Ex-Wife is a Big Villainess
Chapter 354 - 204: Dragon Slaying Sword!

Chapter 354: Chapter 204: Dragon Slaying Sword!

"You’re talking nonsense!" Murong Nan’s usually refined and gentle demeanor had vanished, replaced by eyes bulging with barely contained rage. His body trembled slightly from anger as his bloodshot eyes seemed ready to burst from their sockets.

He coughed low a few times, attempting to cover his body with tattered rags.

What cricket?

Even if I’m not leading the pack, I have nothing to do with crickets, alright?

Jiang Shouzhong smiled and said, "I’m just telling it like it is. If you have the ability, let everyone see for themselves whether you’re a cricket or not. I saw everything clearly."

As he spoke, Jiang Shouzhong deliberately shouted to the crowd, "Did any of you see a cricket?"

The crowd exchanged glances.

To be honest, they were so shocked by the scene before them that they couldn’t care less about spotting crickets.

After Jiang Shouzhong had severely injured Zhang Lanlan of the Great Profound Sect Master Complete Realm, the crowd still hadn’t recovered from their astonishment before Murong Nan was swiftly and messily defeated.

It’s true that Jiang Shouzhong took advantage and didn’t give Murong Nan a fair chance to show his skills.

But, defeat is defeat.

No one would have believed such an outcome if they hadn’t seen it with their own eyes.

For a moment, the complex looks directed at Jiang Shouzhong spoke volumes.

"You—" Murong Nan felt an insufferable pressure weighing on his chest, as if suffocating under a massive stone.

He was desperate to pull away the rags and show everyone that he was no cricket.

He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and, fuming with anger, said to the dazed Fang Maoshan, "Fang, get me some clothes; I want another fight with him!"

Murong Nan was not satisfied.

If it hadn’t been for the other’s unexpectedly swift defeat of Zhang Lanlan, which had momentarily stunned him, he would never have faced such humiliation.

Fang Maoshan was still in a daze when Xing Shuang’er loudly ordered the servants, "Hurry and prepare a set of clothes for Murong! And have the maid help the bruised Zhang Lanlan to the back courtyard for healing."

The woman’s voice trembled slightly.

The situation had completely exceeded her expectations.

She had considered the possibility that Jiang Shouzhong was hiding his skill and could defeat Zhang Lanlan, but she had never expected Murong Nan, a famous prodigy of the Capital, to be beaten down.

Since Murong Nan wanted to fight, let there be another fight.

"Enough!" Ran Qingchen suppressed the tumultuous emotions in his heart, took a deep look at Jiang Shouzhong, and said coldly, "You lost, accept it. There’s no need to shame yourself further. Fang, your wife just said that if Jiang Mo defeats these two, Zhao Ziheng will be released. Please honor her promise."

"This... this..." Fang Maoshan, drenched in sweat, didn’t know what to do.

He couldn’t help but resent his wife. What was she thinking, making such a promise?

Xing Shuang’er’s face was pale as she forced a smile and said, "Lord Ran, Murong did not admit defeat. He wants another fight, so why not let them—"

Whoosh! The Cutting Love Sword was drawn from its sheath.

Ran Qingchen pointed the sword at the couple, his voice cold as ice, "I don’t have time to waste with you. Will you hand over the person or not?"

"Wait!" During the tense standoff, a limping old servant slowly made his way from the mountain’s sword forest.

The old servant greeted everyone with a bow before turning to Fang Maoshan and saying, "Fang, the master says the Blood Sword Pool is open, and the Dragon Slaying Sword along with the Sword Array can be given."

Fang Maoshan trembled all over.

The old servant turned to Ran Qingchen with a smile, "I am Mo Bailing, and I hope Lord Ran will show some leniency. Allow me to speak with Jiang for a moment. If Jiang agrees, there will be plenty of time for Lord Ran to dismantle our Famous Sword Villa."

"Yama Sword, Mo Bailing?" Ran Qingchen’s expression shifted slightly as he heard the name.

A decade ago, there was a swordsman in Jianghu known for his volatile nature and unfathomable swordsmanship, who left many experts dead in his wake. There was a saying that seeing Mo Bailing’s sword was akin to seeing the King of Hell himself.

Afterward, he became known as the "Yama Sword."

Subsequently, he challenged Yan Changqing, disdaining the latter’s title of Sword Demon, and after the duel, he vanished without a trace.

Who would have thought such a renowned swordsman would end up as a servant at Famous Sword Villa?

Ran Qingchen’s face underwent several changes, but eventually, he sheathed his sword, saying coldly, "Regardless, Famous Sword Villa owes us an explanation."

Mo Bailing nodded with a smile, stepped in front of Jiang Shouzhong, and bowed, his voice warm, "Jiang, the swordsmanship you used just now, it must be the Sword Demon’s ’Greedy Life’ swordsmanship, right?"

The old servant’s words sent shockwaves through the crowd.

In an instant, the gazes fixed on Jiang Shouzhong were no longer merely filled with awe and fear but also envy, astonishment, and jealousy... a complex mix of emotions.

The Greedy Life Swordsmanship was the Sword Demon’s signature technique, never shared with outsiders.

With Jiang Shouzhong using it now, it was clear he was the disciple of the Sword Demon, no wonder he had the confidence to demand an explanation.

Ran Qingchen’s eyes were wide with shock.

As a sword cultivator, Yan Changqing was a mountain that all swordsmen aspired to climb. Ran Qingchen was no exception.

Although his own mother was once the renowned Unparalleled Sword Immortal, he lacked any memories of her. Therefore, he held great reverence for the Sword Demon who still walked the earth, regrettably without ever having had the chance to meet him.

Though Jiang and Xia He knew that Yan Changqing had taken Jiang Shouzhong on as his disciple, they hadn’t spread the news widely nor had they told Ran Qingchen. At this moment, upon learning that her husband was actually the disciple of the Sword Demon, the woman felt a rush of complex emotions that she couldn’t quite describe.

This feeling was akin to everyone knowing her husband was a treasure, except for herself.

"Indeed, are you and my master friends?"

From Ran Qingchen’s reaction, Jiang Shouzhong guessed that the old servant before him was no ordinary person. Hence, he reigned in his previously arrogant demeanor, reverting to his usual gentle and modest attitude.

A true man knows when to bow and when to stand tall.

When faced with a formidable person, it’s best to avoid confrontation if possible, to be submissive if necessary... This was a survival tip taught to him by Yan Changqing.

Mo Bailing shook his head, "This humble servant can hardly claim the honor of calling Mr. Yan a friend. Jiang, the grudge between your family’s third young master and you three months ago was indeed his fault. However, Mr. Yan had given him some guidance back then, so I presume Mr. Yan holds some expectations for our third young master.

Jiang, could you perhaps overlook this matter just once? After our third young master finishes his seclusion, we can resolve your grievance. To compensate, you are welcome to choose any divine weapon from the Famous Sword Villa’s Sword Storing Pavilion at your leisure."

The words of the old servant instantly ignited a fiery gleam in the eyes of those around.

The most famous aspect of Famous Sword Villa was that all of their forged weapons were of high quality, and the divine weapons in the Sword Storing Pavilion were even more exquisite. Just any one of them, if it made its way into the Jianghu, could trigger a serious scramble amongst many.

Jiang Shouzhong frowned slightly, his expression turning somewhat chilly, "Does the elder believe that I, Jiang Mo, am someone greedy for treasures and wealth? Do you think a divine weapon can serve to humiliate and dismiss me?"

Mo Bailing was startled, not expecting such a reaction.

After all, the smile that usually spread across the faces of those who heard about receiving a divine weapon was like blooming chrysanthemums.

But considering that the other party was a disciple of Yan Changqing, his moral character was naturally lofty.

Just as Mo Bailing was about to explain, Jiang Shouzhong held up two fingers and spoke in a low voice, "Two, give me two divine weapons, and I’ll set aside my grievances with Fang for now. Another time, I shall seek further instruction."

Mo Bailing’s mouth hung open, speechless for a long moment.

Well now, that’s rather greedy of him, even calling him "Fang" as if they were close.

Mo Bailing glanced towards the sword forest behind the mountain, his ears twitching as if listening to someone’s message transmission, and then reluctantly nodded with a smile, "Alright, two it is. Does Jiang wish to accompany this old man to the Sword Storing Pavilion now to choose, or would you prefer to do so after obtaining the Dragon Slaying Sword?"

Jiang Shouzhong’s eyes lit up, "Hearing this, does it mean you also intend to give me the Dragon Slaying Sword? Since that’s the case, then my grievance with Fang can be discussed, such as offering me several more divine weapons. After all, continual reprisal won’t end the enmity, and transforming weapons of war into gifts of peace isn’t bad either."

Mo Bailing’s face twitched a couple of times.

This Yan Changqing, what kind of disciple had he taken on?

Mo Bailing patiently explained, "The Dragon Slaying Sword is a divine weapon from the Blood Sword Pool, and as per the rules of Famous Sword Villa, divine weapons from the Blood Sword Pool are to be given, never lent.

A sword also has a heart, a spirit. Lending a sword is to defile it. Hence, anyone who comes seeking to borrow a sword, we will directly give it to them.

But on the condition that they can pass through three tests.

If the tests are passed, it proves that they are the true master of the sword, and we shall gift it without charge."

Three tests?

Upon hearing this, Jiang Shouzhong knew that these tests must be difficult; otherwise, the divine weapons of Famous Sword Villa would have been given away long ago.

But since he was here, he might as well give it a try.

After all, Yeying sister had said to collect as many treasures as possible, as they might be useful in the future.

Jiang Shouzhong nodded and said, "Alright then, I’ll first try to obtain the Dragon Slaying Sword, and afterwards I’ll head to your Sword Storing Pavilion to pick out divine weapons."

"Good."

The debacle was smoothed over, and Mo Bailing also let out a sigh of relief.

He said to everyone present, "Today you have all come to borrow the Dragon Slaying Sword, but as per the rules of Famous Sword Villa, swords are to be given, not lent. Whoever among you can pass the three tests may take the Dragon Slaying Sword and will also receive the Dragon Slaying Sword Formation as an additional gift."

"May I ask Master Mo, what are these three tests?"

The one speaking was the monk from Vajra Temple, Master Yuantong.

This fellow had been rather inconspicuous up until this point. As soon as he spoke out, he attracted everyone’s attention, and only then did they remember there was still a monk present.

Mo Bailing said with a smile, "Gentlemen, once you reach the sword forest, you will naturally be aware. However, I assure you, there are no dangers to life. Those who prefer not to be tested may wish to wait in the main hall."

The several people looked at each other and expressed their willingness to take the challenge.

They had come to obtain the sword, and since there was no risk to life, naturally they wanted to give it a try.

At this moment, the most aggrieved of all was undoubtedly Murong Nan.

He had been thinking about another fight to save face, but now everyone was ignoring him.

To ignore him was one thing, but at least provide him with some clothes first. He too wanted to take the test, certainly not with his backside bare through the three challenges.

It was a good thing that the maidservants brought over new clothes in time to save him from embarrassment.

Under Mo Bailing’s lead, everyone set off for the sword forest behind the mountain.

Jiang Shouzhong stealthily approached Ran Qingchen, saying with a smile, "I asked for two divine weapons, one of which is for you. After the tests, you can come with me to the Sword Storing Pavilion to choose."

"I don’t need it!"

The woman kept her face stern and her tone chilly as she quickened her steps, widening the gap between them.

Watching her graceful retreating figure, Jiang Shouzhong scratched his head, quite puzzled, "Why is she suddenly angry again?"

The heart of a woman is difficult to fathom.

Jiang Shouzhong glanced at Murong Nan whose face was clouded over and approached him with a smile, "Murong Ququ, don’t be discouraged. We’ll find another opportunity to spar, perhaps setting up a stage in the Capital."

"Fine, but you said it. Also, stop calling me Ququ!"

Murong Nan gritted his teeth.

I am at least two centimeters taller, alright?

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