Chapter 13: Xu Yunfeng's Tail

Chapter 13: Xu Yunfeng's Tail

In the back kitchen, Jiang Ning found himself in front of an octagonal table, where a bowl of steaming herbal soup was already set, emitting a faint aroma.

A middle-aged woman, wearing an apron, wiped her hands on it and said, "If you don't come soon, I'll have to drink this soup myself!"

Jiang Ning smiled awkwardly, "Sorry! I was practicing my punches and couldn't stop halfway!"

"Don't waste time with excuses," the woman said, "Drink this soup quickly. If it gets cold, it won't be as effective."

Jiang Ning didn't hesitate and picked up the last bowl of black herbal soup from the table.

He sniffed it, sensing an unpleasant odor. Holding his breath, he gulped down the soup.

Finally, after finishing the entire bowl, he exhaled in relief.

"Let's go, it's time to head home!" someone said, and they began to leave the kitchen courtyard one after another.

As the sun completely set behind the mountains, darkness enveloped the city, and night fell.

After leaving the Waveflow Martial Academy, Jiang Ning turned back to take one last look at the academy.

The next moment, he strode towards the outskirts of the city, gradually shedding the weakness he had felt after his intense practice.

"The soup from the Martial Academy is indeed good. Although it's not as effective as wild ginseng, having a bowl every day is still beneficial!"

Jiang Ning walked with excitement, but suddenly his expression changed, and his eyes narrowed.

In the distance, at a street corner, Xu Yunfeng, dressed in a patrol officer's uniform, rested his right hand on his waist, holding a standard long blade. He smiled faintly at Jiang Ning, resembling a venomous snake.

As Jiang Ning walked towards the outer city, Xu Yunfeng followed closely behind, neither too close nor too far.

To onlookers, Xu Yunfeng appeared to be just another patrol officer on his routine street patrol.

Jiang Ning walked for a full hour from the Waveflow Martial Academy in the inner city to his residence in the outer city, sticking to the main roads and avoiding less-traveled paths.

In the outer city, Jiang Li sat in the courtyard, and when he saw Jiang Ning, a smile appeared on his face.

The next moment, his expression turned cold, and his eyes became sharp.

Xu Yunfeng, seeing Jiang Li's gaze, smiled nonchalantly, "Brother Li, why do you speak so harshly?"

"Xu Yunfeng, you're going too far!"

Xu Yunfeng smiled again, "Why do you say that, Brother Li? The city has been chaotic lately, with frequent fights among the major factions. I escorted your younger brother home, and instead of being grateful, you treat me like the enemy who killed your brother!"

Hearing these words, Jiang Li's eyes flashed with murderous intent.

Xu Yunfeng, unperturbed, smiled again, "Brother Li, rest assured. From now on, whenever I encounter your younger brother, I'll escort him home to prevent those faction members from harming him!"

Even if Jiang Li was a fool, he understood the hidden meaning in Xu Yunfeng's words.

Watching Xu Yunfeng's departing figure, Jiang Li felt powerless.

In the past, facing Xu Yunfeng's arrogance, he would have dared to confront him with a blade.

But now, with his right hand disabled and his martial skills greatly diminished, how could he possibly be a match for Xu Yunfeng, who was about to become a ranked martial artist?

Moreover, Jiang Li had not only his younger brother to worry about but also his wife and children.

A sense of helplessness overwhelmed him.

Upon seeing Jiang Ning return home, his younger brother asked, "Brother, are you alright? Did Xu Yunfeng do anything to you?"

"I'm fine, little brother!" Jiang Ning replied, then continued confidently, "You don't need to worry, brother. Xu Yunfeng's visit today was just to pressure you and make you submit. He won't dare to harm me easily, especially now that I'm a disciple of the Waveflow Martial Academy. He wouldn't dare provoke Master Wang Jin, the head of the academy!"

Jiang Ning had already figured this out after seeing Xu Yunfeng's shadow.

Even with Xu Yunfeng following him all the way, Jiang Ning remained calm.

Master Wang Jin of the Waveflow Martial Academy was no ordinary figure in Luoshui County. Jiang Ning had read about him, and he knew that if a disciple of the academy were killed on the streets, Master Wang Jin would dare to storm the government office and beat the offending patrol officer to death.

After all, Master Wang Jin had the backing of the garrison commander, Wang Douzhang, who held military power and could afford to remain neutral. Who would dare provoke such a powerful figure?

Jiang Ning understood that Xu Yunfeng's actions were merely a tactic to pressure his older brother.

However, being just an ordinary disciple of the academy wasn't enough to make Xu Yunfeng overly cautious. If he could become Master Wang Jin's true disciple, then he would truly have nothing to fear from Xu Yunfeng.

Wang Jin's Direct Disciple, even an ordinary Sheriff would give me face, and give Wang Jin face.

At that time, I would truly be temporarily safe.

I must work even harder from now on!

Jiang Ning's determination at this moment became even firmer.

At the same time.

Hearing Jiang Ning's analysis, Jiang Li also nodded in relief.

"You're still the insightful one, Younger Brother!"

Then, Jiang Li revealed a smile, "Younger Brother, come with me quickly. Your sister-in-law has prepared a feast for you today!"

Jiang Ning smiled and hurriedly followed his elder brother's footsteps.

But at this moment, his heart was not as relaxed as he appeared.

He knew that Xu Yunfeng would not easily force him to make a move against his elder brother, unless he deliberately ventured into an unpopulated alley.

However, Jiang Ning did not forget the words he had just spoken.

From now on, whenever I encounter my younger brother, I will escort him all the way to prevent him from being harmed by those short-sighted guys in the gangs!

This undoubtedly contained an additional layer of threat.

Xu Yunfeng himself would not act rashly, but he might ask others to do so.

For example, the thugs in various gangs.

At this moment, Jiang Ning also did not know if his elder brother had heard the hidden meaning in Xu Yunfeng's words, but he did not plan to reveal it.

Even if he did, it would serve no purpose and only cause unnecessary worry for his elder brother.

For this kind of threat, he could only rely on himself. As long as he became stronger, he would naturally be able to deal with these minor threats.

Xu Yunfeng is also not yet a Ranked existence, and he is just a Sheriff. How strong could the thugs he commands be? Once my strength improves further, I will have nothing to fear.

Entering the main hall.

"Wow~ Wow!"

"Dudu is back!!"

"Finally, we can have lunch!!!"

"I'm so hungry I could starve Doubao!!!"

Sitting on a stool, Xiao Doubao happily shook her little short legs, looking delighted.

"Uncle!" The little boy beside her spoke indifferently.

This person was none other than Jiang Li's eldest son, Jiang Yiming.

"How is Jiang Yiming's homework going?"

"You don't need to worry, Uncle!" Jiang Yiming replied calmly.

"You mustn't be disrespectful to your uncle! Do you remember what I told you before?" Liu Wanwan glared at Jiang Yiming.

Jiang Yiming involuntarily shrunk his neck.

"Uncle, I'm sorry! I was being impolite!"

Jiang Ning smiled and rubbed his head.

"I want it too!!!” Xiao Doubao shook her little short legs vigorously.

Seeing this, Jiang Ning's face broke into a smile, and he also rubbed her head.

"You two, take your seats!" Liu Wanwan said.

Then she lifted the large bowl covering the dishes, and instantly, steam rose, filling the air with the aroma of the food.

"Wow! Wow!!!"

"So much meat!!!"

Xiao Doubao's eyes lit up, and she exclaimed repeatedly.

Smelling the fragrance of the food.

Growling—

Jiang Ning's stomach also rumbled with hunger.

"It seems Younger Brother is really hungry!" Jiang Li laughed heartily.

Jiang Ning also smiled awkwardly.

After practicing punches for an afternoon, his stomach was naturally empty.

"You two brothers, stop chatting and start eating!" Liu Wanwan said.

Then she placed a bowl of tightly packed rice in front of Jiang Ning.

"Thank you, Elder Sister-in-law!" Jiang Ning said sincerely.

"Since you've entered the Martial Academy, train hard! Don't let your elder brother down!" Liu Wanwan said as she served rice to Jiang Li.

"Rest assured, Elder Sister-in-law!" Jiang Ning replied.

"Thank you, Madam!" Jiang Li said with a smile as he took the rice.

At the dining table

Jiang Li spoke, "Younger Brother, how was your martial arts training today?"

As he spoke, Jiang Li picked up a large piece of meat with a good balance of fat and lean and placed it in Jiang Ning's bowl.

"Not bad at all!" Jiang Ning nodded.

"It seems Younger Brother has a good talent for martial arts!" Jiang Li seemed pleased.

"Dudu is so amazing!!!" Xiao Doubao also clapped her hands vigorously.

Even Jiang Yiming couldn't help but glance at his cheap uncle, Jiang Ning, and then continued eating.

(End of Chapter)

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