The Legend of Futian - Chapter 51: You Will Remember His Name

After crying for quite a while, Hua Jieyu finally looked up at her father. Her eyes were red and bloodshot as she asked, "Father, what on earth happened after I left? How did things end up like this?"

"Silly girl, it's all over now. Look, I'm sitting here safe and sound," Hua Fengliu consoled her gently.

Hua Jieyu stood up and turned to look at Ye Futian. "What happened?"

"Fox, it's my fault for not taking good care of Master. After you left, a monster tide washed over the city of Qingzhou. There were people who wanted to kill me, and Master ended up like this because he was trying to protect me," said Ye Futian. He still blamed himself for what had happened. Then, he remembered that Xia Fan was right here in Donghai City, and reminded himself that he had to get his revenge.

"It's not Ye Futian's fault. At the time, if he weren't so lucky, he would have been forced to his death on Mount Tianyao. You know I have a bad temper. Obviously I wanted to get revenge for him, but I was useless. I didn't manage to kill the enemy, but instead harmed myself in the process," smiled as he spoke. He was seemingly unbothered by it all.

"Is this true?" Hua Jieyu asked Ye Futian. He nodded lightly.

Her tears fell once again. She walked up to Ye Futian with her arms outstretched and pulled him into her arms. Hua Jieyu rested her head on Ye Futian and said, "Who allowed you to put yourself in danger? What would I do if you had died?

Hua Jieyu's voice shook as she cried. The thought of her father being handicapped and Ye Futian almost dying after she had left them made her even more frightened.

Ye Futian felt the warmth flood his body as she gently embraced him. He reached out his hands and wrapped them around her as well. He swore to himself to never let her cry like this again.

Tang Wan stood not too far away. She shuddered as she witnessed the scene in front of her. It was true. The goddess of Donghai Academy had already given her heart to someone. If the students of Donghai Academy found out, many of them would impulsively want to kill Ye Futian. Tang Wan knew there were quite a few of the "geniuses" at school who failed in their attempts to get closer to Hua Jieyu.

"At that time, I didn't get to see you again yet. Of course, I couldn't die! You promised to compensate me," Ye Futian said to Hua Jieyu with a gentle voice. She lifted her head at him. She stared for a while then left his embrace. "I already did."

"What?" Ye Futian blinked in disbelief. "That was it?"

"What else were you expecting?" Hua Jieyu looked at Ye Futian.

"Then, just let me hold you for a little longer," Ye Futian requested as he took a step forward. Hua Jieyu stepped away from his advance and replied, "Don't try to change the subject. Who did this to my father?"

Hua Jieyu knew Ye Futian was trying to cheer her up. He seemed to have a natural ability to do so. She was always happy when he was by her side. During the three months in which they spent every day together, the days went by in endless bickering. However, at the same time, he unknowingly made his way into her heart.

"Can you trust me to handle it? I will get revenge. As for Master's condition, I will most definitely find a way to heal him," said Ye Futian. This was something he had to take care of personally. He did not want Hua Jieyu to get involved.

"Hua Jieyu, just let Ye Futian handle it. It's perfect motivation for him," Hua Fengliu agreed with what Ye Futian had said.

Hua Jieyu looked at both men and said, "Then, you have to promise me that you'll succeed."

"If I don't succeed in this, how would I be able to marry you?" asked Ye Futian.

"Who says that I will marry you?" Hua Jieyu blushed as she stared shyly at Ye Futian.

"Can you lovebirds tone it down a little? It would be fine if it was just me, but there are other people here," said Hua Fengliu.

Hua Jieyu turned around and realized that Tang Lan and Tang Wan were still in the room. Her red cheeks got even redder. Ye Futian, on the other hand, did not seem to mind. "They'll get used to it," he said.

"Master, should we leave?" whispered Tang Wan. Ye Futian was too shameless.

"He's worse than his master," Tang Lan said weakly. Afterward, the two of them left not wanting to disturb the group.

"Father, I want to stay here and take care of you," said Hua Jieyu. Sure, she felt better after crying and joking around with Ye Futian but it would be impossible for her to recover from this sadness completely.

"Silly girl, you still have to cultivate. I will be fine here. Ye Futian and Ms. Tang Lan are here to take care of me. After seeing you, I feel so much better already," chuckled Hua Fengliu.

"Then I'll stay for today. You can't make me leave," said Hua Jieyu.

"Alright, alright. Stay. I know you haven't seen Ye Futian in a while," laughed Hua Fengliu.

"I don't want to see him," said Hua Jieyu.

"Really now?" Hua Fengliu looked at his daughter and could only laugh.

"Of course!" Hua Jieyu nodded.

"How sad," sighed Ye Futian, "And to think that I've been thinking of you every day and turning down advances from different girls. Looks like I'll have to rethink those opportunities now."

"You wouldn't dare," Hua Jieyu whipped around to glare at Ye Futian.

"Then, did you miss me?" Ye Futian chuckled at her.

"Father, has he been flirting with other girls?" she asked her father. Ye Futian blinked.

Hua Fengliu wanted to laugh as he glanced at Ye Futian. Ye Futian looked so desperate that Hua Fengliu could only laugh. "He kept to himself," Hua Fengliu answered.

Ye Futian let out a sigh of relief.

"Then, yeah. I missed you every now and then," whispered Hua Jieyu ever so lightly, but Ye Futian heard her anyway. Seeing the timid expression on Hua Jieyu's face, Ye Futian felt that she was someone worth giving up others for.

"I'm going to go cultivate," said Yu Sheng. He could no longer listen to this. He walked towards the bamboo forest behind the building. Did they really have to act all lovey-dovey every time they saw each other?

Hua Fengliu and the couple chuckled at Yu Sheng's words. Ye Futian called out to him, "Yu Sheng! There are so many beautiful girls in Donghai City. If you find someone you like, I wouldn't mind being your wingman."

"Father said I can't be in a relationship," Yu Sheng said, not even turning his head to answer Ye Futian.

"But your father isn't here, so whatever I say, goes!" Ye Futian shouted. Yu Sheng had already disappeared around the corner.

Only three people remained standing in front of the building. Under the sunlight, the sadness melted away, replaced with warmth.

At this moment, an elderly man approached from the outside of the Qin Gardens. The powerful, icy force he gave off seemed to cause the temperature within the Qin Gardens to drop a couple degrees as he stepped inside.

A figure appeared and stood in front of the elder. It was Tang Lan. Realizing who was standing in front of her, Tang Lan froze for a moment. Then, with a cold demeanor, she asked, "What are you doing here?"

"Our Young Miss has been in there for quite some time now. Who did you guys bring her here to see?" asked the elder with an equally cold demeanor.

"You were stalking her?" asked Tang Lan.

"This isn't stalking," the elder said. He took a step forward and he was gone, his speed faster than the speed of light

"Presumptuous!" yelled Tang Lan. The whole Qin Gardens was able to hear her. Hua Fengliu and Ye Futian were alerted by the noise. They looked up and saw two figures descending from the skies, quick and forceful as lightning.

"Hua Fengliu." The elder's gaze fell on Hua Fengliu. "You dare to step foot in the City of Donghai?"

"Nandou Ku," Hua Fengliu looked at the elder.

"You were following me?" asked Hua Jieyu.

"Young Miss, you are a person of utmost importance. The family would never feel at ease if you were to step out alone. Within Donghai Academy, I would not dare to meddle in your activities. However, as soon as you step off the academy premises, I will be there to protect your safety," explained Nandou Ku.

"Nandou Ku, I am now a powerless person. I just wanted to come back to Donghai City for a visit, can't you guys let me be?" asked Hua Fengliu. Nandou Ku looked puzzled. The Qin Devil was now powerless?

"Since you're already powerless, then I can let you go about your business. The family already gave in and allowed Young Miss to accompany you for three years. However, now that she has made it past the initial process of cultivation and has stepped into the critical period, the family doesn't wish for anyone or anything to distract her," said Nandou Ku.

"I'm just going to spend a little time with my father, then head back to Donghai Academy," said Hua Jieyu coldly.

"Young Miss, please don't put me in a difficult position. All those years ago, the family already agreed to your stubborn requests. If you keep acting this way, then your father will definitely not be allowed to stay in the City of Donghai," said Nandou.

"You guys wouldn't dare!" Hua Jieyu was furious.

"Hua Jieyu, you should go back," Hua Fengliu opened his mouth to speak.

"Father." The strong aura around Hua Jieyu dissipated as she turned to speak to her father. Hua Fengliu gave a warm and gentle smile. "Sweety, I'm fine here. Go back to cultivate at the academy and don't worry about me."

Hua Jieyu felt terrible. She gave Nandou Ku another cold glare. "You guys dare to treat my father this way, aren't you afraid that I'll retaliate once I complete my cultivation?"

"Young Miss, these things were decided by the family. I am not clear on the details. If you can recover the Nandou Family's glory, I'm sure that they will be willing to grant your every wish," said Nandou Ku.

"Fine. That day WILL come!" replied Hua Jieyu. She then turned to Hua Fengliu and said, "Father, I'm going now."

"Go," said Hua Fengliu, still smiling.

Then, Hua Jieyu looked at Ye Futian. Their eyes met with longing and without a word, Hua Jieyu turned to leave the Qin Gardens.

Nandou Ku did not leave with her. After she left, he looked at Hua Fengliu and gave him a warning. "You are clear that the family was not unwilling to accept you all those years ago but it was you thatcould not become part of the family. But yet, you choose to reach for the stars and caused things to end up like this. You're lucky that Young Miss is extremely gifted. Her gift is a perfect combination of you and her mother. Therefore, the family will not allow anyone to get in the way of her cultivation."

Hua Fengliu did not spare Nandou Ku a glance. The elder then turned to Ye Futian, who was standing beside Hua Fengliu and asked, "And who is he?"

"My disciple, Ye Futian," answered Hua Fengliu.

"You brought your disciple with you? Are you setting all your hopes on him?" Nandou Ku laughed at Hua Fengliu. "That's some fantasy. You lost to 'him' in the past. I bet now even his disciples are stronger than yours."

When he was finally done, Nandou Ku turned to leave.

Watching his departing figure, Hua Fengliu said, "One day, you will remember his name."

"I look forward to that day." Nandou Ku left after his last words, disappearing from the Qin Gardens.

The Legend of Futian - Chapter 50: They Finally Meet Again

The news that students from the School of the Flirting Star were defeated soon spread around the Donghai Academy like wildfire. If it had merely been friendly competition within the academy, people wouldn't have reacted so strongly. However, in this fight, two students who were known as geniuses at this academy were entirely crushed by two unknown boys below their planes. This was huge news.

Besides, the audience may have somewhat embellished the details of the fight. They had told other students that one boy was a stud with explosive power like a monster. They claimed that it was impossible to find someone more talented than this strong guy in Donghai Academy, and in the future, he was going to be a legend. Still, a lot of prodigies at this academy didn't buy it.

They considered the other boy a freak. He was a Mandate Sorcerer, specializing in both sorcery and martial arts. His natal spirit was a Divine Bird. What was even more impressive was that both his speed and his strength were at the top level. He had easily toppled Mu Yunqing, who was actually two planes higher than him.

Plus, this boy was really arrogant. When he left, he had announced that people should remember his name, Ye Futian.

People started to discuss their origin, and some of them came to Tang Wan because she knew these boys.

Students in the School of the Emperor Star were also discussing. In fact, those truly powerful students didn't care at all. They had always believed that they were too talented to be compared to others. They had considered the friendly competition that had happened at the academy small. However, there were some among them who enjoyed gossiping about these "small-time fights."

Shu Yuyan was one of them. She was a lively girl who enjoyed making fun of people.

On the top floor of the School of the Emperor Star, Shu Yuyan entered the room, and she saw another beautiful girl standing beside the window, looking down at the scenery below. That was one of the spots where people were able to enjoy the full view of Donghai Academy.

"Hua Jieyu, my heart trembles even when I just see you standing there," Shu Yuyan started with a compliment. Hua Jieyu turned to her, smiled and said, "No more party invitations. I'm not going anywhere."

"I know, I know, my goddess. Can't we just chat?" Shu Yuyan knew she had been misunderstood.

"Did you know that something funny happened yesterday? Some students from the School of the Flirting Star were beaten up by outsiders, and more amazingly, the outsiders were in lower planes. Is it possible that some other academy in the City of Donghai sent these guys to intentionally provoke us?" Shu Yuyan started to talk about the exciting fight yesterday.

"I don't know," Hua Jieyu answered. She seemed not to be interested at all.

"People said both of them were really cute. One was strong and wild as a beast, and the other one was particularly handsome. It was also said that a lot of girls witnessing the fight were hopelessly attracted to the boys. They fought over who was more handsome and charming," Shu Yuyan went on.

"So, which one do you prefer?" Hua Jieyu smiled and asked.

"I wasn't there. The handsome boy seemed to be really arrogant. He claimed that we should remember his name when he left." Shu Yuyan laughed, "Did he truly believe that he was more talented than all the geniuses at this academy?"

"You seem to be curious enough about it," Hua Jieyu made fun of her.

"And you're not curious at all. You know nothing but cultivation," Shu Yuyan refuted. "Okay, okay, I know you're not interested at all. See you."

When she turned around to leave, she was mumbling, "Ye Futian, this name is arrogant enough to be remembered."

Hua Jieyu heard the name, and her body trembled with shock. She stopped Shu Yuyan and asked, "What was that name again?"

Shu Yuyan looked at her and said, "Ye Futian. It's the name of the handsome one."

She was confused when Hua Jieyu heard the name and suddenly started laughing. This was the first time Shu Yuyan had seen such bright laughter on her face. She asked, "What's wrong with you?"

Hua Jieyu was laughing too hard to stop at that moment. She didn't answer the question.

"Come on, don't tell me you're attracted to him just because of his name." Shu Yuyan was really curious.

"No, I'm not." Hua Jieyu finally stopped laughing. She then asked, "Were there only two boys in the fight?"

"They came with a student from the School of the Minister Star, Tang Wan," Shu Yuyan told her.

"Okay, girl, thanks," Hua Jieyu responded.

"See you later." After Shu Yuyan left, Hua Jieyu was still smiling. She looked so cute now and mumbled, "No wonder people said he was a bad boy."

Then she summoned the wind to carry her and jumped out the window. The way she landed was almost like an angel had descended to the world.

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Tang Wan was busy after Ye Futian left, because quite a lot of people had asked her about Ye Futian and Yu Sheng. These boys entirely lit up the curiosity of students at this academy.

What made it even more awkward for her was that some girls who were attracted to these boys came to her and asked her to invite the boys on dates. She didn't take these jobs because she couldn't just go to the Guqin Garden and tell the boys to go on a date. It would be so embarrassing.

"Tang Wan, someone's looking for you." Tang Wan was upset. It was so troublesome to have to answer questions about the boys again and again.

"Could you please just ignore your curiosity?" Tang Wan complained. However, the person calling her said this time was not only about curiosity.

"Who is it?" Tang Wan asked.

"Just go and check." Tang Wan peeked outside. She saw a gorgeous girl waiting for her quietly outside the door.

Tang Wan was suddenly reminded of what Ye Futian had said the day before. She now had a weird feeling that this girl was special.

Come on, he wasn't joking?

"Hello, I'm Hua Jieyu," she smiled and introduced herself. Tang Wan was absolutely confident in her own beauty. However, she still felt a bit overshadowed when she saw the girl standing outside.

"I'm Tang Wan."

"Could you please bring me to the boy?" Hua Jieyu asked politely. Tang Wan definitely understood who she was talking about. She nodded and said, "Follow me."

"Thanks." Hua Jieyu followed Tang Wan. People wondered why these girls were walking together because they didn't know each other before today.

"Do you know that guy?" Tang Wan was so curious that she finally asked.

"Yep." The image of Ye Futian came into Hua Jieyu's mind, and she started smiling again.

"So he wasn't lying to me yesterday," Tang Wan mumbled.

"What did he say?" Hua Jieyu asked her.

Tang Wan looked at her for a while and said, "He told me that you're his girlfriend."

"Uh, this guy…" Hua Jieyu flushed. She was shy.

Tang Wan finally realized that Ye Futian made such a scene yesterday only to let Hua Jieyu know that he was already at the academy looking for her.

What a sly boy.

In fact, she wondered if the students of Donghai Academy knew what had happened here, how many hearts would be totally broken.

"Nope, I do not admit that," Hua Jieyu tried to deny. However, her face was so red. How could Tang Wan believe her?

When they entered the garden, they ran into Tang Lan.

"Greetings, Professor," Tang Wan said.

Tang Lan was staring at Hua Jieyu. Naturally, Hua Jieyu reminded her of someone that had meant a lot in her life.

"Greetings, Ms. Tang," Hua Jieyu also greeted.

"Girl, you look exactly like her when she was young." Tang Lan was amazed. Hua Jieyu knew that she was talking about her mother. She had spoken a lot with Tang Wan on the way here, and she knew who Tang Lan was.

Tang Wan also knew that Hua Jieyu was the daughter of Hua Fengliu, whose wife was her rival for the affections of Hua Fengliu. She had doubted whether she should bring Hua Jieyu to this place. She felt as if she had made a mistake.

"Professor, I…" Tang Wan faltered.

"It's not your fault, girl. Hua Jieyu, go to your father," Tang Lan sighed.

"Thanks, Ms. Tang." Hua Jieyu walked into the garden with Tang Wan and Tang Lan following her.

In front of the door, Hua Fengliu was sunbathing, and Ye Futian was playing the guqin. When they saw Hua Jieyu, Ye Futian stopped playing, and Hua Fengliu started to smile with kindness.

"Dad," Hua Jieyu couldn't help crying. Tang Wan had told her that her father was severely injured. The sadness of seeing her father like this entirely drove away the happiness of their reunion.

"Hey, girl, don't cry." Hua Jieyu hugged his daughter. However, he had even started crying himself.

Ye Futian stood by their side quietly, watching the scene of the reunion.

Tang Lan asked Tang Wan, "How did she know they were here?"

Tang Wan briefly explained what had happened. Tang Lan was surprised by the crazy thing Ye Futian had done. She then turned to Tang Wan and warned her, "This boy is such a troublemaker. No wonder Hua Fengliu told me to keep an eye on him. Stay away from him, girl."

"What are you talking about, Professor?" Tang Wan was confused.

"Beautiful girls are just dangerous. Both of these girls are gorgeous. Hopefully, this boy will not make the same mistake as his professor did." Tang Lan sighed. She believed that Hua Fengliu had fallen into such a situation because of that woman. Now, Hua Jieyu looked exactly like that woman when she was young, but somehow even more beautiful. Tang Lan was afraid that several years later, when she became an adult, Ye Futian would run into troubles because of this beautiful girl, just like his professor had.

No matter what, there was such a substantial coincidence between these two generations!

The Legend of Futian - Chapter 49: Violence

Donghai Academy was enormous. After exploring more of the academy, the architecture on campus really opened Ye Futian's eyes. The buildings were erected on ascending stairs. To see the building at the very top of the stairs, one would have to tilt their head toward the sky. A magnificent view indeed.

"Donghai Academy consists of seven schools: the schools of the Emperor Star, Ruinous Star, Power Star, Flirting Star, Treasury Star, Finance Star, and Minister Star. That group from before was from School of the Flirting Star, and your 'girlfriend' is from the School of the Emperor Star," explained Tang Wan. Her eyes were full of distrust when she used the word 'girlfriend.'

"Back in Qingzhou Academy, the schools were divided by occupation. Does Donghai Academy do that?" asked Ye Futian.

"No, each of the seven schools consists of cultivators from different classes. Each school has their own powerful figures backing them up. It's all really complicated. While they help develop the schools, these powerful figures are also trying to increase their own powers," Tang Wan lowered her voice and explained to Ye Futian.

"So complicated," said Ye Futian.

"Yeah," nodded Tang Wan. "Because things are this way, the competition between the schools is very rigorous, and they pick fights with each other all the time; but within the schools, everyone is very united. So, when Yu Sheng picked that fight with the group from the School of the Flirting Star, it was the equivalent of picking a fight with their whole school. I personally think it's best for you both to leave for the time being."

Ye Futian smiled but did not say anything. Tang Wan continued, "Plus, Hua Jieyu was handpicked by the officials of the Emperor Star school as soon as she entered the academy. So, she's not among the ordinary student pool anymore. She cultivates up at the Emperor Star building. You wouldn't be able to go up there even if she was your girlfriend."

"She certainly is incredible," Ye Futian muttered to himself. He turned around and saw the crowd following from afar. Everyone saw what had happened between them and the students from the Flirting Star school and knew that group would never let them go so easily. So, now they followed Ye Futian and his friends in anticipation of what would happen next.

"If I leave now, would I lose face?" Ye Futian asked for Tang Wan's opinion.

She stared at him. How was he still in the mood to joke around? She had no idea what he was thinking.

Just as they were speaking, a group of people approached looking almighty. Mu Yunqing and Mu Yunni, who had just been defeated by Yu Sheng, were also among them. The way they looked at Ye Futian and Yu Sheng was not friendly at all.

They could not believe that he really chose to stick around. He really was not afraid to die.

Ye Futian realized that his opponents had him and his friends surrounded. He looked to Mu Yunni and said, "And here I was, wondering how arrogant you guys were. Is this all you've got?"

Mu Yunni could not say anything to that but no matter what they had to have their revenge.

The group moved in closer to Ye Futian, determined and ferocious. Ye Futian asked Tang Wan, "Can I reject their challenge?"

Tang Wan rolled her eyes. He would not leave when she told him to and now that he has beaten these people up, he wanted to turn down their challenge? There was no way they were going to let him go.

"Take care of yourself," Tang Wan said weakly. She then took several steps back without a word. Ye Futian stared at her, eyes wide, jaw open. Where was the loyalty?

Different types of Spiritual Qi flowed crazily. The group of these people closed in on Yu Sheng carefully.

"Yu Sheng, make a move," said Ye Futian. As soon as he spoke, Yu Sheng charged forward wildly.

Several of the more powerful cultivators surrounded Yu Sheng. Their sorcery erupted all at once.

Vines thicker than his arm curled around Yu Sheng's body, entangling his arms and legs. This was Earth Elemental sorcery. Soon, his entire body was buried beneath the vines.

"Ice Seal!" A gush of cold air rolled in and further buried Yu Sheng and the vines in a layer of ice.

BOOM! The loud sound had come from Yu Sheng's right foot. His ice-covered foot took a large step forward, and the spell was broken. Above his violent figure appeared a dim golden light, and he continued to charge forward at the opposing group.

"Disperse!" ordered the leader of the group. Immediately, a wind spell was cast over the whole group, aiding them in a speedy getaway. Then, the spell formed a bubble and encapsulated Yu Sheng.

Ye Futian squinted his eyes at the scene. It was very obvious that the group benefited from having cultivators of different elements work together. This made them stronger in battle.

The Mu siblings led a few people in Ye Futian's direction. Their hatred of him surpassed that of Yu Sheng, who was the one who had actually defeated them in battle.

Two people charged at Ye Futian as their Spiritual Qi went haywire.

From one of their bodies, the roar of a tiger was emitted, and his Spiritual Qi created a golden tiger. The person's speed also increased to that of a tiger. He pounced on Ye Futian with an outstretched hand. The hand as slightly curved, as if to mimic a tiger's paw. This person was a Metal Elemental cultivator of martial and divination arts. He was using Metal Elemental Spiritual Qi to fight in close-range.

"Third level of the Glory Plane," said Ye Futian. He could feel his opponent's aura. Ye Futian remained unmoved as a ferocious Earth Elemental force erupted from his body. Faintly, people were able to see a giant ape appear on Ye Futian's body. Born from the collection of Spiritual Qi, the ape possessed an inhumane amount of strength.

Even though both animals had been formed from Spiritual Qi, Ye Futian's giant ape was obviously more intimidating than the tiger demon.

As his opponent got closer, Ye Futian stuck out his arm. With one loud growl of the giant ape, the image of the tiger exploded. Following that, the giant hand of the ape demon wrapped around the opponent's neck and picked him up off the ground. A second later, he was smashed into the ground.

The loud crash mimicked that of the Mu sibling's hearts. Ye Futian smiled at the two and proceeded to race towards them. At the same time, the second person had also approached Ye Futian without hesitation was knocked out by a single punch.

Mu Yunqing and Mu Yunni released their Life Spirits and were lifted into the air. Even though they had been injured during the previous fight, they were still capable of battle. At this moment, a bright light shone from Ye Futian's back as he ran. The wings of the Roc carried him up into the air as well. At the speed of lightning, he flashed before the siblings. The body of a dragon, strength of an ape, and the agility of a Roc.

"A Mandate Sorcerer with a Roc Spirit!" People were amazed as they witnessed this scene. It was rare to meet a Mandate Sorcerer, but even more rare to meet a Mandate Sorcerer with a Roc Spirit. Different Life Spirits were able to bring the Mandate Sorcerer different levels of power. For example, both the Roc and the Golden Eagle were Wind and Metal bi-elemental Life Spirits, but the power from the Roc brought Ye Futian more power, making it super easy to defeat the Golden Eagle. Furthermore, Life Spirits grew along with the Mandate Sorcerers. Strong Life Spirits would only get stronger with time.

Tang Wan was dumbfounded. No wonder Ye Futian was so arrogant, turns out he had every right to be.

"Watch out!" warned Mu Yunqing. By the time he completed his warning Ye Futian had already arrived in front of him.

Mu Yunqing did not look too good. He proceeded to rush toward Ye Futian even though he knew his Life Spirit could not compare to that of Ye Futian but he was in a higher plane. He did not believe he would lose to Ye Futian.

The two orbs of golden light clashed in the air. The people below watched as the two continued their close-range combat.

"How can he be so strong?" People questioned Ye Futian's powers as they watched him fight a cultivator of a higher level than himself. He even had the upper hand. Soon, Mu Yunqing was struck by Ye Futian's fist and lost his balance. In the next second, Ye Futian had already placed his foot on his body, slamming Mu Yunqing directly into the ground. This was too violent.

Mu Yunni began to run away again when she noticed Ye Futian's attention shifted to her. This time was no different from her battle with Yu Sheng. The only exception was that this time was more direct than the last. One punch and she was off. The Mu siblings were cruelly defeated twice in a day. This may leave a deep emotional scar on the both of them.

Many people could not bear to look at Mu Yunni. She was a pretty girl, after all, Ye Futian and Yu Sheng should have taken it easy on her!

Back on Yu Sheng's side, there were also multiple people lying on the ground. Yu Sheng was too wild, just like the God of War. Had it not been for the alliance of different elemental sorcerers, no one would have been able to compete with Yu Sheng, not even the two five-starred Glory Plane cultivators.

In a flash, Ye Futian attacked a Wind Elemental sorcerer in the air. Very quickly, the sorcerer was pushed far away. It was pitiful.

The School of the Flirting Star is screwed, everyone thought to themselves. They had obviously underestimated Ye Futian and Yu Sheng's powers. The only ones standing now were the two five-starred Glory Plane cultivators. However, after Ye Futian joined Yu Sheng, Yu Sheng was like a beast who had just broken free. In one quick sweep, the whole lot was lying on the ground. They all looked so ferocious when they arrived but now "pitiful" was the only word to describe them. Many people pitied the School of the Flirting Star. This was incredibly humiliating for them.

Who were these two anyway? They were way too violent.

A black wind eagle swooped down from the skies and landed by Ye Futian. "Let's go, Yu Sheng!"

The two walked to the eagle. Tang Wan rolled her eyes at Ye Futian. He did know when to make an escape.

"My girlfriend will come looking for you. When she does, bring her to the Qin Gardens," Ye Futian whispered in Tang Wan's ear. Then, they mounted the black wind eagle and ascended into the vast sky. He wasn't really dumb enough to walk into the School of the Emperor Star screaming for his girlfriend.

"Remember, my name is Ye Futian!" Ye Futian screamed. His words were heard by everyone down below. To the students of the Flirting Star school, his words were a form of mockery.

Tang Wan thought of the words Ye Futian had left her with. A strange look crossed her eyes. Could this have been his true intention?

Hua Jie will come looking for me? She mumbled to herself. At the thought of the beautiful girl, she shook her head lightly. She must have been overthinking. Ye Futian is always joking around. Maybe this was also a joke.

In the air, Ye Futian watched as Donghai Academy got smaller and smaller. He then muttered under his breath, "Fox, this was the only way I could think of to let you know. I'm here!"

The Legend of Futian - Chapter 48: I Won’t Leave Because I Need to Find My Girlfriend

Tang Wan looked at Ye Futian with curiosity. Why would he pick a fight even before being admitted to the academy?

However, Mu Yunni was very rude. If it had been her own master who was insulted, she wouldn't have taken it either.

"Students are not allowed to bully each other at Donghai Academy, but friendly competition is encouraged. Therefore, any fight voluntarily initiated by both parties of students will not be interfered with by the academy administrators. However, the parties in competition must make sure they have full control of their violence, which means no casualties allowed," Tang Wan mumbled to Ye Futian. "Since you're not a student of this academy, if you insult the students here you will probably get your *ss kicked."

Ye Futian felt awkward. Why didn't Tang Wan believe in him?

The group of people around Mu Yunni stopped walking when they overheard Ye Futian and Tang Wan's conversation. Mu Yunni gave Ye Futian a glance in confusion. Someone started telling her, "Mu Yunni, this guy wants to kick your *ss."

Mu Yunni mocked Ye Futian. "Why are you agitated? Am I wrong? Who was there at my house, begging my dad to accept him? Why don't you just beg me, and maybe I'll be nice and persuade my dad to give you a place."

Ye Futian looked at Mu Yunni and said, "I'm mad now."

"So what?" Mu Yunni was still smiling at him. People around her were also laughing. Mad? Did it mean anything?

"So…" Ye Futian yelled, "Yu Sheng!"

"I'm ready." Yu Sheng clenched his fists and stepped forward. At that moment, Tang Wan felt that this big guy had become a beast. His body exuded a sense of danger.

"You are a Three-star Glory Plane warrior. Don't tell me you're afraid to fight," Ye Futian said to Mu Yunni.

"Yunni, I'll take him," a guy next to her said.

"I will challenge you all," Yu Sheng announced. Tang Wan was shocked. Even she knew that Yu Sheng was definitely stronger, but he was still a bit overconfident. He was challenging six Donghai Academy students who were elite amongst their peers. Some of them might even be Mandate Sorcerers.

Ye Futian wasn't worried at all. Yu Sheng had been practicing techniques inherited from his father since he reached the seventh plane of awakening. Additionally, he had exceptional talent. Therefore, his power could not be measured merely by plane.

He knew what Yu Sheng was trying to do. If he challenged only one student and other people got involved, then it was no longer a friendly competition. They were new to this place, so they still had to comply with the rules. Yu Sheng was very smart by challenging all those students.

Mu Yunni and her brother looked embarrassed. The people who came to their house begging their father to accept them were now challenging all of them?

"How can I reject you, since you're asking for it?" Mu Yunqing didn't take Yu Sheng seriously. However, he still had absolute confidence. He was only seventeen years old but already a Four-star Glory Plane Mandate Sorcerer. He was indeed one of the top students at Donghai Academy.

The moment he agreed to fight, Yu Sheng stomped on the ground, and his body shot toward Mu Yunqing. He had endured this family long enough, since Hua Fengliu was rejected and humiliated yesterday. He believed it was now time to teach them a lesson.

The ground fissured and Yu Sheng's body was covered with a dark golden glow, as if he was wearing solid armor. He was much taller than the average person, and with the armor, he almost looked like a knight sent by God.

"This boy is so…" Tang Wan was shocked. Yu Sheng had not even reached Mu Yunqing yet, and Tang Wan had already perceived the real power in his body.

Not only Tang Wan, but other people being challenged obviously sensed Yu Sheng's power. Two people stepped forward, and both of them started to condense elemental power into spells. One of them created a chain that appeared from the ground to shackle Yu Sheng's body, and another one shot a sharp golden arrow in his eyes.

Yu Sheng blocked the attacks by merely putting his arms in front of his body. The golden arrow broke into pieces the moment it reached his arms, and the chain was easily torn apart.

Yu Sheng had almost reached their bodies when they started to flee from Yu Sheng's range of melee attack. Their speed was breakneck, because both of them were powerful mages who also cultivated martial arts techniques.

Unfortunately for them, Yu Sheng was faster. They saw a golden giant blocking their way. They were frightened because they had never seen anyone who could corner them in a fight like Yu Sheng did. He was so fast that they were defeated before they had fully employed the power of their attacks.

Bang. Yu Sheng's arms swept onto them. They were knocked back to the ground, and their bodies were smashed.

Yu Sheng kept charging forward towards Mu Yunni. The ground was shaking with his steps. At that moment, Mu Yunni's face turned deadly pale. She apparently had just realized this strong guy was way more powerful than she was.

"Just go, I'll take him," Mu Yunqing told his sister. Mu Yunni had to obey. She ran as Mu Yunqing started to attack Yu Sheng. She made sure she was in a safe place and started watching them fight. She believed her brother could take care of that crazy big guy, and then they could beat up Ye Futian together.

Other students of Donghai Academy were attracted to this place by the fight. The moment they saw Yu Sheng, they wondered why they had never met this guy before. They believed he was also a student of Donghai Academy, because he was mighty.

Mu Yunqing unleashed the natal spirit he had inherited from his father. The natal spirit was a Golden Eagle.

A Golden Eagle was a powerful monster that consisted of both gold and wind elements of power. It was similar to the Ye Futian's Divine Bird. However, it was weaker.

After the natal spirit was unleashed, wings appeared behind his body. His whole body was now floating in the air, and the horrifying power of gold and wind elements were condensing around him. The power then formed into sharp lances that were pointed at Yu Sheng.

"Go!" Mu Yunqing's wings shook, and the lances suddenly started rushing at Yu Sheng, piercing the air. With enhancement from his wind element, the lances were much faster than expected.

Yu Sheng didn't try to dodge the attacks at all. He directly swung his arms toward the lances. People were shocked at how it was possible for a warrior to destroy the spells with martial arts techniques.

The moment Yu Sheng's arms made contact with the lances, a golden shadow enveloped his body. The golden shadow soon turned into whirlpools and began to engulf all the Spiritual Qi of the universe. The lances were quickly absorbed by the whirlpools, and after the lances were gone, barbs grew out of Yu Sheng's arms.

Mu Yunqing didn't give up on his attacks. He held the sharpest lance by himself and charged toward Yu Sheng. His body was as fast as thunder, and people started to worry about Yu Sheng.

Yu Sheng swung his arms again. However, this times the barbs detached from his arms and shot toward Mu Yunqing. Mu Yunqing blocked the barbs by closing his wings to entirely cover his body. However, this movement also blocked his own sight. When he opened up the arms again, Yu Sheng was almost in melee range.

Mu Yunqing could do nothing but run away from the momentum of Yu Sheng.

Yu Sheng definitely would not let him go that easily. He stomped hard on the ground, and it began to crack under him. His body suddenly rushed toward Mu Yunqing. People witnessed Mu Yunqing being approached by a golden light.

"Be careful!" Mu Yunni tried to alert her brother. It was too late. Mu Yunqing was shocked to find himself caught by Yu Sheng. Yu Sheng's arms were clamping on his foot. He couldn't fight against what happened next. With a sudden pull, he was smashed to the ground.

With a loud thump, Mu Yunqing's body hit the ground. He laid there, entirely immobilized.

"What a beast." The audience was shocked by this absolute power. Was he really a warrior? Yu Sheng's power had transformed their attitudes toward martial arts cultivators. They had never seen a warrior who could trounce a Mandate Sorcerer.

Yu Sheng kept stepping forward. People around Mu Yunni moved out of his way because they were too frightened to fight against this guy. Mu Yunqing had already shown them that Yu Sheng was overwhelming.

"What are you doing?" Mu Yunni was overcome with fear when she saw Yu Sheng walking toward her. She was trying to run away by unleashing her natal spirit, which was also a Golden Eagle.

That little resistance did not cause any trouble for Yu Sheng. He easily grabbed Mu Yunni by the arm. She did not dare attack him since he was now as ferocious as a beast.

The next moment she was being pulled to her brother.

"Let me go!" She screamed.

Yu Sheng smashed her to the ground next to her brother. They were both now lying on the ground, severely injured.

"Now you know that your father does not deserve to be his professor." Yu Sheng was humiliating them to return the humiliation they had suffered yesterday. Hua Fengliu had brought them to their house, and this family had rejected them. They had been destined to taste revenge because of Yu Sheng's bad temper.

Yu Sheng's fury was gone. He was no longer a beast, just a big boy. He quietly walked back to Ye Futian.

It took a long while for Mu Yunqing and his sister to stand up again. They were staring at Ye Futian and Yu Sheng with resentment.

"I'll remember you." Mu Yunni gnashed his teeth in anger.

"Go ahead, tell your father that you've been beaten by us," Ye Futian kept humiliating them. Mu Yunni was so angry. However, there was nothing she could do. It would be a shame if they had to go back and tell their father about the fight.

Mu Yunqing and his sister were crestfallen. Tang Wan looked at Ye Futian and believed he was talking like that intentionally. There were a lot of people watching, so these guys would definitely not tell their father what had happened.

"Looks like you have to go." Tang Wan forced out a smile. These guys had beat up students on the first day they came to the school. It was impossible for them to stay here any longer.

"You told me that professors at Donghai Academy don't care whether we fight." Ye Futian was confused.

"They won't, but those you just beat have classmates, who do care," Tang Wan said.

"It's okay. I still need to find my girlfriend," Ye Futian ignored her warning. Tang Wan followed him and asked in a lowered voice, "Who is your girlfriend? Don't tell me it's Hua Jieyu."

"How did you know that?" Ye Futian responded. Tang Wan was surprised and stopped talking.

The Legend of Futian - Chapter 47: Donghai Academy

The moon hung high in the night sky and the sound of guqin resonated in the Qin Gardens. The music seemed to be able to bring its listeners peace.

From the music, one could feel happiness and a longing for love.

In front of one of the buildings at the Qin Gardens, Tang Lan laid silently in a hammock, listening to the music. It brought her back to her youth and elicited memories from the past. She could not help but smile while she reminisced.

"Master," a gentle voice sounded. Tang Lan opened her eyes and was met with the sight of a sweet-looking young woman underneath the moonlight.

The young woman's eyes were clear and pure, but carried curiosity when she looked at Tang Lan. She had approached Tang Lan without being noticed, and what was more, she saw a smile on her master's face. Her smile was beautiful, but the young woman had never seen it before. Was it because of the music?

"Tang Wan, why are you back?" Tang Lan asked.

"I wanted to come back to see you, Master," Tang Wan answered softly. "Master, who is playing the guqin? It sounds like they are trying to convey a certain feeling."

"He is back. The person playing is his disciple," Tang Lan answered. She never expected Ye Futian to be on par with Hua Fengliu at such a young age. His music was able to pluck a person from reality, pulling them into the mood of the piece.

"He?" Tang Wan was puzzled at first but then remembered the person Tang Lan kept in her heart all these years. Her eyes twinkled. "The Qin Devil?"

"Yes. Since you're back anyway, you can show his disciple around Donghai Academy tomorrow, help him get familiar with the environment. When he enters the academy next year, you'll be schoolmates." Tang Lan chuckled and continued, "But that rascal is good with words. Don't be tricked by his sweet-talk."

Tang Wan blushed. Tang Lan said the guy playing the guqin was a sweet-talker. What could he have said to Tang Lan for her to say that?

"Go now. Get some more rest. From now on, you don't have to worry so much about me, focus on cultivation," Tang Lan said gently. Of her two female disciples, she favored this younger disciple more. Tang Wan was young and beautiful, sweet and enchanting. She was very much like Tang Lan when she was a young girl. Tang Lan hoped that her beloved disciple would not end up like herself.

"I understand, Master," Tang Wan replied. She turned and left the area but did not head back to her own living space. She followed the sound of the music and arrived at the building in which Hua Fengliu and Ye Futian were staying.

In front of the building, she saw a young man quietly strumming at the chords of the guqin. He seemed to have fallen deep into the music; a smile adorned his face, which made him seem much more attractive.

Tang Wan did not walk up to disturb him. Instead, she listened wordlessly from where she stood until the piece ended. The young man lifted his head and Tang Wan gave him a warm smile. "That was beautiful."

"Thank you. My name is Ye Futian. Are you Ms. Tang Lan's disciple?" asked Ye Futian with a smile.

"Yes. My name is Tang Wan. My Master wants me to take you around Donghai Academy tomorrow. Do you want to go?" asked Tang Wan.

"That sounds great!" he nodded.

"Then, I'll come find you tomorrow." Tang Wan smiled and was on her merry way. Ye Futain stood up, grabbed his guqin and entered the bamboo forest behind the building.

A rustling noise came from the bamboo forest; there also seemed to be a low hum. Up ahead, Ye Futian could see the stalks of bamboo shaking from a gust of strong wind. When he walked closer to the area, he could see Yu Sheng seated on the ground. His body was surrounded by a dim golden light, making his already intimidating physique even scarier. At the same time, his face seemed to be slightly contorted, as if he were suffering from great pain. The low hum from before was coming from within Yu Sheng. It was as if a ferocious force was attacking his body from the inside.

Ye Futian sat down on the ground and placed his guqin down in front of him; he began to play again. Under the sound of music, the suffering young man seemed to have calmed down but the scary force continued to attack. It growled and roared, almost like it was ready to devour Yu Sheng.

After a long while, the force finally calmed down. Yu Sheng opened his eyes but the look on his face was icy cold. However, when he looked over and saw Ye Futian, his gaze started to warm up.

"Yu Sheng, how long did your father say you had to cultivate this technique?" asked Ye Futian.

"Forever," answered Yu Sheng.

"Can't you stop?" Ye Futian felt terrible.

"It's fine," Ye Sheng scratched his head and smiled. "This way, I can become stronger."

"You dummy. Rest well," said Ye Futian. He left after picking up his guqin. However, Yu Sheng did not go rest. After Ye Futian left, he started to cultivate again. Ye Futian had almost been hounded to death on Mount Tianyao. Now that they were in the City of Donghai, there were even more powerful cultivators here. He had not cultivated long enough. At the plane he was in now, he was not capable of protecting Ye Futian. He had to become stronger and more powerful as quickly as possible.

...

The next morning, Donghai City was basked in the warmth of the bright sunlight.

In the Qin Gardens, Tang Lan sent people to take care of Hua Fengliu bright and early. Ye Futian felt bad for him, though, because everyone Tang Lan sent, was male. Hua Fengliu tried to protest in a roundabout way. He said that there were some things that females do in better detail. To this Tang Lan replied, "There's me." Hua Fengliu could only cry on the inside. He should have known better than to come back to the Qin Gardens. This was pure revenge.

Ye Futian was still laughing as he stepped out of the residence. He, along with Yu Sheng and Tang Wan departed on the black wind eagle.

In the air, Ye Futian looked down at the large city. His feelings about the city down below were complicated. He was afraid of it, but at the same time he wanted to conquer it.

"Tang Wang, are there a lot of geniuses at Donghai Academy?" Ye Futian asked.

"Yeah. All the geniuses from well-known families all across the East Sea Prefecture are usually sent to Donghai City to further their education and, of course, Donghai Academy is the first choice. For example, people say that over half of all the young Mandate Sorcerers in the East Sea Prefecture are gathered at Donghai Academy," Tang Wan explained.

Ye Futian slowly nodded. He could understand this. It was only natural for families of Mandate Sorcerers to want to send their children to study at the best academy.

"Are you feeling stressed?" Tang Wan smiled at Ye Futian. Her smile was sweet and beautiful.

"Stress?" Ye Futian wanted to smile. "Doesn't exist."

"Looks like you're pretty confident," chuckled Tang Wan.

Ye Futian did not reply but, instead, threw her a question, "By the way, have you heard of a person named Hua Jieyu at the academy? She's about your age."

With Fox's looks, it would be impossible for people at the academy not to know her.

At the mention of this name, Tang Wan gave Ye Futian a strange look. "You aren't planning to try anything with Donghai Academy's number one beauty, are you?

"Donghai Academy's number one beauty?" Ye Futian was dumbfounded. Almost immediately a huge smile spread across his face. She was actually here!

Furthermore, she was more well-known than he thought. She really was a fox.

"Didn't she just get into Donghai Academy?" Ye Futian asked curiously.

"Yeah, but her performance at the Spring Quarter Entrance Exams was incredible. All the higher-ups were shocked. Plus, I heard she comes from an impressive background. So, her popularity skyrocketed as soon as she entered the academy. She was the talk of the town. Also, with her looks it's only natural that she was crowned the academy's number one beauty," Tang Wan explained. "Do you have a crush on her? I think you should just forget about it."

Ye Futian looked at Tang Wan. It looked like she didn't know about Hua Jieyu's background. If she did, then she would have been able to guess that Ye Futian and Hua Jieyu knew each other.

"Why?" he asked.

"Hua Jieyu has countless suitors at the academy but even the most popular guys have all been turned down. So, I don't think you have a chance." Tang Wan gave him a light smile.

"I get it," Ye Futian's smile got even bigger. "Do you know why she turns all of them down?"

"Probably because she's too prideful," said Tang Wan.

"It's because she already has someone she likes," he said.

"Who?" Tang Wan was curious.

"Me," answered Ye Futian, smiling at Tang Wan.

She smirked. "Master said you were good with words, turns out they were for bluffing."

Ye Futian was speechless in response to her comment. Then, thinking about Tang Lan, said he felt a bit upset.

After dropping off the trio, the black wind eagle was off again.

Donghai Academy was majestic. The main doors were open allowing access to anyone and everyone. In all of the East Sea Prefecture, no one dared to cause trouble at Donghai Academy, so the academy never had to worry about preventing intrusions.

Students came and went. The youngest was around the age of thirteen or fourteen, and the oldest was not over twenty. Everyone looked upbeat; the campus was vibrant.

"There are so many pretty girls here," said Ye Futian as they entered. Hearing his very first comment about Donghai Academy, Tang Wan felt many pairs of judging eyes on them. It was embarrassing.

As people walked past them, they could not help but stare. Ye Futian was handsome, Tang Wan was beautiful, and Yu Sheng looked strong and intimidating. Naturally, this trio would attract a lot of attention.

At this time, a pair of eyes landed on Ye Futian and his friends. The corners of her mouth lifted into a smug smile.

"It's him," said a young woman around the age of sixteen.

"Mu Yunni, is he someone you know?" asked a classmate of hers.

Ye Futian was heading in their direction. His eyes did a quick sweep and saw the Mu siblings from yesterday amongst a group of people. It was hard to tell whether or not they were smiling at him.

"Can I help you with something?" asked Ye Futian. The siblings had walked up to him.

When Mu Yunni saw how confident Ye Futian looked, she was reminded of how pitiful he had looked to her the day before. She snickered at him, "Found someone else to back you up?"

"What's it to you?" he asked with a smile.

"Nothing, I'm just asking," she laughed. Then the group brushed past Ye Futian and continued on their way. Right after walking past Ye Futian, Mu Yunni told the person next to her, "That guy is the Qin Devil's disciple but the Qin Devil is now handicapped. He even had the nerve to come to my house and beg my father to take in his disciple. Isn't that such a joke?"

Ye Futian heard her words and stopped in his tracks once again. He turned to Tang Wan and jostled his shoulders. "What happens if I beat someone up at Donghai Academy?"

The Legend of Futian - Chapter 46: The Girl Was in Love

The Guqin Gardens had an elegant environment with pavilions, bamboo, and rocks. It was quiet and comfortable.

A group of people arrived in front of one of the pavilions. They saw a girl, about twenty-years-old, come out of the pavilion. She greeted Tang Lan, "Hi, Professor Tang."

"Nie Bing, this is Mr. Hua and his disciple," Tang Lan made the introductions. "This is my first disciple, Nie Bing. The younger ones are now cultivating in Donghai Academy. Don't worry, I won't let Ye Futian see them."

Ye Futian smiled wryly. His reputation had been ruined by Hua Fengliu.

"Mr. Hua," Nie Bing greeted Hua Fengliu.

"The place you used to live in has been kept vacant, but it's clean, so you can stay there," Tang Lan told Hua Fengliu.

"Thank you." Hua Fengliu nodded.

"If you had gratitude, you would not have left me." Tang Lan still resented him because of their past. Hua Fengliu did not refute this. He responded with nothing but silence.

"Ms. Tang, my Professor has been missing you all this time. He told me many times that he had failed someone and he played the guqin every time this memory came back," Ye Futian spoke for Hua Fengliu. Tang Lan looked at Ye Futian with suspicion. "Is that true?"

"Of course." Ye Futian looked serious. "I did not know who that person was but today after meeting you, Ms. Tang, I totally understand that feeling."

Tang Lan looked into the crystal bright eyes of the boy, and she started to believe he was telling the truth. She turned toward Hua Fengliu, and he was shaking his head, sighing. "It's all just in the past."

"Okay, you do have some last shreds of a conscience." Tang Lan finally believed him. Yu Sheng was surprised that Ye Futian was able to help Hua Fengliu gain forgiveness from his old flame.

"Nie Bing, go get my guqin," Tang Lan told her. Nie Bing left and soon returned with a guqin in her arms. Hua Fengliu was overcome with emotion. "Thank you for repairing Duyou for me."

"Duyou used to be your favorite guqin. Now it's time to return it to you." Nie Bing gave it to Hua Fengliu.

Hua Fengliu took the guqin and strummed the strings with his fingers. They heard a unique sound coming out of the guqin, which brought the audience into an empty and secluded world, as if it had magical powers. noveltranslationweb.blogspot.com

"Wow, an artifact." Ye Futian was awed. Objects enhanced with spells were called artifacts.

"Ye Futian, come here. It belongs to you now." Hua Fengliu handed the guqin over to Ye Futian. Tang Lan was confused about this. She had realized that Hua Fengliu would give this disciple everything. For the Guqin Devil, this guqin was almost as important as his life.

Ye Futian took it carefully with both hands and replied with a smile. "Professor, I will not let you down."

"I believe you," Hua Fengliu laughed. He knew Ye Futian was genuinely talented. He just needed time to hone his power.

"What's your plan now? Don't think about revenge. I always wanted to destroy his natal spirit because of what he did to you, but he was just too powerful," Tang Lan said. Hua Fengliu knew who she was talking about. It was his long-time nemesis, the Art Saint.

"I did not come here for revenge. I brought Ye Futian here to attend Donghai Academy. However, since the Spring Term Admission Test has ended, I'm afraid that he will have to wait until next year. You've stayed in this city all these years, do you know if there is anything I can do to get Ye Futian into that academy?" Hua Fengliu asked Tang Lan.

Tang Lan shook her head and answered, "Unless someone of high authority at the academy asked for him personally."

Hua Fengliu frowned, looking like he was thinking hard.

"Professor, why do I have to attend Donghai Academy?" Ye Futian asked.

"In The City of Qingzhou, Qingzhou Academy is a sacred place, and the official students of Qingzhou Academy have a high social status in the city. Most of the important people of that city graduated from that academy. Even the Lord of the City is supposed to show respect to Qingzhou Academy." Hua Fengliu answered his question. "It's the same for Donghai Academy. However, Donghai Academy is even more remarkable. Donghai Academy is not the only academy in this city, but it is the oldest one, founded more than three hundred years ago, when this continent was in severe conflict. The initial founding of this academy was intended to serve the major families in this city, and this purpose has not changed."

"So, you mean Donghai Academy is more than just a school?" Ye Futian asked curiously.

"Correct. Donghai Academy is far more powerful and complex than you'd think. If you attend Donghai Academy, your safety will be better ensured," Hua Fengliu explained. Ye Futian nodded, realizing that Hua Fengliu had a more significant plan in mind. Otherwise, they would not have come here.

"I met your professor at Donghai Academy." Tang Lan sounded sad as if some past memory had just popped into her mind.

"In fact, we were about your age." Hua Fengliu was smiling.

"What a beautiful time it was. I was willing to devote my most precious youth to you, but soon after you met her," Tang Lan kept speaking.

"I made a mistake." Hua Fengliu was embarrassed.

"You feel guilty?" Tang Lan was mad, and she being sarcastic with Hua Fengliu, "To be honest, I was not as beautiful as that girl, but as far as talents and power, I was considered to be the top of my class. Why did I devote myself to the wrong man?"

"I'm tired, Ye Futian, help me go back to my room." Hua Fengliu tried to close his eyes. "Yes," Ye Futian responded.

He lifted Hua Fengliu onto his back and carried him to his room. Tang Lan still looked like she was mad at what had happened in the past but since Hua Fengliu had lost his ability to walk, she began to sympathize and warm up to him.

Ye Futian carried Hua Fengliu into the room and asked, "Professor, Jieyu's mother was the princess of the Nandou family, just like my Jieyu. Is she also studying at Donghai Academy now?"

"You need to find out for yourself." Hua Fengliu smiled.

"Okay." Ye Futian nodded and left Hua Fengliu to rest. He went back to Tang Lan, and she said to Ye Futian, "Looks like you guys are getting along with each other."

"Professor was injured because of me," Ye Futian said. "He was trying to protect me, reactivated his natal spirit, and suffered this irreversible injury as a result. Is there any possibility that he could be cured by someone in this city?"

"That is nuts." Tang Lan was shocked by what Hua Fengliu had done for Ye Futian. "To cure him, we would need a special Mandate Sorcerer who is a healing sorcerer with mental power. Besides, he would have to be more powerful than your professor. It would be almost impossible to find someone like that."

"There is not a single person in the City of Donghai?" Ye Futian's hope was rebuilt. He would do anything he could to cure Hua Fengliu.

"In fact, there is." Tang Lan had thought of someone. She realized Ye Futian was looking at her with expectation, so she told him, "Just give up. Your professor would be happy enough that you are even thinking about how to cure him."

"Please Ms. Tang, tell me." Ye Futian looked stubborn.

"He's not going to do it," Tang Lan shook her head.

Ye Futian was disappointed. He understood that Tang Lan had her reasons for not telling him.

"Goodbye, boy. Take care of your professor and get a good rest," Tang Lan said.

"Thanks, Ms. Tang." Ye Futian knew that Ms. Tang had helped them a lot by letting them stay there, and he was grateful. "Professor is so lucky to have you."

"This is life," Tang Lan sighed.

"Which part of Professor attracted you to him in the first place?" Ye Futian asked.

"Boy, he was handsome," Tang Lan answered and left, leaving Ye Futian standing there, surprised.

Yu Sheng looked him in the face, then mumbled, "No wonder why so many girls like you. You do have a pretty face."

Ye Futian pretended to be mad and stared at Yu Sheng. However, when he turned around, he couldn't stop laughing.

　　...

He was so eager to cultivate at Donghai Academy. This academy was apparently the best in all of the East Sea Prefecture.

In fact, countless people came to this academy every year and tried their best to be admitted. However, only those with extraordinary talents could become students. The rest just gave up their first choice and went to the academies that were not as excellent. This was why everyone in Donghai Academy could be considered geniuses, and a virtuous cycle was formed that let this academy become even more powerful over time.

The powerful sorcerers such as the Guqin Devil, Art Saint, and Tang Lan had all attended Donghai Academy. For a powerful family like Nandou, Donghai Academy had become the first and only choice for their offspring.

Meanwhile, at Donghai Academy, a beautiful girl was inscribing. She was about sixteen-years-old, and she was focused entirely on her work. This concentration shed a holy glow on her body.

"Hua Jieyu," someone called her. Another pretty girl had entered. She was not as gorgeous as the one inscribing though.

"What's going on?" Hua Jieyu paused her work and looked at the girl.

"Someone is inviting you to dinner." She smiled at Hua Jieyu.

"A guy?" Hua Jieyu asked peacefully.

"No, it's a girl, and all she wants is to be overshadowed by your beauty at the dinner," the girl said jokingly.

"I'm sorry, I can't go." Hua Jieyu picked up her pen.

The girl looked awkward. "Why don't you even ask who he is?"

"I can't go," Hua Jieyu insisted. The girl almost gave up.

"Can't you at least try this time? I promise you this is one of the greatest boys at this academy," the girl tried for the last time.

"I have a boyfriend," Hua Jieyu explained. The girl was surprised and asked, "You're not making this up, are you?"

Hua Jieyu shook her head. The girl realized she was serious. She sighed. "Oh my, so many boys at this academy are going to have broken hearts. Is this boy at the academy?"

"No," Hua Jieyu answered.

"Is he an amazing boy? It must be really difficult to get you to fall in love," the girl said.

The image of Ye Futian came into her mind, then she suddenly started smiling. That smile was soul-capturing. It was utterly irresistible, even for the girl next to her.

"He's a bad boy." Hua Jieyu didn't stop smiling. That smile was so sweet!

The girl could see that Hua Jieyu was definitely not lying. She looked like she was in love!

The Legend of Futian - Chapter 45: Abjection

Hua Fengliu stared at the magnificent palace. Ye Futian's words went straight to his heart. Would there be a day that they would beg him to enter?

His handsome face lit up with a bright smile. He said in all seriousness, "I believe you."

Hua Fengliu had no confidence in himself, but he had the utmost confidence in Ye Futian.

"Let's go," Hua Fengliu said lowly. No one wanted to enter that palace more than he did. The two women he loved most were in there.

"Master, you did this on purpose didn't you?" asked Ye Futian. Obviously he was not really trying to run into the palace to look for his girlfriend. Hua Fengliu was handsome, talented, and known as the Qin Devil. Even if he was not welcomed into the palace, Ye Futian was definitely not welcomed either. Even though he knew that he was handsome, to walk in and say that the sixteen-year-old princess was his girlfriend as a Glory Plane cultivator would probably get his legs broken, and then he'd be thrown out of the palace.

"I wanted to give you a little motivation," chuckled Hua Fengliu.

The three of them returned to sit on the black wind eagle. They were up in the air once again. Their clothes shook violently in the wind. Ye Futian looked down at the palace as the view got blurrier. This was going to be his number one goal, whether it was for Hua Jieyu or Hua Fengliu.

When the black wind eagle touched land again, they were outside of another residence. This one was not as intimidating as the Nandou family, but it was obviously still the residence of nobility.

After landing, they were able to see the entrance of the residence. Guards stood on watch outside and above the doors was a plaque: "The Mu House."

"Let's go," said Hua Fengliu. Ye Futian carried him towards the entrance, but was blocked by the guards. "Is there something I can help you guys with?" asked one of the guards.

"Please relay a message to your master, Mu Hong. Tell him Hua Fengliu is here to see him," Hua Fengliu told the guard. The guard looked over at his colleague and nodded. One of them headed into the residence.

Not long after, a young man looking to be about seventeen years old arrived. He saw Hua Fengliu on Ye Futian's back and gave a look of interest. He bowed lightly and said, "Greetings, Senior. I am Mu Yunqing."

"I can't believe Mu Hong's child is already all grown up," smiled Hua Fengliu. "Is your father not home?"

"My father is inside, preparing the house to receive your presence. If you'll please follow me," said Mu Yunqing. His arm was outstretched, inviting the trio inside, so Ye Futian carried Hua Fengliu into the home.

The Mu family house was huge. Their group arrived at one of the buildings within the residence. A stern looking middle-aged man stood there. When he saw Hua Fengliu, a look of confusion crossed his eyes. "Hua Fengliu, what has happened to you?" he asked.

"My old sport, Mu Hong. It's a long story," sighed Hua Fengliu.

"Come have a seat," Mu Hong said and a servant girl walked up with tea for everyone. A young girl beside Mu Hong sized up their little group.

After everyone took their seats, Mu Hong spoke again, "Hua Fengliu, you've already met Mu Yunqing. This is my daughter, Mu Yunni."

"This is Ye Futian and Yu Sheng. Ye Futian is my disciple and it is because of him that I have come to you," Hua Fengliu said.

"What do you mean?" asked Mu Hong.

"You know that I have enemies in Donghai City, I don't want to drag Ye Futian into it. So, if you are willing, I was hoping he could stay here with you. You can treat him like a nephew, or even take him in as your disciple," explained Hua Fengliu. His intentions were now clear to Ye Futian.

Hua Fengliu wanted to find support for Ye Futian, even if he had to beg.

"My father won't take just anyone under his wing," Mu Yunni glared coldly at Ye Futian.

"Yunni, watch what you say," reprimanded Mu Hong.

"You don't have to worry about his talent, old sport," Hua Fengliu reassured him.

"You had your powers disabled by the Art Saint. How powerful can your disciple be? Now that you're like this, you want to drag my father down as well?" said Mu Yunni unwelcomingly.

"Be quiet!" shouted Mu Hong sternly. Then, to Hua Fengliu he said, "My daughter is undisciplined. Please do not mind her."

Mu Hong picked up his cup and sipped on his tea. The room was quiet and he did not answer to Hua Fengliu's request.

Of course, Hua Fengliu knew what this meant. At that moment, Ye Futian spoke up, "Master, let's be on our way now."

"Okay," nodded Hua Fengliu. "Please excuse us now, old sport," he said to Mu Hong.

"Aren't you going to finish your tea first?" asked Mu Hong casually. He had no intentions of asking them to stay.

Ye Futian already had Hua Fengliu on his back. Hua Fengliu smiled and shook his head. "There's no need."

"Very well then. Mu Yunqing, Mu Yunni, go send off Uncle Hua Fengliu," said Mu Hong. The Mu siblings nodded and followed behind Ye Futian as they made their way out. After they left, Mu Hong let out a sinister look. Disciple? If he was willing? He had no lack of disciples.

Hua Fengliu's powers had already been disabled. Plus, he has made enemies of the Art Saint and the Nandou family. Did he really think it would be easy to find someone to back him up?

Ye Futian's trio stepped out of the residence and Mu Yunqing spoke, "Take care now, Senior."

The trio continued on their way but from behind they could hear Mu Yunni. "Shouldn't they have known better? How shameless."

"They have it tough," laughed Mu Yunqing, no longer keeping up with his previous proper image.

They made no attempts to hide their conversation. The words stung as they reached Ye Futian's ears. Yu Sheng had his fists clenched. Hua Fengliu felt guilty and said, "I'm sorry, Ye Futian. You've suffered because of me."

"No, I haven't. Mu Hong is ignorant and blind. He just gave up a chance to be the master of the future emperor," Ye Futian said nonchalantly.

"You rascal," laughed Hua Fengliu. It looked like he was worried for no reason. "With a handicapped man like me, people will only look down on you. They won't see your true potential. When you are able to control the world, they'll regret everything."

"Master, don't say that about yourself," Ye Futian felt terrible. He knew well and clear it was for him, and that Hua Fengliu had gone to beg Mu Hong.

As the legendary Qin Devil, Hua Fengliu was extremely prideful. Now that his powers had been disabled, he did not care about his enemies. If it weren't for Ye Futian, Hua Fengliu would have never returned to the City of Donghai.

"It's okay; I still have some friends here. Let's go find them," said Hua Fengliu.

"Master, I don't want you begging others for me," said Ye Futian.

"Coming to Donghai City was my idea. Xia Fan wanted to kill you back on Mount Tianyao. Even though this city is huge, there's no way to say that we won't run into him. I can't protect you in my disabled state. I can't just let you be on your own," explained Hua Fengliu. "Don't worry, this is just the plan for now. We won't have to do this after a while."

"Master, don't you understand? All those years ago, when your Life Spirit was destroyed and you were kicked out of Donghai City, none of your friends stood up for you. Now that you've returned abjected, who do you think is willing to help you?" asked Ye Futian. "I'll be careful and take care of myself. Don't worry about me. I didn't even die on Mount Tianyao, I won't die so easily."

Hua Fengliu sighed and said, "Alright then. Let's go take a look around the Qin Gardens."

"Is that where you used to live?" Ye Futian guessed.

"Yeah, but it's probably deserted now," nodded Hua Fengliu. They set off on the black wind eagle once again.

Hua Fengliu and Ye Futian stood in front of the Qin Gardens, shocked. The residence in front of them looked lively. They noticed this even from up in the air. It was definitely not deserted.

"Yu Sheng, go find out who the new owner of the Qin Gardens is," said Hua Fengliu.

"Okay," answered Yu Sheng. He walked up to ask the guard but did not get a name. All the guard told him was that the new owner's surname was Tang.

"Let's leave," Hua Fengliu said. His expression changed. Ye Futian thought this was peculiar but turned to follow.

"What's so scary about my last name?" a voice rang out behind them. Ye Futian stopped in his tracks and looked back. A woman had walked out from the Qin Gardens. She looked to be in her thirties. She was very beautiful. One could only imagine how much more beautiful she was in her youth.

Hua Fengliu saw the woman and smiled bitterly. "I didn't think you would be living in the Qin Gardens."

The woman looked at Hua Fengliu and began to give off an icy aura. She looked like she was about to erupt in anger. Ye Futian shuddered. She couldn't be an enemy of Hua Fengliu, could she?

"Who did it?" she asked in a cold demeanor. She was referring to Hua Fengliu's disability. Maybe she wasn't an enemy after all.

"Forget about that. How have you been?" Hua Fengliu asked.

"How do you think I've been?" she asked him in return. Ye Futian was confused. Could she be Hua Fengliu's wife? Didn't she live in the Nandou Family Palace though?

"Who's he?" the woman asked looking at Ye Futian.

"Senior, I'm Master's disciple," Ye Futian answered.

"Who caused his disability?" she continued to inquire.

"Vice Chief Xia Fan of the East Sea Prefecture wanted to kill me. Master is like this now because he tried to protect me," said Ye Futian.

"That useless son of the Xia family? He dared to lay a hand on you? I'm going to kill him," said the woman.

"Stop acting crazy," Hua Fengliu stared at her. "It's been so long. Can't you control your temper a little?

"If I hadn't been abandoned by a certain someone, would I have become like this?" she asked. Ye Futian felt weak in the legs. So, it was an old lover.

"You still haven't married?" Hua Fengliu's tone became gentler.

"Do you want me to marry that badly?" Tang Lan retorted. Hua Fengliu did not know what to say.

"Come in. This used to be your home. Now, that you're back, it should be returned to its rightful owner. You can live here from now on," Tang Lan's tone also lightened.

"No," Hua Fengliu rejected, shaking his head.

"Why? Afraid I'll swallow you alive?" She was furious. "If you had married me all those years ago things wouldn't have turned out like this. Don't you feel like you were dragged down by that woman?" asked Tang Lan.

Ye Futian burst out in cold sweat. This....

"Let's not talk about the past," Hua Fengliu tried to brush it off. "Who else lives in the Qin Gardens?"

"I took in two female disciples," she answered.

"Young and pretty?" asked Hua Fengliu.

"There is one," replied Tang Lan. "Why? You like them young now?"

Hua Fengliu was dumbstruck. "Stop with the nonsense. I just don't want your disciples to follow in your footsteps. So, it's best if I don't go in."

"Follow in my footsteps?" At first, she seemed confused. Then, she glanced at Ye Futian and finally understood what he meant. Ye Futian was young and handsome. In a couple of years there would be another Hua Fengliu.

"Even the disciple you took in resembles you; but don't worry, my disciples have higher standards than I did," said Tang Lan. "Come inside."

Hua Fengliu smiled bitterly. He thought to himself, With a guy like Ye Futian, it wouldn't matter how high their standards were.

"Don't regret it," Hua Fengliu sighed. Then, he turned to look at Ye Futian. "Hey kid, behave yourself."

"Master, I'm really not the person you think I am!" Ye Futian was completely speechless. Who was that defensive against their own disciple?