263 Transformation (1/2)
After he was bought, Fang Yuan managed to obtain the identity of the couple from the information he gathered along the way.
The green-robed official's surname was Xu and his name was Ren. He was a scholar of the Qinghe District and was a child prodigy. At the age of 12, he was chosen for and passed the imperial examinations to become an official. After being selected to become an official, he took a few servants with him and took up the position. The lady, Wan'er, was his wife and was 5 months pregnant.
The rides in the carriages of the ancient times were bumpy and were not suitable for a pregnant lady. Furthermore, the drainage system of this realm was developed. As such, Xu Ren chose to take the boat.
At the quay, he rented a small boat and travelled downstream in it.
As for Fang Yuan and the other 2 fishes, they were naturally brought to the kitchen.
It was noteworthy to mention that the golden carp was still there. It seemed that Xu Ren was either going to find another location to release it or consume it. Afterall, it could be considered a semi-spiritual object which would bring about benefits to the unborn child.
The sky outside grew dark and the kitchen started to become busy. The reddish-gold fish looked at Fang Yuan and the other fish with an expression of ridicule.
”Die die die...”
The big green fish was scared senseless and could only repeat these few words.
”Really...When I rely on the mountain, the mountain topples and when I rely on the water, the water dries up [1]. In the end, I still have to rely on myself!”
Fang Yuan silently concentrated and was motionless.
The effects of his Dragon Stinging Formula were almost gone. As such, he was able to remain fearless in the face of death. Otherwise, if he was able to overcome his predicament just by crying, there was an 80% chance that he would do so even if he said that he was unwilling.
”A dragon can change its size, is able to soar or hide. When it is big, it is able to swallow clouds and blow out fog. When it is small, it is able to stay hidden. It is able to soar between universes and hide within the great waves...”
This Dragon Stinging Formula was a miraculous technique of the dragon race and was necessary to save his life.
Fang Yuan silently chanted the formula and felt threads of elemental energy moving rapidly within a dried up area within his body.
”It does not just take one step for a carp to transform into a dragon. Instead, it is the stimulation of the dragon properties within the body and creating an opportunity to transform into a dragon!”
Fang Yuan's eyes lit up with understanding as he thought of the content of the Nine Steps of Dragon Transformation Formula.
”How? Are we doing it?”
At this moment, a man's lofty voice was heard.
”That young master of the rich family is loaded. Did you see the amount of money he had when he was buying the fish? There must be dozens of silver taels. Furthermore, the jade hanging from his waist is no common grade item!”
This voice sounded very familiar. Fang Yuan realized that it was the fisherman from before.
At the moment, the person who was doing odd jobs and the person tending to the fire started to gather. There was a total of 6 or 7 people, which caused Fang Yuan to sigh.
Xu Ren was blind to choose a black boat!
Those who lived in the mountains lived off the mountains while those who lived in the sea lived off the seas.While these fishermen led difficult lives, they were skilful for their livelihood. When they were halfway through the journey, they halted the boat and asked the official if he would like to eat homemade noodles or wonton noodles.
They were villagers of the mountains by day and pirates by night.
This fisherman had no time for civilities as well.
”Wait a minute, I feel that this lady's background is not so simple. I am afraid that she might have connections!”
”Old Jia, you are always afraid to die. Don't forget the previous time, we killed a 7th-grade official and toss his seal into the waters, who would be able to find it?”
”Bai Lilang, don't think that I do not know what you are thinking. You incite all of us as you have taken a liking for the lady?”
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The group of professional pirates discussed passionately. In the end, Bai Lilang's proposition was favoured as those greedy pirates hooted.
”Let's do it! We do not see this type of fat goats[2] often!”
”Steal his gold and seize his wife!”
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”Guys, I do not want the gold and silver this time around. I only want his beautiful wife and I hope that you guys would not fight over her with me...”
The fisherman who captured Fang Yuan, Bai Lilang, cupped his hands, his face full of smiles.
”Since you have said so, we shall let you have the lady. The amount of gold and silver the fat goat has on his body is enough as compensation...haha...we can go to the brothel and find a few that are on par with the lady!”
”I want his jade!”
”Good, then it is decided. We should not drag this on any longer. We should strike now and drink the fish soup when we return to celebrate!”
Bai Lilang spoke in exultation.
It was hard to blame him as he had a plan. The boat was now in the centre of the river which was a prime danger area. Even if the information leaked out, what could the couple do?
”My master and his wife are waiting to eat the fish. What are you all standing around for?”
At this time, a servant walked into the kitchen, he was babbling when he witnessed the scene, which caused him to be stumped and confused.
”Pffft!”
In that instant, Bai Lilang lunged forward, drew out a dagger and stabbed him viciously.
The servant's eyes were glazed as he toppled over.
”Eat fish? Haha...go and drink soup in hell!”
Bai Lilang laughed out loud as he licked the blood from the corner of his mouth. He instructed the other pirates and they rushed out of the kitchen. Faint, indistinct cries echoed within the silent kitchen.
”Haha...this is retribution!”
Fang Yuan looked at the reddish-gold carp who was starting to panic and rejoiced. ”That pirate do not care if you have spiritual energy. You are definitely becoming a soup for them!”
The reddish-gold carp glared at him but did not speak.
”Die, die, die!”
At the side, the green fish turned in circles, causing Fang Yuan to become dizzy.
”This is boring!”
In his heart, he shook his head. A shiny black sheen appeared on his body.
In the black light, Fang Yuan's body became elongated. His whiskers disappeared as he transformed into a 3 feet long black snake.
At this time, his stat window appeared and displayed his new stats:
”Name: Fang Yuan
Race: [Black Snake (10 years)]
Essence: 18
Spirit: 18