Chapter 22 A Visitor Arrives in the Middle of the Night
Carrying a handbag, Ling Jian walked aimlessly on the street. One of the most famous cities in the country that never sleeps, the streets are bustling even in the wee hours of the morning, with tourists laughing and enjoying this nightlife that is rare anywhere else.
But the bustling scene around him could not infect Ling Key in the slightest, and he walked along the street in a daze, aimlessly.
Although it was a little dull, with Ling Key's wisdom, he had already guessed the intention of the teacher Zhang Wenjie - to give him freedom and let him play in a broader world.
However, the sudden complete freedom and unrestrained made Ling Jian feel hesitant. Ling Jian didn't like to be bound, he certainly liked the feeling of freedom; But what he wanted more was to find a sense of freedom in the midst of constraints.
Just as he longs for the peace of being alone, he also needs the security of being in the midst of a bustling crowd. The so-called human beings are such contradictory beings.
To be honest, Ling Key has never been a person with great ambitions...... No matter what world it is in. He is always content with the status quo and does not like to change the rhythm of life that he has become accustomed to. If it weren't for the teacher Zhang Wenjie who took him out of the wilderness and jungle ten years ago, I'm afraid he would still happily continue to play his otherworldly version of "Minecraft", right? Of course, if you haven't been killed by demons......
Ling Key is not good at making decisions, or he is too lazy to make decisions. So always get used to following other people's arrangements.
This time, finally, there is no one to rely on, and he needs to make his own decision and personally choose the path ahead.
With the large amount of money given by Teacher Zhang Wenjie before leaving, at least for the time being, there is no need to worry about money - if Ling Jian gives up continuing his research on the profession of a teacher, this money is actually enough for a person to live an ordinary life.
If he wants to continue to delve deeper in this area, which is also Ling Key's only hobby in this world, with his ability, he can open a workshop and shop similar to "Where the Stars Are" without worrying about food and clothing for a chic life.
Of course, in the context of this world, the most respected professions and groups of people in the world are undoubtedly those demon hunters. Regardless of talent and talent, the greatest wish of almost all teenagers and girls is to become a witcher!
Regarding this, Ling Jian couldn't say whether he wished to become a demon hunter himself. He's not afraid to fight demons, and he's got the strength to do it—he's the one who has successfully graduated from the "Enhanced Deluxe Night's Watch Boot Camp"!
However, the experience of the early years made Ling Jian a little disgusted with that kind of endless fighting life.
More crucially, Ling Key didn't want to stay in the city anymore.
The world is big, and he's been in the same place waiting to wake up for too long, too long!
Moreover, Ling Jian didn't know how to face those two teachers in the future. So, let's decide to leave Zeno-Ulu.
Unconsciously, he followed the flow of people to the most prosperous commercial district. For those who come from elsewhere for tourism, this size of the crowd may cause fear in their hearts, right? But Ling Jian had long been accustomed to this level of lively nights. Strictly speaking, this is the "normal scene" in Ling Key's heart.
So the boy walked freely through the crowd, and his heart continued to think.
Leaving this city, Ling Jian also had a plan. Since the second half of last year, he has exchanged letters with Liu Gongxuan, another great builder in Yining City in the west, and even helped him solve some problems - of course, he did these things in the name of "Zhang Wenjie's student". However, the other party had long known that the teacher was basically not involved in the research project between them, so he still had some understanding of his own ability, and he was also warmly invited to Yining City as a guest on a study tour.
If you defect to Liu Gongxuan in the past now, it shouldn't be a difficult thing......
After thinking about it, Ling Jian still didn't plan to go to Yining City immediately.
"Sure enough, I'm really not good at making decisions!" With a sigh, Ling Jian hastily ended his thoughts.
He gave up and made a choice right away. Instead, I decided to take this opportunity to walk around and travel around the country first. Then choose a place to settle in the future, and then decide on a future career to earn.
Although the world is much more stable today, the wild is still a "forbidden area for humans". The best way to travel through the wilderness to another city is to hire a demon hunter escort or follow a group action with a large group. For example, caravans or something, because the caravans' guards themselves have considerable force, and they often hire witchers to protect them all the way. And these caravans generally do not exclude other scattered travellers from joining in the asylum seeker – of course, with some appropriate protection fees to be charged.
Now, all Ling Key had to do was find such a caravan that was about to depart.
……
At the same time, the residence of the Xing family, the third marquis, in Zeno Ulu, welcomed a noble visitor.
The little young master did not rest at this time, he was playing with the standard long sword that was "blackmailed" by Ling Jian for 800,000 yuan yesterday afternoon.
The personal guard kite still followed him quietly.
Although he was greatly teased, the little young master was rarely not annoyed, with a sneer on the corner of his mouth, and kept stroking the sword body.
Suddenly drew his sword, a cold light flashed, and a clean sword was swung out.
Brush! The thick round steel that was placed in front was cut in two—it was the steel from which the Black Iron Castle made the top-grade sword, and in terms of quality alone, it was beyond the material of the standard long sword in his hand!
Just as yesterday afternoon, that kid slashed his Hundred Refining Sword with a single sword, the little young master also used this sword to cut through the best quality steel. And if you look closely, his movements and demeanor at the moment of swinging the sword are almost exactly the same as Ling Key's at that time.
"Congratulations, young master, you have won another skill!" The kite's eyes were bright, and she said with joy from the bottom of her heart.
The little young master threw away the sword in his hand and rubbed his wrist: "It's still a little unsmooth...... The bracers on the kid's arms seem to be a bit of a doorway, and they seem to be props that can instantly increase strength. But I don't have to rely on that kind of external force......"
Suddenly, his right hand exerted force, the green tendons bulged, and the muscles burst open the buttons on the cuffs of his shirt. Under the skin, there is a faint hint of black and bright gold.
Looking at his arm, the young master nodded with satisfaction: "There is still a thousand-commander-level trial left, and I can completely obtain a physical strength comparable to a demon!" Moreover, the ability to concentrate mentally makes up for the risks in the process of 'promotion'...... I can't think of it, it's still a little useful, wild boy! ”
Sneering, the young master's gaze pierced through the obstacle and looked at the location of the "Star Location". With his character and ability, he didn't retaliate immediately after being tricked, just because Ling Jian was not worthy of letting him do it himself. Moreover, in the eyes of the little young master, it was not a useless sword that he bought for 800,000 yuan, but the most proud ability of the other party!
"It's a pity that the words to human beings can only be imitation, not complete deprivation!" The little young master sighed meaningfully, and at the same time withdrew his strength.
The kite immediately understood the master's intention: "Do you want to find a way to teach that boy a lesson?" I can arrange it right away if needed. Of course, she knew that the so-called lesson was actually to kill the other party, but as a knife for her master, she would not hesitate to kill a guy she didn't know.
"Forget it for now." The little young master frowned, "When Zhang Wenjie is dealt with, there is a chance to deal with that kid." ”
"Yes." The kite nodded, retreating back into the shadows to the side.
Then, the maid came to report, and the guest came.