Naming Names

Fang Mo watched the machine screen with some nervousness.

He had no idea what level he could reach this time.

According to Xie Changmin, reaching 60 counted as passing; only medicinal liquid that reached at least 90% could truly be considered qualified.

Beep! With a sharp sound, the machine finished its test, and data lit up on the display.

[Name: Dragon Tiger Vitality Liquid]

[Quality: Ordinary Low Grade]

[Energy Level: 68%]

Xie Changmin looked at the results, surprise stirring in his heart, but he immediately said blandly, "Only 68%. You barely passed—you've still got a long way to go!"

Yet inwardly, he was blooming with joy!

He had struck treasure!

How long had Fang Mo been studying under him? Yet he had already improved this much. Back then, Xie Changmin had not possessed such skill; it had taken him half a year before he could refine medicinal liquid of this quality.

Fang Mo scratched his head and said, "Yes, Teacher. I'll work twice as hard!"

Stroking his tiger-like beard, Xie Changmin said calmly, "Keep refining. This Dragon Tiger Vitality Liquid is my exclusive medicinal liquid. Once you can produce a finished product above 90%, you'll be able to eat and drink your fill just by relying on this formula!"

"Teacher, I'll definitely study hard!"

Fang Mo nodded and hurriedly focused on refining the medicinal liquid. There were still so many portions left—raising his proficiency by several dozen today would not be a problem.

"Good, very good!"

"A mere little martial arts school dares to threaten our Fang Family!"

After hearing the report from the fifty-something woman, Hu Yuehua angrily smashed the cup in her hand.

The woman frowned and said, "Madam, Guan Lie is a peak Transforming Realm martial artist and quite renowned in Yunyang's martial arts world. Though he is old, his Tiger Subduing Fist remains exceedingly domineering. He has also taught quite a few disciples, many of whom now hold positions in important Yunyang departments. That is why he dares to be so arrogant!"

"How outrageous! They're bullying us because we aren't a Martial Arts Family, treating us as though we're beneath notice!"

Hu Yuehua's face was so gloomy it seemed ready to drip water.

In today's world, martial artists reigned supreme.

Whether it was interstellar warfare or planetary colonization, martial artists were needed.

Only martial artists could rely on their powerful physiques to swiftly adapt to the climates and environments of different planets, fight powerful mutant beasts and savage Alien Races, and pioneer new worlds. Thus, the status of martial artists was incomparably important.

Though Yunyang's Fang Family possessed astonishing wealth, it was not a Martial Arts Family.

As a result, it was always suppressed by Yunyang's other five great martial arts clans.

The Fang Family also employed many martial artists as bodyguards and thugs, but they were generally below the Transformation Force level. Martial artists above the Transformation Force level would rarely become anyone's household guards; at most, they would accept patronage.

They would only step in when the family faced a crisis. That did not mean they would risk their lives for you.

Thus, Guan Lie's single declaration that he would come to their door left Hu Yuehua restless and uneasy.

Though furious, she could do nothing about it.

If Guan Lie truly fought his way to their doorstep, the matter would become huge.

A stepmother taking action against a stepson who had already been driven from the family—if word got out, it would not sound good, nor would it be easy to explain.

Outside, she had always maintained the image of a virtuous wife and loving mother. How could she allow it to be ruined?

"Aunt Sun, do you know any experts? If not, post a red bounty on the Dark Web and have Guan Lie removed. What does our Fang Family lack? We have money to spare. Is ten million enough? If not, then one hundred million!"

Her gaze fell upon Aunt Sun, murderous intent surging in her voice.

Aunt Sun's eyes grew thoughtful for a moment before she said, "Madam, there's actually no need to make things so troublesome!"

"What method do you have?"

Hu Yuehua asked, her eyes full of doubt.

Aunt Sun smiled faintly. "Madam, hasn't it recently been said that the Qin Family is cooperating with Xiongying Martial Arts School? And Xiongying Martial Arts School has been challenging martial arts schools everywhere. We can start from there!"

"You mean, have Xiongying Martial Arts School challenge Tiger Might Martial Arts School?"

"Exactly!"

Hu Yuehua's eyes lit up. Delighted, she said, "How did I forget about that? Aunt Sun, immediately arrange contact with the Qin Family. Didn't they come looking for us a few days ago, seeking cooperation?"

"As long as they defeat Tiger Might Martial Arts School, we're willing to give them thirty million in funding!"

[Alchemy: Beginner's First Steps (79/100)]

Fang Mo finished preparing all the Medicinal Liquid, and his proficiency rose to 79 points.

His progress had been rapid as well; he could already manage without Xie Changmin's guidance!

It was just far too time-consuming. He had spent the entire day in the alchemy room.

Beep beep!

Just as he finished his alchemy, his phone rang.

He thought it was Yue Jian, but when he took out his phone, he found that it was actually Xu Manli.

His brows furrowed. Didn't she usually send messages? Why was she calling him directly?

"Manager Xu, isn't there no match today?"

"Young Master Fang, this is an emergency. A fighter has specifically named you as the one he wants to fight!"

Xu Manli's clear, soft voice came through the phone.

"Sorry, I'm a little tired today!"

Fang Mo refused outright. He had been making medicine all day and truly was somewhat tired.

"Young Master Fang, please help us!"

Xu Manli's voice carried a pleading note, along with a soft allure. "As long as you're willing to fight today, we can raise your payment to ten thousand. On top of that, we'll provide you with ten jin of Exotic Beast Meat as compensation!"

Fang Mo was tempted when he heard that. He had just run out of Exotic Beast Meat.

With a thought, he entered the Bronze Mirror in his sea of consciousness, where golden text appeared.

[Tiger Subduing Stance: Entering the Hall (1228/5000)]

[Tiger Subduing Fist: Initial Glimpse of the Gate (967/1000)]

After this period of fighting in the ring and training madly, both his Tiger Subduing Stance and Tiger Subduing Fist had improved at breakneck speed.

The Tiger Subduing Fist was already nearing the moment of breakthrough. After thinking it over, he figured that participating in tonight's match would add another twenty or thirty points.

He would be able to break through by tomorrow!

"Fine, I'll go!"

"Thank you, Young Master Fang. Be sure to come on time tonight!"

Xu Manli's voice through the phone was seductive to the extreme.

Fang Mo hung up. After quickly washing up and eating a little, he headed for the Iron Stone Boxing Gym.

Just as he stepped out the door, two people emerged from the rear courtyard as well.

They were none other than Guan Lu and Chi Jing.

"Fang Mo is going out again?"

Seeing Fang Mo's retreating figure, Guan Lu's brows drew together slightly, displeasure showing on her face.

Chi Jing saw him as well and said coldly:

"Senior Disciple Sister, why bother with him? He won't amount to anything in his training anyway!"

"If he didn't live at the martial arts school, I couldn't be bothered with him either. But he does live here, and this will affect our school's reputation!"

She quickened her pace and went outside, intending to call Fang Mo back. But by the time she came out, Fang Mo had already gotten into a taxi and gone far away.

Chi Jing hurriedly said:

"Senior Disciple Sister, forget about him. The others should already be there. We need to hurry and get a good spot. There'll be Late Manifesting Strength martial artists fighting tonight!"

Guan Lu glanced at Fang Mo's taxi and said with a dark expression:

"Let's go!"

When Fang Mo arrived at Iron Stone, he saw Xu Manli again.

Xu Manli looked at Fang Mo with great curiosity.

She had practically watched him improve. He had now won eight consecutive matches and had gained a little fame at Iron Stone.

He had also brought Iron Stone considerable profits, so her attitude toward him had grown much friendlier.

She poured a cup of water and handed it to Fang Mo, smiling brightly as she said:

"Young Master Fang, thank you for coming. You've truly helped me solve a huge problem!"

Fang Mo accepted the cup with a faint smile.

"What's my opponent's strength?"

Xu Manli picked up a sheet of information from the table and handed it over.

"Ring name: Mountain Breaking Claw. He practices the Eagle Claw Technique. His punching force is about the same as yours, three hundred and fifty kilograms, but his hand techniques are extremely domineering!"

"The Eagle Claw Technique?"

Fang Mo was slightly taken aback. Then he looked at Xu Manli. "I don't know him. Why did he specifically name me?"

At that moment, thoughts flashed through his mind. Eagle Claw Technique... could he be from the Xiongying Martial Arts School?

Xiongying Martial Arts School had been making quite a name for itself lately, challenging many martial arts schools!

Xu Manli smiled faintly.

"Maybe they saw you get on the stage before!"

"Fine! I'll take it!"

Fang Mo nodded. He also wanted to see what kind of martial art the Eagle Claw Technique was.

He wanted stronger opponents too. His recent progress had clearly begun to slow!

Xu Manli watched Fang Mo's departing back, apology in her eyes.

Someone had indeed specifically named him, but it was not a contestant—it was Qin Yuanping.

Today, Qin Yuanping had once again challenged Chen Yeming to a match.

Qin Yuanping had come to reclaim his honor. Calling for Fang Mo was surely because of the grudge over losing ten million before.

She had kept Fang Mo well protected before, secretly sending him out every time.

Qin Yuanping had been unable to find him, so he wanted revenge in the ring!

She had not wanted Fang Mo to enter the match.

But it was not her decision to make. This was Young Master Chen's decision!