The memories of all humanity are awakening, except for mine.

As expected, the merman's spiritual energy surged, and he broke free from the restraints of the black gold chains.

In the blink of an eye, it transformed into human form, radiating a powerful aura of the Supreme Realm, and attacked Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei.

"No, leave quickly!"

Yu Youwei reacted quickly, drawing her sword to block the merman's attack, while shouting to Jiang Chuan beside her.

The two turned and rushed out of the attic.

"There are assassins!"

The guards of the Marquis's residence noticed the commotion and shouted loudly.

In an instant, the entire mansion was brightly lit, alarm bells rang, and it quickly entered a state of alert.

As soon as Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei rushed out of the pavilion, they were blocked by a group of guards from the Marquis's mansion and eighteen black-robed puppets.

These puppets moved stiffly, but the swordplay they wielded was extremely sharp, clearly indicating that they were controlled by a master.

"Jiang Chuan, watch out!"

Yu Youwei reminded her.

In the critical moment, Jiang Chuan quickly took out several spirit stones and used the technique of "scattering beans to create soldiers".

The spirit stones flashed with light and transformed into a group of spirit soldiers, charging towards the black-robed puppet.

At the same time, Jiang Chuan unleashed a powerful sword technique called "Water Dragon's Roar," with sword energy crisscrossing and water waves surging.

Yu Youwei was not to be outdone. With her unpredictable movements, she weaved between the guards and puppets, using the sword light in her hand to deflect wave after wave of attacks.

With their superb martial arts skills and tacit cooperation, the two barely managed to withstand the enemy's attack.

Just as they were gaining a slight advantage, a powerful aura rushed towards them.

Marquis Ding Xiangzhong appeared, his body surging with spiritual power. His cultivation had reached the second level of the Supreme Realm, and his powerful aura caused Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei to pause.

"Trying to leave? No one will escape my Marquis Weiyuan's mansion today!" Ding Xiangzhong said coldly.

Just as Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei were in dire straits, a figure flashed out from the side, revealing himself to be a swordsman in a straw raincoat.

The swordsman in the straw raincoat shouted and attacked Ding Xiangzhong.

Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei dared not delay and seized the opportunity to desperately escape between the pavilions of the Marquis's mansion.

But they hadn't gone far when a group of archers appeared ahead and started shooting arrows.

"careful!"

Yu Youwei let out a delicate shout and unleashed her sword energy, causing the glazed tiles of the pavilion to fall, thus blocking the rain of arrows.

However, the rain of arrows was too dense, and the two were still forced into a desperate situation.

At this moment, the black-robed puppet controlled by the puppeteer caught up again.

Looking at the desperate situation before her, Yu Youwei said, "Jiang Chuan, you go on your own. I'll hold them off."

Jiang Chuan firmly shook his head: "No, we'll go together!"

At the critical moment of life and death, Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei were of one mind and joined forces to unleash a powerful sword technique.

Jiang Chuan unleashed "Ice Dragon's Roar," while Yu Youwei unleashed the "Snow Demon" sword technique. The ice dragon roared, and the snow demon danced wildly, their powerful spiritual energy annihilating all the surrounding enemies and puppets.

Unfortunately, Yu Youwei had suppressed her cultivation for too long, and her internal energy was exhausted. She collapsed helplessly into Jiang Chuan's arms.

"Youwei!" Jiang Chuan called out anxiously.

At this moment, the captain, who was being controlled by the old celestial master, appeared and said coldly, "Put her down, and you can escape."

The old celestial master is probably the mastermind behind it all.

But Jiang Chuan would never abandon Yu Youwei. He immediately hugged her tightly, ready to fight with all his might.

He used the jade and the dragon soul, his body surging with spiritual power, preparing to fight the captain.

Taking advantage of Jiang Chuan's distraction during his escape, the puppeteer kicked Jiang Chuan in the chest.

Jiang Chuan grunted and was sent flying backward.

Even so, he held Yu Youwei tightly in his arms, preventing her from being bumped or hurt.

"Haha, kid, trying to run away?"

The captain's mocking voice rang out, "Carrying a burden like this, today is your death day!"

Yu Youwei, barely breathing in Jiang Chuan's arms, forced her eyes open and weakly said, "Jiang Chuan, put me down... go..."

Jiang Chuan shook his head and said, "No! Youwei, I said I would follow you through life and death, and advance and retreat together!"

After saying that, he struggled to get up, carefully shielding Yu Youwei behind him, and warily watching the captain and the puppeteer.

The captain said no more, his spiritual power surged, and a fire dragon ignited in his palm.

"Death!"

With a furious roar, the fire dragon pounced on Jiang Chuan.

At the critical moment of life and death, Jiang Chuan channeled his spiritual power and cast a Buddhist golden bell to protect himself.

In an instant, a golden light curtain enveloped the area, and the fire dragon crashed into the light curtain with continuous booming.

The puppeteer and the captain exchanged glances, and then joined forces.

The captain, his right fist wrapped in lava, slammed towards Jiang Chuan; the puppeteer's hands danced, threads coiling like snakes around Jiang Chuan.

Jiang Chuan dodged left and right, trying to withstand the Captain's Lava Fist while also avoiding the Puppet Master's Threads.

Wounds gradually appeared on his body, and his clothes were stained red with blood.

But his eyes remained resolute as he brandished his longsword, creating a flurry of sword shadows as he searched for a chance to survive.

Taking advantage of Jiang Chuan's full strength in blocking the captain, the puppeteer flashed and approached Yu Youwei.

Jiang Chuan was unable to stop them in time.

The puppeteer grabbed Yu Youwei and ran out of the Marquis's mansion.

Jiang Chuan roared, and in his extreme rage, the seal within his body loosened.

"what!"

With a roar, the aura surged, and ancient power erupted.

With a wave of his hand, the Demon Prison Sword appeared, its blade flashing with an eerie light.

Jiang Chuan, wielding the Demon Prison Sword, charged towards the captain like a demon god.

The captain was intimidated by the imposing manner, but he did not back down and bravely faced the challenge.

Jiang Chuan's sword flashed like a dragon, slashing towards the captain.

The captain hastily raised his arms to defend himself, but the sword energy severed both his arms, cutting him in two.

After dealing with the captain, Jiang Chuan was anxious to catch up with the puppeteer.

However, the puppeteer had vanished without a trace.

Jiang Chuan regretted his lack of strength, which allowed You Wei to fall into enemy hands.

The puppeteer carried Yu Youwei and ran away from the Marquis's mansion.

Just as I was feeling relieved, a beautiful figure appeared and blocked my way; it was Chen Qing, a woman in black robes.

"Keep her here."

Chen Qing's voice was cold and clear.

The puppeteer said unhappily, "Who are you? How dare you block my way!"

Chen Qing smiled faintly: "Who I am is not important. I've taken a liking to her and she'll be my puppet. That would be quite interesting."

The puppeteer was startled, sensing the powerful aura of the flute, yet unwilling to give up on Yu Youwei.

"Hmph, if you want it, take it by your own ability!"

Having said that, he threw Yu Youwei out, and at the same time wrapped silk threads around her, intending to control her to fight Chen Qing.

At the critical moment, a figure in green flashed out; it was Lin Xiao, a man in green robes.

Taking advantage of the puppeteer's momentary lapse in attention, he thrust his longsword into the puppeteer's back.

The puppeteer noticed but couldn't dodge in time, and the longsword pierced his back.

The puppeteer screamed and lunged forward, the strings going out of control.

Chen Qing flashed and caught Yu Youwei.

At this moment, Yu Youwei experienced a sharp pain in the back of her neck, her vision went black, and she lost consciousness again.

Chen Qing looked at the unconscious Yu Youwei and said, "This little girl is beautiful. If she were to join the Cloud Sea Immortal Sect, she might become the most beautiful woman in the sect."

Lin Xiao urged, "Chen Qing, hurry up, Jiang Chuan might catch up soon."

Chen Qing pouted: "What's the rush? I haven't had enough fun yet."

Thus, he still carried Yu Youwei and Lin Xiao away.

"Lin Xiao, what are your thoughts about Senior Sister Dong?" Chen Qing teased as they walked.

Lin Xiao's face darkened, but he didn't respond and quickened his pace.

"Oh, still embarrassed? I think you're just stubborn..." Chen Qing persisted.

"Enough! Don't mention her again!" Lin Xiao shouted angrily.

Chen Qing was startled, but quickly regained her nonchalant attitude: "Okay, okay, I won't say anymore, let's go."

The two figures gradually disappeared, leaving Yu Youwei unconscious in the alleyway.

The next day, Yu Youwei slowly woke up and found herself in an inn room, lying on a soft couch.

Her head was still spinning. She glanced around and saw Jiang Chuan lying by the bed, looking extremely tired and fast asleep.

"Jiang Chuan..." Yu Youwei called softly.

Jiang Chuan woke up with a start and saw Yu Youwei awake. His eyes were filled with joy. "Youwei, you're finally awake!"

Yu Youwei looked at Jiang Chuan's haggard appearance and was about to speak when she realized that she had changed her clothes.

Her cheeks flushed as she asked, "Why...why have my clothes been changed?"

Jiang Chuan scratched his head and explained somewhat flusteredly, "It was the inn's maid who changed it. I was afraid you would catch a cold, so... so I asked them to help."

Looking at Jiang Chuan, Yu Youwei felt that he was hiding something, but she didn't press him. She just nodded, her face still flushed.

Jiang Chuan quickly changed the subject: "Youwei, do you remember what happened the night before?"

Yu Youwei frowned slightly, trying hard to recall, and said, "The puppeteer and I were stopped by a woman in black robes. The puppeteer was knocked unconscious by an unidentified person, and I was also knocked unconscious by the woman in black robes. After that, I lost consciousness."

Could that woman in black robes be Feng Ling'er?
But then I thought again, and it didn't seem likely. Feng Ling'er was mysterious in her actions, but she didn't seem like the type to do such a thing.

Yu Youwei continued, "This scheme set up by the Marquis's mansion was clearly aimed at me."

"If I hadn't dragged you along, I'd probably be in their hands by now."

Jiang Chuan reached out and grasped Yu Youwei's hand, saying earnestly, "Youwei, your identity is not important to me. I have my own judgment."

No matter what, I will protect you.

Yu Youwei looked up at Jiang Chuan and asked softly, "Do you... regret being with me?"

Jiang Chuan didn't say anything, but leaned forward and kissed Yu Youwei on the lips.

Yu Youwei was so embarrassed that she forgot to react for a moment.

Only after Jiang Chuan let go did she blush and lower her head.

Jiang Chuan left the room, giving Yu Youwei time to rest.

Yu Youwei held Qinglin in her arms, gently stroking its scales, and whispered to it, "Qinglin, do you think Jiang Chuan would still treat me like this if he knew my true identity?"

Qinglin seemed to understand, nuzzling her hand and emitting a low hum.

Yu Youwei looked at Qinglin with some worry. Her identity would cause trouble for Jiang Chuan, but she was also reluctant to leave him.

Meanwhile, inside the Marquis of Weiyuan's residence, Zhou Ze (the puppeteer) was discussing the events of the previous night with the Old Celestial Master.

Zhou Ze looked puzzled and asked, "Master, why didn't you arrest Yu Youwei that night?"

The old celestial master squinted: "The people from the Cloud Sea Immortal Sect took action not for Yu Youwei, but to protect Jiang Chuan."

Zhou Ze was shocked, realizing that he might have offended a powerful figure from the Cloud Sea Immortal Sect, and felt a wave of fear wash over him.

The old master continued, "Chunyangzi and Yan Zhitui may be plotting against someone in Handan. This conflict may trigger a full-scale war in the northern border."

The old master then solemnly warned, "Yu Youwei's identity must never be revealed, or there will be a great disaster."

Zhou Ze nodded in agreement.

Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei spent a peaceful day at the inn.

In the evening, Uncle Long (the swordsman in the straw raincoat) rushed over.

Uncle Long was injured.

"Uncle Long, what's wrong with you?" Jiang Chuan asked anxiously.

Uncle Long indicated that he was fine, "Let's leave here first and go back to Ping'an Town."

Jiang Chuan and Yu Youwei helped Uncle Long onto the carriage, preparing for their return journey.

The carriage was driven by Feng Ling'er. When she saw Jiang Chuan, her expression was indifferent, as if she had a problem with him.

Jiang Chuan felt a little embarrassed but didn't know how to explain.

Along the way, Feng Ling'er was in a bad mood because of the rain, and she became increasingly impatient in her pursuit of the carriage.

Jiang Chuan sat in the carriage, glancing out the window every now and then, looking quite uneasy.

Seeing Jiang Chuan like this, Yu Youwei held his hand and gave him a reassuring look.

Uncle Long closed his eyes and tried to recover from his injuries.

Qinglin was very active in Yu Youwei's arms, chirping happily every now and then.

Jiang Chuan looked at Qing Lin and wondered if it was influenced by someone else.
They finally arrived at Ping'an Town, and the group went back to their rooms.

Feng Ling'er pulled Yu Youwei back to her room and slammed the door shut.

Yu Youwei was startled by this action. Before she could speak, Feng Ling'er angrily accused her: "What exactly is going on between you and Jiang Chuan?"

Yu Youwei looked bewildered and quickly explained, "Ling'er, what are you talking about? Jiang Chuan and I are nothing."

Feng Ling'er didn't believe her and gritted her teeth, saying, "You're still hiding this from me? Judging from your expressions, you must be having some intimate affair! I'm going to settle accounts with Jiang Chuan!"

As she was about to rush out, Yu Youwei quickly stopped her, "Ling'er, really, don't be impulsive."

Feng Ling'er was furious. She turned around and soaked in the bathtub, asking while soaking, "You still won't admit it? If you don't explain yourself clearly today, I'm not done with you!"

Yu Youwei could only deny it again, trying to quell Feng Ling'er's anger.

At night, all was quiet, and the bath was steaming.

Yu Youwei was soaking in the hot water and didn't notice that Feng Ling'er had come out of the bath.

Feng Ling'er quietly pushed open the bathtub door.

Glancing at Yu Youwei in the pool, he saw her slender wrists protruding from the water, and his steps quickened unconsciously.

She slowly squatted down, carefully grasped Yu Youwei's wrist, stared at the red dot on it, which was the virginity mark, and her tense nerves relaxed a little.

"Youwei, do you know that you can't completely trust what a man says?"

Feng Ling'er's tone was gentle, yet it carried a hint of firmness.

Yu Youwei asked in surprise, "Sister Ling'er, why are you suddenly saying that?"

Feng Ling'er said worriedly, "You are born with a pure Yin body. If you find a partner who is not pure Yang, he will surely be killed by you."

How many men in this world can withstand your constitution?

Yu Youwei lowered her head, her face slightly flushed: "But...I've fallen for him."

"Who is he?"

Feng Ling'er hurriedly asked, "Could it be that Jiang Chuan?"

Yu Youwei nodded, her voice barely audible, "It's him."

Feng Ling'er reached out and touched Yu Youwei's hair, saying softly, "Fine, since you've fallen for her, I'll definitely protect you."

However, you also need to be careful yourself.

Yu Youwei looked at Feng Ling'er with gratitude, tears welling in her eyes: "Thank you, Sister Ling'er."

After Yu Youwei fell asleep, Feng Ling'er summoned her bodyguards.

"What's the situation in the county town now?" Her voice was icy.

The guard knelt on one knee and respectfully replied, "Miss, the entire county is currently searching for assassins, causing quite a stir."

But something's not right about this search.

“Something’s not right?” Feng Ling’er raised an eyebrow. “Tell me about it.”

"This manhunt didn't even leave a picture of what the assassin looked like, yet it allowed the military and civilians to live in peace. It's really hard to understand."

The guard told the truth.

Feng Ling'er sneered: "Hmph, in my opinion, this is just an act."

Then keep an eye on the Marquis's residence; report any movement immediately.

The guards obeyed the order, and in a flash, they disappeared into the night.

The assassination attempt on the Marquis's residence was like a fleeting moment, quickly fading into obscurity.

Because the Azure Sword Sect issued a general order to exterminate demons, all the major sects in the Northern Territory responded immediately, and an operation to attack the Demon Sect's sect, Thousand Caves City, was being secretly prepared.

Xiao Jing, the sect leader of the Azure Sword Sect, convened a meeting at Wanchun Tower to discuss matters. (End of Chapter)