Chapter 655: Returning from the Trial

Chapter 655: Returning from the Trial

Light swirled just outside the closed door. Hui appeared moments later, dressed in his new robes, still in his crystal form, his hands behind his back. He smiled up at Shuhang Han. Senior, you didnt have to wait for me!

Shuhang Han stared. You survived? And hold on, where did those robes come from? He looked Hui up and down, startled. A new hair ribbon, shiny and bright. Blue robes as clear as the midday sky. A black sash, counterpoint to the robes, and matching black slippers. His brow furrowed. Did he visit a clothing store while he was in there?

Hui tilted his head at him. Nodding, he prompted Shuhang Han, Of course. Just as Senior had faith I would!

After a moment, Shuhang Han coughed. Yes, yes. I was waiting for your successful return! I knew you could clear that trial. No one else has, but I took one look at you, and I knew you would be the one! Haha! Shuhang Han thumped Hui on the back. He immediately drew back his hand, rubbing his palm. Ow! When did he get so hard?

Yes, yes. Its good that Senior had so much faith in me! Hui agreed, laughing along.

Of course. Of course! Shuhang Han grinned.

Ah, but, I think body cultivation and I dont have much karma, Hui said, shaking his head. Or rather, I dont want to stick around you, you snake! No wait, Zhubis a snake, and hes good. You worse than a snake! I barely know you ten seconds, and youre already trying to kill me? That treasure room was packed full. How many people have beaten this trial? Has anyone? You sent a fourth-stage cultivator inyou sent me to my death! Updated from novelb(i)n.c(o)m

Did you see my cultivation technique and instantly decide to kill me? Its not that heavenly! I swear it isnt! I figured out crystallization at fourth, fifth realm? Its a low-level technique. Like this lowly cultivator, not worthy of Seniors attention! Senior has no reason to kill this small cultivator to gain my technique.

Am I going to end back in Jizhi Zhimeis tier after all? Could it be? Is the assassins tier actually the safest tier of all?

Surely not. And yet, it was relatively above-board! They admitted attempting to poison us disciples. They openly attempt to assassinate one another! Not like this Shuhang Han, who smiles at my face while pointing a dagger at my back!

If you must go, then please always remember that you have a place here, among us. You might not feel your karma with body cultivation today, but in the future, Im sure that your true path will guide you here, Shuhang Han insisted

Ah, Ill remember, I will definitely remember my experience here, Hui said, nodding. Ill remember how you tried to kill me!

Well, its not like its all bad. I had a breakthrough in strengthening my body while I was here, using the compression technique. Still, its a breakthrough Id rather not have! Better if Im not under deadly danger while Im learning. Far better!

At the borderline between the third tier and the second, Hui bowed a final goodbye. Farewell, Senior. Its a pity that I wasnt suited for body cultivation.

No, no, not at all. You are suited, you will be suited. Youll be back sooner or later, Shuhang Han said confidently. I wont allow you to escape. You clearly belong to my tier!

With one last bow, Hui stepped into the second tier. I dont think I will! Ive seen enough, Senior!