He transformed from a fierce tiger pillar into a martial saint.

Liang Qingfeng and the other two were still very happy.

After all, before they reached the Ming Jin level, they didn't interact much with these senior brothers.

After all, they were just martial arts apprentices! These senior brothers were already Ming Jin martial artists! They were from different circles.

Now that they have entered the Ming Jin realm, they have gradually gained the recognition of these senior brothers, and have even started to interact with them more, finally integrating into this small circle.

"At first, we were a little envious when we saw Senior Brother Shen recruit Chu Yang... but now we're not envious anymore!"

"After all, even Senior Brother Shen can make mistakes. He's only willing to gamble because he's wealthy and powerful. But betting always involves both wins and losses..."

"As all the senior brothers have said, the most taboo thing in the path of martial arts is to work in isolation; one must exchange ideas and verify knowledge. This Chu Yang probably gained the appreciation of the eldest senior brother and then Senior Brother Shen, and Master also gave him the highest treatment as a Ming Jin disciple. He's gotten arrogant..."

"We have finally integrated into the circle of Ming Jin disciples, and this is what stable interpersonal relationships are all about. Even if we are unable to reach the An Jin level in the future, these connections will still be helpful to us."

"However, if Chu Yang doesn't break through the hidden strength barrier, I'm afraid Senior Brother Shen's family will gradually reduce or even stop supporting him..."

Liang Qingfeng and the other two whispered among themselves.

Chu Yang did not go straight home, but instead went to the gate of the Shen family mansion.

The Shen family's residence was located in the most prosperous area of ​​the outer city.

The tall and magnificent lintel, the stone pillars carved with dragons and phoenixes, and the two huge stone lion sculptures at the entrance all demonstrate the status and power of the Shen family.

Two guards stood at the entrance, looking around with an air of authority.

Chu Yang, now a mid-stage Ming Jin martial artist, could immediately tell that although the two guards in front of him had not reached the Ming Jin level, they possessed hidden strength and were clearly martial artists.

"My lords, I am Chu Yang from Tiger Roar Martial Arts School. I have come to pay my respects to Senior Brother Shen Junhao."

Chu Yang cupped his hands in greeting.

Upon hearing Chu Yang's name, the two guards immediately lost all traces of their previous slight arrogance.

"So it's Young Master Chu. Our eldest son has already ordered that you be formally appointed as a retainer of the Shen family. Please don't address us as 'sir,' it's too much of a hindrance!"

The two guards bowed to Chu Yang and said this.

Subsequently, one of the guards led Chu Yang into the mansion.

This mansion has a five-courtyard layout, indicating it was definitely a large and prestigious residence.

At the bends and turns, artificial hills and streams were designed, and in one of the backyards, there was even a small river flowing through the outside of the wall.

Two fair-skinned, contented middle-aged men were fishing with fishing rods out of thin air. Next to them was a box of melon seeds, and two young maids were peeling the seeds for them and putting them into a box folded in gold paper.

There were also a few toddlers, around three to five years old, playing happily.

In short, it was a peaceful, free, and carefree scene.

Those people also glanced at Chu Yang occasionally, but they didn't find it strange.

Obviously, many people would come to visit the Shen family regularly, so it was a common sight.

Soon, led by the guard, they arrived at a side room.

"Our young master handles some family matters here during the day. I'll go in and inform him first."

After the guard finished speaking respectfully, he went inside.

soon.

Shen Junhao walked out with a big smile on his face.

"Haha! Junior Brother Chu, come inside and sit down!"

Chu Yang naturally obeyed Shen Junhao's arrangements.

Upon entering the room, one is greeted by a faint, pleasant fragrance, and the interior decoration is exquisite.

Two plump and beautiful maids stood beside Shen Junhao's desk.

Without Shen Junhao's arrangement, the two maids quickly prepared tea and water, and then obediently retreated to a side room.

Pushing open the door to the side room, before it was closed, one could see a large bed inside.

Shen Junhao pointed to the tea in front of him and said, "Junior Brother Chu, quickly try this freshly picked tea. This is the tenderest first picking, made by a woman in her prime, with her own tongue."

The aroma of the tea is truly exceptional, far surpassing that of ordinary tea.

Chu Yang picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and said, "Senior Brother Shen, this is indeed fine tea."

As they spoke, Shen Junhao took out the waist token belonging to the Shen family's honorary title and handed it to Chu Yang.

"Junior Brother Chu, with this waist token, you can travel freely throughout the Shen family compound, and the Shen family will naturally recognize your identity. This way, you can act more conveniently."

The waist tag was made of bronze, with the character "Shen" written on it and Chu Yang's name written on the back.

It has only been a little over a day since Chu Yang agreed to become a retainer of the Shen family, and Shen Junhao has already arranged for the production of this bronze waist tag, which shows that Shen Junhao is a quick-acting person.

Chu Yang put away his waist token, paused slightly, and said, "Senior Brother Shen, I have a favor to ask, and I hope you will consider it."

Shen Junhao raised an eyebrow: "Junior Brother Chu, tell me about it."

Chu Yang said, "I would like to retrieve all four portions of the medicinal liquid. Is that permissible?"

Shen Junhao let out a hearty laugh: "Junior Brother Chu, it's just a small matter. I thought you were going to talk about something difficult!"

"Just show this badge to our housekeeper and you can collect it all at once."

Hearing Shen Junhao's words, Chu Yang knew that the Shen family was very magnanimous in this regard and wouldn't interfere too much. As long as it was a nominal salary, they could receive it at will.

Chu Yang asked, "Senior Brother Shen, may I ask where you obtained this medicinal liquid?"

Shen Junhao was taken aback: "Junior Brother Chu, forgive my bluntness, but you already have eight doses of medicinal liquid at the martial arts school. My Shen family will provide you with four more doses, which is enough for you. There's no need to buy any more. Taking too much would be counterproductive."

Chu Yang nodded: "Thank you for the reminder, Senior Brother Shen. But... I have another brother who's risked his life for me. He's currently at another martial arts school. His family is quite poor, and he doesn't usually get enough medicine. He's also very proud and unwilling to ask for help from others."

"Because we know each other quite well, he was able to accept my help. He had helped me a lot in the past, and now that I have some ability myself, I thought I would help him in return."

Through the comments of Chen Shishi, Shen Junhao, and others, Chu Yang realized that the refining of the medicinal liquid did indeed take time.

The fact that he possesses the [Heavenly Evolution Diagram] allows him to rapidly and continuously refine medicinal liquids is completely beyond common sense and conventional.

This is my biggest secret, and I must never reveal it in the slightest.

Therefore, Chu Yang is telling this white lie now to protect himself and to give Shen Junhao a reasonable excuse.

Shen Junhao was quite relieved after hearing this.

After all, as a young master from a large family, Shen Junhao had come into contact with many people and had seen the temperaments of many people.

It's normal for some martial artists to be stubborn, aloof, and unwilling to ask for help.

Shen Junhao's eyes gleamed with approval: "Junior Brother Chu is indeed a man of great loyalty."

"How many portions do you need? My Shen family can arrange a few portions for you at cost price in the name of the family."

Chu Yang said, "He is now at the peak of Ming Jin and is accumulating strength in preparation for breaking through to An Jin in two months. He currently only has four doses of the medicinal liquid, and I would like to provide him with ten more doses."

Shen Junhao was also taken aback upon hearing this.