You Are the One I Want to Embrace Even When I'm Wielding My Sword (Reborn in a Book) - 002
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- 002 - Unexpected Events
After departing from the dilapidated temple, Fu Yan swiftly rode towards Heiquan Town. This prized steed was personally bred by the Shuilin Sect, capable of traveling a thousand miles in a day, which was one to two times faster than ordinary horses, proving to be an excellent travel companion. As for flying on a sword, such a method required successfully opening one’s dantian and reaching the Core Formation stage. Therefore, for Fu Yan’s current cultivation level, she could only travel by horse. Interestingly, Fu Yan didn’t know how to ride horses before transmigrating. However, with her body’s memories, she quickly adapted and became proficient.
By the afternoon, Fu Yan had successfully reached Heiquan Town. At this point, she was starving. Her current cultivation level hadn’t reached the stage of fasting, so like ordinary people, she needed to consume a certain amount of food daily. Having traveled all day without eating since last night, she couldn’t bear it any longer.
Naturally, the Shuilin Sect had its own lodging in Heiquan Town. Fu Yan quickly found the location from memory, left her prized steed behind, and went alone to a hotel in the small town. Perhaps because it wasn’t yet evening, there weren’t many people in the hotel, so Fu Yan’s meal was quickly served.
While eating, Fu Yan didn’t forget about her mission. When the waiter had a moment, she called him over. “Waiter, I heard that there’s a notorious flower thief in town. Is it true?” Fu Yan asked casually while eating, her gaze fixed on the waiter in front of her. Upon hearing this, the waiter’s expression changed slightly. He sighed and said, “Ah, these days have indeed been restless. That flower thief is a cultivator. We mortals can’t compete with him. Since he appeared, several ladies in our town have suffered.”
Fu Yan nodded silently, feeling a bit apprehensive. Seemingly noticing Fu Yan’s beauty for the first time, the waiter couldn’t help but advise, “Miss, I suggest you finish your meal and hurry home. It’s getting dark soon, and it’s not safe to wander around. The flower thief particularly targets young and beautiful women like you.”
Fu Yan smiled awkwardly. She was afraid the flower thief wouldn’t dare to show up in front of her, but she needed more clues. So, she replied honestly, “It’s okay. I’m also a cultivator, so I’m not afraid of the flower thief.”
“You’re also a cultivator, miss?” The waiter seemed surprised but not suspicious, especially since there was indeed a sword on Fu Yan’s table. Afterwards, the waiter seemed to remember something and widened his eyes, “Could it be that miss is from the Shuilin Sect?” It turned out that some time ago, the flower thief seemed to have set his sights on the daughter of the Lin family in town. Mr. Lin immediately sought help from the Shuilin Sect. This incident was well-known throughout Heiquan Town, so when the waiter heard that Fu Yan was also a cultivator, he couldn’t help but ask.
Fu Yan choked a bit, hastily poured herself a glass of tea, drank it, and then quickly nodded at the waiter. “That’s great! Miss, you must catch that flower thief!” The waiter, just an ordinary mortal, naturally held a sense of awe towards cultivators from sects. Therefore, seeing Fu Yan’s expression, he couldn’t help but become more respectful. Being called “miss” made Fu Yan feel a bit embarrassed, but she didn’t have time to dwell on it. She quickly asked again, “Do you have any recent news about the flower thief?”
Asked this question, the waiter carefully thought for a moment before hesitantly explaining, “Miss, I haven’t noticed until you mentioned it. It seems that the flower thief hasn’t appeared for some time.” With those words, Fu Yan couldn’t help but furrow her brows slightly. She didn’t believe that the flower thief had fled because of fear of the Shuilin Sect’s intervention. After all, tasks assigned by the sect rarely went wrong. She just hoped there wouldn’t be any unexpected developments.
After finishing her meal and paying, Fu Yan headed straight for the Lin family’s residence. Upon learning that someone from the Shuilin Sect had arrived, Mr. Lin hurriedly came out to greet them. However, when he saw only Fu Yan, his expression of joy faltered slightly. “Why is there only one cultivator? Aren’t there others from your sect?” Mr. Lin thought for a moment before honestly asking Fu Yan.
Fu Yan understood his concern. He was afraid that she alone wouldn’t be able to handle the situation. However, she didn’t think Mr. Lin was looking down on her. So, she replied honestly, “I’m the only one.” Hearing this, although mentally prepared, Mr. Lin’s disappointment was still evident. “This…”
“Mr. Lin, don’t worry. Since I’ve taken on the task, I will certainly protect Miss Lin’s safety.” Fu Yan nodded slightly to Mr. Lin, offering him some comfort. “In that case, I’ll have to thank you, miss.” Mr. Lin had no other choice but to pin all his hopes on Fu Yan.
Accompanied by Mr. Lin, Fu Yan entered the Lin family’s residence. After listening to Mr. Lin, she roughly understood the current situation. The flower thief had indeed set his sights on Miss Lin, and he had already attempted to attack once, but fortunately, Mr. Lin had stopped him. “Miss, I accidentally saved a cultivator a few years ago. To repay me, he left a formation in my residence. It was because of this formation that the flower thief failed to succeed.” Recalling that night, Mr. Lin still seemed a bit frightened.
“Formation?” Fu Yan asked Mr. Lin. Naturally, Mr. Lin didn’t refuse. He quickly led Fu Yan to a pavilion. As soon as she entered the courtyard, Fu Yan could sense the spiritual energy fluctuations of the formation. After circling the pavilion, she had her answer. Although Fu Yan wasn’t proficient in formations, she could tell that this was a basic self-defense formation. For cultivators at her Foundation Establishment stage, breaking it would indeed be somewhat tricky. If it were a cultivator at the Core Formation stage, they could easily dismantle it with a wave of their hand. From this, it could be inferred that the flower thief’s cultivation level was indeed around the ninth level of Foundation Establishment.
“This formation is old and hasn’t been maintained. It could stop the flower thief once, but it might be difficult the second time.” Fu Yan shook her head, stating a fact as she looked at the formation. With that, Mr. Lin couldn’t help but sigh. “Miss, you’re right. That’s why I sought help from the Shuilin Sect and hoped that you would capture the flower thief.”
Fu Yan found the place where the formation had been attacked, carefully observed it, and concluded that the flower thief’s cultivation level would pose no major problem for her. “Has the flower thief not appeared for a few days?” Fu Yan asked Mr. Lin again. Hearing this, Mr. Lin counted on his fingers and carefully recalled before murmuring, “It seems… it’s been five days since the formation stopped him.” Five days… It was a bit strange. Normally, if an attempt failed once, the flower thief would quickly try again. Why did it seem like he had given up, as if he hadn’t shown up again?
Although she had some doubts, Fu Yan didn’t dwell on them. After all, she had something for self-protection. Recalling the memories of the original owner, Fu Yan knew that the original owner wasn’t arrogant. After taking on the task, she used all her sect points to exchange for an explosive talisman. This explosive talisman was condensed with true energy by a Core Formation stage expert from the sect. When activated, it was equivalent to an attack by a Core Formation stage cultivator, leaving no room for retaliation for someone at the Foundation Establishment stage. “From today on, I’ll pretend to be Miss Lin’s maid and stay in this pavilion, waiting for the flower thief to show up again.” With her decision made, Fu Yan continued as if she had already finished her sentence.
Fuyan informed Mr. Lin of the situation.
The flower thief came and went without a trace. No one knew his hideout, so they could only wait for his appearance.
Upon hearing that Fu Yan would stay at the residence, Mr. Lin instantly felt relieved and said, “Then I’ll rely on you, esteemed cultivator.” So, Fu Yan temporarily stayed in the pavilion. That night passed without incident.
“Could he have given up?” Miss Lin, seeming naive, asked Fu Yan curiously, noting the passing days without any strange occurrences. Fu Yan shook her head, believing the flower thief wouldn’t give up, suspecting he might be planning something bigger.
Confirming Fu Yan’s speculation, the next night, while Miss Lin slept, Fu Yan, hiding in the shadows, suddenly opened her eyes. There was a huge vibration from outside the formation. In an instant, the spiritual energy fluctuations disappeared entirely. Inside, Fu Yan was surprised. While the flower thief could break the formation, it was happening too fast.
Almost instantly, the formation shattered. Before Fu Yan could react, the flower thief, dressed in black, appeared in the pavilion. His target seemed clear: Miss Lin on the bed.
Outside, a faint breeze blew, and the moonlight was particularly bright. It seeped through the window, illuminating the pavilion.
The flower thief, concealed by black clothing, was indistinct due to Fu Yan’s cultivation level. He approached the bed’s edge.
With time running out, Fu Yan leaped from the shadows, gripping her iron sword and thrusting it at the flower thief. However, he made no move to dodge and intercepted Fu Yan’s sword with his body.
However…
Just as Fu Yan’s sword neared the flower thief, it was immobilized by a powerful force, and she couldn’t push forward. This was… True Yuan!
Realizing her sword was restrained, Fu Yan felt shock, her eyes widening in disbelief.
This was bad!
The person was actually at the Core Formation stage!