Surviving in the chaos of battle, I'm grinding for proficiency.

As Li Chuan watched the Luo family carriage disappear into the distance, his mind was filled with a myriad of thoughts.

As the first benefactor he encountered, Luo Zheng naturally formed a deep bond with him.

However, he has never been one to be pessimistic about things.

Unlike the usual melancholy and sorrow of separation, Li Chuan felt...

Separation is only for a better reunion next time.

"Senior Brother Luo was of average talent, but his comprehension was also quite good."

"If I hadn't been held back by so many trivial matters, I might have had the chance to break through to the Transformation Realm."

"Now that he is focused on martial arts, his future is bright."

The Sanyuan Prefecture offers numerous opportunities, including rare and precious natural treasures that can cleanse and rejuvenate the body.

Perhaps, Luo Zheng will succeed in this way.

It's not impossible to take it even further.

Li Chuan turned his gaze to the land deed in his hand.

Previously, the family lived in the Luo family's house.

Although they didn't say it, Li Chuan could clearly sense that they always felt like they were living under someone else's roof.

Now that they have the land title, they can surely live more comfortably.

When I arrive in Sanyuan Prefecture, I won't have to worry about them being homeless.

"Most importantly, it's this thousand taels of silver!"

With this thousand taels, the problem of not having enough money was immediately solved!

Even if you take one Qi-Nourishing Pill a day, it will only cost you 150 taels of silver a month.

One thousand taels is enough for six months and more!

Six months would be enough for him to master the Thunder Shadow Kick and Jade Skin Technique.

It can be said that Luo Zheng's 1,000 taels of silver notes helped him a lot.

This would free him from the risk of taking up positions with various factions for money.

Being able to practice martial arts peacefully in the martial arts school and quietly observe the changing world outside!

Li Chuan quickly made up his mind to go to the Pill Hall and buy sixty Qi-Nourishing Pills first.

That's how generous people are when they're rich!

……

Dantang.

"Li Huajin, it's been a long time."

Old Huang, who was practicing his sword in the courtyard, greeted Li Chuan with a smile.

"Elder Huang," Li Chuan greeted him, "I'm looking for Hall Master Lu."

"The young lady is inside; you can just go in."

Li Chuan nodded, knocked on the door, and then entered Lu Qiuhan's study.

Lu Qiuhan was engrossed in her work when she saw him arrive, and a smile appeared on her usually cool face.

"Please sit down."

Putting everything else aside, her attitude towards Li Chuan has clearly changed from a superior-subordinate relationship to one of peers.

This made Li Chuan sigh inwardly.

The skill of neutralizing force is truly different.

After Li Chuan took his seat, he got straight to the point:

"Master Lu, I have two matters to discuss with you. First, I wish to purchase sixty Qi-Nourishing Pills. Do you have enough in stock?"

Lu Qiuhan remained unfazed:

"We only have about thirty left, but if you need them, I'll have the alchemist refine them right now."

Li Chuan clasped his hands and said:

"Then thank you very much, Hall Master Lu."

"The second thing is that Magistrate Wei just invited me to Dongfeng Tower for a chat."

They offered me a monthly salary of two hundred taels of silver, plus ten Qi-Nourishing Pills.

However, I refused.

"Oh?" Lu Qiuhan raised an eyebrow.

She had her own ways of knowing about the magistrate of Wei County's invitation to Li Chuan to meet at Dongfeng Tower.

She was somewhat surprised that the magistrate of Kewei County was willing to spend so much money.

But what surprised her even more was that Li Chuan said it so bluntly, without any attempt to hide it.

She gave Li Chuan a deep look.

This is precisely where Li Chuan's brilliance lies.

Instead of being secretive and only increasing suspicion, it's better to tell the whole story directly.

Li Chuan had actually thought it through very clearly.

He wanted the Heavenly Blade Sect spot held by Lu Qiuhan, which meant he could never stand with the county magistrate.

Since that's the case, then we need to express his attitude.

When not taking sides, one can be indecisive.

But once you've chosen a team, you must stick to it.

If you're like a weather vane, swaying from side to side in the wind.

That would undoubtedly lose the trust of both parties, which would be a net loss.

As expected, a look of satisfaction flashed in Lu Qiuhan's beautiful eyes, and her trust in Li Chuan deepened even further.

Her tone softened considerably:

"Don't worry, you won't suffer any losses. You'll understand when you get to Sanyuan Prefecture."

"These bargaining chips of Magistrate Wei aren't even enough to buy half a spot in the Heavenly Blade Sect."

Li Chuan also expressed his agreement.

To qualify for a spot in the Heavenly Blade Sect, you need more than just money; you also need connections.

Even if he brought several large gold bricks to someone's door, no one would be willing to take him in.

Giving money is not a skill; the skill lies in giving money away.

"Master Lu, when will Magistrate Wei make his move?" Li Chuan suddenly asked.

He needs to know more information in order to respond appropriately.

Lu Qiuhan picked up the wine pot and took a sip:

"The exact time is still uncertain, but it will be within the next three or four months. I will send someone to inform you before we take action."

If Li Chuan hadn't revealed everything about meeting Magistrate Wei, Lu Qiuhan wouldn't have given him such specific information.

Trust is mutual.

After hearing this, Li Chuan secretly made his own plans.

If there's a sufficient supply of Peiyuan Dan, it will last three to four months...

Even the shortest three months is enough if you put in the extra effort.

With this in mind, he felt reassured.

Just then, a white-robed alchemist walked in from outside:

"Master Lu, the Qi-Nourishing Pill you requested is ready!"

"Count the numbers," Lu Qiuhan said to Li Chuan.

Li Chuan directly passed two pill bottles:

"No need to order. Why would Hall Master Lu embezzle such a small amount of my money?"

Lu Qiuhan chuckled softly:

"That's impossible."

After paying, Li Chuan returned to Songfeng Martial Arts School with the two white jade pill bottles.

After locking the gate, Li Chuan took a deep breath.

All preparations have been made; the next step is to practice martial arts steadily and diligently.

After changing into a black outfit, Li Chuan applied the "Ice and Fire Ointment" needed for practicing the Thunder Shadow Leg technique to his legs.

Suddenly, a cold sensation ran through my legs.

A moment later, it suddenly became scorching hot.

This is precisely the effect of the Ice and Fire Ointment.

Every second, it changes between hot and cold.

This is to maximize the stimulation of blood and qi in the legs and increase the speed of cultivation.

Then, Li Chuan swallowed another Peiyuan Pill.

Soon, the vast amount of qi and blood contained in the Peiyuan Pill slowly dissolved in his abdomen, flowing throughout his limbs and bones.

After completing the preparations, Li Chuan began to follow the power diagram of Lei Ying's leg.

Transfer the internal energy to your legs.

"Snapped!"

The whip kick struck the wooden stake.

With each kick, a portion of his vital energy was depleted.

However, with the replenishment of the Peiyuan Pill, the new Qi and blood were immediately restored.

And this newly generated blood and energy is even purer than the blood and energy that was previously consumed!

With the nourishment of pure blood and qi, the strength and firmness of my legs are improving!

[Practicing the Lightning Shadow Kick, Proficiency +1]

[Practicing the Lightning Shadow Kick, Proficiency +1]

……

Two months have passed in the blink of an eye.

"I have plenty of Qi-Nourishing Pills, and with my main focus on the Thunder Shadow's Leg technique, I'm almost at the breakthrough stage!"

Li Chuan summoned the Hunyuan Jade Scroll.

[Skill: Lightning Shadow Kick (Mastery)]

[Proficiency: 2999/3000]