chsdbacks Chapter 72 Xu Qingya: This person is no less than me!
Chapter 72 Xu Qingya: This person is no less than me!
Chapter 72 Xu Qingya: This person is no less than me!
"Officer Zhu, are you feeling better? I've invited a renowned physician, an expert in treating injuries and illnesses!"
Xu Qingya led Cheng Lingsu through the door and saw Zhu Xiawu lying on the bed, his body wrapped in gauze, his face pale but with a rosy glow, clearly indicating excessive blood loss.
Zhu Xiawu said softly, "Thank you for your help, Master Xu! This little injury doesn't require a miracle doctor. I can just find any doctor to bandage it, and it will heal in a few days."
Xu Qingya smiled broadly: "Captain Zhu has rendered such a great service by killing the villain Cheng Kun. If he were only treated by an ordinary doctor, it would be a slap in the face to the imperial court!"
Zhu Xiawu: I want to tear your face apart!
Cheng Lingsu said softly, "Officer Zhu, my master is the Poison Hand Medicine King. I have only learned two or three tenths of his skills. If you feel any pain, please tell me immediately."
As she spoke, Cheng Lingsu stepped forward to take his pulse.
Xu Qingya pulled out the token of the Four Great Constables, adopting a businesslike demeanor: "Captain Zhu, you are seriously injured and need to rest more. Let me help you write the case files! Don't worry, I certainly won't take credit for your work; I just want to know a few details!"
Zhu Xiawu nodded.
His public persona is that of a man who is taciturn.
Keeping quiet is the best way to protect yourself.
Too many words will be lost.
No matter how logical a fabricated excuse may seem, if it contains lies, it will eventually be exposed.
Instead of fabricating stories, it's better to streamline the process and let Xu Qingya fill in the details himself. Even if someone notices a problem with the case file, it will be Xu Qingya's responsibility.
This kind of thing is considered a basic skill in government offices.
If they didn't know how to shift blame, they would have been burdened with a mountain of black accusations long ago!
"Officer Zhu, you say that Cheng Kun is colluding with the Ming Cult rebels. Do you have any evidence? I need evidence that can be used as physical evidence so that it can be recorded in the case file."
"There are only witnesses, no physical evidence."
"A witness is fine too. I'll go find the witness and get a statement from them later. Don't worry, I know the rules."
"Thank you very much, Master Xu."
The next question is—
While asking various questions, Xu Qingya was secretly laughing his head off. Zhu Xiawu was truly despicable, accusing Cheng Kun of "colluding with the Ming Cult"!
Cheng Kun hated the Ming Cult more than anything in his life, and everything he did was to destroy the Ming Cult. Unexpectedly, Zhu Xiawu gave him a final verdict, making him a Ming Cult spy.
The feud between Cheng Kun and the Ming Cult —
—It really was for love!
The wife of Yang Dingtian, the leader of the Ming Cult, was Cheng Kun's childhood sweetheart and junior sister. However, the Ming Cult was too wealthy and powerful, and the two eventually separated. Unfortunately, Yang Dingtian was not as capable as Cheng Kun. After they got married, Yang's wife felt that he was always in seclusion practicing martial arts and had little affection for his wife.
Yang Dingtian knew he owed his wife a debt, so he told her everything he knew, revealing all sorts of Ming Cult secrets, including the secret passage that only the leader of the cult could enter.
Madam Yang used the secret passage as a place for secret rendezvous, and often met with Cheng Kun there. However, secrets can be kept forever, and Yang Dingtian discovered the affair.
Yang Dingtian was at a crucial moment in his training when he was so enraged that he went into a qi deviation and frightened Cheng Kun away before he died.
Madam Yang committed suicide with her sword, dying alongside Yang Dingtian in the secret passage stone chamber. Cheng Kun tried every means possible, but the stone chamber door had no opening mechanism; it could only be opened by pulling with extremely powerful force.
The longer it is delayed, the more easily the shaft will rust, and the more difficult it will be to open. Cheng Kun wanted the Dou Zhuan Xing Yi, a family heirloom of the Murong clan of Gusu, because he felt that Dou Zhuan Xing Yi was somewhat similar to the Qiankun Da Nuo Yi of the Ming Cult.
After Lady Yang's death, Cheng Kun went completely mad and vowed to destroy the Ming Cult. However, he was outnumbered and outmatched. How could he possibly defeat the two envoys, four Dharma Kings, and five wandering monks of the Ming Cult?
Cheng Kun came up with a wicked plan.
First, kill Xie Xun's entire family, the Golden Lion King, to drive Xie Xun into madness and cause him to kill indiscriminately in the martial world. While Xie Xun is killing, take the opportunity to kill some important figures, so that the people of the martial world will hold this hatred against the Ming Cult.
Then, Cheng Kun joined Shaolin Temple, intending to lure Xie Xun into killing several high-ranking Shaolin monks, and then sow discord between Xie Xun and Wudang, as well as Emei and Kongtong.
The Emei Sect and the Ming Cult have a long-standing feud.
In order to hunt down Cheng Kun, Xie Xun stole the "Seven Wounds Fist Manual," a ancestral manual of the Kongtong Sect. According to the rules of the martial arts world, stealing a secret technique is considered an irreconcilable feud.
Cheng Kun's plan to assassinate Zhuge Zhengwo was intended to get the court to deal with the Ming Cult. However, he never expected that his grand plan would be cut short by Zhu Xiawu's murder, which not only silenced him but also implicated him in the Ming Cult.
This is the most wicked sense of humor in the world.
For Cheng Kun, he would rather suffer a thousand cuts, be subjected to tortures, be boiled in oil, and never be reincarnated than die bearing the identity of a Ming Cult spy.
Xu Qingya is a very considerate and kind person.
Cheng Kun was bald, and the cold weather made his scalp dry and painful, so he needed a warm hat.
Zhu Xiawu provided evidence, and Xu Qingya supplemented it based on Zhu Xiawu's account, writing the case file.
Thus, according to the records of the Six Doors, Cheng Kun was the brother-in-law of Yang Dingtian, the leader of the Ming Cult. He was ordered to infiltrate Shaolin Temple as an undercover agent to plot and incite conflict. He was a man who committed numerous evils and was extremely wicked. He was killed for resisting arrest.
Xu Qingya inquired about the case in detail.
Zhu Xiawu's sentences are concise, ensuring that every word he speaks is the truth, without the slightest falsehood.
Cheng Lingsu bandaged Zhu Xiawu's wounds with gentle, soft movements. Despite Zhu Xiawu's keen senses, he didn't feel any pain and marveled at her superb skills. He thought that if she were recruited into the Blackwater Gang, she would definitely be a great help.
After finishing the case file, the two said goodbye and left.
Zhu Xiawu felt the tingling and itching on his shoulder, knowing that the wound medicine was taking effect. He once again marveled at Cheng Lingsu's superb medical skills and then fell into a deep sleep.
"Brother Xu, I've discovered something."
"What is it?"
"Officer Zhu's internal injuries were faked! This wasn't caused by the Yin Finger technique. His external injuries looked serious, but in reality, they only damaged the skin and flesh."
"How is his internal energy cultivation?"
"Surging and surging, unfathomable!"
How do you compare to me?
"Brother Xu, you—you're twenty or thirty years younger than Officer Zhu; you'll surpass him sooner or later!"
"Ling Su, have you ever heard of the Blackwater Channel?"
"Never heard of it!"
"The Black Waterway was a group of river bandits near the Three Gorges. Taking advantage of the terrain, they built twelve interconnected fortresses, also known as the Twelve Interlocking Fortresses of the Yangtze River Three Gorges. Their leader was known as Zhu the Great Heavenly King, and he had always coveted Jingzhou and Xiangyang."
"Brother Xu, are you joking? The Three Gorges are thousands of miles away from Jingzhou and Xiangyang. They say you can't have your cake and eat it too, and you can't have your cake and eat it too. How can he possibly manage to take over the farmland while eating what's in his bowl?"
"As the poet Li Bai once said, 'I left Baidi City amidst the colorful clouds of dawn, and returned to Jiangling a thousand miles away in a single day.' The journey from the Three Gorges to Jiangling by water is not particularly long. Although the Three Gorges is indeed treacherous, the profits from such travel are not substantial enough to support so many people!"
"Why is Brother Xu saying all this?"
"Under Zhu the Great King are three villains, four wielders, five swordsmen, six palm masters, two divine lords, and seven protectors, as well as thousands of water bandits, more than a dozen warships, and his flagship, the Blackwater Giant Ship, is said to be the largest warship in the world. This man is highly skilled in martial arts, ambitious, and wants to become the leader of the martial arts world. How should I evaluate him?"
How would I know your opinion?
Cheng Lingsu rolled her eyes, completely baffled by Xu Qingya's wildly imaginative thinking.
Xu Qingya cleared his throat and said seriously to Cheng Lingsu, "This person is no less capable than me!"
Cheng Lingsu was completely bewildered.
What is Xu Qingya doing?
Is this an attempt to exaggerate Zhu Datianwang's immense power, or is it just self-aggrandizement? Can you speak like a normal person?
Xu Qingya: This is called the "Great Curse Technique"!
Xu Qingya is skilled in swordsmanship, leg techniques, and is also known as the God of Wind and an unparalleled handsome man. He bears a striking resemblance to a certain famous character. I want to test if I have that "special passive ability"!
No one takes this kind of nonsensical witty banter seriously; they just laugh it off.
At the same time, Zhu Xiawu, who was sleeping, suddenly felt cold all over, and his hair stood on end. He subconsciously hugged the quilt tightly, which warmed him up a bit.
In a world rife with deceit, bloodshed, and chaos, only a cotton quilt can offer a touch of warmth and allow one to sleep soundly.
Cheng Kun died, the Ancient Sword Soul escaped, Zhu Datianwang voluntarily abandoned the plan, and the Dragon-Slaying Saber was stolen by thieves.
This tumultuous situation, which began with the auction of the Dragon Slayer Saber, has come to an incomplete end.
Everyone finally got a rare day off.
Yin Susu and Yang Yan went to handle various matters.
Cheng Lingsu detoxified and cured Zhao Banshan's illness.
Without a yellow dog on his left or a hawk on his right, Xu Qingya sneaked into Xinghua Tower like a thief. Inside the private room of Xinghua Tower, Yin Yewang had already prepared a feast.
"Brother-in-law, you're here! Please have a seat! You're such a busy man, I've been waiting for you for days!"
"Brother-in-law, next time we meet, could you please find a normal place? Do you know what kind of situation my family has? You don't want to be hunted down by the Poison Hand Medicine King, the Linglong Pavilion Master, and the Queen, do you? By the way! When you're being chased, Susu will warn you!"
"Hiss~ Brother-in-law~ I am—"
"Alright! Like the mantis stalking the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind, we fought tooth and nail, but the biggest gain went to your brother-in-law. You really hit the jackpot this time!"
"What kind of profit am I supposed to make! The Dragon-Slaying Saber has caused such a huge mess, how could I dare to take it out? A Dragon-Slaying Saber that can't be used is nothing but a piece of scrap metal!"
"You can reforge it into other weapons."
"Destroying treasures will bring bad luck, brother-in-law! I want to live a few more years! Don't ruin my life! And one more thing, the Dragon-Slaying Saber cannot be considered part of the betrothal gifts!"
"Nonsense! Who uses swords as betrothal gifts? Don't worry, brother-in-law, I won't mistreat Susu! How's the matter I asked you to investigate? Any leads on the Blackwater Gang? Those old turtles are damn hard to catch!"
"There really is!"
"Where?"
"I went out for a stroll a few days ago and stumbled upon the Blackwater Gang's stronghold, which was occupied by the 'Three Evils and Four Scoundrels' of the Two Lakes Dragon Sand Gang. The Two Lakes Dragon Sand Gang has been causing trouble near Jiangling for years, and although they haven't made any money or possess any particularly advanced martial arts skills, their stronghold is still quite impressive!"
"Brother-in-law, give me a map!"
"Brother-in-law, we're brothers, so let's keep things clear. We'll exchange money for maps, don't try to renege on the deal!"
"Don't we have any trust at all?"
"Unless you make my sister the eldest daughter, why should I trust you? You bastard, my father is very pleased with you and has prepared over two hundred sets of dowry!"
"How many?"
"Now you know who's richer!"
"That's what Susu earned!"
"Nonsense! I want to inherit the Sky Eagle Sect, my father won't let me go out to sea by boat! Don't change the subject! Hand over the prescription now, or I'll yell and scream, and call my sister over, so you'll be sleeping on a washboard tonight!"
"Susu will definitely break your arm first!"
Xu Qingya took out a prescription from his pocket.
This is a prescription written by Cheng Lingsu.
Effects: Replenishes Qi and blood, strengthens the waist and kidneys.
Yin Yewang was fond of women and did not know how to restrain himself. After the age of thirty, he inevitably became somewhat impotent. He learned that Xu Qingya had a divine doctor by his side, so he specially asked his brother-in-law for a prescription to replenish his kidneys. Yin Yewang was extremely shameless, at least at the level of a grandmaster in terms of shamelessness.
Furthermore, when Xu Qingya was fighting the Ancient Sword Soul, it was Yin Yewang who stole the Dragon Slayer Saber. It's easy to understand if you think about it. If it weren't for an acquaintance committing the crime, Xu Qingya would have already taken Doubao'er and tracked him down thousands of miles away. How could he be so calm?
The Dragon-Slaying Saber is of great importance, so it's safer to entrust it to one's own people. After being reprimanded by Xu Qingya, Yin Yewang has become much more restrained and will no longer go out and cause trouble.
Linglong Pavilion Branch.
Holding Cheng Lingsu's hand, Yang Yan asked earnestly, "Sister, tell me the truth, how is Qingya's health? Has he suffered any hidden injuries?"
Cheng Lingsu guessed what Yang Yan meant and said shyly, "Brother Xu—he's very healthy, he just has a bit of a temper!"
"Is she easily angered?"
"Brother Xu is from Liaodong. He has been taking ginseng, lingzhi, and deer antler since childhood, accumulating a large amount of medicinal power in his body. Coupled with his youth and strength, it's inevitable—it's inevitable—"
"Is there any danger?"
"meeting!"
"What danger?"
"Anything in excess is as bad as anything in moderation. If you keep your temper bottled up for a long time, it can easily lead to inner demons, and you might even go astray when you fight with others."
"Is it that serious? Don't scare me!"
"Sister Yang, Brother Xu said that professional matters should be left to professionals. As a patient's family member, you should strictly follow the doctor's advice instead of questioning the doctor."
"At least give me some evidence!"
"Sister Yang, you've known Brother Xu for a long time, haven't you? Have you ever seen him fight someone? Doesn't he seem very violent and aggressive, like a tiger hunting its prey, often roaring loudly!"
"Hiss~~"
Yang Yan gasped.
Cheng Lingsu smiled like a little fox: "Sister, tell me in detail how you spent time with Brother Xu, and I'll study it!"
"This can be studied?"
"Of course! There was a legendary doctor in Cangzhou. When he was down on his luck, his nemesis wrote him a couplet mocking him. He noticed that his nemesis's handwriting was different from before and deduced that the other party had a hidden illness. Ten years later, the illness flared up, and he became paralyzed with a crooked mouth, slanted eyes, and a full-body paralysis!"
"Such a thing really happened?"
"How could I dare to lie to my sister? This isn't a big secret. With your abilities, you could verify the truth in two or three days. Why would I lie?"
"Girl, I was just worried and confused, I didn't really doubt you, don't take it to heart! The reason I met Qingya was because of a bamboo pole—"
Yang Yan is an exceptionally intelligent person, how could she be easily fooled? However, firstly, she was too concerned to think clearly; secondly, in terms of medical skills, Cheng Lingsu was a super expert among experts, and her words carried great weight; and thirdly, Cheng Lingsu had a pure and innocent appearance, making it easy for people to believe her.
Appearance can indeed determine a lot.
Just by looking at Cheng Lingsu's appearance, you can tell she's an honest person and definitely not a con artist!
Yang Yan spoke in great detail, and Cheng Lingsu nodded repeatedly as she listened. She thought to herself, "Seeing how close you two are, I thought you were childhood sweethearts. I didn't expect you've only known each other for less than two months. It seems I'm not too far behind!"
Just as the two were talking enthusiastically, a violent sound came from outside. Inside Xinghua Tower, Xu Qingya, dressed as Xiao Langjun, held an ice jade knife. At his feet lay a decapitated corpse. His eyes flashed with a blood-red light as he stared intently at the two people in front of him.
Yin Yewang wanted to step forward to help, but Xu Qingya was bursting with blood-red energy, looking like a god or a demon, even more like a demon than a demon. If he rushed over recklessly, he might provoke Xu Qingya's hostility and be cut in two.
"You bastards! Who are you people?"
King Yin Ye shouted angrily.
"Brother-in-law, don't interfere! They are the three great protectors of the Heavenly Mandate Sect. Leave them to me!"
Xu Qingya recalled Zhao Banshan's words and, combining the three men's appearances and weapons, guessed their identities.
Just now, when Xu Qingya and Yin Yewang were drinking to their hearts' content, the three of them suddenly burst in.
Xu Qingya sensed danger and unleashed a powerful attack without hesitation, seizing the initiative while his opponent was off guard.
By the time they realized what was happening, they were already suppressed by Xu Qingya's aura and their vital points were locked by the blade's light.