EFB Chapter 66 Recruitment
Chapter 66 Recruitment
Lu Lin was absolutely enamored with this knife.
I picked it up and swung it around a couple of times; it was incredibly smooth.
"Thank you, Master Xu."
Lu Lin felt grateful.
Xu Ruian actually forged a suitable longsword for him, allowing Lu Lin to say goodbye to his life without a weapon.
Putting money aside, it was this sentiment that Lu Lin hadn't felt in a long time.
"No need to thank me. The wine you gave me was quite good, so I naturally have to return the favor."
Lu Lin was taken aback, then smiled.
Master Xu may seem like a respectable person, but first and foremost, he is a man.
Enter the classroom.
Xu Ruian quieted the students down. "Students, I have something to announce today."
"After the city guards took over Jinshan Prefecture, the unrest in the city gradually subsided."
"However, the government offices are short-staffed, especially the constables in charge of maintaining order. The four commanders want to borrow students from our academy to help maintain order in the city."
"The headmaster has agreed to this matter, but I must remind you that although the work is simple, there are still considerable risks involved."
"This secondment will last for about half a month. The academy will provide a daily allowance of one hundred merit points, and the city guards will ensure everyone's food and lodging."
"Because it's dangerous, only students at the Meat Training level or above are allowed to sign up. If you're interested, you can sign up here."
"Alright, let's get back to the main topic. We haven't had any academic classes these past few days, but I see that you all seem to be in pretty good spirits. Today, I'll talk about the promotion of officials in the imperial court and the assessment requirements."
Xu Ruian began his lecture.
However, many students' minds are no longer on the classroom.
After class, Lu Lin and Fang Heng immediately went to Xu Ruian to register.
Jiang Yao arrived shortly afterward.
"I have seen the strength and cultivation of the three of you, and they are all quite good, especially Fang Heng. With his recent diligent cultivation, he should be close to the bone refining stage."
Fang Heng nodded silently.
"Jiang Yao, you seem to have been working less diligently lately. Have you completed the second round of body tempering?"
"Well, Master Xu, I'm trying my best, but it's been a long time since I've eaten any demon beast meat, so my qi and blood are growing too slowly," Jiang Yao said somewhat embarrassedly.
"Just do your best. Since you know you should do your best, then keep it in mind. When you go to Jinshan Prefecture to do things, don't be ostentatious, but don't be timid either. As long as you are in the right, the academy will stand behind you."
"Pack up tonight, we'll set off first thing tomorrow morning. You can report to the city guard camp on your own, and just follow the instructions for your work."
"yes!"
Lu Lin went back to his dormitory to pack his things.
The treasured sword, some elixirs, and that tiger skin.
Lu Lin gave the bottle of dangerous pills he obtained from Lü Mo to Li Songtao, but so many days have passed without any further news.
In addition, Lu Lin will be away for half a month, so he can't neglect his cultivation.
He had already tempered his flesh ten times, and his body had been strengthened once more.
However, during the eleventh tempering, Lu Lin felt significant resistance.
He's consumed a lot of pills, but his refining progress is pitifully slow.
There's also the Nine-Spinning Slash.
These days, the academy's teachers are so busy that Lu Lin hasn't even had a chance to meet Teacher Yao Jingkun, let alone ask him any questions.
Since I still have some time today, I'll go to the study and borrow the three secret manuals.
The third move: counter-flirting.
The fourth move: Blood Reversal.
The fifth move: Mountain Collapse.
The counter-flirting technique is similar to the first two; flirting is the action, but counter-flirting is the core.
On the contrary, it requires martial artists to have sharp ears and eyes, and to be able to locate sounds by sound.
To strike from below when the opponent is not paying attention.
This move is designed to catch you off guard and highlights your sensory abilities.
"Difficult to practice."
Lu Lin smacked his lips and continued watching the next two moves.
The Blood Reversal move is completely different from the previous three moves. It requires the martial artist to reverse their blood and qi to obtain super explosive power.
It is not a technique.
However, the manual states that although Blood Reversal is not a technique, it will greatly benefit future cultivation.
Lu Lin decided to put it on hold for the time being.
We'll deal with the future later; he doesn't need to use this tactic anytime soon.
The fifth move: Mountain Collapse.
It's not about techniques, but about a kind of force.
It's neither obvious nor hidden force; it's called shaking force.
Strictly speaking, shaking is not a kind of force, but rather the application of qi and blood.
By manipulating the rapid vibration of Qi and blood, an ultra-high frequency vibration is generated, and this force is reflected back to the opponent.
Seeing this, Lu Lin understood somewhat.
The first three moves of the Nine-Spinning Slash—slash, thrust, and parry—are basic sword techniques. Combined with an understanding of the patterns, rapid movement, and enhanced reflexes, these techniques can determine the outcome of a battle.
However, in the middle three styles, judging from Blood Reversal and Mountain Collapse, the constraints of moves were abandoned, and instead, the focus shifted to the control of Qi and blood.
It seems that Lu Lin is currently focusing his attention on the third move, and will deal with the fourth and fifth moves later.
Lu Lin packed his bags, settled Shi Tou, and arrived at the entrance of the academy.
Not only Fang Heng and Jiang Yao, but other familiar special training students were also waiting here.
"Are you waiting for me?"
Lu Lin was somewhat surprised.
"Old Lu, the headmaster just came over and told us to wait a moment. This time, a master will be leading the team to Jinshan Prefecture."
Oh, so you were waiting for me.
Lu Lin stood aside and waited. Soon, a chubby teacher came. He had slanted eyebrows, small eyes, and was carrying a small bag that was stuffed full, with the corners of his clothes even sticking out.
"Sorry to keep you all waiting, let's set off now."
Lu Lin was surprised to find that the person who came was none other than Master Yao Jingkun.
I don't know if the headmaster arranged it this way on purpose, or if it was fate.
Lu Lin felt that this mission to Jinshan Prefecture wouldn't be boring.
On the road.
Lu Lin moved closer to Yao Jingkun and asked about the Nine-Spinning Slash.
"Ah, you mean this? Master Xu did mention it to me, but I've been waiting and waiting, and you haven't come to ask me about it. I thought, after all, I am a teacher, how could I take the initiative to come to you? You agree, right?"
Yao Jingkun spoke with a slight accent, making him sound like he wasn't a local.
Lu Lin quickly cupped his hands in apology, "I'm sorry, I was just afraid of disturbing your cultivation."
"Alright, alright, I don't need to be so polite. Just ask me if you have any questions in the future. I have no problem with the first six forms of the Nine-Spinning Slash, but I haven't seen the last three forms, so I can't help you with them."
"Master Yao, I've seen the fourth and fifth movements, and they're both related to qi and blood. Is the sixth movement the same?"
"Oh? You little kid, you're quite quick to understand. The sixth move is called 'Sweeping Dust,' and its principle is actually similar to the fifth move, 'Crushing Mountain.' Both involve causing the qi and blood to surge. However, this move emphasizes an explosive burst, rather than a continuous, uninterrupted flow like 'Crushing Mountain.' Do you understand what I mean?"
Sweep away the dust!
Lu Lin memorized this move.
As they spoke, the city walls of Jinshan Prefecture came into view.