Chapter 94

Zhuge Zhengwo smiled innocently, and from the look on Ling Xiao's face, he knew that the latter had intentionally leaked this information. It must be an extremely dangerous matter; otherwise, how could this kid possibly give up the credit so easily!

Zhuge Zhengwo was right. Whether it was Ye Gucheng's sword or the poison of the four greats of the Tang family, they could all cause significant harm to Ling Xiao. His philosophy was to do things according to his capabilities. Such a dangerous task should be left to the experts!

"Did you come just to say these things?" Wuqing seemed tired of the two of them beating around the bush.

Hearing this, the two exchanged a smile. "Of course not! Do you think this place is so attractive?" Ling Xiao crossed his arms, closed his eyes, and said no more.

Zhuge Zhengwo looked at Ling Xiao with amusement and nodded apologetically to Wuqing. Seeing this, Wuqing coldly snorted and wheeled his chair toward Tie Shou.

"She's already gone. What do you want to say?" Zhuge Zhengwo said.

Ling Xiao watched Wuqing take the water flask from Tie Shou and pouted. "Living with such an iceberg must be quite a challenge, right?"

"It's okay, you get used to it after a while!" Zhuge Zhengwo said nonchalantly.

"Hmm," Ling Xiao said with understanding. "Life is indeed more enjoyable when you learn to compromise!"

Zhuge Zhengwo looked at Ling Xiao with amusement. "That's a bit unconvincing coming from you. You haven't even had a child, so what right do you have to talk about life!"

"I'm a pure man! The ability to have children is something I lack. What? Do you want a grandson? Go ask her." Ling Xiao glanced at Wuqing.

Zhuge Zhengwo laughed. "I don't have that kind of luck! Just say what you want. Your rambling doesn't seem like an urgent matter!"

Ling Xiao smiled. "Indeed, it's not an urgent matter. I just have a few questions."

"What?"

"Who do you think will win between Ye Gucheng and Xi Men Chuixue?"

Zhuge Zhengwo was taken aback and laughed bitterly. "That's a tough one. I doubt anyone in the world knows."

"I know," Ling Xiao said triumphantly in his heart, maintaining a calm and composed expression. "That's a tough one. Let's change the question. Who do you think is stronger, Lu Xiaofeng or Ye Gucheng?"

"Why compare Lu Xiaofeng with Ye Gucheng? Wouldn't it be better to compare him with Xi Men Chuixue?" Zhuge Zhengwo asked, picking up on the key point.

"Same thing, if you insist," Ling Xiao said dismissively.

Zhuge Zhengwo chuckled and said seriously, "I was indeed fixated on the wrong thing. Ye Gucheng and Xi Men Chuixue are evenly matched. My answer is that Lu Xiaofeng will definitely lose!"

"Such a direct answer! Good thing Lu Xiaofeng isn't here. But why do you say that? What's your basis?"

Zhuge Zhengwo thought for a moment. "Actually, there's a consensus in the martial world that Lu Xiaofeng is one of the weakest among all the grandmasters!"

Ling Xiao was shocked and disbelief. "No way! This guy is doing so poorly!"

Zhuge Zhengwo laughed and explained, "Don't misunderstand. Lu Xiaofeng's realm is still quite high among grandmasters. But all his skills are focused on defense and escape, which is why he has that reputation. Of course, he is also one of the most difficult opponents to deal with."

"Then you think Lu Xiaofeng will definitely lose because he doesn't have any super powerful offensive techniques?"

"No, I say he will definitely lose because he is at least one level below the other two!" Zhuge Zhengwo shook his head and said solemnly.

"How so?"

"Xi Men Chuixue and Ye Gucheng have reached a point in swordsmanship where they feel lonely. They are almost invincible in their path."

Ling Xiao's face was serious. "You mean they are almost invincible in swordsmanship?"

"Exactly. Although there are still people in the world who are stronger than them, no one can help them advance further in swordsmanship. So their only way out is to test each other! The loser dies! The winner carries on with the opportunity to break through, living on for both of them!" Zhuge Zhengwo sighed.

Ling Xiao also sighed. "So one of them will definitely lose. What level have they reached? How far are they from the grandmaster's ultimate perfection?"

Zhuge Zhengwo looked at Ling Xiao with surprise. "You know about the grandmaster's ultimate perfection? Did Lu Xiaofeng tell you?"

"No, just a friend. Continue!"

Zhuge Zhengwo nodded. "The grandmaster's ultimate perfection is every martial artist's dream and the final destination of martial arts! Xi Men Chuixue and Ye Gucheng are both stuck at this level. If fortune favors them, this duel will produce a grandmaster who has achieved ultimate perfection in swordsmanship!"

Ling Xiao fell silent, closing his eyes and his mind raced. The Heavenly Flying Immortal he obtained from Ling Lingfa, the first encounter in the north, the meeting at the Eighth Prince's mansion, the nearly trial-like competition at the night market, and finally, the grudges between Ye Gucheng, the Ji family, and the royal family, all flowed through his mind like a gentle stream.

All the events were like scattered fragments flying through the air. Suddenly, a flash of lightning seemed to strike his mind, and the fragments suddenly converged, forming a complete truth before his eyes!

Zhuge Zhengwo did not disturb Ling Xiao's thoughts, looking at him with a mix of nostalgia and affection.

"Old friend, your son is not dead! He is alive and well, thriving! Although he has forgotten you, he is living happily and freely! Let the grudges of our generation fade away!" Zhuge Zhengwo's eyes welled up with tears, filled with deep emotions. Fortunately, Ling Xiao was immersed in his own thoughts and did not see the tenderness in those tears, or he might have run away in fear, saying, "Bro, I don't pick up soap!"

Suddenly, Ling Xiao's eyes opened wide, and he took a deep breath, his face showing a look of enlightenment, which piqued Zhuge Zhengwo's curiosity.

"What did you realize?"

Ling Xiao shook his head and smiled bitterly. "Things I should have thought of long ago."

Seeing his bitter expression, Zhuge Zhengwo, though curious, did not press further. Ling Xiao continued, "Now, let's talk about you. How do you compare to Ye Gucheng?"

Zhuge Zhengwo awkwardly stroked his beard. "Why always compare with Ye Gucheng? It sounds like I'm going to duel him!"

"This is an important question. Whether you answer is up to you," Ling Xiao said nonchalantly.

Zhuge Zhengwo laughed. "If it's up to me, why tell you! Besides, I don't practice swordsmanship, so there's no comparison!"

Ling Xiao nodded understandingly. "Got it! So you're not much better than Lu Xiaofeng! Hardship is not to be shared, I understand! Don't worry, I won't tell anyone."

He pulled up his robe and stood up, facing the slightly black-faced Zhuge Zhengwo. "Sir, your words have enlightened me! I have some trivial matters at the clinic, so I won't disturb you further. We'll meet again on the day of the duel!" With that, he started to leave.

Zhuge Zhengwo was still immersed in the profound meaning of "hardship is not to be shared" and almost subconsciously stood up to see him off.

"Ling Sir, why not stay a bit longer?" Tie Shou said warmly.

Ling Xiao laughed. "I have matters at home, so I won't disturb you further. Besides, some people might not welcome me!"

Tie Shou was taken aback and turned to look. He saw Wuqing staring at him with cold, piercing eyes. His heart skipped a beat, and he waved to Ling Xiao. "Goodbye!"

Wuqing's coldness also snapped Zhuge Zhengwo out of his daze. "Oh, take care! Come back often."

Wuqing glared at Zhuge Zhengwo, but the old man ignored it.

Ling Xiao's figure gradually disappeared at the end of the street. Wuqing turned back into the room. "It seems this duel involves a significant conspiracy!"

"Why do you say that?" Tie Shou asked.

Zhuge Zhengwo nodded solemnly. "Almost everyone knows that Lu Xiaofeng is currently in a bind over the duel, but Ling Xiao mentioned that he is investigating Wei Zhongxian! That means Wei Zhongxian is involved in Ye Gucheng's plot!"

Wuqing thought for a moment and said with a sigh. "We investigate inside and outside the palace every day but find no clues. How did he manage to investigate to this extent? Did Lu Xiaofeng tell him?"

Zhuge Zhengwo shook his head. "Lu Xiaofeng values personal involvement. If he had found out, he would have come to me himself. He wouldn't have asked Ling Xiao to casually mention the conspiracy to me. Besides, he has been hinting to me that I might have to face Ye Gucheng in the future! This is more like Ling Xiao's style!"

"Indeed! There are many things he seems to know in advance. He's a mysterious person!" Wuqing said to himself.

The two behind him were taken aback and exchanged a glance, looking at Wuqing's graceful back with a meaningful smile.

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