Rise from a Poor Family: My Martial Arts Counterattack

Chapter 50 When Investment Has Not Become Prosperous
Dormitory backyard!

Lin Chen began to think whether to practice "Water Cloud Palm" first or "Flying Swallow Art" first.

The benefit of practicing "Water Cloud Palm" is that the more proficient you are in it, the more advantageous it will be in the internal competitions in the martial arts hall at the beginning of the month.

Those senior sisters all performed the Water Cloud Palm. If you understand the Water Cloud Palm, you will be able to deal with it better.

The benefits of practicing "Flying Swallow Technique" are also very obvious. With the addition of a set of light body skills, he can maximize the ethereal power of the Qingfeng Palm.

Both have their benefits.

After pondering for a moment, Lin Chen decided to practice "Flying Swallow Technique".

Improving practical combat capabilities as quickly as possible is the top priority at the moment.

"In addition to practicing the Flying Swallow Technique, we also need to break through to the third orifice as soon as possible. With the progress of Senior Sister Li and the others, it is very likely that they will open the fourth orifice at the beginning of the month."

There were only five places for A-grade students in the martial arts school. Lin Chen estimated that Senior Sister Jiang Qing was in the first tier and he could not snatch the place away from her. Senior Sisters Fu Jingya, Gu Qingqing and Kong Lingyun were in the second tier and it would be difficult for him to compete with these three for the places.

His competitors were the senior sisters like Li Xue who had opened three orifices when they first entered the martial arts gym. As early as three days ago, Senior Sister Li and the others had already opened four orifices. They might not be able to break through to five orifices within the remaining fifteen days. This was his chance.

The honor roll outside the cafeteria gave Lin Chen the opportunity to understand the realm of those senior sisters.

"I have to go see Master Kong again."

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In the yard, seeing Lin Chen coming back, Kong Yinglei didn't know what to say.

"You want to leave the martial arts gym?"

"I am practicing the Flying Swallow Technique, but I cannot practice it in the dormitory courtyard, so I would like to apply to leave the martial arts hall for a while and come back at the beginning of the month."

After hearing Lin Chen's purpose, Kong Yinglei pondered for a moment. According to the rules of the martial arts school, new students are not allowed to leave the school for a long time within half a year.

But thinking of Lin Chen's special situation, she also understood why Lin Chen wanted to practice "Flying Swallow Technique" in preparation for the martial arts hall competition at the beginning of the month.

"Since you have chosen to return to the village to practice the Flying Swallow Technique, you should stop hanging around outside and concentrate on practicing martial arts in the village."

Lin Chen gladly agreed, and after bidding farewell to Master Kong, he returned to the dormitory to pack two sets of clothes. He estimated that the Purple Aperture Pills would be enough, so he did not buy any supplies and left the martial arts hall directly.

After leaving the martial arts gym, Lin Chen did not rush back, but went to the Yunyin Martial Arts Gym and asked the doorman to bring a message to Zhao Jingchuan.

He had made an appointment with Zhao Jingchuan and three others to meet up, and since he was going back to the village, he had to inform the three of them.

Soon, Zhao Jingchuan appeared at the entrance of the martial arts hall.

"Brother Lin, what are you doing?"

Seeing Lin Chen carrying a bag in his hand, Zhao Jingchuan looked confused.

"I'm going back to the village for ten days or so. I came here to tell Junior Brother Zhao that I can't be with you this month. When the time comes, please tell Junior Brother Lu and Junior Brother Cheng for me."

Zhao Jingchuan frowned, walked closer, and lowered his voice and said, "Brother Lin, did you encounter any problems? If I can help you, please tell me."

Lin Chen looked at Zhao Jingchuan's concerned expression, and after a moment's silence, he said, "I am now a formal disciple of Jingshui Martial Arts School."

"Jingshui Martial Arts School, Senior Brother Lin, you are not a disciple of Qingfeng Martial Arts School anymore?"

When in Linhu Village, in order to make it easier for Zhao Jingchuan and the other two to contact him, Lin Chen told them that although he was a disciple of Qingfeng Martial Arts School, he was temporarily assigned to Jingshui Martial Arts School.

"This matter is a bit complicated and cannot be explained in a few words. Junior Brother Zhao just needs to know that I am now a disciple of Jingshui Martial Arts School."

Lin Chen did not intend to publicize why he changed from a disciple of Qingfeng Martial Arts School to a disciple of Jingshui Martial Arts School. After all, it was not a glorious thing.

Zhao Jingchuan looked thoughtful, and after a while he said, "If Senior Brother Lin needs money temporarily, I still have some here, and I think Senior Brother Lu and Junior Brother Cheng can also give some."

In Zhao Jingchuan's mind, the only difference between Senior Brother Lin and those famous disciples in the martial arts school is that he comes from an average family.

So it is very likely that the inside story is also related to silver and money.

When Lin Chen heard what Zhao Jingchuan said, his heart warmed. Finally, he patted Zhao Jingchuan on the shoulder and said with a smile: "If we really need money, I won't be polite to you, Junior Brother Zhao."

Help in emergencies but not in poverty!

Lin Chen understood this very well. If Junior Brother Zhao and Junior Brother Lu were in urgent need of money, they could ask them to borrow some silver for a temporary flow. However, they could only lend it to him once for emergency use. The path of martial arts required a lot of money. Given the family conditions of the three junior brothers, they could only barely afford one bottle of Zhiqiao Dan a month to support themselves in the martial arts gym.

"Well, since Senior Brother Lin is going back to the village, why not go to town? I'm going to write a letter to my father, please help me take it back."

"can."

"Then please wait for a moment, Senior Brother Lin."

Zhao Jingchuan returned to the martial arts hall and came out after a cup of tea, handing the envelope to Lin Chen.

"Excuse me, senior brother."

"Brother Zhao, please go in. You don't have to see me off. I'm just going back to the village to practice martial arts. It's not like I won't come to the county town anymore."

Seeing that Zhao Jingchuan wanted to see him off, Lin Chen smiled and waved his hand to signal Zhao Jingchuan to go back, and he also turned around and left. ...

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By the river town!
Lin Chen rode his horse to the town, returned the horse to the stable, and then went to Zhao's Restaurant.

"Young man, is your boss here?"

"Who's looking for Zhao?"

Lin Chen entered the restaurant and just opened his mouth to ask when the curtain leading to the inner hall was lifted and Zhao Dongyang appeared.

"Nephew Lin?"

Zhao Dongyang was stunned for a moment when he saw Lin Chen, then he walked up to him with enthusiasm and asked, "Isn't Nephew Lin in the county martial arts hall?"

"Uncle Zhao, I need to go home. When Junior Brother Zhao heard the news, he asked me to bring you a letter."

When Zhao Dongyang saw the envelope Lin Chen took out from his arms, there was a hint of doubt in his eyes. Jingchuan had written a letter to his family six days ago, so why did he write again so soon?

However, as a businessman, Zhao Dongyang naturally would not show doubts on his face. He took the letter with a smile and said, "Sorry for bothering you, nephew. It looks like Lin hasn't had his meal yet..."

After saying that, Zhao Dongyang instructed the waiter beside him, "Ask the kitchen staff to cook a few of their signature dishes."

"Uncle, don't bother. I can still go home in time."

"No way!" Zhao Dongyang was very determined: "We will have lunch here today, uncle. Do you think the dishes in your restaurant are not to your liking?"

"The dishes at my uncle's house, I ate one last time and it has been lingering on my memory for days."

"That's it. Let's eat first and then leave. There's no need to rush. Besides, you came back so suddenly that I guess you didn't inform your family. Now is the busy farming season, so they may not have prepared food at home."

During the busy spring farming season, Zhao Dongyang was well aware that the villagers in the village below were all busy with farming. Most of the time, the whole family went to work in the fields, and at noon, the women in the family cooked meals and delivered them to the fields.

"Then my nephew will respectfully obey your command."

Lin Chen wasn't too pretentious. It was indeed more appropriate to have lunch in town and then go back.

"Nephew Lin, please don't be so polite. My Jingchuan told me that among all the fellow disciples in the martial arts hall, the one he admires the most is Nephew Lin."

When Zhao Dongyang said this, he felt a little emotional. According to what Jingchuan said privately, not only him, but also the young masters of the Lu and Chen families, admired Lin Chen very much.

The fact that a fisherman's son could do this is enough to prove his uniqueness.

Such a person, as long as nothing unexpected happens in the future, will definitely achieve something in martial arts.

Seeing Zhao Dongyang leading him to the private room, Lin Chen stopped and advised: "Uncle, I'm alone, I can dine in the lobby, there's no need to go to the private room."

Zhao Dongyang pondered for a while and saw that Lin Chen was not being polite. He was a businessman and knew that excessive enthusiasm would make people embarrassed.

"Okay, then you can sit over here. I'll ask the kitchen to prepare some cold dishes for you. I'll have a few drinks with you later."

There were many guests in the restaurant lobby. Seeing Zhao Dongyang welcoming Lin Chen so warmly, their eyes all fell on Lin Chen with inquiring expressions.

They were curious about the origins of this young man and why he could make Zhao Dongyang so enthusiastic?
There are only a few wealthy families in the city, and they have seen the young masters of these families, but the one in front of them is a complete stranger.

Lin Chen didn't pay attention to the inquiring looks around him. His attention was attracted by the man carrying a basket at the door.

"Big brother!"

Seeing his eldest brother carrying two baskets of fish into the restaurant, Lin Chen suspected at first that he was dazzled. However, as a warrior, his eyesight was definitely fine, so it was his eldest brother who came in.

"Brother Chen?"

Lin Liang heard a familiar voice and subconsciously looked sideways. When he saw his younger brother sitting at the table, he was also very excited.

"Brother, what are you doing?"

Lin Chen walked forward and asked, although he already had some guesses in his mind.

"Brother Chen, the day after you went to the martial arts hall, Manager Zhao came to our house and said that we could send the fish we catch to the restaurant, and the price would be higher than selling it to the fish shop."

Lin Liang answered with a smile, lowering his voice at the same time: "Dad was worried at first why Manager Zhao was so good to our family, but Mom saw clearly and said that Manager Zhao was taking care of our family for your sake. Is Manager Zhao's son the young master Zhao who practiced martial arts with you, brother Chen?"

"Yes, Junior Brother Zhao is indeed Uncle Zhao's son. Uncle Zhao is not only the shopkeeper of the restaurant, but also the owner of the restaurant."

Lin Chen explained to his elder brother that many employers like to hire a shopkeeper, but Uncle Zhao runs the restaurant himself. Lin Chen guessed that it was not because he could not afford a shopkeeper, but because Uncle Zhao liked this kind of lively business scene with people coming and going.

"Brother Lin is here. It's better to come at the right time than to come early."

Zhao Jingchuan came out from the kitchen carrying two plates of cold dishes. When he saw the two brothers Lin Liang and Lin Chen standing together, he gave the waiter beside him a look. The waiter reacted and hurried forward to take Lin Liang's carrying pole.

"Brother Lin, let me help you."

"No, no, no, I can do it myself."

Seeing that his eldest brother was a little flustered, Lin Chen held his hand and said, "Brother, let this young man help you carry the fish in. I haven't been home for a few months and I miss my parents. Sit down and tell me what's going on at home recently."

(End of this chapter)