"Men, bring Third Young Master, Shen Hai, and Meng Long to White Tiger Hall and punish them according to the clan rules!"
After saying those words, Madam Wang stood up abruptly.
Weng!
Wang Chong's expression turned cold. Shen Hai and Meng Long's faces immediately darkened as well. The Wang Clan was a family of generals and the clan rules weren't limited to kneeling on a washboard.
Even a tough man would lose a layer of skin after coming out of the torture inside.
It was rare for the Wang Clan to resort to the clan rules, but judging from Madam's expression, she was probably serious this time. The two of them weren't afraid of the clan rules. They reaped what they sowed, but Young Master Chong might not be able to tolerate it.
"Madam …"
"There's no need to say anything!"
Just as the two of them were about to plead for Wang Chong, Madam Wang interrupted them. She hardened her heart and made up her mind. This time, she could not be softhearted and had to teach Wang Chong a lesson.
Only in this way would he remember it deeply, and in the future, he would know to think more before doing things, and not worry too much. For this goal, she even dragged Shen Hai and Meng Long into the matter.
"I've already decided on this matter, why aren't you all making a move?"
Madam Wang hardened her heart and glared at the guards around her. The guards swiftly stepped forward to restrain Wang Chong, Shen Hai, and Meng Long. Just as the clan rules were about to be meted out, at this moment — —
"Madam Wang! The King of Song has ordered me to deliver the reward! "
Suddenly, a voice sounded. Not too far away, a luxurious carriage drove over. From the carriage, a middle-aged guard dressed in embroidered robes came down with a red sandalwood box in his hands.
In an instant, the entrance fell silent. Everyone, including Wang Chong, turned to look at the guard.
"Reward?"
Madam Wang's footsteps came to an abrupt halt. She turned around and astonishment appeared on her elegant face:
"My husband has already left the capital and he didn't mention anything about a reward to me before he left. May I know why Lord The King of Song would bestow a reward upon him? "
"Hehe, Madam, you are mistaken. This reward isn't for Lord Wang. Instead, His Excellency The King of Song specially rewarded his son, Wang Chong. "
The middle-aged guard said with a smile.
"Buzz!"
In an instant, countless gazes fell on Wang Chong, and they were filled with surprise. Even Madam Wang was dazed for a moment when she heard the answer.
"Milord, is there a mistake? The King of Song has only seen my son a few times. Why would he suddenly reward him? "
Madam Wang said anxiously. She was puzzled.
The Song Clan and the Wang Clan had been friends for several generations, and their relationship was indeed very close. However, the Wang Clan had many descendants, so it was impossible for The King of Song to pay attention to every single one of them. Moreover, the King of Song was very busy every day. Every year, he would only go to the Old Master's birthday to take a look. He would stay for a while and then leave quickly.
In the Wang Clan, only Wang Chong's father, eldest uncle, and youngest uncle had seen The King of Song a lot. At the very least, the other children rarely saw each other.
The last time Wang Chong met The King of Song was seven to eight years ago. It was impossible for him to remember such a long time ago. Even if Wang Chong were to stand before The King of Song right now, he wouldn't be able to recognize him. Why would he suddenly reward him?
"Hehe, I'm not too sure about that. However, The King of Song did say that this item is for your son, Wang Chong. The King of Song said that he thinks highly of your son. He also said that your son is talented and has great foresight. He will definitely have a bright future. "
The middle-aged guard turned to look at Wang Chong with admiration.
"Hua!"
As soon as he said that, the crowd was in an uproar. All the guards, nannies, servants, and maids looked at Wang Chong in surprise.
Even Madam Wang turned her head and looked at Wang Chong in disbelief. She couldn't believe that this was what the King of Song said about her unfilial son, who was ignorant and incompetent.
Madam Wang rarely interfered with the affairs of the court, but she knew that The King of Song didn't praise people easily. His evaluation of Wang Chong was extraordinary.
"Strange? Why would The King of Song remember me? "
Wang Chong was more curious than anyone else. He didn't remember doing anything worthy of The King of Song's praise. In fact, he hadn't even met The King of Song face to face.
However, Wang Chong soon thought of something. Heavens!
"Hehe, I'm afraid this matter has something to do with Lord Lu."
Wang Chong smiled and immediately understood.
His father had already left the capital. In the entire capital, the only person who could put in a good word for him beside The King of Song was probably Lord Lu. His performance in front of him was not in vain.
"Mother, I didn't go out this morning to fool around. As you saw, even The King of Song rewarded me. "
Wang Chong quickly stood up and said with a smile.
This was a good opportunity. If he didn't know how to make use of it, he would have wasted The King of Song's "painstaking effort."
Madam Wang glared at Wang Chong. Although she didn't know what was going on, she couldn't punish Wang Chong in front of The King of Song's messenger.
"Hurry up and thank The King of Song!"
Madam Wang said coldly.
"Thank you, messenger!"
Wang Chong quickly stepped forward and bowed. "I'll have to trouble you to thank The King of Song on my behalf."
"Hehe, Young Master Chong is too polite."
…
To the left and right, everyone looked at each other in dismay. Originally, everyone thought that the Third Young Master wouldn't be able to escape this calamity. They didn't expect him to be saved by The King of Song.
Wang Chong didn't fall into a daze. Making use of this rare opportunity, he quickly found an excuse, took the box, and escaped.
…
After returning to his room and closing the door, Wang Chong poured himself a cup of tea and drank it slowly. He exhaled deeply and his heart gradually calmed down.
The envoy of The King of Song had already left. His mother had also 'returned home' with her maids, servants, and nannies to rest. The entire Wang Family Residence had calmed down, and Wang Chong had the time to think about his future.
His father's matter had been resolved, the funds for the Hyderabad ores project had been secured, and his childhood friend, Wei Hao, was helping out with the craftsmen. The purification and forging of the WuZi Steel weapons wasn't something that could be accomplished in a short period of time. Thus, he didn't have much to do for the time being.
"Now, it's time for me to raise my strength!"
Wang Chong quietly said to himself as he took a sip of tea.
In his last life, Wang Chong had deeply experienced that earth-shattering calamity, and he was keenly aware that this calamity was not something that could be resolved by a single person's martial prowess.
'An infuriated man can only take ten steps, but the wrath of an emperor can flow blood for a thousand li'. Only by changing the entire Central Plains from top to bottom would he be able to deal with the calamity in the future.
Thus, in this life, Wang Chong decided to walk the path of the upper echelons of the Central Plains. Only by changing his clan, as well as the fate of the entire empire, would he be able to fulfill his mission.
Comparatively speaking, personal strength wasn't as important.
However, this wasn't to say that personal strength wasn't important!
In the future, if he wanted to squeeze into the upper echelons of the Central Plains and gain the authority to change the entire empire, he would have to possess extraordinary strength.
In the Central Plains, in the Tang dynasty, strength was everything.
Furthermore, when he met Wei Hao today, Wei Hao was able to push him back with just a light push. This was a reminder to Wang Chong.
Just like what Wei Hao said, perhaps it was time for him to put in some effort.
To forge iron, one had to be strong. If he wasn't strong enough, everything would be for naught in the future.
"For the next few days, there's no need for me to head out. I'll just stay at home and cultivate!"
Wang Chong thought.
The room was silent. After resting for a moment, Wang Chong turned his attention to the brocade box that the King of Song had sent over to him.
"I wonder what the King of Song has sent over to me?"
Wang Chong touched the brocade box in his embrace and a hint of curiosity suddenly arose in his heart.
The King of Song was a descendant of the Emperor of Heaven, a prince of the royal family. Such a person was particular about rewards and punishments, and he wouldn't reward others easily. However, if he did, he would reward others generously. This time, the gift that the King of Song had sent over to him probably wouldn't be light.
Even though the Song and Wang Clan had a three-generation relationship, that was a matter between adults. It had nothing to do with children like them.
This was the first time Wang Chong had received a gift from the King of Song.
"I should hurry up and open it to take a look."
At this point, Wang Chong couldn't hold back his curiosity any longer. Placing the box on the table, Wang Chong locked the lock on the box, and 'kacha', it opened.
"How fragrant!"
As soon as the brocade box was opened, Wang Chong smelled a thick and refreshing medicinal fragrance. He couldn't help but take a deep breath.
"It's an elixir!"
A thought flashed through Wang Chong's mind, and he was immediately overjoyed. From the thick medicinal fragrance, Wang Chong could also smell a thick smell of sulfur and lead dust.
These two were the ingredients for refining elixirs. Without a doubt, the King of Song had given him an extremely precious elixir.
Wang Chong opened the brocade box. Indeed, on the smooth golden silk at the bottom of the box, there was a round and heavy elixir that emitted a metallic luster.
On the surface of this thumb-sized elixir, Wang Chong saw many fine and exquisite green talisman patterns. They were layered and gave off an extremely mysterious feeling.
"Body Tempering Elixir!"
Wang Chong was overjoyed. The elixir that the King of Song had given him was a Body Tempering Pill that was hard to come by. This was an elixir used by beginner fighters to strengthen one's cultivation and raise one's cultivation.
Wang Chong had long wanted to buy a 'Body Tempering Pill' for himself, but it was a pity that the Wang Clan was unable to afford it. Furthermore, Pill Alchemists were extremely rare, and they only served the royal family and royalty of the empire. Others, including the nobles, couldn't afford it.
In fact, even these alchemists were rarely seen. They were elusive and secretive, and even nobles like the Wang Clan would find it difficult to meet them.
Wang Chong didn't expect that the King of Song would give him such a precious Body Tempering Pill.
"Great! With this elixir, I will be able to cultivate the Dragon Bone Art! "
Looking at the elixir, a thought flashed across Wang Chong's mind, and he recalled a secret art. That secret art was extremely difficult to cultivate, and its effects were slow. Thus, Wang Chong didn't even think about it from the start.
However, with this Body Tempering Pill, everything was different.
In the hands of others, this Body Tempering Pill would at most raise the quality of their body, making it stronger. However, Wang Chong was able to bring out its full potential.
Furthermore, this would be helpful for him when he joins the Kunwu Training Camp in the future.
"Looks like I'll have to get the gatekeeper to prepare some medicinal herbs tomorrow …"
Wang Chong thought.
The Pill Dao of this space-time was extremely unique. It contained a large amount of lead, mercury, sulfur and metals. Elixirs made from these ingredients were lethal poison to ordinary people. Not only would consuming it not increase one's cultivation, it would even result in death.
However, it was different for fighters. An appropriate amount of lead, mercury and sulfur could greatly strengthen a fighter's bones and tendons. This was also the uniqueness of the Pill Dao.
Wang Chong's cultivation was still insufficient. He had to use some medicinal herbs to neutralize the toxicity of the Body Tempering Pill before he could consume it.
"Pa da!"
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