After Maxing out all Classes

As the meteor shower occurred, Robb chuckled, “The Orionid meteor shower, perhaps?”

However, Luo Tuimao had no idea what the Orionid meteor shower was. He disregarded Robb’s playful remark and continued, “If the meteor that successfully landed had fallen in a remote mountainous area, that would have been fine. Perhaps someone would have secretly picked it up, and the martial world wouldn’t have been thrown into chaos. But unfortunately, that star landed right in the midst of a gathering of martial artists.”

Robb laughed again, “So it triggered a scramble?”

“Yes!” Luo Tuimao explained, “At that time, several major gangs were convening in a forest, discussing agreements about dividing territories and not encroaching upon each other’s domains. Everything seemed settled, and suddenly a massive meteor fell from the sky, crashing right in the center of their negotiation site. Immediately, someone shouted that it was celestial iron from beyond, rumored to be what the Xuanyuan Sword was forged from. After that cry, a melee ensued.”

Robb was thoroughly entertained, “Sounds like quite the spectacle.”

Luo Tuimao continued, “According to the rumors in the martial world, the members of those gangs present at the meeting started fighting to the death. Since the star had shattered upon impact, various-sized pieces of Xuanyuan Black Iron were scattered all around. Members from the different gangs scrambled to grab some pieces for themselves. With so many witnesses, the news couldn’t be concealed. Martial artists from various sects and schools, even independent cultivators, all heard about it and rushed to the scene. Soon enough, the experts who arrived from different places managed to wipe out those gangs, and the Xuanyuan Black Iron pieces they had taken were divided among the major factions. Each sect began studying their own pieces while casting covetous glances at others’ pieces. This led to fierce competition, and now the martial world in the central plains is filled with bloodshed and chaos.”

Robb burst into laughter, “Damn, a bunch of idiots.”

Luo Tuimao glanced at Robb with a sidelong look, “You’re calling them idiots? Aren’t you also inquiring about Xuanyuan Black Iron? Aren’t you aiming to seize some for yourself? When the time comes, you’ll become one of those ‘idiots’ too.”

Robb responded, “Huh? You’re right, that makes sense. I’m left speechless.”

Luo Tuimao advised, “Let me tell you, material wealth is external and doesn’t accompany you in life or death. Don’t engage in foolish acts for the sake of such things. Invest your limited time in endless acts of chivalry instead. Wouldn’t that be more meaningful?”

Robb countered, “My goal isn’t to engage in chivalrous acts. I’m seeking to save the world, to save all beings. I must find the Xuanyuan Black Iron.”

Luo Tuimao remarked, “People from the righteous sects always talk like that. They all claim to be saving all beings, but who knows what they’re really up to.”

Robb shrugged, “Alright, I won’t argue with you on that. The information you provided is quite valuable. I think I have a clear picture now. If I want to find the Xuanyuan Black Iron, I’ll have to venture to the most tumultuous places in the martial world, where people are fighting over the stones, right?”

Luo Tuimao confirmed, “Exactly! That’s the crux of it.”

There isn’t much more to say after that. The captains continued to sail along the coastline in the northeast direction. Along the way, they encountered two fleets from the Eighteen Divinations, but their sizes were small. Clearly, they hadn’t brought any experts along and didn’t dare to act recklessly. They merely glanced at Robb’s ship from a distance and then retreated.

On this day, the fleet finally arrived at Boning Port!

Boning Port was the largest port city in the East during this era. It had a magnificent scale and an imposing presence. Even from a distance, Robb could see a vast expanse of sails. The harbor was densely packed with ships of all sizes, some with hard sails and others with soft sails. There were plenty of Western ships, but even more were Eastern ones. There were rabbit people, ghostly figures, and foreigners on the ships.

Behind this vast sea of sails was a bustling and majestic city.

The last time Robb and his crew had arrived at Xiangshan Port, it could only be considered a small seaside county. However, Boning Port was a true coastal metropolis. In the distance, a castle was visible. The Eastern-style city walls were square and well-designed. The harbor seemed to be an outer extension of the city, not confined within the city walls.

A large number of rabbit soldiers clad in armor patrolled the coastline, particularly scrutinizing the ghostly figures on the docks. The ghostly figures raised their hands and explained in halting Tang dialect, “We’re not pirates. We’re legitimate members of the ghost race who are merchants.”

The rabbit soldiers shouted loudly, “Pirates have caused trouble. According to regulations, all members of the ghost Race must undergo strict inspection before being allowed into the city.”

The ghostly figures submitted to the inspection obediently, showing utmost respect for the soldiers of Big Tang.

When Robb’s ship approached, the rabbit soldiers came over as well. These well-dressed rabbit soldiers appeared quite proud, saying, “Foreign devils on the ship, disembark and pay taxes.”

The two captains complied obediently.

The rabbit soldiers here were clearly much more formidable than those at Xiangshan Port. While processing the paperwork for the two captains, they also cautioned, “You foreign devils need to be careful. Don’t associate with the pirates. Sooner or later, we of the Big Tang will clean up those bandits. If you’re wise, behave well and don’t engage in the chaotic deeds of the bandits.”

“Yes, yes, of course!”

After the two captains responded, they lowered their voices and asked, “Officer, are the activities of the Eighteen Divinations rampant here?”

“Are they daring to cause trouble?” the rabbit soldier burst into laughter. “This is Boning Port, an important stronghold of the court. If the Eighteen Divinations dares to cause a commotion here, we’d break their legs within minutes.”

The two captains turned to Luo Tuimao, “It seems you can disembark and leave here.”

Luo Tuimao respectfully clasped his fists towards Robb and the two captains. The sea breeze ruffled his rabbit fur, but being a short-furred rabbit, the scene of his fur floating about wasn’t particularly picturesque. He turned to Robb and said, “Though mountains may stand unchanged and rivers flow ever on, our paths may cross again.”

Robb also clasped his fists, saying, “Don’t rashly stand up for others in the future. Consider your own strength before trying to be a champion of justice.”

“That’s not possible,” Luo Tuimao proudly declared, “Being a chivalrous figure isn’t about whether one’s martial arts are strong or not; it’s about possessing the spirit of chivalry.”

Robb chuckled, “Then you’ll die before becoming a great hero.”

Luo Tuimao retorted, “Nonsense, I’m already a great hero now, and I haven’t died.”

Robb: “…”

Alright, there are two types of great heroes: those who excel in martial prowess and those who embody a heroic spirit. Although Luo Tuimao was still at the level of a wandering entertainer in terms of martial skill, there was no doubt he was a true hero in spirit. On this point, Robb couldn’t argue with him.

While the spirit of chivalry might seem foolish, it was undeniably crucial. Without such chivalrous individuals in this world, things would become quite dreadful. After all, acts of chivalry made only after assessing one’s power can, at best, be considered as mere charity.