Told You I Can Turn Back Time
Chapter 134 - 132: Gaining Fame and Moving in Secrecy (Three - s in One)_2

Chapter 134: Chapter 132: Gaining Fame and Moving in Secrecy (Three Chapters in One)_2

During their conversation, Lin Xing and Ling Yufen had already entered the teahouse and found a secluded corner to sit down.

Lin Xing asked curiously, "Do all the disciples of the Taiqing Sect have such heavy burdens? Can they earn it back?"

Ling Yufen replied, "It’s better after becoming a master. With the reputation of the Taiqing Sect and martial arts skills, whether joining the army, becoming part of a gang, opening a martial arts school, or entering an escort agency, one can earn quite a bit."

"Of course, the best scenario is to stay in the Taiqing Sect and become an instructor."

As she spoke, Lin Xing noticed a glint in Ling Yufen’s eyes.

"The world outside Qingtian City is chaotic. Even if one’s martial arts are exceptional, living a life of bloodshed under the blade is ultimately dangerous," Ling Yufen said with longing, "But if one can stay in the Taiqing Sect and become an instructor, teaching classes to the disciples every month and having a nominal position outside in a martial arts school, that would be enough to cover daily expenses and repay tuition."

"The key is the Taiqing Sect is safe, unlike other places where one might have peace for a few years but then worry about sudden outbreaks of war."

"If I could become an instructor, I would bring my parents and my siblings here..."

Ling Yufen suddenly paused, feeling she had perhaps said too much about herself, and awkwardly added, "What is it you wanted to ask today?"

Lin Xing said, "Do you know about the memory trade?"

Ling Yufen lowered her voice and said, "Where did you hear about this?"

Seeing her reaction, Lin Xing thought he was onto something and said, "I heard it from an external disciple of the Taiqing Sect. Is it true?"

Lin Xing continued, "I am sincerely interested in this business, do you know anything about it?"

After pondering, Ling Yufen said, "It’s good you asked me today. I must tell you that this kind of thing is absolutely denied by the Taiqing Sect everywhere because it would violate the taboos of many other sects."

"If you’re thinking about buying memories, forget about it."

"Don’t take this the wrong way, but you’re probably not qualified."

Lin Xing looked at Ling Yufen and said, "Then I would like to know some details about the memory trade, such as what the process is like? Does it harm people, and if I were to sell memories, could I know which memories were taken?"

Ling Yufen thought for a moment and hesitated, "This..."

The Taiqing Sect did provide channels for certain disciples to buy and sell memories, and Ling Yufen was one such disciple.

However, partly due to her poor financial situation and partly because it felt morally awkward, she had never engaged in such a trade.

Now, hearing Lin Xing’s question, she was momentarily at a loss for an answer.

Ling Yufen said, "How much silver are you willing to offer? Maybe I can help you inquire."

Lin Xing considered the silver he had borrowed from Jing Shiyu and named his price, "I can offer two hundred taels."

The idea of earning two hundred taels of silver just to inquire about the details of the memory trade immediately tempted Ling Yufen.

Soon, the deal was struck. Lin Xing wrote down his questions on paper and handed them to Ling Yufen.

As they left the teahouse, a flash of fiery red streaked through his field of vision.

Curious, Lin Xing turned his head and saw it was that same woman with fiery red hair.

Next to him, Ling Yufen saw it too and said enviously, "That’s Mu Tianjiao from the Xingxiao Sect."

Lin Xing was startled, "The Xingxiao Sect?"

Ling Yufen nodded, "Mu Tianjiao is the Xingxiao Sect leader’s disciple. I saw her in the Taiqing Sect just two days ago."

Lin Xing thought to himself, "The Xingxiao Sect is so close to me? Good thing I brought my human skin mask."

"Indeed, while gathering intelligence, I cannot neglect improving my strength. My upcoming actions within the Taiqing Sect may well involve facing off against experts from both of these powers..."

...

The following day, the sparring matches on the Taiqing Sect’s arena were even more bustling and intense.

The Puppet Girl and Zhao Wanxi had just arrived at the square when they noticed many people looking at them, either whispering or pointing.

"Look, isn’t that the woman the Cold-faced Demon Bai Yiyi?"

"They say her sword strikes are as fast as lightning; so far, she hasn’t needed to use a second move against any opponent."

Hearing the surrounding people’s comments, Bai Yiyi felt a thrill, "Hehe, I’ve got a nickname now."

Surprised, Zhao Wanxi said, "Ancestor, you’ve acquired a nickname in just one day?"

The Puppet Girl nodded and said nonchalantly, "That’s how it is in the martial arts world; people like to give out nicknames."

"But don’t underestimate a nickname. It often reflects one’s status in the martial arts world and can enhance deterrence. A good nickname isn’t just intimidating but also widely known, making it easier for your reputation to spread. In turn, it can elevate your position in the martial arts world."

"Not all nicknames are equal; those who announce their own usually made it up themselves, having no fame at all. They have to shout it out because they’re of the lowest tier."

"True powerhouses don’t need to do that. You see, wherever I go today, without opening my mouth, people around me ask: Is this not the Cold-faced Demon Bai Yiyi? That’s what you call prestige."

But in the next moment, people’s gaze had already shifted in another direction.

"Look! It’s Taiching Shenxiu, the Divine Sword Ren Zhaotian!"

"I heard he won five consecutive matches yesterday without a move because every opponent surrendered upon seeing him!"