My experience of grinding in another world

Chapter 23 Open Source

After adjusting her mindset, Chen Mu washed up and cooked.

White wheat rice, grilled wild rabbit, and a platter of wild fruits from the mountains and forests.

This was the first time he had put his heart into preparing a meal since returning to Chenjia Village.

A few days ago I was in a daze and spent all my time in the woods throwing stones to practice my "flying locust" technique.

This skill gives him a sense of security.

The plants, insects, and snakes in the mountains and forests caused him considerable harm.

Adjust the gray wall.

Writing: 1445/10000/Second order;

Drawing: 1353/10000/Second order;

Throw: 4623/10000/Tier 2;

Red Falcon Form Training Technique: 216/10000/Second Tier;

Cooking skill: 2642/10000/Tier 1;
My training in physical techniques has become somewhat lax, and I only gain about thirty experience points a day.

He actually pushed aside most of the throwing skills.

Not only did his throwing technique become more refined, but he also developed many unique methods for making hidden weapons.

Chen Mu couldn't help but recall.

When Sheng Hong was killed, a pebble was aimed directly at his forehead.

Sheng Hong's forehead was torn open and his face was covered in blood, but his bones were not broken.

"When the Body Refinement Technique is cultivated to the Bone Transformation Realm, the bones will become hard, and even if an ordinary stone breaks, it may not be able to damage the bones."

"I'll go back to the city in a couple of days and then go and forge a batch of special hidden weapons."

……

Three days later, Chen Mu had no choice but to return to Qingshan County.

He had to go to the Qingshan County government office to draw up an arrest warrant.

On the way back to the city, Chen Mu appeared calm on the surface, but was quite nervous inside.

He was terrified that a squad of constables would jump out from the corner and swarm him, tying him up hand and foot.

But in reality, nothing happened.

Sheng Hong disappeared without a trace, and nobody cared.

No one bothered Chen Mu until he left the county government office.

He also made a point of subtly inquiring about major events in the county.

Aside from the fact that the Zuo family was haunted by evil spirits, which the eldest son of the Zuo family used his divine power to kill, there was nothing else new.

"It's all calm now," Chen Mu said, relieved, as he went home.

I also stopped by the blacksmith's shop on the way and ordered a bag of iron lotus seeds to upgrade the Flying Locust Stone.

……

After cautiously investigating for a few more days to confirm that no one had discovered Sheng Hong's death, Chen Mu was finally completely relieved.

Time passed day by day, and the weather grew colder and colder.

People on the street wished they could wrap themselves up like rice dumplings.

Chen Mu also discovered another benefit of the Body Refinement Technique—resistance to freezing.

After he completed the Yi Jin Jing (Muscle/Tendon Changing Technique), it seemed as if a special tissue had appeared under his skin, which not only improved his defense but also enhanced his tolerance to temperature.

I can feel the cold, but I'm not afraid of it.

But to follow the crowd, Chen Mu still wrapped himself up like a rice dumpling.

East Market Rice Shop.

Chen Mu carried a bag of white wheat away.

"Six copper coins a pound, that's doubled in price, hasn't it?"

The chaotic situation in the heart of Daliang eventually affected this small border town.

He has begun to consciously stockpile food.

I went to Zheng Tu's place again, and sure enough, meat prices were rising.

Not only have prices increased, but there have also been several stockouts this month.

"Won't Qingshan County also descend into chaos?" Chen Mu asked worriedly.

……

As time went by, the weather grew colder and colder.

The number of people on the streets has visibly decreased.

The chaotic news from all over Daliang made the small town even quieter. Everyone stayed at home and stopped going out.

The county town appeared calm on the surface, but beneath the surface, it seemed as if undercurrents were surging.

Chen Mu sat at the square table, counting the silver and copper coins in his hand one by one.

"Ninety-seven taels of silver and four hundred and thirty-five copper coins."

Each month, he takes medicine, eats meat, and practices martial arts, costing at least sixty taels of silver.

If he doesn't reduce the intensity of his training, he can only last another month and a half at most.

Chen Mu's face was grim. He hadn't received a single portrait order throughout February.

Since Mr. Zhen, the owner of Miaohuafang, went to Nanyang Prefecture, he has never returned.

Without the portrait business, Chen Mu's life immediately took a sharp turn for the worse.

The creation of portraits should be based on a peaceful and stable environment.

The arrival of chaotic times inevitably affected the calligraphy and painting industry.

"We need to find a way to open source it."

It's not that he doesn't want to cut costs, but he really has no other choice.

To quickly master the Body Refinement Technique, secret medicines are indispensable.

He also considered stopping Jiejia from running errands and buying things for him.

It cost twenty taels of silver each time, and he felt heartbroken every time he saw this old man.

But now the official road is blocked by bandits. Pharmacies are missing most of their medicinal herbs.

Aside from the channels through Jiejia, he had nowhere else to buy medicine.

"How about we sell this manual?" Chen Mu looked up at the portrait hanging on the wall. It contained a detailed record of the Red Falcon Form Training Technique.

He wasn't entirely willing; he always had a possessive mentality.

But when I think about how many people Sheng Hong has taught this form-training technique, I can’t say I’ve mastered it all.

Moreover, even if others learn it, without a proficiency cheat, no one can practice faster or better than him.

Thinking about it this way made me feel a little better.

It will bring in a lot of money and allow him to train even better and faster!
"I've decided, I'll find a chance to sell this thing and get some money!"

……

Late February, evening.

Chen Mu prepared a meal at home.

Not long after, Jie Jia appeared out of nowhere, just like always.

Even with Chen Mu's current Yi Jin realm, he could only barely make out the other person's figure.

This old man might actually be a top-tier expert at the Marrow Transformation Realm.

"Old man, would you like to have something to eat with me?" Chen Mu invited warmly.

Jie Jia examined the food carefully, his eyes darting around before he fixed his gaze on Chen Mu: "Speak."

"What did you say?" Chen Mu feigned ignorance.

"Payment." Jie Jia tossed down the bag of medicine and said indifferently.

If you don't want to say anything, then forget it.

Chen Mu chuckled awkwardly; the old man was still as straightforward as ever.

"I'd like to sell a copy of the Body Refinement Technique. I wonder if you have any connections?" Chen Mu didn't try to hide anything.

Yes, Chen Mu set his sights on Jie Jia.

The other party is a secretive assassin with unique channels.

"Twenty percent," Jie Jia said calmly.

"What do you mean?" Chen Mu was confused.

He immediately realized that they wanted 20% as payment?!
That old geezer is so greedy!

"Fine!" Chen Mu said, almost gritting his teeth.

The Body Refining Technique is powerful, and most people can't afford it. Without the right channels, it's really hard to sell!
"The Ghost Market tomorrow evening," Jie Jia nodded in satisfaction.

This old man actually knows about the ghost market; he's definitely got some connections!

Chen Mu lived in Qingshan County for more than half a year and heard a lot of rumors and gossip.

The ghost market is one of them.

They say they sell everything, and they dare to sell anything!

"Give me the payment quickly, and I'll go back and smooth things over with the ghost market for you," Jie Jia urged.

"Okay, okay, okay." Chen Mu's face lit up with joy.

Selling the Body Refining Technique would restore a significant amount of his health, allowing him to cultivate peacefully for a considerable period.

Just as I was about to take out my money, I suddenly realized something was wrong.

Are they pressing for payment?
Chen Mu glanced at the packets of medicinal herbs, then looked at the composed Jie Jia.

He stepped forward, opened the bags, and checked each item one by one.

After a long while, Chen Mu took out a handful of medicinal herbs from the bottom of his pocket and carefully compared them with the herbs on the top of his pocket.

They look almost identical, but...

Chen Mu looked at Jie Jia with a helpless expression.

Luckily, I've been bored lately and read a few medical books, which helped me master the art of making medicine. Otherwise, you really might have fooled me!
How come your adulteration techniques have been upgraded?!

"Damn fake drug dealers," Jie Jia said indifferently, a flash of disappointment in his eyes.

Chen Mu glared at Jie Jia.

When others say this, they are criticizing the fake drug dealers for selling fake drugs.

When Jie Jia said that, he was actually implying that the fake medicine dealers' medicine wasn't fake enough!
(End of this chapter)