Chapter Seven Trouble Comes Knocking

  At dawn, the sun slowly rose, but Wu Ye Yu was still sitting on his bed practicing his skills. It wasn't until another hour had passed that he slowly stopped and opened his eyes, revealing a flash of insight. It seemed that after a night of cultivation, Wu Ye Yu's gains were quite substantial. After checking his attribute panel, he found that his basic attributes hadn't changed much, but the "Xuanxu True Classic" foundation chapter had reached the second layer of late period. The "Xuanxu True Classic" was a secret sword cultivation manual, and Wu Ye Yu's current strength was around mid-stage swordsman. He could raise his strength to this level in less than two days, which he thought was pretty good.

  However, since the only thing left by his mother was the internal energy cultivation method, the matching swordsmanship manual was unknown. Therefore, Wu Yeru's water attribute was still quite large. Hmm, let's get some energy points first!

  After getting out of bed and exercising a bit, Wu Ye Yu's legs felt slightly stiff. He ate the leftover food from last night and then prepared to head outside the city. "It would be best if it was by water, that way his control over water technique would also come in handy."

  No sooner had I stepped out of the room than I heard a murmur of voices outside the courtyard, growing louder and closer.

  "It's true, Xi Yue sister, I didn't lie to you. There is a little fatty in this yard who is really fun to play with. He's all chubby and round like a meatball, and he listens very well. You can play with him however you want..."

  "It sounds like I've heard that voice before, huh? Ah! Right, isn't this the same kid who hit me that night before I passed out, hmm, seems to be Wu family's Fourth Young Master." Upon hearing this voice, Wu Ye Yu thought for a moment and then guessed the identity of the person, Wu Jia Si, Wu Ren Jie.

  "Oh?! Is there really such a person?! Don't try to trick me, or you'll have to beware of my whip! Hehe!" A very young and tender female voice came over.

  "Haha, that's right, how dare I cheat you? That guy is in this courtyard and will definitely not refuse you. Come this way!" Wu Jia Si Shao Ye had been feeling depressed since yesterday, feeling like he was having a streak of bad luck. Originally, in this small town of Qing Shui, he was considered someone with some status, relying on his family's power to get by. He would often bully and intimidate others, but because he also had some discernment, some ruthless characters who were not afraid of death rarely came to provoke him. As a result, over the past decade or so, he had been living a carefree life without any major incidents.

  Just yesterday, a few noble guests suddenly arrived at his home, seemingly from the family of his third sister who married into as a concubine. They were young masters from the wealthy and influential Zhongzhou clan, each with an air of grandeur and exceptional demeanor. Their attendants also looked like they weren't to be trifled with. As Wu Renjie, a street-smart veteran of the town, he knew better than to offend them and could only respond cautiously. Fortunately, these people were only temporarily staying at his home on their way to train in the Beast Forest, so putting on a show for a while would suffice. However, who would have thought that among those following the young masters from the Wen family to Clearwater Town was not only the young master's entourage but also an 8- or 9-year-old little girl named Wen Xiyue? It turned out she was the Wen family patriarch's most beloved granddaughter, with a high-level swordsman's abilities at such a young age - truly a rare talent.

  The young master of the Wen family, who went to the forest to practice and hunt demons, naturally couldn't bring an 8 or 9-year-old little loli with him. As a result, she was placed in the Wu family. The head of his own household, Old Master, knew that this was a rare opportunity to curry favor with the Wen family, so he agreed to it after some hesitation and called himself over, instructing him to take the little loli on a tour of the town's customs and people. He also gave strict orders: "You must be obedient and compliant; if you suffer any grievances, watch out for your own dog head!"

  After taking Wen Xiyue on a stroll around the small town, the little girl completely lost interest in strolling and returned home to practice whip techniques. Of course, I had to attend to her as well, thinking that at least at my own home, I wouldn't have to worry about any accidents. But before long, Little Luo proposed practicing whip techniques together with me, saying it was the only way to truly master the skill.

  Heavens, I'm Wu Renjie, from birth till now, I've only practiced swordplay for three days when I was five or six years old. Afterwards, because I feared exhaustion and hardship, I never touched it again. And yet, suddenly I have to engage in a martial arts match with someone several years younger than me who is an advanced swordsman? Think I can win? Don't be ridiculous! First of all, winning against a little loli isn't that glorious, and besides, is this even possible? What kind of goods am I, don't I know myself? Even catching a chicken would be a struggle for me...

  As for losing? Wu Renjie secretly took a look at the whip in Little Loli's hand, which was entirely silver and exquisitely crafted. It didn't seem like an ordinary object, although it was mainly made of animal tendon. Judging from the metallic luster that shone through, it was probably mixed with other materials. Moreover, there were obvious hooks protruding at regular intervals on the whip. If she were to lash herself with this thing, even if she didn't die, she'd definitely be flayed alive! Who in the world would give such a dangerous weapon to a little loli? Even if it wouldn't hurt the flowers and grasses, what if it hurt her instead? Would her family really be able to bear it?! This was absolutely unacceptable!

  At this time, Wu Renjie's brain, which had been out of work for many years, finally started to turn rapidly at the moment of crisis, so that his face turned red in an instant, and his forehead was also constantly sweating. Finally, after thinking for three seconds, Wu Renjie thought of a wonderful idea - diverting the disaster! As for who to divert the disaster to, hehe! Is there anyone more suitable than Little Fatty?

  After thinking of this wonderful method, Wu Renjie suddenly felt relaxed all over, his bright red face quickly returned to normal, and the fine sweat on his forehead also evaporated. He then looked at the little loli in front of him with a sly expression.

  "Cough, cough! Ah, Wu Renjie, I'm honored to have the opportunity to spar with Miss Xueyue. Unfortunately, I caught a cold a few days ago and although I've recovered somewhat, I fear I won't be able to give it my all. I'm truly worried! However, even though I won't be able to take action myself, I can introduce someone who will surely satisfy your desires!" Wu Renjie managed to come up with an excuse, diverting the attention elsewhere. Now he's waiting anxiously for the little loli's response in front of him.

  The result is naturally not worth thinking about, since we've already arrived at Wu Ye Yu's doorstep, what's the point of asking more questions?

  Bang, bang, bang! "Wu Ye Yu! Open the door for me quickly! Quickly! Why are you so slow? Open the door!" Wu Ren Jie kicked the courtyard gate three times and then shouted loudly at the inside with a arrogant face. Wen Xue Yue who was standing beside him frowned upon seeing this but didn't say anything.

  After hearing Wu Renjie's conversation with Xiaoluo just now, combined with Wu Renjie's character, although I don't know what they are up to, I can guess a thing or two. Anyway, it's all about coming to find trouble for myself. Hmm, whether it's good fortune or bad luck, I won't be able to avoid it. So, I walked forward and opened the door.

  "Hurry up and open... damn it? You little brat, are you Wu Ye Yu? How come your appearance has changed so much?" Wu Ren Jie was clearly shocked by Wu Ye Yu's new attire when he saw him.

  "What's wrong? Something happened?" Wu Yeyu frowned and said to Wu Renjie.

  "You mind your own business, come in first and then talk!" Wu Renjie said with an arrogant attitude, pushing Wu Yeyu who wanted to enter the courtyard, but ended up not being able to push him.

  Wu Yeru looked at the place on her body where Wu Renjie had touched, then looked at Wu Renjie again, and finally turned to a little girl beside him and said, "Excuse me, is there something I can help you with?"

  "Hello, big brother. My name is Wen Xiyue. Just now, Wu Renjie said you would play with me. Is that true?" The little loli introduced herself first and then asked, her bright big eyes kept sizing him up.

  "Want to play with you? No time, I still have to go out, no time to accompany you, let this guy accompany you." Wu Yeru said, turned around and locked the door, about to pass through between the two of them. He had a very important task, how to earn energy points quickly in a short period of time and rapidly increase his strength was the main issue. Accompanying you to play? Although you little loli look pretty cute, but brother doesn't have that taste! Of course, even if he did, Wu Yeru couldn't do anything about it, he's only ten years old after all.

  Wu Renjie, who was standing on one side, was thoroughly enraged. "You little brat, you've become so arrogant after just one day of not seeing me! Who gave you the guts to behave like this? Are you still Wu Yeru or what?" he thought to himself, and then his hand pushed forward again. "What's wrong with you today? Did you eat a bear's heart and a leopard's gallbladder or something?! Is this how you treat me, your superior?! Do you think I'll let you leave? You're not going anywhere! Believe it or not, I'll have you carried out horizontally!" After finishing speaking, he beckoned to his two attendants behind him, signaling them to come over.

  The two dog legs behind were also surprised by Wu Yeru's performance today, this kid has become tough today. Hey, usually don't mention seeing the Fourth Young Master, even if it's just a servant, they've never seen him behave like this before. The two of them thought to themselves as they hurried forward to give the Fourth Young Master momentum. Although they hadn't learned any martial arts, dealing with this useless fatty was still an easy task. Did this kid forget about the master's moves from the day before yesterday?

  Wu Renjie raised his fist, ready to strike. "You little brat, it seems like you won't listen unless I teach you a lesson today! You've forgotten the pain of your past injuries, haven't you? Fine! I'll make sure you remember it again!"

  Wu Renjie had already signaled for someone to come over, and raised his fist, knowing that this fight was inevitable. Alright, since it's like this, then I'll teach you a lesson today! Wu Yeru's eyes stared straight at the incoming fist, ready to use a move to borrow force and pull it in, while his right knee aimed at Wu Renjie's stomach, planning to knock him down first before slowly taking care of him.

  "Halt!" Just then, the pretty little loli appeared in a flash before Wu Ye Yu, her hands stretched out to shield him, and with a righteous gaze, she scrutinized Wu Ren Jie and his incoming fist.

  "Huh?!" Wu Renjie only felt a flash in front of his eyes, and then Wen Xiyue's figure appeared. He saw that his fist was about to brush against Wen Xiyue's hair, and he quickly withdrew his strength. In the end, he managed to pull back just as his fist was about to make contact, but because his fist had already been used too much, he pulled back too hard when withdrawing it. As a result, his body stumbled backward, and if not for the two dog legs supporting him from behind, he might have ended up on the ground. Wu Renjie, who was being supported, sighed afterwards, realizing that he had already reached the level where he could control his movements freely. Damn, it turned out he had such a natural talent for martial arts? No way, next time he would find an opportunity to practice again.

  Wu Renjie also came back to his senses and said: "Miss Xiuyue, what's going on?"

  "You won't play with me just because others aren't around? Why did you hit me? Besides, don't I have things to do?" Wen Xiyue glared at Wu Renjie.

  "Hehe, Miss Xi Yue, you mustn't be deceived by this little fatty. This kid is idle all day long, what can he possibly do? It's clear that he's just putting on a show for us. People like him won't learn their lesson unless they're taught one." Wu Renjie said with a smile to Wen Xi Yue.

  "That won't do either, I don't have any deep grudges against anyone, can't just go around hitting people!"

  "Alright, alright, whatever Miss Xiuyue says goes, but this... cough, I'll play with you, but practicing whip techniques is out of the question. Yeah, my body has been feeling really unwell these past two days."

  "Hum! You coward!"

  Looking at the scene in front of him, Wu Yeru was slightly surprised by Xiao Loli's prowess and also knew that this time he couldn't teach these three bastards a lesson. He shook his head and walked past them.

  "Ding! The system has issued a random task, Task Name: On the Importance of Attack Speed. Task Requirements: Requires the host to attack Wu Renjie and his three servants at least 100 times within one minute, after completing the task, rewards the host with 1000 energy points, exceeding 100 times will be calculated at 10 energy points per time! The task time is one minute, and the task will start timing after the host issues the command!"

  Wu Yeyu, who had just brushed past several people, suddenly heard the task and his eyes lit up instantly. His eyes then gradually narrowed, his chin slightly raised, and a sly smile spread across his mouth.

  "Hehehehe..."