The Path of the Martial Arts BOSS
Chapter 91 - 88: Explicit Explanation (Part 2)

Chapter 91: Chapter 88: Explicit Explanation (Part 2)

"Borrow as much as you exchange, debts must be repaid; this is an ancient and eternal principle. The amount of Tribulation Power you transform, I, as the Tribulation Master, must replenish afterward. Otherwise, the potency of the ’Black Sky Tribulation’ will fluctuate based on the amount of transformed Tribulation Power."

"The third law, Endless..."

Feng Jiu’s face suddenly turned pale.

With a light chuckle, Qing Yu said, "From the name, you might have guessed what this third law entails. The ’Black Heaven Book’ aligns with celestial patterns, the Three Constellations and Twenty-Eight Stars combined into thirty-one paths are refined; afterwards, even without further cultivation, the internal Tribulation Power will circulate on its own like celestial stars and constellations. Since the Tribulation Power does not dissipate, the ’Black Sky Tribulation’ will have no end."

"This particular disaster is something even I, the Tribulation Master, cannot eliminate. You must have realized the miraculous nature of this ’Black Heaven Book’ by now. I can tell you plainly, ordinary martial practice starts with Refining Essence and Transforming Qi, Refining Qi to God, Refining God and Reversing Void, Refining Void and Merging Dao, progressively advancing.

But the ’Black Heaven Book’ starts with Refining God from the beginning, which will grant you abilities beyond those of ordinary people. Your superpower lies in your hands. Such a mystical Cultivation Technique, why do you think I, being just at the Innate First Layer, don’t cultivate it? Unless..."

"Unless you simply cannot eliminate this flaw and must bind your life and belongings in the hands of another," said Feng Jiu in a quivering tone.

"Very clever," applauded Qing Yu, "And still calm. I thought you’d collapse right here. That’s why I’ve been slowly testing your patience."

"I’ve said it before, besides my life, I have nothing left. Being controlled by others is better than losing my life," Feng Jiu declared, raising his hand proudly, though his hands trembled uncontrollably.

"Moreover, if I really were to die, you would have to join me in death," Feng Jiu said, changing from his previously compliant demeanor to a stern gaze at Qing Yu.

Ah, finally realizing the benefit of your own position, thought Qing Yu, observing Feng Jiu’s unflinching gaze.

Wherever people go, they leave traces. Qing Yu and Feng Jiu’s relationship could be hidden from Jin Mingxuan, but it would be difficult to hide it from prying eyes. Regardless of anything, should Feng Jiu die, Qing Yu would definitely be drawn into a troublesome maelstrom. Even hiding the cause of Feng Jiu’s death, it was not impossible to be executed as part of an imperial burial by the Northern Zhou Imperial Family, especially since they were merely scholars of no significant background.

Regrettably, how would you know that your current thought isn’t being led intentionally by me? Qing Yu’s face was expressionless before Feng Jiu’s fierce gaze, but he was inwardly laughing.

To prevent Feng Jiu from truly not wanting to live and preferring to die splattering Qing Yu with blood, the prior hypnotic suggestion was deliberately leading Feng Jiu to this mindset, enhancing his spirit of endurance, and maintaining a mutually beneficial and manipulative relationship with Qing Yu.

"So, the fourth law, let’s discuss it together." Feng Jiu finally stopped trembling and asked directly.

"The fourth law doesn’t concern you, so I won’t explain it to you," Qing Yu played coy, not wanting to discuss the fourth law with Feng Jiu.

The fourth law, "You Must Return", dictates that if the parents are Tribulation Masters, the children will be Tribulation Masters; if the parents are Tribulation Slaves, the children will be Tribulation Slaves, only possibly escaping Tribulation in the grandchild’s generation.

This point is too distant for the current Feng Jiu. Over twenty years old and frail like Qing Yu, he still remains essentially a Child, and the prospect of changing this status seems very distant still.

Moreover, this law is too malicious. To prevent Feng Jiu from rising in rebellion again, it’s better not to tell him.

"Hmph, won’t you speak?"...

Qing Yu stood firm, and Feng Jiu didn’t press further. However, given his reluctant look, he seemed quite fixated on this fourth law.

"The current situation is that you can’t leave me, as departing means death. I also can’t leave you; if you were to die, the Northern Zhou Imperial Family would pursue me for any reason. I don’t want to be hunted by Northern Zhou, roaming the earth, which has never been a romantic affair," Qing Yu flipped two teacups, picked up the teapot from the side table, and poured tea for both himself and Feng Jiu.

"However... not killing you but letting you taste the flavor of the ’Black Sky Tribulation’ is still possible."

After sipping the tea, "Although I don’t mind the comparison of master and slave, who holds the control should still be clear, right?"

Feng Jiu remained silently, evidently consenting.

Having narrowly escaped the fate of possibly dying suddenly before thirty, Feng Jiu cherished his hard-earned life more than anyone. Besides, having Qing Yu join him in burial was just a saying. If he died, the Northern Zhou Imperial Family would chase the fleeing Qing Yu out of face-saving necessity, but whether they could actually catch him was another matter.

It wasn’t about the strength of the Northern Zhou Imperial Family, but their attitude towards the pursuit of a murderer. Based on Feng Jiu’s understanding of his Emperor Father, the matter was uncertain. With Feng Jiu’s understanding of Qing Yu’s abilities, it was even more uncertain.

"In that case, I shall tell you the purpose of my coming to Mountain River Academy..."

While he said it was for Feng Jiu to hear, in reality... Qing Yu took out a pre-written note from his inner pocket, handing it to Feng Jiu to read.

This was to avoid eavesdroppers, or rather, to avoid Meng Shanhe. Meng Shanhe’s sensitivity to what happened at Mountain River Academy sounded too perverse; Qing Yu didn’t know if casually mentioning his name might lead to being sensed.

A Divinity Realm expert has truly transcended the boundaries of mortals, and Qing Yu had no idea of their capabilities.

So, when plotting little schemes on someone else’s turf, it’s better to be cautious.

"You are the Sixth..." After reading the note, Feng Jiu stared at Qing Yu in surprise.

"Shush." Qing Yu placed his finger to his lips, "No need for such surprise."

Having recovered, Feng Jiu softly said, "You don’t seem like someone who would be content with a subordinate role."

"Hehe." Qing Yu took the note from Feng Jiu’s hand, placed it on a candle, and gave him a subtle smile, leaving him to understand.

"All you need to know is that I will always help you."

"Is this what it means?" Feng Jiu held out his thumb and little finger, forming the number six with his hand.

"This is my intention."

Releasing the last bit of unburnt paper, Qing Yu stood up, ready to leave. "Seeing the attitude of your Sixth Prince today, he seems to be planning to show great concern."

"Indeed, the Blood Spirit Ginseng was delivered this afternoon, but I rejected it. After all, I need to maintain some appearance of being an Academy student," said Feng Jiu.

"That’s right indeed," Qing Yu nodded.

This point, Feng Jiu really didn’t need to worry about, he knew the measure.

"He will probably come again; you see how it goes. We need the support of your brothers."

"Oh, and remember to save the Blood Spirit Ginseng for me," Qing Yu said before leaving.