A Martial Saint in Chaotic Times: Starting with Grinding Proficiency

Zhou Yuan's blood surged through his body in an instant, his muscles tensed subconsciously, but his face remained completely expressionless.

Goldman Sachs.

He did indeed come knocking on my door.

Just as tensions were about to rise, Zhou Ting's voice came from inside the courtyard, carrying a hint of joy.

"Yuanzi, you're back. This young master said he's your friend. He's been sitting at home for a while, but since he couldn't find you, he's about to leave."

Zhou Ting peeked out from behind the door, curiously observing the two of them.

Zhou Yuan's heart skipped a beat; his sister clearly didn't know the other party's true identity.

"Yes, it's a friend I haven't seen in a long time." Zhou Yuan smiled at Zhou Ting, his tone natural. "Sister, it's cold, why don't you come inside first? I'll just say a few words to my friend."

Zhou Ting responded, glanced at the young man in black again, then turned and went back into the house, closing the door behind her.

Only two people remained in the alley.

Goldman Sachs shifted his gaze from the courtyard gate to Zhou Yuan, his expression scrutinizing.

Do you know me?

"I guessed it because he bears some resemblance to Chief Gao," Zhou Yuan replied frankly.

Goldman Sachs cut to the chase: "How did my brother die?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yuan's face showed a perfectly measured expression of regret and confusion.

"I've heard about what happened with Chief Gao. But didn't he and I make up a few days ago? Many neighbors witnessed it at the alley entrance, and we even drank a 'reconciliation drink' together."

He didn't continue, but his meaning was clear.

Goldman Sachs stared at him silently for a moment, then suddenly unleashed a heavy, mountain-like aura that pressed down on Zhou Yuan!

The pressure from the Bone Forging Realm is far greater than that from the Skin Refining Realm.

Zhou Yuan felt the air around him thicken, and a chilling killing intent seemed to pierce his very bones.

But he didn't move.

They didn't even push their Qi and blood to their limits to fight it.

He simply stood there quietly, letting that imposing aura wash over him. He was now a constable in the patrol office, wearing the government uniform.

He didn't believe that Goldman Sachs would dare to lay a hand on him, a government official, in broad daylight.

Sure enough, seeing that Zhou Yuan remained completely undaunted despite his imposing aura, Gao Sheng's pupils contracted almost imperceptibly.

That heavy pressure came quickly and went quickly.

A smile suddenly bloomed on Goldman Sachs' face, as if everything just now was an illusion.

"I see, it seems I misunderstood. Since it's a misunderstanding, then I won't bother Officer Zhou any longer."

After saying that, he actually turned around and walked out of the muddy alley decisively.

Zhou Yuan stood there, watching him disappear into the alleyway, until he could no longer sense that aura, before slowly exhaling a breath of stale air.

Goldman Sachs walked out of the muddy alley and turned a street corner.

Hurala!

Dozens of wielders emerged from the surrounding shadows, each wielding a weapon; they were clearly members of the Jinshi Gang.

Just now, the entire Zhou family mansion was secretly surrounded by them, leaving no room to move.

One of the leaders strode forward and asked in a low voice, "Second Chief, is that him?"

"His story is airtight, and there are indeed quite a few witnesses to the settlement that day." Goldman Sachs didn't stop walking, but his mind was still processing the exchange just now. "I can't see any flaws, but this kid... gives me a feeling that I can't figure him out."

The leader's face hardened: "Why bother with all that trouble! Just rush in, tie him up, and take him back to the hall. He'll talk eventually!"

"Idiot!" Goldman Sachs gave him a cold glance. "Didn't you see what he's wearing? The uniform of a constable from the patrol department! To touch him now is to go against the government!"

Upon hearing this, the surrounding gang members were all startled, their faces showing a look of hesitation.

Goldman Sachs recalled the instructions given by Wei Rong, the eldest son of the Wei family.

The patrol battalion recently suffered a major defeat in their campaign against bandits in the mountains and is seething with anger, looking for trouble with the merchant alliance everywhere. At this time, it's absolutely crucial not to hand the government a weapon.

"Investigate the remaining enemies first," Gao Sheng ordered in a deep voice. "Zhou Yuan will be dealt with last. A kid who just entered the Skin Refining Realm can't escape."

"yes!"

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Zhou Yuan pushed open the door and entered the room, only then did the tension in his body completely dissipate.

Zhou Ting was busy in the kitchen when she saw him come in. She complained, "Honestly, it's almost lunchtime. Why didn't you invite us to stay for a meal?"

"He has a family emergency," Zhou Yuan replied casually, keeping his heavy thoughts locked deep inside.

He didn't want his sister to worry about these things anymore.

After dinner, Zhou Yuan chatted with his sister about the recent situation of the patrol and inspection department, only mentioning the good things.

"My superior, Lord Zhao, is quite amiable, and the other two errand boys are easy to get along with. The work isn't tiring; all we do every day is check passersby, which is quite leisurely."

As Zhou Ting listened, her face was full of a relieved smile, feeling that her family's hardships had finally come to an end.

After chatting with his sister for a while, Zhou Yuan went to the courtyard alone.

As night fell, the relaxed smile on his face faded, replaced by a solemn expression.

Goldman Sachs eventually came knocking.

Although they handle things perfectly, for this kind of person, sometimes no evidence is needed at all.

Once the seed of doubt is planted, he will surely turn against you.

If I hadn't joined the Patrol and Inspection Division and had this official uniform to protect me, tonight would probably have been a bloody battle.

We must become stronger as soon as possible!

It feels awful to have your fate in someone else's hands!

With a thought, the panel unfolded before his eyes.

[Realm: Body Tempering Stage 1 - Skin Refinement]

[Exercise Method: Six Harmonies Stance Exercise (Beginner)]

[Progress: 270/500]

[Martial Arts Skill: Mountain-Shaking Fist (Second Level)]

[Progress: 300/500]

To truly master the Six Harmonies Stance Exercise, one still needs considerable practice.

Without further hesitation, Zhou Yuan took a deep breath and assumed the stance for the Six Harmonies Stance in the courtyard.

Qi and blood, like mercury, flow slowly through the body, washing over the bones again and again.

Zhou Yuan did not sleep that night.

The next day, after a quick wash, he headed to Qingyang Martial Arts School.

The martial arts school was much livelier than usual, with groups of disciples gathered everywhere, discussing the matter.

"Have you heard? The patrol battalion suffered a major setback this time in the mountains!"

"It wasn't just a setback; I heard that of the more than two hundred people in the group, less than half returned!"

"The bandits of Black Wind Mountain are too rampant!"

Zhou Yuan did not participate in the discussion. He went straight to a corner and began practicing the Six Harmonies Stance Technique by himself.

These things are too far removed from him.

Not long after, a familiar figure walked over.

It is Chen Shaoshang.

When he saw Zhou Yuan, a look of surprise appeared on his face: "Junior Brother Zhou, I heard that you're affiliated with the Patrol and Inspection Division?"

"Not bad, the payment from the patrol inspection division is quite fair."

Zhou Yuan finished his practice and nodded.

"Excellent!" Chen Shaoshang clapped his hands.

"Although the Patrol and Inspection Division can't compare to our powerful families, it's still a government force with strong backing! You made a good move!"

He paused, then leaned closer and lowered his voice: "I have a close friend at the head of the Patrol and Inspection Division. I'll host a dinner for you two to meet him another day. With his help, things will be much easier for you inside."

Zhou Yuan felt a warmth in his heart and was about to express his gratitude.

Just then, a huge commotion suddenly broke out in the center of the training ground, followed by a series of exclamations that filled the sky!

"It's a breakthrough! It's a breakthrough!"

A disciple, his face flushed, rushed out of the crowd and shouted wildly, almost like a madman.

"Senior Brother Wang Tengfei... he's broken through to the Bone Forging Realm!"

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