Chapter 962: Meeting Qin Qingxuan Again

The journey from Donglu to Daye spans over eight thousand li.

For an ordinary person traveling with a merchant caravan, it typically takes at least two to three months.

However, Wang Chen has less than a month to complete this journey.

Fortunately, a significant portion of this long journey can be traversed on the official road, and with his status as a Blood Guard Qiandu, he can stay at the inns along the way for free.

The day after leaving Donglu, Wang Chen traveled north and arrived at the banks of the Muluo River.

The Muluo River stretches from east to west, spanning thousands of miles, and is one of the largest rivers within the Da Liang Kingdom.

The river is over ten li wide, and naturally, there are no bridges for crossing; one must take a ferry boat to get across.

When Wang Chen arrived, an official ferry boat had just departed from the dock, and he missed the chance to board.

Wang Chen didn’t mind, as there were several ferry boats available, so he wouldn’t have to wait long.

What he didn’t expect was that at that moment, a speedboat cut through the waves and anchored not far from him.

At the bow stood a masked woman in a white dress, waving at Wang Chen: “Grand General Wang!”

Wang Chen’s gaze sharpened.

Though he couldn’t see her face, her voice and posture instantly brought a familiar image to his mind.

Qin Qingxuan!

He had met this woman from the Yuhua Sword Sect before his duel with Huang Jue, the Soul-Snapping Spear, where she had tried to persuade him to join the traitors, but he had refused.

At that time, Qin Qingxuan had not been angry; instead, she had warned him of the dangers ahead.

Wang Chen thought that after their parting, they would never meet again, yet here they were.

It was clearly no coincidence; Qin Qingxuan had obviously come to find him!

Although the Yuhua Sword Sect claimed to be a hidden sect, their information network was anything but ordinary.

Qin Qingxuan must have known about his latest situation; otherwise, she wouldn’t be calling him “Grand General Wang.”

After a moment of thought, Wang Chen led his yellow horse over.

Qin Qingxuan stood at the bow with a beaming smile, “Brother Wang, let Qingxuan take you across.”

“Thank you.”

Wang Chen did not refuse.

He wanted to see what she was up to, and surely she wouldn’t be trying to pull him into that pit of traitors again, right?

Qin Qingxuan’s speedboat was not large, but with just her and an old ferryman on board, there was more than enough room for Wang Chen and a horse.

Qin Qingxuan invited Wang Chen to sit across from her, placing a table between them with tea and snacks.

As the speedboat left the dock, the beauty from the Yuhua Sword Sect removed her veil, revealing her breathtakingly beautiful face.

She smiled sweetly at Wang Chen: “Brother Wang, long time no see. I didn’t expect you to already be a Qiandu and the Grand General of Demon Suppression.”

Wang Chen kept his composure and said, “Miss Qin, you’re not here waiting for me just to persuade me to join the traitors again, are you?”

“Of course not.”

Qin Qingxuan smiled and said, “Qingxuan knows her limits. For someone like Brother Wang, how could you achieve such success without a heart as solid as a rock? The Strongest remain steadfast and always keep the true path in mind!”

Wang Chen was momentarily speechless, “In that case, could it be that you’ve missed me?”

“Brother Wang!”

Qin Qingxuan’s delicate face flushed lightly, and she shot him a reproachful glance: “Qingxuan has come to discuss serious matters with you. I hope Brother Wang will not hesitate to lend your assistance.”

Wang Chen frowned, “Miss Qin, since you’ve managed to intercept me here, you must know that I am heading north to Daye to pay my respects to the Emperor, correct?”

“Paying respects to the Emperor is of utmost importance; Qingxuan would never dare to interfere.”

Qin Qingxuan spoke earnestly, “Qingxuan wishes to ask Brother Wang, after you have paid your respects, to assist me in dealing with a demon!”

“A demon?”

Wang Chen was taken aback, “What kind of demon? If the Yuhua Sword Sect cannot handle it, I’m afraid I would be powerless as well.”

He had previously reviewed internal documents from the Blood Guard and had gained a considerable understanding of the Yuhua Sword Sect, a hidden sect that only emerges during times of chaos, each time sending out a true disciple to assist those who seek to change the world.

It is said that Emperor Taizu of the Great Liang once received help from a disciple of the Yuhua Sword Sect.

But the current Liang Emperor would surely not wish to see a new disciple of the sword sect emerge!

As for the strength of the Yuhua Sword Sect, it can only be described as “deep and unfathomable,” having stood for a thousand years, its foundations too profound for outsiders to comprehend.

The Blood Guard’s records indicated that although the Yuhua Sword Sect remains hidden, they have an outer sect presence in multiple countries, including Da Liang.

After all, they too need resources to live and to practice martial arts and sword techniques!

Thus, while Qin Qingxuan appears alone, the power she wields is not to be underestimated.

“This demon is very special,”

Qin Qingxuan explained, “It requires the identity of the Grand General of Demon Suppression to have any chance of success. I can provide more details after you have paid your respects.”

“This demon is deeply hidden and poses a great threat. If we do not eliminate it in time, it could bring chaos to the world!”

Wang Chen pondered for a moment and asked, “What’s in it for me?”

Wang Chen was not a hot-blooded, impulsive youth; even if Qin Qingxuan spoke eloquently and presented a cause filled with righteousness, he would not be compelled to risk himself unless something of value was offered!

“Brother Wang…”

Qin Qingxuan looked at him with a mix of reproach and affection, her voice softening slightly.

However, Wang Chen remained unmoved and picked up the teacup on the table, taking a sip—only to find the tea had gone cold.

Seeing this, Qin Qingxuan sighed softly and said, “If I remember correctly, Brother Wang practices the family technique of the Bloodshed Wheel, right?”

Hmm?

Wang Chen’s gaze sharpened as he set down the teacup: “Miss Qin, what are you implying?”

It was not surprising that she knew about his practice of the Bloodshed Wheel; he had never concealed his technique during battles.

What made Wang Chen wary was the implication behind Qin Qingxuan’s timely mention!

“Please don’t be upset, Brother Wang. I mean no harm,”

Qin Qingxuan said gently, “May I ask if your Bloodshed Wheel is complete? I possess the complete method of this technique. If Brother Wang needs it…”

What?

Wang Chen nearly lost his composure on the spot—was she serious?

He had never imagined that Qin Qingxuan would possess the complete method of the Bloodshed Wheel!

One of Wang Chen’s primary reasons for entering the capital to pay his respects was to gain access to the library in the Dao Palace on Yuntai Mountain to study the final two levels of the Bloodshed Wheel’s secrets.

Otherwise, he would either have to switch his primary technique or remain stuck at the fifth level martial sect master realm without a breakthrough.

But Wang Chen also knew that achieving this goal would be difficult.

This made Wang Chen feel as though Qin Qingxuan had a hold on him, causing a slight discomfort.

He couldn’t help but ask, “Is this an exchange condition?”