Chapter 225 – The Qing Family (1/2)
Chapter 225 - The Qing Family
Inner demons were known to have enough mental influence to turn even the kindest cultivators into merciless killing machines if they managed to take over one’s mind. By the time most Condensed Prime Warriors reached ten star level, most of them would have been warned by their teachers and mentors about the bloodlust these demons can trigger.
Ye Wei’s body was tense but his mind was unshaken, his experience had taught him that fear did not solve anything.
“These are just meaningless illusions!” Ye Wei took a deep breath and grunted. His sentient lit up as the Mystic Mount presence activated, dispelling the darkness and the haunting sinister intent within.
The images vanished and the inner demon’s figure melted in front of Ye Wei like an ice cube under the midday sun.
The inner demon disappeared along with the darkness as the bright light radiated outwards with Ye Wei as the center.
“It’s simpler than I thought it would be…” He muttered as he opened his eyes, relieved that he was able to handle the infamous evil that had claimed countless lives through history.
High-grade inner demons’ power came from a man’s fear. Having encountered one in his past, Ye Wei had it easier than other ten-star condensed prime Warriors.
“Now I just need someone to push me before I can finally breakthrough to Returned Prime level…” Ye Wei sat muttering to himself and calmed his mind.
“In one month’s time, a lot of talented cultivators will fight me recklessly to prove themselves in front of others. I have done all I could to prepare for my next breakthrough. I should refine the Eternal Star stance for the time being.” Ye Wei clenched his fist and began to channel the stars’ energy, in the hope that he would be strong enough to stand his ground against his future opponents.
Meanwhile in another villa within the Black Dragon Valley, a few gray-robed cultivators were sat in a circle with Qing Yao in the middle. The hair on their heads was as white as snow but their faces were youthful and almost childlike.
Not only was Qing Yao one of the most talented young cultivators that came out of the dynasty’s sixteen superpowers, she was also a renowned Runemaster. Together with her were the elders of Qing family. In order for a Qing to make it into the elders’ council being a Runemaster was a basic requirement.
Led by a ten-star Runemaster, the experienced cultivators were here to consult Qing Yao, but more importantly, to satisfy their curiosity after hearing so much about the Million Star Palace’s powerful new initiate.
“Little Ye Wei has shut off the entire villa. It doesn’t seem like he will be joining any side any time soon.” One of the old men sighed resentfully. He had gone to Ye Wei’s door himself with gifts and didn’t even get a glimpse of the young initiate.
“He is too weak to act this rashfully. He will surely be roughed up in a month's time while fighting in the Black Dragon ranking tournament. That would teach him a lesson on politeness.” Another elder responded, displeased by Ye Wei’s lack of interest.
“It was still a wise decision for him to remain neutral. Not matter which side he would have picked, someone will dislike his decision. Right now the superpowers are hesitating, not wanting to harm a potential star. They won’t do anything other than luring and attempting to tame him.” Their leader gave a faint smile.
Qing Yao lightly nodded, agreeing with Elder Qing Ming.
“Recently there is a lot of speculation around two mysterious young cultivators within the dynasty’s borders. More precisely there are two people worth noting. One of them is Ye Wei, the other is the mysterious Runemaster who was able to find the Vermilion Runes. However, no one was able to identify the latter just yet.” Elder Qing Ming paused for a brief moment, pondered and continued. “If you can find the boy, do everything you can to recruit him. If not, take the second best - Ye Wei.”
Qing Yao couldn’t help but gasp a mouthful of cold air. Like any other Runemaster who is up to date with the current affairs, she long heard everything about the yet to be identified Runemaster and the rumour of his deep runic knowledge. Her admiration was vast but she did not have the clearance to find out who he was.
The identity had been a well kept secret as every single one of the Grand-Runemasters were all on the same page of protecting Ye Wei’s privacy.
As a Runemaster, Qing Yao was naturally intrigued and slightly obsessed with the thought of the mysterious talented figure who rediscovered runic knowledge lost to time, not accessible by other than some of the most powerful Runemasters in history. Her heart was filled with worship and admiration towards this person. No-one, not even the talented initiate intrigued her as much.