Memories

Jing Ling was watching the chaotic scene play out before her and was not sure what to do. All of a sudden she felt her head throb and she bent over while clutching her head because of the intense pain. Multiple scenes started to flash by in her head as if she was watching a movie.

"Are … are these memories of the of the original owner of this body?"

She learns that the world she is in now is called Zexian. In this world, learning martial arts and cultivation is possible for those who have the potential and perseverance. Cultivation is split into six levels: mortal, martial, king, supreme, legend, and god. Within each level are seven intermediate levels: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. When a child reaches the age of 10, they are then tested for their potential and begin to train on a path that suits them. However, although females can also cultivate, they are mostly forced to focus on learning embroidery, music, cooking, etiquette, and how to manage households as they reach a marriable age.

"Jing Ling", the original soul in this body, had just turned 10 years old this past spring and is the only daughter of Jing Ying and Jing Jun beside her twin older brothers. The Jing family is a military based family located in Zhu City of the Song Empire. The family is run by her Grandfather Jing and Uncle Long who are always away protecting the empire's southern border. Thus, her father Jing Jun is left with the responsibility of taking care of the family's finances and wellbeing.

"Jing Ling" also had a weak body growing up so she was often sick in bed. In the last few days, her illness had grown increasingly worse so to cheer up their younger sister, Jing Cheng and Jing Zheng tried to show her some of the new martial arts moves they had just learned. However, as "Jing Ling" was watching her older brothers spar against each other, her illness acted up again and just like that the young "Jing Ling" had passed away.

Jing Ling felt sympathy for the young girl. She never got to enjoy life before she already passed away at such a young age. However, how did she end up in this girl's body? This couldn't be like those transmigration novels she loves or reincarnation could it? Is it a coincidence that they share the same name and our mothers! Why do our mothers look the same and share the same name as well? Arugh… so many unanswerable questions.

"Oh, thank goodness, FATHER, MOTHER, Xiao Ling is waking up!" shouted Jing Cheng and Jing Zheng. "Ouch. Ouch. Why did you hit us, father…"

"FOOLS. You're being too loud, and we can see she's waking up ourselves."

"You're shouting right now too …" said Jing Cheng in a soft voice.

"WHAT DID YOU SAY YOU BRAT?!"

"NOTHING. It wasn't me father, it was Jing Zheng!" said Jing Cheng as he pointed his finger at his brother.

"How could you put the blame on me like that? You lying piece of …"

"Enough! All three of you step outside. Doctor Lu, can you please check my daughter's condition." Lady Jing Ying said as she kicked the three men outside.

Doctor Lu quickly checks Jing Ling's pulse and is shocked beyond belief. "What in the world …"

"What happened Doctor Lu, is something wrong with my daughter's body?"

"A miracle. This is truly a miracle! Congratulations Lady Ying, Young Miss's body is completely healthy. Even her illness has disappeared!"

Lady Jing Ying could not believe her ears and quickly rushed over to hug Jing Ling tightly in her bosom. "Thank the gods. Jing Ling, oh my dear Jing Ling, thank heavens you're alright now." When the rest of the Jing household heard the new, everyone was happy and some even cried.

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Finally, I can have peace and quiet to myself. This family is just too touchy-feely complained Jing Ling. She had just woken up after receiving the previous Jing Ling's memories and hasn't had the time to settle her thoughts before she was greeted by tears and snot filled faces. Then they wouldn't even let her rest as they dragged her outside to the garden to enjoy a meal together. There's even a celebration being planned for the next few days to commemorate her recovery.

Well, at least for now I have confirmed that I am definitely in another world. Sigh. What am I going to do now? I have always dreamed of going on adventures like the novels I love to read but I never thought it would actually happen. At least mother's here with me even if she is not the same one. Still... WTF!! Frustrated, Jing Ling pulled and ruffled her hair but forgot that she wasn't alone in her room.

"Miss…"

Jing Ling froze and adjusted herself. "Ahem. Yes, Yun?"

"...It is time for your bath."

Bath? Jing Ling followed Yun and saw behind a bamboo screen was a large wooden barrel bathtub still with steaming hot water. Yun silently reached out and slowly took off Jing Ling's outer garments for her. Jing Ling was so shocked she didn't react until only her underwear was left.

"Wait… Yun, wait!" Jing Ling quickly used her arms to cover herself and stepped out of arm's reach from Yun.

"What is the matter, Miss?"

"Why are you undressing me?!"

Confused, Yun tilted her head and replied. "But this is what I always do."

Unsure of what to do, Jing Ling contemplated if she should just go along with it but the thought of someone else wiping down her body for her was just too embarrassing! "From now on you do not need to assist me while I am bathing."

Yun thought she had unknowingly made a mistake so she suddenly kneeled on the floor to try to appease her Mistress.

"Miss, have I done anything wrong? I beg you for your forgiveness. Please let me continue to serve you."

"No no no no no, you haven't don't anything wrong Yun and get up, from now there's no need to kneel and beg like this again. I just wish to bathe by myself."

"Yes, of course, Miss. I will be right outside. Please call for me if you need anything."

Sighing, Jing Ling proceeded to take a bath and headed to bed. Too much has happened today, I'll decide what to do tomorrow.