Chapter 280: with translation of chapter title

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"The legacy of Mengde?" Zuo Lengchan's eyes shot forth strange light, he raised his brows and laughed: "You flatter me. I, Zuo, am merely a martial man; though I am the master of Songshan and hold the seat of Alliance Chief of the Five Sacred Peaks, I already feel unworthy of it—how dare I compare myself to the ancients!"

Everyone stared in shock; those who knew Zuo Lengchan knew he was usually stern, yet facing an enemy like Feng Yi he showed a smile—truly strange.

Those unaware of Feng Yi's past still thought they were old friends reunited after a long time, exchanging respectful greetings here.

"The ancients?" Feng Yi chuckled and said: "It seems you hold Cao Cao in great esteem—could it be that his ambition to unify the realm by consolidating power and strengthening central authority aligns with your own?"

Cao Cao has always been a byword for villainy, only in modern times has his reputation improved somewhat, so Zuo Lengchan's calling him an "ancient sage" is truly out of place.

Zuo Lengchan's pupils contracted like needles, and he coldly said: "Mengde is a hero of the age—how could I not esteem him?"

His strategies are clear and far-reaching, his transformations endless; even when his troops are broken, his will does not waver; in peril he remains unmoved, when deciding matters he leaves no regret; whether serving at court or wandering the martial world, he is worthy of emulation by all—and it is not only I who think so.

"What a fine saying—'though troops are broken, will not falter'!" Feng Yi laughed loudly: "Since you esteem Cao Cao so highly, you must be well versed in the art of war—know yourself and know your enemy, a hundred battles without danger. With you mustering such forces, are you not afraid of failing to subdue me and bringing disgrace upon yourself?"

Zuo Lengchan shook his head and said: "The military tactics you speak of are for the court, but whether I come or not concerns the righteousness of the martial world."

Raising his voice and looking around, he said: "The Demonic Cult runs rampant across the realm not because they are inherently strong, but because the orthodox martial world, due to sectarian prejudices, cannot unite; this causes some to flee at the first sign of wind, to lose courage at the sight of it, and to fail to uphold martial righteousness."

Though I am merely a martial man, I also know what Mengzi said: "When I examine myself and find no fault, I will advance even against tens of thousands." We martial artists, when our brother sects are helpless, instead hide to preserve our own reputation, mouthing benevolence and righteousness—how can we be called human?

The heroes immediately applauded: "Well said!"

"The Alliance Chief speaks with reason!"

Zuo Lengchan, versed and strong-willed, intent on uniting the Five Sacred Peaks and leading the martial world, finds his ambition akin to Cao Cao's to unify the realm; his words now carry hidden barbs, aimed at many.

Having rebutted Feng Yi, he also disparaged Yue Buqun's refusal to aid the Qingcheng Sect, holding him in great contempt.

Feng Yi knew Zuo Lengchan was the chief instigator of turmoil in the martial world, yet he did not wish to fight him, fearing to damage Zuo's martial spirit or accidentally kill him, which would deprive the martial world of excitement, leave him without a goal, and take away his enjoyment.

Moreover, losing this familiar rival would be disadvantageous to him as well, for he understood Zuo Lengchan's character: though his deeds are ruthless, he is a man who keeps his word—a genuine petty person, easier to deal with than the hypocrites lurking in the shadows.

Because Feng Yi felt that within a day, news of his obtaining the Evil-Resisting Sword Manual could spread throughout Hengshan City, he assumed the informant must be an expert—likely only a few such individuals—but he thought Yue Buqun was the most likely.

After all, he himself had once pointed out Yue Buqun in the Group Jade Courtyard as also coveting the Evil-Resisting Sword Manual; given Yue's nature, how could he not bear a grudge?

Therefore, upon hearing Zuo Lengchan's words, Feng Yi found them rather endearing and couldn't help glancing at Yue Buqun.

Alas, Yue remained calm and composed, as if he hadn't heard, which made Feng Yi admire his cultivation of qi.

Actually, Zuo Lengchan is no different; Yue Buqun's submissive attitude also makes him wary, prompting him to send spies early to investigate the other's foundations, lest his own schemes benefit others.

Suddenly someone shouted: "Senior brother's words are absolutely correct; if even ten thousand people fear nothing, what is one person?"

As the words were spoken, three people stepped out of the crowd: one tall and sturdy like an iron tower, another broad-shouldered and wide-backed with piercing glares—these were the Songshan Guardians, "Tuota Shou" Ding Mian and "Xianhe Shou" Lu Bai.

Between them stood a person with a pallid, sunken face; at first glance he seemed smaller, and indeed he was the former 'Da Songyang Shou' Fei Bin, who had once shown off his might at the Liu household.

Feng Yi rested a hand on his waist and laughed heartily: "Hero Fei, it's been days—how have you been?"

Fei Bin's narrow eyes snapped open, gleaming with hatred; he gave a faint smile and said: "I've heard that Hero Feng has been indulging in licentious romance with the Demonic Cult's enchantress; seeing you today, you still retain your former grace—that too is cause for joy."

Hearing this, Ren Yingying's eyes filled with killing intent, her fists clenched, and she already pondered how to make Fei Bin die a miserable death.

Feng Yi, however, laughed loudly, swept his gaze over, and saw Ding Mian, Lu Bai, Le Hou and the other four peak experts forming a semicircle behind Zuo Lengchan; hearing the faint rustling from nearby houses and trees, he realized someone was lurking, and muttered to himself: "Damn, so many formidable figures have shown up—Zuo Lengchan is being cautious."

"In the past, when I agreed to a duel with Ren Woxing, we each brought our junior disciples; now, after long seclusion, I don't know how many of the Thirteen Guardians he has brought, and besides there are experts of the Five Sacred Peaks, members of the Demonic Cult holding poisonous waters—advantage is not with me!"

Feeling somewhat dispirited, he thought of withdrawing, but the notion flashed away; his pride surged, and he declared loudly: "Well, it's rare that the Five Sacred Peaks Sword Sect and the Demonic Cult mobilize forces and gather here for my sake alone."

"My reputation would far surpass that of the former demon chief Ren Woxing and Dongfang Bubai; though I had wanted to leave, I feel that would be lacking—later, the beauties of the martial world might look down on me. Will you come at me one by one, or all at once? Let's begin!"

In the battle at Hengshan City, Feng Yi faced the many experts of the Five Sacred Peaks Sect personally; recalling his heroic bearing and peerless divine skill, it was truly like a mayfly seeing the sky—leaving one intoxicated and yearning.

How strong Feng Yi is—those of low martial ability cannot truly sense it; in any case, everyone judges by a single move, which is the principle that a frog in a well cannot see the heavens.

But for top-tier experts like those of the Five Sacred Peaks Sect, whose martial cultivation has already reached the highest realm, they usually console themselves with idle talk.

One believes his sword technique is exquisite, another trusts his inner strength is deep, yet seeing Feng Yi defeat three Songshan Guardians with a flick of hand and foot in an instant, they know how difficult and formidable that is.

Thus they finally understand what the Way of Martial Learning is—vast, profound, endless.

And who could know the limits of Feng Yi's ability?

This is also why the Hengshan Sect's abbess, Dingxian, a nun who hardly concerns herself with worldly affairs, would travel a thousand miles just to see Feng Yi.

This also explains why the arrogant, self-important Zuo Lengchan, who would normally press his advantage like Mount Tai crushing an egg, still dares not provoke Feng Yi.

Because although Feng Yi is new to the martial world and not yet famous, one can already see he is half-rogue, half-righteous; as an old hand like Zuo Lengchan, he knows well that bearing a grudge against such a person is dangerous unless he can be killed in a single blow.

He will surely take harsh revenge; though our Songshan Sect has many numbers and strength, could he possibly come openly?

Once he resorts to sneak attacks and scheming, it becomes an endless life-and-death struggle—who could endure that?

Therefore, Zuo Lengchan hopes, unless absolutely necessary, to treat Feng Yi with respect and courtesy, so as to avoid trouble.

The heroes saw Feng Yi surrounded by orthodox and demonic experts and nearly a thousand others, yet he strolled as if in a tranquil forest, calm and carefree, directly challenging them—whose heart would not be won by such bearing?

The field fell silent, then Yue Buqun laughed and said: "Hero Feng, you misunderstand; we came not to fight you."

Feng Yi furrowed his brows and asked: "Then why?"

Zuo Lengchan clasped his hands and said: "We have learned that Hero Feng, in just a few moves, caused the renowned Qingcheng Sect to vanish; the Qingcheng disciples, eager for revenge, also claim you stole their Heart-Destroying Palm, and so I have come to uphold justice for them."

I wonder what kind of person Hero Feng is?

From the Hengshan incident alone, one can see that you are proud and arrogant, looking down on others, unrestrained and suave—a true upright hero who would surely scorn petty deeds.

This is the petty mind measuring the gentleman's belly, yet the Qingcheng Sect's desire to avenge their master cannot be dissuaded.

But we all belong to the martial world; to stand by idly would be contrary to our way. Hence we have invited the masters of Tai Shan, Bei Yue Hengshan, Nan Yue Hengshan, and Hua Shan, hoping to mediate—yet who would have thought that, arriving a step late, Hou Renying would again be slain by you!

Having spoken these words openly, Zuo Lengchan caused Feng Yi to blink in surprise, while the Qingcheng disciples flushed red with embarrassment, having nowhere to hide their shame.

Feng Yi fell silent for a moment, then let out a cold chuckle and said: "Though I do not dare to disparage myself, I also do not need the Alliance Chief's undue praise. That day, though I was said to have killed Chief Yu, it was merely a stroke of luck."

"As for the claim that the Qingcheng Sect has vanished, that is certainly not my doing; even if Hou Renying ought not to die, I have killed him—what will you do about it?"

Zuo Lengchan's face darkened; he pressed his lips together without answering, merely staring intently at Feng Yi.

Although he is arrogant, he also knows Feng Yi's martial skill is too high, that he has no chance of victory, and must not act rashly, lest honor turn to disgrace.

The so-called tactic of rushing en masse is an inferior plan.

Under the gaze of all, those of low standing could naturally do such a thing, given that his reputation in the martial world is simply not enough to face this person; better to learn more first. He intended to say a few kind words to Feng Yi to leave room for maneuver, but Feng Yi would not accept them, leaving him greatly embarrassed.

Yet seeing Feng Yi's face as white as jade, from his appearance he seems no older than thirty, yet his forehead bears white hair—his age is uncertain; perhaps his profound inner power grants him an ageless visage.

Zu Lengchan's sole aim was to unite the Five Peaks Sects; unable to gauge Feng Yi's abilities, he preferred to avoid violence if he could, lest he lose face before others; moreover, he still had the standing to push for the Five Peaks unification.

We need to keep meaning, not add. Let's produce a concise translation.

"Zu Lengchan only wanted to unify the Five Peaks School; unable to gauge Feng Yi's depth, he naturally preferred not to fight if he could avoid it, lest he lose prestige and face before others, and still have the face to push for the Five Peaks unification."

If he can avoid using force, he will avoid using force.

Now output: 【61】 Zu Lengchan only wanted to unify the Five Peaks School; unable to gauge Feng Yi's depth, he naturally preferred not to fight if he could avoid it, lest he lose prestige and face before others, and still have the face to push for the Five Peaks unification.

Make sure it's one line.

【79】

Translate: Yue Buqun laughed and said, "Feng Yi, we have come here with only one purpose: Fee's younger brother is severely wounded and incurable, and the Songshan School's fellow martial brothers are helpless. We Five Peaks Sword School, sharing the same breath and branches, have gathered at Songshan in obedience to the alliance chief's order; it is embarrassing to admit, but we are at a loss."

Fee's younger brother, Songshan School, Five Peaks Sword School, alliance chief, at a loss.

Let's craft: Yue Buqun laughed and said, "Feng Yi, we have come here with only one purpose: Fee's younger brother is severely wounded and incurable, and the Songshan School's fellow martial brothers are helpless. We Five Peaks Sword School, sharing the same breath and branches, have gathered at Songshan in obedience to the alliance chief's order; it is embarrassing to admit, but we are at a loss."

Check for extra: okay.

Only then did Alliance Chief Zu invite me together with Daoist Brother of Heaven's Gate and the two nuns Ding Xian and Ding Yi to come south, searching everywhere for Hero Feng, hoping you would save Fee's younger brother's life.

Translate: Only then did Alliance Chief Zu invite me together with the Daoist Brother of Heaven's Gate, and the two nuns Ding Xian and Ding Yi, to come south together, searching everywhere for Feng Yi, hoping you would save Fee's younger brother's life.

Only then did Alliance Chief Zu invite me together with the Daoist Brother of Heaven's Gate and the two nuns Ding Xian and Ding Yi to come south, searching everywhere for Feng Yi, hoping you would save Fee's younger brother's life.

Furthermore, I ask Hero Feng, in consideration of Alliance Chief Zu's benevolence, friendliness, and protection of brothers, to arouse great compassion and save Fee's younger brother.

Translate: Furthermore, I ask Feng Yi, in consideration of Alliance Chief Zu's benevolence, friendliness, and protection of brothers, to arouse great compassion and save Fee's younger brother.

Furthermore, I ask Feng Yi, in consideration of Alliance Chief Zu's benevolence, friendliness, and protection of brothers, to arouse great compassion and save Fee's younger brother.

Zu Lengchan glanced back at Yue Buqun, feeling resentful, but he did not dare to say it outright.

Translate: Zu Lengchan glanced back at Yue Buqun, feeling resentful in his heart, but he could not say it outright.

We need to keep names pinyin: Zu Lengchan, Yue Buqun.

Feng Yi smiled faintly and gazed at Zu Lengchan: "Is that so?"

Translate: Feng Yi smiled faintly as he looked at Zu Lengchan: "Is that so?"

Zu Lengchan turned his head and said, "Hero Feng, if you can relieve my Fee's junior martial brother's suffering, that would be best."

Translate: Zu Lengchan turned his head and said, "Feng Yi, if you can relieve my Fee's junior martial brother's suffering, that would be best."

Zu Lengchan turned his head and said, "Feng Yi, if you can relieve my Fee's junior martial brother's suffering, that would be best."

Feng Yi laughed, "Just a bit of chilling yin energy—nothing to stump Alliance Chief Zu; I didn't expect that!"

Translate: Feng Yi laughed, "Just a bit of chilling yin energy—nothing to stump Alliance Chief Zu; I didn't expect that!"

Feng Yi laughed, "Just a bit of chilling yin energy—nothing to stump Alliance Chief Zu; I didn't expect that!"

Zu Lengchan lowered his brows, sunk in thought, and remained silent for a long time.

Translate: Zu Lengchan lowered his brows, sunk in thought, and for a long time had nothing to say.

Suddenly Fei Bin let out a mournful laugh, dark qi bursting on his face, he grit his teeth and stared at Feng Yi, saying word by word: "Surname Feng, if you have the guts, just kill me; tormenting people is not what a man does!"

Translate: Suddenly Fei Bin let out a mournful laugh, dark qi bursting on his face, he grit his teeth and stared at Feng Yi, saying word by word: "Surname Feng, if you have the guts, just kill me; tormenting people is not what a man does!"

Feng Yi gave a slight smile and said calmly, "How coincidental—I love tormenting people; moreover, you Five Peaks Sword School, with many bullying the few, upon seeing a demon cult member you draw your sword and kill without hesitation, pretending not to see—Feng Mou also disdains doing that!"

Translate: Feng Yi gave a slight smile and said calmly, "How coincidental—I love tormenting people; moreover, you Five Peaks Sword School, with many bullying the few, upon seeing a demon cult member you draw your sword and kill without hesitation, pretending not to see—Feng Mou also disdains doing that!"

Zu Lengchan, cold-hearted and stern-faced, could not help but flare with anger, saying coldly, "Demon cultists certainly deserve to die; they will have their day of execution!"

Translate: Zu Lengchan, cold-hearted and stern-faced, could not help but flare with anger, saying coldly, "Demon cultists certainly deserve to die; they will have their day of execution!"

Zu Lengchan, cold-hearted and stern-faced, could not help but flare with anger, saying coldly, "Demon cultists certainly deserve to die; they will have their day of execution!"

"Nonsense!" Yet Jia Bu coldly snorted, saying, "I think Alliance Chief Zu should simply strike that half-dead junior martial brother dead with one palm, settle it once and for all, then we could let loose and go all out."

【136】

Translate: "Nonsense!" Yet Jia Bu coldly snorted, saying, "I think Alliance Chief Zu should simply strike that half-dead junior martial brother dead with one palm, settle it once and for all, then we could let loose and go all out."

Without rats, there's no need to avoid utensils; any scheming, any bullying of the few by the many, would be easier to employ—even if Feng Yi were made of iron, how many nails could he hammer?

Translate: Without rats, there's no need to avoid utensils; any scheming, any bullying of the few by the many, would be easier to employ—even if Feng Yi were made of iron, how many nails could he hammer?

Without rats, there's no need to avoid utensils; any scheming, any bullying of the few by the many, would be easier to employ—even if Feng Yi were made of iron, how many nails could he hammer?

"Not bad!" Shangguan Yun laughed heartily, "Using someone's family ties to blackmail is despicable, and you all do it—digging pits for Feng Yi, poisoning him, ambushing him when he relieves himself or bathes—surely that's your specialty!"

Translate: "Not bad!" Shangguan Yun laughed heartily, "Using someone's family ties to blackmail is despicable, and you all do it—digging pits for Feng Yi, poisoning him, ambushing him when he relieves himself or bathes—surely that's your specialty!"

"Hahaha..." The followers of the Sun Moon Divine Sect burst into loud laughter.

Translate: "Hahaha..." The followers of the Sun Moon Divine Sect burst into loud laughter.

"Hahaha..." The followers of the Sun Moon Divine Sect burst into loud laughter.

Hundreds of people laughing together—truly a spectacular sight.

Translate: Hundreds of people laughing together—trite a spectacular sight.

Hundreds of people laughing together—truly a spectacular sight.

"What a demon, what a sharp tongue!" Ding Mian, furious, stepped forward, raised both palms, and shouted, "If you've got the guts, come out and let's see the real thing!"

Translate: "What a demon, what a sharp tongue!" Ding Mian, furious, stepped forward, raised both palms, and shouted, "If you've got the guts, come out and let's see the real thing!"

"What a demon, what a sharp tongue!" Ding Mian, furious, stepped forward, raised both palms, and shouted, "If you've got the guts, come out and let's see the real thing!"

His voice was booming, his inner energy profound; this shout suppressed all the laughter, his body stood like an iron tower, his aura full and expansive—standing there, he truly looked awe-inspiring, as if the title "Bearer of the Pagoda" were no empty boast, and the laughter ceased.

Translate: His voice was loud and his inner strength deep; this shout suppressed all the laughter, his body like an iron tower, his aura full and extended, as he stood there he truly looked mighty and awe-inspiring, making everyone think the nickname "He Who Holds Up the Pagoda" was well deserved, and the laughter ceased.

We need to keep meaning. Let's craft: His voice was loud and his inner strength deep; this shout suppressed all the laughter, his body like an iron tower, his aura full and extended, as he stood there he truly looked mighty and awe-inspiring, making everyone think the nickname "He Who Holds Up the Pagoda" was well deserved, and the laughter ceased.

"Amitabha!" Nun Ding Xian pressed her palms together

Translate: "Amitabha!" Nun Ding Xian pressed her palms together: "Ding Senior Brother, renowned in the martial world—could it be you lack even a bit of tolerance?"

【172】

The Sun Moon Sect followers exchanged a glance.

Translate: The Sun Moon Sect followers exchanged a glance.

The Sun Moon Sect followers exchanged a glance.

【181】

Translate: Ding Mian said in a deep voice, "Nun Ding Xian, where did you get that idea?"

Ding Mian said in a deep voice, "Nun Ding Xian, where did you get that idea?"

【186】

Translate: Ding Xian said, "Alliance Chief Zu spoke well—victory and defeat are common in war; my junior martial brother merely lost in a contest, defeated by Feng Yi."

Ding Xian said, "Alliance Chief Zu spoke well—victory and defeat are common in war; my junior martial brother merely lost in a contest, defeated by Feng Yi."

【191】

Translate: As she spoke, she looked at Feng Yi and sighed, "The Venerable Yellow Face is a well-known figure in the martial world; although his words are harsh, he actually voiced Alliance Chief Zu's greatest concern."

As she spoke, she looked at Feng Yi and sighed, "The Venerable Yellow Face is a well-known figure in the martial world; although his words are harsh, he actually voiced Alliance Chief Zu's greatest concern."

【196】

Translate: If Fee's junior martial brother were to die an unjust death, Alliance Chief Zu and we of the Five Peaks Alliance would suffer only temporary pain, perhaps truly as Senior Hero Shangguan said, constantly thinking of how to take revenge.

If Fee's junior martial brother were to die an unjust death, Alliance Chief Zu and we of the Five Peaks Alliance would suffer only temporary pain, perhaps truly as Senior Hero Shangguan said, constantly thinking of how to take revenge.

【201】

Translate: But now, though Fee's junior martial brother is alive, this cold poison ensures he will suffer a lifetime of agony!"

But now, though Fee's junior martial brother is alive, this cold poison ensures he will suffer a lifetime of agony!

【206】

Translate: Jia Bu and Shangguan Yun, among others, exchanged a glance, each thinking: "I've heard that Nun Ding Xian of Hengshan never leaves her quarters, yet she knows my reputation!"

Jia Bu and Shangguan Yun, among others, exchanged a glance, each thinking: "I've heard that Nun Ding Xian of Hengshan never leaves her quarters, yet she knows my reputation!"

Jia Bu observed proper etiquette, slightly clasping his hands, and said, "Nun Ding Xian also knows my humble name; how fortunate I am, Jia Bu!"

Translate: Jia Bu, observant of etiquette, slightly bowed his hands: "Nun Ding Xian also knows my humble name; Jia Bu, how fortunate..."

【212】

Before he could finish speaking, Nun Ding Yi exclaimed sternly, "Hero Feng, as martial artists, we believe in repaying kindness and vengeance swiftly!"

Translate: Before he finished speaking, Nun Ding Yi shouted sternly, "Feng Yi, as martial artists we value swift gratitude and vengeance!"

【221】

My senior sister's meaning is this: if you are dissatisfied with our Five Peaks School and insist on killing, then give a quick death. That would be fresher, avoiding this half-dead state, enduring torment, incurable, causing inner anguish; not treating it is also impossible, leaving the heart stifled.

Translate: "My senior sister's meaning is this: if you are dissatisfied with our Five Peaks School and insist on killing, then give a quick death. That would be fresher, avoiding this half-dead state, enduring torment, uncureable, causing inner anguish; not treating it is also impossible, leaving the heart stifled."

【226】

Translate: Nun Ding Xian sighed, "Junior sister, our Five Peaks Sword School is a great sect; before many heroes we must not lose propriety."

Nun Ding Xian sighed, "Junior sister, our Five Peaks Sword School is a great sect; before many heroes we must not lose propriety."

Nun Ding Yi respectfully replied, "Yes."

Translate: Nun Ding Yi replied respectfully, "Yes."

【232】

Feng Yi's cold poison comes from the heavenly ice silkworm. This ice silkworm is warm on the outside but cold inside; after Feng Yi fully absorbs it, his internal energy greatly increases. The poison of this ice silkworm is severe not because it kills instantly, but because after an outbreak, one first experiences bone-piercing cold.

Translate: Feng Yi's this cold poison comes from the heavenly and earthly strange creature, the ice silkworm. Since this ice silkworm is hot outside and cold within, after Feng Yi completely absorbed it, his power greatly increased. And the reason this ice silkworm poison is so lethal is not that it kills instantly, but after it erupts, one first experiences piercing bone-chilling cold,

【237】

Fei Bin froze as if wrapped in icy cold around his naked body; even exerting all his strength could not relieve it. However, if a master infuses yang energy into him, his interior alternates between yin and yang, like ice and fire in the same furnace, causing great pain; after a brief relief, it flares up again.

Translate: Fei Bin is frozen as if wrapped in icy cold around his naked body; even exerting all his strength like an infant cannot resist it, but if a master pours yang and harmony inner energy into him, his interior shifts between yin and yang, as if ice and fire share a furnace, he suffers a bout, then after a brief relief it erupts again.

【242】

Within a day, it happens at least ten or more times, day after day; one could say that there is no greater suffering in the world.

Translate: Within a day, at least ten or more times, day after day, one can say that worldly suffering knows nothing greater than this.

We need to keep meaning. Let's craft: Within a day, at least ten or more times, day after day, one can say that worldly suffering knows nothing greater than this.

【251】

Translate: Even with Murong Bo's peak martial arts in the Tianlong world, excessive cold energy causes three bouts of piercing bone pain each day, making him wish for death to escape—let alone Fei Bin?

Even with Murong Bo's peak martial arts in the Tianlong world, excessive cold energy causes three bouts of piercing bone pain each day, making him wish for death to escape—let alone Fei Bin?

【256】

Translate: Zu Lengchan himself had also bitterly cultivated icy true qi for many years, and had once used "icy true qi" to punish someone, freezing them to death; the grim scene back then left even the Songshan guards with a memory etched deep in their bones,

Zu Lengchan himself had also bitterly cultivated icy true qi for many years, and had once used icy true qi to punish someone, freezing them to death; the grim scene back then left even the Songshan guards with a memory etched deep in their bones.

【261】

Translate: If it were only to freeze Fei Bin, Zu Lengchan could do that, but he could never understand what method Feng Yi used to make this cold poison relentless and unstoppable.

If it were only to freeze Fei Bin, Zu Lengchan could do that, but he could never understand what method Feng Yi used to make this cold poison relentless and unstoppable.

【266】

Translate: One must know that the Songshan School borders the Shaolin Temple; the founding ancestor of the Songshan School was able to build a gate beside the Shaolin monks' resting quarters and establish a sect, which in itself is an extraordinary talent; moreover, Zu Lengchan is a rare genius once in a century, not only the master of the Songshan School but also a great scholar of contemporary martial arts.

One must know that the Songshan School borders the Shaolin Temple; the founding ancestor of the Songshan School was able to build a gate beside the Shaolin monks' resting quarters and establish a sect, which in itself is an extraordinary talent; moreover, Zu Lengchan is a rare genius once in a century, not only the master of the Songshan School but also a great scholar of contemporary martial arts.

【271】

Translate: Their Songshan School martial arts are expansive and vigorous to the extreme, their inner energy extremely yang and hard, the "Great Songyang Divine Palm" shakes the martial world; yet this icy true qi is utterly yin and cold, the two are inherently like water and fire, hard to reconcile.

Their Songshan School martial arts are expansive and vigorous to the extreme, their inner energy extremely yang and hard, the Great Songyang Divine Palm shakes the martial world; yet this icy true qi is utterly yin and cold, the two are inherently like water and fire, hard to reconcile.

【274】

is a note about that line, not needed as separate item? Actually the list includes 【272】 and 【274】 as separate entries. 【272】 is the garbled line. 【274】 is a note about it. We need to output both.

Given the difficulty, maybe it's a line that says: "Not a single mistake, not a single error, not a single issuance, not a single internal content, present in a one-to-one view!" We'll translate literally: "Not a single mistake, not a single error, not a single issuance, not a single internal content, present in a one-to-one view!" We'll keep the exclamation.

【281】

Translate: Yet Zu Lengchan could integrate and comprehend, achieving unparalleled feats, showing his extraordinary talent; however, Fei Bin's injury left him powerless.

Yet Zu Lengchan could integrate and comprehend, achieving unparalleled feats, showing his extraordinary talent; however, Fei Bin's injury left him powerless.

【286】

Translate: Simply because Fei Bin's entire body is yang and hard inner energy, while the cold poison has penetrated his meridians—if his yang energy is strong, he avoids the danger of freezing, but his meridians risk self-immolation; weaken it even a little, and Fei Bin's suffering cannot be relieved.

Simply because Fei Bin's entire body is yang and hard inner energy, while the cold poison has penetrated his meridians—if his yang energy is strong, he avoids the danger of freezing, but his meridians risk self-immolation; weaken it even a little, and Fei Bin's suffering cannot be relieved.

【291】

Translate: Zu Lengchan painstakingly sought answers, but never found the solution.

Zu Lengchan painstakingly sought answers, but never found the solution.

【296】

Translate: Little did they know that this ice silkworm poison, even in the Tianlong world, You Tanzhi striking the Shaolin eminent monk and Murong Fu's capable aides, the famed "Enemy of Yama" Divine Doctor Xue, were all helpless; only relying on the medical expertise of Su Xinghe's guidance, with Xu Zhu assisting by using his deep inner energy to expel the poison, could it be relieved.

Little did they know that this ice silkworm poison, even in the Tianlong world, You Tanzhi striking the Shaolin eminent monk and Murong Fu's capable aides, the famed "Enemy of Yama" Divine Doctor Xue, were all helpless; only relying on the medical expertise of Su Xinghe's guidance, with Xu Zhu assisting by using his deep inner energy to expel the poison, could it be relieved.

【301】

Translate: This is still You Tanzhi not having mastered the method, never having fully absorbed the ice silkworm's power, merely striking unconsciously.

This is still You Tanzhi not having mastered the method, never having fully absorbed the ice silkworm's power, merely striking unconsciously.

【306】

Translate: Unlike Feng Yi, who after several months of absorption completely took in the ice silkworm, when facing Fei Bin he deliberately struck with his palm, intentionally sending it into the opponent's meridians.

Unlike Feng Yi, who after several months of absorption completely took in the ice silkworm, when facing Fei Bin he deliberately struck with his palm, intentionally sending it into the opponent's meridians.

【311】

Translate: Zu Lengchan is of a wolfish and vicious nature, ruthless and cruel; if Fei Bin died outright, he would indeed feel sorrow but would not be overly troubled—later he would simply seek Feng Yi to focus on revenge. No matter how high Feng Yi's martial arts, as long as he is human, there is a way to deal with him.

Zu Lengchan is of a wolfish and vicious nature, ruthless and cruel; if Fei Bin died outright, he would indeed feel sorrow but would not be overly troubled—later he would simply seek Feng Yi to focus on revenge. No matter how high Feng Yi's martial arts, as long as he is human, there is a way to deal with him.

【316】

Translate: However, Fei Bin did not die; when the poison is not active, he is no different from an ordinary person, his martial arts remain, and his fellow martial brothers are watching—naturally we cannot abandon his life, we can only treat him.

However, Fei Bin did not die; when the poison is not active, he is no different from an ordinary person, his martial arts remain, and his fellow martial brothers are watching—naturally we cannot abandon his life, we can only treat him.

【321】

Translate: Zu Lengchan knows of the neighboring Shaolin Temple's Yijin Jing divine art, whereby tendons and bones can be transferred, and harmonizing yin and yang is naturally no problem. Yet why did he toil and form an alliance? How would others impart their divine art? To seek it would only bring shame upon himself.

Zu Lengchan knows of the neighboring Shaolin Temple's Yijin Jing divine art, whereby tendons and bones can be transferred, and harmonizing yin and yang is naturally no problem. Yet why did he toil and form an alliance? How would others impart their divine art? To seek it would only bring shame upon himself.

【327】

Translate: He simply does not believe that others would truly save a life, which would be superior to building a seven-story pagoda.

We need to keep meaning. Let's craft: He simply does not believe that others would truly save a life, which would be superior to building a seven-story pagoda.

There is also a master in Kaifeng, Henan, namely the famous killer doctor Ping Yizhi; Feng Yi once said that they could consult him.

Translate: In Kaifeng, Henan, there is also an expert known as the "Killer's Famous Doctor" Ping Yizhi; Feng Yi had once said that day one could go consult him.

【332】

But this is even more impossible.

Translate: But this is even more impossible.

【340】

Translate: Because Ping Yizhi's creed is to save one life and kill one.

Because Ping Yizhi's creed is to save one life and kill one.

If they went to ask, not to mention Ping Yizhi saying something like 'go kill Dongfang Bubai' or asking the Shaolin or Wudang sect leaders to do something impossible; even an ordinary person could not do such an easy task.

Translate: If one went to ask, let alone Ping Yizhi saying you must kill Dongfang Bubai, or the heads of Shaolin and Wudang—such impossible deeds—even if it were an ordinary commoner, this easy task could not be done.

【345】

Because the Songshan School is, after all, an orthodox and respectable sect.

Translate: Because the Songshan School is, after all, an orthodox and respectable sect.

Because the Songshan School is, after all, an orthodox and respectable sect.

【355】

Translate: How could exchanging another's life for one's own be the way of the righteous path?

We need to keep meaning. Let's craft: How could exchanging another's life for one's own be the way of the righteous path?

If they acted secretly, Feng Yi had said to go find Ping Yizhi; who knows if someone would secretly watch the Songshan School's sentries? Once done, it would inevitably leave traces, give rise to pretexts, and possibly erupt at any time.

Translate: If one acted covertly, Feng Yi had said that day to go seek Ping Yizhi—who knows whether someone might secretly watch the Songshan School's sentries; once done, traces would inevitably be left, giving rise to pretexts, and who knows when they might erupt.

【360】

If they went back on their word, they would truly be despicable scoundrels; after all, in the martial world, trustworthiness comes first.

Translate: If one's word is not kept, that would truly become the lowest of the low, after all, in the martial world trustworthiness comes first.

We need to keep meaning. Let's craft: If one's word is not kept, that would truly become the lowest of the low, after all, in the martial world trustworthiness comes first.

Zuo Lengchan is ruthless and vicious, yet his word is worth a thousand gold; he never breaks his word for profit, and he boasts of this—how could he ruin his reputation?

All these things left the mighty leader of the Five Mountains Alliance pondering over and over, and besides seeking Feng Yi, there truly was no other way.

The field fell silent for a moment, then suddenly Feng Yi nodded and said, "What the two honorable nuns said is absolutely right; if Fei Bin died early, everyone would be at ease sooner—this is entirely my fault!"

Feng Yi's black eyebrows flew askew, his starry eyes shifting, and he suddenly laughed, saying, "Left Alliance Chief, anyway the Thirteen Guardians of Songshan have become Twelve Guardians; it's still the top of the Five Mountains, and it doesn't affect the overall situation—just kill him now. If you fear chilling people's hearts, let me play the villain; we can then share a drink and reconcile without delay!"

Upon hearing this, Fei Bin was both ashamed and angry, and the whole arena filled with coughing sounds,

It was some people wanting to laugh but daring not to, holding it in painfully, with only continual coughing to ease this embarrassment.

Ren Yingying stood on the balcony, finally unable to hold back, she burst out with a "puchi" laugh, but then realizing it was improper, she hastily covered her mouth, yet her shoulders kept trembling and her whole body shook.

Zuo Lengchan's facial muscles twitched, he glanced at Ren Yingying, and coldly said, "Must you push things to the extreme, making yourself an enemy of my Five Mountains Sword School?"

Actually, if Feng Yi were still dealing with Hou Renying as just now—killing Fei Bin without warning—that would be exactly what Zuo Lengchan hoped for.

Because Zuo Lengchan had made several preparations today.

Hou Renying's actions were carried out at his behest.

This Heart‑Crushing Palm was also offered by Hou Renying to him; he used it to kill and frame others, both stirring up the heroes' hatred toward Feng Yi and damaging Yue Buqun's reputation as a gentleman.

After all, Hou Renying had sought help from Yue Buqun, who agreed; facing such an unparalleled foe as Feng Yi, if he had refused, even a prudent self‑preserver would be considered righteous? Would he be considered a gentleman?

It is obvious that Yue Buqun has already become a hypocrite in others' eyes; taking advantage of his waning reputation, the next step is to let someone seize his Huashan sect leadership, which follows naturally.

But such a glove as Hou Renying's is disposable—once used, it must be thrown away; if Feng Yi doesn't kill him, he will have to be killed anyway.

But now Feng Yi does not lift a hand, only moves his mouth, and even openly says he will play the villain, letting everyone share a drink and reconcile.

Or are we to let Zuo Lengchan, before his many followers, say, "Yes, quickly kill him!" so I can rally the heroes, claiming you act madly, having slain my junior brother; today is not a contest for fame but revenge, and we must set aside the jianghu rules and all attack together!

Zuo Lengchan, usually rich in schemes, for the first time felt his wisdom insufficient when facing Feng Yi.

He had thought Feng Yi was lustful by nature, unrestrained and contemptuous of others, and prepared to lure him with a romantic affair; but who would have known he actually ran to the wine shop and didn't go for flower wine.

Moreover, he now does not lift a hand, only keeps talking nonstop.

Even if Zuo Lengchan exhausted his talent and wisdom, he could not anticipate Feng Yi's next move.

If it were someone else, lacking in wit, one could simply overwhelm them with force.

But he also felt that force would not work.

After all, he lacked the ability to defeat his three junior brothers in a single move!

Furthermore, he knew nothing about Feng Yi's martial arts school, which left him feeling utterly at a loss as to where to begin.

"Ah!" Feng Yi shook his head and sighed, saying, "Left Alliance Chief, you don't know—I, Feng Yi, cannot distinguish right from wrong, good from evil; all my life I have loved beauty, and upon seeing a place of pleasure I linger unwilling to leave; visiting prostitutes and indulging in debauchery are my greatest joys."

Especially upon seeing that kind of demonic cult woman who kills like hemp, I am even happier; as the saying goes, "a crooked pot fits a crooked lid"—they are a perfect match.

The daughters of respectable families—this not allowed, that not permitted—I find them annoying just to look at.

In the jianghu, I have never scrupled over righteousness; let alone stealing the Qingcheng sect's supreme art, the Lin family's Evil‑Resisting Sword Manual, even the Shaolin Muscle‑Change Classic, the Wudang Taiji Sword, and the Beggars' Gang's Subduing Dragon Eighteen Palms—I have missed none.

Just now I even loudly cursed Dongfang Bubai for keeping a male favorite, his conduct being utterly perverse; truly, everyone could punish him, and a hundred deaths would not suffice to atone for his sins!

He spoke at length, yet the crowd listened with their mouths agape, speechless.

Feng Yi paused, looked at Zuo Lengchan, and asked, "Left Alliance Chief, if you were in my place, facing this situation, how would the Five Mountains Sword School rank—would offending it still matter?"

Upon hearing this, everyone thought: "A bragging madman!"

What Feng Yi said was true, but after the crowd stared dumbfounded, in the end no one believed him.

After all, masters of Shaolin and Wudang are as numerous as clouds; the Muscle‑Change Classic and Taiji skill are the supreme arts of those two sects, while the Beggars' Gang's Subduing Dragon Eighteen Palms have been lost—even the gang chief Xie Feng probably doesn't know them all; where could you have stolen them from, the marrow in the bones of generations of Beggars' Gang leaders?

Ren Yingying's eyes shone, showing a hint of admiration and envy; gazing at the dim night sky, she softly said, "How wonderful—he is like a dark cloud in the heavens, unrestrained, doing whatever he pleases…"

Mr. Mo Da also was stunned hearing Feng Yi claim he also knew the Shaolin, Wudang, and Beggars' Gang supreme arts; hearing her mutter to himself, he asked, "What did you say?"

"Nothing." Ren Yingying's face flushed slightly red, and she lowered her head.

"No need!" Yue Buqun gave a faint smile and said, "Great Hero Feng, why take offense? The rumors in the jianghu are merely the slander of foolish people; as the saying goes, 'the strong invite misfortune,' which is also reasonable."

"But such talk, I, Yue Buqun, am the first not to believe!"

A cold flash crossed Zuo Lengchan's eyes as he snorted, "Mr. Yue, you are quite right; I believe the so‑called accusation that Feng Yi stole the Lin family's Evil‑Resisting Sword Manual is purely some people shouting 'catch the thief' to deflect blame, trying to make Feng Yi attract attention for themselves."

"You heroes have fallen for the scheming of those with ulterior motives; provoking this fight is truly something that should not have happened!"

Yue Buqun gave a slight nod: "Left Alliance Chief, your words are reasonable; heroes, you must not believe this, for killing each other over a nonexistent martial arts manual—would that not make the kin suffer and the enemies rejoice?"

Feng Yi watched these two old, scheming foxes performing here, finding it quite amusing; if such people were killed outright, he would truly be reluctant to do so.

Feng Yi gave a slight smile and raised his voice: "In this lifetime, once one practices martial arts, jealousy or hatred—these are things you cannot dodge or avoid. But those who can win by adapting to the enemy are truly divine."

In Feng Yi's view, the two of you are worthy of being called gods—truly admirable!

But from what I hear you two saying, in your eyes Feng Yi is no longer a villain deserving of universal punishment; this is clearing my name in the jianghu?

Yue Buqun laughed: "You overpraise me; I have always regarded Great Hero Feng as a person of feeling, certainly not a villainous type. The talk of visiting prostitutes and indulging in debauchery—what we have actually seen is merely sharing a few cups of wine with flower‑girls; how could such words be warranted!"

As for killing a few people, that too was because they harbored ulterior motives and stirred up trouble first; there is really no fault to speak of!

Zuo Lengchan let out a breath and slowly said, "Mr. Yue's words are also my view; my junior brother Fei Bin, in his dealings with the wayward gentleman Liu Zhengfeng, indeed lacked benevolence; Feng Yi, unable to bear watching, merely let him suffer some hardship without taking his life, showing his magnanimity—how could this be called a demon or heresy?"

Feng Yi laughed heartily: "Well done, Left Sect Master; your move of praising then killing is indeed formidable—I have learned it!"

He raised his head, glanced at Fei Bin, and said calmly, "You all say I am magnanimous and willing to clear my name; if Feng Yi does not retreat a step, being petty and narrow‑minded is inevitable—doesn't that exactly confirm what some people say, 'a true man, a man of honor, yet his tolerance is so narrow'!"

Anyway, Fei Bin's life is something everyone feels compelled to save, but to me he is no different from a pig, dog, cow, or horse; wanting to save him is nonetheless not difficult!

Upon hearing this, Ren Yingying couldn't help but smile faintly; the one who just said Feng Yi's tolerance was narrow—wasn't that herself? She inwardly snorted, "You're just a petty person, and now you're still talking about me—aren't you being petty yourself?"

Fei Bin, however, was furious, his eyes flashing with madness, about to speak, but Lu Bai pressed his hand over his mouth.

As a member of the Songshan sect, how could he not be angry?

But having endured until now, it's all for the present; everything is waiting until the poison is resolved before we speak further.

Fei Bin could not speak with his mouth, but in his heart he cursed fiercely: "You bastard, you actually treat me like a pig, dog, cow, or horse—wait, old man, I will someday cut off your head, kick it like a ball, gouge out your eyes to tread on them, and tear out your heart, liver, and lungs to feed the dogs!"

It's a pity Fei Bin could only curse silently, unable to speak aloud; otherwise, in this situation Feng Yi would surely teach him a few lessons on how to insult without repetition, and still make people explode with rage!

Then Zuo Lengchan clasped his hands in a salute and said, "Then many thanks to Great Hero Feng for your magnanimity!"

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