I am a high-level martial arts master.

Chapter 300 Technology VS Martial Arts! Exoskeleton Armor!

After several days of seclusion, Ye Li pushed open the wooden door of the small house.

Sunlight streamed down, illuminating his white robe.

The previously somewhat noisy crowd waiting outside the door fell silent instantly, followed by a deafening roar of cheers and shouts.

"Master Ye has arrived!"

"Immortal Master! Please accept our bow!"

"Great virtue and grace of the immortal master, you have given me a second life!"

……

The open space outside the courtyard and even the streets further away were already packed with surging crowds.

In the front row were Yang Guicang, Zheng Yexiao, and other Grandmasters of Transformation Realm who had personally benefited from the treatment and whose qi and blood were abundant. They were excited and bowed respectfully.

Then came thousands of martial artists with both visible and invisible strength, each with a burning gaze, as if they were looking up to a god.

The cheers rose in waves, reaching straight into the sky.

Many people still had the elation and disbelief of breaking through on their faces, and their eyes were filled with endless gratitude and admiration as they looked at Ye Li.

Among the crowd, countless reporters who had reached the Ming Jin level were constantly taking pictures of Ye Li with their cameras.

Zheng Yexiao stepped forward from the crowd, his voice booming like a bell:

"Immortal Master, you have worked hard in your seclusion! You created this boundless Qi Gong and established the Qi and Blood Bank, benefiting countless martial artists in Tianjin. You are truly the ancestor of the revival of martial arts and a living Buddha to all families!"

His words drew enthusiastic responses from the crowd, making the scene even more lively.

Ye Li gently raised her head, somewhat surprised that there were so many people at the entrance.

Because martial artists have incredibly strong senses, Ye Li made sure to soundproof the entire courtyard to avoid being eavesdropped on. Only when he stepped outside did he feel the bustling crowd.

Seeing Ye Li's youthful appearance in person surprised even the True Immortal Baodan who was present.

Facing the camera, Ye Li instinctively adopted his professional habits, a perfect smile appearing on his face as he raised his hand and waved gently to the crowd.

Next, he said something like, "What merit or ability do I have to receive such high praise? The Qi and Blood Bank is actually everyone's achievement," which made everyone feel that this immortal master was incredibly approachable.

The thunderous cheers had not yet subsided when Ye Li was talking to the people who had come forward.

The crowd parted to both sides like a tide, making way for a passage.

Two men dressed in dark, close-fitting outfits, their auras unfathomable, appeared silently at the end of the passage.

Their steps were synchronized, their eyes sharp, and wherever they swept their gaze, the noise immediately ceased.

The harmonious aura emanating from him seemed to be one with nature!

Even masters of internal energy like Yang Guicang and Zheng Yexiao felt a chill run down their spines.

The True Man Who Embraces the Elixir!

Two people still!

Following the two bodyguards, a man dressed in a dark blue Zhongshan suit, who appeared to be around fifty years old, slowly stepped out.

He had a refined appearance, slightly high cheekbones, and a pair of gold-rimmed glasses perched on his nose, exuding an air of authority befitting someone who had long held a high position.

He walked towards Ye Li with a slow and steady pace, leaning on an ebony cane.

Despite his cultivation level being only at the Transformation Realm, he was protected by two True Immortals at the Core Formation Realm.

"It's Deputy Minister Li!"

Someone in the crowd whispered, with a sense of awe.

Li Weiguang was the Vice Minister of the Interior of the Republic of China government, in charge of certain livelihood and special affairs.

Although his cultivation level is only at the early stage of the Transformation Realm, his authority and the power he represents are enough to make any martial arts family or sect wary.

Li Weiguang walked straight to the gate of Ye Li's courtyard, his gaze fell on Ye Li, and after looking him over for a moment, a smile appeared on his face.

"Mr. Ye," Li Weiguang said in a steady voice.

"During these past few days in Tianjin, the qigong you practiced has benefited countless people and has become famous throughout the country. I, Li, have also experienced it and found it to be unfathomably profound."

"Sir, your qigong is indeed as miraculous as reported in the news. I have come today to pay my respects and congratulate you on your great success."

"Mr. Ye, would you mind moving to a quieter place so that we can talk alone?"

Ye Li remained expressionless as he looked at the two Nascent Soul Grandmasters behind Li Weiguang, secretly thinking that the newcomers were up to no good.

"Since Vice Minister Li is here in person, let's not beat around the bush. If you have any thoughts, just say them in front of all the people of Tianjin."

A hint of displeasure flashed in Li Weiguang's eyes as he looked at the uncouth brute in front of him, who was being too disrespectful.

Ordinary martial artists, even those at the Transformation Realm and Core Formation stage, would give him some leeway when faced with someone of his status.

But this young man in front of me is far too arrogant!

Li Weiguang's expression turned cold, but looking at the surrounding crowd, he still maintained a composed demeanor and said:

"Mr. Ye is a straightforward person, and I, Li, will not beat around the bush either, so let's have a frank conversation."

Li Weiguang wore a perfectly timed smile:

"Sir, your Qi and Blood Bank has miraculous effects, which are evident to all. In just a few days, it has given the entire city of Tianjin a new look. This is a great achievement that benefits the country and the people, and I am very pleased. However, I have a request."

Ye Li said, "Vice Minister Li, please speak frankly."

Li Weiguang paused, his gaze behind his glasses sharpening:

"I think that if such important instruments, which are related to the foundation of the country and the strength of the people, and the basis of martial arts, are left to the people and allowed to operate spontaneously, it may cause problems."

"Mr. Ye is ultimately a private individual. Is the distribution of his vital energy fair? How are the risks of lending managed? What if someone with ulterior motives takes the opportunity to amass vital energy and plot wicked schemes? These issues have not been fully considered."

"Not to mention, if such secret techniques were discovered and used by foreign powers, the consequences would be unimaginable."

Li Weiguang leaned forward slightly, his tone becoming more forceful and leaving no room for argument:

"Therefore, as decided by the higher authorities, in order to make overall plans and maximize the effectiveness, the Qi and Blood Bank created by Mr. Ye, including the Qigong that is the core operating method, must be handed over to the National Government for unified management and operation."

After Li Weiguang said this, the room fell silent.

The expressions of those who had been cheering wildly now had changed dramatically.

The martial arts world is rife with sectarianism. Stealing martial arts skills can result in crippling one's limbs at best, and being killed at worst. Moreover, Ye Li is expected to hand over all the internal energy he has cultivated.

In the past few days, some martial artists have naturally wanted to explore the secrets of Qigong, but they all only thought about becoming Ye Li's disciples and dared not hope that Ye Li would teach them selflessly.

The surroundings fell silent. Li Weiguang glanced at Ye Li's still calm face and added:

"Of course, the government will never erase Mr. Ye's achievements and contributions. Mr. Ye can serve as a special advisor and enjoy the highest level of treatment. The country will fully supply the cultivation resources he needs. In the future, the Qi and Blood Bank will be promoted throughout the country and even benefit all people. In the annals of history, Mr. Ye will surely be recorded in a great way. This is a win-win situation for both the public and private sectors, and for the country and Mr. Ye."

Just as Ye Li was about to speak, he suddenly frowned, feeling a murderous aura surrounding him.

Li Weiguang remained calm, but Ye Li sensed a terrifying aura locking onto him. Although he hadn't made a move, the deadly danger still made his hair stand on end involuntarily.

"Embracing the elixir? No! Not that close!"

Ye Li became alert: 'This sensation is beyond my field of vision, at least tens of thousands, perhaps even hundreds of thousands of kilometers away!'

Ye Li now possesses not only sufficient power, but also the ability to enhance spiritual perception, greatly increasing his inspiration.

As this thought crossed my mind, I instinctively looked up and immediately understood what the sniper was targeting.

Star Destroyer!!!

Only a star destroyer capable of launching energy attacks at the speed of light can lock onto you from a distance of at least hundreds of thousands of kilometers using its energy signature.

Seeing Ye Li's stunned expression, Li Weiguang sneered inwardly, already prepared to see the other party make a fool of himself in public.

The so-called Star Destroyer was purchased from the West by the Republic of China government at a high price!

Star Destroyers come in different classes and at different prices in the West.

The Westerners used the low-level Star Destroyers as vehicles, so they could naturally buy them.

Even low-level Star Destroyers can achieve light-speed strikes.

Even a True Immortal who has reached the Core Formation stage can only barely dodge such a light-speed attack by relying on the greater distance.

There were several unruly cultivators who had reached the highest level of cultivation, and Li Weiguang ordered them to be killed by star destroyers from thousands of miles away!

Because of this understanding, Li Weiguang became increasingly disdainful of these alchemical practices.

The two men behind him who had reached the Dan level were also subdued by him through a combination of persuasion and coercion, and became his guards to ensure his safety.

What's the use of martial arts if you don't reach the Gang Jin level?

He's just a high-level thug; he can be easily controlled!

Hearing that Ye Li's cultivation level was comparable to that of the Core Formation Realm, he was already prepared to see Ye Li make a fool of himself.

The sheer terror of being locked onto by a starship was something that Master Baodan could sense but could not escape. That feeling of horror and helplessness was one of Li Weiguang's pleasures.

For example, the two True Immortals who had attained the Elixir of Heaven behind Li Weiguang.

Even though they had experienced it many times, they still looked slightly uneasy because they were also within the attack range.

With just a glance from Li Weiguang, or the slightest movement from Ye Li, a thunderous attack would strike.

This was certainly not Li Weiguang's intention to die together with others; it was merely a threat.

He indicated that he could kill Ye Li at any time if he wanted to, and hoped that Ye Li would be appreciative.

In Li Weiguang's eyes, this so-called Qi and Blood Network was nothing more than a minor technique.

No matter how much Ming Jin, An Jin, Hua Jin, and Bao Dan are cultivated, it's still no match for foreign guns and cannons!

Li Weiguang waited patiently.

He believed that any wise person, faced with the lock-on of two Daoist masters and a star destroyer, would know what to choose.

But he's going to be disappointed!

"Threaten me with guns and cannons?"

As Ye Li sensed the advanced technology and weapons in the distance, he couldn't help but chuckle to himself, feeling as if a child was pointing a water gun at him.

If technology is useful, why would he need to practice martial arts?

His expression remained unchanged, and he spoke under Li Weiguang's slightly changed gaze:

"I'm sorry to disappoint Vice Minister Li, but my qigong technique is something that ordinary people cannot learn; only I can use it."

"As for the blood and qi network, as the deputy minister said, it is best for me to keep it to prevent it from falling into the hands of villains."

Li Weiguang stared intently at Ye Li, trying to find any trace of bluffing in the other's eyes, but all he saw was a bottomless calm.

"Is this guy really not afraid of death? Or is he not even at the 'Baodan' level yet, and therefore doesn't feel the threat of that cannon?"

Thinking this, he said in a cold voice:

"Mr. Ye, perhaps you should reconsider? There are hundreds of millions of compatriots across the land. If even one or two can master the skill, then even if something unexpected happens, the mantle of ours will not be lost!"

The group of cultivators around him had beads of sweat on their foreheads.

They could sense that the True Immortal of the Embracing Elixir, following Li Weiguang's change in attitude, was displaying increasing power, seemingly poised to attack at the slightest provocation, but...

"I refuse!"

Ye Li said calmly, "Deputy Minister Li, please leave."

Seeing Ye Li's insistence, Li Weiguang looked at the people around him and, instead of flipping the table, smiled again and slowly said:

"If Mr. Ye changes his mind, he can come to me at any time. In these turbulent times, one person can't stand alone. It's better to have a big tree to lean on for shelter."

After saying that, he waved his hand lightly and left under Bao Dan's protection. As he moved, two paths subconsciously parted around him.

As they watched him leave, all the martial arts masters secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Ye Li sensed the gazes of the crowd and could perceive subtle changes in their expressions.

Li Weiguang's attitude just now has subtly influenced some people.

After talking with the crowd that had gathered around him, Ye Li welcomed the martial artists who had reached the Transformation Realm into the courtyard.

As soon as he entered, Yang Guicang frowned and said, "Master Ye, that Li Weiguang is not someone to be trifled with. You must be careful."

"Oh, how so?" Ye Li asked curiously.

"Li Weiguang wields immense power in Tianjin, and he even has connections with Westerners, enjoying favors from both sides. Even the Chief of Staff has to give him some leeway!"

Zheng Yexiao, standing to the side, shook her head and sighed:

"Nowadays, technology is incredibly powerful. There are gene-enhancing drugs in the past and modern guns and cannons in the future. Before the Immortal Master's Blood Bank, there were also those who secretly used gene-enhancing drugs on their own clansmen who had no talent, and raised private soldiers."

Ye Li waved his hand dismissively and said, "I have some good news to tell you all during my seclusion these past few days. My power has greatly improved, and the effectiveness of my Qi and Blood Bank is no longer limited to the Tianjin area; it can now be extended to other areas."

……

Just as Ye Li was informing him about the arrangements he had made, Vice Minister Li, escorted by Bao Dan, had already returned to his office.

Inside the office, the British consul in Tianjin had been waiting for some time.

Upon seeing Vice Minister Li return, the blond-haired, blue-eyed man's expression betrayed his displeasure.

"Mr. Deputy Minister, it seems that my plan to give you a monopoly on the Qi and Blood Network has failed."

"Consul Charles, please don't worry. There were so many people around, and it was difficult for me to act in front of everyone. Please give me a little more time. I already have a plan."

In front of the British consul, Li Weiguang showed no arrogance as he did abroad; he leaned forward slightly, his face displaying only humility.

"What are you planning to do?" Charles pressed.

"I wonder if Consul Charles still remembers the Wu family?" Li Weiguang asked with a smile.

Charles thought for a moment, then remembered and said:

"Is it the Wu family that bought gene-enhancing drugs from me? I remember they still have dozens of doses left to be delivered this month."

"The Consul is right. On the surface, the Wu family is resisting the gene serum along with the martial arts world of Tianjin, but behind the scenes, they are secretly having their servants injected with it."

Li Weiguang smiled and said, "I just received news that the woman beside Ye Li has a deep-seated hatred for the Wu family. On my way here, she sent her servants to deliver a message, expressing her willingness to help us capture Ye Li alive."

"And what's the price, Deputy Minister Lee?" Charles asked.

"The Wu family patriarch wants to request consular technological support and, once the matter is accomplished, obtain a ticket to the Free Eagle Federation to enjoy the fragrant atmosphere on a remote planet."

Charles frowned slightly.

After he unleashed his powerful energy, the current situation in China has become somewhat sensitive, making it difficult for him to directly and openly attack Ye Li.

Otherwise, according to past public opinion, Ye Li would be directly detained in the police station on charges of endangering public order. If he dares to resist, it would be considered resisting arrest, and there would be plenty of ways to deal with it.

At this moment, faced with Li Weiguang's suggestion, Charles nodded after a brief moment of thought:

"Your demands are fine, but remember this is an internal conflict among you Chinese. You're fighting like dogs; don't drag us into it!"

Li Weiguang bowed his head and assured him, "Of course, this is an internal conflict within China; no one will look to the West!"

Charles nodded slightly, then asked, "I remember, according to your assessment, Ye Li's strength is at the Core Formation stage, right?"

"Yes, Consul Charles, that's equivalent to a Sequence 3 martial artist in the West. With the Wu family's strength, they couldn't capture him alive."

"In that case, I will send you a batch of my treasures, including a complete set of exoskeleton armor, flesh acceleration potions, time-space stabilizers..."

Charles's detailed descriptions caused Li Weiguang's breath to catch in his throat slightly.

Unlike starships that cause widespread destruction, these weapons, specifically designed to target and limit individual warriors, are extremely rare and expensive even within the government.

But there were a number of consuls in front of them who could be armed at will.

The fact that a single consul stationed in China could be as wealthy as a country made him feel even more gloomy about China's future, and he was glad he had made the decision.

After reading through the long list, Charles said calmly:

"That's all for now. After you get the weapons, familiarize yourself with them so that the person doesn't escape later."

"Thank you for your generosity, Consul. Once the matter is settled, I will certainly present you with the weapons and Ye Li in full."

Li Weiguang bowed deeply in utmost humility and thanked the consul, then respectfully saw him out of the office. He then turned to his subordinates beside him and said:

"Since our goal is the Qi and Blood Bank, we cannot allow it to continue to spread. We must immediately order those newspapers to stop promoting positive news about Qigong and denounce it as heresy."

"That way, even if that brat disappears afterward, we can use that as an excuse to say he was drugged and fled to avoid punishment."

One of his subordinates asked cautiously, "But those people in Tianjin who used the Qi and Blood Network..."

Li Weiguang's eyes flashed with ferocity as he said, "Of course, we'll cripple them all!"

"After killing Ye Li, secretly put some gene-enhancing drugs in the food of some Grandmasters of Internal Energy. When they realize that their path forward is cut off, they will think that this Qigong method and gene-enhancing drugs are two sides of the same coin."

"That little bastard, he doesn't know what's good for him, daring to offend me, Li Weiguang! I'll make him utterly disgraced and infamous for eternity!"

Li Weiguang acted with incredible speed, making threatening phone calls to major newspapers that very evening.

The next morning.

When the newsboys took to the streets, their cries were completely different from yesterday's:

"Look at the newspaper, look at the newspaper! A shocking reversal! The Qi and Blood Bank has been proven to be a scam."

The newspaper's editor-in-chief personally apologized, saying that the articles had previously been written by temporary staff and that serious rectification had been carried out!

"A martial arts master personally refutes the rumors, warning against Ye Li's fallacies and heresies!"

……

If before it was a battle of words between believers and skeptics, now it's a one-sided critique.

This claim about qigong directly reinforced the belief among those who were already skeptical and hesitant that they had been deceived.

"See! What did I tell you? It was a scam after all!"

"It's a good thing I didn't go to Tianjin. I almost believed that nonsense. Look, even the newspaper has apologized."

"This Ye Li is definitely suspicious; he might be sent by the foreigners to disrupt us!"

The entire nation of China began to despise this drastic shift in the wind.

But only in Tianjin, where Ye Li's base of operations was a group of people staring blankly at the contents of the various newspapers.

Apart from the local Tianjin Daily, all other newspapers switched their focus.

The problem is, they personally reached the Ming Jin level within a few days. How could they not know whether this Qi and Blood Bank was real or not, having used it themselves?

Various feelings of confusion, anger, and unease were brewing in the hearts of the people of Tianjin.

They couldn't understand why the newspapers were distorting the truth and disregarding the facts.

Unfortunately, China's communications are lagging behind, and newspapers are all under the control of the mainstream, leaving no channel for them to voice their opinions.

In the courtyard, Zheng Leyao angrily slammed the newspaper she was holding onto the table and said, "These people are shameless, spouting such nonsense!"

Ye Li's qi and blood had already subdued her entire family, and they simply couldn't tolerate this kind of blatant lying.

Pei Taoyu also looked indignant: "Senior, these people joining forces like this must be a conspiracy orchestrated by someone behind the scenes! I think it's that Vice Minister Li from yesterday!"

Seeing the two women's indignant expressions, Ye Li smiled instead.

"Manager Ye, how can you still be in the mood to laugh at a time like this!" Le Yao said with dissatisfaction.

"Don't worry, they're just some petty scoundrels."

Ye Li waved his hand dismissively, sensing the incense and prayer beads gradually receding into the distance with his divine sense.

One is speeding north, the other is heading to Shanghai.

Strike the snake at its vital spot. Once these two points are addressed, the current slander will be nothing more than a minor setback, easily reversed.

As for those who spread rumors behind the scenes...

Even without Pei Taoyu's reminder, Ye Li felt that it was most likely that Vice Minister Li.

They threatened to nationalize the country one day, and then immediately ordered all newspapers to boycott it.

Ye Li looked at the aura gathering above Pei Taoyu's head and said, "Taoyu, the time has come. You can start working on breaking through to the Transformation Realm. How are you learning the Transformation Realm incantation I taught you yesterday?"

"Reporting back to Senior, Momoha already understands!" the girl said solemnly.

Le Yao stared at Pei Taoyu beside her in astonishment, her surprise barely concealed.

"What's going on? Didn't he just break through to the Dark Force realm eight or nine days ago? How did he suddenly become a Transformation Force realm expert?!"

Keep in mind that she has only been cultivating for so long and has barely reached the mid-stage of Dark Force, yet Pei Taoyu is already preparing to break through to Transformation Force!

Ye Li smiled without saying a word, while thousands of miles away...

Inside the Wu residence, the head of the Wu family looked at the row of mechs in front of him, his eyes filled with undisguised greed.

Li Weiguang smiled faintly and said, "Senior Wu, this exoskeleton armor requires a Transformation Realm strength to fully control, and it contains a variety of matching weapon modules."

"Once activated, even a cultivator at the Core Formation stage would be powerless against it. Furthermore, it contains various weapons that will undoubtedly help you avenge your wrongs!"

"Afterwards, you can handle the Pei family girl. The consul has no other requirements except for Ye Li being alive."

Wu Zhongxian snapped out of his daze and spoke in a respectful tone:

"Deputy Minister Li, rest assured, as long as you leave us a way out afterward, we will definitely handle this matter properly."

"Outsiders will only know that my Wu family stole the weapons and killed Ye Li; it won't implicate you!"

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