Chapter 28: An Unexpected Encounter: Young Mysterious
Continuing, Feng Wei returns to the waterfall, his emotions mixed after the events that unfolded in the enigmatic realm. With determination and courage, he plunges fearlessly into a dive toward the abyss that marks the exit of the secret realm.
As he draws closer to the depths, something truly extraordinary begins to occur. The perspective around him flips upside down, transforming what used to be the bottom into a new sparkling surface. The former surface, in turn, becomes a fresh backdrop, enveloping him in an intriguing visual inversion. The sensation is surreal, as if reality itself is shifting.
With fluid, graceful movements, Feng Wei emerges from the waters, triumphant, finally stepping out of the secret realm. He feels the cool breeze against his skin, as if awakening to a new beginning. His eyes scan the surroundings, absorbing the landscape. Amidst this scene, his attention is drawn to the matrix he had glimpsed before, and with the image of those radiant runes fresh in his mind, he embarks on his journey towards the Crimson Chaos City.
On the way, his mind fills with memories from a month ago. He recalls having placed a soul mark on one of the bandits who attempted to rob him. Now, following the spiritual traces left by that mark, he's determined to find the criminals' hideout.
Upon reaching the designated spot indicated by the mark, a shocking sight awaits him. A scene of carnage unfolds before his eyes. All the bandits lie dead.
Anger mingles with confusion, as he intended to personally slay them to earn [hate points]. While trying to comprehend what transpired, Feng Wei continues to explore the area.
While investigating, his eyes catch the figure of a young cultivator. He's busy cleaning his bloodstained sword, while two masked women with designs of black cats await him.
The young man possesses remarkably smooth skin and dark, silky purple hair, a visage that could evoke envy even from the most beautiful women. He stands tall, around 23 years of age, eight years older than Feng Wei.
Upon seeing the young man, Feng Wei is initially taken aback by his beauty, but quickly realizes he's responsible for the massacre he encountered. He mutters to himself, "Hoho, capable of killing them all. This young man's destiny must be intriguing. What role should I play to deceive him? A villain, or perhaps an ally of these bandits? No..." A wicked smile forms on his lips as he approaches the young man, his eyes narrowing, and an implacable chill spreading across his face.
Feng Wei doesn't hesitate to address the young man, "You there! What happened here? Why are these bandits dead?"
The young man raises his gaze calmly, his blue eyes meeting Feng Wei's, and his initial look of tranquility turns into surprise, as if he's confusing Feng Wei with someone else. He thinks to himself, "Does he really resemble that damned brat?" His voice is calm, almost indifferent, as he replies, "I merely did what needed to be done. These bandits are nothing more than scum, deserving the death they found."
The two masked women seem shocked, murmuring to each other, "F-First Prince...! He spoke? Since that incident seven years ago, he hasn't said a word, not even to the Queen, his mother."
The young man doesn't seem to care about their exaggerated reaction. However, inside, he's as surprised as they are: "Why did I respond to this idiot? Just because he resembles that person?"
Feng Wei is unwilling to accept that explanation easily, "Don't you think killing them is a bit extreme? They could have been used to gather information."
The young man appears nonchalant about Feng Wei's opinion, "Information? I already knew what I needed to know. These bandits were mere pawns in a larger game."
Feng Wei furrows his brow, their exchange of words leading to an increase in tension between them. "So you think you can go around killing with impunity? You can't be so arrogant as to believe you're above the law."
The young man raises an eyebrow with a sardonic smile, "Laws? Laws are but conventions created by those who hold power. I answer to a higher law: the law of the strongest."
Feng Wei clenches his fists, feigning anger worthy of an Oscar, bubbling inside him. "You might be underestimating the situation. Right now, you're speaking to me, and I'm not someone you can toy with."
The young man continues to smile, seemingly unaffected by Feng Wei's words. "Oh, really? And who might you be?"
The two masked women mock him, "That kid is really clueless! Who would the crown prince of the empire not dare to offend? even if he was an elder of the great sects? They would have to speak respectfully in front of him."
Feng Wei, adopting an arrogant stance, responds, "None other than Young Master Feng Wei, from one of the most powerful sects on this continent, the Three Paths Sect."
The young man, once calm, starts trembling. Not out of fear, but out of anger. "You said Feng Wei?" he asked, with an annoyed look, while releasing an overwhelming Dao pressure.
\[+50 hate points\]
\[+100 hate points\]
\[+200 hate points\]
Feng Wei is stunned, "What the hell is happening here?"
The Ring Spirit intervenes, explaining, ["You're in an unpleasant situation now. If you don't think of a way to escape, kid, you're probably going to die!"]
Feng Wei mutters, "Humph! If a brat of his level could kill me, I'd deserve to die a thousand times. But I can't understand why he hates me so much. Could he have met the previous owner of this body? Don't tell me that damned Feng Wei stole his fiancée. But then again, looking at all the memories of this body, I don't see a young man with this appearance present in them."
["Kid, those two women aren't the only ones wearing masks. If I'm not mistaken, that young man is also wearing one. The difference is their masks serve to hide their faces and cultivation level, while that young man's mask is a relic that changes his appearance and alters his voice."] The Ring Spirit says.
"Now it makes more sense, and considering how the previous owner of this body had such a bad reputation, it wouldn't be impossible for him to have offended this young man," Feng Wei says, sending spiritual energy to his eyes. Suddenly, a screen appears in front of him.
\[Name: Wang Mei\]
\[Race: Human\]
\[Cultivation Level: **1st Level of Core Formation Realm**: At the Core Formation Realm, the cultivator forms a Qi core in their dantian, marking a significant milestone in cultivation advancement.\]
\[Abilities: X\]
\[Fate: Blood Vengeance Against Younger Brother / Become Emperor of the Continent / Find the great **Monster Master's Heritage:** Passed down by an ancestral entity that controlled sea creatures, this heritage allows the bearer to communicate with marine beings, such as mermaids, tritons, and sea dragons, as well as summon and control aquatic creatures in battles. \]
\[Steal Fate: X\]
\[Affection: 0%\]
\[Hate: 49%\]
\[Affection Points: 0 points\]
\[Hate Points: 350 points\]
\[Description: X\]
\[Weakness: X\]
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