Chapter 867: Young Marshal Kou Zhong

“The Mongol army’s supply routes have been attacked once before. Their provisions must be guarded by strong troops, so this journey will likely be full of dangers…” Shi Feixuan pointed out the difficulties: “Although, with your skills, it’s not hard to burn down their supplies in the chaos, the Mongol army will surely send experts from the demonic sects to reinforce them.”
“Feixuan is right.”
Kai Xin nodded with a bitter smile: “What worries me most now is encountering those demonic sect experts in battle… By then, not to mention burning their supplies, even escaping unharmed will be a problem.”
“It’s a pity that Feixuan is seriously injured and probably can’t fight for some time. Otherwise, I would volunteer to follow Young Hero Kai Xin on this journey.” At this point, Shi Feixuan’s tone changed:
“But Feixuan knows someone who can help you.”
“Who?”
His eyes lit up—this was exactly what Kai Xin had been waiting for. He knew that Shi Feixuan was grateful for his life-saving efforts and sense of patriotism, and since she had summoned him, she surely wouldn’t abandon him.
“Zi Ling.”
“Xu Zi Ling, the leader of the Twin Dragon Gang?” Kai Xin looked astonished.
He had thought Shi Feixuan would suggest or ask the King of Qin to send troops to assist him, after all, he had also contributed to the King of Qin’s cause this time. If Qin Qiong and Hong Funiu accompanied him to the enemy camp, things might have worked out. But to his utter surprise, Shi Feixuan’s choice wasn’t someone from the King of Qin’s camp, but a man with a complicated relationship with her—Xu Zi Ling.
Kai Xin replied, half-laughing and half-crying, “Although Brother Zi Ling and I have a past relationship, this mission is extremely dangerous. I really feel embarrassed to ask him to join me. Could it be that Feixuan has a way to get Zi Ling to help?”
“It’s not me—it’s you.”
Shi Feixuan winked at Kai Xin with her bright, clear eyes: “Wasn’t it because of Young Hero Kai Xin’s help that the Twin Dragon Gang took control of the Yangzhou treasury?” She paused briefly, then chuckled under Kai Xin’s increasingly flustered gaze: “In that battle, if not for Young Hero Kai Xin disguising himself as Zi Ling and staying on the boat to hold back most of the experts from both the righteous and demonic sects, would Kou Zhong and Xu Zi Ling have been able to easily take all the treasures from the Yangzhou treasury and form a young marshal army to rival the Tiance Army?”
“…You knew all this?”
Kai Xin was ashamed and forced a smile: “How did you figure it out?”
“I felt something strange when we left the boat. After asking Zi Ling, I understood everything…” Shi Feixuan’s eyes sparkled with laughter.
Kai Xin smiled bitterly again:
That’s right!

Xu Ziling, an honest and upright man, simply couldn’t lie in front of Shi Feixuan. With both of them from the Yang Family’s treasure trove involved, how could anything be hidden? Fortunately, Shi Feixuan showed no signs of blame and continued to explain, “You’ve done such a great deal for the Young Marshal’s army. Not only is Xu Ziling in your debt, but even if Kou Zhong knows you’re in trouble, he’s likely to step in personally to help.” Hearing this, Kai Xin felt as if the clouds had cleared and everything became suddenly clear! That’s right… Now that both Shi Feixuan and Wanwan had reached the Mythical Realm, it went without saying that Kou Zhong’s Eight Methods of the Well had also been mastered to a masterful level, entering the Mythical tier. Xu Ziling, with his Immortal Seal Technique and Nine Character Mantra, was probably also at a flawless level, even surpassing Kou Zhong in martial arts. What was even more remarkable was that when the two dragons combined their strength, it multiplied—making them experts beyond even the most formidable foes like the Evil King, Dark Queen, and Martial Lord, their strength on par with the pinnacle of mythology. If it were truly as Shi Feixuan said, with the help of these two dragons, their chances of succeeding in this mission to Mongolia, where they were to burn the grain, stood at 70%! … After further discussion, Kai Xin’s confidence soared. Following Shi Feixuan’s advice, he left the camp excitedly and found the tent where Xu Ziling and Kou Zhong were staying not far away. “No outsiders allowed in the Young Marshal’s army camp!” Two soldiers from the Young Marshal’s army stopped Kai Xin at the entrance. “Please convey a message—say Kai Xin, a disciple of the Murong family, is here to see them…” Before he could finish speaking, a voice came from inside the tent, “Brother Kai Xin? Come in quickly!” Immediately, a figure stepped out, moving swiftly with a bold and unrestrained presence, dressed in plain clothes yet exuding an extraordinary aura—it wasn’t the familiar Xu Ziling. The soldiers at the door quickly stepped aside and saluted, “Young Marshal!” It was the first time Kai Xin had met Kou Zhong, so he didn’t dare be rude: “Kai Xin, a disciple of the Murong family, greets you, Young Marshal.” “Calling me Young Marshal is too formal. Since you’re a friend of Young Master Ling, if you don’t mind, just call me Young Master Zhong… Tsk tsk, disciples of the Murong family are truly extraordinary. I’ve long wanted to meet this Suzhou Blue-Clothed Guest who has won high praise from my brother and left Demon Marshal Zhao Deyan in disarray… I’ve been fighting against Young Master Ling these past few days and am itching to fight again. It’s perfect that Brother Kai Xin has come—let’s have a match to spar… I heard you risked everything to protect Shi Feixuan, blocking Tianjun Xiying and Witch Wanwan and emerging unharmed—your achievements are truly impressive. I can’t wait to fight you.” “…”

Kai Xin hid his smile. He wasn’t sure if Kou Zhong truly wanted to spar or was trying to intimidate him since he came from the King of Qin, so he immediately frowned. But seeing Kou Zhong’s enthusiastic posture, rubbing his fists and palms, he sighed inwardly and nodded, “Since Young Master Zhong is in such a good mood, Kai Xin will accompany you for a while.”

“Great!”

As soon as those words were spoken, Kou Zhong laughed wildly and drew Jing Zhong Yue. Under the night sky, it resembled clear well water, yet it quickly emitted a blade light as bright as the moon… Standing there, Kou Zhong was like a moon hanging in the sky—calm and unperturbed. Everything around him instantly fell silent.

Although he hadn’t made any move yet, Kai Xin felt as though he had already fallen into Kou Zhong’s attack. Jing Zhong Yue—both the name of the sword and its fighting style—reflected the image of a bright moon in a well. It could quickly boost one’s momentum while also affecting the enemy’s…

Kou Zhong held the sword in one hand, his momentum continuously building. Kai Xin, on the other hand, felt locked in, despite sensing no hostility at all. Yet a sense of unease quickly spread through his heart.

“I’ve long heard that Young Master Zhong’s ‘Eight Techniques of the Well’ possess the style of a master. Seeing it today, I confirm it’s truly extraordinary…” Kai Xin took a step forward subtly.

Kou Zhong suddenly opened his eyes!

Kai Xin’s step, like a stone thrown into calm water, immediately created ripples and waves within the aura under Kou Zhong’s control…

Raising Jing Zhong Yue, Kou Zhong prepared to launch a fierce attack. But at the moment of action, opposing ripples and waves reflected back from the direction the sword moved…

In an instant, Kou Zhong felt as though he had fallen into Jing Zhong Yue’s attack. The two waves collided in the air! His once calm heart was instantly disrupted.