Xiangrong's Life Was Short, Beauty's Fate Was Frail, Evil Lurked in Her Destiny, Yet She Chose to Act

Inside Qinglong Mansion, Tao Kulin called out, "Elder Sun, you flatter me! You are a senior in martial arts, how could I dare to be presumptuous? It's just that your departure without saying goodbye is quite strange. I was afraid I hadn't treated you well, so I inquired along the way."

The Heavenly Star Elder's real name is "Sun Chengxi," and he is a top-ranked figure in the Yunan Circuit Earth List. There are four major ranking lists in the world: the Heroes' List, the Beauty Ranking, the Divine Artifact Ranking, and the Crimson List. Each ranking list is divided into three levels: "Heaven," "Earth," and "Human."

The "Crimson List" primarily lists thieves and villains who commit heinous crimes; the greater the notoriety, the higher the ranking. The "Crimson List; Mortal List" is a mixed bag, mostly consisting of petty thieves and criminals such as mountain bandits, robbers, murderers, Flower Thief... Their martial arts skills are low, their abilities shallow, driven solely by malice. These lists are often temporarily issued by county governments and local authorities to call upon chivalrous heroes to punish evil and promote good. The "Crimson List; Earth List" is even more ruthless, mostly listing fugitives who have been on the run for years, with numerous heinous crimes that have caused a sensation. Their strength varies, but their evil deeds are immense, making them far from benevolent and not to be underestimated. As for the "Crimson List; Heaven List," those who are extremely wicked in their respective regions are truly the most heinous criminals in the world.

The Heroes' List is filled with powerful figures who possess considerable influence, background, strength, and martial arts skills. Those who make the list are by no means weak, making it the most prestigious of the four rankings! A commentary on the ranking states. "Those who do not enter the Heroes' Ranking are not true men; dragons coil and tigers crouch, dominating the world; the heroic spirit of all ages is contained within this ranking!" This ranking is the most sought-after, and many derivative rankings have emerged, such as the "Prefectural City Heroes' Heroes Ranking," the "Young Heroes Ranking," and the "True Heroes Ranking"... The list is vast and countless.

The "Heroes' List" and "Mortal List" are mostly powerful figures with a great reputation in a region, prefecture, or state. If one has good talent and is relatively young, even if one's strength is weak, one can still make it onto the list.

However, one must step onto the "Heroes' List" and "Earth List" to truly gain worldwide attention and become known to all. The so-called "Earth List" refers to a domain, such as "Yunan Circuit," "Longxiong Circuit," "Guanlong Circuit," "Wanghe Circuit," etc., which contains the "seventy-two" strongest individuals with the strongest backgrounds, strength, martial arts, methods, and spirit.

The Beauty Ranking " consists mostly of beauties whose names have been passed down through generations. Although Tao Xiangrong is short-lived, her reputation is not unfounded, and she has already earned a place on the " Beauty Ranking."The Heaven List and Earth List of the " Beauty Ranking " do not list any order or ranking, but only the names of the beauties. Because women are prone to jealousy, the ranking has caused quite a stir on several occasions, making the martial arts world restless.

The list of names reads, "The most outstanding woman in the Heavenly Palace, Tao Shi Xiangrong hidden behind Zi Sha, every frown and smile exudes charm, enough to make even the most valiant hero succumb. If you ask who holds the most renowned name, look to the Heavenly Palace to glimpse Xiangrong."

Sun Chengxi had already reached the 71st place on the "Yunan Circuit Heroes' List - Earth List" in his early years. He then disappeared for a long time before reappearing, now ranking 63rd on the "Yunan Circuit Heroes' List - Earth List".

Tao Kulin was ranked seventyth on the "Longxiong Circuit Heroes' List, Earth List." Yesterday, he was invited to a banquet and had a detailed conversation with Tao Xiangrong. Hearing the beauty's lament and grievances, he roughly understood the situation and was invigorated. He was also told that Tao Xiangrong had asked him to act as the "host" tomorrow and talk with Sun Chengxi, which would take up a little more of his time. Tao Kulin then thought that this man was once ranked seventy-first on the "Yunan Circuit, Earth List." Even if he had made progress in recent years and moved up a few places in the ranking, he was indeed several places higher than him. However, the "Longxiong Circuit" and the "Yunan Circuit" were different places, and the strength of one could not be determined entirely by the order of the rankings.

After careful consideration, he decided that he was willing to stand up for the beauty, fight injustice, and demonstrate his heroic spirit to win her favor. He was also willing to test his skills against heroes from other places, using this opportunity to stretch his muscles and bones. Wouldn't that be wonderful? So he readily agreed.

That day, in place of "Tao Xiangrong," she received Sun Chengxi at the Cloud-Dream Pavilion in Rosy Cloud Heaven. Sun Chengxi arrived at Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower, thinking, "This girl lost her treasure, so she naturally suspects that the guests at the Peach Banquet stole it. This time, she invited all the heroes to see for herself who is the most suspicious. Now it's my turn. Hehe, this girl is still young. When we meet, I don't care whether you suspect me or not, I will just deny it. What can you do to me?" Upon seeing Tao Kulin, he was stunned for a moment, then realized that he had fallen into a trap. This was a ploy to Li Mountain. He thought, "This woman is bolder than I expected. She has already guessed that I stole the treasure. Knowing that questioning is useless, she directly Li Mountain and sneaked into my residence to steal it! Even if you are the most beautiful courtesan, if you are in my residence, I will kill you with one palm. Let's see what Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower has to say then!" He immediately rushed back in a menacing manner.

Seeing Sun Chengxi suddenly leave, Tao Kulin knew he had been alerted and immediately used his martial arts to stop him. Sun Chengxi was no weakling either; seeing Tao Kulin's obstruction, he immediately retaliated, his attacks becoming even more ferocious. Tao Kulin, preferring to prolong the fight rather than engage in a life-or-death struggle, was intimidated by the momentum and retreated several steps. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Sun Chengxi used his lightness skill to escape. Tao Kulin was extremely annoyed and immediately followed, looking for various excuses to stop him. However, due to his concerns, he never dared to use any ruthless moves, while Sun Chengxi faced no resistance, his attacks vicious and incomparably fierce. One side was hesitant and timid, while the other displayed his full prowess; how could Tao Kulin stop him for long? Sun Chengxi soon returned to Azure Cage Abode, and Tao Kulin, close by, followed him there as well.

Tao Kulin felt a wave of Tao Xiangrong, and tried his best to remain polite. Sun Chengxi sneered, "What's the point of drinking with a grown man like you? I need to find a beautiful woman to drink with to be truly satisfied. If you continue to spoil my enjoyment, hmph, don't blame me for not showing any consideration for face since we're both from the same Earth List."

He then went towards the bedroom.

Tao Kulin thought to himself, "I, Tao Kulin, am a hero of the Earth List. Although I have no enmity with this Sun Chengxi, I have already promised Miss Tao, so I must do my best. If I just cower and let things go, I will lose not only my face, but also the face of the Tao Kulin Longxiong Circuit." His eyes flashed with a sharp light, and he said, "Old Master Sun is too kind. You may leave, but at least finish a cup of wine before you go. Please drink." After saying that, he immediately took action and splashed the wine that he had been holding all the way, flying over eaves and walls without spilling a drop.

Sun Chengxi, "That little bitch, she's born with a beautiful face, she really can make heroes risk their lives for her." He gently pushed his palm and used the "Air-Splitting Palm," a common palm technique in the Yunan Circuit, but when Sun Chengxi used it, the martial arts evolved into something divine, and his palm technique was Perfection. The palm force spread out and the inner steam instantly enveloped everything in front of him, causing the dust, wine, and flying leaves in front of him to all suspend as if they were still.

The wine came with great force, hovering in mid-air for a moment. Tao Kulin exclaimed, "What a skill!" He used a similar martial art, "Void-Shaking Fist," taking three steps to close the distance instantly and throwing a punch straight at Sun Chengxi. The punch was very straight, its blade passing right through the hovering wine.

The fist contained immense shockwaves; the liquor that touched the fist was instantly vaporized. At first glance, it appeared as if it were evaporating and rising. Sun Chengxi raise and palm strike; the collision of fist and palm produced a sharp, strange sound, and the surrounding air instantly stopped.

A moment of silence...

Sun Chengxi's black mink hat flew off, and his long hair, half white and half black, flew wildly. Behind Sun Chengxi, a three-zhang-tall pavilion suddenly had its bricks and tiles fall to the ground with a "crackling" sound.

After their brief exchange, Sun Chengxi skillfully deflected Tao Kulin's punches behind him, which should have landed on the pavilion.

Tao Kulin missed his punch and shouted, "Impressive!" He then swept his leg out. Sun Chengxi was furious and refused to avoid the attack, so he kicked back. The two kicks collided, and the courtyard where the two stood rippled like waves.

The martial arts techniques displayed by the two were incredibly powerful, resulting in unimaginable wonders. The intricacies of these techniques were known only to the two of them. They exchanged kicks several times, and with each kick, ripples spread across the ground. The sand, grass, and blue bricks on the ground all resembled soft silk.

In an instant, seven kicks were exchanged, and the ground Classic of Difficult Issues the ravages. With several loud rumbles, waves of earth, several meters high, were blasted up. The turf was completely destroyed, and black mud was splashed everywhere, dripping onto the trees, roof tiles, and the ground... What was once a quiet and peaceful residence was instantly covered in mud.

The blue bricks on the ground were all overturned. Tao Kulin and Sun Chengxi were still locked in fierce combat. Although it was a battle of fists and feet, the danger lay in the profound mysteries of the various martial arts techniques. For example, when Sun Chengxi used the move "Moon-Howling Palm; Slanting Moon Cleaves Mountain," the palm technique was simply a left-to-right diagonal palm strike. However, his martial arts cultivation was not shallow; he had already stepped into the "above the Third Realm," and his martial arts evolution was profound. When he struck out, the movement of his hand was still a left-to-right diagonal palm strike. But at the moment of striking out, the Inner Steam transformed into three sharp moon rays, which followed the palm strike and flashed out. The moon rays were like hidden blades, and touching them was like being cut by a knife. If the opponent could break the fist and foot techniques of "Slanting Moon Cleaves Mountain," but could not see the strange phenomenon and effect evolved by his cultivation, even if he avoided the palm technique, he could not avoid the sharp moon rays and would be cut to death on the spot.

The same martial art, when performed at the levels of the Martial Realm: No Realm, First Martial Realm, Second Martial Realm, and Third Martial Realm, is completely different. For example, Li Xian's "Flicked-Finger Golden Light" Middle Vehicle martial art. When performed at the Martial Realm: No Realm, Flicked-Finger Golden Light is merely a method of "throwing hidden weapons".

They only used a handful of hidden weapons, such as silver needles, pebbles, and leaves.

When First Martial Realm, in addition to the moves, the martial arts have already evolved. The Flicked-Finger Golden Light transforms from the method of "throwing hidden weapons" into the method of "attacking hidden weapons with mystery". When "silver needles", "pebbles" and "leaves" are flicked out, the hidden weapons are covered with a faint golden light, which can confuse the enemy's eyes and ears.

When one reaches the Second Martial Realm, the evolution of martial arts takes another step forward. One can then break free from "hidden weapons," undergo a transformation, and be able to manipulate and launch golden light, detaching from physical support.

Furthermore, one can chisel through walls to borrow light, and manipulate the quality of the light at will, creating countless variations.

The two clashed, each throwing a punch and kick, their moves ever-changing and endlessly evolving. Tao Kulin moved stones and threw logs with divine might, while Sun Chengxi ripped the ground and demolished buildings with equal skill. Sun pounded his chest, drumming and spewing fierce mist, while Tao raised his palm, pushing waves and creating clouds and rain. Neither gave an inch, neither lost. But the green trees and red buildings suffered terribly, some collapsing, others destroyed. Birds fled in panic, cicadas and butterflies couldn't escape. In the Azure-Cage Residence Courtyard, the weather changed drastically in an instant, ultimately turning it into a scene of utter devastation.

After fighting for a long time, Tao Kulin gradually felt weak and was on the verge of collapse, his strength slightly inferior. He was struck by a palm in the shoulder and a claw in the chest, and was knocked back several steps. Sun Chengxi sneered, just about to press his advantage. Suddenly, a Zen-like sound resounded. A red-robed monk flew down from a high place, blocking the two men.

Tao Kulin's fist and Sun Chengxi's palm struck the red-robed monk simultaneously. The monk's body swelled up, becoming like a balloon in an instant. Then, little by little, he thinned out, returning to his original size. Tao Kulin and Sun Chengxi were both startled and retreated. Tao Kulin feigned composure, but his hands and feet trembled slightly as he thought to himself, "The heroes of the world are indeed not to be underestimated. The heroes of my Longxiong Circuit have always looked down on Yunan Circuit. But today's exchange has truly taught me a lesson. In the future, unless there is a reason, it would be best to avoid this Sun fellow." He had already lost half the battle.

Sun Chengxi said, "The Chaotic Heaven Grand Origin Art? Monk Ciming, well, you've come to stir things up too?"

The red-robed monk said, "No, I am the Heaven-Watcher the Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower. I have come here to preside over some unpleasant affairs that have arisen within the pavilion." Sun Chengxi retorted, "Preside over affairs? What are you doing at my residence?" The red-robed monk said, "Please calm down, everyone. Let's clarify this matter to avoid any misunderstandings. Please follow me."

Upon reaching the depths of the Azure-Cage Residence, passing through a long corridor, one arrives at a flower garden. Beside a cluster of vibrant flowers, a young couple is admiring the blossoms. Both are remarkably well-proportioned; the man is tall and dashing, while the woman is graceful and alluring. Standing together, they are more eye-catching than the flowers themselves.

Hearing footsteps, the two turned around and called out, "Ci Ming Ciming." The graceful woman bowed and said again, "Hero Tao! Elder Sun! Long time no see." It was Li Xian and Tao Xiangrong. It turned out that after the two dealt with the "Snow Python" and "Crocodile Dragon," they failed to find the Golden Lock. They guessed that the Golden Lock was on Sun Chengxi. Tao Xiangrong lit a signal to summon the Monk Ciming from Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower.

Try to negotiate and get the Golden Lock back.

Sun Chengxi sneered, "I said a rat had entered the mansion, and it turns out it's you, this beautiful rat. Miss Tao, you're quite something. With your beauty and status, whatever you want, just tell Tao Kulin, and he'll give you his whole heart. Why debase yourself by committing this theft?" His words were laced with sarcasm, both belittling Tao Xiangrong and Tao Kulin.

Monk Ciming said, "Everything has a cause and an effect. Benefactor Sun, please calm down. Benefactor Xiaotao told me that she lost a piece of gold a few days ago, and it might be with you. Is this true?"

Sun Chengxi said, "What gold? Hehe, if we're talking about gold, Miss Tao probably has as much as she wants. The maids who serve her, the servants who sweep the floor, and even the men who share her bed can easily take a piece or two. What's so strange about that? Are you perhaps just looking for an excuse to deliberately make things difficult for me? Taking gold is just a pretext; you really want to rob me?"

The Monk Ciming said, "This..."

He was the Heaven-Watcher the "Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower," a Buddhist Western Buddhist Sect. He had long lived in seclusion, accompanied only by the ancient Buddha and the dim lamp, rarely concerning himself with worldly matters. Yesterday, he suddenly heard that Tao Xiangrong asking for help, and he felt it was only right to assist her, so he immediately agreed.

He needed to inquire with Sun Chengxi now to understand the whole situation before discussing how to resolve it. Although Sun Chengxi's attitude seemed inappropriate, he didn't know the full picture and couldn't make a hasty judgment.

Tao Kulin said, "Sun Chengxi, you are utterly shameless. With your status, you still dare to steal other people's valuables. If you readily admit it and return the treasure, everyone will consider you a hero for your courage and responsibility."

Sun Chengxi said, "Hmph, I, Sun, am a man of my word. If I said I didn't take it, then I didn't take it. If you insist on framing me, I will not sit idly by and wait to die. However, for the prestigious Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower to first host Peach Banquet to lure me here, and then set up a dangerous ambush to kill me, if this were to spread, it would surely be despised by all the heroes of the world. At that time, I wonder if anyone will dare to attend the Peach Banquet of Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower."

Tao Kulin cursed incessantly, "You scoundrel, how dare you call yourself a hero on the Earth List! For the experts and powerful figures of the Yunan Circuit to be ranked alongside you is a lifelong disgrace!" Sun Chengxi said, "Hmph, you're just a defeated opponent, yet you dare to bark like that. If you want to make a move, then so be it. I, Sun, am not a pushover. If you can't defeat me today, hehe, my Southern Heaven Sect has countless followers, and we'll have plenty of opportunities to stir up trouble in the future. It'll be quite a spectacle. Hahahaha."

Tao Xiangrong calmly said, "My gold item is made of a special material. If no one steals it, there is absolutely no possibility of it being lost. I noticed that Senior Sun wants to forge Golden Longevity Bell, but he is still missing one item, which happens to be my gold item."

Sun Chengxi stared intently, his eyes narrowing slightly as he swept his gaze over the assembled crowd, a faint killing intent emanating from him. He thought, "Fine, first Tao Kulin, then Old Ci Ming, both determined to make things difficult for me. I'm seething with anger, and I need to find someone to vent my frustration on. This brat next to Tao Xiangrong looks a bit like Tao Xiangrong young master. If I can't kill Tao Xiangrong, I'll kill this kid first, to put an end to your arrogance." He then turned the tables, saying, "You dare say you're not a thief? Daring to enter my bedroom without permission? I, Sun, hate nothing more than those who pry into my private affairs. This Miss Tao is from the Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower; we'll deal with her later. I'll kill this brat first!" With that, he immediately raised his hand and struck.

Tao Xiangrong gritted her teeth and stood in front of Li Xian.

Monk Ciming stood in front of the two, using his body to take the blow. His body swelled from the force, and with a slight jolt, he caused Sun Chengxi to stagger back several steps. Tao Kulin tried to protect him, but he was a fraction too slow, and his face paled slightly, realizing that he was no match for Sun Chengxi.

Li Xian caught a whiff of fragrance and saw Tao Xiangrong standing calmly in front of him, looking beautiful and serene. He suddenly thought, "In that moment of crisis, Tao Xiangrong me. It didn't seem like she was plotting anything. She... actually has some genuine affection for me."

Sun Chengxi said in a deep voice, "Very well, Monk Ciming, you've decided to oppose me!" Monk Ciming replied, "Not at all. Please calm down, Benefactor Sun, and carefully explain the matter to clarify the truth."

The Monk Ciming asked, "Little Peach, what makes you so certain that your gold is on Benefactor Sun?"

Tao Xiangrong said, "A Xiangrong days ago, I noticed the gold items were missing. After investigating the details of the Peach Banquet and considering the circumstances of that day, I find this Senior Sun to be highly suspicious." Sun Chengxi sneered, "With so many people at the banquet that day, there were probably countless people capable of stealing your treasures. There were even more suspicious people. You dare to trespass on my residence based solely on suspicion?"

Tao Xiangrong said, "Xiangrong the past few days, I have met with and eliminated all suspicious individuals. That's why I suspect it was Senior Sun's doing." She said softly, "Xiangrong someone as powerful as Senior Sun wouldn't even consider that treasure. He was just curious and borrowed it to play with it for a while. Xiangrong absolutely no intention of blaming Senior Sun, but this item is a matter of life and death. I Xiangrong Senior Sun will return it. If possible, I will repay you with a generous gift. Xiangrong all the responsibility for any damage to the plants and trees in this mansion."

Sun Chengxi remained unmoved and said, "Oh? It concerns your life?"

Tao Xiangrong sighed, "Now that things have come to this, I will not hide it from you seniors. If it were just an ordinary Precious Extraordinary Treasures, no matter how valuable, Senior Sun could take it if he liked it. But that one item has been with Xiangrong since childhood, binding my Xiangrong."

"Xiangrong is only forty years old, and now more than half of that time has passed. Every year on the fourth day of the fourth month and the fourth day of the twelfth month, my whole body feels cold and weak, and I feel lightheaded, as if my feet cannot touch the ground. If it weren't for that thing that keeps me alive and locks me in the human world, I would soon be gone. That's why I have to ask to be returned."

Tao Kulin sighed, "Beauty is fleeting, beauty is fleeting, what a pity! Forty years of life, in the grand scheme of martial arts, is but a fleeting moment, a brief moment of splendor."

Monk Ciming said, "So there's such a hidden story. Little Peach, you should have spoken earlier, and I would have done my best to assist you." Ci Ming Tao Xiangrong said, "Thank you, Senior Ci Ming. I didn't want to publicize this matter, and it's a private matter for Xiangrong. But Senior Sun asked, so I had no choice but to tell you."

Sun Chengxi sneered, "Hmph, I think you're just afraid that if word gets out, no one will pursue you anymore. On the Beauty Ranking, Tao Xiangrong, the most beautiful woman in the Heavenly Pavilion, is extremely beautiful, but unfortunately, she's short-lived. If this gets out, who would still want to pursue you?"

"Besides, you've already lived most of your life. What difference does it make whether you live a few more or a few less years? Non-Self steal that gold!"

Monk Ciming said, "Since this concerns Benefactor Xiaotao's life, this matter cannot be ambiguous. I possess a Ci Ming art that can verify whether Benefactor Sun's words are true or false. If you have indeed stolen Benefactor Xiaotao's treasure, please return it truthfully."

Sun Chengxi said coldly, "What if not?" Monk Ciming replied, "Although Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower not a sect or clan, it does possess some strength and ability. We are not so easily bullied. Our tower has always operated on the principle of opening its doors for business, and we are willing to humble ourselves to treat our guests well. However, there must always be limits. If Blue-Heavens Long Dream Tower were a sect, given the usual practices of sects, Benefactor Sun would probably no longer be alive."

Sun Chengxi said, "With you? With your defense-only approach, what can you do to me?" Monk Ciming said, "I am not Ci Ming only one Heaven-Watcher. Ci Ming sworn that I will never harm a single person in my life. But others may not have made such a vow."

Sun Chengxi's face was grim, unaware of Tao Xiangrong's short lifespan. The Monk Ciming said, "I have a scroll of the True-Heart Scripture. This sutra is divided into two parts: one is ' Questioning Scripture,' and the other is ' Answering Scripture.' The one who recites the ' Questioning Scripture ' may ask the one who recites the ' Answering Scripture ' a question. The one who recites the Answering Scripture' must answer truthfully." Tao Kulin said, "Since you have this, why not take it out sooner?" The Monk Ciming said, "Questioning Scripture, Questioning Scripture... Truth is hard to find in this world. To find a single truth, one often has to endure countless suspicions, suspicion like a knife. Therefore, reciting the Questioning Scripture is like feeling the pain of being stabbed by a knife or axe."

"But when reciting Answering Scripture, there is no unusual sensation. However, if one utters falsehoods, it is as if a thousand needles are piercing the body, causing unbearable pain."

Tao Xiangrong said, "Then please, Senior Ci Ming, bestow the scriptures. Xiangrong to ask Senior Sun."

Monk Ciming shook his head and said, "It's not that simple. 'One should not ask oneself about the Questioning Scripture.' Back then, the Wutian Buddha of the Western Regions passed down this scripture, foreseeing that it might one day become a question about private matters between men and women, a scripture trapped in love. Therefore, he set the constraint of ' Questioning Scripture should not ask oneself about the scriptures.' One should not inquire about one's own affairs." Tao Xiangrong was taken aback.

The Monk Ciming said, "Benefactor Tao, please recite the Questioning Scripture' to inquire on behalf of Miss Xiaotao. Benefactor Sun, please recite the ' Answering Scripture.' I earnestly hope you will not refuse. If you refuse, even though I am old and Ci Ming, I can still tell right from wrong. It might cause quite a scene." Sun Chengxi snorted coldly, "Hmph! I will remember what happened today!" He took the "Answering Scripture," and suddenly, noticing the unusual atmosphere, laughed loudly, "Hahaha, I dare to read the Answering Scripture, but will anyone read the Questioning Scripture? Hahaha."

Tao Kulin's expression was strange as he asked, "This... this... Master Ci Ming, why can't I sing in your place?" He thought to himself, "If Tao Xiangrong for a short life, I would gladly endure any hardship this sutra Questioning Scripture, even if it meant being hacked to pieces. But... Tao Xiangrong is but a fleeting moment. This seems somewhat unworthy, and to offend the dead Sun Chengxi for this is not a wise choice."

Monk Ciming was taken aback and said, "I need to be aware of the situation, so I cannot recite the ' Questioning Scripture.' Moreover, the experience of ' Questioning Scripture ' is indeed unpleasant. It requires a very strong will."

Tao Kulin looked at Tao Xiangrong and said, "Miss Tao, I have done my best to help you today. But... but... you will have to face the consequences yourself." Tao Xiangrong and said, "It's alright. I will remember your Xiangrong, Hero Tao. This is... it is fate."

Tao Xiangrong asked, "If Xiangrong is not short-lived, would you, Hero Tao, be willing to Questioning Scripture scriptures for me today?" Tao Kulin replied, "This..." with an embarrassed expression.

Tao Xiangrong sighed softly, "Xiangrong understands." Her voice sounded somewhat weak.

Sun Chengxi said, "Monk Ciming, don't say I'm not cooperating. I'm usually very busy and can't let this matter delay me for too long. I'll give you one incense stick's time to quickly find someone to recite the ' Questioning Scripture.' You won't be able to wait until then."

"Miss Peach is naturally beautiful; she must command a huge following. Even if it's just for one night of her beauty, countless men would surely shield her from harm. I just wonder if these men could withstand the power of the Questioning Scripture.' Hahaha, I'm afraid they'd scramble away after reciting a couple of lines."

Seeing Sun Chengxi's repeated sneers, and observing that even the dignified and heroic Tao Kulin seemed rather pathetic, Li Xian thought to himself, "Tao Xiangrong is truly a pitiful woman. Though she was exceptionally beautiful, her life was tragically short. Her youth was fleeting, impossible to hold onto or protect. I still find her troublesome. Now that this case is over, I sincerely hope to have no further involvement with her."

"These two heroes are like this: one is utterly despicable and shameless, the other is a womanizer who is fickle. If Tao Kulin hadn't been swayed by beauty from the start, that would have been understandable. He was initially attracted by her, but upon learning of his impending death, his attitude immediately changed. His previous heroic spirit was nothing more than a calculated move for personal gain. While such calculations are understandable, they lack... a certain swagger of the chivalrous spirit of the martial world. Must one have desires to achieve anything?" "I'll do something foolish too."

He then shouted, "I can recite the Questioning Scripture!"

His voice was loud and clear, utterly pure, unrelated to appearance or love, and even less related to lust or profit. There was a touch of wickedness in his nature. He simply wanted to do what others wouldn't.