What is Generosity?

What did five hundred jin signify?

It meant that Yang Chen had already reached the second level of the Body Refining Realm, and was even not far from the third level. Such an achievement for a thirteen-year-old boy could only be described as neither good nor bad. Within the Yang Family, he couldn't be considered outstanding, only good.

However, what if he went from a good-for-nothing with no strength to the second level of the Body Refining Realm in just three days?

Yes, reaching the second level of the Body Refining Realm from an ordinary person in three days was impossible for an ordinary person.

But that didn't mean a genius couldn't do it!

Genius! A word that commanded great admiration.

In the Yang Family, there were many who called themselves geniuses, and many who were called geniuses. For example, Yang Heng's older brother, Yang Wu, who was also thirteen years old, had reached the fourth level of the Body Refining Realm and was called a genius. But what kind of genius was that? The Great Wilderness had produced true geniuses, who entered the Spiritual Martial Realm at the young age of eighteen; that was a true monstrous genius.

And at that time, the other party's cultivation speed didn't seem much stronger than his own brother's, did it? From an ordinary person with no experience, reaching the second level of the Body Refining Realm in three days of seclusion?

She didn't know that Yang Chen had already started cultivating martial arts, only thinking that her younger brother had only been cultivating for three days.

But in reality, even if Yang Chen's true cultivation time wasn't exactly three days, there wasn't much of a difference.

At this moment, Yang Chen patted his hands, turned around, and smiled, "Sister, what do you think!"

Yang Caidie said nothing, her eyes simply welled up with tears. She suddenly hugged Yang Chen, tears streaming down her face, making the woman appear even more delicate and beautiful. Disregarding the rules of propriety between men and women, she held Yang Chen tightly, almost making him unable to catch his breath.

"My treasure, it's my fault. If I had known you were a genius earlier, I wouldn't have delayed you for so long." Yang Caidie felt guilty and blamed herself. Often, she just didn't want Yang Chen to suffer so much.

Yang Chen was startled by Yang Caidie's fierce display, and soon he chuckled, "Sister, it's okay, it's okay. Don't cry."

Yang Caidie cried even harder, which made Yang Chen feel a sense of loss. Perhaps this woman's tears were not just due to guilt, but also due to the grievances she had endured for so many years. Yang Caidie couldn't express these grievances before, but in reality, how could a woman who had supported a family alone for so many years not have some grievances?

It was just that Yang Caidie couldn't tell Yang Chen about these grievances before, but seeing Yang Chen's talent, it was as if a key had been found for the door of her grievances, and they flowed out uncontrollably.

Gu Mingyue, standing by, was also wiping her tears, sobbing uncontrollably. She muttered to herself, "My young master is a genius, my young master is a genius..."

Yang Chen was beginning to feel unsure whether revealing his strength was the right thing to do, because Gu Mingyue's big eyes were filled with admiration after she came out with him. She was like she had entered a trance, walking with a proud and confident stride.

After Yang Chen finally managed to comfort Yang Caidie, he planned to go to Second Master Yang's place, bringing Gu Mingyue along. As soon as they left, the girl's eyes never left him, looking at him as if he were an idol, following him closely, never leaving his side.

Gu Mingyue was indeed incredibly confident now. Although Zhou Huaiyi had betrayed them, one thing he said was true. In the past, Yang Chen's servants found it difficult to hold their heads high when they went out, and they even dared not say they were Yang Chen's servants, fearing ridicule.

Even if Gu Mingyue didn't admit it, didn't she feel a trace of inferiority in her heart?

But now it was different.

Regardless of whether others knew, in her eyes, her young master was a genius.

"Mingyue, remember to be respectful when you speak at Second Master's place," Yang Chen reminded her.

"Don't worry, Young Master," Gu Mingyue said with a smile.

Yang Chen nodded, not having any extra worries. Although Gu Mingyue was young, she understood etiquette very well.

Going to Second Master Yang's place was also something Yang Chen had to do. After all, Second Master Yang had instructed him to go there. Even though he was outstanding in the Alchemy Way in his previous life, astonishing the world, in this life, he was just an ordinary person in the Yang Family. Although his recent performance had been amazing, he still needed to show sufficient respect to his elders.

Moreover, the alchemy environment at Second Master Yang's place was much better than his own. Yang Chen was very willing to refine pills there.

However, whether it was fate or coincidence, halfway there, he unexpectedly ran into his old rival in the Yang Family, Yang Heng.

It was unclear how Zhou Huaiyi had managed to curry favor with Yang Heng. The sycophantic Xiao Hui, who used to be by Yang Heng's side, had been replaced by Zhou Huaiyi. Now, Zhou Huaiyi was fawning over Yang Heng, following his lead, and acting obsequiously.

Yang Heng was also in high spirits now. The source of his high spirits was a beautiful young girl, who was about thirteen or fourteen years old and truly beautiful. However, from Yang Chen's perspective, the girl's eyes held a hint of coldness, suggesting she was likely a naturally sharp-tongued person.

Judging by Yang Heng's demeanor, he was clearly pursuing this girl frantically, and it seemed to be yielding significant results. At least, the girl appeared to be quite pleased.

Yang Chen didn't intend to engage with Yang Heng, planning to pass by. However, his wishful thinking didn't mean Yang Heng felt the same.

When Yang Chen saw Yang Heng, Yang Heng also saw Yang Chen. He was thinking about how to show off his abilities in front of Sun Qiaomei. Seeing Yang Chen, his mind raced. He was overjoyed; wasn't this an opportunity?

However, Yang Heng naturally couldn't openly cause trouble for Yang Chen. He had to pretend to be magnanimous and glanced at Zhou Huaiyi, giving him a clear hint.

Zhou Huaiyi's ability to displace the former, very flattering servant Xiao Hui and become Yang Heng's favored subordinate was for a reason. At the very least, he had excellent discernment. With just a glance from his master, he immediately understood and said sarcastically, "Oh my, isn't that Yang Chen? The Coming-of-Age Ceremony is coming up soon. I didn't expect you to be here idly wandering around with a little maid. Truly a top-tier 'good-for-nothing'."

Having received Yang Heng's hint, Zhou Huaiyi spoke with great confidence, not at all worried about Yang Chen retaliating.

This made Yang Chen, who had intended to just pass by, abruptly abandon his plan. Instead of getting angry, he smiled and turned around, sizing up Yang Heng and Zhou Huaiyi.

Yang Heng clicked his tongue and said, "Qiaomei, I forgot to introduce you."

"No need for introductions. Yang Chen, the good-for-nothing of your Yang Family. Yang Heng, you are at least one of the geniuses of the Yang Family. You should have some judgment about the people you associate with. It's better to stay away from trash like this, lest it bring bad luck and lower our status," Sun Qiaomei yawned and said lazily.

She had long heard of Yang Chen, the good-for-nothing in the Yang Family. Most importantly, Yang Chen's sister had some conflict with the Sun Family, which made her even more inclined to mock him with her eyes. After all, such a coward wouldn't dare to retort.

Yang Heng agreed, saying, "Qiaomei, you are absolutely right. Look at my servant's mouth, he always can't help but say things. But perhaps I have to admit, what he says does have some truth to it. My servant is just honest, speaking his mind!"

Zhou Huaiyi quickly apologized, as if he had indeed said something wrong.

This made Yang Chen narrow his eyes slightly and say calmly, "Yang Heng, you and your servant are quite merry, singing each other's praises. By the way, Zhou Huaiyi is your servant, right? Shall I discipline your servant for you, to teach him what the rules for a servant are!"

"Yang Chen, why would you stoop to the level of a servant? Doesn't that just show your narrow-mindedness? Moreover, although my servant speaks his mind, what he says is also the truth, isn't it? Hahahaha." Yang Heng burst into laughter.

Gu Mingyue, standing by, stomped her feet in anger, "Yang Heng, you're the good-for-nothing!"

Yang Chen waved his hand, stopping Gu Mingyue, then smiled and said, "Yang Heng, you say that Zhou Huaiyi's words just now were all true, right?"

"Weren't they?" Yang Heng retorted.

Yang Chen clicked his tongue and said, "You seem to have forgotten a few things, Yang Heng. Not long ago, you lost three hundred spiritual stones to me. I'm very curious. If I'm a good-for-nothing who lost so miserably, then what are you? The worst of the worst? Because no matter what, you seem to be my defeated opponent."

Yang Chen didn't want to fall out with Yang Heng, as they were both members of the same family. However, Yang Heng was being overly aggressive and showing him no respect, seemingly mistaking his tolerance for weakness. If that was the case, Yang Chen felt he had to let Yang Heng know that while he wasn't one to dwell on grudges, he certainly knew what "retaliation" meant.

Since Yang Heng was determined to cause trouble, Yang Chen didn't mind exposing the matter of Yang Heng's loss to him at a time when Yang Heng was particularly eager to show off.

Indeed, Yang Heng was currently very keen to impress. At the very least, comparing himself to Yang Chen would give him a sense of superiority and confidence. But then, he suddenly remembered that he still had that outstanding debt to Yang Chen, and Yang Chen actually had the nerve to bring it up.

Yang Chen's words immediately caused Sun Qiaomei to frown. This was the stage of the Coming-of-Age Ceremony, a time for her to choose her future marriage alliances with the Yang Family. She had considered Yang Heng her second choice and had been acting indifferently towards him, wanting to observe him more closely.

Hearing Yang Chen's words now, she immediately became interested.

Yang Heng clearly saw Sun Qiaomei's thoughts and was instantly furious. "Yang Chen, you're slandering me! When... when did I ever lose to you!"

"Oh? That's right, it's always easy to renege on such matters. But spiritual stones don't lie, do they? Three hundred spiritual stones should be quite a sum. If you don't mind, brother Yang Heng, why not show off your wealth? That way, Miss Sun won't think you're a pauper with no sense of security?" Yang Chen said calmly.

These words struck Yang Heng like silver needles, making his heart bleed.

Sun Qiaomei also raised her delicate eyebrows, her interest piqued by Yang Chen's words. She was genuinely curious how many spiritual stones the so-called young genius, Yang Heng, had in his possession at such a young age.

Yang Heng didn't have any spiritual stones to spare right now. He had lost all three hundred to Yang Chen, and the remaining amount he had was not even enough to save face if he were to show it.

But how could Yang Heng admit to this? He roared angrily, "Yang Chen, who do you think you are? Why should I let you know how many spiritual stones I have?"

"Hmm, that makes sense. However, I've always heard that you, Yang Heng, are very generous. I heard that my former steward, Zhou Huaiyi, defected to you precisely because he heard that you, as his master, were much more generous than I. How about this, what are you going to reward Zhou Huaiyi with now? It wouldn't be good if Zhou Huaiyi betrayed me to join you and people felt disheartened," Yang Chen said calmly.

He had many ways to deal with Yang Heng, but in the past, he had simply disdained using such methods.

Hearing Yang Chen's words, Zhou Huaiyi swallowed hard. To be honest, although Yang Heng had promoted him several times since he came to him, he hadn't actually received any real benefits.

Seeing Yang Heng's face turn the color of liver, Yang Chen slowly said, "It seems your generous 'nature,' Yang Heng, is more famous than it is real. Since you like to compare yourself to me, Yang Heng, let's compare. Mingyue, take these two hundred spiritual stones. This is a reward from your young master."

As he spoke, Yang Chen took out a bag of spiritual stones, totaling two hundred, and handed them to Gu Mingyue without batting an eye, then looked at Yang Heng.

The meaning was simple.

You were making quite a fuss just now, weren't you?

If you have the ability, why don't you also give two hundred spiritual stones to Zhou Huaiyi?