Although Ma Yong's voice was soft, everyone was at the city gate and the merchants stopped in their tracks when they saw the new leader of the Nanda tribe stopping them. They did not dare to go forward rashly in case they were caught in the crossfire. There was only the snoring of the horses nearby, so the man with the full beard heard his words clearly. He shook his head and said word by word arrogantly, "I want all four of them."
Shi Xuan was originally worried that Mo Jingqiu's stunning beauty would attract lascivious playboys, so he only planned to buy some rations and pass through the city. It was not that he was afraid of trouble, but he did not want to waste time. Although the power of the Connate Taoism embryo was better than a normal half-step Golden Immortal, it did not have spiritual intelligence and its power was scattered. Unless it was completely refined by Mo Jingqiu, it would not be able to block an attack from a half-step Golden Immortal, not to mention suppressing its power to the body-refining stage. If he could save some time, he would naturally save it.
However, he did not expect that these four horses that he had casually made would attract trouble. Shi Xuan completely ignored the man with the full beard and turned to look at Mo Jingqiu teasingly. Then, he lifted the reins and was about to rush over. He did not want to waste his breath. As for the man blocking in front of the horses, he could only pray for his own good luck.
These four fine horses were created by Heaven Immortals. They were at the peak of the Body Refining Stage and were only half a step away from the ranks of Demonic Horses. Compared to those delicate horses that would be crippled after a few days of running at full speed, even if two people were riding them at the same time, the difference was huge. They were truly the best companions for traveling and killing.
From the start, Ma Yong had felt that this man and woman were good-looking and charming. Even if they were brave and ruthless wanderers, they probably had a powerful background. Now that he saw Shi Xuan pulling the reins, he immediately guessed what he was thinking. He hurriedly pulled the reins and begged bitterly, "Sir, don't be rash. There are many people from the Nanda tribe nearby. Even if you are skilled in martial arts, how can you withstand the attack of dozens of people? Don't you know that Yang Zongyu, known as the best swordsman in the world, was surrounded by over 20 soldiers with spears and shields and stabbed to death?!"
The commotion here had already alerted the general guarding the gate. He hurriedly walked over with a few personal guards and clarified the matter in a few words. He said to Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu, "Wanderers, this is the leader of the Nanda tribe, Asa. He has just submitted and is at a time when the Emperor thinks highly of him. Don't be young and arrogant. Even if your elders have high positions and power, can they be higher than the Emperor? Furthermore, this is the Three Yang Pass. A powerful dragon cannot suppress a snake in its own territory. It is out of your reach. If you are really killed by leader Asa, there is nothing you can do. Let me give you a piece of advice. Money and horses are just worldly possessions. Your lives are the most precious. "
When the merchants and travelers who were watching from afar heard the general's words, most of them did not react. However, a few inexperienced youths said indignantly, "Why is it reasonable to force people to buy and sell?!"
"That's right. The officials of the imperial court actually advised the two wanderers to follow the leader. Where is the law?"
"It's a pity that those four horses are strong and full of vitality. One look and you can tell that they are extraordinary."
An old and wise merchant sneered, "Law? Reason? The imperial court does not care about this. In any case, we have to follow these foreign tribes at the borders of the West Region. Otherwise, if they cause trouble, the imperial court will punish you fellows who do not care about the big picture. "
"Humph, every year, countless merchants are killed and robbed by these foreign tribes who pretend to be thieves. I have not heard of any punishment. Fortunately, this leader Asa did not fancy that delicate lady. Otherwise, we would have offended him! "
Seeing that the general was protecting him, the full-bearded man Asa laughed. He no longer had any scruples. A dozen burly men walked out from the stalls and pedestrians at the side. They were all burly and held sharp machetes in their hands. There were even two or three of them who held longbows. Their attire was the same as Asa's. It was obvious that they were from the Nandu tribe.
Asa pointed and said loudly, "You two thieves stole the horses of my tribe. How dare you resist? My tribe has done good deeds and will not be calculative with you. Just take back the horses. Do not anger us. Blood will be spilled within five steps. " Killing in public was the last option. Even though Asa was arrogant, he still understood that he had to leave some face for the general so that they could meet in the future.
The general understood his intention and shouted sternly, "You wanderers often use your martial arts to break the rules. Do you think that everyone is born human? Even if you train your body day and night and practice your moves, you can only win against three to five people in the end. You can do nothing when you meet a dozen soldiers with swords and knives. Don't even mention strong bows and the imperial court's army."
"Don't be conceited about your martial prowess. Otherwise, you'll become fugitives. The world is so big, and there's nowhere you can go. You can't return to your homes, you can't enjoy prosperous places, and you can't meet your friends … You'll spend your days and nights in fear of being hunted.
"Hurry up and return the horses!"
Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu understood that what the general said was true. In the Land of Dharma Ending, the pinnacle of the body refining realm was the limit. Even if one's moves were exquisite, without the support of inner Qi and mana, it would be like flowers in the mirror and the moon in the water. Therefore, once a physical practitioner at the pinnacle of the body refining realm met with an organized gang or soldiers, he could at most fight against ten. If there were more, it depended on whether he could overwhelm the opponent with his imposing manner and make them flee in fear.
There were fifteen to sixteen men of the Nandu tribe present. They were all valiant and must have been used to living on the edge of a knife. Some of them were even holding bows and arrows. There were more than ten soldiers guarding the city and the general's bodyguards. If they were to really fight, it was obvious which side they would stand on. If they were not careful, True Lord Shi and True Lord Mo, who could dominate the heavens and worlds and could destroy a small thousand with a wave of their hands, would die in their hands. That would be a big joke.
However, Shi Xuan glanced at Mo Jingqiu with a smile. Seeing that she was also looking at him with a smile, the two of them were not angry or afraid. They only had one thought: Don't waste time.
"Can you cut through the layers of restraints and obstacles?" Shi Xuan asked leisurely.
Mo Jingqiu smiled sweetly, "As much as you can."
Only without restraints could one be free and unfettered. Along the way, the two of them had encountered dangers and temptations. When had they not overcome such a situation? How could they give up?
Even if the Nirvana Daoist was in front of them, Shi Xuan would not beg for mercy. He would only look for an opportunity calmly. Death was the most difficult thing to do.
In the end, the biggest gain from cultivation was still the heart of Dao. It would not be destroyed by the changes in the environment.
Asa did not understand what the two of them were talking about. He waved his hand, "Go and get the horses for me."
As soon as he finished speaking, there was a buzz and an arrow was nailed into his forehead. His eyes were wide open, not daring to believe that Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu would fall after attacking so brazenly.
An indistinct thought in his mind gradually dissipated, "Even if we want to attack, we can't kill people directly!"
"They actually attacked and even dared to kill people on the streets. Aren't they afraid of the imperial court's laws and the surrounding soldiers and clansmen of the Lan Tuo Tribe?" The gatekeeper didn't expect that this man and woman, who looked decent, would actually be murderous criminals. He couldn't react for a moment.
Before the soldiers and bodyguards could prepare to attack, they saw another arrow shoot out and kill a clansman of the Lan Tuo Tribe who was holding a bow.
Then, Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu pressed down on the backs of their horses and leaped out. They stretched out their swords and each pounced on a person holding a bow.
At this moment, the people of the Lan Tuo Tribe finally reacted. They waved their scimitars and surrounded Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu. However, they were too slow. With a flash of cold light, the two people holding the bows were cut in half along with their people.
Shi Xuan's mind was as clear as a mirror. It was as though everyone's actions were reflected in his mind. He kicked with his right foot and his body flew back like a sharp arrow. He passed between the two waving scimitars and crashed into one of the owners of the two scimitars.
The sword was held upside down. With this collision, a bloody hole appeared in the owner's chest. Shi Xuan suddenly crouched down and spat out a mouthful of blood.
Shi Xuan crouched down and avoided the scimitar that came slashing over. He pushed his sword up diagonally and stabbed the neck of the owner of one of the two scimitars. At the same time, he pounced on him and avoided the other scimitar that came from behind.
He circled the corpse that was slowly falling to the ground and used it as a shield to block the scimitar. Shi Xuan waved his sword again. With a slight shake of his wrist, the sword light flashed and two people from the Lan Tuo Tribe were hit on their wrists. With two clangs, the scimitars fell to the ground. Shi Xuan closed in and blood spurted out. The scimitars that came from the side missed by a hair's breadth.
In a flash, fifteen to sixteen people of the Lan Tuo Tribe were killed by Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu until only three or four were left. They did not even have the time to lose their courage.
The general at the side had just recovered from the shock of Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu's sudden attack. Just as he was about to order the soldiers to surround them, he saw this scene and could not help but take two steps back in fright. They were clearly in a tight encirclement with more than ten scimitars coming at them from all directions. However, the two of them were able to dodge and move in such a small area and always avoided the scimitars by a hair's breadth. In a short span of two to three breaths, they had killed more than half of the Lan Tuo Tribe.
After the soldiers drew their bows and nocked their arrows, they did not dare to rashly shoot due to the chaotic battle. Otherwise, if they injured the Lan Tuo Tribe, they would have to pay with their lives.
"They really kill people like they are mowing grass." The merchants and travelers nearby sighed in their hearts at the same time.
After another two strikes, there was only one Lan Tuo Tribe member left. Only then did he react and lose his courage. He ran towards the general and shouted in half-familiar words, "Help, help …"
Shi Xuan's footsteps were light and quick as he followed closely behind the general. The soldiers did not dare to shoot their arrows. When he was close, his sword flashed and as he cut through a few bows, he slammed into the general's chest.
"You dare to kill an official of the imperial court!" The general was shocked, terrified and furious. Shi Xuan grabbed his neck and used him as a shield.
Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu did not waste any words. Carrying him, they retreated back onto their horses and rode towards the city. They headed straight for the other city gate that led to the inside of the pass.
"Quick, send a message and get them to close the gates!"
"Their horses are too fast. By the time the message is sent, they would have long left the city."
"Idiots, light the beacon!"
"Lying about military intelligence. That's a capital offense."
In the panic, the horses galloped quickly. However, under Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu's superb control, they did not knock into a single pedestrian. They even had the time to bend down and pick up the dry food and buns that were being sold by the roadside.
The peddler looked at the silver ingot in his empty basket of buns and could not help but mutter to himself, "Are they running for their lives or leisurely playing?"
When the other side finished their discussion and lit the beacon, Shi Xuan and Mo Jingqiu saw the other city gate. The soldiers were pulling up the drawbridge and preparing to close the city gate.
An arrow shot over from afar. It had lost its momentum but when it landed, it hit the rope. With the arrowhead cutting through iron as though it was mud, the arrow broke the rope.
This scared the soldiers. "This is much better than shooting a willow tree from a hundred steps away."
Galloping sounds could be heard as four horses galloped past them. Only an armored man was thrown off the horse and crashed into the city gate. It was unknown if he was dead or alive.
…
Outside the city gate that was filled with the corpses of the Nandu Tribe, there was a tall restaurant. A pampered young man dressed in noble yellow stood in it. He had witnessed what had happened and smiled to a person who looked like an advisor beside him. "I always thought that the so-called martial arts experts were just like this. Now that I've seen it, I know that I have underestimated the martial arts experts in the world. Every time, he swung his sword, moved forward, retreated, and pointed. He avoided danger and killed his opponent. There was a strange beauty and rhythm to it. Yes, it was like a dance of swords."
"But he is still a rash person and cannot be shown in public. However, this kind of talent will be of help to Your Highness. "The advisor waved his fan and smiled.
The Fourth Prince nodded slightly. "They are better than the sword experts that Father Emperor favors. If they can join Third Brother's residence and perform the dance of swords in front of Father Emperor, they will be able to fight against thousands of soldiers and horses. There is no need to worry about not succeeding."
"I would like to congratulate Your Highness in advance." The advisor Li Bufan smiled and went along with the Fourth Prince.
The Fourth Prince shook his head. "But these wanderers are arrogant and unruly. It is difficult to subdue them. Moreover, their martial arts skills are indeed extraordinary."
"Haha, but no matter how powerful they are, can they be more powerful than thousands of soldiers and horses and strong crossbows? Even if there are only a few dozen people surrounding them with crossbows, they will not have any chance to escape. Fourth Prince, you don't have to worry about not being able to subdue them. " Li Bufan said confidently. "When we catch them, we will use one of them as a hostage. They are deeply in love with each other and will definitely listen to Your Highness' orders."
The Fourth Prince patted the railing and smiled. "Then send a messenger pigeon to the front."
After fifteen minutes, the Fourth Prince finished his meal and walked down the tall building with Li Bufan and many guards. He had just taken a few steps when he sensed something and looked back suddenly.
He saw a woman in a black dress walking in from the city gate. She was elegant and beautiful with a touch of sadness. Under the scorching sun, she looked especially pitiful.
The Fourth Prince had his heart set on the throne. He felt that once he ascended to the throne, he would not have to worry about not having beautiful women. Therefore, he was very self-restrained. Even when he saw Mo Jingqiu's beautiful face, he had forcibly restrained it for a moment. But for some reason, when he saw this woman in a black dress, he felt that her every movement was so beautiful that it touched his heart. He suddenly wanted to protect her and could no longer suppress it.
The Fourth Prince quickly walked up to her and waved his folding fan. "Miss, you look so sad. Is there something bothering you? Can I help you?"
The woman in the black dress was sobbing. "Young Master, I wonder if you have seen a man and a woman riding a fine horse passing by. One of them is wearing a green robe and the other is wearing a purple dress. They look like an immortal couple."
"Miss, what is your relationship with them?" The Fourth Prince was stunned for a moment and asked.
The woman in the black dress shed tears. "That man was my betrothed husband. He was adopted by my father and we grew up together. We were childhood sweethearts. But he changed his mind and left me before the wedding to elope with my sister. My father died of anger."
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