Having completely eradicated the remnants of Vajra Stronghold, Shi Feiyang led his followers southward, returning in the direction of Jiangnan.

When they arrived in Guangning with great momentum, they were unexpectedly intercepted by the minions of Divine Water Palace, Wu Chi.

Liao Pei, Xiang Kun, Wu Zhong, Xiao Lingling, Gong Simeng, and other core members of the Heroic Sakura Association were filled with anger.

Standing in a wild grass-infested open area, their eyes burned with fury, staring fiercely at Wu Chi, as if they wanted to tear him apart. Each was eager to immediately kill this despicable man.

However, facing these angry faces, Wu Chi showed no fear whatsoever. Instead, he shamelessly revealed some shocking news to Shi Feiyang: "Shi Feiyang, Liu Yanran is holding Wu Wei hostage, demanding that you meet her at Eagle Beak Rock."

This news was like a bolt from the blue, instantly plunging the heroes into a difficult dilemma. At that moment, clouds began to gather under the gloomy sky, so oppressively that people could hardly breathe. But to rescue the hostage Wu Wei, Shi Feiyang had no choice but to agree to go to Eagle Beak Rock, and he let Wu Chi go first to show his sincerity.

Wu Zhong, Xiao Lingling, and others advised Shi Feiyang not to go to Eagle Beak Rock. They knew very well the sinister and treacherous nature of Liu Yanran, who must have laid a trap with numerous high-level martial artists, prepared for an ambush.

However, despite these warnings, Shi Feiyang showed no fear.

His gaze was firm and intense, like an eternal flame. Despite knowing the dangers ahead, he understood that as the leader of the Heroic Sakura Association, rescuing his comrades was an unshirkable duty.

Moreover, whether or not he could rescue Wu Wei, it would greatly stabilize those who had previously surrendered from Snow Eagle Castle, and it would demonstrate to all members of the Heroic Sakura Association that their Grand Squad Leader would never stand idly by when any brother or sister faced difficulty, thereby strengthening cohesion further.

Thus, Shi Feiyang declared powerfully, "Knowing that the mountain holds a tiger, I'm still heading to the tiger's mountain."

That voice was as loud as a ringing bell, filled with reassuring strength.

Shi Feiyang's courage and determination inspired everyone present. Although their hearts were full of concern, they could only silently pray for his safe return.

At this moment, a fierce wind roared past, making the flags around them sound dramatically, as if cheering Shi Feiyang's lofty ambition.

Gong Simeng's expression was urgent, her voice tinged with anxiety: "Brother Shi, Liu Yanran must be concealing a huge plot. Otherwise, she would never obstruct your southward journey at this time." While speaking, her eyes fixed tightly on Shi Feiyang's reaction, hoping he could immediately discern Liu Yanran's abnormality.

The trees around swayed in the wind, making rustling sounds, as if echoing Gong Simeng's concern.

Wu Zhong let out a heavy sigh and said, "Alas! Our path to the south is indeed filled with thorns!"

Xiao Lingling also exclaimed with emotion: "Who would have thought, just as we are about to return, the path south would turn into a bloody path." Dry leaves fell with their words, as if also lamenting the journey's hardship.

Shi Feiyang thought for a moment, then said solemnly: "Allow me to ponder carefully, while everyone else commands the brothers to set up camp."

The heroes dispersed, while Shi Feiyang quietly took off the deerskin bag from his waist, and again found Wu Zhong, Liao Pei, Gong Simeng. He ordered them to ride to scout for any ambush on the way to Eagle Beak Rock.

After Wu Zhong, Gong Simeng, and the others left, Shi Feiyang used the deerskin bag to pack more than thirty thousand disciples into it, and then tied this bag that no ordinary person could see around his waist. Subsequently, Shi Feiyang employed his supreme "Thousand Mile Without Trace" Lightweight Technique, swiftly catching up with Wu Zhong, Gong Simeng, and the others, and leapt onto Gong Simeng's horse, joining her in the ride.

It was early summer.

In the afternoon, the warm sunlight penetrated layer upon layer of leaves, casting mottled shadows on the ground, like an elaborate natural ink painting. A gentle breeze caressed, wildflowers bloomed exuberantly in the mountainside, their fragrant aroma languidly filling the air, subtly enveloping them.

In the distance, a clear creek flowed, the waters merrily leaping and racing, singing a clear and pleasant tune as it meandered away. The willows at the creek's edge swayed softly with the breeze, their long branches dancing. The grass by the creek was lush green like a carpet, dotted with small unnamed flowers, vibrant and adding some lively charm to the scenery.

Gong Simeng felt slightly shy, yet her heart brimmed with joy and excitement. Her cheeks turned rosy in an instant, resembling ripe apples, her heart pounding vigorously as if about to leap out of her throat.

The surrounding heroes understood instantly, urging their rides quickly so as not to disturb the romantic moment between Shi Feiyang and Gong Simeng. Shi Feiyang gently wrapped his arm around Gong Simeng's waist, his broad and warm palm conveying endless strength.

He took the reins and galloped away.

The gentle breeze carried a faint floral scent, adding more beauty to this warm and sweet moment. They seemed to be in a dream-like world, where everything around turned peaceful and beautiful, and time halted for them.

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