NOVEL WEB Chapter 17: 17 Forged by Sound, Perfected by Wind
After walking for quite some time, Arthur and Jing Liu finally arrived at the waterfall, a place used to train the control of "spiritual energy" and to sharpen their focus.
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### The Waterfall
"So this is the place we were heading to? It's truly beautiful!" Jing Liu exclaimed in awe.
"Yeah, it's amazing here. But we're not done visiting other places yet," Arthur replied, glancing at the small mountain near the village.
After spending some time at the waterfall, Arthur and Jing Liu began making their way to the mountain, which was covered in flowers, vast fields, and breathtaking scenery. However, all of this could only be seen from the summit, making it a rare destination for villagers—a perfect spot for secret training.
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### The Mountain Near the Village
"Wow! This place is incredible!" Jing Liu shouted, running with her arms outstretched like a bird.
"Hah, despite her cold demeanor, she still acts like a child," Arthur muttered with a small smile.
After enjoying the view and playing around, Arthur eventually led her back to the village via the usual path, introducing her to the streets of "Saint Village."
"Alright, it's time for me to train. Do you want to come along or go back home to rest?" Arthur asked.
"I'll go with you! Staying home alone is so boring!" Jing Liu answered enthusiastically.
"Then watch how I train and feel the spirit of youth!" Arthur grinned. "Let's head back to the waterfall to begin!"
"Wait, what exactly are you going to train there?" Jing Liu asked curiously.
"You'll see for yourself later," Arthur replied mysteriously.
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### The Waterfall
"So… this is what you've been training?!" Jing Liu stared in disbelief as Arthur kept falling from the tree every few steps near the lakeside.
"What? Hahaha! Once you have spiritual energy, I'll teach you this technique too—and you won't be able to refuse!" Arthur smirked slyly.
"What? What's even the point of this?" Jing Liu grumbled in annoyance.
"It trains energy control and a special skill. Once mastered, I'll be able to walk in places ordinary spirit masters can't reach! And the next level—refining balance and finer control—is… standing on water!" Arthur declared proudly.
"Oh? Well then, once I have 'spiritual energy,' I'll learn it too—and I'll master it before you!" Jing Liu challenged confidently.
Before they knew it, the sun was directly overhead—time for lunch. Arthur stopped training and prepared to catch some fish to bring home. Jing Liu helped too, though it seemed she was far more skilled at fishing than Arthur!
After gathering enough fish for three people, the two decided to head back, accompanied by nature's symphony—the rustling of leaves in the wind.
_To be continued..._
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