Chapter 355: Meeting Qin Qiong

As for Duan Fengyun, he did not want to fight Mo Ruyan.

Of course, he would not sit and wait for death either; he likewise silently took out the Xuanyuan Sword from his back.

Looking at the Iron Sword in Duan Fengyun's hand, Jianchi inexplicably said:

"What a fine sword!"

Chen Jingchou, standing behind Jianchi, looked at the Iron Sword in Duan Fengyun's hand, tugged on Jianchi's clothes, and said:

"Brother Jianchi, that sword of his is completely ordinary, why do you say it is a fine sword?"

Jianchi actually felt it was inexplicable too; when he saw the sword in Duan Fengyun's hand, he felt a sense of familiarity, which was why he praised the sword in Duan Fengyun's hand as a fine one.

Unable to find an answer, Jianchi simply stopped responding to Chen Jingchou's question and looked at Mo Ruyan with a guarded expression.

Mo Ruyan looked at the vigilant group, let out a loud laugh, and then waved her hand, sending countless vengeful spirits flying toward them.

Ma Popo picked up her walking stick and unleashed a flurry of strikes against the vengeful spirits.

Taba Yu'er used her whip to lash out at the vengeful spirits.

As for Chen Jingchou, he hid behind Jianchi, relying on Jianchi to protect him.

Duan Fengyun did not want to expose his true strength, so he picked up the Xuanyuan Sword and used exquisite sword techniques to circle and engage the vengeful spirits.

For a time, the vengeful spirits and Duan Fengyun's group were actually trading blows back and forth.

At this moment, Ning Ke and Shuxiang, who had been secretly tailing Jianchi, appeared in disguise, and their addition quickly drove back all the vengeful spirits.

Ning Ke looked at Duan Fengyun, who had appeared here, and could not help but feel a surge of confusion.

"Why has this Qin Shuang appeared here again?

When Yuwen Tuo was retrieving the Kunlun Mirror at Fumo Mountain, this Qin Shuang was there.

Now, when retrieving the Nuwa Stone at Yuehe City, this Qin Shuang is still here.

Could it be that this Qin Shuang has ulterior motives regarding the Five Divine Artifacts, which is why he has been following us?

Moreover, he clearly knows Yuwen Tuo, yet he deliberately pretends not to recognize Yuwen Tuo's Incarnation, Jianchi.

What exactly is this Qin Shuang up to? What is he trying to do?"

Just as Ning Ke was lost in thought, she was grabbed by Shuxiang; they could not stay here any longer and had to leave immediately.

Ning Ke and Shuxiang soared into the sky, while Duan Fengyun looked at Ning Ke with a smile.

Seeing Duan Fengyun's gaze, Ning Ke had the feeling that all her secrets had been discovered.

Could it be that this Qin Shuang had recognized her?

Following the departure of Ning Ke and Shuxiang, Duan Fengyun and the others stood in a standoff with Mo Ruyan once again.

Mo Ruyan laughed:

"Consider yourselves lucky today; next time, you won't have such a good opportunity."

After speaking, Mo Ruyan left with a loud laugh.

Watching Mo Ruyan leave, Jianchi wore a heavy expression; this enemy was not easy to deal with.

After Mo Ruyan left, Duan Fengyun also spoke up to bid farewell.

Duan Fengyun's original intention was to follow Jianchi, Chen Jingchou, and the others on the path to finding the Five Divine Artifacts.

However, Duan Fengyun now realized that he was simply not suited to be with Jianchi and the others.

He was a variable, and now that Ning Ke and the others were suspicious of him, he could no longer act so recklessly.

He would leave now and reappear once the Five Divine Artifacts were all gathered.

As for obtaining the right to use Yuwen Tuo's Xuanyuan Sword, Duan Fengyun now felt it was simple.

He had the Xuanyuan Imperial Sword Technique in his hands, and given his relationship with Yuwen Tuo, he believed that once his identity no longer needed to be hidden, Yuwen Tuo would certainly have no problem letting him use the Xuanyuan Sword.

Hearing that Duan Fengyun was leaving, Chen Jingchou and Taba Yu'er felt nothing, as they had already felt that this Qin Shuang was problematic.

Jianchi spoke up from his side:

"Mr. Qin, in these chaotic times, where are you going?"

Duan Fengyun had already thought of a destination just a moment ago.

"With a tyrant currently in power, the people are suffering.

I intend to unite a group of like-minded individuals to overthrow the tyrannical Sui Dynasty!" Upon hearing this, Chen Jingchou, as a prince of a fallen state, said with solemn respect:

"So Mr. Qin has such aspirations; as a prince of a fallen state, I admire you!"

Duan Fengyun smiled and ignored Chen Jingchou.

Chen Jingchou, having made a fool of himself, had no choice but to rub his nose and walk away dejectedly.

Hearing that Duan Fengyun was leaving, Ma Popo pointed to the surroundings and said:

"Mr. Qin, demons and monsters are running rampant here now; you must be careful in everything you do."

Duan Fengyun nodded and replied:

"Ma Popo, do not worry.

I will be fine. I believe this brother Jianchi will surely find a way to awaken Xiaoxue and restore Yuehe City to its former tranquility.

I believe that the Ruyan of the past will also return."

After saying this, Duan Fengyun directly unleashed the Xuanyuan Imperial Sword Technique and departed on his sword.

Watching Duan Fengyun's departing back, Taba Yu'er said thoughtfully:

"This Qin Shuang is definitely not as simple as he looks; he must have many secrets."

"Let's go back quickly; it is not safe here."

Jianchi said.

Under the guidance of Ma Popo, the group returned to the Yuehe Small Inn to discuss their next strategy.

And after Duan Fengyun left Yuehe City on his sword, he flew straight toward Licheng in Shandong.

Since he had already arrived in the Sui Dynasty, he certainly had to go and witness the legendary heroes of the Sui Dynasty.

Using Sword Flight the entire way, he finally arrived in Licheng and first found an inn to stay in.

As the place where Qin Qiong, Qin Shubao, grew up, Licheng looked quite decent.

After Duan Fengyun ate a simple meal, he lay down on the bed; he was also about to become one of the heroes of the greenwood.

Early the next morning, Duan Fengyun went to the county government office; he did not know if Qin Qiong was still working as a constable, so he could only go and try his luck.

Duan Fengyun arrived at the county government office, and the guards outside the office blocked Duan Fengyun directly.

"This is a restricted government area, idlers should leave quickly."

Duan Fengyun smiled and said:

"Gentlemen, I am here to look for someone.

I wonder if Qin Qiong, Qin Shubao, is here?"

Upon hearing that he was looking for Qin Shubao, the guard asked with a question:

"Who are you?

Why are you looking for Brother Qin?"

Duan Fengyun smiled and said:

"Go tell Qin Shubao that an old friend has come to seek him!"

"Alright, wait here for me for a moment!"

After one of the guards gave instructions, he immediately ran into the county government office.

At this moment, Qin Shubao, who was still discussing matters with his colleagues, saw the guard run in and asked in confusion:

"What is the matter?

Why are you in such a rush?"

"Brother Qin, there is someone outside who says he is here to look for you!

He is waiting for you outside, you should go out and take a look!"

The guard said while panting heavily.

"Oh, let me go and see what kind of old friend I could have!"

Qin Shubao walked out with a look of confusion; what kind of old friend could he have who would even find his way to the county government office?

Looking at the tall and handsome man who had arrived, Duan Fengyun recognized him as Qin Shubao at a glance.

Qin Shubao still looked quite similar to how he did when he was a child; at the very least, Duan Fengyun recognized him instantly.

"Brother Qin, this is the person looking for you."

The guard pointed at Duan Fengyun and said to Qin Shubao.

Qin Shubao looked at Duan Fengyun; he did not have this old friend.

But as Qin Shubao looked at Duan Fengyun, he felt he looked very familiar, and for a moment, Qin Shubao actually could not recall who Duan Fengyun was.

Seeing that he had not remembered him, Duan Fengyun smiled slightly on his face:

"Little guy, in the blink of an eye, you have grown so big."

Seeing the smile brimming on Duan Fengyun's face, Qin Shubao reacted immediately.

He was too familiar with this smile; many times, it was this smile that encouraged him not to give up.

"Benefactor, is it you?"

Qin Shubao rushed forward and held Duan Fengyun's hand tightly.

For so many years, Qin Shubao had been searching for Duan Fengyun, but he had gained nothing.

Qin Shubao had always kept Duan Fengyun's life-saving grace from back then in his heart and had always wanted to find an opportunity to repay Duan Fengyun, but he could never find him.

After ten years of bitter searching without results, he had to give up; he never expected that today, his benefactor would actually come looking for him in person.

Duan Fengyun smiled and said:

"It is me; the little guy has grown so big in the blink of an eye."

The guards nearby looked at Duan Fengyun, who was about the same age as Qin Shubao, and heard him repeatedly call Qin Shubao a "little guy," and they could not help but be shocked.

Qin Shubao pulled Duan Fengyun's hand and said:

"Benefactor, come, let's go to my home and sit for a while.

My mother has also always been thinking of you, her benefactor."

Duan Fengyun nodded and said:

"I would be honored to accept; let's go."

Qin Shubao said to the guards at the side:

"I leave this place to you all; I am going to take my benefactor home for a visit first!"

"Alright, Brother Qin, go ahead, leave this to us."

The guard smiled.

Qin Shubao did not treat them poorly on a daily basis, so they did not feel anything about this behavior of Qin Shubao's.

Qin Shubao walked on the road home with Duan Fengyun and said with an excited face:

"Benefactor, where have you been all these years?

Back then, you saved the lives of me and my mother; afterwards, my mother, my Uncle An, and I were all searching for news of you.

But we asked everyone we could, and no one knew anything about you."

Duan Fengyun smiled and said:

"I have been traveling the world all these years.

Saving you back then was just a small effort, you do not need to keep it so much in your hearts."

Qin Shubao shook his head and said:

"The grace of saving my life, I shall never forget as long as I live.

By the way, I have yet to ask for my benefactor's honorable name."

Duan Fengyun smiled and said:

"My name is Qin Shuang.

You don't need to call me benefactor; just call me Brother Qin."

Qin Shubao smiled and said:

"Alright, Brother Qin."

As the two chatted, they arrived at the entrance of Qin Shubao's home, and Qin Shubao pointed to his house and said:

"This is my home.

It is a bit humble, and I hope you won't mind, Brother Qin."

Duan Fengyun smiled and said:

"Brother Shubao, that remark of yours is too formal.

Why should we, children of the pugilistic world, care about such things?

Let's go, take me to meet your mother. Coming to visit empty-handed for the first time, that is what is truly embarrassing."

Qin Shubao retorted:

"Brother Qin, you are the one being too formal now.

You just said it yourself, we children of the pugilistic world need not speak of such things.

Your arrival is the happiest thing for my mother and me.

Let us two stop being so polite to each other, please, come inside!"

Qin Shubao pushed open the door and shouted inside:

"Mother, Mother, look who I have brought."

An old woman's voice came from inside:

"You brat, why aren't you at the county office doing your duty? Why have you run back?

I want to see who you, this brat, have brought back today.

If you haven't brought home a wife, just see if I don't break your legs."

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