The Anarchic Consort c1-1376

by Warring Young Seven

  "Helian Wei Wei, don't you regret it!" The little servant yelled with rage as he left.

  Wei Wei rather disapproved as she picked at her ears. Her pair of eyes scanned the surrounding crowd of people watching the drama. She inserted a hand into her pocket. Her expression didn't change as she stepped onto the street, languid and composed.

  "Cheh, cheh, cheh, those people really don't open their eyes." Yuan Ming's voice was as presumptuous as before.

  Wei Wei raised an eyebrow, "You woke up? Seems like your qi energy recovered pretty well."

  "If you fought a few more fights, I would be even better off than now." Yuan Ming licked his thin lips, totally bloodthirsty.

  Wei Wei stroked the ancient book in her hand and lightly laughed, "Don't be anxious. I already thought of how to spill those people's blood."

  Yuan Ming looked at the young girl in front of him smiling wickedly, her thin lips slightly curved upwards.

  "What did you say?" After Murong Chang Feng listened to the servant who returned and reported the news, the teacup in his hand almost deformed from his grip.

  The servant was furious, "That girl who can't tell good from bad surprisingly told me to get lost. Young Master, I'm not trying to be nosy, but this kind of girl, sheesh, even if you're kind to her, you'll still be wasting your efforts."

  Murong Chang Feng was already upset and now that he heard the servant's words, he felt as if a boulder pressed on his c.h.e.s.t, the pressure unable to be released. He really couldn't believe that he had already intended to reconcile, yet that girl unexpectedly refused him.

  Crash!

  Murong Chang Feng fiercely hurled and smashed the teacup in his hand.

  The resulting spray all landed on that servant's face. The little servant was startled and stunned. However, his pale face didn't dare to say anything more.

  Murong Chang Feng inhaled a deep breath. His face revealed an expression of contempt, "What you said was right. A girl who doesn't know right from wrong doesn't deserve this Lord's kindness."

  He originally was going to bring her to meet his father. Since she refused to step forward like this, then just forget it.

  She'd involved Grandmaster. Still, what could she hope to achieve on her own.

  He wasn't anxious. Sooner or later, one day, she'd come back begging!

  Murong Chang Feng glanced sideways at the little servant, "Has Lord Father arrived?"

  "His Highness already arrived and is having a conversation with the teachers. He'll come when he's done." The little servant's words barely dropped out of his mouth when Prince Murong arrived. He was dressed in official foreign court dress, a perfect image of wealth and status. Seeing the son he loves, that strict and solemn face can be counted as expressing a bit of a smile, "Feng Er."

  "Father." Murong Chang Feng hastily stood up.

  Prince Murong patted his shoulder, "You've done well. Just now those teachers dragged me over to praise you for half a day."

  "Those were but a bit of flattery." Murong Chang Feng's cool handsome face didn't change expression at all.

  What Prince Murong fancied was this haughtiness, "Good, Feng Er is right. It's only flattery. I came this time because I was concerned it'd be difficult for you to remain impartial. Seeing that you're so calm and composed, Father feels satisfied. That's right, where's Master Tu Lao. How come I haven't seen him at the academy this time?"

  "Master is still looking for the genius he met at Phoenix Tower." Murong Chang Feng gripped the palm of his hand, "I also don't know what kind of person the other person is, unexpectedly making Master so concerned that he hasn't even appeared since I arrived at White Academy."

  Prince Murong lifted his eyes and replied, "No matter who the other person is, it's irrelevant. Becoming a qi cultivation master, although that's hard to accomplish, but Feng Er, you shouldn't forget that the most important thing you need to do is figure out a way to find the Battle Spirit Forces. After that, become a member along them. A qi cultivation master is but a springboard for you to join the Battle Spirit Forces.

  "Don't worry Father, I've never forgotten anything Father has said." When Murong Chang Feng raised his eyes again, his face was filled with the determination to succeed!

  Prince Murong contentedly nodded his head while his hand stroked his beard, "Feng Er, have you heard of Huan Ming Xiang, a minister who has served three generations of emperors?"

  Chapter 49 - Surprising Qi

  "I've heard of him." Murong Chang Feng seemed lost in thought, "Allegedly, he is actually at White Academy, but very few people can recognize him. Father, why did you suddenly ask about him?"

  Prince Murong's eyes glimmered, yet contained a slight chill, "Why would a minister who has served three emperors be concealed within an academy, not asking about matters of the world? There is definitely something strange about this. According to what people are saying, the reason why Battle Spirit Forces are called spirits was because they are mysteriously hidden within every corner of White Academy. Apart from Retired Emperor who knows of their real identities, no one else currently are able to discover who they are. But one thing's for sure, they definitely are inside the academy!"

  "What Father means is that this Huan Ming Xiang is a member of the Battle Spirit Forces? After Murong Chang Feng guessed at this, he had a bit of difficulty controlling his own emotions, "But, ever since I've entered the academy, I've never seen any lofty old man with a divine qi!"

  "Huan Ming Xiang conducts himself eccentrically, and has always appeared and disappeared like a ghost. It's very possible he's disguised himself as a teacher within the school." Prince Murong rubbed his own chin and pondered seriously, "However, no matter what, he should be at the Superior Compound. After all, this is the most likely place for candidates who can potentially enter the Battle Spirit Forces. What you need to do is to be very polite towards every single teacher. I have a feeling, since the new students have entered, a guide from the Battle Spirit Forces will definitely appear!"

  Swish, swish, swish....

  Northeast corner of the commerce plaza. An old man with a hunched back held a broom in his hand, silently sweeping the fallen leaves on the ground. This is a place especially built to supply reading materials to the students, storing lots and lots of books and ancient scrolls. However, after having welcomed countless descendants from prestigious families who came to train qi, not one of them had felt that this area was worth returning to.

  Except for Helian Wei Wei.

  Since the age of seven, she'd lost her qi. That's why there were many things that no one had taught her. Even though Yuan Ming, a god of death, is there, he's nevertheless only a demon and can only raise her fighting strength. And in areas such as the systematic study of qi, it's better for her to depend on herself.

  Within such a big courtyard, apart from one old man sweeping the grounds, there was one girl conscientiously reading books. A glorious sunset was shining down, bringing about an indescribable quietness and peacefulness.

  But no one noticed that when that unremarkable old man looked up, a sharp light streaked in the corner of his eye.

  He took the broom in his hand and intentionally or otherwise, swept over to the area in front of Wei Wei. Carrying a heavy load on his back, he sighed a couple of times then pointed to a high bookshelf, "Young girl, I see that your height is taller than me. Could you help my senile self take away those books, so I can clean."

  Wei Wei was focused on reading and actually didn't notice that there was an old man here. Now noticing that it was indeed inconvenient for him to move around, she stood up and retrieved the old books. After she gave them to the old one, she decided to continue studying.

  She absolutely didn't expect that the old man would disappear .

  Her pupils constricted as she quickly looked behind her!

  The old one already changed into an another appearance. His white and grey hair was suspended in space. One hand was placed behind his back while the other stroked his beard. The cuffs of his
sleeves were floating lightly, like an immortal who descended. His voice was clear yet deep and resounding, "I have been sweeping here for many years. You are the first person who was willing to help me. Young girl, your heart's not bad."

  "It's no big deal." Wei Wei's expression didn't change much as she extended her hand and put down the old book. The corners of her mouth carried an indifferent smile.

  Yuan Ming narrowed his pupil, "Girl, this old head is not simple. You should be careful."

  Wei Wei gave Yuan Ming a 'don't worry' hand signal. She certainly didn't feel any evil intention from the old man. Her previous life of living while carrying arms already gave her an ability to distinguish whether or not there is danger. From this old man, she only perceived a bright expression and delighted interest. Certainly no other hidden intention. In other words the other person was harmless.

  The old man seemed to appreciate Wei Wei's composed and calm disposition and smiled a rare smile, "Young girl, this old man has never owed anyone. Since you helped me once, I'll also return something to you."

  Having spoken, he pointed the branch in his hand. As it was directed at Wei Wei, thick and heavy energy condensed into a point, strangely and complicatedly. It was a rather mighty force capable of cutting into a mountain or splitting rocks.

  Wei Wei's pair of eyes abruptly narrowed, then her shadow like figure agilely and nimbly moved, just like scattering plum blossom petals. Spurred by the surrounding wind directions, she used qi to break his move.

  The old man's eyes shined and continued his attack.

  All along, Wei Wei's speed was very fast. Every move was nimble and flexible as she dodged.

  It's just that her use of qi was still relatively unpracticed.

  Gradually, her ability started to fall short of her wishes...

  The old man used the chance to launch an attack, and originally thought that this would determine the outcome. He never thought that Wei Wei would surprisingly use the move that he'd used previously!

  He was stunned at first, then put down his bamboo stick while continually laughing, "Good, good, good! Unexpectedly, in this world there exists such a bright girl! Wonderful, too wonderful!"

  Wei Wei merely smiled and didn't speak. In the twenty first century, she had to work with people from both sides of the law, and had developed a superhuman memory early on. Naturally, she could immediately use a skill after having seen it only once.

  Before a move was executed, she was also able to change and react accordingly to battle situations. During those years, she constantly held a machine gun while crawling through Yunnan, Zang, and Hai provinces. What conditions could she not have encountered. Right now, she took a branch and with perfect control, moving in sync with her heart and mind, gracefully displayed each move.

  "Come come come, I will pass on Flames Swallow the Sky to you again!" He had waited here for so many years. At long last, he'd found a wonderful young successor that was everything he'd wished for! His heart was filled with joy. His face was full of excitement that could not be concealed. If it was this girl, she definitely would be able to learn his special skill!

  When she first heard the words Flames Swallow the Sky, Wei Wei also experienced a moment of clarity.

  Allegedly, this profound lost skill didn't get passed down when elder Huan Ming Xiang, a three generation court minister retired and vanished.

  And now, this old man unexpectedly wanted to pass it on to her...

  Wei Wei's eyes sparkled. Naturally, she figured out the old one's identity, but after a moment, she nevertheless shook her head, "I had better not learn Flames Swallow the Sky."

  "Why? ! !" Huan Ming Xiang was shocked. Could she be like that guy at the palace who hated to wake up early?

  Wei Wei smiled, "Although I haven't practiced qi for long, nevertheless, I've figured out some things. Elder Huan's Flames Swallow the Sky should be a fire attribute skill. However, I've become aware that my current qi has no connection with the fire element."

  "You...." Huan Ming Xiang didn't find it strange that Wei Wei had already guessed his identity. After all, this young girl was so intelligent, and would figure things out quickly.

  It's just that, he rubbed and rubbed his chin and suddenly creased his white eyebrow, "Your qi is flowing in a weird way, as if it had been damaged before. It's somewhat formless, yet still capable of winning by a surprise move. Girl, what in the world are you cultivating?"

  After Wei Wei listened, she smiled a bit, "In any case, my qi's approach and that of Flames Swallow the Sky differs greatly. There are endless numbers of various miraculous skills in the world. Learning too many of them may not necessarily be a good thing. It's even possible for someone to lose control and accidentally lose their mind. I'm doing pretty well as I am, comfortably learning on my own. Whatever skills I use are entirely a part of me."

  Having heard that, Huan Ming Xiang was indeed stunned for a moment, after which his pair of eyes shined as they looked at Wei Wei, "Ha ha, I didn't think, I really didn't think that even though, without exception, people who learn martial arts haven't been able to overcome the greed in their hearts, you have already awakened to this principle early on. You truly are exceptional!"

  "It's just from having fought too much." Wei Wei curved her thin lips, took a look at the setting sun, "It's no longer early. Elder Huan should rest early. Don't always sweep in the same place and easily expose your identity."

  Huan Ming Xiang looked over at the area of ground he's been sweeping, which appeared shinier than the other areas. His face was endlessly shocked. After a while, he raised his hand to stroke his beard. It's unknown who he was speaking to, but he was beaming, "This girl really is...outstanding, ah, extraordinary. Go to the Superior Compound to investigate this girl's identity. The Battle Spirit Forces can accept a new member this year."

  "Sir, Elder Huan, she....she isn't from the Superior Compound." The shadow kneeling on the ground paused a bit before clarifying.

  Huan Ming Xiang looked back in surprise, "Not from the Superior Compound? Then which compound is she in? The Fine Compound?"

  "Cough cough." The shadow coughed twice, "She's at the Inferior Compound. Actually, she's the one you've recently been disgusted with, the one who's been running around bootl.i.c.k.i.n.g people, that Helian family's eldest daughter."

  Chapter 50 - Participate in the Consort Selection

  Huan Ming Xiang gaped, afterwhich he closed his mouth again. Both of his cheeks puffed up like drums, "When did I ever say I was disgusted with her. Never! If she ever comes her again, you need to report it to me immediately!"

  "Yes." The shadow nonchalantly looked at the old man's distancing back and lightly shook his head, Elder Huan wouldn't admit it.

  How could Huan Ming Xiang admit it? Rumors and gossip really could destroy a person!

  The old man took the broom and continued to sweep the ground. Except this time, he obviously used a lot of strength in his movements, just as if he was sullen and sulking.

  Such a decent girl was made to be so repulsive.

  If it weren't for her visit to the Commerce Plaza this time, wouldn't he have continued to be mistaken?

  The more the old man thought about it, the more upset he became. He directly threw away the broom and then laughed wickedly, "This year, we are not going to choose people from the Superior Compound anymore. It'll be more interesting if we took a stroll through all of the living quarters, instead." Leave out those people from the Superior Compound. Always thinking they were so great, just wait and see.....

  Night fell. The armament shop at the Commerce Plaza.

  The manager stared at the ten-plus armaments, eyes shining in astonishment, "These were all personally made by Miss Helian?"

  "Mm hm." Wei Wei replied casually and lightly sipped from the tea in her hand.

  "Two days, it's only been two days time!" The manager had to admit he'd been shocked again. It should be known that there wasn't any novice armament maker who could make this many armaments wi
thin this amount of time. Even among the current Armament Masters, there wasn't anyone who could achieve this speed! This was just too heaven defying!

  Wei Wei picked up an armament among them and looked it over while stating, "This one was not made very well. Wait until class time tomorrow. I will dismantle it and start over."

  "Done done done. Whatever Miss Helian decides will be done as you say!" The manager actually could not tell how it was good, nor how it was not good. Merely because she felt the armament might somehow be embarrassing, she's going to dismantle it as if she was only playing a game with her hands! If this was made known to the other masters' disciples, how could they not cry to death!

  "Alright now. Why don't you go to the front and do some business. Don't keep interfering with the bonding time between me and my dear disciple." Grandmaster blew at a corner of his white beard, extended his hand, and pushed the manager out. Where is there still the dignified appearance that people usually see, "Wait until after the consort selection. You guys can then go home and rest for a couple of days. This master is really afraid that after you go home, that older and younger one from the Helian family will shamelessly bully you again! Disciple, listen to your Master. If they dare bully you, come look for me, I"ll definitely stand up for you!"

  Wei Wei lightly laughed, "Doesn't Master believe that I can take care of it myself?"

  "Master is just worried about you!" He turned towards his own chair and resolutely sat down, "So what if you have low qi? Even with low qi, we can still fabricate armaments as usual! Those people complain that the gr.a.p.es are sour, because they can't eat gr.a.p.es. They even said things like I definitely won't be keeping you and will kick you out? Hah! Simply is too ridiculous. They are not me! Disciple, rest assured, even if you don't have qi, are rejected by the public, and can't make armaments, Master still won't drive you out. I'll raise you as usual and give you scrap iron!"

  Wei Wei knew the old man really doted on her. This also served to strengthen her resolve in cultivating her own power!