Duan Zhengchun transmigrates to Yin Zhiping

As Duan Zhengchun sheathed his broken sword, he said calmly, "I have seen too many displaced people in Dali, and I have also witnessed too many acts of brutality committed by the Mongol Tartars against those people!"

"These wolves and tigers must be eliminated!"

There are some things he doesn't need to explain too clearly, because he knows that Huang Yaoshi's reasons for killing these people are not as simple as he previously stated.

"Brother Yin, you have a strong sense of righteousness. I knew I hadn't misjudged you!"

Huang Yaoshi nodded, his face full of approval.

"You didn't just chase them for seven days and seven nights because of one 'old bastard,' did you?"

Duan Zhengchun looked at Huang Yaoshi and asked a question in a low voice.

Huang Yaoshi nodded and said in a deep voice, "The Mongol army is cruel and tyrannical, committing all kinds of atrocities such as burning, killing, and looting. I have long heard about the many tragedies that occurred after they destroyed the Dali Kingdom! I have long been disgusted by it!"

"Now that I've encountered them, I will never let them run rampant in the Central Plains. Who knows what kind of schemes they're plotting! And those Jianghu people, why do they choose to be dogs instead of decent human beings?!"

"However, since these people are heading towards Lin'an City, it means that war will break out again soon, and who knows how many more innocent civilians will lose their lives..."

In the end, Huang Yaoshi couldn't help but shake his head and sigh.

Duan Zhengchun looked at the corpses scattered on the ground and said coldly, "When that time comes, no matter where I am, I will not shirk my duty to drive out the Tartars!"

Upon hearing this, Huang Yaoshi's eyes lit up, and he exclaimed, "Well said! I also promise Brother Yin today that if the Mongol army ever invades the territory of my Great Song Dynasty, I, Huang Yaoshi, will do everything in my power to help! I will defend it to the death!"

As the words fell, the two smiled at each other, put their arms around each other, and returned to the post station, raising their cups in a hearty drink.

After what had just happened, Duan Zhengchun finally understood that Huang Yaoshi, despite his seemingly eccentric and aloof behavior, was actually a true hero who loved his country and its people, and a sense of admiration naturally arose within him.

"Brother Yin, it seems it's time for us to part ways. I need to tell my son-in-law Guo Jing about today's matter as soon as possible. He knows the garrison commander of the Song Dynasty's border city. I need to get the news to the border city as soon as possible so that the court can take precautions."

After several rounds of drinks, Huang Yaoshi raised his cup to Duan Zhengchun, his expression solemn.

"The journey of life is long, and we will meet again someday. Take care on your journey!"

Duan Zhengchun also raised his glass, his face full of sincerity.

After Huang Yaoshi tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp, he glanced at Cheng Ying, who was sitting silently beside him, and slowly said, "Since we are about to part ways, I wonder if the matter that Brother Yin and I discussed the other day has been decided?"

Duan Zhengchun frowned, hesitated, and looked at Cheng Ying. After a moment's hesitation, he said softly, "Ying'er, someone has taken a liking to your talent and perseverance and wants to take you as their disciple. I wonder if you are willing?"

Upon hearing this, Cheng Ying, who had been silently bowing her head, was instantly startled. She looked up at Duan Zhengchun in surprise, and then turned to look at Huang Yaoshi.

Huang Yaoshi looked at Cheng Ying, who seemed puzzled, with a gratified expression, and nodded with a smile.

"No way! Didn't we agree that my cousin and I would become disciples of the Ancient Tomb Sect? What will I do now that she's gone?!"

"Cousin, don't agree!"

Before Cheng Ying could reply, Lu Wushuang, who was sitting next to Duan Zhengchun, stood up anxiously and said loudly.

“This is important to you, so I want you to decide for yourself.”

Duan Zhengchun pulled Lu Wushuang back to her seat, looked at Cheng Ying seriously, and spoke patiently.

"I do..."

But just as Duan Zhengchun finished speaking, Cheng Ying also gave her answer.

"cousin?!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Wushuang couldn't help but stand up again, tears welling up in her eyes.

"To be a disciple of one of the Five Great Masters of the World is a once-in-a-millennium opportunity; who would refuse it?"

"Thank you so much, Master, for taking care of me these past few days. I will never forget your kindness. After I leave, I hope you will take good care of Shuang'er and make sure she doesn't suffer any injustice..."

"Shuang'er, you must be a good girl and listen to me, don't cause any more trouble, and take good care of your master..."

Cheng Ying forced a smile, her gaze sweeping over Duan Zhengchun and Lu Wushuang's faces as she spoke softly.

"Alright, since you've made your decision, I won't say anything more. No matter where you are in the future, don't forget that we still share half of our master-disciple bond."

"If you are bullied, try to send me a message, and I will definitely stand up for you!"

Duan Zhengchun nodded and forced a smile as he said something.

In truth, he was filled with reluctance, and he knew that if he forced Cheng Ying to stay, she would not leave. But he didn't know if that would be the best choice for Cheng Ying.

Given Huang Yaoshi's reputation in the martial arts world, if Cheng Ying could become his disciple, she would surely achieve great things one day.

The four then got up to say goodbye and left the post station.

"Old Master Huang, from now on, I entrust Ying'er to you. Treat her well. If I find out she has been wronged, I will personally go to Peach Blossom Island to demand an explanation!"

Duan Zhengchun clasped his hands in a fist salute to Huang Yaoshi and gave him a serious word of advice.

"Leave it to me, you can rest assured!"

Huang Yaoshi smiled and agreed, then took Cheng Ying onto the horses left behind by the enemy and left.

Cheng Ying took one last look at Duan Zhengchun, and without saying a word, she turned the reins and rushed out of the post station. But the moment she turned around, tears streamed down her face.

Duan Zhengchun stood at the entrance of the post station, watching Cheng Ying gradually disappear from his sight, and then let out a long sigh.

Standing beside him, Lu Wushuang was already in tears. She was still unable to let go of the separation from her sister who had grown up with her since childhood.

In particular, she knew in her heart that her cousin's departure might be partly due to her.

Duan Zhengchun didn't speak, but silently reached out and pulled Lu Wushuang into his arms, gently patting her head to comfort her.

After a long while, Duan Zhengchun took Lu Wushuang with him, and the two of them rode together on the white horse, continuing their journey back to Zhongnan Mountain.

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Three days later.

A white horse galloped swiftly under the night sky, raising dust on the mountain road, the sound of its hooves echoing endlessly.

"Master, where exactly is Zhongnan Mountain? Why haven't we arrived yet?"

While enduring the jolting in Duan Zhengchun's arms, Lu Wushuang turned her head with a pained expression and asked a question, almost kissing Duan Zhengchun on the lips.

"It'll be soon, we'll arrive in five days at most!"

"It's getting late, let's stay overnight in the town ahead first."

Duan Zhengchun spurred his horse forward at full gallop as he loudly answered.

He had already found out that there was a small town ten miles away from here.

Beyond that small town lies Bianliang City, and beyond Bianliang City lies Zhongnan Mountain.

Under the cover of night, the white horse transformed into a streak of white lightning, galloping at breakneck speed.

However, Duan Zhengchun gradually began to look somewhat unnatural. Because the mountain road was not easy to travel and the journey was bumpy, their bodies were constantly in contact.

Now he is like a child again, full of youthful vigor, and over time, his body has developed abnormalities.

While nestled in Duan Zhengchun's arms, Lu Wushuang suddenly noticed a strange protrusion behind her and instinctively reached her hand behind her.

But then she realized something was wrong and blushed instantly. However, just as she was about to pull her hand back, Duan Zhengchun grabbed it.

"What are you doing? This is the middle of nowhere!"

Lu Wushuang blushed and said coquettishly, her breathing becoming rapid and her palms burning hot.

"What's there to be afraid of? We're out in the middle of nowhere, so we're not afraid of being seen!"

Before he finished speaking, Duan Zhengchun had already opened his clothes, held the reins with one hand, and picked up Lu Wushuang with the other, carrying her on his back.

In the utter silence, only the sounds of horses' hooves and whimpering could be heard.

The bright moon in the sky was like a dazzling pearl, illuminating the entire sky and making the two people on horseback clearly visible. The moonlight, like water, poured down, outlining a silvery edge to the distant, continuous mountain range.

“So… big…”

The dense forest resembled a deep, dark sea of ​​ink, its surface tinged with mystery by the moonlight. In the distance, the mountains, shrouded in night, gradually transformed into dark, indigo shadows, merging with the darkness and leaving only their undulating outlines, dreamlike and ethereal.

"Ah...um..."

The steed galloped swiftly along the winding mountain road, its body agile and its steps light and powerful. With each leap, it raised a cloud of dust, which shimmered like golden smoke in the moonlight.

"Be gentle..."

He sat upright on his horse, moving rhythmically with its swaying, as if one with the horse. The moonlight outlined his resolute profile, his eyes gleaming with excitement and passion.

"Big brother Master..."

"No..."

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