Chapter 527: Chapter 133: Delivering the Sword

Chen Tang realized he was wearing a mask and was not a young man of twenty, so he corrected himself: "I apologize for the intrusion, Sect Leader Jian, as I have come to visit a friend."

He hadn’t expected that following Guo Heng and the others into the Ba Mountain Sword Sect would attract so much attention.

Even the Sect Leader of Ba Mountain Sword Sect made an appearance.

Actually, after the battle at Da Kong Temple, news spread throughout Yizhou, causing quite a stir in the Jianghu.

Zagu Monk was called the ’Vajra of Supreme Joy’. While his actions were controversial, he was backed by the Esoteric Sect and had close ties to the Buddhist Sect, recognized as one of the top warriors on the Human Ranking in Jianghu.

But now, he was shockingly beaten to death barehanded by an unknown person!

Putting aside the Esoteric Sect’s reaction, the ranking on the Human Ranking saw a dramatic shift.

Several individuals seemed to have the potential to compete for the top, but only actual duels would reveal who could claim the top spot.

Zagu Monk’s actions had long spread through the Jianghu, earning much ire.

However, due to his cultivation level and fear of the Buddhist Sect, most had to let it go.

After Chen Tang killed him, it invigorated the Jianghu of Nanxia.

This battle even won Chen Tang some renown, much to everyone’s satisfaction!

This was why Jian Qiuchi personally came to greet Chen Tang.

Of course, she was also curious about Chen Tang’s background.

Could the rumors be true that this man was a closed-door disciple of some Esoteric Master?

But if he were a disciple of the Esoteric Sect, he’d either avoid women or, like Zagu Monk, practice some sinister cultivation technique. Why would he visit the Jade Flute Fairy?

"You are too kind."

Jian Qiuchi smiled slightly and said, "I heard from Guo Heng that you came to meet Jade Flute?"

The Jade Flute grew up beside her, but she hadn’t heard of the Jade Flute associating with anyone, much less having friends.

Besides, the age difference between the two made any interaction improbable.

However, recently, after returning from the East Sea, the Jade Flute occasionally seemed different.

Chen Tang said, "I heard that the Jade Flute Fairy was injured, so I thought I’d come to check on her."

"The Jade Flute’s injuries are no longer a concern, there’s no need to worry."

Jian Qiuchi said, "But she was defeated recently, her mood is down, and even I haven’t seen her in some time, so you may be disappointed."

Chen Tang pondered silently.

If he couldn’t see her, it couldn’t be forced. There would be other chances.

His main intent in coming was to let the Jade Flute Fairy know he wasn’t dead, to ease her worries.

"Then may I trouble Sect Leader Jian to relay a message, just say..."

Chen Tang hesitated before saying, "An old friend from Qianzhu City comes to visit."

Ye Yushi should understand from these words that he was still alive.

Seeing Chen Tang’s insistence, Jian Qiuchi smiled and said, "Very well, then please wait here for a moment."

"Guo Heng, please go."

Jian Qiuchi looked at Guo Heng behind her and instructed him.

"Yes."

Guo Heng turned and left.

After a short while, the sound of garments slicing through the air resounded outside.

"Ah, look quickly!"

"Senior Sister Jade Flute is really here!"

There was a commotion in the crowd outside.

In the blink of an eye, a woman in a light blue dress dashed into the reception hall, her figure graceful, her visage stunning—the Jade Flute Fairy, Ye Yushi!

Seeing her arrival, Chen Tang stood up, smiled, and waved.

Ye Yushi stepped into the hall, instantly spotting Chen Tang standing up.

She recognized the mask Chen Tang was wearing, having seen it on the Celestial Cauldron Continent.

Witnessing this, Jian Qiuchi was also a bit surprised.

That Ye Yushi was willing to come out herself was already unexpected.

Upon arriving, it was as if this disciple of hers didn’t even notice her presence.

More accurately, her eyes seemed to see no one else, they were solely fixated on that man.

"You... didn’t die?"

Ye Yushi gazed at Chen Tang, trying to suppress her excitement and joy, but her expression betrayed her emotions.

Chen Tang stretched out his hands and legs, smiling: "Not only did I not die, I’m alive and kicking, just recently I hammered a depraved monk to death."

For some reason, whether due to Chen Tang’s amusing words or sheer happiness that he was alive, Ye Yushi couldn’t help but laugh, leaving the disciples around gaping in astonishment.

Jian Qiuchi’s brows furrowed.

These words seemed a bit carefree, not something a person in their thirties or forties would say.

Were the two really that familiar?

It wasn’t until then that Guo Heng, panting, rushed in from outside.

In truth, upon seeing Ye Yushi’s reaction at the time, he had realized that the two undoubtedly knew each other.

Yet he hadn’t expected Ye Yushi’s body technique to be so fast, arriving at the reception hall before him.

He had never seen Senior Sister Jade Flute so eager.

"Senior Brother Guo, this person really knows Senior Sister Jade Flute!" Lin Ling’Er’s eyes widened.

"Mm."

Guo Heng responded, then added: "He might be a family relative or perhaps a mentor despite the age difference."

Ye Yushi asked, "Why are you here?"

Chen Tang replied: "I heard you went down the mountain, challenged several top fighters on the Earth Ranking, and got injured, so I came to see you."

"I’m fine."

"I’m fine too."

The two exchanged a smile.

"Oh, and I didn’t come empty-handed this time."

As he spoke, Chen Tang took down the Autumn Water Sword wrapped in black cloth from his back.

"What’s this?" Ye Yushi asked.

Chen Tang said: "I heard your sword was taken, and you were upset, so I brought you a treasure sword."

"You..."

"You know, I’m not skilled with swords, this sword is only for show in my hands, better to find it a worthy owner."

With that, Chen Tang removed the black cloth and handed the Autumn Water Sword to Ye Yushi.

Ye Yushi hesitated for a moment but took the Autumn Water Sword.

Those around were dumbfounded.

The two were chatting nonchalantly, but to give Jade Flute Senior Sister a sword, and for her to accept it?

Is it appropriate for a man to casually give gifts?

Guo Heng said: "It’s normal for family elders to give gifts, no need for everyone to overthink."

Ye Ling’Er whispered: "Their conversation didn’t seem like that kind of relationship, though?"

"Nor like a friendship across generations," Luo Qi added.

Hearing the surrounding chatter, Ye Yushi came to her senses and said: "Follow me."

With that, after bowing to Jian Qiuchi, Ye Yushi led Chen Tang out of the reception hall, heading towards her residence.

Jian Qiuchi was completely bewildered, growing more curious.

As someone experienced, she could tell that Ye Yushi’s attitude toward this Chen Jing was quite unusual.

But it didn’t make sense.

The age difference between the two was considerable.

Furthermore, he was only in the Opening Acupoints Realm.

Given Yushi’s background and vision, why would she be interested in this person?

She had been close friends with Ye Yushi’s deceased mother and had watched Ye Yushi grow up, treating her as if she were her own.

The scene just now had suddenly made her anxious.

I’ll have to keep an eye on this and prevent Yushi from going down the wrong path!