamed with excitement as he said:
“That’s wonderful. With Brother Chu and Master Hengyuan’s help, we are like tigers with wings.”
To be frank with you both, we have already discovered several hosts who possess scattered dragon energy.
One of them was the seventh son of the Lord of Qianlong City, born out of wedlock.
However, the power of Qianlong City is immense, deeply entrenched in Yongzhou, and its city is teeming with experts.
They acted with extreme caution, and we have been unable to find a suitable opportunity to extract their dragon gas.
Chapter 218 Chu Yuanzhen Arrives!
Chu Yuanzhen frowned slightly, lost in thought. His mind was like a finely tuned machine, rapidly sorting out the power structure, behavior, and countermeasures of Qianlong City.
After a while, he slowly spoke, his voice low but steady and powerful: "Qianlong City is indeed a tough nut to crack."
Its city lord is ruthless and has roamed the martial world for many years, making numerous enemies. Yet, he remains unshaken thanks to his formidable strength and deeply entrenched connections, demonstrating his profound resources. However, there's always a solution to every problem; we can plan this carefully.
He paused briefly, looked out at the bustling street, and continued, "The Martial Arts Grand Tournament is in full swing right now, with forces from all sides gathering in Yongzhou, making the whole city a mixed bag."
This seemingly chaotic situation is actually our opportunity. We can cleverly utilize this chaos...
"By diverting the attention of Qianlong City and keeping them preoccupied with their own problems, we can then seize the opportunity to strike. This will greatly increase our chances of extracting the dragon's energy."
Master Hengyuan clasped his hands together and nodded gently in agreement: "What Benefactor Chu said is absolutely right."
Furthermore, I have heard that undercurrents are swirling within Yongzhou City, and that some unscrupulous forces are plotting and preparing to act.
These forces act covertly and their motives are unclear, but they may also be targeting the dragon's aura.
The power of dragon energy is too great; if it falls into the hands of someone with malicious intent, the world will surely descend into chaos.
Master Hengyuan's voice was calm yet tinged with worry, as if he had foreseen that dark future, his tone filled with concern for the common people.
Upon hearing this, Wei Changxuan's eyes instantly turned icy cold, like a sharp blade in the cold night, radiating a chilling aura.
"No matter who they are, if they dare to covet the dragon's aura and harm the world, we will not tolerate or condone them."
The dragon's aura concerns all living beings; we bear the heavy responsibility of protecting it and must not allow those villains to succeed.
His tone was firm and resolute, and his expression grew even more determined. The determination in his eyes seemed capable of crushing any difficulty.
At this moment, Lin Yu, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke up: "Young Master Wei, although I am new to the martial world, I am willing to do my part."
(bhei) I've heard that Qianlong City is ruthless. I have a friend who is skilled in mechanisms and hidden weapons; perhaps he can lend us a hand.
Lin Yu was a lithe and agile young man with a fierce, indomitable spirit in his eyes.
Upon hearing that Wei Changxuan and others were going to fight against Qianlong City, he took the initiative to join them, hoping to make a name for himself in the martial arts world.
After discussing the matter, everyone decided to head to Dajiaochang immediately.
The main venue of the martial arts tournament, Dajiaochang, was bustling with activity.
Stepping into Dajiaochang, the atmosphere inside was so intense it was almost boiling over, as if the air itself had been ignited.
The top 100 contestants have already begun their fierce ranking matches. They are all showing off their skills on the stage, with flashing swords and clashing fists and feet. Every move and every stance contains tremendous power.
The audience below the stage was also excited, with cheers and shouts of encouragement like surging waves, one after another, deafeningly loud, and the entire Dajiaochang seemed to have become an ocean of joy and passion.
Wei Changxuan and the others searched carefully in the crowd, their eyes as sharp as eagles, not missing a single corner.
They quickly located the seventh brother of Qianlong City.
The seventh brother, dressed in a black robe, stood tall and straight like a pine tree in a corner, completely out of place with the lively atmosphere around him.
His expression was cold and stern, his face devoid of any superfluous emotion, and his eyes revealed a hint of arrogance, as if he didn't care about anything in the world.
At this moment, he was quietly watching the game on the field, a hint of disdain occasionally flashing in his eyes.
It seemed as if they were waiting for something, or perhaps plotting something.
Chapter 219 Planning!
"Young master, look, the seventh brother is over there."
Mu Nanzhi whispered a reminder, her voice extremely low, as if afraid of attracting attention.
His eyes were wary as he kept a close eye on Lao Qi's every move, as if Lao Qi might launch an attack at any moment.
Wei Changxuan nodded slightly, his gaze sharp as he stared intently at Lao Qi, as if trying to see right through him.
At this moment, Chu Yuanzhen suddenly had a flash of inspiration, a glint of light in his eyes, and leaned close to Wei Changxuan, whispering his plan.
"Young Master Wei, how about we do it this way..."