Ask Wudang Chapter 180

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Hearing the sharp wind, mixed with a chill, Ye Qingfeng smiled faintly, not taking it to heart at all. He reached out with his left hand and steadily held the meat basin, while his right hand drew a semicircle, slapping out with a whoosh.

The next moment, their palms met, and their palm forces collided, making a muffled “bang” sound. Immediately after, Xuan Mingzi’s body swayed, retreating several steps, his footsteps thudding on the ground, but Ye Qingfeng remained calm and composed.

Although Xuan Mingzi’s Xuanming Divine Palm was extraordinary, that was only in comparison to ordinary martial arts experts. In front of Ye Qingfeng, it was completely child’s play. It was fortunate that Ye Qingfeng had come to save people, and before he had saved them, he was somewhat apprehensive, so he didn’t really get serious. Otherwise, even if Xuan Mingzi had nine lives, he wouldn’t be able to withstand Ye Qingfeng’s serious palm strike.

Against this palm, feeling Ye Qingfeng’s profound palm force, Xuan Mingzi was even more shocked.

Ye Qingfeng, however, paid no attention, as if nothing had happened. He held the meat basin flat with his left hand, and with a slight shake of his arm, a piece of beef flew out of the basin and landed directly into his mouth.

This skill was like magic, truly wondrous and profound, making Kublai Khan cheer repeatedly.

Kublai Khan was not proficient in martial arts and did not understand its mysteries, but all the people present were experts in martial arts, so how could they not understand? Several of them secretly thought to themselves, “One can use internal force through the basin to make the beef jump, but it would inevitably cause many pieces of beef to fly at once, making a mess of juice. To make the beef jump out one piece at a time, I probably can’t do it with my current ability.”

In reality, the mystery of this skill was extremely demanding on internal energy. Only when one’s internal energy reached the state of being able to do whatever one wanted could one achieve this. Ye Qingfeng’s internal energy cultivation had long since reached perfection, so it was not difficult for him to achieve this. Seeing Ye Qingfeng eating with great relish, Zhou Botong also followed suit, picking up a plate of roasted lamb and using this technique to eat heartily.

After the two finished eating, Kublai Khan walked forward again, cupped his hands, and said humbly, “May I ask who you two esteemed individuals are? Today, you have come to my humble tent, and I have not entertained you well. Please forgive me.”

Ye Qingfeng put down the meat basin, feigning surprise, and said, “You captured my two maidservants, and you actually don’t know who I am?”

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone present was instantly shocked, and then they all stood in front of Kublai Khan, protecting him.

Kublai Khan was also shocked. He never expected Ye Qingfeng to arrive in such a manner. However, he was, after all, a generation’s overlord. After a moment of shock, he quickly recovered and cupped his hands again, saying, “So you are the famous Sword Saint. My apologies for the disrespect.” He paused slightly, then continued, “A few days ago, those three ladies visited my camp, and my subordinates had some conflict with them. Therefore, I invited them to stay in the army for a few days. I have heard that you are the most renowned expert in the Central Plains martial arts world, and I have admired you for a long time. After much consideration, I sent an invitation. Please forgive my rashness.”

It must be said that his words were truly skillful. Lu Wushuang and Hong Lingbo were clearly there to spy on the camp, but he said they were visiting. He clearly captured and imprisoned them, but he said he was entertaining guests. He clearly used them as hostages to coerce, but he said he admired Ye Qingfeng’s reputation and specially sent an invitation. When he said this, his posture was also very low, leaving no room for criticism.

However, what kind of person was Ye Qingfeng? How could he not know his tricks? Immediately, Ye Qingfeng said, “I have also heard of your great name, Kublai Khan, for a long time. Compared to Möngke, Hulagu, and Ariq Böke, your ability is much stronger. I think that after Ögedei dies, the position of the Great Khan of Mongolia will eventually fall to you.”

Compared to Kublai Khan’s evasive words, Ye Qingfeng’s words were much bolder.

Tolui’s four sons were Möngke, Hulagu, Ariq Böke, and Kublai Khan, with Kublai Khan being the youngest among the four. According to the order of succession, no matter how it was arranged, it would not be his turn unless all three of his elder brothers died. And Ye Qingfeng’s words, in addition to the obvious provocation, also implied that he would contend for the Khanate in the future.

This was simply a malicious statement. If it reached the ears of his three elder brothers, the consequences would be self-evident.

Hearing these words, Kublai Khan’s expression naturally changed repeatedly, but he quickly calmed down and smiled, saying, “Your esteemed self praises me too much. The talents of my three royal brothers are all above mine. I am absolutely no match for them.”

“As expected of Kublai Khan, truly capable of what others cannot, and enduring what others cannot.”

Seeing that he didn’t fall for the trick, Ye Qingfeng secretly praised him in his heart, then stopped teasing him and changed the subject, saying, “You sent an invitation, and I came. Now, can you release my two maidservants?”

Kublai Khan said, “Of course.” He then ordered his subordinates, “Come, bring the three ladies here.”

There were clearly only two women, Hong Lingbo and Lu Wushuang, who were captured, and Guo Jing’s letter to Ye Qingfeng also said there were only two. However, Kublai Khan repeatedly mentioned three ladies, which made Ye Qingfeng somewhat curious.

Before long, several guards brought three women into the tent.

As soon as he saw the third person, Ye Qingfeng immediately guessed her identity: Cheng Ying.

It turned out that Cheng Ying had left Huang Yaoshi to travel alone and had recently arrived in Xiangyang. She suddenly heard that Lu Wushuang had been captured by the Mongols, so she came to rescue her at night. Unexpectedly, Kublai Khan was already prepared, so she also fell into captivity.

“Master.”

Seeing Ye Qingfeng, the two women, Lu and Hong, immediately showed joy, while Cheng Ying looked at him curiously.

Ye Qingfeng’s face showed a slight reproach, saying, “I always told you to practice your martial arts well, but you refused to listen. Now you’re suffering the consequences.”

The two women lowered their heads, their faces full of shame.

Seeing their expressions, Ye Qingfeng could not bear to scold them further and continued, “You two go. Go straight back to Xiangyang.”

Lu Wushuang said, “Master, what about you? Aren’t you coming with us?”

Ye Qingfeng said, “This prince specially invited me as a guest. If I just leave like this, wouldn’t it be very impolite?”

Hearing this, how could the three women not understand that Ye Qingfeng was exchanging himself for them?

Hong Lingbo said, “No, if Master doesn’t leave, I won’t leave either.”

Cheng Ying echoed, “That’s right, if we go, we go together. If we stay, we stay together.”

“Hmm?”

Ye Qingfeng’s expression immediately darkened, and he swept a cold glance at the three women, saying, “Are my words as your master no longer effective?”

Seeing his gaze, the three women trembled in their hearts, knowing that staying would only be a burden, so they reluctantly compromised with tears in their eyes.

Lu Wushuang said, “Alright, we’ll go. Master, you must come back.”

Ye Qingfeng waved his hand and said, “Don’t worry, you go.”

Kublai Khan was also magnanimous. He ordered his men to prepare horses for the three women and allowed them to leave unhindered.

After the three women left, Kublai Khan bowed to Ye Qingfeng again and said, “I have witnessed the abilities of you, Esteemed Ye, and this old gentleman. You can truly be called unparalleled in the world. May I ask if you two are willing to lend me a hand?”

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