Chapter 350: Nearing Perfection of Inner Core Nourishing Technique

Chapter 350: Nearing Perfection of Inner Core Nourishing Technique

Upon returning to the manor, Jiang Ning stepped over the threshold and entered the front courtyard. Liu Wanwan came out from inside the house.

"Thank you, Sister-in-Law. I was just feeling a bit hungry, so I'll have some more!" Jiang Ning smiled.

Although he could now eat or not as he pleased, he didn't refuse Liu Wanwan's kindness.

Moreover, returning home to a warm meal and hot dishes waiting for him made him feel a sense of warmth.

Having family around prevented him from feeling alone in the world.

It prevented him from feeling like he was the only person left in the world at certain moments.

Especially for someone who has lived two lifetimes, he cherished the feeling of family even more.

"Alright!" Liu Wanwan smiled and said, "I'll go get some for you right away!"

After saying this, Liu Wanwan hurried towards the direction of the kitchen.

"After you returned, Sister Wanwan has been praising you all the time!" Lu Yi, who was following behind, giggled.

Jiang Ning also smiled upon hearing this.

A moment later.

In the hall.

"How's the taste?" Liu Wanwan asked.

"It's delicious!" Jiang Ning stopped scooping the rice and gave a thumbs up, "Sister-in-Law's cooking is still the best!"

Hearing this, Liu Wanwan smiled gently.

Then she gathered her emotions.

"Ning, thank you today. It's all thanks to you. Otherwise, Li Ge and Ming'er would have suffered at their hands."

"It's all because of the bond of parenthood that can't be forgotten!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning put down his bowl and chopsticks again.

"Sister-in-Law, how can we blame you for this!"

"The gratitude towards parents who raised us, how can we, as their children, easily sever this bond?"

"Moreover, it's too awkward for Sister-in-Law to say these words. We are all family, we are one family!"

"Family..." Liu Wanwan murmured, then smiled, "Ning is right, we are one family!"

Seeing this, Jiang Ning also smiled.

Then he turned and looked towards the direction of the main gate.

Jiang Li, Jiang Yiming, and the little bun all appeared.

"How come Big Brother is here too!" Jiang Ning exclaimed.

"I came to see my little brother!" Jiang Li said.

In an instant.

The three of them approached Jiang Ning.

"Uncle, thank you so much!" Jiang Yiming stood by the dining table and spoke earnestly.

Then he suddenly took out a wine cup from his body, and Jiang Li also took out a small wine pot and handed it to Jiang Yiming.

After filling his own cup, Jiang Yiming said, "Uncle, I raise this glass to you!"

He then drank it all in one go.

"What are you two doing?" Jiang Ning looked at the scene before him and shook his head helplessly.

Then he said, "We are all family, no need to be so formal!"

Jiang Yiming said, "Today, it's all thanks to Uncle. Otherwise, with the Liu family's show of force, I would have been in trouble. I owe you this drink."

"Alright!" Jiang Ning nodded.

Then he asked, "Did Big Brother bring a wine cup too?"

"I have some here!" Liu Wanwan replied.

She took out several wine cups from the cabinet next to her.

"Yiming, fill this for me!"

"Yes, Uncle!" Jiang Yiming replied and carefully poured the wine from the pot into the cup in front of Jiang Ning.

As the clear wine filled the cup.

Jiang Ning picked up the cup.

"This cup of wine, I raise to you, for fulfilling your duty as an elder brother, protecting your sister, and for standing up bravely without fear of danger to uphold your parents' honor."

"At the same time, I hope that through today's events, you will understand a principle."

"Don't regret in moments of despair that you didn't work hard enough in the past!"

After saying these words, Jiang Ning also drank the wine in one go.

Seeing this, Jiang Yiming was deeply moved.

He immediately refilled his cup.

"Thank you for your teachings, Uncle!" After saying this, he also finished his drink.

At this moment, because they drank quickly, and the wine was strong with a lingering aftertaste.

Jiang Yiming was clearly choked by the wine, struggling to suppress his urge to cough, and his face turned red instantly.

After two or three breaths.

Jiang Ning said, "Go ahead and cough if you need to!"

As his voice fell.

Jiang Yiming's mouth erupted in a violent coughing fit.

"Yiming, at your age, you should also learn to drink!" Jiang Ning said, "As a man, you can choose not to drink, but you can't not know how to drink."

"At the same time, you shouldn't become an alcoholic, nor should you let alcohol control your actions."

Hearing this, Jiang Yiming said earnestly, "Thank you for your teachings, Uncle!"

After thoroughly eating and drinking their fill.

Led by Lu Yi, Jiang Ning walked towards his own courtyard.

Under the moonlight.

Along the way.

Jiang Ning also noticed that the once dilapidated, chaotic, and desolate manor had become well-organized.

The entire manor had obviously been renovated.

The flowers and trees all showed signs of recent pruning.

In the air, one could still smell the scent of cut grass and trees.

Along the way, Jiang Ning also saw streams of pebbles covering the entire manor.

The sound of flowing water was ever-present.

As they advanced, the terrain gradually ascended.

After all, the entire Dongling City had a higher terrain in the east than in the west.

The further east 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, a man-made lake with shimmering silver scales caught his eyes.

The evening breeze brushed the lake's surface, reflecting the bright moonlight.

It was as if millions of silver scales were dancing on the water.

"Young Master, this is your courtyard. With Inspector Bai's help, everything has been prepared!"

"Not bad!" Jiang Ning nodded in approval as he took in the scenery.

This courtyard was even more spacious than his eastern courtyard in Luoshui County, which was close to Luoshui Lake.

What he liked most was the man-made lake connecting to the external river.

For him, having such a lake was extremely helpful and convenient for his cultivation.

Unlike in Luoshui County, where he had to climb over the wall to enter Luoshui Lake to recover after intense cultivation.

In this courtyard with the man-made lake, he could enter the lake at any time to restore his energy.

This man-made lake was connected to a one-zhang-wide river outside and also linked to the Nu River that flowed through Dongling City.

"Young Master, this is your room!" Lu Yi pushed open the door.

Jiang Ning nodded, "You may leave now."

"Yes, Young Master!" Lu Yi replied and left immediately.

After Lu Yi left, Jiang Ning's gaze returned to the dark room ahead.

"Come out!" He said calmly.

The next moment, a figure in a black tight-fitting night outfit with a black mask emerged slowly from the darkness.

Their feet touched the ground silently.

It was evident that they were barefoot.

"Xiao Emei, how did you know this is my room?" Jiang Ning asked calmly.

With just a glance, he recognized the silhouette as Xiao Emei's.

After all, he had seen Xiao Emei's appearance that night and had an eidetic memory, making it hard to forget.

Tonight, Xiao Emei's attire was identical to that night.

Hearing Jiang Ning's words, Xiao Emei immediately reached behind her head to untie the black mask, revealing her beautiful face.

"Master, this courtyard is the highest-grade one in the manor, and there are no signs of habitation. I guessed it was specially prepared for you."

Xiao Emei smiled lightly, "It seems my guess was right!"

"Why did you come to see me?" Jiang Ning asked as he stepped into the room.

He then approached the table, lightly swiped his finger across the candlestick, and the candle wick ignited, casting a bright light in the room.

Xiao Emei's eyes sparkled with surprise at this sight.

"Today, I found Yu Manyun and tested her intentions. She hasn't given up at all, so I came to inform you tonight to be cautious and not take her lightly."

Hearing this, Jiang Ning nodded.

"Do you know Yu Manyun's exact strength?" he asked.

"Yu Manyun is slightly stronger than me, but the difference isn't significant!" Xiao Emei replied.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning understood.

He had personally assessed Xiao Emei's strength, so he was well aware.

He now had a good grasp of Yu Manyun's abilities.

Then, Jiang Ning waved his hand.

"I understand, you can go now!"

"Master..." Xiao Emei hesitated for a moment before continuing, "I just arrived in Luoshui County today and I don't have a place to stay. Can I stay here for the night?"

No place to stay, asking for a night's lodging.

Hearing Xiao Emei's words, Jiang Ning couldn't help but smile wryly.

Who would believe such words?

The Water-Moon Sword Palace had a base in Dongling City.

Xiao Emei, as the senior sister of the Water-Moon Sword Palace, would definitely have her own residence.

She was trying to use her beauty to seduce him.

Even he himself wasn't sure if he could resist such a scheme.

Moreover, he didn't like older women who were ten years his senior.

"There's no extra bed here, please leave!" Jiang Ning said.

"We can squeeze!" Xiao Emei hesitated, her eyes uncertain.

"I don't like sleeping squeezed!" Jiang Ning stated.

Xiao Emei: "..."

After a moment, Jiang Ning pushed open the door.

Jiang Ning's voice came from behind, "Remember to close the door!"

"Yes!!!" Xiao Emei clenched her teeth and forced out the word.

Then she closed the door and instantly fell into self-doubt.

"Could it be that I'm not pretty or have a bad figure?"

The thought arose, and she looked down at her figure.

She could see her flat stomach and feet.

The next moment, her body moved, and she vanished from Jiang Ning's courtyard like a ghost.

Even under the bright moonlight, her figure was hard to capture.

Inside the house.

Although it wasn't late at night yet, Jiang Ning chose to take off his clothes and go straight to bed.

After days of traveling back and forth, even with his robust physique, he felt a bit tired.

As he lay in bed, he immediately smelled the scent of the sun on the bedding.

It was a scent he used to love.

When he was young, he thought it was the smell of sunlight.

Later, he learned that it was the smell of dust mites being killed by the sun.

The next day.

A ray of sunlight shone through the window lattice, casting a slanted beam onto the bed.

Jiang Ning's eyes flickered slightly, and he trembled a few times before slowly opening his eyes.

The room was now brightly lit by the rising sun.

"I didn't expect to sleep so long this time?"

Jiang Ning slowly got up and looked out the window at the distant horizon.

At this moment, the sun rose behind the mountains, and golden light enveloped the entire sky, making the mountains behind him seem gilded.

The sky in the east was filled with colorful clouds.

"This weather looks like it's about to change!" Jiang Ning sighed inwardly.

Then he turned over and got out of bed, opening the panel.

【Source Energy】: 3533.31

【Skills】:

Literary Knowledge (Six times limit break 2766/7000) (Characteristics: Photographic Memory, Extraordinary Senses, Quick Thinking, Outstanding Comprehension, Divine Vision, Extraordinary Sixth Sense)



Inner Core Nourishing Technique (Minor Accomplishment 4788/5000)



"Just one step away from Major Accomplishment in Inner Core Nourishing Technique, I hope the weather doesn't get worse!"

He looked out the window towards the eastern sky with concern.

The colorful clouds filled the sky, and in his memory, such a day often brought sudden changes in weather.

As these thoughts crossed his mind.

He pushed open the door, wearing white, thin pants and a shirt.

"Huala—"

At this moment.

A wave splashed in the lake ahead, and Jiang Ning saw a golden-red shadow flash by.

"Linglong, come out!" He spoke.

His voice fell.

In less than a breath, a carp with golden-red scales and a tail fin like the morning clouds appeared before him.

The carp floated on the water's surface, looking at Jiang Ning and blowing bubbles without saying a word.

"Linglong, why are you here? Didn't I tell you to stay in my niece's courtyard?"

"Master!" The carp's voice, tinged with fear, echoed in the lake, "I'll go back now!"

His voice fell.

The carp flicked its tail and swam through the lake like a rainbow.

"Come back!" Jiang Ning said.

As soon as his voice fell.

The rainbow-like carp that had just passed through the lake suddenly drew a graceful arc and then stopped in front of Jiang Ning.

She floated on the surface of the lake, looking at Jiang Ning and blowing bubbles.

"Forget it, you don't have to go back! Just stay in the lake and be a pet fish!"

"Okay, Master!" Linglong's voice was filled with joy.

Then she said, "Linglong also wants to be closer to Master. I feel a sense of warmth from you, Master."

"Then stay here! Anyway, with Old Turtle here, your few decades of cultivation won't be of much use!"

Hearing these words.

Instead of feeling discouraged by Jiang Ning's belittlement, the carp was filled with joy.

She happily swam around in the lake, leaving rainbow-like trails, looking quite beautiful.

Seeing this, Jiang Ning also smiled.

Then he pondered for a moment.

"Linglong, come here!"

His voice rang out.

The rainbow-like carp instantly appeared in front of her.

Jiang Ning then bent his finger, and the blood that had condensed on his fingertip drew a parabola in the air before falling into the lake.

Linglong saw this.

Splash—

She flicked her tail and leaped out of the water, sucking in the drop of blood in an instant.

"Go and call the old turtle!" Jiang Ning said.

"Yes, Master!" Linglong replied.

Then she transformed into a rainbow-like carp and dashed out of the lake, rushing along the stream towards the courtyard where the old turtle was.

Originally, Jiang Ning had arranged for both the old turtle and the carp to stay in the courtyard where Jiang Li and Liu Wanwan lived.

This was also for their protection.

To prevent any unexpected incidents.

Now, the carp had been granted special privileges and was relieved of this duty, as Jiang Ning found its appearance beautiful, making it an excellent pet fish.

Being beautiful always has its advantages, and it's easier to receive a bit of favor.

(End of Chapter)

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