King of Hundred Victories Saber

Chapter 970: Chapter 269: Brave Assault on the Salt Warehouse Against Bandits, Racing Through the Night to Turn the Tide (Part 3)

After speaking, he gave another bow to the ground, staying in that position for a long time.

That deep bow was filled with his endless respect.

Changwei’s daughter, Chang Bin, and son-in-law, Li Ye, upon hearing this, were filled with awe and expectation. They exchanged a glance, understanding each other without words.

With two "plop" sounds, they both kneeled before Shi Feiyang and said in unison, "Thank you, Young Master, for your life-saving grace. This kindness and this affection, we will never forget, willing to go through fire and water for you without hesitation. If there are any tasks in the future, we will dedicate ourselves wholeheartedly to repay today’s kindness."

Their voices were firm and powerful, resonating in the strong wind, embedding a vow to Shi Feiyang that they would never break.

Soon after, tears welled up in Chang Bin’s eyes, trembling like morning dew rolling on a lotus leaf, ready to fall at any moment.

Her voice carried a tinge of sob, akin to a stream sobbing in the mountains, as she said, "Young Master Shi, for years we have escorted goods in the Jianghu, facing countless bandits’ harassment, suffering beyond words. Seeing your divine power today is like clouds parting to reveal the sun. We earnestly request to join the Heroic Sakura Association, and in the future, we pledge to serve you tirelessly, to repay today’s life-saving grace."

Li Ye nodded repeatedly by her side, looking eager, filled with hope in his eyes, and said, "Yes, Young Master, those bandits are like wolves, leaving us with nowhere to turn. We pray for your great compassion to allow us to find refuge and sustenance in the Heroic Sakura Association."

Shi Feiyang nodded slightly, with a gentle smile on his face, like the warm sun of spring that could dispel all the world’s gloom.

He reached out to help the two stand, saying softly, "Please rise, both of you. Since you’ve been forced by brigands and possess such a sincere heart, our Heroic Sakura Association would never turn you away. In the future, work hard on your skills, and you will surely hold your heads high and no longer suffer from those scoundrels."

After speaking, Shi Feiyang turned his head to look at Elder Chief Chang, with a trace of thought flashing in his eyes, and suggested, "Elder Leader Chang, in my humble opinion, you might as well merge Changwei Escort Agency into our Heroic Sakura Association’s subsidiary, Tiger Power Escort Agency. This could enhance Tiger Power Escort Agency’s reputation, benefiting both parties. With the Heroic Sakura Association’s support, no one would dare challenge you while escorting goods. Our Heroic Sakura Association has always upheld the motto of ’repay grievances with vengeance, and kindness with gratitude.’ Whoever dares to provoke us is courting death. Now our Heroic Sakura Association has branches in Shandong, Liaodong, Bozhou, and even in the prairie, Capital, and Central Plains; we are filled with experts, strong and capable, and will surely protect you all thoroughly."

Changwei was overjoyed to hear this, his face filled with excitement, like a burning flame lighting up his face.

He tightly held Shi Feiyang’s hands, as if grasping a life-saving straw, and said, "Young Master Shi’s plan is brilliant! I was worrying about the future of the Escort Agency, but this is truly a blessing for the Escort Agency and a fortune for us! I will follow the Young Master’s arrangement, merge the Escort Agency, and henceforth follow the Young Master’s lead."

Seeing this, Shi Feiyang smiled slightly, with a smile that was confident and composed, and said, "In that case, let’s first rest at Mingjian Manor to avoid this biting cold wind for a while." Everyone nodded in agreement, their faces showing a relieved expression.

Thus, the heroes followed Shi Feiyang to Mingjian Manor.

They traveled under the banner of Changwei Escort Agency, chatting along the way. Although the cold wind was biting, it could not diminish the enthusiasm in everyone’s hearts.

Through their conversations, they deepened their understanding of each other, and the atmosphere became even more harmonious, as if they were old friends of many years.

The group slowly made their way to Mingjian Manor, facing the biting cold wind.

From afar, they saw the Young Manor Master, Dugu Chang, wearing a splendid brocade robe, embroidered with golden and silver threads, which under the sunlight, looked like the splendid clouds of the horizon, dazzling and eye-catching. He was already waiting at the manor’s entrance, surrounded by a group of well-dressed swordsmen.

Those swordsmen stood tall, with sharp eyes, like a pack of leopards ready to pounce, exuding a chilling aura.

Dugu Chang, elegant in demeanor, stood tall like a pine tree, as if a sturdy pine standing firm in the cold wind, unafraid of harsh weather.

He wore a warm smile, like the gentle sun of spring, able to dispel winter’s chill, making people feel as if they were bathing in the spring breeze.

Seeing Changwei and others arrive, he, like an agile leopard, quickly stepped forward to greet them, with movements that were both graceful and quick.

He cupped his hands and said in a clear voice, "Elder Chief Chang, I’ve long admired your great name, heard like thunder in my ears! It’s an honor for this humble manor to have the privilege of hosting you all today!" After saying this, he bowed slightly, with graceful and appropriate manners, fully displaying the demeanor of a scion of a noble family. While speaking, Dugu Chang inadvertently glanced at Guo Xiangyu, and that glance was like a bolt of lightning striking his heart.

Guo Xiangyu was dressed in a light blue brocade jacket, embroidered with exquisite plum blossom patterns, which in this icy and snowy winter, made her look like a plum blossom blooming proudly in the snow, noble and beautiful.

The jacket hugged her body, outlining her graceful figure, with a slim waist that seemed it couldn’t withstand a gentle grip, and her slightly raised hips formed beautiful curves, displaying the softness and charm of a woman.

Her face was like a painting, with skin as fair as snow, as smooth and delicate as white jade. Her eyes were like a clear autumn pool, full of spirit, as if they could captivate one’s soul. Her high-bridged nose and lips, like cherry blossoms, were charming and alluring, making one fall in love at first sight.