Chapter 588: Chapter 164: Harry’s Story_3
Two hours later, they both slowly collected their energy, opening their eyes almost at the same time.
Surprise shone in Harry’s eyes as he asked with a puzzled look, "Young man, how did you train to get to your current level of skill? How is it that in less than a year, you have improved so much more than before?"
Listening to Harry’s words, Ah Dai couldn’t help but recall the fervent hopes that the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang had held for him when he passed on his skills. He sighed lightly and said, "I’m sorry, uncle, this is a secret of our Tian Gang Sword Sect, and I cannot tell you. Perhaps during the competition of the Four Great Sword Saints, you will get your answer."
Harry gave a bitter smile, "I am now almost reluctant to go. Even a grandchild of the Tian Gang Sword Saint is better than me, if I go, wouldn’t I be making a fool of myself? Kid, it seems your blockages are related to your emotions. These days, you must have taken a big blow. Is it because of avenging your uncle? How’s the Assassin’s Guild?"
Ah Dai’s eyes dimmed slightly, he responded, "Not only for the sake of revenge, there are other matters too." He then proceeded to narrate to Harry everything that had happened since he had left the village, detailing how the girl died and how he killed the Governor of Mica Province and his wife along with Tiro. He only omitted the misunderstanding between him and Yue Yue.
Listening to Ah Dai’s account, the Western Swordsman Harry fell silent. Feeling Ah Dai’s deep sadness, he couldn’t help feeling an inexplicable emotion for the simple boy before him. He sighed and said, "Child, I didn’t expect that your experiences were so tumultuous. I’m old, and if I had to face the same experiences, I fear I would have broken down a long time ago. Clearly, your spirit is not far from the edge of collapse. You have to hold on and get through this emotional trough. When that time comes, your future will be limitless. If there is anything you need help with, feel free to ask, I will do my best to assist. Ah! That’s right, you killed the registered disciple of the Northern Sword Saint, that old fellow Goshawk is notorious for being protective, I’m afraid he won’t let you off so easily. You must be careful; his Fire Nightmare Aura is very formidable, a very tyrannical fighting energy, even stronger than fire magic, in the past even Di Si had to put in some effort to deal with him."
Ah Dai snorted coldly, slightly angry, "He can’t even discipline his own disciples, and he still wants to give me trouble? I’m not afraid of him."
Harry smiled faintly, "With your current strength, you indeed can face Goshawk, but it’s still better to be careful, after all, offending a Sword Saint is not a good thing! However, Goshawk’s registered disciple deserved death for maltreating your friend. When I see Goshawk, I will speak up for you, he should give me some respect, combined with Di Si, Goshawk probably won’t be able to do anything to you. By the way, what happened with those dark forces you mentioned last time? Who is winning, the Church or them?"
Ah Dai sighed, "There has been no decisive victory yet, the Church has been trying to find the whereabouts of the dark forces, but until now, they haven’t even found a single clue, they are completely on the defensive."
Harry nodded, "If the dark forces become too rampant, I won’t stand by and do nothing. After all, if humanity is to survive on this continent, the dark forces must be completely eradicated. Ah Dai, are you going to help the Church?"
Ah Dai was taken aback, the mention of the Church automatically reminded him of Xuan Yue. Because of the girl’s death, he had almost forgotten his feelings of guilt towards Xuan Yue for the past two days. Suddenly remembering it now, his body couldn’t help but shudder slightly. He said dejectedly, "The Church has so many masters, they hardly need my help."
Harry said, "That’s not necessarily true. The Church has many masters, but apart from the Pope, none of them are at your level. Child, don’t belittle yourself. When the continent faces danger, you should contribute to humanity. You mustn’t forget your Tian Gang Sword Sect’s commitment to uphold justice. Di Si will definitely lead your sect to help the Church fight against the dark forces."
Listening to Harry’s words, Ah Dai’s mind cleared. That’s right! How could he neglect justice for his personal feelings? If the dark forces completely invade the continent, the catastrophe it would bring would be immense! He wouldn’t want that, his mentor wouldn’t want that, even Harry was willing to give up his peaceful life to do his part for the continent, so how could he, entrusted by his mentor, evade responsibility? Ah Dai nodded firmly and said, "Don’t worry. Once things begin to happen, I’ll never back down."
Harry nodded in satisfaction and said, "Once the continent is peaceful, if we’re still alive, why don’t you come live with me? We could spar daily. Ever since our battle, my hands have been itching for a fight!"
Ah Dai smiled slightly and said, "I’ll be waiting. If you wish, we can spar right now."
Harry shook his head and said, "Now? Let’s not, you haven’t recovered fully yet, I don’t want Di Si saying I’m bullying his disciple. Besides, I’ve recently developed some new techniques that I’m planning to use in the Four Great Sword Saints competition. It’s a secret for now. Well, it’s getting late, let’s head out. My wife will be home soon."
