abnabooks Chapter 5 Cultivation Technique
Chapter 5 Cultivation Technique
Meanwhile, in the city defense camp's courtyard, Old Huang stood there somewhat helplessly. Lu Yuan had left, leaving him all alone.
Faced with the gazes of Wei Yong and Zhang Gun beside him, he dared not look up.
After Lu Yuan left, the former first frowned slightly, then gave a look.
Zhang Gun came to Lao Huang's side, patted him hard on the shoulder and said, "Lao Huang, you're one of the old men in this garrison. It's not that Brother Wei is trying to annoy you, but think about what you've done."
Be more careful in the future, otherwise more trouble will follow.
Zhang Gun's words made Lao Huang's noodles twitch slightly.
He asked in a hoarse voice, "Is it because of the offal restaurant?"
"Are you stupid? Stay away from there. Why are you worrying about Widow Li's daughter? From now on, just go eat when you're supposed to, and don't say or do anything you shouldn't, understand?"
Rough, calloused hands scraped against Old Huang's bruised cheek.
"Did she tell you to warn me?"
"What do you think? Widow Li has already promised her daughter to Brother Wei, so his becoming the foreman is a done deal. Don't make things difficult for yourself." Zhang Gun smiled, but his grip tightened considerably, rubbing the scabs off Old Huang's face to reveal the tender flesh underneath.
"No wonder that old woman is so powerful now, I understand." Old Huang nodded in agreement.
Zhang Gun then lowered his hand, glanced at the bloodstains on his fingers, wiped them on Lao Huang's body, and continued, "Look at your face, it's all smeared. Go wash it yourself. People who don't know better will think I've bullied you."
Old Huang nodded without saying much, went to a snowdrift, and rubbed snow on his face.
Wei Yong's expression improved slightly at this point.
Then he turned to Zhang Gun and asked, "Who is this newcomer? Why was the centurion summoned?"
"Who knows? I heard that what happened in Bingyuan Alley last night happened near his house. Maybe he was asking about the situation. We drank quite a bit last night, otherwise we could have gone over to join in the fun." Zhang Gun said, squatting on the ground with his waist knife on his hand.
"Snapped!"
Wei Yong slapped him on the head: "You don't know anything! You still went to join in the fun. Do you know how many people died yesterday? The news is still being blocked. Do you think you can just go and join in the fun in the Northern Frontier?"
"You could lose your head."
Zhang Gun scratched his head and didn't say anything.
The military has always admired the strong, and in his eyes Wei Yong was definitely formidable, so he admired him from the bottom of his heart.
"Alright, don't pry into this matter anymore. Let's just pretend we don't know anything about it."
While the two were chatting.
At this moment, Lu Yuan also began to choose cultivation techniques. There were many secret manuals on the bookshelf, but they were all sealed, with only the names and descriptions on the outside, which made Lu Yuan somewhat disappointed. He had been thinking of recording these techniques in the system and practicing them slowly.
It seems this method won't work.
Therefore, he could only focus on choosing a cultivation method.
Finally, I chose the "Golden Bell Cover" manual, which is a technique that enhances defense and strength. It's a pretty good external martial art. Once mastered, it can withstand swords and blades. Combined with the armor I wear, it's almost impossible for an ordinary person to break through my defenses.
Seeing that he had chosen this technique, Zhou He frowned slightly and said, "Brother, don't say I didn't warn you. The Golden Bell Cover technique is good. It is said that after mastering it, the body will not decay and will be difficult to be injured by swords. However, since it was issued to the army, no one has mastered it. Although it can slightly improve defense and strength in the early stages, it becomes more and more difficult as you progress. It is easy to learn but difficult to master."
It's better to find something easy to practice, where you might even master it.
Although he knew Lu Yuan was talented, the Golden Bell Shield was indeed difficult to master.
I hope the other party will give it a good consideration.
After thinking for a moment, Lu Yuan said, "This is it. I want to try it."
Just because others can't do it doesn't mean he can't. He has his own system, so there shouldn't be any problems.
"Fine, whatever you say," Zhou He said helplessly.
This is generally the case for people with some talent; they will naturally understand when they encounter setbacks later on.
"Take this too. After you become a squad leader, you'll need to learn some basic battle formations. This 'Spear Formation' is a required subject for our border troops. When you get back, take your men to familiarize themselves with it."
Lu Yuan took the thin booklet and nodded.
The Great Yong Dynasty is a military power, and its martial arts techniques and military formations are extremely rare, usually only held by the royal family and clans. The martial arts techniques chosen today, as well as the formation given to Lu Yuan, can be said to be a rare opportunity.
Some people may only have this one chance in their entire lives.
After putting the two booklets together, Zhou He said, "Alright, let's go out and meet everyone."
Lu Yuan nodded, and the two walked out of the armory side by side.
After locking the door, I headed towards the front yard.
At this time, Lao Huang and his group were still gathered together in a huddle.
These people were the city guards at the city gate, as well as the soldiers on duty.
After Zhou He arrived, everyone turned their attention to him.
"Alright, stop standing there and meet your new squad leader. From now on, Lu Yuan will be the squad leader of the North Gate. Let me tell you, all of you better behave yourselves and don't try to be troublemakers."
"Either they get punished, or they deserve it."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone turned their attention to him. When they saw Lu Yuan, they were initially surprised.
Because no one expected that the newcomer would become the department head.
However, most people still bowed and said, "Greetings, Your Excellency."
Wei Yong and Zhang Gun also bowed at this moment, but if you look closely, the former looked a little uncomfortable, but a higher rank can always have an advantage.
He dared not show his dissatisfaction.
Old Huang's face showed surprise.
"From now on, we'll be comrades-in-arms. I'm new here, so please take good care of me," Lu Yuan said, clasping his hands in a fist salute.
Everyone quickly exchanged pleasantries.
After Zhou He saw that it was almost time, he called out, "Alright, the centurion said that the main thing to do today is to announce the new North Gate squad leader. Now that it's over, everyone can go back."
After he finished speaking, everyone slowly dispersed.
Their expressions varied; some showed envy, while others were jealous.
Lu Yuan saw all of this.
Then he called out to the crowd, "Old Huang, stay here for a moment."
The other party immediately stopped walking with a smile.
Lu Yuan turned to Zhou He and said, "Let's go, I'll treat you to drinks at noon."
"I was just joking. You're really going to treat me? Well then, I won't stand on ceremony," Zhou He said with a grin.
Lu Yuan then pulled the other person aside, saying, "Don't be so polite, it's only right."
Then he turned to Lao Huang and said, "Let's go together to the beef offal restaurant."
After saying that, he pulled the two of them out of the camp without further ado.
The northern part of the city isn't very big, but there aren't many affordable restaurants, and the beef offal restaurant is definitely one of them.
When Lu Yuan and his group arrived, there were already quite a few people there.
A quick glance revealed that Wei Yong and his group were also there. Several dishes and a jar of wine were laid out on the table, indicating that they had already started drinking.
Lu Yuan and the other two found an empty table and sat down.
He shouted inside, "Three catties of stewed beef offal, a plate of braised beef liver, a plate of beef head meat, and a jar of sweet potato liquor, hurry up and bring them out."
Upon hearing the sound, Widow Li immediately looked over, and then paused in surprise.