107 Ten years holding up a feather 2 (2/2)

”You are usually called Old Pervert. I can see why.” Nti Anem said and Tie Nse almost choked on his teeth.

”This is even a better look on him.” Ed said without interest and Tie Nse coughed awkwardly.

”That mountain was a glorious training ground. But is now cursed to be as heavy as ten worlds. One man is holding the mountain up not allowing it to touch the ground. You will replace him for ten years.” Tie Nse said and they all paused.

”Will I die there?” Ed asked.

”Probably...” Tie Nse said innocently, looking away.

”How does this help me?” Ed asked.

”It is not the weight of the mountain that is the trial. It is holding it up that long. Your mental strength is what is being trained here.” Nti Anem said.

”I see.” Ed said.

”What will you do while he is holding up the mountain?” Tie Nse asked Nti Anem.

”I will stand guard.” he answered. Tie Nse only frowned lightly at this.

”You expect me to leave the person trying to posses my disciple with him?” Tie Nse asked dangerously.

”Possessing him was a thing of the past. The him now, no one could possess. The moment I perceived his energy I knew. If I enter that body, I would burn away.” Nti Anem said and they all descended into silence.

”And this friend of yours will give him the mountain to hold?” Nti Anem asked Tie Nse.

”Of course, I have prepared a gift to give him for his help.” Tie Nse said righteously.

”What gift?” Ed frowned.

”You.”