I Stepped on a Bug, and the System Says I Slayed a Dragon?-Chapter 80: Li Zixuan: I’m Not Going Anywhere, I’m Staying in Jianghai City
In the afternoon, Qin Yang strolled leisurely to work as usual. Even though he’d struck it rich, he still had to clock in.
After all, Array Dao and Alchemy were money-sucking beasts, true bottomless pits.
Although there were plenty of materials in his Star Ring, if he really started using them up, they’d probably be completely gone before long.
’To be on the safe side, I’d better keep my job to avoid going broke.’
Qin Yang shook his head. After walking into the library, he immediately released his Spiritual Power, blanketing the interior and carefully listening to every sound.
The hubbub of chattering voices rose, carrying all sorts of gossip.
The disappearance of Huyan Sword hadn’t caused much of a stir. The citizens of Jianghai City seemed to have already forgotten his existence.
After all, his master was dead, and he had lost face.
The whole internet knew his master couldn’t even defeat one of Yu Wenxuan’s Clones. As the Sword Saint’s disciple, Huyan Sword had been utterly humiliated by the battle. It was only natural that he would leave without a word, tucking his tail and running.
And so, peace finally returned to Jianghai City.
People came and went inside the library, a constant stream of patrons checking out books.
Qin Yang stood by a first-floor bookshelf, pointed a few patrons in the right direction, then dodged the library’s security cameras and skillfully made his way to his usual spot.
He pulled out the small stool from the corner.
Time to slack off!
The next moment, a round, black Star Stone appeared in Qin Yang’s hand. It radiated vigorous Star Force and felt slightly warm to the touch.
’The Three Circles and Twenty-Eight Constellations... I think this is how you carve them.’
He lifted a fingertip and, recalling the layout of the Star Map, used his Spiritual Power to engrave Array Patterns onto the Star Stone.
According to the principles of the Array Dao, the requirements for becoming an Array Master were harsh.
One had to possess exceptionally strong Spiritual Power as a foundation to use a Star Stone to create an Array.
And just how much Spiritual Power was consumed by engraving Array Patterns?
If an ordinary Postnatal Realm Martial Artist without the support of Spiritual Power tried it, they would probably pass out for a full day after carving just two dots.
And that was without even mentioning making the Array Patterns follow one’s will.
’So difficult, difficult, difficult.’
Qin Yang calmed his mind and focused wholeheartedly on carving the Array Patterns.
SCRAPE, SCRAPE. Stone dust flew.
His fingertip traced across the surface of the Star Stone. A thin line slowly appeared, following his guidance to connect and close, forming a perfect arc.
A moment later, a touch of exhaustion washed over Qin Yang, and he decisively stopped what he was doing.
The intense consumption of Spiritual Power easily led to drowsiness and fatigue.
You can’t get fat from one bite; he had to take it slow.
"Master, what’s that? Can I have a taste?!"
Xiaobai whined coquettishly at his feet, spinning in circles and affectionately rubbing against Qin Yang’s pant leg. Her little pink tongue licked her lips; she looked like she was about to cry from craving.
At this moment, the Star Stone in Qin Yang’s hand was radiating dense Spiritual Qi, which couldn’t help but remind her of a similar heavenly treasure she had seen many years ago.
Back then, she had roamed wild and free, carrying a Star Stone back to her little den to absorb its Spiritual Qi.
"Give it to you?"
Hearing this, Qin Yang rolled his eyes, instantly seeing through her little scheme.
"Just one bite! Just one, Master!"
The little fox hopped excitedly on the spot. "A lick would be fine too!"
It had been so long since she had tasted the delicacy of a Star Stone.
"I’ll do anything you want, Master!"
Xiaobai rubbed against Qin Yang’s pant leg and sent a telepathic message, "Anything at all, you know? As long as Master wants..."
Her voice was electrifying, overflowing with charm and allure.
Qin Yang shivered the moment he heard it.
Xiaobai was using her Charm Art again!
"Tsk, fine."
Qin Yang chuckled. "We’ll do a trade. Just let me wear your fox-fur coat."
Hearing this, Xiaobai’s whole demeanor instantly crumbled. She hurriedly took two steps back and huffed, "If you don’t want to give it to me, just say so! You’re always scaring me!"
"Hmph, stingy! Bad Master!"
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「Meanwhile, at the Jianghai Martial Arts Academy.」
In an office in Tengfei Building.
A famous painting hung high on the wall, depicting the magnificent scene of a rising sun over mountains and a sea of clouds.
Beneath the painting, Elder Li leaned back in his office chair, a pen in hand, carefully reviewing each graduate’s file. From time to time, he would lean over his desk to make notes about outstanding students.
In the blink of an eye, he had already spent half his life at the Jianghai Martial Arts Academy, sending off one class of students after another.
Most of the students who had graduated from Jianghai were like soaring dragons and phoenixes.
They had become high-ranking officials or generals guarding a region. It could be said that his students were truly all over the world, bringing him great renown.
Just then, a knock sounded at the office door.
KNOCK KNOCK!
"Teacher, it’s me," Li Zixuan said respectfully from outside the door.
"Come in, Xuanxuan," Elder Li said in a deep voice.
Immediately, Li Zixuan pushed the door open and entered. She was dressed in light, high-end sportswear with a tennis cap and a high ponytail, a sword bag slung over her shoulder.
"Heading to the dojo?" Elder Li asked kindly, looking at her attire.
"Mhm, I’m going to practice some more. I feel like I’ve had another insight recently."
Li Zixuan nodded lightly and asked, "Teacher, is there something you needed to see me about?"
"An insight is a good thing. Don’t worry, I won’t take up too much of your time."
Elder Li said with a smile, "Your Senior Brother Lin called last night. He said the dean of the Imperial Capital Divine Martial Academy saw the video of your sword match and was very pleased with your performance that day."
"It’s all thanks to your excellent teaching, Teacher," Li Zixuan said softly, lowering her gaze.
"Haha, Xuanxuan, you’re too modest. The dean of the Divine Martial Academy had nothing but praise for you."
As he spoke, Elder Li slowly stood up and took out the file in his hand. "They’ve already contacted me. As long as you want to enter the Divine Martial Academy, you can go at any time."
"Go to the Divine Martial Academy?"
Li Zixuan froze for a moment, a flash of astonishment in her beautiful eyes.
You have to understand, the Divine Martial Academy was in the Imperial Capital, and it had once been her dream.
No, it was the dream of every student at the Jianghai Martial Arts Academy.
Rumor had it that entering the Divine Martial Academy was like having one foot in the Grandmaster realm. Your future would be limitless!
"Yes, Xuanxuan. What do you think?"
Elder Li picked up the file folder and smiled. "If you’ve made up your mind, I can transfer your file right now.
They’ve promised that if you go, the dean himself will personally mentor you. You’ll be given the best resources, and reaching a level beyond Grandmaster will be just around the corner."
"Beyond Grandmaster..."
Li Zixuan murmured the words, momentarily dazed.
A once-distant goal now seemed to be within her grasp...
Attainable with just a single thought...
But...
’Is Teacher still here?’
’If I leave Jianghai, it means I’ll be separated from Teacher.’
’I don’t want that!’
At that thought, Li Zixuan’s hesitation vanished, and she shook her head without a second’s doubt. "I’m not going anywhere. I’m staying in Jianghai." 𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮
As her words fell, Elder Li, who seemed to have expected this, slowly put down the file in his hand. He nodded and said, "Alright, Xuanxuan. We respect your decision."
Li Zixuan’s firm resolve only served to confirm Elder Li’s private suspicions.
’Since she has the guidance of the senior Sword God.’
’Perhaps staying in Jianghai is the best choice for Li Zixuan after all.’
