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Chapter 43: A Prominent Figure
Chapter 43: A Prominent Figure
After summarizing the experience from the recent battle, Jiang Ning continued his fist technique practice in his own courtyard.
Ever since residing at the martial arts academy and having his own small courtyard, he spent most of his time practicing in his private space.
Especially after achieving some success in his fist techniques, he rarely went to the front courtyard of the academy.
The entry-level and advanced skills of the Five Beasts Fist were not easily discernible by ordinary disciples.
However, once he reached minor mastery, each move and stance became imbued with flexibility, and as his vital energy gradually strengthened, he could easily perceive the powerful force during practice.
In such a state, even a skilled disciple like Xiao Peng could sense something amiss.
Jiang Ning didn't want to expose his progress to people like Xiao Peng prematurely, as that would only invite trouble.
As for Cheng Ran, the situation was different. After their interactions over the past few days, Jiang Ning had developed a certain level of trust in him, knowing that Cheng Ran was a decent person worth befriending.
[Five Beasts Fist Experience +1]
After finishing his fist technique practice, Jiang Ning opened his panel to take a look.
【Name】: Jiang Ning
【Essence Energy】: 9.2
【Skills】:
Calligraphy and Literacy (Limit Break 568/2000) (Trait: Photographic Memory)
Five Beasts Fist (Minor Mastery 39/500)
Firewood Splitting Blade Technique (Perfection 1000/1000)
Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique (Entry 18/1000)
Today, he had made significant progress.
His vital energy circulation had surpassed one arm, and he was more than halfway to achieving circulation in the second arm.
As he refined his vital energy, his power and physique also strengthened.
However, after entering the Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique, he could only absorb the essence energy of the early morning sun until the eighth hour of the second hour.
This meant that today, his Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique only gained 12 experience points, although it was still less than the experience gained from absorbing the essence energy at sunrise on the first day.
But Jiang Ning felt that his progress was quite noticeable, and as he absorbed the more intense sunlight realm, the enhancement of his organ functions became even more apparent, making his organs stronger and his stamina more enduring.
Every day, Jiang Ning could sense his own improvement.
Moreover, his progress wasn't like that of others, slowing down as time went on, or even coming to a halt.
Whether in the early stages or later stages, his progress never slowed, always steady, advancing step by step.
"I'm just two days away, and in two days, the energy I've accumulated will allow my Firewood Splitting Blade Technique to break through its limit!"
"The increase in blade technique traits should boost my strength! With this, my power will advance further."
"Additionally, my progress in Calligraphy and Literacy has surpassed a quarter of the way! I can't ignore the new traits of this skill and the enhancement of my mental power."
Jiang Ning muttered to himself as he looked at his panel.
"If I can replenish with precious medicinal herbs like ginseng again, my progress will be even faster!"
At this thought, Jiang Ning's heart was filled with anticipation.
Today, Zhou Xing was bound to appear.
Upon meeting Zhou Xing, he could purchase the ten-year ginseng from him, which had greatly aided his progress.
Outside, ten-year ginseng was priced at around fifteen taels of silver per plant, but at Zhou Xing's, it only cost ten taels.
With such a low price and high value, Jiang Ning naturally chose to buy the ginseng from Zhou Xing.
Although this seemed to require some sort of favor in return, in Jiang Ning's eyes, what was a favor worth? Current benefits were the most important.
Seize every opportunity to grow quickly and gain the ability to protect himself.
The ability to protect oneself and those one cares about is the ultimate truth.
In his past life, he had deeply understood the saying, "Those who value face will suffer."
Subsequently,
Jiang Ning continued practicing the Five Beasts Fist in his courtyard.
With each practice, he gained a little experience, and even in the minor mastery stage, the Five Beasts Fist allowed him to refine three strands of vital energy within his body.
Now, with his entry into the Inner Alchemy Cultivation Technique, his internal organs improved, and Jiang Ning could clearly feel his body's capacity for fist practice increasing daily.
Stronger organ functions gave him greater endurance and quicker recovery of stamina.
At the same time, his appetite had also increased compared to before.
For a martial artist, being able to eat well was a good thing.
Only by eating more could he absorb enough energy for his growth.
The previous night, when having dinner with Wang Jin, Jiang Ning noticed that Wang Jin had already sensed his unusual appetite. Wang Jin didn't say much at the time; he merely told Jiang Ning not to hold back and to eat more.
At lunchtime,
Everyone gathered around a table, forming a rectangle, with people on both sides. Wang Jin sat at the head of the long table.
On the table were baskets of large white steamed buns, vegetables, and meat with fat for each person. This was the daily lunch provided by the Canglang Martial Academy.
There were plenty of buns and vegetables, but only one bowl of meat per person, ensuring that each disciple could have some meat and oil every day.
This way, they wouldn't easily overtrain and exhaust their bodies.
After a morning of practicing martial arts, everyone's stomachs were rumbling with hunger.
As soon as they sat down, they eagerly grabbed the food on the table and devoured it.
At the head of the table, Wang Jin sipped his post-meal tea, cleansing his stomach.
He observed the ravenous crowd with a calm expression, occasionally nodding slightly, seemingly satisfied.
Suddenly, a disciple rushed into the hall from outside.
He approached Wang Jin, clasping his fists and bowing.
"Pavilion Master, there's a visitor outside who says his name is Shen Congyun."
"Congyun?"
Wang Jin's expression was one of surprise, and he abruptly stood up.
The chair he had been sitting on slid back, making a 'bang bang' sound.
This sudden commotion caught the attention of everyone, including Jiang Ning.
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Shen Congyun? Upon hearing these three words, Jiang Ning was also slightly surprised.
Shen Congyun is the main and deputy lord of Wanhua Tower in Luoshui County.
Although he is a deputy lord, Wanhua Tower is a superpower spread across the nine provinces of Great Xia. Almost every state, prefecture, and county in Great Xia has a Wanhua Tower.
Wanhua Tower's business is simple—they cater to martial artists.
They offer martial arts techniques, secret manuals, precious medicines, divine weapons, protective armor, and various intelligence information.
At Wanhua Tower, as long as you have enough silver, you can buy most of the resources needed for martial arts cultivation.
From low-level techniques to the fundamental methods of grandmasters and grandmaster-level masters, everything is available at Wanhua Tower if you have the money.
With such a vast influence, even though Shen Congyun is just a deputy lord of a branch in Luoshui County, his status is still extremely high there. In the eyes of the local dignitaries, he is undoubtedly a big shot.
Whether it's the County Governor of Luoshui County, who holds the seventh rank, or the three major local families, Cao, Liu, and Xie, they all have to give him some face.
The reason Wanhua Tower is present in various provinces, prefectures, and counties is that they have always maintained a neutral business stance, fostering harmony and prosperity. They never interfere in conflicts between different forces.
Only absolute neutrality can earn the trust of various powers.
In Great Xia, no matter how strong a force is, can it surpass the Great Xia court?
"Strange, what is Shen Congyun doing here to visit the teacher?" Cheng Ran, sitting next to Jiang Ning, asked with a puzzled expression.
"Brother Jiang, do you know?" He then turned to Jiang Ning.
Jiang Ning shook his head slightly. "How would I know?"
"Could it be because of that matter?" Cheng Ran seemed deep in thought.
"What matter?" Jiang Ning asked.
Cheng Ran explained, "I heard that because the Patrol Bureau is about to open its mansion, many local powers are investing in potential candidates for the bureau. After all, Brother Jiang, you know that once we successfully enter the bureau, backed by the Martial Sage in the Patrol Bureau, and with the power of execute first and report later, it's like leaping over the dragon gate."
"Investing to enhance martial arts strength before entering the bureau is like offering charcoal in the snow. It's a favor, and many people are willing to make such investments."
Hearing this, Jiang Ning nodded in agreement.
"This is indeed a good investment with high value."
Cheng Ran continued, "But what's strange is that with Shen Congyun's status as the deputy lord of Wanhua Tower, even if Wanhua Tower makes an investment, why would he personally get involved?"
"Moreover, from what I know, Wanhua Tower doesn't invest in talents lightly. They only invest in true martial arts prodigies."
"A county's Patrol Bureau isn't worth Wanhua Tower's effort to invest, let alone for a big shot like Shen Congyun to get involved. Wanhua Tower probably wouldn't even look at such a small return, even if it's successful."
Meanwhile, Wang Jin stepped out of the hall.
Shen Congyun.
Thinking of this person, Wang Jin felt a surge of warmth.
He had been stuck at the peak of the seventh rank for many years, but with the help of Shen Congyun, he finally saw an opportunity to advance further.
Wang Jin quickened his pace, swiftly crossing Qianyuan and heading towards the martial arts academy's entrance.
As he stepped over the threshold, Wang Jin saw a middle-aged man outside, dressed in gray, with a scholarly demeanor and slightly white temples.
"Brother Shen!!"
Wang Jin approached Shen Congyun, his fists clenched in a respectful gesture.
"Brother Wang!" The man, who appeared to be in his forties, smiled amiably and returned the gesture.
"Brother Shen, you suddenly came to visit without any prior notice. I didn't even have time to prepare good wine and meat to treat you."
Shen Congyun smiled, "I'm sorry for the sudden visit."
"You're being too polite. Since we call each other brothers, my home is also yours, Brother Shen. Feel free to come by anytime."
Upon hearing this, Shen Congyun smiled, "Brother Wang, you're not inviting me in for a seat."
"Please, please, please!" Wang Jin gestured, and the two of them walked side by side into the martial arts academy.
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