Capítulo 256: Chapter 256: I Really Like This Name
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Although Zeng Yi had lost his hearing, he wasn't particularly worried. After all, the loss of hearing was temporary, and he would eventually recover.
In the world of Douluo Continent, with its strange martial spirits and Spirit skills of all kinds, there were some Spirit skills that could even restore the limbs of a person who had lost their legs or arms, and even revive someone who had recently died. Restoring his hearing would be an easy task.
Master Yu Xiaogang had mentioned that a Spirit Master with the Nine Heart Flowering Apple Spirit might be able to cure Zeng Yi's hearing, but the person they knew who possessed that Spirit, was from the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy. Shrek Academy had been kicked out by the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy in the past, and now they had to seek their help, which was somewhat embarrassing.
However, upon consideration, Grandmaster Flender still planned to personally visit the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy to request their assistance. Even if he had to swallow his pride, he would invite a Nine Heart Flowering Apple Spirit Master to treat Zeng Yi. After all, they had already lost face multiple times, so they didn't mind this one more time.
After learning about their plan, Zeng Yi couldn't help but smile and say, "I have a good relationship with the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire, Xue Qinghe. He is Ning Rongrong's father's student. Moreover, he is a member of the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy. Asking him for a small favor like this should not be a problem. Dean Flender, there is no need for you to go and beg him quietly."
Previously, Xue Qinghe had left a way for Zeng Yi to contact him, saying that if he ever needed help, he could reach out to him. Zeng Yi didn't refuse because he knew that Xue Qinghe valued his potential and wanted to befriend him. His impression of Xue Qinghe was also good, and befriending him would provide many conveniences, considering he was the Crown Prince of the Empire.
In the future, when Xue Qinghe ascended the throne, Zeng Yi could proudly boast to others that he, too, was once a good friend who had shared drinks with the Emperor of the Empire.
Zeng Yi's proposal received unanimous approval from everyone. However, it was not Zeng Yi who contacted Xue Qinghe, but Ning Rongrong. In their eyes, Zeng Yi was still an injured person, and they requested him to rest for a while.
But Zeng Yi was not someone who could rest quietly. He believed that losing his hearing was just a small setback, and his body was still able to move naturally. He didn't follow Flender's arrangements and immediately started practicing.
As for Zeng Yi's graduation, because of this incident, Flender felt it wouldn't be appropriate to further delay it. They allowed Zeng Yi to graduate from Shrek Academy. After all, according to the rules, even though Zeng Yi had exploited a loophole, it was their negligence, and there was no room for argument.
Who asked them to use that "one incense stick" arrogant phrase? Why not just say it directly for half an hour?
However, Grandmaster made a request to Zeng Yi, saying that he could graduate and not participate in the Elite Spirit Master Academy Tournament, but he hoped that before the tournament began, Zeng Yi could train the Shrek Seven Devils.
Zeng Yi readily agreed to this request. After all, he loved teaching children.
Behind Shrek Academy was a quiet forest.
In a relatively open space, a person held a sword in their hand, dancing in the forest. Their figure was ethereal, agile, and the sound of sword clashing constantly echoed in the air. The sword shadows flickered in the woods, exuding a sharp aura.
Under their movements, many fallen leaves danced in the air, accompanied by the gusts of wind caused by the fierce sword moves. There seemed to be a mysterious pattern in the swirling trajectory of the leaves, following the sharp sword moves.
The sand also swept up with the wind. That figure became somewhat blurred, and their sword dance was graceful and ethereal.
Zeng Yi's steps were steady yet fast, and the sword in his hand swung with power, sometimes fast, sometimes slow, unpredictable and ever-changing. He danced with the sword in the woods for more than ten minutes without stopping. His breath remained stable and natural, without a trace of gasping for air. His pitch-black eyes lacked a sharp aura, calm as water, and carried a sense of leisurely contentment.
Although he had lost his hearing,
it didn't have a significant impact on Zeng Yi's strength. In fact, in the silent world, he could perceive things even more profoundly, which might help his own cultivation.
At this moment, a slender figure appeared in the woods. Zeng Yi sensed the person's presence and stopped his movements, turning to look at them with a smile. "Oh, it's Xiao Zhu. What's the matter?"
Zhu Zhuqing didn't speak but lowered her head, holding a stack of notepads in one hand and a pen in the other, quickly writing on the notepad.
After a few seconds, Zhu Zhuqing finished writing, held up the notepad, and showed it to Zeng Yi.
[Let's practice together.]
Seeing Zhu Zhuqing communicating like this, Zeng Yi couldn't help but smile. In this state, she seemed somewhat cute.
Looking at Zhu Zhuqing, Zeng Yi felt a bit helpless. He couldn't help but recall the shadow of being dominated by her in the past. Back when they were in the Suotuo Continent's Shrek Academy, Zhu Zhuqing used to seek him out for training every day, which annoyed him greatly. Although this was her first time finding him in this new Shrek Academy, the familiar scene reminded Zeng Yi of the shadow from the past.
Scratching his head, Zeng Yi suddenly dispersed the sword leaves in his hand and smiled, "Alright, I'll accompany you today."
Seeing Zeng Yi dispersing the leaves, Zhu Zhuqing was surprised. She lowered her head and picked up the pen to write on the notepad again.
[Is that your fourth Spirit skill?]
Zeng Yi explained, "That's just another application technique of my fourth Spirit skill, similar to how you can combine your first and second Spirit skills into two sword moves."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded in understanding.
[Then let's start now.]
After that, Zhu Zhuqing drew her Clear Shadow sword and took a stance, readying herself against Zeng Yi.
Seeing Zhu Zhuqing's eager posture, Zeng Yi let out a light sigh, shook his head, and then a bamboo sword appeared in his hand, which he threw towards Zhu Zhuqing.
Seeing this action, Zhu Zhuqing was momentarily stunned but managed to catch the bamboo sword that was thrown at her, then looked at Zeng Yi with a puzzled look.
Zeng Yi drew his own bamboo sword and said to Zhu Zhuqing, "I made this bamboo sword, using the body of a Spirit Beast with my fourth Spirit ring, the Bamboo Cut. It's made from bamboo, just like the one in my hand. Although this sword is made of bamboo and has no sharpened edge, like a toy sword, it's made from a Spirit Beast's body that has lived for over 20,000 years. Its hardness is equal to or even better than strange steel. It's even better than your Clear Shadow."
"Also, practicing with a Sword that has no cutting edge is a form of swordsmanship training." Zeng Yi said, lightly waving his bamboo sword, effortlessly slicing a falling leaf into two.
"A sword without an edge can cut through anything! Shall we train with bamboo swords?" he suggested.
[Are you giving this bamboo sword to me?] Zhu Zhuqing asked in surprise.
"Of course, you and I are both swordsmen. Who else should I give it to if not you?" Zeng Yi replied.
Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but be moved in her heart as she looked at the bamboo sword in her hand. Her cold gaze softened.
[Thank you.]
Seeing the two words written by Zhu Zhuqing, Zeng Yi smiled and said, "There's no need to be so polite between us. By the way, give a name to your sword. I haven't named it."
Upon hearing Zeng Yi's words, Zhu Zhuqing thought for a moment and then wrote.
[What's yours called?]
Zeng Yi answered, "Bamboo Sword, what's wrong?"
Bamboo Sword?
Hearing this name, Zhu Zhuqing fell into silence for a moment, then deeply looked at Zeng Yi, with a glimmer of inexplicable light in her eyes.
[Then mine will be called Yi Sword?]
"Uh..."
Zeng Yi was dumbfounded by Zhu Zhuqing's response. Yi Sword? Did she misunderstand something? He couldn't help but break into a sweat and said with a wry smile, "Um, Xiao Zhu, I think you might have misunderstood. Although your name contains the character 'Bamboo,' I named it Bamboo Sword not to make fun of you. It's because the material of this sword is made from bamboo. But if you name yours Yi Sword, it's purely making fun of my mentality."
[Notes: In Mandarin pronunciation for Bamboo is "zhú."]
"How about I give you a name, like Bamboo Sword No. 2?"
Seeing Zeng Yi's distressed expression, a mischievous glint flashed in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes, and she curved her lips slightly, revealing a happy smile.
[No need, let it be called Yi Sword. I really like this name.]
Seeing what Zhu Zhuqing had written, Zeng Yi knew that her decision was final, and he couldn't persuade her. He sighed helplessly.
Unexpectedly, she also had this mischievous side.
Zeng Yi felt somewhat helpless. He had already given her the sword, and choosing a name was her prerogative. He could only go along with her opinion.
It seemed he had to teach this girl a lesson.
Looking at Zhu Zhuqing, Zeng Yi narrowed his eyes and said, "Let's start now. Just to clarify, we won't use any Spirit power or Spirit skills. We'll only fight with swordsmanship. Let me see how your sword training has improved during this time. Okay?"
[Sure!] Zhu Zhuqing nodded.
After Zhu Zhuqing was ready, Zeng Yi held the bamboo sword, took a step, and suddenly rushed forward, launching an attack against Zhu Zhuqing.
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