Qin Shi: I went astray in the Heavenly Sect

Chapter 59 Li Kai Presents a Treasure, Subduing

Fire spirit,

Chen Xiuyuan had seen relevant records of this in the library of the Heavenly Sect.

This item is closely related to the convergence of the essence of earth fire and needs to be tempered in special earth veins for hundreds or even thousands of years before it can take shape.

Generally speaking, Fire Essence is blood red all over, crystal clear in texture, and contains the power of extreme Yang. It is a rare and precious natural treasure.

If it can be incorporated into a weapon, even the most ordinary iron can become a rare and powerful weapon.

"I don't really know what this thing is. Even when I found it, it was by chance. When I was inspecting the Fire Rain Agate Mine, I saw that this thing was brightly colored, far superior to ordinary agate, so I kept it and planned to make some small items."

At this point, Li Kai paused, a hint of tenderness appearing in his eyes. As a man, he naturally didn't need these little things. He made them to give as gifts, but in the blink of an eye, everything had changed.

After pausing for a moment, Li Kai continued, "Later, by chance, I discovered that it contained a scorching power. As long as you carry it, you won't feel any cold, even in winter. It was at that time that I realized this thing must be a treasure."

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiuyuan's gaze flickered uncertainly. If the situation was truly as Li Kai described, it would make sense. The Fire Rain Agate itself was crimson red, resembling a burning flame, and its entire body was warm and smooth, like a piece of warm jade.

To be honest, the probability of something like a fire spirit being born in such an environment is quite high.

Chen Xiuyuan used his inner force to envelop the fire essence and personally felt it. It was a small thing, about the size of a child's palm, yet it was constantly radiating heat. However, this power was not violent, otherwise Li Kai would not have been able to carry it with him.

After a moment of silence, Chen Xiuyuan slowly spoke, "This item is indeed useful to me."

Upon hearing this, Li Kai was overjoyed.

Chen Xiuyuan put the items into his sleeve, turned around, and looked at the former Right Sima of the Korean state.

Tell me your requirements.

Li Kai was silent for a moment before speaking, "My life was saved by you, young master, and I shouldn't ask for anything more. But my only worry is my daughter. Although Zilan Pavilion is good, it also runs an assassination business behind the scenes, and I don't want her to go into that line of work."

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiuyuan gave Li Kai a deep look. He had to admit that this general, who came from the Right Sima family, had a truly insightful perspective. According to the predetermined trajectory, Nongyu would be caught in the quicksand and eventually perish.

Chen Xiuyuan didn't answer immediately, but asked another question.

"And what about Madam Hu?"

Upon hearing the name Madam Hu, Li Kai couldn't help but smile bitterly. After so many years apart, he didn't know what identity he should use to see her again.

"She'll be alright. She has a younger sister who lives in the palace."

Upon hearing this answer, Chen Xiuyuan gently shook his head.

"People always harbor wishful thinking. With the seven kingdoms locked in endless war, do you really think South Korea can stand firm? Having served as the Right Military Commander, you should have a good understanding of the situation in South Korea and the seven kingdoms, shouldn't you?"

Li Kai shuddered; this was the future he least wanted to think about.

"If South Korea is destroyed, do you think they will have a good ending?"

Chen Xiuyuan didn't seem to intend to let him off the hook in this matter, and his calm and collected tone shattered the other party's illusions.

"I"

Li Kai was somewhat at a loss. This man, who could face life and death with equanimity, seemed helpless when it came to his own feelings. Chen Xiuyuan sighed softly, then said, "I'll give you two choices. First, I can help you take revenge. Liu Yi is dead. The person who killed him was one of the Three Wolves Who Cut Their Hair Back Then. This person was also one of the culprits behind the disaster back then. I can help you get rid of this person."

Li Kai was stunned for a moment. He had heard that the Three Wolves with Broken Hair had been eliminated by Liu Yi back then.

"The Three Wolves with Broken Hair??"

Chen Xiuyuan glanced at the other person, his gaze becoming very profound.

"Of those three, one of them didn't die. He went by the alias Wujiu and joined a killer organization called Bai Niao under Ji Wuye. If I'm not mistaken, Liu Yi died at his hands."

Upon hearing this, Li Kai's expression became somewhat complicated. Back then, Liu Yi killed the Three Broken-Hair Wolves in order to monopolize the treasure, and now, because of the treasure, Liu Yi died at the hands of the Three Broken-Hair Wolves again. This was undeniably ironic.

"As for the masterminds behind this matter, Ji Wuye, Bai Yifei and the like, I can take care of them if I have the chance. However, if I want to kill them specifically, this piece of fire essence is not enough."

Upon hearing this, Li Kai was shocked. The young man was saying that the stakes weren't high enough, not that he couldn't kill him. He couldn't imagine just how strong the other person was.
At this point, Li Kai did not rush to nod; he wanted to hear Chen Xiuyuan's second proposal.

"Secondly, you should take Madam Hu and Nongyu and leave South Korea, away from this political vortex, to live your own lives."

Upon hearing this second option, Li Kai's eyes lit up.

Having lived in a daze for so many years, he was no longer obsessed with revenge. Compared to the first one, he actually longed for the second one more.

After a moment of silence, Li Kai spoke up, "There's constant warfare among the seven kingdoms right now. Even if we leave Korea, where can we go?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiuyuan couldn't help but glance at Li Kai. This Right Sima wasn't really stupid. With the seven kingdoms currently at war, there was hardly any peace. Leaving Han might not necessarily make things any better than they were now.

After thinking for a moment, he said, "As long as you can endure poverty, I can guarantee your personal safety. Of course, if you want better opportunities, you are responsible for your own life and death."

Li Kai's eyes flickered uncertainly. In fact, the conditions offered by Chen Xiuyuan were all quite good, especially the second one, which made him somewhat tempted. But now there was still a very crucial question: Would Madam Hu really be willing to go with him? And would Nongyu be willing to acknowledge him as her father?

Seemingly sensing Li Kai's hesitation, Chen Xiuyuan sighed softly.

“I told you before that the path you chose is not the best option. In chaotic times, in the end, it is still the fists that decide the outcome.”

Li Kai sighed deeply. He understood what he had only vaguely understood back then, but now he did, though he felt like he understood it too late.

The latter path does seem good, but is a simple life of coarse food and farming really what he wants? He didn't take the mother and daughter away to make them live a precarious life with him. He can't stay in Korea anymore. Without a livelihood, he can hardly support himself, let alone Madam Hu and Nongyu.

Li Kai looked at the boy in front of him again, a glimmer of hope appearing in his eyes.

"Please enlighten me, young master."

Chen Xiuyuan put his hands behind his back and looked up at the night sky, a light shining from the depths of his eyes.

"I have a few things that I need someone to manage for me."

Li Kai's eyes flickered with surprise. Chen Xiuyuan gave him the feeling of a wise man who was detached from the world. How could such a person care about worldly money?

Of course, as strange as it may be, he wouldn't refuse such a kind offer.

"Li is willing to serve you like a dog or horse."

(End of this chapter)