chsdbacks Chapter 61 Help Me
Chapter 61 Help Me
Lu Ming, covered in dust from his journey, emerged from the Black Mountain and rushed back to Chiyun County.
Once inside the city, he felt relieved and slowed his pace.
Walking on the bustling street, he overheard people talking about Wei Jinlin and the others, saying that they had returned to the city and gone to the headquarters of the Green Bamboo Gang with a group of powerful figures from the city.
Lu Ming thought to himself, "They must be going to discuss today's matters."
However, the genius bait plan had nothing to do with him.
Now that his Divine Speed has reached the minor level of mastery, he will go back to cultivate the Snow-Treading Without a Trace technique, and he should be able to master it soon!
Moreover, he was quite looking forward to the third leg technique, which he could evolve after practicing it today.
Unexpectedly, just as he was on his way to the Martial Arts Department and was about to pass the headquarters of the Green Bamboo Gang, a person suddenly appeared at a secluded street corner. He had long legs, bright eyes, and white teeth, and blocked his way.
"Liu Yiyi?" Lu Ming was taken aback. "You wanted to see me about something?"
Liu Yiyi looked at Lu Ming with a complicated expression. She still couldn't calm down after returning from the trip.
She had initially held her pride in front of Lu Ming, but now, her gaze towards him was inevitably tinged with admiration and worship. A strange feeling stirred within her.
This would have been absolutely unbelievable to her in the past.
She came to see Lu Ming not to discuss these matters, but upon being asked by Lu Ming, she quickly composed herself and said:
"Brother Lu... Brother Lu, Qingzhu is being forced into an engagement by her father, and the engagement banquet is about to be held!"
"I spoke to Qingzhu secretly, but she didn't respond, and her body seemed very stiff."
"I suspect that she has been tricked by her father and is now unable to control herself."
"I begged my father for help, but he said it was a family matter and that the only one who could help Qingzhu now was Brother Lu."
"Brother Lu is from the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion, which might make Chief Feng wary. Please, Brother Lu, help Qingzhu."
Despite being mocked by her before, Feng Qingzhu still reminded her not to get too close to Chen Feng.
Now, she has come to her senses and understands who is truly good to her. Seeing Feng Qingzhu in trouble, she naturally wants to do her best to help.
Upon hearing this, Lu Ming's gaze sharpened.
Feng Qingzhu was framed by Feng Buping and was forced into an engagement.
He had previously asked Feng Qingzhu if she needed his help, and Feng Qingzhu said no. He never expected that upon returning from the "Genius Bait" plan today, he would suddenly encounter this unexpected turn of events.
It's very likely because Feng Qingzhu believed that the current focus of Chiyun County was on hunting the Earth Dragon Beast, and she didn't expect that Feng Buping would take advantage of the gathering of a group of powerful figures at the Qingzhu Gang headquarters to hold an engagement banquet.
Feng Buping was supposed to solidify the marriage in front of all the powerful figures in the city. Unexpectedly, he used this opportunity to plot against his own daughter.
"Outrageous!" Lu Ming pressed the knife at his waist, a hint of dissatisfaction showing in his glances.
He turned around and walked towards the magnificent headquarters of the Green Bamboo Gang.
When Liu Yiyi saw that Lu Ming was willing to help, she was first delighted, but then she looked at Lu Ming's determined back and bit her lip slightly, her eyes filled with complicated emotions.
Clearly, Lu Ming decided to help not because of her request, but because he and Feng Qingzhu already had a good relationship.
What exactly is his relationship with Feng Qingzhu?
"Who goes there?! How dare you cause trouble at the Green Bamboo Gang's headquarters!"
At the main gate of the Green Bamboo Gang's headquarters, the guards saw Lu Ming approaching with his sword and immediately shouted in alarm.
"Lu Ming, a secret agent of the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion!"
In this emergency, Lu Ming immediately invoked his most intimidating identity.
Upon hearing this, he noticed a change in everyone's expression and a change in their demeanor. He then stepped through the door and walked inside.
At this very moment, the headquarters of the Green Bamboo Gang was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers.
Everyone, from top to bottom, was beaming with joy. Today was the engagement day between the Green Bamboo Gang and the Shen family.
Inside the main hall, the powerful figures sat on both sides, some frowning, some calm, some impatient, each with a different expression.
They never expected that Feng Buping would choose this time to hold an engagement ceremony and say things like "to bring good luck."
Before anyone could refuse, Shen Changfeng, the groom-to-be, had already arrived in the hall dressed in a bright red suit.
With Zhou Zhen bringing the support of the Chen and Shen families, what else is there to say? We're already here.
Moreover, Feng Buping is a powerful figure in the region, and Feng Qingzhu, having survived the Genius Bait Plan, has become one of the only four remaining geniuses with a bright future, so everyone has to give him some face.
In the main seat, Feng Buping was beaming. He watched as the maids outside the door helped Feng Qingzhu, who was dressed in her finest attire, to attend the event. Although he was expressionless and slightly regretful, it did not affect the outcome.
After the engagement, Zhou Zhen promised to give him a cultivation elixir from the Lingyun Sect, which would give him a chance to break through to the Tempering Realm!
That's the Tempering Realm; with his talent, he would never have been able to break through it in his entire life.
Now, all he needs to do is marry off his daughter, Feng Qingzhu, and he will have a chance to break through.
He couldn't resist the temptation.
"Qingzhu, you've arrived." Shen Changfeng's eyes lit up when he saw Feng Qingzhu dressed up, and he said with a smile.
He usually exudes a fierce aura, but today he made a special effort to adjust his mindset, suppress his menacing aura, and try to show a gentle smile.
He originally wanted to marry Feng Qingzhu, firstly to win over the Qingzhu Gang, and secondly to obtain a piece of demon flesh to help him break through to the Great Perfection of Tendon Refining.
Seeing Feng Qingzhu's stunning beauty now fills him with even greater satisfaction. In this way, it is only right to enjoy the company of such a beauty as well.
"Today, Qingzhu, daughter of the Feng family, and the Shen family..."
Feng Buping, sitting in the main seat, said with a smile.
Before she could finish speaking, a person suddenly flashed into the hall and, with a slight tap of the hilt of his knife, knocked away the two maids beside Feng Qingzhu.
Feng Buping's smile froze as he recognized the person as Lu Ming, a genius disciple of the Martial Arts Department and a secret agent of the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion!
His face darkened, and he roared, "Lu Ming, today is Qingzhu's engagement banquet, what are you trying to do?"
In the main hall, the powerful figures were slightly taken aback upon seeing this, not expecting that things would take such a turn for the worse.
Immediately, many people showed amused expressions, it seemed there was going to be a good show.
Liu Feilong of Feilong Martial Arts School frowned deeply and gave Liu Yiyi a veiled glare as she quietly approached him.
Unexpectedly, Liu Yiyi actually brought Lu Ming here. Isn't this just making things worse? Although Lu Ming is a genius, he hasn't fully matured yet. In front of the two major forces, he's like a mantis trying to stop a chariot.
However, given the situation, Lu Ming still dared to show up and help, and Liu Feilong couldn't help but reveal a hint of admiration in his eyes.
Back then, Lu Ming also fought a crucial battle in the Li Family Bank's arena competition. He was ruthless when it came to valuing his life, but when it came to friends, he was equally decisive in helping them.
It's a pity that Liu Yiyi doesn't like such a genius; otherwise, perhaps Lu Ming wouldn't have become so close to Feng Qingzhu, and things wouldn't be like they are today.
Liu Feilong felt a pang of regret.
"Lu Ming!"
In the lobby, Shen Changfeng, dressed in a bright red suit, suddenly changed his expression, his eyes filled with murderous intent as he stared intently at Lu Ming.
He never expected that not only would he not cause trouble for Lu Ming, but Lu Ming would actually dare to appear in front of him, and moreover, to ruin his engagement banquet.
This completely disregards him.
At this moment, everyone in the hall was looking at Lu Ming.
Lu Ming didn't look at anyone else, but stared at Feng Qingzhu and said:
"Now, you only need to say two words."
Feng Qingzhu's eyes revealed a mix of emotions, including gratitude, surprise, and anxiety. However, she opened her mouth slightly but could not utter a word.
Sitting in the main seat, Feng Buping secretly sneered. She had been acupunctured, how could she possibly answer?
Currently, the tradition of acupoint striking has been lost, and almost no martial artist is skilled in it. Even Feng Qingzhu only stumbled upon a vague understanding of acupoint striking techniques by accident.
And he only learned this one move.
In reality, he only knew how to apply pressure points, not how to release them. It was only because Zhou Zhen said he could forcibly release the pressure points with his cultivation that he felt comfortable applying pressure points.
Thinking of this, he immediately felt confident and shouted:
"Lu Ming, Qingzhu is going to get married, so she won't answer you."
"You've gone too far in disrupting the engagement party today. Considering your youth and ignorance, you should leave immediately, and I won't hold it against you."
If Lu Ming hadn't been a secret agent of the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion, he would have crippled Lu Ming on the spot.
Saying this now is merely to give Lei Wanchun face, and it's also a favor to do him.
Lu Ming ignored him, and when he saw Feng Qingzhu's stiff body, a dark light flashed in the depths of his eyes.
Suddenly, the view changed, and all the black acupoints on Feng Qingzhu's body came into view.
His gaze shifted, and he saw a slightly reddish black acupoint that was slowly moving with Feng Qingzhu's breathing, now resting on her left shoulder.
Without hesitation, Lu Ming struck out, pointing a finger at Feng Qingzhu's left shoulder.
Thud!
In an instant, Feng Qingzhu released her pressure points, swayed, and almost fell, reaching out to support Lu Ming.
Lu Ming felt a faint fragrance waft towards him. Feng Qingzhu, dressed in her finest attire, looked stunning. Her gaze towards him held a hint of longing, unlike before.
"Help me..." Feng Qingzhu bit her lip slightly, her breath sweet as orchids, and uttered these two words.
She steadied herself, released Lu Ming's hand, looked back at the many powerful figures gathered in the hall, and suddenly asked uncertainly, "Is it alright?"
"You only need to say the first two words. Then leave the rest to me."
As Lu Ming spoke, he took a step forward, blocking Feng Qingzhu's path and facing the powerful figures in the hall.