Assassin Reborn - Chapter 9

Chapter 9

Chapter 9 - First Introduction of Five Elements Wings

Edited by FluffyGoblyn

Xu Qi closed the backdoor after entering . However, he remained by the door . He felt deeply moved by seeing Jin Yier leave from the door crack; then he shook his head helplessly and walked towards his room .

Xu Qi caught sight of a silhouette waiting outside his room . After identifying the figure, Xu Qi entered his room without a word, and the visitor followed Xu Qi .

In his room, Xu Qi took off his cloak, and started teasing, “This is seriously uncomfortable . Why are you still waiting for me at this hour, Uncle Mang? Warming my bed?”

The visitor was the housekeeper of Xu Clan, Xu Pingfan, of course . He was aware Xu Qi had yet to return since leaving the mansion, thus sent all guards away from the back entrance; he didn’t want anybody to see Xu Qi returning in the middle of the night . Yet here he was, waiting for his young master’s return . If it weren’t for Xu Qi repeatedly urging him not to go looking for him, he would have made his way to Jade Sea Tavern long ago .  

Seeing Xu Qi safely returned home and started teasing him, Xu Pingfan gave a slight smile and said, “Young Master, please don’t forget your age . You’re going out and back in the middle of the night . You should have some consideration for my feelings . What if something were to happen to you? I can’t shoulder that responsibility . ”

Xu Qi didn’t reply to Xu Pingfan . He chuckled a little, then sat on the bedside . His legs dangled off the bed, giving a carefree atmosphere .

Just by looking at Xu Qi, Xu Pingfan understood the former had great gains from tonight’s trip, but he didn’t want to enquire about the details . He pondered for a while, then reported, “Young Master, Helian Clan and Liang Clan got wind of my intention to sell our business rights and have sent people to get in contact with me . I have informed them of the pricing, but both clans wanted an exclusive deal . Do you think I should do something behind the scenes?”

“Don’t bother, Uncle Mang . Let it go if the price is right . There is no need to offend them . We won’t have it easy if we offend either of them, and they will retaliate if we take it too far,” Xu Qi answered .

“All right then . As you wish, Young Master . Also, I have found a suitable place that you asked for, and construction is already underway . It should be completed in a month,” Xu Pingfan replied .  

“That’s fast . Thank you, Uncle Mang . But you must keep in mind that this matter must never be leaked . Otherwise, it will be disastrous for us . ” Xu Qi felt pretty happy with Xu Pingfan’s capabilities .

“Please rest assured, Young Master . Everything will be taken care of . Just be patient . ” Xu Pingfan patted his chest and assured .

In fact, things weren’t as simple as Xu Pingfan made them out to be . Locating the place was easy since Xu Clan didn’t lack the funds . However, when it came to construction, Xu Pingfan didn’t dare to be careless in the least . Although he wasn’t sure of Xu Qi’s intention in ordering the construction, he understood Xu Qi wanted to maintain secrecy . Therefore, he offered high wages to exceptional craftsmen from other cities to do it . He also employed guards and made sure that the craftsmen were unable to leave the premises before it had been completed .

Xu Qi didn’t pay much concern to Xu Pingfan’s arrangements . All he was thinking of was the information given by Jin Yier earlier .  There’re so many schools . This world is somewhat dangerous; it’s better to hurry up and strengthen myself, he thought to himself .

“Young Master, as for your instructions to look for orphans, I have arranged that as well . They will be gradually sent to a secure place,” Xu Pingfan interrupted Xu Qi’s thoughts .

Xu Qi’s attention was immediately roused at the mentioning of orphans, and he said, “Uncle Mang, I forgot to mention this the last time . Their gender doesn’t matter, but they must be perfectly healthy . Don’t bother with them if they have any irregularities; give them a bit of money and begone with them . Oh, the amount… I want ninety-nine of them . Think of a solution if the numbers are insufficient, and I don’t need any extra . ”

“Ninety-nine? All right, Young Master . I will do my best . ” Ever since Xu Pingfan got reprimanded by Xu Qi for asking too many questions, he didn’t dare speak out, no matter how doubtful he was; he’ll just do as he’s told .

The truth was, there was no real reason for requesting ninety-nine . He didn’t care about the number; he just said it for superstitious reasons . However, his words caused Xu Pingfan to tense up .

“Uncle Mang . You’ll help with these matters . I don’t wish to appear in public anymore . I want to cultivate in peace for some time; don’t let anybody disturb me . Also, no need to feel anxious if you can’t find me . Just arrange for someone to bring me food now and then . From now on, your words will be final in Xu Clan . That’s all . I want to rest now . You go, too,” When Xu Qi spoke these words, there wasn’t any discussion; it was an order . He even drove Xu Pingfan away now .

Xu Pingfan only gave a short “Yes” when he heard Xu Qi wanting to cultivate in seclusion . Then he left the room and slowly shut the door .

Xu Qi was overcome with a feeling of exhaustion as Xu Pingfan left; he was busy for the whole day . This was the first time he concerned himself with clan matters ever since being in this world, and he had to consider so many things . Xu Qi was exhausted to the extent of falling asleep just as he lied down .  

After an unknown amount of time, Xu Qi woke up and stretched himself . Hunger started to kick in .  He left his bed and noticed some food had been placed on the table . It went without saying it was Xu Pingfan who brought him food . “How deep in slumber was I? I didn’t even realize someone came into my room . Whatever . Food comes first . ” Xu Qi reprimanded himself a little for dropping his guard .

After filling his stomach, Xu Qi’s body disappeared from his room . He entered the Four Divinities Cavern once again . He was worried he might cause a commotion while cultivating in his room . Therefore, he decided to train in the cavern since there was a large plaza available there . Furthermore, no one would see him cultivating .

As Xu Qi familiarised himself with the use of the bronze ring left by Venerable Ziyan, accessing the cavern was much smoother this time around . Xu Qi reached the plaza shortly and couldn’t help but drool at the sight of the row of fruit trees on the right, “What a pity that each person is only limited to three fruits . That’s 100 years’ worth of cultivation each right there . Who knows if they’ll spoil? Such a waste if they do . ” Xu Qi couldn’t help but feel regret . Having to guard the fruits, yet unable to eat them left a bad taste . If they were to rot right in front of his eyes, it would probably cause a severe heartache for Xu Qi .

Xu Qi then looked towards the mound where he’d buried the skeletons . He gave a prayer, muttering to himself, “Seniors, this brat has come to visit again . I have no intention of disrupting your rest by cultivating here . Please understand if I’ve offended you . ”

With a flip of his palm, several books appeared in Xu Qi’s hands . He then sat down and held up “Void Dao . ” Xu Qi previously learned the Soul Displacement technique from the first stage of the cultivation method . It was powerful indeed; prompting Xu Qi to continue cultivating from the first stage .

Xu Qi was a lot more prudent activating his cultivation this time around, unlike previously, where he sought for instant gains . He circulated his cultivation according to the instructions . Xu Qi would feel pain occasionally, but he gritted his teeth and persevered .

Some time passed, and he practiced once through the first stage of the cultivation method . Xu Qi then picked up another book, the “Everchanging Swordplay,” and started browsing, since he had yet to learn any offensive techniques . As he flipped the book, he cursed aloud, “Oh god, Venerable Ziyan . This book only contains three techniques? What is this bullshit?! Wait… That’s not right . These were carefully chosen by Venerable Ziyan; these shouldn’t be any common items . Let’s observe how it goes first . ”

Xu Qi continued studying the swordplay, “First technique: Almighty Slash . Second Technique: Abnegation Strike . Third technique: All-creation Meltdown . ”

The sword manual left behind by Venerable Ziyan came with drawings on how to execute . As Xu Qi was unable to wield the Heavens Vanquisher, coupled with the fact that he didn’t like the Rainlord, he retrieved a random bronze sword from the pile of weapons he swiped from the corpses . It was neither long nor short and was a rather easy sword to wield . Then, Xu Qi started practicing the first technique, Almighty Slash .

Perhaps Xu Qi would never believe it, even in his death, but this bronze sword he picked out randomly would almost cause his death in the future . But that is a story for another time…

Everchanging Swordplay – First technique: Almighty Slash . The practitioner is required to possess an overbearing cultivation method, to discharge sword qi through your weapon . When one has mastered this technique, a single strike is sufficient to pulverize the enemy .

After Xu Qi finished reading the skill and drawings, shadows fluttered around in the plaza . Xu Qi coordinated his Soul Displacement technique with practicing swordplay . Though he displayed creativity, Xu Qi was unable to cause a single scar on the stone wall, no matter how much he practiced in accordance with the sword manual, not to mention pulverizing with sword qi .

Slash, slash, slash slash… As Xu Qi practiced, he suddenly thought of something and stopped, “Discharging sword qi… Almighty Slash . . . I channeled my energy to the sword, but I haven’t even thought of discharging the sword qi as I practiced . I’m so stupid!”

As he came to a realization, this time Xu Qi channeled his energy onto the sword, enveloping the blade with a green light . Subsequently, Xu Qi activated the Soul Displacement technique, and controlled the blade with his will, slashing at the wall .  Boom! a streak of green light flashed out from the sword . Upon contact with the stone wall, a large, deep cut appeared on the wall; the surroundings tremored, rocks falling over .

“I succeeded?” The surprised Xu Qi froze on the spot, holding onto his sword . However, after unleashing this technique, he realized he felt weak all over . It was like his body was emptied out .

“It looks like using this technique will exhaust a large amount of energy; I can’t use it unless necessary . Let’s check for techniques that don’t require energy . ” Xu Qi felt especially troubled with his body’s lack of strength . He then went on to check the other books helplessly .

“What does this “Five Elements Wings” do? Since I’m tired, might as well read this . ” Exhausted, Xu Qi sat down and started browsing the book .

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“Five Elements Wings . At the dawn of time, Lady Nuxi was mending the sky . She was processing the five elements of nature: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, and successfully refined the wings . When not in use, the wings remain hidden behind your back . It only requires your will to animate the wings and take flight with incredible speed . After activation, materials of the five elements cannot put up resistance in your way . . . ”

“Wahaha! This is a real treasure! With these wings, it will be difficult for someone even to wound me!” Xu Qi was immediately thrilled once he read the introduction to Five Elements Wings .

Xu Qi hurriedly flipped the page, in search for the refining method, “To forge the Five Elements Wings, one must first refine the Essence of the five elements . Six sets of the five elements’ essence, together with an inner core of a monster, are the necessary ingredients to forge the wings . Merge a drop of the user’s blood with the wings after forging, and you will be able to fuse them onto your back, as well as control them by your will .

“Oh god, where am I supposed to find a monster’s inner core?!” Xu Qi was dumbstruck by the stringent requirements .