The Salvation Cult, Eldest Brother's Admonishment

Back home.

As soon as He An was about to study the [Yi Jin Jing], he saw Wang Rou walking over.

"Sister-in-law!"

He called out.

Seeing the martial arts manual in He An's hand, a hint of joy appeared on Wang Rou's face.

"You've joined the Town Martial Division?"

"I haven't registered yet. I can only officially join the Town Martial Division after my strength has improved."

He An replied.

Wang Rou knew this well and comforted him, "It's good that things are settled. Study martial arts diligently and improve your strength. You'll be registered sooner or later and truly join the Town Martial Division."

"You wait here, I'll go to the market to buy some meat."

"Since you're going to learn martial arts, we can't neglect your food. Besides, it's been a long time since our family has eaten meat."

He An wanted to stop her, but saw Wang Rou rush into the house, take some broken silver from the meager amount of silver taels left under the bed, and then rush out of the small courtyard in a flurry.

Seeing this, although He An felt helpless, the smile on the corner of his mouth couldn't be suppressed.

"A family like this..."

"It's so good!!"

He made up his mind to study martial arts well.

Not for any other reason.

Just to protect Eldest Brother, Eldest Sister-in-law, and Ru'er in these chaotic times!!

An hour later.

He had roughly memorized the content and movements of the [Yi Jin Jing].

Before he could even try it out, He Ru came running over.

"Ru'er, what's wrong?"

He pulled He Ru into his arms and gently tickled his nose.

He Ru sniffled and said with a smile, "Uncle An, my mother is calling you for dinner. Father is also back. Today's meal is very rich, there's even meat."

"Eldest Brother is back?"

He An was a little puzzled, because under normal circumstances, He Ping should still be on duty at this time and couldn't possibly be eating at home.

Did something happen?

He An immediately jumped up.

He rushed into the hall, only to see He Ping sitting there perfectly fine, with no sign of anything being wrong.

"Big Brother!"

Seeing He An like this, He Ping gave a wry smile. "You're already sixteen or seventeen, and still so restless. Come sit down quickly. Today's meal is very lavish."

On the small wooden dining table.

There was meat, as well as several stir-fried dishes. The scrambled eggs were especially appetizing in both appearance and aroma, filling an entire large plate. It was likely made with at least three or four eggs.

Here, eggs were not cheap.

The price of one egg was equivalent to several days' expenses for an ordinary family.

He An took a deep breath. The aroma, carried by the scent, instantly entered his taste buds. Even though he ate well before his transmigration, he couldn't help but show a hint of intoxication at this moment.

"It smells so good!"

"If it smells good, eat more. You're going to start practicing martial arts soon, so you must eat plenty of these meat and egg dishes." He Ping put a large spoonful of eggs into He An's bowl.

"It's just a pity that our family doesn't have enough silver taels to buy spirit herbs to temper your body."

He An said contentedly.

"Brother, this is enough!"

Seeing He Ping's actions, Wang Rou didn't feel any heartache. Instead, she put another spoonful into He An's bowl.

"Xiao An, what your brother said is right. The most important thing in practicing martial arts is a strong physique. You should also try your sister-in-law's cooking. We don't eat these scrambled eggs often."

"Eat more this time, and I'll make it for you again in the future."

After speaking, she put a spoonful each for He Ru and He Ping.

"Thank you, Big Brother, Eldest Sister-in-law."

With the rice, He An took a big mouthful, feeling extremely satisfied.

"By the way."

After casually taking a few bites, he looked at He Ping doubtfully.

"Big Brother, isn't the Town Martial Division very busy lately? You haven't come home for lunch in a long time. Why did you suddenly come back today? Aren't you on duty?"

"It's all the Salvation Cult's fault," He Ping said with a troubled expression. "I was just about to tell you about this. I might not be coming home for a while."

"What's wrong?"

Wang Rou's face showed clear worry upon hearing he wouldn't be home.

He An chimed in, "Eldest Brother, what happened? What is this Salvation Cult? I've never heard you mention it before."

He Ping explained:

"This Salvation Cult only recently appeared and is rampant in a few towns below Fangcheng. The reason I haven't mentioned it before is that it's been too well hidden. Lord Wei Yangyun only discovered it recently."

"Under the guise of 'great love for all beings,' they've attracted many ignorant people to join them and organized them to attack officials at all levels and innocent civilians."

"They even bewitch the populace, convincing them to offer up their own children. They claim it's to cleanse the children of sin and ensure a better future for them."

"But according to Lord Wei's investigation, all the children offered up were brutally murdered by these villains. Their heart's blood was also cruelly extracted and used by these villains for their cultivation."

"After discovering this, Lord Wei decided to draw personnel from the Town Martial Division in Fangcheng to launch a surprise attack and annihilate this evil cult. I'm one of the people chosen."

"Will you be alright?"

Wang Rou looked at him with concern.

"I'll be fine!"

He Ping replied softly, "Lord Wei is personally leading the team this time. He's a strong cultivator of a certain rank, so there won't be any accidents."

"While I'm gone, you all stay safe at home. If anything happens, go to Wang Zheng immediately. He'll help our family."

Wang Rou nodded.

He An said, "Eldest Brother, don't worry. I just received my martial arts training. I don't need to be on duty these days, so I'll stay home and protect Eldest Sister-in-law and Ru'er."

"As for Brother Wang, I know where he lives too."

"If I really can't handle it and can't reach you, I'll go to Brother Wang first."

"Good!"

He Ping felt relieved, but then another matter came to mind.

"Xiao An, which martial art did you choose? My Tong Bei Fist, or Brother Wang's Iron Shirt?"

"Neither."

"I chose the Yi Jin Jing."

Yi Jin Jing?

He Ping was a bit stunned.

He couldn't understand why He An had chosen this particular martial art.

"Eldest Brother, you forgot, I started learning martial arts late. This Yi Jin Jing can temper the body, making it most suitable for someone like me who began learning martial arts later."

He Ping suddenly realized.

"I can't believe my brain, I completely forgot you started learning martial arts late."

"That being said, Yi Jin Jing is indeed suitable for you."

"After you've tempered your body well, it won't be too late to learn other martial arts."

"Even Brother's Tong Bei Fist can be taught to you then."

"Things are different now, too many people learn martial arts in private. It's not a big deal even if they're discovered."

After eating.

He Ping privately found He An.

Knowing his eldest brother's intentions, He An assured him, "Brother, don't worry. While you're away, I will definitely take good care of Eldest Sister-in-law and Ru'er."

"I know."

He Ping's brow remained furrowed.

"I just want to remind you, be extremely careful of that scoundrel Zhang Yongda. His gaze towards me has been off lately."

"I'm worried he might make a move against your Sister-in-law or Ru'er while I'm gone."

"You've only just started learning martial arts, you definitely won't be his match."

"If he really goes mad, don't confront him head-on. Just find Brother Wang."