Martial Arts Crossover: Something's Wrong with This Evil Sect

Upon hearing this, Qiu Moyan carefully examined her lover, as if it were the first time she had ever seen this side of Zhou Huai'an.

In her eyes, Zhou Huai'an had always been a chivalrous and heroic figure in the martial arts world.

How come he's become somewhat unfamiliar after serving as an official for two years, and his words are seven parts false and three parts true?

Zhou Huai'an was unaware of Qiu Moyan's abnormality and continued his performance.

"To be honest, I am Zhou Huai'an, the instructor of the 800,000 Imperial Guards!"

"Oh?"

"A few days ago, Minister of War Yang Yuxuan was framed by the Eastern Depot. I risked my life to protect Minister Yang's orphan!"

"Oh?"

"That's why these henchmen of the Eastern Depot are so fixated on me!"

"Ouch!"

"..." A flash of anger crossed Zhou Huai'an's eyes. He was so angry at Shan Tianxie's perfunctory attitude that he trembled with rage! No one could stand this kind of cold violence!

In the martial arts world, anyone who hears about his actions will respectfully call him "Hero Zhou," and those who are hot-blooded might even gain a few die-hard fans.

This is the first time I've encountered such a straight man; he responds to everything but never actually answers anything!

"Brother Zhou seems to be dressed a little lightly; look, he's shivering from the cold."

"I said with concern," Shan Tianxie said.

For a moment, Zhou Huai'an couldn't tell whether the person in front of him was teasing him or genuinely caring about him.

However, remembering his purpose, he continued, "I implore you, young hero, to consider the justice of the martial world and lend a helping hand! Zhou Huai'an thanks you in advance!"

After Zhou Huai'an finished speaking, he didn't give Shan Tianxie any time to react and directly clasped his hands in a salute to Shan Tianxie.

Then he stared intently at Shan Tianxie with a sincere gaze.

Dan Tianxie smiled coldly to himself. Just as he expected, it was the same old moral blackmail tactic, using the code of chivalry to trick others into risking their lives.

Although the Eastern Depot was not a good thing either, was Yang Yuxuan necessarily a good official?

He simply chose the wrong side. According to his judgment, Yang Yuxuan should have chosen to side with the current Imperial Uncle, the Iron-Blooded Marquis Zhu Wushi.

"Why are you telling me all this? I can't help you."

Dan Tianxie waved his hand casually and continued, "No matter how powerful the Eastern Depot is, my brothers will leave once the storm stops. Do you think it can come to the Song Dynasty to find me?"

In that instant, Shan Tianxie overturned the previous undercover plan.

Because he realized that Zhou Huai'an wasn't as easily fooled as portrayed in the original story.

It's better to stay out of it for now, and just help Qian Wucai when it matters most.

Upon hearing this, a flash of anger crossed Zhou Huai'an's eyes. He, the dignified instructor of the 800,000 Imperial Guards, had lowered himself so much, yet Shan Tianxie was not buying it.

However, this also confirmed that Shan Tianxie was not a member of the Eastern Depot, and that his previous act was not a ruse; otherwise, the other party would have readily agreed to the invitation now.

It can be said that what is lost on one front is gained on another.

Seeing that things were hopeless, they managed to find out Shan Tianxie's identity.

Zhou Huai'an didn't say anything more. After chatting for a while, the two of them left with Qiu Moyan.

After the two left, Shan Tianxie began to cultivate continuously, trying to comprehend the so-called "intention," while also pondering what to do next now that the undercover plan had been canceled.

And the other side.

Zhou Huai'an failed to persuade Shan Tianxie, and the group gathered again to think about how to deal with the people from the Eastern Depot.

"What do we do now?" Qiu Moyan asked.

Zhou Huai'an's expression was also somewhat grim. "Now that the Eastern Depot is eyeing us covetously from the outside, the most terrifying thing is that Cao Shaoqin is probably already on his way. Since we can't persuade those people, we can only try to find a way through the Dragon Gate Inn!"

"Dragon Inn?"

Tie Zhu and He Hu exchanged a glance and asked in unison.

"That's right. Since this is a shady establishment, there must be a secret passage. We can't delay. Let's search around before dawn!"

After giving his instructions, Zhou Huai'an went straight to Jin Xiangyu's room. He could tell that Jin Xiangyu was interested in him.

I didn't want to have much contact with this woman, but now that the situation is critical, I have no choice but to try to win over this boss lady.

.........

Jin Xiangyu stared at the handsome Zhou Huai'an with a look of utter infatuation, her eyes seeming like those of a hungry wolf ready to devour him alive.

"Sir, do you wish to use my secret passage to leave the pass?"

Jin Xiangyu asked with a smile.

"Please, ma'am, show me the way!"

Zhou Huai'an said solemnly, "This secret passage with gold inlay is now their only chance to escape."

He also knew that Lord Yang's orphan was actually bait deliberately released by the Eastern Depot to lure him, a big fish.

Or rather, it was the position of the military command in his hands, but for the sake of his reputation, he had no choice but to come even though he knew it was a den of dragons and tigers!

"As for secret passages, there's one at the Dragon Gate Inn, and I have one on me too... I wonder which one you'd like, sir?"

At this point, Jin Xiangyu paused, her smile widening as she stared intently at Zhou Huai'an.

Zhou Huai'an was speechless for a moment, never expecting Jin Xiangyu to come up with such lewd remarks.

Seeing that Zhou Huai'an remained silent, Jin Xiangyu did not continue the topic. Instead, she said in a serious tone, "It seems that you want the Dragon Gate Inn, sir?"

"Exactly!"

"But what will you offer in exchange, sir?"

Zhou Huai'an's heart stirred, and he walked up to Jin Xiangyu, "Boss lady, I'm willing to pay a thousand taels of silver to buy a secret passage out of the pass!"

"A thousand taels? Wouldn't it be better if I sold you to those people from the Eastern Depot?"

Jin Xiangyu said with a smile.

"The proprietress doesn't want money?"

Zhou Huai'an was somewhat surprised. Could it be that Jin Xiangyu had changed his nature?

"Heh, I want both money and my life!"

As Jin Xiangyu spoke, she gently leaned into Zhou Huai'an's arms, looking at him with seductive eyes.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Huai'an's expression shifted between anger and uncertainty. He thought of Mo Yan, who was still waiting inside, but for the sake of his ambitions, he steeled his resolve.

"Okay, I promise! But I want to have a wedding ceremony!"

Jin Xiangyu was startled by Zhou Huai'an's words and stood up abruptly from his embrace, looking at Zhou Huai'an with a surprised expression.

"What? Did I scare you?"

"Hmph! Worship your father my ass! What kind of worship did you get in one night?!"

Jin Xiangyu said with a disdainful look.

"A real man doesn't do things in secret; even a one-night stand should be followed by a wedding ceremony!"

Zhou Huai'an said with a righteous expression.

"It's a deal! I'll go and get ready right away."

Seeing his determination, Jin Xiangyu immediately broke her own principles and went to excitedly instruct the staff to prepare.

This was Jin Xiangyu's first time getting married, a young woman's first time. Usually, it was just a simple matter of lighting a candle; she had no interest in such elaborate rituals.

But this time it's a little different. She really likes Zhou Huai'an's style, so she doesn't mind trying something new.