“The Unwavering Merchant.” “I have heard of the name and his notable actions,” Yuan Cai declared, addressing his men as well as the young man who was still beyond the eastern wall.Speaking in front of his subordinates’ anxious gazes, Yuan Cai did not let his voice falter. He thus carried on talking with total faith in his own skills. “But these gates won’t open with his name alone.” “We not only need proof of his presence, but his purpose for coming here must be known,” Yuan Cai boldly declared.The statements he had just heard had utterly taken Wei Dong aback, as he had been communicating on Master Wu’s behalf for some time.He learned from those interactions how famous his master was. Because of his master, he was exposed to a wide range of personalities and characteristics, all of whom treated him with respect regardless of his station. “So, you say no in response?” Wei Dong inquired to make sure he understood exactly what he had heard.“Yes.” “If you want to enter this city, you
With his senses keenly focused, Xiao Long dashed across the busy market section, avoiding obstacles like wheel carts, caged birds, and wooden poles that might have impeded his progress. Using quick movements, he steered clear of the chaotic consumers and vendors, his determination driving him forward with each stride."Get out of my way!" To get the attention of the people in front of him, Xiao Long let out a loud cry. So, some moved aside to make room for him, while Xiao Long pushed those who were unwilling to concede."Who do you think you are?" One of the bystanders who was rudely jostled aside shouted furiously at the receding figure of Xiao Long. However, Xiao Long did not even waste his breath on this man and continued to move through the dense crowd.Emerging from the chaos of the market district, Xiao Long's keen instincts led him to a narrow alleyway, his mind set on taking a shortcut to reach the city lord's residence faster.'The main road is too crowded; I need to take a d
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a shroud of darkness over the forest, the caravan came to a halt. The weary travelers recognized the need to find shelter for the night, and the decision was made to settle under the protective canopy of a grove of mangrove trees.“Eliminate the creatures that dwell in the area.” A bald man with an enigmatic aura ordered the group of practitioners that were serving under him.Warriors from the convoy sprang into action, clearing a small area of beasts and other potential hazards to establish a temporary campsite.Within one of the tents, the atmosphere was calm and focused. The flickering glow of a lantern illuminated the space, casting shadows on the canvas walls.“Good evening, I am Yuan Yi and I shall be treating your wounds.” A woman could be heard speaking as she greeted the figure that was already inside meekly.Li Wuji sat on a simple cot, his wounds being attended to by the woman who had just entered, who displayed a remarkable ski
After the chaos caused by the wolves had subsided, two warriors from the caravan stepped forward to surround Li Wuji. Their eyes were sharp, their stances poised with vigilance, ready to strike Li Wuji at the slightest provocation.‘It’s only natural that they show such hostility to a stranger such as myself.’ Li Wuji understood the thoughts of the two men that were observing him with attentive gazes. ‘A shame their cultivation levels are still substandard, it won’t be a challenge breaking free from this encirclement….”Li Wuji felt a mix of conical humor and relief as he stood under the watchful eyes of the guards. He was relieved to see his own kind as they were a somewhat easier foe to face, it was even more so for Li Wuji considering he was an invincible existence below the Qi shattering realm.The guards surrounding him were merely in the mid-stages of the Qi shattering realm, it wasn’t hard for
Nestled between thickets of rainforest and mountain ranges in a remote area of Qianlong province was a mysterious monastery. The monastery glowed ethereally across the surrounding terrain, resembling a soft green and white curtain under the cover of night.If you want to properly enter the Qi-refining world, you need to keep your shape and steady your internal energy. An ancient voice rang out in the moonlit peace of one of the monastery's largest courtyards.In the middle of the courtyard stood an old man whose presence exuded wisdom and power. Clad in a richly embroidered cloak of deep blue symbols, he was clearly a formidable planter. Shining with knowledge and resolve, his eyes studied his disciples, practicing in the calm light of the moon."The disciples have potential, but there is always scope for development in some areas." Teacher Sheng was well-known for giving direct feedback, a practice he continued into the night.The nocturnal peace that surrounded his mentor was broken
The following morning, as the gentle rays of dawn illuminated the surroundings, Li Wuji remained quietly nestled in his tent. The events of the previous night lingered in his thoughts, mingling with the expectation of what lay ahead. He needed this moment of solitude to gather his strength and prepare for the challenges that awaited him.‘My wounds are healing up nicely.’ Li Wuji casually felt the clean bandages that were wrapped around his wounds with a light smile on his face. However, the tranquility of the morning was abruptly shattered by a piercing scream that tore through the air. It was a sound that sent shivers down Li Wuji's spine, a scream he recognized all too well. The familiar sound was of a warrior that was in a great deal of discomfort. ‘Anything that can cause a grown man to scream out in such a way, cannot mean the journey will be as smooth as I previously thought.’ Li Wuji could only sigh at the thought of his plans being derailed once again. Li Wuji's eyelids sl
"This is how it transpired..." Ge Dao went on to explain the events that took place at the eastern wall between Yuan Cai and Wei Dong. “At first I wanted to personally go to the wall and claim the head of that foolish guard, but I decided to report the situation to you first."After hearing Ge Dao's report, Master Wu put down his cup and stared into the empty space above while stroking his white beard. "I have taught you well Ge Dao, you were able to resist the urge to retaliate. Instead, you decided to consult your teacher for advice, I must say well done."Despite consuming excessive amounts of liquor, Master Wu was still able to literate his sentences clearly without stuttering in the slightest. It was natural for a cultivator at his level to suppress the dizziness effects of the liquorGe Dao nodded at his master as he silently appreciated the praise, he was bestowed earnestly it was during this time that Ge Dao silently admired his master's state.Despite being over sixty years o
After the disturbances in the camp subsided, Li Wuji was sitting quietly outside his tent, savoring some recently received warm broth. He was thinking about his goals for the future and a variety of other things."It's inappropriate that the beast has eluded my grasp thus far; however, I still have the opportunity to obtain the beast core that's still inside the body of that beast." With a simple expression on his face, Li Wuji submerged himself in the warm, juicy chunks of beef that bobbed in the soup. It was difficult to imagine what was going through his mind from the outside.Li Wuji had only been out of the Black Temple for a few days, having humiliatingly defeated Master Wei, the prison's overseer. To his dismay, he was unable to collect his reward, even though he was able to kill the white wolf with the beast core inside during that time."Brother Yang." A young man called out to Li Wuji as he was still sipping on the meaty broth. The jovial spirit behind the man's words was ea