High-level martial arts: Invincibility starts with basic archery.

Chapter 10: Am I overthinking this?

Of course, there is also some "not-so-good" news: to upgrade the body's enhancement level from 3 to 4, you need 4 potential points.

At the current rate of potential value growth of one point per day, it would take four days to achieve this.

"If I could eat more cooked lean meat, maybe two days would be enough," he muttered to himself, a bitter smile gradually appearing on his face.

It's easy to imagine that even if the hunting team had a good harvest today, the amount of meat they would each get would be very small—two pounds would be considered quite good.

Tonight, he ate almost half of it by himself, while his father, who is the pillar of the family, only ate a few pieces. This is definitely not acceptable.

"We should focus on improving our basic archery skills as soon as possible. There's no rush to strengthen our bodies. After all, our fathers aren't much stronger than normal people, and we can't keep putting them at risk."

Thinking of this, Chen Fan took a deep breath, drew back the bowstring, and immediately felt much more relaxed. Without a doubt, it was a benefit brought about by the physical enhancement.

With a flick of the finger, the arrow whizzed to the bullseye.

He took a deep breath and then fired the second and third arrows.

In the distant wilderness, the roars of unknown ferocious beasts could be heard from time to time, followed by deathly silence.

Chen Fan didn't know how much time had passed when he felt a wave of drowsiness wash over him, and his arms were also incredibly sore and achy.

"It seems that's all for tonight."

He yawned and looked at the skill bar.

[Basic Archery Lv1 (76.5%)...]

"It's faster than I expected."

A relaxed look appeared on his face. It seemed that if he practiced for another two or three hours tomorrow morning, he could reach level 2 in [Basic Archery]. If he also practiced in the afternoon and evening, level 3 should be achievable, right?

If everything goes well, I'll be able to go out with the hunting team the day after tomorrow.

If you can find prey, you can not only survive, but also become stronger!

...

The next day, as night slowly faded, a pale light appeared on the distant horizon, and soon it was dawn.

The entrance to the camp was already crowded with people, mostly the elderly, women and children, who were thin and pale, looking at the group of more than a dozen people outside with complicated expressions.

They knew that these people were going to seek refuge with Zhao Family Fortress.

That was the strongest human settlement within a hundred miles. I heard that they had no shortage of food and clothing, and the people living there were very happy.

Of course, such generous treatment is not available to everyone. Strong adult men can bring their families, and women under forty are also welcome. Others, such as frail men, the elderly, and children, should not even think about it.

Now, the Wei brothers are about to leave with their families. Once they leave, there will be even less food left in the village.

Chen Guodong stood at the front of the crowd, his eyes filled with tears.

Today we part ways, and we may never meet again, unless we meet in the wilderness, where we will not be friends, but competitors.

"Take care of yourself!"

He excitedly patted Wei Tiangong on the shoulder, his gaze sweeping over several familiar faces behind him.

Take care, Guodong.

Wei Tiangong patted Chen Guodong on the shoulder.

"Take care, Guodong."

"Brother Guodong, if you're coming to Zhao Family Fort, we can help you with introductions."

"Yes, Guodong, we're waiting for you!"

Chen Guodong shook his head; his decision was final and he wouldn't change it.

Take care, everyone.

The family members behind them also waved goodbye to familiar faces in the crowd with reluctance.

They don't want to leave unless absolutely necessary, but there's no hope of staying.

In an instant, cries filled the air. Under everyone's gaze, Wei Tiangong and his group gradually walked away, becoming a dozen small black dots in the distance, until they disappeared completely.

"Brother Wei and the others have left."

A man with a buzz cut said with a sense of loss, his eyes filled with confusion and worry about the future.

Chen Guodong turned around, looked at everyone, cleared his throat, and said, "Everyone, go back. The rest of you, get ready. We're going hunting later. Tiangong and the others have left, but I believe that with our strength, we can survive."

People were disheartened and left in twos and threes.

Can one truly live a good life?

After the elderly, women, and children left, the group of more than a dozen people was reduced to less than half, with only eight people remaining, including Chen Guodong.

"Hahaha."

The bald, burly man laughed, "Not bad, there are still eight people left."

Upon hearing this, the others all wore wry smiles.

Among them, some could go to Zhao Family Fort, but ultimately, considering their relationship with Chen Guodong, they were unwilling to leave at this time.

"Baldy, you sound so relaxed." A round-faced man said irritably, "With the Wei brothers gone, the team is even missing archers. It'll be hard to catch any more prey."

The bald man's smile froze for a moment, then he laughed again. "What's the panic? Use a trap."

"..."

Everyone was speechless.

"After we get back from the hunt, we'll practice our archery again. We really need some ranged attacks," Chen Guodong sighed, then looked at the group. "Shall we set off then?"

...

The lame man limped back from the village gate and saw a figure practicing archery from afar.

"Young people are definitely on their feet; they're back so quickly."

He thought to himself, then suddenly frowned. Something's not right. He seemed to have been in the crowd just now, but he didn't see this kid. He really didn't see him.

He slowly walked over and couldn't help but ask, "Didn't you go to the gate just now?"

Chen Fan turned his head, smiled, and said, "No, I came straight here after breakfast."

"..."

The lame man's eyes widened.

"Uncle Zhang, are you referring to the Wei brothers' departure?"

Chen Fan fired another arrow, and taking a moment to relax, he said, "They came to see my dad last night, and I was there. My dad left this morning, so it doesn't seem to matter much whether I go or not."

That's one way of putting it.

The lame man nodded.

The Wei brothers are determined to leave, and it doesn't matter who goes; trying to persuade them to stay will only make things more awkward for both sides.

His gaze then fell on Chen Fan, and he thought to himself that this kid seemed to be somewhat different from others.

Moreover, judging from his apparent fascination with archery and how much he seems to enjoy it, who knows, this kid might actually be able to take over the Wei brothers' position in the village's hunting team?

"I was dreaming."

He shook his head. It's too difficult. It's too difficult. It's not something that can be explained simply in a sentence or two.

"You guys, pull yourselves together!"

He walked to the other side and began to reprimand several young men.

Chen Fan couldn't help but chuckle, and then turned his attention back to the target.

One arrow, one arrow, and another.

(End of this chapter)