Hearing this, Lu Sheng's eyes lit up.
He couldn't find any good, complete, and powerful martial arts manuals. Since he couldn't find any, perhaps he could make up for quality with quantity.
Anyway, with the Modifier, the speed at which he practiced martial arts was incomparably shocking. He could master a martial art in just a few moves.
If he could master a few more martial arts this way, he should be able to achieve his goal.
In this world, demons and monsters could appear at any time. If he didn't seize the opportunity to grow stronger, what would he use to defend himself when he encountered danger?
At this thought, Lu Sheng's eyes lit up.
He understood Uncle Zhao's meaning.
In Nine Links City, there were quite a few old fellows who practiced martial arts. For example, the yamen's former chief constable, Zhang Xun, was exceptionally fierce with his Heart-Shattering Palm. Now that he was old and childless, he had no heir.
He didn't have much money left, and his days were tight. He couldn't make ends meet, and often needed help from his old friends like Uncle Zhao.
If he could use his wealth and connections to pull some strings, it would probably be easy to obtain the Heart-Shattering Palm legacy from him.
When Zhang Xun was young, he was known as the number one expert in Nine Links City.
It was only when he grew older that the others caught up to him. He was much older than Uncle Zhao, eighty-six this year, and his legs weren't nimble either.
By the time Uncle Zhao and the others had made a name for themselves, he had already retired many years ago.
There were many such former experts in Nine Links City.
Lu Sheng's mind began to race. If he could learn something from these people, then with the accumulation of knowledge, even if it was a third-grade martial art, it would be extremely powerful if he could master it to an extremely high level.
"How about it? Eldest Young Master, if you're interested, I can help you contact a few suitable old friends. "
Uncle Zhao probably wanted to help take care of his old friend, or perhaps he couldn't bear to see his old friend living a miserable life in his later years despite his skills.
Lu Sheng thought about it carefully.
"What Uncle Zhao said is very true, but I wonder which experts you can contact?"
"Don't bother about them. Don't bite off more than you can chew. Heart-Shattering Palm and Eighty-Four Swallows Pursuing the Wind Saber are all things I can promise you. The children of these two old friends of mine were killed by their enemies when they were young. Now, they have no one to rely on and live a difficult life. They have long wanted to find a disciple to inherit their legacy. It's just that the poor study and the rich practice martial arts. Without sufficient nourishment, practicing martial arts will shorten one's lifespan even if they practice hard. It's not good for them to spread this around and harm their children. "
Uncle Zhao sighed.
"Coincidentally, I see that you, Brother Sheng, are extraordinarily talented and talented. Although we can't ask for the superior martial arts of the big sects, if you can master these two martial arts to a high level, it would also be an impressive skill. Not only can I fulfill Brother Sheng's requirements, but I can also take care of a few good friends. It's a win-win situation. "
Lu Sheng's face turned solemn when he saw that he had laid out his plan in its entirety.
"Since Uncle Zhao is willing to vouch for them, then these two seniors will be my teachers. Every month, the mansion will give them twenty taels of silver as a teacher."
Hearing this, Uncle Zhao couldn't help but reveal a smile.
"Brother Sheng's a kind-hearted man after all …"
In fact, if a dojo owner wanted to impart genuine skills to a dojo, he would only need to spend less than ten taels of silver.
But Lu Sheng directly gave each of them twenty taels of silver. This was giving him, Zhao Dahu, face.
If word of this got out, he, Zhao Dahu, would also be proud in the circle and in front of his many old friends.
"Brother Sheng, go ahead and practice first. I'll go pass the news to a few friends."
Since the matter was settled, Uncle Zhao couldn't wait any longer. He had to hurry and report the good news to Zhang Xun.
Zhang Xun had caught a cold a while back. Originally a man made of iron, he didn't know how to take care of himself when he was young, resulting in too many internal injuries. Now, his Qi and blood were withering and he had no money to nourish himself.
He was the one who had paid for the medicine previously.
If not for that, he wouldn't have thought of recommending a teacher to Lu Sheng.
He really … really couldn't bear to see his good friend end up in such a miserable state.
"As you wish, Uncle Zhao."
Lu Sheng raised his saber and cupped his fists.
After sending Uncle Zhao off with his gaze, Lu Sheng stood alone on the field.
Raising his long saber, he practiced a set of Black Tiger Saber Technique.
Tiger Kill, Tiger Might and Tiger Roar. The three moves, when separated, were three sets of saber techniques consisting of more than ten moves.
Although the three major moves were independent moves, in reality, each of them contained quite a number of independent saber moves.
For example, Tiger Kill was divided into saber moves to deal with the front, saber moves to deal with the back, and saber moves to deal with the left and right. There were also moves to deal with hidden weapons, long-handled weapons, heavy weapons …
And so on and so forth. There were many variations.
It wasn't just that one move that could be practiced.
As he was practicing, a manservant suddenly ran over from the side of the field. He stood at the side, waiting for him to finish, as though he had something to say.
Lu Sheng frowned.
He quickly sheathed his saber and stood still, looking at the manservant.
"What's the matter?"
"In reply to Eldest Young Master, there's a horse carriage outside. A young lady who calls herself Miss Duanmu said that she had an appointment with Eldest Young Master and is here to pay a visit."
The manservant answered respectfully.
"Duanmu … Duanmu Wan is here …"
Lu Sheng's heart skipped a beat.
He had been practicing Black Fury Skill ever since he obtained it, but had yet to master it.
This made him wonder if this inner force skill was real. This Duanmu Wan had said before that she could get her hands on inner force skill manuals. He wondered if that was true.
'Forget it. I'll see her first.'
Although the other party was a formidable character, he wasn't one of those Young Masters in the city who hadn't seen the world. If she wanted to seduce him, it would be impossible, no matter how capable she was.
"Invite her to the Guest Hall first. I'll be right there."
"Yes."
The manservant left.
Lu Sheng had a maidservant fetch a basin of water. He wiped the sweat off his body, changed into a long white robe, and headed for the Guest Hall.
He passed through the field, the little garden, and a corridor before he arrived at the Guest Hall where guests were entertained.
The doors to the Guest Hall were wide open. A woman in a long purple dress sat on the right. She had a charming face and skin as white as snow. She wore crescent earrings polished from pearls, and had a dignified and elegant air about her.
It was none other than Duanmu Wan.
In the Guest Hall was also Lu Sheng's third brother, Lu Chenxin, who was enthusiastically trying to get close to Duanmu Wan.
Lu Chenxin's eyes were glued to Duanmu Wan's chest, where a deep cleavage could be faintly seen through the white bodice. It was as if his eyes were about to sink in. He couldn't move them at all.
"Cough, cough."
Lu Sheng coughed lightly.
The two of them noticed and turned to look at him.
"Big Brother …"
Lu Chenxin's face reddened, and he stood up with some embarrassment.
"Since you're here, Big Brother … this Miss Duanmu has come specially to look for you …"
He stuttered a little.
"Third Brother, go get the kitchen to send some sour plum soup over. I'll take care of things here."
Lu Sheng was rather quick-witted at home. He had met with many problems in the past, and had always acted responsibly. Thus, he had a reputation among his brothers and sisters.
He wasn't as frivolous as those Young Masters of the same generation.
He had two biological siblings. Second Sister, Lu Qingqing, had gone out to practice martial arts and had yet to return. Third Brother, Lu Chenxin, was still studying hard at home, aiming to pass the imperial examinations and attain scholarly honors in the future.
As for him, Lu Sheng, he had previously managed part of the family's business. The talent he had displayed had long since convinced Lu Quanan that he would be the one to take over the business in the future.
Because Lu Sheng would definitely be in charge of the family's finances in the future, his two younger siblings, as well as the rest of the family, were all counting on him in the future.
Usually, everyone would be in awe of him and try to curry favor with him.
"Brother Sheng, I just happened to deliver a cup of sour plum soup. I'll give it to you first. It's iced, and tastes good. "
Outside the Guest Hall, Fifth Mother walked in with a smile, holding a pot of sour plum soup in her hands.
Fifth Mother was Family Head Lu Quanan's fifth wife. However, she wasn't a wife, but a concubine.
Unlike the previous three wives, Fifth Mother and her younger cousin, Lu Yingying, were all counting on Lu Sheng after Old Master Lu Quanan passed away in the future.
Therefore, even if she was Lu Sheng's Fifth Mother in name, she and her younger cousin, Lu Yingying, would often compliment Lu Sheng.
After all, once Lu Quanan passed away, Lu Sheng wouldn't be obliged to feed them for free. In order not to be chased out of the family in the future, it was necessary to build a good relationship with Lu Sheng, the future Family Head.
"Fifth Mother, you're too kind." Lu Sheng quickly took the sour plum soup and put it down. "I'll take care of things here. You can go back first."
"Yes, yes, yes. Brother Sheng, take care of the guests first." Fifth Mother quickly left with a smile.
Before she left, she stared at Duanmu Wan with jealousy. She was only in her early thirties this year. Although she took good care of herself and had outstanding looks, compared to Duanmu Wan, she paled in comparison.
"I'll take my leave as well."
Lu Chenxin took the opportunity to leave as well.
Soon, only Lu Sheng and Duanmu Wan were left in the Guest Hall.
"Young Master, do you still want secret manuals?"
Duanmu Wan asked softly with a smile, seeing that there was no one around.
"Miss Duanmu is indeed impressive. I hid my identity and appearance, but you still managed to find me."
Lu Sheng's expression didn't change.
"Young Master Sheng must be joking. In the whole of Nine Links City, it's not difficult to recognize Young Master Zheng Xiangui of the Zheng Family who is on very good terms with him. Moreover, he's from a wealthy family."
Duanmu Wan smiled gently.
"That's because it's not difficult for Miss Duanmu. Alright, let's cut to the chase. I wonder what secret manuals Miss Duanmu has brought for me this time? I'll say this in advance, all I want are inner force skills. "
Lu Sheng spoke unhurriedly, his tone calm and composed. He didn't lose his composure just because his identity was exposed.
"Naturally, they're all inner force skills."
Duanmu Wan reached out with her slender hands and retrieved three small booklets from her sleeves. She placed them gently on the tea table and separated them.
The three light green booklets were sewn neatly with large words clearly written on their covers.
'Green Pine One-Thought Formula', 'Jade Crane Skill', 'Yin Yang Attraction'.
Lu Sheng's expression remained unchanged as he swept his gaze over them.
"Miss Duanmu sure is generous. But how do we verify the authenticity of these secret manuals …"
"That's simple."
Duanmu Wan smiled lightly.
"These three inner force skills are all extremely easy to pick up. Just a day of cultivation will allow one to sense Qi. All three are easy to pick up but difficult to master. It's easy to distinguish the genuine from the fake. "
She changed the topic and continued.
"As for whether there are any mistakes or omissions, that depends on whether Young Master believes Wan 'er. Otherwise, even if they're genuine secret manuals, Young Master will still be suspected if they're placed before you. "
"Miss Wan 'er is right." Lu Sheng was delighted. If it was as she said, that all three secret manuals were easy to pick up, then compared to Black Fury Skill, these three skills were far more suitable for him.
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