Fantasy: Immortality Begins with Absorbing Demons

Chapter 430 (Part 3)

With Han Yi's support, the business scope of "Plum Blossom Pavilion" has expanded considerably compared to before, which means more people are needed to manage the premises.

After all, Han Yi's main focus right now is still on Qiyun Mountain. It's too far away, and if there's an emergency, he can't get there in a short time.

"The Hundred Heroes Association?" Han Yi smiled immediately. He and Tao Qingtang met through the Hundred Heroes Association.

"Is Sun Ruoqing still in charge, recruiting people everywhere to earn commissions?"

"Brother Han is joking. Senior Sister Sun only provided the channels. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't know you." Tao Qingtang covered her mouth and chuckled, clearly amused by Han Yi's words. "The current Hundred Heroes Gathering is hosted by Senior Sister Gongsun Lan from Piaoxue Academy. I heard that Senior Sister Sun has made enough money and gone home to take care of her children."

She added.

"Go home to see the kids..." Han Yi shook his head, somewhat disbelieving.

Given Sun Ruoqing's money-loving and materialistic nature, it's likely that she realized she couldn't break through her limits within the allotted time and was forced to leave Jingtian Manor, which in turn forced her to leave the Hundred Heroes Association.

"Didn't they say there was a genius among the Hundred Heroes? His name is Ouyang Qi. What do you think of him? Anyway, hiring him for a while should be enough to keep an eye on things."

Based on his past impressions, he made a suggestion.

“Ouyang Qi? No, that man has a bad temper and is ruthless. I heard that in a fit of rage, he committed a bloody crime at the master’s house and is now wanted and will be executed soon.” Tao Qingtang smiled helplessly.

"I see..." Han Yi was somewhat surprised, not expecting so many things to have happened in the past year.

"If I were to recommend someone..." He thought for a moment, and suddenly thought of someone.

That kid Meng Ren… I was arguing with him about it last time, wanting to go out and find a part-time job to broaden my horizons and, incidentally, hone my martial arts skills…

"Alright, I'll go to Jingtian Manor to ask about it for you later, and I'll let you know when I get news."

"Thank you, Brother Han!" Tao Qingtang stood up, curtsied, and bowed.

"No need, no need. Given our relationship, this is nothing, there's no need for such formalities." Han Yi quickly stood up, wanting her to get up as well.

However, Tao Qingtang still did not get up.

"..."

Seeing this, Han Yi's expression slowly became serious. He looked at Tao Qingtang seriously and said, "Qingtang, it seems you have other things to do today..." Tao Qingtang was silent for a moment, her pretty face blushing slightly.

"Brother Han..." she stammered.

"It's alright, just say it. There's no hurdle in this world that can't be overcome," Han Yi said with a smile.

This was the first time he had ever seen Tao Qingtang so embarrassed. When he asked for a favor, he was also curious about what important matter it was.

“It’s about this…” Tao Qingtang pulled her younger brother over.

"Brother Han, do you think my little brother is any good? Can you take him as your apprentice?" She asked firmly, pressing her hand on her brother's head to make him kowtow.

"Huh?" Han Yi was taken aback, somewhat confused. Was that all?

"With your family's wealth, sending your younger brother to the Yuanmiao Sect to support his cultivation would be more than enough. Wouldn't that be the right path in martial arts?" "I've been there. His aptitude isn't good enough. Even if I offered him money, they wouldn't accept him..." Tao Qingtang whispered, her face somewhat astonished.

"That's normal. The Yuanmiao Sect has high entry requirements and strict standards." Han Yi quickly comforted him. After all, he hadn't entered the Yuanmiao Sect himself, so he couldn't force others to do the same.

He thought for a moment and said, "Sending it to Jingtian Manor is not a bad idea. I remember there is a martial arts school near your house on the outskirts of Jingtian Manor. If you are interested, I can help you get in touch with them."

"This..." Tao Qingtang's voice trailed off, her head bowed even lower, "Well, they didn't go in... They said he was soft-hearted, lacked willpower, and his constitution wasn't good, so they didn't want him..."

"What?" Han Yi was genuinely surprised this time.

It's understandable that Yuanmiao Sect couldn't get in. But to be unable to even get into Jingtian Manor—how poor must their aptitude be?!

He knew the personalities and temperaments of the martial arts instructors, especially those at the martial arts schools. Basically, you could get in as long as you paid money.

Whether I can learn it or not, they don't care.

"That's why I wanted Brother Han to help me... even if it's just as a nominal disciple..." Tao Qingtang's tone was filled with hope, like a drowning person seeing the last hope after reaching the shore.

"I'm very busy. Even if I take him in, I won't have much time to teach him martial arts," Han Yi emphasized. "Besides, I can't teach him the inner courtyard's true skills of Jingtian Manor."

Without aptitude, vitality, comprehension, or natural talent, how can one practice martial arts?

Even if it were just him, at the very least, his comprehension far surpassed that of ordinary people. And with the existence of the system panel, he was able to carve out his own place in this martial arts world.

"It's alright, I don't ask for too much. I just hope my younger brother is healthy and strong." Tao Qingtang's eyes showed a pleading look. In daily life, whether you owe someone a favor or someone owes you a favor, it's a normal occurrence.

If something can be solved with money, try not to use favors, because money is easy to repay, but favors are hard to repay.

Human relationships, like money, should be used wisely, at crucial times and in critical moments. They shouldn't be used constantly; constantly using them is a waste. Unless absolutely necessary, never trouble others.

This has been a principle that Tao Qingtang has always adhered to. And now, it's a crucial moment when this favor has to be used.

"Hmm..." Han Yi slowly closed his eyes and thought for a moment.

A person's strength and energy are ultimately limited.

There are some things he only understands now that he has become an inspector.

While military force can certainly resolve many issues through violence, it cannot solve everything. Suppression by force alone cannot address all problems comprehensively.

Therefore, the more powerful a martial artist is, the more likely they are to have a powerful force behind them to help them handle various matters.

Moreover, his current strength is far from being considered powerful; he can only act arrogantly around Qiyun Mountain. In the entire Huayang City, his true combat strength is only slightly above average.

Therefore, he must form cliques and combine various forces in order to handle thorny issues more easily.

Like Tao Qingtang, this woman has outstanding business acumen and is also very perceptive in dealing with people. She never bothers him and is always a great help to him.

The amount of gold notes he received each month was no less than four figures, along with various intelligence reports and a wide variety of antiques. Although only a few of these contained yin energy, they were still an important source of information.

Now, all they're asking him to do is beg him to take on a nominal disciple...