Daily News: You promised yourself to be a fisherman, but you've become a martial arts god?

The third day after Zhou Hu was killed.

Conference for Temporary Appointment.

Early in the morning, Li Nian sat on the bed.

"Activate the intelligence system!"

Li Nian's heart skipped a beat.

[Daily intelligence update has been implemented]

[Intelligence 1: Iron Shirt originated from the Mountain-Shaking Camp, one of the Ten Camps of the Great Zhou Dynasty. It is a secret manual for external martial arts called "The True Body of the Giant Elephant of Mount Sumeru," which was privately passed down to Zhou Hu by his elder brother, Zhou Long.]

Zhou Long is the newly appointed centurion of the Mountain-Shaking Camp, a veteran of many battles, and his skills have been refined through rigorous training.

Li Nian frowned.

The fact that General Zhou Long secretly passed on his secret martial arts techniques to Zhou Hu demonstrates the depth of his feelings for Zhou Hu.

He killed Zhou Hu. If Zhou Long finds out about this, he will definitely avenge Zhou Hu.

Although he disposed of Zhou Hu's body properly, he had a connection with Zhou Hu. If Tang Zhengxiong and others added fuel to the fire, Zhou Long might target him.

The centurion of the Hanshan Camp commands a squad of a hundred men and wields extraordinary power.

"The Mountain-Shaking Camp is a fierce army in the western border region. At present, the army is constantly fighting with the enemy's border troops, and Zhou Long will not be able to return for a while."

"During this period, I must improve my cultivation level as soon as possible."

"When Zhou Long returns, we will possess the strength to contend with him!"

Li Nian's gaze was as sharp as a knife.

In the world of martial arts, strength reigns supreme.

Some things don't require evidence; it's often better to kill than to let someone go.

He didn't believe Zhou Long would go through legal proceedings with him!

"Next piece of intelligence."

Li Nian looked at the next piece of intelligence.

[Intelligence 2: Tang Zhengxiong has returned to Qianhu County. After learning of Zhou Hu's disappearance, he suspects that Zhou Hu, fearing being killed in the crossfire, sought refuge with Zhou Long.]

[To prevent Zhou Hu from revealing the location of the treasure fish to Zhou Long, thus allowing Zhou Hu to steal the fish, and to increase the number of men monitoring your movements, Tang Zhengxiong is attempting to seize the treasure fish before the Zhou brothers, Zhou Hu and Zhou Long, can.]

Meanwhile, Tang Zhengxiong suspects that you revealed the location of the treasure fish to Liu Qinyun. Under Liu Qinyun's protection, he will not rashly attack you, much less harm your family in the south of the city.

If you reveal any weakness, they will capture you with swift and decisive action.

"Tang Zhengxiong is indeed meticulous!"

Li Nian narrowed his eyes, a cold killing intent flashing within them.

Tang Zhengxiong is a meticulous and cunning man, like a venomous snake, lurking in the shadows and posing a danger to him at any time.

But it was precisely because Tang Zhengxiong was too cautious that his guesses were far from the truth, and because he was wary of Liu Qinyun, that his sister-in-law and niece were able to live without worry.

If he goes out on a temporary post, Tang Zhengxiong will be even less likely to focus his attention on his sister-in-law and niece, which will be safer for them!

After a moment's thought, Li Nian nodded in satisfaction.

"Next piece of intelligence."

Let's keep looking at the intelligence.

[Intelligence 3: Today's Qinyun Martial Arts Academy's inauguration ceremony is mainly for you. The Zhang family already knows that you caught the treasure fish and sold it to Qinyun Martial Arts Academy, and they are furious that you refused to sell it to them.]

[Furthermore, you were once a fisherman's tenant for the Zhang family. This time, by knocking on the Blood Gate, you have made them say that you cannot distinguish between jade and stone, and they feel that you have damaged the family's reputation. Therefore, they plan to recruit you with a large sum of money and then get rid of you.]

The Zhang family!

Li Nian's brows furrowed, her gaze turning icy cold.

His entire family had been fishermen for the Zhang family for generations, making money for them. Now, for the sake of face, they were plotting to kill him.

The Zhang family has already found a way to bring about their own demise!

"continue."

Li Nian looked down.

[Intelligence 4: Recently, the Thousand Lakes Water Bandits have been rampant. The county government has fought against the bandits on the waterways, suffering heavy losses. They are urgently recruiting Ming Jin martial arts practitioners.]

The county government has always been dissatisfied with the Zhang family's unbridled behavior, especially after the incident between the Zhang family and the Haoran Martial Arts School. Restraining the Zhang family is now urgent, and recruiting Ming Jin martial artists is also a way to keep the Zhang family in check.

Li Nian's eyes lit up as he looked at the intelligence report in front of him.

The best course of action for him is undoubtedly to join the Zhang family's mortal enemy, as they intend to persecute him.

Moreover, the county government is genuinely seeking talent, making it a worthwhile place to visit.

[Intelligence 5: ...Beneath the flowerbed in the backyard of the Haoran Martial Arts School in the city lies a complete version of the "Haoran Fist Technique" at the Transformation Level]

[Intelligence 6: ...The Qianhu Cliff Cave contains the relics and inheritance of a direct disciple of the Tianhai Sect...]

Li Nian closed the system.

After getting up, washing up, and having breakfast, I went to the martial arts school.

Upon arriving at the martial arts school, Xia Qingwei called him to meet Liu Qinyun.

In the main hall of the inner courtyard, Liu Qinyun leaned against the daybed, her clear, beautiful eyes carrying a hint of reprimand.

"You have indeed broken through the coccyx."

"Insufficient blood and qi, and a desire for quick success and instant benefits are major taboos for martial arts practitioners."

"If your foundation is unstable in the future, do not improve your cultivation level."

"With high comprehension, it's easy to break through the barriers of one's realm, so there's no need to rush to break through."

"No matter how high one's cultivation level, if the foundation is unstable, like bamboo shoots after a spring rain, no matter how fast they grow, they will be easily broken!"

Liu Qinyun gave a stern lecture.

"Thank you for your guidance, Master."

"Your disciple will remember this!"

Li Nian clasped his hands in agreement.

Liu Qinyun nodded.

"A martial arts school is a place to teach you martial arts. Theory alone is not enough; the level of skill is not determined by cultivation and theory, but by actual combat."

"Today is the job placement conference. Securing a good position will greatly benefit your experience, so please be careful."

"Disciple understands!"

"Go down."

Li Nian withdrew.

Inside the lobby.

"Godmother, Junior Brother Li is so quick to learn and grow. Will sending him out to gain experience so early be harmful to him?"

"Jade that is not carved cannot become a useful object; no matter how beautiful the jade, if it has no practical use, it is ultimately just an ornament!"

Liu Qinyun waved his hand, indicating that he had no intention of discussing the matter.

Xia Qingwei knew Liu Qinyun's quirks, so she didn't try to persuade him further and left the hall.

Xia Qingwei caught up with Li Nian.

"Junior brother, come this way."

Li Nian hesitated for a moment, then followed.

A stranger stood in the inner courtyard corridor. He was of medium build, dressed in a spotless blue cloth robe, with a simple long sword hanging at his waist. His posture was as upright as a pine tree, and his handsome features concealed a hint of hardship. He walked with a steady gait, showing no sign of impetuosity.

"Let me introduce you."

"Junior Brother Li, this is your third senior brother, Gu Jingsong."

"Junior Brother Gu, this is Sixth Junior Brother Li Nian."

Xia Qingwei introduced.

"Greetings, Third Senior Brother."

Li Nian greeted them with a cupped hand.

In the past few days, Li Nian had learned about the senior brothers and sisters of the inner sect from Xia Qingwei.

Senior Sister Qin Geyue is cold on the outside but warm on the inside, and is the best in the martial arts school.

Second Senior Sister Xia Qingwei is as still as a virgin and as swift as a rabbit.

The third senior brother was Gu Jingsong, who was in front of us, and he was cheerful and bold.

Fourth Senior Brother Cen Mo, as his name suggests, is taciturn and very reserved.

Fifth Senior Sister Meng Suxi, who has only been practicing Blood Refining for half a year, has mastered a family-inherited whip technique and is quite skilled.

He ranked sixth.

On weekdays, the five senior brothers and sisters take turns supervising the cultivation of the outer disciples.

"Greetings, Junior Brother Li."

Gu Jingsong laughed heartily, "Junior Brother, you've opened the Blood Gate in just fifteen days; you're truly a genius."

"Being a genius is one thing, but he's also incredibly handsome; it truly makes my senior brother jealous!"

After saying that, he patted Li Nian on the shoulder with satisfaction.

"You flatter me, senior brother."

Li Nian said modestly.

You can tell a person's character by their voice.

The third senior brother, Gu Jingsong, was indeed a straightforward and cheerful person.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Xia Qingwei led the two to sit down at the stone table.

Xia Qingwei poured a cup of tea for each of them and looked at Li Nian intently.

"Junior Brother Li, the reason I brought Jinsong back this time is to talk to you about the temporary posting."

"We would like to invite you to join us in providing escort services for Zhenwei Escort Agency."