Chapter 2: The Dull World

May I ask what the young master intends to do

Do not be agitated, do not be agitated! Li You seemed unaccustomed to his intense reaction, It's just a small matter, just a small matter! Mr. Xu, tidy up a bit, bring along your usual weapon, and call a few of your personal guards, we shall head out!

But can one really be so leisurely? ... The tiger talisman left in the study by him emitted a faint glow once again ...

"Young Lord! What is your command?" After Xu Guang entered and paid his respects, he waited for a long time without receiving a response from Li You. Unable to help himself, he quietly raised his eyes and happened to meet Li You's gaze. Li You's eyes held a mixture of three parts curiosity and three parts longing... It was as if a child had spotted an intriguing toy. Xu Guang couldn't help but cough lightly and called out again, "Young Lord! Did you call for me?"

He, accompanied by the unparalleled martial artist Mr. Xu Guang from Jiazhou, fought his way from the east of the city to the west, and then from the north to the south. The abbot Yongxin of Guiyuan Temple was left with a head full of bumps, looking particularly like a Buddha statue; the master Li Zhichang of Baiyun Temple had his right arm broken, and it is feared that he will be unable to go out to perform rituals for at least two months! Even Master Xiaofeng from Shuiyue Monastery and the missionary Francis, who traveled thousands of miles across the ocean to Jiazhou, did not escape this calamity, ending up with bruises and injuries.

In those years, when Lord Li led the people in the construction of water conservancy, he often kept Young Master You by his side, frequently imparting guidance. The common folk who had met Young Master You unanimously praised him for being well-educated, reasonable, and compassionate towards the people. As a result, the entire populace of Jiazhou looked forward to Young Master You growing up quickly, so that he could inherit his father's title and official position upon reaching adulthood, continuing to govern Jiazhou. Naturally, they hoped to continue living a stable life under the wise Young Master You's rule.

Jiazhou is located by the banks of the Jia River in the southeast of the Great Wei, named after the Jia River. Due to its position in the plains, the rushing and roaring Jia River slows its pace here, not only irrigating the fertile fields of the people on both banks but also bringing a continuous flow of merchant ships to Jiazhou. As a result, the people of Jiazhou live much more comfortably compared to other regions of the Great Wei

Is there a difference between the martial arts in the army and those in the martial world

After staying in the study for three whole days, Young Master You finally began to call someone in, "Uncle Zhong, please help me call Mr. Xu over."

The servants of the Li residence moved swiftly. By the time Li You reached the entrance, a carriage that appeared unremarkable at first glance but exuded an air of nobility upon closer inspection was already waiting at the door. Xu Guang, accompanied by eight robust guards, stood firmly around the carriage.

What is even more commendable is that Lord Li, who governed Jiazhou, has always treated the common people with kindness. Whenever there were major disasters or minor difficulties, he would immediately reduce taxes. The tax revenue collected on ordinary days, aside from what was submitted to the court, was mostly used for the construction of water conservancy projects and the promotion of education and culture. Therefore, even though Lord Li has passed away for nearly two years, the people of Jiazhou still often remember this wise lord

This path is blocked! Li Youyu shook his head in frustration, closed his eyes, and leaned back in his chair, his right fingers incessantly tapping on the table, exuding an air of despondency.

Perhaps it was the protection of the late lord in the heavens, or perhaps the prayers of the common people moved the deities and Buddhas, but Young Master You recovered his health after lying in bed for a few days. However, the Young Master You who recovered seemed somewhat different! After sitting idly in bed for half a day, he drove the servants out and dove into the study, having his meals delivered to the study three times a day.

Having vented her frustrations, Li You leaned out of the window, observing the vast expanse of the Li residence and the servants coming and going in the courtyard. At last, a faint smile appeared on her face, "However, being a dandy doesn't seem so bad after all"

Ah, without lightness skill or internal power, without Buddhist or Taoist teachings, not even a trace of divine arts! This truly is a dull world!" Li You leaned on the windowsill, letting out a series of lamentations, his voice imbued with endless desolation

"Young Master! If it were not for the old lord, I would have lost my life long ago! Just give the order, and even if it costs me my life, I will ensure that the matter is resolved for you!" Xu Guang suddenly stood up and clasped his fists in response.

Xu Guangyi clasped his fists and smiled confidently, "It is not that Xu is boasting, but my martial arts were considered among the best in the entire army of the Great Wei back in the day! Although I have not been in battle for a long time, ten or eight strong men would still find it difficult to approach me!"

Now, the noble couple has passed away, and in the large courtyard bearing the plaque of the Li residence in the eastern part of the city, only the sixteen-year-old sole heir, Li You, remains, along with the loyal servants left by Lord Li for Young Master You.

The highest martial artist in the world is undoubtedly the Grand Instructor of the Imperial Guard, Yu Wen Chong! When I, Xu, followed the old noble in battle, I once sought guidance from Instructor Yu Wen, and after thirty exchanges, I was finally defeated! In my opinion, it would require another person of comparable skill to me to jointly defeat Instructor Yu Wen! I really cannot tell whether he is praising others or boasting about himself

Oh... oh, Mr. Xu, please take a seat!" Before Xu Guang could settle down, Li You eagerly asked, "May I inquire what level Mr. Xu's martial arts are considered in our Great Wei?

Since childhood, Xu has been taught internal strength by a renowned master, and to this day, he can break five bricks with his bare hands! As for his lightness skill, he can leap over an eight-foot wall as if walking on flat ground! After Xu Guang finished speaking, he straightened his chest and asked, "Isn't the young lord interested in practicing martial arts?"

"Is it only ten or eight?" Li You murmured softly, seemingly dissatisfied, her brows slightly furrowing before relaxing. She asked again, "Does Mr. Xu possess internal strength? Can he perform lightness skills?"

Ah! Li You's gaze shifted from longing to regret. She stood up and paced a couple of steps in the room, then suddenly turned around and asked, "Mr. Xu, who is the highest martial artist in the world? How do they compare to you?"

Since hearing about Young Master You's fall from his horse and subsequent coma a few days ago, the common people have spontaneously gone to various palaces and temples inside and outside of Jiazhou City to pray for Young Master You, hoping that this young nobleman can recover soon

In the study, Li You stared blankly at the tiger talisman. He had woken up in this world, transformed into a sixteen-year-old child. His name remained the same, still Li You, but his body had changed from over twenty to sixteen. All his belongings, including clothes, wallet, and phone, had vanished without a trace, leaving only this tiger talisman by his side. It seemed that his crossing into this world was due to it, and he truly had no idea what this new world was like.

First, go to Guiyuan Temple! Li You lifted the curtain of the carriage and sat inside, as the fine-footed steed he brought back from the northern grasslands trotted leisurely towards the city. From today onwards, Li You embarked on his path of indulgence.

Mr. Xu Guang, whose courtesy name is Zizong, was a subordinate of the old duke during his military campaigns. In gratitude for the old duke's life-saving grace, he followed him back to his hometown of Jiazhuo. Currently, in addition to serving as the chief steward of the duke's residence, he also holds the position of archery and equestrian instructor for the young duke. Upon hearing the young duke's summons, Xu Guang did not dare to delay and hurriedly came to pay his respects.

"Mr. Xu? Could you do me a favor?" After a moment, a gentle voice emerged as Li You reopened her eyes, seemingly having made a decision

This young lord inexplicably went out for a while, inexplicably beat up a few people, and then inexplicably threw a few ingots of silver at them to cover their medical expenses. Finally, he returned to the study of the Li residence, dismissed numerous servants, and stood alone by the window, gazing at the nearby Jia River.

Ah?! Xu Guang completely did not understand what was wrong with the young lord today. However, as mentioned earlier, for the Li family, he could risk his life; what does it matter to beat a few people?

The martial arts of the rivers and lakes are merely about exchanging a few punches by the roadside to earn a couple of coins! In terms of actual combat, they are far inferior to the martial skills in the military

Go beat up a few people