Next Morning, when Hongyan wake up, he found that it is past morning. Unexpectedly, he slept until sun rises high, because it isn't his style to sleep till this late. Last night was quite chaotic, but it all went well. But he still fears that Tang Hao would start acting like before again. So, he gets up from the bed hastily. Then suddenly a blue transparent window shows up in front of him. He startled, but quickly regain his composure. There are some words written on the system and surprisingly enough it was written in English language.
'Congratulation Host for changing the fate of this world. This system finally serves you.' Hongyan read the words written in the transparent window. He was quite shocked to see the system, because when he arrives in this world, he thinks that like any other transmigrators, he should also have some cheat; like system, or some talent. But after waiting for years, he finds that, he was like any normal child expect his learning was fast for his age. But it was understandable as he was a literate person in his previous life.
After reading the words, he carefully examines the system. Observing for some time he found that, he can't touch the transparent screen as his hand passes through it. And to use it he has to command it from mind. So, he began his experiment.
'Ok, so what type of system are you? And what is your goal?' He asks it in his mind, trying to communicate with it.
Suddenly, the previous words vanished, and new words starting to appear on the screen.
'This system is "Fate Changing System" and it will only awaken if host greatly change people's fate in this world. As for system goals, currently system ultimate goal is to make Host powerful, both in Strength & Knowledge.'
Seeing the words written on the system screen, he understands that if he doesn't confront Tang Hao, this system doesn't appear. Though, he doesn't know if he should be happy or sad. But he still decides to know what this system can do.
'So, how do work?' He asked.
'This system has three functions. First, I can show Host's stats, this includes host's basic information, cultivation and future paths. Second, I have system shop function, where Host can buy available there, though host need Fate point to buy products. And lastly, it has search & identification function. By using this function, Host can find anything hidden nearby it and the information about it.' Once again words appeared on the transparent screen.
Hongyan reads every word appearing on the screen carefully, after all knowing yourself is more important than knowing your enemy. After reading he asks again.
'System, what is fate point and how can I earn them?'
'Fate point is the currency used for transaction in the system. Host need to change the fates of character in this world to earn Fate points. Change can be small or big and the number of Fate points earned depend on this. Also, the character can be anyone in this world.'
'So, you mean even if there is someone who doesn't appear on the story, and I helped him to change his fate, I still can earn Fate points.'
'Correct, Host though the number of Fate points depend on the change.' Words appeared on the screen.
Now he understands how this system works, but he still has something in his mind.
'System…...is there anything like newbie pack or do you get something for me?' He asked hesitatingly.
'…. Sorry, host. This system doesn't have any function that give its Host something like newbie gift pack.'
Reading this, Hongyan sighed. After all there is no free food in this world, even system is abided by this. But next second words appeared again.
'But, due to host making great change in the fate of Tang Hao, an important character in this world and the fate connected by him, so system reward you Double the point host will usually earn by making great change.'
Knowing this, he become happy as Fate points are important for buying the product from system mall.
'System, how much Fate points currently I have?'
'System rewarded host 1000 point for making great change and double of it is 2000 point. So, currently host have 2000 Fate points.'
'System, open the shop.' Knowing the points, now he wants to know the price of the products in the System shop.
'Sorry, host, but shop can't be unlocked before host awaken his martial soul. Like system shop, the other functions of system are also locked and will only unlock when host awaken his martial soul.'
He sighed again. He if he should be glad or sad, because if this system awakens early then he had to wait until his martial soul awakening. Now he doesn't need to worry about this, because previous night Tang Hao said that in three days there is someone from Martial Soul Temple of Notting city will came to awaken the martial soul for children of 6-years-old. Thinking of previous night, he again tensed up, because he didn't know what was Tang Hao and Tang San is thinking of him now, after all he bring the matter of Tang San's mother into it. As we all know that Tang San loves his close ones so deeply that he can kill anyone who will hurt them or try to hurt them.
As he was thinking, Tang San's voice came.
"Brother, wake up, it's time to eat, breakfast is ready."
He stands up and quickly get out of his room. As he come out of the room, he sees something unbelievable.
He saw Tang Hao is helping Tang San to bring the dishes on the table, suddenly he stops and look at me.
"What are you looking? Something amusing at my face, huh." Tang Hao said sternly.
When Hongyan heard Tang Hao tone of speaking, he looks away, and move towards the table.
After they both finishes bringing dishes to the table, they also sat down. And all of them start eating. The atmosphere was awkward, so Tang San stood up and spoke.
"Dad, I've finished the Ten Thousand hammer strike." Tang San said.
"Oh?" A flicker of light seemed to brighten in Tang Hao's eyes, but then he looked toward Hongyan, obviously looking for answer. Hongyan also noticed his gaze.
"I…I also finished my Ten Thousand Hammer strikes." He said in low voice. After tomorrow night, he still feels guilty.
This time Tang Hao surprised more, because he sees Hongyan forging and knew his speed of Forging. So, he asked both to bring the iron chunk which he gave them for striking.
When they heard Tang Hao, they both hurriedly bring their chunk of iron. The iron chunk was pitch-black, and although its shape was irregular, each facet shone brilliantly, revealing a dark gleam within. The entire chunk was about a quarter of the size of the original lump of iron.
Tang Hao took the black iron chunks into his hands, studying it closely in front of them," Do you both understand what I've been telling you now?"
Tang San nodded and said," After a hundred refinements, steel is made. Even metal of the poorest quality becomes high- quality through relentless forging. Dad, is this the lesson you want to teach us?"
Hongyan also nodded in understanding and said," As Tang San said, after a hundred refinements, steel is made. So, if we want to create a Divine Tools from ordinary materials, we have to refine that material enough to make it Highest quality material."
After hearing the answer of both of his son, Tang Hao looked at both of his son. He realized that both of them aren't simple child. Their comprehension was far ahead from the children of their age. This is a good thing, it shows they have potential to became a wise man, though becoming strong person is another matter.
"Then keep going. When you have forged it down to the size of a fist, bring it to me again." After saying that, he suddenly stops, seemingly thinking something. And he looks at Hongyan.
When Hongyan found that Tang Hao is looking at him, he tensed up.
"Xiao Hong, about last night, I am really sorry. I shouldn't hit you, after all you only stop me for your future and…." Tang Hao wants to tell him more but Hongyan stops him.
"No, no father. I am the guilty one. You don't have to apologizing. I shouldn't bring the matter of Tang San's mother. I am the one who should be apologizing." Hongyan hastily said. After all he really is the guilty one.
After seeing both his father and brother like this, Tang San said.
"Ok, father and brother, you two should forgive each other. And father, you tell us that someone from Notting city is coming to help us to awaken our martial soul. Can you tell us more about Martial Soul Awakening?" He asked from Tang Hao.
This time Tang Hao didn't refuse and told both of them to sit first.
"Both of you, listen carefully. Every one of us has our own Martial Soul. At about six years old, we undergo an awakening ceremony. With a Martial Soul, our abilities in certain areas will be enhanced. Even the most common Martial Soul can provide some help. If you happen to have an outstanding Martial Soul that can be cultivated, then you might even become soul master. The awakening ceremony only happens once a year, and you can't miss it. A deacon from Notting City's Martial Soul Hall will assist in your awakening of Martial soul. Also, you both must remember, if you have soul power, they may invite you to become member of their martial soul hall, don't agree easily." Tang Hao said.
"But, father, what if they tried to use force?" Tang San asked. It is an obvious question any person will think.
After hearing Tang San's question, Tang Hao smiled coldly and replied," They wouldn't dare. The reason is, current Martial Soul Temple doesn't want to ruin their status for some mere talented child and the use force to make them join their organization. Though, any civilian with good innate soul power will choose to join them."
After Tang Hao tell us about the rank of spirit masters and importance of innate soul power. He also tells us about the quality of Martial soul. After, Tang Hao finished speaking, unlike normal day, he goes outside to find, if anyone in need to forge farm tools. This surprises both Tang San & Hongyan.
"It seems like father is changed after last night. Though, it is good thing." Tang San said. He was genuinely happy, because Tang Hao's behavior. In his previous life, he was an orphan, adopted by the sect. There he was raised as a cold-blooded killer; the warmth he longed for was never given to him. That's why, no matter how badly Tang Hao treats him, he never feels dissatisfied. And, now the warmth he longed for finally came, so can't help but feel happy. Thinking of this, he looked towards Hongyan. He was truly grateful to him. If Hongyan did not confront Tang Hao yesterday night, he may not think that Tang Hao could correct his behavior near future and he doesn't have courage to confront Tang Hao about this matter. So, he truly feels lucky to have Hongyan as his brother.
Hongyan also noticed his gaze. For a moment he doesn't think what to say, but after sometime he looked towards Tang San and give him a deep bow," Tang San, I am truly sorry about last night. I shouldn't have bring your mother into this. If you still feel dissatisfied, then you can punish me however you want."
When Tang San sees him apologizing like this, he suddenly smiled. His smile was so weird that Hongyan feels goosebumps all over his body.
"Oh, so you are ready to face any punishment?" Tang San asked with a strange smile.
Once again, Hongyan feels goosebumps all over his body, but he still didn't loose his composure and said," Yes, you can punish me however you want."
After hearing this, Tang San smile grew wider and he step towards Hongyan little by little. Seeing this, Hongyan also began to feel nervous. He truly regrets his decision now.
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