novelraw Chapter 899 - 898: Instruction
Chapter 899 - 898: Instruction
Jiang Xin was stunned for a moment, probably not expecting to be called by name in such a place and at this time.He turned his head and saw a woman he didn’t recognize. This woman was very beautiful, arguably the most beautiful woman after the head of the household. Her eyes, shining like stars, made him feel familiar for a moment.
"Do you know Jiang Xin?" Jiang Xin showed a puzzled look. "That’s my brother."
Not being in the small courtyard, and not having Jiang Mingzhong by his side, Jiang Xin seemed to turn back into that little vagabond, with a touch of slyness, cautious of everything around him, like a snail ready to retreat into its fragile shell at the slightest hint of trouble.
Jiang Xin was the most ordinary one in the small courtyard. This deeply instilled self-doubt in him while simultaneously igniting his drive to strive forward, studying tirelessly. Although he only knew the concept of what a Spiritual Talisman was, he understood a lot about the theories related to the Mystic Doctor.
The more he knew, the more curious he became about this profession, unable to resist exploring on his own. As a result, he gained some understanding of blood sacrifices and offerings, knowing that both were used to create terrible bad water.
Initially, Jiang Xin wasn’t too afraid, trying to find ways to escape and save his adopted father. But the longer he stayed, the more he felt something was wrong, increasingly convinced this was the first stage of a blood sacrificial ritual: raising a blood bank!
This made Jiang Xin more and more fearful. By now, he was almost certain that he had been captured to be used in a blood sacrifice!
Being noticed by Qiao Hongjie indeed showed Jiang Xin’s good foundation. Coupled with being in the small courtyard now, eating the same medicinal diets as everyone else and drinking the same talismanic water, his spirit was greatly nourished.
Such a situation was indeed beneficial, but the downside is that he is an ordinary person!
To this organization, someone like Jiang Xin is like Tang Seng, with high-quality attributes and no room for resistance, an excellent blood bank!
Jiang Xin looked calm on the surface, but this was just a protective disguise. In reality, he was deeply paranoid, brewing plans on how to escape with a rough idea in his mind, which he wouldn’t allow anyone to disrupt.
Jiang Xin’s inner selfishness surfaced at this moment. This woman might have seen him somewhere or wanted to escape with him, but he couldn’t afford to take anyone with him, nor did he intend to join anyone’s escape plan. He didn’t trust anyone.
Beisitian was speechless. Jiang Xin’s bewildered look made her believe him for a moment, and she couldn’t help but laugh. This Jiang Xin still had a lot of tricks!
Sadly, such antics wouldn’t protect him.
What frustrated Beisitian was that she actually had to gain Jiang Xin’s trust now. With time being so short, how could she win him over?
Thinking about it, Beisitian started writing on the ground with her finger.
The ground was made of stone slabs with thick layers of dust on top, so the written words could fully appear.
Jiang Xin watched her begin to write silently, his eyes filled with curiosity. He turned his head to look, froze at her first stroke, and with the second stroke, his eyes opened slightly. When the last stroke fell, his eyes were full of shock and joy!
"It’s you!" Jiang Xin suddenly looked up at Beisitian, only to see her giving him an annoyed glance.
He immediately felt embarrassed and scratched his head, saying, "I really didn’t expect it to be you. I was afraid of being cannon fodder..."
He wasn’t wrong to think this way: full of spirit yet an ordinary person without defensive abilities, just waiting to be cannon fodder!
"How did you..." He was about to ask why she was caught, then suddenly realized that if the head of the household didn’t want it, no one could catch or trap her!
So her presence here could only mean she found a way in her own accord!
Jiang Xin’s heart was filled with admiration and respect. He was desperately trying to escape, while Beisitian was surely aware of the blood sacrifice and had come in determinedly. The gap between them didn’t need saying.
"These people are very alert. This isn’t their main base, just one of the blood harvesting spots," Beisitian said.
Jiang Xin quickly asked, "Will we be used for the blood sacrificial ritual here?"
Beisitian was not surprised that Jiang Xin knew. She had seen his studies and efforts; hearing this, she replied, "Just blood harvesting, the blood sacrificial ritual will take place elsewhere."
The blood sacrificial ritual is the process to create bad water. Separating the two processes makes capturing those people quite troublesome.
"I’d be the first for blood harvesting. Come, let me teach you some simple methods to control Xuan Talismans. Once I leave, seize the opportunity for self-rescue. At times like these, no one can protect you—you must rely on yourself!" Beisitian said seriously.
The situation was indeed as severe as she described, albeit not as hopeless. Hawkeye’s people must already be scattered nearby, ensuring any chaos will create opportunities.
She said this primarily to motivate Jiang Xin to grow quickly. Only in this environment can one grow rapidly!
Jiang Xin’s face turned pale, his hands slightly trembled. He didn’t mention his lack of practical experience with Xuan Talismans. He knew that failing to follow Beisitian’s instructions might mean his doom today.
He couldn’t let Qingyu down or disgrace his adopted father, nor be looked down upon by the head of the household!
Jiang Xin’s throat moved slightly, nodding firmly, "Please teach me!"
Beisitian’s eyes showed a hint of satisfaction. This kid, with proper cultivation, although older, was a promising talent!
Beisitian taught Jiang Xin three fighting talismans: one for inducing illusions, one for paralyzing the body, and a pure fighting talisman, the explosive talisman. The last one was highly effective but indiscriminate, so users must avoid impacting themselves.
Beisitian only taught Jiang Xin simple control and usage. Despite this, Jiang Xin learned with sweat pouring down!
Jiang Xin had often fantasized about learning the Xuan Talismans, like talisman making and healing, but he never expected his first lesson to be about fighting talismans during a life-threatening crisis.
It goes without saying how tremendous the psychological pressure was!
A little boy next to Jiang Xin leaned against him and fell asleep. He didn’t fully understand what the adults were doing, only felt afraid and exhausted.
Jiang Xin barely grasped the control and usage of the three Xuan Talismans, but he still had some unclear points to ask Beisitian. However, the room opened at that moment.
"Take her away!" A man wearing a black T-shirt stood at the door, pointing at Beisitian.
Two men then entered and moved to grab Beisitian. Without thinking, Jiang Xin instinctively shielded Beisitian. This gesture made Beisitian smile inwardly.