I'll write a manual called the Sunflower Manual, and the entire martial arts world will turn in

When we returned to Yong Sheng Martial Arts School, it was already early morning, and the sky was just beginning to lighten.

As soon as I entered Shougong Hall, I saw two familiar figures.

It was Lin Xiulan and Chen Ling.

Lin Xiulan and Chen Ling already knew that Chen Lutang had been called out by Wei Xiang to hunt treasure fish late at night. Seeing that he had not returned by dawn, they couldn't help but worry, so they waited here.

"What a huge treasure fish!" Chen Ling's eyes widened upon seeing the giant treasure fish. "I've never seen such a big treasure fish before. Mother, this treasure fish must be a spirit or something!"

Even the usually knowledgeable Lin Xiulan couldn't help but show surprise. "Not yet, but it will be in ten or eight years. Lutang, did my junior brother discover this treasure fish?"

Chen Lutang was in a great mood, a smile on his face. "Junior brother has great fortune, and I am also thanks to him."

Lin Xiulan smiled and said, "It's good that you know. Come in quickly, I've prepared some hot ginger soup for you all. Have a bowl to warm yourselves up and avoid catching a cold."

Since Lin Xiulan had spoken, it was naturally difficult for everyone to refuse.

Xie An followed her into the living room and drank a bowl of hot ginger soup made by his sister-in-law. It contained goji berries and red dates, as well as some nourishing herbs. It tasted delicious and warmed him up considerably after drinking it.

During a break from eating, everyone discussed how to distribute the treasure fish.

"This treasure fish nest was discovered by Junior Brother. How should it be distributed... Junior Brother, you can decide," Chen Lutang spoke first.

"This matter is entirely up to you, Senior Brother," Xie An said modestly. Although he held the title of Senior Uncle, he was the youngest and had the lowest cultivation level here. How could he possibly make the decision regarding the distribution?

Chen Lutang laughed and said, "Although I possess great martial prowess, without my junior brother's good fortune, I would have gained nothing this time. Junior brother takes half, I take thirty percent, and Wei Xiang takes twenty percent. How about it?"

Xie An was greatly surprised when he heard this.

He knew Chen Lutang wouldn't take advantage of him, but he never expected his senior brother to give him so much...

This made Xie An feel somewhat embarrassed.

"Senior brother, you're being too generous. It makes me feel bad. How about we each take 40%, and my nephew takes 20%? We'll also give Shengnan a catfish."

Chen Lutang smiled and said, "I only made one trip..."

"Senior brother, please don't refuse. Otherwise, it will seem like I, as the junior brother, am being inconsiderate."

After Xie An repeatedly declined, Chen Lutang reluctantly agreed, "Since Junior Brother insists, then I, as his senior brother, will not force you. It's settled then. I'll kill this giant treasure fish..."

……

After some allocation,

Xie An received two tiger-headed catfish and two ox-horned catfish. He could have received an extra ox-horned catfish, but Xie An declined, as he had important matters to discuss with his senior brother.

Finally, it was time to distribute the big fish.

The most valuable parts are the fish tendons and spine.

Of the ten catties of fish tendons, Xie An received four catties. Of the twenty catties of fish bones, Xie An received eight catties.

The rest was fish and meat, and Xie An received a full sixty catties.

Chen Lutang decided to give Xie An the fish maw and half of its internal organs as well.

As for Li Shengnan, she also received an extra catfish and five catties of fish meat. Li Shengnan was extremely satisfied with this and kept thanking Xie An.

The allocation was completed, and everyone was satisfied.

Xie An handed the fish innards to Lin Xiulan, saying, "My senior brother just said that this stuff not only nourishes the body but also has beauty-enhancing effects. It can help one stay young forever. Consider this a small token of my appreciation. Please accept it, sister-in-law."

Lin Xiulan smiled radiantly, "You silly child, why are you still thinking about your sister-in-law? Your senior brother has already taken advantage of you, how could your sister-in-law ask for more?"

"My sister-in-law has taken great care of me, so it's only right that I show her this filial piety."

Only after Xie An's repeated insistence did Lin Xiulan reluctantly accept the gift. Before leaving, she did not forget to tell Chen Lutang to treat Xie An well.

Chen Lutang waved his hand at Li Shengnan and Wei Xiang, "As the saying goes, wealth should not be flaunted. There's no need to talk about the Great Treasure Fish to avoid incurring resentment. Also, remember that the Great Treasure Fish is extremely nourishing and can greatly enhance and refine internal strength. It is beneficial to both overt and covert strength. Remember not to take too much at once."

Wei Xiang was overjoyed: "It's only just past the Lunar New Year, and the weather is freezing cold, so fish and meat are easy to preserve. They don't spoil easily, and we can eat them for ten days or half a month."

Chen Lutang nodded slightly, "With this precious fish meat, you will have even greater benefit in mastering and refining your internal strength. It won't be difficult for you to reach the minor level of internal strength."

After saying this, Chen Lutang emphasized to Xie An, "Junior brother, you have only just entered the Ming Jin realm. Remember not to be greedy for more and to be impatient for quick results..."

After listening to Chen Lutang's instructions, Xie An finally spoke, "There were too many people around, so I couldn't say much. Actually, there's more to the story about the precious fish last night. Please allow me to tell you, Senior Brother."

Xie An recounted how he, Li Shengnan, killed the water monkey the previous night, and the other man in black. He also recounted the arrival of Chen the Calculator...

"You actually killed Chen the Calculator!?" Wei Xiang was shocked and incredulous.

Xie An's face showed anger, "This scoundrel plotted to steal our precious fish, I absolutely cannot tolerate him."

Xie An could have said it when he first met Chen Lutang under the crooked tree last night, but he was worried that Chen Lutang would hesitate after hearing it.

The spoils have now been divided, and Chen Lutang is the biggest beneficiary of Baoyu. No matter how much he doesn't want to step forward to protect Xie An, he has no choice but to do so.

Wei Xiang said, "I know that my uncle is a chivalrous person. What I am curious about is that my uncle was able to kill Suanpan Chen, who had achieved the Great Perfection of Ming Jin, in less than a month after breaking through to Ming Jin. He really has a good hand."

Xie An frankly admitted, "I also hid in the shadows and tricked him. But this matter is very strange. That man in black had previously sacrificed a girl to the water monkey, and had been hiding in the shadows ever since. I had just killed the water monkey when Suanpan Chen arrived. It must have been this man in black who informed me."

After saying that, Xie An bowed to Chen Lutang and said, "Senior brother, I'm afraid that the man in black has already seen me kill Chen Suanpan. The Dragon King Gang is very powerful, so I ask you to protect me."

Chen Lutang stared at Xie An for a moment, then burst into laughter: "Junior brother, you're being too polite. Now that you've joined our sect, we're like brothers. That Chen the Calculator has committed countless evils, oppressing the villagers. Junior brother's actions are righteous and noble, ridding the people of a scourge and upholding the noble spirit of our Bajiquan sect. As your senior brother, I'm overjoyed."

Hearing Chen Lutang's statement, Xie An finally felt relieved. "How should we respond?"

Chen Lutang pondered for a moment and said, "These next few days, you and your younger sister should stay at the martial arts school and not go back to the Ink Fragrance Bookstore. Liu Yueshan lost to me by half a move ten years ago, so he certainly wouldn't dare to come here easily now. But after all, it was Chen the Calculator who died. If they arrest you in the name of the government, it will be troublesome. Especially that Pang Hu, who was recently promoted to head constable of Baiyun County, is actually a henchman of the Dragon King Gang."

Wei Xiang said, "My second junior brother's father is a county magistrate."

Chen Lutang immediately made a decision: "Let's each give up five catties of treasure fish meat, totaling fifteen catties. Wei Xiang will deliver it to Shen Lie and explain the reason. That should solve the problem."

"Master is wise, this is the right thing to do." Wei Xiang quickly agreed.

The three of them each cut off five catties of fish meat, put it in a cloth bag, and handed it to Wei Xiang.

Xie An cupped his hands in thanks, "Thank you, Senior Brother."

"We're family, no need for formalities. You should go back to Baicaotang soon."

……

Xie An dragged his weary body back to Baicaotang.

An oil lamp was still lit in the living room, and Xie Yu, dressed in a ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), sat beside it, mending clothes. Upon seeing Xie An return, Xie Yu put down her work and went to greet him.

"Brother, you're finally back! This big bag smells so strongly of fish, what's that?"

Xie An placed the large bag filled with treasure fish meat on the table, a few drops of blood splattering out. "Treasure fish meat."

Then he placed two tiger catfish and three bull horn catfish on the table. "Last night's harvest was enormous; I helped my senior brother prepare a treasure fish feast. These three bull horn catfish are just right to nourish your body."

Xie Yu was taken aback. "I heard from the people in the backyard that the treasure fish is a rare item. Even martial arts practitioners find it extremely difficult to buy. I'll save it for my brother to practice martial arts; I don't need it."

Xie An laughed and said, "I have a giant treasure fish, so this horned catfish isn't very useful to me. You can eat it; it will make you even more beautiful."

Xie Yu's face flushed slightly. "Okay. I'll go and store the treasure fish meat properly. The kitchen has boiled some water; brother, go take a hot bath quickly, lest you catch a cold."

After taking a bath, Xie An lay down on the bed and fell fast asleep.

He was exhausted after last night's series of attacks.

Three poles in the sun.

Xie An was awakened by a series of urgent knocks on the door. He hurriedly went to open the door and saw four familiar people standing outside.

Leading the group was none other than Pang Hu, dressed in a black robe from Baiyun County with a broadsword at his waist, followed by Pang Tong.

Wei Xiang and Shen Lie were standing on the other side.

Click.

Pang Hu reached out and gripped the hilt of his knife, coldly saying, "I just received intelligence that you killed Chen the Calculator last night. I should have arrested you immediately, but the county magistrate has ordered a thorough investigation. Please come with me to the yamen."