I Stepped on a Bug, and the System Says I Slayed a Dragon?-Chapter 134: Li Daoming: Senior Sword God Is Indeed Unfathomable

Chapter 134: Chapter 134: Li Daoming: Senior Sword God Is Indeed Unfathomable

"Master, has Grand-master sent word?"

In the library, Li Qinghe was stunned for a moment. After she came to her senses, she hurriedly pressed, "Where is Grand-master now? Master, please tell me..."

She completely trusted the words of the Jianghai Sword God, without a sliver of doubt.

After all, her mission was to persuade the Jianghai Sword God to come out of seclusion. Now that there was finally a lead, she certainly couldn’t let it slip by!

"Tsk, he’s not back."

Seeing her excitement, Qin Yang made something up to brush her off. "He foresaw the calamity that would befall your family. Then, when he saw that I’d already taken you as a disciple, he asked me to let you know."

"Oh."

Hearing this, Li Qinghe looked a little disappointed. She lowered her head and rubbed the Star Stone in her hand.

’I thought the Jianghai Sword God had come.’

’I can’t believe it’s just a relayed message. I got excited over nothing.’

But on second thought, she realized this wasn’t the time to hesitate.

’Since the Jianghai Sword God issued a personal warning, the enemy we’re about to face must be extraordinary...’

At this thought,

Li Qinghe looked up, her spirits renewed, and nodded at Qin Yang. "Yes, Master. I understand. I’ll go home and relay the message to my father."

"Alright. This is a serious matter, so be careful on your way."

Qin Yang glanced toward the restroom, his thoughts turning to the Demon who had just tried to self-destruct.

’A skilled fighter’s greatest fear is facing someone who doesn’t value their own life.’

’And these Cult Demons are exactly those kinds of lunatics.’

’What if one of them rushes Li Qinghe on the street with a Star Stone Bomb, willing to lose a thousand to kill eight hundred... what would I do then?’

’If a Demon dies, they die.’

’They’re a social blight, a danger to public safety.’

’But if Li Qinghe were gone...’

’I’d lose my tool for farming the system!’

’A total loss!’

This thought prompted Qin Yang to add another warning. "The city’s been restless lately, especially with those Cult Demons. Disciple, you must stay far away from them. Whatever you do, don’t try to fight them head-on."

"Okay, I understand."

Li Qinghe nodded. "Thank you for your concern, Master."

"Good, as long as you understand. That’s all I have to say. Just be careful."

With that, Qin Yang left her side and headed for his favorite slacking spot.

Time to find Xiaobai and get ready to clock out.

He had done all he could, after all. He’d given all the help he was going to give. With the help of the inscribed Star Stone Array, the Li Family should have enough to weather this crisis.

"A night raid by Demons..."

Li Qinghe murmured the words to herself. Remembering Qin Yang’s warning, a flash of worry crossed her eyes as she too left the library.

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...

Jianghai City, Southeast District.

Fuhai Villa District.

Rows of exquisite villas were nestled here, surrounded by verdant mountains and clear waters. Cranes roosted in the ravines, creating a perfect balance between man and nature.

The mountains and rivers converged, gathering the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi to form a natural, spirit-gathering paradise.

This was the most expensive real estate in all of Jianghai City, where every inch of land was worth its weight in gold.

And even with a price tag, nothing was ever on the market.

Anyone who owned a villa here was either a high-ranking official, a powerful dignitary, a business elite, or a key political figure—all held pivotal positions in their respective fields.

Li Qinghe walked along the villa’s private path to the heart of the Li Family’s residential compound, making her way to the study on the third floor.

KNOCK KNOCK!

Two knocks in quick succession.

"Come in."

Li Daoming’s voice came from inside the study.

Upon hearing his voice,

Li Qinghe pushed the door open, entered the study, and closed the door behind her.

"Qinghe? Why are you back so early today?"

Li Daoming was hunched over his desk, busy signing a stack of documents. He asked in a low voice, "Any progress on the matter?"

"Father, I have something urgent to report."

Li Qinghe approached the desk and paused for a moment, gathering her thoughts. Then, in a grave voice, she said, "I just received some news, Father. Someone is planning a night raid on our Li Family!"

The moment she finished speaking,

The scratching of the pen in the study ceased.

Li Daoming’s head snapped up. He asked in astonishment, "Where did you hear this news, Qinghe? Could it be... you’ve successfully joined the Sword God Sect?!"

"Uhm..."

Li Qinghe hesitated for a moment, wondering how to respond.

’I did technically join the Sword God Sect...’

’But only as a grand-disciple...’

’That’s a million miles away from my original goal. It’s too embarrassing to admit!’

At that thought, she nodded and decided to just bluff her way through it. "Yes, Father. I’ve joined the Sword God Sect. My Eldest Martial Brother told me this, but I can’t say any more."

"That’s fine! It’s no problem if you can’t say more!"

Hearing this, Li Daoming laughed heartily. "Senior Sword God has a unique temperament, so he must have his own customs. Rest assured, I won’t tell anyone else!"

As he spoke, he said excitedly, "From now on, you just focus on studying hard under Senior Sword God. You’re sure to achieve great things in the future!"

"Mmm..."

Looking at her ecstatic father, Li Qinghe gave a weak response, feeling a little guilty.

’I’m doomed.’

’Father actually believed me.’

’Oh well.’

’This knack for bluffing... I learned it all from Qin Yang!’

"Oh, right. Father, I also have some Star Stones that my Eldest Martial Brother gave me. He said they’re to help us get through this disaster and keep us safe."

As she spoke, Li Qinghe took the Star Stones from her bag and placed them on the desk. "Please, take a look."

"Hm? Let me see."

Li Daoming picked up a Star Stone and began to carefully study the Array Patterns on its surface, his expression growing solemn.

Time ticked by.

Li Qinghe stood to one side, watching as her father’s expression shifted several times—from contemplation to surprise—as he held the Star Stones, unable to put them down.

Every so often, he would let out a gasp of amazement.

’The art of Arrays is so profound.’

’I’m only at the Second or Third Level, so I can’t understand it at all.’

’So all I can do is stand here and watch.’

After a long moment,

Li Daoming set down the Star Stone and leaned back in his office chair, staring up at the snakeskin-patterned ceiling. He clicked his tongue in admiration. "The younger generation is truly something to be reckoned with... Truly something else..."

"What is it, Father?"

Li Qinghe stepped forward and asked cautiously, "What did you see?"

"These Star Stones are anything but simple, Qinghe. Did your Eldest Martial Brother really make them?"

Li Daoming picked up another Star Stone, examining the Array Patterns as he spoke in admiration. "The inscribed lines are perfectly arranged, their thickness is ideal, and the intersections of the patterns are profound... This is already at the Peak of the Fifth Level!"

"What?!"

Li Qinghe was stunned. "The Peak of the Fifth Level!?"

’I knew Qin Yang’s Array skills were strong.’

’But the Peak of the Fifth Level...’

’That’s just too ridiculous, isn’t it?’

’How old is he? He’s about the same age as me.’

’While I’m still stuck at the Second or Third Level, he’s already reached the Peak of the Fifth Level!’

’Unbelievable!’

Li Qinghe’s mind went blank.

"Yes, I’m not mistaken. These Arrays are at the Peak of the Fifth Level."

Li Daoming said admiringly, "I could create them as well, but it would take me at least half a month of preparation, including ritual bathing and purification, and I couldn’t have any external disturbances whatsoever."

"To have taught such a disciple... Senior Sword God is truly unfathomable!"