Martial arts and cultivation taken new forms no longer fiction and no longer just for show. Here in this new land murim they make a person, give importance and show the way to escape death, in this new land murim governed by ideals made by man will shing shong tread the path to knew heights or fall to new lows?
With gathered bearings and resolve untested, he takes his firsts steps into the new world and out the door of his abode. Along a dirt path which he searched not, so found was no unique treasure nor heavenly herb, long and winding was this path for 2 full hours it took, to arrive at his destination the martial arts pavilion home to techniques both secret and known. Full to the Brim with books, there were books on every shelf, but do not let quantity confuse you for this is a young sect with no inheritance or backing, books were written and made by disciples and elders alike grasping at everything testing new ideas and finding new ways so quality cannot be assured, so choice here is dangerous, it is far smarter to listen to reccomendation from those with experience, so ask the stationed elder he will.
" elder you have such radiant light but yet extrude nothing but existence humble, neither arrogant or foolish...."
Flattery if that is what this poor attempt can be called is the way to people hearts, words that recognise the mighty image most people have of themselves.
" quick disciple! Do not use such false words on me, tell me what it is you want then begone"
A quick and straight to the point reply, not because of his upright and humble character, but inpatients to return to his bottle and blissful stupor. A drunkard if you will.
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"I seek assistance in making a choice, this young foolish one is unable to discern gold from dirt, jade from stone"
The elder would be impressed if only a little if this were any other story, for this would be the first time he would have seen a humble disciple with knowledge of themselves, but atlas no matter how unique there will always be another, in this case many before. Uninterested the elder closed his eyes and pretended to sleep for no matter how short and easy it would be to fulfil such a request, he dosnt want to, for he isn't a very good elder.
".......... "
Shocked ! Is it love at first sight? No he is just shocked, such an encounter is not one he has ever had, he doesn't know how to react, how does one react, what are you ament to do in such a situation, he is confused, lost, his untested resolve has its first blow struct agaisnt it, a metallic taste permeates in his mouth, such trauma caused him to cough a little blood, a blow struck but his resolve still stands strong if slightly wobbly, he must face this hurdle by himself it seems. Ignoring the unhelpful elder he struts in-between the shelves searching for his destiny, he will overcome this.
" heavenly divine spear, flaming red arrow, cold water spring sword, qi condensing supercharge, turtle breathing....... body tempering guide for beginners, this is it perfect for a beginner like me, I have heard of this technique before it is legendary, tried and tested by many so you can be sure it at least works"
Many are probably wondering why, why did this foolish mc not pick the op turtle breathing that can confuse and fool even the strongest of masters, it is simple really if you cannot work out how to retract your aura into your body then you have more pressing matters then needing a new technique. Content with his choice xian song returns with his prize triumphant.
"Elder I have made my choice, and come to collect my due"
Opening his eyes stirred from his false sleep, the elder inspects the young boy barely 12, looking at the boys hands, he confirms in his mind that it is a good choice, a smart choice, a safe choice. But being a good elder he now chooses to offer help, wisdom and a test.
" are you sure?"
Doubt, yes doubt it begins to spread like a wild fire 3 simple words was all it took to throw him in dissarey 'am I sure?' Am I?.