Chapter 59

Rising Sun Association (2)

"Dan Jingzhen!"

On the way out of Pingyin County, he heard the name of the girl.

Dan Jingzhen had been struck by a point-pressing technique and was firmly held by the back of her neck. She was a commoner. Anyone would be worried about the aftereffects.

Zheng Lianxin was inwardly concerned, but it wasn't necessary. After she was released, she appeared calm.

Even when she saw the carnage created by Ma Guangyi, she revealed a strong resolve.

"Isn't the dried bean curd skin in spring delicious?"

She kept being friendly to Zheng Lianxin, who was around her age, and offered him the dried bean curd skin. He only took a bite and then left Pingyin County.

They probably wouldn't meet again. He thought she would live well with such qualities and mental strength.

"Among the blue, we are the best choice for a husband."

Was she trying to repeat what happened at the Yitian Sword Family?

Qingming smiled and spoke, but there was no one to respond this time.

Back then, he and Huan Yuan Chang exchanged words. Now, it was different.

Whoosh!

They started running as soon as they left Pingyin County. The three blue experts' lightness of body scattered the wind.

The destination was determined the moment they received the message. Zheng Lianxin was different from the senior blue experts with deep internal power.

To travel long distances, they needed to get fine horses from the relay stations.

Qingming and Bai Miyue also mentioned that they preferred to use the relay stations to conserve their internal power.

A sudden sandstorm spread on the imperial road. The dust cloud spreading behind them spoke of their urgency.

Zheng Lianxin kicked off the ground and asked.

"Are the white ones strong enough to withstand this? Even a medium-sized sect wouldn't be a problem, right? Unless it's one of the Nine Great Sects or Eight Major Families. The battle with the Blood Flame Sect they mentioned earlier must have been significant..."

The faster their lightness of body, the stronger the gale. He had to infuse his voice with internal energy.

Qingming's reply, mixed with the unique hum of his internal power, came.

"They didn't use their full strength. Since the captives were taken alive, it's obvious."

Zheng Lianxin sighed briefly.

Qingming's words immediately came to mind. It was when he mentioned the solo mission and the sword family.

He understood the impact of disrupting the minds of experts.

"Because of the aftermath of my sound power..."

"It's because the white ones' martial arts are shallow. If they're not stronger than the enemy, they have to entrust their safety to others. That's the world of martial arts."

Qingming's words were cold. Bai Miyue, who usually had an indifferent face, spoke from beside him.

"Regardless, the blue must handle this. We need to split up at the relay station. The main force doesn't have the time. Eliminating one of the Eight Major Families is no small feat. We have to do it."

"They went down to Nanzhili, right? The blood fiends."

"There are many possible routes. About four branches."

Qingming said.

His head, a precious member of the Rising Sun City, held a valuable treasure. It was said to be a map of the Central Plains, more important than any martial arts manual.

It was a privilege equal to that of the black leaders. Unlike Zheng Lianxin, who received only local geography training for each mission.

"The Great Ming Code is meaningless. There are so many things above the law."

The world was complicated, but it wasn't the time to worry about it. They had to split up immediately.

"First, we need to find the whites, but avoid getting involved in the power struggle. The Nangong Family is at war with the Blood Flame Sect. In Huizhou, the evil sects have set up a vast net. It's inevitable to lose control."

His tone was light. Qingming, sitting on the horse, stretched his legs and winked.

Zheng Lianxin was used to listening to his seniors' words.

Even if it didn't sound important, he took it seriously. Everything related to life and merit.

"Since they were captured by the blood fiends, they should have survived for at least ten days. They are the ones who steal internal energy with blood power. The Rising Sun City's experts are rare prey."

Bai Miyue, gracefully mounting the fine horse, said.

She looked at Zheng Lianxin, pushing her hair behind her ear, her eyes filled with concern.

"What are you worried about? The destruction of the Huang family branch will be recorded as a merit for the Rising Sun City's experts. Even if you received a solo mission, you didn't stay."

Qingming smiled and nodded.

It was time to split up.

Zheng Lianxin, on the horse, briefly saluted and whipped the horse without looking back. The next mission was already waiting.

He was told that rescuing comrades would also be recorded as a merit, but it didn't feel significant.

At this moment, Zheng Lianxin's heart wasn't on the merit.

He hoped Huan Yuan Chang would be safe until he was called a Rising Sun Hero.

* * *

Zheng Lianxin descended to Pingyin County. He headed straight for Nanzhili.

Qingming's spirit beast had completed its role in delivering the message. The blue experts who finished their missions were to spread across the vast Nanzhili.

They had fundamental confidence in their martial arts. They were at a level where they could talk about solo missions.

Support would inevitably be delayed. The main Rising Sun City was too far away in Huoguang. The Huang family expedition had to handle it.

'What a splendid city.'

He was in charge of Xuzhou in Nanzhili.

Five days had passed since he parted ways with the blue seniors from the Ma Guangyi group.

He showed the Rising Sun token to the county officials, asking about suspicious characters.

It was said that the Blood Flame Sect members roamed the city fearlessly. The might of the Thirteen Evil Sects.

He heard that soldiers tried to capture them but they escaped using agile body techniques.

Or they would emit qi to threaten in return.

As the sect's influence grew, the blood fiends acted more arrogantly.

The incident in Huizhou, where they acted without regard for the Nangong Family, was a clear example.

The discipline of the evil sects was becoming lax.

The date Bai Miyue set was gradually approaching. It was a critical time.

Zheng Lianxin stood in front of the largest brothel in the city. The colorful lights of the lanterns hanging from the gate were dazzling.

'If they're not here...'

He cleared his thoughts.

This city, Xuzhou, was large. The martial arts knowledge of the guards seemed useful.

They recognized the rough 'Huang' character of the Rising Sun City.

"Huang? That Huang?"

"He's so young?"

The five guards were confused. Zheng Lianxin pushed the door open without hesitation.

Creak!

The quite ancient wooden door opened to both sides, revealing the orange interior.

The first floor of such a large brothel was said to be where guests socialized.

Many eyes swept over Zheng Lianxin. The energy in their gazes revealed they were all martial artists.

"Who is this young man?"

"Huang? Is he imitating the Rising Sun City?"

"Boy! There are other things to show off!"

"Even a blue one!"

Laughter erupted.

Beyond the window, where the dusk was fading, various figures were visible in the lantern light.

Xuzhou in Nanzhili was known for its many medium and small martial families.

It was due to the Nangong Family, which influenced the entire Nanzhili region, being located below. It was a territory of the righteous sects.

The blood colors of the roughly fifty people present were varied. Some were red from drinking, others pale.

"I've never seen such a person."

"Tell us your sect!"

Women with weapons laughed at Zheng Lianxin. Their relaxed posture was very at ease.

Now he noticed there were few courtesans. It seemed the women of martial families were also present.

It was being used as a banquet hall.

The most luxurious brothel in Xuzhou was indeed elegant and splendid.

It seemed a place where martial artists of all ages could socialize.

It was the first time since the battle between the Sword Sect and the Zhongnan Sect.

Zheng Lianxin found the place with so many martial artists unfamiliar.

Thud.

He took a step. The small sound of his footstep carried a strange power.

Something beyond hearing, a qi sense, drew everyone's attention. He was emitting a qi aura.

"......"

With each step, the surroundings grew silent.

Rising Sun City blue expert.

The qi aura that demanded silence, even without intent.

Those who were talking fell silent. A heavy doubt and silent shock spread.

Zheng Lianxin walked straight. He saw the figures rising one by one from the corners.

All had black hair, but he sensed it immediately. The achievement of the Demon-Slaying Blue River Technique was growing day by day.

He was becoming very sensitive to sinister internal energy.

"There's a branch here."

He knew by the size of the qi aura. One Blood Blade Sect member and five Blood Flame Sect members.

"Ants like you must have branches everywhere. You're not the only ones."

He continued speaking without slowing his pace.

The Blood Blade Sect member, a young man with a confident smile, had no scars on his face, looking like a noble.

The man, still smiling, said.

"You must be that guy? Since you didn't slack in paying tribute, good fortune has come! You're about to step into the realm of a blood fiend!"

Zheng Lianxin ignored him and spoke.

"You want to kill the master of the Demon-Slaying Blue River Technique."

The moment he used the incantation mixed with the law, a refreshing aura cleared the smell of alcohol in the brothel.

A calm qi aura began to spread from his lowered right hand.

A faint blue glow enveloped the straight sword.

It remained pure blue, not mixing with the sunset light of the lanterns.

"Guy!"

A fierce aura exploded from the Blood Blade Sect member. His fingers, grabbing the sword at his waist, blurred.

He unleashed a sword strike that seemed to spurt blood. The sword's wave of energy was as fierce as a storm.

An achievement worthy of mentioning the Blood Flame Sect's blood fiend.

Zheng Lianxin also struck with the Demon-Slaying Blue River Technique. The technique was clear. A smooth smile formed on the man's lips.

It seemed he intended to cut off the hand aiming for his head.

Bang!

It wasn't a collision but a shattering sound. The gale of energy from the man's sword was completely crushed.

In half a move, he shattered the qi aura and the sword itself.

He completely followed the straight line of the technique. The instantaneous move was completed on the man's head.

Smack!

Zheng Lianxin felt it with his palm. It went very deep. The man's scalp sank with fragments of blue energy.

"......"

He fell, brushing against Zheng Lianxin's shoulder, still smiling.

There were four more Blood Flame Sect members behind the man. They seemed to be about to charge together.

Their faces were indescribable. They stood awkwardly, unable to attack.

The branch leader died in one move.

The martial artists, sensing the unique qi aura of the Blood Flame Sect, stood up but remained silent for a moment.

"Spread the word."

Zheng Lianxin spoke.

"Ma Guangyi, the Rising Sun City expert, is here."

He spoke bluntly and shook his hand once. The blue sleeve fluttered.