Chapter 6: Physical Enhancement

Elder brother, why do you smell so bad?

Brother Hua, I also think it is not appropriate. Cremation is not a tradition in our Yue family, nor is it something we say...

The group of men from the escort agency, along with the fishermen and their captains, immediately began to cheer. This was especially true for the former, who had initially harbored some resistance towards the suddenly emerging Young Master Yue. However, just by demonstrating this skill, Yue Weihua quickly earned the respect of many. In fact, for most people, their attitude towards the strong is often quite similar to that of animals, which is one of reverence.

After all, whether it is recovering bodies or saving lives, both can accumulate merit and fortune, earning merit points. This matter is related to future development and the quest for revenge. Even if the old man blames him, Yue Weihua has no choice but to take it seriously and act accordingly

Yue Weihua did not expect that after proposing this idea, he would encounter such strong opposition, even from Yue Hu and Yue Hai who did not support him.

Consider this: if it were a burial, how troublesome it would be to relocate the grave, and would it not disturb the ancestors

Jimin, we cannot dishonor our ancestors. We must certainly take action; failing to do so will invite ridicule from others. Furthermore, the dead are of utmost importance, and yet you wish to cremate them. This is unacceptable

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Tian Dage, you don't understand anything. I said that the young master is unskilled in martial arts, but I did not say that the young master lacks strength

After everything was discussed, the subsequent matters, such as selecting the burial site and setting up the spirit pavilion, were all entrusted to Yue Xiang to handle. Although these tasks were simple, there were still certain essentials that could not be overlooked. Yue Weihua left Yue Hai there to assist, while he himself took Yue Hu and a portion of the personnel to return to the banks of the Black Water.

Regarding his own changes, Yue Weihua did not initially feel much unusual, after all, this body originally belonged to the old master, and he had only occupied it for half a day, so it was normal to feel unfamiliar. However, seeing everyone's reactions, Yue Weihua realized that there must have been a significant change in him, and the most likely reason was the promotion of the merit pagoda

Others may not know, but Yue Weiyun is well aware that soon, the Russian Empire will divide its forces into five routes, attacking from the northwest of Hulunbuir, the northern route of Hailanpao and Aihun, the southeastern route of Shuangchengzi and Vladivostok, the southern route of Yingkou and Dalian, and the central route of the railway protection army. This five-pronged military offensive will almost occupy the entire Northeast by the end of the year, leaving only a few righteous troops hiding in the mountain valleys.

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Not to mention the distant past, just regarding Aihun City, after the Russian Empire completed the clearance of Hailanpao and the sixty-four stations of Jiangdong, on August 1, they were to take action against Heihe Station first, followed by Aihun City. Historically, Aihun City was completely burned down on August 4.

Faced with the passionate denunciation of the crowd, Yue Weihua quickly succumbed, realizing that the matter of cremation could not be approved under any circumstances. He then helplessly said: "Uncle Xiang, brothers, I can refrain from mentioning the issue of cremation, but it is truly impossible to hold a grand ceremony for this matter..."

Elder brother, in this way, show me a couple of punches.

Elder brother, you have truly kept us in the dark, we never knew you possessed such divine power, it is truly disappointing

Yue Hu covered his nose, clearly puzzled. Although some of the corpses had begun to emit a certain odor, the smells were generally similar, as everyone had a bit of it on them. However, the stench emanating from Yue Weihua was distinctly different and somewhat pungent.

Therefore, it is absolutely not feasible to hold a grand event; this is non-negotiable and the conditions do not permit it

Yue Hu did not speak, but Yue Weihua did not notice. This was mainly because the merit tower had just been upgraded. After Yue Weihua woke up from his coma, he was already here, and as soon as he woke up, he began to argue about the burial matters, neglecting the smell on his body. Of course, this was also mainly because everyone else had an unpleasant odor as well

Young Master Yue, well done, haha

As soon as they reached the shore, Yue Hu eagerly asked, "Elder brother, when did you become so formidable?"

What is it, what is so impressive

Moreover, this clan has over 300 members (even if the remains are not recovered, a burial mound must certainly be constructed), and relocating the graves is indeed a significant undertaking

What are you playing at? The Russian warship is coming to patrol. If these fishing boats are discovered, they will surely be destroyed by the Russians. I still need these fishing boats to rescue people later. Stop talking nonsense and get to work quickly

Yue Weihua, in a fit of anger, could not be bothered to argue with Yue Hu. He ran towards a fishing boat, grabbed the mooring rope, and began to drag it ashore. This fishing boat weighed at least four to five hundred jin, yet Yue Weihua effortlessly pulled it onto the shore. Of course, this was not particularly remarkable, as most people could manage to drag a fishing boat from the water to the shore. However, what Yue Weihua did next instantly left everyone astonished.

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Oh, what is going on here

"Unfamiliar, what a load of nonsense. Nie Youcai, if you have the ability, go challenge the young master to a one-on-one match and see for yourself. With just three punches and two kicks, I guarantee you will be flat on the ground."

Yue Weihua rolled up his sleeves and unbuttoned his shirt, discovering that his body was almost entirely covered in a thick, dark substance, and the pungent odor emanated from this viscous material.

Although it was said that many bodies had just been recovered from the riverbank this morning, it was evident that Yue Weihua had already become numb to it. He jumped directly into the river, vigorously scrubbing himself, and as the viscous substances were washed away, Yue Weihua could hardly imagine that his skin was actually so white and smooth.

Truly a natural strength

Yue Weihua was excited; as soon as he regained his essence, he directly sought out Yue Hu for a private practice session. Although Yue Hu was younger, he was a martial arts enthusiast. In their previous sparring matches, Yue Hu had never lost to Yue Weihua, and just last night, after climbing over the city wall, Yue Weihua had even been mocked by Yue Hu. However, this time, Yue Hu was thoroughly defeated without any chance to retaliate. It is important to note that Yue Weihua had not yet fully adapted to this body.

Five to six meters long, more than two meters wide, weighing four to five hundred jin, Yue Weihua surprisingly flipped the fishing boat over and then carried it away by himself. Under normal circumstances, it would generally require two strong men to lift such a boat on land, and even then it would be a strenuous task, considering the size of the boat and the difficulty in controlling its center of gravity. However, Yue Weihua managed to lift it onto his shoulder and walk away without needing any assistance to get it up.

The remains of Elder Yue Zhenghui have been found, and the majority of the Yue family members' remains have also been located. The surviving members of the Yue family have, at least, not left behind too many regrets. However, regarding the burial of the Yue family members, especially concerning Elder Yue Zhenghui, Yue Weihua's opinion has diverged significantly from that of nearly everyone else.

Although surprised, Yue Weihua did not have time to explore the reason and hurriedly rushed towards the shore, shouting to Yue Hai and others: "Everyone, hurry up, gather the fishing boats and drag them ashore, the Russian warships are coming."

As Yue Weihua was muttering to himself, his gaze inadvertently swept across and suddenly noticed a warship approaching from the opposite bank of the river upstream, and he could see the silhouettes of people on board. It is worth noting that this distance is at least three to four miles away

In fact, Yue Weihua's idea of cremation mainly stems from the fact that the old gentleman had indeed mentioned it during his lifetime, and he specifically instructed that after his death, he must be buried in the ancestral grave. It is evident that the current conditions are not yet mature. However, Yue Weihua is absolutely confident that he will be able to reclaim Hailan Pao in the future. Therefore, this involves the issue of relocating the grave.

Of course, the strongest opposition is to cremation. The extent of the feudal traditional thinking in this era is unknown to Yue Weihua, but basically, apart from the unclaimed bodies on the battlefield that are occasionally cremated, almost no one is willing to cremate their ancestors. It is a joke; this is not just about being reduced to ashes, but about having no place to be buried after death, which is absolutely unacceptable.

After ensuring that the fishing boats were well hidden, Yue Weihua hurriedly sought out a secluded location, instructing Yue Hu to take a rest. He then consciously entered the Merit Tower. Upon inquiry, it was indeed confirmed that the upgrade of the Merit Tower had inadvertently provided him with benefits. It was akin to a thorough cleansing of the muscles and marrow; Yue Weihua's overall qualities had been enhanced by more than double, including strength, reaction speed, vision, hearing, and various other aspects, all elevated by one level.

However, if it is cremation, then it is different. In fact, after cremation, one can even temporarily refrain from burial. When the time is right, one can be directly interred in the ancestral grave. Wouldn't that be better?

No more fighting, no more fighting

The young master possesses remarkable skills; it is likely that even Uncle Xiang may not be a match for him

Yue Weihua's sudden charge startled Yue Hu and the others. Goodness, this is quite powerful. The water was deeper than waist height, yet Yue Weihua was able to run swiftly. This is rather strange, especially for Yue Hu, who cannot be said to be unfamiliar with Yue Weihua.

Although the Yue family has a somewhat reclusive presence overseas, it is fundamentally proud. As the descendants of Yue Fei, a prominent family with a lineage spanning over 800 years, the family has experienced decline. Despite the loss of over 300 members in a single night, the Yue family has not severed its heritage. The young clan leader remains, along with uncles and younger generations. Therefore, the funeral of the Yue family must be conducted with great ceremony and cannot bring shame to the ancestors. This sentiment is shared by nearly everyone, except for Yue Weihua.

This damn skin, I bet even women would be envious of it, but in my memory, it doesn't seem to be the case

Young clan leader, if it is according to your thoughts, we must bury all the clan members back in Hailan Pao, in the ancestral grave. However, the problem is that Hailan Pao has already been occupied by the old Russians, and we cannot return there

Uncle Xiang, Xiao Hai, Xiao Hu, and Wei Yun, I understand your feelings. Your desire to hold a grand ceremony is not wrong, but this is truly not the right time. Moreover, the old man has always had a wish, which is to be buried in Hailan Pao, in our Yue family's own burial ground, alongside our ancestors

Yue Hu was begging for mercy after being beaten, yet the other men from the escort agency were continuously cheering. In particular, a man known as Nie Youcai had quite a discerning eye, which caught Yue Weihua's attention for a moment. Although he did not appear particularly impressive, his keen perception was commendable, and he seemed to have some training. He might be a talent worth noting, Yue Weihua thought to himself: I should pay more attention to him in the future

Wuwuwu

As the warships of the old Russians receded into the distance, Yue Weihua once again led everyone to the shore. However, when Yue Weihua gazed across the river, a spark of hatred ignited in his eyes once more. Undoubtedly, the Hailan Pao massacre had resumed after a night of silence, and the Jiangdong Sixty-Four Tuns massacre had officially begun.

However, it seems that Young Master Yue's skills in martial arts are still somewhat unrefined

Ultimately, the debate concluded with Yue Weihua making a solemn vow, pledging that in his lifetime, he would personally drive the old Russians out of Hailan Pao. At that time, he would certainly hold a grand ceremony to bring honor to his ancestors, relocating all the graves of his clan into the ancestral tomb. Of course, for now, only burial in the ground is possible, which is non-negotiable.

For a grand celebration of a joyous occasion, according to the customs of the Yue family, it is necessary to invite relatives and friends from all directions, as well as renowned figures from various places to pay their respects. The descendants are required to keep vigil for a period of forty-nine days. Not to mention the difficulty in inviting relatives and friends, and the challenge of inviting close companions, the more critical issue is that there is no place to set up the memorial hall.

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