The Geared Immortal

The Nian clan misfortune Part 3

/*unedited*/

The two young figures slowly walk on a path through the darkness of the night while the atmosphere feels gloomily between them. Their expression is a little pale with the young woman's eyes swollen as a streak of dried tears can be seen on the side of her pale face.

These two are Jian Lee and Majin Lee; two of the three siblings that refined the pill that helped Shin Jiao increase his level at that time.

But what confuses Shin Jiao is why Ziyun Lee not with them?

As the two walks closer and didn't notice Shin Jiao's figure, Shin Jiao heard their discussion.

"Big brother, what should we do? We can't just leave sister Ziyun to that young master of the Nian clan… It would be bad for her to stay in that place." the young woman, Majin Lee said with a worried tone.

"I know, but with our strength, we can't just barge in the Nian clan and search for our sister. We must try to find a way in and then rescue her." the young man, Jian Lee said as he tried to analyze the situation in his mind.

"But, why would they just kidnap big sister? They said that the guardian of the special area inside the Alchemy house was killed by her, yet it is clearly not the true reason, right? I can feel that it is impossible for them to think that Big sister was responsible for that… But, no matter what, we must save her big brother."

When Shin Jiao heard the two discussions, he could not help himself but frown.

"So it turns out that this another conspiracy from the Nian clan. Hmm… there is no reason for the Nian clan to do this right? If they wanted something they have the authority to just take anyone, why go with this trick?" Shin Jiao thought as he followed the two in the dark.

As the two walks towards the maze-like alley of the town, they soon arrive in a dark alley, yet before they can step forward a group of people walks out of the dark shadow.

"My, my… why if it isn't the Lee siblings… Oh, where is the older sister? I guess she's not with you?" a man wearing old and worn-out leather armor with a dagger on his hand walks forward.

"Who? Who are you, people? What do you want with us?" Majin Lee blurted out in fear.

Meanwhile, Jian Lee immediately walks to the front and blocked Majin Lee. He would let his little sister get hurt.

After he was helpless in helping his sister, Ziyun Lee, Jian Lee felt guilty for being too weak. So he promises that he would do anything even with the cost of his own life, he would protect his little sister, Majin Lee.

"Well, as you can see… I and my brothers need some money and also… some company. Keke…" the man replied eyeing Majin Lee.

His eyes glowed upon seeing the young and beautiful features of Majin Lee which seems to shine in his eyes even though it was dark.

Then his eyes slowly crept downwards and scrutinized her body. His gaze seems to pierce Majin Lee that even though she is wearing a  robe, she felt that she is naked in front of the perverted guy.

"Although your figure is young, at the least you have a strong vitality. That can be a good thing for us. Hehe… We will give you a great time in bed..." the man gestured for his subordinate to surround the two.

But before the other people can make their move, a large hole on the man's forehead suddenly appears as his body flew through the air and a stream of blood along with white substance scattered everywhere.

Everyone was stunned at this scenery.

"Who dares!" shouted the man's companions.

But before they can lash out, from within the shadows, Shin Jiao's figure appears donned in an army camouflage cloak with its hood covering his head. The goggles on his eyes are glowing with a faint red hue as he looks at the dumbfounded people.

Shin Jiao's figure looks imposing which frightened the men who look like simple thieves who are trying to victimize someone who would foolishly walk out at night.

"I suggest you collect that corpse and get the hell out of here. Or else, all of you would suffer the same fate as his." Shin Jiao coldly said as he raised the gun and pointed it towards the thieves.

The smoke slowly coming out of the gun shows that the same weapon was shot and has silently and effectively penetrated the skull of a late-stage core-forming realm cultivator. This made the thieves shiver in fear as they quickly grab the corpse of their fallen comrade and scuttled away.

He didn't want to kill the rest as it would be too much of bullying. Killing the person which looks like their leader is enough to deter their schemes; hence he just let them go.

After the thieves left, Shin Jiao turned his gaze to the two, which made them stiff and unable to react due to fear.

"Relax; I'm not here to hurt the two of you." Shin Jiao said as he chuckled while removing the hood on his head.

When his face was revealed a confused look on the two faces appear. This is because; Shin Jiao's appearance is currently that of a middle-aged man.

"Follow me, I'll help you with resolve your problem with your sister."

The two showed a complicated look on their faces as they didn't know what to do next.

It is true that the man before them saves both of them, yet it is not enough to gain their trust. Hence they still showed doubts in their eyes.

"If you don't follow me, then I can't do anything for you. So it's your choice." Shin Jiao said as he directly walks towards the inn.

As the two turned to look at each other they suddenly felt a bit of hope rising in their hearts. So with a nod, the two had a tacit understanding and quickly followed behind Shin Jiao.

"The Nian clan again… The debts are piling up… I guess I would spend some time in this place before going back to Wu city." Shin Jiao thought.

…

The next day, in the Great Wu city…

The morning sunshine and golden lights illuminate the grand and majestic city. On the street, unlike before, there are not too many hawkers shouting while trying to sell their wares. This is because of the day before they have already contacted the people on their contact list and sent them the message about having new products on hand.

Although the cultivation land is like in the olden times, cultivators are very wise and their intelligence is high. Except for those hedonistic young masters, most merchants and craftsmen are very astute with regards to their trade. Hence it was easy for them to grasp the idea of how to use the phone effectively to gain its advantage.

Hence the city in the early morning became bustling and busy.

In this bustling road, lines of carriage suddenly appear and pass by making the people part to the side to clear the road.

Inside one of the carriage, Qian Li shows a smiling face as she looks at the people.

"I guess no matter where master goes, changes are bound to be seen." She thought as she observes the people outside.

While thinking she didn't notice that in a blink of an eye they have already arrived in the gates of the Great Wu academy.

In front of the gate stood a number of students and teachers which showed excited smiles on their faces.

When the carriage stopped, the students and teachers of the Great Wu academy were suddenly stunned by the beauty that alighted from inside the carriage.

Her silver hair, beautiful face, and tight-fitting army camouflage uniform made everyone think that they are seeing a war goddess. Her beautiful and gentle features are in contrast with her strict and commanding aura.

After Qian Li got off, the others followed and stood behind her.

Then from behind, a tall man with a handsome face walks forward in an order and discipline fashion.

"We are the soldiers of the Shin County Force. We are here to represent the Great Xi Empire in this collaboration project. May we speak with the person in charge, civilians?"

When the teachers and the students heard his voice they were a little taken aback. Even those from the war tactics department showed an astounded face.

This is because the man is not acting pompous or overbearing, in fact, his tone and voice are well disciplined that it's intimidating.

"What are these people?"

"Look they're just mortals right?"

"How come mortals can represent the Empire now?"

Discussion from the onlookers who didn't know the identity of Qian Li and the rest began to occur.

Meanwhile, among the teachers, a gorgeous looking woman walks forward.

"Soldiers of Shin County, we welcome you to the Great Wu university. I am, teacher Loulou Ouyang, and I am in charge of leading you inside our school."

As Loulou Ouyang said that, the gate of the academy slowly opened.

Then someone from behind Qian Li exclaimed.

"That… that formation… That array formation is like the one in the Shin County gate. What… what is going on here?"

Among the people with Qian Li are three people who specialize in array formations and crafting. Hence they immediately recognized the natural energy fluctuation in the gate.

"Captain Li, this is an anti-demon field. The thickness of the white Mana in this gate is very strong." the voice of Fu Rong Bai whispered from behind Qian Li.

"Master…" Qian Li muttered unconsciously as the corner of her small mouth arches up.

The word she uttered confused Fu Rong Bai, but she didn't bother to say anything anymore.

"Let's go." Qian Li commanded as they followed behind Loulou Ouyang.

Upon entering the gate of the academy, Qian Li and her team were suddenly stunned. This is because the scenery suddenly changed and the tall buildings in front of them are something really familiar to them.

"What's going on captain?"

Everyone on her team showed a surprised look as they turned their gaze at Qian Li who showed a helpless sigh.

"I guess, it's time for them to know it too.." She thought.