bookandnovel Chapter 27 Nourishing the Spirit
Chapter 27 Nourishing the Spirit
Name: Lu Yuan
Age: 16
[Technique: Eight Forms of Breaking the Edge (38021/50000 Entering Posture)]
[Tiger-Taming Stance Body Tempering (35193/30000 Perfection, Breakthrough Possible?)]
【Golden Bell Cover (28918/50000 entry points)】
[The Wolf-Chasing Archery Technique (10324/10000 Mastery, should it be upgraded?)]
【"Wedge Formation" (46819/50000 (Entry))】
Looking at the data, Lu Yuan immediately chose to break through, and the next moment his body underwent an astonishing change.
After his transformation, every inch of his muscles was strengthened again, and his cells became more active, seemingly storing enormous energy.
This makes Lu Yuan's every move more powerful and destructive.
【Tiger-Taming Stance Body Tempering (5193/50000 Spirit Cultivation)】
At this moment, every inch of Lu Yuan's skin contained divine charm and possessed divine essence.
Its defensive capabilities have increased immeasurably compared to the past.
He didn't know what changes had occurred in his body, but he understood that he had embarked on a path that others could not fathom.
Although he hadn't broken through to a higher realm, he was certain that if he encountered a master of tendon refinement now, even if it was the centurion of the Iron Falcon, he could kill him within a few moves.
He had absolutely no chance of escaping.
Then, Lu Yuan simultaneously felt that the strength in his arms and chest increased again.
My arms, in particular, are much more stable than before.
【"The Wolf-Chasing Archery Technique" (324/30000 Perfected)】
With breakthroughs in both martial arts, Lu Yuan's combat power increased significantly once again, and a look of satisfaction appeared on his face.
If I leave the city again next time, I will gain more military merits.
"Bang bang bang!"
Just then, there was a knock on the door.
Lu Yuan got up and walked out of the courtyard. As soon as he opened the door, he saw Xiao Hua standing outside.
Upon seeing Lu Yuan, she exclaimed in surprise, "Wow!"
Because the other party had just finished cultivating, he was not wearing any clothes on his upper body. His strong and angular upper body appeared in front of the woman, causing her face to flush instantly.
Although women in the Dayong region are relatively open-minded, Xiao Hua is still just a young girl.
Lu Yuan didn't expect it to be the other person, so he immediately went back into his room to put on his clothes before coming out.
Xiao Hua remained standing gracefully in the courtyard, no longer displaying the shy demeanor she had shown earlier, and instead observing Lu Yuan with great interest.
"Brother Yuan, I'd like to treat you to dinner tonight. Come over later."
After saying that, he turned and ran out of the yard.
Lu Yuan gave a wry smile, then locked the courtyard gate and walked outside.
Xiao Hua and her daughter didn't have much income; they had large appetites and could eat several days' worth of food in one meal.
Moreover, despite being a woman, Xiao Hua took good care of him.
So Lu Yuan decided to buy some things before going.
First, I went to the rice and noodle shop and bought a bag of refined rice and flour, and also cut a large piece of meat.
Then he bought some braised dishes before heading towards Xiao Hua's house.
Upon entering the courtyard, seeing him carrying so many things, Xiao Hua immediately ran out and said, "Brother Yuan, why did you buy so many things?"
"I earned some money this time, and I also bought some food, so I bought some for you as well."
As they were talking, Lu Yuan carried his things into the house.
The table was already set with food: a plate of stewed roe deer meat, a plate of cold tofu salad, and a dish of wild vegetables.
Next to it was a small basin containing a bowl of brown rice buns.
This meal was the best thing that Xiao Hua and her daughter could have.
Springtime is a time of scarcity, but in the northern frontier, the imperial court provides substantial subsidies, preventing starvation.
In other places, there's only one winter, and who knows how many people won't make it through.
Xiao Hua's mother didn't stand on ceremony: "A Yuan, put your things down first and sit down quickly."
After the sound rang out, they also came to the table.
As the weather gradually warmed up, her cough subsided considerably.
Xiao Hua took out a pot of wine from the inner room, filled it for Lu Yuan, and then picked up a piece of meat.
"Brother Yuan, eat quickly."
Lu Yuan nodded and, without being polite, began to rummage through the food in his bowl.
At this moment, Xiao Hua's mother said softly, "A Yuan, you eat your food and let me ramble on for a bit."
Lu Yuan immediately sat up straight: "Auntie, please speak."
"Oh, don't be like that with me, just eat your food." Xiao Hua's mother waved her hand.
Lu Yuan nodded, eating his meal while listening to the other person speak.
"Ah Yuan, the Northern Barbarians and the Great Yong have been locked in a stalemate for so many years. Every year, countless people die in battle. Military merit is important, but life is your own. Take care of yourself."
Judging from your appearance, you are destined for good fortune and will naturally have benefactors to help you. You will soar to great heights in the future, so there is no need for you to risk your life for a few military merits.
Hearing Xiao Hua's mother's words, Lu Yuan knew that she meant well and was also somewhat moved. In order to keep him from leaving the city, this old lady even brought up his appearance, which was really putting her in a difficult position.
But he still said seriously, "Don't worry, I will take good care of myself."
Then, after a moment of silence, he said with a wry smile, "As for benefactors, what kind of benefactor do you think would look at me? Even my family abandoned me without a second thought and used me as a scapegoat."
"If I lack ability, even if I encounter a benefactor, they might still abandon me in the future."
Lu Yuan shook his head and drank the wine in his glass in one gulp.
Xiao Hua's mother was surprised to learn that he had such an experience and wanted to say something more.
The other person replied, "Auntie, I know you mean well, but I still have to do what I'm supposed to do. I want to make something of myself."
I want to become a useful person; I don't want to be cannon fodder anymore.
After a while, I'll earn some more money and find a good doctor to cure your cough.
Then we won't have to suffer in winter.
I have no relatives here, but you and Xiao Hua are my relatives. I will remember your words.
After saying that, he poured himself another glass of wine and drank it all in one gulp.
Xiao Hua listened to Lu Yuan's words, lowered her head and remained silent, while her mother looked distressed.
She finally sighed and didn't try to persuade him further; she could tell that he was a person with his own ideas.
After finishing his meal, Lu Yuan left and returned to his home.
He planned to leave the city in a few days, not only to improve his own strength but also to accumulate military merits.
Kill a thousand men and you can be promoted to commander of a thousand.
When the time comes, if you further improve your strength, you can reach the top level in one step, and at least you won't be easily abandoned.
Ever since he was thrown out by his family to take the blame, his only thought has been to climb up the social ladder as quickly as possible so that his fate would no longer be controlled by others.
Meanwhile, inside the Zhang family residence in Yunzhou, Zhang Hong and his second brother Zhang He were sitting in the living room. Zhang Hong picked up his teacup, took a sip, and slowly said, "I had a drink with the General of Yunzhou today. He said that A Zheti, the commander of a thousand men, still lacks some military merit and seniority."
The fastest and best way is to go to the northern frontier to gain experience, spend a few months killing some northern barbarians, and then be transferred back. That should solve the problem.
What do you think?
"Which fortress are we going to?" Zhang He asked.
He was not at all at ease with this son. His talent was fine, but he was sometimes disobedient.
"Huangsha Fortress is a fortress city controlled by the Helian family in the northern frontier. The General of Yunzhou has a good relationship with the Helian family and is willing to act as a go-between."
Don't worry, this isn't exile, it's just a normal garrison rotation. You won't suffer any losses there; it's just a chance to gain experience.
Zhang Hong was worried that his younger brother would disagree, so he immediately tried to persuade him.
Cultivating his clansmen in the military was a major strategic move, and also a necessary step for the Zhang family to break out of their predicament.
Zhang He nodded: "Alright, since you've made all the arrangements, I'll do as you say, brother."
Zhang Hong smiled and said, "Okay, when you get back, tell A Zhe to prepare in the next few days."
"Okay." Zhang He responded and then got up and left.
Seeing him leave, Zhang Hong breathed a sigh of relief.
He knew that the path in the military was difficult, but if the Zhang family wanted to advance further, they had to go there.
Moreover, this first step is very important; the more solid the better.