Precious Meat

"Ouch!"

A scrawny young laborer was violently kicked out of the kitchen. Then, Fatty Wang's bulky figure strode out, his face contorted with fierce malice:

"Get lost! If any of you can't keep your eyes open, I'll carve you up with a knife!"

The young laborer knelt on the ground, begging for mercy and kowtowing.

However, Fatty Wang ignored him. Upon seeing Xu Yuan, dressed in blue, his face instantly broke into a smile. He hurried forward and said, "Yo, a Martial Master has arrived! I apologize for not welcoming you sooner. What can I do for you?"

The other laborers, who were working, also looked over, their eyes filled with curiosity and awe. They had never seen this Martial Master before?

"I used to be a laborer here too. I just came back to take a look," Xu Yuan glanced at him, his tone flat.

"Whoa, so you're a hidden dragon returning from the abyss, coming home in glory! This is like the Dragon King's temple being flooded by the Dragon King himself!" Fatty Wang's face lit up with surprise, and he praised Xu Yuan endlessly, though a hint of confusion flickered in his eyes.

This person had become a Second Pattern Household Guard at such a young age, which showed exceptional Aptitude. And he had come from here... but why did he have no recollection of him?

If Wang Huan were here, he would recognize him. But Xu Yuan had acted very discreetly back then, and with so many laborers rotating through, it was truly difficult to remember everyone.

"It's almost noon, would you like to have a simple meal here?" he asked cautiously.

"No, I'm waiting for Martial Master Feng here." As soon as Xu Yuan finished speaking, a loud voice suddenly came from the distant gate:

"Is that Xu Yuan?"

Feng Xiao was about to come here for a meal when he spotted the rather conspicuous Xu Yuan. Xu Yuan was now dressed in blue, standing tall, his imposing presence undeniable.

While feeling emotional, he smiled and chided, "You should have let me know earlier. Why wait until now?"

Seeing that the two had a familiar relationship, Fatty Wang excused himself and wisely withdrew.

"I just had some free time, so I thought I'd drop by," Xu Yuan smiled.

As the two met, Feng Xiao first inquired about the assessment results. Then, he noticed the food and wine Xu Yuan was carrying. He felt both gratified and reproachful, leading Xu Yuan towards his residence. As they walked, he said, "You just broke through, and your monthly stipend hasn't been paid yet, right? We can just eat a meal at the place we were just at. Why bother spending money?"

He genuinely cared for Xu Yuan, which was why he said this. If it were someone else, they would surely want the display to be grander for their own face.

Feng Xiao's room was quite simple, not large. Besides a bed, there was a small table and a cabinet. There weren't many items, and it was kept tidy.

Xu Yuan put down the food and wine, laying them out one by one. When the last food container was opened, a peculiar fragrance wafted out.

"This is... Precious Meat?" Feng Xiao exclaimed in surprise.

"Indeed, Master Feng has sharp eyes."

This was the change in Xu Yuan's 'diet' after advancing to the Second Meridian. Besides free meals, he could also purchase one jin of Precious Meat at a discounted price of two silver coins.

It's worth noting that the price of pork and lamb nowadays fluctuated around ten to twenty wen.

The price of one jin of Precious Meat could buy over ten jin of other meats.

After registering, Xu Yuan went to the Pill Hall to buy the Precious Meat. He then took it to an outside restaurant to be cooked, along with the other dishes and wine, before bringing it all over.

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Feng Xiao looked at Xu Yuan with a complex expression upon hearing this, feeling deeply gratified. He then picked up his chopsticks, took a slice of Precious Meat, and placed it in Xu Yuan's bowl:

"This is a good thing. It can accumulate Blood Essence and strengthen bones and muscles. However, you giving it to me is a bit of a waste... I've been stuck at the Second Meridian bottleneck for years. No matter how much Blood Essence increases, it's useless."

"Whether it's useful or not, satisfying one's appetite is good. I heard this Precious Meat is famously tender and delicious."

As Xu Yuan spoke, he also placed a slice for Feng Xiao and immediately put the meat from his bowl into his mouth and chewed. The meat had no fishy smell at all and was exceptionally soft and tender, melting away with a mere press of the tongue.

This restaurant had clearly handled Precious Meat for people often; their technique was skillful, and the taste was excellent.

After swallowing, Xu Yuan felt a warmth spread through his body, gentle yet not scorching, very comfortable, like drinking sweet dew.

"How is it? Tastes good, right? This Precious Meat is even slightly more effective than the Blood Activating Pill. For the period you take it, your speed of refining Blood Essence will increase significantly."

Seeing the surprised look on Xu Yuan's face, Feng Xiao chuckled.

"However, this item is difficult to obtain and is quite scarce throughout the entire Shangyang Family. Therefore, Second Meridian Martial Artists can only purchase it in limited quantities."

Xu Yuan secretly circulated his Blood Essence and indeed achieved considerable results. His eyes couldn't help but light up: "It truly is a good thing!"

He immediately asked, "By the way, Master Feng, where does this Precious Meat come from?"

"What, you're tempted?"

Feng Xiao chuckled, glancing at him, and explained, "However, I actually do know some information about this Precious Meat."

"The so-called Precious Meat, its name is intimidating, but it's actually nothing extraordinary. It's just the meat of those Spirit Beasts."

"They are different from us Martial Artists. They grow relying on their innate talent, consuming precious herbs and spiritual springs in the mountains. Over time, they develop sentience, hence they are called Spirit Beasts."

"Based on the depth of their skin color, they are divided into nine variations, from one to nine, corresponding to the Martial Artist's Nine Realms of Meridian Opening."

He briefly introduced some Spirit Beasts and then sighed, "Speaking of these Spirit Beasts, they are treasures from head to toe. Their hides can be made into armor, offering defense and weakening strength. As for the meat, you already know its effects: enhancing Blood Essence and physique."

"It is said that there are even higher-level Spirit Beasts, but those are beyond our knowledge."

Xu Yuan listened with great interest. This world was indeed not simple, with so many rare and exotic beasts.

"Let's get back to business." Feng Xiao coughed twice and took a sip of strong liquor from his cup:

"You have to choose your assignment the day after tomorrow. These Spirit Beasts are not difficult to find. If you go to guard the medicinal fields, you will encounter them from time to time. They are quite troublesome..."

"Besides that, there are other assignments."

Hearing this, Xu Yuan perked up, raised his wine cup, and clinked it against the other's: "Master Feng, please elaborate."

Feng Xiao drank another mouthful, a slightly tipsy look on his face: "Our Shangyang Family has developed rapidly these past few years, essentially encompassing most of the Prefecture City's businesses and land. What remains in the northwest is that established power, the Bai Family."

"Our current assignment scope is roughly in the eastern part of the Prefecture City, divided into Level 1 to Level 4 areas based on how closely they border the Bai Family."

"The deepest part is Level 1, located behind the Shangyang Family's estate. It's been managed for a long time, is very profitable, and also safe. However, you can forget about it without some connections."

Xu Yuan found this to be normal.

Having been managed by the Shangyang Family for so many years, they would naturally place their elderly, young, women, and children in this rear area. Those who interacted there would certainly be relatives and acquaintances, making it impossible for ordinary people to get involved.

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