mesbooks Chapter 291 Getting to Know a Martial Arts Hero: Xiao Yichen
Chapter 291 Getting to Know a Martial Arts Hero: Xiao Yichen
Chapter 291 Making Friends with Martial Arts Heroes: Xiao Yichen
The bandits fled into the depths of the forest, the noise subsided, and silence returned, broken only by a gentle breeze and the rustling of leaves.
The man slowly turned around, his back to Lin Qianqian. He was tall and slender, his white robes outlining his thin profile. A gentle breeze ruffled his hair, revealing his fair and jade-like profile, with sharp and smooth lines that exuded an aloof and unapproachable aura.
Xiaodie's face was full of concern, her eyes still brimming with tears. She tightly grasped Lin Qianqian's slightly trembling hands, her voice trembling with sobs, and she asked with pouting lips, "Miss..."
As she spoke, she gently patted Lin Qianqian's back, as if comforting a frightened fawn.
Lin Qianqian took a deep breath, trying to calm her inner turmoil. She raised her hand to tidy up her long hair that had fallen during the fight, tucking a few messy strands behind her ears.
She looked up at the man's back, her eyes filled with gratitude and curiosity, and slowly moved closer with light steps.
When she was a few steps behind the man, she bowed slightly and gave a curtsy, her voice soft but full of sincerity: "Thank you for saving us, young master. If you hadn't appeared in time, we would probably be in grave danger by now. We... don't know how to repay your great kindness in saving our lives."
Xiaodie timidly peeked out from behind Lin Qianqian, her face still showing the shock of surviving a disaster, her eyes red-rimmed, and glistening tears still clinging to her eyelashes.
She took two steps forward, stopped, bowed slightly, clasped her hands in front of her, and said with a mixture of shame and sincerity, "Young master, I was very rude just now, please don't take it to heart. If it weren't for your help, my mistress and I would have met with terrible fate." After saying that, she bowed slightly, her words full of guilt and gratitude.
The man did not turn around, but merely tilted his head slightly, revealing his cold and handsome profile. His thin lips parted slightly, and his voice was low, clear, and cold, devoid of any warmth: "It's alright."
His tone was as calm as still water in the mountains, without a ripple, as if the thrilling fight just now was nothing more than a trivial matter.
After saying that, he fell silent, exuding an aura that kept people at a distance, as if everything around him was irrelevant.
Lin Qianqian's eyes gleamed with anticipation, her cheeks flushed slightly with nervousness and excitement. Mustering her courage, she took another step forward and softly asked, "Young master, may I ask your esteemed name and where you are headed? We are newcomers to this world, completely unfamiliar with the ways of the martial world, and know neither people nor land. This world is vast and boundless, fraught with danger. Would we be fortunate enough to accompany you, so we can have someone to rely on?" Her words were filled with cautious probing and earnest request.
Upon hearing this, the man's lips curled into a slight, almost imperceptible smile as he slowly turned around. His gaze, as cold as a star, swept lightly over Lin Qianqian and Xiao Die before he spoke unhurriedly: "I am Xiao Yichen, a wandering swordsman, homeless and roaming the world." His voice was deep and resonant, echoing in the air with a touch of unrestrained, chivalrous spirit.
"Oh, I see!" A hint of surprise flashed in Lin Qianqian's eyes. She bowed slightly and said respectfully with a touch of joy, "Young Master Xiao, my name is Lin Qianqian, and this is my maid, Xiaodie."
Xiaodie smiled slightly with her eyes narrowed and nodded at him.
Lin Qianqian pondered for a moment, then a thought struck her, and she said, “Uh…we are daughters of merchants from Jiangnan. As our family business expanded, my father sent us here to purchase goods and familiarize ourselves with business. However, we have never traveled far before, and along the way, we have discovered that the world is far more complex than we imagined. Now we are lost and have encountered such a dangerous situation. If we could receive your help, young master, it would be our honor. We hope you will grant our request.”
Her words were earnest, her eyes filled with pleading for help, and she crafted her and Xiaodie's identities and intentions in a way that was both plausible and without any flaws.
Xiaodie pursed her lips, trying her best to suppress her laughter, not daring to reveal any flaws, and could only agree with her and nod.
"Yes, young master! I came out with the young lady. Because I am a woman, I am disguised!"
Xiao Yichen listened quietly, a gentle light flashing in his dark eyes, his expression mild, and a faint smile playing on his lips.
He tilted his head slightly, gazing at the distant, rolling mountains. After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke: "The path of the martial world is not easy. Since we have met, it must be fate. Let us travel together for a while." His voice was deep and gentle, like a spring breeze, bringing a sense of peace.
Lin Qianqian and Xiaodie exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with surprise and gratitude.
Lin Qianqian quickly bowed, her voice filled with undisguised joy: "Thank you, Young Master Xiao. I'm sorry to have troubled you."
Xiaodie nodded vigorously beside her, her gloom vanishing completely.
And so, the three of them embarked on this unknown journey together. Lin Qianqian and Xiao Die followed closely behind Xiao Yichen, the afterglow of the setting sun casting warm silhouettes on them. Accompanied by occasional soft conversations and the chirping of birds in the mountains, this unknown journey quietly unfolded in a harmonious atmosphere.