I Have A Qi Fortune Altar

Chapter 89: Chapter 89 Energy Introduction Technique
 

“Energy Introduction Technique…”

Chen Yuan’s gaze flickered slightly, as he had come across such records within the County Government.

Indeed, it required Merit to exchange for, and not a small amount at that.

If one were to carry on in an ordinary manner, it would probably take decades to accumulate enough.

However, for an arrest officer, it was not that difficult.

But…

Chen Yuan did not desire such commonplace Cultivation Techniques; he hoped the Qi Fortune Altar could guide him to a suitable one.

Yes, suitable.

After a few chances, Chen Yuan had roughly grasped the patterns by which the Qi Fortune Altar guided him.

Whether it was the Vajra Glaze Body or the Marrow Cleansing Spirit Pearl, both gradually progressed step by step, pushing his cultivation, or like the Blood Evil Saber, which was not far off.

Chen Yuan was in urgent need of a Qi Refining Technique; if his guess were correct, the next time he sacrificed to the Qi Fortune, it might guide him to a Cultivation Technique.

Of course, this was merely a vague guess and not precise.

Up till now, the Qi Fortune Altar was still an inanimate object, without any spirit wisdom, leaving Chen Yuan puzzled about its origins.

“This old man does have an Energy Introduction Technique in hand, but it’s not much different from the one in the County Government. If you need it, this old man can give it to you.”

“However, you must know that the more karma you and I accumulate, the more you must fulfill what you’ve promised me, otherwise it will leave flaws in your heart,” said Zhao Nanshan in a low voice.

Senior Zhao, the karma between us is already deep enough, rest assured, as long as I have the strength in the future, I will certainly help you take revenge,” Chen Yuan earnestly said.

“Hmm… if possible, help me obtain the Spiritual Objects needed to repair meridians as well,” Zhao Nanshan said gravely.

Compared to taking revenge, helping him recover was equally important.

Chen Yuan glanced at Zhao Nanshan and said solemnly,

“I will do my best to help Senior Zhao find them, but as for the Energy Introduction Technique in your hands, please keep it for me for now.”

If it turned out that there weren’t any better options, using Zhao Nanshan’s technique to make a breakthrough was also feasible; he could always change Cultivation Techniques later if needed.

“Good…”

Zhao Nanshan smiled, understanding that Chen Yuan had other options at hand, and that his own Cultivation Technique was merely a backup.

After that, Zhao Nanshan stood up,

“Since you want to learn Dark Force, earlier is better than later, let’s start today.”

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Having spent half a day at the Sanhe Boxing Club, Zhao Nanshan imparted all his knowledge of Dark Force, allowing Chen Yuan to grasp some tricks and get a quick start. Although he was not yet ready to confront enemies, he wasn’t far from it.

Having succeeded in cultivating Dark Force, Chen Yuan had gained another significant card up his sleeve.

After bidding Zhao Nanshan farewell, Chen Yuan left with Wang Ping.

During his cultivation, Wang Ping had been exchanging martial arts experiences with Guo Xu at the boxing club. Guo Xu, being older, had more strength and experience than Wang Ping, having been taken under Zhao Nanshan’s wing.

To instruct him was more than sufficient.

Of course, most importantly, Guo Xu also enjoyed visiting brothels. The two of them had held a cordial and friendly conversation about the many ladies in Ping’an County, leaving Wang Ping exclaiming that he must accompany Guo Xu on a visit one day…

“What are you doing?”

As they left the Sanhe Boxing Club, Chen Yuan glanced at Wang Ping, who was incessantly drawing his sword, and asked with a frown.

Could it be cultivation?

It didn’t seem so.

Hearing Chen Yuan’s voice, Wang Ping hurriedly looked up and raised the sword he was carrying,

“Brother Yuan, this sword that the Arrest Room has provided me with seems a bit…”

“What’s wrong with it?”

“It’s a bit unstable, the sword and the scabbard don’t seem to match. Did someone insert the wrong sword? Can we exchange it for a new one when we get back?”

“The standard-issue long swords at the County Government are all uniform, so even if they got mixed up it wouldn’t be much of a problem. Let me have a look…” Chen Yuan reached out his hand.

Wang Ping hurriedly handed the long sword to Chen Yuan.

“Swoosh… Swoosh…”

After drawing it a few times, Chen Yuan casually tossed it back to Wang Ping, saying,

“There’s nothing wrong with the sword.”

Wang Ping caught the sword, feeling as if Brother Yuan’s words contained some deeper meaning.

But upon reflection, he couldn’t figure it out.

County Government.

Chen Yuan returned to the Arrest Room and took out the gifts from those three men today, one by one. Although the Jade Bracelet was quite valuable, it was of little use to him.

What aroused his interest was the Yellow Jade Pill given by Huang Wenxuan.

Like the Blood Essence Pill, this object was very suitable for the cultivation of Martial Artists at certain levels, while the Tiger Bone Pill was universal and could be used from Skin Refining to Bone Refining.

However, frequent use might lead to drug resistance.

Previously, Chen Yuan had consumed a large number of Tiger Bone Pills and estimated that the effect of refining them now would probably be only half of what it was before. After thinking it over, he tossed the porcelain bottle containing the Tiger Bone Pills to Wang Ping.

“Take it back and cultivate well.”

Wang Ping had done many things for him, and being rather trustworthy, Chen Yuan was naturally not stingy.

Inside were five Tiger Bone Pills, worth nearly sixty taels of silver, enough for Wang Ping to cultivate to Blood Refining.

“This… Thank you, Brother Yuan.”

Wang Ping’s face lit up with joy, as every constable and Government Official in the County Government knew the value of Tiger Bone Pills.

The price was truly high, and normally, only veteran officials could occasionally refine one to increase their cultivation. Newcomers like them, with their meager salaries, simply couldn’t afford it.

But ever since Brother Yuan had taken charge, with his protection, not only had Wang Ping’s status greatly improved, but his monthly income had also increased significantly. Now, he was even able to refine Tiger Bone Pills.

He couldn’t help but exclaim,

“It’s great to follow Brother Yuan, life is getting more and more hopeful.”

He yearned for the day when, riding on Brother Yuan’s fame, he might also earn a title like “Lord Ping” in Ping’an County and even wed a daughter from a very wealthy and prestigious family.

Chen Yuan looked up at Wang Ping and thought to himself,

“Accepting bribes, controlling nefarious forces, indeed, you’re getting more and more perceptive.”

Such matters were not to be disclosed openly, and if someone were to report them higher up, Chen Yuan would find himself in deep trouble.

Of course, usually no one would dare do such a thing.

Because he wasn’t the only one engaged in this.

Breaking the rules comes at a price.

“Go back and cultivate properly, don’t waste all your time on women. Once you have strength and status, you can choose any woman you want,” Chen Yuan remarked indifferently.

“Brother Yuan, what you say makes sense.”

Wang Ping lowered his head, somewhat ashamed.

During the time he had followed Brother Yuan, he had also witnessed some of the power and influence. Those who had considerable status in the county town were falling over themselves to bring gifts to Brother Yuan, afraid that he wouldn’t accept them.

The impact of these events on him was not small. Even though he was not particularly ambitious, he still envied such status.

“Alright, you can go now. I need some quiet,”

Chen Yuan waved his hand, signaling for Wang Ping to leave.

He just wanted to give a few pointers and did not wish to interfere too much with Wang Ping’s life.

The path to power and influence, bright as it may be, is fraught with danger at every turn.

No telling how many have fallen by the wayside!