Be Passive In The High Martial World

Chapter 67: Another Confrontation, Hidden Needle in the Blade (Third Update)

Chen Kuang had anticipated that his whereabouts would soon be discovered, and he had also thought about Shen Xingzhu's possible reaction.

This compassionate fairy had already been disturbed by him twice, and before she could rebuild her Dao heart, it was as if she had no hope of reaching the profound realm.

As the saying goes, obstructing someone's path is like killing their parents.

Therefore, logically speaking, at this moment, Chen Kuang was the heart demon and enemy that Shen Xingzhu must do everything in her power to eliminate.

In Chen Kuang's imagination, Shen Xingzhu should already hate him to the bone, wishing to devour his flesh.

Although, given Shen Xingzhu's personality, she would definitely appear calm and ethereal on the surface, not easily revealing her true emotions.

But whether she shows it or not is one thing, and whether she takes action is another.

Therefore, the one thing Chen Kuang never expected was that Shen Xingzhu would actually offer to help him.

Chen Kuang's strength was not enough to protect Shen Meinan, so Shen Xingzhu said she would follow the two of them.

The implication was naturally that she tacitly agreed to Chen Kuang being by Shen Meinan's side, and at the same time, the underlying meaning was that she would cooperate with Chen Kuang's actions.

In her words, it was clear that she trusted Chen Kuang.

However, Chen Kuang had a strong intuition that this woman had ulterior motives.

She wasn't that kind-hearted to let Shen Meinan follow her archenemy like this.

Shen Meinan's existence was a secret.

When Chen Kuang first realized this, he thought that he might have found another handle to manipulate Shen Xingzhu.

But at this moment, Shen Xingzhu appeared very indifferent.

Chen Kuang had clashed with Shen Xingzhu twice, narrowly winning both times, but only after understanding her character.

In terms of understanding Shen Xingzhu as a person, to some extent, even if her mentors and friends came, they couldn't compare to Chen Kuang.

He could be sure that Shen Xingzhu wasn't pretending.

She really wasn't worried about this secret being leaked by Chen Kuang.

Chen Kuang suddenly twitched at the corner of his eye.

As everyone knows... only dead people can truly keep a secret.

With the enemy in the dark and oneself in the light, could it be that this time it was Shen Xingzhu's turn to set a trap for him?

However, at this moment, Chen Kuang had no reason to refuse.

Although Shen Xingzhu's intentions were unclear now, her strength was indeed formidable. If he wanted to leave Liang Kingdom, he still had a long way to go.

Liang Kingdom had a total of twelve counties, and when traveling by water, they would have to pass through three counties besides Jishao County.

Jishao County had the Fengyu Tower, and if they changed counties, there would be the Riyue Tower and the Huacao Tower.

From the bits and pieces of information Lin Eryou and the others had mentioned before, Chen Kuang had a rough understanding of what kind of force the Martial Saint Pavilion was.

He also knew that this force was almost everywhere in the world!

With his current strength, it could be said that he was unable to move an inch.

Shen Xingzhu had already shown her sincerity by using that sword to destroy the Fengyu Tower.

For now, it wouldn't hurt to travel together.

Just be cautious at all times...

Shen Xingzhu seemed to sense that he had some thoughts during this long silence.

"Your worries are unnecessary. I won't make a move against you at this time," she said calmly. "Besides, you should be grateful that you never had any intention of attacking me."

Otherwise, today's Diwu would have been the fate that Chen Kuang should have had.

This was her unfinished intention.

Shen Xingzhu only refrained from killing or saving others in matters unrelated to her, but when it came to personal matters, there would be no mercy.

But Chen Kuang didn't buy it and chuckled, "Well, good deeds don't go unpunished."

He sighed and clicked his tongue, "By being so well-behaved, I've become someone's reason to attack me?"

Being well-behaved?

If this guy can behave himself, then no one in the world would be scheming.

Shen Xingzhu stood in the center of the ruins of the imperial city, her gaze icy. The thing she regrets the most is still not taking Chen Kuang seriously enough back then because of his low cultivation level, which led to her failure to kill him.

Would anyone use weapons against ants crawling on their body? Of course not. Killing an ant is as simple as waving a hand.

Shen Xingzhu waved her hand, but who would have thought that the ant not only flew away to avoid it, but also turned around and bit her.

This guy has no awe or fear in his heart, so as long as he is alive, he is destined to stir up a bloody storm.

Seeing that she didn't speak, Chen Kuang didn't continue the topic.

After all, he didn't want to bring up old matters at this time and continue to provoke Shen Xingzhu, which could easily backfire.

Chen Kuang turned his voice low and said, "By the way, how much power can you exert with this strand of Primordial Spirit?"

He added, "I'm not trying to test you. It's just that if you don't tell me, there will be many situations where I can't judge."

"If you have absolute confidence, then it's fine not to tell me."

If she had absolute confidence, she wouldn't have let Chen Kuang protect Shen Meinan.

Shen Xingzhu said softly, "If I were at my peak, this strand of Primordial Spirit could reach the half-step Grandmaster Realm."

"But now, it can only reach the Embracing Moon Realm."

The reason behind this is self-evident.

Chen Kuang: "..."

He shrugged, can he be blamed for this?

Shen Meinan listened to their conversation on the side, blinked her eyes, and looked completely confused about what they were discussing...

However, Chen Kuang seemed to have some grievances with her sister.

No wonder he knew Shen Xingzhu's true identity, turns out he was the victim!

Shen Meinan suddenly realized, and then became somewhat annoyed. It seems that what he said about calculating the heavenly secrets was also a lie.

Is there anything true about this person?

Shen Meinan kicked the water angrily, feeling that she had been played by him, but at the same time, she felt that his serious and deceptive appearance was strangely charming...

Chen Kuang roughly understood the power that Shen Xingzhu's Primordial Spirit could exert, nodded, and said in a low voice, "How long do you want me to protect her? I can't be with her all the time, and I don't think you would want that either."

Shen Xingzhu pondered and said, "I will tell you when the time is right."

Shen Meinan, who heard this, became unhappy, "I won't go back. Can't I just follow him?"

Shen Xingzhu's voice was soft but stern, "Do you know what he is doing?"

Shen Meinan suddenly paused and turned to look at Chen Kuang.

Chen Kuang smiled and said, "I'm going to take the Liang Kingdom Queen out of the control of the Zhou people. It's too dangerous to follow me. Listen to your sister."

Although your sister is extremely cunning, it seems that she is really good to you.

Shen Meinan bit her lip and said firmly, "I'm not afraid."

Chen Kuang sighed.

He originally wanted to grasp Shen Xingzhu's weakness, but it seems that he has gotten himself into a little trouble.

Chen Kuang helplessly said, "Follow me for now and meet up with the other three. We have plenty of time to consider whether to stay together or split up."

He sat in the middle of the turtle shell, placed the qin on his lap, patted the turtle's head, urging it to swim faster.

"Let's go to the Wild Crossing."

Chen Kuang controlled the direction of the turtle, creating waves in the water, giving off a leisurely and contented vibe.

After a while...

"By the way, Fairy, are you willing to let your Primordial Spirit be controlled by others without any other requirements from me?"

Chen Kuang's gaze on the water's surface flickered, and seemingly casually asked.

I can't do it... I really can't do it. I'll make up for it in a few days. Red Bean Paste, signing off (bows).

(End of this chapter)