Book 14: Chapter 124

G.o.d of Battles Orphaned Son. Flying Generals Successor.

The lotus withered along with its scars as the Buddha faded away.

Tianhu flowered away his broken black spear and remarked with three fingers up, Thats three steps. He then smirked, extended a fourth finger and said, If the remaining four steps are equally boring, just take all four steps at once to save me the trouble.

Tianhu wasnt bored at all. To the contrary, he had more fun than he expected. He never expected an opponent of Venerable Monk Jiyis calibre, much less this format of combat. He was so entertained that he tried to goad his opponent into showing the last four steps. It wasnt about winning something or losing something, surviving or dying. The majority of people couldnt fathom how hard it was for him to find a worthy opponent.

The Buddhas might was genuinely freaky. For a moment, Tianhu saw himself losing in the future when the Buddha uncorked a palm strike, except he didnt consider being split in half any fun. Hence, he chose to swing his spear. Even though he overcame the future, he wasnt sure how to feel about it. He wanted to see himself fail. At the same time, though, he wanted to do everything in his power to overcome the challenge. If the difficulty was far beyond his capabilities, then he wouldve been happy regardless of the outcome. The disappearance of the Buddha ushered in disappointment. The only comforting explanation he could provide himself was that his opponent truly was capable of fulfilling the prophecy. He couldnt help cracking a smile that was replete with hope.

In contrast to Tianhus laid-back state, Venerable Monk Jiyi, who didnt expect to encounter such a dangerous opponent, wasnt keen on chasing thrill. He needed to complete his task fast without letting anyone connect the deed back to Cold Mountain Temple at the very least, not right away. That would result in the yet-to-mature monarch they supported in the future resisting them, effectively limiting the White Princes movements. To that end, Gongsun Chu and Valley of Yearning were designated scapegoat roles. Hence, Venerable Monk Jiyi shouldve been the more anxious person between him and Tianhu, yet that didnt appear to be the case at all.

Tianhu was glad to see his opponent wasnt anxious in the slightest. Or rather, he liked that the moonlight on his opponent now looked ominous rather than tranquil.

Are you the orphaned son of G.o.d of Battle, or the successor of Flying General? Without seeing Venerable Monk Jiyis appearance, you wouldve thought you were listening to a scholar reciting a poem.

It was the first time Tianhu felt he heard the Venerable Monk Jiyis real voice. After a think, he smiled and asked, Which one do you fear more?

Amitabha, this one was not yet the leader of Cold Mountain Temple when that spearplay swept its way across the Central Plain; however, this one had the honour of personally witnessing the beauty of G.o.d of Battles Nine Diagrams.

Venerable Monk Jiyi recalled the scenes that n.o.body could view and say they werent shocked. It was the worst feeling for someone who could create illusions. When Youtus forces descended south, the Central Plains imperial court did a lousy job of stopping their advance. Virtually no city was spared from bloodshed. Under a scarlet sun, one man rode alone into the enemy ranks and unleashed h.e.l.l on them. One man, his stallion and spear showed Youtus forces what a nightmare truly was. Anyone who dared to consider themselves outstanding paled miserably in comparison to him.

This one has never seen such splendid spearplay since then or such a marvellous warrior.

Even though Venerable Monk Jiyi sounded devoid of emotion, his last few words carried hints of genuine respect despite never being a fan. Mayhap not even he was aware of his rise in emotions.ReadNovelFull.com

Are you giving up? questioned Tianhu, stopping Venerable Monk Jiyi before his fun was reduced as a result of the unexpected inquisition. Are you going to take the last four steps? If not, Im making my move.

You have not answered this ones question, no?

You havent answered me, either, no?

If you are the successor to Flying General and was fated to learn the superb discipline, then it was your fate. This one has a gift for you.

You even have a gift?

Tianhu: So hes really done fighting. This sucks.

It is Flying Generals spear called Unstoppable Blade. This one has looked forward to seeing it since he last witnessed it.

Venerable Monk Jiyi was unaware that the spear had changed hands long ago. If anything, Tianhu was closer to it than him since Tianhu had been into the underground palace it was stashed.

And if I am Battle of G.o.ds orphaned son?

The orphaned son of Battle of G.o.d would be an imperial family member of the last imperial family. It is inevitable he would be eyed, not to mention General Rans descendant deserves to be taken care of well.

Tianhu laughed as he clapped. Great to hear. Great to hear that youre reminded of your old hobbies. You want to give a present after seeing G.o.d of Battles Nine Diagrams, but you never mentioned his descendant.

The mention of Ran Feikongs descendant erased Venerable Monk Jiyis intention to speak.

Those who inherit his bloodline can learn any martial arts discipline without limitations. In other words they are the best candidate for learning the four supreme disciplines of all eras, correct?

Hearing his own thoughts read out to him, Venerable Monk Jiyi smiled.

It looks like youve gotten your hands on something amazing, Cold Mountain Temples Liaoliao.

You have yet to answer this ones question.

Tianhu just smiled. If you dont kill me, you wont be screwed just once.

Irrespective of what Venerable Monk Jiyi wanted, Tianhu still only wanted just one thing a fun fight.

G.o.d of Battles Nine Diagrams is a discipline without equal. If this one has truly met a student of the discipline, he must ask do you still want to fight?

Accompanying his smile, Tianhus aura intensified. You sound scared.

General Ran slew the Preceptor of State and Budda, causing a worldwide panic. Although his contributions in the war were unmatchable, he planted seeds of disaster, which eventually sprouted and came back to bite him.

He slew villains deserving of death using Unstoppable Blade and killed corrupt monks, like you.

There is no doubt that Flying General is a hero, a hero possibly never to be seen in ages. Sadly, he chose the wrong people to a.s.sociate with. Choosing to be with Tianfeng Yu was a mistake. We all know even the greatest men struggle to overcome the beauty of women, but Ran Feikongs decision to give in to his l.u.s.t cost him his family. At the time, not a soul had any pity for the witch. Is your mother being asked the same questions as she bathes in seas of boiling oil in h.e.l.l? Is she, too, being asked why she chose to be a witch who ruined a hero?

For once, Tianhu was dead silent. Not even Liaoliao, who thought he now had a grasp on Tianhus personality, expected those words to trigger Tianhu.

For the first time in the clash, Tianhu didnt attack for the sake of entertaining himself. Just as whenever he meant to do harm, there was a strong stench of blood.

Your death wish is granted.