Chapter 63 - Path of a Diviner (1/2)

After Nightin left the Clear Blue city, he made his way towards the city about two hundred miles away from his current location. With his cultivation, it was a journey which will take him up to half a day to cover the distance.

Soon, he landed on the ground and made his way into the Vermilion city. This was a city well known for having experts of all nine professions gathered here, including some hidden professions which few people know of.

Nightin walked up to a nearby shop and bought a map and opened it up. The city he was in was divided into nine districts with respect to the nine professions.

The nine professions are respectively known as: Alchemist, Forgist, Array Master, Charmist, Mechanist, Magist, Beast Summoners, Soul Oracle and last but not least poison masters.

Nightin has many times asked himself one question ever since he started to climb up ”Should I step onto the path of dual professions?”

In the past, he would hesitate and decide to pursue the sword path further on, he didn't want to get distracted. But now, he realised his weakness compared to others, it was his innate talent. In order to compensate for it, stepping onto the path of an alchemist would be the best choice.

While it's true that the Firestorm body of his may prove to be unmatched and even top tier in the upper realm, if he were to break through the chains one day, his talent would stop him from advancing and further, he needed more than just chances.

Walking into the alchemist hall, he was about to apply for permission to read the theory books when an old man called for him ”Young lad, are you interested in the path of a Diviner?”

Nightin ignored him and continued walking ahead, only to be asked the same question ”Young lad, are you interested in the path of a Diviner?”

Nightin turned back this time and questioned the old man, slight irritation could be heard in his voice ”What is it that you want? Money, food or cultivation resources?”

The old man broke out into laughter as he revealed his remaining two white teeth and said ”Is that seriously what you think I'm asking about?”

Nightin chased on, his tone much harsher this time as he threatened ”Don't force me to make a move, even if it's in a public area, I would still have the courage to take action.”

Nightin may be someone who doesn't like to pick trouble, but if someone decides to step on his tail, he wouldn't mind fighting back regardless of the consequences.

The old man walked away as he supported himself with a regular wooden cane which can be found anywhere and said ”Follow me if you want to know the reason why I'm bothering you of all people.”

The old man's figure started to drift out of Nightin's view among the crowd, he seemed to have absolute confidence that Nightin will follow him as his deductions proved him right.

Nightin chased after the old man and arrived beside him in a flash, Nightin expected the old man to lead him somewhere near, yet it was actually towards the nearest mountain two miles from here.

Two miles may be a short distance to him, but it would take a long period of time if he were to follow the pace of the old man.

Nightin wasn't willing to waste time by following the old man and impatiently asked ”Are we seriously going to walk at this pace throughout the journey? The sun would have set down by then.”

The old man kept his poker face and replied in a deep voice ”Young lad, learn to calm your mind down. Look around you and appreciate the beauty of nature as you immerse yourself in this serene environment.”

Nightin wanted to rebut, but the old man placed a finger on his lips and shut him up with a low shush.

Nightin knew that it was pointless to argue back and reluctantly did as told. When he opened his eyes once again, the same scenery brought him a refreshing feeling.

The maple leaves on this road brought about a cooling feeling as they slide across the ground and fall. The cold wind breezed past his face which made his body shudder for a moment, but it gave him a peace of mind.

Soon, he felt the firestorm within his body flaring up as they went on a calm rampage within his body. Pain? All he felt was a string of energy filled with life force within his body as his Life sword left his body.

Unknown to the current him, the old man beside him was shaking in both excitement and anticipation as he subconsciously mumbled ”How could his potential be this great...”

When Nightin opened his eyes once again, he could feel the barrier towards the Martial Lord realm loosening up, he just needed that one final strike to split it open and step into a brand new world.

Within his life sword, a spark of fire had been lit up as it brought about new life. Nightin turned to look at the old man beside him and said with respect ”Thank your senior for your assistance. May I know where you chose me out of all people?”

”Shhh, You'll know the answer soon enough once we arrive at our destination.” Passing through the walkway, they arrived at the foot of the mountain before sunset.