Cheng Jiaxuan blushed and said softly, "This … is probably what people often say, fate is predestined. From the first time I saw you, I fell in love with you. No matter how cold you are to me, I hope to do my best to make you happy." Jiang Liechen said, "You? You love me? " Cheng Jiaxuan said softly, "Even if you are a heinous devil in everyone's eyes, I will still stand by your side and support you to do … whatever you want to do. I think you are really good-looking … "
Jiang Liechen vaguely remembered that Luo Jin also said something similar in the Snow Song Palace. He didn't know how this group of palace maids could be so boring. Then he said, "Listen to me, after you get the Soul of Mourning and the Sorrow of Broken Love, you will return to the Snow Song Palace …" Cheng Jiaxuan didn't wait for him to finish and hurriedly interrupted, "No … don't! You promised that you would take me with you … "
Jiang Liechen said, "What are you talking about? Just now, who said that you would get the Tears of Broken Soul and the Guqin of Absolute Yin for me? These two treasures must be heavily guarded in the palace. Do you know where they are hidden? "
Cheng Jiaxuan said, "Although I am also the personal servant of the Noble Consort Yun, the Consort's trust in me is far less than the trust she had in Miss Jin. Perhaps it was because of her betrayal that the Consort's heart turned cold and she didn't dare to completely trust anyone. Even her own son, the Lord Baylor Ling, was just a tool she used to consolidate the Consort's favor. The real location of the treasures … I heard that it was arranged like a deceptive grave. There were many places where the treasures were stored and all of them were strictly guarded by Imperial Bodyguards. But I don't know which one is the real one. But in the future, I will keep an eye on her. Besides, Foster Father also wants to get the Seven Demons Treasure. In order to let me help him collect it, he will naturally pass on some real information. Lord Baylor Ling was also coaxed by me. He is still a child. After a few words from me, he is quite interested in playing this' treasure hunt 'game. Believe me … "
Jiang Liechen said coldly, "I don't have time to wait for you. Tell me. "" I … I don't know, "Cheng Jiaxuan said," I'll try my best to do it. Then … what about the Afterimage Sword? "Jiang Liechen asked impatiently," What about it? "
Cheng Jiaxuan sighed and said, "Although I masked my face to save you, even if I could deceive the Jianghu people, my real identity … how could Niangniang not know? I don't know how annoyed she is with me for ruining her plans. This time, returning to the palace is the risk of losing her head. You … you … "She reluctantly swallowed the words' don't be too demanding of me 'that were at the tip of her tongue. She changed her words and said," But even if it's extremely difficult, I'm still willing to take the risk for you. Even if I die like Miss Jin, I'm still willing. "
Jiang Liechen said in annoyance, "Don't mention Luo Jin anymore. Her death was part of my plan, and well done. Even if you want to die, you have to steal the treasure for me first before you die. "
Cheng Jiaxuan's heart was filled with sorrow. He said, "I think, or perhaps I should say … I saved you because I wanted to get more of the 'Seven Demons' treasures. Niangniang remembered that I did not forget my mission, perhaps she will let me off. But if I lose the Afterimage Sword …" Jiang Liechen said, "That will only make her more suspicious. She knows very well what kind of person I am. Since she has already seen the Afterimage Sword, how could she let you take it away?" Cheng Jiaxuan sighed softly and said, "So that's how it is. You're right. Just now I was thinking of doing my best to escape punishment, but I forgot about this. Then … then what should I do?"
Jiang Liechen impatiently said, "There's an old saying, when the boat reaches the bridge head, everything will be straightened out. Why do you care so much? Let's go. " Cheng Jiaxuan nodded. He supported himself on the ground with both hands, but his right arm could not move at all. It was difficult for him to lift his left arm with only one hand. In a small voice he said, "I … I can't get up … can you give me a hand?" As he said that, he raised his left arm and extended it in front of Jiang Liechen's face, looking at him pitifully.
Jiang Liechen's heart was filled with revulsion. He deliberately avoided touching her hand, grabbed the corner of her sleeve, and pulled her up. Cheng Jiaxuan was originally lying on the ground. Suddenly being lifted off the ground, he screamed in fright. After Jiang Liechen pulled him up once, he immediately let go. Cheng Jiaxuan staggered a step and almost fell on him. Jiang Liechen dodged to the side, but Cheng Jiaxuan's momentum was too fast. She was worried that she would fall, so one of her hands still managed to grab his shoulder. Jiang Liechen was furious. He slapped her face with the back of his hand and said, "I told you not to touch me. Did you forget? Shameless scoundrel! "
Cheng Jiaxuan said, "I … I didn't mean to …" By this time his right arm was still numb. He raised his hand and gently tapped it from top to bottom. He also held the tip of his elbow and gently turned it, but it was useless. Suddenly an unbearable pain shot up his shoulder. Only now did he feel real fear. With a sobbing voice he said, "My … my … it seems like it's broken. What … what should I do …"
Jiang Liechen disdainfully said, "It's just a broken arm. What's the big deal? Is it worth making a fuss over nothing? " Cheng Jiaxuan sobbed, "When we … when we pass by town, can you accompany me to find a doctor to set my bone?"
Jiang Liechen said, "Who would have the patience to take you to town? You can't use a sword. If the enemy kills you, I'll be happy to have peace and quiet. " Cheng Jiaxuan knew that if he continued to talk, he wouldn't get the slightest bit of sympathy. Slowly he stopped crying and silently followed him out of the temple. Along the way he still punched his arm from time to time, hoping that he could regain some feeling.
The whole way was very peaceful. They didn't meet any strong enemies. They didn't even see any bandits in the forest. Perhaps it was because of the Death Demanding Strike that those who had learned a few moves had already gone to Hetuala more than half a month ago to fight for the treasure.
But it was also very difficult to find out the latest news about the treasure hunt. Originally, there was no lack of busybodies everywhere. Even a small matter as small as a sesame seed or a mung bean could be talked about until it reached the heavens. Restaurants and restaurants had always been the fastest place for news to spread. But after the two of them went to several places, they could only listen to the gossips of the crowd, and no one could say for sure.
Thinking about it carefully, it made sense. The participants had not returned yet. These people were all talking about their own things. What was there to listen to? When they were paying the bill, someone knocked on the wine pot and talked loudly. They said that they had received accurate information that the original Young Master Yuan Yi would also go to the deserted village. They just didn't know what kind of disguise he would take. Several people started to argue loudly.
After traveling together for several days, their relationship didn't improve at all. Jiang Liechen treated Cheng Jiaxuan coldly, if it was light, he would use his fists and kicks. He didn't care whether she was tired or hungry. Cheng Jiaxuan was beaten until her nose was blue and her face was swollen. Her body was also bruised and purple. She was hungry and tired, dizzy and dizzy. But every time she cried in secret, she felt relieved. She didn't have the thought of leaving.
She thought that the Sacrifice Shadow Cult had just been destroyed. Jiang Liechen had also fallen from being a Hierarch of the Devil Cult to a commoner overnight. On the surface he acted as if nothing had happened, but in his heart he must not feel good. If she could help him vent his anger, it would be a good thing. But the more she swallowed her anger, the worse Jiang Liechen's temper became. He thought, 'I've never seen a woman as shameless as you.'
Cheng Jiaxuan swallowed her tears. She remembered the stories she had heard before. If a person with a superior life and an arrogant personality suddenly met with a tragic change, it would be difficult for him to adapt to sudden ups and downs. His heart would become especially fragile. If there was someone to comfort him, to let him feel gentle care and a sense of security, it would be easy for him to rely on her. After a long time, feelings would develop.
Now Jiang Liechen had met with such an end. Although the Devil Cult had already committed many evil deeds, and Shen Shiyun had instigated them, the main reason was still because of her outstanding performance. However, that set of theories did not seem to work on him at all.
After several days of trekking, wind and rain, they finally arrived at the foot of Shaoshi Mountain before the end of the month. This mountain was also called 'Jishi Mountain'. It was said that King Xia Yu's second wife, Tushan's younger sister, once lived here. People built a temple to worship her at the foot of the mountain, hence the name 'Shaoshi'. This mountain was extremely steep and lofty. There were thirty-six peaks in total. The peaks rose and fell in clusters. It was quite a spectacular sight, like banners circling the mountain, like swords and halberds spread out. Some of the peaks rose from the ground, some of them meandered, some of them were like fierce tigers squatting, some of them were like lions dancing. Shaolin Temple was built at the foot of Wu Hu Peak to the north of this mountain.
However, in the past, Shaolin was the center of the Wulin world. There would be a lot of disciples patrolling the mountain range with all kinds of weapons in their hands. Today, however, there was not a soul in sight. Only the chirping of birds could be heard among the trees. The atmosphere was unusually quiet, giving people a feeling that something sinister was about to happen.
Cheng Jiaxuan looked all around to test the hardness and humidity of the sand on the ground, to confirm whether the enemy had tampered with the soil first. The flowers and plants were growing well, without any sign of withering. Obviously they were not poisoned. He knew that there was something wrong, but he couldn't explain why. This feeling was the most disturbing when he kept it in his heart.
Jiang Liechen leaned against a tree trunk with a leisurely expression. He looked at Cheng Jiaxuan, who was worried and sick at heart, searching around for something. He said indifferently, "You've been busy here and there. Have you found anything unusual?" Cheng Jiaxuan said, "I don't have any evidence, but you have to trust my judgment. I don't know what kind of trap those monks have laid … Humph, monks are so evil. Even after death, I won't let them go to paradise!" Jiang Liechen said, "They're trying to deal with me, the devil. They're getting rid of a big scourge for the world. Buddha should bless them."
Cheng Jiaxuan could not bear to see other people depressed. He hurriedly said, "You … don't say that. They're occupying the Disheartening Soul. I don't believe that after seeing the Seven Evils Treasure, they won't want to keep it for themselves. Monks are all vanity. These people don't want to be greedy. How can they be called good people? In my opinion, the mountain and the wilderness are empty. I'm afraid they're setting up an empty city strategy. Inside they're inviting the gentleman to enter the jar, outside they're trying to catch the turtle in the jar … "
"Humph," Jiang Liechen snorted, "You're the only one who has read military books." Finished speaking, he got up and continued walking. Cheng Jiaxuan could hear his sarcasm. He laughed at himself and quickened his pace to catch up with him, while still reminding him to be cautious. Jiang Liechen said in his heart, "What kind of world have you, this lowly woman, seen? Do you think my Jianghu experience is less than yours? When did it become your turn to show off in front of me? "
In the middle of the dense forest, Shaolin Temple stood majestically. In front of the mountain gate, there was a pair of stone lion carvings, the male and the female facing each other. On the east and west sides of the eight-character wall, there were two stone workshops. On the east stone workshop's outer horizontal banner was inscribed 'Zu Yuan Di Ben', four characters; on the inner horizontal banner was' Ba Tuo Founded '. On the west stone workshop's inner horizontal banner was' Mahayana Scenic Spot ', and on the outer horizontal banner was' Song Shao Chan Lin '. The two of them wandered around, but they still did not see the disciples guarding the gate or the monk in charge of receiving the guests. The entire Temple was empty. The incense burner in the Hall of Great Strength still had two incense sticks in it, but they had not been extinguished for too long. It was as if the people here had left in a hurry.
Cheng Jiaxuan said, "Could it be that this group of monks already knew we were coming, so they were a bit tactful and vacated the place in advance?" Jiang Liechen was also thinking the same thing. Although he had always been conceited, he did not dare to be overly arrogant. "What do you mean by 'we'?" he said, "Why would they be afraid of a little girl like you? If you say they left in a hurry, I am curious where they got the information from … "Cheng Jiaxuan was startled. Without waiting for Jiang Liechen to ask, she hastily waved her hand and said," It really wasn't me who told them. It wasn't me, it wasn't me! "
Jiang Liechen swept her a glance. "Nobody said it was you," he said, "You don't have to have a guilty conscience. These past several days I have been watching you closely. If you dared to make the slightest move, how could I let you live until today? "
He was fully aware that although the disciples who betrayed their former master could be used temporarily, in the long run, they were the most unreliable ones. Today they could betray their master, but tomorrow when their new master offered a higher price, they could still go back and surrender. In any case, this group of people only wanted to keep their lives. They had already forgotten about their dignity and their integrity. But Luo Jin's and Cheng Jiaxuan's feelings toward him were different. He did not pay any attention to her and continued walking, knowing that she would definitely follow him. Sure enough, he heard the sound of footsteps behind him.
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