211: Chapter 211 Qin Yi Unexpectedly Obtains a Low-Grade Spiritual Weapon Dagger

At this moment, Si Yao stepped forward slowly, her gaze fixed on Qin Yi as she asked with great interest, "Young Master Qin, you said just now that you were willing to share that warm-up Cultivation Technique with us. Were those words true?"

"Of course! I, Qin Yi, always keep my word. Besides, shouldn't Martial Artists exchange and spar with each other to make constant progress? To be immersed only in one's own Domain without communicating with others, wouldn't that be self-isolation?" Qin Yi met Si Yao's gaze, a candid smile appearing on his face as he spoke.

Of course, Qin Yi could bring out the Basic Body Forging Art, but that was, after all, a martial arts Legacy from the primordial era and produced by the System; it was naturally much stronger than current Cultivation Techniques and secret arts. For such a good item, shouldn't the Southwest Si Family also bring out some good things? For example, the Blazing Sun True Art or the Swimming Dragon Technique would do.

Qin Yi thought this, then with a thought, he didn't forget to flatter Si Yao in his speech, continuing, "I have long heard that Young Miss Si Yao's Southwest Si Family is an Ancient Martial Arts Family famous throughout our Huaxia Dragon Kingdom. Surely, you have a Family Legacy Cultivation Technique, right? I wonder if Young Miss Si Yao would be willing to grace me with an exchange so we can progress together?"

Si Yao truly hadn't expected that Qin Yi was waiting for her here. She gave a light cough, a flash of embarrassment crossing her face. Just as she didn't know how to respond, Si Hongfei stepped forward from the side to resolve the situation for her.

Si Hongfei cupped his hands toward Qin Yi and explained with an apologetic expression, "Young Master Qin may not know, but while the Southwest Si Family is indeed an Ancient Martial Arts Family, the Family Legacy Cultivation Technique is never shared with outsiders. It's not that we are unwilling to share with Young Master Qin, but rather the clan rules are as such, an iron law established by the Si Family ancestors. Those who are not blood relatives of this clan, and those who are not males of the clan, are not permitted to inherit the Family Cultivation Technique."

Upon hearing this, Qin Yi couldn't help but be a bit stunned, thinking to himself: 'Damn, are you fooling a ghost? If I didn't have the Eye of Truth, I really would have been deceived by you.' Thus, he looked at Si Yao with a questioning gaze and pressed further, "Then, Young Miss Si Yao, could it be that you haven't inherited the Family secret art either?" As he said this, he thought that if Si Yao dared to say she hadn't, then there was no need to associate deeply with this person.

Si Yao was seen sighing softly, a flash of complex emotion in her eyes, but she did not respond directly.

After Si Hongfei exchanged a glance with Si Yao, he continued to explain for her, "Young Master Qin misunderstood. My Young Miss has been exceptionally intelligent since childhood. Although she is female, she is a rare martial arts genius for the Si Family in a hundred years. She had already entered the Anjin Stage at the age of ten. Additionally, since the eldest young master of the clan has no interest in martial arts, the Master, for the sake of the Family Legacy, made an exception and allowed the Young Miss to Cultivate the Family secret method."

Hearing this, Qin Yi looked at Si Yao, and she nodded as a silent admission. "So that's how it is." Qin Yi realized that the reason the Si Family only allowed the males of the clan to practice the Blazing Sun True Art wasn't because of sexism, but because women were fundamentally unsuitable for it. If not for the Family Legacy, the old man of the Si Family probably wouldn't have had the heart to let such a beautiful granddaughter practice that extreme Yang Internal Skill, which resulted in Si Yao currently having no interest in men at all.

Having figured this out, Qin Yi turned back to Si Hongfei and asked curiously, "Then what about Brother Fei? You are also surnamed Si; do you not have the qualification to inherit it?"

A bitter smile appeared on Si Hongfei's face. He shook his head and admitted frankly, "Young Master Qin, to tell you the truth, although my surname is Si, I do not possess the Si Family Bloodline. I am an orphan the Master picked up at the foot of the mountain. I grew up in the Si Family and received their protection; the Si Family has the grace of raising me. However, according to Family rules, I have no qualification to Cultivate the Family martial arts. Therefore, I have only learned some basic moves."

At this point, Si Yao took over the conversation, her tone filled with respect for Si Hongfei, "However, over these years, A-Fei has always been by my side. In my heart, although he is not a blood relative of our Si Family, he is closer than a relative."

It was also the first time Si Hongfei had heard the Young Miss evaluate him in such a way. A surge of warmth couldn't help but rise in his heart, and he looked deeply at Si Yao.

Qin Yi had originally thought the two were in a master-servant relationship, but he hadn't expected them to have grown up together. "Sorry. In that case, if you are interested, I will demonstrate the full routine again once Young Master Ye returns. However, to be honest, it's fine for me to practice it myself, but if you want me to explain it, it's indeed a bit difficult."

Qin Yi wasn't being humble; he truly didn't know how to explain it. After all, the text recorded in the Basic Body Forging Art was not something a young lad at the Mingjin Stage like himself could explain. As the saying goes, the more one says, the more mistakes one makes; it was better to let them comprehend it on their own.

However, Si Yao felt that Qin Yi wasn't being humble, but rather holding something back from them. After all, the technique he demonstrated earlier was truly exquisite, with infinite wonders in every move. If he only taught the moves without the Mind-Cultivation Technique, relying only on one's own comprehension, the progress would be very limited. But then again, it was understandable; she herself couldn't honestly grant the Family secret art, so it was only reasonable for Qin Yi to have reservations.

Thus, after thinking for a moment, Si Yao drew an exquisite dagger from her waist. She held it up with both hands and presented it to Qin Yi: "Thank you, Young Master Qin, for your generous instruction and for being willing to share your Cultivation Technique with us. However, due to the strict Family rules, I am unable to repay you with the Family secret art, which makes me feel very ashamed. This dagger was forged from incredibly precious Meteoric Iron from Beyond the Heavens; it cuts through iron like mud and is peerlessly sharp. It was a gift my grandfather personally gave me on my eighteenth birthday. I call it 'clear shadow'. Now, I wish to gift it to Young Master Qin to express my gratitude. I hope Young Master Qin will not look down on it."

The moment the dagger was brought out, Qin Yi's gaze was drawn to the exquisitely crafted weapon. The scabbard was inlaid with several gemstones, both red and blue, and was carved with mysterious runes that looked like totems or perhaps writing. Furthermore, the character 'Si' was carved onto the hilt.

Qin Yi's throat moved. He was just about to reach out and touch it when he looked up and met Si Yao's clear and sincere eyes. Although he really liked this dagger in his heart, his reason allowed him to maintain a proper level of restraint and politeness. He immediately forced down the hand he wanted to raise, frowned slightly, put on a difficult expression, and politely declined: "Young Miss Si Yao, this dagger was your coming-of-age gift; it holds extraordinary significance for you. How can I accept it?"

Hearing Qin Yi's refusal, Si Yao's expression became even more determined. She gazed into Qin Yi's eyes and said word by word: "Young Master Qin, if you do not accept this gift, how can I feel at ease learning the Cultivation Technique from you? The path of a Martial Artist's cultivation emphasizes a peaceful state of mind without lingering attachments. If you resolutely refuse, I'm afraid I will feel guilty because of it and find it difficult to make progress. Therefore, please, Young Master Qin, fulfill this wish of mine."

Listening to Si Yao's earnest words, Qin Yi couldn't help but cough lightly. After hesitating for a moment, he finally nodded and relented, "Then... alright. Since Young Miss Si Yao is so persistent, I will look after this dagger for you for now." As he spoke, he carefully took the dagger, as if holding a rare treasure.

The moment the dagger landed in his hand, Qin Yi examined it closely. Xing Zhenkun and Chu Muyun also leaned in, their eyes full of curiosity.

"Young Master Qin, you can pull it out and try it," Si Yao suggested with a smile as she watched Qin Yi.

Hearing this, Qin Yi nodded in agreement and impatiently pulled out the dagger.

As the dagger left its sheath, a cold light flashed. The sharp blade shimmered with a soul-stirring cold radiance under the sunlight. Vaguely, one could even see a stream of cold Qi overflowing, causing everyone present to squint their eyes in shock.

Just then, the System notification sound suddenly rang in Qin Yi's Sea of Consciousness.

[Ding! Congratulations to the host for obtaining a Low Grade Spiritual Artifact dagger. This dagger was forged from Extraterrestrial Extreme Cold Meteoric Iron and contains Spiritual Qi within, possessing the potential for further upgrades! Obtaining a Low Grade Spiritual Artifact for the first time has unexpectedly triggered a System mission: Find the necessary item for upgrading the Spiritual Artifact—dragon saliva liquid! The mission has no time limit. Completion reward: One lottery chance in a category of the host's choice +1, and 500 System Points!]

Hearing the System's prompt, Qin Yi couldn't help but complain in his heart: 'Damn, what's the situation? This dagger is actually a Low Grade Spiritual Artifact? Holy crap, does Si Yao know how valuable this dagger is? She just gave it to me like that?' As Qin Yi thought this, he couldn't help but look at Si Yao. Seeing that her expression was no different than before, he felt somewhat relieved.

Although he had many questions in his heart, Qin Yi couldn't keep talking to the System in front of everyone. He had to temporarily suppress his doubts. He held up the dagger and examined it for a moment, a heartfelt exclamation appearing on his face: "clear shadow? Not bad, it truly is an excellent dagger!"

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At this moment, Ye Qingcheng held a pair of binoculars, her gaze closely following Ye Ziming, who was running hard around the lake. She shook her head helplessly, a bitter smile curling at the corner of her mouth, and turned to Shen Jianan beside her, saying, "Jianan, look, my brother has really gone all out for you this time."

Hearing this, Shen Jianan's face turned slightly red. She put down the binoculars in her hand, turned her head away in embarrassment, and said with a hint of helplessness in her voice, "Sister Qingcheng, to tell you the truth, I really don't have that kind of feeling for Ye Ziming... You should find an opportunity to talk to him properly."

Upon hearing this, a flash of craftiness appeared in Ye Qingcheng's eyes. She asked with a half-smile, "Oh? So the one you like is indeed Qin Yi?"

Shen Jianan was startled by Ye Qingcheng's sudden question. She hurriedly waved her hands in denial, "Uh, this, no, how could that be! Sister Qingcheng, don't talk nonsense, Qin Yi already has a girlfriend..."

"Hahaha, alright, alright, look how nervous you are, I'm just teasing you." Ye Qingcheng laughed heartily. She lightly patted Shen Jianan's shoulder and said seriously, "As for Ziming, I'll find an opportunity to talk to him. But as for you, Jianan, don't let yourself get too deeply involved. That kid Qin Yi, I can tell he is by no means an ordinary person; he must be hiding many secrets. You and him might not be a good match."

Hearing Ye Qingcheng's words, Shen Jianan felt a wave of loss in her heart. She didn't know what to say and could only silently lower her head. Seeing this, Ye Qingcheng also sighed softly and did not continue the topic. She lightly patted Shen Jianan's shoulder and said with a smile, "Alright, don't overthink it. Now is not the time for romance. Since the competition here is over, we should go and attend to our own business."

"Uh," Shen Jianan looked at Ye Qingcheng in some surprise and asked curiously, "Sister Qingcheng, are you going to go down and spar with Qin Yi?"

"Me? Better not," Ye Qingcheng shook her head helplessly, turning to walk out of the park. As she walked, she said, "I'd better not make a fool of myself. Qin Yi's strength is above mine. If it were a life-and-death struggle, I might have a few chances of winning, but if it's just a martial arts spar, I really might not be his match."

Hearing Ye Qingcheng say this, Shen Jianan couldn't help but look back at Qin Yi again and asked hesitantly, "Sister Qingcheng, don't you want to see how Qin Yi will teach your brother?"

"Haha, that, there's no rush." Ye Qingcheng stopped her pace and looked back at Shen Jianan, a flash of crafty laughter in her eyes, "I'll just have Ziming demonstrate it for me once I see him later. What? You want to learn martial arts from Qin Yi too?"

"Yeah," Shen Jianan was a bit embarrassed by Ye Qingcheng's look. She nodded and said in a small voice, "Actually, when I first met Qin Yi, I wanted him to teach me martial arts. It's just that I've been busy with various things since then and haven't had the chance."

"Alright, I get it." Ye Qingcheng nodded understandingly. "But we'll talk about that later. Right now, we have more important things to do." As she spoke, she changed the subject and asked, "By the way, Jianan, what do you think about bringing Qin Yi into our National Security?"

Hearing this, Shen Jianan couldn't help but be stunned for a moment. She thought for a while and eventually shook her head, "Uh, that probably isn't possible. Didn't Qin Yi say last night that he wanted to start a business and open a company? I guess he probably doesn't have any intention of joining National Security."

"Impossible? I don't think so." Ye Qingcheng gave Shen Jianan a meaningful look, a mysterious smile appearing on her face, "Alright, we'll talk about this later. The priority now is to find a way to crack Chen Mo's mouth!" With that, she strode forward. Seeing this, Shen Jianan also hurriedly followed behind and quickly left the scene.

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