Martial Path to Sainthood, Grand Feast for the World

The lanterns flickered, and the river in front of the door flowed gently, crashing against the rocks and splashing white foam.

The air was filled with the aroma of food and wine, along with a faint scent of locust blossoms wafting in from outside.

In spring, the locust trees are covered with blossoms; in autumn, the osmanthus blossoms fill the air with fragrance.

Huaiyin Prefecture may lack other things, but it has abundant Rain Water, many flowers and trees. A seed that falls from a bird's intestines can take root and sprout as long as it's not in water.

"My fellow disciples and Master, let me tell you, you're too late. You didn't see what our junior brother was like when he first came to the Martial Arts School, you'd never guess, hahaha!"

The windows were wide open, and the river breeze filled the room.

Xiang ChangSong had his arm around Liang Qu's neck, his face flushed, with the starlight reflecting on the vast river behind them.

He put one arm around Liang Qu's shoulder and moved the other hand up and down his body, finally settling on his neck.

"See? When my junior brother first came here, he was only as tall as me. He was dark-skinned and thin. I can still remember what he looked like."

Now look at him, tall and handsome, he slaughtered the Whale Gang without leaving a single survivor; he's already a great man!

Xu Zishuai shouted and jeering, "Is our great man ever married? Hahaha!"

Liang Qu was more relaxed in front of his senior brothers and replied without any politeness, "A great man should be matched with an extraordinary woman. I'm waiting for my Master's Wife to act as my matchmaker!"

"Then you'll have to wait behind Fourth Senior Brother; he's in line before you!"

Cao Rang, holding the wine jar, chuckled, "In my opinion, Junior Brother's transformation is what you call a gentleman's change of demeanor!"

"Yes! Sixth Senior Brother is indeed more learned; he has truly transformed like a leopard! Congratulations!"

"It is cause for celebration! It is cause for celebration!"

"Come on, everyone, let's raise our glasses and celebrate our junior brother's amazing transformation!"

"Congratulations, Junior Brother!"

Everyone raised their glasses in celebration.

Xu Zishuai put down his wine glass and smacked his lips. "The Drunken Immortal Brew from Lang Yun Tower is delicious, but I always feel it's lacking something."

Cao Rang in surprise, "Senior Brother Xu, have you been drinking too much and become picky about food? Isn't that a good thing?"

"Not good."

Xu Zishuai shook his head.

"Then tell me what kind of wine you like? If you can't, you're paying for all the drinks tonight!"

"That's easy. I guarantee that if I say it, you'll all agree."

"I don't believe it! You tell me! Master is right here, he'll make the judgment! You're not allowed to say that good wine from other places is cheating, it has to be from Ping Yang County!"

"Yes, it has to be in Ping Yang County."

"Am I the kind of person who resorts to dishonest means? Listen up, all of you, right here in Ping Yang County!"

Xu Zishuai hummed twice and shook his head.

Everyone straightened up and listened intently.

"The best time to Green Plum Wine is early May, in late spring and early summer! Don't you agree?"

The words bounced and clattered on the dishes.

All eight people turned their heads at the same time to look at the person in the first position.

"So that's why we suddenly changed the subject. Turns out, my few plum trees in the garden have been waiting for this all along." Yang Dongxiong shook his head with a chuckle.

"Don't worry, when the plums ripen in May, you'll all get your share! In which year have I ever missed out on the plums?"

Green Plum Wine is the best flavor.

In the past, people would boil wine and eat green plums; "boil" is just a figure of speech.

Nowadays, it is supplemented with rock sugar and other ingredients, and has truly become a unique sweet and sour wine.

Unfortunately, the season for green plums is too short. If you slack off even a little, the green plums will turn into yellow plums and lose their refreshing, slightly sweet and sour taste.

Throughout the year, there are only a few days or less when I can have a few sips of it.

Everyone was overjoyed.

"Master is the best teacher in the world..."

"Good news! Good news! Marquis Weining Enlightenment and Sainthood and become a saint! The whole world is celebrating! By His Your Majesty's decree, Grand Feast for the World five days! This will take effect immediately upon receipt of the news!"

"Good news! Good news! Marquis Weining Enlightenment and Sainthood and become a saint! Throughout the land..."

A powerful roar echoed from the street, accompanied by the rapid clatter of horses' hooves, drowning out the clamor of the entire restaurant.

Liang Qu was closest to the window. He leaned out and saw a figure quickly disappear at the end of the long street, leaping into the County Government Office and vanishing from sight.

"What did you see?" Xiang ChangSong asked.

Liang Qu shook his head. "I only saw a figure on horseback enter the County Government Office; it must have been a messenger."

Xu Zishuai looked around. "Did you hear clearly what they just shouted?"

"The Marquis Weining Enlightenment and Sainthood. His Your Majesty is overjoyed and Grand Feast for the World five days!"

"Grand Feast for the World" is a simplified version of "General Amnesty to All Under Heaven".

Once the order is issued, all Prefectural Office agencies from top to bottom must provide wine, meat, and grain so that the people can drink and eat heartily together.

All transactions, including those at taverns, within five days are tax-free.

Tax exemption allows for lower prices and attracts more customers.

It's not just about food; many minor offenses are released early, such as fighting and gambling. Arrests are also much more lenient. Unless it's a serious crime, they won't bother with you at all.

The situation of "Grand Feast for the World five days" lasted for a full five days.

After a while, deafening cheers came from the restaurant downstairs, and soon a waiter came to deliver the good news.

"Dear guests, His Majesty is currently in Grand Feast for the World, and my manager has announced that starting today, all expenses will be 20% off! We hope you will come often to share in this joyous occasion!"

The group looked at each other in bewilderment.

"So it's true? Another Young Dragon Martial Saint has appeared in the world?"

"Master, have you ever heard of Marquis Weining before?"

Yang Dongxiong nodded. "When the current emperor was still a hidden dragon, this man served as the Crown Prince Grand Protector. He was a very low-key person, and we had never heard much about his deeds. It is indeed a joyous occasion that he has attained Great Dao today."

"Martial Saint."

Liang Qu was filled with emotion.

The term "Martial Saint" is too distant and has almost nothing to do with ordinary people.

I never imagined we would have even the slightest interaction today, though it was only one-sided.

Cao Rang exclaimed with delight, "I never expected that Marquis Weining would become a Martial Saint today, and we can also benefit from this honor!"

"Absolutely! Absolutely! With a 20% discount on expenses, I'll buy a few more jars of wine to take home and store!"

"Come on, come on, the big shots' affairs don't affect us. Let's just live our own lives. Keep going, nobody's leaving here standing up today!"

"Call."

Liang Qu woke up from his sleep and sat on the edge of the bed, feeling dizzy.

He doesn't like drinking and doesn't drink much. He only drank some yesterday because of the special circumstances, and he didn't expel the alcohol through his internal energy, so he was somewhat affected.

If the visceral Viscera Gate were opened, this wouldn't happen; the functions of the five internal organs would be greatly enhanced, and mere alcohol...

Liang Qu, wearing shorts and barefoot, walked out of the courtyard, where a thin layer of mist hung in the air.

The Yellow Earth in the courtyard had turned dark brown from being soaked in water, and puddles of water could still be seen gleaming in several mud pits.

Silver raindrops dripped from the eaves onto the bluestone slabs in the courtyard, shattering and leaping.

It rained last night, and raindrops are still dripping from the eaves. A few earthworms are burrowing back into the mud along the stone slabs.

Liang Qu felt the damp air, took a deep breath, and the Water Mist flowed through his lungs, turning into a refreshing coolness.

Slowly exhaling hot air, Liang Qu closed his eyes, moved his feet, and assumed the stance of the Ape Fist.

He practices this boxing style, which he first learned, every morning. Now he is becoming more and more proficient at it. Even if his Senior Brother Hu, who taught him, came over, he wouldn't be able to perform it better.

Bang! The mist suddenly gathered and flowed, swirling and mixing like a Whirlwind, swirling around me.

Liang Qu swung his arms like a monkey, his muscles and bones twisting together, each punch and kick making a loud bang.

Shoulders, hips, elbows, knees, hands, and feet are unobstructed.

Mind, intention, energy, and strength must all be in harmony.

On snowy nights and moonlit nights, the State of Mind becomes clear; when encountering the gentle spring breeze, the mind's realm naturally becomes harmonious.

The universe shapes the human heart, and they are perfectly integrated.

Those faint blushes from the alcohol seemed to Medicinal Guide as a catalyst, drawing the body's Qi and Blood to boil and flow continuously into the body.

"Martial arts techniques can be changed."

Liang Qu suddenly realized something, and the punch he was supposed to throw suddenly veered off course, like a gazelle hanging its horns, leaving no trace.

The surrounding Water Mist grew thicker and thicker, condensing spontaneously in the force of the punches, as if draping Liang Qu in a white robe.

"Amend the law..."

"Exceptional Root Bone, and even his comprehension is like this?"

The Old Monk stood in front of the door, his eyes shining.

On the street, the imperial guards rode up, glanced at the door plaque, confirmed that the address they were looking for was correct, and were about to shout loudly when they suddenly found that they could not make a sound. All the air in their throats vanished without a trace.

The imperial guards were filled with terror.

"I apologize for any offense, and I hope Benefactor be patient and wait a moment."

The Old Monk bowed deeply.