I Am Overlord c1-962

by Translator: Pokka; Author: 我本纯洁 (I Am Pure); Licensed From: Migu

  "This kid is too stupid. I'm afraid I won't be able to learn a technique this formidable," Xiang Shaoyun hurriedly refused.

  What a joke. If he learned that technique, his image would totally be ruined. Wouldn't he scare off the countless beauties around him?

  "Kid, you might be stupid, but you can practice more to learn it. Come, come, I'll first teach you the basics," the old donkey offered passionately.

  "Oh, lord donkey, we should talk about this next time. Look, they're still here!" Xiang Shaoyun shifted the topic.

  "Ignore them. They won't be able to do anything. If they dare to be rude before me, I'll kill them all with my Turbid Origin Gas Technique!" said the old donkey nonchalantly.

  "Forget it, old donkey. The young man is not interested in your Great Fart Technique. Keep it for your descendants," said Old Urchin. He then looked at Xiang Shaoyun and said, "Kid, what did you do to attract the guards?"

  "Senior Urchin, you see..." Xiang Shaoyun did not dare to hide the truth and told Old Urchin about how he had saved Liang Zhuangmin.

  "Kid, you're in big trouble," said Old Urchin with a sigh.

  Chapter 789: Holy Hall Affair

  Thump.

  Xiang Shaoyun felt his heart go cold. He had not expected that even Old Urchin would think that he was in big trouble. If that was the case, things would be very dangerous for him in the Holy Earth Hall.

  "How about this, you just send me away from this place. I will definitely repay the favor I owe you in the future," pleaded Xiang Shaoyun.

  Even if he did not care about his own safety, he had to think about Liang Zhuangmin and his sister-in-law. He had no choice but to lower himself and beg.

  Old Urchin smiled. "Yes, you're in big trouble. But so long as you listen to me obediently and complete my task for you properly, no trouble will be an actual issue. Furthermore, you can even benefit a lot from completing my task."

  "Don't worry, Senior Urchin. I will definitely complete your task perfectly," Xiang Shaoyun promised.

  He was out of options, and he had to make his stand clear.

  "Hehe, don't be so quick to brag," said Old Urchin. "Alright, stay here for a few days. I'll come get you when it's time."

  "What if they come again?" Xiang Shaoyun pointed at the guards that were sprawled everywhere.

  "They won't have the guts to come anymore," said Old Urchin confidently. "The old donkey will be staying here for a few days to teach you the Turbid Origin Gas Technique. As for me, I need to go and see if that tigress is still angry. If she is not angry anymore, I'll give her butt another grab. Ahh, this is life."

  He then drifted away.

  "A bastard that abandons friends for women," complained the old donkey unhappily. He then looked at Xiang Shaoyun and said, "Kid, come, let me continue teaching you the Turbid Origin Gas Technique. Remember to learn it properly. This is an amazing and fatal technique."

  Xiang Shaoyun wanted to refuse, but he did not have the courage to do so. As for Ning Pengcheng and the other guards, they had left. Ning Pengcheng's current explosive hairstyle was rather comical, and even Xiang Shaoyun secretly laughed.

  Ning Pengcheng turned back and glared at Xiang Shaoyun as he thought, I won't spare you, kid.

  He then returned to the Holy Hall with the guards. The Holy Hall was different from other places, and it had an imposing and minimalistic architectural style. Numerous ancient carvings could be seen on the castle walls, adding a sense of mystery to the place. One who looked at this place would have an urge to explore its secrets.

  The place was guarded by a heavy military presence at all times. Clad in battle armor and with weapons in hand, these guards gave the Holy Hall a solemn and dignified look. When Ning Pengcheng arrived, he sent the other guards away. After tidying himself up, he headed toward one of the palaces.

  It was a side palace where only those with extraordinary status could reside. As someone with a leadership position, Ning Pengcheng had the Holy Hall Token and could freely enter.

  When he arrived, he said something to the guards before proceeding to wait silently. Soon, a guard returned and invited him in.

  Ning Pengcheng carefully stepped into the palace. Looking at the old man seated ahead of him, he saluted deferentially and said, "Seventh guard commander, Ning Pengcheng, greets the third elder."

  The third elder had a medium build, with a white cloth tied around his head. He had a yellow beard and a serious expression. His eyes constantly emanated a sharpness that nobody dared look straight at. With one look, it was obvious he was unfriendly and was of considerable status.

  The third elder looked at Ning Pengcheng and frowned. "Why does your hair look like a bird's nest? What is this?"

  Ning Pengcheng panicked and quickly explained, "Third elder, this is not by choice. Rather, this hairstyle is the work of Old Urchin's donkey. All my subordinates were also injured by that donkey."

  "Tell me. How did you offend that Old Urchin?" said the third elder flatly.

  Ning Pengcheng gave the third elder a rough recollection of all that had happened. Naturally, he did not forget to add additional details to his story. Even so, he was clear he couldn't tell complete lies, or he would suffer after the third elder found out about his lies.

  The third elder sank into momentary thought before saying, "You sure that kid is only a third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator?"

  "I am absolutely sure. He can punch above his class, so he is probably a rather powerful genius," said Ning Pengcheng.

  "Even so, he should not be the kind of man to catch the young lady's favor," said the third elder who was looking visibly conflicted.

  "Yes, but that kid looks as pretty as a woman! I don't know if the young lady will be charmed by him. Also, Senior Urchin is rather protective of that kid. Perhaps he is willing to see the young lady together with that kid. Too bad I can't bring him back to be judged by you, third elder. We won't have to be making wild guesses here otherwise," said Ning Pengcheng.

  "Um. Continue monitoring that kid. With Old Urchin protecting him, nobody in the Holy Earth Hall can touch him. Let me see what childish game Old Urchin is playing this time," said the third elder in a displeased manner. "Are the people from the Xiang Clan here yet? We can't allow any mistakes on that end."

  "We estimated that they will arrive by tomorrow. All the preparations are complete."

  "Good. You will personally welcome them and bring them here tomorrow. I'll meet them first. You can do as you see fit for the other affairs."

  ...

  A group of extraordinary individuals had appeared at the Desert of Despair. Their presence was imposing, each individual was powerful, and they moved in an orderly fashion like well-trained soldiers. The leader was a young man mounted on a purple clear lion.

  The young man looked to be about 30 years old. He had a handsome and smart appearance. He wore a feathered headgear and a set of armor while a purple sword hung at his back. He radiated an air of arrogance, and anyone who saw him would have the impression that he was a rare genius.

  To his left and right were two middle-aged men, one dressed in black and the other in white. They appeared completely unassuming, and their steps were stable and firm. They were great experts, known as the Black and White Guardians.

  "Uncle White, how long until we're there?" asked the young man.

  "Soon, but we won't be able to enter directly. We need someone to bring us in," said White Guardian.

  "Is that place really so mysterious? Isn't it just a tiny sealed space?" asked the young man doubtfully.

  "You are unaware of this, young master, but that place is not so simple. It is an underground dynasty, and if you can obtain some gains from this trip, it will make your journey to inheriting the clan leader's position smooth," said Black Guardian.

  "Are you not exaggerating? Looks like I need to open my eyes wide this time," said the young man with a smile.

  Abruptly, a person appeared from the sand ahead of them and asked, "Is this
the group from the Xiang Clan?"

  "Yes," White Guardian answered.

  "I am the guide from the Holy Earth Hall. Please come with me," said the other person.

  Chapter 790: Liang Zhuangmin and Wu Zhijun

  In a certain shabby mud house at Holy Earth Hall, Xiang Shaoyun was helplessly listening to the old donkey's teachings about the Turbid Origin Gas Technique. He was extremely disgusted, but he did not even dare to voice his thoughts. He knew very well how powerful the old donkey was.

  Fortunately, Liang Zhuangmin and his sister-in-law had recovered considerably. They walked out of the room, saving Xiang Shaoyun from his torture.

  "Lord donkey, my big brother and my sister-in-law have recovered. I need to catch up with them. I have mostly memorized your Turbid Origin Gas Technique. I will definitely practice it seriously when I have the time," said Xiang Shaoyun.

  The old donkey started nagging, "Remember, you need to practice it. This is a sure-kill technique. I won't teach it to others even if they beg me. Count yourself lucky, kid."

  "Yes, yes, I will work hard," promised Xiang Shaoyun before walking toward Liang Zhuangmin and his sister-in-law. "Big brother, are you fine?"

  "Brother Yun, thank you for saving us." Liang Zhuangmin pulled his wife's sleeve and knelt down.

  Xiang Shaoyun quickly caught them and said, "Big brother, what is this? Are you still treating me as your brother? Why are you insulting me so?"

  "Haha, I know you won't care about formalities with me. I will engrave this favor deep in my heart. If you need me in the future, I will go through the high seas and tread on fire for you!" declared Liang Zhuangmin as he slapped his chest in a heroic manner.

  "There is no need to make this such a big deal, big brother," said Xiang Shaoyun. "Also, why are you still not introducing my sister-in-law to me?"

  With an awkward look on his face, Liang Zhuangmin scratched the back of his head and said, "Brother Yun, truthfully, she is not your sister-in-law. She is my best friend, Wu Zhijun."

  Wu Zhijun was obviously the name of a man, but this person was obviously a big beauty.

  At this time, Wu Zhijun said gratefully, "Thank you."

  Xiang Shaoyun blanked out slightly and smiled, "You're too polite, sister-in-law."

  "I thought I told you—" Liang Zhuangmin corrected Xiang Shaoyun, but Xiang Shaoyun interrupted him, "Don't worry about it, big brother. I understand. Tell me, how did you arrive here?"

  Xiang Shaoyun was sure Liang Zhuangmin had feelings for Wu Zhijun. As for Wu Zhijun, her feelings toward Liang Zhuangmin were probably still unclear. Thus, Xiang Shaoyun decided to take this chance and insist on calling her sister-in-law. If she did not object, Liang Zhuangmin might have a chance with her. If she objected, then Liang Zhuangmin would need to work harder. Since Xiang Shaoyun did not want to keep talking about this, he shifted the topic.

  Fury immediately covered Liang Zhuangmin's face as he said, "This is a long story, but it's all the fault of the Rat Assassins. I will definitely pay them back for this."

  Wu Zhijun agreed, "I was the one who had gotten your big brother involved in this. He would still be fine otherwise."

  The two gave Xiang Shaoyun a brief recollection of all that had happened.

  A few years ago, after Xiang Shaoyun left the Cloud Margin Pavilion and the Land of Soul Springs, Hua Honglou had returned to learn that Xiang Shaoyun had departed. Liang Zhuangmin had reached third-stage Skysoar Realm at that time thanks to the earthstone heart he had gotten from Xiang Shaoyun. His cultivation level soared, and he became a new elite King of the Cloud Margin Pavilion.

  He did not stay long as he decided to tour the world while looking for more chance encounters to further increase his cultivation. He had been one of the most talented disciples of the Cloud Margin Pavilion. If it wasn't for the past accident, he wouldn't have been stuck at the Transformation Realm for many years.

  After several years of tempering, he was able to grow quickly and reach peak King Realm. Not long ago, he arrived at the Desert of Despair during his travels. He planned to train himself in the desert, looking for a chance to break through into the Emperor Realm.

  It was during that time that he came to know Wu Zhijun by accident. At that time, he saw her surrounded by a group of lustful bandits. Thus, he tried enacting the scene of a prince charming rescuing a princess from evil.

  But he failed and got himself beaten up. It turned out there was an Emperor among the bandits, and he was not the Emperor's match. Just as he thought that everything would be over for him, Wu Zhijun demonstrated great martial prowess and killed all the bandits.

  Only then did Liang Zhuangmin realize that his help had been completely unneeded. Fortunately, he had something to show for his efforts. He gained Wu Zhijun's approval, and the two became friends and started traveling together.

  Liang Zhuangmin had fallen in love with Wu Zhijun at first sight. After spending some time together with her, he found himself falling even deeper in love. However, he felt that Wu Zhijun was stronger than him and would probably have high standards. Thus, he had never dared to confess his feelings.

  It was during that time that the Rat Assassins started hunting them. They fought and managed to kill a considerable number of enemies, but they were still ultimately captured. Fortunately, the Rat Assassins did not kill them directly. Instead, they were sealed and sent to the Coiling Snake. Subsequently, they were brought here to the Holy Earth Hall. As for what happened next, Xiang Shaoyun knew.

  "I'd had some past conflicts with the Rat Assassins as well. Sooner or later, I will uproot them entirely," said Xiang Shaoyun with deep killing intent.

  "Yes, we can't spare them," Liang Zhuangmin agreed.

  He was only about 30 years old, yet he was already a peak King. He had a bright future ahead of him, and if he could obtain sufficient resources, he would stand a chance to enter the Emperor Realm. In fact, even entering the Sovereign Realm was possible. Thus, someone like him was qualified to declare taking revenge against the Rat Assassins.

  If it wasn't for his low birth and lack of resources, he would definitely be one of the genius disciples in one of the Four Great Ancient Academies.

  "Um. It's never too late for a hero to take revenge. We can afford to wait," said Xiang Shaoyun.

  As Wu Zhijun looked at Xiang Shaoyun and Liang Zhuangmin, who were both brimming with confidence, her eyes rippled.

  "Brother Yun, have you been here all these years?" Liang Zhuangmin asked.

  "No, I just arrived, too. In fact, I'm still trying to think of a way to escape," said Xiang Shaoyun as he rubbed his nose bitterly.

  "What's that about?" Liang Zhuangmin asked.

  Xiang Shaoyun hesitated slightly and gave Liang Zhuangmin a rough recollection of his affairs as well.

  When Wu Zhijun heard the story, she gasped, "You're a Dragon Phoenix Academy disciple?"

  "Yes. What about it, sister-in-law?" Xiang Shaoyun asked.

  Chapter 791: Exchange of Hearts Between Brothers

  "N-Nothing," answered Wu Zhijun with an unnatural expression.

  Xiang Shaoyun shot her a glance but did not intend to press her for answers. Perhaps she was finding it hard to believe that he was a Dragon Phoenix Academy disciple. As for Liang Zhuangmin, he completely believed in Xiang Shaoyun. That was the only explanation for Xiang Shaoyun's rapid growth in strength.

  "I have long known you are an extraordinary individual, brother. Back then at the Pavilion, you defeated the likes of Lightning Kid even when you had a lower cultivation level. Now that you're a member of the Four Great Ancient Academies, your future will be full of promise," said Liang Zhuangmin sincerely.

  Liang Zhuangmin had heard of the Four Great Ancient Academies as well. Back when he was traveling the world, he had heard of the recruitment. But since his strength was still lacking at that time, he wasn't qualified to even take the test.

  Although he was also growing rapidly, his growth was still rather slow and lacking in comparison to Drag
on Phoenix Academy disciples. Of course, that was mainly due to the lack of resources on his part.

  "Let's not talk about that anymore. You two should wash up. Stay here and recover for now. We will think of a way to escape after your injuries are fully healed," said Xiang Shaoyun.

  Although he had a lot of things to tell Liang Zhuangmin, this was not the time and place. Liang Zhuangmin and Wu Zhijun nodded and returned to the room, resuming their recuperation.

  As for Xiang Shaoyun, he did not wish to learn the old donkey's Great Farting Technique, so he hid at a corner and entered deep thought. With Old Urchin's protection, he would be safe temporarily. He only had to pay attention to Old Urchin's task.

  However, he had no idea what the task was. Why would it require the help of an outsider like him? And why was it being kept secret? It definitely wouldn't be anything simple. The only thing he could do was maintain his optimal condition so he could face any challenge coming his way.

  In the worst-case scenario, I will have to allow my big brother and my sister-in-law to hide in my astral cosmos sea before I think of a way to escape. I hope things won't come to that, thought Xiang Shaoyun with a sigh.

  Two days later, the Coiling Snake people came again. This group was even stronger than the previous one. When they saw the old donkey standing before the mud house, they ignored the donkey and tried entering the house directly.

  Tragedy befell them.

  The old donkey used the Turbid Origin Gas Technique, blasting all of them away and nearly killing them with the smell. They vomited everywhere before leaving gloomily with explosive hairstyles.

  Once again, the old donkey proved to Xiang Shaoyun the prowess of his Turbid Origin Gas Technique with real action. He even urged Xiang Shaoyun to hurry up and master the technique already.

  Xiang Shaoyun was completely speechless, and he swore inwardly, I won't learn it even if you kill me!

  In the blink of an eye, three days passed. With the spring water and medicine supplied by Xiang Shaoyun, Liang Zhuangmin and Wu Zhijun were almost fully healed up. Finally, Xiang Shaoyun had the chance to spend some time alone with Liang Zhuangmin, and they started chatting about their experiences during the past few years.