Ancient Strengthening Techniques
Chapter 45 - The crippling divine pill
Celebrations for the new year will be completed by the end of the month. The arrival of the age ceremony is completed on the 10th day of the new year. The Qing Clan was currently the happiest they had ever done. Especially Qing Shui's incident, when he defeated the arrogant Situ Bu Fan, was deeply imprinted in everyone's minds because it had raised their prestige to a whole new level.
The Solitary Rapid Fist, especially when used by Qing Hu and Qing Bei, had strength exceeding the norm. It was common knowledge that/it was Qing Shui who taught the horses to them. The other members of the Qing Clan could only stare in envy, but were too embarrassed to have Qing Shui teach them this technique.
Qing Luo had great foresight, she saw the benefits of Solitary Rapid Fist, and was fascinated by this technique. He had already approached Qing Shui to discuss whether Qing Shui was willing to allow all the members of the Qing Clan to cultivate this fist technique. One of the main points is that/it is by cultivating the Solitary Rapid Fist fist, one can hone the agility and flexibility of their limbs. This will only benefit the members in the future when they start to learn the use of other weapons.
To Qing Luo, he felt that/it's a Fast Combat Fist technique was not a closely guarded secret. Since Qing Shui had taught it to Qing Hu and Qing Bei, he hoped that/that Qing Shui would be willing to ask his teacher (ancient old man) to see if it could be taught to the other clan members as well.
’’ No problem! ’’ Qing Shui replied bluntly. First, the technique was unlocked when he broke through the Ancient Strengthening Technique. He has no teacher ‘ancient ancestor’ to talk about. Secondly, when cultivating the Solitary Rapid Fist technique, that talent was extremely important. Even if he printed a printed copy and disseminated it throughout the village, there would not be much of an impact. Also not to mention, the people he was going to teach, would become members of his own clan.
After Qing You recovered, she drowned in a deep depression. As the top disciple of the Third Generation Qing Clan, he could not even fend off a single attack from Situ Bu Fan. This action caused the entire Qing clan to be humiliated by his hands.
Seeing how depressed his son was, Qing Jiang tried to stir up his spirit by connecting the entire series of events that happened after he fainted. Qing You feel that/that the whole story is sheer nonsense. It was too dubious, especially how Qing Shui defeated Situ Bu Fan with just one strike. If it wasn't for the fact that/it was so many people watching it happen, no one would have believed it either. After hearing the story, Qing You gathered some close friends and even went to verify the story with Lan Ye of the Lan Clan. Lan Ye's reputation as a person who didn't lie eventually allowed her to believe that/that story was true.
Only after verification did Qing Kamu seem to recover from her depression. After all, the shadow of Situ Bu Fan's majestic face continued to loom in his mind, akin to a nightmare. He couldn't help lamenting the fact that/that he wasn't strong enough to smash his twin hammer into Situ Bu Fan's head. Qing You can only regret that/that he was unable to personally witness Qing Shui making a fool out of Situ Bu Fan.
Qing You're always a patient person. Before he even recovered from his injuries, he had already jumped off his bed and directly rushed to look for Qing Shui. Qing Jiang could only see Qing's fast-moving silhouette as she shook her head. He knew that/it was his son's nature, and it would be useless to try to stop him.
Qing Shui was startled when he saw Qing You's confused figure running towards him. Isn't Qing You supposed to be in bed, recuperating from her injuries? How could he run?
” Ai, Qing You, you must rest well because you are injured! ” Qing Shui said with a smile as he looked at his younger cousin.
Qing You shook her head, as she headed straight to her question.
” After I heard that/it was Qing Shui ge beating Situ Bu Fan like a little puppy, I immediately felt better. ” Qing You glanced at Qing Shui, as her eyes glittered with joy.
Qing Shui knew that/it Qing You, as the epitome of strength in 3rd generation disciples, always looked up to and respected those stronger than him. He was someone who possessed explosive power, as evidenced by his choice of weapon.
” Heh heh, I have long found his magnificent mug annoying. Fortunately I had enough power to destroy him in the arena. Just imagine the arrogance before, and then be defeated a few minutes later. ” Qing Shui laughed out loud as he chatted with Qing You.
’’ Hehe! ’’ Charming voice filled with laughter drifting.
” How could you two lower someone behind his back? ” Qing Yi had heard their conversation about Situ Bu Fan, and suppressed her desire to laugh openly as she gently scolded them.
’’ Qing Shui, I handed out another six Hundred-Year Fire Power Fruits to your Grandfather. He was very happy when he saw the fruits, and told me that/that he would give you anything as compensation. ” Qing Yi said with a smile, with a blushing radiance of her skin.
Qing Shui was stunned for a moment. He knew that/that Qing Luo had access to the treasure vault, which was located inside the secret room, which stored all the valuables passed down from the early generations of the Qing Clan.
After Qing Shui recovered from his shock, Qing Yi gestured for the two to follow him to meet Qing Luo. ” Qing You, later after you meet your grandfather, remember to ask him for two pieces. Don't worry I'll help you persuade your grandfather. ” Qing Yi said to Qing You as she patted him on the shoulder. ’’With aunt here, there will definitely be a division for you.’
” Thank you, Auntie! ” Qing You was so overjoyed that her entire face was flushed red. He always tends to be strong. Now that he knew the fruit would give him an increase of 1,000 jin in strength, how could he not be excited about it? If his strength increased by 1,000 jin, at the very least, he would not lose so badly to Situ Bu Fan.
After they arrived at Qing Luo's residence, they saw Qing Luo enjoying her day leisurely, watering the plants in her courtyard. His towering and rough body, seemed to give no indication on his age. He's over 100 years old! However, considering the lifespan of a HouTian peak expert, he was only middle-aged. It was a pity that/it Qing Luo had always been cursed by loneliness. Since his wife died, he never remarried, and relied on himself to raise his children. Now all of her grandchildren have grown up urging 2nd generation members and supporting her to remarry. However, all the matchmaking proposals were rejected by Qing Luo.
”Dad!”
’’ Grandpa! ’’ Both Qing Shui and Qing You greeted Qing Luo
’’ Hahaha, awesome! ’’ Qing Luo was in a very excited mode, and everyone knew the reason behind it was Qing Shui. Most likely, after Situ Bu Fan's arrogant actions, the Qing Clan would be more standing in the Hundred Miles City. In the future when the Qing Clan did their business in Hundred Miles City, they would not be under such constant pressure. ’
But now it's different. Qing Shui easily defeated one of the young masters of the four great clans of Hundred Miles City, and indirectly affected their pride. There must have been countless challengers waiting for him in Hundred Miles City, waiting to vent their anger.
” Qing Shui, since you have given the fruits of the Hundred Years to us, I will let you choose whatever items you like from the Qing Clan treasury. After all, we cannot accept your kindness without allowing you to compensate. ” Qing Luo said.
This was the first time Qing Shui had entered this room. The room was simple and unadorned, and consisted of only a bed, a bookcase, and a table and a chair set.
’’ Grandpa, what are you saying, we are all one family! Even though the Hundred Year Fruits were precious, the effects could not be stacked. Only I have the right to give it to you. After all, I am part of the Qing Clan! ” Qing Shui said warmly, with a hint of constancy in his voice. His grandfather always loved him. He could still recall when he was young, and Qing Luo had gone all the way to Hundred Miles City to purchase 100-year-old purple ginseng for his consumption.
Qing Luo was very happy, but despite this, she still wanted Qing Shui to ask for an item that said that/it was necessary, because it was the rules of the Qing Clan. Those who make a contribution will be able to receive a reward.
Seeing how determined Qing Luo was, and the slight nod of Qing Yi, signifying her approval, Qing Shui decided to try his luck …
” Hmm, if that is the case, can Grandfather give me a crippling divine pill? ‘
