Token

"Your Flesh of Vision inheritance has devoured the power of the mirage!"

"Current awakening level of the Flesh of Vision: 69% + 17%."

"Attempting to break through the 70% peak requires an additional 10% awakening; current additional awakening is 17%."

"From here on, each additional 10% of awakening increases the success rate by 10%. Consuming 65% additional awakening guarantees a breakthrough."

"Please note! The direction of an inheritance's peak breakthrough is closely tied to the Walker's base specializations. Ensure at least one specialization is above 75% before attempting a breakthrough."

"The higher the specialization, the higher the quality of the inherited skill obtained."

Drinking that cup of [Mirage Illusion Tea] granted Chen Jin 21% awakening.

Such a massive gain in awakening was likely related to the legends of the "Flesh of Vision" itself, which often involved illusions.

In some obscure myths, the Flesh of Vision preferred to parasitize the orifices of primates—ears, nasal cavities, and the like—to manifest hallucinations.

Finally! He had finally touched the threshold of the Nine Luminaries!

In Yanfu, the ranks of a Walker are divided into:

Loose Rank, Ten Capitals, Nine Luminaries, Eight Extremes;

Seven Palaces, Six Ministries;

Five Directional Elders, Four Sovereigns, Three Pure Ones.

Nine ranks across four tiers.

The higher one climbs, the greater the autonomy, convenience, and authority one possesses.

An inheritance awakening of 69% was the minimum threshold for the Nine Luminaries.

Amidst his joy, only one thought occupied Chen Jin's mind:

Refill!

As if sensing Chen Jin's thoughts, Cen Qing smiled brightly and said, "The miraculous effects of this tea only work the first time it is consumed."

With that, Cen Qing offered a gentle smile and flicked her jade-like hand. A simple, archaic ebony box appeared on the low table. The box's surface shimmered with faint, flowing cloud patterns; it was clearly no ordinary object.

"A mere token for our first meeting. It is nothing grand, but I hope you will accept it, Young Master." She pushed the box gently toward Chen Jin.

Chen Jin's heart stirred as he opened the lid.

There were no pearls or jewels inside, only a short sword with a dull, dark luster resting quietly. The blade was pitch black and polished to a smooth finish.

He picked up the short sword; it felt cool to the touch.

[Mo Mei]

[Category]: Yanfu Token, Weapon

[Quality]: Unique

[Sharpness]: 0

"A sword that does not attack; Mo Mei has no edge."

Mo Mei is the token of the Mohist School's successive Grand Masters. Wherever this sword appears, all Mohist disciples must obey its commands without question. The blade is as black as ink, without edge or point, flat as a ruler—a sword of virtue that triumphs without needing a blade.

The Mohist School, led by the "Grand Master," formed a disciplined, unified paramilitary organization. Members surrendered their salaries to the collective and could even mobilize forces across borders to intervene in wars. This independence posed a direct threat to imperial power, making them a primary target after Great Qin unified the land. The Mohists maintained their own internal laws, and the Grand Master could execute members according to the "Law of the Mohists," which undermined the legal authority of Great Qin and was intolerable to the empire.

Note 1: Since the schism of the Mohist School and the disappearance of the Grand Master, the school has split into three branches: Qin Mohists, Qi Mohists, and Chu Mohists. Due to the lack of an inheritance ceremony from the previous Grand Master, the Mo Mei sword can currently only command the Qi Mohists.

Note 2: There are two conditions for commanding Mohist disciples: First, one must be human. Second, one must possess Mohist skills. (Your firearm disassembly and assembly techniques have been recognized as Mohist skills.)

Tch...

Chen Jin clicked his tongue.

He had no idea how many people were left in the Qi branch of the Mohists. Since the sword had no edge and was more symbolic than combat-effective, he would accept it for now; at least this would officially trigger the Yanfu event.

[You have obtained a Yanfu Token of the Hundred Schools of Thought—the Mohist School.]

You have officially triggered this Yanfu event!

Event requirements are as follows:

In the past, the First Emperor, while at the shores of the East Sea, caught a glimpse of a mirage—a fairyland of ethereal mountains and swirling clouds, which he called Penglai, Fangzhang, and Yingzhou. Filled with infinite longing, he dispatched the alchemist Xu Fu with thousands of boys and girls, aboard massive ships, carrying craftsmen and grains, to cross the vast sea in search of the elixir of immortality.

Now, Xu Fu has sent word from the sea: in seven days, he will arrive at Langya. He requests that His Majesty the Emperor perform a sacrifice at the Shrine of the Four Seasons Deity—one of the Eight Divine Lords of the Qi region—to receive the immortal elixir.

Prevent Qin Shi Huang from obtaining the elixir of immortality! Failure will result in the deduction of all points from this Yanfu event and the revocation of all purchasing permissions unlocked during it!

Note: Go ahead and cause a scene, Walker.

"Your Highness, the tea has been drunk, the gift accepted, the mirage was magnificent, and the hospitality was impeccable. Now, can we discuss the real business?"

Chen Jin got straight to the point, asking the question that concerned him most. "Now, can you tell me why you tried to assassinate me yesterday? I believe I am a newcomer here and should have no grievances with your side."

Cen Qing nodded slightly, her expression calm. "Young Master, you misunderstand. The one we intended to kill was not you, but the guard you replaced—Fu."

"The reason?" Chen Jin pressed.

A flash of cold, biting hatred crossed Cen Qing's eyes: "That piece of trash once patrolled the coast a few months ago. He colluded with several other soldier-thugs to humiliate and murder a young girl from my clan who had become separated from the group. My people tracked him for a long time before finally pinning him down. How could we not avenge such a blood feud?"

Chen Jin fell silent for a moment, accepting this explanation.

It certainly aligned with the base and despicable character of Heifu that he had come to know.

"I see." He nodded. "So, can we consider the misunderstanding resolved now?"

"Naturally," Cen Qing said. "Since Heifu has been dealt with by you, it can be considered an indirect vengeance for my clan. Now, I have two requests: first, I hope you will release my poor clanswoman, Xi."

Chen Jin rubbed his chin, wearing a troubled expression. "That's a difficult one. To be honest, Princess, my companions and I found her quite unique, and we were just discussing how to use this opportunity to earn some Spirit Coins. If we let her go, wouldn't all our hard work be for nothing?"

Upon hearing this, Cen Qing did not grow angry. She merely raised her hand slightly, and a luster like flowing water surged within her sleeve.

The next instant, with a soft clatter, bolts of Shark Silk—thin as mist and shimmering with a soft, moonlit glow—poured continuously from her sleeve. They piled lightly onto the warm jade table between them, forming a small mound a foot high in the blink of an eye.

These Shark Silks were of extraordinary quality; thin as cicada wings yet exceptionally tough. As the luster flowed across them, it looked as if water droplets were sliding off, yet they remained completely dry, emitting a faint, refreshing scent of the ocean.

[Shark Silk], valuable item, can be exchanged for 9800 Yanfu Points.

"These," Cen Qing's voice was calm and ripple-free, "are the 'accommodation fees' for Xi disturbing your estate last night. She is young and ignorant for offending you; please accept these silks as compensation and do me this favor."

Chen Jin reached out with a grin, his fingertips brushing over the top bolt of Shark Silk. The cool, smooth sensation made him narrow his eyes in satisfaction: "Oh my, Princess, you are too kind! How could I possibly... truly, you are so well-versed in the rules!"