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Chapter92
Zhou You hadn't handled such comprehensive hot weaponry in a while, thoroughly enamored by them. "Did you acquire all these from the Jiangnan Military District?"
"Of course, you've saved Cheng Zi'ang's nephew. He owes you a great favor. These items are inconsequential. I reckon the Cheng family will express their gratitude later on. Don't be modest; feel free to ask for a sizable favor. Cheng Suran might be a junior clan leader, but his life holds value."
Zhou You hadn't realized he had saved such a precious figure. Mentioning Cheng Suran, he casually inquired, "How is he doing? Withstanding Hu Shien's torment for so long, his perseverance is commendable. I wonder if it will affect his future martial arts training."
"Rest assured, a strong will is difficult to break. His external injuries are manageable. Once his condition stabilizes a bit, he can be sent back for recuperation. He's one of the outstanding juniors in the Cheng family. It would be a pity if this ordeal ruins him. The Wanjian Sect maintains high moral standards and receives significant support from the country."
"Is the Wanjian Sect formidable? Its name sounds like it's focused on swordsmanship."
"Consider it among the second-tier elite. There's a gap compared to Wudang and Shaolin, but it's still a major sect. With thousands of disciples, their members are now present in various bases. Their sword techniques are decent, and they are one of the few sects practicing both internal and external cultivation."
"Are these sects wealthy? How do they make money? They can't solely rely on tuition fees, right?" After touring the Jiangnan base, Zhou You's initial impression of these major sects was that they were affluent.
"Haha, tuition fees are trivial. The key is their talent output. For instance, when the military district recruits a disciple from the Heavy Sword Sect, a considerable amount of money is involved. Additionally, the income earned during their apprenticeship missions goes to the sect as a whole. They also engage in various business ventures."
Zhou You rubbed his chin in thought, "I heard that achieving the Martial Master level allows one to establish their own sect. I should be qualified for that. Becoming a generation's grandmaster sounds pretty cool." While on the subject, Zhou You suddenly recalled something and asked Shao Qi, "Why didn't you take me for level assessment? Isn't it necessary for all martial artists to obtain certification from the Martial Arts Association?"
Shao Qi slapped his forehead in frustration, "I forgot."
After assessing Zhou You's expression for a while, he advised, "The Heavy Sword Sect has just been taken up by you. The association is currently preoccupied. It wouldn't hurt to delay your certification a bit. We can talk about it after you return."
Zhou You wasn't in a hurry, but he did want to know his level. He even began imagining what name he should give his sect if he ever established one.
Names like "Iron Fist Gang" and "Heavy Sword Sect" seemed quite commonplace; they sounded like small sects.
Zhou You loaded his weapons into the car. The two of them set off with a vehicle full of military supplies. He felt like observing a moment of silence for the beasts. The feeling of being well-prepared for the journey filled him with a sense of security.
Li Hongxi came over with gratitude to find Zhou You. Learning that he was returning to the Yunlan Mountain Range, Li Hongxi's emotions were mixed. They had initially given him a lift, assuming he was an ordinary person. Except for Li Yunxi, no one paid him much attention. As a result, they missed out on a significant expert.
Now, it was too late to approach him with humility, especially since he was Li Yunxi's savior.
"We'll also be setting off tomorrow. If Mr. Zhou needs to visit the Yangcheng Base in the future, remember to look us up. Yunxi owes her life to you this time. A great debt isn't easily repaid. Feel free to ask for help whenever you need it."
Li Hongxi was truly loyal. With the internal problems that had arisen this time, the Morning Sun Squad's members who had initially decided to stay all changed their minds. With the chaos in the Jiangnan Military District, they wouldn't have a peaceful life even if they stayed.
Zhou You casually replied, "Alright," not thinking much of it. Meeting them again in the future was uncertain.
He reminded Li Hongxi, "You can read the manuscript from the StarNet Forum. The strength of the team is crucial."
A thought struck Li Hongxi. He had also downloaded that manuscript for a fee. Considering the upheaval in the Heavy Sword Sect, it seemed likely to be connected to Zhou You.
"Thank you, I'll ensure everyone studies diligently."
Shao Qi emerged carrying a woven box, containing a small white tiger. The little creature changed its appearance every day, and the backpack had become too snug for it.
"Let's go." Shao Qi motioned for Zhou You to get in the car. This time, Zhou You would be driving. It was quite unusual for a skilled expert to be obediently driving and cooking upon others' requests. Li Hongxi found it perplexing.
Chapter 057: Return to the Yunlan Mountain Range
While leaving the city, Zhou You and his group encountered the convoy of the Dragon March Squad. The leader of the Dragon Squad, who had offered 200 points to purchase wind ferret pelts from him, was also among them.
As they crossed paths, Dragon Gan asked in surprise, "Are you two leaving the city at this hour too?"
Shao Qi casually replied, "Indeed. We're headed to catch wind ferrets to sell to Captain Long, aren't we? We're still hoping to strike it rich by selling wind ferrets."
Anyone could tell that this was just a casual response. Wind ferrets weren't so easy to catch, and they weren't communal creatures either. Most people were lucky to encounter one or two.
Dragon Gan didn't dwell on his evasion. Instead, he asked, "Are you both heading into the Yunlan Mountain Range? Why not bring more people?"
Shao Qi was even more audacious this time, smiling openly, "We have strong capabilities. Fewer people make for smoother operations. This person beside me..." He was cut off by Zhou You, who covered Shao Qi's mouth, shot him a glare, and then spoke in his stead, "We don't have any other companions, and we're not going deep into the range. Whether we encounter wind ferrets is uncertain."
Dragon Gan didn't think much of it either. They were also heading into the Yunlan Mountain Range, and perhaps they might catch some themselves.
"The Meteorological Bureau has issued a cold front warning. In about half a month, the first cold air mass will reach the Jiangnan Base. It'll be inconvenient to venture out again at that time. Additionally, the harsh winter will last for about four months. We need an ample supply of mutant beast meat to maintain a normal life."
Zhou You and Shao Qi exchanged glances, decisively turned the car around, and borrowed a large truck. Zhou You had a commercial driver's license before and even participated in vehicle skill competitions in the military, making his driving stable.
They rested outside the forest at night, sleeping directly in the car. With one person per sleeping bag, it wasn't cramped.
"In my opinion, driving one car into the mountains tomorrow should suffice. The armored vehicle seems a bit excessive," Shao Qi suggested.