So, after some careful consideration, Taihao decided to let Koji Yi leave first. He instructed Lu Yi to go to Meng Yingshan to find the woman who had been captured by Duogui, to see if she was safe and willing to leave Meng Yingshan. This is Taihao's test of Kojiyi, and it is also an explanation he has given to himself.

After hearing this, a determined glint flashed in his eyes. He is well aware of his great responsibility, and he also understands that this is Master's trust and expectation of him. Without the slightest hesitation, he immediately packed his bags and prepared to embark on the journey to Meng Ying Mountain.

Taihao looked at the back of Koji Yi leaving, and his heart was full of expectations and blessings. He knew that this time the separation was for a better reunion. When he meets again, it will be a different story.

Tai Hao, a middle-aged warrior in his forties, has lived in Wurong City for more than half a year. Time flies, but it has not worn away his calm temperament and deep eyes. His face is like an ancient stone tablet that has gone through wind and rain, engraved with vicissitudes and stories. His name once set off a storm on the rivers and lakes, but now he is like a hidden master, silently guarding the tranquility of the party in the remote corner of Wurong City.

Xu Yuan, this flower-like girl, is sixteen years old and in the prime of her youth. Her eyes always flashed with endless love and curiosity for martial arts. Every day, she follows Taihao like a shadow, like a bird eager to fly, eager to absorb more martial arts essence from this martial arts master.

Half a year has been flowing slowly between Taihao and Xu Yuan. Those days and nights of getting along are like a long stream of water, infiltrating their hearts bit by bit. Taihao not only taught Xu Yuan profound martial arts skills, but also integrated the true meaning of martial arts and the philosophy of life into every guidance and teaching. His words and deeds are like spring breeze and rain, moisturizing things silently.

And Xu Yuan, in this day-to-day practice, gradually comprehended the mystery of martial arts. Her martial arts are becoming more and more sophisticated, and more importantly, her soul has become more tenacious and mature under the influence of Taihao. She looked at Taihao's calm back, and couldn't help but feel a little admiration and attachment in her heart.

However, as time passed, the emotions between them also changed imperceptibly. The respect and affection between master and apprentice gradually evolved into a deeper emotion. Tai Hao looked at Xu Yuan's growing figure, and an indescribable emotion surged in his heart. And Xu Yuan also began to have feelings for this calm uncle that surpassed that of master and apprentice.

However, they both understand that the age gap and identity background between them are all gaps across their emotional path. Taihao's former identity in the rivers and lakes is like an insurmountable mountain, making them unable to face each other's emotions calmly.

However, the power of emotions is always hard to resist. Whenever night falls and the starry sky is shining, Tai Hao and Xu Yuan will always sit side by side on the stone steps of the mansion, looking at the starry sky, and they have their own thoughts in their hearts. Their hands always touched each other inadvertently, and at that moment, it was as if the whole world stood still.

However, Taihao knew that he had to defend his inner defense. He couldn't let this emotion continue to ferment, otherwise, it would only bring endless pain and trouble to the two of them. So, he began to psychologically cut off the emotional distance from Xu Yuan, trying to bury this emotion deep in his heart and never let it see the light.

However, how can emotions be so easily discarded? The emotional entanglement between Taihao and Xu Yuan is like the changes in Wurong City, sometimes calm as water, sometimes turbulent. Will they be able to overcome the barriers and come together? All this is still unknown.

Two months later, on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month, Wurong City, a small border city that was originally quiet, ushered in an unprecedented natural disaster.

At first, dark clouds surged up in the sky, spreading like splashes of ink, and the whole sky was darkened. The oppressive aura enveloped the city, making people breathless. The wind, at first, was only gently blowing, with a hint of coolness, but in the blink of an eye, it became wild, like a wild horse that had escaped from the reins, raging in every corner of Wurong City.

The trees on both sides of the street swayed in the wind, and the branches and leaves were torn apart, making a terrible whistling sound, as if telling of endless pain. The tiles on the eaves scattered and splashed under the raging wind, making a crisp cracking sound, like broken strings, playing a tragic music.

Suddenly, a bolt of lightning pierced the sky, like a silver dragon writhing in the darkness, illuminating the gloomy city. Immediately afterward, a deafening thunder rolled in, like the roar of the gods, shaking everyone's heart. The torrential rain followed and poured down like a pour, hitting the rooftops, the ground, and the streets, making a crackling sound, as if it was a symphony of nature playing in the sky above Wurong City.

The rainwater flowed down the streets and soon pooled into small rivers that washed over roads and houses. The rain pouring down from the eaves of the houses forms a curtain of water, making the familiar street unfamiliar and blurred. People hid in their houses, listening to the wind and rain outside, and their hearts were filled with unease and fear.

This storm lasted for three full days and three nights, as if it was about to swallow Wurong City. In this long time, Xu Yuan was very anxious, and her grandfather Xu Tang never returned. She was worried about her grandfather's safety, and her heart was full of endless worries.

After Tai Hao knew about this, his brows tightened, and he guessed that Xu Tang might have encountered an accident in this storm. He was about to go out to look for it, but he saw a familiar figure staggering into the courtyard. It was Xu Tang, his face was pale, his clothes were tattered, and he was obviously seriously injured.

Seeing this, Xu Yuan immediately rushed forward, tears bursting out of her eyes: "Grandpa, what's wrong with you?" She grabbed Xu Tang's hand tightly, for fear that he would disappear again.

Xu Tang barely squeezed out a smile and comforted: "Sister, don't cry, I'm fine." But his voice was weak and trembling, clearly holding on.

Tai Hao stepped forward and carefully examined Xu Tang's injuries, his brows furrowed even tighter. He knew that Xu Tang's injuries were not ordinary injuries and needed immediate treatment.

So, he immediately instructed his family to prepare medicinal herbs and hot water, and he began to heal Xu Tang's injuries. In the process, he gradually learns the truth of the matter. It turned out that Xu Tang encountered a group of mysterious enemies in the storm, and barely escaped after a fierce battle. But the enemy was strong, and Xu Tang also paid the price of serious injuries.

Tai Hao clenched his fists, his eyes flashed with determination, and he asked in a deep voice, "Uncle Shi, who are those who hurt you?" ”

Xu Tang shook his head slightly, with a bitter smile on his face, and he said slowly: "Taihao Xian, I guess they are my old enemies when I was young. Grievances in the rivers and lakes are always difficult to settle. Now, I'm running out of oil ......."

Tai Hao's heart tightened, and he hurriedly interrupted: "Uncle Shi, don't say that!" My nephew has made a lot of miracle doctors in the rivers and lakes, so I'm going to invite them to come, and I will definitely be able to find a way to cure you!" ”

Xu Tang waved his hand gently, a kind smile appeared on his face, and he said softly: "Taihao Xian nephew, you don't need to waste your efforts. The martial arts of those people are extremely ruthless, and the poison in me has penetrated deep into the bone marrow, and there is no skill to return to heaven. My only wish is to entrust you with something. ”

Tai Hao's heart sank, he knew that what Xu Tang said at the moment must be extraordinary, so he replied solemnly: "Uncle Shi, please say, no matter what, my nephew will do his best to complete it!" ”

Xu Tang glanced at him deeply and said slowly: "Sister, she is my only daughter, and she is also the most uncontrollable concern in my heart. I hope you can take care of her for me and protect her from the dangers of the rivers and lakes. ”

After listening to Xu Tang's words, Taihao felt a strong sense of responsibility in his heart. He knew that he had a heavy responsibility, so he replied without hesitation: "Uncle Shi, don't worry, my nephew will definitely treat my nephew as his own and do his best to take care of her and protect her." As long as I still have a breath of air, I will never let her be hurt in the slightest! ”

Xu Tang heard Taihao's answer, and a relieved smile appeared on his face. He knew that the things he entrusted to Taihao would definitely be properly handled. He slowly closed his eyes, as if he was silently praying in his heart for his daughter's future.

That night, the moonlight was bleak and the stars were dim. The Xu Mansion in Wurong City was immersed in solemnity and sorrow. Xu Tang, the once dominant predecessor of the rivers and lakes, finally died due to his injuries.

Taihao was sad at the moment, he knew that Xu Tang's death was a huge loss for the entire Jianghu. In order to remember this senior, he decided to hold an unprecedented grand funeral for Xu Tang.

At the funeral, all the heroes in Wurong City came to mourn, they were either old friends of Xu Tang or had received his favor. The sound of mourning music, the fluttering white flags, and the solemn scene of the whole funeral.

Xu Yu was wearing a plain white filial piety dress, and the tears on her face were not dry. She stood before her father's spirit, her heart filled with endless grief and anger. Whenever people came to mourn, a trace of determination flashed in her eyes, as if telling herself that she wanted to avenge her father.

After the funeral, it was dark at night. Xu Yuan knelt alone in front of her father's grave, and her figure looked particularly lonely in the moonlight. Tai Hao walked over, patted her shoulder gently, and said, "Xu Yuan, the festival is smooth." ”

Xu Yuan raised her head, her eyes flashed with determination, and she said to Taihao: "Big brother, I want to avenge my grandfather." ”

Tai Hao's heart froze, he knew that Xu Yuan's mood at the moment was complicated, both missing his father and being angry with his enemies. He sighed and said, "Xu Yuan, revenge is not an easy thing. We don't even know who the enemy who killed our uncle is, so how can we take revenge? ”

Xu Yuan bit her lower lip tightly, a trace of stubbornness flashed in her eyes, and she said, "Big brother, I believe that Skynet is magnificent, negligent but not leaky." As long as we investigate with our hearts, we will find the enemy one day. When the time comes, I must kill them with my own hands to avenge my grandfather! ”

Tai Hao looked at Xu Yuan's firm eyes, and couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration in his heart. He knew that the young girl had grown up, and she was no longer the little girl who needed his protection. He nodded and said, "Okay, Xu Yuan, I will help you find out this matter together." But promise me that you must protect yourself and not let hatred blind you. ”

Xu Yuan nodded heavily, she knew that the responsibility on her shoulders was heavier. However, she also believes that she will be able to complete this task and avenge her father.

Little did they know that those ruthless killers would take the initiative to come to the door, as if fate had tricked them to stage this bloody revenge in advance. On the third day after the funeral, the tranquility of the Xu family's mansion was broken by a group of uninvited guests, and those villains, like wolves entering a flock of sheep, arrogantly broke into this once peaceful place.

At that time, Tai Hao and Xu Yuan were practicing martial arts in the backyard, the sound of swords colliding was crisp and pleasant, and their expressions were focused, as if they were isolated from the world. Suddenly, a cry of terror pierced the silence: "Oh no, no, miss, a group of thugs have broken in!" A housekeeper came running panting, his face full of horror.

Tai Hao and Xu Yuan glanced at each other, and a trace of solemnity flashed in their eyes. They immediately put away their weapons and hurried towards the gate. I saw that the "Nine Sons of the Dragon" and the "Four Little Ghosts" were acting recklessly in the house, and the family members fled in all directions, and there was chaos. Seeing this, Tai Hao and Xu Yu were furious in their hearts, and they rushed forward without hesitation and started a fierce fight with those villains.

The swords intersected, sparks flew everywhere, and the two sides came and went, and the fight was inextricable. After a fierce battle, the two sides finally stood still, panting and facing each other. Tai Hao's eyes were like torches, and he asked coldly: "You came here to kill the family members in the house, what is the so-called thing?" ”

Prisoner Niu, as the leader of the "Nine Sons of the Dragon", he sneered and said, "Taihao, I haven't seen you for a long time, your skills have really increased greatly." There was a hint of coldness and disdain in his voice.

Tai Hao snorted coldly and said, "I didn't expect you to collude with scum like the 'Four Little Ghosts'. ”

The prison cow smiled disappreciatively: "In this river and lake, only interests are eternal. We all have the same purpose, and naturally we should join forces. ”

Ghost Ye, as the eldest of the "Four Little Ghosts", he added in a weird manner: "Brother Prisoner Niu is very right. Taihao, you've been hiding here, like a turtle with a shrunken head, it's been almost a year, why haven't you gone out yet! His tone was full of provocation and mockery.

Ongen's face was filled with a smug smile, like a cunning fox showing off its cunning in front of its prey. He squinted at Xu Yuan, the corners of his mouth hooked up a mocking arc, and said slowly: "Do you know that if it weren't for our 'Nine Dragons' and the 'Four Little Ghosts' working together, how could Old Man Xu Tang be easily defeated by us?" ”

When Xu Yu heard this, an indescribable anger and grief surged in her heart. She clenched her fists tightly, her knuckles white from exertion, and her eyes glinted with determination. She glared at the ghost root angrily, and said in a cold but firm voice: "It turns out that it was you gangs of villains who joined forces to kill my grandfather!" ”

Ghost Gen waved his hand disappreciatively, the corners of his mouth hooked up a playful smile, and said, "Little girl, don't talk nonsense." We didn't kill your grandfather directly, we just beat him to a serious injury. His death has nothing to do with us. ”