Chapter 274: Who Told You to Learn This?

Giant Kūn Clan.

Gu Qing and Shi Feixuan arrived together, standing beneath the signboard; Gu Qing looked up at the character "Kūn" hanging above.

"Near the southeast coast, there are three major clans: the Water Dragon Clan has allied with the Lingnan Song Clan, the Sea Sand Clan has submitted to the Yuwen Clan, but this Giant Kūn Clan seems to have no patron."

Shi Feixuan spoke softly, introducing to Gu Qing: "The Giant Kūn Clan normally trades intelligence to establish itself in the Jianghu."

Gu Qing glanced sideways at Shi Feixuan, then smiled suddenly.

After Gu Qing left Yangzhou, Shi Feixuan had followed him, seemingly to prevent him from associating with the Demon Cult.

"Why does Master Gu laugh?"

As Shi Feixuan wondered, several people emerged from the Giant Kūn Clan; the foremost elderly woman was You Chuhong, the top expert of the Du Gu Clan, followed by Du Gu Feng, the current head of the Du Gu Clan, then Du Gu Feng, the top young expert of the Du Gu family, several unworthy Du Gu males, and the current leader of the Giant Kūn Clan, Yun Yuzhen.

Shi Feixuan's face flushed slightly—just moments ago she had claimed the Giant Kūn Clan had no patrons, and now their patrons had appeared.

"Who is without fault?"

Shi Feixuan stubbornly defended herself, turning her face aside, her posture exuding a girl's delicate charm.

Gu Qing swept his gaze over Shi Feixuan; this celestial embryo was too unpredictable to him—he could not tell how much of her behavior was performance and how much was genuine—but every frown and smile, every gesture, was undeniably captivating.

"Grand Master."

Du Gu Feng stepped forward, and You Chuhong and the others bowed with Jianghu salutes; after the introductions, the Du Gu Clan members learned that the Cihang Jingzhai's immortal maiden had taken position beside Gu Qing, and they glanced at Shi Feixuan with deep meaning, marveling at how swiftly the Cihang Jingzhai had acted.

"Our Du Gu Feng wishes to become your disciple."

Du Gu Feng led Du Gu Feng forward.

Du Gu Feng was graceful and radiant; she stepped beside Gu Qing and bowed respectfully, saying: "Grand Master, when your army returned to court, I was training in the mountains and did not know you had come back—I missed this opportunity…"

Gu Qing reached out to help her rise, studied her briefly, then said: "I've heard Du Gu Feng's swordplay is exceptional—that's why I wished to cultivate you."

Du Gu Feng nodded eagerly; she took pride in her sword skills.

"Master, I've heard you can cause mountains to collapse and seas to surge with a mere gesture."

Du Gu Feng asked eagerly.

Shi Feixuan and You Chuhong both turned their gazes toward Gu Qing.

Gu Qing walked toward the water, waved his hand, and under the power of the Absorb Energy Art, the surface instantly rose into a water wall, towering nearly a zhang above ground, surging forward.

"Grand Master Gu, no!"

Yun Yuzhen, seeing the wave rise, grew fearful and hurriedly begged Gu Qing for mercy.

If this wave struck, the clan would suffer heavy casualties.

Gu Qing slightly loosened his grip, and the wave melted back into the river.

"Impressive, impressive."

Shi Feixuan had never seen Gu Qing's power before; she stared in astonishment. Beside her, Du Gu Feng was ecstatic—being able to learn from such a master filled her with reverence.

"Let's go inside."

Du Gu Feng led the group into the interior of the Giant Kūn Clan.

"Grand Master Gu, please have some tea." The famed leader of the Giant Kūn Clan, Yun Yuzhen, had become a tea servant.

As Gu Qing took the tea, he glanced at Yun Yuzhen—her brows drawn, her waist straight, clearly still a virgin—and said: "From now on, as long as you don't commit acts against heaven and earth, I will protect you once. If you suffer injustice, you may come to me."

In the future, Yun Yuzhen would navigate the Jianghu by playing both sides, even selling her body—this was the fate of a woman in chaotic times, powerless to choose.

As the keeper of intelligence, Yun Yuzhen heard Gu Qing's promise of protection; her inner anxiety vanished instantly. She knelt before Gu Qing, bowed repeatedly, and embraced his leg—henceforth, no one in the Jianghu would dare to bully her.

Gu Qing further inquired of Yun Yuzhen about the whereabouts of several individuals, instructed her to keep watch, then rose to bid farewell to the group and prepare to rest in his room.

Shi Feixuan followed Gu Qing, her expression subdued.

Gu Qing knew this expression was meant for him; he smiled and asked directly: "What's wrong?"

"Feixuan feels unbalanced."

Shi Feixuan spoke softly: "Yun Yuzhen merely served Master Gu a cup of tea, and Master Gu granted her protection. I've been by Master Gu's side all along, yet I haven't even earned a single promise."

Shi Feixuan's tone carried a hint of reproach, subtly alluring.

Gu Qing admired her expression and said: "Not everyone in the Du Gu Clan is virtuous. If I didn't offer Yun Yuzhen protection, she'd soon be forced into losing her virtue. I feel a touch of pity for her."

!

Shi Feixuan rarely heard Gu Qing reveal his true thoughts; she lightly pouted: "Master Gu, if you have such thoughts, it's a blessing for women—but with me, you're being rather forceful."

Gu Qing had long been hinting that Shi Feixuan should use seduction.

Seeing this, Gu Qing laughed heartily and said to Shi Feixuan: "That's the duality of men—we encourage fallen women to reform, yet we also deceive virtuous women into bed. If Yun Yuzhen loses her virtue, she's essentially fallen into the brothels. But you… I'm looking forward to it."

Shi Feixuan stamped her foot, said no farewell, and walked toward the room assigned by the Giant Kūn Clan.

Gu Qing watched her go, feeling this celestial embryo was truly unpredictable—her performance was flawless.

Inside the Giant Kūn Clan.

You Chuhong coughed repeatedly; beside her, Du Gu Feng stepped forward, patting her back and offering ginseng tea.

"Old ailment."

You Chuhong drank the ginseng tea and said.

As the top expert of the Du Gu Clan, You Chuhong suffered from asthma, which diminished her strength; despite years of seeking renowned physicians, she had never been fully cured.

"Little Feng."

You Chuhong looked at Du Gu Feng and said: "Today you saw Gu Qing's power. Becoming his disciple is a great fortune. When you're by his side, observe closely and learn well."

Du Gu Feng recalled Gu Qing's display today, her heart surging; she straightened her chest and said: "Grandma, don't worry—I'll train hard by Master Gu's side. He defeated Master Fu Cailin, the Master of the Yi Sword, the greatest swordsman in the world—I deeply admire him!"

Du Gu Feng truly wished to learn swordplay.

Du Gu Feng nodded, then added with intent: "The Cihang Jingzhai's immortal maiden, Shi Feixuan, is said to have reached the realm of Heart-to-Heart Resonance. While you're with Gu Qing, you'll spend much time with her—learn from her."

Du Gu Feng nodded eagerly: "I've long admired the Cihang Sword Scripture. When I'm with Gu Qing, I'll certainly ask Shi Feixuan many questions."

You Chuhong and Du Gu Feng looked at her, exasperated, clapped hands and stamped feet.

Who told you to learn this from Shi Feixuan?

(End of Chapter)