Chapter 5, the system of plucking the feathers of passing wild geese

Why is it called "Cun Cao Xin"? ... Of course, the system says it is called "Cun Cao Xin" ... . ... This explanation certainly cannot be shared with Qian Mu Xue. For a brief moment of distraction, Ning Yue thought of a satisfactory explanation.

While Ning Yue was at a loss, she suddenly discovered an anomaly in the system interface. The name of the skill "Little Capture" was originally green, but now it had turned a bright red like blood

Two hundred experience points were deducted, and the system unexpectedly displayed a pop-up again, "Should it be supplemented from external skills or internal skills?"

Ning Yue immersed her consciousness in the name of the martial arts, unexpectedly triggering a pop-up window

His transformation is understandable; anyone who was almost killed for no reason would undergo a significant change in temperament. In this world, martial arts are fundamental; those with superior skills can live freely and comfortably. As for people like us, we must always be cautious and humble, for if we offend someone powerful, we can only accept our fate if we are killed.

"Puh—" Ning Yue could not help but spit out a mouthful of old blood, "System, you win!"

Ning Yue's heart suddenly warmed; internal energy, the legendary internal energy! Having been immersed in martial arts novels for a long time, Ning Yue certainly understood that internal energy is the foundation, while techniques are the means. The foundation is the essence, and the means are the path, thus a high foundation leads to strong techniques. Although techniques and martial skills are equally important, to become a top master, one must possess profound internal energy.

Upon seeing Ning Yue return to work, the four constables enthusiastically approached to greet her. After all, they had collected protection fees together on the streets, and with Ning Yue having such a powerful backing as Xie Yun, the youngest Ning Yue had already become the leader of the constabulary.

Ning Yue, went out to patrol the streets, today is market day, perhaps I can earn a few hundred coins to show my filial piety

When the first sentence was spoken, Qian Muxue was still sitting in front of Ning Yue. By the time the second sentence was spoken, Ning Yue could only see a fairy faintly appearing and disappearing among the clouds. When the third sentence clearly reached Ning Yue's ears, the ethereal traces of the fairy seemed to echo in the surroundings like the reverberation of heaven and earth. Meanwhile, the other four women transformed into flowing light and vanished from Ning Yue's sight as Qian Muxue spoke the second sentence.

What a fine poem! The elegant eyes of Shi Ya instantly brightened, as if countless small stars were swirling in their sockets, gazing in surprise at Ning Yue. "A tiger father does not raise a dog son; I did not expect my son-in-law's literary talent to be so remarkable. Indeed, hearing is but a rumor, while seeing is believing!"

Completing the cultivation method requires the expenditure of 200 experience points. Do you wish to continue? Upon seeing this prompt, Ning Yue's face instantly darkened. He remembered that he just happened to have exactly 200 experience points in his experience bar. He couldn't help but suspect that the system had calculated this perfectly; otherwise, how could it be so coincidental? Unfortunately, at this moment, Ning Yue was like a fish on the chopping board, ready to be slaughtered by the system, and he had to lie there with a smile.

She left... Is this the style of the people in the Jianghu? Ning Yue let out a soft sigh, feeling somewhat lost. After all, the first person she met in this world was such a beautiful woman, and it was inevitable to feel a sense of reluctance when she said she was leaving.

But... can someone like him, who practices small grappling techniques, be of any use

Ning Yue still believed that she had entered a new bottleneck, and as long as she endured this phase, she would be able to break through to a new height. However, as time passed, Ning Yue increasingly felt that something was amiss. After gritting her teeth and completing the final move, her entire being instantly surged with energy, and her chest was suddenly filled with a tumultuous flow of blood and qi.

In the courtyard behind the yamen, Ning Yue practiced the small grappling techniques repeatedly and tirelessly, completely unaware that several colleagues regarded him as a coward who had been stabbed and was unable to face the harsh reality due to a drastic change in temperament. Ning Yue was indeed afraid, yet at this moment, he was filled with hope

Finally reached level 5, the next step is to strive towards level 10! Ning Yue wiped the sweat from his forehead, excitedly thinking. He has a golden finger, so he can achieve what ordinary people cannot. For instance, this small grappling technique, although merely a low-level martial art, would require not only perseverance, comprehension, and innate talent for an ordinary person to cultivate, but also guidance from a renowned master; otherwise, they would take a wrong turn.

After Old Li left, Ning Yue hurriedly opened the Great Martial Arts System. Just one glance made her gasp in shock. The health bar that had previously been fully replenished had lost a third of its value again, and it was still continuously depleting. If this continued, within seven days, Ning Yue would meet her demise.

The system proposes that external skill supplementation can be achieved through medicinal baths to eliminate the injuries caused by intense training. This not only facilitates the strengthening of bones but also enhances one's cultivation. However, the prescription for the medicinal bath requires an additional expenditure of 200 silver coins to purchase.

Therefore, Ning Yue did not dare to be negligent, nor did she allow herself a moment of rest. She continued to forge ahead with the small grappling techniques, advancing towards the realm of Xiao Cheng. At first, the practice went smoothly, but after ten repetitions, she began to feel increasingly heavy and fatigued.

"You all go ahead, I will not be going. There are hardly any cases in such a small town anyway." Ning Yue's voice came from the backyard of the yamen.

However, Ning Yue was different. The martial arts recorded by the system were undoubtedly the most correct and efficient methods of cultivation, and the progress of cultivation could also be advanced through proficiency. Over the past few days, Ning Yue had been practicing the minor grappling techniques all day long to increase her proficiency, and finally, just now, she had raised her proficiency to level 5, officially stepping into the realm of mastery.

It is unclear how long it has been, but Ning Yue finally awoke from her stupor. Glancing around, she realized that she was in the resting room of the yamen's constables. As soon as she regained consciousness, the eldest among them, Old Li, noticed Ning Yue's movements and hurried over to help her sit up.

A spurt of fresh blood erupted like a mist, and an overwhelming fatigue surged in her heart as if someone had struck her head violently with a hammer. Before losing consciousness, Ning Yue faintly heard the laughter of her colleagues returning triumphantly.

The healing elixir of Qian Muxue is indeed extraordinary. The wound from the sword piercing through the chest had already begun to grow granulation tissue on the first day, and by the fourth day, it had healed significantly. Now, seven days have passed; although a fine line is still visible on the chest, there is no pain as long as it is not pressed hard. The leave that Xie Yun had requested for him has also come to an end, and reluctantly, Ning Yue changed into the blue constable uniform and walked towards Tongli Town.

Dr. Zhou just visited and checked your pulse. He said that you have overexerted yourself in your practice and have injured your vital energy, so you need to rest well. For the next few days, do not return to Yishui Township; stay here and recuperate properly

Of course it is useless! The minor grappling techniques are merely the most basic form of martial arts; even if mastered to perfection, they are insufficient to withstand a single strike from a postnatal expert. Give Ning Yue some time; once he realizes that what he is doing is all in vain, he will naturally come to accept the reality.

Looking into Old Li's concerned eyes, Ning Yue suddenly felt a warmth in her heart. To be honest, her relationship with Old Li was merely that of ordinary colleagues. Since her rebirth, although Ning Yue had not deliberately distanced herself from them, she had always maintained a certain distance.

The engagement with Qian Muxue felt like a sword hanging over Ning Yue's head, fearing that upon waking, she would find this news had spread throughout the city. Then, in every corner, one or two rivals would emerge, eager to tear her to pieces.

It is known that external martial arts are most suitable for those who may not possess strong innate talent or understanding but have great perseverance. The most famous example is the Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms of Hong Qigong. Guo Jing, through his immense perseverance, remarkably surpassed his teacher after twenty years of hard training. Ning Yue reflects on herself, acknowledging that while she may lack other qualities, her perseverance is commendable

From the name, it seems that the internal skill completion method cannot possibly be a divine skill secret, after all, the minor capture technique is a low-level martial art. What makes Ning Yue even more hesitant is whether the external skill completion might be a method like the I Ching bone tempering, which works from the outside in

The four constables responded with a nod and no longer extended their invitations, swaying their heads as they walked towards the market. "What do you think has happened to Ning Yue? Ever since she survived that great calamity, she has completely changed. In the past, she would sit there with a book, lost in thought, but now she spends all day practicing that little grappling technique. If that little grappling technique could really make someone a master, would she even have the chance to teach us?"

Ning Yue, I really like what you have made. The wedding date is set for the Mid-Autumn Festival three years from now. If our engagement is leaked... you may come to Guiyue Palace to find me

Old Li, half reminding and half lecturing, brought over a bowl of medicinal liquid. Ning Yue, not one to be pretentious, downed it in one go as if drinking strong liquor. She had known that traditional Chinese medicine was bitter, but she never expected it to be so bitter that it made one feel utterly despondent. After swallowing the medicinal liquid, Ning Yue immediately burst into tears, looking at Old Li with tear-filled eyes, which filled him with a deep sense of comfort and emotion.

When was it completed? Could it be that she suddenly left just now to prevent me from seeing her tears? Never mind her, two hundred experience points and two hundred silver coins are not insignificant gains, and I only need fifty more experience points to level up

Child, why are you being so reckless? Can one become a glutton in one breath? Martial arts must be practiced gradually; as a scholar, do you not understand the principle of moderation?

Ningyue looked at the fruits of her completed mission, her heart filled with excitement and her thoughts extending rapidly. In the blink of an eye, they extended to mastering unparalleled skills, ascending to the throne of invincibility, and then venturing into the gaming world, attracting attention effortlessly... Crystal-clear droplets of saliva fell unintentionally.

What on earth is going on? Ning Yue thought and thought but could not remember when he had been schemed against again... He had been practicing diligently these past few days, and his progress was quite encouraging. Could it be... that he had gone astray in his practice? But that shouldn't be possible; the system-assisted training would not allow for mistakes...

If it weren't for the countless methods tested that could not trigger the task, and the fact that killing more small animals would not increase experience, Ning Yue would not have placed her hopes on a low-level grappling technique. After all, this is the only martial art that Ning Yue knows.

The missing version of the small grappling technique, forcibly practicing it could severely harm the body, should it be completed? Is there still hesitation? Ning Yue immediately chose to complete it. There was no other choice; having nearly lost half her life, it was imperative to complete it.

It has just been confirmed that, unexpectedly, the system displayed another pop-up window. It turns out that once the skill of the minor grappling technique has reached proficiency, it has already reached its limit. To achieve a minor success, one must possess corresponding internal skills to unleash its power; otherwise, forced cultivation will cause various hidden injuries to the body

The Great Zhou Dynasty is divided into nine provinces, eighteen circuits, and one hundred and eighty prefectures, each of which governs numerous counties, akin to the multitude of stars. The Yachai Courtyard, to which Ningyue belongs, is a small town under the jurisdiction of Wuxian. His immediate superior is located in the county office of Wuxian, and there are a total of five officials of the same rank throughout the entire Tongli Town.

The loving mother threads the needle, stitching clothes for her wandering child. As he prepares to leave, she sews them tightly, fearing he may return late. Who says a blade of grass can repay the warmth of spring sunshine? What appears to be a simple bowl of fried rice carries the selfless dedication of parents. Ning Yue, with a radiant smile, casually remarked.

Choose to complete the external skills! Left and right horizontal completion, Ning Yue still resisted the temptation of internal skills, "I want internal skills, casually asking Qian Muxue for a book is better than this completion! As her fiancé, this favor should be granted. It's a gamble!"

It is a pity about the task ... ... wait! '' When Ning Yue retreated into the sea of consciousness and looked at the task board, she suddenly felt a surge of spirit, only to see that the task suffix, which had moved Qian Mu Xue to tears, was already marked as completed!

Just as she was about to click on the internal skills, Ning Yue suddenly hesitated. Xie Yun had mentioned more than once that he had missed the age for learning martial arts, and that without extraordinary encounters, it would be impossible for him to achieve anything in the path of martial arts. The same words had been spoken by Qian Mu Xue; otherwise, she would not have hoped for Ning Yue to pursue the path of a literary master.