Chapter 45

Like Yunzhou's Move Flower Palace, Diancang Sect, Five Poisons Sect, and Limitless Sword Sect, Shuzhou is likewise filled with numerous sects.

But the most famous are undoubtedly the Mount Mount Emei Sect in southern Shu, the Tang Clan in central Shu, and the Huanhua Sword Sect in northern Shu.

Among these, Lianxing only needs to pay attention to the Mount Mount Emei Sect.

As for the Tang Clan and the Huanhua Sword Sect... even if someone within their forces possesses a diary copy, reaching Mount Mount Mount Emei would not be easy for them; at the very least, they would not arrive earlier than Lianxing.

This is for no other reason than that the Shu region is full of high mountains and deep valleys, its climate is unpredictable, and traveling over mountains and through waters is extremely difficult.

Although the Move Flower Palace is located in Yunzhou, it sits in northern Yunzhou, bordering southern Shu, making the journey to Mount Mount Emei actually easier.

Precisely because of this, Seeing Yao Yue and Lianxing felt that coming to Mount Mount Emei to seek treasure would be safer.

Of course, besides the Mount Mount Emei Sect, one must also keep an eye on the Western Western Xia Kingdom.

Unlike Yunzhou, which is dominated solely by the Dali Kingdom, Shuzhou is divided among three nations.

Roughly divided by central Shu as the boundary, to the north lies the Liao Kingdom, to the south lies Western Western Xia, and a corner in the southwest of Shuzhou is occupied by Tubo.

The most famous entity in the Western Western Xia Kingdom is undoubtedly the First Grade Hall, boasting countless experts, yet Lianxing does not take them seriously.

However, this does not mean she can act recklessly.

Because those capable of establishing a kingdom and its institutions, even if they do not have a Heavenly Being residing within them, absolutely possess means comparable to a Heavenly Being's combat power; otherwise, they could never establish a foothold.

Lianxing is currently only a Grandmaster, so naturally, she must be cautious.

Gazing at the towering and elegant Mount Mount Mount Emei before her, Lianxing couldn't help but feel troubled.

At this moment, she faced the same problem Seeing Yao Yue had encountered initially: how to find the location where the secret manual was hidden amidst the vast mountain ranges.

At this time, Hua Hua Xingnu behind her suggested, "Second Palace Master, perhaps we should investigate the Mount Mount Emei Sect to see what movements they have made these past few days."

Tie Tie Pinggu also chimed in to agree: "Since we are unfamiliar with the people and terrain here, it would be better to sit back and reap the benefits."

Hearing this, Lianxing's heart stirred.

She understood the meaning behind their words.

The Mount Mount Emei Sect has numerous disciples, with a significant proportion being female, among whom there are certainly no lack of beautiful women.

In other words, there must be Mount Mount Emei disciples who have obtained a diary copy!

Then, upon learning that their own territory hides a powerful martial art, would they remain indifferent?

Definitely not!

They would inevitably take action.

At that time, as long as Lianxing monitors their every move, she can strike at the critical moment to snatch it away and reap the benefits without effort.

After all, Mount Mount Emei disciples know Mount Mount Mount Emei far better than they do, so the difficulty of finding the treasure would naturally be much lower.

Moreover, since this is within the Mount Mount Emei Sect's territory, if the maids of the Move Flower Palace were to conduct an extensive search here, it would surely attract the Mount Mount Emei Sect's attention, or even be viewed as a provocation.

Although Lianxing certainly does not fear the Mount Mount Emei Sect, she did not come on this journey to fight.

With this consideration, the suggestions of Hua Hua Xingnu and Tie Tie Pinggu are indeed the best choice.

Lianxing turned her head and glanced at the two maids.

Unlike Seeing Yao Yue, although she possesses the dignity of a sect leader, she is far kinder to her subordinates than Seeing Yao Yue, so the maids of the Move Flower Palace respect her far more than they fear her.

After obtaining the diary copies, the two maids had directly confessed everything to Lianxing.

As expected, Lianxing did not punish them for this; instead, she consults with them on all matters.

Precisely because of this, Hua Hua Xingnu and Tie Tie Pinggu dared to offer their bold advice.

"What you say is correct, just..."

Before Lianxing could finish her sentence, a sudden loud crash erupted, sounding like a mountain collapsing and the earth splitting, with heavy sound waves rolling and echoing between the peaks.

Without a second thought, Lianxing's figure flickered, and she rushed toward the source of the sound.

Hua Hua Xingnu and Tie Tie Pinggu exchanged a glance, then led the maids of the Move Flower Palace to follow behind.

Lianxing's cultivation is only slightly inferior to Seeing Yao Yue's, so her lightness skill is naturally excellent, allowing her to flash through the wilds like a ghost.

Furthermore, since the sound source was not far from their location, she arrived very quickly.

Upon approaching, she realized that a section of land had collapsed; the earth had caved in, causing groundwater from below to surge forth.

For some unknown reason, the water flow was extremely rapid, and three people were washed out from within it.

They were two men and one woman.

Both men were in their teens, all possessing handsome features and dignified appearances.

The woman was also quite beautiful; although she could not compare to a peerless beauty like Lianxing, she was certainly no worse than Hua Hua Xingnu or Tie Tie Pinggu.

However, at this moment, the woman's face was pale, she had stopped breathing, and appeared to have drowned.

Lianxing swept her gaze around, finally resting it on the two young men, and asked, "Who are you? What happened here?"

The two young men had naturally discovered Lianxing long ago; upon seeing her peerless beauty, they were both dazzled and mesmerized, but hearing her speak now, they finally snapped back to their senses.

Although Lianxing spoke in a normal tone, to their ears it sounded exceptionally clever and lively, as if carrying a kind of innocent childishness that instinctively evoked feelings of pity.

However, neither of them was an ordinary person; although they were amazed by Lianxing's beauty, they were not so bewitched by lust as to foolishly reveal their entire backgrounds.

Especially after undergoing this calamity, their understanding of "beautiful but venomous women" had become far deeper, and their resistance to beauty had greatly increased.

The two exchanged a glance.

One of them, whose face was full of shrewdness and lively wit, said, "This humble one is Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu, and my master is Yan Nan!"

"Yan Nan of the Wedding Dress Divine Sword?" Lianxing asked with slight surprise.

"Indeed, he is my master!" Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu chuckled.

Lianxing looked at Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu with a faint, ambiguous smile and said, "You are not old, yet you have many schemes. If you think Yan Nan's name alone can intimidate this Palace, then you are gravely mistaken."

Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu's smiling face stiffened, and he cautiously asked, "May I ask how this elder sister is addressed?"

Lianxing saw no need to hide, and smilingly replied, "This Palace is Lianxing."

"Lianxing, the Second Palace Master of the Move Flower Palace?!" Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu's expression froze completely, his heart pounding wildly.

Although Yan Nantian, wielder of the Bridal Gown Divine Sword, was a renowned grand master in the martial world, the reputation of the Shifted Flower Palace was even greater and more resounding; its terrifying prestige spread far and wide, and it was said that both Palace Mistresses were ruthless and cruel individuals.

These two women would certainly not fear Yan Nantian.

And he had just invoked his Master's name in an attempt to pressure this woman, hoping she would hesitate for fear of collateral damage; if this angered Lian Xing...

Thinking of how he had repeatedly danced on the edge of death, Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu broke out in a cold sweat on his back.

Lian Xing watched Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu's face-changing stunt with great interest, the smile on her face growing deeper.

Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu felt his scalp go numb under her gaze.

Though usually shrewd and agile, with his life and death now entirely in another's hands and unable to fathom Lian Xing's temperament, he adhered to the principle of "speak not, err not" and chose to hold his tongue.

Lian Xing then turned her gaze to another youth who appeared timid and possessed a refined demeanor.

The moment their eyes met, the youth hurriedly said, "This humble one is Jiang Jiang Yulang, son of Jiang Jiang Biehe, a native of Jingzhou, an insignificant figure unworthy of entering the Second Palace Mistress's immortal ears."

Having spoken, Jiang Jiang Yulang lifted his head and cautiously observed Lian Xing's expression.

He had expected Lian Xing to disdain his identity, given that she did not even hold Yan Nantian in high regard, yet her reaction was surprisingly intense.

"You are Jiang Jiang Biehe's son?"

As she spoke, an icy aura enveloped Jiang Jiang Yulang.

Lian Xing reached out and grabbed; her Ming Jade True Energy bound Jiang Jiang Yulang from mid-air, as if drawing him into her palm.

Alarm bells rang wildly in Jiang Jiang Yulang's heart; terror and horror spread across his face as his body was dragged forward against his will.

However, just as Lian Xing was about to seize him, Jiang Jiang Yulang's eyes turned fierce, revealing a small golden cylinder hidden within his sleeve.

Simultaneously, an urgent voice cried out, "Careful! That is the 'Heaven-Ending Earth-Destroying Bone-Piercing Heart-Penetrating Needle'!"

Jiang Jiang Jiang Jiang Xiaoyu's warning came too late.

The moment he spoke, Jiang Jiang Yulang had already triggered the mechanism.

In an instant, Lian Xing's vision blurred; over a hundred silver needles, fine as ox hairs, shot toward her face like a violent storm!

The distance between the two parties was extremely close; the previously harmless-looking Jiang Jiang Yulang had suddenly bared his fangs and unleashed such a terrifying weapon, truly catching Lian Xing off guard.

In her desperation, she could only instinctively release her True Energy with full force, forming an invisible barrier to protect her body.

Yet these silver needles were extraordinary; not only were they swift, fierce, dense, and rapid, but they also possessed the ability to pierce through energy!

The barrier formed by her Ming Jade True Energy blocked nearly a hundred needles, but the remaining twenty-plus continued shooting toward Lian Xing.

By this time, it was already too late to dodge!

Jiang Jiang Yulang's eyes were filled with tension and excitement; he knew full well that the needles inside this small cylinder were coated with deadly poison!

If even a single needle struck Lian Xing, regardless of her status, unless she were a celestial being, death would be certain!

Just as Lian Xing was about to be hit, at this critical moment, a luminous shield erupted, covering her completely and sealing her defense so tightly that not a drop of water could penetrate.

The silver needles struck the protective shield without piercing even a fraction of an inch, falling directly to the ground.