A Hundred Demands, Majestic Might, the Lady Below, Killing Intent Surging Like Waves

The wind howled and the river roared; the sky was overcast.

Wen Caishang's long, slender fingers gently massaged the shoulders. Lost in thought, she realized she had never massaged a man's shoulders before. Li Xian said, "Be gentle."

After a long pause, he added, "A little heavier." His nitpicking was reminiscent of the impression he had when Li Xian served Wen Caishang in the One Accord Manor.

Wen Caishang pursed her red lips, her expression strange. Li Xian said sternly, "If you don't serve me well, I won't allow you to eat." He thought to himself, "I'll take this opportunity to enjoy myself as much as possible. Let my wife taste this flavor too." He was completely unrestrained.

"Enough!"

A Jianghu swordsman, standing about ten feet away, slammed his fist on the table and roared, "Boy, don't be ungrateful!"

"Young lady, this scoundrel has no sense of chivalry and dares to bully you like this. Don't worry, I can't stand such wicked people."

"If you wish, please... join us at the table below for a meal."

Wen Caishang smiled, her alluring beauty captivating everyone. Li Xian cupped his hands and said, "Gentlemen, your act of bravery is commendable. However, this is a matter between my two families. Whether we make a fuss or reconcile is none of your concern. Let's clear up this misunderstanding and wish each other well!"

At this moment, however, he spoke with remarkable composure. Li Xian pulled Wen Caishang close, their lips meeting intimately, and said, "Our feelings for each other are mutual. It's not that I've treated her badly; it's just that she prefers this way. Gentlemen, you can all rest assured."

She then sat down again. Upon hearing the words "such favoritism," Wen Caishang knew that Li Xian had secretly sabotaged her. She was annoyed for a moment but did not argue back.

The burly man's face turned grim. He said again, "Good girl, don't be afraid. If you're threatening me, please speak up. We will certainly uphold justice for you!"

Li Xian said impatiently, "Brother, you're meddling too much."

The burly man said, "Hmph! The Jianghu is a dangerous place. If you commit any crimes, I, Zuo Yilong, will never forgive you."

The other charlatans all call him this. They are all charlatans who have made quite a name for themselves in the area around the Weihu River.

Li Xian didn't want to get involved. Wen Caishang, weighing the pros and cons, felt the same way, saying, "How can you judge my relationship with Li Lang? I simply prefer serving him."

The other heroes looked at each other, feeling quite indignant. It turned out that their "righteous act" was a pretense, and their true intention was "lust at first sight." Zuo Yilong sat down helplessly, drank a few sips of wine, and brooded over his anger.

Thinking to himself, "I, Zuo Yilong, can't swallow this insult. This guy is incredibly arrogant; I need to find a reason to teach him a lesson."

Suddenly he stood up again and said, "Boy! You look familiar. Aren't you one of the fierce men on the Crimson List?"

At that time, information was scarce, and most of the self-proclaimed "heroes" of the Jianghu were just boastful individuals. They could easily find a reason to start a fight. If they won, they would naturally be considered to be "acting on behalf of Heaven." Li Xian said coldly, "I have tolerated you for so long, and you dare to frame me? Then die!"

He picked up two pieces of beef and flung them out, hitting Zuo Yilong, striking his throat and rupturing his vocal cords. Then he flung the chopsticks out, piercing through both of his wrists and pinning them to the wall.

Li Xian's display of skill had already astonished everyone around him. Among the passengers waiting for their boat at the Essence Consumption. No one dared to say anything more and they all retreated outside the hall.

The two ate and drank, savoring the delicacies. Li Xian said, "We're just waiting for the boat to arrive so we can take the waterway. It's a complicated route; no matter how many men they have, it's useless. Madam, please serve me."

Wen Caishang said softly, "Alright, I'll take good care of you." Gentle as water, she then massaged Li Xian's shoulders. Wen Caishang thought to herself, "I'm plagued by misfortune; can things really go so smoothly?" Slightly worried, she said, "If something unexpected happens, do you have a backup plan?"

Li Xian said, "Nothing in this world is ever perfect. It all depends on the magnitude of the unexpected... Does Madam feel that this trip won't go smoothly?" Wen Caishang nodded and said, "I am filled with unease. Perhaps... it's going to rain!"

The sky was overcast, and thunder seemed imminent. A storm was brewing...

Li Xian smiled and said, "Don't think too much. Please, Madam, massage my legs." Wen Caishang chuckled and said, "You've gotten quite used to ordering me around. How... are you happier ordering me around like this?"

But they did as instructed.

Around dusk, the sky darkened, and after a loud clap of thunder, a torrential downpour began. Li Xian thought to himself, "These dark clouds have been gathering strength for days, and finally they've fallen; the rain is really heavy!"

The water sprayed densely. Passengers from all directions waited in the canteen, rain dripping from the eaves. The mist on the river created a unique and beautiful scene.

The doors and windows were all closed. It was already dark, and the shopkeeper lit candles and fixed them to the dining table.

Jinghou is waiting for the boat.

As the Yin Hour approached, a large ship approached and docked beside the ward. The waiting passengers quickly opened their umbrellas and boarded the ship. Wen Caishang twisted her long skirt in her hand; she had already changed into cloth clothes. After being splashed by water, they were naturally damp. After only a few steps, her boots and the hem of her skirt were already stained.

Once aboard the ferry, I felt a little relieved. The boat rocked and swayed, making it quite cramped, but how could one be comfortable when fleeing for one's life? So I didn't ask for much. Around 3:45 Yin Hour, the rain subsided. Although there was no sign of it lessening, it no longer hindered the Boat Guild. So I weighed anchor, turned the rudder, and headed down the river.

Li Xian murmured, "Flowing into the rivers, from then on, the world is vast, where will they be found?" He breathed a slight sigh of relief. Suddenly, he heard a commotion on the deck...

Li Xian braved the rain to go to the deck. More than ten fellow passengers had already gathered there, all gazing at the riverbank. On that riverbank, the roar of tigers shook the heavens... Dozens, hundreds, thousands... even tens of thousands of tigers gathered.

Upon seeing this, Li Xian quickly called Wen Caishang to come and see. They were both curious. "Tigers are the kings of the forest, and it is said that two tigers cannot share one mountain. Why are so many ferocious tigers gathered here?"

Hundreds of tigers roared in unison, their cries like rolling Startling Thunder, rising and falling. Suddenly someone exclaimed, "They're here!"

Then countless tigers leaped into the river with a splash. The "tiger waves" rolled in, a sight truly unheard of.

As soon as the tiger entered the river, it howled a few times before being swept away by the waves, sinking to the bottom and being carried away by the current to a distant place.

The rain was heavy, the wind was strong, and the waves were surging and the mud was turbulent. This scene was no less impressive than "a dragon running through the water"! Following the tigers, we rushed into the river and looked around. The river was full of tigers and beasts.

"Not good! Turn the helm and head back!" shouted the officer on board. The ship jolted and rocked violently...

Several tigers lurking at the bottom blindly pounced and clawed, tearing through the hull of the boat! As the river waves rolled, hundreds of tigers were pushed to the side of the boat.

Seeing their chance, the tigers desperately swam towards the boat. Their claws hooked onto the planks, and they began to crawl into the boat. Li Xian frowned, drew his bow, and shot down several tigers.

Alas, the army of thousands of tigers was like a surging river. The mountains on the opposite bank were teeming with tigers and beasts, all surging into the river in one fell swoop... Their momentum was overwhelming, and human power could not stop them.

Li Xian sighed, "This world is full of wonders, but also full of dangers!"

The helmsman was in a panic and had no choice but to turn back and dock at the shore. After Li Xian and Wen Caishang disembarked, they immediately asked the steward, "In this situation, when can we set sail again?"

The steward said, "You're in very bad luck! The ship is damaged, and it will be difficult to sail for the next few days."

Li Xian and Wen Caishang exchanged a glance. Wen Caishang sighed softly, having no choice but to accept it. Li Xian comforted her, "Let's walk along the river and find another boat shop."

Wen Caishang said, "That's the only way." The boat shop refused to refund any money, and Li Xian, too lazy to argue, braved the rain and headed out that very night.

He cut two lotus leaves and walked close to them. Li Xian sighed, "When bad luck strikes, even drinking water can cause problems!"

In reality... Heavenly Dao's justice is fair. The Earthly Radiance has been rarely seen for hundreds of years, how precious it is! If it were obtained honestly and fairly, it would not be plagued by misfortune. To try to seize the Earthly Radiance would only harm Heaven's fortune.

Numerous obstacles... there are many to speak of. But it is precisely because of this that we can see the immense gains Wen Caishang has made. The rain is gradually thinning, but it keeps dripping, making the soil wet and sticky, and it looks like it will continue for a long time.

The next day at dawn.

A mournful cry came from the river... Tiger Luo Sect and Elephant Rakshasa Sect rode in boats, retrieving tiger carcasses from the river. Thousands, even tens of thousands of them. With each scoop of the iron net, several tiger corpses were retrieved.

If the tiger beast still had a breath left, the entire Tiger Luo Sect was overjoyed and fed it "Tiger Saliva Jade-Blood Dew" to preserve its life force and invigorate its vital energy. If it could survive for three days, it would transform into a "River-Turning Strange Tiger," with a huge body that River-Turner waves, making it extremely ferocious and powerful.

If the tiger is dead, its skin and bones can be used for a wide range of purposes, such as refining medicine, making hides, crafting tools, and brewing elixirs. A single tiger can bring considerable profits.

Why is the "Tiger Saliva Jade-Blood Pill" of the Tiger Luo Sect so effective in healing heart wounds and preserving life? It is because it is tailored to the time, place, circumstances, and situation. If the medicine is not effective, the "River-Turning Tiger" will become the "Sinking River Tiger".

Wen Caishang said, "A sect needs stable assets to establish itself. Last night, Tiger Leaps River, countless amounts of silver and gold flowed into it. Now, the silver has temporarily sunk, while the gold has risen. They will be able to pan for gold in this great wave and return home laden with their spoils."

Tens of thousands of tigers drowned, most of them sinking into the river. After several days, the tiger carcasses would float on the surface, swollen and bloated. At that time, people from the surrounding towns would go into the river to retrieve the bodies and earn money.

The world is bustling with activity, all for profit... The more Li Xian saw, the more he realized. "It's no wonder you value profit so much. I look around, who doesn't? I also value profit, but in this life, one cannot only focus on profit."

Li Xian asked, "Why does Elephant Rakshasa Sect also collect tiger corpses?"

Wen Caishang said, "The Elephant Rakshasa Sect can also sell tiger carcasses for money. Moreover... if they find a live tiger that is still alive, the Elephant Rakshasa Sect will kill it immediately to prevent the Tiger Luo Sect from having another ' River-Turning Tiger). The conflict between the two sects will last for generations!"

We passed another boat shop. After inquiring further, we learned that many boat shops had stopped operating to avoid trouble because of the search for corpses in the Tiger Luo Sect and Elephant Rakshasa Sect.

As a result, Li Xian and Wen Caishang's waterway plan was greatly delayed. Li Xian sighed, "If we wait a few more days... even if Su Qiuwu and his group are stupid, they will have found us by now! The situation is truly dire!"

Li Xian calmed himself down and continued along the river. After walking for about another day, he visited several boat shops, and the answers he received were all the same.

Day three.

Having gained nothing more, Li Xian had to make a decision. He decided to abandon his exploration along the river and change his route.

Li Xian wanted to buy Terrain Map to re-organize the route. The two traveled for half a day and came to a large city. They quietly entered the city and suddenly felt that the people wandering around were very strange. There were many people with martial arts skills. Several people were secretly observing their surroundings.

Li Xian and Wen Caishang tried to conceal themselves and kept a low profile, but they were still glanced at several times, fortunately without being noticed. Li Xian became vigilant and immediately knew that the person pursuing them was close!

His figure turned and disappeared into an alley. He then caught a glimpse of an inn where several men carrying knives were renting rooms.

Wen Caishang said solemnly, "It's the Limitless Saber Sect."

"Corpse Rakshasa Village!"

Several mummified corpses stood still on the street in the distance.

The Yellow Sand Sect, the Limitless Saber Sect, the Tranquil Heart Sect, the Sword Rain Tower, the Corpse Rakshasa Village... have now completely formed a cage around them.

Their presence was ubiquitous in the surrounding cities, and the tightness of their encirclement, the intensity of their oppression, the ferocity of their advance, and the urgency of the situation were unprecedented.

Li Xian secretly observed that the Crimson List had been posted throughout the streets and alleys, and people were talking about the two of them everywhere.

The "Crimson List" summoned a large number of Jianghu practitioners who came to hunt down and kill Li Xian and Wen Caishang.

There's nowhere to go, neither to heaven nor to earth!

(Some readers are hoping for a quick update.)

We've gone as fast as we could, but it's hard to go any faster.

Each chapter already covers a lot of plot details: the scenery of the Tiger Leaps River, the inner workings of the Tiger Luo Sect, the manhunt and escape, the emotional shifts... If these elements were simplified or omitted, I don't know how you readers would feel reading it. But for me, writing it would be utterly dull.

There's also the issue of the plot dragging out; this particular scene did take a lot of time to develop. However, it concerns the emotional shift between Li Xian and Wen Caishang, so it was polished gradually.