The Effect of the Marrow Nourishing Soup?

In the small hut, Xu Yuan let out a soft sigh.

When his family's circumstances were still good in the past, his original self was still studying in a private school. Afterward, he would have to survive and fend for himself with his young body.

His elder brother felt guilty about this, always thinking that as the elder brother, he should have been more helpful but hadn't been able to do anything.

However, Xu Yuan knew very well that in this world today, being able to enter the Shangyang Family was already an excellent choice.

Once the news of being able to learn martial arts was released, even if he wanted to work as a laborer here in the future, he probably wouldn't be able to get in.

"Hoo!"

After digesting those unpleasant emotions, Xu Yuan exhaled a breath.

He then went to the backyard where the firewood was stored and casually split some large logs into strips before starting to practice Tai Chi Exercise.

Due to his aptitude, he encountered many problems with his stance practice, and Master Feng certainly wouldn't explain them to him one by one.

One had to know that the reason the Shangyang Family was willing to teach the laborers was to select outstanding talents.

If he were to ask whenever he didn't understand, it might be acceptable once or twice, but any more and others would think his aptitude was extremely poor, and they might simply give up on him.

Therefore, he could only learn by analogy, first improving his own aptitude before practicing his stance.

Now that he finally had some free time, he naturally couldn't waste a single moment.

His movements were unhurried, and every pose was performed with practiced ease.

Soon, Xu Yuan became immersed in it.

After an unknown amount of time had passed, he suddenly looked up and saw his elder brother curiously observing him.

"Why didn't Big Brother call me?" Xu Yuan chuckled when he saw the inquisitive look in his brother's eyes.

"I saw you were practicing intently,"

Xu Zheng's eyes flickered slightly as he waved his hand, saying, "Get ready to eat, your sister-in-law is back too."

The two brothers went to the main room and saw a young woman sitting at the square table.

This woman was only in her early twenties, with a slightly tanned complexion. Although she wore no makeup, her natural beauty was still evident.

Upon seeing him, she glanced at him indifferently before looking away, a hint of disdain in her eyes.

"Hello, Sister-in-law."

Xu Yuan smiled awkwardly, sensing her displeasure. He quickly took a few bites of his meal, put down the meat, and despite his elder brother's attempts to keep him, he claimed to have urgent matters at the manor and prepared to leave.

"Wait."

Xu Zheng suddenly called out to him and handed him a package from the side. "This is some clothing. The weather has turned cold recently, so be careful not to catch a cold."

Xu Yuan nodded at him. "Thank you, Big Brother. I'll be going then."

"Mm, you're alone in the manor, so be more tactful in your dealings. When communicating with others, remember to say pleasant things. No one dislikes hearing compliments. Remember..."

Xu Yuan listened, his eyes inexplicably stinging, and quickly interrupted him. "Alright, alright, why are you becoming so naggy like Mom? I'm leaving."

"Hoo!"

Reaching the alley, Xu Yuan's expression was complex. He touched the stiff part of the package and took it out. Underneath the old clothes, he found three qian of silver.

At that moment, he heard his sister-in-law's muffled argument.

"You're so righteous? You only earn three qian a month doing odd jobs, and you just hand it all over? I married into the Xu family when you were in debt, I was blind!"

"Don't we still have some savings? Besides, he's my only brother. Look how thin he is. What's wrong with me, as his brother, helping him out a bit?"

"With your brother, if he doesn't learn a proper trade and instead goes to do odd jobs, what great future can he have?"

"You don't know, A Yuan said there's an opportunity to practice martial arts at the manor now."

"Practice martial arts? The nephew of Aunt Wang next door practiced for half a year and accomplished nothing. And your brother is such a blockhead..."

"Alright, at worst, I'll just work more. We won't starve you..."

Xu Yuan pursed his lips but didn't go back to break up the fight, lest he escalate the marital conflict.

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Although his sister-in-law had always looked down on him, he still admired her in his heart.

His sister-in-law was the woman his elder brother was betrothed to in childhood.

After the Xu family fell into decline, she didn't break off the engagement. Instead, she married his elder brother with her dowry, and a large portion of the previous debts was paid off with her own dowry.

"They say if you enter the First Meridian Realm, you can become a Household Guard. The regular pay should be quite substantial then."

He clenched his fists, his eyes resolute... Martial arts, only martial arts could change his situation!

Xu Yuan closed his eyes and looked at the panel in his mind.

[Name: Xu Yuan]
[Skills: Tai Chi Exercise (Minor Accomplishment 8%), Stone Platform Stance Practice (Beginner 2%)]

[Aptitude: 3 (Mediocre Talent)]

"There's still plenty of time today. I'll continue practicing after I get back to the manor!"

Xu Yuan glanced at the sky and quickly walked through the streets and alleys, returning to the Shangyang Family.

Upon arriving at the manor, many laborers had already returned home. Now, taking advantage of their free time, they were steadily practicing stance exercises in the courtyard.

Of course, there was also a small group of people who simply sat and watched from a distance, occasionally laughing and joking. They were clearly very relaxed and lacked the determination for martial arts.

"Brother Xu is back?"

At this moment, a loud voice rang out. Li Shan ambled over, his expression clearly indicating he was in a good mood.

"Just got back," Xu Yuan nodded.

"After going back this time, I got some money from my family to try that Meridian Nourishing Soup. Want to go together?"

Meridian Nourishing Soup?

Xu Yuan's heart also burned with desire, but thinking of his empty wallet, he shook his head and refused, "Forget it, I can't afford it."

Hearing this, Li Shan furrowed his thick eyebrows. After some hesitation, he seemed to make up his mind. "Brother Xu, if you're short on cash, I can lend you some."

His father ran a small business at home and had always told him since he was young that one must make many friends, because where there are people, there are connections and circles.

Relationships between people were like a seesaw, lifting each other up so they wouldn't fall. You never knew when someone might be able to help you out of a difficult situation.

He had seen Xu Yuan these past two days, and although he was quiet, he was steady and methodical in his actions, which suited his temperament.

Spending a little money for this, his father probably wouldn't blame him.

"Thanks, Brother Li." Xu Yuan looked at him with surprise and politely declined, "Not for now. If I need it, I won't hesitate to ask."

Seeing this, Li Shan didn't insist further, and the two parted ways.

Xu Yuan saw that the kitchen was still closed and hadn't started serving food, so he walked to a secluded corner alone.

Once no one was paying attention, he immediately struck a pose and began practicing his boxing exercises diligently.

After repeating the routine several times, his body was steaming and he was sweating profusely, but his stomach felt increasingly empty.

So, he could only practice for a while, then rest for a while, to avoid exhausting himself.

This continued until it was nearly You Shi (7-9 PM), as the sky gradually darkened.

Xu Yuan retracted his stance, breathing heavily, and slowly walked out of the corner, ready to eat.

At this time, the laborers had also slowly gathered together.

Li Shan was among them. When he saw Xu Yuan, his eyes lit up, and he leaned in mysteriously, saying, "Brother Xu, this Meridian Nourishing Soup is truly incredible!"

"I was feeling cold and a bit weak, but after a bowl, guess what? My whole body felt as hot as if I'd just come out of a steamer, and I had endless energy!"

"No wonder Master Feng said it's best to practice stances with this soup. It's simply twice the result with half the effort!" Li Shan said with emotion at the end.

Xu Yuan also felt a pang of envy, but the intense hunger from his stomach made him dizzy.

It has to be said.

Brother, you smell so good!