Wizards begin with Occlumency.

Chapter 331 clamor

Ten years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Link has grown from a cute little boy into a handsome young man.

The number of secret disciples at the Bajiquan Martial Arts School has increased from the initial 8 to 26.

Senior Brother Shi Gandang, Second Senior Sister Yu Huiying, and Third Senior Brother Liu Zongquan successively obtained their master's permission to open branches of Bajiquan martial arts schools in other places to promote the Dao of Human Immortals and Bajiquan.

The fourth senior brother, the fifth senior sister, and the sixth senior brother are in charge of various martial arts schools scattered in different places, and they are constantly traveling around.

The one who truly stayed behind to lead the Bajiquan martial arts school in Fuli County was Linke.

As for the seventh senior sister, Li Sisi, after showing signs of early romance, she was forcibly sent back to her parents' home by her master's wife to further her studies at the Mingxin Sword Sect.

What infuriated the teacher's wife the most was that Li Sisi's early love interest was not her childhood sweetheart, her own disciple Lin Ke, but a male classmate from the provincial university whose family advocated mechanical reform and development.

Lin Ke, the eighth junior brother who once captivated Li Sisi with his extraordinary talent and rapid progress in the martial arts of the immortals, has transformed into what she calls a backward and conservative figure in less than half a year of study at the provincial university.

They're not as close as they used to be, they don't even want to exchange more than a few words.

It's as if getting even slightly close would taint you with the stench of decay, making you want to avoid it at all costs.

"Ke'er, don't worry about Sisi. I will definitely correct her wrong thinking."

After returning to Fuli County from his maternal home, the Mingxin Sword Sect, his master's wife immediately sought out Lin Ke and earnestly tried to persuade him, fearing that the increasingly outstanding Lin Ke might develop ulterior motives.

It should be noted that the Bajiquan Martial Arts School has been able to achieve such a good momentum of development over the past seven or eight years, thanks to the behind-the-scenes planning and strategies of Linke, who has gradually integrated into the school's family.

If Link were to be hurt by his daughter's rebellious and willful behavior, he would be at a huge loss.

Not to mention that the development of the martial arts school still requires Link's help.

Over the past ten years, his wife has come to regard Link as half a son and her chosen son-in-law.

Therefore, the teacher's wife attached great importance to Link's thoughts and ideas.

"Don't worry, Master's wife, I won't overthink things."

Despite his master's wife's well-intentioned advice, Link said he wouldn't want to put his master and his wife in a difficult position.

Moreover, Link really didn't have any feelings for his seventh senior sister, Li Sisi.

He's not a complete naive young man who falls for every pretty girl he sees.

"Just don't overthink it, just don't overthink it."

Hearing Link's calm statement, the teacher's wife felt somewhat disappointed.

Well, it seems her idea of ​​having Ke'er as her son-in-law is most likely going to fall through.

Not only did Sisi cause trouble, she was also very rebellious.

Judging from Lao Ba's appearance, he doesn't seem to have any intention of marrying Sisi.

"Okay, you go ahead with your work, I won't bother you anymore. Don't put too much pressure on yourself, get plenty of rest and take care of yourself."

The teacher's wife didn't say anything more about the topic. She glanced at the various books piled on the desk, as well as the martial arts theory manual that was half-opened, said a few words, and left Link's study.

After his teacher's wife left, Link pushed aside the manual, took out a stack of documents from the drawer, and began to read them carefully.

"These two are definitely not in love!"

After reviewing the personal and family information of Li Sisi's early romantic partner, Link muttered to himself, making a very certain judgment about Li Sisi's early romance.

Link has not wasted these past ten years; he has made great progress in all aspects.

First is the realm of Human Immortal Martial Arts.

The four realms of martial arts are: Qi Strength Realm, Condensation Realm, Unity Realm, and Void Realm.

After ten years of arduous training, and with his overflowing extraordinary talent, Lin Ke appeared to be a peak Ningzhen Realm martial artist, but in reality, he had already advanced to the late stage of the Guiyi Realm.

Within the entire Bajiquan martial arts system, only Master Li Shuwen, who is at the Void Realm, has a higher level of cultivation and combat power than Link.

The master's wife, who was in the middle stage of the Unity Realm, and the eldest and second eldest brothers, who were in the early stage of the Unity Realm, were no match for Link.

Looking at the entire Danyang County, Link can be considered one of the top martial arts masters.

Secondly, it is about their status and influence within the Bajiquan martial arts system and the martial arts world.

Master Li Shuwen is a typical martial artist. He is intelligent, but not very shrewd, and he has no patience for business.

Three years after joining the martial arts school, Link saw through some people and things and began to devise strategies to develop the school's influence and various industries.

Now, under Link's management, Bajiquan Martial Arts School has become the largest martial arts school in Danyang County, with comprehensive strength comparable to some sects and gangs.

In terms of industry, unlike most martial arts sects and schools, which are hostile to mechanical martial arts, they reject the increasingly lucrative development of machinery and technology.

Link actively promotes the industrial transformation of Bajiquan Martial Arts School, keeping pace with the times.

After seven years of operation, Bajiquan Martial Arts School has successfully accumulated substantial financial resources and a vast industrial system.

As the saying goes, "The nail that sticks out gets hammered down."

The rapid development of Bajiquan Martial Arts School naturally attracted the envy, covetousness, and suppression of some individuals and forces.

If you can't compete in the market, then switch to another track.

Some martial arts sects and schools, including some mechanical martial arts sects, have been provoking trouble and coming to challenge the sects.

In the previous years, the main force that dealt with the challengers was Master Li Shuwen, Senior Brother Shi Gandang, and Senior Sister Yu Huiying.

Once Link revealed his True Condensation Realm cultivation level, his master, Li Shuwen, began arranging for Link to spar with others.

Over three years, dozens of battles, and an undefeated record, Link made a name for himself throughout the martial arts world of Danyang County.

Both the Immortal Martial Arts Sect and the Mechanical Martial Arts Sect knew of the existence of Link.

The young hero Link's fame even spread to several counties surrounding Danyang County, such as Tianshui County.

Secondly, there is the intelligence system that has been built along with the construction of branch libraries and the expansion of the industry.

The extremely detailed information in Link's hands came from the intelligence network.

Finally, there's the question of how to restore his wizarding powers and how to pass this trial to help Iris Clark.

Despite being fully immersed in role-playing and the cultivation of immortal martial arts, Link will not forget the true purpose of this trip.

After extensive research and drawing on his own cultivation experience, Link believed that as long as he could break through the Void Realm and reach the legendary fifth realm of martial arts—the Divine Realm—he would be able to unlock his Sea of ​​Consciousness, knowledge, and witchcraft.

Link also had some guesses based on the way the test was conducted.

That is to win the World Martial Arts Tournament held eight years later and become the world's number one.

It overwhelms all martial artists in this world, whether they are human immortals or mechanical warriors!

Bringing his thoughts back to his seventh senior sister, Li Sisi, and her early romance.

Li Sisi's change in attitude towards him was too abrupt, and there were some suspicious aspects to the process of falling into early love.

Link will investigate this matter.

It was through Link's subtle probing that the master's wife discovered her daughter's abnormality and subsequently decided to send her to the Mingxin Sword Sect.

As a secluded sect, the Mingxin Sword Sect was built deep in the mountains, almost completely isolated from the world.

In this way, even if Li Sisi really falls victim to some evil tricks, there will be some buffer.

Link intuitively felt that Li Sisi's "puppy love" incident was just the beginning.

A clandestine force has set its sights on the Bajiquan Martial Arts School.

Regardless of whether the other party intends to undermine the reputation of Bajiquan Martial Arts School in order to attack Renxian Martial Arts, or to seize Bajiquan Martial Arts School's assets, Link cannot agree to it.

Putting aside the friendship that developed over ten years, just considering that the Bajiquan Martial Arts School could help him strive to become the world's number one martial arts school eight years later, Link must find out the truth about this matter and find out who is behind it.

Sitting idly by and waiting for death, or playing defense and counter-attacking, is not Link's style.

"Looks like I'll have to go to the provincial capital."

Link closed the document, muttered to himself, and made a decision.

If the mountain won't come to me, I'll go to the mountain.

The other party is hiding in the shadows, not daring to take any action openly.

What Link has to do is drag his opponent into the sunlight and kill him with one punch!

the next day.

After bidding farewell to his master and mistress, Lin Ke set off alone, taking a boat from Fuli County straight down to the provincial capital.

Link made no attempt to conceal his whereabouts.

All forces that pay attention to the movements of the Bajiquan Martial Arts Academy can know when Link leaves, when he boards the ship, and when he arrives at his destination.

If you want to do something, such as interception, it is extremely convenient.

"My lord, will Ke'er be in danger?"

Watching the sailboat sail away, the teacher's wife couldn't help but feel worried.

Even though Link is "mature beyond his years" and has a strong sense of self, how could one not worry after raising him by one's side for ten years?

"Don't worry, madam. Even if there is danger, it's not for Ke'er, but for those who can't resist jumping out to cause trouble."

Li Shuwen smiled faintly and spoke with full confidence.

"How so?"

The teacher's wife's beautiful eyes immediately fixed on Li Shuwen's eyes, eagerly seeking an explanation.

"Ke'er's strength should be greater than yours."

Li Shuwen secretly transmitted his words to his wife alone.

The teacher's wife looked around and indeed found quite a few suspicious-looking people on the dock.

Since Ke'er expanded her martial arts school, there have always been eyes and ears of other forces around it.

Seeing this, the master's wife didn't say anything more and pulled Li Shuwen back to the martial arts school.

If there's anything to say, you can talk about it quietly when you're alone together; it's more private and more honest.

the other side.

Link's journey went extremely smoothly, and no one was so blind as to jump out and provoke him.

The sailboat sailed into the provincial capital's dock at nightfall the following day.

"Junior brother, over here."

When the eldest disciple, Shi Gandang, learned that Link was coming that evening, he was quite excited.

Today, he even came to the dock in person to greet us.

"Senior Brother, it's been a long time."

Link disembarked, calmly walked through the crowded flow of people, and stood in front of Senior Brother Shi.

"Haha... It's been more than half a year. The last time we met was when you brought your seventh junior sister to study in the provincial capital."

Senior Brother Shi first laughed loudly, then his tone became somewhat complicated, and he sighed heavily, "Alas! It's my fault for not taking good care of Seventh Junior Sister, which led to this mistake."

"This matter has nothing to do with my senior brother."

Link said seriously, "Moreover, the truth of this matter is still unclear and needs to be investigated."

"Junior brother, you came to the provincial capital this time specifically to investigate this matter, right?"

Senior Brother Shi immediately followed up with a question.

"Exactly."

Link nodded slightly.

"If there's anything I can do to help you, just let me know."

Senior Brother Shi immediately expressed his opinion, then changed the subject and said, "However, there's no rush to investigate. Come on, let me treat you to a welcome feast."

As he spoke, Senior Brother Shi reached out and pulled Link towards the convoy waiting outside the platform.

Link didn't dodge; following Shi's movements, he walked towards the convoy of three cars that resembled Volkswagen Beetles.

The two got into the back seat of the middle car.

The convoy started and headed towards the most luxurious hotel in the provincial capital.

About half an hour later, the convoy entered the bustling city from the nearby suburbs and stopped in front of a brightly lit, glittering hotel.

The martial arts disciples who got out of the two cars separated the doorman who wanted to come forward to greet the guests.

"Master, we've arrived."

The young man in a smart outfit, sitting in the passenger seat of the middle car, opened the car door for the two brothers along with the driver.

"Come on, junior brother, you didn't come here last time. Let's try something new tonight and see the prosperity of the provincial capital."

Senior Brother Shi put his arm around Link's and walked into the hotel.

The lobby manager, who had noticed the commotion, was already waiting by the revolving door, a professional smile on his face, and said respectfully, "Mr. Shi, your reserved private room is ready. This way, please."

"Let's go, junior brother."

Shi first nodded slightly to the lobby manager, then beckoned to Link, whose eyes were darting to the west corner of the lobby.

"Okay, senior brother."

Link withdrew his gaze and followed Senior Brother Shi to the private room on the second floor.

He secretly muttered to himself.

Having just arrived in the provincial capital and before even beginning his investigation, the person he was investigating showed up at the hotel where his senior brother had given him a welcome dinner, and even waited in a corner, wanting to secretly observe him.

This is definitely not a coincidence.

The other party must have been tracking Link's itinerary all along.

However, he was still too inexperienced and failed to conceal himself properly, thus exposing himself prematurely.

With a thought, Link cast a mark from afar, which landed very subtly on the person hiding behind the pillar who was keeping watch.

He then stopped paying attention to the other person and focused on catching up with his senior brother.

People always change.

Especially after the dramatic changes in living environment and conditions.

The eldest brother has been running a martial arts school in the provincial capital for five years. Although he has not neglected his martial arts training, the bright lights and dazzling world of the provincial capital have become an obstacle to his further progress.

Master Li Shuwen had once reminded the eldest disciple of this point.

Link also subtly suggested whether he should open a martial arts school in a different location or return to Fuli County for a period of quiet cultivation.

The eldest brother neither evaded the topic nor withdrew from the provincial capital.

He believes that the dazzling world of the provincial capital is both an obstacle to the path of martial arts and a tempering ground.

As long as he stays true to himself and doesn't get swayed, he will definitely benefit greatly.

Thus, the eldest brother was allowed to continue to oversee the provincial capital.

The two brothers entered the private room, took their seats, and began their meal.

People who practice martial arts naturally don't drink much alcohol.

The "main course" that Brother Shi is treating Link to tonight is not a banquet.

A table full of delicious food was quickly devoured by the two of them.

The martial arts school disciples who accompanied them enjoyed good food and drinks in the two private rooms on either side.

"Junior brother, let's go..."

After wiping the grease from his mouth with a napkin, Shi was about to call Link to enjoy tonight's "main course".

Suddenly, someone burst into the private room, coming in aggressively.

The leader was a boy of seventeen or eighteen, dressed in a formal suit and leather shoes, wearing gold-rimmed glasses, and had an extremely refined demeanor.

His attitude was extremely hostile; he pointed a finger at Link and asked fiercely:

"Tell me, where did you hide Sisi?"

(End of this chapter)