Apocalyptic Era: Starting from picking up a Bishoujo
Chapter 150 - 143 Outer Path Impermanence Sword

Chapter 150: 143 Outer Path Impermanence Sword

When should I tell Mazao the truth?

This question had naturally spun through my mind endlessly, conceived from countless angles, and I had prepared more than one draft. Some drafts were tactful, others direct; some feigned, others genuinely heartfelt. Purely from a technical standpoint, I was as prepared as I could possibly be.

However, for me, confessing my true desires to Mazao — telling her that I am not a good-hearted person, but rather someone who wishes to exploit her Broom Star Physique for my own desires — what I truly needed was not technique but immense courage.

I had to overcome my fear of loss. Yet, I was too afraid of Mazao leaving me. What if all the drafts I prepared beforehand were useless? If I had the power to forcibly keep Mazao by my side, I wouldn’t be so fearful.

No, perhaps it was precisely because I harbored thoughts of imprisoning her with force, and knowing how disgraceful these thoughts were, that I avoided exposing them to the light.

I must overcome my evil nature, even as I recognize it.

"Judging by your expression, Senior Brother Zhuang, you must be thinking about something seemingly abstract again," Zhu Shi said, gazing at my face. "Really, it’s not that complicated. Just speak honestly, and Mazao will surely understand you."

"You don’t understand, this is very complicated."

"That’s just because you are too caught up in it," she said.

The next day at noon, Zhu Shi had arranged to meet me and we met in a small grove on the campus of Saltwater University.

I had been attending classes at Saltwater University lately, though the number of times I had taken leave had also increased. Compared to attending classes, I was now more concerned about the affairs of another world. Zhu Shi, though she also took leaves occasionally, attended classes most of the time. Changan, on the other hand, hadn’t been to the university at all recently, seemingly busy with the task of lifting the demon bloodline seal.

Zhu Shi wanted to discuss the topic of Outer Path Impermanence. All the relevant procedures at Luo Mountain had been completed, and I was now officially Luo Mountain’s Outer Path Impermanence. According to Lu Youxun, the procedures went "slowly" because I had disguised myself as a regular, powerful Flame Ability User. Otherwise, the process might have been completed between breakfast and lunch, or the concept of "going through procedures" might not even exist.

Zhu Shi handed me the credential of qualification for being an Outer Path Impermanence, which looked somewhat like a police badge. However, compared to this item, the real symbol of Outer Path Impermanence was something else. It was said that at Luo Mountain, only the possession of this object could one truly be considered "Impermanence."

That object was the "Evil Sword."

Since I was Outer Path Impermanence, what Zhu Shi handed me should rightfully be called the "Outer Path Impermanence Sword."

This sharp sword, in appearance, resembled Zhu Shi’s Yama Sword, or rather, it should be said it resembled the standard Impermanence Sword. The Outer Path Impermanence Sword featured a black hilt, a silver blade, and a white tassel, while the tassel of the Impermanence Sword was red. This was the only visual difference between the two types of Impermanence Swords.

Incidentally, as they can normally be concealed, neither type of Impermanence Sword has a scabbard. The Yama Sword requires a specially made scabbard because it cannot be concealed.

I held the Outer Path Impermanence Sword in my hand. The heavy metal weapon filled my heart with an indescribable warmth. Although I had the superpower to convert my spirit into flames, even without using my abilities, my mental state felt as if engulfed in roaring flames. Honestly, in my excitement, I couldn’t help but worry whether I might accidentally get too carried away and unwittingly use my powers to blast the whole grove into the sky.

Actually, in terms of practicality, this sword was nowhere near as powerful as my superpower. But it was a sword, and its name was even "Outer Path Impermanence Sword," which felt like a provocative stab directly at my heart.

Regardless, this sword, now was my weapon alone.

"I’ve also given you the manual for the Outer Path Impermanence Sword. You can study it a bit when you get home and figure out how to use it," Zhu Shi explained. "You have seen the power of the sword before, it enhances the physical performance of its user and can also release Sword Qi. The attribute of the Sword Qi depends on the nature of your Mana. In your case, it would probably be of flame nature."

She paused for a moment and added, "Moreover, whether it’s the Impermanence Sword or the Outer Path Impermanence Sword, neither possesses hidden powers, nor do they contain a Sword Spirit that reflects your inner world. Even if you meditate with the sword on your lap for a long time, you can’t unleash its so-called true name or enter a second liberation form. Remember not to get too obsessed."

"...Why do you need to explain all this explicitly to me, making it seem like I really would get obsessed?" I said, guiltily averting my gaze.

She spoke solemnly, "It’s not just you, actually. I’ve heard that in recent years, many new recipients of the Impermanence Sword are specifically cautioned against wasting their precious cultivation time in communicating with a cold weapon, even to the point of driving themselves mad."

At her words, I took several more glances at her.

"What is it?" she asked, puzzled.

I spoke my mind directly, "Although the Impermanence Swords of others are cold weapons, your Yama Sword can truly communicate and indeed has hidden powers, right...?"

"...Yeah, what’s the problem with that?" she averted her gaze.

"So does that mean you often meditate with the sword on your lap, pondering how to enter the second liberation form?" I asked. "And ever since before, I’ve been curious why every time you go into battle, you wear that hat and straw coat. We’ve cooperated more than once, and I really can’t see what special significance that outfit has."

"Cough... cough! My Yama Sword is different from ordinary Impermanence Swords, it really needs spiritual communication. How... How could you say I have a ’Chuunibyou disorder’ or ’evil eye’?" Her face flushed red, her voice louder than usual.

"I didn’t say you went that far. And I always feel like you’re intentionally ignoring something..."

Before I could finish, she interrupted loudly, "If there’s nothing else, I need to go back to class now!"

"Don’t go just yet; I have something else I’d like your opinion on. If you’re not too pressed for time, you can listen to what I have to say before you go to class," I said.

She asked quickly, "What else is there?"

"I met someone who claims to be the Master of Divine Seal," I said.

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