As for what Kosma said, Lucas only adopted an understanding attitude.
As for transactions...
He would put that aside for now.
Kosma clearly harbored killing intent towards him; his inaction was likely due to the rules' restrictions.
If Lucas initiated a transaction, he would be giving the other party an opportunity to strike.
Figuring out Kosma's situation was indeed a step forward.
However...
"Now I need to try to conquer Theresa; I can't waste time, or the timeline will only stretch longer and longer."
One must prioritize tasks.
This reincarnation, he had made so many preparations to conquer Theresa.
If he were to lose his life here with Kosma...
Wouldn't he have to start all over again?
Just thinking about it gave him a headache.
Sometimes Lucas didn't really want to deal with Vivi, being played with and beaten.
How could that be as comfortable as Raiden Mei and Kiana?
Moreover, wasn't Mobius arching her sweet hips on the desk, allowing herself to be at his mercy, more appealing?
Amidst Kosma's frantic shouts, Lucas left.
After an unknown amount of time.
The young man's head inside the Bronze Bell returned to normal, saying, "You'll come, you'll come to me for a transaction... Hehe..."
A chilling laugh echoed within the spire.
This time, Lucas took Judah directly to the Martial Arts Arena, and no accidents occurred along the way.
...
"You unfilial disciple... Why do you have time to seek your master today?" Hua sat cross-legged on the ground, her eyes half-open, half-closed. "You haven't stirred up trouble outside again, have you..."
It must be said.
Hua was still very noteworthy in some small details.
When they were alone.
Hua would call Lucas an unfilial disciple.
But when other Yandere Valkyries were present...
She would call him a rebellious disciple.
These two terms seemed similar, but in reality, their meanings were somewhat different.
Unfilial disciple seemed to imply more serious sin.
While rebellious disciple was much lighter.
Was Hua trying to save Lucas a little face outside?
Of course...
Whether she gave him face or not.
Lucas felt it didn't matter; anyway, in front of the Valkyries, he couldn't stand tall, and every move had to be careful.
Even a slight oversight could cost him his life.
If he was unlucky, it would be even worse.
When a person is unlucky.
Even drinking cold water can get stuck in their teeth.
Any kind of death is just basic operation, nothing to see here.
Facing Hua's interrogation.
Lucas dared not refute anything; he quickly knelt down and said, "Master... I want to practice martial arts!"
"Practice martial arts?"
The classical beauty opened her blue eyes.
The bright, fiery red light of the Martial Arts Arena shone down, casting several faint black shadows beside Lucas.
Hua's gaze fell upon the man.
"That's right, Master, I want to practice martial arts."
Lucas, prostrating himself, repeated his intention.
A faint curve appeared at the corner of his mouth.
The Immortal of Chiyuan said, "Good... To practice martial arts, let your master first see if your skills have deteriorated."
With that said.
Hua kicked out.
Lucas's eyes flickered, and he immediately dodged.
Similar sparring sessions had been experienced many times during the ninety-nine reincarnations.
Lucas had extensive experience regarding where Hua's first move would come from and how much force she would use.
Fists and feet met, making thudding sounds.
Soon...
The hand-to-hand combat ended.
Lucas was knocked to the ground by Hua's leg sweep, and she stepped on his chest.
"Not bad, not bad. You were actually able to exchange twenty-three moves with your master. It seems you haven't been slacking off during this time."
The Immortal of Chiyuan showed a satisfied smile on her face.
Lucas lay on the ground, looking at Hua's face, and cupped his hands, saying, "It's all thanks to Master's excellent teaching."
"Hmph... Smooth-talker."
Hua snorted lightly and turned around.
Her layered skirt swirled and floated as she turned.
Lucas's gaze naturally slid downwards.
Beneath the skirt of the Immortal of Chiyuan, dressed in a magnificent ancient costume, were a pair of round, fair, long legs.
Although not as exquisite as Sakura's, they had their own unique charm.
Lucas's gaze continued to delve deeper.
Hmm...
Hua was wearing white safety shorts.
It was utterly impossible to see anything extraordinary.
The Immortal of Chiyuan stepped forward, and as she walked, she said, "What do you want to learn? My ultimate technique is Taixu Sword Qi. Are you willing to learn it?"
This time, seeking Hua was different from the last time.
Previously, Lucas was chased into the Martial Arts Arena by Himeko Murata.
But this time, he entered on his own initiative.
Hua didn't drive him away; instead, she asked Lucas what he wanted to learn.
As a master.
The Immortal of Chiyuan was very qualified; she had no intention of hiding anything, immediately offering Taixu Sword Qi.
Lucas used to be very excited in such situations.
Fantasizing about learning Taixu Sword Qi and wreaking havoc.
Beating all the Valkyries to their knees and dragging them home to be...
But the cruel reality gave Lucas a harsh slap.
It was laughable.
He simply couldn't learn Taixu Sword Qi.
At that time, Lucas was still very regretful.
No choice.
It's because it's too difficult for adult males to cultivate Taixu Sword Qi.
Lucas stood up, then skillfully knelt down again.
"Master, I really want to learn Taixu Sword Qi, but… I probably can't learn that."
"Hmm… indeed, I forgot until you mentioned it."
Hua, with her hands behind her back, had a somewhat dazed look in her eyes.
Taixu Sword Qi has a total of five 蘊 (Winds): Heart, Form, Intent, Soul, and Spirit.
Among them, Heart Wind is the introductory cultivation method, and also the most difficult Wind besides Spirit Wind.
It also has another name: Sword Heart Art.
It is divided into four realms:
Still Water, Dustless, Clear Mirror, and Taixu.
This divine skill is not friendly to males; the limit a male can cultivate to is Dustless.
Additionally, the most suitable stage for cultivating Taixu Sword Qi is during the youthful period of adolescence.
The earlier, the purer.
For adults to cultivate Sword Heart is like trying to control the wind with one's palm—it's futile. Even if Sword Heart is mastered, it requires lifelong tempering.
With the slightest waver, the Sword Heart will shatter.
Male + adult—Lucas had already stacked all the negative buffs. Even if his talent was exceptional, learning Taixu Sword Qi would not be something he could achieve in a short time.
What's more, his own talent couldn't be described as exceptional.
"Then what do you want to learn? I also have a simplified version of Taixu Sword Qi—the Supreme Mystery True Art."
"There's also the Memory Heart Sword Art, which simplifies the Form Wind."
"Which one do you want to learn?"
Hua turned to the side, looking at her disciple kneeling on the ground.
Lucas bowed his head and said, "I wish to cultivate the Bi Yu Divine Skill, and I hope Master can help me guard!"
"Hmm?"
Hua's eyebrows subtly furrowed.
She naturally knew about the Bi Yu Divine Skill, this demonic sect technique; in fact, she herself had been the one to destroy that demonic sect in the past.
Compared to orthodox Divine Land martial arts,
the Bi Yu Divine Skill indeed had many peculiar aspects.
For example…
it could transform true qi into flames.
This kind of power was something most Divine Land martial arts couldn't achieve.
Moreover, the early cultivation speed of the Bi Yu Divine Skill was faster than orthodox martial arts.
It just caused greater harm to the human body.
"Hmm… since you wish to cultivate the Bi Yu Divine Skill, I, your master, shall help you. Come with me."
Hua waved her sleeve and departed.
Lucas stood up and bowed, saying, "Yes, Master."
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