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Chapter 334 Blacksmith

Yan Tiannan chuckled and said, "I was just about to tell you, you are truly blessed."

When Li Ming heard the four characters "deep blessings", he seemed to have some understanding.

In an instant, he thought of himself as a gambler who would not miss any entry that could increase his fortune along the way. Now his fortune attributes are far beyond that of ordinary people. It was okay in Guangde Temple in the past, but could it be that a spiritual bird really brought fairy fruit to the temple?

Now that I think about it, I have encountered many coincidences and adventures along the way since leaving the temple. Although these also brought bad consequences, the benefits were also real.

Risks and opportunities always go hand in hand. Perhaps there are some truly lucky people who can become stronger even when lying down, with masters coming to their doorsteps to teach them skills. But it is obvious that while I am lucky, I am not yet at that level.

Whether it is Miao Lingzi's preaching or the dreaming in the mountain temple today, there are certain conditions and costs.

But if you have the ability, then these are naturally no problem and you can get them all. If an ordinary person has extraordinary luck, perhaps an encounter will cost him his life.

Just like how an ordinary scholar completes the commission of the mountain god, an ordinary innate will be killed by Feiyun with one palm.

Luck has its ups and downs. Fortuitous encounters are benefits, but they also bring consequences. It is both fortune and disaster. Those who have good luck must bear the disaster. If you overcome the disaster, your luck will rise!
In a flash, Li Ming seemed to have gained a deeper understanding of the Heavenly Heart and the Way of Man, and also gained some new insights into martial arts.

Then he sighed secretly in his heart.

"Unfortunately, my spiritual eyes seem to have entered some strange state since that day. Now I can't use the fortune-checking technique. My eyes sting when I try. Otherwise, I would have been able to improve the 'Heavenly Origin Qi-Viewing Technique' to see the essence of others and perhaps even my own fortune."

Li Ming regrets that the 'Tianyuan Wangqi Technique' cannot reflect himself. This technique was originally a secret teaching of Xuanzhen Sect. Li Ming improved it by applying the methods of Wangqi in other worlds and adding Yang Chi's unique technique of refining the creation of heaven and earth. I'm afraid he is the only one in the world who can use it.

This technique is subtle and profound. It can observe the sky above, check the veins of the earth below, and see the energy of people from all directions. It has infinite mysteries. Li Ming is still trying to figure out many things himself. However, just as a doctor cannot heal himself, Li Ming cannot use this technique to observe his own destiny. This is a big regret in his heart.

Now he has inadvertently gained some insights into the way of luck, and found that this 'Tianyuan Wangqi Technique' seems to have a lot of room for improvement, which may help him to see his own luck.

In a flash, many thoughts flashed through Li Ming's mind.

But Yan Tiannan interrupted him and said, "Not everyone can encounter the manifestation of the mountain god. Just like my lineage, we slay demons and monsters!"

When he said the last four words, there was a sound of metal colliding, and murderous aura overflowed. Then he shook his head and restrained himself.

"In ancient times, there were many demons, and human martial arts were not well-known, and great powers were not prominent. Then a lineage of demon slayers appeared in the world, with supernatural powers specifically for defeating demons. Later, the world changed, demons became scarce, and great martial artists could also fight against them, so the lineage of demon slayers gradually became scarce. Until now, Daxia governs the world and signs contracts with demon kings from all sides to restrain the demons. There is no such thing as demon slayers in a chaotic world without demons. You are young, so it is normal that you have never heard of it." Yan Tiannan said lightly.

Li Ming then bowed and asked, "Then why do you say that I have a deep and blessed fate?"

"Hehe, don't you know what he means by a generous reward?" Yan Tiannan said with a smile.

Li Ming shook his head.

"Nothing special, it's just a reward from luck." Yan Tiannan shook his head and said, "He is the righteous god of humanity, the god of blessings and virtues. He originally lived in the underworld, and few things can influence the secular world. I think the talisman paper jade pendant is his last thing. In the end, it can only increase his luck with this aura of blessings and virtues. But it is indeed worthy of the word "reward". This luck is something that many people can't even ask for. In short, all the blessings and survival in the future will come from this!"

Li Ming nodded thoughtfully.

Then Yan Tiannan came over and asked, "I've revealed my true self. Tell me what your cultivation level is and what kind of skills you're good at, so I can have an idea."

Li Ming did not hide the truth and said directly: "I have been a Xiantian for a short time and I am proficient in all eighteen martial arts, but my best skills are two sets of boxing. The boxing moves are upright and can suppress evil spirits."

"Xiantian?! Is that true?" Yan Tiannan gasped, circled around Li Ming twice and said, "Tsk, tsk, tsk, no wonder that old man thinks highly of you. Since you are an Xiantian master, you should have some ability to fight against monsters. You can indeed help. All right, all right. Let's work together and we should be able to destroy this tree monster."

Li Ming waved his hand lightly, and a stream of condensed qi in his hand was like a substance coiled in his hand. No matter how much the acquired warrior wanted to imitate, he would definitely not be able to display such condensed qi. Yan Tiannan was a demon slayer, and although his martial arts skills were not high, he saw in his eyes that this stream of qi was indeed his innate skills, and he was shocked.

Li Ming asked, "Do we really have to go? It seems there's nothing to lose if we don't go. After all, the tree demon has been entrenched for many years and nothing has happened."

Yan Tiannan shook his head and said, "If you don't take this job, you can just pretend it never happened. But since you've agreed to do it, you have to do it. God is watching over you. This matter has the divine response. As the saying goes, the gods are wise. Think for yourself. Brother Li, I advise you not to think like that. How can you accept the benefits and then not do the work?"

This is Brother Li, right?

Hearing that Li Ming was a congenital master, Yan Tiannan's attitude changed obviously, but this was also human nature. After all, martial arts were flourishing in this world, and the congenitals were the privileged class. As for Li Ming's childish face, it was possible that he had imagined that he had successfully practiced and regained his youth.

Li Ming laughed and said, "I'm just testing Brother Yan's thoughts. I'll keep my promise. The tree demon has been entrenched here and is causing great harm to the people. Naturally, I have to consider it carefully. It can be considered as getting rid of this evil for the people!!!"

Yan Tiannan nodded and said, "Brother Li is right. He is truly a role model for our generation!"

As they were talking, the two of them had already arrived at Beiguo County, which was located at the intersection of Yunzhou, Yinzhou and Qizhou. It was a well-known no-man's land where all kinds of forces mixed together and it was a mess.

The strong ones look down on them, and the weak ones can’t eat them.

Today this group of people occupies it, and tomorrow another group of thieves will snatch it away.

Over time, it has become such a hellish place that the government is unwilling to take care of it. Even if the local Six Gates Yamen wants to, it does not have the power. Over the years, it has become corrupt. This alone shows that after 500 years of great prosperity, it is now the end of the dynasty.

Walking on the bluestone ground of Beiguo County, the bustling crowds around were filled with a strong sense of fireworks. Yan Tiannan seemed to be quite familiar with this place. After a few steps, he arrived at the weapons street, which was lined with blacksmith shops on both sides. There was a charcoal stove at the door of every household, and the clanging sound of iron almost covered up all other sounds.

"Come, come, I'll treat you to some noodles." Yan Tiannan led the way very familiarly, all the way to a small noodle stall, sat down casually, and gestured to extend his hand for Li Ming to sit down as well, while saying.

"Since they're a blacksmith family, you can definitely go ask around on this street. After we finish eating, I'll go ask for you."

After sitting down, Li Ming asked, "Hey, since you made a fortune this time, you're going to treat me to some noodles?"

Yan Tiannan seemed to have his thoughts exposed. His face froze slightly. After thinking for a moment, he said, "Because you don't say I'm stingy, Boss, add meat, two bowls of beef noodles!"

"Okay, sir, please wait a moment, it will be here soon!" The boss's voice came immediately.

Li Ming shook his head speechlessly. He knew that this guy was greedy for money, but he didn't expect that he would still be so stingy even though he was rich.

After a while, two bowls of beef noodles were served.

After taking a bite, Li Ming said, "Hey, this noodle tastes really good."

Yan Tiannan smiled and said proudly, "Of course not. I always eat noodles here. Don't be fooled by the small size of the stall. The noodles here are one-of-a-kind. This craftsmanship is the best in Beiguo!"

The boss was a dark-skinned old man with a hunched back and a face full of weathered hair. However, after hearing Yan Tiannan's praise, he still grinned, revealing his yellow teeth. He then brought out a plate of side dishes, saying it was free. Yan Tiannan raised his eyebrows and ate the free side dishes with great joy.

At this time, a tall man walked up to the boss and smashed the object in his hand hard. It turned out to be an iron pot. The man clapped his hands and said, "I fixed it for you. Give me the money."

The boss's face was bitter, but he still forced a smile and handed over a few coins. Li Ming frowned and asked, "Is this enough to buy a new pot?"

The boss quickly shook his head and said, "Boss Zhao's craftsmanship is good, it's worth the price."

The man snorted heavily, glanced at Yan Tiannan, spat, with disdain in his eyes, then turned and left.

Yan Tiannan didn't take it seriously, and then said, "They look like blacksmiths, but they are actually a local gang. They collect membership fees in the name of repairs. Maybe he was the one who broke the pot. There are no good people here."

Li Ming nodded thoughtfully.

"I'm talking to Brother Li." Yan Tiannan just opened his mouth.

A figure suddenly fell from the front and knocked over the table in front of Yan Tiannan and Li Ming. Now, not to mention the side dishes, even the noodles were gone.

"You have to pay me back for my loss!" Yan Tiannan was furious.

The man also apologized repeatedly, climbed up timidly, and said "I'm sorry, I'm sorry."

Yan Tiannan was not willing to give up. He grabbed the man's collar, lifted him up and took a look, but was stunned.

"Little Taoist priest?"

"Hero, is that you???"

"That's him, catch him!"

"He has a lot of money!"

A large group of people rushed over, shouting about grabbing gold.

"What's going on?" Li Ming asked.

The young Taoist priest glanced at Yan Tiannan, who was still holding his collar, and said quickly, "Hero, they stole my things, you have to help me!"

"Oh? You want my help? The price is negotiable. You just offended me, so I'll give you thirty taels of silver. If I can help you get your things back, and they're made of gold, which is so valuable, I'll give you three hundred taels of silver." Yan Tiannan took out a small abacus from his arms, shook it up and down, and calculated a number that the little Taoist priest had no idea about.

“It’s this demon.”

"How to do?"

"We have more people, so don't be afraid!"

"Yes, even a large number of ants can kill an elephant!"

The men who were chasing him hesitated after seeing Yan Tiannan's appearance, as if they were a little afraid of Yan Tiannan, but in the end, greed overcame reason and they rushed forward.

Seeing a group of people coming in a menacing manner, the young Taoist priest quickly agreed: "I'll give it to you, hero, you have to help me!"

"No problem!" Yan Tiannan took the abacus into his arms, pushed him to the side, and rushed towards the dozen or so big men opposite.

Yan Tiannan is an extremely skilled blacksmith. Although these blacksmiths have some basic skills, they are completely inadequate in front of him.

However, there were two or three fish that slipped through the net and rushed straight past Yan Tiannan and rushed towards the fat man. Li Ming smiled slightly and flashed in front of him and said, "Brother, this road is blocked!"

The three men exchanged glances, and a lean man shouted, "Mind your own business! Kill him!"

The other two also gained courage and swung their swords together to chop at Li Ming.

Li Ming dodged to the side, gathered strength in his hands, and threw two punches, one to the left and one to the right. The two men on the left and right flew backwards. Only the thin man in the lead was shaking all over with the big knife in his hand.

In the eyes of the young Taoist priest, it was a flash of lightning. The person who had wronged him was beaten down. At that moment, stars almost appeared in his eyes. He said, "It turns out that birds of a feather flock together. The friends of heroes are all heroes too!"

The thin man shouted, dropped the big knife in his hand and ran away. Li Ming did not chase him. At that time, Yan Tiannan had dealt with the others and turned around.

The young Taoist priest bowed to the two men and said, "Two heroes, they have taken my things. Please help me get them back."

Yan Tiannan nodded and said, "I am a fair and honest businessman. I said I would help you get it back, so I will. Let's go!" Before leaving, he threw a piece of silver from his arms to the side of the noodle stall owner.

The fat boy nodded and immediately walked forward. After a few steps, he arrived at the door of a blacksmith shop. He pointed at a short man inside and said, "That's him! He stole my things."

Although Li Ming couldn't figure out the relationship between this little Taoist priest and Yan Tiannan, it didn't stop him from watching the fun. He just followed behind slowly.

Yan Tiannan stood in front of the young Taoist priest and asked the short blacksmith, "You stole his things. What were they?"

"I don't, I don't know him, don't talk nonsense!" The dwarf immediately rejected it.

The fat man pointed to an iron bucket beside the stove and said, "You still say no, but I just saw you throw my golden sword into the bucket!"

Yan Tiannan was beside him at the moment, and he also gained courage, and immediately rushed towards the iron barrel. The dwarf immediately wrestled with him, and the dwarf shouted: "Someone is stealing things!"

The people around were in cahoots with each other. When one person was bullied, others rushed over after hearing the noise. Immediately, a large group of people surrounded Yan Tiannan, which was several times more than the number of people who had chased him before.

Seeing this, Li Ming sighed, then smiled crookedly and started working as a blacksmith.

PS: I’ve been a bit busy with work lately, so there’s only one chapter today, sorry.

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