Immortality Path: From the Blind Man at the Pharmacy-Chapter 81 - 77. Lady Zhushan Guest Command Token (Please

Chapter 81: 77. Lady Zhushan, Guest Command Token (Please Subscribe)

Chapter 81: 77. Lady Zhushan, Guest Command Token (Please Subscribe)

That night, Song Cheng was directly kept at the Shanhe Martial Arts Hall, sitting at a table with the “Iron Arm Gray Bear” Hong Juguang.

They ate.

Song Cheng’s timing was perfect.

Shanhe Martial Arts Hall and White Camel Estate had opened recruitment slots to attract martial artists, offering generous rewards. So, would the Shanhe Martial Arts Hall not assign important tasks to a Form Realm warrior who personally visited?

Normally, this would be impossible.

But now, it was not a normal time.

This was the timing Song Cheng chose after observing the West City Gate and realizing he couldn’t bypass the government office.

…

The dishes were all served, but they weren’t considered luxurious.

In fact, they were only slightly better than the “frugal” meals of the An Family during this period.

This wasn’t because Shanhe Martial Arts Hall was stingy, but because every force was actually tightening their belts to get by.

In war, money flows like water.

Every extra day brought an uncounted cost.

“During a siege, we don’t drink alcohol, we substitute with tea.” Hong Juguang felt quite favorable towards this young blind man.

Why?

Firstly, this lad was extremely prudent. His journey had not damaged the reputation of the martial arts hall at all, and there were even rumors outside saying things like “Blind Song didn’t know his limits.” However, he had already instructed that “the son-in-law of the An Family is a friend of the Hanping Prefecture Martial Arts Hall, and such words should no longer be spread.”

Secondly, with the city empty, the top forces of White Camel Estate, along with their own bosses, had all left for the expedition. Now, suddenly having a master of such skill, Hong Juguang was certainly happy and definitely wanted to keep him. This was just as Song Cheng had expected.

As for Ling, she had run back home to report the situation. After all, the son-in-law had just said he went out for a walk, but ended up taking such a “walk”… she needed to clarify, lest the young miss worry unnecessarily.

Song Cheng raised his tea and clinked it against the bold man’s cup, saying, “I was puzzled and suddenly enlightened. So, I went along the way seeking masters at various halls to spar with them.

Thanks to the guidance of the masters, by the time I reached Foreign Affairs Envoy Hong, I understood some things I hadn’t grasped before.”

Hong Juguang replied, “You fought all day and finally reached me…”

Though he knew the reason, he still felt a bit uncomfortable.

Song Cheng laughed, “Having achieved Perfection in the Form Realm, how could I concern myself with such external wear and tear? I was only warming up all day, and when I reached Brother Hong, I was in perfect shape.”

Hong Juguang waved his hand dismissively, “No, this wear and tear still matters.”

Then, he asked curiously, “Brother Song, where did you learn your Form Realm Techniques?”

Song Cheng replied directly, “They’ve always been in my memory. Once I had an epiphany, I started practicing, and this is how it turned out.”

Saying that, he stood up directly, assumed a stance, and demonstrated the “White Snake Form” derived from “White Snake Force.”

Now, he had mastered five forms, with four more to control.

He just showcased one form currently.

However, this already astonished Hong Juguang.

Damn, how did he just start practicing right here?

He watched for a couple of eyes, quickly coughed gruffly, and said, “Brother Song, cultivation techniques must be kept secret and not passed on…”

Song Cheng ignored him, instead completing the “White Snake Form” he had created, then asked, “I don’t know where this technique originated. Brother Hong, with your extensive knowledge, can you recognize it?”

Seeing his candid and sincere demeanor, Hong Juguang was filled with emotion and repeatedly sighed, simply saying “Brother Song is really too simple-hearted,” as his favorability rating soared to 90.

The first impression was good.

The meal was enjoyable.

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Being treated so sincerely.

How could he not have a good impression?

At this time, he had already completed a mental patchwork, thinking that this youth was a stranded heir of a significant power, having lost some memories but retaining the techniques, thus practicing all the way here; truly not easy.

He took a sip of tea, frowned in thought, and said, “Brother Song, your style leans toward agility.”

Song Cheng frankly admitted, “It’s a snake.”

Hong Juguang nodded, “In the martial arts world, among local forces with snake styles nearby, only White Camel Estate is known. Brother Song, why not wait for Old Venom to return, and I will ask our elder to introduce you to them.”

“Old Venom?” Song Cheng was momentarily puzzled.

Hong Juguang explained, “That’s Ouyang Sha, the White Camel Estate’s Master. Their estate raises Demon Snakes, so naturally, they’re poisonous.”

Song Cheng said, “Then I’d be grateful, Brother Hong.”

The two continued eating for a while.

Hong Juguang suddenly said, “To be honest, Brother Song, currently our Prefectural City’s defenses are void. There are thirteen passes extending southward from the city, with seven connected to the mountain paths, and three bordering the great river, where barbarians can hardly deploy their demon beasts. But three passes face the plains directly, which could be attacked at any time.

Though I am here, I am always on standby, ready to support wherever a battle breaks out.

The Prefectural City is relatively better off, but the outer counties are in a dire state. Our elder, along with two from White Camel Estate, are out fighting at the front now.”

Song Cheng was finally gaining insight into the situation.

That was also his goal.

He was unwilling to stay in the dark, waiting at the An Family to live or die. Therefore, after advancing further in strength, he increased the power he showed outside, thus participating in the city defense side to always control both internal and external situations…

He pondered for a while and asked, “Brother Hong, what about Pearl Mountain Taoist Temple?”

Hong Juguang said, “Their situation is rather special, different from us and White Camel Estate. However, they will defend the city too, but they are guarding ten passes that the barbarians are unlikely to attack. Our elder previously invited them to join the expedition but was refused.”

Song Cheng asked curiously, “Why?”

Hong Juguang replied, “Lady Zhushan’s partner was killed, and she herself was injured. She is recovering now, though she should be almost healed in a few days.”