194: Do you think I'm afraid of a mere baby like you?

"If you said you were using your own life to repay a life-saving debt, this King could still respect you as a man."

"However, giving away the woman you love to another person because of this matter—that is where you are wrong."

"What right do you have to make decisions for others? How do you know that your so-called good intentions are what others actually want?" Duan Zhengchun said coldly.

Hearing Duan Zhengchun's words, everyone present was completely confused, not knowing why he was mentioning these things.

Everyone in the Martial World knew that Li Xunhuan shared a deep bond with his elder brother.

Why did it sound like there was more to the story from Duan Zhengchun's words? Had that Long Xiaoyun been plotting against Li Xunhuan all along?

Plotting until his home was destroyed and his family ruined? Even forcing him to hand over the woman he loved?

If that were truly the case, then Li Xunhuan was really a piece of work, wasn't he?

Li Xunhuan's face instantly turned pale. Indeed, it wasn't that he hadn't suspected Long Xiaoyun over the years.

However, he had always been unwilling to believe that the elder brother who had nearly lost his life to save him back then would treat him like this.

Was he really wrong to do what he did?

Was he really too driven by his emotions?

"Prince Duan, what do you mean by that? Could it be that everything my elder brother has done all these years was just an act?" Li Xunhuan's face was ashen, unwilling to believe it was all true.

"Well, the benevolent see benevolence and the wise see wisdom. No matter how much this King says, it's useless if you're unwilling to believe it."

"However, there is no such thing as a perfect plan in this world. As long as one investigates, things will surely come to light."

"Once you eliminate all impossibilities, whatever remains must be the truth. No matter how unbelievable it may be, facts are facts, and no one can change them," Duan Zhengchun said.

"What's going on? Wasn't this a life-and-death struggle? Why has the tone suddenly changed in the middle of the fight?"

"Yeah, what's happening? We still wanted to witness the true power of the heavenly demon zither."

"Keep going, Prince Duan! Let us see the true power of the heavenly demon zither!"

"Heh, isn't it simple if you want to see the power of the heavenly demon zither? Come, this King can let you experience it personally." Duan Zhengchun looked at the speaker with a smile on his lips.

Hearing Duan Zhengchun's words, the speaker's expression shifted instantly. With an awkward smile, he turned and fled.

"Big Brother, I told you long ago that there was something wrong with Long Xiaoyun, but you just wouldn't listen."

"Although I don't like this Duan Zhengchun, what he said actually makes sense."

"You don't need to interfere in my affairs. You still have many things left to do; don't make such a pointless sacrifice for my sake."

"If I, Ah Fei, cannot exact my revenge, then the worst that can happen is death. In eighteen years, I'll be a hero once again!" After Ah Fei finished speaking, he glared at Duan Zhengchun.

"Heh... Regardless, you certainly have backbone. But sometimes, backbone is truly not worth mentioning in the face of life," Duan Zhengchun said with a laugh.

"Prince Duan, was what you just said true?" Li Xunhuan was already ill, and hearing such news made his complexion look even worse.

"Whether it's true or false, haven't you already made a judgment in your heart?"

"Well? Do you still want to sacrifice your life for this brother of yours?" Duan Zhengchun looked at Li Xunhuan with a smile.

At this moment, Li Xunhuan hesitated.

If what Duan Zhengchun said was true, then he had many things to do.

If nothing else, the matter between Long Xiaoyun and his Cousin had to be resolved.

Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to rest in peace even in death.

However, if he didn't agree, then his good brother Ah Fei would die.

Choices, yet more choices. Why did he have to face so many choices?

"Big Brother, regardless of whether what he said is true or not, you don't need to sacrifice yourself for me."

"When I came today, I had no intention of leaving alive."

"I'm all alone with nothing to worry about, but you're different. You still have Sister-in-law to look after. Long Xiaoyun is by no means a good man; don't make such a pointless sacrifice." Ah Fei looked at Li Xunhuan emotionally.

"Ah Fei, you are my brother. How could I possibly watch you die before my very eyes?" Li Xunhuan shook his head.

"Prince Duan, I promise you. As long as you let Ah Fei go, Li Xunhuan's life is yours." Li Xunhuan took a deep breath and finally made his choice.

He had made the wrong choice back then, which led to the current situation.

This time, he believed he hadn't made a mistake.

Duan Zhengchun looked into Li Xunhuan's eyes; he knew that Li Xunhuan was serious.

"It seems you have indeed made a choice, though you are far too indecisive."

"However, once your life belongs to this King, I will fix that flaw of yours."

"The more someone values their emotions, the easier they are to control."

"This King will grant your wish. This time, I'll let this kid go."

"And only this once. If he tries to strike at this King again, I won't be so polite then," Duan Zhengchun said.

"Thank you for your mercy, Prince. From this day forth, Li Xunhuan's life belongs to the Prince; I shall have no regrets." Li Xunhuan cupped his hands in a salute.

Duan Zhengchun nodded and lightly plucked a string. Instantly, an invisible sound wave surged into Ah Fei's body.

Whether it was an illusion or not, Ah Fei felt as though his body had suddenly become much lighter.

"Alright, Ah Fei. I hope you don't fail to live up to your elder brother's intentions. Cherish your life from now on," Duan Zhengchun said.

"Big Brother, why are you so foolish!" Ah Fei said in pain.

"Ah Fei, your elder brother can no longer help you seek revenge. This is all I can do."

"I hope you don't blame your elder brother for being useless. Go now, and don't ever come back."

"At the very least, do not return until you are certain of your success." Li Xunhuan patted Ah Fei on the shoulder.

Ah Fei looked at his elder brother with bloodshot eyes, a resolution already forming in his heart: he would return and train hard, striving to gain the strength for revenge as soon as possible.

This would also allow his elder brother to escape his current awkward predicament.

Ah Fei knew very well what kind of person his elder brother was. Even the Imperial Court hadn't been able to make him an official back then; what he loved most was being free and easy.

Yet now, to save him, he had to become someone else's enforcer.

To even give his life to another? One could only imagine how devastating a blow this was to his elder brother.

"Don't worry, Big Brother. I won't be impulsive again until I'm absolutely certain," Ah Fei nodded.

"Good. With those words, I can rest easy. Go," Li Xunhuan nodded.

"Take care, Big Brother..." Ah Fei nodded.

As he was leaving, Ah Fei looked at Duan Zhengchun, his eyes filled with determination.

"Duan Zhengchun, I, Ah Fei, will be back. You'd better not do anything to my elder brother."

"Otherwise, I, Ah Fei, will definitely not let you off."

"Heh, in front of this King, you are nothing but an Infant Boy."

"This King will wait for the day you come knocking. I hope it won't be too long," Duan Zhengchun said with a smile.

Ah Fei limped away, his retreating figure looking somewhat desolate.

At that moment, a world-shaking Sword Intent suddenly appeared and then vanished just as quickly.

Soon, everyone saw West Gate Blowing Snow returning, escorting an Old Monk.