Grinding Cultivation Toward Martial Saint

Under the grapevine in the small courtyard.

"Big Brother, is there really no way for your hand to recover?"

Jiang Li slightly shook his head, "No, the tendons are severed and the bones are shattered. My right arm is nearly crushed. If it weren't for the high-quality healing medicine and painkillers distributed by the County Lord, I probably wouldn't even be able to stand in front of you right now."

He shook his head with a smile, "Little Brother, you mentioned wanting to train in martial arts this afternoon, right?"

"Yes!" Jiang Ning nodded.

"It is indeed time to train in martial arts!" Jiang Li showed a deeply emotional expression and then continued, "The world is becoming more chaotic! The God Worship Sect grows more rampant and their obsession with creating divine entities more frenzied. If it weren't for the God Worship Sect, I wouldn't have encountered this disaster!"

"The God Worship Sect?" Jiang Ning's eyes narrowed, his mind instantly recalling the events from two months ago.

Two months ago, he had traveled here, severely injured.

After absorbing the memories of his predecessor from that time, he had vaguely heard the words "God Worship Sect" and another sentence: "We've found another Innate Spiritual Wisdom bearer; after capturing this soul, we'll surely receive the Divine Envoy's reward!"

Undoubtedly, he was that Innate Spiritual Wisdom bearer.

The previous self's attack seemed highly likely to have been because of this reason, being targeted by the God Worship Sect.

Perhaps it was that incident that caused him to awaken past innate wisdom or maybe it was this opportunity that brought him here.

*Whatever the reason, he didn't know.*

*Hearing those words from the God Worship Sect again made Jiang Ning have to pay much attention.*

To this day, he didn't understand what an Innate Spiritual Wisdom bearer was, but he knew that if his predecessor was targeted by the God Worship Sect for it, if discovered again, he might suffer the same fate.

"Little Brother, what's wrong?" Seeing Jiang Ning's dazed expression, Jiang Li asked with concern.

"It's nothing, just suddenly thought of some things." Jiang Ning shook his head.

Hearing this, Jiang Li couldn't help but smile knowingly, "Don't worry! I've already made arrangements for you to learn martial arts, finding you a good teacher."

"A good teacher?" Jiang Ning immediately shook his head, "Big Brother, there's no need for this. Taking on a martial arts teacher is too costly for us to afford. I only need you to teach me some martial skills!"

"You want me to teach you martial skills?" Jiang Li shook his head repeatedly, "That won't do! Learning martial arts is no simple matter, and you can't just teach or learn randomly. A single mistake could lead to regret."

He continued, "Besides, my right hand is useless now, and how can I teach you with a knife in my left hand? I found you a good teacher in Wang Jin of the Canglang Martial Arts Hall. Master Wang Jin is an entry-level Martial Artist, his strength far surpassing mine, with rich teaching experience, truly a good teacher."

"Canglang Martial Arts Hall? Wang Jin?" Jiang Ning was slightly surprised. Over the past days, he had been reading extensively and inquiring from his big brother, of course having heard of Wang Jin's fame from the Canglang Martial Arts Hall.

This was a martial arts hall that countless martial artists aspired to join. Passing the Canglang Martial Arts Hall's test to become a true disciple was akin to reaching the heavens in a single bound for ordinary people. This was not only because of the hall's power but also due to Wang Jin's reputation.

Jiang Ning shook his head, clearly aware of how much silver was needed to join the Canglang Martial Arts Hall.

Even though his big brother was a constable and associated with the court, having connections with Wang Jin at the Canglang Martial Arts Hall, there were no exceptions.

Jiang Ning then spoke, "Big Brother, even if I really want a good teacher, it doesn't have to be from the Canglang Martial Arts Hall. The cost to join is too high!"

"You don't need to worry about this matter!" Jiang Li said, "I've risked my life for the government office, for the County Lord, and after suffering such injuries, there will be a compensation from the office."

He whispered to Jiang Ning, "Little Brother, don't tell your sister-in-law about this. The county government's compensation will take some time to be processed. I've borrowed some money for you as a tuition fee. If your sister-in-law finds out, she'll nag me again."

As he finished speaking, Jiang Li chuckled lightly, feigning ease.

At this moment, Jiang Ning felt his heart clench with mixed emotions. Such familial affection was something he had never experienced in his previous life.

Afterward, Jiang Li patted his shoulder, "It's getting late. Go sleep! The tuition fee has already been paid, so you shouldn't delay any further. The tuition fee is non-refundable, just follow me to the Canglang Martial Arts Hall tomorrow."

Saying that, Jiang Li walked toward Liuu Wanwan, and the two headed indoors.

...

Early the next morning, as the sun rose and the sky brightened.

Suddenly.

Thud thud thud——

There was a knock at the door.

"Brother Li, it's Xu Yunfeng here to visit!"

Xu Yunfeng?

Upon hearing the name, Jiang Ning was slightly taken aback, then immediately recalled details.

Previously, his big brother had taken him to the government office archives, where he had seen the records.

Xu Yunfeng, a man who had been alone since childhood, once fought stray dogs for food, and was unprincipled when it came to achieving his goals, was not a good person.

The most crucial thing was that this man worked under Master Cao Bin, and Cao Bin was one of the big figures in Linjiang County, a blood relative of the Cao family.

The Cao family, as local tyrants, was not on good terms with the County Lord, the outsider dragon, which was something Jiang Ning could discern from past events.

Seeing this wasn't difficult, as throughout human history, the overt and covert conflicts between outlandish dragons and local tyrants were numerous, naturally carrying intense conflicts.

If his big brother were to choose sides, he had always been extremely loyal to the County Lord, and the chief constable above his brother was also part of the County Lord's faction.

*Jiang Ning immediately judged that whoever came was not friendly!*

Thinking of this, he quickly got out of bed, preparing to observe the situation in the hall.

Once he reached the hall, he saw his big brother Jiang Li leading a man in a black robe and cross-belted long knife into the main hall.

After the two seated themselves, sister-in-law Liuu Wanwan poured them each a cup of hot tea.

"Sister-in-law is very beautiful!!" Xu Yunfeng exclaimed, looking at Liuu Wanwan with admiration.

Seeing this, Jiang Li frowned immediately, then gently opened his mouth, "What brings you to visit unexpectedly today, Brother Xu?"

Xu Yunfeng looked at Jiang Li and slowly smiled, "We are colleagues. I heard of your misfortune last night, Brother Li, and that your right hand was crippled, so I came to visit today and brought a bottle of healing and pain-relieving medicine as a token. I hope Brother Li won't refuse!"

While speaking, Xu Yunfeng took a ceramic medicine bottle from his waist and placed it in front of Jiang Li.

Seeing this, Jiang Li's slightly changed expression softened a bit.

"Thank you for your kindness, Brother Xu!"

Xu Yunfeng smiled slightly, "I came for another matter too."

"What is it?"

Xu Yunfeng said, "Master Cao felt sorrow at your sudden misfortune and wanted to invite you, Brother Li, to a gathering at the Moon Pavilion tonight at 7 p.m."

"Master Cao?" Jiang Li's expression immediately shifted, disbelief showing in his eyes, "You mean Master Cao Bin, the arrest officer?"

"Precisely that Lord Cao!" Xu Yunfeng confirmed.

Upon receiving confirmation, Jiang Li's face turned even more troubled.

"Does Brother Li oblige?" Xu Yunfeng asked slowly.

Jiang Li pondered for a moment and then slowly nodded, "I'll be there on time."

"Good!" Xu Yunfeng nodded in satisfaction, then glanced at Liuu Wanwan, "Remember to bring your sister-in-law too!"

At these words, Jiang Li's expression changed drastically once again.

He promptly took a deep breath and turned toward Liuu Wanwan, "Wanwan, go back to the room first!"

"Yes, Brother Li!" Liuu Wanwan nodded, looking at Jiang Li with some worry before turning and leaving the main hall.

Once Liuu Wanwan was completely gone, Jiang Li's eyes burned with anger as he growled in a low voice, "Xu Yunfeng, what do you mean by this?"

"What do I mean?" Xu Yunfeng smiled slightly, "Brother Li shouldn't ask what I mean, but rather what Master Cao means!!"

Watching the front of Jiang Li, ready to devour him, Xu Yunfeng smiled again, "You should understand Master Cao's meaning; surely you've heard the rumors at least!"

Upon hearing these words, Jiang Li's face turned more and more grim, full of gloom.

At this moment, Jiang Ning also remembered the rumors about Master Cao Bin.

According to rumors, Master Cao Bin had a fondness for beauties, especially married women.

Jiang Li's expression shifted several times, his eyes extremely serious as he looked at Xu Yunfeng, "At the county government, what is the Cao family? The County Lord is the master of the county government, as well as the sky of Luoshui County!"

"Foolish beyond measure!!" Xu Yunfeng looked at Jiang Li with disdain, appearing disinterested in associating with him, "One Cao family may not surpass the County Lord, but what about with the Liu family and the Xie family?"

With these words, Xu Yunfeng stood up, "Luoshui County, controlled by several families, is like an iron barrel, while the God Worship Sect grows more rampant. If you were wise, you wouldn't have suffered such severe injuries! Consider this, who were the constables and officials injured or killed in the recent crackdown on the God Worship Sect close to?"

"What is the County Lord? If you were sensible, enduring a bit of humiliation would earn you favor from Master Cao, just like I did!"

"If you don't comply, with your crippled arm, you won't be able to continue as a constable. Opposing the Cao family, you'd have to head home, becoming an ordinary civilian!"

"By that time, would you think I'd still be speaking to you so amicably?"

"Master Cao indeed thinks of your sister-in-law fondly!!"

"If you comply, you and I both become Master Cao's people. With Master Cao's protection, just over four months remain until the year-end assessment, during which you'll undoubtedly stay in the county government. Furthermore, your injury compensation will be disbursed as promised!"

After speaking, Xu Yunfeng left two more remarks: "Brother Li, you're blessed with a son and a daughter, very fortunate!"

"I've heard that Brother Li treats his own brother very well, deeply familial, which I admire greatly!" As he finished this sentence, Xu Yunfeng's gaze landed on Jiang Ning, wearing a smile.

Looking at Xu Yunfeng's gaze, Jiang Ning felt as if facing a fierce beast ready to devour people.

The next moment, Xu Yunfeng withdrew his gaze, strode out of the house with great energy, disappearing from sight in the blink of an eye.