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Chapter 40: The Current Situation
Chapter 40: The Current Situation
At this moment, Jiang Ning had a vague idea of what the fragmented Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique was referring to when it mentioned unleashing hidden power.
The human body's internal organs held many secrets. In his previous life, he had heard stories of mothers lifting cars to save their children, their potential bursting forth in moments of crisis.
Such examples were countless.
If one could unlock this hidden potential, they could exhibit strength beyond the ordinary.
These hidden powers, like adrenaline, were concealed within the internal organs.
Jiang Ning was well aware that mastering this ability would give him a significant edge.
"But to gain these one thousand experience points in the technique won't be an overnight achievement!"
Jiang Ning muttered to himself as he looked at the progress bar for the Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique on his status panel.
After a brief rest, feeling no abnormalities in his organs, he continued his practice while the hour of the rabbit was still in progress and the hour of the dragon had not yet arrived.
Facing the recently risen sun, he began to practice the breathing technique described in the Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique.
[Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique Experience +1]
[Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique Experience +1]
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He continued this practice until the hour of the dragon was about to begin.
[Skill]: Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique (Entry Level 6/1000)
That night, Jiang Ning took out two silver ingots from his pocket, his expression complex.
Each ingot weighed ten taels, making them twenty taels in total.
This twenty taels of silver had been personally delivered to him at the martial arts academy's front gate by a sheriff, who had been sent by his older brother, Jiang Li, earlier that afternoon.
Jiang Ning's eyes revealed a hint of guilt.
"Twenty taels of silver! I wonder where my brother borrowed this money!"
He shook his head, sighing inwardly.
"Forget it, no point in dwelling on this!"
"The most important thing now is to improve my strength. Only by enhancing my abilities can I change my destiny and that of my brother's family!"
"Once I reach the entry rank in martial arts and enter the Patrol Bureau, I'll bring my brother and sister-in-law to live in the inner city!"
"I'll repay my brother and sister-in-law's kindness in the future!"
Jiang Ning made a silent decision in his heart.
He put the twenty taels of silver into his pocket and continued to grind away at his fist technique experience.
The next day, at the fourth hour of the dragon, after the martial arts academy opened its doors, Cheng Ran entered and left the front courtyard with Jiang Ning, heading towards Jiang Ning's residence.
As they stepped into the small courtyard, Jiang Ning spoke up.
"Senior Brother Cheng, how is it?"
Cheng Ran nodded, "Your guess was right. There were indeed two people from the Green Serpent Gang keeping watch at the academy's entrance."
"The Green Serpent Gang?"
Cheng Ran explained, "Luo Shui County has three major gangs: the Green Serpent Gang, the Black Tiger Gang, and the Bamboo Gang. Each gang is backed by a powerful family. The Green Serpent Gang is involved in water transportation and human trafficking and is supported by the Cao family."
"As expected!" Jiang Ning nodded, not at all surprised.
Cheng Ran looked at Jiang Ning, "Regarding the other matter you asked me to investigate, I've also found some answers. A few days ago, the local government took action against the Worshipping God Sect but suffered a setback, which has emboldened the sect in the outer city these past few days."
"However, your brother and sister-in-law are safe and sound. The patrols around their home have increased in frequency, and there's been no unrest in that area."
Hearing that his brother and sister-in-law were safe so far, Jiang Ning breathed a sigh of relief.
"That's good!"
Cheng Ran turned to Jiang Ning, "As for the investigation you requested on Xu Yunfeng, I've also made some progress. Xu Yunfeng has no record of using his abilities, but his last recorded action was capturing a fleeing criminal who had committed a violent offense. The criminal was not weak; he was a martial artist who had achieved perfection in vital energy and successfully circulated it through his limbs."
Jiang Ning said, "In that case, Xu Yunfeng is probably like you, Senior Brother, with perfect vital energy and about to reach the entry rank."
Cheng Ran nodded, "Most likely. He's a man of Cao Bin, backed by the Cao family. If he reaches the entry rank in martial arts, his position and status in the government will surely improve. As the saying goes, 'The people do not contend with the officials.' It's not good that you've caught his attention, Jiang Ning."
Jiang Ning sighed, "There's nothing we can do about it!"
"Indeed, there's nothing we can do!" Cheng Ran agreed, nodding. "It's purely unfortunate that Cao Bin suddenly took an interest in your sister-in-law. I, Cheng Ran, am insignificant and lack the influence to ask my father to intervene and request a favor from Cao Bin to spare your sister-in-law."
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"I appreciate your kindness, Senior Brother Cheng!" Jiang Ning thanked him with a bow.
But in his heart, he shook his head silently. After analyzing the situation repeatedly, he believed that regardless of whether Cao Bin had ulterior motives, the matter was not as simple as it seemed.
The conflict mainly involved the County Governor, an influential figure from across the river, and the local power struggle.
His older brother and sister-in-law were caught in this vortex, and while Cao Bin's personal interests might have played a role, the primary reason was still the clash between these two forces.
Now that his brother had been chosen as a pawn in this struggle, it was impossible for Cheng Ran to ask his father to intervene. Even if his father did step in, the Cao family would not let it go so easily.
"I must rely on myself for everything!" Jiang Ning muttered to himself.
"Becoming a direct disciple of Wang Jin can alleviate the initial crisis."
"Joining the Patrol Bureau and having their support will truly resolve this situation."
Jiang Ning spoke to himself quietly.
Cheng Ran continued, "Regarding the other matter that Jiang Shidi entrusted to me, finding suitable medicinal herbs for cultivation. I've looked into it, and ten-year-old ginseng is the most suitable, offering the best value for Jiang Shidi!"
"The market price for ten-year-old ginseng is fifteen silver taels, but Jiang Shidi, you should go to Senior Brother Zhou Xing. He can offer it for ten silver taels, which is about five taels cheaper than the market price."
"Senior Brother Zhou Xing's family is one of the largest medicinal suppliers in Luo Shui County. This ten-silver price is probably their cost price, making it a great deal."
"This afternoon, during the Tiger Roars Out event, Senior Brother Zhou Xing will most likely come to the martial arts academy. At that time, Jiang Shidi can find him to purchase the ten-year-old ginseng."
After listening attentively, Jiang Ning bowed again, "Thank you for your help these past few days, Senior Brother Cheng!"
Cheng Ran laughed heartily, "Jiang Shidi, you're too polite. If it weren't for your help a couple of days ago, I wouldn't be standing here talking to you today!"
"The entry slot for the Patrol Bureau would have been even more out of reach for me. Jiang Shidi truly helped me out, giving me a chance to compete with Xiao Peng for this qualification."
As he spoke, Cheng Ran displayed a vigorous and energetic demeanor, which puzzled Jiang Ning, "Senior Brother Cheng, you seem to have fully recovered from your injuries?"
"Indeed!" Cheng Ran smiled and nodded, "My father, upon learning of my desire to join the Patrol Bureau, knew it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. He spent a fortune to buy a Great Returning Pill, and within a day, my injuries were healed, and my vital energy increased by more than ten percent!"
Cheng Ran clenched his fist as he spoke, "I must seize the opportunity to reclaim what was lost the other day and let Xiao Peng experience the pain of injury."
"Senior Brother Cheng, you have great spirit!" Jiang Ning praised.
Cheng Ran chuckled, "I can't stand that Xiao Peng. He's too cunning, hiding his true intentions. I almost fell into his trap!"
"It's a shame," Cheng Ran said, looking at Jiang Ning with regret, "Jiang Shidi, your talent for learning fist techniques is the most outstanding I've ever seen. To reach this level after just a few days of training... If you had started martial arts a year or two earlier, this slot wouldn't be up for grabs by Xiao Peng, but it wouldn't be for me either. It seems this has turned out in my favor!"
Jiang Ning smiled and shook his head, "There's nothing to regret. Who can predict the future? Being able to learn martial arts is already a step towards breaking free from an ordinary life, and I'm content with that. Where I'll end up in the future ultimately depends on myself!"
"Jiang Shidi, you're so open-minded! I admire you!" Cheng Ran clenched his fist and bowed, then patted his chest, "Rest assured, Jiang Shidi, with me here, that Xiao Peng won't easily get the entry slot. I'll definitely compete with him!"
Jiang Ning smiled but didn't say more.
He had never discussed his intention to compete for the entry slot with anyone, and he wasn't going to start now.
(End of Chapter)
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