While writing a diary at Zongwu, Wang Yuyan falls in love with someone else.

[Honestly, they were taught by the same father, how come they're so different from Zhao Qiying?]

I wouldn't want a woman like that even if she offered herself to me!

Oh, right, Zhao Mengjiao seemed to have a crush on someone in the drama, but that person died in the end.

Zhao Qiying saw the disgust and disdain Jiang Sishui expressed towards Zhao Mengjiao between the lines and remained silent.

No one knows a sister better than her older sister; she certainly knew what kind of person Zhao Mengjiao was, and there was absolutely no way to refute her.

The third daughter, Zhao Yanling, is truly remarkable; she's practically the leading lady of the show.

018 A strong female lead and a weak male lead, the Nine Swords of Dugu

"Yan Ling is the main female lead in the drama?" Zhao Qiying was taken aback.

So, her third sister, who doesn't know martial arts, is of extraordinary importance.

"However, what is a 'strong female lead'? What's the difference between it and a female lead?"

With a sense of doubt, she touched the three words with her slender, jade-like fingers.

"The story revolves around the female lead, and everyone else, including the male lead, is just a supporting character to her. Is this what a strong female lead is?"

Zhao Qiying was even more astonished.

She couldn't fathom why the third sister, an ordinary person, would have such a special status in the drama.

Zhao Yanling possesses exceptional martial arts talent; she can learn many things very quickly, but unfortunately, Zhao Tianhao refuses to teach her martial arts.

[Because Zhao Yanling looks very much like his deceased wife, and her strong-willed personality is a spitting image of Zhao Tianhao.]

However, Zhao Tianhao regretted that he had been too busy with his career and martial arts, neglecting his family, which led to his wife's death in childbirth.

Therefore, Zhao Yanling's existence constantly reminded Zhao Tianhao of the mistakes he had made, which is why Zhao Tianhao was unwilling to get close to his third daughter, and even more unwilling for her to learn martial arts and swordsmanship.

"So this is why Father refused to teach Yanling martial arts."

Zhao Qiying suddenly realized, and then thought, "He said that Yan Ling's martial arts talent is exceptionally high, so it must be true. Father has indeed delayed Yan Ling's progress. I need to find a way to resolve Father's inner conflict."

Zhao Qiying felt a pang of regret when she thought about how her third sister's talent had been buried for so many years.

"However, since Yan Ling was able to become the leading lady, she must have had her own special opportunities."

As Zhao Qiying was thinking this, the diary revealed the answer.

Later, Zhao Yanling encountered a master, a super master—"Cold-Faced Yama" Wan Jianchou!

Wan Jianchou is the number one martial arts expert in the entire series. Even the biggest villain in the series—Wan Qiankun, the commander of the Iron-Clad Guards—is his twin brother, and he can't even beat his older brother.

Wan Jianchou not only taught Zhao Yanling "Mysterious Steps" and "Ghost-Catching Sword Technique," but also secretly saved the Central Plains Escort Agency from peril on several occasions.

However, Wan Jianchou should not be with the Central Plains Escort Agency at the moment.

Judging from Zhao Qiying's attire, she was clearly unmarried, while Wan Jianchou was actually Jia Hutu, Cai Hanying's old servant, who had changed his name and joined the Central Plains Escort Agency after Cai Hanying married into the family.

He taught Zhao Yanling martial arts, secretly guiding her under the false identity of "Jia Hutu".

[Huh? If I were to steal Zhao Qiying, would Zhao Yanling still be able to rise to power?]

[No! What's so special about Wan Jianchou? With this system in hand, I'm sure I'll be able to acquire even more profound martial arts in the future.]

[If this sister-in-law comes begging to me then, for Qi Ying's sake, I'll teach her a few martial arts skills. She might not be any worse than Wan Jianchou.]

"I see. The number one expert in the whole play, Third Sister is so lucky! 'Cold-faced Yama' Wan Jianchou... I seem to have heard Father mention this name before."

Zhao Qiying fell into deep thought.

When she saw Jiang Sishui address Zhao Yanling as "little sister-in-law," her cheeks flushed with a captivating blush.

Speaking of Zhao Yanling, we must also mention the two supporting male leads.

These two guys have pretty funny names, actually.

[A man who was originally named Sima Buping later changed his name to Sima Wuqing. Whenever he introduces himself, he says with a touch of nostalgia, "Buping is gone, Wuqing is born."]

Holy crap! That's so damn cringey!

[This sentence gives me goosebumps.]

Furthermore, his signature move is just like his name, something like "Ruthless Triple Slash".

The other male lead is both a rival and a close friend of Sima Wuqing, and he also shares the same pretentious name, Ouyang Wudi.

[I'm speechless. Are you sure you won't get beaten to death for having this name?]

His signature move is equally impressive, called "Invincible Reverse Sword," on par with "Ruthless Triple Slash."

These two guys, one named Ruthless and the other Invincible, both with compound surnames and equally immature, I think they should just start living together!

In the end, Zhao Yanling didn't choose anyone; she only pursued her sword.

"Did Third Sister ultimately choose to remain single?" Zhao Qiying frowned, feeling a pang of heartache.

She could hardly imagine her lively and energetic third sister ending up alone.

Today I'm setting off for Leigu Mountain. I hope the journey goes smoothly. Once I inherit Wuyazi's skills, I'll stand tall!

Seeing this, Zhao Qiying suddenly heard a voice—

[Jiang Sishui has completed today's diary entry. Congratulations on gaining one month's worth of True Qi!]

[We are currently drawing today's winners...]

Congratulations to Zhao Qiying for acquiring the divine skill "Dugu Nine Swords"!

As a ball of light entered her brow, a mysterious flow of information surged into her mind, directly transforming into Zhao Qiying's memories.

In an instant, Zhao Qiying understood all the information about the "Nine Swords of Dugu" and directly comprehended it to perfection!

"The Nine Swords of Dugu can break through all the laws of the world? What exquisite swordsmanship! No moves are better than moves, it is simply made for the weak to overcome the strong."

After receiving that new memory, Zhao Qiying's joy was palpable.

She felt that with this sword technique, she could dominate the Grandmaster realm!

As for Grandmasters... without actual combat experience, she dared not speak rashly, but she was no longer afraid.

After the initial surprise, Zhao Qiying sighed with some regret: "It's a pity that Yan Ling doesn't have a copy of the diary and therefore lacks this blessing; otherwise, she might have also received the reward."

She used her privileges to view Zhao Yanling's rating.

[Character: Zhao Yanling]

[Instruments: 8]

【Favourability: 6】

The diarist only had a slight liking for her.

[Character: Zhao Qiying]

[Instruments: 9]

【Favourability: 8】

The difference between the two is significant.

Zhao Qiying touched her cheek. She felt that her third sister's beauty was no less than hers, and the reason she received a higher score was mostly due to the added charm of her temperament, which even Jiang Sishui praised.

"How about I pass this sword technique on to Yan Ling?"

The moment Zhao Qiying had this thought, words appeared on the copy of the diary—

[The martial arts techniques awarded by the system may not be shared with anyone other than the diary's owner and other diary copy holders!]

Zhao Qiying: "..."

Well, since the system doesn't allow it, there's nothing she can do but give up.

Regarding Zhao Qiying's extraordinary reward, some people envied her, while others were indifferent.

Shanzhou, Mount Hua.

Yue Lingshan exclaimed in surprise, looking at Ning Zhongze beside her: "Mother, is this 'Nine Swords of Dugu' the one that Grandmaster Feng has?"

Ning Zhongze thought for a moment and said, "It should be. Uncle Feng's 'Nine Swords of Dugu' is indeed a divine skill."

"Ah, I'm so envious! Last time I begged Uncle Feng, but he refused to teach me." Yue Lingshan's face was full of envy.

Ning Zhongze comforted him, saying, "The Huashan Mountain is vast, with thousands of disciples, many of whom are talented. But your Uncle Feng only teaches Chong'er because Chong'er's temperament suits his taste. You can't ask for such a thing."

Yue Lingshan tilted her head and asked, "Mother, which is more powerful, Senior Brother Linghu's 'Nine Swords of Dugu' or Senior Brother Yuan's 'Golden Snake Sword Technique'?"

Ning Zhongze smiled slightly: "Naturally, the 'Nine Swords of Dugu' is more powerful. Unless Chengzhi's internal strength is far superior to Chong'er's, Chong'er still has a greater chance of winning."

Yue Lingshan said "Oh," and muttered, "Shan'er also wants a reward. It would be great if the owner of the diary could mention us more."

019 Beginner's Guide to Heavenly Skills, Alone in the Train Car

Ning Zhongze felt somewhat embarrassed upon hearing this.

In fact, she had been like this since the first day she received the copy of the diary.

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