Star Iron: The Past and Present Life of the Gender-Swapped Dragon Lord

After wandering around the Jingfeng warship, Yun Li did not find anything unusual.

Sigh, the task Grandpa gave me for the team is quite challenging.

"What I entrust to you is not just the victory or defeat on the arena, but also the safety of the Racing Ship."

Mimicking Huaiyan's tone, Yun Li slowly uttered, "Grandpa makes it sound so easy, always giving me difficult problems."

"The first match is about to begin... I wonder if everything is going smoothly on Yanqing's end?"

Thinking of a certain blond-haired man, Yun Li sighed.

According to the plan, she should also go and ask the Cloud Knights on the Jingfeng ship what they have discovered.

There's one right ahead.

That's a good feeling.

After taking a few steps, Yun Li realized that this seemed to be the rest area for the March 7th contestants.

March is currently in the players' lounge; I wonder how her preparations are going...

Let's go check out March 7th first.

Having decided on the order, Yun Li went to the front door and knocked: "March, it's me, Yun Li. How are you?"

She was met with a series of crackling sounds.

"Waaaaaahh ...

"Ouch, ouch, ouch, ouch! Just a moment, I'll be right there."

The clumsy and impulsive apprentice, March 7th, caused his master, Yunli, considerable distress: "Sigh... always so flustered."

Why are you getting more and more nervous?

Looking at March 7th peeking out, Yun Li felt that she was becoming more and more like her grandfather, someone who loved to worry.

"I wasn't originally this nervous, but being alone in the lounge makes me think more and more. After all, we have such a heavy responsibility to shoulder in this martial arts ceremony..."

"Don't worry about your mission. You still have me. Don't be intimidated by Grandpa's claim of 'representing Luofu to defend the title.'"

Clapping March 7's hand, Yun Li countered, "Ask yourself, you're an unnamed passenger on the Star Train, always free to come and go, but why did you board this Competition Ship with me after Grandpa assigned us the mission?"

“Emmm…” March 7th clenched his fists and thought for a while, “If I had to say why… it’s because I also hope that the martial arts ceremony can be held smoothly.”

"For the nameless traveler, although we are just passersby at each stop, I have met two masters and made many friends here. For everyone's sake, I hope this 'Martial Arts Ceremony' will go smoothly."

On March 7th, Yun Li spoke her mind, and Yun Li was very satisfied.

That shows awareness!

I thought the answer would be because she's kind. (Just kidding.)

"Good answer! The competition is about to begin, and I must go and complete the task Grandpa assigned me."

As he left, March 7th waved to Yun Li: "...Thank you, Master Yun Li."

Yun Li smiled, feeling a great sense of accomplishment.

Is this what raising a child feels like? It feels like I'm playing some kind of raising simulation game.

Starting with a beautiful young girl as my disciple, my disciple turns out to be a peerless sword immortal!

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After leaving the room, Yun Li decided to ask Yun Qi if there was anything unusual.

Upon approaching the Yunqi on duty, the officer also recognized Yun Li: "Isn't this Miss Yun Li? If there's anything I can help you with, please let me know."

"How's the deployment going?"

"As instructed by General Huaiyan, the Cloud Cavalry have all taken their positions."

well.

Yun Li then asked, "You did a great job, but I need to confirm with you again—was there any unusual boarding?"

Yes, just now.

"Oh? Tell me?"

"It's not on the starship schedule for arriving at the Competition Ship, but the ultimatums on the starship are all official." Seeing this, the Cloud Rider wanted to go with Yun Li.

But Yun Li refused: "No need, you still have duty to perform, I can go by myself."

Seeing this, the Yunqi had no choice but to agree and continue their guard duty.

Having arrived at the low point mentioned by Yunqi, we had only been out for a short while when we saw a starship slowly approaching.

Yun Li became alert and took a step forward.

"Routine inspection! Passengers boarding the ship, please undergo inspection immediately."

Seeing no response, Yun Li said, "I'll count to ten. If you don't come out by then, I'll smash the boat!"

"Ten..." and then accelerated.

"Nine, eight, seven, six, five, four... It's almost time!"

Seeing that there was still no response, Yun Li directly pulled out her huge "old iron".

"three two……"

Just as Lao Tie was about to smash down hard, Yan Qing emerged from the Star Chariot.

Seeing Yun Li holding up a greatsword that was taller than her, her lips twitched.

"it's me."

Even though she recognized the person, Yun Li still didn't put down her greatsword.

"It's just a routine inspection. You're not really going to smash the boat, are you? Is this some kind of Ming Dynasty tradition...?"

"Who knows if you're a clone of Bu Liren?"

"Wait, even if Bu Liren transforms and disguises himself, he can't transform into someone as small as me! Quickly put the sword away."

Seeing that Yanqing's words made sense, Yunli put down the greatsword in her hand.

Seeing Yanqing return, he could still find the time to tease her.

"Didn't our little brother Yanqing say he wanted to give up defending the title and choose to hunt wolves to share the general's burdens?"

"The ground troops suddenly launched an attack. General Feixiao was worried that this was a smokescreen by Hulei, so I volunteered to come and reinforce the Jingfeng ship."

"And what about General Feixiao?"

"They said they'd be there shortly."

Nodding, Yun Li continued, "As per Grandpa's arrangement, our two good disciples will take your place in defending the title in March—aren't you proud?"

"Hearing such a shocking fact for the first time, I feel both proud and worried at the same time," Yanqing said helplessly, rubbing her forehead.

"Having more manpower is always a good thing. The Competition Ship is so big. By the way, you should know—"

He had only spoken halfway when he noticed that the Jingfeng ship beneath his feet suddenly began to shake violently.

The two immediately became alert, realizing that this was most likely Bu Liren's doing.

After all, these are the only guys who know how to cause trouble these days.

"The speed of the Jingfeng ship seems to be slowing down? Could it be..."

They exchanged a glance, and Yun Li gestured for Yan Qing to come with her.

"Come with me, let's go check out the engine room! As the core facility of the entire ship, we'll prioritize its safety!"

They quickened their pace and hurried to the engine room, where they could still hear the announcements from above.

"The martial arts ceremony is about to begin. All contestants, please enter the arena and take your positions."

Time is running out.

Pushing open the door to the engine room, the two found it empty except for a glowing object.

They exchanged a glance, then walked inside, one on the left and one on the right.

When they reached the end, they saw no one.

However, footsteps could be heard behind us.

Yanqing drew her sword, "Although I sincerely hope that this 'Martial Arts Ceremony' will go smoothly and give me a false alarm..."

"But it seems it really was just my imagination."

Back to back with Yun Li, the two of them pointed their swords at Bu Liren, who had transformed into a fox-man.

"Don't worry, little one, there's plenty of space here, enough to hide your corpses."

"Then you're welcome to give it a try!"