Chapter 5 Activation

How on earth should one choose this

Ten thousand taels of silver, who is in need of that ten thousand taels of silver

If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have dared to believe that this is the second young master. All along, I thought the second young master was a kind-hearted little boy who wouldn't even dare to harm small animals

Zheng Ming's gaze fell directly on his older brother, Zheng Heng, who was standing to the side

Zheng Heng, standing beside him, was momentarily taken aback. He knew who Zheng Ming was cursing. Although he harbored a deep-seated hatred for those individuals, he had never associated the four words that Zheng Ming had uttered with them.

Upon hearing that his father was back, Zheng Ming immediately stopped selecting his basic cards, bid farewell to Zheng Dali, and quickly ran home

Among them, there was even a strike that was merely three inches away from the heart

Zheng Heng intermittently said: "That... that family is currently preparing to eliminate the bandits of Tiger Roar Village, and my father was injured in that battle"

Before Zheng Ming's thoughts could fully form, the card that had always lingered in his heart, yet had never shown any signs of activity, suddenly began to flash rapidly at this moment, accompanied by a notification sound ringing in Zheng Ming's ears

Zheng Xiaoxuan is, after all, a child. After being comforted by Zheng Gongxuan, although she still has tears like a pear blossom, she no longer cries. Zheng Gongxuan then stands up and follows Duan Yangying back to the inner room to bandage her wounds

However, in this regard, Zheng Ming had his own methods. He smiled mysteriously and said, "Brother, are you really sure? Then don't expect me to help you with..."

Their own father fought for the opportunity with his life, yet they shamelessly occupy it. They are not without strength; if they want it, why don't they fight for it themselves? Truly despicable!

Elder brother, I will give you one more chance. If you still do not tell the truth, then in the future, regarding Sister Xiaoyue, I really...

The higher the cultivation level, the lower the efficacy

However, at this moment, Zheng Ming's curses made Zheng Heng feel particularly exhilarated, and he couldn't help but join in, shouting: "Son of a dog!"

Just as the laughter had just subsided, a harsh voice was heard in the living room cursing: "Son of a dog!"

Indeed, when the Second Young Master dealt with Qin Meng, I felt a bit apprehensive. If only the Second Young Master could attain a rank...

As he spoke, he turned his head, sighed, and murmured to himself: "Alas, regarding the matter of the second young master's entry into the ranks, I fear..."

Engineer Zheng Xuan's pursuit of this quota is solely for himself

Upon hearing this sound, the gazes of Zheng Ming and the others involuntarily turned towards Zheng Gongxuan, while Zheng Xiaoxuan, who was sitting on Zheng Gongxuan's lap and wriggling, suddenly burst into tears.

Engineer Zheng Xuan has a square face that exudes a sense of authority. In front of Zheng Ming and his brother Zheng Heng, he presents an even more serious demeanor

That... that is not the main family offering a bounty, stating that they need a tenth-grade expert to lead the family blood guards in a surprise attack on Tiger Roar Stronghold, is it

The reason for Engineer Zheng Xuan's effort to secure a quota was very clear to Zheng Ming: it was for him. His elder brother Zheng Heng had already surpassed the age limit; even if he were to enter the Blood Pool, it would be of no use. Meanwhile, his younger sister Zheng Xiaoxuan was still too young to withstand the violent energy within the Blood Pool

Ah, that... that child saw her homeless, so he felt a pang of compassion and took her in. Zheng Ming speculated in his heart whether something had happened to Zheng Gongxuan, while he casually responded with vague remarks.

Upon this thought, a warm current surged rapidly through Zheng Ming's heart, and tears flowed uncontrollably. At that moment, he felt that the figure of Engineer Zheng Xuan was so tall and imposing.

After all, those individuals are the esteemed elders within the family

Before Zheng Ming could finish his words, a hint of anxiety appeared on Zheng Heng's face. He rubbed his hands together and finally said: "Regarding this matter, I must emphasize, you must not let father know that I was the one who told you."

This opportunity may have been won by Engineer Zheng Xuan at the cost of his own life to help himself

At the Blood-Soaked Pool, Zheng Ming's expression changed dramatically. In that moment, his body trembled slightly.

At that moment, it was evident that a considerable amount of blood had seeped through the brocade robe at the left side of Master Zheng Xuan's body, instantly staining a large area of his purple robe.

Elder brother, what is going on? Didn't father go with you to pay this year's tribute to the family? How could you have sustained such serious injuries?

Zheng Heng patted Zheng Ming on the shoulder, his face revealing a look of resentment as he said: "Father charged into Tiger Roar Stronghold and happened to encounter the second stronghold master, Quick Blade Shen Keli. Under his quick blade, Father endured ten cuts."

Hmph, being a do-gooder is not something you can do like this. It's fine to be a good person, but the premise is that you must not end up harming yourself! Zheng Gongxuan shot Zheng Ming a fierce glare; his words were stern, yet within that sternness was a deep sense of concern.

Zheng Ming knows that his older brother, although somewhat simple-minded, is quite stubborn when it comes to doing things; once he has made up his mind about something, it is nearly impossible to change it.

The Blood-Blue Pool is a treasure of the Zheng family, hidden on the distant Camel Mountain within the territory of Qingchuan County, and its most important function is to allow those who soak in it to elevate their cultivation by one rank

The reputation value suddenly reached 1,500. Could it really be as Wu Bansian said, that this reputation value can still be plundered?

In order to avoid feeling guilty, he did not allow his brother to inform him of this matter. The surprise attack on Tiger Roar Stronghold, while not exactly a matter of life and death, had at least a fifty-fifty chance of survival.

The words of Zheng Ming were filled with resentment

The laughter echoed for quite a while before finally subsiding

At this moment, Zheng Ming's eyes were slightly red. His gaze was directed at Zheng Dali, who was standing right beside him. This was a total of 1,800 reputation points!

In the entire household, it can be said that only Zheng Xiaoxuan, this daughter, is exceptionally pampered.

Do not say that you encountered robbers on your way; the road from our Luming Town to the county seat is smooth and flat. Moreover, who would dare to rob our Zheng family's belongings in Qingchuan County?

For many years, the Zheng family has frequently attacked Hu Pao Zhai, but almost every time has ended in failure

Oh! At that moment, a cry of pain escaped from the dignified mouth of Master Zheng Xuan.

Over the years, these individuals have relied on the formidable terrain of Tiger Roar Stronghold, which is easy to defend and difficult to attack, and even against the Zheng family, they do not harbor much fear.

You might as well give it a try, after all, your brother won't be using it. Just put in the effort, but don't overexert yourself

While a few guards were discussing, Zheng Dali seemed to have thought of something and waved to the people behind him, saying: "Do not speak recklessly about things you do not understand"

"Haha, it is my own injury, so I do not blame you, my daughter!" Although Zheng Gongxuan's face was pale, he still gently comforted Zheng Xiaoxuan.

The family stated that as long as any tenth-tier expert is willing to undertake this task, they will be granted an opportunity to enter the Blood Pool

"You are just a woman, what do you understand!" Zheng Gongxuan waved his hand towards Duanyang Ying and then solemnly instructed, "Wait a moment, I will go meet that young lady and see what her purpose is for coming to our home."

However, that damned elder actually said during the discussion of rewards and merits that no one in our family was using that quota, and demanded that my father sell it to him! He wanted his third grandson to enter the Blood Pool!

At this moment, Engineer Zheng Xuan's darkened face appeared somewhat abnormal, and even his smile seemed a bit stiff to Zheng Ming

"Young man, I have not returned home. I heard that you have found yourself a wife!" Zheng Gongxuan said with authority as he saw Zheng Ming walk in, releasing Zheng Xiaoxuan's hand.

Zheng Ming was not unfamiliar with Hu Pao Zhai, a group of bandits that occupied the northwest part of Qingchuan County. It is said that their chief possesses a cultivation level of around the ninth rank

The imposing manner in which Zheng Gongxuan spoke, as well as his voice, was no different from when he left home; however, Zheng Ming noticed a hint of something unusual on Zheng Gongxuan's face

It is Zheng Gongxuan, who sometimes feels a bit helpless about Zheng Heng's persistence

Zheng Ming could imagine that if it were not for his sister inadvertently touching their father's wound today, and if he had not forced his brother to speak out, perhaps in a few days, when the Blood Pool opened, their father would casually say to him: "You little turtle, you are truly lucky, the quota for the Blood Pool just happens to fall to our branch in Luming Town"

Feeling as if a series of cards were flashing through his mind like a movie, Zheng Ming felt a wave of frustration. These cards were all facing down, and from the patterns, there was no discernible difference among them

At this moment, Zheng Ming truly felt what it means for a father's love to be as steadfast as a mountain

"Younger brother, you need not ask; father does not allow me to tell you." Zheng Heng hesitated for a moment, then simply spoke directly.

Zheng Heng rarely loses his temper, but in this moment, he resembles a wounded beast, tightly clenching his fists

When the reputation reaches one hundred, please select three cards as your basic cards

The Zheng family hall was filled with laughter and joy, which primarily came from Zheng Ming's sister, Zheng Xiaoxuan

Although Mr. Zheng Xuan appears to be very serious on the surface, his love for his son is profoundly deep

The reason why the Zheng family is able to dominate Qingchuan County is largely due to the role of the Blood Pool, although the energy accumulated in this Blood Pool can only be utilized once every ten years

"Attacking Tiger Roar Stronghold, hmph, that is the matter of the main family, my father does not need to participate at all, you did not tell me the truth." Zheng Ming said to Zheng Heng in a low voice, his expression changing.

Ten Blades, the Swift Blade Shen Keli! Zheng Ming firmly etched this name in his memory, but soon after, the name of the Grand Elder was also engraved in his heart

Doing this oneself is somewhat unprincipled, and more importantly, one cannot defeat him!

Zheng Heng is five years older than Zheng Ming. On his somewhat simple face, a hint of difficulty appeared at this moment, and then he stammered, "This... that..."

I just gave Qin Meng a beating, so his 1,200 reputation points now belong to me

Zheng Ming rubbed his hands and smiled, just about to speak, when Duan Yangying, sitting beside him, already said with a smile: "I think that girl is quite good, she is pretty and well-educated, and aside from being a bit older than Ming'er, she would be just right as Ming'er's wife"

Certainly, branches like Zheng Gongxuan from Luming Town are generally unable to secure a quota

Just when Zheng Ming was extremely frustrated, he heard Zheng Dali say: "Second Young Master, the Town Chief has returned, and he has instructed you to go home to see him"

You can rest assured, my brother," Zheng Ming said solemnly

In any case, that woman Fu Yuqing should be no match for her own father, so no matter what I say, she should have no objections

After the two brothers finished scolding each other, they exchanged a glance, and in that moment, both of them couldn't help but burst into laughter

However, Wu Bansian was also beaten half to death by himself, so why did the reputation points on him not accumulate to himself? Could it be that the beating he received was not severe enough, and he still needs to be beaten more severely?

Each opening is a significant event for the Zheng family, and the opportunity to enter the Blood Pool is often subject to various exchanges among the different factions within the family

Because even individuals with an average constitution have a fifty percent chance of achieving a rank as long as they can immerse themselves in the Blood Pool

What on earth is going on! Zheng Ming's voice was filled with intimidation at this moment

Although carrying the memories of his past life, Zheng Ming still has quite a strong affection for his father in this life. After all, despite his father's stern expression, Zheng Ming can still sense that behind this stern face lies a deep and meticulous care.

1,500 reputation points

However, soon Zheng Ming set aside such thoughts; after all, Zheng Dali was a brother who had fought alongside his father through thick and thin and had always treated him well

Certainly, this enhancement is restricted to adolescents aged between 12 and 15 years, and their cultivation level must not exceed the 10th rank

When Zheng Ming walked into the hall, he saw Zheng Xiaoxuan wrapped around Zheng Gongxuan like a cotton candy, her delicate white hands playfully tugging at Zheng Gongxuan's beard