noffsinger Chapter 130 Soul-Suppressing Nail
Chapter 130 Soul-Suppressing Nail
Han Yi and the others found a secluded courtyard on the edge of Fengqiao Town to recuperate. The injuries caused by the Soul-Suppressing Nails would take forty-nine days to completely heal.
The courtyard is surrounded by lush greenery, maintaining a certain distance from other residences, making it exceptionally quiet. The main gate is made of solid wood and features exquisite carvings. Entering the courtyard, a small, charming space comes into view, with bluestone paving the ground, moss growing in the cracks, exuding a rustic charm. A stone table and several stone benches are placed in the courtyard for resting. The surrounding houses are neatly arranged, with white walls and windows inlaid with stained glass, radiating an elegant atmosphere.
The interior was simply yet warmly decorated, with wooden furniture exuding a faint woody fragrance, and the bed was soft and comfortable. My time in Fengqiao Town was peaceful and tranquil.
Han Yi often went to the town to experience its local life, and Su Yao, the security captain, would always accompany him when he went out.
That day, Han Yi prepared to go to town as usual, with Su Yao following behind him expressionlessly.
Han Yi was dressed in a white robe, his posture was upright, his eyes were cold and clear, and he looked even more heroic after experiencing many things.
Su Yao rarely wore a light blue dress, her long hair draped over her shoulders, exuding a cold and aloof aura that made people hesitant to approach her.
The two strolled through the streets of Fengqiao Town, surrounded by the incessant cries of vendors. Han Yi walked casually ahead, amidst the bustling crowd. Su Yao, on the other hand, cautiously observed their surroundings. Their striking appearances drew attention, and bystanders dared only point at them from afar, not daring to approach and speak. Han Yi was quite well-known in the town; everyone knew he was from out of town.
Passing by a jewelry stall, Han Yi unexpectedly stopped. The stall was filled with dazzling jewelry. A light blue hairpin caught Han Yi's eye; the hairpin was a delicate blue, its color warm and refreshing.
The hairpin has a delicate and smooth texture, as if it were made of the finest jade, and it gleams with a soft luster under the sunlight.
The hairpin is meticulously carved into the shape of a blue lotus, with exquisitely layered petals and delicate edge patterns.
A small, dazzling pearl is set in the center of the blue lotus.
The hairpin's tail is slender and elegant, with smooth lines. Fine silver patterns are inlaid in parts of the hairpin, adding a unique charm.
Han Yi's gaze lingered on the hairpin for a long time before he made up his mind and turned to call Su Yao over.
Su Yao walked to his side with a suspicious look in her eyes. Han Yi pretended to be nonchalant and pointed to other jewelry on the stall to distract Su Yao. Taking advantage of her shifting gaze, he quickly picked up the blue hairpin and gently inserted it into Su Yao's hair.
Su Yao was taken aback at first, then realized what was happening. A look of panic flashed across her face. She subconsciously raised her hand to touch the hairpin, but then realized something was wrong and her hand froze in mid-air.
Seeing Su Yao's appearance, Han Yi smiled slightly, his eyes softening, and said softly, "She looks quite pretty."
After saying that, he tossed a gold ingot to the shopkeeper and turned to continue walking.
Su Yao stopped, her heart racing slightly. Her hand unconsciously touched the hairpin, the icy touch making her uneasy.
A moment later, she regained her aloofness and quickly caught up with Han Yi, her hairpin swaying gently in her hair.
Shortly after returning to the courtyard, Su Yao somewhat nervously pried open Han Yi's door, handed him an exquisite dagger, and ran away.
Two days later, Lu Xuefeng came to report to Han Yi that he had heard that an auction house called Jubaozhai in Qingmu City, more than 300 li from Fengqiao Town, had acquired a priceless treasure and would be holding an auction in a few days.
Han Yi listened with great interest and then led his men to Qingmu City.
Han Yi, having lost all his cultivation, had no choice but to travel by carriage. He and Su Yao sat facing each other in the carriage, remaining silent the entire way, only occasionally glancing at the scenery along the roadside.
Su Yao sat opposite him, looking arrogant and indifferent, but she was actually very flustered inside, and her eyes kept glancing at a certain person.
Tuoba Xun'er was different. She chattered as she walked, and when she saw a pretty wildflower by the roadside, she ran over and picked it, waving it around in her hand and muttering, "This flower is so pretty!"
The other members of the Thirteen Heroes stood calmly beside the carriage, glancing around every now and then, remaining vigilant.
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Lu Xuefeng fled ahead like a whirlwind, his heart filled with tension and anxiety.
Not long ago, as he was scouting ahead as usual, he unexpectedly stumbled upon three cultivators at the peak of Core Formation engaging in a bloody massacre.
It was a secluded valley, which Lu Xuefeng had passed by unintentionally. He saw the three people surrounding a group of pitiful cultivators, their eyes gleaming with greed and cruelty.
One of them shouted, "Although you have handed over all your treasures, we are afraid that you will seek revenge in the future, so we have no choice but to kill you all!" The group of cultivators begged for mercy in fear, but the three of them showed no mercy and attacked instantly.
Amidst the flashing blades and splattering swords, blood splattered and screams echoed. One cultivator attempted to resist, but was easily pierced through the chest by one of them and fell to the ground dead. Another was punched in the head, his brains splattering out.
The bloody scene made Lu Xuefeng uncomfortable. It was too late to intervene, especially since the opponents were three Core Formation stage cultivators. He knew he absolutely could not be discovered.
So Lu Xuefeng carefully backed away, trying to slip away quietly.
However, just as he turned around, he accidentally stepped on a dry branch, making a crisp sound.
The three men immediately looked over alertly, their eyes like those of hungry wolves. Lu Xuefeng knew something was wrong and took off running. Under Su Yao's occasional guidance, he had now reached the Great Perfection of the Core Formation stage, and his speed and stamina were vastly different from before.
"Where do you think you're going!" the three roared, giving chase.
Soon, Lu Xuefeng sensed the powerful auras of the three people behind him approaching.
He desperately tried to use his movement skills to create distance, but the three were like maggots clinging to his bones, impossible to shake off.
"Kid, stop obediently, and we might spare your life!" one of them shouted. Lu Xuefeng didn't believe him. He had no chance against three opponents and could only desperately try to escape.
Finally, the three men caught up with him and surrounded him.