Chapter 17: Kazu's goals

"Kitchen, courtyard, right wing, bathroom, there are things there too, dining room two rooms further ... Here are your rooms, they are next door."

"You are the worst guide I have seen in my life! "

In one of the wings of one of the Ling clan dormitories, two boys were arguing.

The first had a beautiful face with gray hair and so were his eyes. The other was a dashing young man with a sumptuous and well-groomed appearance.

His two were none other than Kazu and Ling Yuan the two were closely followed by a beautiful unmistakable girl, wearing a dark green dress, this was obviously Seis.

"Because you think I've got it going ?! Be happy to be guided by one of the Ling Clan prodigies already. "

"Prodigy? Do you really dare to say something like that with Seis beside?! And then why did you guide us around in a mess. There are plenty of places we haven't even visited. "

"Go there yourself, I'm not your nanny. To answer you, I happened to have things to collect. Don't you think I was going to tour the residence just to act as a guide. "

"Damn you are even worse than in my memories. "

"It seems like having Seis nurturing you all the time makes you lose all common sense." "

Since Kazu and Seis had joined the Ling clan the two boys had gone from one scuffle to another.

"Yuan'er don't be so unfriendly to our guests. "

Shortly after that the firm and confident voice was heard. There appeared the image of a handsome man with brown hair and a slightly angular face.

"Uncle ..."

When the man he recognized as the Patriarch of the Ling clan arrived, Kazu nodded.

"It's been a while since we haven't seen each other. I can only apologize for allowing this even after becoming the Patriarch of the Ling Clan. Having said that you grew up Kazu, I feel like I'm facing a whole different person. "

Kazu remained stoic at Ling Tian's greeting but it didn't seem to bother him.

The man turned in Seis' direction before smiling broadly.

"Kazu and I had already had the opportunity to meet but for both of us this is a first. Pleased to meet you. "

" Nice to meet u ! "

Seis bowed slightly which amused Ling Tian slightly.

"I see the rumors weren't lying, your appearance really defies common sense. I who thought I was used to being in contact with beautiful person, I must admit being left speechless when I saw you from afar. "

"I told you that even with the gossip in mind his appearance was still shocking. "

The stories of Seis working at Mo Bai's bar and his extraordinary appearance had already circulated all over Yellow-town. Ling Tian naturally knew about it.

Kazu, was setted a little used to Seis's appearance and the disproportionate effect it usually had. He couldn't help but smile amused. Even more since he had noticed that Seis was indifferent to the compliment on her appearance. He, on the other hand, was as proud of it as if it had been addressed to her in the first place.

Ling Yuan who noticed Kazu's reaction crossed his arms before taking a mocking tone.

"An incomparable talent in culture. Exceptional combat skills. Important knowledge and a sky-defying appearance. There is no doubt that being with such a person is just too good for you. "

Kazu's eyebrows twitch violently as he puts on a pout.

You! You were already saying the same thing when my engagement with Shangyue was decided! "

"That's because it already was! What kind of blessing have you received to always find yourself associated with people far above you? "

Kazu turned a bit confused to Seis?

"Isn't this the time when you normally say that's wrong and that I deserve all of this?"

Seis, who was not minding the umpteenth argument between the two, displayed a slight confusion.

"... Uh ... yes, Kazu deserves all of this."

However, the melodious voice of the young girl did not manage to calm Kazu.

The one displaying half-feigned sadness curled up in a corner before lamenting as Seis struggled to make up for his mistake.

"I see, I see ... I'm just a modest essentialist in the 4th level of physical molding. Without talent or hope for the future. "

"That's not true at all! You are already reached the 5th level. "

"That's all you can find to answer! "

Seis smiled a little taken aback by Kazu's sulky behavior.

The uncle and nephew duo less accustomed to Seis fell into astonishment at the young girl's angelic face. Who as no't paid attention, too worry about Kazu.

"You know what I'm thinking. I just wasn't paying attention, that's all. "

"Does that mean you would have helped me too if you had known me before my grandfather?" "

"..."

"Raah, damn it! One day I will be an essentialist worthy of the name and no one will dare to tell me such a thing. "

Looking at the scene, puzzled Ling Yuan persisted in mocking Kazu.

"If that day came, wouldn't it be exclusively thanks to Seis?" "

" Shut up ! "

"It's not ..." This time although Seis wanted to intervene, she was suddenly uninterrupted by Kazu.

" It's too late ! "

All of this scene took place under the amused gaze of the Patriarch of the Ling clan branch of Yellow-Town.

"Yuan, I told you before, stop bothering our young friend. "

" Very well... "

Ling Tian coughed twice, intending to make it clear that he wanted to speak with a different mood.

"Rank 1 and 2 cultivation techniques of a higher quality than that circulating in the city. Against the full support of our clan. All our resources will be at your disposal, this is the basis of the arrangement I am proposing to you. However, I have one more request for you. "

Seis didn't answer, waiting for Ling Tian to formulate his question.

"Can you give lessons within our clan?" "

A few seconds passed without any sound escaping the young girl's mouth. Through which Ling Tian saw an invitation to continue.

"I think that lessons given by you could change the fate of many young people within the clan. To be honest I wish I could attend it myself. "

"Uncle! "

In a slightly dismayed voice Ling Yuan was exclaiming in response but that didn't seem to trouble his uncle.

"There is nothing to be ashamed of, Tianer. Being in close contact with such an essentialist is always a great opportunity. Whatever the age of this one. "

However, Seis's response was once again a simple gesture. She just shook her head.

Yet even in the face of this response Ling Tian smiled.

"I expected ..."

Before the man could continue his sentence, Kazu's firm and determined voice was heard.

"Seis, do it ! "

Slightly taken aback Seis faced Kazu, nothing in his expression seemed to betray a doubt.

"But if I suddenly started teaching, I would have less time to help you. "

"I knew that, that's why you refuse! Ling Yuan is right, I have relied on you too much since you arrived. I must also be able to fend for myself on my own no matter how tempting it is to ask for your help. "

" Yes, but... "

"I also want as many people as possible to benefit from the luck I have been given. "

After a few seconds of hesitation. Seis ended up nodding.

"Okay, Kazu in that case I'll be teaching. "

Faced with such an outcome Ling Tian laughed out loud.

"I didn't expect that. Thanks Kazu, your support is a big help! Me who was just going to ask to help Ling Yuan in her practice like she did with Ku Chen. "

"She will too!" "

Kazu exclaimed once again in the same tone as before.

"You do not advance a little ..."

Ling Yuan who was watching the exchange in bewilderment was interrupted by Seis.

"It's okay, I'll do it! "

"Sorry to impose this extra work on you, don't hesitate to stop if it's too hard I understand. "

"Don't worry, it's not much. "

"I guess, compared to the hellish pace of your days before. "

Ling Yuan rolled his eyes. But although the situation turned to their advantages, it was nonetheless doubtful.

" Why are you doing this ? "

A little surprised by the question Kazu answered as before.

"I said, I want as many people as possible to benefit from the support I have received. "

But Ling Yuan who didn't seem satisfied with Kazu's answer insisted.

"The Ling clan didn't particularly support you in their later years. Yet you are now pleading in our favor. As for me, I've always been quite unfriendly to you. "

"Oh, that's right ... never mind that the Ling clan didn't clearly support me. You've never harmed me. Even your scathing lines aren't malicious. Besides, I never really took the arrangement of my union in Shangyue for real. So I didn't expect you to take sides in my favor either. Besides, I know that you are not completely inactive or else my situation would have been worse than it was after Grandpa left. "

Ling Tian's gaze lit up for a moment before he smirked.

"So you notice ... I wasn't going to completely let down Yang Zhong's grandson, though."

Once again the Ling patriarch laughed loudly.

"I must say that you impressed me Kazu, I always thought that Yang Zhong incubated you too much. Each of his words about you was very flattering. For my part, I was more mixed. But it seemed that at least some of his praise was deserved.

"All the praise Grandpa Zhong gave Kazu is justified!" "

This time Seis' reaction didn't keep him waiting.

"Well it looks like you've found someone else with the same faith that Yang Zhong once had for you. Time will tell if you're so great they think you are. Yuan let's let them settle in. "

Ling Tian took his leave, followed closely by his nephew.

Sporting a difficult expression Ling Yuan asked the question that was bothering him.

"Why didn't you mention your injuries?" "

"Haven't I told you dozens of times that I was satisfied with my quiet little life as the leader of this branch of our clan. "

"Uncle, please! "

" I will do it. But the poor child's attention is limited. With sectarian recruitment approaching. I preferred not to bother her more. But I will tell him about it when it's done, I promise.

Kazu observed a little dissatisfaction with the departure of his hosts.

"Someday I'll show everyone what it really is. "

Following this Kazu turned to Seis.

"Well, it looks like we each have our own room this time around." With your absurdly rowdy appearance I think it is better ... "

But as the young man was about to enter the room he was made interrupted with a sudden call.

" Waits ! "

"Hmm? Don't you find that we often stop like this these days? "

Kazu's gaze fell on an embarrassed Seis looking away and blushing a little. This rare sight came as a surprise to him and in a fraction of a second his heart began to beat erratically.

"I wouldn't have helped you if I had met you before your grandfather. Already we wouldn't have met and I wouldn't have had any reason to start and then ...

In any case, it makes me really happy to do it! "

"Heh? In this case it looks like one of my Seis'objectifs progressing. "

Seis's soft voice took on a curious tinge when she learned was of Kazu's targeting.

"Seis'objectifs ? "

Kazu suddenly waved his index finger before taking an explanatory tone like Seis.

"Goals I set related to you. They are ranked ascending in order of importance. Number one, reach the Spiritual realm. So that you reveal your past to me. "

Kazu's fingers displayed the number two as his middle finger lifted.

"Number two outdo you even though I wonder day after day if it's really possible."

Seis's eyes lit up at Kazu's statement.

"Are you really thinking of surpassing me?" Most people would be demotivated by such a difference, but not you! I sincerely hope that too! But at the same time, it's not surprising since you want to become the number one essentialist. "

The frank declaration of the young girl was not without surprise Kazu who almost fell backwards.

"What ?! Really ?! I, who thought I would surprise you with this one, find myself dismayed. You really want me to outdo you. I know I sometimes say I want to be number one but in fact that means overtaking monsters like you. Do you really believe in it? "

Seis' gaze was unfazed as she no doubt nodded.

"That's my goal from day one! I didn't say that at first because I didn't want to put more pressure on you. But if you are to become the greatest essentialist you have to surpass me. And I want you to become it with or without me! "

" What are you talking about ? How could I do this without you? Either way, if you are even determined to surpass you, then you really have to keep your promise to Grandpa a lot. "

" Yes ! But I also do it because I want to help you achieve your dream. "

"Well, no doubt, my goal is to progress. "

"What is the goal you've been talking about all the time? Something more important than surpassing myself? "

Kazu nodded and held out his ring finger.

"Make sure you support me for me and not Grandpa." I want to make you as grateful for meeting me as I am! But I'm still a long way from it since you always give me stuff like with or without me. I will make sure that one day you don't even think about leaving me! "

A long silence fell after Kazu's statement as the cheeks of the two turned red.

" It's embarrassing… "

"I know… for me too…?"

"But that makes me happy. Good luck, Kazu. "

Seeing Seis's bright gaze coupled with the warmest smile he had ever received. Kazu felt like time had stood still. Once again his heart began to beat faster.

[His face does not show the shadow of a doubt. Whatever I say and as crazy and absurd as my statements may sound. Seis looks at me and always cheers me on with the same confidence.]