Chapter 81: The Business of Ribbons

The chopstick was filled with true power, enough to pierce through metal and stone.

In an instant, it shattered the palm force, pierced through the fleshy palm, and struck straight at Buju's throat.

Buju's expression changed drastically, his body retreating, retreating wildly.

But he immediately stopped retreating.

Because the chopstick was already deeply embedded in his throat.

Buju covered his throat with both hands, his eyes staring fixedly at Yu Liancheng, his eyeballs nearly popping out.

Fresh blood trickled out bit by bit from between his fingers, his throat made a "clucking" sound, and the muscles on his face twitched one by one.

"I don't really like killing people, especially when I'm eating, but you insisted on seeking death," Yu Liancheng sighed.

Buju could no longer hear this sentence of his.

He would never hear it again.

"Do you still want to make a move?"

Yu Liancheng looked toward Tang Tianzong and smiled, "However, I must remind you: I am a person, not a stationary roof beam, and my martial arts are quite high."

Tang Tianzong gritted his teeth, cold sweat already rolling down in streams.

That chopstick just now had truly left a deep impression on him.

Although no hidden weapon techniques were used, it had pushed the three points of speed, accuracy, and ruthlessness to the extreme; it was simply incredible.

Even if Tang Laoyezi had made the move himself, he might not have been able to execute such a maneuver.

Tang Tianzong was trembling.

Not only was his body trembling, but even his heart was trembling.

Suddenly, the look in his eyes changed again, becoming sharp.

Yu Liancheng, Ye Gucheng, and Ximen Chuixue were collectively known as the three great swordsmen of the current age; if he didn't even have the confidence to make a move against Yu Liancheng, how could he kill Ye Gucheng and avenge his two elder brothers?

Sometimes the power of hatred can indeed inspire people and make them forget all fear.

Tang Tianzong's hands were already raised, and countless hidden weapons flew toward Yu Liancheng like a violent storm; every single one was quenched with deadly poison, and any one of them was enough to take ten lives.

Hum!

Following a vibrating sound, the Yin-Yang Boundless Shield already protected Yu Liancheng's entire body.

Most of the hidden weapons could not break through the energy shield at all and fell to the ground one after another. A few of the more powerful ones nearly pierced the shield, but were casually knocked to the ground by Yu Liancheng using the remaining chopstick.

"You used forty-nine types of hidden weapons on me, but I only used one," Yu Liancheng still wore a smile as he flicked his finger.

Swish!

The other chopstick had already shot out.

Fast as lightning.

Powerful as a shooting star.

Tang Tianzong was a disciple of the Tang Sect after all, and Tang Sect disciples were very skilled at both launching and dodging hidden weapons.

At the most critical moment, his body shifted violently, dodging the vital point in his chest, but the chopstick was deeply embedded in his left shoulder; the immense power it carried even forced him back several steps.

Immediately following this, Tang Tianzong unfolded his figure and darted out through the window.

If he didn't flee at this moment, it wouldn't be a question of courage, but of being a pure fool.

"Half-master, I want to learn this move," Shangguan Xueer's eyes lit up.

Yu Liancheng laughed, "Actually, I don't study hidden weapons much. But if your martial arts are high enough, plucking leaves or flying flowers can all be used to injure people."

"Let's go, let's talk somewhere else."

Having just killed someone here, Yu Liancheng had lost his appetite for eating. Leaving behind a bank note sufficient to buy the entire restaurant, the three of them went to another restaurant.

The three sat down, and Yu Liancheng looked at Shangguan Feiyan, "Do you know why I came to find you this time?"

Shangguan Feiyan smiled charmingly, "Whatever the Young Master wants Feiyan to do, Feiyan will do."

"Be normal," Yu Liancheng rolled his eyes and looked at Shangguan Xueer, "Never learn from your sister; like her, you will never find someone who treats you sincerely."

Shangguan Feiyan's beautiful eyes sparkled, and she smiled charmingly, "No one will ever be sincere to another person forever, but silver will. As long as you have silver, you naturally have everything."

"You woman are truly beyond saving," Yu Liancheng couldn't be bothered to manage her, "I'll ask you one more time, do you know why I came to find you?"

Shangguan Feiyan's pretty face turned solemn, "Could the matter the Young Master wants me to do be related to the six ribbons for entering the Forbidden City?"

"Correct," Yu Liancheng nodded, "Of the six ribbons, I am keeping one, and I will leave the other five to you. You can use them to expand the influence of the Green Clothes Tower and earn a sum of money on the side; it's a win-win."

Shangguan Feiyan asked in confusion, "Young Master, I don't quite understand."

Yu Liancheng laughed, "Ximen Chuixue and Ye Gucheng are among the world's top swordsmen. When they face off, every hero in the world will want to see it. But there are only five ribbons. And among these five people, we must select those with high martial arts, those who are proficient in Sword Technique..."

Shangguan Feiyan was bright and intelligent; her beautiful eyes lit up, "I understand. We can set up a ring and let them compete, and the people from the Green Clothes Tower will maintain order. Every participant must pay a not-insignificant amount of silver. This way, we can show the strength of the Green Clothes Tower and collect a sum of silver as well."

Yu Liancheng nodded and said, "Not bad, you are indeed very smart. I believe you won't let me down in handling this."

"Mm, please rest assured and leave it to me."

Shangguan Feiyan did not eat and left in a hurry.

Her interest in money was greater than anything else.

In some respects, she could be considered a woman with a lot of ambition.

Shangguan Xueer did not leave; she had a great interest in silver, but an even greater interest in the braised shark fin of this restaurant, and she ordered seven or eight items in one breath.

Unfortunately, before the seven or eight delicacies arrived, seven or eight people had already walked in.

The person walking in front was dressed in brocade and fine silks, looking around with self-importance.

Although his temples were already gray, he was dressed like a playboy; the jade belt at his waist was crystal clear and round, embroidered with pearls the size of dragon eyes and jadeite larger than a thumb.

And the young men following behind this person were also high-spirited and arrogant, each dressed more gaudily than the last, their eyes seemingly all growing on the tops of their heads, yet each of their footsteps was light and their movements agile.

"It looks like trouble has come again; I can't even have a quiet meal. Good apprentice, this time it's up to you," Yu Liancheng scanned with his peripheral vision and sighed.

There was no need to think at all; he knew it was those wanting the ribbons again.

Moreover, anyone who dares to come to him to demand the silk ribbon must not be a nobody; they must have a trick or two up their sleeve.

"Looking at me? Half-master, although I really want to help you solve your trouble, this disciple is truly willing but lacks the strength." Shangguan Xueer was stunned for a moment, looking somewhat dazed and cute, then she wrinkled her little face.

"I am indeed a genius, but I haven't been learning martial arts for long, and I cannot deal with those experts who have studied for decades."

"Come here and listen."

Yu Liancheng had not guessed wrong.

The shark fin was braised just right, and the wine was warmed to perfection. Just as the master and disciple picked up their chopsticks, preparing to have a full meal, trouble arrived.

A young man in purple clothes wearing a sword, with a pair of white jade fish hanging from the sword, had already walked toward the master and disciple.

Yu Liancheng became famous too quickly, rising like a shooting star.

Even though he has fought across a thousand miles, how many people have truly witnessed his sword art?

And there are countless arrogant and conceited people in this world.

Perhaps when his reputation can truly stabilize for a year or three, such people will decrease.

But there will certainly be some.

What's more, he currently still has the silk ribbon, this hot potato.

Therefore, it is not surprising at all that anyone would appear to cause him trouble now.