Gatekeeper of Myriad Worlds Chapter 181

Noon.

A restaurant in an alley opposite the World Museum.

Xu Xingke tapped furiously, ordering a few dishes, then got up and went straight to fetch a case of beer.

“This is for me. You’re still underage, so just have some soft drinks.”

“Yes, teacher.”

The two sat down.

Xu Xingke first pulled out a bottle of beer.

“Refreshing!” he exclaimed.

“Teacher, why were you standing there like a statue?” Shen Ye asked.

“Rest… I’m most relaxed in statue mode. I don’t have to think about anything, it’s like a transcendent state of meditation,” Xu Xingke said.

It seemed to be one of the teacher’s innate abilities.

It wasn’t good to ask too many questions.

“Boy, you seem to have a lot going on upstairs. Can you feel how many ‘names’ you have?” Xu Xingke asked with great interest.

“Three or four, because I actually have some part-time jobs,” Shen Ye said.

He felt he should still be honest.

This man was strong and serious, and he had just helped him out of a fight. From a preliminary look, he was a good teacher.

People value compatible personalities.

He could actually say a little of what he could.

“Part-time jobs? Is that pink glow above your head?”

“Yes, I sing, like this—”

Shen Ye sang a line: “What a beautiful jasmine flower.”

“Spectacular Opening” activated!

Ding-ding-dong-dong—

The chopsticks on the table stood upright, lined up, swaying left and right, like fans waving their hands at a concert.

“Interesting,” Xu Xingke grinned, “You’re a songstress, aren’t you?”

“Yes, teacher, you have good judgment,” Shen Ye admitted openly.

A waitress passing by with dishes glanced at the two of them, then silently lowered her head and left.

“You’ve already taken on ‘Night Wanderer,’ and now you even have a part-time job. Are you planning to take on other occupations at Xirang soon?” Xu Xingke asked.

“I originally planned to take on ‘Demon Slayer,’ but I’ve been too busy recently and haven’t had a chance to try it yet,” Shen Ye said.

“Are your basic attributes enough?”

“Enough.”

“Then don’t take on ‘Demon Slayer’ for now.”

Shen Ye was slightly stunned and asked, “Why?”

“Although Xirang is one of the three major high schools in the world, most occupations are nothing but trash,” Xu Xingke said.

Shen Ye was slightly startled.

Huh?

Trash?

It can’t be.

—But his strength was evident. He wasn’t saying this to emphasize himself, but merely stating a fact in an understated way. That was all.

“I heard Instructor He say that common occupations are not as good as rare occupations, and if you have a ‘name,’ it’s even better,” Shen Ye said.

“Why is ‘Demon Slayer’ trash?”

He opened a bottle of beer for the other person and filled their glass.

—This was an inquiry.

Xu Xingke tossed his head back, emptied his glass, and then said:

“What he said is not wrong—but now you have ‘Night Wanderer’ and ‘Songstress,’ which are enough. Don’t let trash occupations distract your time and energy.”

Shen Ye was silent.

The occupation carefully chosen by Officer Wu was trash in Xu Xingke’s eyes.

Who was right?

Xu Xingke continued:

“‘Night Wanderer”s skills are very strong, unparalleled among those of the same level—”

“You need to quickly cultivate it to the second stage of the Dharma Realm, using the power of the Dharma Realm’s stars to enhance skill power, and at the same time open up higher-tier ‘Night Wanderer’ skills.”

“This is the right path.”

“As for ‘Songstress,’ it can assist ‘Night Wanderer’ very well, so it’s right that you’ve taken it on.”

“Other combat occupations are completely unqualified, not comparable to your existing two occupations, they’re meaningless.”

Shen Ye secretly nodded.

—This mentor had a “clearing the fog” feeling when talking about occupations.

After listening to him, Shen Ye thought about it carefully and also felt that accelerating the training of “Night Wanderer” occupation skills was the right path.

When Frost Moon Shocking Heaven advances to the first stage of the Dharma Realm, it will trigger the Dharma Realm heritage power of the Moonlight series, and obtain information about the relics of the Hun Tian Sect.

And also train “Sudden Rain” to the first stage of the Dharma Realm—

The optical technique “Demon Slaying Frost Line” will then be upgraded by one level.

Songstress is a part-time job that doesn’t interfere with Night Wanderer, and even provides special buffs.

This is enough.

Why bother with other occupations?

Let’s focus on mastering the main occupation first!

Shen Ye’s mind suddenly cleared.

“Teacher, how can I train my occupational skills to improve them quickly?”

He filled the other person’s glass and asked.

“The best and fastest way is through fighting—real combat reveals true knowledge,” Xu Xingke said without hesitation.

“Then will I take on any other occupations in the future?” Shen Ye asked.

“Unless you encounter a truly rare and precious occupation.”

“What is a truly rare occupation?”

“—One day, when you enter the depths of a hidden mausoleum, if you have the chance to see those non-human occupations, you will immediately understand,” Xu Xingke said.

At this point, the dishes were served.

Both of them were a bit hungry, so they grabbed their utensils and started eating.

Towards the end of the meal, Shen Ye was about to pay the bill, but the owner told him it had already been paid.

He looked at Xu Xingke.

The other man had just finished his last bottle of beer and, with a burp, said:

“You’re still in school. This meal is on me, teacher.”

“Thank you, teacher.”

“Hmm, remember, be careful when choosing occupations. Don’t waste the opportunities the Dharma Realm gives you.”

“…Is taking on an occupation an opportunity given by the Dharma Realm?”

“The occupations people pursue are related to fate—the law of fate is also one of the many laws of the Dharma Realm. It is present every moment you are alive. Do not offend it.”

Silence fell all around.

It was as if something invisible had quietly appeared, observing its surroundings.

But the chopsticks in Shen Ye’s hand slid gently, hitting the rim of the porcelain bowl, making two consecutive “ding,” “ding” sounds, forming a rhythm.

The silence and sense of being watched immediately vanished.

Xu Xingke’s eyes were as deep as the sea, and a relieved smile appeared on his face. He said:

“What I just said is null and void.”

“Huh? Why, teacher? I just had a feeling— I thought your words were absolutely profound,” Shen Ye said honestly.

“Because you have an innate Songstress ability, and just now your ability resonated with fate, it seemed to be saying—”

“You can play however you want.”

Shen Ye froze.

Teacher… that’s too metaphysical.

I just dropped my chopsticks—

He lowered his head to look at the chopsticks, only to see them standing up from the bowl by themselves, leaning against his hand like a spoiled puppy.

A faint light appeared, gathering into words:

“With your soul, which has witnessed countless brilliant and colorful sights, you are capable of bearing the position of destiny. You will never waste any occupation and can use them to ignite all joy in the world!”

“—Be a good songstress!”

Shen Ye looked at them blankly for a few moments.

Alright.

It seems the teacher was right.

But you guys are really too laid-back.

The two wiped their mouths, put down their bowls and chopsticks, and walked out of the restaurant together.

“Teacher Xu, are we starting a small class this afternoon?” Shen Ye asked.

“What are you talking about…” He looked at Shen Ye suspiciously. “You, kid, school hasn’t even started yet and you’re so eager to learn from me?”

“That’s right! I’m really looking forward to your teachings!” Shen Ye said.

“I just got a message. I need to go out of town for a bit. I’ll take you for a small class when I get back,” Xu Xingke waved his hand.

“Ah, okay,” Shen Ye said.

—He hadn’t even started yet, and he was already leaving.

Well, that’s fine.

Actually, staying up late in the nightmare world every time is really tiring.

Not sleeping at night can lead to sudden death.

It’s best to do everything during the day.

If he could have some free time every day…

That would be truly wonderful.

“There’s something else I want to remind you of—I see that you’re almost at 20 in all attributes. The Hun Tian Sect has a breakthrough at this threshold, and you absolutely must seize it!” Xu Xingke said seriously.

“Understood!” Shen Ye said.

“Alright then, I’ll see you later.” The man finished speaking and whistled.

A monster landed.

—It had a body similar to a qilin, but it was leaner than a qilin, more like a fierce beast that enjoyed fighting.

But it had a dragon’s head, with a single horn on its head, sharp as a blade.

“This is my student, Shen Ye—Shen Ye, this is my personal god.”

Xu Xingke introduced.

“Hello,” Shen Ye quickly greeted the fierce beast.

“You too, Hun Tian Sect successor,” the beast politely bared its fangs, which were long and sharp, at him.

Xu Xingke jumped onto the beast’s back and waved to Shen Ye:

“Was lunch okay?”

“Thank you, teacher. I ate very well,” Shen Ye said.

“During my absence, I hope you’ll work hard and find a place to properly train your ‘Night Wanderer’ occupational skills. At least reach the first stage of the Dharma Realm. This will be helpful for future teaching.”

“Okay, teacher.”

Perhaps noticing Shen Ye staring at his divine mount, Xu Xingke added a few more words:

“When a spirit beast evolves further, it becomes a divine beast—”

“This is a Ya Zi divine beast. It’s compatible with me, and we have similar temperaments. We cooperate very well in battle.”

“I see,” Shen Ye exclaimed.

“Alright, take out your card.”

“Ah? Okay.”

Shen Ye handed his card to Xu Xingke.

Xu Xingke examined Shen Ye on the card, and the six stars above Shen Ye’s head, then suddenly asked:

“Shen Ye, what is your life goal?”

“Should I tell the truth?” Shen Ye asked.

“Don’t be nervous, just say whatever you want, I’m just chatting with you,” Xu Xingke smiled.

“Honestly, I don’t have any particular goals right now. I just want to enjoy life,” Shen Ye said truthfully.

Xu Xingke put down the card and said seriously:

“There are many monsters in the world, too many dangers, endless malice, and death can come at any time—”

“There are also many people stronger and more ambitious than Song Qingyun in the world. You probably won’t be able to enjoy life.”

“Teacher, that’s exactly what I like about what you said,” Shen Ye said.

Xu Xingke looked at him.

But he was gazing at the void, as if lost in thought:

“When I killed Song Qingyun, all the regret and pain in my heart vanished.”

“At that moment, my sword was in my hand, and she and the evil god behind her were helpless, all their schemes turning to dust.”

“She could no longer fool me, no longer harm anyone.”

“Countless dead people, their souls were comforted—I had told them I would avenge them.”

“I did it.”

—The feeling at that moment was incredibly real, and even now, reminiscing, I still feel that that sword strike was the most extreme pleasure of my life.

Xu Xingke listened quietly, his gaze as sharp as a knife.

Shen Ye, however, was as calm as ever.

The Ya Zi lowered its head, letting out a deep, booming “hmph” sound, as if laughing.

Xu Xingke finally nodded slowly and said:

“Assessment concluded.”

Shen Ye froze.

“Teacher—no—you just said it was a casual chat—”

“Just to help you relax.”

Shen Ye was speechless for a moment.

—This truly was an overly cunning (and serious) man.

Then Xu Xingke flicked his finger, and the card flew back to Shen Ye.

“From now on, you are my student. If you have any trouble, contact me first.”

“See you later.”

As the words fell.

The divine beast carried Xu Xingke, leaped into the air, and vanished in an instant.