Wuxia: Become the 100-Victory Sword King at the Beginning

Chapter 189 "Suspense": After the Loom Killing Formation, the Cellar Snake Cave Crisis

Night fell quietly like thick ink, shrouding Hanshan Temple in a quiet and gloomy atmosphere.

The Pagoda of Rebirth in Hanshan Temple casts a long, twisted shadow under the cold moonlight, appearing particularly mysterious and eerie.

Shi Feiyang stood tall and straight, like a towering mountain. He and Yili, Qi Meizhen, Xie Wen, Gongsun Ren and others heard that this place might be closely related to the case. With the firm determination to break the deadlock, they hurried here in the night to find out.

His eyes were as sharp as an eagle, flashing in the night. His steady steps followed a confident rhythm, and he exuded a powerful aura that made people feel at ease, as if as long as he was there, even the most difficult problems could be easily solved.

As they gradually approached the Pagoda of Rebirth, a burst of eerie and terrifying sounds of ghosts howling and wolves howling suddenly broke through the silent night sky and reached everyone's ears.

The voice was shrill and sharp, as if it came from the Netherworld, making people shudder.

Everyone looked up and saw several figures in white suddenly appearing in front of the tower.

Their faces were hideous and terrifying, their eyes flashed with a strange red light, and they pounced on the crowd with their fangs and claws, as if they wanted to drag everyone into the endless dark abyss, trying to prevent them from performing the autopsy.

Shi Feiyang's thick eyebrows tightened instantly, a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes, his heart suddenly trembled, and he shouted without hesitation: "You are playing tricks, let me show you how to expose you!" The voice was as loud as a bell, echoing over the silent Hanshan Temple, with unquestionable majesty.

Before he finished speaking, his right hand shot out like lightning, grasping the hilt of the Sky Frost Blade at his waist accurately and quickly.

He shook his wrist vigorously, and the Sky Frost Blade was unsheathed with a "swish". The blade flashed, just like a lightning that cuts through the night sky. With an indestructible and sharp momentum, it chopped straight towards the burning white phosphorus will-o'-the-wisp in the hand of the "evil ghost".

His movements were smooth, powerful, and done in one go.

With a loud "bang", the ghost fire was instantly split apart, turning into countless sparks that flew everywhere, revealing the person behind who was pretending to be a ghost.

They looked horrified, obviously not expecting Shi Feiyang to be so decisive and brave.

At the same time, Shi Feiyang tapped the ground with his toes, and the whole person shot out like an arrow from a bow, displaying the peerless lightness skill of "Thousand Miles Without Stopping".

His figure was like a black phantom, flashing by in the night at an astonishing speed, and in an instant he was chasing after the fleeing murderer.

His movements were as light as a ghost, and every step he took was light and swift. In the blink of an eye, he disappeared into the depths of the night, leaving only a trail of afterimages, which was amazing.

Upon seeing this, "Flying Eagle Detective" Xie Wen immediately used his "Flying Catkins and Light Smoke Skill" and hurried over.

His figure was as light as a piece of catkins dancing in the wind, and he moved quickly in the night without making a sound.

The moonlight sprinkled on him, covering him with a layer of silver gauze, adding a bit of mystery.

Shi Feiyang rushed all the way to Fengqiao, but the murderer seemed to have evaporated from the face of the earth and disappeared without a trace.

He landed steadily, his brows furrowed, his eyes as sharp as torches, his gaze seemed to be able to penetrate the darkness, and he carefully searched every corner around him, not missing any clues.

His brain was working rapidly, analyzing the direction the murderer might escape and the place where he might hide, not missing any possibility.

Just when he was anxious, Xie Wen arrived.

After the two men reunited, they looked solemn and carefully examined the scene.

Finally, a Japanese ninja dart "kunai" was found embedded in the deceased's skull.

The ninja dart flashed with cold light, emitting an icy murderous intent.

Shi Feiyang's expression grew increasingly serious. He stared closely at the ninja dart and said in a deep voice, "It seems the Japanese forces are closely involved in this."

His voice was deep and powerful, with a keen insight into the case.

Xie Wen nodded vigorously and added: "This 'kunai' is a weapon commonly used by Japanese ninjas. The murderer is very likely a Japanese ninja or someone in collusion with them." At this time, Yili, Qi Meizhen, and Bai Zhi flew over.

Their figures were as lithe as meteors twinkling in the night sky, quickly arriving beside Shi Feiyang. Yi Li's beautiful eyes flickered as she gazed at the ninja darts and whispered, "Since it's related to the Japanese forces, perhaps we can start by investigating their base in the Central Plains and anyone who has had frequent contact with them recently."

Maggie Cheung nodded in agreement and continued, "That's right. We can also spread the word in the martial arts world to see if anyone knows any clues related to this ninja dart." Bai Zhi frowned slightly and said thoughtfully, "I think we can also start by investigating the identity of the deceased. Maybe we can find his connection with the Japanese forces."

Shi Feiyang listened to the ladies' suggestions, nodded slightly, and with approval in his eyes, he said firmly, "What you ladies said is absolutely right. Let's start with these aspects. By taking multiple approaches, we will definitely gain something."

His words gave everyone a shot in the arm, making them full of confidence in the subsequent investigation.

Then, Shi Feiyang turned to look at "Centipede" Gongsun Ren, his gaze firm and full of trust. He said seriously, "Brother Gongsun, please return to the Shi Mansion. This case involves multiple forces and the situation is complicated. We must have the heroes of the Xiongying Society fully guarantee the safety of Gong Simeng and the children. There must be no slackness. Everyone in the mansion must be on high alert."

He arranged the tasks in an orderly manner, showing the style of a leader.

Gongsun Ren clasped his fists and accepted the order: "Don't worry, Chief Shi, I will do my best to ensure the safety of my wife and children."

Then, he flew away.

In mid-autumn in Suzhou, the air is filled with a hint of coolness.

The breeze was blowing gently, carrying the faint fragrance of osmanthus, but it could not dispel the chill of the cold night.

The moonlight is like water, sprinkling on the slowly flowing Shantang River, and the ripples are sparkling, as if countless tiny silver pieces are jumping on the river surface.

The weeping willows on the bank sway gently in the wind, and their slender branches look like soft ribbons, yet they also reveal a hint of desolation.

Following the clues, Shi Feiyang, Yili, Qi Meizhen, Bai Zhi, Xie Wen and others tracked down Shantang River.

On the river, a pleasure boat swayed gently in the night, like a drifting fallen leaf, exuding a mysterious atmosphere, as if hiding countless unknown secrets.

The hull was outlined hazily by the moonlight, and the faint light shining through the window lattice added a bit of eeriness to the quiet night.

Shi Feiyang had a sharp eye and, with his rich experience in the martial arts world and keen intuition, concluded that the murderer was most likely on this pleasure boat.

He stood tall and straight, like a pine tree, and exuded a reassuring aura.

Leading the way, he led everyone quietly onto the pleasure boat, his steps light and steady, like a lurking cheetah.

Every step he took was cautious, yet full of confidence and courage. He was always alert to the movements around him and would not miss any abnormality.

As soon as he entered the cabin, he came face to face with a masked man.

The masked man had a nimble figure and taut muscles, like a cheetah ready to strike a fatal blow at any moment.

He is a skilled martial artist, and his every move is extremely fierce.

I saw him dancing his hands quickly, with fierce moves and whistling sounds, like two sharp blades, coming straight at everyone.

The masked man used the Japanese pirates' "Shadow Clone Technique". In an instant, multiple figures seemed to appear in the cabin. Their figures were erratic, like ghosts, dazzling people and making it difficult to distinguish the real from the fake.

Shi Feiyang remained calm in the face of danger, his eyes as cool as the water in a cold pond, deep and peaceful. He tightly gripped the Sky Frost Blade, took a deep breath, and unleashed the "Splitting Light and Shadow Blade" from the Hundred Victories Sword Technique.

The flashing sword light was as bright and dazzling as stars, weaving a tight sword net in the air, accurately breaking the masked man's moves.

Every flash of the knife carried a powerful momentum, as if it could cut through the air and block the masked man's attacks one by one.

His swordsmanship was fierce yet exquisite, and every strike was just right.

During the fierce confrontation, Shi Feiyang and others discovered a secret compartment in the cabin.

Shi Feiyang was quick to open the secret compartment and found half a blueprint of the Siamese elephant soldiers. The blueprint was yellowed and old, exuding an ancient atmosphere and carrying the vicissitudes of time.

This half of the drawing makes the case even more confusing. What kind of complicated connection is there between the Siamese elephant soldiers and the previous Siamese rice soldiers and Japanese ninjas?
Shi Feiyang frowned, his eyes revealing deep worry.

He knew very well that the conspiracy behind this might affect the safety of countless people.

A strong sense of mission surged in his heart, and he secretly made up his mind to uncover the truth and protect the people from the suffering of war no matter what the cost.

Shi Feiyang held the half-drawn diagram tightly, his gaze as firm as steel as steel. He said in a deep voice, "It seems that this conspiracy involves forces from multiple countries. We must solve the mystery as soon as possible and stop their plot. No matter how many difficulties and obstacles lie ahead, we will never retreat."

Everyone nodded, their eyes revealing firm determination.

At this moment, the three Shi wives, Yili, Michelle Yim, and Baizhi, stood behind Shi Feiyang. Their hearts beat in unison with his, their eyes filled with trust and support for their husbands. Yili, dressed in a lavender dress, was graceful, like a blooming violet.

Her face is as white as jade, and her eyes are like bright stars, smart and bright, revealing a sense of intelligence and charm.

At this moment, her eyes were closely following Shi Feiyang, full of concern and affection. Nothing in the world could shake her love for her husband.

Maggie Cheung, the daughter of a general, was dressed in tight clothes, looking very heroic.

She is tall and straight, with exquisite curves, like a sharp sword drawn from its sheath, exuding an imposing heroic spirit.

Her eyes were bright and sharp, like the twinkling cold stars in the night sky, revealing courage and determination.

At this moment, she tightly gripped the sword in her hand, her eyes revealing her determination to fight alongside Shi Feiyang.

Bai Zhi, wearing a white silk dress, is like a pure white pear blossom, fresh and refined.

She has a pretty face, skin whiter than snow, and eyes like clear spring water, pure and lively, revealing a gentleness and kindness.

At this moment, although there was a hint of worry in her eyes, there was more of her firm support for Shi Feiyang.

She knew that as long as she was with her husband, she had nothing to fear.

As the investigation continues to deepen, the truth of the case seems to gradually surface, but greater danger is also quietly approaching.

Can Shi Feiyang and others uncover the truth and stop the conspiracy of the forces behind this complicated situation?

A thrilling Jianghu event is slowly unfolding in the night of Gusu City...

Shi Feiyang looked at the yellowed half of the Siamese elephant soldier blueprint in his hand, took a deep breath, and broke the solemn atmosphere in the cabin. "Everyone, although this blueprint is incomplete, it is a key clue. Let's return to the Shi Mansion and gather our think tanks to discuss it together. We must find the connection between the Siamese elephant soldiers and this case."

Everyone nodded, determination in their eyes.

Back at the Shi Mansion, the lights were bright.

Shi Feiyang spread the blueprint on the table in the hall. "Eagle Detective" Xie Wen came closer, carefully examining the texture and drawing style of the blueprint. He said, "This blueprint is made of a special material and must have been used exclusively by the Siamese royal family. Perhaps we can start by trying to find any similar blueprints from Siamese merchants in Suzhou City."

Shi Feiyang nodded in agreement and turned to "Centipede" Gongsun Ren, instructing him, "Brother Gongsun, quickly take some of your men with you and secretly investigate the Siamese merchants in the city. Keep an eye out for any clues related to the blueprints and the Japanese ninjas."

Gongsun Ren took the order and left in a hurry.

Ellie's eyes flickered as she offered an idea: "My dear, since Japanese ninjas are involved, why not start by investigating those sects in the martial arts world that have ties with Japan? I've heard the 'Sea Sand Gang' often trades with Japanese ronin, and they might have some inside information."

Shi Feiyang nodded and looked at Qi Meizhen: "Meizhen, you are highly skilled in martial arts and act decisively. Take some elite soldiers with Yili to the Haisha Gang to test their will. Be sure to proceed with caution."

Maggie Cheung rubbed her hands excitedly: "Don't worry, husband, I will definitely fulfill my mission!"

Bai Zhi said softly, "My husband, I have a wide network of medical contacts, and perhaps I can find a breakthrough in pharmacology and poisons. Japanese ninjas are experts in the use of poisons, and perhaps we can find clues to the poison related to the case."

Shi Feiyang held Bai Zhi's hand and said gently, "Thank you for your hard work, Bai Zhi. If necessary, I will mobilize the resources of the Xiongying Club at any time." After that, he turned sideways and looked at Xie Wen.

Xie Wen understood and turned around and left, asking the heroes of Xiongying Society to be ready for battle at any time.

Shi Feiyang himself planned to visit the older generation of jianghu figures in Suzhou City. "I'm going to visit Mr. Zhao, 'Jiangnan Know-it-all.' He's well-informed and might know about the movements of the Siamese elephant soldiers in the Central Plains and the complex power dynamics behind them," Shi Feiyang said to the rapidly approaching "Iron Palm" Wu Zhong with a determined gaze, as if he was determined to peel back the layers of the mystery.

A few days later, news of the actions of various parties came one after another.

Gongsun Ren sent a secret report that the owner of a Siamese spice shop in the city has been behaving strangely, meeting with strange men in black frequently in recent days, and that there is a scroll similar to a blueprint hidden in the shop.

After some dealings with the Haisha Gang, Ellie and Michelle Yim learned that a Japanese ninja had recently been buying intelligence about the Central Plains' defense at a high price.

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She heard from an herbalist that a mysterious individual had been encountered deep in the mountains carrying a strange poison, the characteristics of which were similar to those commonly used by Japanese ninjas. Shi Feiyang also learned from Mr. Zhao that Siamese elephant soldiers had clashed with Ming troops on the border, and that a mysterious force seemed to be behind this, intent on disrupting the situation in the Central Plains. Everyone gathered at the Shi residence again to compile all the clues.

Shi Feiyang's eyes were sharp as he analyzed, "It seems the forces behind this are attempting to use the Siamese elephants to incite war in the Central Plains, while the Japanese ninjas are responsible for gathering intelligence and removing obstacles. We must expose their conspiracy before they act and prevent the outbreak of war."

Next, Shi Feiyang decided to unite the major sects in Jiangnan to fight against this evil force.

He sent out invitations to heroes and summoned the leaders of various factions to the Stone Mansion to discuss countermeasures.

In the hall of the vast stone mansion, the leaders of various factions sat together in a solemn atmosphere.

Shi Feiyang explained in detail the course of the case and the conspiracy behind it, and everyone expressed their willingness to join hands to fight the enemy.

They made a careful plan and continued to investigate the strongholds and action plans of the mysterious forces.

Shi Feiyang, Yili, Qi Meizhen, Bai Zhi and others personally led the elite members of the Xiongying Society, followed the clues, went deep into the tiger's den, and prepared to engage in a thrilling showdown with the mysterious forces, striving to completely smash this conspiracy.

In late autumn in Suzhou, the cold wind is like a sharp blade, blowing through the streets and alleys without restraint, carrying a chill that penetrates deep into the bone marrow, as if to drive away all the warmth in the world.

In the sky, lead-gray clouds hung heavily, as if they could be touched with the hand, casting a heavy, depressing and dull haze over this famous and gentle Jiangnan city.

The leaves of the sycamore trees on the roadside trembled in the strong wind, making a rustling sound, as if telling the cruelty of this cold autumn.

From time to time, a few withered and yellow leaves, unable to bear the ravages of the cold wind, broke free from the branches, spun slowly in the air, and then slowly fell, like exhausted and dying butterflies that were still struggling.

Following clues, Shi Feiyang, Yi Li, Qi Meizhen, Bai Zhi, and the others anxiously rushed to the Cao Gang's underground ice cellar. They knew that rescuing the imprisoned Siamese craftsmen was crucial to uncovering the truth of this complex conspiracy. As they arrived at the entrance to the Cao Gang's underground ice cellar, a strong, biting chill washed over them, blending with the howling wind outside, instantly sending shivers down their spines.

Outside the ice cellar, a thick layer of frost condensed on the wall. In the dim light, it flickered with a strange and cold light, as if silently warning intruders.

At the entrance, several lanterns swayed violently in the wind, the dim light flickered, and the shadows cast on the ground were distorted, sometimes long, sometimes short, as if countless demons and monsters hidden in the darkness, waiting for an opportunity to strike with their fangs and claws.

Everyone stepped into the ice cellar with caution.

The ice beneath my feet was as smooth as a polished bronze mirror. Each step I took emitted a crisp, melodious sound that seemed particularly abrupt in the silence. Inside the ice cellar, huge ice bricks were stacked layer upon layer, like a cold maze or a sturdy cage, emitting a chilling atmosphere.

The air was filled with a damp and rotten stench, mixed with the unique coldness of the ice cellar, making people almost suffocate and find themselves in a forgotten place of death.

Suddenly, a sharp and shrill roar suddenly broke the oppressive silence in the ice cellar.

A group of ice snakes rushed in from all directions as fast as lightning.

Their bodies are crystal clear, as if carved from the finest ice crystals, gleaming with a cold luster in the dim light.

His eyes flashed with a strange green light, like will-o'-the-wisp dancing in the darkness, which was chilling to the touch.

At the same time, a masked man hidden in the darkness appeared. He danced his hands quickly, his movements were like flowing water but with a strange rhythm. He muttered something and controlled the ice snake to launch a fierce attack on everyone.

When Shi Feiyang saw this scene, a burning fighting spirit ignited in his heart. He shouted loudly, and his voice was like a bell, echoing in the ice cellar for a long time.

He mobilized his internal energy and unleashed the "Tathagata Palm" that shook the world.

In an instant, his palms seemed to be wrapped in raging flames, instantly turning bright red, and the scorching temperature distorted the surrounding air.

He slapped the ice snake fiercely, and the swing of his arm created a gust of wind, like a tidal wave.

With a deafening "bang", the ice around the ice snake melted instantly under the impact of this powerful palm force, turning into a huge ice curtain, which stretched between the crowd and the ice snake, successfully blocking the ice snake's crazy attack.

Mrs. Shi, Yili, the most beautiful woman in the martial arts world, was wearing a light pink long dress. The hem of the dress fluttered lightly with her movements, and her figure was graceful, like a delicate flower blooming in an ice cellar.

She held a long sword, the blade flashing with cold light, and danced gracefully in the ice cellar.

She used the "Cloud and Mist Sword Technique". Every time she swung the sword, her movements were graceful and smooth. The blade drew beautiful arcs in the air and accurately pierced the ice snake's vital points.

Her eyes are bright and lively, like the brightest stars in the night sky, keenly catching the enemy's flaws in the darkness, never missing a single opportunity. Madam Shi, the daughter of a military family, Michelle Yim, is dressed in a tight-fitting outfit that perfectly outlines her agile figure, revealing her heroic demeanor.

She waved the Miao Dao in her hand and performed the "Tiger Roaring Miao Dao Technique".

The knife flashed, and every time it was drawn, it carried a powerful momentum, like a tiger emerging from the mountains, unstoppable.

Her movements were clean and sharp, with great force. Each of her strikes was precise and targeted at the approaching ice snakes, cutting them off one by one.

Fragments of the ice snake flew out, flashing cold light in the ice cellar.

Madam Shi and Bai Zhi, a Miao beauty skilled in sorcery, quickly withdrew the silver needles. Her gaze was focused and calm, like a bottomless, cold pond. With her keen observation, she discovered that the ice snake's movements were controlled by seventy-two control threads.

So, she used her hidden weapon skills and performed the "Miaojiang Silver Needle Technique".

She flicked her fingers lightly, and silver needles shot out like meteors chasing the moon, with fierce force, accurately shooting towards the control threads.

As the silver needle collided with the control wire, a series of crisp sounds were heard and the control wires broke one after another.

As the control thread broke, the ice snake, which had been attacking frantically, instantly lost control. Its body became stiff and it collapsed on the ice like a pile of broken ice sculptures.

Under the joint attack of everyone, the ice snake was gradually wiped out.

However, the masked man took advantage of the chaos and disappeared into the darkness like a ghost.

Shi Feiyang watched the masked man retreat, but chose not to chase him. Instead, he turned and looked at the three ladies with concern. He walked over to Yili, gently took her hand, and said tenderly, "Madam, are you okay? Those ice snakes were so fierce just now. I hope they didn't hurt you." Yili raised her head, her eyes full of tenderness, and smiled in response, "Husband, I'm fine. The momentum you displayed when you unleashed the 'Tathagata Palm' was truly astonishing."

Shi Feiyang walked over to Qi Meizhen again, looked at the beads of sweat on her forehead, and said distressedly, "Meizhen, you've worked hard too. Your 'Tiger Roaring Miao Sword Technique' is incredibly powerful. Those ice snakes are no match for you."

Maggie Cheung smiled brightly and said, "This little scene won't faze me. My husband, you, on the other hand, should pay attention to your own safety."

Shi Feiyang came to Bai Zhi again, looked at her slightly tired face, and asked softly, "Bai Zhi, are you okay? Your 'Miaojiang Silver Needle Technique' played a big role at the critical moment, thanks to you."

Bai Zhi smiled slightly and said, "Husband, I'm fine. I'm glad I can help."

Shi Feiyang and others were not panicked by the masked man's escape.

They knew that the task of rescuing the Siamese craftsmen was urgent.

So, Shi Feiyang took a deep breath and temporarily suppressed the resentment and anger in his heart caused by the masked man's escape.

He turned to look at his wife, Yili, Michelle Yim, Bai Zhi, and the other heroes beside him, including "Flying Eagle Detective" Xie Wen, "Centipede" Gongsun Ren, "Green-Faced Beast" Yang Feng, and said with a firm and steady gaze, "Brothers, ladies, we can't let the masked man's escape throw us off balance. Rescuing the Siamese craftsmen is paramount; they may hold crucial clues."

Upon hearing this, everyone perked up and their fighting spirit rekindled in their eyes.

Shi Feiyang walked over to the three ladies, gently holding their hands one by one, and whispered, "Next, we'll search the ice cellar. It's fraught with danger. Be careful and follow me closely."

The three ladies nodded firmly in response with trust in their eyes.

Everyone dispersed and searched carefully in this cold and gloomy ice cellar, not missing any corner.

Shi Feiyang always protected the three ladies in the middle and looked around vigilantly.

Suddenly, the sharp-eyed "Eagle Detective" Xie Wen discovered a faint light coming through a crack in the ice wall.

Everyone quickly gathered around. Shi Feiyang raised his hand to signal everyone to be careful, and he took the lead and carefully explored the gap.

As the crack gradually widened, a hidden ice cave was revealed.

Deep in the ice cave, huddled a group of imprisoned Siamese craftsmen.

Their faces were haggard, their cheeks were sunken, their skin was rough and cracked, and their eyes were full of fatigue and despair.

The clothes on his body were tattered, with countless patches and a thin layer of frost.

When they saw Shi Feiyang and the others appear, hope flashed in their eyes, their dry lips trembled slightly, but they were too weak to make a sound. Shi Feiyang was extremely anxious when he saw this, and immediately ordered everyone to start a rescue.

However, at this moment, a strange vibration suddenly came from the ice cellar.

Cracks began to appear on the ice wall that had seemed solid, and large chunks of ice fell from the top of the cave.

Shi Feiyang shouted, "Be careful!"

He quickly protected Yili, Michelle Yim, and Bai Zhi behind him, and at the same time drew the long sword from his waist and waved it to block the falling ice.

Not to be outdone, Maggie Cheung drew out her Miao Dao and fought alongside Shi Feiyang, each swing of her sword precisely splitting the approaching ice.

Ellie unleashed her "Cloud and Mist Sword Technique," her sword flashing and sending smaller ice fragments flying, protecting the surrounding craftsmen. Baizhi, while keeping an eye on the craftsmen, employed her sorcery to stabilize the eerie aura within the ice cellar and mitigate the potential for collapse.

Heroes such as "Flying Eagle Detective" Xie Wen, "Centipede" Gongsun Ren, and "Green-faced Beast" Yang Feng also took action. Some used weapons to support the ice wall that was about to collapse, while others quickly transferred the craftsmen to a relatively safe place.

But the ice was falling faster and faster, and the situation was becoming more critical.

Shi Feiyang looked at the chaotic scene in front of him and felt extremely anxious.

He turned to look at Ellie, his eyes full of concern and worry: "Ellie, how are you? Are you hurt?"

Ellie responded with a firm look: "I'm fine, husband, don't worry about me, save the craftsman first!"

Shi Feiyang looked at Qi Meizhen again and shouted, "Meizhen, be careful!"

While waving her Miao Dao, Maggie Cheung responded, "Don't worry, husband, I can handle it!"

Shi Feiyang looked at Bai Zhi again and saw that her face was a little pale. He said distressedly: "Bai Zhi, if you can't hold on, hide behind me."

Bai Zhi gritted her teeth and said, "My husband, I can still hold on. I must save these craftsmen."

Just when everyone was about to collapse, Shi Feiyang suddenly discovered that a huge block of ice was smashing towards a craftsman.

Without hesitation, he leaped up and unleashed the "Tathagata Palm" with blazing power. With a loud "bang", he instantly shattered the huge block of ice. However, his arm was scratched by the ice fragments.

When Yi Li saw Shi Feiyang injured, she exclaimed, "Husband!"

He wanted to rush over to check, but was stopped by Shi Feiyang: "Don't come over, Yili, save the craftsman first! My injury is nothing."

Maggie Cheung and Bai Zhi were also worried, but at this moment they could only bear it and continue to rescue.

Finally, with everyone's concerted efforts, all the Siamese craftsmen were successfully transferred to a relatively safe place outside the ice cellar.

Shi Feiyang finally breathed a sigh of relief, as he was already exhausted.

Yili, Maggie Cheung, and Bai Zhi hurriedly surrounded him, their eyes full of heartache.

Yi Li gently picked up Shi Feiyang's injured arm and checked the injury, her eyes red: "Husband, look at you, you are injured so badly."

In fact, Shi Feiyang was not hurt at all.

Because he has the Mingyu Gong to protect his body, and he has also improved his martial arts skills from Mount Siguniang - he can merge with the spiritual energy of heaven and earth at any time.

Maggie Cheung also complained: "Husband, why are you working so hard and not paying attention to your own safety?"

Bai Zhi quickly took out some herbs and treated Shi Feiyang's wound, saying softly, "Husband, bear with it, it will be healed soon."

Shi Feiyang looked at the three ladies and smiled with relief: "As long as you are all okay, my injury is nothing."

Although I was not injured, I still let them bandage me so that they could feel at ease.

At this moment, Shi Feiyang discovered that there was a puppet talisman with teeth marks sealed in the ice brick.

He took it out carefully, looked at it carefully, and frowned.

This discovery made everyone realize that the conspiracy behind this case was far more complicated than they had imagined.

Shi Feiyang held the puppet talisman tightly in his hand and said with a determined look, "It seems the forces behind this not only involve Siam and Japan, but are also related to puppetry. We must uncover the truth as soon as possible and stop their conspiracy."

Everyone nodded, their eyes revealing firm determination.

Although everyone was exhausted after this thrilling rescue, in this cold late autumn, they knew that the road to finding the truth was still long, and an even more thrilling battle with the evil forces began.

Suzhou in late autumn is like an ink painting splashed with cold colors.

Above the sky, lead-gray clouds are like thick curtains, stacked layer upon layer, pressing heavily down on the earth.

The cold autumn wind, like a ruthless executioner, wields a cold blade and sweeps through the streets and alleys wantonly.

The ginkgo trees on the street, once full of golden splendor, are now becoming shaky under the ravages of the autumn wind.

The golden leaves, like butterflies drifting in the wind, struggled to break free from the branches, spinning in the air, and then slowly fell, covering the ground with a layer of mottled "broken gold", but also adding a bit of desolation and loneliness.

The drizzle was like silk, as fine as cow hair, slowly falling and wetting the clothes of passersby.
The coldness penetrated into the bones through the skin, making people shiver uncontrollably.

After Shi Feiyang and his team successfully rescued the Siamese craftsman from the ice cellar, faced with the complicated clues of the case, they had no intention of backing down. They resolutely followed the clues and came to Guangyu Bookstore, determined to uncover the secret behind the creepy "Pingtan Soul-Seeking".

As you step into the bookstore, a long-forgotten and stale atmosphere hits you in the face, as if bringing you into a world forgotten by time.

The venue was dimly lit, with a few old lanterns emitting a dim glow. They swayed slightly in the autumn wind, and the light and shadows swayed on the walls, adding a mysterious atmosphere.

The scent of sandalwood rose up, lingering in the air, trying to cover up the lingering chill.

There were only a few listeners in the audience. They were immersed in the melodious singing of the Pingtan artist, and were completely unaware that a fatal crisis was quietly approaching.

Shi Feiyang, the battle-hardened leader of the Xiongying Society, relied on his keen intuition acquired from years of wandering the world. As soon as he stepped into the bookstore, he felt a strange atmosphere permeating the air.

His eyes were as sharp as torches as he scanned the surroundings vigilantly. His pace slowed down unconsciously, and each step he took was steady and cautious.

His wife, Ellie, who was standing beside him, was wearing a long lavender dress and had a graceful figure. She also noticed her husband's abnormality at this moment.
She moved slightly closer to Shi Feiyang, her eyes revealing a hint of worry and concern.

Maggie Cheung tightly gripped the handle of the Miao Dao at her waist, her eyes sharp, ready to deal with any emergency at any time.

Bai Zhi stood aside with a calm expression, secretly holding a few silver needles in her hand in case of emergency.

At this moment, the originally melodious and pleasant sound of the sanxian suddenly changed and became weird and gloomy.

The rhythm was disordered and the notes seemed to be manipulated by an invisible black hand. The sound was like the howling of ghosts and wolves, echoing in the bookstore, which was creepy.

(End of this chapter)