I began to understand the myriad things by chopping wood

Chapter 119: The Art of Hiding from Heaven, the Way of Relationship
When Xie Yuan and his two companions walked out of the forest onto the official road, Situ Qin's horse-drawn carriage came to pick them up and they drove all the way into the city, saving them a lot of effort.

After driving along the main road in the city for a long time, allowing Xie Yuan to fully appreciate the prosperity of Yunzhou Prefecture, the carriage turned into an alley lined with high walls and bright tiles.

It is called an alley only because the walls on both sides are too high and imposing. In fact, there is still room for wide carriages to run side by side in the middle of the alley.

Although this alley is wide and long, there are only a few houses, all of which are wealthy and powerful families.

Stone lions guard the gate and auspicious beasts ride on the wall, making every home majestic and extraordinary.

The carriage turned into a gate on the left. In this precious alley, there was a mansion occupying half of the alley. It was Situ Qin's home.

This mansion is almost as large as the Longteng Martial Arts School which occupies half of the street. However, this is Wuyi Lane in Yunzhou Prefecture, and the land price is much lower than that in the small county of Yunzhao.

When Xie Yuan saw this mansion, his expression remained calm.

It's not surprising that he can have the close protection of a master from the Flying Dragon List; these are nothing in comparison.

But he still asked:
"Miss Qin, are your uncle and aunt here? Do you need to greet them?"

Situ Qin just shook his head:
“I’m the only one living here.”

Xie Yuan looked at the servants and maids who kept greeting him along the way. Their number was almost more than the escorts of Longteng Escort Agency. He nodded expressionlessly.

It turns out that this is Yunzhou Situ Qinjia.

After winding around and around the corridors, Xie Yuan was finally led into a very spacious guest room.

Just as we settled down, a white-haired, energetic doctor arrived.

The doctor checked his injuries and stroked his white goatee, saying:
"Mr. Young's neck was injured by the Grandmaster's energy. Fortunately, General Fei has already treated it in advance and it has been greatly relieved. It is not difficult to cure. I will prescribe a few medicines. Mr. Young, apply them externally and take them internally according to the prescription. You can recover 70% to 80% in a few days."

Xie Yuan was invigorated when he heard this. He was almost strangled to death by a master like Lu Laosan. He thought that the injury on his neck would take at least ten days or half a month to heal, but the old doctor said it would only take a few days?
He cupped his hands with a respectful expression and said in a hoarse voice:
"Thank you, doctor. May I know your name?"

"Haha, young sir, you are welcome. I am Zheng Qingyang."

The old doctor was quite kind.

His self-introduction was very brief, but it was not that he had nothing to say. Instead, he acted as if everyone knew him just by hearing his name, and there was a sense of pride in his heart.

However, even though Xie Yuan had never been to Yunzhou Prefecture, he had heard of him.

The best doctor in Yunzhou, Mr. Qingyang!
Anyone who practices martial arts always respects doctors, and the bodyguards in the escort agency are even more so.

If you are always on the edge of a knife, you never know when you might need help.

The name of Mr. Qingyang was well known to the escorts of Longteng Escort Agency in Yunzhao County. In addition to his fame, there was another reason, which was that the precious pharmacist of Longteng Escort Agency, who was very skilled, had learned from Mr. Qingyang's apprentice.

Not only was he a skilled doctor, he was also said to be aloof and self-respecting. He only treated difficult and complicated diseases, and no matter how rich and powerful a person was, he would never refuse a favor.

But seeing Hu Qingyang's amiable appearance now, Xie Yuan wondered if the rumor was wrong, or if there was something else...

Xie Yuan showed respect on his face:

"It turns out to be Mr. Qingyang! I am so lucky to have your help."

"No way. Young sir, please take a rest first. I will go write a prescription."

Hu Qingyang chuckled, bowed to the side, and went out with Li Tai.

Apart from Xie Yuan who was lying down, there were only the maid and Situ Qin in the room.

Situ Qin smiled slightly:
"With Mr. Qingyang's skilled hands, you should be safe. What's even better is that you won't even be left with a scar."

Xie Yuan curled his lips:
"It doesn't matter whether you have scars or not."

"No, no, no, it's very important to you."

Situ Qin looked at Xie Yuan and smiled with curved eyebrows.

Xie Yuan was in a state of dismay, and inexplicably felt like he was relying on his looks to make a living.

Situ Qin looked at Xie Yuan again, smiled happily, waved his hand and said:

"Forget it, you can't talk too much, just have a good rest."

After Situ Qin and the maids had all left, Xie Yuan was the only one left in the spacious and elegantly decorated room.

Xie Yuan lay on the bed with his eyes slightly closed.

Saved, by luck.

If Situ Qin and Li Tai had not happened to see the axe he dropped on the official road and followed the trail in time, he would probably have been in trouble this time.

However, we can rely on luck this time, how can we have good luck every time?

Although it is not a crime to be unable to resist when encountering a master who is far beyond your current realm...but the enemy will not always appear at your level of strength, and it is not a monster spawning.

The only way to reduce the occurrence of this situation is to continue practicing.

Xie Yuan clenched his fists and let out a long breath.

[Chopping wood: (7465/10000)]

[Golden Bell Cover, Level 207: (1000/)]

[Health-preserving Skills·Third Level: (1630/3000)]

[Bagua Mountain Shaking Fist·Proficient: (116/1000)]

[Moon Slashing Axe·Proficiency: (45/1000)]

【Running Wolf Sword Technique·Perfection】

[Heavenly Hidden Technique: Introduction: (1/1000)]

[Black Book: (???/???)]

Xie Yuan glanced in front of him and fell into thought:

"That Miss Yun clearly activated the mark of the Black Book on my arm, but is this Black Book still a question mark? However, I had already gained some understanding at that time, and only then did I perfect the Wolf Rune Sword Art, and gained this Heaven Hidden Art.

"Recalling the situation at that time, various weapons were spinning around, and I subconsciously touched the knife at my waist, and then I understood the sword method. If I touched other weapons, would I be able to learn other moves? Or I could understand it from the skills I have already learned and left a deep impression on me... Well, this is more likely.

"But this thing is too magical. It seems that as long as you choose a weapon technique, you can directly push the progress to perfection - and this is still an incomplete Black Book. Even if it is just this effect, this Black Book can be called a magical item. No wonder it has caused great fights among the masters.

"Not to mention, there are other things, such as this Tianyin Jutsu."

Thinking of the several images at that time, they should symbolize different functions... Xie Yuan shook his head, not sure.

Now I only have a vague understanding of the Black Book, and I'm afraid only Miss Yun knows its specific usage.

But no matter what, its power and uniqueness, its rarity and preciousness are beyond doubt. It is definitely a rare treasure that can cause bloodshed.

Xie Yuan had only just come into contact with it, but he had already comprehended a perfect sword technique, which greatly improved his sword skills and his combat power.

And looking at the description of the Tianyin Technique, it is said that "concealing the secrets of heaven and stealing the fortune", and the effect is even more powerful.

"The magic that can interfere with the destiny of heaven is all top-level secret magic, at least above the Grandmaster level, and can only be accessed after feeling the world. And I have inexplicably comprehended one... but it is only the beginning. To really achieve that effect, at least you have to comprehend it very deeply. The beginning level is only 1000 points, I wonder how long it will take to reach the next level?"

Xie Yuan looked at this secret technique and felt something:
"Right now, it can only be used in the simplest way, to interfere with other people's perception and have a slight concealment effect. In the next stage, it may be able to block perception and hide oneself, which is a top-level method of concealing one's tracks... Isn't this Miss Yun's trick?"

He pondered over it for a long time and decided to give it a try.

As luck would have it, a maid knocked gently at the door. Xie Yuan suddenly had an idea and said hoarsely, "Come in." Then he silently practiced his internal energy and activated the Tianyin Technique.

A maid holding a tray gently opened the door and walked in.

After she entered the room, she walked around the screen, looked at the bed, was stunned for a moment, and then turned her gaze to other places in the room, as if searching.

Xie Yuan was leaning on the bed at this time, his eyes following the maid's movements.

I clearly made eye contact with her just now, but she pretended not to see me and turned her head to look for me.

interesting.

The maid looked around and didn't find anyone. She was surprised. Did she just hear the guest asking her to come in?

She hesitated in place, turned her head and called out softly:

"Master, son..."

"Cough cough."

Xie Yuan coughed twice, and the maid came over following the sound and exclaimed:
"Sir, you are here... Excuse me, I brought your medicine."

The maid looked a little strange.

Didn’t you see anyone just now?
Dazzled?
Xie Yuan nodded slightly and asked the maid to help him apply medicine and bandage. Then he drank the medicine and thanked the maid.

The maid was a little apprehensive, probably because she had never met such a polite guest. Most people in this world would not thank their servants.

She bowed and took her leave.

After the maid left the door, Xie Yuan could still hear a faint murmur:

"Strange... your eyes aren't working well?"

Xie Yuan tried this Sky Hidden Technique and his eyes lit up slightly.

This technique is somewhat magical! Although it is only for ordinary people who have not practiced it, it is already very amazing even if they don't know it.

Besides, he has just entered the martial arts world, and he will be able to deceive martial artists in the future. The unpredictable effect in battle alone is enough to make people excited - like Miss Yun, even if she is fighting against an opponent of a higher level, she still has the initiative.

Not to mention that based on the effects and description of this technique, it has endless uses.

[Heavenly Hidden Technique: Introduction: (3/1000)]

"I tried it and it went up two points. Well, I can practice this method more. It will definitely be very useful in the future."

After Xie Yuan took the medicine, he felt a coolness on his neck and warmth in his body, which lingered around the blood vessels in his neck. He soon felt sleepy.

Today had been full of twists and turns and thrills, but now he was finally at peace and he quickly fell asleep.

The next day, at noon, Xie Yuan slowly opened his eyes and subconsciously touched his neck.

"It's almost healed... huh? He doesn't have much of a problem speaking anymore. He's worthy of being the best doctor in Yunzhou. In a few days, he'll be almost fully healed. He's just being conservative."

Xie Yuan's injuries had improved and he was in a good mood. Although he still couldn't move around much, he could move normally.

There was clean water in the room, and clean clothes were placed there. He washed up and put on an indigo robe made of fine material, which fit him perfectly.

Situ Qin's family certainly wouldn't always have clothes of various sizes for guests. Most of the time, they would send someone to buy them overnight or early in the morning, and the sizes would be very accurate.

Thinking that such trivial matters did not require Situ Qin's instructions, Xie Yuan could only sigh, "What a wealthy family."

He pushed open the door, and the maid guarding the door saw him getting up and bowed:
"Thank you, sir. The lady has prepared breakfast in the tea room and is waiting for you to get up."

"Miss Qin is very thoughtful. Please lead the way."

Xie Yuan followed the maid around three corridors, passed by two gardens, and walked for a long time before finally arriving at a pavilion by the pool.

Zheng——

Before he got close, Xie Yuan heard a melodious sound of piano coming from the water pavilion.

It was as if ripples appeared on the calm lake surface. The sound of the piano spread throughout the entire poolside, like a spiritual spring gushing out, like jade dew falling from the sky, flowing endlessly, nourishing Xie Yuan's body and mind and washing away all his fatigue.

Xie Yuan stood quietly in front of the steps of the waterside pavilion until the music ended. He then felt refreshed and more alert than when he had slept all night.

He walked into the pavilion and saw a stunningly beautiful girl sitting gracefully by the railing, with water behind her and a zither in front of her. Her long skirt fell to the ground and she looked serene.

Snap, snap.

Xie Yuan applauded and praised:

"Although I don't understand music, even someone like me who doesn't understand music feels refreshed after listening to it. This shows that Miss Qin's piano skills are extraordinary."

Situ Qin smiled when she heard this, and said coquettishly:
"I've heard a lot of compliments, but this is the first time I've heard someone as crude as you. But it's strangely pleasant to hear."

"Because I really mean it."

Xie Yuan sat at the tea table next to him, on which were placed several plates of snacks that looked like sesame balls and crystal cakes, but they looked more refined than usual.

"I got up late, please don't blame me, Miss Qin."

"It's okay. This is what I prepared for you. Please use it."

"That would be rude."

Xie Yuan had already felt hungry, so he ate his breakfast while listening to Situ Qin playing another song.

The wonderful sound of the piano echoed in the water pavilion, and Xie Yuan suddenly felt a sense of peace in his heart.

With the beauty playing the piano while I enjoy tea and snacks, it is simply a heavenly day.

It would be nice if it could always be like this.

After Xie Yuan finished his breakfast, he thought that a few snacks would not be enough to fill his stomach, but he did not expect that after eating, his stomach would feel hot and even a little bloated.

He waited for Situ Qin to finish his next song, then asked:
"This breakfast tastes good and is quite useful?"

"This is a medicinal meal. It replenishes your blood and qi. It is good for your injuries and very filling."

Situ Qin explained.

Xie Yuan sighed:
"Medicinal food tastes so good? Well, Miss Qin is thoughtful, thank you."

"You're just getting started. I said before that I'd take you to eat something delicious. It's just a small thing, you don't have to be polite."

Situ Qin waved her hand in a rather heroic manner.

Xie Yuan nodded:
"This is indeed a small matter. But Xie Yuan will remember your life-saving grace yesterday.

"Thank you Miss Qin and Senior Li for your help."

Xie Yuan stood up and bowed deeply to the ground.

Situ Qin cried out, and took two steps over to help Xie Yuan up:

"Why are you being so polite? It makes me uncomfortable. You helped me last time, so I'll help you this time, so we're even."

"That's different..."

Xie Yuan was pulled up by Situ Qin. Looking at Situ Qin who was so close to him, he met her star-like eyes and suddenly forgot what he was going to say next.

The two of them got a little close.

Situ Qin and Xie Yuan looked at each other for a moment, then fell silent and tilted their heads slightly with some discomfort.

A breeze from the lake blew by, rippling a few strands of her hair and fluttering them across her white jade-like cheeks.

She hummed, combed her hair, and broke the silence:

"That's it. No more words to say! You can stay at my house for the next two days. I'll take you out to eat and have fun, and show you how to be a good host."

Xie Yuan nodded silently, quietly distanced himself and returned to his seat.

The two chatted for a while, and Situ Qin introduced the customs of Yunzhou Prefecture to Xie Yuan, which broadened his horizons.
Xie Yuan then talked about things happening in the mountains and villages, and interesting stories about escorting, which was new to Situ Qin as well, and the conversation was lively for a while.

After a while, the two chatted and turned their attention back to spiritual practice.

Xie Yuan hesitated for a moment and asked:
"Miss Qin, you know I got an inner strength inheritance by chance. I usually practice it by myself. Although there is nothing wrong, I feel that the progress is slow. I wonder if there is any help if I want to improve my inner strength?"

"You have already achieved this level of strength through your own practice, how much faster do you want?"

After hearing Xie Yuan say that he had only been practicing martial arts for a short time, Situ Qin looked at him in wonder:
"You have such a good talent, but you are not satisfied. Internal strength is a slow process and it is difficult to achieve it quickly. Your progress is extraordinary, and you still think it is too slow?"

Even in the eyes of the knowledgeable Situ Qin, Xie Yuan's cultivation speed was very fast.

"Compared to the real masters, I am still far behind."

Xie Yuan shook his head.

Situ Qin knew what he meant and lowered his voice:

"Don't be impatient. With your talent, revenge is a matter of time. Well, although internal strength is difficult to master quickly, there are still some auxiliary methods.

"I have a few medicinal herbs in my storeroom, which are considered earthly treasures and can assist in the practice of internal energy. You can use them first. Or if there is a useful prescription for replenishing qi, I will give it to you directly."

Seeing that the wealthy family wanted to send gifts again, Xie Yuan shook his head repeatedly:

"No merit, no reward. Miss Qin has been very good to me. I can't take your things for free."

Situ Qin shook her head indifferently:

"I don't need these. Are we friends? If we are friends, then you don't have to be polite."

"Of course it counts. It's Xie Yuan's luck to meet a good friend like Miss Qin."

Xie Yuan nodded and smiled:
"But since we want to be friends, I can't just take your things for free, otherwise it won't work."

Situ Qin was stunned when he heard this.

There have always been many people around her, most of whom have something to ask of her; but she was born with a silver spoon in her mouth, she never values ​​external things and has always been generous.

But when she thought about it carefully, she realized that although there were many people around her, there were only a few who could be called friends. Most people got along well at first, but because they gave gifts and got some benefits, the relationship gradually turned sour.

Either she is greedy and wants more after getting something. Although she is generous, she is not stupid and will not be taken advantage of;

Or you get benefits from her, feel short of breath and become submissive, and can no longer interact with her on an equal footing.

It seems to be true. If Xie Yuan also values ​​her things, even if she doesn't say it in her heart, or even doesn't feel it very clearly, she may not want to invite him to be her guest next time.

Xie Yuan is similar to the others, uninteresting, except that he looks good.

But he seemed very different from the others.

Situ Qin looked at Xie Yuan with a flickering gaze. After looking him up and down for a long time, he smiled and said:
"It turns out that Xie Biaotou is not only a man of integrity, but also understands some great principles. Well, it seems that you also want to be friends with me forever!"

Seeing Situ Qin showing a mischievous look again, with a girlish demeanor, talking and laughing, which was extremely touching, Xie Yuan could only silently look away and take a sip of tea.

Situ Qin supported her chin with one hand, tilted her head, thought for a moment, and suddenly showed an amused expression:

"Well, you said that you can't accept rewards without merit, so if you help me do something, I will reward you with a recipe that helps you cultivate your inner strength!"

(End of this chapter)