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Chapter 206: Five Great Saint Lands (3)
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As she spoke up to that point, Cai Cai paused and gave a sigh before continuing: "At the start, every empire had a chance of getting into the top four, and getting the plaque. Alas, as time passed, the other four Great Saint Lands realised how important it was to enter the Heavenly Jewel Island. As such, although they were too embarrassed to directly enter their own team, they actually started to cooperate with their Empires, even helping to groom some outstanding young Heavenly Jewel Talents. As such, they are able to get their Heavenly Jewel Plaques through such a method. The only exception is the Top Demon of the West, due to their Evil Attribute, they are only able to hide in the darkness, and they do not dare to directly try to enter the Heavenly Jewel Island. As such, it can be said that for every Heavenly Jewel Tournament, the top three has already been taken up by the three Great Saint Lands. The rest of the Empires only have a single last spot to fight for. Furthermore, there is the extremely powerful ZhongTian Empire's team. Alas, our Fei Li Empire has not gotten a single Heavenly Jewel Plaque for the past seventy years, not even when we try to purchase it at a high price."
Zhou Weiqing finally understood what was going on, and said hesitatingly: "Principal, do you mean to say that I will be going to join this Heavenly Jewel Tournament?"
Cai Cai pursed her lips and said: "You're just of the three-Jeweled cultivation level, you naturally will not be able to join as an actual team member, but you can still be a substitute member. I still have the power to decide that. Every Empire's team is restricted to eight members, of which five are actual team members and three substitute members. Without question, the five actual team members are from the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, while the substitute members are chosen from our Fei Li Royal Family Military Academy. The main reason isn't to actually help out, but rather for our outstanding students to gain some valuable experience. These three limited places are highly sought after, and this time you are just so lucky to get this advantage. In truth, it is highly unlikely that we will be able to enter the Heavenly Jewel Island, but just being able to witness and experience the various powerful Heavenly Jewel Masters and the great fights of the Tournament, it will be of great aid to your future training and cultivating. At the same time, it is also a great reason for you to hide out for the next few months, and by the time you return, your status as a person who has attended the Heavenly Jewel Tournament, even as a substitute, will be sufficient to protect you."
Looking at Cai Cai, Zhou Weiqing's expression changed a little. He suddenly felt a sense of regret, regret that he had disrespected this Principal. He had never expected that this Principal, whom he had only met twice briefly, would give him so much help and plan everything so completely for his sake. To be able to enter this Heavenly Jewel Tournament, to witness fights of such scale and power, it was definitely something extremely beneficial to him. Furthermore, he was just to be a substitute, and would hardly even need to fight, and would not be any danger. Such a post was undoubtedly extremely valuable to the Fei Li Military Academy, and yet she had actually given it to him, a mere first year commoner student.
"Principal, thank you. 1" Zhou Weiqing bowed to Cai Cai very sincerely.
Cai Cai's mouth finally twitched upwards in a faint smile, and she said: "It's good that you understand my efforts. This time, the three substitutes that we are sending will be you, your little girlfriend and Ye Paopao. After all, everyone in the school knows about you and Shangguan Bing'er as well, so it is safest that she goes along with you. Once you both are back, you will have to go through some extra tuition to catch up. Remember, Ye Paopao will be the leader of your small group, after all he is the most powerful amongst our students. Also, you better rein yourself in, do not clash with the members of the main team from the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, and throw our academy's face. Understood?"
Zhou Weiqing grinned and said: "I'm actually not one to cause trouble, as long as nobody causes trouble for me, I won't go around causing trouble as well."
Cai Cai gave an exasperated humph and said: "Enough of your nonsense, do you think I know nothing about you? Alright, you can leave now. You all will be leaving for the Heavenly Jewel Tournament after three days. For the next three days, both of you should just stay in the academy. Do not leave the academy grounds, and in three days you will be sent directly to the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy."
Zhou Weiqing quickly agreed. Just as he was about to turn around to leave, he suddenly thought of something, stopped and said: "Principal, is our academy hiring teachers?"
"Humph." Cai Cai looked at Zhou Weiqing curiously. "Who are you introducing to the academy to be a teacher? He or she must have a specific talent to even have a chance of entering our academy."
Zhou Weiqing said: "What about a High Level Consolidating Equipment Master, does that count as a specific talent?"
Cai Cai's eyes brightened as she said: "You have a high level Consolidating Equipment Master friend coming to our academy?"
Zhou Weiqing nodded and said: "My Senior just reached the Fei Li City and will be staying for a while. Since he has nothing much better to do, if the academy needs a teacher, he can come over to be an assistant teacher or something."
Cai Cai looked meaningfully at Zhou Weiqing, her noble grace and beauty causing him to stare dazedly for a second as she said: "Are you trying to give a plum in return for a peach? 2"
Zhou Weiqing scratched his head and said: "Well… not exactly also. After all, when I leave, someone needs to help take care of my commoner class one, and Teacher Ming Hua might not be able to do so alone. If my class can have another assistant teacher in charge, then there should be no problems. Furthermore, I did promise my classmates that I would take care of their Consolidating Equipment Scrolls."
Cai Cai laughed and said: "Alright, at least you're honest about it. Fine, I agree to this. You can go back and ask him to report directly to me when he comes to the academy."
"Many thanks to Principal Cai Cai for allowing this." Zhou Weiqing once more bowed politely before exiting the office. Speaking to someone as intelligent as Cai Cai, it was much better to speak the truth whenever possible. After all, Zhou Weiqing was also an intelligent person. He knew that Cai Cai would be able to read many things from various actions, and he might as well just tell the truth and get a favourable impression instead of trying to hide things.
After leaving the Principal's office, Zhou Weiqing took a deep breath, a look of anticipation appearing in his eyes. He was just too interested in the Heavenly Jewel Tournament.
All of a sudden, he thought of a question for Cai Cai, and quickly turned back around, pushing open the door to enter once more. As he had just thought of it suddenly, he didn't knock and just barged in.
As soon as he entered the room, Zhou Weiqing was totally stunned, and so was Cai Cai.
At that moment, Principal Cai Cai was only wearing her underwear, only covering her most private parts. Her snow white skin and voluptuous figure was almost entire displayed in front of Zhou Weiqing, especially the legs that Zhou Weiqing had hugged earlier, with a light red streak showing where he had hugged earlier.
*Poof* Two lines of blood streamed down from Zhou Weiqing's nostrils. This time he was unable to give any excuse, as even some saliva drooled out.
"GET — OUT —!" Cai Cai's furious roar rang out, and Zhou Weiqing fled out of the office as fast as he could.
What happened was that Cai Cai was a very fastidious person 3. Earlier, her robes had been stained by Zhou Weiqing's blood, and as soon as he had left, she could not wait and quickly started changing to a new one. Who knew that Zhou Weiqing would actually barge back inside without knocking, causing the previous scene.
As Zhou Weiqing rushed out, he did not run far, instead yelling from outside: "Principal, I'm wrong! It was not on purpose!"
"Wretch, get back in here now!" This level of the building was all the high ranking members of the school staff, and since Cai Cai had quickly donned a fresh robe, when she heard him yelling outside, she was so angry that she almost passed out, and quickly called him back in.
When Zhou Weiqing stepped back into the Principal's office, he couldn't help but tremble in fear. In his senses, she seemed like a boiling volcano on the verge of eruption.
By now, Cai Cai had already worn a fresh clean set of robes. However, the expression on her face was very ugly, and even her hair was a little messed up, showing how flustered she had been.
"You little brat, don't you know how to knock the door?" Cai Cai's hands were clenched in fists. In her thirty odd years, she had never felt like beating someone up so much.
Zhou Weiqing said with an innocent look on his face: "Principal, I'm wrong. I just suddenly thought of an important question to ask you, and accidentally barged in without thinking, and did not expect to see what I wasn't supposed to see."
"Shut up! If you dare say anything about this, I will gouge out your eyes." Cai Cai cried angrily. Even her noble grace and poise had been ruined by Zhou Weiqing, and she was breathing hard due to her rage.
"Speak then, what did you want to ask? Ask quickly and get lost." Cai Cai finally calmed down. Looking at Zhou Weiqing's innocent look, she finally suppressed her rage. With her status, how could she possibly actually beat up Zhou Weiqing just like that?
Zhou Weiqing said: "I… I just wanted to ask, if you really do get top four in this Heavenly Jewel Tournament, are we able to keep the Heavenly Jewel Plaque we get?"
"Hmph, with just you few, do you really think you can get the Heavenly Jewel Plaque? You must be daydreaming! If you really do manage to get it, I will allow you to keep yours."
"Thank you Principal, I'll be heading off then." Facing a volcano that could erupt at any time, the best way to deal with it was to leave quickly. Zhou Weiqing got the answer he wanted, and quickly ran off.
Looking at the closed door, Cai Cai suddenly felt that she had been rash in her anger. What if they truly got into the top four and managed to get the Heavenly Jewel Plaque? She knew how important they were to the Empire. However, her furrowed brow quickly eased. After all, it wasn't that easy to get the plaque. Even though there were quite a lot of extremely talented and well trained students from the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, they were still far from being able to compare with those from the Four Great Saint Lands. It was just nearly impossible to enter the top four. As for Zhou Weiqing and the other substitutes, they would not be able to fight. That damn brat, how dare he hug her and even look at her!
As she thought up to this point, Cai Cai blushed deeply, striking the air hard, as if at Zhou Weiqing.
When Zhou Weiqing returned to the class, he was surprised to see that class has not even begun. Yet, he remembered that the first lesson should have been taught by Ming Hua.
However, at that moment, Ming Hua was still seated at her seat behind the podium, and the students were all chit chatting.
"Ehh? Don't we have class today?" Zhou Weiqing couldn't help but ask curiously.
Ming Hua glanced at him and said: "Without you back, how could any of them concentrate on class. How was it?"
Chapter 207: A Seal that cannot be Extinguished (1)
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Zhou Weiqing laughed heartily and said: "Everyone relax, our Principal was looking for me for some good news…" As such, he told Ming Hua and his classmates a summary about what had happened. After all, there was nothing to hide about it.
After listening to him, the greatest reaction was undoubtedly from Ming Hua and Shangguan Bing'er. Shangguan Bing'er had a light in her eyes. As a Heavenly Jewel Master herself, she knew how great the benefits it would be to be able to attend such a Tournament. As for Ming Hua, her face was full of shock.
"The Principal actually let you represent the Academy to join the Heavenly Jewel Tournament?!"
Zhou Weiqing said: "What's wrong with that?"
Ming Hua shook her head and said: "Normally, this honour is only reserved for the fourth year students who are about to graduate, I never expected that both you and Shangguan Bing'er would be given such an honour, such an advantage. You were right, this is indeed something good. During the Heavenly Jewel Tournament, you will be able to observe all the top talents in the Jewel Master world fighting. It will be extremely good for your fighting experience, and open up your eyes."
Zhou Weiqing asked curiously: "Does that mean that Teacher Ming Hua was lucky enough to join it before as well?"
Ming Hua inclined her head in a slight nod, saying: "Yes, the previous Tournament, I was our Academy's representative. You both can set your minds at ease and go, as for your studies, when you return, there will be special remedial lessons for you to cover the lessons missed."
Zhou Weiqing looked at Ming Hua with an uncertain look in his eyes. It seemed like today Ming Hua was in a peaceable mood, and did not have the hostility she used to have against him. Although he did not know the reason for that, he took it as a good sign anyway.
Turning to his classmates, Zhou Weiqing cleared his throat and said: "This time, I will likely be going for several months. However, everyone need not worry, I have already looked through all of your requests and data. For those Physical Jewel Masters that require Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, there are still three more days before I leave. During these three days, I will try my best to finish preparing a set of Consolidating Equipment Scrolls for all who require it. After all, to completely finish all the Scrolls, it should take at least a few months, and it should last until I return. Furthermore, the academy will soon send an assistant teacher to our class, he is recommended by me, and is my senior brother. He is a High Level Consolidating Equipment Master, and for those scrolls which I do not manage to complete, he will help you. However, do remember what I said, the most important to all of you now is to cultivate your Heavenly Energy. Consolidating Equipment and Skill Storing will all come in time, and in the future perhaps even Consolidating Equipment Sets. However, your level of Heavenly Energy can only depend on your own hard work."
Ma Qun grinned and shouted out from behind the class: "Boss, do not worry about us, set your minds at ease and go ahead to the Tournament! We aren't at a rush at all. I, for one, am definitely willing to wait for you to make me a Consolidating Equipment Set! Boss, I want a 9-piece set ok! Heh heh!"
Zhou Weiqing laughed as he scolded: "You sure aren't greedy eh. If you have the ability to cultivate to nine Jewels in this four years, I will get you a 9-piece Set!"
Ma Qun immediately revealed a shameless look in his face as he cried out: "Who said that I can't continue following you after graduation! Can't I be your Follower? I believe that Following Boss will be extremely beneficial. My only request is that Boss, you must leave me some hot chicks!"
Hearing his words, the entire class burst out laughing. However, in the midst of laughter, many of their eyes seemed to have something change inside. At least, Ma Qun's words had sparked something within them; after all, jokes aside, his words rang true. Following their Boss Zhou was definitely a good option. However, were they able to become Followers after that?"
These few days, Ma Qun had thought hard about things. The pride in his heart had slowly diminished in front of Zhou Weiqing's massive accomplishments. That wasn't to say that he really idolized Zhou Weiqing so much, but rather he felt that Following Zhou Weiqing was of great benefit to him as well, without much or even any detriment. Not even considering Consolidating Equipment and Skill Storing, it just felt great to be able to do as they felt.
Zhou Weiqing shook his head helplessly and said: "Consolidating Equipment, Skill Storing, that is no problem. However, I can't help on the beautiful ladies front, that'll have to depend on your own skills. Picking up girls is dependant on your own charisma, charm and overall attractiveness. Just take your great monitor for example, so young, handsome, suave and talented, literally incomparable in the world, that's why all the beautiful ladies come flocking right? Heh heh heh heh."
Sitting on the front row, Shangguan Bing'er glared at Zhou Weiqing, but did not say anything. At this sort of time, she wanted to give her man face. However, inside, she changed her decision to let him be more intimate with her.
If Zhou Weiqing knew that his moment of boasting had cost him his long-awaited intimacy with his beloved Shangguan Bing'er, he probably would have slapped himself silly.
"Alright, now that Zhou Weiqing is back, let's begin our class." Ming Hua waved for Zhou Weiqing to take his seat before she started on her lesson.
Zhou Weiqing went back to seat and immediately slumped down onto the table, not even hearing a single word that Ming Hua said. In less than a minute, this rascal had fallen asleep.
After a whole night of not sleeping, he was too exhausted, especially after the debacle in the morning. Furthermore, after thinking about how he had to leave in three days time, and having to continue creating more Consolidating Equipment Scrolls at night, naturally he wanted to recuperate a little before that. As such, he openly chose to fall asleep right in class.
Due to his position at the back of the class, Ming Hua did not realise he was sleeping at first. However, when the snoring sounds came from behind, her expression turned ugly.
Ming Hua looked towards Shangguan Bing'er, who said helplessly: "He did not sleep the whole night, his body probably couldn't take it anymore…"
Ming Hua blushed a deep red before saying softly: "You two must restrain yourselves."
Shangguan Bing'er started a moment, then realised the gazes of the surrounding classmates had turned really strange, before she suddenly realised what Ming Hua meant. She immediately blushed as well, protesting: "Teacher, what are you saying! We.. we didn't… yesterday he went to the Trading Center to buy some materials for Consolidating Equipment Scrolls and ran into something… that's why he didn't sleep."
Zhou Weiqing did not know about Shangguan Bing'er's minor embarrassing incident, and this sleep of his lasted all the way til class ended, and he was awoken by Shangguan Bing'er's "Time for food!"
After the sleep in the morning, he fell back asleep for the afternoon lessons. For someone of Zhou Weiqing's cultivation level, Ming Hua only just warned him not to snore during the other teacher's class. The other classmates also tried their best to cover for him, with the tall Ma Qun switching places with the student in front of Zhou Weiqing, covering him with his large build. As such, Zhou Weiqing remained undisturbed for the rest of the day.
By the time Zhou Weiqing awoke once more, it was the end of the afternoon class. Stretching lazily, he gave a sigh of contentment before leaving together with Shangguan Bing'er.
"Ma Qun, Kou Rui, come here a while." Standing at the entrance of the classroom, Zhou Weiqing called out.
Ma Qun and Kou Rui quickly headed over.
Zhou Weiqing said: "For the next three days, can you and the other members of the dorm squeeze with other members of the class? I have to stay in the academy for the next few days, and I need quiet to complete the Consolidating Equipment Scrolls for the rest of our classmates and need absolute quiet.
Chapter 208: A Seal that cannot be Extinguished (2)
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Ma Qun patted his chest and said: "No problem, it's easy to find a place to stay. Boss, look at me, I'm so loyal, when can you start on my six piece Consolidating Equipment Set?"
Zhou Weiqing glared at him exasperatedly and said: "You concentrate on cultivating first. Come to think of it, actually I have a good plan for you, however I do not have the ability to create that type of Consolidating Equipment Scroll yet. You might need to wait a year at least for that. However, if you can wait that long, a unique six-piece set might not be impossible… and perhaps be much better for you. If you cannot wait, I can start on something else for you."
Without question, when he spoke of this, Zhou Weiqing had thought of Lin TianAo. Ma Qun was of the exact same attributes as Lin TianAo, both being Heavenly Jewel Masters of pure defense. If Ma Qun could follow in Lin TianAo's route of development, this could be of great help to him.
Ma Qun thought for a moment, then said: "Boss, I trust you. I will wait."
Zhou Weiqing laughed heartily and patted him on the shoulder, saying: "Well, perhaps… Just wait for me to return from the Heavenly Jewel Tournament, and I will find you a specialised teacher." Thinking about the time, that should also be around the time Lin TianAo would return from his own business.
Just as Zhou Weiqing was about to head to dinner before returning to his dorm to start creating Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, he was suddenly blocked by the few bald seniors once again.
Ma Qun and Kou Rui revealed a guarded look in their eyes, but Zhou Weiqing just smiled faintly and said: "Senior Zang Lang, I thought it was about time you would look for me. Ma Qun, Kou Rui, you both go ahead to eat first, I'll be fine here."
Zang Lang said: "Zhou Weiqing, let's speak alone."
Zhou Weiqing nodded, and led by Zang Lang, both of them walked to a corner near the stairway.
"So, what are your decisions?" Zhou Weiqing smiled and said.
Zang Lang took a deep breath and looked hard at Zhou Weiqing once more before asking: "Is it really impossible to be the same as your classmates?"
Zhou Weiqing said passively: "I am not running a charity. Furthermore, you should know, every Consolidating Equipment Master has his limits. It is because you are my schoolmates that I am giving you face and not having any extra limitations. After all, each of you have your own values to stick to."
Zang Lang sighed and said: "You're right, there is no free lunch in this world. I have discussed the issue with my classmates. Amongst the forty four of us, including myself, originally only three were willing to become your Follower. However, after your class beat up that noble class, there are now sixteen of us who are willing to become your Followers."
Zhou Weiqing smiled and said: "Have you heard of the Heavenly Jewel Tournament?"
Zang Lang started, not expecting Zhou Weiqing to change the topic so strangely at this point in time. "Yup, of course I have heard of it."
Zhou Weiqing said: "In two days time, I will be representing the Academy to attend the Heavenly Jewel Tournament as a substitute team member, and I will only be back in about three months time. You do not need to rush to give me an answer, you can let your classmates think about it more. When I'm back, that will be their last opportunity. At that time, you can bring all those who wish to Follow me and look for me." He had to leave soon, and did not have the time and energy to get them all to Follow him. After all, there was no rush to complete this, and he could easily wait til he returned.
After hearing that Zhou Weiqing would be attending the Heavenly Jewel Tournament, Zang Lang was taken aback. Originally, he had thought of Zhou Weiqing as merely a relatively strong person, the more important thing about him being his Consolidating Equipment Master status. However, it seemed that he was more than just an ordinary Consolidating Equipment Master… at least, his relation with the Academy was not ordinary! Not only did he get off easy after beating up nobles, he was still able to represent the academy for such a tournament! This was an honour that wasn't easily granted, and was normally only for 4th year seniors!
"I understand. I will let everyone know about this. Have a safe and successful trip." Zang Lang extended a hand towards Zhou Weiqing.
Zhou Weiqing shook his hand, and said: "Train hard. What is a substitute worth. My goal is to try to become a first line team member, and also to bring those fellows from the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy to vie for the top four positions, and enter the Heavenly Jewel Island! Hahahaha." In the midst of laughter, Zhou Weiqing turned and walked off.
Looking at Zhou Weiqing's disappearing back, Zang Lang was suddenly struck by a strange feeling… that this youth before him was not exaggerating. Zhou Weiqing had given him a few more months of time, but Zang Lang knew that if in that time he truly managed to enter the Heavenly Jewel Island, his requirements for Followers would definitely become much higher. By that time, it wasn't a matter whether or not he and his classmates were willing to Follow him, but a matter of whether Zhou Weiqing was whether to accept them.
With a light sigh, he suddenly felt that what Zhou Weiqing said was right. Instead of thinking so much, it was better to concentrate on training and cultivating hard. Personal strength was the most important after all.
After eating his dinner, Zhou Weiqing did not rush back to his dorm, but vaulted across the wall instead, stealthily heading back to his home. His goal was simple, to get Yun Li to head to the Academy as well.
After hearing that it had to do with creating Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, Yun Li naturally did not protest. Both he and Zhou Weiqing had not finished their discussion last night, and he was more than happy to follow him into the Academy. As such, they both headed to the Academy and sneaked in.
Zhou Weiqing quickly explained the current situation to Yun Li, who couldn't help but cry out in surprise: "Are you mad? To create so many Consolidating Equipment Scrolls for so many people… and for free?! What are you up to?"
Zhou Weiqing sighed and said: "I will not hide anything from you. Both myself and Shangguan Bing'er are from the Heavenly Bow Empire. Our empire is small and weak… and the only way to change that is to have large numbers of talents. These commoner classmates of mine can all be called talents. Outstanding talents! Not only are they all Jewel Masters, they also have an outstanding grasp on military skills and tactics. My plan is to find a way to recruit some of them back. As the saying goes, One is obliged to help in return after receiving something, as long as a third of them are willing to Follow me wholeheartedly, my investment will have paid off."
Yun Li shrugged and said: "Well, I'm just your Follower, if you're willing to make that kind of investment, I will do as you say. Since you asked me to stay here, I can just stay here as a teacher. However, I will not be teaching anything, and will be researching on Consolidating Equipment Scrolls still."
Zhou Weiqing laughed and said: "No problems, the reason I asked you to enter the school was mostly to help protect my classmates, and not let them be bullied by the noble students. Come on, let's discuss on the best designs for their Consolidated Equipment."
Yun Li nodded, he was naturally most interested in anything to do with Consolidating Equipment Scrolls.
After much discussions, the fact was proven that indeed Yun Li's experience was a lot greater and more varied than Zhou Weiqing's, especially in terms of design. According to the information provided by the commoner students, analysing and trying to find a most suitable fit for them, the two of them started designing the various scrolls. Their whole night was spent discussing and designing. Zhou Weiqing learned much from Yun Li, especially the experience in using the most basics to complete designs, that was extremely valuable experience. However, at the same time, Yun Li also learnt a lot from Zhou Weiqing, with his various strange and peculiar ideas which seemed to leap around, as well as Zhou Weiqing's sect's unique creation methods. In short, both benefitted greatly from that night's work.
In the next two days, Zhou Weiqing ended up just skipping lessons using the Heavenly Jewel Tournament as an excuse. Besides bringing Yun Li to see Cai Cai once in order to confirm his hiring as an assistant teacher, as well as going out for meals, both he and Ming Li barely rested for four hours per day, and that was usually spent in cultivation. The rest of the time, they were all spent designing and creating Scrolls.
In terms of design, Zhou Weiqing was far from Yun Li. However, when it came to actual creation, even ten of Yun Li was no match for Zhou Weiqing. In a short span of three days, Yun Li had only creating three sets of Mid Level Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, while Zhou Weiqing had already completed twenty seven sets, not only successfully meeting all the current requirements of the commoner students, but with some spare to boot!
Zhou Weiqing left these extra scrolls with Yun Li, for him to use to purchase materials while he was gone.
When Zhou Weiqing entered the commoner class once more, he was almost chased out… as his appearance was almost so different that he couldn't be recognized.
His clothes were all dirty, with many places stained with Consolidating Ink – which was almost impossible to wash out. His hair totally messy, and even with beard and mustache growing out. Furthermore, a person who hadn't bathed for three days, how could he smell good? Although it wasn't at the level of having his socks stick to the walls, it was already quite a sight…
"Little Fatty, are you okay?" Shangguan Bing'er ignored the filth on Zhou Weiqing, as she asked with an aching heart. The others might only notice his clothes and hair, but Shangguan Bing'er could clearly see that in these three days, Zhou Weiqing had lost weight substantially.
Zhou Weiqing grinned and said: "No problem, no problem at all. These few days, I have indeed accomplished much. Don't stare at me like that, isn't it all because of you all. Come come, it's time to give out Scrolls, everyone has their own!" These few days, he had indeed accomplished a lot, and his personal gain was also huge. After the mutual learning with Yun Li, added on to his powerful Time Attribute, Zhou Weiqing could clearly feel that he had improved drastically. His Mid Level Consolidating Equipment Scrolls were almost in some ways equal to High Level Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, especially in terms of Consolidating success rate, improving from the usual 3 in a thousand chance to almost 7-8 in a thousand chance. As soon as he improved a little more, he was very close to breaking through to the High Level Consolidating Equipment Master rank!
Hearing that it was time to distribute Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, a spark grew in all the students' eyes. This time, Zhou Weiqing gave out almost twenty sets of scrolls. Besides the few Elemental Jewel Masters, only Shangguan Bing'er, Yan Zhexi and Ma Qun, the three Heavenly Jewel Masters did not get Scrolls.
Yan Zhexi and Ma Qun did not question them. Both of them had easily guessed that Zhou Weiqing did not give them their scrolls now in order to create stronger ones for them in the future… perhaps even an entire Set!
Ming Hua had arrived midway when Zhou Weiqing was giving out the scrolls. Looking at him grinning away as he gave out the scrolls to the Physical Jewel Master students, Ming Hua suddenly felt a cold fear grip her heart. She could clearly see the fanaticism arise in the students' eyes as they received their Consolidating Equipment Scrolls. It wasn't a fanaticism towards the Scrolls in their hands, but towards Zhou Weiqing, their monitor! After all, they were all commoners! This was the first time that each and everyone of them had their own Consolidating Equipment Scroll. Just like how a girl's first time was most memorable to her, without question, this class monitor Zhou Weiqing had branded a seal in each of his classmate's hearts… an unbreakable seal!
Chapter 209: Fei Li Battle Team (1)
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"When you all are about to Consolidate the Scrolls, I recommend that you should meditate for a few hours and bring yourself to top condition before you do so. You will want to be able to fully focus and concentrate when Consolidating, to feel the every change, flow and movement of your Heavenly Energy. Once you immerse your mind and soul into it, your chances of succeeding will be higher. You must remember, although there are a hundred scrolls in every Mid Level Consolidating Equipment Scroll set, it does not guarantee a hundred percent success. As such, you should treasure every scroll and try to ensure your success. When I return, I hope to see that everyone of you has their first Consolidated Equipment. At the same time, our class will soon have an assistant teacher, as I mentioned before. He is also a Consolidating Equipment Master, and if you all have any questions in this area, you can ask him. That fellow is sleeping right now, and I estimate that he'll probably sleep for two days before he wakes up."
Indeed, Yun Li was now in deep sleep in the dormitory, while Zhou Weiqing was standing here with dark circles around his eyes. After giving out all the Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, he relaxed. With Ming Hua and Yun Li here, along with the protection from the Academy, the commoner students were not likely to suffer any bullying. Furthermore, their fighting spirit had been sparked, and anyone who tried to bully them would have a fight on their hands indeed.
"Bing'er, I'm heading back home to take a bath first. If the Principal sends someone to look for us, just get him to wait a while. Brothers and Sisters, I am heading off first. You all can wait for great news about your Class Monitor's exploits on the field of the Grand Heavenly Jewel Master Tournament! Hahaha!" As he said that, Zhou Weiqing ran off quickly.
This time, Zhou Weiqing did not even bother leaping across the walls. With his current look, most people who weren't familiar with him would not be able to recognize him.
Quickly rushing home, he took a cold bath before changing into a set of clean clothes. However, this time, he did not wear his school uniform. After that, he headed back to the academy, vaulting over the wall once more. These few days, the Little White Tiger Fat Cat had always been together with him, and was currently sleeping in his bosom.
As they leaving today, Shangguan Bing'er also brought Da Huang and Er Huang together.
Perhaps it was because of constant exposure to Little Fat Cat, these two large fellows also loved sleeping. Each time they slept, it was almost for several days, and because they ate so much, they grew extremely quickly.
By the time Zhou Weiqing returned to the Academy, he saw Shangguan Bing'er and Ye Paopao waiting t the front gate. Beside them stood the Dean of Students, Dean Xiao. Ye Paopao was still dressed in his school uniform, and was not carrying bag, clearly equipped with a Spatial Item. Zhou Weiqing had heard from Kou Rui that Ye Paopao was actually the eldest grandson of the Prime Minister of the Fei Li Empire. He was considered and being groomed to be the successor of the Ye Family, and was definitely the most promising and outstanding amongst the youths of the Ye Family. This was also one of the reasons why he had such a status in the Fei Li Military Academy.
By now, it had just entered the autumn season; although it was still relatively hot, it was already starting to cool down. At such an early hour of the morning, the air was clear and fresh, especially with the close proximity to the Fei Li Lake, causing the air to be damp and cooling, giving them a refreshing feeling.
"Dean Xiao, good morning." Zhou Weiqing went forward and bowed to Xiao Shi.
Xiao Shi smiled faintly and said: "This time, the three of you will be representing our academy to attend the Heavenly Jewel Tournament. Although you are only substitutes, you are still representing our academy, and more importantly, representing the entire Fei Li Empire. All of you are intelligent young kids, so I will not emphasize any further. Amongst the three of you, Ye Paopao is the eldest, so he will be your leader during this period. At the same time, you all must maintain good relations with the members of the main team from the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy; do not clash with them and try to coordinate well with them."
The three of them exchanged glances, before nodding to Xiao Shi, who then took out a card and handed it to Ye Paopao. "He is two thousand gold coins, meant for emergency funds for during your three months. It isn't much, but it's just a token from the Academy. The team uniform will be given out at the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy later. Alright, that's it, let's head out."
The Heavenly Jewel Master Academy was very close to the Fei Li Military Academy, barely a few walls apart. Although the entire student population of the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy barely numbered more than a hundred, the size of their academy was no smaller than the Fei Li Military Academy. Heavenly Jewel Masters were after all considered the cream of the crop amongst Jewel Masters, and not only did their Academy not have any school fees, their students actually received some form of pocket money. Some especially talented and outstanding students actually got their Consolidating Equipment and Skill Storing paid for and handled by the academy. Even the living accommodations of the dorms were much better, with each student have their own large personal room, unlike the shared living accommodations of the Fei Li Military Academy.
After Xiao Shi led the three of them over to the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, they saw a teacher standing outside the gate waiting for them.
The waiting teacher looked to be about forty years of age, a stable solid countenance with a dependable air about him. When he spotted Xiao Shi, he headed forward with a big smile on his face; at the same time, his gaze swept across the three young students.
Although he did not particularly reveal his aura of power, but when his gaze swept past them, Zhou Weiqing and the others could feel a sense of pressure, proving how powerful that teacher was.
"Dean Xiao, good to see you, we have troubled you to escort your students over." The teacher said politely to Xiao Shi.
Xiao Shi laughed and said: "No problems at all, that is my duty. This has to do with our Empire's reputation and honour after all, and it is also both our academy's honour. The Principal asked me to bring these kids over, I will have to trouble Teacher Li to take good care of them."
Zhou Weiqing had been looking at this Teacher Li all this time, and he noticed a flash of disdain spark in his eyes when Xiao Shi spoke about the honour of both academies. Clearly, he did not think much about them.
Teacher Li said: "Dean Xiao is too courteous. I shall go ahead and bring them in then. This Tournament, our team is being led by our top student. He actually attended the previous round of the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, and we have much confidence in him and his leadership, and we will not be sending a teacher along."
When Xiao Shi heard that, he couldn't help but exclaim in shock: "To have a student lead the team without an accompanying teacher? Isn't that too careless?"
A flash of pride appeared in Teacher Li's eyes, as he said: "Our top student has been praised many times by our Principal, and more importantly, his power is probably no lesser than mine. After this Heavenly Jewel Tournament, he will also graduate. Perhaps, this round, under his leadership, it might be time for our Empire to shine, perhaps even with the possibility of entering the top four."
Xiao Shi couldn't help but feel surprised. After all, he knew that this Teacher Li was one of the top powerhouses amongst the six-Jeweled High Level Zun Stage Heavenly Jewel Masters, although he had not reached the Zong Stage yet. Even so, for him to praise a student like that, it could be seen how outstanding that student was.
As such, Xiao Shi smiled and said without a change of expression: "If that is true, we are lucky to benefit from association. Teacher Li, I will take my leave now then."
That Teacher Li bowed slightly in return, watching Xiao Shi leave, his smile also vanishing at the same time as he nodded towards Zhou Weiqing and the rest and said: "Come, follow me." After saying that, he turned around and left.
Ye Paopao's faint voice sounded in Zhou Weiqing's ear: "Little bro, do not feel out of sorts from that. The Heavenly Jewel Master Academy has always been like that, but they can back that attitude with their power. It can be said that most of the powerhouses in our Fei Li Empire has come from that Academy."
Zhou Weiqing nodded slightly. Confidence comes from Power, that was a principle he could understand.
Teacher Li did not even turn his head around once as he led the three of them deeper into the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy. The main building of the academy was not as huge as the Fei Li Military Academy's, but their fields and sports grounds were much larger, being divided into several sections, though they could not tell what each section was for yet.
The Teacher Li led them forward all the way to the center of the field before finally stopping and saying: "The three of you, wait here. The main team members will soon join you here before you all set of. Remember, your actions represent our Fei Li Empire's honour, you do not need to fight any battles, but you all better be careful with your mouths and actions, and do not cause any trouble or impede the main team. Otherwise, even if you aren't from our academy, we will still punish you severely when you return. Understand?"
A sharp, forceful gaze shot forth from Teacher Li's eyes, and an invisible pressure seemed to tighten around Zhou Weiqing and the rest of them. Ye Paopao quickly said: "We understand."
On hearing that, Teacher Li finally left, expressionless.
After he had left, Ye Paopao said rather helplessly: "The are indeed from the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, full of pride and arrogance. Weiqing, what do you think of that Teacher Li's cultivation level?"
Zhou Weiqing's face was peaceful. After all, he was used to such gazes from a young age, being looked down upon was something he could easily ignore.
With a smile on his face, he said: "That Teacher Li's cultivation level should be very high. My estimate is that he is at least at the five, probably six-Jeweled level."
Ye Paopao nodded and said: "I've heard that the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy's recruitment is extremely stringent. Not only do the students' cultivation level have to be at least of the two-Jeweled stage, they must also go through a series of extremely strict tests. If their Stored Skills or Consolidated Equipments are trash, they may be rejected from the academy. As for teachers who are actually able to be hired here, the minimum requirement is at least five-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Masters. It can be said that the academy only has the elites among all elites. Our Academy produces the most generals, while this place is the birthplace of many a power house. Luckily, we are complementary and not competing, otherwise, their attitudes towards us might be even worse. Earlier, that Teacher Li said that this time the leader will be the top student of their Academy… Could it be him?"
"Him? Who is him?" Zhou Weiqing asked curiously.
Ye Paopao paused, and said: "I've heard that there is this young talent from the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy. In the past, when he entered, he was already at a three-Jeweled cultivation level at such a young age, and after the first year, he actually broke through to the four-Jeweled level. By now… he is probably at least five-Jeweled, otherwise that Teacher Li wouldn't say he could fight with him. This top student usually keeps a very low profile, and although I have tried to investigate more about him, I have not been able to find anything out. The Heavenly Jewel Master Academy has definitely protected him and his secrets well. In fact, after my father found out about my investigations, he gave me a huge scolding. It looks like today we will finally be able to meet this legendary person."
Just as he finished speaking, five people walked out of the main building, heading towards them.
Chapter 210: Fei Li Battle Team (2)
Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations
The five of them were all dressed in a dark green, tight fitting outfit. Amongst them, the one right in the middle, ahead of the pack, had a gold lining around his clothes, while the others had a silver lining embroidered around. Around their left chest, there was a small gold symbol of the Cross Sword, about the size of an egg, and the entire attire gave them a valiant, inspiring look.
Among the five, the most eye-catching one was the person right on the left. That person was almost two metres tall, wide shoulders and solid looking, with a pair of huge hands that was just so striking. The crux of the matter was that this huge person was actually a girl, the only girl among the five!
If we were to talk about looks, this female student was definitely not ugly. In fact, the opposite was true. She had a pair of large eyes, and a soft, gentle well rounded face, with well defined and good looking features. However, when you took into account her immense body, that was rather shocking. That figure could not be called voluptuous, perhaps the word explosive would do it justice.
Without question, this female student was the one which drew the most attention, however Zhou Weiqing and Shangguan Bing'er's gaze did not stay on her for long before they turned their gaze away, instantly landing on the leading person right in the middle. That was because, this was a person they actually recognized! It was Lin TianAo, the Five-Jeweled Ultimate Defense Heavenly Jewel Master with the five-Jeweled Assembly Set Consolidated Equipment who had bet with Zhou Weiqing and Yun Li… and lost!
"Why is it him?" Shangguan Bing'er couldn't help but cry out in surprise.
Zhou Weiqing quickly turned to her, motioning to her, and she immediately calmed down, keeping quiet.
Ye Paopao looked at them curiously and said: "You recognize them? These five should be the main members of the our empire's Heavenly Jewel Tournament battle team."
Zhou Weiqing said: "I have seen the one in the middle once before, could it be he is the leader of the team?"
By now, Lin TianAo had led the other four and walked to them. Zhou Weiqing and Shangguan Bing'er had recognized him, and he had naturally also recognized them, and was currently staring a little dazedly at them. As both sides got closer, out of the other four members, only the female student looked at them interestedly, while the other three just looked bored and uncaring.
As Lin TianAo stopped, Ye Paopao headed in front to greet him. "Hello, my name is Ye Paopao. The three of us are the representatives from the Fei Li Military Academy and will be joining you in attending the Heavenly Jewel Tournament. Please do take care of us."
Lin TianAo nodded and extended his right hand to Ye Paopao as he said: "Welcome."
Zhou Weiqing grinned at him and said: "The Heavenly Jewel Tournament is the thing you mentioned you had to handle for three months?"
Lin TianAo nodded and said: "You are actually a student of the Fei Li Military Academy?"
Zhou Weiqing smiled and said: "Indeed, I'm the monitor of commoner class one, Zhou Weiqing. Hello everyone."
Lin TianAo's mouth twitched a little as he thought to himself – Not only is he from the Fei Li Military Academy, but only Year One? With that talent and cultivation level, why didn't he join the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy instead! Alas, no matter what, a loss was a loss, and he could do nothing about it.
Another huge, well built student standing next to Lin TianAo said curiously: "Leader, you know him?"
Lin TianAo nodded, and was about to open his mouth, but Zhou Weiqing quickly said: "I was lucky to meet Leader Lin briefly a few days back in the Trade Center." As he said that, he quickly gave Lin TianAo a subtle signal.
Although Lin TianAo did not know why Zhou Weiqing wanted to keep their connection hidden, he was more than happy to comply. After all, this Heavenly Jewel Tournament was extremely important to him, and he did not want anything to possibly affect it adversely.
Giving Zhou Weiqing a deep meaningful look, Lin TianAo said: "Let me introduce everyone." As he said that, he pointed to the 'large beauty', and said: "This is Crow, 21 years old, and also our only first year student in the team. She has only joined our academy this year, and has an extremely powerful Strength Attribute. Upper level Shi Heavenly Jewel Master, 3-Jewels."
Crow? For a girl to have such a name, Zhou Weiqing was rather surprised. Although he loved beauties, with her sheer size, she just wasn't his type.
Crow smiled and said: "Hello everyone." Her voice was deeper than most girls, but had a unique quality about it.
Next, Lin TianAo pointed to the person standing beside Crow, a skinny youth who had such a huge contrast in stature with her, only 1.5 metres tall. "We all call him Little Four, you can all call him that too. Lower Level Zun Stage Heavenly Jewel Master, Four-Jewels."
Little Four did not say anything, just grinning as he swept his gaze across the three of them, and instantly all three of them felt a chill, as if having been locked on by a venomous snake.
Lin TianAo then pointed to the large fellow who had asked him the question earlier. "This is Ah Bao, we all call him Drunken Bao. Besides an over- strong love for his beers, he doesn't have any other flaws. Mid Level Zun stage Heavenly Jewel Master, Five-Jewels."
Next was the last student, who did not have any particularly outstanding features, with an ordinary face, ordinary stature. His eyes seemed emotionless, and he stood there like a wooden block. "Xiao Yan 1, Mid Level Zun stage Heavenly Jewel Master, Five-Jewels."
Finally, he gave a self introduction. "My name is Lin TianAo, and I'll be the team leader for this Tournament's Fei Li Battle Team."
Zhou Weiqing listened to his introduction quietly, at the same time observing the five in front of him. He found that besides Lin TianAo, the person who gave him the most dangerous feeling was the one called Xiao Yan. Although he seemed emotionless, he gave Zhou Weiqing a feeling like he was melded with the surroundings. Such a person might seem very normal, but was usually one of the most dangerous sorts.
Lin TianAo narrowed his eyes, a brilliant light shooting forth from them as he said solemnly: "Without any exaggeration, it can be said that this is possibly the strongest battle team ever fielded by our Academy. Our goal is simple, to enter the top four."
If previously Zhou Weiqing and Ye Paopao had some thoughts regarding the competency of the main team members, after seeing the five and listening to Lin TianAo's introductions, they knew that these five were definitely extraordinary. There wasn't much else to say about the five-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Masters, for someone of less than thirty years of age to reach such a cultivation level, that just showed their power and talent! As for that Four-Jeweled Little Four, just from his stature, he was probably an agility or speed type with an extremely talent in that area. As for Crow, being able to represent the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy at just a Three-Jeweled cultivation level, she must have something special to offer as well.
As the leader of the Fei Li Military Academy team members, Ye Paopao quickly said: "Hello everyone, we are pleased to meet you all. We're from the Fei Li Military Academy, and I'll do a quick introduction as well. This is Zhou Weiqing, High Level Shi Heavenly Jewel Master, three Jewels. This is Shangguan Bing'er… uhh… Lady Bing'er, I'm afraid I do not know what your cultivation level is?"
Shangguan Bing'er smiled and said: "I also have three-Jewels, High Level Shi Heavenly Jewel Master."
Ye Paopao nodded and said: "As for myself, I'm Ye Paopao, four-Jewels, Lower Level Zun Stage Heavenly Jewel Master. For the next three months, we will be following you all to attend the Heavenly Jewel Tournament, please do take care of us."
The skinny student called Little Four twisted his mouth in scorn and said: "Do not need to speak such pretty words, you all are just substitutes, mostly here to watch the fights, and not to join in. Know your own positions, and do not cause trouble for us."
A cold light entered Ye Paopao's eyes as his gaze hardened. He was after all the leader of the noble students, and was also the grandson of the Prime Minister of the Fei Li Empire, and he had never been looked down upon like that before. He had already been extremely polite and patient, but Little Four's words were extremely provoking. If he continued holding back, he wouldn't be Ye Paopao, the future leader of the Ye Family.
"We know our own positions well enough, and we're not here to try to fight with you or snatch any glory. However, do remember, we are also here to represent the Fei Li Military Empire. Perhaps our fighting capabilities might not be as strong as you all, but as a soldier, if you continue insulting us, then we will be mortal enemies."
Ye Paopao said the last few words resolutely, in a steely tone, as the aura of a noble used to being in charge extended out.
This was also the first time that Zhou Weiqing had seen Ye Paopao like that, and he nodded inwardly to himself. This Ye Paopao was indeed not to be trifled with, just that pressure from his aura alone, that was not something any ordinary person could withstand.
Little Four's expression changed. "Hmph, mortal enemies, I'd like to see…" Just as he said, he was interrupted by Lin TianAo's severe glare.
Lin TianAo said solemnly: "No matter main team or substitute, from this moment onwards, we are now teammates and companions. We need to work together to reach our goal, and I will definitely not allow any infighting to cause any problems for us."
Little Four glanced at Ye Paopao once more, his eyes full of cold disdain.
Right at that moment, Zhou Weiqing suddenly spoke out lazily. Yawning, he walked over to Ye Paopao's side. At that point, his appearance was nothing to be praised about. Although he had washed up and changed to a fresh set of clothing, there was no hiding the gaunt look and dark circles around his eyes. He had not slept for the last few days, and his spirit and energy was extremely low.
"Leader Lin, before leaving, I have a question to ask you." Zhou Weiqing stretched lazily as he turned to Lin TianAo and asked.
Lin TianAo's gaze turned to him. After losing to Zhou Weiqing, he had been in a rather bad mood the last few days, but could do nothing about it. After all, he already had the seal, and there was no way of breaking it. Attending this Heavenly Jewel Tournament could be said to be his last wish before joining Zhou Weiqing and keeping his promise, who knew he would meet this rascal here again. Towards Zhou Weiqing's scheming, he was rather afraid, especially afraid he would ruin their Tournament chances this time. Hearing his words, he immediately asked solemnly: "What question?"
Zhou Weiqing grinned and said: "I just wanted to ask, is the determining of main team members and substitute members a matter of power and strength? If a main team member is weaker than the substitute… should there be a swap of positions?"
Chapter 211: Fei Li Battle Team (3)
Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations
Lin TianAo started, looking at Zhou Weiqing searchingly, a hint of hesitation in his eyes. Amongst all the people in the field, perhaps anyone else might underestimate Zhou Weiqing, but he was the last person who would. Although in terms of overall power Lin TianAo was higher than Zhou Weiqing, and he knew Zhou Weiqing would not be able to beat him. However, Lin TianAo was very clear that it was also because it was his ultimate defense just happened to be very effective against Zhou Weiqing. It could be said that they coincidentally were able to counter Zhou Weiqing's powerful attacks and myriad of abilities. If not for that, facing Zhou Weiqing's powerful attacks, strong control skills, and various capabilities, any normal Five-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Master might not be able to defeat this fellow. If Zhou Weiqing were also at the five-Jeweled cultivation level, Lin TianAo knew that he would no longer have the confidence in beating him, and even forcing a draw would be difficult. As his mind raced and he thought up to this point, he suddenly realised that perhaps Zhou Weiqing joining might not be such a bad thing after all. With his various abilities completing his own, that would be extremely great for their entire team.
"Little brat, you're just at the three-Jeweled cultivation level, and you even dare dream of trying to contend for a main team position? What a joke!" Before Lin TianAo could even open his mouth, Little Four had already spoken out mockingly.
Ye Paopao did not try to stop Zhou Weiqing, instead looking coldly from the side. His understanding of Zhou Weiqing was also from hearsay, and he had not personally witnessed Zhou Weiqing's power. Since he was willing to come forward, Ye Paopao was naturally happy to watch, especially since he was pretty angered by their attitudes as well.
Zhou Weiqing looked towards Little Four and gave him a big grin: "Does that mean, the spots are up for contention? How about you then, shall we try it? This place is large enough. If you lose, then we'll swap our main team and substitute positions, how about that?"
As soon as Zhou Weiqing said that, Little Four laughed, and even the large fellow whom Lin TianAo had called Drunken Bao, as well as Crow, both laughed as well. Both of them knew Little Four's strength, furthermore it was a three-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Master fighting a four-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Master… in their eyes Zhou Weiqing was just being foolishly overconfident. However, Xiao Yan still remained impassive, while Lin TianAo furrowed his brow.
With a quick flash, Little Four appeared in front of Zhou Weiqing, barely one chi from him as he said: "Little brat, if I lose, I will let you have my main team position. What about if you lose?"
Zhou Weiqing smiled and said: "If I lose, I will give you a set of Consolidating Equipment Scrolls created by a Consolidating Equipment Grandmaster, how about that?" As he said that, he lifted his hand to his Spatial Necklace, and a wooden box appeared in his hands.
Opening his box to reveal the Consolidating Equipment Scrolls within, Zhou Weiqing said: "This is a set of ninety nine Grandmaster Consolidating Equipment Scrolls, called the Overlord Bow. It is created for Strength Type Heavenly Jewel Masters, and although it is lacking one piece, the success rate is already very close to a hundred percent. Such a Consolidated Equipment which comes already with a socket is extremely rare, and I do not need to speak more about the value right."
Nobody had expected that Zhou Weiqing would place such a huge bet for just the place in the main team, especially since it was just a chance at it, and in their eyes, an extremely low chance. After all, such a set of Grandmaster Consolidating Equipment Scrolls was at least five hundred thousand gold coins in the market, or perhaps even higher.
Little Four turned to look at Lin TianAo, an inquiring look in his eyes. Although Zhou Weiqing's Overlord Bow was no use to him personally, such a set could be very valuable, either selling for gold, or more importantly, being used to change for a set of Scrolls that he could use. As such, as soon as Zhou Weiqing took it out, his eyes glowed with joy. However, he highly respected Lin TianAo and did not directly agree.
Although Lin TianAo did not understand why Zhou Weiqing want to do this, he could guess. Firstly, to gain status, and next was to become a main team member, and be able to actually join battles. Seeing Zhou Weiqing's resolute gaze, as his Follower, what else could he do!
"Since this Little Bro Zhou wants to have a fight, then you two can battle it out. Do not go all out, restrain yourselves. The bet will be as you both discussed."
As Lin TianAo said that, Little Four's face brightened. In his eyes, the three-Jeweled Zhou Weiqing was just like an ant. For him to be able to represent the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy for such an important tournament, he had gone through many trials and tribulations, and fought his way through nearly all the other four-Jeweled power houses in order to get this spot. Little Four had the confidence that even if he were to face any ordinary five-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Master, he would still be able to hold his own… let alone a three-Jeweled opponent.
Drunken Bao said leisurely: "I bet… ten moves. Who'll take it?"
Xiao Yan glanced at him, and said passively: "Eight moves."
Crow pursed her lips and said: "Seniors, you have too little confidence in Little Four. I think five moves is more than enough."
Hearing the three of them, Ye Paopao's expression changed. These fellows truly looked down upon them… without question, they were betting on how many moves it would take for Little Four to beat Zhou Weiqing.
"I'll bet with you all." In that moment, a clear, enchanting voice rang out as Shangguan Bing'er stepped forth with an icy look on her face. Although she was usually gentle and kind, she could not back down when someone tried to bully her Little Fatty.
Zhou Weiqing watched on silently with his eyes narrowed, not at all worried, while Little Four gave a cold smirk.
No matter who it was, looking at Shangguan Bing'er would definitely give a feeling of causing their eyes to brighten. Earlier, for the few of them besides Crow, most of their attention had been on Shangguan Bing'er. Perhaps there was a hint of wanting to show off to her when they had provoked Ye Paopao and Zhou Weiqing. Seeing Shangguan Bing'er step forward, the few of them couldn't help but grin.
Drunken Bao grinned and said: "Beauty, how are you going to bet with us? Why are you so protective towards this little brat, he couldn't possibly be your boyfriend right?"
Shangguan Bing'er's gaze did not waver as she said: "He is my fiance."
As soon as she said that, everyone at the other side started. From appearance alone, it was without question that Zhou Weiqing was definitely not a good match for Shangguan Bing'er, and they had never expected such an answer.
Zhou Weiqing felt a great sense of satisfaction as a smug look appeared on his face. This was the first time that Shangguan Bing'er had actually voiced such a thing out in public.
"Ahhh, it's really a beautiful fresh flower stuck in the you-know-what.1" Drunken Bao said regretfully. Xiao Yan did not open his mouth, but the look in his eyes seemed rather weird. As for Crow, she looked rather puzzled, looking towards Zhou Weiqing and Shangguan Bing'er, as if examining how it could be possible between the two.
Shangguan Bing'er's voice was even colder, as if not having heard Drunken Bao's words. "Three moves. I bet that in three moves, Little Fatty can beat your Little Four. However, my bet is really huge… do you all dare to accept the bet?"
As soon as she said that, Drunken Bao and the others started. Although it seemed to them as if Shangguan Bing'er was talking nonsense, she definitely had an imposing air about her as she spoke, that confidence in her causing them to waver a little.
Xiao Yan opened his mouth at last: "What do you want to bet?" His voice was deep and low, with a rather stunning feel.
Shangguan Bing'er continued coldly: "If he does not beat Little Four in three moves, both of us will be willing to become your Lifetime Followers, with a lifetime Seal, and vice versa for the terms of the bet. Who is willing to accept the bet?"
Hearing Shangguan Bing'er's words, both Zhou Weiqing and Lin TianAo almost rolled their eyes. Zhou Weiqing had never expected that Shangguan Bing'er would actually learn from his actions just a few days ago.
As for Lin TianAo, his thoughts were much more complicated. At first, he had felt that this beautiful girl who was always following Zhou Weiqing around was a gentle, innocent and naive girl, but now he felt that it was indeed true that 'he that lies down with dogs must rise up with fleas'2 They were using this same move again, and so righteously as well; her level was definitely higher than Zhou Weiqing's! He did not feel like Shangguan Bing'er was taking any risk at all. After all, just a few days ago, didn't the exact same thing happen to him when he thought he had a certain victory in his bag? Alas, the final result was clear. This husband and wife pair definitely wouldn't do anything they didn't have a firm grasp of. Lin TianAo was extremely clear about Little Four's abilities, and although he was very powerful, he was still far from reaching Lin TianAo himself. If he himself could be tricked by Zhou Weiqing, how could Little Four possibly win?
Of course, Lin TianAo did not attempt to remind his brother in arms. Not because he was an indifferent or uncaring person, but because he was already Zhou Weiqing's Follower. No matter what, he had to put Zhou Weiqing's gain at the forefront. To put it bluntly, he was no longer the Lin TianAo of the past, but the new him has a master now.
"I will bet with you!" Before anyone else could open their mouths, Little Four had ran over urgently and yelled out. He had never expected that anyone would look down on him so much, let alone such a beauty. Three moves? She had actually said that little brat of only three-Jewels would take three moves to handle him? That was definitely an ultimate insult, and he could never stand for that!
Looking at Shangguan Bing'er, Little Four said: "If I win, I don't need that little brat, I just want you as my Follower."
"Hey, wait a minute! Little Four, you can't do that. I was the one who came up with the bet first, if you get the beauty, why should I bother betting? Who wants that little brat!" Drunken Bao said with a dissatisfied look on his face. However, at that point, Ye Paopao and Zhou Weiqing who had been observing coldly at the side realised that both Crow and Xiao Yan were now keeping quiet, with nary a hint that they would join in.
Shangguan Bing'er said passively: "Without considering the result of this battle, Little Fatty is a Mid Level Consolidating Equipment Master. Even though your cultivation levels might be higher than him, in the Jewel Master world, your status' are far from his."
Hearing the words Mid Level Consolidating Equipment Master, Drunken Bao's eyes brightened. Everything else aside, this little brat was even younger than himself. Reaching such a Consolidating Equipment Master rank at such a young age, what would he be in the future? Perhaps even a Grandmaster Consolidating Equipment Master or better!
If he could get such a Follower, that would be an immense gain!
Lin TianAo sighed inwardly. He knew that at this moment, both Drunken Bao and Little Four had fallen into the trap. Just like he himself had been a few days ago, they were only looking at their possible gains, and not the hidden danger behind this enticing bet.
Chapter 212: My luck is just too good? (1)
Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations
"I'll bet, I'll bet! We can discuss how we split the gains later, let's place the bet first." Drunken Bao said hurriedly, unable to hold himself back. Such an amazing beauty like Shangguan Bing'er, and a Heavenly Jewel Master to boot, and a Mid Level Consolidating Equipment Master like Zhou Weiqing… in his and Little Four's eyes, this was an amazing win for them! Furthermore, with Little Four taking part in the bet, he was definitely confident that Little Four would not go easy, and this was a definitely win. Under such a mindset, he did not hesitate a bit, and agreed to the bet.
By now, Ye Paopao had noticed something, but he did not say anything. Although Little Four and Drunken Bao were more powerful than him, in terms of experience and worldly knowledge, they were far from being able to match him. Ye Paopao clearly knew that with great gains, also came great risk. As such, no matter which side would win the bet, he would stay clear of it. In his heart, he could sense that Shangguan Bing'er and Zhou Weiqing had something up their sleeves. Perhaps it could have been argued that Shangguan Bing'er was just being impulsive, but since Zhou Weiqing did not stop her, that in itself spoke volumes. However, despite that, Ye Paopao did not join in the bet. After all, the terms of the bet was Lifetime Following, how could he possibly do such a thing, unless he had gone crazy! As such, he just watched on from the side. After all, no matter who won the bet, it wouldn't affect him in any way.
Xiao Yan looked to Drunken Bao and said solemnly: "Think twice before you act."
Alas, by now Ah Bao could not possibly imagine them losing the bet, and he just laughed heartily and said: "I believe in Little Four. Little Four, it's just three moves right, even if you can't beat him, you can easily run away."
Little Four said angrily: "Run away? Do you really think he can beat me? Hmph, they're just trying to trick us into being afraid, if I fall for their trick, how can I hold my head up in the future? Boss, come and be the judge, if the bet ends and they try to break their word, you have to intervene."
Lin TianAo furrowed his brow and said: "Are you all sure of this?"
Little Four and Drunken Bao nodded without any hesitation, and Lin TianAo turned to look at Zhou Weiqing, a questioning look in his eyes.
Zhou Weiqing smiled and said: "Since my wife has requested for the bet, how can I refuse it? Come on then." He was the only one who knew why Shangguan Bing'er had so much confidence in him.
Lin TianAo said solemnly: "In that case, both of you make a vow to your Personal Power Jewels, so no one can break their word after the competition."
As such, the four of them did as suggested, taking the oath on their Power Jewels. It could be said that both sides were extremely confident in themselves, and at this moment there was no backing down.
Currently, the entire field of the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy was extremely quiet, and the others had backed to the side. As the judge, Lin TianAo stood close to them, not just as the arbiter of the fight, but also ready to jump in to prevent any real injuries.
If it were any normal circumstance, as the team leader, Lin TianAo would never allow such infighting to happen. However, now, as Zhou Weiqing's Lifetime Follower, he would not stop something that Zhou Weiqing really wanted to do.
Zhou Weiqing and Little Four stood about twenty yards apart, while Lin TianAo stood at the side, in between them. By this time, both Zhou Weiqing and Little Four had released their Heavenly Jewels, though both had their sleeves covering their Elemental Jewels, not allowing their opponent to see their Attributes.
Lin TianAo said solemnly: "Are you both ready?", to which both nodded in confirmation.
Lin TianAo then shouted out: "Very well, then Begin!"
As soon as the shout rang out, Little Four shouted out loud: "Incoming!" A powerful and intense aura erupted from him, as a strong ripple of Heavenly Energy burst forth in a thick white light. His body instantly bounded up, as if he were a jumping flea leaping forth in an amazing feat. However, to everyone's surprise, this Little Four who seemed to hate Zhou Weiqing so much and want to beat him up actually leapt backwards. Two green lights shone forth, consolidating into two gold wings around his back as he jumped, and as they flapped swiftly, they brought him backward into the air.
"Damn, that's so shameless!" Even with Ye Paopao's steady character, he couldn't help but cry out at that. As for Drunken Bao who was standing beside him, he smirked coldly. "Taking care of Little Four in three moves? Even our Boss cannot handle that. Little Four's greatest strength is ability to dodge, and he is also the only one amongst us who has the ability to fly temporarily. With him in midair, I'd like to see how a three-Jeweled little brat like you can win in three moves."
Ye Paopao turned to look towards Shangguan Bing'er, but he was surprised to see that she did not look worried at all, instead with a faint, confident smile on her face.
Little Four's pair of wings was not a single Consolidated Equipment piece, but two, and was a very rare type of set. The only use it has was to let him fly in the air when infused with Heavenly Energy, as well as a long time of training. The wings would not just allow him to fly, but also perform agile evasive maneuvers in mid air, as well as acceleration, and he was able to use it in tandem with his other abilities, forming a unique fighting style of his own. However, at this moment, he did not even think of fighting Zhou Weiqing directly.
Although previously it seemed that Little Four and Drunken Bao were very rash and impulsive, jumping into the bet like that, but in truth, these two fellows were actually very shrewd. Three moves? No matter what special abilities you have, as long as I do not keep in contact with you, how can you possibly beat me in three moves? That was their thought process indeed. As such, as soon as the fight started, Little Four made use of his Dragonstone Jade Physical Jewel's speed advantage to jump away. Along with his wings, he instantaneously widened the gap between them to almost fifty yards, a distance that even most Elemental Jewel Skills would not be able to reach.
When Little Four leapt backwards, Zhou Weiqing was actually caught by surprise. However, when he saw Little Four soar into the air, he laughed. He did not seem urgent at all, as he coolly lifted his right hand. At the same time, the judge of the match, Lin TianAo, closed his eyes. The instant that Little Four jumped up and flew into the air, Lin TianAo knew that the winner had been determined. If Little Four had chosen to charge forward and fight head-on, he might actually have some chance to win the bet. However, in chosing to dodge, he had fallen right into Zhou Weiqing's hands. After all, he was an archer! No matter how fast Little Four flew, in such a short period of time he would never be able to fly out of Zhou Weiqing's shooting range. Furthermore, Zhou Weiqing's Consolidated Equipment Bow still had two sockets!
As the icy mist gathered and the Overlord Bow appeared in Zhou Weiqing's hands, the smile on Drunken Bao's face slowly vanished. Both he and Little Four had estimated various possibilities of Zhou Weiqing's powers, but they had overlooked the possibility that he would be an archer.
Bow drawn to the max, Zhou Weiqing's gaze fixated on the airborne Little Four. At the same time, Little Four also spotted the bow in his hands, and fear gripped his heart. However, he was still a powerhouse in the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, no matter what circumstances he faced, he did not panic. So what if he was an archer, he just had to avoid three arrows, and he would still be able to get the victory.
A loud shrill sound rang out as the arrow shot into sky like a bolt of lightning, and the onlookers could only see the air distort and warp slightly, as the arrow shot from the Overlord Bow reached Little Four.
Although Little Four had already flown quite a distance in that short period of time, but it was definitely not yet a hundred yards yet. At such a close distance, trying to dodge the arrows from the Overlord Bow was not something easy!
However, at that moment, Little Four proved to the audience that even if something is difficult, it isn't impossible. In a flash of silver light, his body actually disappeared.
Ye Paopao and Shangguan Bing'er both cried out in surprise: "Blink!"
Right up to that point, this was the first time that Little Four had revealed his Elemental Jewel. Indeed, his Elemental Jewel was not the Wind Attribute like Zhou Weiqing and Shangguan Bing'er had guessed, but was the Spatial Attribute! When Zhou Weiqing lifted the Overlord Bow, he had started making preparations, and without a moment of hesitation, he managed to dodge the first arrow.
That single blink brought him ten yards away; clearly Little Four's Blink Skill had a greater effect than Zhou Weiqing's, due to his Four-Jeweled cultivation level.
At that point, Little Four was gloating in his heart. Three moves? Even if it's thirty moves, I still will not lose! Not only do I have Blink, I have other more powerful Spatial Attack moves. Hmph. No matter how fast or powerful your arrows are, I will not lose to you. Three-Jeweled vs Four-Jeweled, this is just the difference in power!
Alas, just as he was basking in his own praise, the audience below were suddenly shocked. The reason was because they could clearly see Zhou Weiqing's arrow suddenly stop in midair, and it actually stopped right at where Little Four had been earlier, as if the arrow was meant to stop as soon as it hit him.
Only Shangguan Bing'er was clear that this was a type of archery technique, to control the distance of the shot arrow, and it was a skill that both of them were able to pull off easily.
In the next moment, what truly caused them to be surprised was the twelve black lights that shone forth like tentacles, each almost thirty-five yards long. At that point, Little Four had that gloating grin on his face, and the next instant the grin froze awkwardly as a black tentacle wrapped around his entire body and wings.
That was not the only thing. As the black tentacles were released, there was also the sound of lightning crackling, and all of the sudden, the entire area in a hundred yard diameter was lit up in a shocking blue light.
Chapter 213: My luck is just too good? (2)
Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations
As the blue bolts of lightning crackled and twisted like snakes, causing a series of explosions in the sky. Due to his confidence in his Blink Skill, Little Four did not manage to react in time, and his entire body was enveloped in the blue lights right after being wrapped by the black tentacle, shocking him til his hair stood up as if he had been fried, as white smoke rose from around him.
At the same time, Zhou Weiqing's second arrow reached him. This time, Little Four was unable to react due him being controlled. Without any other option, he could only use his skills defensively, and a small and exquisite looking shield appeared in front of his chest, and a layer of silver light also shone forth around him. At the same time, he struggled to break free of the black tentacles.
With a huge explosion, the Overlord Bow's arrow had a powerful piercing strength, added to its inbuilt explosive capabilities, the silver light around Little Four shattered. The strangest thing was that his body seemed to freeze, and the little shield and the wings behind his back both disappeared, and he plummeted down from the skies.
At nearly a height of a hundred yards, if he really fell down, it would definitely kill him.
These two arrows of Zhou Weiqing's might seem rather simple, but in truth there were many profound subtle secrets and foresight hidden behind them. When Little Four flew into the air, Zhou Weiqing had already guessed that he would have some sort of escape or dodging powers. As such, his first arrow had been imbued with two area of effect (AOE) skills.
One was of course the AOE skill, the Touch of Darkness, and the other was his only AOE attacking skill, Thousand Lightning Strikes. Both were not very powerful, but their strength lay in their large area of effect.
As expected, Little Four had an evasion skill, and it was even Zhou Weiqing's favourite Blink skill. However, even the Blink skill was not sufficient to bring him out of the range of the Touch of Darkness' area of effect, and he had been caught and bound at the edge. The next Thousand Lightning Strikes had then hit him, and although it wasn't sufficient to even harm him a little, it had numbed him for a split second, causing the Heavenly Energy in his body to lose control for a short time.
That short period of time was more than sufficient for Zhou Weiqing's second arrow to reach him, and both effects combined were more than enough to cause Little Four to be unable to dodge it, and could only block it. However, by that time, no matter what defense he put up was already pointless. That was because that second arrow had been imbued with two Absolute skills – Absolute Delay and the Heavenly Lightning Shock. The Absolute Delay would ensure that Little Four would remained controlled even if he managed to break free of the Touch of Darkness, while the Heavenly Lightning Shock would instantly break the Consolidated Wings and Shield that he was using. Men were not birds after all, and without the wings, no matter how powerful Little Four was, he would be helpless in midair. His genius plan of flying into the sky had been great, but ultimately been his downfall.
Lin TianAo sighed before taking action, and in a flash, he reached the bottom of Little Four's falling body. With a wave of his right hand, he caught Little Four's body, accepting the force of the fall on his behalf and protecting him.
Naturally, Zhou Weiqing did not try to stop him. By this time, the victor was clear.
Everyone's gaze turned to the Overlord Bow in Zhou Weiqing's hands, and besides Shangguan Bing'er and Lin TianAo who knew the truth, the rest of them instantly thought that the miraculous two arrows that Zhou Weiqing had shot forth was likely effects from this Consolidated Equipment Bow. None of them had expected Little Four to lose so easily, so quickly… it hadn't even been three moves… to be accurate, he had lost in just two moves!
Drunken Bao's jaw had dropped by now, his mouth gaped open large enough to fit an apple, his eyes bulging from their sockets. Crow was rubbing her eyes in disbelief, as if trying to reassure herself that she was not having visions. As for Xiao Yan, his brow was furrowed as he studied Zhou Weiqing, as if deep in thought.
The effects of the skills on Little Four vanished by now, although his hair was still standing up from the lightning strike, giving him a strange appearance.
Zhou Weiqing released his Overlord Bow, smiling as he said: "Thanks for giving way, I never expected my luck to be so good, Senior Little Four actually knew I was an archer, and flew into the air to become my target."
Lin TianAo helped Little Four to his feet, who stared dazedly at Zhou Weiqing. Jumping up suddenly, he cried out angrily: "I was tricked, I can't accept such a loss!" Everything had happened so quickly, and he had not even used any of his power before losing. He wasn't even clear about how he lost, how could he feel convinced by the loss. After all, this was to do with his lifelong freedom!"
Right at that moment, a deep and powerful voice rang out from the main building. "TianAo, why are you all still standing around instead of leaving? Did a fight occur?"
The voice gave them a rather intangible feel, seemingly coming from all directions. Everyone could clearly hear it although it wasn't shouted, and could sense it came from the general direction of the main building, but could not tell its source.
Hearing the voice, a notion popped into Zhou Weiqing's mind as his eyes swirled around their sockets, and he made a quick decision.
"Senior Little Four, just now we were just playing some jokes on each other. Let's hurry up and get a move on. Look, your academy teachers are already angry."
Little Four started, and Drunken Bao also recovered his composure. "Joke? What joke?"
Zhou Weiqing laughed heartily and said: "I was saying, that bet earlier was just a joke. We still have to attend the Heavenly Jewel Tournament, how can we let such matters affect our relations, after all we have to work together for the next three months. Leader Lin, shall we move out then?"
Seven surprised gazes fell upon Zhou Weiqing as everyone fell silent in shock. After all, that bet was clearly Zhou Weiqing's win, yet under such a circumstance he had chosen to give it up? Drunken Bao and Little Four were some of the most talented and outstanding amongst the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy students, and at their ages reaching Lower Level and Mid Level Zun Stage respectively, how could anyone possibly give up such Followers? Yet, Zhou Weiqing had done so!
Zhou Weiqing shrugged and said: "Why are you all staring at me? I'm just speaking the truth! I'm just a student, why would I need a Follower now? I was just itching to try my hand earlier, and I was indeed just too lucky. In terms of real power, I am definitely weaker than Senior Little Four. This matter is over then, although we did swear an oath, but I can release you both from your oaths. Leader Lin, what are we still waiting for, let's go!"
Hearing Zhou Weiqing's words, Drunken Bao and Little Four felt as if they were lucky survivors of some disaster. Even though Little Four had jumped up earlier and shouted out that he couldn't accept such a loss, his heart had already sank to his stomach. After all, he knew inside he had lost, and with both sides having taken their oath, and with the fair Lin TianAo as the judge, he knew he had no choice but to become Zhou Weiqing's Follower. Who knew that Zhou Weiqing would suddenly release them from their oaths. In that instant, both Little Four and Drunken Bao had an embarrassed look on their faces, as they remained quiet.
Lin TianAo looked deeply at Zhou Weiqing before nodding and said: "Alright, let's move out then."
As the eight of them headed out of the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy, each of them were still immersed in the events of the past few minutes. No one could understand what Zhou Weiqing was thinking.
In his heart, Zhou Weiqing gave a cold laugh. The real reason he had changed his mind was because of the sudden voice questioning them. That voice had given him a chill, not only letting him feel how unbelievably powerful that person was, definitely not someone he could handle, and also given him a reminding jolt of where he was right now.
This was the Fei Li Empire, right in the middle of the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy! In this place, there were the most outstanding and powerful Heavenly Jewel Masters of the entire Empire, and even more so, the Skill Storing Palace Master, the Principal of the Heavenly Jewel Master Academy!
Clearly, their fight had drawn the attention of someone powerful, and if he insisted on making Little Four and Drunken Bao his Followers, they would have to remain in the school for quite some time. If any teachers, or worse, the Principal, came to investigate what happened, would they allow it to continue? For their Academy's most outstanding students to become someone else's Followers, who could stand for such a thing to happen! Even if Zhou Weiqing really managed to get the two of them as Followers, it might have future repercussions. Most importantly, Zhou Weiqing was afraid that Lin TianAo's situation might be found out. In his heart, even adding both Little Four and Drunken Bao together, they were nothing compared to Lin TianAo in his heart. As such, he would not risk it being found out and disrupted just to gain two Followers.
Another reason was of course because of the Heavenly Jewel Tournament. If Little Four and Drunken Bao became his Followers like this, perhaps the relations between the eight might become strained, and definitely affect their unity and teamwork. Drunken Bao and Little Four might even be affected adversely and not be able to perform in fights. That was something Zhou Weiqing did not want to see.
Although these two Heavenly Jewel Masters were powerful and talented, in Zhou Weiqing's mind, their importance was much less than Yun Li, let alone LinTianAo. Besides, no matter how important they were, he did not want to risk his Alexandrite Cat's Eye Jewel being discovered by anyone else.
After all, the Touch of Darkness and Thousand Lightning Strikes were very obvious skills, and it might lead to the discovery of him having the Darkness and Lightning Attributes. If he continued staying in the academy grounds, who knew what else might be discovered. As long as they quickly left, Zhou Weiqing was confident in keeping it a secret. After all, no matter what, Little Four and Drunken Bao would owe him a big favour.
With all of that in mind, Zhou Weiqing had quickly decided to give up the opportunity to gain two new powerful Followers.
Just as the eight of them left the Academy grounds, right on the top of the main school building, a red robed old man walked to the window, looking at them their fading figures with a pondering look on his face.
"The fluctuation of Heavenly Energy isn't very strong, but it contained the Darkness and Lightning Attributes… both extremely rare and useful attributes. It looks like this time Princess Cai Cai has found some gems, with two of the three members having such rare attributes. Too bad they did not join our Heavenly Jewel Master Academy."