Chapter 8 He Understands Three-Dimensional Defense

Wang Sheng really became a martial artist within a month.

Li Wenguang would never have believed it had Wang Sheng not been holding a millstone weighing over 200 pounds in his hands.

If becoming a martial artist was so easy, then everyone on the streets would be one.

Previously, when offering the Tiger Bone Ointment, his son Li Yongfeng had said it was an investment. If Wang Sheng became a martial artist, the investment would have paid off big time.

In fact, the situation was just Li Yongfeng consoling them.

The family never truly considered Wang Sheng could succeed; they were prepared for the ointment to be a total waste.

But now, their son's words had turned prophetic.

Seeing Li Wenguang stunned, Wang Sheng put down the millstone and stuffed the cloth bag back into Li Wenguang's hands.

"Uncle Li, you should take this money back to the fellow villagers; I guess I won't be needing it for now!"

Li Wenguang was surprised for a moment and then laughed, saying, "Not needing it is good, not needing it is very good!"

Not needing it meant Wang Sheng wouldn't have to risk leaving home.

"Yes, Uncle Li, you can be at ease, go back first. I think the Sun Family will be arriving here soon!"

Upon mention of the Sun Family, Li Wenguang's expression instantly changed.

In Qingshan Village and Lijiang Town, the Sun Family's "reputation" was even stronger than that of the official authorities.

Li Wenguang couldn't possibly say he wasn't worried about being affected, as Wang Sheng was a martial artist, but they were not.

Thinking about Wang Sheng's situation, Li Wenguang somewhat apologetically nodded his head and then turned and left.

After Li Wenguang had left, Wang Sheng moved all the chrysanthemums to the front door and continued practicing Ba Duan Jin.

If the Inner Core Skill was the Foundation Method, Ba Duan Jin was an indispensable cornerstone of his cultivation.

Thus, every minute had to be utilized; this was self-discipline.

Roughly an hour had passed when two robust figures entered Qingshan Village.

Seeing the Xuan Bird emblem on their clothes, all the villagers kept their distance.

It was said that the Sun Family was a branch of the Yanzi Clan, which took the Xuan Bird as their totem and hence used the Xuan Bird emblem as their family crest, a testament to their ambition to become a truly powerful and prestigious family.

Even the family members who came out to receive goods wore clothes bearing the family emblem.

Observing that all the villagers avoided them, a smug look appeared on the faces of the two robust figures, who were actually just insignificant servants of the Sun Family. However, given the Sun Family's overwhelming influence, few people would deliberately provoke even their servants.

Over time, some of the servants began to believe this influence was their own, perfectly exemplifying the phrase "A dog taking advantage of its master's power."

The individuals who had arrived were named Li Da and Li Er, responsible for collecting chrysanthemum medicine material from the village, a job they had done for a long time.

"Big brother, do you think that kid has gathered 500 pounds of dry chrysanthemums?"

"He'd be surprised if he did. The whole village's chrysanthemum stock was destroyed by the Flood Dragon passing through; there's no way he could've gathered it all in a month."

"Haha, he's doomed no matter where he goes!"

"Who's to blame? That kid has a pretty face, hahaha!"

Li Da laughed loudly as well.

Both were not good people; having seen Wang Sheng's handsome face before had already made them uncomfortable, not to mention that he had caught the eye of the Sun Family's brothel manager.

What was once a good appearance had instantly turned into a misfortune.

How could they not delight in another's misfortune, happy to see someone better off suffer?

After laughing, Li Er said, "Big brother, do you think that kid named Wang Sheng will resist? You know, falling into that place, regardless of gender, means you're trapped for good; no man can bear it!"

"Resist? How could a commoner dare to resist the Sun Family? Even if King Yan himself showed up today, he would have to follow us; master's orders must be completed."

As arrogant as they were outside, they were equally submissive when facing their masters— The master can't be arrogant, and we can't be arrogant to you commoners?

However, when they reached Wang Sheng's doorstep, they were completely dumbfounded.

The huge pile of chrysanthemums intended for medicinal use simply stung their eyes.

Being servants of the Sun Family specifically tasked with purchasing chrysanthemums, they could tell at a glance whether it was sufficient.

This pile of dried chrysanthemums was packed according to the Sun Family's requirements, and it was definitely enough.

But how had Wang Sheng managed to gather it all?

Wang Sheng had also noticed the two men and approached them, saying, "You two are from the Sun Family to collect the chrysanthemums, right? This is what I need to deliver this time, five hundred jin. You can check if it's enough, and if not, I have some more in my house."

The two men looked at each other, their faces unable to hide their embarrassment.

They had assumed that Wang Sheng wouldn't be able to gather enough, so they hadn't even brought a cart to transport the herbs or scales to weigh them.

Now, empty-handed, how could they verify and transport the chrysanthemums?

Most crucially, their visit wasn't for the chrysanthemums at all, but to take Wang Sheng away.

Now that there was a shipment—

Li Da subtly glanced at his younger brother, and Li Er instantly understood the implication.

"Let us verify the goods!"

Li Er stepped forward and glanced over the chrysanthemums arbitrarily.

"At least forty percent of these chrysanthemums do not meet the standards."

After stating this, Li Er ceased speaking, maintaining a strictly business-like demeanor.

Li Da then sneered, "Wang Sheng, you heard him. My brother has been collecting chrysanthemums for over a decade and he wouldn't mistake them. You'd better just come with us obediently and not force us to get rough. If we ruin that pretty face of yours, we'll be the ones punished!"

Wang Sheng's worst fears were coming true.

Regardless of whether or not the Sun Family's brothel manager specifically required his presence, the underlings might force him to go to ingratiate themselves with their superiors.

It's easier to deal with the devil than his minions, that was the situation.

Thus, learning martial arts from the start was the best choice.

"Are you certain that it's the quality of this batch of chrysanthemums that doesn't meet the standards?"

With his skill level in "Chrysanthemum Planting: Breakthrough +1 (96%)", wasn't he clear about the quality?

"Of course, do you doubt my brother's judgement?"

Li Da's gaze turned fierce, and Li Er also showed signs of discontent at just the right moment.

It's safe to say, having worked for a family like the Sun Family for over a decade, they knew how to act.

Wang Sheng sighed and said, "Does that mean there is no room for discussion? How about calling your manager to have a look? What if you are wrong?"

"Kid, are you looking down on my brother? Who do you think you are to want to see the manager? I advise you to just come with us quietly, or else, the Sun Family isn't as easy to talk to as we are."

Blustering with borrowed authority, eh? They were good at that.

"What if I say I'm not willing?"

"Then don't blame us for not being polite!"

As they said this, Li Da and Li Er moved in closer, ready to get physical.

Seeing this, Wang Sheng internally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Finally, time to fight!"

See clearly, ah, it was them who started it first. He had been "swallowing his anger", just for this moment.

He needed to avoid any potential trouble, the Sun Family might be unreasonable, but he must be… his strength simply wasn't enough yet…