A sudden realization, or rather, gritting his teeth, Ji Jue faced the bloody reality.

The reality was that he was played by Lao Deng all along, not realizing it at all.

Although the generous intergenerational gift was so overwhelming it was hard to digest, and he was flattered, why did his fists inexplicably clench?!

Even though now he knows that his lineage once strutted around the association, almost hugging the most influential and powerful leg of the Ember line, and he could have been the next Grandmaster, with an impressive background, he actually felt zero regret or pity!

All that's left is immense approval and gratitude toward his teacher.

Breaking away was the right choice, teacher!

It was damn right!

If you hadn't broken it, I would have!

Otherwise, wouldn't I have to face the old man's constant pressure every day?

"..."

In the silence, Ji Jue's expression changed, like a spinning wheel.

Confusion, shock, anger, hesitation, numbness, finally all merged into an indescribable chaos, leaving him speechless.

"How do you feel, Ji Jue?"

After enjoying Ji Jue's defensive expression enough, Ye Xian asked curiously.

Ji Jue's face was expressionless. After a long time, he squeezed out a voice through his teeth: "When I get the chance, I'd like to take a month-long vacation."

"For what?"

Ji Jue's eyes were dark and intense: "To apply for a Federation civil service exam."

Thus, Ye Xian couldn't hold back anymore and let out a silent laugh, filled with emotion and mockery.

The same narrowness and rebellion...

Could this be a kind of inheritance too?

The blame lies with the dubious origins.

Silence lingered.

The news brought by the teacher was so shocking and intense that Ji Jue couldn't fully digest it and nearly threw up, taking a long time to come around.

Feeling utterly hopeless.

But at the same time, he finally responded belatedly.

"No, if the... what's its name, used to be you... then, Jian Yuan, the old man..."

"Mm, could be considered a senior uncle, right?" Ye Xian shrugged indifferently: "Anyway, we never met before breaking away, and after breaking away, it's got nothing to do with each other.

If he blocks my path, it would be a life-or-death struggle, nothing unusual about it."

She paused, looking at Ji Jue meaningfully: "What? Regret not latching onto your senior uncle's leg?"

"I am at odds with the old dog!"

Ji Jue stood up in anger, pointing to the sky and swearing, then added, "Both old dogs!"

If the Merciful Bone Knife wasn't by his side, he would have pulled out a knife and cut off the corner of the bench he was sitting on to show his determination.

At this moment, he finally understood why the teacher never discussed their lineage and bloodline inheritance.

It was all simple... This whole sect is a freaking pit!

But, thinking about it, he couldn't help but shiver.

Even more nervous.

He glanced at Ye Xian cautiously, and after making sure she was in a good mood, mustered the courage:

"Teacher, in case I die in the future without knowing how I died, is there anything about our lineage, no, our workshop, that I don't know but must know..."

"..."

Ye Xian pondered for a long time, then nodded in agreement: "Now that you're already a craftsman, capable of handling things alone, there are some things that should be told to you."

"However, I have many enemies, and it's hard to untangle them all at once."

Ye Xian said calmly: "Among the twelve workshops you defeated, eight have dealt with me, but we never really fell out completely. Besides, it's always safer to be cautious with fellow craftsmen."

"..."

Alright, got it, fellow craftsmen hold a mixed reputation of indifference and hatred.

Starting with a collapse, but Ji Jue wasn't born yesterday, he had long been mentally prepared, no big deal.

"You know I'm from the Ye family, but now that the Ye family has declined, there aren't many enemies left. Even if there are, they wouldn't target a collateral branch like me, it has nothing to do with you.

Of course, if you have any ideas about the Ye name in the future, you might need to be prepared."

"Not necessary, not necessary!"

Ji Jue waved his hands crazily. Although he was somewhat tempted by the Xiang Sword Theory, at most he would try to please the teacher, learn more.

Without the teacher's permission, this inheritance could never be passed down.

As for usurping the Ye family's position, replacing Ye with Ji, although theoretically possible, he didn't have such thick skin or a heart that dark.

"There's not much else."

Ye Xian thought for a while, slowly shook her head, Ji Jue just breathed a sigh of relief when he heard her say: "But there's one more thing you need to pay attention to."

"Ah?" Ji Jue was nervous.

"The Ember line's consumption is terrifying, there are constant gaps, no amount of resources is ever enough, you understand that."

Ye Xian reflected on her youthful days: "In the period of breaking away and establishing myself, I was often in dire straits, troubled by reality. To make a living, I joined Nirvana to earn materials and funds.

Did quite a few things with a covered face."

"Ah?!"

Ji Jue literally jumped from his chair, instinctively looking around, scanning his surroundings.

Even after confirming that the Ghost Craftsman workshop's shield was on, he couldn't help but lower his voice.

"Which... which Nirvana?"

"Which Nirvana do you think?"

Ye Xian looked back at him as if looking at an idiot: "Besides that Nirvana, which other one is there?

The one that killed an Empire Duke a few days ago, took down the Federation Forward Party's leader last week, executed the ruler of Central Earth Red State yesterday, and is now being jointly hunted by all the governments and organizations worldwide, that Nirvana."

"..."

Under the blazing midday sun, a chilly wind blew.

Ji Jue shivered.

Tears welled up uncontrollably.

"You don't need to worry, over the years we've long since parted ways. Most of those who knew are dead, and those alive wouldn't go around talking.

Ye Xian scrutinized his terrified look, finding it more amusing: "Those guys love making big news when they stir things up. If you're interested, you could also make some extra cash.

After all, you hold the craftsman's legacy; they might even welcome you warmly.

Want me to introduce you?

Who knows, in a year or two, you might accumulate your initial wealth."

"No, absolutely not!"

Ji Jue shook his head frantically, as if to shake it off.

He considered himself not exactly law-abiding but at least someone who cherishes life and lives the daily grind, why would he ever join a terror organization?

Is he crazy!

But now, looking...

He swallowed dryly.

His lineage, indeed stuffed with elites!

His grandmaster is a Heavenly Furnace, looking almighty but actually an unreliable old man who loves flexing his power.

His master broke away, defeated his peers, and to fund himself, joined the world's largest terror organization... His senior uncle is Jian Yuan, a madman who joined You Sui's offer, went to Zhi Fu, creating new Taiyi Ring...

"Our lineage, truly thriving."

He wiped the cold sweat, feeling utterly desolate, and after reflection, realized:

Oops, he's no goody-two-shoes either...

No wonder the teacher is so calm!

Indeed, consider the Heavenly Furnace and Jian Yuan, dear friends.

Sky Rail?

That's nothing!

"Just didn't expect, the Heavenly Furnace old man is so despicable, morally corrupt, a complete scum disguised as a nobleman! Did he torment you too, teacher?"

Ji Jue cursed indignantly: "I knew it, his words can't be trusted!

From now on, I'll sever ties with him, loyalty is my motto, only you are my sun... Don't believe those rumors outside!

"Really?"

Ye Xian's half-smiling glance: "But there are indeed many rumors outside."

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