It had been already two days since Yang chen decided to head back home and the journey was almost over. The anticipation of reuniting with his loved ones filled him with a mixture of excitement and trepidation.
As Yang Chen stepped onto the dusty road, he couldn't shake the feeling of being watched. His senses, honed through years of rigorous training, tingled with an unusual alertness. The path ahead seemed serene, yet every rustling leaf and distant howl of the wind echoed with an ominous undertone.
The winding trail led Yang Chen through dense forests and open plains, each step taking him closer to the city where his family's sect reigned . Memories of his childhood flooded back, but a shadow of concern lingered in the back of his mind. Rumors of bandit activity and rogue martial artists seeking trouble had reached his ears, and he tightened his grip on the hilt of his trusted sword.
As the day unfolded, Yang Chen encountered fellow travelers on the road. Some exchanged pleasantries, while others eyed him with suspicion. A group of nomads warned him of a notorious bandit gang rumored to lurk in the region, preying on unsuspecting travelers. Yang Chen thanked them for the information and continued, his senses on high alert.
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the landscape. Yang Chen, determined to reach his family before nightfall, quickened his pace. The air grew colder, and the woods whispered with an eerie silence. Suddenly, the tranquility shattered as a group of masked figures emerged from the shadows, blocking his path.
"Hand over your valuables, traveler," a gruff voice demanded, and the moonlight revealed the glint of blades in the hands of the assailants.
Yang Chen's eyes narrowed, his martial instincts kicking into high gear. "I have no quarrel with you, so get moving before I cut you down where you stand".
The bandit confused at what he heard clenched his blade and rushed toward yang chen but his vision suddenly turned upside down, his head was beheaded in an instant, "What incredible power"
Without hesitation, other bandits attacked. Yang Chen's movements were a blur as he effortlessly parried their strikes. His fists and feet moved with precision, incapacitating his foes with a grace that belied the danger of the situation. The clash of steel and the grunts of the assailants echoed through the night.
After the beating they were given, the bandits retreated into the darkness, leaving behind the wounded and the defeated. Yang Chen caught sighed, his face stoned cold as the system popped out.
{Ding}
You defeated mountain bandits the reward will be give momentarily,
Yang pill has been given to the host.
"A yang pill, I don't even have a yang technique or attribute, I'll just keep it for now" yang chen said while walking.
Yang Chen continued through the night, his determination unwavering as he pushed forward, driven by the desire to reach home before daybreak. The moon cast an ethereal glow on the landscape, guiding his way through the dense foliage. Exhaustion clung to him like a shadow, but the thought of his family spurred him on.
As he pressed deeper into the forest, the air grew thicker, and the soft murmur of a hidden stream reached his ears. Following the gentle sound, Yang Chen stumbled upon a tranquil clearing bathed in moonlight. At the center of the clearing was a mystical pool, its waters shimmering with an otherworldly glow.
Drawn to the pool's enchanting allure, Yang Chen approached cautiously. The air felt charged with an ancient energy, and a sense of tranquility washed over him. The surface of the pool reflected the twinkling stars above, creating a mirror-like effect that seemed to connect the earthly realm with the celestial.
Deciding to take a moment to rejuvenate, Yang Chen slowly waded into the pool. The water was cool and refreshing, instantly revitalizing his weary body. As he submerged himself, a soothing energy enveloped him, washing away the fatigue of his journey.
However, as he moved deeper into the pool, his back brushed against something unexpected. Intrigued, Yang Chen turned around to find himself face to face with a mesmerizing beauty. She stood waist-deep in the water, her long, flowing hair cascading like a waterfall around her. Moonlight danced on her features, revealing eyes that sparkled with a fiery .
As she noticed him she quickly flung him back, Yang chen surprised at the strength the girl had , the amount of force she used almost shattered a few of yang chen's bones but due to his heavenly body he was able to tank the hit.
Confused at her strength she had she tried to peek into her cultivation but was met by an incredible pain.
Her cultivation had to have surpassed the seventh stage of transcendent realm yang chen an ant before her power had no choice but to apologize before the situation got out of hand.
"Look am sorry but I didn't know you were in there" yang chen said .
"Lies, I will make sure I end your life today," but as the girl was talking a dagger flew by her.
Yang chen not knowing what is going on stood there as three people of the same realm as the girl popped out.
" We finally found you, do you know how long we have been searching for you in this back water continent."
" I told you that once my father hears of this you won't be left alive." the girl said
The three looked at each other and started laughing , they soon looked back at us and charged towards us.
The girl suddenly grabbed yang chen's hand and started running , they ran until they found shelter in a nearby cave.
" I'm Yang chen what's your name" yang chen asked the girl.
"Mei Ling " she said coldly.
" Who are those guys and why are they chasing you?"
" They are assassins' sent to kill me, they are getting revenge for what I did to their sects young master.
" Hey we know your here so get out or your deaths will be a painful one."
"What are we gonna do," yang chen asked.
Both of them not knowing what to do sat still and formulated a plan.