Chapter 119: The Secret of the Other Half Lake (1/2)
Chapter 119: The Secret of the Other Half Lake
Translator: UdongEditor: IceTea
Normally, Gabriella would have just finished preparing breakfast by this time, but today she had already arranged everything. She was holding the magic core, sitting on her cloak and continuing her meditation.
Seeing the magic core, Qian Jin was slightly dazed, secretly wondering why Gloria didn’t use it last night. Had she already broken the record of the Zence Empire and become the youngest Supreme Mage ever? Had she already condensed her spiritual power into magic power, or was it because she had no intention of touching the magic cores which belonged to her sister? Would she rather rely on her own strength instead of taking away her sister's property?
Outside the cave, Sophia was still holding a sturdy stick, doing basic warrior training like chopping and cutting. Sometimes, she would do a few lunges.
Looking at the Warrior Weapon in his hand, Qian Jin walked out of the hole and asked, ”Can you use a spear?” The girl stopped training and nodded while wiping the sweat off her forehead.
As expected, any warrior who had been trained in the academy was accustomed to using all kinds of weapons like swords, blades and spears. It was a compulsory course.
The goal of the Junior Warrior Academy was not to cultivate a single invincible warrior on the battlefield, but rather to lay a good foundation for them so they would know what kind of weapon was suitable for any given situation. At the same time, they would also be imbued with lots of knowledge on battling.
Some warriors might not be great fighters, but if they possessed tactical talent, they might be admitted to the Advanced Warrior College. A promising future of entering the Military’s Advisory Division was in store for them.
The moment she held the spear, her shoulders sunk down. A trace of surprise flashed through her eyes as the weight of this spear was beyond her imagination.
Qian Jin was also stunned, and a self-depreciating smile appeared on his face. This giant spear might have weighed nothing in his own hands, but he forgot that the girl’s weapon was only a pair of swords, both of which were so much lighter than this heavy weapon.
”Go on. I have some errands to do.” Lifting his Zhanmadao, Qian Jin walked to the Burning Fire Lake.
”Wait a minute,” Sophia watched Qian Jin timidly. ”Where are you going? Is it dangerous?”
Qian Jin shook his head mechanically. As long as he didn’t have to confront the Demon Uyeha Spider alone in the mountain, he wouldn’t face any danger.
Joy flashed over the girl’s beautiful eyes, She tightly clenched the spear in her hand and asked in a shy voice, ”Can we go with you?”
In fact, there was more nervousness in her eyes. Since she had gone to the Four Season Valley, she had lived in this cramped place for more than a month. She wanted to visit this dangerous valley, but she didn’t have the guts to go on her own.
”We?” Qian Jin looked over to the cave and asked, ”Does Gabriella want to go too?”
Sophia nodded. Qian Jin jumped away from the three beasts lingering over his head. They released too much pressure. Even if they didn’t jump down to the ground, they still worried him as they toured around.
It seemed that Master did not specifically tell him not to bring anyone, so he might not be upset with unexpected guests. After some consideration, Qian Jin answered in confirmation. ”Okay, let’s go.”
Joyfully, Sophia ran into the cave to bring Gabriella out.
Qian Jin picked up a few stones in one hand from the ground and held his Zhanmadao in the other. He walked in front of the team, ready to protect the two females in case of any danger. His mediocre shooting ability still had some utility.
The everlasting white mist enveloped the Burning Fire Lake. The two girls didn’t hide their surprise and joy since it was the first time they had seen such a great lake.
Most of the time, Qian Jin would not be in the cave, so they could shower using a stove to boil some water. But wouldn’t it be more comfortable and cozy if they could shower in this hot spring?
Qian Jin did not have the heart to destroy their fantasy, but he still warned them. ”Well, the lake is not a hot spring. The water here is hot enough to boil an egg. ”
Their cheering immediately stopped, and the two looked at each other suspiciously. Sophia recklessly put her hand into the lake, and the burning water instantly sent a signal from her fingers into her brain.
”Ouch...” The bold girl screamed and quickly took out her injured hand from the lake. She blew on her red fingers over and over to cool them down.
Qian Jin painted a fist-sized circle on a boulder with his Zhanmadao. Then, he walked backwards while looking at the girl and shaking his head with a sigh, ”I’m almost beginning to admire myself when I see her like this. I have been being boiled in the water for such a long time, yet I’m still alive. ”