Chapter 65: with translation of chapter title

However, at this moment Su Ye was delighted by the companions accompanying Lang Fan Yun.

However, at this moment Su Ye was delighted by the companions accompanying Lang Fan Yun.

Because, in the memory implanted into Su Ye's mind by the system, he also discovered that beside Lang Fan Yun stood a close friend named Li Ruohai and a good friend named Feng Han.

Because, in the memory implanted into Su Ye's mind by the system, he also discovered that beside Lang Fan Yun stood a close friend named Li Ruohai and a good friend named Feng Han.

Currently, the three of them are temporarily resting in the manor that Su Ye arranged for Lang Fan Yun.

Translation: "Currently, the three of them are temporarily resting in the manor that Su Ye arranged for Lang Fan Yun."

"Evil Spirit" Li Ruohai, known as the "Number One Handsome Man Under Heaven." In the 【Black List】, he is the sect leader of the "Heterodox Sect" and the third-ranked expert in the martial world.

We need to keep quotes and brackets. Translation: "\"Evil Spirit\" Li Ruohai, known as the \"Number One Handsome Man Under Heaven. \" In the 【Black List】, he is the sect leader of the \"Heterodox Sect\" and the third-ranked expert in the martial world."

"Evil Spirit" Li Ruohai, known as the "Number One Handsome Man Under Heaven." In the 【Black List】, he is the sect leader of the "Heterodox Sect" and the third-ranked expert in the martial world.

The "Prairie Fire Hundred Strikes" spear technique is unstoppable; in "Overturning Rain, Turning Clouds", it is second only to the "Overturning Rain Sword" wielded by Lang Fan Yun and the "Demon Master" Pang Ban, making its practitioner a top expert.

Translation: "\"Prairie Fire Hundred Strikes\" spear technique is unstoppable; in 《Overturning Rain, Turning Clouds》, it is second only to the \"Overturning Rain Sword\" of Lang Fan Yun and the \"Demon Master\" Pang Ban, making its practitioner a top expert."

Before his battle with the Demon Master, Li Ruohai first expended his inner strength to save his disciple Feng Xinglie, then faced a siege by the Lesser Demon Master and other experts, severely wounding two and killing one before breaking out.

Before Yingfeng Gorge, he directly confronted the Demon Master Pang Ban; Li Ruohai fully unleashed the "Prairie Fire Spear Technique", and in an instant his strike and Pang Ban's lightning-fast, earth-shaking punch collided.

Translation: "Before his battle with the Demon Master, Li Ruohai first expended his inner energy to save his disciple Feng Xinglie, then encountered a siege by the Little Demon Master and other experts, severely wounding two and killing one before breaking out."

Before Yingfeng Gorge, he directly confronted the Demon Master Pang Ban; Li Ruohai fully unleashed the "Prairie Fire Spear Technique", and in an instant his strike and Pang Ban's lightning-fast, earth-shaking punch collided.

Before Yingfeng Gorge, he directly confronted the Demon Master Pang Ban; Li Ruohai fully unleashed the "Prairie Fire Spear Technique", and in an instant his strike and Pang Ban's lightning-fast, earth-shaking punch collided.

Unfortunately, Pang Ban's power surged through, and even his steed "Hoof-Treading Swallow" was blasted to death; on his deathbed, he desperately fired eighteen spear thrusts, severely wounding Pang Ban. Had it not been for the prior exhaustion, the Demon Master Pang Ban would undoubtedly have been injured even more severely.

Translation: "Unfortunately, Pang Ban's force penetrated through, and his steed \"Hoof-Treading Swallow\" was also killed by the blast; dying, he desperately fired eighteen spear thrusts, severely wounding Pang Ban. Had it not been for the earlier expenditure, the Demon Master Pang Ban would undoubtedly have been injured even more severely."

It can be said that, based on the battle record of the "Evil Spirit" Li Ruohai in the novel, he is at least a mid-stage Cultivation expert.

Translation: "It can be said that, based on the \"Evil Spirit\" Li Ruohai's combat record in the book, he is at least a mid-stage Cultivation expert."

Note: 'Heaven-Man' translates to Cultivation (provided). Therefore 'mid-stage Cultivation' is correct.

There is also the renowned figure 'Left Hand Blade' Seal Cold, who is listed on the 'Black List'.

Translation: "Also there is \"Left-Hand Blade\" Feng Han, a notable figure on the 【Black List】."

So if we could also retain these two, using this martial arts Heaven-Man summoning card would be a huge gain, wouldn't it?

Translation: "So if we could also retain these two, using this martial arts Cultivation summon card would be incredibly profitable!"

"Zhong Kang, relay my orders; tonight I intend to hold a banquet for Lord Lang and the others who previously came to Cangling City."

We need to keep the quotes. Translation: "\"Zhong Kang, pass down the order: tonight I intend to host a banquet for Lang the Elder and others who previously came to Cangling City. \""

Note: 'Cangling City' is not in the glossary; we need to translate its meaning: 'Cangling City' (Cang = vast, Ling = spirit). As it is a place name, we should translate the meaning, thus 'Cangling City'.

Having already plotted how to capture Lang Tianyun and his two companions in one net, Su Ye immediately acted, ordering the guard outside the door, Xu Chu.

Translation: "Having already schemed how to capture Lang Fan Yun and his two companions in one fell swoop, Su Ye immediately acted, ordering the guard outside the door, Xu Chu."

"Understood!"

Translation: "\"Yes! \"" (or "Understood!").

As Xu Chu's footsteps faded away, Su Ye pondered in his mind.

There is a typo: the character sequence should be 'gradually fading away'. We'll translate: 'As Xu Chu's footsteps faded away, Su Ye pondered in his mind.'

Night fell, and the stars twinkled sparsely.

Translation: "Night fell, stars speckled the sky."

In Su Ye's residence, where he serves as the acting Inspector of Cangzhou, warm yellow lamplight shone upon his thoughtful face as he lay on the bed.

Translation: "In the manor of Su Ye, the acting Inspector of Cangzhou, upon the bed, the warm yellow lamplight illuminated Su Ye's contemplative face."

Note: 'Cangzhou Inspector' translates to 'Inspector of Cangzhou'; thus 'the acting Inspector of Cangzhou'.

His mind has been continually occupied with the notion of recruiting these several martial arts luminaries, Lang Tianyun and his companions, to serve him.

Translation: "His mind has been preoccupied with a single thought: to recruit these several martial world titans, Lang Fan Yun and company, for his own use."

But recruiting this legendary figure is no easy task, especially since he has two formidable friends by his side whose strength should not be underestimated.

Translation: "But recruiting this legendary figure is no easy task, especially since he still has two formidable friends by his side."

Thus, Su Ye decided to establish the 'Bedside Pact', inviting that martial arts luminary and his two companions to the feast.

Translation: "Thus, Su Ye decided to establish the \"Bedside Agreement\", using this opportunity to invite that martial world titan and his two friends to a banquet."

Before the bed, incense smoke curled gently, exuding a faint fragrance.

Translation: "Before the bed, light smoke swirled from the incense burner, emitting a faint fragrance."

Su Ye gently rubbed his temples, pondering how to persuade that martial arts luminary and the other two to serve him.

Translation: "Su Ye gently rubbed his temples, pondering how to persuade that martial world titan and the other two to serve him."

He knew that these three were proud and arrogant; to win their genuine allegiance, he must treat them sincerely while granting them sufficient respect and trust.

Translation: "He knew that these three were proud and arrogant; to win their genuine allegiance, he must treat them sincerely and give them sufficient respect and trust."

"Tomorrow at dusk, I will hold a banquet at my residence to welcome the three heroes and cleanse them of travel fatigue."

Translation: "\"Tomorrow at dusk, I will set up a banquet in the manor to welcome the three heroes. \""

"At that time, I also ask the three to honor me with their presence."

Translation: "\"At that time, I also ask the three to honor me with their presence. \""

Su Ye spoke slowly, his tone revealing the importance he placed on Lang Tianyun and his two companions.

Translation: "Su Ye spoke slowly, his tone revealing his regard for Lang Fan Yun and the other two."

Lang Tianyun and Li Ruohai rose to bid farewell, leaving behind three proud and mysterious silhouettes.

Translation: "Lang Fan Yun and Li Ruohai rose to say their farewells, leaving behind three proud and mysterious silhouettes."

The following evening, as the sunset's afterglow bathed the land, the Inspector's residence had already been prepared.

Translation: "The next evening, as the lingering glow of the setting sun spread across the land, the Inspector's manor had already been prepared."

In the central hall, a lavish banquet was set, with a dazzling array of delicacies.

Translation: "In the central hall, a lavish banquet was set up, with a dazzling array of delicacies."

Around the hall, several pots of orchids and chrysanthemums were placed, emitting a faint fragrance that added an elegant touch to the solemn atmosphere.

Translation: "Around the hall, several pots of orchids and chrysanthemums were placed, emitting a faint fragrance that added a touch of elegance to the solemn atmosphere."

Soon after, Lang Tianyun, Li Ruohai, and Seal Cold arrived punctually for the appointment.

Translation: "Soon, Lang Fan Yun, Li Ruohai, and Feng Han arrived on time for the appointment."

"Welcome, three heroes, to my humble abode."

Translation: "\"Welcome, three heroes, to my humble abode. \""

As they entered the residence, Su Ye personally went forward to greet them, clasping his hands in salute.

Translation: "As they entered the manor, Su Ye personally went forward to greet them, clasping his hands in salute."

Afterward, Su Ye personally escorted the three to their seats.

Translation: "Afterward, Su Ye personally guided the three to their seats."

"Lord Lang, and the two who have traveled far, I, Jin Yu, am deeply honored. Please take a seat."

Translation: "\"Elder Lang, and the two who have come from afar, I, Jin Yu, am deeply honored. Please take a seat. \""

Su Ye smiled and greeted Lang Tianyun, who had just entered the hall, along with his two friends Li Ruohai and Seal Cold, with a clasped-hand salute.

Translation: "Su Ye smiled and clasped his hands toward Lang Fan Yun, who had just entered the hall, and his two friends Li Ruohai and Feng Han."

The entering Lang Tianyun had a towering, robust build; his rugged, heroic visage was marred by an ugly countenance, and his yellow eyes seemed half-awake, half-drunk.

Translation: "The entering Lang Fan Yun had a towering, robust figure, a rugged and heroic appearance, an ugly visage, and a pair of yellow eyes that seemed half-awake, half-drunk."

At his waist hung a sword four feet and nine inches long, the 'Rain-Covering Cloud-Turning' sword, acclaimed as the number one blade under heaven, named the 'Rain-Covering Sword'.

Translation: "At his waist was strapped the \"Overturning Rain, Turning Clouds\"'s number-one sword under heaven, the \"Overturning Rain Sword\", measuring four feet nine inches in length."

His hair and fingers were finer than average, and his hands were at least two to four inches longer than those of an ordinary person.

Translation: "His hair and fingers were finer than average, and his hands were at least two to four inches longer than those of ordinary people."

Moreover, Li Ruohai had a pair of eyes brighter than sparkling gems in the deep black sea.

Translation: "Beside him, Li Ruohai had a pair of eyes brighter than the sparkling gems in the deep black ocean."

And Seal Cold had a long, gaunt face with high cheekbones; his eyes shone with unusual brilliance, a subtle radiance flickering within, and a long knife was slanted across his back, giving him a tall, slender, and elongated appearance.

Translation: "And Feng Han, with a long, gaunt face, high cheekbones, eyes shining with unusual brilliance, a subtle radiance, a long knife slantingly inserted on his back, tall and slender."

Lang Tianyun and Li Ruohai nodded their thanks to Su Ye, then each took their seats.

Translation: "Lang Fan Yun and Li Ruohai nodded to Su Ye in thanks, then each took a seat."

Moreover, Su Ye noticed that although Lang Tianyun's expression was composed, his eyes revealed a hint of delight and confusion.

Translation: "Moreover, Su Ye noticed that although Lang Fan Yun's face was composed, his eyes showed a hint of delight and doubt."

Meanwhile, Li Ruohai and his companion appeared relatively relaxed, yet remained vigilant of their surroundings.

Translation: "Meanwhile, Li Ruohai and Feng Han beside him appeared relatively relaxed, yet remained vigilant of their surroundings."

"Today I have invited Lord Lang and his two companions here in hopes of forming a good karmic bond."

Translation: "\"Today I have invited Elder Lang and the two others here in hopes of forming a good affinity. \""

"These days, the world is tumultuous with rising winds and surging clouds, and heroes abound."

Translation: "\"These days, the world is tumultuous with rising winds and clouds, and heroes abound. \""

"The situation is unstable and unsettled; if capable individuals unite and cooperate, they can surely bring peace to the people of the world."

Translation: "\"The situation is unstable; if capable individuals can unite and cooperate, they can surely bring peace to the people of the world. \""

"I am well aware of the three heroes' prestige and ability in the martial world; if they serve me, they will surely aid me in pacifying the four directions."

Translation: "\"I am well aware of the three heroes' prestige and strength in the martial world; if they could serve me, they would surely help me pacify the four directions. \""

After three rounds of drinks, Su Ye finally spoke to the three.

Translation: "After three rounds of drinks, Su Ye finally spoke to the three."

His tone was sincere, his gaze fixed firmly upon them.

Translation: "His tone was sincere, his gaze fixed firmly upon them."

"But I also understand that you three are not ordinary folk; winning your wholehearted allegiance is no easy task."

Translation: "\"But I also understand that you three are not ordinary folk; to win your genuine allegiance is no easy task. \""

Su Ye fully understood that these three were not ordinary individuals.

Translation: "Su Ye knew full well that these three were not ordinary people."

Therefore, he took a gentle sip of tea and slowly spoke to probe their intentions.

Translation: "Therefore, he took a light sip of tea and slowly spoke to test the waters."

Seated at the front, Lang Tianyun gave a slight nod, but did not respond immediately.

Translation: "The one seated in front, Lang Fan Yun, gave a slight nod, but did not immediately respond."

Meanwhile, Li Ruohai and his companion exchanged a meaningful glance.

Translation: "Meanwhile, Li Ruohai and Feng Han beside him exchanged a meaningful glance."

"I am well aware of your prestige and ability in the martial world; if you serve me, you will surely help me pacify the four directions and usher in a new era."

Translation: "\"I am well aware of your prestige and strength in the martial world; if you could serve me, you would surely help me pacify the four directions and open a new situation. \""

Seeing that Lang Tianyun and his two companions had not yet declared their stance, Su Ye realized he needed to be more candid to move them.

Translation: "Seeing that Lang Fan Yun and the other two did not immediately declare their stance, Su Ye realized he needed to be more sincere to move them."

He took a deep breath and continued speaking.

Translation: "He took a deep breath and continued speaking."

"If Jin Yu's words are true, then we naturally are not ungrateful people."

Translation: "\"If Jin Yu's words are true, then we are certainly not ungrateful people. \""

"It's just that for the three of us to work for you, two conditions must be met."

At this moment, Lang Fanyun beside him finally spoke.

"Please speak."

Su Ye's spirits lifted—there's a way!

But he still maintained his composure on the surface, smiling at the three.

"First, we need a platform where we can fully utilize our talents without restraint; second, we hope that Jinyu will respect our decisions and not force us to do anything against our conscience."

Looking at the two beside him, Lang Fanyun said firmly.

"That's natural; as long as the three of you are willing to serve me, I will meet these conditions."

Su Ye smiled slightly after hearing that, 'It's just having principles—no big deal.'

For deeds that harm heaven and reason, Su Ye still has people like Luowang Zhao Gao and others to carry them out for him.

Moreover, there's Heibai Xuanjian, an assassin who has just entered the early Cultivation stage; for now, Su Ye still isn't short of such people.

Besides, let's first lure these three into our hands, then talk.

The rest are matters for later.

Who can say what will happen in the future?

(End of chapter)