Starting from the pharmacy, he grew into a martial saint among men.

"master."

Chu Hong interrupted him, saying solemnly, "You did the right thing back then, I understand, and I don't blame you."

"Honestly, if I were in this position, I might not be able to do as well as my mentor."

Of course, understanding is one thing.

However, he did not agree with Zhuang Chengfeng's obsessive suppression and targeting of him.

He knew that Zhuang Chengfeng's visit might also have been motivated by a desire for reconciliation.

However, Chu Hong thought this move was unnecessary.

He paid for martial arts training at the martial arts school, and his meals were paid separately. He did not rely too much on Zhuang Chengfeng.

He owes Zhuang Chengfeng nothing, and Zhuang Chengfeng owes him nothing.

Therefore, it's best to maintain the existing relationship with Zhuang Chengfeng and avoid any further involvement.

That way, even if he leaves, he can have a clear conscience.

Chu Hong was determined to leave.

Lin Chenzhou is right, Yunxi is still too young, he can't be bound to this place forever.

He was going to the Azure Dragon Palace to see a higher and bigger world and to improve himself more quickly.

However, since I am going to Qinglong Prefecture now, I am not qualified to participate in the prefectural city's martial arts examination.

Therefore, he could only wait until the martial arts examination in Yunxi County was held and he obtained the title before leaving.

Zhuang Chengfeng sighed inwardly and handed a book to Chu Hong.

"Chu Hong, this is the secret technique of my Nine Forging Fist. Take a look and ask me if you don't understand anything."

"Consider it...consider it repaying the life-saving favor you showed me."

Chu Hong paused for a moment, then pushed it back to Zhuang Chengfeng.

"Master, please take this back, otherwise it's not fair to our eldest and second senior brothers."

Zhuang Chengfeng was rejected again, and his expression became even more complicated.

He remained silent for a long time, then quietly put the booklet away and turned to leave.

Just as Chu Hong was about to close the door, he saw Song Yue walking quickly towards him.

"Junior Brother Chu is leaving soon; the banquet is about to begin."

At this moment, the Song family's house was brightly lit, preparing for a grand banquet.

Song Qingshan and his family members stood guard at the entrance. Upon seeing Chu Hong alight from the carriage, they all bowed respectfully.

"Welcome, Young Master Chu!"

This scene completely baffled Chu Hong.

He couldn't help but look at Song Yue beside him, only to see Song Yue wink at him playfully.

Song Qingshan stepped forward personally and laughed loudly:

"Brother Chu, come quick, come quick! Tonight we won't leave until we're drunk!"

Chu Hong then took his seat.

He then realized that the Song family had even invited his parents.

The two elders had never seen such a grand scene before, and even with Chu Hong right beside them, they were still quite flustered.

Song Yue was quite perceptive; she immediately went over and pulled the two elders aside to talk quietly.

Before long, the two elderly people relaxed and smiled.

After the banquet ended, Song Qingshan led Chu Hong to a secret room.

"Brother Chu, weren't you looking for a body-strengthening martial arts technique?"

Chu Hong stared at Song Qingshan with surprise and slight excitement:

"Have you found Uncle Song?"

If a method for external martial arts is truly found, his established system will be complete.

At that time, he will have both offensive and defensive capabilities, making it difficult for ordinary weapons to harm him.

The chances of obtaining official rank through martial arts examinations will increase significantly.

"The Song family has searched far and wide for a method of external martial arts, but to no avail."

Song Qingshan shook his head and smiled wryly. He pointed to the wooden box in the center of the secret room: "But I spent a lot of money to get a set of protective soft armor from the prefectural city. I think it can help Brother Chu in an emergency."

As he spoke, Song Qingshan opened the wooden box.

A dark silver soft armor lay quietly inside.

Its shape is similar to a men's vest from the previous life, but it is slightly thicker, cool and soft to the touch, and extremely comfortable.

Chu Hong fell in love with him at first sight.

Song Qingshan rubbed the soft armor and introduced it with a smile: "It's called Silver Silk Armor. It can greatly reduce the impact of internal force. Even if it's neutral force, it can weaken it by two points."

"With this to protect you, Brother Chu, you won't have to worry about getting hurt during your martial arts training."

Song Qingshan's thinking was indeed thorough.

Many people cherish martial arts techniques and skills, unwilling to share them, which is why they are so rare.

But protective armor is different; it's made specifically for sale.

If you can't find a proper external martial arts technique, using the silver silk armor as a temporary solution is not bad.

Chu Hong put away the silver silk armor and clasped his hands in thanks:

"Uncle Song, this is just what I need, so please don't be shy."

"Don't be so polite, come on, put it on quickly!" Song Qingshan urged.

With that, he took the lead and walked out of the secret room, leaving the inside to Chu Hong.

Chu Hong thought about it and realized that it was indeed inconvenient to carry the silver silk armor around directly, but wearing it would provide better protection.

Without hesitation, he immediately put on the silver silk armor.

When they came out of the secret room, Song Qingshan had already disappeared.

Only Song Yue remained standing there. Seeing Chu Hong emerge, she stepped forward and whispered:

"Junior Brother Chu, my father has something to attend to and asked me to entertain you. I have already made arrangements for your uncle and aunt; I will send them back first thing tomorrow morning."

"Look, it's getting late. Why don't we rest for the night before heading back?"

Chu Hong waved his hand and said, "Senior Sister Song, given our friendship, I'd be willing to rest for ten nights, let alone one."

"However, I have something really urgent to attend to tonight and have to go back to the martial arts school. I'm afraid I can't thank you for your kindness."

Chu Hong's words were not a fabricated reason.

In reality, he wanted to return to the martial arts school and study the gold paper given to him by his master on his own.

If he stayed overnight at the Song family's house, Song Yue's presence would actually make it harder for him to conduct his research.

Furthermore, he keenly sensed that Song Yue had just washed up, suggesting that the Song family might have other plans.

"Alright, Junior Brother Chu, you can go back without worry. I will take good care of your uncle and aunt."

Afterwards, Chu Hong chatted with his parents for a few more minutes.

The main point is that he cannot rest here tonight, but he will go home tomorrow, so the two elders can rest here in peace.

As she said, Song Yue took meticulous care of Chu Jianghe and his wife after Chu Hong left, earning their deep affection.

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When I returned to the martial arts school, it was already late at night.

Chu Hong lit the oil lamp and took out a piece of gold paper from the inner layer of his clothes.

He read the contents of the gold paper by the light of the lamp.

Shortly after, the panel flashed.

【Void Palm (Beginner) 0/1000】

"So the martial art Master was talking about was the Void Palm!"

In broad daylight, the overwhelming, all-encompassing dark purple handprint reappeared before my eyes.

It is magnificent and awe-inspiring.

At that time, Lin Chenzhou of the Wuyou Sect even shouted "Void Great Handprint".

It should be noted that Lin Chenzhou was a master of martial arts above the Transformation Realm, and he single-handedly caused the entire Yunxi County camp to fall apart.

As a result, with just one slap, he was smashed into a pulp.

This shows just how powerful this giant handprint is.

The Void Palm technique in his hand is most likely a low-level version of the Great Handprint.

The thought of his own future actions being so powerful filled Chu Hong with barely suppressed excitement.

Who wouldn't want to reach the pinnacle of martial arts, where a mere gesture can decide life or death?

"Such a powerful palm technique, I'd be doing myself a disservice if I didn't learn it."

Chu Hong solemnly put away the gold paper.

Although the Void Palm requires a higher level of proficiency, it is still a more profound martial art, so an initial level of 1,000 proficiency points is acceptable.

However, the Void Palm technique must never be practiced in front of others.

This is his trump card, and he can't let outsiders know it.

It should not be used unless absolutely necessary.

Even if used, no survivors should be left.

Chu Hong made this decision because of martial artists' vicious pursuit of great power.

Once most martial artists reach their limit and find it difficult to improve, they will seek other methods to enhance their strength.

Divine weapons, martial arts techniques, and miraculous elixirs are all included here.

Every husband is not guilty, and he is guilty of his crime.

If news of his possession of the Void Palm were to spread, it would surely attract the covetous eyes of many powerful forces.

It is not limited to Yunxi County, but may also involve other counties and even the prefectural city.

Although those people may be wary of the Master's existence, there will definitely be some who will take the risk to test and plot against him.

Once it is discovered that he has no means of survival, that will be his death day.

Chu Hong thought of many things in an instant.

"There are too many people and too many eyes at the martial arts school, I can't stay here any longer."

"From now on, I'll go back home to live, and practice martial arts in the big courtyard that the Song family gave me. That way, I can avoid all eyes and ears."