My Apocalypse System Arrives 10 Years Early

Before they could even react, that glint of cold light suddenly exploded, transforming into millions of cold flames. Like an unstoppable prairie fire, they blanketed the sky and earth as they swept toward them.

At the same time, a hurricane-like wind surged forth. The wind fanned the flames, making them even more ferocious, leaving them breathless and with nowhere to run.

No matter which direction they turned, they were enveloped by the sky full of cold flames.

Suddenly, the cold flames dissipated. All that remained before them was a single, trembling Cold Iron Spearhead!

Li Xiang stood there, holding his spear!

Gazing at his dashing figure, Lei Xiaohui felt a wave of Dizziness and was completely captivated. She felt she would marry no one but Li Xiang in this life; no other man could ever compare.

Lei Jiaming was even more dumbfounded. ’Can the Lei Family Spear really produce such a fantastical effect?’

’Just now, every one of Li Xiang’s moves was definitely from the Lei Family Spear. Especially that move, the Burning Prairie Spear—isn’t that the one I practice all the time? But...’

’Was that an illusion? Or was that the legendary Spear Intent?’

"Brother Xiang, please teach me some more. I’ll perform this at the village gala." Lei Xiaohui came forward and humbly asked for Li Xiang’s guidance, hoping he would teach her personally, guiding her hand in his.

Li Xiang handed the Long Spear back to her. Lei Xiaohui couldn’t help but stroke the spot on the shaft where his hand had just been. It felt warm, still holding his lingering presence, and it made her palm grow faintly hot.

This burning sensation spread to her forearm, then her upper arm, and finally washed over her entire body.

"Sis, what’s wrong? Are you not feeling well?" Seeing that Lei Xiaohui’s steps were a little unsteady and her body was trembling slightly, Lei Jiaming asked with concern.

"I’m fine! Just stand back a bit, I’m going to start practicing!"

In truth, Lei Jiaming really wanted to learn as well, but he left in the end. He couldn’t stick around and be a third wheel.

Lei Xiaohui truly had a great talent for martial arts, but her progress had been stalled. So, Li Xiang held nothing back, teaching her everything he could. He also secretly passed on a Breathing Technique and told her to start practicing it.

’The young people from my hometown... I know them through and through. They’ll be the main force of the base in the future.’

When dinnertime arrived, Lei Jiaming’s family invited Li Xiang to stay and eat, but Li Xiang declined, saying he had things to attend to at home, and left.

Reluctant to see him go, Lei Xiaohui and her brother walked him to the village entrance.

"Remember to bring everyone tomorrow!" Li Xiang reminded them before he left.

"Don’t worry. We’ll head over together tomorrow after lunch," Lei Jiaming said.

This trip had been a fruitful one for Li Xiang. Not only had he found two performers—Lei Jiaming with his Big Saber, and Lei Xiaohui performing the Lei Family Spear Technique—but under his guidance, Lei Xiaohui was making rapid progress, especially with the Burning Prairie Spear. Both its visual impact and power were a huge step up from before. Li Xiang was confident that with a few more days of his coaching, her improvement would be even greater.

Secondly, five or six young people in Lei Family Gully were willing to learn traditional instruments. They all agreed to come over together tomorrow to practice at the house of Li Jinyu, the chief of Li Family Village.

Meanwhile, Li Jinyu had also found three old-timers and successfully persuaded them to come to his house to pick up their old craft and take on apprentices. One of them was even in a wheelchair.

The old gentleman in the wheelchair was thrilled. His family had initially been against it, but his desire was so strong that they couldn’t refuse, so they agreed to bring him over tomorrow.

Li Xiang then went to his maternal grandfather’s house, where he stayed for lunch. He told his grandfather and grandmother about his plans, and his grandfather was fully on board.

His grandfather was quite excited, his hands itching to play. He was very supportive of his grandson’s village gala, saying it had been a long time since the countryside had been so lively. He declared that not only would he join the opera troupe’s orchestra, but he would also get on stage himself to perform a famous erhu piece, showing his support through action.

His uncle and aunt hadn’t returned from out of town yet, but Li Xiang extended an invitation for their whole family to come if they made it back in time.

His younger cousin, Shen Wenqian, was home for the break. She was happy to see Li Xiang, though she was a bit quiet and shy—not as lively and playful as Jiang Cai’Er.

"Cousin, I want to be in the village gala too," his younger cousin, Shen Zimo, said eagerly.

"Oh? Of course! What will you perform?" Li Xiang asked.

Shen Zimo said, "Can I recite a piece of classical literature?"

"Of course, no problem," Li Xiang said. "It’d be best if it’s a long and complex one. Which piece are you planning to recite?"

This put his younger cousin in a tough spot. He had only planned on reciting a simple piece, fitting for his elementary school level.

"Um, I’ll have to discuss it with my sister. I’ll tell you in a few days!" Shen Zimo glanced at his sister, thinking, ’I’ll have to ask my sister for help.’

Shen Wenqian smiled slightly and gave him an "OK" sign, already starting to mentally select a classical text for her brother.

There were many classical texts to choose from, but finding one that would make a stunning debut and be truly outstanding would require careful selection and rehearsal. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

"Haha, I’ve got high hopes for you two. You can do it!" Li Xiang said encouragingly, pumping his fist. Then he turned to his female cousin. "Qianqian, what about you? What do you want to perform?"

"Uh, I think I’ll pass." Shen Wenqian’s eyes flickered; she was tempted, but she didn’t think she had the courage to go on stage.

"Don’t worry about it. It’s just some fun for the villagers."

"But aren’t you going to be livestreaming it?"

"That doesn’t matter. The fans won’t be there in person. Besides, what if you do really well and suddenly blow up?"

’If you stick with me, you could become an internet celebrity. Before the Apocalypse arrives, during this time of peace, this is about all I can do to help you guys.’

Shen Wenqian said, "I’ll think about it some more."

"Okay, but you should prepare just in case. There are only a few days left." ’Actually,’ he thought, ’it’s fine even if she doesn’t perform this year. I’m going to hold a village gala every year, so there will be plenty more chances for her.’

Finally, Li Xiang extended the invitation. "Do you want to come with me today, or come over with Grandpa tomorrow?" They had already made plans for his cousins to come stay at his house for the winter break.

The last time he was home, Li Xiang had mentioned this to his grandmother. Being the diligent woman she was, she had already tidied up their room and washed and sun-dried the bedding, just waiting for them to arrive.

Their grandmother, who had been watching them chat with a warm smile, chimed in, "Let them go with your grandpa tomorrow. Qianqian just got back today and still needs to unpack her clothes and luggage."

"Alrighty. Come over a little earlier tomorrow, and I’ll make you something delicious." Li Xiang was extremely fond of his two cousins.