Chapter 755: Chapter 754: Harmony of Life (Seeking Monthly Tickets!)
After returning to the inn, the Gui Family went off to discuss their matters. Liu Hanshan still hadn’t been found so far, let alone the Gui Family, it seemed like Wei Langyi, who was far away in the northwest, was getting anxious as well.
Up to now, Shi Xiaole still couldn’t figure out why the Gui and Liu families suddenly wanted to form matrimonial alliance. However, it wasn’t something he could be involved in, and he didn’t want to be either.
The court was much more dangerous than the Martial World, or rather, it was a more ruthless version of it. Given Shi Xiaole’s current situation, he wasn’t even qualified to get involved.
The next day, everyone ate together.
Gui Nanyan showcased the demeanor of a great general during the meal, urging everyone to drink wine continuously. Despite his rough speech, he was generous and candid. On getting high on alcohol, he would even crack a few vulgar jokes, which would make all the men laugh and women scold him.
As things went along, he hit it off with Mu Ling, who loved drinking too. After just three rounds of drinks, they had already finished nearly three jars of wine, exclaiming in pleasure.
"Brother Gui may not know that, compared to drinking, Old Shi is the one who is truly formidable." Said Mu Ling, trying to drag Shi Xiaole into this as he was in high spirits.
Gui Nanyan quickly poured Shi Xiaole a drink, saying, "I’ve already heard about the matter from Fuling, Brother Shi, I can’t thank you enough!" He then downed an entire jar.
He’d heard about how Shi Xiaole led everyone out of the branch of the Blade Slave Sect last night. It would be a lie to say he wasn’t astounded. From Gui Zhihang’s words, he vaguely sensed a sense of self-deprecation from his younger brother.
In terms of martial arts, his younger brother had never admired anyone else. If there was someone, it would be someone of the Martial Emperor’s caliber, which indicated just how amazing the talents of the Kirin were.
Shi Xiaole didn’t want to embarrass him, so he too drank an entire jar. Seeing him act as if nothing had happened, Gui Nanyan’s eyes lit up, revealing a sense of combativeness.
"Brother Shi, you remind me of another person. He, just like you, carries a low-key aura, but possesses awe-inspiring abilities. Not even the Flying Horse Dynasty or the northern Bei Liang Dynasty and southern Daxia Dynasty have many comparable individuals."
This piqued everyone’s curiosity.
Although Gui Nanyan resided in the northwest, rumors said that he, decades ago, had traveled the world with Wei Langyi, his insight far surpassing that of mere mortals. They wondered who it could be to earn such a high appraisal from him.
"I don’t know his real name, but I do know that he’s called the Martial Emperor!"
What?!
Everyone nearly jumped up in surprise.
Gui Nanyan had met the Martial Emperor?
"About five years ago, the Martial Emperor returned from the Western Region and specifically came to drink with Master Wei, and I had the honor of pouring wine for them."
Recalling that day, Gui Nanyan’s expression changed, his rough and rugged face showing a rare solemnity.
One was the man he respected most, and the other, a master known throughout the world, who left endless legends behind. The chance to accompany the two of them would probably be the dream of countless men.
"What does the Martial Emperor look like?" The impatient Yuan Yuying asked, her face flushed with excitement.
Everyone else was also curious.
The name of the Martial Emperor shook the world, but very few people had actually seen him. He was the embodiment of extreme power and extreme mystery.
Perhaps, the Divine Strategy Academy could sketch an image of the Martial Emperor, but would they dare?
"I forget."
Gui Nanyan murmured: "His appearance should be astonishing, truly astonishing. But the second day he left, I could no longer remember what he looked like."
He suddenly turned to look at Shi Xiaole, his eyes gleaming with dazzling colors: "It’s strange to say, but brother Shi, your demeanor when drinking just now reminded me of Martial Emperor! In some people’s eyes, Brother Shi is probably this generation’s Martial Emperor."
This casual remark made everyone present gasp.
Maybe they were too close to Shi Xiaole, never truly realizing the status of ’Kirin’ in the Martial World, especially among the young generation.
It was not until Gui Nanyan spoke that they thought back on all the records set by the Kirin in the past. It was then they suddenly realized that Kirin’s radiance was overshadowing the various deeds the Martial Emperor had done in his prime.
Gui Zhihang, Mu Ling, and even Duanmu Keren all had complicated feelings in their hearts, but admiration for Shi Xiaole was undeniably the strongest.
"That’s not what I said."
With a mischievous smirk on his face, Gui Nanyan continued, "I said Brother Shi is this generation’s Martial Emperor according to Master Wei’s evaluation months ago! Brother Shi, Master Wei really admires you!"
Seeing everyone’s eyes fixed on him, Shi Xiaole bowed and said, "I’m very grateful for Master Wei’s kindness." He had a lingering question in his mind - Why was Wei Langyi, with her status, even paying attention to the Martial World?
What exactly is the relationship between Martial Emperor and Wei Langyi?
Gui Nanyan’s smile widened, telling Shi Xiaole that he could go to him if he needed help in the northwest in the future. In his words, he even urged Shi Xiaole to join the army in the northwest.
Shi Xiaole pretended not to understand, only nodding repeatedly.
The feast ended amidst everyone’s joy.
There were still no leads on Liu Hanshan’s whereabouts, and no one knew how the Gui Family and Liu Family were getting along at present. All they knew was that after staying in Seven Stars City for two days, Gui Nanyan decided to lead everyone back to the Gui Family.
"Brother Shi, are you really going?" Gui Zhihang asked reluctantly in the suburbs.
"I can’t be of much help, and I don’t want to distract you all. You should be attentive and stay in the Martial World." Shi Xiaole said with a carefree smile.
Both Mu Ling and Duanmu Keren expressed the same feelings by his side. Each prodigy was unique with their own life and journey.
Gui Zhihang, of course, understood this, and thus he didn’t insist on Shi Xiaole staying.
Gui Nanyan, Gui Fuling and others said their goodbyes to everyone, inviting them to visit the Gui Family, they then boarded the carriage and disappeared in a cloud of dust.
"Brother Shi, one day I will challenge you."
Mu Ling solemnly said before leaving.
He never fought without confidence, so if one day he challenged Shi Xiaole, it would be when he was able to defeat him.
"I’ll be waiting."
Shi Xiaole handled it calmly.
Duanmu Keren didn’t say anything, just nodded to Shi Xiaole and others, and then left.
"Let’s go too."
After everyone left, Shi Xiaole said to Hua Yiyun and the others.
Next, he did not plan to continue wandering in Tian State. The more common adventures and experiences were no longer useful at Shi Xiaole’s current level, unless there was something like Tri-Pole Palace, or one of the ten-dangerous places.
The former is a chance encounter, the latter is full of crisis, and life-threatening. Often only aging Earth Immortals with a short life expectancy would dare to go there, but most of them ended up buried there.
Instead of wandering aimlessly, better to return to Wuling Villa, at least there were his family, lover, and friends.
After meeting up with Qingfeng, Great White, and Little White, they quickly rushed back to Xuanwu State.
The three mutant creatures naturally surprised Hua Yiyun and the others, especially Yuan Yuying, who was playing happily with the three peculiar creatures because of her girlish nature.
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Wuling Villa.
Upon hearing of the arrival of the Villa Master, everyone in the villa was very excited.
The battle at Endless Risky Peak had been disseminated throughout the Flying Horse Dynasty by the latest issue of the Martial World newsletter. By now, everyone knew that their Villa Master was stronger than the Martial Emperor of the same era, and was considered the current Martial Emperor.
Now everyone in the Xuanwu State believes that under the leadership of Shi Xiaole, Wuling Villa will one day become one of the major forces in the world, promising a great future.
After nearly two years away, Nine Heavens Mountain has undergone tremendous changes.
Apart from the Wuling Villa on the Southeast Peak, the Southwest Peak, Northwest Peak, and Northeast Peak Villas have already been completed, thanks to the funding Shi Xiaole received from the Ghost Lethal Sect and Zhu Ling’s business acumen, the Villa on the West Peak was also completed a few days ago.
However, this has once again put Wuling Villa in a financially embarrassing situation.
After the initial excitement, Zhu Ling could not help complaining to Shi Xiaole. Shi Xiaole could do nothing but assure her with kind words.
Of course, apart from this, the development of Nine Heavens Mountain can be described as smooth sailing.
Xin Zhuliu has already succeeded in breaking through to the second layer of Divine Barrier Realm, and he is also a top-tier third-class Earth Immortal, undoubtedly the guardian god of Nine Heavens Mountain.
The Tri-Pole Palace may not have broken through to the Divine Border Realm, but with the Effortless Seeking Technique, besides Xin Zhuliu, no one else in the entire Xuanwu State is their adversary.
The number of people in Wuling Villa at the 9th layer of Dragon Gate Realm has increased to thirty-six, the 8th layer has seventy-eight, and the 7th and 6th layers exceed hundreds.
Some are from Xuanwu State, and some have pledged their loyalty from the nearby states. Their loyalty and character are proven.
Wuling Villa could now be considered a third-tier force if placed in Tian State.
"You seemed preoccupied on this trip home?"
In a luxurious room elegantly furnished, Xia Yunxi, dressed in a peach-colored robe, sat on Shi Xiaole’s lap, her voice soft.
Two years passed, and she seemed younger and more vibrant. Her warm and cheerful personality gave her a charm that only mature women have, like a ripe peach, enticing and making hearts sway every time she moved.
If they didn’t know about her relationship with the Villa Master, there would be a long line of young talents in the villa pursuing her.
Seeing that Shi Xiaole was looking out of the window, where clusters of flowers illuminated by the palace lamp lights flickered in the darkness, Xia Yunxi pinched his face: "No matter what you encounter, you’re the luckiest person in the world."
"Why?"
Shi Xiaole was confused.
"Because you have me! As a beautiful, gentle, generous, and passionate beauty willing to accompany you, aren’t you truly blessed?"
"Well, thank you."
"You don’t mean it, I’m mad at you."
Xia Yunxi twisted her waist, preparing to jump off his lap, but was grabbed by strong arms, immediately pounding his chest in displeasure, "Don’t touch me, I want to get down, leave me alone."
After a moment of stifling and passionate silence, their breathing gradually deepened.
The candle in the room flickered, but could not cover the sound of two accelerating heartbeats; the occasional bird call from outside came in with the cold wind, but could not cool the heat in the room.
They have known each other for many years and their feelings haven’t faded through years of separation. Instead, it has become even more touching and precious because of the yearning and longing.
The moon tonight was very round.
The person tonight was very beautiful.
Shi Xiaole no longer tried to suppress himself, he liked the natural flow of things.
With all his passion, he sought after the answer in his beloved woman. In her shy, coquettish pose, the two saw their true selves, returning to their origins.
And when they completely possessed each other, they both felt a sense of fulfillment and happiness from the bottom of their hearts.
Amidst the endless love and tenderness, they roamed the heavens and flew through the universe together, truly achieving a great harmony in life; there was no longer a distinction between you and me.
