In a simulated life scenario, how do you defy fate and change your destiny every time?

Chapter 101 Three Lifetimes: The Intent of the Wind and Thunder God
Zhenyuan Escort Agency.

It's just dawn.

A convoy of more than thirty carriages drove from the city gate and slowly came to a stop at the entrance of the security escort agency.

All the bodyguards looked exhausted, with dark circles under their eyes, as if they hadn't slept well for days and nights.

Many of them had bandages wrapped around their bodies, and fresh blood occasionally seeped from their mangled wounds.

"Boss, our escort mission was attacked by demons. Not only was a large amount of goods stolen, but we also lost several skilled men!"

When the head镖师 (bodyguard/escort) saw Lu Zhenyuan waiting at the door, he said with a very guilty tone.

The Great Ling Dynasty's order collapsed, and demons became increasingly rampant.

The demons within a ten-mile radius have been acting like madmen this year, specifically targeting the Zhenyuan Escort Agency's caravan.

As for why...

Old Zhang glanced at Lu Zhenyuan and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

"Money is a small matter; it's good that the brothers are back safe and sound."

Lu Zhenyuan was mentally prepared for this.

Escorting goods in chaotic times is inherently fraught with peril.

In his early years, he relied on his martial arts skills and the extensive network of connections he accumulated in the Demon Suppression Division to make a name for himself and expand the Zhenyuan Escort Agency.

But now the world is getting more and more chaotic, and his reputation as the Thunder Blade is gradually losing its power.

Not to mention, Zhenyuan Escort Agency has also been targeted by demons, and now it can hardly move an inch.

“Those brothers who unfortunately died all sacrificed themselves for the escort agency. Old Zhang, give their families three hundred taels of silver each.”

"In addition, all the brothers who escorted goods this time have worked hard. Each brother should go to the accounting office to collect ten taels of silver. Everyone should relax for the next few days."

Lu Zhenyuan gave the instructions.

Upon hearing this, the young bodyguards perked up.

Although Old Master Lu was known for his strong sense of justice and strict personality, he had nothing to say about his subordinates in this regard.

If it were any other escort agency that lost their goods, they would have been scolded and reprimanded without a doubt.

But not only did Old Master Lu bear all the losses, he even rewarded them!
However, some veteran bodyguards understood that Old Master Lu was clearly trying to win people's hearts.

Although their escort missions were dangerous, they weren't always attacked by demons.

The reason why Zhenyuan Escort Agency suffered such heavy losses this year is entirely because of that jinx, the Lu family!
Mr. Lu lost his wife in middle age and his son in old age.

Now, Lu Yuan is the last remaining son of the Lu family, so the old man naturally cherishes him very much.

However, this only son was destined to be a lone star, bringing misfortune not only to his father and mother but also to the escort agency.

If this continues, even these bodyguards will be implicated and their families will be destroyed!

Think of this.

After hesitating for a moment, one of the deputy head镖师 (bodyguards) stepped forward.

“Boss, you’ve treated us brothers well all these years, but we all have elderly parents and young children to support. We can’t bear to die like this.”

"I wish to leave Zhenyuan Escort Agency, and I hope the chief will grant my request."

Done.

He knelt on the ground and kowtowed three times to Old Master Lu.

Lu Zhenyuan's face was ashen, but he didn't say anything. He just looked around and took in everyone's expressions.

After a while.

More than a dozen bodyguards expressed their intention to leave, and in the end even the head bodyguard, Old Zhang, couldn't stay any longer.

"Old Zhang, are you leaving too?"

A hint of sadness flashed in Lu Zhenyuan's eyes.

It is human nature to seek benefits and avoid harm.

But he and Lao Zhang had known each other for over twenty years and had gone through life and death together many times; their friendship was truly one of life-or-death bond.

"Boss, you saved my life, so it's alright to return it to you."

“But my grandson was just born, and I want to spend a few more years with him.”

Old Zhang lowered his head, feeling ashamed to face Old Master Lu.

Lu Zhenyuan patted him on the shoulder and said nothing more. He himself had a grandson and understood Old Zhang's feelings.

to the end.

The once-powerful Zhenyuan Escort Agency fell apart.

Only a few young bodyguards who were not yet married remained, and they were willing to risk staying because of the generous benefits.

Lu Yuan stood not far away, silently observing everything.

A cursed lone star, destined for misfortune.

Anyone with this destiny will bring great disasters and calamities to everyone around them.

That's why these bodyguards avoid Zhenyuan Escort Agency like the plague, fearing they might be implicated by Lu Yuan.

But Lu Yuan didn't believe in superstition.

Even the will of Heaven can be altered, let alone the so-called cursed lone star destiny?

"Grandpa, don't worry, I will definitely revitalize Zhenyuan Escort Agency in the future!"

Lu Yuan walked to Old Master Lu's side and solemnly promised.

“Yuan’er, you’re still young. Don’t worry about these things. Your safe and sound growth is more important than anything else.”

Grandpa Lu patted his little head, feeling very gratified.

Suddenly his eyes widened like saucers, as if he had discovered something incredible.

"Is this the blood and qi fluctuation of someone at the seventh level of Body Tempering? Yuan'er, you've become a martial artist?"

Grandpa Lu stared at his grandson in disbelief, a storm raging in his heart.

This is a one-year-old at the seventh level of Body Tempering!
Looking across the entire Qingyun County, you won't find another one like it!
"Thanks to the Blood Qi Pill given to me by my grandfather, I was able to awaken the Yin Sha Spirit Body in one fell swoop!"

Lu Yuan nodded, not hiding anything.

"A Yin Sha spirit?"

Old Master Lu gasped. Having worked in the Demon Suppression Division for over twenty years, he had naturally heard of this special constitution.

It is said that these kinds of spirits are born extraordinary, and once they embark on the path of martial arts, their cultivation speed will be dozens of times that of ordinary martial artists!
"Good fortune and misfortune are intertwined. Yuan'er, your suffering has finally come to an end!"

Grandpa Lu's eyes were slightly red, and he was genuinely happy for him.

Lu Yuanming was intelligent from a young age, but he was ravaged by illness.

Every time he saw him coughing violently, Old Master Lu felt as if his heart was being cut by a knife!
"Grandpa, you don't have to worry about me anymore."

Lu Yuan held Old Master Lu's hand, which was covered in calluses and scars, and said earnestly.

"Good, good, Yuan'er, you've grown up too."

Grandpa Lu laughed heartily, sweeping away all his depression and unhappiness.

Compared to the Yin Sha spirit, what do a few bodyguards matter?
As long as Lu Yuan is around, Zhenyuan Escort Agency will rise again sooner or later!
Seeing that the old man was in a good mood, Lu Yuan immediately asked to learn swordsmanship from him.

This time.

Grandpa Lu did not refuse again.

He was worried that Lu Yuan's body was not fully developed and that he might easily damage his bones.

However, the Yin Sha Spirit Body is different from others; it is naturally suited for cultivation!

Next.

Under the personal guidance of Grandpa Lu, Lu Yuan quickly mastered the moves of the Thunderclap Saber Technique in seven days.

This made Old Master Lu exclaim that it was heaven-defying, and he repeatedly marveled at how extraordinary Lu Yuan's talent was.

As Lu Yuan mastered all the moves, a piece of information also surfaced in his mind.

[Item: Thunderclap Blade Technique]

[Rank: Yellow]

[Description: A barely passable sword technique. It is sharp and domineering, and has a certain degree of effectiveness against demonic or evil entities.]

This sword technique lacks the core essence of the Wind and Thunder Divine Intent; no matter how exceptional your talent, it will be difficult to master it!

[Hint: Spend 100 Heaven-Mending Points to complete the Wind and Thunder God's Intent and upgrade its quality to the Profound Rank!]

(End of this chapter)