Supernatural Insight Eyes
Chapter 199 - 0197 Great Hermit

Chapter 199: 0197 Great Hermit

Having said goodbye to Lin Qiao’er, Ye Qiu pondered how he should deal with the man in black. Considering the enemy’s notable strength, he had to be cautious.

With so many martial artists having been killed one after another, it’s likely that the entire martial arts community couldn’t stay idle, especially since the world was no longer one of constant violence. When martial artists competed, it was about sparring with restraint, stopping at the right point, without senselessly causing slaughter.

Ye Qiu was not a part of the martial arts community, and he did not know how the community might be reacting to this matter. After much thought, he made a phone call to Lan Bing.

Receiving the call, Lan Bing was very surprised; she hadn’t expected Ye Qiu to want to meet her father.

Today was a weekend, and she had planned to sleep in, but had been awoken by Ye Qiu instead.

Thus, Lan Bing gave him her home address.

Ye Qiu found Lan Bing’s home quicker than he had imagined.

Ji Wu Sect!

Ye Qiu looked at the plaque, which resembled a martial arts gym’s sign, hanging in front of the door, a standalone ancient-style courtyard located in a relatively quiet part of the city.

Ye Qiu stood in front of the door, staring at the three characters above, and after a long moment, he stepped inside.

The courtyard was bigger than expected, and he had only taken a few steps when a powerful voice resonated in his ears.

"Brother Ye’s visit graces my humble home, my apologies for not greeting you from afar."

The speaker was the Sect Leader of Ji Wu Sect, Lan Xiaosheng, who was also Lan Bing’s father.

After the ’Martial Arts Friendship Exchange’ hosted by Fujikawa Ueno had ended, Ye Qiu had briefly met Lan Xiaosheng through Lan Bing’s introduction. They had only spoken briefly and had not said much. This sudden visit to meet the Sect Leader of Ji Wu Sect was somewhat abrupt.

"Elder Lan is too polite. It was my rashness that has led to me disturbing you, I hope you don’t mind," said Lan Xiaosheng very courteously, and Ye Qiu, being of the same generation as Lan Bing, naturally could not act presumptuously. He immediately clasped his fists in a salute and sincerely said.

"Where does Brother Ye come up with such words? You and my daughter Lan Bing are schoolmates and also in the same club, so it’s not a bother. Besides, those little rascals are not around today, so having you here means I wouldn’t feel lonely," Lan Xiaosheng laughed.

At that moment, a figure walked out from the house. Seeing the two of them still exchanging pleasantries, she couldn’t help but frown and said, "If you two keep being this polite, it’ll be dark soon."

Seeing his daughter Lan Bing speak like this, Lan Xiaosheng showed a smile, and Ye Qiu couldn’t help but smile as well, his gaze landing on Lan Bing.

Today, Lan Bing was dressed simply, in a white training outfit with a ponytail that gave her a girl-next-door appearance yet hinted at determination. But why did it seem like she had makeup on?

Ye Qiu’s gaze lingered on Lan Bing’s face for a while before he finally turned away.

At that moment, Lan Bing’s face turned somewhat red. Today was the first time she had put on makeup—did it not look good? She began to doubt her own beauty and touched her cheek, wondering if Ye Qiu had laughed at her.

Ye Qiu and Lan Xiaosheng entered the living room, and what caught Ye Qiu’s eye was an ink painting of a tiger descending a mountain.

Ye Qiu’s gaze paused on the painting for a second before Lan Xiaosheng said, "Brother Ye, do you also like this painting?"

"A fierce tiger descending the mountain, unstoppable. I think this tiger, much like its owner, represents a certain force," Ye Qiu said.

Hearing this, Lan Xiaosheng laughed heartily and, without continuing the topic, said, "Brother Ye, come, take a seat and let’s talk."

As Ye Qiu sat down, he said, "Elder, you can just call me Nephew Ye. I came here today for two reasons: to pay a visit and to inquire about something from you."

"Oh?" Lan Xiaosheng smiled and said, "You have helped Lan Bing at school. Feel free to ask about anything."

Lan Bing brought over the freshly prepared tea, placing one cup by her father’s side and handing another to Ye Qiu.

Ye Qiu’s words were almost swept away by Lan Bing, and after a momentary distraction, he brought the conversation back on track and said solemnly, "Does Senior Lan know about the recent incidents in the martial arts community where martial artists have been continually murdered?"

Lan Xiaosheng nodded and listened as Ye Qiu continued, "Last night, seven people from the martial arts community died, and the murderer is still at large. What do you think about this matter within the martial arts community?"

"So you want to inquire about this matter, Ye Xianzhi. Among those from the martial arts community who died last night, one of them was an acquaintance of mine, though I didn’t expect even him to be killed by the perpetrator."

"Oh? Was this person an acquaintance of Senior Lan?"

"Not really an acquaintance, just a young martial artist who seemed promising. Though he made no further progress after breaking through the True Qi realm, he was indeed a talented individual, such a pity," Lan Xiaosheng sighed.

The so-called young martial artist he mentioned was not as young as Ye Qiu; in the martial arts community, those who break through the True Qi realm between the ages of thirty and forty are considered young. As for someone like Ye Qiu, who reached the True Qi realm in his twenties, he is really a monstrous talent—like everyone in the Ten Owls, true martial arts geniuses.

"One True Qi realm and six at the peak of the Vigor realm died. It nearly caused a clash between the northern and southern martial arts communities. After both sides discussed the matter, they decided to unite to seek the murderer," Lan Xiaosheng said.

Ye Qiu’s eyes shifted, and he roughly understood the situation. It seemed that the martial arts community was united, making it much easier to deal with the man in black.

"In the future, if you wish to learn about the affairs of the martial arts community, feel free to ask me. Although my, Lan Xiaosheng’s, strength is modest, I still hold a place in the martial arts community," Lan Xiaosheng said with a smile. He could see that Ye Qiu would definitely become a prominent figure in the martial arts world. Ever since the day Ye Qiu crossed hands with Fujikawa Ueno, he knew that a monstrous talent was rising, likely to shake the martial arts world.

He was very willing to witness how Ye Qiu, this suddenly emerged talent, would gradually compete with those already prominent monstrous beings.

"Then, thank you in advance, Senior. In the future, I might often come to impose on you; please do not take offense," Ye Qiu said, cupping his fists. Lan Xiaosheng’s modesty and magnanimity felt good to him, but if it was said that Lan Xiaosheng’s strength was just average, Ye Qiu wouldn’t believe it.

"Haha, not at all."

"But since you’re here today, seeing that Ye Xianzhi’s skills were good the other day, why not have a sparring session?" Lan Xiaosheng, intrigued, also wanted to personally test this monstrous talent’s strength.

"Father, he is here on a visit, how can you..." Lan Bing interjected.

Lan Xiaosheng laughed heartily, "A simple exchange; I am a martial arts fanatic. When I see a young talent like Ye Xianzhi, I naturally want to have a sparring session."

"Good, I was indeed hoping to learn from Senior," Ye Qiu picked up the conversation tactfully.

Lan Xiaosheng’s eyes lit up, silently praising Ye Qiu for understanding his thoughts; a good young man.

The two of them began sparring in the courtyard, and it was quite a while before they stopped.

Although it was just a few simple moves, Ye Qiu discovered that Lan Xiaosheng’s strength was not simple; even with his True Qi realm experience, he didn’t gain much advantage. Lan Xiaosheng’s true strength was probably not below his.

A True Qi realm master!

Ye Qiu was surprised by Lan Xiaosheng’s subtle strength, never expecting a True Qi realm master to be in such a bustling city; perhaps, this was also a form of cultivation.

To cultivate amidst the mundane world is indeed the way of a great hermit!

Ye Qiu bade farewell to Lan Bing’s parents; he learned much that day. The old lecher had been quite pleased when Ye Qiu broke through to the True Qi realm, saying he was unparalleled in the world, yet there were many more hidden dragons in the martial arts community, not considered by the old lecher.

One should never underestimate the heroes of the world! Ye Qiu mused faintly.

The more he interacted with people from the martial arts community, the more he realized how many strong figures there were.

At that moment, he recalled the painting of the tiger descending the mountain that hung in Lan Bing’s family hall. He felt that the tiger was a metaphor for Lan Xiaosheng, who had not yet shown himself in the martial arts community, but if he did, he would definitely catch more people’s attention.

This is a true hermit, deeply hiding his abilities and reputation in the city.

Lan Xiaosheng! Ye Qiu silently noted down the name.

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