They all want to change my future.

Chapter 52 Misunderstanding

After saying those words, Lin Yueyin had nothing more to say.

Li Zhi didn't press the matter further. After reading through the two cultivation manuals with his tea, he chose to return to Zhaoyang Prefecture.

He came up with an interesting idea.

A good way to verify Qu Hongxiao's plan.

When Li Zhi returned to Zhaoyang Prefecture, he went to find Ji Baizhi and handed her the book "The Steps of the Startled Swan".

"Let's learn it."

Ji Baizhi did not refuse this request. After taking it, she began to look through it, asking questions as she read:

"Is this the cultivation method that Qu Hongxiao chose for you, young master?"

"Who else could it be but her?"

As soon as Li Zhi finished speaking, Ji Baizhi also finished reading the manual and casually closed it: "It's quite interesting, and it doesn't seem difficult."

This was said very modestly, but Li Zhi understood Ji Baizhi and asked directly, "You learned it after just one look?"

"More or less."

Ji Baizhi smiled faintly: "Most movement techniques in the world have some similarities, and this 'Jinghong Step' is very similar to a certain movement technique I learned before."

"Then how long do you think it will take me to learn this movement technique?"

"What you mean, young master..." Ji Baizhi thought for a moment, then answered with certainty, "Half a day should be enough."

"You really think highly of me."

Li Zhi laughed: "Qu Hongxiao gave me a day to practice until I reached the initial stage. Have you forgotten that I haven't learned any movement techniques before?"

"If you're just getting a basic understanding, an afternoon should be enough for you, young master."

Ji Baizhi's words were full of confidence in Li Zhi: "Young Master, believe me, your talent for cultivation is really good. You can reach the third realm in seven days, let alone this very simple movement technique."

It's not that I lack confidence.

Li Zhi shook his head, but the next moment he realized something was wrong and asked directly:

"You mean I can learn it in half a day? How fast is that?"

"A thorough understanding and application."

Ji Baizhi said innocently, "This method has already reached its limit; there is no room to go any further."

If this conversation between the two of them gets out, I think many people will find it unbearable.

However, many people still say that he is indeed a phoenix reincarnated, and his talent is truly remarkable.

Li Zhi hadn't thought that much about it; he was just surprised for a moment before taking out the "Breaking Army Spear Technique":

"Since you trust me so much, then use this marksmanship to help me practice."

Ji Baizhi took the spear manual, glanced at it briefly, and her expression turned slightly serious: "This is... the spear technique from the Duke of He's mansion?"

"Judging from your expression, the skill ceiling of this marksmanship must be very high."

"Indeed, it's very advanced, reaching the level of a grandmaster." Ji Baizhi nodded, closing the book. "Young master, I can't learn this."

Why?

Li Zhi truly couldn't understand how Ji Baizhi, with her talent, could say she couldn't learn it, yet could master the movement technique after just one glance?

Is your marksmanship really that bad?

"Young master, I'm not particularly interested in weapons," Ji Baizhi explained softly.

Upon hearing this, Li Zhi suddenly realized something. He thought of the term system, which, according to the game's explanation...

Ji Baizhi, like herself, probably doesn't have any weapon-related expertise.

When she said she couldn't learn it, she didn't mean she couldn't learn it; she meant she didn't want to learn it, and there was no need to learn it—it would be a waste of time.

In that case, we have no choice but to replace them.

As a successor of the Sword Sect and a master of swordsmanship, Lin Yueyin should have weapon-related attributes.

Li Zhi spoke up directly: "Miss Lin, are you there? I'm out learning marksmanship."

A cool breeze blew by, but no one answered.

She's there, but she doesn't want to talk to you.

Ji Baizhi also realized what was happening and softly agreed, "It would be most suitable for Miss Lin to learn this spear technique."

It is a good thing and makes a lot of sense for family traditions to return to their descendants.

Unfortunately, Ji Baizhi, a homebody, was unaware that this marksmanship had already spread throughout the entire border army.

They were even more unaware of the outdated custom of passing down knowledge only to sons, as practiced by the Duke of He.

Therefore, Lin Yueyin still did not appear.

Because Ji Baizhi was unaware of this, upon seeing this desolate scene, her brows furrowed involuntarily, and she looked at Li Zhi with some self-reproach.

"Young master, I didn't expect Miss Lin to dislike me so much."

Knowing what was going on, Li Zhi shrugged: "This has nothing to do with you."

Then, Li Zhi said loudly, "Miss Lin, have you forgotten our bet? According to the agreement, you should listen to me."

This bet was made beforehand, betting on whether Li Zhi could reach the Three Realms within seven days.

Lin Yueyin had already tested Li Zhi at that time and acknowledged that he had reached the third realm.

In other words, Lin Yueyin has already admitted defeat. Li Zhi didn't hold this against her before because they were all very familiar with each other.

It was more interesting to go to Qu Hongxiao's invitation than to see Lin Yueyin's reaction.

Now that Qu Hongxiao's matter has been settled, it's only natural to bring this up again.

As expected, upon hearing Li Zhi's words, Lin Yueyin emerged from the shadows with a dark expression.

She didn't speak to Li Zhi at all, nor did she even glance at Ji Baizhi; she simply extended her hand.

Ji Baizhi didn't mind and solemnly placed the book "Po Jun Spear Technique" into Lin Yueyin's hands.

Perhaps in Ji Baizhi's view, this was returning the item to its rightful owner.

But Lin Yueyin didn't think so. With mixed feelings, she opened the book, glanced at it quickly, and gave a curt evaluation:

"It doesn't mean anything."

Upon hearing this, Ji Baizhi looked at Lin Yueyin with a strange expression. "Is that how you evaluate someone?"

This is your family's secret spear technique. Even though you're now a sword master and don't care about it anymore, you can't say that.

Li Zhi understood Lin Yueyin's thoughts. He hadn't let me learn it before, but now everyone in the border army could learn it.

What could she possibly say?

However, it doesn't mean anything. Can you please stop holding it in your hand?

Looking at Lin Yueyin's hand gripping the "Breaking Army Spear Technique," Li Zhi sighed, "She really is a tsundere."

Lin Yueyin had heard this phrase before and knew it was referring to her. A glint of light flashed in her crimson eyes: "Your household should have guns, right?"

Clearly, Lin Yueyin was itching to hit someone.

Li Zhi didn't want to be beaten, so he looked at Ji Baizhi:

"Miss Ji, could you please use your 'Stunning Step' to spar with Miss Lin? I'd like to see what it'll be like when I fight Lu Jiu the day after tomorrow."

Ji Baizhi naturally wouldn't refuse Li Zhi's request. She nodded in agreement and wanted to take the two of them to the training ground.

Although Ji Baizhi doesn't use weapons, Zhaoyang Prefecture still provides her with the full necessary equipment.

Lin Yueyin didn't move. She looked directly at Li Zhi and said, "I'll practice with you."

"Your word doesn't count."

Li Zhi met Lin Yueyin's gaze.

"Then forget it."

Everyone has their little quirks.

As soon as Lin Yueyin finished speaking, she tried to leave, but whether intentionally or by forgetting, she held the "Broken Army Spear Technique" tightly in her hand.

"What I mean is, after you and Miss Ji finish fighting, it'll be your and my turn."

"Can."

Lin Yueyin paused, then, as if nothing had happened, turned and followed Ji Baizhi.

Li Zhi simply smiled and followed.

The three of them went to the training ground in the backyard.

Lin Yueyin took a white wax spear from the weapon rack, gave it a flick of her wrist, and the spear trembled slightly, emitting a buzzing sound.

Ji Baizhi walked slowly into the arena, her plain white dress fluttering in the wind.

Li Zhi watched from the side, wanting to see just how much restraint this person could possibly have.

If he didn't restrain himself, he definitely wouldn't have gone out and gotten beaten.