Completed Let's play Tale of Wuxia - Comic Sans Optional

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She's only interested in Gu, Shinji misunderstands.

 

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161 - Phoenix Rises

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I dunno why I'm very depressed today.

I think your mood is perfect for learning this Song of Sorrows and Joys of partings and meetings. Come here, let the sound of my Qin guide you.

OK, thank you Miss Celestial Melody.

She plays a really really sad tune.

This Song, when played with inner force could affect the flow of energy within the enemy's body. This song will not only ruin their mood, but also harm their physique. Practice it when you go back.

It's a martial arts move.

I continue to perfect my Poison arts, till I mastered it.

Time for another live test.

OK. So that's AOE option secured.
Now I need a good single target damage option.

But first...

 

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167 - Cowardly Man

Spoiler

Just gathering herbs around the area and check on you along the way.

Thanks for your concern!

Your master must be very strict on you. There are so many scars on your body and calluses on your hands.

That's the price of studying Kung Fu. It's perfectly normal.

By the way, I made some medicine recently. It can cure wounds and internal injuries, as well as strengthen your body. My dad tested it. It's definitely safe.

Uh oh.

Sounds awesome! Thank you, Miss Xiangyun, I'll take it immediately.

This guy's an addict already.

How about it? How do you feel?

MaxHP +50
MaxEnergy +50

Naisu!

Ahhh! It hurts! My waist, my tummy, my shoulder, everywhere hurts. It's killing me.

!!! Spoke too soon!

How can that be! Shi, hang on, let me examine you.

Feels like a thousand needles are pricking me.

That's not possible, it took me so long to brew it, I'm so sorry, Shi...

(Huh, she didn't notice?)

Turn around, Shi. Let me try to fix the problem. I'll try to improve your blood flow with a massage.

Oh, thanks - you're so sweet... (Man, I have no choice but to keep the act.)

What about now?

Ahhh, I feel SO much better!

Let's keep going like this.

Eh? Xiangyun, I'm fine now but I-

Whaaa! It hurts! It REALLY HURT! AHHH!!

Ha! Do you think I didn't notice? I've hit your acupoints, now you'll feel the pain for an hour. That's your punishment for lying to the doctor!

Ah!! I'm sorry, Xiangyun, please stop the pain! It really hurts. Aah, she's gone!

-2 Stamina for the turn.
Goddamn, you deserve it, idiot.

It's August and the Scholar visits Xiaoyao Valley for the Mid-Autumn Festival. He starts giving a quiz that is all in Chinese and of course completely untranslated.

Oh well, I'll take the +15 Wuxia Zi's Affection and free literature. Thanks!

Y'know I'm kinda worried about whole 'helping Xiangyun with the false hope' thing. But somehow it works out in the end when I strolled into the market.

I've got a bunch of gifts to deliver. But you need to follow my schedule. This is her name and the address... (This will help Xiangyun for sure!)

I'm pretty surprised when this happened. There was no clue whatsoever. I was strolling Wangyou Valley and kept running into Melody instead till it was greyed out.

Later...

Hi, mister!

Little Wan, how are you doing?

My cough is gone! The treatment is going well! That man sent me a lot of gifts to cheer me up, I'm really happy!

That's great! Oh, I also met that man when I was in town!

Really? How is he doing?

?

He's doing great! He asked me to take a letter to you!

Oh wow! Give it to me!

Wait, before I give it to you, I have to warn you that his hands were hurt at the time he wrote the letter, so the handwriting is a little bit weird.

I see, is he alright though?

Yeah, here you go, your letter!

Mmm. Oh.. hehe!

Wan, why are you so happy? What does the letter say?

The man wrote that he fell in love with a girl!

Eh?

He said the girl has beautiful long hair and wears a pretty blue dress. And she's gorgeous and more importantly, an amazing doctor. She's also very smart.

Puffhahahaha~

(Is it so funny? It took me a lot of courage to write it!)

Wtf you used a dead man's letter and a sick child to confess. And you want to talk about courage?

Doctor, I think he's describing you!

Haaa, really?

He doesn't write the name of the girl, but if you're the one, are you willing to be with him?

Hmmmm~

(Ahh?! Why the long pause! You know I wrote that letter!)

I think~

Mister, why are you crying?

Ignore him, he's an idiot.

 

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Why can't she use any of that in this game seriously?
A master of Hidden Weapon School and not a single hidden weapon employed.

 

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168 - Skill gap

Spoiler

Ah, I know! First brother is the champion of the last contest, I can ask him for help!

The sound of fighting can be heard from the training grounds.

Oh no! Ji's earlier than me!

The fight ends.

Tch! It's nothing!

Second brother, you're very emotional recently. What is wrong?

I told you- It's nothing.

Is it about the Young Heroes Contest?

...

You've worked very hard but you need to pace it. Don't push yourself beyond your limits.

Why...

Um? What?

You can get everything easily!

Huh?

I won't give up! I won't!

Ji ran away from the scene leaving a confused Yuexuan behind.

Ji, what's wrong with you?

(I never thought Jing Ji is that determined. I must make the same effort as well!) Yuexuan!

Ji... why did you say that?

AH! Di Fen! What's the matter? You almost broke my eardrums.

I want to practice with you some martial arts! Is it convenient now? (Don't ignore me, bro!)

Ah. No problem. After you.

I realized what every rank of Internal Poison meant. It's a 1% Reduction in HP & Energy per turn for every rank. So at Rank 10 - the enemy will start losing 10% per turn. Stack it with the Poison from Soul Breaking Palm and Poison Sword and it's only a matter of time before the enemy is completely drained of their energy.

Barring any irregular energy restoration powers or cleansing effect, any opponents that engage me for more than 5 turns will not have anything left in their tank.

Third brother, you seem driven today. What's your reason?

I've no choice, it's the only way to win the Young Heroes contest!

You want to join the contest too?

Of course! It's a dream for every disciple from every sect to take part in it. Why wouldn't I think the same?

You're right.

I hope First brother won't take sides when teaching us two juniors!

Ah, that's for sure!

Then I'll go back to my own training, thanks for the match!

See you!

...

Could I... get anything I want so easily?

 

[abnaxus]

There's a reason why most of Tianlong bigshots are poison experts.

 

[Kabas]

Would be cool if you could actually choose which sect to join.

 

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169 - Bounty Hunting

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Constable Shi, I see you're putting up new wanted posters. Who is this guy?

His name's Ding Hong, once a member of the Judiciary. He is now wanted for treason. The order came from His Majesty himself. The one who provide clues leading to his capture will be rewarded 5,000 qian and the one who capture him will be rewarded 50,000 qian.

Wah, that's a lot of money! There's gotta be a lot of hunters taking a crack at it.

It won't be easy. His martial skills is one of the best in the Judiciary. If you have any leads, please report to me immediately.

Of course I will.

Probably the forest.

Ah! I'm sorry. My hand slipped.

You think a simple apology would settle it? Get down here and kowtow to me as an apology!

Hey, aren't you a monk? Why are you so vindictive? Aren't you afraid that the Bodhisattva will punish you?

You dare insult me using my faith!?

So what! At least I'm not making a big deal out of nothing!

Brat! Come down here right now!

Why don't you try getting up here instead, ass head?

HUH! I'll cut this tree down! SHAOLIN PALM! AH!

CRACK!

Holy shit! You can cut down the tree with your bare hands?!!

Time to die!

Not a bad internal art.
His move set is also pretty good for duels.
But still no match to my poison combination...

I'll get you next time!

Oh, he left his wine glass behind. It's mine now!

Received Bronze Goblet.
Gonna go for another try in the forest...

Go away. I don't want to stain my blade with your blood!

Still proud even before death, eh? Very well then, I'll beat you up before taking you to court!

The man's too strong for the bounty hunter.

Argh! Mercy!

Leave!

Okay, okay! I'll leave now!

I've fallen so far, even scum like him thinks he can take me down.

That's right. Are you here for the bounty?

That's right, traitor! Constable Shi Gang told me all about you. Surrender!

Me? A traitor? Haha! Damn Shi Gang! He's too loyal to have his own judgment and conscience!

So it's true? You betrayed the Imperial Court?

Ha! The Emperor extorted excessive taxes and levies for his concubine to build a palace while the commoners starve during the winter.

All he cares about is his throne! He'd kill anyone who oppose him. Even his own brother!

What?

It's true! The emperor seized the throne by killing his own brother Prince Qin, the first heir to the throne. Prince Qin's death haunted him like a ghost from time to time.

And now, Duke Cheng, his younger brother, knows how to govern and becomes popular among the public. I was his loyal servant, and learned of an insidious plot.

Viewing the duke as a threat to his rule, the Emperor plots to make a false accusation. This way, killing Duke Cheng would be perfectly justifiable.

(Shit, why are you telling me all these things!)

I mustn't be captured. I won't be used as a tool to implicate my master! I will not surrender!

I'm not getting involved in this shit. This man is just a bounty.

I don't believe you. I'm taking you in.

 

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170 - Bash me instead

Spoiler

This Technique comes from the Golden Shaolin Armor Technique, when you master it, mere arms can't hurt you anymore. Master it in just 7 days, for just 2,000 qian only!

I know it's hard to believe, that's why I'm going to put this slab of rock on my chest, and my daughter Li will smash it with a hammer. Using this technique, I shall emerge unharmed.

...

(Elder Qi is too reckless, things can go really wrong!)

Li, I'm ready now, raise the hammer and smash the rock on my chest.

I...

Li, just do it! Hurry!

Dad, you're stupid! I won't do it! I hate you!

Li! Come back!

Li, are you okay?

Shi...

Hey, calm down. Just tell me what happened.

My dad's health is poor lately, and the money from our street performance is getting less and less...

So dad came up with this stupid idea to make money.

(Doing that in poor health... he must be really desperate.)

I understand how you feel now. *sigh* How could he risk death like that? That's just irresponsible of him.

Shi, I don't know what to do now! My dad's too stubborn... Uhuhuh...

Christ, why can't I just donate some cash?
Fine, fine, I'll do it.

Li, let me take his place.

Really? But it's dangerous! One mistake and you could get seriously injured, not to mention your bones...

Don't worry lah. I'm as strong as an ox. Come on, let's head back to your father before he does something stupid.

Thank you, Shi...

Kid, this is no joke. You're really gonna do it?

Don't worry, I got this. Li! You ready?

Here I go! HEiiiiyahhhH!

SMASH

Ahahha! That's nothing!

Reputation has increased by 5!

Whoa..it's no wonder my daughter likes you a lot. You're amazing kid. Hahaha! How about becoming a full time member of our troupe?

Dad!

Ahahah~

 

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171 - Drinking with Friends

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Well, after part-time work is over, it's time for drinks at the Tavern!

Jianhan!

You came here at the right time, I was worried about having no one to drink with!

Alright, let's drink then!

Cheers!

Cheers! Haha~ good wine!

Ah, let's enjoy ourselves while we can~ It's wrong to set goblets idle~ in the glory of the moon~

Wah, are you singing Li Bai's Bring in the Wine?

You know the poem?

Yes, Li Bai is called the Winebibber, who also loved drinking like us. His 'Bring in the Wine' expresses the boldness and generosity of the people who love to drink.

Yeah, every time I drink I think of this poem. When I get worked up after a few rounds, I would sing a few verses.

It actually sounded good. I wonder if I'll be lucky enough to hear you sing again?

Hahaha! That's no problem. Here we go!

Eh? Jiannan, are you here to drink as well? Come and take a seat!

You know each other?

Let me introduce you. Jianhan, this is Ren Jiannan, the young master of the Swordsmith's Manor. Jiannan, this is Fu Jianhan, my drinking buddy.

Ah! Young master, I'm very glad to meet you.

That's a great idea. I would never say no to that.

Alright, let's sing together! Fu takes care of the singing, Ren's on the instrument while I'll hum along.

Great idea!

After you!

Music +5 , oh thank goodness, I don't need to sweat that 95 anymore. Thanks, Ren.

Meeting you today totally calls for a celebration, drink up!

Hmm!

Eh, why are you two looking at me like that, don't you believe me?

Ren, I happen to have this very bad habit. If others won't drink with me, I get very angry!

Ah! Forgive me, Mister Fu!

Ren, just drink already, you don't want to make Fu angry!

Ah! Ah! Okay, I'll just have one. Just one...*glug glug glug*

I.. I don't think I can drink anymore.

*THONK*

I'm terrible I know~ But let's drink some more!

+20 Affection with Ren & Fu

Fu gonna Fu.

The following week...

What are you waiting for? Drink first, talk later!

Xiahou, I feel ashamed drinking your wine for free. I owe you one, you need anything just name it.

Your intuition is spot-on, Shi.

Ah, I see! (I was just being polite!)

Actually next month.. is my best friend's birthday... Furong's birthday.

Really? Only friends? Not lovers?

Eh! We can talk about that later! Anyway, I don't know what to give her as a present. Any good advice?

Why me?

Because... you seem to be well-received among girls.

Am I, really? Haha, sorry to make you feel that way... heh heh heh...

Bro, this is serious. As an uncouth fellow, I totally don't understand a girl's thought. Please help me, Shi!

Man, I dunno, all three sound really try-hards. OK, maybe the carved miniature sounds less extravagant. Let's go for that.

How about carving a miniature statue for her? If any girl does this for me, I'll be touched for sure!

Carving a statue? But... I'm not confident in my skills.

It's the thought that counts, Xiahou. It doesn't matter if you do it well or not, what's important is your feelings!

Feelings! I understand now! Haha, thanks a lot, Shi! I'll go back and carve one right now!

Eh!? Wait, at least leave the wine behind, I haven't finished drinking yet!

 

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172 - Good things must share

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Hey, Shi Yan, nice to see you! What's with the goat?

I just saw it tied to a tree, eating grass, so I brought it here.

(A leopard cannot change its spots.)

Hey! I borrowed this great bow from a general several days ago. Since I'm not using it, how 'bout I sell it to you?

How much?

For the sake of our long-term friendship, how about 5,000 Qian?

Well, money is no problem at the moment. Who knows I might wanna train hunting in the future...

OK. It's a deal.

Yay, cash on delivery, haha~ Ah. It's late, and I have to go back, I've got work at night. Here, take this goat as a gift.

Well, the goat will make a nice meal. It's not a bad deal.

Ah! Damn it! Guess I'll leave the goat behind! *runs*

I can't really tell if this bow is better, except it's more expensive than my current bow.
I got better at Appraisal and can now unlock higher rank chests.
It starts to give equipment. But they're just vendor trash.

Can sell for 750 qian.

Sells for 2000 qian. Wow. I can start buying up those food items for HP now.

Only the high-level ones give useful items like this:

That's a good replacement for current armor. It's not like I need the extra 50 DEF anyway.

 

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173 - The Hidden Plot

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At last, I was given the Master of Music title.

Thanks for leaving me hanging, teach.
Another stroll by the lake reveals two masters deep in discussion.

That's Xiahou's father and the other guy seems to be Master Tang of the Tangmen Clan.

Aiyah. We were taught by the same master and well-matched in strength. For the past 30 years, we both been on our guards. So it's really hard to seize the advantage.

For the past 30 years, most sects have reformed and strengthened themselves, except for the Blades which remains split. At this rate, the Blades will be nothing more than a memory. Are you not concerned, Master Xiahou?

Ha-ah... It's always on my mind. But I can't do anything about Ximen.

I heard the founder of your sect, Master Gongsun ever created a token of leadership. Why not seize this token and assume leadership?

The token was sealed away in Lingyun Cave by the previous grandmaster. The code of the Blades states that only the Grandmaster of Blades can have access to it. I cannot possibly break that rule, can I?

But, Master Xiahou, currently there are two claimants to the leadership of the Blades Clan. If one seizes the Token, does it not make him the new Grandmaster?

...

Though it may seem brash to do so, harsh times deserve harsh measures. For the future of the Blades, do you really want to be tied down by petty conventions? Besides, even if you respect the code, will Ximen Xuan think the same way?

Well...

I think you are much more aware than me that whoever strikes first prevails, and he who strikes last fails.

You're right, Master Tang. Fine then, for the future of the Clan, I shall do so! May I ask for your assistance?

Of course, I think this December would be a good time to bring our plans into motion.

As Brother Tang wishes.

Come then, let me buy a drink for the future Grandmasters of the Blades.

Hahaha, thank you.

Something fishy is going on here...

We tail Master Tang into the forest.

Heheh. Everything went exactly as you predicted, Master Tang. That old Ximen agreed without a second thought.

Hehe, when the time comes, we shall let them fight among themselves. And then...

We lose another tough rival in the martial arts world.

Ha ha ha ha ha...

(So they're planning to destroy both clans!)

I remembered Master telling me to stay away from their feud, but I just can't stand aside and let my good friend Xiahou Fei suffer this betrayal.

(I must find a way to stop them!)

 

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174 - Monk Astray

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Bah! I won't give up my freedom! Get out of my way!

I have my orders from the Grand Abbot. If you obstinately refuse to comply, I won't be kind to you.

I gave you a chance to walk away unharmed and you refuse?!! Good, let's see if you got what it takes!

You again?!

Shi.

Don't worry, I'm here to help you.

I'll take you both down!

This guy got an upgrade.

Still, it's just going to take me an extra round or two to drain his stamina completely.

Time to go back to a vegetarian diet.

Damn kids! Maybe next time!

This bad monk is pretty strong.

Tis sad that he's way ahead of me in terms of martial arts training. I'm afraid I'll never catch up to him.

Unfortunately he cares not for Buddha's teachings, only seeking to get stronger from martial arts. The demon in his heart engulfed him completely and he finally lost himself. Amitabha, Amitabha!

I feel so ashamed to involve you into this. I better return and tell the Abbot everything. Shi, see you soon.

It's no trouble, Xu Zhen.

More mining boxes yield weird stuff.

Uh, it's an accessory with 10% damage reflect. Not sure how useful that would be. But it's worth 5000 qian.

Ah Xiahou! I know, I know. I was his military counselor last month in his Furong campaign.

This must be his thank you letter. Let's read it.

Ha! As expected, Furong was even moved to tears after receiving the gift! Feelings do matter when you pursue girls after all! Haha ha~

Xiahou's affection increased by 30.

 

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175 - What's in a cup?

Spoiler

Back in the market, helping out the Qis.

Ah, really?

Kid, if you have some time, you can come here and perform that trick again. Not for free, of course. Besides, my daughter would be so happy to see you.

Dad, shhhhh!

I'd be glad to. Let's do it.

Really? Thanks, Shi! You're so kind to help us!

Hehe, I knew Li would be happy.

Hmph!

Master Qi, shall we perform the same trick again?

Well, aside from Rock Crushing, we have Flexible Bone and Qinggong Rope Skips. We should practice first, rehearse everything prior to the real performance.

It's too risky to try Flexibility since I have below 50.
And the Qinggong Rope Skip EXP is pointless since I'm already at 100.

OK, let's practice the rock crusher trick again.

Don't push yourself too hard, Shi!

It all went perfectly.
+5000 Toughness EXP

Shi, let me wipe the sweat off your face.

Thanks, Li!

Today went well. I'm sure the crowd will love it. Come back again for the real performance, kid.

More goodies from mining.

It's a Sword with good damage and +25% Counter chance. Too bad it still can't match up to the Poison Debuff.

Another stroll to the tavern...

If Yao couldn't drink a thousand bumpers, he wouldn't have built a peaceful country. If Confucius couldn't drink a hundred gallons, he wouldn't have become a sage. Drinking has been linked with politics and culture for a very long time.

(It's the Scholar and Yang Yun. So they know each other. What are they talking about? I'll just listen and not disturb them.)

You're right. Speaking of which, we should be thankful to the god of wine, Dukang.

No way, in Shouwon Jiezi, there was a passage, 'Once Yidi made wine, Yu tasted it and found it good, but he thought it would be bad for the country, so he distances himself from Yidi. And Dukang made wine from sorghum.' Therefore the real god of wine should be Yidi.

I don't think so, remember the saying "Who can unravel these woes of mine? I know but one, the Dukang wine." "I don't want to be an official, the only important thing for me is Dukang wine." If Dukang wasn't the first, then why is he so famous?

Nuh-uh, reputation doesn't justify authenticity!

Are you calling our ancestors liars?

My thoughts exactly. Sometimes it's best to avoid disagreeing over drinks.

Gentlemen, we are all friends here, there's no need for disagreements. Tao Yuanming of Jin Dynasty said it more clearly, "Yidi made wine and Dukang polished it." Therefore your two opinions are sensible.

Haha! You make sense! I can't argue with that. Forgive me, I was wrong. I'll punish myself by drinking three cups of wine.

Ah, I too am sorry for being stubborn. I will also punish myself by drinking three cups of wine.

(I didn't know alcohol had such a history. This is refreshing.)

Liquor skill +5

(Eh, wait a minute. That guy looks familiar. Ah! It's the guy who blabbed to Jiang Yu!)

Ah! It's nice to see you too. Hehe. You have a good memory.

It's well known that Shi Di Fen of Xiaoyao Valley is a genius with a handsome appearance and powerful martial arts. How can I forget such a person?

Ah... are you sure about that? (Since he's with Jiang Yu, I better be careful with what I say.)

Though we've met only once, I've been admiring you. Now that we've met today, I must have a drink with you. I wonder if you'd like to join me.

No problem. I'm curious about you too.

(He's a friend of Jiang Yu, what have I got to fear?) It would be impolite of me to decline. Let's have a drink.

After you.

Ah, what a great pity.

Why? (Here we go.)

Because we have good wine, but lack a good set of cups to drink from.

Huh? Why not? We have bowls here, we can make do with them.

We mustn't do that! Different wines require different cups to drink from. The jade cup is perfect for Fen Spirit. A poem of Tang Dynasty saids: By Jade bowl here comes amber light. So a bowl or cup made of jade would enhance the color of the wine.

Oh god. Wine autism.

Really? (It kinda makes sense...)

The flavor of this Northern Spirit is great, but it lacks bouquet. But it would be great if you drank it with a rhino horn cup. The horn enhances the wine's scent. Traditions don't lie.

That's... interesting.

As for grape wine, of course, we should use the luminous cup. An ancient poet once said: Oh the mellow wine shimmering in the luminous stone cup! I am going to drink it on a horse, when the army horn suddenly sounds, urging me to charge out. You know that grape wine has a deep red color. If males are seen drinking that, it would be seen that we lack heroism.

Stahp.

But after it is poured into the luminous cup, its color is so similar to the blood that drinking it is just like drinking blood. Yue Fue's poem says: To quench my thirst, I'd drink the blood of Huns, while laughing and chatting; To satiate my hunger, I would make Tartars' flesh my faire. How heroic is that!

Great! That does sound pretty heroic indeed! Anything else? This is all interesting!

He's wayyy gone.

Then let's talk about Kaoliang spirit and rice wine. The former is the oldest wine. In Xia Dynasty, Yi Di made wine for Yu to drink. That wine is the Kaoliang spirit. We must use the bronze goblet to drink it to follow the ancient practices.

As for rice wine, though the superior rice wine is tasty, it is quite dry. We have to use a dipper to drink it so that it can embody the masculinity.

Amazing. I didn't know you were so erudite. I learned a lot today indeed. There's so much meaning behind wine and their cups. I am impressed!

You are welcome. I read these in old Master Huanghe's Book of Wine. It is the ancestors who are erudite, not me.

You're too modest! Come, I've learned so much from you, please drink, Ah I forgot that you don't drink without good cups. Sorry, but you can only watch me drink.

I do not mind. It's more interesting to watch others drinking.

Really?

Their manner of imbibing wine displays their true virtue. By observing others drinking, I can tell what kind of person one is. Isn't that interesting?

Ha ha ha! Then.. what kind of person am I?

Shi is, of course, an elegant and benevolent person.

Oh, man. You're a nice guy indeed. I was wrong about you.

You thought I'm a bad person?

Ah.. (Fuck I let that one slip.)

Haha, I'm just joking. Do not mind me. It is late now, please excuse me for leaving so soon. Let's drink together next time.

Okay.. Ah, remember to bring good wine cups then, otherwise, you will watch me drinking again.

Watching you isn't such a bad experience. Goodbye, Shi.

Though he seems to be pretentious, he is sincere after all. But I wonder what's his relationship with Jiang Yu?

 

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176 - Nope

Spoiler

Nowhere in particular. Your call.

Uh, Jing Ji, what's the matter with you?

?

No rude remarks? Snappy comebacks? Today, you sound so...normal.

What's wrong with you! You're scaring me, man!

I guess you really want to get beaten up, huh?

Heheh, don't get mad, bro. It'll add to your wrinkles.

Can you cut out the nonsense? If you don't hurry and choose, I'm leaving.

Hey, Jing Ji. I know what you need, you need a girl. So I know this nice performer. I'm sure you'll get along fine...

Boring! How about you go play by yourself and I'll hang out on my own.

So hard to please!

And so the two split up.

Ah, this is quite troublesome.

Master Qi! What's wrong with Li?

Shi? Leave me alone... Uhuuu~

Aiyah, there's a period of time every month when a woman would feel uncomfortable.

Ugh~ Daddy! Don't tell him! I hate you!

Li's mother passed shortly after Li is born. As a single father, I don't really know how to take care of my daughter. Li's suffering ever since young. It really hurts my heart to see her like this.

(I know some medical skills, maybe I can help?)

Eh, help her IMO. That's what learning medical skill is for right?

Master Qi, I have a little knowledge of medicine. I can give Li a massage to relieve her pain. What do you think?

Li, what do you think?

I - Shi's not a bad person, I won't mind if it's him.

Looks like she really likes you, kid.

Dad cut the crap! Ahhhhh it hurts~

I won't mention it anymore haha~ Shi, go ahead. Please treat my daughter.

Here goes...

Kid! Where are you touching my daughter?!

Dad! It's embarrassing, please don't!

But you gave me permission to-

I don't care! Bastard, I'll beat you up! Stop running!

I'm outta here!

A new internal art? It's a little late to practice for the Young Heroes tournament. Almost maxed out my Poison Art. What could it be though/

Uh... let's end the update here.

 

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177 - Retribution

Spoiler

I think I'm ready for anything. Beast Sword Art is at 9. And Sword Skill at 70ish.
Don't think I need anything else. That Decaying Flower Art doesn't seem that useful, gradual increase in Evasion up to 40% and Killing Momentum (free turn after killing).

It will take a long time to train up to get it to Rank 10, so I rather just skip it for now. Besides, I don't want to cut my genitals.

Every show gives +Rep and cash, but no more Toughness EXP. Why though?

November is here.

One should keep his promise.

Follow me, we'll ambush that Dharma-raja Likong together.

Jiang Yu can fight?

Dharma-raja Likong, it's never too late to repent. Leave the Sutra of 42 Chapters alone and we shall pretend this has never happened.

Ridiculous! You think the two of you can force me to surrender?

This guy is pretty strong last time, I needed to rely on petty fan tricks to win.

*CRACK*

His joints are making a sound! Jiang! He's using his advanced technique!

Ah, the Dragon and Elephant Prajna Art. An exclusive tantric art that consists of 13 levels. It allows its practitioners to strike an extremely powerful blow that hits with the force of 10 elephants and 10 dragons.

The tantric disciple Goshir Jinlun who can compete with the top 5 martial artists spent almost 50 years to reach only the 10th level. By my estimates, Dharma-raja Likong is merely at the 6th or 7th level...

! (This boy knows?!)

(Jiang, you're a fearsome enemy.)

Cut the crap! I shall end your lives today!

Holy crap. Look at that damage.

Jiang Yu's just brutal as fuck. I totally did not expect this kid to have that kind of killing power. Maybe his HP is lacking, but that was big boy damage. If triggers combo on turn one he can deal 4k damage easily. I hope he's not in the Young Heroes Contest.

Damn! I lost him!

Never mind, the Sutra is safe.

Speaking of the Sutra, why does he want it?

I don't know either, but we better return it to Baima Temple.

Abbot, the Dharma-raja Likong tried to steal this book. Shi and I managed to stop him.

Amitabha, you two are selfless. The martial arts world is grateful to have you two.

We of Baima Temple practice an ancient Internal Style to focus our mind and cleanse our body. I shall teach you two this style. I hope to see you two continue to do good deeds in the future.

Thanks!

Picked up the Lotus Internal Arts.

Don't really see the need to train that skill now.

Big payday. 4000 qian for performance. And some rep. Not bad.

At last, it's finally December.

One sec, let me post this update.

*bump*

Oh, shit. My coffee cup.

 

[abnaxus]

Jiang Yu, son of Jiang Bigshot is marked as City of Heaven's Will. Kind of a spoiler.

 

[abnaxus]

 

[Nahel]

I want to play the prequel but I am afraid of the translation. How is it abnaxus?

 

[abnaxus]

Better than I feared, worse than I hoped. Good enough to always understand what's going on. Extremely rarely there are remnants of Chink script or blank lines.

 

[RK47]

178 - Chosen One

Spoiler

Uh.

OK.

Yes, master. I will try my best to win glory for our valley.

Man, what the heck just happened? Jing Ji was bypassed completely? And he said nothing about it. That's damn weird.
I'm guessing it's because my affection level with Master Wuxia is high.

Oh well, back to strolling.

Disappeared?! Does she know how to use magic? Wait, let me see if there's any hidden mechanism...

I guess I have to follow her. The girl always likes to pull off some crazy stuff. Alone, she might get into trouble.

Appraisal check successful.

Yan! What are you doing here?

Shi? That's my line! Are you following me?

I saw you sneaking about, so I followed you here. Are you planning another heist?

Oh, I'm in desperate need of money to buy food, so I decided to seek out the treasures buried here.

Poor?! Didn't you sell off all your loot for money?

Shi, you're so sarcastic! Meanie!

Yan, I told you many times not to steal things; why don't you listen?

Shi, this place is more than a hundred years old! Or maybe over a thousand years!!

Who knows? It does look very ancient.

Since this place is so ancient, the owners must've passed away a long time ago right?

Well yeah, if they're humans they can't possibly live that long.

Since all the owners are dead, then no one owns anything in this place! So what's wrong with me looting it? How can you say I'm stealing?

Fine, you win!

Huh!?

Wow! It's a ghost in red! Ghosts actually exist?! Ulp... I promise I won't rob your tomb again, please spare my life~

She's no ghost, she's the guardian Yaksha! What are you doing here, villain?

What a joke! How upright you are, grave robber! If you can be here, why can't I?

(She got me there.)

Hehe, you youngsters dare to break into my hideout. I won't let you expose us and ruin our plans.

Right, you two should stay here forever. I'll even prepare two coffins for you. Accept my generous offer, okay?

Shi, she thinks we're a couple. I'm so embarrassed!

This isn't the time!

Kill them.

She's not so tough. 4000 HP is not a big deal. Especially with Shi Yan on my side.

Mowed down the cultists like McNuggets.

Sorry, you're too high class for me.

Hmph. (Is it my imagination? Why does this kid look so identical to him?)

What's with the silence?

Never mind, looks like I can't kill you today. I don't need this place anymore, if you want it so badly, I'll give it to you. Ha ha ha!

BOOM!

Damn it! We can't get out?

Are we going to die here? There's a lot of things we need to do... *Sob*

Don't be afraid, Sparrow, there's gotta be another way. Do you have any solid food with you?

Only enough for one person for three days...

(Looks like we're really in trouble this time...)

 

[Nahel]

You had a duel with Jing Ji, probably the last one. Basically the winner goes to the young hero competition. That is also a part of why Jing Ji was so pissed

 

[RK47]

179 - Seven Days Later

Spoiler

Butterflies, butterflies, so many butterflies...

This is bad, her fever is getting serious. She's hallucinating.

It must be the malnutrition and malaria in this place! And I still can't find the exit! Are we gonna die here?

C'mon! Don't die a virgin! Do it already!

*Squeak*

Huh? Is that a rat? Wait, I did not notice these rats before. That means they must be a recent arrival. So there has to be a hole that we can get through! I'll check near the rats! It's my only hope!

Here. There's a small crack.. I can see the surface! I can try shouting for help through it.

ANYONE OUT THERE! WE'RE TRAPPED DOWN HERE! HELP US!

PLEASE ! ANYONE! I don't wanna die here!

Is that?

Xiangyun!

Later...

Xiangyun! Thank you so much...

If you hadn't found us, Swallow and I would have been trapped and died! Oh, how is she?

Uh, what's wrong with her why is she so angry?

Di Fen, I'm afraid you still have a lot to learn about a girl's heart.

I don't wanna hear that from you, Gu.

Eh, First brother, you were also pretty awkward when you met Miss Cao, and now you said this to me!

Ah.. why do you have to bring that up now?

Hehehe, it's good to be young.

Di Fen, you are fortunate that you managed to beat one of the Cult Guardian. I am glad to see your rapid progress, however...

My apologies, Master.

Hmph! The good thing is...

You've returned safely. Everything is good as long as you're fine. Yes, as long as you're fine...

Don't make us worry like that, Di Fen.

I'm sorry! Everyone is so concerned about me, I'm really very happy!

It's normal, we're family after all. I'll tell you a secret: even Jing Ji spared no effort to look for you and even tried harder than anyone else.

See? He's not here. He's still embarrassed to see you. He he.

Huh..really?

By the way Miss Shi Yan regained consciousness just now. You might want to see her off.

Ah, okay!

Brother Shi, I'm almost fully recovered. People will worry if I'm absent for so long. Thanks, I have to go now.

So you're not living by yourself?

Wow, Shi! You're looking down on me? I also have my partners!

Then how come I only see you alone all the time?

I'll introduce them to you when I've the chance.

(Thieves guild perhaps?)

Well OK. But I gotta tell you something this time! I'm serious. Look at you, you're always going after all this ill-gotten gains, no wonder you always run into serious trouble all the time! If not for me, you would've been killed by the Cult of Tianlong.

And I backed you that one time you stole something from Gong Guanjie and I even saved you from Constable Shi Gang! Shi Yan, I can't always be around to save you. When are you going to grow up?

...

Hey, say something! And don't make that pitiful face. It won't work this time!

Brother Shi... thank you.

What? I scolded you and you thanked me?

Nobody has ever worried about me and treated my business as their own business like you did. It's impossible not to feel touched.

I- uhh.

But if I don't do these things, what else can I do? I had to resort to this to survive, who will support me?

No one wants to live like this if they don't have to.

Eh, why don't you just... stay at the Valley? I'm sure we can feed another mouth.

That's not a problem. Let me support you.

Ah...

What? (Why did I say such a thing all the sudden?)

Who- who needs your support?! I'm a strong independent woman! Don't flatter yourself! Can you afford to support me?

Puff~ Hahahahah!

What's so funny?!

I didn't expect you to react like this. Hahahah.

Stop laughing. Is it that fun to bully people?

Swallow, you look cuter than usual.

Who cares whether you like me or not! I'll ignore you and leave! Humph, don't act so smug!

Haha, usually it's the other way around. Looks like it's my win today. Hahahah!

 

[RK47]

180 - Damage Control

Spoiler

3 x 30 +10 = 100

Even so, I better follow her. Who knows what trouble she will get into.

Hahaha, do you miss me or the gifts? Come on, everyone gets one! One at a time, no need to push!

You're the best, sis!

Be a good boy and finish your meals then I'll bring more gifts for you. Jia, did you help Dongdong take her medicine?

Yes, she's almost fully recovered. She's still asleep like a pig, let me wake her up.

No, no. Let her rest! I'll stay home all day today to take care of you all.

That's great, Sister Yan! Are you going to tell stories of brother Shi today?

Ugh. There's nothing worth telling about that idiot.

But you looked so happy when you tell us about him every time. He must be a big hero!

When are you gonna marry him?

You, you~ Cut it out!

Who says you are a villain?! You're the best person in the world. I'll beat whoever says that! Right guys?!

You... Ugh. My eyes are itchy. Must be the lack of sleep. Brats, it's cool outside, get inside and keep yourselves warm! I'll spank whoever misbehaves!

Okay...

Eh! Why are you here?! You followed me?!

I saw everything. Are all these kids...

Yes. They're all the orphans I've adopted.

...

I was alone ever since I was little, I've been though hard times with no one to depend on. There was one point in my life that I was almost sold to the Hall of Vernal Delights.

But I know there are many more children living a more miserable life than me. So I try my best to give these kids a loving home.

I see. So that's why you stole all those things...

Shi, promise me, please don't tell these children that I am a thief...

I know what I did isn't right and I don't want them to follow my footsteps. I want them to grow up normally.

I know what you mean. I'll help you.

Huh?

I told you I'll support you, right? I always mean what I say.

I'm an orphan too. I know exactly how you and these kids feel. Please let me help you.

Why? You don't have to! We're not related. I even caused you so much trouble! You should hate me for that! Why are you being nice to me?

I don't know the true reason myself. But ever since I learned that you're doing this for the kids, I felt that... I cannot just leave you be.

Perhaps there's a swallow who has nested in my heart? And now I must take care of it.

You...

You better not regret that.

Uh? Why?

This is gonna cost you a lot. Beware. Maybe I will make you broke.

Sister Yan! Who's this? Is he brother Shi?

Ah! Didn't I tell you kids to go inside?

Mommy, what's wrong? Are you embarrassed?

SMACK

AH! Why'd you hit me!

Ah! There goes Sister Yan's Punishing Smack! Even a hero like brother Shi can't match it either...

INSIDE! NOW!

Aw... (She's acting like a real mom.)

 

[RK47]

181 - The Rivals

Spoiler

There's a lot of other contestants. Let's test our memory and see if we can remember most of them.

And that's all of them. Time to take the test.