Martial Arts Becomes Invincible Starting from the Golden Body

Chapter 7: Nourishing Soup and Exotic Beast Meat

In the martial arts arena
Liu Yuan changed the subject and said, "But that is for ordinary people. They are lucky if they can break through the barrier and become a martial artist in this lifetime."

He sighed, "Junior brother, you are naturally different. With your talent, it is very likely that you will be able to perfect your power. You can also be considered a strong man in the city."

"For you, if your goal is to perfect your strength or even to train your power, then time will be very tight!"

He counted on his fingers and said, "Generally speaking, before the age of thirty-five is the time when martial artists make the fastest progress. If you continue to practice martial arts after this age, you will get half the result with twice the effort."

"If you reach the age of 40, it will be impossible to make any further progress. After the age of 60, your Qi and blood will begin to decline, and your strength will even decline!"

Liu Yuan looked at Fang Chen, "Now you understand why you said it's a pity, right?"

"Based on past experience, it takes twenty years for a person with a medium to high level of physique to reach perfection in training, and that's assuming there is no shortage of resources!"

Fang Chen nodded, and understood why these people's attitudes changed drastically after hearing his age.

If he started practicing at the age of thirteen, he would probably be thirty-three when he had perfected his skills. At this time, he would still be two years away from thirty-five, so there was still the possibility of further progress.

But he is already seventeen years old, and it is extremely difficult for him to break through to the perfection of his strength training. It is totally not worth the investment.

Looking at Fang Chen's calm face, Liu Yuan couldn't help but say: "Junior brother, don't regret it. You originally had a chance to become a martial arts master."

Fang Chen smiled carefreely, "No regrets, compared to those people who have a hard time breaking through the barriers and training their strength, am I not much luckier?"

Liu Yuan was stunned, then he laughed, "Indeed, I admire your mentality!"

"Brother, if you have any problems in the future, you can come to me. Don't refuse. This is mutual help between friends!"

Fang Chen couldn't help but feel a little moved. In this turbulent time when everyone is selfish, people like Senior Brother Liu are really rare.

After thinking for a while, Fang Chen said shamelessly: "Junior brother, I really need your help with something."

"Oh? Junior brother, you can say it!" Liu Yuan patted his chest. He was not joking just now. He really wanted to make friends with Fang Chen.

So Fang Chen asked directly: "I wonder if Senior Brother has any way to find a place to live in the inner city?"

That’s right, Fang Chen was still a little worried about Xiaoting and his father. The outer city was too chaotic, and he was also afraid that the Black Water Gang would find clues and cause trouble for the Fang family while he was away.

Therefore, it would be best if he could move to the inner city, which would also allow him to practice martial arts with peace of mind. This was also the reason why he was tempted by the financial support offered by several senior brothers.

Liu Yuan's eyes flashed, and he asked, "Junior brother, do you have any unspeakable secrets?"

Fang Chen clasped his fists and replied, "To be honest, Senior Brother, I have an old father and a younger sister at home. You know about the outer city. I was really worried about them leaving home to practice martial arts, so I thought of bringing them to the inner city."

When Liu Yuan heard that he was doing this for his family, his eyes couldn't help but soften. People who value feelings are definitely more admired than cold-blooded people, and they will not let his kindness go to waste.

Having made up his mind, Liu Yuan waved his hand and said, "Don't worry, this is easy. I happen to have a yard in the neighboring street that has not been occupied for a long time. I'll have someone clean it up. You can let your uncle and sister move in tomorrow. It will also be convenient for you to come to the martial arts hall to practice martial arts."

Fang Chen was moved when he heard this and said gratefully, "Thank you, Senior Brother. I wonder how much this will cost?"

Liu Yuan's face turned serious. "Brother, do you look down on me? I told you it's just an idle courtyard. It's just sitting there anyway. How can I ask you for money? You and your family can stay here as long as you want."

Fang Chen did not delay any further and accepted it silently, but kept this kindness in his heart.

Seeing this, Liu Yuan was even more satisfied. He didn't like those people pushing things back and forth. It was very annoying!
Having resolved a worry, Fang Chen's steps became lighter.

After parting with Liu Yuan, he started practicing as usual. Liu Yuan and others had already become formal disciples and did not need to practice on a regular basis like apprentices.

In addition to practicing martial arts, they had other things to do, so they all left before all the apprentices arrived.

Fang Chen was still learning boxing stance with Li Quan today. He was constantly guiding and correcting his movements. Combined with the true meaning in the secret book, he learned very quickly, which could be seen from the satisfaction on Li Quan's face.

After doing a few sets of boxing, Fang Chen took advantage of the break and asked Li Quan: "Brother Li, do you know what is the most suitable food for me to eat now?"

Li Quan looked at Fang Chen, thought for a moment, and then said, "The most suitable soup for you now should be the health-preserving soup. This is the soup provided by the martial arts school to apprentices, and it is most suitable for beginners like you." "The martial arts school provides it for free once a month at the end of the month. This is far from enough for practice. If you need to buy it, it costs one tael of silver per bowl!"

"So expensive?" Fang Chen asked in surprise.

Li Quan was unaware and asked, "Why else do you think they say that the poor are good at literature and the rich are good at martial arts?"

"Every martial arts school and family has similar decoctions like this. Their direct members drink two bowls a day since they start practicing martial arts. After they have achieved some success in maintaining their health, they can take even better medicines!"

Fang Chen couldn't help but be dumbfounded after hearing this. Two bowls a day would cost at least sixty taels of silver a month. Of course, the cost price was definitely not that high, but thirty taels of silver would be a must.

Not to mention there are better tonics...

No wonder several people were not optimistic about him. Age was one aspect, and family background was another. Did this mean he lost at the starting line?
If things go on like this, even a pig can build up its strength. No wonder aristocratic families will always be aristocratic families. It is as difficult as ascending to heaven for ordinary people to cross this level!
"In addition to that, there is the meat of exotic beasts!" Li Quan added.

"Exotic animal meat?"

Li Quan nodded, "To the east of Tong County is the Liuyin Mountains, where there are many strange beasts. These are ferocious creatures that require at least trained warriors to deal with."

"On normal days, our martial arts school disciples also go hunting. Exotic beasts are full of treasures. Their meat can nourish the body, and their blood is a great tonic. Their skin and bones also have their own uses!"

"If I can hunt one, it will be enough for me to practice for a long time."

He smacked his lips and said seriously, "But it's very dangerous! I don't know how many warriors lose their lives every year!"

Fang Chen nodded in understanding. This was indeed the first time he had heard of this strange beast. He didn't expect that there was such a ferocious creature in Liuyin Mountain!

Li Quan added: "Although the effects of this exotic beast meat are not as immediate as those of the nourishing soup, it is a gentle nourishing method. The key is that it is relatively cheap and has the best cost-effectiveness!"

These words were said while looking at Fang Chen, which made him smile bitterly, knowing that Li Quan was reminding him.

"How much does this exotic beast meat cost?" Fang Chen asked.

Li Quan smiled and said, "Not expensive, one tael of silver for two kilograms!"

"hiss!"

Fang Chen howled in poverty and looked at Li Quan, wondering if he was kidding. Isn't this expensive? This is already 20 to 30 times the price of ordinary meat!
Li Quan glared and said, "Hey, you think I'm lying to you? This is already a bargain!"

Fang Chen rolled his eyes and asked, "From what you said, you have some exotic beast meat?"

Li Quan raised his head and said proudly: "Hehe, brother, I went into the mountains to hunt a few days ago, and now I have some left. If you don't want it, I will sell it to someone else!"

Fang Chen hurriedly said: "Yes! Yes! Yes!"

Then he praised: "Brother, you are so brave! The strange beasts that ordinary people are afraid of are so vulnerable in your hands!"

Upon hearing this, Li Quan looked even more proud. Fang Chen immediately said a string of nice things to make him feel comfortable.

When Li Quan's face was flushed, Fang Chen suddenly asked, "Brother, can you give me a discount?"

"Yes! Hey..." Li Quanshun said, and then immediately reacted.

He laughed and scolded: "I knew you had bad intentions!"

Waving his hand casually, he said, "Well, okay, okay, I'll give you five catties for two taels of silver!"

"Three taels of silver and eight kilograms!" Fang Chen said immediately.

"Hey... Never mind, you're lucky, that's it!"

Fang Chen hurriedly thanked him, and then there was a string of flattery that made him very happy.

(End of this chapter)