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The storytelling at Ping An Inn is the only time when countless wandering swordsmen find peace of mind.
Only at times like these can people stop thinking about the fighting, killing, grudges, and affections of the martial arts world.
Room No. 6, Tianzi.
Listening to Li Chengqian's words about the immortal sword, Huang Yaoshi couldn't help but slowly take a sip of wine.
For some reason, after staying at Ping An Inn for a while, I actually started to like it.
Here, no one cares about your identity, status, or past.
Here you can hear the vast and novel world of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy," and you can also watch the rise and fall of the martial arts world as an observer.
Huang Yaoshi particularly liked the way some江湖客 (jianghu people) referred to Ping An Inn.
A place of peace of mind!
However, this pleasant feeling didn't last long before Huang Yaoshi's face turned cold.
Li Chengqian is good in every way, but there is one thing about him that I hate terribly.
That's because it's too easy to attract unwanted attention!
He has too many beautiful women around him; if his daughter were to stay with him, she would likely suffer.
Thinking of this, Huang Yaoshi showed a worried expression for the first time in his life.
Where should I start?
The woman beside him, or him?
This seems a bit difficult.
Room No. 1, Xuanzi.
Abbess Miejue's face was as cold as water. She had come here entirely because of Ximen Chuixue's matter.
The previous leader, Dugu Yihe, had only been dead for a few years, and the Emei Sect was in a period of transition with a lack of capable successors.
Just when they had finally managed to stabilize the situation, their rebellious disciple Ji Xiaofu did something that disgraced the family.
If these matters were causing Miejue a great deal of trouble, then Sun Xiuqing's situation was even more complicated.
It's not a bad thing that Ximen Chuixue likes Sun Xiuqing, but the problem lies in Ximen Chuixue's reaction.
After asking Sun Xiuqing's name that day, Ximen Chuixue turned and went down the mountain.
There's a rumor circulating in the martial arts world that Ximen Chuixue will kill his wife to prove his Dao.
What is this!
For no apparent reason, the Emei Sect suddenly gained a mortal enemy.
What's even more outrageous is that Ximen Chuixue might actually do that!
Left with no other choice, Miejue came to Ping An Inn, hoping to find a solution.
"The old man of the ancient vine, with his mysterious and pretentious ways, makes presumptuous pronouncements about the secrets of heaven."
"A rare ancient vine cultivated itself into an immortal, possessing profound magical power and a talent for mind reading."
When they heard Li Chengqian describe the old man with the ancient vine, the expressions on the faces of the group of martial arts practitioners became somewhat strange.
Mind reading?
This is just like Mr. Li's behavior. Could it be that Mr. Li can read minds?
In that case, Mr. Li will find out what I did last night.
The thought sent a chill down the spines of many martial arts practitioners.
That won't do. How can I let others know about such a shameful thing? I'd better not make Mr. Li angry.
What if he gets upset and reveals my little secret?
"The Holy Maiden concealed the bet from Zixuan, and Jingtian and his group successfully obtained the Earth Spirit Orb."
"Qingwei, the head of the Shushan Sect, recounts Xu Changqing's past."
"Demon Lord Chonglou has arrived in Fengdu Paradise. Will Jingtian and his companions be able to successfully obtain the Fire Spirit Orb?"
"Why does Zi Xuan, a descendant of Nuwa, keep pestering Xu Changqing?"
"If you want to know what happened next time, please listen to the breakdown!"
Hearing those familiar and annoying words, the group of martial arts practitioners were already used to it.
But this time, the fans of the Legend of Sword and Fairy series didn't clamor for Mr. Li to say more, because something big was about to happen today.
A brief silence fell over the inn; even those who had come to cause trouble did not rush to speak.
The name of the Peaceful Sword Immortal is truly terrifying. If I were to speak rashly, who knows what he might reveal?
I can't guarantee that I haven't done anything wrong.
Seeing that no one asked any questions, Li Chengqian was not in a hurry. Instead, he waved his right hand and opened the skylight.
"The main storytelling session has ended here. Next is time for some casual conversation."
"Many guests at the inn today have come prepared, but you should think carefully before you speak."
"The Ping An Inn has opened a window, and I, Li, am now halfway into the world of martial arts, plus I'm in a particularly good mood today."
"I might accidentally say something too much!"
Li Chengqian's smiling threat sent chills down the spines of some, while those who were simply there to watch the spectacle had no worries.
“Mr. Li, what they want to do is their business. We only want to hear about the Rouge Ranking of the Ming Dynasty and the Sword God Ranking of the Ming Dynasty.”
"Why don't you tell me this first?"
A man shouted from below, and Li Chengqian smiled and said, "This guest is right."
"This Peace Inn is a place of peace for all people, not an intelligence agency for certain individuals."
"Li has indeed put the cart before the horse."
After finishing his remarks with a smile, Li Chengqian unfolded his folding fan and said directly, "Last time, we announced the third and fourth tiers of the Ming Dynasty Rouge Ranking."
"Now, let me tell you about the women in the second tier of the Ming Dynasty's Rouge List."
"Women in the second tier can be described as women who are just as capable as men."
"The fifth person in the second tier of the Ming Dynasty Rouge List, the owner of the number one manor in the world, Shangguan Haitang."
"The number one secret agent of the Dragon Guard Manor, a disciple of the Young Master Wuhen, is not only knowledgeable in medicine, divination and astrology, but also unparalleled in the martial arts world when it comes to hidden weapons."
"His skill in scattering money like raindrops is a true inheritance from the Master Without a Trace."
"The number one estate in the world, which is managed by the government, is full of talented people and has access to the world's secrets."
"He appears to be a handsome young man in a corrupt world, but in reality he is a beauty who could topple kingdoms, possessing all the beauty and charm of heaven and earth, and is unparalleled in elegance."
"After careful consideration, she is placed fifth on the Rouge List."
Everyone:? ? ?
Is the Lady of Shangguan Manor a woman?
"Miss Haitang, is there anything wrong with what I said?"
Li Chengqian looked down at the counter with a smile.
Chapter 201: Someone is trying to cause trouble by openly questioning the Ming Dynasty Rouge Ranking?
Following Mr. Li's gaze, everyone discovered that there was only a burly, thick-waisted woman with a dark face at the counter.
Everyone:? ? ?
Is this woman good enough to be on the Rouge Ranking?
Don't scare me!
"Mr. Li is absolutely right, but I wonder if he could elaborate a bit more?"
As Shangguan Haitang spoke, she tore off the human skin mask from her face.
Her stunningly beautiful face left everyone staring in a daze.
"Hehehe!"
“Of course,” Li Chengqian nodded with a smile and said, “Gentlemen, at Miss Haitang’s request, I will explain in more detail.”
Looking at Li Chengqian on the high platform, Shangguan Haitang frowned.
She never believed that there were people in this world who could predict the future, even though the things she had just mentioned were secretive.
But if you're determined to investigate, you can still find out.
"Shangguan Haitang, whose original surname was Hai, was killed by bandits when she was young and barely escaped from a pile of corpses."
"She was later adopted as a goddaughter by the Iron-Blooded Marquis. She was intelligent, resourceful, and had a refined literary talent."
"And in her life, there were four extremely important men."
"Unfortunately, fate was unkind. Three of the men were unrequited, and each of their relationships was a one-sided love."
As for the remaining one...
"They were destined to be together, but not to be together. It's a pity that such a beautiful woman had such a tragic fate!"
“The past was filled with carefree pleasures.”
"My official career is fraught with hardship, and I am moved to tears."
"The bright moon over the sea stirs my heart."
"The crabapple blossoms fade, but the plum blossoms are still in bud."
When he got to the point of expressing his feelings, Li Chengqian casually recited a poem. After finishing, he closed his folding fan and slowly sipped his tea.
Shangguan Haitang was so frightened that she took two steps back.
He pronounced everything correctly, word for word, but he had long forgotten the original name.
If it hadn't been brought up today, I would never have remembered this name.
Even my godfather couldn't possibly know everything I just said, because I've never mentioned my feelings to anyone else.