Chapter 915: A Sword Rises With The Tides

Chapter 915: A Sword Rises With The Tides

“It’s because the Four Seas does not, in fact, fall under Qi’s jurisdiction.”

Feng Qingyou explained, “More accurately, the Four Seas does not fall under Qi’s jurisdiction only.”

“Four Seas is built together by Yan, Chu, Qi, and Wei. It is to commemorate their predecessors coming together to fight back against the Strangers of the four seas. That is why Four Seas does not abide by Qi’s laws despite being located in Qi. It is a city that is jointly managed by Yan, Chu, Qi and Wei.”

“To facilitate the management process and minimize conflicts, the four countries at the time decided to split Four Seas into east, south, west and north. The east side of the city, or East City, is controlled by Qi, the South City is controlled by Chu, the West City is controlled by Wei, and the North City is controlled by Yan. Generally speaking, they do not interfere with each other’s rule.”

“However, having not one, not two, but four governments in one city, each of them upholding a different set of laws, is sure to breed chaos. For example, if someone commits a crime in South City and escapes to North City, there is a good chance they would not receive any punishment at all. As a result, both the authorities and the laws became no different from ornaments.”

“Although the four countries realized their mistake later and created a Central Bureau with unified laws and the power to manage the entire city, it was ultimately a measure that treated the symptoms but not the root cause. It did not really help with the situation.”

“Not only that, Four Seas borders the Eastern Sea, a wealthy region overflowing with Strangers, resources, and even mythical opportunities. As a result, countless jianghu warriors traveled to Four Seas everyday either to hone their strength, slay Strangers, seek out opportunities, visit celestials, studying the Dao and more.”

“Jianghu people are used to being free and unfettered, and they do not subscribe to any country’s laws. This further exacerbated the chaos plaguing the Four Seas. Eventually, the unique culture of Four Seas was formed.”

“I see!” Ye Qing rubbed his nose for a moment before breaking into a grin all of a sudden. “This is good for us.”

The more chaotic it was, the easier it was for them to carry out their plans undetected and unimpeded.

“That is very true.” Feng Qingyou nodded. “Do you have a plan, Joyless?”

“I have some immature ideas. It’ll take time for them to ripen.” Ye Qing shook his head. “Let’s find an accommodation and familiarize ourselves with Four Seas’ environment first. After that, we’ll see.”

“Very well.”

The duo were just about to take their leave when suddenly, a commotion suddenly broke out from somewhere. Someone was yelling at the top of their lungs, “You need to see this! Someone is challenging Xiaohou Qi to a fight!”

“Who is the suicidal bastard who dares to challenge Xiahou Qi?”

“Where is it? Where is the fight taking place?”

“The shore! The fight is happening at the shore! The fight could break out at any moment, so you better not waste your time and leave now!”

“What are we waiting for? Let’s go!”

“Heh! Xiahou Qi is the son of the Martial Sovereign of Wei, and he is extraordinarily talented. They say that he is a worthy heir who inherited his father’s full might and talent; a genius who broke through his physical limits and became a body-tempering Grandmaster at a young age. That was how he earned the moniker ‘Junior Martial Sovereign’, and why he is ranked sixty-ninth on the Earth Champions Ranking. On the other hand, Chao Haisheng is only eighty-first. How can he possibly be a match for Xiahou Qi?”

“Don’t come to conclusions just yet. Xiahou Qi may be strong and ranked higher than Chao Haisheng, but he is young. Chao Haisheng is a veteran warrior who’s made his name for decades. He is famous for his signature ‘Rising Tide Sword Art’, and his fighting experience far exceeds a fledgling like Xiahou Qi. Just because Xiaohou Qi’s cultivation level is higher doesn’t necessarily mean that he will win for sure.”

“That is true, but I still think that Xiahou Qi will win.”

“By the way, does anyone know why Chao Haisheng suddenly challenged Xiahou Qi to a duel? It’s not like they resent each other, do they?”

“Are you kidding? Yes, they do not know each other, but what do all jianghu people seek? Fame and glory! If you are more famous than me, then you are my enemy. It’s that simple.”

“Heh. In short, you’re a goddamn junior who is two decades younger than me. Who are you to ride on my head and pretend to be my better? Fuck you!”

“Haha... your words are vulgar, but your logic is sublime...”

“The Sword That Rises With The Tides?” Ye Qing smirked as he listened to the surrounding conversation. “It’s an impressive title, but why can’t I see any tide from his sword technique at all?”

Feng Qingyou replied, “That’s because he’s using the ‘Spirit Fish Sword Art’, not his signature ‘Rising Tide Sword Art’. But don’t worry. You’ll witness it very soon.”

“Chao Haisheng, will you please stop humiliating yourself with this worthless sword art and get serious already?”

It was at this moment Xiahou Qi landed a palm strike on Chao Haisheng’s blade and shattered the sword qi surrounding the sword. He scoffed, “Show me your ‘Rising Tide Sword Art’ already, or I promise you you won’t get the chance to do so.”

A flinty glint appeared in Chao Haisheng’s eyes. “If that is your wish, then so it shall be. I too would like to witness the Martial Sovereign’s ‘Nine Blades That Melt The Sun’.”

“Quit dreaming. You are nowhere near the level you need to to witness my father’s signature move!” Xiahou Qi taunted.

“Arrogant junior!”

Chao Haisheng was furious. He was afraid of the Martial Sovereign, sure—there was no one in the world who wasn’t afraid of the man who became a Sage through his body, Xiahou Zun—but that did not mean that he was afraid of Xiahou Qi.

Although they said that Xiahou Zun was his father’s equal in terms of talent, he was ultimately not the Martial Sovereign. The difference between the Junior Martial Sovereign and the Martial Sovereign was night and day.

That was why Chao Hai was sure that he wasn’t inferior to Xiahou Qi, and why he dared to challenge Xiahou Qi to a duel.

Chao Haisheng let out an angry grunt and abruptly changed his sword style. Instead of nimbleness and flexibility, his sword now sported large movements and grandiosity.