The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 678 Yunmeng is like a dream, a state of mind at ease (Seeking monthly votes~)

The city of Canglong Prefecture covers a vast area. As the central hub of a prefecture, the size of Canglong Prefecture far exceeds what most people would imagine.

Core urban area, inner city, outer city
Each part represents a much larger area than that of an ordinary large city.

The outer city of Canglong is divided into four major districts: east, west, south, and north. Each district is further subdivided into numerous lanes and alleys, which are then further subdivided into streets and alleyways.

In terms of region, the outer city of Canglong Prefecture alone is far superior to that of an ordinary small city.

Canglong Outer City, South District, Qinghe Lane.

"Miss Lan has arrived!"

"Come and see, fresh black pork."

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Qinghe Lane in the early morning is just like any other ordinary day, bustling with activity and filled with a lively and cheerful atmosphere.

It was a vibrant, hopeful atmosphere.

As Zhilan walked down the alley, looking at the enthusiastic vendors around her and listening to their warm greetings, a happy smile spread across her face.

Yes, she is very happy.

Compared to two years ago, her life now feels like living in paradise.

Compared to the vast majority of people, she was unfortunate, born into slavery, and from birth she was reduced to dust.

But compared to many others, she is lucky.

In that fierce competition, she stood out, and then...
I met a very, very good owner.

They are such a wonderful owner.

Zhilan's face was beaming with a smile as she recalled that beautiful figure in her mind.

Here she felt the warmth of home, and experienced so many touching moments. Her wounded heart seemed to be healed.

Her mistress was a woman like a dream.

She had never seen such a beautiful person.

When I first saw her, even though she was a woman, I couldn't help but be attracted to her, amazed by her beauty, and stood there dumbfounded.

"Lan'er, this is the next master. Why don't you greet him?" The usually fierce-looking old woman forced a smile as she introduced them.

"Greetings, Master." She lowered her head, just as she had done countless times during training, and was about to kneel down.

A pair of hands supported her body: "There's no need for that. If you don't mind, you can just call me sister."

"Sister." She was stunned, and looked up blankly, seeing those crystal clear, dreamlike eyes.

This scene will forever be etched in her heart, and she will never forget it.

Her master
She is also her older sister.

She spent many happy days with her and You'er. Everything here was different from before.

It was her dreamlike expectation, something she had never even dared to dream of.

Her sister is breathtakingly beautiful.

It's not just her appearance and temperament, but every aspect of her life.

He was proficient in all four arts: music, chess, calligraphy, and painting.

Even her proud songs and dances pale in comparison to the moon in front of her master and her sister.

So outstanding that she was overshadowed, so stunning that she was mesmerized.

"How could there be such a person in this world?"

She gazed at the moonlight and murmured to herself.

In all her life experiences since she was eighteen, she had never imagined that anyone could be so outstanding.

She was so outstanding that even the most renowned courtesan on the pleasure boats paled in comparison to her sister.

Yes, that's what she's always believed.

She simply couldn't imagine what kind of man in this world could be worthy of her sister.

And that's exactly what happened.

My sister has always been alone, enjoying the tranquility of life in this noisy world.

Enjoying flowers, playing the zither, sipping tea, and reading books.
She always had a quiet and indifferent demeanor, as if nothing could arouse her much interest or attract her attention.

Tranquil and carefree, enjoying a life that is both ordinary and extraordinary.

She also wanted to be like her sister, even if she could only be one ten-thousandth of her sister's in her entire life.

Under the moonlight, she seemed to be filled with stories, yet also possessed a pleasing and picturesque quality.

I remember when we first moved here, although I tried my best to hide it and keep a low profile, my sister's appearance attracted a lot of lecherous men.

At that time, she was extremely worried. She was terrified that these people would destroy her hard-won peaceful life.

But my sister remained as calm and composed as ever, as if she didn't care about anything.

Within two days, the number of lecherous men loitering around dwindled, until eventually there were none left.

In the days that followed, the three of them enjoyed the tranquility of life.

This tranquility contains the warmth of everyday life, and also brings joy.

"elder sister."

Zhilan couldn't help but smile.

She worked quickly and soon bought today's groceries.

I'll make a soup with the old hen for my sister, and stir-fry some fresh vegetables for a refreshing taste, or make a cold salad.
She was planning what to cook for lunch, and walked briskly towards her home.

This hope for life only came to her after she met her sister.

Their home was on the edge of an alley, with a small, clear river running behind it, making it very convenient for washing clothes and vegetables. Compared to most people's homes, theirs was much larger.

There is a large courtyard in front, full of colorful flowers, all well-maintained. There is also a small courtyard in the back, with lush green bamboo and vibrant life.

After arriving at her home, Zhilan looked around to make sure no one was there before opening the door.

She developed this habit shortly after moving here.

Back then, lecherous men would come to her door every day, loitering around the area. Some of them, with thick skin, would even follow her when she entered.

If she hadn't shouted at them, these people might have actually succeeded.

She can do whatever she wants, but her sister absolutely cannot have the slightest problem.

Despite not having much courage, she always felt she could muster endless courage in front of her older sister.

With her by her sister's side, those lecherous men can forget about it!

She carried the groceries and walked through the door. The first thing she saw was a garden full of flowers; the place wasn't large, but it was brimming with life.

These flowers and plants were all taken care of by my older sister, and they are being taken very well.

Sometimes, she really admired her sister. How could she have such skillful hands? No matter what it was, it always turned out very well in her hands.

As soon as she entered, Zhilan closed the door.

Whether it's day or night, they never open the door unless they're going out.

There are some things that my older sister doesn't care about, but she has to care about.

Under the jurisdiction of the prefecture city, the laws are strict. Normally, no one would dare to risk being held accountable by the Zhenfu Division by forcibly breaking into a private residence.

But the older sister's appearance
It's absolutely stunning.

If, by some careless lecher, you happen to be seen by someone and do something drastic, you'll truly regret it.

After closing the door and making sure everything was alright, Zhilan picked up her vegetable basket and walked through the garden full of flowers.

"I wonder what my sister is doing right now?"

She returned home with a smile on her face, her steps light and quick. She had only taken a few steps when she saw You'er peering curiously through the window.

"You'er?" Zhilan was taken aback, wondering what this little girl was up to.

Like her, You'er was also her sister's maid, but her sister never cared about such things and always addressed her as her younger sister.

You'er is a few years younger than her, so she usually takes care of her more.

"You'er is getting more and more outrageous, she even dares to climb out of her sister's window." Zhilan walked up, ready to teach the little girl a lesson.

You'er was peering intently through the window, her expression focused, and she didn't even notice her approaching until she walked up behind her.

"You'er!" Zhilan was about to scold her and ask what the little girl was doing here.

But then they saw the little girl's strange expression. Her eyes were wide and round, as if she had seen something new and amazing, and her eyes were shining with disbelief.

Seeing this, Zhilan couldn't help but feel curious. She followed You'er's gaze and peered into the window.

Then, upon seeing it, she was completely stunned.

"A man!" For a long time afterward, Zhilan's mind remained blank. She and You'er pressed their faces against the window, staring blankly inside.

Inside the window, a man and a woman sat facing each other, like a pair of celestial beings, sipping tea and chatting.

The woman wore a light-colored long dress, with an elegant figure, a refined temperament, and a beautiful and delicate face. Every move she made exuded a charm that was hard to match among women in the world.

It is not an affected or pretentious manner, but rather an innate quality, carrying a sense of purity and innocence.

Zhilan recognized the woman; she was her older sister, whom she had always regarded as her role model in life.

But that man
Even now, Zhilan's face is still full of shock.

When did my sister become willing to let a man into the house? And they even chatted so naturally?

Zhilan couldn't understand it, and didn't want to think about it.

She knew that this was the first man to appear here since they moved in.

He just appeared in his sister's room so openly and brazenly.

this.
Zhilan was completely stunned.

If it weren't for her sister's gentle smile and the fact that she didn't seem to be forced, she probably would have already rushed in.

You'er, who was much younger, didn't see things as clearly as Zhilan. But even so, the curiosity and confusion in her eyes were undeniable.

The two of them stood there by the window for a very long time.

Then a voice was heard from inside the room saying, "Having disturbed you for so long, it's time for me to go back."

Zhilan jolted awake, her whole being becoming more alert, and her mind seemed to clear up considerably.

"Got to go!"

She opened her eyes and saw that the man in the room had already gotten up. Her sister was adjusting her long dress, preparing to see him off.

Seeing this, Zhilan slightly opened her eyes.

"Fairy Yunmeng, there's no need for such formalities. I, Chen, can go out alone. There's no need to trouble yourself." The man's voice was gentle and refined, like that of a gentleman.

Then, Zhilan saw a young man walk out of a door on one side.

Zhilan then realized that she and You'er were still leaning against the window!

She suddenly felt a little embarrassed, but the man seemed not to notice, smiled at them, and quickly walked out.

"elder sister."

The woman in the long dress also came out of the room, and Zhilan and You'er quickly greeted her.

However, the woman didn't look at them; she simply watched the man leave.

"Sister, she..." Zhilan looked at her sister, and suddenly felt a little conflicted.

The man stepped over the flowers, opened the courtyard gate, turned around, and waved to them.

"They're all lovely. Cherish your life now. Goodbye."

The man smiled and closed the door.

The woman, with her elegant demeanor, watched the man leave, lost in thought.

"Sister." Zhilan glanced at the woman and spoke cautiously.

She wanted to ask something, but for a moment she didn't know where to begin.

The woman looked for a while before turning her head and seeing Zhilan and You'er beside her.

"You've been peering out the window for so long without any manners; I'm sorry to have made the guests laugh at you."

The woman's voice was slightly reproachful, but she didn't seem to be blaming her.

Zhilan blushed, realizing what the man meant when he said they were all cute.

"Sister, who is he?"

“Him?” The woman’s voice was melodious as she looked up at the distant sky. “An old friend.”

"An old friend?" Zhilan was taken aback.

The woman didn't speak again. Zhilan looked at her expression and her mind was filled with speculation. She wondered what kind of old friend she was.

"Don't just stand there, come inside."

The woman stood there for a long time before finally speaking.

"Okay," Zhilan replied, preparing to follow her sister inside, but found You'er pulling her aside.

"Hmm?" Zhilan looked over curiously, only to see You'er secretly leaning close to her ear and whispering something.

"What?" Zhilan's eyes widened.

My sister...she...actually
Stepping outside the courtyard gate, the man felt a strange sense of lightness in his heart.

"A state of mind at ease."

He looked relaxed and strode along.

Some things, though insignificant, can become entanglements over time.

Whether it's a struggle for interests or a strategic maneuver, the principle remains the same.

In a secluded corner far from Qinghe Lane, there was a wide carriage frame decorated with black jade patterns.

Many people, upon seeing it from afar, instinctively kept their distance, fearing they might get into trouble.

Even if one is limited by their perspective and does not know what the jade ornaments with mystical patterns on the frame represent, the width and majesty of the frame speak volumes.

Beside the vehicle, there were elite guards, no more than a dozen men, yet their presence exuded an air of solemnity.

The man strode forward and walked all the way to the vehicle frame.

"My lord." Xiong Sanrang's eyes lit up, and he quickly came over.

"Go back now." The man nodded slightly and climbed onto the vehicle.

"Yes." Xiong Sanrang respectfully accepted the order and waved his hand, "Let's go."

Keng!
A series of resounding clangs echoed as the group moved forward in unison.

This man in the blue robe was none other than Chen Ping'an, who had come specifically for this purpose.

The person he met was none other than the renowned Fairy Yunmeng, whose fame had spread throughout the Azure Dragon Kingdom.

She won the title of Fairy of a Hundred Flowers for several consecutive years and was the number one courtesan in Canglong.

Her fame was so great that even the most talented martial arts masters longed to have her by their side.

No one would have imagined that after winning the title of Hundred Flower Fairy for several consecutive years, this renowned Fairy of Cloud Dreams would distance herself from the hustle and bustle of the city and live a secluded life in this outer city, tending to flowers and plants, playing the zither and flute.

Previously, the story of Mangdao spending the night on a pleasure boat and having a one-night stand with the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers had caused a great uproar and become a hot topic.

After Yunmeng Fairy finished combing her hair, she left the Misty Rain Painting Boat. Many people speculated that Mangdao Chen Ping'an was keeping a mistress in a golden house and enjoying worldly pleasures.

Otherwise, even if Fairy Yunmeng were extremely famous, it wouldn't be so easy for her to leave the Misty Rain Pavilion.

It's important to understand that redeeming a courtesan isn't something that can be done simply with money. This is especially true for courtesans who are famous and highly sought after.

Given Fairy Yunmeng's reputation, if it weren't for Chen Ping'an's (the ruthless swordsman) insistence, even a large sum of money wouldn't be enough to redeem her.

Furthermore, given the Fairy Yunmeng's renowned beauty, without the protection of a powerful figure, even if she were redeemed, she would likely find it difficult to enjoy any freedom. With such a stellar reputation, countless admirers and followers flock to her; without powerful backing, how could she possibly enjoy the tranquility of the mortal world?

Two years have passed since Fairy Yunmeng combed her hair, and Chen Ping'an has not had any contact with her since then.

However, Yunmeng is here, and there are probably quite a few forces secretly watching it, and even some powerful admirers who are not satisfied and are looking forward to new possibilities.

Chen Ping'an's visit, in a sense, also represents his attitude.

For many people, his attitude is the greatest deterrent.

Mang Dao's reputation wasn't built on hearsay; it was earned through his own countless strikes.

Even though his influence has weakened slightly due to the impeachment by the Qiankun Division, it cannot overshadow the fact that he possesses unparalleled talent.

The fact that he single-handedly killed a martial arts grandmaster in the Thunder Mountain Range is enough to terrify countless forces.

It must be said that sometimes, power is a good thing. Having strength is certainly good, but under the laws of the dynasty, some things are still quite constrained.

If one has the support of strength and enjoys the convenience of power, the influence they wield will reach an extremely terrifying level.

With the matter in Yunmeng resolved, it also put Chen Ping'an's mind at ease.

There's no need to comment on right and wrong, merits and demerits, but today, Chen Ping'an's thoughts are clear and his mind is at ease; this is what he desires.

A day later, Chen Ping'an had accumulated enough experience and was on the verge of mastering the Seven Killing Heavenly Gang Fist.

hum~
A flash of inspiration, and a screen of light appeared.

Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Late stage of Jade Balance - Breakthrough three stages (Nurturing the Divine Soul)
武学：青阳血炼法入门（0/5760）颠鸾倒凤·阴阳枢入门（0/8640）、广寒剑法（残篇）入门（0/2880）太虚御风步小成（0/5760）七杀天罡拳小成（3840/3840）、霸刀圆满、七绝神功圆满、万魔铸身诀圆满
"3840 points!"

Chen Pingan slowly opened his eyes.

(End of this chapter)