Savior

Tian Cai shook his head in disappointment. Indeed Mu Huiqing and Mu Huizhong were sisters; both had left abruptly. He sighed, unable to comprehend their reasons.

As Tian Cai pondered, the siblings settled down. Smiles radiated across their faces and it seemed like a new life had started.

Small Gray spoke, "Little Brother, are there more words?"

"Mhm..Sister Gray, every so often you must check on In-law. Specifically, make sure he's settled down properly and assist him when you can."

Gray Shadow's smile froze and the exhilaration she felt moments before, shattered like ice. Wasn't it best to avoid anyone from the Mu Clan? Now she had to baby sit Mu Donghai?

Small Shadow snickered at her sudden misfortune.

Gray Shadow eyes bugged and she was about to smack Small Shadow when Tian Cai commanded, "Sister go inform Matriarch that I will be heading to the warehouses. There, I hope to find a good sharp sword for Ling Hua."

Ling Hua!

"Tonight I'm meeting Ling Hua. Besides providing her with a months supply of joe, Brother wants to give her a gift."

Gray Shadow rolled her eyes. She greatly admired Tian Cai, but must he keep chasing older women?

Inwardly, Small Shadow threw a thumbs up. That's my little brother.

Both were lost in their own perspectives when Tian Cai's next words bewildered them.

"Fish 2 says she likes to cut things and a sharp sword would be the best gift."

The pair threw strange looks at Tian Cai. She likes to cut things?

Oblivious, Tian Cai said, "Roll out!"

While Tian Cai was preparing to head out, The Ling Clan gates opened and a dejected Mu Huizhong stepped out. She looked about, not sure where to go?*1

However, a certain figure caught he eye. It was Bai Guang. The young lass was carrying several baskets while hiding her movements in the crowd.

Mu Huizhong's eyes moistened.

Master, there are only a few years left. This maid will give you more time with your first love.

Bai Guang's face was furrowed as she was attempting to head to the side entrance undetected. If Master caught her again with these honey cakes...wouldn't the consequences would be severe? However, she had no choice but to step out.

Earlier when Bai Guang attempted to give the honey cakes to Tian Cai, Little Lord distracted him. Then her Master found her and the destroyed the honey cakes she had originally prepared.

Little Brother promised to pick up the honey cakes later. Sister has to be prepared for his arrival.

Bai Guang steeled herself. No matter what, she would send Tian Cai off properly. She was about to make a move when a shadow enveloped her.

When she looked up to identify the person, Bai Guang was stricken in astonishment. Dressed in a refined white robe and scholar cap was an extremely handsome gentlemen. Bai Guang's face reddened. What would such a handsome man want with her? Weren't those green eyes so big?

"You must be Miss Bai Guang, correct?" asked the man.

Bai Guang jolted. "Sir, you-you know me?"

"Not directly, but my cousins described you well. This seat is Mu Donghai. Can you spare some time?"

Mu Donghai! This handsome man is Mu Donghai?"

"Sen-Senior, Junior greets you. There is a tea house nearby where we can discuss things."

"Then Junior, lead the way. In fact, this seat was looking for a place to go."

"Ah, then please follow me," replied Bai Guang.

After several breaths, the two were sitting at a table. After pouring Mu Huizhong tea, Bai Guang asked, "Senior, what words do you have for Junior?"

Taking a sip, Mu Huizhong took out a stack of talismans.

"Senior, these are?"

"Junior, this seat asks that you pass these talismans to Young Zhao. It's my mission to protect him, however, Lord Godkiller greatly dislikes me. As a result, I cannot directly ensure Young Zhao's safety."

Mu Huizhong took out a scroll, "This precisely describes the purpose of each talisman. Using various calculations, this seat deduces Young Zhao will greatly need these Talismans. Please ask him to read it well."

Bai Guang's heart felt heavy like a rock. Somberly, she asked, "Senior are you saying Little Brother will meet with danger?"

Mu Huizhong sighed helplessly and nodded. "Mayhap, it may be a tribulation he cannot survive."

Bai Guang's eyes constricted. The words 'cannot survive' repeated endlessly in her mind.

"It is this seat's hope that these talismans will provide a slim chance for Young Zhao to live. Therefore, I ask that you pass these on to him."

"Senior, can-can you not follow in secret and protect him from afar?"

Mu Huizhong again sighed helplessly. "Junior, Lord Godkiller's senses are extremely sensitive. This seat admits, being caught by the Zhao Clan's guardian beast means death. Thus, this seat is forced to ask you a favor."

"Do you know what type of tribulation he may face?"

Mu Huizhong sipped her tea and took a deep long look at Bai Guang. Suddenly, she shook.

"How could I not see it? Junior, it could be fate that we are meeting. Seeing your luck and fate, by adding yours to his...Young Zhao would have a greater chance to survive. Junior, you-you must go with him."

"Eh?"

"If you do not, his chances even with the talismans will be 1 in 1000."

All color drained from Bai Guang's face.

This!

"Junior, you must protect Young Zhao in my stead. If necessary, you must give your life to protect him. You may not know, but he's fated to be the Savior of our Nine Chaos Heavens."

Little Brother is destined to be the Savior!?

Bai Guang almost swooned. Her emotions and brain overloaded simultaneously. Using pure will, she gritted her teeth and said, "Senior, how-how is he destined to be the savior?"

Mu Huizhong's eye twitched. This little girl sure asked a lot of questions.

"The information comes from the Yun Clan Patriarch. If you must know, he is a peak Grand Empyrean. The profound secrets Grand Empyreans protect, as juniors we don't qualify to know."

Bai Guang nodded with understanding. Being a Martial Master, she didn't even qualify to know the details of Empyreans. Suddenly, she stood up, "Senior, we-we must inform my Master. She can stop him from going. There is still time to prevent this calamity!"

She was about to run out when Mu Huizhong said, "Empyrean Zhao Wen already knows of the tribulation. She views it as training for Young Zhao."

Training?

Dumbfounded, Bai Guang returned to her seat."If she knows, why won't Master prevent him from going?"

"Junior you can't run from your problem, nor from things that haven't occurred yet. Young Zhao must learn to endure and prevail."

Bam!

A burning fist slammed onto the table.

"Rubbish! Little Brother's safety comes first!!"

Inwardly, Mu Huizhong chuckled. She was greatly pleased to see this reaction. Master never knew how Bai Guang felt about him. Her end was abrupt and a mystery. Thus Mu Huizhong kept pushing Bai Guang.

Hopefully, Master will know the answer he wanted for so many years.

Clearing her throat, Mu Huizhong said, "Junior, do you understand now? Only you will be able to protect him."

Tian Cai stood before a row of heavily guarded warehouses. Gu Jin and Small Shadow were at his side. Behind them were several Zhao Clan Guards.

Looking up into the sky, Tian Cai said, "We must hurry, there's not much time left before the meeting with Ling Hua."

Small Shadow giggled. Hearing it, Tian Cai glanced over and saw Small Shadow staring at Gu Jin's waist.

A scowl covered Gu Jin's face. With a huff, he said, "It's not one of those things."

Tian Cai's cheeks contorted as he held back his laughter.

"Youngest Master, you shouldn't laugh. When you grow older, you'll learn there are things a man must always be protect," said Gu Jin.

Tian Cai shook his head. If it wasn't a chastity belt, then was it overgrown metal underwear? And wasn't the center piece a little small?

Gray Shadow fleeted over.

Huffing, she said, "Little Brother, Matriarch has been informed of your whereabouts." Gray Shadow was about to mention Ling Fan when her eyes settled on Gu Jin's waist."

"Senior Gu Jin, Gray Shadow can understand the need for armor to protect your -erm- private areas, however as a man...How can you wear such a thing?"

Astounded, Gu Jin asked, "Junior can-can you explain yourself?"

Gray Shadow looked to Tian Cain, "Little Brother must I say it?"

"It's better if it comes from you," replied Tian Cai. Wasn't it best to be neutral during such occasions?

"Understood...Senior, as a female the first thing that I notice about your uhm-special armor is how tiny the center piece is."

"How tiny the...EH!"

Suddenly, Gu Jin's face reflected a cherry red. For a female to say such a thing?

With a roar, he said, "You men, cover me as I remove this thing!!"

The Zhao Clan guards whistled, looking in other directions as they somehow encircled Gu Jin.

A few breaths, Gu Jin stepped out in a new set of robes and he shot a hopeful gaze to Gray Shadow.

Nodding approvingly, she said, "Senior I daresay, how you've changed. Indeed now, you are more manly than before."

Gu Jin sighed with great relief. He was about to command the men to dispose of the special armor when Gray Shadow asked, "Senior, what plans do you have for your armor? Would you perhaps sell it to me?"

All the men's eyes popped wide. What did she ask? Why?

Unbeknownst to them, Small Shadow started shaking. He realized his Sister's intentions. Ever since they were young, Gray Shadow would find a way to torture him. In fact it was her favorite past time.

Tian Cai said, "Sister Gray don't even bother. It's best not to have such a vile thing in the manor. Absolutely, won't allow it."

Gray Shadow shook momentarily then looked disappointingly at her younger brother. "Senior Gu, since Little Brother has decided, then do what you will with it."

Looking at Tian Cai, Small Shadow's eyes misted over.

SAVIOR!

"Roll out! Take me to the warehouse that has swords. Once I find a gift, we need to hurry home!" commanded Tian Cai.