Complete one practice method every day

The temptation was immense, but Chen Yue suppressed the impulse.

Origin points are too precious and difficult to obtain. If you really want to use them to enhance proficiency, you should wait until you have mastered the Tiger Roar Golden Bell Shield to the minor or even major level before using them to maximize their value.

Chen Yue suppressed the pounding in his heart and began to absorb and digest the other insights gained from tonight's settlement, especially the faint understanding he had about the basics of the Breath Concealment Technique.

This technique will help him better conceal his aura, giving him an extra layer of protection in the upcoming turmoil.

The following day, Chen Yue, led by a servant of the Chen residence, met Lin Quan, who had also been brought to the residence for resettlement.

Lin Quan appeared to be in relatively good spirits, but a lingering worry was evident in his expression.

He told Chen Yue that, after discussions between the head of the family and Miss Yu Qing, for their safety, the two of them would be staying at the Chen residence for a period of time until the external threats were completely resolved.

As they were talking, a middle-aged man wearing a blue robe and with three long tufts of beard walked over slowly, accompanied by a child.

Upon seeing this man, Lin Quan smiled and introduced him to Chen Yue: "Chen Yue, this is Alchemist Chen Zhige. He is the foremost alchemist in my Chen family, with superb skills."

Chen Zhige?

Chen Yue's heart stirred, and he cupped his hands in greeting: "Junior Chen Yue greets Alchemist Chen."

Chen Zhige glanced at Chen Yue with indifferent eyes, and simply nodded slightly: "Elder Lin, you are too kind. This must be young friend Chen? At such a young age, you are already skilled in refining Blood-Activating Pills. Not bad."

Despite this, Chen Zhige's eyes showed little emotion. The Blood Activating Pill was ultimately just a basic pill, and he had mastered it completely in just a short time back then.

After exchanging a few brief pleasantries with Lin Quan about the recent trivial matters of the alchemy room and medicinal herbs arranged in the manor, Chen Zhige left gracefully with the young boy, his demeanor composed, full of reserve and aloofness.

After Chen Zhige had walked away, Lin Quan whispered to Chen Yue, "This alchemist Chen is a bit aloof, but his alchemy skills are truly remarkable. He personally refines most of the pills needed for Bone Forging Realm martial artists."

"From now on, while we are both in the same household, if you have any questions about alchemy, you may seek my guidance when the opportunity arises, but please remember to maintain proper boundaries."

Chen Yue nodded in realization. The person who could refine the pills needed for the Bone Forging Realm must have an extraordinary status and skill.

He only knows how to refine blood-activating pills, so in the eyes of others, he is probably no different from an apprentice.

Chen Yue had a relatively leisurely three days.

Perhaps the Chen family was considerate of his still-unrecovering shock, or perhaps they were too busy with household affairs to attend to it, but no one came to urge him to refine the Blood-Activating Pill.

This suited him perfectly, and Chen Yue devoted all his time to cultivation.

The Tiger Roar Golden Bell Shield technique progressed slowly but steadily; the Fleeting Shadow Technique was refined; the Breath Concealing Technique was studied and initially practiced; and the formula for the Poison Avoidance Pill was repeatedly deduced...

His cultivation level and experience bars for various skills, displayed on the panel, steadily increased thanks to his tireless efforts day and night.

It wasn't until the afternoon of the fourth day that Chen Yue's door was gently knocked on.

The door opened, revealing Chen Yuqing and her maid, Xiao Cui, standing outside. Chen Yuqing was still dressed in her simple, moon-white dress, her expression calm. Xiao Cui followed behind her, her gaze sweeping over Chen Yue's face with her usual scrutiny, a slight pursing of her lips.

"Manager Chen, please come in." Chen Yue stepped aside.

The two entered the room. Chen Yuqing's gaze swept over the simple interior before finally landing on Chen Yue. He said, "Have you been comfortable staying at the manor these past few days? If you need anything, please let me know."

"Thank you for your concern, Manager Chen. Everything is fine, and there is nothing that needs to be adjusted," Chen Yue replied with a smile.

Chen Yuqing nodded, stopped the pleasantries, and got to the point: "The turmoil outside is still ongoing, but the pharmacy's business cannot be allowed to stagnate for long. From today onwards, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble Master Chen to start refining the Blood-Activating Pill again."

The medicinal herbs will be delivered later, and the alchemy furnace is already prepared in the front courtyard alchemy room.

Chen Yue nodded, his expression unchanged: "I understand, the daily dose of twenty Blood Activating Pills will be completed."

"It's not twenty pills a day."

Xiao Cui couldn't help but interject, "It's twenty-five! The young lady told you that at the pharmacy last time, have you forgotten?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Yue's brows twitched almost imperceptibly.

He raised his eyes, looking directly at Chen Yuqing, and calmly asked, "Manager Chen, regarding the secret manual we mentioned last time... is there any follow-up?"

Xiao Cui was so angry that her cheeks puffed up when she saw that Chen Yue was ignoring her and only talking to the young lady.

Chen Yuqing did not answer immediately. She looked at Chen Yue, and after a moment, she slowly took out four books of different thicknesses from her wide sleeves and gently placed them on the table between the two of them.

"I pleaded with the head of the family, explaining that the world is in chaos and it's always good to have more means of self-protection."

Chen Yuqing's voice was calm and emotionless. "The patriarch, considering your recent fright and your efforts for the pharmacy, has finally agreed to grant you a cultivation technique as encouragement."

Chen Yuqing pointed to the four manuals on the table: "However, twenty-five Blood Activating Pills every day is the minimum, not a single one less. Moreover, you can only choose one manual from here."

Chen Yue looked at the four manuals Chen Yuqing had placed on the table, but did not immediately reach for them. Instead, he looked up at Chen Yuqing and asked, "Manager Chen, what are the focuses of these four manuals? What are their approximate grades? This will give me a better idea of ​​what to choose from."

Chen Yuqing seemed to have been prepared, and with a flick of his wrist, he pointed to the four manuals in turn, introducing them in a calm voice: "These four techniques are all of a higher grade than the 'Mountain-Turning Technique,' and are quite practical foundation-building martial arts from my Chen family's collection. This one..."

She pointed to a rather thick booklet. "Treading on snow without leaving a trace is a movement technique, skilled in light and agile movements. 'Treading on snow without leaving a trace' is just a description, but when mastered to a high level, it does indeed have unique advantages in navigating complex terrain. This book..."

Chen Yuqing pointed to a thin booklet, "The Nourishing Vitality Technique is a mental cultivation method, mainly focused on nourishing the Qi and blood, stabilizing the foundation, and cultivating a balanced and harmonious internal strength that is beneficial for longevity. This book..."

Chen Yuqing then pointed to the oldest book with the oldest cover, "Mountain Moving Strength is an external martial art, specifically for improving one's strength. It requires specific medicinal baths to strengthen the muscles and bones during practice. Progress may be slightly slower, but it provides a solid foundation and significant increases in strength. This is the last one."

Chen Yuqing paused, then pointed to the last book, "Stone-Splitting Fist is a fist technique. Its moves are fierce and violent, and its power is further increased when combined with Mountain-Moving Force. Which one do you want?"

Chen Yue did not answer immediately. His gaze slowly swept over the four manuals, as if he was comparing them carefully.

After a moment, Chen Yue looked up at Chen Yuqing and said with a smile, "Manager Chen, I am not very knowledgeable, and it is really difficult for me to choose based on the titles and descriptions alone. Could you allow me to browse through all four manuals to understand their general approach and essence before making a selection?"