Rise from a Low-class Family to Martial Artist-Chapter 168 - 43: Su Lingchuan: You Just Do It, I’ll Defend You (Part 4)

"Hmm, I acknowledge your speculation."

Qiu Rufeng nodded slightly. Now, to obtain the blood of a Grade-Entering Demon Beast, one can only exchange it from the Imperial Treasury, because only at the borders of Liang is there still conflict with the Demon Race, where a large amount of demon blood and flesh can be obtained. However, there is no record of the Lian Family exchanging demon beast blood from the Imperial Treasury.

"Transfer this matter to the Rao Mansion side, let them thoroughly investigate the Lian Family."

"Understood."

Xu Luncai agreed, then asked, "Sir, with the decision you made today, I fear the Lian Family will hold a grudge against Lin Chen. If the Lian Family indeed has something shady, they may secretly target Lin Chen. Should we send someone to protect him secretly?"

"After this county competition ends, Lin Chen will enter the Martial Arts Academy. The Lian Family’s influence won’t reach that far, no need to worry about it."

Qiu Rufeng, stroking his beard, continued, "Compared to this matter, Luncai, regarding the article Lin Chen wrote that Lingchuan just read, I plan to ask Lin Chen to complete it and then send it to the Jiangnan Dao Martial Affairs Hall."

"The text Lin Chen wrote is simple yet incredibly moving. I think it’s a good idea."

"Do you think it would be appropriate for me to wait until the county competition is over and have the first place from the five counties compete again?"

Xu Luncai smiled wryly, "Sir, your favoritism is too obvious. Lin Chen is already unbeatable below the level of the Eighteen Acupoints. Arranging this competition might lead others to grumble internally."

"Haha, I’m just cherishing talent. However, you’re right, going too far would be inappropriate, and it might push Lin Chen to the opposition of the entire Rao Mansion’s various families."

Qiu Rufeng only had a spontaneous idea, and after Xu Luncai’s advice, he realized it was too whimsical.

As the Director of the Military Affairs Department, he couldn’t show too much favoritism towards a particular student.

The prosperity of the Martial Path in Liang is not supported by a single top expert, but by the numerous mid-level martial artists.

In the past, when demons roamed rampant within Liang, relying solely on top martial artists, it would take more than fifty years to eliminate them all. The fact that nearly all demons within Liang were eradicated in thirty years was due to the emergence of waves of mid-level martial artists.

"When Lin Chen’s confinement is over, bring him to see me."

"Yes."

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In the small dark room, although the space was narrow, Lin Chen did not give up practicing martial arts.

The two martial artists guarding the room, hearing the various sounds of slicing through the air coming from the room behind them, did not know what to say.

Since the establishment of the confinement room by the Military Affairs Department, no student had continued to train during confinement. But on second thought, it seemed there was no rule prohibiting confined students from training.

"Sir!"

Xu Luncai nodded. Hearing the commotion from the small dark room in front of him, the corner of his mouth twitched.

Su Lingchuan didn’t exaggerate; Lin Chen truly did not waste a moment practicing martial arts.

Ordinary people would feel anxious when confined, having no mind to train. This mindset is quite remarkable.

"Lin Chen, come out."

Without opening the door, Xu Luncai called out across the room. A few moments later, the noise inside ceased, and Lin Chen pushed open the door and came out.

"Disciple Lin Chen greets you, sir," Lin Chen spoke politely.

"The Director wants to see you, follow me."

Despite his admiration for Lin Chen, Xu Luncai kept a stern face.

Hearing that the Director wanted to see him, Lin Chen dared not ask more. The Director of the Military Affairs Department was one of the two most powerful figures in the entire Raozhou Prefecture.

Following the cold-faced man, they traversed the Military Affairs Department for about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea. Lin Chen finally arrived at a courtyard.

"Go in, the Director is waiting for you."

"Thank you, sir, for guiding me."

After politely bowing, Lin Chen looked at the open courtyard door and stepped inside.

The courtyard was not large. Looking at the old man’s back in front of him, Lin Chen respectfully said, "Disciple Lin Chen greets you, Director."

Qiu Rufeng slowly turned around, his old eyes fixed on Lin Chen. "I ask you, have you had contact with the Martial Arts Garden?"