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Chapter 91 Vermilion Bird Sword Technique
In the courtyard, the snow had stopped sometime earlier.

A hint of sadness flickered in Shang Jianfei's deep-set eyes. "Why didn't you... tell me that Junior Brother Huo... was in the city?"

Standing before him was a woman in red, wearing a spotless white cloak. She was extremely beautiful, appearing at first glance to be a seventeen or eighteen-year-old girl. Upon closer inspection, she seemed to be a young woman in her early twenties, exuding a dangerous and mysterious aura.

A hint of worry flashed in her eyes, "I only found out this year, and before I could tell you, he died..."

Shang Jianfei said softly, "He...knows...nothing..."

He was silent for a moment, as if recalling the past.

"How...did he die?"

"He was killed by a disciple named Sun Shicai. However, someone has already avenged him; it was another disciple of his. The one you met was the one who came with that Zhou family kid last time."

Shang Jianfei fell silent again.

The woman asked, "What happened to your junior sister?"

Shang Jianfei's eyes flickered slightly, and he said, "Don't... hurt her."

"it is good."

The woman looked at the elderly man standing in front of her, who looked as frail as a candle in the wind, and a wave of sadness washed over her. She then hardened her heart and said, "I'm leaving. Take care."

After saying that, she turned and left. A gust of wind blew, making the hem of her cloak rise high.

……

Chen Ming waited for a while, and when he started to get a little bored, the door finally opened and the old man walked in.

"Senior." He quickly bowed, trying to guess what the woman had said to the old man.

Actually, he had a rough idea of ​​her identity from the information revealed in the woman's first words.

"Give me your hand."

Chen Ming did as he was told and reached out his hand. The old man grabbed his wrist, a look of doubt flashing in his eyes. He exclaimed in surprise, "The Blazing Sun Divine Skill?"

"Where did you learn this amazing skill?"

His tone suddenly turned stern, and he tightened his grip slightly.

Chen Ming suddenly felt his wrist being clamped by iron clamps, and a chill ran through him. He knew that if he gave the wrong answer, he might die here.

He then recounted the entire story of how he obtained the "Three Yang Body Strengthening Exercise" and the "Six Yang Qi Nourishing Exercise".

Shang Jianfei had already loosened his grip at some point and was simply listening silently. Only after he finished speaking did he say in a low voice, "So that's how it is... This 'Blazing Sun Divine Skill' was originally a family heirloom of an old friend of mine... It's fate that you've obtained it now."

He paused for a moment, then sighed, "Since you have mastered the 'Blazing Sun Divine Skill,' you are no longer suited to learn the martial arts of our sect."

He spoke more and more fluently.

Chen Ming could sense that his attitude had become colder after he discovered that Chen Ming had practiced the "Blazing Sun Divine Art." He couldn't help but smile bitterly to himself.

This is all fate. He didn't go to Huo Chengkun back then, but instead chose to cultivate the "Three Yang Body Forging Technique." This led to the situation we have today.

Of course, if he had actually become Huo Chengkun's disciple when he reached the fifth level of perfection in "Iron Horse Stakes", he might have died during the bandit attack.

It can only be said that some things are indeed beyond our control.

"but--"

The old man changed the subject, saying, "When I was young, I accidentally acquired a sword technique that would suit you perfectly. If you're willing, I can teach you."

This means that I cannot pass on the mantle of our sect to you, so I am using this sword technique as compensation.

"Junior is willing."

Chen Ming immediately knelt down.

His initial goal was merely to acquire a second-rate sword technique. Now, he has finally achieved his goal, albeit with some twists and turns.

……

Next, Chen Ming went to the Zhenhai Prince's Mansion every day to learn swordsmanship from Shang Jianfei. It took him a whole month to barely master the new swordsmanship.

He could tell that Shang Jianfei was losing patience with the teaching.

Once, the old man casually remarked, "Back then, I learned it in just one day..."

A swordsmanship genius like him definitely can't stand idiots.

He must be wondering how Chen Ming, with his level of comprehension, managed to master the "Swallow Return Sword Technique".

Although Shang Jianfei didn't ask, Chen Ming knew that's what he was thinking.

So, when Chen Ming finally mastered the sword technique a month later, he felt a great sense of relief when he saw the old man.

He felt somewhat guilty, as the original owner of this body was indeed of mediocre talent, and he himself was only of average ability.

Moreover, Shang Jianfei really wasn't good at teaching. It was like a math genius trying to teach a high school student math; if he started with calculus, the student would be completely lost.

Regardless, Chen Ming breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the Vermilion Bird Sword Technique appear on his panel. He had finally mastered the basics.

Then he told the old man the good news.

That day, when Chen Ming was taking his leave, Shang Jianfei suddenly said, "Don't come here again in the future." He was taken aback for a moment, but didn't say anything more. He just bowed and said, "I will always remember your kindness in teaching me, senior."

He knew that Shang Jianfei was actually doing it for his own good.

Shang Jianfei carries too much karma. Getting too close to him could easily lead to being caught up in the chaos. It's a battle between beings above the first rank. If a mere sixth rank like him gets involved, he might not even know how he died.

……

No sooner had Chen Ming left than the woman in the white cloak appeared in the courtyard, looking in the direction Chen Ming had disappeared. "Uncle Shang wants him to stay out of this, but I'm afraid that will be difficult. He comes here every day, and Zhao Shouchang has already noticed him."

Shang Jianfei regained his withered expression. "Whether he can break free from this vortex depends on his fate."

The woman seemed to recall something, a strange smile appearing in her eyes. "However, I think Zhao Shouchang's daughter seems to favor him. I imagine she'll find a way to protect him. Speaking of which, his experiences are somewhat similar to yours when you were young."

Shang Jianfei remained silent.

After a long pause, he finally said, "He's not qualified."

The woman smiled.

She certainly saw that too, otherwise she would have already found a way to bring him into her possession. Why would she let Zhao Shouchang's daughter benefit from it?

……

…………

"panel!"

Chen Ming was unaware that in the eyes of Shang Jianfei and the mysterious woman, he had become someone of mediocre talent. Of course, even if he knew, he wouldn't care. He silently recited a command and summoned the control panel.

【Level: 40】

Current points: 3580

[Exercises: Iron Horse Stake (Fifth Level Perfection), Three Yang Body Forging Exercise (Ninth Level Perfection), Six Yang Qi Nourishing Exercise (First Level 230/100000)]

Martial Arts Skills: Three Talents Fist (Mastery), Eight Trigrams Saber Technique (Mastery), Zhuang Family Flying Knife (Mastery), Swallow Return Sword Technique (Mastery), Vermilion Bird Sword Technique (Beginner 1/100000)

Chen Ming was a bit overwhelmed when he saw the string of zeros after the proficiency level required for the Vermilion Bird Sword Technique; just getting to the beginner level required 0 points.

In this month, he only received a paltry three thousand experience points from the students.

At this rate, when will we ever earn enough experience points to level up?
"It seems that's the only way."

Chen Ming finally made up his mind to make a big splash.

……

The next day, Chen Ming had Chunxiang deliver a letter to Zhao Xiyan, inviting her to meet him at Zuixianlou.

He had been waiting in the private room for a long time, but Zhao Xiyan finally arrived in the afternoon. She was still dressed in men's clothing, holding a folding fan, just like a handsome young man.

She entered the room with her chin raised, first giving a snort, and then said sarcastically, "I wonder what business Brother Chen has with me here?"

She started addressing him as "Brother Chen," clearly showing her resentment.

She also had reason to be angry.

For the past few months, Chen Ming has been avoiding her. Several times when she went to his house, he was either not there or in seclusion, and he wouldn't even let her in.

She was such a proud and arrogant person that after being repeatedly rebuffed, she naturally wouldn't bother to make a fool of herself again.

Today, she received a message from Chen Ming and deliberately arrived a few hours late, just to show her attitude.

Chen Ming stood up and said, "Are you angry with me?"

Zhao Xiyan turned her face away. "How could I dare?"

"Then I'll apologize to you here. If I've done anything wrong, feel free to scold me, or even hit me if you really want."

"Who wants to hit you? It'll only dirty my... my hands." Zhao Xiyan spat lightly, finally turning to look at him. Upon seeing him, she froze, her bright eyes widening to their limit. "You—"

She could see the changes in Chen Ming at a glance; not only was his blood and qi full, but a flame was also burning inside him!
Of course she knew what that flame was.

True Qi!

He's already a sixth-rank official!

He's actually reached the sixth rank!

Having had several relationships in his previous life, Chen Ming naturally knew how to coax girls. These were modern techniques for winning over girls, which were a complete game-changer for ancient feudal society.

"I've been focused on my cultivation lately and have neglected you..."

A blush crept across Zhao Xiyan's face as she excitedly grabbed his hand, "When...when did you break through?"

Her anger had vanished, replaced by a surge of intense joy that seemed to burst forth.

Seeing that she was even happier than he was, Chen Ming thought to himself, "Girls in this world are so easy to please."

He told the truth, "A month ago."

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(End of this chapter)