I bear witness to immortality in the human world.

Chapter 39 The Bandits Attack
Food and beverage department.

Wu Ming still habitually eats his three meals a day at the Seven Martial Alliance. Although the food here isn't particularly delicious, it's affordable and there's basically no skimping on the portions; you get exactly what you pay for.

Sitting in a corner of the courtyard, Wu Ming put the last piece of 'wild beef' into his mouth. This kind of demon meat is extremely tough. Even when cooked, it requires repeated chewing to barely break it. However, after swallowing it and digesting it slightly, he could feel the rich blood energy contained within, which turned into a warm current to nourish his body.

"In a few days, I can buy another dose of nourishing medicine powder."

Wu Ming was making plans in his mind.

Because the human body has a limit to its digestive and tolerance capacity, the amount of blood and qi that can be condensed is also limited. For example, meat can be eaten until one is full every day, while medicinal tea can be drunk no more than twice a day, and any more than that will have no effect. As for tonifying powders, it is best to use them once every half month to a month.

Nourishing powders are the most effective, but as the saying goes, "every medicine has some toxicity." The body cannot tolerate continuous use of nourishing powders in a short period of time, so a period of rest and recovery is necessary.

Eat the last bite of food.

Wu Ming glanced at the sky, got up and left the dining hall, preparing to return to Chen's Pharmacy.

However, just as he left the dining hall and arrived at the front courtyard of the Seven Martial Alliance's outer hall, he unexpectedly bumped into an acquaintance.

Xu Hao is the eldest brother of Xu Tong, the brother-in-law.

Wu Ming had been a member of the Seven Martial Alliance for some time, but he had never met Xu Hao. This was mainly because Xu Hao was in the Huishan Hall, one of the inner halls of the Seven Martial Alliance, and he rarely worked in the outer halls. Like Wu Ming, he also rarely returned to Xu Village.

At this moment, Xu Hao was carrying a bundle on his back, which was bulging as if he was carrying a lot of things. He also noticed Wu Ming, nodded slightly to Wu Ming, and said:

"Wu Ming".

"I heard that you had successfully condensed your blood and joined the Seven Martial Alliance, but I have been busy with other matters lately and have not been able to come and see you."

Previously, when Wu Yu married Xu Tong, his attitude towards Wu Ming was rather indifferent. It was only because of Wu Yu's relationship that he was willing to give Wu Ming some pointers in his spare time and help him make a living in the city.

Unexpectedly, Wu Ming successfully coagulated his blood before turning eighteen, leaping out of the ranks of the common people and no longer needing his support. This surprised Xu Hao slightly, and his attitude towards Wu Ming naturally changed.

He is a disciple of the Seven Martial Alliance's inner hall. In a few years, he is expected to achieve the third stage of blood coagulation. Once he can take that step, he will be able to establish his own residence in the city. At that time, he will not have to do everything himself. As his sister-in-law's younger brother, Wu Ming is a trustworthy person. If he can achieve the second stage of blood coagulation in the future, he can do a lot for him.

"Eldest brother."

Wu Ming greeted Xu Hao in return.

Xu Hao nodded slightly, then took out a dark-colored strip of meat from the bundle on his back and tossed it to Wu Ming, saying, "This is the meat of the Wild Bull Demon. Its nourishing effect is far stronger than that of ordinary meat. I bought some this time to take back to my second brother to nourish his blood and help him break through the blood clotting barrier. I just happened to run into you here, so I'll give you some too."

He didn't know much about Wu Ming's affairs, only that he had recently entered the Blood Condensation stage and joined the outer hall of the Seven Martial Alliance. Although he was guaranteed a comfortable life after becoming a martial artist, he was still quite strapped for resources. Since they had met, it was only right for him, as the elder brother, to help Wu Ming out, since Wu Ming did indeed have some talent to become a martial artist.

Unlike his younger brother Xu Tong, who had provided considerable resources but still could not successfully coagulate blood.

Wu Ming caught the piece of meat and weighed it in his hand. It was a good two pounds. Two pounds of beef was worth twenty taels of silver. Clearly, only Xu Hao, as an inner disciple of the Seven Martial Alliance and having already achieved the second stage of blood condensation, could be so generous.

"Elder brother, you're too kind. This beef is far too precious..."

"No need to refuse. Now that you have joined the Seven Martial Alliance, I will naturally take care of you. I just haven't had the time before. Well, I also have some status in this outer hall. If you encounter any problems, you can come back to the main hall to find me."

Xu Hao waved to Wu Ming. As an inner hall member who had reached the second stage of blood coagulation, his status was naturally much higher than that of the outer hall martial artists. Wu Ming had just entered the blood coagulation stage and was making a living in the outer hall. He would inevitably have to struggle and work hard here for a long time. Giving him a little guidance would not be a problem for him.

After all,

Without waiting for Wu Ming's response, Xu Hao left the outer hall and strode away.

Watching Xu Hao's figure, Wu Ming held a chunk of beef in his hand, feeling quite calm. This is how the world is: those in power receive more help, while those who lose power receive less. Only those with ability will be respected. Xu Hao's change in attitude towards him is only human nature and not surprising.

However, he doesn't need this piece of wild bull demon meat as much now. But since it was sent by Xu Hao, he doesn't mind accepting it. After all, the two families are related by marriage, and if Xu Hao or Xu Hao ever needs anything in the future, he will still lend a helping hand.

……

After leaving the Seven Martial Alliance, Wu Ming returned to Chen's Pharmacy.

It's getting late.

After resting for a while in the courtyard, he returned to his room.

Tonight, Ma Liu and Hu Yong are in charge of guarding the courtyard. Ma Liu is responsible for the first half of the night, and Hu Yong is responsible for the second half. He doesn't need to do anything. However, for him now, it doesn't matter whether he guards the courtyard or not. His need for sleep is very low.

on the bed.

Wu Ming placed the Crimson Python Spear horizontally in front of him. Instead of lying down, he sat cross-legged on the bed, closed his eyes slightly, and silently recited the "Lin" mantra in his mind. In an instant, all sounds ceased, and he quietly entered a meditative state, a state of no thought and no desire.

As time went by, the sky grew completely dark, and the bedroom was plunged into darkness. However, in Wu Ming's perception, it was still no different from daytime, and every part of the room was clearly visible.

In addition,

Sitting on a stone bench in the courtyard, Ma Liu, guarding the yard, could clearly hear even the faintest breathing sounds. All the noises in the yard, including the low buzzing of flies, were crystal clear to Wu Ming.

Wu Ming's consciousness was incredibly clear, his heart like a clear pool, deep yet undisturbed. In this state of 'meditation', his consciousness did not fall into a deep sleep, but he felt no fatigue at all. On the contrary, the calmer his mind, the more energetic he felt.

I don’t know how long it took.

The night is getting darker.

In the courtyard, Ma Liubai sat there listlessly. After yawning, he felt his body stiffen, so he lazily stood up, intending to stretch his body a little.

He carried his horse-slaying saber, walked a few steps along the courtyard, and in the darkness, assumed a basic stance for swinging the saber. Then, he began to swing it methodically, performing a complete set of horse-slaying saber techniques. His blood surged, and he felt extremely comfortable.

at the same time.

Under the pitch-black night sky, about a dozen figures, dressed in black night clothes, lurked in the darkness, each concealing their presence and keeping their footsteps barely audible, as they stealthily approached the courtyard.

Just as these dozen or so people arrived at the street outside the courtyard, only a wall away from the courtyard, Wu Ming, who had been meditating with his eyes closed in the bedroom, suddenly opened his eyes and turned his gaze to the outside of the courtyard.

(End of this chapter)