Who Dares Slander My Senior Brother Chapter 19

Whenever a holiday comes around, I feel homesick for my family. Especially on the lunar New Year.

Needless to say, this time I’m spending it in an ice spring.

Surrounded by pine trees, icicles hung down from branches weighed down with snow. In the distance could be seen the crown of Hui s.h.i.+ peak and rising towards the heavens, Qing XuZi’s monolith. This scenery truly seemed like an immortal land.

Unfortunately, this was of no use to Wen Jing who was standing in the ice spring wearing only a pair of trousers.

His teeth were chattering, his complexion was pale as he complained to himself.

This was really too vicious, so cruel……

Lunar New Years Eve, the senior brothers were eating dumplings although they had been actually sent here to train.

The ice spring water’s special nature was that it never froze, only chilled to the bone. For a sixth level Qi Refining cultivator, it was possible to withstand with difficulty the cold energy, and it was unlikely that one would freeze.

One’s body would automatically release spiritual energy to resist the effects and with continual effort, it would eventually help one’s cultivation. Wen Jing wondered if there might be some sort of progress if you soaked in this ice spring for more than a month.

However, this kind of cultivation method was too bitter for words. If a person, unless they had no other choice, used this method it would be considered self-abuse. For example, the infused snow mountain jade ginseng tea was comfortable and quickly increased one’s cultivation.

It could be a.s.sumed that this Duan Xuan was too ruthless.

From early morning until evening he had been confined to the ice spring. His stomach rumbled. Only Liu QianMo had come to see him just one time. He had fed Wen Jing a few mouthfuls which touched his forlorn heart.

Now, his senior brothers were eating the Lunar New Years Eve dinner with that vicious master. Certainly, no one would dare send him anything to eat.

Wen Jing’s heart was not resigned. On the Lunar New Years Eve, everyone was united together, warm and lively, all except himself who was alone and suffering……

He should sweep the snow in front of his own door before worrying about other people’s business……what truth did Duan Xuan want him to understand?

Playing the hero is very exciting while its happening, but the hards.h.i.+p he was experiencing now was enough to wear down his willpower.

Even if he was being punished now, that python was unaware……was this Duan Xuan’s goal?

The sky grew dim and trees slowly became shrouded in darkness. Wen Jing’s lips were completely blue.

So cold, I really want to close my eyes……

He didn’t know how long it had been when suddenly a sensation of heat began to spread from his shoulder and slowly warmed his body.

Wen Jing abruptly became clearheaded and grabbed the hand on his shoulder: “…Who?”

Darkness lay all around. Wen Jing was unable to see clearly and could only see someone crouching alone on the bank. The hand’s fingers were long and slender, lightly calloused with a smooth texture……very attractive.

From the bank came the sound of a man’s low voice, gentle and warm. He said with a rea.s.suring feeling: “Junior Brother Lu.”

“Jun, Senior Brother Jun?” Wen Jing felt a little helpless, “What are you doing here?”

No one spoke within the darkness but the slender hand slowly drew back. The sound of a spoon colliding against the side of a bowl sounded out as something was placed in front of him which held something steaming hot.

“Eldest Senior Brother cannot come but allowed me to deliver a bowl of dumplings.”

With burning eyes, Wen Jing reached out with both hands to the bowl on the bank. His senior brothers hadn’t forgotten him. Senior Brother Jun had come just to deliver dumplings……

“Mm, I’ve inconvenienced Senior Brother Jun.” His voice sounded thick, he was a little touched.

Jun YanZhi said warmly: “Master punished you today but we’re unclear as to why……”

“It is something I have to figure out for myself……I am already clear on master’s intentions. He has his reasons,” Wen Jing said hastily.

“You understand?”

Wen Jing said: “……Master wishes for me to understand, that I mustn’t meddle in the business of others.When suffering hards.h.i.+p, no one can stand in for another.”

“……is that what Junior Brother Lu thinks?” His voice was gentle and unchanged, but his lips slowly curled up.

Wen Jing seemed to be talking to himself in a low voice: “Also……it might be that just because I feel close and stick to another person, it is possible that I am being a bother to the other?”

If I hadn’t gone to meet the python that night, most likely we wouldn’t have run into Duan Xuan and nearly gotten it killed. That python probably has its own lair. It would be better to meet less in the future……

Wen Jing was quiet within the darkness for a long time then neatly ate the dumplings and drank the soup. He licked his lips and respectfully said: “Many thanks, Senior Brother Jun, I’ve eaten my fill.”

“…En.” Jun YanZhi put away the bowl and chopsticks and slowly stood up, “You’ll be able to come out in another two hours?”

“Right.”

“Then I’ll be going first.”

“……Farewell Senior Brother Jun.” Wen Jing’s voice also slowed down and became gentle, imitating Jun YanZhi’s warm spring feeling.

Senior Brother Jun was indeed truly good from head to toe. He was also relaxed and pleasant to listen to. If he could have half of his temperament, maybe that python would think better of him……

The sound of his footsteps in the snow gradually faded away and the surroundings slowly became quiet again.

The chill of the icy spring was piercing. Wen Jing’s teeth chattered as he waited for the final two hours to pa.s.s.

This period of waiting seemed endless.

Suddenly from within the woods came a continuous rustling sound along with a slight thumping as something approached over the snow.

Wen Jing was worried: “Why did you come here?”

Before he finished speaking, an enormous weight entered the icy spring with a splash.

The python glowed blue as it curled up shuddering within the icy spring.

Wen Jing didn’t dare act without thinking. He carefully felt out with his hand to touch the head of the python. Seeing it didn’t resist, with a thumping heart, he clung to the serpent’s shuddering body.

There was still no resistance……

Senior Brother Jun had delivered food to him and this small-minded and difficult python and come to be with him. The bitter hards.h.i.+p of this day was truly worthwhile.……

“Why did you come here tonight?” Wen Jing gently embraced the python, “Your wounds have still not recovered, doesn’t it hurt?”

The serpent’s body curled up as it leaned quietly against him.

“He was already hurt and then injured again, what should I do……” Wen Jing wasn’t sure what would be the best thing to do and frowned a little.

“Hissssーー”

Anxious at heart, Wen Jing’s internal sea of energy suddenly gave birth to a warm current which in a flash extended throughout his entire body. His hands and feet filled with warmth.

Curled close, the python twitched and looked startled as it felt a warm current soothing its many aches.

“What’s the matter?” Wen Jing couldn’t tell the reason and felt confused.

The python silently rubbed against him.

Wen Jing didn’t know the reason for what was happening. Today he had soaked in the ice spring all day. He had endured the cold but now urgently desired for the python to be healed. His body and mind united, his Three Yang physique was at last triggered.

The Three Yang physique is the warmest, most yang physique. Not only was it immune from the cold, it also allowed the python to feel cozy all over. But this physique was extremely rare and only heard of in legends. At this time, Jun YanZhi hadn’t even considered it due to this reason. The two people only felt incomparably warm together and didn’t even feel the slightest bit of cold in the icy water.

Leaning on the python, Wen Jing didn’t dare move and let his mind go blank.

In the midst of this, the python suddenly lifted his head with cold eyes and dashed ash.o.r.e. Wen Jing tugged its tail and asked in a low voice: “Is someone coming?”

The python’s body twitched and it nodded.

“Go, hurry and leave.” Wen Jing bowed his head and bit his lip. Projecting indifference, he softly said, “From now on, stay quietly in your lair. Don’t casually run around. I won’t be out looking for you in the middle of the night anymore.”

The python quietly looked at him for a moment then, at last, turned its head and left.

♥

Early morning on the day of the Lunar New Year, Wen Jing stood facing Duan Xuan. Extremely deferentially he offered the cup of tea of apprentices.h.i.+p.

“Master, your tea.”

Duan Xuan raised the cup and drained it in one swallow.

“Many thanks to Master for receiving me.” Wen Jing obediently spoke those empty words to complete the ceremony.

Duan Xuan pa.s.sed him a semi-new book saying almost casually: “Tomorrow I’ll inspect your cultivation level here before dawn.” He finished speaking and turned to leave.

As he left the palace hall, the crowd of disciples relaxed and idly sat down.

Gui XinBi clapped Wen Jing’s shoulder and said: “From now on, we’re now true fellow disciples. Sharing your joys and absorbing your hards.h.i.+ps.”

Wen Jing laughed silently.

Mo ShaoYan slowly said: “Last night you weren’t here. Compared to us your happiness was greater.”

Wen Jing raised an eyebrow: “How could that be?”

Gui XinBi overheard and made an amused face.

Wen Jing sighed to himself. That night Duan Xuan had taken charge of the Lunar New Years Eve dinner. 《A Calamity for All Living Things》had given a complete description.

On the table were ten dishes and two soups. The disciples looked at Duan Xuan who had already set down his chopsticks while theirs were still in the air. Sitting in the main seat, Duan Xuan creased his brow and looked around. His tone harsh, he asked: “Has there been any progress in your cultivation this year?” Hearing this, the disciples promptly put down their chopsticks and beginning with Liu QianMo each reported their progress in cultivation. After each had finished, Duan Xuan with a dark expression flared up and said: “If anyone of you feels that you have made acceptable progress then go ahead and start eating.” The disciples bowed their heads. No one dared eat a thing.

ーーExcerpt from Chapter 38 《A Calamity for All Living Things》

Wen Jing had felt vexed about dinner, however, in comparison to that, it was better to spend the day in the ice spring.

Liu QianMo asked: “What did Master pa.s.s on to you?”

Wen Jing promptly opened it up to see 《Auxilary Fundamental Merit》(1)

《Auxilary Fundamental Merit》was a top grade merit law which was suitable for his five element spiritual root. Before building a foundation, it was important to raise one’s cultivation. Afterwards, you could learn techniques. Duan Xuan only pa.s.sed on a merit law. He didn’t pa.s.s on a technique. That was intended.

In fact, Wen Jing had a waste type of spiritual root. If not for his Three Yang physique, building a foundation would be hopeless. Within Hui s.h.i.+ Peak, his eighth senior brother Mo ShaoYan and sixth senior brother Li Shu also had waste spiritual roots. It was normal for no one to pay any attention to this.

Wen Jing flipped over 《Auxilary Fundamental Merit》 and carefully asked: “Eldest Senior brother. What should I do if I don’t understand it?”

Liu QianMo frowned and said: “I haven’t practiced this……you should ask your eighth senior brother and sixth senior brother for a.s.sistance.”

“Ok……”

Author notes:
Thanking readers.

Translator notes:

Omg, these names will kill me. I couldn’t make sense of this at all so this is pretty much a wild guess.

Funny story, I had to find raws for the story again since I lost all my open tabs due to changing computers. I opened up the link for 19 and did a quick google translate of the page to make sure I was on the right novel.

Jin YanZhi is groping Wen Jing…..

After a long few moments wondering how those two suddenly got a whole lot closer I realized this wasn’t chapter 19 but section 19. It was broken up into 33 sections so it was more like maybe chapter 57. Ha.