Chapter 2258 - 2261: Riding the Wind and Breaking the Waves

Jin City, at the port, when Shen Qiang embraced the shy Mermaid Princess Jinli Qianning, along with the charming Ye Guyun and the alluring Ke Bizhu, appearing on the deck of the luxurious yacht, the octopus monster Bao Laosan, dressed in a navy blue suit, respectfully said: "Boss, everything is ready, we can set off."

Hearing these words, Shen Qiang smiled and nodded, saying: "Thank you, Uncle Bao San. Besides you, let everyone else go back."

"Understood." Bao Laosan, formerly a Great Demon of Happiness Gate and now an elder of Heshenghe, responded briefly and then vanished.

Subsequently, Shen Qiang smiled at the bashful Qianning and instructed Ke Bizhu: "Set sail, then follow Bao Laosan's cargo ship."

"Understood." The sensually figured Ke Bizhu replied.

"Ye Guyun, go help out." Shen Qiang casually tossed a big bag of snacks to Ye Guyun and said: "Also, ensure security."

"Alright."

Ye Guyun put away the snacks.

Afterwards, Shen Qiang smiled slightly and said to the shy Mermaid Princess in his arms, "I think maybe now we can go upstairs and have a drink."

Mm!

The gorgeous Qianning shyly nodded.

Meanwhile, with the engines already started, Ke Bizhu drove the ship, the luxurious yacht cut through the waves as it left the port.

At the top deck of the luxurious yacht, against the refreshing sea breeze.

Jinli Qianning gently shook her head, letting her waterfall-like black hair flutter in the wind.

Shen Qiang poured a drink, handed her a glass, and then gazing at the bright lights in the distance under the night sky said: "What's wrong, are you unhappy? I won the championship for you, let's have a toast."

Jinli Qianning suddenly smiled and said: "You're the one who won the championship."

Shen Qiang chuckled and said: "That wasn't the original plan."

Qianning was silent for a moment, then sighed and said: "Actually, I'm a bit scared now, and also a bit expectant."

"What?" Shen Qiang asked in surprise.

Qianning looked at the sea and said: "I haven't returned for so long, and I tried to avoid all coasts because those powerful sea monsters kept tangling with me. That's why I went to Beijing. Now, returning with you, they'll be upset."

Shen Qiang laughed, gently clinked Qianning's glass, and said: "Then let's teach them a lesson."

Looking at Shen Qiang's smile, she suddenly became charming, and then gazed at the sea, saying: "I'll help you."

"Alright, cheers."

As the two drank the celebratory drink.

Airport.

With a chilly expression, Gong Ziyi wiped his blood-stained hands, boarded a small private plane with his people, then sat opposite Song Weiyin and said: "You can rest assured. The bounty hunters who came to kill you have been dealt with by me. With me here, no one can harm you."

Song Weiyin looked at him calmly and said: "Should I sincerely thank you?"

"No need." Gong Ziyi, with a cold expression, looked at Song Weiyin and said: "This is my respect for Shen Qiang because he asked me to protect you."

Hearing this, Song Weiyin laughed, saying: "You see him as an opponent yet help him, don't you find it ridiculous?"

Gong Ziyi raised an eyebrow and said: "In a lifetime, it's rare to have an opponent worth respecting. Moreover, the one who understands you the most is your enemy. From this perspective, maybe Shen Qiang is the only one in this world who understands me."

Hearing this, Song Weiyin chuckled and said: "Then why don't you just become friends?"

"It's too late." Gong Ziyi said calmly: "Both he and I are deeply involved now, and it's no longer just a personal feud between us. This is a blood debt, the sect cannot accept it, and neither can I. One of us has to win."

The plane was already on the runway.

Looking at Gong Ziyi, Song Weiyin sighed and said: "Is being the number one in the Cultivation World really that important? Isn't the Abyss all about discretion? Is it really necessary to fight tooth and nail for this?"

Gong Ziyi chuckled and said: "I'm glad to hear such words from you. You've grown up to be a stunning, charming woman. In fact, the title of Abyss Nobleman is indeed hollow."

"But, because my name is there, it represents undeniable authority. So whether it's doing business with other cultivators or resolving disputes, it's the most effective weapon."

"Do you understand? Most of the time, to solve a problem, just mentioning my name is enough, and that's the benefit brought by fame."

Song Weiyin was silent and said: "Shen Qiang is the Medicine King, and you are the Abyss, between you..."

"Someone has already used his prestige to challenge my face."

"Who?" Song Weiyin was astonished.

"You." Gong Ziyi said coldly and calmly: "Plus Ji Liangchuan from Long Chang, and Bai Shiyi from Cheng Xinyi."

Song Weiyin laughed, then her expression gradually turned cold and said: "So the conflicts between you are not just because of me."

"Initially, they were." Gong Ziyi said: "At first, I just wanted to see what kind of person dared to pursue you. He injured me, then the War God of Dragon Group took the opportunity to mock my grandfather, making it known throughout the Cultivation World."

"Still a matter of pride." Song Weiyin said.

Gong Ziyi chuckled: "Pride is useless, but in this world, there are two kinds of people who live by it: one is politicians, the other is people like me and Shen Qiang. We can only win, not lose, because we're in high positions, with many enemies. If we lose, countless people will rush in to kick us when we're down."

Song Weiyin was silent for a moment and said: "What if you join forces?"

"The Cultivation World doesn't need two kings." Gong Ziyi smiled and then said: "So between him and me, only one can remain, and some blood debts must be repaid."

Song Weiyin smiled faintly and said: "I knew you when I was a teenager. Back then, though you were arrogant, you were reasonable. Now you don't even talk sense."

Gong Ziyi laughed and said: "Back then, you were as elegant as a wildflower in the field, like a fresh green apple on a tree, pure and simple, at a glance."

"Can't see through now?" Song Weiyin raised her eyebrows.

Gong Ziyi laughed: "Still can see through, you sit beside me, yet your heart is still thinking about Shen Qiang. I'm even wondering if Shen Qiang said something to you, otherwise you wouldn't want to say a word to me."

Song Weiyin laughed softly: "Indeed, the one who understands me most is my enemy."

Gong Ziyi laughed and said: "Think what you will, I love you above all else, but that doesn't mean I'll be a fool in front of you. Also, don't think Shen Qiang is invincible. In fact, any of my four family generals could kill him, and he's also destined not to survive tonight because there's trouble at his Heshenghe, he must rush back."