nChapter 332 – Unexpected Crane

nTranslated by: Berrrybunz

nEdited by: TN, Leo Z, XRCO, Natsuriayako, and DeAndreR

nThe dazzling silver light was like a river of stars that broke out under the skies, exploding in Yong Xian Zhong’s eyes.

nThat caused Yong Xian Zhong to be stunned. There was actually someone who was able to produce such a dazzling spear aura!

nGuang Wu, who was caught off guard, watched as the silver light covered his vision, but he was also a very fierce man. Not only did he not feel fear, but it instigated his fierce character, and with a snort, his blood red blade aura became more congealed.

nBang!

nGuang Wu felt a surprising force passing through his blade body. His hands suddenly felt hot, and his blade was almost flung off. He groaned and held tightly to the blade handle, his body flying higher as he followed the momentum of the force.

nLing Xu was not in a good shape either. The opponent’s attack had used the power of gravity, and his body had taken the force as well.

nHe and Flamingo were like a ball that got struck by a heavy hammer. They were slammed straight into the sand dune, and under the strong attack, half of the sand dune was immediately blown apart, causing the surrounding air to be misty with sand.

nGuang Wu stabilized his body and floated down. Although he had used the force of gravity to amplify his attack, it was a weak method of attacking, and would be rendered useless fighting a formidable opponent in mid air. Without borrowing the gravity to attack, and merely by exchanging attacks, sparks were formed.

nSeeing this, he squinted his eyes. As he looked at Ling Xu, he snorted: “Little one, state your name! This old man here will not kill a nameless hero!”

nThe young man with the silver spear in front of him caused him to feel a bit of fear.

nLing Xu’s orange pupils were already aroused by Guang Wu’s attacks, and the fighting intent in his chest was to its maximum, making him lazy to reply. He simply snorted: “I’ll kill you.”

nWith that, Flamingo shot out like an arrow leaving the bow, straight towards Guang Wu.

nGuang Wu was startled by Ling Xu’s “I’ll kill you”, and became so angry he started to fume. The asshole meant that he himself was also a nameless hero? Guang Wu had been famous for 30 years, and had been to countless constellations, fought over 100 battles, and the total blood he had lost could become a river. People were afraid of him, people curried favor with him, people desired to kill him, but never did people see him as a nameless hero.

nNameless Hero!

nGuang Wu was so angry, he clenched his teeth and raged: “Little one, you’re dead! Today, I will chop you up into 8 pieces!”

nLing Xu, who was going towards Guang Wu, suddenly leaned forward, bringing about whistling wind as he spoke out two cold words: “An idiot!”

nWith that, Flamingo suddenly increased the weight of its steps, and its speed suddenly increased.

nIn the blazing fireball, the white robe with golden lines fiercely drifted, the silver hair danced with the wind.

nThe spear tip gradually grew closer to Guang Wu.

nGuang Wu, who was angry, laughed and bellowed: “Die!”

nThe big blade in his hands suddenly swept up from below!

nHis blade looked extremely slow, but it actually weighed ten thousand kg, and the blood red aura around it had congealed to the point of being real. The blood aura kept circulating, like a strange, demonic wriggling, live blood plasma, the smell of it could choke anyone.

nThe silver light burst open once again!

nThe silver and red light auras clashed, causing countless sparks and intertwining colors, it was actually very beautiful.

nThe two of them groaned at the same time.

nGuang Wu had an abundance of fighting experience, and when the opponent’s old force was just gone and was about to release his next move, he knew it was his best opportunity. That was a logic everyone knew, but very few people made use of. Because the both of them were equally matched by clashing head on, the opponent was in the same state as him. Nevertheless, Guang Wu was a martial artist who was able to keep utilizing the opportunities that he could see, as he had a secret to his mental cultivation, Bad Fate.

nThe violent collision caused the originally fast moving True Power to abruptly stop, causing rigidness. Guang Wu’s Bad Fate mental cultivation caused him to retreat as he could not advance with his attacks.

nBad Fate could only maintain a minimal scope, thus the force used was extremely minute, but at that moment, it was enough.

nThat was why Guang Wu enjoyed colliding.

nBut Guang Wu’s figure suddenly froze. His face suddenly had a smear of blood, and his rigid figure suddenly became extremely nimble. The blood blade in his hand was as light as paper, slicing towards Ling Xu’s throat.

nLing Xu’s face changed. He snorted, and frantically retreated backwards.

nThe cold blade tip swept past his throat barely, causing the hairs on Ling Xu’s body to stand.

nGuang Wu’s blade, that he thought would slice through, failed, causing him to be taken aback, but he was still vigilant. When his attack fell through, he immediately pulled back without hesitating. The blood mark on his face disappeared, and he turned back to normal.

nWhen he saw the Flamingo below Ling Xu, he understood. The reason why the opponent could dodge was because of the mechanical beast.

nHe calmed down. No matter how nimble a mechanical beast was, it could not be compared to a martial artist.

n“The next time, you won’t be so lucky!” Guang Wu sneered, not concealing his killing intent.

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nCrane and Yong Xian Zhong were in a totally different scene.

n“I am Crane from the Heavenly Crane (Grus) Constellation.”

nYong Xian Zhong sized Crane up, exposing a look of admiration. The black-clothed young man in front of him, although he was dressed in tattered and torn clothes, his character and demeanor were extremely top notched, and seemed to be a disciple from an aristocratic family.

nYong Xian Zhong was slightly taken aback. He had heard of Heavenly Crane Constellation, but it was a small constellation, one of the weaker constellations in Southern Sky’s 42 Constellations. How did they groom such an outstanding talent?

nBut his face did not expose any feelings, and replied back respectfully: “I am Yong Xian Zhong from Canis Minor Constellation.”

n“Canis Minor Constellation from 10 Equatorial Palace Halls?” Crane was surprised, then he thought: “I wonder if Teacher Bian is an acquaintance of yours?”

n“Teacher Bian is my teacher.” Yong Xian Zhong spoke honestly. The friendliness and air of the opposing person made him feel comfortable.

nCrane’s expression became weird.

nYong Xian Zhong’s heart jumped, then immediately asked: “Does Crane know Teacher Bian?”

nCrane spoke honestly as well: “I heard that when I was young, Teacher Bian had carried me before, but I do not remember it.”

nYong Xian Zhong was extremely shocked: “Teacher carried you before?”

n“I heard about it, but I was young, and have no recollection of it.” Crane shook his head.

nYong Xian Zhong felt himself heating up. Teacher did not like to engage with little children, so why would he hug one? Is he trying to stir me up? But he dare not confirm. What if it was real? What if?

nThat what if was extremely terrifying!

nHe wiped away his sweat, and asked: “Can I ask when was that?”

nCrane tilted his head and thought: “ When I was three years old I guess.”

n“And you are….”

n“Oh, I’m 18 this year.”

nYong Xian Zhong’s heart calculated, that was 15 years ago. Wait a minute, 15 years ago! It was as though he was struck by lightning, a terrifying thought appeared in his mind.

nIn that short span of time, he was already drenched in sweat.

nHe stammered and ask: “Does Crane have any relationship with the Sagittarius Empress?”

n“Oh, she is my aunt.” Crane admitted honestly.

nIt was as if Yong Xian Zhong was struck in his heart. He should have guessed earlier. Why would the Empress suddenly give out a command? 15 years ago, Teacher had went out once, and that was because he was invited to Sagittarius Constellation to participate in the birthday of Empress Hou Yi Tian.

nTeacher and The Empress had a deep relationship, and Teacher had told him on many occasions, if he met any subordinates of the Empress who had any problems, he definitely had to extend his hand to help them.

nIf Teacher knew that he himself was going to personally chop the Sagittarius Empress’ nephew, alright, the thought already made him lose the will to live!

nHis entire body was drenched in sweat, and all the muscles on his body were frozen stiff. He was truly afraid.

nHe was panicking. If the matter reached the ears of his Teacher, he would be locked deep under the mountains for a few decades.

nDid I underestimate the time of punishment?

nCrane coughed lightly: “The weather is so good, and there are brave warriors fighting. Why not add some wine to it?”

nYong Xian Zhong stared blankly at Crane’s innocent smile. He quivered, and immediately reacted: “Right, right, right! Wine, that’s right, wine is good!”

nHis speech was incoherent for a while, but he slowly calmed down, ‘That’s right, I have not done anything’. He threw the thought of his father-in-law and wife’s brother to the back of his head, smiled and retrieved a long wooden case from his silver aquarius cabinet. He then took out a pile of good wine, and carefully poured for Crane.

n“Such scenery, and to be able to meet Crane, I have no regrets…”

nYong Xian Zhong raised his wine cup, his chest already brewing with rhetoric.

nCrane suddenly broke off, harmlessly looked at Yong Xian Zhong: “Brother Yong, do you have something to eat?”

nFood….

nYong Xian Zhong’s wine cup was still raised up, and he felt slightly weird. But Crane’s gaze had a look of expectation and hope, so Yong Xian Zhong held on and laughed: “This stupid elder brother, how could I neglect food when going with wine? I do have some cooked food…”

nHe took out a table out from the Aquarius Silver Cabinet, and placed it in front of Crane. Very quickly in the blink of an eye, all the cooked food was placed neatly in front of him. Crane’s expression became focused to the juice in front of him, and he satisfyingly took up his chopsticks.

nYong Xian Zhong was stumped.

nIt was the first time he was facing such a situation, and was completely dumbfounded to what he should do.

nCrane was too hungry as he was famished for five days. He struggled in the Sand Tone Valley, faced countless dangers, and all his dry rations were long exhausted.

nBut, even with all the pain and hunger, Crane maintained his elegance. He noticed Yong Xian Zhong’s awkward expression, and explained: “I am truly sorry, this younger brother has not eaten for five days.”

nYong Xian Zhong almost leaked tears from his eyes. Damn it, if Teacher Knew I almost killed Crane who was without food for five days…..

nThe terrifying consequences caused the martial spirit of Yong Xian Zhong to shudder.

nYong Xian Zhong who just recovered from his shock turned pale, and immediately started to flatter: “Do not be anxious, worthy little brother, I still have a lot of food, and can help you cook.”

n“I’ll have to trouble you, Brother Yong.” Crane had a face of gratitude, and said: “We can sit here, enjoy, and watch the fight. So interesting.”

nSuddenly, he consciously asked: “Brother Yong and that old man, are you two together?”

nYong Xian Zhong got caught in the moment, so shocked his heart started to feel pain, and shook his head with all his might: “No! Definitely not! This stupid brother of yours met him by chance. Ah yes, by chance! Does Brother Crane find him unpleasant to the eye? Do you want me to cut him down?”

nYong Xian Zhong did not stop to betray Guang Wu.

n“I was just asking.” Crane exposed a harmless smile: “Luckily I met brother Yong, if not, I would still be hungry. Brother Yong had saved this little brother from the fire.”

nYong Xian Zhong heaved a sigh of relief, and immediately replied: “To be able to meet you, worthy little brother, is the fortune of this stupid brother.”

nHe almost wanted to cry.

nIf he knew he would meet Crane, he would not have even stepped into Lupus Constellation even if he was beaten to death!

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