Sword Sect

The pot of glutinous rice wine was mainly drunk by Liu Chang'an. Unlike the strong and coarse Red Star Erguotou he usually drank, he could drink several bowls without realizing how much he had drunk. The pleasantly bubbly feeling was quite enjoyable.

Liu Chang'an has an extremely strong ability to control his body, but he usually doesn't deliberately control his body to produce certain reactions; otherwise, he wouldn't be living like an ordinary person who can live without leaving a trace.

The various poisons in the world have no effect on Liu Chang'an; his body will instinctively resist the corrosive and harmful effects of poisons. But alcohol is different; it only makes Liu Chang'an more relaxed, and his body will naturally not instinctively resist it unless he deliberately controls it.

A pot of wine, of course, wouldn't make him drunk, nor did it require any control; it just reminded him of a certain scene.

So his gaze left Zhu Juntang and glanced at Qin Yanan.

Indeed, whether someone is beautiful or not still depends on comparison. I glanced at Zhu Juntang while I was drunk and thought she was beautiful, but when I looked at Zhu Juntang Qin Yanan, I realized that Qin Yanan was the real beauty.

Zhu Juntang is, after all, a bit short and not very good-looking. Whether she's beautiful or not depends on more than just her face; it has to be considered holistically.

"Xiao Tang and I are young and don't handle many things well. Sometimes we can't distinguish between acting recklessly and acting on impulse. We need your guidance and guidance on the big picture and the proper rules," Qin Yanan said respectfully.

During this time, Qin Yanan was also pondering a question: how should she get along with him in the future... It was impossible to continue treating him as a cousin, but it felt strange to treat him like a great-grandfather.

"It suddenly feels like I've become a senior figure." Liu Chang'an nodded in agreement, also noticing the change in Qin Yanan's attitude.

He hadn't thought about that question, but it didn't matter. Whether he was treated as a cousin or a senior, he didn't care.

Or, in private, when emotions run high, she might gently and tenderly call him "brother," which is perfectly acceptable.

"I still want to call you grandpa!" Zhu Juntang got excited again when she thought of this.

Qin Yanan felt that Zhu Juntang was taking advantage of her, but she remembered Liu Chang'an's words that everyone should act according to their own circumstances, and besides, she could call him "brother," so it didn't mean that Zhu Juntang was taking advantage of her. Therefore, she did not express any opinion.

Liu Chang'an still ignored her, shook the wine pot, poured out a small half bowl and drank it.

"What are your thoughts on the naming of our organization?" Qin Yanan remained respectful when discussing serious matters.

"How about the Jade Emperor Palace? It symbolizes that we are the fairies of the Jade Emperor Palace, and you are the Jade Emperor." Zhu Juntang fully utilized her initiative in brainstorming and never forgot to make a contribution.

"There are Jade Emperor Palaces in many places. There's one on Jade Emperor Mountain in western Jiangxi. *** and Mayor Chen once reorganized the troops there..." Liu Chang'an thought for a moment, then waved his hand, "No, this name makes us sound like a shamanistic organization."

"How does this resemble a shamanistic organization?" Zhu Juntang spread his hands, exchanging a glance with Qin Yanan for support.

Qin Yanan blinked, signaling Zhu Juntang not to interrupt and to wait for the senior's resounding decision.

"Let's call it the Nine Provinces Wind and Thunder Sword Sect," Liu Chang'an said after thinking for a moment, looking at the two girls with a gentle expression to see if they had any objections.

"What a terrible name!" Zhu Juntang exclaimed in disappointment. "I refuse!"

"Your refusal is useless." Liu Chang'an waved his hand, then looked at Qin Yanan, waiting for her to give her opinion.

"This... this is too cringeworthy, it feels like the kind of stuff elementary school boys like," Qin Yanan stammered.

"Alright, since no one has expressed strong objection, this name will do." Liu Chang'an nodded in satisfaction.

Qin Yanan made eye contact with Zhu Juntang. Oh well, what can you do when someone is a senior? People of this age are usually fans of new-style martial arts novels. You can tell just by their names. It's the style of martial arts novels from the 1950s and 60s.

"I am the Sect Master." Liu Chang'an didn't stand on ceremony. Since he had joined, he had no choice but to become the Sect Master, which was one of the reasons he was willing to join. "Miss Xiao Nan is an elder, Zhu Juntang is a member... an ordinary member."

"Why am I just a member?" Zhu Juntang was very indignant. "Do I have to deliberately specify that I'm just an ordinary member? Not even an elite member?"

"There are only three people in our sect. If you don't become a member, who will? If all three of you are in charge of the sect, we won't have anyone under our command. How can that work?" Liu Chang'an said matter-of-factly.

Zhu Juntang glanced at Liu Chang'an, then at Qin Yanan, and sat down with a wronged expression. What he said made a lot of sense, making Zhu Juntang want to beat him up.

"Since it's called the Nine Provinces Wind and Thunder Sword Sect, do you know how to use a sword?" Zhu Juntang still tried his best to find fault.

"I'm elegant with a sword, and bold with a knife. I can do both."

Liu Chang'an downed the remaining wine in his bowl and recited. "I entrust myself to the blade, I kill in the mortal world. I admire the noble principles of the court, and the world calls me a hero. What are petty matters worth mentioning? I retire to farm east of Chunling, and return with no property. My life is like a tumbleweed blown by the wind. In a day, my black fur coat is worn out, and my hundred taels of gold are gone."

"This is for you." Liu Chang'an smiled at Zhu Juntang, stretched his arms, and stood up. "I'm going to change my clothes."

"What did he give me?" Zhu Juntang asked Qin Yanan blankly.

"The poem he just recited..." Qin Yanan pondered for a moment. Liu Chang'an was obviously just joking, but it felt quite fitting.

"Why not just say what you mean? Why recite poetry? Singing!" Zhu Juntang liked to use Taiwan when she was complaining about people.

She couldn't understand any of it; the story of Jing Ke was the one she was most familiar with in classical literature.

"This is a passage from one of Li Bai's poems. Li Bai was a wealthy and powerful man, and after he had spent all his gold, he came to Xiangyang to ask his cousin for help. He wrote this poem, but he didn't finish it..." Qin Yanan turned to look at the stairs leading upstairs; Liu Chang'an was already gone. "I think he's now living the life of someone who can kill a man in ten steps, leave no trace for a thousand miles, and disappear without a trace after the deed is done, hiding his identity and fame."

"That sounds amazing."

He was already very capable.

"You're... hehe... I understand, there's a psychological factor involved." Zhu Juntang's smile was ambiguous.

"What?" Qin Yanan playfully punched her.

"Back then, the old folks, regardless of their background, education level, or life philosophy, could live together with one heart for the sake of their shared revolutionary ideals... Now, we have different lifestyles, different perspectives, and even more different social circles. How can we be together like this?" Zhu Juntang mimicked what Qin Yanan had said when she first came to Junsha and was very resistant to "blind dates," and she imitated her perfectly.

Qin Yanan's cheeks flushed red, and she punched Zhu Juntang even harder, "Are you trying to kill me! If you mention it again, I, the elder, will demote you another level."

"I'm just an ordinary member now, what else can I do?" Zhu Juntang, having given up all hope, started mimicking others again, "Different values lead to disharmony in life. Big and small things will arise. It's not about who's right or wrong, but there's simply no way for things to be harmonious. Can a forced relationship be sweet?"

"You... I'm telling you, from now on you're just an intern member!" Qin Yanan immediately grabbed Zhu Juntang by the neck and demoted her by one level.

Seeing that her hands were busy, Zhu Juntang naturally used his trump card to attack. Qin Yanan exclaimed in surprise, turned around with her face flushed, and quickly covered her chest. Fortunately, Liu Chang'an was not there.

"That weakling elder who overestimates his abilities dares to bully my elite gang members." Zhu Juntang said smugly.

"Pah, you trashy intern." Qin Yanan made her realize her true status.

Zhu Juntang didn't care and continued, "Old Master Qin really knows everything... At his age, of course he'd worry about your marriage. With such a wonderful guy taking care of you, he's most at ease. It's a pity... Why did you refuse back then? I remember Liu Chang'an hadn't yet claimed to have a girlfriend."

"Not necessarily... I don't necessarily have to marry him for him to take care of me. After all, he's an elder, several generations younger than me!" Qin Yanan was quite willing to accept this very valid reason, because this was the reason, and therefore this was the inevitable result... It had nothing to do with whether she regretted it or not.

"He's several generations removed from everyone else! Isn't he also a generation removed from that Building No. 2?" Zhu Juntang pointed to herself, "I have to call him grandpa."

"Knowing about generational differences is one thing, not knowing is another." Qin Yanan tried to change the subject, looking at Zhu Juntang suspiciously, "You always call An Nuan' Baolong Center Building Two,' but you secretly gave me the nickname 'Baolong Center Building One,' didn't you?"

"Where? Where did I do that? I didn't." Zhu Juntang denied it, her neck stiff, while looking around.

Qin Yanan snorted, too lazy to argue with Zhu Juntang, and casually looked ahead, her eyes landing on the armored transport vehicle.

Qin Yanan looked at Zhu Juntang again.

"Why are you looking at me? There's something fishy in your eyes." Zhu Juntang's sensitive eyes darted around, and she shifted her body slightly.

Qin Yanan's current thought is this: Undoubtedly, her great-grandfather made a series of arrangements after learning of Liu Chang'an's whereabouts. Since Old Madam Su has also met him and knows Liu Chang'an is here, and is even Liu Chang'an's former lover... could she have some arrangements that neither she nor Zhu Juntang are aware of?

Today is a day of celebration. First, I've finally become a level 4 newbie author. Second, the "Silver Dream" was born thanks to the support of several major patrons and the collective efforts of many readers. I was supposed to start releasing chapters today, but I'm not feeling well and it's not the best time for me to do so. Tomorrow... ten chapters tomorrow!