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To avoid societal judgment, she married Zhong Wanchou, who had waited faithfully for her.
[This girl was born eight months later]
[Heavenly Commentary: Naturally Beautiful]
[Bestowed: Elixir of Youthful Appearance (Forever Young)]
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[Nine Provinces Hundred Flowers Ranking - (tied) 46th place: A Zi, Martial Arts: Second-rate]
[Background: Daughter of Duan Zhengchun, disciple of Ding Chunqiu of the Xingxiu Sect]
If Zhong Ling represents ultimate purity and goodness...
[Azi serves as a stark contrast to this.]
Even the most despicable person has a pitiable side.
Despite being of royal blood, he never enjoyed any honor or privilege.
Fearing the scandal of having a child out of wedlock would be exposed, Ruan Xingzhu cruelly abandoned Azi and her sister. The royal bloodline, who should have been living a life of luxury, was reduced to a wandering orphan while still an infant. Fortunately, a kind person took them in, thus saving their lives.
A life fraught with hardship, her adoptive parents died young, and the young A Zi was forced to wander the martial world once more. Struggling to survive amidst hunger and cold, she was eventually taken in by Ding Chunqiu, the eccentric master of the Xingxiu Sect. Though spared from the ravages of hunger and cold, she was deeply influenced by the Xingxiu Sect's treacherous and insidious ways. Growing up in such circumstances, the girl naturally developed a capricious and ruthless nature.
Yet, she still retained a childlike innocence and stubbornness, and harbored an unconscious softness within. Heaven sighed that "beauty is often accompanied by misfortune, and fate is determined by human will," and bestowed upon her the Heaven-level martial art "Mingyu Gong" as compensation.
The Nine Provinces Hundred Flowers Ranking shimmered, and two beautiful figures appeared out of thin air. Zhong Ling, dressed in flowing green robes, embraced a snow ferret, her smile radiant, her almond-shaped eyes and dimples revealing her innocence. Behind her, A Zi, in flowing purple robes, her satin shoes adorned with beads, her almond-shaped eyes sparkling with captivating charm. Her fair, delicate face and exquisite figure made it difficult to associate her with the rumored venomous heart.
Before the praise of "the gentleness of that lowered head" had even subsided, a voice of pity arose: "The innocent girl is indeed charming, but given Azi's background, how much can we blame her for?"
The entire continent of Kyushu instantly erupted in excitement.
"Alas, beautiful women often have tragic fates; the will of Heaven is unpredictable!"
"Duan Zhengchun is such a heartless man, he's truly despicable! The two women on the list are both his daughters, it's infuriating!"
"This man is utterly disgusting, all he does is sweet talk! It's fine for a respectable man to take a concubine, but he started a relationship and then abandoned her, ruining her reputation. He's truly despicable!"
"Everyone curses Duan Zhengchun, but who wouldn't want to be him? Ha..."
"Why don't you pay attention to the Heavenly Dao reward? That's the Heavenly-level martial art 'Mingyu Gong,' the most treasured skill of the Yihua Palace!"
"That's right! Not only can practicing this skill keep you young forever and give you fair skin and jade-like bones, but once you master it, you will also have inexhaustible internal energy. Aren't you tempted?"
The moment the images appeared, the once silent Kyushu suddenly became noisy.
Heated discussions arose one after another.
Some admire Zhong Ling's liveliness, some pity A Zi's plight, some condemn Duan Zhengchun's ruthlessness, and some covet the mystery of "Ming Yu Gong".
The appearance of "Mingyu Gong" in particular has made countless women envious, their eyes almost burning with jealousy.
Their breathing became more rapid, and their thoughts began to wander.
The Great Tang Dynasty, Fengxuan Pavilion.
"Oh? The Mingyu Gong?"
"It seems that my luck is quite good."
Wu Zetian gazed at the list of the most beautiful flowers in the land, a slight smile playing on her lips.
Previously, she had temporarily shelved her plan to seize the "Mingyu Gong" and would make further plans after the three major dynasties joined forces to wipe out the Qinglong Society.
Unexpectedly, this merit appeared in the Heavenly Rewards.
It was truly a dramatic turn of events!
Chapter 87 Mingyu Gong
Although she was certain that with her looks, she was qualified to be on the list, the anti-aging pill was not necessary.
But the Mingyu Gong can not only keep you young forever, but also make you have fair skin and a beautiful body. How can people not yearn for it?
With this in mind, she immediately issued an order: "Send someone to the Great Song Dynasty immediately and bring back the 'Mingyu Gong' for me!"
A sense of oppression filled the air.
Her voice was cold and resolute, tinged with urgency.
She knew better than anyone what it meant to hear Ming Yugong appear on the Nine Provinces Hundred Flowers Ranking.
This book not only grants eternal youth, but it is also a top-tier martial arts manual!
Countless people in the martial arts world are willing to take the risk for this.
Even if it costs me my life, I'm willing to do it!
Shangguan Wan'er was well aware of the implications and immediately bowed her head in response: "Yes, Your subordinate will take care of it right away!"
Dali, Wanjie Valley.
Zhong Wanchou stared intently at the list, his face contorted with rage and his eyes bloodshot.
"Damn the Heavenly Path Golden List! Damn Duan Zhengchun!"
He roared, his voice filled with hatred and madness.
His fingernails dug deep into his palm, drawing blood, but he was completely unaware.
Gan Baobao, standing beside him, was deathly pale, her eyes filled with shame and indignation.
She bit her lip and said coldly, "Since we can't hide it anymore, let's get a divorce."
From now on, we will have nothing to do with each other.
Zhong Wanchou was struck dumb, frozen in place.
He stared intently at her, his voice trembling: "Over the years, have I mistreated you in the slightest?"
"If you don't want to, I won't touch you."
“I treated Ling’er as my own daughter after she was born.”
"Whatever you want, I will give you..."
He suddenly raised his voice, almost screaming—
"What exactly is it about that Duan guy that I have that I don't?!"
"You are not allowed to slander Duan Lang!"
Even if he has a thousand faults, he is still a hundred times better than you!
You're not even worth a single hair on his head!
"Who cares about your kindness? It's all wishful thinking on your part!"
"Don't think I don't know, you're only after my good looks!"
"Give up on that idea as soon as possible!"
"If you hadn't been so subservient back then, would I have submitted to you?"
"Don't you even look at yourself?"
"I must take Ling'er with me!"
"You have no right to raise his children!"
When Gan Baobei heard him speak rudely to Duan Zhengchun, she immediately flew into a rage, her eyes sharp as knives.
Every word and phrase was filled with sarcasm and contempt.
These words were like a sharp blade, piercing straight into Zhong Wanchou's heart.
His face was ashen, his chest heaved violently, and his whole body trembled uncontrollably.
"you you……"
He was so enraged that he suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood.
Gan Baobei watched coldly and scoffed, "Out of consideration for our past relationship, I advise you to behave yourself."
"Don't seek your own death."
"Duan Lang's martial arts skills far surpass yours, and the Dali royal family is no match for you!"
After saying that, he left without looking back.
"Aaaaaah! I'll kill you!"
Zhong Wanchou roared madly, his face contorted, and swung his palm at her back.
"A cornered dog will resort to desperate measures?"
Gan Baobei was prepared and slapped him back with a backhand.
Zhong Wanchou staggered, coughing up blood, and turned pale with horror: "You killed me?!"
"Hmph, at least you've been smart for once."
Gan Baobao sneered, her eyes filled with disdain.
Although Zhong Wanchou was indeed very obedient to her, she always kept a secret. Over the years, she had secretly tampered with Zhong Wanchou's food, just in case he ever turned against her. Unexpectedly, it actually came in handy today.
"I, Zhong Wanchou, was truly blind!"
Upon learning the truth, Zhong Wanchou felt his blood rush to his head and fainted on the spot.
Meanwhile, inside Qinglong Manor.
"What? I...I'm not Father's biological son?"
Zhong Ling hugged the lightning ferret, tears streaming down her face. This sudden news struck her like a thunderbolt.
Wang Yuyan and the others rushed forward to comfort her. Only Jiang Yuyan remained calm and said:
"Don't be sad. Sister Yuyan, Sister Azhu, Sister Wanqing, you are all Duan Zhengchun's daughters. In a sense, the four of you are half-sisters."
"impossible!"
Wang Yuyan categorically denied it.
"I don't know any Duan Zhengchun at all!"
A'Zhu and Mu Wanqing, however, wore complex expressions, a mixture of joy and bitterness. Joy at finally knowing who their biological father was, and bitterness at how despicable he was.
"The Green Dragon Society's records are crystal clear."
Jiang Yuyan invoked the name of the Azure Dragon Society, and everyone fell silent.
Although Wang Yuyan and Zhong Ling still had doubts, they were already somewhat convinced.
The Azure Dragon Society's information was always reliable, and they had no reason to deceive them.
Azhu and Mu Wanqing exchanged a glance and asked in unison, "Who is our birth mother? Is she still alive?"
"This...it's better if you don't know," Jiang Yuyan said hesitantly.
Thinking about their backgrounds, she tried to dissuade them.
But the two women's gazes were firm, their eyes filled with expectation.
Jiang Yuyan could only sigh softly, "Sister Azhu, your mother is Ruan Xingzhu, Azi's birth mother. You are sisters, as can be seen from the tattoo and longevity lock on your shoulder."
Seeing that A'Zhu was relatively calm, she turned to Mu Wanqing: "Sister Wanqing, your master is your birth mother. After being abandoned by Duan Zhengchun, she hated all men. She didn't acknowledge you because she wanted to train you to be a ruthless assassin to avenge him."
After he finished speaking, the room fell silent.
Despite being prepared, the two women were still struck dumb.
Their faces were pale, their fingers clenched tightly on the hem of their clothes, and their eyes were filled with sorrow.
Zhong Ling, who had been comforted, was now rushed forward with Li Qinglu and the others to offer her some words of comfort.
......
Meanwhile, throughout Kyushu.
Perhaps out of jealousy or pity for Azi, many martial artists spontaneously formed a team to attack Duan Zhengchun.
Among them are many renowned masters, making it a formidable force.
Just then, the order issued by the two palace masters of Yihua Palace to Duan Zhengchun suddenly spread throughout the martial arts world.