Chapter 77: Gaining Benefits

Chapter 77: Gaining Benefits

In the courtyard, Jiang Ning stood under a tree, deep in thought.

The sudden turn of events that day had caught him completely off guard.

Whether it was Cao Bin's sudden arrest, Cao Rong's intervention, or Shen Congyun's arrival, all had exceeded his expectations.

After a while, Jiang Ning reviewed everything that had just happened and shook his head.

"Ultimately, it's because I'm too weak and lack power or influence!"

"Fortunately, I've gained the attention of a prominent figure like Shen Congyun."

"But Wang Jin's words were also right! Relying on others is not a long-term solution; I must strengthen myself."

"Moreover, Wang Jin's words make sense. Shen Congyun's intervention broke the rules of Wan Hua Tower."

"If he's punished by the headquarters of Wan Hua Tower and loses his authority, the Cao family might not be as compliant as they were today."

After that, Jiang Ning clenched his fist, and as his vital energy circulated, he contemplated his current state.

"To take control of my future and prevent situations like today from happening again, I must strengthen myself as soon as possible."

"I hope Wang Jin's help tomorrow will be beneficial."

Then, he recalled Shen Congyun's departing words, asking him to thoroughly memorize the subsequent cultivation methods of the Inner Alchemy Vitality Technique and go to Wan Hua Tower as soon as possible.

"I hope Shen Congyun can also give me some help," he muttered to himself.

In the blink of an eye, night fell.

Jiang Ning, carrying the golden papers containing the subsequent cultivation methods of the Inner Alchemy Vitality Technique, headed to Wan Hua Tower to meet with Shen Congyun.

After a long while, Jiang Ning left Wan Hua Tower and headed straight for the outer city.

In the outer city, Jiang Ning walked along familiar paths.

Turning a corner, he saw the house he had lived in for over a decade and, at the entrance of the small courtyard enclosed by a bamboo fence, his older brother, Jiang Li, eagerly awaiting his arrival.

As Jiang Li spotted Jiang Ning, a smile spread across his face.

"Big Brother!" Jiang Ning called out as he approached.

Jiang Li took a few quick steps forward and patted Jiang Ning's shoulder firmly. "Your physique has improved significantly; practicing martial arts indeed has its benefits!"

Jiang Ning smiled and asked, "Is everything alright with you, Big Brother?"

Jiang Li waved his hand dismissively. "There's nothing to worry about! As soon as your sister-in-law and I were taken to the county magistrate's office, we were immediately released."

"How are Xiao Doubao and Jiang Yiming?" Jiang Ning inquired.

Jiang Li chuckled, "Rest assured, thanks to your intervention, such a prominent figure came to our aid."

"Does Big Brother know everything?" Jiang Ning asked.

"I know most of it," Jiang Li replied. "With a figure like Shen Congyun speaking up, this matter will be resolved."

"It should be resolved," Jiang Ning added. "I'll go check on Xiao Doubao and Jiang Yiming."

The two brothers entered the small courtyard.

"Sister-in-law!" Jiang Ning addressed Liu Wanwan.

Liu Wanwan looked at Jiang Ning with complex emotions and bowed politely. "Jiang Ning, thank you!"

"Sister-in-law, this is unnecessary!" Jiang Ning quickly spoke up.

Liu Wanwan shook her head. "I'm not only your sister-in-law but also Xiao Doubao and Jiang Yiming's mother! If not for you today, not only Xiao Doubao and Jiang Yiming but also your brother and I would have suffered a terrible fate, even enduring humiliation!"

"Thank you!" Liu Wanwan bowed again.

"Sister-in-law, we're family, no need for formalities," Jiang Ning said.

Liu Wanwan smiled softly. "Shall we eat first? The food is ready."

"I'll go see Xiao Doubao and Jiang Yiming first," Jiang Ning said.

Liu Wanwan nodded.

Jiang Ning entered the house.

"Uncle!" Jiang Yiming called out to Jiang Ning, putting down his book and standing up from his chair.

Jiang Ning walked over and looked down at the book, which was a text for the imperial examination.

He ruffled Jiang Yiming's hair and said, "Study hard. If you had passed the imperial examination, you wouldn't have nearly ended up in jail today."

Jiang Yiming nodded firmly. "Uncle, I'll study diligently. We're all safe today thanks to you."

After saying this, Jiang Yiming bowed to Jiang Ning.

"You little rascal!" Jiang Ning laughed, ruffling his hair again.

"I'll go check on Xiao Doubao," Jiang Ning said.

"Xiao Doubao just fell asleep from the scare. You don't need to bother her," Jiang Yiming replied.

Jiang Ning shook his head. "It's fine, I'll just take a look."

Entering the room, Jiang Ning saw Xiao Doubao sound asleep on the bed, drooling slightly.

Seeing this scene, Jiang Ning couldn't help but smile.

His older brother's family was safe and sound.

A sense of relief washed over him.

They drank and ate in the courtyard.

The moon rose high in the sky.

"I should head back," Jiang Ning said.

"Be careful," Jiang Li nodded.

As Jiang Ning left the familiar small courtyard, he turned back for one last look before departing.

He knew that the peace was temporary, maintained only by Shen Congyun's influence.

Moreover, during their meeting at Wan Hua Tower, Shen Congyun had revealed something significant.

These past two days, Shen Congyun might be leaving Luoshui County.

Although Shen Congyun didn't explicitly state the reason, Jiang Ning had a rough idea of what it might be.

It was because Shen Congyun had broken the rules of Wan Hua Tower.

Such a powerful force would undoubtedly have strict regulations.

While Shen Congyun was a prominent figure in Luoshui County, within the vast Wan Hua Tower, which spanned the thirty-six prefectures of the Nine Provinces, he was just an ordinary member.

Upon learning that Shen Congyun might be leaving, Jiang Ning realized that to achieve true security, he would ultimately have to rely on himself.

Relying on others was not a long-term solution.

If Shen Congyun were to leave, it would be difficult for him to return in a short time.

At that time, without Shen Congyun's deterrence, Jiang Ning wouldn't know if the Cao family would change their minds.

He dared not take that risk.

Because he couldn't afford to lose.

The next day.

Jiang Ning woke up in his bed.

【Name】: Jiang Ning

【Essence Energy】: 6.8

【Skills】:

Word Recognition (One-Time Limit Break 732/2000) (Characteristic: Photographic Memory)



Five Beasts Fist (Minor Success 268/500)



Firewood Splitting Blade Technique (One-Time Limit Break 2000/2000) (Characteristic: Inductive Reasoning)



Neidan Cultivation Art (Beginner 58/1000)



Tideblade Technique (Mastery 0/200)



Yesterday's unexpected event had caused him to fall behind in his cultivation.

His Essence Energy had only increased slightly, much less than previous days.

His progress in Fist Technique experience was also minimal, causing a significant delay.

After washing up, Jiang Ning began practicing his fist techniques.

【Five Beasts Fist Experience +2】

【Five Beasts Fist Experience +2】

【Five Beasts Fist Experience +2】

【Skills】: Five Beasts Fist (Minor Success 274/500)



After practicing the fist technique three times consecutively, Jiang Ning's Five Beasts Fist experience increased by six points, and his Qi and Blood Power within his body grew by nine strands.

The eastern sky was already dyed red by the morning glow, turning half the sky into a crimson hue.

As the great sun was about to rise, Jiang Ning's heart was filled with excitement.

After meeting Shen Congyun the previous night, Jiang Ning had received a favor from him.

This favor included five bottles of Vitality Pills and Shen Congyun's future arrangements for Jiang Ning.

According to Shen Congyun, after Jiang Ning's Qi and Blood were fully cultivated, he could seek out Lin Qingyi, the Vice Lord of Wan Hua Tower, who held information about Shen Congyun's future plans for him.

The five bottles of Vitality Pills were handed to Jiang Ning that very night.

Shen Congyun explained that by taking one Vitality Pill every morning before absorbing the Solar Essence, he could protect his organs and reduce the pain caused by the Solar Essence's scorching heat.

Additionally, it would increase the efficiency of absorbing the Solar Essence and enhance the progress of his Neidan Cultivation Art.

These five bottles of Vitality Pills would last him approximately half a year.

They were extremely important auxiliary items.

Now, with the guidance technique for the Neidan Cultivation Art that he had previously lacked, Jiang Ning's heart was filled with anticipation.

With these two factors combined, he wondered how much his Neidan Cultivation Art experience efficiency would increase.

Ever since learning about the grade of this cultivation technique the previous day, he had placed great importance on it.

The Neidan Cultivation Art was a supreme art, ranked among the top-tier cultivation methods.

Jiang Ning had only heard rumors about supreme arts before, but each one was said to be incredibly powerful and capable of reaching the pinnacle of cultivation.

If he could break through in the Neidan Cultivation Art, it would undoubtedly provide a significant boost to his strength.

Strength was the foundation of his survival.

With this extraordinary cultivation interface, as long as he worked hard, he could break through any cultivation technique to perfection and even surpass limits, reaching unimaginable heights.

Just like his Firewood Splitting Blade Technique, a seemingly ordinary farming technique, had not only granted him incredible characteristics after breaking limits but also endowed him with immense explosive power.

Therefore, Jiang Ning eagerly anticipated breaking through this so-called supreme art, the Neidan Cultivation Art.

Each breakthrough would significantly enhance his strength.

For this reason, he was filled with anticipation at this moment.

He wondered how much his efficiency in absorbing the Great Sun Essence Energy would increase with the aid of the Vitality Pills and the guidance technique.

How fast would his experience points accumulate! It was crucial to understand that the faster he gained experience points, the shorter the time required to break through to the next level of the Neidan Cultivation Art.

A moment later.

The fiery sun slowly rose from the east.

Jiang Ning sat cross-legged in the courtyard, having already taken a Vitality Pill. He felt a cool sensation spreading through his organs as the pill entered his body, causing his entire body to shiver.

In this state, he quietly awaited the sun's full rise.

After reaching the beginner stage of the Neidan Cultivation Art, he could only absorb the Great Sun Essence Energy after sunrise, which would further temper his organs and increase his experience points in this cultivation technique.

Therefore, the full rise of the sun was the perfect opportunity to absorb the Great Sun Essence Energy.

Soon after.

In just about a minute.

The sun completely emerged.

Facing the east, Jiang Ning stared at the newly risen sun and began to circulate the absorption technique described in the Neidan Cultivation Art.

The next moment.

Jiang Ning felt a scorching heat, like a fire snake, surging into his nasal cavity and spreading through his organs.

(End of Chapter)

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