Seeing Xiao Bao's proud face and the expectation to be praised, Yi Lei Fang tried not to laugh.
"Ahem. Well, your masterpiece looks… unique. Ppf.. ahem. Anywho, I don't know how to refine pills or create elixirs."
Yi Lei Fang's compliment about his painting made him feel arrogant as he haughtily replied, "Don't worry this great dragon, Xiao Bao, will help you with that! Just ask this great dragon and I will help you with all my knowledge but before that-"
He flew to the bookshelf and used telekinesis to grab five books. The books were set on the wooden table.
"First, you will have to read these books to familiarize yourself with alchemy and herbs. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask Asura."
Yi Lei Fang almost puked blood when she heard his last words. Ah, didn't Xiao Bao say that he would help her with all of his knowledge? So why was Asura the one to help?
Xiao Bao saw Yi Lei Fang's questioning and doubting looks.
"Goddess, since you were little at that time, you probably didn't know about Asura's hidden skills. Other than fighting, he also knows alchemy, medicine, and other medical skills including acupuncture. He masters all of them!"
Yi Lei Fang raised her eyebrow in interest. She nodded her head, understanding that Xiao Bao has brain knowledge while Asura has fighting and medical skills. Not asking any further questions, she started to open the books and begin reading.
After reading all five books about alchemy, herbs, and medicine, she became more excited! If not for her photographic memory and being a fast learner, she wouldn't remember and understand half of what she was just read.
Since Yi Lei Fang already read some books, she might as well read all the books while she's still here.
Yi Lei Fang became too immersed in reading and by the time she was done, she finally looked up at the piles of the messes she made.
She let out a deep sigh. It took her almost two years reading all the books and she still had time before her maid comes in at seven in the morning. So now it should be about four o'clock. The woman has three years left for hands-on learning.
Yi Lei Fang turned around and saw Asura sleeping a couple feet behind her while Xiao Bao used him as a pillow.
She got up and approached them. Asura opened his eyes and glanced up at her. He lazily looked down at Xiao Bao happily snuggling closer before averting his eyes back to the woman.
"I'm ready." Yi Lei Fang firmly said.
In a quiet courtyard, Yi Lei Fang has been practicing her martial arts. It's been six days since her arrival.
Two handsome young men leisurely walked to Yi Lei Fang's courtyard. Both have dark hair, black as night and thin lips. One with purple eyes while the other had soft chamomile eyes. Both of their eyebrows straight and sharp. The structures of their noses formed a perfect straight outline and the clothes they wore revealed their toned muscles and slim bodies.
The young man with purple eyes gave off a gentle and a happy-go-lucky atmosphere while the one with soft chamomile eyes gave off a relaxing and cool-headed atmosphere.
In front of them, they saw a beautiful woman swinging her swords. Her every movement seemed as if she was dancing as her body flexibly twisted and turned. When she used her qingong to jump and swing, she looked like a goddess of war swiping down upon her enemies. The sweat on her face makes her look more enchanting, it was mesmerizing.
The sword that Yi Lei Fang held was dazzling when the light reflected off the shiny blade. The craftsmanship of the sword did not disappointment Yi Lei Fang. It is exactly what she wanted.
The color of the hilt was dusty lavender with a silver cross-guard. At the end of the silver pommel is a snow plum color with tassels hanging down beautifully. The scabbard is the same color as the hilt with beautiful silver swirls on each side. Three days ago, she had a weaponsmith make her a sword that she drafted on a piece of paper. The weapon came out strong and sturdy. It was light as a feather and easy to maneuver.
At the corner of Yi Lei Fang's eyes, she saw two young men approaching her. Her feet landed elegantly. She turned to them with a beautiful smile that made flowers bloom and birds sing.
"Elder Brother Cheng and Second Elder Brother Xing-fu, what are you doing here?"
Xi Ting came over to Yi Lei Fang with a handkerchief and a scabbard. Yi Lei Fang inserted the sword back into the scabbard and grabbed the handkerchief to wipe the sweat off her forehead.
Yi Cheng responded back with doting brotherly love, "Just passing by to see my beautiful Xiao Meimei."
Yi Xing-fu rolled his eyes when he saw Yi Cheng's goofy smile.
Yi Xing-fu gently continued, "We were just wondering if you are up for hunting? We are heading out tomorrow at Si Shi (9-11AM). Do you want to join us? We will be out hunting for three days and two nights."
Yi Lei Fang's eyes sparkled with excitement. She can use her fighting skills and qingong when hunting! She can also utilize her medical skills to go look for some herbs to make a replenished blood circulation for the original owner's father. This is killing two birds with one stone!
Yi Lei Fang nodded her head excitedly, "Yes, I want to go!" Then she paused for a bit before continuing. "Hhmm… How about making this hunting more exciting? Let us do a competition! Elder Brother Cheng and Second brother Xing-fu, let's see which of our hunting skills is better and whoever brings more goods home will win!"
Yi Cheng waves his fist in agreement, "That's a great idea Xiao Meimei! But what's in it for the winner, are there any rules?"
Yi Xing-fu was also interested in this new hunting game. He quietly and attentively waited to hear Yi Lei Fang's answer.
"The loser will have to listen to the winner's three requests and if it is not granted then the loser will have to do a horse stand for six hours, and reveal their secrets to father! The rules are no cheating and stealing."
Yi Lei Fang let out an evil smirk. Of course, she knew their secrets thanks to the memories and the original owner's close relationships with her brothers.
Who knew that the gentle looking elder brother Cheng is a fighting maniac like their father? He would sneak out in the middle of the night wearing a mask not to expose his identity when doing illegal underground fighting!
Unlike Yi Xing-fu who seemed cool-headed, that man was actually a hot-headed person like their mother; they seemed gentle on the outside but terrifyingly scary on the inside. He would go out for a killing spree whenever he became angry. Luckily, he only kills bad guys and bandits. Those poor savage people didn't know what they did to anger a beast. Sadly, the bad guys who died under Yi Xing-fu's sword were already dead before they knew he was venting his anger on them instead!
If their father knew about their secrets, who knew what hell might break loose! No one wants to provoke a fiery raging lion!
Yi Cheng did not back down. "Alright Xiao Meimei, I accept the challenge! Don't go crying to muqin and fuqin when you lose."
He crossed his arms and gave her a provocative look while Yi Xing-fu only nodded his head, agreeing with the challenge and rules.
Seeing the determination and fiery looks in Yi Cheng and Yi Xing-fu eyes, Yi Lei Fang's whole personality became anxious and competitive. She glanced to Xi Ting.
"Elder Brother Cheng and Second Elder Brother Xing-fu, you guys better get ready. Who knows, maybe you guys might end up being the ones that cry to muqin and fuqin instead." Yi Lei Fang sent Yi Cheng a provocative look back to him before turning to Xi Ting.
"Ting'er, go and prepare the stuff for tomorrow's hunting."
Xi Ting bowed and responded, "Yes, Young Miss. I will prepare it right away."
The three Yi siblings walked to a nearby pavilion to sit down and talk while snacking and drinking the tea that was already prepared on the smooth stone table.
After chatting for a few minutes, Yi Lei Fang politely escorted her brothers out.
Everything was set and ready for tomorrow's hunt. Yi Lei Fang wrote down on a piece of paper and handed it to Xi Ting. "Send this letter over to her as soon as possible."
Xi Ting didn't ask any question and can only comply to her Young Miss's requests. She knew the lady and her master has been keeping in touch ever since her master was a child, but this was the first time Yi Lei Fang requested the letter to be sent immediately. "Yes, Young Miss. I will send this letter to her as soon as I can. Don't worry and have a good rest."
Xi Ting left the room and did not see the glint flash in Yi Lei Fang's eyes.
But, ah… who would have known that this hunting game would give Yi Lei Fang a big headache in the future?
Muqin - mother
Fuqin - father