"Senior sister, what is our mission this time?"
On the road, Ling Feng asked curiously.
"We're going to Yan City to kill someone."
"Who?"
"Number seventy-one on the Great Zhou's list of evil men: the flower thief, Hua Liuxiang."
Gu Linglong replied calmly, a hint of disdain evident in her eyes.
The Great Zhou's list of evil men is an official list released by the Great Zhou government, featuring wanted criminals with bounties exceeding 100,000 taels.
Some even have bounties exceeding a million!
Capturing just one would ensure a lifetime of comfort.
However, those who make it onto the list and have such high bounties are all quite skilled; apprehending them is no easy feat.
Countless bounty hunters have fallen victim to them.
"Hua Liuxiang is at the Martial Spirit Realm, with a bounty of 200,000 taels. He is notorious for his lecherous behavior, having harmed countless innocent women. It is said that he has been seen in Yan City recently, which is within the territory of our White Cloud Sect. We must execute him on the spot!" Gu Linglong said coldly.
Leng Ningshuang, standing beside her, also had a cold and indifferent expression.
As women, they naturally despised this kind of flower thief.
"I understand. I will do my best to assist both senior sisters," Ling Feng nodded.
Soon, three days passed, and the three arrived in Yan City.
Yan City is one of the largest and most prosperous cities within the territory of the White Cloud Sect, bustling with activity, with streets crowded with people.
Some were gathered in teahouses, discussing among themselves.
"Damn, last night, Miss Zhang from the Zhang family was abducted by that pervert Hua Liuxiang. This morning, she was found disheveled and lying at her family's doorstep. Unable to bear the shame, she just hanged herself at home."
"How despicable! Hua Liuxiang truly deserves to die a thousand deaths!"
"Exactly! If I catch him, I will definitely take his life!"
The crowd was filled with anger and resentment.
After entering the city, Leng Ningshuang and Gu Linglong also heard these rumors, their faces turning pale with anger, an icy killing intent radiating from them.
"How infuriating! We arrived too late and allowed this scoundrel to commit murder again."
Ling Feng felt a surge of anger as well.
"Let's go. We need to find the city lord first," Gu Linglong said.
The three headed towards the city lord's mansion.
On the way, many pedestrians turned to look.
Ling Feng wasn't surprised.
Gu Linglong and Leng Ningshuang were both exceptionally beautiful, with elegant attire and demeanor, naturally drawing attention as they walked.
However, he soon noticed something odd.
"Look at that young man! Which family is he from? He's too handsome! And his aura—my goodness, he's extraordinary!"
"Could he be a celestial descended from the heavens?"
"It's true, it's truly rare."
"He's so good-looking; if I could marry him, that would be amazing."
"Woo, this is the first time I've seen such a handsome young man. Why did I have to meet him and not be able to marry him? Doesn't that mean I'll regret it for life? Oh heavens, you are too cruel."
"I always thought I only liked women, but it seems I wouldn't mind a man like him..."
The voices of the crowd reached Ling Feng's ears.
He couldn't help but twitch his mouth.
Good heavens.
With two beautiful women right next to them, they were discussing him, a big man?
It was one thing for the women, but even those men were going wild over him?
Ling Feng shook his head in resignation.
However, Gu Linglong and Leng Ningshuang weren't surprised by this.
After all, in Qingyun Sect, Ling Feng was the center of attention wherever he went. Even the disciples of Qingyun Sect, who were accustomed to seeing beautiful men and women, were affected.
Let alone these ordinary citizens.
"Junior brother's charm is really growing. If he continues to mature over the next couple of years, won't he really become an immortal?"
"Tsk, I often hear poets talk about beauties from different dynasties who could topple cities with their looks. In my opinion, junior brother is the one truly capable of that."
The two women sighed quietly.
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the three of them arrived at the entrance of the city lord's mansion.
The city lord had long been informed of their arrival and came out personally to welcome them.
"You've finally arrived! If you had delayed any longer, Yan City would have been completely ravaged by that Hua Liuxiang," the city lord said with a bitter smile.
"Rest assured, city lord. Now that we are here, we will not allow Hua Liuxiang to commit any more crimes. We will definitely find a way to bring him to justice!" Gu Linglong stated solemnly.
Upon entering the city lord's mansion, they found that besides themselves, there was also a man in black in the main hall, his black attire adorned with a tiger with wings embroidered on it.
He had a tiger-headed dagger at his waist.
"The Great Zhou Flying Tiger Division!"
Gu Linglong's expression tightened.
The Flying Tiger Division is a specialized organization created by the Great Zhou to deal with martial artists.
"I am Wang Long from the Flying Tiger Division! I am the one who sent someone to invite the White Cloud Sect for assistance. Please advise me," Wang Long said, cupping his hands in greeting.
"There's no need for formalities, Captain Wang. Since Yan City is also within the territory of our White Cloud Sect, and that Hua Liuxiang is causing chaos here..."
Gu Linglong said, then exchanged information with Wang Long.
She learned that Hua Liuxiang had been causing trouble in Yan City for more than seven days.
However, the number of women harmed by him had already exceeded ten.
"This Hua Liuxiang, I've crossed paths with him before. He's not very old, probably just over twenty, but his cultivation has already reached the Martial Spirit Realm. He's indeed exceptional. The most crucial point is that he possesses a movement technique that is at least of Earth rank, making him elusive. It's rare to catch a glimpse of him at the same level," Wang Long said helplessly.
He was also a top-tier Martial Spirit Realm cultivator, yet he hadn't even brushed against the hem of Hua Liuxiang's clothing, showcasing how impressive the latter's skills were.
"Right, we understand that. But the problem is, with such a large Yan City, how do we draw him out?" Gu Linglong asked.
"We've already sent people to guard the homes of various unmarried young women in the city. As soon as he appears, they will send out a signal."
"That's too inefficient. Yan City is vast, and there are countless unmarried young women. Spreading our manpower thin like that makes it even harder to catch him. I have a better idea." Gu Linglong smiled slightly.
"Please, do share."
"This Hua Liuxiang prides himself on his romantic exploits, and the women he targets are all strikingly beautiful. If we present a stunning woman who could outshine all others, he would surely be tempted. Instead of passively defending, we should take the initiative to draw him out."
"That's indeed a good strategy, but where can we find such a stunning woman?" Wang Long frowned and asked.
"If I may be so bold, I think both of you ladies are as beautiful as celestial beings. If you are willing to lower yourselves, you might just draw Hua Liuxiang out," the city lord said at this moment.
"No way."
Ling Feng was displeased. "That's too dangerous! What if something happens to my senior sisters?"
"Thank you for your concern, junior brother." Gu Linglong smiled slightly and then spoke with righteous determination, "This task carries risks no matter who takes it. Instead of letting anyone else take on this risk, it's better for me to bear it myself."
Upon hearing this, Ling Feng couldn't help but admire Gu Linglong.
"As expected of my senior sister; truly chivalrous!"
Gu Linglong's smile widened even more.
Leng Ningshuang, standing nearby, felt a pang in her heart. "You, Gu Linglong, are using this method to gain my junior brother's favor!"
Unwilling to be outdone, she stepped forward. "Junior sister, such a dangerous task shouldn't fall to you. I am the senior sister; let me do it!"
"No, let me do it."
"I should do it!"