Chapter 263: To Bare One's Heart
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Anyone saying these words was spoiling for a fight, as long as the opposite party was still a human. Still, the person would have been sophisticated enough to not engage in a fight directly.
After angering the door guards, Yun Yang then returned to his home. What a tough job it was for him to keep up the angry look all along the way.
It was a performance worthy of a prize.
Observing the man beside him, Lao Mei truthfully felt that his young master was arduous indeed.
To what extent should one able to master his own emotions and expressions for him to be able to perform so vividly and authentically?
Of course, a similar compliment had also found its way in the heart of Yun Yang, but with Lao Mei as the subject of his praise. Little did he notice that Lao Mei was such an outstanding performer. Lao Mei had managed to play the role nearly to perfection, the image of a loyal servant who knew all the things about his master. It was the role of a great helper who rendered all his effort as well as a person who served his country and the people. His sound, appearance, rhetorical and entertaining skills were all vividly impeccable, and outstanding indeed!
Yun Yang returned to his residence.
He unexpectedly found out that Wei Xinglu had yet to sleep. He was still sipping tea under the flower tree.
The night breeze was howling gently, the floral smell was almost overwhelming. Wei Xinglu, clad in his wide gown and large sleeves, was sitting in the pavilion, with a posture as if he had kept himself away from the secular worries of the world.
"It is so late, why hasn't eldest senior brother rested yet?" Yun Yang walked over, beaming.
"You're back?" Wei Xinglu stared at Yun Yang, albeit with a complicated gaze.
"Yes, I am back. In fact, there was nothing of import over there ..." Yun Yang smiled gently, "Old He most probably just wanted to test me on what he had taught me recently I guess..."
Wei Xinglu grinned slightly, "It’s great if there’s nothing." He gently let out a sigh of relief, and uttered, "What a sleepless night. Would Young Master Yun be interested in having a long chat with me? In order to kill the boredom?"
Yun Yang chuckled, "I was intending to do so. The chance to learn from eldest senior brother is not one to be squandered."
After seating, seemingly unintentionally, he asked, "I'm not sure if eldest senior brother has a list of tasks to complete by appearing this time? I have quite an extensive network here, I might be able to lend you some aid, or help you to eliminate some unnecessary waste of time."
This child has started to feel the peril and wants us to leave quickly ... yet he does not know how to convey it. The melodic twist spoke of his hard effort.
Wei Xinglu had seen his point, and he knew about everything. Yet it was also because of this, that Wei Xinglu felt a trace of warmth in his heart.
This child is really concerned about us. If not, why act in such a convoluted and tactful manner?
"Our journey to Yutang was long, and we have things to do in fact." In a gentle manner, Wei Xinglu uttered, "However, this matter is not major at all. It can be settled within a day or two. If there’s nothing further to do, we will depart after a few days."
Yun Yang was relieved at first, followed by a bit of worry as he said, "Does that mean that you are going to leave within these few days? Why not stay a few days more, so as to allow me to perform my duties as a host!
This child was still probing. It seemed that Yun Yang was still concerned about them. Yet with such immense wisdom, and words that did not reveal any information, he could be described as intelligent.
"There are other things that need to be dealt with at the School. We have to leave right after the matter here has been settled, probably within these two days, I suppose." Wei Xinglu nonchalantly committed to a date of departure.
"This is a long way to go, eldest senior brother has to take care of yourself!" Yun Yang was seemingly contemplating his words as he said. "This ... ... this martial arts world is full of danger, I would advise that you proceed with caution."
Wei Xinglu giggled in fascination, and said, "That is natural; since when have the disputes in the martial arts world ever stopped? The path of martial people is always filled with constant turbulence and with unceasing waves."
Yun Yang seemed to hesitate a bit and with a pang in his heart he uttered, "Eldest senior brother, I am afraid that there will be an ambush along the way ..."
Wei Xinglu eyes stared at Yun Yang, his glance was filled with warmth. "Rest assured, I will be on my guard. Besides, I have a flying mystical beast, I will be flying back with Gugu as it is. Do not worry."
Yun Yang let out a long sigh of relief, his heart suddenly light, and he said, "That's great, that's great. It’s too great indeed."
Wei Xinglu laughed merrily. His favor towards Yun Yang had grown even stronger. Standing up, he strode two steps forward under the flower tree, and he uttered lightly, "Young Master Yun is young and full of talent, you have the shoulder for great responsibilities and the determination to do great things. I wonder if you have any plans for your future?"
"My future path?" Yun Yang smiled and said light-heartedly, "I really have not thought of my future."
He thought of his own responsibilities. For a time, his heart had delved into a state of emptiness and spiraled into a meaningless void. He could not help but let out a sigh.
However, Wei Xinglu misinterpreted his actions and with a faint smile, he uttered, "Are you a little lost?"
"Yes, I must be." Yun Yang nodded in agreement.
"To become high-ranking official? Rich and prosperous? Invincible? Triumph in the martial arts world? To be above the clouds?" Wei Xinglu suggested a number of possibilities in quick succession and said, "What does Young Master Yun think of these paths?"
Yun Yang took a deep breath, and said, "To me, being a high-ranking official is but a burden. Wealth and prosperity are temporary possessions. As for being invincible, to triumph in the martial arts world or even to be above the clouds... all these are too far beyond reach and too unrealistic."
"Now, I only wish for..." Yun Yang eyesight was firm as he said, "For Yutang to be forever. For the country to be prosperous and its men to be safe. For peace within the four directions and war to cease in the world. For the peace of heart and the presence of justice. To live this lifetime without regrets nor remorse."
These words came from Yun Yang’s heart and was ultimately true and pure from his nature and temperament.
Wei Xinglu was in awe and inspired. He replied, "Young Master Yun is benevolent, thinking about the worldly people. You're a man of ambitious kindness."
Yun Yang smiled bitterly, "What man of ambitious kindness? I do not possess such empathy. It's just that, to live in this world, one should always have something to pursuit, and to shoulder some sort of responsibility."
"As a person, one must be in clear in his conscience to heaven and earth, to his brothers, to his family, to his own self, and to the country."
Yun Yang said, "To first be a wholesome human himself and then only to talk about the others."
Wei Xinglu pondered and said, "Young Master Yun had placed the country last. Is this random, or you did you intentionally do so?"
Yun Yang beamed slightly, "Eldest senior brother may not know about the fact that I, Yun Yang, am a selfish person deep in my bones. I cannot afford to have my families and relatives abandoned, single-mindedly worrying about the nation and people. As the old saying goes, one cultivates his own moral character then unites his family before he rules the country and makes peace in the world. Isn’t it that to cultivate one’s own moral character, and to handle a family was placed before ruling the country and to keep the world at peace?"
"I know exactly what kind of person I am."
"So I have my own goal, working at it at my own pace. Although I have my doubts and question myself sometimes, the road ahead will remain clear." Yun Yang said softly.
Wei Xinglu kept silent for a long time after hearing the words, and said, "Does Young Master Yun have any specific plans for your own partner?"
Yun Yang kept silent for a long time before replying, "Eldest senior brother, can we not talk about this problem?"
Wei Xinglu chuckled, "Very well, we won’t talk about it then."
He sat down and said, "Our School of Spring and Autumn is one of the top ten ancient sects in the Tianxuan Continent. The spreading of its teachings has been in existence in this world for thousands of years. Any one of the brothers from my generation is a preeminent person.However, we are far from being the pillars of our school. Because on top of us there are masters, senior uncles, senior granduncles ... until it reaches the grandmaster... "
"All my junior sisters are also stunningly beautiful… each of their identities is impressive enough. Just like my junior sister, Gugu ..."
Wei Xinglu gave Yun Yang a meaningful glance and said, "Gugu’s family background is the most outstanding among the other junior sisters. The status of our school in the world of cultivation can be described as transcending. Even those who are from more ordinary backgrounds aren't to be simply coveted by the gifted disciples of the other top sects. Hence in order for one to pursue any of them, the obstacles and resistance ahead will be great... "
"There is no doubt that in this world, fate and cause are of importance ... yet nothing is absolutely fair. What’s more, there is no guarantee that you will be rewarded for what you have worked for."
Wei Xinglu was clearly contemplating his use of words. He paused for a second and gradually uttered, "I think Young Master Yun had been preparing for this."
Yun Yang kept silent for a moment, and said, "The paths are rugged in this worldly realm. I will do my best, and strive to move forward. Even if in the end they are all futile, it shall be so. As for what eldest senior brother has said, you won’t necessarily be rewarded for what you have worked for."
With a wry smile, Yun Yang said, "However, for one who does not work, it is certain that there will not be any gain."
Wei Xinglu broke out in laughter, "Yes, no matter whether it is gain or loss, it is necessary to maintain the pure intentions of the heart, and also to maintain an open heart. These two kinds of hearts should not be lost."
Yun Yang faintly said, "As long as one has gained it before, even if it is destined to lose it, it will also be a lifetime’s happiness. As the saying goes, a moment of eternity. Well, such is the case."
While talking about this, the eight brother's faces flashed before Yun Yang’s eyes.
Yes, we were all brothers and we have shared some time together. Those moments of time, it will remain embedded in my memory and will never fade nor be obliterated!
It will exist forever, and I’ll have it with me forever!
The time spent with the eight brothers before this is the greatest happiness of my life.
Yun Yang eyes overflowed with true emotions, from his own nature and temperament, and had Wei Xinglu greatly moved.
Apparently, the eldest senior brother had got it all wrong.
However, this eldest senior brother had never understood Yun Yang correctly, a habitual mistake.
"There is nothing that you can’t do for secular matters. It all depends on what heights you can reach now, and in the future," uttered Wei Xinglu, vaguely trying to encourage Yun Yang.
Yun Yang nodded. After experiencing so many changes, Yun Yang indeed had personal feelings towards the words said by Wei Xinglu.He was deeply moved.
They spoke through the night. From national events to love affairs, and from the world hegemony to the dominion of the martial arts world, then to aristocratic schools and sects.
From the current sects that dominated the martial arts world, to the hidden schools. They talked about the legendary schools and about the world heroes ...
The more they discoursed, the more regret they felt for meeting each other so late.
Looking into Yun Yang's eyes, Wei Xinglu was getting more and more satisfied with him and with his admiration grew.
This youth was, smart, witty, loyal, magnanimous, high-spirited, reliable, responsible, aspiring, and insightful...
He is indeed a rare intellect, a genius among geniuses, enough to be the leader of the crowd and to bear the name to superciliously overlook and to stand above the others at the same time.
They talked into the third fragment of the night before the both of them started to feel a tinge of sleepiness.
Yun Yang had embarrassingly asked, "Do I dare to ask eldest senior brother, about this journey of martial arts ... what other kinds of realms or levels are there above the Tenth Perfection?"
This was the biggest doubt in Yun Yang's heart.
Before this, the brothers did not know the answer to this, and even though he had finally met Ling Xiaozui, he did not even have time to ask. Now that eldest senior brother was from a reputed school, and bearing in mind the fact that he had a great impression of himself, why not take the opportunity to ask?
This was the only way to dispel the clouds of mystery in his heart.