Several days later.
Xi Creek District, Wushan Prefecture
The booming sound of drums echoed through the neighborhood.
People dressed in bright colors and wearing chicken feathers on their heads paraded in the streets in large groups.
They pushed carts filled with flowers, some performed acrobatics, some danced as they walked, and some had snakes, monkeys, and minks swimming all over them.
A diverse group of people formed a large, mobile procession.
Large crowds of onlookers lined both sides of the procession.
On this day, the rich and the poor are all brought closer together.
They threw flowers, vegetable leaves, handkerchiefs, and even newly hatched chicks forward.
Everyone had a happy smile on their Upper Capital.
On the right side of this block, at the top of the tallest six-story restaurant.
The members of the Commerce Affairs Office were gathered together eating, resting, and relaxing.
Zhang Rongyu and Suda Heqi stood by the window, looking down and keeping a watchful eye on any potential troubles.
Zhang Rongfang, Lu Mei Sha, and others watched the spectacle from another window.
The rest of the mansion's martial arts instructors, stewards, guards, servants, etc., are on other floors.
The entire restaurant has been booked by the Commerce Affairs Office today.
"Today is the annual Wushan Prefecture Witch Festival. I thought it would be the same as in previous years, but I didn't expect such a big commotion this year," Suda Heqi said with a smile.
"Perhaps it's related to the collapse of the Huang Family a few days ago and the defeat of the Sweeping Mountain Tiger," Zhang Rongyu said with a smile.
"Everything is changing for the better, so everyone is naturally happy."
"That's true."
Suda Heqi held his wife's hand.
"By the way, Mei Sha, what do you think of the person you found for Rong Fang? Rong Fang is getting on in years, and he'll eventually have to settle down and start a family. Only after settling down can he focus on his career."
"Don't worry, I've found her!" Lu Mei Sha assured him, crossing her arms. "I considered many things and found a gentle, beautiful, virtuous, and well-educated young lady."
"That's good, Rong Fang. You should also control your temper. Don't scare people." Suda Heqi always heard his wife say that his brother-in-law had a bad temper and was so stubborn that even ten oxen couldn't pull him back.
He didn't believe it at first, but who would have thought that this kid almost caused trouble as soon as he arrived in Wushan Prefecture.
In front of so many people, he attacked Fang Wenxuan, the Young Master Fang. Fortunately, the man suddenly died of a heart attack, and the Fang Family did not pursue the matter.
Otherwise, thinking of this, he could only sigh.
Fortunately, Zhang Rongfang didn't cause any trouble during this period.
"Actually, I'm still young, there's no need for me to get married so early. Brother-in-law, you're overthinking it," Zhang Rongfang said helplessly.
He is now focused solely on breaking through to the Super Grade, practicing his skills, learning the Locked Script, and managing the Golden Wing Tower every day; he is already too busy to handle everything.
And yet we still have to deal with all this trouble.
"By the way, Rong Fang, since you joined the Great Dao Sect, you must be practicing the Great Dao Sect's Returning Spring Purifying Time Talisman Classic, right?" Suda Heqi suddenly asked.
"Yes," Zhang Rongfang nodded.
"Now that you're in Wushan Prefecture, without a master to guide you, how will you cultivate your martial arts? Can you manage on your own? Do you want me to help you find a mentor?"
"Thank you, brother-in-law, really, it's not necessary."
Bang, bang! Suddenly, several fireworks rose outside the window.
During the daytime, pale yellow and bright red fireworks can be clearly seen Blooming slowly in the sky, a truly beautiful sight.
Zhang Rongfang blinked, looking at his Elder Sister and Brother-in-law dressed in white, and the lively Lu Mei Sha talking loudly beside them.
Amidst the boisterous cheers, he was suddenly struck by a strange feeling.
This kind of life, where no one gets hurt, is what he wants most.
He blinked, and faint traces of Attribute Panel appeared in his eyes.
A new Attribute Points slowly reappeared.
Today marks the tenth day.
Having skillfully added this attribute to his Guanxu Skill, Zhang Rongfang felt a surge of Warm Current flowing through his body, converging at his dantian.
There have also been new changes in the Attribute Panel.
'Civilian Skill: Guanxu Skill (Fourth Realm - Eighth Stage of Core Formation)'.
'Only a little bit more is needed to reach the Nine Revolutions Golden Pill. Recently, the threshold for new Talisman Art has also been subtly loosening. Perhaps once I reach the Nascent Soul, I can cultivate new Talisman Art and then fully enter the Tenth Grade Super Grade category.'
Those who Super Grade, the Ninth Grade of the Western Sect, need to use the Zen Heart Spirit Replenishing Liquid in accordance with special requirements to break through.
But he's different. If he puts all his effort into boosting his Attribute Points, he might be able to forcibly break through the limitations of the human body.
Zhang Rongfang had also read quite a few intelligence books.
I know that many of the Super Grade are exceptionally gifted, naturally stronger than ordinary people. That's why they are able to surpass the Ninth Grade barrier.
But he was different. He was only at the Eighth Grade of the Innate Realm. If it weren't for the continuous support of his attributes, he probably wouldn't have been able to reach his current level.
'No. Since the Great Dao Sect doesn't only have Talisman Art techniques, perhaps they also have Super Grade -tier breakthrough methods!'
Suddenly, this occurred to him. His eyes lit up.
The Great Dao Sect, as one of the most famous sects in the world, is ranked alongside the True One Sect, the Eastern Sect of Buddhist School, the Black Ten Sect, and the External Teachings Sect as a first-class sect.
With such a powerful force, its Daoist Temple Dao Palace are all over the world. How could it not have Super Grade experts?
Zhang Rongfang himself didn't believe such a statement.
' The Great Dao Sect must have records of methods for breaking through to the Super Grade; perhaps we can search for them carefully later.'
Zhang Rongfang made a mental note of it, but for now, he would focus on breaking through to the Tenth Grade.
Guanxu Skill gave him a premonition that when he reached the Golden Core stage, it might be the time he would break through the limitations of a new grade.
Wushan Prefecture, on the high city walls, long ropes woven from dry grass were hung, just like during the festival.
It symbolizes longevity in Wu Mountain.
The city guards walked around, each carrying a wine bag, roasted meat, and fruit platter, sharing with each other.
Dozens of barrels of Mare Milk Wine were carried up and distributed by the servants of the wealthy merchant who sponsored them.
Ordinary people entering and exiting the city gate were not charged. After a brief check, they were allowed to enter.
Wushan Prefecture is surrounded by mountains on one side, water on the other, and Ping Yuan and hills on the other two sides.
On the Ping Yuan and hills, a few trees can occasionally be seen growing in clusters, like scattered embellishments on a gray-black carpet.
One of the hilltops.
Tall figures draped in gray cloaks slowly climbed up from below, stood at the top, and gazed towards Wushan Prefecture.
"It's really lively."
The person standing at the front had a black eye patch over one eye, blond hair cascading over his shoulders, and a muscular body as strong as a rock.
This person was simply standing there, yet it seemed as if his entire body was reflecting golden light.
His only remaining eye was dark green, filled with arrogance and fearlessness.
"From the very beginning, our choice of Wushan Prefecture was destined to be like a candlestick burning in flames; nothing can stop us."
"Brother, all the manpower has been mobilized, and we're just waiting for your order," the tall, burly man beside him said in a deep voice.
"Don't rush. It's the largest city on Dinghe Road after all; there must be quite a few experts inside," the Golden-Haired Man said slowly.
"When do we make our move?" another bearded black man Big Beard impatiently.
"No rush. We haven't settled accounts for the many brothers who killed us while I was away last time." The Golden-Haired Man was none other than Sweeping Mountain Tiger, who had been active around Wushan Prefecture recently.
"Sweeping Mountain Tiger" refers to a group of bandits, and also to the strongest leader of that group.
"Boss, who should we take down first after we enter the city?" the Big Beard asked.
"Let's take down Chief Constable He Xinhong first, and deal with the rest later. First, cut off their command center," Sweeping Mountain Tiger laughed.
He came from Great Clans, but his family fell into decline, leaving him no choice but to become an outlaw.
However, due to his extraordinary talent in martial arts, he once became the student of a top-notch thief.
Now that he has killed his teacher and descended the mountain in triumph, it is time for him to realize his grand ambitions and enjoy the glory of success.
Because of his formidable martial prowess, he was invincible for several years, quickly plundering a large amount of wealth and gathering a group of like-minded bandit brothers.
So a group of people took his Jianghu nickname and called him "Sweeping Mountain Tiger," meaning a tiger that sweeps through the mountains.
"Old Xu, are you sure there really are some extremely powerful High Grade Expert in Wushan Prefecture?" Sweeping Mountain Tiger was skeptical.
"Don't just dismiss them with a few quick moves like you said before."
He first mastered his family's martial arts, and then also studied the Superior Martial Arts of the top bandit Xiang Ri Shan. Now, his martial arts skills have reached the pinnacle of both styles.
"Don't worry, brother. This time it's definitely not like those trash we encountered before. Wushan Prefecture is the largest city in the entire Dinghe Road. The experts here are much stronger than those we encountered before."
Xu Xin, the second-in-command, patted his chest and said.
"That's right." Sweeping Mountain Tiger nodded. "Have everyone prepare so we can enter the city tonight."
"Big brother, is it just us?" Xu Xin was taken aback.
Although they were elite, there were only about ten of them in total. They were all desperados who had gathered from various places, and all of them were high-ranking experts.
But because of this, everyone's abilities varied greatly, and they were not very obedient. They all had many thoughts and ideas.
"It's alright. Just follow behind me," said Sweeping Mountain Tiger nonchalantly.
Since breaking through to the Ninth Grade, he has been exceptionally talented, Innate Giant Strength, and has also focused on cultivating his family's traditional Hard Skill and External Skill. He may break through at any time.
As a result, none of his opponents could last ten moves against him.
So many years.
He finally got lucky and encountered a Ninth Grade Master, but the master was old and frail. He killed him in a dozen or so moves and waited for the Fang Family to come and take revenge.
Unfortunately, no one came to seek revenge afterward.
"Alright, enough nonsense. We need to act quickly this time and kill all those officials who committed murder."
Then kidnap all those corrupt officials and their families who are getting in our way. Be quick. Afterwards, we'll see how much ransom they demand.
"Brother, the Thief-Catching Prefecture, the City Guard Bureau, the Commerce Affairs Office, the Prefectural Office. Which one should we go to first?"
" At the Thief-Catching Prefecture, first kill He Xinhong, then go to the Prefectural Office and kill the Yue Family."
These two are tough nuts to crack; we have to tackle them first. Especially the Prefectural Office —they just confiscated so many valuable items from the Huang Family; it would be a real shame not to take a share."
"Sweeping Mountain Tiger laughed."
***For the entire day, Zhang Rongfang helped his Elder Sister and Brother-in-law maintain safety during the festival parade.
It was almost night before they finished their meal and returned to their own courtyard.
In the courtyard, Wei Li was still recovering from her injuries, and Qing Su had taken over White Eagle and no longer lived there.
Everything returned to the time when he was alone.
Bang.
Gently close the courtyard gate.
Zhang Rongfang let out a long breath.
With the addition of the new Attribute Points and the Guanxu Skill, his health has been increased again.
It steadily increased from 41 to 42. Although it was only a slight increase, Zhang Rongfang felt a subtle change in his body.
He stood in the courtyard and slowly cast the Soul Fixing Talisman from the Returning Spring Purifying Time Talisman Classic.
As expected, this time there was no stinging sensation like before. Clearly, the body has mastered a new Talisman Art.
But this is only the beginning. To Breaking Limits, one will probably need to further improve one's life.
He sometimes thinks that he's like squeezing toothpaste, taking a little bit at a time, and slowly closing the gap between himself and those top geniuses.
After practicing the Talisman Art for a while, Zhang Rongfang slowly came to a halt and decided to truly begin his research into the core techniques of the Ninth Grade rank.
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