B2 - Chapter 68

B2 - Chapter 68

[-40 Spiritual Energy]

Name: Kae

Age: 16

Level: 133

Cultivation: Foundation Establishment (Early Stage)

Health: 2100/2100

Spiritual Energy: 1185/1185

Spirit: 237

Strength: 150

Stamina: 225

Agility: 218

Luck: 120

Average. Thats the word that came to Williams mind after some quick mental math of the attribute points Kae should have in total at his level.

Nothing really stood out. At least, nothing that revealed why he had overwhelming confidence to succeed at level three of the Abyss.

Disciple Wei, do you accept? Elder Zhou prodded.

Kae says that we could handle level three. Is that true? William asked instead of answering.

Level three? Elder Zhou hummed in thought as she tapped her cane on the floor. Four beast waves would be the limit, but yes, I could see you both succeeding. Disciple Kaes alchemy and your envious stubbornness will help greatly.

He assumed she was referring to his overconsumption of Vitality Restoration Pills in the Shard. He would classify that as desperation rather than stubbornness, but he supposed those could be interchangeable.

William was more interested in Kaes alchemy. The boys stats were nothing to boast about, so it had to be something extraordinary.

Whats so special about his alchemy?

You could have asked me, Wei Liang, Kae interjected.

I could have, but Elder Zhou wont exaggerate your capabilities. Its nothing personal.

Thats true, Kae wasnt offended. William assumed he wouldnt be with his bluntness. Carry on, then. This will only reassure you.

Disciple Kae is right, Elder Zhou chuckled. Unlike most other two-star alchemists in the sect, he isnt focused on pill formations or healing elixirs. He focuses on physical enhancements.

That makes a surprising amount of sense, William admitted out loud, thinking about Kae's overall air of gruffness. Stereotyping sometimes stayed true. What type of enhancements?

Boy, do I look like I have time to answer inane questions? Elder Zhou frowned.

William glanced at Kae to see what was so funny, but he stood there blankly.

Boy, youre a berserker through and through, Elder Zhous laugh has lessened to a chuckle. The chance of you being able to heal anything outside of battle is near zero. This made your condition when you returned to the sect all the more sense.

So Im guessing anger fueling the Healing Qi isnt normal then? William asked with resignation.

Not at all. It is a known condition that basically disqualifies you from any serious advancement on the healing path.

I see, he nodded, not too discouraged at the news. It wasnt like he planned to become an expert at it. All he wanted was to become proficient enough to keep himself alive. Ill just have to work harder at it.

Sure, Elder Zhao looked like she would break into laughter again. I wish you luck. Now get out of here.

Yes, Elder Zhou, Kae and William said in unison before leaving the Mission Hall.

Healing, Kae broke the silence once they were halfway to Williams dwelling. I didnt expect that.

The way I fight requires it, William shrugged. If it keeps me alive, then Ill learn it.

You speak as if you expect to be in life-threatening fights all the time, Kae gave him an appraising look. Thats an excellent mindset. Most of the useless prissy morons here sit and cultivate in safety. As if any legendary cultivator has ever reached the peak with that attitude.

William hummed in agreement. He would prefer to be one of those useless prissy morons. Still, his way of cultivating was best done by throwing himself in danger.

Also, he liked that better than locking himself up to cultivate in solitude for months at a time, as much as he wished he didnt.

They arrived at his dwelling shortly after.

Ill be out in a minute, William said before entering to see something shocking.

He closed the door as he held the stare of two pairs of eyes. So, this was why I was told to leave to get you both gifts. I never thought I would be betrayed by you, Sister Lingxi.

The two women were having a feast of epic proportions. Mouthwatering food spread across the table, still fresh and steaming hot. Fatty Xu must have delivered it recently.

I couldnt help myself, Young Master, Mei Lingxi showed little remorse as she took another bite of the dish before her.

William eyed the familiar plate of kebabs near the edge. He planned to take something on the way out but couldnt eat an unknown dish. This was not the time to gamble on its effects on his body.

The rabbit kebab was a known dish that would help a little on the mission.

You still cant have any, brat, Wang Xiaoling spoke when she saw his desire. I was being thoughtful when I got you out of here before Sister Mei tasted Fatty Xus dishes. You can only blame yourself for coming back early.

So this gift that you apparently wanted. Would you have gotten over your anger if I had got one for you?

No, Wang Xiaoling scoffed like it was unthinkable. Maybe I'll set you free in a few more weeks.

Right, William nodded. It seemed Wang Xiaolings petty anger at nothing in particular would last for some time. If she said the opposite, he might have made a different decision. Anyway, Ill be on a mission for a day or two.

He pulled his spirit beast egg out of the upgraded spatial stone, not caring that Mei Lingxi would realize what he possessed. Her contract would ensure it would be kept secret.

Ill see you later, Sister Xiaoling. Sister Lingxi, William said before swiping a few kebabs off the table and rushing out of the dwelling.

He shut the door to Wang Xiaolings screech of anger.

Lets go, Kae! William yelled as he sprinted to the Mission Hall.