Gou Zai Wudao Shicheng Dao

Passing through the streets and alleys, you'll find a fish market.

The workshop was filled with all kinds of fresh fish, and fishermen were processing their catch, the fishy smell mixed with the steam spreading out.

As soon as I entered the fish market, a gasp of surprise came from afar, the voice filled with envy and amazement.

"That Liang kid's finally figured it out! He caught a treasure fish in the Bai Cang River!"

"Liang Sanshui? That poor kid who fishes all day? He actually has this skill?"

"That's right! That's a treasure fish! Its flesh and blood are full of vital energy, a highly nourishing food! One treasure fish is equivalent to half a year's worth of our hard work!"

"The Liang family lad is about to have some good luck!"

..........

Fang Xia's heart skipped a beat, and she abruptly stopped in her tracks. "A treasure fish?"

His eyes narrowed slightly, a glint of shrewdness flashing within them.

These wondrous objects, imbued with the primordial energy of heaven and earth, are of great benefit to martial artists!

Looking in the direction of the sound, a large crowd gathered not far away.

Fang Xia quickly calculated in his mind: "Now that my skin has just been repaired, it is time to repeatedly temper and refine my skin and flesh."

If we could get help from this precious fish, we would definitely save a lot of hard work!

With twenty-eight taels of silver in hand, it should be enough to buy a precious fish.

The young man had dark skin and a strong physique. His eyes were piercing as he looked at the people who had gathered around him: "Gentlemen, my 'Great Azure Dragon' weighs a full twenty-one jin!"

If you can't afford it, don't join in the fun, so as not to waste everyone's time!

"A 21-pound large blue dragon?"

The crowd erupted in even greater uproar, but most people stopped in their tracks.

Only a few people, whose clothes and demeanor suggested they were not ordinary, surrounded them!

Liang Sanshui put down the fish basket and took out a large fish.

This fish was bluish-black all over, with smooth and shiny scales, and a stout body, about half the length of a person.

As the fish spread its fins, Fang Xia could faintly sense a fluctuation of vital energy.

It is the "Great Azure Dragon" that everyone is talking about!

Fang Xia stepped forward, his gaze landing on the Great Azure Dragon: "Great Azure Dragon? I'll take it. How much silver?"

The moment these words were spoken, the surroundings fell silent.

All eyes were on Fang Xia.

Everyone looked him up and down and saw that although he was still young, he had a calm demeanor and a reserved temperament.

He exuded a sharp aura of a martial artist, commanding respect without being angry.

A few whispers arose from the crowd, clearly recognizing him as a martial artist.

Upon seeing Fang Xia step forward, the others immediately stopped in their tracks.

They didn't want to offend such a young martial artist.

Liang Sanshui was also stunned; he hadn't expected that the person was a martial artist not much older than him.

Quickly concealing his fierce expression, Liang Sanshui became somewhat reserved: "Sir, this large blue dragon will cost at least twenty-five taels of silver..."

"make a deal."

Fang Xia paid the money readily without the slightest hesitation.

He felt no pain whatsoever.

For him, the twenty-five taels of silver were well spent because they could help him cultivate and become stronger.

Liang Sanshui took the silver, his hands trembling slightly.

He carefully tucked the silver into his pocket, then placed the large blue dragon into the fish basket and handed it to Fang Xia.

Fang Xia accepted the precious fish with great joy.

"Since we've met, it must be fate. Let's forge a positive connection."

Fang Xia looked at Liang Sanshui, pondering to herself.

This young man was young, came from a poor family, and had no martial arts skills to protect him.

Now that he has received twenty-five taels of silver, he could easily attract trouble in this chaotic outer city.

Having made up his mind, Fang Xia said, "Brother Liang, if you ever catch another treasure fish in the future, you can come directly to Sanyang Hall to find me. My surname is Fang."

As soon as he finished speaking, a low murmur arose around him.

"Sanyang Hall?!"

"It's actually a master from the Sanyang Hall!"

The expressions of those who had originally coveted Liang Sanshui changed slightly.

They took a few steps back without making a sound, and the greed in their eyes was quickly replaced by awe.

The name of Sanyang Hall is enough to deter villains in the outer city of Heishan County.

Liang Sanshui was also a quick-witted person, and he figured out Fang Xia's intentions in a short time.

With a "plop," he knelt down and kowtowed repeatedly to Fang Xia:

"Thank you, Master Fang! Thank you, Master Fang!"

I've got it! If I ever catch another precious fish again, I'll definitely deliver it to Sanyang Hall!

Fang Xia quickly stepped forward and helped him up, saying, "No need for formalities, it was just a small favor."

When you go fishing in the future, be extra careful. The county town is not safe these days, so don't flaunt your wealth easily.

"Yes, yes, yes! I will be careful!" Liang Sanshui nodded repeatedly, his face full of gratitude.

Fang Xia smiled, said nothing more, and turned to leave.

He carried meat in one hand and a fish basket in the other, along with a "big blue dragon".

.......

After leaving the Beizheng District Market, Fang Xia walked steadily forward, appearing quite composed.

They arrived home in no time.

The sun had not yet set, and its afterglow bathed the ground, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

He carried meat in one hand and a fish basket on his arm in the other.

Fang Xia walked into the courtyard.

In the courtyard, there were bamboo chairs, where Mother Han and Sister-in-law Ruan Linghe were weaving silk.

Han embroidered lotus patterns, while Ruan Linghe embroidered cloud patterns; both of them moved with practiced ease and gentleness.

Fang Xia watched this scene and inwardly sighed with admiration:

"My mother and sister-in-law's skills are truly exquisite."

Such embroidery would surely fetch a good price in the market.

"Second Brother!"

A clear, cheerful voice rang out, breaking the tranquility of the courtyard.

Fang Qiuwan saw Fang Xia first, her little face full of surprise, and she immediately ran to his side.

"Second Brother, you're back!"

Before Fang Xia could speak, Fang Qiuwan's gaze fell on the meat he was carrying, and her eyes instantly lit up.

"Wow! It's meat! Second brother, you bought meat?"

Without saying a word, Fang Qiuwan tiptoed and took the meat that Fang Xia was carrying.

Upon opening the lotus leaf package, one could see mutton, pork, and dog meat inside.

Fang Qiuwan's face was full of satisfaction, and she pouted, "Great! There's mutton! And pork too!"

Wanqiu can finally eat meat! Second brother, you're so good to me!

Seeing her younger sister's gluttonous expression, Fang Xia smiled, instantly dispelling all her fatigue.

Han and Ruan Linghe also stopped what they were doing and looked up.

Ruan Linghe looked at Fang Xia, her eyes flashing slightly.

She had practiced martial arts for many years, but had to give it up for some reason; however, her eyesight remained sharp.

At this moment, Fang Xia's aura was solid and restrained, and his steps were steady and powerful.

The sharpness between his brows was clearly a sign that he had achieved some success in his stance training and was about to step into the body tempering stage!

Han put down the silk thread in her hand and asked with concern, "Xia, why are you back so early today?"

"Did you train too hard at Sanyang Hall?"

His gaze fell on the meat in Fang Qiuwan's hand, and he asked in confusion, "Why did you buy so much meat?"

Although our family has some savings now, we don't need to be so extravagant."

Fang Xia smiled slightly, about to speak and announce the good news of his breakthrough in martial arts and his entry into the inner sect.

Unexpectedly, a look of joy flashed in Ruan Linghe's eyes, and she took the lead in congratulating Fang Xia: "Congratulations, Xia!"

"Having achieved minor success in stance training and successfully reached the Body Tempering Stage, this is truly a joyous occasion!"

Upon hearing this, Fang Xia nodded inwardly, realizing that her sister-in-law indeed had excellent judgment.

Fang Xia smiled and nodded, saying, "Sister-in-law is right! Today, I have made some progress in my stance training and entered the Body Tempering Stage, successfully joining the inner sect of the Three Yang Hall."

Moreover, Master Ning, seeing my diligence in cultivation, exempted me from tuition fees!

"What?!" Han was shocked, and tears welled up instantly, sliding down her cheeks.

"Great, great... Xia, you're so amazing! So amazing!"

When Fang Qing lost his arm, his martial arts foundation was completely destroyed, and the Fang family's fortunes almost collapsed.

Now that Fang Xia has broken through the Body Tempering stage and joined the inner sect of the Sanyang Hall, he is exempt from tuition fees.

Naturally, he was regarded by the Han family as the hope of the Fang family!

Ruan Linghe could not hide her excitement, and her eyes reddened slightly.

"Xia, this is wonderful! This is truly a joyous occasion!"

As an inner disciple of the Sanyang Hall, your status is extraordinary. If you cultivate diligently in the future, you will at least be able to pass the martial arts examination.

Our Fang family will never have to fear being bullied again!

She knew in her heart that after Fang Qing lost his arm, the Fang family lost its pillar.

Although she and Han had practiced martial arts, their skills were not high enough to protect the family.

Fang Xia's breakthrough is not only his personal achievement, but also the salvation of the Fang family.

As long as Fang Xia can cultivate steadily, he will eventually ascend the Inner Refinement Heavenly Ladder.

The Fang family will be able to establish a firm foothold in Heishan County!

Fang Qiuwan, carrying the meat, saw her mother and sister-in-law so happy, and she also grinned foolishly.

"Second Brother is the best! He's an inner disciple, so Wanqiu won't have to worry about being bullied anymore!"

Han wiped away her tears and a relieved smile appeared on her face: "A-Xia's breakthrough is something to celebrate."

"Let's stew this meat today and have a good meal, so Wanqiu can have a taste."

Ruan Linghe nodded with a smile: "Yes, since Sanyangtang has waived tuition fees, our family will be able to make a better living in the future."

"We won't be as poor as before, and we can save more money for Xia."