Can diligence compensate for lack of talent? But I'm a martial arts genius!

"This injury... is too severe..."

Su Changqing frowned, realizing that Ren Tian had lost too much blood and was so badly injured that even a miracle couldn't save him. If it weren't for his strong physique as a martial artist, he would have already died from his injuries!

Ren Tian's voice grew weaker and weaker, tinged with pleading: "Changqing, I want to ask you for a favor, please... help me avenge my family. My wife and children... all died at his hands... His name is Wang Pengfei... a master of the Iron Dragon Society..."

Ren Tian once had a happy and fulfilling family, but because he stood up for justice, he provoked the domineering Iron Dragon Society experts. As a result, his wife and children died, and he himself was seriously injured and forced to flee. The person who caused his family's destruction was undoubtedly his enemy, whom he wished he could devour.

Now Ren Tian knows that he has no hope of revenge, and Su Changqing, this martial arts genius with extraordinary talent, is his only hope!

Su Changqing remained silent for a moment. In reality, he didn't owe Ren Tian anything. Ren Tian had taught him martial arts, and he had saved Ren Tian before. Today, he was facing a crisis because of Ren Tian.

But the connections between people are not all transactions. Ren Tian, ​​this tough guy, was on his deathbed and begged him for help. He couldn't bear to see this man, who had been kind to him by passing on his skills, die in front of him with such resentment.

Moreover, these three Iron Dragon Society warriors attacked him today. If he hadn't possessed martial arts skills, he would have lost his life here as well. Repaying kindness with kindness and revenge with revenge is Su Changqing's principle!

"Uncle Ren... I promise you, if I can consistently defeat Wang Pengfei in the future, I will help you get justice!"

Finally, Su Changqing solemnly addressed Ren Tiandao.

These three warriors from the Iron Dragon Society already put Su Changqing in grave danger. Wang Pengfei was probably even stronger, a master even within the Iron Dragon Society. But Su Changqing had no intention of rushing to seek revenge. He would only make a move after he had become stronger and was absolutely certain of success. Before that, accumulating his strength was the right path!

"Alright... Changqing, remember... the world is dangerous, don't act impulsively..."

Having received Su Changqing's promise, Ren Tian smiled through his blood-stained lips. He gave Su Changqing his instructions, his eyes revealing a sense of peace, as if he could see his deceased wife and children beckoning to him.

Ren Tian's aura dissipated, and his breathing stopped.

"This world is so cruel, and life is so short... I don't want to die so silently one day, forgotten by everyone years later, like an insignificant speck of dust!"

Su Changqing clenched his fists. Experiencing this dog-eat-dog world made him secretly determined to become stronger, strong enough to have the power to control his own destiny!

"Dispose of their bodies properly."

Su Changqing then composed himself, knowing he needed to quickly dispose of the corpses and leave to avoid being spied on.

After searching the corpses of the three Iron Dragon Society warriors, Su Changqing finally made a considerable discovery!

"Silver? It adds up to more than ten taels!"

Su Changqing found some loose silver coins on the corpses of the cold-faced swordsman and others, which made his eyes light up.

Ten taels of silver is a huge sum of money for Su Changqing now. You have to understand that he works as a farmhand for the Liu family, supplying firewood to them. His monthly salary is only six qian of silver. Even if he doesn't eat or drink, it would take him two years to save up more than ten taels of silver!

The cold-faced swordsman's sword must have been worth a lot of money, but Su Changqing knew it was too dangerous to carry it. If outsiders saw it and recognized it as the sword of a member of the Iron Dragon Society, it would surely cause endless trouble. So Su Changqing hid it in the mountains for the time being.

Su Changqing then spent considerable effort burying the bodies of Ren Tian and the others in the mountains.

After doing all this, Su Changqing left Woniu Mountain as if nothing had happened and returned to Woniu Town, continuing to do his usual things as if nothing had occurred.

The deaths of Ren Tian and the three Iron Dragon Society warriors did not cause much of a stir.

"The battle against the three Iron Dragon Society warriors... I won by sheer luck. I must become stronger and elevate the Wild Bull Fist to a new level!"

Su Changqing is full of energy.

While Su Changqing had killed three Iron Dragon Society warriors, perhaps due to their carelessness or injuries, he did not believe his strength was sufficient to act with impunity.

"Fortunately, I received a sum of money, which, combined with some savings from before, is enough for me to properly nourish my body and aid in its growth..."

Su Changqing thought to himself.

Training without replenishing will only deplete the body, especially since Su Changqing has now reached the Blood Strengthening Realm and his body is undergoing a second development, requiring sufficient nutrition.

Su Changqing spared no expense, going to the market to buy nutritious meats such as chicken, duck, and fish to fuel his growth!

"Bang!"

On this day, Su Changqing had just returned from Woniu Mountain carrying a load of firewood when, with a loud crash, the half-closed door of the small courtyard was kicked open.

A burly man in his thirties, dressed in gray, swaggered in, leading two skinny-looking henchmen.

Upon seeing the burly man and his companions, Su Changqing knew that nothing good was coming, but instead of showing anger, he put on a smile and greeted them, "Master Dao."

"Changqing, there have been demons in Woniu Town recently. I'm worried that you'll be harmed by them since you live alone, so I'm coming to deliver a talisman to you to ward off evil. It only costs one large coin."

The gray-clad man's fierce face broke into a friendly smile as he spoke.

Su Changqing's lips twitched slightly, and he hesitated before saying, "Brother Dao, I haven't been paid this month yet..."

The man in gray, growing impatient, snapped, "Changqing, aren't you afraid of being harmed by demons if you try to save this money? Besides, this talisman is already on your door!"

On the dilapidated gate of Su Changqing's house, there was a piece of scrap paper with messy, illegible scribbles on it.

"Changqing, you're home alone without this talisman. If you were to be harmed by demons like Old Zhang did a while ago, your Su family line would be wiped out."

The smile vanished from the gray-clad man's face, replaced by a fierce glint in his eyes and a hint of threat on his cheek.

Master Dao's real name is Zhao Dao. He is a member of the Tiger Gang and is responsible for collecting protection money in this area. The Tiger Gang is powerful and acts as a front for certain big shots. Anyone who dares to disobey will face dire consequences!

"I'll just have to bear with it for now..." Su Changqing sighed inwardly. He didn't know if the demons would come to harm him if he didn't spend money to "buy" the talisman, but he figured the Tiger Gang would definitely come to retaliate against him!

Although he has made some progress in martial arts, Su Changqing is still far from being strong enough to act recklessly. Having lived two lives, he is not an impulsive or hot-blooded young man. He knows that he should be tolerant for now and deal with everything later.

"Please wait a moment, Master Dao." Su Changqing responded and quickly went inside to search.

A short while later, he returned to the courtyard, took out a large coin, and handed it over.

One of Zhao Dao's henchmen immediately stepped forward, grabbed the large sum of money, and stuffed it into his pocket.

Zhao Dao nodded in satisfaction, patted Su Changqing on the shoulder, and said insincerely, "Changqing, keep up the good work! I think you're no ordinary guy. Who knows, you might rise to prominence someday. Don't forget to give me a hand when that happens."

Su Changqing smiled ingratiatingly: "Not at all... I'm just working for the Liu family. I'm content as long as I have food to eat."

"Hmm, sensible!" Zhao Dao was quite pleased with Su Changqing's respectful and obedient demeanor, nodded, and said, "Let's go."

After saying that, he took two of his men and went to knock on the door of the neighbor's house to collect the money.

After seeing Zhao Dao and the others off, Su Changqing shook his head: "The bottom rungs of this world are exploited layer by layer by the legitimate and criminal worlds, as well as local powerful figures. They rarely have a chance to rise above their circumstances. If I want to control my own destiny, I must become stronger than them!"

A hint of determination flashed in Su Changqing's eyes; he needed to focus more of his energy on martial arts cultivation!