Tu Liong once again had a golden opportunity to attack, but once again, he did not move.
The person wielding the saw-toothed sword seemed to understand very well that Tu Liong would not attack him from behind; thus, he dared to turn his body to face the newcomer.
But it turned out that this new opponent was not so easy to face.
Tu Liong only managed to see the person dodge his attack to the side, and in an instant, the saw-toothed sword sliced through empty air.
At the same time, he heard a shout: "Person with the surname Boh! Enough already, 'APA...' person with the surname Boh" Boh Tan-ping" Silently, Tu Liong felt very surprised.
Now he took the opportunity to grab his fallen weapon, which was only a piece, held it, and sliced off the hat worn by the person wielding the saw-toothed sword.
The hat was immediately thrown far away.
It turned out he was indeed Boh Tan-ping.
"Boh Tan-ping!" Tu Liong asked in a low, suppressed tone, "I have no grudge against you, why are you attacking me?" "I cannot accept your act of slipping a warning letter beside Miss Thiat-yan's pillow."
"Person with the surname Boh!" Initially, the newcomer seemed very emotional, but now suddenly he appeared calm, "you may leave."
"State your name!" "For what?" "So I can remember you in my heart." "Hiong-ki" Hiong-ki" Boh Tan-ping seemed to have heard this name before, he said nothing.
He immediately lowered his weapon and left.
Hiong-ki" Tu Liong, on the other hand, looked confused; he had never heard this name before.
Hiong-ki seemed to take something from inside his clothing.
He took out a yellow-colored item and then applied it to Tu Liong's wound; after that, he used a cloth to bandage the injury.
At this moment, Tu Liong tried to examine Hiong-ki closely.
He seemed to be about thirty years old.
His appearance was like that of a simple person, yet his eyes were very deep.
What stood out was that this person seemed like a brooder, storing many thoughts.
"Thank you." "In the face of injustice." (meaning: encountering someone in trouble, he couldn't just stand by) Hiong-ki answered briefly.
"What kind of medicine is this? I've never seen it before." "This is the 'golden-haired lion' plant that only grows in the southern region.
This plant grows everywhere, like a wild plant.
I don't need to spend money to get it.
This plant is very good for treating sword cut wounds." "Does Brother Hiong know the person with the surname Boh earlier?" "I've only heard of him." "He... what kind of person is he?" "He is a very loyal person.
All his life, he's only been loyal to one person.
He was once loyal only to a person named Tiat Liong-san, now he serves Thiat-yan." Hiong-ki seemed to understand all matters clearly. "I would like to invite Brother Hiong to drink wine and chat.
Of course, there are many things I want to ask you." Hiong-ki just laughed and said, "You've just been injured, can you still drink wine?" "I heard wine also has the ability to heal wounds," Tu Liong said, joining in laughter.
"It doesn't matter whether this saying is true or not, your good intentions have impressed me.
Let's go!" Wine might not necessarily have healing properties, but it certainly can break the ice between two people.
An awkward situation becomes lively, making newly acquainted people close like old friends.
Now, the wine has destroyed the gap between Tu Liong and Hiong-ki, and they have become close.
"Hiong-ki!" Tu Liong is now calling his new friend's name directly, "I feel more comfortable calling you this way, do you think I'm being impolite?" "Of course not." "I want to ask you something, but you may choose not to answer."
Hiong-ki remained silent.
When comparing the two, it was clear that Hiong-ki was more composed and mature than Tu Liong.
"Earlier, you didn't leave the fight; it was evident that you were constantly observing Boh Tan-ping's movements..." After pausing for a moment, he continued, "The hat worn by Boh Tan-ping was set very low; I couldn't recognize who he was.
But just by looking at him briefly, you could immediately identify him.
You called him 'person with the surname Boh,' wasn't that very clear?" "I heard rumors that you are very good at solving mysteries; it turns out those rumors are true." "Besides observing him, it seems you've also been paying attention to me."
"I admit it." Hiong-ki held his wine cup very steadily and then drank its contents.
This is a common gesture among warriors when they feel uncomfortable, clearly indicating that he did not want to talk much.
"Why?" Tu Liong did not want to let the opportunity slip by.
"I often pay attention to other people's business." "This answer is too reserved." "Tu Liong, what kind of answer would satisfy you?" "Intent... you often pay attention to other people's business; surely you have an intention." "Intent?" Hiong-ki repeated the word slowly, then explained, "This is my answer.
What is Thiat-yan's intent, having harmed four people but not yet harming Cu Siau-thian?" He has successfully disturbed and drawn you out into the open.
What is your intent?" "The answer is very simple." "Is it really that simple?" "Thiat-yan's intent in harming people is to avenge his father's old grudge.
My intent in coming out is to protect Cu Taiya.
He is my master.
The relationship we have is like that of a father to a son.
Not too different.
I don't want him to get hurt." "Is it really that simple?" "It really is that simple." "If it really is that simple, I'm no longer interested in this matter." Tu Liong remained silent for a long time.
He found that Hiong-ki had thoughts far surpassing his own.
Facing someone like this, he should speak less and listen more.
The problem is if he doesn't open his mouth, Hiong-ki won't open his mouth either: "It seems you already know a lot." "Not necessarily." "Don't deny it, if you didn't know a lot, how could you say that this matter isn't as simple as I think?" "If Thiat-yan harmed people only for revenge, why didn't he immediately leave Pakhia after harming those people?" "Because he still wants to harm one more person." "Cu Siau-thian?" "Exactly, in Thiat-yan's heart, Cu Siau-thian is the main target." "Wrong!" Hiong-ki's tone was very certain.
Tu Liong was surprised.
However, he tried not to show his shock.
He looked at Hiong-ki with a puzzled gaze, as if hoping to find a deeper mystery written on his plain and ordinary face.
Unfortunately, his expression showed no signs, like a blank sheet of paper.
Hiong-ki repeated his statement: "I dare say Thiat-yan will never harm Cu Siau-thian." This statement was made too hastily, too confidently.
Even Cu Siau-thian or Thiat-yan himself wouldn't dare to say this.
forever... this is a word that cannot be predicted and cannot be controlled.
In this world, there are no friends who remain friends forever, nor are there enemies who remain enemies forever.
What are Thiat-yan and Cu Siau-thian actually planning regarding this secret?
No one can guarantee that this relationship will never change.
"What are you actually trying to tell me?" "What do you think I'm trying to tell you?" "You seem to be trying to tell me that Cu Siau-thian and Thiat-yan are actually friends, not enemies." "If you think that way, you are also wrong." Tu Liong's face now turned red, in front of Hiong-ki, he seemed to know nothing.
How could his face not turn red?
"Have my words made you feel at a loss?" "I'm embarrassed." "This is my strength, also my weakness." "How so?" "On the positive side, I'm very straightforward.
On the negative side, my words are very unpleasant to hear.
But in any case, I prefer to speak unpleasant but straightforward words." "But from what I feel, your words were spoken recklessly." "If you say it like that, I'm also happy.
Not only you, but anyone would certainly doubt the conclusion I've made, yet they all lack the courage to say it.... Tu Liong! If you are willing to continue speaking like this to me, I want to ask you a few questions." "Alright...." Tu Liong responded quickly.
"In this world, who do you think is the most important person?" Of course, you don't count yourself." "Cu Taiya!" Tu Liong answered without much consideration "The reason?" "Because he has taken care of me until I grew up, my debt of gratitude to him is beyond measure."
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Glossary of Terms:**
1. **Tu Liong** - A character in the story, presumably a martial artist or protagonist.
2. **Boh Tan-ping** - Another character in the story, possibly an antagonist or rival.
3. **Thiat-yan** - A character mentioned in the story, connected to Boh Tan-ping.
4. **Hiong-ki** - A new character introduced, who aids Tu Liong and seems knowledgeable.
5. **Cu Siau-thian** - A target mentioned, possibly a significant character in the plot.
6. **Cu Taiya** - A character who is a master or guardian figure to Tu Liong.
7. **Tiat Liong-san** - A character from the past, possibly a master or influential figure.
8. **Pakhia** - A place or region referenced in the story.
9. **Singa berbulu emas** - A medicinal plant mentioned in the story, used for treating wounds.