Under One Person: Please Call Me Golden Flash

Chapter 185: What's the point of talking about repaying a debt of gratitude?

On July 7, 1937, the Japanese army provoked an incident near Beiping, and the war broke out in full force.

In the years that followed, most parts of the country were engulfed in war.

Founded by Zhao Zhen and Zhao Yufei, Na Du Tong has developed rapidly over the years. With Zhao Zhen's reputation and connections in the world of supernatural beings, it has finally gained a foothold both inside and outside the industry and has become the largest logistics company in both.

After the full-scale outbreak of the war, Na Du Tong responded to the authorities' call and became an official material transportation agency.

Initially, Zhao Yufei was firmly opposed to having Nadutong work for Baldy, since his original intention in establishing Nadutong was to invest in rabbits.

However, under Zhao Zhen's guidance, Zhao Yufei gradually understood Zhao Zhen's intentions.

The first thing in transporting supplies is having the supplies.

In that situation, the rabbits were dirt poor, so even if they stood firmly on the rabbits' side, it wouldn't make much of a difference.

In Zhao Zhen's words, this is called "borrowing a chicken to lay eggs".

Since the bald guy has a lot of resources, we should try to take as much as possible from him and then secretly transport it to the rabbit. This way, we can avoid being besieged by the bald guy and kill two birds with one stone.

Anyway, the bald guy's side is already corrupt beyond recognition. If he has a little brains and means, who would care whether this batch of supplies has been delivered to the right people?
To put it bluntly, as long as those at the top are fed, they won't care about the lives of those below!
Although it may sound cruel, it made it easier for Zhao Zhen to operate behind the scenes.

Yan'an, 1941.

"Master, can't we rest yet? We've climbed so many miles of mountain roads already!"

On the mountain path, a chubby little boy with sandbags tied to his feet was climbing the mountain, looking half-dead.

Behind him, Zhao Zhen followed at a leisurely pace.

"Rest? This is nothing! If we don't reach the top of the mountain today, you're definitely not going to eat."

"what……"

The chubby boy let out a wail; at that moment, he felt like he wanted to die.

The chubby boy's name is Zhao Fangxu, and he is Zhao Yufei's only son.

Since his father made him become an apprentice two years ago, he has left him here alone and has not seen him much throughout the year.

My father used to extol his master's abilities, praising him as a rare genius. But since he became his apprentice, his master hasn't taught him any magical arts. Instead, he just makes him climb mountains with sandbags strapped to his body every day!

He climbed like this for two whole years. During that time, he asked his master why he wouldn't teach him magic, but each time his master's answer was always the same:

"If you can't even stick to the most basic things, then don't talk about any fancy skills."

An hour later, the master and apprentice, one big and one small, finally arrived at the mountaintop.

"Can you feel the energy flow within your body?"

"Yes, I can feel it."

Zhao Fangxu nodded, and without Zhao Zhen saying anything more, he consciously sat cross-legged on the ground, assumed the posture of five hearts facing the sky, and began to practice the incantation that Zhao Zhen had taught him.

A moment later, Zhao Fangxu slowly opened his eyes, a hint of excitement flashing in them.

"Master! I feel that the true qi in my body has grown stronger again!"

"Is that so...? It's quite nice..."

Zhao Zhen nodded, and at the same time, she covered her face when Zhao Fangxu wasn't paying attention.

"Master, to attain Qi in just two years, isn't my talent exceptionally rare?!"

"Haha~"

Zhao Zhen twitched the corner of his mouth, not daring to mention his past achievements, for fear of discouraging the chubby boy.

To be honest, when Zhao Yufei insisted on having his son taken care of by her, Zhao Zhen really wanted to refuse.

After all, Zhao Zhenke never imagined that one day he would have to take care of a child!

But upon hearing the name Zhao Fangxu, Zhao Zhen instantly changed her mind.

Actually, it's not impossible to take care of this child!
"Sigh, Fang Xu, do you know why I've had you train your leg strength for the past two years?"

“I know, if the foundation is not solid, the earth will shake!” “Yes, that’s one reason. Actually, there is another reason, which is that the prerequisite for cultivating the ultimate skill that I will teach you in the future is to first strengthen your foundation.”

"A secret technique? Is it your unique skill, Master, the Golden Escape Flowing Light?!"

"Did your father tell you this too?"

"Uh-huh!!"

Looking at Zhao Fangxu's expectant gaze, Zhao Zhen shook his head helplessly.

“Fang Xu, actually your master isn’t afraid of setbacks anymore. The Golden Escape Flowing Light technique is extremely difficult to cultivate. Your grandmaster practiced it his whole life and only barely managed to get the basics down.”

"With your talent for Qi cultivation, even if I were to teach you the Golden Escape Technique, you probably wouldn't be able to even grasp the basics in your entire life."

"what……"

Upon hearing this, a look of dejection flashed across Zhao Fangxu's face.

Although he had long anticipated that he lacked talent, hearing this conclusion directly from his master Zhao Zhen still left Zhao Fangxu feeling somewhat disappointed.

"Master, do I really never have the chance to cultivate Qi in my entire life?"

“Fang Xu, refining Qi is not the only path. Now that the country is in ruins and the nation is in danger, there is a path that is actually more suitable for you than refining Qi.”

"What way?"

"Raise your awareness."

"consciousness?"

"Your father had his own reasons for placing you in Yan'an."

The leg and foot techniques I've taught you over the past two years, while not making you a master, will certainly ensure your self-defense on the battlefield.

"Master, do you mean I should join the army?"

"Ah."

Zhao Zhen nodded, glancing at the thriving town below the mountain.

"Keep the talisman I gave you safe. If you encounter any danger, just tear it apart immediately."

"Master, I understand, but before I join the army, I still want to ask one question: am I really not allowed to cultivate immortal arts? Even the simplest ones would be fine!"

Zhao Zhen rested her chin on her hand, a thoughtful look in her eyes.

"The simplest one? I do have a method called the Splitting Palm, which is indeed the simplest to practice."

"I want to learn! I want to learn!"

"Then watch carefully. I will only demonstrate once: sink your Qi to your Dantian and gather your strength in your palm."

boom!
As Zhao Zhen struck out with his palm, the stone three meters away was instantly shattered into pieces!
Upon seeing this scene, Zhao Fangxu's eyes lit up.

"Master! I want to learn this, I want to learn this!"

"Okay, the method of circulating Qi is actually quite simple. I learned it in just one glance. As for you, you should be able to get started in a day."

"Uh-huh!"

A day later, gazing at the leaves rustling in the wind, Zhao Zhen fell into deep thought.

"Master, I did it! My palm strike made that leaf move!"

"Fang Xu, promise your master one thing."

"Yes, Master, please tell me!"

"Now that you have mastered your skills, I don't expect you to repay any debt of gratitude. Just don't mention me if you cause trouble in the future."

　It's a little late, sorry.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)