In this chapter, I will show you one of the benefits of being a patron, and that is having access to my writing style, the “K Style”. I will post the Chapter in K Style below the regular one.
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Upon delving into the enigmatic design of Yan Sen’s master and their resolute plan for Yan Sen and the other two young protégés to tirelessly cultivate until the impending Academy Martial Arts evaluation, Lady Meilan took it upon herself to confer with Li Wei’s mother. A comprehensive rundown of the present situation was in order. Furthermore, a diplomatic venture to Faybrook Spirit Academy was undertaken. The objective: to secure permission for Yan Sen and Li Wei to be excused from the remainder of their classes. The rationale, masterfully woven, was that the Yan and Li families harbored ambitions to personally nurture the two youngsters in preparation for the forthcoming assessment. Given the exalted standing of the Yan and Li clans within the City, coupled with the Academy’s devotion to the cause of cultivation, Lady Meilan's entreaties didn't fall on deaf ears. Consequently, from that juncture onwards, the trio comprising Yan Sen, Li Wei, and Mei Lin initiated their secluded cultivation regimen. In this new phase, their dining schedule transitioned to a single daily repast, with the bulk of their time devoted to assiduous cultivation. Occasional interludes for martial arts practice rounded out their daily routine.
Simultaneously, within the precincts of Valoria’s regal chambers:
King Daniel Grayson of Valoria held council with his esteemed Generals and distinguished advisors, deliberating on the ongoing military endeavor in the southern expanse against the Serenvale Kingdom.
King Daniel Grayson: (leaning forward, his brow furrowed) This report about General Henry Parker is troubling. His defeat and capture at the mountain pass stronghold is a setback, but it's the potential loss of our intelligence network that truly concerns me.
Advisor: (nodding) Your Majesty, the information from our informant might now be in the enemy's hands. We must act swiftly to address this.
King Daniel Grayson: (looking around the room) Councilor Reed, I value your insight. What's your take on this matter?
Royal Councilor William Reed: Your Majesty, while General Parker's failure is regrettable, his subordinate rank makes it unlikely that he possessed knowledge of our operative's true identity. I believe our informant's cover remains intact.
Advisor: (intrigued) But, Councilor Reed, the recent beast tide crisis in Al-Razil has unexpectedly shifted their focus. They are dealing with a dire situation, which could weaken their defenses.
Royal Councilor William Reed: (stroking his chin thoughtfully) That's an interesting development. The chaos caused by the beast tide might indeed provide us with an opportunity for our offensive against Serenvale.
King Daniel Grayson: (leaning back in his seat) Agreed. If Al-Razil's military power is preoccupied with the beast tide, it might be the perfect time to strike Serenvale.
Advisor: (curious) Your Majesty, should we issue a direct ultimatum?
King Daniel Grayson: (nods) Yes, but let's make it clear that surrender and servitude are the only options. And ensure that Princess Ran is spared – I have a unique plan for her.
General Cooper: (standing tall) Your Majesty, I pledge my full commitment to this endeavor. The southern mountain pass shall fall under Valeria's control.
King Daniel Grayson: (impressed) Thank you, General Cooper. Your dedication to our cause is exemplary.
General Cooper: (saluting) Your Majesty, I also have a strategic proposal concerning General Yan.
King Daniel Grayson: (leaning in) Speak, General.
General Cooper: (confidently) I propose a feigned reinforcement of our agent to Serenvale's mountain pass, under the guise of support. This will allow our undercover agent to neutralize Yan Zhi discreetly, catching him off guard.
King Daniel Grayson: (smirking) I like your methodical approach, General. After we get the mountain pass, there is no need for our agent to stay undercover. Let's proceed with your plan. This discussion about our imminent invasion is far from over.
Beneath the labyrinthine Guan Manor:
Guan Xuantong, stripped of all garments, arose from the bed.
Guan Xuantong: (slowly rising from the bed, his gaze intent on the floor) This place is colder than I remember. (He picks up his scattered clothes, his voice sharp as he addresses the woman on the bed) You know, they say the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. (He smirks knowingly)
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Young Woman: (her voice laced with anger, her eyes defiant despite their redness from crying) Spare me your twisted analogies.
Guan Xuantong: (his tone audacious, his eyes scanning her disheveled form) Ah, but my dear, you must admit there's a certain irony in our situation. Mother and daughter, side by side. The only difference is that one still carries a spark of life. (His eyes linger on her, a hint of a lascivious grin)
Young Woman: (her voice shaking with rage) You're sick if you find any amusement in this.
Guan Xuantong: (chuckles darkly) Oh, how commendable. Keep your resolve, my dear, you'll need it. (He steps closer, his voice dripping with scorn) Do you really think your father will ride in on a gallant steed to rescue you? (He laughs) How charmingly naive.
Young Woman: (her eyes narrowing) My father is no fool. He will find out about your evildoing sooner.
Guan Xuantong: (leans in, his breath chilling as he whispers) Will he now? Tell me, my dear, do you think he'll succeed when the entire kingdom falls to Valoria? (He straightens, his voice cruel) Serenvale will bow, mark my words. And you, my sweet, will either kneel or watch your world burn.
Young Woman: (her voice shaking with anger)TRAITOR! I will never bow to the likes of you!
Guan Xuantong: (smirks) Ah, the fiery spirit of youth. How endearing. (He walks toward the cell's entrance) You may hold onto your defiance, my dear, but know this – your spirit won't shield you from the storm that's coming. (He laughs, the sound echoing in the damp chamber)
Young Woman: (her voice echoing through the cell, her anger undeterred) You can take my body, but my heart will never belong to you!
Guan Xuantong: (turns, his gaze piercing) Who said I wanted your heart, my dear? (He chuckles darkly) Love is a whimsical notion, fit only for the foolish. Soon enough, you'll learn the truth.
(With that, Guan strides out of the cell, leaving the young woman chained and seething with anger amidst the cold darkness.)
In the precincts of Yan Manor:
The scope shifts to Yan Sen's personal domain. The trio, consisting of Yan Sen, Li Wei, and Mei Lin, had plunged headlong into a rigorous cultivation regimen, spanning an uninterrupted week. Their endeavor centered on harnessing the potency of the Rubber Jade Elixir in tandem with the Mortal Level Unified Chrono Heart Cultivation Technique. The results were astonishing, almost defying belief, as Lady Meilan's periodic check-ins bore witness to an extraordinary pace of progress. Yan Sen's advancement was particularly striking, on the cusp of breaching the 4th level of skin refinement. Li Wei, not to be outdone, had attained the prestigious 5th level, while Mei Lin held her ground at the third tier. The cultivation process, often an arduous endeavor, underwent a metamorphic shift due to the inclusion of the Mortal Level Unified Chrono Heart. The technique's modular approach allowed each youngster to target specific facets of their cultivation, a methodology seamlessly aligned with their growth. This symbiotic synergy extended to the assimilation of Qi and rubber jade elixir, the burgeoning strength of each participant accelerating the transformative process. Rather than witnessing a decline, their pace surged, underscoring their rapid maturation. Lady Meilan, once cautious, now harbored newfound confidence in Yan Sen's potential to secure the pinnacle of the 2nd-grade martial arts competition. Time pressed forward, a month and a week before the grand assessment would unfurl its trials.
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K Style Chapter 14
So, after we got wind of Yan Sen's mysterious master and their grand plan for him and the other two kids to buckle down and cultivate like mad till the day of the Academy Martial Arts showdown, Lady Meilan had a chat with Li Wei's mom. She spilled the beans on what's been cooking with the trio. Then, she made her way to Faybrook Spirit Academy, putting her smooth-talking skills to work. Long story short, she got the okay to bail the two kids out of the rest of their classes. And get this, the excuse? The Yan and Li families are all about giving these youngsters some personalized, top-notch training for the upcoming assessment. Yeah, you know with the status these families flaunt in the City and the whole academy being gung-ho about leveling up through cultivation, the teacher was all ears. So, from that day on, our three amigos – Yan Sen, Li Wei, and Mei Lin – kicked off their secret, behind-closed-doors training regimen. It's like they've upgraded to the "Cultivation Masters in Training" program. Three squares a day are cut down to one, and their gig? Well, it's all about nose-to-the-grindstone cultivating, peppered with a dose of martial arts practice when they feel like it.
Meanwhile, over in the regal hangout of Valoria:
Daniel Grayson, the big cheese King of Valoria, gathers his entourage of Generals and palace VIPs. They're hashing out the whole war thing down south with the Serenvale Kingdom. One of the suits spills the beans – General Henry Parker made a grand attempt at the enemy's turf up in the mountain pass. Turns out, it was an epic fail. Defeat? Yep. Captured? Check. Now, rumor has it, the enemy's got their paws on some spicy intel, thanks to our friendly neighborhood spy. The King's scratching his head, clueless about what to do. He shoots the "tell me your thoughts" vibe towards Councilor Reed. And Reed's like, "No worries, your majesty. Henry Parker? He's like a low-tier General, foundation level 7 or something. He's clueless about our undercover agent's true ID, to boot. Oh, and remember how Al-Razil's got its hands full with that beast wave chaos? Perfect time for us to make our Serenvale move. I mean, Yan Zhi, the dude guarding the mountain pass, he's all about bows and arrows. Formation Establishment stage? Child's play. We've got Core Formation big shots to spare for that." King's nodding like, "Yeah, Serenvale's danced around like a circus monkey for ages. Time to scoop 'em up and bring 'em into our fold. Oh, and our royal puppetry options? Either they bow and scrape as our servants, or we're parading heads through their streets. Princess Ran? Don't you worry your crown, I've got plans for her. Hey Cooper, what's your two cents?" General Jackson Cooper, Core Formation stage 1 extraordinaire, steps up. He's all in, ready to obey royal commands. Dude's promising to snatch that southern mountain pass, make it Valeria territory only. But, oh boy, General Yan? Cooper's cooking up a lesson for anyone brave enough to take on their Kingdom. And guess what, he's taking off pronto. The King's like, "Hey, spy, here's the deal. Go give Serenvale a show of reinforcements at the mountain pass. And don't forget, give Yan Zhi a little personal touch when he's least expecting it." Invasion talks continue, business as usual.
Down below in Guan Manor's dark dungeon:
Enter Guan Xuantong. He's out of bed, stark naked, scooping up his discarded threads from the cold floor. As he does, he's got an audience – a disheveled lady sprawled out on the bed. He starts dishing out the sass, like, "Talk about apples not falling far from the tree. Mom and daughter? Difference is, the girl's got a fresher vibe going on. Seriously, that old hag? I'm over it." Bed lady's got hair like a tornado aftermath, and her eyes? Puffy and red from crying through a night-long movie marathon. But let's be real, even the ugly cry can't hide her good looks. Blond locks, blue eyes, kissable lips – though they've seen better days, thanks to some scrapes. She ain't holding back, calling Xuantong every name in the book. "You're worse than a wild beast! If I ever get out of this mess, you'll regret every moment of this!" She means business. Xuantong just laughs it off, mocking her hope for daddy to ride in like a knight in shining armor. He's like, "Honey, trust me, daddy's not gonna save himself, let alone you. Valoria's gunning for Serenvale, and when that time comes, you're not staying under wraps anymore. HAHAHA!" Her response? "I'm not your plaything, ever! You can have my body, but my heart? Never!" Xuantong ain't phased, "Who said I'm after your heart? Sweetie, you're still sipping that fairy tale Kool-Aid. I'm here to school you – love's just a bedtime story for foolish girls." And with that mic drop, Xuantong struts out, leaving her chained in the gloom.
Back in Yan Manor:
We're talking Yan Sen's backyard now. Our trio – Yan Sen, Li Wei, and Mei Lin – they've been in lockdown mode for a good seven days. Their gig? Nothin' but cultivating with Rubber Jade Elixir and the Mortal Level Unified Chrono Heart Cultivation Technique. And let's talk turbo – their growth's been so speedy, Lady Meilan's mind's blown each time she checks in. Yan Sen? Rockin' that 4th level skin refinement, ready to burst into the next one. Li Wei? Dude's already kicked down the 5th level door. Mei Lin? She's groovin' in the third level zone. Now, here's the kicker – usually, leveling up your skin's like wrestling a stubborn mule, but thanks to that Mortal Level Unified Chrono Heart, it's like we're playing a new game. Each kid's got their task list, and let's not forget, as they get stronger, they're chugging down Qi and rubber jade elixir faster than a speeding bullet. So yeah, no slow-mo here – if anything, their growth's kicking into warp drive. Lady Meilan? She's got the golden ticket belief now – Yan Sen might just snag first place in that 2nd-grade martial arts showdown. Tick-tock, a month and a week left before it all goes down.