Chapter 60 Gathering Intel!
60 Gathering Intel!
Seeing Ming Yuexin's favorability increase, Long Ming found a way to win her heart.
' She is a sword master. The sword masters are usually half lunatics. If I can arouse her interest regarding sword techniques, she will naturally look at me in a favorable way.' Long Ming pondered in his heart.
" Sword Embryo is a treasure that is created from the blessings of heaven and earth. However, the pure embryo needs to be tempered with one's Dao of Sword to turn it into a Sword Embryo." Ming Yuexin explained.
For the understanding of various powers, there are five stages: Aura, Qi, Intent, Heart, and Dao. As Ming Yuexon said, The Sword Embryo directly contains the Grand Dao of Sword.
" If such a treasure is refined, your comprehension of the sword will be increased by tens of folds. Not to mention, Your sword technique will be unparalleled. "
Long Ming's face turned odd when he heard that. 'Could it be… someone sealed the Sword Embryo inside that rusty sword?"
Ming Yuexin didn't notice Long Ming's expression as she continued. " Sword Embryo is really a precious item. Even Nine Revolution of Soul Realm cultivator will show interest in it."
Long Ming thought of that shabby old man who sold the rusty sword to Long Ming. Although Long Ming couldn't decipher his cultivation stage, he guessed that he was at least at the Harmonization Realm cultivator.
However, Long Ming could understand why he showed interest in his wine. After giving away a large amount of wine to Eternal Spring Tower, Long Ming improved the wine and sealed the Heavenly Urn of Frozen Flames, and increased the speed of time.
In the past few weeks, more than a century passed inside the urn, making the wine rich and more flavorful. It was even dense in True Qi, which can help a cultivator to soothe his mind.
' Given enough time, even a pebble can gain consciousness. I shouldn't underestimate the value of a spirit wine.'
"Anyway, I hope you understood." Ming Yuexin looked at Long Ming. Long Ming hurriedly nodded. " Actually, Sister Ming, What is your comprehension realm of the sword?"
Ming Yuexin hummed as she looked sideways. " I barely reached the peak of the Sword Qi realm. It's still some time before I can comprehend the Sword Intent."
The world is so unfair, ah… Long Ming chuckled in his heart. Ming Yuexin probably toiled for years to reach the peak of the Sword Qi realm. However, Long Ming barely took a few moments to comprehend the Sword Intent directly from the Sword Embryo.
Not to mention, if he really put his body and heart in learning, he might even comprehend the Grand Dao of Sword.
" But, It's good to see that you can already use Sword Aura. It looks like you have some talent for the sword." Ming Yuexin spoke. Long Ming gave a wry smile as he only used the sword aura before.
But even the sword aura was enough to shock Ming Yuexin.
However, After a small talk, Ming Yuexin looked at the window. " Since everything is concluded, you can go back. Don't disturb me unless you have some serious doubts."
" I shall take my leave then."
Long Ming didn't press anymore as he nodded. Holding his sword, he walked back to his room. Ming Yuexin sighed after Long Ming left the room.
" Haah, I guess he isn't far from being a True Disciple. Since Sect Master took this decision, she must have seen his talent. I guess fate will never change."
Long Ming didn't spend much time in his room as he walked to the deck of the flying boat. It was already night as the small flying boat moved at a rapid pace across the sky.
Despite its speed, the breeze on the deck was very gentle, as the fierce wind was being controlled by the flying boat's formations.
Long Ming's clothes gently fluttered as he found a place to sit. Looking at the vast night sky, he couldn't help but feel a strange feeling.
He gently poured some wine and took a sip as he admired the scenery. Others who were there, they became stunned when they looked at Long Ming.
He was like an immortal in the mortal realm, sitting and enjoying a spiritual wine. The aura around him was ethreal as if he was basked in the blessed light of the moon and stars.
" Who is that young man? He is so handsome!"
" My heart throbs whenever I look at him."
" Could it be, he is a disciple from a prominent sect?"
" Who knows?"
Long Ming opened the System Shop and started browsing. Currently, he had 65,000 AP. So, he decided to shop for some things.
' Hmm, There are some nice things on sale today. Let's see."
Long Ming bought a gem necklace, a fiery red robe for women, a Happy Mood Pill, and Stallion Stamina Pill.
The necklace and the dress were the items that can increase the favorability of any woman. Not to mention, they could be a great gift.
[Happy Mood Pilli: A small cure for negative feelings. One pill can dissipate the negative mood of a person, making them feel good and happy] (Readers: I will take your entire stock)
[ Stallion Stamina Pill: Take one before the deed and for your partner, you will turn into a powerful steed. Like a wild stallion, you will get high stamina and virility for a period of time~]
Well, This is the least needed item for Long Ming. However, for some people out there, this is nothing less than an extremely necessary elixir. Who knows, Long Ming might use this to gain someone's favor.
And just by the four items, Long Ming spent around 40,000 AP. The Roulette got two-day cooldown. So, he could only use that tomorrow.
" Hmm?"
Long Ming saw many people giving him curious gazes he smiled gently. Without saying anything, he returned to his room.
However, He didn't sit ideally in his room. Steadily, he practiced his sword technique. From the basics to advance, Long Ming comprehended the stances and their core essence.
Sword Aura can create a powerful aura around the sword. The sharp aura and overwhelming momentum can increase one's power.
Sword Qi is the physical manifestation of Sword Aura. Sword Qi can be condensed into sharp energy outside which is sharp and deadly. When one can shoot Sword Qi externally, the reach of the sword will increase tremendously.
Sword Intent is the realm where one starts to understand the sword itself. It's like understanding the will of a weapon, using it according to one's will. It is using the sword without the sword, only the intent matters.
After practicing for another day, Long Ming finally understand the essence of Sword Intent.
' Previously, I understood the Intent of Bow and Arrow. And now, I even comprehended the Sword Intent. Hehe, If I go like this, Won't I be able to master a thousand weapons?' Long Ming chuckled.
As he saw it are already noon, someone knocked on the door.
" We are going to arrive in the Black Pearl City."
Long Ming washed his face as he walked out. Ming Yuexin was still in her all-covering dress as she stood outside.
" Good Morning, Sister Ming."
" En."
Although Long Ming didn't expect any reply, seeing Ming Yuexin's nod, he was happy.
Long Ming and Ming Yuexin could see the majestic city before them that was filled with an ancient vibe. It looked rich and prosperous due to it being the commerce hub beside Westward Bay.
The flying boat slowly landed as Long Ming and Ming Yuexin arrived in the Black Pearl City.
" Shall we go to the Lan Family Manor?" Ming Yuexin looked at Long Ming as she asked. Long Ming glanced at the city before him as he shook his head.
" No, We aren't going there. At least, Not for now." Long Ming shook his head. He took out a conical hat and hit his face.
" Sister Ming, Why don't we fill our stomachs first? The Flying Boat's food was shit anyways."
Ming Yuexin couldn't understand the intention of Long Ming. However, she got no choice but to follow him.
" Sea Breeze Inn. This is the top quality inn of the Sea Breeze Inn." Long Ming spoke. It was a giant luxurious inn with many powerful guards guarding it.
" Welcome, Customers, What can I do for you?"
Long Ming looked at the receptionist as he took off his conical hat. Seeing the handsome face of Long Mingm the female receptionist became stunned.
" Beautiful Lady, is there any room available for two of us?"
" Ah, Sure. There are Mortal Rooms, Premium Rooms, and Royal Rooms. Which of them would you prefer?"
" I guess two separate Premium Rooms will be ok." Long Ming spoke. The girl nodded as she looked at him.
"One night will cost 20,000 Mid grade spirit stones. Since you are taking two rooms, 40,000 spirit take this."
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" Haah, do we need to spend this much?" Ming Yuexin sighed. Long Ming chuckled. " Don't worry, stones per night."
" This… Why don't we take the Mortal Rooms?" Ming Yuexin whispered. Long Ming chuckled as he pulled out the spirit stones and placed them before the receptionist.
" Here is 80,000 Spirit stones, We will be living here for two days."
The receptionist smiled as she gave them two tokens. " Please enjoy your stay. Also, Our seafood is very popular here."
Ming Yuexin was baffled as she followed Long Ming. Long Ming passed her the room token. " Here, take this."
" Haah, do we need to spend this much?" Ming Yuexin sighed. Long Ming chuckled. " Don't worry, Sister Ming. Think of it as my treat."
" So, Are we going to eat lunch here?"
Long Ming grinned as he walked outside of the inn. " Nope."
Ming Yuexin became confused again. Booking the room in the most luxurious inn but not eating there? What does he mean?
Soon, Long Ming and Ming Yuexin arrived in a small pub, that was filled with people. It was much smaller than the Sea Breeze Inn, and it was almost filled with people.
They ate and drank, and talked with loud voices. Ming Yuexin couldn't understand why they came here.
They finally found a seat as Long Ming called a waiter.
" Two of your best dishes with two jugs of special wine."
" Right away, Sir."
But before he could leave, Long Ming stopped her. He passed her a hundred spirit stones and looked at him.
" While our order is being prepared, How about you give me some intel regarding the Lan Family and the Huo Family?" Long Ming chuckled.
The waiter's eyes shone when he saw the pouch of spirit stones.
" Very well, Sir. You chose the right man."
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Regarding chapters turning premium, I will do it after this small arc ends, means there are still 10-15 chapters. Also, I am doing this to monetize my work, After all, this poor scholar needs some copper coins and silver taels to survive.