Azure Heaven Saber-Chapter 160 - 123 Scared Afterwards 1st update
Chapter 160: Chapter 123: Scared Afterwards [1st update!]
Chapter 160 -123: Scared Afterwards [1st update!]
To be honest, or rather to hit the nail right on the head, anyone in the world being in this situation, even Feng Yin, would take much more time to contemplate this matter than these two brothers did.
After all, it’s too intricate and has colossal karmic implications.
Yet, the Xu brothers made their decision in less than a hundred breaths.
Pledging allegiance, bowing down, all in one go.
After they finished paying their respects, they started collecting their master’s remains and his belongings. Other than his letters and knife, nothing else was touched.
They returned to the cave entrance, began cleaning out the spider nest again. After ensuring it was all clean, they started digging, solemnly burying the two skeletons inside.
They found a huge stone, smoothed it out into a monument, and carved words on it. As the last scoop of soil was added and both of them bowed down in salute once more.
“Master, rest assured, we will surely avenge you! Either we perish, or they do!”
After everything was settled, they turned to clean the cave dwelling before starting to read the letters and practice what they learnt from it.
“This karma, now that we’ve accepted it, we’ve accepted it.”
The brothers were fairly free-spirited, and since they already made their decision, they thought alike: not to learn means not qualifying to be an opponent to Bright Moon over the Five Lakes.
But once they learned, though it meant becoming an enemy, they became an enemy of Bright Moon over the Five Lakes — how grand and face-saving that would be! They could even brag about it!
“Boy Four, imagine us becoming masters, making great progress and going to find Physician Feng… hehehe, it’ll be a surprise.”
“Third Brother… didn’t you say we were going out there to venture with Physician Feng? How did it change to giving him a surprise? Can’t you be more serious?”
“Venturing is venturing, but surprising is surprising. Can you imagine the scene when two unprecedented masters appear in front of him? Won’t he be shocked?”
“Well, that does sound quite interesting.”
“Also, when we were with Physician Feng before, we were just his minions…but now we are future masters. Isn’t it fair to call us left and right guards?”
“Brother, wake up, we haven’t become masters yet.”
“Damn! You can’t even dream? If people don’t have dreams, they might as well be salted fish!”
“Of what use are dreams? Can they get buns to eat? In my opinion, they are indeed worse than salted fish, at least salted fish can be eaten and can accompany meals!”
“…”
“Once we succeed, I must find that Gentle, and give him a beat down! Damn it, he pisses me off more than anyone else.”
“Me too.”
The more they talked, the angrier they got, they started cussing Gentle out, feeling as though their ancestors were dancing in their graves due to their words.
“Let’s see what Gentle is up to now. He should be somewhere close. We should hurry up and catch up, then beat him!”
So they took out the Heavenly Judgement for a look.
“Gentle was originally the number one in the Iron Rank… eh, how come he’s not there? He hasn’t died, has he?”
“Why are you so vile? Maybe he’s moved up to Bronze Rank, check in the Bronze section.”
“He’s not in Bronze either… surely he hasn’t really died… no wait, there were some messages I just saw, there were records of him killing his target…”
“Hissss… could he have made it to Silver Rank?”
“No way, impossible, absolutely impossible…”
“Look here…”
Xu the Third pointed to the Silver Rank assassin list: Gentle, ranked 45,678.
Both brothers were stunned.
He’s in the Silver Rank now?
“Did he cheat or something?”
Xu the Fourth’s first instinctive response was disbelief. A mud loach that was once rolling in a mire suddenly turned into a dragon one day?
Isn’t this too fast? Too sudden?
“Cheat? You try cheating? Has anyone ever been able to cheat in the Heavenly Judge’s assassin task throughout the countless ages?”
Xu the Third snorted, then collapsed on the ground.
“I originally thought that we were the lucky ones who’d had an incredible encounter and would definitely become the pride of heaven… But he’s already taken flight, soared straight to the sky…”
“I don’t want to mention him right now, my eyes are getting dizzy…”
Xu the Fourth was also listless: “You tell me what to do, if we see Gentle, do we still fight him?”
“Fight?”
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Xu the Third sighed, “Of course we should fight… it’s never wrong to bow and salute, wasn’t there a saying, ‘no one ever complains about being treated too politely’?”
“…”
They continue to practice at the bottom of the cliff but it is not mentioned further.
…
Feng Yin, carrying Feng Ying, journeyed all the way home. By the time they arrived home, the east was already beginning to light up. But he didn’t feel tired at all.
Today’s step was indeed a big one.
From Bronze Rank, he stepped into Silver Rank all at once.
At the same time, it meant that the road to the Gold Rank had begun, and still plenty of time left for the selection. Feng Yin felt that the curtain was about to be unveiled on his glorious life!
He was in such high spirits that he couldn’t help but beam, brimming with gratification.
As he stepped into the room, he paused abruptly.
There sat a person, quiet as a whisper.
It was Zhuang Weiran.
At the Iron Heart Tree, Hu Lengyue was hidden nearby, attentively observing the surroundings.
“You’re back?” Zhuang Weiran asked with a relaxed smile.
“Yes, and you, Uncle Zhuang?”
“I’ve been following you from afar.”
Zhuang Weiran smiled and said, “However, seeing your behavior, cautious actions, cultivation strength, and countermeasures according to the current situation, all of these are commendable… You prioritize your safety in every step, plan first then act, and have a well-regulated course of action. I believe that even if I do not follow you, there won’t be any serious issues.”
He looked at Feng Yin with admiration, “When I was your age, I couldn’t do what you are accomplishing now. It’s not about martial arts cultivation, but it refers to being cautious and experienced. ‘Caution prevents error’ is more than just an empty phrase.”
Feng Yin nodded, listening seriously.
He knew that these old guys had a common trait, that is… they would praise you first before criticizing you.
So, Feng Yin had been waiting for Zhuang Weiran to say that ‘but’.
“But!”
Indeed, Zhuang Weiran continued, progressing to the ‘but’: “Still, you haven’t changed your bad habits at all.”
Feng Yin paused.
He began to reconsider every move he made…
Suddenly, he couldn’t help but shudder.
Indeed, except for the first and second move, he had adjusted. However, starting from the third move because of his high tension, he completely disregarded the supposed ‘correct movements’ that Zhuang Weiran taught him.
His moves reverted back to his unrefined actions.
Meaning all the advice that Zhuang Weiran gave these past few days went in one ear and out the other, serving no purpose!
This was deeply embarrassing and mortifying.
Even with Feng Yin’s thick-skinned nature, he felt ashamed and was at a loss for words.
“Kid Feng, you don’t need to feel embarrassed, everyone experiences this. It’s normal and challenging to break old habits overnight.”
Zhuang Weiran said, “The point of my talk today was not to blame you, but to emphasize that after every battle, don’t hurry to do other things or focus on the gained accomplishments; those don’t matter. When you have calmed down, try to replay the battle in your head, compare it with correct movements, and identify your mistakes.”
Feng Yin nodded thoughtfully.
Zhuang Weiran calmly said, “This way, it’s more useful than anything I could say hundreds of times. However, it takes time and perseverance; it cannot be achieved overnight.”
Feng Yin naturally understands this.
In fact, he heard this advice hundreds of times since childhood in his previous life.
After every examination, the teacher would stand on the podium and say: compare the correct answers and check your mistakes…
“I understand.”
Feng Yin replayed each scene in his mind, all the way from his sneaky descent from the massive tree to his journey home.
Throughout this process, Zhuang Weiran didn’t utter a word, patiently waiting.
When he saw Feng Yin finally raising his head, he merely smiled and said, “I saw your battle. You moved like a thunderbolt, advancing and retreating like a deity. Did you use the Black Silkworm Thread as a support?”
“Yes, I accidentally obtained some Black Silkworm Thread, but unfortunately, it’s not enough,” replied Feng Yin.
“Hmm, I happen to have some.”
Zhuang Weiran fetched a roll from his pocket and handed it over.
He acquired this after visiting dozens of places upon witnessing Feng Yin’s fight.
It wasn’t easy.
After all, very few people own such a thing.
“This much?”
“Yes, it’s not more than three thousand feet. Use it wisely. However, remember not to rely too much on such external objects, and never let anyone know!”
Zhuang Weiran spoke calmly, “When the enemy detects such an extrinsic object, they can just act as they please. As the proverb says, ‘Attack the middle stream when the river is not yet crossed’, meaning once they find a loophole, the only path for you is death. Even though the Black Silkworm Thread is tough, it has its limitations and can’t withstand a casual strike from anyone with a bit of power.”
Feng Yin felt a shock run through his body; cold sweat erupted from every pore.
He had taken action eight times in tonight’s battle.
Additionally, he had utilized the Black Silkworm Thread multiple times in previous fights, but he had never contemplated this issue.
What if he exposed a hint of it and the enemy noticed during an encounter, while his concentration was entirely on the Black Silkworm Thread? What if the enemy was plotting against him…
He might just be struck down from the sky…
Considering this made him shudder with fear. He broke into such a cold sweat that he couldn’t stop it.
“At the end of the day, the Black Silkworm Thread and other auxiliary tools are just that, tools. You can’t rely too much on them. Granted, not many people know about this item, but can you guarantee that only you know about it in this world? Using the same killer move twice in a single battle is a gamble with your own life. Let alone using such external items.”
“And you used it eight times!”
