Thanks To My Irresistible Charm, I Was Mistaken For The Chosen One

Chapter 003: Seeking Fortuitous Opportunities:

Yue Mingjiang was a martial artist.

Born in Huaining City, he had, by a twist of fate, joined a seventh-grade sect in his youth, which introduced him to the martial arts.

Now, with years of cultivation behind him, he returned home in triumph, basking in his success.

Although his Condensed Aperture Stage cultivation wasn’t impressive in the broader Eastern Frontier, it made him a respected figure in this small town.

One day, while exploring familiar grounds, he arrived at a cliff on the outskirts of town.

Yue Mingjiang’s eyes sparkled as he recalled fantastical tales where mortals accidentally fell off cliffs, only to survive and discover martial arts manuals or rare treasures.

Intrigued by the possibility, he decided to investigate.

Being a martial artist, a mere cliff posed no threat to him. It was worth a try—after all, there was no cost involved.

Channeling his energy, he leapt off the cliff.

To his astonishment, when he reached the bottom, there really was an extraordinary sight waiting for him.

A clear river flowed nearby, and by its banks stood a tall figure meticulously tidying his appearance.

At the sight of this figure, Yue Mingjiang froze in shock.

Here was a man of otherworldly beauty…

Even in tattered clothing, his aura was that of an ethereal being.

The mere sight of his back and a partial profile left Yue Mingjiang marveling at this person, who seemed other than human.

“An… immortal?” Yue Mingjiang gasped aloud.

Even if the man wasn’t a celestial being, he was undoubtedly an unparalleled prodigy.

His aura practically screamed, “I am extraordinary,” with an intensity impossible to ignore.

Hearing the exclamation, Chu Shenxiao turned his head and was momentarily taken aback to see a young man staring at him in awe.

When Yue Mingjiang saw Chu Shenxiao’s full face, his astonishment deepened. Clasping his fists, he said respectfully, “Junior Yue Mingjiang greets Senior.”

Yue Mingjiang considered himself worldly. He had once met a prodigy from a fifth-grade sect and had been thoroughly impressed.

Yet, compared to this man, that prodigy was like a firefly before the moon—utterly insignificant.

Such demeanor, such appearance—the only comparison Yue Mingjiang could draw was to the heirs of legendary martial holy lands, and even then, only their most esteemed disciples.

Chu Shenxiao maintained a composed and serene demeanor befitting a superior figure as he glanced at Yue Mingjiang.

A local.

He activated his Heavenly Emperor’s Aura Reading Technique.

A faint light flickered in his eyes as the technique’s effects revealed everything about Yue Mingjiang to him.

The flow of true energy within his body, the condition of his muscles and bones, even minor internal injuries, and fleeting thoughts—everything was vividly clear.

Chu Shenxiao could even sense Yue Mingjiang’s current thoughts through the fluctuations of his mind.

Judging from the intensity of his true energy, Yue Mingjiang was at the same level as himself: the Condensed Aperture Stage.

Then, Chu Shenxiao looked at Yue Mingjiang’s head, where he saw a fist-sized cluster of blue energy.

Blue fortune!

Chu Shenxiao was pleasantly surprised.

Fortune levels ranged from Black, White, Green, Blue, Red, Purple, Gold, to Multicolored.

Most people’s fortune was White, while those with slightly better luck had a touch of Green.

It was often said that to live well, one needed “a little Green on the head.”

But Blue fortune was a level above Green, marking Yue Mingjiang as someone with truly good luck.

Within the blue aura above his head, Chu Shenxiao noticed a faint glimmering light.

Focusing on it, a vision unfolded before his eyes.

The vision began at the very cliff where Yue Mingjiang now stood. It then shifted northward, across a plain of withered grass, and stopped at an unremarkable cave.

This cave was where Yue Mingjiang’s opportunity awaited!

In the near future, by chance, Yue Mingjiang would encounter a fortuitous event there.

Chu Shenxiao’s initial plan to act indifferent and dismiss Yue Mingjiang evaporated.

What a coincidence! Fortune had come seeking him!

The third effect of the Heavenly Emperor’s Aura Reading Technique, Heavenly Favor, granted Chu Shenxiao an equivalent reward when helping someone else obtain their opportunity.

With a faint smile, Chu Shenxiao said, “Brother Yue, there’s no need for such formality. I am Chu Shenxiao, likely around your age, so you don’t need to call me Senior.”

Chu Shenxiao?

Yue Mingjiang quickly searched his memory for a renowned prodigy with this name but found nothing.

That meant nothing, of course. Not knowing him simply highlighted Yue Mingjiang’s limited knowledge.

While his mind raced, Yue Mingjiang answered respectfully, “Young Master Chu, meeting you is a fortunate event in itself. Is there anything I can do to assist you?”

He noticed that although Chu Shenxiao was impeccably handsome, his clothing was ragged, and he appeared somewhat down on his luck.

Offering aid at this moment could be his chance to secure a connection. Helping this prodigy now might yield rewards a hundredfold in the future.

Chu Shenxiao smiled.

He had been thinking of an excuse to test the Heavenly Emperor’s Aura Reading Technique and share Yue Mingjiang’s fortune. Now, Yue Mingjiang had made it easy.

“In that case, I do have a small favor to ask,” Chu Shenxiao replied.

After a brief pause, he fabricated a story.

“To be honest, I’m not from around here. I hail from…”

With a few casual words, Chu Shenxiao wove an elaborate tale. He claimed he had been pursued by enemies, used a powerful forbidden technique to barely defeat them, and was left severely injured. Falling off the cliff was merely the result of his depleted energy.

Coming from a country rich in entertainment and literature, Chu Shenxiao effortlessly crafted a convincing backstory that left Yue Mingjiang wide-eyed with amazement.

The tale was so vivid and extraordinary that Yue Mingjiang, a mere local, couldn’t help but believe every word.

“So that’s how it is. Young Master Chu, what an incredible and perilous journey you’ve endured!” Yue Mingjiang exclaimed in awe.

Chu Shenxiao smiled faintly. “My cultivation technique is water-based. To recover my strength, I need a herb called Cold Fragrance Grass, which grows in the withered grass plain north of here. Would Brother Yue be willing to escort me there?”

Without hesitation, Yue Mingjiang replied, “It would be my honor!”

As a local, Yue Mingjiang was familiar with the withered grass plain and knew it wasn’t particularly dangerous. This was a perfect chance to offer his assistance to Chu Shenxiao.

Seeing Yue Mingjiang’s quick agreement, Chu Shenxiao’s smile deepened.

“Brother Yue, your kindness is greatly appreciated.”