The Investiture: Unlimited Blade Works Nezha
Chapter 343 - 342: What era is it? Who still uses the traditional Wind and Fire Wheels?

Chapter 343: Chapter 342: What era is it? Who still uses the traditional Wind and Fire Wheels?

Don’t be fooled by Old Zhao’s usual goofy demeanor. When Yunxiao speaks, he never says no. But in truth, as the senior brother of the Outer Disciples, his reputation is quite formidable. His cultivation is high, he’s righteous, has a chivalrous spirit, and is widely admired by the Outer Disciples of the Jie Sect. He gets along very well in the sect.

As expected, Nezha managed to catch Zhao Gongming off guard at the Three Immortals Island.

Nezha entered the island as if he were returning home, finding Zhao Gongming and his three siblings playing mahjong.

Bixiao, surrounded by three young ones, was enthusiastically toppling the mahjong tiles.

"Hu! Big brother, big sister, second sister—pay up! Give me the money!"

Qiong Xiao stared blankly for a moment, puzzled. They had all agreed to raid Big Brother and Big Sister, so why was the younger sister cleaning her out too?

As the youngest among the siblings, Bixiao was the least skilled at everything, leading her to feel deeply insecure in private.

This mindset was something neither Yunxiao nor Old Zhao could truly understand.

But things had changed. She discovered she had a unique talent—playing cards!

When everyone played fairly, even the two Quasi-Saints couldn’t beat her!

"Come on, let’s play ten more rounds. Today I’m going to clean Big Brother’s slate!"

Nezha could tell from Bixiao’s exuberant manner that she had been winning a lot. He found this surprising since card games rely on both skill and luck.

All four of them, being immortals, should have been evenly matched in terms of skill. In fact, Yunxiao and Old Zhao, with their superior cultivation, should have had the edge in calculations.

Luck, though hard to quantify, generally favors those with higher cultivation. After all, why else would a higher cultivation trump yours? Bixiao’s anomaly in defying the odds intrigued Nezha.

When Yunxiao noticed Nezha’s arrival, she instinctively put down her mahjong tiles, her cheeks turning slightly pink. She had once lectured Nezha about being hardworking and not indulging in fleeting pleasures. Yet here she was, playing mahjong when he arrived.

No Brainer and Unhappy, however, didn’t have such reservations. They each took an arm and dragged Nezha into the courtyard.

The two exchanged glances for a moment before Qiong Xiao spoke up, "Nezha, the car you gave the Queen Mother is so gorgeous. My second sister and I also want one that Little Qingluan can pull around for us to ride."

"Second Sister is absolutely right!"

The two had clearly been eyeing this for a long time. Old Zhao, ever the doting brother, chimed in immediately, "That’s right, that’s right! Nezha my dear brother, don’t worry—I’ll buy the car. I’ll make sure the price is fair and won’t cheat you!"

Nezha found their whims somewhat surprising but still not entirely unexpected.

Yunxiao shot a sharp glance at the three siblings, making them instantly behave.

"Nezha has traveled all this way. Is this behavior appropriate? Second Sister, go prepare some tea!"

Unhappy stuck her tongue out.

"Third Sister, go prepare some tea!"

No Brainer shook her little head, clearly reluctant to leave, worried she’d miss something amusing if Nezha said anything interesting.

"Little Qingluan, go prepare the tea!"

Little Qingluan tried her best to hide but was still spotted.

"Honghu, Hua Ling Bird, join me in preparing tea!"

Nezha: ...

Good heavens, the big lazy delegating to the little lazy!

The four sat down at last. Little Qingluan respectfully handed over the brewed Immortal Tea. The tea had only recently gained popularity on the Three Immortals Island; normally, the four siblings preferred drinking wine.

It was Nezha’s arrival that prompted Yunxiao to introduce tea culture to maintain their dignity.

Little Qingluan obediently served the tea. "Thank you, Emperor, for finding good placements for my younger clan mates."

Nezha nodded before shifting to the main topic.

"Brother Zhao, you often cultivate in the East Sea. Do you know of the Returning Ruins?"

Old Zhao, with his vast connections, indeed knew plenty about the Returning Ruins. He shared what he knew with Nezha and then asked, "Do you need my help with something related to the Returning Ruins?"

"Senior Hao Tian has already refined the Chaos Demon God. Reports indicate that the threat stems from the Returning Ruins entering the Primordial World. He assigned me to repair it, but I am too weak alone, so I’ve come to seek Brother Zhao’s aid."

Old Zhao’s straightforward nature, akin to a Northeastern big brother, meant that if you asked for help, he’d step in without hesitation.

Especially since Nezha was someone he considered his sworn younger brother.

He immediately pounded his chest and said, "Don’t worry, little brother! Rest here for a while. I’ll inquire further, and in a few days, I’ll get you the exact information you need!"

After saying this, he rushed out, embodying efficiency and decisiveness.

With the two other siblings around, Nezha didn’t dare act inappropriately.

Nezha awkwardly smiled at Yunxiao. "Brother Zhao is as reliable as ever."

Yunxiao elegantly sipped her tea. "My brother has always been this way."

No Brainer and Unhappy were oblivious, once again pestering Nezha as soon as the business talk ended.

"Nezha, the car!"

"The car!"

Yunxiao frowned at her sisters’ relentless antics, starting to get a headache.

"Don’t be so unreasonable."

Unfortunately, the duo ducked behind Nezha, clinging to him and refusing to let go.

Nezha had come prepared to ask for help, but knowing Old Zhao’s indulgence toward his sisters, Nezha understood that as long as they were happy, anything would be negotiable.

"Dear sisters, are you familiar with the Wind and Fire Wheel?"

Qiong Xiao asked, "You mean those two magical treasures under Lei Zhenzi’s feet?"

Bixiao, noticing Nezha nodding, couldn’t help but ask, "What’s so fun about that?"

Nezha raised a finger and waved it mysteriously. "What era are we in? Who still uses traditional Wind and Fire Wheels? I’ve made a few modifications."

...

"You call this thing a Wind and Fire Wheel?" *2

Nezha nodded earnestly.

"But doesn’t it have two wheels?"

No Brainer and Unhappy nodded.

"And don’t those wheels shoot flames?"

No Brainer and Unhappy nodded again.

"Then why isn’t this a Wind and Fire Wheel?"

"Makes sense!" *2

The two stared at the quirky Wind and Fire Wheel spinning about, puzzled. "How do you use this ’Wind and Fire Wheel’?"

Nezha jumped on, pulling out a purple helmet to wear while handing another to No Brainer and Unhappy.

Bixiao took hers and nervously imitated Nezha’s movements, muttering, "What is this thing? Wearing it makes me look bald like a monk."

Nezha casually replied, "It’s called a helmet. It protects your head. Wearing helmets while riding and fishing is common sense, isn’t it?"

Bixiao couldn’t understand why fishing required a helmet but obediently put it on, seating herself behind Nezha.

"Are you ready?"

"Ready!"

"Alright, I’m speeding up!"

"Wahoo!"

...

A while later, Nezha finally managed to gain some alone time with Yunxiao. Meanwhile, No Brainer and Unhappy were outside biking with three mounts.

Nezha: Haha.

Yunxiao gave Nezha a half-scolding glance. "All you do is come up with these childish toys. Although this ’Wind and Fire Wheel’ does have some well-designed magical arrays, especially the transitions between the Hurricane Array and the Blazing Flame Formation—the mana consumption is remarkably low. However, if you were to replace it with lightning attributes..."