I'm so tired of traveling all the time

"Brother Wen, Zhao has brought good news this time!" Zhao Zhongtian said with some credit as soon as they met.

"Oh, it seems I have to prepare some wine to entertain Brother Zhao!" Wen Liang had vaguely guessed what the good news Zhao Zhongtian was talking about, and smiled as he welcomed him into the living room.

Soon after, Wen Liang's happy laughter was heard in the courtyard.

At this time, there were three martial arts secrets books on the table in the living room. Wen Liang felt excited when he saw them, and Zhao Zhongtian was also explaining them.

"Brother Wen, please take a look. This is the 'Liuyun Heart Sutra', which was once the Liuyun Sect's secret heart technique book. It has a total of five levels. If an ordinary disciple can learn the first three levels, he can reach the level of a second-rate master. This is the complete book!" After Zhao Zhongtian finished speaking, he looked at Wen Liang on the side.

Wen Liang was surprised after hearing this. "If you can master the first three levels, you can reach the level of a second-rate master. Then, after learning the fifth level, won't you be able to reach the first-rate level?!"

Zhao Zhongtian nodded, but said with regret, "The most powerful leader of Liuyun Sect only learned the first four levels, and had not yet fully mastered the fifth level. But even so, he has reached the level of a first-rate master. Even if he is at the end of the first rate, he is still first-rate, far from second-rate!

It's a pity that Liuyun Sect was destroyed later, and I haven't heard of anyone who can practice these five levels, and most of the Liuyun disciples are only hovering at the second or third level. It seems that practicing martial arts also requires talent!"

Wen Liang nodded in agreement when he heard this. When it comes to martial arts, he didn't know much more than Zhao Zhongtian.

"The second book is 'Liuyun Sword Technique'. This is the sword technique used by Liuyun Sect disciples. It's not that great, but it's not bad either. It's said that when you practice it to a high level, some moves can emit sword energy to attack the enemy and kill the enemy without them being seen. It's really powerful... Of course, this is what the person who gave me said. The details still need to be checked by Brother Wen."

Wen Liang flipped through the book of swordsmanship. The text and illustrations were vivid, especially the explanations next to them, which made it easy to understand at a glance.

"This last book is called 'Thirteen Ways to Capture the Crane'. It is a set of hand techniques, mostly fist and palm moves. You can take a look at it."

After saying that, Zhao Zhongtian picked up the tea and took a few sips to moisten his dry throat.

Wen Liang flipped through the three books, thinking about what Zhao Zhongtian said. These martial arts techniques are all pretty good, but the prerequisite is that one must have a high talent for martial arts. This is similar to the martial arts novels Wen Liang has read. Most martial arts techniques have such requirements.

But if he could get the secret manual of divine power, that would be another story... Of course, Wen Liang was just thinking about it, and he didn't expect a merchant like Zhao Zhongtian to easily get any secret manual of divine power. If he really got it, he would have to carefully weigh its authenticity!

"Brother Zhao, you have worked so hard for me for so many days. I will definitely reward you handsomely... But I am a little curious about one thing. I wonder if Brother Zhao can tell me where these secret books came from?"

Zhao Zhongtian was not annoyed after hearing this. He put down his teacup and said, "Brother Wen, don't worry. I am a businessman and I will not do anything to rob or rob others... Speaking of this secret book, I have to mention the An family in the capital!"

Seeing Zhao Zhongtian lowering his voice and being mysterious at the end, Wen Liang's curiosity was piqued. He didn't expect that this matter would involve the An family!

"Appreciate further details!"

"An Shigeng of the An family, also known as Master An, has a large and extensive business. This means that if you move in the capital, you will be involved in his business!"

"So exaggerated!" Wen Liang said in surprise.

"It's so exaggerated. Almost all big merchants have business dealings with the An family. Whether it's legitimate or illegitimate, the An family does it all!" Zhao Zhongtian said, "I heard that the An family has a close relationship with Prime Minister Cai, so they almost have total control over the business in the capital."

"We do all kinds of business... Are you saying that these secret manuals come from An Shigeng's business?"

"That's right!" Zhao Zhongtian nodded and said, "The Liuyun Sect was destroyed by a mysterious force a long time ago, and only this mental method and swordsmanship were left. Although the price is not low, it is considered powerful among the martial arts I have seen! Brother Wen, you can take a look. If it is not suitable, I will look for it carefully. Maybe there are other more suitable ones..."

"Thank you so much, Brother Zhao. I'll give it a try first. I may have to trouble you again later!"

"Easy to say, easy to say!"

"Rou'er!" Wen Liang called Wen Rou, "Go get that bottle of wine."

"It's your son."

Soon, Wenrou brought a bottle of wine, and Zhao Zhongtian's eyes were attracted to it. This was a style of wine bottle he had never seen before, but it was equally crystal clear.

Wen Liang took the wine and gave it to Zhao Zhongtian, saying, "Thank you for your hard work, Brother Zhao. Please continue to help me collect some martial arts secrets. I will reward you handsomely!"

"Brother Wen, you are too kind. These secret books are not as valuable as I thought. What I paid is far less than what Brother Wen gave me! Zhao will definitely continue to pay attention to this matter. Brother Wen, wait for my good news!"

After seeing Zhao Zhongtian off, Wen Liang couldn't help but take the secret book to the study and read it carefully.

Wen Liang could barely understand the words used in the mental method, but he didn't dare to guess or try out some of the words related to body acupuncture points, the eight trigrams and the five elements, and Taoist metaphors. For something like internal strength, if you make a mistake, it is likely to cause big problems. Although Wen Liang is not afraid of getting hurt, the most important thing now is that he doesn't know where to start practicing!

Wen Liang originally thought that since it was an internal skill that could be learned, he still had a chance and tried to see if it could be detected by the system, and then he could learn it directly... But it turned out that he was overthinking, and the system didn't respond at all.

"Does it mean that in order to learn the internal energy techniques, I have to learn classical Chinese, Chinese medicine, and Taoist classics all over again?!" Wen Liang was very distressed.

He didn't believe that those who had learned the internal skills had mastered them all. Otherwise, why would they practice martial arts? Wouldn't it be better to just take the imperial examination?

"By the way, just because I don't understand doesn't mean others don't understand!" Wen Liang immediately perked up and called Wenrou.

Although Wenrou grew up in Xianxiu Pavilion, she has learned music, chess, calligraphy and painting. She is much better than Wenliang in ancient Chinese literature and has no problem reading it. She has also read many Buddhist and Taoist scriptures. As for acupuncture points, they are even simpler. It is not difficult for her to find them by buying medical books or asking doctors!

So, Wen Liang enthusiastically explained to Wen Rou the origins of these books.

"Is this the secret of internal strength?" Rou'er curiously flipped through a few pages of the book and felt that it was not as difficult to understand as her own master said.

"Yes, maybe you can understand it?"

"Of course, sir. But this is such a precious thing, Rou'er..."

Wen Liang held Rou'er's hand and said, "At this point, what's the difference between you and me? I hope you can learn martial arts and become more powerful, so that I don't have to worry about your safety!"

She smiled gently, "Sir, you are joking again. Rou'er will not leave you. With you by my side, there is no danger for Rou'er~"

Wen Liang looked at Wen Rou quietly without saying anything, thinking: I don't want you to leave either, but I can't control it now! I really can't bear to give up such a beautiful and obedient woman. If I could keep her by my side...

"It is of course good to learn internal skills. Not only will it improve your health, it can also prolong your life and keep you young!"

"Prolong youth?!" Wenrou's eyes lit up. "Since you want me to learn, then I will go with you!"

"Exactly what I want!"

In the following time, Wenrou explained the notes, and Wenliang listened carefully and memorized them. As for the acupoints mentioned in the secret method, Wenrou also knew them all.

It was not until sunset that the two of them finished reading the thin book of secret techniques, next to which were densely packed annotations written by Wen Liang.

"Let me try it first." Wen Liang said as he came to sit cross-legged on the bed and began to breathe according to the steps in the secret book.

At first, Wen Liang was still paying attention to the rhythm of his breathing, feeling whether there were any changes in the positions of the acupuncture points in his body. But soon, Wen Liang's breathing slowed down, his mind gradually became quiet, and he seemed to be asleep.

Rou'er sat aside waiting for Wen Liang to wake up after the experiment, but after waiting for a long time, Wen Liang did not open his eyes, so Rou'er picked up the internal energy technique again and read it carefully.

The morning bell rang loudly, echoing throughout the capital.

When Wen Liang opened his eyes again, it was already the next morning!