novelraw Chapter - 966 Reunited, Wu Wanying Is Done 1
Chapter - 966 Reunited, Wu Wanying Is Done 1
Chapter - 966 Reunited, Wu Wanying Is Done 1
Si Fuqing paused for a moment, then released her grip, taking two steps back. She laughed lazily, "Sharp as always, Miss Akatsuki."
She had fought Kusonoki Akatsuki seven times—three times in reality and four times in "Eternity."
There's a saying that one's greatest rival knows them best.
Just by using a bit of her Yin-Yang and Five Elements power, Kusonoki Akatsuki had identified her.
This girl's way of confirming identities hadn't changed.
Instead of asking, she preferred direct confrontation.
Kusonoki Akatsuki still held the Tsurugi Sword in her right hand. Upon hearing the confirmation, she was stunned for two seconds before a confused expression appeared on her face again. "You're a woman?"
Si Fuqing replied, "Look at my figure and say that again."
Kusonoki Akatsuki gave a quiet "oh," then examined her carefully, saying plainly, "Childish figure."
Si Fuqing was silent.
Her fists clenched involuntarily.
"Years have passed, and your strength has declined," Kusonoki Akatsuki said coldly, raising her sword to point at Si Fuqing's forehead. "Not only has your strength regressed, but you've also become younger. Did you practice some Yin-Yang technique to reverse aging?"
As a once-in-a-century genius of the Kusonoki family, Kusonoki Akatsuki had received ample resources, achieving a mastery of the Yin-Yang and Five Elements on par with JI Xingzhi.
Being two years older than JI Xingzhi, her insights were sharper.
"Let's say I did practice such a technique," Si Fuqing replied, "I don't feel like explaining."
"Fine." Kusonoki Akatsuki sheathed her sword, her voice lacked any emotions. "I don't take advantage of the weak. I'll wait for you to recover your strength for a proper battle."
Si Fuqing paused. "If I seduce you, can we avoid the fight?"
Kusonoki Akatsuki gave a faint snort, then swiftly disappeared into the distance.
Si Fuqing rubbed her chin thoughtfully.
Nice person, but too taciturn.
Should she introduce her to her sixth senior brother?
A promising idea.
Si Fuqing adjusted her hat and leisurely walked down the mountain path, soon reuniting with JI Xingzhi.
"Hey, big brother, you're okay," JI Xingzhi glanced behind her. "Where's the kuudere freak?"
"She left," Si Fuqing replied lazily. "She recognized me. Her strength has greatly improved over the years, but she's become more combative."
After all, Kusonoki Akatsuki came from one of the three great evolved being families, carrying the traits of an evolved being.
"No way," JI Xingzhi gasped. "She recognized you without you even fighting?"
"That's why she's a genius," Si Fuqing nodded. "Wei Chengyun told me they've already left. I'll go check."
**
On the other side.
The Masters of Yin-Yang in Eastern Mulberry had finished cleaning up and descended the mountain.
If only she had listened to Si Fuqing earlier, she wouldn't be in this mess.
What now?
Wu Wanying took a deep breath.
Fortunately, she had a backup plan. She had changed her thesis to focus on cellular transplantation and could pursue a career in pure research.
Once she secured her patent, she would go to the Western Continent for further studies.
Besides, with her left hand gone, Si Fuqing and the others must have struggled against so many wandering spirits too, right?
#EasternMulberry7.3MagnitudeEarthquake
#MountAkaharaScenicAreaClosed
She hoped they died, so she could feel a sense of balance.
Wu Wanying closed her eyes, her body trembling.
She wouldn't lose; she still had a chance to win.
**
#EasternMulberry7.3MagnitudeEarthquake
#MountAkaharaScenicAreaClosed
#InjuredTransferredtoLocalHospital
Cai Zhongnian, unable to contact anyone, hadn't slept well all night.
Upon waking, he saw these trending topics and tried calling Professor Xiang again. This time, the call went through.
"Hello, Ms. Xiang, you scared me to death," Cai Zhongnian said urgently. "There was an earthquake at Mount Akahara. Are you okay? Did my student find you?"
Professor Xiang's team had safely left Mount Akahara but decided to visit the hospital that night.
They had scheduled an appointment with the neurology department.
"We're all fine," Professor Xiang said after a pause, her voice weary. "But I need to rebuild my worldview."
For a long time, perhaps even the rest of her life, she would avoid Eastern Mulberry.
The sight of the wandering spirits had left a deep psychological scar, shaking her scientific beliefs to their core.
She was trying to piece them back together.
Cai Zhongnian was puzzled. How had a simple survey trip turned into a matter of worldview?
But knowing Professor Xiang's medical team was safe, he felt relieved.
After a few more words of comfort, he called Si Fuqing.
Cai Zhongnian considered flying to Eastern Mulberry himself but was dissuaded by Si Fuqing, so he let it go.
"Teacher," Lin Qingchen knocked and entered, "Great Xia University has invited you to be a judge for this year's medical graduate defense."
Cai Zhongnian looked up, puzzled. "Why specifically invite me?"
"They said there are some promising students this year," Lin Qingchen smiled. "They want you to assess them and see if any can be sent to the Free State for further studies."
"Okay," Cai Zhongnian nodded. "Have the theses been finalized? Send them to me."