Nian Bing shook her head and said, "At least not now. But when I return to the Clear Wind Study, I won't be in my current identity."
Luo Rou smiled and said, "You won today, but you can't win forever. When I know everything about you, I will make you accept your loss."
Nian Bing pretended to be terrified, "I am already convinced. Miss, please don't make things difficult for me."
Luo Rou snorted and said, "Are you disdaining to fight with a little girl like me?"
Nian Bing smiled and said, "I don't dare. It's just that I really don't have time to fight with Miss. If Miss has the ability to enter the Magician Guild's library, you can find me there. I won't leave the Magician Guild for at least a month. "
"If that's the case, you've accepted my challenge. Good, let me send you out. "After saying that, without waiting for Nian Bing to object, she took the initiative to take his hand and walked out with him.
The night was cold and the air was especially fresh. Luo Rou held Nian Bing's hand and walked slowly out of the courtyard like a couple. With a beauty by his side, Nian Bing felt relaxed and comfortable, but there was no trace of desire in her heart. "Nian Bing, how about we make a bet?" Luo Rou said with a smile.
Although she said it casually, Nian Bing could sense the hidden meaning behind her words. "A bet? Sorry, I am not a gambler. "
Luo Rou said, "You don't dare? Afraid of losing to me? "
Nian Bing smiled, "It's better to provoke someone. When used on a wise woman, I'm afraid no one can escape. Why don't you tell me, how do we make this bet? "
Luo Rou said, "Let's bet this month. If I can't figure out your true identity in a month, then I lose. If I can figure it out, then you lose. How about it?"
Nian Bing looked at Luo Rou and said, "Don't you already know my true identity? I didn't hide anything. How about this, it's too difficult for you to figure out my identity, so difficult that it's almost impossible. Let's bet on my profession. As long as you can find out my true profession and provide me with evidence, you win. But what do we bet on? "
Luo Rou smiled and said, "Alright, we'll do as you say. That means you're not as simple as a magician. If I win, you have to promise me one thing. If you lose, I'll promise you one thing. "
Nian Bing was a little amused as she said, "Isn't this condition a little too vague? If I win and ask you to marry me, would you agree?"
Luo Rou let go of Nian Bing's hand and laughed, "There's nothing wrong with that. However, you have to be able to beat me first. I've never lost a bet before. I'll leave you here. I have to go back. There are many guests waiting for me. I'm sure we'll meet again. If you lose, you can't go back on your word. "
Looking at Luo Rou's back, Nian Bing smiled helplessly. He didn't expect that just after getting rid of Xuejing, he would provoke such a big trouble. The wise girl Luo Rou wasn't as easy to deal with as Xuejing. He really hoped that the month would end quickly so that he could leave this chaotic place.
While thinking, Nian Bing walked out. The housekeeper at the door had disappeared. The soldiers were still guarding the door. He stretched his body and looked at the sky. He was really tired today. However, after returning to the Magician's Guild, he would read some books. He hadn't finished the last book of the day. When he thought of reading books, Nian Bing's interest suddenly rose. In the world of magic in books, his mind would become open and time would pass faster. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but quicken his pace. After walking out of the courtyard, he identified the direction and walked in the direction of the Magician's Guild.
After walking for a short distance, the Heavenly Flower Token on Nian Bing's chest suddenly emitted a warm current. Nian Bing's heart skipped a beat and he immediately stopped. The Heavenly Flower Token was a treasure. It would often give him a warning when he was in danger. Back then, when he encountered the poisonous wasps in the peach blossom forest, it was thanks to the token's timely warning that he was able to prepare magic in time to get through the danger. Without much time to hesitate, a light blue light surrounded Nian Bing's body and condensed. He rhythmically chanted an incantation while looking at the empty street in the distance.
The Heavenly Flower Token's warning was completely correct. The air current that pierced through his skin with a powerful pressure suddenly descended from the left side of the roof and rushed towards Nian Bing's position. It was a familiar red light. When he felt the air current of this attack, Nian Bing immediately knew who it was. At this time, his incantation was completed. Just as he was about to release the extremely high defensive Grade 4 Icicle Shield, a white light suddenly lit up diagonally. The white light wasn't intense, but it was extremely fast. It arrived before the red light and blocked in front of Nian Bing.
A light ding sound rang out. The sharp sound shook Nian Bing's eardrums and caused him to unconsciously retreat to the side of the wall. Two figures, one white and one silver, landed on the ground at the same time. The silver figure was naturally the crazy woman Xuejing that Nian Bing had imagined, but the white figure was unexpectedly Yan Feng. When Nian Bing had left earlier, Yan Feng had seemed to have gone to the washroom, so Nian Bing hadn't been able to say goodbye to him before leaving.
Yan Feng raised the white dagger in its scabbard. "Crazy woman, you're acting crazy here again. As a martial arts practitioner, you actually sneak attacked a magician in the dark. You don't deserve to practice martial arts at all."
Xuejing's eyes were filled with fury as she looked hatefully at Nian Bing. "I did sneak attack, what do you care? Who are you to him that you need to save him? Get out of my way, I'm going to kill him today. "
Nian Bing frowned slightly and said, "Xuejing, I don't think there's such a deep hatred between us."
Xuejing's eyes suddenly turned red. "No? After what happened today, how do you expect me to raise my head in front of my sisters in the future? Let me ask you, since you're a magician, why did you come to the Breeze Sect to chop firewood? Why did you lie to me? Everything you did before was just an act, right? It was all to deceive me, wasn't it? What enmity do I have with you that I need you to scheme against me like this? "
Nian Bing hadn't expected Xuejing to take this matter so seriously. She frowned slightly and said, "Xuejing, it's true that I'm a magician, but I went to the Breeze Sect to chop firewood completely willingly. I have my own motives. I never wanted to lie to you, and you never asked me if I knew magic. How can this be considered lying? Can you please calm down a little? "
"Calm down? I can't calm down. Today, in front of so many guests, most of them saw that you came with me, but you ignored me and had the first dance with Rou 'er. What's the meaning of this? Are you trying to show off to me? You despicable scoundrel, I'm going to kill you today. "The red fighting spirit on the longsword in her hand shone brightly. It was obvious that she was about to attack again.
Nian Bing suddenly felt that it was funny. He clearly realized that Xuejing's hatred towards him was mostly due to jealousy. When he thought of the word jealousy, even he didn't find it funny. Could it be that this unruly girl who had always looked down on him actually had feelings for him?
Red light exploded. The longsword in Xuejing's hand was like a rainbow piercing through the sun. Nianbing's aura was ferocious. It was obvious that Xuejing had used all of her strength.
A white screen of light rose from below. Crisp sounds rang out one after another. Nian Bing only saw a blur in front of his eyes. Xuejing and Yan Feng were already five meters away from him. However, Xuejing's face was pale. The sword in her hand was only half broken. A dagger that emitted traces of cold air was placed on her slender neck. Murderous intent radiated from Yan Feng's eyes. He said coldly, "Crazy girl, I don't care if you're crazy or not. However, if you want to kill my friend, then don't blame me for being merciless. Others might be wary of your father, Xue Ji, but I don't care."
"Brother Yan, please have mercy." Nian Bing hurriedly shouted. He walked in front of the two. As he got closer, he saw that Xuejing's gaze was alternating between him and Yan Feng. It was as if she didn't know that there was a dagger on her neck that could take her life at any time. Tears rolled down her smooth skin. A sorrowful aura instantly filled the air. Suddenly, Nian Bing saw a strange expression in Xuejing's eyes. It was despair amidst anger and sorrow. He knew that things weren't going well. His reaction was extremely fast. The moment he realized that things weren't going well, he immediately raised his hand to grab Yan Feng's dagger.
Just as Nian Bing had predicted, Xuejing closed her eyes and slammed into Yan Feng's dagger. Time was of the essence. Yan Feng didn't have time to react. At this critical moment, Nian Bing's hand reached out and grabbed Yan Feng's dagger. Meanwhile, Xuejing slammed into the back of his hand. Fresh blood flowed down Nian Bing's hand and dyed Yan Feng's dagger red. The dagger seemed to have a mind of its own as it trembled slightly, as if it was very excited. Xuejing felt that something was wrong. When she opened her eyes, she happened to see fresh blood dripping to the ground. She was stunned.
Nian Bing sighed softly and looked at Xuejing helplessly. "Why did you do this? Can't you even handle such a small blow? Did you think about your family and friends when you slammed into the dagger? Xuejing, even though you have the nickname of a madwoman, there's a limit to your madness. Life is a gift from the heavens. Everyone only has a few decades. Cherish your life. "
Yan Feng's left hand tapped repeatedly and sealed the blood vessels on Nian Bing's wrist. He said coldly, "If she wants to die, then let her die. Why did you bother to save her?"
Nian Bing smiled slightly and said, "Brother Yan, you're being too extreme. I've said before that life is precious. Furthermore, she was only blinded by anger. Miss Xuejing helped me before, but I've been hiding the fact that I'm a sorcerer from her. This dagger, take it as me paying her back. Miss Xuejing, from now on, I don't owe you anything. You don't owe me anything either. Please go back. "
Even though the blood had slowed down, it still dripped to the ground. The anger in Xuejing's eyes disappeared when she saw the blood. Instead, it was replaced by a complicated look. She bit her lower lip and retreated step by step. She threw the broken sword on the ground and turned to run. In the dark night sky, two strings of sparkling tears floated.
"Nian Bing, how are you? My Frost Flame Dagger is very sharp. I'm afraid it's already injured your muscles and bones. What should we do? You can't take out the dagger. I'll take you to a doctor immediately. " Yan Feng's eyes no longer had the cold arrogance from before. Instead, they were filled with concern. Looking at his concerned gaze, Nian Bing suddenly felt that something was wrong. She hurriedly said, "Thank you for your concern, Brother Yan. Don't worry, it's not as serious as you think. Your dagger is indeed very sharp. It even cut through the ice in my hand." As he said that, he slowly opened his hand. Two pieces of red ice fell to the ground. Even though there was a lot of blood, the wound wasn't deep. Xuejing's attack had only caused Yan Feng's Frost Flame Dagger to cut through the ice and pierce Nian Bing's skin.
"The source of life! Zhan, please shine your light. Bestow the healing water with the seal of life on it to relieve my pain. Water Healing Technique. " Blue specks of light condensed on Nian Bing's hand. The specks of light surged towards his palm like strands of silk, and the bleeding stopped immediately. Under the effect of the blue specks of light, the wound that wasn't very deep was healing at a visible rate.
Nian Bing smiled with satisfaction and said, "Sure enough, there's a house of gold in books! I didn't read it for nothing yesterday. This level two water healing technique is much more useful than a level one healing technique. " This level two spell was the one he saw in a water magic book in the Magician Guild yesterday. Ice magic was derived from water magic. Not only did it have the ability to control ice, it could also be considered a water magician. However, if one was only a water magician, they couldn't use ice magic. This was why ice magic had a higher status than the other four types of magic in the world of magic.
Yan Feng praised, "Magic is truly a miraculous thing. Just this healing technique is something that martial arts can't achieve."
Nian Bing smiled and said, "Thank you for saving me, Brother Yan. Even though magic has its advantages, martial arts also has its own specialties."
Yan Feng no longer had his cold demeanor. He smiled and said, "Don't mention it. Actually, I already saw that you were prepared. But as the saying goes, too much concern makes one confused. I couldn't help but make a move. That crazy woman actually wanted to kill someone over such a small matter. "
Nian Bing felt that something was wrong. From Yan Feng's eyes, he already saw something. He forced a smile and said, "Brother Yan, I still have matters to attend to. I have to return to the Magician Guild first."
Yan Feng said with some reluctance, "Brother Nian, we're already friends. Can I visit you at the Magician Guild in the future? Oh, right, you can also call me by my nickname. My, my nickname is Chrysanthemum, Yan Chrysanthemum. "
Nian Bing's whole body went cold, but he couldn't refuse Yan Feng who just saved him. He could only resist the urge to vomit and nodded, "Of course you can, Brother Yan. Then we'll meet again someday." After he finished speaking, he slightly nodded towards Yan Feng and turned towards the direction of the Magician Guild. As he walked, he thought to himself, Xuejing, oh Xuejing, of all people you could like, you just had to like a piece of glass. Thinking to this point, Nian Bing couldn't help but feel his whole body go cold. It would be best if he didn't see this Brother Yan again in the future.
As he walked towards the Magician Guild, Nian Bing's mind kept replaying Yan Feng's resentful gaze when he left. His whole body went cold. He lifted his magician's robe and realized that there was already a layer of goosebumps on his skin. No wonder that guy treated him differently when they first met. No wonder he didn't even look at a beauty like Xuejing. It turned out that he actually had that kind of disgusting hobby. Luckily he noticed it early from his gaze. Otherwise, it would be troublesome if he really got entangled. It was obvious that that guy's martial arts were very high. Unless he used the Sigh of the Snow Goddess and the ice and fire magic, it would be very difficult to win against him. What's more, he didn't have any evil intentions. He simply couldn't make a move against him. Right now, he just hoped that he wouldn't come looking for him. Otherwise, if he was misunderstood by others, he really wouldn't be able to clear his name even if he jumped into the Azure River.
Slowly walking on the street, Nian Bing's heart was very relaxed. Xuejing's matter was finally settled. Although it might be hard for her to accept it, at least he blocked a knife for her. No matter how crazy she was, she wouldn't hate him.
The sound of hurried horse hooves suddenly sounded. Nian Bing hurriedly moved to the side. The street he was walking on wasn't very wide. If he was hit, he would be in trouble.
Two long neighs sounded and two horses stopped in front of Nian Bing. He was surprised to find that the owners of the horses were actually Long Ling and Shi Jiu. The two of them dismounted and Shi Jiu unhappily said, "I say brother, why didn't you even say goodbye before leaving?"
Nian Bing bitterly smiled and said, "In that kind of situation, how could I not leave?"
Long Ling's originally gentle gaze had a bit of coldness, "Nian Bing, I need you to explain the matter with Silence."
Nian Bing bitterly smiled and said, "Explain? It's very easy. You should also know that she asked me to pretend to be her boyfriend and come with her to attend the meeting. Before joining the Magician's Guild, I had just arrived at Ice Snow City and was unfamiliar with the place. When I passed by Qing Feng Zhai and Da Cheng Xuan, I wanted to find a job to settle down. Who knew that I would be troubled by the third shopkeeper of Da Cheng Xuan. Xuejing just happened to pass by and punished the shopkeeper. She took me into Qing Feng Zhai and let me chop firewood temporarily. Maybe it's because I'm not bad looking that she chose me to pretend to be her boyfriend. "
Long Ling was stunned and said, "It's that simple?"
Nian Bing shrugged and said, "It's that simple. If you don't believe me, you can ask Xuejing. "
Long Ling frowned and said, "Letting a great magician chop firewood, what a joke. However, since Silence helped you before, why did you embarrass her at the banquet today? Just because she asked you to pretend to be her boyfriend? "
Nian Bing shook his head and said, "I told Luo Rou before that I only wanted to teach Xuejing a lesson. I can endure the humiliation she gave me, but I don't want her to go on like this forever. Such a self-righteous madwoman will one day suffer a bigger setback. Instead of that, I might as well provoke her a little. Besides, do you think my provocation to her is that strong? The one who really said that I'm a great magician is you, Ling Er! "
Long Ling was stunned for a moment. Thinking back carefully, Nian Bing really didn't do anything. He only cut the cake for Luo Rou and accompanied her to dance. But Xuejing, upon discovering Nian Bing's true identity, was furious and abruptly left the scene. Thinking of this, the light in Long Ling's eyes gradually softened. She lightly nodded and said, "If that's the case, then I really can't blame you. However, I want to know, have you ever treated Xuejing as a friend? "
Nian Bing indifferently said, "Maybe, but I think I won't have many chances to meet her in the future. If Miss Ling Er is done with your questioning, I want to return to the guild. For a period of time, I think I won't leave the guild. If Miss Ling Er is still dissatisfied, you can come to the library to find me. Big brother Shi Jiu, you guys ride the horses, I'll take my leave first. "With that, he turned around and walked with firm steps towards the direction of the Magicians Guild.
Long Ling stared blankly at Nian Bing's back and muttered, "Senior, do you think I'm biased towards Silence because she's my good friend? Nian Bing comes from a humble background. I think Silence must have said something to him that provoked his self-esteem. However, I still think that Nian Bing is a good person. He doesn't seem to want to hurt others and is only protecting himself. "
Shi Jiu saw that Nian Bing wasn't polite with his words towards Long Ling and was secretly happy. He agreed, "Yes! I think Nian Bing is quite pitiful. He must have suffered a lot when he was young. Xuejing that girl is indeed too crazy. You can't just speak for her. If there's a chance in the future, you should persuade her more. You don't have to worry about Nian Bing. I don't think he's the type to hold grudges. Since it's already over, let's forget about it. It's getting late, let's go back. I'll take Nian Bing for a while. "With that, he urged his mount and chased after Nian Bing.
Nian Bing didn't reject Shi Jiu's invitation. He didn't care about Xuejing and Long Ling at all. He only thought about magic and how to increase his strength. As for other things, especially when it came to women, he didn't give it much thought. Only the bet that Wisdom Girl Luo Rou made before he left piqued his interest.
They didn't speak on the way back. When they returned to the union, it was already late at night. Nian Bing changed into his Great Magician's robe and returned the Fire Magician's robe and the Mars Staff to Long Ling. Then he went to the library alone.
In the sea of magic books, Nian Bing forgot everything. He even forgot that he should greet Feng Nu first. He didn't know how much time had passed. Anyway, when the light outside the room dimmed, the magic lamp in the library would automatically light up. Nian Bing didn't read every book. He only read books related to the magic he practiced, as well as some basic knowledge of magic. These were what he needed the most. Especially a book that introduced the basic method of making magic scrolls. He studied it for the longest time. Every once in a while, someone would send food in. Nian Bing's mind was on the book. He didn't look at who sent it. Anyway, as long as he smelled the fragrance, he would read and eat. Time passed like this.
"So tired! I don't know how many days have passed. " Nian Bing stretched and rubbed his aching waist. He slowly stood up. He finally finished reading all the things he needed on the first floor. Relying on his photographic memory, he firmly imprinted all the things he needed in his mind.
After memorizing so many things and not resting, Nian Bing only felt that his head was groggy. Although he longed to sleep, he understood that in this kind of situation, he had to meditate. He couldn't relax at all. Magic practice was like sailing against the current. If you don't advance, you will fall behind. If you don't communicate with the magic elements for a long time, your magic power will gradually decline. Thinking of this, he forced himself to sit cross-legged and began to sense the magic elements outside his body. Through the Ice Goddess' Stone and the Fire God's Stone, he helped himself to recover his spirit.
When Nian Bing woke up again, it was just daytime. The sunlight shone on his body through the library's window, bringing a burst of warmth. He knew that he didn't meditate for long this time. Through a deeper understanding of magic knowledge, he had a better understanding of his ice and fire magic. He faintly felt that the balance between his two magic powers was not stable. He still needed a deeper fusion to achieve the true ice and fire magic. However, he had no clue how to do it. After all, ice and fire were two extremes. Because they were rotating now, they didn't affect each other. Once he forcefully broke this balance, he was afraid that the first thing that couldn't bear it would be his own body. Not to mention a deeper fusion, whether or not he could keep his life would be a problem. It was because of this reason that although Nian Bing knew that if he continued to practice, the vortex would get bigger and bigger, and the hidden danger would also increase, he really didn't dare to try. Now he only hoped that on the second, third and fourth floor of this library, or even that mysterious fourth floor, there would be theories that could guide him. Although the hope was very slim, but more or less there was still some hope.
The sound of the door opening sounded. Nian Bing subconsciously looked up and saw Long Ling walking in with a tray. Upon seeing Nian Bing awake, Long Ling couldn't help but exclaim, "Nian Bing, you finished meditating?"
Nian Bing smiled and said, "Have I been in here for a long time? Are you the one who's been sending me food all this time? "
Long Ling said with some dissatisfaction, "You! Liking to read is a good thing, but you can't do it day and night like this! If it wasn't for father telling me not to disturb you, I wouldn't have let you continue reading. You just read for three days and three nights, and then meditated for two days and two nights. I have never seen such a studious person like you. No wonder at such a young age, your magic has reached the level of a great magician. Here, eat something first. You must be hungry after meditating for two days. "
Nian Bing took the tray. There was a bowl of porridge, two steamed buns, and a small pile of salted vegetables. It was an ordinary thing, but at this time, seeing these food, he clearly felt that his heart was surrounded by a warm feeling. Long Ling was a good girl. He and she could barely be regarded as friends, but she actually treated him like this. This kind of kindness, he had to repay.
"Why are you in a daze? Aren't you hungry? "Long Ling gently touched Nian Bing.
"Ah! Hungry, of course I'm hungry. I'll eat now. "
Long Ling finally saw the legendary wolfing down food. Two steamed buns and a bowl of porridge were completely finished in less than thirty breaths. Nian Bing was still somewhat unsatisfied as he poured all the salted vegetables into his mouth. After swallowing, he patted his stomach with satisfaction.
"Eating so fast, aren't you afraid of choking?" Looking at Nian Bing who looked like he hadn't eaten for several lifetimes, Long Ling couldn't help but laugh.
Nian Bing handed the tray back to Long Ling and said, "Thank you. I've rested now. I think I should go to the second floor to read."
"What? You still want to read? Don't you want to rest for a while? "Long Ling looked at Nian Bing in surprise.
Nian Bing smiled faintly and said, "There's no need for that. There's still much more that I need to learn from the second and third levels. It wasn't easy to come to this treasury, I really don't want to leave. "As he said that, he was about to go upstairs.
Long Ling pulled Nian Bing back and said, "Wait a minute. Did you know that Silence came to find you yesterday? Also, Yan Feng was here before. "
Nian Bing frowned and said, "Why did they find me?"
Long Ling said, "Yan Feng came when you were reading, which was the second day after you came back. He looked at you at the door for a while. Seeing that you were so focused, he quietly left. Before he left, he seemed to have said that your focused look was very attractive. He also said a few strange words. I didn't understand what he meant, but it was the first time I've seen that kind of expression. "
Nian Bing smiled bitterly and said, "Alright, there's no need to describe it. Oh, right, Ling 'er, who is this Yan Feng? It seems like no one in Ice Snow City dares to offend him. Even Luo Rou's father, the Count, doesn't dare. "
Long Ling said, "Him! His identity is very special. On the surface, he is the seventh son of the current Ice Moon Empire's king, which is the seventh prince. However, for some reason, he was chased out of Ice Moon City by the king. He was allowed to live in Ice Snow City and was specially given a mansion. Yan Feng doesn't seem to have any hobbies. Every day, other than practicing martial arts, he would occasionally go out for a walk. He rarely attends banquets. That day, he only attended the banquet because he had asked Rou 'er for a favor. I feel that he seems to be very special to you. It's the first time I've seen him so concerned about someone. "
Nian Bing sighed and said, "It's better not to have this kind of concern. Then why did Xuejing come looking for me?"
Long Ling said, "Silence seemed to have gotten into a fight with someone and was injured. She told me that a woman went to Clear Wind Cottage to look for you. She and that woman didn't get along and started fighting. In the end, that woman was very strong and injured her in just a few moves. Only when Uncle Snow came out and told the woman that you were no longer in Clear Wind Cottage did she agree to leave. According to Silence, that woman's strength is actually not below Uncle Snow's. She seems to have the strength of a martial artist. Silence told me to tell you that that woman broke a lot of things in Clear Wind Cottage, a total of 167 purple coins. She wants you to pay for it. "
Nian Bing's body trembled slightly, "Ah! Could it be that she went looking for me? Damn it, how could I forget about her. Ling 'er, I'm going out for a bit. Thank you for telling me this. "
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