Chapter 466: Altering Fate (1/2)

Chapter 466: Altering Fate

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”It's better to teach a man to fish than to give a man to fish. Have you heard this expression before?” Chi Guyan asked Ping Yang.

”Of course. Giving a man a fish may solve his immediate problem, but it's not a lasting solution. In order to feed him for life, it's better to teach him to fish. Am I right?” Ping Yang replied.

”Yes.” Chi Guyan nodded.

”But... I still don't understand. What has this got to do with Canyang sparing Fang Zhengzhi?” Ping Yang blinked in confusion.

”There is another meaning to that story, it is the story of a master laying the path for his disciple.”

”A path?”

”Canyang is a great master. He is so good that he is willing to give up a chance for revenge for Yun Qingwu.” Chi Guyan explained.

”Give up a chance for revenge for Yun Qingwu? What you're saying is...”

”Yes, Canyang is doing the groundwork for Yun Qingwu.”

”Groundwork?” Ping Yang was increasingly confused.

”If I am right, Canyang probably has very little time left.” Chi Guyan watched the two figures in the distance.

One was dressed in blue, the other in white.

The two figures stood quietly in the middle of the field. One looked extremely calm, whilst the other had an expression of care and unwillingness.

”Sister Yan, you're saying that the blind man is about to die? That's not very possible, is it? He is a Sage! Shouldn't his lifespan be extended as a result?” Ping Yang queried.

”Normally, that would be the case.” Chi Guyan nodded.

”Normally? Are you saying that he didn't truly enter the Sage State but instead forced a breakthrough?” Ping Yang was in shock.

”There are six Daos in the Rebirth State. Once you grasp the Heavenly Dao, then you are a mere step away from attaining Sage. Canyang had wielded the Heavenly Dao for over a decade. There can be only one possibility why he didn't attain Sage earlier.”

”What is it?”

”He only cultivated one Dao!”

”Only one Dao? Erm... you mean he entered the Heavenly Rebirth State without going through the Star Conglomerate, Heavenly Reflection, and Supernatural States? How is that possible?” Ping Yang couldn't believe this even though it had come from Chi Guyan.

”It is extremely difficult for humans, but it is not impossible for a demon. They have accessed Dao from the moment of birth.” Chi Guyan explained patiently.

”That... that is unbelievable!”

”Canyang was relatively unknown for most of his life. He only showcased his abilities over the past decade. Such great improvement may only be possible for someone like Canyang. Of course, this is just my guess.” Chi Guyan continued.

”Even the Emperor buys into your guesses and postulations. However, I still don't understand. Since he knew that he couldn't be a Sage, why would he waste his life and breakthrough forcefully?” Ping Yang pressed.

”Maybe he didn't have much time left anyway.”

”Oh...” Ping Yang was silent. If what Chi Guyan said was true, then there may be a reason for the demons linking up with the Southern Region now.

Canyang was out of time...

Was that the driving force behind this plan?

If that was so, was Canyang breaking through to Sage also part of the plan? Ping Yang's face was filled with shock.

No wonder...

Yun Qingwu was the Young Master of the demons.

She was known for her ability to predict the future.

However...

She had failed to calculate Fang Zhengzhi into the equation. Even if she did, she didn't know that Fang Zhengzhi had The Vast World, nor could she have known that Fang Zhengzhi could face up against Canyang.

This was Heaven's will.

It had nothing to do with Yun Qingwu's plan.

”I understand now. Canyang was worried that this failure would affect Yun Qingwu's standing amongst the demons. Since he won't be able to be by Yun Qingwu's side for long, he decided to take this course of action.” Ping Yang finally saw the light.

”Mm.” Chi Guyan nodded.

By leaving behind a 'threat' that only Yun Qingwu knew well, he could ensure that Yun Qingwu was still valued in the Demon community.

However...

.

There had to be another reason why Canyang was willing to let Fang Zhengzhi live.

In his mind, he was sure that Fang Zhengzhi could not harm the demons anymore.

In other words, Fang Zhengzhi was...

Chi Guyan looked at Fang Zhengzhi, her eyes glittering. Her mouth twitched, but no words came out.

Fang Zhengzhi knew what Chi Guyan was thinking.

However...

Even he didn't have the answers.

What was the aftermath of eating his Fruits of Dao?

No one knew.

Fang Zhengzhi didn't bother thinking about it. There was no use anyways. All he knew was that when Canyang pressed on his chest, he had stared death in the face.

However...

Canyang didn't kill him.

Fang Zhengzhi had no idea if it was because of Yun Qingwu, but he couldn't be bothered. All he knew was that if Canyang didn't kill him then...

He wouldn't kill him now.

That was enough. The rest was up to him.

”How about we talk about the hereditary nobility? After I get it, would I be getting any land? Would I have my own guard?” Fang Zhengzhi spoke up as he walked towards the gates of the settlement.

Marry someone?

That was a must.

Else, who will inherit the knighthood? Who was he going to marry? Chi Guyan was out of the question. Yun Qingwu? Pui, that was even worse...

He would have to go on a blind date...

With his qualities, he should be able to land a good lady.

Hang on, those ladies from noble families tend to be aloof and unable to work. He should find someone who is capable of doing chores.

Yes!

That was something important!

Just as Fang Zhengzhi was busy planning his life...

Ping Yang looked at him with disdain. She was concerned about his safety, but all he cared about was land and a squad of guards?

”Can you show some appreciation? Why do you only think of land and a squad of guards?” Ping Yang pouted as she looked at Yun Qingwu and Canyang.

Behind Yun Qingwu and Canyang...

There were hundreds of thousands of demon soldiers, their armor glistening in the sun. This was a terrifying army to face off against.

”Hahaha, what do you know? This is my reward for surviving that catastrophe.” Fang Zhengzhi couldn't be bothered to debate with Ping Yang.

Now was his time to celebrate.

Everything else...

Could be pushed to the side for now.

Of course, there was one other thing he had to take care of. That was Yan Xiu.

Fang Zhengzhi turned to look at Chi Guyan and Ping Yang, ”Do either of you know how Yan Xiu is?”

”Yan Xiu? He went back to Western Liang.” Ping Yang replied without hesitation.

”He returned to Western Liang? Okay then...” Fang Zhengzhi nodded. He had heard from Teng Shisheng that Yan Xiu suffered serious injuries at the battle at the Icy Monkey Settlement.

It was normal that he would return to Western Liang to recuperate.

That being said, he would have to find time to visit Yan Xiu. The only problem was he may not live to see that day...

Fang Zhengzhi shook his head and walked into the Iron Hill Settlement.

When the Southern Region soldiers guarding the gate saw the three of them approach, they stepped aside.

The three of them disappeared into the settlement.

Nangong Hao also stood up as he looked at the pink figure. He clenched his fists.

Then unclenched them almost as quickly.

”My lord, I need to make a trip back.”

”Make a trip back?” Xing Yuanguo knew that Nangong Hao meant the Nangong Family's residence.

”Yes, my brother is waiting for me at the gates. This is the treaty signed by the Southern Region. Please hand it to the Emperor for me. I will visit the Emperor in the capital in a month's time with my brother.” Nangong Hao handed the treaty to Xing Yuanguo.

”I understand.” Xing Yuanguo nodded as he took the treaty in his hands.

...

Time flew by.

Before long, the vanguard of the reinforcements arrived. This was the Great Xia's army garrisoned at the Icy Monkey Settlement. Shan Ling was not happy to see this.