My cultivation techniques can be infinitely fused.

"Sir, where are we going after we enter the city?" the caravan manager asked as he approached.

"First, I'll find an inn to stay in. Then I'll go find the commander of the border army. My uncle gave me a letter introducing me to Commander Su He of the border army. Lu Kun's in-law is also a commander. He can get Lu Kun out of the city, and Su He can too," Lu Kun said confidently.

Everyone here has a commander behind them; there's no reason why you can leave the city while I can't.

Besides, Lu Xiong brought enough silver with him.

"What you say is true, sir," the steward quickly replied.

However, Lu Kun rushed over as soon as he received the news.

If you ask around further, you'll find out that not just anyone can leave the city.

On the other side, Lu Zheng was unaware of all this. At this moment, he was undergoing another transformation. Although Xiao Ling gave him a third-grade cultivation technique, it was a complete cultivation technique that he had integrated.

Memories of leg techniques kept forming in his mind.

Even his body was changing. It was as if he had been practicing the "Kamikaze Leg" since he was a child. His leg muscles were becoming stronger and more powerful, and he found that he was also faster.

"Buzz!"

As the leg moved, a burst of energy surged forth.

Lu Zheng's cultivation techniques have been successfully integrated.

[Technique: Third-grade intermediate martial art "Dragon Elephant Body Forging Technique" (109/30000 Great Mastery)]

The name of the exercise has been changed again.

It became the "Dragon Elephant Body Forging Technique," which includes leg techniques, sword techniques, a set of integrated stance training, and methods for discerning people's hearts and cultivating one's spirit.

Although the level is not very high.

But for Lu Zheng, it was the most suitable.

Moreover, apart from his legs, his entire body has grown again.

Having witnessed the strength displayed by those sect experts last time, Lu Zheng now desperately hopes that his own strength can be improved.

With sufficient strength, one can cope with the dangers of this world.

  

Then, Lu Zheng began to cultivate using the "Dragon Elephant Body Forging Technique".

This time he discovered that his proficiency was increasing even faster.

[Host's proficiency in the "Dragon Elephant Body Forging Technique" increases by 7]

[Host's proficiency in the "Dragon Elephant Body Forging Technique" increases by 7]

......

As the sound continued to ring out.

A smile appeared on Lu Zheng's lips.

He hadn't expected that normal training could increase his proficiency so much.

If one were to take elixirs, their cultivation speed would likely be even faster.

Thinking of this, a glint flashed in Lu Zheng's eyes.

I still lack silver. If I had silver, I could buy cultivation resources and increase my strength again.

It seems I still need to find a way to make money.

"Bang bang bang!"

Just then, there was a rapid knocking on the door.

Lu Zheng frowned, but he still went outside and opened the courtyard gate. He then saw Huang Yan's familiar face appear before him, with a fawning expression on Huang Yan's face.

Lu Zheng looked at him and asked, "Is there something you need?"

As he spoke, he stepped aside to let him in.

Huang Yan immediately entered the room and said softly, "Sir, Second Master Lu has returned and is now staying at the inn. However, many merchant caravans, knowing his connections, have gone looking for him after leaving the city."

They wanted to find out about the Second Master's relationship.

He can't leave right now, so he sent me over to discuss it with you.

Upon hearing Huang Yan's words, Lu Zheng raised an eyebrow.

After pondering for a moment, he said, "Here's what we'll do. I won't get involved in this matter. You and my second uncle will gather all the caravan leaders together tonight and tell them that they can leave the city, and each caravan will get 30% of the net profit."

"If you want, you can leave the city today; if you don't, you'll have to wait."

Lu Zheng was short of money, extremely short of it. As long as he guarded the city gate and prevented the sect members from leaving, he could earn some money himself, and Xiao Ling wouldn't blame him.

Moreover, if this happens, all sorts of monsters and demons will want to pay to leave the city, and I might be able to capture some more people from other sects.

"Yes, sir." Huang Yan said and prepared to leave.

However, just as he turned around, Lu Zheng continued, "Starting tomorrow, those who have paid can officially leave the city. Except for the brothers guarding the Hundred Cavalry Garrison, everyone else should come and wait for me at the city gate tomorrow."

If this goes well, you'll have the silver for your breakthrough.

As soon as he finished speaking...

Huang Yan's eyes lit up; who wouldn't want to break through?

Although their path to advancement is relatively narrow, they wield great power. Moreover, even if there's no position to advance to if they become strong, they'll still receive corresponding benefits.

Overall, it's a good thing.

Therefore, after hearing Lu Zheng's words, he immediately replied, "Yes, sir."

Then he turned and left.

As for Lu Zheng, he continued his cultivation in the courtyard.

Nothing happened after that, until late at night when Huang Yan came to find Lu Zheng again.

As soon as he entered, he said excitedly, "Sir, everything is settled. Thirteen caravans, a total of 52,000 taels of silver. I've never seen so much in my life."

"Those caravans aren't complaining, are they?"

"Sir, you don't know, they're all scrambling to send it up, as if they're afraid I won't accept it. Today we only tried it on a small scale, but I expect even more people will come looking for it tomorrow," Huang Yan hurriedly said.

Lu Zheng nodded, took out 20,000 taels and said, "You can share 10,000 taels with the brothers below, and give this 10,000 taels to Captain He Yun so that he can share the profits with the border troops."

He knew in his heart that if he wanted to earn this money with peace of mind, he had to tie the border troops to him as well.

Moreover, this will make the relationship between the two sides closer.

When the time comes and I need He Yun's help, will he not lend a hand?

Back then, the Old Man of Heavenly Secrets personally predicted that the world was about to descend into chaos, and he himself had foreseen it.

Xiao Ling cares so much about it, and the fact that powerful families and the royal family are vying for it shows that this is not a fabrication.

By then, they will not only have the strength, but also the troops.

Winning over He Yun is one thing, but cultivating some suitable subordinates is also very necessary.

The reason why powerful families are confident is that they control the land, the hidden population, and a large number of talented people.

Therefore, no matter how the dynasty changed, it still needed the support of powerful families.

This is essential for Lu Zheng to live well in this world.

And to get these things, you need enough money.

Huang Yan looked at Lu Zheng, nodded immediately, and then said respectfully, "Sir, I will make the arrangements right away. From now on, I, Huang Yan, will only obey you. I will do whatever you say."

Having spent so many years in the Hundred Cavalry Division, I gained nothing but looking impressive from the outside.

He's only been following Lu Zheng for a short time, yet he's already made money and been promoted.

Therefore, they immediately began to pledge their loyalty.

Lu Zheng nodded. Regardless of whether what the other party said was true or false, the fact that he said those words was a good start. Then he waved his hand, signaling Huang Yan to step down.

Just as Lu Zheng was planning to establish his own power base in Fufeng.

Inside the Soft Jade Pavilion, Lu Xiong was all smiles as he spoke to Su He, the centurion of the border army: "My lord, regarding the border crossing procedures..."

"Old Lu, logically speaking, with your brother-in-law's letter, I should help, but that power isn't in my hands," Su He said with a wry smile.

Lu Xiong thought the other party was making excuses, so he said softly, "Sir, I can add more money to this deal. I'll give you five thousand taels of silver. Please let me pass through this pass, otherwise I won't be able to do business next year."

My brother was allowed to pass by Lord Zhao Xin, so as a centurion, you will certainly have no problem as well.”

"Hey, I knew it! How could you be so sure I could let you out? I'll tell you the truth, but don't tell anyone else. This information is only known to the higher-ups in Sai City."

"The reason Zhao Xin was able to let people out of the city is because he's connected with someone in the Hundred Cavalry Division. It has little to do with him. Let alone Zhao Xin, even our captain wouldn't have been able to let you out if it weren't for that lord." Su He finished speaking.

He patted Lu Xiong on the shoulder and continued, "I have a good relationship with your brother-in-law. Since you're in Fufeng, this meal is on me. If you want to leave the city, go to Zhao Xin's residence. You definitely won't be able to get anything done by asking me."

After Su He finished speaking, he turned and left.

Watching the other person's retreating figure, Lu Xiong gritted his teeth and finally decided to try his luck at Zhao Xin's residence.

Although they had separated from Lu Kun, Lu Wan was still his niece. There shouldn't be any problem with her introducing him to that important person.

Thinking of this, he stood up and walked outside.