Dual Sword God - Chapter 36: Dai Lin's Fame, Hui Ying Visits

The night quickly faded as dawn arrived once more.

Within the circle of experts in Machen Town, a saying was now flowing amongst its grapevine. It was a rumor that could only be described as preposterous if spoken to the upper class of Bright Flame Kingdom and even more so to the ears of certain parties.

Within a crowded bar, around a small table sat four unremarkable individuals, each of whom wore similar uniformed garments. As they sat and ate they discussed the various rumors that are common to the masses, however, it was not too long before their conversation reached the latest and most exciting news flowing around.

"I've heard a rather strange rumor recently." said one of the figure.

"Eh? What's it this time?" replied another form as the rest looked on in interest.

"Well, it's like this, it appears that a new expert is going around these parts. They said that he is so powerful that he does not lose even when compared to the top tier talents within this kingdom. In fact, I heard that yesterday at the battle arena some unexpected characters made their appearances known. Rumor has it that each of these individuals where of the highest class in both our kingdom and on the outside, even superior talents ranking on the kingdoms [Bright-Flame-Listing] were involved." said the figure as he drank his morning tea.

"What? A new expert, and high brass characters appearing within this small town. You expect me to believe your nonsense!" shouted the other figure as he looked towards the man slightly annoyed.

"Enough! Let's finish hearing the story. You may continue Brother Bu! What does this expert have to do with those characters?" said a relatively larger individual.

"Em! They say that this expert was so powerful he suppressed the two competing for the Champion Title by himself while he was under constrained conditions. The high-class characters who saw the scene were stunned as they had wanted to hold a competition with their retainers against promising individuals at the arena. However, with just the expert's slight show of strength, it alone was enough to deter any further thoughts of competition." replied the man with a look of awe visible on his face.

A look of shock could be seen over on one the individual's faces as he inquired "How could this be? Who is this expert and What is his Title?"

Hearing this an odd smile came on the other figure face as he hesitated for a moment before speaking once more. "He is called Dai Lin, Dai Lin of the Blue Thunder!"

Hearing the arrogance and might behind the Title an individual couldn't help but feel warm-blooded, he looked towards the speaker and asked: "Since he's a rogue expert he should not have any affiliation to any influences. Did he join any of the influential characters?"

At his question, the figure smiled as he replied: "This is where the rumor gets more interesting, It was said that after his battle on the Blue Thunder Dai Lin then left with another individual whom he addressed as Young Master."

"Another Big Figure and Who might this fellow be?" asked the large form with curiosity in his eyes.

"Rumor says that he is known as Machen Town's number one mischief doer, Feng Yu of the Feng Clan."

"What!" said the figures as they shouted together in unison.

Seated in a remote corner and overhearing their conversation was a guy dressed in a sleeveless shirt while wearing loose-fitting long pants and a wooden sandal. He was about two meters tall and had a muscular physique black hair and a hard face, hung high on top of his back was a large and odd looking bow.

"Heh! It looks like Brother Yu has quite the interesting reputation, even his retainers are of a different scale. Blue Thunder Dai Lin..." he muttered as he slowly picked himself up and made his way out of the pub towards the northern district of Machen Town.

******

Within the Feng Residency, Inside of Feng Yu's room.

A Youngman sat calmly while using his two index fingers to do swordplay, shooting sharp sword energy towards a large wooden dummy. His fingers moved like blurs leaving myriads of images around his entire form creating an elusive scene. After he finished, the wood dummy soon collapsed and turned into a pile of lumber.

"Its as I thought, my power doubles when I stimulate my sword realm with two mediums of choice. Hmm, my sword realm has also promoted vaguely as well just one step away from the 'One With Sword.'" said Feng Yu as he inspected the budding Sword Seed within his sea of consciousness that was now 9.9 inches long.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

"Come In..." said Feng Yu as he returned from his sea of consciousness and focused his vision towards the door.

Creak!!

As the door opened, a blue-haired man wearing black gi robes with black wrappings around his arms and legs entered the room. He had a sizeable black bamboo hat on his covering the upper section of his head and an engraved symbol of the sun behind a mountain on the left side of his battle gi robes.

Following behind him were two individuals who were all wearing a similar set of clothing only they did not wear bamboo hats, a rough-looking young man who had short silver hair and a sharply sculpted face stood beside a beautiful young woman with jade colored hair. As Feng Yu saw them, he couldn't help but smile.

"How do you like the environment of my Feng Clan? And how is the uniform to your liking?" asked Feng Yu.

"We... We found no issues in our stay yesterday Young master Yu!" replied Miren Fei a bit flusteredly.

"The uniform is fine it feels as if it can withstand the attacks of many Body Training realm practitioners," said Lang Kuang excitedly as he pinched the corners of his battle gi.

Hearing this Feng Yu smile as he replied "Of course, they were made yesterday by our clan's number one tailor. It's said that she used the skin of a Tier 2 essence beast known as the Armored Boar."

"An... Armored Boar!!!" shocked by what they just heard both Lang Kuang and Miren Fie exclaimed in surprise.

"This... This Young master----" as if feeling the uniform was worth too much for them they both wanted to reject the outfit, however, they were quickly interrupted.

"It's fine. You are going to be my forces, after all, it's only natural that I equip you appropriately. Now then, as we all know through our own life experiences, there is nothing that comes without a cost." as Feng Yu said this, he tossed two strangely designed jade slips towards both Lang Kuang and Miren Fei.

Swish. Swish. Pat. Pat.

Quickly grabbing their slips from the air, they both send their wills to inspect the contents. As Feng Yu saw them read he continued to elaborate. "As members of my forces, you will have the right to be trained with every effort through to use of my family's resources, that is, until we go off on our own to explore this land. At that point, I will be the one providing for your training. Your duties are simple. It is to protect me from unexpected dangers as well as to seek out more talented individuals whom can be of aid to our group."

As he said this, he looked towards them to see their expression noticing that were still in a state of pondering he continued to speak. "We will also need various talented individuals with all sorts of skill sets, such as information gathering, assassination, etc. As for your issues, once our forces grow to a sizeable scale, you will have the right to command the portion of my forces you control to go and handle your personal affairs. Now then, what do you choose? Will you join my forces or will you recline? If you choose to accept, sign the contract with your blood. If not, you may burn the contract and keep the uniform as a sign of my goodwill."

Dai Lin looked towards them in silence as he stood quietly to the side of Feng Yu, Lang Kuang and Miren Fei thought for a short moment before facing each and nodding then replying to Feng Yu's question.

"We will accept Young master Yu's terms!" as they replied they both bite their fingers and dripped a drop of blood unto the Jade slip.

Puuiiiii!!!

A small will descended from the heavens within the room as the two slips turned to beams of light that formed a tri-way connection with Feng Yu and both Miren Fei and Lang Ku. After a short while, the phenomena faded and a small marking appeared on both the necks of Miren Fei and Lang Kuang.

"Our binding contract is now completed, Welcome to Dawnwing!" said Feng Yu as he smiled towards his two new retainers.

"We greet our master!" said Lang Kuang and Miren Fei while bowing politely.

"Dai Lin..." said Feng Yu.

"At Young Master's call!" replied Dai Lin.

Swish!

Tossing a small storage ring towards Dai Lin, Feng Yu then walked towards the room door while speaking. "Within that storage ring is roughly 10 thousand low-grade essence stones, You may use that to aid Lang Kuang and Miren Fei in their cultivation, as they are now directly under your command. For now, do not seek any more members for Dawnwing as what we need to do now is to build up the strength of our core members firmly." as he said this, he had already reached the door and stepped out heading towards the nearby courtyard.

"As Young master Yu wishes!" replied Dai Lin as he placed the storage ring on his finger and looked towards his two new subordinates.

*****

As Feng Yu made his way towards his usual spot for training a loud commotion could be heard at the front gate, feeling puzzled he decided to see what the disorder was about. As he reached the gate, he couldn't help but get a little bit excited as he heard a familiar voice.

"I told you before. I am a friend of the Young master Yu in your clan. All you have to do is send my message, and he will naturally come and see me!" shouted Hui Ying as he looked towards the stubborn guard who seemed to be in a bad mood.

"Humph! I don't believe it, you're probably just another one of those punks looking to make it big. Boy, if you don't get lost now don't blame me for being merciless!!" said the familiar looking guard as he gripped his pike firmly with a sharp look in his eyes.

As Hui Ying heard this, he couldn't help but relieve a hint of bloodlust deep from his eyes, just as soon as he was about to take action a voice could be heard.

"STAND DOWN!!!!" the voice said.

Hearing the voice, the guard started trembling as he bowed his head politely towards the approaching figure.

"Brother Ying! Sorry to cause such an inconvenience," said Feng Yu with a slightly embarrassed smile.

"Brother Yu! No worries it's my bad after all, I should have let you known I was gonna visit beforehand." Hui Ying hearing this couldn't help but laugh it off as he replied.

"Come! Let's talk inside," said Feng Yu as he gestured to follow him while walking through the gate, as he passed the guard whose head was still held down he spoke in a solemn manner.

"I hope there won't be the next time..."

As he heard this, the guard promptly kneeled and replied: "Young... Young master Yu, I can assure you that this will not happen again!"

After a while they both arrived at the guest hall, quickly seating themselves Feng Yu then asked the nearest servant to gather some liquor as well as to prepare a meal.

"Brother Ying! What brings you here today? I thought you would have come only to head straight towards selections." said Feng Yu as he looked towards Hui Ying.

Hearing his question, Hui Ying smiled "Well that was the plan but who would have thought that I'd have come across a few interesting rumors when staying at a pub."

"Rumours?" said Feng Yu puzzledly.

Seeing this Hui Ying laughed "Ha Ha! You don't know the rumors flowing about the town, about the troublemaker of the Feng Clan hiring an overpowered expert bodyguard?"

Hearing this Feng Yu smiled wearily "I didn't even think I was still bearing such a useless reputation. It seems I had forgotten about it, but by a bodyguard, you couldn't possibly have meant Dai Lin right? "

Hui Ying smiled and said teasingly "You're disrespectful! it's Dai Lin of the Blue Thunder!"

Hearing this Feng Yu felt sour slightly as commented "Blue Thunder Dai Lin!! To think my servant would have a better title than me."

Seeing his distressed appearance Hui Ying couldn't help but laugh at his misfortune, shorty the sound of both individuals laughing could be heard within the guest hall. Finally, the servant arrived and served both of them the Feng Clans top class liquor while she shared a place of food to both of them. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

After she left, Hui Ying looked towards Feng Yu once more while sipping his liquor and spoke: "Truth is there's also another matter which I came to find out about while resting at a pub."

"Oh! And what's that?" said Feng Yu as he also drank his liquor.

"It's about the famous Mystery Pavillion Auction" as Hui Ying said this he took out a piece of jade slip and passed it on to Feng Yu in a secretive manner. Taking the sheet up and inspecting it Feng Yu soon became shocked.

Dual Sword God - Chapter 35: Dai Lin's Strength, I'm Just a Passerby!

Within the Feng Manor, Inside the Main Hall.

The mood in the Feng Clan was a solemn one, as all the core elders and members had gathered to the meeting hall for an emergency meeting. Seated at the head of the table was Feng Yunlong and Feng Junling while Elder Duan and Elder Chen sat to the right and left sides respectively. Currently, they were discussing the methods to scout the groups hidden within Machen Town.

"Reporting to Clan Leader, Supreme Elder, and Elders, so far we have found trails regarding the followers of the Prince of the Bright Flame Kingdom and the genius of Western Shengyin Kingdom. With regards to Tang Wu and Xin Qing, while we have yet to locate their forces, we do have some trails." said a man dressed in black with a hawk-masquerade mask on his face.

Hearing his report the elders relieved pondering expressions after a few moments of time Elder Chen asked another question "What about the group from the Southern Wasteland? Who are they and where are their remaining followers?"

Feng Yunlong, Feng Junling and the rest of the members looked towards the man with the hawk-masquerade mask once more.

Hearing the question about the unknown youth from the Southern Wasteland, the hawk-masquerade masked man smiled wearily as he replied: "Replying to Elders and Core Members, after deploying the zero team we have found no further information could about the group from the Southern Wasteland, it's as though they are wrapped in a thick layer of mystery. Subordinate assumes that they are from a very complex organization with strict training as they have left no trails to follow or glean information. "

"Hmmm..." Feng Yunlong frowned as he heard the reply and started to tap his finger on the table while in thought.

Tap. Tap. Tap.

The elders went silent as they saw the Clan Leaders expression. Soon, however, Feng Junling having thought of something decided to speak. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

"Brother, there is no point in excessively pondering over the unknown, even if they pose to be a variable. They would still not know about our bottom line, in fact, no one does, and that is our basis of counter assault during the unexpected. If we worry about such small fry then how would we have the face to go back to the sacred domain?"

Hearing Feng Junling speak the mood soon turned a bit lighter as Elder Duan added "Ha Ha! Supreme Elder Junling speaks right. Why should we the Feng Clan fret about anyone from this land."

All of the elders and core members who heard him had confident smiles on their faces as they joined in.

Hearing this Feng Yunlong sighed "Fine! We will not deploy excessive manpower to scout them. Instead, we will keep an eye out for unexpected changes. Tell the crimson-mask unit 1 to report any changes." as he spoke he looked towards the man with the hawk-masquerade mask.

"By your command!" replied the hawk-masquerade masked man.

Sou!

With a sway of his body, he transformed into a blur disappearing from the courtyard altogether. After which Feng Yunlong looked towards the elders and core members and spoke once more.

"Even though we were once powerful and stood amongst the very best of this world, it does not do us any good to become overconfident because we have regained some of our pros. It would do us good to have a certain degree of caution especially towards the unknown!" Feng Yunlong said in a solemn tone.

Soon, everyone became silent as they realized their mistakes a moment ago, even the martial crazy supreme elder Feng Junling kept quiet as he stared at his brother with a slightly embarrassed look.

Seeing their expression of understanding their wrongdoings Feng Yunlong smiled and clapped his hand together.

"Good! Now that we have got that over with, we can begin the next phase of our meeting," said Feng Yunlong as he took to reach for a scroll within his storage ring.

"Clan Leader, but what of the kids at the battle arena. Do we send aid to Little Yu'er?" asked Elder Chen as his hands stroked his beard.

Hearing Elder Chen's question everyone focused their visions to the Feng Yunlong once more, Feng Junling looked towards Feng Yunlong and nodded silently. Seeing this Feng Yunlong smiled as he moved his sight to the hall window bypassing the Feng Mansion Walls and myriad of buildings traveling all the way to battle platform.

"Yu'er will be fine..." he said in a confident tone.

******

The scene at the battle arena was a 'shocking' one indeed.

The essence of pure electricity gathered and surrounded the figure of a blue-haired man, looking at him from a distance it seemed as if a lightning deity had descended to the mortal plane. Thunderous crackling noises sounded like an almost endless amount of lightning snaked around the battle platform surrounding another two gaping figures who stood still momentarily.

Dai Lin smiled as he thought to himself "So, it seems my conjecture was true I could manipulate my new lightning essence power to a certain degree. Hmm, let's call this move <Prison of Thunder>. "

Feng Yu seeing this scene became filled with surprise as he pondered "Could it be that Dai Lin has an astounding Lightning Physique that could allow him to grasp the power of lightning as if it was second nature? What type of body is this?" he thought to himself as he observed Dai Lin's reasonably decent control of his lightning essence-energies.

The talents and other hidden geniuses watching were also surprised as they looked at each other and revealed pondering expressions.

"Who? Who is this guy?" said Xuan Bei as he looked towards Dai Lin with a bit of apprehension.

"Incredible skill, his current momentum is no weaker than my servants," said Tang Wu as he looked towards the group standing at his previously located corner.

Xin Qing looked at Dai Lin with puzzled eyes she couldn't help but cast her gaze towards Feng Yu seated in the distance. As if sensing something Feng Yu turned and glanced towards Xin Qing with a smile on and his face, after giving a quick wink he focused his vision back to the platform.

Seeing the random stranger, she glanced at sensed her gaze Xin Qing felt surprised she pondered to herself "What's their relationship?"

Tang Wu noticing Xin Qing's unusual silence asked "Little Sister Qing, what's troubling you?" he asked as he relieved a slight expression of concern.

"It's nothing!" said Xing Qing as she focused her gaze back towards the battle platform.

The Southern Wasteland Youth who noticed this also send a vision to Feng Yu but seeing that the later did not have any response he focused his sight back on the battle platform.

Lang Kuang and Miren Fie soon recovered from their shocked state, as they saw the clusters of snakelike lightning essence surrounding them. Quickly, Lang Kuang was the first to take action.

"Wolf Transformation!!!!!!" Lang Kuang roared as if calling on energies of heaven and earth instantly his body began to change as furry white silver hair soon appeared on his skin, as his eyes became dyed with a shade of light-red.

A silvery-white essence power erupted from his body giving him the battle prestige of a peak 8 Tier practitioner. Seeing this Feng Yu was surprised as he exclaimed inwardly "A Special Physic! And it seems as if it's no way inferior to a lesser bloodline. Good talent! I wonder, could the body of Dai Lin also be a different kind of special physique as well?" as he pondered he continued to observe the scene on stage.

As he finished his transformation Lang Kuang position himself in wolf stance looking as if was transformed into a wolf itself preparing to pounce on his prey. Miren Fei seeing this jumped back as her body began to turn the color of Jade. Soon, she reached the edge of Dai Lin's <Prison of Lightning>, and the clusters of lightning surrounding them started to bombard her figure with torrents of lightning.

Crackle!!! Ziiiizizzzz!!!!! Ka-Bang!!

As the lightning strikes collided with her body the Jade-like skin that covered her body started to weaken at an alarming rate as the color slowly began to fade away.

"Argh!! It's not good I have to get out now!!" as she realized that the situation wasn't too good, she roared and quickly made a swaying movement with her body still airborne twirling until she finally made her way out of Dai Lin's <Prison of Lightning>.

Klank!

As if metal collided with the hard floor of the battle platform, her feet left deep imprints as she landed a few meters away from the edge of the arena. Standing at that distance, she then raised her hand and pointed her finger towards Dai Lin.

"My <Jade Mirror Arts - Jade Form> was almost completely destroyed by his strange lightning prison. If I was one second too late I would have been severely injured," said Miren Fei as she looked at Dai Lin with a slight amount of fear.

Dai Lin seeing this was surprised as she had successfully managed to make her way out of his <Prison of Lightning> despite having such low cultivation. However, he no longer paid her any attention as he looked at the white silver wolfman in front of him with expectation. He pointed his left hand's finger towards Lang Kuang and spoke while gesturing with his finger.

"Come!..." said Dai Lin.

Hearing his calling Lang Kuang waisted no time as he gathered his essence power into his fist and lunched towards Dai Lin transforming into a blur of silver-white light.

Swoosh!!!!

"Arcane Wolf Style - Explosive Wolf Fist!!!!!" Luang Kuang roared as the silver-white essence-energies formed an ethereal wolf shade above his fist.

"Arroouuu!!!!!!!" with the sound of a wolf's howl the attack launched itself towards Dai Lin.

Seeing this Dai Lin reacted quickly, in instantly transformed into a blue streak of lightning making his way around the offensive assault of Lang Kuang and arriving at his unguarded back.

Flash! KA-BOOM!!!!!!!

With a loud explosion, the <Prison of Thunder> soon exploded from the collision caused by the <Explosive Wolf Fist> scattering groups of lighting essence-energies across the platform.

"Your strength is good, but it won't do you any good if you cant hit me!" said Dai Lin as he formed a palm with his left hand while his right hand was still firmly balancing the spoon on its index finger.

"Now then, try my <Shock Palm>" as Dai Lin said this some of the lightning essence-energies that were scattered from the destroyed <Prison of Thunder> started to gather towards his palm illuminating it with a small field of electrical energy.

Ziizzizizi!!!!

"Not Good!!!!" as if sensing the danger coming from behind him Lang Kuang tried to react, but it was too late.

Swish!!

Dai Lin's palm shot through the air like lightning itself as it swiftly made its way to his back just one inch from connecting with Lang Kuang. Realizing that he could not avoid it in time Lang Kuang could only grit his teeth as he prepared to bear the brunt of the technique. However, in his moment of despair, a voice soon flowed within his mind awakening him from his desperate straights. Quickly, he gathered all his power to turn himself to face Dai Lin's attack.

"Eh? Want to take my <Shock Palm> directly you're asking for trouble!" said Dai Lin as he saw Lang Kuang turned around to face his attacker.

Ka-Bang!! Zizziiiiiii!!!!!!!!!

As Dai Lin's palm collided with Lang Kuang, a shockwave filled with torrents of electricity spread across the battle platform. Lang Kuang felt as if he was being run through by thousands of volts of lightning his entire body started to make popping noises as if he was being fried.

"Urrooaagghhhhh!!!!!!!!!" Lang Kuang roared then he gritted his teeth fiercely as he used all his willpower to grab Dai Lin's left hand.

"You!" realizing Lang Kuang's determination Dai Lin felt something was wrong, but it was too late.

Miren Fie who was still outside of the lightning prison finally made her move. She condensed all the jade-like essence-energies into her index finger as she accurately aimed it at the spoon on top of Dai Lin's right index finger.

"Humph! Dare to ignore me!! <Jade Mirror Arts> - Mirror Form: Jade Lightning Strikes!!!!" she shouted as a ray of condensed green lightning shot forth from her fingertip towards the spoon on top of Dai Lin's index finger.

Ziiziziiiiiiiiiiii!!!!!!!

As if it didn't need to wait for time describe its speed, the green streak of lightning vanished as soon as it appeared leaving behind only a clinking sound of an object hitting the ground.

Clink! Clink!

Seeing this Lang Kuang had a smile on his face as collapsed on the floor breathing heavily.

Dai Lin looked at the spoon on the floor with a smile on his face, he then looked at the two individuals on the battle platform and clapped.

Clap! Clap!

"Well Done! This is what I wanted to see your teamwork, you've earned the right to meet my Young master, follow me! " as he said this he transformed into a streak of blue thunder once more appearing beside Feng Yu.

Lang Kuang and Miren Fei seeing this felt slightly surprised in their hearts as they didn't think such a powerful expert was actually under someone's command. Promptly, they got off the platform while slowly constraining their injuries with their essence-energies.

The audience seeing this felt shock, as they recalled his last words.

"Young master! You're telling me that such an expert is the subordinate of another!!" said Xuan Bei as he looked towards the seated Feng Yu in shock and then envy while thinking to himself with an arrogant and confident look on his face.

"It does not matter, who can I Xuan Bei not be able to get at my side in this kingdom." as he said this he looked towards Mistress Xuan and sent a mental transmission.

Mistress Xuan hearing his request smiled while replying "Fine! If it's Bei Child's wish, then it shall be done."

"You there, Come here! " she said as she pointed towards the towering figure who upon hearing her shout promptly made his way over and while bowing politely.

"This servant greets madam!" he said politely.

"Find out all you can about that lightning rouge cultivator immediately, and get this to Captain Niu," she said as she tossed a jade slip towards the towering figure and no longer paid any attention to him.

"Understood!" the figure said after which he transformed into a blur as he rushed outside of the square.

"It seems that I was wrong about him, his strength has already far surpassed the leagues of my servants. It would seem that he's also already someone's follower. Hmm, no matter, it looks like I'll need to keep on my toes at the selections." said Tang Wu as a strange smile came on his face when looking at Feng Yu.

The Southern Wasteland Youth had a bright light in his eyes as he looked at Dai Lin standing beside Feng Yu he looked towards one of his followers and nodded his head.

Swish!

The follower vanished.

Ji Weng couldn't help but frown when he saw Dai Lin walking towards Feng Yu, he looked towards a random man sitting in a corner and murmured some words. As the man saw Ji Weng and heard his transmission, he got up slowly and made his way out of the square.

Feng Yu looked towards Dai Lin and nodded as he commended "Dai Lin, your strength has exceeded my expectations. Well done, are you sure you still want to partake in the games of these young masters and mistresses?"

Hearing this Dai Lin pondered for a moment as he replied "Young master Yu, I have decided to finish consolidating my realms strength first. It seems that my comprehension towards effectively utilizing my <Heavenly Shocking Circuit Art> is still a bit limited." as recalled the scene of Lang Kuang's attack destroying his <Prison of Thunder>.

"Fine then we are leaving as I've already seen enough!" said Feng Yu as he received his chair and looked at the two injured fellows behind Dai Lin.

"Do you seek strength?" Feng Yu said.

Hearing his question both Lang Kuang and Miren Fei looked at each other then replied.

"Yes, we do!" they replied in unison.

"Good! Then follow me back to my home where I will enlighten you," said Feng Yu as he started to make his way out of the square followed by Dai Lin was the two of them began to walk in a unique pattern. Seeing this Lang Kuang and Miren Fei also followed suit.

Xin Qing who was observing for a while couldn't help but walk over towards Feng Yu inquiringly.

Seeing the pretty young miss walking towards him Feng Yu revealed a curious expression as he gestured towards Dai Lin who then moved towards the side. As she saw that, Xin Qing's curiosity only continued to grow more she looked at Feng Yu and asked. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

"Who are you? Fellow Daoist!" her voice even though it was small resounded throughout the now quiet field as everyone was now observing Feng Yu.

Even the talents were quiet as they observed this unknown stranger.

"It's!! What's he doing here?" said a familiar looking peddler as looked at Feng Yu in shock.

Feng Yu smiled and replied "Me?..."

He then looked at everyone in the field and then focused his gaze back on Xin Qing to speak once more.

"I'm just a passerby!"

Dual Sword God - Chapter 34: Trouble at the Arena, An Unexpected Gathering

Within Machen Town, Inside of the Arena Square.

The mood went dark as a towering figure soon made his way towards the platform, following behind him were two individuals with different behaviors. As he reached the center of the audience, the towering figure promptly pulled out two decorated chairs from his storage ring neatly placing them on the ground near the battle platform. He then calmly went to the side and watched to two individuals seat themselves.

Suddenly, one of the individuals focused their vision on the two combatants on the platform and clapped his hands together.

Clap! Clap!

As if backed by a strange power the soundwave of the clap instantly traversed the square causing a few weaker practitioners to spit blood and the stronger ones to feel slightly uncomfortable.

"Hello! Hello! Everyone, so far your performance was rather mediocre. So this Young master would like to offer a new rule to this game." said the arrogant looking young man.

"Hehehe! Xuan Bei, if you keep acting like this everywhere you go you're bound to get into trouble." said the voluptuous Young woman beside him as she snickered.

"Humph! In my Bright Flame Kingdom, what can this Young master not do?" said Xuan Bei, he then looked towards the towering figure who was quietly standing by the side as a smirk came on his face.

"If anyone is capable of defeating this servant of mine. I will grant that person the right to follow me on my path to glory." Xuan Bei said as he glanced around at the individuals especially the two people on the stage.

"What the hell is this? Who the hell does this guy think he is?" said a practitioner who was disturbed by their sudden appearance.

"Yeah, do they think this arena belong to them? They can randomly waltz on over an start barking rules." said another.

As the practitioners and locals started to complain, Lang Kuang and Miren Fei halted their battle as they looked over at the figure with a displeased expressions.

"Oh! Look what we have here, to think I'd meet my first of these 'hidden visitors' so quickly." Feng Yu said with a smile on his face he then looked towards Dai Lin and nodded.

"Understood!" said Dai Lin.

Flash!

With a flash, he transformed into a streak of lightning as he headed outside of the battle arena, as Feng Yu continued to observe the scenario in front of him with interesting. With a flip of his wrist, he took out a scarlet chair from his storage ring and sat while observing.

Bang!!

"Mother Fu--er!! Who do you think you are? You dare to harm my girl! I will kill you!!!!!!" shouted an enraged practitioner who had seen his companion cough out a mouth full of blood because of the clap. His energies instantly rose to the peak of 7 Tier Body Refinement and with a sway of his body, he swiftly traversed the distance of a few meters as he launched his assault towards Xuan Bei.

Seeing this scene, Mistress Xuan sneered as she thought inwardly: "How foolish? A local bumpkin like you wants to beat Bei Child no different from seeking his demise."

Looking the guy in front of him Xuan Bie frowned as a look of disdain came across his face, without even moving his arms he looked towards the towering servant. Without waiting for his master to command the towering man rushed out and cut off the path of the assaulting man.

"Daring to get into my Young master's way, truly seeking death! Allow me to send you off. " As he said this the towering figure gathered all the energy he could into his right palm and launched out a swift and overbearing attack towards the assaulting practitioner.

Bang-ka!!! Swoosh!!!!!

With a loud sound, the body of the practitioner was soon sent hurling through the air as he flew out of the square crashing into a shop in the distant street. The servant soon blew his fist as he left his combat stance. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

"Hissing...."

Seeing the power of the servants attack the crowd couldn't help but draw in a breath of fresh snowy air. Feng Yu who was observing couldn't help but raise his eyebrows slightly as he muttered "Oh... Innate Divine Power, very interesting. I wonder how many more surprises I'll see ." As he said this, he scanned his vision around the crowd and noticed a few individuals who seemed unmoved towards the scene.

"If the tiger moves, the dragon will uncoil," said Feng Yu as he continued to observe.

"Ha Ha Ha! Well Well if it isn't Little Prince Xuan, what did you come here to make? It seems your Armstrong has made a few breakthroughs compared to our last meeting. " said a swarthy youth with a bald head who wore luxurious robes.

"Prince, it can't be! Could he be the kingdom's Xuan Bei!!!" replied an observing practitioner.

"What! How can the prince be here? Just what is going on?" said another.

Seeing this Youngman Xuan Bei expression fluctuated slightly, but soon it became filled with arrogance once more as he replied: "Hmm, I didn't think Brother Ji Weng would have been visiting my Bright Flame Kingdom, how was the journey from the Western Regions?"

Hearing his reply, Ji Weng smiled "It was quite a wonderful journey, mark there were some 'nuisances.' However, my team and I made it here in one piece." as he said this, he couldn't help but eye the surroundings for a bit and with a smirk on his face called out loudly.

"Since so many of us have gathered why not come out and greet each other!!"

The crowd in the arena hearing this couldn't help but be surprised, as they looked around at the each other. Shortly, though, a few individuals started to reveal themselves to the open.

A sturdy looking young man with short black hair and wearing a red battle gi walked out. He was shouldering a giant blade on his back as he crossed his arms together and looked towards Ji Weng then replied: "Humph! The Western Region's number one genius dares to interfere with Bright Flames Kingdom's matters. I wonder if you think that you have the right to make any speech here."

The people seeing him were shocked "Tang Wu!!!!".

"What's he doing here? Why would he pay attention to the battle arena?" said a few practitioners as they observed the number one genius from the [Bright-Flame-Listing].

Seeing a fellow member of the kingdom Xuan Bei felt happy he greeted "Brother Wu, I didn't know you were in the vicinity. If so I'd have found you earlier, and we would have made our way here together. "

Hearing the Friendly address used by Xuan Bei, Tang Wu frowned as he snorted with a hint of disgust "Humph!" no longer paying any attention to him he focused his gaze back to Ji Weng.

Xuan Bei seeing this also frowned and muttered "Chet! You dare not to give me face If it wasn't because your father is a bigshot in the Golden Dragon Empire. Why would I the prince of this Kingdom bother to give notice to you."

Mistress Xuan seeing Xuan Bei's expression spoke in a severe tone "Bei Child, It would do no good to get upset here, remember we can't offend the Tang Family as they may very soon become a branch family in our Bright Flame Kingdom moving their main clan to the Golden Dragon Empire. It is in our best interest to maintain friendly relations."

Hearing his Aunt words, Xuan Bei regained control of his mood and soon his superior expression return "Humph! I know that!"

"Brother Tang! You're so mean, ignoring Xuan Bei like that hehe!" a sweet sounding voice said, as it resounded throughout the area with no set position.

Soon, however, a beautiful looking female appeared within the region of all parties; She wore a black shenyi with gold sleeves, with white rappings over both her arms and feet. Her hair was parted into two sides and braided flowing all the way down to her feet, which wore decorated wooden sandals.

As Feng Yu saw this girl appear he revealed an expression of surprise "She walks the shadow path and has a fairly high comprehension at that too."

Swish!

A figure abrupt appeared beside him once more and calmly observed the scene before him.

"Did you deliver the information?" asked Feng Yu.

"Yes! Younger master, Clan Leader has already sent for scouting. " Replied Dai Lin.

"Good!" replied Feng Yu as he observed.

Seeing the beautiful girl who appeared Tang Wu made a weary expression he replied weakly "So... Sister Xin Qing is here too."

"What do you mean I'm here too? Are you expecting me to be somewhere else?" she asked loudly.

Ji Weng who was observing smiled as he motioned towards a corner, a dark looking young man appeared dressed in a Shaolin style clothing with baggy pants. He had a turban on his head, and strange tattoos that spread across his body, following behind was a few individuals dressed in similar clothing with turbans over their heads.

Seeing this Youngman appear the people observing became filled with shock.

"The Southern Wasteland is here too... Just what is going on here!" one man exclaimed.

"The southern wasteland I heard the journey from their to here is especially difficult, how did these people manage to get here within the domain of the Golden Dragon Empire much less our remote Kingdom."

"Hmm, good! Since we've all gathered why not make something special for this occasion! " said Ji Weng.

Hearing Ji Weng speaks once more everyone's vision quickly turned to him once more. Xuan Bei, Mistress Xuan, Tang Wu and Xin Qing looked towards him silently.

"Oh! What does the illustrious genius of the Western Region want us to do today?" said Xuan Bei as he stared at Ji Weng.

"It's simple since we all came here for the selection it makes no sense to fight amongst ourselves so soon. Why not have our servants compete for a bit to see who's the best among them."

"....." hearing his suggestion the group state silent for a while as they started to ponder about it after awhile they began to agree. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

"Fine I agree!" replied Tang Wu.

"Me too," said Xin Qing who stuck to Tang Wu like a tail.

"Count me in!" said Xuan Bei.

"...Em...." replied the strange Youngman from the southern wastelands.

Feng Yu seated in the distance smiled he then looked towards Dai Lin and saw that his eyes had a hint of fire sparking within.

"Dai Lin, do you wish to partake in their game?" Feng Yu asked.

Hearing Feng Yu's question Dai Lin bowed slightly and responded: "Replying to Young master Yu, I would like to test my new found skills."

"Hmm, Fine then. But remember our main goal, it is to recruit those two talented individuals standing on the platform." pondering for a bit Feng Yu decided to permit him.

"Dai Lin thanks, Young master! As for persuading the two of them, Dai Lin has an idea," said Dai Lin as he looked towards the two standing on the battle platform with confidence on his face.

"Hmm, Interesting then go let me see how you will draw these two to my side," said Feng Yu with great curiosity in his eyes as he saw the confident expression Dai Lin's face.

"As Young Master wishes!" said Dai Lin.

Flash!

Instantly he transformed into a streak of lightning and appeared on the battle platform before the two dazed combatants. The spectating crowd and talents who were discussing their servants' competition battle noticing this scene became curious.

"Who is he? Such a remarkable movement technique. Where did he come from?" said Xuan Bei as he looked towards Dai Lin in surprise.

Tang Wu observed with slight praise "Hmm, such cultivation at his age, he could be considered a fairly talented expert in the world rogue practitioners."

The rest looked on in silence as Dai Lin had started to speak upon landing on the battle platform.

"Who? Who the hell are you?" Lang Kuang who recovered from his dazed expression asked in a solemn tone.

"...." Miren Fei looked on silently.

Seeing the two of their reactions, Dai Lin smiled as he responded "Wildwolf and Charming Jade, you two are quite talented as such I would like to offer you an opportunity. " as he said this a spoon soon appeared within his right hand, gripped firmly with his finger.

Miren Fei, who was silent upon hearing his words decided to ask "Opportunity? and why should I even care about your so-called opportunity?"

Lang Kuang looked on with a fierce look in his eyes.

Seeing this Dai Lin revealed a mysterious smile and replied: "Because this chance I'm offering is more than enough to help Miss Jade grow strong enough for her vengeance and solve Mr. Lang Kuang's Family issues."

"You don't mean?" shocked both Lang Kuang and Miren Fei replied.

"We can talk about that later, the question here is, do you accept?" said Dai Lin.

After pondering for a short while both Lang Kuang and Miren Fei decided to accept the proposal they looked at Dai Lin and nodded their heads, a steady light shining intensely in both of their eyes.

"Good! Now then, the test is simple," said Dai Lin.

"All you have to do is make me drop this spoon." As he said this, he moved the spoon and placed it in a vertical position on top of his index finger.

The crowd who saw this behavior went quiet as the entire square became filled with a deafening silence while the snow continued to fall creating a strange kind of mood. However, the crowd soon woke up from the shock.

"He is extremely arrogant!!!" one of the spectators roared.

"Ha Ha ha! and here I thought he was some big deal, now I see he's only a fool looking to seek fame," said Xuan Bei as he looked at Dai Lin with scorn.

The other talents observing felt it strange but continue to watch quietly.

Both Lang Kuang and Miren Fei thought he was joking, but they didn't bother to care too much about it. Lang Kuang walked forwards and positioned himself for battle once more.

"Come! I'll be the first to try your challenge!!" he said.

Dai Lin smiled as he pointed his other hand's finger at them waving his index finger in a no, no, manner.

"That's not good enough, both of you.." as he said this the lightning energy within his body started to gather bit by bit creating a static field around him.

KA--BANG!!!!!!!

A thunderous boom sounded as his entire body became suffused with electrical power, and his bamboo hat fell to the floor.

The audience that saw his sudden powerup felt shocked. However, his next words resounded throughout the battle platform echoing deep within the minds of all spectators.

"Come at me together!!!!!!"

Dual Sword God - Chapter 33: Lang Kuang, Miren Fei

Inside the Feng Manor, Within the Training Field.

As the day began to fade, the curtain of night slowly descends unto the world once more. A Youngman could be seen seated in crossed-legged posture as he drew upon the energies of the heaven and earth. Within his body, his Internal Organs and Inner Viens were completely glowing with a golden crystal hue.

BANG!!

With a loud eruption, all of the essence-energies gathered with Feng Yu's body burst out into the surroundings transforming the field around him into a small sea of flames and lighting. His eyebrows and hair were glowing with a bright golden-scarlet color as his bloodline started the revolve on its own accord. Shorty, however, his energy began to retract towards a central organ within his body flowing through his strengthened inner veins and settling nearby the organ.

Suddenly, Feng Yu opened his eyes, as he looked towards the burnt area with a hint of excitement. "Great! I've finally striven a step further and achieved the peak stages of 8 Tier Body Training Realm. Hmm, such a powerful cultivation technique my Inner Viens and Organs have been temperate to a stage no way inferior to that of a peak 9 Tier Body Training Realm expert. My Dantian is also on the verge of true awakening, I wonder, will I be able to condense wisps of Aura once I breakthrough to the 9 Tier. No matter, for now, I just need to focus and wait until the date of the auction to see If I can find a decent sword then I should be able to make a bit more progress on my sword realm before the final selection date."

As Feng Yu was pondering his future direction to cultivation, a figure appeared in the vicinity walking towards him. He was wearing black gi robes with black wrappings around his arms, and he had light blue hair with a somewhat handsome semblance, but it could hardly be recognized due to his large bamboo hat. Seeing this figure, Feng Yu revealed a curious expression, but soon it became filled with surprise. Quickly, the character appeared before him and promptly knelt on the ground.

"Young master Yu, I have successfully achieved initial success with my <Lightning Flash Steps> and my cultivation has already fully consolidated into the 9 Tier Body Training Realm, " said Dai Lin as cupped his hands togethering while kneeling.

Looking over Dai Lin for a bit Feng Yu felt proud he thought for a moment before speaking once more. "Dai Lin, very good! Your talent for the electric path has left even me speechless, previously I told you to cultivate until your reach Aura Disciple Realm before I assign you the second task, but I've changed mind. Now that I've broken through, I won't be able to increase my strength within a short amount of time. As such, I will use the little extra time I have to scout for talents. We will immediately head to the Town Battle Arena to see if there are any suitable talents that we can recruit into Dawnwing."

As Feng Yu said this, he then turned around and made his way towards the entrance of the Feng Manor.

Hearing this an exciting look soon came over Dai Lin's eyes as he was curious what kind of individuals his young master is willing to let join Dawnwing.

"Yes, Young master!" Dai Lin said as trailed behind Feng Yu.

******

The scene in Machen Town was a lively one tonight, as groups of wanderers, practitioners, and locals squandered their times the streets. However, mixed amongst these people were a myriad of mysterious and unusual characters.

Dressed in an inferior and odd style of clothing was a strange old man who quietly sat in the middle of the street drinking his a large jug of wine. It seemed as if he existed but did not exist at the same time, as the individuals within the road would directly pass him by as if he was nothing but air. He had a very casual and straightforward expression as he would occasionally laugh while he glanced around at the clueless individuals.

"Ha Ha! Such a lively little place, but its such a pity no one is capable of even sensing this old man. Hmm, could the one I'm looking for truly reside in a place such as this?" said the strange old man as he placed on a pondering expression.

However, as if he felt something he glanced towards his right to see two individual making their way through the streets. These two individuals were strange, as they made their way through the street, they would do so with a particular pattern as if they had practiced countless times to achieve a unique rhythm with perfect harmony. Vaguely, a hint of lightning energy could be felt in the areas they went by.

Seeing this scene, the strange old man felt curious "Oh! Such a magnificent display of footwork, Who are these two little fellas?" as he said this he couldn't help but send out a bit of his spiritual sense.

As if sensing something one of the youths looked towards his direction with an expression of uncertainty and caution. Seeing this a look of surprise soon came in the eyes of the strange old man as he thought to himself.

"Hmm, such remarkable senses, but he is not the one I'm looking for he does not carry any traces of a nefarious aura. Oh well, It seems that I may have to try from a different approach." said the strange old man as he picked himself up from the floor and started to phases away from existence more.

Swwoosshh!!!!

As if feeling a particular constraint that was placed on it disappear, the night wind that was pressured by some unknown force soon began to flow into the street once more.

"Strange, why is their so much wind now?" muttered Feng Yu.

Dai Lin who was standing behind him licked the tip of his fingers and pointed it in the air after a short while he looked towards the direction the old was previously residing,

"Young master, I feel that this wind is quite unusual, as it seems to have originated from the point just now," said Dai Lin as he looked towards the area with a scrutinizing appearance.

Hearing this Feng Yu also focused his attention on the area but seeing nothing out of the ordinary he quickly decided to forget this matter as both of them once more made their way towards the arena.

Step. Step. Step.

Very Quickly, both silhouettes soon vanished beyond the remote district disappearing amongst the sea of people.

******

It was a scene of hot-blooded and intense action, as the martial atmosphere here was at its peak. The combatants who gathered to participate aimed to make a short name for themselves while earning big rewards from the nearby betting pools. This was the local battle arena, the place where heroes are born.

BANG!!! TUD!!

With the sound of a loud collision, the figure of a man could be seen tumbling down from the arena platform crashing harshly into the hard concrete floor losing his consciousness. As the figure remaining on the battle platform raised his hands high in the air as he listened to roar to the audience. He has short silver hair, and his face was sharp as if cut sculpted by a fine knife. He was dressed in long trousers with a sash around his waist and wore nothing but a silver scarf around his neck leaving his upper body bare to expose his well toned muscular form.

"Wildwolf! Wildwolf! Wildwolf!" the crowd shouted unceasingly as they looked at the figure on the stage.

"He's done it again!!! Earning his 20th consecutive victory!!! Who will break his reign? Who can defeat, this rising champion?!!!!!!!" said the announcer.

"IS THERE NO ONE TO FIGHT!!!!!" as if he wasn't satisfied, the fierce-looking Young man said as he gripped his fights tight flexing his muscles on stage.

"Fight!... Fight!... Fight!..." his voice reverberated throughout the field drowning the cheers.

As more and more people including practitioners gathered around the battle platform to observe they couldn't help but feel their blood boil with excitement due to the blatant provocation of the champion. Soon, the figures of Feng Yu and Dai Lin appeared within the vicinity as they made their way towards a remote corner to observe.

"Young master Yu, I will go an inquire about the current champion" as Dai Lin said this he flashed like a streak of lightning appearing into the distant crowd, seeing this Feng Yu smiled as he thought to himself. "I can not slack off if I'm not careful his mastery of the lightning arts will exceed mine to quickly."

As Feng Yu inspected the combatant on the stage, he couldn't help inwardly praise"Hmm, this fellow is pretty good, he must be practicing some type of burst cultivation art specializing in pure offensive power to have gotten such a physique."

As the combatant on the stage looked around the platform, he started to grow disappointed as he thought to himself "Sigh, how boring I came to find a challenge and test my strength amongst the best. No one here is worth my time it looks like I'll just have to wait until the talent selections to try my luck."

Suddenly, however, there was a disturbance.

Swish!!

A beautiful figure swiftly moved, as if like a leaf she jumped into the air and softly land on the battle form standing at the opposing side on the Young man a few meters apart.

"Fellow Daoist Wildwolf, I Miren Fie would like to challenge you. Do you dare to accept?" the beautiful form said as she stretched out her right arm with her palms facing the sky as her left arm placed behind her back assuming an extremely confident posture. She had flowing long hair the color of jade, and she wore a dark-colored sleeveless wushu uniform with green patterns. She had a beautiful face which although was not peerlessly beautiful it still stood out among top-class beauties.

Seeing the beautiful woman that came to challenge him a look of interest soon came over his eyes, he smiled and replied "Humph! Beautiful woman, while you do have some skill, it is not enough to make my Lang Kuang yield and withdraw. Come, let us see if you are able to make me reach my limit!!" as he said that he couldn't help but give a sly wink towards the beauty, as he crouched down and placed his two fists together in his front looking like a mountain of muscle.

Bang!!!!

The essence-energy of a peak 7 Tier Body Training Realm was instantly released to the world once more. Seeing this the scene Miren Fie was in no mood to retort to his sly commentary, she instant unleashed her concealed energies. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

Bang!!!

An equally significant amount of essence power gathered and formed around Miren Fie, and it soon clashed with the opposing energy of Lang Kuang creating a colorful scene within the snowy weather.

Swish!

As Feng Yu stood quietly to observe the battle quickly, Dai Lin appeared once more by his side, sensing his arrival without turning his head he inquired: "So, Dai Lin, how did it went? Who are the individuals fighting and where are they from?"

"Reporting to Young master Yu, the guy standing on the far left is called Lang Kuang about 19 years old also known as Wildwolf due to his fierce nature, it was said that he hailed from a remote hunting family in the hills area of the Grail Plains called the Lang Tribe. As for the beautiful miss who went to challenge him, she is the daughter of a wandering practitioner who was said to have perished not too long ago due to bandits," said Dai as he switched his vision over to the female on stage and continued.

"Her name is Miren Fei and is roughly around the same age as Lang Kuang. Because she tends to wear jade-like clothing, she has a small fame within the circles of rouges going by the title Charming Jade." as Dai Lin reported the information to Feng Yu, he too was also carefully observing the clash on in the battle platform.

Hearing this Feng Yu nodded and replied "Hmm, interesting. Dai Lin, you did well! Remember to keep a keynote of them we will contact them after their match is over."

"As Young master wishes!" said Dai Lin.

On the battle platform, the two figure was just about ready to go into full-on offensive, but right at this moment, there was an unexpected disturbance.

Dual Sword God - Chapter 32: Unusual Characters, Aunty Xingyu's Troubles

The day was at its peak, but due to the snowy weather, it couldn't thrive in its usual manner, as the droplets of snow fell upon the lively city. The final days of the selection were closing in, and the atmosphere in Machen Town was vaguely undergoing invisible changes, as many new powerful and mysterious faces slowly began to seep into this average and ordinary place. The once humble and straightforward town became a dwelling for sleeping dragons and crouching tigers.

However, despite this change, the citizens of Machen Town continued to enjoy the seemingly merry and joyful mood. As recently, even the battle arenas that had only a limited amount of people began to swarm with unusual and mysterious characters.

******

At the center of Machen Town, stood a vast mansion. It was about two times to size of the second most significant Manor in the entirety of Machen Town, which belonged to the Feng Family Clan. Hung atop the gates of this mansion was an iconic symbol representing a high prestige, this place was the Town Lord Mansion. Standing in front of its gates were town guards wearing uniformed armor, and both of them gave off a cultivation level similar to that of a 9 Tier Body Training Realm Practitioner.

Inside of the Town Lord Mansion, within a decorated and luxurious room.

Seated around a pristine glass table, were a few individuals. Starting from the opposite side was a slightly middle-aged man with a mature lady sitting beside him, while on the other hand, was a voluminous looking Young woman and an arrogant looking Youngman. The middle-man and mature woman were currently doing their best to offer their most hospitable service to these two individuals.

"Mistress Xuan, Young master Bei, this lord feels honored to have been given a chance to cater for such prominent individuals in the capital city. " said the middle-aged man as he bowed slightly.

Seeing this the arrogant looking man nodded and replied:"Of course, usually we would not even place such an insignificant place in the eyes of my Bright Flame Kingdom. You should be honored. Now then, about that matter, my father inquired, have you gathered the necessary information?"

Hearing his words a solemn look appeared in the eyes of the middle-aged man he looked towards the mature woman by his side and nodded. Seeing this she promptly took out a piece of jade slip and passed it over to the Young Master.

After taking the jade slip, the arrogant Young master quickly scanned the information concealed within it ."Oho! Interesting..." he said as he tapped his fingers on the table curiously.

Hearing her companion beside her exclaim Mistress Xuan couldn't help but gain an interest, she looked towards him and said in an unsatisfied manner.

"Bei Child, aren't you going to share the information with me?"

"Humph! Were leaving." not bothering to reply to her the arrogant young master quickly got himself up and made his way towards the entrance of the mansion. Seeing this Mistress Xuan could shake her head and follow him as she said dismissively to the two people behind her.

"You've done well gathering what we asked for, as such compensation will be sent to your abode within three weeks time. Now then, I will be excusing myself."

Witnessing the scene before them the Town Lord and his wife could only grit their teeth silently as they complained under their breaths.

"Sigh, this is the 3rd one that has visited our mansion, and each of them has asked for the same kind of information. Darling, it looks like this talent selection won't be a simple one." said the middle-aged man.

"It doesn't matter, for it has nothing to with us, as long as we stay out of these troubled waters we will be able to continue just fine." said the mature woman as he looked at the direction the two characters left with a severe expression.

"Em, indeed, we have no need to partake in this scheme." said the Town Lord.

******

Inside the Feng Family Courtyard.

A Youngman could be seen walking towards a structure close by the frozen pond, where the fragrant scent of roses permeated the air. Observing closely, a garden of roses could be seen neatly arranged around the structure, giving the area a slightly colorful taste within the snowy monotone. At the center of this garden, was a small structure with a few neatly arranged seats placed inside. Seated on one of these seats was a beautiful looking young woman, who seemed free from the mundane constraints of the world as she quietly and peacefully read her book.

As Feng Yu approached, he couldn't help but feel a slight sense of tranquility as his mood instantly became several times better. Vaguely, his overall abilities in his martial arts and his cultivation had slight indications of breakthroughs.

However, this peaceful mood did not last forever, as upon seeing Feng Yu appear in the garden the quiet little Aunty instantly became her usual self once more. She jumped from her position reaching high into the air as she somersaulted landing right front of Feng Yu.

"So, Yu'er has finally come to see Aunty! Come quickly, let aunty have a look at your strength!" as she was waiting for a very long time and couldn't hold back any longer Feng Xinyu quickly started to unleash attacks towards Feng Yu.

Feng Yu was shocked he quickly tried to explain his reason for coming to her. "Aunty! No!! I came for reaso----" before he could finish he was caught into a clothesline that firmly wrapped around his neck. Then, revolved violently in the air as Feng Xingyu soared into the sky to increase her momentum before falling downwards at bolting speeds smashing Feng Yu into the field of snowy roses creating a white cloud of dust.

"Arauuuooghhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" a mournful howl resounded throughout the Feng Family Clan as all of the Younger Generation Clan Elders trembled, as they revealed an expression of reminiscence.

Inside of the clan masters hall, Feng Yunlong and Feng Junling sat as they discussed family matters. Suddenly they heard the scream and Feng Junling couldn't help but reveal and slightly mocking expression. Seeing this Feng Yunlong couldn't remain silent.

"Why didn't you warn Yu'er about Xingyu's behavioral Patterns?" Feng Yunlong said as he looked towards Feng Junling.

"Isn't it for the same reason you did," replied Feng Junling as he sipped the tea from the cup in his hand.

An embarrassed expression appeared on Feng Yunlong's face as he replied "That's, That's because... " but soon he quickly recovered and placed on a more serious expression as he continued.

"Humph! A Young Phoenix cannot progress unperturbed, it must learn to face all circumstances including the unexpected, " said Feng Yunlong with a deep and profound expression.

Seeing his brother like this Feng Junling sneered in his heart as he thought back to the days of early childhood the form of small Xingyu violently beating the slightly older Feng Yunlong with utter dominance as she flaunted her immense innate divine strength.

As he thought up the here, he suddenly sighed: "Such a pity, Xingyu's circumstances are actually the most troublesome of us all, born with unlimited divine strength yet unable to use it due to the limitations of our family."

Hearing this a pensive look appeared on Feng Yunlong's face as he replied while looking out the window towards the dust cloud in the distance.

"A pity it is indeed."

Within a few moments, the dust cloud that blanketed the garden region was soon faded away by the snowy weather as snow began to fill the earth once again. The figure of Feng Yu was now in a sorry state he picked himself up off the ground rubbing his neck while looking at the excited and happy mood his aunt was in after a moment of triumph.

"Sigh, How could I forget to look up the memories I had of this Aunty of mine? Eh? there's nothing." Feng said in surprise as he realized that there was no memory of his aunt behaving in such a violent manner before.

Seeing her nephew with his head down while rubbing his neck a gentler expression soon came on the battle crazed female face. She walked over and lifted him off the ground while offering to counsel.

"There nephew don't go crying on me now, It's only a process of initiation. Now that you are truly apart of the clan's cultivators, You would have had to be given the ritual done to many," said Feng Xingyu.

Hearing this Feng Yu instantly felt like vomiting blood "A Ritual? You call beating the heck out me a ritual... sigh" he thought inwardly. Soon, however, he forced himself to stay on track and inquire about his problem.

"Aunty Xinyu, It's ok I'm fine. I only came to ask today for your help regarding a matter," said Feng Yu as he recovered his posture and stood before Feng Xingyu.

Hearing Feng Yu's statement, a severe look soon came of Feng Xingyu's face as she replied "You want Aunty's help, ok I will help you, but first Yu'er will have to make a promise to Aunty. "

"A promise? what kind of promise?" asked Feng Yu curiously.

"Its nothing overly dramatic, Aunty just wants Yu'er to do something for her," said Feng Xingyu.

"Ok, tell me what it is you need me to do." Feng Yu responded after hearing her statement.

"Good! That's my Yu'er, It's like this every since Aunty was but a small child, I had always been blessed with innate divine power, as such when it comes down to physical combat I had no equal. But, this comes at the cost of having terminated inner aura cultivation veins. As Our Feng Family Clan does not have a Body Cultivation Technique that is suitable for our bloodline. My strength has always remained limited unable to advance the slightest. If Yu'er promises to create a technique for Aunty, Aunty will do her best to aid Yu'er." said Feng Xingyu as she looked towards Feng Yu with hints of expectation.

Hearing her circumstances a look of understanding some came across Feng Yu's face "It seems that Aunty is suffering from a similar situation as I did once in the past due to my lack of talent. Only, in her case, it's having talent but not the means." he then arranged his thoughts a replied.

"Aunty Xingyu, Yu'er promises to do his best and make to the most powerful body cultivation technique for your practice," said Feng Yu with a determined look in his eyes.

"Good! Good! Now, quick tell Aunty. What you need help with." said Feng Xingyu excitedly as she saw her nephews determination for her sake.

"Aunty Xingyu it's like this, I currently walk the path of a swordsman, but I am missing one more sword. I was wondering if Aunty may know where I can get another sword around the quality of the one I have on my back." As he said this, he quickly reached for Black-lightning and unsheathed it in front of her.

Shing!

Upon seeing the sword in front of an excited gleam appeared in Feng Xingyu's eyes she quickly reached her hand out and gently stroke the surface of its blade.

"Oh, a Top-Tier Mortal Ranked sword this is a pretty good weapon... wait, something's wrong the aura it emits is that of a mortal ranked sword, but it seems as if it is about to advance to the Low-Tier earth rank. Little Yu'er what's going on? Did you create a lifeblood weapon?" Aunty Xingyu asked curiously as she looked at the sword in surprise.

"Yes Aunty, I had chosen this weapon to be my first primary life weapon, is there any weapon of a similar grade in Machen Town?" Feng Yu asked as he gently stroked the hilt of Black-lightning.

"Hmm, well while the materials used for this sword aren't the best, it is still ranked at the finest class within its grade. If you want to find a blade like this in a small city like this it would be the same as trying to find a needle in a haystack," replied Feng Xingyu as she placed her finger at lips while pondering. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

Hearing this Feng Yu became disappointed as he made the decision to leave and search elsewhere Feng Xingyu made an exclamation.

"Hmmm, wait, I just remembered something. How could I forget something so important? Little Yu'er you may be in luck if it was any other time you may not have been able to find such a weapon. But it just so happens that in two days time there will be a special event in Machen Town's biggest Merchant Facility."

"Eh? What's that?" asked Feng Yu in a curious tone.

"The Annual Auction of the Mysterious Pavilion!" said Feng Xingyu with an excited expression on her face.

Limitless - Chapter 30: Defeating Qi Heng

30: Defeating Qi Heng

Even though Qi Heng suffered internal injuries, his essentials were not damaged. He carried a strong defensive magic tool, albeit a damaged one, only effective for a single use.

The ancestors had left behind many magical tools, but many of them seemed to be those that did not catch the eye of the best and the brightest.

Following the tides of time, the spiritual energy of the magical items began to dry out. Without the protection of spiritual energy, the magical tools began to become more fragile, eventually becoming crippled and damaged.

However, to the people in the current age, even if it was magical tools that did not catch the eye of the best back in the day, they were valuable treasures now.

Qi Heng had treasured this magical tool a lot, treating it as something to save his life. He did not expect that he would be sneakily attacked by someone who was way inferior to him in terms of cultivation and that his magical tool would be damaged.

Qi Heng’s rage had no boundaries and he laughed coldly at Chu Yu, "How arrogant and shameless, you want to kill me? You only managed to anger me. I don’t care who you are or where you are from, I must capture you. I have many methods to interrogate you and find out your origins, then... I will exterminate your entire clan!"

Qi Heng was angered, and the rage in his chest burned strongly. He had never been beaten this way since he was a little kid.

Especially in the face of Lin Shimeng, he felt that his pride was exceptionally wounded.

Lin Shimeng was taken aback, she did not expect that someone would come to her rescue in a place like this.

She looked at the approaching thin youth, her eyes full of confusion. She found him familiar, but had no impression of him.

Chu Yu chanted a ritual in his heart, opened up his vertical eye and searched for Lin Shimeng’s sealed acupoints. He then got to work and opened them back up. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

Qi Heng was preparing to laugh. He thought to himself, "Do you think that you can break open my own unique technique?"

He did not expect that Lin Shimeng actually regained her freedom.

Qi Heng was stunned, this was more incredulous than him being sneak attacked and suffering internal injuries.

"You... how did you break open my unique technique?"

Qi Heng looked at Chu Yu as if he was a strange monster.

"Unique technique?" Chu Yu couldn’t help but cover his mouth and mock, "Does every human think that their technique is individual and unique?"

"You..." Qi Heng was extremely angry, on the verge of puking blood.

In fact, Chu Yu was keenly aware that Qi Heng’s acupoint sealing technique was relatively powerful. If not for his vertical eye, unsealing Lin Shimeng’s acupoints would have been a challenge.

However, he refused to admit to things like that which would diminish his grandeur and increase others’ morale.

He laughed, "Such fluff, unable to even join the ranks of the best. I can’t believe you still treat it like treasure, immature!"

"I want to kill you!" Qi Heng stared murderously at Chu Yu as he spoke.

He hated it most when people called him immature!

This was because his looks and voice made him the butt of the jokes of those in the same realm as him.

This was one of the taboos to Qi Heng.

Lin Shimeng stood to the side, the shock in her heart was indescribably strong, she had thought that this would have been the end.

In these kind of godforsaken places, who could she expect to save her? What Qi Heng had told her only compounded the hurt that Lin Shimeng felt.

Never in her wildest dreams would she have thought that the tutors she had respected so much would do such a thing to her.

She had not thought much about this marriage. However, after hearing from Qi Heng, she finally understood that she was merely a valuable... item in the eyes of her tutors.

Lin Shimeng felt as if someone had stabbed her in her heart, her exquisite face turning colder by the minute.

She bowed deeply to Chu Yu, "Thank you Mr. for saving me, Shimeng will remember your kindness."

"Don’t be so quick to thank him, Lin Shimeng... do you really think you can retreat in one piece? Do you really think... that a piece of garbage like him can save you?"

Since he had already revealed his true colors, Qi Heng simply did not care much about the consequences.

If he could not get Lin Shimeng today, when she returned to the outside world, she would cause waves of uproar simply based off what happened here today.

Without taking into consideration his actions, just his words alone today would result in a huge commotion.

At that point, even if the blame is not pushed to him, it would still affect him negatively.

As such, he had to get Lin Shimeng today, and make her his. That way, there was nothing that she could say.

As for this damned, interrupting busybody... he should just die!

Qi Heng had just been maintaining his body for half the day, even though he was still injured internally, he could suppress it temporarily.

He grabbed on to the bronze dagger tightly with one hand and the ancient bronze lamp with the other.

In order to numb Chu Yu, Qi Heng did not even look at Chu Yu. Instead he looked at the pale faced Lin Shimeng and laughed icily, "I only need one round to kill this piece of trash..."

In the moment that Qi Heng said the word trash, his body had disappeared from where he was.

Whilst the word was still floating through the air, Qi Heng had already channelled all of his power into the bronze dagger in his hand.

The bronze dagger fired a holographic sword over two yards long in an instant.

The holographic sword was invisible, yet its tip was extremely sharp.

It flew straight towards Chu Yu who was standing still.

"Die!"

Qi Heng’s throat let out a guttural growl.

The power of an Invigorated Meridian Realm Stage One individual exploded from his body.

Anyone in the Invigorated Meridian Realm not only possessed immense power, but also terrifying speed.

An Acupoint Charging Stage Eight martial artist was capable of breaking the sound barrier. Anyone in the Invigorated Meridian Realm, even at stage one, was capable of going at speeds twice the speed of sound.

How terrifying was such a speed?

Qi Heng felt that this blade would be able to split this damned piece of trash into two!

If you spoil my plan, I will make sure you do not die with your body intact!

Qi Heng’s doll face wore a ferocious smile, as if he could visualize the halved body of the skinny youth in front of him.

All these happened too quickly!

Even though Lin Shimeng had been guarding against Qi Heng in her heart, but Qi Heng’s speed... was way too fast!

When she thought of reminding Chu Yu, it was already too late.

Under normal circumstances, anyone in Lin Shimeng’s position would use this opportunity to run away.

Inside this small world were all sorts of formations, trap formations, hallucination formations, and kill formations.

No matter who it was, they would not dare to move around wilfully in here.

As a result, if Lin Shimeng was to take this opportunity to leave, no matter how strong Qi Heng was, he would not dare to chase her.

That way, she could at least save her clean reputation.

Lin Shimeng could not accept the fact that she was his fiancee. Now that she knew the truth, all the more she could not accept it.

However, Lin Shimeng squashed that thought as quickly as it formed.

Damn it, she could not do it!

Even though she did not recognize this skinny tall youth, he had just done her a great favor, saving her life!

If she was to turn away when he was in trouble, wouldn’t that make her an ungrateful traitor?

She was no male, but she was as able as them!

These thoughts flashed past Lin Shimeng’s mind like bright lights.

She made her decision in an instant!

Just as Qi Heng’s blade flew towards Chu Yu, Lin Shimeng raised her palm... and slapped it towards Qi Heng.

This palm was aimed at the back of Qi Heng’s heart!

Even though her speed could not match Qi Heng’s and her reaction was slower, but if Qi Heng did not dodge immediately after executing the strike, he would be hit by Lin Shimeng.

As Qi Heng had already made up his mind to kill the skinny tall man that Chu Yu had morphed into, even if he wanted to dodge the strike, it would be too late.

"B*tch!"

Qi Heng raged.

At the critical moment, he could only transfer part of his power into the ancient bronze lamp in his hand.

Hum!

The ancient bronze lamp radiated with light and covered Qi Heng in a protective shield.

Yet, it was slightly too slow!

Lin Shimeng’s palm had already contacted!

Bang!

It struck viciously at the back of Qi Heng’s heart. Even though the ancient bronze lamp mitigated some of the damage, Qi heng still spit out a large amount of blood.

What was even more unacceptable to Qi Heng was that his blade... had not hit its mark!

A deep gully was formed by the holographic blade as it impacted the ground, causing dust to spew upwards and sand and stones to fly in all directions. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

The tall skinny youth who was supposed to be cut in half by the blade had disappeared.

"Not good!"

Qi Heng’s reaction was extremely quick, the moment that he realized something was wrong, he dodged to the side.

Yet, he did not forget to use the blade to hit out at Lin Shimeng ferociously.

Even though he could not kill her, he could at least... teach her a lesson she’ll never forget!

This swipe was a relatively barbaric one.

Clang!

A large wave of power suddenly impacted Qi Heng’s blade.

It was that tall skinny youth, blocking for Lin Shimeng. He had blocked the swipe, and immediately straightened up, raised his fist, and punched at Qi Heng’s doll face.

Qi Heng had suffered two traumatic attacks, and his internal injuries were relatively uncontrollable. He saw that this individual, who was not his match in cultivation level, was not only not dead, but was daring enough to battle with him.

He was angered to the point of insanity!

He stabbed ferociously at Chu Yu’s chest once again.

Bang!

Chu Yu’s fist impacted Qi Heng’s face.

Chu Yu’s right arm also impacted Qi Heng’s right arm with immense force.

The bronze dagger that Qi Heng used to stab at Chu Yu dropped onto the floor with a clang!

However, Chu Yu could not help but grimace in pain. In that moment, he felt as if he had knocked against steel!

The flesh of an individual in the Invigorated Meridian Realm was too tough, and the reciprocal force had cause Chu Yu quite some pain.

Also, although Chu Yu was able to prevent the blade from impacting his vitals, he did not dodge it completely. There was a deep wound just below his ribs and blood flowed from it.

The injuries were not light.

Qi Heng had been knocked senseless by Chu Yu’s punch, tears and snot flowing out of his orifices. If he had continued to be in hot pursuit, even without a weapon, there was a good chance he could kill Chu Yu.

In the end, even though Qi Heng was powerful, he did not have enough battle experience!

The intense pain originating from his face and internal organs caused him to let out a pitiful scream.

His nose was broken and the pain radiated deep into his bones. He did not dare to move his right arm, and subconsciously threw the ancient bronze lamp onto the ground before grabbing his face with his hand.

Chu Yu’s punch was way too brutal, Qi Heng’s doll face looked as if it was a dye facility, full of colors and he looked utterly pathetic.

Qi Heng’s reactions were still rather quick. Even though his brain was nearly smashed, and his rage was burning within him, he knew that if he did not run now, he could be putting his life in danger.

He ran towards the far recesses without a second thought.

He could not care less about the Xiantian bronze blade or Lin Shimeng’s ancient bronze lamp.

Chu Yu quickly retrieved the bronze blade, his heart full of regret, knowing full well that it would be difficult for him to kill Qi Heng.

The difference between the Acupoint Charging and Invigorated Meridian realms was too big.

If it wasn’t for the fact that he had managed to pull off a sneak attack, and that Qi Heng had been overconfident, as well as the fact Lin Shimeng had helped him out, Chu Yu could only run in the face of an Invigorated Meridian Realm expert.

However, fret not!

Chu Yu had not been slacking off these past few days, he had already broken through over 250 of his acupoints.

When he attained Acupoint Charging Stage Nine and met with someone of Qi Heng’s standard, Chu Yu had the confidence to fight him head on.

Seeing Lin Shimeng shocked stiff at the corner, her face pale and devoid of any color, Chu Yu felt his heart ache, and he brought the ancient bronze lamp over.

"Miss, is this yours?"

Limitless - Chapter 29: Do You Believe?

 Chapter 29: Do You Believe?

Chu Yu found his way to the Ruins of the Pile of Three Stars very quickly.

There used to be a big museum on this piece of land, where artefacts excavated from the ruins were displayed.

However, when the Liu Clan moved to Shu, they removed the magic tools inside the museum and tore it down.

Today, the once barren land has become a lush green forest thanks to the high amount of spiritual energy.

Chu Yu found the entrance to the ruins guarded by a group of men.

The place looked like a ruined altar, and was in the middle of the forest.

Chu Yu opened his vertical eye in his forehead and found that the strongest of the guards was merely an Acupoint Charging Stage Six individual.

These were likely to be the people of the Liu Clan of Shu.

After which, Chu Yu used his eye to look towards the altar.

The initially ruined altar instantly looked extraordinary under the glare of Chu Yu’s vertical eye.

A strong aura of grandeur struck him!

What strong spiritual energy!

Chu Yu was speechless.

Under the observation of his vertical eye, he saw a door in the middle of the altar. The strong spiritual energy was radiating from that door.

Yet, it did not seem to leak to the surroundings as those guarding the entrance seemed unaffected.

Chu Yu subsequently found out that the door hid a trap. The spiritual energies within it were like a raging tide, flowing ferociously, concealing an unimaginable power capable of ripping someone to shreds.

Anyone who could not sense this aura and barged in would be met with a grisly end.

However, upon closer observation, Chu Yu realized that the dark spiritual energy seemed to follow a pattern.

If one was familiar with the pattern, gaining entry would be much easier.

Chu Yu observed from afar, his body not leaking any power fluctuations.

Furthermore, those guards were of a low cultivation level and could not sense his presence.

Chu Yu waited patiently for half a day, and realized that even though the flow of the spiritual energy followed a pattern, it was extremely complicated. Its difficulty... was way harder than the mathematics problems from many decades ago.

For an Acupoint Charging Stage Eight individual like Chu Yu, even though his calculation skills were good, it would take him at least a few days to figure out the pattern behind the flow of the spiritual energy.

He smiled bitterly, he did not want to wait.

A nagging feeling of misfortune was bugging him. He wanted to enter the ruins as soon as possible to find Lin Shimeng.

Forget it, he wasn’t going to wait any longer!

Barge in!

This character was ingrained in Chu Yu. His 16 years of suppression had only taught him to be less crazy and arrogant.

However, it did nothing to control his impulsiveness!

Zoom!

Chu Yu sped through the door like a bolt of lightning.

The martial artists guarding the altar only felt a breeze, but when they recovered, they did not see anything out of the ordinary.

"What was that?"

"I don’t know, maybe it was just the wind..."

"Is there wind in this forest?"

These guards around the altar kept their distance, for fear of the terrifying force that lay within the altar.

After a moment of discussion, they decided to return to their posts.

In their minds, anyone who was going to barge in was courting death.

Once Chu Yu entered through the door, he instantly felt an overwhelming force crashing towards him.

It was like a merciless wave about to swallow him!

Chu Yu opened up the vertical eye in his forehead. Without time to calculate the pattern, he could only rock his body around, dodging all the power waves coming towards him.

The path leading from the door was long, and Chu Yu had not reached the inside even after more than half an hour of walking. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

He suspected that his pace was sacrificed as he had decided to barge in.

The process of barging through was dangerous yet exciting. Any wrong step could bring about much misfortune.

However, in the process of dodging, Chu Yu’s body technique, as well as his control over his vertical eye had improved drastically.

This was why it was important to apply what one practiced.

A general who had never fought a battle could only plan on paper.

After 40 minutes, Chu Yu finally walked out of the path leading from the door.

However, in the next moment, he stepped into a large magical formation.

Woosh!

A wave of sword energies flew past, just above Chu Yu’s head, scaring him so much he broke out in cold sweat.

He had thought that someone had snuck up on him, but he quickly realized that this was the work of the magical formation.

Chu Yu used his vertical eye to survey his surroundings, realizing that they were laden with booby traps.

He closed his vertical eye and opened his eyes. All he saw were broken walls and smashed pillars.

"No wonder they are an ancient sect, I wonder how many years they took to set up all these terrifying magical formations."

Chu Yu murmured to himself before using his vertical eye to look for a safe path.

His first priority was not locating the treasure, he only wanted to find Lin Shimeng.

　　...…

Qi Heng stopped in his tracks and snickered, "You? Suicide?"

Lin Shimeng’s gaze was cold, "I admit I am not your match, but if I want to kill myself, you can’t do anything to stop me."

"Mm, what you’re saying... does make some sense." Qi Heng cocked his head, as if pondering about something.

All of a sudden!

His silhouette disappeared from his location in an instant.

Lin Shimeng suddenly felt weight disappear from her hands, the ancient bronze lamp was gone.

In the next moment, her body was... immobilized.

"Haha, this is our difference in cultivation level. Even though you are from an underworld clan, and are a disciple of the Han Xiao sect, however... your standing is not enough. The resources you can get, too weak."

Qi Zheng smiled casually and said flatly, "During the apocalypse, everything was sealed by a higher power. Anyone with abilities brought large amounts of resources to escape the barren land. Anyone without could only wait helplessly on this earth for death. Even the pocket dimensions created from nothing outside this Earth are on their last legs. The fact is, the world after the apocalypse is devoid of true cultivators and the influence of clans are declining, generation by generation."

Qi Heng’s voice was gentle, but his expression betrayed his feelings, his eyes revealing a tumultuous heart.

"If I was born billions of years ago, I would have been in the Xiantian realms by this age or even higher. Unfortunately, I was born in the wrong era. However, if I compared myself to my seniors, I am considered relatively lucky. I was able to see the revival of the world..."

"That still doesn't change the fact that you're a scum." Lin Shimeng was white with rage, her voice icy.

"Scum? What is scum? Anyone who does wrong without being able to quell the consequences after... that is scum! Anyone who could get away with doing countless evil deeds, that is formidable!"

Qi Heng’s doll face revealed a shameless smile, "Coincidentally, I am a formidable individual!"

He looked at Lin Shi Meng, "As you know, why would the Han Xiao sect want you to marry me? Han Xiao and Jiu Xiao share the same ancestry, and formed the two largest ancient sects after the splitting of the Earth. To link up Han Xiao and Jiu Xiao, there is no need for marriage. Lin Shimeng, do you want to know why your tutors want me to marry you?"

Lin Shimeng was unable to move, her eyes filled with rage. Yet, when she heard this, her eyes revealed a sense of thought and confusion.

Qi Zheng said flatly, "Because the Han Xiao requires resources, and you are of little importance to them! Else, why do you think they put you in the society? And not have you train back in the sect?"

"Rubbish!" Lin Shimeng replied coldly.

"Listen up, I have always done things openly, never secretly. This is the pride of a true genius! Above board, never in secret. This is the pride of a true talent!"

Qi Heng was extremely arrogant as he extended his finger to caress Lin Shimeng’s smooth chin, chuckling coldly, "You should be aware, your basic element is the Yin Fantasy, and the only reason why Han Xiao would take you in is because of your beauty. If you were truly talented, then... you would have become a saint in Han Xiao, and respected beyond imagination. Unfortunately, you are not talented enough, it is good for an underworld clan, but in an ancient sect... it is simply not noticeable.

Qi Heng put his finger to his nose and took a sniff, his expression indulgent, "How fragrant!"

"Shameless!" Lin Shimeng scolded.

Qi Heng was not bothered, replying flatly, "People of your basic element are rare, if you were born before the apocalypse, even if you were of average talent, many of the largest sects would be fighting over you. Unfortunately, you were born in an era where cultivation is on the decline, and the world is in a new era. As a result, people of average talent but exceptional basic elements can only become... items for trade."

Lin Shimeng felt as if she was struck by lightning, her eyes filled with disbelief.

Qi Heng looked at Lin Shimeng and dealt his final blow, "On the other hand, I train with the Intense Sun Heaven Shaking technique! If I bonded with you, my cultivation speed would be increased tremendously, at least by one fold! You don’t have to feel used, such cultivation is symbiotic, whilst I benefit, you will benefit... just as much!"

"I do not need it!"

Lin Shimeng could not move, but she could feel her heart shiver!

Qi Heng was calm, "If you follow me, you will soar into the skies! If you stay with Han Xiao, you can never escape your fate as a trading token. In order to get you, Jiu Xiao have already paid a large price. Haha... the Han Xiaos have a big appetite, don't they?"

"Rubbish, my tutors would never do something like that!"

Lin Shimeng stared coldly at Qi Heng, the rage in her heart burning. She had never expected that her tutors would betray her for benefits.

"Our marriage was arranged a long time ago, till today... you still do not believe your tutors would not do something like that? Should I call you naive, or stupid? Grow a heart next time."

Qi Heng said sarcastically, "Do you believe that if I did you right here, right now, and even if the elders from Han Xiao found out, they would not make a peep?"

As Qi Heng spoke, he let out a raging growl and a ray of light glimmered on his body.

His body was thrown many meters away. With a scream, he spit out a large amount of blood. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

His face turned pale, evidently having suffered serious internal injuries.

Qi Heng roared, his eyes popping out of their sockets, "Who dares to sneak attack me?"

A silhouette walked out from the side. He was a thing and tall youth, and he looked regretfully at Qi Heng, as if regretting why he did not beat him to death just now.

"Do you believe, that if I killed you right here, nobody would care enough to even fart!"