Chapter 17 Part 2
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Chapter 17: Ascending to the Sky for 90,000 Miles! (2)
Amidst the noisy voices,
Xiao Jinse bowed and placed the Blowing Snow Sword into her storage bracelet.
When she stood up, her body swayed violently.
Just as she was about to collapse, she steadied herself by quickly planting her right foot on the ground.
She couldn’t fall.
She hadn’t yet shared the good news with Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian or the Fourth Martial Sister.
She hadn’t yet issued a challenge to that silly peacock, the Third Martial Sister.
Xiao Jinse shook her head lightly, and her vision cleared.
Just as she was about to leave the stage, her gaze fell on Tang Chenyue, who was still motionless.
It seemed that this Martial Brother Tang had been hit pretty hard.
In fact, if she had lost, her reaction would have been no better.
Xiao Jinse suddenly spoke, “In fact, you didn’t lose, Martial Brother Tang. If your heart had wavered even slightly, I wouldn’t have been able to walk out of that illusion.”
“…”
Tang Chenyue tilted his head back, a look of surprise on his face.
To be acknowledged by one’s opponent—this was the highest honor for a swordsman!
A “frightening” smile appeared on his face.
He watched as Xiao Jinse walked towards Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian step by step, and in an instant, his sharp mind pieced everything together.
Spring.
Spring was in the air.
He saw the lilies blooming, smelled the slight sour tang of mandarin oranges.
It was truly honest and sincere—a perfect match for each other.
How incredibly good!
Tang Chenyue gazed up at the vast blue sky.
He was certain.
He remained steadfast in his belief that the path he was taking was the right one.
He was resolute, unshakable in his thoughts.
May no one else suffer from the betrayal of a lover in this world.
So…
Even if one burns oneself, that fire still burns with its own unique colors.
Meanwhile, under the challenge arena…
Xiao Jinse finally arrived in front of Bai Lian after taking slow, deliberate steps for dozens of breaths.
“Elder Martial Sister, I have not let down Fourth Martial Sister’s kindness.”
She tilted her head, a pleading look on her face, almost reminiscent of Tong Yao from the other day.
This time, Bai Lian did not hold back her praise.
“Well done!”
The Second Martial Sister beamed with contentment, like a cat being stroked on its belly, her eyes closed in bliss.
That year…
After defeating Zhao Shuo from the Sword Washing Pavilion in Hening City, she had whispered to Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian that she wished to be her sword.
Now, she was one step closer to that goal.
She was brimming with confidence.
Within ten years.
No.
Eight years would be enough.
When the time came, she would defeat the Sword Washing Pavilion with her own strength, and then, with no worries left, she could focus entirely on becoming Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian’s sword.
If Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian told her to point east, she would never go west.
If Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian told her to crawl into a hole, she would never climb a mountain.
Even if an unmovable wall of iron and gold blocked her path, as long as Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian said “go,” she would rush forward, ready to risk injury.
“Thank you, Elder Martial Sister.”
Xiao Jinse’s eyes sparkled with a flickering light.
Not tears—but emotions almost overflowing.
Bai Lian took her hand.
White or red petals fluttered from Bai Lian’s hands like a shower of butterflies, enveloping them both.
Flowers bloomed outside.
And Xiao Jinse felt as if her body had blossomed as well.
She suddenly felt her tiredness fade, the pain in her limbs, waist, and arms easing. She felt ready to fight once more.
This was the moment the flowers bloomed, known as “Bloom Flowers.”
It was a recovery spell that Bai Lian had received from the system, similar to the “Thousands of Flowers” taught by her master.
Of course…
The more striking similarity was in the manifestation of the two spells.
Those who hadn’t delved deeply into this path might mistakenly see “Bloom Flowers” and think it was the Immortal Heavenly Lord’s secret skill, “Thousands of Flowers.”
The reason Bai Lian used “Bloom Flowers” instead of “Thousands of Flowers” was simply because she was more skilled with the former.
Yu Ying stood nearby, dazed, watching the dream-like scene unfold before her.
The spring breeze blew.
Petals swirled, drifting in the air.
This scene almost felt like a wedding?
It was probably just an illusion.
She needed to discard these strange thoughts. After all, she had said yesterday that she would temporarily give up on Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian until she had received her approval.
She couldn’t possibly break her vow the very next day.
If she broke her promise, wouldn’t that mean she had no morals?
What was the difference between her and that Demon Woman who always yearned for Bai Lian’s body?!
After the self-criticism, Yu Ying felt renewed.
Now?
She only needed to focus on improving her strength. It would be best if she didn’t transform into a sword and hang between Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian’s chest unless specifically requested.
The semi-final ended in such a winding manner.
Someone suffered.
Someone wailed.
But for most, it was a spectacle to enjoy.
After the satisfaction, it was time to look ahead.
The two competitors in the finals were Xiao Jinse and Su Youwei.
It was known that these two were Martial Sisters.
“They probably know each other as well as they know their own Magic Treasures.”
This battle would surely be intense.
As the battle raged on…
Breath.
Breath.
Two figures hugged, squeezing tightly against each other.
“Who doesn’t enjoy watching cute girls fight, out of breath and blushing?”
Ahhh! (＃>д<) "…" Bai Lian called out to her Martial Sister and the jade rabbit, "Let’s head back to Qiongming Peak." Only two days remained until the finals. Xiao Jinse needed to recover, and Su Youwei also needed to get back into top condition. This battle had moved the hearts of countless people. An Lan, Bai Lian, and Yu Ying didn’t particularly care who won. But the Jade Rabbit and Ling Xuan were different. "Haw (I support Xiao Jinse)," said the jade rabbit. Why? Because Su Youwei had threatened her with the story of the fox demon. Ling Xuan’s thoughts were simple. "I support the Third Elder Martial Sister!" When it comes to making choices, kids, it all comes down to one word. [Like] Both Elder Martial Sisters were liked by her. But she still preferred the Third Elder Martial Sister with white hair and red eyes! Although the Third Elder Martial Sister's chest was flat, hers was too. Considering that, they should stand together. Soon, the news spread to Heluo Country. Marquis Wu'an’s eyes flickered with fiery irritation upon hearing the news. But the anomaly didn’t last long. He used magic to crush the teacup he had been holding into pieces. He had misjudged Yu Ying’s potential. But that wasn’t the key. The key was that he and Xu Pan had come up with a new plan to light the Gate of All Living Beings. If they could succeed, they had the confidence to even suppress Bai Lian.