The young swordsman in dark blue clothing slowly walked along the road. His eyes were unfocused. Zhao Kuo had become famous for his blade skills from a young age, with hardly any defeats among his peers, yet he suddenly faced such a great upheaval. After parting ways with Li Yinxiang, he seemed somewhat lost. The renowned blade, Green Elegance, in his right hand suddenly seemed less sharp. His mind was a fog, the shadow of that strike replaying over and over, each time more fierce, each time more domineering. He stumbled forward, unaware of his surroundings, only realizing he had reached his master's front gate when he unconsciously stopped. Zhao Kuo looked up and saw the bold strokes forming "Huangfu," he smiled bitterly, unsure if he should enter. Just then, someone stepped out, walking briskly. Upon seeing Zhao Kuo, he exclaimed softly in surprise, paused, and said with a smile: "I was wondering why there was such a sharp essence outside the gate. Turns out it's Brother Zhao. You've come today to visit Third Uncle, haven't you?" Zhao Kuo's eyes regained clarity; he first returned a salute, called out to Huangfu Senior Brother, but then didn't know how to explain himself, so he nodded and shook his head, causing the man to laugh and say: "What's with this look? Never mind, since you're here, go in and visit Third Uncle. It's been some time since you've been here after all." Zhao Kuo's face showed a hint of shame, and finally, he nodded. Seeing the man seemed somewhat hurried, he curiously asked: "Is Huangfu Senior Brother off on urgent business?" The man chuckled and said, "What else could it be? Naturally, it's about the Jianghu duels, only three or four days away now. The name of Huangfu Tian is among the four great clans, so matters are increasing, and we've had less time to practice our blades." "Ha, that rascal Huangfu Xiong probably caught wind early and has been hiding far away. Even with repeated letters urging him, he runs faster by the day, hiding farther by the day, so we've had to give up." "If we keep urging him, he might just cross the borders and run off to the Northern Region." Zhao Kuo was amazed and said: "Even the Family Head of the Huangfu can't do anything?" The man seemed unbothered, laughed and said: "There's no helping it. There are tons of fathers in this world who can't manage their sons; he's not alone. This time even the wife got mad, but still, he hasn't come back, haha! That kid is cowed in the letters, but when it comes to running, he's relentless, apologizes earnestly, but refuses to change." Check latest chapters at NoveI~Fire.net "Haha, in this respect, he still shows a bit of the Huangfu flair!" "As for the reason, the four great clans might not be like branches of the same tree, but they do maintain some relations. This Jianghu duel happens once in a decade, and even the Dongfang Clan seems to be sending people here. The Xiahou Family, though in Jiangnan, is still closer than the Dongfang Clan." Zhao Kuo's expression involuntarily grew peculiar. And indeed, the man in front shook his head and sighed with a smile: "The Xiahou Family originally planned for Young Master Xiahou Xuan to accompany the Family Head here, but regrettably, his health is too frail. He vomited blood and fell unconscious days ago, leaving them no choice but to send his sister instead. Poor Huangfu Xiong has been chased like crazy by that girl since young, last time even hiding out on Qingfeng Edge." "Don't know who spread the rumors; it took much coaxing to bring him back this time, but now he's fled even farther. If I find out who, I won't forgive them." After a few words, Huangfu Guanhai slapped his forehead with a smile and said: "Never mind these trivial matters. When there's time, you and I as brothers can discuss them over wine. If I delay further, I'll be in trouble; my brother won't forgive me." Zhao Kuo crossed his hands in salute and said: "Senior Brother, please proceed; I shall go in to see the master now." Huangfu Guanhai waved with a hearty laugh, took the reins handed by his attendant, mounted the horse, and with a light tap of his heels, the steed neighed twice and shot forward. The attendant silently followed, blade strapped to his back, surprisingly not slowed at all. Zhao Kuo watched him leave, withdrew his gaze, glanced again at the renowned blade Green Elegance in his hand, feeling unsure of how to face his master. He hesitated a while, then sighed and walked inside. His mind was bleak at this moment, and being at the Huangfu Family, he relaxed his guard, so much so that he didn't notice the young lady hiding nearby. After he walked away, a girl stepped out from the shadows, her brows calm and refined. She was the one dragged out by Li Yinxiang, known as 'Young Hero Yang,' though now she had shed the male attire and was clad in a pale yellow dress. Though not trained in blade techniques, the Martial Arts Family naturally couldn't avoid cultivating Inner Strength, so despite the cold weather, she was unaffected. Her bright almond-shaped eyes looked curiously in Zhao Kuo's direction and softly exclaimed: "Mister Zhao? Why has he come here..." "Is he here to see Third Grandfather? Strange, strange..." A charming young maid pulled at Huangfu Qiuyang's clothes and said: "Miss, weren't we going to meet Miss Xiahou?" Huangfu Qiuyang came to her senses, no longer pondering why this disciple of the Huangfu Family had returned. Lifting her skirt slightly, she hurried off with her delicate lilac embroidered shoes. Upon leaving the gate, a carriage awaited them. After the two entered the carriage, they urged the driver to speed up. Although Xiahou Jie was one of the persons in charge for this major Xiahou Family event, naturally, it wouldn't be just her representing the family.