booktalesy Chapter 4: Encounter and Persuasion
Chapter 4: Encounter and Persuasion
"Ziling, why target Ziteng like this?"
Inside the Wu King's Mansion, Shi Zhongtian and Shi Ziling sat facing each other.
A tea tray sat on the stone table in front of him, the aroma of tea filling the air.
"Father, although the Wu Prince's Mansion has a rule against killing each other, there is still competition. However, not everyone is as upright and honest as you."
Shi Ziling's words have a hidden meaning.
Shi Zhongtian frowned slightly. "You mean you think Ziteng..."
"I didn't say that."
Shi Ziling shook his head to interrupt, saying that such things are best left unsaid; there's no need to spell them out.
"But one should always be wary of others."
Shi Zhongtian nodded, agreeing wholeheartedly.
He's a seasoned veteran, not some clueless greenhorn. He knows that everything in this world is about pursuing profit.
For the sake of profit, people can have no bottom line.
"There's one more thing, Father, I need to discuss it with you."
Shi Ziling said solemnly.
"What is it?"
"I'll postpone my trip to the Hundred Clans Battlefield for now."
Why?
Shi Zhongtian was somewhat puzzled.
"Hao'er needs someone to take care of him."
Shi Ziling casually made up an excuse.
In his memory, the most direct reason for Shi Hao's tragedy was that Shi Zhongtian was trapped on the battlefield of the Hundred Clans.
It was only because Shi Zhongtian was being hunted down that Shi Ziling became anxious and confused, that Qin Yining set off with her husband, and that Shi Hao was left behind at the Wu King's Mansion.
Then...
Only after Shi Yi discovered the Supreme Bone was that that bitch able to harm people.
Of course, the main reason is that Shi Ziteng's family is despicable.
"What nonsense are you talking about?"
Shi Zhongtian laughed heartily, "Hao'er has you all taking care of him, doesn't he?"
"If anything happens to you, I will definitely come looking for you. Yining will definitely come with me, and then there will be no one to take care of Hao'er."
"Don't worry, I won't get into any trouble."
Shi Zhongtian raised his head, exuding confidence and boundless pride.
"Even an ancient remnant of the Array Formation Realm is no match for me."
"What if it's stronger than the Array Formation Realm? For example..."
Shi Ziling's expression became even more serious. "Venerable Realm."
Shi Zhongtian frowned and remained silent.
If he doesn't go to the battlefield of the Hundred Clans, where will he find so much precious blood from ferocious beasts to baptize his beloved grandson?
"So, why don't you stay and help me take care of Hao'er for a while?"
Shi Ziling laughed loudly.
Then, he lowered his voice and said, "Hao'er is quite special, his double pupils are no less than those of others, which may attract the covetousness of some people. My cultivation level is not high enough, and my strength is insufficient. I need Father's help to protect me."
"Um?"
Shi Zhongtian's expression instantly turned solemn.
Not inferior to double pupils?
This evaluation is quite extraordinary.
Double pupils are the mark of a born sage; ordinary talents and extraordinary gifts are simply not worthy of comparison.
"OK!"
If Hao'er is truly so extraordinary, it's best to play it safe.
Shi Zhongtian finally suppressed his thoughts and decided to stay.
"I'll help you take care of the baby, what about you?"
"I'm going to the battlefield of a hundred races."
"???"
Shi Zhongtian's eyes widened immediately.
What are you saying?!
You asked me to take care of your kid, and you're going to the Hundred Clans Battlefield by yourself?
"You little brat, you just want to find an opportunity to leave the kids with me while you run off to play, right? You think I won't beat you up?"
Shi Zhongtian blew his beard and glared.
Shi Ziling laughed heartily, "When I return from the battlefield of the Hundred Clans, you may not be a match for me."
He possesses a system that rewards him for checking in, which means he is destined to travel all over the wilderness.
Only in this way can one improve their cultivation level in the shortest amount of time.
Whether it's the seven gods descending to the mortal realm, an invasion from another world, or the apocalypse, they all came too suddenly.
If he doesn't improve his cultivation level quickly, even with a system, he'll only become food for ancient monsters who have lived for millions of years.
"Then I'll have to put you to the test."
Shi Zhongtian suddenly made a move, his five fingers forming a claw, radiating divine light, as he grabbed at Shi Ziling.
Shi Ziling remained calm, his arm radiating golden light as he raised it to block.
boom!
Divine light exploded.
The stone table shattered, and the tea set on it turned to dust.
Shi Zhongtian continued to make moves, his runes flashing and forming the sun, moon, and stars, crushing Shi Ziling's golden light.
Shi Ziling's move was simple and unadorned; apart from a few golden lights, it was like an ordinary person throwing a punch, utterly mediocre.
However, if you look closely, you can sense the great terror it contains.
The sun, moon, and stars formed by runes instantly turned into dust the moment they came into contact with Shi Ziling's fist. They were shattered into divine light, scattered all around, and could never be reassembled.
"Is this the result of your recent spiritual practice? Very good!"
Shi Zhongtian praised it.
Abandon all techniques and choose only the purest power.
This is a very difficult path, but it is destined to be difficult to walk.
The runic waves grew stronger with each layer, becoming incredibly terrifying. Their blazing light enveloped the area, and Shi Zhongtian was shocked. Shi Ziling's physique was far stronger than before.
He was completely at ease, and his attacks became increasingly bold and powerful.
Two distinct beams of light emanated from his feet; one was pure white and serene, as flawless as a deity.
Another dark and chilling aura, so terrifying it was as if a demon had appeared in the world.
boom!
Two beams of light, one white and one black, intertwined and covered his entire body.
"Not bad!"
Shi Zhongtian's entire body glowed, and a terrifying aura permeated the air, making him even more powerful than before.
"Show me your true abilities and let me see what you're capable of."
"good!"
Shi Ziling's body radiated divine light, every inch of his muscles exuding divine radiance, terrifyingly strong and indestructible.
He clashed violently with Shi Zhongtian, each strike producing a deafening sound, like the roar of the Great Dao, shaking people's minds and spirits.
The people of Prince Wu's mansion were alarmed and rushed over.
Qin Yining immediately carried Shi Hao and rushed out of the house.
"Yining, take Hao'er and get away from here. It's just a friendly spar."
Shi Ziling immediately issued a reminder.
Both he and Shi Zhongtian were careful in their actions, but Shi Hao was still young and might be startled by the divine light of their fight, so it was better to keep his distance.
"What happened?"
"Why did they start fighting?"
Soon, the area was filled with people from the Wu King's Mansion.
Shi Yuan, Shi Li, and Shi Ziteng were all present. Among them was a figure with disheveled hair, bright and piercing eyes, and an imposing presence. He ranked fourth among the elders.
The Fourth Elder took a deep breath, opened his mouth and roared, like the sound of the Great Dao, booming loudly.
"Fifteen, what are you fighting with Ziling for!"
Shi Ziling laughed heartily, "Fourth Elder, I'd like to have a little spar with my father. Please don't be so loud, or you'll frighten my child."
"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."
The four elders spoke calmly, their control over their own power extremely high, their voices focused entirely on Shi Ziling and the other person, and would not affect the others nearby.
Shi Ziling and Shi Zhongtian got so into the fight that they took out their magical artifacts.
Shi Zhongtian drew back the ancient bow, which was as full as a full moon. Divine light gathered and condensed on the bow into a divine arrow.
"Caught it!"
He shouted loudly, released his grip, and the divine arrow pierced the air, its divine light bursting forth and blinding people.