Zhang Laoxi

In an era brimming with noise, where danger and opportunity coexist, the practice of martial arts, various folk customs, strange tales, taboos, imperial courts, and the world of martial artists abound. Among these are the grandmasters, magical duels, ghostly encounters, divinations, invoking the divine, ritual plays, esoteric Buddhism, and the pursuit of immortality. 
In this diverse and complex world, where the three teachings intermingle and all kinds of people abound, the sphere of mysticism is filled with folklores and bizarre stories. 
It's a tumultuous time, where danger and opportunity exist side by side. 
Striding with his saber, Li Yan is determined to dispel all evil and embrace a world free from any taboo!

The Blade-Wielding Legend

Though dressed as a commoner, one could tell from his build and gait that he was a practitioner.


With a sycophantic expression, he spoke in a Ba Shu-accented Mandarin, quickly stepping forward with flattery, while stealthily pulling out a few taels of silver from his bosom, wanting to stuff them into the hands of the government officer.


However, the several government officers did not show any regard for his gesture.


The leading officer slapped away the silver in his hand and cursed furiously, "You're all acting so sneaky; obviously there's something wrong with you. Search them, and stay put!"


Two subordinates immediately stepped forward, one holding a long spear, the other leading a hunting dog, circling around the wagons.


Suddenly, the hunting dog began barking incessantly at one of the wooden carts.


Without a word, the spear-holding officer went straight up and stabbed.


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