strictlysupreme Chapter 194 Departure to the West
Chapter 194 Departure to the West
Ning Xiaoxi paused for a moment, then turned to walk onto the street where her house was located without replying.
"Phew!" She let out a long breath. What on earth was Di Kui trying to do? Her heart was pounding in her chest. The Mo family originally trained the Mo Shadow Guards for the king, and Di Kui was a collateral branch. Did he want to seize power? He was just a bodyguard, did he have to work so hard? It would be fine if he could gain benefits openly, but doing it secretly was pathetic.
Last time, Tianji mentioned that she should go to the west, and she thought it was just a casual remark. Now it seems it's not that simple. What's in the west? Why does she absolutely have to go?
[Tuanzi, what's so special about the source of the West?]
The western region is extremely hot and dry, mostly desert, unsuitable for human habitation. The Celestial Master Trial is the only major event there, and each trial involves a massive undertaking.
[The Celestial Master Trial?] She remembered Li Jia, the official she had met in Beixiao City. He had come to Beixiao with Tian Hui after completing the western trials. [How often are the trials held? Is this one coming soon?]
The Celestial Master Trials are arranged according to the Celestial Masters' innate magical talents, with the western region primarily focusing on fire and earth elemental talents. There is no fixed time limit; the trial can be held as long as there are at least one hundred Celestial Masters registered in the fire and earth elemental categories. A basic requirement is that these Celestial Masters are not listed under any of the Heavenly Fiends or Earthly Fiends.
【Wait, does that mean I can't register?】
Why did you sign up?
Right, the trials are useless to her; she just maxes out her skills directly.
"Xiao Xi?"
Ning Xiaoxi turned around and said, "Brother, you're back."
When did you get back?
"I just got back a little while ago. Lord Di Kui came to talk to me, and I was just about to go home." Ning Xiaoxi smiled and moved closer to her brother. She had grown taller; she had noticed last time that she was already taller than her brother's shoulder, and she was happy about it.
Seeing his younger sister's expression, Ning Ziqing knew exactly what she was thinking. He tapped her forehead and said, "Our Xiaoxi has grown taller and is almost as tall as her brother."
"No, no!" The smile couldn't be hidden.
"What are you two laughing about?" Ming Luoying stood at the gate, looking at the brother and sister who had returned together.
“Mother, little sister has grown taller.” Ning Ziqing spoke up for Ning Xiaoxi.
Ming Luoying led Ning Xiaoxi through the door, saying, "I was just wondering if our Xiaoxi has grown taller, but before I could say anything, Xiaoxi went out."
"Mother, next time I come back, I will catch up with my brother." Ning Xiaoxi raised her head proudly.
“Xiao Xi, there’s been no news from You these past few days. I heard that Lord Tianji is also leaving. Do you still need to hide away?” Ning Ziqing still didn’t want his sister to suffer too much.
"Lord Di Kui just came over and told me that Lord Tian Ji wants me to go to Xilin City to meet him and go on an inspection tour of the west."
"Why are you suddenly going to the west?" Ming Luoying felt that it was better to give up being a Taoist priest and just honestly run a shop and farm in this small county town.
“Mother, although Lord Tianji is not very reliable, he has helped me before. Since he is in trouble this time, I still want to do my part.”
“Xiao Xi is right.” Ning Shi appeared behind the three of them without anyone noticing.
"Dad!" Ning Xiaoxi rushed to Ning Shi's side.
"Wow, our little Xi has grown taller!" Ning Shi looked at his little girl very seriously.
Ning Xiaoxi's joy was palpable. "Mmm, mmm, I've grown taller."
"Haha, okay. Come on, let's go inside and talk."
Inside the east room.
Ning Xiaoxi sat cross-legged on the kang (a heated brick bed) and poured a cup of tea for her parents and brother.
"I gained a lot from this trip. I went out under the name of Master Tianji before, so this time I'll just consider it as repaying that favor."
Ning Shi nodded. "The Third Prince's pardon is on its way. Once the Third Prince's commoner status is confirmed, Youzhou will be peaceful for a while. Lord Tianji's departure at this time must have been opportune!"
"What happened that made His Majesty change his mind?"
"The third prince's mother is pregnant."
Ning Xiaoxi was somewhat surprised; there was such a reason! That was amazing.
"Well, it seems that things will be calm for a while for now."
"Going to the west with Lord Tianji, I don't know how long it will take. I might not be able to communicate with my family for a while." Ning Xiaoxi bit her lip. If something happens while she's away, she won't be able to get back in time. Even if she condenses the magic book for her brother, cultivation will still take time.
[Ding! The Demon-Slaying and Exorcising skill "Advanced Mind Link" has been awakened, establishing a mental link between the caster and the designated person, allowing the caster to directly transmit their understanding and insights of knowledge to the depths of their disciples' hearts.]
This came at the perfect time. After maxing out her skills, she immediately maxed out her brother's skills as well. With the explanation and in-depth understanding of the magic book, her brother's skills could also be improved quickly.
After Ning Xiaoxi quickly got off the kang (a heated brick bed), she took Ning Ziqing's hand and returned to the room, leaving Ning Shi and Ming Luoying looking at each other in bewilderment.
"Brother, I'll teach you my new skills, martial arts and talismans to the advanced level, and then leave the magic book to you so that it won't hinder your continued cultivation."
After speaking, Ning Xiaoxi activated the Mind Chain Enlightenment, directly bringing Ning Ziqing into her mind and allowing him to learn intermediate and advanced martial arts techniques. She logged off after transmitting the information, but Ning Ziqing didn't receive it so quickly, continuing to immerse himself in the mind to experience the skills and mysteries of the martial arts.
Ning Xiaoxi condensed spellbooks for intermediate and advanced martial arts techniques. After thinking for a moment, she decided not to leave a spellbook for advanced talismans for the time being, as they required too much spiritual power, and her brother's level and spiritual power were not yet sufficient to support him in drawing advanced talismans.
As night fell and the bright moon hung high, Ning Ziqing awoke from his reverie, only to realize with a start that although he had a profound understanding of intermediate and advanced martial arts techniques, he was unable to use them. His spiritual power and physical body were insufficient to support his use of these skills.
Ning Xiaoxi handed the magic book to Ning Ziqing, "Brother, I'm teaching you the skills in advance in case I'm away for too long and can't guarantee your continued cultivation. After I leave, Father and Mother will rely on you."
Ning Ziqing felt that the scriptures he received this time were heavier than the last. All he could do was ensure the safety of his parents and himself, so that Xiaoxi could do what she wanted to do with peace of mind.
The night passed quickly, and as dawn was breaking, Ning Xiaoxi stepped out of her room.
Ming Luoying held back her tears.
Ning Shi patted Ning Xiaoxi on the shoulder, "Be careful."
Ning Ziqing escorted Ning Xiaoxi to the door, saying, "Don't worry, your brother is here."
Ning Xiaoxi smiled brightly and waved to Ming Luoying and Ning Shi at the gate, "Father, Mother, I'll be back soon."
With one step, light and shadow flickered, and the aurora borealis shimmered, creating a beautiful and dazzling spectacle in the air. Ning Xiaoxi's figure disappeared into that mesmerizing light and shadow.
Tears streamed down Ming Luoying's cheeks.