King of Hundred Victories Saber

Chapter 505: Chapter 179: Seven Dragon Steps Shatter the Five Poisons, Shi Feiyang Commands the Wicked

In the late spring season, the warm sun pours down, and a gentle breeze carries the enchanting scent of flowers, flowing freely throughout the land.

The azure sky resembles clear crystal, with soft white clouds leisurely drifting, either like fluffy cotton or agile flying birds, light and unrestrained.

The sunlight cascades down unreservedly, covering all things in the world with a layer of soft golden glow.

The leaves rustle in the breeze, flickering with a warm green sheen, as if humming a hymn of spring.

After Shi Feiyang slew those rebels opposing Shi Ying, he invited ”Iron Palm” Wu Zhong, ”Divine Archer” Miao Menlong, ”Plum Blossom Dart” Shan Zhi, and ”Flying Eagle Detective” Xie Wen into the cave for tea. The heroes of the Heroic Sakura Association were so formidable that no one dared provoke them anymore.

They quietly sat at a stone table, boiling water for tea, watching the disciples of the Celestial Demon Sect carry away the bodies and clean up.

Shi Ying finally solidified her position within the Celestial Demon Sect. She meticulously dressed, her black outfit accentuating her graceful figure.

With a heart full of gratitude and nostalgia, she gracefully walked towards Shi Feiyang, her steps light yet carrying a hint of nervousness.

When reaching Shi Feiyang, Shi Ying slightly tilted her head, her gaze sincere and passionate, and said, ”Grand Squad Leader Shi, I don’t know how to express this debt of gratitude. If not for you, I would have long perished, and the Celestial Demon Sect would have fallen into irreparable ruin. Your immense grace is something Shi Ying will never forget.”

Her voice was gentle, her eyes locked onto Shi Feiyang, as if trying to imprint his image deep into her heart.

Shi Feiyang slightly nodded, a gentle smile on his face, waving his hand, he said, ”Master Shi, you speak too highly. Drawing the sword to help when seeing injustice is what I ought to do. Besides, we joined forces to fight against the treacherous, making us comrades in battle, no need for such formality.”

His gaze also fell upon Shi Ying, and in his eyes was a trace of indistinguishable tenderness, like the warm sun of spring, warming the heart.

In the moment their eyes met, everything around them seemed to have stopped, even the breeze quietly paused.

In their exchanged glances, affection sparked quietly like the flames of spring, burning ever brighter, yet both tacitly leaving it unspoken.

Within that meeting of eyes, countless unspoken words seemed to flow, their mutual feelings gradually clarified in the silent gaze.

Shi Feiyang clasped his hands in salute, bowing slightly towards Shi Ying, then turned and returned to Flying Tiger Pass to handle affairs at the Heroic Sakura Association.

In the days that followed, although Shi Ying was busy reorganizing the Celestial Demon Sect, the figure of Shi Feiyang lingered in her mind like a shadow.

Every time late at night, she sat alone by the window, moonlight like water spilling over her shoulder. Shi Feiyang’s godlike figure, emanating a grand righteous aura and his bravery and fearlessness when saving her, surged into her heart like the tide, stirring sweet ripples.

Finally, Shi Ying summoned the courage to personally visit the Heroic Sakura Association.

At this time, the generals of the Ming Army, fearing Shi Feiyang and the Heroic Sakura Association’s disciples would steal their credit, only assigned them to defend Flying Tiger Pass, giving no battle tasks to Shi Feiyang. Shi Feiyang enjoyed the leisure, able to accompany his three pregnant wives, Gong Simeng, Qi Meizhen, and Bai Zhi.

Some heroes of the Heroic Sakura Association dedicated themselves to developing disciples in Bozhou, opening warehouses and distributing food, rescuing those in distress. Some heroes taught new disciples martial arts, organizing them to rehearse ”Seventeen Stances of Armor Breaking,” ”Six Harmonies Saber Array,” and ”Tiger Fierce Array.”

Shi Feiyang told them that this campaign to suppress the rebellion would take several years. They needed to defend Flying Tiger Pass for many years, so everyone should calm down and practice martial arts, devise battle formations, and prepare well for battle. The brothers could settle and start families near Flying Tiger Pass. If they required money or food support, they should speak up. Ask for money, and they will receive money; ask for food, and they will receive food. As for women, they should find their own. Once they found the right one, Shi Feiyang would hold a grand wedding for them.

On this day, Shi Ying came to Flying Tiger Pass in search of Shi Feiyang.

When Shi Ying stepped into the temporary headquarters of the Heroic Sakura Association at Flying Tiger Pass, Shi Feiyang happened to come out from Unity Hall.

Their eyes met in the air, and in an instant, the entire world seemed to quiet down, leaving only the sound of their pounding hearts.

A flash of surprise crossed Shi Feiyang’s eyes. His mouth curled into a smile as he softly said, ”Master Shi, how have you been?”

That slight smile couldn’t hide the joy in his heart.

Shi Ying’s cheeks were slightly flushed, akin to the first blossoms of a peach flower in spring, softly responding, ”Grand Squad Leader Shi, I came today to thank you once again. Your kindness, I keep in my heart forever.” Her voice was soft with a hint of shyness, making her flushed cheeks even more charming in the sunlight.

Shi Ying handed over a delicate brocade box. Inside was a precious martial arts manual, carefully selected from the Celestial Demon Sect’s treasury. ”Grand Squad Leader Shi, this is a small token of my appreciation. I hope you will accept it.”

Her eyes were full of expectation, hoping this gift could convey her gratitude and affection.

Shi Feiyang accepted the brocade box, feeling Shi Ying’s sincerity, and nodded with a smile, ”Master Shi, you are too courteous. There’s no need for such formality between us.” His smile was warm, and the tenderness in his gaze almost overflowed.

After that, Shi Ying often invited Shi Feiyang to meet, under the guise of exchanging martial arts skills.

One time, the two sparred in a secluded valley.

The valley was lush with green trees, wildflowers blooming wantonly, as vibrant butterflies danced among the flowers.

Shi Ying showcased the Celestial Demon Sect’s ”Celestial Star Swordsmanship,” her movements agile, her techniques fierce. She was like a butterfly dancing mid-air, yet also like a nimble swimming snake — each movement was filled with power and grace.