Seeing Lu Zian's expression, the one-eyed man could guess what he was thinking. He waved his hand and said, "You don't have to think about that anymore. When you return to Tai Island, your master will teach you the same stepping technique. You might not lose to him. As long as you can settle down and practice these things well, when you return again, you might not lose to him!"

Lu Zian clenched his fists and said solemnly, "It's not a matter of 'might,' I definitely won't lose to him. Next time I come to the Mainland, it will be the time to take his life!"

Seeing Lu Zian like this, the one-eyed man nodded in satisfaction and said, "Good, then you head back to Tai Island first."

"Aren't you coming back with me?" Lu Zian asked curiously.

"I'm not going back yet!" The one-eyed man shook his head and said, "The Bloody Monk has appeared and has even found the Murderer's Knife and Murderer's Manual. This is a great threat now. I must stay here to see what he intends to do. If possible, I cannot let him ally with the people from the Hong Alliance. Otherwise, it won't be easy for us to enter the Mainland again!"

"I think the Bloody Monk is unlikely to ally with the Hong Alliance." Lu Zian said, "The Bloody Monk is extremely arrogant, and he wants to monopolize the opportunity of the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates opening this time. Why would he cooperate with the Hong Alliance? The people from the Hong Alliance are also extremely arrogant and would definitely not let an outsider take their opportunity!"

"That was in the past, things might be different now." The one-eyed man said solemnly, "Helian Tiehua is even preparing to propose marriage at Xihang Shen Family Manor, which shows that the Hong Alliance is now trying to win over any power they can. We must not underestimate this matter. If Helian Tiehua truly manages to recruit either Shen Tianjun or the Bloody Monk, it would be an absolute trouble for us!"

Lu Zian nodded slowly. Masters like the Five Unmatches of the World are already rare. If Helian Tiehua really managed to recruit any of them, it would indeed be a troublesome matter for the Twelve Green Halls.

"In that case, I'll head back first!" Lu Zian said, "You're on your own in the Mainland, make sure to take care!"

"Hahaha..." The one-eyed man laughed heartily and said loudly, "Rest assured, even if I'm alone in the Mainland, no one can harm me."

After sending off Lu Zian, the one-eyed man didn't pause and chased after Ye Qing heading toward Xihang Shen Family Manor.

After being intercepted by Lu Zian on the road once, Ye Qing instead felt no worries. Previously, he was concerned that Lu Zian might launch a sneak attack, but since Lu Zian was defeated, who else dared to come after him? Therefore, on this journey, Ye Qing wasn't in a hurry. At every stop, he would first inquire about the whereabouts of Huangfu Ziyu, asking if anyone nearby had seen her. Even if he couldn't get news of Huangfu Ziyu, he would take time along the way to practice that stepping technique, feeling its increasing usefulness.

Driving from Shenchuan City to Xi Hang would only take one day. However, Ye Qing took a full three days to make the trip. Firstly, he wasn't in a hurry; secondly, he was asking around for Huangfu Ziyu's whereabouts all the way, which caused some delay.

Nevertheless, these three days weren't fruitless for Ye Qing. At least, he had gradually become familiar with that stepping technique. Although practicing it was still somewhat challenging, he could now execute a couple of steps. Coupled with the swordsmanship, Ye Qing increasingly felt that this stepping technique was incredibly marvelous, truly turning decay into magic.

Because of this, when passing through a city, Ye Qing specifically went into the city and bought a longsword to put in the car, specifically for practicing the swordsmanship. Of course, the sword bought now was the type without a sharpened edge, mainly for ornamental purposes, and couldn't compare with Ye Qing's Seven-Star Ancient Sword. In fact, its sharpness couldn't even match a sharpened machete. However, it was sufficient for practice, as it wasn't intended for combat.

Three days later, Ye Qing finally arrived outside Xi Hang. The current Xi Hang was still peaceful, unaffected by the turmoil in Shenchuan City. Even the Twelve Green Halls hadn't encroached upon Xi Hang. After all, the Southern Fist King Shen Tianjun personally occupied this place, so the people from the Twelve Green Halls dared not provoke the Southern Fist King Shen Tianjun!

Arriving here, Ye Qing couldn't help but feel emotional. Previously, he could see Huangfu Ziyu here, but this time, he couldn't see her, leaving him feeling empty inside. Moreover, for Ye Qing, the most awkward thing was going to the Shen Family to meet Shen Qingyi. He had already completely tied things with Huangfu Ziyu, making things impossible with Shen Qingyi. However, the feelings he once had for Shen Qingyi were not easily erased. And, after all, that little girl was still deeply in love with Ye Qing!

Recalling this matter, Ye Qing let out a bitter smile, turned to Li Bing'en beside him, and asked, "What should I say to Qingyi when I see her?"

"Hehehe..." Li Bing'en laughed foolishly again, seemingly not understanding Ye Qing's words.

"Ah, being like you is the best, carefree every day, not worrying about anything." Ye Qing sighed, pondered for a moment, and said, "No matter what, I have to find her and explain things clearly. Since I'm now with Ziyu, I must be responsible for her, right?"

Li Bing'en only responded with a silly laugh, naturally remaining silent to Ye Qing's question.

"Hehe..." Seeing him like this, Ye Qing couldn't help but chuckle, then drove towards Shen Family Manor in the suburbs. Shen Family Manor was in the suburbs, so there was no need to enter the city district.

After circling around the West Hangzhou City District for about a third, Ye Qing arrived at a small town thirty kilometers away from Shen Family Manor. By then, it was already noon, and the aroma of dishes floated all around. Li Bing'en, sitting beside him, had his stomach growling loudly.

They had eaten breakfast very early in the morning, and after six hours without food, they were naturally hungry. Although the remaining distance was thirty kilometers, it was all small roads where vehicles were difficult to drive through. Even with only thirty kilometers, driving would take more than an hour, so when they reached Shen Family Manor, it would be past two in the afternoon, and likely no food would be available. Therefore, Ye Qing stopped in this small town and found a restaurant, intending to fill their stomachs before headed to Shen Family Manor.

There weren't many people in the restaurant; there were only two tables of guests. However, these two groups of guests were almost facing each other, each staring at the other, creating an odd atmosphere inside the restaurant.

Just upon entering, Ye Qing recognized someone familiar. Among those sitting at one of the tables, one person looked extremely familiar. After a closer look, Ye Qing suddenly remembered the man's identity, one of Ao Yangrong's apprentices. When Ao Yangrong led people to challenge at Liaoshen City Li Family, among the apprentices, there was such a person.

But why was this person here? Furthermore, who were the people beside him? Since this guy was a disciple of Northern Martial Zen, could it be that the ones next to him were also from Northern Martial Zen?

Ye Qing felt a mixture of surprise and alertness. Regardless of whether these people were from Northern Martial Zen, that person certainly recognized him and Li Bing'en. Now that they were here, trouble couldn't be avoided.

Ye Qing intended to leave with Li Bing'en; however, Li Bing'en happily walked into the restaurant and sat at the table right between the two groups. Consequently, both parties immediately focused all their attention on him.

Ao Yangrong's apprentice saw Li Bing'en, his face changing noticeably, then he saw Ye Qing and became even more shocked. But he quickly regained composure and whispered something in the ear of a young man sitting in the center, who turned his eyes towards Ye Qing, scanning him up and down with animosity.

Seeing people from this side looking at Ye Qing, those at the opposite table also turned their attention to Ye Qing, their eyes filled mostly with curiosity. This group also had a young man as their leader, who appeared to be more curious about Ye Qing, seemingly trying to guess what drew the other group's attention to him.

Initially, Ye Qing wanted to leave with Li Bing'en, but since both groups were now focused on him, there was no point in leaving. Rather, leaving the restaurant now might be interpreted as fleeing in fear. Thus, he'd rather stay, sit down beside Li Bing'en, and ordered some dishes from the waiter.

Ye Qing and Li Bing'en sat in the middle, with Ao Yangrong's apprentice's group mainly focusing on them. Because the group was like this, the opposite group also focused all their attention on Ye Qing and Li Bing'en, trying to figure out their identities.

Li Bing'en, being rather foolish, paid no attention to their gaze, merely holding his chopsticks happily waiting for the food. Ye Qing sat in the middle, feeling somewhat awkward, as he was being watched by over a dozen people. Nonetheless, he ignored these people and just sat there, adhering to the principle: if the enemy doesn't move, I won't move.

This continued for about ten minutes, and finally, the dishes for Ye Qing's side arrived. Seeing no movement from the other groups, Ye Qing didn't bother; he began eating with Li Bing'en.

Despite everyone in the room silently watching, Ye Qing and Li Bing'en continued to eat vigorously. After finishing the meal, Ye Qing paid the bill and left the restaurant with Li Bing'en amid their gazes.

As Ye Qing and Li Bing'en drove away, Ao Yangrong's apprentice's group immediately stood up and followed suit.

Seeing them leave, the opposite group also followed out, as if they were competing, both groups trailing after Ye Qing.