My Realistic Simulation Game

Chapter 114 Return
The next morning.

In an ordinary courtyard house in the southern part of Yanjing (modern-day Beijing).

The winter sun, carrying a hint of chill, shone on the courtyard paved with blue bricks.

Inside the courtyard, a lean but muscular young man was shirtless, sweating profusely in the sub-zero cold.

He was practicing the powerful and unparalleled Bajiquan!

The fists whistled through the air, their force like thunder; each stomp seemed to crack the bluestone slabs.

With each breath, his breath was long and deep, and the heat emanating from his body turned into white mist the moment it met the cold air.

What's even more striking are the several gruesome new wounds on his back. Although they have scabbed over and healed, they are still shocking to behold.

"Squeak-"

The courtyard gate was gently pushed open, and the head of a teenager peeked in, holding a tightly wrapped insulated lunchbox.

Upon seeing the young man practicing martial arts in the courtyard, he immediately called out in a clear voice:

"Brother Weiguo! Dinner's ready!"

"It's hard to buy crucian carp this time of year, so my mom specially stewed an old hen for you today, saying she wants to give you a good boost!"

The young man practicing boxing was Wu Weiguo.

He stopped his attack upon hearing the sound, his movements clean and swift.

He turned around, a gentle smile on his face.

In the dead of winter, with temperatures below zero, a body steams with heat, making it feel like a burning furnace under the sun.

Seeing this, young Qin Ming's eyes were filled with admiration: "Brother Weiguo, you're amazing! You were so badly injured, and you're already healed in just a few days? The doctors said your recovery speed is incredible!"

"And this Bajiquan, you only watched Grandpa Wang next door perform it once, right? And you've already mastered it to such a powerful and impressive level. Can you teach me?"

Wu Weiguo smiled and ruffled Qin Ming's hair: "Mingzi, study hard and be like your brother, use your brain to make a living. Don't be like me, who can only make a living with his fists."

He knew that players had special physical constitutions and could recover from injuries far beyond ordinary people. Each time they recovered from a serious injury, their physical constitution would be tempered and improved.

This penetrating back injury not only improved his control over his body but also earned him 300 achievement points, unexpectedly unlocking the [Martial Arts Learning] module!
A set of Tai Chi exercises practiced by elderly men in the park can be performed with a sense of simplicity, harmony, and ease in his hands.

A set of Bajiquan, which is supposed to be good for health, becomes powerful, fierce, and terrifying in his hands!
He had a strong feeling that if he were to face a ruthless bandit like Falcon now, he would surely take his life within three moves!

He took the chicken soup from Qin Ming, its rich aroma filling the air, and his heart was filled with gratitude: "Mingzi, tell Auntie that we really don't need to go through all this trouble to bring her meals anymore."

"I'm fully recovered. Tomorrow I can go to the warehouse with Binzi and Gangzi to move goods, and I can eat with them."

Qin Ming immediately shook his head, his little face serious: "No way! Brother Weiguo, it takes a hundred days to recover from a broken bone! Your back was pierced by three large pieces of iron, and that was to save my brother!"

“Our whole family is grateful to you. What’s wrong with eating a few old hens? I’ll go to the moat to catch crucian carp for you after school. The doctor said that crucian carp soup is the most nourishing, especially suitable for people who are recovering from a serious illness.”

Looking at the boy's earnest expression, Wu Weiguo couldn't help but chuckle, a warm feeling welling up inside him.

He risked his life to save Qin Yuan, not only because Qin Yuan had also risked his life to save him, but also because Qin Yuan had helped him along the way and treated him like a brother.

He could sense that Qin Yuan, like him, had never treated Binzi, Gangzi, Uncle Qin, Aunt Zhang, Qin Ming, and others as cold "game data" or "NPCs."

In Qin Yuan's eyes, they were all living, breathing people, full of feelings and righteousness, far more like "human beings" than some selfish players who treated human life like dirt!
This bond is worth protecting with his life, whether in this game world or in the Big Dipper.

This is true!

As the two were talking, the courtyard gate creaked open again.

"Wow, it smells so good!" Gangzi's voice preceded his arrival—his signature booming voice. "Xiao Mingzi, what delicious food did you bring your brother Weiguo this time? It's making my mouth water!"

Immediately afterwards, Binzi, Gangzi, and Uncle Zhang walked in, emanating a chill from their bodies.

All three of them were carrying something in their hands.

Gangzi carried braised beef wrapped in oil paper and a glistening roast duck, while Binzi held a heavy enamel basin filled with steaming lamb spine. Uncle Zhang, meanwhile, clutched two bottles of Red Star Erguotou (a type of Chinese liquor) like precious treasures. The rich aroma of meat and liquor instantly overwhelmed the sweetness of the chicken soup.

Wu Weiguo and Qin Ming's eyes widened in disbelief!
These days, Wu Weiguo has been so tormented by the "nutritious meals" that his mouth feels bland. When he saw the oily braised beef, the bright red roast duck, and the tender and fragrant stewed lamb spine, he almost couldn't control his drooling.

Although Qin Ming's family was much better off, he was used to being frugal and rarely saw so many fancy dishes. He couldn't take his eyes off them.

Seeing the two of them looking so hungry, Uncle Zhang laughed heartily, his deep wrinkles smoothing out, revealing a hint of family bliss.

He slowly emptied the ashes from his pipe and chuckled, "Weiguo, let's nourish you too! Just drinking soup won't do. You need some meat to whet your appetite and give you strength!"

Although Qin Ming was tempted, he still stood firmly in front of Wu Weiguo, saying, "No, no! Brother Weiguo has to finish my chicken soup first, that's the rule!"

His adorable appearance amused everyone once again.

Amused, Wu Weiguo picked up the chicken soup and drank it all in one gulp, exclaiming with great bravado, "Alright, now it's time to have some meat!"

He eagerly took the braised beef that Gangzi handed him, took a big bite, and chewed it with satisfaction.

He picked up the Erguotou that Uncle Zhang had poured, tilted his head back and took a big gulp. The spicy liquid rolled down his throat, and the warmth instantly dispelled the chill. He let out a hearty "ha".

Gangzi couldn't hold back any longer. He reached into the lamb spine hotpot, scooped up a meaty spine bone, and started gnawing on it, his mouth dripping with oil.

Although Binzi didn't talk much, he had a comfortable smile on his face as he quietly picked up some beef and roast duck.

Infected by the atmosphere, Qin Ming also sat in the middle of the group. Although he didn't drink, his chopsticks were still busy, and his mouth was stuffed full.

The small courtyard was filled with the aroma of meat and wine, and laughter, as if the chill of winter had been dispelled.

The four of them were eating with great enthusiasm, and the atmosphere was lively.

suddenly!

A clear and bright voice, tinged with a hint of amusement, came from the courtyard gate:

"Wow, we even got to eat something delicious?"

This sound...

All four of them stopped moving at the same time!
He turned his head sharply!

At the entrance of the courtyard house stood a tall, well-dressed young man in a sharp suit!

It was Qin Yuan!

He wore a well-tailored dark suit, which accentuated his broad shoulders and narrow waist, giving him a calm and reserved demeanor.

This is completely different from her previous style of dressing!
Wu Weiguo and the other two were stunned for a moment, their eyes filled with disbelief, astonishment, and a hint of hesitation, even wondering if they had mistaken someone for someone else.

Only Qin Ming, after a brief moment of stunned silence, burst forth with immense joy!
"Brother--!"

With tears in his voice, the boy rushed over and hugged Qin Yuan tightly!
Qin Yuan caught his younger brother steadily, a warm smile spreading across his face. He ruffled Qin Ming's hair and said, "Ha, it's only been a short time since we last met, and you've grown so much! You're already up to your older brother's chin!"

Hearing that familiar voice and tone, Wu Weiguo and the other two suddenly snapped out of their daze!
"Brother Yuan!"

"elder brother!"

"Tooko!"

Three different titles, all uttered with the same excitement and disbelief!

The three immediately put down the meat and wine they were holding and hurried to meet them!
At that moment, Magan and Markov appeared behind Qin Yuan, carrying their luggage.

They were carrying luggage, both dressed in brand-new suits. Ma Gan'er's signature tall and thin figure made it hard to mistake him for someone else!

Looking at this completely transformed trio, especially Qin Yuan's aura that seemed to have been reborn.

Wu Weiguo's smile widened, with only one thought in his mind:
Brother Yuan has really struck it rich this time!

(End of this chapter)