Chapter 19 Save, save, save...
Pei Guanli's thinking was very simple.
Someone who is so skilled in martial arts must have something unique about them.
Even though it differs from the tribal cultivation method she practiced, there should be similarities within the ninth-grade realm, especially in the use of flesh and blood to condense qi, open the qi sea, and unblock the four main meridians.
If she could learn the secrets of it, perhaps she could break through to the eighth rank directly.
"Brother-in-law, as long as you promise me, I will definitely keep this secret for you."
Seeing her patting her chest and speaking with such conviction, Chen Yi naturally had some doubts.
The person's behavior was so inconsistent that it was difficult for him to trust him.
However, when he made his move, he truly did not expect that Pei Guanli was coming to cause him trouble because of a quarrel with Xiao Jinghong.
Therefore, the current situation is really giving him a headache.
We can't just kill this girl over something like this, can we?
He pondered for a moment.
Chen Yi said, "Let me make this clear first, I haven't been involved in martial arts for very long, so my methods may not be able to help you."
Pei Guanli nodded repeatedly, and amidst a series of jingling sounds, said, "Don't worry, brother-in-law, I, Pei Guanli, am very discreet."
"I won't tell Sister Jinghong, and I won't even tell my brother and grandmother."
"That would be best."
Thus, the two reached a deal.
However, Chen Yi secretly shook his head, offering guidance to Pei Guanli?
Stop joking, he himself is only a half-baked expert in martial arts.
He will need to reach the highest level of "Martial Arts and Body" before he can apply his knowledge to others and be qualified to guide them, just like he is now with calligraphy.
Fortunately, he only wanted to muddle through for now, preferably until his cultivation improved and he broke through to the seventh rank of the eighth grade.
In that case, even if Xiao Jinghong and the others knew that he had the strength of a ninth-grade cultivator, it wouldn't have any impact.
Pei Guanli, unaware of his intentions, exclaimed happily, "Brother-in-law, tell me quickly, how did you manage to cultivate to the upper level of the ninth rank in such a short time?"
"Upper level of the ninth rank? I'm only at the middle level."
"real?"
Pei Guanli looked at Chen Yi with suspicion.
Seeing that his expression didn't seem fake, Pei Guanli felt another sob in her heart.
She knew she wasn't particularly talented; aside from her agility, poisons, and venomous insects, her stance training and other techniques were mediocre.
However, she, a cultivator at the upper level of the ninth rank, was no match for a cultivator at the middle level of the ninth rank in a direct confrontation.
And he's only a mid-stage ninth-rank cultivator who's been cultivating for half a month...
Oh, Goddess of the Mountain, please open your eyes and grant little Guanli some blessings.
Thinking it over, Pei Guanli mustered her courage and said, "Brother-in-law, please!"
Chen Yi glanced at her sideways: "How did you manage to find your way here, avoiding the Marquis's guards, when you're so weak?"
Ultimately, he lacked experience and was immediately intimidated by Pei Guanli's elusive movements; otherwise, he could have easily concealed his cultivation level.
"This... Oh no!"
Pei Guanli suddenly remembered something and rushed out in a panic, saying as she did so:
"Brother-in-law, the deal is settled. I'll come see you again tomorrow night."
Chen Yi watched, bewildered, as her figure disappeared into the night.
But no sooner had Pei Guanli left than they heard shouts coming from outside Chunhe Garden.
"Someone has poisoned the guards in the outer and middle courtyards. Quickly search all the houses in the backyard and find the culprit!"
"Don't overlook any corner!"
"Let's go check on Chunhe Garden first; the young marquis is still inside!"
"..."
Upon hearing the voice, Chen Yi immediately understood.
Pei Guanli actually managed to break in by drugging the armored soldiers guarding the Marquis's residence.
To be honest, this method was indeed unexpected.
However, before Chen Yi could go out to check the situation, he saw Pei Guanli had returned at some point and was looking at him pitifully.
"Brother-in-law, I... I don't want to go to the bridal chamber with the guard! Help! Help!"
Thirty rescues per second—Chen Yile was amused.
"Heroine, you're so brave, you must have been beaten a lot when you were a kid, right?"
"Brother-in-law, please help me..."
Chen Yi shook his head helplessly, said "Hide well," and walked out of the room, closed the door, and headed out of Chunhe Garden.
At this moment, Xiaodie also heard the commotion and anxiously ran out. When she saw him outside, she couldn't help but feel relieved.
"Young master, the young marquis is sleeping soundly."
"Go back and watch over him; I'll take care of things here."
Xiaodie responded and then hurriedly ran back to the wooden building.
Not long after, a group of armored soldiers rushed over. Wang Lixing, who was in charge, saw Chen Yi at the door and bowed, saying:
"Second son-in-law, please forgive me for disturbing you so late at night."
"It's alright," Chen Yi waved his hand and said, "I heard the commotion outside just now, the young marquis is fine."
Wang Lixing visibly breathed a sigh of relief. "We are relieved now. However, just in case, we would appreciate it if you would do us a favor, sir."
"I understand, please do as you please."
Not long after, several armored soldiers circled Chunhe Garden several times, carefully inspected it, and then returned to whisper something to Wang Lixing.
Wang Lixing paused for a moment, then looked at Chen Yi hesitantly and said, "Young Master, what about the bamboo forest over there..."
"I was practicing stance training just now," Chen Yi said, feigning helplessness. "With my second uncle's demands, if I don't work hard, I'm afraid I'll really have to report to the Xuanjia Army."
He also casually complained, "Brother Xing, you know me, I'm just a weak scholar, how could I endure that kind of hardship? Uncle, aren't you making things difficult for me?"
"Don't you think so?"
Upon hearing this, Wang Lixing gave an embarrassed smile but dared not reply.
These were not words that the guards of the Marquis's mansion should hear or say, so they immediately took their leave.
However, before leaving, he did not forget to remind everyone to be careful and vigilant.
Chen Yi watched them leave Chunhe Garden, his eyes glancing at another wooden building, and thought to himself that he had guessed correctly.
These soldiers held Xiao Jinghong in the highest esteem; even when he was not around, they dared not enter the wooden building to check the situation.
As soon as he turned around, Chen Yi saw Pei Guanli open the door and bow to him through the crack in the door.
He glared at her, then waved his hand subtly, signaling her to stay put, before heading straight into the wooden building.
This girl is a bit too bold; I wonder if that's why Xiao Jinghong didn't let her attend the old Marquis's birthday banquet.
After comforting Xiaodie for a few moments, Chen Yi returned to his room to rest.
As he lay down on the bed, the battle he had fought with Pei Guanli came to mind.
Although the two only exchanged half a move, he realized upon reflection that his state when facing Pei Guanli's palm strike was somewhat unusual.
It seems that his minor mastery of the Dao of Fist and the Dao of Body makes him more powerful than ordinary ninth-grade cultivators when facing enemies.
In terms of preparation, he is able to see his opponent's moves clearly and find the flaws in them when he is under the influence of his mental state.
Thinking of this, a smile appeared on Chen Yi's lips. He put his hands behind his head, turned his head to look at the bright moon that was revealed after the dark clouds outside the window, and felt at peace.
With martial arts as his weapon, he had the confidence to face anything. Even if he could no longer stay in the Xiao family mansion, he could still go anywhere in the world.
Just then, shortly after midnight, the daily intelligence report appeared as usual:
[Daily Intelligence - Low-Grade Mystic: Midnight. A secret letter has been hidden by guards near the artificial hill by the pond in Jiaxing Garden. A small amount of good fortune may be obtained.]
(End of this chapter)
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