The Words of Petty People

After leaving Songhelou, Pei Si casually bought some firewood, rice, oil, and salt.

"Someone is following us." Pei Si walked to a pastry shop, glancing around out of the corner of his eye.

As soon as he left Songhelou, he had a feeling that he was being watched.

Pei Si bought some ox-tongue pastries, pretended not to know anything, and went straight back to the courtyard.

Snapped.

The courtyard gate was locked.

The feeling of being watched disappeared.

He was being watched, and he didn't know if he was part of the same group that broke into the house.

Pei Si's gaze was deep and unfathomable. Since things had come to this, let's practice martial arts.

Pei Si set up a tiger-shaped stake.

"Martial Arts Proficiency +1"

"..."

Moon stars are rare.

The wing room of the city guard captain.

Zhao Hu is reporting to Su Li.

half an hour later

Su Li stroked his beard, a hint of apprehension in his eyes.

"Pei Si actually went to Lingcang Sword Sect to learn martial arts."

Zhao Hu's eyes were filled with a mixture of fear and greed. Pei Si was able to go to Lingcang Sword Sect to learn martial arts because he had too much money to burn, which proved that this kid was indeed a fat sheep!

"Captain, this kid practices martial arts. What if he really develops some skills? We... why don't we strike first!" Zhao Hu's face was fierce.

"So what if you practice martial arts? Zhao Hu, let me ask you, how long did it take you to reach the Qi Refining Realm?" Su Li took a leisurely sip of tea.

"One...two...Replying to the Captain, my aptitude is inferior, and it took me three months to reach the Qi Refining Realm." Zhao Hu counted on his fingers for a while.

"Think about it, you have inferior physique and you practiced low-grade martial arts. It took you three months to even get the basics right."

"This kid is practicing the martial arts of the Lingcang Blade Sect. The threshold is high. Even if Pei Si has good aptitude, it will take him a month or two to master it."

"You don't know, the annual winter hunt is coming soon. Pei Si's family will be even wealthier then, and we'll take advantage of them again." Su Li said confidently, spitting tea leaves back into his bowl from time to time.

"The captain's insight is brilliant!" Zhao Hu said admiringly.

The so-called "winter encirclement" usually takes place three or four days after the beginning of winter. The government takes the lead in designating a mountain area and calling on young talents from all walks of life in the county to go into the mountains.

The top three winners will receive prizes.

The harvest was split 50/50 between the government and the government.

Participation is voluntary in principle and not mandatory.

…………

"Proficiency +1..."

"Proficiency +1..."

Pei Si only slept for an hour that night, spending the rest of the time practicing standing meditation.

so tired!

If it were an ordinary martial artist, after being trained in these stances for several hours, he probably wouldn't be able to get out of bed the next day. But Pei Si's legs, after being shaped by the [Treasure-Holding Sheep] technique, already had the ability to walk for long distances.

The martial arts school provides meals.

Pei Si got up early and headed to the martial arts school cafeteria.

Pei Si ordered two bowls of tofu pudding.

One bowl of sweet, one bowl of salty, both are equally enjoyed.

Pei Si held a meat bun with a thin skin and plenty of meat in one hand, while drinking tofu pudding on the other.

In no time, a stack of large bowls was placed in front of Pei Si.

"Good morning, Brother Pei. Wow, you have a good appetite." Lu Shouhuai said, yawning as he wrapped himself in a mink coat with his sleeves pulled up.

Pei Si smiled, gestured for Lu Shouhuai to sit down, and then got up and ordered another bowl of egg and beef soup.

It came from Langya County.

First, crack a few eggs into the bottom of the bowl, then scoop up the boiling soup and pour it in from a high position. The egg liquid will be cooked instantly into egg drop soup. Drizzle with sesame oil, sprinkle with cilantro and chopped green onions, and serve with freshly fried dough sticks.

It's absolutely amazing!

No wonder they say that scholars are poor while warriors are rich.

After learning martial arts, his appetite increased dramatically, and the young boy ate his father out of house and home.

Lu Shouhuai had already eaten breakfast at home and chatted idly with Pei Si.

"Brother Pei, do you have any plans for this year's winter hunting expedition?"

Pei Si wiped his mouth, feeling warm all over.

"We'll see. If we have enough time, we'll participate."

At this time of year in previous years, he would be running around in the mountains with the old blind man.

…………

backyard.

There were about ten people scattered around the training ground.

"Have you heard? The young master from the Lu family has come here to learn martial arts." The speaker was about twenty years old and had a pair of protruding ears.

"Young Master Lu, is that Lu Shouhuai?"

The group whispered among themselves.

As Pei Si and Lu Shouhuai walked into the backyard one after the other, everyone lowered their voices:

"Who's that person next to Young Master Lu? Tsk tsk, look how adept they are at currying favor; they've already befriended Young Master Lu in just one day?"

"Tsk, I think you're just being a sour grapes."

Pei Si glanced at the people discussing, while Lu Shouhuai narrowed his eyes, his expression already showing displeasure.

Just then, someone walked in from the woods.

"Today, I will teach you the Black Tiger Fist."

"The Black Tiger Fist has six moves. Now, follow along..."

Pei Si followed suit and struck a pose.

"Martial Arts (None, 32/100)".

A line of small ink characters appeared in Pei Si's eyes; it was the result of his hard work overnight.

The Black Tiger Fist has six moves.

The first three moves are the foundation, the last three moves are the finishing moves.

Lin Zhong's teaching level is quite high, and he often gives guidance to everyone.

Two hours later.

"Lesson over for today, dismissed," Lin Zhong announced loudly.

"It's finally over. I had to do stance training and boxing. I should have known better than to come here and suffer like this," the young man with protruding ears complained as he slumped to the ground.

"Song Jingang, don't say that. I'm not going to believe your nonsense. Otherwise, I'd be enjoying myself with a dancer right now." The one who replied was a sharp-mouthed, monkey-faced man named Fang Shixiao.

Song Jingang sat on the ground, panting heavily, when he suddenly saw the figure still practicing Black Tiger Fist, and his eyes were filled with mockery.

"Look at that person who's flattering Young Master Lu, still practicing. He's probably trying to leave a diligent impression on Young Master Lu. He's so cunning!" Song Jingang scoffed, his face contorted with grimaces.

"Let's take this opportunity to get acquainted with Young Master Lu," Fang Shi said with a smile, as he stood up and dusted off his backside.

Lu Shouhuai had already stopped, wiping his sweat as he watched Pei Si practice the Black Tiger Fist over and over again, and couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.

Brother, don't you feel tired?

"Young Master Lu, my name is Song Jingang. My family is in the silk business, and Song Family Cloth Shop is my family's business."

"Young Master Lu, my name is Fang Shixiao. My family owns shares in half of the theaters in the county."

Lu Shouhuai tucked his hands into his sleeves, glanced at the two of them, and nodded indifferently.

Seeing Lu Shouhuai's cold attitude, Song Jingang chuckled awkwardly and tugged at Fang Shixiao's sleeve.

Fang Shi smiled knowingly: "Young Master Lu, do you know that gentleman? He's truly diligent. Would you be so kind as to introduce us?"

"No." Lu Shouhuai's attitude was indifferent.

What he hates most are those who spread rumors and gossip.

"You...!" Tang Shixiao's face was full of anger, and he was about to get angry.

"Haha, in that case, we'll take our leave." Song Jingang said with a fawning smile, pulling Tang Shixiao away.

The young master of the Lu family has a truly peculiar temper.

Pei Si finished his work.

[Martial Arts] Proficiency has reached 51, but there's still some distance to go before advancing to the next level.

Pei Si had heard everything Song Jingang and the others said earlier, but he didn't care.

The words of a petty person are not worth mentioning.

Having lived two lives, Pei Si didn't care about other people's opinions.

Before him lay a broad road.

With the Wanye Tongjian (Comprehensive Mirror for All Trades) at his disposal, Pei Si was confident that he would be able to leave the Great Qian Dynasty, and even reach the Eastern Cang Mengzhang Divine Continent.

The position of Immortal Lord may be held by others, but Pei Si may not be unable to take it.

"Brother Pei, please don't take my words to heart. I have other matters to attend to at my residence, so I'll take my leave now."

Lu Shouhuai cupped his hands in greeting.