Chapter 18

Chapter 18: Body Strengthening Technique

After parting on bad terms with Chen Moran and others, Mu Chen sat in his carriage, his face a picture of gloom.

Indeed, Zhuang Yu was no ordinary person. Due to his reluctance to spend primordial stones, others viewed him differently. He was likely now resented by those present at the time.

The influence Zhuang Yu commanded was significant. If he truly became enemies with her, he wouldn't have to wait three years before her protectors came after him.

Mu Chen closed his eyes, taking a deep breath. Power! If only he were powerful enough, these worries would be irrelevant.

He then retrieved a manual named 'Body Strengthening Technique' from his spatial ring.

Mu Chen's physical constitution was subpar. Mu Yuanfeng had gone to great lengths to procure this manual for him, hoping it would help enhance his physical prowess. Despite its effectiveness, its rigorous training was excruciating. After a couple of sessions, Mu Chen gave up, stowing the manual away.

Squinting, Mu Chen reflected on how the original owner failed to appreciate Mu Yuanfeng's earnest efforts. To his knowledge, Mu Yuanfeng had schemed significantly to acquire this technique, or he might have already advanced to a higher martial realm.

Caressing the manual in his hands, Mu Chen's eyes darkened. This Body Strengthening Technique, though only the first volume, was undeniably unique and seemingly of a significant origin.

Two years later, a strikingly handsome youth would be in search of this book. This person would encounter Zhuang Yu and they'd fall for each other instantly. This man, one of Zhuang Yu's main partners named Lu Yao, would eventually learn from Zhuang Yu about Mu Chen's possession of the manual.

Unwilling to see a precious asset wasted and in the spirit of utilitarianism, Zhuang Yu would request this manual from Mu Chen.

To curry favor with Zhuang Yu, Mu Chen would willingly hand over the manual, accommodating Zhuang Yu's wishes.

Closing the manual, a cold fury simmered in Mu Chen's eyes. Nonsense!

"Ren San." Mu Chen called out, pulling back the curtain.

Ren San turned to look at Mu Chen and asked, "Young Master, what can I do for you?"

"We won't be returning. We're headed to the Beast Trade Market," declared Mu Chen. "To cultivate using the Hundred Body Technique, I need a vast amount of beast blood. I must purchase a batch."

Ren San nodded, saying, "Understood."

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"Shi Tou, the head chef is looking for you," Ah Mu said with a hint of envy.

Ye Shi expertly sliced the meat in his hands, categorizing each piece. Every slice, nearly identical in shape and size, was nothing short of an art form.

Ye Shi looked up, asking, "The head chef is looking for me? What for?"

Ah Mu shrugged and replied, "I'm not sure. Why don't you go and see?"

In this realm, the status of spiritual chefs is very high. The energy contained in beast meat can be aggressive. Consuming too much can harm the body. Spiritual chefs not only make delicious dishes but also moderate the energy in the meat.

The higher the rank of a spiritual chef, the higher the grade of the magical beast meat they can handle.

"Shi Tou," Wang Lun turned, calling out to Ye Shi.

Rubbing his hands nervously, Ye Shi responded, "Head Chef, you wanted to see me?"

Wang Lun smiled, saying, "Relax. I've heard you have a talent for distinguishing the quality of beast meat."

Ye Shi replied with a hint of embarrassment, "I can only roughly distinguish some, and often, I still make mistakes."

Wang Lun chuckled, saying, "No need to be so modest. From my perspective, your judgment is quite impressive."

Ye Shi gave a shy smile, saying, "Thank you for the compliment, senior."

"I'm heading out to purchase some edible beasts. Care to join me?" Wang Lun proposed with a smile.

Ye Shi's eyes widened, asking, "Really?"

"Of course," Wang Lun replied with a gentle smile.