Legend of Swordsman

Jian Wushuang didn’t pay attention to him. He suddenly stood up and wiped the sweat from his forehead.

After taking a few deep breaths, he said firmly, “Proceed as planned!”

Then, someone walked out of the shack.

The sky outside hadn’t fully brightened yet. He walked familiarly to a well, drew a bucket of ice-cold water, drank two big mouthfuls with a ladle, and, still unsatisfied, poured some over his head.

Only then did he feel a bit more awake.

He washed his face, finally regaining his spirit.

At this time, when he tried to recall the dream, it had already become blurry.

He didn’t pay it much mind, just thinking he was overthinking.

By now, people were already lining up for food at the shack.

He stepped to the back of the line. Just as he steadied himself, someone kicked him from behind.

“You bastard, your food has already been taken, and you’re still lining up!”

Although Jian Wushuang had some basic martial skills, his current body wasn’t very resistant to blows.

That kick sent him sprawling to the ground. He struggled to get up from the muddy ground and turned to see the furious Yang Madman.

And the thorny short whip at his waist.

With eyes full of killing intent, Jian Wushuang didn’t waste words. He picked up the broken bowl from the ground, and while bending down, a subtle killing intent flashed in his eyes.

Let him jump around for a few more days!

He only had a few days left to live anyway.

Now, he also understood Xiang Yang’s thoughts.

Being bullied by Yang Madman for so long, it was really impossible to let go of this grudge without killing him.

He threw the bowl back into the shack and saw the mud on Xiang Yang’s body, knowing that this guy had also been beaten.

Their food had just been taken away.

But both of them smiled slightly, proving their suspicions were correct.

Recently, because Xiang Yang had been taken care of by Liu Susu, Yang Madman got jealous.

In fact, everyone at the dock had some resentment toward Xiang Yang.

There was no helping it. There were over a hundred people at Chishui Dock, but only two women.

One was monopolized by Liu Ye, and the other was Liu Ye’s adopted daughter.

Usually, just seeing Liu Susu’s face could make the porters, who had never touched a woman, feel delighted.

But when they saw Liu Susu getting close to Xiang Yang and even being gentle with him, their hatred intensified.

Especially Yang Madman, who repeatedly went to Hu San to argue.

He wanted Xiang Yang to rejoin the porters’ ranks.

But Hu San refused every time.

Even without Liu Susu’s inquiry, he directly refused.

This left Xiang Yang and Jian Wushuang somewhat puzzled.

Logically, Hu San and Liu Susu were childhood friends. Hu San should have been the angriest.

But not only was Hu San not angry, he even protected Xiang Yang.

This made Jian Wushuang touch his chin and think to himself, “Could it be that Hu San doesn’t like women?”

He then dismissed this thought.

Morning work was the most exhausting.

This was because three merchant ships had arrived last night.

They had already unloaded two ships by noon.

The afternoon would be a bit easier.

During the unloading process, some of the crew members on the merchant ships were discussing matters concerning Yongcheng. Jian Wushuang intentionally slowed his steps and perked up his ears to listen.

“Sigh, I didn’t expect even the nobles of Yongcheng to start withdrawing. Could it be that the Jiang Kingdom really can’t withstand the annexation by the Yue Kingdom?”

“You don’t know, do you? The young prince of the Yue Kingdom married a princess. This time, the young prince is personally leading troops to attack the Jiang Kingdom. It’s bound to be unstoppable!”

“That’s right. The legendary young prince is a master capable of ascending to the heavens and diving into the earth. He can capture a city in a night and a province in ten days. He’s practically a war god!”

Hearing their conversation made Jian Wushuang raise his eyebrows.

Jian Wushuang had no interest in the battles and killings of mortal kingdoms, but hearing about the young prince’s extraordinary abilities piqued his curiosity.

He couldn’t ask directly, so he carried a sack and intentionally walked past the two men, muttering to himself, “Heh, ascending to the heavens and diving into the earth? What a load of nonsense!”

Provoking them was the best way to get them to talk.

It worked everywhere.

Sure enough, the two crew members immediately glared at him.

Although they were all from the Jiang Kingdom, they genuinely admired the young prince, and they immediately retorted, “You, a mere dock worker, know nothing. Just carry your sack!”

“You could never understand someone like the young prince!” the other crew member also retorted.

Seeing they took the bait, Jian Wushuang intentionally sneered, “What, have you seen him with your own eyes?”

“You really are a stubborn fool. Let me tell you, when my brother and I traveled around, you were still hiding in some hole. Although we haven’t seen the young prince in action, we’ve seen plenty of soldiers fleeing from the front lines in panic. They all say the same thing. Do you think they’re all lying?”

“Alright, alright, don’t waste time with him. The ship captain is treating us to drinks in Qingshan Town later. Let’s get ready and go!”

One of the crew members said in a mocking tone, “That’s right, let’s go enjoy ourselves. No need to waste time with a laborer who will never taste wine in his life!”

After saying that, the two turned and left.

Jian Wushuang stood still for a moment with the sack on his back.

Wine!

He hadn’t had any in a long time.

But soon, very soon, he would leave this wretched place.

At noon.

Xiang Yang was inside with Liu Susu, whispering sweet nothings, looking every bit the part of a nobleman.

In fact, he truly was.

He was skilled in the zither, chess, calligraphy, painting, astronomy, and geography.

Especially after enduring hardship, his fawning manner was even more laughable.

He kept trying to make Liu Susu happy.

Jian Wushuang, holding a cornbread, stood outside the door and coughed lightly, then walked towards his shack.

After a while, Xiang Yang returned to the shack alone.

Entering the room, he took out a piece of pastry from his pocket.

“Made with lard, it smells great!”

Although Jian Wushuang felt disdain, his stomach was honest, and he quickly accepted it.

“So, did you find Hu San?” More than the food, he cared about this.

Xiang Yang sat on the bed and sighed, “I did, but that guy is like a block of wood. I hinted, but he didn’t understand a word. I can’t just directly say we need to kill Yang Madman!”

“I forgot about that!” Jian Wushuang slapped his forehead.

He had forgotten something important.

This was the mortal world.

And this dock was the lowest of the mortal world.

Most people here probably couldn’t even recognize ten characters, let alone write their own names.

Not to mention understanding hidden hints, they likely wouldn’t comprehend them.

“Forget it, I’ll handle this!” Jian Wushuang said helplessly.

Hu San was a decent person and wasn’t on their assassination list.

But dealing with him wouldn’t be easy.

People like him valued loyalty and righteousness.

He was practically Liu Ye’s adopted son.