Chapter 287: Returning to the Mansion

After symbolically giving the top three some rewards, Cheng Feng spoke bluntly: "I already know your strength, conviction, and methods, but your strength is still not enough."

The disciples below the stage were in an uproar; they were Skin Refining Perfection Martial Artists who were considered top-tier figures in Qingxi County.

Walking anywhere in the county, who wasn't followed by people beckoning and bowing?

Yet now, the Sect Master said their strength was not enough; with the current strength of the Hong Sect, was there anyone who dared to pull the whiskers of a tiger?

Looking at the expressions of the disciples below, Cheng Feng sighed; the tiny county really had trapped their horizons.

Cheng Feng said sternly: "You are merely at the second stage of Martial Dao, the Skin Refining Realm, which is the peak of the Human Gate."

But do you not know that above the Human Gate, there is the Earth Gate?

Why do you limit yourselves to the Human Gate and cannot walk out? There is a plan within the sect that requires you to complete, but your strength is all too weak.

Now, I announce that over the next three months, I will select the top three among you fifteen who break through to the Blood Refining Realm to carry out a mission.

If you succeed, you will open up new territory and eat until you are dripping with oil.

If you fail, you will still have the strength to protect yourselves and at least be able to return safely.

I have said all that needs to be said; for the next three months, you will hand over all your sect duties to the deputies you choose.

Go all out to break through; the sect will cover all medicinal soups for these three months.

Of course, this is something you will have to repay with merit later.

This opportunity depends on whether you can grasp it."

Having said that, Cheng Feng nodded to Wang Hu, signaling that the rest was up to Wang Hu.

Wang Hu and the other three were already high-level Hall Masters; they had fought when they needed to fight and sacrificed when they needed to sacrifice.

Cheng Feng naturally would not do something like killing the donkey after the grinding is done; these Department Heads at Skin Refining Perfection were already the ceiling among the disciples.

If he didn't send them out, Cheng Feng was afraid that Wang Hu and the other three wouldn't be able to suppress them.

Everyone has their own ambitions; who doesn't want to live in a luxurious house, sleep with the most beautiful women, and ride the fiercest horses?

As long as the four of them don't make mistakes, Cheng Feng will ensure they have no worries about food or clothing for the rest of their lives.

But it would be best if they could keep up with his pace.

Skin Refining Late Stage is just one step away from Skin Refining Perfection.

I hope they don't get stuck at this step!

Otherwise, if they block the path of promotion for those below, anyone would have something to say.

Cheng Feng is confident that his own strength is the strongest in the Hong Sect.

That is why he is so permissive and at ease.

Even if the trajectory of the Hong Sect goes astray, Cheng Feng has the confidence to correct it back.

His own foundation naturally cannot be discarded just like that.

On the contrary, Cheng Feng still wants to treat them well; if he can give them a hand, that would be even better.

Even buying horse bones with a thousand gold will let the talents in the Hong Sect see it.

Returning to the Cheng Mansion, Cheng Feng naturally went straight to the large communal bed.

Leaving the warm, soft arms and red lips, Cheng Feng felt that being outside was not interesting at all.

But a man still needs money as a lubricant for life.

Occasionally rushing about, Cheng Feng could only endure it.

But after his realm became higher, his physique also became stronger.

Even one Principal Wife, two Equal Wives, and fifteen Concubines were already unable to satisfy Cheng Feng's appetite.

Cheng Feng needs women, and he needs women with super-strong Martial Dao aptitude to help him add points.

If they could help him in his career, that would be even better.

Recently, Black Ear members discovered someone inquiring about his background; after repeated confirmation, it was found to be the County Magistrate's wife.

This left Cheng Feng somewhat confused, until Black Ear brought back a portrait, and Cheng Feng suddenly realized.

Isn't that Lady Liu who came to the medical clinic for treatment?

Especially Lady Liu's eyes, which were clear yet carried a hint of allure.

It was enough to hook a man's soul away.

Even if Cheng Feng had enough self-control, he was not a eunuch.

Naturally, there were times when he had fire in him.

He called over Zheng Ya, who was beside him and also possessed some alluring attributes, and said: "Ya'er, come and see for your husband, what is wrong with your husband?"

Zheng Ya looked at her master who loved to tease people.

She brushed aside the hair on her forehead that was blocking her vision.

Cheng Feng's mind was still thinking about Lady Liu's matter.

What is the use of inquiring about him?

Not many people know his true identity, but it is not a small number either.

This really needs to be paid close attention to.

Cheng Feng didn't feel that he could truly cover the sky with one hand.

In the world of this ancient era, the largest and most ruthless force will always be the Imperial Court.

If the common people weren't truly unable to survive,

how could they possibly rebel?

Could it be that the government has set its sights on him?

Having read history books from his past life, Cheng Feng seemed to have seen through the laws of the era's environment.

He excitedly patted the delicate Ya'er in front of him and fiercely criticized the course of history; he wouldn't be that unlucky, would he?

Looking at Ya'er, whose eyes were brimming with seduction, Cheng Feng gave up on thinking about other matters.

Only after emptying his soul did Cheng Feng begin his path of Martial Dao.

Cheng Feng had a clear understanding of the progress of his own cultivation; he knew well the accelerating effect of the "Silk-Pulling Art" technique on the Bone Refining process, as well as the formidable power of the "Pikong Palm" martial skill.

Especially that palm technique which projected Blood Qi; it allowed him to witness for the first time such an overbearing and direct method of attack, and he could not help but secretly rejoice in his heart that he had been able to take that palm strike head-on by relying on his Master-level Bronze Statue Technique and his physique, which had been strengthened by the Super Serum.

Recalling his clash with Xu Tian at the time, Cheng Feng still felt lingering fear in his heart.

Had Xu Tian not been in a rush to escape, he likely would not have survived that palm strike. This made him realize even more profoundly the terrifying power of the "Pikong Palm," and that he still needed to work tirelessly on his path of cultivation to deal with even stronger enemies he might encounter in the future.

To assist in the cultivation of the "Silk-Pulling Art," Cheng Feng quickly summoned the maidservants and instructed them to prepare medicinal herbs for him to decoct.

Among these herbs, Angelica, White Flag, Notoginseng, Peach Wood, and Bergamot were each carefully selected, and they played an indispensable role in his cultivation. Among these few herbs, Notoginseng and Bergamot were especially valued by Cheng Feng.

Notoginseng, with its unique efficacy in invigorating blood, dispelling stasis, reducing swelling, and alleviating pain, is hailed as "Gold Cannot Buy." In the process of cultivation, it could help Cheng Feng accelerate the circulation of Vital Energy and Blood within his body, promote the strengthening of his bones and internal organs, and provide a solid foundation for the cultivation of the "Silk-Pulling Art."

As for Bergamot, with its unique medicinal properties, it could harmonize Qi and Blood and enhance the body's flexibility and coordination, allowing Cheng Feng to be more adept when practicing external martial arts like the "Pikong Palm."

Following the busy figures of the maidservants, waves of medicinal fragrance gradually permeated the entire room.

Cheng Feng closed his eyes and focused his mind, casually adding his surplus Fortune Points to the Bronze Statue Technique, his heart filled with confidence.

Your talents are powerful, but unfortunately, I have a cheat.

It is just right to have a comparison.

Let's see if I can catch up to you in a short amount of time.

Decided, I won't leave the house until I reach Organ Refining.

I'll just stay at home with my wife, children, and a warm bed.