Chapter 10: Military Rations of Talismans, Invisible Traps

Fang Ning immediately agreed: "Then I will trouble you, Sister Ziwei. I will follow your lead."

Zi Wei nodded and said, "I didn't expect you to be quite knowledgeable, aware of the Purity Talisman and the Clean Garment Talisman. However, due to the collapse of the Qingzhou realm, the materials are scarce, and now each one is worth 3 gold. The last talisman is the Gentle Breeze Healing Talisman, valued at 10 gold."

Ziwei led Fang Ning into the backstage of the martial arts arena. Contrary to Fang Ning's expectations of going to the water room to wash with clean water, Ziwei took out a talisman and pressed it against Fang Ning. Instantly, the talisman was activated, transforming into countless streams of clear water that swirled around Fang Ning, erasing all the bloodstains on her face and the dirt on her body.

Zi Wei nodded and said, "Yes, this is a storage bag. Inside this bag, there is a storage space with a radius of one zhang. It can store anything that is not a living creature."

Finally, Zi Wei took out a talisman and activated it once more. Beneath this talisman, Fang Ning's tiger mouth automatically healed, the hidden injuries on his body gradually disappeared, and he felt his strength returning once again, vigorous and powerful.

Why can they freely use purification talismans worth three gold coins and purification clothing talismans, while I have to wash a single silver coin's clothing myself

Thank you, Sister Ziwei, it was so delicious, thank you very much

By the way, are you hungry? Come and have something to eat. I have roasted suckling pig and braised bear paw from hetushu.com. Which one would you like to eat

Upon witnessing this woman's extraordinary phenomenon, Fang Ning felt a stir in his heart and immediately realized that such a manifestation could only belong to a congenital powerhouse

At that moment, the host walked over and said to the other party:

Each box is equipped with four specially made steamed buns as the staple food, along with various sauces for seasoning, and utensils such as chopsticks, knives, and forks for use

Please follow me, I need to take up some of your time today. A distinguished guest has arrived, and the host needs to attend to him, so we can only wait for a while. I ask for your understanding.

They are doing this for that reason; they also want me to participate in the gladiatorial games in the future. This is their true intention

Fang Ning appeared youthful, yet harbored a depth of character. After a fierce battle, he was indeed famished, devouring the delicious bear paw and suckling pig voraciously. After a hearty meal, Fang Ning finished both dishes, clutching his stomach and unable to suppress a satisfied belch. He turned to Zi Wei and said

Ziwei's words are exceedingly polite, imbued with a sense of respect that makes it utterly impossible for you to refuse

However, we can take this opportunity to clean it up, what do you think?

Since you like it so much, when you return home, I will have someone deliver ten boxes of military rations to you

Zi Wei said: "You little money lover and - picture - book, but I have heard about your situation, you are truly a good child, taking care of your mother, it must have been hard on you

Fang Ning could not help but say: "Sister Ziwei, thank you so much. Have you healed my wounds? This, this must be the Purity Talisman and the Clean Garment Talisman, right? It is said that each one is worth 2 gold coins? The final healing talisman must be even more expensive, I suppose"

Zi Wei said: "Is it delicious? Actually, it's nothing special. At the auction house, this ordinary military ration costs 1 gold yuan for 4 boxes, while a better one is merely 1 gold yuan for a box"

Seeing this, Fang Ning exclaimed in surprise, "Is this a storage bag and military rations?"

Fang Ning was suddenly at a loss for choice. For much of the past two years, he had often subsisted on steamed buns and pickled vegetables, only managing to eat meat once every few months, let alone these delicious dishes.

Young man, stop looking and hurry to the backend to collect your money. This time you have struck it rich; look at this reward, it must be at least one hundred gold. Hurry, go now.

The host turned to Fang Ning and whispered, "This is the person in charge of the martial arts arena, Lady Ziwei"

Zi Wei took out another talisman and pressed it again, causing the bloodstains and filth on Fang Ning's clothes to completely disappear. Even the holes in the clothing were automatically repaired, transforming the once tattered garment into one that appeared brand new.

In the depths of his heart, Fang Ning thought: "Zi Wei, what does she intend to do? It is absolutely impossible for her to treat me without reason or to provide me with military rations; she must have an ulterior motive."

Zi Wei looked at Fang Ning and said: "Do not call me Lady Zi Wei; I am not that old. If you respect me, just call me Sister Zi Wei. The battle just now was quite impressive; indeed, heroes emerge from the youth."

This is a kind reminder for Fang Ning to be cautious and not to offend her

At this moment, the distinguished guest over there was leaving. Surprisingly, this distinguished guest was the elderly man who was the first to notice that Fang Ning was using basic swordsmanship in the martial arts arena. Zi Wei brought Fang Ning into the reception room of the arena's host.

Fang Ning was not polite at all; she picked up her chopsticks and began to eat. While eating, she expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Ziwei, saying: "Thank you, Sister Ziwei, this is so delicious"

With such desires, one will inevitably be drawn to them, fully immersing oneself in the arena of combat, constantly engaging in gladiatorial battles, earning money, and enjoying this lifestyle, becoming a true gladiator, earning money for oneself and for them. The final outcome will only be death in this land of blood and sand

As I arrived backstage, a graceful woman approached, draped in a light purple cloak. Greenish-blue mycelium grew from her temples and neck. These fungal plants, undoubtedly sprouting from her skin, did not detract from her beauty in the slightest. Coupled with a melodious voice, she was truly a sight to behold

This is roasted suckling pig and braised bear paw, which one would you like to eat

However, regardless of the circumstances, I still want to express my gratitude to Sister Ziwei. At the very least, she treated me and invited me to such a delicious meal. This is her assistance to me. No matter her intentions, help is help, and kindness is kindness. I must remember this and repay it in the future

Fang Ning grimaced in pain and said, "Sister Ziwei, thank you, but it's such a pity. This piece of clothing only cost one silver. Had I known it would turn out this way, I would have cleaned it myself. It would have been much better to exchange it for a gold coin."

Fang Ning saw Zi Wei, slightly nodded in greeting, and said: "I have met Lord Zi Wei"

After speaking, she directly opened both boxes. The redwood box opened, emitting high temperatures from the bottom, heating the food. One box contained two braised bear paws, bright red and glistening, instantly appealing to the appetite. The other box held half a roasted suckling pig; although it was only half, it was shiny and glistening, making one salivate at the sight.

Observing Fang Ning's deliberately exaggerated expression of greed, Zi Wei couldn't help but smile. Little did she know that over the past two years, Fang Ning's care for the elderly, his ability to read between the lines, and his knack for making people happy were merely his fundamental skills. All of this was an act, solely to amuse Zi Wei and gain her assistance.

Fang Ning took one last look at the fierce battle unfolding, then turned and quickly followed the host, running towards the backstage of the martial arts arena. Even amidst the intense fighting, he was not drawn by the imminent prize of the gold coin.

Ziwei noticed Fang Ning's difficulty in making a choice, and she said, "Alright, let's have both of these, so we won't have to choose."

I understand now, this is an invisible trap! She is enticing me; it is easy to transition from frugality to luxury, but difficult to revert from luxury to frugality. If I were just an ordinary young man, seeing these things and returning to my previous life, I would absolutely find it hard to control my desires

Having spoken, Zi Wei took out a small cloth bag from her waist, opened the bag, and retrieved two redwood boxes from inside. The bag was not large, measuring less than four inches, yet it was able to contain two redwood boxes, each measuring about one foot on each side.

Fang Ning immediately expressed his gratitude, and while speaking, he began to circulate his vital energy, absorbing the essence of the food to enhance his own vital energy

The redwood box is called "Military Rations," specifically provided by the Empire as supply food for soldiers. Delicious ingredients are processed with various herbs and then made into exquisite dishes, stored in special boxes that do not spoil or deteriorate for ten years. Upon opening, they automatically heat up and are ready to eat, containing all kinds of delicacies rich in endless nutrition, which are extremely beneficial for cultivation