[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-ancient-tears-bloodline":3,"chapter-ancient-tears-bloodline-ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-543":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Ancient Tears BloodLine",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1256671,1684,"Chapter 543 Part 2: Meeting Jonathan","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-543",543,"\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From MC's Perspective:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan didn't expect to hear the name again. He heard the name of Carlos before. Because the young master had mentioned it previously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What did he do this time?\" He asked. From Zack's look, he can tell that something might have happened recently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, a complex glint flashes in my eyes. I don't know whether Jonathan believes me or not. But I will feel better if he finds out the truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then looking at him, I started to recount the recent events. Starting from our first meeting to the bedrock incident. Then to our latest mission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few minutes later,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere turned solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan didn't doubt the words anymore. Initially, he had some doubts. But after hearing the mission about an uneven mountain canyon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was sure in his heart that a person named Carlos Kent had ulterior motives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't expect someone suspicious to appear in this Academy. After figuring out the ins and outs, he turned toward Zack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young master, don't worry. I will look into this matter,\" Jonathan promised. He can see that Zack was stressed about this matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that I felt a huge weight being lifted off from my shoulder. With Jonathan's assurance, I can sigh in relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next moment, I recalled my current situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jonathan, is there any place here where I can cultivate lightning essence?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have a duel this weekend,\" I asked him. Since the issue of Carlos was settled. Now I'm concerned with my cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan was surprised for a moment. Then he asked, \"Don't you have purple essence left in your dantian?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I shook my head and revealed a helpless smile in response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan was startled. He knows his master has pinned heavy hopes on Zack. It has a lot to do with the lightning element.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he probed Zack's base. Then he saw the Mid-Elite Stage Cultivation. It's not slower but for Zack's talent. The improvement should be higher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan failed to recognize Zack's difficulty. If Zack won't have any progression, then his life would be difficult in the Inner Post.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think there are places here where lightning gathers. But I don't know whether it's suitable for lightning practice,\" Jonathan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?\" A hope rekindled in my heart. Finally, there is some good news. I heard many times from Dean Rebecca. In the end, even she can't find the correct place for me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can you take me to that place for cultivation?\" I asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan nodded his head before saying, \"It's good. Since the duel was scheduled for the weekend. You can take this time to cultivate well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After getting the affirmation, I asked, \"Where is the place?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The nearest one is the uneven mountain canyon. I heard that the highest peak on that mountain is bombarded with lightning all year around,\" Jonathan said casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uneven mountain canyon,\" I said in my heart. I had spent time looking into the information. But I haven't found anything related to lightning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan saw through his thoughts. It was not surprising that information is controlled here. Secrets were only available to strong and influential people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can't find some information on the internet,\" Jonathan commented.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that a look of understanding dawned on me. I don't know whether I can get a breakthrough opportunity in the coming days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's been some time since I have reached the Mid-Elite in lightning essence. It's time to see some improvement in essence cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young master, what's your cultivation level?\"Jonathan asked all of a sudden. He saw through the young master's base as usual. But he asked out casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was aware that Zack has a treasure artifact to cover his strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh?\" My thoughts returned to reality. Jonathan's question made me realize that there is a pendant hanging around my neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it was more of a keepsake from Granny Park. \"Is it hiding his senses?\" \"No way?\" I muttered in my heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As far as I know, it can block the prying eyes of Elite Warriors and below. I don't think the pendant can block the powerful eyes of SS-Elite Warriors and above.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more Jonathan acts weak in front of me. I always felt that he was hiding his true strength. Otherwise, my teacher won't have him by his side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also, he is someone from the inner post. His true strength should be higher than the dean. I don't know why he is hiding his strength in front of me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I don't plan on exposing him. Now I'm thinking about the cultivation spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can we leave now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want to practice as soon as possible,\" I asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jonathan was stunned for a moment. He suspected the young master saw through him instead. Shaking his head, he decided to leave as well. Any longer he would embarrass himself with these questions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alight, young master. I'll take you to that place,\" Jonathan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that I stood up and said, \"As far as I know that place is located at the border. It would take a day or two to reach there.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To that, Jonathan smiled mysteriously instead of answering. Then he replied, \"Exit the Viper City. I'll be waiting outside.\" After saying that he disappeared from the spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Harumph,\" I snorted in dissatisfaction. Jonathan appears and disappears whenever he wants. Which shows that he is truly powerful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the Special Faction Head who was said to be the strongest second to the dean. His name couldn't even scare Jonathan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From beginning to end, Jonathan was calm. Well, I can't order him around. He is my senior. He only listens to my teacher. So I should be grateful that he is helping me out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After gaining some clarity, I walked out of the room and exited the inn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then I head straight towards the city wall. Compared to before, my mind was a lot more relaxed. Maybe this is the effect of having powerful backing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bright smile appeared on my face. Then I increased my pace a little.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some shopkeepers recognized the face of Zack Lockwood. Because some children of local families are admitted to the B, C & D-grade institutions of the academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From their children's mouths these people long since heard of the lightning warrior. Especially circulating online post images made the image of lightning even more popular.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But none of them dare to step forward to meet. It's normal for students to go outside of the city for a mission. So they didn't want to disturb Zack even if they recognized the person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few minutes later,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I entered my data into the City wall's monitoring system. When the information was verified. A metallic door opened between the walls. It's the gateway to the outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that I didn't stop and walked through the opening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When I walked out of the gate. I pick a direction filled with trees. I know Jonathan must be watching from the shadows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I moved in that direction. Right after I got far away from the City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swoosh~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I felt someone touching my shoulder. The next second, I disappeared from the spot. Before I could think I found myself traveling mid-air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A strong wind brushes against my face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This?\" The sudden change in the situation startled me all of a sudden.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Steady!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next second, I heard Jonathan's voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing that, I calmed down. Then I saw someone turn right next to me. Jonathan is still touching my shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he is moving at breakneck speed. The speed was so fast that I couldn't even catch the passing views.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For your sake. I'm moving at a slow speed. So stabilize yourself. We will soon reach the destination,\" Jonathan said without turning back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that I almost choked up. This is called slow speed. Apart from getting hit by the heavy wind, I couldn't even look outside properly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now I understand Jonathan is making fun of me. That's why he is acting weak in front of me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time passed,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before I knew it, we arrived at the desolate environment. Jonathan has slowed down his speed. So the environment here becomes visible. The world's energy seems to have dropped as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon I saw the long stretching mountain. There are many towering peaks in it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it here?\" I asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I didn't see any climate change. There were no dark clouds and purple lightning as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's not here,\" Jonathan replied. Then we continued to fly across the long stretching mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After crossing the mountain, we came across another mountain. But this time my eyes shone with bright light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mountain seems to be cleaved by a vertical sword leaving behind a narrow canyon. I don't know how deep the canyon is.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But my eyes are attracted by the towering peak. The dark clouds are gathered above this particular peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When we got closer to the mountain. I saw it was raining heavily down here. \"What a strange place?\" I mumbled under my breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Jonathan dragged me toward the top of the mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thunder~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A thundering sound reverberated through the place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A purple color of lightning flashed before my eyes. As I got closer to the place. I felt the purple essence after a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>",1547,"2026-06-05T15:56:52.844Z",1,"novelbin.me","7e381a8ed78892d190e609eb8cbabfe8734219b415d95937326522445ce39a76","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-544","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-542",1498,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fancient-tears-bloodline-cover.jpg"]