Gou Zai Wudao Shi Lian Shen

That day, Wang Shouyi came to find Lu Chen.

Lu Chen was practicing his palm techniques in the backyard.

With the aid of Wang Ji's medicinal liquid, his Vajra Palm technique had reached a minor level of mastery. A thick layer of dark gold calluses had formed on the surface of his palms, the lines on his palms had become coarser and deeper, and his knuckles had become slightly raised, but he did not appear clumsy. Instead, he looked like iron that had been forged through countless hammerings.

Wang Shouyi walked into the courtyard and, seeing Lu Chen's palm, couldn't help but raise an eyebrow: "Lu Chen, you've already learned Qiao Yuan's Mighty Vajra Palm so quickly?"

It has been less than ten days.

Lu Chen nodded, "Shopkeeper, thanks to Master Ge Ye's medicinal concoction, we've just achieved a small success!"

Wang Shouyi couldn't help but say, "If Qiao Yuan were still alive, he would probably call him a monster too."

Lu Chen smiled and said, "I don't want Senior Qiao Yuan's famous palm technique to tarnish its reputation in my hands."

Wang Shouyi's admiration and praise for Lu Chen grew stronger, but he changed the subject and said, "I've come to see you today because there's something I want to discuss."

Lu Chen said, "Please speak, shopkeeper."

Wang Shouyi's face turned serious, and he said, "These days, the Huang family has been much more well-behaved."

"But now, undercurrents are surging and turmoil is brewing in the county town."

"Nobody knows if there are other forces secretly watching our Wang family."

"The lingering influence of Senior Qiao Yuan may be intimidating for a while, but news of his death will be revealed sooner or later."

Lu Chen nodded.

During this time, they could use seclusion to heal their wounds as a cover, but as time dragged on and Qiao Yuan remained out of sight, it became easy for others to guess that Qiao Yuan was dead.

Wang Shouyi continued, "At that time, our Wang family will once again be thrust into the spotlight and become the target of public criticism."

"So, we want you to move from the shadows into the light."

"The news of your advancement to the Great Perfection will be made public."

"I understand what the shopkeeper means." Lu Chen nodded.

He understood Wang Shouyi's actions.

As the saying goes, it's not the thief you should fear, but the one who has his eye on you.

If everyone thinks that Wang Ji is all show and no substance, relying only on Qiao Yuan, whose fate is unknown, then sooner or later someone will try to test the waters.

If Wang Ji wants to truly stabilize the situation, he must push Lu Chen from the shadows to the forefront to fill the void left by Qiao Yuan.

Moreover, during this period, the outside world was unaware of Qiao Yuan's death. By pushing Lu Chen to the forefront at this time, with Qiao Yuan in the open and in the shadows, the Wang family was given the impression of having two powerful figures in charge.

It will definitely deter any petty thieves who want to make underhanded moves.

In this way, the patrol pressure on Wangji Yam Shop can be greatly reduced, and all the guards can breathe a sigh of relief. There is no need to be so tense every day, not letting go of the slightest movement.

Wang Shouyi also said, "We will announce to the public that Senior Qiao Yuan is seriously injured and in seclusion, and that you, Lu Chen, have advanced to the Great Perfection of Blood Transformation and become our new honorific."

"An old honorific still enjoys a prestigious reputation, while a new honorific is just beginning to show his talent."

"In that case, those outside who are eyeing Wang Ji will have to reconsider."

"How does the shopkeeper plan to announce this?" Lu Chen asked.

Wang Shouyi said, "Simply spreading rumors is not enough."

"Words alone are not enough; others may not believe them."

"So I invited people from the Wangyuan Escort Agency to come and discuss business."

"When the time comes, you should come out and greet the people from Wangyuan Escort Agency."

Lu Chen's eyes flickered slightly. "Does the manager intend to use the people from Wangyuan Escort Agency to spread the message for Wang's business?"

Wang Shouyi smiled and said, "Wangyuan Escort Agency makes its living in the martial arts world."

"The message is more effective when it comes from their mouths than if we shout it ten times in the street ourselves."

Lu Chen nodded. "That's definitely more effective!"

The people from Wangyuan Escort Agency are more credible, and Wangji can also take this opportunity to stabilize the pharmacy business.

afternoon.

Wangji Yam Shop has been completely renovated.

The gate was wide open, and guards stood on both sides.

Everyone carried a long knife at their waist, looking very energetic.

Many people on the street noticed the commotion and looked around.

Before long, the sound of horses' hooves came from the end of the long street.

A group of bodyguards rode slowly towards them.

The leader was none other than Luo Kuan, the deputy head镖师 (bodyguard/escort). He was burly, with dark skin, slightly bulging temples, and a thick-backed sword hanging at his waist. He exuded a fierce aura honed from years of traveling all over the country.

Wang Qinian immediately came out to greet him.

"Chief镖师 Luo, please!"

Luo Kuan dismounted and followed Wang Qinian into the yam shop.

Wang Qinian led the people into the front hall.

Wang Shouyi had been waiting for a long time.

Today he wore a dark robe, and his face showed no trace of the fatigue of the past few days. On the contrary, he was calm and composed.

"Luo the镖头 (Luo the镖头)."

"Manager Wang."

The two exchanged pleasantries and took their seats.

At this point, Wang Shouyi cut to the chase, asking with a smile, "Chief镖罗, do you still remember last year when we went to the Hidden Dragon Martial Arts Academy to recruit a martial artist who had just broken through to the next realm?"

Luo Kuan nodded. "Of course I remember."

"I still vividly remember Manager Wang's extravagant act of robbing the Huang family that day!"

Wang Shouyi laughed and said, "Chief镖罗, you don't know this, but whenever I think back to that day, I feel like I'm dreaming."

"Oh, what do you mean?" Luo Kuan looked at Wang Shouyi and raised his eyebrows to ask.

"Chief镖罗, the martial artist I intercepted from the Huang family that day has now broken through to the Great Perfection realm and become a retainer of my Wang family!" Wang Shouyi said with a beaming face.

"Breaking through to the Great Perfection realm? Is Manager Wang really serious?"

"Is that the kid from that day? I think his name is Lu Chen?" Luo Kuan was very doubtful.

In less than a year, he's gone from the initial stage of Blood Refining to the advanced stage? Are you kidding me?

Knowing that Luo Kuan didn't believe him, Wang Shouyi didn't waste any time and directly called Lu Chen out.

Soon, Lu Chen appeared in the main hall dressed in a dark blue outfit.

Wang Shouyi stood up and solemnly introduced, "Chief镖师 Zhao, this is the newly appointed retainer of my Wang family."

"Lu Chen".

Luo Kuan's expression hardened as he stared at Lu Chen.

Lu Chen then clasped his hands in greeting to Luo Kuan, saying, "Chief镖师 Luo!"

At the same time, his whole body was filled with surging blood and qi, revealing the blood and qi protection that only those who have mastered the Great Blood Transport Technique can possess.

Luo Kuan's expression changed drastically.

It's truly a mastery of blood transfusion!

It really was that kid he personally recruited at Canglong Martial Arts School that day!

"Good! Good! Good!"

"Truly, heroes emerge from among the young!"

Luo Kuan clapped his hands and laughed, "Your Hidden Dragon Martial Arts School is on the rise! Not long ago, you produced a genius, Shi Hao, who became famous in Chixia County at the Gathering of Heroes. And today, you, so young, have emerged..."

Halfway through his sentence, Luo Kuan seemed to remember something and paused.

It seems that Lu Chen was kicked out of the Hidden Dragon Martial Arts School some time ago.

He was accused of disobeying his master's orders and betraying his sect...

Seeing Luo Kuan's sudden embarrassment, Lu Chen took the initiative to speak, saying, "Chief镖罗 (Luo, the镖头 is a nickname for a镖头), I've long admired your reputation. Now is a perfect opportunity for me to learn a few moves from you. What do you say, Chief镖罗 (Luo, the镖头 is a nickname for a镖头)?"

Upon hearing this, Luo Kuan narrowed his eyes slightly.

He guessed Wang Shouyi's true intention in inviting the Wangyuan Escort Agency to his door today.

It's not as simple as discussing business; we want their Wangyuan Escort Agency to help promote their Wangji's newly promoted Blood Transport Master!

Luo Kuan did not immediately agree, but looked at Wang Shouyi and said, "Manager Wang, the main reason we came here this time is to discuss business with your firm."

Wang Shouyi naturally understood that Luo Kuan meant to talk business at this time, and immediately replied, "Chief Luo, this time we will give all the Blood Qi Powder we provide to Wangyuan Escort Agency a 20% discount."

"20% off..." Luo Kuan pondered for a moment, then remained silent.