Chapter 99: The Lady of Xiang

  The left hand creates, the right hand destroys.

  However, as the two swords of life and death dispersed, Chu Cheng's heart only had a faint sense of regret and a helpless sigh.

  "What a pity! Not what I love!"

  Chu Cheng was fond of archery and had always been skilled in it. At this time, although he had grasped the two swords of life and death, to be honest, this was not swordsmanship, but rather the intent of the sword.

  The sword is the leader of all weapons, inheriting the Western spirit of killing and governing all weapons. Therefore, the master of the sword dies.

  But in Chu Cheng's heart, guns are the symbol of the Eastern Green Dragon, which is also known as the gun-like dragon. The Eastern Green Dragon belongs to the Jia-Yi wood element, governing the power of life.

  So, the left hand should be holding a gun, not a sword.

  A cultivator goes against heaven and walks, every step increases a large amount of lifespan, apart from seeking the Tao, the most important dream is to live forever.

  As a cultivator, Chucheng's life and death fate should also be long life and short death.

  So, long spear in left hand, short sword in right hand.

  Standing still for a moment in Chu City, his hands circulated with mysterious energy. The right hand's energy transformed into a short sword, while the left hand's energy transformed into a long spear.

  A sword is short, a spear is long; longevity and brevity of life.

  Chu City smiled slightly, and this life-and-death situation also came to an end.

  But at this moment, Chu Cheng suddenly looked stunned, and a flash of inspiration appeared in his heart. A divine ability that had been buried deep within him for half a month suddenly emerged.

  Dragon changes nine times!

  The divine dragon of Chu City's nine transformations, the first transformation is the transformation of the dragon body, and the first step is to transform the mysterious power into a dragon body.

  Dragon, isn't it compatible with guns?

  Chu City's left hand held a long spear, which gradually transformed and took on the shape of a dragon, yet it was neither quite dragon nor quite spear, unable to be described as either one or the other, perhaps it was the fusion of dragon and spear.

  "The Eastern Divine Beast is called Qing Long... Let's just call it Qing Long Spear."

  Chu City smiled faintly, dispersed the mysterious power, and opened her eyes.

  What meets the eye is the vermilion gate of mortal life's journey, as well as two motionless guards standing in front of the gate like sculptures.

  At the same time, Chu Cheng felt a chill run down his spine, not because of danger, but because there were dozens or even hundreds of pairs of eyes staring at him simultaneously, like thorns on his back.

  Turning around, Chu Cheng was taken aback for a moment, then hastily clasped his hands together and bowed slightly, saying:

  "Greetings to all seniors! I don't know what advice you have for me as a junior?"

  He has been tempered through the vicissitudes of life and can sense that these people have no malicious intentions, only a complex expression.

  "Haha, let me introduce myself. I am the master of Warm Jade Building. As for my name, it's long been abandoned and no longer used. My age should be older than your father, so you can call me 'Uncle'." The master of Warm Jade Building was overflowing with enthusiasm, haha laughing loudly.

  Is he the master of Warm Jade Tower? Is he the mysterious owner of Warm Jade Tower?

  Chu Cheng hastily said: "Junior has seen Senior."

  He didn't call him "Uncle", but called him a senior. He wouldn't even call an old man "Father", let alone Chu Yan calling someone "Big Brother", how could he possibly call Nuan Yulu "Uncle"?

  The master of the Warm Jade Building was taken aback for a moment, then immediately understood Chu Cheng's thoughts. He didn't get angry, but instead smiled and said: "Hehe, it's our first meeting, just a small gift, not enough to show respect."

  With a flick of his hand, it turned into an exquisite wine jug with the words "Yi Pin Nuan Yu Jiu" written on it.

  Chu Cheng took over the wine jug, his eyes fixed intently.

  He hadn't drunk this wine before, but he had heard of it; it was truly famous.

  This wine is the most distinctive and finest wine of Wēn Yù Lóu, divided into nine grades from first to ninth grade. They are the gifts for climbing the 28th to 36th floors of Wēn Yù Lóu, extremely precious.

  The day before yesterday, Huo Huangyu held a wine tasting and antique appraisal meeting, but only brought out half a cup of each of the first to fourth grade warm jade wine, which can be seen as precious.

  The master of Warm Jade Building has given this small gift with profound meaning, is it to predict that Chu City will condense blood jade and achieve an extraordinary genius?

  At this thought, Chu Cheng hastily thanked him: "Thank you for your kindness, Elder. I, Chu Cheng, will definitely not disappoint your expectations."

  The master of Warm Jade Building laughed loudly and nodded in praise.

  At this time, Lin Duogun took out a thin booklet and handed it to Chucheng: "I am Lin Duogun, I have admired your father for a long time. I see that you are originally good at spear techniques, and finally changed the short sword in your left hand to a long spear, and even vaguely appeared dragon-like? This 'Dragon Spear Fragment' was obtained by me accidentally, so I gave it to you."

  Lin Duqiang? The renowned Lin Duqiang? The old man praised Lin Duqiang, "He's got the calculations, he can endure, he's got a firm grasp, and he does it thoroughly, making people fear him." He is a promising figure who may be listed among the top ten strongmen, and he is also the undisputed number one gun master in the current Chu State mountain and sea border.

  Such a person, giving away his own incomplete shooting technique, can be said to be an extremely precious gift.

  "Thank you, Senior Lin. I've heard that your marksmanship is unparalleled, the best in the mountains and seas." Chu Cheng said with a smile.

  "Oh?"

  As soon as this was said, a faint joy appeared on Lin Duogun's face.

  "Alright, young Master Chucheng, come and sit with me for a while? I'll make sure there's plenty of good wine!" said the host of Warm Jade Tower.

  Chu Cheng shook his head: "Thank you for your kindness, senior... I still have to travel to the mortal world and find a senior who has something to ask."

  "Oh? Are you referring to 'Thousand Sorrowful Parting Sword' Luo Hongchen?" asked the Warm Jade Building Master.

  "It's not... it's Master Jiuxian. I happened to obtain one of Master Jiuxian's works and had some doubts, so I'd like to ask for your guidance, Master Jiuxian." said Chucheng.

  "Is that so? That's interesting." Warm Jade Building Master smiled and said: "In that case, I won't disturb you, young master. Please go ahead!"

  Chu Cheng cupped his hands and bid farewell, then took out 100,000 gold coins and handed them to the robust guard, before walking straight into the Red Dust Inn.

  Outside, the crowd gradually dispersed, leaving only Warm Jade Building's owner and Lin Duogun still present.

  "Aren't you leaving?" asked Nuan Yulou's master.

  "Aren't you leaving either?" Lin Duqiang glared at him sideways.

  "Haha! Then let's just wait and see what kind of good show Chu Chengxun will put on!" The master of Warm Jade Building and Lin Duqiang exchanged a glance, both bursting into loud laughter.

  Red dust binds travelers, red wood crafted staircase, directly connected to the ninth floor.

  Chu City climbed up the stairs and arrived at the seventh floor. Then, to his surprise, he found that outside the fifth room of Xiangzhu Yage on the left, Luohong Chen was standing alone, looking over in his direction.

  This person was originally looking for Mrs. Xiang! Mrs. Xiang, Luo Hongchen, the Ninth Forging Master...

  Chu Cheng suddenly felt that he had somehow gotten himself entangled in a terrifying love triangle, but what was the deal with those three guys?

  "Little friend, you've really come! Haha, we meet again. How's my Red Dust Sword?" Luo Hongchen laughed loudly.

  "One sword in the red dust, a name that is not spread in vain. The young one has gained much benefit." Chu Cheng smiled lightly, neither arrogant nor humble.

  "Hmph, he was trying to harm you, but failed, and yet you're still being so polite to him?" A cold voice rang out from the Xiang Zhu Ya Pavilion.

  "Fart! I, the first of the top ten strongmen in Shanhaijing, would go so far as to secretly harm a twelve-year-old child? Don't measure others by your own petty standards! Jiuxian, you're just a naked little man!" Lu Hongchen's face turned bright red as he burst into a loud scolding.

  "You're the petty one! You are the petty one!" Ninth Master scolded loudly.

  "You're! You're!" Luo Hongchen continued to scold.

  Two people came and went, loudly scolding each other, leaving Chu Cheng staring in shock.

  These two people... are indeed arch-rivals, and it's not just an ordinary feud!

  Suddenly, a soft voice sounded.

  "Alright, shut up."

  As soon as this was said, neither Luo Hongchen nor Jiu Yan's master dared to utter a word, and there was complete silence.

  "Sure enough... one thing offsets another. The voice in the doorway must be Madame Xiang, I suppose?" Chu Cheng thought to himself with a hint of amusement.

  "Outside the door... could it be Chu Cheng? Your father, is he Chu Tian Ge?" Madam Xiang's voice trembled slightly.

  "This doesn't seem right, how did it get linked to the old man? What's going on... Xiang Furen's tone is clearly off... Could it be that legendary quadrangle love?" Chu Cheng was almost stunned in his heart.

  "Chu City?" asked Lady Xiang.

  "What? Ah, could it be Lady Xiang? I am Chu Cheng, and my family's elder is Chu Tian Ge."

  "Old man? Your father is not old! In that case...please come in. Hongchen, you too, come on in." said Madame Xiang.

  "Thank you!" Chu Cheng smiled slightly, but suddenly felt a strange gaze staring at him. He turned his head to look and was surprised to see Luo Hongchen. His eyes were complex, filled with gratitude, hatred, doubt, and many other emotions.

  The bamboo door of Xiangzhu Yage quietly opened, and Chu Cheng and Luo Hongchen walked in one after the other.

  This is Chu Cheng's first time entering Xiang Zhu Ya Ge, and also Luo Hongchen's first time.

  And for the first time, whether it was Chu Cheng or Luo Hongchen, they were both stunned and amazed.

  Luohong Chen, after all, was a strong practitioner of the Mountain and Sea Realm. He was slightly surprised but quickly regained his composure and walked towards a beautiful woman with a white veil on her face. However, Chucheng stood frozen in place, unable to move.

  Because of this small Xiang bamboo pavilion, it is actually like a small world, with mountains and rivers, and also a city.

  In this city, there are countless humans, ferocious beasts, and rare flowers and plants, everything is available.

  At this time, the place where Chucheng was located turned out to be on top of a white cloud. In the distance, there were white clouds with exquisite buildings on them, forming a large mansion. On it was engraved the four characters "Xiang Zhu Fu Di".

  In front of the mansion, above the white clouds, a woman wearing traditional clothes and a white veil was playing the zither. The sound was so melodious and moving that it seemed to be from heaven, rarely heard in the mortal world.

  Not far away, on another white cloud, a middle-aged man with a straight waist was staring at the woman in a daze, his face full of tenderness.

  "Welcome to 'Xiang Zhu Fu Di'. Chu City, where I am located, how is it?" Madam Xiang said lightly after finishing her song.

  "It's like a paradise on earth, as if it were a dream." Chu Cheng exclaimed.

  "It's too much, it's just a blessed place. When you enter the Qingming Ruins, you'll find that this humble Xiang bamboo blessed land is nothing more than that. Chucheng, how is your father?" Madam Xiang's voice was trembling slightly.

  "The old man has entered the horizontal mountain range to meditate and prepare for a breakthrough in his spiritual powers. Don't worry, senior, this old man is no ordinary person, breaking through the spiritual realm is child's play." Chu Cheng smiled.

  This is not empty talk, but the true thoughts deep in his heart. For Chu Tian Ge, he has such confidence. Breaking through to the Divine Path realm is only a matter of time.