Pink Sleeves fluttered like petals in the wind, as the beautiful Sword Artifact danced gracefully in all directions. Aside from the fierce clash between Bloodhand Yasha and White-Clad Scholar, the duel between the two beauties held a unique charm for Ye Kai.
“Clang, clang!”
The clear sound of metal striking metal echoed continuously, and in the blink of an eye, a cup of tea had passed.
While watching the two extraordinary Fair Ladies engage in their elegant swordplay was quite a delight, this contest truly made Ye Kai's heart race.
Suddenly, shouts rang out, accompanied by heavy footsteps approaching.
The nine-tailed fox Hu Meiniang Willow Brow furrowed her brow, pondering, “Why hasn’t Li Yuanjie shown any signs of poisoning yet? Both Thousand Miles Drunk and Butterfly Dance, two deadly poisons meant to seal his throat, have failed to take effect. This is troublesome!”
If it weren't for being in the imperial capital and unable to exert her full strength, she wouldn't be in such a predicament. But now, she had no choice; if she didn’t escape soon, she might truly be trapped here.
Wealth was important, but her life was paramount.
Observing the frantic movements of Vixen's eyes, Ye Kai easily deduced that this cunning fox was planning to slip away.
Sure enough, he watched as the woman bit her silver teeth and without flinching, used her white silk veil as a shield to block the incoming sword strike. In an instant, she gracefully leveraged her body and floated away.
“Giggle… The most handsome man in the capital, my lord, Sister Ru Yu, I’ll come to disturb you again next time; please keep a place ready for me!”
Her enchanting figure swept past the plum grove like a pink cloud, her smooth white feet lightly tapping on the plum branches. In just a few flashes, she vanished into the distance.
Yet it was her captivating glance as she departed that brought a smile to Ye Kai’s face. This woman was indeed a beauty and undoubtedly a novice!!!
Though she exuded charm, there was something slightly awkward about her demeanor. Upon reflection, with his extensive experience navigating through such encounters over the years, he concluded that this woman had likely not yet lost her innocence.
Suddenly, Ye Kai felt a soft pinch at his waist and snapped back to reality. Maintaining his composure, he reached out and pulled the beauty into his embrace. Raising an eyebrow, he whispered, “Is my lady feeling jealous?”
Despite the pain making him want to grimace, he remained calm. At the same time, he couldn’t help but admire this woman’s instinctive skills.
Jade lightly bit her lower lip, a look of embarrassment and annoyance on her face as she watched the Enchantress disappear without a trace. She couldn't help but stomp her foot in frustration, yet ultimately, she couldn't bring herself to chase after her.
With a flirtatious glance at the domineering man, she shyly spoke up, "My Lord... I am not jealous."
At this point, fearing she might provoke him, she raised her head slightly, looking into his eyes with urgency. "My Lord, do not be deceived by that Enchantress. If it weren't for being in the imperial capital, most of her seductive skills would be useless... That, that..."
"Qin Wang Li Shiying, I, Wang Lun, admit defeat today. But remember this: amidst the green mountains and clear waters, we shall meet again. You must live well; if I do not kill you, I vow never to be human!"
"Where do you think you're escaping to!!!"
"Catch the assassin! Don't let the thief get away!"
"Prince, are you alright? The stool is coming..."
Hearing the White-Clad Scholar's words, Ye Kai paid no attention at all. Instead, Jade Beauty's willow brows furrowed as her delicate body moved to chase after him. This made him quite displeased; he tightened his arm around her and helplessly said, "My beauty, you haven't agreed to marry me again. I will love you until the seas run dry and the rocks crumble!"
As for the Bloodhand Yasha and such matters, they had long been cast aside in his mind. The vast world was nothing compared to the beauty in his arms.
Perhaps having never heard such words before, Jade Beauty let out a soft sound and leaped into his embrace, a blush spreading from her cheeks down to her elegantly shaped neck.
"My Lord, my Lord, are you alright..."
Ye Kai shot a fierce glare at the stool that rushed over with concern, successfully swallowing back whatever words he was about to say and discreetly signaling for him to send all unrelated people away.
As for whether there was still danger?
He chuckled; with Li Shimin—his dark-faced and ruthless brother—around, even if there were danger, it wouldn't be now.
Moreover, perhaps because he had killed so fiercely before, he still couldn't bring himself to harm his only legitimate younger brother.
Ye Kai lightly teased Jade and walked straight towards the blushing maid, Xia'er. After all, in such a large royal residence, he truly couldn't find his own room.
As they strolled through the pavilions and corridors, they entered a quaint courtyard adorned with blooming plum blossoms that exuded a captivating fragrance. There were also grapevines and gourds, which caught Ye Kai's attention.
Suddenly, a dazzling beam of sword light erupted just as he stepped into the courtyard.
"Pervert, die!"
A girl with a delicate face soared through the air, wielding a long sword. Ye Kai was taken aback; although he often spaced out, for some reason, his right hand instinctively reached out.
Clang!
The clash of swords sent shockwaves through the air. Ye Kai's arm trembled slightly, and in a moment of panic, he retracted his hand behind him, furrowing his brow as he sternly demanded, "Who are you to dare attack me? Do you not fear the annihilation of your entire clan?!"
Gongsun Xiuyue felt a powerful force surge into her palm, causing her body to shudder. She nearly dropped her long sword, her eyes flashing with surprise.
She was already a ninth-level master in the late stage of cultivation and considered one of the best among the younger generation in the capital's martial arts scene—a top-tier expert. Yet, she had almost lost grip of her sword from that single strike.
Though she hadn't used her full strength, she had still exerted seventy percent of her power. The fact that her opponent not only received it steadily but also countered with such force that her arm felt sore and numb was truly astonishing!
What a strange occurrence!
A lecherous prince—despite rumors of his decent skills—couldn't possibly be this formidable, could he?
In an instant, she spun in mid-air and shook her long sword again, unleashing several streaks of brilliant sword light.
"Junior sister, stop!"
Jade was momentarily stunned; she hadn't expected her junior sister to dare strike at the prince upon their first meeting. This left her alarmed as she hurriedly called for her to cease.
"Hahaha, since she is the beautiful one's junior sister, let's forgive her. After all, she's just a young girl. It's better for her not to play with swords and knives in the future. She should learn knitting and embroidery instead; it would be much better for her to support her husband and raise children in the future!"
Ye Kai raised an eyebrow, chuckling as he reached out to pull the beauty into his embrace. With a flick of his right sleeve, he shattered the sword light with a clang. At the same time, his fingers danced like a pipa, producing several crisp sounds as the long sword was sent flying away.
Gongsun Xiuyue's face showed a mix of embarrassment and anger. Her willow-like brows furrowed in fury as she let out a sharp cry, pointing her fingers like swords, her body and sword moving as one, darting forward like a fierce wind.
With a sharp sound, she pierced the air.
Her Sword Finger shimmered with sword light, striking towards Ye Kai's throat in the blink of an eye. The sword technique was sharp and imposing, resembling a fine needle. Although its might was not overwhelming, its speed and ferocity were noteworthy.
"Girl, are you trying to murder this king?!"
Ye Kai's expression darkened immediately. Although he had just begun to grasp where this royal residence was located, the series of encounters had already ignited his temper.
Seeing her stubbornly extending her Sword Finger, he couldn't help but swing his right arm. With a flick of his palm, he drew a circle using Tai Chi techniques to redirect this troublesome lady.
"Smack!"
With another wave of his sleeve, he sent the woman who dared to offend him flying away with a loud smack. She let out an "ouch" as she soared through the air towards the hall several meters away.
Comment 0 Comment Count