Chapter 4: Brotherhood

Alright, no need to be overly particular, let's settle it here. The elder brother is also quite straightforward

Third Young Master, you seem quite surprised by the Wolf Blade; this sworn brotherhood is not comparable to mere verbal acknowledgment of brotherhood

"It's nothing, feel free to use these things. I was just surprised that you don't know Shaolin Long Fist, as almost every martial artist does!" I immediately explained.

I was walking in the corridor when I heard the voice of the wolf from a distance: "I beg you, let me go find my mother. She is at the Ouyang family and is unwell, needing treatment. If I lose this time, Young Master Ouyang will not provide care for my mother. I implore you, after I see my mother, I will express my gratitude to the Third Young Master."

"Alright, brother, why don't we swear brotherhood under the bright moon here?" I said with a smile

Brother Wolf, there's no need to be so pretentious. What does it matter for a man? Just spend some quality time with the lady. You can sleep in that room we just saw tonight. I will have the servants prepare the meals. I'm leaving now, ha

I glanced at Wolf Peak and said: "Brother Wolf Peak, you should stay here and have a good conversation with Auntie. From now on, Auntie will live here, and you shouldn't leave either. You should stay with me from now on, understand?"

I immediately strode into the room. As soon as I stepped inside, Uncle Wang saw me, lowered his head, and promptly said: "Third Young Master, this Young Master Wolffeng insists on looking for his mother." After saying this, he leaned to one side, waiting for my instructions.

"Third Young Master, the boy you brought back has already woken up. However, he keeps insisting on finding his mother, and we cannot stop him. You should go and take a look soon," a maid in green said anxiously at the entrance of the back garden. This was mainly because I had previously established a rule: no one is allowed to enter my back garden without my permission.

Oh, he has woken up and is still insisting on finding his mother. Fortunately, Ouyang Liang has already brought his mother here, haha

Wolf Feng in the room gazed at Zhang Xingfeng's back, feeling deeply moved. Throughout his life, apart from his parents, no one had ever cared for him in such a way. Receiving concern from another for the first time filled his heart with warmth: "Third Young Master, I, Wolf Feng, will be loyal to you for life and will never betray you; otherwise, may the heavens strike me down with thunder." Wolf Feng silently vowed. Perhaps Zhang Xingfeng never expected that Wolf Feng would so easily pledge his unwavering loyalty to him.

I gazed at him, my heart inexplicably tightening with pain. I could imagine all that he had sacrificed for his mother; how old could he possibly be? My eyes could not help but redden. My heart could genuinely feel the profound bond between them as mother and son. I also felt distressed that he had to bear such a heavy psychological burden at such a young age. Ha, what is happening to me? In my past life, I surely would not have been moved by this, yet now I find it difficult to control myself. Have I become more childish, or have I simply grown more compassionate? Regardless, I am still myself. I want to live a new life, to start anew, free from the influences of my previous existence.

I stand outside the window, watching Wolf Feng as he truly reads a book. Oh, this Wolf Feng can read as well, quite impressive.

The Third Young Master, Lang Feng, became excited again. There was no other way; I held him back and said, "Brother, there’s nothing more to say, let’s go see your mother." I said this immediately, otherwise, I didn’t know how Lang Feng would express his gratitude to me. It seemed he truly missed his mother too much, and without waiting for me, he went directly to see her.

I, Zhang Xingfeng, today under the moonlight, hereby establish a bond of brotherhood with my elder brother. We shall share both fortune and misfortune, not seeking to be born on the same year, month, and day, but only wishing to die on the same year, month, and day. Let heaven and earth bear witness; should there be any betrayal of this brotherhood, may both man and spirit forsake me.

Third Young Master

"Third Young Master, I, Lang Feng, am deeply grateful that you did not kill me and even brought me back to recover and take care of me. However, my mother still needs my care. I earnestly request that you allow me to go find my mother." Lang Feng stood before me, cupping his hands in salute.

We walked out to the grass outside, knelt down side by side, and raised our right hand with the index and middle fingers together.

I quietly walked in from outside the door and stood silently behind him. He seemed to be extremely focused, deeply engrossed in a book. I leaned in to take a look, oh, it was merely the manual for Shaolin Long Fist. This Shaolin Long Fist is the most common set of martial arts from the Ming Dynasty, and all the servants in my household know it. There is also Shaolin Luohan Fist, but while it is easy to learn, it is difficult to master. In contrast, Shaolin Long Fist shows results more quickly and is particularly easy to grasp. Therefore, every bookshelf in the guest rooms of my house contains manuals for both Shaolin Long Fist and Shaolin Luohan Fist.

If the elder brother holds me in esteem, then let us swear brotherhood; if we are brothers, there is no need for further words. I said resolutely, my eyes fixed unwaveringly on Wolf Feng

Oh, I only learned to read and write with my mother when I was young. The rest of the time, I spent hunting in the mountains. When I was a child, I would go hunting with my father, but later he was surrounded by a pack of wolves. To save me, he was bitten several times by the wolves. By the time he returned home, he had lost too much blood and died. I was only six years old that year, and my father died for me. The eyes of Wolf Feng seemed a bit moist.

"Brother Wolf Feng, how about we become sworn brothers?" I admire him greatly and hold him in high regard. From that moment on, Wolf Feng became my brother with whom I would share life and death. I looked at Wolf Feng, my gaze unwavering.

The night is as tranquil as water, and I stand by the window, breathing in the fresh air, which is a pleasure in itself. The air, infused with a hint of moisture, is blown onto my face by the night breeze, and my skin naturally absorbs that little bit of humidity. Gazing at the boundless stars in the sky, the countless disordered stars are as incomprehensible as the ways of heaven, leaving no one able to decipher or understand them

I smiled and immediately helped him up, saying: "Brother Wolf, don't worry. I have already brought your mother from the Ouyang family to my place, and I have arranged for a renowned doctor to treat her. You can rest assured."

I am swift and agile, and I immediately supported her with both hands. "Auntie, Brother Wolf is my elder brother. It is my duty to take care of you. Please do not be like this. Just focus on recuperating, and I will take care of everything for you."

Oh, that's fine. Chunyu, you go to the kitchen and ask them to prepare more nourishing food tonight. Brother Wolf's mother still needs to replenish her health. That's all, do you understand

Indeed, I am truly grateful. The great kindness of the Third Young Master towards me is beyond my ability to repay. Third Young Master, you even call me "m.hetushu.com.com" elder brother; how can I possibly bear such an honor?" Wolf Feng's face turned bright red, revealing his deep excitement as he repeatedly cupped his hands in gratitude

A wisp of spiritual energy entered my body, circulating through my meridians, gradually transforming into a liquid state. The liquid innate true energy continued to circulate tirelessly. As I extended my body out of the window to close it, I suddenly noticed that the light in Wolf Feng's room was still on, and there were faint shadows by the window. Wolf Feng was still awake; what was he doing?

I looked at Wolf Fang and said, "Brother Wolf Fang, you are clearly older than I am, so it is only natural for me to call you 'brother.' Please do not hesitate to accept this title." This was merely a tactic to win him over. Quite clever, isn't it? Although it does seem a bit petty. Nevertheless, those who achieve great things do not concern themselves with trivialities.

The main reason is that Zhang Xingfeng does not know what it feels like to be cared for, as no one has ever shown concern for him before

I stood for a moment, and Wolf Feng seemed to sense someone behind him (too slow to react). He turned his head and said, "Third Young Master!"

Oh, I noticed that the light in your room was still on, so I came over to take a look. I didn't expect you to still be studying the secrets of Shaolin Long Fist. I smiled and said

Crossing a small bridge that connects the east and west wings, we arrived at the door of an elegant room, where at that moment, Chunyu was standing at the entrance, waiting for us

The Third Young Master, Lang Feng, appeared quite excited. A ten-year-old child is still easily manipulated by me. "Third Young Master, whatever orders you have in the future, I, Lang Feng, will absolutely comply," Lang Feng said solemnly, his expression serious.

I truly enjoy this feeling of tranquility, my mind becoming increasingly calm and ethereal. I slowly close my eyes, gradually experiencing the profound state of being detached from the world, observing the mysteries of the entire universe. In a moment of silence, I find myself alone in the entire back garden, slowly immersed in this state, as if a long time has passed, yet it also seems like just a fleeting instant. I emerge from this realm, feeling the refreshing comfort of the gentle breeze on my face, genuinely sensing that my innate vital energy is circulating more swiftly, a faint smile appearing on my face. In a moment of silence, I find myself alone in the entire back garden, slowly immersed in this state, as if a long time has passed, yet it also seems like just a fleeting instant. I emerge from this realm, feeling the refreshing comfort of the gentle breeze on my face, genuinely sensing that my innate vital energy is circulating more swiftly, a faint smile appearing on my face

"Yes, I will go right away," the maid immediately ran towards the west wing of Xingfeng Pavilion, murmuring as she ran: What has the Third Young Master been up to, showing such concern for these people? I have never seen him care for others like this before.

I lay quietly on that small rattan chair, gazing at the garden full of pear blossoms, feeling extremely calm. A gentle breeze stirred, and a few pear petals slowly drifted down.

I smiled; everything was completely within expectation. I looked at Wolf Peak and said with a smile, "Brother Wolf Peak, let's go, I will accompany you to see your mother, come on." I took Wolf Peak's hand and ran towards the west wing. It seemed that Wolf Peak was extremely eager to see his mother, showing no resistance at all, and he willingly held my hand as we walked towards the west wing.

"Third Young Master, I apologize. I should not have rummaged through your belongings. I hope you will forgive my transgression." Lang Feng immediately felt a deep sense of fear and trepidation

The common woman had met the Third Young Master. Wolfeng's mother seemed quite grateful, or perhaps she was just too nervous seeing someone from high society like me. She immediately tried to get out of bed, which startled me. No way, what was she trying to do? I could already guess with my knee. Of course, I would not allow such a thing to happen; after all, I was to be on equal terms with Wolfeng. If she were to kneel, how would I be able to conduct myself in the future?

A kind-hearted middle-aged woman is lying in bed, and it is faintly evident that she was extremely beautiful in her youth. The decades of hard work have left her hair a grayish yellow and her complexion quite poor. At this moment, she seems very happy, with a smile appearing on her face. It appears she is joyfully conversing with her son, Wolf Feng, and there seems to be an endless array of topics between them, as they speak continuously, seemingly aware that I, their benefactor, am still standing by the door

I ran forward with a smile towards the east wing of the Xingfeng Pavilion, "Chunyu, hurry up. I will go see him first. You take good care of the person sent by Ouyang Liang for me, understood? Hurry up.

"No, we do not have the authority to let you go; we will wait for the Third Young Master to return and make a decision." This must certainly be Uncle Wang, as his tone of speech is always like that.

Having seen the Third Young Master, this young gentleman's mother has fully regained consciousness and her health has improved significantly said Chunyu from the side

I, Lang Feng, today under the bright moon, hereby establish a bond of sworn brotherhood with my second brother. We shall share both fortune and misfortune, not seeking to be born on the same day of the same month in the same year, but only to die on the same day of the same month in the same year. Let heaven and earth bear witness; should there be any betrayal of this brotherhood, may both man and deity forsake us.

Wolf Feng took a deep breath and said, "Alright, I have made my decision today"

I was very curious, so I walked out of the room towards him