"Wait, sister, what do you mean? Why am I dense?" Zhao Ye Bai asked, holding back a tear of his from the pain.
"Perhaps it really is better to just beat into him." I sighed. "Brother Xu Yi, what do you think?" I asked, walking over to the three of them slowly.
"What do you mean, Junior Brother? I uh, oh don't hurt him too much." Xu Yi answered in a panic, misunderstanding the situation.
"Ahahaha, oh no. Nothing like that. I'm certain I've discovered Brother Zhao Ye Bai's problem. This is actually quite easy to fix. But sadly the easiest fix isn't going to happen. So I can only force it." I laughed. "Brother Zhao Ye Bai, Brother Xu Yi. There is a place not far that will help you get that pent up issue resolved." I chuckled. "I've heard it's quite a nice place. And it can solve both of your problems." I smirked.
"What are you talking about Junior Brother?" Zhao Ye Bai asked.
I raised my hand with my index finger raised. "Oh nothing too crazy…" I said, throwing my arm on his shoulder in a brotherly manner. "Just a little special place is all. The jade there is said to be quite good." I explained.
"BROTHER YANG! YOU'RE NOT TALKING ABOUT A BROTHEL ARE YOU!?" Zhao Ya shouted.
"Of course I am. You see Brother Zhao Ye Bai here, needs to be broken out of his shell. It's quite a solid one. So I figured bringing him to a place like that would eventually break this thing. Though, it's not the preferred method." I answered, completely calm.
"Wait, Brother. Master said that the dao is all I need. I… I can't possibly do something like that." Zhao Ye Bai stammered, A darker shade of red than Smiles' dress.
I removed my arm and sighed, taking a step away, stopping and then turned around. And then swung. SLAP, a very clear mark appeared on Zhao Ye Bai's face. It was definitely painful.
"IF YOU THIS THEN WHO ARE PROTECTING WITH THAT DAO?" I shouted. "My father married multiple women on his journey. Each of whom holds a special place in his heart. And all of them are those he would use his Dao to protect." I explained. "WHAT IS THAT DRIVES YOU TO GROW STRONGER? SIMPLE IMPROVEMENT? THAT IS SHALLOW AND NARROW MINDED!" I shouted again, grabbing Zhao Ye Bai by the collar of his outfit.
"Family..?" Zhao Ye Bai stammered, confused and scared.
"Don't make me laugh Brother Zhao. You can't even commit to the answer. You've been lying to yourself and it is why you are weak." I said, narrowing my eyes angrily. "Family is the right answer. Now, tell me, is a wife not a man's family?" I queried, glaring deathly into his eyes. A glare that not a soul would dare look away from.
"Yes, a man's wife is his family." Zhao Ye Bai gulped.
"Good, and is a wife not a woman?" I queried again.
"Yes, they are indeed."" Zhao Ye Bai answered.
"Good, so you know your own stupidity now. Now think deeply. Not with your mind, not with your heart and not with your soul. Rather think with all of you being. You're entire existence. And answer me this; Who is the woman you love?" I said, calming down.
"I…" Zhao Ye Bai started speaking and then seemed to understand what I meant. I wasn't the one who needed that answer. It was himself who needed it. "Zhao Ya." He murmured. "I can't see anyone other than Zhao Ya." He said a little bit louder.
I let go of him. "Good, you're not a complete idiot it seems." I smiled and sat back down. "Take today as whatever you wish it to be. It isn't my place to educate you, but… Damn did you need it. That phrase my father mentioned is supposed to stop one from deviating from the Dao. Not to ignore a vital aspect of following it." I explained resting my head on my fist, with my elbow on the arm rest.
"Haha, I really have been dense haven't I…" Zhao Ye Bai chuckled nervously, then turned towards Zhao Ya.
Zhao Ye Bai was stunned for a moment. He did not think that the woman he loved could look so different. A smile appeared on his face.
"What, what are you smiling at?" Zhao Ya stammered, embarrassed.
"A beautifully adorable woman whom I have long since fallen in love with. She seems to be embarrassed and showing her cute side now. What man wouldn't smile seeing the woman he loves acting so cute. I've fallen in love all over again." Zhao Ye Bai said, unexpectedly smoothly.
"Wha… wha…" Zhao Ya stammered. "Why you… That's not fair! I've loved you since forever ago! And now I'm not going to let you get away with just saying those words." She pouted, and then ran up and jumped on Zhao Ye Bai, wrapping her legs around his waist, kissing him intently.
"Now then, Xu Yi, it seems like I'll have to give those two a couple of days to… Understand each other better. So, would you like some time to wander about?" I sighed. "Losing three 7th ranks for a few days isn't going to harm this conflict any. I'll just pick up any slack that occurs." I added.
"Actually Brother, we never got to make a full report. On our journey we heard some rumors about where a couple of the Universe 12 Columns might be located. They are general locations and nothing is specific, but… This is the scroll I had copied all the information we obtained on." Xu Yi explained, handing me a scroll.
I checked over the details a little. And then read through it again. "Hmm, if we find even a small portion of these two things… With the one we already have plenty of… Heh, our forces will be quite stronger. Good, this is a very good thing. If we get enough of it… I'd like to see what they can do if forged in Dragon's Breath. Especially my own…" I smirked, satisfied with this result. "Brother Xu Yi, take some time and explore. I know not what will happen. But you deserve some time to relax, perhaps you'll find yourself a woman." I suggested.
"Understood Brother Yang Leiji." Xu Yi said, excitedly then cupped his hands and took his leave.