Xingtie: Starting with an in-depth analysis of the Yellow Springs

Entering the battle, he drew his sword; stepping onto the arena, he displayed his sword; with one sword drawn, he concealed the sharpness of a hundred swords.

The martial arts ceremony showcases not only swords, but also the martial virtue and majesty of the Cloud Cavalry.

Having gone through so much, Yanqing now understands.

A single punch can prevent a hundred more.

[Wendy: A ceremony may not be the best method, but it is the most effective way to demonstrate the strength of the Celestial Ship.]

[Zhongli: This method is effective in both defense and internal security. Liyue could also try having the Thousand Rock Army display their military bearing to boost the confidence of its people.]

Ningguang: It's worth a try.

[Keqing: I wish the Emperor could also show up.]

[Danheng: Yanqing is a good apprentice.]

[Jingyuan: You don't even need to tell me how envious you are, do you? You... sigh, you can never go back to the way things were.]

Listening to Yanqing talk eloquently about the martial arts ceremony, Jiaoqiu felt a little curious.

I immediately asked Yanqing if he could take a look.

Since Yun Li and San Yueqi hadn't met before, Yan Qing agreed.

We arrived at Star Harbor.

As Jiaoqiu passed by two fox spirits and a cloud rider, he sniffed... A strange scent entered his nostrils, and it seemed somewhat familiar.

"Mr. Jiaoqiu, what's wrong?" Yanqing interrupted Jiaoqiu's thoughts.

Jiaoqiu replied nonchalantly, "No...it's nothing."

But his squinted eyes remained fixed on the fox-man until he left.

Against the azure sky, the Jingfeng warship, resembling a giant blade, was clearly visible even from a great distance.

[Ningguang: Even a decommissioned ship is much larger than my Jade Pavilion; it's unimaginable how big a celestial vessel would be.]

[Feixiao: Jiaoqiu, you seem to have discovered something.]

[Jiaoqiu: That was just a video. I probably had rhinitis at the time...after all, I like spicy food.]

[Feixiao: Alright, I'll leave the brain work to you.]

On the screen, Yanqing, with his back to the viewer, points to the Jingfeng warship in the sky and speaks eloquently.

Yun Li, standing to the side, clasped her hands in front of her chest, staring at Yan Qing with anticipation for what was to come.

"When the bell tolls tomorrow and the cannons fire, Yanqing will represent the Immortal Ship Luofu Cloud Cavalry and stand on the arena to accept the challenges from brave warriors from all directions."

"Yanqing was taken in by the general from a young age, where he was taught swordsmanship and military strategy. Every day, he would slash and thrust ten thousand times, repeating this process over and over again..."

“I understand that I am different from other children. I have never envied the toys and freedom they have, nor have I ever felt that practicing swordsmanship is a boring or difficult thing.”

"Even when I go to the battlefield, fight and kill enemies, and confront those vicious and wicked creatures, I have no fear."

"There is nothing happier in the world than holding every bit of strength and victory in your hands."

Yanqing changed the subject, her tone losing its arrogance.

"But then, I took a sword strike from someone. That sword shattered my once flawless confidence. In the instant that sword came, I felt fear for the first time. Perhaps this is what Mr. Jiaoqiu meant by the moment of life and death, when all thoughts vanish."

"The general once told me: I must find the reason for wielding my sword myself. For this reason, Yanqing was extremely distressed and tossed and turned at night."

"But after this long talk with Mr. Jiaoqiu, Yanqing found the answer in her heart."

At this moment, Yanqing's voice was no longer hesitant, but only firm in her goal.

The shattered sword heart was restored to its original state... no, it was even better.

"As a member of the Cloud Cavalry and a disciple of the general, I bear a heavy burden, and I am destined to bear even more."

"But only when I swing my sword can I feel that I can let go of everything. I like the me who puts all my strength into swinging the sword at the obstacles in front of me, and who is fearless and unstoppable."

"I wield my sword precisely because of this version of myself."

This scene forms a perfect picture, something to behold and cherish.

I really hope they can still recall this scene when they grow up.

Chapter 151 The Children of the Immortal Boat Are All Suffering

"Yanqing, oh Yanqing, you're so young but already so old... Speaking of which, how old are you exactly this year?"

Looking at Yanqing, who is now far more mature than most adults, Jiaoqiu couldn't help but sigh.

To have such insight at such a young age, he will surely look back on this day and rise to new heights sooner or later.

[My goodness, Jiaoqiu, I was still reeling from Yanqing's words when you made me laugh with just one sentence. How come you're so witty?]

[Ying: Pfft... As expected, none of the pink-haired girls are normal.]

Is it really a good thing to know too much at this age?

[Star: Who doesn't love a boy who grows up? Yanqing, just learn from me. After all, I've become famous throughout the universe in less than two years.]

[Jing Yuan: Cough... Yan Qing, please don't follow your senior Xing's example; her experiences are far too unique.]

[March 7th: Xing, don't teach Yanqing to like rummaging through trash cans too.]

[Star: Speaking of which, it's annoying. Where's the Pinocchio trash can? I miss Belloberg so much.]

[Zhongli: As Jingyuan's apprentice, Yanqing is destined to bear many responsibilities. Growing too fast might not be suitable for others, but I haven't seen anything wrong with Yanqing.]

Silver Wolf: I understand. Just like the protagonist, every time they encounter difficulties, they shout about friendship and ideals... and in the end, they succeed. Like Hoshi and the others.

[Bai E: I see. Before fighting, you need ideals, friendship, and responsibility. Quick, write this down.]

"This has nothing to do with my age. Anyone who practices swordsmanship will naturally understand how I feel." Yan Qing's ahoge (a stray hair on his head) swayed in the wind.

Aren't we talking about the reasons for wielding the sword? Why are you asking my age?

Jiaoqiu sighed deeply, "Alas... I understand, the children of Luofu have suffered so much. So, is there anything you would like to say, Miss Yunli?"

Yun Li: "It's impolite to ask a girl's age, no matter which immortal ship you're on."

[Zhe: Uh…why do girls have such weird things to look at?]

[March 7th: Asking a girl's age is impolite.]

"I'm not asking about age! I'm asking... do you have a dream like Brother Yanqing's?"

This is even more troublesome than healing the general! So exhausting.

Yun Li crossed her arms. "You don't seem like a chef; you're more like a TV host."

[Paimon: Hahaha, it seems like Peppercorn is trying to coax a kid.]

[Moze: Jiaoqiu, this is the biggest emotional fluctuation I've ever seen.]

[Jiaoqiu: ...Why bring up something you shouldn't be talking about?]

Yun Li didn't share Yan Qing's ambition to challenge the defending champion; she simply wanted to win the precious sword that her grandfather had given her.

Yanqing: "You're all you think about, swords."

“You don’t have anything else in your head either!” Yun Li retorted.

[March 7th: Masters, please stop arguing.]

[Qingque: Triggering the keyword, a smooth mini-combo.]

After retorting, Yun Li lowered her head and began to tell her story.

“My father was the craftsman of the Zhu Ming Immortal Ship. Because of his foolishness, many people died under the demonic sword he created.”

He raised his head and said earnestly, "I've understood since I was a child that many people don't deserve to hold any weapons. Allowing them to wield swords is cruelty to innocent people."

"Whenever I encounter someone whose virtue is unworthy of a sword, I can't help but feel an itch to snatch the weapon from their hand. It's just that... Brother Yanqing is going to defend the arena for this martial arts ceremony. I kindly stepped in to prevent the precious sword from being entrusted to the wrong person."

Upon hearing the key phrase, Yanqing exclaimed, "What do you mean by 'entrusting the wrong person'? Explain it to me clearly!"

Yun Li did not reply, but stared at Yan Qing with her eyes wide open, the meaning of which was self-evident.

Jiaoqiu: "Sigh, I understand now. Zhu Ming's children are suffering too."

[March 7th: So Master Yunli became like this because of the Demon Sword.]

[Xingqiu: My first impression of Miss Yunli was that she was childish, sigh... I'll never make judgments so early again.]

[Walter: There was a man whose appearance I understood...]

[Walter: You mean...]

[Fu Xuan: Jiao Qiu, you're quite an interesting person. The Yaoqing Immortal Ship is famous for its battles; the kids there don't have it as easy as we do.]

[Gui Naifen: Changchang, you must have had a tough time before. No wonder you don't know many characters; you must not have had time to study.]

[Su Chang: This... I... I can't learn it because it's too difficult.]

[Summary: The children of Xianzhou have it tough.]

"Having a reason to wield the sword is always better than being lost and helpless. In my life, I have healed many Cloud Riders, including two such outstanding warriors as you..."

At this point, Jiaoqiu stopped.

Yanqing: "Why did you stop halfway through your sentence, Mr. Jiaoqiu?"

Jiaoqiu snapped out of her reverie, “...I was just thinking about a few old friends and some old stories.”

As a physician, Jiaoqiu praised the two's physical abilities, saying that this match... would definitely be very exciting.

We've seen the Jingfeng ship and said everything we needed to say. Jiaoqiu is also preparing to say goodbye for now.

Seeing that Jiaoqiu was about to leave, March 7th became anxious. "You haven't even asked me if I have a dream! I've been training very hard too!"

I've been thinking about this for so long, just waiting for you to ask! And now you're leaving?

[Star: Hahaha, March is hilarious! What are you expecting?]

Paimon: Miss March is a child too.

[March 7th: Oh dear, I'm so shy.]

[Himeko: Hehe... Then let me ask you when you get back to the train in March, okay?]

[March 7th: Himeko-nee~ that's not what I meant.]

Jiaoqiu: "It's getting late, Miss March. I'm an adult bound by my position, and the tasks my general assigns me won't be completed automatically."

Suddenly, something occurred to him, "By the way, Brother Yanqing, do you usually have so many of us hanging out here?"

Yanqing: "...Actually, this is not a place where you are allowed to trespass. It's just that since everyone here is a guest, I brought you all here to have a look."

"I understand. Then I'll take my leave now. I wish you both the best of luck tomorrow."

Then Jiaoqiu waved and turned to leave.

But in his heart he was thinking about the three people he had met by chance before.

[Yanqing: Mr. Jiaoqiu seems to be reminding me of something. Right…aren't those three people I encountered in the video supposed to be off-limits here?]

[Jingyuan: Yanqing.]

[Yanqing: Understood, General.]

[Jimi: The video says the martial arts ceremony will be performed tomorrow. Doesn't that count as a spoiler? If so, then I, as the host, have been working for nothing.]

[March 7th: Masters, wait for me! We'll be back on the Immortal Ship in two days.]

"What should we do? It seems we've been exposed prematurely?"

"Let's go all out and charge straight in."

"This is a celestial vessel, do you think you can break in?"

"What should we do then? We've already aroused suspicion."

The two fox-people kept talking in front of Lu Jun.

Lu Jun's eyes flashed with hostility. "Keep your voice down. Are you trying to attract everyone here?"

"We can't wait for the video to continue playing; we need to act now."

"The Prison of Imprisonment..."