Dual Transmigration: American Prison, Surviving to a Fantasy Development Stage

The fact that he was born with a special gift already filled him with immense joy.

But today-

Lin Feng sat opposite him without doing anything, yet he made Lin Feng, who was at the early stage of the Innate Realm, feel a slight sense of pressure.

That feeling was like facing a lurking beast.

Zhao Bo was in turmoil inside, but his face remained calm.

Could it be that... Lin Feng's current strength is even greater than his?

How is this possible? He just broke through to the Innate Realm a month ago, and now he's feeling pressured after cultivating for decades?

But the facts were undeniable, leaving him no choice but to believe them.

Zhao Boli secretly took a breath, marveling inwardly.

He wasn't worried; on the contrary, he was pleasantly surprised.

He wished Lin Feng would become stronger.

Lin Fengqiang's success demonstrates his good judgment and the abundance of talented individuals in Huayang Prefecture.

If he really rises to prominence in the future, it will be a political achievement for him.

Of course, Lin Feng didn't say anything, and he didn't ask.

Asking too many questions about this kind of thing will only annoy people.

How long has it been, and you've already improved again?

He opened his mouth, wanting to ask something, but didn't know where to begin.

"Brother Li, you've had a long journey. Were there any particularly outstanding martial arts scholars in this year's provincial examination?"

Lin Feng asked curiously:

Zhao Boli laughed and said, "You've come to the right person. Now all the talents from various prefectures and counties have arrived. This year's provincial examination is going to be a fierce battle."

He paused, then lowered his voice.

"I heard there are a few tough guys coming this year."

"Not to mention the scions of powerful families in Liangzhou City, there are also a few who have returned from the border, and they're not easy to deal with."

Lin Feng nodded without saying anything.

Zhao Boli looked at him and suddenly said, "But I think you have a better chance than them."

Lin Feng smiled.

"Thank you for your kind words, Brother Li."

"By the way, Lin Feng."

Zhao Boli picked up his teacup and took a sip. "How's your practice of the 'Liyang Quick Blade' manual I gave you?"

Lin Feng shook his head and said frankly, "I haven't practiced yet. I haven't had much time lately."

"Oh?" Zhao Boli became interested. "Could it be that you're trying to comprehend another cultivation technique?"

Lin Feng nodded, not hiding anything: "That's right."

Zhao Boli's eyes lit up, and a relieved smile appeared on his face.

"Good! Cultivation is like rowing against the current; if you don't advance, you fall behind."

No matter what kind of technique it is, as long as you put in the effort to study it, you'll succeed. It seems you've made some progress.

Lin Feng smiled but offered no explanation.

Some things don't need to be said too much.

Zhao Boli didn't press further, and changed the subject: "By the way, Lin Feng, it's expensive in this provincial capital. If you need anything, just let me know."

Don't be so polite with me.

"Thank you for your kindness, Brother Li." Lin Feng waved his hand. "I'm not worried about money, and I don't need anything for the time being."

Zhao Boli nodded and said nothing more.

He knew that Lin Feng wasn't the type to like owing favors, so if he said he didn't need it, then he really didn't need it.

He stood up and patted Lin Feng on the shoulder.

"Registration is tomorrow, so get your identification tags ready."

"We'll need both—the 'Childhood Scholar' badge and the 'Scholar' badge; neither can be missing."

"Okay, Brother Li."

"Hmm, with your skills, as long as you don't hide anything, I reckon first place will definitely be yours."

"Brother Li, you overestimate me. I don't have that kind of ability," Lin Feng said with a shake of his head and a smile.

Seeing this, Zhao Boli smiled and said nothing more.

The two chatted for a few more minutes before Lin Feng got up to say goodbye.

As he stepped out of the inn, he looked up at the sky.

The sky over Liangzhou is higher and farther than that over Huayang Prefecture.

As the sun sets, it paints half the sky red.

Lin Feng withdrew his gaze and walked towards his house.

"Young master, you're back. Someone is waiting for you."

Lin Feng saw Zhao Erniu as soon as he entered the living room.

This was not unexpected, after all, it was the address Lin Feng had given Zhao Erniu.

Zhao Erniu arrived at the main hall, and Lin Feng had someone serve him tea.

Looking at this large mansion, Zhao Erniu was somewhat surprised.

"Brother Lin, did you buy this house? It's so extravagant."

Lin Feng: "This is nothing special in Liangzhou City, it's just average."

"Then why is it called the Wu Residence?"

"It was a gift from a friend, and I didn't change the name so as not to attract attention."

No wonder.

Then Zhao Erniu looked at Lin Feng with a grin and said, "Brother Lin, let's go for drinks tonight, it's on me."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng chuckled. Although Zhao Erniu was honest and simple, he loved money.

He rarely invited Lin Feng out for drinks.

"What brings you to invite me for drinks today?"

"Brother Lin, you've always treated me, so it's my turn to treat you. Besides, you received a lot of silver as a reward after becoming a martial arts scholar."

"Alright, I'll give you a chance today. Where should we go for a drink?"

"Does Brother Lin know any brothels?"

"Damn, how should I know?"

"Brother Lin, I believe in you."

Sure enough, that kid was up to no good.

"Alright, let's go to Rumengfang then."

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The following day, the registration point for martial arts complaints in Liangzhou City was packed with people.

The martial arts scholars from various prefectures and counties lined up in long queues, clutching their identity tokens, their faces showing expressions of tension, excitement, or feigned composure.

Soldiers maintaining order walked back and forth, shouting at people not to cut in line.

Lin Feng handed over his wooden plaque, registered, and received his number. He then stood aside and began to observe the other contestants.

You won't know until you see it; once you do, you'll understand.

Most of these people are at the Acquired Realm.

Lin Feng mentally estimated that he should be able to secure a spot in the top five of the Innate Realm without any problem.

Of course, it's hard to say without a fight. What if there are a few who are just pretending to be weak while actually being strong?

Just then, someone tapped me on the shoulder.

"Brother Lin!"

Zhao Erniu's honest face came closer, his eyes narrowing into slits with a smile.

Lin Feng looked at him and smiled.

"You had a good time last night, kid."

Zhao Erniu gave a simple, honest smile, looking somewhat embarrassed.

Just then, a white figure suddenly passed through them.

It is Wu Changning.

He kept his eyes straight ahead, as if he hadn't seen Lin Feng and Zhao Erniu at all.

As he walked past Lin Feng, he slightly turned his head, glanced at Lin Feng out of the corner of his eye with disdain, and then swaggered away with his nose in the air.

Zhao Erniu was stunned for a moment, then flew into a rage.

"Hey! What's with this guy's attitude? Why is he acting so arrogantly!"

He turned to look at Lin Feng and said indignantly, "Brother Lin, next time you run into him, teach him a lesson and show him his place."

He really thought he could beat Brother Lin.

Lin Feng watched Wu Changning's departing figure, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"No rush."

He patted Zhao Erniu on the shoulder, his tone indifferent.

"He is currently the top scholar in Huayang Prefecture, and his influence is at its peak."

Many people are watching him closely, studying him, and trying to bring him down.

With him holding the line, I'm much less worried.

Zhao Erniu blinked, pondered for a moment, and then suddenly realized.

"That makes sense! A tall tree catches the wind."

He scratched his head and said again:

"Brother Lin is so thoughtful."

Did you give them the wooden sign?

"Brother Lin gave it to me."

"Alright, let's find a place to have a couple of drinks."

The two walked arm in arm toward a restaurant on the street.

Behind me, the crowd of people registering continued to throng.

The military examinations in Liangzhou City have only just begun.

The registration period is five days in total; if you miss it, you should withdraw voluntarily.

Five days later, the competition in Liangzhou officially began.

The entire Liangzhou (province) was under the jurisdiction of twelve prefectures (cities).

A total of 150 martial arts scholars participated in the martial arts examination. 30 of them were from Liangzhou City, and the top ten from other prefectures participated.