Leaving After the Matter, Hiding My Achievements and Renown

Seeing Zhang Shiqing's reaction, Qin Jishi couldn't help but chuckle, "There's nothing to be surprised about. This is just normal procedure. Did you think the nickname 'Divine Doctor' was given for nothing?"

Zhang Shiqing: "..."

Qin Jishi ignored her and continued, "By clearing your meridians just now, your Profound Energy circulation speed will be twice as fast from now on."

As he spoke, Qin Jishi got up and returned to his seat.

"What did you say... from now on, my cultivation speed will be twice as fast?"

Zhang Shiqing stared blankly at Qin Jishi, her shock mixed with disbelief.

If someone told her that a pill could increase her cultivation speed, Zhang Shiqing would definitely believe it, as such pills weren't unheard of.

But~

To say that simply clearing meridians could permanently increase her cultivation speed, even Zhang Shiqing, having experienced it herself, found it hard to believe.

It was simply too astonishing.

"Don't believe me?" Qin Jishi said lazily, "If you don't believe it, you can try circulating your Profound Energy a few cycles yourself."

It was precisely Qin Jishi's inscrutable demeanor that made Zhang Shiqing believe him a little.

The two were silent, and Zhang Shiqing sat down cross-legged, beginning to circulate her Profound Energy.

An hour later, Zhang Shiqing's eyes snapped open in astonishment. Her circulation speed?

Filled with shock, Zhang Shiqing's lips parted slightly, "Qin Jishi, did you become a disciple of the World-Saving Pavilion?"

In Zhang Shiqing's mind, this was the only explanation that made sense.

"A disciple of the World-Saving Pavilion?" Qin Jishi shook his head, "Sort of, and sort of not."

"What do you mean 'sort of, and sort of not'?" Zhang Shiqing's delicate brows twitched. "It's either yes or no."

"Then no," Qin Jishi's words made Zhang Shiqing grit her teeth in annoyance.

"What an annoying fellow," Zhang Shiqing looked at him with complex emotions. "You clearly possess such profound medical skills, and you can cultivate, so why do you insist on hiding your Profound Energy?"

Zhang Shiqing's mind was a jumble of emotions. No one had noticed Qin Jishi's Profound Energy, which could only mean one of two things.

One, his cultivation surpassed everyone else's, at least the Earth Fiend Realm.

Two, he possessed some secret technique for concealing his aura, making it impossible for others to detect.

Compared to the former, Zhang Shiqing believed the latter was more likely.

Of course, either possibility indicated that Qin Jishi was extraordinary.

They had felt superior, viewing him as a clown, only to realize that they were the real clowns.

Zhang Shiqing fell silent... no, to be precise, she felt ashamed.

She shouldn't have looked at Qin Jishi with such judgment; how ridiculous.

Based on Qin Jishi's actions just now, it was an immense favor to Zhang Shiqing.

In response to Zhang Shiqing's question, Qin Jishi smiled faintly, "After the deed is done, I'll brush off my sleeves and go, hiding my merits and fame."

Zhang Shiqing: "..."

Qin Jishi's character made her feel ashamed, boundless.

Yes!

Perhaps in their eyes, they had all lost themselves in those baseless accolades.

"After the deed is done, I'll brush off my sleeves and go, hiding my merits and fame." How many could truly achieve this?

"Can you tell me your cultivation level?" Zhang Shiqing couldn't help but ask.

"Does it matter?" Qin Jishi's voice was still as calm as ever.

"I understand," Zhang Shiqing's gaze became even more complex. "You should rest well tonight."

As she spoke, Zhang Shiqing got up and walked towards the door, then quietly closed it.

The full moon hung high in the sky, casting its silver light. Standing in the courtyard, Zhang Shiqing was lost in thought for a long time.

What kind of person is he?

We were all wrong!

Hoo~

Just wait, I believe it won't be long before I can see through your cultivation.

Zhang Shiqing turned and walked towards the family's training grounds.

Inside the room, Qin Jishi didn't stand on ceremony. He lay down on the soft bed and drifted off to sleep.

The next day!

Qin Jishi walked out of his room and didn't see Zhang Shiqing. He assumed that after her meridians were repaired last night, she was now eagerly heading to the training grounds to break through to the Mystic Spirit Realm.

He arrived at the main hall, where Zhang Jinhua and the others had already arrived early.

After greeting everyone and exchanging a few pleasantries, Qin Jishi left the main hall.

On the way, disciples occasionally looked at Qin Jishi and discussed him.

"They say the Yang and Zhao families came because of Young Master Qin?"

"I don't think that's reliable. Who can compare to the Yang and Zhao families?"

"Honestly, Young Master Qin's natural strength is no joke. He crippled Liu Kai with one punch, tsk tsk tsk. Such a thing is simply unbelievable; I wouldn't believe it if I hadn't seen it with my own eyes."

"..."

Qin Jishi just smiled at the disciples' discussions and walked towards his room.

For the next three days, Zhang Shiqing did not show up, but Qin Jishi was enjoying himself.

Basking in the sun!

Sipping fine tea!

Teasing the maids!

Life was truly leisurely.

Indulgence leads to ruin!

A persistent nuisance!

Zhang Jinhua saw it all, but while he could tolerate it, Tang Xiulan could not.

"Who's blocking my sunlight? Move aside." Qin Jishi lay on the rattan chair, eyes closed, his face full of contentment.

"Useless trash that can't be polished." Tang Xiulan snapped, "Qin Jishi, get up."

"Aunt?" Qin Jishi opened his eyes and stood up, "May I ask what this is about?"

Looking at the displeased family disciples in front of him, Qin Jishi was confused.

"Qin Jishi." Tang Xiulan's face was full of displeasure, "You married into our Zhang family not to spend your days indulging in pleasure. The Zhang family does not support freeloaders."

"Aunt, you know I'm a good-for-nothing, yet you always pick on me. Isn't that beneath your status..."

Qin Jishi didn't finish his sentence before being interrupted by a scolding.

"How dare you speak to the Matriarch like that? Apologize immediately, or we will not tolerate it."

The one speaking was a thin young man, the eldest grandson of the First Elder, Zhang Cheng. He was second only to Zhang Shiqing among the younger generation of the Zhang family.

He had long been annoyed with Qin Jishi. A useless nobody, marrying Zhang Shiqing just because he received Elder Su's help? How could he? What right did he have?

Was it just because he had some strength?

Zhang Cheng didn't think so. In his opinion, Liu Kai had clearly underestimated him when they fought, and coupled with Qin Jishi's sneak attack, that's how he managed to gain the upper hand.

Tang Xiulan had called them here this time, clearly intending to teach Qin Jishi a lesson. He would naturally take this opportunity to properly discipline the man.

Qin Jishi twitched his eyebrows. "Are you talking to me?"

Hmph~

Zhang Cheng snorted, "Stop playing dumb. Apologize to the Matriarch immediately."

"Or else!"

Zhang Cheng shook his fist. "You should know the consequences."

Qin Jishi chuckled softly. "Come on, I'll stand right here. Let me see the consequences."

He finally understood. If he wanted to live comfortably in the Zhang family from now on, he had to make an example of someone. Killing the chicken to scare the monkeys, no doubt... and Zhang Cheng was that chicken right now.

"You're courting death." Zhang Cheng glanced at Tang Xiulan beside him.

Sensing Zhang Cheng's gaze, Tang Xiulan said in a low voice, "A little lesson is fine."

Receiving the instruction, Zhang Cheng's spirits immediately lifted. "Qin Jishi, oh Qin Jishi, since you insist on seeking trouble, I shall grant your wish today."

As he spoke, Zhang Cheng gathered Profound Energy in his fist and was about to strike.

"I'd like to see who dares to lay a hand." A slightly angry voice rang out. Everyone's gaze followed the source of the sound, and in the next moment, they were all stunned in place.