I have a martial arts panel.

Xu Ning went out the door and went straight back to his study.

The task that Master Qu supposedly assigned was just something I made up on the spot.

The situation is now very clear: Chen Ren is very dissatisfied with himself.

If Xu Ning wanted to continue to survive in the Fengliu Lane post station, he had no choice but to rely on Qu Dayou's influence.

When Xu Ning returned to the courtyard, she found that Pan Du was gone.

I don't know if I woke up on my own or if someone carried me away.

Xu Ning didn't pay any attention and went straight back to his study.

More than an hour later, the city guard who had previously sent Feng Sigua to the clinic returned.

He brought with him the receipts for the treatment Feng Sigua received at the clinic.

"Twenty taels..."

Xu Ning looked at the cost of treating Feng Sigua.

This is less than Xu Ning expected, so it seems that Feng Sigua's injuries may not be as serious as they appear.

This is good news, but it's clear that Feng Sigua needs to rest for a while.

"Go and take this receipt to the accounting office and have them cancel it..."

Xu Ning said to the city guard.

"Yes."

The city guard took the receipt and turned to go to the accounting office.

……

For the next two weeks, Xu Ning stopped going to Wei Yi every day, and only showed his face every few days.

During this time, Qu Dayou met Xu Ning again.

This time, Qu Dayou mentioned his struggle with Cai Qinghan.

Since Qu Dayou became the captain of the Third Camp, the alliance of Qu Dayou, Xia Yuanxing and Ning Fengwen has finally given Cai Qinghan a run for his money.

However, Cai Qinghan clearly did not intend to be manipulated so easily and seemed to be plotting something.

Qu Dayou instructed Xu Ning to be careful about his safety and to be wary of Da Yuan Trading Company acting rashly or making personal attacks.

When the two parted, Qu Dayou gave Xu Ning five hundred taels of silver.

Xu Ning did not refuse.

He also knew why Qu Dayou was giving him money.

Afterwards, dealing with Wei Yi and Chen Ren's people in Fengliu Lane will definitely involve spending money.

……

A few more days passed.

It's already the end of the year.

In Kangyun County, the atmosphere of the Chinese New Year has already begun.

The new recruits in the third camp also received subsidies corresponding to their assessment levels.

Xu Ning received a subsidy of two hundred taels of silver and a swallowtail flower. In addition, he also received his monthly allowance at the post station in Fengliu Lane.

However, compared to the resource subsidies for newcomers, the monthly allowance is much less, only fifty taels of silver.

In the past, Xu Ning wouldn't have dared to dream of earning 250 taels a month, but now, after joining the Black Armor Guard, he has quite a bit of extra money.

After summarizing, Xu Ning had nearly eight hundred taels of spare money.

Xu Ning did not intend to use all of the nearly eight hundred taels of silver to buy spiritual medicine.

Firstly, the energy points that can be exchanged for the resources bought with this money are insufficient to bring about a qualitative change in one's strength.

Secondly, Xu Ning also needs money in her daily life.

For example, you could cultivate your network of contacts, or send money home to your sister and brother-in-law's family to improve their lives.

The New Year is approaching.

night.

Inside the third camp.

"Xu Ning."

Xu Ning's roommate, Tao Qingping, pushed open the door and came in. Seeing Xu Ning, he said, "The New Year is almost here, what are your plans?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Ning thought for a moment and said, "I don't have any special plans."

Xu Ning actually wanted to go home, but she wasn't allowed to right now.

The Third Camp has a rule for new recruits: only after completing the assessment and evaluation once every three months will they be entitled to a five-day leave to visit their families.

In addition, no one may leave Kangyun County unless required by the mission.

"That's perfect timing. The day after tomorrow is New Year's Day, and we'll all be on holiday. Tao Qingyuan was planning to invite all twenty of us to get together at Runfeng Restaurant."

Tao Qingping said, "I ran into him just now, and he asked me to tell everyone."

"Good."

Xu Ning also strongly supports this idea.

Since taking office, the twenty people from Taojiazhuang have never been able to get together.

This New Year's gathering is a chance to foster camaraderie and strengthen the bonds between the people of Taojiazhuang.

As a candidate for the next head of the Tao family, Tao Qingyuan is the most suitable organizer.

……

new Year.

Xu Ning woke up from her sleep to the sound of firecrackers popping outside.

"Get up quickly, Xu Ning!"

Tao Qingping had already changed her clothes.

Today is New Year's Day, so there's no need to wear the black armor guard uniform.

Tao Qingping changed into a brand new cotton coat, which he had bought on the street a few days ago.

"After breakfast, Lord Wei will come to the drill ground to wish everyone a Happy New Year. Although it's not mandatory, it's best not to miss it."

Tao Qingping reminded him.

"understood."

Xu Ning rubbed his eyes.

This is my first New Year in this world. I have no family members by my side, but thankfully, I am not alone.

After washing up, Xu Ning changed into a brand new, clean cotton coat.

This was purchased by Xu Ning's older sister, Xu Lian, before Xu Ning came to the county town.

After changing their clothes, Xu Ning and Tao Qingping went out.

At this time, red lanterns were hung, couplets were pasted, and various festive decorations were set up in the third camp.

When you meet someone on the road, unless they are from Tanjiazhuang, everyone will greet them and say a few words, whether they know them or not.

After having breakfast at the communal kitchen, everyone went to the drill ground together.

After waiting for a short while, Wei Changqing came in person and offered his New Year's greetings to everyone from the high platform in the training ground.

After delivering his congratulatory speech, Wei Changqing encouraged the new recruits of the Third Camp, hoping that they would practice martial arts diligently, perform their duties conscientiously, and live up to the reputation of the Black Armor Guards.

After that, Wei Changqing left, and everyone dispersed to make their own plans for the New Year.

"Everyone from Taojiazhuang, gather here!"

After the group disbanded, Tao Qingyuan greeted people in all directions.

Soon, he was surrounded by newlyweds from Taojiazhuang.

"I've already informed everyone in advance. I'm treating you all to lunch at Runfeng Restaurant today!"

After Tao Qingyuan finished speaking, the people from Taojiazhuang who were surrounding him started shouting and making a ruckus.

People don't care much about what they eat anymore.

In the third camp, there's all sorts of delicious food.

The reason everyone seemed so excited was mainly because they were celebrating the arrival of the New Year.

"Let's go, let's set off now!"

Seeing everyone's high spirits, Tao Qingyuan's face was also full of smiles.

"What time is it? There's still plenty of time before lunch!"

At this moment, someone spoke to Tao Qingyuan.

Tao Qingyuan smiled and said, "I know that... We're going to the restaurant now, not to eat right away. I've already booked a room in advance, and there's tea, dried fruit, and melons all provided. Let's all go and chat by the fireplace first."

"Qingyuan really thought of everything!"

Another commotion arose from the crowd.

Xu Ning was in the crowd, completely immersed in the festive atmosphere.

Lately, I've been constantly arguing with people from Fengliu Lane Post Station and Dayuan Trading Company, so it's rare to have such a relaxed and carefree time.

"Set off!"

Tao Qingyuan led the way, and the group of twenty people lined up and headed towards the restaurant.

Xu Ning walked at the end of the group, with Tao Jin walking alongside him.

"Happy New Year, Xu Ning"

Tao Jin and Xu Ning hadn't spoken earlier, so this time Tao Jin offered her New Year's greetings first.

"You too, wishing you a prosperous New Year."

Xu Ning replied with a smile.

Tao Jin was taken aback when she heard Xu Ning's words, and a faint smile appeared on her face.

"As a martial artist, shouldn't you congratulate me on my smooth path in martial arts?"

"They're all the same, they're all the same..."

Xu Ning gave a few perfunctory replies.

Seeing that Xu Ning didn't seem inclined to initiate conversation, Tao Jin stopped trying to talk to her.

She lagged slightly behind Xu Ning by half a step, secretly sizing him up.

"Something has changed..."

Tao Jin noticed that Xu Ning's temperament had changed quite a bit.

Compared to before she took up her post at Weiyi, Xu Ning now looks much more capable.

"I wonder how much his martial arts skills have improved since he came to the county town..."

Tao Jin wondered to herself.

During the time Tao Jin had been in Kangyun County, her own strength had not improved much.

She has been stuck at the Inner Abundance Realm for a long time, but there is still no sign of her reaching the Qi Sensing Realm.

However, Tao Jin was not in a hurry, because there was a watershed between the Qi Sensing Realm and the Inner Abundance Realm. To break through, one really needed time to settle down and accumulate experience.

A real breakthrough requires a catalyst.

Even Tao Qingyuan, like himself, still hasn't found the feeling of breaking through to the Qi Sensing Realm.