Chapter 420 - 254: Qing’Er
Chapter 420: Chapter 254: Qing’Er
But none of that had much to do with Fang Yue anymore. His work had been clean, leaving the Wu Family with no way to trace the killer.
Besides, while the Wu Family was one of Yujing City’s most powerful clans, they were currently consumed by internal power struggles. As a result, they had little energy to spare for investigating the cause of Wu Youli’s death.
Meanwhile, Fang Yue had already left that troubled land far behind and was heading toward his next destination.
He didn’t know about the turmoil within the Wu Family, nor did he care.
He only knew that his road was long, with many things still waiting to be done.
Finding more Sources of Primordial Qi and improving his own strength were both urgent matters that couldn’t be delayed.
But first, of course, he had to go to Gongzhou Prefecture and wade into its troubled waters.
’From the Southeast Coast, I can take a sea vessel directly north to Gongzhou Prefecture. That will be the fastest way.’
Fang Yue stood on a pier on the Southeast Coast. The sea breeze gently tugged at the corners of his robes, bringing a slight chill.
This coastal city in Fushan Prefecture was second in size only to Fushan Prefecture City itself and boasted the prefecture’s second-largest port.
After leaving Fushan Prefecture City, Fang Yue had traveled straight here.
He had spent one thousand taels to book passage on a sea vessel bound for the northeastern prefectures of Great Wei, and today was the day it set sail.
"This way, sir. Your cabin is First-Class Seven. Please, follow me. I’ll show you the way."
Fang Yue nodded and followed the ship’s Servant toward the First-Class Seven cabin.
Along the way, he observed the vessel. Its hull was massive and its sails billowed in the wind. It was clearly a fine ship, built to withstand the roughest seas.
The crew on deck were all at their stations, busy yet orderly, which gave him more confidence in the voyage ahead.
When they arrived at the First-Class Seven cabin, the Servant respectfully opened the door and gestured for Fang Yue to enter.
The cabin was spacious and comfortable, furnished with a bed, table, and chairs. It even had a small porthole with a view of the sea.
Fang Yue entered the cabin, placed his bundle on the table, then sat on the edge of the bed and closed his eyes to meditate.
He knew that while the voyage seemed peaceful, the sea was unpredictable, and danger could strike at any moment.
Therefore, he had to maintain his peak condition to handle any emergencies that might arise.
As the ship slowly pulled away from the pier, Fang Yue’s mind began to relax.
He quietly savored the rise and fall of the waves and the caress of the sea breeze, feeling as if he were merging with nature itself.
Fang Yue sat on the edge of his bed, quietly examining the state of his body after his recent breakthrough.
He took a deep breath, sensing the four types of Primordial Qi—Wood, Fire, Wind, and Thunder—flowing and merging within him.
The Wood Elemental Qi was like a vibrant tree rooted in his meridians, bringing a constant stream of life force and vitality.
The Fire Elemental Qi was like a blazing Flame, scorching and wild, providing his body with immense energy and power.
The Wind Elemental Qi was like a nimble breeze, zipping through his body and making his movements swifter and more agile.
And the Thunder Elemental Qi was like a mighty thunderclap, containing the power of destruction and rebirth, adding endless might and shocking force to his attacks.
These four types of Primordial Qi intertwined and fused, forming a powerful current of energy that circulated ceaselessly within his body.
Fang Yue could clearly feel this current of energy. It was like a great, rushing river, endlessly nourishing his body and soul. He could feel himself growing stronger with every passing moment.
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「One day.」
"Sister, look at that man! He’s actually fishing! The ship is moving, how could he possibly catch anything? Is he... is he nuts?"
"Qing’Er, don’t be rude!"
Hearing the conversation nearby, Fang Yue opened his eyes slightly. He followed the voices and saw two young women.
The older of the two wore a pale blue dress. Her features were refined, and her disposition was gentle and graceful. She looked like a young lady from a prominent family.
The younger one wore a pink dress and was lively and adorable, her face full of curiosity and youthful innocence.
They were both looking in Fang Yue’s direction.
Fang Yue paid them no mind, simply focusing on his fishing.
There wasn’t much to do during the voyage anyway; fishing was just a way to pass the time.
Fang Yue wasn’t bothered by the stares and gossip. He understood his own actions and purpose, feeling no need to explain or justify himself to anyone.
He devoted his full attention to fishing, enjoying the tranquility of the sea and his communion with nature.
His fishing technique was nothing special, but his state of mind was perfectly serene. He knew that fishing wasn’t just about catching fish—it was about cultivating his mindset and patience.
Amid the ebb and flow of the waves, he felt the rhythm and power of nature, allowing his spirit to resonate with it.
Seeing that Fang Yue was ignoring them, the two young women nearby gradually lost interest and turned to other topics of conversation.
They had no idea that Fang Yue wasn’t actually fishing, but was using the process to comprehend the true essence of cultivation.
The ship sailed on through the boundless ocean, and Fang Yue’s mind drifted along with it.
He felt the caress of the sea breeze, the crash of the waves, and the flight of the seabirds, as if he had become one with the entire ocean.
Through this process, he gained a deeper understanding of his own cultivation path.
He knew that cultivation was not something that could be achieved overnight.
It required constant accumulation, comprehension, and practice.
And throughout this process, maintaining a peaceful state of mind was paramount.
Only with a peaceful mind could he better sense the power and rhythm of nature, and in turn, better cultivate his strength and advance his realm.