Chapter 1819 - 1820: Iaido
Ling Zhenfei was taken aback after listening. He couldn't remember how many years the Peach Blossom Fairy had spent in this Secret Realm, but he didn't expect her to say that being alone here was unbearable.
After calculating the time, he's been in the Peach Blossom Secret Realm for quite a while now, perhaps it's time to leave.
Ling Zhenfei bid farewell to the Peach Blossom Fairy and flew towards the riverbank.
Ling Zhenfei thought about the monsters in the river, their power was increasing, and he wondered how they were now.
Before reaching the riverbank, Ling Zhenfei already took out his Dragon Tooth Dagger, preparing himself.
Trying to leave this Peach Blossom Secret Realm undoubtedly meant another great battle.
But Ling Zhenfei had gotten used to it. Having such a place as his proving ground was not a privilege everyone could have.
Actually, while holding the Dragon Tooth Dagger, Ling Zhenfei suddenly thought of Ittō-ryū and Iga-ryu's ninjutsu.
He was particularly interested in their Iaido techniques.
Ling Zhenfei even felt that it was something very profound. It seemed simple now only because he hadn't mastered Iaido deeply.
Just like Huaxia's Five Elements and Eight Trigrams, starting from the Innate Eight Trigrams, constantly evolving into Sixteen Trigrams, then Thirty-Two Trigrams, eventually becoming One Hundred and Eight Hexagrams.
The reason is that although it was powerful at the beginning, it was difficult to comprehend, so it had to evolve continuously, eventually becoming suitable for both the old and young but losing its original flavor.
This Iaido must have been extraordinarily powerful and incomprehensible at first, but now it has evolved so much that it's merely a facade.
Although it's a facade now, losing its essence, it's still extremely powerful. It's hard not to wonder about its original magic.
But now shouldn't be about thinking too much, rather focus on dealing with the monsters from the book and thinking about how to leave.
As expected, just as Ling Zhenfei thought, upon reaching the water surface, he was immediately attacked.
Without hesitation, Ling Zhenfei flipped into the water, launching an attack from below.
On the surface of the water, Ling Zhenfei wouldn't see what lurked below, making him passive. But it was different underwater.
The water monsters engaged Ling Zhenfei in close-quarters combat.
Indeed, the water monsters had grown stronger again, especially the Octopus Monster Fish from last time, whose power was formidable. Ling Zhenfei wielded the Dragon Tooth Dagger in a fierce battle.
The Octopus Monster Fish shot attacks from its body, launching various long-range assaults on Ling Zhenfei from a distance.
Previously, Ling Zhenfei suffered from this octopus, nearly killed when entangled by it. This time, he wasn't about to be fooled again.
No matter what, Ling Zhenfei upheld one principle: not to be caught by the octopus.
This time, Ling Zhenfei dove into the water, especially when close to the octopus, its long tentacles couldn't fully extend.
Thus, Ling Zhenfei easily found the octopus's weak spot, using the Dragon Tooth Dagger to stab it several times, uncertain if it was dead.
Originally intending to solve the octopus quickly, but underwater wasn't that simple; there were various powerful water monsters.
While dealing with the octopus, he also had to handle other water creatures. Feeling the timing was right, Ling Zhenfei unleashed formidable Northern Spiritual Energy in the water.
Then he seized the moment to jump onto the opposite bank.
Ling Zhenfei exhaled deeply, realizing the water monsters' power was indeed increasing and wondering how strong they'd become later.
Upon leaving the Peach Blossom Secret Realm, it was dawn. Apparently, after returning yesterday, Ling Zhenfei had been cultivating continuously until the following morning.
Ling Zhenfei felt quite satisfied. Without this Peach Blossom Secret Realm, who knows how long it would take for him to recover?
Ling Zhenfei opened the door and stepped out.
As expected, this morning the Hoshino Family was exceptionally quiet, not battling anymore, except for those specifically guarding the door, everyone else was asleep, no need to wake up early.
Ling Zhenfei knew after consecutive battles the Hoshino Family was very tired, deserving a good rest.
In the Hoshino Family, there was a small lake, surrounded by beautiful trees. People compared it to the Great Tang's Golden Age in the Island Nation; indeed, everything here was modeled after the architecture of that time.
The pavilions and pagodas were stunning.
Strolling along the lakeside, feeling refreshed, without burdens in the heart, one naturally becomes relaxed.
Gradually, the Hoshino Family members started waking up, seeing Ling Zhenfei and showing great respect.
Many people voluntarily greeted Ling Zhenfei; it could be said that no one in Bin Qi Wu didn't know him.
Everyone knew the Hoshino Family had a master skilled not only in profound cultivation techniques but also single-handedly resolved conflicts with the Watanabe Family.
Ling Zhenfei didn't think much of it, finding it no big deal.
As it was breakfast time, someone from the Hoshino Family offered to remind Ling Zhenfei to have his morning meal.
Ling Zhenfei didn't stand on ceremony, heading to the restaurant in the distance.
In the morning, the restaurant wasn't crowded; many took breakfast back to their rooms or were sleeping in late, so it wasn't busy.
After getting some breakfast, Ling Zhenfei headed toward Hoshino Junka's residence.
Yesterday, Hoshino Junka certainly was very tired, so perhaps she wouldn't be up so early today.
Indeed, when Ling Zhenfei knocked on the door, Hoshino Junka hadn't gotten up yet.
Wearing pajamas, Hoshino Junka opened the door, feeling a bit shy and asked Ling Zhenfei to wait as she'd quickly get up.
In the Island Nation, women shouldn't get up late or skip breakfast after marriage, as they'd be ridiculed.
That's why Hoshino Junka said so.
Ling Zhenfei said, "It's fine, since you're tired, rest well. I've already brought breakfast; I'll wait for you to eat."
Hoshino Junka felt a bit embarrassed, but quickly went to change and freshen up.
After a while, Hoshino Junka came to the dining table.
At this time, Ling Zhenfei had prepared everything, a cup of Heart-Talk Fruit juice for each person.
Feeling a bit embarrassed, Hoshino Junka said, "Husband, this is what I should do. I didn't expect you to take care of me, it's really embarrassing."
Ling Zhenfei said, "It's okay, since we're married, there's no need for many rules."
Hoshino Junka said, "You're so good, I never dreamt I'd marry you."
Ling Zhenfei asked, "Who did you want to marry?"
Hoshino Junka said, "According to family tradition, I should marry a young man from Ittō-ryū to solidify familial bonds."
Ling Zhenfei thought of Watanabe Hideaki and Suzuki Keiko, likely due to similar reasons.
