Ancient Strengthening Techniques
Young Miss of the Yan Clan Who Sells Tea Leaves
Only when he reached the 5th Heaven Layer of the Ancient Strengthening Technique would he have any hope of letting himself head to the Yan Clan!
Qing Shui had only returned in the morning to the resting place where Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li were. When she came into contact with Huoyun Liu-Li's gentle gaze and concern, she felt extremely warm in her heart. He was satisfied because such a woman thought about him!
Qing Shui felt very grateful. If she had been in her previous life, Qing Shui would have thought that/it's a woman like this would be out of her reach. In this life, she could feel an incomparable warmth and beauty treatment.
Canghai Mingyue remained the same, as if nothing could peak her interest. He gave off a powerful and domineering presence that seemed to be able to cause one to retreat after he came into contact. She was beautiful, so beautiful that even the beauty of someone who could cause the suffering of the country and its people would not be able to compare.
He was different from Shi Qingzhuang's coolness, and had the pride of a loner. He is a person who is indifferent to everything. A friend is easy to find but her chest is hard to expect. He was like a phoenix hovering above the clouds, no one could understand or know what he was thinking. No one knew for what reason, what he wanted, or what he was after.
The three of them continued on after a simple meal. They had already entered the Jiang Yan Country. Qing Shui estimated that/it would take them about two days to leave the Jiang Yan Country. The Golden Winged Thunder Condor and the flaming bird would have no trouble flying for two days. When Qing Shui spoke to Canghai Mingyue the night before about Yan Jiang State, he finally changed his mind and decided not to pass through Yan City.
Although his goal was difficult to achieve, at least he had a goal and the possibility to achieve it. Qing Shui knew that/it would be difficult to break through to the 5th Heaven Layer. Since he knew alchemy, he might be able to find a suitable recipe or refinement based on the recipes he had access to to help his cultivation.
Huoyun Liu-Li sometimes accompanied Qing Shui or Canghai Mingyue. Qing Shui felt that/it felt funny but he was also touched. This girl wanted to not ignore her Master or him.
There were also eighty-one cities in the Yan Jiang Country. They entered Moyu City which was at the far border of Yan Jiang Country but they did not stop. Looking down from the high air, they could not see clearly how the city looked because it was too big. However, it still felt as if the tall buildings were extremely small and insignificant.
Standing from a high place, one would be able to see to a distance. When one stood up from a high place, one would also lower his head to look at something. It felt as if he was able to save a lot of effort and strength. Gradually, a person will find that/that he will grow to like that feeling. Those who looked down on the entire world all stood at a very high place. They would not only lower their heads but also look at the humiliation on the others.
It only took two hours to fly across buildings, mountains, and, and the urban forest was fast as the smaller cities only had a circumference of 1000 li while the larger ones would have a circumference of tens of thousands of li. This was also why Qing Shui had only thought of venturing into the world after obtaining a flaming bird. Otherwise, it would be an almost impossible task unless he could learn the techniques that would allow him to move across long distances as if they were only a short distance away, or if he can get his hands on the legendary ‘checkout’ post.
Although Qing Shui was surprised when he first saw the description for ‘post check’, he did not feel that/it was something unexpected. ‘The check’ post Qing Shui thought of was known as a magical item but it was seen as a treasure in the world of the nine continents. It was not separated into different classes as there were different uses for them, but they were all strong enough to make one's hair stand up.
Legend has it that/it ‘pos examination’ which exists in the world of the nine continents allows the holder to be able to immediately reach one of the nine designated places. The nine places were each located somewhere within the capitals of each continent. As to whether it actually happened, no one knows because it is unknown that/that anyone has laid a hand on one.
While Qing Shui is also full of desire for ‘post check’ because it can save a lot of time and will be very useful during an escape attempt, there was no clue as to where to start searching for such a mystical object.
The strong wind in the air meant nothing to those who had reached Xiantian. If it was an ordinary person, he would not be able to withstand the strong gales. He would not even be able to breathe and would only feel as if he was being cut by a knife. This showed how fast the Golden Winged Thunder Condor and the flaming bird were.
In a strong wind, they would even channel some Xiantian Qi as they spoke. Otherwise, they would not be able to hear each other. Therefore, they usually do not speak during the flight. Of course, it would be a different case altogether if they sat down. The protruding parts behind the flying beast would block half of a person's height. However, when they were flying so fast, those who were weak would not even be able to sit down because their speed would be too fast and unbearable for them.
Standing from a high place, the sky seemed so vast and endless, making people feel that/that they were insignificant and helpless. Being able to see that vast scene made Qing Shui feel extremely good and peaceful.
They flew until the next day. When it was noon, Canghai Mingyue looked at Qing Shui and said softly, ’’ Yan City is right in front. Let's let the animals rest while we take some food. We will stay for two hours before continuing our journey. ’
Qing Shui looked at Canghai Mingyue, stunned, but the other party only showed his back as he turned to look at her. When Qing Shui heard Yan City's words, he felt a burning sensation within him. While he said that/that they would not stop at Yan City, it was still good to see since they passed by.
He wanted to thank Canghai Mingyue, but he finally refrained from doing so. She still felt very grateful for him, even though he was proud, aloof, and even a little stoic.
An hour later, they got off at a less busy location, rented a covered horse carriage, and went to the largest restaurant in Yan City, ’’ Red Maple Inn ’.
The prosperity of Yan City was not much different from the Cang Lang Country and was almost at the same level. Qing Shui sat in the coach together with Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li with the chaotic Huoyun Liu-Li sitting next to him in the middle.
The carriage was not very big and could barely accommodate three people.
Canghai Mingyue once again made Qing Shui feel that/that she was unique, as she sat on the other side without hesitation. He was still keeping his distance from Qing Shui.
As she was surrounded by beautiful women, Qing Shui felt extremely displeased. When he saw Canghai Mingyue's gaze earlier, it seemed like he didn't care that/that he was a man. It made Qing Shui feel that/that he didn't care about her …
’’ Liu-Li, let's change seats. I want to look outside. ’’Qing Shui says softly.
’’ Ahh, mmm. ’’ Huoyun Liu-Li seemed to have realized something and quickly agreed to change seats with Qing Shui. Huoyun Liu-Li changed her beautiful well-developed butt before Qing Shui, and Qing Shui was eager to stick his face into it.
Canghai Mingyue turned to glance at Qing Shui before continuing to look out, but there was not a single change in his expression!
Qing Shui leaned against the window and looked at the traffic and stalls that were passing by. There are all kinds of things being sold. There are many voices from people calling customers as well as from those bidding for better prices.
They passed another stall, and he noticed that/it seemed to be an unusual crowd there. However, the sound that came out made Qing Shui fall into shock!
’’To think that/that Young Miss Yan Clan sells tea leaves. This was truly a disgrace to the Yan Clan. ” Rough female voice sounded.
’’ She is only Young Miss Yan Clan in name. How does she look like the Yan Clan's Young Miss? He could not even compare to a servant in the Yan Clan. It is not a shame to rely on your own efforts to survive. ” An old man said calmly.
” Sir, please stop the coach! ” Qing Shui suddenly shouted.
Qing Shui quickly got off the coach, not even saying anything to Huoyun Liu-Li and Canghai Mingyue.
’’ Sir, what's wrong with him? ’’ Huoyun Liu-Li asked Canghai Mingyue anxiously.
” Let's go, we'll go and see too. ’
Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li both dropped out of the coach as well. ’Master, please wait for us here for 15 minutes. If we haven't returned yet, don't hesitate to leave. ’
After saying that, Huoyun Liu-Li handed the coachman a silver note!
Qing Shui walked towards the crowd. His sense of taste sounds too sharp, making him able to hear clearly from such a long distance.
” Sigh, this kid is really pathetic. Even though she was the Young Miss of the Yan Clan, she could not even compare to a child from an ordinary people's family. ” An aunt speaks, feels sorry.
Qing Shui walked very slowly, and gradually pushed forward.
’’ Haha, cousin? Does he deserve that title? She's not even my aunt's daughter, but just an illegitimate child from the Yan Clan. ” Hateful young voice speaks.
” Then why didn't you let me move earlier? After all, she was very beautiful and charming. ’’The young man said in a lewd tone.
”You want to die? Before you touch it, do you believe Guo Polu will exterminate everyone in your family? If that happens, even I won't be able to save you. ” The friend who was called as Young Master Xiao said with a hint of hatred.
” It is not surprising that/it no one dares to bully her even though she is left wandering the streets. Does Guo Polu like it? If yes, why did he not take her away? ’
’’ Guo Polu is eager to do that, and has even vowed to just marry her. But this stubborn girl doesn't care about him. ’
Qing Shui had already joined the crowd at that moment. He saw an ordinary cart selling ordinary tea leaves that could be found on the mountain or near the riverbank. However, the tea leaves are picked and harvested very carefully.
When Qing Shui saw the girl behind the carriage peddling tea leaves, he had a unique feeling and an unknown urge. With just one look, he was convinced that/that the girl was his mother's daughter who had missed him so much for the past 19 years. That face, which was 70% similar to his mother's, looked slightly young and very similar to hers. When Qing Shui saw the pea-sized red mark on the corner of his eyes, he was even more certain of his identity. The tall and slender figure looked rather thin and fragile. While he was thin, he was not thin and his figure was well developed.
Qing Shui felt very strange, feeling a hint of anticipation for this unknown older sister. It was because he was the flesh and blood of his mother and was connected to her in blood. He desperately wants to take her away, take her to his mother, and protect her. The feeling did not go away just because they had never met. Could it be that the feeling of blood is thicker than water?
When he saw her miserable state, Qing Shui's heart felt sad. He did not know why it suddenly hurt and even his face looked a little pale!
Looking at that delicate face with a maturity that was incompatible with his age and the tinge of indifference that was reflected in his clear eyes, Qing Shui couldn't even see the hatred and only saw an untenable will.
Qing Shui saw that/that while there were a lot of people swarming around, no one went to buy tea leaves.
” Sir, why are so many people crowding but no one buying tea leaves? ” Qing Shui asked an old man standing beside him.
” Sigh, isn't it because of that Young Master Xiao? Who would dare go and buy tea leaves? ’’The old man sighed and said.
”What do you mean? Sir, can you tell me? I also thought about buying tea leaves. ’’Qing Shui wanted to know more about this blood-related older sister that he had never seen before.
” Sighs, if you want to buy tea leaves, wait until Young Master Xiao is gone! ’’The old man sighed again and said nothing more.
Qing Shui looked at this very quiet sister and did not say anything. He really wanted to know what kind of environment would make an ordinary 19-year-old girl so gloomy.
’’ Sir, please see. Qing Shui and the woman looked very similar. ” Huoyun Liu-Li looked at Canghai Mingyue and said in astonishment.
Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li had followed Qing Shui to see what he was doing and was not far from him.
When Qing Shui wanted to step up to buy tea leaves, two well-dressed men in their 30s walked in front of the wagon.
” Pack and all this, I bought it. ” One of them pointed to half a tea leaf and said.
’’ Haha, they must have been sent by Guo Polu. Otherwise, he would have long starved to death on the streets. ’
From that voice, Qing Shui was able to tell that/it belonged to Young Master Xiao. He could not help but turn to look at that young man who was satisfied and intelligent. He thought, ‘’He must be from Xiao Clan.’
Qing Shui was now very curious about this Guo Polu. To be able to fight Young Master Xiao, he was definitely not an ordinary human being. It looked like the Guo Clan or Guo Polu had very strong support.
’’ Haha, how? Are you sorry you didn't listen to my aunt? ’
When Qing Shui heard that disgusting voice, he frowned. He was already holding a small stone and was just about to smash the face of hatred when his hand was held by a small and warm hand.
Qing Shui looked at Canghai Mingyue who was shaking her head. When Qing Shui turned his head, it almost touched that extremely beautiful face. She looked at that beautiful graceful face from a close distance, and especially that pair of beautiful eyes that were dark as ink, very deep, and seemed to have the magic to make people fall into it. Her beauty was unique, like an irresistible poppy.
Qing Shui was a little dazed and could even feel him exhaling a scent that smelled like an orchid. The soft feeling in his hand made him feel touched.
She worried about him?
Qing Shui looked with a pale face at the figure that disappeared into the distance. That small yet stiff back gaze was as if it had a will that refused to move! He felt very sad and depressed. This is the sadness of unimportant character!
Qing Shui found a middle-aged woman who was gossiping among the crowd, paid him some money, and quickly learned the whole story.
” Five years ago, Madam Xiao, who was the Young Master's aunt and the Yan Clan's official Young Mistress, wanted to marry her to a powerful clan, but Yan Qingqing was against the marriage. Afterwards, Madam Xiao tried to use despicable means to get the Yan Clan to drive Yan Qingqing out of the house while refusing to let her go very far. Yan Qingqing even thought of dying to end everything. However, Madam Xiao had told him, ‘’You have a mother who is very likely to come and take you away. Don't you want to meet the woman who gave birth to you? ’
’’ She did not leave this place because she was waiting for her mother to come for her. ’
Qing Shui stood there, feeling puzzled. The indescribable feeling of pain and helplessness made him tremble but he could feel a hint of warmth from his hand.
Qing Shui didn't know when Huoyun Liu-Lii grabbed her other hand as she looked at him anxiously. His eyes reflected the pain.
Qing Shui forced himself to bring out a small smile. He did not understand Canghai MIngyue, but he knew the charming and equally arrogant Huoyun Liu-Li. That gentle and painful gaze made Qing Shui feel extremely warm from within.
One's heart can only be warmed by others!
Qing Shui didn't know when Canghai Mingyue had let go of his hand. She missed that strange feeling and even felt a little uneasy just from touching him! Thinking about it, he felt a little stupid …
” I think we should go now. I don't want to stay here for a while. ” Qing Shui said, feeling sad.
” Alright, let's go! ’’ Canghai Mingyue agree without any reservation.
Before Qing Shui left, he carved a name in his heart, Guo Polu!
