Text-based martial arts: A nighttime rendezvous with the gang leader's wife in a dilapidated te

What is the purpose of practicing martial arts?

Why did you enter "Martial Arts"?

Admittedly, Chen Xuan's previous choice was indeed in pursuit of the martial arts itself.

However, it must be said that he has never been the kind of person who hesitates.

The pursuit of martial arts itself is not just about the pursuit itself, but also about appreciating the scenery along the way...

Moreover, from a certain perspective, this can also be considered a form of "martial arts"!

Faced with this situation, it's clear that no normal man would tolerate it!

And what's even more obvious is that you're absolutely a normal man!

So, when Bai Zhiyun invited you to spar, you got angry, and then you attacked her.

[System Notification: Bai Zhiyun's favorability towards you has increased by 4. Current favorability: 70 (Mutual Affection)]

[The Bai Zhiyun before them showed not the slightest fear, but rather an unimaginable joy and interest!]

A major battle is inevitable!

Similarly, facing a well-prepared opponent, you recklessly allocated all your attribute points to your constitution!

This time, you are completely different from the person you were before!

[As it turns out, and indeed it is, compared to when you were in the ruined temple, you not only have the courage to fight, but also the 'strength' to fight!]

Of course, as you know, even if your opponents are close in age, their skill levels and expectations can vary greatly!

[But when facing you, a newcomer to the world, Bai Zhiyun appeared extremely composed.]

Although her hands trembled slightly at times, it proved that she was nervous and cautious in the face of this long-awaited battle.

She wasn't afraid of the gossip and stares that would follow if she were discovered; she was afraid that if she appeared too strong at this moment, would you surrender before the battle even began?

Therefore, at the very beginning of the battle, neither of you showed a significant difference in strength.

However, as the battle intensified and you gained momentum, you underestimated the strength of your opponent!

[Bai Zhiyun's refined internal energy, accumulated over more than ten years, is something you, a novice who only knows how to act rashly, absolutely cannot resist or contend with!]

Fortunately, this isn't a life-or-death battle!

Bai Zhiyun seemed to have anticipated all of this. Between sparring and battles, she gently instructed you on when to unleash your full power and when to hold back for the next attack, fulfilling the responsibility and duty of a senior figure in the martial arts world!

[In fact, this knowledge is even more comprehensive than what you knew before. If you weren't lacking in profound skill and inner strength, you're confident you could have done even better!]

Under such hands-on guidance, you finally realize that Bai Zhiyun is teaching you an incredibly profound and wondrous technique!

[System Notification: You have learned the extraordinary art 'Bedroom Arts', Current Level: Level 1 (1%)]

Under Bai Zhiyun's tutelage, you have become increasingly skilled, but your technique and actual strength are still lacking.

[With a single move, you were defeated and have no strength left to resist!]

Bai Zhiyun, seemingly unconcerned, gently reached out to straighten your clothes, which were slightly disheveled from the battle.

Looking at this unfamiliar yet familiar Third Madam, how could you, a proud man by nature, tolerate being bossed around in such matters!

Although Bai Zhiyun's guidance was very insightful and her attitude was extremely gentle, you still have your pride!

[You brought out the precious elixir you personally refined this morning!]

You didn't expect we'd need this so soon!

But you don't care!

[For a novice alchemist, you already have a thorough understanding of the 'Yang-Boosting Pill'!]

Although its grade isn't high, its effects are quite remarkable, and most importantly, it has no side effects!

It won't cause any harm to your own body!

Therefore, once you were refreshed, you began a second round of sparring with Bai Zhiyun.

You never imagined that the first person to try your hand at refining elixirs would be yourself!

[And seemingly to indirectly prove that Cao Qing's judgment was indeed excellent, although this was only your first attempt at refining pills, its effects were better than expected!]

This time, Bai Zhiyun was finally unable to boss you around during the sparring match. In her hasty responses, she occasionally revealed some weaknesses, which you seized upon!

[Until this exhilarating battle ended, the two sides were barely evenly matched!]

[System Notification: Bai Zhiyun's favorability towards you +10, current favorability: 80 (Harmonious Union)]

You smiled and let out a long sigh.

I glanced at the sky outside; it was probably already past 3:45 AM.

[You know you promised Cao Qing. The allure of this gentle embrace may be tempting, but you've never forgotten your true purpose in entering the martial world!]

Your movement made Bai Zhiyun open her eyes. Her previously dazed eyes were now somewhat confused.

"Chen Lang, are you leaving?"

You nodded without the slightest hesitation.

"Yes, I told my husband I would go back. If I don't, he'll worry and become suspicious..."

"Hehe..." Bai Zhiyun seemed to know Cao Qing's personality and didn't stop him. Instead, she blinked and asked, "Then... Chen Lang, will we have another chance to spar in the future?"

You gave a light snort: "We'll see how you do!"

Bai Zhiyun wasn't annoyed. She just watched with a smile as you forced a tense expression but then hurriedly walked away, finally bursting into laughter.

The anger and frustration from before vanished completely in that moment, and you drifted into a deep sleep just as you were about to leave the room.

[You leaned against the wall and followed Bai Zhiyun's directions to the back door, exiting the Star-Picking Tower.]

[System Notification: You have completed the adventure 'Beauty's Short Life'! You have gained +800 potential points.]

[Current Adventure Grade: Mystic]

[System Notification: You have completed the adventure 'Loneliness in the Boudoir'! You have gained +300 potential points.]

[Current Adventure Grade: Mystic]

[The adventure is completed together, and the ending is summarized as: repaying each other with one's body!]

[Other serendipitous encounters and gains: Depending on your affinity level, you can continue to discuss 'martial arts' with Bai Zhiyun in the future, and you can freely make corresponding requests within the corresponding affinity range!]

[Current Potential Points: 2629]

You smiled.

Tonight's gains have far exceeded your expectations!

[Besides this good fortune with a woman, this potential point also allows me to continue discussing martial arts with Bai Zhiyun and make some reasonable requests!]

This means that you can say you have firmly established a foothold in Jinling City.

However, you didn't get carried away; instead, you checked the pestle in your arms again.

With this, you won't arouse too much suspicion when you go back to find Cao Qing!

Meanwhile, as you walked along the nearly deserted streets of Jinling City, you secretly pondered your next words.

After thinking it over for a moment, your steps became a little lighter.

[Hmm... lightly leaning against the walls on both sides of Jinling Street.]

Fortunately, you've redistributed your attributes to Strength and Agility, which has significantly increased your speed.

Finally, you saw the small pharmacy at the east gate of Jinling City. You breathed a sigh of relief, crossed the pharmacy, and not far away was the east gate of Jinling City.

Thinking of this, you prepared to take out the Shen family token, which represented Cao Qing's identity, from your pocket.

However, just as you passed the pharmacy, suddenly, two cold fingers gripped your throat.

With just a little force, your throat can be snapped in an instant, killing you instantly!

The threat of death instantly enveloped your entire body!

At this moment, you finally see clearly who is behind those two fingers!

[It was none other than Cao Qing, his face clouded with gloom!]

His wrinkled face, illuminated by the moonlight, resembled that of a demon, staring at you calmly yet with an utterly cold demeanor.

"Hey kid, where have you been? Who are you anyway?"

[At this moment, you sensed that if you uttered even half a word incorrectly, the old man before you would end your life without hesitation in the next second!]