Chapter 17 Buying the murderer
Chapter 17 Buying the murderer
(ps: Chapter 17 has been rewritten)
Gradually adapting to the state of the Crane Shape Post, and observing that the trace of black air in the luck in the bronze mirror disappeared without a trace, Xu Qing felt somewhat at ease.
"It seems that this trace of black air is related to Zhao Bao and others. They are a bit threatening, but not much, which is consistent with the bronze mirror's evaluation of a trace of black air. In this way, my current martial arts value is really not weak." Xu Qing analyzed secretly and came to a conclusion.
In fact, it is not surprising. Even though he lacks practical experience, the Crane Shape Posture is mainly for strengthening the body. After it is perfected, it brings about an overall improvement in physical fitness.
It’s just like in martial arts novels, if one has a strong inner strength, even if he only knows ordinary boxing techniques like Taizu Changquan, he can still beat many ordinary people in the martial arts world.
Moreover, Xu Qing has another advantage, that is, his soul is much stronger than that of ordinary people, so his perception ability is very strong. He can easily detect the malice of ordinary people, and naturally avoid some close dangers.
"The Book of Rites, Zhongyong, mentioned that the way of utmost sincerity can predict the future. It can be seen that if you study hard, you may have the ability to foresee danger. This may be because reading nourishes the mind, and in my case, it strengthens the soul." Combining his personal experience, Xu Qing gained a new understanding of the original words in the book.
"But I only have less than three years left to live. Even if I improve my physical fitness, my life span still hasn't been extended. This shows that I may encounter a fatal disaster in three years. I have discussed this with my uncle before. This matter may be related to the extermination of the Xu family. However, the evaluation of the luck in the bronze mirror did not show any black air. Can you explain that this black air refers to the troubles that will be encountered in the near future?"
In fact, even if the bronze mirror is just like a system whiteboard and only provides its own status and information... Xu Qing can still extract a lot of useful content from this information. Even the appearance of black air in the luck can be regarded as a skill to predict danger.
The life span is too short, which can be seen as an almost impossible death disaster in the future.
These contents allow Xu Qing to plan himself further.
After pondering for a while, Xu Qing adjusted his breathing, lightly jumped up and kicked the tree trunk in front of him, and he easily climbed up to a very high position along the branches of the main trunk.
His figure is like a crane, swaying in the wind, so elegant.
This is a bit like a martial arts master.
Although the road ahead is difficult, he really likes the world today.
After having fun outside for a while, Xu Qing returned to the courtyard.
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"What's wrong? Is the medicine soup today wrong?" Zhou saw Xu Qing picked up the Siwu Soup and drank it all in one gulp, but soon frowned.
Xu Qing shook his head: "Aunt, you don't have to make four-substance soup for me for the time being."
"why?"
"Drinking this has no effect on me." Xu Qing replied softly.
"Ok."
After returning to the cabin to rest, Xu Qing felt a little melancholy.
It seems that he has to think of a new remedy.
Based on his current experience, combining medicine and martial arts is a more correct way to maintain health. However, he only knows a few tonic prescriptions, and it is not enough to just know the prescriptions, but also to understand medical principles.
His previous problem was simply a lack of nutrition.
Whether it is Siwu Decoction or Liuwei Dihuang Decoction, both are nourishing to the body.
In fact, he was no longer lacking in nutrition. The Four Substances Soup he had just taken had made him feel even hotter. With his soul's perception, he clearly felt that his body was a little unwell.
What’s more, all medicines are poisonous.
Siwu Decoction is no longer effective now, and continuing to drink it will cause a certain burden on the body.
"The training effect of the Crane Posture is mainly on the limbs. Even if I keep the heat in the torso, the effect is still not obvious. Moreover, my martial arts level is evaluated as 'training tendons'. At present, my bones and skin have indeed improved relatively little. This may be because the training method of the Crane Posture itself has limited benefits on them. In addition, taking too many drugs, detoxification is a problem, which involves kidney function and belongs to the level of training organs."
The human body is extremely complex. When you start exercising, the effects will be very obvious. As time goes by, you will have to put in a lot of hard work and effort to get even a little bit of effect.
But in theory, if every part of the body can be maintained and strengthened, and its regenerative ability can be enhanced, then it is indeed possible to extend the lifespan of the physical body and become a master or god in the eyes of ordinary people.
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…"My eldest brother went out to release the summer tax and has not returned yet. I don't know what's going on. The young man from Li Gong's family is about to take part in the county examination. Once he successfully obtains the title of scholar, with the support of Li Gong's family, he will definitely be able to encroach on many of our Zhao family's interests."
The influence of a scholar's title alone is actually very limited, but with the addition of an uncle who is a registrar, the situation is different.
This kind of identity cannot make one a local gentry, but there is still hope of becoming a local tyrant.
Unless you are too stupid.
The most difficult part of the Tongsheng examination is actually the county examination.
In a large county like Qingshui County, more than a thousand students take the county examination every year, but no more than fifty can pass.
However, the pass rate for the provincial examination after the county examination is normally between 20% and 30%.
The last stage of the Tongsheng exam - the "Yuanshi" - has a pass rate of 40%, sometimes even 50%.
Xu Qing has a relationship with Li Dianshi, who is a favorite of County Magistrate Wu. As long as Xu Qing's writing is acceptable, he will definitely not be stuck at the county examination.
Zhao Bao saw clearly that since Li Gongpu had no children now, all resources would definitely have to be used on Xu Qing.
He dismissed Xu Qing before the county examination, and Li Gongpu had no hope for the future.
By then, once their morale is gone, it will only be a matter of time before the Zhao family takes back the power of arrest and public security in the county.
After all, Li Gongyu's only backer is Magistrate Wu, but the Zhao family has other connections.
County Magistrate Wu will have to leave sooner or later.
Therefore, Zhao Bao wanted to deal with Xu Qing not only to vent his anger, but also to fundamentally solve the problems currently faced by the Zhao family.
"Brother Bao, we have found the people and can take action at any time." said a constable.
Zhao Bao: "Have you found out the other party's background?"
"A strong man passing by, after the task is completed, he will take the money and leave, and will never stay. And he doesn't know who we are. I contacted him through Du Laosan."
Du Laosan is the beggar leader in the south of the city. Relying on a group of beggars under him, he now lives in a courtyard with his own entrance and exit.
"How much does the other party want?"
"Thirty taels." The constable whispered.
"Thirty taels?" Zhao Bao frowned and said, "It's a bit expensive, but this matter is urgent, so give it to him. The day before the county exam, I will find a way to get Li Gongyu and the Guo brothers away. You can do it after the kid leaves. Remember, only break his legs, don't kill anyone."
A murder is a big deal and is difficult to cover up.
"promise."
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"Give these ten taels of silver to that man. Remember, don't mention me." The constable handed the silver to Du Laosan.
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"Xiaomi, tell that person that after the deal is done, he will get five taels of silver, and these three taels of silver are the deposit."
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"This tael of silver is a deposit. After the deal is done, there will be another tael." A young beggar threw silver to a middle-aged man who had been hungry for several days in a dilapidated temple.
(End of this chapter)