People in Qin Dynasty: Opening the treasure chest, I took off!

Chapter 45 Purple Maiden's Night Talk

"You could have just killed them, but you chose to subdue them," Zi Nu said. "You're much more ruthless than I thought."

"It's not that I'm heartless," Xia Bing said, "it's that I know how to use things."

"Killing them is easy, but subduing them is far more valuable."

"These people can be put to use when we're short-handed."

Zi Nu nodded.

"You have a point."

"Of course," Xia Bing laughed. "I'm not stupid."

……

(The night in Xinzheng City is exceptionally quiet.)

(Some things, once they're dealt with, are fine.)

A few more days passed.

Xia Bing decided to teach everyone more advanced martial arts.

That morning.

Everyone gathered in the courtyard.

"I called you here because I have something to say," Xia Bing said.

"What is it?" Jingni asked.

"I'll teach you swordsmanship," Xia Bing said. "I've recently come up with a new swordsmanship technique that I'd like to teach you."

"A new sword technique?" The Snow Woman's eyes lit up. "What sword technique?"

"It's called 'The Soaring Swan Sword,'" Xia Bing said. "I created it myself."

"Created by yourself?" Yan Lingji was somewhat surprised. "You can create your own sword technique?"

"Of course," Xia Bing laughed. "I'm not just good at fighting."

"Okay, okay, teach me, teach me." Yan Lingji leaned closer.

"Don't rush," Xia Bing waved her hand, "This sword technique is divided into several parts."

"Jing Ni, learn the 'Jing Ni' chapter."

"Yuki-onna, learn the 'Flying Snow' chapter."

"Li Wu, you will learn the 'Shadow' chapter."

"Yan Lingji..." He paused, "Your fire-based techniques are unique; this sword technique isn't suitable for you."

"Then what should I study?" Yan Lingji asked, somewhat disappointed.

"I'll teach you another technique," Xia Bing said, "called 'Blazing Palm.'"

"Really?" Yan Lingji's eyes lit up.

"Really." Xia Bing nodded. "With your fire-elemental talent, it would be a shame not to learn some palm techniques."

"Okay, okay, I'll learn." Yan Lingji jumped up happily.

"Let's start with Jing Ni." Xia Bing looked at Jing Ni. "Come on, I'll teach you."

……

The next few hours.

Xia Bing taught him sword techniques one by one.

Jing Ni learned the fastest. She already had a foundation in swordsmanship, and with her amazing talent, she quickly mastered the key points of the "Jing Ni" chapter.

"Not bad." Xia Bing nodded. "Your progress is faster than I expected."

"It's all thanks to your excellent teaching." Jing Ni sheathed her sword.

"You should also work hard," Xia Bing said with a smile. "Keep practicing."

"good."

The Snow Woman is also making good progress. Her lightness skill is already impressive, and the "Flying Snow" chapter emphasizes lightness and elegance, which perfectly matches her style.

"Your talent is truly remarkable," Xia Bing exclaimed. "With a few more years of training, you might surpass me."

"How could that be?" The Snow Woman shook her head. "Your martial arts are so high, how could I possibly surpass you?"

"Nothing is absolute," Xia Bing smiled. "Maybe one day you'll surpass me."

"impossible."

"Then let's wait and see."

Li Wu learned the "Shadow" style of swordsmanship, which emphasizes unpredictability and sharpness, making it most suitable for someone like her who comes from an assassin background.

"Your murderous aura is too strong," Xia Bing said. "Tone it down."

"I'm used to it," Li Wu said softly. "I'm an assassin by trade, I can't change."

"Take your time," Xia Bing said. "Swordsmanship is just a means; mindset is the foundation."

"From now on, you're not just an assassin, you're my woman."

"You need to change your mindset."

Li Wu looked at him with a complicated expression.

"I...will try my best."

Yan Lingji learned the "Blazing Palm" technique.

This palm technique, when combined with his fire-based martial arts, is extremely powerful.

"Not bad." Xia Bing watched her demonstrate once. "Your fire-type talent is even higher than I imagined."

"This palm technique is most suitable for you."

"Really?" Yan Lingji asked smugly.

"Really." Xia Bing nodded. "Practice hard, and you'll become a top-tier expert."

"Of course." Yan Lingji raised her chin. "I, Yan Lingji, am a genius."

"Even geniuses need to work hard," Xia Bing said with a smile. "Don't just get carried away with your pride."

"Okay."

……

After teaching the sword technique.

It was already afternoon.

Xia Bing sat down to rest on the veranda when Jing Ni brought her a cup of tea.

"Drink some water."

"Thank you." Xia Bing took the teacup. "I'm exhausted."

"Who told you to teach so many people all at once?" Jingni scolded. "Can't you take it easy?"

"I just wanted to teach you as quickly as possible," Xia Bing said, taking a sip of tea. "Time waits for no one."

"Time waits for no one?" Jing Ni frowned. "What do you mean?"

"It's nothing," Xia Bing shook her head, "I just feel... there might be a lot of things to do in the future."

"What is it?"

"I don't know." Xia Bing looked into the distance, "but I have a feeling... it won't be too peaceful."

Jing Ni fell silent.

She knew Xia Bing was telling the truth.

This world has never been peaceful.

"No matter what," Jingni said, holding his hand, "we'll always be with you."

"Mm." Xia Bing smiled. "I know."

……

night.

The family sat together for a meal.

"How was your swordsmanship lesson today?" Xia Yufang asked.

"Not bad," Jing Ni said. "Xia Bing taught very well."

"Of course," Xia Bing laughed. "I'm a master craftsman."

"You're just bragging." The Snow Woman rolled her eyes at him.

"I'm telling the truth," Xia Bing said seriously.

"Can't you say something else?"

"Yes." Xia Bing looked at her. "I like you."

The snow woman's face flushed red.

"Why...why are you suddenly saying this..."

"Just telling the truth."

"you……"

The Snow Woman was unable to speak.

The people nearby watched and laughed.

"Xia Bing, all you do is bully the Snow Maiden," Li Wu laughed.

"I call this expressing love."

"What kind of expression of love is this? It's just being a scoundrel."

"I didn't."

"You have."

"No."

"have."

The two started arguing.

Everyone looked at them and couldn't stop smiling.

Xia Yufang watched this scene from the side, and shook her head with a smile.