Body Refinement for Longevity: From Health Cultivation Exercises to Overcoming All Techniques

On the other side, seeing Chen Han's coldness towards her, Chen Huaiyu didn't say anything more and left the training ground.

She came to a secluded corner with lush greenery, where a middle-aged man sat with graying hair, but he looked very energetic.

She went straight up to the man and said with some grievance.

"Uncle, Senior Brother Chen Han is ignoring me. He told me to get lost..."

The middle-aged man's lips twitched upon hearing this, and then he fell silent.

His name is Chen Huaiyan, and he is the second-in-command of the Huai branch of the Chen family. Now that the martial arts competition is approaching, which is related to the allocation of martial arts training resources within the clan, he must try his best to win over the younger generation within the clan who have high martial arts talent in order to strengthen his branch.

His target is Chen Han, who has returned.

In fact, not only him, but also several old rivals from the other two factions were watching closely, and the prices they could offer were no lower than his.

This young man is only twenty years old; to have achieved so much at such a young age is truly remarkable.

It's not surprising that so many high-level officials attach great importance to this.

Chen Huaiyan sighed.

He originally intended to have his beautiful niece approach Chen Han to gain his trust and pave the way for his future win-win strategy.

After all, everyone knows that Chen Huaiyu is the most beautiful member of the Chen family. Not only that, she is also skilled in singing and dancing, and proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting.

That's not true. Chen Huaiyu has a cute and adorable appearance, with a small, delicate nose, bright, sparkling eyes, and a pair of smooth, exposed legs that seem to glow in the sunlight, without a single flaw.

It's no exaggeration to say that she's a beauty among the clan.

Every aspect of this young woman was exceptional, making her stand out from the crowd and an outstanding individual. The men in her family were simply unable to resist her and longed to spend more time with her.

Unfortunately, Chen Han, who was in the prime of his life, seemed completely uninterested in it.

"Alright, you can go now. Don't get involved in this matter for the time being."

"Yes, Huaiyu understands."

Chen Huaiyan waved for him to leave, and then pondered which method she should use to establish a relationship with Chen Han.

Meanwhile, another person found Chen Han.

He wasn't surprised, after all, the martial arts competition was approaching, and the younger generation of the three martial arts lineages were evenly matched, with no clear winner or loser.

Now that he has become such a sudden and significant variable, the three factions are naturally unwilling to yield to him and want to win him over as soon as possible.

This is an old man named Chen Shanhe, a leader of the mountain range, who possesses the first-step martial artist realm.

"Young friend Chen Han."

Chen Shanhe chuckled and said, "Truly, you've risen from the ashes by being put in a desperate situation. Your momentum is even stronger than before... You're a force to be reckoned with!"

"Elder Shanhe, you flatter me. How could I be so grand? It was only by sheer luck that I was able to return to the martial arts path... But Elder Shanhe, you seem even more robust than before..."

The two exchanged pleasantries, and seeing that the time was right, Chen Shanhe revealed his purpose: "Young friend Chen, you haven't held any official position in the Chen family yet, have you?"

The implication is whether you are still a free person, or whether you have ever joined a faction and served it.

"The young man returned to the family last night, and naturally there's still no clue about his temporary post."

Chen Shanhe was a trustworthy person and had a better reputation within the clan than the other two families. Chen Han also had a good impression of him.

"Why don't you come work for me? I happen to be short of someone who can read and write. It's a leisurely job, and when you're not busy, you can practice martial arts and drink tea in the courtyard. You can earn ten taels of silver a month."

"Add two meals of exotic beast meat per month and a bowl of body-strengthening soup every day. What do you think, young friend?"

Chen Shanhe smiled broadly, appearing very approachable.

Upon hearing the terms offered, Chen Han was overjoyed.

He could earn ten taels of silver a month, which he couldn't earn even after working in a restaurant for several years, but now he only needs to earn it in a month.

Although Chen Han had expected it, he was still pleasantly surprised when the matter was truly within his grasp.

Ten taels of silver is more than enough to support a family of three, and even allow them to live a comfortable life.

The daughter-in-law no longer has to work herself to the bone, leaving early and returning late to tend the heavy pots. Shen Yue can return to school to learn, and Madam Lu can enjoy her later years in peace.

Chen Han's thoughts raced, and a look of joy gradually appeared on his face. He immediately made a decision, stood up, and bowed respectfully.

"Then I shall respectfully comply..."

"Hahaha, very good, very good..."

When it was lunchtime, Chen Han got his food and casually found a seat. Soon after, a muscular figure sat down opposite him.

"Brother Han, it's been a long time."

It was Chen Lei, whom we hadn't seen in a long time. He was wearing a short shirt and shorts, and still exuded the same masculine energy as before.

"Oh, it's Chen Lei. You finally came looking for me. I thought I'd forgotten about you."

Chen Han smiled from the bottom of his heart; he wouldn't have so many ulterior motives towards this close brother.

"Haha, of course I won't forget."

The two chatted amiably, discussing everything from everyday life to the challenges of martial arts training. It wasn't until they were about to part ways that Chen Lei hesitantly said, "Brother Han, wait a moment..."

Seeing the other person's somewhat unnatural expression, Chen Han had a pretty good idea of ​​what he was going to say, but he still pretended not to know and said, "Oh? Is there anything else?"

"Well... isn't the family's martial arts competition coming up in a few days? Brother Han, why don't you join my Autumn Clan? That way, we brothers can look after each other."

Chen Han's gaze slowly turned dangerous. "Did Chen Qiuyu send you?"

Chen Lei hesitated, but ultimately his face turned red and he couldn't say a word, because what Chen Han said was the truth.

Seeing the other woman's miserable expression, Chen Han confirmed his suspicions: "This woman humiliated me so much before, and now she wants me to work for her. What does she take me for?"

Chen Han's gaze was calm, his tone emotionless, but his eyes held a glint of anger. "A spineless coward who can be used at any time, and discarded and humiliated at any time?"

"Brother Han!"

Before Chen Han could finish speaking, Chen Lei knelt down before him, which startled Chen Han. He frowned and tried to help him up, but the latter remained unmoved.

With tears in his eyes, Chen Lei pleaded, "Brother Chen, I've gotten into trouble! Only Chen Qiuyu can save me now. Please, if you don't help me this time, I really won't be able to survive."

"Tell me in detail what exactly happened."

Chen Han's brows furrowed more and more, his expression grew increasingly grim, and he felt that things were becoming more complicated.

"Brother Han, please don't ask anymore. This is my fault... I've never asked anyone for help in my life, but this time I'm begging you to help me..."

Chen Han remained silent for a long time before finally speaking slowly, "I will consider this matter carefully. Don't expect me to agree to it now. Have Chen Qiuyu come to me."

"That's good then. Thank you, Brother Han. From now on, I, Chen Lei, will absolutely obey your orders!"

"Go then."

After Chen Lei left, Chen Han sat alone for a long time. For some reason, he felt very uncomfortable and couldn't understand why Chen Lei, who had always called him brother, would kneel down and beg him like that.

Can't we just talk things out properly?

The only possibility is that Chen Qiuyu has some fatal weakness that Chen Lei has been given, and it is, as he said, a weakness that concerns life and death.

Chen Han sighed. In any case, he was destined to join one of the three major branches of the Chen family, so helping Chen Lei wouldn't hurt.

However, he had already promised Chen Shanhe, and if he went back on his word now, it would likely anger the man, with potentially serious consequences.