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Chapter 28: Wang Jin's Study
Chapter 28: Wang Jin's Study
Jiang Ning understood Wang Jin's skepticism about his ability to meet the conditions for joining the Inspection Bureau within three months. It was only natural, considering his short time in martial arts training.
Three months was a short time, and Jiang Ning knew the challenges ahead. He was aware of the test for Wang Jin's direct disciples, which required mastering any one of the Five Beasts Fist forms within six months to become a direct disciple.
Martial arts training was indeed difficult. His older brother had been practicing for many years and had only achieved Qi and Blood Mastery, with his power flowing through his limbs.
To join the Inspection Bureau, one had to be a ranked martial artist and under thirty years old. Those who met these conditions were either martial geniuses or from wealthy or noble families, their skills often bought with money.
Jiang Ning's face lit up with a smile, and his expression was filled with confidence. "Master, rest assured! It won't be long before I achieve mastery in the Five Beasts Fist!"
"Good! That's the confidence I like to see!" Wang Jin praised again.
He then looked up at the moonlight and said, "It's getting late! This old man won't be able to keep up with a young man like you. I'm going back to rest. You shouldn't practice tonight either. You've overdone it with your training just now. Go back to your room, rest well, and recharge for tomorrow's practice!"
Jiang Ning nodded, "Yes, Master!"
Then, Jiang Ning spoke up again, "Disciple has a request to make, but it's not easy for me to ask."
"Don't be shy, just spit it out!" Wang Jin said.
"Disciple wants to go to Master's study to borrow some books. It's still early, and I can use the time to read and gain some knowledge during my breaks from training and resting."
Wang Jin was a bit surprised. He had intended for Jiang Ning to go back and rest early tonight.
But to his surprise, Jiang Ning wanted to borrow books and read since it was still relatively early.
Jiang Ning scratched his head, "I have to work hard, coming from a poor family. I can't afford to slack off! And you know, Master, I asked to stay at the Martial Academy because someone out there wants to harm me. I plan to take the imperial examination in the spring and gain an official title, so I can finally find true peace."
"You want an official title for peace?" Wang Jin asked, a bit taken aback. "Is the pressure from an official position?"
Jiang Ning replied, "Not exactly an official position, but something like it."
"I see," Wang Jin nodded slightly, not asking further questions. "It's commendable that you have such aspirations. Being well-rounded in both martial and literary pursuits is truly important. True strength doesn't come from physical might alone, nor is it solely about intellectual prowess. The truly powerful in the martial world are never illiterate."
Jiang Ning agreed, "Disciple also believes in the importance of being well-rounded."
Wang Jin nodded again, "With such aspirations, how could I not support you? From now on, my study is open to you. Go to Senior Sister Sun and get the key from her."
"Thank you, Master," Jiang Ning said seriously, bowing respectfully.
Knock knock!
The sound of knocking echoed, followed by a series of heavy footsteps approaching Jiang Ning's ears.
Creak!
The door to the small courtyard opened, revealing Senior Sister Sun's slightly robust figure.
"I knew it was you, kiddo!" Senior Sister Sun exclaimed.
Jiang Ning smiled, "Aunt Sun, I'm sorry for disturbing you so late!"
"Nonsense! I wasn't even asleep yet!" Senior Sister Sun waved her hand, then continued, "You've overdone it with your training, and without ginseng to replenish your body, how can you practice? I just heard you talking to the Master, wanting to borrow some books from the study. He agreed and told me to give you the key!"
"Alright then!" Sister Sun nodded in understanding. "Wait here, I'll get you a key to the study!"
"Yes, yes!" Jiang Ning nodded repeatedly.
After a moment, Sun Daining arrived in front of Jiang Ning with a gust of wind.
"Here's the key! Don't lose it!"
"Don't worry, Aunt Sun!" Jiang Ning smiled and took the key from Sun Daining.
Then he spoke up again, "By the way, Aunt Sun."
"What is it?"
Jiang Ning said, "Master Wang just told me that starting tomorrow, I can have a bowl of herbal soup three times a day."
"That's great! Little guy! I didn't expect Master Wang to value you so highly, he's even given you the treatment of a direct disciple! That Xiao Peng kid only became a direct disciple today, and that's all he got!" Sun Daining happily patted Jiang Ning on the shoulder.
She continued, "I just heard that you don't have ginseng to replenish your body's cultivation consumption, and I was worried that you, as a little guy, would overwork your body! After all, you're the hardest-working kid I've seen in the martial arts academy over the years."
Jiang Ning smiled but said nothing.
He had heard about his diligence many times.
But with the skill panel, every effort was rewarded, and he could see his progress step by step, feel his physique growing stronger. Who wouldn't be diligent with such a system? People are often not diligent or hardworking because they can't see the results, and their efforts go unrewarded.
Especially when stuck at a bottleneck, after working hard for a week, a month, or even a year, and still not making any progress, how many can continue to persevere?
After bidding farewell to Sun Daining, Jiang Ning quickly headed towards the study.
The collection of books in Wang Jin's martial arts academy was bound to be much larger than his own, and there might even be secret manuals of martial techniques. His recent performance had elevated his standing in Wang Jin's eyes, and he had gained access to the study, which made him quite eager.
He arrived at the study.
After unlocking the door, he stepped inside.
Once the candle was lit, the entire study came into view.
On three sides of the study, there were large bookshelves, and on each bookshelf, books were neatly arranged.
Jiang Ning approached the bookshelf on the right, and at a glance, he saw medical books and books on pharmacology.
As the saying goes, martial arts and medicine are inseparable.
Martial arts involve the mysteries of the human body, and those who create martial techniques must have extensive knowledge and a deep understanding of the body's secrets.
The same goes for herbs.
The path of martial arts is closely tied to various herbs, inseparable.
Without the assistance of herbs, one's martial achievements will be greatly limited, and progress will be much slower."
It's important to know that the golden age for learning martial arts begins at fifteen, when the bones and body are developing, and it lasts until around thirty-five, which is the peak golden age, the time of greatest progress and fastest improvement.
For those who practice martial arts, around the age of forty, they will gradually decline, and their vital energy will continuously deteriorate.
At that time, not only will it be difficult to maintain one's strength, but it will also be challenging to make progress.
Unless one cultivates martial arts to a profound level, strengthening the five viscera and prolonging physical functions, then one can have a longer golden age to make progress in martial arts.
With these thoughts flashing through his mind, Jiang Ning quickly scanned the titles of the books on the bookshelf as he walked.
(End of Chapter)
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