122 Allies and Enemies (1/2)

”He's quite cute”, the old woman chuckled after Hei Yue happily indulged in his belly getting rubbed.

Ming Yue did not notice her at all.

This woman seemed slightly younger than that of Dong Kuai, the old elder who used a cane. Her hair was neatly combed, cut to the length of her shoulders. A light gray color that complemented her simple clothes, a light brown hue resembling that of fresh clay. Her skin was aged and wrinkled but porcelain white in color. Her face showed years of wisdom despite the carefree expression.

”This one greets senior”, Ming Yue gave a slight bow and cupped her hands.

If she had to guess, this old woman was definitely an elder of the sect. She did not want to disrespect her in any way.

”Oh, do away with that nonsense! I'm just a simple old woman now, tending to my little garden”, she gave a small chuckle, ”Come here, sit and talk with me.”

The old woman patted the grass beside her just as Hei Yue flipped over, letting her pet his head. He looked at Ming Yue with begging eyes, hoping that he could continue to enjoy this treatment.

Looking at the both of them, Ming Yue complied, promptly sitting next to the woman. Her legs stretched out, she sat and looked around.

”So, what brings you here?” she asked Ming Yue.

”...Nothing really. Things just fell into place and here I am. I don't think it has even been a month yet and much has happened, almost too much.”

”Ah yes, life tends to be that way. Quite hard to predict, you know. Of course, the things that you do find out can be controlled.”

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”Is this why I've suddenly found myself to be allies with a sect like this? There are plenty stronger than me, those who have already made names for themselves.”

”You could consider this luck, destiny, opportunity or all three. After all, things are starting to stir up in the world. Perhaps you may not understand it, well, most of us can't understand it but something is coming. Those with sinister intentions are making their moves. Choosing sides will come soon, perhaps this experience will help you.”

”What do you mean?” Ming Yue turned around to find herself alone.

”Wha-”, she felt a bit exasperated.

Of all the things she needed, a mysterious figure giving her advice was not one of them. Although, she started thinking about the woman's words. ”Sinister intentions”, if the world was to be thrust into chaos, she would need to be strong enough to survive maybe make a difference.

”Ah, here you are!” Wen Jing's appearance interrupted her thoughts.

”The sect leader just finished her meeting and wants to meet with you”, she said.

Ming Yue got up and followed her into the sect hall where Senior Qing sat on the innermost chair.

”Ah, Ming Yue, how do you feel?” she asked.

”I should thank you for letting me train on that peak. It was a very rewarding experience”, Ming Yue answered.

”Yes, in the times I came to check on you, you were getting quite comfortable with it. Perhaps I should've activated the second level”, said Senior Qing, ”Anyways, would you like to stay for the gathering that will happen in a few days? Many renowned figures and their disciples will come. This could be a chance for you to gain some valuable experience.”

”You treat me too well, I do not think that I can accept such goodwill.”