chapter 24. strange encounter

Xua Yan's curiosity was piqued by the sound of whispers he heard coming from a dark alley. As a former assassin himself, he knew the tell-tale signs of a group of assassins at work. He decided to follow them discreetly, not because he wanted to get involved in any dangerous situation, but simply out of curiosity and a desire to see what they were up to.

He trailed the group of assassins, keeping his distance and staying out of sight. The night was dark and quiet, with only the occasional sounds of laughter or conversation drifting from the nearby taverns and inns. Xua Yan moved cautiously, making sure to avoid any potential hazards or obstacles that might give away his position.

As he followed the assassins, he noticed that they were in a hurry, moving quickly and with purpose. They seemed to be following a lead of some sort, perhaps trying to capture someone. Xua Yan couldn't help but wonder who their target was and why they were after them. He had a feeling that this was no ordinary mission, and that there was more to the story than met the eye.

Eventually, Xua Yan found himself at the edge of the city, where the buildings gave way to fields and forests. He lost sight of the assassins for a moment, but he pressed on, determined to find out what was going on. As Xua Yan followed the group of assassins, he approached a clearing in the forest where the group had gathered around a figure lying on the ground. However, as the assassins approached the figure, they were met with a surprise. The figure suddenly started laughing and it was clear that the voice belonged to a female. Xua Yan was shocked as he watched the young girl, who appeared to be around 16 years old, get up from the ground and start to float into the air.

When assassins saw this they immediately knew that they had picked the wrong target. They had thought that this was a normal looking 15 to 16 years old ordinary girl but they never thought of the possibility that their target was a martial arts expert. After realizing their mistake the assassins tried to escape, but they were unable to do so. The girl caught each assassin one by one and asked them the same question that who has guts to send them to assassinate her in Heavenly Retreat kingdom but none of the assassins were willing to speak. Frustrated, she killed every assassin in the group. Xua Yan was astounded by what he saw. He had never seen anything like this before, and he couldn't help but feel a mix of fear and wonder.

This young girl seemed to possess incredible power and ability, and Xua Yan couldn't help but think that she was not an ordinary person. Her abilities were far beyond anything he had ever seen or heard of, and he felt that there was much more to this girl than what meets the eye. After killing those assassins she finally shifted her attention in the direction of Xua Yan.

Xua Yan was frozen in place as the young girl's gaze locked onto him. He was filled with fear and uncertainty, unsure of what her next move would be. He had not intended to get involved in this situation and had only followed the assassins out of curiosity. But now he found himself face to face with someone who possessed incredible power and he had no idea what to do.

The young girl had an ethereal quality to her as she floated towards Xua Yan. Her beauty was captivating and it was as if she was a fairy descended from the heavens. She had long, flowing hair that was as black as midnight, cascading down her back in gentle waves. Her skin was porcelain and smooth, with a delicate rosiness to her cheeks. Her eyes were a deep, captivating shade of blue, like the ocean on a sunny day, and they twinkled with a mischievous light. Her lips were full and red, and her smile was warm and inviting.

She was dressed in a white, flowing gown that was adorned with delicate lace and sparkling gems. The dress was simple, but it accentuated her beauty, making her look even more otherworldly. A soft aura surrounded her, giving her an air of grace and serenity.

Xua Yan couldn't help but be struck by her beauty and he found himself staring at her in wonder. He had never seen anyone like her before, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and admiration towards her. He felt as though he was in the presence of a goddess, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of reverence.

As the young girl floated towards Xua Yan, he couldn't help but develop a sense of dread as he saw her approach. He wondered if she was going to attack him or if she had some other intention. As she got closer, Xua Yan braced himself for the worst, but to his surprise, she simply looked at him and spoke in a calm and collected voice.

"What are you doing here?" she asked. Xua Yan hesitated for a moment before answering, not knowing if he should trust her. But then he regains his composure and decides to be truthful and explain his intentions.

"I am Xua Yan. I heard the whispers of the assassins and followed them out of curiosity. I did not expect to see what I did. I am sorry if I have caused any trouble."

The young girl listened to his explanation and then nodded, "You are not the one I am looking for. You may leave. And don't get involved in matters that you cannot handle. And also don't discuss what you have just witnessed today."

Xua Yan simply nodded and was relieved by her words and quickly took the opportunity to leave the area. Xua Yan's mind was filled with thoughts of the young girl as he made his way back to the city. He couldn't shake the image of her floating in the air, effortlessly taking down the group of assassins. He was curious about the level of martial arts she had reached and wondered what it would be like to possess such incredible power.

He felt both intimidated and inspired by the girl's abilities and wanted to know more about her and what it would take for him to reach that level. Xua Yan realized that his journey in the martial arts world was far from over and that there was still so much more to learn and experience.

He was determined to continue his training and reach new heights in the martial arts world, just like the young girl. He knew that it would be a long and difficult journey, but he was willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.

With a newfound sense of purpose, Xua Yan continued his journey back to the city to the house that he had rented. Xua Yan was filled with mixed emotions as he made his way back to his rented house. Although he was captivated by the young girl's beauty and her incredible powers, he was also plagued by a feeling that something was amiss. He had a sense that he had heard her voice before, but he couldn't remember where. This, combined with the feeling that she knew him, led Xua Yan to believe that there was more to the young girl and the situation he had witnessed than he could understand.

He spent the night lost in thought, trying to piece together the events that had transpired. He went over every detail in his mind, trying to remember anything that could give him a clue as to who the young girl was and why she had spared his life.

But after some time of thinking he decided to push this thought aside and focus on the present. He had other things to worry about, and he couldn't let this mysterious encounter consume all his thoughts. He needed to rest and plan his next move, as he still had a lot of work to do in the city.

With that, Xua Yan finally made it back to his rented house, where he laid down on the bed and tried to get some rest. Although his mind was racing with thoughts, he eventually managed to calm himself down and fall asleep.

The next day, Xua Yan woke up refreshed and ready to tackle the day ahead. He still couldn't shake the thought of the young girl and her mysterious powers, but he knew that he needed to focus on his mission and put it behind him.

After he woke up the next day he made food from the energy-gathering level beasts he had hunted the day before. After he made food he ate it and got inside of Entropy for his martial arts training and spent several days training, cultivating and practicing his martial arts skills. He had always been driven to improve and become the best he could be, and after witnessing the young girl's abilities, he was even more determined to reach new heights.

After he finished his cultivation and training he got out of the Entropy. When he got out it was again afternoon time. This time he decided to visit a nearby hotel to eat food because he had already spent several days alone inside of Entropy and he needed something to change his mood. So, he made his way to the nearby hotel, eager to try something new and enjoy the company of others. As he entered the hotel, he was greeted by the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The aroma of delicious food filled the air, and he could hear the sounds of laughter and conversation coming from the other guests.

Xua Yan looked over the menu, trying to decide what to order, but he was having a hard time choosing as everything looked so delicious. Finally, he decided to try a local specialty dish, and he was not disappointed. The food was amazing, and he enjoyed every bite.

During his meal, he chatted with the other guests and the waitstaff, and he was struck by how kind and friendly everyone was. He felt a sense of belonging, and he realized how much he had missed the company of others during his time in Entropy.

After he finished his meal, he decided to take a stroll around the city, taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling metropolis. He walked along the busy streets, taking in the sights and sounds of the city, and he couldn't help but feel grateful for the chance to experience something new and different. As he made his way back to his rented house, he felt a sense of contentment and happiness that he had not felt in a long time.

As Xua Yan was preparing to meditate in his rented house, he heard a knock on the door. Upon opening it, he was greeted by Wei Ming, who was standing at the front of a group of five people. Jun Wang was also standing in the back of the group. Wei Ming and his team were in the city to register for a martial arts competition, and they had come to invite Xua Yan to join them.

Xua Yan was pleased to see Wei Ming and the others, and he agreed to join them for the competition. Xua Yan decided to go with them to register and to see the atmosphere over there. The group visited the camp organized by the Heavenly Retreat kingdom, where the competition was being held. The camp was bustling with activity as warriors from all over the region had come to register for the competition. Xua Yan was impressed by the size and scale of the camp, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation.