Chapter 149 – High Level Myst Stance (2/2)
“All the stances I had refined in the past were simpler stances. I could basically find structural flaws and correct them but not this time.” thinking to himself, Ye Wei attempted to learn from his experience while the memory was still fresh, “I was getting close to it, but I need some diversion to see more.”
“Nevertheless, coming up with a stance structure in comparison with shaping one, shaping would still be easier. It’s no wonder the greats always seeked inspiration from Nature and other creatures. Natural existence already makes logical sense.”
Ye Wei’s mind gradually broadened, and he became more and more at ease with himself, realising the more he forced himself the wrong way, the less flexible his thoughts would be.
When Ye Wei was quietly cultivating, a figure sneaked into the courtyard without a sound.
“Who is it!?” Ye Wei shouted. His eyes fell onto a dark silhouette. His hostility evaporated as he recognized who the intruder was.
The pure moonlight fell onto her as the night breeze pushed away a large cloud. The glossy purple hair reflected the moonlight like the surface of a peaceful pond. Her dress, as white as the moon itself, sculpted her body and transitions seamlessly onto her pale, glittering skin.
Her brows were graceful, her cheeks rosey, but her looks could not hide from anyone the loneliness displayed, loneliness that resembled the solitary north star in the sky.
It had been three years since Ye Wei last seen this face. She now had the curves of a woman. The child-like features had faded and was replaced by an air of melancholy.
Lin Ziyan looked at Ye Wei, for a moment the sadness vanished in her crystal clear eyes before returning to a calm, emotionless state.
She did picture their reunion, but it was a different experience than the moment. She could tell that the handsome young man had done a great deal of maturing , more than just the physical aspects. He had matured greatly in his life experience and cultivation.
“Ziyan…” a shiver went down Ye Wei’s spine, he involuntarily stepped forward in sheer excitement.
As he greeted the girl he remembered his sleepless nights. Suddenly, he felt a wall of invisible force brewing in front of him like a storm. He realized this force was Lin Ziyan’s Qi, stopping him from getting any closer.
Not only did Lin Ziyan’s raging Qi stopped Ye Wei from getting closer, it knocked him off balance, causing him to straddle backwards. He could feel her cultivation level was high; so high, he struggled to imagine how she achieved it in a mere three years. He understood their cultivation difference between them didn’t get any smaller.
For three years, Ye Wei always longed for the day when he could be reunited with Lin Ziyan. Now the time actually came. He realized even after longing for this day, he was not ready for it, and he was saddened by the worry and sorrow he could see between her eyes.
Having to keep distance with Ye Wei, Lin Ziyan was also saddened, but she knew what she must do, or else the attachment would just hurt them even more later on.
“Ye Wei, you should return to Green Moon City as soon as possible! There you will be safer. There have been reports of demonic activity in Ning City, all over Qing State, and even at the capital. They will soon learn your name which means you will be in grave danger.” Lin Ziyan said worryingly, her eyes displayed concern.
“Demons?” Ye Wei was abruptly reminded what the Progenitor had said, “Ziyan, I need to tell you something!”
“Ye?” She looked into Ye Wei’s eyes.
“I came across some information regarding a demon invasion, the Corpse Progenitor, and six ghost emperors had infiltrated a few dynasties. Apparently, they are looking to takeover Zhou dynasty too!” Ye Wei was startled, now the Black Scale Progenitor’s words were more or less confirmed. As well, he was worried if Lin Ziyan was in danger.
She frowned as she heard the news. Caught in a deep thought, Lin Ziyan wondered. ‘If the demons are sending someone of that caliber, it’s easy to narrow the targets down and warn them. That explains the amount of vandalism I’ve been hearing about too. The ghost emperors must have recruited humans to destroy the sages’ statues. Otherwise, they had no way to access those artifacts.’ she snapped out of her deep thought and lifted her head. “Wei, do you still have the piece of jade I gave you?”
“Of course!” Ye Wei reached inside his hidden pocket and presented the spirit jade.
“Good, keep it close to you and don’t show it to anyone. It just might save your life if you’re in danger. Please listen to me, return to Green Moon City, and meet with Master Yi as soon as possible!” Li Ziyan looked wary, ready to bid her farewells, not sure when it will be the next time they would meet.
“Back to Green Moon City?” Ye Wei shook his head determinedly, “What does that solve? I’ve chosen this path, I want to become stronger, and I cannot keep running. No matter what danger I might face!” He lifted his head and looked at Lin Ziyan, ‘You cannot be more incorrect if you think I am still the unreliable kid who always needed help from others! I have my goals and I am not afraid to pursue them!’
“Ye Wei! You don’t understand what kind of enemies you will be facing! Some of them are above returned prime cultivation level!” Lin Ziyan was becoming more emotional as she explained the reasons why she was concerned, “Furthermore, your enemies will not only be demons, they have human associates too. You will not know who you can trust. Who is a friend and who is a foe will be indistinguishable!”
“As I said Ziyan, I will become stronger, partially because of you. To be good enough for you is my dream; it is my goal! It’s too late for me to back down now!” Ye Wei smiled, but the bittersweetness lingered after his purposeful words.
Lin Ziyan was touched and startled by Ye Wei’s heartfelt confession. Nevertheless, she could not decided on her feelings. She was tracking demons before she reached Ning City, and she unintentionally learned that Ye Wei was taking part in the school tournament. She could not contain herself. She had to see Ye Wei since he was one of the only people who made her feel the warmth of home.
After three years, Ye Wei grew up to become someone she was physically attracted to, which made it more important for her to cut ties.
Lin Ziyan turned around and said decisively, “So be it, take care of yourself, and so long.”
Just as she was taking the first step away from him, Ye Wei noticed a trail of blood beside her feet, “You are injured!? Why didn’t you say?”
“Why? Because it’s none of your business!” Lin Ziyan then disappeared into night. She left no trace of ever being there in the courtyard a part from the tiny bit of blood.
Ye Wei thought about chasing after her, but he gave up the idea seeing how quickly Lin Ziyan went away with the speed enhancing stance he had no chance of matching.
“Is that how you greet an old friend? Ha…” Ye Wei felt an ache in his heart. The mental wounds suddenly hurt as much as if they were fresh.
“Three-star condensed prime level is not enough. I need to become a returned prime Warrior at least!” Ye Wei angrily said to himself as he thought about the path before him. The demons and the possible plots from men he would encounter and confront.