Chapter 2, Martial Arts Order
The vast expanse of the Great Qian stretches infinitely, bordered by the sea to the east, the barbaric lands to the north, the Witch Marsh to the south, and the great desert to the west. It is divided into ninety-nine provinces, with Yujing City serving as the imperial capital
In his mind, a smooth jade token began to tremble, with various colors of light swirling around it, as different mysterious powers quietly converged.
In response to Wang Cheng's provocation, he paid no attention at all. Firstly, he is small in stature, while Wang Cheng is tall and strong, accompanied by a group of followers. It is certain that he would not be able to defeat the other party, so there is no need to seek out humiliation.
Fang Ming felt a pang in his nose, almost on the verge of tears
However, nothing can withstand Fang Ming's perseverance. He steals a little knowledge today, glances at it again tomorrow, takes notes every day, and thoughtfully contemplates it. Over time, he has learned quite a bit.
Wang Dashanren, the master of Huichuntang in Minglun County, is an apprentice of the Medicine King Gang.
That is several sheets of mulberry paper, on which there are some murky yellow spots, and in the center, a perspective drawing of a human figure is depicted with charcoal.
Buzz!
He cannot afford to be careless; this knowledge of acupoints was all learned secretly from several pulse diagnosis masters. Moreover, Huichuntang has strict orders: those who steal knowledge will have their hands chopped off, receive forty strikes with a staff, and be expelled from the premises
Indeed, the one who traversed back in time was a beggar, and there was no one who would use any Bone Dissolving Powder or Frosty Chicken against him. However, several internal conflicts among the beggars nearly cost him his life.
Fang Ming could not help but recall a robust man resembling an iron tower, whose eyes sparkled with a brilliance that remained vivid in Fang Ming's memory. What was even more unforgettable was the aura emanating from him, reminiscent of the "tiger's might".
At that moment, the burly man threw out several pieces of gold leaves and took away the best quality old ginseng from the Rejuvenation Hall, while Wang Dashan had to accompany him with a smiling face to see him off.
Whenever Fang Ming recalls this place, he cannot help but shed tears, silently raising his middle finger to the heavens
After lying down for a while, Fang Ming pulled out a few items from under his mattress
You damn cat, Fang Ming recalled the feeling of the steel long knife about to pierce his heart, and at that moment, there was still white sweat seeping from his back
Transcendental World: The Deer and the Cauldron Total Time Accumulated: Six Months
The position of a guard in the Huichun Hall, particularly for overseeing the original medicine warehouse or the finished herbal decoction warehouse, is a highly coveted one, and it is certainly not a role that would fall to Fang Ming
In his previous life, he had a great fondness for martial arts novels, and he was particularly well-versed in the series written by the esteemed Jin Yong. He completed all the quests in the Jin Yong Heroes series and earned the nickname "Half Hero." The martial arts world depicted by Jin Yong was the one he feared the least.
That's right! It's about practicing martial arts!
In the final moment, it was quite unfortunate that he happened to witness a member of the Qinglong Society, the ultimate big boss, making contact. Fortunately, just as the other party was preparing to silence him, the three-month deadline had arrived, and Fang Ming returned once again through time.
Damn it! In the first world—Gu Long's "Seven Weapons," Fang Ming's soul transmigrated into the body of a beggar. After struggling for three months, he finally recognized a fact: the world of the great hero Gu is simply not a place for beginners to survive
Here, he rarely has some personal space to plan certain matters
It has been two to three months since arriving after the time travel, and Fang Ming has gradually come to understand some basic situations of this world
This task of overseeing the pharmacy was something he volunteered to take on, having requested it from Manager Zheng.
Moreover, it becomes even more troublesome after dealing with the books. Wang Cheng's uncle is Wang Yin, the unscrupulous herbalist who previously caused Fang Ming's previous incarnation to perish. It is said that this person is very petty, and his Eagle Claw technique is particularly sharp. Fang Ming does not wish to test it out.
Not to mention the prestigious sects, even ordinary martial arts schools in the Jianghu would not casually take in beggars. Fang Ming had been wandering in the Jianghu for three months, yet he had not encountered a single hero who valued his talents enough to take him as a disciple. Instead, he often found himself in trouble for overstepping boundaries, resulting in numerous encounters with the fists and feet of his peers.
During his time at the Huichuntang, he also had the opportunity to encounter several "experts"
Subsequently, he recited it several times before carefully putting away the drawings
Even more terrifying is that the characters in Gu Long's works possess extremely deep schemes, each wearing several masks on their faces, all of them are cunning old foxes who conceal their true intentions. They do not reveal their cards until the very end, and some are even worse, as they still refuse to unveil their cards at the conclusion
The night is deep
And this is his residence
Fang Ming thought for a moment and then noted down several acupoints he had seen today
Of course, after two or three months, the martial arts competition should have been held two or three times by now. By all accounts, Fang Ming should have learned martial arts skills and be able to navigate freely. How could he have fallen to such a state?
Hoo... Fang Ming lay on the makeshift bed formed by two long benches, letting out a long sigh
It is also very difficult to learn by stealth here. In ancient times, such specialized skills were considered a secure livelihood. An ordinary person who obtained a legacy could live a life free from financial worries, even passing it down to their descendants. Therefore, the supervision was extremely strict, and those physicians regarded their medical skills as their means of survival. Even for formal medical apprentices, they would hold back several techniques, let alone someone like Fang Ming who was learning secretly.
Although this is the case, very few people are willing to oversee this place, for there is nothing but hardship
After more than five hundred years, martial arts flourished, while the central authority of the Great Qian gradually weakened. Various large sects emerged, with the "Three Teachings and Five Sects" leading the way. These major martial arts factions recruited numerous disciples, roamed freely across the states, and even subtly encroached upon military and political power, making it difficult to restrain them
In Gu Long's novels, when a master appears, they are simply a master, with no specific origin or name for their martial arts. In contrast, Jin Da Xia meticulously explains the origins of martial arts, and there are no guides detailing where treasures or unparalleled secret manuals are buried.
Fang Ming has been mixed up for three months, and several times he nearly died. His deepest resentment towards Gu Long's novels is the poison
Since then, Fang Ming has firmly established his belief in learning martial arts
Therefore, unless absolutely necessary, they are also unwilling to provoke the Huichuntang, after all, the guards raised here are not to be taken lightly
Finally, the world of the great hero Jin has arrived
This is the Great Qian, distinct from any dynasty in the historical memories of Fang Ming, yet its features faintly resemble those of ancient times
Ordinary apprentices and masters in the pharmaceutical field, who have families in the county, naturally return to live there. As for those apprentices who are homeless, the Huichuntang also provides dormitories; however, the conditions are not very good, as it is a large communal sleeping area where a dozen people sleep together
At this moment, the pharmacy was devoid of the bustling voices of the day; the various apprentices and masters had all returned to rest. A faint moonlight scattered on the ground like silver radiance, and occasionally, the sound of insects chirping could be heard from outside the window, creating a sense of profound stillness.
Regarding whether martial arts truly exist in this world, Fang Ming originally believed so, as the existence of the "mhetushu.com combat order" in his sea of consciousness serves as undeniable evidence
Since then, he has drawn a conclusion: traversing through time carries its own risks, and one must be particularly cautious in the realm of ancient dragons
And now? Fang Ming gazed through the window at the bright and clear moon in the sky
As for apprenticeship and the like? Don't even think about it
Upon seeing the familiar name "The Deer and the Cauldron," Fang Ming truly felt as if he were encountering a long-lost relative
On the figure in the drawing, there are small dots marking various symbols, with densely written small characters beside them such as "Ren Zhong", "Yong Quan", and "Yang Gu", which turns out to be a simple acupoint map
Moreover, everyone in the county, from all walks of life, is aware of the formidable reputation of Wang Dazheng, the great benefactor. He is a tough character who can almost stand toe-to-toe with the county magistrate. His subordinates are equally formidable; previously, whether it was capturing a thief or dealing with a household burglar, they employed the same method: directly dragging them out and mercilessly beating them with two firewood sticks until they were incapacitated
In Lechun County, there exists a branch of the Qingyun Sect, one of the five sects, as well as the Grand Governor's Office, creating a tripartite situation alongside the Jiang Alliance formed by numerous smaller sects. The Medicine King Gang is also one of the affiliated members of the Jiang Alliance.
Even if one decides to seek revenge for their predecessor, it is not the right time to do so
That night, Wang Dazheng drank heavily and even beat several apprentices to death over trivial matters
Since taking on this job, Fang Ming has to get up every day around the hour of Yin, which is around four or five o'clock in the morning, to clean the courtyard and organize the tools. In the evening, he can only close the door very late, and even the meals have gone cold. How could the apprentices be willing to take on an extra burden of hard work for no reason? The key point is that they are not even paid!
Fang Ming's reason for secretly learning these things is not because he wants to change his profession to become a doctor, but because he wants to practice martial arts
The Great Qian's founding emperor established the nation through military might, and it is rumored that he broke the terrifying limits of celestial beings. During the founding war, he single-handedly traversed through tens of thousands of armored soldiers, defeating generals and seizing flags, achieving victory in every encounter. With almost the strength of one person, he laid the foundation for a magnificent dynasty
The scholar disrupts the law with literature, and the chivalrous violate prohibitions with martial prowess. It is precisely because he is a 'master of martial arts' and has the strong backing of the Medicine King Gang that Wang Dazheng dares to set up a private court and trample upon human life
After the other party left, Fang Ming was certain that he had seen the pained expression of Wang Dashanren.
The Martial Command is his greatest reliance
He had previously intruded, fully aware that he had aroused resentment. With too many secrets of his own, he naturally dared not live with other youths. Not to mention anything else, Wang Cheng was right there!
By the second month, the result was drawn for the Legend of Lu Xiaofeng. Fang Ming did not hesitate and directly chose to decline, opting to accumulate the time to the next month
Inside there, a shop assistant or a powerless courtesan may possess a lethal poison, and even the most skilled master would fall victim to it
Fang Ming, who has solidified the talent of being well-versed in language and writing, naturally understands what this means
However, the pharmacy is different; here, once night falls, all types of medicinal materials, whether in bulk or finished products, must be stored, leaving only some inexpensive tools and the like, which basically no one would pay attention to
Even in distant states like Connecticut, martial arts sects have seized the channels of advancement, and even the appointment and removal of officials must go through their hands; otherwise, they may meet with various reasons for an untimely death
A series of inscriptions resembling oracle bone script emerges on the surface of the token
Every year, several short-sighted thieves and apprentices are beaten to death and thrown to the mass grave outside the city
That was the blatant contempt of the superior in the food chain towards the inferior, which left Fang Ming breathless with just a glance
However, Fang Ming gladly took over, appearing quite pleased with the situation.