My experience of grinding in another world

Chapter 104 Wonderful

When people are engrossed in something, they easily lose track of time.

By the time he came to his senses, it was already the new year.

As the year drew to a close, Nanyang Prefecture became noticeably bustling. The number of people in both the north and south markets surged, and the streets were decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, creating a festive atmosphere.

Chen Mu spent two days joining in the fun, trying a whole bunch of snacks, and then went back home to stay home as usual.

Every morning when Chen Mu opens his eyes, he checks his proficiency level.

Just like in his past life, when he opened his eyes, the first thing he touched was his phone.

The difference is that the phone will immediately grab his attention, making him waste a lot of time watching videos and reading novels.

But the skill level would urge him to get up quickly and start grinding for experience.

If the outside world weren't so dangerous, Chen Mu felt he could stay at home forever as long as he had food and drink.

……

Chen Mu sat down in a rocking chair under the eaves on the west side.

On the low table beside her were milk tea, water, and mung bean ointment.

Chen Mu occasionally popped a piece of mung bean cake into his mouth, enjoying the leisurely afternoon.

Black smoke billowed from the left hand, and a porcelain bottle the size of a goose egg appeared.

"What's so special about the Dragon Transformation Pill?" Chen Mu poured out a scarlet pill and examined it closely.

Why can it quickly enhance one's courage?

After practicing martial arts for more than two years, he clearly understood how difficult it is to cultivate courage.

I've consumed countless meat-based tonics, yet my willpower hasn't increased. But the Dragon Transformation Pill allows me to rapidly accumulate willpower.

"I need to keep thinking about it." Chen Mu habitually held the pill to his nose and smelled it.

I dared not taste them; I could only rely on my sense of smell to distinguish the ingredients little by little.

He's been working on this, but progress is incredibly slow.

As the pungent aroma filled my nostrils, several medicinal herbs came to mind.

"Hmm... I smelled another one." Chen Mu put away the Dragon Transformation Pill with satisfaction.

He has now identified thirteen of the medicinal herbs.

"It'll be soon," Chen Mu thought with a hint of anticipation.

However, he didn't intend to eat it himself.

The hidden dangers cannot be avoided, and the main ingredient, Zhaodianhong, is controlled by a powerful family. Without the raw materials, he cannot replicate it.

Chen Mu just wanted to understand the principle behind this thing's ability to catalyze courage.

……

Put away the Dragon Transformation Pill and rinse your mouth with a sip of water.

Chen Mu picked up a damp cloth from the low table to wipe his hands, then got up and went to the east side of the house.

There was a long table there, covered with a sheet of white paper the same length as the table.

He closed his eyes and thought for a moment, then picked up his brush, dipped it in ink, and a pattern formed by two dots and lines appeared.

"Still two points of proficiency." Chen Mu pouted.

"If only I could use my drawing abilities to cast the Aura Spell," Chen Mu thought greedily.

Unfortunately, drawing only increases drawing proficiency.

At most, they can act as appraisers, telling him the difference between divine intent and spiritual incantations, but they won't tell him how to bridge that gap.

"Collect training techniques?" Chen Mu hesitated a bit.

Following the typical practices of a transmigrator, the best course of action would be to quickly acquire the Body Refining Technique, then continuously stack armor to rapidly cultivate the Armor Soul.

But actually doing that... it's a bit too much.

Wasting your own life, and... wasting other people's lives too?
Chen Mu didn't really want to move.

After all... the hundred-year limit is still a long way off, isn't it?

Chen Mu sat down in the rocking chair, picked up the milk tea and took a happy sip.

What's wrong with him wanting a more comfortable and relaxed life?

In my past life, I was a corporate slave, working so hard but still not living a good life. I still had to eat pickled cabbage from the old pit.

"We'll see...we'll see."

……

Jinshui River, Shangyang Island.

The flagship of the Jinghong Gang docked at the island.

Inside the main hall at the center of the island, Sikou Qing sat at the head of the table with a smile.

Jin Wuduan stood below, bowed slightly, and told Sikou Qing about the changes, including Zhuo Yinghai's death.

"Uncle Jin, you've worked hard." Si Kouqing said with a smile, "Uncle Jin can handle these small matters."

Jin Wuduan paused for a moment, then gave a wry smile.

He had almost forgotten that in the eyes of these scions of powerful families, let alone Zhuo Yinghai, a mere hall master, even if the entire Jinghong Gang were wiped out, it wouldn't be a big deal.

"Should we search for sincerity again? Keeping him around is always a potential problem," Jin Wu asked, adjusting his emotions. Si Kouqing thought for a moment and said, "Forget it, let him be."

The young Taoist boy has been sent back to his family, and it's impossible for them to find him now.

"If the other party really wants the Thousand Machine Token, he might be a good helper." Si Kouqing even considered recruiting him.

Jin Wuduan's heart skipped a beat.

Sincerity was the murderer who killed Sikou Yu.

They can recruit these people?!

"Tomorrow, gather manpower and prepare supplies. Five days later, I will continue my northward training," Si Kouqing instructed.

"Yes!" Jin Wuduan immediately composed himself and respectfully accepted the order.

Si Kouqing nodded in satisfaction.

She needs to train a group of capable people as soon as possible to help her find the Thousand Machine Token.

Once the Daoist Child is found, the family will surely prepare a Thousand Machine Token for her.

But if she can find one or more more, she can exchange them for other rewards from the family treasury.

……

On January 21st, 641 AD, the weather was clear.

It was supposed to be an ordinary day.

Chen Mu suddenly felt disoriented while cooking. Then, two dark spots appeared on the outer sides of his upper arms.

Two pieces of wandering spirit, each the size of a quail egg.

Chen Mu was so happy that he stewed a pork knuckle for himself early in the morning.

"I didn't expect it. I didn't expect it."

"You little rascal, you've actually evolved into a giant turkey!"

After all that effort spent on the Red Falcon Form Training Technique, all they gave him were two soybeans.

The white ape's physical training went smoothly, despite being constantly criticized, yet he was rewarded with two quail eggs?!

"That Black Tiger Form Refinement Technique..." Chen Mu couldn't help but feel excited.

He didn't even have time to feel the change in his aura; he mastered the Black Tiger Tendon-Changing Technique that very afternoon.

……

Nanshi Fanlou, Chunfenglou.

The lobby on the first floor was dimly lit.

On the central stage, the music was lively, and the beautiful singers danced gracefully.

Inside a booth directly below the stage, seven or eight rough-and-tumble men were drinking and playing drinking games.

A thin, middle-aged man with half-white hair and beard sat in the middle, embracing two women on either side, looking quite happy.

All of them were new members of the Jinghong Gang.

The thin, elderly man was the strongest and oldest among them, and also their superior.

"Old Ge, why did you choose to practice the Form Technique?" A short, stocky man next to him asked, scratching his head in confusion.

"You have been practicing your physical form for many years. Perhaps after taking a few Dragon Transformation Pills, you will have achieved the Great Perfection of Marrow Transformation."

"If we try harder and get a few more Dragon Transformation Pills, we might be able to cultivate our spirit."

Old Ge took a sip of sweet fruit wine with a satisfied smile: "I'm getting old, I don't have the ambition of you young people."

"Three Dragon Transformation Pills might allow me to achieve the Great Perfection of Marrow Transformation. But we are outsiders after all. Even if we achieve the Great Perfection of Form, we can only be given the position of leader at most. And that would be a leader who charges into battle and risks his life."

"The Jinghong Gang is recruiting a lot of people this time, so what they're doing is probably very dangerous. What will happen to my whole family if I'm gone?"

"It would be better to choose a more advanced cultivation technique, whose benefits could extend to generations," Old Ge said with a leisurely air.

The short, stout man immediately gave Old Ge a thumbs-up, praising his foresight and wisdom.

A hint of disdain flashed in his eyes. First, use the Dragon Transformation Pill to boost his strength, then achieve great merit. At that point, wouldn't he be able to choose whatever he wanted?
This old man has lost his competitive spirit.

Old Man Ge was shrewd and saw through the other person's thoughts, but he didn't care.

He was young once too; everyone has a competitive spirit.

But the Jinghong Gang's achievements are not so easy to obtain; they could easily cost them their lives.

"We need to find a way to get rid of this hothead."

"Old Ge, could you tell us about the wonders of the training technique you chose?" the short, stout man asked curiously.

These words immediately struck a nerve with Elder Ge: "Hehe, the form-training technique I chose is called the White Jade Toad. This breathing method is complex and profound, yet extremely easy to master."

"If future generations cultivate according to the law, at least the initial steps will be two times easier."

"As everyone knows, breathing techniques are key to physical training. The more detailed and varied the breathing, the stronger the effect."

"Do you know how many variations the White Jade Toad's Marrow Transformation Breathing Technique has?"

One hundred and eight kinds!

"Hiss..." Several people exclaimed in surprise: "It really is a superior method."

In the corner, Chen Mu, who was staring at Yu Tao's perfect figure, couldn't help but murmur, "Wonderful, wonderful, indescribably wonderful..."

(End of this chapter)