Martial Arts: The Secret Villain Starting from Huashan

At this moment, in Gongsun Lu'e's delicate and sensitive heart, this sudden feeling of gratitude was like the gentlest warm sunshine in spring, which not only dispelled the coldness around her, but also turned into a warm spring breeze.

Gently blowing across every corner of her heart, the wind brought with it endless tenderness and comfort, as if it could see through all her fatigue and anxiety, giving her the most solid support and the warmest hug.

At this moment, Gongsun Lu'e's mood was like a pool of spring water rippling in the spring breeze, with ripples spreading out, filled with indescribable complex emotions: uneasiness about the unknown, expectations for the future, and deep trust and dependence on the man in front of her.

His appearance was like a ray of light in her life, not only illuminating her world, but also providing firm support and strength when she needed it most. By his side, Gongsun Lue'e felt unprecedented peace of mind and steadiness, as if nothing was impossible as long as he was there.

This kind of trust and dependence is the truest expression of Gongsun Lue'e's innermost feelings.

"Cough cough..."

At this moment, a slight cough sounded quietly in the quiet atmosphere, like a breeze blowing across the lake, rippling layers of delicate ripples. The sound came from Qiu Ganchi who was sitting over there.

She gently covered her mouth, with a hint of subtle fatigue and tenderness in her eyes, as if she was reminding the people around her of her presence, and seemed to have inadvertently broken the moment of tranquility.

"what!"

When Gongsun Lu'e heard this, her heart trembled violently, and her cheeks, which were originally immersed in her own thoughts, were instantly dyed with two red clouds, like peach blossoms blooming in spring, so gorgeous and charming.

She hurriedly lowered her head, and her long black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, covering her eyes that were sparkling with shyness. At this moment, Gongsun Lu'e was like a frightened deer.

She didn't dare look directly in the direction of Xu Xingchen beside her, for fear that her already wavering heart would completely lose its way in his warm and deep eyes. The air around her seemed to freeze, leaving only the faint sounds of each other's breathing and the occasional chirping of insects in the distance.

Gongsun Lu'e had mixed feelings, including surprise and panic about this sudden emotion, as well as anxiety and uneasiness about the uncertainty of the future. Once she sank into that warm embrace.

She might never be able to extricate herself, but at the same time, the indescribable attraction was like a magnet, making Gongsun Lue'e unable to resist and leaving her no time to think at all.

At this time, Qiu Ganchi's movements seemed unusually slow and solemn. He slowly turned his head to one side. His eyes, which had weathered the vicissitudes of life but were still sharp, finally fixed a little tenderly on Xu Xingchen who was standing quietly not far away.

Her eyes not only showed gratitude towards the young man, but also contained an indescribable respect and trust. It was as if at this moment, all words were transformed into this silent eye contact.

"Xu kid."

Qiu Ganchi spoke softly.

Although his voice is a little hoarse due to the wear and tear of time, it is full of sincere emotions. Every word seems to be carefully carved and then slowly squeezed out from the softest part of the heart, bringing with it a power that strikes the heart directly.

"I want to express my deepest gratitude to you at this moment. Thank you for allowing me, in my twilight years, to have the honor of seeing E'er again, the girl I miss so much! I, Qiu Ganchi, will never forget this kindness in my life."

At this point, Qiu Ganchi's eyes couldn't help but become slightly red. It was the torrent of emotions that had been pent up deep in his heart for many years, and finally found an outlet for release. Tears welled up in his eyes but never fell.

They carry the bitterness, loneliness and endless longing for loved ones of the past. Now, at this moment, they have transformed into infinite gratitude and warmth for the people in front of them. The air around them seems to become softer, and even the wind carries a bit of warmth.

Gongsun Lu'e stared at Xu Xingchen with her beautiful eyes. Those eyes were like two clear springs, flashing a soft yet firm light. Deep in her heart, she was filled with a heavy feeling of gratitude.

Just like the gradually melting glaciers in the spring, it gathered into a warm and majestic torrent, slowly flowing through Gongsun Lue'e's heart, nourishing every inch of her heart.

This gratitude stems from her deep trust and reliance on Xu Xingchen. She knows that if Xu Xingchen had not been there to guide and protect her, she might never be able to overcome the many difficulties.

When he saw his mother Qiu Ganchi, whenever he recalled those thrilling moments, Xu Xingchen always stepped forward without hesitation and protected her behind him, regardless of his own safety, just to protect her safety.

This selfless dedication and steadfast protection filled Gongsun Lue'e's heart with endless emotion and admiration. She was deeply shocked, and her admiration and gratitude for Xu Xingchen became stronger.

At this moment, Qiu Ganchi frowned slightly, as if two small mountains were quietly rising in front of her forehead. Her deep eyes flashed with complex light, confusion, and even a hint of imperceptible worry.

"but!!"

Qiu Ganchi spoke slowly.

Her voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to be squeezed out from the depths of her heart, carrying a force that could not be ignored, especially the contemplation revealed in her tone.

"There is one thing that I can never let go of."

"Back then, I was a well-known figure in the martial arts world. I was known as the 'Iron Palm Lotus'. My iron palm skills were so powerful that everyone knew about it."

At this point, Qiu Ganchi's eyes couldn't help but flash with a complex emotion, which was the pride and nostalgia for the glorious days of the past. His sharp eyes seemed to penetrate the mist of time.

She went back to the time when she, [Iron Palm Lotus] Qiu Ganchi, was the only one in the martial arts world. She was so high-spirited and arrogant at that time. However, this pride and nostalgia did not last long and was soon overwhelmed by deeper doubts.

"However, in front of you, I have to admit defeat. With your martial arts skills, although I have not personally witnessed you fighting with that old villain Gongsun Zhi, it is not difficult to tell from your daily words and actions."

"Your calm and unpredictable aura is clearly revealed. It is not difficult to deal with the old villain Gongsun Zhi. But the question is, how can you, who is so young, possess such profound martial arts?"

"What kind of secrets and stories are hidden behind all this? This makes me feel confused..."

Having said that, Qiu Ganchi's words suddenly paused. Her eyes were fixed on Xu Xingchen in front of her. Her eagle-like eyes became even more fierce and complicated at this moment.

"Why? Why do you insist on letting an old woman like me, whose body is half buried in the ground, deal with that sinister and cunning old thief?"

Her voice gradually became louder, with a hint of questioning and unwillingness. Every wrinkle on Qiu Ganchi's ferocious face seemed to tell the vicissitudes of life and the hardships of the past, but at this moment they further highlighted her inner seriousness and persistence.

This question had been piling up in her mind for a long time, like a huge rock pressing on her chest, making it hard for her to breathe. She longed for a reasonable explanation, an answer that could resolve the doubts in her heart.

Hearing the voice, Xu Xingchen raised the corners of his mouth slightly, outlining a faint yet confident smile. His eyes seemed to contain the sea of ​​stars, flashing a deep and mysterious light.

People can't help but be attracted. Xu Xingchen replied calmly, his voice gentle but firm and powerful.

"Senior, you are too kind. I know very well how great you were in the past. Even though you are facing misfortune now, your strong will and profound martial arts skills are not something you can easily lose. As long as you remember our previous agreement, I believe you will be able to overcome all difficulties."

When Qiu Ganchi heard this, a hint of surprise and emotion flashed across her originally stern face. She stared into Xu Xingchen's eyes full of trust, and a complex emotion surged in her heart. She continued to ask in confusion, with a bit of uncertainty and self-mockery in her tone.

"I am now a cripple. My limbs are broken, my martial arts skills are gone, and I look emaciated. Do you really believe that I can deal with Gongsun Zhi, that treacherous villain? This is simply like a fairy tale!"

However, Xu Xingchen was not shaken at all by Qiu Ganchi's doubts and shook his head slightly.