Douluo: Unparalleled General, Starting by Deceptive Thousand-Snow-Peak 135

Chapter 135: Xue Qinghe’s Farewell Gift

Nan Feihuang followed Xue Qinghe to the academy’s garden. Under the cool pavilion, only the two of them were present.

“Xue Ge, you specifically called me here. Is there something important?” Nan Feihuang asked.

“Actually, it’s nothing special. I just felt a little reluctant to see you leave, so I prepared a gift for you as a farewell present,” Xue Qinghe said.

“A farewell gift?”

“Yes. You know where Ge has been on his incognito private visits these past few days, right? Many places. One of them was a visit to my teacher, Master Ning of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. I obtained this from him—something you’ve always wanted, haven’t you?” Xue Qinghe took a book from his bosom. On the cover were several large characters: “Introduction to Mind Control.”

“This is…the introductory mental cultivation method for Mind Control?” Nan Feihuang exclaimed. How did Xue Qinghe know he needed this? He had previously determined his future path, and for that purpose, he needed to visit both the Haotian Sect and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. His purpose in visiting the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was to obtain the Mind Control technique.

“That’s right, this is Mind Control. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect’s Mind Control is a highly guarded secret technique, divided into five stages: Three-Aperture Governing Heart, Four-Aperture Constant Heart, Five-Aperture Scattering Heart, Six-Aperture Wishful Heart, and Seven-Aperture Exquisite Heart.”

“Each stage requires a special cultivation method. Even I couldn’t obtain the complete set. But before these five stages, there’s an introductory section, the Art of Dual-Mind Usage. Only after mastering this introductory section can you cultivate true Mind Control.”

“While Ge couldn’t obtain the true technique, Master Ning wasn’t stingy with giving this introductory section to his disciple. Ge knows you only need this introductory part, right?” Xue Qinghe looked at Nan Feihuang, his tone extremely confident.

Nan Feihuang nodded. “But how did Ge know about my future plans?”

“Because, I’m your Ge!” Xue Qinghe laughed.

She wasn’t just Xue Qinghe; she was Qian Renxue.

Back when their hands clasped together, facing enemies side-by-side, their hearts connected. From the moment Qian Renxue used Nan Feihuang’s spear technique to defeat the Guangling Sacred Beast, she understood the meaning behind his persistent practice of the Eighteen Single-handed Thrusts.

In Qian Renxue’s heart, Nan Feihuang was her number one “little lapdog” (a term of endearment). Giving a little treat to her “little lapdog” once in a while was only right, wasn’t it?

She actually had another gift, but that gift couldn’t be given using Xue Qinghe’s identity.

“Thank you, Xue Ge!” Nan Feihuang readily accepted the gift.

He indeed didn’t need the subsequent techniques; this introductory section was enough. After all, he only had two hands, and he didn’t need any Three-Aperture Governing Heart or Four-Aperture Constant Heart.

The Dunjia Heavenly Book didn’t contain any dual-mind usage techniques. Nan Feihuang had tried learning the old eccentric’s self-invented method of drawing a square with one hand and a circle with the other, but unfortunately, his mind was too complex. Even if it couldn’t compare to Xun Yu’s, it was far more complex than an average person’s.

He simply couldn’t calm down enough to practice dual-mind usage.

Therefore, the only solution was to obtain the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect’s Mind Control.

Their technique didn’t place high demands on the cultivator’s mentality. As long as one could endure the tedious cultivation process, anyone could cultivate it. It was the most suitable method for Nan Feihuang at this time.

While not getting the full technique was a pity, Xue Qinghe had surely done her best. Sect secrets – how could Ning Fengzhi easily pass on the true essence?

His acceptance of Xue Qinghe as a disciple was merely to draw closer the relationship between the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Tian Dou Empire’s royal family; he never intended to truly pass on his mantle to Xue Qinghe.

The original story agreed to give it to Tang San because Tang San had helped them immensely. His hidden weapons compensated for the lack of attack power in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect’s direct disciples, and the immortal herbs further enhanced Ning Rongrong’s Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Tower, therefore he agreed to fully impart Mind Control.

Xue Qinghe, merely a disciple, could not expect to obtain it simply by asking.

Ning Fengzhi gave her some face by giving her the introductory section.

After discussing the important matters, the two returned to the dormitory. Xue Ke had already cleaned the dormitory, which hadn’t been lived in for several days. This princess, when doing housework, was surprisingly skilled.

The three of them went out together to the largest restaurant in Tian Dou City.

This place only served nobles, not commoners, and was extremely luxurious. Yu Tianheng had already reserved a private room.

Except for Qin Ming, who was still recovering from a serious injury, everyone else was present.

“Cheers!!!”

Everyone raised their cups and drank them down in one gulp.

“Feihuang, you’re leaving in a few days, but remember, we’re brothers. Yanzi is your sister, and I’m your brother-in-law. If you need help, come to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan to find me,” Yu Tianheng said.

Du Gu Yan nodded in agreement. “Tianheng is right. Anyone who dares to bully you, come find your sister. Although we young people aren’t that powerful, the three of us have three Title Douluo behind us. We’re not afraid of anyone.”

“Hey, Tianheng, Yanzi, what are you worrying about? With my young master’s strength, who could bully him, right?” Os Luo stood behind Nan Feihuang, massaging his shoulders. Although Nan Feihuang had forgiven his debt, he seemed to still be a bit of a “yes-man.”

“Without saying anything else, if you need my help, and it’s within my ability, I won’t refuse,” Yu Feng said concisely. Not making sweeping promises, only committing to what he could do, made his words all the more sincere.

“Xun Yu, take this sea lantern flower seed. When you get back, make sure to plant it for me. I like having our home filled with sea lantern flowers,” Ye Lingling handed a bag of seeds to Xun Yu.

Xun Yu smiled slightly, his heart filled with joy. Ye Lingling’s meaning was clear – his home was also her home. “Don’t worry, Lingling. I promise our home will always be fragrant with sea lanterns.”

“Everyone, Wenruo and I would like to thank you all for your care over these past three years.”

The two stood up together and drained their cups to express their gratitude.

“Ge, what’s wrong with you? You don’t seem to be in a very good mood,” Xue Ke looked at Xue Qinghe strangely. While the others were also reluctant to see him go, their moods were good; they were using joy to celebrate their friend’s departure, to dilute the bitterness of separation.

Only Xue Qinghe was somewhat subdued.

“Nothing. I just think that once Feihuang leaves, the days ahead will be a little lonely,” Xue Qinghe said helplessly.

For three years, she had completely adapted to having Nan Feihuang by her side. During the day, they worked together as confidants and like-minded people, discussing the future. At night, she resumed her identity as Qian Renxue and exchanged letters with him, pouring out their hearts.

Once Nan Feihuang left, whether as Xue Qinghe or Qian Renxue, she would only be able to communicate through letters. They might not see each other again for several years.

Seeing the loneliness in Xue Qinghe’s eyes, Nan Feihuang’s heart stirred. Her unconcealed reluctance was genuine. Compared to Yu Tianheng and Du Gu Yan, the person who was most reluctant to see him go was indeed her, wasn’t it?

But for some reason, at that moment, Nan Feihuang himself felt a similar emotion.

After the gathering ended, Nan Feihuang returned to the dormitory. He opened the door, leaned against it, and without turning on the light, pressed his left hand against his chest and murmured, “Why do I…suddenly feel a little reluctant to leave?”

(End of Chapter)

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