My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Okay...that's fine!!"

Chang Ying's expression changed, but she finally gritted her teeth and agreed.

Unfortunately, she really wasn't sure about Jiang Xiaobai.

After all, Jiang Xiaobai had genuinely punched a hole in the Xuanlin Armor.

"Hehe, Manager Chang is a straightforward person!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Xiaobai's face immediately lit up with a smile, and he gave Zhang Xinnian a wink.

Zhang Xinnian immediately understood and quickly turned back into the armory.

Not long after, Zhang Xinnian retrieved the two items.

One of them was the mechanical dagger called Snake Kiss.

One of them was the mother-and-child smoke bomb.

Jiang Xiaobai took it, glanced at it briefly, and nodded in satisfaction.

Yes, these two things, though not as good as the little gadget in his arms, are exquisite.

In the future... if any unexpected situation arises, it might come in handy.

"Manager Chang, let's go to the martial arts storeroom!"

Jiang Xiaobai looked at Chang Ying and said.

"it is good."

Chang Ying nodded and led the group out of the armory.

Not far away was another heavy iron gate.

Chang Ying took out the bronze plaque and inserted it into the mechanism on the side of the door.

With a click, the iron gate slowly opened.

Upon entering, Jiang Xiaobai immediately smelled a faint scholarly aroma.

Unlike the cold, hard atmosphere of the armory, this place was noticeably quieter.

Rows of wooden shelves are neatly arranged, and each row holds different martial arts books.

It has everything: fist techniques, palm techniques, sword techniques, knife techniques, and even internal energy cultivation.

Even some extremely obscure martial arts techniques were clearly categorized and arranged.

Jiang Xiaobai glanced at it and was immediately amazed. He had to admit that Tianjifang's collection was indeed quite substantial.

No wonder it attracts so many people from the martial arts world.

The sheer number of martial arts manuals in this room alone would likely cause a frenzy if placed outside.

At this point, Zhang Xinnian and Tang Ningshuang's reactions were noticeably different.

Zhang Xinnian's gaze couldn't help but drift towards the direction of the swordsmanship.

Although Tang Ningshuang's expression remained indifferent, her gaze fell on the row of sword techniques.

Neither of them spoke.

But Jiang Xiaobai could see that reaction clearly.

"Always in charge of things."

Jiang Xiaobai cleared his throat and looked at Chang Ying.

Chang Ying paused, her expression subtly changing.

For some reason, hearing Jiang Xiaobai speak now gave her a headache: "Is there anything else, Young Master Jiang?"

"Oh, can I add one more?"

Jiang Xiaobai spoke up.

Chang Ying's face immediately froze.

She knew it!

This young master Jiang is definitely not so easily satisfied.

"Young Master Jiang, you have already taken two extra weapons."

Chang Ying gritted her teeth: "According to the rules..."

"Manager Chang, if I were you..."

"Okay, okay, add, add, add!"

Chang Ying gritted her teeth, closed her eyes, and then glared at Jiang Xiaobai, saying, "Young Master Jiang can choose three books, but... this is the last time!"

"Absolutely no more!"

"Ha ha!"

Jiang Xiaobai laughed heartily and looked at Zhang Xinnian and Tang Ningshuang, saying, "I'll choose one, and you two can choose the remaining two!"

"Your Highness, this...this is really for me to choose from?"

Zhang Xinnian's eyes lit up immediately.

"nonsense."

Jiang Xiaobai waved his hand: "Go quickly."

"Thank you, Your Highness!"

Zhang Xinnian was so excited that he almost knelt down on the spot.

This is the Tianjifang Martial Arts Library; it's incredibly difficult for ordinary martial artists to get in.

Now, he can actually pick out a sword technique book here.

Who wouldn't be excited about such an opportunity?

"Well... thank you!"

Tang Ningshuang, standing to the side, also showed a slight change in expression. She glanced at Jiang Xiaobai and said awkwardly, "Consider it a favor I owe you!"

"Sure, sure!"

As Jiang Xiaobai nodded, Tang Ningshuang walked towards the swordplay area.

Jiang Xiaobai couldn't help but smile as he watched Tang Ningshuang's retreating figure.

Zhang Xinnian followed him every day; his loyalty was beyond question.

Although Tang Ningshuang was a bit cold, she was, after all, responsible for protecting him now.

Therefore, giving some benefits is certainly not a loss.

With this in mind, Jiang Xiaobai headed towards the internal energy cultivation method.

Yes. That's exactly what he needs right now.

Don't be fooled by the little gadget he's carrying; it's enough to fool a lot of people.

But Jiang Xiaobai knew in his heart that it was, after all, an external thing.

He could still be in danger if he encountered certain special circumstances or if someone got close to him.

If I could learn an internal energy cultivation method, even if I couldn't become a peerless master, it would still be good for strengthening my body!

As Jiang Xiaobai looked around, his brows gradually furrowed.

The names sounded impressive, but Jiang Xiaobai frowned after casually flipping through them and glancing at them.

Yes, most of these mental techniques require accumulation over time.

It's often said that it takes three years to get a basic understanding and five years to master the basics.

Jiang Xiaobai shook his head as he watched; how could he possibly have the time to slowly endure that?

By the time he makes a name for himself, his grave will probably be overgrown with weeds.

"Are there any quick fixes?"

Jiang Xiaobai muttered something to himself.

He continued flipping through the pages, and just as he was about to give up, his gaze was suddenly drawn to a thin booklet.

The booklet sat in the corner.

The book cover was slightly worn, and the words "Dragon and Phoenix Harmony Technique" were written on it.

Ok?

Jiang Xiaobai raised an eyebrow.

This name... something doesn't quite sound right.

However, since it's listed under internal energy cultivation methods, it should be considered a cultivation method, right?

Jiang Xiaobai, filled with curiosity, took the book down.

Then, he casually flipped open the book, glanced at it, and Jiang Xiaobai's face turned red. He quickly closed the book.

Wow, is it drawn so exquisitely?

This thing... is it really an internal energy cultivation method?

Could it be some old lecher who hid this picture book in here?

Jiang Xiaobai looked around and, seeing that no one was paying attention to him, quietly turned to another page.

Although the figure's pose is somewhat improper, there are meridian patterns on it.

After looking at it for a while, Jiang Xiaobai put the book back and continued reading other things.

After not finding it for a long time, Jiang Xiaobai hesitated for a moment, then turned back and picked up the book "Dragon and Phoenix Harmony Technique".

"Hmm, internal energy cultivation techniques—I only look at the techniques themselves, that makes perfect sense!!"

After saying that, Jiang Xiaobai solemnly put the book away and walked towards the door.

At this moment, Zhang Xinnian was already standing at the door waiting, holding a book on swordsmanship in his hand, his face flushed with excitement.

Judging from his appearance, if the occasion weren't inappropriate, he would probably have danced a couple of times on the spot.

Not long after, Tang Ningshuang also came over, holding a sword manual in her hand, her expression still indifferent.

But Jiang Xiaobai could still tell that she was actually in a good mood.

It's just that this woman is like that; she doesn't want to show it.

Jiang Xiaobai glanced at Tang Ningshuang's swordsmanship and smiled, "Miss Tang, have you made your choice?"

"Mm." Tang Ningshuang nodded gently.

After speaking, he glanced at Jiang Xiaobai again.

This time, however, it was less cold.

After all, this sword technique was a gift from Jiang Xiaobai to her.

She doesn't like owing favors to others.

But she really owes this favor.

"I need to check it out."

Chang Ying, seeing that the three had made their choices, said, "These are the rules of Tianji Workshop."

Without hesitation, Zhang Xinnian immediately handed over the knife technique in his hand.

Tang Ningshuang also passed the sword technique to Chang Ying.

Chang Ying glanced through the documents, confirmed they were correct, nodded, and looked at Jiang Xiaobai: "Where is Young Master Jiang's?"

"I don't think I need that, do I?"

Jiang Xiaobai coughed lightly: "I... I just grabbed a set of cultivation techniques at random, there's nothing to check."

"Ah, I hope Young Master Jiang will cooperate."

Chang Ying looked at Jiang Xiaobai and sighed softly.

In her opinion, the most important thing to investigate is Jiang Xiaobai.

"this……"

Jiang Xiaobai's lips twitched slightly. After hesitating for a moment, he finally took out the book.

But I don't know if it's because I'm too nervous.

When I raised my hand, it trembled.

pat!

The book fell directly to the ground.

And upon landing, a new page was turned.

In an instant, four pairs of eyes were fixed on that spot.

Jiang Xiaobai's expression froze, and Chang Ying was taken aback.

Tang Ningshuang was stunned for a moment, then her face flushed red.

As for Zhang Xinnian, his eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but mutter under his breath, "Wow, this is good stuff!"

"Your Highness is amazing! You managed to rescue that!"

"..."

Jiang Xiaobai was speechless. He quickly picked up the book and handed it to Chang Ying in a serious manner.

"This is an internal cultivation method. I only look at the method, not the person."

"Yeah!"

Zhang Xinnian couldn't help but speak up, "But what I see up there... are clearly people!"