The man restraining Yue Wuqian frowned and quickly stepped back, narrowly avoiding being sent flying.
Turning his gaze to Jiang Qingjiu, he was surprised to discover she was a Qi Refining stage cultivator.
No, this girl was definitely not at the Qi Refining stage.
He had clearly sensed that her strength was no ordinary matter—the kick she delivered was not something a typical Qi Refining stage cultivator could manage.
But regardless of her cultivation level, fighting was strictly forbidden within Youzhou City.
The man dressed in the guard uniform stared at Jiang Qingjiu, his tone low and dangerous.
“Young lady, you have just violated Youzhou City’s prohibition…”
He had already stopped Yue Wuqian, yet this girl before him still managed to land a kick.
“My apologies, I was startled by him and instinctively kicked out.”
“If I have truly violated Youzhou City’s regulations, I am willing to accept punishment.”
Jiang Qingjiu lowered her voice. Though she appeared cold, her words were exceedingly polite.
Her attitude in admitting fault was commendable, and considering that Yue Wuqian had struck first, the man sighed. “Let it pass this time, but remember, young lady, fighting is not permitted within Youzhou City.”
“Thank you for the reminder.”
Jiang Qingjiu nodded in acknowledgment.
“Senior Brother, are you alright?”
Nearby, Jiang Qingyu had instinctively rushed over to support Yue Wuqian.
“Jiang Qingjiu!”
Yue Wuqian gritted his teeth, glaring venomously at Jiang Qingjiu, wishing he could kill her on the spot.
Jiang Qingjiu’s kick had been delivered without the slightest mercy, embedding Yue Wuqian directly into the wall.
The injury wasn’t severe, but the humiliation was immense.
If not for the city guards watching nearby, he would have already dealt with this irritating woman.
“Alright, kid, daring to fight within Youzhou City—you’re coming with me now to pay the fine!”
Before Yue Wuqian could arrogantly protest, the Youzhou City guard coldly seized him and dragged him away.
“Damn it, do you know who I am? How dare you lay hands on me!”
Yue Wuqian struggled unwillingly.
“I don’t care who you are. This is Youzhou City. Violate the rules, and you face the consequences!”
The Youzhou City guard stated ruthlessly.
“I am the grandson of the Danxia Sect’s sect master! Try touching me if you dare!”
“Try I shall. Go ahead and call your ancestors if you can!”
“Damn it, let go of me! Let go!”
Yet no matter how he struggled, the guard did not release him, dragging him away until they vanished from sight.
Jiang Qingyu looked at Jiang Qingjiu, her expression troubled. “Sister, you’ve brought trouble upon yourself!”
“Senior Brother Yue is our sect master’s most beloved grandson. Now that you’ve offended him, he won’t let you off easily.”
Jiang Qingjiu’s expression remained indifferent. “Is that so.”
“Senior Brother Yue has always been domineering. Sister, you should go apologize to him, or he’ll never forgive you.”
Jiang Qingyu wore an expression that seemed to say she had Jiang Qingjiu’s best interests at heart.
Jiang Qingjiu lowered her gaze. “…Little wretch, better not spout nonsense.”
Her patience had limits. One more glance, and she feared she wouldn’t be able to suppress her killing intent.
“Huh? Sister, what did you just say?”
Jiang Qingyu looked bewildered. Even with her Foundation Establishment Stage cultivation, she hadn’t been able to make out Jiang Qingjiu’s words clearly.
“Nothing.”
Jiang Qingjiu straightened her sleeves.
Her martial uncle had said that maintaining one’s image while traveling was crucial—no one should know that disciples of the Yunmiao Sect could curse.
If one must curse, then one must ensure silence!
And the best way to ensure silence was none other than killing.
Unfortunately, this wasn’t the place to act…
Jiang Qingjiu said regretfully, "I just wanted you to be more careful."
Don't come running up to me like a dog chasing a meat bun every time you see me.
Otherwise, I'm afraid I won't be able to resist killing you.
Considering it wouldn't be wise to take action within Youzhou City, Jiang Qingjiu temporarily set aside her bloody thoughts.
"If he wants to come find me, let him. But next time won't be so easy."
Jiang Qingjiu still wanted to find her master and didn't want to waste time with her now. There would be plenty of opportunities later.
"I'm leaving first. You two can keep strolling."
"Wait."
Jiang Qingfeng called out to stop her.
Jiang Qingjiu looked up at him. "Is there something else?"
Jiang Qingfeng thought for a moment, then glanced at Jiang Qingyu. "Qingyu-jie, go back and let our senior brothers and sisters know that I'll be going with Jiang Qingjiu."
"Her cultivation base is too weak. I'm afraid she'll die here."
He spoke bluntly, his tone filled with impatience.
"Wh-what?"
Jiang Qingyu looked at him with disbelief.
After saying this, Jiang Qingfeng ignored Jiang Qingyu's stiff expression.
He said coldly to Jiang Qingjiu, "Let's go. I'll go with you."
Jiang Qingjiu replied indifferently, "You don't need to follow me."
Jiang Qingfeng bristled. "Who wants to follow you? Don't misunderstand. I just don't want anything to happen to a member of the Jiang family outside."
Though sharp-tongued, Jiang Qingfeng was indeed not as malicious as Jiang Qingyu.
Jiang Qingjiu watched Jiang Qingyu's incredulous expression with amusement.
This look on Jiang Qingyu's face was truly delightful—she couldn't even hide the jealousy and resentment in her eyes.
Noticing Jiang Qingjiu's scrutinizing gaze, Jiang Qingyu quickly composed herself.
She persuaded, "Xiao Feng, let jiejie come with us."
"Senior Brother Yue was the one who attacked first. As long as jiejie apologizes, I'm sure Senior Brother Yue won't hold a grudge."
"No, Senior Brother Yue holds grudges. Besides, he attacked first, so why should Jiang Qingjiu apologize?"
Jiang Qingfeng looked impatient.
"Moreover, if Jiang Qingjiu goes over, the other senior brothers and sisters will have objections."
The Danxia Sect had always been exclusionary.
"But if you're protecting jiejie alone, it won't be safe either. Let's all go together."
Jiang Qingyu pleaded earnestly, unwilling to give up a personal Golden Core guard.
"Qingyu-jie, don't worry. I'm already a Golden Core cultivator. I'm not that weak."
However, Jiang Qingjiu didn't want him following her either.
"Your sect probably needs you more…"
Having another person around would be too troublesome and inconvenient for her search for her master.
Jiang Qingfeng looked impatient. "Enough talk."
Youzhou City was chaotic enough. While there were guards within the city, there were none outside.
Once the Secret Realm opened, demons and monsters would be everywhere.
Jiang Qingjiu was so weak that anyone who attacked her would likely kill her.
Despite Jiang Qingyu's repeated attempts to persuade him, Jiang Qingfeng remained standing with his sword, looking cold and unmoved.
No matter how the wind blew from east or west, he stood firm and unyielding.
Jiang Qingjiu: "…"
What a persistent nuisance.
Reluctantly, she agreed for the time being.
She could always find an excuse to separate from him later.
Compared to Jiang Qingyu, Jiang Qingjiu had a bit more patience for this sharp-tongued youth who always tried to act cool.
After all, he was the only normal person in the Jiang family.
Watching them leave, Jiang Qingyu was nearly driven mad with anger.
The reason she refused to give up on Jiang Qingfeng was precisely because he was a Golden Core cultivator!
For the opening of this Secret Realm, the Danxia Sect had sent quite a few people.
Aside from Jiang Qingfeng and Yue Wuqian, who were at the Golden Core Stage, there were also three leading senior brothers and sisters who were Golden Core cultivators.
But they were responsible for everyone's safety, and it was easy to imagine that such protective efforts would be spread thin.
If something really happened, Jiang Qingyu might not be rescued.
Jiang Qingfeng, however, was different—he was her own younger brother.
As long as they were together, Jiang Qingfeng would fight to the death to protect her!
Yet at this moment, Jiang Qingfeng had left out of concern for Jiang Qingjiu.
"Jiang Qingjiu!"
At this thought, Jiang Qingyu's delicate face could no longer suppress a twisted expression, filled with resentment.
That wretched Jiang Qingjiu was truly a nuisance!
The moment they met, she had stolen Jiang Qingfeng's attention—how utterly detestable.
And Jiang Qingfeng was nothing but an ungrateful wretch!
After all these years of her treating him so well, even sharing the Magic Treasures she obtained with him, he had abandoned her at such a critical moment!
Seething with rage, Jiang Qingyu never once considered that the Magic Treasures she had given Jiang Qingfeng were all originally sent by Jiang Qingjiu to their parents, which she had then passed on to him.