"It's truly unexpected. The force behind Xiao Man is Yun Qi's Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry." A deep male voice resonated, laced with an undeniable allure. "No wonder he's been fixated on Xiao Man. He's had plenty of dealings with the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry."
"Master, has Xiao Man betrayed Yusheng?"
"If she had betrayed Yusheng, Nangong Yu would surely be the first to not let her off." The man said softly. "I'm very curious how Xiao Man managed to subdue this cavalry. With this cavalry, Xiao Man would have enough capability to challenge Nangong Yu."
"I fear it's not that she subdued the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry, but that the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry is using her to achieve some unspeakable goal."
"It's possible. After all, many people don't believe that the Empress Dowager of Yun Qi is truly dead."
"Master, should we continue to follow her?"
"No need. I merely wanted to know who was helping Xiao Man from behind the scenes. Now I know." The man's voice held a hint of amusement. "Where is Wen Moyu?"
"She's tracking Xiao Man." The subordinate paused. "Master, Wen Moyu is like a madwoman. Someone like that might ruin things."
"Don't worry. Wen Moyu's eyes are only on Nangong Yu, and her heart only holds the thought of killing Xiao Man. Used wisely, she can become an invincible weapon."
"Master, you want to kill Xiao Man?"
"Heh heh." The man chuckled. "Jiang Yao, why would I kill her? She's a woman I have my eyes on."
"Your subordinate doesn't understand."
"Being too soft-hearted, in the end, is not good." The man said gently. "And the Wen siblings are the tools I use to temper her."
"Aren't you afraid the Prince of Qin will get there first?" Jiang Yao asked cautiously. After all, Xiao Man was very close to the Prince of Qin, and their master had been consistently patient. If Xiao Man fell for the Prince of Qin, wouldn't it all be in vain?
"The Emperor will not allow Xiao Man to marry the Prince of Qin. Among the many princes, only Nangong Yu absolutely will not marry Xiao Man!" The man's voice was full of certainty. Let the Prince of Qin pave the way for Xiao Man; the final fruits of victory would be his!
"Your subordinate is worried that Xiao Man will fall in love with the Prince of Qin."
The man was silent for a moment, then laughed, his laughter filled with a sense of resignation. "Jiang Yao, feelings have never been important. Who she likes doesn't matter. What matters is that she can become the sharp sword in my hand."
Wen Moyu's face was twisted. She had initially thought Xiao Man's words were lies, but now it seemed Xiao Man hadn't lied. She had indeed used unsavory means to get into the Prince of Qin's bed!
"Damn it, damn it!" Wen Moyu yanked a branch beside her, as if it were Xiao Man's tender neck, which could be snapped with just a little more force.
"Miss, the Prince of Qin has arrived. It won't be easy for us to kill Xiao Man. Should we retreat?" the hidden guard beside her asked in a low voice. For some reason, Wen Moyu was determined to kill Xiao Man, yet they had no deep-seated hatred. Why was this person so set on clashing with Xiao Man to the bitter end?
"Does she think that with the Prince of Qin protecting her, she'll be safe and sound?" Wen Moyu grinned, her smile malicious. "The Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry is Xiao Man's aid, but also her death warrant. Don't forget, there's someone who is very fixated on the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry!"
"Miss, are you referring to Yun Qi?"
"The Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry is the guardian deity of Yun Qi. How could the Emperor of Yun Qi possibly allow the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry to fall into the hands of others? No matter how powerful Xiao Man is, she is no match for a sovereign of a nation!" Wen Moyu's smile was ferocious and terrifying. "Xiao Man, your death is imminent!"
Yan Yuqing was feeling very agitated. He had finally found the whereabouts of the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry. As long as he captured Zhan Tianque, he would know Dugu Man's whereabouts. Yet, he had been thwarted by Yu Qianmo again and again!
Yan Yuqing looked at Yu Qianmo, who once again blocked his path, and a surge of anger rose within him. "Yu Qianmo, don't think I won't kill you!"
"Do you think I'm afraid of you?" Yu Qianmo clenched his fists. Zhan Tianque had said that if he captured Yan Yuqing, he would tell him Dugu Man's whereabouts. No matter what, he had to capture Yan Yuqing and hand him over to Zhan Tianque.
"Why are you pestering me? If you want to find your master, go find Zhan Tianque. Why are you looking for me?" Yan Yuqing asked through gritted teeth. He had finally found a clue, only for Yu Qianmo to completely ruin it!
"Don't think I don't know what you're trying to do. You want to find Dugu Man, right?" Yu Qianmo said smugly. "I know where she is, but I will absolutely not tell you!"
"You know?" A flash of ecstasy appeared in Yan Yuqing's eyes. He took two steps forward. "You really know?"
Seeing Yan Yuqing's delighted expression, Yu Qianmo placed his hands on his hips and said smugly, "Of course I know. Otherwise, why do you think I'm here?"
"Where is she?" Yan Yuqing asked excitedly.
"I won't tell you... Ah!" Before Yu Qianmo could finish speaking, he was hit by a heavy punch from Yan Yuqing. He stumbled back a few steps, touched his face, and found it covered in blood. "Yan Yuqing, you demon! You actually dared to hit me! I'll fight you!"
"I'm a demon, and yet you're still causing trouble in my name?" Yan Yuqing snorted coldly and lunged forward again, swinging his fists at Yu Qianmo. "If it weren't for Man Man protecting you, with your meager abilities, you would have been beaten to death long ago. Yet now, you dare to be arrogant in front of me!"
"Beat me to death, such big words! I'd like to see if you have the ability to kill me!"
Dongfang Wei hid in the shadows, watching the two figures fight with all their might, their punches landing with full force. He looked at them with disdain. Both of them had been thoroughly manipulated by Xiao Man, yet they hadn't noticed. But when did Xiao Man get involved with such a person? Yan Yuqing, the true leader of the Demonic Cult, was ruthless and unpredictable. Did Xiao Man dare to provoke someone like him, not fearing how she would die?
Thinking of this, Dongfang Wei's face darkened. Ever since he was forced to be Xiao Man's hidden guard, Xiao Man had been running madly on the path of courting death. She was always seeking death, yet somehow never died. Every time she courted death, she could also eliminate her enemies. That was indeed a skill. Moreover, that woman even dared to provoke Nangong Yu, and after provoking him, she dared to abandon him and run away!
Dongfang Wei glanced at the two locked in a fierce battle again, then looked at the person behind him. "Prepare yourselves. Once they're exhausted, capture them in one fell swoop."
"Young Master, what about Yu Qianmo?"
"Yes, together." Dongfang Wei said coldly. "After capturing them, give them a taste of their own medicine, so they know that crooked ways should be kept to oneself, and they shouldn't linger around me, the Young Master of the Martial Arts Alliance, every day."
The Four Great Vajras twitched their mouths. Young Master, you're taking out your anger at being enslaved by Xiao Man on others! However, they also had no good feelings towards those two. If it weren't for Yu Qianmo, their Young Master wouldn't have been enslaved by Xiao Man. As for Yan Yuqing, he was the true leader of the Demonic Cult and the number one enemy of their righteous path!
"Your subordinate obeys."
Dongfang Wei glanced at the two again and turned to leave, a hint of amusement on his lips. "Xiao Man, I'm becoming more and more curious about you. Next, let this Young Master see, just how much ability you still have, and how many secrets you hide!"