Chapter 4, One Hundred Jin Stone Pillar

Yu Jiansheng laughed and said, "Lin Ting, you have been deceived."

Everyone, upon hearing this, could not help but smile, and a wave of good-natured laughter arose in unison

If it were not for his upbringing in Daling Village and his reluctance to leave his hometown, he would have likely settled in the city long ago

Yu Jiansheng shook his head and said solemnly: "Although Lin Ting is not yet fourteen years old, he has achieved remarkable proficiency in light body techniques, and he possesses unique skills in tracking, disguise, and traps. Moreover, his archery is also commendable. He has already reached the standard of a qualified hunter, which is why I allowed him to accompany us up the mountain"

However, today his performance greatly satisfied Yu Jiansheng. For a moment, he even doubted whether the fall on that day had actually opened his mind.

Everyone stepped aside to greet the valiant village chief. Yu Weihua shrank his neck slightly, but seeing that there was no anger on his father's face, he felt relieved.

In Daling Village, Zheng Chenglian is not a hunter, yet he is far more popular and respected than the hunters.

His status in the village is extremely high. After receiving his praise, Zheng Haotian scratched his scalp, chuckling, while his little face turned red, unsure whether it was from excitement or embarrassment

Yu Weihua's expression immediately fell. He grasped Zheng Haotian's arm and said, "Haotian, don't joke around. Your injury has just healed. If you accidentally strain your back now, Father will definitely kill me"

Wow ... ...

Yu Jiansheng smiled and said: "Cheng Lian, Haotian has a great deal of strength. If you have no objections, I plan to teach him martial arts starting tomorrow."

The people around were nodding their heads in joy, as Zheng Haotian's strength was so great that he could at least become an excellent hunter in the future. The more skilled individuals there are in the village, the better everyone's life will be, which is a consensus among the people of all small villages

Hey ... ...

Hunting in the mountains and playing in the mountains are two distinct concepts, and what Yu Jiansheng agreed to, of course, pertains to the former

Gently patting Zheng Haotian on the shoulder, Yu Jiansheng said warmly, "Haotian, go give it a try."

Yu Weihua made a face at him, wearing a proud smile

Lin Ting suddenly realized, glaring at Yu Weihua with indignation, but soon a hint of envy appeared in his eyes

Zheng Haotian responded and walked into the kitchen

Zheng Haotian nodded emphatically, then strode forward and stood in front of the stone pedestal

The confidence of humanity, or rather its ambition, is often strengthened alongside the growth of its strength. A minister standing at the pinnacle of power may harbor aspirations for the state, but a beggar on the verge of starvation will certainly not fantasize about becoming a king

His craftsmanship has also brought him substantial income, and the furniture he creates is renowned throughout the surrounding areas, with even the wealthy in Pianxi City willing to pay a high price to acquire it

Lin Tingyi was taken aback, a hint of doubt appearing on his capable face

Yu Jiansheng turned around and happened to see the envy and longing in Zheng Haotian's eyes

Yu Jiansheng turned around, clapped his hands a few times, and said loudly: "Brothers, it has been a month since the black bear last invaded. Although every household has surplus food now, we cannot afford to sit idly by and consume our resources. Everyone, prepare yourselves; we will start hunting in the mountains early the day after tomorrow"

It is already well known that Yu Weihua injured a black bear but inadvertently knocked out Zheng Haotian. Although Yu Jiansheng and the library felt proud of their son's performance, they also gave him a severe scolding. Today's incident was instigated by Yu Weihua and Lin Ting; if Zheng Haotian were to be injured again as a result, given Yu Jiansheng's temperament, he would definitely not let Yu Weihua off easily

With a breath and a sound, the stone pedestal had already left the ground, astonishingly lifted to before his lower abdomen.

After discovering an inexplicable increase in his strength, his courage also seemed to have inexplicably grown significantly.

The laughter around gradually faded away, and even the adults seemed to sense something unusual.

Yu Jiansheng rubbed his head and said, "Come with me, I have something to say to your father"

Yu Jiansheng stepped forward, reached out to take the stone pedestal from Zheng Haotian's hands, and nodded in satisfaction, saying: "Haotian, very good"

"Alright, let's give it a try." A resonant voice came from behind.

Zheng Haotian responded with a sound, standing in front of the stone pedestal, and took a deep breath

Watching the silent conversation between the two little ones, Yu Jiansheng smiled and shook his head, reminiscing about the friendship he had with Uncle Lin Ting during his childhood

Everyone was secretly amazed; for a ten-year-old child to achieve this is already quite remarkable

This is the first time he has actively requested to do something in front of so many onlookers

Zheng Haotian withdrew his gaze and said, "Village Chief, Lin Tingcai is thirteen years old; did you not also promise him that?"

The two individuals joyfully returned to prepare, as entering the mountains for hunting was not a trivial matter for them; there were many items to prepare.

Such weight is not exaggerated; apart from a few younger individuals, even the robust women in the mountains and several depicted in *illustrations* can lift a hundred-pound stone pedestal above their heads

His strange expression finally caught people's attention. Lin Ting exclaimed in surprise, "Haotian, you can't be serious about wanting to give it a try, can you"

At the moment Zheng Haotian lifted the stone pillar, he also felt considerable strain. A hundred-pound stone pillar may not be much for the adults here, but for him at that moment, it was still an unbearable weight

He extended his hand and grasped the handle of the stone pedestal, and the muscles in his body immediately tensed up

However, under the watchful eyes of the public, he truly did not want to give up

The sound of astonishment immediately echoed throughout the entire playground

In these several aspects, Lin Ting is indeed very talented

Although he still did not understand what had happened, he had already instinctively raised the stone pillar high above his head

Strangely, it seemed that there was a voice within Zheng Haotian's heart that was constantly calling out. This was his own voice, and no one else could hear it

At this moment, Zheng Haotian suddenly realized that he had an urgent desire to lift this stone pedestal, and to do so in front of everyone in the village

However, today Zheng Haotian's performance truly exceeded his expectations significantly

"Cheng Lian, it has been so many years since your sister-in-law passed away; you should consider finding someone new. A woman is still needed in the household," Yu Jiansheng said, shaking his head as he looked at his companion coming out of the kitchen.

His voice was youthful and resonant, carrying a distinct childlike insistence

Yu Jiansheng patted his shoulder and said, "You have been studying the internal martial arts for a month now, and your progress has been equally rapid. If all goes well, you should be able to condense a trace of true energy by next year at the latest. Do not lose heart, keep up the hard work"

He and Tu Shu are the only two hunters in Da Lin Village. It is precisely because of their presence that, despite the sparse population, Da Lin Village enjoys a considerable reputation among all the nearby villages, to the extent that even a large village like Wan Jia Village, which ranks among the top, does not dare to target them excessively

However, it is still truly astonishing that a ten-year-old child is capable of achieving this.

Yu Jiansheng stood before Zheng Haotian, his eyes flickering with a hint of surprise. This child, Zheng Haotian, was commendable in every aspect, yet he lacked a certain confidence. After all, the two companions he usually played with were three and four years older than him, leaving him with virtually no advantages in their presence. Over time, it was not surprising that such a character had developed.

"Weihua began learning the internal martial arts last year, and just a few days ago, he has already cultivated a trace of true energy, significantly enhancing his physical condition. Competing with him now would surely result in a steady defeat for you," Yu Jiansheng said with a smile.

You two should also prepare a bit. Yu Jiansheng thought for a moment and said, "Tomorrow, I will take you into the mountains"

He chuckled and said, "Haotian, there is no need to envy them. By the time you turn 14, even if you do not wish to go into the mountains to hunt, it will no longer be possible."

Yu Weihua and Lin Ting simultaneously exclaimed with excitement. Although they were not young anymore, they had not had many opportunities to enter the mountains. Especially for Lin Ting, this was the first time he had received the village chief's approval to be allowed to enter the mountains.

I can lift it up

At this moment, although he was somewhat flushed, it was not due to fear, but rather excitement. The feeling of being the center of everyone's attention seemed quite wonderful

Zheng Haotian hesitated for a moment, then insisted, "I want to give https://www.hetushu.com a try"

Everyone responded in unison, understanding that this major restructuring had come to an end. However, none of them felt any fear regarding the matter of entering the mountains for hunting

Zheng Haotian thought carefully for a moment and finally nodded in acknowledgment

Zheng Haotian returned home with a sense of trepidation, following Yu Jiansheng. His father, Zheng Chenglian, was busy preparing Chinese cuisine, and a fragrant aroma of meat porridge wafted from the kitchen, causing Zheng Haotian's eyes to instinctively brighten.

Lin Tingzhong responded heavily with a sound, he waved his fist at Yu Weihua, making a gesture.

After a lively half day, everyone dispersed, returning home to prepare their weapons and tools. Only Yu Jiansheng and three little ones remained on the playground

Suddenly, it felt as if a warm current was slowly flowing within his body, a sensation that was quite familiar. Every time he consumed the bear meat porridge, he would experience a similar feeling

The fresh air in the mountains and forests filled his lungs, and instead of calming him down, it made his heart race even faster

Yu Jiansheng's feet shifted slightly forward; as soon as Zheng Haotian showed any sign of being unable to support himself, he would step forward to take the stone pedestal.

When this feeling arose once again, Zheng Haotian surprisingly felt as if the stone pedestal in his hand had become lighter

Zheng Haotian's home is a rare all-wood structure in the village. Zheng Chenglian is a renowned skilled carpenter within a hundred-mile radius, and everything in his home is designed and crafted by himself

Lin Tinggong respectfully said: "Village Chief, Wei Hua and I have agreed to compare eight skills. My strength is not as great as his, so we should compare the others now"

Zheng Chenglian slightly curled the corner of his mouth and said, "After so many years, I've gotten used to it." He raised his head towards his son and said, "The food is ready, go help yourself."