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Chapter 350: Mastering Inner Core Nourishing Art, A Step Away
Chapter 350: Mastering Inner Core Nourishing Art, A Step Away
Upon returning to the manor, Jiang Ning stepped over the threshold and into the front courtyard, where he saw Liu Wanwan coming out of the house.
"Thank you, Sister-in-law. I'm still hungry, so I'll have some more!" Jiang Ning smiled.
Although he could eat or not, he didn't refuse Liu Wanwan's kindness.
Coming home to a warm meal waiting for him made him feel a sense of warmth.
Having family around meant he wouldn't feel so lonely, like he was the only person left in the world at times.
Especially for someone who had lived two lives, the feeling of family was something he cherished.
"Alright!" Liu Wanwan smiled and said, "I'll go get you some more!"
After saying this, Liu Wanwan hurried towards the kitchen.
"Brother Ning, Sister Wanwan has been praising you ever since you returned!" Lu Yi, following behind, giggled.
Jiang Ning smiled at her words.
A moment later, in the main hall—
"How's the food?" Liu Wanwan asked.
"It's delicious!" Jiang Ning paused from shoveling rice into his mouth and gave a thumbs up. "Your cooking skills are still top-notch!"
Hearing this, Liu Wanwan smiled gently.
Then, she paused to gather her emotions.
"Brother Ning, thank you for today. It's all thanks to you that Brother Li and Ming didn't have to suffer their humiliation."
"It's all my fault for not being able to forget the bond of parenthood!"
At these words, Jiang Ning put down his bowl and chopsticks again.
"Sister-in-law, how could we blame you for this?"
"The debt of gratitude we owe our parents as their children cannot be easily severed."
"Moreover, it's too distant for Sister-in-law to say such things. We are all family, one big family!"
"Family..." Liu Wanwan murmured, then smiled and said, "Brother Ning is right, we are one big family!"
Seeing this, Jiang Ning smiled too.
He turned and looked towards the direction of the main gate behind him.
Jiang Li, Jiang Yiming, and Xiaodoubao appeared, walking towards him.
"Big Brother, you're here too!" Jiang Ning exclaimed.
"I came to see my little brother!" Jiang Li replied.
Soon after, the three of them stood before Jiang Ning.
"Uncle, thank you so much!" Jiang Yiming stood by the dining table, his face serious.
Then, he suddenly took out a wine cup from his body, and Jiang Li also took out a small wine flask and handed it to Jiang Yiming.
After pouring himself a full cup, Jiang Yiming said, "Uncle, I raise a toast to you!"
And with that, he drained his cup.
Seeing this, Jiang Ning shook his head helplessly.
"We're all family, no need to be so formal!"
"Thanks to you, Uncle, or else with the Liu family's formation, I might have gotten into trouble. I insist you accept this toast," Jiang Yiming said.
"Alright," Jiang Ning nodded.
"Did Big Brother bring a wine cup too?" he asked.
"Here!" Liu Wanwan replied, taking out several wine cups from the nearby cabinet.
"Yiming, fill mine up!"
"Yes, Uncle!" Jiang Yiming responded, holding the wine flask with both hands and filling Jiang Ning's cup.
As the clear wine filled the cup, Jiang Ning picked it up.
"This cup of wine is my toast to you, for fulfilling your duty as an older brother today, protecting your sister, and standing up bravely without fear of danger to uphold your parents' honor."
"At the same time, I hope you understand a lesson from today's events."
"Don't regret not trying harder in the past when you're feeling desperate!"
After saying these words, Jiang Ning also drained his cup.
Seeing this, Jiang Yiming's expression became solemn.
He quickly refilled his cup.
"Thank you for your guidance, Uncle!" he said, and then he too finished his drink.
Because of the strong wine and its powerful aftertaste, Jiang Yiming was clearly choking, his face turning bright red as he tried to suppress his urge to cough.
After a few breaths, Jiang Ning said, "Go ahead and cough if you need to."
As soon as he finished speaking, a violent coughing fit erupted from Jiang Yiming's mouth.
"Yiming, at your age, you should also learn to drink!" Jiang Ning said. "You can choose not to drink, but you must learn to drink."
"At the same time, you mustn't become an alcoholic, and never let alcohol control your actions."
Hearing this, Jiang Yiming nodded seriously. "Thank you for your guidance, Uncle!"
After they were all thoroughly fed and watered, Jiang Ning, guided by Lu Yi, made his way to his own courtyard.
Under the moonlight, as they walked, Jiang Ning noticed the once dilapidated, chaotic, and desolate manor had been completely renovated.
The entire estate had clearly undergone a thorough makeover.
The flowers, grass, and trees all bore signs of recent trimming.
The air was filled with the scent of freshly cut greenery.
Along the way, Jiang Ning noticed that the entire mansion was adorned with streams of gravel. The sound of flowing water was ever-present, never-ending. As they advanced, the terrain gradually ascended, for the entire Dongling City was characterized by higher ground in the east than in the west. The further east one ventured in the eastern district, the higher the elevation.
Soon, under Lu Yi's guidance, Jiang Ning entered a courtyard closest to the east. The moment he stepped into the courtyard, his gaze was drawn to an artificial lake shimmering with silver scales. The evening breeze brushed across the lake's surface, reflecting the bright moonlight, creating the illusion of countless silver scales dancing on the water.
"Young Master, this is your courtyard. With the help of Inspector Bai, it's all tidied up!"
"Not bad!" Jiang Ning nodded in approval of the courtyard's scenery.
This courtyard was even more spacious than his eastern courtyard in Luo Water County, which was closer to the Luo Water. What he liked most was the artificial lake connecting the courtyard to the external river. For his cultivation, having such a lake was incredibly helpful and convenient. He no longer needed to climb over the wall to enter Luo Water Lake to recover from his cultivation exhaustion, as he had done in Luo Water County. In this courtyard with the artificial lake, he could easily enter the water to restore himself whenever necessary.
The artificial lake was connected to a small river outside, which was also linked to the Nu River flowing through Dongling City.
"Young Master, this is your room!" Lu Yi pushed open the door.
Jiang Ning nodded. "You may go now!"
"Yes, Young Master!" Lu Yi replied and promptly left.
After Lu Yi's departure, Jiang Ning's gaze returned to the dark interior of the room.
"Come out!" he said calmly.
The next moment, a figure in a tight black night cloak and a black face veil emerged from the darkness within the room. Their footsteps were silent as they touched the ground. It was evident they were barefoot.
"Xiao Emei, how did you know this was my room?" Jiang Ning asked nonchalantly.
With just a glance, he recognized the silhouette as Xiao Emei. After all, he had seen her full appearance that night, and with his photographic memory, it was impossible to forget. Tonight, Xiao Emei's attire was identical to that night.
Hearing Jiang Ning's words, Xiao Emei reached behind her head, untied the black face veil, and instantly revealed her beautiful face.
"Young Master, this courtyard is the highest-grade one in the mansion, and there are no signs of habitation. I guessed that it was specially reserved for you."
Xiao Emei smiled lightly as she continued, "Now it seems my guess was right!"
"What brings you here?" Jiang Ning asked as he stepped into the room.
He approached the table and gently ran his fingers across the candle stand, instantly igniting the candle, and the bright flame danced within the room.
Xiao Emei's eyes sparkled with surprise at the sight.
"Today, I found Yu Manyun and tested her intentions. She has no intention of giving up, so I came here tonight to inform you, Young Master, to be cautious of her."
Jiang Ning nodded in response.
"Do you know Yu Manyun's specific strength?" he asked.
"Yu Manyun is slightly stronger than me, but the difference isn't significant!" Xiao Emei replied.
Hearing this, Jiang Ning understood.
He had personally assessed Xiao Emei's strength, so he naturally knew her capabilities. Now, he also had a grasp of Yu Manyun's abilities.
Then, he waved his hand. "I understand. You may go now!"
"Young Master..." Xiao Emei hesitated for a moment before continuing, "I just arrived in Luo Water County, and I don't have a place to stay. May I stay here for the night?"
No place to stay, asking to spend the night.
Hearing Xiao Emei's words, Jiang Ning couldn't help but chuckle inwardly.
Who would believe such words?
The Water Moon Sword Palace had a base in Dongling City. As Xiao Emei's senior sister, how could she not have a place to stay?
Her intention to stay was clearly to employ the beauty trap.
In this aspect, even at critical moments, he wasn't confident he could resist such a strategy.
Moreover, he didn't fancy older women ten years his senior.
"There's no extra bed here. Please leave!" Jiang Ning said.
"We can squeeze!" Xiao Emei hesitated, her eyes wavering as she spoke.
"I don't like sleeping in cramped spaces!" Jiang Ning stated.
Xiao Emei: "..."
After a moment, Jiang Ning pushed open the door.
Jiang Ning's voice echoed from behind, "Remember to close the door!"
"Yes!!!" Xiao Emei clenched her teeth and forcefully uttered the word.
I will change it into a white sleeve to celebrate my birthday, so I could call the gym to work out and was pleasantly surprised.
I will ask to go to the store as soon as possible and would be able to avoid the sun beating the heat, so I could call the gym to take a shower and I was able to leave it at the store and was getting ready to be checked out were young Master, Female,
(End of Chapter)
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