Quick Transmigration: Still Life Fairy

Chapter 139 Trials and Tribulations - I Am the Protagonist

The next day, there were still a few vendors selling things outside the inn, and the streets were bustling with people, including many more outlaws carrying swords and exuding an air of江湖 (jianghu, the martial arts world).

"I feel like something big is about to happen here." Yu Liu and Jun Ran sat down by the window, ordered a few dishes, and pondered their next move: "If this is really a fictional world, then according to the logic of the novel, a place where so many martial arts people gather must be holding some kind of grand event, such as a demon-slaying tournament, a martial arts competition, and so on. It seems like this is my chance, but I don't know which of these people are considered somewhat famous."

"Why don't we just ask?" Junran tilted his head and gestured to Ju'an, who was carrying dishes over. He meant that there was a ready-made person to fawn over him, and the other party was someone who should know about the development of this world, making him the most suitable candidate.

Knowing that Yu Liu needed his help, Ju An was more than happy to oblige. After hearing the question, he thought for a while and felt that it wouldn't be appropriate for his current status to speak directly, so he said indirectly, "I don't know much about the affairs of the martial world, but I know someone who knows the most. His name is Blind Wang. He used to be involved in the martial world in his younger days, and now he mainly makes a living by selling information. Going to him is definitely the right thing to do!"

Anyway, Blind Wang was his subordinate, so it was up to him to say what he wanted. Ju An lowered his eyelashes, concealing the cunning in his eyes.

"In that case, do you know where Blind Wang lives?"

"Of course I know."

"Then I'll trouble you to lead the way later."

Yu Liu took out her small purse, rummaged through it, and pulled out a piece of silver, which she tossed to Ju An. Ju An accepted it calmly without hesitation.

More and more martial arts practitioners carrying swords and knives appeared. It was morning, and eight or nine out of ten would look for an inn to eat and stay overnight. Before long, the once quiet inn was filled with noise. Junran quickly ate a couple of bites, and the three of them got up to go find Blind Wang.

As a lone wolf who makes a living by selling information, Blind Wang clearly understands the principle of keeping a low profile. His place is inconspicuous and even looks a bit dilapidated at first glance, but once you go inside, you will find that it is a different world altogether.

Having received the message in advance, Blind Wang had been waiting for a long time.

"If I may be so bold as to ask what you mean by requesting this information?"

Blind Wang cupped his hands in greeting, his already narrow eyes squinting even more, a faint smile playing on his lips, making him appear as if he had no ill intentions.

Yu Liu considered for a moment and then rephrased her story about wanting to fight: "Well... there's nothing to be ashamed of. It's just that my elders sent me out to train. They want me to defeat ten people who are skilled in martial arts and have some reputation. Only after I successfully complete the training can I go home."

"Young lady, you're still so young, and you're already out here gaining experience?" Blind Wang was clearly surprised. He noticed the look Ju An gave him and then said, "Young lady, before I tell you the news, I'd like to give you some advice. Most people who are skilled in martial arts are wanderers who have traveled all over the country. Apart from newcomers, most of them are ruthless, even righteous people. So, if you want to challenge them, you need to be very careful!"

Seeing Yu Liu nod in agreement, he continued, "Miss, your request is just right for me. How about we have a match? I will know my limits and recommend ten of the most suitable candidates for you."

What he said made sense. Since arriving here, Yu Liu hadn't actually competed with anyone. The blind man's words sounded sincere, and it would be a good opportunity to test her previous guess. Yu Liu agreed without much hesitation.

Fortunately, Blind Wang's house has a large courtyard that has never been used and is empty, making it a fairly ideal venue for the competition.

"Then let's begin!" Yu Liu said, and prepared to draw her weapon.

Blind Wang squinted and raised his hand to clasp his hands in a fist salute.

The two stared at each other, and the atmosphere grew heavy.

However, this atmosphere lasted for less than three seconds.

"Hey! What are you doing?!"

Ju An, who was intently watching the two, suddenly sensed something was amiss. He turned his head and saw Jun Ran, who had been standing quietly like him, suddenly leap onto his toes and move closer to the two who were about to fight. He quickly called out to stop them.

"I don't know either!!!" Junran pushed off the ground with his toes, leaping between Yu Liu and Blind Wang. "...Would you believe me if I said I didn't do it on purpose? I can't control my body anymore!!!"

"Can't control your body?" Blind Wang's squinting eyes suddenly widened. "Someone is controlling you!!!"

Having reached this conclusion, Blind Wang moved swiftly, appearing in front of Junran in an instant. He closed the folding fan he had been holding, and with a "whoosh," a small dagger emerged from the front of the fan, which he then thrust towards Junran.

"Nobody can control me!!" Junran said, his body trying to turn around and catch the dagger. This thought crossed his mind, but his body wouldn't obey him at all: "Damn it!"

"I don't care who wants to control me, they won't succeed!" Junran gritted his teeth. Apart from being able to control his eyes to move left and right and speak, he had no control over the rest of his body. As he watched Wang the Blind's dagger come from the side, while he was facing forward with his hands outstretched, Junran was prepared to endure the pain.

Yu Liu didn't understand how things had developed to this point. Wang the Blind's sudden attack was obviously unexpected, but that didn't stop Yu Liu from saving people.

He raised his hand and threw out a defensive weapon, catching the dagger at the last second.

"Blind Wang, stop right there!"

Ju An also shouted loudly from the side. He did not forget that he was now a waiter, so he did not make a move. Although what he shouted was a bit inappropriate, it was the only way to stop Blind Wang.

As the leader, Ju An's words were quite intimidating. Wang the Blind stopped what he was doing, but while his movements stopped, Jun Ran's movements did not.

Suddenly, a gust of wind seemed to rise around Junran, causing his robes to rustle. He stared straight ahead, and his hands seemed to glow, whether it was an illusion or not.

Junran tried desperately to regain control of her body, but failed each time. Her body continued to move without stopping, and the divine power within her seemed to have found an outlet in her hands, surging out wildly and completely out of control.

"This is... divine power? Has it leaked out?"

Yu Liu stared intently at Jun Ran, muttering to herself in a somewhat stammering manner.

As the divine power dissipated, a small vortex gradually formed between Junran's hands. Although the vortex was small, it felt as if it contained infinite power. Of the four people present, only Junran was still struggling to regain control of his body; the other three dared not make any rash moves.

The vortex gradually grew larger, and when it reached the height of a person, it suddenly broke free from Junran's control.

Yu Liu nervously gripped her defensive weapon. In this world, she was restricted from using her willpower, and now she could only use weapons to protect herself.

However, the vortex that had everyone on edge did not move. After spinning around a few times, it suddenly dissipated. Just as everyone was wondering what was going on, a barrier suddenly appeared behind Yu Liu and Blind Wang, like a wall. Such barriers appeared in all directions, including above their heads, completely enveloping Yu Liu and Blind Wang.

These barriers emanated a familiar power, the very divine power that Jun Ran had just released.

"What's this?"