EFB Chapter 80 Maple Leaf Breathing Technique, Sacrifice
Chapter 80 Maple Leaf Breathing Technique, Sacrifice
"It's almost time. I need to prepare to set off for Misty City." He took a deep breath, his eyes filled with anticipation.
Over the next few days, Lin Wei returned to Rose City. The streets and alleys of Rose City were bustling with activity, teeming with people. He met with his old subordinate Ham, his daughter Donna, as well as Duke Drake of Rose and the Moonlight Werewolf Lyme.
Ham had gone from being a strong and wiry captain of the guard to a pot-bellied old businessman, with a big belly and a simple, honest smile on his face.
His daughter, Donna, had grown increasingly clever, her eyes darting around. Drake had completely inherited the old Duke of Rose's methods, managing the estate impeccably with a confident expression on his face.
Lyme, having devoured dozens of werewolves, was about to break through to a level comparable to a Grand Knight, emanating a powerful aura.
Lin Wei bid farewell to them one by one, simply declaring that he was going to venture to a bigger and farther place. These people had accompanied him through more than twenty years of cultivation and were very important to him.
"Lyme, you'll be in charge of helping Drake manage the Rose Territory. And while you're at it, help me collect more matching breathing techniques. Ham, you fatso, just relax and enjoy your retirement; we're flush with cash now," Lin Wei joked, a relaxed smile on his face. "If Little Donna wants to go to Maple Leaf City to train in the future, she can too. Just let your sister Celia know beforehand. And if you encounter anything you can't handle, you can contact Prince Koi and Prince Maple Leaf; I've already given them a heads-up."
"Guys, take care." After saying that, Lin Wei left like a gust of wind. No matter how strong his will to cultivate was, he was feeling a little uncomfortable at this moment, and his steps paused slightly.
"Goodbye, Lord Lin Wei," Ham said, his voice choked with emotion, tears welling in his eyes.
"Lord Linwei, please go and see the distant lands for us," Drake and Lem said in unison, their eyes filled with anticipation.
Both the human and the wolf have been subdued by Lin Wei's Rubik's Cube-like alluring red face, and have been cooperating for some time now.
"Uncle Lin Wei, I will be a good housekeeper." Donna clenched her fist, her face serious.
Ham and the others felt a pang of sympathy; their lord, Lin Wei, was about to embark on a long journey, and they wondered if they would ever see him again in this lifetime. Over the years, Lin Wei's care had allowed them to safely weather many calamities and provided them with an extremely comfortable and stable environment, and they all wept bitterly.
"No matter what level you reach in your cultivation, separation is an eternal melody. I need to learn to get used to it," Lin Wei murmured to himself, his eyes filled with melancholy.
Lin Wei was floating above the small castle, watching his subordinates' sadness, taking one last look at the place where he had lived for so many years, and then leaving for good.
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Lin Wei returned to Maple Leaf City and used the magic lamp to store the resources and breathing techniques. The remnant soul of the wizard, Moro, remained obedient, hoping that Lin Wei would take him as a servant as soon as possible.
Looking at the large bags and packages, and how the resources of nearly 50 square meters had been completely absorbed by the palm-sized magic lamp, Lin Wei couldn't help but show surprise, his eyes widening: "These wizard's things are really amazing."
The black pebble that Kardashian had entrusted to her was still with her, but for safety reasons, Lin Wei had it encased in a blue copper shell and then painted black, which greatly enhanced its stability and concealment.
"You're really cautious enough." Kardashian felt something wrap around her and complained, her tone tinged with helplessness.
Lin Wei ignored it and carried the obsidian that Prince Koi had given him with him.
"Caution is the best policy"—this is an eternal truth.
Finally, Lin Wei turned back to look at Celia, whose eyes were already brimming with tears. Her eyes were red and brimming with tears. Lin Wei smiled slightly and said softly, "Celia, I'm leaving."
"My lord, how long will you be gone this time?" Celia asked reluctantly, clutching the hem of her clothes tightly, her eyes filled with reluctance.
"I don't know either. Take care of yourself. I've left you tens of millions in gold vouchers as a reward for your hard work over the years. You're a real millionaire now, so rest well and enjoy life." Lin Wei smiled gently. Celia was like his own sister to him, having worried so much about him over the years that even her hair seemed to have a few more strands of silver.
"I don't want money, but you can hug me as payment." Celia bit her lip, her eyes filled with expectation.
"Uh, okay." Lin Wei scratched his head helplessly.
Lin Wei pulled her into his arms and held her for a while. Celia clung tightly to Lin Wei's waist, as if he would disappear if she let go.
Finally, Celia took the opportunity to stand on tiptoe and kiss Lin Wei on the cheek. Lin Wei was stunned for a moment, then hurriedly ran away, his face showing panic.
He understood Celia's thoughts perfectly well, but Lin Wei only wanted to focus on his cultivation for the time being. He knew that the path to becoming a wizard was difficult and he couldn't let his personal feelings hold him back.
"Take care. I have a letter for the Nightingale Knight. Please give it to her if you have the chance," Lin Wei called back as he ran.
"Goodbye, the best lord in the world!" Celia waved her arms and shouted back, tears welling up in her eyes again.
Not long after, Celia silently ran back to her room, which was warm and tidy. She took out a book on breathing techniques and a bloodline inheritance stone, and hugged them tightly to her chest, as if they were the most precious treasures.
"Hmph, I've left behind a breathing technique. I'm going to live and wait for you to come back." Celia clenched her fists, her eyes resolute.
"Snowbird Breathing Technique, what a nice-sounding name. I'll master it. If I fail, I might as well die." She looked at the breathing technique in her hand, a slight smile playing on her lips.
Celia rubbed her red, teary eyes, took a deep breath, and, looking excited, began to study the breathing technique in her hands.
Finally, Lin Wei personally visited Maple Leaf Castle. Outside the castle, the trees were lush and green, and a gentle breeze rustled the leaves. Prince Maple Leaf happened to be home, and Lin Wei chatted with him, briefly explaining his travel plans.
"Then, I'll leave everything to Your Highness. Thank you for the breathing technique." Lin Wei smiled and accepted the Maple Leaf Breathing Technique and the Bloodline Inheritance Stone with both hands.
"It's nothing. I will take care of everyone, whether it's the Rose Territory or the people in Maple Leaf City. Please rest assured, Master." Prince Maple Leaf nodded, his face showing sincerity. "If there is an opportunity in the future, I hope you will take good care of my Maple Leaf Territory."
Prince Maple Leaf knew he could live for another hundred years or so, but lifespan was ultimately limited, and he lacked the talent to track down wizards. After his death, the territory inherited by his family could not be destroyed.
Therefore, after their previous conversation, the two proposed a deal: to exchange the Maple Leaf Breathing Technique for Lin Wei's future protection.
Of course, that's assuming he survives.