Renegade Immortal (WN)

Chapter 1

Chapter 1 – Leaving Home

Tie Zhu sat on the side of a little road in the village, looking at the blue sky in a daze. Tie Zhu was not his real name, but a nickname. Due to his poor health as a child his father was afraid he might not live so he was given this nickname as a tradition.

His real name was Wang Lin. The Wang family was considered a big family name in the area, a family of carpenters. The Wang family was well known in the area, and they owned a number of shops that sold wood products.

Tie Zhu's father was the second son of the family. He was born from a concubine; therefore, he couldn't take over the family business, so he left the house after he got married and settled in this village.

However, due to his father being a skilled carpenter, Tie Zhu's family was pretty well off, not having to worry about food or clothes. They were well respected within the village.

Tie Zhu had been very intelligent ever since he was little. He loved to read books and thought deeply about matters. Almost everyone in the village agreed that he was a prodigy. Every time his father heard someone praise Tie Zhu, the wrinkles on his face would fade and he would reveal a happy smile.

His mother cared for him a lot. One could say that he had grown up in his parents' love. He knew that his parents had high expectations of him. Other children his age were all working in the fields, while he sat at home reading.

The more he read, the more he thought about. He yearned for the world outside of the village. Tie Zhu raised his head and looked at the end of the road. After letting out a sigh, he closed his book, got up, and walked home.

His father was sitting in the courtyard. Holding a pipe, he took a deep breath and asked, "Tie Zhu, how goes your studies?" as Tie Zhu walked through the door.

Tie Zhu muttered a few words as he passed by. His father shook the ashes out of his pipe, rose up, and said, "Tie Zhu, you have to study properly. Next year is the district exam. Whether you have a future or not will all depend on this exam. Don't end up like me, who will spend my entire life in a village."

"Enough, you complain about this every day. If you ask me, our Tie Zhu will definitely pass the exam!" Tie Zhu's mother carried over some food and set it on the table. She gestured at the two to come and eat.

Tie Zhu responded with a sound, then he sat down and casually ate a few mouthfuls. His mother affectionately looked at him and passed him the few pieces of meat there were.

"Dad, is Fourth Uncle almost here?" Tie Zhu asked as he raised his head.

"Calculating the time, it should be within these next few days. Your fourth uncle is more successful than your father. Hey, Tie Zhu's mom, have the special dishes prepared for Fourth Uncle all been packed?" The moment Tie Zhu's father mentioned Fourth Uncle, there was a hint of sadness on his face.

His mom nodded and emotionally said, "Tie Zhu, your fourth uncle is a very good person. In these past few years, it was all thanks to him that your father's wood carvings have stayed at a good price. If you are able to achieve success, don't forget to repay your fourth uncle."

As Tie Zhu's mom was talking, the sound of a horse was heard outside the door. Following the sound of the horse drawn carriage, a hearty laugh could be heard.

"Second Brother, open the door!"

Tie Zhu was surprised. He immediately rushed to open the main gate. He saw a strong middle-aged man with bright eyes standing outside. When he saw Tie Zhu, he laughed and rubbed Tie Zhu's head. Smiling, he said, "Tie Zhu, I only haven't seen you in half a year and you have grown taller again."