A Man's Devotion, a Woman's Affection, Entangled Twin Swords

The battle in the forest Peaks and Twists. Zhang Hu was highly skilled and powerful, but his body was injured and he was not yet healed, so he was not good at one-on-one combat.

Li Xian level was low and his experience was limited, yet he was quick-witted and extremely adaptable. His Perfect Aspect enhanced his killing intent, Double Pupils allowed him to spot weaknesses.

If the fight continues, Zhang Hu has a high chance of winning. However, if Li Xian seizes the opportunity and uses the "Life-Saving Yang Qi"... his many trump cards may not be impossible to escape.

However... when Wen Caishang entered the formation, things were different. The Waning Sun Blood-Draining Sword transformed into the "Yin-Yang Immortal Companions Sword," its Swordsmanship became complete, and its power increased dramatically.

The combined Swordsmanship embodies the principles of Yin and Yang, blending and complementing each other, each combining its strengths. Li Xian possesses abundant Inner Qi, but his realm is relatively low. Although his martial arts skills Peak Mastery, his evolution is insufficient.

Take, for example, the move "The Setting Sun Like Blood," inspired by the Yang Sword Master's observation of the twilight landscape. The sword strikes following the afterglow of the setting sun, brimming with profound meaning. Li Xian practiced day and night, achieving Perfection and Peak Mastery. However, his physical constitution was slightly lacking, remaining at the First Realm a martial artist, like a chaotic world where purity and impurity were indistinguishable... How could one truly witness the magnificent scenery of "the setting sun in the sky" and "the afterglow like blood"?

This is called "evolution".

With the Twin Swords in Harmony, they brought together the strengths of both. When Li Xian used "Setting Sun Like Blood" again, he could use Wen Caishang's "heaven and earth" to create a scene of "the setting sun disappearing" and "afterglow spreading". When he used the sword move again, everything would suddenly change.

The sword arc flashed by in an instant. The sky darkened, as if a thousand rays of afterglow had pierced through, like witnessing a sunset—a dazzling spectacle that suddenly appeared before one's eyes, only to be followed by darkness...

Zhang Hu was terrified and quickly dodged. Wen Caishang and Li Xian held hands tightly, and Li Xian transferred his Inner Qi. Wen Caishang immediately countered with a move called "Full Moon at Zenith". The two moves combined to form "Setting Sun Setting Sun and Full Moon", which embodied both the changes of yin and yang and the principle of waxing and waning!

Both men were already quite skilled. Zhang Hu quickly parried, suffering burns and frostbite on his arms, experiencing excruciating pain. He was forced back more than ten steps.

The two swords clashed, thrusting simultaneously. This move was called "Sun-Moon Alternation," a technique with extremely powerful follow-up strikes. The sun sets and the moon rises, the sun rises and the moon sets, year after year, eternally repeating this cycle. As soon as Li Xian finished his sword strike, Wen Caishang followed with hers, like the alternation of day and night, never ceasing. Zhang Hu dodged in fear, not daring to meet the attack head-on.

Wen Caishang unleashed her full swordplay, casting aside all her resentment and anger, and softly said, "Li Lang, kill him." Her words were devoid of any murderous intent.

Zhang Hu was enraged, feeling utterly like a plaything for the two men. He pounded his chest with a loud thud and charged forward with savage fury. Ever since both his legs were broken, he had become insecure and sensitive. As a result, he became Proficiency in training and taming tigers, neglecting his own physical strength.

Enraged, his moves became chaotic. Two fists could not fight four hands. He could not defend against two swords. He felt extremely frustrated and wanted to kill Li Xian. Wen Caishang, eager to protect her lover, would surely use ruthless sword strikes to aim for his vitals.

Desiring to capture Wen Caishang, Li Xian was fierce and powerful, and they fought closely together. After more than a hundred moves of this entangled battle, Zhang Hu was covered in sword wounds, but the two felt increasingly connected, filled with boundless joy.

It turns out... true love needs to be tested by fire. The Yin-Yang Immortal Companions Sword requires deep affection and the entrustment of life to each other. Daily practice together is ultimately just self-entertainment, empty talk on paper. Only when facing a powerful enemy and imminent disaster, when mountains crumble and the earth splits, the sincere and resolute will to protect one's partner can ignite the infinite power of Swordsmanship and establish an invincible position.

Zhang Hu grew increasingly fearful as the fight progressed. Suddenly, he sensed his strength gradually diminishing and he was forced back to the First Martial Realm!

There is a move in the Yin-Yang Immortal Companions Sword called "Swear to Heaven". It is a move in which the Yang Sword Master tricks the Yin Sword Master into Swear to Heaven to restrain his own strength.

When used against an enemy, the sword's power reveals the principle of Yin-Yang balance. It transforms a situation where the enemy is strong and we are weak into a situation where both are weak. The power of the Yin-Yang Immortal Companions Sword lies in the "principle of Yin-Yang transformation".

Zhang Hu was stabbed several times and fled in terror. Wen Caishang exclaimed, "Li Lang, don't let him get away!" The two gave chase, but they were too late.

Having repelled the powerful enemy, Wen Caishang said, "We were so eager to escape that we forgot about this move!" Her expression was quite pleased. She had never entrusted her life to anyone else before, but after trying it today, she felt her heart filled with sweetness and warmth. She was deeply grateful for every sword strike Li Xian used to protect her. As she practiced further, she even began to feel that her own life was no longer important, and she cared more about each other's feelings.

The true meaning of swordsmanship inspires contemplation. She couldn't help but envy the Yin-Yang Immortal Couple: "To have such a partner is like having nothing else in the world to envy." Her beautiful eyes glanced at Li Xian, and she suddenly felt a blush creep up her cheeks.

Li Xian said, "With our Twin Swords in Harmony, we don't need to fear Zhang Hu anymore! Let's quickly get on the boat and escape." Wen Caishang's face lit up with joy. Having narrowly escaped danger, she gently pulled Li Xian's hand and said, "Alright, alright, let's go back to the manor. I have a way to remove the Gu worms. Let's go somewhere else and live a good life. In three to five years, if you want to go anywhere to establish your authority and travel, I'll accompany you."

Wen Caishang said, "Li Lang, I'm so grateful for this journey!" She was deeply moved. She was a woman of great ambition and exceptional talent. In her life, she was rarely moved by love or affection. Even when she was, it was always superficial. However, the encounters along the way and the perfect swordplay she shared deepened her feelings.

Once you've tasted the marrow, you'll find it irresistible, and your emotions will surge.

Li Xian smiled and said, "There's no need for thanks. Besides... you've already done me a favor." His expression was unfocused, and his thoughts were in turmoil.

After a short rest, the two engaged in intimate conversation. They reminisced about their combined moves, finding the details of each strike quite fascinating. Their State of Mind and circumstances had changed drastically, and although they had mastered their swordsmanship to Peak Mastery, there was still much to explore.

After Zhang Hu fled, his fear gradually subsided. Recalling the fierce battle just now, he felt extremely indignant. He muttered to himself, "When those two swords clashed, wouldn't I have been able to neutralize them all with just a simple dodge?"

They regrouped and searched for the two again. Spotting them in the distance, they shouted and charged once more. This time, neither side exchanged words; they drew their swords and began to fight.

Zhang Hu deflected several attacks, but failed to grasp the true essence of the sword techniques. He was struck twice in the abdomen, let out a wail, and fled into the distance. He already knew that Wen Caishang's Inner Qi was completely depleted and Li Xian arts realm was shallow. Although he had been defeated several times, he was still Qi Ingestion and felt that there was still an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

Before long, they went to fight again. But this time, the two had improved even more. Their sword dance had become more refined, and occasionally, laughter could be heard. The two seemed to be joking and playing, completely disregarding him.

His moves were incredibly powerful. He used every trick in the book, but to no avail, only suffering numerous sword wounds in the process. He was extremely strong, and escaping was always an easy task for him.

After repeated setbacks and defeats, he was heartbroken. The sounds of laughter Wen Caishang called out "Li Lang" to him. This stirred up his past thoughts. Influenced by the sword's momentum, he forgot all his grudges and affections, and was filled only with resentment.

Suddenly, it occurred to me. "This is the Combined Swordsmanship... Ah! That's it! How could that brat Li Xian be able to live happily ever after with Wen Caishang? It's because of this Swordsmanship. If I kill him and take his place, wouldn't that be better? Then... she'll call out to me like 'Zhang Lang, Zhang Lang'..."

Having suffered three setbacks, he was losing confidence. Suddenly, he saw wild dogs foraging for food in the mountains and said, "Since I have no tigers or beasts, if I train a dog to carry me, my strength can increase by twenty percent."

They then captured wild dogs and devised a plan to tame them. Zhang Hu's skill in training animals was first-rate. His unique method allowed him to communicate with both humans and animals.

He spoke in a soft murmur, in what sounded like animal language. But as he spoke, his bones vibrated slightly, emitting Double Wafting Immortal Tone. The wild dog grew increasingly drowsy as it listened, and finally fell asleep.

When he awoke again, they were already very affectionate. He rode a wild dog and went to track them down again. By the time he found them, it was already night.

Seeing the two sleeping in the wilderness, yet leaning on each other intimately, they suddenly became excited and began to dance with their swords under the moon. Although they were using sword techniques, it seemed more like flirting and teasing. Li Xian flicked his sword tip and untied the rope binding Wen Caishang's clothes. Wen Caishang slashed diagonally with her sword and loosened the belt of Li Xian's outer garment.

As the fight intensified, the air grew increasingly cool. Suddenly, a flash of Sword-Ray appeared, striking towards him. It turned out the two had already sensed his presence! Zhang Hu immediately counterattacked, coordinating with the dog to unleash their martial arts techniques.

When a dog is used as a tiger, countless drawbacks naturally arise. After several exchanges, Li Xian thrust his sword, killing the wild dog. Zhang Hu, caught up in the sword's momentum, was stunned and could only instinctively parry. He muttered, "I can practice swordsmanship too, why not with me? Why not me?"

His mind was completely clouded. Suddenly, he howled and cried, and fled again. He had his heart meridian replaced between life and death, and was also entangled in emotions by the sword's power... which led him to madness and insanity.

Seeing him like this, Li Xian and Wen Caishang were both delighted. Wen Caishang exclaimed, "I never thought such a formidable enemy would be defeated like this!" She held Li Xian's hand tightly, her heart filled with sweet joy.

Li Xian said, "His delusions backfired, and he suffered the consequences. How pitiful!" Wen Caishang said, "Hmph! What's so pitiful about him? If I weren't injured, I would cure his mental illness first before properly humiliating him!"

Li Xian asked, "What exactly did he do to offend Madam in the past?"

"He wants to offend me?" Wen Caishang said disdainfully, "He doesn't have the right."

Li Xian said, "Then why did you break someone's legs?"

Wen Caishang said calmly, "He wanted to pursue me. I didn't like him at the time, so I cut off his legs to stop him from pursuing me."

Li Xian's heart skipped a beat. She thought, "Zhang Hu hasn't even offended Madam yet, and he's already in such a miserable state. I've been so arrogant all this way. Won't my fate be even worse?" She casually asked, "What about me? Have I offended Madam?"

Wen Caishang laughed and said, "You dare to ask me that? Humph, you're the one I've offended the most. You're so rebellious, haven't you angered me enough?"

"Back in the carriage, you wouldn't obey my orders. I remember it all. And you tickled me, teased me... I wrote it all down."

Li Xian asked, "Then... how will Madam treat me?" Wen Caishang's eyes shimmered with desire, but she was always just a step away from being interrupted. She said softly, "I will punish you slowly. If you disobey, I will cut off your legs. But... we two... we two are different from them."

Li Xian Intestine-Turning Narrow Passage, "Madam's words are affectionate, almost like flirting and teasing. But it might not be fake!" Emboldened, he said, "Alright, I'll punish you first, then I won't lose out."

After bypassing White Tiger City and traveling for another day, the sound of the river waves crashing was deafening. The Weihu River, flowing ceaselessly, was right before our eyes.

Li Xian, observing the rivers and the heavens and earth, suddenly felt a surge of ambition. Wen Caishang joined forces to practice swordsmanship, comprehending the principles of Yin and Yang. Gradually, they unraveled the "Marrow-Sealing Finger" technique, and their strength recovered somewhat.

Walking along the river for more than ten miles, you'll see a boat shop. Its flags flutter, embroidered with a black tortoise.

The surrounding 400-mile stretch of river has been contracted to the powerful local Lineage, the Liu Family family. The Liu Family has a long history and profound heritage. Their Lineage totem is a "black tortoise."

Wen Caishang instructed, "Look at those banners. With the dynasty weakened, it's difficult to collect taxes in various places. In some areas, erecting Lineage banners is more intimidating. This ' Weihu Liu Family ' is quite formidable; two outstanding individuals have emerged from this generation of the Lineage."

Li Xian said, "At the end of the dynasty, Lineage divided the country. If this continues for a while, wouldn't many heroes rise up and vie for control of the land?"

Wen Caishang said, "It's quite clever of you to have this foresight. I've read a lot of history books, and this is a common characteristic at the end of dynasties. But if a powerful figure is born in the royal family, perhaps the tide can be turned."

Li Xian thought to himself that if this were his previous life, the dynasty would have been almost beyond saving if it had reached this point. He then thought, "However, this world is vast, with even more strange and wondrous events. The general direction of the dynasty's progress should be similar to that of his previous life. But... just like the difference Essence Consumption martial artists and ordinary Clay Embryo, Essence Consumption martial artists possess more potential, and so too does this Great Martial Dynasty."

Moving boat workshop.

Li Xian found the person in charge, paid the fare, and reserved a seat for the next day. The person in charge, surnamed Liu, was from a collateral branch of the Weihu Liu Family. He was straightforward and didn't cause any trouble, saying, "Tomorrow at Yin Hour, no waiting for those who are late!"

There is a restaurant next to the boathouse, which provides drinks, rice and vegetables, but the prices are very expensive. Li Xian had robbed some dandy boys earlier and still had money left.

Order some small dishes of meat and vegetables to replenish your energy. Li Xian slightly raised her eyebrows, prompting Wen Caishang to observe her expression for a moment.

She gave a charmingly disdainful look, then strode forward, brushing dust from the table and chairs with her sleeve, and said softly, "King Li, please sit down."

"Xiao Chang, not bad." Li Xian nodded, seeing that the training along the way had been quite useful. It was also a way to vent his previous anger.

The passengers waiting for the boat stared wide-eyed with envy. They also felt that Li Xian was truly despicable, showing no tenderness or appreciation for the beauty's kindness. His rude and uncouth treatment was simply too much!

Li Xian said again, "My load is so heavy, my shoulders are tired." Wen Caishang was extremely embarrassed and said, "I'll massage it for you." Her fair fingers gently pinched away.

"You brat... just you wait!"