The Young Swordsman of Dalu

Ji Wuchang traveled a long distance, crossed the northern border city, arrived at the border of the Northern Dynasty, and entered the territory of the Northern Dynasty.

After living in seclusion for twenty years, the name of the Flying Hero of Xizhou was still well-known in the martial arts world. When Ji Wuchang appeared on the border, he displayed his unparalleled lightness skill, which made people immediately think that the Flying Hero of Xizhou had reappeared in the martial arts world. This news spread like wildfire and even reached the Northern Dynasty's imperial palace.

The emperor of the Northern Dynasty had just come of age and was eager to seize power. The Empress Dowager of the Northern Dynasty held the reins of power and was reluctant to hand it over to her grandson. The conflict between the grandmother and grandson had long been a hidden danger to the stability of the Northern Dynasty. The young emperor urgently needed to rely on an external force to realize his path to centralized power.

The Empress Dowager had long seen through the restless heart of the young emperor of the Northern Dynasty. She simply tried her best to guide the development of events so that they would not go too far astray.

The young emperor of the Northern Dynasty was at the age of youthful arrogance and fearlessness. He wanted to challenge his grandmother's authority and establish his own prestige in the court, and a battle between grandmother and grandson was about to break out.

In the Northern Dynasty palace, Empress Dowager Jin Yuanying was taking a nap in Yuxuan Palace when her personal eunuch, Chang Lai, came to her bedside and said, "Empress Dowager, a report has come from the border that Ji Wuchang has entered our Northern Dynasty."

Kim Won-young opened his eyes and said, "Really?"

“Absolutely true,” Chang Lai said.

"How many years has it been since he last appeared in the martial world?" Jin Yuanying asked.

"He has been retired from the martial world since the Battle of Nanshan, for about twenty years now," Chang Lai said.

“This old thing appeared in my Northern Dynasty’s territory as soon as it appeared. Something big must have happened!” Jin Yuanying said.

"The Empress Dowager is wise," Chang Lai said.

"The Flying Hero of the Western Continent has reappeared in the martial world, and the martial world is bound to be in turmoil. How has His Majesty reacted to this news?" Jin Yuanying asked.

"His Majesty recently summoned officials from the Six Ministries at Qingyuan Palace," Chang Lai said.

"What did you say?" Kim Won-young asked.

"News will come soon," Chang Lai said.

“Our emperor is actually thinking about war,” Kim Won-young said.

"Your Majesty, aren't you going to stop them?" Chang Lai said.

"Let him be. He can't cause much trouble. But we should have someone keep a close eye on Ji Wuchang's every move," Jin Yuanying said.

"This old servant understands, I will give the order immediately." Changlai left.

"Ji Wuchang, you old codger, you've been hiding for so long, and you've finally come out to show your face," Jin Yuanying muttered to himself.

The news of Ji Wuchang, the Flying Hero of the Western Continent, reappearing in the martial arts world quickly spread throughout the Northern Dynasty.

The spies from the Great Lu Kingdom in the Northern Dynasty quickly relayed the news back to Great Lu, and the country was abuzz with discussion.

"The Flying Hero of the West Continent has reappeared in the martial arts world. Has something big happened?"

"I heard that the Flying Swordsman of the Western Continent went to the Northern Dynasty. Is it true or not?"

"Someone saw him in the North, so it must be true."

"He wouldn't have gone to the Northern Dynasty to see his old flame, would he?"

"Nonsense, you're so old, why are you still thinking about that kind of thing?"

Amidst the chaos within the Great Lu Kingdom, Li Chaoyang sat quietly in the Wenxian Pavilion, constantly receiving messages from all directions. He had sent Ji Wuchang to the Northern Dynasty to stir up trouble. The Northern Dynasty and the Great Lu Kingdom were filled with speculation because of the appearance of the Flying Hero of the Western Continent in the martial arts world, and no one knew his true purpose.

With the appearance of the Flying Hero of the Western Continent in the martial arts world, the martial arts world has become active again. Many martial arts masters are eager to challenge Ji Wuchang to a duel, and the martial arts world, which has been quiet for more than ten years, is about to be stirred up again.

During his time recuperating in the capital, Shangguan Chenxing visited many of his old friends. He and his wife, Madam Wang, also made a special trip to the Liang and Wen residences to express their gratitude.

Although the old imperial physician Liang had heard Duan Lixing tell him about their experiences in the northern frontier before, it sounded even more dangerous coming from Shangguan Chenxing's mouth. He broke out in a cold sweat and thought to himself, "That girl Feiyan is too daring outside the home. If something happens to her, she might lose her life."

"Imperial Physician Liang, although Miss Feiyan is a girl, she is incredibly courageous and capable!" Shangguan Chenxing said.

"I heard from your uncle that your daughter is quite remarkable. She traveled a thousand miles alone to the northern border to save you from danger. She is truly a heroine," said the old imperial physician, Liang.

“They are all good children!” Shangguan Chenxing said.

At the Wen Tao residence, the Dowager Consort Wen listened to Shangguan Chenxing's description and said, "It's truly fortunate that Lord Shangguan's family is blessed with good fortune, and the children are truly remarkable."

"When will Brother Shangguan take up his post in the Northern Frontier?" Wen Tao asked.

"After I enter the palace to meet His Majesty tomorrow, I will set off immediately. News has come from the border that things are not peaceful lately. The Northern Dynasty is also making moves on the border, and there is also turmoil within the court. The sooner I take office, the more at ease His Majesty will feel," Shangguan Chenxing said.

“Brother Shangguan is truly loyal to His Majesty and to our Great Lu Kingdom. This journey will surely be fraught with danger. Brother Shangguan, please be careful and have a safe trip,” Wen Tao said.

"Very well, Your Highness, farewell. Let us each strive to do our best!" Shangguan Chenxing said.

The next day, after bidding farewell to the emperor at the palace, Shangguan Chenxing, along with his family, entourage, and guards, headed north.

Zhou Moyao was in the Prince's mansion, but he was never idle. His secret room was filled with people every night. They were all his trusted confidants whom he had carefully cultivated over the years, and they were plotting to start a rebellion.

"Shangguan Chenxing has already gone to the Northern Frontier. We must not let him enter the Northern Frontier City alive," Zhou Moyao said viciously.

"I have already dispatched experts to intercept him on the way. We will make sure he doesn't reach Beijiang City alive," the burly man with the dark face said.

"Very good!" Zhou Moyao said approvingly.

After leaving Yulu City, Shangguan Chenxing and his group arrived at Yufeng Valley. This section of the road seemed flat, and the high peaks on both sides were conducive to setting up an ambush. In fact, it was very dangerous. If someone wanted to intercept them, this was the only way to go.

Shangguan Chenxing ordered the horses to speed through the valley. As the group was moving quickly away, suddenly many archers dressed in black appeared from both sides of the valley.

"General, we're surrounded! What do we do?" the guard shouted.

"Don't panic, everyone rush out as fast as you can, try to get out," Shangguan Chenxing said.

No sooner had he finished speaking than arrows rained down on them. Shangguan Chenxing and his men used their swords to deflect the arrows, but some of them were injured in the process.

Before they could even treat the wounded, a second volley of arrows came flying. They blocked it again, but even more people were wounded, some of whom were hit in vital areas and died on the spot.

At the critical moment, shouts of "Kill!" rose from the left and right peaks. Duan Lixing had led his men to the rescue, and Shangguan Chenxing was overjoyed.

After a chaotic battle, all the assassins were killed, and the one who survived bit himself to death.

"Thank you so much, General Duan, for saving us once again. Otherwise, my entire Shangguan family would have perished here." Shangguan Chenxing was about to kneel down before Duan Lixing.

“General Shangguan, His Majesty sent me. He guessed you would be in danger,” Duan Lixing said.

"Your Majesty's great kindness is deeply appreciated by me, Shangguan Chenxing, and I will repay it with my life," Shangguan Chenxing said gratefully.

"General Shangguan, let's set off! His Majesty has ordered me to escort you all the way north," Duan Lixing said.

“Very well, thank you Your Majesty. I will trouble General Duan.” Shangguan Chenxing said.

"General Shangguan, please!" Duan Lixing said.

The group traveled north in a grand procession.