The Villain's Counterattack

"Is that all?" Duan Yu seemed a little unsatisfied.

Murong Fu glanced at him and said, "This trip has two purposes. First, to make you famous, to announce that the Dali Duan family has a successor, and to intimidate the Dali underworld forces. Second, to use you as bait to lure out the four evil men hiding in the shadows. Oh, now they are the three evil men."

Duan Yu couldn't help but feel a little discouraged when he heard this. "The forces in Dali are extremely complex and intertwined. Although they are not high-ranking, they are numerous. They don't obey the king..."

Listening to Duan Yu's complaints, Murong Fu laughed dumbly. Before he could say anything, he saw more than ten wisps of green smoke rising from the eastern mountainside. "It looks like the Shennong Gang is planning to attack the Wuliang Sword Sect."

"Alas, this world of martial arts, where you kill me and I kill you, when will it ever end? Isn't it better for everyone to live in harmony, for you and me to be happy, for everyone to be happy? Why must there be such fighting and killing?" Duan Yu approached Murong Fu and whispered, "Master Murong, I would like to dissuade the Shennong Gang and avert this massacre. What do you think?"

Murong Fu gave him a deep look and said nonchalantly, "That's a good idea, but you should always act within your capabilities and not try to be too aggressive. If all else fails, then use the name of the Dali Duan Clan. I don't think they'd want to offend a local tyrant like you."

Duan Yu laughed heartily upon hearing this, "Saving a life is better than building a seven-story pagoda. Resolving the feud between the two factions and saving the dying and the wounded is an immeasurable merit. Even if I had to sacrifice my reputation, it wouldn't be a big deal, let alone simply showing off my family background to bully others. Our original intention was to make a big show of luring out the Four Evils and rescuing Deputy Gang Leader Ma, so as to prevent the Xixia Yipintang from causing trouble in Dali. Trouble is actually a good thing."

"The boy is teachable." Murong Fu nodded slightly. The two of them moved very quickly and reached the mountainside in the blink of an eye. Several men in yellow clothes in front of them blocked them.

These people had medicine bags hanging on their shoulders and held a short knife with a very wide blade in their hands. A strong smell of herbs could be smelled from a distance. Several people stopped Duan Yu and Murong Fu and questioned them about their origins. Fortunately, the two men were dressed in gorgeous clothes and were obviously not from the Wuliang Sword Sect. They did not fight to the death as soon as they met.

"Duan Yu, the prince of Zhennan of the Duan family of Dali, and Murong Fu, the head of the Murong family of Gusu, wish to see your gang's leader Sikong on a matter." Duan Yu was polite and courteous, but he startled them when he opened his mouth.

As a gang of Dali Kingdom, who doesn't know about the Dali royal family? And as a martial artist, even if it's just the martial artists of Dali Kingdom, it's impossible not to know about the famous North Qiao Feng and South Murong in the Central Plains. It's just that these two people look really young, which makes them a little unable to grasp them for a while.

Duan Yu saw their expressions change and they were a little hesitant. He flashed in front of one of them and froze him with a finger. Before anyone could react, he turned back to Murong Fu and asked, "Can the One Yang Finger of the Dali Duan Clan clear this prince's name?"

Everyone was shocked when they heard this and hurriedly bowed their heads to apologize, but then they turned their eyes to Murong Fu. The latter couldn't help but frown when he saw this, "Have I become a martial arts juggler?" Although he said so, he waved his hand and a strong wind came out. Everyone rolled and flew three or five feet away. The man who was targeted by Duan Yu Yiyang was also freed by him.

A master, definitely a master!

The big men did not dare to delay, and the two men in yellow clothes crawled back to report the news. Murong Fu picked up two large stones weighing hundreds of pounds and used them as benches. He smoothed out the uneven parts with his palms, which made the Shennong Gang tremble all over.

My bones are not as hard as this stone. With a slap from this Mr. Murong, he can knock me and others away from seven or eight feet away. He can easily smooth out the edges of the stone. If it really falls on me, I will probably be smashed to pieces.

The Central Plains' top master is indeed worthy of his reputation!

"The boss wants to see the two young masters!" The two men in yellow quickly turned around and saw the postures of Murong Fu and Duan Yu. However, they heard the whispers of other fellow disciples. Their faces changed drastically. One of them led them forward, while the other hurried forward to report the news, so as to prevent the boss from misjudging the situation.

However, the fact that Sikong Xuan could become the leader of Shennong Gang was naturally not comparable to ordinary people. He knew more about martial arts masters than ordinary Shennong Gang disciples. He knew that neither the Duan family of Dali nor the Murong family of Gusu were people he could offend. The Prince of Zhennan was not well-known, but Nan Murong Murong Fu was a well-known master. How dare he offend him, so he brought people out to greet him early to show his respect.

After hearing the report from the disciple who came over, Sikong Xuan was not frightened, but was delighted. He stepped forward again and when he saw Murong Fu and Duan Yu, he laughed and took the initiative to step forward and salute.

Seeing Sikong Xuan's courtesy, Duan Yu responded with courtesy as well. However, Murong Fu shook his head slightly and said, "When you show courtesy to others, you must have something to ask for. I consider myself a decent martial artist and have a good reputation in the martial arts world. I came to the Shennong Gang for something, but not to such an extent. Gang Leader Sikong's behavior has frightened me."

Sikong Xuan didn't care about anything else and actually knelt down in front of Murong Fu with a plop. He said in a sad voice, "I have heard that Master Murong is an excellent doctor and has a close personal relationship with the legendary doctor Ma Wangshen of Dali. I beg Master Murong to help me and relieve my suffering of being unable to live or die."

Murong Fu took a look and suddenly recalled the incident in the original novel where Sikong Xuan was hit by the life and death talisman. He frowned slightly, and in an instant he appeared in front of him and grabbed his wrist. Sikong Xuan was pulled up by him without any ability to fight back. He was secretly shocked, but his face showed a bit of joy.

Murong Fu, already aware of the situation, knew a thing or two about how to cast the Life and Death Talisman. Although he hadn't studied it in detail, he knew how to dispel it. He had previously considered using the Tianshan Six Yang Palm to dissolve the Life and Death Talisman on his body, but ultimately failed. The Life and Death Talisman on his body wasn't caused by external ice entering his body or external yin and yang forces possessing him, but rather the so-called resentment that couldn't be dispelled by ordinary means.

Murong Fu did not think that he was a good person, but he was definitely not a bad person either. He definitely did not mind the evil villain experimenting with the life and death talisman, but he did not care about this kung fu. The real unique skill was the Tianshan Six Yang Palm, which was even more exquisite than the Dragon Subduing Palm.

Sikong Xuan felt a warm current running through his body, and he felt inexplicably comfortable. He almost groaned. He became more confident in Murong Fu, so he hurriedly told him the situation one by one. His words were full of respect, and he did not dare to show any disrespect to the person who had attacked him.

"The Palace Master of the Lingjiu Palace on Piaomiao Peak is a peerless martial artist. It's said he never uses a second move to kill. This life and death talisman on me is indestructible to anyone but the Child-Grandmother of Tianshan. I don't expect Master Murong to be able to dispel it, but I simply ask that you prescribe a medicine to alleviate my suffering. I'll be satisfied." Sikong Xuan said sadly, "If your wish is granted, I'll be at your disposal."

Murong Fu suddenly opened his mouth and pointed out a few acupoints. Sikong Xuan's face changed drastically and he nodded hurriedly. Murong Fu raised his palm and launched the Tianshan Six Yang Palm, easily removing the life and death talisman.

Sikong Xuan couldn't believe what he saw. He felt it carefully and found that the life and death talisman was really gone. He couldn't help but be overjoyed and knelt down again: "Master Murong, your kindness is like a rebirth. Please accept it..."

Before he could finish, Murong Fu interrupted him and said seriously, "This young master has a request for Gang Leader Sikong, so I'm offering my assistance. This life and death talisman is the extension of another unique skill, which I happen to know, so I can resolve it. However, the master of that skill is extraordinary. Even if outsiders from their sect knew about it, they would be killed. This young master has no intention of provoking them. Gang Leader Sikong, please keep it quiet for now to avoid unnecessary trouble."

Sikong Xuan nodded repeatedly upon hearing this. After thinking carefully about Murong Fu's age and comparing it with the reputation of Tianshan Tonglao, he knew what to do. However, without the huge threat of the Life and Death Talisman, his life would be better. He only needed to pretend to be friendly with the Lingjiu Palace on Piaomiao Peak, but there was no fatal threat anymore, so there was plenty of room for perfunctory treatment.

However, listening to what Master Murong said, he seemed to have some understanding of the Child-Grandma of Tianshan. He always said that he didn't want to cause trouble, but he was willing to dissolve the life and death talisman for himself. This was enough to prove that he was just afraid of trouble, but he was not necessarily really unable to fight against the Child-Grandma of Tianshan. It could be said that he was holding on to this thigh.

"I wonder how I can serve you, sir?" Sikong Xuan lowered his attitude very low. Murong Fu immediately understood his little thoughts, but did not expose them. His martial arts skills were improving very fast now. Even if he was not as good as the Child-Fairy of Tianshan, he was able to protect himself. In another year or two, he might not lose even if he faced her head-on, so he did not care.

"Manggu Zhuha." Murong Fu whispered these four words, and the faces of those around him changed drastically. Sikong Xuan's expression changed drastically, but he still gritted his teeth and said, "Please rest assured, sir. Even if I sacrifice my life, I will capture the King of All Poisons for you."

Murong Fu laughed heartily and said, "When did this young master ever ask for a life in exchange for a treasure? All you need to do is find the location of the Manggu Zhuha, and I will handle the rest. A mere Poison King is no match for this young master."

Sikong Xuan was relieved upon hearing this. "Please give me some time, sir. The Manggu Zhuha hasn't appeared in a long time. I will mobilize all my men and search the entire Dali to find this king of all poisons for you."

Murong Fu smiled slightly upon hearing this and said, "In that case, I'll stay here for a few days. I wonder if the Shennong Gang's medical heritage can be passed on to others?"

Sikong Xuan laughed heartily and said, "Who is Mr. Murong? It is a great honor for the Shennong Gang to be valued by you. However, the envoy from the Lingjiu Palace of Piaomiao Peak is about to arrive, and I am worried..."

"It's okay. As long as it's not the Palace Master of Lingjiu Palace who comes in person, no one else needs to worry. My name, Nan Murong, is not given for nothing." Murong Fu was also quite curious about the word Shennong. Duan Yu had no objection, but when it came to the Wuliang Sword Sect, Sikong Xuan said that he could not make the decision. The one who could make the decision was the envoy of Lingjiu Palace on Piaomiao Peak.

In terms of martial arts, the Shennong Clan was no match for the Wuliang Sword Clan, but using poison was a completely different matter. This would inevitably lead to countless casualties, something Duan Yu was somewhat hesitant about. Murong Fu then said, "I've taken a quick look at the Wuliang Sword Clan's swordsmanship, and it's hardly first-rate. I'll teach you a sword technique to break it."

Sikong Xuan was overjoyed upon hearing this and hurriedly thanked him repeatedly. Duan Yu rolled his eyes and thought to himself that this must be Master Murong of Gusu. Only he could be so generous and have the confidence to say such words.