Chapter 1, Recruitment at the Evil Tiger Stronghold
After speaking, he waved his hand, and the clerk beside him immediately became busy
It is merely that the youth lacks strength; each time the blade is wielded, it is sharp in technique but insufficiently fierce in execution
It is rather unflattering to say that he might as well practice Sanda routines, as at least the exercise would be effective and would not harm his body
Most importantly, in the village where Wu Dong resides, nearly all of the more than ten households consist of the elderly, the weak, the sick, and the disabled. Without the protection of the mountain stronghold, it would be difficult for them to survive.
Oh, isn't this Xiao Dong? How did you end up in such a predicament
The body movements are agile and flexible, and the wooden sword in hand is skillful and fierce. Although it may not appear very elegant, it is indeed a practical and injurious sword technique
Do not rush, do not rush, hold your own badge and queue up to move forward
I am talking to you, do you know that you are supposed to line up according to the rules
Casually tossing the small wooden sword onto the small shelf under the eaves, I walked over to the water tank in the corner of the fenced yard to wash it, while curiously asking.
Today marks the annual income collection day at the Evil Tiger Stronghold
Today is a good day. Under the playful urging of the younger brothers, Wu Dong generously decided to slaughter the wild chickens that had been caught just a few days ago in the chicken coop, and he began to prepare Beggar's Chicken right in the courtyard
Brother Dong, Brother Dong, the counterfeiters have gathered people, let us hurry over!
At this moment, Wu Dong felt quite pleased. After more than five years of traversing and being reborn, he finally had the opportunity to receive the system's martial arts training.
The stronghold does provide some care for its followers; all the houses in the village are made of brick and tile. Compared to the thatched cottages and mud houses of the impoverished families outside, this is significantly better
Upon encountering Wu Dong and his group, several young men dressed in satin outfits displayed a slight smirk at the corners of their mouths, revealing a sense of disdain
What were you just shouting
The condiments at home, as well as those from hetushu.com, were all acquired with considerable effort. There are also various fresh and preserved mountain delicacies in stock
Amidst the crowd, there were robust men dressed in green attire, exuding a fierce aura as they maintained order, occasionally shouting and scolding.
Indeed, at this moment, all of Wu Dong's relatives have passed away, and he is a standard orphan
From the perspective of Wu Dong's rich experience in kinematics, regularly practicing these life-threatening techniques not only yields average training results but may also cause injuries to the tendons, bones, and muscles
The boy in the fenced yard was indistinct in appearance, and his height and build could not be discerned. At that moment, he was wielding a small wooden sword, rolling and tumbling on the soft, muddy ground
Anyone within the jurisdiction of the Shanzhai area, who aspires to change their fate by joining the Evil Tiger Stronghold, or who simply wishes to have enough to eat, as long as they are of suitable age and in good health, has basically come over
Hearing the shouts of his companions in the village, he did not stop his rolling in the mud, but instead completed a set of ground-cutting techniques meticulously before suddenly leaping up from the ground.
It is evident that relying solely on Sanshou routines for practice will at most enhance physical fitness and provide some unarmed combat skills, but it has little effect on the actual combat of a true martial artist
Inside, there were the recently received garments and footwear of an outer disciple, as well as some daily necessities distributed by the mountain.
Fortunately, the martial arts are flourishing in this unfamiliar world, and the unique environment allows him to be exposed to various martial arts at such a young age
The three little brothers who gathered around were drawn in by the game he occasionally hunted, gradually becoming his close companions
Indeed, several individuals came to admire the barefoot boy in the picture book with great envy
The tall and thin boy among the barefooted youths could not help but speak eagerly upon hearing this
He still puts a lot of effort into food
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At this moment, a couple of barefoot boys, their faces full of excitement, ran wildly to an old courtyard fence at the entrance of the village, shouting loudly at their peers who were practicing martial arts in the yard
When he was young, the village over there would not allow him to visit frequently
Faced with the scolding of the men, the youths in line and their families were filled with fear and dared not speak, their eyes inevitably revealing a look of envy and longing.
If there were any knowledgeable practitioners present, they would certainly recognize that the young man's skill with the saber has already reached a level of proficiency akin to that of a master.
The sturdy man guarding the gate clearly recognized a few individuals, and upon seeing Wu Dong's disheveled appearance, could not help but tease him
Each move is executed with precision and fluidity, and has even begun to seamlessly integrate with the body's movements
However, there is a distinction between striking exercises and genuine combat martial arts
This village is one of the strongholds of the Evil Tiger Stronghold, inhabited entirely by lower-level members and their families
Nothing dramatic like "the dog relying on the power of its master" or "the rich bullying the poor" has occurred; this is not a place where young people can run wild
It is precisely because he has witnessed the brutal battles among martial artists, as well as some dark matters in the village, that his interest in cultivating martial arts is not merely a simple curiosity, but also accompanied by a pressing desire to become stronger
With a powerful kick of the left leg, the body rolled sideways in the mud, the wooden sword in hand thrust forward and swept, turning the slightly elevated mud mounds into a mushy mess.
Here, a group of youths has also gathered, of similar age to Wu Dong and the others
What are you pushing for? Are you in a hurry to be reincarnated
The other boys, however, did not react much to https://m.hetushu.com, merely glancing at it.
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Indeed, he is a typical individual who has traversed time and been reborn. He crossed over when Wu Dong was originally five years old and suffering from a severe fever, and it has now been a full five years since then
A look of joy flashed in Wu Dong's eyes, and disregarding the mud and dirt on his face and clothes, he suddenly straightened his chest and exclaimed: "Let us hurry over..."
One by one, they are well-dressed, with rosy complexions, and their physique and vitality are far superior to those of their peers from impoverished families who look like beggars on the streets.
As internal members of the Evil Tiger Village, their treatment is naturally different from that of outsiders
Hey, do you know what? My brother Dong just finished practicing martial arts, and upon hearing the news about recruiting people in the village, he hurried over without having time to tidy up
Stepping out of the fenced courtyard with great strides, he naturally became the center of attention for several barefoot youths, heading towards the nearby Evil Tiger Village.
Brother Dong, the workshop has started recruiting, let's hurry over there
While he was wandering in this village, he witnessed the true combat of martial artists, where every blade was lethal and every sword strike was heart-stopping; a moment's carelessness could lead to either death or injury
Before Wu Dong could speak, the younger brother beside him couldn't help but interject, his tone quite aggressive
Today, the Evil Tiger Village is bustling with activity, as the village gate has been wide open since morning, allowing a large number of youths and their families to pour in
The villagers do not need to pay taxes to the government for the fields and vegetable gardens they have cultivated nearby, and they even often receive financial and material support from the local bandits, making their lives certainly not difficult
With a hand pressed against the ground, the body, covered in mud, rolled like a灵猿, suddenly squatting deeply, leaning forward to slash horizontally with the knife
On the other side, Wu Dong, covered in mud from head to toe, arrived at the village with three younger brothers. Upon witnessing such a lively scene, he could not help but show an expression of excitement.
In front of each wooden table, there is a long queue of impoverished youths holding small wooden plaques, eagerly and excitedly stepping forward to register their names and family circumstances
In the training ground of the Evil Tiger Village, the crowd surged, and a row of wooden tables was arranged in a long snake formation at the center, while the logistics clerk seated in the back was diligently writing and registering.
Unfortunately, my parents, who have passed away for more than two years, were merely ordinary members of the Evil Tiger Village and did not possess any profound martial arts skills, nor did they even have any particularly powerful techniques
The family has inherited wealth left by deceased elders, along with a counterfeit regular subsidy, and life is quite stable, even to a rather good standard
After returning the large burdens to their respective homes, several youths gathered again in the courtyard where Wu Dong lived alone
Wu Dong smiled gently, reached out to stop his younger brother from speaking out defiantly, and led the group directly through the door towards the small training ground beside the large parade ground.
Indeed, it is dull and tedious; the only places in my life circle are the remote village where I reside and the nearby Evil Tiger Village.
Ah, it seems that Brother Xiaodong has quite the ambition, does he wish to directly enter the inner hall
The gatekeeper had been waiting here for quite some time. Seeing that most people had arrived, he stood up and greeted them directly: "I won't say much about the rules; you are all members of the clan. Please register first and then report directly to the outer hall"
If it were not for the fact that most of them are accompanied by family members, just looking at their haggard faces, emaciated figures, and their tattered clothes patched upon patched, one might mistakenly think that a beggars' association is holding a conference
When I reached the main gate of the village, I found that I had an additional large burden on my back
The body curled forward, and the wooden sword in hand struck down forcefully in front of the books, carving a long mark in the soft muddy ground
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It is merely a farming technique widely circulated among the lower-tier members of the Evil Tiger Stronghold, which is truly nothing more than a desperate means of fighting, involving eye gouging, chest stabbing, and kicking the groin, relying entirely on a surge of reckless courage and ferocity in confrontations
For the past five years, I have been cautious and tried my best not to appear unusual, gradually blending into the current monotonous and tedious living environment
It is said that the lives of the impoverished families outside are extremely difficult, as they not only suffer from the harsh exploitation of the authorities but also endure the brutal oppression of gangs. Additionally, they must rely on the mercy of fate, and describing their situation as one of deep water and scorching fire is by no means an exaggeration
On the edge of the jurisdiction of the Evil Tiger Village in Black Tiger Mountain, there is a small village leaning against the ridge
Hey, then I shall take your kind words as advice!
Several youths returned to the village joyfully, without causing any stir
During this period, Wu Dong and his younger companions remained silent, and when it was their turn, they honestly reported their names and specific circumstances, following the main group into the outer hall of the stronghold.
The burly guard did not get angry; he simply smiled and continued to tease, "This matter is not easy at all!"
This is the preferential treatment that the counterfeit organization extends to its own disciples; not only do they enter as outer disciples, avoiding the need to waste time and energy working as menial laborers for a year, but they can also 'commute' while receiving training in the outer sect.
Oh, is the counterfeit operation starting to recruit people now
The accommodation conditions for outer disciples are not very good; at least eight to ten people share a dormitory. Where can one find the comfort of living at home?
Wu Dong is quite interested in martial arts; in his previous life, he was an athletic enthusiast who dabbled in various disciplines such as sanda and taekwondo, although he was not particularly proficient in them
The village is not large, and one can see the entire layout at a glance, consisting of about ten households