Azure Heaven Saber

Chapter 97: Chapter 85: Feng Ying’s struggle [Additional 3 for Silver League Master Hai Hunshan] Chapter 97: Chapter 85: Feng Ying’s struggle [Additional 3 for Silver League Master Hai Hunshan] Brotherhood, friendship, comradeship.

In his previous life, Feng Yin had craved and admired these connections and gave everything, only to be repeatedly betrayed and robbed, ending up grappling with hardships and being completely disregarded and discarded.

The countless betrayals from supposed friends and brothers, the endless disappointment…

All these experiences, over time, had gradually worn away his desire, leaving nothing but distrust and skepticism.

Is such a bond even possible in this world?

Perhaps it is, but alas, it didn’t seem to belong to him. Why yearn for something that’s not yours?

And after spending ten solitary years in his current world, he felt even more that such brotherhood was hard to find. Where was the love and affection he sought?

But having closely witnessed the fierce battle between Great Qin’s Blue Robed Warriors and Miao Sensen of Great Yan, watching men throw themselves in front of falling swords to protect their brothers without any hesitation, he couldn’t deny their unabashed commitment.

They were fighters, standing back-to-back, ignoring attacks from the rear and entrusting their safety to their fellow warriors.

Their spirit ignited in Feng Yin a dormant longing that was buried deep in his heart…
Witnessing the Blue Robed Warriors risking their lives to take revenge for him, their fresh blood splattering, their furious roars echoing.

Witnessing those who, for the sake of avenging ‘Physician Feng’, spilled their own blood, sacrificing their limbs, writhing on the ground in agony…
Feng Yin couldn’t deny his feelings, his deep, uncontrollable emotion!

Brotherhood, friendship.

Just through these experiences, Feng Yin deeply felt the difference between the two worlds.

The so-called brotherhood differed based on the world and the environment. Thus, the concept of brothers and friends can be different too.

After all, in his previous life, he had been betrayed by so-called friends.

“A certain environment naturally nurtures a group of people; the peace and tranquility of my previous life might have made sincere life and death bond a rarity. But in this chaotic world where martial arts dominate, such phenomenon is by no means rare.”

“In this world, the number of people who are willing to give everything for their brothers may be a hundred times more than those who betray them.”

“Just as I, in my previous life, became disillusioned with such feelings due to continuous disappointment and chose to seal my heart, perhaps Wu Tiejun and his Blue Robed Warriors cannot believe the existence of a world where there are numerous people betraying their friends and brothers. They would not believe in a world containing countless bloodsuckers.”

“If I were to mention it to them, they might think I are talking nonsense. They might even believe that I am dark-hearted because I don’t trust in brotherhood or friendship and, thus, refrain from getting close to me.”

Thinking about this, Feng Yin could only laugh bitterly.

In his past life, he had fervently, zealously pursued that promise of life and death between ‘brothers’. He’d been hurt, disappointed until he no longer believed and even started to resent it.

But coming to this world, he found his heart was once again moved, yearning.

Maybe it was because these people were willing to die for their comrades, without a second thought! All this, without a need for words because it happened right in front of his eyes.

Regardless of whether it was Qin or Yan State, this was true for all these martial artists and comrades.

Bonds of brotherhood didn’t need words, commitments to life and death didn’t require promises!

A single sentence could inspire them to brave perils, a single event could compel them to face mortal danger. They stood back-to-back, unafraid of any enemy behind, as long as their comrades stood beside them.

Only because, in such a world, if you don’t trust your friends and brothers, you would die earlier than others.

Because you have no one to rely on.

“I’m so envious!”

Feng Yin sighed deeply and lightly jumped into the small courtyard.

On the big tree, the little eagle and the little falcon were already asleep, and the two Iron Heart Trees had become their regular nest.

Feng Ying was obediently squatting on the doorstep, her big eyes flickering in the dark night, her tail slightly swaying. She had faithfully awaited Feng Yin’s return.

Feng Yin told her not to go out, and she never stepped beyond the front door.

She was very obedient.

Although she was curious about the outside world, at most, she would peek out through the door crack, never daring to step out or be seen by others.

As soon as she saw Feng Yin, her small body turned into a white line and quickly snuggled into Feng Yin’s arms.

“Mew…”

Her voice was extremely soft, even a little bit aggrieved.

You always leave me out even though I’m so strong and capable of protecting you!

“It’s really not that I don’t want to take you with me,” Feng Yin hastily held her tight and whispered: “You’re still so weak and cute now, I’m scared to bring you out for fear of attracting unwanted attention. You know, they are still looking for a cat outside…”

So that’s why?

I’m not strong enough to protect myself, nor him.

Feng Yin led Feng Ying into the bedroom, breathing out a sigh of relief, and began to sleep.

Feng Ying lay on his chest, her head rubbing against his chin, her big eyes glowing in the darkness where Feng Yin couldn’t see, as if thinking about something.

When Feng Yin woke up at dawn, he discovered that Feng Ying was not there.

He walked outside to find Feng Ying’s small figure running back and forth in the yard. The yard was thirty meters long, which was a considerable distance for Feng Ying’s small body, but from Feng Ying’s perspective, that distance seemed insignificant due to her speed.

Everywhere he looked, he saw a white shadow rapidly whisking through the air, suddenly appearing on one end then dashing off to the farthest end of the wall. A dull sound echoed as stone chips scattered from the solid wall, leaving behind five deep claw marks. Regardless, Feng Ying was determined and hopping back into action.

As Feng Ying transformed into a white thread in mid-air, another set of deep claw marks appeared on the opposite wall.

It’s as if a sharp sword had continuously slashed five times.

Again and again…

After six rounds without pause, Feng Ying finally dropped down when she was three meters away from the wall, letting out dissatisfied and angry chirps.

She then squatted on the ground staring blankly at the wall while showing her teeth and trembling whiskers.

She shook her sweat-soaked body, before exhaustedly walking over to a water basin and taking a drink.

The young hawk and falcon, now covered in black feathers, looked proportionately smaller than their actual size, but they already exhibited the majestic grandeur of aerial creatures.

In just a couple of days, they had gained the ability to freely dominate the skies.

At that moment, the two young birds were standing on a tree branch, watching Feng Ying frantically racing back and forth. They watched how her claws effortlessly created those scattering stone chips…

They stared in fear and trembling, uncertain why their elder sister was so enraged. They were so scared that they opened their wings, ready to fly away at any moment.

What if their elder sister suddenly wanted to train with them?

That claw is just too lethal!

The young hawk and falcon, who had now fully awakened their intelligence, were completely baffled. They thought their elder sister was just an ordinary little cat, so why was she so formidable? Not only had she withstood them at their full strength, but she was also practicing so hard, which they found terrifying?!

The four of them were utterly bewildered and terrified at this sight. If a kitten possessed such strength, then where did that leave the Demon Beasts?

The key point was that while she herself was formidable, she was also so diligent. This made the two young ones just stare in astonishment.

Feng Yin had just woken up and didn’t know, but the young hawk and the young falcon knew perfectly well that Feng Ying had been training like this for a whole hour. During this hour, apart from occasionally drinking water, she hardly rested.

Jumping back and forth, her sweat drops formed a straight line in the air.

The young hawk and falcon flew around and saw a few surviving kittens. To their relief, none were as incredible as Feng Ying.

Feng Yin, seeing this, felt a rapid understanding and inexplicable heartache. He quickly went over, held Feng Ying in his arms, and felt her tiny, yet still rapidly beating heart. He said in distress, “What happened? Why are you pushing yourself like this?”

Chirping, Feng Ying rubbed her head against Feng Yin’s sleeve. Her eyes were filled with determination, without any indication of wavering.

You said I was too weak to go out with you. So, I want to make myself stronger, as quickly as possible, strong enough to protect you.

Even though I don’t know how to do it, exercising to improve physical strength and adapt to any environment and speed is always a good choice!

Even if I have a method of cultivation, I can’t abandon physical exercise.

In Feng Ying’s little mind, a voice constantly tells her: exercise!

Train your body to the limit!

That’s necessary at any time!

It’s essential!

Only with a body strong enough can one live a long life, only then can one protect those they wish to protect.

So, even though she didn’t know how to cultivate specifically, her feline instincts told her what to do.

So she chose the current method of training. And though she didn’t quite understand why, she instinctively felt that this was the best way.

Leap, sprint, speed, agility, and lethal attack power.

This base knowledge is the starting point, and also the end goal. Even when cultivation is depleted, and life energy is exhausted, one could still have the power to counterattack and defend themselves.

Now, Feng Ying, who, facing any first or second-ranked adult Demon Beast, could split it open with one claw strike, or gut it. This was no exaggeration or joke.

Of course, this wouldn’t work against high-grade Demon Beasts.

What was the direct result of Feng Ying’s hard work?

There were now two more black lines in the sky.

The young hawk and falcon were both practising their flying abilities based on their natural talents.

They realized that being able to fly was not the end, but how to fly, how fast, and whether they had combat power while flying. It was the inspiration they got from watching their elder sister’s self-training process. They were not stupid; they were smart, and they could learn by analogy and perceive for themselves.

Feng Yin found this deeply impressive.

If even Demon Beasts are working so hard, why shouldn’t I?

Looking at the time, if I continue to cultivate, I should be able to create another Spirit Gathering swirl soon. Should I schedule another round for Feng Ying?