Chapter 66: Is this Guo Jing?

PS: Sorry, the LSP benefit in the previous chapter had many intimate scenes, written rather delicately and got reviewed; everyone please be patient, hoping no changes needed. Doing this has made my mood a bit off, there are still many scenes later!

In the wind and snow, outside the felt tent.

Guo Jing stood again at the tent entrance, looking left and right at the distant snowy plain, full of anticipation, hoping to see the expected figure.

"Senior Master! Second Master! Third Master! You're back!"

Suddenly noticing several people slowly appearing on the distant snow, Guo Jing's ruddy little face instantly filled with joy; after reacting, he hurriedly ran over, shouting excitedly as he ran.

"Jing'er, haha!"

Han Baoju didn't know why, but today he was in a very good mood; seeing his disciple Guo Jing running over, he also shouted happily, then heaved his bulky body and rushed toward Guo Jing with a huff.

"Third Master! Are you all alright?"

After being lifted up happily by Han Baoju, Guo Jing's feet hadn't even touched the ground before he eagerly asked.

Then, suddenly thinking of something, he glanced around again and hurriedly asked:

"Third Master! Where is Seventh Master? Why hasn't Seventh Master come back?"

Having said that, he hurriedly struggled free, as if suddenly thinking of something, his honest face began to show grief.

"Jing'er, don't worry, Seventh Master is behind; he'll be back soon."

Seeing this silly child's state, Han Baoju felt a slight warmth in his heart, patted Guo Jing's little shoulder, and explained gently.

"Really?"

Guo Jing's face still showed disbelief, since he hadn't seen his Seventh Master, so he raised his head again to look at Han Baoju, wanting to confirm once more.

"Hey! You little brat! Can Third Master still deceive you?"

Having said that, he feigned anger and swung a slap at Guo Jing's little head.

"Third Master, Jing'er was wrong."

Hearing this, Guo Jing felt relieved, hurriedly admitted his mistake, his body not dodging, he honestly took the slap.

"You"

"Sigh!"

Seeing Guo Jing's stubbornness, Han Baoju felt a bit angry, wanted to raise his hand to strike him again, but finally halted midair and let out a heavy sigh.

"Jing'er!"

At this moment, Lao Er Zhu Cong also walked over, seeing Guo Jing also felt some joy, and greeted cheerfully.

"Second Master, greetings!"

Guo Jing hastily performed the salute; though his martial arts had been poor since childhood, he had learned the etiquette of respecting teachers and valuing the Way without the slightest negligence.

"Bang!"

"Hmph! Lao Er! Lao San! What were you two just pulling me to do? Where is Seventh Sister and that person?"

Lao Da Ke Zhen'e's mood was not pleasant; after arriving beside the three, he smashed his iron staff onto the ground, gave a cold snort, and then began to shout a question.

"Cough cough, Elder Brother"

Lao Er Zhu Cong, hearing Elder Brother's shout, looked embarrassed and ashamed, wanting to speak but unable to, just showing a hesitant expression.

"Second Master! What happened to Seventh Master? Why hasn't he returned yet?"

Hearing the two masters' conversation, Guo Jing sensed something was off and grew a little nervous; he hurriedly stepped up to Second Master Zhu Cong and asked urgently.

"Go away, go away, I told you Seventh Master will be back soon!"

Seeing this silly child still not believing his words, Han Baoju's great mood instantly faded somewhat, and a flash of anger appeared on his face.

However, seeing Elder Brother Ke Zhen'e's grim expression, he dared not conceal it; after a moment's thought, he hesitantly explained in a low voice:

"Elder Brother, Fifth Brother has been dead for many years; the vow that Little Sister made back then, everyone knows it was to let him rest in peace—could it be"

"Could it really be that she would sacrifice her whole life for him?"

Having said that, fearing Elder Brother might have objections, he lifted his head, strengthened his tone, and expressed his stance.

That is his own younger sister; he certainly feels the most heartache for her. Regardless of whether Elder Brother has objections, he must be firm in his attitude; even if it causes a rift, he feels it is worth it.

After saying that, Han Baoju seemed to feel his tone was not quite appropriate; before waiting for a reply, he took a breath and continued:

"Elder Brother, Little Sister is already twenty-five this year; in a few years she'll be thirty! It's hard to come across someone with such high martial arts and decent looks—you must not ruin it for her!"

After hearing this, Ke Zhen'e felt enlightened; originally, Seventh Sister's relationship with that man just now was not ordinary.

Hearing the latter part of Lao San's words, he fell into silence, thinking of Seventh Sister and the deceased Lao Wu, his heart again tangled.

Sigh, after all, she is not his own younger sister.

"I have met Hero Ke! I have met Hero Zhu!"

The three were still silent when a tremendously mighty voice suddenly sounded; everyone was startled at once, looked up, and Zhu Cong and the other saw two fleeting shadows rushing rapidly; after regaining their senses, Niu Dingtian was already pulling Han Xiao Ying to stand five steps away.

Approaching the few people, Han Xiao Ying's pretty face blushed slightly, feeling a bit restrained; she wanted to break free from his hand, but did not succeed.

Niu Dingtian, holding Han Xiao Ying, stopped when he approached Lao Er Han Baoju's side, then only after releasing her soft little hand did he smile and clasp his fists toward Han Baoju, saying:

"I have met Elder Brother Han; I am Niu Dingtian, master of the Riyue Shan Zhuang in Lin'an City!"

After all, this is indeed my future true elder brother-in-law.

His earlier behavior certainly meant to make his stance clear; our matter is settled like this! You all should interfere less! Also speak less!

After defeating the Northern Beggar, Niu Dingtian inevitably felt a bit inflated; regarding Ke Zhen'e, he neither likes nor dislikes him, his attitude being solely for Han Xiao Ying's sake.

If reasonable, he will duly respect him; if unreasonable and seeking trouble, he will not indulge him.

I, who have utterly abolished the Northern Beggar Hong Qigong, do I need you to meddle in my affairs?

"Brother Niu, haha! I am Han Baoju!"

Seeing Niu Dingtian, Han Baoju's attitude became overly warm involuntarily.

"No, no, the martial prowess of Young Hero Niu is such that even a blind man would admire it! I never expected the Northern Beggar among the Five Greats to be defeated by Young Hero Niu's hand!"

Ke Zhen'e hearing this voice knew it was a young person who had avenged his brother; thinking of Seventh Sister and Fifth Brother, his heart felt somewhat complex.

"Brother Niu, you're being polite. We siblings have always been united. Brother Niu, if you don't mind, just call me Zhu Er Ge."

"Zhu Cong beside him was actually a clear-minded person. After witnessing Niu Dingtian's abilities, and considering his relationship with the Seventh Sister, he genuinely admired him from the heart, so he no longer felt awkward and took the initiative to greet him."

"Zhu Er Ge, you're being polite!"

"Niu Dingtian stopped being polite as well, and directly addressed Zhu Cong."

"Seventh Master! Seventh Master! Are you alright? Jing er was worried sick about you."

"At this moment, Guo Jing beside him finally chimed in, anxiously running to Han Xiao Ying's side to ask with concern, but when he looked at the stranger Niu Dingtian, he began to feel a bit reserved."

"Hearing the voice and looking over, they saw a child about ten years old, with thick brows and big eyes, an honest appearance."

"Looking at that face, for a moment Niu Dingtian's thoughts also rose and fell."

"The great hero serves the country and the people."

"This, is he Guo Jing?"

"(End of chapter)"