RAAHC 29 PART 1

Chapter 29 Part 1

In his third life, he finally fulfilled his wish and was reborn into the martial world, becoming the only son of Xie An, the leader of the martial arts alliance.

Xie An was a righteous man, and his words and deeds were filled with an unshakeable sense of heroism. He was also renowned throughout the land for his incredibly powerful Storm Surge Palm technique, earning the love and admiration of many. Unfortunately, his only son was a notorious playboy.

He inherited his mother, Fairy  Lingbo’s, charming peach blossom eyes and had thin lips. When he smiled, two tiny dimples appeared at the corners of his lips, giving him an innocent appearance. However, his heart was filled with mischief.

As early as age three or four, he would deceive the little girl next door with promises of candied hawthorns, which often led to her tears and complaints, resulting in his father scolding him severely.

While most youngsters began martial arts training at the age of five, he found his father’s Storm Surge Palm too overbearing and lacking in grace compared to his mother’s elegant footsteps. Over time, he developed exceptional lightness skills, although his hand-to-hand combat skills were rather ordinary. However, his internal strength was solid, allowing him to quickly excel in any discipline.

It wasn’t until he was fourteen that he attempted to kidnap a disciple from the Tongshan Sect and was soundly defeated by a sword technique. This humiliation drove him to work diligently, and at the age of twenty, he created the “Flowing Water Technique.” It was derived from his father’s Storm Surge Palm but was characterized by a gentle and graceful delivery. Despite its seemingly gentle appearance, it concealed a lethal intent, flowing like an unending stream, unstoppable and unshakeable.

Unfortunately, before Leader Xie could fully appreciate his son’s accomplishments, a young lady broke down his door, offering herself in love. It turned out that his son’s adventures in the martial world were nothing more than a series of heroic rescues along the banks of the Huainan River, capturing the hearts of many.

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It wasn’t until the afternoon of the following day that Yu’er gradually woke up. Her limpid eyes carried a hint of confusion. Even he couldn’t help but be captivated for a second. He then briefly recounted the events of the previous night.

Having navigated the world of mortal desires for years, Yu’er was no stranger to human nature. She promptly gave a graceful bow, expressing her gratitude for the life-saving favor. She then added, ‘I am now alone, with no means to repay… Could it be that you’ve come, sir, to listen to me play? If you permit, I would be honored to perform for you.’

Her voice was clear, her demeanor composed, and her eyes, when she bent in gratitude, seemed to shine like a sunlit lake, shimmering and dazzling. After a few moments of eye contact, he smiled and said, ‘In that case, I would trouble the young lady.’

Although he appeared to revel in the pleasures of life, deep down, he had the blood of a Jianghu person, at most a follower of elegance and style.

But even so, he could discern that Yu’er’s qin playing was exceptional. Her rendition of ‘High Mountains and Flowing Water’ was haunting, with a lingering melancholy that left an indelible impression.

As the music concluded, the last trace of frivolity in his heart dissipated. ‘Not many can play this piece so well. Miss, your talent is truly a hidden gem. If you’re willing, I can offer you some silver…’

Yu’er shook her head, interrupting him with a gentle laugh. ‘Sir, there’s no need to belittle yourself. To be honest, I’ve always yearned for a life in Jianghu, but as a woman ensnared by the mortal world, I’ve never achieved my desires.’ With a sigh, she continued, ‘It’s a long story. But thank you for saving me.’ Her delicate face bore a trace of sadness. He felt a tug in his heart and plucked a white flower from a nearby branch, offering it to her with a smile.”

“If the young lady plays for me, I’ll gather flowers for her… If you call me ‘brother’ one more time, I’ll accept you as my honorary sister. From this day forward, no one in the Jianghu will dare insult or harm you. How about that?” 

Upon hearing this, Yu’er was momentarily taken aback. Her eyes flickered with light for a few moments before she extended her hand to accept the flower.

As he held the flower, he noticed that Yu’er’s fingers were slightly larger than those of ordinary women, yet they remained slender and fair. He attributed it to her qin practice and gently wrapped his hand around hers, giving it a light squeeze.

“I will protect you,” he promised.

Although Yu’er was a woman of the mortal world, her actions and demeanor lacked frivolity. Instead, she possessed a gentle grace that easily won people over. Since he had pledged to protect her for a lifetime, he treated her like a sister. He provided her with the best of everything, although he often roamed the Jianghu without a permanent home. He felt guilty for imposing on her at times and became even more gentle in his words and actions.

His friends would often tease him, saying that the former playboy had transformed into a devoted lover, but he would just playfully tap them on the head with his fan and say, “She’s my honorary sister…”

Confident in his martial arts skills, his friends knew there was no escaping his antics. One of them squatted down, pretending to cower, and retorted, “I’m not so eager to become your sister! Besides, Yu’er looks at you differently from everyone else. Don’t tell me you haven’t noticed.”

This friend was known for his booming voice, and now he was even more animated, practically shouting to make sure everyone knew about this development. He waved his fan around and playfully continued, “If Yu’er heard this, I…”

“Perfect timing,” another friend chimed in, “I think you two are quite smitten with each other. Why not take this opportunity to tie the knot and invite us for a celebratory feast?”

He chuckled and was about to respond, but when he turned around, he was met with a pair of watery eyes. Yu’er had silently appeared nearby, observing them.

A fleeting moment of surprise passed between them.

His heart pounded like a drum.

But he was not one to act impulsively. He had accepted Yu’er as his honorary sister, and a sudden change in his attitude would be abrupt and disrespectful. However, as they spent more time together, he found that his gaze was constantly drawn to her, and he couldn’t look away.

Despite her circumstances at the Drunken Moon Pavilion, Yu’er possessed knowledge of the Jianghu’s affairs and had her own perspectives. Sometimes, the two of them would sit together in the courtyard with nothing to do. He would take the black pieces, and she would take the white ones. They would engage in a fierce game of strategy, sometimes winning and losing in equal measure.

When he lost, he would raise his wine cup, and when Yu’er lost, she would play a soothing tune on her qin. With three cups of strong liquor in his belly, he would rest his head on the table, closing his eyes while listening to the melodic notes that filled his ears. It was a feeling of indescribable contentment.”

Perhaps it was the effect of the alcohol, or perhaps those clear autumn-like eyes were too penetrating, but his head felt hazy as he asked, “Have you ever… liked someone?”

Yu’er’s fingers halted, and the melodious qin music abruptly stopped, leaving a lingering silence.

“…And have you, brother?”

He chuckled, “Of course… I have.”