People in the Alliance, Time Management Master

Soon, a gentle breeze rippled around his body, unhurried and unhurried, like a tender young girl breathing warm air into his ear.

"What are you doing..." Yasuo frowned, his face full of confusion.

He had practiced the Wind Control Sword Technique for over a decade, and his control over the wind was unparalleled, if not unmatched in the future. Yet, he still couldn't understand his opponent's movements.

This wind... is strange.

It has a sharp edge that is hard to describe; yet it is also like a gentle breeze that is harmless and can't even blow the leaves off the trees.

That's so weird.

“He’s summoning someone,” Kasha explained for Mu Bai, a hint of sourness in her voice. “For now, we just need to keep watch and not disturb him.”

"Summon...someone?" Yasuo looked completely bewildered, even more confused.

Fortunately, Mu Bai quickly explained to him what summoning meant.

"Dear Wind Rider, it's so nice to see you again."

A few strands of silver hair, accompanied by a delicate fragrance, fell onto Mu Bai's shoulder, and a tall, elegant, and ethereal lady appeared out of thin air.

Holding a pure white staff, she circled around Mu Bai twice like a gentle breeze before coming to a steady stop. Her fair feet didn't even touch the ground; she was spotless.

"Do you need my help? The breeze will heed your call and request."

“Yes, Miss Gana.” Mu Bai bowed slightly. “I would like to ask you to help dispel the fog and find the evil spirits hiding within.”

"No problem, let's become one."

"Then trouble you."

Janna's appearance left Yasuo speechless. Was this some kind of spatial magic? Could this lady fly? And what did "merging into one" mean?

Kai'Sa stood silently to the side, her pretty face, hidden beneath her Void armor, was covered in frost. Actually, she wasn't that jealous; it was mainly Janna's words that were so misleading.

It just sounds weird...

"Please be prepared, both of you."

Mu Bai drew his Stormblade again, a tiny whirlwind lingering on its tip. Janna floated slowly behind him, wrapped her arms around his neck, and gradually dissipated, finally merging with his blade.

"I'll make sure that bug has nowhere to hide."

"Wait...you're not thinking of using your Wind Sword Technique to blow away the thick fog, are you?" Yasuo raised an eyebrow. "It'll be useless. It'll just gather again in a few seconds. We should think of another way."

"Um... I'd like to give it a try," Mu Bai replied in the most tactful way possible.

If the wind can't disperse the fog, there's only one possibility—the wind isn't strong enough.

If a gentle breeze can't disperse it, then use a strong wind. If a strong wind still can't disperse it, then use a hurricane. If even a hurricane doesn't work...

Then let's "use" Janna.

"Sigh... alright." Yasuo shook his head helplessly and took a half step back. He felt that the young man in front of him was too... impatient, or rather, a bit arrogant.

Kaisa remained silent, but her expression softened slightly.

Fortunately, "becoming one with the sword" refers to becoming one with the sword, not with the person...

"It's about to begin."

Mu Bai took a deep breath and gripped the hilt of the Storm Cutter tightly. He could feel Janna's body temperature, feel her strength, so gentle.

She was responding to herself.

The next moment, a gust of wind arose.

The blade erupted with a dazzling light, followed by a raging storm powerful enough to destroy everything in the world.

The dense fog was no match for the storm; the ultimate sword intent cleaved it into pieces, and the fierce wind swallowed up all the fragments.

The storm whipped up a whole row of tall trees, sand and leaves mingling together, raging wildly against the monster hiding in the shadows.

After an unknown amount of time, the wind finally stopped.

This was the first time Yasuo had ever seen such a Secret Forest—vast, bright, with moonlight shining unobstructed across the land, and the air crystal clear, free from any trace of mist or pollution.

"This...this is the Wind Control Sword Technique...?" He swallowed hard, suddenly feeling that the long sword in his hand was like a ridiculous toy.

This is typhoon swordsmanship!

Kasha's beautiful eyes widened involuntarily. Although she was somewhat prepared, she was still taken aback.

"Hs...hs..."

Kha'Zix landed on the ground, making a series of unintelligible sounds in his throat.

Although it had dodged immediately, it was still grazed by the storm, and its exoskeleton cracked, making it unable to maintain its semi-transparent state.

"Finally out, damn monster!" Upon seeing the mantis-like void creature, Yasuo didn't have time to think about the Typhoon Sword Technique and immediately dashed forward.

He's not afraid of a fair and square duel at all!

But clearly, Kha'Zix knew he couldn't continue entangled with these humans, so he flapped his damaged wings and flew away into the distance.

With its flying ability, it would be really hard to catch if it wanted to run away.

Although Kai'Sa has some flying ability, her flight is short-range and burst-like, making it difficult for her to keep up with Kha'Zix.

Moreover, even if she manages to catch up, there is a risk of being killed while fighting alone.

"Let's call it a day while we're ahead." Mu Bai exhaled a breath of stale air and sheathed his sword. "The most urgent task now is to rescue the investigation team."

That last strike had taken a heavy toll on him, and he probably wouldn't be able to engage in intense combat for a while. There are still several hours until dawn, so it's always good to conserve some energy.

The other two nodded and were about to leave when the inspection team members came over, supporting each other.

The leader was still Captain Hesslia, her tired face filled with surprise, and her eyes were filled with admiration as she looked at Yasuo.

“That gust of wind…you’ve broken through, Mr. Yasuo…you saved us…”

The other team members, seeing the rubble and broken tree trunks scattered on the ground, also erupted in cheers, praising Yasuo's immense power.

Everyone witnessed that storm just now; it was ridiculously powerful!

This is what natural disasters are all about, isn't it?

"not me……"

Amidst enthusiastic cheers, Yasuo slowly spoke, his tone filled with shame and dejection.

Hesslia was taken aback and subconsciously shifted her gaze to Mu Bai.

There were only two reinforcements, and it's common knowledge that Kai'Sa can't use wind, so... was it this recruit? An unknown recruit... who used a wind-manipulating sword technique even stronger than Mr. Yasuo's?

"The Yangtze River's back waves push the front waves forward..." Yasuo waved his hand, his gaze towards Mu Bai filled with complex emotions.

Mu Bai gave an awkward smile under the gaze of the group of people. "Let's talk about it when we get back. Helping the wounded is the priority right now... Miss Janna, are you still there?"

"Of course." A gentle breeze swept by, and the beautiful and elegant goddess of wind reappeared.

"Could you please use the power of the wind to help stop the bleeding?"

"No problem, dear Wind Rider."

Janna gently waved her staff, and a gentle breeze immediately enveloped the wounds of the injured, using the principle of stabilizing air pressure to stop the bleeding.

"Wow!" A surprised voice immediately came from the middle of the group.

Kaisa glanced at Mu Bai, then at the smiling Janna, and remained silent.

What, dear...

Humph.

Chapter Ninety: The True Chosen One

Kha'Zix's defeat served as a wake-up call to the Void creatures in the Secret Forest, allowing the scouting team to enjoy a rare peaceful night.

As soon as it was light, the group rushed back to Bandle City. The moment they stepped through the city gates, Mu Bai received a reward from the system mission—3 skill points.

Now that the Wind Control Sword Technique is at its maximum level, and Blood Hunger is a passive skill that doesn't need to be upgraded, these skill points can be saved for now.

As for signs of theft... it's best not to consider them for now, given the limited skill points available. After all, without substantial improvement, the reward isn't entirely proportional to the effort.

"Mu Bai, you still haven't told me who your master is?"

After the doctors carried the wounded away, Yasuo felt much more relaxed and immediately slipped to the front of the line to chat, ignoring his own injuries.

“Your wind… is very strong, the strongest I’ve ever seen,” he said earnestly, “surpassing even all the wind-wielding swordsmen of all time.”

"No, no, I was only able to do that because of Miss Janna's help." Mu Bai waved his hands repeatedly, while the Goddess of Wind maintained her sweet smile.

Kaisa glanced at them and silently slowed her pace to move to the back of the group.

“While Janna’s help is certainly important, I believe your own strength is also formidable.” Yasuo adopted a determined tone, as if he were determined to get to the bottom of things.

After he was wrongly accused of killing Elder Suma, he almost cut off all contact with the people of his hometown. Even after the truth came out, he was unable to forgive himself for his sin and left for a distant land.

Later, the Void descended, Ionia was destroyed, and his old friends all perished in the struggle...

As time went by, his longing for his hometown and old friends grew stronger. How could he not be excited to see a swordsman who also used the Wind-Riding Sword Technique?

"Do you really need to know the answer to this question?" Mu Bai asked one last time.

"Yes, please be sure to tell me who your teacher is." Yasuo nodded firmly.

"The truth might not be what you think. Are you sure you can accept it?"

"of course."

Seeing the expectant look on the other person's face, Mu Bai knew that he must have misunderstood his meaning.

"What's wrong? Did your teacher specifically tell you not to reveal his name?" Yasuo's tone was tinged with anxiety.

"No... Never mind, since you really want to know, I might as well tell you."

Mu Bai took a deep breath and stared intently into the other person's eyes:

"My teacher is—you, Yasuo."

"...?" Upon hearing this, Yasuo's expressive face froze, looking somewhat comical.

After pausing for several seconds, he said in a questioning and slightly annoyed tone, "If you really have a reason, you can keep it to yourself. Why tease me like this?"

"I mean it." Mu Bai shook his head gently, his tone still calm. "You taught me the Wind Control Sword Technique, but you've forgotten."