novelraw Chapter 55: Have Many Friends
Chapter 55: Have Many Friends
Regarding Scáthach's words, Beihai had a sense of déjà vu. Wasn't this what the Patriarch Subhuti told the Monkey King? If you cause trouble outside, go ahead and cause trouble, just don't go around reporting his name.
Patriarch Subhuti told Sun Wukong that because he saw through Sun Wukong's reckless nature. Causing trouble was normal for him; not causing trouble would be strange.
"Old Lady, actually, I don't cause trouble."
"I know, but this old woman of mine always has to be cautious."
After speaking, both sides looked at each other in silence for a moment, and then Scáthach smacked Beihai on the head with her staff.
"From now on, you are not allowed to call me 'Old Lady.' You keep calling me that and my name will change. I used to refer to myself as 'this old one.'"
"Understood, Old Lady. Got it, Old Lady."
Scáthach: "………"
There was nothing she could do about Beihai. What could she do? Of course, go back to the castle and make herself some breakfast. She was leaving soon anyway. Although the special training period wasn't very long...
Scáthach truly had never taught for such a short duration. To produce a master in such a short time, even if there was still a bit of a gap compared to others..."This guy's petty cleverness really is something else."
Before she could finish her sigh, Beihai appeared before Scáthach again.
"As the saying goes, I actually still have a lot to learn."
This wasn't greed. The main point was that there was an undersea kingdom beneath this very stretch of sea. How could he not go take a look? It was on the way.
The main problem was the lack of a method for breathing underwater. Either hold his breath the whole time or figure out another way.
Although he could hold his breath for the entire tour of the undersea kingdom, Elsa clearly couldn't.
For this kind of thing, one needed to use miraculous magic. Scáthach had lived for so long; she surely had plenty of magic.
Seeing that Beihai still wanted to learn more, Scáthach almost flipped the table, but thankfully she restrained herself.
If Scáthach were an old man with a beard, he would have definitely pulled his beard out in frustration. After carefully considering her words, she spoke.
"I have nothing left to teach you. Moreover, I can't teach you. A genius with such extraordinary bone structure as yours cannot be taught by ordinary people."
"No, teacher. I've discovered that the human body actually has limits. The more you train it, the more you play with schemes and intrigues, the more you discover our own human shortcomings.
If humans were truly that powerful, there wouldn't be so many schemes and intrigues. In the end, it's just our own inadequacies."
"Ah! What insights do you have? Why, why are you suddenly saying this?"
For some reason, Scáthach felt a bit nervous? A sudden feeling arose in her heart that he was about to blurt out something terrible.
"Of course, after waiting this long, I'm not going to be human anymore!"
"Foolish! Don't say I didn't warn you, only humans possess immortal souls!"
Scáthach stood up, directly sending the table flying. It was clear she was agitated.
Elsa: "Wait, I haven't even taken a bite yet."
Seeing such a strong reaction from the other party, Beihai quickly changed his tune and stated his real request.
"I came to ask you for that method that allows free movement underwater. I thought about it. Magic is something very mysterious, like turning us into mermaids or something."
"Turning you into a mermaid would be very painful. The reverse is also true. If a mermaid grew human legs, it would be like scissors cutting her fish tail in half. Walking on the floor would feel like being cut by knives.
What I mentioned to you earlier is for long-term entry, and there might also be certain restrictions. I have a method here for short-term entry into the sea."
After the discussion, without even eating, they went together to the castle library. Scáthach searched among the bookshelves.
"The path of magic has always been something people explored stroke by stroke, step by step. It's not like no one has ever tried going into the sea.
The domain of the great sea is very magical. There are even legendary undersea treasures. Once, someone, together with undersea creatures, created this magic. It can allow you to move freely in the water for three days. But remember, after three days, you must come up."
As Scáthach spoke, she quickly found her target among the rows of bookshelves. However, before departure, she still had to explain the pros and cons.
Things that villains would do, Scáthach naturally wouldn't be stingy about.
"I know I must come ashore after three days. Otherwise, I wouldn't want to turn into some sea monster. That's how the stories go. It's best to keep the agreement, not to get greedy."
"You knowing this yourself is good enough. Don't act recklessly. You're about to leave, so I must bid you farewell.
I've been quite happy these days with you. This old woman truly hasn't felt much joy.
Those disciples really weren't as troublesome as you. You are the most special one. I'll probably remember you for a lifetime."
Scáthach understood that after the magic was cast, the other party would really be leaving. Deep down, she really felt a bit reluctant. He was just the most special one among all the warriors she had taught.
When teaching other warriors, you always had to be careful, not to injure their bodies, and had to prepare medicinal baths.
Always ready with recovery magic, conducting training appropriately.
But with Beihai, it was different. Hitting him, oh no, teaching him was truly satisfying. The fundamental difference between the two was very stress-relieving.
"Please don't. Don't you go remembering me, Old One. You showed no mercy when you hit me."
"What do you know? Hitting is affection, scolding is love. You'll understand my good intentions in the future."
"The education in the Land of Shadow is really oppressive. Scáthach's education, you win."
After the banter, Scáthach also finished concocting the potion and then handed it to Beihai and Elsa.
Holding the two bottles of potion, Beihai thought it would be best to drink them only after reaching the seaside to maximize their utility.
"Don't worry, you old hag. In the future, if I complete my mission, I will definitely come see you again.
Ah, I bet you're curious about what my mission is, right?"
"This old woman is not curious at all. I have a feeling you're trying to drag me into this. Don't even think about it. I said before,
I absolutely will not, and cannot, go down there. Otherwise, it would be unfair to the people of the world, negating their efforts."
"No, I just came to remind you. It's an evil witch. Her power is very strong, even I am no match for her."
Beihai's expression turned serious and solemn. Scáthach also straightened up. If even Beihai was no match, then this matter was extremely serious.
Although she liked staying holed up in the castle, it didn't mean she couldn't mobilize her disciples using letters or magic.
After spreading the word about how powerful and dark his enemy was, urging Scáthach to pay close attention, Beihai left.
It wasn't a loss anyway. Make friends aplenty, make enemies few. Speaking of which, it would be best if that old witch really was that powerful.
So, next stop: the Undersea Kingdom.
(Alright, forget about romance or ambiguity. Originally, I wanted there to be some mutual affection. Seeing the comments, let's just go with no female lead then.
Writing it this way before, those princesses naturally felt a bit of something upon seeing someone handsome, then with a good personality, it would be love at first sight for both sides.
Seeing your strong reactions and opinions about including or not including romance, let's just make it no female lead then.)