Immortality begins in Goose City

Chapter 35 Huang's Arsenal

"Yes, I understand." Huang Shujian nodded in agreement.

"Okay, go ahead." Huang Silang picked up the book "The Story of the Stone" again, lowered his gaze, and seemed to be immersed in the world of the book once more.

Huang Shujian stood up, bowed, and turned to leave the study.

The heavy wooden door closed gently.

Silence returned to the study.

After a while, the butler, Hu Qian, walked in silently, like a ghost.

He walked to the desk and asked in a low voice, "Master, Young Master Shujian has only been practicing martial arts for a short time. Although he has made progress, isn't it too dangerous to let him investigate that assassin on his own?"

Huang Silang didn't even look up, his fingers tracing the edge of the book pages as he let out a soft, ambiguous chuckle.

"You can't raise an eagle that can soar through the sky by keeping it in a cage all the time."

"His heart was ruptured; he should have been dead. To be alive is a blessing."

"In this world, to truly establish oneself, one cannot rely on my protection, Huang Silang; one must grow fangs and sharpen claws on one's own."

Hu Qian lowered his head: "What you say is true, sir."

Huang Silang finally looked away from the book and into the bright sunlight outside the window, his eyes revealing a deep and unfathomable look.

"What about Ba Liming..." Hu Qian whispered again.

Upon hearing this name, the faint smile on Huang Silang's face vanished instantly, replaced by a cold indifference.

"Him?" Huang Silang sneered. "He's nothing but... a dog begging on his knees."

"I offered him the position of county magistrate, giving him a respectable position, so that he could guard the house and protect the people, not so that he could become arrogant."

He picked up the now-cold tea, took a sip, and his voice grew even colder.

"Once the dog is full and has gained some strength, it dares to bare its teeth at its owner..."

"This kind of unruly dog ​​can't be kept around!"

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Back in his study in his small courtyard, Huang Shujian sat down, poured himself a cup of Biluochun tea, and slowly sipped it.

He needs to analyze the current situation and plan his next steps.

First, there are free attribute points.

There are 11 points left on the panel.

Both the Heavenly Tiger Divine Blade and the Mysterious Tiger Fist have reached their limits and are now at their peak; it's time to cultivate new techniques.

However, ordinary techniques might be able to evolve into exclusive martial arts that suit his beast-blooded warrior physique, like the "Mountain-Crushing Fist," but they are unlikely to be as cost-effective as the "Tiger Subduing Absolute Blade Technique."

"Ideally, I could collect a technique of equal or even higher quality than the 'Tiger Subduing Absolute Blade Technique,'" Huang Shujian thought to himself. "That way, using attribute points to upgrade and evolve it would maximize its effectiveness."

Secondly, there are weapons.

The ghost-headed sword I brought from Dongfei's tomb yesterday was also shattered by the strange infant.

A good, reliable sword is essential.

Huang Silang did have two Japanese swords, but he didn't like their design.

The strange baby's unusually sharp, jet-black fingernails are excellent material; perhaps they could be used to forge something.

Finally, and most importantly, the methods for obtaining attribute points.

Collecting tonics, hunting demons and monsters, and searching for extraordinary items—these three paths must continue.

With his mind clear, Huang Shujian didn't delay any longer.

"Xiuer, go and call Wu Zhichong and Hu Wan here."

"Yes."

Before long, Wu Zhichong and Hu Wanyi entered the study one after the other.

Wu Zhichong's aura was steady, and his eyes were sharper than before. He was clearly greatly stimulated by Huang Shujian's talent and had been training extra recently.

Hu Wanze still wore a fawning expression, but his gaze towards Huang Shujian now held a greater sense of awe.

"Instructor Wu." Huang Shujian looked at Wu Zhichong.

"I need to search for some high-grade martial arts manuals, no lower than the 'Tiger Subduing Absolute Blade Technique' you gave me before. Do you have any leads?"

Upon hearing this, Wu Zhichong's face showed a thoughtful expression. He clasped his hands and said, "Young Master, this level of cultivation technique is a closely guarded secret of each school and sect, and is extremely rare."

"We really don't have anything else in our possession besides that useless 'Great Victory Divine Fist' set. However..."

He paused, then continued, "In Goose City, there are three martial arts schools with a solid foundation."

"The Zhenyuan Martial Arts School, which is also operated by the Zhenyuan Escort Agency in the east of the city, is run by Guo Zhenyuan. His family's boxing style is fierce and domineering, and it is famous in several surrounding counties."

"The White Crane Gate in the west of the city, whose master is Ye Heling, is known for his agile and swift leg techniques."

"There's also the Liu Family Boxing School in the south of the city. The owner, Liu Tiegu, practices hard kung fu and I've heard he has some unique skills."

Huang Shujian nodded slightly. These three martial arts schools were considered representatives of the local martial arts force in Goose City.

"Do the martial arts techniques of these three schools have any similarities to the Heart-Shattering Palm?" Huang Shujian asked the crucial question.

"The Heart-Shattering Palm?" Wu Zhichong shook his head.

"This palm technique is insidious and ruthless. It originated from the north and emphasizes shattering the heart with a single blow. It is extremely vicious."

"My family saw it in the north back then, but in our Goose City... we've never heard of any martial arts school having this lineage."

Huang Shujian felt slightly disappointed, but it was also within his expectations.

"Very well. Instructor Wu, please take my visiting card and invite these three masters to your residence for a chat."

"Take the young master of the Huang family for example. He has long admired you and would like to ask you some questions about martial arts principles. Also... could you perhaps borrow some classic texts from various schools?"

Wu Zhichong understood that this borrowing was probably not a simple matter. But he didn't ask any further questions and immediately agreed, "Yes, I'll take care of it right away."

After Wu Zhichong stepped down, Huang Shujian looked at Hu Wan.

"Hu Wan, how's the progress on the various tonic herbs I asked you to acquire?"

"Reporting to Young Master!" Hu Wan bowed hurriedly, "I've been collecting them! Old ginseng, deer antler, tiger bone, he shou wu... I've kept track of all the good stuff I can find on the market!"

"It's just that some aged ones are scarce and expensive, so they need some time to turn over."

"Yes, keep collecting, don't be stingy with money," Huang Shujian instructed.

"Also, keep an eye out for other things. Antiques, calligraphy and paintings, jade..."

"Especially those antique items that are rumored to have special effects, or have a strange origin and hide secrets, as long as they sound unusual, I'll take a look at them."

Hu Wan was stunned for a moment, somewhat confused.

Why is the young master suddenly interested in antiques?

It also needs to have "special effects"?

But he dared not question it, and quickly nodded, "Yes, yes, I understand, I will definitely pay attention!"

"There's one more thing. I need a good knife. Where can I get one?"

Upon hearing this, Hu Wan's face showed surprise, and he blurted out, "Young Master, you want weapons? This... isn't this going to great lengths?"

"Hmm?" Huang Shujian looked at him.

Hu Wan explained, "Our Huang family has its own arsenal in the north of the city!"

"Although we mainly manufacture firearms, forging a few good knives is a piece of cake. Why bother looking outside?"

Huang Shujian was taken aback.

An arsenal? The Huang family owns this business?

He quickly searched his memory and found that the original owner of this playboy had nothing to do with wine, women, money and power. He knew almost nothing about the Huang family's business and industries. He only knew that his family was rich, but he never cared about what they did.

"I see." Huang Shujian stood up. "Come on, take me to see."