Chapter 62: He’s Here!
On the eighteenth day of the first lunar month in the twelfth year of Yongchang, Sword Forging Manor was lively early in the morning.
Jianghu people arrived at the manor one after another.
Although this time it was merely an engagement, not a grand wedding.
But Sword Forging Manor had sent out countless invitation letters, widely inviting Jianghu heroes, clearly intending to make it a grand affair.
Sword Forging Manor was a very special Jianghu force.
Centered on “sword forging,” it befriended various forces in the Jianghu.
From all walks of life, without exception.
Therefore, the Jianghu people coming to Sword Forging Manor this time had very complex identities.
There were sect leaders of prestigious sects, as well as martial arts school masters.
There were merchants whose businesses spanned the world, as well as people behind underground black markets.
Righteous Path, Greenwood, and others all gathered at Sword Forging Manor, which was quite a spectacle in the Jianghu.
Ordinary people were naturally greeted by the disciples of Sword Forging Manor.
Only Jianghu people with important identities were personally greeted by Sword Forging Manor Lord Zhao Wuya.
Ye Chunsheng was the “protagonist” today.
So he also had to greet guests.
But he was now the renowned “Ye the Great Hero” in the Jianghu, basically greeting some heavyweight Jianghu figures.
Ye Chunsheng had already learned Jianghu etiquette.
Compared to a few months ago, he was clearly much more mature.
“Three Rivers Sect Leader from the South Sea, Sect Leader Lu Yuan has arrived!”
“Sect Leader Lu, forgive us for not welcoming you from afar, please come in and take a seat.”
“Ye the Great Hero is young and accomplished, congratulations! Men, bring up the gift!”
Immediately, several disciples carried forward vermilion-lacquered and gold-inlaid boxes. When the lids were opened, a dazzling array of treasures gleamed.
Nine South Sea pearls, each shining brilliantly.
Two jade ruyi carved from cold jade, each exquisitely crafted.
Twelve panels of red gold filigree inlaid with emerald screens, with gold threads winding around jade, priceless!
Such extravagance left everyone dumbfounded.
“They say the South Sea is barren, but this Three Rivers Sect is rich as oil.”
“Naturally, the Three Rivers Sect lives off the sea, and the treasures in it are countless.”
“Three Rivers Sect Leader Lu is so generous, just for Sword Forging Manor’s sake? I don’t think so; probably this Sect Leader Lu wants to befriend Ye the Great Hero.”
“Ye the Great Hero is currently at the height of his fame in the Jianghu. It’s said he has one foot stepping into first-rate, and will surely become a first-rate expert later! Moreover, Ye the Great Hero is so young; it’s not impossible for him to become a grandmaster in the future. The Three Rivers Sect is rich, but lacks great experts in the sect. Befriending Ye the Great Hero brings many benefits to the Three Rivers Sect.”
“I really envy Ye the Great Hero. A few months ago he was unknown, now he’s famous throughout the Jianghu, with even the Three Rivers Sect rushing to give gifts! It’s said Miss Zhao is stunningly beautiful, one of the top beauties in the south. Reputation, martial arts, beauty, gold and silver… Ye the Great Hero now has it all!”
Many people envied Ye Chunsheng.
Perhaps mixed with some jealousy from others.
After all, who doesn’t want to achieve success and fame, reaching the peak of life?
Ye Chunsheng was now at the peak of his life!
As time passed, people arrived one after another.
But people with identities as important as the Three Rivers Sect Leader were few.
The banquet had already been set up.
Ye Chunsheng had specially reserved one table.
It was for his invited friends.
In these past few months, Ye Chunsheng had made some Jianghu friends.
Those with weight, he had all invited.
“Red Lotus Sect disciple, Heroine Lei Yu has arrived!”
At this time, a woman with a massive build, like a meat mountain, arrived at Sword Forging Manor.
“Heroine Lei!”
Ye Chunsheng immediately stood up to greet her personally.
Many people didn’t understand.
Seeing Lei Yu’s figure, they were all stunned.
They had never seen such a “burly” woman.
Seeing her for the first time, it was naturally shocking.
“What sect is the Red Lotus Sect? Never heard of it.”
“There’s actually such a peculiar woman in the world…”
“Ye the Great Hero actually knows this Heroine Lei?”
“Seems like she’s Ye the Great Hero’s friend…”
Many Jianghu people had never heard of the “Red Lotus Sect”.
However, Sword Forging Manor Lord Zhao Wuya, upon hearing the three words “Red Lotus Sect,” suddenly stood up, a trace of solemnity appearing on his face.
“Chunsheng, do you know this Heroine Lei from the Red Lotus Sect?”
Zhao Wuya asked.
“Manor Lord, Sister Lei is my friend! I sent the invitation letter to Sister Lei.”
“Good, then let’s hurry to greet Heroine Lei.”
Zhao Wuya also set off, going with Ye Chunsheng to greet Lei Yu.
This scene surprised many people.
To have Zhao Wuya greet personally, one must have significant status in the Jianghu.
What identity did Lei Yu have to warrant such importance from Zhao Wuya?
It wasn’t just Zhao Wuya; many Jianghu elders also narrowed their eyes slightly, their expressions gaining a bit more solemnity.
“Red Lotus Sect? A hidden sect, now sending disciples to walk the Jianghu? Could it be that the Red Lotus Sect is preparing to emerge?”
These Jianghu elders knew many secrets of the Jianghu.
Including the Red Lotus Sect.
They knew how terrifying the Red Lotus Sect was.
The Red Lotus Sect had a grandmaster!
Moreover, almost every generation had a grandmaster, never interrupted.
A sect with grandmasters in every generation was known as a “martial world holy land” in the Jianghu.
Its status was extraordinary.
As news spread from some Jianghu elders, many Jianghu people were even more shocked.
Red Lotus Sect, a hidden sect, akin to a martial world holy land?
Grandmasters in every generation!
No one expected Ye Chunsheng to have such a friend.
At this moment, Ye Chunsheng and Zhao Wuya both came to greet Lei Yu.
“Heroine Lei, your presence brings light to our humble Sword Forging Manor!”
Zhao Wuya said with a smile.
“Manor Lord Zhao is too polite. I’m Chunsheng’s friend, here specially to congratulate.”
“Chunsheng, didn’t your sword break? I know Sword Forging Manor can forge all kinds of treasure swords. I have a piece of extraterrestrial iron here; use it to forge your sword.”
Lei Yu took out a pitch-black piece of extraterrestrial iron.
Zhao Wuya’s eyes lit up.
Extraterrestrial iron was a good thing; even a little added could make the forged sword incredibly tough and peerlessly sharp.
For a swordsman, who could refuse a treasure sword?
“Sister Lei, you came, and brought such a precious gift. Please take a seat first.”
Ye Chunsheng brought Lei Yu to the banquet.
He even thoughtfully prepared a specially wide and sturdy chair for Lei Yu.
At first, everyone was puzzled: who was this huge chair for?
Now seeing Lei Yu, they understood.
It was specially prepared for Lei Yu.
Lei Yu sat down, and all the chairs at the banquet table were filled.
Only one chair remained empty.
Crucially, that chair’s position was very important, the top seat at the banquet.
That chair was usually only for the most important person!
This table was specially reserved by Ye Chunsheng.
So, in Ye Chunsheng’s eyes, who was the most important?
But this important person had not arrived yet.
Who could it be?
Seeing this chair, Lei Yu immediately understood.
“Sister Lei, will he come?”
Ye Chunsheng asked softly.
He was also anxious.
Lei Yu patted Ye Chunsheng’s shoulder and smiled, saying, “He will come!”
The people around were very curious.
Who was the person Lei Yu and Ye Chunsheng were waiting for?
Even Zhao Wuya didn’t know.
“Chunsheng, the time is almost here, but there’s still an empty seat. Who did you invite?”
Zhao Wuya asked.
“Manor Lord, wait a bit longer. He… is very important!”
Ye Chunsheng said solemnly.
Zhao Wuya said no more.
This was the first time he had seen Ye Chunsheng so “tense”.
Clearly, the person for this chair was no ordinary one.
At least, very high in Ye Chunsheng’s heart!
Time passed bit by bit.
It was nearing noon, but there was still no movement outside Sword Forging Manor.
Those who should have come had probably arrived.
As for those who hadn’t… they probably wouldn’t come.
Even some Jianghu people were a bit dissatisfied.
Almost everyone had arrived.
Yet they were still waiting for someone who might not come.
What person was worth Sword Forging Manor and Ye Chunsheng waiting so respectfully?
“Chunsheng, the time has come; the person you’re waiting for probably won’t come…”
Zhao Wuya said slowly.
“Yes, probably not coming…”
Ye Chunsheng was somewhat disappointed, his gaze repeatedly looking outside the manor.
Unfortunately, still no one came.
“The time has come; let’s officially begin…”
As soon as Zhao Wuya finished speaking.
“Whoosh…”
A breeze blew, slightly carrying a chill.
Outside Sword Forging Manor, a figure suddenly appeared.
Black clothes, conical hat, long saber.
Walking step by step into Sword Forging Manor.
“He’s here…”
Ye Chunsheng abruptly stood up, a trace of excitement on his face.
“Swish”.
Countless gazes instantly fell on the man in black.
Everyone had a question in their minds.
Who was he?
“Wait, this outfit looks familiar… could he be…”
In the crowd, someone seemed to remember something, immediately widening their eyes, a look of shock on their face!
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