Chapter 171
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Chapter 171
The Order of Ninety-Nine Stars was aware that times of change were coming. Trying to resist change only ever resulted in those who refused to be flexible, shattering under the force of the world. While ultimately they would prefer to avoid conflicts with other sects, that was only possible if they were willing to capitulate to their demands. And even then conflicts would arise, even if they were mere puppets. Of course, as cultivators they wouldnt accept that.
Having individuals who would catalyze changing times within a sect was both a blessing and a curse. Some would prefer to just endure through hard times, and those who precipitated changes were not helpful for that. Though personally Elder Kseniya was all in favor of those that actually did things.
She continued to fire Spirit Arrows even as she accelerated her boat. Did that old fart Lakatos really think a tower was going to stand in the way of her arrows? Because he was right. But she didnt need to let him know that. Her current shots were cleverly disguised as lethal, but not particularly dangerous- or draining. Once she was closer the tower wouldnt be a problem, but after the first few kilometers precise control really went downhill sharply.
She wasnt the only one approaching. Everyone had taken notice, though some sects werent interested in showing up merely to spectate. The Frostmirror Sect, for example, wouldnt involve themselves if things didnt involve their own disciples. It wasnt as if they had an alliance with either side, so there was no need for them to get involved.
It seemed she managed to convince the members of the Heavenly Lion Sect that she would be able to lock onto them from where she was, as none approached while she was getting to the island. She certainly had no intention to inform them that if someone below Life Transformation had attacked- with a smaller energy signature- she couldnt so easily have targeted them. Then again, they would be less able to avoid her attacks.
Either way, she arrived without anyone she cared about dying. Though it looked like it was damn close. Antons heart was barely functioning as one. As for some other dying people now that she was close she was able to look them over. An interesting collection of foes.
Elder Lakatos, Kseniya said as she leaped onto the island. You will come out and explain why you thought it was allowed to attack my disciple. When he didnt immediately move, she shot five arrows- one circling around the tower towards him, and four others that stopped immediately in front of the disciples of the Heavenly Lion Sect. He moved out, though mostly to avoid the shot circling the tower.
Your disciple broke the truce-
The arrows stabbed into the disciples, though only as deep as a knuckle. Elder Kseniya drew another arrow and aimed directly at the mans disciple, who used the same punching daggers as weapons. Without lying.
You dare accuse me of lying? He glowered at her, taking a stance. I may have little choice but to hide when you arent on the island, but with you here
Elder Kseniya, spoke one of those surrounding Anton. Catarina, his great-granddaughter, if she recalled correctly. I can give you the accurate information. It didnt take long- it seemed their group had much practice going over the details lately.
Thank you. Now that weve heard that, Elder Lakatos of the Heavenly Lion Sect. Do you deny that your sect has been working directly with slaving criminals that your own Sect expelled?
Of course I deny it, he said. Its nonsense! He stepped forward, flaring his energy.
Wrong answer. Elder Kseniya released her arrow, sending it straight into the heart of his disciple. She had considered stopping it at the same level of wound Anton had received, but that was not a mercy on the mans part. Hed fully intended to kill. Elder Lakatos tried to reach his disciple, but only got halfway there before the arrow was all the way out of his back. I personally witnessed your fraternization at the latest of Everhearts Tombs. You should have thought before you spoke.
Of course, Elder Lakatos didnt just stand around doing nothing. But as she spoke a constant hail of arrows keeping him on his toes prevented him from reaching her- or any of the weaker disciples.
You would really be better served by helping that boy out. Its just a hole in his heart. I didnt even completely annihilate it or turn his brain into a sieve. Take him and leave. That includes every member of the Heavenly Lion Sect.
You wish to make us give up on this tower? he frowned. Fine. Hand over Zvonko and we shall consider it done.
It seems you misinterpreted what I meant. My apologies. Elder Kseniya waved her hand at him. You can come witness his execution if you wish, but he will not be leaving with you. And the entire Heavenly Lion Sect will be leaving the Secret Realm, not just this island.
You have no right to do that, he said- bolstered somewhat by the members of his sect and allies around him. Nor can you take captive one of our disciples.
You, Kseniya waved her hand, Law woman. Come forward.
Hey uh, Chikere spoke up next to Anton, Wanna see how I stitch blade wounds with energy?
One of the elders from the Order scurried over as she was talking. Why are you just standing there with an open wound and not saying anything? The woman took out a box full of different needles, straight and curved. I didnt even realize you were injured.
Anton shrugged, Fuzzy head.
She sighed. Thats good, actually. Now, this might hurt a little bit. Shouldnt wait for anesthetic.
If asked later whether having his heart stitched up was painful, Anton would have said yes. But in comparison to having a bone set, it wasnt really that bad. Her energy from the Ninety-Nine Stars synchronized well with his own, not disturbing him as she floated needles inside his chest to stitch him up. Her work was quick and accurate, so he could hardly say it was one of the most painful things he experienced. And it was just physical pain.
There you go. Anton, right?
He nodded. Sorry, I dont believe weve talked. Your name?
You may call me Elder Peric. Though it seems you dont come to the medical ward ever.
I was there after The Hunt, he said.
Really? I dont remember you. Then she frowned, Wait, you were in Body Tempering, werent you.
Sixth star or so, he nodded.
But now youre at the eighteenth. Yes, I see. I thought perhaps there was just someone with the same name.
There might be others, Hoyt spoke up. But if its an Anton youve been hearing about around the Order, its him.
Ah. Hoyt, she inclined her head. Id heard you were in the same team. She looked around- people had dispersed significantly, but most of the elders of the Order were still standing around defensively. Missed you in the crowd. She looked at the others standing nearby, specifically Catarina and Devon. Two members of your family, as well.
And another, Catarina said, but shes still a bit young.
Yes. She looked at the three chained cultivators next to them. I heard about what happened. Not in great detail but hes the one responsible? she gestured to Van Hassel.
Anton nodded, Directly, its him. But based on other information its more than just that. It should have been done with the blessing of the Heavenly Lion Sect.
Sounds like them. Its just usually hard to pin anything down on that sort. Good on ya. How are you feeling, by the way?
Anton looked down. Hed almost forgotten the wound already. Though he was still missing some blood. Thank you.
Good thing to thank me now. Itll ache like hell later.
And it did. Almost as bad as his joints had in winter.
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Chapter 171
The Order of Ninety-Nine Stars was aware that times of change were coming. Trying to resist change only ever resulted in those who refused to be flexible, shattering under the force of the world. While ultimately they would prefer to avoid conflicts with other sects, that was only possible if they were willing to capitulate to their demands. And even then conflicts would arise, even if they were mere puppets. Of course, as cultivators they wouldnt accept that.
Having individuals who would catalyze changing times within a sect was both a blessing and a curse. Some would prefer to just endure through hard times, and those who precipitated changes were not helpful for that. Though personally Elder Kseniya was all in favor of those that actually did things.
She continued to fire Spirit Arrows even as she accelerated her boat. Did that old fart Lakatos really think a tower was going to stand in the way of her arrows? Because he was right. But she didnt need to let him know that. Her current shots were cleverly disguised as lethal, but not particularly dangerous- or draining. Once she was closer the tower wouldnt be a problem, but after the first few kilometers precise control really went downhill sharply.
She wasnt the only one approaching. Everyone had taken notice, though some sects werent interested in showing up merely to spectate. The Frostmirror Sect, for example, wouldnt involve themselves if things didnt involve their own disciples. It wasnt as if they had an alliance with either side, so there was no need for them to get involved.
It seemed she managed to convince the members of the Heavenly Lion Sect that she would be able to lock onto them from where she was, as none approached while she was getting to the island. She certainly had no intention to inform them that if someone below Life Transformation had attacked- with a smaller energy signature- she couldnt so easily have targeted them. Then again, they would be less able to avoid her attacks.
Either way, she arrived without anyone she cared about dying. Though it looked like it was damn close. Antons heart was barely functioning as one. As for some other dying people now that she was close she was able to look them over. An interesting collection of foes.
Elder Lakatos, Kseniya said as she leaped onto the island. You will come out and explain why you thought it was allowed to attack my disciple. When he didnt immediately move, she shot five arrows- one circling around the tower towards him, and four others that stopped immediately in front of the disciples of the Heavenly Lion Sect. He moved out, though mostly to avoid the shot circling the tower.
Your disciple broke the truce-
The arrows stabbed into the disciples, though only as deep as a knuckle. Elder Kseniya drew another arrow and aimed directly at the mans disciple, who used the same punching daggers as weapons. Without lying.
You dare accuse me of lying? He glowered at her, taking a stance. I may have little choice but to hide when you arent on the island, but with you here
Elder Kseniya, spoke one of those surrounding Anton. Catarina, his great-granddaughter, if she recalled correctly. I can give you the accurate information. It didnt take long- it seemed their group had much practice going over the details lately.
Thank you. Now that weve heard that, Elder Lakatos of the Heavenly Lion Sect. Do you deny that your sect has been working directly with slaving criminals that your own Sect expelled?
Of course I deny it, he said. Its nonsense! He stepped forward, flaring his energy.
Wrong answer. Elder Kseniya released her arrow, sending it straight into the heart of his disciple. She had considered stopping it at the same level of wound Anton had received, but that was not a mercy on the mans part. Hed fully intended to kill. Elder Lakatos tried to reach his disciple, but only got halfway there before the arrow was all the way out of his back. I personally witnessed your fraternization at the latest of Everhearts Tombs. You should have thought before you spoke.
Of course, Elder Lakatos didnt just stand around doing nothing. But as she spoke a constant hail of arrows keeping him on his toes prevented him from reaching her- or any of the weaker disciples.
You would really be better served by helping that boy out. Its just a hole in his heart. I didnt even completely annihilate it or turn his brain into a sieve. Take him and leave. That includes every member of the Heavenly Lion Sect.
You wish to make us give up on this tower? he frowned. Fine. Hand over Zvonko and we shall consider it done.
It seems you misinterpreted what I meant. My apologies. Elder Kseniya waved her hand at him. You can come witness his execution if you wish, but he will not be leaving with you. And the entire Heavenly Lion Sect will be leaving the Secret Realm, not just this island.
You have no right to do that, he said- bolstered somewhat by the members of his sect and allies around him. Nor can you take captive one of our disciples.
You, Kseniya waved her hand, Law woman. Come forward.
Hey uh, Chikere spoke up next to Anton, Wanna see how I stitch blade wounds with energy?
One of the elders from the Order scurried over as she was talking. Why are you just standing there with an open wound and not saying anything? The woman took out a box full of different needles, straight and curved. I didnt even realize you were injured.
Anton shrugged, Fuzzy head.
She sighed. Thats good, actually. Now, this might hurt a little bit. Shouldnt wait for anesthetic.
If asked later whether having his heart stitched up was painful, Anton would have said yes. But in comparison to having a bone set, it wasnt really that bad. Her energy from the Ninety-Nine Stars synchronized well with his own, not disturbing him as she floated needles inside his chest to stitch him up. Her work was quick and accurate, so he could hardly say it was one of the most painful things he experienced. And it was just physical pain.
There you go. Anton, right?
He nodded. Sorry, I dont believe weve talked. Your name?
You may call me Elder Peric. Though it seems you dont come to the medical ward ever.
I was there after The Hunt, he said.
Really? I dont remember you. Then she frowned, Wait, you were in Body Tempering, werent you.
Sixth star or so, he nodded.
But now youre at the eighteenth. Yes, I see. I thought perhaps there was just someone with the same name.
There might be others, Hoyt spoke up. But if its an Anton youve been hearing about around the Order, its him.
Ah. Hoyt, she inclined her head. Id heard you were in the same team. She looked around- people had dispersed significantly, but most of the elders of the Order were still standing around defensively. Missed you in the crowd. She looked at the others standing nearby, specifically Catarina and Devon. Two members of your family, as well.
And another, Catarina said, but shes still a bit young.
Yes. She looked at the three chained cultivators next to them. I heard about what happened. Not in great detail but hes the one responsible? she gestured to Van Hassel.
Anton nodded, Directly, its him. But based on other information its more than just that. It should have been done with the blessing of the Heavenly Lion Sect.
Sounds like them. Its just usually hard to pin anything down on that sort. Good on ya. How are you feeling, by the way?
Anton looked down. Hed almost forgotten the wound already. Though he was still missing some blood. Thank you.
Good thing to thank me now. Itll ache like hell later.
And it did. Almost as bad as his joints had in winter.
Chapter 171The Order of Ninety-Nine Stars was aware that times of change were coming. Trying to resist change only ever resulted in those who refused to be flexible, shattering under the force of the world. While ultimately they would prefer to avoid conflicts with other sects, that was only possible if they were willing to capitulate to their demands. And even then conflicts would arise, even if they were mere puppets. Of course, as cultivators they wouldnt accept that.Having individuals who would catalyze changing times within a sect was both a blessing and a curse. Some would prefer to just endure through hard times, and those who precipitated changes were not helpful for that. Though personally Elder Kseniya was all in favor of those that actually did things.She continued to fire Spirit Arrows even as she accelerated her boat. Did that old fart Lakatos really think a tower was going to stand in the way of her arrows? Because he was right. But she didnt need to let him know that. Her current shots were cleverly disguised as lethal, but not particularly dangerous- or draining. Once she was closer the tower wouldnt be a problem, but after the first few kilometers precise control really went downhill sharply. She wasnt the only one approaching. Everyone had taken notice, though some sects werent interested in showing up merely to spectate. The Frostmirror Sect, for example, wouldnt involve themselves if things didnt involve their own disciples. It wasnt as if they had an alliance with either side, so there was no need for them to get involved.It seemed she managed to convince the members of the Heavenly Lion Sect that she would be able to lock onto them from where she was, as none approached while she was getting to the island. She certainly had no intention to inform them that if someone below Life Transformation had attacked- with a smaller energy signature- she couldnt so easily have targeted them. Then again, they would be less able to avoid her attacks.Either way, she arrived without anyone she cared about dying. Though it looked like it was damn close. Antons heart was barely functioning as one. As for some other dying people now that she was close she was able to look them over. An interesting collection of foes.Elder Lakatos, Kseniya said as she leaped onto the island. You will come out and explain why you thought it was allowed to attack my disciple. When he didnt immediately move, she shot five arrows- one circling around the tower towards him, and four others that stopped immediately in front of the disciples of the Heavenly Lion Sect. He moved out, though mostly to avoid the shot circling the tower.Your disciple broke the truce- The arrows stabbed into the disciples, though only as deep as a knuckle. Elder Kseniya drew another arrow and aimed directly at the mans disciple, who used the same punching daggers as weapons. Without lying.You dare accuse me of lying? He glowered at her, taking a stance. I may have little choice but to hide when you arent on the island, but with you hereElder Kseniya, spoke one of those surrounding Anton. Catarina, his great-granddaughter, if she recalled correctly. I can give you the accurate information. It didnt take long- it seemed their group had much practice going over the details lately.Thank you. Now that weve heard that, Elder Lakatos of the Heavenly Lion Sect. Do you deny that your sect has been working directly with slaving criminals that your own Sect expelled?Of course I deny it, he said. Its nonsense! He stepped forward, flaring his energy.Wrong answer. Elder Kseniya released her arrow, sending it straight into the heart of his disciple. She had considered stopping it at the same level of wound Anton had received, but that was not a mercy on the mans part. Hed fully intended to kill. Elder Lakatos tried to reach his disciple, but only got halfway there before the arrow was all the way out of his back. I personally witnessed your fraternization at the latest of Everhearts Tombs. You should have thought before you spoke.Of course, Elder Lakatos didnt just stand around doing nothing. But as she spoke a constant hail of arrows keeping him on his toes prevented him from reaching her- or any of the weaker disciples. You would really be better served by helping that boy out. Its just a hole in his heart. I didnt even completely annihilate it or turn his brain into a sieve. Take him and leave. That includes every member of the Heavenly Lion Sect.You wish to make us give up on this tower? he frowned. Fine. Hand over Zvonko and we shall consider it done.It seems you misinterpreted what I meant. My apologies. Elder Kseniya waved her hand at him. You can come witness his execution if you wish, but he will not be leaving with you. And the entire Heavenly Lion Sect will be leaving the Secret Realm, not just this island.You have no right to do that, he said- bolstered somewhat by the members of his sect and allies around him. Nor can you take captive one of our disciples.You, Kseniya waved her hand, Law woman. Come forward.Hey uh, Chikere spoke up next to Anton, Wanna see how I stitch blade wounds with energy? One of the elders from the Order scurried over as she was talking. Why are you just standing there with an open wound and not saying anything? The woman took out a box full of different needles, straight and curved. I didnt even realize you were injured.Anton shrugged, Fuzzy head.She sighed. Thats good, actually. Now, this might hurt a little bit. Shouldnt wait for anesthetic.If asked later whether having his heart stitched up was painful, Anton would have said yes. But in comparison to having a bone set, it wasnt really that bad. Her energy from the Ninety-Nine Stars synchronized well with his own, not disturbing him as she floated needles inside his chest to stitch him up. Her work was quick and accurate, so he could hardly say it was one of the most painful things he experienced. And it was just physical pain.There you go. Anton, right?He nodded. Sorry, I dont believe weve talked. Your name?You may call me Elder Peric. Though it seems you dont come to the medical ward ever.I was there after The Hunt, he said.Really? I dont remember you. Then she frowned, Wait, you were in Body Tempering, werent you.Sixth star or so, he nodded.But now youre at the eighteenth. Yes, I see. I thought perhaps there was just someone with the same name.There might be others, Hoyt spoke up. But if its an Anton youve been hearing about around the Order, its him.Ah. Hoyt, she inclined her head. Id heard you were in the same team. She looked around- people had dispersed significantly, but most of the elders of the Order were still standing around defensively. Missed you in the crowd. She looked at the others standing nearby, specifically Catarina and Devon. Two members of your family, as well.And another, Catarina said, but shes still a bit young.Yes. She looked at the three chained cultivators next to them. I heard about what happened. Not in great detail but hes the one responsible? she gestured to Van Hassel.Anton nodded, Directly, its him. But based on other information its more than just that. It should have been done with the blessing of the Heavenly Lion Sect.Sounds like them. Its just usually hard to pin anything down on that sort. Good on ya. How are you feeling, by the way?Anton looked down. Hed almost forgotten the wound already. Though he was still missing some blood. Thank you.Good thing to thank me now. Itll ache like hell later.And it did. Almost as bad as his joints had in winter.
