I, Who Hate Marine So Much, Have Become A Future Nika?

Chapter 88: A Long Journey, Only the Sword as Companion

Because they were already familiar with each other, and Yan Lingwei had also been regarded as a friend by Zhong Cang, he didn't say anything humble when facing her. Instead, he casually said, "You have personally experienced my strength. Also, I made it to the fifteenth level. What surprises you? Are you in a hurry to cash in on favors?"

"This young lady is not that foolish. I will keep these favors and exchange them when you advance to the Gold Core stage. I will exchange them when I feel like it."

"In that case, you'll have to wait. By the way, I have good news for you. You have another opportunity to receive a favor from me."

Upon hearing this, Yan Lingwei's eyes lit up, understanding Zhong Cang's meaning.

"You want me to help you with something? What is it? Tell me. Oh, and make sure to have a better attitude. If I'm in a good mood, the probability of me agreeing to your request will increase."

With her hands behind her back, she wanted to see Zhong Cang speak kindly.

Unfortunately, she was disappointed. Zhong Cang's expression remained as indifferent as ever.

"No rush, first tell me the reason you came."

"You already guessed it, recruitment."

Upon saying this, she revealed a smile that was not quite a smile, and her tone became complex and inexplicable.

"The Yan Family values you a lot. When I came over, my father already told me that if you are willing to marry into the family, you can choose any of the clan's daughters, including Yan Hongyu, whom you are familiar with."

"I have seen Hongyu. She is beautiful and very proud. It is said that it is quite fulfilling to train a girl with such a personality. So, are you happy? Are you interested?"

Yan Lingwei's mischievous inquiry made Zhong Cang roll his eyes.

"What kind of value is that? If they truly valued me, the one they would have me marry wouldn't be Yan Hongyu, but you. Don't think I don't know. In the eyes of your noble families, a daughter from a collateral branch is no different from a servant."

With this statement, Zhong Cang intended to express that the Yan Family's regard for him did not reach the level of necessity.

However, what left him speechless was Yan Lingwei's reaction after listening to his words. She directly covered her face with a fan, and her tone became somewhat shy and embarrassed.

"Is this a love proposal? How bold. But I'm sorry, you haven't made me fall for you yet. Please try harder, and in the future, treat me better. Also, be more humorous. Don't be like a wooden person..."

Her words, like those of a love-struck girl, made Zhong Cang even more helpless.

"Stop, stop, let's talk about business."

"Interrupting this young lady's words is rude and will deduct points. Also, I'm serious. If you really achieve that, I will give you a chance to pursue me."

Zhong Cang had only one attitude towards this statement.

"Hehe."

"If it were your sister Xiaodie saying this, I might believe it a little, but you..."

Although he didn't finish his sentence, the completely undisguised look in his eyes already indicated Zhong Cang's attitude, which made Yan Lingwei angry.

What left Zhong Cang speechless was that Yan Lingwei's anger was mainly not because he didn't believe her, but rather because of another matter.

No longer maintaining a pretense of shyness, her tone became somewhat cold as she said, "So, you prefer my sister."

"?!!"

"How did you come up with that? She's only thirteen."

"In other words, as long as the age is appropriate?"

"Of course not..."

Yan Lingwei's unreasonable provocation gave Zhong Cang a headache, so he decided to completely shut down this topic.

"I won't join any family, even if I were to form a Daoist couple, it would be to marry a wife, not to marry into a family."

This statement made Yan Lingwei somewhat unhappy, but also somewhat satisfied as she said, "Then it will be difficult for you to marry a legitimate daughter of a prestigious family. Those who are called legitimate daughters by the family are all naturally gifted individuals. No matter which cultivation sect, they are reluctant to marry them off."

Zhong Cang understood this, but...

"It doesn't matter. I never had any plans to marry or fall in love."

"You, you wooden person, accompany the sword for a lifetime!"

Listening to Yan Lingwei's angry words, Zhong Cang did not get angry. He thought for a moment and nodded instead.

"The road is long, only the sword as company. Your proposal is not bad. For me, as long as there is a sword, it is enough."

"..."

The effect of this sentence was extremely outstanding. The cunning Yan Lingwei opened her mouth for a while, not knowing what to say.

While she was silent, Zhong Cang took the opportunity to open the gift box sent by the Yan Family and looked at the gift they gave him.

Then, a crimson flying sword came into Zhong Cang's view.

"Because I showed strong sword skills in the selection, they sent a flying sword. It's reasonable and thoughtful. But what I want most now is not such an external object."

Sighing in his heart, Zhong Cang handed the box to Yan Lingwei.

This action made her react from her silence.

"What? Don't you like it?"

"It's not that. It's just that right now, I need a fire-type spiritual object that can enhance my physique. It would be best if this object can strengthen the heart. Your Yan Family specializes in fire-type, so you should have such a spiritual object, right?"

"We do have it, but why should we give it to you?"

Yan Lingwei's tone was unfriendly.

Zhong Cang could understand this. He had just silenced her with his words, so it was strange for her to be in a good mood.

Ignoring her little mood, Zhong Cang calmly said, "I won't ask for it for free. In addition to the flying sword you sent, I have received many things these days, and I also stored six hundred spirit stones before."

"I'm willing to give you all these things and spirit stones in exchange for the treasures I want."

This proposal moved Yan Lingwei.

"Six hundred spirit stones plus treasures from other families, the value is equivalent to Flame Heart Elixir."

Speaking up to this point, Yan Lingwei's words took a turn.

"But I don't want these things. I want your favor. Remember, you owe me twice."

"Okay, but let's make it clear in advance. I will repay your favor, but I won't do anything against my own will."

"I won't make you do that."

...

When you owe too much, you don't worry.

Having already owed a favor once, Zhong Cang didn't have much emotional fluctuation about owing another one.

Of course, the most important thing was that he believed the probability of him becoming a Gold Core was very high.

When he became strong, he could easily repay this favor.

With Yan Lingwei mediating in the middle, soon the gift from the Yan Family changed from the Crimson Flame Sword to the Flame Heart Elixir that enhanced the physique.

And obtaining the Flame Heart Elixir meant that Zhong Cang's five elements were completely gathered. Now, he could make his five organs undergo transformation at any time.

Without hesitation, that night, Zhong Cang began his journey of taking the elixir.

The first one he took was the Essence of Earth.

"The earth is stable, a noble person carries all things with great virtue."

The earth and rocks are the most reassuring elements. After awakening the Rock Turtle Spirit, Zhong Cang's physique and foundation will undoubtedly be strengthened and stabilized, laying a solid foundation for the upcoming transformation.

"Buzz..."

(End of this chapter)