Assessment

The meat pieces are of moderate size, with a good balance of lean and fat. The lean meat has distinct textures, while the fat is translucent and looks like it would melt at the slightest touch.

As the steam rose, a rich aroma wafted over.

The aroma carries the unique wildness of wild boar meat, mixed with the complex fragrance of soy sauce, sugar, star anise, cinnamon and other seasonings, creating distinct layers that make one's mouth water.

Chen Changqing couldn't help but take a deep breath; the aroma rushed into his nostrils, as if instantly activating all the taste buds in his body.

Pick up a piece of meat, take a gentle bite, and the outer sauce bursts in your mouth instantly, sweet and salty, salty and savory, with a rich yet balanced flavor.

Wild boar meat is firm, yet easy to bite into, with a chewy texture.

The fatty parts melt in your mouth, and the aroma of the fat blends perfectly with the savory flavor of the lean meat, bringing an ultimate sense of satisfaction.

The lean meat is chewy and tender, with each bite revealing its delicate texture and elasticity, as if it's dancing on your tongue.

As you chew, the aroma of the meat unfolds layer by layer in your mouth, first the richness of the sauce, then the freshness of the wild boar, and finally the lingering aftertaste of the seasonings.

Chen Changqing couldn't resist picking up another piece, and this time, he deliberately dipped it in some of the sauce from the bottom of the bowl.

The sauce is thick, with a slight sweetness and a hint of spiciness, which complements the savory meat perfectly, as if pushing the flavor of the whole dish to its peak.

Fang Rongrong watched Chen Changqing eat with relish, a satisfied smile spreading across her face. She asked softly, "How does it taste?"

Chen Changqing looked up, his eyes full of admiration: "It's so delicious! Wild boar meat is already so tender, and with your cooking skills, it's simply a delicacy!"

The sauce was also perfectly balanced, sweet but not cloying, salty but not overpowering, leaving a lingering aftertaste with every bite.

Upon hearing this, Fang Rongrong's smile grew even brighter. She picked up her chopsticks, took a piece of meat, and put it in her mouth, savoring it carefully. The aroma of the meat filled her mouth, and a hint of joy flashed in her eyes. This braised wild boar was not only her hard work, but also her expression of affection for Chen Changqing.

The two ate and chatted, filling the courtyard with the rich aroma of meat and a warm atmosphere.

After lunch, Fang Rongrong spoke gently: "Wang Datou came looking for you this morning, but you weren't home, so I didn't keep him. I told him to come over at noon."

Although Chen Changqing did not give her a formal title, she already considered herself Chen Changqing's woman.

Chen Changqing wasn't home, so it wasn't appropriate to leave another man at home.

"Okay, I understand." Chen Changqing nodded.

"Bang bang bang..."

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Chen Changqing opened the courtyard gate, and the person who came was Wang Datou, accompanied by Wang Datou's contracted spirit beast, a wolfhound.

Wang Datou respectfully said, "Changqing."

During these two months, he frequently helped Chen Changqing use the Fireball Talisman to transform Qi and Blood Pills.

He didn't earn much money, but he deeply felt the terrifying talent of Chen Changqing in drawing talismans.

Chen Changqing spent only three months drawing talismans, but his success rate in drawing fireball talismans was quite high.

He estimated that the success rate was at least 80%.

This is horrible.

He became increasingly respectful to Chen Changqing, preparing to cling to this powerful figure from now on.

"Come in, come in first." Chen Changqing said gently, welcoming Wang Datou into the courtyard and leading him into the inner room.

After closing the door, Wang Datou took out four small bottles from his pocket and handed them to Chen Changqing.

Wang Datou said, "Changqing, I've exchanged all one hundred fireball talismans you gave me last time for Qi and Blood Pills."

Each bottle contains ten Qi and Blood Pills, for a total of forty.

"Thank you for your help." Chen Changqing smiled.

Exchanging Fireball Talismans for Blood and Qi Pills is much more cost-effective than buying them from various shops.

Forty Qi and Blood Pills are enough for his little black dog to eat for twenty days.

Chen Changqing returned to the meditation room, took two thick stacks of fireball talismans, and handed them to Wang Datou:

"Big Head, here are two hundred and ten fireball talismans. Ten of them are your reward for your hard work. The remaining two hundred will all be exchanged for Qi and Blood Pills."

"Hmm." Wang Datou nodded, then said, "You told me to keep an eye on Zhao Fushi of the Spirit Talisman Pavilion. I did this morning..."

When I left Dayang County, I specifically went to Lingfu Pavilion to ask the shopkeeper. He said your master returned last night.

"I understand." Chen Changqing nodded. Now that Zhao Qingyao was back, he would go and take the assessment.

Once you become Zhao Qingyao's official disciple, your status and position will be greatly enhanced.

His sister's status within the Zhao Immortal Clan will rise significantly.

Wang Datou looked at Chen Changqing: "Changqing, I saw Yin Jianhui the day before yesterday. Yin Jianhui asked for your address, saying he had something to write to you."

I dare not make a decision without your consent.

"Look, could I give Yin Jianhui your address?"

"Tell him," Chen Changqing nodded.

After burying his brother Yin Jianqiang, Yin Jianhui went to Liangshui Town and became a patrolman under Zhao Erhu.

Chen Changqing was curious; he wondered what Yin Jianhui had to tell him.

"Okay, I'll tell him later."

After exchanging a few more words with Chen Changqing, Wang Datou left with the wolfhound and the fireball talisman.

Chen Changqing packed up quickly, took the little black tiger and his familiar talisman brush, and headed to Dayang County.

Upon arriving at Lingfu Pavilion, they found Zhao Qingyao reading a book.

Chen Changqing bowed respectfully and said, "Master."

Zhao Qingyao raised an eyebrow and asked calmly, "Did you come to see me because you encountered some difficulties while drawing the fireball talisman?"

Chen Changqing said, "I can draw a fireball talisman now. I'm here to test you."

"Hmm." Zhao Qingyao was taken aback. He put down the book in his hand, looked at Chen Changqing, and smiled.

Being able to draw a fireball talisman in three months shows that one has a pretty good talent for drawing talismans.

"Come, follow me."

Zhao Qingyao got up and led Chen Changqing to a quiet room.

He instructed his assistant to bring up ten fireball talisman skins and a bottle of talisman ink.

Inside the quiet room, the fragrance of sandalwood wafted through the air, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Zhao Qingyao looked at Chen Changqing and said gently, "Alright, start drawing talismans now. Here are ten talisman skins. If you can successfully draw one, I will accept you as my formal disciple."

If you fail even once, go back and practice diligently for a while before taking the test again.

"Hmm." Chen Changqing nodded, then sat down on the stool, took out his talisman brush, opened the talisman ink, laid out the talisman skin, and prepared to start drawing talismans.

His spiritual power surged quietly, and the Soul-Devouring Creation Black Lotus in his mind burned fiercely once more.

Chen Changqing gently put down his brush and began to draw the talisman. His movements were extremely smooth, and the brush moved lightly across the talisman skin as naturally as flowing clouds and water.

Each stroke carried an extremely strong spiritual energy fluctuation, and the runes on the talisman skin gradually took shape, emitting a faint light.

"Fireball talisman, complete!"