Chapter 1082: One Sword for Dual Use

Chapter 1082: One Sword for Dual Use

“Nothing’s wrong? Hm. I hope that’s true.”

Qin Shili observed closely. Lin Nuo looked worn out; his pace was sluggish, and she worried that there might come a moment when he would just collapse.

But until that moment, she couldn’t help him. His pride was too great; he wouldn’t let her support him like an old man.

“The structure here is still solid, it hasn’t collapsed yet. Liang Zhao really did send a substitute. Otherwise, you all would have been buried.”

Lin Nuo approached Qin Shili and the others, noticing that Qin Zhu was sweating profusely, seemingly under immense pressure.

“Sir Qin, what’s going on?”

“Nothing much. Just trying to do my humble part to hold this place up. Sigh, you might think I’m overestimating myself,” Qin Zhu sighed.

“No, Sir Qin is as strong as ever.”

Lin Nuo had considerable respect for Qin Zhu; among the elder generation, he was straightforward, efficient, and didn’t engage in much flattery.

He despised flattery, especially from rich kids who constantly buttered people up with empty words and never got to the point.

Lin Nuo could see that Qin Zhu wanted to protect his daughter.

They spoke little, both wore indifferent expressions, exchanging few words, which meant their relationship wasn’t particularly close.

But that didn’t mean they didn’t care for each other; often, their love was shown through actions.

Qin Zhu was stubbornly trying to protect Qin Shili.

Lin Nuo felt a twinge of envy.

His own old man was useless, treating him like he wasn’t even his own flesh and blood.

But that was fine, if he hadn’t been such a jerk, he would probably be just another lazy NPC, not even a villain.

A growing villain always has some dreadful experiences behind him.

And typically, so does the protagonist.

But Su Kexin had it easy; she was sailing through life without a hitch.

Who knows what Su Kexin is up to now?

Has she become a Great Master already?

If so, then there’d be no need for a fight; she could just find a place to seclude herself, living off her glory until she dies.

Not too shabby, really.

Cough, what am I even thinking?

Qin Zhu felt a bit embarrassed:

“You’re exaggerating. I’m just capable of lending a hand; the term ‘strong’ applies more to you.”

“Strong, huh? How does Sir Qin define strong? By how many people you’ve killed, or how much land you’ve taken, or how many people bow to you?”

“There isn’t a strict definition. If you can defeat the troops outside, I can call you strong—at least I can’t do that.”

“Alright, I shouldn’t be asking such pointless questions. There’s no meaning in getting tied up in it.”

Lin Nuo smiled. His definition of power was simple: as long as Su Kexin couldn’t threaten him anymore.

That would mean he was truly unrivaled.

But once one reaches that point, what then?

He had pondered this before and recalled Su Kexin from his previous life, who was lost and aimless; in simple terms, being invincible was lonely.

Yes, at least now that Su Kexin was active, he had a goal; he knew what kind of person he wanted to become.

Sigh, why am I even thinking about this? It’s as if I could be unrivaled myself.

“If you can manage, then leave this place,” Lin Nuo said.

“Mm, let’s go. I need to reunite with my wife. I wonder how they are doing now. Shili, are you coming with Lin Nuo?”

“No, Father, I’ll go with you.”

“Mm? I can handle things at home; you don’t need to worry. You can definitely go with Lin Nuo; after all, you two have already made promises to each other,” Qin Zhu said.

“Lin Nuo has things to do, and I can’t be of help. If he wishes, he will naturally come to us.”

Qin Shili spoke; ultimately, it was Lin Nuo who chose Ruo’er’s side, and she felt out of place wanting to intermingle with that crowd, her status being lowly.

She had done all she could; if Lin Nuo truly cherished her, he would seek her out again. Being overly humble would only make him feel she wasn’t worth cherishing.

Mainly, every time she saw him caring more about Ruo’er, it made her feel particularly distressed.

“Are you really not planning to come with me?” Lin Nuo asked.

“No,” Qin Shili rejected.

“Alright, I respect your thoughts.”

Lin Nuo nodded, not pushing further.

“Then let me escort you to your destination.”

“Mm, good. If you wish to come, you’re always welcome,” Qin Shili replied.

“I can easily reach there. Though the world is vast, with my sword at my feet, it’s as if it’s right within reach.”

“That sounds quite heroic.”

“Don’t call me a hero; I don’t want to hear that word.”

Lin Nuo quickly interrupted Qin Shili, thinking what was this? Why was she putting the title of hero on him?

Still, he found himself talking in such a way.

What a tiring situation.

“Let’s go.”

Lin Nuo turned and walked toward the exit, while Qin Shili and Qin Zhu exchanged glances, then followed Lin Nuo outside.

After more than ten years, the Ice Dragon ventured out again. It breathed in the fresh air, recollecting that mountains and rivers are wide, and the world is boundless, far beyond the confines of its previous space.

Suddenly, it felt fortunate to encounter Lin Nuo because now it could be with Qin Zhu and the others, no longer the lonely guardian of that territory.

“Flying with a sword gets you there quickly; can you still fly with a sword?” Lin Nuo asked Qin Shili.

Qin Shili nodded, “I can, but just between you and me, I can’t take everyone to the destination all at once.”

“That’s not a problem. I can use one sword for two purposes.”

Lin Nuo said, and upon hearing this, Qin Shili was surprised.

“One sword for two purposes?”

“Just one sword; it can split into another sword, and then we can fly together—it’s that simple.”

“Are you mixing multiple sword intents with sword flight? Lin Nuo, sword flight demands intense focus, especially when carrying people; otherwise, it can be dangerous. Of course, I’m not questioning you, just reminding you. Do you have any experience?”

“Naturally, I have,” Lin Nuo replied, silently boasting.

Using one sword for dual purposes in sword flight? He’d never tried it.

But he felt he could pull it off; after all, his abilities and comprehension were there. Why shouldn’t it work?

Who knows, he might even be able to use one sword multiple times, splitting into several swords and escorting a whole village.

“Lin Nuo, let’s walk first or find a vehicle. Given your current state…”

“Do you doubt me?”

“Not at all. I’m just concerned. You can proceed, as you wish; we’ll go.”

With that, Qin Shili summoned the Ice Sword, which soared at her feet.

Lin Nuo executed the multiple sword intents maneuver, splitting one sword into two, which quickly flew alongside him.

However, it seemed he was overestimating himself; handling two swords simultaneously was beyond his current state.

As the world before him blurred, he leaned forward, about to topple.

“Lin Nuo.”

Qin Shili hurriedly caught him, his head resting against her warm chest.

“You should really rest a bit; sometimes, it’s okay to rely on me, alright? Don’t always carry everything alone.”

Qin Shili stroked Lin Nuo’s hair, her voice becoming gentle.