Martial Arrogance Dragon Soul-Chapter 96 - 94: Leave Some Leeway_2
The fact that they lowered their pride and came to apologize of their own accord was enough to prove the sincerity of the other party.
"Giving others room to breathe always leaves the door open for future encounters," they say.
"No. Qin Qing, you and your brother did nothing wrong. It was I who failed to discipline my daughter properly. I’m the one who owes you an apology. But, rest assured, from now on I will discipline her strictly and ensure that she doesn’t cause any more trouble," Mo Kong sighed, then continued, "Additionally, Qin Qing... going forward, I will take even greater care in instructing Qin Shuang. This child has quite a rare talent for Spiritual Pattern Technique. Her memory is excellent, and she has an exceptional understanding of Spiritual Patterns... Once she cultivates her Spiritual Energy, she should be able to inscribe Entry Level Spiritual Patterns quite quickly..."
"There’s no need!" Qin Qing shook his head, "From now on, Qin Shuang will train by my side. As for Spiritual Patterns, I can teach her that too..."
Upon hearing what Qin Qing said, a flicker of unease passed through Mo Kong’s eyes.
He didn’t believe that Qin Qing was capable of teaching Qin Shuang the Spiritual Pattern Technique.
Because Qin Qing was far too young, and Mo Kong didn’t think that Qin Qing really had any research into the way of Spiritual Patterns!
The cultivation of the Spiritual Pattern Technique normally requires lineage and the hands-on guidance of an experienced Spiritual Pattern Master. Mo Kong had heard of Qin Qing, getting some information from Bai Qiuhe.
So he didn’t believe that Qin Qing could genuinely teach Qin Shuang any aspects of the Spiritual Pattern Technique.
And the reason why Qin Qing spoke as he did was mostly that he still hadn’t forgiven Mo Kong and still held a grudge against him.
"Fine then!"
Mo Kong still maintained his grace, even though he felt a slight dissatisfaction. After all, as an Elder, and particularly a Spiritual Patterns Elder, his personal apology to Qin Qing and his sister should have been more than enough to save face for Qin Qing...
Afterwards, Qin Qing and Qin Shuang left the Spiritual Treasure Manor with Bai Qiuhe.
"Qin Qing..."
Walking on snow-covered ground, Bai Qiuhe began, "Actually, Mo Kong is an old friend of mine and we’ve always had a good relationship."
Qin Qing nodded.
"This time, having Qin Shuang learn the Spiritual Pattern Technique under him, I did not foresee such an incident occurring. Your master apologizes to you and your sister!" Bai Qiuhe said.
"No!"
Qin Qing quickly turned around and bowed deeply to Bai Qiuhe, "Master, you did nothing wrong! If there’s any mistake, it lies with this disciple. I acted too impulsively and didn’t think of how it might affect you... My actions could potentially harm your relationship with Elder Mo..."
"Elder Bai..." Qin Shuang also hurriedly bowed in apology, "Elder Bai, actually, Elder Mo has been very kind to Qin Shuang. It was only because he was so good to me that Zijin became jealous. No matter what, we can’t blame you..."
"Yes, Master. I know... you were only thinking of Qin Shuang’s best interests. Moreover, she has been under your care and has benefited greatly over these past few months. If I still held that against you, then I, Qin Qing, would truly be unfit as a human being!" Qin Qing spoke again.
Bai Qiuhe looked at Qin Qing with relief and slowly nodded, "However, Qin Qing... you shouldn’t hold a grudge against Elder Mo Kong. If he had known, he definitely wouldn’t have tolerated Mo Zijin’s behavior, and... due to some special reasons, Elder Mo Kong has always doted on Mo Zijin excessively, which has led to her spoiled and wilful nature."
"I don’t hold a grudge against Elder Mo Kong..." Qin Qing glanced at Bai Qiuhe, and from his master’s expression, he understood his meaning and explained, "Master, do you think that I denied Elder Mo Kong the opportunity to teach Qin Shuang the Spiritual Pattern Technique out of spite?"
Bai Qiuhe shrugged his shoulders.
A smile crept across Qin Qing’s face as he said, "Actually... I truly plan to instruct Qin Shuang in the Spiritual Pattern Technique myself. Did you not say that she has a talent for it, Master?"
"Yes!" Bai Qiuhe nodded, "As you know, I can see the uniqueness of Martial Souls. Even though Qin Shuang’s Martial Soul has not awakened, I can sense that her Martial Soul possesses fierce Attributes, and in the field of Spiritual Patterns, she might have extraordinary talent..."
Qin Qing nodded.
Ever since Bai Qiuhe had discerned his Martial Soul was the Dragon Soul, Qin Qing knew that Bai Qiuhe had a unique approach in this area.
"Master!" Qin Qing said with a smile, shaking his head, "Actually, I can inscribe Spiritual Patterns too, and I believe that, regarding foundational knowledge, I am capable of teaching Qin Shuang... "
"You can truly inscribe Spiritual Patterns? Can you even inscribe high-level First Rank Spiritual Patterns?" Bai Qiuhe looked at Qin Qing, somewhat astonished.
Qin Qing nodded, "Of course. I can inscribe not just high-level First Rank Spiritual Patterns, but also high-level Second Rank, and even top-quality Second Rank Spiritual Patterns!"
As he spoke, Qin Qing took out the Azure Dragon Spear, "Master, this Azure Dragon Spear was forged by your disciple!"
Bai Qiuhe was even more astounded.
"You can inscribe top-grade Second Rank Spiritual Patterns?"
He took the Azure Dragon Spear from Qin Qing, and although he often saw Qin Qing practicing with the spear, he had never examined Qin Qing’s Azure Dragon Spear closely.
"Deep Sea Cold Iron? Purple Pattern Steel, and this toughness..." Bai Qiuhe flicked the spear, and the Azure Dragon Spear whistled as it vibrated, "What else is added into this spear? It feels extremely tough!"
"I’ve added the tendon of an Ice Flood Dragon!" Qin Qing said.
"Ah, I see, the tendon of an Ice Flood Dragon... This is a material that can be used to forge Fifth Rank, even Sixth Rank Spiritual Treasures..."
Bai Qiuhe nodded as if it were a matter of course: "No wonder your Azure Dragon Spear is so tough, although it is just within the category of a top-grade Second Rank Spiritual Treasure, its quality is not inferior to an average Third Rank Spiritual Treasure!"
"But speaking of which, Qin Qing... your skill in engraving Spiritual Patterns is really extraordinary!"
Bai Qiuhe scrutinized the Spiritual Patterns inscribed on the Azure Dragon Spear, clicking his tongue in wonder.
Although he didn’t know much about the method of inscribing Spiritual Patterns himself, he could still appreciate the intricacies of the Patterns.
"It’s okay, haha..." Qin Qing laughed and scratched his head.
"Hmm! However, I think Elder Mo Kong has misunderstood you!" Bai Qiuhe handed the Azure Dragon Spear back to Qin Qing.
"I know!" Qin Qing nodded. He had also noticed the unnatural look in Elder Mo Kong’s eyes, but he didn’t need to explain anything; time would prove everything.
...
Elsewhere.
Spiritual Treasure Mansion.
After Qin Qing and his group had left.
Mo Zijin began to cry softly.
"Dad, how can you treat me like this?"
"I am your daughter... Qin Qing and Qin Shuang, aren’t they just two country bumpkins? Did you really have to make me kneel before them?"
Mo Zijin looked dissatisfiedly at Mo Kong.
Mo Kong shook his head with a look of frustration, "Zijin, if I hadn’t come back late today, you would already be dead."
"Dead? Huh, would that Qin Shuang’s despicable sister’s brother really dare to kill me?" Mo Zijin scoffed. She truly didn’t believe Qin Qing would dare to make a move on her.
"He wouldn’t dare to kill you?" Mo Kong snorted coldly, "He dares to kill even Shangguan Yong’s only son, and both Guan Changtian and Guan Yun, siblings, died by his hand. Tell me, would he dare to kill you?"
"What?" Mo Zijin’s face changed, "So he’s the one who killed Shangguan Xuan, Lin Feng, and the Guan Clan siblings?"
"Exactly! Otherwise, would I say that if I hadn’t come back in time, you might already be dead?" Mo Kong looked at Mo Zijin with a pained expression, still feeling the chills. If he had returned any later, his daughter might indeed be dead.
After all, Mo Zijin was his daughter. If Qin Qing had killed her, he would have been devastated and certainly would have held a grudge against Qin Qing.
"Dad. I don’t care, even if he killed Shangguan Xuan and the others, so what? Now he’s coming after your daughter. Dad, if mom was still here, she would never let others bully me like this... Wuuu..."
As soon as she mentioned her mom, Mo Zijin burst into even louder tears.
"Okay, stop crying!" Mo Kong’s voice grew louder.
Mo Zijin was taken aback; usually, when she brought up her mom, her father would become more lenient and indulge her in every way. Why was it that this time, this trick didn’t work.
"Zijin. I’m warning you. Don’t provoke Qin Qing anymore! Otherwise, don’t blame your father for grounding you and never letting you go out and mess around again!" Mo Kong said sternly.
Seeing her father’s increasingly strict attitude, Mo Zijin felt reluctant in her heart, but she could only agree verbally: "Yes... Dad, I understand!"
But as soon as Mo Kong left, Mo Zijin’s expression immediately turned cold, and she muttered to herself softly, "I won’t let this go. I refuse to allow those rural lowlifes to bully me. I will tell my brother about this. Once he finishes his retreat, he’ll have to help me take revenge..."
