King of Hundred Victories Saber

Liu Tingting slightly tilted her body, graceful in posture, her voice gentle yet clear, and slowly spoke: "Hero Shi, do you remember Wu Chi? He is the Young Master of Snow Eagle Castle, which was destroyed by you, Hero Shi, along with the legendary gold mine disappearing without a trace. That gold mine was their Wu family's dream for hundreds of years, a fortune they desired but could never obtain despite all their efforts. Think about it, how could Wu Chi easily swallow this bitterness and willingly lose everything? As for my Divine Water Palace, because of your duel with the Divine Water Palace Master, we had no choice but to retreat from the Jianghu feud. After that, many subsidiary branches left us one after another. Wu Chi seized this opportunity, allied with those branches that defected, and tracked you all the way to Shandong, just waiting for you to show up. As for Wu Wei, whom you saved, there's no coexisting with the enemy who killed her father; how could she forget? While accompanying you southward on the long journey, she often sneaked away when others were unprepared, secretly liaising with Wu Chi. They used unique Jianghu codes to exchange plans secretly. The Treasure Bead Wu Wei carries is the key to opening the Ancient Curse Space. They used this bead to successfully open the Ancient Curse Space, imprisoning the sect leaders of all major sects in Shandong Martial Arts inside, attempting to use them as bait to lure you into their trap. Unfortunately, they never expected your Bright Jade Technique to have reached its peak of perfection, so strong that you ingeniously avoid all their meticulously set traps with your extraordinary martial arts and wisdom, unharmed. Grand Squad Leader Shi, if you wish to learn more about the details of Black Wind Stronghold, I would be glad to tell you in detail." Her words were like a babbling stream, clear and coherent, laying out the causes and consequences, the ins and outs clearly for everyone, as if lifting the heavy fog from the eyes of Shi Feiyang and others.

Upon hearing these astonishing news, Xiang Kun and Jin Liufu walked hurriedly with quick steps, "thump thump thump", hastily coming to eavesdrop, their expressions tense like a frightened bird, eyes wide and full of terror.

When the terrifying descriptions of Black Wind Stronghold reached their ears, the eyes of the two instantly widened like copper bells, involuntarily gasping "hiss" as a chilling cold shot up from the soles of their feet along their spines "whoosh" straight to the top of their heads, freezing them to a shiver. Their palms each squeezed a handful of cold sweat, the palms were moist, nails almost dug into their palms, emitting a faint "creak". Gong Simeng's eyes sparkled with curiosity, like bright stars in the night sky, eagerly asking: "Please continue!" Her body leaned slightly forward, as if drawn by an invisible force, her face full of urgency, as if anticipating a thrilling adventure story, wishing desperately to dive into Liu Tingting's words and explore the mysteries.

Shi Feiyang, upon realizing it suddenly, had a flash of understanding in his eyes, like fog pierced by sunlight.

A faint smile appeared at the corner of his lips, and he nodded with a smile, secretly plotting a game of strategy regarding success or failure in his mind, each step in his contemplation.

Liu Tingting saw this, lightly coughed, adjusted her sitting posture, and continued vividly introducing the situation of Black Wind Stronghold.

"The Village Chief of Black Wind Stronghold is Xiao Shatian, born from the Nine Nether Demon Sect, whose martial arts move 'Nine Nether Bone-Eroding Claw' is viciously ruthless to the extreme. When he extends his claws, the speed is as fast as lightning, 'whoosh', making it impossible for people to react. The claw wind carries with it a sinister air, seemingly able to freeze the surrounding air into ice, the temperature dropping instantly to freezing point, making 'swoosh' sounds. Once caught, the wound would corrode rapidly at a visible speed, intense pain like a surging tide, instantly spreading throughout the body, making one feel too painful to live, as if placed in the Eighteen Layers of Hell, unable to restrain a 'ah' cry." Liu Tingting said while mimicking Xiao Shatian's claw action, her fingers extending like eagle claws, her eyes fierce, as if the terrifying Village Chief stood right before her.

"The Altar Master of Cyan Dragon Altar in Black Wind Stronghold is Chu Kuanglan, coming from the Furious Sea Shark Gang, adept in 'Frenzied Shark Breaking Wave Saber'. When he performs his saber techniques, it's open and closed, each swing carrying the momentum of a mountain collapsing and sea overturning, as if tumultuous waves of the sea, one after another, continuous. Amidst the flashing saber light, 'whoosh whoosh', one can hear the deafening roar of waves, 'rumble rumble', making opponents frightful as if placed in a turbulent sea, possibly swallowed by the huge waves at any time." Liu Tingting stood up, picked up a nearby branch as if it were a long saber, swinging in open and closed motions, mimicking Chu Kuanglan's saber techniques, her expression also becoming brave as she narrated.

"White Tiger Altar Master Shen Ye Xiao is an expert from the Dark Night Ghost Sect, proficient in the 'Ghost Shadow Flashing Sword'. His sword moves are enigmatic and unpredictable, able to flash in the dark like a ghost, body unpredictable, hard to grasp. Once he strikes, it's a piercing attack, a flash of cold light, 'whoosh' instantly taking a life, catching people off guard, as if in the darkness countless pairs of life-taking eyes are hidden." At this point, Liu Tingting's body flashed, and the branch she held transformed into a sword, quickly stabbing the air, her movements light yet rapid, like a ghost, her expression turning mysterious.

"Vermilion Bird Altar Master Su Yanfeng, originally the Saintess of the Red Flame Sect, her 'Flaming Phoenix Blaze Palm' is astonishingly powerful. When she strikes, it's with blazing fire, 'whoosh' instantly, where the palm wind reaches, turning into a sea of fire. The scorching flames seem able to devour everything in the world, filling the air with the pungent smell of burning, flames burning with 'crackle' sounds, can instantly ignite opponents, trapping them in a sea of fire." Liu Tingting's hands moved, simulating Su Yanfeng's palm action, as if there were flames truly burning in her hands.

Her eyes also shone with burning light.

"The Altar Master of Black Tortoise Altar Zhou Yan Python hails from Coiling Snake Valley, his 'Profound Python Silk Binding Technique' is eerie and difficult to handle. His inner strength wraps like a python, cunningly dissolving and countering opponent's attacks, just like a python tightly wrapping its prey, making 'hiss hiss' sounds, rendering it unable to escape. His eyes convey a chill, ready to launch a lethal strike at any time, making people shiver." Liu Tingting's hands twisted like snakes, her movements winding, her eyes cold, vividly painting Zhou Yan Python's image.

At this time, several maids of Liu Tingting carried Liu Tingting's cherry wood chair and ancient zither, their postures light as butterflies dancing, "swoosh swoosh", fluttering down, standing behind Liu Tingting. Their eyes conveyed fear, occasionally gazing at the White Tiger behind Shi Feiyang, their bodies trembling slightly.

After introducing the situation of Black Wind Stronghold, Liu Tingting continued: "Grand Squad Leader Shi, this investigation will be fraught with difficulties, not only impeded by unknown forces but also suspicion and doubt from various factions of Jianghu. After all, the Heroic Sakura Association, as a rising force, has unstable foundations in Jianghu, many still have doubts about you." Her eyes conveyed worry, as if draping a layer of gloom, her tone also becoming heavy, each word carrying the weight of a thousand pounds.

Shi Feiyang, Xiang Kun, Jin Liufu, and Gong Simeng exchanged glances, their eyes conveying complex emotions, conducting a silent dialogue. All slightly tilted their bodies, nodding at Liu Tingting, expressing agreement with her words.

However, Shi Feiyang and others did not retreat because of this. A steadfast glow appeared in Shi Feiyang's eyes, like a lighthouse in the dark never extinguished, he clenched his fist, "crack" sound, as if accumulating infinite strength, ready to face the imminent challenge.

Then, Shi Feiyang led Gong Simeng, Jin Liufu, Xiang Kun, and Liu Tingting to camp in the valley.

He arranged for Gong Simeng to take the Vermilion Bird back to Jinan Prefecture, to inquire about Black Wind Stronghold from the Elder of Heroic Sakura Association and Sub-Branch Leader of Jinan Prefecture, "Qiankun Saber Sect" Sect Leader Lie Quan, and requested Lie Quan to prepare, to dispatch manpower to support as soon as possible.

If possible, to have Lie Quan personally lead a division to support here.

At the "Jinhui Inn" in Jinan Prefecture city, Gong Simeng pleasantly bathed and changed clothes, she put on a light, soft nightgown, the nightgown gently adhered to her body like clouds.

Resting in the small attic room rented by Shi Feiyang, she felt incredibly comfortable, all her fatigue was dispersed by the warm bed and familiar atmosphere. After multiple fierce battles with enemies, her body was extremely tired, every muscle was sore, protesting this arduous battle with "sour and numb" discomfort.

She decided to stay in the city for a night to rest after contacting and secretly discussing with Lie Quan before returning to Mount Tai valley.